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Milos Raonic bemoans high-profile withdrawals from Rogers Cup
Milos Raonic of Canada returns a shot to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France at the All England Lawn Tennis Club at Wimbledon, in London, at the 2012 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 31, 2012. Tsonga won the match 6-3, 3-6, 25-23. The third set was the longest set in Olympic history.
A long time coming for Canadian trampolinist Rosannagh MacLennan
Canada's Rosannagh MacLennan, from King City, Ont., performs her gold medal routine during the women's trampoline at the 2012 Olympic Games in London on Saturday, August 4, 2012.
Crash kills father, daughter; mother in critical condition
Canada finds its form ahead of crucial women's Olympic soccer semi-final against U.S.
Canada's Jonelle Filigno celebrates scoring against Britain in the women's quarterfinal soccer match in Coventry at the City of Coventry stadium at the London 2012 Olympic Games August 3, 2012.
Knight Capital to get $400-million lifeline, but at steep cost
Oldershaw moving out of van Koeverden’s shadow at London 2012
Olympic hopeful Mark Oldershaw(canoe/kayak) is photograhed at the Delta Meadowvale Hotel in Mississauga, Ont. Nov. 2/2011.
From washing planes to building one of Canada’s largest regional carriers
Jim Glass for Obit. Credit: Transwest Air
Political poultry and other weekend stories you should read
Todd Partridge, left, kisses partner Wes Thomas, right, during National Same Sex Kiss Day at Chick-fil-A in Houston, Texas. on Richmond Avenue in support for love, equality, and the real definition of family Friday, Aug. 3, 2012,  ()
Marois’s promise of sovereignty short on details
Parti Québécois Leader Pauline Marois arrives for a campaign rally in Montreal on Sunday.
One love: Five Jamaican-Canadians remember independence day
Lorna Goodison, a poet and author who lives in Halfmoon Bay, B.C., was a schoolgirl when Jamaica achieved its independence in 1962.
In 9.63 seconds, Usain Bolt gives Jamaica its birthday wish
Jamaica's Usain Bolt celebrates winning the men's 100m final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 5, 2012.
Harper government to introduce law to allow private property on reserves
John Ibbitson
Best pictures from August 5
A man jumps in the sea form a rock at the caves area in Ayia Napa resort near Cavo Greco in southeast of capital Nicosia, Cyprus, Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012.
In Syria, is bloody history repeating itself?
Fighting between rebels and pro-government forces in Syria has the potential to become as intractable as the Balkan conflicts. A Free Syrian Army fighter runs after a Syrian Army tank shell exploded in the Salah al- Din neighbourhood of central Aleppo August 5, 2012. REUTERS/Goran Tomasevic (SYRIA - Tags: CIVIL UNREST POLITICS TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)
Igor Sijsling takes Odlum Brown crown
Igor Sijsling of the Netherlands defeated Ukraine’s Sergei Bubka 6-1, 7-5 in the final of the Odlum Brown Vancouver Open on Sunday.
Veterans ask for audit of food amidst complaints about quality of meals at hospital
NWT Premier throws support behind Alberta over pipeline
Kittyhawk boat is Canada’s link to aviation pioneer Orville Wright
Guy Johnstone, here with his wife, Kathy, says he’s restored Kittyhawk three times. Guy and Kathy Johnstone acquired legendary aviator Orville Wright's boat, Kittyhawk, after Kathy's father Wilfred France passed away and have since refurbished it, August 3, 2012. France ran a hotel in Franceville where Orville used to vacation and looked after the boat after Wright died, eventually purchasing it in 1952.
The fight for transgender equality in B.C. lags behind gains made by others
Miss Universe Canada contestant and transgender beauty queen Jenna Talackova waves to onlookers during the 35th Annual Gay Pride Parade in Vancouver, Aug. 5, 2012.
Gold rush quashes Britain’s doubt at London 2012
Andy Murray of Great Britain celebrates after defeating Novak Djokovic of Serbia at the All England Lawn Tennis Club at Wimbledon, in London, at the 2012 Summer Olympics, Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. Murray defeated Roger Federer on Sunday for the gold medal.
Looking to the past and present on Victoria’s 150th anniversary
The B.C. Legislature is seen reflected in the waters of Victoria Harbor as its exterior is outlined in lights in Victoria, B.C., Jan. 15, 2012.
Mexican police investigating death of Canadian in Puerto Vallarta
Alberto Salazar proves Africans can be beaten in Olympic marathon
The full moon rises through the Olympic Rings hanging beneath Tower Bridge during the London 2012 Olympic Games August 3, 2012.
