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January 5

B.C. student, boyfriend found dead in Mexico
Carmen Ximena Osegueda Magana is shown in this undated photo taken from her online blog. The PhD student from the University of British Columbia has been found dead on a Mexican beach with stab wounds in her neck.
Sweden breaks deadlock with Russia in OT for world junior gold
Sweden's Mika Zibanejad, right, celebrates after scoring the gold-medal clinching goal in overtime against Russia.
Enforcement of rules for dogs in Vancouver parks to be stepped up
Vancouver Animal Control has a staff of 12 officers, seven on duty at any given time.
Patrick Kinsella is the ultimate Mr. Fixit
Patrick Kinsella.
Anderson solid, Turris buries first as a Sen in victory over Lightning
Ottawa Senators left wing Nick Folign, centre, congratulates Zack Smith, left, on his goal and Daniel Alfredsson on his assist.
For Tsawwassen First Nation, development is the name of the game
Rod Mickleburgh
Sculptures' extended stay and A-maze-ing price reduction please Biennale organizers
A-maze-ing Laughter by Yue Minjun.
In Nova Scotia politics, minority groups punch above their weight no more
The Nova Scotia legislature in Halifax.
Tax returns used as unlikely weapon in fighting homelessness
Matthew Albert, a homeless man in Vancouver, in 2009. With assistance, some homeless people who have been living disorganized lives are able to get GST and HST rebates.
NFL wild-card weekend picks against the spread
Bruins bully Flames in 9-0 drubbing
Calgary Flames goalie Miikka Kiprusoff, left, replaces goalie Leland Irving during the second period against the Boston Bruins
Ottawa backtracks on coal emissions
A dragline in front of the SaskPower Shand Power Station. Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan and Alberta rely most heavily on coal for electricity.
Mark Visentin earns his near-Hollywood ending
Mark Visentin was named Canada's player of the game in the bronze-medal contest with Finland.
Ottawa police warn of pattern in prostitute murders
A woman walks in -15 temperatures on Montreal Rd in Vanier a suburb of Ottawa on Jan. 4,2012. She was out on the sidewalk walking along the same block for 90 minutes.
Leafs pound Jets in Gustavsson's first shutout of season
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Dion Phaneuf checks Winnipeg Jets forward Evander Kane in the first period.
How budget cuts will affect military - and force U.S. to pick its battles
A colour guard of U.S. and Chinese flags awaits the plane of China's President Hu Jintao at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland in this April 12, 2010 file photo. U.S. President Barack Obama unveiled a defense strategy on Jan. 5, 2012 that would expand the U.S. military presence in Asia but shrink the overall size of the force.
Vintners hail drive to cut down strict border rules on wine sales
The B.C. Liberal government has offered tepid support to pull down the cross-border restrictions, but it has fallen to Adrian Dix, the leader of the B.C. New Democratic Party, to champion the interests of business.
Why Drummond's doomsday report is not all bad for the Premier
Adam Radwanski
Mayor's bargaining position challenges security of unionized workers
Critics are calling Toronto Mayor Rob Ford's bargaining position in contract talks “extreme.”
One way to break up your kids' fight: Call the police
Add sexy singing to impressive talents of MacKay's new bride
Nazanin Afshin-Jam performs at Borders Bookstore where she gave an acoustic performance promoting both her latest CD and her human rights efforts in Chicago, Illinois on June 29, 2007.
Canadian juniors wrestle emotions of 'bittersweet' bronze
Canada's Tanner Pearson battles Finland's Ville Pokka in the first period of their bronze-medal game.
Accused Rwandan war criminal set for deportation
Léon Mugesera, left, and lawyer Guy Bertrand ponder questions of a news conference on June 29, 2005 in Quebec City.
Swedes, Russians battle to the bitter end for world junior glory
Sweden's Rickard Rakell tries to get a shot past Andrei Makarov as Daniil Apalkov chases in the first period.
A Bold start to the year for RIM
Jenny McCarthy took photos with a BlackBerry Bold at the New Year's Eve bash in Times Square.
Exotic vegetables coming soon from a farmer near you
A basket containing some of the exotic vegetables being grown at Vineland Research and Innovation Center as part of a pilot program supported by a team of scientists, farmers, retailers and the federal government aimed to produce exotic vegetables in Canada.
Defensive backs coach Barron Miles jumps ship from Lions to Roughriders
Barron Miles won the Tom Pate Award while playing for the Montreal Alouettes in 2004.
