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Six stories in the news today, Jan. 12
Red peppers are seen at the Jean Talon Market, Monday, January 11, 2016 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
Federally-run homeless count facing data gaps as big cities opt out of project
A homeless woman sleeps at a tent city at Oppenheimer Park in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver Wednesday October 15, 2014. Some of Canada's biggest cities have chosen to opt out of a federally run count of homeless people, resulting in what some experts predict will be an incomplete picture of the national poverty problem. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
India's Supreme Court bans bull fighting at harvest festival after animal torture accusations
Suu Kyi takes part in talks to boost Myanmar cease-fire
Commander-in-chief of the Myanmar Armed Forces, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing speaks at a peace conference in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. Aung San Suu Kyi, whose pro-democracy party will take over power in Myanmar from a pro-military government in the next few months, has for the first time participated in official talks to bring peace with the country's fractious ethnic minorities. (AP Photo/Aung Shine Oo)
The Latest: Mother says injured Peruvian woman is about to be released from hospital
Security members evacuate people from the area near the city's landmark Sultan Ahmed Mosque or Blue Mosque shortly after an explosion at Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet district, which is popular with tourists, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The Istanbul governor's office said the explosion at the city's historic Sultanahmet district has killed least 10 people. A statement says 15 other people were injured in Tuesday's blast. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, but state-run TRT television says it was likely caused by a suicide bomber. (IHA via AP) TURKEY OUT
U.S. border agents begin inspecting US-bound trucks in Mexico
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner R. Gil Kerlikowske, left, shakes hands with Mexican and US customs officials during an inauguration ceremony for a new border truck inspection station built for both Mexican and U.S. customs Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016, in Tijuana, Mexico. The joint inspection facility just blocks from one of the busiest crossings on the nearly 2,000-mile border is designed to allow customs agents from both countries to inspect trucks entering the United States simultaneously. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Clashes erupt in Indian-held Kashmir after police stop thousands of people from marching in funeral of rebel commander
Kashmiri Muslims takes pictures with their mobile phones as they carry the body of Sajad Ahmed Bhat, a top rebel commander, during his funeral procession on the outskirts of Srinagar, Indian controlled Kashmir, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. Clashes erupted in Indian-controlled Kashmir Tuesday as police fired tear gas to stop a march by thousands of people participating in a funeral procession of a local militant killed in a gunfight with government forces. (AP Photo/Dar Yasin)
As loonie slides, costs of fresh fruits and vegetables expected to rise
A customer hands over a basket of broccoli to a merchant at the Jean Talon Market, Monday, January 11, 2016 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
B.C. workers, families seek class action suit over deadly sawmill explosions
Concerns that first spots in parent sponsorship program go to those who can pay
This year, line-ups at the immigration processing centre in Mississauga, Ont., began hours before the program opened to new applications on Jan. 4. Some couriers showed up with bags of what appeared to be hundreds of applications, according to photographs obtained by The Canadian Press. THE CANADIAN PRESS
Army schedules hearing in case of Bowe Bergdahl, who walked away from Afghanistan post
Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, left, enters a courthouse at Fort Bragg, N.C., with his defense counsel Lt. Col. Franklin D. Rosenblatt, right, before a pretrial hearing on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. Bergdahl, who was held by the Taliban for five years after he walked off a base in Afghanistan, faces charges of desertion and misbehavior before the enemy. (AP Photo/Ted Richardson)
Suicide bomber detonates bomb in Istanbul, killing at least 10, mostly German tourists
Policemen secure an area at the historic Sultanahmet district, which is popular with tourists, after an explosion in Istanbul, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The private Dogan news agency says at least two people were hospitalized following an explosion in the historic center of Istanbul. (AP Photo/Lefteris Pitarakis)
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Palliative care in critical condition: Canadian Cancer Society report
Afghan official says release Canadian hostage held by the Taliban for 5 years took place in remote Afghan district
German government plans easier deportation of foreign criminals after Cologne attacks
German police patrol in front of the central railway station in Cologne, Germany, Monday, Jan. 11, 2016. A string of attacks on women in Cologne on New Year's Eve blamed largely on foreigners was "intolerable," Chancellor Angela Merkel's spokesman said Monday, but "nothing excuses" retaliatory assaults on immigrants. (Oliver Berg/dpa via AP)
Clemson special teams mistakes cost it national title
Alabama running back Kenyan Drake (17) returns a kick off for a touchdown during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. Alabama won 45-40.(AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Canadians lack proper access to palliative care, study finds
Canadian Cancer Society study finds gaps in the system and a lack of information on available care.
