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Russian servicemen, dressed in historical uniforms, take part in a military parade rehearsal in Red Square in Moscow, November 1, 2013. The parade will be held on November 7 to mark the anniversary of a historical parade in 1941 when Soviet soldiers marched through Red Square towards the front lines at World War Two. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov (RUSSIA - Tags: ANNIVERSARY MILITARY CONFLICT CITYSCAPE)
Montreal mayoral race down to choice of four flawed contenders
Former MP Denis Coderre, campaigning at a seniors home, is seen as the favourite in Montreal’s municipal election.
Howie Meeker not dimmed by age
Roy MacGregor
A Great Game: The forgotten Leafs and the rise of professional hockey
Islanders battle back to beat Senators in shootout
Ottawa Senators goalie Robin Lehner dives for the puck as the New York Islanders score on a shot from Frans Nielsen during third period NHL action Friday November 1, 2013 in Ottawa.
Ford brothers talk show to go ahead as planned
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford is pictured at his weekly radio show on Newstalk 1010. The station says the Ford brothers talk show will go on as planned, despite recent revelations made about the mayor.
Dick Cheney’s amazing change of heart
Former vice-president Dick Cheney, 71, had a heart transplant March 24, 2012, after five heart attacks over the past 25 years.
Bill Blair’s reluctant march into the political ring
Police Chief Bill Blair said he was ‘disappointed’ by revelations found by the Rob Ford investigation.
Alouettes rally for win over short-handed Argos
Toronto Argonauts running back Jerious Norwood (34) gets tackled by Montreal Alouettes line backer Kyries Hebert, right, during first half CFL football action in Toronto, on Friday, Nov. 1, 2013.
Ups and downs on the road to transit growth
Gary Mason
Harper rallies his Conservative base – and slams everyone else
Prime Minister Stephen Harper speaks at the Conservative Party’s convention in Calgary, Alta., on Nov. 1, 2013.
‘Non-academic’ donates $25-million to Calgary teacher’s college
David Werklund, President and C.E.O. of CCS is the Company's largest shareholder.
McGill principal speaks out in both official languages
McGill University's new principal Suzanne Fortier poses for a photograph at her office in Montreal, Thursday, September 5, 2013.
Bombers ready to put spike into miserable year against Ticats
Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Max Hall is sacked by Toronto Argonauts' Marcus Ball during second quarter CFL action in Toronto on Thursday Oct. 24, 2013.
Developer Paul Reichmann was driven by a sense of destiny
Paul Reichmann and Brian Mulroney look at a model of the proposed Canary Wharf in London. Reichmann has died at the age of 83.
Harper assures grassroots Conservatives he’s outsider fighting elites
Prime Minister Stephen Harper waves following his speech at the Conservative Party convention in Calgary, Alta., on Nov. 1, 2013.
How to make money from credit cards? Invest in them
Cash is dying a slow and steady death at the expense of plastic transactions – a trend that continues to bode well for the likes of Visa Inc. and MasterCard Inc.
Investing advice: How adviceDirect stakes out middle ground
Rob Carrick
Recap: Stephen Harper addresses Conservatives at Calgary convention
A supporter takes a picture of the main stage at the 2013 Conservative Convention in Calgary, Alberta on Friday, November 01, 2013.
Phone hacking trial reveals British tabloid purchased Prince William bikini photo
Former News International chief executive Rebekah Brooks leaves the Old Bailey Courthouse in London Oct. 31, 2013. Rebekah Brooks and Andy Coulson, two former editors of Rupert Murdoch's now defunct News of the World tabloid, were having an affair at the time their reporters are accused of hacking into phones, a court heard on Thursday.
Blog editor invests like Henry Ford
Jackson Middleton
Yelp vs. Angie's List: A lesson for social media investors
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From RRSPs to dividends to TFSAs: Your investing questions answered
John Heinzl
Authentic Thai ‘fisherman’ food right on the Fraser River
1/2 lb of steamed Salt Spring Island Mussels(foreground), Changmai Style Chicken Curry Noodle(right) and Crispy Longtail Chicken Wings(left)at Longtail Kitchen in New Westminster, British Columbia, Wednesday, October 23, 2013.
