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B.C. professor trapped in Iran says Canada has offered 'almost nothing' to help
A British Columbia professor who is trapped in Iran says he's been told by officials there's "almost nothing" the Canadian government can do to help him and his family. Simon Fraser University enginee...
Jun 23, 2025
Orcas use kelp tools to groom and bond off B.C.'s coast, study suggests
In pricey spas, kelp facials and body wraps can set the esthetically inclined human back hundreds of dollars. But in the Salish Sea off British Columbia, southern resident killer whales are also using...
Jun 23, 2025
Iran launches missiles and drones at Israel in the wake of US strikes on its nuclear targets
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iran fired a salvo of missiles and drones on Monday at Israel while also warning the United States that its military has been given a "free hand" to attack American ...
Jun 23, 2025
In the news today: Carney in Brussels for EU-Canada summit
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Carney in Brussels for EU-Canada summit Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Belgium today, where he will visit a ...
Jun 23, 2025
Heat warning still in effect as Ontario and Quebec battle scorching temperatures
TORONTO - Much of Ontario and southwestern Quebec will continue to bake in high temperatures Monday and Tuesday as a heat dome lingers over the region. Environment Canada issued a heat warning for the...
Jun 23, 2025
Prime Minister Carney in Brussels today for EU-Canada summit
BRUSSELS - Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Belgium today, where he will visit a military cemetery before meeting with European Union leaders at an EU-Canada summit. Carney said on social media Sunday...
Jun 23, 2025
Canadian Creighton wins first Korn Ferry Tour title
WICHITA - Myles Creighton of Digby, N.S., won the Wichita Open on Sunday, a day after shooting an 11-under 59, closing with a 2-under 68 for a one-stroke victory over Emilio Gonzalez of Mexico. Creigh...
Jun 22, 2025
MVP, Finals MVP, scoring champ, NBA champ: Gilgeous-Alexander holds all those titles
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - He's the most valuable player. The scoring champion. And now, an NBA champion along with NBA Finals MVP. All in one season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of Hamilton, Ont., has entered ...
Jun 22, 2025
Game 7: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 29 points and Thunder beat Pacers 103-91 for NBA title
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander walked off the court for the final time this season, collapsed into the arms of coach Mark Daigneault and finally smiled. It was over. The climb is complet...
Jun 22, 2025
Game 7: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 29 points and Thunder beat Pacers 103-91 for NBA title
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander walked off the court for the final time this season, collapsed into the arms of coach Mark Daigneault and finally smiled. It was over. The climb is complet...
Jun 22, 2025