Despite DeShaun Watson and Clemson amassing 550 yards, national champion Alabama finishes the season with its best defensive num
Bama's Howard delivers huge performance after quiet season
Alabama's O.J. Howard kisses the championship trophy after the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. Alabama won 45-40. (David Kadlubowski/The Arizona Republic via AP) MARICOPA COUNTY OUT; MAGS OUT; NO SALES; MANDATORY CREDIT
Detroit mayor to tour schools amid teacher 'sick-outs' and complaints about mould, rodents
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan speaks to reporters after visiting a handful of schools Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016, in Detroit. He said teachers have legitimate concerns about maintenance and building conditions. A sick-out by Detroit teachers closed more than 20 schools Tuesday. (AP Photo/Ed White)
Eugenie Bouchard reaches quarterfinals at Hobart International
Philippines' Supreme Court declares pact allowing US troops in local camps constitutional
Philippine Supreme Court spokesman Theodore Te briefs the media on the highest court's decision declaring the constitutionality of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement or EDCA, in Manila, Philippines, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The court declared as constitutional on Tuesday the 10-year defense pact that allows American forces, warships and planes to temporarily base in local military camps in a boost to U.S. efforts to reassert its presence in Asia, where China has loomed large. "EDCA is not constitutionally infirm as an executive agreement," Te said. (AP Photo/Bullit Marquez)
An Indonesian court has heard the start of an appeal by jailed radical Islamic cleric Abu Bakar Bashir to have his conviction ov
Smith, Bailey scores centuries as Australia beats India by 5 wickets in series-opening ODI
India's Virat Kohli attempts a hook shot during their one day international cricket match against Australia in Perth, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. (AP Photo/Theron Kirkman)
Russian President Vladimir Putin says it is too early to speak about political asylum for Syrian President Bashar Assad
In this photo taken Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016, Russian President Vladimir Putin attends an interview with the German daily Bild at the Russian Black Sea resort of Sochi, Russia. Putin said on Tuesday, Jan. 12 that it would be too early to speak about granting political asylum to Syrian President Bashar Assad, a Putin ally and arguably the main obstacle in the Syrian peace process. (Alexei Nikolsky/Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP)
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Federal researchers are investigating why common murres, one of the Arctic's most abundant seabirds, are dying by the thousands
In this Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016 photo, dead common murres lie on a rocky beach in Whittier, Alaska. Federal scientists in Alaska are looking for the cause of a massive die-off of one of the Arctic’s most abundant seabirds, the common murre. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen)
Bedouin coming-of-age drama is the first Oscar contender of Jordan's nascent film industry
In this Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016 photo, George David, general manager of the Royal Film Commission, speaks during an interview with The Associated Press, in Amman, Jordan. Providing locations and crew for foreign films remains an important part of Jordan's film work, said David. "Theeb" (Wolf), set in 1916, a coming-of-age drama set among Bedouin tribesmen roaming the desert emerged as the first potential Oscar contender produced by Jordan's nascent film industry. (AP Photo/Raad Adayleh)
Anze Kopitar's 4-point night, Alec Martinez's goal lead LA Kings past Red Wings, 4-2
Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar (11), of Slovenia, and left wing Milan Lucic (17) congratulate center Tyler Toffoli, second from left, for scoring as Detroit Red Wings defenseman Mike Green (25) skates by during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Los Angeles, Monday, Jan. 11, 2016. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)
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Philadelphia Inquirer, Daily News and Philly.com are donated to newly created non-profit
FILE- In this May 27, 2014, file photo, philanthropist H.F. "Gerry" Lenfest speak at a news conference in Philadelphia. The owner of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Philadelphia Daily News and their website announced he has donated the news organizations to a newly created nonprofit institute. Lenfest said in a story posted on Philly.com late Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, that he has given $20 million to help endow the new operation but much more money will be needed. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Indian court sentences 35 crew members of US-owned ship to 5 years in jail
Curry scores 27 to lead Warriors past Heat 111-103 for 36th straight regular season home win
Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry celebrates a score against the Miami Heat during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
What made Nick Saban smile? A game-changing onside kick
Alabama's Marlon Humphrey catches an onside kick during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Column: With latest title, Saban claims a place in history
Alabama head coach Nick Saban reacts during the first half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Deshaun Watson's superb night wasn't enough for Clemson
Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson throws during the first half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Mailman vs. GM: New York jury hears 1st federal trial over automaker's ignition switches
This Jan. 8, 2016 photo provided by the U.S. District Court, Southern District, taken by a court employee/photographer, shows a section of a General Motors car in a courtroom in New York where jury selection began Monday, Jan 11, 2016, for a trial meant to narrow legal issues for hundreds of civil lawsuits brought against General Motors over faulty ignition switches. (U.S. District Court, Southern District via AP)
