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Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (19) shoots the winning goal past Anaheim Ducks goalie Frederik Andersen during the overtime period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, in Chicago. The Blackhawks won 1-0. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Wall urges Conservatives to remember 1993 as rebuild begins
Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall speaks at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building in Regina, Sask., Friday, July 24, 2015. Wall is quashing any suggestion he'll take a run at the Conservative leadership following Stephen Harper's resignation.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Mark Taylor
Cuba's interior minister, historic figure in country's revolution, resigns for health reasons
FILE - In this May 1, 2013 file photo, Cuba's President Raul Castro, center, waves to people attending a May Day march as he stands with Commander Guillermo Garcia Frias, left, and Interior Minister Abelardo Colome Ibarra as they stand in front of the Jose Marti monument at the Revolution Square in Havana, Cuba. Colome Ibarra, a historic revolutionary fighter who accompanied the Castro brothers when they toppled dictator Fulgencio Batista in 1959, has resigned for health reasons. A communique read Monday, Oct. 26, 2015 on state television said that President Raul Castro had accepted the resignation of the veteran revolutionary, soldier and intelligence official known by his nickname “Furry.” (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa, File)
Johnson rolls over defender for big run, Cardinals improve to 5-2 with 26-18 win over Ravens
A Baltimore Ravens fan watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Jonathan Toews scores in overtime as Chicago Blackhawks beat slumping Anaheim Ducks 1-0
Anaheim Ducks left wing Carl Hagelin, center, shoots as Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk (57) and Niklas Hjalmarsson (4) defend during the first period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Domi’s rise continues with first NHL ‘home’ game
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender James Reimer, right, makes a save as Maple Leafs defenceman Matt Hunwick, centre, battles with Arizona Coyotes' Max Domi for a rebound during first period NHL hockey action in Toronto on Monday, Oct. 26, 2015.
Person familiar with situation says Don Mattingly interviews for Marlins' managerial job
File-This Oct. 12, 2015, file photo shows Los Angeles Dodgers manager Don Mattingly speaking during a news conference at CitiField in New York. A person familiar with the situation says Mattingly has interviewed for the Miami Marlins’ managerial job four days after he parted with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The person confirmed the Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, interview to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the Marlins declined to comment. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)
Calgary man suffers serious injuries after his vehicle collides with train
Prosecutors: No death penalty in San Francisco Chinatown probe that ensnared state senator
Liberty Medal presented to representatives of Dalai Lama; he skips ceremony for health reasons
A recorded video message from the Dalai Lama is played during a ceremony at the National Constitution Center, Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, in Philadelphia. The Dalai Lama canceled his public appearances this month because of health reasons. The honor is given annually to an individual who displays courage and conviction while striving to secure liberty for people worldwide. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Timberwolves coach Flip Saunders fondly remembered by his last big bet
Phil (Flip) Saunders was uniquely charming, and was always quick with a wry joke.
IOC chief says refugees will be able to compete in next Summer Olympics for the 1st time
Hospital fires executive amid project probe
Markham Stouffville Hospital
230-pound black bear spends day in public park before being tranquilized, removed from tree
A black bear rests in a tree at the Morristown Green public park in Morristown, N.J., Monday, Oct. 26, 2015. The bear was tranquilized, tagged and loaded into a bear trap and was set to be released into the Black River Wildlife Management Area. (Bob Karp/The Asbury Park Press via AP) NO SALES; MANDATORY CREDIT
Pot shops applying for permit grapple with Vancouver’s stringent rules
Don Briere, owner of Weeds, Vancouver’s largest chain of pot shops, said just one of his nine locations had been approved – a storefront on a commercial block in the southeast.
Transport Canada last inspected capsized Leviathan in March
The MV Leviathan II sinks as Ahousaht First Nation boats scramble to help passenges forced into the water.
Babcock disappointed in Maple Leafs penalty kill after 4-3 loss to Coyotes
Arizona Coyotes' Max Domi (16) celebrates with teammates Ekman-Larsson, rear left to right, Michael Stone, Anthony Duclair and Martin Hanzal after scoring agains the Toronto Maple Leafs during first period NHL hockey action in Toronto on Monday, Oct. 26, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
Saskatchewan divers recover body of young man from dugout after ATV crash
No. 13 Utah remains in running for College Football Playoffs despite loss to unranked USC
Ahousaht village provides heroic first emergency response to sinking boat
Ahousaht First Nation boats patrol an area near the site where Leviathan II sank near Tofino, B.C., on Oct. 26.
