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Russell Wilson throws 3 TDs in 49-27 Pro Bowl victory
Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) and Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) T of Team Irvin celebrate after Freeman made a touchdown during the first quarter of the NFL Pro Bowl football game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Marco Garcia)
Asian stocks uneven as China data, Japan policy weighed
People walk by an electronic stock board of a securities firm in Tokyo, Monday, Feb. 1, 2016. Chinese stocks fell Monday after a weak manufacturing report while Japan extended gains following its central bank's introduction of a negative interest rate policy to boost lending by banks. Other markets were mixed. (AP Photo/Koji Sasahara)
Jamaica prime minister calls early elections for Feb. 25
Boucher's career-high 26 lead No. 23 Oregon past Arizona St
Oregon guard Tyler Dorsey scores against Arizona State during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Police forces need culture change: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
NBA Capsules
Nashville puts on good show for NHL All-Star weekend
Atlantic Division forward Dylan Larkin (71), of the Detroit Red Wings, misses on a backhand shot against Pacific Division goalie John Gibson (36), of the Anaheim Ducks, during the NHL hockey All-Star championship game Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Nashville, Tenn. The Pacific Division won 1-0. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Review: Fox shows it can do musicals with ambitious 'Grease'
This image released by Fox shows, from left, David Del Rio, Jordan Fisher, Aaron Tveit, Aaron Call, and Carlos PenaVega during a rehearsal for, "Grease:Live," airing Sunday, Jan. 31, at 7p.m. (Kevin Estrada/FOX via AP)
More than $200-million tagged for veterans not spent last year
Veteran Affairs Minister Julian Fantino pays tribute to Second World War veterans at the B.C. Regiment in Vancouver September 10, 2014.
Djokovic names his 2016 goal the Djoker Slam
Novak Djokovic of Serbia gestures as he answers questions at a press conference after defeating Andy Murray of Britain in the men's singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, early Monday, Feb. 1, 2016.(AP Photo/Andrew Brownbill)
Canadian para-snowboarder Alex Massie races to Winter X Games silver
Ban doubles down on Israel comments in NY Times
FILE- In this Jan. 30, 2016, U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon delivers a speech during the opening ceremony of the 26 ordinary of the African Union Summit in Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa. Ki-moon called Israeli criticism of attacks on its settlement policy unsustainable in an opinion piece published Sunday, Jan. 31, by The New York Times, doubling down on comments earlier in the week that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said encouraged terrorism. (AP Photo/Mulugeta Ayene, File)
Snowmobilers attempted to save friend who died in B.C. avalanche
John Harold Garley, of Stony Plain, Alberta was one of the snowmobilers who died in an avalanche in McBride, B.C.
Wade keeps climbing up NBA's career scoring list
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) goes to the basket against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Miami. The Heat won 105-87. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)
Location map of McBride, B.C.
Thompson, Green help Warriors blow out Knicks, 116-95
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) laughs with a teammate from the bench in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in New York, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Top 25 Capsules
OHL Roundup: Hicks makes 47 saves, Bulldogs snap three-game skid
Trudeau leverages sunny tone to rebuild burnt bridges
John Ibbitson
No. 10 Texas A&M falls short against second-ranked Gamecocks
South Carolina's A'ja Wilson (22) tries to block a shot from Texas A&M's Courtney Williams (1) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)
Signe Anderson, original Airplane singer, dead at 74
Hayes, Koenig lead Wisconsin past Illinois 63-55
Illinois' coach John Groce checks on Illinois' forward Michael Finke (43) after Finke went down following a collision under the basket during the second half of their NCAA college basketball game in Champaign, Ill., Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. Wisconsin won 63-55. (AP Photo/Robin Scholz)
Williams helps Mavs win without Nowitzki, 91-78 over Suns
Dallas Mavericks' Zaza Pachulia (27), of Georgia, and Phoenix Suns' Tyson Chandler (4) watch as Archie Goodwin flips over Dallas Mavericks' Deron Williams in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Dallas. Goodwin was defending as Williams was attempting a shot. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Chinese manufacturing index at weakest since 2012
Ottawa pushes military deals with Kuwait despite UN concerns
A Canadian LAV (light armoured vehicle) arrives to escort a convoy at a forward operating base near Panjwaii, Afghanistan at sunrise on Sunday, Nov.26, 2006.
