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Letter: U.N. decision ‘irresponsible’

Letter: U.N. decision ‘irresponsible’

Dear Editor, The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is arguably the most important U.N. body currently assembled. The UNHRC’s mission is to promote, uphold and protect human rights globally.
Richmond's 'most vulnerable' can access daily meals

Richmond's 'most vulnerable' can access daily meals

Meals for vulnerable Richmond residents have been expanded with two churches taking the lead during the pandemic – St. Alban’s and Church on Five.
WorkSafeBC announces safety guidelines for business reopening this week

WorkSafeBC announces safety guidelines for business reopening this week

WorkSafeBC has announced industry-specific resources and guidelines for businesses re-opening during phase two of B.C.’s Restart Plan.
Richmond RCMP investigating single-vehicle collision that sent one man to hospital

Richmond RCMP investigating single-vehicle collision that sent one man to hospital

Richmond RCMP is investigating a crash that sent one person to hospital with serious injuries. Mounties said in a statement that speed is being considered as a factor in the single-vehicle collision, which occurred shortly before 10 p.m.
B.C. premier condemns rise of anti-Asian racism in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

B.C. premier condemns rise of anti-Asian racism in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

There have been a number of anti-Asian racist incidents across the Lower Mainland in recent months, including in Richmond
Coquitlam teen actor Logan Williams – young Flash in the TV series – died of a fentanyl overdose

Coquitlam teen actor Logan Williams – young Flash in the TV series – died of a fentanyl overdose

Williams mother revealed the cause of death in an interview with the New York Post
Ex-driver for 'underground ride-hailer urges government action

Ex-driver for 'underground ride-hailer urges government action

Since the Richmond News published a story about a driver who was denied pay from the ride-sharing service she worked for, five other drivers have come forward with similar stories regarding the same company.
Cats can be infected with virus that causes COVID-19: study

Cats can be infected with virus that causes COVID-19: study

A new study finds that cats can become infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and may be able to pass it to other cats.
Richmond weather: Mix of sun and rain for the week

Richmond weather: Mix of sun and rain for the week

Richmond residents can expect sunshine to make an appearance for the last stretch of their long weekend, with showers to appear throughout the week.
Saanich woman recounts near-death COVID ordeal

Saanich woman recounts near-death COVID ordeal

Cathy Novak’s phone flashed “VIHA” and she got a sinking feeling. They’d said the previous day, when she took the drive-thru COVID-19 test, that she could call in a few days for the result. But if it was positive, they’d call her.