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Here's how movement can extend longevity and prevent disease

Here's how movement can extend longevity and prevent disease

Modern research has confirmed that regular movement can reduce cardiovascular-related events, and things like type 2 diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, cancer and dementia. ~ Dr. Jeremy Buhay
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B.C. homeowner interrupts attempted daylight break-in, gets bear-sprayed

B.C. homeowner interrupts attempted daylight break-in, gets bear-sprayed

Police are investigating "several leads in relation to this incident."
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Powell River Kings announce three signings

Powell River Kings announce three signings

Forwards with past experience with the team added to 2024—2025 roster
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Warnings expand as heat wave settles over B.C., with weekend temperatures set to rise

Warnings expand as heat wave settles over B.C., with weekend temperatures set to rise

VANCOUVER — A heat wave has settled over much of British Columbia with Environment Canada issuing warnings in more than two dozen regions about soaring temperatures that could reach into the 40s and continue next week.
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Opinion: Churches don't pay taxes. Should they?

Opinion: Churches don't pay taxes. Should they?

Critics argue that church tax exemptions represent millions in lost government revenue. However, others say that churches can and should use their funds to support local communities.
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Multitude of grants-in-aid approved for qathet organizations

Multitude of grants-in-aid approved for qathet organizations

Regional district board distributes funds to more than 20 community groups
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BC United lags in fundraising in lead-up to fall B.C. election

BC United lags in fundraising in lead-up to fall B.C. election

B.C.'s official opposition party has fallen to third place in recent quarterly fundraising
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Pro-Palestinian protesters vow to fight on, as numbers dwindle at UBC encampment

Pro-Palestinian protesters vow to fight on, as numbers dwindle at UBC encampment

VANCOUVER — When the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver started in late April, the scene resembled a festival.
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How hot will it get this weekend in B.C.?

How hot will it get this weekend in B.C.?

Two locations in B.C. are forecast 'to flirt' with 40 C amid the region's first prolonged heat wave of 2024.
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Police rescue stranded swimmers from Harrison Lake

Police rescue stranded swimmers from Harrison Lake

Police were on the lake for a training exercise when the swimmers started struggling.
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