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World News: Large vessels are fishing 55 per cent of world's oceans

World News: Large vessels are fishing 55 per cent of world's oceans

Miami - More than half the world's oceans are being fished by large commercial vessels, particularly from China, according to the first view from space of global fishing practices published Thursday.
Column: A tale of unintended consequences at ICBC

Column: A tale of unintended consequences at ICBC

Welcome to a tale of unintended consequences. When he came to Canada from Hong Kong four decades ago, Tung Tat-Shing adopted a “nickname” for familiarity and convenience.
There’s a Mean Girls brunch coming to Vancouver

There’s a Mean Girls brunch coming to Vancouver

2018 is turning out to be the year of the nostalgic pop culture themed event in Vancouver, and now we can add a Mean Girls Brunch to the list.
Schools considered key to cementing Asia trade ties

Schools considered key to cementing Asia trade ties

The Canada China Business Council (CCBC), one of the main private non-profit industry associations spearheading trade promotion between the two countries, is turning its attention to the education sector.
Women in Film take star turn at upcoming Vancouver festival

Women in Film take star turn at upcoming Vancouver festival

Featuring several days of dynamic programming, the annual Vancouver International Women in Film Festival (VIWIFF) will shine a light on the work of women working in the screen biz.
Column: Oops, a wine with mistaken identity and one with something fishy

Column: Oops, a wine with mistaken identity and one with something fishy

Normally I say “oops” when I’ve made a dumb mistake, like, “Oops, I’ve just realized I’ve been driving my car for the last three months without any car insurance!” Yes, it really happened and it took an alert motorcycle cop to make me aware of it.
Richmond's SOGI policy will be late but “comprehensive and actionable”

Richmond's SOGI policy will be late but “comprehensive and actionable”

Sexual orientation and gender identity policy has been met with controversy
RYSA is making 'Connections' to 'Community Services' to house vulnerable youth

RYSA is making 'Connections' to 'Community Services' to house vulnerable youth

Richmond Youth Services Association has big changes in store
World News: ESport schools students learn it pays to play

World News: ESport schools students learn it pays to play

Jinan (China) (AFP) - Most teachers would not be impressed to discover a student playing video games in their class. But at a school in eastern China it is mandatory, part of a drive to train eSport champions and tap into the booming industry.
(VIDEO) Car-azy Richmond driving at its best

(VIDEO) Car-azy Richmond driving at its best

You’ve got to hand to Richmond’s drivers – they know how to take random to a new level.