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UBC researchers develop new shock absorption system for highrises to withstand big earthquakes
A team of researchers at University of British Columbia has developed a new design for highrises that could help tall buildings withstand major earthquakes, while keeping people safe inside.

CFIA says B.C. ostrich cull will go ahead despite regional district refusing to accept the carcasses
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) says it is going ahead with a cull of nearly 400 ostriches living in southeastern B.C. over fears of avian flu.

22-year-old woman dies in slacklining accident near Squamish, say B.C. RCMP
A 22-year-old woman has died after falling from a slackline at a popular climbing area near Squamish, according to B.C. RCMP.

Family-run vintage shop owner frustrated by thefts amid reported rise in retail crime in B.C.
Tricia Hill, owner of Stoxx Vintage, says theft has become a growing burden for her family-run business. Police confirm shoplifting is on the rise in Burnaby and Vancouver, prompting enforcement efforts and initiatives to address root causes.
Sikh man killed in Ontario shooting had faced repeated threats, children say, echoing concerns from B.C.
Scientists gobsmacked by never-seen footage of earth rupturing during Myanmar quake
Vancouver bar owner convicted of sexual assault fails to get liquor licence back
2 killed, others injured after Mexican navy ship sails into Brooklyn Bridge
Woman whose empty boat washed ashore near Nanaimo may not be aware she's considered missing: RCMP
MEC back under Canadian ownership after 5 years of U.S. management
Vancouver Island University students make world's largest Nanaimo bar
Rare whale washes up on Vancouver Island, in possible 1st sighting of species in B.C.
Canadians recall blast, fine ash from 1980 volcanic eruption at Mount St. Helens
Artist Donna Seto takes readers on a tour of Vancouver's Chinatown in new illustrated book
Kamloops, B.C., exploring city-owned and operated medical clinic
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