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Fire strikes two well known Toronto restaurants
Fire strikes two well known Toronto restaurants
What a small gospel chapel reveals about Fort McMurray’s diversity
Churchgoers sing at the Fort McMurray Seventh Day Adventist church on Dec. 25, 2014. The congregation has several members from Zimbabwe.
Pro-democracy protesters return to Hong Kong streets for second night, 37 arrested
Transit officers help mother deliver Christmas baby on train in Philadelphia
'Christmas Vacation' fan creates new exit on New Jersey parkway: Clark Griswold
FILE - In this March 10, 2008, file photo, actor Chevy Chase poses backstage at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, in New York. On Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, a sign for an exit on New Jersey's Garden State Parkway for Clark and Westfield to read "Clark Griswold," after a character played by Chevy Chase in the Christmas cult classic, 'Christmas Vacation.' (AP Photo/Evan Agostini, File)
Raptors assign Bruno Caboclo to Fort Wayne of D-League
Caboclo made his NBA debut Nov. 21 against Milwaukee and scored a season-high eight points in 12 minutes of action.
'The Game, Christmas Day 1914'
Criminal lawyer Edward Greenspan fell in love with the romance of the law
Edward Greenspan, left, and Garth Drabinsky arrive at the University Ave. court house in Toronto in 2009.
Heat top Cavaliers in Lebron’s return
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) brings the ball up court against Miami Heat guard Norris Cole (30) during the first half at American Airlines Arena.
New AHL overtime rule taking ice by storm
If new AHL overtime rule comes to the NHL, we may see fewer and fewer shootouts deciding games
Struggling Liverpool show signs of recovery
Liverpool’s Brendan Rodgers, right, has changed to a 3-4-3 formation in an attempt to reproduce the attacking fluency of last season.
NFL kickers attribute soccer to help their game
At 42, Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri, right, has changed the way he trains to maintain his body for the rigours of the NFL.
Cliffs' Bloom Lake mine hit with record $7.5-million environmental fine
Cliffs Natural Resources is cutting ties with the Bloom Lake iron ore mine, which Environment Canada said saw the breach of a tailings pond dam, resulting in charges and the fine.
Hot Ticket: Vancity Theatre’s Best of 2014
Paul Schlase, Tony Revelori, Tilda Swinton and Ralph Fiennes in a scene from "The Grand Budapest Hotel."
UBC botanist rethinking GMO to end famine
Dr. Loren Rieseberg and his team identify genes that give resilience to wild sunflowers in order to cultivate stronger breeds.
Giant Mine bomber gets six-month parole extension
Accused Roger Warren (right) is escorted into court by RCMP Sgt. Jim Barr Monday, Oct.24, 1994 in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.
Clam farming opportunities sowing seeds for a B.C. turf war
An employee holds a live geoduck at Hung Win Seafood market in Vancouver's Chinatown April 26, 2007.
Ontario's corporate job-creation subsidies may not create jobs, economists warn
Premier Kathleen Wynne, middle, and Brad Duguid, minister of economic development, announce spending on a Honda plant in Alliston, Ont., in November.
Vancouver International Airport’s sense of place makes it a winner
John Wong appreciates that amenities and washrooms can be found easily at YVR, which he says isn’t so at many airports.
The best images from around the world for Dec. 25
Boys play with snow by the Kremlin walls in central Moscow, December 25, 2014. REUTERS/Sergei Karpukhin (RUSSIA - Tags: ENVIRONMENT SOCIETY TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)
Kelly: Connor McDavid is ready for the spotlight
Cathal Kelly
Energy economist Peter Tertzakian takes a bullish view on Alberta oil
Economist Peter Tertzakian says the timing of oil’s price rebound will surprise many.
Westbrook scores 34 points as visiting Thunder outlast Spurs 114-106
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Andre Roberson (21) grabs a rebound against San Antonio Spurs forwards Aron Baynes, left, of Australia, and Matt Bonner, second from left, as Thunder forward Serge Ibaka looks on, in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, in San Antonio.
It’s all hands on deck for Team Canada and Connor McDavid
Team Canada's Brayden Point, left, Connor McDavid, centre, and Robby Fabbri look on prior to having their official photograph taken in Montreal, Thursday, December 25, 2014.
The rotavirus vaccine is a smart investment for all of Canada
All the publicly funded programs use the GSK vaccine, Rotarix, which is administered at two and four months of age. Childhood vaccines are centrally purchased by the Public Health Agency of Canada, then the costs are passed on to the provinces and territories.
Duhatschek: Flames flicker back to life as Oilers slide to the bottom
Eric Duhatschek
Gift cards: Are they a gift to crooks?
