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BCSep 14, 2021

Prince George woman charged with first-degree murder

A Prince George woman has been charged with first-degree murder related to a stabbing in that city last year. Charlene Alexander is charged with the fatal stabbing of 26 year old Jessie Hayward-Lines on July 2nd, 2020. Alexander, who is in her mid-50s, made her first appearance before a judge on Saturday. She remains in custody and is due to return to court in Prince George tomorrow.
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BCSep 14, 2021

B.C. not effectively overseeing safety of dams: Auditor General

British Columbia's auditor general says the provincial government has not effectively overseen the safety of the 1,900 dams it regulates. In a news release, Michael Pickup says the Ministry of Forests, Land, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development has not adequately verified or enforced dam owners' compliance with key safety requirements. The report says that while the owners of the dams are responsible for their safety, the ministry has a mandate to see that they comply with provincial regulations. It also says the ministry had gaps in its records, which resulted in it being unawar
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BCSep 14, 2021

The search for Naomi Onotera continues

Serious crimes investigators in Langley hope sharp-eyed witnesses can help them uncover more clues about the disappearance of 40 year old Naomi Onotera. She was last seen August 28th near her Langley home and police confirm she left without her car, but they are now appealing for information about the movements of her white 2018 Subaru Crosstrek any time after August 25th. The vehicle is distinctive because of a Greater Vancouver Zoo sticker on the passenger-side front window. In the meantime, RCMP say they continue to follow up on tips that could lead them to the married Kindergarten teacher
BCSep 14, 2021

Crowd of about 400 gathered to protest against vaccinations and vaccine passports outside Vancouver city hall

Police estimated a crowd of about 400 gathered to protest against vaccinations and vaccine passports outside Vancouver city hall yesterday as similar demonstrations were held across the country. Some protesters carried signs that read ``My body, my choice.'' Police in Victoria say a man was arrested for assault during a protest at the BC legislature after a person was doused with hot liquid. Police say no charges have been laid in the incident, which remains under investigation.
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IndiaSep 14, 2021

Aam Aadmi Party holds 'Tiranga Sankalp Yatra' in Ayodhya

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on September 14 took out a 'Tiranga Sankalp Yatra' in Ayodhya. Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia along with party leader Sanjay Singh led the yatra. "We will fight elections in all 403 seats in the state," said Delhi Deputy CM. AAP is gearing up for 2022 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh.
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CanadaSep 14, 2021

Trudeau making no apologies for losing his cool with a protester in Vancouver

Justin Trudeau is making no apologies for losing his cool with a protester in Vancouver who screamed obscenities at him. Trudeau says the man crossed a line yesterday when he started saying derogatory things about his wife.The man called Trudeau a communist and screamed a misogynist comment referencing the Liberal leader's wife. Trudeau responded by asking the man if there was a hospital he should be bothering, a reference to the anti-vaccine protests that took place yesterday outside hospitals across the country.
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CanadaSep 14, 2021

Justin Trudeau, Erin O'Toole tied as election campaign hits final bend

A new poll shows a complete deadlock between Justin Trudeau's Liberals and Erin O'Toole's Conservatives with less than one week left in the federal election.The poll conducted by Leger in collaboration with The Canadian Press shows both parties tied with the support of 32 per cent of decided voters, with the NDP in third place with 20 per cent.A similar poll conducted two weeks ago had the Conservatives ahead with 34 per cent compared with 30 per cent for the Liberals and 24 per cent for the NDP.The polls cannot be given a margin of error because internet-based polls are not considered random
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BCSep 14, 2021

B.C. reports 1,984 COVID-19 cases and 9 deaths

Over a 3 day period, B.C. is reporting 1,984 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 175,142 cases in the province. Sept. 10-11: 823 new casesSept. 11-12: 641 new casesSept. 12-13: 520 new casesNote: The numbers of total and new cases are provisional due to a delayed data refresh and will be verified once confirmed.There are 5,825 active cases of COVID-19 in the province and 167,078 people who tested positive have recovered. Of the active cases, 278 individuals are in hospital and 139 are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation.In the past 72 hours, nine
BCSep 14, 2021

B.C. introducing COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all health-care workers

All health-care workers and volunteers will soon have to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in British Columbia as the provincial government expands its immunization program. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry says additional pandemic measures are needed to fight the spread of COVID-19. She says the vaccine mandate will take effect Oct. 26 and it will be a condition of employment for all workers, physicians, contractors and volunteers in health facilities. It also applies to people who work in home and community care locations, including client homes. The province is also giving third vacc
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

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There is now a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Giving this information, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that talks were held between the DGMOs of both countries at 3.35 pm today. During the talks, it was decided that both countries will immediately stop air, water and land attacks from 5 pm today. Along with this, a ceasefire has been declared between the two countries. Misri said that on May 12, officials of both countries will discuss the future strategy.
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WorldMay 10, 2025

India and Pakistan agree to immediate ceasefire: Trump

US President Donald Trump has said that after long talks last night, India and Pakistan have agreed to stop the war. He said that as a result of this talk, which took place due to US mediation, both the countries have agreed that they will stop the conflict that has been going on for the last few days. He said that I am happy to inform you that India and Pakistan have agreed to a complete and immediate ceasefire. I congratulate both the countries for acting wisely and using foresight. He has shared this information on his Truth Social.
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

Government and private bus services suspended in Bathinda from 7 pm

In view of the drone attacks being carried out by Pakistan on Punjab, there is important news for those who travel by bus. In view of the situation arising between India and Pakistan, government and private bus services have been suspended in Bathinda from 7 pm. Giving information about this, an official said that there is a blackout in the district after 8 pm. Due to this, government and private buses have been stopped after 7 pm. Apart from this, routes going to Amritsar and Faridkot have also been closed. The official said that buses run for 10-15 routes after 7 pm, which have been closed
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

India attacked 8 military installations in Pakistan on Friday night

The Indian Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of External Affairs informed at 10.30 am today that the Indian army attacked several installations in Pakistan late on Friday night. Giving information about this, Army spokesperson Colonel Sophia Qureshi said that India attacked 8 military installations in Pakistan last night during a 3-hour interval. These installations include Pakistan's airbase and weapons depots. Meanwhile, the BSF has released a video saying that the launch pad of the terrorists located at Luni in Sialkot, Pakistan was destroyed last night. Indian news agencies quoted inte