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From cult fave to pop superstar: The Weeknd caps breakout year with 7 Grammy noms
The Weeknd performs during the 2015 Juno Awards, in Hamilton, Ont., on March 15, 2015. The Toronto native, born Abel Tesfaye, has been nominated for seven Grammys, including Best Record of the Year and Best Album of the Year awards in the run up to the 2015 Grammys. Fellow Canucks Drake and Justin Bieber earned a Grammy nod each. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Nominees in top categories announced for the 58th annual Grammy Awards
Chris Stapleton, Little Big Town's 'Girl Crush' bring country music back to Grammy Awards
FILE - In this Aug. 30, 2015, file photo, Bruno Mars, left, and Mark Ronson accept the award for male video of the year for “Uptown Funk” at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles. Ronson and Mars' "Uptown Funk" is one of the nominees for record of the year at the Grammys on Feb. 15, 2016. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, File)
After legal fight, 21 Syrian refugees scheduled to join families in Texas
Tokyo Olympic organizers receive more than 14,000 applications for new logo design
The Latest: Protesters rally after no charges brought against Chicago officer in Johnson case
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel speaks to the media, Thursday, Dec. 3, 2015, in Chicago. Faced with growing calls for federal intervention after a white officer fatally shot a black teen, Mayor Rahm Emanuel said Thursday the city would welcome a Justice Department investigation of “systemic issues” in the Chicago police department. (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green)
The glove is off: Keith Hernandez's 'no-holds-barred' memoir scheduled for 2017
FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015, file photo, Keith Hernandez throws out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the National League baseball championship series between the New York Mets and the Chicago Cubs, in New York. Hernandez, the outspoken broadcaster, “Seinfeld” favorite and former All-Star first baseman is working on a “no-holds-barred” memoir. Little, Brown and Company told The Associated Press on Monday, Dec. 7, 2015, that “I Am Keith Hernandez” is scheduled for 2017. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Her next goal: Soccer star Abby Wambach working on a memoir, scheduled for 2016
FILE - In this Wednesday, July 15, 2015, file photo, soccer player Abby Wambach, of the U.S. women's national soccer team, speaks on stage at the ESPY Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Wambach, soccer's leading international scorer, has a book deal. Dey Street Books told The Associated Press on Monday, Dec. 7, 2015, that it had acquired a memoir by the two-time Olympic gold medalist and member of last summer's Women's World Cup champions. The book, also coming in a young adult edition, is called "Forward." It is scheduled for the fall of 2016. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)
Vatican court OKs calling of Vatican No. 2, Cardinal Parolin, as defence witness in leaks case
Economists slightly less bullish on U.S. growth next year; expect solid hiring, higher pay
In this Feb. 15, 2015 file photo, the Space Needle towers in the background beyond a container ship anchored in Elliott Bay near downtown Seattle.
Like everyone else, extremists and violent criminals share their acts via digital-age tools
This undated photo provided by the FBI shows Tashfeen Malik. Malik and her husband, Syed Farook, died in a fierce gunbattle with authorities several hours after their commando-style assault on a gathering of Farook's colleagues from San Bernardino, Calif., County's health department Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015. (FBI via AP)
UN agencies seek record $20-billion for humanitarian aid in 2016
Chailly conducts Verdi's 'Giovanna d'Arco' as La Scala opens season with extra security
Police officers patrol outside La Scala theater in Milan, Monday, Dec. 7, 2015. La Scala's gala season premiere of Verdi's Giovanna d'Arco (Joan of Arc) opens amid extra security in the wake of the Paris attacks. (Daniel Dal Zennaro/ANSA via AP)
Johnny Depp's wife Amber Heard to fight Australian charges that she smuggled pet terriers
UN agencies seek record $20B for humanitarian aid in 2016 amid war, catastrophe, refugee woes
'Stampede' comic strip creator ending series and retiring, citing health and time with family
In an undated file photo Jerry Palen talks about one of his favorite bronze pieces, "The Desperado," in his home in Saratoga, Wyo. Palen, creator of the “Stampede” comic strip for more than 40 years, says he is retiring and will stop producing new cartoons on Jan. 1, 2016. He cited health and wanting to spend more time with family. (Nichole L. Ballard/The Rawlins Daily Times via AP, File)
Before the Bell: Equities rise, U.S. stocks set to outperform
Jennifer Dowty
Doctors expect Jimmy Carter to continue drug treatment, other tests after cancer-free scan
Shakhtar Donetsk and Malmo vying for 3rd place in Group A of Champions League
PSG's Zlatan Ibrahimovic gestures, during the French League One soccer match between Nice and Paris Saint Germain, Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, in Nice stadium, southeastern France. (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau)
Suspected jihadi recruiters in Paris trial portray themselves as naive and inexperienced
FILE - This is a Monday Nov. 23, 2015 file photo of French gendarmes officers as they patrol on the Champs Elysees, in Paris. Security has been on high alert in the French capital, after the attacks in Paris on Nov. 13, which killed 130 people. (AP Photo/Laurent Cipriani, File)
Monday's small-cap stocks to watch
Shares of Canada’s oldest – and, some say, best-managed – REIT have fallen since a speak in November.
