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Flames rally in third period, top Predators 3-2 in shootout
Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne (35), of Finland, blocks a shot against Calgary Flames center Sam Bennett (93) in the third period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. The Flames won 3-2 in a shootout. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Nilsson records fourth career shutout as Canucks beat the Wild
Vancouver Canucks goalie Anders Nilsson makes a save during the second period at Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, on Oct. 24, 2017.
Police chief says neutrality important in relaying information to media
Kershaw strikes out 11 as Dodgers beat Astros in World Series opener
Los Angeles Dodgers’ Justin Turner celebrates with Chris Taylor after hitting a two-run home run during the sixth inning against the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the 2017 World Series at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, on Oct. 24, 2017.
Kershaw, Dodgers beat Astros 3-1 in hot World Series opener
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw throws during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
You own it: New Zealand party told to pay for Eminem rip-off
FILE - In this April 15, 2012, file photo, Eminem performs at the 2012 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, Calif. A New Zealand court ordered on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017, the nation’s main conservative political National Party to pay Eminem’s publisher 600,000 New Zealand dollars ($415,000) plus interest for breaching copyright by using a song similar to Eminem’s “Lose Yourself” in its campaign ads. The party used the song “Eminem Esque” 186 times during its successful 2014 election campaign before pulling the ad off the air. Publisher Eight Mile Style sued, saying the track was a rip-off of the rapper’s acclaimed 2002 hit. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)
Nilsson, Virtanen lead Canucks over Wild 1-0
Kempe scores shootout winner, lifts Kings over Senators
Ottawa Senators goalie Mike Condon makes a save on Los Angeles Kings' Kurtis MacDermid during the second period in Ottawa, on Oct. 24, 2017.
Adrian Kempe scores winner in shootout to lift Kings over Senators
Los Angeles Kings left wing Adrian Kempe scores on Ottawa Senators goalie Mike Condon during shoot-out NHL action in Ottawa on Tuesday October 24, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Kessel’s overtime winner leads Penguins past McDavid, Oilers
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Phil Kessel scores the overtime winner against the Edmonton Oilers at PPG PAINTS Arena in Pittsburgh, on Oct. 24, 2017.
Gunman's father, friend killed in Northern California attack
FILE- This undated file driver's license photo provided by the Lake County Sheriff's Office shows Alan Ashmore. Authorities say a gunman killed his 85-year-old father and his longtime friend during a bizarre Northern California rampage. Sixty-one-year-old Ashmore was arrested Monday, Oct. 23, 2017, at a roadblock after he allegedly shot at houses, a car and a gas station in Clearlake Oaks. (Lake County Sheriff's Office via AP, File)
Canadiens snap seven-game losing streak with win over Panthers
Montreal Canadiens defenceman Shea Weber celebrates his goal against the Florida Panthers during the second period at the Bell Centre in Montreal, on Oct. 24, 2017.
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Kessel's OT winner leads Penguins past McDavid, Oilers 2-1
Weber scores two, Canadiens snap losing streak with 5-1 win over Panthers
Montreal Canadiens left wing Max Pacioretty (67) reacts after scoring against Florida Panthers goalie James Reimer (34) during third period NHL hockey action Tuesday, October 24, 2017 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
WestJet flight makes unscheduled landing due to unruly, drunk passenger
Why Trudeau has incentive to go easy on Quebec's controversial niqab law
Adam Radwanski
Most of world lacks real religious freedom, UN official says
Saskatoon police looking for group of teens wanted in attack on woman
Hillary Clinton camp helped fund Trump dossier research: source
In this March 21, 2016, file photo, attorney Marc Elias stands on the plaza of the Supreme Court in Washington.
Top McGuinty aide wasn’t trained in record keeping, court hears
Remains of the gas-fired power plant in Mississauga, Ont., which had its construction cancelled prior to the provincial election in 2011.
Sexual harassment allegations are roiling Quebec’s entertainment scene
Robert Everett-Green
QMJHL Roundup: Francis leads Screaming Eagles in 9-4 win over Wildcats
Habitat loss, not hunting, main threat to grizzly bears, Auditor-General says
B.C.’s Auditor-General, Carol Bellringer, says the province has not done enough to conserve its threatened grizzly-bear populations, reporting that ‘limited recovery actions have been taken for these populations.’
