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US vows more returns of looted antiquities as Italy celebrates latest haul of 600 artifacts
May 28, 2024 - 8:04 PM

ROME (AP) — Italy on Tuesday celebrated the return of around 600 antiquities from the U.S., including ancient bronze statues, gold coins, mosaics and manuscripts valued at 60 million euros ($65 million), that were looted years ago, sold to U.S. museums, galleries and collectors and recovered as a result of criminal investigations.
Antiquities, plucked from storeroom, on Roman Forum display
April 19, 2023 - 11:26 AM

ROME (AP) — Hundreds of remnants of ancient Roman life — including colored dice, rain gutter decorations depicting mythological figures, and burial offerings 3,000 years old — have long been hidden from public sight. Until now.
Dr. Bonnie Henry's book offers insight into early days of the COVID-19 pandemic
March 13, 2021 - 1:00 AM

VANCOUVER - British Columbia's top doctor says a burning anxiety in the pit of her stomach had become her constant companion as China began reporting a few cases of an unusual pneumonia in Wuhan in December 2019.
Comic hero 'Asterix' plans friendly assault on the New World
July 08, 2020 - 9:01 AM

NEW YORK - Americans have long adored things from France, like its bread, cheese and wine. But they've been stubbornly resistant to one of France's biggest imports: “Asterix.”
3 ancient shipwrecks discovered off Aegean island of Kasos
November 04, 2019 - 9:23 AM

ATHENS, Greece - Greece's Culture Ministry says three shipwrecks from ancient and mediaeval times and large sections of their cargoes have been discovered off the small Aegean island of Kasos.
'Atlas of Beer' surveys beer culture around the world
February 28, 2018 - 11:05 AM

Think of beer and you may think of Irish pubs or Germany's Oktoberfest. But a National Geographic book called the "Atlas of Beer" surveys beer across six continents, from banana beer in Tanzania to beer aged in wine barrels in Argentina.
Cineplex to bring 'Sunday Night Football,' Super Bowl to movie theatres
November 03, 2017 - 1:16 PM

TORONTO - Cineplex has scored a deal to bring "Sunday Night Football" and the Super Bowl to its movie theatres.
Met Museum of Art turns ancient vase over to prosecutors
August 01, 2017 - 2:29 PM

NEW YORK - An ancient vase that for years was housed in the elegant galleries of the Metropolitan Museum of Art is taking up space in a much different place — a prosecutor's office.
Looted statues, pottery returned to Italy after probe in NYC
May 25, 2017 - 3:02 PM

NEW YORK - Seven ancient statues and pottery vessels are headed back to their homeland in Italy after authorities said they tracked down the stolen items in New York City.
Unforgettable moments to come: Unique hotspots to watch the Hip's Kingston show
August 17, 2016 - 1:15 PM

Even if you didn't snag tickets to the Tragically Hip's final tour stop in Kingston, Ont., there's an array of viewing parties catering to every type of fan.
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iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are numerous kinds of juicy berries growing in Kamloops and the Okanagan in early summer each with bright colours, unique flavours and packed with nutrients. While some berries like raspberries are more common to find growing in garde

Texas governor calls for special session after vetoing a bill to ban THC-infused goods
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned consumable hemp products containing THC ingredients in the state, but said he's open to lawmakers passing a new effort to regulate what has become a boomin

Is Tide a pesticide? BC contractor who put detergent on rooftop sparks legal fight
A BC contractor that used Tide laundry detergent to remove moss from a condo building's roof has sparked a legal battle between the province and an arms length environment appeal board. The question is: Is Tide laundry detergent a pesti

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US vows more returns of looted antiquities as Italy celebrates latest haul of 600 artifacts

Antiquities, plucked from storeroom, on Roman Forum display

Dr. Bonnie Henry's book offers insight into early days of the COVID-19 pandemic

Comic hero 'Asterix' plans friendly assault on the New World

3 ancient shipwrecks discovered off Aegean island of Kasos

'Atlas of Beer' surveys beer culture around the world

Cineplex to bring 'Sunday Night Football,' Super Bowl to movie theatres

Met Museum of Art turns ancient vase over to prosecutors

Looted statues, pottery returned to Italy after probe in NYC

Unforgettable moments to come: Unique hotspots to watch the Hip's Kingston show

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