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May 8

Wings continue combeback
San Jose Sharks defenseman Dan Boyle (22) is chased by Detroit Red Wings left wing Justin Abdelkader during the third period in Game 5 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup Western Conference semi-final playoff series in San Jose, Calif., Sunday, May 8, 2011.
TTC cutbacks to cause hardship for riders
People ride a ttc bus on route 101 on January 10, 2011.
Latest incident raises more questions about security at York University
Security issues have been a major concern at York University.
Potato fiasco gets Canadian farmer in hot water with Algerians
Potatoes
As U.S. pushes for answers on bin Laden, Pakistani city goes quiet
A Pakistani soldier orders to stop filming a media representative near Al-Qaeda chief Osama Bin Laden's final hideout in Abboattabad's Bilal Town vicinity on May 8, 2011 where bin Laden was killed in a US Naval Commandos special operation. The CIA may have focused its war on Al-Qaeda in Pakistan's tribal lands but Osama bin Laden's killing exposes the limits of drone strikes and the need for Islamabad to broaden intelligence in cities.
Ottawa study praising 'faint hope' clause for murderers never released
The Big Three
Rajon Rondo #9 of the Boston Celtics walks off the court after Game Three of the Eastern Conference Semifinals in the 2011 NBA Playoffs on May 7, 2011 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The Boston Celtics defeated the Miami Heat 97-81. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
A multimillion-vote sea change for federal parties
A Charlottetown voter caster her ballot in the federal election on May 2, 2011.
Bullpen becomes a source of relief for Blue Jays
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Marc Rzepczynski. REUTERS/Mike Cassese
Kirk Wipper founded the Canadian Canoe Museum
Kirk Whipper was a pioneer in teaching children about nature.
Former Irish Rover drops the penny whistle, picks up the paint brush
Will Millar, a former member of the Irish-Canadian musical group, The Irish Rovers, talks about his upcoming trip to Ireland at home in his studio in the Cowichan Valley near Duncan, B.C.
The Fan scores early win over TSN radio
Turning the lights back on in Mogadishu, Somalia
In this Sunday Sept.19, 2010 photo Mohamud Nur, left, the mayor of Mogadishu talks beside African Union Peacekeepers in Mogadishu, Somalia.
Shark week: Marine biologists hit 'hot spot' off B.C. coast
Mark Hume
Preds' Ward making most of opportunity
David Shoalts
Sled dogs’ mass grave exhumed to learn how they died
Mexican No.1 prevails in Canadian Tour playoff
Jose de Jesus Rodriguez
Christy Clark battles for a clear path to B.C. legislature
BC Premier Christy Clark tours Vancouver's Gastown on the Downtown Eastside on May 6th, 2011. Clark heard insight from Sgt. Skye Thouli (left) and several other beat cops about the area's law and order issues.
Taliban embrace information age with Twitter, English websites
A screen-grab from a website of the Afghan Taliban.
NHL rallies around Lightning assistant Wayne Fleming
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Jason Terry topples Lakers, ties NBA record
Guard Jason Terry #31 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after a three-point shot with Jose Juan Barea against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Four of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2011 NBA Playoffs on May 8, 2011 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Charest to unveil $10-billion investment in northern Quebec
Quebec Premier Jean Charest walks form question period toward his office Wednesday, February 9, 2011 at the legislature in Quebec City.
The facts about prostate cancer
NDP the 'true alternative' to Tories, not interested in merger: Layton
Jack Layton, NDP leader and now officially the leader of the opposition, speaks to the media at a press conference in Toronto on Tuesday, May 3, 2011.
Flood anxiety surges in Manitoba, ebbs in Quebec
A man and woman make their way along a street immersed by flood waters from the Richilieu River in the town of Saint-Blaise-Sur-Richelieu, Que., Sunday, May 8, 2011.
Jo-Jo Reyes just wants a win
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jo-Jo Reyes.(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Investors turn eyes to the big picture
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) at the end of the trading day on January 28, 2011 in New York City.
