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Lobbyist in Trump Tower meeting spoke to grand jury: source
In this photo taken July 11, 2017, Donald Trump Jr. is interviewed by host Sean Hannity on his Fox News Channel television program, in New York.
Explosions rock flood-crippled chemical plant near Houston
The Arkema Inc. chemical plant is flooded from Tropical Storm Harvey, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, in Crosby, Texas. The plant, about 25 miles (40.23 kilometers) northeast of Houston, lost power and its backup generators amid Harvey’s dayslong deluge, leaving it without refrigeration for chemicals that become volatile as the temperature rises. (Godofredo A. Vasquez/Houston Chronicle via AP)
Cavaliers finalize blockbuster trade with Celtics, get extra pick: source
In this Nov. 3, 2016, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving looks to drive against Boston Celtics' Isaiah Thomas during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland.
Canada falls to U.S. in gold medal game of wheelchair basketball Americas Cup
Source: Grand jury hears from lobbyist in Trump Tower chat
FILE- In this June 21, 2017, file photo, former FBI Director Robert Mueller, the special counsel probing Russian interference in the 2016 election, departs Capitol Hill following a closed door meeting in Washington. A grand jury used by Mueller has heard secret testimony from a Russian-American lobbyist who attended a June 2016 meeting with President Donald Trump's eldest son, The Associated Press has learned. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
Finally finished: Cavs-Celtics modify, complete big trade
FILE - In this Jan 30, 2017, file photo, Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) plays in the team's NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons in Boston. Thomas believes he will fully recover from a right hip injury that has threatened to void his recent trade to Cleveland. Thomas, who was dealt by the Celtics to the Cavaliers last week for star Kyrie Irving, told ESPN he has made progress in his recovery. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
Missouri lawmaker posts hope that monument vandal be 'hung'
China factory growth accelerates, service industries slip
In this Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017 photo, a worker walks by engine parts at a production base of China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC) Diesel Engine Co. Ltd. in Qingdao in east China's Shandong province. An official survey released Thursday, Aug. 31 shows Chinese manufacturing activity picked up pace in August, indicating a crucial component of the world's second-biggest economy is holding firm. (Chinatopix via AP)
Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation gives $1M to Harvey relief
FILE - In this Feb. 28, 2016 file photo, actor Leonardo DiCaprio arrives at the Vanity Fair Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, Calif. The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation has donated $1 million to the newly established United Way Harvey Recovery Fund which will go toward relief and recovery for several years. United Way Worldwide said Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, that the national fund will distribute 100 percent of donations to recovery efforts for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
Happ’s strong start spoiled as Red Sox beat fading Blue Jays
Jose Bautista of the Blue Jays leaps but cannot get to a ball during Wednesday’s game against the Boston Red Sox in Toronto.
Moreland drives in four, Red Sox beat Blue Jays for three-game sweep
Boston Red Sox' Mitch Moreland iscongratulated after he hit a two-run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in the seventh inning of their American League MLB baseball game in Toronto on Wednesday August 30, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Thornhill
Animals from Texas arrive for adoption in Seattle
New rules, tech are dimming Hong Kong's signature neon glow
Newfoundland couple wins $2.6-million Chase the Ace jackpot
Don and Marg Gorman of Conception Bay South were the winners of $2.6-million when Marge picked the ace of spades during the final draw of the Chase the Ace at St. Kevin's Parish in Goulds, N.L., on Aug. 30, 2017.
Video shows clerk at Calgary store fighting back against would-be thieves
A robbery takes place at a Calgary convenience store in this undated image taken from a security video. Heart-pounding security footage of a violent robbery at a Calgary convenience store captured a fearless clerk trading blows with a man and women armed with what appears to be a tire iron and pick axe.The clerk, who is identified by the store's owner only as Sunny, managed to barricade the pair inside the store before detaining one suspect in the parking lot until police arrived. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO, YouTube, logitactic canada *MANDATORY CREDIT*
If Trump triggers a withdrawal from NAFTA, we walk: Mexico
President Donald Trump points as he walks from Marine One across the South Lawn to the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, as he returns from Springfield, Mo. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
In Ecuador, a couple’s fight against child sex abuse looks to change public conversation
A groups of supporters at Ecuador Dice No Mas’s first-ever march against child sexual abuse in Guayaquil, Ecuador in November 2016. 200 survivors, activists and supporters took part.
