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November 17

Tax the rich to bail out Uncle Sam? It’s not as simple as it seems
New U.S. $20 bills a printed in Washington in October of 2006.
Montreal's Patrick Cote gets elusive win at UFC 154
Tracy, Riggleman lead the way as Blue Jays zero in on new manager: Report
This is a 2009 file photo showing Colorado Rockies manager Jim Tracy. Tracy won the NL Manager of the Year award, Wednesday Nov. 18, 2009.
Four first period goals help Marlies dominate Bulldogs
Hamilton Bulldogs' Mike Blunden fights for control of the puck with Toronto Marlies' Leo Komarov during first period AHL action in Hamilton, Ont., on Friday, November 16, 2012.
The Road to the Vanier Cup
Laval University Rouge et Or Antoine Leduc celebrates scoring the last touchdown in a winning game against Acadia Axemen at CIS Uteck Bowl action Saturday, November 17, 2012 in Quebec City. Axemen Evan Williams, behind, looks on.
McMaster returns to Vanier Cup with rout of Calgary
McMaster University Marauders quarterback Kyle Quinlan is tackled by University of Calgary Dinos' Tye Noble during first half Mitchell Bowl football action in Hamilton, Ontario, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012.
Justin Trudeau says it’s too soon to declare victory in Liberal leadership race
FILE PHOTO: Federal Liberal leadership hopeful Justin Trudeau talks with reporters after addressing students at Citadel High School in Halifax on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012.
Laval advances to Vanier Cup with dominating win over Acadia
Laval University Rouge et Or's Yannick Morin-Plante catches the football for a first down against Acadia University Axemen during the first half of their Uteck Cup college game at Laval University in Quebec City, November 17, 2012.
Senators’ Jared Cowen has hip surgery, will be out six to eight months
Boston Bruins left wing Brian Rolston (12) checks Ottawa Senators defenseman Jared Cowen (2) into the boards during the first period of an NHL game in Boston Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012.
Obama urged to consider no-fly zone in Syria
United States Senators Mark Udall, left, and John McCain attend the opening of the Halifax International Security Forum in Halifax on Friday, Nov. 16, 2012. Delegates will be discussing pressing security issues, including the impact of the American presidential election, the turmoil in Syria, cybersecurity and modern warfare.
How have your children challenged the limits of your love for them?
New $20 bill doesn’t work in some vending machines
A Bank of Canada employee holds the new $20 bill at the bank in Ottawa Wednesday May 2, 2012.
Kobe's unique solution to beating L.A. traffic
New Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant participates in practice under new head coach Mike D'Antoni (not pictured) at the Lakers' training facility in El Segundo, California November 15, 2012.
Man City take over top spot with easy win; Chelsea and United stumble
Manchester City's David Silva (3rd R) shoots past Aston Villa's Brad Guzan (2nd L) to score during their English Premier League match at The Etihad Stadium in Manchester, northern England November 17, 2012.
Arsenal capitalize after Tottenham’s Adebayor sent off
Arsenal's Jack Wilshere (3rd L) argues with Tottenham Hotspur's Emmanuel Adebayor (R) as Santi Garzola lies on the ground during their English Premier League match at the Emirates stadium in London November 17, 2012. Adebayor was sent off for the foul.
In Israel: Rocket warnings the new normal on Tel Aviv beaches
An Iron Dome rocket shield battery is deployed near Tel Aviv November 17, 2012. The Israeli military rushed a fifth Iron Dome anti-missile battery into service on Saturday and deployed it in the Tel Aviv area, the army said, underscoring concerns over the range of Palestinian rockets
Duhamel and Radford storm back to claim silver in Paris
Eric Radford, left, and Meagan Duhamel, right, of Canada, perform in the pairs free skating at the ISU Figure Skating Eric Bompard Trophy, at Bercy arena in Paris, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012.
In Gaza: Terror at night for trapped residents
Firefighters try to extinguish a fire at the scene of an Israeli air strike in Gaza City November 17, 2012. Israeli aircraft bombed Hamas government buildings in Gaza on Saturday, including the prime minister's office, after Israel's cabinet authorized the mobilization of up to 75,000 reservists, preparing for a possible ground invasion.