Social media ‘weiplomacy’ teaching Canada’s Beijing embassy new tricks
The Black Keys get theirs (and the crowd does too)
Dan Auerbach from The Black Keys performs at Lollapalooza in Chicago's Grant Park on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012.
Olympic coverage earns mixed reviews at halfway mark
Veteran CTV broadcaster Brian Williams is photographed on set at the broadcast centre in London, Tuesday, July 24/2012.
Olympic coverage earns mixed reviews at halfway mark
Veteran CTV broadcaster Brian Williams is photographed on set at the broadcast centre in London, Tuesday, July 24/2012.
Expats feeling pinch as Cayman Islands proposes first-ever income tax
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With ‘truce’ call, Pauline Marois tries to have it both ways
PQ leader Pauline Marois and candidate and former student leader Leo Bureau-Blouin respond to questions during a news conference Thursday, August 2, 2012 in Laval, Que.
Could India’s power outage have been a blessing in disguise?
An Indian girl walks a narrow lane beneath a power pole with high-voltage cables coiling around at a slum in Mumbai, India, Friday, Aug. 3, 2012. India suffered the worst blackouts in history this week, which left over 600 million people without power.
Two Canadians advance to Tuesday's Olympic high jump final
Canada's Derek Drouin, from Corunna, Ont., clears 2.26 metres in the men's high jump qualifications at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, Sunday, August 5, 2012.
Shootings a new blow to beleaguered U.S. Sikhs
Officials gather near the Sikh Temple in Oak Creek in Wisconsin August 5, 2012 following a mass shooting inside and outside the Sikh Temple. A shooting during Sunday services at a Sikh temple left at least seven people dead, including a gunman, and at least three critically wounded, police and hospital officials said.
Falling fuel bills give Air Canada altitude on earnings
An Air Canada Boeing 767. While Canadian travellers are benefiting from the weaker euro, demand for flights taken by Europeans to Canada has dampened. An estimated one-fifth of Air Canada’s revenue is derived from transatlantic flights.
At Kinross, Tye Burt is gone but his troubled project remains
Kinross Gold Corporation CEO Tye Burt pauses during their annual general meeting for shareholders in Toronto, May 9, 2012. REUTERS/Mark Blinch (CANADA - Tags: BUSINESS)
Mountain rodeo race recalls days of chasing horses
Jimmy Lulua , left, and Roger William battle for second during the first heat of the mountain race at Nemiah Valley Rodeo Aug. 4, 2012.
How to find work in a stagnant job market
High expectations follow revamped BCE
Consensus estimates for BCE, which reports on Aug. 8, are for $4.96-billion in revenues and net income of $623-million.
For young job seekers, no relief in sight
After seven months of searching, new university graduate Amy Legate-Wolfe has been unable to find work in her desired field of broadcasting.
Reaction to Usain Bolt’s dominating performance in the fastest ever 100-metres Olympic final
Jamaica's Usain Bolt (L) leaps ahead to win the men's 100m final past countryman Yohan Blake (C) who took second and Tyson Gay of the USA (R) who took fourth during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic stadium in London August 5, 2012.
Commodities doldrums set to pinch earnings
Teck Resources Coal Mountain operation near Sparwood, B.C. Low commodities prices are pulling down resource-heavy Canadian stock markets.
Canada’s Far North was site of lifelong passion for Geoffrey Hattersley-Smith
Despite the toll that Geoffrey Hattersley-Smith's explorations in the Far North took on his body, the glaciologist delighted in his time in the region.
In Tana French’s ‘Broken Harbour’, broken lives
As Nordstrom's arrival looms, rival stores sharpen up
A recent study found Nordstrom tops in quality experience for customers among eight U.S. luxury retailers.
Canadian running back Andrew Harris showing the heart of a Lion
David Ebner
Irish Mission captures Breeders’ Stakes at Woodbine
Woodbine Racetrack.Jockey Alex Solis guides irish Mission over Aldous Snow in the Breeder's Stakes at Woodbine Racetrack.Irish Mission captures the third leg of the Canadian triple Crown for owner Robert Evans and trainer Mark Frostad.
Creditors take Yellow Media to court
Yellow Media’s bond holders are taking the publishing company to court over its restructuring plans
Bolt's historic 100 metre run
Jamaica's Usain Bolt reacts after winning the men's 100m final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 5, 2012. Bolt set an Olympic record with a time of 9.63 seconds
Online music sales and streaming grow, but the CD still reigns
The Wintermitts
As always, Alanis Morissette keeps us guessing
Alanis Morissette in Toronto on August 2, 2012. Morissette is releasing her seventh album, 'Havoc And Bright Lights,' on August 28.
