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Taylor Hall scores winner, Devils beat Canucks 2-1 in overtime
New Jersey Devils forward Taylor Hall (9) scores against Vancouver Canucks goaltender Jacob Markstrom (25) during overtime at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on Jan. 15, 2017. The New Jersey Devils won 2-1 in overtime.
WHL Roundup: Connor Hobbs and league-leading Pats down Raiders 5-1
Asian markets lower amid Brexit worries
FILE - This Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016, file photo shows the New York Stock Exchange at sunset, in lower Manhattan. U.S. stock indexes moved higher in early trading Friday, Jan. 13, 2017 as investors pored over earnings reports from several big lenders. Banks and other financial companies were up the most. Utilities were the biggest laggard. Energy stocks also fell as crude oil prices headed lower. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
Kevin Starr, California's premier historian, dies at 76
FILE - In this March 29, 2004, file photo, California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, right, and state Librarian Kevin Starr, smile after unveiling the design chosen for the California Quarter during ceremonies in Sacramento, Calif. Starr, California's former librarian and one of the state's premier historians, died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017. He was 76 (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File)
Taylor Hall scores winner, Devils beat Canucks 2-1 in overtime
The New Jersey Devils celebrate left wing Taylor Hall's game winning goal over the Vancouver Canucks with his teammates in overtime during NHL action in Vancouver, B.C. Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
Ontario firefighters’ battle over volunteer work heads to union trial
Many Ontario communities rely on part-timers to fight blazes, but union rules forbid firefighters from working part-time for other fire departments that are also part of their union.
Bob Rennie to step down as B.C. Liberals' head fundraiser
“I’ve left the party in really good shape,” Mr. Rennie said.
Rare public hearing highlights concerns over explosion of high-priced specialty drugs in Canada
In Canada in 2015, there were 45 new drugs in the $20,000-$49,999 segment and 20 launched in the over $50,000 category.
Richmond ponders bylaw to restrict house size on farmland
A mansion stands under construction on Agricultural Land Reserve property in Richmond, B.C.
Stark inequality: Oxfam says 8 men as rich as half the world
Workers unload bricks at a brick-making factory in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, Friday, Jan. 13, 2017. As bricks continue to be used in construction throughout Myanmar, traditional craftsmen who produce hand-made bricks are facing competition from machine-made bricks which are produced more efficiently. (AP Photo/Aung Shine Oo)
Alberta’s PC candidates reject Jason Kenney’s plan to merge with Wildrose
Alberta Conservative MP Jason Kenney speaks to media as he begins the Unite Alberta Truck Tour in Edmonton Alta, on Monday, August 1, 2016.
Tiny-house movement gets big push forward in Vancouver campaign
Samantha Gambling sits in her in-construction 220-square-foot tiny house – 10 by 22 feet – in Vancouver on Sunday.
Trump's nearing presidency leaves a world of uncertainty
Workers are seen at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Friday, one week before Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated.
St. Louis Cardinals eye playoffs with new addition Fowler, returning Lynn
Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak wants to avoid any notion that the Cubs winning the World Series is the driving force behind St. Louis’s push to improve after missing the postseason for the first time since 2010.
Poodle reunited with owners after crash in eastern Montana
Crosby’s field goal seals Packers’ 34-31 win over Cowboys
Mason Crosby of the Green Bay Packers kicks the game-winning field goal against the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Divisional playoff game on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 in Arlington, Tex.
Hacking likely in Canadian politics, former spy chief Richard Fadden says
Richard Fadden, seen in March, 2016, who directed CSIS for the five years ending in 2013, believes that it is probable that foreign countries have influenced Canadian political campaigns through cyberattacks.
Half Mary? Clutch Rodgers leads Packers past Cowboys 34-31
Vancouver Whitecaps’ Kekuta Manneh looks to have breakthrough MLS season
Vancouver Whitecaps forward Kekuta Manneh, top, has been commuting to work from the United States in order to build up the residency needed to qualify for American citizenship.
As inauguration looms, Trump has lots to prove
The U.S. Capitol is seen during a rehearsal for the inauguration ceremony of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.
Manchester prospects dry up as City, United languish behind league’s top four
French midfielder Paul Pogba of Manchester United, left, vies with Liverpool midfielder Roberto Firmino as Reds’ manager Jose Mourinho looks on during the team’s match at Old Trafford on Sunday.
