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November 5

Gee-Gees topple defending champion X-Women in rugby quarter-finals
Bell gives notice of layoffs in Toronto
Japan Sports Agency sets ambitious goals for gold medals at Rio, Tokyo Olympics
Mississippi State offensive tackle Warren injures left leg near end of first half
Mika Zibanejad scores shootout winner to lead Senators over Jets 3-2
Winnipeg Jets' Mark Scheifele (55) collides with Ottawa Senators' Curtis Lazar during the second period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015, in Ottawa, Ontario. (Fred Chartrand/The Canadian Press via AP)
Wade scores 25, Heat blow past Timberwolves, 96-84
Minnesota Timberwolves’ Ricky Rubio, left, of Spain, tries to slow up Miami Heat’s Goran Dragic, from Slovenia, while driving in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
UCLA-Oregon State Preview Capsule
Licata finds Matt Weiser for an 8-yard TD with 58 seconds left; Buffalo beats Kent State 18-17
Doctors demand pregnant diabetic Kurdish asylum seeker be flown from Nauru to Australia
Calgary police chief says problems with gangs and guns getting worse
Asset limits raised for those on disability in B.C.
Rebekah Garriock works at her desk at Port Metro Vancouver as her assistance dog Piper, a 4-year-old black labrador retriever, lies nearby in Vancouver, B.C., on Thursday December 13, 2012.
Dale Weise stays hot as Montreal Canadiens beat New York Islanders 4-1
Montreal Canadiens' goaltender Mike Condon makes a save against New York Islanders' Brock Nelson, left, during third period NHL hockey action, in Montreal, on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
Alberta NDP accused of using party event to sell government access
Alberta Premier Rachel Notley and government house leader Brian Mason after the speech from the throne in Edmonton on June 15, 2015.
With shock subsided, Montreal Impact midfielder Marco Donadel settles in
Columbus Crew midfielder Tony Tchani and Montreal Impact midfielder Marco Donadel chase the ball in the first half at Stade Saputo on Nov. 1, 2015.
QMJHL Roundup: Weber scores OT winner as Islanders edge Olympiques
B.C. pharmacist says store’s exclusion from PharmaCare will affect clients
Pharmacist Alex Tam and his daughter Tiffany stand in his Downtown Eastside pharmacy. Tiffany says the pharmacy hasn’t ‘been given any opportunity’ to redeem itself following an audit.
Mike Babcock to coach Team Canada again in World Cup of Hockey
Canada’s management team felt Mike Babcock gave them the best chance to win the return of the World Cup.
Chile archbishop denies church cover up in sex abuse case of pedophile priest Karadima
Holtby has 28 saves, Ovechkin scores 7th goal as streaking Capitals beat Bruins 4-1
Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, from Russia, celebrates his goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Boston Bruins, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Blame China for the tragic Uyghur situation
Iain Marlow
Canadian auto sector alarmed by concessions revealed in full TPP text
Flavio Volpe, president of Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association, says two key areas of Canada’s auto-parts industry will receive less protection than expected.
Alberta regulator to hear Suncor case against Canadian Oil Sands’ poison pill
In this October 25, 2009 file photo, workers leave the Suncor oil sands extraction facility near the town of Fort McMurray in Alberta Province, Canada. Canadian oil giant Suncor Energy launched October 5, 2015 an unsolicited $4.3 billion (US$3.3 billion) all-stock offer for oil sands producer Canadian Oil Sands. Suncor's takeover move comes amid consolidation in the oil sands industry in western Canada, hammered by the fall in oil prices.
OHL Roundup: Kyle Langdon's late goal lifts IceDogs over Spitfires
Wild's Zach Parise exits with lower-body injury after being checked awkwardly into boards
Minnesota Wild left wing Zach Parise, right, and Nashville Predators defenseman Ryan Ellis, left, battle for the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game in St. Paul, Minn., Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015. (AP Photo/Ann Heisenfelt)
Brazilian mining accident floods town with toxic mud
Lightning beat Sabres 4-1 for seventh straight win against Buffalo
Buffalo Sabres center Ryan O'Reilly (90) battles for the puck with Tampa Bay Lightning center Steven Stamkos (91) during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Thursday Nov. 5, 2015, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP Photo/Gary Wiepert)
John Tory eyes earlier start to TTC subway services on Sundays
Toronto mayor John Tory long advocated for earlier subway services on Sunday.