How Billie Livingston hustled her real life into her fiction
Novelist Billie Livingstonin Vancouver's down town Eastside July 25, 2012.
Usain Bolt defends men's 100-metre title, captures gold in Olympic record time
Jamaica's Usain Bolt celebrates winning the men's 100m final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 5, 2012.
Up for a challenge? Embrace the Twitterverse
“We’re borne of mobile,” CEO Dick Costolo said in response to a moderator’s question about the difference between Facebook and Twitter. “We have an ad platform that already is inherently suited to mobile, even though we launched our platform on the Web and only started running ads on mobile recently.”
Olympic swimming was a meet of beginnings and ends
Canada's Brent Hayden kisses his starting block following his third place finish in the men's 100-meter freestyle swimming final at the Aquatics Centre in the Olympic Park during the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2012.
In pictures: Five faces of Ramadan observance
‘Ramadan makes me appreciate everything that I have,’ says accountant Alaa Hajjaj.
Rosalie Bertell
I’m a Granny, hear me rage
My week of using perfect grammar - no ifs, ands or OMGs about it
Parents can help with their girls’ depression
Shireen Ahmed hopes that open communication, sports and positive role models will help ease daughter Rumaysa Khan's transition to her teenage years. Rumaysa is athletic and plays soccer but also loves trying on her mother's shoes.
How Muslim Canadians cope with work, hot days and fasting during Ramadan
For Life Story on Ramadan August 6, 2012 (Farmer) During Ramadan, Suhair Abu-Khaled, pictured here with her husband, works the land on her vegetable farm for hours each day without food or water. She says if she didn’t feel different than on a regular day, there would be no point to Ramadan. Photo by Daniel Bitonti/The Globe and Mail
One return trip to space, please
VP’s genes help her stay lean but aren’t a ticket out of exercise
Danielle Lapierre is participating in the Tough Mudder, a 12-mile obstacle course and extreme challenge based on the training regime for the British Special Forces, with her son in August. July 16, 2012: Danielle Lapierre, Vice President and GM of Polar runs along the Ottawa River in Ottawa. DAVE CHAN for The Globe and Mail
Build a roller derby-worthy body with multidirectional lunges
Trampoline – not for the faint of heart (or body)
Jocelyne Finnigan flies through the air as she trains on a trampoline under the supervision of coach Bryson Kerrigan at Airborne Trampoline in Mississauga on July 27, 2012.
Why whole-grain health claims aren't always what they seem
16 killed in attack on Egypt's Sinai border
Canadians divers Abel and Heymans well off the podium, China’s Wu wins historic gold
China's Wu Minxia performs a dive during the women's 3m springboard final at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre August 5, 2012.
Competition too tough for Canadian Justyn Warner, bows out in 100-metre semis
Canada's Justyn Warner runs during the men's 100m round 1 heats at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 4, 2012.
Celebrity Recognition: Canada’s first gold gets MacLennan some Twitter love
Rosannagh Maclennan of Canada reacts at her score with compatriot Karen Cockburn (R) in the women's gymnastics trampoline final in the North Greenwich Arena during the London 2012 Olympic Games August 4, 2012.
Gold medal winner Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic still coming to Rogers Cup
Britain's Andy Murray holds his gold medal during the presentation ceremony after winning the men's singles tennis gold medal match against Switzerland's Roger Federer at the All England Lawn Tennis Club during the London 2012 Olympic Games August 5, 2012.
Canadian women’s water polo coach can only watch in London
Australia's Glencora Ralph chases after the ball during their women's water polo quarterfinal round against China at the Water Polo Arena during the London 2012 Olympic Games August 5, 2012.
Triathlon Canada responds to Whitfield’s remarks on Findlay, accepts partial blame
Paula Findlay of Canada competes in the women's triathlon final during the London 2012 Olympic Games at Hyde Park August 4, 2012.
Women boxers finally throwing punches in Olympics, but fight for equality continues
Kazakhstan's Marina Volnova, left, fights Kenya's Elizabeth Andiego, during the women's middleweight boxing competition at the 2012 Summer Olympics, Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012, in London.
Will this be Adam Van Koeverden’s last paddle?
Canadian Olympic kayaker Adam van Koeverden carries a kayak at the Burloak Canoe Club in Oakville, Ont. on Wednesday, June 13, 2012.
In Pictures: Pedal power at Olympic velodrome
Hypersensitivity issue leaves riders scratching their heads
Canada's Tiffany Foster rides Victor during the equestrian individual jumping first qualifier in Greenwich Park at the London 2012 Olympic Games August 4, 2012.
