More downtown New Westminster businesses raise drug concernsCatherine Urquhart
More business owners in downtown New Westminster are speaking out about issues related to open drug use and drug dealing.
Alberta failing to ensure daycares use funds to cut fees for parents: auditor generalGlobalnews Digital
The Auditor General found several Alberta daycares delivered misleading numbers on things like attendance records, while others filed duplicate records for kids.
Unique 1.5m year-old ice to be melted to unlock mystery
BBC News went inside -23C freezers to see the ice that could “revolutionise” our knowledge of climate change. BBC News
How US dealt with the cases of nine Americans killed by Israel since 2022
In the wake of Sayfollah Musallet’s killing, Al Jazeera details past attacks on US citizens and Washington’s response. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Trump Interior Department moves to dismantle ‘regulatory favoritism’ for wind, solar projects
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) said Thursday it was adding “enhanced oversight” of agency decisions about new wind and solar projects in an effort to end “favoritism” of…
How the ‘greatest and worst shootout of all time’ unfolded
One goalkeeper saved four penalties, the other kept out two and three players missed the target – how England came out on top of a rollercoaster shootout. BBC News
How technology is changing the farming world at Ag in MotionPayton Zillich
At the 2025 Ag in Motion, farmers got to experience all the newest technology in the agriculture industry, but it was one particular gadget that truly made a buzz. …
PETA applauds GOP lawmakers’ demand to halt NIH funding for ‘cruel’ overseas animal testing
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is applauding a letter sent Thursday by Republican lawmakers to National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, urging the agency…
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh boasts about White House visit with Trump
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh spoke highly of his recent visit with President Donald Trump at the White House during a press conference Wednesday. Harbaugh and brother John…
Trans athlete sues Princeton University after allegedly being kept out of women’s race at event
Transgender runner Sadie Schreiner is suing Princeton University after the school allegedly excluded the athlete from a May 3 women’s race. Schreiner’s lawsuit claimed the athlete attempted to participate in…
Chris Mason: Why Labour had little choice but to suspend Diane Abbott again
Labour appearing consistent is core to Abbott’s second suspension, writes the BBC’s Chris Mason. BBC News
Lawnmower sparks wildfire in Osoyoos that spread to nearby homeAmy Judd
Osoyoos RCMP said the fire is on Radio Tower Road and early indications are that the fire started in the grass while a homeowner was mowing their lawn.
Edmonton police to hold town hall as South Asian community faces new extortion threatsKaren Bartko
The town hall on Monday, July 28, is taking place at the Southwood Community League in Mill Woods. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the police presentation begins at 7…
B.C. man charged in historical sexual assault of teen girlKen MacGillivray
A 34-year-old B.C. man faces several charges in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a teenaged girl that dates back more than a decade.
County Championship should be cut to 12 games – PCA
Cutting the County Championship from 14 games to 12 is the “only reasonable option” to protect welfare and improve standards, according to the Professional Cricketers’ Association (PCA). BBC News
US passes first major national crypto legislation
It marks a milestone for the once fringe industry, as it expands its power in Washington. BBC News
Alberta health experts say wastewater testing may offer early detection of measlesKen MacGillivray
Health experts say wastewater testing that helped provide early detection of Covid outbreaks during the pandemic could also be a valuable tool in the fight against measles.
Spud-tacular: How India became a french fry superpower
India’s position as a leading exporter of french fries has spurred innovation on potato farms. BBC News
Buy now, pay later checks will block some shoppers
Long-promised regulation of the sector will come into force next July, but lenders will have some flexibility. BBC News