(AP Photo/Tony Avelar, file)
Avalanche danger rising for B.C. backcountry, public warning issued
Why the ‘new year effect’ is problematic for Canadian stocks
David Milstead
A gun can kill. Criticism? Not so much.
Patrick Lynch, president of the Patrolman's Benevolent Association, visits a makeshift memorial, Monday, Dec. 22, 2014, near the site where New York Police Department officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu were murdered in the Brooklyn borough of New York.
Why recess is a great idea for grown-ups, too
Harvey Schachter
The Year in Photos: Moments in sports
Let’s look on the bright side of the Canadian, global economy
David Parkinson
From CEOs to politicians: The big names behind the biggest stories
In September, the self-made Chinese entrepreneur, Jack Ma, vaulted into the ranks of the world’s tycoons by leading Alibaba’s $25-billion (U.S.) IPO on the New York Stock Exchange, the world’s largest to date.
Wall puts on dazzling Christmas display, leads Wizards over Knicks
New York Knicks center Cole Aldrich defends as Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) goes up for two points in the second half of an NBA basketball game at Madison Square Garden in New York, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014.
A new start: Community housing program provides help to homeless
Alternative authoritarian satire to consider in replace of The Interview
James Franco, left, as Dave and Seth Rogen as Aaron in a scene from Columbia Pictures' "The Interview."
In photos: Christmas celebrations in Canada and around the world
People walk near the Christmas tree on Christmas day at Castle Square in Warsaw, Poland, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014.
Finding comfort in the uncertainty of my post-university future
Man hospitalized after struck by fleeing vehicle in Oshawa, Ont.: Police
The top 14 movie moments from '14
Johanna Schneller
Capacity crowds turn up as hundreds of theatres begin screening 'The Interview'
"The Interview," the comedy starring Seth Rogen and James Franco, is listed under an American flag on the marquee of the Cinefamily at Silent Movie Theater in Los Angeles, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014. The film's Christmas Day release was canceled by Sony after threats of violence by hackers linked to North Korea, but the release was reinstated in some independent theaters and through a variety of digital platforms.(AP Photo/Richard Vogel)
Do we really need to host three separate Christmas dinners for family who won't socialize together?
David Eddie
Citing unfair auction, developer in line to purchase failed Revel casino wants $8M discount
Two men hospitalized after separate stabbings in Toronto
Police tape marks a crime scene in this file photo.
Former President George H.W. Bush still in hospital
In this Thursday, May 11, 1989, file photo, President George H.W. Bush briefs reporters at the White House in Washington.
2 men hospitalized after separate stabbings in Toronto
Investigation underway after fire levels home in rural New Brunswick
Obama personal chef, nutrition policy adviser, friend hangs up White House apron after 6 years
Ottawa terror attack named Canadian Press news story of 2014
Centre Block on Parliament Hill in Ottawa is surrounded by police vehicles on on Oct. 22, 2014.
CFIA recalls caramel apples made in U.S. due to listeria concern
Brother of man convicted in Surrey Six slayings charged with helping killers escape
Members of the RCMP search the property surrounding an apartment building where six people died in a mulitple homicide in Surrey, B.C. Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2007.
Russia offers sympathy to North Korea over Sony hacking scandal
This photo released by Sony - Columbia Pictures shows James Franco, left, as Dave and Seth Rogen as Aaron in a scene from Columbia Pictures' "The Interview." (AP Photo/Sony - Columbia Pictures, Ed Araquel)
Hong Kong protesters arrested after returning to cleared out site
Policemen stand near a portrait of jailed Chinese Nobel Peace Prize laureate Liu Xiaobo with balloons and slogans reading "Release Liu Xiaobo", during a protest urging for his release, outside the Chinese liaison office in Hong Kong December 25, 2014. Protesters on Thursday called for the release of Liu, 58, a veteran dissident involved in the 1989 Tiananmen Square pro-democracy protests crushed by the army, jailed for 11 years on Christamas Day in 2009 on subversion charges for organising a petition urging an end to one-party rule.
Lawmakers vow to help Montana, North Dakota oil-patch towns stretched by influx of workers
FILE - In this Tuesday, July 26, 2011 file photo, a worker walks by an oil derrick outside of Williston, N.D. Relief could be on the horizon for strapped public services in the Northern Plains' booming oil patch, as elected leaders in Montana and North Dakota move to steer more money into the region during the states' upcoming legislative sessions. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull, File)
Saudi women arrested for driving referred to court that tries terrorism cases
This Nov. 30, 2014 image made from video released by Loujain al-Hathloul, shows her driving towards the United Arab Emirates - Saudi Arabia border before her arrest on Dec. 1, 2014, in Saudi Arabia. Two Saudi women, including al-Hathloul, detained for nearly a month after violating the kingdom's female driving ban have been referred Dec. 25, 2014 to a court established to try terrorism cases on charges related to comments they made on social media.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC acquire Uruguayan striker Octavio Rivero
Temperature records shattered in Maritimes on balmy Christmas Day
Moscow snowstorm delays more than 150 flights on Christmas Day
Cars are stuck in a congested traffic on both banks of the Moskva River outside the Kremlin, during heavy snowfall in downtown Moscow, Russia, Dec. 25, 2014. A massive snowstorm in Moscow on Thursday caused delays to more than a hundred flights and brought traffic to a standstill.
