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October 30

For the umpteenth time, Toronto FC regroups
Toronto FC English defender Richard Eckersley (left) and French forward Eric Hassli attend an end-of-season soccer news conference in Toronto, Tuesday, Oct.30, 2012.
Impact look to smooth out some bumps
Defender Alessandro Nesta slips on his new jersey after signing with the Montreal Impact Friday, July 6, 2012 in Montreal.
Ground breaking for the Globe's new headquarters
Globe and Mail executives and staff during a ground breaking ceremony Oct 30, 2012 on the site of the new building that will house the newspaper's headquarters. (Moe Doiron/The Globe and Mail)
Best pictures from October 30
In this Monday, Oct. 29, 2012 photo, a rebel sniper aims at a Syrian army position, seen with another rebel fighter reflected in a mirror, in a residential building in the Jedida district of Aleppo, Syria. Syrian fighter jets pounded rebel areas across the country on Monday with scores of airstrikes that anti-regime activists called the most widespread bombing in a single day since Syria's troubles started 19 months ago. (AP Photo/Narciso Contreras).
Alberta’s whistleblower bill too weak to make much noise, critics say
Polish military prosecutors deny explosives found on jet wreckage
Polish military prosecutor Ireneusz Szelag, left, and press spokesman Zbigniew Rzepa arrive for a news conference in Warsaw on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012. Polish prosecutors denied a newspaper report that investigators found traces of explosives on the wreckage of the government jet that crashed in Russia two years ago, killing Poland’s president Lech Kaczynski and 95 others.
Glory days here again for UofT Varsity Blues?
Darren Lowe, the U of T men's hockey coach during a practice with his team at Varsity Arena inToronto, Ontario on Oct. 16, 2012. The Blues, who were once an annual national powerhouse in hockey, have fallen on tough times in recent years.
Kamloops secures the 2014 Brier
Skip Randy Ferbey watches his rock while playing against Team Howard during the 2009 Canadian Olympic Curling Trials in Edmonton on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009. Four-time world champion Ferbey is retiring from competitive curling. He says he made the decision just over a week ago.
New York Marathon to go ahead this weekend
Pedestrians walk past a submerged taxi in Brooklyn, New York, October 29, 2012 as Hurricane Sandy made landfall in the northeastern United States. Hurricane Sandy began battering the U.S. East Coast on Monday with fierce winds and driving rain, as the monster storm shut down transportation, shuttered businesses and sent thousands scrambling for higher ground hours before the worst was due to strike.
Council votes to extend ombudsman’s contract
City of Toronto ombudsman Fiona Crean chats with Karen Stintz during an afternoon session of city council on Oct 4 2012. The Toronto ombudsman had earlier presented a report investigating the administration of the appointments of the public appointments process.
Most players on Quebec junior team sign up, CHLPA says
New Yorkers rise to the challenge of taking back their city after Sandy
People stop along the Brooklyn waterfront to photograph the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline, Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012 in New York. Much of lower Manhattan is without electric power following the impact of superstorm Sandy.
Clean-energy stakeholders ‘hedging toward optimism’ while awaiting direction from B.C.
BC Hydro electricity meters. The clean energy sector is looking for clear signals about the industry’s future from British Columbia’s Liberals and NDP heading in to the 2013 election.
With playoff spot set, Argos rest Ray
Toronto Argonauts quarterback Ricky Ray drops back to throw a pass against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the first half of their CFL football game in Toronto October 19, 2012.
Rush hails ‘all-star’ crew in four-man bobsled
Canada's Lyndon Rush (C), Jesse Lumsden (R), Cody Sorenson (L) and Neville Wright push off the start line during Men's World Cup Bobsleigh in Whistler, British Columbia February 4, 2012. The team placed third in the race.
Ottawa makes more room in immigration quota for fast-growing class
Immigration Minister Jason Kenney responds to a question during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa on Tuesday.
NHL could shoot itself in the foot by cancelling Winter Classic
A worker sprays water on the Winter Classic logo of the outdoor rink for the 2012 NHL Winter Classic ice hockey game at the ballpark in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, December 29, 2011.
