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New West police investigating after woman in hijab allegedly spat on

New West police investigating after woman in hijab allegedly spat on

Police are looking into the incident being a possible hate-related offence.
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Police investigating suspected arson at Burnaby highrise apartment

Police investigating suspected arson at Burnaby highrise apartment

Firefighters battled 'heavy fire and black smoke' in the lobby of a 24-storey apartment building at 4353 Halifax St. in Burnaby early Wednesday morning.
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July ends 13-month streak of global heat records as El Nino ebbs, but experts warn against relief

July ends 13-month streak of global heat records as El Nino ebbs, but experts warn against relief

During July, the world was 1.48 degrees Celsius warmer than pre-industrial times.
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All eyes to be skyward for final flight of Martin Mars water bomber

All eyes to be skyward for final flight of Martin Mars water bomber

The Hawaii Martin Mars is set to take off from Port Alberni’s Sproat Lake on Sunday for its flight to the B.C. Aviation Museum in North Saanich
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Defence minister promises to 'unlock' DND lands for housing

Defence minister promises to 'unlock' DND lands for housing

National Defence Minister Bill Blair was at CFB Esquimalt on Wednesday to announce a $165-million, 480-room residential facility, but says that’s just the beginning.
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Canadians split on FIFA’s Olympics penalty for soccer drone spying, new poll says

Canadians split on FIFA’s Olympics penalty for soccer drone spying, new poll says

Nearly three-quarters of Canadians have tuned into the Paris Games, which will wrap up Sunday.
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Yes, Burnaby can eat all the DQ Blizzards it wants Thursday — and feel good about it

Yes, Burnaby can eat all the DQ Blizzards it wants Thursday — and feel good about it

Miracle Treat Day proceeds are earmarked for the BC Children's Hospital Foundation, and there are six locations in Burnaby to visit.
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Opinion: How parents can promote positive sibling relationships

Opinion: How parents can promote positive sibling relationships

Strong, positive and supporting relationships between siblings can support people's well-being throughout their lifetimes, and parenting approaches matter.
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This Burnaby London Drugs will move to a nearby plaza next year

This Burnaby London Drugs will move to a nearby plaza next year

The new location will 'strengthen' the company's ability to provide wellness supports, says president and COO.
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Burnaby's Josipa Kafadar loses out on Paris 2024 taekwondo medal contention

Burnaby's Josipa Kafadar loses out on Paris 2024 taekwondo medal contention

Kafadar, an Alpha Secondary grad, was knocked out of the Round of 16 by an eventual bronze medallist.
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