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US disputes Jordan's claim that Americans caused shooting
Image of Asia: South Koreans take college entrance exams
People pray during a special service to wish for their family members' success in the college entrance exams at the Jogye temple in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016. More than 600,000 high school seniors and graduates across the country take the national college entrance exam on Thursday. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)
US man given life sentence for drug smuggling in Indonesia
Tunisian autocracy's abuses bared by truth commission
In this photo dated Monday, Nov. 14, 2016, the president of the Truth and Dignity Commission, Sihem Ben Sedrine, addresses the media during a press conference held in Tunis, Tunisia. Tunisians who faced abuses under decades of authoritarian rule are publicly airing their grievances to a special commission seeking to reconcile lingering tensions after a democratic revolution. (AP Photo/Ali Mhadhbi)
In a polycentric world, Russia wants to collaborate
Sergey Lavrov
In the wake of Trump's victory, tech entrepreneurs must examine their role in disrupting the job market
Andrew D’Souza is co-founder and CEO of Clearbanc, which provides financial services for freelancers and independent contractors
Hooked on basketball, Mano Watsa’s love for the game propels his business
Mano Watsa, owner and president of PGC Basketball. The firm teaches skills and strategy to high-school and university players under the age of 30, and recently branched to launch out a PGA skills academy for elementary school players.
If you thought globalization was bad, just wait for deglobalization
Konrad Yakabuski
Malaria drug’s effect on troops should be examined: Somalia inquiry head
Somalia Inquiry Chairman Gilles Letourneau at a news conference January 13, 1997 dealing with the government decree to cut short its hearings into Canada's ill-fated mission in Somalia.
Anticipating a market rout? Five ways to protect yourself
Despite scorching share prices in many sectors, investors are still showing their thirst for safe and stable yield.
Detained Canadian says China tortured her into giving bribery confession
You Ziqi of Richmond, B.C says Chinese authorities forced her to give false testimony against a former judge.
Generation Snowflake? Not the millennials I know
Philosophy professor Mark Kingwell
Canada will be caught in crossfire of Trump vs. international court
Michael Byers
Thai website shutdowns soar after king's death
A blocked website shows a notice from Thailand's Ministry of Digital Economy and Society with the message, "This website contains content and information that is deemed inappropriate. It has been censored by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society" on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016, in Bangkok, Thailand. Thailand’s government dramatically increased internet censorship of insults to the royal family after the death of the nation’s king last month. It shut down more than 1,300 websites in October _ more than it had in the previous five years. The government has also appealed to Facebook, Google and other online and social media platforms for help eliminating content it deems offensive. (AP Photo)
9 Trump Supreme Court prospects at conservative legal parley
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas comments on a spoon and fork he found on the podium while he addresses the Federalist Society's National Lawyers Convention dinner at National Harbor, in Oxon Hill, MD, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016. The convention is dedicated to the legacy of Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia who died Feb 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)
Opposition to private investment in infrastructure stupid, irresponsible: Liberal MP
Liberal MP Adam Vaughan asks a question during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa on Monday, June 8, 2015. One of the architects of the Liberals' proposed infrastructure bank says opposition to the idea is short-sighted, stupid and irresponsible. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Canadian warship helps New Zealanders cope with earthquake aftermath
Veterans Affairs whistleblower resigns, citing retaliation
San Francisco teachers union offers Trump lesson plan
19-year-old PC elected to Ontario legislature; Liberals hold Ottawa-Vanier
Progressive Conservative candidate Sam Oosterhoff, for Niagara-West Glanbrook, arrives to cast his vote in the byelection in Vineland, Ontario, Thursday, November 17, 2016. Oosterhoff, the 19-year-old PC candidate in Niagara who hopes to become the youngest ever member of the Ontario legislature, says people are angry about their hydro bills and industrial wind turbines installed in the riding. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Lynett
Trudeau looks to gain foothold in Argentina as doors open to foreign investors
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau depart Ottawa for Cuba on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016. Trudeau today makes his first foray into South America as prime minister, landing in Argentina for a two-day stopover in a country that is rapidly opening up its foreign investment rules. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Citizens in wealthy Montreal borough hold referendum on religious accommodation
City Councillor Mindy Pollack is seen in Outremont Wednesday, November 16, 2016 in Montreal. Citizens will vote in a referendum on whether to overturn a bylaw banning places of worship on Bernard Avenue, a busy and colourful street in the borough of Outremont. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
Five stories in the news Thursday, Nov. 17
Lack of comparable opioid overdose stats across Canada hinders response: experts
A look at how up to date provinces keep their opioid overdose numbers
Beyond the shopping mall and holiday party: New ways to meet Santa
Top grades for naming reindeer: Calgary Santa school trains St. Nicks
Santa Clauses Bob Slocombe, left, Dan Dickison, centre, and Jeff Badyk listen to instructors at Santa School in Calgary, Alta., Friday, Oct. 21, 2016.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Trump lauds Electoral College as Clinton wins popular vote
Hillary Clinton waves to the audience after addressing Children's Defense Fund's Beat the Odds celebration at the Newseum in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)
