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So, is astronaut Chris Hadfield interested in politics?
An image taken from video shows Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield responding to a question during a news conference from the International Space Station on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013.
Calgary man charged with murder of woman and her five-year-old son
RCMP cordon off a crime scene using police tape
Linda Munk left the life of luxury to reinvent herself through the arts
Linda Munk (laughing) and friends in Gstaad, Switzerland, March 1970.
Zadorov scores winner as Knights top Blades in Memorial Cup opener
Saskatoon Blades fans react as the London Knights' Tyler Ferry, left to right, Nikita Zadorov, Seth Griffith, Bo Horvat and Scott Harrington celebrate their second goal during first period Memorial Cup action in Saskatoon, Sask., on Friday, May 17, 2013.
This is Kathleen Wynne’s government now
Adam Radwanski
Ontario cottage country cleans up after severe flooding
Paul Hamill repairs his flood damaged dock at Deer Lake Resort Park just outside of Huntsville, May 17, 2013. Hamill, who lives in NewMarket, will spend most of his long weekend making repairs to both his dock and flood damaged cottage.
Election upset has B.C. film industry reeling over lost tax breaks
A film crew on the set of “Bates Motel,” in Aldergrove, British Columbia. NDP Leader Adrian Dix had promised a 40 per cent tax break for the province’s film industry.
Crack story immerses Ford in scandal
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford briefly speaks to the media about allegations made by a U.S. website that he smokes crack cocaine.
Arson isn’t the answer to neighbourhood gentrification
Columnist Stephen Quinn.
‘Wonderful story’ transcends politics, Gawker founder says
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford briefly speaks to the media responding to allegations made by a U.S. website that he smokes crack cocaine, before getting into his SUV at his Etobicoke home in Toronto on Friday, May 17, 2013.
Crosby puts on a show in Penguins win over Senators
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby celebrates with Pascal Dupuis as Ottawa Senators goalie Craig Anderson reacts to Crosby’s second goal of the first period in Pittsburgh Friday night.
Greens, Conservatives plot next steps in breaking two-party domination
Green Party B.C. leader Andrew Weaver thanks family, supporters and volunteers during election night at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel,as he makes history becoming the first Green Party MLA elected to the B.C. legislature.
B.C. New Democratic Party looks to open up left wing after loss
B.C. NDP Leader Adrian Dix pauses while addressing supporters after conceding defeat in the provincial election in Vancouver, B.C., on Tuesday May 14, 2013.
After election upset, Liberals consider a name change
Premier Christy Clark at Vancouver airport in Richmond, BC May 17, 2013 before leaving on a holidaywith her son Hamish
Premier Kathleen Wynne, Paul Godfrey had different visions
Paul Godfrey says he wishes his departure as head of the OLG could have been smoother.
Back Forty deserves top billing
Chef Matthew Phillip pours lemony hollandaise over the Sourdough Griddle with two fried eggs, hot beef brisket and beef steak tomato
Retired couple with simple lifestyle want to maximize charitable giving
Conservative MPs drop out of CBC and CTV talk shows at last minute
Canada's Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of the Environment Michelle Rempel speaks during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa February 4, 2013.
Just say "taxpayer." It's a get-out-of-jail-free card
Elizabeth Renzetti
Son is suspect in slaying of New Brunswick businessman Oland, search warrants reveal
Richard Oland
France’s first Asian cabinet minister a rising force
France's Junior Minister of Small Business, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Fleur Pellerin, arrives to attend the first cabinet meeting of the Hollande government at the Elysee Palace in Paris, May 17, 2012.
For Iginla, the move to Pittsburgh has been a change for the better
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Jarome Iginla (12) sits on the bench during an NHL game against the New York Islanders in Pittsburgh, Saturday, March 30, 2013.
Recession causes grief for Hollande on election anniversary
French President Francois Hollande reacts as he speaks to journalists in the courtyard after a meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris May 17, 2013. French President Francois Hollande called on Thursday for an economic government for the euro zone with its own budget, the right to borrow, a harmonised tax system and a full-time president.
Review board says bus beheader to get more trips away from mental hospital
Vince Li is escorted by sheriff officers on his way to a court appearance in Portage la Prairie, Man., in August 2008.
Best pictures from May 17
Court rules hydro project can proceed without environmental assessment
Peter Robinson, Chief Executive Officer of the David Suzuki Foundation, and David Suzuki are pictured during a meeting with the Editorial Board at The Globe and Mail in 2012. The foudation was part of a coalition that demanded an environmental assessment for 10 power plants planned for northeastern British Columbia.
Class of 2013 demands more from universities: help us find jobs
Lisa Bifano is graduating from McMaster University in Hamilton with a degree in English and Communications.
How Quebecor’s unit attained wireless success
Quebecor headquarters in Montreal.
Ottawa’s five options to solve its wireless dilemma
A Public Mobile store in Toronto.
Facebook still has a selling job ahead, despite bold moves
Canexus director buys on share price dip
Canexus has an emerging business loading crude oil onto rail cars.
