Despite near-universal condemnation from the rest of the soccer world, the head of FIFA has yet to back down from a controversial plan to sell off a stake in the World Cup. 

With all eyes on cross-border trade, U.S. officials reject the automated inspections used on some Canadian rail lines. And Canada's human inspectors are applauding that rejection. 

Scientists in China conclude that extremely spicy food might act as a temporary pain reliever. But at least one guest from our archives would likely disagree.  

Alberta borrows the zero-tolerance approach its used for rats and hogs — and sends some furry new recruits in to keep invasive bivalves out of the province. 

A northern B.C. lacrosse team was all set to compete in the provincial championships this week — only to have the rug pulled out from under them at the last minute. 

At an international conference, the U.S. State Department displays a map of Africa that has the countries in the wrong place — putting the "nation" in "indignation".

As It Happens, the Friday Edition. Radio that serves up a continental dog's breakfast.