‘Frankenstorm’ joins lexicon of weird weather events
Hurricane Sandy is seen on the east coast of the United States in this NASA handout satellite image taken at 16:00 GMT on October 28, 2012.
Alberta officials to investigate Oilers owner’s donation to Tories
Edmonton Oilers owner Daryl Katz, left, speaks with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman during a game between the Oilers and the Atlanta Thrashers in February, 2011.
Map: 955 East Hastings St., Vancouver
955 East Hastings St., Vancouver
Superstorm bolsters Obama’s big government argument
Konrad Yakabuski
Vancouver council approves Downtown Eastside condo project
A rendering of the proposed condominium complex on East Hastings Street in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.
French alive and well in Canada, official-languages watchdog says
Official languages commissioner Graham Fraser speaks to the Globe and Mail editorial board.
Tories went off 2011 script, quietly cut spending by $8-billion
Finance Minister Jim Flaherty speaks with the media in the foyer of the House of Commons on Parliament Hill Tuesday.
In pictures: Giller finalists hit the red carpet in Toronto
Presenter and Canadian soprano Measha Brueggergosman, left, joins nominee Kim Thuy on the Giller red carpet.
Will Ferguson’s lucky number: Author takes Giller Prize for ‘419’
Author Will Ferguson hoists his prize at Tuesday night's Giller gala in Toronto.
Blue Jays considering former All-Star Matt Williams for manager: Report
iPad Mini: A little less tablet than you’d expect
The iPad Mini is only unimpressive when compared to its fellow iThings: It’s the best total package for a “small” tablet on the market, even if it’s not a device that puts much more space between Apple and its pursuers.
New York hospital vice-president hails rescuers as heroes
Medical workers assist a patient into an ambulance during an evacuation of New York University Tisch Hospital, after its backup generator failed when the power was knocked out by superstorm Sandy, Oct. 29, 2012.
Issues plague playoff-bound Whitecaps
Vancouver Whitecaps' Barry Robson, of Scotland, celebrates after scoring the team's second goal against the Los Angeles Galaxy during the first half of an MLS soccer game in Vancouver, B.C., on Wednesday July 18, 2012.
Legendary UN adviser Newton Bowles held record for service
Newton Bowles stands in front of signage at UNICEF House in March, 2004.
Rezoning for high-rises at odds with West End’s character, critics charge
Brent Jang
High-speed rail project a potent election issue on streets of Bakersfield
John Spaulding, a union official whose members would benefit from the construction, insists that the bullet-train-line project will be a huge boon for the struggling city of Bakersfield, Calif.
Raptors hopes for turnaround run through Bargnani
Toronto Raptors forward Andrea Bargnani puts up a shot against Boston Celtics forward Jermaine O'Neal (R) during the first half of their pre-season NBA basketball game in Toronto December 18, 2011. The Raptors face the Indiana Pacers in their regular season-opener on Wednesday.
Blue Jays' ace Romero denies elbow pain affected his performance
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Ricky Romero throws against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning of their MLB Grapefruit League baseball game in Dunedin, Florida, March 6, 2012. The Blue Jays announced on Tuesday that Romero will have elbow surgery.
Five reasons to like Johnson & Johnson
John Heinzl
Battered Talisman Energy eyes a frugal future
Talisman Energy president and CEO Hal Kvisle unveiled four cost-cutting goals for the Calgary-based company on Tuesday.
Random House-Penguin merger to squeeze Canadian publishers
The merger between Penguin and Random House comes at a time of extreme uncertainty in the industry worldwide as booksellers and publishers fight to weather the digital and economic storm.
Toronto strip club among dozens of businesses reimbursed for G20 losses
Zanzibar strip bar on Yonge Street in Toronto.
Pressure mounts with Tories ready to ratify China trade deal by Thursday
Canada's Prime Minister Stephen Harper walks with China's President Hu Jintao on Parliament Hill in 2010.
Celestica out to prove there is life after RIM
David Milstead
Airlines were prepared for superstorm
A traveller takes a picture of a flight monitor showing all flights cancelled at LaGuardia airport in New York Oct. 28, 2012.