Halak stops 29 shots for 2nd shutout in 3 starts to help Islanders beat Flames 4-0
Calgary Flames goalie Joni Ortio (37) stops a shot on the goal by New York Islanders' Anders Lee (27) during the second period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
5 Britons killed after whale watching boat sinks off Vancouver Island; 1 person missing
Ahousaht First Nation member Preston Campbell searches the waters near where the whale watching boat Leviathan II sank near Tofino, British Columbia, Monday, Oct. 26, 2015. The whale watching boat with over two dozen people on board sank off Vancouver Island, the British Foreign Minister said Monday, killing multiple people. One person remained missing on Monday. (Chad Hipolito/The Canadian Press via AP) MANDATORY CREDIT
Torii Hunter, the heart of the Twins, decides to retire at 40 after memorable final season
FILE-This is a 2007 file photo of Torii Hunter of the Minnesota Twins baseball team. Hunter has decided to retire. The Twins confirmed Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, that Hunter will call it a career. He told the Star Tribune he began the year believing this would be his last in baseball, preferring to focus on his family. Hunter was still plenty productive at age 40, hitting .240 with 22 home runs and 81 RBIs in 139 games, though his .702 on-base-plus-slugging percentage was the lowest since his rookie season in 1999. He hit .277 with 353 homers and 1,391 RBIs in 2,372 games in 19 seasons with Minnesota, the Los Angeles Angels and Detroit Tigers. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
B.C. First Nation to challenge NEB review of Trans Mountain pipeline
A ship receives its load of oil from the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain Expansion Project's Westeridge loading dock in Burnaby, B.C.
Canucks hoping to end Canadiens’ streak, earn first home win of season
‘All we’ve accomplished is to have a good start to the season, and that’s it,’ said Montreal Canadiens’ P.K. Subban, centre, of his team’s early play.
Jury finds self-styled pimp guilty of murder in deaths of 3 in Vegas Strip fireball in 2013
FILE - In this Monday, Oct. 12, 2015 file photo, Ammar Harris walks into court in Las Vegas. Harris was found guilty on Monday of killing three people in a shooting and fiery crash on the Las Vegas Strip in February 2013. Harris sat still and gave no reaction as the verdicts were read in Clark County District Court. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)
Trio of Manitoba jail escapees recaptured within hours of their escape
Former US soldier convicted in thrill-killing of Afghan civilian leaves military prison
Netherlands drops international charges against man accused in Amanda Todd case
Amanda Todd in an undated handout photo.
Recharged Kings look to reclaim NHL crown after season of distractions
The Los Angeles Kings have asked Drew Doughty, centre, to take on a more active role in supporting team captain Dustin Brown this season.
US police chiefs call for universal background check for firearm purchases
Shrunken NDP plans to make big impact with fewer resources
NDP Leader Tom Mulcair sent a letter to New Democrats on Saturday in which he indicated he will push for improvements to health care, a better relationship with indigenous peoples and enhanced environmental protection.
Alberta government announces flood funding, mitigation measures
Calgary with the Bow River June 4, 2014 almost a year after the city was badly flooded.
Tofino’s community strength tested by Leviathan II tragedy
Gary Mason
Dolphins linebacker Chris McCain has Twitter avatar showing him crushing Tom Brady's head
Scientists working to save Mexico's endangered porpoise report 25 sightings in 20 days
Suns exercise 2016-17 options on Alex Len, T.J. Warren, Archie Goodwin
Seattle Seahawks' Paul Richardson back to practice after ACL injury in last season's playoffs
US agency agrees to hear from Texas, Arizona about seizure of imported execution drugs
Impact coach Mauro Biello’s ‘interim’ role looks more lasting with each win
Mauro Biello’s goals as head coach were to get more players involved and to create a more positive and confident atmosphere on the team.
Obama to meet with G-20 leaders in Turkey next month, attend additional summits in Asia
Five key issues to watch for in Alberta’s budget
Alberta Finance Minister Joe Ceci displays his late father’s work boots as part of a prebudget photo opportunity in Edmonton on October 26, 2015. Mr. Ceci has warned that the deficit could balloon to $6.5-billion.
House takes first steps to revive Export-Import Bank months after charter expired
Fisher: Rams offence needs more production besides rookie running back
St. Louis Rams cornerback Trumaine Johnson, top, knocks away a pass intended for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Taylor Gabriel (18) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in St. Louis. The Rams won 24-6. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)
Ravens safety Kendrick Lewis ruled out Monday night against Cardinals because of knee injury
McDonald’s Canada to remove most antibiotics from chicken by end of 2018
File photo of McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets.