Funeral for Thai king a 5-day marathon of intense solemnity
In this Monday, Oct. 23, 2017, photo, Thai people dressed in black in honor of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej walk at a shopping mall in Bangkok, Thailand. The exactingly planned five-day funeral for Bhumibol will be governed by strict protocols for how the public and media conduct themselves that are as much about honoring the late king as they are about controlling a delicate political moment. Formal dress requirements that are typical for close quarters contact with members of the royal family include a prohibition on earrings, beards or mustaches for men, and unnatural hair coloring for women. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)
Manitobans split on where pot sold, but most say you should be 18 to buy it
Mother of Canadian man missing in Peru says Apple and Amazon co-operating with police
Richmond, B.C., pushes back against sale of legal cannabis
Don Briere, owner of Weeds Glass and Gifts, works at one his cannabis dispensaries in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, February 4, 2017.
Trump urges UN nations to confront those who threaten terror
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Trump says Clinton team funding for Russia info 'a disgrace'
FILE - In this March 21, 2016, file photo, attorney Marc Elias, one of several lawyers who appeared in the in the case of Wittman v. Personhuballah, stands on the plaza of the Supreme Court in Washington. Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign and the Democratic National Committee helped fund a political research firm that produced a dossier of allegations about President Donald Trump's ties to Russia. That's according to a person familiar with the situation who spoke on Oct. 24, 2017, to The Associated Press. The person says the arrangement, first reported by The Washington Post, was coordinated by a lawyer for the campaign and the DNC and his law firm. That lawyer, Marc Elias, did not immediately return an email seeking comment. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Ontario, B.C. to work with CRA to track flips of presale condos
B.C. Finance Minister Carole James, centre, says her government is exploring a range of options with the CRA to combat tax evasion.
The World Anti-Doping Agency’s failed war on drugs
Cathal Kelly
Globe editorial: Falling deficits, and the future of Canadian politics
Finance Minister Bill Morneau talks to reporters after he delivered his fall economic update in the House of Commons, Tuesday, October 24, 2017, in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Chartrand
Liberals defeat NDP motion to close conflict-of-interest loophole
Minister of Finance Bill Morneau stands during question period in the House of Commons on Oct. 23, 2017.
Child bitten by venomous snake at Florida day care centre
Canadian musician Alice Glass alleges abuse by former Crystal Castles bandmate
Alice Glass of the band Crystal Castles performs during Lollapalooza 2013 at Grant Park in Chicago on Aug. 2, 2013.
Senate intelligence panel votes to renew surveillance law
Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Richard Burr, R-N.C., center, arrives for a Republican luncheon with President Donald Trump in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017. The Senate Intelligence Committee has voted to reauthorize a key, widely used foreign surveillance law that is set to expire at the end of the year. The vote was 12-3 to advance the measure to the full Senate. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Transcript of Sen. Jeff Flake's speech to the Senate
In this image from video from Senate Television, Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., speaks on the Senate floor Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, at the Capitol in Washington. Flake announced he will not run for re-election in 2018. (Senate TV via AP)
Senate GOP moves to repeal consumer rule
Vice President Mike Pence speaks on tax reform at the American Enterprise Institute, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Catholic school sex education plan won’t be taught if it arrives as advertised: Notley
Alberta Premier Rachel Notley speaks to reporters following a Council of the Federation meeting in Ottawa, on Oct. 3, 2017.
League Cup: Man City wins shootout, Arsenal rescued by teen
Truck driver charged with threatening to assassinate Trump
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Sentry Investments names James Dutkiewicz as new CIO
Bank towers are shown from Bay Street in Toronto's financial district.
No charges from investigation involving city council in Nanaimo, B.C.
No charges have resulted from an investigation of allegations involving the city council in Nanaimo, B.C.
Iowa court blocks 3-day waiting period for abortion
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A rental sign outside an apartment building in Vancouver.
