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Avalanche visit the Blackhawks after Toews' 2-goal game

Colorado Avalanche (25-15-1, in the Central Division) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (13-25-2, in the Central Division) Chicago; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

7 Jan 2025 09:12:17

Prince George Citizen

Capitals host the Canucks after Wilson's 2-goal game

Vancouver Canucks (18-12-9, in the Pacific Division) vs. Washington Capitals (26-10-4, in the Metropolitan Division) Washington; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

7 Jan 2025 09:12:16

On beauty, Shaggy, and fatness
Georgia Straight

On beauty, Shaggy, and fatness

Our society has so openly and unabashedly hated fat people for so long.

7 Jan 2025 09:08:06

Victoria Times-Colonist

PHOTO COLLECTION: Orthodox Christmas

This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors. The Associated Press

7 Jan 2025 08:59:04

CONTEST: Win Tickets to the Circus Spectacular ‘Duck Pond’
The Tyee

CONTEST: Win Tickets to the Circus Spectacular ‘Duck Pond’

One lucky Tyee reader will win a pair of seats to the performance at the Vancouver Playhouse.

7 Jan 2025 08:30:00

Charity herring sale set for Saturday in James Bay
Victoria Times-Colonist

Charity herring sale set for Saturday in James Bay

The sale at Finest At Sea near Fisherman’s Wharf starts at 11 a.m. and runs until 5 p.m. or until the fish are sold out

7 Jan 2025 08:29:00

The Tyee

‘Fire Weather’ Is Hitting the North the Hardest, Study Says

In the worst region, bordering BC and the Yukon, extreme conditions increased by 1.8 days every year over two decades.

7 Jan 2025 08:20:00

The Tyee

Please Advise! After Trudeau, What’s Next?

Perhaps Christy Clark, muses Dr. Steve. And for sure more weird Poilievre videos.

7 Jan 2025 08:10:00

Galarneau suffers tough singles loss in Australian Open qualifying match
Prince George Citizen

Galarneau suffers tough singles loss in Australian Open qualifying match

MELBOURNE — Alexis Galarneau was one game away from pulling off a major upset Monday night in the Australian Open qualifying tournament, but 28th-seeded Lukas Klein of Slovakia spoiled the Canadian' ...
More ...MELBOURNE — Alexis Galarneau was one game away from pulling off a major upset Monday night in the Australian Open qualifying tournament, but 28th-seeded Lukas Klein of Slovakia spoiled the Canadian's thunder Down Under.

7 Jan 2025 08:04:58

January 7: Your Daily Horoscope
Victoria Times-Colonist

January 7: Your Daily Horoscope

Tuesday, January 7th ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You will be incredibly sharp today – nothing will escape your attention and no one will be allowed to get away with saying things you know are untru ...
More ...Tuesday, January 7th ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You will be incredibly sharp today – nothing will escape your attention and no one will be allowed to get away with saying things you know are untrue.

7 Jan 2025 08:00:00

Strong earthquake kills at least 53 people in western China near Mount Everest
Victoria Times-Colonist

Strong earthquake kills at least 53 people in western China near Mount Everest

BEIJING (AP) — A strong earthquake killed at least 53 people in Tibet on Tuesday and left many others trapped as dozens of aftershocks shook the high-altitude region of western China and across the ...
More ...BEIJING (AP) — A strong earthquake killed at least 53 people in Tibet on Tuesday and left many others trapped as dozens of aftershocks shook the high-altitude region of western China and across the border in Nepal.

7 Jan 2025 07:16:48

Victoria Times-Colonist

Today-Music-History-Jan07

Today in Music History for Jan. 7: In 1868, the most ambitious musical composition inspired by Confederation, "Cantate: la Confederation" by Jean-Baptiste Labelle, was performed at the city hall in Mo ...
More ...Today in Music History for Jan. 7: In 1868, the most ambitious musical composition inspired by Confederation, "Cantate: la Confederation" by Jean-Baptiste Labelle, was performed at the city hall in Montreal.