Justice Thomas: Honor Scalia by reining in government
FILE - In this March 13, 2006, file photo, Allison Eid is sworn in as chief justice of the Colorado Supreme Court in Denver. Two Supreme Court justices and nine judges on President-elect Donald Trump’s list of potential high court picks are among more than 1,000 people expected at a gathering of conservative lawyers that has suddenly turned into an impromptu job fair for spots in the new administration. The Federalist Society’s national lawyers’ convention begins Nov. 17 in Washington as a tribute to the late Justice Antonin Scalia, an early supporter of the group and a hero to many of its 40,000 members. (AP Photo/Linda McConnell, Pool)
Clashes in Greek capital as 17,000 mark 1973 uprising
Under the watchful eye of Greek police officers in riot gear, foreground,demonstrators march in central Athens, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016. Several thousand people march to the U.S. Embassy in Athens under tight police security to commemorate a 1973 student uprising that was crushed by Greece's military junta, that ruled the country from 1967-74. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
Despite Dems grumbling, leader Pelosi is a survivor
FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2016, file photo, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of Calif. pauses during an election day news conference at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Headquarters in Washington. Pelosi is a survivor, who enjoys enormous respect and goodwill among most Democrats, even as many of her closest allies have left Congress. She has managed to maintain unity within the diverse flock of House Democrats and is an unparalleled fundraiser for them, collecting more than $100 million in the past cycle alone. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
Taiwanese protest for, against same-sex marriage bill
FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015, file photo, revelers participate in a gay pride parade in Taipei, Taiwan. On Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016, Thousands of Taiwanese have protested outside the legislature for and against a bill that could make it the first place in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. Organizers estimated that Thursday's protests attracted more than 20,000 people who carried placards, flew flags and chanted slogans as lawmakers deliberated the bill inside. (AP Photo/Chiang Ying-ying, File)
AP source: Trump offers Flynn national security adviser job
Kellyanne Conway, campaign manager for President-elect Donald Trump, speaks to media at Trump Tower, Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016, in New York. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Convicted killer who gave up on his case executed in Georgia
FILE - In this undated photo made available by the Georgia Department of Corrections, shows Steven Frederick Spears. Spears is scheduled to be executed on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016. He has refused efforts to spare his life. Spears was convicted of murder in the August 2001 death of Sherri Holland at her home in Dahlonega, GA. (Georgia Department of Corrections via AP)
Philippines' Duterte mulls leaving international court
FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2016, file photo, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte delivers a speech at the Philippine Economic Forum in Tokyo. Duterte, who has lashed out at U.S. President Barack Obama for criticizing his deadly crackdown on drugs, said his ties with the United States are likely to improve under Donald Trump, but that he is also excited to meet Russian leader Vladimir Putin at an upcoming Asia-Pacific summit. Duterte made upbeat remarks about both the president-elect and Putin at a news conference late Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016 in Manila. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File)
Obama, nudging Trump, says he must 'stand up' to Russia
Surgeon general report: 'Addiction is not a character flaw'
FILE - In this Feb. 4, 2014, photo, then U.S. Surgeon General appointee Dr. Vivek Murthy appears on Capitol Hill in Washington. A new report by surgeon general Dr. Vivek Murthy calls for a major cultural shift in the way Americans view drug and alcohol addiction. The report, "Facing Addiction in America," details the toll addiction takes on the nation and explains how brain science offers hope for recovery. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak, File)
Storm brings snowfall to Cascade Range
End Dodd-Frank? Unlikely, but consumer agency in crosshairs
FILE - In this Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2016 file photo, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Grand Rapids, Mich. Trump pledged in his campaign to throw out what he called stifling regulations, including the financial rules that Congress built to prevent another crisis. As the Trump transition team asserts itself, an all-out repeal of the 2010 Dodd-Frank law that strengthened regulators’ oversight seems improbable. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Australian euthanasia law loses by single parliament vote
IS attacks in Mosul as poor visibility slows Iraqi advance
Iraqi special forces advance towards Islamic State militant-held territory in Mosul, Iraq, Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016. Troops have established a foothold in the city's east from where they are driving northward into the Tahrir neighborhood. The families in Tahrir are leaving their homes to flee the fighting. (AP Photo/Felipe Dana)
Next milestone for Alaska's young pot industry: paying taxes
Sri Lanka blast victims demand compensation from government
Sri Lankans residing in Salawa where their properties were damaged in an explosion in an army camp last July protest in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016. Hundreds of residents from Salawa area have protested to demand the government speed up paying compensation to those whose houses were damaged by an explosion in an army camp five months ago. Placards in Sinhalese reads, "President ! is begging the only option left for us?" (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena)
Brexit may figure into flat European car sales in October
WHL Roundup: Sam Steel helps Pats keep rolling in 4-2 victory over Oil Kings
Wednesday's Games
Thai fish with national flag colours sold for more than $1.5K
AP Analysis: How well will Antarctic marine reserve work?
