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March 28

Gibson stands tall as Ducks edge Oilers to keep pressure on Kings
Anaheim Ducks goalie John Gibson (36) makes the save on Edmonton Oilers' Nail Yakupov (10) as Hampus Lindholm (47) defends during first period NHL action in Edmonton, Alta., on Monday March 28, 2016.
Giroux’s overtime goal lifts Flyers over Jets
Claude Giroux #28 of the Philadelphia Flyers celebrates his game winning goal at 4:46 of overtime against Ondrej Pavelec #31 of the Winnipeg Jets at the Wells Fargo Center on March 28, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Flyers defeated the Jets 3-2 in overtime.
Thirty years after Chernobyl
Hedman and Bishop lift Lightning over Maple Leafs
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (77) is congratulated by defenseman Andrej Sustr (62) and center Steven Stamkos (91) after scoring against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Amalie Arena.
Westbrook and Durant help Thunder down Raptors
The Raptors’ Cory Joseph, right, is blocked by Oklahoma City the Thunder’s Kevin Durant during first half NBA action in Toronto on Monday, March 28, 2016.
Sick days costing Ontario school boards $1-billion a year, report says
An Oakville high school teacher speaks to her students in this May 25, 2011 file photo. In 2012, the Liberals cut teachers’ annual sick days and removed their ability to bank unused days.
Heritage advocates decry potential demolition of Vancouver mansion
A Vancouver mansion built in 1922 is at the centre of a debate about the demolishing of heritage homes.
Pricey meetings with premier helping fuel B.C. Liberal fundraising machine
At a recent dinner hosted by Simon Fraser University chancellor Anne Giardini, 10 guests paid $10,000 each to mingle with B.C. Premier Christy Clark.
Lining up to pay respects to Rob Ford
UBC faculty awaiting results of contentious non-confidence motion
A student walks past the chemistry building on the University of British Columbia campus.
Solitary confinement reform hindered by gaps in prison statistics
Holes in provincial and territorial prison data have thwarted efforts to create a snapshot of long-term solitary confinement.
Veterans' advocate Bruyea defends master's thesis on soldier transition
Sean Bruyea, a former Air Force intelligence officer who returned from the Gulf War with post-traumatic stress disorder, earned top marks for defending his master’s thesis on transitionion soldiers to civilian life.
Vancouver’s skyline to rise amid an office-tower building boom
A huge shift in business tenancy is expected in Vancouver as the region experiences an office-tower building boom much of which is speculative construction rather than for specific committed tenants.
Prison watchdog encouraged by Ottawa's aboriginal pledge
Correctional Investigator of Canada Howard Sapers holds a news conference at the National Press Theatre in Ottawa on October 8, 2014. The country's prison watchdog wants the new Liberal government to act on outstanding recommendations from his office, including a call to create a deputy commissioner of aboriginal corrections.
Latest violent assault sends shock waves through UBC
An emergency call box is seen at the University of British Columbia. The RCMP reported that on Friday night, a man jumped a 20-year-old female student from behind, shaking her violently, striking her on the side of the head and ‘forcing the woman to the ground face first,’ before she fought him off and he fled.
Trump protests change dynamic of Republican nomination battle
A demonstrator (left) against Republican U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump tries to separate protesters (rear) and Trump supporters screaming at each other as Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Fountain Hills, Arizona March 19, 2016.
Conservative revival in Manitoba should come as no surprise
John Ibbitson
Health care initiative aims to ease wait times for Syrian refugees
New refugees from Syria, Sarkis Khoshafian and Sevan Khoshafian along with their sons Berj and Hagop Khoshafian receive settlement advice from Armenian Family Support Services workers Diana Zeynalvand and Rita Odjaghian at the Holy Trinity Armenian Church in Toronto on March 20, 2016.
Former prime minister Paul Martin touts re-engagement with Africa
Former prime minister Paul Martin says a slow global economy, particularly in China and Europe, presents an opportunity for Canada to re-engage with Africa after a decade of distant relations with the continent under the former Conservative government.
Figure skater Alaine Chartrand on an ‘unorthodox’ road to championship
Canadian figure skater Alaine Chartrand sits in her room inside a motorhome, where she sleeps, eats and travels between training sessions with her father John.
Japan’s recently-launched space telescope Hitomi goes awry
Japan’s space agency says communication has failed with the newly launched satellite Hitomi.