QMJHL Roundup: Smith scores OT winner as Foreurs edge Cataractes 3-2
Two richest Canadians own more than bottom 30% of population, report finds
Canada’s Marielle Thompson and Brady Leman take gold and silver at ski cross World Cup
Marielle Thompson of Canada smiles after wining the freestyle ski cross World Cup in Idre, Sweden, Sunday Feb. 14, 2016. Thompson won gold in women's ski cross at the World Cup on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017.
Canadians Vathje and Rahneva win skeleton gold, bronze at Winterberg World Cup
From left: Second placed Jacqueline Loelling from Germany, winner Elisabeth Vathje from Canada and third placed Mirela Rahneva from Canada celebrate after the first Women's Singles run during the Skeleton World Cup in Winterberg, Germany, Sunday Jan. 15, 2017.
Why both the left and right are wrong about Davos
Don Tapscott
Quebec City’s Plains of Abraham will host cross-country skiing World Cup final
Natalia Matveeva and Yulia Belorukova of the team Russi 1 ski on their way to win the women's team sprint competition of the FIS Cross Country Skiing World Cup in Dobbiaco (Toblach), Italy, Sunday Jan. 15, 2017.
Note to Conservatives: There is no future in Donald Trump Lite
John Ibbitson
Alberta PC leader candidate Jason Kenney challenged on all sides by unity plan
Rex Tillerson’s dealings in Africa criticized as 'questionable'
A statement from Global Witness said Rex Tillerson’s transactions in several African nations “have contributed to entrenching poverty, fuelling instability and violating human rights.”
Alex Harvey and Lenny Valjas win cross-country skiing team sprint gold
Alex Harvey, right, and Len Valjas, center, ski on their way to win the men's team sprint competition of the FIS Cross Country Skiing World Cup in Dobbiaco (Toblach), Italy, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017.
Ontario universities pressed to show value, demand for graduate degrees
Some of Ontario’s universities may have to reconsider their plans to expand master’s and PhD programs as the province tries to encourage the sector to focus on training students who graduate with skills that are in demand.
Two richest Canadians have as much wealth as poorest 30 per cent: Report says
Loblaw Companies Limited Executive Chairman Galen Weston Jr., right, poses with and his father Galen Weston Sr., at the company's annual general meeting in Toronto on Wednesday, May 5, 2010. The two richest Canadians have the same amount of wealth as the poorest 30 per cent of the country combined, according to a new report from a group of international aid organizations. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Forecast predicts sharp plunge in UK merger activity
Obama speaks on Israel, Trump in last White House interview
President Barack Obama listens as Vice President Joe Biden speaks during a ceremony in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, where Obama presented him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. An unusually young ex-president, Barack Obama has a busy life awaiting him after he leaves the White House. There's a library to build, money to raise, causes to fight for and a book to write. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Federer returns with a win, joins Murray in 2nd round
Germany's Angelique Kerber, left, listens to her coach Barbara Rittner during a practice session ahead of the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung )
B.C. Liberals’ upbeat economic story leaves the north behind
When speaking to the north, Finance Minister Mike de Jong’s standard lines about good economic times did not fly.
The Battle of Alberta: Both Calgary and Edmonton have redemption stories
Calgary Flames' goalie Brian Elliott (1) makes a save against the Edmonton Oilers during second period NHL action in Edmonton, Alta., on Saturday January 14, 2017.
Oilers recall defenceman Jordan Oesterle from AHL Bakersfield
Eve Belisle wins Quebec women's curling title, earns berth in nationals
Patrick Chan looks to regain confidence at National Skating Championships
Patrick Chan of Canada competes in the Men Short Program during ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final in Marseille, southern France, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016.
Toronto Raptors cruise past Knicks in dominant home performance
Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) shoots over New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) and centre Joakim Noah (13) in the second half at Air Canada Centre in Toronto Jan. 15, 2017.
Trump: Brexit 'a great thing,' EU to continue to break apart
Parti Quebecois leader would adopt a "Buy Quebecois Act" if elected in 2018
Ellen Watters was a rising star in Canadian cycling
Ellen Watters had many accomplishments in the world of cycling, and was expected to by some to participate in the 2020 Olympics.
Three stocks that score high in ‘margin of safety’ strategy
The concept was a way of helping investors overcome their individual biases and avoid major mistakes.
Sales of high-cost drugs in Canada, 2005-2015
In the digital age, Canadians should be profiting from our best stories
Various groups – representing Canadian actors, directors and producers – want Ottawa to tax foreign-based streaming services, like Netflix, to help pay for more Canadian content.
