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February 28

NBA’s worst team hands Raptors fifth straight loss
New York Knicks' Langston Galloway, center, celebrates with teammates after making a 3-point basket during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, in New York. The Knicks won the game 103-98.
Venezuela to require American citizens to apply for tourist visas
Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro, speaks during the annual state-of-the-nation address at the National Assembly in Caracas, Venezuela, Wednesday, Jan 21, 2015. President Nicolas Maduro acknowledged the economic crisis wracking Venezuela during his annual address Wednesday night, but did not announce the reforms many had expected. (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos)
Blackhawks acquire Vermette from Coyotes for first-rounder, Dahlbeck
Arizona Coyotes' Antoine Vermette celebrates a goal by teammate Oliver Ekman-Larsson (not shown) on Montreal Canadiens goaltender Dustin Tokarski, left, as Canadiens Andrei Markov defends during third period NHL hockey action in Montreal, Sunday, February 1, 2015.
QMJHL Roundup: Goalie Brassard scores again as Olympiques beat Sea Dogs
Price gets shutout as Habs blank Leafs
Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price makes a save off Toronto Maple Leafs' Joffrey Lupul during first period NHL hockey action Saturday, February 28, 2015 in Montreal.
O'Malley pushes financial regulation as a campaign issue, criticizes 'triangulation' politics
Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley speaks with reporters after addressing a conference hosted by the South Carolina Democratic Party in Myrtle Beach, S.C. on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2014. O'Malley said he is seriously considering running for the Democratic presidential nomination and will make a decision this spring on whether to enter the race. (AP Photo/Bruce Smith)
Better aircraft tracking method to be tested in wake of Malaysia plane's disappearance
FILE - In this Feb. 20, 2015 file photo, Jiang Hui, a Chinese family member of a passenger onboard the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, points at a map during a press conference at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Australia, Indonesia and Malaysia will lead a trial to enhance the tracking of the aircraft over remote oceans, allowing planes to be more easily found should they vanish like Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, Australia's transport minister said Sunday, March 1, 2015. The announcement comes one week ahead of the anniversary of the disappearance of the flight, which vanished in 2104 on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people on board. No trace of the plane has been found. (AP Photo/Joshua Paul, File)
Changing of the guard in Canadian men’s curling surfaces at the Brier
British Columbia lead Rick Sawatsky, left, makes a shot as teammate second Tyrel Griffith looks on during hot shots competition at the Brier in Calgary, Alta., Friday, Feb. 27, 2015.
Three-year-old child dies after being injured by vehicle in Prince George, B.C.
Shuttle drivers who ferry tech workers between San Francisco and Silicon Valley unionize
Changing of the guard in Canadian men's curling evident at the Brier
In photos: Remembering Boris Nemtsov
People gather at the site where Mr. Nemtsov was recently murdered. (Maxim Zmeyev/Reuters)
Weight-loss company agrees to pay refund to settle suit over its "Eat All You Want" ad slogan
Online campaign nets $20,000 for Quebec woman told to remove hijab in court
Wearing the Hijab when she went to court, Rania El-Alloul poses for a photograph at her home in Montreal, Saturday, February 28, 2015. A crowdfunding campaign in support of El-Alloul, who was refused her day in court because she was wearing a hijab, has raised more than $20,000 in its first day. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
Rob Lantz named new leader of PEI PCs
Downtown Charlottetown, PEI is seen in this November, 2009, file photo.
Rob Lantz named leader of P.E.I. Progressive Conservative Party
Organizer says many are pleased cheer event is going ahead despite terror threat
Bountiful leader asks court to quash polygamy charge
Winston Blackmore is seen outside his community hall in the isolated religious commune of Bountiful, B.C., Nov. 23, 2011.
Online campaign nets $37,000 for Quebec woman told to remove hijab in court
Rania El-Alloul says being denied a hearing because of her head scarf was ‘devastating and humiliating.’
B.C. polygamous leader Winston Blackmore asks court to quash criminal charge
Online campaign nets $20,000 for Quebec woman told to remove hijab in court
Wildrose leadership hopefuls signal taxes, trust as issues for coming election
Wildrose leadership candidates, from left, Drew Barnes, Brian Jean and Linda Osinchuk speak to the media Saturday, feb. 28, 2015 after addressing party members at a pre-election meeting at a hotel near the downtown. Premier Jim Prentice is expected to call an election as early as mid to late-March. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Dean Bennett
Hundreds gather to mourn outside funeral for Elijah Marsh
Georgette Marsh watches as the casket holding her son Elijah is placed in a hearse following a memorial service in Toronto on Feb. 28.
Ont government being called on to clarify rescue workers training requirements
Panthers swing another big-name trade, landing Dany Heatley
Florida Panthers left wing Tomas Fleischmann (14) carries the puck as Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman Derrick Pouliot (51) chases during the third period at the CONSOL Energy Center in Pittsburgh on Feb. 22.
