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Defendant in California pension fraud case dies after prolonged illness as trial neared
Metrolinx reviewing policy of giving employees free rides
Metrolinx allows employees to ride for free.
When OPEC comes off its power play, expect a return to high oil
David Parkinson
Kate Taylor: Women in Canadian theatre have a message for Russell Crowe
Chick Reid, left, and Maria Vacratsis in Her2.
The best images from around the world for Jan. 14
A statue of a piper is covered in snow in Bruar, central Scotland. Britain's Meteorological Office has issued warnings that parts of the country will be struck by gales and snow.
Changes on US-backed home loans should help first-time buyers, but financing hurdles remain
Glera: You’ve never heard of this Italian grape, but you’ve tasted it in your Prosecco glass
The first day of the 2013 glera (formerly known as prosecco) grape harvest at a vineyard in Pordenone, Italy.
Commissioner Adam Silver says having jersey sponsors in NBA ‘inevitable’
FILE - In this Dec. 17, 2014, file photo, NBA commissioner Adam Silver talks to the media before an NBA basketball game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Phoenix Suns in Charlotte, N.C.
Canadian 'Fashion Police' panellist Brad Goreski dishes on style, dresses stars
"Fashion Police" panellist Brad Goreski is seen in this undated handout photo. The stylist and Port Perry, Ont., native is joining comedian Kathy Griffin as the new additions to the series which dishes on red carpet fashions. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO - E!, Brian Bowen Smith
Vidalia onion farmer's lawsuit against Ga. agriculture commissioner argued in appeals court
Chamber of Commerce: Obama's Cuba move offers US companies a chance to boost sales
U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Thomas Donohue speaks at the State of American Business 2015 event in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Uber agrees to share passenger trip data with Boston; city hopes it will help improve services
Verdict oddity gets man off dangerous driving causing death charge
Energy stock offers great example of when to hit 'sell'
Screen grab of a technical trading chart
Mayor credits Vancouver's economic strategy for highest building permit values
New book, 'Hemingway In Love,' to feature unpublished Hemingway conversations, photos
As a police chief, Blair is a ‘good politician,’ critic says
Toronto City Councillor Michael Thompson, with his back to the camera, has been a vocal critic of Police Chief Bill Blair.
Bitcoin’s two-day price plunge threatens mainstream adoption
A bitcoin ATM machine is shown at a restaurant in San Diego, California September 18, 2014. The device enables the user to convert cash to bitcoins via a QR code transfer to an application on their mobile device.
U.K. celebrity chef wins B.C. custody battle; child ordered returned to London
Nova Scotia RCMP identify man killed in fatal police shooting in New Brunswick
Bull vs. Bear: Will even U.S. stocks run out of steam?
Specialist Thomas McArdle, left, and trader Daniel Trimble work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, in New York.
Where fashion and tech meet: A look at smart-bracelet collaborations
At CES last year, Intel unveiled a prototype of its smart-bracelet collaboration with niche fashion brand Opening Ceremony, called MICA (My Intelligent Communication Accessory). It’s a snakeskin cuff with studs and semi-precious stones like obsidian, lapis and tiger’s eye that’s SMS alert-enabled and is just arriving in stores. The bracelet boasts a sapphire glass touchscreen (imagine a Nano mounted on a Hermès cuff), and costs about $500.
Former Raptors fan favourite Morris Peterson joins TSN broadcast team
Toronto Raptors Morris Peterson is shown during the last minutes of the Raptors 120-115 win over the Golden State Warriors in NBA action in Toronto, Sunday Dec.17, 2006.
Panda Bear's Noah Lennox discusses Grammy, Daft Punk and new album
Noah Lennox, who performs as Panda Bear, is shown in a handout photo. His new album is called "Panda Bear Meets the Grim Reaper." THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Fernanda Pereira
Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Mariota declares eligibility for NFL draft
Quarterback Marcus Mariota of the Oregon Ducks throws the ball against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the College Football Playoff National Championship Game at AT&T Stadium on January 12, 2015 in Arlington, Tex.
