Skip to main content
Main2015

October 28

Japan overrides protests, resumes work on transferring air base on Okinawa
One of the protesters against the relocation of U.S. Marine Air Station Futenma is carried away in front of the gate of Camp Schwab, an American base near the planned relocation site, in Nago, Okinawa Prefecture Thursday, Oct. 29, 2015. Japan has resumed construction work needed to relocate the U.S. air base from one area of Okinawa's main island to another, overriding vigorous protests by local residents. (Koji Harada/Kyodo News via AP) JAPAN OUT, MANDATORY CREDIT
Wednesday's NBA Capsules
End of the road: deGrom fades in 5th inning, Mets lose 7-1 and fall behind 2-0 in World Series
UN backs investigation of rights violations in Burundi, pledges to respond to threats to peace
Survey shows that long-term care didn't improve in Alberta in 2014-2015
Bremerton School District puts praying football coach on paid leave
Lilith Starr, chapter head of The Satanic Temple of Seattle, holds a plastic skull while being photographed in her home Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Seattle. At the invitation of the Bremerton High School senior class president, Starr says that her group of self-described Satanists will attend the school's football game Thursday to protest a decision by a Christian coach to continue praying at the 50-yard line after games. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Republican National Committee, candidates not happy with CNBC debate moderators
Ben Carson, left, and Donald Trump, back to camera, make their way through the spin room following the CNBC Republican presidential debate at the University of Colorado, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley)
Johnny Cueto dominates again at home as Royals beat Mets 7-1 to take 2-0 World Series lead
Kansas City Royals pitcher Johnny Cueto throws during the first inning of Game 2 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the New York Mets Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Cueto pitches 2-hitter, Hosmer delivers again, Royals beat Mets 7-1 for 2-0 World Series lead
Kansas City Royals pitcher Johnny Cueto (47) celebrates the end of the top of the eighth inning of Game 2 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the New York Mets Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Mets-Royals Runs
Raptors rally in home opener to beat Indiana Pacers 106-99
DeMar DeRozan (10) of the Toronto Raptors shoots the ball as Ian Mahinmi (28) of the Indiana Pacers defends during the NBA season opener at Air Canada Centre on October 28, 2015 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Canadian Forces' Snowbirds flying team celebrating 45 years of performance
Head of South Korean ferry operator gets 7 years in prison over sinking that killed 304
Kessel puts Penguins ahead 2 minutes after Bennett ties it in 3-1 victory over Capitals
The puck tumbles past Washington Capitals goalie Braden Holtby (70) with Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and right wing Patric Hornqvist (72), from Sweden, nearby as center Nicklas Backstrom (19), also from Sweden, helps defend in the first period of an NHL hockey game, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Derrick Williams scores 24, Porzingis gets 16, Knicks beat Bucks 122-97 in opener
New York Knicks head coach Derek Fisher calls out to his players as they take on the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half of a NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Darren Hauck)
Westbrook scores 33 to help Billy Donovan win NBA coaching debut as Thunder beat Spurs 112-106
San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) blocks a shot by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) in the second quarter of an NBA basketball game in Oklahoma City, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Gallinari scores 23 as Nuggets coast to 105-85 win over Rockets in season opener
Houston Rockets' James Harden (13) is double-teamed by Denver Nuggets' Gary Harris, center, and Joffrey Lauvergne (77) in the first half of a NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Houston. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)
Kevin Love's 17 points, 13 rebounds lead Cavaliers over Grizzlies 106-76
Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) and guard Mike Conley (11) leap for a rebound in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Chargers stadium point man Fabiani booed at opening of relocation public hearing in San Diego
St. Louis Rams fan applaud during a hearing hosted by the NFL to gather comments from football fans on the possible relocation of the St. Louis Rams to Los Angeles on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015 in St. Louis. Hearings will also be held in San Diego and Oakland, Calif., and will give fans in each of the cities a chance to ask questions and voice their thoughts on a possible move by one or more of the teams. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Rolfe scores in 83rd minute; DC United beats Revolution 2-1 to advance in MLS Cup playoffs
D.C. United forward Fabian Espindola (10) heads the ball against New England Revolution midfielder Kelyn Rowe (11) during the first half of an MLS playoff soccer game, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Zibanejad scores SO winner as Senators snap losing skid with win over Flames
OHL Roundup: Nick Betz has two goals, assist as Otters down Attack
Advocacy group wants living wage, but CFIB says that's not feasible
DeRozan rallies Toronto Raptors to season-opening win over Indiana Pacers
Bosh scores 21 in return, Miami's bench excels as Heat top Hornets 104-94 in season opener
Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) goes to the basket as Miami Heat guard Gerald Green (14) defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Miami. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)
Cousins nets two, Leier with three points as Phantoms down IceCaps
Detroit Pistons win 2nd straight to start season, outlasting Utah late for 92-87 victory
Utah Jazz guard Gordon Hayward (20) drives against Detroit Pistons forward Stanley Johnson (3) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015 in Auburn Hills, Mich. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Butler scores 24, Bulls beat Nets 115-100 to open season with second victory in 2 nights
Brooklyn Nets' Shane Larkin (0) drives past Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose (1) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Oregon State Preview Capsule
Isaiah Thomas scores 27 in Boston's season-opening 112-95 win over Philadelphia
Boston Celtics' Isaiah Thomas (4) drives past Philadelphia 76ers' Hollis Thompson (31) during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Andrei Vasilevskiy picks up win in net as Crunch get past Marlies
Raptors Highlights from Send To News
QMJHL Roundup: Jeffrey Truchon-Viel scores twice as Titan get past Mooseheads
Russia says a proposed UN resolution on Syrian barrel bombs could jeopardize Vienna talks
Tour-boat safety regulations must be reviewed: marine engineering expert
RCMP officers prepare to search waters near Tofino, B.C., after a whale-watching boat capsized, killing five people and leaving one missing.
