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Porzingis returns to Celtics' lineup after 8-game absence with illness

NEW YORK (AP) — Kristaps Porzingis returned to the Boston Celtics' starting lineup Saturday against Brooklyn after missing the last eight games with an illness. The 7-foot-3 center hadn't played sin ...
More ...NEW YORK (AP) — Kristaps Porzingis returned to the Boston Celtics' starting lineup Saturday against Brooklyn after missing the last eight games with an illness. The 7-foot-3 center hadn't played since Feb. 26 in a loss at Detroit.

5 months ago

CBC British Columbia

B.C. prison inmate charged with 2nd-degree murder after fatal cafeteria fight

Homicide investigators say Therae Racette-Beaulieu has been charged in the death of Christopher Braun, who was fatally injured in the fight on Dec. 15. ...
More ...The exterior fence of a prison is pictured on a sunny day.

Homicide investigators say Therae Racette-Beaulieu has been charged in the death of Christopher Braun, who was fatally injured in the fight on Dec. 15.

5 months ago

CBC British Columbia

Vancouver police looking for driver as pedestrian dies after crash

Vancouver police are seeking the public's help as they try to find the driver whose vehicle hit a pedestrian, who subsequently died at the scene on Friday night. ...
More ...A person with 'Vancouver Police' on their back leans against a wall.

Vancouver police are seeking the public's help as they try to find the driver whose vehicle hit a pedestrian, who subsequently died at the scene on Friday night.

5 months ago

Lack of store investment, underlying issues led Hudson
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Lack of store investment, underlying issues led Hudson's Bay to 'slow death': experts

TORONTO — Analysts say the planned liquidation of Hudson's Bay will leave a hole in the country's retail landscape, as Canada's oldest company prepares to wind down in the coming months unless it ca ...
More ...TORONTO — Analysts say the planned liquidation of Hudson's Bay will leave a hole in the country's retail landscape, as Canada's oldest company prepares to wind down in the coming months unless it can find a last-minute solution.

5 months ago

CBC British Columbia

Advocates, family of man killed by RCMP launch 'people's tribunal' to probe police

The mother of slain Wet'suwet'en man Jared Lowndes said the tribunal will offer a chance for members and families who lost their loved ones due to police violence to talk about racism and other unlawf ...
More ...An Indigenous woman hugs a person wearing a hoodie as other people are visible.

The mother of slain Wet'suwet'en man Jared Lowndes said the tribunal will offer a chance for members and families who lost their loved ones due to police violence to talk about racism and other unlawful practices within Canada's police forces. 

5 months ago

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BMO Field fans boo U.S. anthem prior to Toronto FC's home opener against Chicago

TORONTO — Fans at Toronto FC's home opener against the Chicago Fire showed their displeasure at the U.S. by booing "The Star-Spangled Banner" on Saturday. The booing was steady, followed by an enthu ...
More ...TORONTO — Fans at Toronto FC's home opener against the Chicago Fire showed their displeasure at the U.S. by booing "The Star-Spangled Banner" on Saturday. The booing was steady, followed by an enthusiastic rendition of "O Canada.

5 months ago

CBC British Columbia

Howden, Drury return to podium on 4-medal day for Canada at ski cross World Cup

Reece Howden and Kevin Drury returned to the podium Saturday on a four-medal day for Canada at a ski cross World Cup at Craigleith Ski Club near Collingwood, Ont. ...
More ...Three male ski cross athletes stretch out towards the finish line.

Reece Howden and Kevin Drury returned to the podium Saturday on a four-medal day for Canada at a ski cross World Cup at Craigleith Ski Club near Collingwood, Ont.

5 months ago

Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 17
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Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 17

The threat of violent tornadoes in parts of the U.S. proved deadly as well as destructive as whipping winds moved east into the Mississippi Valley and Deep South on Saturday, with at least 17 people k ...
More ...The threat of violent tornadoes in parts of the U.S. proved deadly as well as destructive as whipping winds moved east into the Mississippi Valley and Deep South on Saturday, with at least 17 people killed and scores of homes decimated.

15 Mar 2025 16:56:35

Canada
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Canada's Homan beats Lithuania, falls to Scotland on opening day at women's worlds

UIJEONGBU-SI — The Canadian team skipped by Rachel Homan split its first two games Saturday at the LGT world women's curling championship.

15 Mar 2025 16:19:36

Rangers
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Rangers' Jon Gray fractures right wrist after being hit by a line drive, manager Bruce Bochy says

SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — Texas Rangers pitcher Jon Gray fractured his right wrist when he was hit by a line drive in a spring training game against Colorado, manager Bruce Bochy told reporters.

