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Tory leadership candidate pulls out of race over division in party
Alberta Wildrose leader Brian Jean walks through the crowd after being declared the official opposition in Fort McMurray, Alta., on Tuesday May 5, 2015. Alberta's Wildrose Opposition leader has opened the door to uniting with the Progressive Conservatives to end more than a decade of infighting between the centre-right parties. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
Neighbour noticed fire on farm at centre of Calgary triple-murder case
Baker chasing upset win at inaugural Pegasus World Cup Invitational
Jockey Jim McAleney guides Breaking Lucky to victory in the $500,000 Prince of Wales Stakes race on Tuesday, July 28, 2015. Trainer Reade Baker's Breaking Lucky is an early 25-1 selection for the inaugural US$12-million Pegasus World Cup Invitational on Saturday at Gulfstream Park. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Michael Burns
Senior diplomat resignations accepted as Trump team enters
FILE - In this Sept. 21, 2011 file photo, State Department Undersecretary for Management Patrick F. Kennedy testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington. Kennedy, a top U.S. diplomat who played a prominent role in the Benghazi investigations and controversy over Hillary Clinton’s emails is resigning. (AP Photo Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)
On 44th birthday, man cleared in violent 1992 crime spree
Robert Jones, right, speaks with reporters, with defense attorneys Emily Maw, left, and Barry Scheck, at the New Orleans courthouse, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017. Prosecutors formally dropped charges Thursday against Jones who spent more than 20 years behind bars for a 1992 crime spree that included the slaying of a British tourist. (AP Photo/Kevin McGill)
Tip Top Tailors owner gets court protection to deal with cash crunch
The Latest: Arrested Texas mother wants officer fired
Genes may help grocery tomatoes catch up to heirloom taste
FILE - In this March 23, 2011 file photo, tomatoes are seen in the produce section at a grocery store in Des Moines, Iowa. Scientists have cooked up a way to reintroduce a key ingredient into mass-produced tomatoes: taste. Researchers have figured out just the right spots on the genetic blueprint of tomatoes where flavor has been bred out of supermarket tomatoes for the past 40 or 50 years, according to a study in the journal Science. And using natural breeding methods, a little modernized with hand pollination by electric toothbrushes _ they are reinstalling five factors to add aroma and taste into the staple of salads. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Toronto police task force calls for sweeping 'culture change'
Chief Mark Saunders speaks during a news conference as Andy Pringle, chairman of the police services board, looks on in Toronto on Jan. 26, 2017.
Man gets 28 years for wounded South Carolina deputy
Nova Scotia committed to classroom change with latest offer to teachers: premier
CMHC issues alert for Victoria housing, warns of 'overvaluation'
A for sale sign in front of a home in Vancouver. Victoria has been added to CMHC’s list of real-estate markets with problematic conditions.
Driverless bus makes debut in Georgia at start of US tour
Trump poised to seek new military options for defeating IS
Civilians flee their villages due to fighting between Iraqi security forces and Islamic State militants, on the outskirts of Mosul, Iraq, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017. (AP Photo/Khalid Mohammed)
Turkeys latest habituated creatures to cause trouble in southeastern B.C.
George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four in the age of Trump
Laura Wood of Skoob Books poses for a photograph with a copy of George Orwell's 1984 in central London June 9, 2013.
Canada-UK produced Sundance doc 'Tokyo Idols' looks at obsessive culture in Japan
Rio Hiiragi appears in a scene from Tokyo Idols, a film by Kyoko Miyake. The Canada-UK produced Sundance documentary looks at obsessive culture in Japan. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Sundance Institute-Kyoko Miyake MANDATORY CREDIT
Trump's choice for labour secretary outsourced jobs
FILE - In this Nov. 19, 2016 file photo, President-elect Donald Trump walks Labor Secretary-designate Andy Puzder from Trump National Golf Club Bedminster clubhouse in Bedminster, N.J. Puzder was CEO of a fast food empire that is outsourcing jobs on his watch, a stark contrast with his boss' threats and tweeted slaps at companies that outsource jobs. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
Watchdog report accuses South Sudan military of corruption
Bundesliga's economic strength keeps growing
FILE- In this Saturday, May 21, 2016 file photo, Bayern Munich players celebrate after winning the German soccer cup final match between Borussia Dortmund and FC Bayern Munich in Berlin, Germany. The Bundesliga's economic strength keeps on growing. Bundesliga CEO Christian Seifert says the 18 teams in Germany's top division broke the 3 billion euro mark in revenue last season. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber, File)
Hey investors, Caterpillar is trying to talk to you
A heavy equipment operator walks between Caterpillar earth moving equipment at a road construction site on April 24, 2006 near Joliet, Ill.