Sedin scores in OT, Canucks snap Panthers' winning streak as teams nearly brawl
Vancouver Canucks left wing Daniel Sedin (22) celebrates his game winning goal with his team following overtime NHL action against the Florida Panthers in Vancouver, B.C. Monday, Jan.11, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
Report outlines pattern of sexual harassment in Grand Canyon's river corridor on trips run by the national park
FILE - This Aug. 29, 2002 file photo, shows the Colorado River at the Grand Canyon National Park, in Arizona. A new report by a federal watchdog outlines a history of sexual harassment on river rafting trips run by Grand Canyon National Park. The report obtained by The Associated Press comes after 13 current and former park employees filed a complaint in 2014 saying women had been abused. It’s set to be released later Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016, by the Department of the Interior’s Office of Inspector General. (AP Photo/Brian Witte, File)
Watson's big night can't lift Clemson to title
Clemson's Deshaun Watson loses the ball as he tries to get past Alabama's Daylon Charlot (4) and Jarran Reed on a two-point conversion attempt during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Fans laud David Bowie and his androgynous image for making it feel OK to be different
FILE - This is a Dec. 1, 1972 file photo of David Bowie in his Ziggy Stardust period pictured in Philadelphia. Bowie, the other-worldly musician who broke pop and rock boundaries with his creative musicianship, nonconformity, striking visuals and a genre-bending persona he christened Ziggy Stardust, died of cancer Sunday Jan. 10, 2016. He was 69 and had just released a new album. (AP Photo, Brian Horton, File)
Drinkers at a dusty Outback pub raise their beer glasses to the pub's most famous visitor, David Bowie
Memorabilia and bouquets of flowers are left in honor of David Bowie outside his New York apartment, Monday, Jan. 11, 2016. Bowie, the other-worldly musician who broke pop and rock boundaries with his creative musicianship, nonconformity, striking visuals and a genre-spanning persona he christened Ziggy Stardust, died of cancer Sunday. He was 69. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
In 2002 interview, David Bowie opened up about his legacy
Tide Turner: Gutsy play helps Alabama 45-40 win over Clemson for national title
Alabama's Rashaan Evans (32) sacks Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
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5 Cambodian garment workers were killed and 65 injured when 2 trucks carrying them to their factory crashed
Logan Couture ends scoring drought in Sharks' 5-4 victory over Flames
San Jose Sharks' Joel Ward, right, celebrates his goal with teammate Logan Couture, centre, as Calgary Flames goalie Karri Ramo, from Finland, looks away during third period NHL hockey action in Calgary, Monday, Jan. 11, 2016.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Two accused now committed to stand trial in death of 16-year-old girl
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Brown's 13 points help Alcorn State to a 69-53 win over Grambling State, evens SWAC record at 2-2
Isaac Williams scores 17 points and Mississippi Valley State edges Alabama A&M 79-73
Martin scores 21, Elliott adds 14 to lead Maryland-Eastern Shore past Morgan State 69-65
Eaves, Stephens combine for 50 points as South Carolina State beats North Carolina A&T, 92-85
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch announces engagement to ex-supermodel Jerry Hall
Model Jerry Hall and media magnate Rupert Murdoch arrive at the 73rd Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California January 10, 2016.
Collection of carbon tax may not be "forever": Alberta environment minister
Medical examiner IDs 2 adults from family of 4 killed when Ohio home explodes, catches fire
Authorities respond after a deadly house explosion Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, in Northfield Center Township in Summit County, Ohio. (Cliff Pinckard/The Plain Dealer via AP) MANDATORY CREDIT; NO SALES
Former Chinese vice minister of public security gets to 15 years in jail for accepting bribes
A visitor walks past an electronic screen displaying images of China's fallen politicians, Bo Xilai, left, and Zhou Yongkang, and their convicted corruption charges, at the China Court Museum in Beijing, Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. A court in northern China sentenced a former vice minister of public security to 15 years in jail on Tuesday for accepting bribes, state media reported. Li Dongsheng is the latest senior figure to fall in President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption crackdown that has targeted scores of high-level officials, including figures linked to China's former state security chief, Zhou. Zhou, the biggest tiger to fall, was once seen as a potent rival of Xi and was at the center of a vast patronage system from his various positions of power. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
LA Galaxy re-sign Alan Gordon, their dynamic goal-scoring veteran
Media magnate Rupert Murdoch, model Jerry Hall engaged
FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2015, file photo, media mogul Rupert Murdoch stands with model Jerry Hall during the Rugby World Cup final between New Zealand and Australia at Twickenham Stadium, London. Murdoch has announced his engagement to Hall, the actress and former supermodel who had a long-time relationship with Mick Jagger, Monday, Jan. 11, 2016. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant, File)
Bryce Douvier scores 26 points with 14 rebounds; Texas A&M-Corpus Christi beats Lamar 91-82
Detroit Red Wings put Drew Miller on long-term injured reserve with torn meniscus in knee
Christopher Hyder scores 18 points and Southern holds off Jackson State 74-66
Arkansas-Pine Bluff snaps 9 game losing streak in 59-55 win over Alabama State
Small uranium concentrate spill closes highway in southwestern Saskatchewan
Joe Devin scores twice to lead AHL Monsters in 7-3 win over Moose
Potts, Moody each score 23, Bethune-Cookman snaps 8 game skid in 72-70 win over Norfolk State
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