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May 28

Kings hang on to edge Sharks 2-1 in Game 7
Los Angeles Kings goalie Jonathan Quick makes a save against the San Jose Sharks during the third period in Game 7 of the Western Conference semifinals in the NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoffs, Tuesday, May 28, 2013, in Los Angeles.
B.C. victim of alleged honour killing was hit, threatened, friend testifies
Undated photo of Sukhwinder Singh Sidhu, right, and Jaswinder Kaur Sidhu, left.
‘Cubist tree’ blooms at new UBC sciences building
A student walks through the lounge area at the UBC Pharmaceutical Sciences Building in Vancouver on May 24, 2013.
YMCA celebrates milestone in new West Don Lands community centre
The Cherry Street YMCA is part of a 10-year, $250-million expansion plan.
Senate committee calls in Mounties to look at Duffy’s expenses, $90,000 gift
Senator Mike Duffy makes his way to the Senate on Parliament Hill, Tuesday, May 28, 2013 in Ottawa.
Canadian star Russell Teibert gets creative, gets noticed
Vancouver Whitecaps' Russell Teibert, left, and Camilo Sanvezzo, of Brazil, celebrate Sanvezzo's goal against the Portland Timbers during the first half of an MLS soccer game in Vancouver, B.C., on Saturday, May 18, 2013.
Ford denounces Metrolinx plan for transit expansion
This Metrolinx-TTC rendering shows LRT cars passing on Eglinton LRT line.
Toronto Sun editor was given pitch for Ford video, but declined
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford leaves an executive committee meeting at Toronto City Hall on May 28, 2013.
Document suggests $1.1-million paid to free Canadian envoys from al-Qaeda group
This exclusive photo, never published before, is taken from a video made by the al-Qaeda terrorists who kept Robert Fowler and Louis Guay in captivity for 130 days. The video, obtained by Mali-based journalist Serge Daniel, was made on Feb. 3, 2009 in a tent in the Sahara desert in northern Mali. Mr. Fowler is sitting in the middle of the front row, with Mr. Guay on the right. On the left is their UN driver from Niger, who was released earlier than the Canadians. Behind them are four members of al-Qaeda carrying machine guns. The kidnapper right behind Mr. Fowler is carrying a sword.
Best pictures from May 28
Part of an installation called "Campo de Color" by Bolivian artist Sonia Falcone is exhibited during the 55th La Biennale of Venice which runs till September 15.
IDRC vacancies mean development organization can’t meet quorum
International Co-operation Minister Julian Fantino in his office on Parliament Hill, Monday December 3, 2012.
Murray Frum, developer and art collector, dies at 81
Murray Frum and Nancy Lockhart in Toronto, Ont., September 10, 2011.
People behind Australia farming operations turn to robot drones in an effort to cut costs
Salah Sukkarieh, professor of Robotics and Intelligent Systems at the University of Sydney, Australian Centre for Field Robotics, stands next to one of his robotic aircraft in his laboratory in Sydney April 24, 2013.
Costa Rica edges Canada in men’s soccer exhibition
Costa Rica's Christopher Meneses, right, and Canada's Nik Ledgerwood fight for the ball during their international friendly soccer match in Edmonton May 28, 2013. The two national teams are preparing for the CONCACAF Gold Cup in July.
Babies-in-prison program prompted few safety concerns: ex-warden
The Alouette Correctional Centre for Women is seen in Maple Ridge, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010.
‘Father Donnie’ championed higher learning in Cape Breton
After receiving his doctorate in education, Rev. Campbell taught education and psychology at St. Francis Xavier University, eventually becoming dean of arts.
Canada, EU at odds over arming Syrian rebels
Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird leaves a news conference about visas between Canada and the United Arab Emirates, in Ottawa on Tuesday.
Ontario PCs to pay $85,000 penalty for polls in last provincial election
Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario leader Tim Hudak, May 14 2013.
Blue Bombers trying to determine quarterback pecking order
Winnipeg Blue Bombers starting quarterback Buck Pierce is tackled by Hamilton Tiger Cats Renauld Williams
Lions pivot Lulay eager to start 2013 campaign
BC Lions quarterback Travis Lulay
In Pictures: The Peace Bridge
Kyle Horning, left, and Gordon Carlson fishing under the Peace Bridge on the American side in Buffalo, N.Y., May 9, 2013. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's handling of differences over the international bridge is giving the wider world a glimpse of how he often wields power.
Canada and U.S. clash over Peace Bridge redevelopment
Kyle Horning, left, and Gordon Carlson fishing under the Peace Bridge on the American side in Buffalo, N.Y., May 9, 2013. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's handling of differences over the international bridge is giving the wider world a glimpse of how he often wields power.