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Leaked video likely to hurt "A Dog's Purpose" at box office
This image released by Universal Studios shows John Ortiz in a scene from "A Dog's Purpose." (Joe Lederer/Universal Studios via AP)
Scientists take first steps to growing human organs in pigs
This undated photo provided by the Salk Institute on Jan. 24, 2017, shows a 4-week-old pig embryo that had been injected with human stem cells.
Regina man charged in fatal Halloween shooting convicted of less serious charge
London’s Berkeley Hotel gives guests designer fashions in their designer suites
The Berkeley Hotel in London’s Knightsbridge offers a Fashion Trunk wardrobe program of high-fashion accessories is available in 11 suites.
Elton John tapped to write 'The Devil Wears Prada' musical
FILE - This Nov. 2, 2016 file photo shows Elton John at the Elton John AIDS Foundation's 15th Annual An Enduring Vision Benefit in New York. Elton John has been tapped to write the songs for a devilish upcoming musical, “The Devil Wears Prada.” (Photo by Greg Allen/Invision/AP, File)
Hundreds honour 3 astronauts lost in Apollo fire 50 years ago
Man pleads guilty in tense courtroom to stabbing death outside Saskatoon bar
Red Nose Day TV special, fundraising campaign return to US
FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2013 file photo, British director Richard Curtis, founder of Red Nose Day, poses for the photographers as he present his latest movie "About Time" , in Rome. Comic Relief, Inc. announced Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017, that the 2017 fundraising efforts will culminate with the Red Nose Day TV special on May 25. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia, FIle)
Tenn. man to go on trial in plot against NY Muslim community
Cincinnati Zoo says premature hippo calf shows progress
Iranian actress boycotts Oscars to protest Trump
FILE - This May 21, 2016 file photo shows actress Taraneh Alidoosti during a photo call for the film "Forushande" (The Salesman) at the 69th international film festival, Cannes, southern France. Alidoosti, star of the Oscar-nominated “The Salesman,” says she won’t attend the Academy Awards in protest of President Donald Trump’s immigration plans. Alidoosti called plans for a visa ban of Iranians “racist” in a message posted Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017, on Twitter. “The Salesman,” directed by Asghar Farhadi, was nominated for best foreign language film. (AP Photo/Joel Ryan, File)
4 teen boys accused in girl's sexual assault at Ohio school
Cleveland Indians will host 2019 MLB All-Star Game
A person familiar with the decision says the Cleveland Indians will host the 2019 All-Star Game at Progressive Field. The
Thousands take to streets to welcome Gambian President Adama Barrow
Gambian President Adama Barrow waves as he rides his motorcade through crowds of after arriving at Banjul airport in Gambia on Jan. 26, 2017.
Student suffers head injury at school in Guelph, 2 students charged
Canada's Marcoux wins second gold at World Para-Alpine Skiing Championships
Mac Marcoux of Canada, right, and his guide Robin Femy race to win 3rd place in the men's downhill, visually impaired event at the 2014 Winter Paralympic, Saturday, March 8, 2014, in Krasnaya Polyana, Russia. Marcoux earned his second gold medal of the World Para-Alpine Skiing Championships, teaming with guide Jack Leitch to win Thursday's super-G race in the men's visually impaired category.THE CANADIAN PRESS/ AP/Dmitry Lovetsky
Strong evidence of problematic conditions persists in real estate market: CMHC
A sold sign is pictured outside a home in Vancouver, B.C., Tuesday, June 28, 2016. Canada's federal housing agency says strong evidence of problematic conditions continues to exist in the national housing market.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
Tears not enough in Auschwitz warehouse of horrors
A pile of suitcases labelled with the names of the dead bear silent witness to Nazi inhumanity in a cell block at the museum in Auschwitz.
2 bodies found after Puerto Rico police locate capsized boat
Integrity exec hired in wake of diesel scandal leaves VW
FILE - In this April 28, 2016 file photo Volkswagen board member for ‘Integrity and Legal Affairs' Christine Hohmann-Dennhardt attends the company's annual press conference in Wolfsburg, Germany. Hohmann-Dennhardt is to leave the VW management board by mutual agreement effective Jan. 31, 2017. VW said Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017 in a press release that VW and Hohmann-Dennhardt are parting due to differences in their understanding of responsibilities and future operating structures within the function she leads. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)
Ontario rejects colleges’ plan for new ‘salary frameworks’
The college sector says the eventual increases for senior administrators may be smaller than the maximums proposed in the discussion documents.
