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Harvard to probe Epstein ties after Summers emails

Harvard University initiates a fresh investigation into Jeffrey Epstein connections following the release of emails involving former president Larry Summers. Read the latest developments.

U of S Huskies heading to Vanier Cup after win

The University of Saskatchewan Huskies are heading to the Vanier Cup after a hard-fought Mitchell Bowl victory over Queens on Saturday. Read about their championship journey.

Protesters disrupt Jewish event at Toronto university

Anti-Israel demonstrators stormed a Jewish student-organized event at TMU, shouting slogans and forcing security intervention. The incident highlights growing campus tensions across Canadian universities.

Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse

Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.

Massive Fuel Spill After BC Train Derailment

Emergency crews respond to major environmental incident as over 12,000 litres of diesel fuel contaminates BC interior following train derailment near Tabor Mountain.

U of A Building New 5,000-SQ-FT Art Gallery Space

The University of Alberta is transforming its campus with a state-of-the-art 5,000-square-foot gallery space, creating Alberta's largest university art museum and enhancing Edmonton's cultural landscape.

X Corp fights $100K BC fine in intimate image case

Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, is taking legal action against a British Columbia tribunal decision that fined the company $100,000 for failing to remove intimate images. Discover the details of this landmark digital privacy case.

BC Libraries Struggle with Soaring eBook Demand

British Columbia libraries are facing a digital crisis as exploding demand for eBooks and digital materials outpaces available funding, creating growing wait times and access barriers for patrons across the province.

Vancouver Island team preps 5th Ukraine aid mission

A dedicated humanitarian team from Vancouver Island is gearing up for their fifth emergency mission to Ukraine, delivering critical medical supplies and support to frontline communities devastated by ongoing conflict.

Toxic Forever Chemicals Found in B.C. Sea Otters

Groundbreaking research reveals alarming levels of PFAS chemicals in sea otters along British Columbia's coast, signaling widespread contamination of marine environments and potential threats to wildlife health.

BC Government, First Nations in Land Rights Talks

Top-level meetings unfold in British Columbia as provincial ministers and First Nations leaders address escalating tensions surrounding Indigenous land rights and resource management.

Vancouver Home Sales Drop 14% in October

Greater Vancouver's housing market shows significant cooling as October sales drop sharply while inventory grows. Discover what's driving the market shift and what it means for buyers and sellers.

Young Moose Trapped Behind Fence Freed by BC RCMP

A heartwarming wildlife rescue unfolded in British Columbia as RCMP officers successfully freed a young moose trapped behind a fence. The dramatic operation required careful coordination and expertise.

BC Artist Paints Strangers' Sources of Happiness

A Vancouver Island woman is spreading happiness across British Columbia by creating personalized paintings of what brings joy to complete strangers in her unique social art project.

Amazon fined $10K in BC delivery definition case

A British Columbia court case has resulted in a $10,000 fine against Amazon and established a crucial legal definition for delivery services that could impact e-commerce across Canada.

Globe and Mail Wins Four Jack Webster Awards

Celebrating journalistic excellence in British Columbia, The Globe and Mail secured four major victories at the 2023 Jack Webster Awards, including the coveted Journalist of the Year.

BC tenant forced to pay for stolen Halloween candy

A BC landlord successfully deducted the cost of stolen Halloween candy from a tenant's security deposit after a Civil Resolution Tribunal ruling that's raising eyebrows across the province.

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