B.C. tests remote undersea glider to prevent whale-ship collisions
A Humpback whales feeds of off Gil Island, in Northern B.C. October 2, 2010. A remote undersea glider equipped with acoustic sensors is patrolling deep water canyons off the west coast of Vancouver Island in a bid to set up a traffic-alert system to prevent large ships from crashing into whales.
Hockey’s much-criticized plus/minus rating still used by players, coaches
Boston Bruins defenceman Torey Krug watches a goal by Anaheim Ducks left wing Jamie McGinn during a game on March 18, 2016. Krug says he hates the plus/minus rating, calling it ‘misleading.’
Clarke MacArthur and Dion Phaneuf to miss rest of season
Ottawa Senators' Dion Phaneuf shoots against the Colorado Avalanche during an NHL game in Ottawa, Canada, Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016.
Canadiens ‘still trying to win’ despite playoff elimination
Montreal Canadiens head coach Michel Therrien during a game against the New York Rangers at Bell Centre.
‘World treasure’ Wild Pacific Trail ranked top outdoor attraction in B.C.
Vancouver Island’s Wild Pacific Trail is an eight-kilometre nature trail near Ucluelet, B.C., about 300 kilometres northwest of Victoria.
Volcano erupts in southwest Alaska, sending ash 20,000 feet into the air
In this Sunday, March 27, 2016, photo, Pavlof Volcano, one of Alaska’s most active volcanoes, erupts, sending a plume of volcanic ash into the air.
Toronto hospital responds to criticism over redesigned logo
The omission of a cross from the new logo of St. Joseph’s Health Centre drew criticism from some who felt the hospital was moving away from its Catholic heritage.
My eureka moment: This leading indicator is driving market volatility
Tattoo artist turns trauma survivors’ scars into empowering masterpieces
Vancouver tattoo artist Auberon Wolf designs tattoos around cut lines from self-injury, burn welts and traces of physical violence, painting them into symbols of empowerment.
Ten lower-volatility stocks with attractive dividend growth rates
Right now most Canadians would be happy to see the economy growing in the 2 per cent to 3 per cent range.
This power company’s flatlining stock has considerable upside potential
Canada’s trade deal with China has opportunity, but experts urge caution
Chinese and Canadian flags
Where did Bay Street’s fun go?
Anbang’s Starwood offer emblematic of pressing Chinese need to diversify
Palm trees stand in front of the Marina Del Rey Marriott hotel in Marina Del Rey, California, U.S., on Monday, March 21, 2016.
Canadian sledge hockey team hoping to end season by defeating U.S. rivals
Canada's Kevin Rempel, middle, and Billy Bridges fight for the puck with Nikko Landeros of the U.S. during the semi-final sledge hockey game at the 2014 Sochi Winter Paralympic Games. The Canadians will play the United States this week at the inaugural Pan Pacific Championships in Buffalo, N.Y.
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Bull market ‘wounded’ after wild first quarter
The New York Stock Exchange at 11 Wall St. The S&P 500 benchmark for U.S. stocks has been hitting record highs, while the S&P/TSX Composite has risen this year despite the problems in the oil patch.
Image: Newspaper ad for Vancouver heritage home set for demolition
Contra Guys: This metals company has proven solid in a challenging situation
Aluminum is a classic boom and bust commodity and currently the situation remains very challenging.
Blackhawks looking to be first Stanley Cup repeaters in post-cap era
Jonathan Toews of the Chicago Blackhawks celebrates by hoisting the Stanley Cup after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning to win the 2015 NHL Stanley Cup Final on June 15, 2015.
Canada's trade with China
Guide on how Muzzo sentencing will likely play out
Marco Muzzo, right, arrives with family at the court house for his sentencing hearing in Newmarket, Ont., on Tuesday, February 23, 2016. Muzzo, 29, pleaded guilty earlier this month to four counts of impaired driving causing death and two of impaired driving causing bodily harm.
Airports in India
Companies get around talent shortage with 'work from anywhere' policies
Garth Gutenberg, a Peru-based software engineer for Hamilton, Ont.-based Weever apps, tours Machu Picchu.
Costs to export from Britain to EU for small manufacturers, now vs. Brexit
Should Canada kill the Saudis arms deal?