Mexico warns Trump to back off of NAFTA withdrawal threat
Mexican Foreign Minister Luis Videgaray, left, and U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson arrive at the State Department on Aug. 30, 2017.
324K tourists expected in Las Vegas during Labor Day weekend
Texas ban on 'sanctuary cities' temporarily blocked by judge
FILE - In this June 26, 2017, file photo, Lydia Balderas, left, and Merced Leyua, right, join others as they protest against a new sanctuary cities bill outside the federal courthouse in San Antonio. A federal judge late Wednesday, Aug. 30, temporarily blocked most of Texas’ tough new “sanctuary cities” law that would have let police officers ask people during routine stops whether they’re in the U.S. legally and threatened sheriffs will jail time for not cooperating with federal immigration authorities. The law, known as Senate Bill 4, had been cheered by President Donald Trump’s administration and was set to take effect Friday. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
32,000 pounds of cooked chicken sausage being recalled
National Energy Board says Trans Mountain meets conditions for B.C. terminal
A tug boat is seen passing the Kinder Morgan Marine Terminal is seen on the south shore of Burrard Intlet just outside of Vancouver, Tuesday, May 1, 2012. The National Energy Board says the Trans Mountain pipeline project has met conditions required for the expansion of its Westridge Marine Terminal in Burnaby, B.C. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
The Latest: Chicago police superintendent gets new kidney
Stephon Marbury has emotional moment with Beijing fan at Q&A
Former NBA basketball player Stephon Marbury, left, talks to NYU freshmen at a question and answer session Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, in New York. Marbury gave all the people in attendance a pair of his Starbury sneakers. Marbury had a few stellar seasons in China after an NBA career that included stints with five teams, and he's become an iconic figure in the country. He has a statue and was featured on a postage stamp in Beijing, and then he got a museum and a musical in his honor. (AP Photo/Doug Feinberg)
Law advocates band together to urge NDP to reform B.C. justice system
Josh Paterson, head of the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association, shown in this 2015 file photo, said Wednesday, “We felt that it was important to come together as diverse organizations doing different work in the justice sector to remind the B.C. government and the public of these priorities."
NewsAlert: Harvey downgraded to tropical depression, but flooding continues
Sharapova defeats Babos to punch ticket to U.S. Open’s third round
Maria Sharapova celebrates winning her second-round match against Timea Babos at the U.S. Open in New York, on Aug. 30, 2017.
Judge removed from case of 3 bikers in Waco shootings trial
High pressure brings high heat to Western US
In this Aug. 29, 2017 photo, Abdala Rodriguez squirts water on his face during a break at Frosh/Soph football practice at Saddleback High School in Santa Ana, Calif. (Jeff Gritchen/The Orange County Register via AP)
Blue Jays’ Troy Tulowitzki can’t stop, won’t stop at shortstop
“One thing that I’ve always said since I’ve stepped foot on a big-league field is that I’ll start this thing as a shortstop and I’ll finish it as a shortstop,” Troy Tulowitzki said Wednesday.
Suspect in New Mexico library shooting planned to target high school: documents
A woman places flowers at the entrance of the Clovis-Carver Public Library in Clovis, N.M., on Aug. 29, 2017.
Scheer’s snub of Leitch speaks volumes about Conservative strategy
Campbell Clark
Mexico says poverty down to about 44 per cent of population
Jazz legend's son sues California brewery over beer label
Police standoff outside Alabama hospital ends peacefully
Winnipeg firefighter sentenced for stealing money, jewelry while on a call
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Conservative MP Gerry Ritz to announce his resignation, sources say
International Trade critic Gerry Ritz speaks with the media in the Foyer of the House of Commons in Ottawa, Thursday October 27, 2016. Gerry Ritz, one of the longest serving Conservative members of Parliament, is leaving federal political life. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Liberals to fund high-speed Internet in Lac-Saint-Jean ahead of key by-election
Justin Trudeau waves to the small crowd gathered in front of city hall in Alma, Que. on July 27, 2017.
B.C.’s tourism industry taking a significant hit due to wildfires
The Philpot Road wildfire is seen along a hillside just outside of Kelowna, B.C., on Aug. 28, 2017.
