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Music history is littered with projects planned, anticipated, even completed - and then scrapped
June 28, 2025 - 6:00 PM

NEW YORK (AP) — The idea that Bruce Springsteen wrote, recorded and ultimately shelved entire albums of music may seem odd to the casual listener. Why put yourself through all that work for nothing?
A wooden boat from the 18th century was found by chance in the seabed off an old Croatian port
June 28, 2025 - 1:00 PM

DUBROVNIK, Croatia (AP) — A sunken 18th-century boat has been discovered by chance near the majestic stone walls of Croatia's medieval city of Dubrovnik.
iN VIDEO: Disgruntled heron squawks at kayaker in South Okanagan
June 14, 2025 - 4:00 AM

A blue heron at Yellow Lake near Penticton appeared to be frustrated with a local videographer floating by on a kayak earlier this week.
Supporters converge on B.C. ostrich farm as food agency confirms cull of flock
May 14, 2025 - 5:25 PM

Operators of a British Columbia ostrich farm where 400 birds have been ordered culled said Wednesday that dozens of supporters have converged on the scene, as the federal agency in charge of the operation confirmed it would begin the "humane depopulation" of the animals.
In Mexico City, this organist says music is a gift from God and the organ's sound is proof
March 09, 2025 - 1:00 PM

MEXICO CITY (AP) — After six decades of devotion to the organ, Maestro Leo Krämer treats the instrument like an extension of himself. He doesn't even need to lay hands on it to hear in his mind how a song will sound.
iN PHOTOS: Eagles fight for food, territory in Kamloops, Okanagan
February 28, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Bald eagles can be very majestic looking when flying through the skies with their wide wingspans and agile flight capabilities, and they are also feisty birds that bicker and fight with one another.
Annexing Canada? At Niagara Falls, Trump's idea gets eye rolls but not support
February 17, 2025 - 2:00 PM

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (AP) — At Niagara Falls, the iconic honeymoon and tourist destination on the U.S.-Canadian border, visitors from both countries took in President Donald Trump’s unsolicited suggestion that the U.S. annex its neighbor to the north with an air of detached amusement.
A blooming plant that reeks of gym socks and rotting garbage has thousands lining up for a whiff
January 25, 2025 - 1:00 PM

SYDNEY (AP) — The rare unfurling of an endangered plant that emits the smell of decaying flesh drew hundreds of devoted fans to a greenhouse in Sydney on Thursday where they joined three-hour lines to experience a momentous bloom -– and a fragrance evoking gym socks and rotting garbage.
iN PHOTOS: Hungry predators on the hunt in Okanagan, Kamloops
January 24, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Winter skies and backcountry landscapes in Kamloops and the Okanagan abound with birds of prey and hungry mammals busily hunting for their next meals.
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November 11, 2024 - 8:00 AM
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THOMPSON: More questions than answers following Trump's attack on Iran
OPINION Just six months ago, President Donald Trump said he would “stop the chaos in the Middle East…prevent world war three”. Last week, President Trump ordered the bombing of three Iranian nuclear

iN NUMBERS: Beer, wine and spirits in Kamloops, Okanagan
Everyone loves to go on about how great the wine is in the Okanagan, but good ol’ beer and liquor is too often overlooked. Here are some numbers for wine, beer and spirits in Kamloops and the Okanagan: 8,830: Acres of viney

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

Central Okanagan needs 20,000 new homes in five years
Cities around the Central Okanagan have been figuring out how many homes they need to build to keep up with the rising demand, but the regional district has taken a step back to look at the bigger picture. The Regional District of the Centr

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'Lived on love': Couple called Penticton encampment home for a year
If you were walking down any Penticton street in the middle of a nice summer day and saw Mathias Korkowski and Willow Wood walking hand-in-hand, you would likely think they are just another happy
June 27, 2025 6:00 PM
What’s the deal with the billboards next to the bridge in West Kelowna?
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June 30, 2025 6:00 AM
'Expensive umbrella': Musicians disappointed with new $1.6M stage in Kelowna's city park
The new outdoor Island Stage in Kelowna’s Waterfront Park is facing some fierce criticism from musicians who think it was a waste of money. The stage faces west into the sunset, has no
June 27, 2025 7:00 PM
Kelowna curling club fights $7,000 fine after serving beer to undercover teen
The Kelowna Curling Club has successfully fought a $7,000 fine after it served a 17-year-old a beer during the Canadian men's curling championship. According to a June 25 BC Liquor and C
June 28, 2025 6:00 AM
Innovative café opening in Vernon breaks down employment barriers
An artsy café opening in Vernon this summer will be operated by residents with diverse abilities as part of a broader movement for inclusivity. The Pup-n-Cup Café is not only a
June 29, 2025 6:00 AM
BC Tribunal rules against woman who took nude photos at work
A BC office worker has failed in her attempt to sue her ex after he gave management nude photos of her that she'd taken at work. The office worker, referred to as MR in a June 24 BC Civi
June 28, 2025 4:00 PM
Suspension for BC teacher who told stories about his high school girlfriend
A BC secondary school teacher who told vulnerable students personal stories about his high school girlfriend has been suspended. According to a June 24 BC Commissioner for Teacher Regulation
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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.
June 28, 2025 12:00 PM
What to know about the next James Bond movie now that Denis Villeneuve will direct it
In the 50-plus years of James Bond, the wait between films has never gone longer than six years. The next entry, and first since Daniel Craig's dramatic exit, may test that — but things
June 29, 2025 3:00 PM
Kamloops mom gets new lease on life with controversial weight loss drug
Just a couple of years ago, Kamloops mom Brandie Bugg was so overweight she couldn’t walk for more than 20 minutes and had to ask for help putting her shoes on. “I couldn’t
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