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Mirtle: When a doubleheader becomes a double blowout
James Mirtle
China's trade rebounds in September, imports rise 6.9 per cent over a year earlier
In this photo taken Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, a truck driver moves containers at the container port in in Qingdao in east China's Shandong province. China's Customs Administration reported Monday, Oct. 13, 2014 that trade improved in September, possibly easing fears of a deeper slowdown in the world's No. 2 economy. (AP Photo) CHINA OUT
Kelly: Tromping of Rangers shows its too early to judge Maple Leafs
Oct 12, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs celebrate their sixth goal scored during the first period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.
China's September exports up 2.6 per cent over previous month, imports rise 15.2 per cent
Quarless scores a late TD to lift Packers over ‘Phins in Sunday NFL action
Green Bay Packers tight end Andrew Quarless (81) grabs the game winning touchdown as Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Philip Wheeler (52) is late with the tackle, during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Packers won 27-24.
Cowboys top the defending NFL champs
Dallas Cowboys middle linebacker Rolando McClain, right, intercepts a pass intended for Seattle Seahawks tight end Luke Willson, left, late in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, in Seattle. The Cowboys won 30-23.
Dallas Ebola case shows how health-care workers are at the greatest risk
A member of the CG Environmental HazMat team disinfects the entrance to the residence of a health worker at the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital who has contracted Ebola in Dallas, Texas, October 12, 2014. The infected worker, identified as a woman but not named by authorities as they announced the case on Sunday, is believed to be the first person to contract the disease in the United States.
Vancouver Park Board defends breeding ban at city aquarium
An independent report found that the aquarium owns nine beluga whales in all, with five currently housed at SeaWorld and two at the Georgia Aquarium.
New reports shed light on Fording River pollution problems
Mark Hume
New Haiti school honours Mountie killed in 2010 earthquake
The Sgt. Mark Gallagher Memorial Vocational School sits in Carrefour, on the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, Haitii, Sunday, October 12, 2014. Sgt. Mark Gallagher a well-known spokesman for the RCMP in the Maritimes, was killed almost five years ago in the devastating 2010 earthquake while he was on an educational mission in the Caribbean country.
As decision time looms, price tag for Site C remains in doubt
Justine Hunter
The best images from around the world for Oct. 12
Independents rally together in Surrey mayoral race
Surrey mayoral candidate Barinder Rasode, an Independent city councillor who left the Surrey First party, announced her public-safety and transportation focused One Surrey team Friday.
Police find three dead in Brampton home
The dead include two men and a woman. Police believe they may be dealing with a murder-suicide.
WHL Roundup: Chase Lang leads Calgary Hitmen past Brandon Wheat Kings 6-2
Canada trounces Kenya at IRB Gold Coast Sevens Shield final
The Rugby Canada logo is seen in this file photo.
‘Host whisperer’ David Candow refined on-air talent
David Candow taught radio reporters and program hosts the simple, yet subtle, art of speaking naturally on air.
England maintains perfection while Spain bounces back
England's Wayne Rooney takes a shot during their Euro 2016 qualifying soccer match against Estonia at the A. Le Coq Arena in Tallinn October 12, 2014.
Russian-speaking Ukrainians head to Russia to flee fighting in Donetsk
People displaced by fighting in Ukraine wait to board a bus ahead of their journey by train to the Russian Siberian city of Irkutsk, where they are being relocated, at a refugee camp set up by the Russian Emergencies Ministry about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the Russia-Ukrainian border, near Donetsk, Rostov-on-Don region, Russia, Monday, Aug. 18, 2014.
Kelly: Keane proves the best athletes are more than a little unhinged
Cathal Kelly
QMJHL Roundup: Jacob Brennan perfect in Titan's 2-0 win over Mooseheads
SPCA investigates allegations of mistreatment at Alberta livestock facility
Study finds birth control pill has negative effects on lake ecosystems
A field crew takes samples in Lake 260 in a 2012 handout photo. The lead researcher of a new study is calling for improvements to some of Canada's waste water treatment facilities after finding that introducing the birth control pill in waterways created a chain reaction in a lake ecosystem that nearly wiped out a freshwater fish. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO, University of New Brunswick - Margaret Docker
As times change, Cuban exiles in the U.S. learn it’s possible to go home again
An estimated 400,000 Cuban-Americans travel between the United States and Cuba each year and send $2.7-billion (U.S.) to their families on the island. It is n ow much easier to travel from Havana, above, to Miami.
Patriots trample Bills inauguration party
Rob Gronkowski #87 of the New England Patriots is brought down by Mario Williams #94 of the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Ralph Wilson Stadium on October 12, 2014 in Orchard Park, New York.
Finland urges mending of relations between Russia and the West
President of Finland Sauli Niinisto speaks during a welcoming ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Thursday.