7 Jan 2025 07:15:14

Prince George Citizen

Athletics agree to $60M, 5-year contract with slugger Brett Rooker, AP source says

The Athletics have agreed to a $60 million, five-year contract with slugger Brent Rooker, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Monday night.

7 Jan 2025 07:06:20

Victoria Times-Colonist

Cameron Norrie accidentally hits spectator with thrown racket at Auckland ATP event

AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — British tennis star Cameron Norrie apologized and avoided disqualification when a racket he tossed in the air struck a spectator at the ATP Tour tournament in Auckland o ...
More ...AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — British tennis star Cameron Norrie apologized and avoided disqualification when a racket he tossed in the air struck a spectator at the ATP Tour tournament in Auckland on Tuesday.

7 Jan 2025 06:43:46

Tale of two teams as Royals meet Thunderbirds
Victoria Times-Colonist

Tale of two teams as Royals meet Thunderbirds

Victoria visits Seattle on Tuesday night

7 Jan 2025 06:22:00

NHL roundup: Peterka leads Sabres to 4-3 shootout win over Capitals
Victoria Times-Colonist

NHL roundup: Peterka leads Sabres to 4-3 shootout win over Capitals

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — JJ Peterka had a goal and an assist and had the deciding goal in the shootout to help lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 4-3 win against the Washington Capitals on Monday night. Alex ...
More ...BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — JJ Peterka had a goal and an assist and had the deciding goal in the shootout to help lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 4-3 win against the Washington Capitals on Monday night. Alex Tuch and Tage Thompson also scored for the Sabres.

7 Jan 2025 06:19:22

Victoria Times-Colonist

Grizzlies forward released from hospital after 'scary' fall in game

Victoria visits Cowichan Valley on Friday

7 Jan 2025 06:18:00

Prince George Citizen

Sports scoreboard for Monday, Jan. 6, 2025

Monday's Scoreboard NHL Montreal 5 Vancouver 4 (OT) Buffalo 4 Washington 3 (SO) Colorado 3 Florida 1 New Jersey 3 Seattle 2 --- NBA Milwaukee 128 Toronto 104 Sacramento 123 Miami 118 (2OT) Phoenix 109 ...
More ...Monday's Scoreboard NHL Montreal 5 Vancouver 4 (OT) Buffalo 4 Washington 3 (SO) Colorado 3 Florida 1 New Jersey 3 Seattle 2 --- NBA Milwaukee 128 Toronto 104 Sacramento 123 Miami 118 (2OT) Phoenix 109 Philadelphia 99 Detroit 118 Portland 115 Indiana

7 Jan 2025 05:58:29

Victoria Times-Colonist

Scottie Scheffler withdraws from another tournament, hopes to play at Pebble Beach

DALLAS (AP) — Scottie Scheffler withdrew from The American Express on Monday, saying his right hand has not fully recovered from minor surgery to repair a glass puncture over Christmas. Scheffler, t ...
More ...DALLAS (AP) — Scottie Scheffler withdrew from The American Express on Monday, saying his right hand has not fully recovered from minor surgery to repair a glass puncture over Christmas. Scheffler, the world's No.

7 Jan 2025 05:30:16

Suns
Prince George Citizen

Suns' Beal stars as a reserve in win over 76ers and makes it clear he believes he is an NBA starter

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bradley Beal made the most of the unfamiliar role of substitute for the Phoenix Suns. That doesn't mean he had to like it.

7 Jan 2025 04:54:27

Raptors have
Prince George Citizen

Raptors have 'no excuses' for 128-104 beat down by Bucks

TORONTO — RJ Barrett and the Toronto Raptors had no excuses for their dismal effort against the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday.

7 Jan 2025 04:48:56

CBC British Columbia

Flu and RSV cases surge in B.C. COVID-19 hospitalizations also rising, BCCDC data shows

Respiratory illnesses are on the rise in B.C., with flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases climbing, especially among children, according to the B.C. Centre for Disease Control's latest updat ...
More ...Man in chair facing away from camera gets flu shot in his arm

Respiratory illnesses are on the rise in B.C., with flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases climbing, especially among children, according to the B.C. Centre for Disease Control's latest update.

