2 h. ago Croatia’s Korcula island offers medieval history, outdoor adventure, wine and more

“Marco.” “Polo.” These are two words that travellers might expect to hear when lounging at hotel pools as children play the popular water tag game. Hearing “Marco Polo” while walking the cobblestone lanes of the beautiful and historic Korcula Old Town on the Croatian island of Korcula, however, was a surprise to me. As the […]

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2 h. ago Canada updates U.S. travel advice, reminding Canadians that electronic devices can be searched

The government says expect heightened scrutiny at the border and that if you are denied entry you could be detained.

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4 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

4 h. ago Vancouver voters look to fill two council seats in municipal byelection

Voters in the city of Vancouver will cast their ballots today in a municipal election to fill two vacant council seats.

Politics

6 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

6 h. ago B.C. Supreme Court strains under increase in complex cases and jury trials, plus judge shortage

Chronic shortage of judges adds to delays and bumping of trials, according to 2024 annual reports for B.C. Supreme Court and Appeal Court

Transport

6 h. ago Struggling B.C. forestry sector gathers in Prince George as industry faces 'tough times'

The number of people employed in forestry, once one of B.C.'s largest  industries, has been cut in half since 2000, according to the forestry council.

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6 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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6 h. ago This Day in History, 1956: Racists attack singer Nat King Cole onstage in Alabama

The legendary singer and pianist was targeted by bigots upset at white people listening to Black music

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7 h. ago OFFICER DOWN TRIAL: "I didn't know it was a cop" — killer thought it was a home invasion

Alain Bellefeuille told arresting officer he thought it was a home invasion when he shot OPP Sgt. Eric Mueller.

Events

11 h. ago Caught in the crossfire: Michigan concerned over automobile tariffs targeting Canada

DETROIT — Glenn Stevens Jr. can look out his office window in downtown Detroit and see Canada. The view encapsulates historic automobile achievement between two countries despite a flowing river and international border — one that’s on the brink of being ripped apart. “Our economies in auto between Ontario and Michigan are seamless. They are […]

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12 h. ago Indian Prime Minister Modi expands ties on a visit to Sri Lanka

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated construction work on a solar plant in neighbouring Sri Lanka and witnessed the signing of energy and defense agreements seen as efforts to consolidate New Delhi’s influence in the debt-stricken island nation. India has been concerned about China’s increasing presence in Sri […]

Politics

12 h. ago India and Sri Lanka sign defense and energy deals as Modi’s visit strengthens ties

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated construction work on a solar plant in neighboring Sri Lanka and witnessed the signing of energy and defense agreements seen as efforts to consolidate New Delhi’s influence in the debt-stricken island nation. India has been concerned about China’s increasing presence in Sri […]

Events

19 h. ago Whitecaps ‘in discussion’ with Vancouver about new stadium at PNE, club says

In a statement, the club said the talks involve the possibility of a stadium at the PNE fairgrounds site in East Vancouver.

Sport

20 h. ago Terrifying Vancouver Island home invasion caught on security camera

The incident, which happened on March 25, was caught on the family's security video system. It shows someone in a car ramming the garage.

Events

20 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.

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20 h. ago Whitecaps in talks with City of Vancouver to build new stadium at PNE

The MLS soccer club's lease at B.C. Place is up for renewal in 2025

Sport

21 h. ago Vancouver police take safety message to Downtown Eastside seniors

A group of seniors living on the Downtown Eastside are being taught techniques on staying safe by members of the Vancouver Police Department.

Events

21 h. ago Vancouver cuts school meal program funding, raising concerns about student hunger

The federal government recently pledged $39.4 million over three years to expand school food programs across more than 1,000 B.C. schools.

Society

22 h. ago Affordable seniors retirement beds vanishing in B.C. as the need grows

Dozens of government-subsidized beds at retirement homes in North Vancouver and on Vancouver Island are switching to a full-cost model, a worrisome trend when many seniors are struggling with affordability.

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