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B.C. shatters August energy demand record amid sizzling heatwave

B.C. shatters August energy demand record amid sizzling heatwave

B.C.'s hot spot at noon Aug. 15 was Lytton at 36.7C.
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Two cooling centres open on Sunshine Coast to combat the heat wave

Two cooling centres open on Sunshine Coast to combat the heat wave

As temperatures reach between 29C and 34C, air-conditioned spaces are opening their doors
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Netflix launches gaming test for televisions and computers in Canada

Netflix launches gaming test for televisions and computers in Canada

TORONTO — Netflix says it has begun an experiment allowing some Canadians to play its games on their televisions and computers.
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'It’s extremely dangerous for children': B.C. doctor's message to parents during heatwave

'It’s extremely dangerous for children': B.C. doctor's message to parents during heatwave

The danger of window falls: Expert urges parents to stay alert
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Higher taxes to address social, climate issues remain a tough sell: poll

Higher taxes to address social, climate issues remain a tough sell: poll

British Columbians are ahead of the national average on their willingness to pay higher taxes to address floods and for transit improvements
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Documents shed light on why B.C. wouldn’t back 2030 Olympics bid

Documents shed light on why B.C. wouldn’t back 2030 Olympics bid

Records released under freedom of information law show the province was considering other near-term international sporting events already scheduled to come to B.C.
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How weather has shaped human history

How weather has shaped human history

Weather has influenced significant events thorughout human history, whether forced migration or the course of a war.
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Connections converge at Roberts Creek mandala

Connections converge at Roberts Creek mandala

‘It’s like a temple for the community’
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Updated: Man found dead on Whistler mountain bike trail identified as longtime local

Updated: Man found dead on Whistler mountain bike trail identified as longtime local

Police say the mountain biker found on Thursday, Aug. 10 'appears to have died from a tragic accident'
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Ugliest lawn contest: B.C. cities reward residents for embracing brown grass

Ugliest lawn contest: B.C. cities reward residents for embracing brown grass

B.C. cities offer prizes in innovative bid to encourage water conservation
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