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Ontario pledges to push for review of mercury poisoning compensation board
Toronto-based Norbord Inc. reports lower Q2 earnings of $11 million
Across US, opponents and supporters call power-plant pollution rules too much or too little
FILE - In this June 2, 2014 file photo, a hill of coal is seen at the North Omaha Station, a coal-burning power station, in Omaha, Nebraska. Hundreds of people have signed up to tell the EPA what they think of proposed rules to cut pollution from power plants during public hearings to take place in Denver on July 29 and 30, 2014. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, File)
Gavrilo Princip, who triggered a war, was also a Serbian hero
Gavrilo Princip, the boy who killed the Archduke and opened the door to general war.
Crayon-maker Crayola to open family attraction in Orlando, Florida; more could be on the way
Canadians grow more pessimistic about economy, jobs... except in the West
'If you really want to distract me, you should put my kids in the back seat'
Dianne Nice
US consumer confidence rises to 90.9 in July, strongest reading since October 2007
Why a Canada-Europe deal is crucial to global trade
John Ibbitson
NBA, Clippers eager to move on from Sterling after court ruling
FILE - In this Oct. 17, 2010 file photo, Los Angeles Clippers team owner Donald Sterling watches his team play in Los Angeles.
Small Alberta city gets outside help to battle devastating fire in three homes
Girl hit by crash-landing plane on Florida beach has died
First responders arrive at the scene of a single-engine Piper Cherokee plane crash in Venice, Fla., on July 27, 2014. U.S. Army Sergeant Ommy Irizarry died at the scene, while his daughter, Ocean, died in hospital days later.
Images from Tuesday's competition at the Commonwealth Games
Louis Smith of England competes on the parallel bars during the men's gymnastics team final at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, July 29, 2014
At the open: TSX climbs; traders look to consumer data
A pilot taxis a Westjet Boeing 737-700 in Richmond, February 3, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Central Ontario senior wins $20M Lotto Max jackpot; plans to buy new home, car
Small designers try to fill gender gap in mainstream fashion
This July 2014 selfie image shows a transgender woman Kylie Jack in Austin, Texas, who was denied personal service at a lingerie shop known for one-on-one fittings. The 39-year-old computer interaction designer left empty-handed and angry after being asked if she was an anatomical female. She took to social media to protest.
TIFF unveils more films, including Midnight Madness and documentary programs
A scene from The Face of an Angel
Ecclestone defence, prosecutors discuss possible deal to end F1 boss' German bribery trial
Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone arrives for his trial in the regional court in Munich, southern Germany, Tuesday, July 29, 2014. Ecclestone is charged with bribery and incitement to breach of trust "in an especially grave case" over a US $44 million payment to a German banker, that prosecutors allege was meant to facilitate the sale of the Formula One Group to a buyer of Ecclestone's liking. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader,Pool)
Prosecutor cites ‘compelling’ signs of Kosovo organ-harvesting atrocities in 1990s
Tuesday's analyst upgrades and downgrades
Exteriors of the Lululemon shop at 153 Cumberland St. in Toronto's Yorkville neighbourhood on Feb. 6, 2014.
Maggie Gyllenhaal honours 'The Honorable Woman,' starring in a personal story on a global scale
This image released by SundanceTV shows, from left, Eve Best, Tobias Menzies, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Genevieve O'Reilly in a scene from "The Honorable Woman," an eight-hour miniseries premiering Thursday at 10 p.m. EDT. The series is a virtuoso effort by Hugo Blick, who both wrote and directed it. (AP Photo/SundanceTV, Robert Viglasky)
Suzuki recalls nearly 26,000 cars made by GM; daytime running light module can catch fire
FILE - This Sept. 16 2009 file photo shows the logo of automaker Suzuki at the Frankfurt Auto Show in Frankfurt, Germany. Suzuki is recalling nearly 26,000 midsize cars in the U.S. because the daytime running light modules can overheat and could cause a fire. The recall covers the Verona from the 2004-2006 model years. It's an expansion of an earlier recall of the Forenza and Reno. (AP Photo/Daniel Roland, File)
BlackBerry acquires anti-eavesdropping firm Secusmart as it focuses on security
George Weston to focus on growing gluten-free sector, reports Q2 loss of $208M
US home prices rise at slowed pace in 15 months, reflecting sluggish sales
Chinese hacked government computers, Ottawa says
Cyber attacks threaten every industry in every country around the world – and Canada is not immune.
