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August 9

Canada’s Santo Condorelli to swim for Olympic medal in 100-metre freestyle
Canada's Santo Condorelli of Kenora, Ont., reacts to his race in the men's 100-metre freestyle semifinal during the 2016 Olympic Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016.
Drones being used to find and stamp out noxious weeds in Alberta county
Pop stars, diplomacy victims of cooling China-Korea ties
RCMP allege central Alberta man crashed into train while evading police
After sevens bronze, Rugby Canada hopes to capitalize on its 15 minutes of fame
Team Canada celebrates their bronze medal win over Great Britain in Rio on Monday.
Tampa takes advantage of Jays’ defensive lapses to even series
Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Corey Dickerson slides home safely past Toronto Blue Jays catcher Russell Martin (55) as home plate umpire David Rackley, left, makes the call during fourth inning AL baseball action in Toronto on Tuesday.
Sydney Pickrem finishes sixth in women's 200m individual medley
Sydney Pickrem of Canada competes in heat three of the Women's 400m Individual Medley on Day 1 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Olympic Aquatics Stadium on on August 6, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Father whose son drowned says seaweed a lurking hazard for swimmers
Deputy charged with murder asks if witnesses were hypnotized
US wildlife refuge standoff defendant scuffles with deputies
Michael Jordan pledges $5 million to African-American museum
Estrada struggles in short outing; says adjustment required for six-man rotation
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marco Estrada (25) looks down as he works against the Tampa Bay Rays during fifth inning AL baseball action in Toronto on Tuesday, August 9, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
'American Crime Story' writers focusing on Hurricane Katrina
FILE - In this March 30, 2016 file photo, executive producers Brad Simpson, left, and Nina Jacobson attend FX Networks upfront premiere of "The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story" in New York. The writing team behind season two is hard at work on scripts for the next installment of the FX anthology series, which focuses on Hurricane Katrina.(Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
If the IOC won’t, the athletes will: Why some athletes are accusing others of doping
Gold medalist Lilly King of the United States celebrates as silver medalist Yulia Efimova of Russia looks on during the medal ceremony for the Women's 100m Breaststroke Final at the Olympic Aquatics Stadium on August 8, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro.
Burnaby community group appeals to province over zoning amendment
Condos in Burnaby are seen in the distance behind houses in Vancouver in this file photo.
Green water, experienced duo: Another bronze for Canada’s women in the pool
Canadian divers Meaghan Benfeito, left, and Roseline Filion pose after winning bronze in the women’s 10-metre synchronized event in Rio on Tuesday.
The Latest: Gunfire erupts at Ferguson protest
FILE - In this Aug. 21, 2014 file photo, Nikki Jones, of Spanish Lake, Mo, holds a button in support of Michael Brown while visiting the community in the apartment development near where he was fatally shot in Ferguson, Mo. Brown's death "opened the eyes of the world" to concerns about law enforcement's treatment of black people, Brown's father said Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016, during a memorial service marking the two-year anniversary of the shooting. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP, File)
Medical marijuana growers push for cannabis oil coverage for veterans
Philippe Lucas, executive director of the Canadian Medical Cannabis Council and head of patient services at Nanaimo-based grower Tilray, recently launched an e-petition asking Veterans Affairs to begin covering cannabis oil extracts.
Lockdown put into effect for Manitoba prison, inmates confined to cells
After 18 years, alligator gets new home at LA Zoo
Argentine judge seeks to revive probe against Fernandez
Manitoba reserve cleaning up after tornado destroys one home, damages others
Olympics ordered to allow peaceful protests in venues
Security takes a placard from a demonstrator protesting interim President of Brazil Michel Temer in grandstand during soccer match between Canada and Germany.
Amnesty International calls for halt to Site C, dam threatens indigenous rights
GOP national security experts join growing party revolt against Trump
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump addresses the audience during a campaign event at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, N.C., on Tuesday. Former Republican officials have voiced strong opposition to Mr. Trump’s nomination in a letter released to the public on Monday.
