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UN nuclear agency’s board condemns Iran for the 2nd time this year for failing to fully cooperate
VIENNA (AP) - The U.N. nuclear watchdog's board on Thursday condemned Iran for failing to cooperate fully with the agency, the second time it has done so in just five months. The International Atomic ...
Nov 21, 2024
Some B.C. ski resorts opening early with fresh snow after dismal 2023 season
Several ski resorts across British Columbia, including Whistler-Blackcomb and Big White outside Kelowna, are opening early thanks to dumps of fresh powder. A statement from Big White says the resort i...
Nov 21, 2024
'Postal service is a lifeline': Seniors feel isolated due to Canada Post strike
Envelopes full of handwritten letters and donations for various charities are piling up on Dianne Parker's desk due to the Canada Post strike. She says it has been heart-rending she can't ship them of...
Nov 21, 2024
B.C. RCMP detachments begin rollout of body worn cameras
The officer in charge of the RCMP detachment in Mission, B.C., says he's grateful that Mounties in his community will be among the first to wear body cameras to record police interactions with the pub...
Nov 21, 2024
Town of Ponoka begins snow and ice operations
Town of Ponoka crews are busy combating the winter snow and ice conditions following the first major snowfall of the season.On Thursday, the town announced they're salting and sanding priority one and...
Nov 21, 2024
Halifax security forum gathers as Trump's support for Taiwan, Ukraine in question
HALIFAX - Uncertainty is a key theme this year at the annual, three-day gathering in Halifax of political leaders, defence officials and policy analysts who aim to promote democratic values around the...
Nov 21, 2024
Pep Guardiola signs a 2-year contract extension at Manchester City
MANCHESTER, England (AP) - Pep Guardiola has signed a two-year contract extension to stay at Manchester City, the club announced Thursday. The City manager's contract was due to expire at the end of t...
Nov 21, 2024
Montreal Victoire coach Cheverie undecided on PWHL's 'No Escape Rule'
MONTREAL - Since its inception, the Professional Women's Hockey League has sought to break new ground with innovative rules. During its inaugural season, the league made waves by introducing the "Jail...
Nov 21, 2024
Petition by RFK Jr. fan prompts water fluoridation vote by Montreal council
MONTREAL - Municipal officials are considering an end to water fluoridation on the island of Montreal in a move spurred by a petition from a resident who claims he has the support of Robert F. Kennedy...
Nov 21, 2024
CPL's York United FC promotes assistant coach Mauro Eustaquio to head coach
TORONTO - York United FC has promoted assistant coach Mauro Eustaquio to head coach, filling the void left by Mexican Benjamin Mora's departure. Mora, a finalist for Canadian Premier League coach of t...
Nov 21, 2024