Chick Hearn's widow, Marge Hearn, dies at 98
The violent life and death of ‘major mafia guy’ Rocco Zito
Rocco Zito, 87, who was shot dead in his Toronto home on Friday afternoon, was monitored in police intelligence circles for decades.
John Scott named NHL all-star MVP as Pacific Division wins tournament
John Scott (28) of the Arizona Coyotes looks on during the 2016 Honda NHL all-star final game between the Eastern conference and the Western conference at Bridgestone Arena on January 31, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Indoor rowing championships
B.C. needs to take action if it hopes to regain status as climate leader
Justine Hunter
William & Mary rallies in 2nd half to beat JMU 68-62
Maikhail Miller, former Ole Miss quarterback, dies in crash
Kelly: Is this the most boring Maple Leafs team of all time?
Cathal Kelly
Canucks’ possession problems, faceoff woes showcase team’s slide at centre
Canucks centre Bo Horvat is a little better than 50-50 on faceoffs as the team’s best available man, so he’s taken a heavy load of defensive-zone draws this season.
Field complete for 2016 Canadian women's curling championship in Grande Prairie
Lions say they're still giving Johnson time to decide future
FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015 file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) warms up before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers at Ford Field in Detroit. The Detroit Lions are still giving Johnson time to ponder his future. The team issued a statement Sunday, Jan. 31. 2016, saying it stands by its previous statement that supported Johnson after ESPN reported he told family, friends and Lions coach Jim Caldwell he is retiring. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)
VanVleet leads No. 22 Wichita State past Evansville 78-65
Wichita State's Shaquille Morris (24) goes up for a shot against UE's Adam Wing (12) and Egidijus Mockevicius (55) in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Evansville, Ind. (AP Photo/Daniel R. Patmore)
Fournier scores 24, Gordon 22 as Magic rally to beat Celtics
Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) complains to an official after attempting a shot as Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) and forward Aaron Gordon (00) head up the court during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla., Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jeter shines in rare start, Pitt tops Virginia Tech 90-71
Pittsburgh's Sheldon Jeter (21) is fouled by Virginia Tech's Justin Bibbs after shooting during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Heat win season-best 4th straight, top Hawks 105-87
Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (1) prepares to dunk against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Miami. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)
Top 25 Capsules
Scott hopes All-Star Game opens doors when career is over
Pacific Division defenseman Drew Doughty (8), of the Los Angeles Kings, moves the puck against Central Division defenseman Dustin Byfuglien (33), of the Winnipeg Jets, during an NHL hockey All-Star semifinal round game Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Nashville, Tenn. The Pacific Division won 9-6 to move onto the championship game. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
U.S. pledges $97-million to fight Ethiopia drought
Ziway Dugda district communities waiting for food distribution at Ogolcha food centre in a drought stricken area in Ziway Dugda district, during UN Secretary General, Ban Ki moon's visit to Ethiopia, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016.
Quebec cabbies to file court injunction in hopes of getting Uber off the roads
Quebec’s taxi industry is stepping up its fight against ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies Inc., unveiling plans to file a court injunction this week seeking to shut down the service in the province.
Nicholls named in New Zealand squad for World T20
Wilson's 27 points lifts No. 2 South Carolina over Texas A&M
Texas A&M's Anriel Howard, left, tries to knock the ball away from South Carolina's A'ja Wilson (22) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan)
Israeli cabinet approves liberal Jewish prayer at Western Wall
Women of the Wall members speak with reporters after the Israeli cabinet agreed on Sunday to liberalize access to the Western Wall.
La Loche studied, rejected crime-prevention model before shooting
Am RCMP vehicle sits near a house in La Loche, Sask., were killed mass shooting rocked the tight net community of La Loche.
