City of Kelowna reaping the economic benefits brought on by the Brier CupVictoria Femia
The event delivered a direct economic impact of $15.2 million and a total impact of $22.7 million, far exceeding expectations.
Ex-MLB star says he would ‘no longer support’ Trump if US goes to war
Former Cincinnati Reds shortstop Zack Cozart was a staunch supporter of Donald Trump as he defeated former Vice President Kamala Harris for the White House in the 2024 presidential election.…
Watch: A trade deal, a family photo and the Middle East – Trump’s short G7
The US president will cut short his time at the meeting and return to DC, citing the conflict between Israel and Iran. BBC News
Winnipeg Blue Bombers release Reggie White Jr, add new long snapperRuss Hobson
The Bombers released Reggie White Jr. from the practice roster and added long snapper Ian Leroux.
Surrey man, vehicle still missing after crashing into Squamish RiverAmy Judd
Search and Rescue teams have been on the scene since the crash and conducted both aerial and ground searches along the water and shoreline.
B.C. students searching for summer job face toughest market ‘in years’Amy Judd
The B.C. Business Council says that over the past year, youth unemployment rate has climbed from 10.5 per cent to 16.6 per cent, which is the largest increase of any…
Boston University women’s soccer players back former coach amid Alex Cooper sexual harassment claims: report
A contingent of former Boston University women’s soccer players have reportedly spoken out in defense of former head coach Nancy Feldman amid sexual harassment claims by podcaster Alex Cooper. Cooper…
B.C. seniors’ centre grapples with booming demand, tight budgetSimon Little
For just $40 a year, members get access to a place to come socialize or play a game, to take an inexpensive class or to get a meal, but rising…
MSNBC anchor asks panel if political violence is a result of the ‘will of the people’ being ignored or just part of life
MSNBC anchor Ayman Mohyeldin asked on Sunday whether “lone wolves” engaged in political violence can be blamed on the current failure of the political system to hear their concerns. Over…
‘Flying above the waves’: Victoria demo offers glimpse of electric passenger ferry futureSimon Little
If things play out the right way, a larger version of the 12-person all-electric water taxi could one day be plying the waters of British Columbia.
Church admits failure over sisters’ ‘sadistic’ abuse
Three sisters say they were abused in night-time rituals at a church by their father and others. BBC News
Justin Bieber addresses ‘anger issues’ after public confrontation with paparazzi
Justin Bieber took to social media to discuss his healing process and “anger issues” after another confrontation with paparazzi. “People keep telling me to heal,” Bieber wrote Monday. “Don’t you…
Donald Trump leaving G7 summit early because of crisis in Middle EastGlobalnews Digital
The White House said Donald Trump had a great day at the G7 summit in Kananaskis but will leave Alberta on Monday night because of the escalating conflict in the…
Sikh separatists stage Calgary protest against Indian prime minister’s visit to G7Ken MacGillivray
It was another day of protests in Calgary as world leaders attended the G7 summit in nearby Kananaskis, with the biggest crowd made up of about 30 Sikh separatists. …
Massachusetts school officials under fire for working to ban religious groups from renting facilities
A Massachusetts town is facing backlash and a potential lawsuit for a school committee proposal trying to ban religious organizations and churches from renting public school space. A letter from…
Trump’s cabinet is less hawkish. Will that affect his Israel-Iran response?
US president has surrounded himself with ‘America First’ adherents, possibly influencing his appetite for war. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Lethbridge police chief accused of breaking health rules during pandemic has complaint dismissedGlobalnews Digital
In his decision, Presiding Officer Brett Carlson concluded the chief did not mean to break the rules, apologized and didn’t do it again.
Caribbean bistro weighs leaving ‘war zone’ in Vancouver’s Downtown EastsideKristen Robinson
After 15 years of navigating what he describes as a “war zone” of illegal activity a restaurateur in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside says it may be time to give up on…
‘Betrayed by the state’ and ‘Israel claims control’
Tuesday’s front pages are dominated by the reaction to Baroness Louise Casey’s report on grooming gangs. BBC News