No longer just for riding: How bikes are being turned into art
Hilary Nagler calls her art, such as this handle bar fashioned into a coat hook, ‘Bicycle Taxidermy.’
Axe joins ad movement to depict same-sex couples
Axe grooming items.
Halifax salon owner fined for sexual harassment and discrimination
Adam Hadwin to resume PGA Tour schedule at Sony Open in Hawaii
Adam Hadwin of Abbotsford, B.C.
2 Hamilton public works employees fired for bringing pot-laced brownies to work
This oil patch dividend stock is poised to rebound
An overhead shot of an oil facility in Alberta.
O'Reilly producing Fox News series on Wild West figures
Model who claims Bill Cosby drugged, sexually abused her meets with police to pursue charges
FILE - In this Nov. 21, 2014 file photo, comedian Bill Cosby performs during a show at the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts in Melbourne, Fla. A model who claims Cosby drugged and sexually abused her has met with Los Angeles police detectives. Chloe Goins, who says Cosby drugged her at the Playboy Mansion in 2008, spent more than two hours at police headquarters on Tuesday morning, Jan. 13, 2015. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Atlantic City loses almost half its casino revenue in 8 years as competition leads to closings
Housing market on track for a soft landing in 2015, analysts predict
For sale signs stand in front of a condominium Tuesday, September 27, 2011 in Montreal.
Former B.C. premier floated as federal Conservative candidate
Former B.C. premier Gordon Campbell and current Canadian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland speaks at a Board of Trade luncheon in Vancouver in 2012.
Teranet-National Bank home price index down second consecutive month in December
When I quit litigation for waitressing, I brought my killer instinct with me
PG&E ordered to release emails critics say may show more improper contact with regulators
When your workout gets sidelined by cold weather and arthritis, do this instead
Hunt table: From snowy, country trails to your living room
The Hunt table.
Canadian dollar now at ‘fair value’ (and soon to be unfair)
Michael Babad
Former restaurateur handed suspended sentence for secret washroom camera
Chef and former restaurateur Allan Bosomworth arrives at Provincial Court in Vancouver on Dec. 22, 2014.
Duhatschek: Paul Maurice reaches a significant coaching milestone
Winnipeg Jets head coach Paul Maurice instructs Blake Wheeler (26), Andrew Ladd (16), Dustin Byfuglien (33) and Bryan Little (18) during overtime against the Colorado Avalanche during NHL hockey action in Winnipeg on October 26, 2014.
A list of the top 20 prime-time programs in the Nielsen ratings for Jan. 5-11
Wynne refuses to rule out carbon tax as Ontario looks to combat climate change
Fed survey finds US economy growing moderately, helped by consumer spending and tourism
In this Jan. 12, 2015 photo, construction continues on a commercial property in Peabody, Mass. The Federal Reserve releases its latest ‘Beige Book’ survey of economic conditions on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)
Teamsters Union says it has reached a deal with the Justice Department to end US oversight
Football gave Fox top slot last week, but CBS was ratings winner overall: Nielsen
Seattle Seahawks tight end Luke Willson (82) runs past Carolina Panthers strong safety Roman Harper (41) to score on a 25-yard touchdown pass during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game in Seattle, Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Brash and bold, Rex Ryan vows to build the Buffalo Bills into a bully
Rex Ryan speaks at a press conference announcing his arrival as head coach of the Buffalo Bills on January 14, 2015 at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, New York.
Edmonton Eskimos sign former Northern Illinois star quarterback Jordan Lynch
Banana producer Chiquita closing corporate headquarters in North Carolina after buyout
In Pictures: Classic beauties up for auction in Arizona
Trio of Supercars:1990 Ferrari F40, 1993 Bugatti EB110 GT, 1988 Porsche 959 ‘Komfort’
It's Arizona auction week: let the drama in the desert begin
Bill Martin is selling his 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL roadster at the Biltmore Arizona Resort.