15 Mar 2025 15:41:29

Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 16
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Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 16

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The threat of violent tornadoes in parts of the U.S.

15 Mar 2025 15:29:31

CBC British Columbia

Surrey gets a taste of the Juno Awards with free music festival

The Juno Awards may still be weeks away, but Surrey is getting an early taste of the excitement with a massive free music festival this weekend. ...
More ...Three young women, one holding a glass of wine, stand in the audience and sing along.

The Juno Awards may still be weeks away, but Surrey is getting an early taste of the excitement with a massive free music festival this weekend.

15 Mar 2025 15:00:00

Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least six people
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Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least six people

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The threat of violent tornadoes in parts of the U.S.

15 Mar 2025 14:58:02

CBC British Columbia

Canadian doctors share personal toll of COVID-19 pandemic 5 years later

Three doctors from Alberta, Nova Scotia and B.C. who became household names because of the COVID-19 pandemic reflect on how it changed their lives, including one who still requires security to follow ...
More ...A woman gestures at a podium while a masked man stands in the background.

Three doctors from Alberta, Nova Scotia and B.C. who became household names because of the COVID-19 pandemic reflect on how it changed their lives, including one who still requires security to follow her around.

15 Mar 2025 14:00:00

Donna Heildelbach: Obituary
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Donna Heildelbach: Obituary

January 12, 1958 - March 2, 2025

15 Mar 2025 14:00:00

Rising to the occasion, Shohei Ohtani hits 2-run HR in return to Japan against Yomiuri Giants
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Rising to the occasion, Shohei Ohtani hits 2-run HR in return to Japan against Yomiuri Giants

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese star Shohei Ohtani showed off some prodigious power in his return to the Tokyo Dome on Saturday night.

15 Mar 2025 13:57:59

Letter to the editor: Here’s a challenge to Citizen columnist’s ‘turncoats’ opinion
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Letter to the editor: Here’s a challenge to Citizen columnist’s ‘turncoats’ opinion

If you'd like to weigh in on the contents of our opinion pages, email [email protected]

15 Mar 2025 13:41:06

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Rising to the occasion, Shohei Ohtani hits long HR in return to Japan against Yomiuri Giants

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese star Shohei Ohtani showed off some prodigious power in his return to the Tokyo Dome on Saturday night.

15 Mar 2025 13:35:48

Editorial: Why say no to ‘free money’ for environmental project?
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Editorial: Why say no to ‘free money’ for environmental project?

We're known as being progressive on climate change, but you wouldn't know it from this recent vote

15 Mar 2025 13:24:50

CBC British Columbia

B.C. Interior communities face millions in water upgrades, including former home of the 'world's best water'

Canal Flats residents will hold a town hall to discuss Interior Health's demand to treat well water after Greenwood wound up spending $5 million on upgrades  ...
More ...A colourful wooden sign that says Village of Canal Flats, Source of the Columbia River.

Canal Flats residents will hold a town hall to discuss Interior Health's demand to treat well water after Greenwood wound up spending $5 million on upgrades 

15 Mar 2025 13:00:00

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Starmer urges Putin to prove he is serious about peace by signing up to Ukraine ceasefire

LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to sign up to a ceasefire in its war against Ukraine now, if he is “serious about peace” and said all ...
More ...LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to sign up to a ceasefire in its war against Ukraine now, if he is “serious about peace” and said allies will “keep the pressure” on the Kremlin.

15 Mar 2025 12:53:37

CBC British Columbia

19 of the 50 most dangerous intersections for pedestrians in B.C. are located in Surrey

With B.C.’s second-largest city by population continuing to experience high rates of population growth, Surrey’s director of transportation says it needs to do more to prevent pedestrian injuries ...
More ...People carrying umbrellas cross a suburban intersection.

With B.C.’s second-largest city by population continuing to experience high rates of population growth, Surrey’s director of transportation says it needs to do more to prevent pedestrian injuries and fatalities.

15 Mar 2025 12:00:00

Business in Vancouver

Les Leyne: B.C. Premier David Eby grabs maximum power for tariff war

When Bill 7 passes, Premier David Eby will be the most powerful premier in B.C.’s history for the two years the emergency measures are in effect.

15 Mar 2025 11:45:00

CBC British Columbia

Fresh snowfall brings boost to B.C. ski hills as operators brace for busy spring season

Some B.C. ski resorts are celebrating a fresh dump of snow in the mountains, a welcome turnaround after one of the worst ski seasons last winter. But with spring break crowds expected to pack the slop ...
More ...Snowboarders on a ski slope as they get ready for a first run on Blackcomb Mountain in Whistler.

