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crime-and-courts3 days ago•14 min saved

FBI arrests Bellingham woman accused of aiding Tumbler Ridge shooter

James Cody Bryant, a 30-year-old resident of Bellingham, Washington, was arrested by the FBI on October 6, 2026, and charged with conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country. Prosecutors allege Bryant helped Jesse Van Rootselaar plan the February 2026 mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, which killed eight people. Evidence suggests Bryant provided financial support, technical advice, and agreed to livestream the attack, though she also attempted to dissuade the shooter from carrying it out. The case highlights the role of online platforms in facilitating violence, with Discord and OpenAI facing scrutiny for their handling of the suspects' communications.

via Cascadia Daily|

#british-columbia #crime-and-courts #discord

science10 days ago•44 min saved

Canada's 'Sea of Glass': Ancient Deep-Sea Reefs Survive in British Columbia

Scientists have discovered living glass sponge reefs off the coast of British Columbia, Canada, overturning the belief that these silica-based ecosystems vanished 40 million years ago. These deep-sea structures, some reaching 80 feet in height, are now protected but face threats from fishing and climate change.

via Yahoo Creators|

#british-columbia #deep-sea-ecology #glass-sponge-reefs

news10 days ago

Elders killed in vehicle crash during Tsawwassen Truth and Reconciliation walk

Two elders from the Tsawwassen First Nation were killed and two others injured when a vehicle struck pedestrians outside Tsawwassen Mills Mall in British Columbia on September 30, 2026. The collision occurred during a community walk marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Delta Police stated the incident was likely caused by a driver experiencing a medical emergency and is unrelated to the holiday's themes.

via BBC|

#british-columbia #canada #delta-police

legal18 days ago•8 min saved

British Columbia sues OpenAI for Tumbler Ridge school reconstruction costs

British Columbia has filed a federal lawsuit in California against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, demanding the company pay for the reconstruction of Tumbler Ridge Secondary School and other emergency response costs following the February 2026 mass shooting. The province alleges OpenAI failed to report the shooter, Jesse Van Rootselaar, to law enforcement after its safety team identified credible violent threats in June 2025. The complaint seeks injunctive relief to force OpenAI to release the shooter’s chat logs to the public and to modify ChatGPT’s safety protocols to automatically terminate violent conversations. While OpenAI has apologized and promised safety improvements, British Columbia argues these measures were insufficient and that the company prioritized its potential IPO over public safety. The lawsuit follows earlier actions by victim families and highlights the financial burden of the tragedy on the small mining community, which lacks redundant facilities for recovery.

via Ars Technica|

#british-columbia #chatgpt #legal

science1 month ago•54 min saved

Forest Island Emerges on BC Reservoir, Then Vanishes

A massive, tree-covered floating island roughly the size of two NFL fields appeared on British Columbia's Williston Reservoir in late July and vanished weeks later; satellite imagery confirmed its existence west of Finlay Bay about 100 km from the W.A.C. Bennett Dam. Officials believe driftwood and shoreline vegetation accumulated over years, possibly freed by high water levels, and boaters are warned to beware submerged trees as the island disappeared.

via Yahoo|

#bc-hydro #british-columbia #floating-island

health-and-families1 month ago•15 min saved

Ageing tops cancer risk: a call to rethink cancer care for older adults

Ageing is identified as the leading, unavoidable risk factor for cancer, prompting a rethink of cancer care for older adults. The Conversation piece argues that all older patients should receive geriatric assessments before treatment, notes Canada’s shortage of specialised geriatric oncology clinics (with British Columbia scarcely served), and cites cost savings from such clinics. Barriers include a high demand for geriatricians, inertia within oncology care models, and ageism. The authors advocate targeted, patient‑centred care models (including nurse-led approaches) to improve quality of life and public health costs as Canada’s population ages.

via The Independent|

#ageing #british-columbia #canada

science1 month ago•0 min saved

Relocating Island Mystery: BC Reservoir's Floating Enigma Moves Miles Apart

A floating 'island' in a British Columbia reservoir vanished in July and later reappeared about 20 miles (32 km) away, prompting initial skepticism of a hoax; BBC Verify used satellite imagery to track its journey and investigate why it traveled such a distance.