Environmental groups challenge Ontario endangered species rules in court
Police to determine if Dalhousie University Facebook posts warrant investigation
The Dalhousie University dentistry building is seen in Halifax on Monday, Jan. 12, 2015. Dentistry students returned to class but the 13 students who allegedly posted sexually explicit messages on a Facebook page will be taught separately from the rest of the class. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan
St. Lawrence Seaway investments to top $7 billion through 2018, $2.3B to come
Red Wings have no issues turning net over to Mrazek
Detroit Red Wings Darren Helm (43), Pavel Datsyuk, centre, and Petr Mrazek (34) celebrate a victory over the Buffalo Sabres after an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015, in Buffalo, N.Y. Detroit won 3-1.
Are sweets ruining your diet resolutions? Here are four tips to eat less sugar
Why we should use cities to solve the public’s problems
Vass Bednar, left, and Dylan Marando.
High anxiety, low yields: A key interest rate sinks to its lowest level since May 2013
With a month left to open enrolment season, health law sign-ups edge higher
Have Your Say: How can we help our teen girls become confident women?
Ontario to move forward with carbon-pricing plan this spring
Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne speaks to media at Queen's Park Toronto, Ontario, Tuesday, January 6, 2015.
Ex-Habs great Guy Lafleur tells court he lost work following 2008 arrest
Montreal Canadiens hockey legend Guy Lafleur leaves the courtroom for the lunch break in his lawsuit against the Montreal police and Quebec's attorney-general on Monday, January 12, 2015, in Montreal. Lafleur is telling his civil trial he lost advertising and endorsement contracts following his 2008 arrest. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
Natural gas producers next in line to feel the heat
Carl Mortished
'New Girl' actress Zooey Deschanel pregnant with her 1st baby with producer beau
Zooey Deschanel, left and Jacob Pechenik arrive at the 66th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on Monday, Aug. 25, 2014, in Los Angeles. Deschanel is expecting a baby with her producer boyfriend, Jacob Pechenik. The couple released a statement to People magazine Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015, saying they are "over the moon" and "excited to meet our little one," who is due in the summer. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
Toronto YouTuber passing Ellen, Bieber in subscribers - by playing video games
Man who secretly recorded people in washroom gets suspended sentence, probation
Chef and restaurateur Allan Bosomworth arrives at Provincial Court for sentencing in Vancouver, B.C., on December 22, 2014. A former Vancouver restaurant owner has been handed a suspended sentence for secretly recording patrons and staff who used the washroom.A B.C. provincial court judge has also sentenced Allan Bosomworth to serve 12 months probation, required him to give a DNA sample, and ordered that he not possess any devices that take video or photos. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Investment firm settles $39M lawsuit in failed Missouri sweetener plant, terms not disclosed
Flu shot lowers risk of rare side-effect in most seasons for most people
A nurse working for Vancouver Island Vaccine loads a syringe with flu vaccine for injection at the Victoria Clipper Terminal in Victoria Saturday Oct. 23, 2004. A new study suggests that for most people in most flu seasons, getting a flu shot actually lowers their risk of developing a rare neurological condition that has been linked to the vaccine THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chuck Stoody
The hidden calories and sodium in Thai food – and which dishes to avoid
B.C. social worker tells court he didn't shave former client's body hair
Copper joins commodity slump amid worries over global economy
A worker monitors a process inside the plant at the copper refinery of Codelco Ventanas in Ventanas city, northwest of Santiago January 7, 2015. BMO Nesbitt Burns estimates that there is a surplus of about 450,000 tonnes on the copper market.
Watchdog to study ‘privacy compliance’ among Canadian advertisers
A year ago, the OPC found that Google Inc. violated Canadian privacy law after a man noticed ads targeted to him based on a medical condition.
Manitoba adds almost 100 new medications to be covered under pharmacare program
Apple, Google strike new settlement in suit alleging conspiracy against high-tech workers
Body politic: Why do vintage Playboys appeal to female customers?
The July, 1979, issue of Playboy on display at Mrs. Huizenga in Toronto on Sat., Dec. 13, 2014.