Czech government approves stricter gun laws after 8 killed in restaurant shooting
Peter MacKay most favoured of potential Conservative leaders: poll
Peter MacKay, former minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013.
Not again: Manchester City attempts to avoid finishing 2nd in Champions League group
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini leaves the pitch after the final whistle during the English Premier League soccer match between Stoke City and Manchester City at the Britannia Stadium, Stoke on Trent, England, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015. (AP Photo/Rui Vieira)
UN special envoy for Yemen says warring parties agree to peace negotiations next week
Clinton wants 'exit tax' on US-foreign company mergers; revenue would boost manufacturing jobs
FILE - In this Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, file photo, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a town hall meeting in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Clinton will unveil a proposal for a new “exit tax” on Wednesday, Dec. 9, aimed at cracking down on corporate inversions, in which U.S. companies merge with corporations overseas in an effort to lower their tax bill. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
The Latest: Poland to continue upgrading border surveillance to prevent migrant influx
Stranded migrants protest at the northern Greek border station of Idomeni, in front of Greek Police forces on Monday, Dec. 7, 2015. About 2,000 people remain stuck on the Greek side of the border, the Greek authorities said Monday as Macedonia and other Balkan countries refuse to let them through, considering them economic migrants. (AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris)
Watershed moments not enough to spur gun control in U.S.
Kayla Gaskill, left, Gaskill's mother and Connie Pegler, right, pay respect at a makeshift memorial for the victims of Wednesday's shooting rampage, Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, in San Bernardino, Calif. Gaskill said her friend Daniel Kaufman was killed in the shooting.
New Brunswick premier to address commerce chamber to build trade ties
German court convicts teenager, father over revenge killing of suspect in relative's rape
Egypt's military says it has destroyed 20 recently found tunnels along border with Gaza Strip
Boy sentenced to probation after fellow student pushed under bus in Nova Scotia
Trump is ‘a traditional politician’
Donald Trump waves to the crowd gathered in front of Trump Tower ahead of the arrival of the pope's motorcade for an appearance in New York's Central Park on Sept. 24, 2015.
Former SS sergeant to go on trial in Germany next year on allegations he served in Auschwitz
Liberal MP appeals to public to help disabled man stuck in Britain
Oscar Pistorius wants to take his murder case to South Africa's constitutional Court
FILE - In this Sunday, Aug. 5, 2014 file photo South Africa's Oscar Pistorius starts in the men's 400-meter semifinal during the athletics in the Olympic Stadium at the 2012 Summer Olympics, London. A South African appeals court on Thursday convicted Oscar Pistorius of murder, overturning a lower court's conviction of the double-amputee Olympian on the lesser charge of manslaughter for shooting girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp to death in 2013. (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus, File)
IAEA chief says interest in nuclear power has risen despite 2011 Fukushima accident
International Atomic Energy Agency chief Yukiya Amano answers questions from reporters at the Department of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Manila, Philippines Monday, Dec. 7, 2015. Amano said that the appetite for nuclear power has grown because of the need to fuel Asia's bustling economies and demand for relatively clean energy amid concerns over climate change, despite the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)
Wild pig in Germany gives up 'boaring' life to live with herd of cattle
FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2015 file photo a young boar stands amongst cattle in a pasture in Moerel, northern Germany. The wild pig in has decided to give up its “boaring” life _ leaving the forest to live with a small herd of cattle in their pasture. (Markus Scholz/dpa via AP, file)
Serbia's prime minister announces firing of defence minister over sexist remark
FILE - In this Friday, Nov. 14, 2014 file photo Serbian Defense Minister Bratislav Gasic, right as he speaks in front of Russian Gen. Vladimir Shamatov during Russian-Serbian joint antiterrorist exercise Srem 2014, at Nikinci training ground, 60 kilometers west of Belgrade. Serbian Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic said Monday Dec. 7, 2015 that Bratislav Gasic "can no longer be the minister of defense." Gasic sparked outrage when he made a derogatory comment Sunday to the journalist from B92 Television who knelt down in front of him to avoid being in the way of cameras. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic, file)
Manchester United could be eliminated from Champions League with a loss in Wolfsburg
Dortmund's Shinji Kagawa, left, celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the German Bundesliga soccer match between VfL Wolfsburg and Borussia Dortmund in Wolfsburg, Germany, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015. (AP Photo/Michael Sohn)
Biotech in India: the promise of disease-resistant bed sheets, and more
An illustration of a face with muscle map, with DNA strands and virus cells in the background.
