Tennessee man convicted for attempting to provide material support to ISIS
October 21, 2023
A Tennessee man was convicted by a federal jury of attempting to provide material support to ISIS, a designated foreign terrorist organization.
International
King Charles ‘had a very good escape’ from marrying reality TV star cousin: ‘Would’ve been awful’
October 21, 2023
Princess Olga Romanoff is the great niece of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, whose British first cousin is King George V. She wrote a memoir, "Princess Olga: A Wild and Barefoot Romanov."
Seasonal affective disorder this fall and winter: Wise ways to ward off the blues, according to experts
October 21, 2023
Many Americans, in fall and winter, experience a change of mood due to less sunlight, colder days and less outdoor time overall. Here's how to manage symptoms of seasonal affective disorder.
These are the best foods for a high-fiber diet, according to nutritionists
October 21, 2023
These are the healthiest fiber-rich foods to incorporate into your diet if you're looking for bites that will aid in your digestion and gut health. Nutitionists weigh in.
Former Rep. Justin Amash says family members killed in Gaza church after Israeli airstrike
October 21, 2023
Former Michigan Rep. Justin Amash said Friday that several of his family members were killed in a Greek Orthodox church in Gaza following an Israeli airstrike.
Chris Evans, Julia Roberts, Dolph Lundgren among stars who had secret weddings: ‘Intentional intimacy’
October 21, 2023
Chris Evans, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, Beyoncé and Julia Roberts are among a long list of celebrity couples who have managed to avoid the media circus with a secret wedding.
Jeffries and the Democrats are sitting pretty amid House GOP speaker chaos
October 21, 2023
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., and his House Democrats are sitting pretty after more than two weeks of GOP disarray following the ouster of Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
65,000 stayed on food stamp rolls despite winning big in lottery, government data show
October 21, 2023
A government watchdog group found that over 65,000 substantial lottery winners are still collecting food stamps, costing taxpayers millions.
Oldest daughter of Utah parenting blogger accused of child abuse speaks out for 1st time since mom’s arrest
October 21, 2023
The oldest daughter of parenting blogger Ruby Franke, who was charged with child abuse last month, has spoken out for the first time since her mother's arrest.
House GOP campaign arm blasts top Dem leader for calling border wall ‘medieval’: ‘It makes no sense’
October 21, 2023
The GOP campaign arm is criticizing comments made by Democratic House Leader Hakeem Jeffries for calling a border wall "medieval" amid the ongoing migrant crisis.
Alex Murdaugh’s South Carolina family home is up for sale again
October 21, 2023
Disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh's former modern farmhouse on 22 acres in South Carolina could be yours for $1.9 million, but it comes with a tragic history.
Why Jordan couldn’t grab the speaker gavel after three failed ballots
October 21, 2023
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, was pulled as the GOP nominee for speaker on Friday after three failed ballots.
California Gov. Newsom, a top Biden 2024 surrogate, makes high-profile trips to Israel, China
October 21, 2023
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is far from the Golden State this weekend, as he makes stops in Israel and China on a high-stakes overseas trip for the high profile Democratic politician
Alice Marie Johnson makes touching visit to prison years after Trump clemency
October 21, 2023
Alice Marie Johnson visited a prison in Alabama to spread her message of hope and second chances after former President Trump granted her clemency.
Mom of Israeli woman killed by Hamas worries for American friends amid ‘antisemitic’ demonstrations
October 21, 2023
Hannie Ricardo detailed the harrowing three days between her last correspondence with her youngest daughter and receiving the news that she had been gunned down by Hamas militants.
John Stamos recalls childhood sexual abuse, hating ex Rebecca Romijn and alcohol battle
October 21, 2023
John Stamos got candid about the highs and lows of his life and career in his new memoir "If You Would Have Told Me."
‘Insidious’ Chinese espionage reaches ‘epic scale,’ British security chief, FBI warn
October 21, 2023
The FBI has over 2,000 open espionage cases involving China, as bureau director Christopher Wray asserts that at one point the agency opened a new China-related case every 12 hours.
Sen. Blackburn concerned over Biden supplemental request to aid Gaza after Hamas reportedly stole aid
October 21, 2023
Sen. Marsha Blackburn is concerned Biden's supplemental request, including aid for Gaza, might fund terrorism; citing reports of Hamas intercepting aid meant for civilians.