7 Jan 2025 04:33:04

The Breaker

WATCH: Trudeau announces exit, what next?

Jan. 6, 2025: The first Monday of the election year. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau finally admitted to Canadians that he cannot win another election. What next? Research Co president Mario Canse ...
More ...WATCH: Trudeau announces exit, what next?

Jan. 6, 2025: The first Monday of the election year. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau finally admitted to Canadians that he cannot win another election.

What next?

Research Co president Mario Canseco joins Bob Mackin for analysis of the pivotal day in Canadian political history.
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7 Jan 2025 04:23:29

Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving out due to bulging disk in his back, no timeline for return
Prince George Citizen

Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving out due to bulging disk in his back, no timeline for return

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disk in his back, and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said a timeline for his return was not immediatel ...
More ...MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disk in his back, and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said a timeline for his return was not immediately known.

7 Jan 2025 04:00:20

Spruce Kings lose three key forwards to QMJHL
Prince George Citizen

Spruce Kings lose three key forwards to QMJHL

Schrott, Veilleux, Montroy are gone; NCAA eligibility rule change prompting exodus of junior A talent to major junior teams

7 Jan 2025 03:49:06

Victoria Times-Colonist

Strong earthquake kills at least 9 people in western China

BEIJING (AP) — A strong earthquake shook a mountainous region in western China near Nepal on Tuesday morning, killing at least nine people.

7 Jan 2025 03:46:51

Victoria Times-Colonist

Sabres over Capitals 4-3 in shootout

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — JJ Peterka had a goal and an assist and had the deciding goal in the shootout to help lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 4-3 win against the Washington Capitals on Monday night. Alex ...
More ...BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — JJ Peterka had a goal and an assist and had the deciding goal in the shootout to help lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 4-3 win against the Washington Capitals on Monday night. Alex Tuch and Tage Thompson also scored for the Sabres.

7 Jan 2025 03:46:49

Pistons
Prince George Citizen

Pistons' rally for 118-115 win over Blazers

DETROIT (AP) — Cade Cunningham had 32 points and nine assists as the Detroit Pistons reached .500 for the first time after New Year’s Day since 2019 with a 118-115 win over the Portland Trail Blaz ...
More ...DETROIT (AP) — Cade Cunningham had 32 points and nine assists as the Detroit Pistons reached .500 for the first time after New Year’s Day since 2019 with a 118-115 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Tim Hardaway Jr.

7 Jan 2025 03:33:23

Victoria Times-Colonist

A's manager Mark Kotsay excited about team's offseason moves

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Mark Kotsay sees a new era ahead for the Athletics, and not just because they’ve left their longtime Oakland home and will play in West Sacramento for the next few years ...
More ...SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Mark Kotsay sees a new era ahead for the Athletics, and not just because they’ve left their longtime Oakland home and will play in West Sacramento for the next few years until a new ballpark is ready for them in Las Vegas.

7 Jan 2025 03:25:49

Spruce Kings d-man Ballentyne commits to Tennessee State University
Prince George Citizen

Spruce Kings d-man Ballentyne commits to Tennessee State University

London, Ont., native to join Tigers in their inaugural 2025-26 NCAA season

7 Jan 2025 02:42:00

Prince George Citizen

Cade Cunningham leads Pistons' rally for 118-115 win over Blazers and rare .500 record

DETROIT (AP) — Cade Cunningham had 32 points and nine assists as the Detroit Pistons reached .500 for the first time after New Year's Day since 2019 with a 118-115 win over the Portland Trail Blazer ...
More ...DETROIT (AP) — Cade Cunningham had 32 points and nine assists as the Detroit Pistons reached .500 for the first time after New Year's Day since 2019 with a 118-115 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Tim Hardaway Jr.

