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October 11

Fantino hints at federal run in Vaughan
Former OPP commissioner Julian Fantino attends the change-of-command ceremony in Toronto, Tuesday, August 31, 2010. He was succeeded by Chris Lewis.
Best from October 11
A spider is seen in its web in Los Angeles, California.
Across the border: Emerson, Man., and Pembina, N.D.
Portrait of a border town: Emerson, Man.
Aime Dansereau, a 39-year resident of Emerson, Man., walks past the closed United States border crossing between Noyes, Minnesota and Emerson Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. There are still U.S. custom staff there but no Canadian staff.
Canadians, Americans drifting apart on shared security since 9/11
South Korean Grand Prix gets the go ahead
The Formula One (F1) circuit is seen in Yeongam, about 380 km (236 miles), south of Seoul, in this aerial photo released October 10, 2010. The International Automobile Federation (FIA) is due to inspect the circuit on Monday and Tuesday. The F1 Korean Grand Prix is scheduled to be held in Yeongam from October 22-24, for the first time in South Korea.
Toronto's non-citizens: can't vote, but still engaged
Gabriela Martinez is photographed in Toronto Oct 11, 2010. Martinez is originally from Venezuela and although she works in North York and lives downtown she cannot vote in the upcoming municipal election because she's not a citizen.
Deals of the week: Honda Civic, Hyundai Genesis and more
Centre-Rosedale sports plenty of good choices
Various photos of the bike lane on Jarvis St. in Toronto photographed on Oct 6 2010. The controversial lanes are an issue in the civic election.
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder - an invisible condition that causes blatant justice challenges
Johathan Rudin is justice committee co-chair at the FASD Ontario Network of Expertise. The challenge, he says, with FASD is that it is 'largely an invisible condition.'
French President girds for massive protests against pension reforms
Arcelor Mittal steelworkers dressed in protective suits demonstrate over pension reforms in Marseille October 2, 2010. French unions have called for nationwide street marches to protest President Nicolas Sarkozy's plans to raise the French retirement age, the flagship reform of his presidency and one on which he has vowed not to back down.
Quebec girl, 13, dies after father told police he slapped her
2010 a benchmark year for interactive storytelling
Mine about to give 'birth' to 33 trapped Chileans
A woman prays near the mining encampment at Copiapo, Chile, October 9, 2010.
Former sex trade worker seeks day in court
Rich, young males are hockey's biggest fans, poll shows
A different approach in Newfoundland
Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Danny Williams rises in the legislature on March 22, 2010.
Stormpulse map: Paula's path
iPhone app guides you through the War of 1812
An image of Kevin Kee, juxtaposed with War of 1812 hero Sir Isaac Brock, placed on a set of elevator doors at Brock University. Mr. Kee has developed an iPhone application that provides tours of War of 1812 sites.
Enslaved: Odyssey to the West screenshot gallery
Quebec, Newfoundland square off over offshore oil
Offshore oil worker aboard a Husky Energy's SeaRose FPSO in the Jeanne d'Arc Basin.
RBC analysts grab top spot from BMO
Royal Bank of Canada
The danger lurking in the social-media shallows
Ivor Tossell
Part 4: Female CEO aspirants making big gains in government
Part 4: For women in public sector, supportive attitudes help achieve work-life balance
Canada's UN bid: The odds
Canada's Security Council bid goes down to the wire
Canada is vying for a seat on the United Nations Security Council, along with Germany and Poland.
Bombers come from behind to clobber Lions in OT
Winnipeg Blue Bombers Terrence Edwards hauls in the pass for a touchdown in front of BC Lions Anthony Reddick (26) during the second half of Canadian Football League action in Winnipeg October 11, 2010.
Law must adapt to recognize FASD, activists say
Justice Minister Rob Nicholson responds to a question in the House of Commons, Tuesday October 5, 2010.
