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Customer in hospital after random Calgary stabbing, followed by armed standoff
China invites foreign experts to treat Nobel laureate Liu
In this Thursday, June 29, 2017, photo, a video clip shows China's jailed Nobel Peace laureate Liu Xiaobo lying on a bed receiving medical treatment at a hospital on a computer screen in Beijing. China says it has invited U.S. and German liver cancer experts to join a medical team treating imprisoned Liu. The judicial bureau for the northeastern city of Shenyang said Wednesday, July 5, 2017, in an online statement that Liu's family members made a request for foreign experts and Liu's medical team agreed. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
Tokyo governor to push for smoking ban before 2020 Olympics - Nikkei
Authorities: 5-year-old killed while brothers play with gun
Police: Neighbor stopped man who was stabbing 4 relatives
Prince's former drummer dies at 43 in Florida
Wildfire threatening homes, forcing evacuations in town south of Penticton, B.C.
The Latest: UN chief sends envoy to Gulf amid Qatar crisis
A woman takes a photo of a black-and-white depiction of Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, that has attracted signatures and comments of support from residents amid a diplomatic crisis between Qatar and neighboring Arab countries, in Doha, Qatar, Monday, July 3, 2017. A group of Arab nations early on Monday extended a deadline for Qatar to respond to their list of demands in a diplomatic crisis roiling the Gulf by 48 hours, saying Kuwait's emir requested the delay as part of his efforts to mediate the dispute. (AP Photo/Maggie Hyde)
Ostapenko ready to ratchet up aggression
Brits to take center stage on Centre Court
America's Cup arrives back in New Zealand
Arab nations say they have Qatar’s response to their demands
Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani speaks during a joint press conference with his German counterpart in the Qatari capital Doha on July 4, 2017.
China's Tencent shrugs off impact of play-time limits; shares rise
Amber Alert cancelled after eight-year-old girl in Prince Albert, Sask. found safe
BC NDP says political donation ban to include in-kind contributions
British Columbia’s New Democrats say they will move quickly once in government to ban all corporate and union donations.
Oil settles slightly up; rally on U.S. inventory draw fades
Amber Alert cancelled in Prince Albert, Sask., for little girl, suspect arrested
A vehicle driven by a suspect wanted in a Amber Alert in Prince Albert, Sask., is shown in this recent handout photo taken from surveillance video. RCMP in Prince Albert, Sask., have issued an Amber Alert for eight-year-old Daniella Shatokhina, who is believed to have been abducted by a man described as between 18 and 30 years of age with dark skin, long shaggy hair and wearing a dark ball cap. He is believed to be driving a dark four-door vehicle with a rear spoiler. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO - RCMP *MANDATORY CREDIT*
Peru prosecutors seek new arrest warrant for ex-President Toledo
Rift forms within Ryerson Students’ Union over demands for Indigenous justice
Students pass the library at Ryerson University in Toronto.
‘Odious’ Khadr payout is the penalty for being lax on the rule of law
Campbell Clark
China invites foreign experts to help treat ailing dissident Liu
Singapore repatriates two 'radicalized' maids to Indonesia: minister
City exploring options for retired or failed Winnipeg police dogs
The Latest: Police arrest man they say stabbed 4 relatives
Finally, farewell: Chris Bosh, Miami Heat formally part ways
Veteran sues Ottawa over pension-payment delays
Doug Jost found himself on the verge of bankruptcy after he retired on July 1, 2015, and had to wait until Jan. 20, 2016, for any money from his pension.
The ‘Flying Leap’: A sneaker with history breaks the mould on failed Chinese branding
Flag-waving Californians flock to July 4 parades, parties
The Latest: Southbound I-17 reopens after wrong-way crash
Halt to Indian-status registration postponed amid senate impasse
A threatened halt to the granting of Indian status to thousands of people across Canada has been averted for at least a month after a Quebec judge said Ottawa may appeal a court decision that had thrown the process into jeopardy.
