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Mayors from Squamish and 100 Mile House in British Columbia urge the preservation of the railway connecting the South Coast to the Interior. CN Rail handles maintenance on the line from Squamish to Exeter, northwest of 100 Mile House. In July 2025, the company notified regulators of its plan to end operations on this segment. 100 Mile House Builds Business Case for Rail Future 100 Mile House Mayor Maureen Pinkney leads efforts with nearby municipalities to develop a strong business case for the line. The town has engaged a consultant to explore viable options. “Rail is safer, it’s more efficient,…

Donnie Wahlberg shares possibilities for his wife Jenny McCarthy and brother Mark Wahlberg appearing in future episodes of his Blue Bloods spinoff, Boston Blue. Discussions on Jenny McCarthy’s Role Wahlberg, 56, confirms that he and McCarthy have explored cameo ideas. “Jenny and I have discussed it. We’ve all discussed what she could possibly do on the show,” he states. McCarthy, 53, was once offered a role on Blue Bloods early in their relationship, but they opted out to avoid distracting viewers. Future plans remain open. Wahlberg mentions considering McCarthy as his son Sean’s nurse, who might catch Danny Reagan’s attention.…

Israel has declared a state of emergency and launched a preemptive strike on sites in Iran linked to potential attacks. Sirens echo through cities including Tel Aviv, prompting the Home Front Command to instruct residents to remain near bomb shelters.Airspace Shutdown and Flight DisruptionsAuthorities have shuttered Israel’s airspace, halting all civilian flights. Travelers stranded overseas receive advisories to monitor updates from their airlines closely.Joint Operation SuspectedSecurity officials suggest the operation involves coordination with the United States, heightening regional tensions across the Middle East.Defensive Measures ConfirmedDefence Minister Israel Katz characterized the strikes as a necessary defensive response to neutralize immediate threats.…

Xiaomi introduces the Leica Leitzphone, an ultra-premium smartphone boasting identical hardware to the global Xiaomi 17 Ultra model. This device positions itself as a strong contender against top flagships such as the X300 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Ultra, currently available for $1,299 on Amazon. Impressive Display and Performance The Leica Leitzphone features a expansive 6.9-inch AMOLED display with adaptive refresh rates from 1 to 120 Hz. Powering the device is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with a robust 6,000 mAh battery for extended usage. Advanced Camera System Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the quad-camera setup, including a 50…

At least 20 people died and more than 30 others suffered injuries after a Bolivian Air Force C-130 Hercules transport plane crashed near El Alto International Airport in El Alto, Bolivia.Crash DetailsThe aircraft departed from Santa Cruz loaded with newly printed banknotes. During its landing attempt amid poor weather conditions, the plane lost control, veered off the runway, and slammed into vehicles on a nearby busy highway. Local authorities confirm the incident damaged multiple cars and scattered cash across the scene.01Chaotic AftermathCrowds quickly gathered to snatch the scattered bills, creating further disorder until police forces dispersed them and secured the…

Key developments across Chandigarh and surrounding regions highlight ongoing protests, a major murder breakthrough, and sharp political exchanges today. Samana Protests Escalate Over Sacrilege Law Protests in Samana, Punjab, intensify as the Dharam Yuddh Morcha demands stricter sacrilege legislation. Demonstrators block key roads and free multiple toll plazas statewide to press their case. The agitation centers on activist Gurjeet Singh Khalsa’s prolonged sit-in atop a 400-foot BSNL tower, ongoing since October 2024. Authorities diverted traffic on affected routes after clashes on February 24, during which police detained nearly 200 protesters, including farmer leaders. Organizers vow to maintain the Samana blockade…

Measles cases continue to rise across the United States, highlighting the virus’s capacity for severe, long-term neurological harm. A study in the New England Journal of Medicine outlines the fatal case of a 7-year-old boy who died from subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE), a rare and deadly complication triggered years after initial infection.Tragic Case DetailsThe boy contracted measles at 7 months old during time spent in Afghanistan, where the virus persists as endemic. Several years passed before seizures and cognitive decline emerged. He soon lost speech abilities. MRI scans revealed extensive brain destruction, while spinal fluid tests detected high measles antibody…

In K League 1 action on February 28, Incheon United hosted FC Seoul at Incheon Football Stadium.FC Seoul forward Jo Young-wook struck a crucial additional goal in the second half, erupting in celebration afterward.

One of three men charged in connection with extortion-related shootings in Surrey, B.C., remains at large after evading authorities. Jagdeep Singh, 24, faces charges alongside two others for two separate incidents at a home in the 17000-block of 32 Avenue last November.Charges and Incident DetailsJagdeep Singh, Avtar Singh, 22, and Sandeep Singh, 28—all foreign nationals—each face one count of unlawfully discharging a firearm and one count of extortion. The shootings occurred within a five-day period, with no injuries reported. Police blocked off the intersection at 168 Street and 32 Avenue following the second incident on November 12, 2025.Avtar Singh and…

A Bolivian Air Force cargo plane transporting newly printed currency crashed Friday near La Paz at El Alto airport, veering off the runway into a nearby field. The incident damaged around 15 vehicles on a nearby highway, scattered bills across the ground, and resulted in at least 15 deaths with additional injuries.Incident DetailsDefense Minister Marcelo Salinas confirmed the Hercules C-130 aircraft had just landed when it veered off course. Firefighters quickly extinguished the flames engulfing the plane. The flight originated from Santa Cruz in eastern Bolivia, bound for La Paz.Bolivian Air Force Gen. Sergio Lora reported that two of the…