Lovie Smith: Buccaneers not as bad as squandering big lead might suggest
ADVANCE FOR SUNDAY, OCT. 25 AND THEREAFTER - In this photo taken Oct. 4, 2015, Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Lovie Smith watches from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Tampa, Fla. In Jameis Winston, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers figure they've found their starting quarterback for this season _ and many seasons to come. Their game Sunday comes against the Washington Redskins, a team that really has no idea what it's got at QB. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Barton Solvents agrees to pay $1 million EPA settlement, change processes at 6 Midwest plants
New calf dubbed J53 joins endangered whale population plying B.C. waters
A baby whale is photgraphed in the Strait of Juan de Fuca on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015. Scientists say a new calf has joined an endangered killer whale population off British Columbia's coast. The Washington state-based Center for Whale Research says the baby dubbed J53 was spotted early Saturday in Haro Strait. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Center for Whale Research
NFL to appeals court: Judge's lifting of quarterback Tom Brady's suspension was 'unfathomable'
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) passes against the New York Jets during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Senators coach Dave Cameron wants ‘everybody’ to step up to snap streak
The third period has been a struggle for the Ottawa Senators the last two games, raising concerns about the team’s competitiveness.
Chip Kelly changes his story on reason why Ryan Mathews didn't get more carries
Philadelphia Eagles' Ryan Mathews (24) is tackled by Carolina Panthers' Colin Jones (42) in the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)
After 12 years of losing, the Raiders are suddenly relevant in AFC in Del Rio's 1st season
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr celebrates after a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
Kentucky coach John Calipari draws post positions for Breeders' Cup entries at Keeneland
Kentucky men's basketball coach John Calipari, right, draws the post position numbers for the Breeders' Cup Classic horse race with Keeneland racing secretary Ben Huffman, left, at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, Ky., Monday, Oct. 26, 2015. (AP Photo/Garry Jones)
Saskatchewan Mountie charged with sexual assault arising from a gathering in May
McCoy: Chargers outplayed, outcoached in embarrassing 37-29 loss to Raiders
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper, right, shakes hands with San Diego Chargers head coach Mike McCoy as Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) looks on after an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in San Diego. The Raiders won 37-29. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
Jets stung by missed opportunities in loss to Patriots, turn focus to rebounding vs. Raiders
New England Patriots safety Malcolm Butler (21) breaks up a pass intended for New York Jets wide receiver Eric Decker (87) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Eleven quality health care stocks dragged down by broad sell-off
Bucks exercise contract options on Parker, Carter-Williams, Antetokounmpo, Ennis
Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo of Greece dunks in the second half of an NBA preseason basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Friday, Oct. 23, 2015, in Minneapolis. The Timberwolves won 112-108. Antetokounmpo led his team with 23 points. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Kelly: Blue Jays must mend track record, re-sign Alex Anthopoulos
Cathal Kelly
In second year, Boston College coach Jim Christian thinks he's added more than he's lost
Lleyton Hewitt to take over as Australia's Davis Cup tennis captain
SaskPower pays out $12 to Cenovus for not providing captured carbon dioxide
Miami interim coach Larry Scott: Players will be top priority when he holds his 1st practice
Boston College Preview Capsule
Rebels ambush group of Colombian election workers, killing 12 members of their security detail
Colombia's President Juan Manuel Santos waves after voting in local and regional elections in Bogota, Colombia, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015. Colombians went to the polls to choose mayors, governors, city council and state legislators. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)
Canada’s ambassador to the U.S. says his time in Washington is ending soon
Canadian ambassador to the United States Gary Doer speaks at the Canadian American Business Council State of the Relationship Summit & Award on the state of the relationship between Canada and the United States in Ottawa on Nov. 6, 2014.
3 who worked at Texas company convicted in scheme to illegally sell electronics to Russia
No. 23 Pitt relishes newfound late-game success after comeback win
Pittsburgh kicker Chris Blewitt (12) is congratulated by teammates after kicking the game-winning field goal as time expired to defeat Syracuse 23-20 in an NCAA college football game in Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015. (AP Photo/Nick Lisi)
Saints see the growth of new, younger players as a factors in their recent success
CEO of massive manufacturing firm seeks distance from man convicted in Ponzi scheme
This undated photo provided by Johnson Controls shows the CEO Alex Molinaroli. The CEO of manufacturer Johnson Controls Inc. has had a turbulent two-year tenure: He was docked $1 million after an affair with a consultant, went through a contentious and high-profile divorce, and most recently is answering questions about why he gave millions to a man convicted in a $50 million Ponzi scheme. (Johnson Controls via AP)
AP Interview: Head of aid agency says Istanbul has more Syrian refugees than all of Europe
Resilience, confidence after rough starts has become a hallmark of the Vikings
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) falls into the end zone after a 36-yard reception for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
No. 17 Florida State coach Fisher focusing on better preparation heading into Syracuse game
Wall has first post-election meeting with Goodale, lone Liberal Saskatchewan MP
Kentucky coach Matthew Mitchell says that junior guard Linnae Harper has decided to transfer
EPA official: Plan to fix underground landfill fire near nuclear waste will come this year
At 3-4, Rex Ryan-coached Buffalo Bills more resemble pushovers than bullies
Buffalo Bills quarterback EJ Manuel (3), centre, is sacked during the NFL game between Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
Losers of 5 straight and 15 of last 16, Titans' repeated refrain is simple: 'We need a win'
Tennessee Titans quarterback Zach Mettenberger (7) and tackle Taylor Lewan (77) walk to the sideline after the Atlanta Falcons' Robenson Therezie intercepted a pass to stop the Titans' final drive of the game in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in Nashville, Tenn. The Falcons won 10-7. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Powerful Packers, Patriots bookend big November for unbeaten Broncos
Politics of anger reign in Poland as eurosceptic party elected
Beata Szydlo, candidate for prime minister of the conservative opposition Law and Justice (PiS) celebrates with supporters at the party's headquarters in Warsaw after exit poll results were announced on October 25, 2015.