Swimmer from Puerto Rico drowns in New Hampshire lake
Men’s first round at Wimbledon falls short of expectations
Novak Djokovic of Serbia plays a backhand during the Gentlemen's Singles first round match against Martin Klizan of Slovakia on day two of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 4, 2017 in London, England.
Israeli opposition leader Herzog ousted as head of Labour Party
Formula One teams up with Lagardere in China push
Security hurdles curb attendance at Canada 150 celebrations in Ottawa
Workers move a cement security barrier near Parliament Hill on Canada Day in Ottawa on Saturday, July 1, 2017.
After China spending spree, rainmaker Hu says time to look closer to home
Canada loses to Brazil 3-1 in opener of Volleyball World League Finals
Lawrence of Arabia, Rolls fans say they solved WWI mystery
Across Canada, dump trucks and buses protect summer crowds from vehicle attacks
A TTC bus and city dump truck block the intersection at Yonge Street and Queen Street west during Canada 150 celebrations in nearby Nathan Phillips Square. Toronto police spokesperson Mark Pugash confirms the vehicles were placed here to prevent any possible attack on the thousands of people that gathered near here during the long weekend.
Bulldozer scrapes chicken innards from highway after spill
Auschwitz Memorial condemns congressman's gas chamber video
FILE- In this Dec. 10, 2016, file photo, Republican candidate Clay Higgins, with his wife, Becca, addresses supporters after his victory in Louisiana's 3rd congressional district run-off election in Lake Charles, La. Officials at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum have criticized Clay Higgins for narrating part of a five-minute video from inside a former gas chamber at the Nazi concentration camp in Poland. Louisiana news outlets report that Clay Higgins posted the video Saturday, July 1, 2017. (Lee Celano/The Daily Advertiser via AP, File)
Ontario survey shows rise in support for Liberals a year out from election
Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne is pictured in the Ontario Legislature in Toronto on Tuesday May 30 , 2017.
Woman still in hospital after portable toilet tipped at festivities
U.S. prosecutors ask judge to silence Shkreli during trial
City of Toronto apologizes for rapper Belly’s language at Canada 150 performance
Visitors sit by the Toronto sign at Nathan Phillips Square on April 13, 2017. The City of Toronto is apologizing for the “inappropriate content” during a rapper’s closing performance to the city’s Canada Day festivities at Nathan Phillips Square.
Trademark jurisdiction becomes focus of Cleveland Indians’ Ontario court case
Just before last year’s American League Championship Series, Mr. Cardinal filed applications with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario and the Canadian Human Rights Commission, objecting to the Indians’ team name and its logo, Chief Wahoo, a cartoon depiction of a native with red skin, a hooked nose and toothy grin.
Australia's Vocus allows KKR to conduct due diligence for $1.7 billion bid
Five people killed by shelling on Tripoli beach
We need to talk about sex, robot experts say
1 dead in July 4 crash that shut down part of Interstate 17
Samsung on track to take Intel's chip crown with record second-quarter earnings
Samsung on track to take Intel's chip crown with record second-quarter earnings
Globe editorial: Omar Khadr, Canada and the fragile rule of law
Omar Khadr speaks to the media after he was granted bail in Edmonton, Alberta on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Amber Bracken for The Globe and Mail
RCMP workshop teaches police to train dogs to find fentanyl
An RCMP officer and dog are seen next to a scent wall in this undated handout photo. A workshop at the RCMP's dog training centre in Alberta has attracted officers and animals from police forces across the continent eager to see the centre's pioneering work tackling the scourge of fentanyl.