Angelique Kerber, Milos Raonic likely biggest movers in tennis rankings
After losing in the semi-finals to Andy Murray, Milos Raonic is expected to be biggest mover among the top 15 on the ATP Tour, improving three places to No. 11.
Malala calls for education fund for Syrian refugee children
Suicide bombings at Sayeda Zeinab shrine, a Shia holy site near Damascus, killed at least 50 people Sunday.
Mavs' Nowitzki sits to rest vs Suns to start back-to-back
Seven steps for reopening an embassy in Tehran
Campbell Clark
QMJHL Roundup: Foreurs cruising, beat Olympiques for seventh straight win
NFL players question teams’ attitudes on health and safety, survey says
Denver Broncos defensive lineman Antonio Smith said he managed to suit up week after week after week thanks in large part to the extra care he arranges on his own.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman signs contract extension through 2022
The NHL’s collective bargaining agreement with the NHLPA expires in 2022, the same year Gary Bettman’s new contract ends.
Cadet Roni wins Wishing Well by 6 3/4 lengths at Santa Anita
Song hangs on to beat Spieth by a stroke at Singapore Open
Song Younghan of South Korea tees off on the 9th hole during the final round of the SMBC Singapore Open golf tournament at Sentosa Golf Club's Serapong Course on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Singapore. (AP Photo/Wong Maye-E)
Broncos, Panthers arrive in Bay Area for Super Bowl
The plane carrying the Denver Broncos arrives at Mineta San Jose International Airport for the NFL Super Bowl football game Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in San Jose, Calif. The Broncos play the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2015, in Super Bowl 50. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Michigan State makes 17 3-pointers in 96-62 win over Rutgers
Rutgers' Corey Sanders, left, goes up for a layup against Michigan State's Matt McQuaid (20) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Michaelis scores 20, No. 22 Missouri handles Ole Miss 60-46
Scott leads Colorado to 70-62 win over California
Colorado guard Josh Fortune, right, passes the ball as California guard Jordan Mathews defends in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Boulder, Colo., Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
After 31 years, Super Bowl returns to Bay Area for ‘worldwide’ 50th edition
Stanford Stadium during Super Bowl XIX between the San Francisco 49ers and Miami Dolphins in Stanford, Calif., on Jan. 20, 1985.
Report: Nigeria reinstates general implicated in mass murder
Plum leads No. 25 Washington women past Cal 75-65
Wizards coach Wittman to miss 2 games after brother's death
Washington Wizards coach Randy Wittman watches during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets, Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016, in Washington. The Nuggets won 117-113. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Enforcer John Scott scores 2 goals in All-Star Game
John Scott (28) listens to the cheers as he gets ready to compete in the hardest shot competition at the NHL hockey All-Star game skills competition Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016, in Nashville, Tenn. Scott was elected as captain of the Pacific Division while with the Arizona Coyotes. He was traded to the Montreal Canadiens and he is now with the Canadiens' AHL affiliate in Newfoundland. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Naval officer Margaret Brooke was hailed as a hero after wartime attack
Margaret Brooke is the only nursing sister to have been named a Member of the Order of the British Empire during the Second World War for her heroic acts following the sinking of the SS Caribou on Oct. 13, 1942.
Ottawa law professor on how the Ghomeshi trial could play out
Constance Backhouse, a professor in the faculty of law at the University of Ottawa and the holder of the university’s research chair on sexual assault legislation in Canada, on the campus of Dalhousie University in Halifax, June 29, 2015.