New research: Carbon dioxide turns ocean water more acidic, posing risks to Alaska fisheries
FILE - In this Nov. 6, 2005 file photo, Ralph Strickland guides a crab pot full of red king crabs onto the deck of F/V Frigidland during the current fishery in the waters off of Juneau, Alaska. The release of carbon dioxide into the air from factory smokestacks to the tailpipe on your car could pose a risk to red king crab and other lucrative fisheries in Alaska, a new report says. The research, led by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, was to be published Tuesday, July 29, 2014, in the online journal Progress in Oceanography. (AP Photo/Klas Stolpe, File)
Loonie closes sharply lower as U.S. dollar strengthens
The Royal Canadian Mint unveiled the 2012 lucky loonie coin in Calgary, Alta. on Thursday, July 19, 2012.
The Bachelorette finale: The drama, the romance and the Fantasy Suite shocker
Bachelorette Andi Dorfman
Peterborough, Ont., man charged with attempted murder after shooting
China opens anti-monopoly investigation into Microsoft over Windows, Office
Lakers finally confirm former guard Byron Scott will become their new coach
The Los Angeles Lakers confirmed Byron Scott is their new coach Monday night.
Loonie moves lower, U.S. dollar strengthens on solid consumer confidence data
Canadian dollar coins, or Loonies, are displayed on a map of North America January 9, 2014 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
Blue Jays finding ways to win with stitched-together lineup
Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Colby Rasmus (right) and second baseman Munenori Kawasaki celebrate after scoring runs against the Boston Red Sox during the fourth inning at Fenway Park.
Canada wins gold, silver in women’s mountain bike at Commonwealth Games
Canada's Catharine Pendrel, left, won gold and teammate Emily Batty womn silver in the women's cross-country event at Cathkin Braes mountain bike trails at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland on Tuesday, July 29, 2014.
TSX closes little changed after U.S., Europe impose tough sanctions on Russia
The Toronto Stock Exchange Broadcast Centre is shown on June 28, 2013. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Vincent Elkaim
Youngest ever female Commonwealth Games gold medalist fails drug test
Chika Amalaha of Nigeria kisses her gold medal for winning the women's 53 kg weightlifting competition at the Commonwealth Games
Waste Management selling Wheelabrator Technologies to Energy Capital Partners for $1.94B
UPS 2Q profit falls 58 per cent, misses estimate; full-year outlook cut for spending plans
Reynolds American 2Q profit rises 6.7 per cent as higher prices offset cigarette declines
Teacher who helped save children's lives during Sandy Hook massacre has book deal
FILE - This Nov. 11, 2013 file photo shows honoree Kaitlin Roig-DeBellis attending the 23rd Annual Glamour Women of the Year Awards at Carnegie Hall in New York. Roig-DeBellis, a teacher at Sandy Hook Elementary School who helped save students' lives during a mass shooting, has a book deal. G.P. Putnam's Sons for "Choosing Hope: Moving Forward from Your Life's Darkest Hour." The book will be released in the spring of 2015. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
Carrick on money: Confessions of a spoiled rich kid
The upper 7 per cent of U.S. households owned 63 per cent of the nation’s total household wealth in 2011, up from 56 per cent in 2009, according to a report from the Pew Research Center.
Todd Parr embraces kids and parents alike in new picture book: 'It's Okay to Make Mistakes'
This 2013 photo released by Todd Parr shows children's book author Todd Parr with his dogs Pete, left, and tater Tot in Berkeley, Calif. Parr, 52, relies on playful, brightly-colored drawings and easy-to-understand messages to win over the age 4-to-6 set, along with their teachers and parents. In today's competitive swirl of perfectionism, it's Parr who declares it OK to draw outside the lines, celebrate your big hair and feel lonely sometimes. (AP Photo/Jeff Fielding)
Right at Home: Pop art's fun vibe plays well off both vintage and contemporary
This photo provided by Mollaspace shows a map printed in hot pink and Slushie blue that would make a great pop art wall covering from Mollaspace.com. With Mid-Century Modern style firmly ensconced in the home décor spotlight, it follows that its successor - pop art decor - is also finding a 21st century audience. (AP Photo/Mollaspace)
From timed watering to last-minute weeding, tips for gardeners going on vacation
This July 2014 photo shows timers and soaker hoses, which can be used to keep your garden healthy while you're on your vacation on display in a hardware store in Larchmont, New York. (AP Photo/Julie Rubin)
Israel is quickly closing the door to peace
Princess Haya Al Hussein
Talk to strangers: Campaign urges lonely Londoners to get chatty
David Blackwell and Polly Akhurst are co-founders of Talk To Me London, an initiative to spark conversations between Londoners with badges announcing: “Talk to me, I’ll talk to you.”