Alex Jones cannot use bankruptcy protection to avoid paying $1B to Sandy Hook families, judge rules
October 21, 2023
A Texas judge ruled that Infowars host Alex Jones cannot use bankruptcy protection to avoid paying more than $1.1 billion to Sandy Hook shooting victims' families.
Erie Otters take down London Knights 5-3
October 21, 2023
Oliver Bonk's three assists not enough as the Erie Otters topped the London Knights 5-3.
US Marshals offering $10K for whereabout of suspected Maryland judge killer
October 21, 2023
The United States Marshals Service is offering a $10,000 awards for the whereabouts of a suspected killer of Maryland Circuit Court Judge Andrew Wilkinson.
More beds at Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope as demand increases
October 21, 2023
A Winnipeg emergency shelter is adding more space as demand is up more than usual at this time of year and with temperatures dropping in the coming weeks.
No injuries after bricks crumble from vacant building onto Vancouver sidewalk
October 21, 2023
Police and fire crews were called to a potential building collapse at 928 Main Street, after part of a crumbling façade fell onto the sidewalk below. Fortunately no one was hurt.
Alberta woman missing since August may be headed to B.C., police say
October 21, 2023
Jasmine Laboucan, 23, was last seen on Aug. 26 in Grand Prairie. She's known to have ties in Kelowna and Surrey.
Mayor breathes second life into rejected Port Coquitlam daycare
October 21, 2023
Port Coquitlam council will reconsider a rejected daycare that met with opposition from a vocal group of neighbours last week.
The Ultra-Affordable EVs That Won’t Be Coming to the U.S. Anytime Soon
October 21, 2023
A new generation of tiny one- and two-passenger electric cars is becoming available around the world. Americans aren’t interested.
Amazon Confronts a New Rival: TikTok
October 21, 2023
In the emerging business of ‘social shopping,’ TikTok dominates the social and is spending big to improve the selling. Amazon dominates selling, and is working on the social.
Safety concerns raised about Pemberton horses after 2 die in highway crash
October 21, 2023
Horses are roaming freely and two were killed on the busy highway last week after a car struck them.
Surrey makes pitch to get Metro Vancouver’s first Bus Rapid Transit line
October 21, 2023
The city wants TransLink to give it the first in a proposed series of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines in the region.
Feel Good Friday: Global BC’s highlights of the week
October 21, 2023
From trash taken out of Lower Mainland waters, to treasure attached to Vancouver Island residences, here are five good news stories from the week to share.
Striking U.S. autoworkers raise pressure on companies: ‘Cards left to play’
October 21, 2023
The United Auto Workers warned they could announce another expansion of its strikes at any time, depending on how much progress it makes in its negotiations with automakers.
QR Calgary 770AM will be temporarily off-air for maintenance work
October 21, 2023
Tune your dial to 107.3 FM to keep listening to QR Calgary. AM Broadcasting is expected to be restored by 5 a.m. on Sunday Oct 22.
Afghanistan earthquakes: ‘Staggering’ health consequences
October 20, 2023
Families in western Afghanistan, who have lost everything to a series of devastating earthquakes, need urgent assistance to withstand the harsh winter, the UN relief wing reported on Friday.
Gaza: UN chief at Rafah crossing says aid convoy ‘the difference between life and death’
October 20, 2023
UN humanitarians said on Friday that an agreement to unlock aid deliveries across the Gaza border was near, as UN chief António Guterres delivered a powerful call in front of the gates at the Rafah crossing to get lifesaving aid moving.
Commission of Inquiry finds further evidence of war crimes in Ukraine
October 20, 2023
A new UN report has found continued evidence of war crimes and human rights violations committed by Russian authorities in Ukraine, including torture, rape and the deportation of children.
Explainer: A look inside the Gaza crossing convoy
October 20, 2023
Hundreds of trucks are waiting for a green light at the Rafah border in Egypt, poised to deliver lifesaving aid to 2.3 million besieged people in the Gaza Strip. What's inside the convoy?
3 Things I Learned About What’s Next in AI
October 20, 2023
In an interview, OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman discusses job disruption, data and the ‘person-ness’ of bots.
Diplomatic stakes ‘could not be higher’ warns senior UN official
October 20, 2023
As the possible transition to a new global order heightens security risks, more effective multilateral diplomacy is a vital tool to maintain peace, the Security Council heard on Friday.