Attorney: Corrections officer fired during deadly brawl
Denver Police Chief Robert White, front, talks while Stephanie O'Malley, manager of safety, looks on about a shooting and stabbing incident at a motorcycle expo during a news conference Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016, in Denver. Police say that multiple people were injured in the incident, which took place at The Colorado Motorcycle Expo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Northern Iowa knocks off Southern Illinois 67-58
Connecticut rolls past Central Florida 67-41
Boykins, McCree lead Louisiana Tech over UTEP 78-70
Fields sparks No. 15 UCLA women past Utah 69-63
Wayne Taylor Racing gets another oh-so-close finish in Rolex
Max Angelelli, of Italy, brings the Corvette DP out of a turn during the IMSA 24-hour auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Ryan Armour wins Web.com Tour opener in Panama
NFL using videos on tablets at Pro Bowl
PSG, Madrid, Bayern Munich and Napoli all win in Europe
Chelsea's captain John Terry acknowledges the fans as he celebrates after the final whistle of the English FA Cup fourth round soccer match between Milton Keynes Dons and Chelsea at Stadium mk in Milton Keynes, England, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. Chelsea won 5-1. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Birnbaum's 90th-minute header puts US men past Iceland, 3-2
United States forward Ethan Finlay and Iceland midfielder Gudmundur Thorarinsson battle for the ball in the first half of a men's international friendly soccer game in Carson, Calif., Sunday, Jan., 31, 2016. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)
Former B.C. premier Bill Bennett's accomplishments celebrated at memorial
British Columbia Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon speaks during a memorial service celebrating the life of former premier Bill Bennett in Kelowna, B.C., on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. Bill Bennett died Dec. 3 after suffering from Alzheimer's disease for several years. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Kelowna Daily Courier - Chris Stanford
Junior miner takes B.C. to court over land transfer
In earlier negotiations with China Minerals, the province rejected the company’s two suggestions for a resolution.
Chelsea draws Man City in FA Cup fifth round, Man United to play Shrewsbury
Chelsea’s John Terry applauds the fans after a 5-1 win over Milton Keynes Dons in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Jan. 31. Chelsea will play host to Manchester City in the round of 16.
Clippers blow out Bulls 120-93 for 4th straight victory
Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler, right, shoots as Los Angeles Clippers forward Wesley Johnson defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Powers leads No. 18 Michigan St. women over Wisconsin 77-54
Jonas nets 2, Benfica wins to keep pressure on Sporting
The simplest way to select bargain stocks
Shares of Transcontinental, a Montreal-based printing firm, advanced over the past year despite the bear market. Yet the stock changes hands at only six times earnings and pays a 3.8-per-cent dividend yield.
Flores set path as 1st Hispanic coach to win Super Bowl
How James Forcillo’s conviction could be the start of something better
Const. James Forcillo leaves court in Toronto on Monday, Jan. 25, 2016.
Banks reach $154.3 million settlement on "dark pool" fraud
FILE - A July 29, 2015 file photo shows the sign on a branch of Barclays Bank in London. The Securities and Exchange Commission said Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, that two major global banks, Barclays and Credit Suisse, will pay a combined $154.3 million to settle state and federal investigations that they misled clients about the safety of trading on their "dark pool" financial exchanges. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File)
Criminal tweets – and non-criminal tweets
Canada's Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of the Environment Michelle Rempel speaks during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa February 4, 2013. REUTERS/Chris Wattie (CANADA - Tags: POLITICS)
Photos of the Day for Jan. 31
Fight over Net neutrality heats up
Rdio’s Live Radio feature within the Rdio app. Critics say Videotron’s Unlimited Music program, which allows users with premium packages to stream music from a select number of providers without draining their mobile data, gives undue preference to their service.
Greece, creditors start new round of bailout talks Monday
Russian market swings are making hedge fund manager money
Price swings in the Russian market, now the most volatile in the world, have been a curse for many a foreign investors.
Ortiz brothers rule Aqueduct, win both $100,000 stakes
Trudeau keeps digging himself deeper into a resources hole
Gwyn Morgan
Men in Alberta bearing brunt of economic downturn
Nearly 16,000 men in the western province have been laid off from September of 2014 through the end of last year. Meanwhile, 22,800 women have found new positions over the same period, according to Statistics Canada.
Ron Rivera, Panthers have Hispanic support in Super Bowl 50
Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera, right, talks with Thomas Davis, left, during NFL football practice, Friday, Jan. 29, 2016, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
No. 13 Mississippi State women beat Arkansas 65-55
No. 3 Iowa cruises past Northwestern 85-71
Editorial Cartoons for February, 2016
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