TFC manager Ryan Nelsen sees light at end of tunnel
Toronto FC 's Head Coach Ryan Nelsen applauds suporters after his team's 2-1 win over Sporting Kansas City in MLS action in Toronto on Saturday March 9, 2013. Nelsen said on Friday he sees the addition of Argentine midfielder Matias Laba as healthy competition for his midfield unit.
Trucks and cars stand silhouetted atop the Peace Bridge going into Canada from Buffalo, New York on March 19, 2003. Because of the terror alert raised to orange, the second highest level on a five-color scale, traffic was delayed over an hour to monitor and check vehicles. The security measure dubbed "Operation Liberty Shield", is designed to protect international bridges, and other facilities.
Trucks and cars stand silhouetted atop the Peace Bridge going into Canada from Buffalo, New York on March 19, 2003. Because of the terror alert raised to orange, the second highest level on a five-color scale, traffic was delayed over an hour to monitor and check vehicles. The security measure dubbed "Operation Liberty Shield", is designed to protect international bridges, and other facilities.
Red Wings had their chance, but they now get one more
Detroit Red Wings head coach Mike Babcock talks to his players during a time-out in the third period against the Chicago Blackhawks during Game 6 of their NHL Western Conference semi-final hockey playoff game in Detroit, Michigan May 27, 2013.
More Vancouverites know Rob Ford’s name than that of their own mayor
Mayor Rob Ford walks out of his office at City Hall in Toronto on May 28, 2013, with an offering of birthday cake for the media. It was Mr. Ford’s 44th birthday.
Even in PEI, potato farming is on the decline
Potato farmer Richard Gorrill (right) and his son Shane (left) at Richard's farm outside O'Leary, P.E.I., Tuesday, May 7, 2013.
Reyes taking return from injured ankle step-by-step
Injured Toronto Blue Jays player Jose Reyes smiles as his team plays the Tampa Bay Rays in their MLB American League baseball game in Toronto, May 22, 2013.
How to find the dividend ‘sweet spot’
John Heinzl
3 top picks from Stone Asset Management’s Michael Giordano
Michael Giordano.
U.S. sales outlook gives big boost to auto stocks
GM’s Cadillac CTS.
Quebec’s Noverco selling down $702-million stake in Enbridge
Enbridge issued $600-million of its own stock in April.
Yahoo’s search for the fountain of youth
Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer sees her company and Tumblr as complementary.
Canadian Solar stock turns red hot
Canadian Solar is moving away from its many rivals by diversifying its product line and cutting expenses.
Senator Mike Duffy received expenses while campaigning for Tories
Senator Mike Duffy makes his way to the Senate on Parliament Hill, Tuesday, May 28, 2013 in Ottawa.
Sens take lessons, and hope, from a difficult season
Roy MacGregor
Crown Estate deal highlights Oxford Properties’ growing global ambitions
Oxford Properties Group plans to buy some $7-billion in European real estate by 2015. Above, a rendering of its St. James’s Market project in London.
Boardroom boys’ club needs an intervention
Sophie Cousineau
Why Toys “R” Us is making a play for brain games
Toys R Us Wonderlab salesperson Chyanne Sharma, left, demonstrates how to solve a Perplexus puzzle game for Kayla Henry, 7, at the new store in North Vancouver, B.C., on May 23, 2013.
Quebec, tolerance and the crucifix
Saguenay mayor, Jean Tremblay, and a crucifix.
20 U.S. companies gushing with cash
Chrystia Freeland’s Plutocrats wins National Business Book Award
Chrystia Freeland answers a question during a meeting with staff members at the Thomson Reuters head office in New York, April 19. 2011.
Moody's comes late to U.S. bank turnaround
A Moody's sign at the 7 World Trade Center tower in New York.
Is my job title holding me back?
Bruce Sandy
'Shaken by an earthquake' - the Rite of Spring turns 100
Joni Mitchell to appear at 2013 Luminato in Toronto
Joni Mitchel at the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala in Toronto, Sunday, January 28, 2007.
Transcript: Innovation the ‘lifeblood’ of GE Healthcare
GE Healthcare invests about $1-billion on research and development, of which about $800-million is spent in the equipment division.
Alberta money manager to pay $1.5-million for misleading investors
Investors, many of them senior citizens, recovered almost none of their funds and Victor DeLaet’s companies are now in bankruptcy.
Don’t tell your daughter she is beautiful: U.K. minister
In hunt for gold miners, fortune favours the brave
Sean Silcoff
Flaherty should cautiously cheer “short Canada” crowd
David Parkinson
A bleak future: France's steel-making tradition faces its decline
Roger Bague, 70, a retired steel worker, poses at the U4 museum in Uckange near Florange, where production was halted in 1991 after a century of activity.
