An old evacuation checklist is still pinned to Jerry Shepit’s refrigerator in Kimberley, B.C. One line tells him to bring a radio and “lots of coins for the payphone.” “No payphones now,” the 86-year-old said, amused by how much emergency advice has chang... See more
Chinese social media accounts ‘profit from leaking official corruption scandals’ ‘Grey market’ exploiting legal loopholes has made prosecution difficult, state media report warns Amber Wangin Beijing anti-corruption campaign. The trend had created a new c... See more
A short burst of intense heat is pushing temperatures into the high 30s across parts of B.C.’s southern Interior, just as thunderstorms and lightning move into the region. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued heat warnings for the Okanagan Val... See more
A burst of blue and purple flowers across Kimberley, B.C., has prompted a lively discussion on social media over whether the plants are native wildflowers or an invasive species. The East Kootenay Invasive Species Council says the flowers at the centre of... See more
Taiwan gained critical information about Beijing’s ballistic missile launch this week thanks to the island’s long-range early-warning radar system and intelligence sharing with Washington. The island’s AN/FPS-115 Pave Paws long-range early-warning radar d... See more