Michael Frolik stars in overtime as Calgary Flames top Arizona Coyotes 2-1
Calgary Flames' Michael Frolik, from the Czech Republic, celebrates his game-winning overtime goal against the Arizona Coyotes during an NHL hockey game in Calgary, Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Ancient Ten Commandments tablet sold at auction for $850,000
It's no decoy: 'Duck Dynasty' to wrap after 11 seasons
FILE - This May 15, 2013 file photo shows Phil Robertson, the family patriarch the Robertsons of the television series, "Duck Dynasty," posing for a photograph at his home in western Ouachita Parish in Monroe, La. The "Duck Dynasty" family says its A&E series will end after this season. The announcement topped the Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016, debut episode of the show's 11th season. (Margaret Croft/The News-Star via AP, File)
ASIRT clears RCMP officer who struck and kicked suspect during arrest
Colson Whitehead, Rep. John Lewis win National Book Awards
FILE - In this Sept. 19, 2016 file photo, Rep. John Lewis, D-Ga., reacts after being presented with the Liberty Medal for his dedication to civil rights during a ceremony in Philadelphia. Colson Whitehead's "The Underground Railroad" has won the National Book Award for fiction presented Wednesday night, Nov. 16, 2016, during a dinner ceremony at Cipriani Wall Street in Manhattan. Lewis, who collaborated on a trilogy of graphic novels titled "March" about his civil rights activism, was among the winners of the young people's literature prize. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
China doubles down on internet control after tough new law
City Council wants ex-officer retried in fatal Ohio shooting
Ray Tensing arrives at court on the fourth day of jury deliberations in his murder trial, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016, in Cincinnati. Judge Megan Shanahan has declared a mistrial, after the jury said it was deadlocked in the case. Tensing, the former University of Cincinnati police officer is charged with murdering Sam DuBose while on duty during a routine traffic stop on July 19, 2015. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Maine boy accused of killing parents could be tried as adult
Sanders to Trump: Rescind Bannon appointment, keep promises
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., speaks to reporters on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016, after Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. is elected minority leader for the upcoming 115th Congress. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Torture haunts Mexico despite laws meant to eliminate it
Malaysian group to hold anti-Najib rally despite ban
In this Oct. 15, 2016 photo, pro-democracy activists wave "Bersih 5" flags in Sekinchan, Malaysia. Malaysian pro-democracy activists have vowed to go ahead with a massive rally on Saturday, Nov. 19 to demand Prime Minister Najib Razak's resignation over a financial scandal despite a police ban and fears of clashes with a pro-government group. Chairwoman Maria Chin of Bersih says Saturday's rally in downtown Kuala Lumpur will protest poor governance and a lack of accountability that have led to "grand corruption" in the 1MDB fund. (AP Photo/Lim Huey Teng)
Car booster seats for kids are getting better, study says
America's shift to SUVs is on display at L.A. Auto Show
A 2017 Mazda CX-5 is displayed during the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Nov. 17: Your daily horoscope
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Meet Mr. Vintage: How William Banks-Blaney became the man who dresses Britain’s most fashionable women
William Banks-Blaney dove into the world of vintage-clothing retail in 2009 when he hosted a pop-up shop for 30 friends.
Highland fling: 5 ways to fit tartan into your holiday style
A tartan dress peeks out from beneath a checked overcoat on Christopher Kane’s resort runway.
Cask strength: Sherry is finally getting its due from whiskey makers
Picture perfect: Why you should gift your loved one with a society portrait
Rembrandt’s Portrait of a Lady with a Lap Dog stands out in the AGO’s collection.
Book it: It’s okay to indulge in over-the-top coffee-table tomes
Shattering tradition: Why Christmas ornaments ain’t what they used to be
Mountie ornament, $29.99 at Flatiron’s Christmas Market (416-365-1506).
University of Calgary says it will restrict but not ban use of BitTorrent
Canadian warship helps New Zealanders cope with earthquake aftermath
Manager: Songwriter Leonard Cohen died in sleep after fall
FILE - In this April 17, 2009, file photo, Leonard Cohen performs during the first day of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in Indio, Calif. Singer-songwriter Cohen died in his sleep after falling down in the middle of the night at his Los Angeles home, according to the statement released Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016, by Cohen's manager Robert B. Kory. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)
Raptors fall short against Warriors
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) looks to shoot past Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) during second half NBA basketball action in Toronto on Wednesday, November 16, 2016.
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