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China's exports accelerate in March, import growth moderates
FILE - In this Dec. 8, 2016 file photo, trucks line up at a container port in Qingdao in east China's Shandong province. China’s export growth accelerated in March in a positive sign for global demand while import growth cooled, according to customs data Thursday, April 13, 2017. (Chinatopix via AP, File)
Class-action suit seeks damages for people who got sick from Robin Hood flour
Federal agency expands national flour recall to include additional products
Canadiens frustrated with lack of finish in 2-0 shutout loss to Rangers
Montreal Canadiens coach Claude Julien argues with referee Ian Walsh during third period of game one NHL Stanley Cup hockey playoff action against the New York Rangers, in Montreal on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. The Rangers beat the Canadiens 2-0 to lead the series. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
LGBTQ activists in Caribbean ask Canada for support, not salvation
LGBTQ activists Maurice Tomlinson, Jason Jones and Nigel Mathlin pose for a photo in Ottawa, on April 11, 2017.
Insiders with two Canadian marijuana companies cash in before legalization
Insiders with two of Canada’s largest marijuana companies are cashing in on the industry’s reefer madness before the country introduces its plans for legalized recreational pot.
Finance minister, premier square off in playoff hockey Battle of Alberta
Sheriff: Explosion in Louisiana forest leads to evacuation
Bangladesh militant hanged for attack aimed at British envoy
FILE - In this June 16, 2014 file photo, Mufti Abdul Hannan, center, leader of banned radical group Harkatul Jihad al Islami, stands at a court in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Authorities in Bangladesh have executed Hannan and two accomplices for their involvement in a grenade attack against a British diplomat at a popular Islamic shrine in 2004. (AP Photo/A.M. Ahad, File)
Hawaiian fisherman asks to restrict foreign fishing licenses
Ottawa appoints four new judges as pressure mounts to help clogged courts
Minister of Justice and Attorney General Jody Wilson-Raybould answers a question during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa, on April 11, 2017.
Penguins, with Fleury in net, start Stanley Cup defence with 3-1 win over Blue Jackets
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Phil Kessel shoots and scores over the glove of Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Sergei Bobrovsky during the second period in game one of the first round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG PAINTS Arena.
Bruins 19-year-old defenceman Charlie McAvoy makes NHL debut in playoffs
Alberta government announces $13 million for Calgary flood mitigation
Fleury makes late start, Penguins rush by Blue Jackets 3-1
Raptors beat resting Cavaliers to close out their regular season
Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas shoots over Cleveland Cavaliers forward Channing Frye during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, on April 12, 2017.
The Latest: Coffman defiant at jeers during town hall
QMJHL Roundup: Sea Dogs down Foreurs 7-1, advance with second-round sweep
Calgary Opera director says he quit production over selection of white singer
The director who left a Calgary Opera production of South Pacific over a casting issue says he quit because it was his understanding that a white performer had been selected to play an Asian character – and he disputes the company’s version of events.
Questions raised over marijuana task force chair's ties to industry
Leader of the federal task force on marijuana Anne McLellan, seen in Ottawa in 2016, is also a senior adviser at Bennett Jones LLP, a major advisory firm in the marijuana sector.
Bill raises doubts about independence of infrastructure bank
C-44, an omnibus budget bill that Finance Minister Bill Morneau tabled this week, outlines how the government will appoint a board of directors for the bank. It also describes the board’s powers to make decisions on infrastructure investments.
Cavs rest LeBron, finish collapse with 98-83 loss to Raptors
Texas attorney general's criminal trial moved to September
Kansas secretary of state prosecutes non-citizen for voting
Mother pleads guilty in death of son, 3; agrees to testify
The Latest: Ad firm proud of 'Fearless Girl' statue
Parents say boy shot at California school is recovering
Irving rejects allegations of meddling in contract at question in RCMP Norman probe
Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, left, greets officers at a change of command ceremony in Halifax on July 12, 2013.
Judge rules in favour of family of Milwaukee man shot by cop
Boston Bruins draw first blood in series against Ottawa Senators
Ottawa Senators goalie Craig Anderson keeps his eye on the puck as defenceman Cody Ceci, right, looks on during Game 1 of the NHL Stanley Cup hockey playoff action against the Boston Bruins, in Ottawa on Wednesday, April 12, 2017.
The Latest: Michigan city rescinds 'sanctuary city' status
Blue Jay bats waste a gem by Stroman as nightmare start continues
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Marcus Stroman works against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of their matchup in Toronto on Wednesday.
Kinder Morgan Pipeline looms large in B.C. election
Liberal Leader Christy Clark toasts after serving tea to supporters during a campaign stop at a Korean restaurant in Coquitlam, B.C., on Wednesday April 12, 2017. A provincial election will be held on May 9.
Mexico: Dead body found on hospital roof in Sinaloa state
Montreal Canadiens unable to find scoring touch in Game 1 loss to New York Rangers
The New York Rangers’ Rick Nash defends goalie Henrik Lundqvist as the Montreal Canadiens’ Andrew Shaw drives to the net during Game 1 of the Eastern Conference quarter-finals in Montreal on Wednesday.
