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BCJul 28, 2021

Police arrest three in relation to 2016 homicide investigation

The RCMP have made arrests in a 2016 shooting in Prince George that killed 33-year-old Robert Milligan. Police say three men were arrested Friday and are charged with manslaughter. The trio remains in custody and court records show all three are expected to return to court in Williams Lake on August 3rd. Milligan was shot to death in the driveway of a home on June 15th, 2016, and police at the time said the slaying was targeted and likely drug related. For more read: https://bc-cb.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/ViewPage.action?siteNodeId=2113&languageId=1&contentId=70527
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BCJul 28, 2021

British Columbians help reduce COVID-19 impacts on Province’s finances: Selina Robinson

The strength of B.C.'s economy and the resilience of British Columbians has helped to keep provincial finances on more stable ground during one of the most challenging times in the province's history.As the provincial government responded to people's need for income support, business grants, tax breaks and crucial services during the pandemic, British Columbia ended the 2020-21 fiscal year with continued strong credit ratings and a lower-than-projected deficit of $5.5 billion."We are on solid fiscal ground because British Columbians have done the right thing - protecting all of us by getting v
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BCJul 28, 2021

BC government encouraging people to take precautions amid forecasts of unseasonably hot temperatures

The BC government is encouraging people to take precautions as Environment Canada forecasts the return of unseasonably hot temperatures this week. A statement from the Ministry of Health urges people to follow guidelines for staying cool during ``extreme heat'' that's predicted to last until this weekend. Health Minister Adrian Dix says health authorities and B-C Emergency Health Services are preparing to assist people in need during the latest heat wave. Heat in the mid to high 30s is expected with the highest temperatures slated for Thompson-Okanagan, the southern Kootenays and Fraser Canyo
CanadaJul 28, 2021

Three suspects to appear in court in Montreal Amber Alert case involving teen girl

Three suspects are expected in court today in connection with an alleged kidnapping that triggered an Amber Alert on Tuesday. Authorities say three men, two 21-year-olds and a 22-year-old will appear before a judge to face charges. Just after 11 p.m. on Monday, Montreal police say a 16-year-old girl was allegedly forced into a vehicle from her place of work at a restaurant in Kirkland, Que, a suburb in western Montreal. Fearing for the girl's safety, major-crimes investigators elected to issue an Amber Alert early Tuesday. The teen showed up at a Montreal police station herself not long after
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WorldJul 28, 2021

Sikh coalition upset with how Indianapolis shooting investigation concluded

Today, the Indianapolis Metro Police Department (IMPD) and other law enforcement agencies held a press conference to announce the conclusion of their investigation into the deadly April 15 shooting at the FedEx ground facility in Indianapolis. Per IMPD Deputy Chief Craig McCartt, the investigation has reviewed "every piece of information available;" according to FBI Special Agent in Charge Paul Keenan, the authorities have determined that this shooting was "an act of suicidal murder" not driven by any particular ideology. The following reaction is attributable to Amrith Kaur, Sikh Coalition
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CanadaJul 28, 2021

U.K. excludes Canadian travellers from new exception to quarantine measures

Fully vaccinated Canadian travellers have been left out of plans to ease quarantine restrictions for entry in the United Kingdom. The U.K. announced today that fully vaccinated travellers in the U.S. or Europe will not have to quarantine on arrival to the U.K. The changes are set to go in place at 4 a.m. on August 2. The British government did not provide a reason why Canada was not included in the new quarantine exceptions. The European countries involved in the exceptions include European Union member states, members of the European free trade agreement and the microstate countries of Ando
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WorldJul 28, 2021

Tokyo sets another virus record days after Olympics begin

Tokyo has reported 3,177 new coronavirus cases, setting an all-time high and exceeding 3,000 for the first time days after the start of the Olympics. The new cases Wednesday exceeded the earlier record of 2,848 set the previous day and bring the total for the Japanese capital to more than 200,000 since the pandemic began early last year.Tokyo has been under a fourth state of emergency since July 12 ahead of the Olympics, which began last Friday despite widespread public opposition and concern that they could further worsen the outbreak.Experts say Tokyo's surge is being propelled by the new, m
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IndiaJul 28, 2021