Royals’ dominance when games are on the line bodes ill for Orioles
Lorenzo Cain #6 celebrates after scoring on Billy Butler #16 of the Kansas City Royals RBI double to right field in the third inning against Bud Norris #25 of the Baltimore Orioles during Game Two of the American League Championship Series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on October 11, 2014 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Man recovering from grizzly bear attack, being shot in rescue attempt
This 2011 file photo shows a grizzly bear on the hunt for salmon in the Bella Coola Valley.
Ebner: Revived Canucks are fun again and winning back their fans
David Ebner
Beware of the ‘silent killer’ at your company
Is innovation and a creative culture being silenced at your company?
Keeping sales on the radar year-round
Harvey Schachter
Parents wanted, not custodians, for native children
Tina Fontaine (R) with her sister Sarah on the Sagkeeng First Nation, Pine Falls Manitoba, August 20, 2014. Lyle Stafford for the Globe and Mail
It’s Thanksgiving – and here’s what the parties are thankful for
NDP leader Tom Mulcair rises during Question Period in the House of Commons, Thursday, October 2, 2014 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Ottawa preparing to give agents new powers to fight terrorism
Steven Blaney, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, speaks to reporters about firearms licensing in the foyer of the House of Commons on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
Recession’s backfire rattles used car market
Kevin Bavelaar's Auto Showplace used car lot in Norh York, October 10, 2014.
Sweeping U.S. tax crackdown inflicts heavy collateral damage
Barrie McKenna
Companies worried about strict Ottawa rules on corruption
A Hewlett-Packard office.
Is the curtain coming down on Netflix's stock growth?
John Heinzl
Man survives B.C. grizzly bear mauling, shot in rescue attempt
CSX rebuffs CP Railway merger overture
Canadian Pacific locomotives sit in a rail yard in Montreal in this file photo.
National survey of gas prices records another decrease; 16th-straight week of lower prices
U.S. tobacco stocks outperform amid volatility
David Berman
Pope says thanksgiving Mass for 2 saints who spread faith in Canada
Pope Francis delivers his blessing during the Angelus noon prayer he celebrated from the window of his studio overlooking st.Peter's square, at the Vatican, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
Key question: How did Dallas health worker caring for Ebola patient catch the disease herself?
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Daniel Varga answers questions about a health care worker who provided hospital care for Thomas Eric Duncan who contracted Ebola, during a press conference at the hospital, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, in Dallas. Varga says the worker was in full protective gear when they provided care to Duncan during his second visit to Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade)
One dead, 22 injured when Halloween hay ride crashes in Maine woods
Emergency personnel work at the site of a hayride rollover that injured multiple people Harvest Hill Farms in Mechanic Falls on Route 126 on Oct. 11,
COC’s Madama Butterfly remains beautiful and problematic
Patricia Racette as Cio-Cio San and Stefano Secco as Pinkerton in a scene from the Canadian Opera Company production of Madama Butterfly.
Hazel McCallion endorses Bonnie Crombie in Mississauga mayoral race
Mississauga mayoral candidate Bonnie Crombie canvases door to door with her son Jonathon, right, while campaigning in Mississauga on Sept. 20.
Edmonton aiming to change penalty-prone ways against Winnipeg
Edmonton Eskimos' quarterback Mike Reilly (13) goes for the first down against Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Louie Richardson (52) during the first half of CFL action in Winnipeg on July 17.
Quarterback in the spotlight as Alouettes host Riders
Montreal Alouettes quarterback Anthony Calvillo fires a pass in Montreal, on July 12, 2013.
Facts and figures on Canadian oil and gas production and investment
Numbers show Southwest's expansion in Dallas; still small compared with American at nearby DFW
Homicide squad called in after 3 people found dead in Brampton, Ont., home
School opens in Haiti in honour of Canadian Mountie killed in earthquake
Sgt. Mark Gallagher is shown in this undated handout photo. A vocational school is set to open Monday in Haiti in honour of Sgt. Gallagher, a respected Mountie from New Brunswick killed almost five years ago in a devastating earthquake while he was on an educational mission in the Caribbean country. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO
'Gone Girl' defeats 'Dracula Untold' to spend another weekend atop the box office
In this image released by Universal Pictures, Luke Evans appears in a scene from "Dracula Untold." (AP Photo/Universal Pictures, Jasin Boland)
Li Xiaodong wins Canada’s new global award for architecture
An example of the work of architect Li Xiaodong
Wild sign defenceman Brodin to 6-year contract extension
Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog, right, of Sweden, flies past Minnesota Wild goalie Darcy Kuemper, center, as he stops shot while defenseman Jonas Brodin covers in the third period of the Wild's 3-0 victory in an NHL hockey game in Denver on Saturday, Oct. 11.