The CRTC’s Jean-Pierre Blais: The regulator who speaks truth to power
Illustration of Jean-Pierre Blais, chairman of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission.
The outspoken Jean-Pierre Blais
Illustration of Jean-Pierre Blais, chairman of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission.
Surpluses, deficits – and politics
FILE - President Barack Obama walks with Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko, File)
Is it time to say goodbye to unpaid internships?
Leah Eichler
Three top stock picks from BMO Nesbitt Burns’ Stuart Hinshelwood
A hearty breakfast for a heartfelt cause
Gluskin Sheff chief economist David Rosenberg, whose father has Parkinson’s, says his family has seen first-hand how the disease progresses.
Are hidden cameras legal in the workplace?
Daniel Lublin
The Russian Rocket: Smyl says Bure was Canucks’ first superstar
Retired Vancouver Canucks' forward Pavel Bure, of Russia, speaks after the NHL hockey team inducted him into their "Hall of Heroes" in Vancouver, on Friday November 1, 2013. The Canucks will retire Bure's number 10 Saturday night before a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Some Halloween etiquette would be nice
Wonders of the world: Follow the series
A Chinese fisherman rows his bamboo boat along the Li River near Guilin, China.
Oilers try to eliminate costly mistakes ahead of clash with Red Wings
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nazen Kadri (43) deflects in a shot against Edmonton Oilers goaltender Richard Bachman (30) during the third period at Rexall Place.
Opinion: When will Conservative faithful finally doubt Harper?
Gerald Caplan
Arizona's the Wave: a riot of colour in the desert
The Wave in Arizona.
Provinces reach agreement on CPP reform conditions
Alberta’s Doug Horner says any proposal will have to meet some important conditions.
Italy’s economic woes pose existential threat to euro zone
Eric Reguly
Will Jim Flaherty be forced to intervene in housing market again?
Michael Babad
The Philippines’ Chocolate Hills: too perfect to be real
The Chocolate Hills of Bohol take on a brown tinge when the sun-burnt cogon grass turns down in summer.
Stand amid an ocean of striped sandstone in Arizona
The Wave’s layered sandstone is as smooth to the touch as marble.
A feast for the eyes in the Philippines
The Chocolate Hills in Bohol, Philippines.
North Korea denounces Canada’s human rights record
Senate a touchy subject at Conservative convention
A worker polishes the podium in preparation Prime Minister Stephen Harper's speech later in the day at the Conservative convention in Calgary, Friday, Nov. 1, 2013.
From Captain Phillips to Gravity, navigating a world between life and death on the big screen
In the film Gravity, released Oct. 4, 2013, the audience is given time to ponder and experience being alone in space.
Mind of an Outlaw: What the first posthumous Norman Mailer book adds to his large legacy
Norman Mailer
Heavy Blinkers’ Health is a redeeming end to a long voyage
Jason Michael MacIsaac, the driving force behind the Halifax-based Heavy Blinkers, has meticulously spent years crafting Health.
Eight new crime novels you should be devouring
An Officer and a Spy, by Robert Harris
We Are Water: Predictable platitudes from Wally Lamb, but not much else
Wally Lamb
An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth: Chris Hadfield’s first book is impressively modest, charming
Chris Hadfield
A job for new graduates: Fix Canada's education gaps
Native children leave the Chief Matthews School by bus in Old Masset October 3, 2012 where they take Haida language class. A new organization called Teach For Canada wants to send teachers with no experience to First Nations reserves to improve education.
The desirable disadvantages of Malcolm Gladwell: An unproven theory is a dangerous thing
Malcolm Gladwell in Vancouver on Nov. 28, 2011. Gladwell’s new book, David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits and the Art of Battling Giants, is facing loud criticism over his theory that dyslexia is a ‘desirable disadvantage.’