Chandrayaan-3 likely to be launched during third quarter of 2022: Centre

Chandrayaan-3 mission to the moon is likely to be launched during the third quarter of 2022 assuming normal workflow henceforth, Union Minister of State in the Department of Space Dr Jitendra Singh informed on Wednesday.In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha today, he said, the realisation of Chandrayaan-3 is in progress."The realization of Chandrayaan-3 involves various processes including finalization of configuration, subsystems realization, integration, spacecraft level detailed testing, and a number of special tests to evaluate the system performance on earth," the minister sai
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IndiaJul 28, 2021

Parliament: LS, RS adjourned amid Opposition's 'Khela Hobe' sloganeering over Pegasus row

Amid the continuous ruckus created by the Opposition, which raised 'Khela Hobe' slogan demanding a discussion on 'Pegasus Project' report, the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha both were adjourned till 2 pm on Wednesday on the sixth day of the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament. The Lower House was adjourned two times on Wednesday, first till 12:30 pm and then 2:00 pm.On the other hand, the Upper House of Parliament was also adjourned twice as well, first till 12 noon and then till 2 pm.This comes as the leaders of Opposition parties had earlier in the day held a meeting at Parliament to chalk out

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BCDec 24, 2025

Man charged after alleged sexual assault in Penticton, police say

Penticton RCMP say a man is facing criminal charges following an alleged sexual assault reported in the city on Monday evening. Police were called shortly before 6 p.m. on December 22 to the 200 block of Orchard Avenue after receiving reports of a possible sexual assault in progress. According to investigators, several bystanders intervened and restrained the suspect until officers arrived at the scene. The victim was taken to hospital for medical assessment. Police have not released details about the victim’s condition. RCMP say Josiah Foisy has been charged with sexual assault and assault.
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BCDec 24, 2025

Burnaby RCMP seek public help after $100,000 Bobcat loader stolen in North Burnaby

Burnaby RCMP are asking for the public’s help to identify two pickup trucks believed to be involved in the theft of a Bobcat loader valued at about $100,000 in North Burnaby. Police say the theft happened on the afternoon of Sunday, November 30, when two pickup trucks arrived near the intersection of Midlawn Drive and Westlawn Drive in the Brentwood area. One of the trucks was towing an empty flat deck trailer. A short time later, both vehicles were seen leaving the area with the Bobcat loader loaded onto the trailer. Investigators describe the first suspect vehicle as a dark-coloured pickup
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BCDec 24, 2025

Richmond RCMP arrest 16 in targeted retail theft enforcement operation

Richmond RCMP say a targeted enforcement operation aimed at retail theft led to 16 arrests earlier this month, as police continue efforts to address repeat shoplifting and organized theft in the city. The arrests were made during a Project Boost and Bust operation carried out by frontline officers on December 13. The initiative is supported through the Community Safety and Targeted Enforcement Program and focuses on high-theft retail locations across Richmond. Police say most of the individuals arrested do not live in Richmond, reinforcing concerns that retail theft in the city is frequently d
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AlbertaDec 23, 2025

Three new Alberta recall petitions target MLAs as total climbs to 26

Elections Alberta has approved three additional recall petitions against sitting members of the provincial legislature, bringing the total number of active recall efforts across the province to 26. The latest petitions target two United Conservative Party backbenchers, Ron Wiebe and Justin Wright, along with Opposition New Democrat MLA Peggy Wright, who serves as the party’s labour critic. With the new approvals, 24 of the 26 active petitions are aimed at UCP politicians, representing more than half of Premier Danielle Smith’s 47-member caucus. Petitioners seeking the removal of Wiebe and
IndiaDec 23, 2025

Patiala schools, railway station receive bomb threats; security stepped up

Several schools in Patiala district and the Patiala railway station were placed under heightened security on Tuesday after authorities received bomb threats through email, Punjab Police said. The threat follows similar warnings reported earlier in Amritsar and Jalandhar, raising concerns among parents and local residents. Police teams were immediately deployed to the affected schools and public locations, where thorough search operations were carried out as a precautionary measure. According to officials, the email claimed that explosive devices could detonate between 1:11 pm and 9:11 pm. As a