Michael Ignatieff’s wise reflections
Michael Ignatieff, professor at the University of Toronto's Munk School of Global Affairs and former Liberal Party leader, sits in his former parliamentary chair at his office at Massey College in Toronto on Sept. 28, 2012.
Shining a light into Greece’s dark corners should not be a crime
Greek editor Costas Vaxevanis arrives at a court in Athens.
For Marois, a crackdown and a conundrum
Sophie Cousineau
After ref controversy, Chelsea, Manchester United ready for rematch
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney makes a late tackle on Chelsea's Eden Hazard to earn himself a yellow card during their English Premier League soccer match at Stamford Bridge in London October 28, 2012. Manchester United won 3-2. The two teams face each other again in League Cup play on Wednesday.
PEI, Saskatchewan premiers to face off in Movember challenge
Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall, middle, is shown with PEI Premier Robert Ghiz at left in July, 2012.
Feeling lucky? Lottery, inheritance part of many Canadians' financial plan: poll
One-third of Canadian respondents to a new survey by Credit Canada Debt Solutions and Capital One Canada admit their financial plans include counting on winning the lottery or receiving a large inheritance.
Penguin ads take a suggestive turn
Slogans including ‘Our readers come first,’ are part of a campaign launched Monday to promote the publisher’s erotic fiction.
Raptors Valanciunas finally ready to make NBA debut
Toronto Raptors' Jonas Valanciunas looks on during a break in play against the Detroit Pistons during the first half of their NBA preseason basketball game in Toronto, October 12, 2012. REUTERS/Mark Blinch (CANADA - Tags: SPORT BASKETBALL)
Carney pushes tax incentives to boost spending
‘There’s an opportunity to boost productivity,’ Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney told the finance committee.
Canadian Sacre makes the most of being last pick in NBA draft
Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0), of Turkey, battles Los Angeles Lakers Canadian center Robert Sacre, right in the second half of an NBA preseason basketball game, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, in Los Angeles. Sacre, a 23-year-old seven-footer from North Vancouver, B.C., was not selected in the first round last June. In fact, he was the last pick (60th overall) in the two-round NBA draft.
Ford gets breathing room on fixing ailing European business
Ford CEO Alan Mulally.
Help! My RSI is so bad I can’t do a push-up
Theft by retail workers on increase: study
Theft by retail workers on increase: study
Approach finding a job like a job
Julie Labrie
OSC targets corporate ‘gatekeepers’
The Ontario Securities Commission.
Afghanistan veterans sue over disability payments
Corporal Brad Quast sits beside his cane while putting on boots in his Edmonton home on Dec. 11, 2010.
President’s Choice's tasteless Sandy tweet: They weren't the only ones…
Galen Weston in a President's Choice commercial.
Four rules to cultivate your career passion
Demolition begins on Queen Street building damaged by fire
Czech club fined after Flyers right-winger Wayne Simmonds racially abused in game
In this file photo, Team Canada gold medal winning junior hockey player Wayne Simmonds, of Pickering, Ont., (right) signs autographs as he arrives home at Pearson International Airport in Toronto, Sunday, January 6, 2008. The Philadelphia Flyers, right-winger was the target of racial abuse during a Czech League game on Sunday.
Dynamic Funds focuses on fixed income with new hires
Dynamic Funds focuses on fixed income with new hires
Quebec retailer Maison Simons takes its eclectic style west
CEO Peter Simons: ‘There are people who question whether our concept can survive outside of Quebec ... I’m out to prove them wrong.’
Australian coal magnate sells 350 of his dreams
A Patinack Farm horse walks on stage for auction in Australia. Nathan Tinkler started Patinack Farm in 2007 and, in 2008, spent A$19-million on 59 horses.
A Good Day kicks off Australian mining magnate’s horse sale
An auctioneer’s assistant gestures to a bidder at the Magic Millions sales complex on Australia’s Gold Coast Oct. 30, 2012.
Where to buy: The world's cheapest stock markets
Chrysler chief to Romney campaign: Jeep not moving to China
Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne
End of an era: Ydessa Hendeles has closed her Toronto gallery doors
Ydessa Hendeles receives the Order of Canada at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Friday, March 11, 2005.
