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180-year-old violin stolen after performance in Kelowna

180-year-old violin stolen after performance in Kelowna

The valuable violin was thought to have been stolen Aug. 3, 2023, near the 700 Block of Wilson Ave. in Kelowna, B.C.
Highest court refuses to hear appeal from B.C. churches opposed to COVID-19 ruling

Highest court refuses to hear appeal from B.C. churches opposed to COVID-19 ruling

The case stems from orders issued by provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry during the second wave of the pandemic more than two years ago.
Vancouver rapper and social media star Lil Tay still alive, death report a hoax

Vancouver rapper and social media star Lil Tay still alive, death report a hoax

The internet sensation shot to fame at nine years old.
'It's just clearly not enough': B.C. politician supports calls for wildfire fighting force

'It's just clearly not enough': B.C. politician supports calls for wildfire fighting force

MP proposes a national firefighting force to combat rising wildfires in Canada
Opinion: Canadians are unprepared for natural hazards. Here's what we can do about it

Opinion: Canadians are unprepared for natural hazards. Here's what we can do about it

As extreme weather events increase in frequency and severity, many Canadians are still unaware of how to prepare for a natural disaster.
Vancouver has refused to share its host-city contract with FIFA. Seattle just released theirs

Vancouver has refused to share its host-city contract with FIFA. Seattle just released theirs

Both cities will host FIFA World Cup matches in 2026. Their agreements with soccer’s governing body shed light on municipalities’ costs and obligations
Should the Fraser River become a legal person?

Should the Fraser River become a legal person?

A new report finds Canada's 'antiquated' legal system stands in the way of Fraser River gaining legal personhood, a path other jurisdictions have used to protect nature.
Marine heat wave reaches B.C. coast, water temperatures about 4 C higher than normal

Marine heat wave reaches B.C. coast, water temperatures about 4 C higher than normal

The warmer water grew to an area covering about four million square kilometres, or twice the size of Alaska, before moving toward the coast.
Workers caught Coca-Cola breaking labour laws

Workers caught Coca-Cola breaking labour laws

Metro Vancouver workers on strike from their jobs with Coca-Cola say they caught the company using non-unionized workers flown in from as far as Quebec to do their job.
Less habitat brings more bears into Prince George

Less habitat brings more bears into Prince George

Reduced berry crop, habitat infringement putting pressure on bear population, leading to increased sightings in Prince George residential areas.