One of rugby's 2009 Olympic bid team amazed to play in Rio
Kenya's Humphrey Kayange, back, tackles New Zealand's Rieko Ioane, during the men's rugby sevens match at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe)
Kelly: Phelps’s final act makes for a parting gift to us all
The United States’ Michael Phelps competes in the second semi-final of the men’s 200m butterfly in Rio de Janeiro on Monday.
Suit filed against Ferguson on behalf of 4 protesters
NBC wins weekly ratings despite lagging Olympics viewership
Say what? Quotes from the Rio Olympics on Tuesday
Saskatchewan government to cut disability payments due to resource revenue drop
The Latest: Lawmaker considers deadline for $1B parks plan
B.C. conflict commissioner clears Christy Clark on second complaint
British Columbia Premier Christy Clark is seen in this July, 2016 file photo.
Te-ball? Tim Tebow will try to play professional baseball
FILE - In this Aug. 6, 2014, file photo, Tim Tebow ponders a question during an interview on the set of ESPN's new SEC Network in Charlotte, N.C. With professional football not working out, Tebow is going to give baseball a try. The 2007 Heisman Trophy winner and former NFL first-round draft pick plans to hold a workout for Major League Baseball teams this month. Tebow last played organized baseball in high school. ESPN first reported the news. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)
Toronto police bust three more illegal marijuana dispensaries
Toronto police say in total they seized about 9.78 kilograms of marijuana and $15,841 in cash at the three locations.
Defence: Move girl's throat-slitting case to juvenile court
Running scared: 2 slayings reinforce female runners' fears
State Police search the woods for evidence after a woman visiting her mother was found slain, Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016 in Princeton, Mass. Police found the body of Vanessa Marcotte on Sunday night about a half-mile from her mother's home in Princeton, Worcester District Attorney Joseph Early Jr. said. She was visiting from New York City and was reported missing Sunday after she didn't return home. (David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via AP)
Police: Train car derails in Iowa, hits bar called DeRailed
A freight train car that derailed in Charles City, in northern Iowa, derailed into and damaged a trackside tavern called DeRailed early Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016. Charles City Police Chief Hugh Anderson says the accident occurred around 4 a.m. Tuesday as crews moved rail cars and changed connections. No one was injured. (Kate Hayden/Charles City Press via AP)
The Latest: 'Pillowcase rapist' returned to mental hospital
Hookup Games: Tinder usage up among athletes at Rio Olympics
FILE - In this July 23, 2016 file photo, a representation of the Olympic rings are displayed in the Olympic Village in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Athletes increasingly are using apps like Tinder as they look to have fun and escape the pressures of competition inside the Olympic Village. (AP Photo/Leo Correa, File)
IOC strips Ukrainian javelin thrower of 2012 silver medal
Dodgers "disappointed" by video of Puig partying in minors
FILE - In this March 29, 2016, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers' Yasiel Puig laughs with teammates prior to a spring training baseball game against the San Diego Padres, in Peoria, Ariz. Puig has found the party in the Pacific Coast League. Days after a demotion to the minors, the unpredictable Dodgers outfielder posted videos to his Snapchat account Monday night, Aug. 8, 2016, of him partying with his new Triple-A teammates. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Nate Ebner adds Olympic appearance to bucket list
United States's Nate Ebner, scores a try during the men's rugby sevens match against Brazil at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe)
Photos of the Day for Aug. 9
Vadim Anokhin of Russia in action against Maxime Brinck-Croteau of Canada during the Men's Epee Individual on Day 4 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Canada's Filion, Benfeito take bronze in synchro 10-m in final event together
B.C. conflict commissioner clears premier on second complaint from New Democrat
Trial of Alberta man accused of killing his wife and her daughter hear 911 call
‘All stars aligned’ in missing Vancouver Island woman’s rescue
A dirt biker and a dog handler are being credited with finding Irene Paquet, a 67-year-old woman from Vancouver Island who vanished for six nights before being discovered alive off an old logging road.
