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Bank of Canada holds interest rate steady
56+ min ago (323+ words) The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate steady for the sixth consecutive time today as it expects the economy to rebound after a rough start to the year. The central bank’s policy rate remains at 2.25 per cent after…...
Kelowna’s proposed split from regional economic development commission ‘not over yet’
3+ hour, 49+ min ago (560+ words) That’s how Kelowna city councillor and RDCO board chair Loyal Wooldridge describes a bitter pending divorce between the city and the RDCO’s economic development function. Kelowna city council narrowly voted Monday to begin the process of leaving the Central Okanagan…...
Court battle involving Alberta separatist leader who had assets frozen set to resume
2+ hour, 2+ min ago (131+ words) A court case involving a prominent Alberta separatist who had his assets frozen is set to move forward today. Last week, Justice Michael Marion in Calgary granted an interim injunction freezing up to $8.5 million in assets held by Jeffrey Rath....
Alec Baldwin slammed for 'insane' tribute to Sam Neill
1+ hour, 11+ min ago (63+ words) Castanet Alec Baldwin slammed for 'insane' tribute to Sam Neill Baldwin slammed for tribute Alec Baldwin has been slammed for his “insane” tribute to Sam Neill after sharing a video online. Daily Dose- July 15, 2026 Rihanna returns to stage with Jay-Z…...
Tom Holland believes The Odyssey is Christopher Nolan's 'most human' movie
1+ hour, 20+ min ago (69+ words) Castanet Tom Holland believes The Odyssey is Christopher Nolan's 'most human' movie Nolan's 'most human' film Tom Holland has described The Odyssey as the "most human" film directed by Christopher Nolan. Daily Dose- July 15, 2026 Rihanna returns to stage with Jay-Z…...
Victoria Beckham and Timothee Chalamet 'starstruck' after meeting Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders
1+ hour, 21+ min ago (71+ words) Castanet Victoria Beckham and Timothee Chalamet 'starstruck' after meeting Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Victoria Beckham and Timothee Chalamet have both been left starstruck after meeting the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders. Daily Dose- July 15, 2026 Rihanna returns to stage with Jay-Z Justin Baldoni wants…...
New York won't build big data centers for a year as it weighs energy and climate risks
13+ hour, 12+ min ago (553+ words) No large data centers can be built in New York for up to a year as the state creates rules to protect the environment and its energy grid from the power-hungry facilities fueling artificial intelligence. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an…...
Kelowna resident speaks out after trees removed to make way for Rutland Recreation Park upgrades
3+ hour, 49+ min ago (521+ words) Work is underway on upgrades to Rutland Recreation Park, but not everyone is happy about it. As part of the project to install an artificial turf field, several large old trees have been removed, upsetting people who live nearby. Meera…...
COSAR aids in rescue after two people were thrown off horses along June Springs Road
3+ hour, 49+ min ago (95+ words) Central Okanagan Search and Rescue were called to assist in a rescue Tuesday morning after two horseback riders were thrown off their horses. COSAR says the incident happened at 11 a.m. along the multi-use trails off June Spring Road. The horses bucked…...
SkyHawks won't perform at Penticton Peach Festival this year
3+ hour, 49+ min ago (184+ words) The Canadian Forces SkyHawks parachute jump team won't be gracing the skies over Penticton this summer, after becoming a usual attraction for the annual Peach Festival. The Skyhawks generally jump into Okanagan Lake Park on Peach Fest’s opening day, joining…...