Manitoba Moose storm past Chicago Wolves 4-1 with four straight goals
Women face heavier burden of criminalizing HIV non-disclosure, advocates say
In this file photo, a student makes an AIDS red ribbon during a World AIDS Day event in Beijing, December 1, 2010.
OHL Roundup: Senyshyn leads Greyhounds to 3-2 overtime win against Knights
Gordon Pape: A railway stock that’s steaming ahead
Norfolk Southern has been one of the principal drivers of recent growth for the Dow Jones Railroads index.
Turkey parliament moves country toward presidential system
Dominant third quarter lifts Toronto Raptors to 116-101 win over Knicks
Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) grabs a rebound as New York Knicks forward Lance Thomas (42) and center Joakim Noah (13) look on during first half NBA basketball action in Toronto on Sunday, January 15, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
How technology entrepreneur Andrew D’Souza invests his own money
Andrew D’Souza, Co-Founder & CEO Clearbanc, is photographed in a common lounge space in his downtown Toronto condo on Jan 5 2017.
This full-time investor is guided by market cycles
Full-time investor Alan Longbon watches for which global markets are ready for an upswing.
How Home Hardware is renovating its business strategy
Home Hardware CEO Terry Davis is shaking things up for his chain by updating store design and focusing on e-commerce.
Why Canadians can’t stop borrowing: Stagnating incomes
Running up debts becomes a big problem for those who suddenly see their incomes take a hit.
A U.S. federal sales tax would sure beat Trump's ‘border tax adjustments’
President-elect Trump’s tweets regarding a “border tax adjustment” bring to light the complex interplay of policy instruments and their sometimes unintended consequences.
How the discovery of stem cells revolutionized medicine
Toronto stem cell researchers Dr. Ernest McCulloch (right) and Dr. James Till are shown in this handout photo. McCulloch and Till share a passionate devotion to science – and their serendipitous pairing led to a discovery that laid the foundation for what may be the most promising and ethically controversial area of international medical research today.
You must do these two difficult things to invest as patiently as the greats
Indeed, if you expect to live 20 to 50 more years, you have a great opportunity to invest as patiently as Warren Buffett.
Marcus Wallenberg on his family’s Canadian interests and the importance of trade
Swedish industrialist Marcus Wallenberg, seen leaving a meeting with former Brazilian president, Dilma Rousseff in March, 2015, represents his family’s substantial financial interests internationally, including in Canada.
Former pro wrestler Jimmy 'Superfly' Snuka dies at 73
FILE - In this Nov. 2, 2015, file photo, former professional wrestler Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka leaves Lehigh County Courthouse in Allentown, Pa. A lawyer representing Snuka said family members told him that Snuka died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, at his son-in-law’s home near Pompano Beach in Florida. Snuka, who was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 1996, was 73. (Michael Kubel/The Morning Call via AP, File)
Ottawa missing chance to help all employees, not just migrants
Bethany Hastie, Lecturer at the Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBC
Bank of Canada’s economic outlook may be tempered by Trump uncertainties
Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz meets with The Globe and Mail editorial board on on Nov. 28 2016.
Canada's Marielle Thompson golden in World Cup; Brady Leman wins silver
Marielle Thompson of Canada smiles after wining the freestyle ski cross World Cup in Idre, Sweden, Sunday Feb. 14, 2016. Thompson of Whistler, B.C., saved her best run for last on Sunday, winning gold in women's ski cross while Calgary's Brady Leman took silver in the men's event at the World Cup. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Christine Olsson/TT via AP SWEDEN OUT
Facebook introduces measures to tackle fake news in Germany
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Trump team considers relocating White House media corps
Austrian skier Scheyer wins downhill; Vonn 13th on return
Stopped train triggers major political row in Balkans
A railroad worker stands by the first train decorated with letters that read "Kosovo is Serbian" written in twenty languages departing from the Belgrade to Mitrovica, Kosovo at Belgrade's railway station, Serbia, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017. Serbia has launched a railway link to Serb-dominated northern Kosovo despite protests from authorities in Pristina who described the move as a provocation and an aggressive violation of Kosovo's sovereignty.
The Latest: Oddsmakers make Patriots and Falcons favourites
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant, left, and wide receiver Lucky Whitehead warm up before an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
UK will adapt if barred from EU market, Treasury chief says
In this April 11, 2016 file photo, Britain's Foreign Minister Philip Hammond (R) and Foreign Ministry Political Director Tim Barrow arrive with fellow G7 foreign ministers for a working session, the fourth session of the their meetings in Hiroshima, Japan.