Photos: Women at the helm of Canada's public sector companies
Film vs. digital, handling cold, and more: Your photo questions answered
In this Sept. 15, 2008, file photo, a roll of Kodachrome 64 is is loaded into a film camera in Tonawanda, N.Y. The Eastman Kodak Co. is retiring its most senior film after 74 years in the company's portfolio because of declining customer demand in an increasingly digital age.
Canada aids in Thai arrest of Tamil migrants
A window sign in Thailand, where it is believed that the Tamil refugees embarked on the Sun Sea last May.
Volcker calls for leadership on economy
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker (L) and Bank of England Governor Mervyn King make remarks during a panel discussion on how the current financial crisis has changed the role of central banks at the National Press Club in Washington October 11, 2010. )
Best from October 10
Ray Blackman, of Miami, has glitter applied to his face before marching in the Miami Broward One Carnival in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. Miami is the last big stop on the Caribbean carnival circuit which begins in Trinidad and Tobago every year just before the observance of Ash Wednesday.
New Magna team primed for growth
Don Walker, CEO of Magna International
Potash companies ride corn price surge
A farmer stores corn in a container, to sell them in a market, in his courtyard on the outskirts of Changzhi, Shanxi province.
Why PEI's wind plan is dying
Turbines spin at a wind farm in East Point, P.E.I., on March 10, 2007.
Oct. 12: Your daily horoscope
Flaherty to present fiscal update Tuesday
Finance Minister Jim Flaherty speaks in Toronto on May 3, 2010.
Metals stocks help heat up ETF returns
Phil Collins relives his youth through Motown
Brother André a rare bright spot for church in Quebec
Souvenirs of Brother Andre are shown in the gift shop at Saint Joseph's Oratory in Montreal, Friday, Feb. 19, 2010.
A doc about Atwood, eco-crisis and hope
Author Margaret Atwood (back row, centre) with the cast for a literary performance of her book The Year of the Flood.
Leafs' second line speaking the language of goals
Toronto Maple Leafs' Clarke MacArthur celebrates scoring his team's first goal against Detroit Red Wings during first period pre-season NHL hockey action in Toronto on Saturday October 2, 2010.
TD overhauls mortgage program as housing market slows
People walk past a Toronto-Dominion Bank branch in Ottawa
Halifax comics aim for silver-screen fame
From left, Roller Town actors Evany Rosen (playing Beth) and Kayla Lorette (playing Julia) watch filming at the Olympic Community Centre in Halifax, September 25, 2010.
Most kids have an online presence by the age of 2
Eleanor Kathleen Wilson
My son is missing again
UAE banishes Canada from base, blocks MacKay from its airspace
Al Minhad Air Base in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Camp Mirage is located in the cluster of buildings at bottom left.
Deflation could put brakes on gold's rise
The dangers of reviewing your portfolio too often
Dan Richards
Messier to coach Canada at Spengler Cup
NHL legend Mark Messier, assistant coach of the New York Rangers pee-wees stands behind the bench at the Quebec International Pee-Wee tournament Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009 at the Colisee in Quebec city.
Foreign retailers ramp-up demand for prime space
The fuss over Vince Vaughn's 'gay' remark is misdirected
Vince Vaughan in The Dilemma.
The next key energy source? A flaming snowball
Membership cards touted as solution to lottery fraud
Norway's Norsk Tipping card, a membership card system that tracks the name of the person who bought lottery tickets, could provide solutions for Ontario's lottery security problems.
Sun Rype's U.S. move worries Okanagan orchardists
Despite its recent purchase of Yakama Juice in Selah, Wash., Kelowna, B.C.'s Sun Rype says it remains firmly committed to the region.
It's time to resolve the Olympic Village fiasco
Gary Mason
Hillier warns against civil servants directing military operations
Former chief of defence staff Rick Hillier testifies at a parliamentary committee probing Afghan detainee transfers, Nov. 25, 2009.
Bureaucrats wade into online debate about Canada's seal hunt
Vocal online critics of Canada's seal hunt might have received rebuttals on Twitter or blog forums last spring from Canadian federal bureaucrats.
