Black-footed ferrets close to facing extinction, while scientists work to save their species.
Extreme habitat loss and spread of the sylvatic plague threatens both ferrets and prairie dogs.
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Wemby is redefining basketball
The San Antonio Spurs star is a 7’5” big man who has the handles of a guard, the shooting of a forward, and elite rim protection at 21 years old
Trump’s ego on full display on his $1 coin
Trump is back at it with more norm breaking offenses.
The Nikolov brothers have resurrected Bulgaria’s volleyball scene
Formerly a basement team, the family duo has rejuvenated Bulgaria into a highlight machine.
Trump administration bombing campaign against alleged Venezuelan drug operations sinks multiple alleged drug boats
Concerns are raised in Venezuela as 83 people are dead, and 21 boats have been sunk.
Bad Bunny’s upcoming Super Bowl halftime show: controversy vs. culture
The NFL embraces Puerto Rican superstar, in which he will be the first solo Latin artist to perform in a Superbowl.
E-scooters not welcome on Burnaby streets
E-scooters surge in popularity, causing a ruckus in city streets leaving the B.C. government and city of Burnaby to create certain rules and regulations.
After 8 months of the tariffs Canadian companies have had to make some changes
Tariffs have hit hard for the small businesses of Canada
Leading Ladies Little Big Band: helping change jazz through representation
Women aren’t commonly seen in a jazz setting, but through outreach programs that challenge the traditional gender roles, jazz is becoming a more inclusive genre.
NFL rookie superstar Emeka Egbuka exceeds all expectations
The 19th pick has been a clutch receiver for Tampa Bay.
Risk or reward? NHL teams consider re-signing players acquitted of sexual assault
Not guilty but not innocent. Five players wonder if they will ever lace up their skates in the NHL again
Vietnamese families confront renewed fear under Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown
For many Vietnamese American families, these political decisions are more than distant debates, they are lived realities that affect their safety, livelihood, and sense of home.
The Louvre shuts down amid understaffing and exhaustion
The staff are speaking through their actions, demanding fair conditions, dignity and real change.
Getting that first job: why it’s so tough for Canadian teens today
With fewer entry-level jobs, more competition, and employers wanting experience, many teens are feeling stuck.
Summer is on its way, but Burnaby’s high school students are already thinking about the fall
Students tell 8forty how they feel about next year’s longer school day
The Union versus Canada Post: still at the bargaining table
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) remains dedicated to their demands, but Canada Post isn’t budging, which could ultimately lead to another strike in less than a year.
Airline crashes seconds after takeoff, killing over 270 people
A Boeing 787-8 crashed into a residential building shortly after departing Ahmedabad, in what has become one of India’s deadliest aviation disasters.
Virtual Reality has the potential to treat many mental illness problems, and yet it may not live up to its hype
VR is a complicated topic, but some people are going out of their way to innovate and help adapt it to the demanding world of healthcare.
Bookstores strive to keep their doors open
Held together by loyal readers, how bookstores survive in the Amazon era.
Canada’s new Prime Minister is mandated to address economic uncertainty
From an ex-banker to a former Prime Minister Carney, has many Canadians hopeful for the future of their country.
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