Marlies winger Brad Ross given 20-game suspension by AHL
Toronto Marlies forward Brad Ross
Four charged after woman kidnapped, held, sexually assaulted twice
Canadian teams expected to play big roles in MLS SuperDraft in Philadelphia
Toronto FC general manager Tim Bezbatchenko
FDA approves implant designed to treat obesity by zapping nerves linked to appetite
Into the drink: Saskatchewan's craft alcohol industry to be reviewed
Former executive of Brazil's Petrobras detained in corruption investigation
FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2014 file photo, Nestor Cervero, financial director of Petrobras' fuel distribution subsidiary, is directed as he arrives to testify before a parliamentary committee that is investigating a growing corruption scandal involving Brazil's state-run oil company in Brasilia, Brazil. The Federal Prosecutor's Office said in a statement that Cervero was detained Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, after arriving from Great Britain. Cervero is the third former Petrobras executive to be detained as part of a probe into allegations of kickbacks, inflated contracts and bribery. (AP Photo/Eraldo Peres, File)
Ranch owned by Ted Turner seeks New Mexico permit to import endangered black-footed ferrets
Now Trending: Transformers leads the pack in this year’s worst-films Razzie nominations
Mark Wahlberg in Transformers 4: Age of Extinction
Toronto police release video of persons of interest in tattoo shop owner's death
Jonathan Franzen to be interviewed onstage at publishing convention, BookExpo America
FILE - In this Nov. 14, 2001 file photo, author Jonathan Franzen poses after the 2001 National Book Foundation's awards ceremony in New York. Franzen, whose novel "Purity" is expected to be the lliterary release of the fall, will be a featured speaker at BookExpo America. He will appear Wednesday, May 27, the opening day of publishing's annual national convention. (AP Photo/Stuart Ramson, File)
Comedian Al Murray to run against populist politician Farage in U.K. election
Proxy advisory firm urges Family Dollar shareholders to vote for Dollar Tree deal
Russia's gas giant says exports to Europe should go via Turkey, bypassing Ukraine
Review: Michael Mann's cyber-terror thriller 'Blackhat' clicks with timeliness
This photo provided by Universal Pictures shows, Chris Hemsworth, left, as Nicholas Hathaway, and Viola Davis, as FBI Special Agent Carol Barrett, in Legendary’s film, "Blackhat," from director/producer Michael Mann. (AP Photo/Legendary Pictures - Universal Pictures)
Fake tax man: Calgary victims defrauded of $60K in phone scam
Blackhawks’ Toews, Blue Jackets’ Foligno named NHL all-star captains
Jonathan Toews of the Blackhawks and Nick Foligno of the Blue Jackets were named captains for the upcoming NHL all-star game in Columbus.
Non-fiction RBC Taylor Prize short list includes two novelists
Canadian author M.G. Vassanji stands for a portrait in Toronto on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012. Non-fiction books by novelists Vassanji and Kathleen Winter are among the finalists for this year's $25,000 RBC Taylor Prize.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Vincent Elkaim
Nick Taylor reaches a career high in Canada's Weekly Top 10
Nick Taylor of Abbotsford, B.C.
Fact sheet: 2015 Chevrolet Colorado
At midday: Miners push TSX to triple-digit loss
The mining industry around the globe is suffering amid a price collapse for some key metals. Copper has retreated from a high of $4.50 in 2011.
Essence magazine to honour 7 cast members of 'Orange Is the New Black' at pre-Oscars event
FILE - In this Aug. 23, 2014 file photo, Samira Wiley, left, and Laverne Cox arrive at Variety and Women in Film's pre-Emmy celebration in West Hollywood, Calif. The minority cast members of the hit series “Orange Is the New Black” will be honored by Essence magazine at its pre-Oscars luncheon next month. The magazine announced Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, that it will honor seven cast members including Wiley and Cox at its Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon on Feb. 19. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
US stocks sink, bond prices rise after weak forecast for global growth, drop in retail sales
Trader John Liotti works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015. Stocks are falling and bond prices are rising following some discouraging news on the U.S. economy and a weaker forecast of global growth. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
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