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March 8

AT&T says 911 outage affecting several states has been fixed
Accused in Saskatoon court on charge of killing woman two years ago
Valanciunas leads Raptors over Pelicans, 94-87
Paper: Preliminary budget would cut $6 billion from HUD
California lawmakers want to repeal HIV criminalization laws
FILE - In this Jan. 26, 2017 file photo, state Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, left, talks with Sen. Holly Mitchell, D-Los Angeles, at the Capitol, in Sacramento, Calif. At a news conference, Wednesday, March 8, 2017, Wiener discussed his bill to make it a misdemeanor instead of a felony to intentionally expose someone to HIV. If approved by the Legislature and signed by the governor, Wiener's bill would repeal laws passed at the height of the AID's epidemic that he says unfairly punishes HIV-positive people based on outdated science. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli,file)
'Good Fight' takes television lead in making Trump an issue
This image released by CBS Interactive shows Delroy Lindo as Adrian Boseman, Cush Jumbo as Lucca Quinn in a scene from the "Stoppable: Requiem for an Airdate" episode of "The Good Fight," planned for March 12 on CBS All Access. (Patrick Harbron/CBS Interactive via AP)
Internet-connected 'smart' devices are dunces about security
FILE - This April 13, 2016, file photo shows the seal of the Central Intelligence Agency at CIA headquarters in Langley, Va. Everything from your TV to your lights and shades can be controlled by an app on your phone or even your voice. But the allegation that the CIA and MI5 commandeered some Samsung smart TVs to work as listening devices is a reminder that inviting these "conveniences" into your home comes with a risk. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
QMJHL Roundup: Islanders thump Wildcats 12-3 for ninth straight win
Florida's Alligator Alley reopens during wildfires
Vermont top court weighs if KKK fliers are protected speech
High winds cause damage, fan fire that kills 5 people
Justice Minister points to U.S. sex-assault initiative for Canada
Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould has praised a U.S. project in which police invite external advocates to assist in their reviews of sex-assault cases
Mozart manuscript fails to sell; $200,000 bid was expected
This undated photo released by RR Auction shows one page of a handwritten musical score by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for the third movement, "Allegro," of his Serenade in D Major, circa 1773. The manuscript, written on both sides of a single sheet, is set to be auctioned Wednesday, March 8, 2017, by the Boston-based auction firm. (Sarina Carlos/RR Auction via AP)
Amid contamination concerns, cannabis shops take on testing
The Canadian Association of Medical Cannabis Dispensaries said it has created a working group with dispensary owners, cannabis producers, processors and lab owners to design a credible testing program
Winnipeg man arrested after string of cigarette thefts at small stores
Cory Conacher's four-point effort lifts Syracuse over St. John's
Disney CEO says he's staying on Trump's advisory council
Bass' 'For a Little While' wins $20,000 short-story prize
Canada's Vasek Pospisil qualifies for main draw at BNP Paribas Open
B.C.’s softwood lumber envoy says long-term deal needed with U.S.
Canadian softwood lumber is pictured at the Port of Vancouver Lynnterm terminal in North Vancouver, British Columbia on February 13, 2015.
Brazil's Temer irks women with praise for supermarket skills
Activists shout slogans against Brazil's President Michel Temer during a demonstration to mark International Women's Day, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (AP Photo/Andre Penner)
New B.C. 'duty to document' law doesn't go far enough: privacy group
Toronto school mourning after longtime teacher fatally stabbed in Costa Rica
Watchdog: Spoiled food, safety risks at immigration facility
Trucker stranded on Manitoba highway gets coffee delivery on horseback
Dallaire says Canadian troops must be prepared for child soldiers
Malian troops join with former rebels in a joint patrol in Gao, Mali, on Feb. 23. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is considering dispatching Canadian soldiers ona United Nations peacekeeping mission in the country.
Long-awaited B.C. legislation on campaign finance reform won't limit donations
B.C. Premier Christy Clark speaks to media at her office in Victoria on Feb. 14, 2017. Ms. Clark says her government will introduce legislation on Monday to implement campaign finance reform measures that she promised almost a year ago.
The Latest: Florida's Alligator Alley reopens during fire
Child-care investment should be a priority for British Columbia
The creation of an affordable and accessible care plan for kids would be in British Columbia's economic interests
Valanciunas scores 25 points, leads Raptors past Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans forward DeMarcus Cousins, top left, works under the basket against Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Wednesday, March 8, 2017.