7 Jan 2025 02:36:34

Fernandez eliminated in Adelaide Open women
Prince George Citizen

Fernandez eliminated in Adelaide Open women's doubles

ADELAIDE — A day after losing a gruelling singles match, Canadian Leylah Fernandez and partner Nadiia Kichenok of Ukraine came up short in women's doubles as well, dropping a 6-1, 6-4 match at the A ...
More ...ADELAIDE — A day after losing a gruelling singles match, Canadian Leylah Fernandez and partner Nadiia Kichenok of Ukraine came up short in women's doubles as well, dropping a 6-1, 6-4 match at the Adelaide Open to the Mexican-American combo of Giulia

7 Jan 2025 02:30:27

CBC British Columbia

Canada's Parliament is prorogued. Here’s what that means

With Justin Trudeau on the way out, Parliament has been prorogued until March 24. As Jon Hernandez reports, the move has been used by past governments during times of political crisis. ...
More ...Canada's Parliament is prorogued. Here’s what that means

With Justin Trudeau on the way out, Parliament has been prorogued until March 24. As Jon Hernandez reports, the move has been used by past governments during times of political crisis.

7 Jan 2025 02:18:15

Prince George reacts to Trudeau
Prince George Citizen

Prince George reacts to Trudeau's resignation: From 'inevitable' to 'good riddance'

The Citizen hears from Rustad, Bond, UNBC political science professors

7 Jan 2025 02:16:48

Packers lacking the momentum they carried into the playoffs last season
Victoria Times-Colonist

Packers lacking the momentum they carried into the playoffs last season

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay knows it can pull a road playoff upset as a No. 7 seed because that’s exactly what the Packers did in Dallas last season. What this team lacks is the momentum that ...
More ...GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay knows it can pull a road playoff upset as a No. 7 seed because that’s exactly what the Packers did in Dallas last season. What this team lacks is the momentum that carried the Packers into the postseason a year ago.

7 Jan 2025 02:02:01

Victoria Times-Colonist

Tyreek Hill's frustration becomes a main issue for Dolphins heading into offseason

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Tyreek Hill spoke glowingly about his situation in Miami just three months ago, amid speculation that the star receiver could be traded from the Dolphins to a contending t ...
More ...MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Tyreek Hill spoke glowingly about his situation in Miami just three months ago, amid speculation that the star receiver could be traded from the Dolphins to a contending team.

7 Jan 2025 01:57:30

World Cup racing in Prince George? Former Biathlon Canada president says it
Prince George Citizen

World Cup racing in Prince George? Former Biathlon Canada president says it's possible, with right backing

Paul Collard convinced Otway Nordic Centre is one of Canada's top biathlon facilities and city has what it takes to support the biggest races

7 Jan 2025 01:54:00

Victoria Times-Colonist

Saints expect changes, but Rizzi would like to stay and has some key players' support

METAIRIE, La. (AP) — New Orleans Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi agrees that major changes should be in store this offseason.

7 Jan 2025 01:39:29

Belinda the sea sponge observed
Prince George Citizen

Belinda the sea sponge observed 'sneezing' off Vancouver Island

Scientists observed the 'sneezing' sea sponge slip into winter hibernation over four years.

7 Jan 2025 01:25:02

CBC British Columbia

B.C. winery fined $118K and permanently banned from temporary foreign worker program

Employers found to be non-compliant with regulations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) can receive a monetary penalty, a ban on hiring temporary workers, or, as in the case of this B.C ...
More ...A sign that reads Desert Hills Estate in front of a vineyard.

Employers found to be non-compliant with regulations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) can receive a monetary penalty, a ban on hiring temporary workers, or, as in the case of this B.C. winery, both. According to the government website, a permanent ban is issued only for the most serious violations under the TFWP. 

7 Jan 2025 01:21:05

Victoria Times-Colonist

Antonio Pierce remains the Las Vegas Raiders' coach - for now

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Antonio Pierce remains the Las Vegas Raiders' coach. For now, anyway. “I haven’t been told anything different,” Pierce said Monday.

