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Police found explosive devices at site of Saanich, B.C., bank shootout, three officers remain in hospital

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Police have confirmed they found explosive devices in a vehicle at the scene of an attempted bank robbery that turned into a deadly shootout this week in Saanich, a quiet community on southern Vancouver Island. Meanwhile, authorities said three of the six officers injured during the incident remain in hospital — including one who is … Read more

‘This has been the thrill of my life’: B.C. Premier John Horgan won’t run in next election

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VANCOUVER—British Columbia Premier John Horgan has announced he’s not seeking another term as premier next election. Horgan made the announcement Tuesday afternoon, but did not give a set date for when he will leave the job, saying he will be the premier “tomorrow” and the “day after tomorrow.” “I’m not able to make another six-year … Read more

Duke of York ‘banned from public parts of Garter Day service’

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T he disgraced Duke of York has reportedly been banned from appearing in public at the Garter Day service in Windsor amid a claim he had been keen for a return to royal duties. Andrew, who missed the Platinum Jubilee celebrations after testing positive for Covid, will only be allowed at private parts of Monday’s … Read more