Before the bell: Stocks cautiously rising amid key earnings
Drugmaker Pfizer's 2nd quarter profit sinks 79 per cent but still beats analyst expectations
This May 4, 2014 photo shows the Pfizer logo on the exterior of a former Pfizer factory, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. The pharmaceutical giant reports quarterly financial results on Tuesday, July 29, 2014. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
Merck second-quarter profit more than doubles, tops forecast
In this Thursday, Feb. 28, 2013 photo, Merck scientist Pascale Nantermet conducts research to discover new HIV drugs in West Point, Pa. Merck reports quarterly financial results on Tuesday, July 29, 2014. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
We’ll pay for Harper’s ‘hit and run’ diplomacy
Sergio Marchi
Tax cuts? Check. Trade, jobs, pipelines? Flagging
Lawrence Martin
Tuesday's small-cap stocks to watch
Canadian miner Fission Uranium Corp. is acquiring Alpha Minerals Inc.
Can BlackBerry be iconic again? CEO John Chen isn’t sure
Michael Babad
The case of the would-be jihadi
Margaret Wente
Talisman frustrated at pace of asset sales, but encouraged by Duvernay interest
Canada pulls diplomats from Tripoli as Libya conflict rages
Black smoke billows over the skyline as a fire at the Tripoli airport oil depot rages out of control on July 28, 2014. The latest violence to plague Libya has so far killed scores of people and wounded hundreds as foreigners flee the chaos.
Top links: Water is the next big investment theme
McDonald's Japan to strengthen checks on chicken suppliers, says earnings likely to be hurt
Aetna 2Q profit increases 2.4 per cent, tops forecast
FILE - In this July 31, 2008 file photo, a woman strides past the Hartford, Conn., headquarters of Aetna, Inc. Health insurer Aetna Inc. reports quarterly financial results on Tuesday, July 29, 2014. (AP Photo/Bob Child, File)
EU competition authority approves $270 million restructuring aid for Polish airline LOT
FILE - In this Feb. 22, 2013 file picture a Boeing 767 of the Polish airlines LOT stands on the tarmac of the Frederic Chopin airport in Warsaw, Poland. The European Union's antitrust authority on Tuesday July 29, 2014 approved the Polish government's 200 million-euro ($270 million) bailout for its ailing national carrier, LOT airlines. The 28-nation bloc's executive Commission said the assistance does not violate EU rules limiting state aid to businesses since it will "allow the company to become viable in the long-term without unduly distorting competition." (AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski)
Some niche retirement communities geared to people with specific interests or backgrounds
Indian retirement community joins growing world of niche developments for seniors
In this June 25, 2014 photo Arun, left, and Usha Pancholi, recent transplants from Colombus, Ohio and big Ohio State fans, watch TV at their home at ShantiNiketan, a retirement community for people from India, in Tavares, Fla. ShantiNiketan is one of a growing number of niche retirement communities aimed at people of specific ethnic backgrounds, hobbies or collegiate allegiances. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
WestJet readies to take on new low-cost rivals, including Southwest
A pilot taxis a Westjet Boeing 737-700 plane to a gate after arriving at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Monday February 3, 2014. WestJet Airlines is preparing for the arrival of new low-cost competitors including Southwest Airlines by taking steps to expand its regional service and add wide-body planes to its fleet to access new international routes. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Arm Palestinians in Gaza, Iran’s Ayatollah urges Muslim world
In this a released by the official website of the office of the Iranian supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei leads the Eid al-Fitr prayer at the Imam Khomeini grand mosque in Tehran on July 29, 2014.
Russia’s cruise-missile test violates arms treaty, U.S. alleges
A letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, conveyed by U.S. President Barack Obama, alleges that a Russian cruise-missile test violates a 1987 international arms agreement.
BP warns that further Russia sanctions could hit profits because of stake in Rosneft
China to put American, British detectives who worked for Glaxo on trial Aug. 8
Cabrera helps Blue Jays hammer Red Sox 14-1
Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Melky Cabrera (53) celebrates his home run against the Boston Red Sox with center fielder Anthony Gose (right) during the sixth inning at Fenway Park on Monday, July 28, 2014.
Death toll climbs to 23 in Abu Sayyaf attack on villagers in southern Philippines
ICAO to set up task force in wake of downing of Malaysia Airlines flight
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) headquarters are pictured in Montreal, May 3, 2013. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
Obscure export bank's fate traps GOP Senate hopefuls between party's tea party, business wings
In this Nov. 28, 2010, photo, the American flag is illuminated by the late afternoon sun as it is displayed at the entrance of the U.S. Export Import Bank in Washington. Familiar with the Export-Import Bank? In all likelihood, most voters in Louisiana and Virginia aren’t either. And yet Democratic Sen. Mark Warner is talking about the bank on the campaign trail, portraying it as a job creator that must be protected against tea party ideologues. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)
How long can a dog safely be left in a vehicle?