6-pack: Rays and Mariners swap RHP Nathan Karns, INF-OF Brad Miller in 6-player trade
FILE - In this Oct. 2, 2015, file photo, Seattle Mariners' Brad Miller fields a ball duirng a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Seattle. The Mariners and the Tampa Bay Rays have completed the first significant trade of the offseason, a six-player swap that sends Miller, first baseman Logan Morrison and pitcher Danny Farquhar to Tampa Bay for pitchers Nathan Karns and C.J. Riefenhauser, and minor league outfielder Boog Powell. The teams announced the deal Thursday night, Nov. 5. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)
Trudeau’s promise to restore relations with Iran easier said than done
Patrick Martin
Bengals linebacker Vontaze Burfict injures left knee vs Browns, stays in game
Police, Regina health region team up on mental health crisis program
Pan Am Games came in under budget, Ontario government says
Mark Oldershaw carries the flag at the Pan Am Games opening ceremony in Toronto in July.
Pacemen consolidate dominance after Australia declares for 556-4 in 1st test vs New Zealand
New Zealand's Trent Boult appeals for the wicket of Australia's Usman Khawaja, during play on day two of the first cricket test between Australia and New Zealand in Brisbane, Australia, Friday, Nov. 6, 2015. (AP Photo/Tertius Pickard)
New Liberal minister Carla Qualtrough sees sport as force for good
Canada's new Sport, and Persons with Disabilities Minister Carla Qualtrough is sworn in during a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Nov. 4, 2015.
Cowboys don't want to point just at Romo over 5-game skid that's threatening playoff hopes
Dallas Cowboys' Matt Cassel (16) prepares to throw a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade)
Canada considers bid for 2026 World Cup
Canada has previously hosted the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the 2014 U-20 Women’s World Cup, the 2002 FIFA U-19 Women’s World Cup and the 2007 U-20 Men’s World Cup.
North Korean lifts ban on 2 South Korean officials managing jointly-run factory park
FILE - In this Sept. 16, 2013 file photo, South Korean vehicles leave for the Kaesong Industrial Complex at the customs, immigration and quarantine area of the Inter-Korean Transit Office near the border village of Panmunjom, which has separated the two Koreas since the Korean War, in Paju, north of Seoul, South Korea. North Korea on Friday, Nov. 6, 2015 lifted entry bans it had imposed earlier this week on two South Korean officials involved in managing the jointly-run factory park in the North. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man, File)
Myanmar faces historic election with potential to end military rule
Supporters of Aung San Suu Kyi’s National League for Democracy party ride in a rally in Yangon on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015.
Theater review: 'On Your Feet!' is an infectious, earnest musical of Gloria and Emilio Estefan
This image released by Vivacity Media Group shows Josh Segarra, left, and Ana Villafane as Emilio and Gloria Estefan in the musical "On Your Feet!" (Matthew Murphy/Vivacity Media Group via AP)
Scottish man charged in San Francisco in alleged Twitter stock manipulation fraud
Canadian women shut out by U.S. team at Four Nations Cup
Canadian and American players battle for position during a Four Nations Cup women’s hockey game on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2013, in Lake Placid, N.Y. In this year’s hockey action, the United States blanked the Canadian women’s hockey team 3-0 on Thrusday, Nov. 5, 2015.
N.S. cabinet minister dismissed and removed from Liberal caucus
Environment Minister Andrew Younger fields questions about his failure to appear in provincial court for an assault case, at a news conference in Halifax on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015. Younger said he didn't attend because he was not asked to waive a legislative privilege that prevented him from testifying in a criminal matter.
