Entertainment

B.C. set to plug in newest roller coaster: Playland’s $16M ThunderVolt

Italian-made machine given name that suggests ‘electrifying speed’, will start to roll in 2024

Nov 23, 2023 7:35 AM Read more >

‘So amazing’: Island teen takes on Shakespeare at prestigious Carnegie Hall

St. Michaels University School student earns international opportunity with spoken word competition

Nov 21, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Short documentary showcases North Island doctor’s inspiring life story

The documentary was filmed by Nigel Edwards and produced by Winbox Media

Nov 21, 2023 1:05 PM Read more >

Documentary about Buffy Sainte-Marie wins International Emmy Award

Film predates CBC story calling her Indigenous ancestry into question

Nov 21, 2023 10:30 AM Read more >

Review: Chemainus Theatre delivers with beloved holiday classic

‘It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play’ like sitting down with an old friend

Nov 20, 2023 12:22 PM Read more >

Pop star Shakira reaches a deal with Spanish prosecutors on the first day of tax fraud trial

Nov 20, 2023 6:30 AM Read more >

‘Hunger Games’ prequel tops box office

Film comes 8 years after original series was released

Nov 19, 2023 12:25 PM Read more >

Taylor Swift postpones Rio show, citing heat after fan dies during concert

Cause of fan’s death has not been announced

Nov 19, 2023 12:20 PM Read more >

Mother-son duo paint picture of resilience and joy in Victoria exhibit

After losing one of her sons, Lynda Lombardi was inspired by her family to heal through art and pursue a lifelong dream

Nov 17, 2023 5:00 AM Read more >

U.K. actor using comedy to spotlight ‘invisible’ women during Island tour

Charlotte Palmer staging shows in Nanaimo, Victoria, Qualicum Beach, Tofino, Duncan and Port Alberni

Nov 15, 2023 12:45 PM Read more >