Inflation watch continues with release of U.S. consumer, producer price reports
U.S. jobless claims unexpectedly rose last week, up 43,000 to 474,000 – the worst reading since last August. A moderation is expected this week.
London's real estate market bounces back
An apartment in Eaton Square, London, listed at £7-million ($11-million). For that, you get a 16-year lease.
Lundin stock rides wave on takeover saga, rising metals prices
Brenda Bouw
Best pictures from May 8
Two Herens cows lock horns during the annual "Battle of the Queens" cow fight finals in Aproz, in the western Alpine canton of Valais May 8, 2011.
Ancelotti's future in doubt after Chelsea collapse
Chelsea's Carlo Ancelotti gestures during their English Premier League soccer match against Manchester United at Old Trafford in Manchester, northern England, May 8, 2011. REUTERS/Phil Noble
The visa for visiting Mexicans has run its course
Mexico's Flag
B.C. gets HST clarity
Premier Christy Clark insists she’ll fight to “minimize” the money the province would owe Ottawa if voters defeat the HST in an upcoming mail-in referendum.
Udinese eyes Champions League berth
Udinese's Antonio Di Natale, right, is challenged by Lazio's Matuzalem, of Brazil, during a Serie A soccer match between Udinese and Lazio in Udine, Italy, Sunday, May 8 , 2011. (AP Photo/Franco Debernardi)
Lyon beats Marseille amid controversy
Olympique Lyon's Cesar Delgado (R) and Maxime Gonalons (L) celebrate after scoring against Olympique Marseille during their French Ligue 1 soccer match at the Gerland stadium in Lyon May 8, 2011. REUTERS/Robert Pratta
Why America's 'zombie consumers' won't be coming back to life soon
Brian Milner
Air Canada head pitches pact to pilots
Air Canada's expansion plans will be poised for takeoff once the new planes arrive, a report contends.
CI Value Trust still bears scars of financial crisis
Backtracking on HST would cost B.C. dearly
Barrie McKenna
2011 Draft Selections
Offensive lineman Scott Mitchell speaks to reporters following the 2011 CFL evaluation camp in Toronto Sunday, March 6, 2011. Darren Calabrese for The Globe and Mail
Vale appeals landmark environmental ruling
Ellen Smith is among the residents of Port Colborne, Ont., who won a class-action lawsuit against Vale over nickel contamination. Now, Vale is appealing the ruling.
Swimmer Alex Baumann reveals he has prostate cancer
Two-time Olympic gold medalist swimmer Alex Baumann. Photo by Yvonne Berg /THE GLOBE AND MAIL
A new dawn for solar
Richard Blackwell
Vacation home out of reach? Try splitting the costs
Cottage goers enjoy the Muskoka area of Ontario.
Retailers feel pinch as 'apprehensive' consumers hold back
A shopper looks through racks of George clothing at a Wal-Mart in Toronto, Monday, August 30, 2010.
Wanted: clear thinking on educating the work force
Gwyn Morgan
The Sea, by Amela Marin
Amela Marin
James Blunt defies his squeaky-clean image
James Blunt performs in France last month.
Europe pressured to revise Irish, Greek bailouts
The Euro sculpture in front of the headquarters of the European Central Bank (ECB) in Frankfurt
Superman Ryan Kesler needs sidekicks to step up
Gary Mason
Stamps deal for Calgary headliner Anthony Parker
Wide receiver Anthony Parker, right, and Nathan Coehoorn work out during the 2011 CFL evaluation camp in Toronto Sunday, March 6, 2011. Darren Calabrese for The Globe and Mail
Ivory Coast resumes cocoa exports
Workers empty bags of cocoa beans at the Port of Abidjan, where 80 per cent of Ivory Coast's exports transit.
