Skip to main content
Main2016

March 25

Harden’s triple-double leads Rockets over Raptors 112-109
Houston Rockets forward Michael Beasley (8) shoots the ball past Toronto Raptors forward Luis Scola (4) in the second quarter at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas on March 25, 2016.
Blues beat Canucks 4-0, clinch playoff spot
St. Louis Blues' Kyle Brodziak, right, scores past Vancouver Canucks goalie Jacob Markstrom, left and defenseman Ben Hutton (27) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Friday, March 25, 2016, in St. Louis.
Franco hits eighth spring home run for Phillies in 4-4 tie with Jays
Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz looks on as Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki (left) hits a double to left during the first inning of a spring training baseball game at Bright House Field in Clearwater, Florida on March 25, 2016.
Jury still out on media’s role in Ghomeshi case
Jian Ghomeshi makes his way through a mob of media with his lawyer Marie Henein at a Toronto court in November, 2014.
Court not arbiter of truth, Lucy DeCoutere’s lawyer says
Gillian Hnatiw, the lawyer for "Trailer Park Boys" actress Lucy DeCoutere reads a statement outside court in Toronto on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016.
Gender equality in tennis needs to come from rewiring the game itself
Serena Williams celebrates after defeating Christina McHale at the Miami Open on Thursday. Williams won 6-3, 5-7, 6-2.
Brussels tragedy strikes at the heart of an already fragile European Union
A refugee holds a placard reading "Sorry Belgium" during a protest demanding the opening of the Greek-Macedonian border on March 23, 2016. (Alexandros Avramidis/Reuters)
Musings about the randomness of tragedy in the wake of Brussels
Marsha Lederman
A look at the MLB’s movements and shakeups as opening day approaches
Coming off two straight last-place finishes, the Red Sox plucked David Price from the Blue Jays with hopes of preventing a third.
My relationship with Rob Ford? It’s complicated
Robyn Doolittle
New Orleans faces backlash to planned removal of Confederate monuments
In this Dec. 10, 2015 file photo, an unidentified participant holds a sign during a rally lead by the Take 'Em Down Coalition, as confederate heritage supporters bear confederate flags nearby at City Hall in New Orleans. Backlash has stalled work to remove four Confederate monuments in New Orleans.
George Massey Tunnel project’s road to ‘Yes’ likely to be a bumpy ride
Finance Minister Bill Morneau takes his talking points on whirlwind tour
Minister of Finance Bill Morneau takes part in an interview at Finace Headquaters in Ottawa on Thursday, March 24, 2016.
France’s flair for attacking on fine display in win over Netherlands
Netherlands midfielder Jordy Clasie, left, vies for the ball with France's midfielder Blaise Matuidi during a friendly football match at the Amsterdam Arena on Friday.
Try some live music with your meal as Calgary restaurants gear up for Junos
Bartender Clarice Gordon mixes a Kentucky Cream Soda at the Raw Bar at Hotel Arts in Calgary, Alta., Thursday, March 24, 2016.
Canadian skip Chelsea Carey says fun will be key to team’s success
Canada skip Chelsea Carey, centre, takes a shot as teammates Jocelyn Peterman, left to right, Amy Nixon and Laine Peters look on during a practice session at the women’s world curling championship in Swift Current, Sask., on Friday.
RCMP plans to make case for more officers and funding
The RCMP has pulled officers off organized crime files to meet staffing forecurity duties, such as at Vancouver International Airport.
What Albertans got – and did not get – in federal budget
Minister of Finance Bill Morneau, right, is accompanied by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as he makes his way to deliver the federal budget in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday, March 22, 2016.
Win or lose, Rafael Nadal happy to bask in Miami Open’s glow
Rafael Nadal, seen with Fernando Verdasco at the Miami Open on Thursday, enters the tournament for the 11th time Saturday, when he plays his opening match against Damir Dzumhur.
Don’t be smug, Canada is not insulated from the Donald Trump effect
Donald Trump howls the fears of white, working-class voters raging against the elites who ignore or belittle them. Could it happen in Canada?
