Concerns grow for Vernon residents with no power as weather heats up
Vernon residents are experiencing power outages during a heatwave, with temperatures expected to rise further.
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Politics & Government
Saskatchewan airline operators battle higher fuel costs amid war, global uncertainty
Saskatchewan airline operators are facing increased fuel costs due to the war in the Middle East and global uncertainty, impacting critical services.
Former Vancouver mayor alleges a B.C. cabinet minister is under investigation
Former Vancouver mayor Kennedy Stewart is alleging that a current B.C. cabinet minister is under investigation, with many people reportedly aware of the situation.
Police probe mock beheading of Quebec labour minister effigy at Montreal rally
A mock beheading of Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet's effigy was performed at a Montreal rally, prompting a police investigation.
Toronto woman with bipolar disorder asks Ontario court to grant her emergency MAID access
A Toronto woman with bipolar disorder is seeking emergency access to medical assistance in dying (MAID) from an Ontario court. She is also suing the federal government over the ban for people whose...
Business & Economy
Regnology Completes Acquisition of Moody’s Regulatory Reporting & Asset and Liability Management (ALM) Solutions
Regnology has completed the acquisition of Moody’s Regulatory Reporting & ALM Solutions, expanding its AI-powered regulatory reporting, risk, and ALM solution portfolio.
Why the Best Public Art Keeps Disappearing
Artists and galleries are prioritizing temporary, spectacle-driven public art over more enduring pieces.
Indian Rupee at Record Low as Analysts Dust Off 2013 RBI Playbook
The Indian rupee reached a record low due to rising crude prices following Middle Eastern violence, prompting analysts to suggest the central bank might use measures similar to those from 2013.
International Petroleum Corporation Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial and Operational Results
International Petroleum Corporation (IPC) released its first quarter 2026 financial and operational results, showing significant increases in performance, as stated by William Lundin, the company's...
RBA Delivers Third Straight Hike, Cementing Outlier Status
Australia’s central bank raised interest rates for a third consecutive meeting to combat strong inflation, setting it apart from other global central banks.
Environment & Climate
Sports
Things we learned: Golden Knights cash in on missed icing call
The Ducks suffered in a series opener against the Golden Knights due to a missed icing call.
Ducks angry after icing isn’t called before Golden Knights’ winner
Barbashev scores late as Golden Knights beat Ducks in Game 1
Ivan Barbashev scored late to help the Golden Knights defeat the Anaheim Ducks 3-1 in Game 1 of their second-round series.
Edwards, Timberwolves overcome big game by Wembanyama to beat Spurs
Anthony Edwards scored 18 points in his unexpected return from injury and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a huge game by Victor Wembanyama and held on to beat the San Antonio Spurs 104-102 in the...
Spurs’ Wembanyama breaks record for blocks in playoff game
Victor Wembanyama, in his first playoff run, set a record for blocks in a playoff game.