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The Latest: Debate over ICE deepens amid partial government shutdown
February 02, 2026 - 1:55 AM

House Speaker Mike Johnson faces tough days ahead trying to muscle a federal funding package to passage and prevent a prolonged partial government shutdown as debate intensifies over the Trump administration’s sweeping

The first medical evacuee from Gaza enters Egypt as the Rafah crossing reopens
February 02, 2026 - 1:54 AM

CAIRO (AP) — The first medical evacuee from Gaza has entered Egypt as the Rafah crossing reopens.
What recent polls show about the challenges facing Trump this year
February 02, 2026 - 1:51 AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump might be bragging about his administration’s work on affordability, but recent polling suggests that Americans aren’t buying it as they grow increasingly frustrated with his leadership.
What to expect as Trump and Petro meet at White House after months of tension and insults
February 02, 2026 - 1:46 AM

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to host one of his most vocal regional critics, Colombian President Gustavo Petro, at the White House in a high-stakes meeting analysts suggest could redefine the immediate future of bilateral relations.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on new allegations ahead of his rape trial
February 02, 2026 - 1:42 AM

OSLO, Norway (AP) — The eldest son of Norway’s crown princess has been arrested over new allegations, police said Monday, a day ahead of his trial on charges including rape in a case that has been an embarrassment to the royal family.
Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather
February 02, 2026 - 1:04 AM

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (AP) — Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of wintry weather Monday, a forecast sure to disappoint many after what's already been a long, cold season across large parts of the United States.
A mix of hope and fear settles over Venezuela after US-imposed government change
February 02, 2026 - 12:59 AM

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Time in Venezuela feels like it’s moving both too fast and too slow. The pillars of the country’s self-proclaimed socialist government are falling at a dizzying pace or not quickly enough. Economic relief is finally on the horizon or already too late.
Argentina fires ravage pristine Patagonia forests, fueling criticism of Milei's austerity
February 02, 2026 - 12:59 AM

LOS ALERCES NATIONAL PARK, Argentina (AP) — These days, the majestic, forested slopes of Argentina’s Patagonia look like a war zone.
The Rafah crossing is Gaza's lifeline to the world. Here's why
February 02, 2026 - 12:57 AM

CAIRO (AP) — Before the war, the Rafah border crossing was Gaza's only gateway to the outside world not controlled by Israel. It was shuttered when Israeli troops seized it in May 2024.
Arizona authorities search for 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's missing 84-year-old mom
February 02, 2026 - 12:42 AM

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Authorities in Arizona are searching for the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, who was reported missing over the weekend.
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THOMPSON: Department of War name change comes with hefty bill for American taxpayers
OPINION Last month, President Donald Trump decided he liked the sound of Department of War a lot more than Department of Defense. It was - like so many Trump impulses - a move that did little to change reality other t

Why some bars and most breweries close early in downtown Kelowna
It’s 10:30 p.m. and the night feels young inside one of Kelowna’s charming breweries, but your hope of painting the town red is dashed by last call. That’s a pretty common experience for folks who aren’t familiar wit

Why Okanagan cannabis shops aren't dominating the black market
Law abiding cannabis companies in the Okanagan deal with the government taking its piece of the pie at every turn, while trying to compete with a black market that's still going strong. Cannabis in B.C. gets taxed at several points betw

The story behind the Shuswap's familiar and historic Trickle Inn
A large, charming white house with green trim has been a familiar site for people travelling through the Shuswap for decades. Perched on side of the Trans-Canada Highway in Tappen, the house was a family home for the Carlin family for sever

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The Latest: Debate over ICE deepens amid partial government shutdown

The first medical evacuee from Gaza enters Egypt as the Rafah crossing reopens

What recent polls show about the challenges facing Trump this year

What to expect as Trump and Petro meet at White House after months of tension and insults

Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on new allegations ahead of his rape trial

Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather

A mix of hope and fear settles over Venezuela after US-imposed government change

Argentina fires ravage pristine Patagonia forests, fueling criticism of Milei's austerity

The Rafah crossing is Gaza's lifeline to the world. Here's why

Arizona authorities search for 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's missing 84-year-old mom

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