Eddie the Eagle bio-pic marks comeback for Michael Edwards
Eddie ‘the Eagle’ Edwards is shown in competition in 1988 in Lake Placid, N.Y.
Amici Miei in the West End is genius in its simplicity
Marcella Gentile and Manrico Serpente, owners of Amici Miei serve up a fairly good rendition of Neapolitan pizza.
Photos of the Week for March 20 to March 25
Two Canadian rowers race for their part of history on the Thames
The Oxford men’s crew trains on the River Thames Friday. Both men’s and women’s crews will race against Cambridge in their annual Boat Race on Sunday.
Dion questions appointment of Canadian law professor as UN human rights adviser
Minister of Foreign Affairs Stephane Dion speaks during question period at Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Thursday, March 24, 2016.
Alex Rodriguez wins back the hearts of New York Yankees fans
New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez hits a broken-bat single to right field during the third inning of a spring training baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday.
From railroads to pipelines, the Constitution still prevails
A TransCanada Keystone Pipeline pump station operates outside Steele City, Nebraska, in this file photo taken March 10, 2014.
Christian unity is resurrected in rural Nova Scotia town
Baptist pastor Bill Martin gives a sermon at the Anglican church in Pugwash, N.S.
As Toronto awaits billions in transit money, TTC sees softening ridership
Toronto transit officials have gone from concerns about overcrowding to fears about drops in ridership.
Leafs rookie Zach Hyman a privileged kid who plays a ‘blue-collar game’
Little was expected of Zach Hyman when he was called up to the Leafs from the Marlies in late February, but he has since made his mark.
Shipping industry navigating ‘one of the worst times in its history’
The St. Lawrence Seaway officially opened for the 2016 season on Monday.
Poet Douglas Gordon Jones helped art of translation flourish in Canada
D. G. Jones worked as a poet, translator, essayist, editor and professor.
Companies adding a personal touch to online shopping
The Harry Rosen men’s wear chain is making use of its sales staff to go online and help shoppers who visit its website.
Five questions with Bruce Cameron on the Calgary-Greenway by-election
Prab Gill, right, celebrates his by-election win in the Calgary-Greenway riding on Tuesday.
Canadian retail sales
Liberals' progressive-minded budget delivers more bad news for Mulcair
Adam Radwanski
The Globe’s stars and dogs for the week
Bullish on Campbell Soup, after a correction
Technical analysis shows Campbell Soup Co. is set to rise after a minor pullback
CEO and CFO buying at Silver Standard Resources
Precious metals miner Silver Standard Resources recovers 4 per cent after setting 52-week low in January.
'Disgrace insurance' safeguards brands against celebrity ambassador mishaps
Celebrity scandals, such as Tiger Woods’s extramarital affairs, can damage a brand and result in a loss of sales.
Canadian app Kik looking to be more than just a messenger
Collection of popular social networking and video logo signs printed on paper: Google Plus, Pinterest, Flickr, Askfm, Kik and Hangouts
Lowe’s vs. Home Depot: Which is better for investors?
Next week, Rona’s shareholders are set to approve its acquisition by U.S. giant Lowe’s.
Rob Ford inspired first-timers to cast votes in Toronto’s municipal elections
Toronto mayor Rob Ford is greeted by hundreds of enthusiastic fans at FordFest held in Thomson Memorial park in Scarborough, July 25, 2014.
Still puzzled by return of capital? Your questions answered
The shadow of a new era of indefinite deficits has fallen over Canada
Minister of Finance Bill Morneau, right, is accompanied by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as he makes his way to deliver the federal budget in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday, March 22, 2016.
This couple in their 30s have so much promise, but so much debt
With a new house, and children on the horizon, Tom and Laura have many competing demands on their paycheques.
Celebrated editor Ellen Seligman dies
Nissan executive sees ‘connected car’ as auto makers' response to Uber
Investors, beware the shifting world of online trading fees
Rob Carrick
Even the best Gardiner East proposal is a lose-lose-lose proposition
Alex Bozikovic
Bowling tournament helps support people with developmental disabilities
Striking for Reena, an annual bowling tournament, has raised nearly $400,000 in total.