Former Argo defenders Shell and Parker both looking forward to homecoming
Toronto Argonauts' Byron Parker (28) breaks a pass intended for Montreal Alouettes' Brandon London (L) during the first half their CFL football game in Montreal July 15, 2011.
Injuries are nothing new for Canadian BMX rider Tory Nyhaug
Canadian Olympic BMX cyclist Tory Nyhaug is seen during a training session in Abbotsford, B.C. Wednesday, July, 11, 2012.
“Girl next door” Jessica Ennis smiling all the way to the bank
Britain's Jessica Ennis celebrates after she won her women's heptathlon 800m heat at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 4, 2012. Ennis was the overall winner in the heptathlon.
Mary Spencer’s quarter-final boxing bout set
Canadian boxer and Olympic hopeful Mary Spencer poses for a portrait at her home gym in Windsor, Ont. March 13/2012.
Murray's Olympic moment in pictures
Britain's Andy Murray reacts after defeating Switzerland's Roger Federer in the men's singles tennis gold medal match at the All England Lawn Tennis Club during the London 2012 Olympic Games August 5, 2012
Mo Farah provides best moment of the Games
Britain's Mo Farah holds the Union Flag after winning the men's 10,000m final at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium August 4, 2012.
Charest charges 'Quebec's Eliot Ness' with political opportunism
Coalition Avenir Québec leader Francois Legault, right, looks on as CAQ candidate for the riding of Saint-Jerome Jacques Duchesneau gestures following a news conference during an election campaign stop in Saint-Jerome, Que., Sunday, August 5, 2012.
Argentina’s Del Potro wins men’s tennis bronze
Ben Ainslie becomes the most successful sailor in Olympic history
Britain's Ben Ainslie celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the Finn class sailing race at the London 2012 Olympic Games in Weymouth and Portland, southern England, August 5, 2012.
Peacekeeping funds destined for Darfur stolen in armed robbery: sources
UNAMID peacekeepers from Ethiopia prepare to go on a night patrol on a pick-up vehicle, in Gereida (South Darfur), July 25, 2012.
Paula Findlay on her hip injury
Paula Findlay (triathalon) is photograhed at the Delta Meadowvale Hotel in Mississauga, Ont. Nov. 2/2011.
IOC grappling with bilingualism
International Olympic Committee (IOC) press spokesman Mark Adams gestures during a news conference in the Olympic Park at the London 2012 Olympic Games July 29, 2012.
Crowd noise in London reaches Olympic levels
Britain's Chris Hoy is cheered by the crowd after he and his team mates won the track cycling men's team sprint finals at the Velodrome during the London 2012 Olympic Games August 2, 2012.
Canadian show jumping team loses member minutes before competition
Canada's Tiffany Foster rides Victor during the equestrian individual jumping first qualifier in Greenwich Park at the London 2012 Olympic Games August 4, 2012.
Canada's Whitfield says triathlon teammate's injury 'mismanaged'
Team doctor Steve Keeler encourages Canadian athlete Paula Findlay to complete the triathlon competition.
Brazil survive scare from Honduras in men’s soccer
Brazil's Neymar (L) celebrates with teammate Oscar after scoring on a penalty kick against Honduras in their men's quarter-final soccer match at the London 2012 Olympic Games at St James' Park in Glascow August 4, 2012.
Canadian cyclist Zach Bell has rough ride at Olympic omnium, unable to make up gap
Canada's Zach Bell competes in the track cycling men's omnium individual pursuit, during the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012.
Afghan president okays dismissal of two top security ministers
Afghan President Hamid Karzai speaks during a news conference in Kabul February 26, 2012.
Penalty shootout loss brings familiar disappointment for British soccer fans
Britain's Ryan Giggs reacts after their loss to South Korea on penalty kicks in their men's quarter final soccer match at the London 2012 Olympic Games at Millennium Stadium in Cardiff August 4, 2012.
Fighting between Kurd rebels and Turkish army kills 22
Syrian forces pound rebels in Aleppo as ground assault looms
A Free Syrian Army fighter runs for cover during clashes with Syrian Army soldiers in Salah al-Din neighborhood in central Aleppo August 4, 2012.
UN weighs in on Philippine birth control debate
Taking a pill.
The Odyssey: Honda’s co-Pilot
2012 Honda Odyssey.
Mars rover searches for answer to eternal question: ‘Are we alone?’
An artist's concept of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory spacecraft approaching Mars.
‘Naked Cowboy’ and ‘Naked Indian’ duel for Times Square
In this Sept. 10, 2002 file photo, Robert Burck, a.k.a. "The Naked Cowboy," plays his guitar in Times Square.
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