Plane crashes off Venezuelan island with 9 people aboard
Heavy grades hold steady on strong demand
Heavy grades hold steady on strong demand
The Latest: Trump administration ponders NKorea response
This photo distributed by the North Korean government shows what was said to be the launch of a Hwasong-14 intercontinental ballistic missile, ICBM, in North Korea's northwest, Tuesday, July 4, 2017. Independent journalists were not given access to cover the event depicted in this photo. North Korea claimed to have tested its first intercontinental ballistic missile in a launch Tuesday, a potential game-changing development in its push to militarily challenge Washington — but a declaration that conflicts with earlier South Korean and U.S. assessments that it had an intermediate range. (Korean Central News Agency/Korea News Service via AP)
500 Startups’ fate in Canada jeopardized after founder Dave McClure’s exit
The high-profile exit of 500 Startups founder Dave McClure, pictured, over the Silicon Valley venture capitalist’s “inappropriate” interactions with women left the fate of its Canadian operation in limbo Tuesday, as managers here scrambled to convince institutional investors set to back its first Canadian fund to stay committed.
Toronto Argonauts president Copeland not concerned about club's attendance woes
The moon rises as the Toronto Argonauts play the Montreal Alouettes during the first half of CFL pre-season football action in Toronto, Thursday June 8, 2017. After attracting just over 13,500 spectators to their home opener, the Toronto Argonauts drew only 11,219 fans to their 28-15 loss Friday night to the B.C. Lions. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Mark Blinch
New pilot-fatigue rules criticized by unions, airline industry
The proposed federal regulations would cut the number of consecutive hours pilots are allowed to fly from 14 to between nine and 13, depending on what time of day the flight takes off.
Heat waive Bosh, plan to retire his jersey number
After fire, Utah town celebrates July 4 sans fireworks
John Doyle: The Standups proves jokes about airports and fast food unite the U.S.
John Doyle
Muslim prayers at Quebec zoo upset some people
Brazil's Renova confirms receiving formal bid from Brookfield
Brazil's Renova confirms receiving formal bid from Brookfield
Brazil lawmaker tapped to lead proceedings against president
City of Toronto apologizes for rapper's language during Canada 150 performance
Shipping, transportation industry applaud Ottawa’s commitment to trade corridor
The $2-billion National Trade Corridors Fund will see to eliminate bottlenecks at Canada’s major ports of entry, including the Port of Vancouver.
CEO says cause of deadly mill explosion remains unknown
Calgary Flames early wooing of Foo helped sign coveted college free agent
Calgary Flames' Spencer Foo speaks to the media in Calgary on Tuesday, July 4, 2017. Spencer Foo says he went where he felt most wanted. This year's coveted college free agent is from Edmonton and grew up watching the Oilers, but the Calgary Flames have been courting him since he was a freshman at Union College and invited him to their development camp a year ago. The right-winger signed a two-year entry-level contract with them. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Donna Spencer
Police: Man says he doesn't recall killing wife in Uber car
In this image made from a video provided by Q13 News, Cameron Espitia, who is accused of fatally shooting his wife Jennifer Espitia, makes an appearance in a King County courtroom in Seattle, Monday, July 3, 2017. Police say Jennifer Espitia was killed early Sunday in Seattle's Queen Anne neighborhood during an argument with Cameron Espitia while in a ride-hailing vehicle. (Bill Bushmaker/Q13 News via AP)
Gordon Pape: These are three of my favourite ETFs for income investors
When Gordon Pape selects ETFs for readers of his Income Investor newsletter, he looks for those with a sustainable payout stream and relatively low volatility.
Rangers embarrassed by Luxembourg side to exit Europa League
Vancouver city councillor joins Horgan’s BC NDP leadership team as chief of staff
British Columbia Premier-designate, NDP Leader John Horgan pauses while speaking outside Government House after meeting with Lt-Gov. Judith Guichon in Victoria, B.C., on Thursday, June 29, 2017.
4 hospitalized after small plane crashes near Puerto Rico
CFL to unveil Randy Ambrosie as new commissioner on Wednesday: source
A football with th CFL logo sits on a chair.