Veggie juice: equal parts health trend and hype
Zach Berman, co-owner of The Juice Truck in Vancouver, samples The Patio.
Rosé is hip (and not just because of Brangelina)
Beppi Crosariol
Five business failures that became blockbusters
It takes courage to fail. Learn more about inventions that became blockbuster products - after failing for their originally intended use.
Stock to watch: BankUnited poised for growth, takeout potential
Wall Street’s valuations for BankUnited will likely rise if the company successfully moves past its government loan guarantees.
Failed at business? Throw a party
It takes courage to fail, entrepreneurs learn at this Failure Fest held at a Detroit nightclub in March. The event gives business owners a chance to hear stories of failure from currently successful business people.
The Dow loves Tuesdays. But should you?
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange, May 28, 2013.
Indigo reports $8.2-million loss
Indigo reported a loss from continuing operations of $8.2-million or 33 cents per share for the quarter compared with a loss from continuing operations of $10.7-million or 43 cents per share a year ago.
Toronto cop charged in G20 case says he didn’t assault man, but others may have
This court exhibit photo taken by Andrew Wallace shows the arrest of Dorian Barton at a G20 protest on June 26, 2010. Barton is the man on the ground behind the line of police officers.
The close: U.S. stocks end well off highs, TSX gains
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange, May 28, 2013.
Manulife share price vs U.S. Yield Curve Steepness (10-year minus 2-year)
Canada's top 10 beaches (two are in Toronto)
People take in the sun at Sugar Beach in Toronto on Wednesday, July 4, 2012.
Asparagus with morels
Morels are arriving at farmers’ markets and, sautéed, match nicely with asparagus.
Crème fraîche
Grilled lamb with mint salsa verde
Spring into summer with good green earthy flavours
Morels are arriving at farmers’ markets and, sautéed, match nicely with asparagus.
New Auditor-General Russ Jones to complete B.C. Rail report
A B.C. Rail train in the North Vancouver Rail Yard in 2003.
One year on, Facebook’s IPO flop explained
In this image provided by Facebook, Facebook founder, Chairman and CEO Mark Zuckerberg, center, rings the opening bell of the Nasdaq stock market, Friday, May 18, 2012, from Facebook headquarters in Menlo Park, Calif. The social media company priced its IPO at $38 per share.
Romeo and Juliet: The comic bits pop, but where art thou, tragedy?
Daniel Briere as Romeo and Sara Topham as Juliet in Romeo and Juliet, the opening production at the 2013 Stratford Festival.
Consumers tame lust for debt, rise of credit slowest since early 1996
Michael Babad
Much Ado About Nothing: The official trailer
Before Midnight: The official trailer
The East: The official trailer
I put too much into my RRSP. What to do?
The Kings of Summer: The official trailer
Charles Bradley: Soul of America: The official trailer
TV show about border guards breaking privacy laws, B.C. Civil Liberties group says
A Canadian border agent at work on the Canadian border at the Peace Arch Crossing on Dec. 7, 2011.
Harper feels pressure in House over PMO role in expense claims
Prime Minister Stephen Harper answers a question during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Tuesday May 28, 2013.
The English Teacher: The official trailer
The Lesser Blessed: The official trailer
Old Stock: The official trailer
Erased: The official trailer
Why Redford and Clark’s relationship might be thawing
Premiers Christy Clark of B.C. and Alison Redford of Alberta.
Ghost in the Machine: The official trailer
Fashion foibles of the week: The dregs of Cannes
Actress Laetitia Casta poses on the red carpet as she arrives at the closing ceremony of the 66th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes May 26, 2013.
When Fed withdraws QE, TSX could shrink in tandem
Scott Barlow
After Earth: The official trailer
S&P/TSX Bank Index vs EU High Yield Bond ETF
MSCI Emerging Markets Index vs S&P/TSX Composite Index
Sightseers: The official trailer
Make your summer longer just by thinking about it differently
Now You See Me: The official trailer
Homeless man mugged, burned by three young men, police say
Blue Jays lose in extra innings as starter Brandon Morrow leaves with forearm soreness
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Brandon Morrow
Lore: The official trailer
Pieta: The official trailer
Elections Canada chief says Tories not consulting him on electoral changes
Chief electoral officer Marc Mayrand arrives at the Commons house affairs committee in Ottawa on Tuesday May 28, 2013.
Canada, the water park capital of the world?
One of Whitewater’s creations, the Happy Magic Water Cube in Beijing
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