AP source: Border Patrol chief says he's been forced out
FILE - In this Nov. 30, 2016, file photo, Customs and Border Protection U.S. Border Patrol Chief Mark Morgan listens as he testifies during a hearing of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on Capitol Hill in Washington. Morgan said he was asked to leave and decided to resign on Jan. 26, 2017, rather than fight the request, according to a U.S. official who was on brief video conference in which Morgan informed senior agents of the change. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Gaza comedian who criticized Hamas released from jail
Trump proposes big import tax, triggering fight with Mexico
President Donald Trump leave the Oval Office to board Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017, for a short trip to Andrews Air Force Base, Md., then onto Philadelphia for the Republican Congressional retreat. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Scientists take first steps to growing human organs in pigs
This undated photo provided by the Salk Institute on Jan. 24, 2017 shows the injection of human stem cells into a pig blastocyst. A laser beam, indicated by a green circle with a red cross inside, was used to perforate the outer membrane to allow easy access for the needle. The experiment was a very early step toward the possibility of growing human organs inside animals for transplantation. (Salk Institute via AP)
Whole Foods closing kitchens that made prepared foods
What $15B can buy in Washington
FILE - In this April 13, 2014, file photo shows the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) headquarters building in Washington. If one believes the back-of-the-envelope estimates by Republican leaders on Capitol Hill, President Donald Trump's border wall is going to cost between $12 billion and $15 billion. That's a lot of money, even though it's just a minute fraction of a $4 trillion federal budget. (AP Photo/J. David Ake, File)
Francis Ford Coppola developing 'Apocalypse Now' video game
FILE - This April 29, 2016 file photo shows honoree Francis Ford Coppola at a handprint and footprint ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theater in Los Angeles. The director has launched a Kickstarter campaign to raise $900,000 for what he says will be an “immersive, psychedelic horror roll-playing game” based on his classic 1979 Vietnam War film, " Apocalypse Now." (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)
MLSE LaunchPad is an unprecedented venture aiming to help Toronto’s at-risk youth
Tanya Mruck, executive director of MLSE Launchpad, pushes back the divider panels at the soon-to-be-opened sports facility on Jan. 23, 2017.
Sexist posts about women’s marches land officials in hot water
Women hold posters as they take part in a march for women's rights and freedom in solidarity with the march organised in Washington, on January 21, 2017 in Pristina, Kosovo.
Slow fix: VW diesel owners complain of buyback delays
In this Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, photo, Volkswagen vehicles are stored at the vacant Silverdome in Pontiac, Mich. The Volkswagen TDIs are in the center of the emissions scandal forcing Volkswagen to buy back those vehicles affected. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Puerto Rico's new gov signs controversial labour reform law
Ontario tells colleges to reconsider large proposed raises for executives
UN to keep peacekeepers in Cyprus, urges reunification
Florida port backs out of agreement with Cuban government
Harvard endowment to cut half its jobs amid strategy shift
Ikea Canada buying second Alberta wind farm; sellers get total of $119.6 million
Will a 'Trump Dump' spark the next gold rush? Not necessarily so, experts say
Gordon Pinsent on his recent health issues and doc 'The River of My Dreams'
Actor Gordon Pinsent is pictured in a Toronto hotel room as he promotes his film "The River of My Dreams: A Portrait of Gordon Pinsent" during the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival on Sept. 13, 2016. As he reflects on his past with a new documentary, Canadian acting treasure Gordon Pinsent is also firmly focused on the future, trying to make up for time he feels he lost due to health issues. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
An excerpt from Sallie Krawchek’s Own It: The Power of Women at Work
The author Sallie Krawcheck says feedback from managers and peers is important for career advancement – and she stresses that you must be persistent in seeking it.
Residents leave as smoke from big fire in Calgary causes air-quality problems
Tribal leader asks Trump to reconsider pipeline action
Millie Kennedy, wearing a cedar hat, and Matt Remle, second from right, lead a few hundred protesters in song during a NoDAPL rally at Westlake Park on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, in Seattle. On Tuesday, President Donald Trump signed executive actions to move forward with the Dakota Access and Keystone XL Pipelines. (Lindsey Wasson/The Seattle Times via AP)
Chinese artist, activist Ai Weiwei exhibit to visit Michigan
How not to eat like Donald Trump in New York City
Daniel Humm, Eleven Madison Park’s chef, plates food at the restaurant in New York, Dec. 11, 2015.
Bad adviser behaviour coming to light thanks to new disclosure rules
Netanyahu: Trump understands 'danger' of Iran nuclear deal
Report: 6 reporters among 230 people charged in DC protests
TSX slips amid gold and metals losses, as Rogers surges on latest earnings
Romania: Ex-chief prosecutor gets prison in bribery case
New GT supercar is the fastest Ford production car ever
The Ford GT is a super car that will be powered by a 600-horsepower engine.
