5 h. ago Canadian scientist wins Breakthrough Prize for discovery of hormone used in Ozempic, Mounjaro

A Canadian scientist has won a 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences for discovering a hormone used in diabetes and obesity medications that has changed the lives of millions.

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7 h. ago Lorne Gunter: CBC pledge shows Carney government would compound Trudeau Liberals economic damage

If you want an indication of how little things would change with a Carney government (versus a Trudeau one), just look at a promise new Liberal leader Mark Carney made about CBC funding during a French-language interview in Montreal on Friday. You may be sitting at home thinking you should vote Liberal on April 28 […]

Politics

8 h. ago Poilievre defends candidate accused of denying residential schools history

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called accusations a party candidate in B.C. has denied the history of residential schools "misleading," and said he stands by his nominee.

Society

10 h. ago B.C. climate news: Post carbon tax, advocates take aim at another B.C. electrification policy | DFO monitors for toxic algae as hundreds of sea lions and dolphins die in California

Here's all the latest local and international news concerning climate change for the week of March 31 to April 6, 2025.

Events

13 h. ago Mark Carney has yet to visit B.C., may be putting his energy 'elsewhere,' say observers

Since the March 23 election call, Carney has not made it out further west than Winnipeg

Transport

13 h. ago Anthony Gismondi: What to know about the 'Crafted in B.C.' wines now on sale

The so-called replacement wines using grapes from outside the province are hitting shelves and websites

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13 h. ago THE LATEST: Federal leaders enter second full weekend of campaign

POILIEVRE PROMISES BUSINESSES TO SEE 25% LESS RED TAPE Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre promised to wake up the Canadian economy from the “red-tape-induced slumber” in his latest pitch to businesses – a so-called ‘two-for-one’ law is a more aggressive version of the existing Red Tape Reduction Act that enforces a one-for-one rule. Poilievre said he […]

Politics

16 h. ago First Nations are ready to stand with Canada against Trump’s tariff threat

These are unprecedented times, calling for strong, united and determined action by all Canadians, Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike. While Indigenous people have had more than their share of problems with the government and people of Canada, we have always been willing to stand with the country through trials. The recent tariffs announced by the United […]

Economics

16 h. ago Opinion: American asks Canadians to take Trump threats seriously

I am saddened by the need to write my Canadian neighbours about the concerning changes we are seeing in the U.S. right now. As you are all well aware, President Donald Trump’s government has thrown our country, hemisphere and world into turmoil, fixating on bullying Canada (among others). Do not be lulled into believing this […]

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17 h. ago The Latest: Trump’s tariffs unleash trade war and calls for negotiations

U.S. President Donald Trump’s big raise in tariffs has triggered an escalating trade war and sent global markets plummeting. The S&P 500 fell 6% Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 5.5% and the Nasdaq composite dropped 5.8%. China announced Friday that it will impose a 34% tax on all U.S. imports next week, part […]

Economics

19 h. ago On the Brink: Ontario retirees forced to cut family traditions over food costs

This is the latest installment of a Global News series called ‘On the Brink,’ which profiles people who are struggling with the rising cost of living.

Economics

26 h. ago Calls for transparency after charges stayed in Chinatown senior assault

There are calls for transparency after charges against a man accused of a violent attack on a senior in Vancouver’s Chinatown were stayed with little public explanation.

Events

28 h. ago B.C. specialist calls for change as his clinic faces backlog of 700 cases

Dr. Paul Winston is a physiatrist, specializing in rehabilitating patients with neurological disorders such as spinal injuries and strokes.

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29 h. ago Al Sharpton calls on PepsiCo to restore DEI initiatives, threatens boycott

The Rev. Al Sharpton is giving PepsiCo three weeks to meet with him — or suffer a boycott — to discuss reversing the company’s recent move to do away with its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, according to a letter shared with The Associated Press. On Friday, Sharpton wrote to PepsiCo CEO Ramon Laguarta expressing […]

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29 h. ago Mohawk Industries, Inc. Invites You to Join its First Quarter Earnings Conference Call

CALHOUN, Ga., April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In conjunction with Mohawk Industries’ (NYSE: MHK) First Quarter 2025 earnings release on Thursday, May 1, 2025, you are invited to listen to the conference call that will be broadcast live on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 11:00 am ET.       What:   Mohawk Industries’ […]

Culture

29 h. ago Calgary police officers no longer have to provide their name

The policy change, part of a 12-month pilot program, is meant to improve the safety of Calgary police officers and reduce the potential for "doxing"

Events

31 h. ago Tories drop candidate who said Quebec massacre survivor plays ‘victim game’

Liberal candidate Nathalie Provost says she wants to see Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre call out 'shameful' comments by dropped Conservative candidate Simon Payette.

Events

31 h. ago LILLEY: Carney out of touch and detached from everyday reality

Mark Carney keeps showing Canadians that he is detached from everyday life in Canada. His bizarre remarks about fruit Thursday night followed by his comments about CBC show Carney lives in a different reality – and sometimes the past. On Thursday, Carney appeared on a show produced by Radio Canada, CBC’s French division, called Five […]

Transport

32 h. ago Superior Plus Announces Timing of 2025 First Quarter Results Conference Call and Webcast

TORONTO — Superior Plus Corp. (“Superior” or “the company”) (TSX: SPB) expects to release its 2025 first quarter results on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 after market. A conference call and webcast to discuss the 2025 first quarter financial results will be held at 8:30 AM EDT on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. To register as a […]

Culture

32 h. ago More sexual assault charges laid against Edmonton massage therapist

An Edmonton massage therapist is facing two additional charges of sexual assault after more complainants alleged they were sexually assaulted at an Edmonton massage clinic. In December, Edmonton police received a report from a woman who claimed she was sexually assaulted at a massage clinic in the Oliver neighbourhood. After investigating the allegations, police charged […]

Events