Capitals acquire Tim Gleason from Hurricanes
Toronto Maple Leafs forward David Booth battles for the puck against Carolina Hurricanes defensemen Tim Gleason during the second period at PNC Arena in Raleigh on Feb. 20
White Sox ace Chris Sale may miss opening day after fracturing right foot
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale is pictured in a multiple exposure pitch against the Kansas City Royals during their MLB American League baseball game in Chicago April 1, 2013. The White Sox won the game 1-0.
FIFA rule-makers debate ‘biggest decision ever’
Liverpool's Mario Balotelli is spoken to by match referee Craig Pawson during their English Premier League soccer match against West Ham United at the Boleyn Ground in London Sept. 20.
Nearly 1,000 Dallas-Fort Worth flights cancelled due to ice storm; 5,000 stranded at airport
Traffic travels slowly along Davis Boulevard as snow falls, Friday, Feb. 27, 2015, in Arlington, Texas. Icy weather early in the week melted away by Wednesday afternoon, but Friday morning gave way to more snow and slippery roads in North Texas. (AP Photo/The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Juan Guajardo) MAGS OUT; (FORT WORTH WEEKLY, 360 WEST); INTERNET OUT
Federer beats Djokovic to win seventh Dubai Championships title
Roger Federer of Switzerland returns the ball to Novak Djokovic of Serbia during their final match at the ATP Championships tennis tournament in Dubai, Feb. 28.
Toronto deli recalls meat due to possible Listeria contamination: Illnesses reported
Greece's prime minister: loan deal derailed the plans of the 'axis of austerity'
Greek Prime Minister and Syriza leader Alexis Tsipras, centre, arrives at his party central committee, in Athens, on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015. Greece's new radical left government has no intention of seeking yet another bailout deal from international creditors and will spend coming months trying to ease the terms of its current commitments, the financially struggling country's prime minister said Friday.(AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris)
Egyptian court declares Hamas a ‘terrorist organization’
In this Dec. 14, 2014 file photo, masked Palestinian Hamas gunmen display their military skills during a rally to commemorate the 27th anniversary of the Hamas militant group, in Gaza City, Gaza. An Egyptian court declared Hamas a "terrorist organization" Feb. 28.
Some Ga. lawmakers back ending tax break on jet fuel, setting up face-off with Delta Air Lines
FILE - In this April 14, 2008 file photo, a Delta Airlines jet departs Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta. Georgia lawmakers could take the rare step of eliminating a corporate tax break this session _ despite opposition from one of the state's largest employers, Delta Airlines. State Rep. Earl Ehrhart's initial proposal would only have cut Delta's exemption from taxes on jet fuel but now would affect all airlines. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, file)
Some Ga. lawmakers back ending tax break on jet fuel, setting up face-off with Delta Airlines
FILE - In this April 14, 2008 file photo, a Delta Airlines jet departs Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta. Georgia lawmakers could take the rare step of eliminating a corporate tax break this session _ despite opposition from one of the state's largest employers, Delta Airlines. State Rep. Earl Ehrhart's initial proposal would only have cut Delta's exemption from taxes on jet fuel but now would affect all airlines. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, file)
Hyundai recalls 263,000 cars in US and Canada due to problem with power-assisted steering
Former Knicks star Anthony Mason dies at 48
Miami Heat forward Anthony Mason (L) drives past Dallas Mavericks center Shawn Bradley during first half action at Reunion Arena in Dallas, in this file photo from February 1, 2001.
Blackhawks acquire defenceman Kimmo Timonen from Flyers
FILE - In this April 27, 2014 file photo, Philadelphia Flyers' Kimmo Timonen, of Finland, reacts during the third period in Game 5 of an NHL hockey first-round playoff series against the New York Rangers,  in New York.
‘Don’t let them change this place’: Massey Hall memories from The Globe
People smoke outside Massey Hall before Neil Young performs during the Honour the Treaties tour, a series of benefit concerts being held to raise money for legal fight against the expansion of the Athabasca oilsands in northern Alberta and other similar projects, in 2014.
Buffett's firm reports 17 per cent fall in 4Q earnings because of drop in value of investments
Cabin crew strike forces Scandinavian Airlines to cancel some 30 flights from Denmark.
Warren Buffett says next Berkshire CEO must fight arrogance, decay
Financial investor Warren Buffett looks on during an announcement ceremony at Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill.