Lawyer: Man who landed gyrocopter outside US Capitol building will plead guilty to a felony
FILE - In this May 21, 2015 file photo, Douglas Hughes of Florida speaks to reporters outside federal court in Washington. Hughes, who flew a gyrocopter through some of America's most restricted airspace before landing outside the U.S. Capitol earlier this year, will plead guilty in connection with the incident, his lawyer says on Nov. 5. Hughes is expected to plead guilty to operating a gyrocopter without a license, a felony, on Nov. 20. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
Minnesota-Ohio State Preview Capsule
Former Notre Dame academic coach says she's heartbroken, says student is taking breakup public
Arsenal FC’s hopes pinned on win against Tottenham Spurs
Arsenal's Mesut Ozil runs with the ball during the Champions League Group F soccer match between Bayern Munich and Arsenal FC in Munich, southern Germany, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. Arsenal will host Tottenham on Sunday looking to restore some pride following a demoralizing 5-1 defeat by Bayern in the Champions League.
Howie Morenz Jr. embraced shadow cast by father’s hockey fame
Howie Morenz Jr. wore sweater No. 7 with the Dallas Texans in 1948-49. It was the number his famous father had worn with the Montreal Canadiens.
Harper has role to play in Conservative party's renewal, ex-PM Mulroney says
Former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney removes his glasses while speaking at the Albany Club, which hosted a special dinner marking the end of year-long celebrations to recognize the 200th anniversary of the birth of Sir John A. Macdonald, in Toronto, on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
Munk Debate: Be it resolved humankind’s best days lie ahead
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Ricky Ray ready to roll against Blue Bombers while other Argonauts rest
Argo QB Ricky Ray, seen throwing a pass in his first start of the season against B.C. Lions last week, also starts Friday against Blue Bombers.
China passes Canada to become largest U.S. trading partner
China’s trade with the U.S. was valued at $441.6-billion (U.S.) compared with the $438-billion value of Canada-U.S. trade for the nine months to the end of September.
Matthew Tkachuk showing flashes of his father’s greatness
Matthew Tkachuk, right, plays for the OHL’s London Knights this season. His father, Keith, was an elite power forward in the NHL.
Jets' Chris Ivory looking to get back on track after terrific start
Oakland Raiders outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) tackles New York Jets running back Chris Ivory during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Jeff Mallett has a mission to help the Whitecaps crest into calmer waters
Portland Timbers forward Maximiliano Urruti takes a shot on goal against Vancouver Whitecaps defender Tim Parker during the second half of Sunday’s game in Portland, Ore. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Alberta native friendship centres help men, boys end violence against females
Regina MP who is new Public Safety minister says anti-terrorism law is priority
CFL rookies Knox, Westerman each get three award nominations
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Jamaal Westerman strums the Banjo Bowl after defeating the Saskatchewan Roughriders in CFL action in Winnipeg on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015. Westerman and Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Jeff Knox Jr. each received three nominations in balloting for the CFL's individual awards Thursday.
Total trade year-to-date, September
Layoffs announced at B.C. open-pit copper mine: United Steelworkers
Officials break ground for renovations at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Mulroney: This is a time to heal old wounds, not to settle old scores in Conservative Party
Former prime minister Brian Mulroney addresses the Albany Club at a special dinner in Toronto concluding year-long celebrations to recognize the 200th anniversary of the birth of Sir John A. Macdonald on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015.
Chudzinski hoping aggressive approach gives Colts' struggling offence jump start
Indianapolis Colts' Coby Fleener, right, runs after a catch as Carolina Panthers' Roman Harper, left, defends in the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Monday, Nov. 2, 2015. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Yukon to change transgender driver's licence policy after human rights complaint
Mirtle: Why Nazem Kadri’s scoring struggles are only temporary
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nazem Kadri breaks up the wing against Pittsburgh Penguins' Beau Bennett during second period NHL action in Toronto, on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015.
U of T scores all As in university research rankings
The University of Toronto, McGill University, McMaster University and the University of Victoria among others scored As across all research areas in U-Multirank’s study.
Canada Goose pulls in star power for first major ad campaign
A new Canada Goose campaign video was directed by Paul Haggis.
Jaguars owner Shad Khan, city of Jacksonville propose plans for $90M in stadium upgrades
Better approach needed: Year of wildfires provides lessons to Saskatchewan
Change-of-plea hearing set for ex-BP engineer in oil spill criminal case, court records show
49ers turn to recently signed Draughn, Thomas for help on offence
Nicaragua approves environmental study of Chinese company's canal project
'Kustom' car king George Barris, creator of TV's original Batmobile, other cars, dead at 89
Quebec doctors’ group to contest end-of-life care legislation in court
The three-member panel was appointed just weeks before the election call.
