The final trial for those charged in a bizarre plot to kidnap Michigan’s governor begins this week (Aug. 21) (AP video: Mike Householder)
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Here’s the latest for Monday August 21st: Tropical Storm Hilary drenches California; Two European countries sending F-16s to Ukraine; Canadian wildfires force evacuations; Fast-moving wildfire in Washington state.
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0821 Today in History
Fans react to Spain triumph at Women’s World Cup Final
Spain won its first Women’s World Cup title less than a year after a player rebellion, holding off England 1-0 on Sunday after Olga Carmona’s first-half goal. (August 20)
The Russian space agency says its Luna-25 spacecraft has crashed into the moon
The Russian space agency says its Luna-25 spacecraft has crashed into the moon after it had spun into uncontrolled orbit.
Italian fisherman battle predator crabs
Italian fisherman battle predator crabs
Warming world sparks Sweden’s wine revolution
Sweden’s wine industry is flourishing, driven by warming temperatures due to climate change and new varieties of grapes suited to this region. As drought, heatwaves and other extreme weather events hurt traditional wine growing regions, Sweden sees som…
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Here’s the latest for Saturday, August 19th: California braces for Hurricane Hilary; Wind-driven wildfire in eastern Washington; Thousands gather in Niger to volunteer for junta; Egyptian activist freed.
0820 Today in History
0820 Today in History
West Kelowna officials warn of a difficult night as wildfires grow
Jason Brolund, chief of the West Kelowna fire department, said on Friday that residents will face a difficult night as wildfires burn close to the city. (Aug. 19)