A dog waits for its owner in a car in Toronto on May 9, 2011.
To close the deal, you need to learn all aspects of business – not just sales
office meeting
Six recruiting tips for Canadian small business owners
Small business owners or employees performing these searches also run the risk of collecting information about the wrong person. In addition to potentially breaching privacy laws, this may lead small business owners or entrepreneurs to make decisions about candidates based on erroneous information.
Five ways training for a marathon inspired me as an entrepreneur
City Runners
Buying Used: Useful wagons under $15,000
A scratch remover that actually works
Ontario is left with few options to fix its revenue problem
Christopher Ragan
Canada should learn from Ireland's housing crash
Tara Perkins
Synagogue in Germany attacked with Molotov cocktails
Senate passes bill to keep highway aid flowing to states, sends the measure back to House
FILE - This April 14, 2014 file photo shows a section of the I-75 Phase II modernization project under way in Dayton, Ohio. The Senate is set to take up legislation to keep federal highway money flowing to states, with just three days left before the government plans to start slowing down payments. The House passed a $10.8 billion bill last week that would pay for highway and transit aid through the end of May 2015 if transportation spending is maintained at current levels. Under a schedule outlined by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nev., the Senate would take up that bill Tuesday. (AP Photo/Skip Peterson, File)
Why Obama can’t afford to lose the midterms
U.S. President Barack Obama stands with U.S. Vice President Joe Biden before signing the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act at the White House in Washington July 22, 2014. The Obama administration’s political capital, already in decline, could be reduced even further if the Democrats fare poorly in November’s midterm elections.
For now, 2-day lobster mini-season continues at Biscayne National Park; may be eliminated
Growing demand for travel, mostly in developing nations, to pose safety challenge for airlines
Honda's quarterly profit jumps 20 pct on Asian vehicle sales growth, raises annual forecast
A visitor looks closely at cars displayed at a Honda showroom in Tokyo, Tuesday, July 29, 2014. Honda said quarterly profit surged nearly 20 percent on strong demand for remodeled cars in Japan and elsewhere in Asia. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)
Swiss bank UBS reports 2Q net profit jump, settlement of German case
NYC uses food trucks to bring free summer meals to kids; more mobility, less stigma
In this July 23, 2014 photo, young adults and small children accompanied by parents receive free lunches at the Get Ready 2 Go truck in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York. The city’s Department of Education has turned to food trucks as part of its summer meals program. The program tries to make sure the children who qualify for reduced-price or free meals during the academic year don’t lose out just because school’s closed. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Calgary house where five young people slain at party has been put up for sale
A policeman stands watch outside the house that was the scene of a multiple fatal stabbing incident in Calgary on April 16, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Larry MacDougal
Liquor licence dispute leaves Toronto restaurants in the lurch
A front window at 3047 Dundas Street west displays it's application for a liquor license, on Dec. 11, 2012.
July 29: Animal cruelty’s bitter taste – and other letters to the editor
‘If going vegan seems too difficult, remember it doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Consider committing to eating less chicken, dairy and eggs whenever you can. Start with Meatless Mondays.’
U.S. lawmakers offer full support for Israel, criticism of Obama administration
An Israeli soldier looks through binoculars near the border with Gaza July 29, 2014.
Asia stock markets rise on earnings, await US economic growth report
FILE - This Monday, July 15, 2013 file photo shows the American flag and Wall St. street sign outside the New York Stock Exchange, in New York. European and Asian stocks rose Tuesday, July 29, 2014 ahead of a string of U.S. and Chinese economic reports later this week and despite the possibility of more sanctions on Russia. Wall Street was expected to rise on the open. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)
T-Mobile deal helps Rhapsody hit 2 million paying subscribers; expanding unRadio to Europe
More than a third of Americans reported to collection agencies for unpaid bills and debts
FILE - In this May 9, 2012 file photo, a Visa credit card is tendered at the opening of the Superdry store in New York's Times Square. More than 35 percent of Americans have debts and unpaid bills that have been reported to collection agencies, according to a study released Tuesday, July 29, 2014, by the Urban Institute. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
Lady Gaga says recording jazz music was easier than pop; singer readies jazz CD with Bennett
Recording artist Lady Gaga attends a Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga concert taping on Monday, July 28, 2014, in New York. (Photo by Andy Kropa/Invision/AP)
Metro Vancouver rapid-transit review to be led by former Go Transit CEO
July 29: Your daily horoscope
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