The Latest: Ketchikan breaks 50-year summer rain record
Streetwise newsletter: Proxy firm ISS tells Home Capital investors to say no to Buffett; National Bank gains on Quebec economy
Bank towers are shown from Bay Street in Toronto's financial district, on Wednesday, June 16, 2010. Canada's largest city is getting itself a new resident this year: the headquarters of the federal government's new infrastructure financing agency. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrien Veczan
Prosecutor: Lives at risk if court shooting video released
Expedia's CFO to replace CEO who defected to Uber
Police chief fired over fatal citizens academy exercise
David Tang was a fashion mogul who dominated the social scene
David Tang, seen in 2004, was best known for starting the Shanghai Tang luxury fashion brand, which pioneered the use of Chinese retro design themes and motifs.
Ice dancers Virtue and Moir say they'll miss Mike Babcock at Olympics
Canada's head coach Mike Babcock makes his way to practice at the Sochi Winter Olympics Thursday February 20, 2014 in Sochi, Russia. Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir say they won't miss Canada's NHL players in Pyeongchang so much as head coach Mike Babcock. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Sears Canada executive chairman rushing to assemble takeover bid
Shoppers stand in line waiting for a Sears outlet store to open in Halifax in July.
McCain will return to Senate next week
Trump, Saudi king discuss dispute with Qatar
Trudeau applauds front-line workers dealing with Phoenix pay problems
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau talks with reporters as New Brunswick Premier Brian Gallant looks on as they visit Wee College daycare and early learning centre in Moncton, N.B., on Aug. 30, 2017.
Proxy firm ISS tells Home Capital investors to say no to Buffett
Investor Warren Buffett poses for a portrait during an interview after a luncheon to benefit the Glide Foundation of San Francisco in New York April 23, 2014.
Man arrested in 1999 killing of prosecutor in Denver suburb
This undated booking photo provided by the Arapahoe County, Colo., Sheriff's Office shows Robert Williams. The sheriff's office says Williams, 70, has been arrested for the cold case murder of a prosecutor more than 18 years ago. According to a departmental release, Williams was arrested Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017, in the June 7, 1999 murder of Rebecca Bartee, then a 41-year-old prosecutor for the Arapahoe County District Attorney's Office, in her apartment in Centennial, Colo. (Arapaho County Sheriff's Office via AP)
The Latest: Video shows man swinging bat at police officer
New disclosure rules signal new era of clarity for ETF investors
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Man linked to Islamic State gets 45-month prison sentence
FILE - This undated file photo provided by the Midland County Sheriff's Office in Midland, Mich., shows Sebastian Gregerson, of Detroit. Gregerson accused of being a vigorous supporter of the Islamic State group has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison for a weapons crime. Prosecutors asked for a five-year sentence Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, repeatedly emphasizing his support for IS, a violent Islamic militant group, in writings and secretly recorded conversations. (Midland County Sheriff's Office via AP, File)
B.C. judge questions government’s depiction of solitary confinement system
A lawyer for the Canadian government is urging a judge not to strike down the country’s solitary confinement law, saying the practice can be necessary to protect the safety of people and the institution
Nova Scotia union gives notice of charter challenge of contentious labour bill
Labour laggard: Why New Brunswick is losing jobs and workers
People in line waiting to enter a J.D. Irving Ltd. job fair in Sussex, N.B., in 2016.
Business Highlights
Birds-eye view of flooded Houston captures Harvey's totality
Calling an audible: BC Liberals change leadership dates to avoid Super Bowl clash
Former B.C. premier Christy Clark speaks to media for the first time since announcing she will be stepping down as B.C. Liberal leader and MLA in Vancouver, B.C., on July 31, 2017.
Houston native Weaver focused on stories of kindness and compassion
Kaitlyn Weaver and Andrew Poje perform their senior ice dance free dance during the National Skating Championships in Ottawa on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017. Kaitlyn Weaver's childhood home has been destroyed by tropical storm Harvey.But the ice dancer who grew up in Houston before becoming a Canadian citizen in 2009 prefers to think of the positive stories of human generosity that have emerged from the devastation in Texas. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Lottery retires machine that printed record $758.7M ticket
A torn Trump still weighing fate of young immigrants
President Donald Trump pauses while speaking about on tax reform, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, at the Loren Cook Company in Springfield, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Harvey death toll surpasses 30; more fatalities expected
Tulowitzki in for off-season of "difficult rehab" after ankle injury
Toronto Blue Jays' Troy Tulowitzki, centre, is helped off the field by trainers Mike Frostad, left, and George Poulis after he injured himself awkwardly running across the first base bag in the third inning of their American League MLB baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Toronto on Friday, July 28, 2017. Troy Tulowitzki still hasn't watched the replay footage of him rolling his ankle a month ago.He doesn't want to. Nor does he need to. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Thornhill
German historian Volker Ullrich on Hitler comparisons in the time of Trump
Adolf Hitler at a stormtroopers (SA) march, Leipzig - 1933.
