{ "updated": "2026-07-25T23:01:13.143759", "items": [ { "title": "More than 500 properties under evacuation alert as wildfire burns north of West Kelowna", "url": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/wildfire-near-la-casa-prompts-evacuation-alert-9.7284744?cmp=rss", "source": "CBC British Columbia", "summary": "A newly discovered out-of-control wildfire burning in B.C.\u2019s Central Okanagan has prompted an evacuation alert for more than 500 properties in a popular vacation destination north of West Kelowna.", "category": "Travel & Outdoors", "published": "2026-07-26T00:26:09-04:00" }, { "title": "Tempo\u2019s Mabrey makes five three-pointers in first quarter of All-Star Game", "url": "https://www.sportsnet.ca/wnba/article/tempos-mabrey-makes-five-three-pointers-in-first-quarter-of-all-star-game/", "source": "Sportsnet", "summary": "", "category": "Sports & FIFA", "published": "2026-07-25T22:02:44-04:00" }, { "title": "Comic-Con 2026: David Jonsson is new Black Panther, Ryan Gosling joins Marvel as Ghost Rider", "url": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/25/comic-con-2026-david-jonsson-is-new-black-panther-ryan-gosling-joins-marvel-as-ghost-rider/", "source": "CityNews Vancouver", "summary": "SAN DIEGO (AP) \u2014 David Jonsson is the new Black Panther \u2014 the son of Chadwick Boseman\u2019s T\u2019Challa \u2014 director Ryan Coogler told cheering fans Saturday at Marvel Studios' Comic-Con International presentation.", "category": "BC Headlines", "published": "2026-07-26T01:38:53+00:00" }, { "title": "Tempo\u2019s Mabrey catches fire at All-Star Game with five first-quarter threes", "url": "https://www.sportsnet.ca/wnba/video/tempos-mabrey-catches-fire-at-all-star-game-with-five-first-quarter-threes/", "source": "Sportsnet", "summary": "Watch as Marina Mabrey catches fire at the WNBA All-Star Game by knocking down five three-pointers in the first quarter.", "category": "Sports & FIFA", "published": "2026-07-25T21:33:58-04:00" }, { "title": "Monday.com is the latest tech company to blame AI for layoffs \u2014 here are 20 others", "url": "https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/25/the-running-list-major-tech-layoffs-in-2026-where-employers-cited-ai/", "source": "TechCrunch AI", "summary": "A running look \u2014 in reverse chronological order \u2014 at the bigger tech companies that have announced significant layoffs this year with AI as a stated factor.", "category": "AI", "published": "2026-07-26T01:30:00+00:00" }, { "title": "B.C. community\u2019s water system damaged by alleged vandalism during wildfire response", "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11993648/bc-water-system-vandalized/", "source": "Global BC", "summary": "Police are investigating after the water system serving the evacuated B.C. community of Boston Bar was allegedly vandalized, potentially delaying residents' return home.", "category": "Crime & Courts", "published": "2026-07-25T22:24:17+00:00" }, { "title": "B.C. wildfire service at capacity with over 120 blazes in the province", "url": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/wildfire-bc-evacuations-9.7284406?cmp=rss", "source": "CBC British Columbia", "summary": "With over 120 fires blazing across the province as of Saturday morning, the B.C. Wildfire Service says it's all hands on deck \u2014 and then some.", "category": "Travel & Outdoors", "published": "2026-07-25T18:15:30-04:00" }, { "title": "Argonauts\u2019 Arbuckle says he couldn\u2019t judge intent behind hit on Kelly", "url": "https://www.sportsnet.ca/cfl/video/argonauts-arbuckle-says-he-couldnt-judge-intent-behind-hit-on-kelly/", "source": "Sportsnet", "summary": "Toronto Argos quarterback Nick Arbuckle discusses the hit put on Chad Kelly that knocked him out of Saturday\u2019s game against the BC Lions, saying he doesn\u2019t know if the hit was dirty because he couldn\u2019t judge the intent behind it. Courtesy: Argonauts", "category": "Sports & FIFA", "published": "2026-07-25T23:56:12-04:00" }, { "title": "Red Sox trading LHP Connelly Early to Nationals for INF Curtis Mead", "url": "https://www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/report-red-sox-trading-lhp-connelly-early-to-nationals-for-inf-curtis-mead/", "source": "Sportsnet", "summary": "", "category": "Sports & FIFA", "published": "2026-07-25T23:21:15-04:00" }, { "title": "Minnesota United keeper