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January 15

Are you ready for the pot debate, mom and dad?
Person rolling joint, close-up of hands and bag of marijuana
Clark touts sinks and heath-care innovation as premiers meet
Premier Christy Clark talks about her first year in office and her plans for 2012 in a year-end interview with The Globe and Mail in her office at the B.C. Legislature.
Team World claims curling's Continental Cup title
Trimming the fat starts at home for Ford brothers
Taylor Hall lifts Oilers past Kings in OT
Edmonton Oilers' Taylor Hall (L) collides with Anaheim Ducks' Francois Beauchemin during the first period of their NHL hockey game in Edmonton January 13, 2012. REUTERS/Dan Riedlhuber
Definitive PR man also was director of journalism school
Glen Hancock
House committee to study ways to boost charitable giving
Best pictures from January 15
A police officer yawns during the "Police in Mexico City, Near to You" parade, organised by the Ministry of Public Safety to promote good relations between the police and citizens, in Mexico City January 15, 2012.
Canada urged to prepare now to lead agenda at Arctic Council next year
Canada's Libyan prison connection
In this Feb. 5, 2005 file photo, al-Saadi Gadhafi, the son of the Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, arrives in Sydney, Australia.
Why an 8-year-old emptied his bank to sponsor a skier
Canada's skier Brad Spence poses with his eight-year-old head sponsor for one race, Gage Ferguson, after the first run of the men's alpine skiing World Cup slalom race in Wengen. Ferguson, from Calgary, sent a letter asking to be Spence's personal sponsor if he donated money from his piggy bank. Ferguson has Asperger's Syndrome, and Spence is donating the $149 from the boy's piggy bank to Branch Out Foundation, researching neurological disorders.
Premiers divided over new federal health-care plan
Clark flirtation with the right predictable, dangerous
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and B.C. Premier Christy Clark cheer as Clark's 10 year-old son Hamish makes a save during a minor league hockey game in Vancouver. Harper, an avid hockey fan, attended the game during a visit to Vancouver on Thursday.
The Golden Globes: The award winners
Kate Winslet poses with her award for best performance by an actress in a mini-series or motion picture made for television for "Mildred Pierce" backstage at the 69th annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California, January 15, 2012.
Ma's re-election in Taiwan eases superpower tensions
Taiwan's re-elected President Ma Ying-jeou gestures as he celebrates winning the 2012 presidential election with supporters in Taipei Jan. 15, 2012.
Surprise, surprise...Senators continue their ascent
David Shoalts
Five NHL games to watch
St. Louis Blues goalie Jaroslav Halak. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Why slo-mo cameras revolutionize sports coverage
Green Bay Packers tight end Jermichael Finley drops a pass under New York Giants safety Antrel Rolle (26) during the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
Maple Leafs big duo search for answers
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Phil Kessel (81) celebrates an empty-net goal against the New York Islanders with teammate Joffrey Lupul (19) in the third period of their NHL hockey game on Friday, Dec. 23, 2011, at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, NY. Kessel and Lupul will join Toronto Maple Leafs teammate Dion Phaneuf in enemy territory at the NHL all-star game. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-John Dunn
For farmers, elusive benefits of a new wheat market
The Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) building in Winnipeg. Several companies are calculating how much they will make under the new open-market system now that the board's monopoly on grain trade in Western Canada has been scrapped. These companies are hoping to cash in on what has been a closed market.
Yes to the Queen, no to infighting: highlights of the Liberal convention
'The Artist' wins three; Plummer, Streep and Clooney take acting awards at tame Golden Globes
Actor Christopher Plummer arrives at the 69th annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California January 15, 2012.
Mayor's team scrambles as moment of truth approaches
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford listens to a question before answering during a year-end interview with The Globe and Mail in his office on Dec. 20, 2011.
Lego, Mega Brands face off in court
Canadian toy maker Mega Brands is challenging Lego’s attempts to use trademark laws in the United States to protects its mini-bricks, seen above, from competition.
China prepares to export surplus cars
In an endangered genre, writer Daniel Griffin makes long stories short
Daniel Griffin, author and family man, launched his first short-story collection titled Stopping For Strangers.
Canada suffering from cross-border productivity gap
Gwyn Morgan
Analysts backpedal on outlook for U.S. banks
David Booth returns to Canucks lineup
Vancouver Canucks' David Booth will make his return to the lineup from a sprained MCL in Sunday night's game against the Anaheim Ducks. REUTERS/Dan Riedlhuber
Intel, Google and Microsoft offer snapshot of industry
Banks' consumer lending units proving a tough sell
HSBC Finance Canada is the last remnant of the global parent bank’s $14.2-billion (U.S.) acquisition of subprime lender Household International in 2003.
Plenty to be optimistic about, just avoid the harbingers of gloom
Brian Milner
Tough flying ahead for slumping Jets
Paul Waldie
Lone B.C. chief backs Enbridge pipeline to bring in more jobs
Gitxsan First Nation Heriditary Chief Elmer Derrick, who announced that the first nation decided to take an ownership stake in Enbridge's $5.5-billion oil pipeline from Alberta to the British Columbia port of Kitimat, speaks to The Canadian Press outside the front door of his home in Terrace, B.C.
Half of elderly in residential care on anti-psychotic drugs
Competitive divide key to Europe's woes, S&P says
Gallery: Cruise ship disaster
On the red carpet at the Golden Globes
Tebow beaten, but unbowed
Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow sits on the bench in the second quarter against the New England Patriots during their NFL AFC Divisional playoff football game in Foxborough, Massachusetts, January 14, 2012. REUTERS/Jessica Rinaldi
Niners' Smith comes of age
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith (11) throws against the New Orleans Saints in the first quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
In Canada, unlike the U.S., the American dream lives on
Barrie McKenna
Carney set to keep powder dry, stand pat on rates
New constitution endangers democracy in Hungary
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party has a two-thirds parliamentary majority, and is using it to entrench a very extensive legislative program.
