Flood risk prompts sandbagging in B.C.’s Interior, at least one home inundated
The potential for flooding has prompted several evacuation alerts and orders and at least one home has been inundated by water as rivers and creeks swell...
Blue Jays’ Chapman named AL player of the month after batting .384 in April
Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman has been named the American League player of the month for April after putting up impressive offensive numbers in...
Man charged after two stabbings outside Rogers Place arena during Oilers game
EDMONTON – A 20-year-old man is facing charges after two stabbings near the Edmonton Oilers arena during an NHL playoff game on the weekend. Edmonton police...
Scientists warn of AI dangers but don’t agree on solutions
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Computer scientists who helped build the foundations of today’s artificial intelligence technology are warning of its dangers, but that doesn’t mean they...
Pompeii chariot stars in Rome exhibit probing ancient roots
ROME (AP) — A meticulously reconstructed Pompeii bridal chariot that eluded the ancient city’s modern-day looters is a star of an ambitious new exhibition in Rome,...
Ottawa announces new framework for 5G spectrum licensing to improve connectivity
Ottawa says a new licensing policy will make it easier for small internet service providers and rural, remote and Indigenous communities to access 5G spectrum. Industry...
Man charged in sale of lethal substance appears in court, has case put over
BRAMPTON, Ont. – An Ontario man accused of selling a lethal substance to people at risk of self-harm has had his bail hearing put over until...
US approves 1st vaccine for RSV after decades of attempts
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. approved the first vaccine for RSV on Wednesday, shots to protect older adults against a respiratory virus that’s most notorious for...
‘Misery index’ explains why households are still spending, says economist Sharon Zollner
The mystery of why so many people claim to be worried about money, but aren’t saving like it, is explained by the misery index, ANZ economist...
Hospice Marlborough fundraiser leaves ‘best job’ she ever had
Stuff Sandy Inwood has been the brains behind many fundraisers for the important work of Hospice Marlborough. Between organising events and working with great people, Sandy...