Drake Callender duels Whitecaps\u2019 Yohei Takaoka to draw", "url": "https://www.sportsnet.ca/mls/article/minnesota-united-keeper-drake-callender-duels-vancouvers-yohei-takaoka-to-draw/", "source": "Sportsnet", "summary": "", "category": "Sports & FIFA", "published": "2026-07-25T23:20:56-04:00" }, { "title": "Cease\u2019s best pitches from 12-strikeout performance vs. Red Sox", "url": "https://www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/video/ceases-best-pitches-from-12-strikeout-performance-vs-red-sox/", "source": "Sportsnet", "summary": "Watch some of the best pitches from Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease\u2019s 12-strikeout performance against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday.", "category": "Sports & FIFA", "published": "2026-07-25T23:13:15-04:00" }, { "title": "Jones and Clark propel Team Spoon past Team Coop in WNBA All-Star Game", "url": "https://www.sportsnet.ca/wnba/article/jones-and-clark-propel-team-spoon-past-team-coop-in-wnba-all-star-game/", "source": "Sportsnet", "summary": "Jonquel Jones had 22 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists, helping Caitlin Clark and Team Spoon outlast Marina Mabrey and Team Coop 129-122 in the WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday night.", "category": "Sports & FIFA", "published": "2026-07-25T22:48:27-04:00" }, { "title": "Clinton, B.C., still standing with some structure losses, but wildfire looms", "url": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/clinton-fire-town-9.7284441?cmp=rss", "source": "CBC British Columbia", "summary": "According to the province, 1,300 properties have been ordered to evacuate and another 6,650 properties are under evacuation alert.", "category": "Travel & Outdoors", "published": "2026-07-25T16:33:25-04:00" }, { "title": "Argos snap three-game losing skid with win over struggling Lions", "url": "https://www.sportsnet.ca/cfl/article/argos-snap-three-game-losing-skid-with-win-over-struggling-lions/", "source": "Sportsnet", "summary": "", "category": "Sports & FIFA", "published": "2026-07-25T22:33:14-04:00" }, { "title": "Nanaimo-Lantzville MLA says B.C.\u2019s new $241M trades training investment gives Islanders a \u2018life close to home\u2019", "url": "https://cheknews.ca/nanaimo-lantzville-mla-says-b-c-s-new-241m-trades-training-plan-will-keep-more-workers-in-the-region-1338565/", "source": "CHEK News", "summary": "Vancouver Island University will see 64 new trades training seats added this year as part of the province's $241-million plan to get more skilled workers trained and into in-demand jobs faster. The post Nanaimo-Lantzville MLA says B.C.\u2019s new $241M trades\u2026", "category": "Politics", "published": "2026-07-25T20:14:45+00:00" }, { "title": "Halifax Tides ride own goal to 1st-ever win over Vancouver Rise, snapping 3-game skid", "url": "https://www.cbc.ca/sports/soccer/halifax-tides-vancouver-rise-nsl-recap-july-25-9.7284720?cmp=rss", "source": "CBC British Columbia", "summary": "Jessica De Filippo's own goal lifted the visiting Halifax Tides over the Vancouver Rise 1-0 on Saturday in Northern Super League play in Burnaby, B.C.", "category": "BC Headlines", "published": "2026-07-25T21:36:09-04:00" }, { "title": "Island firefighters deployed to help battle B.C.\u2019s more than 120 wildfires", "url": "https://cheknews.ca/island-firefighters-deployed-to-help-battle-b-c-s-more-than-120-wildfires-1338610/", "source": "CHEK News", "summary": "Firefighters from across Vancouver Island are being deployed to B.C.'s interior to help battle the more than 120 wildfires burning across the province. The post Island firefighters deployed to help battle B.C.\u2019s more than 120 wildfires appeared first on CHEK .", "category": "BC Headlines", "published": "2026-07-26T01:24:21+00:00" }, { "title": "Veterinarian warns emergency pet care patchy north of the malahat", "url": "https://cheknews.ca/veterinarian-warns-emergency-pet-care-patchy-north-of-the-malahat-1338621/", "source": "CHEK News", "summary": "A Veterinarian specialist is making pet owners aware of current gaps in emergency care on Vancouver Island. The post Veterinarian warns emergency pet care patchy north of the malahat appeared first on CHEK .", "category": "BC Headlines", "published": "2026-07-26T01:12:49+00:00" }, { "title": "Central Saanich celebrates 75th anniversary