Airplane Struck By Lightning
A video was captured of a lightning strike - hitting an airplane (Boeing 777-300ER) leaving Vancouver Airport Sunday evening! Ethan West, Student Pilot, happened to be filming his favourite plane taking off when he captured the lightning strike. Read more about the incident from SimpleFlying.com HERE.
Mar 06, 2024
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The Beach Diva Weekend
With Daylight Saving Time starting up this weekend, it's time to honour the Divas... who are never on time! Featuring the classic Divas: Aretha, Whitney, Mariah, Celine, Elton, and more! And hey, remember to set your clocks ahead an hour this Saturday (March 9th) before you head to bed.
Mar 06, 2024
New Miley Cyrus/Pharrell Williams Track
A song that was supposed to be done for Miley's 2013 album Bangerz, is officially out - "Doctor (Work It Out)" is now streaming (Friday, March 1st)! Give it a listen below. Read more about it HERE.
Mar 01, 2024
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George Michael Commemorative Coin
George Michael is the latest artist to be honoured by the Royal Mint's Music Legends series. He joins Elton John and David Bowie in having his face immortalized on a coin! The designer, Sandra Deiana, had said she wanted to depict "a detailed portrait" "that captured his charismatic expression" (per...
Feb 26, 2024
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Sir Paul's Stolen Bass is Returned
Another long ago stolen guitar recovery story! (Randy Bachman's guitar recovery). Paul McCartney's 1961 Höfner 500/1 bass guitar that was stolen in 1972 has been returned! A grassroots campaign called The Lost Bass Project managed to track it down and return it to Sir Paul McCartney. They started the search in 201...
Feb 16, 2024
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Megan's Pacifica Medical Grade Signature Facial
Okay - first thing to note - this was my first ever facial, so I had no idea what to expect except a clean face. Let me tell you, when I walked into the clinic, I was greeted by the friendliest staff! Liana is the Lead Medical Aesthetician and so kind. We started with the VISIA Skin Consultation, which took about 30 mi...
Feb 09, 2024
Casting Call For "The Great Canadian Baking Show"!
If you have a knack for baking and appreciate having it judged, perhaps consider applying to be a contestant on "The Great Canadian Baking Show". Apply online and be prepared to bring a home-baked item, that "will show off their design, technique, and flavours." Auditions will be held on Sunday, Feb...
Jan 30, 2024
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Heidi Klum Also Wears Sunglasses At Night
One of the biggest hits of the 80s, from our beloved pout-faced Corey Hart, has received the Supermodel treatment. Heidi Klum has covered "Sunglasses at Night". It's a fast-paced EDM track, produced by Tiesto. "I was thinking about the moment in the middle of the night at a party when you have been up wa...
Jan 26, 2024
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It's Family Literacy Week!
Family Literacy Week is January 21st to January 28th. It's all in celebration of children and adults reading and learning together. This year's theme is "Let's Have a Family Party!" The Vancouver Island Regional Library Branches have lots of suggestions on how to celebrate, what to read, and activity ideas. C...
Jan 22, 2024
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The Gosling Seen Around the World
We're knee-deep in awards season, and last night was the Critics Choice Awards. When it came to the Best Song award, these were the nominees (three tracks from Barbie!): Ryan Gosling "I'm Just Ken" Dua Lipa's "Dance The Night" Billie Eilish's "What Was I Made For?" The Super Mario Bros. Mo...
Jan 15, 2024
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