Clara Hughes nabs gold in road race
File - Clara Hughes competes at the XIV Pan American Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Adrianne Pieczonka soars with a voice of velvet and steel
Adrianne Pieczonka performing in 2006
Vanessa promises and frustrates
A scene from "Vanessa"
Paul Simon: a genial presence and a honed craft
Paul Simon in performance
A dance party comeback for Men Without Hats
Men Without Hats in the 1980s: Alan McCarthy (left to right), Ivan Doroschuk, Stefan Doroschuk and Colin Doroschuk
Tigers rally past Blue Jays
Detroit Tigers Brandon Inge, left, and Jose Valverde celebrate the Tigers' 5-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays during MLB baseball action in Toronto Sunday, May 8, 2011. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese
Love on the run: finding romance through racing
Lisa and Clayton Case on a run together.
Mary Gwenith Bowker
Mary Bowker
What exercises will help improve my posture?
Stop slouching.
18-month wait for spinal surgery - are you kidding me?
My father's Alzheimer's gave us unexpected gifts
Reasoning evolved to help us win arguments
Spring deals at Muskoka's luxury Taboo resort
Golf course at Taboo Resort in Muskoka.
The ticket to happiness at work? Tea time
Sarah Hampson
Refresh with the jet set in Spain
Finca Cortesin
How to keep your gym clothes smelling fresh
Want a superhero's body? Here's how to get it
Chris Hemsworth plays Thor.
Inspection reports for Ontario's licensed daycares now available online
Team Canada remains fresh at World Hockey Championship
John Tavares of Canada (R) challenges Switzerland's Matthias Bieber during their preliminary round group B game at the Ice Hockey World Championships in Kosice May 3, 2011.
Soldier who went missing in Manitoba found unharmed
Female executives still rare in sports world
Sony Ericsson WTA Tour CEO Stacey Allaster addresses the media before the final of the Sony Ericsson WTA Championships at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex on November 1, 2009 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
The numbers don't lie
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Bombers pick Muamba No. 1 in CFL draft
Henoc Muamba at the 2011 CFL evaluation camp in Toronto on March 6.
Aiken dedicates Spanish Open win to Ballesteros
Thomas Aiken of South Africa during the third round of the Open de Espana at the the Real Club de Golf El Prat on May 7 , 2011 in Barcelona, Spain.
Al-Qaeda leader among 18 killed during attempted jail break in Baghdad
A centre for discovery
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Joel Ward is living proof of the power of dreams
Joel Ward #29 celebrates with Shea Weber #6 of the Nashville Predators after scoring a goal against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period in Game Five of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2011 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs on May 07, 2011 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Rich Lam/Getty Images)
Woman sexually assaulted at knifepoint near Jane and Finch
'Getting our man' outweighed risks of raid on bin Laden compound, Obama says
U.S. President Barack Obama speaks after addressing the nation on TV from the East Room of the White House to make a televised statement May 1, 2011 in Washington, DC. Mr. bin Laden has been killed near Islamabad, Pakistan almost a decade after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 and his body is in possession of the United States.
Red Bull has one-two finish at Turkish Grand Prix
Red Bull Formula One driver Sebastian Vettel of Germany celebrates on podium after winning the Turkish F1 Grand Prix at the Istanbul Park circuit in Istanbul May 8, 2011.
Taliban video shows Canadian captured in Afghanistan
26-year-old Colin MacKenzie Rutherford. Screengrab from Taliban video
Faith and melted snow kept B.C. woman alive for 7 weeks in wilderness
Penticton businessman Albert Chretien and wife Rita are shown in this undated RCMP handout photo. A B.C. woman who went missing en route to Las Vegas more than a month ago has been found alive, RCMP say. Hunters in Elko Country, Nevada, found Rita alive on Friday, RCMP Cpl. Dan Moskaluk announced in a tweet. There is no word yet about the whereabouts of her husband.
Ward sends early Mother's Day card
David Legwand #11 of the Nashville Predators is congratulated by Joel Ward #29 after scoring against the Vancouver Canucks during the second period in Game Five of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2011 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs on May 07, 2011 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Rich Lam/Getty Images)
Stealth upset Roughnecks
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