Major Drilling's Francis McGuire keeps a firm hand on market share
Francis McGuire, CEO of Major Drilling, based in Moncton and one of the largest mine drilling companies in the world, in Toronto, Nov. 30, 2011.
Clippers' Paul sidelined by hamstring injury
Los Angeles Clippers' Chris Paul slaps the hand of his teammate after making a three-point basket during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. The Clippers won 102-94 but Paul suffered a hamstring injury in the fourth quarter and is now listed as day-to-day. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Canadian U20 women learn of fate at CONCACAF draw
Q&A: Behind-the-scenes tales from Mythbusters' scientific exploits
Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman of "Mythbusters"
Juliette Lewis, triple threat
Juliette Lewis
'You can never know your own culture': William Gibson
Author William Gibson in Toronto on Jan. 12, 2012.
The Lightning Field, by Heather Jessup
Heather Jessup
Jays, Colby Rasmus avoid arbitration
The Toronto Blue Jays have re-signed outfielder Colby Rasmus to a one-year deal. REUTERS/Mark Blinch
Jan. 16: Letters to the editor
Today’s topics: Liberal promises, actions; modern ships; red wine and Twinkies; Scottish independence ... and more
Winter Sports Roundup: Rochon flies high in arials return
Gold medallist Pavel Krotov of Russia, flanked by silver medalist Canadian Olivier Rochon, right, of Gatineau, Que. and bronze medallist Naoya Tabara of Japan celebrate on the podium at the men's aerials World Cup freestyle event Sunday, January 15, 2012 at Mont-Gabriel in Sainte-Adele, Que. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot
The crusade against cupcakes - and common sense
New nutrition guidelines for schools focus on healthy foods, in some cases at the expense of such treats as pizza days.
Liberals take first step to revival with younger face
John Ibbitson
U.S. housing market most affordable since 1965
Healthy Eating Jump-Start Day 11: Pass on the salt
Politicians who won the weight battle
How to deter car thieves
My on-again off-again romance with Jack Frost
How can I strengthen my glutes for running?
My husband is on life support. How do I decide what to do?
Stock photo.
Flip-flops crushed her foot, now she wants to run again
Belinda Chun, owner of the Gallery House, runs in High Park in Toronto on January 06, 2012.
Can fewer calories = longer life?
Our highway saviours? Guys on Harleys
Will mayors' weight-loss efforts inspire the public?
The real quick fix for global warming - forget carbon dioxide
Can you be shocked thin?
'No photos': Secrecy shrouds damaged Beirut synagogue
Magen Avraham Synagogue in Beirut.
Kostelic wins World Cup slalom
Croatia's Ivica Kostelic celebrates after winning an alpine ski, men's World Cup slalom, in Wengen, Switzerland, Sunday.
The Darkness II launch trailer
The Darkness II in pictures
A screenshot from Digital Extremes' new action game based on The Darkness comics
Vonn takes over third place on career wins list
Lindsey Vonn of U.S. speeds down the course to win the ladies' super G Alpine Skiing World Cup event in Cortina D'Ampezzo, Italy on Sunday.
Bilodeau opts to compete in Lake Placid
Canadian Alexandre Bilodeau celebrates after winning the men's Dual Moguls at the Freestyle FIS World Cup in Are, Sweden, on March 12, 2011. Getty Images/SCANPIX VICTOR LUNDBERG
Leafs assign Jake Gardiner to AHL
Jake Gardiner #51 of the Toronto Maple Leafs. (Photo by Abelimages/Getty Images)
Liberals elect Crawley as president, reject US-style primaries
Mike Crawley speaks to the delegation after becoming the new President of the Liberal Party of Canada. On the final day of the Liberal Biennial Convention in Ottawa on Jan. 15, 2011 the Liberals announced their new party President, Mike Crawley, and the weekend conference wrapped up with a speech from interim party leader, Bob Rae.
Henry, Hughes lose on league returns
Queens Park Rangers' Shaun Wright-Phillips controls the ball during their English Premier League soccer match against Newcastle United in Newcastle on Sunday.
Can Liberals find sweet spot between prosperity and equality?
Liberals vote to keep monarchy, legalize pot at convention
Nadal critical of Federer's lack of criticism
Rafael Nadal of Spain attends a news conference before the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne January 15, 2012. REUTERS/Toby Melville
Parks Canada hires firm to boost brand awareness
Dawn at Floe Lake on the Rockwall Trail, Kootenay National Park.
Kings prevail in battle of the Sutter brothers
Los Angeles Kings' Dustin Penner, left, collides with Calgary Flames' Cory Sarich during second period NHL action, in Calgary, Alta., Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Larry MacDougal
January 15: Your lookahead horoscope
Capricorn
Curling: Glenn Howard and North America trail at Continental Cup
Glenn Howard and Team North America are trailing Team World at the Continental Cup. FILE PHOTO: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Dave Chidley
Rock fall to Bandits in NLL opener
Canadians Stout, Carvalho suffer UFC losses in Brazil
Brazil's Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighter Felipe Arantes (L) fights with his Canada's Antonio Carvalho during the UFC Rio, a professional mixed martial arts competition in Rio de Janeiro January 14, 2012. REUTERS/Ricardo Moraes
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