Jets' Fitzpatrick will consider Larry David's shave plea
New York Jets quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick talks to reporters during NFL football training camp, Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Florham Park, N.J. What's the deal with the beard?Larry David, the creator of "Seinfeld" and "Curb Your Enthusiasm," is a big New York Jets fan. He's not too fond of quarterback Fitzpatrick's facial hair, though. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Julio Cortez
CNSC review dismissing nuclear-safety concerns called a ‘sham’
Two nuclear scientists argue the internal review, conducted by a CNSC employee, is biased and downplays the importance of probabilistic safety assessments.
Calgary police charge man with threatening Crown prosecutor, probation officer
Australian online census shut down by cyberattacks
The web page of the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows that it is unavailable, in Sydney, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016. An official said Wednesday Australia's first attempt to conduct a census online was in disarray after several cyberattacks on the website. (AP Photo/Rick Rycroft)
The Latest: Vermont governor race to pit Minter versus Scott
As Uber circles, a Montreal entrepeneur bets on taxis
Alexandre Taillefer, senior partner at XPND Capital and Taxelco founder with Dominique Roy, the CEO of Taxi Diamond.
Ukulele player gets legal break to perform with Matisyahu
This August 2016 photo provided by the Maui Police Department shows Clint Alima. Alima, an ukulele player in a coffee shop on the island of Maui in Hawaii, who unwittingly sang a duet with reggae artist Matisyahu, will be performing with the singer in Hollywood. But making the opportunity happen required help from Maui's top prosecutor and public defenders. (Maui Police Department via AP)
The Latest: Nadal, US pair of Johnson, Sock in doubles semis
Araxi’s Roasted Beets with Chickpea Caponata & Nasturtium Pesto
Roasted Beets with Chickpea Caponata & Nasturtium Pesto.
Los Angeles says it offers 'risk-free' bid for 2024 Olympics
The Mayor of the City of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti stands with International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach during a photo opportunity as they arrive for the President's dinner at the Windsor convention center, ahead of the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, late Thursday, Aug. 4, 2016. The Games opening ceremony is Friday. (Pascal Le Segretain/Pool Photo via AP)
Penny Lang: Montreal folk singer had a cult following
In spite of her talent, Penny Lang never achieved widespread fame and recognition for her work.
How actress-turned-lifestyle guru Jessica Alba created a billion-dollar brand
IN GOOD COMPANY Jessica Alba (right) partnered with Christopher Gavigan (left), author of Healthy Child, Healthy World: Creating a Greener, Cleaner, Safer Home, to launch her household, baby and beauty line, The Honest Company. Both appeared in Toronto in June to celebrate the line’s expansion into over 700 Canadian stores.
Former NHL star Ray Whitney ready to caddie for Canadian Graham DeLaet in Rio
Massive fiery highway crash in Montreal claims the life of one person
Firefighters stand next to a fuel tanker that burst into flames on autoroute 40 during rush hour after colliding with at least two other vehicles Tuesday, August 9, 2016 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
Chart: Age of eligibility for pensions by country
Drama on the dock: the life and times of the cottage crasher
SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND The indulgences of endless summer days, and the intrigue they often bring, are chronicled in films like A Bigger Splash.
Cineplex’s media division makes magic behind the scenes
Cineplex CEO Ellis Jacob and his team have created a separate division, Cineplex Media, from scratch
Behind the Lotus Evora, speed above all else
Peter Cheney
Turkey’s anti-coup continues, and Turkish democracy is taking the hit
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan attends a news conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin (not seen) following their meeting in St. Petersburg, Russia, August 9, 2016. REUTERS/Sergei Karpukhin
Hearing on Johnny Depp domestic violence allegations delayed
FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2011 file photo, U.S. actors Johnny Depp, left, and Amber Heard arrive for the European premiere of their film, "The Rum Diary," in London. A Los Angeles judge on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016, ordered a delay in a restraining order hearing that will address Heard's allegations that Depp physically abused her during a fight in May. The hearing, which could result in Depp being ordered to stay away from his estranged wife for several years, will now begin on Aug. 17, 2016. (AP Photo/Joel Ryan, File)
Billionaire landowner the Duke of Westminster dies at 64
FILE - In this file photo dated Thursday May 22, 2008, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, second right, with the Duke of Westminster, right, and Rod Holmes, third right, to watch a musical performance in Liverpool, England. The Duke of Westminster Gerald Cavendish Grosvenor, a friend of Britain's royal family and one of Britain's wealthiest landowners has died aged 64, his family said Tuesday Aug. 10, 2016. (AP Photo/Paul Thomas, FILE)
Jury deliberates at investment banker's inside trading trial
California utility guilty of obstructing investigators
BioEffect EGF Serum: From the liquor cabinet to your face, barley is the star of this anti-aging serum
BioEffect EGF Serum, $220 at Holt Renfrew (www.holtrenfrew.com).