Saudi Arabia's national flag is seen at the Khoba frontline border with Yemen January 27, 2010. REUTERS/Fahad Shadeed (SAUDI ARABIA - Tags: POLITICS MILITARY)
Mercedes-Benz Canada president Gareth Joyce resigns
Mr. Joyce, who took over as president and chief executive officer of the Canadian unit of the auto maker on Jan. 1, has left Mercedes-Benz entirely to take a job with another company in Atlanta, where his family is based.
Arctic sea ice at record winter low: monitoring agency
This 2014 photo provided by NOAA shows Arctic ice coverage.
Asbestos: It’s (finally) time for Ottawa to shut the industry down
Glen Godden at his home in Langley January 19, 2016. Glen now in his 80â™s was exposed to asbestosis as a young man, when he used to open 50 lb bags of asbestos, mix it with water and trowel it on boilers as insulation. (John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail)
Alberta MP Jim Hillyer died of heart attack, constituency office says
Conservative MP Jim Hillyer speaks in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Dec. 7, 2011.
Budget spurs Canadian consumer confidence, according to poll
Canada's Finance Minister Bill Morneau speaks to a reporter after delivering the budget on Parliament Hill in Ottawa March 22, 2016.
Maine asks Obama to rebuff EU’s lobster ban
In this June 20, 2014 file photo, lobsters are processed at the Sea Hag Seafood plant in Tenants Harbor, Maine.
Canadian man detained in Acapulco on child sex abuse charges
Bookstores are dead? Indigo's steady results make its stock worth a second look
A girl carries her dolls at the American Girl boutique in the Indigo store at Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto. Last quarter, 39.5 per cent of Indigo’s revenue was generated by general merchandise such as gifts, electronics and toys.
Entrepreneurial skills I wish I had learned in high school
Brian Scudamore
Energy firms Encana and Repsol SA buy back bonds amid oil slump
Energy producers are taking advantage of a window to repurchase securities trading below par.
Business groups urge New Brunswick to lift fracking moratorium
A hydraulic fracturing, known as fracking, operation in the greater Fort St. John area in northeastern British Columbia is shown in this undated handout photo. In late 2014, New Brunswick’s government imposed a moratorium on fracking to allow for time to address public concerns.
Photos of the Day for March 28
Vancouver developer reloads an old war factory
The former Cemco Electrical Manufacturing building in Vancouver will be transformed into a 54,000-square-foot office and restaurant space, as shown in this architect rendering. The renamed Lightworks Building is expected to attract a main tenant from a creative profession.
How a 4,000-km family road trip refuelled my commitment to owning Tesla shares
On a budget-conscious trip to Hilton Head Island in South Carolina, Chris Umiastowski and family drove a Tesla electric car and charged up using Tesla Motors’ proprietary network of ‘Supercharger’ stations located in hotel and shopping centre parking lots along major highways.
Extreme weather leads to most potholes in years and big business for some
Motorists steer past a pothole on a Montreal street on March 24, 2005. The mayor is asking citizens whether to pave or not to pave city potholes.
The close: TSX rebounds despite energy, materials drag
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) March 28.
Chuvalo, Ali photographer recalls legendary bout 50 years ago
World heavyweight champion Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) gets set to throw a left to the head of Canadian champion George Chuvalo in their title fight at Maple Leaf Gardens last night. March 29, 1966.
VarageSale’s restructuring continues as CEO demotes himself
Gender still a silent factor in classical conducting
Maestra Tania Miller is finishing up her 13th year as music director of the Victoria Symphony, which is currently touring to celebrate its 75th anniversary.
B.C. man facing Colorado sexual assault charges released from custody
Inside the nerve centre of ABC thriller Quantico
Quantico, starring Priyanka Chopra and Tate Ellington, is a suspenseful, fast-paced saga filled with action, intrigue and hanky panky among its sprawling ensemble.
Leslie Beck: How to give your fridge a good spring cleaning
Taking stock of what’s in your fridge, then prepping and storing your groceries will help you make healthy food choices.
Gunman shot by police, detained after pulling weapon at U.S. Capitol
A Secret Service Uniformed Division Officer holds his weapon by a guard booth by the West Wing of the White House in Washington on March 28.
Death toll reaches 70 in Pakistan's Easter bombing
Pakistani Christians mourn as they attend a funeral for a blast victim of the suicide bombing in Lahore, Pakistan.
Public Editor: Breakfast meetings with senator OK under Globe code of conduct
Senator Colin Kenny listens to a question during a news conference on the release of a report from the Senate Committee on National Defence and Security at a news conference in Ottawa October 5, 2006.