Bullish on Owens Corning
Couch potato investor saves on time and costs
Five ways your brain can lead you astray
John Heinzl
Three short-seller targets that defied the skeptics
David Milstead
Why Conrad Black thinks the United States is in decline
Conrad Black.
Suzuki dealers want payout over auto maker’s plans to leave Canada
2013 Suzuki KIzashi
Mike Duffy is blameless. Also, he is eight feet tall and covered in fur
Tabatha Southey
Bangladesh: The rag trade can be made less deadly. Companies must take action
Students sew at a development centre in Semarang, Indonesia, May 14, 2013. Tragedies in Bangladesh have led Western executives to check on potential new suppliers in southern Vietnam, central Cambodia and the hinterlands of Java in Indonesia.
Hamilton teen is on the national basketball team fast track
Point guard Kia Nurse (left) of the Canadian women’s national basketball team during a practice at the David Braley Centre on the McMaster University campus in Hamilton May 17, 2013.
Maloney: Deconstructing the Blue Jays wretched start
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher R.A. Dickey reacts during the fifth inning AL baseball action against Chicago White Sox in Toronto on Thursday April 18, 2013.
In Pictures: Punjabi flavours take hold in Brampton
Rick Matharu, drips a basil garlic sauce onto his cheesy garlic naan, in his Brampton kitchen.
When pollsters get it wrong: the high cost of lost credibility
B.C. Premier Christy Clark’s victory in Wednesday’s provincial election left most pollsters and pundits with egg on their faces.
Jays GM Anthopoulos dismisses criticism of Gibbons
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons (L) talks to general manager Alex Anthopoulos during team work outs at the team's MLB baseball spring training facility in Dunedin, Florida February 20, 2013.
Beer spruces up in battle for market share
A Beer Store location in Oakville, Ont., shows the new branding and updated store style, with a walk in beer fridge, exposed wood and other new shopper-friendly features.
Clearwater Seafoods’ John Risley: He’s still got lots of pots on the boil
Illustration of John Risley, serial entrepreneur and founder of Clearwater Seafoods Inc.
Ignoring the cost of climate change is bad business
Eric Reguly
Home builder engineers a path to higher education
Ignat Kaneff, founder of Kaneff Group of Cos., says he believes that higher education is more important than ever for young Canadians.
Coffee dates: Network gold or time thief?
Leah Eichler
Mutual funds vs. ETFs: Know the nuances in the fees you pay
Rob Carrick
‘We seem to have entered a utopia for investors’
Michael Babad
Harper takes shot at crude rail transport
Prime Minister Stephen Harper speaks to business leaders in New York this week: The message was, the Keystone XL pipeline would be a less risky way to transport heavy crude to the U.S. East Coast.
Editor's letter: The elusive millionaire behind Stephen Harper
Nigel Wright, chief of staff for Prime Minister Stephen Harper, gave Conservative Senator Mike Duffy $90,000 so he could repay improper expense claims.
Duhatschek: Sharks lifted by free-spirited Burns
Eric Duhatschek
Bell loses class-action case over 911 fees in North
Bell argued in its statement of defence that it has charged various fees, or no 911 fees at all, in different contracts with its customers over time.
Top prospects Jones, MacKinnon and Drouin the focus at Memorial Cup
Portland Winterhawks defenceman Seth Jones, left, Halifax Mooseheads centre Nathan MacKinnon, centre, and Halifax Mooseheads left winger Jonathan Drouin speak to the media in Saskatoon, Sask., on Thursday, May 16, 2013. The
Loonie’s volatility brings long-term hope but short-term headaches for exporters
Good tip: Customer leaves 7,471-per-cent gratuity at restaurant
How much Pamela Wallin (and other senators) charged in travel expenses
Senator Pamela Wallin says her expenses are being reviewed by an outside auditing firm.
How the Maple Leafs broke an astronaut’s hockey-loving heart
Chris Hadfield holds the logo of his favourite team, the Toronto Maple Leafs
Senator Pamela Wallin resigns from Conservative caucus over expenses
Senator Pamela Wallin is pictured at a meeting on Feb. 11, 2013, in Ottawa. Ms. Wallin is one of four senators who are subject to an external audit of their expenses. The Conservative government is asking the Supreme Court to speed up its study of Senate reform as it fends off questions about the expenses of unelected senators.
Blog: Penguins beat Senators to take 2-0 series lead
The close: TSX, Dow post triple-digit gains
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange, May 17, 2013.
The facts about crack cocaine
A crack cocaine addict uses a crack pipe to get high in Vancouver's downtown Eastside.
The jobs challenge: Canadians don’t want to move out of province
Canada’s less-than-dynamic labour market is one of the factors weighing on productivity, which policy makers in every corner of the country say they are committed to improve.
Map: 888 HOMER ST., VANCOUVER
In politics, as in sports, the odds-on favourite usually wins
Gerald Caplan
Condo builders push merits of concrete
Rendering of Arbutus Ridge condo project by Cressy.