Eskimos defensive co-ordinator Rich Stubler decides against return to club
After Ontario Superior Court judge's slip-up, appeal seeks new trial for 'Mr. Guilty'
Energy board denies Toronto Hydro rate hike for system upgrade
Toronto Hydro wants to increase rates to upgrade more than $1-billion in infrastructure.
UniCredit stock sale paces plunge in European banking sector
Shoppers on the first day of the new year sales in Rome: European banks took a drubbing Thursday after UniCredit SpA, Italy’s largest lender, decided to raise capital through a stock sale at a price more than 40 per cent below the bank’s already depressed market levels.
Sins of the father
Al-Munzir Es-Sayyid, far left, sits with his mother, second from left, and five siblings in Toronto in 2004.
Weaker Tea and a stronger establishment
U.S. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney speaks in front of Senator John McCain in Salem, N.H., on Thursday.
Janyk comes back from injury to place in slalom top 15
Skier Mike Janyk was pleased with his finish in the top 15 after recovering from a foot injury.
Interactive advertising? There's a mobile app for that
An interactive ad for Ford showing at Cineplex theatres asks viewers with smartphones to choose whether they would rather follow 'him' or 'her.'
Connacher Oil's strategy shift leaves shareholders fuming
Connacher Oil CEO Richard Gusella: 'I’m looking at Freedom 85 now. I’m not planning to retire any time soon at all.'
Canadian Alex Gough wins third luge medal in four races
Canada's Alex Gough won the bronze medal Thursday.
Universe? Yes. Women? No. Hawking admits ladies are still a mystery
In this Thursday, April 26, 2007 file photo physicist Stephen Hawking answers questions during an interview in Orlando, Fla.
Fiat to become less Italian
Union to Bloor subway down
Samsung forecasts best profit ever
A staff member inspects a cellphone at Samsung's main showroom in Seoul.
Canucks brace for lone visit to Death Valley
Vancouver Canucks forward Henrik Sedin during the first period against the Minnesota Wild at Rogers Arena on Jan. 4, 2011.
U.S. stocks poised to deliver 10% returns: BlackRock
Brian Burke laments the eclipse of the NHL enforcer
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brian Burke said he laments the disappearance of the NHL enforcer while announcing the demotion to the minors of Leafs tough guy Colton Orr.
A dimming outlook for profits
Vancouver mayor's former foster son surrenders to police
Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson, centre, is joined by his wife Amy, centre right, as they celebrate after he was re-elected in a civic election in Vancouver, B.C., on Nov. 19. The man on far left in black is Jinagh Farrouch Navas-Rivas.
Want better employees? Ask better questions in job interviews
Want better employees? Ask better questions in the hiring interview, new book advises
High-yield corporate bonds are looking safer
Cangene chops 120 jobs, shakes up management
Cangene chops 120 jobs, shakes up management
Gold watchers see 2012 rally
Gold bars
I Dance For You, by Nazanin Afshin-Jam
Screen grab from video of Nazanin Afshin-Jam singing "I Dance For You"
Someday, by Nazanin
Screen grab of Nazanin Afshin-Jam singing the song "Someday"
Ikea recalls faulty high-chair belt
Ikea is recalling the belts of its ANTILOP high chair.
Shark skin may be the secret to stopping bacterial growth
Shannon Marie Connolly-Rheaume
Shannon Marie Connolly-Rheaume
On Twelfth Night, we burn the Christmas tree
Canada beats Finland to salvage bronze medal at world juniors
Team Canada's goalie Mark Visentin posted a shutout in the squad's 4-0 bronze-medal win over Finland Thursday afternoon.
Toronto baker's song mistaken as Radiohead demo
Chris Stopa
Watch the food court proposal gone bad
Tuition rebate to be funded by cutting expenditures, Ontario says
University of Toronto students work at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education building Monday, November 15, 2010.
Marriage proposals gone horribly wrong
Healthy Eating Jump-Start Day 5: Eat more veggies
Penticton makes top 10 best destinations in world
The survey says Penticton is becoming a year-round vacation hot spot with its beautiful beaches, a burgeoning wine industry and many outdoor activities.
Blue Bombers name broadcaster new CEO
Garth Buchko is the first permanent president and CEO of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers since 2009.