Head of University of California campus resigns after probe
FILE - In this Dec. 14, 2011 file photo, University of California, Davis Chancellor Linda Katehi tells lawmakers that she never ordered campus police to use force or pepper spray on students, while testifying at a legislative hearing at the Capitol in Sacramento, Calif. The University of California announced that the embattled chancellor of UC Davis has resigned effective Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016. University of California Chancellor Janet Napolitano said in a statement that the investigation found numerous instances where Katehi was not candid with her office, exercised poor judgment and violated university policies. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File)
Q&A: 'Cupping' practitioner explains why some athletes embracing ancient therapy
United States' Michael Phelps after placing second in a semifinal of the men's 200-meter butterfly during the swimming competitions at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Monday, Aug. 8, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Temporary water line flowing to North Battleford after Husky oil spill
Wife, kids of Calgary imam detained in Turkey returning to Canada
Couple indicted for leaving son alone to play Pokemon Go
Girl Power: Female athletes leading the way for Canadian Olympic team in Rio
Attorney sues Oklahoma governor over $140 million surplus
The Food 53: Those who are considering the way forward for food
Widow won't testify in Atlanta-area daycare killing retrial
Skydiving instructor killed over weekend identified
Teen boy accused of killing 3-year-old brother in Arizona
Townes Van Zandt to join Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
Facebook shuts out ad blockers, but offers users more control
Facebook Inc. employees walk past a wall of images during the company's F8 Developers Conference in San Francisco, California, April 30, 2014.
Man beaten with crowbar in New Jersey for wearing Trump shirt: police
Supporters for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump cheer for him during a campaign event in Wilmington, N.C., on Aug. 9.
The Tuesday news briefing: An at-a-glance survey of some top stories
Canada's Meaghan Benfeito (left) and Roseline Filion celebrate on the podium after their bronze medal win in women's synchronized 10-meter platform diving at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016 THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
Man with rifle calls crisis line, then gets fatally shot
Ethiopia's new hope for the 10,000 is feisty and outspoken
Valeant, Endo and Monster Worldwide surge; Gap slackens
These 16 REITs show high dividend forecasts and positive momentum
Canadian REIT is widely regarded as one the country’s best-managed real estate investment trusts.
Japan upset New Zealand, Williams out in rocky rugby return
Japan's players celebrate after winning the men's rugby sevens match against New Zealand at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe)
Suncor paying $50-million for stake in proposed North Sea project
Suncor has spent 2016 bulking up on assets in its main operating areas as its rivals deal with the collapse in oil prices and its impact on debt levels. It has assets in the North Sea currently.
Environment minister urges confidence in process after NEB revelations
Oil markets love the myth of OPEC
The idea of OPEC meetings brings irrational optimism to crude markets but the reality always disappoints.
Cops: Driver trying to swap seats causes crash that hurt 10
Suncor Energy buys 30 per cent stake in proposed North Sea oilfield
Legal group issues private emails Clinton did not turn over
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks to medical professionals after taking a tour of Borinquen Health Care Center, in Miami, Fla., Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016, to see how they are combatting Zika. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Trump makes eyebrow-raising crack about armed citizens stopping Hillary Clinton
A&W Canada gets sales boost from chain’s focus on food quality
For its 2015 financial year, A&W Canada reported same-store sales growth of nearly 8 per cent.
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