Hatching Twitter: An inside account of its early days reveals cycles of betrayal
Nick Bilton
Bullish on Rowan
Technical analysis shows offshore services company Rowan Cos. is set to rise.
Joe Clark’s new book: Canada is the country that ‘lectures and leaves’
Joe Clark says the Harper government has let Canada’s relationships with emerging powers ‘atrophy.’
Author Ian Thornton: ‘Celebrate in splitting an audience’
Author Ian Thornton
Outlook at Celestica remains positive despite profit-taking
Areeb Siddiqi works on the mechanical load tester for solar panels at Celestica's company headquarters in Toronto on May 27, 2013.
The close: TSX lower as gold slides
Peter Munk, co-chairman of Barrick Gold during the annual meeting of the company in Toronto, April 24, 2013.
Suncor’s Fort Hills return estimates prompt skepticism
A pedestrian is reflected in a Suncor Energy sign in Calgary, Monday, Feb. 1, 2010. The Fort Hills oilsands mine is a go after years of delay, Suncor Energy Inc. announced Wednesday.
Video: Watch the Carter Ashton suspension video
An exploration into the history of Toronto’s music scene
Denise Benson said the wide range of music that has been produced in Toronto is mind-blowing.
Are we expecting too much from today's university?
A University of British Columbia student studies as leaves begin to change colour on the campus in Vancouver, B.C., on Wednesday October 30, 2013.
Five things to do in Toronto this weekend: Nov. 1 to 3
The 2013 International Diaspora Film Festival includrd the premiere Canadian screening of Ciclo (Cycle), a story of two brothers who leave Mexico in 1956 and arrive in Toronto after an 82-day bicycle journey.
Deals of the week: Sweet deals help move unpopular crossover coupes
2013 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo
Blue Jays right-hander Drew Hutchison can’t wait for 2014
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Drew Hutchison throws to an Atlanta Braves batter in the first inning at their Inter -League baseball game at Turner Field in Atlanta, Georgia June 9, 2012.
Toronto painter launches first book of works dating as far back as childhood
At 80 years old, Toronto painter Lois Dierlam is launching her first book, Painting with Passion, November 3, 2013. The Arts and Letters Club of Toronto is holding a retrospective of her work the same weekend.
Hertl, Steen named NHL’s best for October
San Jose Sharks' Tomas Hertl, of the Czech Republic, celebrates his third goal of the game against the New York Rangers during the third period of an NHL hockey game on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2013, in San Jose, Calif.
Are market bulls pulling in their horns?
Winning bulls wait in the barns at the The 113th annual Calgary Bull Sale.
Anti-corruption probe focuses on Liberal fundraising event
Court documents shows the police anti-corruption squad was mainly interested in a fundraiser in a Quebec City restaurant featuring former deputy premier Nathalie Normandeau on Oct. 9, 2008.
How TSX sectors performed in October
At convention, Conservatives decide against changing leadership rules
Justice Minister Peter MacKay at the Conservative party convention in Calgary, Nov. 1, 2013.
Buyers circle BlackBerry as Monday deadline nears
BlackBerry's Z10 is launched in Toronto Feb. 5, 2013.
Real-life tales of the male professor-seducer: The dark side of the big-screen cliché
Ford loyalists have ‘serious concerns’ after latest revelations
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford leaves his house in Etobicoke on Nov. 1, 2013. Ford spent the morning huddled with his family and closest advisers, one day after it was revealed that Toronto police are in possession of the video that allegedly caught him smoking crack cocaine.
A rosy outlook for green bonds, but valuations will be key for investors
The green economy encompasses everything from wind power and hybrid cars to the promotion of reusable shopping bags.
RCMP allege Pamela Wallin defrauded Senate
Sen. Pamela Wallin arrives to the Senate Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Thursday, October 31, 2013.