On the Canucks captaincy
In Brazil, there's life after Lula
Ignatieff's serious plan for home care
Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff speaks to reporters about the 'Liberal Family Care Plan' in Gatineau, Quebec on Tuesday Oct. 5, 2010.
New Brunswick's new Premier will appoint a slimmed-down cabinet
UN Security Council: How to join the world's most exclusive club
Former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Sichan Siv, poses in front of a painting of the last eight republican Presidents of the United States in his office at his home in San Antonio, Texas on October 8, 2010.
Cahoon makes history in Als' win
Rise expected in monthly U.S. retail sales
Google earnings - and Android - in spotlight Thursday
The Google Inc logo is projected on a screen during the unveiling of "Google Instant" at a news conference in San Francisco, California September 8, 2010.
Power Points: This week's productivity tips
Hints for new supervisors
Kyrgyzstan parties negotiate to form region's first parliamentary democracy
Kyrgyz President Roza Otunbayeva speaks to the media at a polling station in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010.
The 15-minute procrastination cure
To treat osteoporosis, focus on breaks, doctors told
For customers, it's all about (less) choice
Debbie Taylor shops for peanut butter at the Heartland Walmart in Mississaga.
Despatie wins eighth Commonwealth gold
Canucks turn to Tambellini
New York Times shares rise on ad growth report
The New York Times building in New York City.
Eskimos' receiver remains in hospital
Stocks edge up on Fed easing bets
U.S. trial marks dawn of the ‘stem-cell age’
Love in the air: how to pick up on a plane
Looking for answers: victims' inquest into 2005 London bombings
June and John Taylor's daughter Carrie was killed in the July 7 bombings. They are seen here outside the High Court in London October 11, 2010.
What activities can help people with joint pain?
Judge opens victims' inquests into 2005 London bombings
Shadows fall on a memorial in Hyde Park, commemorating the 52 victims of the July 7 bombings, in London October 11, 2010.
Carney and the regulators v. banks 'too big to fail'
Leafs loose after 2-0 start
Toronto Maple Leafs Nikolai Kulemon celebrates his goal with teammate Clark MacArthur (R) in front of Ottawa Senators Sergei Gonchar (L) during the first period of their NHL hockey game in Toronto October 9, 2010. REUTERS/Mark Blinch
Canadian coach helps save a life
Q and A: Nick McAnulty
Nick McAnulty's debut feature film Uncle Brian screens at VIFF.
Special winch will ensure comfortable ride during Chilean mine rescue
Workers lower a tube that is used for sending supplies to miners trapped in an underground copper and gold mine at Copiapo city October 11, 2010.
Guadalajara City: Much more than tequila and mariachi
Guadalajara Urban Scene
The treatment: poultice makes a comeback
The fall harvest
Cargill, which operates in 66 countries, is a leading U.S. grain exporter, biofuels producer and energy trader.
Thanksgiving: Family, friends and a feast to be thankful for
Three Canadians medal on track
Silver medalist Angela Whyte of Canada, left, gold medalist Sally Pearson of Australia and bronze medalist Andrea Miller of New Zealand celebrate on the podium with their medals for the women's 100 metres hurdles at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium during day eight of the Delhi 2010 Commonwealth Games.
Super-snarky Perez Hilton sheds pounds, expands empire
U.S. blogger Perez Hilton arrives at the 2010 MuchMusic Video Awards in Toronto June 20, 2010. REUTERS/Mike Cassese (CANADA - Tags: ENTERTAINMENT PROFILE)
Don't always look on the bright side of life
Tips and tricks for blocking hackers
Rwandan rebel leader accused of mass rapes arrested in Paris: prosecutor
Bent out of England's Euro 2012 qualifier
Manchester United's English defender Rio Ferdinand (L) vies with Sunderland's English striker Darren Bent (R) during the English Premier League football match between Sunderland and Manchester United at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland, north-east England, on October 2, 2010.
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