Marathon swimmer Ann Meraw conquered the waves
Swimmer Ann Meraw, who died three weeks after her 100th birthday, taught generations of infants to swim as part of an innovative “water babies” program she launched at Vancouver’s Crystal Pool.
Guy Boucher feels Senators let one slip by against Bruins in Game 1 loss
Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand (63) celebrates his game-winning goal with teammate David Pastrnak during the third period of the first round of Stanley Cup playoff action against the Ottawa Senators, in Ottawa on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
1st black woman on state's highest court found dead by river
Glass scores, Lundqvist solid as Rangers top Canadiens 2-0 in series opener
New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist and teammates Dan Girardi, left, and Derek Stepan celebrate following third period of game one NHL Stanley Cup hockey playoff action against the Montreal Canadiens, in Montreal on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. The Rangers beat the Canadiens 2-0 to lead the series. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
Ottawa still facing obstacles on road to legalizing marijuana
Ottawa still needs to strike deals with the Senate, the provinces and the U.S. government in its bid to lift the 94-year-old prohibition on the drug.
Chase Anderson sharp as Brewers blank slumping Blue Jays 2-0
Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Orlando Arcia (3) throws after outing Toronto Blue Jays catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia (10) for a double-play to end ninth inning interleague baseball action in Toronto, Wednesday, April 12, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
Blue Jays' early-season tailspin continues with seventh loss in eight games
Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Orlando Arcia (3) throws after outing Toronto Blue Jays catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia (10) for a double-play to end ninth inning interleague baseball action in Toronto, Wednesday, April 12, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
Accuser's lawyer wants to depose Seattle mayor on May 2
Canadian Forces to facilitate transition to civilian life
In furtherance of mandate letters provided to the ministers of Defence and Veterans Affairs by Prime Minister Trudeau, the Canadian Armed Forces announced on Wednesday new systems designed to ease the transition from active service to civilian life for service members.
Special teams crucial in Calgary Flames-Anaheim Ducks playoff series
New Zealanders evacuated from parts of coast as storm hits
Flood waters cover farmland beside the Kaeo River in the upper North Island of New Zealand Thursday, April 13, 2017. Hundreds of people in New Zealand were evacuated from some coastal areas on Thursday as the second major storm in just over a week made landfall near the North Island town of Whakatane. (Peter de Graaf /Northern Advocate via AP)
Will voters notice Trudeau’s use of ‘ominous bills'?
John Ibbitson
Coach Rumble quickly gets Canada up to speed for under-18 world championship
The logo for Hockey Canada is shown in a 2013 handout. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO
Whether with L.A. or another team, Iginla looking to play next season
Cam Talbot of the Edmonton Oilers blocks a shot on goal by Jarome Iginla of the Los Angeles Kings during the second period of a game at Staples Center on April 4, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.
Why are B.C.’s leaders silent on cannabis legalization?
Cannabis is a big part of the B.C. economy. Although it is difficult to accurately gauge job and revenue numbers for a largely illicit industry, by some accounts the economic impact of cannabis is bigger than agriculture or forestry.
Liberals to weed out positive spin to marijuana branding
Campbell Clark
Raptors hope to Buck postseason trend
Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo passes the ball out after being stopped by Toronto Raptors' Jonas Valanciunas, left, DeMarre Carroll, right, and Cory Joseph, centre, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 4, 2017, in Milwaukee.
What Canada’s doctors are concerned about with marijuana legalization
A young man smokes a marijuana joint during a rally in downtown Vancouver, B.C., on Wednesday April 20, 2011.
The Latest: Ex-White House press secretary subs for O'Reilly
FILE - In this Oct. 1, 2015 file photo, host Bill O'Reilly of "The O'Reilly Factor" on the Fox News Channel, poses for photos in the set in New York. Embattled Fox News Channel host Bill O’Reilly hasn’t taken this much time off consecutively in March or April for at least 10 years. O’Reilly says he’s off “The O’Reilly Factor” until April 24. Cable television’s most popular host has seen an advertiser exodus following reports of settlements reached with five women to keep quiet about harassment accusations. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
Didier Drogba signs with Phoenix Rising of USL
Playoff win drought continues as Sharks top Oilers in overtime 3-2
San Jose Sharks' Melker Karlsson and Patrick Marleau celebrate a goal as Oilers' Darnell Nurse skates past during overtime NHL playoff action in Edmonton, Alta., on Wednesday, April 12, 2017.
Lives Lived: Penelope Elizabeth Lawson, 75
Penelope Elizabeth Lawson was a wife, mother, nana and a force of nature.
Officials end probe into opposition to Muslim cemetery
Toronto Maple Leafs hope to squeeze tight Capitals in game one
Toronto Maple Leafs celebrate an empty-net goal by centre Auston Matthews against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period of the game in which they clinched a playoff spot on April 8, 2017, in Toronto.
B.C. health-care workers slam decision to reverse IHealth suspension
The disagreement over whether to hit pause on the order feature is part of a bigger controversy over IHealth, which is designed to get rid of paper records and create a “one patient, one record” system.