Bighorn sheep jumps off hill, lands on car in Washington
This Oct. 24, 2017, photo provided by the Washington State Patrol shows damage to a vehicle after a bighorn sheep leapt off a hillside and landed on the windshield on Highway 97A south of Chelan, Wash. The driver was not injured, but the sheep was killed. (Washington State Patrol via AP)
As its diamonds break apart in production, Stornoway shares take a hit
Diamonds from Stornoway’s Renard Mine, seen under construction above, are breaking in processing to a higher degree than the company expected, hurting both the price they’re fetching at auction as well as Stornoway stock.
The Latest: Lawyer seeks probation for cop who shot at teens
Autism therapy provider gets $8M to stay, expand in Michigan
North America World Cup bidders says poll shows high interest in hosting in 2026
Illinois Democrats, GOP Gov. Rauner spar again over vetoes
FILE - In this July 26, 2017 file photo, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner speaks during a news conference at the state Capitol, Wednesday, July 26, 2017, in Springfield, Ill. Still struggling with budget problems and faced with new demands for cash, the Illinois General Assembly returns Tuesday for the first week of its fall session. Lawmakers will deal with re-establishing the Medicaid program for hospitals and could take up vetoes by Gov. Bruce Rauner on workers' compensation and minimum wage in addition to trying to ensure budget ends meet. (Justin Fowler/The State Journal-Register via AP File)
Q&A: Abortion case involving immigrant teen stirs emotions
CN Rail on hiring spree after laid-off workers pass on jobs
CN Rail says fewer laid-off workers than expected chose to return following a lengthy idle period.
FAA probing second Air Canada landing at San Francisco airport
In this July 11, 2017, file photo, vehicles wait outside the international terminal at San Francisco International Airport in San Francisco.
Power Corp. activist investor Roustan shines light on poor performance
Andrew Willis
New Brunswick couple identified as pair found dead in Rocky Mountains
Alberta's Lake Louise and the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise can be seen on Dec. 3, 2008. Mounties say a woman found dead in a luxury hotel in a Rocky Mountain resort town was the victim of a homicide. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
Accused bank robber, former news director faced debt, divorce and depression
The Latest: US appeals Maryland judge's travel ban ruling
FILE- In this June 30, 2017, file photo, critics of President Donald Trump's travel ban hold signs during a news conference in Honolulu. The Trump administration is appealing a Hawaii judge's order that blocks the newest version of the travel ban. Attorneys for the U.S. government filed court papers Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, saying they are taking the case to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. The appeals court has blocked both of Trump's previous bans. (AP Photo/Caleb Jones, File)
Former Crystal Castles singer Alice Glass alleges abuse by bandmate
Alice Glass of the band Crystal Castles performs during Lollapalooza 2013 at Grant Park on Friday, Aug. 2, 2013 in Chicago. Canadian musician Alice Glass has posted a lengthy online message to fans alleging abuse at the hands of her former Crystal Castles bandmate. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP, Invision, Steve Mitchell
No charges after investigation of city council in Nanaimo, B.C.
Dalhousie accused of 'white supremacy' amid escalating tensions over racism
Division final in the bag, Stampeders want to maintain edge and manage bodies
Calgary Stampeders quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell, right, hands off the ball to Jerome Messam during first half CFL football action against the Saskatchewan Roughriders in Calgary, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017. A division final already in their pockets, the Calgary Stampeders feel urgency to get their game in order for the playoffs. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Woman who married at 11 seeks to change Florida marriage law
Senate passes $36.5B disaster aid bill; Trump signature next
President Donald Trump leaves the Capitol after lunch with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., and Senate Republicans to talk about his tax reform agenda, in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Oil pipeline opponent uses 'necessity defence' - What is it?
FILE - In this Feb. 6, 2014, file photo, Chase Iron Eyes, an attorney and American Indian activist on the Standing Rock Reservation, is seen in Fort Yates, N.D. Iron Eyes, who is accused of inciting a riot during protests against the Dakota Access pipeline says he'll seek to present a "necessity defense." That's justifying a crime by arguing it prevented a greater harm. Iron Eyes has pleaded not guilty to inciting a riot and criminal trespass. He could face more than five years in prison if convicted at trial in February 2018. (AP Photo/Kevin Cederstrom, File)
Man pleads guilty to raping his mother, says he blacked out
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The Latest: Judge: Teen must be allowed abortion 'promptly'
Arkansas judge will order mediation on birth certificate law
Tensions rise over court delays during hearing for Calgary mom convicted in son’s strep death
Ryan Alexander Lovett is shown with his mother Tamara Lovett in this undated handout image provided by the child's father Brian Jerome from his Facebook page.