Spain police arrest 9 on suspicion of creating and selling fake art including Picasso, Warhol
In this photo released by the Spanish Interior Ministry on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, different pieces of alleged fake art are seen inside a studio in Valencia, Spain. Spanish Police have broken up a network that allegedly created and sold fake works of art purporting to be by artists of international standing including Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and Joan Miro. Officers have arrested nine suspects in the eastern region of Valencia, including the alleged counterfeiters and intermediaries involved in selling the fakes. Investigators searched seven addresses and seized 271 works, including canvasses, sculptures and documents to be used to falsify the art's provenance. (AP Photo/Spanish Interior Ministry, HO)
Two dead after shooting in Toronto McDonald’s
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Investors look for clues to Warren Buffett's successor as he reflects on 50 years at Berkshire
FILE - In this Nov. 14, 2011, file photo, billionaire investor Warren Buffett speaks in Omaha, Neb., at an event to raise money for the Girls Inc., charity organization. Warren Buffett's annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders is always one of the best-read business documents of the year. The 2015 letter, due to be released on Saturday Feb. 28, marks the 50th year of Buffett's leadership. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, File)
Molly Parker of 'House of Cards' takes on 'unusual' stage role in 'Harper Regan'
Canadian actress Molly Parker takes on the role of a devoted wife and mother who goes on a soul-seeking journey in the play "Harper Regan." Parker is shown at the Toronto International Film Festival in Toronto on Saturday, September 11, 2010. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
Why we love the art we love: Novelist Joseph Boyden on our pursuit of beautiful things
Novelist Joseph Boyden
Why I already have Hillary fatigue
Margaret Wente
Two dead, one wounded in shooting at east-end Toronto McDonald's
A member of the Toronto Police Forensics unit steps out of a McDonald's restaurant in the city's east end on Saturday, February 28, 2015 as they investigate a shooting in which two men were killed. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
World Cup: Williamson holds his nerve to steer New Zealand to win over Australia
Australia's captain Michael Clarke, right, smiles next to Shane Watson during their Cricket World Cup match against New Zealand in Auckland Feb. 28.
World Cup: Defending champion India trounces UAE by 9 wickets
India's batsmen Rohit Sharma, left, and Virat Kohli are congratulated by United Arab Emirates' Andri Raffaelo after India won their Cricket World Cup match in Perth Feb. 28.
Canada’s Mikael Kingsbury clinches World Cup moguls title
Mikael Kingsbury of Canada competes on his way to winning his sixth straight World Cup moguls event on Feb. 28 in Tazawako, Japan/
China's central bank cuts interest rates again amid stagnant economy to boost growth
In this Friday, Feb. 27, 2015 photo, a Chinese family walk past a China Dream billboard, showing messages pushed by Chinese President Xi Jinping's administration on display in Beijing. China on Saturday, Feb. 28 cut interest rates for the second time in three months, adding to signs that Chinese leaders are worried that the economic slowdown is deepening too sharply. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
Why diesel drivers have to be in it for the long haul
The Golf TDI typically fetches.
How SUVs became mainstream 25 years after exploding on scene with Explorer
2012 Ford Explorer
Cadillac’s success in Canada highlights differences with U.S. market
The Cadillac Escalade is the only brand left from 2002, the company’s 100th birthday.
On the job past 70 – for Sharon it’s the ‘new normal’
‘I love being an artist and I love teaching, but it just wasn’t steady money,’ says Sharon Norman, a 71-year-old grandmother of two who found other work after her marriage ended.
Brown sells 'just under' 41,000 PC memberships; Elliott doesn't report sales
Progressive Conservatives in Prince Edward Island hold leadership convention
China's famed Shaolin Temple plans massive hotel, kung fu and school project in Australia
In this July 3, 2006 photo, Shi Yongxin, abbot of Shaolin Temple speaks at the Shaolin Temple in Dengfeng in central China's Henan province. The temple which is historically known for its martial arts traditions but recently has gained a controversial reputation for aggressive commercialization is planning to build a $297-million complex that includes a temple, a hotel, a kung fu academy and a golf course in Australia. (AP Photo) CHINA OUT
India's new budget aims to balance high economic, infrastructure growth with welfare spending
Indian Finance Minister Arun Jaitley arrives at the Parliament House to present Union Budget for the year 2015-16, in New Delhi, India, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015. The Economic Survey, an annual report on the state of Asia's third-largest economy, said Friday that India's economy will grow more than 8 percent in the upcoming financial year, which would make it the world's fastest growing economy, surpassing China. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)
An Iran opportunity not to be missed
Jeffrey Simpson
What happens when you run out of taxpayers?
Doug Saunders
Feb. 28: This week’s Talking Point – teaching kids about sex. Plus letters to the editor
Demonstrators protest against Ontario's new sex education curriculum this week.
Alberta beats Manitoba at Canada Winter Games to book spot in men's hockey final
Hellyer scores fifth goal of game in overtime as Rock slip past Rush
Alberta Golden Bears to face Trinity Western Spartans in men's volleyball final
February 28: Your daily horoscope
Pisces
University of Toronto instructor and speaker boosts ‘alternative vaccines’
Toronto-based homeopath Beth Landau-Halpern is a health studies instructor and teaches a course in alternative medicine at U of T’s Scarborough campus, where her husband, Rick Halpern, is dean.
Suspect arrested in over threatening texts to Christine Elliott campaign
Ontario PC Leader Tim Hudak listens as deputy party leader Christine Elliott speak to reporters at Queen's Park in Toronto on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013.
Suspect arrested in connection with texts sent to Christine Elliott campaign
University of Toronto to go behind picketlines on Monday
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