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In wake of Venezuela win, Canadian men climb one spot in No. 27 in new FIFA rankings
Canada has climbed one place to No. 27 in the latest FIFA rankings, after defeating…
Proposed resort threatens critical wildlife corridor in BC, study says
A new study warns that the proposed Zincton resort in British Columbia’s Central Selkirks could fragment a critical wildlife corridor for grizzlies, wolverines and other species. Photo submitted by Tess McEnroe / Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative.
Penticton looking at 6 per cent tax increase as budget deliberations begin
Council was given a draft budget on Oct. 21 with the stated goal of a 6.26 per cent property tax increase for 2026, and that remains the goal now that budget deliberations have begun.
Man gets seven years for B.C. home invasion linked to cryptocurrency theft
PORT MOODY — A man who committed a violent home invasion to steal cryptocurrency in…
Naomi Girma returns for year’s final USWNT matches against Italy
Defender Naomi Girma was named to the United States roster on Wednesday for a pair…
UK warns Russia it’s ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted
LONDON (AP) — Britain warned Russia on Wednesday that it was ready to deal with…
Bomb discovered during police search in Prince George, B.C.
PRINCE GEORGE — A bomb squad from British Columbia’s Lower Mainland is en route to…
Raptors rookie Collin Murray-Boyles doubtful vs. 76ers with MCL sprain
PHILADELPHIA — Collin Murray-Boyles is listed as doubtful by the Toronto Raptors for tonight’s game…
The Latest: Trump to decide on Epstein files release after Senate agrees to pass the legislation
Both the House and Senate acted decisively Tuesday to pass a bill forcing the Justice…
Wind warning issued for Haida Gwaii off B.C. coast, gusts of 110 km/h expected
HAIDA — A wind warning has been issued for parts of British Columbia’s north coast,…
New FIFA rankings set top-seed teams in World Cup tournament draw with Germany edging out Croatia
ZURICH (AP) — The top-seeded teams for the Dec. 5 World Cup tournament draw, including…
Takeaways from Trump’s White House meeting with Saudi crown prince: Deals and bromance
WASHINGTON (AP) — A jovial President Donald Trump held a warm and friendly meeting with…
UMass squares off against Bowling Green in MAC action
Bowling Green (3-8) at UMass (0-11), Nov. 25 at 4:30 p.m. EST. How to watch:…
Vancouver Whitecaps aim to oust rivals Los Angeles FC in Western Conference semifinal
VANCOUVER — Ryan Gauld and the Vancouver Whitecaps have been here before — preparing for…
Why Trump’s plan to help GOP keep control of the House could backfire
As President Donald Trump laid it out to reporters this summer, the plan was simple.…
Roger Federer elected to International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1st year of eligibility
Well, this will come as no surprise to anyone who’s paid any attention over the…
Penticton spent 18 months writing a unique racism bylaw to target just one person
And iNFOnews.ca has learned that that one person has now moved, largely resolving the problem.
World Cup 2026: What to know about the playoffs for next year’s tournament
ZURICH, Switzerland (AP) — The final six places for the 2026 World Cup will be…
New museum in California offers immersive experience of the Shroud of Turin
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. (AP) — An interactive museum dedicated to the Shroud of Turin, which…
Mountain of illegally dumped trash near Oxford river causes outcry in England
LONDON (AP) — A mountain of illegally dumped trash near a river in the country…
Veteran players say PWHL has changed their minds and their hockey
Playing hockey for a living has changed the way some women in the Professional Women’s…
Steve McClaren quits as Jamaica coach after 0-0 draw with Curaçao
KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — The former England manager Steve McClaren quit as Jamaica coach after…
2026 World Cup: Instant classic goals send wild and weird Scotland through after 28-year wait
Scotland is finally going back to the World Cup following a 28-year wait after a…
Leafs winger William Nylander makes amends for early gaffe with stunning OT winner
TORONTO — William Nylander swung his stick at a fluttering puck before watching it carom…