Some B.C. ski resorts are celebrating a fresh dump of snow in the mountains, a welcome turnaround after one of the worst ski seasons last winter. But with spring break crowds expected to pack the slopes, operators are advising visitors to plan ahead and prepare for longer lift lines.

15 Mar 2025 11:00:00

Quebec company hopes its plan to sell bananas, other exotic produce bears fruit
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Quebec company hopes its plan to sell bananas, other exotic produce bears fruit

SAINT-EUSTACHE, Que. — Thick, humid air envelopes Myriam Claude's banana tree, which bears a beautiful cluster of fruit, not yet ripe.

15 Mar 2025 10:00:11

Dodgers
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Dodgers' Betts dealing with illness in Japan, Roberts hopeful he'll be ready for opening day

TOKYO (AP) — Shortstop Mookie Betts will miss the Los Angeles Dodgers' two exhibition games in Japan because of an illness, manager Dave Roberts said Saturday.

15 Mar 2025 09:23:36

Gustafson delivers in triple overtime for Cariboo Cougars
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Gustafson delivers in triple overtime for Cariboo Cougars

Hawks face elimination in Game 2 of BCEHL U18 semifinal series Saturday at Kin 1

15 Mar 2025 08:31:00

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Avalanche host the Stars after Kelly's 2-goal game

Dallas Stars (42-20-2, in the Central Division) vs. Colorado Avalanche (39-24-3, in the Central Division) Denver; Sunday, 3:30 p.m.

15 Mar 2025 08:11:32

CBC British Columbia

As Trump attacks Canada, Downing Street sticks to the sidelines

As U.S. President Donald Trump keeps threatening Canada's sovereignty with his 51st state comments, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is calling for unity — as the United Kingdom continues to av ...
More ...British foreign secretary David Lammy

As U.S. President Donald Trump keeps threatening Canada's sovereignty with his 51st state comments, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is calling for unity — as the United Kingdom continues to avoid directly pushing back on Trump's annexation talk.

15 Mar 2025 08:00:00

Cougars back in first place after another Wild win
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Cougars back in first place after another Wild win

Captain Riley Heidt leads Cats to comeback victory with a goal and two assists

15 Mar 2025 06:27:00

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Utah takes on Minnesota, looks to end 8-game slide

Utah Jazz (15-51, 15th in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (38-29, seventh in the Western Conference) Minneapolis; Sunday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Utah is looking to stop its eight-g ...
More ...Utah Jazz (15-51, 15th in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (38-29, seventh in the Western Conference) Minneapolis; Sunday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Utah is looking to stop its eight-game losing streak with a victory over Minnesota.

15 Mar 2025 06:04:47

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Claxton and the Nets host conference foe Boston

Boston Celtics (47-19, second in the Eastern Conference) vs. Brooklyn Nets (22-44, 12th in the Eastern Conference) New York; Saturday, 6 p.m.

15 Mar 2025 06:04:45

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Toronto plays Portland on 3-game win streak

Toronto Raptors (23-43, 11th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Portland Trail Blazers (28-39, 12th in the Western Conference) Portland, Oregon; Sunday, 6 p.m.

15 Mar 2025 06:04:44

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Kelly ends 20-game drought with two-goal effort in Avs' 4-2 win over Flames

CALGARY — Colorado Avalanche forward Parker Kelly had plenty of reasons to be excited on Friday night.

15 Mar 2025 05:50:22

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Calgary Dinos, Victoria Vikes set to meet for U Sports men's basketball title

VANCOUVER — Nate Petrone led the way with 30 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists as the Calgary Dinos thumped the UPEI Panthers 87-54 on Friday in U Sports men's basketball Final 8 semifinal actio ...
More ...VANCOUVER — Nate Petrone led the way with 30 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists as the Calgary Dinos thumped the UPEI Panthers 87-54 on Friday in U Sports men's basketball Final 8 semifinal action.

15 Mar 2025 05:31:02

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Jamal Murray's clutch 3-pointer helps Nuggets hold off short-handed Lakers 131-126

DENVER (AP) — Jamal Murray sank a 3-pointer with 5.6 seconds left and Russell Westbrook stole the inbounds pass for a exclamation-point dunk as the Denver Nuggets rebuffed the scrappy, short-handed ...
More ...DENVER (AP) — Jamal Murray sank a 3-pointer with 5.6 seconds left and Russell Westbrook stole the inbounds pass for a exclamation-point dunk as the Denver Nuggets rebuffed the scrappy, short-handed Los Angeles Lakers 131-126 on Friday night.

15 Mar 2025 04:17:48

Critics warn staff cuts at federal agencies overseeing US dams could put public safety at risk
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Critics warn staff cuts at federal agencies overseeing US dams could put public safety at risk

COULEE DAM, Wash. (AP) — Trump administration workforce cuts at federal agencies overseeing U.S.