Venezuelan opposition wins legislature in landslide, delivering setback to ruling socialists
Lilian Tintori, wife of jailed Venezuelan opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez, celebrates next to candidates of the Venezuelan coalition of opposition parties during a news conference on the election in Caracas early December 7, 2015.
Large fire destroys residential building under renovation in Halifax
Prosecutors launch checks into independent Russian TV channel
FILE - In this file photo taken on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014, Dozhd's director Nataliya Sindeyeva speaks to the Associated Press in her office in Moscow, Russia. Prosecutors and fire inspectors are launched checks into Russia's only independent television channel. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko, File)
Beijing schools close, cars kept off roads as China's capital issues its 1st smog red alert
Commuters wearing protection masks wait for buses at a bus stand on a polluted day in Beijing, Monday, Dec. 7, 2015. Smog shrouded the capital city Monday after authorities in Beijing issued an orange alert on Saturday. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
Greek police arrest 13, including 6 minors, suspected of taking part in overnight Athens riots
Protesters are silhouetted in the middle of a street during clashes with the police, following a rally commemorating the killing of a 15-year old student back in 2008, in Athens, on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015. Hundreds of protesters marched through the streets of the Greek capital to mark the seventh anniversary of a fatal police shooting of the teenager. Fifteen-year-old Alexis Grigoropoulos was killed on the night of Dec. 6, 2008, when a policeman fired his gun following an argument in the center of Athens. (AP Photo/ Yorgos Karahalis )
Elves on shelves, destroyers of Christmas magic
How fear became the politician’s weapon of choice
Ian Buruma
Carrick best reads: The world’s worst career advice
Why Stephen Harper’s influence will endure
Former prime minister and Conservative MP Stephen Harper, left, shares a laugh with fellow MPs after voting for a new Speaker of the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2015.
As the world warms, adaptation becomes a fool’s paradise
Thomas Homer-Dixon
Dec. 7: A 2015 Senate. Plus other letters to the editor
Governor-General David Johnston delivers the Speech from the Throne in the Senate chamber on Dec. 4, 2015.