US-Cuba sea mission finds healthy reefs, invasive lionfish
Source: CFL to unveil new commissioner Ambrosie during Tuesday news conference
A football with the new CFL logo sits on a chair during a press conference in Winnipeg, Friday, November 27, 2015. Randy Ambrosie has been officially hired as the next commissioner of the CFL, a league source has confirmed to The Canadian Press.The source said the CFL has scheduled a news conference in Toronto on Wednesday to formally announce the appointment of the 14th commissioner in league history. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Groups welcome Alberta court ruling for new trial in Cindy Gladue case
Protestors march against the acquittal of Bradley Barton in the death of Cindy Gladue in Edmonton, Alberta on Thursday, April 2, 2015. Crown prosecutors have filed an appeal of the decision, seeking a new trial.
Whitecaps coach looking for improved defensive effort with NYCFC in town
Lives Lived: John Adams, 90
John Adams.
Vancouver councillor, banker, strategist appointed to B.C. NDP leadership team
Health Canada testing Banana Boat sunscreen products as complaints mount
Daniel Hawkins, 12, shows a burn on his arm in this undated handout photo. A British Columbia mother says her 12-year-old son suffered burn injuries after using a Banana Boat sunscreen product.THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO, Patrizia Fitch *MANDATORY CREDIT*
Strong Canadian auto sales fuel case for rate hike
A Kia dealership in Oshawa, Ontario, June 1, 2017/
Groups welcome Alberta court ruling in Gladue case, hope it leads to change
Bear survey asks about residents' conflicts with bears
Alberta's former RCMP commanding officer sworn in as new provincial ombudsman
Ousted Manitoba backbencher plans legal challenge for right to cross the floor
Conservative MP Steven Fletcher holds a press conference on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa Thursday March 27, 2014. A Manitoba politician who was kicked out of the governing Progressive Conservative caucus says he's planning a court challenge against a law that forbids him from joining another party's caucus. Steven Fletcher, who was dumped by the Tories last Friday, said Monday a provincial law that forbids him, or any other Manitoba politician, from crossing the legislature floor is unconstitutional. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Chartrand
Tennis - Vandeweghe leads American charge on Independence Day
Most actively traded companies on the TSX
Canadian IPO market not keeping up with investor demand: survey
PwC survey found a 'mismatch' between supply of new IPOs and demand.
Conservatives raised more funds than Liberals in 2016, but spent more to do it
Conservative Party leader Andrew Scheer speaks to reporters during an end of session media availability on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Wednesday, June 21, 2017. Annual financial reports published today show the Conservatives raised $18.25 million from 82,662 donors in 2016.
In Syria's Raqqa, Old City wall a testament to glorious days
This image posted online on March 22, 2015, by the Islamic State group, shows the historic Baghdad Gate, part of the 8th century Old City wall of Raqqa. The gate was one of the many entrances to the old city of Raqqa. On Tuesday, July, 2017 U.S-backed Syrian fighters breached the old city wall, entering Raqqa city, the de-facto capital of the Islamic State group, from Baghdad gate. The U.S-backed fighters clashed with the militants inside the old city. The advance, also from two other points in the wall, marked a major advance for the U.S-backed forces who are seeking to uproot the militant group from the IS stronghold in northern Syria. (Islamic State media via AP)
In Afghanistan, U.S. senators call for coherent policy from Trump
Foreign buyer activity in Ontario market about five per cent, government says
After loss in Dallas, Toronto FC faces another tough road game in Orlando
Toronto FC forward Jozy Altidore challenges as FC Dallas midfielder Ryan Hollingshead (12) clears the ball on a Toronto FC attack during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, July 1, 2017, in Frisco, Texas. Looking to rebound from just its third loss of the season, Toronto FC turns its attention from FC Dallas to Orlando on Wednesday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP, Tony Gutierrez
13 fishermen, boat, missing off Nicaragua's Atlantic coast
Kenya county officials blame military for 5 in shallow grave
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