Boston's archbishop joins Vatican office on clergy sex abuse
Guardiola virtually concedes title after heavy loss for City
Cutest captain: Sea lion caught in fishing gear hops on boat
In this Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017 photo released by the U.S. Coast Guard Station Los Angeles, a sea lion hitches a ride on a US Coast Guard boat crew off the coast of Newport Beach, Calif. Officials say the juvenile sea lion was so happy to be rescued after getting hooked by fishing gear off Southern California, it happily jumped into a Coast Guard boat. The animal was handed off to a crew from the Pacific Marine Mammal Center, which brought the sea lion to its rescue facility. (U.S. Coast Guard via AP)
Officials: Unfilled border tunnels in Mexico a security risk
Pakistani villagers attack Qatari prince's hunting party
Happy birthday, iPhone: Let’s talk about your dirty environmental secret
Man, 74, dead after car collides with horse-drawn buggy in Perth East, Ont.
Jamaica police say 6 suspects killed at checkpoint
Pro-Tibet protesters detained as China's Xi arrives in Bern
Chinese President Xi Jinping, center, waves as he leaves the Swiss federal parliament in Bern, Switzerland, on Sunday Jan. 15, 2017. Xi is on an official visit to Switzerland. (Arnd Wiegmann/Pool Photo via AP)
Vet, assistant mauled to death by 3 lions on Jordan reserve
Pound falls to three-month low
Canada's Vathje, Rahneva win skeleton gold and bronze at Winterberg World Cup
Canadian skeleton athlete Elisabeth Vathje celebrates her first place after the first Women's Singles run during the Skeleton World Cup in Winterberg, Germany, Sunday Jan. 15, 2017. (Caroline Seidel/dpa via AP)
Eddie Long, megachurch pastor embroiled in scandal, dies
Pound falls to three-month low as May reported to seek hard Brexit
A one pound coin and sterling notes are seen in central London June 17, 2008.
Canada must remain nimble as it braces for Trump era: feds' economic adviser
Dominic Barton, chairman of an advisory committee to federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau, responds to a question during an interview with The Canadian Press, in Montreal in a May 19, 2016, file photo.The head of the Trudeau government's influential council of economic advisers recommends Ottawa stay agile, just in case Donald Trump delivers on vows that could have severe implications for Canada. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
Talks between Nova Scotia and teachers union resume under media blackout
McIlroy to have tests on his injured back
FILE - In this Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016 file photo, Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland hits a tee shot during the WGC-HSBC Champions golf tournament at the Sheshan International Golf Club in Shanghai, China. Rory McIlroy turned in a third-round 67, to play an intriguing battle on Sunday Jan. 14, 2017. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, file)
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Ukraine seeks 'clarity' from Canada on continuation of military mission
Canadian and Ukrainian servicemen talk during the opening ceremony of a joint military exercises in Lviv, Ukraine, Monday, Sept. 14, 2015. Ukraine's envoy says his country is growing concerned about whether Canada will continue its future military support to his country to help it deter Russian aggression. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Pavlo Palamarchuk
Attorney General Lynch: 'We have always pushed forward'
Attorney General Loretta Lynch speaks at the 16th Street Baptist Church, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in Birmingham, Ala. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Egypt drops case against mob that attacked Christian woman
Canadians Harvey and Valjas win cross-country skiing team sprint gold
Alex Harvey Canada skis on his way to win the men's team sprint competition of the FIS Cross Country Skiing World Cup in Dobbiaco (Toblach), Italy, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017. (Andrea Solero/ANSA via AP)
Kerry urges Trump administration to attend Syria peace talks
U.S Secretary of State John Kerry speaks with the media after attending the Mideast peace conference Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 in Paris, France. Kerry, who has been increasingly outspoken about Mideast tensions, was in Paris defending American interests at the conference in his last major diplomatic foray before he leaves office. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, Pool)
In Trump, man elected by Americans is president they'll get
Women face heavier burden of criminalizing HIV non-disclosure, advocates say
Thousands rally to resist Republican health law repeal drive
People wait for the start of a health care rally in Warren, Mich., north of Detroit, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017. Thousands of people endured freezing temperatures at the rally in Warren, where Sen. Bernie Sanders called on Americans to resist Republican efforts to repeal President Barack Obama’s health care law. The rally was one of a number of rallies Democrats staged across the country to highlight opposition to the repeal efforts. (AP Photo/Corey R. Williams)
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