Sedins sign matching four-year contract extensions with Canucks
Vancouver Canucks Henrik Sedin and his brother Daniel watch game play against the San Jose Sharks during Game 1 of their NHL Western Conference quarter final hockey playoff in Vancouver, British Columbia May 1, 2013
Rate the celebrities (and Paris Hilton): Who wore the best and worst costumes this Halloween?
Paris Hilton attends Treats! Magazine's 3rd Annual Trick or Treats! Halloween Party presented by Jose Cuervo on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2013 in Los Angeles.
Only 16% of Canadians engaged in their jobs
Sleeping man and laptop.
If Parliament were a business, Harper would be in serious trouble
Bruce Anderson
High expectations will raise math scores
Brydon Pires works math exercises at Kumon in Mississauga.
Party photos of the week: Holt Renfrew
Lolitta Dandoy, Sharon Ng Hayes, Jessica Chiu and Nelia Belkova attend the World Mastercard Fashion Week Kick-Off Party at Holt Renfrew on Bloor Street.
Former Manitoba police chief acquitted of perjury in deadly crash
Former East St. Paul police chief Harry Bakema answers questions from inquiry counsel David Paciocco during the inquest into Crystal Taman's death being held at the Winnipeg Convention Centre on Monday, July 14, 2008.
B.C. set to debut dim sum bond
People walk outside one of the branches of HSBC in Hong Kong March 4, 2013.
Map: River Road and No. 2 Road, Richmond, B.C.
Architect Jim Cheng says the reason the project has been successful, is that it hasn’t catered to “some developer’s idea of exporting ‘Chinese’ values to Vancouver.” Asian buyers, says Mr. Cheng, don’t want “gaudy, neo-classical villas” like the ones that proliferate in the better suburbs of Shanghai and Beijing, but rather “Vancouverist values and lifestyle.”
Richmond shines as River Green opens first phase
In addition to leading the way in the city of Richmond’s plan to engage with the river – ignored for decades in favour of the highway – Hong Kong-based developer ASPAC (known locally for its work in Coal Harbour), says Mr. Cheng, has “given Asian buyers what they really want.” Namely orientation toward the view, maximizing security services, and creating an environment that favours multigenerational living.
Seattle’s hot new hotel is in a neighbourhood worth exploring
Hotel Ballard’s most luxurious suites are found in the rooftop courtyard.
Richmond’s River Green has the sweet smell of success
River Green comprises eight buildings and 458 units built around extensive landscaping and water elements that fuse private gardens with community amenities
Could a University of Toronto student get into Harvard?
Harvard is organized around the undergraduate experience.
At midday: Stocks move slightly higher
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) October 23, 2013.
Paris Hilton attends Treats! Magazine's 3rd Annual Trick or Treats! Halloween Party presented by Jose Cuervo on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2013 in Los Angeles.
Want the best vacation pics ever? Hire a pro to follow you around
Memories of a girlfriend getaway (where everyone is in the picture).
Mr. Prime Minister, what happened to the three club sandwiches?
Tabatha Southey
The paper time card checks out
Jeff Bowen says technology upgrades to Bowen Workforce Solutions’ family-run operations have allowed it to compete with bigger firms for bigger clients.
Court slams Bell TV for ‘reprehensible’ violation of customer’s privacy rights
BCE CEO George Cope attends the company's AGM in Toronto on Thursday May 9, 2013.
For athletes caught doping, apologizing is more than just saying sorry
Canada's Ryder Hesjedal pedals during the eight stage of the Giro d'Italia, Tour of Italy cycling race, an individual time trial from Gabicce to Saltara, Saturday May 11, 2013.
Images from the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix
McLaren Formula One driver Jenson Button of Britain sits in his car during the second practice session of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina circuit on Yas Island, November 1, 2013.
Loonie closes unchanged despite sliding commodity prices
Canadian dollars.
Didn’t get to Europe this summer? Here are 14 spots perfect for the off season
The Fiume Arno and the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy.
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