Kerry joins Paris talks as UN chief warns weak deal could spell climate doom
Chief of the Huli tribe in Papua New-Guinea, Mundiya Kepanga, arrives for a conference on climate, at the UNESCO headquarters, in Paris, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015. Negotiators adopted a draft climate agreement Saturday that was cluttered with brackets and competing options, leaving ministers with the job of untangling key sticking points in what is envisioned to become a lasting, universal pact to fight global warming. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)
Families suing Dutch state over 'execution' of 2 Moluccan train hijackers in 1977
Latvia's prime minister resigns, new government to be appointed
FILE - In this file photo taken on Monday, Aug. 7, 2015, Latvian Prime Minister Laimdota Straujuma speaks during a media conference at EU headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. Latvia's government spokesman says Prime Minister Laimdota Straujuma has resigned, meaning a new government will be appointed. (AP Photo/Virginia Mayo, File)
Israel considers alternatives to the march toward a single, non-Jewish state
FILE - In this Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015 file photo, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, right, looks on as U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry speaks during a meeting at the Prime Minister's Office, in Jerusalem. On Saturday, Kerry warned Israel about the dangers of the possible collapse of the Palestinian Authority, saying it would lead to a situation that would threaten the security of Israel and the Palestinian people. (Atef Safadi/Pool via AP)
Germany's Linde to buy US company American HomePatient for undisclosed sum
Syria says US-led airstrikes kill 3 of its soldiers, but Washington blames Russia
This image posted online Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, by supporters of the Islamic State militant group on an anonymous photo sharing website, shows Syrians inspecting a damaged building in the aftermath of an airstrike that targeted areas in Raqqa, Syria. The photo bears the watermark of Islamic State media releases and is consistent with other AP reporting. The Arabic caption on the photo reads, "Russian warplanes target homes of Muslims in Raqqa.” (militant photo via AP)
Six types of 'bad freakin' bosses' (and how not to be one)
Canadian school concerned about being linked to California shooter
Pakistan Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan speaks during a press conference in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015. Pakistani interior minister says investigators have found no evidence so far which could link Islamic militants with Tashfeen Malik, the woman at the center of FBI’s probe into the California mass shooting. (AP Photo/Anjum Naveed)
UK prime minister visits flood-hit northern England after record rainfall
People watch waves close to the harbour wall at Porthcawl, South Wales, as Storm Desmond hits the United Kingdom, Saturday Dec. 5, 2015. Roads have been closed throughout the North and Scotland as Storm Desmond caused road chaos, landslides and flooding. (Ben Birchall/PA via AP) UNITED KINGDOM OUT NO SALES NO ARCHIVE
Turkey summons Russian ambassador after soldier points missile launcher near Istanbul
Five stories in the news today, Dec. 7
LSU's Leonard Fournette, Alabama's Derrick Henry nation's top rushers heading into post-season
Stanford running back Christian McCaffrey (5) stiff-arms Southern California linebacker Anthony Sarao (56) during a 10-yard touchdown run during the second half of a Pac-12 Conference championship NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Jordan Spieth ends best year, and the new year is around the corner
Jordan Spieth speaks during a press conference at the PGA Tour's Hero World Challenge golf tournament in Albany, Bahamas, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015. (AP Photo/Doug Ferguson)
Twelve reasons entrepreneurs with type-A personalities are unstoppable
Are Facebook ads worth the money?
Do corporate income tax rate cuts fuel growth, or just cash hoarding?
Bank of England likely to hold interest rates as it watches U.S. Federal Reserve
Bank of England governor Mark Carney speaks during a news conference at the Bank of England in London, December 1, 2015.
A stop-gap mindset is sinking Navy’s procurement plans
The Royal Canadian Navy’s HMCS Protecteur caught fire during exercises in the Pacific Ocean and was rescued off Hawaii by the U.S. Navy on March 6, 2014. It’s one of two 1960s-vintage supply ships removed from service last year.
An arm’s-length green bank would accelerate Canada’s climate transition
A participant arrives during sunset at the World Climate Change Conference 2015 (COP21) at Le Bourget, near Paris, France, on Dec. 6, 2015.
Bad headlines on the court and off put 'The Process' to the test in Philadelphia
Roethlisberger torches Colts again as Steelers confuse Hasselbeck, crush Colts 45-10
Australia threatens to take legal action against Japan's Antarctic whaling hunts
Jets sparked by Giants' blown fourth-down call in 23-20 overtime victory
The Latest: International Red Cross reaches out to IS in hope of getting aid in to Syria
In this Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, photo, security forces prepare to destroy collected bombs and explosives being planted by Islamic State militants outside Ramadi, the capital of Iraq's Anbar province, 70 miles (115 kilometers) west of Baghdad, Iraq. Last week Iraq's military command has told civilians in the Islamic State-held Ramadi to leave the city, a sign that an operation may soon be underway to retake the provincial capital. (AP Photo/Osama Sami)
Patriots blow 14-point lead for second week in a row, lose 35-28 to Eagles
Man in court over London subway stabbing as Internet embraces 'You ain't no Muslim, bruv'
A British police officer stands outside Leytonstone underground train station in east London, Monday, Dec. 7, 2015. Police in London are stepping up patrols at transport hubs after a stabbing at Leytonstone underground station in which a man brandishing a knife reportedly said, "This is for Syria." The incident comes just days after Parliament approved British airstrikes on Islamic State group targets in Syria. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
New Georgia coach Kirby Smart to split time while sticking with Alabama through playoff
In this Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015 photo, Alabama head coach Nick Saban, left, speaks with Defensive Coach Kirby Smart during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game against Florida, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, in Atlanta. Georgia hired Smart as its new head coach on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, hoping he can accomplish what been routine for the Crimson Tide but eluded Mark Richt during his 15 years between the hedges. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Austria: Banknotes are wet but no money laundering - more than 100,000 euros found in Danube
Despite imperfect performance, Panthers keep record unblemished with 41-38 win over Saints
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) score on a touchdown reception in front of New Orleans Saints cornerback Brandon Browner (39) in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman)
Copa del Rey mistake and attempt to dodge blame exposes a fragile Real Madrid
Real Madrid's head coach Rafa Benitez waits for the start of the game during the Spanish La Liga soccer match between Real Madrid and Getafe at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015. Real Madrid won 4-1. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco)
Powerful earthquake shakes Tajikistan, no damage immediately reported.