Tentative deal struck for some Ontario high school teachers
Ken Coran, middle, President of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) speaks to media outside Queen's Park in Toronto on Sept. 11, 2012
Three Downs, One Hundred Games - eBook Download
Meet some of the people in Andrew Solomon's book
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China’s ambassador to Canada tells critics to ‘shut up’ over espionage claims
Zhang Junsai, China's ambassador to Canada, poses at his Ottawa residence.
What's the biggest political challenge for Pauline Marois? Not sovereignty
PQ leader and Quebec Premier Pauline Marois gestures during a sit down interview with Globe and Mail reporter at her office in Quebec City Thursday November 15, 2012.
Why modern electric vehicles are like cars from 1905
All the cars in the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run must be pre-1905 to qualify.
McCain ‘surprised’ by Petraeus testimony on Benghazi
Senator John McCain is calling for a select committee to investigate the attack in Benghazi, Libya, that killed four Americans.
In U.S. energy renaissance, flares of fear for Alberta’s oil patch
Bright natural gas flares dot the North Dakota landscape amid an oil boom that is changing the energy dynamics of North America.
A taboo thought in Pakistan: What if U.S. drones work?
U.K. author James Bridle has been tracking reports of drone-strike sites, locating satellite pictures on Google Maps and posting them to Instagram.com, a project he calls Dronestagram. This a Yemenit village that was reportedly struck.
Canada could benefit from bigger ‘environmental markets’: study
Bakken oil boom threatens Canadian producers
Bright natural gas flares dot the North Dakota landscape amid an oil boom that is changing the energy dynamics of North America.
Doug Saunders: Peak Oil? More like Peak Canada
Doug Saunders
Celebrate boys’ boyness – and work with it
Margaret Wente
The daily shame of Quebec’s rotten state
Jeffrey Simpson
Keeping your BMW connected
BMW ConnectedDrive’s connectivity is based on a phone’s data connection, Bluetooth, USB and a dedicated BMW Connected app on iOS.
How The Weeknd became R&B’s next big thing
The Weeknd is seen here performing at the RBC Royal Bank Bluesfest in Ottawa on Sunday, July 15, 2012.
Expect to pay at least $100,000 for this used Audi
Other than a price change and a minor power upgrade, the 2010 and 2011 editions of the Audi R8 were virtually identical.
How to get up close (but not too personal) in polar bear country
Armed guards watch closely as guests of Seal River Lodge focus on getting a great shot.
Momofuku Shoto: Yes, it’s the best restaurant in Toronto. Here’s why
Shoto tasting bar at Toronto's Momofuku restaurant.
Do Rob Ford’s Don Bosco students need saving? It’s complicated
Mayor Rob Ford's Don Bosco Eagles defeated the Northern Red Knights 31-0 in the Metro Bowl Qualifier played at Birchmount Stadium in Toronto.
November 17: Your daily horoscope
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How do I keep my bangs straight on damp days?
Spiced-rubbed pork tenderloin with roasted apple compote
Spiced-rubbed pork tenderloin with roasted apple compote
Proudly Albertan fashion star marks a career milestone
Raisin hell: the case against overripe red wines
Beppi Crosariol
The Phantoms: A moving tale of healing after tragedy
John Doyle
Andy Roddick defeats Milos Raonic at Face-Off exhibition tennis match
Andy Roddick, left, of the United States, and Milos Raonic, of Canada, shake hands after Roddick won the Regions Morgan Keegan Championships tennis tournament Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011, in Memphis, Tenn.
Malaysia, Egypt call for help to end Gaza violence
A Palestinian Hamas militant walks in the rubble of the destroyed house of Hamas militant Mohammad Abu Shmala, following an Israeli air strike in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, Friday, Nov. 16, 2012.
Clement outlines which departments set to lose jobs
Treasury Board President Tony Clement on Friday said he believes a ‘leaner, more affordable government’ will help lead to a balanced budget.
B.C. suspends visa program after suspicious surge in applications
FILE PHOTO:  30 workers, most recent immigrants, that were rescued from a remote forestry camp in Golden, B.C.
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