Man found competent for trial in Houston deputy's death
‘Daughters of the Vote’ fill seats in Parliament for International Women’s Day
Srosh Hassan delivers a statement during a Daughters of the Vote event, organized by Equal Voice Canada, in the House of Commons Wednesday
106 arrests sought after California white nationalist rally
FILE - In this June 26, 2016, file photo, paramedics rush a stabbing victim to an ambulance after violence erupted during a white nationalist group's rally outside the state Capitol in Sacramento, Calif. The California Highway Patrol said, Wednesday, March, 8, 2017, that after an eight-month long investigation, it is seeking 68 felony charges and more than 500 misdemeanors against 106 individuals involved in the incident where more than a dozen of people suffered stab wounds, cuts and bruises. (AP Photo/Steven Styles, File)
AP Source: Huntsman offered job of ambassador to Russia
FILE - In this Jan. 16, 2012, file photo, former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman, announces he is ending his campaign for president in Myrtle Beach, S.C. A White House official says Huntsman is President Donald Trump's choice to be the next U.S. ambassador to Russia. Huntsman will take the diplomatic post as senior members of Trump's administration face questions about their contact with the Russian government. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak, File)
Minneapolis man gets 1 year for threat to blow up mosque
Blend of John Morris and Jim Cotter a boon at Brier
British Columbia skip John Morris, left, and vice skip Jim Cotter share a laugh in draw 12 action against Newfoundland and Labrador at the Tim Hortons Brier curling championship at Mile One Centre in St. John's on Wednesday, March 8, 2017.
These seven archaic ‘zombie laws’ still exist in the Criminal Code
Duelling is acceptable, but challenging someone to a duel is strictly prohibited under Canada’s criminal code.
Woman files suit over arrest in 2015 Texas biker shootout
Highway closed northwest of Edmonton as police deal with armed suspect: RCMP
Ezzrett ‘Sugarfoot’ Anderson, legendary Calgary Stampeder, dies at 97
Following in the footsteps of Herb Trawick, Anderson was among the first African-American players in the CFL. He is seen holding a photo of him and Jackie Robinson taken in 1955 at the Royalite Service Station, which Anderson owned at the time in Calgary.
Leafs will need to keep Flyers’ Simmonds in check
Philadelphia Flyers right wing Wayne Simmonds (17) controls the puck in front of Washington Capitals goalie Braden Holtby (70) and defenseman Karl Alzner (27) during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, March 4, 2017, in Washington.
Uber to ban 'greyball' tool used to stymie regulators
'It blew everyone away': HSBC Canada Sevens rugby tournament back in Vancouver
Canada head coach Damian McGrath speaks during a news conference in Vancouver, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. Vancouver will host the Rugby Sevens tournament this coming weekend. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
New protocol for prosecutors won't cut corners in grave cases: justice minister
2 rescued from capsized yacht in heavy seas off Australia
In this Wednesday, March 8, 2017 image made from video, Nick Dwyer, second right, and Barbara Heftman, right, thank police rescuers in Sydney after being rescued off Australia's southeastern coast. The Irishman and French woman have been rescued after their yacht's rudder broke in raging seas between Australia and New Zealand in the midst of the couple's around the globe voyage. (Australian Broadcasting Corporation via AP)
Raptors forward Carroll out vs. Pelicans
Chicago woman charged in case of man forced to drink bleach
Lives Lived: Dorothy Wilde, 97
Even in her final decades, Dorothy Wilde continued to take on the world.
Mother Divine, widow of religious leader Father Divine, dies
Green light to be given to $500-million growth fund backed by big banks
Former Calgary Stampeders star Ezzrett (Sugarfoot) Anderson dies at age 97
Gambia investigators exhume remains of opposition activist
Liberals take aim at old abortion law
Henry Morgentaler, seen in Toronto in 1988, raises his arms in victory after the Supreme Court ruled the Criminal Code’s abortion provision to be unconstitutional. On Wednesday, the Trudeau government tabled legislation to remove provision altogether.
National Park Service pushes back cherry blossom prediction
FILE- In this March 24, 2016, file photo, cherry blossoms in full bloom are lit pink at sunrise by the tidal basin in Washington, looking toward the Jefferson Memorial. The predicted peak blooming period for this year's cherry blossom season in Washington is being pushed back. National Park Service officials announced just last week that the peak bloom was expected between March 14, 2017, and March 17. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
Young's agent says headed to Regina to finalize Riders deal
2 Marine women say photos of them put online without consent
Eight years and counting: What’s driving the most-hated bull market in history
The Wall Street bull is seen in the financial district in New York City on March 7, 2017.
Freakish calm envelops bull market as eighth year rolls by
The bull statue in the Financial District near the New York Stock Exchange in New York. Eight years into the current bull market and no existential crisis plagues this advance.
AP FACT CHECK: White House overly downbeat about budgeteers
White House press secretary Sean Spicer talks to the media during the daily press briefing at the White House in Washington, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
UN envoy says next round of Syrian talks to start March 23
Gabourey Sidibe reveals weight-loss surgery in new memoir
FILE - In this Nov. 14, 2016 file photo, Gabourey Sidibe arrives at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards in Los Angeles. Sidibe says she had weight-loss surgery last year after being diagnosed with diabetes. In an excerpt from her forthcoming memoir published Wednesday by People magazine, the Oscar-nominated actress says she underwent the procedure in May 2016. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
Rona Ambrose’s bill on sex assault education for judges to be fast-tracked
Rona Ambrose speaks during Question Period at Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Thursday, March 24, 2016.