Lax climate policy hasn't resulted in 'energy super power' status for Canada
Environmental Commissioner Julie Gelfand shuffles her papers as she listens to a question about the 2014 Fall Report of the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development during a news conference in Ottawa on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014. When the federal environment commissioner reported this week that Canada would not meet its 2020 international commitment on greenhouse gas emission cuts, no one was surprised. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Canadian Blood Services survey looks at relaxing restrictions on gay donors
Dr. Graham Sher, CEO of Canadian Blood Services photograph on January 30, 2013 in Ottawa.
Young New Brunswick woman dead after single-vehicle crash, three others injured
Stealth Workout: Blow out your workout
Start by engaging your right bum muscle to stabilize yourself as you lift your left leg off the floor – don’t let that foot touch the ground. Try to balance evenly on your right foot; don’t let it roll to either side. 1. Without letting your right knee cave in or out, tap your left foot forward. 2. Then, lift your left leg up again and tap your toes out to the left. 3. Then, lift your left leg up and back and tap your toes behind you. Repeat three to five times before switching legs.
‘I wanted the irony to be militant,’ Amis says of new Auschwitz novel
Martin Amis doesn’t make the people who run a concentration camp in his book automatons but rather portrays them as complex and flawed.
The Quick Fix: Butternut Squash Chips
In getting sick, I accepted the humility of not having total control
How ‘Wek’ became a finance whiz while looking like a rock star
Michael Wekerle’s known as the Oracle of Bay Street – a straight-talking finance whiz who has made a mint in the corporate world (even if he looks more like a rock star).
A third of breast cancers can be prevented, new research says
The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation helps women in remote communities with screenings and education.
Bif Naked: In defence of breast cancer month
Why this expert is against making flu shots mandatory for health-care workers
A patient gets a shot during a flu vaccine program in Calgary on Oct. 26, 2009.
Hours of Culture: Five things you should check out this week
American Sniper- Bradley Cooper is getting Oscar buzz for his role in Clint Eastwood’s American Sniper, adapted from the Chris Kyle book. The trailer is tense, but is there anything here that deserves an Oscar? We’ll see. (youtube.com)
Conservatives divided with by-election underway in Flaherty’s riding
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau says before Canada joins an international combat mission in Iraq, the prime minister needs to present a clear plan. Stephen Harper says the House of Commons will hear a proposal "within the next few days."
Harper sets November date for federal byelections in Ontario and Alberta
Prime Minister Stephen Harper speaks at the Abilities Centre in Whitby, Ont. on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014. Harper has set Nov. 17 for two federal byelections in Ontario and Alberta, including the seat occupied by late finance minister Jim Flaherty. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Hannah Yoon
Calgary dealt yet another blow as explosion knocks out power grid
Parts of downtown Calgary were without power Sunday night after a downtown electrical fire Saturday night left close to 5000 people without power in Calgary, Alberta, October 12, 2014.
Canadian Blood Services survey looks at relaxing restrictions on gay donors
A bag of blood is shown at a clinic in Montreal, Thursday, November 29, 2012. There are no immediate plans to further relax restrictions on gay and bisexual blood donors despite the fact officials are testing the waters on the idea, says the agency responsible for Canada's blood supply. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
Man charged after pedestrian struck and killed in Niagara Region
Fire knocks out power in downtown Calgary; restoration could take a week
NBA MVP Kevin Durant has foot fracture
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) shoots in front of Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game on Oct. 10 in Dallas.
First World War flyers risked shortened lifespan but have extended legacy
Canadian fighter ace William (Billy) Bishop sits in a Nieuport aircraft in a 1917 file photo. Air combat was in its infancy when the First World War began, only 11 years after the Wright Brothers invented the airplane and took it for its first successful flight in 1903. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ National Archives of Canada
AP Exclusive: California health exchange awards millions in no-bid contracts; ties questioned
FILE - In this Nov. 13, 2013 file photo, Peter Lee, executive director of Covered California, the state's health insurance exchange, talks at a news conference in Sacramento, Calif. Long before it opened its doors to the public last fall, California's health insurance exchange awarded a small contract to a business consultant, Leesa Tori, for her advice on designing a program to sell insurance to small companies The industry veteran was a friend and former co-worker of Peter Lee, the exchange's top executive. The seemingly minor deal would mark the beginning of a lucrative and far-reaching partnership between the new state agency and the boutique consulting company Tori formed last year, just as national health care reform took root across the U.S. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File)
Egyptian police storm two universities to quell protests
Egyptian security forces stand guard at Cairo University in Cairo on Oct. 12.
Should Canada allow contraceptives for dogs and cats? Yes, says one vet.