Calgary faces both uncertainty and opportunity in 2016 after oil price plunge
A jogger runs past the steaming Calgary, Alta., skyline on January 19, 2012. Home prices in the city are down, unemployment is up, and no one knows when things might turn around with oil below US$50 a barrel from highs of well over US$100 less than two years ago. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Osweiler, Trevathan lead AFC West-leading Broncos to 17-3 win against struggling Chargers
Ontario drivers without passengers will be able to pay fee to use carpool lanes
In case you missed it in NFL's Week 13: Cam Newton's MVP case strengthens; Seahawks are baaack
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick studies a tablet device along the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Chinese main buyers of polar bear fur, but trade no threat to animals: study
CBC observers hope for reinvigorated 2016 after scandal-plagued year
A man leaves the CBC building, in Toronto, on April 4, 2012. It's been a heck of a year for the CBC ??? a scathing report denounced managers for their handling of the Jian Ghomeshi affair while former anchors Amanda Lang and Evan Solomon faced controversies of their own, not to mention steep budget cuts that slashed news broadcasts, gutted sports and documentary divisions and put for sale signs in front of aging facilities. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Justin Bieber performs acoustic Toronto show for food bank on Monday night
Canadian Singer Justin Bieber performs live during a small concert for charity in Toronto on Monday, December 7, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Don Martin acknowledges that part of Scud Stud article was 'not true'
Former TV journalist Arthur Kent is seen outside court during a break in his lawsuit against Postmedia and other individuals related to a 2008 column, in Calgary, Alta., on November 16, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
France's far-right makes historic gain in 1st post-attacks vote, joins political mainstream
Far right National Front party regional leader for southeastern France, Marion Marechal-Le Pen blows a kiss to supporters , at a meeting with supporters, after the first round of the regional elections, in Carpentras, southern France, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015. French voters are casting ballots Sunday for regional leaders in an unusually tense security climate, expected to favor conservative and far right candidates and strike a new blow against the governing Socialists. (AP Photo/Claude Paris)
Thai military blocks anti-corruption protest at park tied to army scandal, detains activists
Trump enlisted the name 'Central Park' to brand line of furniture, lamps, key chains
FILE - In this Sept. 24, 2015, file photo, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump waves to the crowd gathered in front of Trump Tower ahead of the arrival of the pope's motorcade for an appearance in New York's Central Park. Trump holds a trademark to use the words “Central Park” on items including furniture, chandeliers and even key chains. Records show his first application came in 1991, when the city’s crime rate was near its height and the park had a less-than-glamorous reputation. (AP Photo/Kevin Hagen, File)
Michigan State adds epic drive in Big Ten title game to program's most memorable moments
Jury to soon deliberate fate of ex-Oklahoma City cop accused of raping, targeting 13 women
Seattle police shoot, kill man following carjackings and chase
Danger-Russ Seahawks: Wilson leads 38-7 romp over Vikings, with 4 total TDs
Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas (29) has his helmet turned a face mask by Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) while returning a interception in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015 in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Titans snap NFL's longest active home skid at 11, edging Jaguars 42-39 with Mariota's big day
Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) passes against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
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