B.C. to build complex-care facility for youth in Vernon
B.C.’s children’s watchdog Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond says the new site is a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done to address the needs of children dealing with addiction or mental illness.
Wizards get late floater from John Wall, rally to beat Magic 88-87 in season opener
Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier, left, goes up for a shot against Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Advocacy group urges Trudeau to protect temporary foreign workers
Being tied to one employer stops non-Canadians from speaking out against their company, one advocate says.
'We over Me': Wolves unveil shooting shirts dedicated to Flip Saunders, who died of cancer
Overprescribed opioids linked to higher rates of overdose, study says
Between 2010 and 2014, the total number of opioid prescriptions dispensed in Canada climbed 24 per cent, reaching 21.7 million last year.
Justin Trudeau prepares to tackle pot politics with Conservative framework
Prime-minister-designate Justin Trudeau’s Liberals have promised to legalize and regulate the recreational use of marijuana.
Oregon Preview-Capsule
Woman accused of cutting pacemaker out of dead boyfriend's chest, putting body in trash can
Arizona State Preview Capsule
Bush and Rubio tangle in Republican debate, as Trump, Carson defend seriousness of campaigns
Crews prepare the venue for the Oct. 28 CNBC Republican presidential debate, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, inside the Coors Events Center at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colo. Republican presidential candidates taking the debate stage Wednesday in Colorado are hoping to carry momentum from a 2014 U.S. Senate victory in this toss-up state where independent voters outnumber the electorate from both major parties. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley)
TTC to sue Bombardier over late streetcars
One of Toronto’s new streetcars, left, passes an old one on Spadina Avenue. The city is now expected to have only 16 new vehicles by the end of the year, less than one-quarter of the number originally promised.
Saskatchewan man acquitted of threatening, sexually assaulting wife
The Latest: Up-to-the-minute news on GOP presidential debate
Republican presidential candidates, from left, John Kasich, Mike Huckabee, Jeb Bush, Marco Rubio, Donald Trump, Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina, and Ted Cruz take the stage during the CNBC Republican presidential debate at the University of Colorado, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Hot Ticket: Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza
First performed in 2007, Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza has travelled to 47 cities and played for more than four million people.
Player of the week award latest recognition for Seattle's Michael Bennett
Gushue, McEwen, Homan undefeated at Masters Grand Slam of Curling
Vikings hold running back Adrian Peterson out of practice with hip, finger, ankle injuries
Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson (28) breaks downfield for a 75-yard run during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Ohio State QB J.T. Barrett goes deep to answer those questioning his arm strength
Maple Leafs coach Mike Babcock drops nice-guy routine as losses pile up
‘Our work ethic, our preparation, our execution, our determination, our stick-to-it-ive-ness wasn’t worthy,’ said Toronto Maple Leafs coach Mike Babcock, centre, about his team’s effort against the Arizona Coyotes on Oct. 27.
Nunavut MP says frustration with Tory policies spurred him to run
Hunter Tootoo walks with Justin Trudeau and his family along the shores of Frobisher Bay, October 10, 2015, in Iqaluit.
Plenty of room to raise taxes paid by Canada’s wealthiest, study says
A Canadian money house.
Samsung reports first quarterly earnings growth in more than a year as chip sales climb
Visitors are silhouetted in front of a huge screen showing the Samsung Electronics' smart phone in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday, Oct. 29, 2015. Samsung Electronics Co. reported its first earnings gain in more than a year on Thursday as a record profit from computer chips masked a decline in its smartphone business. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)
Alberta researcher’s discovery offers insight into feathered dinosaurs
This illustration of Ornithomimus is based on the findings of preserved tail feathers and soft tissue. , by Julius Csotonyi.
Suncor says it can improve Syncrude performance with COS takeover
Toronto FC’s Giovinco, Impact’s Drogba headline all-Canadian playoff
Montreal Impact’s Dilly Duka, right, challenges Toronto FC's Sebastian Giovinco during the regular-season finale on Oct. 25.
Woman with IQ of 50 wrongly convicted of murder, then denied legal aid
Alberta Legal Aid says it will not pay for the appeal of Wendy Scott, who was wrongfully convicted of murder.