milestone", "url": "https://cheknews.ca/central-saanich-celebrates-75th-anniversary-milestone-1338618/", "source": "CHEK News", "summary": "Central Saanich celebrates its 75th anniversary with a party in Centennial Park, with a variety of food vendors, musical performances, and community businesses present to take part in the celebration. The post Central Saanich celebrates 75th anniversary\u2026", "category": "Human Interest", "published": "2026-07-26T01:04:26+00:00" }, { "title": "After experiencing 2016 wildfire, Fort McMurray survivor addresses evacuation trauma", "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11993053/fort-mcmurray-wildfire-survivor-on-evacuation-trauma/", "source": "Global BC", "summary": "As wildfires force evacuations across B.C., Fort McMurray survivor Terese Greenwood reflects on losing her home in 2016 and the lessons she learned about recovery.", "category": "Human Interest", "published": "2026-07-25T18:57:14+00:00" }, { "title": "\u2018It was difficult\u2019: Residents of Clinton, B.C. recount evacuating wildfires", "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11989094/residents-wildfires-clinton/", "source": "Global BC", "summary": "Wildfires burning across British Columbia have forced residents from communities including Clinton and Boston Bar, with many unsure if they'll have homes to return to.", "category": "BC Headlines", "published": "2026-07-26T00:25:09+00:00" }, { "title": "Airstrikes have paused and talks are pressing forward. But can the US and Iran take the off-ramp?", "url": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/25/airstrikes-have-paused-and-talks-are-pressing-forward-but-can-the-us-and-iran-take-the-off-ramp/", "source": "CityNews Vancouver", "summary": "WASHINGTON (AP) \u2014 The U.S. military has paused its airstrikes on Iran after nearly two weeks of intensifying bombing, while diplomatic efforts have pushed forward to try to avert a return to all-out war.", "category": "BC Headlines", "published": "2026-07-26T00:11:47+00:00" }, { "title": "CRD warns of traffic delays in Victoria, Saanich: Neighbourhood bikeway construction starts late July", "url": "https://cheknews.ca/crd-warns-of-traffic-delays-in-victoria-saanich-neighbourhood-bikeway-construction-starts-late-july-1338608/", "source": "CHEK News", "summary": "The Capital Regional District is warning drivers and other road users of two separate traffic disruptions in the coming weeks, both connected to the Neighbourhood Bikeway project. The post CRD warns of traffic delays in Victoria, Saanich: Neighbourhood\u2026", "category": "Travel & Outdoors", "published": "2026-07-25T23:28:15+00:00" }, { "title": "Revamped, vibrant Montreal basketball courts meant to inspire confidence", "url": "https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7284590?cmp=rss", "source": "CBC Canada", "summary": "A non-profit called Buckets & Borders travels the country building and restoring outdoor basketball courts through various sponsors. Its goal is to improve community life through the sport. The group's latest initiative is the revamped, colourful courts in\u2026", "category": "Human Interest", "published": "2026-07-25T19:27:57-04:00" }, { "title": "Man loses teeth during fight at Sasamat Lake: Port Moody Police", "url": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/25/fight-at-sasamat-lake/", "source": "CityNews Vancouver", "summary": "On Friday evening, Port Moody Police were called to Sasamat Lake.", "category": "Crime & Courts", "published": "2026-07-25T23:00:53+00:00" }, { "title": "Boston Bar water system vandalized during wildfires", "url": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/25/fvrd-boston-bar-water-damage/", "source": "CityNews Vancouver", "summary": "Around 11:30 p.m. on July 23, the Fraser Valley Regional District Boston Bar water system was vandalized.", "category": "BC Headlines", "published": "2026-07-25T22:45:49+00:00" }, { "title": "Abbotsford police release suspect's sketch after attempted abduction of 2 girls", "url": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/police-looking-for-man-who-attempted-to-abduct-2-abbotsford-girls-9.7284549?cmp=rss", "source": "CBC British Columbia", "summary": "Abbotsford police have released a composite sketch of a man suspected of trying to lure two young girls into his vehicle earlier this week.", "category": "Crime & Courts", "published": "2026-07-25T18:12:16-04:00" }, { "title": "Librarians