The real lessons of Rob Ford and Donald Trump
Rob Ford arrives for the opening of the pedestrian tunnel at the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport last summer. Mr. Ford died of cancer this week.
New world of health coverage opening up for small and micro-businesses
Small businesses are adding benefits to attract and retain employees.
The environmental case for using Uber
An Uber sign points to drop off and pick up location on a city street in Portland, Oregon March 19, 2016.
Rob Ford was an ‘excellent coach’ who forged a connection with his team
Former mayor Rob Ford spent much of his life, efforts and money coaching and mentoring high school football teams.
See the chef, the room and the food at Indian Street Food Co.
The black pepper prawn and arui tuk dishes are seen at Indian Street Food restaurant.
OMS pode estar levando Brasil pelo caminho errado na crise de Zika
Brazilian health workers have been spraying for Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, but some health experts wonder if another mosquito specie should also be examined as a possible vector for the Zika virus.
Alberta conservatives revive debate over uniting the right
LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA - March 24, 2016: Delbert Beazer, is the head of the Cardston-Taber-Warner PC constituency association. His constituency executive is in favour of merger with Wildrose and they're prepared to support Wildrose in the next election in Alberta. (Photo by Chris Bolin For The Globe and Mail )
Indian Street Food Co.: The man behind Amaya looks to recapture the magic
The thali dish with beef ribs, butter chicken, okra and bhartha is seen at Indian Street Food restaurant.
Inside Vancouver’s Amici Miei Italian restaurant
Chef and owner Manrico Serpente plates his Maltagliate Amici Miei dish with crushed pistachios at Amici Miei restaurant on Denman Street in Vancouver, B.C., on Wednesday March 23, 2016. DARRYL DYCK FOR THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Oak Bay, B.C., heritage houses finding new life in American community
Houses from Oak Bay, B.C., are shipped by barge to San Juan Island, Wash.
U.S. GDP growth
Youth camp opens the eyes of First Nations youth in B.C. community
Lucy Kirkwood’s acclaimed Chimerica explores the power of a photograph
From transit to garbage: Rob Ford’s civic legacy
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford pumps his fist after a motion dealing with traffic control at a Toronto intersection was defeated on March 20 2014.
Where does Ford Nation go from here?
Rob Ford coaches the Don Bosco Eagles on Nov. 15, 2012. His team won that day, defeating the Northern Red Knights 31-0.
Debate rages on over Dominic Gagnon and consent in the age of YouTube
Dominic Gagnon cobbled together YouTube videos for his Of the North film, which drew protests that it stereotyped Inuit.
Two songs you need to hear: Sean Michaels’s playlist of the week
A Tribe Called Quest – Check The Rhime
The Crackwalker: A drama that doesn’t skirt away from tough realities
The Crackwalker, starring Claire Armstrong, Stephen Joffe, Greg Gale, and Yolanda Bonnell, runs until April 10 at the Factory Theatre.
Musician Charlotte Cornfield writes lullabies for the scorned
John Doyle: Grantchester is very good – the sleuth, the sermons, the mystery
John Doyle
The glory and grot of outdoor festivals, through Sarah Anne Johnson's lens
Sarah Anne Johnson Glitter Bomb, 2013 chromogenic print with glitter 48 x 90 in.
Rob Ford’s family posts tribute video set to Puff Daddy song
Ford family releases tribute of Rob Ford
The heat is starting to rise in Quebec’s National Assembly
Quebec Second Opposition Leader Francois Legault questions Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard, right, on party financing, during question period Thursday, March 24, 2016 at the legislature in Quebec City.
Nick Bantock on the end of Griffin and Sabine's epic correspondence
Nick Bantock, a British author and artist living in Canada and best known for his series of Griffin and Sabine books, is photographed in his studio with some of his paintings in Victoria, B.C., on March 16.
Review: Micah White’s The End of Protest is brimming with messianic confidence, yet fails to deliver
Because nothing in the book establishes Micah White’s authority as an especially original thinker, canny strategist, or wizened mystic, the unassailable assurance he has in his own voice is borderline distressing.
Will Ghomeshi verdict have a chill effect on future sex assault cases?
