The FIFA World Cup is coming to Vancouver next year — but its iconic trophy will be in town a bit sooner than that.

A four-week Vancouver run of Disney’s The Lion King started Wednesday night (Aug. 20) in a return of one of the most beloved shows ever to grace the stage. Until Sept. 14, Broadway Across Canada will bring 32 performances of the hit musical to Queen Elizabeth Theatre in a very big season-ending production for the company.

The WNBA will host its first regular season game outside of the United States in Vancouver, Canada, with a match up between the Seattle Storm and the Atlanta Dream

SSP Canada, a division of SSP Group, a leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, is pleased to announce the opening of popular local brand, Romer’s, at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

There are no reports of damage, but Monday night's earthquake was lightly felt in the southern Vancouver Island region

Reinier de Ridder will face Anthony Hernandez in what will be an opportunity to make a statement to earn a shot at the newly crowned champion, Khamzat Chimaev. UFC Fight Night 262 takes place at Rogers Arena on Oct. 18. The promotion officially announced the matchup Tuesday.

UFC Fans in Vancouver will be treated to a loaded middleweight bout when the promotion arrives at Rogers Arena in October.

Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting temperatures to hit 29 C on Friday and then climb to 30 C inland on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Residents living closer to the water in Vancouver will likely enjoy temperatures in the mid 20s with clear skies.