Somali militants attack African Union base in Mogadishu
This Dec. 8, 2008 file photo shows armed fighters from Somalia's al-Shabab jihadist movement traveling on the back of pickup trucks outside Mogadishu. The militant group claimed responsibility for an attack on the African Union’s main base in Mogadishu on Dec. 25, 2014.
Green Christmas: Atlantic provinces see record-breaking warm temperatures
People walk under umbrellas in the rain while snow melts on Christmas Eve in Ottawa on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014. Many Canadians woke up to warm temperatures and rainfall warnings on Christmas day.
Quebec miner fined $7.5 million after pleading guilty to environmental charges
Protests continue in Missouri after fatal police shooting of black teen
Police officers attempt to disperse demonstrators during a protest outside the Mobil On-The-Run gas and convenience store in Berkeley, Missouri on December 24, 2014.
Ottawa singer Kira Isabella being praised for date-rape tale 'Quarterback'
Million-dollar lottery ticket sold in Nova Scotia's Cape Breton County
Saudi 2015 budget projects more spending, less revenue and $39B deficit amid oil slump
FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 21, 2014 file photo, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Ali Ibrahim Naimi leaves the hall during the opening day of the 10th Arab energy Conference in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet has endorsed a budget for 2015 that projects a slight increase in spending and a significant drop in revenues due to sliding oil prices, resulting in a $39 billion deficit. (AP Photo/Kamran Jebreili, File)
Harper asks Canadians to pray for troops in Iraq in Christmas message
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper speaks during a news conference following the end of the G8 Summit in Brisbane, Australia Sunday Nov. 16, 2014. In his annual Christmas message, Harper asked Canadians to pray for troops who have been deployed to Iraq.
Russian President Putin scraps New Year's holidays for ministers because of currency crisis
A woman browses foodstuffs at a butcher's counter in a market in central Moscow, Russia on Thursday, Dec 25, 2014. The country's statistics agency reported Wednesday that consumer prices rose 0.9 percent last week when the ruble was in freefall — there was clear evidence then that retailers of imported products, such as electronics and cars, were raising prices in the wake of the ruble's fall. The weekly rise was the biggest since records began in 2008. (AP Photo/Pavel Golovkin)
Montreal police help deliver baby in car on Christmas morning
Snowstorm in Moscow delays over 150 flights, brings traffic to standstill
A woman walks with her child through heavy snowfall at a park in Moscow, Russia, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Ivan Sekretarev)
Long drive's journey into Christmas
Andrew Clark
Smart windshields mean no more looking down
Heads-up displays will move infotainment displays from the dashboard to a driver’s line of sight.
The 15 best-selling business books of the year
The year's top-selling business books in Canada, compiled by BookNet Canada
Cheney: My intoxicating afternoon with a breathalyzer
Peter Cheney
Sony needs to stop playing the victim
Mia Pearson
Eleven tips to de-stress your life
Stress is an insidious health risk mostly caused by trying to control events and people that we can’t.
UK authority warns new drone owners: Fly your Christmas gift safely, or you could be fined
Obama personal chef, nutrition policy adviser, friend hangs up White House apron after 6 years
FILE - In this June 12, 2104, file photo, first lady Michelle Obama stands with Sam Kass, White House Senior Policy Adviser for Nutrition Policy, before they make salads from vegetables harvested from the White House garden with area students in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington. President Barack Obama’s personal chef is leaving after nearly six years in which, unlike any assistant White House chef before him, he cooked up policy alongside his meals. Kass held the title of senior policy adviser for nutrition policy, which gave him a seat at the table to help administration officials hash out everything from an updated “Nutrition Facts” label for processed foods to new government standards to cut the amount of fat, calories and sodium in federally subsidized school meals. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak, File)
Citigroup to sell its retail banking unit in Japan to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp.
Sony's on-demand release of 'The Interview' will serve as a test for movie industry
Derek Karpel holds his ticket to a screening of "The Interview" at Cinema Village movie theater, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, in New York. The film's Christmas Day release was canceled by Sony after threats of violence by hackers linked to North Korea, but the release was reinstated in some independent theaters and through a variety of digital platforms. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
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