Former Canadian radio host Jian Ghomeshi arrives court with his attorney Marie Henein (L), in Toronto, March 24, 2016.
Review: New YA books from Alwyn Hamilton, Jeff Zentner and others
Review: Reiner Stach’s Is That Kafka? Is an engaging portrait of the writer
Undated file photo of author Franz Kafka. If not the definitive account of Kafka’s life, Reiner Stach’s three-volume biography is certainly, at almost 2,000 pages, the most comprehensive.
Remembering Garry Shandling: A comic icon for misfits
Garry Shandling died unexpectedly Thursday.
Saying goodbye to the house that Gretzky built
Championship banners hang above Recall Place in Edmonton Alberta, March 23, 2016. Home of the Edmonton Oilers, Rexall Place, is in it's last season as the Oilers move to a new arena.
Review: Helen Oyeyemi’s What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours and Rick Bass’s For A Little While offer a study in contrasts
For a Little While: New and Selected Stories by Rick Bass, Little, Brown, 471 pages, $34
Real justice would give sexual assault victims a real voice and real choice
Jian Ghomeshi leaves court in Toronto on Thursday, March 24, 2016.
The Hotline Always Blings Twice: Drake avoids skewering in Second City’s sizzling revue
Jays bandwagoners Kirsten Rasmussen and Kevin Whalen have a run-in with diehard Kyle Dooley.
Henein tore into Ghomeshi accusers' credibility – and was right to do so
Ms. Henein knew the trial would light a media firestorm. But friends say that even she was taken aback by the daily mobs outside the courthouse, the running trial by Twitter, the torrent of abuse in social media.
Corin Raymond hits the road: ‘I need to stand up and look you in the eye and sing it to you and mean it’
Singer-songwriter Corin Raymond is touring with his new album Hobo Jungle Fever Dreams.
Review: Debut fiction from Janet Ellis, Kaitlyn Greenidge and Shirley Barrett
The Butcher’s Hook by Janet Ellis, Anansi International, 349 pages, $22.95.
Buying used: Find me a car for $10,000 – but no 'boring' Toyotas or Hondas
2010 Kia Soul
Katie Roiphe: ‘I wanted to understand how one manages the panic of death’
Photo illustration by The Globe and Mail
Christians celebrate Easter week with unique traditions
TOPSHOT - Penitents parade with crosses during a Holy Week procession in the northern Spanish Basque village of Segura on March 24, 2016. Christian believers around the world mark the Holy Week of Easter in celebration of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. / AFP PHOTO / GARI GARAIALDEGARI GARAIALDE/AFP/Getty Images
The four coolest cars debuting at the New York auto show
Mazda unveils the Mazda MX-5 RF Tuesday, March 22, 2016, in New York.
In photos: The most exciting new convertibles of the year on display in New York
Audi R8 Spyder No one could miss this exotic showstopper. This bright-yellow 2017 Audi R8 Spyder is beauty and brawn rolled into one. Its powered by a 5.2-litre V-10 engine that delivers a whopping 540 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. It'll launch this beast from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds. Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive also means you could drive it in the winter - not that I'd recommend it.
Manitoba-bound falcon rescued after Texas hail storm
A peregrine falcon is seen in this file photo.
Ghomeshi trial wasn’t a judgment on sexual assault laws
Carissima Mathen
Kerry defends Belgium’s counterterrorism efforts against critics
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry shakes hands with Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel after delivering a joint statement at the Belgian Prime Minister's Residence in Brussels, Belgium, Friday, March 25, 2016.
Copperfield home’s no-nonsense pricing scores a quick sale
Done Deal, 184 Copperpond Rd., S.E., Calgary, Alta.
Condo developers boost ‘sharing’ features to draw young buyers
Fall for East Village Harvest Festival, East Village, Calgary, one of the many community-building events in Calgary's emerging East Village neighbourhood. Darryl Delamont
How director of John Lennon black comedy won the war on ‘puffed-up bravery’
Freezing rain causes blackouts in Ontario, warnings in Quebec and the Maritimes
Pedestrians walk past a ice-laden birch tree in this file photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
Prev
123
Next