Inmate from Saskatoon jail critically injured in attack; another escapes
Never short of an opinion, former NHL agitator Avery ready for the right TV job
New York Rangers' Sean Avery (16) fights with New York Islanders' Mike Mottau (10) during the second period of an NHL hockey game on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011, in Uniondale, N.Y. Sean Avery on "Coach's Corner?"The former NHL bad boy says he could see himself dishing out opinions on today's hockey on TV. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP, Kathy Kmonicek
Activists block loggers from Eugene-area timber sale
CRA analyzing pre-construction condo flipping cases for tax avoidance
Construction cranes are seen in Toronto on Wednesday, July 5, 2017. Canada Revenue Agency is analyzing 2,810 transactions involving cases of pre-construction condominium flipping in Toronto to determine whether audits need to be carried out to find tax evaders. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
The Latest: Expert: It's rare for pilots to miss tower calls
The air traffic control tower is in sight as a plane takes off from San Francisco International Airport, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, in San Francisco. The Federal Aviation Authority is investigating why an Air Canada plane ignored repeated orders by an air traffic controller at the airport to abort a landing on Sunday, Oct. 22. The incident comes three months after another Air Canada plane nearly landed on a crowded taxiway at the airport. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Quebec Liberals decide crucifix at national assembly will stay put
West Fraser CEO warns of long impasse in softwood dispute
Logs are loaded onto a machine for bark removal at the West Fraser Timber Co. sawmill in Quesnel, British Columbia.
Man who got within a few yards of Trump arrested for protest
A protester who identified himself as Ryan Clayton from Americans Take Action, a group that wants President Donald Trump impeached, is detained by security officers after throwing Russian flags with the word "Trump" printed on them toward Trump as arrived at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, for a lunch with Republican senators. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Lawsuit: Louisiana sheriff rejected applicant because of HIV
Whitecaps host Earthquakes in knockout round looking for first playoff win
Vancouver Whitecaps' Yordy Reyna, right, leaps over San Jose Earthquakes' Victor Bernardez as he slides to take the ball away during the second half of an MLS soccer game in Vancouver, B.C., on Sunday October 15, 2017. The Whitecaps like to talk about making history. They have a chance to finally do it on the big stage Wednesday night. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Big banks or small lenders? A look at which stocks may benefit from Canada's new mortgage rules
A sold sign is pictured outside a home in Vancouver, B.C., Tuesday, June, 28, 2016.
Ex-presidents' hurricane concert raises additional $2.6M
Two more Quebec women file sex-assault complaints against Gilbert Rozon
Gilbert Rozon attends the 2017 Canadian Screen Awards in Toronto on March 12, 2017.
Man killed outside courthouse after testifying in trial
OSC weighs next steps to improve board diversity
Entrance to the 20th floor of the Ontario Securities Commission in Toronto.
Man pulled from collapsed home after explosion in Hamilton: officials
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Two more women file sex-assault complaints against Gilbert Rozon
Gilbert Rozon, founder and president of Just for Laughs, accepts the prestigious Icon Award at the 2017 Canadian Screen Awards in Toronto on Sunday, March 12, 2017. Two more Quebec women have filed official complaints of sexual assault against Rozon. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Peter Power
Cell game: Novel software helping inmates find a home
13 Ball State fraternities to go alcohol-free until 2018
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UN rights expert: UN not protecting whistleblowers enough
TDSB drops proposal to phase out specialized schools
John Malloy, head of the TDSB.
Trump crowdsources GOP senators on choice for Fed chair
President Donald Trump waves to reporters after a lunch with Republican senator at the U.S. Capitol Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
‘On the road home’: Twitter has fun as Comey makes stop in Iowa
In this June 8, 2017, file photo, former FBI director James Comey reacts during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington.
Evening Update newsletter: Federal deficit shrinks on strong economic growth, Liberals say in fall update; Quebec softens some provisions of face-covering law Bill 62
Finance Minister Bill Morneau receives applause after delivering his fall economic statement in the House of Commons in Ottawa, Tuesday, Oct.24, 2017.
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