The not-Radiohead song
Screen grab from YouTube video of song by a Toronto musician that was mistakenly identified as a lost Radiohead track called "Putting Ketchup in the Fridge"
Secret SHO stopper won't impress the neighbours
2011 Ford Taurus SHO
Harper decries threat of Iran to world peace, says sanctions working
In this picture released by Iranian Students News Agency, ISNA, on Monday, Jan. 2, 2012, a Ghader missile is launched at the shore of sea of Oman during Iran's navy drill. Iran test-fired a surface-to-surface cruise missile on Monday during a drill that the country's navy chief said proved Tehran was in complete control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, the passageway for one-sixth of the world's oil supply. The missile, called Ghader, or Capable in Farsi, was described as an upgraded version of a missile that has been in service before.
Silver enters seasonal sweet spot for strength
Don Vialoux
Alcoa to cut global capacity by 12%
A worker inspects a finished rolls of aluminum at the Alcoa Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Ind.
10 tips to conquer the clutter
Mother of accused arsonist feared her arrest would drive son to 'deadly' choices
Arson suspect Harry Burkhart is shown in a courtroom sketch being held by Los Angeles Sheriff deputies during his hearing in Los Angeles on Jan. 4, 2012.
I don't like being with my mopey friend
Lynn Coady
Funky food on the way
A box containing pinestripe eggplant grown at Vineland Research and Innovation Centre, where a pilot program supported by a team of scientists, farmers, retailers and the federal government is aimed to produce exotic vegetables in Canada.
Our lusty behaviour: Science tries to explain sex and love
Is it okay to flush expired medications?
Dundee bolsters sales desk with hires from GMP
Senator Mike Duffy on tech etiquette
Senator Mike Duffy
The close: Dow, TSX flat as investors weigh Europe woes against U.S. economic news
NHL suspends Barch 1 game for comment to Subban
orida Panthers right wing Krys Barch
When it comes to films, there is no statistic to measure magic
Can't do this at home: Moviegoers watch "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs 3D" at Scotiabank Theatre in Toronto on July 2, 2009.
In Pictures: Dakar a wild ride on two wheels or four
Duncan Vos and co-driver Robert Howie, both from South Africa, drive their Toyota during the first stage of the 2012 Argentina-Chile-Peru Dakar Rally between Mar del Plata and Santa Rosa de la Pampa, Argentina, Sunday Jan. 1, 2012. This is the fourth consecutive year the event is being held in South America. This year the race begins in Argentina, passes through Chile, and finishes in Lima, Peru, on Jan. 15.
Visentin perfect in Canada's bronze-medal win
Hockey fans are seen prior to the Canada vs Finland bronze medal game at the IIHF World Junior Championships
Iranian director on the cusp of a breakthrough
Shahab Hosseini in a scene from "A Separation."
Toronto real estate market 'the hottest:' BMO
Toronto real estate market ‘the hottest:’ BMO
Defence stocks hold line after Obama spending cuts
The Wattage Meter: How bright are these stars shining?
Actors Justin Timberlake (L) and Jessica Biel arrive for the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala "The Model As Muse: Embodying Fashion" in New York May 4, 2009.
Is it fair to want my kid to be a foodie?
Desjardins names Tim Hortons as a top pick for 2012
An employee pours a cup of Tim Hortons coffee.
Mitt Romney's wife has her work cut out for her
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, accompanied by his wife, Ann, speaks during a caucus day rally at the Temple for Performing Arts, Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Don't take what your kids say so personally
McGuinty vows to protect health care, education amid deep cuts
Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty wants Prime Minister Stephen Harper to put conditions on health transfers to provinces.
Barnes & Noble may spin off Nook, shares plunge
Eyeing anglo coup, Quebec's new party courts former Liberal MP
Veteran Liberal Marlene Jennings, who was defeated in the 2011 election, speaks in the House of Commons on Oct. 6, 2009.
In the West we're mostly social media 'lurkers'
A Facebook page is displayed on a computer screen in Brussels April 21, 2010.
Google, loved by analysts, gets downgraded twice
Google
U.S. company earnings are about to get a lot uglier in 2012
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange Wednesday, March 16
Ontario students can start applying for tuition rebates
University of Toronto students work at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education building Monday, November 15, 2010.
Garth Buchko named new CEO of Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Garth Buchko, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers new president and CEO, speaks to media at a press conference in Winnipeg, Thursday.
Is talk of euro abandonment good for the soul?
1-euro coin
Tax inspectors hit jackpot at posh Italian ski resort
Italian tax officials reported that of 251 luxury cars checked in the ski resort town, 42 belonged to people 'who could barely make ends meet' on their declared incomes.
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