Manitoba First Nation dealing with frozen water despite power restored: chief – Winnipeg

by South Asian Star | Jan 4, 2026 | National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The chief of a First Nation in Manitoba says about 4,000 residents haven’t been able to return to the community and dozens more are set to leave because its water system has frozen after a days-long power outage....

Canada’s Sharpe, Fraser amp up Olympic halfpipe preparation after Calgary World Cup

by South Asian Star | Jan 4, 2026 | Sports

Listen to this articleEstimated 5 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.Cassie Sharpe wanted more. The Canadian...

Ottawa proposes fines of up to $1M for violating foreign influence registry rules

by South Asian Star | Jan 4, 2026 | National

Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.The federal government has proposed fining...

Can’t carry a tune? This Vancouver Island newcomer is launching choirs for the joyful but tone deaf

by South Asian Star | Jan 4, 2026 | Local

Listen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.Sharon Marnell was sitting in a public jacuzzi,...

Storm surge threat, higher tides trigger coastal flooding alert for B.C.’s South Coast

by South Asian Star | Jan 4, 2026 | Stories

Listen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.A coastal flooding alert is in place this...