Veterinary technician Kayla Knier, right, watches as Dr. Melinda Chambers spays a female cat on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2012, at the Central Kansas Veterinary Center in South Hutchinson, Kan., as part of their World Spay Day effort. One day, sterilizing your pet could be as simple as taking them to the vet for their annual shots. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/The Hutchinson News, Lindsey Bauman
Attempt to be made Sunday to put out fire at Saskatchewan gas pumping station
Remaining gas is burned off after explosion and fire at a gas pumping station owned by TransGas near Prud'homme, Sask., Saturday, October 11, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Liam Richards
TV Blog Buzz: 'Homeland''s shocker scene explained; No 'Say Anything' remake
This photo released by Showtime shows Claire Danes as Carrie Mathison in "Homeland," Season 4, filmed in South Africa. Last week's "Homeland" premiere certainly has people talking.In case you haven't seen it yet, there's a shocking scene involving Carrie and her young baby that reveals the extent of her struggles with being a mother. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Showtime, Joe Alblas
Edmonton preparing for game against Winnipeg by working on penalty problems
Edmonton Eskimos' quarterback Mike Reilly (13) gets set to throw against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers Ian Wild (38) during the first half of CFL action in Winnipeg on July 17, 2014. The Edmonton Eskimos are No. 3 in the CFL in points against, No. 2 in points for and, much to their dismay, No. 1 in penalties and penalty yards. Last week, Edmonton paid for its penalty problem, falling to the Toronto Argonauts 33-32 in a game in which the Eskimos lost 224 total yards on 18 infractions. As the Eskimos prepare to host the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Monday, they're hoping to change that. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Nova Scotia police watchdog investigates after suspect found with broken wrist
Hamilton wins inaugural Russian GP ahead of Rosberg
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain waves to the spectators after winning the Formula One Russian Grand Prix at the Sochi Autodrom Formula One circuit, in Sochi, Russia, Sunday, Oct. 12.
Nova Scotia RCMP charge man with aggravated assault after man sent to hospital
Stroumboulopoulos debuts as host of new look Hockey Night in Canada
George Stroumboulopoulos.
Ebola: When it's contagious, how it spreads and other things you need to know to stay safe
FILE - This undated file image made available by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) shows the Ebola virus. A Texas health care worker who provided hospital care for Thomas Eric Duncan, who later died has tested positive for the virus, health officials said Sunday Oct. 12, 2014. Dr. David Varga, of the Texas Health Resource, says the worker was in full protective gear when they provided care to Duncan during his second visit to Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital. (AP Photo/Centers for Disease Control, File)
'Republic of Doyle' star Allan Hawco and cast on the final season
Allan Hawco stars as Jake Doyle in CBC’s "Republic of Doyle," in a handout photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO, CBC - Duncan.de.Young
Investors should brace for more losses amid long anticipated market correction
Fire at Toronto oil refinery triggers precautionary evacuation
Pope says thanksgiving Mass for two saints who spread faith in Canada
Pope Francis leaves after he celebrated a Mass of Thanksgiving for the canonization of two Canadian saints, St. Francis de Laval and St. Mary of the Incarnation, in St. Peter's Basilica, at the Vatican, Sunday, Oct. 12.
Harvick wins in Charlotte as tempers flare
Kevin Harvick celebrates with a burnout after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Bank of America 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Oct. 11 in Charlotte.
China’s Shanshan Feng rallies to win LPGA Malaysia
Shanshan Feng of China watches her 2nd shot on the 8th hole during the final day of the Sime Darby LPGA on the final day at Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club on Oct. 12, 2014 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Federer beats Simon to capture fourth title of year at Shanghai Masters
Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates after winning the men's singles final match against Gilles Simon of France at the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament in Shanghai October 12.
Ask, and you shall learn plenty
Finance ministers pledge action to give global economy momentum, but follow-through often lags
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Christine Lagarde, accompanied by IMFC Chair and Singapore's Finance Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam speaks during a news conference at the World Bank Group-International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings at IMF headquarters in Washington, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
Woman dead in suspicious hotel fire in Mississauga
Higgins scores shootout winner as Canucks edge Oilers in home opener
Vancouver Canucks right wing Linden Vey (7) celebrates his goal with teammates Henrik Sedin (33) and Chris Tanev (8) during the third period of NHL action against the Edmonton Oilers in Vancouver, B.C. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014.
Miller there when it counts as Canucks edge Oilers 5-4 in a shootout
Vancouver Canucks defenceman Dan Hamhuis (2) and teammate Brad Richardson (15) fight for control of the puck with Edmonton Oilers centre Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (93) and Taylor Hall (4)during the second period of NHL action in Vancouver, B.C. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
Kevin Glenn throws three touchdown passes as Lions hammer Redblacks
Ottawa Redblacks' Khalil Paden, left, is hit by B.C. Lions' Torri Williams (13) as Josh Johnson (23) and Solomon Elimimian (56) join in on the tackle during the second half of a CFL football game in Vancouver, B.C., on Saturday October 11, 2014.
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