15 Mar 2025 04:17:27

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'It was a big game': Jets widen conference, division lead with 4-1 win over Stars

WINNIPEG — Kyle Connor knew the Winnipeg Jets' game against the Dallas Stars on Friday would be a big test. He and his teammates passed with flying colours.

15 Mar 2025 04:16:29

Kelly
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Kelly's two-goal effort leads Avalanche past Flames 4-2

CALGARY — Parker Kelly scored twice on Friday night to lead the red-hot Colorado Avalanche to a 4-2 NHL victory over the Calgary Flames. It was Kelly's second career two-goal game.

15 Mar 2025 03:49:38

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QMJHL: Simon-Pier Brunet's winner gives Voltigeurs 3-2 win over Tigres

DRUMMONDVILLE, Que. — Simon-Pier Brunet scored the game-winning goal 4:58 into the third period as the Drummondville Voltigeurs topped the Victoriaville Tigres 3-2 on Friday in Quebec Maritimes Juni ...
More ...DRUMMONDVILLE, Que. — Simon-Pier Brunet scored the game-winning goal 4:58 into the third period as the Drummondville Voltigeurs topped the Victoriaville Tigres 3-2 on Friday in Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League action.

15 Mar 2025 03:31:34

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OHL: Luca Pinelli's winner lifts Ottawa 67's past Oshawa Generals 3-2

OTTAWA — Luca Pinelli knocked in the game-winning goal at 9:15 of the third period as the Ottawa 67's edged the Oshawa Generals 3-2 on Friday in Ontario Hockey League action. Filip Ekberg and Ryan W ...
More ...OTTAWA — Luca Pinelli knocked in the game-winning goal at 9:15 of the third period as the Ottawa 67's edged the Oshawa Generals 3-2 on Friday in Ontario Hockey League action. Filip Ekberg and Ryan White also scored for Ottawa (22-33-3-6).

15 Mar 2025 02:59:39

No. 96 fits Hurricanes
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No. 96 fits Hurricanes' Roslovic just right as he scores goal 2nd straight game

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Jack Roslovic got his No. 96 jersey back, and he's wearing it well. The Carolina Hurricanes center scored a goal in a second straight game and he has four points over three game ...
More ...RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Jack Roslovic got his No. 96 jersey back, and he's wearing it well. The Carolina Hurricanes center scored a goal in a second straight game and he has four points over three games since reclaiming the number.

15 Mar 2025 02:58:41

Connnor
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Connnor's three-point effort leads league-best Jets past Stars 4-1

WINNIPEG — Kyle Connor scored twice and added an assist to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a key 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Friday.

15 Mar 2025 02:48:28

CBC British Columbia

'Don't mess with Alaska,' U.S. senator warns, even as state Republicans affirm friendship with Canada

On the same day that state-level Republicans in Alaska worked to affirm their close relationship with Canada amid U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war and threats of annexation, an Alaskan senato ...
More ...A man at a podium.

On the same day that state-level Republicans in Alaska worked to affirm their close relationship with Canada amid U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war and threats of annexation, an Alaskan senator warned British Columbia's premier that "you don't want to mess with Alaska."

15 Mar 2025 02:34:27

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Eason's career-high 30 helps Houston Rockets extend win streak to 5 games with rout of Dallas

HOUSTON (AP) — Tari Eason scored a career-high 30 points to lead the Houston Rockets to an easy 133-96 win over the Dallas Mavericks Friday night.

15 Mar 2025 02:16:12

Roslovic
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Roslovic's goal, assist help Hurricanes beat Red Wings 4-2 to win 6th straight

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Jack Roslovic had a goal and an assist and the Carolina Hurricanes won their sixth game in a row, 4-2 over the Detroit Red Wings 4-2 on Friday night.

15 Mar 2025 02:09:01

Walter Eberle: Memoriam
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Walter Eberle: Memoriam

February 17, 1945 - March 14, 2022

15 Mar 2025 02:00:00

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Big March storm fans wildfires and kills 3 as forecasters fear weekend tornado outbreak

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A sprawling storm system crossing the U.S. on Friday caused deadly crashes, overturned semitrucks and fanned dozens of wildfires in several central states, prompting evacuation ...
More ...OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A sprawling storm system crossing the U.S. on Friday caused deadly crashes, overturned semitrucks and fanned dozens of wildfires in several central states, prompting evacuation orders in some communities.

15 Mar 2025 01:54:00

Howden wins on Canadian snow, PG
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Howden wins on Canadian snow, PG's Gavin Rowell 20th in World Cup event

Racing resumes Saturday in Craigleigh, Ont.

15 Mar 2025 01:36:57

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