Here's what would happen if Warhol and Twiggy opened a hotel in Paris
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‘I almost fell over’: Alberta couple expecting identical quadruplet girls
Tim and Bethani Webb are expecting identical quadruplet girls.
We should have shown more compassion for Rob Ford – while he was alive
Bull market in S&P 500 goes AWOL as history rewards patience
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) March 16.
Jamie Oliver explains how to make big, fluffy Yorkshire puddings
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Jamie Oliver on the best ingredients for a (sort of) healthy dessert
Jamie Oliver
Music is a perfect way to break the ice when you're travelling
Children with their new harmonicas in Caucus, Georgia.
Recipe: Stilton and sprouting broccoli frittata
Stilton & sprouting broccoli frittata by Jamie Oliver.
Hedge fund invasion of U.S. Treasuries puts bond traders at risk
This April 22, 2010, file photo, shows a Wall Street sign in front of the New York Stock Exchange.
End-game approaching for Uber ‘operating outside the law’ in Toronto
An Uber representative advertises free cab rides as part of a promotion to launch the Uber Hop service on Dec. 15, 2015. (File)
Gordon Pape: This high-yield portfolio has jumped 10% in six months
Poulin named Canada’s captain for women’s hockey championship
Team Canada's Marie-Philip Poulin with her gold medal blows a kiss tot eh crowd after their win over Team USA in the gold medal women's hockey final February 20, 2014 at the Sochi Winter Olympics.
Former Brier champion Vic Peters succumbs to cancer at age 60
Manitoba skip Vic Peters (left) and Alberta skip Kevin Martin chat between ends at the morning draw of the Labatt Brier in Calgary, March 11, 1997.
Syrian troops recapture ancient city of Palmyra
A general view shows the remains of the entrance to the iconic Temple of Bel that was destroyed by Islamic State (IS) group jihadists in September 2015 in the ancient city of Palmyra, after government troops recaptured the UNESCO world heritage site from the IS group.
Five writing retreats around the globe to kick-start your creative juices​
Run by author and Cambridge University Press editor Sue Booth-Forbes, the Anam Cara retreat in Ireland offers a place of warmth and solitude for aspiring writers and experienced authors alike.
Nik Nanos: The lessons federal Conservatives must learn
Pollster Nik Nanos.
Three top stock picks from Avenue Investment’s Paul Harris
Paul Harris.
Years after my mom’s death, a ribbon reminds me of the gift she left behind
Wally Crouter, Canada’s longest-serving radio man, dies at 92
Wally Crouter in November 1996
Eight politics stories you might have missed over the Easter weekend
Minister of Finance Bill Morneau takes part in an interview at Finace Headquaters in Ottawa on Thursday, March 24, 2016.
Fidel Castro critiques Obama in wake of U.S. President’s Cuba visit
U.S. President Barack Obama and Cuban President Raul Castro at a state dinner in Havana on March 21, 2016.
Drowning the cause of Manitoba boy Chase Martens’s death, autopsy finds
Two-year-old Chase Martens is shown in this image provided by the RCMP.
Aaron Sanchez gave the Blue Jays no choice in filling out starting rotation
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Aaron Sanchez will start the season in the team’s starting rotation, manager John Gibbons said Monday.
AuRico Metals announces departure of chief financial officer
Toronto-based mining company AuRico Metals says the resignation of Robert Chausse will take effect March 31.
Trump ready to visit Wisconsin, but Cruz has head start
Republican Presidential candidate U.S. Senator Ted Cruz making a stop at the Armory restaurant in downtown Janesville, Wis. Donald Trump is planning Tuesday to make his first campaign visit to Wisconsin, where the upcoming Republican presidential primary could mark a turning point in the unpredictable GOP race. But rival Cruz has gotten a jumpstart on the contest, racking up influential endorsements, campaigning in key regions and supported by bullish advertising campaign.
Monday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades
Top Links: 9 market tips from the best investor alive
Billionaire investor George Soros of Soros Fund Management at the World Economic Forum in Davos, January 26, 2013, file photo.
Japanese girl, confined for two years, escapes when captor forgets to lock door
Police officers carry a sheet-covered computer from the apartment of abduction suspect Kabu Terauchi in Tokyo Monday, March 28, 2016. Japanese police captured the 23-year-old man in an abduction case after a teenage girl escaped and ran for freedom a day earlier after being held captive in his apartment for nearly two years.
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