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BCAug 06, 2021

BC's police watchdog called to investigate after one man died and two women injured

BC's police watchdog has been called to investigate after one man died and two women suffered non-life-threatening injuries in an incident in the North Okanagan. The RCMP didn't identify the man they say died of apparent self-inflicted wounds, but they say he was one of two people targeted in a Kelowna shooting on July 31st, and he had been the subject of a public warning. They say officers in Vernon responded shortly after midnight on Thursday to a call about an alleged double stabbing of two women with a male suspect acting erratically at a campground near Enderby. They say the man was loca
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CanadaAug 06, 2021

Border workers start job action as contract negotiations continue:

The union representing nine-thousand workers at the Canada Border Services Agency launched work-to-rule action at border crossings and airports across the country this morning.Its bargaining team was in mediation with C-B-S-A and Treasury Board negotiators all night and through to this morning.And the Public Service Alliance of Canada and its Customs and Immigration Union says it is giving the team a bit more time to negotiate.The federal government confirms it is still at the table and says it will not walk away.
WorldAug 06, 2021

Canada's women's soccer team wins Olympic gold

Canada's women's soccer team upped the drama to the max and beat Sweden 3-2 on penalty kicks to win Olympic gold.The game was tied 1-1 after extra time.Vancouver's Julia Grosso scored the winner and Stephanie Labbe was outstanding in goal to end a nail-biter of a game. The first-ever Olympic title for the women's soccer team followed a bronze medal performance by the men's 4x100 relay team and a silver for Moh Ahmed in the men's five-thousand metres.
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IndiaAug 06, 2021

Sports Minister Anurag Thakur to felicitate Indian men's hockey team on Monday

Sports Minister Anurag Thakur will felicitate the Indian men's hockey team on Monday as they return home after putting on a brilliant display at the Tokyo Olympics.It took 41 years, but the dream of every Indian was finally realised on Thursday as the men's hockey team beat Germany 5-4 to win the bronze medal here at the Oi Hockey Stadium -- North Pitch.The Men in Blue showed absolute resilience, strength, and winning spirit to register a remarkable comeback win against a strong German team.Skipper Manpreet Singh on Thursday dedicated the bronze medal win to all the COVID-19 warriors who have
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IndiaAug 06, 2021

Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha adjourned till 11 am tomorrow

Amid continues ruckus by Opposition MPs on Friday, the Rajya Sabha has been adjourned till 11 am tomorrow.Earlier in the day. the Opposition MPs in Rajya Sabha stormed the well of the House over the Pegasus Project media report and raised slogans of 'Disclose Pegasus'.Amid the ongoing farmers' protest against the new Agri laws, Congress Parliamentarian Deepender Singh Hooda on Friday moved a 'suspension of business' notice in Rajya Sabha.In the notice, Hooda stated, "The House to discuss the extraordinary situation that has risen over the passing of the Farm Bills by the Government of India in
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IndiaAug 06, 2021

Olympic medallist PV Sindhu received grand welcome in Vijayawada

Indian shuttler PV Sindhu who won the bronze medal in the Tokyo Olympics, received a rousing welcome in Andhra Pradesh's Vijayawada by the state government on August 5. PV Sindhu became India's first woman to secure two Olympic medals. "I feel very happy to be here. I'm thankful to my parents, they've been very supportive," said Sindhu.
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BCAug 06, 2021

402 new COVID-19 cases reported in B.C.