Poll: New Australia prime minister's popularity is growing while opponent plumbs new low
Canucks hoping to stop red-hot Canadiens, win first game at home this season
Montreal Canadiens' Torrey Mitchell (17) celebrates with teammates Devante Smith-Pelly, left, and Brian Flynn after scoring against the Saint Louis Blues during third period NHL hockey action in Montreal, Tuesday, October 20, 2015. The Canadiens open a three-game road trip through Western Canada against the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday looking to make history. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
The real obstacle to electoral reform
Canadian Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau walks from the parliament to give a press conference in Ottawa on October 20, 2015 after winning the general elections. AFP PHOTO/NICHOLAS KAMMNICHOLAS KAMM/AFP/Getty Images
Defending champion Warriors are embracing being the favourites and getting everybody's best
Big 12 Coaches: Texas Tech in middle of Big 12, only team without winning or losing streak
Packers return from bye healthier, face 6-0 Broncos next
Canada advances to final Olympic qualification event in men's gymnastics
United States' Chris Brooks smiles after his floor routine as he takes part in the men's qualification competition at the World Artistic Gymnastics championships in Glasgow, Scotland, Monday, Oct. 26, 2015. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader)
Oklahoma State football players and coaches busy helping grieving community
Redblacks heading into crucial home-and-home series with Hamilton
Ottawa Redblacks' quarterback Henry Burris passes against the B.C. Lions during the first half of a CFL football game in Vancouver, B.C., on Sunday September 13, 2015.
What might have happened to Gruden, Redskins if they hadn't produced club-record comeback?
In this photo taken Oct. 25, 2015, Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden watches the action during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Landover, Md. For a half, little that Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden did worked out. From halftime on, though, everything Gruden touched turned to gold. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
Jon and Tracey Stewart opening animal sanctuary in New Jersey
FILE - In this Feb. 28, 2015 file photo, Jon Stewart appears onstage at Comedy Central's "Night of Too Many Stars: America Comes Together for Autism Programs" at the Beacon Theatre in New York. The former host of "The Daily Show" and his wife are transforming their farm into an animal sanctuary. Jon and Tracey Stewart announced plans Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015, while being honored by the animal advocacy group Farm Sanctuary to turn their New Jersey farm into a haven for neglected animals. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File)
Alberta agency investigates death of inmate in back of Edmonton police van
How countries can avoid the financial resource curse
Financialization may often be merely one symptom of a larger disease – the curse of too much foreign money.
Kobe Bryant participates in most of Lakers' practice, still on track to play in season opener
Garrett calmly brushes off concerns over volatile Hardy, Cowboys' 4-game losing streak
Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett, right, shakes hands with New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin, after an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in East Rutherford, N.J. N.J. The Giants won 27-20.(AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Canadian golf industry fights its way out of the rough
‘We need to lower the cost to get people back into the game,’ said former PGA Tour player Ian Leggatt, general manager and director of golf with the Summit Golf and Country Club in Richmond Hill, Ont.
After hand surgery, Enrique Iglesias partners with Save the Children to help kids in crises
FILE - In this July 3, 2015 file photo, Enrique Iglesias flashes a V sign with his bandaged fingers during an interview at the National Auditorium in Mexico City. Following an accident with a drone that led to reconstructive hand surgery, Iglesias is giving a helping hand to children dealing with emergencies. Save the Children said Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, that Iglesias is working with the organization to sell white T-shirts with a red heart at its center - mirroring how Iglesias’ shirt looked after he cut his fingers at a concert and wiped the blood on his shirt. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte, File)
Utah Jazz announce new arena naming rights partner
Of all the characters in Australia’s team, Pocock is biggest of them all
Australia's David Pocock looks to pass the ball as he is tackled by Argentinian players during their Rugby World Cup semifinal match at Twickenham Stadium, London, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015.
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