7 Jan 2025 00:55:52

Victoria Times-Colonist

Shane Steichen eager to move forward with Colts. Defensive coordinator Gus Bradley won't be back

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A determined and disappointed coach Shane Steichen walked into the Indianapolis Colts' complex Monday morning already knowing his fate. He's returning for a third season , and ge ...
More ...INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A determined and disappointed coach Shane Steichen walked into the Indianapolis Colts' complex Monday morning already knowing his fate. He's returning for a third season , and general manager Chris Ballard is coming back, too.

7 Jan 2025 00:42:43

Vancouver Canucks star defenceman Hughes returns to play against Montreal Canadiens
Prince George Citizen

Vancouver Canucks star defenceman Hughes returns to play against Montreal Canadiens

VANCOUVER — The injury-plagued Vancouver Canucks inserted a crucial piece back into their lineup against the Montreal Canadiens on Monday. Star defenceman Quinn Hughes returned for the matchup after ...
More ...VANCOUVER — The injury-plagued Vancouver Canucks inserted a crucial piece back into their lineup against the Montreal Canadiens on Monday. Star defenceman Quinn Hughes returned for the matchup after missing four games with an undisclosed injury.

7 Jan 2025 00:38:13

Prince George Citizen

Royals agree with RHP Michael Lorenzen on $7 million, 1-year contract, AP source says

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Michael Lorenzen and the Kansas City Royals agreed to a $7 million, one-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2026, a person familiar with the deal told The Associa ...
More ...KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Michael Lorenzen and the Kansas City Royals agreed to a $7 million, one-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2026, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.

7 Jan 2025 00:36:29

Prince George Citizen

Bulls coach Billy Donovan isn't concerned about the team’s first-round draft pick

CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan said the team's first-round draft pick hasn't been a part of his conversations with the front office and ownership ahead of next month's NBA trade de ...
More ...CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan said the team's first-round draft pick hasn't been a part of his conversations with the front office and ownership ahead of next month's NBA trade deadline.

7 Jan 2025 00:36:20

Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving out due to bulging disc in his back, no timeline for return
Prince George Citizen

Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving out due to bulging disc in his back, no timeline for return

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disc in his back, and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said a timeline for his return was not immediatel ...
More ...MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Dallas guard Kyrie Irving is expected to miss one to two weeks with a bulging disc in his back, and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said a timeline for his return was not immediately known.

7 Jan 2025 00:31:55

Mario Canseco: Trudeau’s departure sets the stage for Conservative dominance
Business in Vancouver

Mario Canseco: Trudeau’s departure sets the stage for Conservative dominance

Research Co. polling shows the Conservatives leading with 47% support, leaving Liberals and NDP trailing far behind

7 Jan 2025 00:30:00

Victoria Times-Colonist

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck seek judge's approval of divorce settlement

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have settled their divorce and are asking a judge to finalize their breakup.

7 Jan 2025 00:21:24

Victoria Times-Colonist

Labour board reverses ruling on ferry service for B.C. communities dependent on them

VANCOUVER — A resident of Glade, B.C., says the small community is "on a knife's edge" despite a temporary reprieve from disruptions in the cable ferry service serving as its only link to "basic nec ...
More ...VANCOUVER — A resident of Glade, B.C., says the small community is "on a knife's edge" despite a temporary reprieve from disruptions in the cable ferry service serving as its only link to "basic necessities of life.

7 Jan 2025 00:21:12

Prince George Citizen

Trump's sentencing still on for Friday after judge rebuffs his push for a delay while he appeals

NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump remains on track to be sentenced this week in his hush money case after a judge on Monday denied his request to halt proceedings while he appeals a rulin ...
More ...NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump remains on track to be sentenced this week in his hush money case after a judge on Monday denied his request to halt proceedings while he appeals a ruling that upheld the historic verdict .

7 Jan 2025 00:19:56

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