B.C. is reporting 402 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 151,375 cases in the province.There are currently 2,066 active cases of COVID-19 in the province, and 147,510 people who tested positive have recovered. Of the active cases, 58 individuals are currently in hospital and 21 are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation. In the past 24 hours, no new deaths have been reported, for an overall total of 1,772. Since December 2020, the Province has administered 6,965,062 doses of Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna and AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines. As of Thursday,
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BCAug 05, 2021

VPD identifies victim of Strathcona homicide

Vancouver Police have identified 40-year-old Michael Bailey as the victim in Vancouver’s 11th homicide of the year. Bailey was shot inside the London Hotel at around 5 a.m. on July 20. Two suspects fled the area prior to police arrival. VPD investigators believe the incident was targeted. The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call VPD’s Major Crime Section at 604-717-2500. Vancouver police on Twitter: #VPDNews: Vancouver Police have identified 40-year-old Michael Bailey as the victim in Vancouver’s 11th homicide of the year. http
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BCAug 05, 2021

286 wildfires burning in B.C.; 4,228 properties on evacuation order

The wildfire situation is continually evolving, and the information below is current as of 7 p.m. (Pacific time) on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021.For real-time updates on evacuation alerts and orders, visit: https://twitter.com/EmergencyInfoBCFor the latest wildfire information, visit: www.bcwildfire.caFires:Wildfires currently burning in B.C.: 286Since April 1, 2021:1,372 wildfires567,950 hectares of area burnedActive fires by fire centre:Cariboo: 53Coastal: 20Kamloops: 78Northwest: 8Prince George: 59Southeast: 68Resources:Firefighters and other personnel currently fighting the fires: 3,612Out-of-p

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BCJun 09, 2026

Mission RCMP investigate alleged online drug sales to youth; three arrested in Abbotsford

Mission RCMP say three people have been arrested following an investigation into an online drug delivery operation that allegedly sold cannabis and psilocybin products to minors in the Mission area. According to Mission RCMP, the investigation began earlier this year after a 16-year-old and their parent reported that the teenager had purchased psilocybin and cannabis through a website offering same-day delivery in Mission. Police said a second parent later reported that their teenager had purchased psilocybin gummies marketed with candy-themed branding through the same website. The allegations
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IndiaJun 09, 2026

Dakha MLA Manpreet Singh Iyali joins Akali Dal–Waris Punjab De

Dakha MLA Manpreet Singh Iyali has joined Akali Dal–Waris Punjab De, according to statements made by the party's leadership. Iyali said his political priorities within the organization would include seeking the release of Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, who remains detained in Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam, advocating for the release of Sikh prisoners commonly referred to as "Bandi Singhs," and promoting Punjab's development. He also ruled out any possibility of an alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), stating that the organization would maintain an independent political course.
CanadaJun 09, 2026

Canada’s Trade Surplus Rises 55% in April as Higher Oil Prices Boost Exports

Canada recorded a merchandise trade surplus of $2.72 billion in April, up 55 per cent from the previous month and the highest level in 15 months, according to data released Tuesday by Statistics Canada. The increase was driven in part by higher crude oil prices, which supported the value of Canadian exports during the month. The latest figures come as global energy markets continue to respond to geopolitical tensions affecting oil supply and pricing. Despite federal efforts to diversify trade and reduce reliance on the United States amid ongoing trade disputes, the U.S. remained Canada’s dom
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BCJun 09, 2026

Teen missing, presumed drowned after boat capsizes near Quesnel

A 17-year-old from Prince George is presumed drowned after a boat carrying four people capsized on Stony Lake in British Columbia's central Interior, according to RCMP. Quesnel RCMP said three people aboard the vessel were able to reach shore safely after the incident. However, the boat's operator did not resurface and remains missing. Police identified the missing person as a 17-year-old male from Prince George. His family has been notified, RCMP said. Search efforts remained underway Tuesday. According to police, an underwater recovery team was expected to arrive at the lake to assist in the
AlbertaJun 09, 2026

13-year-old charged after alleged school threat in Sexsmith

A 13-year-old boy has been charged after police investigated alleged threats of gun violence targeting a school in Sexsmith, a community about 450 kilometres northwest of Edmonton. RCMP said officers were called Thursday after receiving reports of threats against students at the school. Police arrested a suspect and seized a firearm from the youth's residence during the investigation. The boy has been charged with uttering threats. The allegation has not been tested in court. According to RCMP, the accused is scheduled to appear in Grande Prairie provincial court on Wednesday. Police have not