GENEVA (AP) — Pushing back on U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments, Iran’s national soccer team says “no one can exclude” it from playing in the men’s World Cup in the United States. Instead, a post on the team’s official Instagram account Thursday suggested maybe the U.S. team should be excluded after Trump indicated that the…
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Carney’s $35B Arctic military base upgrade plan will please Trump: expert
Carney also said four northern projects, including the Arctic Economic and Security Corridor, are being referred to the Major Projects Office for expedited review and approval.
Rotary launches fundraiser to support invasive mussel detection research
Local members of Rotary International have launched a community-wide fundraising campaign to support new technology aimed at protecting Okanagan lakes from invasive mussels.Rotary is working with the Okanagan Basin Water Board and the University of British Columbia Okanagan to raise $100,000 to …
Reynolds, Staggs link up
Adam Reynolds grubbers for Kotoni Staggs and the powerful centre scores.
Truck partially tips over on Seaton Road, causing traffic delays
A large commercial truck has partially tipped onto its side along Seaton Road, just east of Glenmore Road near Highway 97 in Lake Country.The trailer of the truck appears to have overturned, leaving the vehicle leaning into the roadway and blocking traffic in the area.RCMP are currently on s…
Local roundup: Blades trail series; Flames out at OFSAA; Schives in OUA final
The Blenheim Blades trail the Lakeshore Canadiens 2-1 in their PJHL Stobbs Division semifinal going into Game 4 Thursday in Blenheim.
Senior Iranian official loses attempt to ban public from deportation hearing
Abbas Omidi is one of 28 ‘senior officials’ of Iran’s regime immigration officers have found in Canada.
Letters: Senate spending a symptom of a larger problem
Are lodging houses acceptable as infill? Vote in our daily poll! With the recent publication of senators spending on frivolous items, liquor and mini putt, how can anyone be surprised when you install a personal buddy with a pat on the back and a wink, give them an exorbitant amount of money with multiple perks […]
Gananoque sergeant nominated for provincial community role model award
A veteran officer with the Gananoque Police Service has been nominated for a provincial honour recognizing outstanding commitment to community service. Sgt. Lynsay Dickson has been nominated for the 2026 Police Association of Ontario Community Role Model Award, presented annually by the Police Association of Ontario to officers who demonstrate exceptional dedication to public service […]
Oil Prices Soar 29% as Iran Conflict Threatens Middle East Supply – Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
Oil Prices Soar 29% as Iran Conflict Threatens Middle East Supply Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comOil soars past $100 a barrel as Iran war rages Al JazeeraElevated energy prices in store as Middle East conflict intensifies The Globe and MailCrude oil prices surpass US$100 a barrel as Iran war impedes production, shipping CTV NewsCNBC Daily Open: Oil surges past $100 per barrel as Iran war rages CNBC