Man nearly killed after being pushed onto NYC subway tracks
Broadcaster Tommy Smyth leaving ESPN after 25 years
Court: 'K-19: The Widowmaker' sub must be removed from river
FILE - In this Aug. 22, 2016 file photo, rusting remnants of an old Russian submarine, used as a set for a Harrison Ford movie and as a floating museum until sinking during a 2007 nor'easter, sits rusting in a scrapyard in the Providence River in Providence, R.I. State environmental officials sued to have the sub and several other vessels removed from the river. A state superior court judge ordered Rhode Island Recycled Metals LLC in December to begin removing the vessels from the river. The permitting process is underway. (AP Photo/Jennifer McDermott, File)
Tip Top Tailors owner gets protection; to close some stores
Tip Top Tailors parent Grafton-Fraser Inc. has been granted protection from its creditors. The retailer is the latest to fall victim to Canada’s difficult apparel market.
German man, 51, charged in alleged far-right attack plot
Leah McLaren: Dads aren’t special snowflakes – they’re just parents
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Colorado regulators say ski lift can reopen after inspection
Hungary leader Orban says it's time to take Trump seriously
FILE - In this Jan. 23, 2017 file picture Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban addresses the Lamfalussy Lectures Conference in Budapest. Hungary’s prime minister says it is time to take U.S. President Donald Trump seriously and that there is an opportunity for reforms that will make Europe great again. Prime Minister Viktor said in Brussels Thursday Jan. 26, 2017 the European Union should abandon its federalist aims because only strong member states can guarantee its successful. (Szilard Koszticsak/MTI via AP)
Want to track cellphones? Get a warrant, lawmakers say
FILE - This undated file photo provided by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office shows the StingRay II, a cellular site simulator used for surveillance purposes manufactured by Harris Corporation, of Melbourne, Fla. Lawmakers in several states, concerned about privacy and unreasonable search and seizure violations, are proposing legislation in January 2017 to prevent police officers from using cellphone tracking devices without warrants. Cell-site simulators mimic cell towers and allow police to track the location of cell phones in a particular neighborhood in real time. (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office via AP, File)
Iraqi troops push into IS-held villages north of Mosul
India.Arie defends Chrisette Michele's inaugural performance
FILE - In this Aug. 2, 2016, file photo, singer Chrisette Michele performs for President Barack Obama, first lady Michelle Obama, Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, and his wife Ho Ching, in the State Dining Room of the White House during a state dinner in Washington. The New York Daily News reported on Jan. 18, 2017, that Michele would perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration Jan. 20, 2017. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
Police: Woman abused as child had friend beat kids for her
Experiencing Chinese New Year in the streets of Hong Kong
Fireworks explode over Victoria Harbour during Lunar New Year celebrations in Hong Kong on February 9, 2016.
Germany extends military training mission in northern Iraq
School bus driver dies in vehicle, body found 3 days later
More supports needed for homeless veterans, indigenous people: report
A man stays warm sitting over a grate on Toronto’s King Street West that releases warm steam from below on March 3, 2016.
Saskatchewan Roughriders sign veteran receiver Duron Carter to CFL deal
Montreal Alouettes' Duron Carter (89) intercepts the ball as Toronto Argonauts' A.J. Jefferson gives chase during first half CFL action in Toronto, Monday, July 25, 2016. Alouettes receivers Duron Carter and Kenny Stafford sent farewell tweets to Montreal fans this morning amid reports they have been released by the CFL club. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
I’m a bookworm, and proud of it
10 NYC commercial landlords join pledge to cut emissions
The 'fear index' is sending some surprisingly strong signals for the TSX
Jennifer Dowty
New 'point-in-time' count brings homelessness in Canada into sharper focus
A homeless man sleeps in a doorway in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, Monday, Dec.19, 2016. New numbers are showing for the first time the depth of the homelessness problem in 28 small and medium-sized Canadian communities, and clarifying the picture in four larger cities. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
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Emirati man held on spying charges in Libya found dead
Is it Freedom 85 for today’s fortysomethings?
Gillian MacKenzie hangs out with her three youngest kids, twins Luke and Reese, 11, and Emmett, 8, in their Port Colborne home on Wednesday. For many people in their 40s, including MacKenzie and her husband, their finances have them worried about retirement.
Romanian president: Government short-changing defence budget
Mexican president cancels planned DC meeting with Trump
Mexico's President Enrique Pena Nieto speaks during a press conference at Los Pinos presidential residence in Mexico City, Monday, Jan. 23, 2017. Pena Nieto said Monday that Mexico's attitude towards the Donald Trump administration should not be aggressive or biased, but one of dialogue. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)
Toronto cops face formal complaint for arrest incident caught on video
Musk’s surprising rapport with Trump yields 40% rally for Tesla
The logo of U.S. car manufacturer Tesla is seen in Zurich, Switzerland July 14, 2016.
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