Council votes to sell 55 of TCHC's single-family houses
Front view of the house located on on 44 Maclean Ave., owned by Toronto Housing Corportation, Toronto March 17, 2011
Canada may be left behind in U.S. factory resurgence
Scott Barlow
Wind chairman joins Vancouver tech startup board
Anthony Lacavera, WIND Mobile Chairman, is seen in the WIND mobile store at the Holt Renfrew centre in Toronto on Dec. 15, 2010.
Top 5 marketing options for small business
Mailbox with letter.
Lots of Facebook friends, one poutine empire
Smoke’s Poutinerie owner Ryan Smolkin, right, serves customers at the chain’s Adelaide West location in Toronto. Employees sport the company’s mascot on their shirts.
Buffett and Brookfield: New partners in real estate
Berkshire Hathaway chairman Warren Buffett
Haz-mat team arrests Caledon man in sewer who was fleeing police
Store-bought or handmade? What Halloween costumes say about your parenting
Amber, 4 months, as an owl
Ottawa investigating foreign worker permits for miners
Coal is loaded onto a cart at a coal mine.
Top 3 things to decide before starting a marketing campaign
Before jumping into any marketing campaign, business owners need to figure out who they’re targeting, experts say.
Telefonica Germany shares rise on debut
Rene Schuster, CEO of Telefonica‘s German unit, attends the initial public offering of the company at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange Oct. 30, 2012.
Renegade Petroleum swaps growth for yield
Renegade Petroleum swaps growth for yield
An unfettered PetroBakken likely to draw suitors
David Parkinson
Sandy losses may be twice the $4.5-billion Irene price tag
Brian Hajeski, 41, of Brick, N.J., reacts after looking at debris of a home that washed up on to the Mantoloking Bridge the morning after superstorm Sandy rolled through, Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012, in Mantoloking, N.J.
New passport watermark images lacking diversity, report says
Images to be included in the new Canadian passport design.
9 friendly neighbourhood zoo animals celebrating Halloween
Raja, a Komodo Dragon, bites a carved pumpkin during a Halloween-themed media event at the London Zoo.
Spanish banks sap profits with ‘desperate’ price war
A woman walks past a Santander bank branch in central Madrid in a file photo. Spain’s central bank lifted penalties on high interest offers in August.
‘Lack of a career path’ drives out talent
Human brain and colorful question mark
Go warm-water whale watching in Maui
Give UBS credit, but not too much
Sergio Ermotti, CEO of Swiss bank UBS.
Fiat slashes targets due to languishing European sales
Fiat cars are seen at a dealership in Rome Oct. 30, 2012. Fiat downshifted its full-year forecasts to the lower end of its range on Tuesday and said net debt would overshoot a previous target.
Stars align for collaboration at Stratford Shakespeare Festival
Another gamble pays off for Opera Atelier
Opera Atelier moved into the 19th century for the first time with a production of Carl Maria von Weber’s masterpiece, Der Freischutz. 20121025 Opera Atelier _ DerFreischutz _DressRehearsal The company of Der Freischütz (The Marksman). Photo by Bruce Zinger
Blackface, really? 3 ways to avoid cultural insensitivity on Halloween
A production scheduled in Berlin of Bruce Norris's satire Clybourne Park, which has won the Pulitzer, Tony and U.K. theatre Olivier Awards, about class divisions and race relations, was cancelled by the playwright himself when he learned that one of black characters in the play would be played by a white German actress in blackface.
'Snow White and the 7 Droids' and other reactions to the Disney-Lucasfilm deal
Mission Hill Reserve Pinot Gris 2010 (British Columbia)
Frescobaldi Albizzia Chardonnay 2011 (Italy)
Oveja Negra Single Vineyard Carmenere (Chile)
Assassins Creed III: Liberation is a Vita Yankee-doodle dandy
Assassin’s Creed III: Liberation is a technical marvel that shows off just how powerful Sony’s portable PlayStation Vita is, not to mention how well it replicates the home console experience
Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Blanc 2011 (France)
Maritavora Tinto 2008 (Portugal)
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