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March megastorm may bring blizzards, tornadoes, flooding and even fires across much of US

March megastorm may bring blizzards, tornadoes, flooding and even fires across much of US

More than 100 million people in the U.S. will be in the path of an intense March storm starting Friday as the sprawling multi-day system threatens fires, blizzards, tornadoes , and flooding as it tracks eastward across the Great Plains.
London judge to rule on whether mining company is liable in Brazil's worst environmental disaster

London judge to rule on whether mining company is liable in Brazil's worst environmental disaster

LONDON (AP) — A lawyer argued Thursday that global mining giant BHP Group should be held liable for Brazil’s worst environmental disaster 10 years ago when a dam collapse poured tons of toxic mining waste into a major waterway that killed 19 people a
What causes tornadoes and how to decipher watches and warnings

What causes tornadoes and how to decipher watches and warnings

When severe weather hits the United States, there are ways people across the country can prepare for the potential impact of hail, rain, damaging wind and more.

Peru passes law critics claim will hamper the ability of NGOs to defend human rights

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Peru’s Congress has approved a controversial reform to the country’s international cooperation law which imposes sweeping restrictions on civil society organizations in a move human rights groups warn could cripple efforts to
Ottawa to provide $156.8 million for eight BC Hydro projects

Ottawa to provide $156.8 million for eight BC Hydro projects

VANCOUVER — The federal government is providing nearly $157 million for eight electrical infrastructure projects across British Columbia.
EU announces a $5 billion investment in South Africa as the tariffs war with Trump escalates

EU announces a $5 billion investment in South Africa as the tariffs war with Trump escalates

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — European Union leaders announced 4.7 billion euros ($5.
Environment Canada issues snowfall warnings for B.C. mountain passes

Environment Canada issues snowfall warnings for B.C. mountain passes

Amounts up to 15 centimetres are expected for the region.
Mountain biking groups 'stretched thin' with trail work as popularity grows

Mountain biking groups 'stretched thin' with trail work as popularity grows

VANCOUVER — The outdoors were a refuge for many during the pandemic as people hit their local trail networks to mountain bike, hike, run and walk, but advocates in British Columbia say the value of trails isn't reflected in the level of support they
The arrested captain of a cargo vessel involved in North Sea collision is Russian, ship's owner says

The arrested captain of a cargo vessel involved in North Sea collision is Russian, ship's owner says

LONDON (AP) — The captain of a cargo ship that collided with a U.S. tanker is a Russian national who remains in U.K. police custody, the vessel’s owner said Wednesday, as it emerged that the ship failed several safety checks last year.
North Carolina's new governor seeks more Helene aid, help for families in legislative address

North Carolina's new governor seeks more Helene aid, help for families in legislative address

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — New North Carolina Democratic Gov.