A young boy from Okanagan is making a splash in the world of fundraising. Jack McNeil, a 10-year-old from Salmon Arm, has been on a mission to raise $10, 000 for cancer research. He has already completed a 2. 5km swim and a run from Salmon Arm to Enderby. This journey started with a simple goal of r
Schools are using AI to monitor students' online activities on school-issued devices. This is done to keep students safe, but it raises serious questions about privacy and security. Students use these devices for more than just schoolwork; they also cope with personal struggles like depression, hear
In the world of healthcare, leadership roles are often dominated by men. But Shelly Buck, the president of Riddle Hospital, has shattered that stereotype. She didn't start at the top, though. Buck began her career as a nurse, a role that has shaped her perspective and approach to leadership.
Sleep is a time when the brain is active and busy. Scientists have been studying how brains work during sleep. They have found that brains of boys and girls might work differently. But, there are many questions left unanswered. Researchers have been looking at brain activity during sleep. They are t
Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) face a constant battle against contaminants of emerging concern (CECs). These are chemicals that we use every day in things like medicine, cosmetics, and household products. They end up in our wastewater. They can be tricky to spot, especially the highly polar a
Shannon Beveridge is a well-known figure in the queer media world. She has made a name for herself by blending personal storytelling with advocacy. Her YouTube channel, "nowthisisliving, " first gained traction through candid discussions on LGBTQ+ issues. She won the Best LGBTQ+ YouTube Channel awar
The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, was arrested on Tuesday. The charges? Crimes against humanity. This arrest was made possible by a warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC is an independent group based in The Hague. They look into and try people accused o
Louisiana's plan to use nitrogen gas for an execution has been put on hold. A federal judge has stepped in, halting the state's first attempt to use this method. The execution, scheduled for next week, would have been the first in Louisiana in 15 years. The state's Attorney General has announced an
Westfield is about to get a brand new sunless tanning salon. The salon is called goGLOW. It will be opening its doors on March 20th. The salon will be located at 500 Central Ave. The owners of the salon are a married couple, Kyle Healy and Mary Claire Choplin. They are both from Westfield. The
First, let's talk about the big picture. Vaccination is a key tool in public health. It helps protect people from dangerous diseases. But, getting vaccines to everyone can be a challenge. This is especially true in places where there aren't enough healthcare workers or clinics. That's where communit