are hosting viral \u2018Avoiding AI\u2019 workshops for people who are fed up with Big Tech", "url": "https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/25/librarians-are-hosting-viral-avoiding-ai-workshops-for-people-who-are-fed-up-with-big-tech/", "source": "TechCrunch AI", "summary": "At libraries around the country, \"Avoiding AI\" workshops have elicited unprecedented demand.", "category": "AI", "published": "2026-07-25T16:00:00+00:00" }, { "title": "Feds\u2019 rejection of island airport plan prevents waterfront \u2018destruction\u2019: advocates", "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11993697/ont-island-airport/", "source": "Global Canada", "summary": "Advocates say Ottawa's decision to block a major expansion of Billy Bishop airport protects Toronto's waterfront from increased pollution, traffic and environmental damage.", "category": "National", "published": "2026-07-25T21:54:30+00:00" }, { "title": "Canadian Blood Services calling for donors amid serious drop in supply", "url": "https://cheknews.ca/canadian-blood-services-calling-for-donors-amid-serious-drop-in-supply-1338591/", "source": "CHEK News", "summary": "Canadian Blood Services says it is facing a shortage as blood donations have plummeted over the last several weeks. The post Canadian Blood Services calling for donors amid serious drop in supply appeared first on CHEK .", "category": "BC Headlines", "published": "2026-07-25T21:46:23+00:00" }, { "title": "What\u2019s life like under wildfire alert? For Kimberley, B.C., residents, it\u2019s part prep, part wait and see", "url": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/life-in-kimberley-b-c-under-wildfire-evac-alert-9.7282980?cmp=rss", "source": "CBC British Columbia", "summary": "Three Kimberley, B.C., residents describe what they would pack, leave behind and hope to return to as the Matthew Creek wildfire keeps the city under evacuation alert.", "category": "Travel & Outdoors", "published": "2026-07-25T11:00:00-04:00" }, { "title": "Witnesses sought in attempted child abduction in Abbotsford", "url": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/25/attempted-abbotsford-child-abduction/", "source": "CityNews Vancouver", "summary": "Abbotsford Police Department are asking the public for help in identifying a suspect in an attempted child abduction on July 22.", "category": "Crime & Courts", "published": "2026-07-25T20:46:02+00:00" }, { "title": "Trump\u2019s tariff threat already costing Canadian businesses, trade lawyer says", "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11993583/gordie-howe-bridge-trade/", "source": "Global Canada", "summary": "Canadian manufacturers are losing U.S. orders and planning layoffs before Trump's proposed 50 per cent tariffs take effect, a trade lawyer tells Global News.", "category": "Finance & Taxes", "published": "2026-07-25T19:55:25+00:00" }, { "title": "Alberta premier says she won't retaliate Trump's latest threats with alcohol ban", "url": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/danielle-smith-american-alcohol-trump-tariffs-9.7284410?cmp=rss", "source": "CBC Canada", "summary": "Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she does not plan to retaliate against U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian goods with an alcohol ban, after the province banned American alcohol for several months last year.", "category": "Politics", "published": "2026-07-25T15:48:54-04:00" }, { "title": "Saturday morning shooting in Surrey: SPS", "url": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/25/sps-shooting-east-clayton/", "source": "CityNews Vancouver", "summary": "Surrey Police Service says they responded to calls of a shooting outside a house in the East Clayton neighbourhood Saturday morning.", "category": "Crime & Courts", "published": "2026-07-25T19:48:24+00:00" }, { "title": "Alberta premier says she won\u2019t retaliate Trump\u2019s latest threats with alcohol ban", "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11993638/alta-smith-radio-show/", "source": "Global Canada", "summary": "Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she won't ban U.S. alcohol in response to President Donald Trump's latest tariff threat, saying she wants to \"stay calm\" rather than retaliate.", "category": "Politics", "published": "2026-07-25T19:32:37+00:00" } ] }