No more love for WikiLeaks from Trump after CIA hacked
White House press secretary Sean Spicer talks to the media during the daily press briefing at the White House in Washington, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Beyond the big numbers: What to watch for in new Canadian jobs data
A job seeker through a bulletin board for employment opportunities at a job fair in Toronto.
Control board: Puerto Rico needs to take emergency action
Manitoba looks at cutting the number of mandatory inquests into deaths
Thoughts on the power of pink
A model walks the runway during the Valentino show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2017 on October 2, 2016 in Paris, France.
Deportation of bipolar man who came to Canada as baby called 'heartless'
Lawyer Peter Golden, left to right, Daniel Van Heest and Len Van Heest are seen in this undated handout photo. 59-year-old Len Van Heest was deported to the Netherlands this week despite living in Canada since he was eight months old. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Daniel Van Heest, *MANDATORY CREDIT*
Explore three of British Columbia’s best-kept skiing secrets
Tessa Treadway and her family ski through the snow at Troll Resort
Globe editorial: In Alberta, justice delayed vs. justice denied
Collection: iStockphoto Item number: 89905583 Title: Balance Scales With Feather And Rock.
Official: Couple hundred US Marines go into Syria
Young Toronto FC side heads to Italy for prestigious Viareggio Cup tournament
Ottawa paramedics say a traffic stop likely saved a man from a fatal overdose
Newfoundland Crown to appeal officer’s acquittal in sex assault trial
Snelgrove’s acquittal on Feb. 24 became a flashpoint for public outrage about “rape culture” and the issue of consent.
The Latest: Deputy says he was 'terrified' before shooting
Ivanka Trump rents house from foreign billionaire suing US
The Wednesday news briefing: An at-a-glance survey of some top stories
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks during an event marking International Women's day in Ottawa, Wednesday March 8, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Canadian fashion entrepreneur Peter Nygard pays $50,000 fine in Bahamas
An environmental group that brought the case against Nygard says he nearly doubled the size of his property over the years by digging up sand and placing it along his beachfront.
The hottest tickets in town: Five things to do in Toronto
Brad Wheeler
Ouellette says CWHL final a boost for women's hockey, except lack of French TV
Marie-Philip Poulin, captain of Les Canadiennes de Montreal, the Canadian Women's Hockey League champions, poses for photos with the Clarkson Cup after a news conference, Wednesday, March 8, 2017 in Brossard, Que..THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
Banks, finance minister set to unveil business growth fund: sources
Power being restored after winds cut power to thousands in southern Ontario
B.C.'s softwood lumber envoy says long-term deal needed with U.S.
Carl and Hanna's retirement after deferring CPP to 70
Canada's Kingsbury, Dufour-Lapointe earn moguls bronze at world championships
Green light to be given to $500-million growth fund backed by big banks
Canadian bank headquarters stand on Bay Street in Toronto.
Edmonton mother charged after infant left in vehicle in frigid conditions
Young Canadians could pay dearly for Liberals’ deficit-financed spending: report
Finance Minister Bill Morneau’s budget is expected to include a heavy focus on skills and innovation.
Business Highlights
Why the Prince of Wales is an underrated entrepreneur
Britain's Prince Charles reacts as he speaks with armed forces personnel during a reception at Guildhall, after the Afghanistan service of commemoration at St Paul's Cathedral in London March 13, 2015.
Ex-aides: Trump has long been worried about recorded calls
FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2016, file photo, a television news correspondent, right, reports live from Trump Tower in New York. Long before he tweeted about wiretaps, President Donald Trump was worried about who was listening in on his calls. The president claimed in a series of early morning tweets over the weekend that his predecessor had ordered that his phones in Trump Tower be monitored in October, suggesting that “a good lawyer could make a great case” out of it.(AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)
Arkansas site no longer considered for immigrant shelter
Vegas, baby! City will host 2 NASCAR Cup races each year
Braves star Freeman honours mom by playing for Canada in WBC
Canada's Freddie Freeman drives in a run on a base hit in the first inning during an exhibition baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Tuesday, March 7, 2017, in Dunedin, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
How major US stock market indexes fared on Wednesday
No ruling yet on man's bond request in Jewish threats case
In this undated image taken from BRIC TV video, journalist Juan Thompson speaks while appearing on a panel in New York, which was discussing racism. Thompson, who is accused of making bomb threats to several Jewish centers across the country, faces a hearing in federal court in Missouri on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, to determine whether he can be released on bail. (BRIC TV via AP)
Barcelona makes history with 6-1 comeback win over PSG
National Ballet brings iconic Canadian elements to new production of 'Pinocchio'
Piotr Stanczyk, left, as Gepetto and Skylar Campbell as Pinocchio rehearse for "Pinocchio" at the National Ballet in Toronto on Friday March 3, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
Ambrose bill to make judges take classes on sex assault law fast-tracked
No indictment for 5 Newark officers in double-fatal shooting
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