Marc-Andre Fleury gets surprise start in net for Penguins
B.C. eagerly anticipating federal bill legalizing marijuana
After decades as a marijuana renegade, British Columbia is eagerly anticipating the federal government’s bill legalizing marijuana.
Adult retraining has become a family affair
Sandra Martin
Syria chemical attack investigator moves on to new UN post
Donors shipping meals to feed inmates at dismal Haiti lockup
The Latest: Student wounded in CA school shooting identified
Former Trump campaign chairman to register as foreign agent
Calgary police chief lobbying for supervised consumption sites
Calgary Police Service chief Roger Chaffin speaks during an interview with The Canadian Press in Calgary, on Dec. 7, 2016.
Latest: Police say robbery motive in judge's shooting death
Family of Illinois man shot by St. Paul police files lawsuit
Woman charged with murder in Oklahoma officer's shooting
Ecuador opposition candidate challenges election results
As the city grows, what is the state of Toronto’s music scene?
Mike Tanner, Toronto’s music sector development officer.
Parents rally at legislature against education cuts in Saskatchewan
OSC alleges securities-law violations in Amaya probe
The Ontario Securities Commission has accused fund manager Ben Cheng and three other Bay Street participants of securities-law violations in connection with a leaked takeover offer in 2014 by online gambling company Amaya Inc.
DavidsTea plans to revamp after profit tumbles; shares drop
DavidsTea’s new chief executive, Joel Silver, said the retailer has ‘overwhelmed’ customers with new weekly products.
Trump, Xi converge on currency, Syria as US-China ties warm
President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in the East Room of the White House, Wednesday, April 12, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Contract extension gives Ontario teachers raises, more than $275-million in funds
Contract extensions agreed to by Ontario’s teachers and education workers come with more than $275-million in additional funding as well as four-per-cent raises.
Poloz maintains interest rates won’t solve Toronto’s housing mess
Stephen Poloz, Governor of the Bank of Canada, holds a news conference after the release of the bank's Monetary Policy Report, in Ottawa, Wednesday, April 12, 2017.
Oregon's Dillon Brooks says he's headed to the NBA draft
B.C. eagerly anticipating federal pot law; NDP, Greens prepare policy
Canada gives Trump administration warning on pipeline exclusion
Many U.S. pipelines, such as this Dakota Access construction project in North Dakota, use steel pipe made in Canada.
B.C. election: Key developments from Day Two on the campaign trail
Alberta Appeal Court upholds conviction of Calgary man in Ponzi scheme
California keeps travel ban despite 'bathroom bill' repeal
Water agency warns of possible heavy snow, rain, over Easter weekend
Discounts lure buyers to South African bank stocks amid political upheaval
Analysts expect South Africa’s four biggest banks to remain profitable despite recent downgrades and President Jacob Zuma’s (pictured) firing of finance minister Pravin Gordhan in March.
Congressman: Spicer comments 'not without some validity'
Gordon Pape: These ETFs will help you play the new rising star of Asia
UBC board to vote on new sexual misconduct policy in wake of scandals
Students walk on campus at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, B.C., on Sept. 2, 2015. UBC is set to vote on a new sexual misconduct policy in the wake of allegations it mishandled complaints against a history PhD student and former creative writing chairman Steven Galloway.
Christian Bale to play Dick Cheney in Adam McKay's biopic
Globe editorial: The agony, ecstasy and agony of supporting Canada’s NHL teams
Fans wait in line for the Ferris wheel at the Fan Jam before game one of the first round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs between the New York Rangers and Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre in Montreal on Wednesday.
Globe editorial: Trudeau boards the omnibus-lite
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau answers a question during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa on Wednesday.
Historians and filmmakers dissect CBC's maligned doc series 'The Story of Us'
Actors portraying Laura Secord and Cayuga warrior John Tutela are shown in a scene from the CBC docu-drama "Canada:The Story of Us." THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-CBC MANDATORY CREDIT
Man pleads guilty to smuggling dozens from Pakistan to US
No charges for California police who fatally shot Guatemalan
In this April 24, 2015, attorney Jonathan Melrod holds up a photo of Amilcar Perez-Lopez at a new conference in San Francisco, to announce a federal lawsuit. Prosecutors said two San Francisco police detectives will not face criminal charges for shooting and killing the young Guatemalan immigrant armed with a knife. The San Francisco district attorney said Wednesday, April 12, 2017, that the plainclothes detectives feared that Perez-Lopez was attacking one of them with a knife. The two were in an unmarked car when they responded to a call the night of Feb. 25, 2015 reporting a man chasing another man with a knife. (Paul Chinn /San Francisco Chronicle via AP)
Three separate fires in Ottawa's Vanier area deemed suspicious: police
North Carolina legislator compares Lincoln to Hitler
The Latest: Human remains removed from Waikiki apartment
A police car sits outside an apartment building where human remains were found in Honolulu's Waikiki neighborhood, Wednesday, April 12, 2017. Police arrested a 26-year-old man Tuesday on suspicion of second-degree murder after human remains were found in his Waikiki apartment. (AP Photo/Jennifer Sinco Kelleher)
OSC levels insider trading allegations over Amaya's purchase of PokerStars
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