Suspended from FIFA election campaign, Platini insists he's still the best man to lead soccer
Oilers recall defenceman LaLeggia, winger Pitlick from AHL Bakersfield
Jets' Brandon Marshall 'got into it' with rookie Devin Smith, but says all's good now
New York Jets wide receiver Brandon Marshall (15) catches a pass over New England Patriots cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Week 8 NFL picks: Surging Dolphins visit unbeaten Patriots for AFC East test
Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill looks for a receiver during the first half against the Houston Texans.
Peyton Manning's stats are all down except for the one that matters most: 6-0
Rookie Markus Golden ahead of schedule in his development with Cardinals
Cricket Australia XI wins toss, bats first in 3-day tour match against New Zealand
Warriors centre Andrew Bogut sustains concussion in season-opening win against Pelicans
Report warns little oversight, secret spending allows for corruption in Mideast militaries
Buccaneers fill roster opening, promote WR Adam Humphries from practice squad
In one Shanghai office, tearing down hierarchy means never saying ‘boss’
Shanghai skyline.
Yukon hunter who violated court order 'out of spite' handed 7-year ban and fine
NBA player Matt Bonner sinks teeth into Halifax donair and declares it 'wicked'
International panel rejects ban on shipments of fire-prone batteries on passenger planes
FILE - This file frame grab from video, provided by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) shows a test at the FAAs technical center in Atlantic City, N.J. A U.N. aviation panel has rejected a ban on rechargeable battery shipments on passenger airliners, despite evidence they can cause unstoppable, in-flight fires. Two aviation officials told The Associated Press on Oct. 28, 2015, the International Civil Aviation Organization panel voted 10 to 7 against a ban. (FAA, via, File)
Indianapolis police: 3 injured in shooting at shopping mall
UN investigator: North Koreans doing forced labour abroad to earn foreign currency for country
Suncor posts loss amid weak crude prices
Suncor Energy Inc. posted a loss for the third-quarter
Saskatchewan potash mine says mechanical issue injured 1, stopped production
Ravens bid to win close games hinges upon ability to force turnovers and cut down giveaways
Arizona Cardinals running back Andre Ellington (38) is hit by Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker C.J. Mosley (57) during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
China bond ETFs benefiting from herd mentality
A group of China bond exchange-traded funds are now outperforming their equity cousins as local investors rotate out of stocks and into debt in search of calmer, more profitable waters.
Utah Utes looking to build on Sweet 16 run with similar group, but without star Delon Wright
B.C. activist Diane MacKenzie dedicated her life to social justice
Diane MacKenzie.
Federal prosecutors have copies of alleged recordings of Jared Fogle discussing sex with kids
Gulf states settle with Transocean over damages from 2010 oil spill
Globe wins five international EPPY Awards for digital journalism
Globe and Mail on desktop computers, laptops, smartphones and tablets.
Blue Jays’ midseason surge rallies broadcaster Sportsnet past rival TSN
Jose Bautista’s home run and bat flip during Game 5 of the American League Division Series against the Texas Rangers was a highlight of Toronto’s postseason run.
Former Mets prospect Bradley Marquez carving out niche with Rams
Five things you should know about the proposed border tracking program
Under the 2011 perimeter security pact, Canada and the United States agreed to set up co-ordinated systems to track entry and exit information from travellers at land borders.
Journal retracts study by Canadian researcher, citing scientific fraud
The BMJ is retracting a study by once-renowned Canadian researcher Dr. Ranjit Chandra after a report surfaced revealing the paper is the result of scientific fraud.
Falcons off to flying start, but QB Matt Ryan knows he and the offence must play better
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan flashes a thumbs up as he runs off the field with a 10-7 victory over the Titans in an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015, in Nashville. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta-Journal Constitution via AP) MARIETTA DAILY OUT, GWINNETT DAILY POST OUT, LOCAL TV OUT (WXIA, WGCL, FOX 5)
Royals pitcher Volquez in Dominican Republic for dad's funeral, plans to rejoin team in NY
Daily Deals: PCM snaps up Edmonton’s Acrodex
Streetwise reporter Niall McGee
Capital expenditures in the oil sands
The most important portfolio strategy decision for 2016
-
Montana's top coal producer expects to cut exports to Asia amid global pressure on industry
Abbas Akhavan of Toronto wins lucrative Sobey Art Award
Toronto-based Abbas Akhavan, shown in this undated handout photo, has won this year's $50,000 Sobey Art Award. The Tehran native beat out four other finalists for the prize during a gala at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia in Halifax on Wednesday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO
Patrick Chan returns to competition for rematch against Olympic rival
After walking away from competition to consider his future after a second-place finish at the Sochi Winter Olympics, Patrick Chan has eased himself back into competing by skating in a couple of smaller events.
Sandra Meigs awarded 2015 Gershon Iskowitz Prize
Sandra Meigs awarded 2015 Gershon Iskowitz Prize.
Post-expansion ACC has reigning champ, but still trying to earn status as nation's best league
Prev
123
Next