via BBC|

#british-columbia #floating-island #hoax-investigation

environment1 month ago•53 min saved

BC's Wandering Island: Appears, Vanishes, Reappears

Officials say a forested floating island in Williston Reservoir, BC—roughly 9,800 square metres—was first spotted in early August and confirmed by a July satellite image. It then vanished in a later image, but has since been found again near shore about 30 km from its original location. BC Hydro isn’t sure of its origins, but driftwood and rising water levels this summer are strong theories. The island is not stable, and authorities warn people to stay off it.

via Yahoo|

#british-columbia #canada #environment

environment1 month ago•4 min saved

BC’s floating island reappears after drifting across Williston Reservoir

A forested floating island in Williston Reservoir, British Columbia, first appeared in August and measured about 9,800 square metres, then vanished from satellite images a few weeks later before reappearing near shore roughly 30 km away. Officials say it likely formed over years from driftwood and vegetation as water levels rose, and BC Hydro warns the unstable mass should not be approached.

via BBC|

#british-columbia #driftwood #environment

science1 month ago•4 min saved

Floating island in BC reservoir appears briefly before vanishing

A tree-covered floating island briefly surfaced in British Columbia’s Williston Reservoir, estimated at about 105,000 square feet, and was confirmed by satellite imagery dated July 21 before disappearing by August 5. Officials say driftwood and vegetation growing on debris likely created the landmass amid unusually high water levels, and BC Hydro is monitoring the reservoir for any further appearances or impact.

via New York Post|

#british-columbia #driftwood #floating-island

science1 month ago•11 min saved

Trail-Cam Wolf Solves Submerged Crab Trap, Expanding Canid Foraging Skills

A female wolf in British Columbia was captured on trail cameras swimming to a buoy, dragging a fully submerged crab trap ashore and opening the bait cup to reach food—the three-minute clip, noted as unprecedented for wild canids, has sparked debate among experts about whether it constitutes tool use or a complex problem-solving event. The observation highlights wolves’ reliance on marine resources and may influence how researchers monitor coastal foraging, including camera placement and expectations for repeat behavior.

via Space Daily|

#british-columbia #ecology #marine-foraging

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Okanagan wildfire evacuees confront the possibility their homes are gone

British Columbia's Bald Range Fire in the Okanagan forced thousands to evacuate as the out-of-control blaze spread; officials are still tallying home losses and a death has been reported, while drought and hotter, drier conditions are cited as contributing factors. The incident follows the Bradley Creek fire that has destroyed more than 200 homes, and the province has declared a state of emergency.

via BBC|

#british-columbia #climate-change #evacuations

extreme-weather2 months ago•19 min saved

Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Blankets the U.S. Again

Smoke from weekend wildfires in British Columbia drifted into the United States, producing hazy skies from the Northwest toward the Midwest and Northeast. BC reported 11 new fires and a state of emergency near Summerland, with the Bald Range Fire burning over 33,000 acres; forecasters warn the haze may intensify and linger into Thursday as air quality remains poor in parts of the West.

via The Washington Post|

#british-columbia #extreme-weather #smoke

world2 months ago•2 min saved

BC Wildfires Trigger State of Emergency as 20,000 Flee Okanagan Region

A rapid spread of wildfires across British Columbia forced more than 20,000 residents in the Okanagan region to evacuate as the province declared a state of emergency; officials warned that conditions were explosive, dozens of homes were lost or at risk, and search-and-rescue teams helped evacuate people while dozens of fires burned, including the Bald Range blaze near Summerland. A possible wildfire death was under investigation, and highways were closed as authorities warned of further evacuations and disruption.

via NBC News|

#british-columbia #evacuations #okanagan-lake

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Canada Mobilizes Federal Aid as BC Battles Rapidly Spreading Wildfires

The Canadian federal government approved urgent assistance to British Columbia as 102 wildfires roared across the province, forcing about 22,000 people to evacuate and prompting emergency declarations as whole communities like Summerland were evacuated. Firefighting efforts were hampered by smoke and the fires’ extreme speed, with experts linking the fires to unusually hot, dry conditions and climate change. Officials warn the fire season could extend into autumn, and residents are urged to be prepared for further evacuations.

via The Guardian|

#british-columbia #climate-change #emergency-management