Investor breaks even on Vancouver condo sale
Home cooking is where it's at in Brampton
Rick Matharu, drips a basil garlic sauce onto his cheesy garlic naan, in his Brampton kitchen.
Toronto councillors will vote on casino despite Ford declaring deal ‘dead’
With the Toronto casino issue looming for the city of Toronto, some neighbourhoods in the city have seen anti-casino signs popping up on front lawns.
A Touch of Sin: A scathing portrait of China’s economic boom
A Touch of Sin consists of four segments, each based on a recent Chinese event that ended in violence.
Choreographer Stephan Thoss is a man haunted by dreams
The dancers in Rêve seem to move effortlessly from being boneless to being made of steel. Their movements are at once athletic, gymnastic, balletic and frantic.
The National lets go and gets comfortable
The Brooklyn-based rockers offer understated lushness on their latest album.
Sakahan exhibit aims to ‘explode the box’ of aboriginal art in Canada
Detail of Rebecca Belmore Fringe, 2008 Cibachrome transparency in fluorescent lightbox (ed. 2/3). National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Photo
Winona Ryder and Michael Shannon don’t need your advice
Johanna Schneller
A look at Sakahan's contemporary indigenous art
cantchant (2009), Vernon Ah Kee/12 surfboards, eight paintings, video: Brisbane-based Yidindji artist Ah Kee ruminates on two major Australian themes – surfboard/beach culture and aboriginal-white relations – in this two-room installation. The main space has surfboards hanging from the ceiling, their tops covered with indigenous iconography, the under-sides with faces of native Australians. The boards are surrounded by paintings with blunt words, expressions and sentences like “we grew here,” “hang 10,” and “an other thing.” The video features aboriginal surfers riding Ah Kee’s boards and bullets being fired into water-logged surfboards.
Weimar meets Wikipedia in this heady Gaga cabaret
Kimberly Persona as Lady Gaga in a Of a Monstrous Child.
How wide is the generation gap? These days, 140 characters or less
Leah McLaren
How Finland’s culture supports its telecom startups
Nokia smartphones.
In photos: A look at Beer Store's rebranding
A Beer Store location in Oakville, Ont. shows the extent of the store’s rebranding effort. The test project was rolled out in four Greater Toronto stores in time for the May long weekend.
Public editor: Was The Globe’s B.C. election coverage balanced?
B.C. Liberal leader Christy Clark waves to the crowd after she arrives on stage after winning the British Columbia provincial election in Vancouver, B.C. Tuesday, May 14, 2013.
New Xbox preview: What we know so far
We know one thing, the next version of the Xbox will have controllers... or will it?
Son’s hidden camera catches nursing home workers mistreating his mother
A still image taken from hidden-carmera video footage that shows how staff at St. Joseph’s at Fleming care home treated resident Hellen MacDonald.
CIBC names CIO, BMO hires currency strategists
A Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) branch is seen in Toronto in this file photo.
Lena Dunham perfect at showing her generation’s imperfections
Lena Dunham, the creator of Girls, writes about life’s inevitable imperfections, running a show that, despite its valid flaws, is relatable and familiar.
In Americanah, Adichie notices the things you’re not supposed to
Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie in Lagos on May 2, 2013.
Back to Chechnya, and a decade of tumult and torture
Novelist Anthony Marra, author of A Constellation of Vital Phenomena.
Khaled Hosseini returns with a novel that embodies Afghan storytelling
Khaled Hosseini at his home in San Jose, Calif., Oct. 18, 2005. His latest book on his homeland is "A Thousand Splendid Suns."
Apples to apples: How analogies are the very essence of human thought
What is an apple like?
How to make cyberspace safe for human habitation
A very good question
Easy Rawlins returns, and other new crime fiction worth a look
Detail of illustration prepared for the print version of this story
Ex-OLG chief Godfrey maintains Toronto deserves higher cut of casino revenue
Paul Godfrey takes questions from the media after he was dismissed from his post as Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. chairman, in Toronto on May 16, 2013.
Five things to do in Toronto this week: meet the pandas, the Punjabi International Film Festival and more
Er Shun is one of the two star pandas now at the Toronto Zoo.
OSC orders former BMO analyst to pay $1.2-million for insider trading
The Ontario Securities Commission quashed a poison-pill takeover defence by Thirdcoast
Would you turn to plastic surgery for the perfect profile pic?
What to do in Toronto, May 16 to 22
James Mercer of The Shins
Stand-up comic Rebecca Kohler on comedians: ‘We’re the island of misfit toys’
Rebecca Kohler is performing a headlining set at the LOT Stand-Up Comedy Club on Thursday.
Mayor Rob Ford must respond quickly and in detail to serious allegations
Marcus Gee
Pickton lawsuits lead Steven Point to quit women’s safety committee
The Honourable Steven L. Point, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, poses for a photograph in his office on Oct. 23, 2012.
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