Quebec doctors' group to contest end-of-life care legislation in court
Castro shoots 10-under 62 to take a 2-shot lead in Sanderson Farms Championship
Adam Hadwin of Canada drops his club after his drive on the sixth tee during the first round of the Sanderson Farms Classic golf tournament at the Country Club of Jackson, Thursday, Nov 5, 2015, in Jackson, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Authorities in southern Mexico warn about escaped tiger; 5 cows killed
Ahead of Netanyahu visit, US officials rule out Mideast peace deal before Obama leaves office
Daily Deals: Hydro One priced right, Honeywell swallows Com Dev and Canaccord wounded
A view of the corporate sign outside the Honeywell International Automation and Control Solutions manufacturing plant in Golden Valley, Minn.
Chinese official: China backs peaceful settlement of disputes - but parties must agree on how
Alberta introduces bill to publicize salaries of more public-sector workers
Indiana Chamber of Commerce calls on lawmakers to extend statewide gay rights protections
Market turmoil takes toll on Sun Life’s Boston asset manager, MFS Investment
The Sun Life Financial building is seen in Toronto on May 6, 2015. The insurer reported third-quarter earnings that generally matched predictions on Wednesday night. But Boston-based MFS Investment Management, which manages money on behalf of retail and institutional clients, posted a fifth-consecutive quarter of net outflows from its funds, totalling $9-billion (U.S.) in the quarter.
A house for three times your income? Think again
Houses are seen in Vaughan, Ont., north of Toronto, in this June 29, 2015, file photo. If houses in the Greater Toronto Area were affordable for middle-class families, they’d cost an average $228,657. The actual average in September was $627,395.
B.C. aboriginal education gap not closing fast enough: auditor-general
Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, president of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, blames B.C. Premier Christy Clark’s government for ‘a culture of indifference’ when it comes to aboriginal education.
Golf Capsules
Bell Media to cut 270 jobs in Toronto, 110 in Montreal
The cuts have made Bell Media considerably leaner, slashed salary costs, and simplified a reporting structure that had grown complicated after Bell took over Astral Media in 2014.
Veteran backup Taiwan Jones getting increased work with Raiders
Bernhard Langer shoots 63 to take lead in Champions Tour finale at Desert Mountain
Obama threatens to impose sanctions on South Africa unless it dismantles barriers to US meat
IKEA bullish on future plans in Canada
The Swedish-based home furnishings retailer said it increased its overall sales in Canada by 10.4 per cent to $1.795-billion in its fiscal year ended Aug. 31, including online sales of $103-million.
Which of these 10 Canadian financial stocks show a positive trend?
Investors still struggling to digest Husky dividend conversion
Investors were caught by surprise when Husky changed its dividend policy a week ago.
Rogers catches up to rivals in race for new wireless subscribers
Taking all of the major wireless carriers’ new postpaid customers together, Telus won 31.8 per cent with 69,000 customers, Rogers claimed 34.4 per cent with 77,000 additions and BCE Inc. attracted 34.8 per cent with 77,655 subscribers.
Julio Jones smarting from lost fumble, looks for Falcons to 'clean up' turnovers vs. 49ers
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) makes a catch for a touchdown against Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Johnthan Banks (27) during the second of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Former Goldman Sachs worker pleads guilty to misdemeanour in Federal Reserve theft case
68-year-old Denver defensive co-ordinator Wade Phillips a must-follow on Twitter
Restoring the long-form census is a good start, but more data needed
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Minister Navdeep Bains holds a copy of the long-form census on Parliament Hill on Thursday.
NC State loses top rusher Matt Dayes for rest of season with foot injury requiring surgery
FILE - In this Sept. 5, 2015, file photo, North Carolina State's Matt Dayes (21) looks for some room to run during an NCAA college football game against Troy in Raleigh, N.C. Dayes is out for the rest of the season with a foot injury. The school announced the injury Thursday, Nov. 5, saying Dayes would have surgery Friday for the injury sustained in last weekend's loss to No. 3 Clemson. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome, File)
Before move to suburbs, Braves planning season-long commemoration of finale at Turner Field
Ryan Mathews has outperformed Eagles' more expensive addition DeMarco Murray
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