B.C. tourism industry taking a significant hit due to wildfires
Edmonton power company to construct $182-million North Dakota wind farm
Adviser, advisor or financial planner? Does the name matter?
CARP, the association for retired persons, has been vocal in calling for regulators to enforce more uniformity in qualifications and titles of financial planners.
Globe editorial: It shouldn’t be against the law to change parties
Steven Fletcher, when he was a federal Conservative MP. Seen here on June 30, 2004. PHOTO BY: Graeme Smith / The Globe and Mail
B.C. Liberals change leadership dates to avoid Super Bowl clash
In the battle of old versus new ways of teaching math, our kids are suffering
Matthew Oldridge.
Feds link man charged in Indiana threats to Maine extortions
Mountie pleads not guilty to killing pedestrian in northern Alberta
Globe editorial: With North Korea, talking is the only sane answer
North Koreans watch a news report showing North Korea’s Hwasong-12 intermediate-range ballistic missile launch at Pyongyang station in Pyongyang, North Korea, on Wednesday.
Hutchinson happy to be back in Canadian fold but taking it one game at a time
Naming rights for arenas is the norm: Why Scotiabank bet $800M on NHL stadium
A crowd of people gathers inside the Air Canada Centre in Toronto Wednesday, December 1, 2010. Scotiabank's estimated $800-million deal for the naming rights to the Air Canada Centre is the latest move by the corporation that sees itself as "the bank of hockey" to corner the sponsorship market of the national pastime. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese
Tropical storm Harvey hits close to home for Calgary Stampeders Mitchell, Davis
Anger over controversial Liberal tax proposals to be focus at caucus retreat
The Latest: No more suspects found after deputy killed
Law enforcement officers, including this Sacramento County sheriff's deputy surround a hotel where suspects believed to be involved in the shooting of police officers are located, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, in Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)
Five months from Pyeongchang, Virtue and Moir already feeling Olympic buzz
Flood insurance coverage plunged before Harvey
Mailboxes are seen in the flood waters in Lakeside Estate in Houston, Texas on August 30, 2017.
Hottest tickets in town: Five things to do in Toronto
Julie & The Wrong Guys.
The gold rally is overdone – here is the proof
Gold appears overvalued versus the most reliable trading indicator.
Saskatchewan MLA Bill Boyd facing environment, wildlife protection charges
The Wednesday news briefing: An at-a-glance survey of some top stories
Volunteers help a woman after she was rescued by boat from her home in Beaumont, Texas, in the aftermath of Harvey on Wednesday Aug. 30, 2017. (Jay Janner/Austin American-Statesman via AP)
NHL, NHLPA donate $200,000 to tropical storm Harvey relief efforts
Cop who killed man after high-speed chase won't face charges
AP Top Extended Financial Headlines at 5:27 p.m. EDT
Canadian regulator aims to improve transparency on segregated-fund sales
The Canadian Council of Insurance Regulators (CCIR) is reviewing the regulatory framework of segregated funds to identify whether changes are necessary, particularly in light of recent regulatory reforms – the Client Relationship Model initiative – affecting similar investment products such as mutual funds and exchanged-traded funds.
LA votes to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day
Man convicted in fatal Calgary gas and dash sentenced to 11 years in jail
Kobra Mohammadi, centre, mother of Maryam Rashidi, arrives at court with family members for Joshua Cody Mitchell's sentencing hearing in Calgary, Alta., on Aug. 30, 2017.
'Barcoding' brain cancer cells helps untangle complexity, points to treatment targets
Dr. Peter Dirks, a neurosurgeon and senior scientist at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, is shown in a handout photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Hospital for Sick Children MANDATORY CREDIT
Number of people hurt in train crash in Poland rises to 28
Firefighters stand near the train that hit a cargo train in Smetowo Graniczne, Poland Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017. Seven of the passenger train's 11 carriages derailed in the collision. (Krzysztof Mania/KFP via AP)
Trump administration reverses little-used welfare waivers
India immersion yields lessons in culture as much as business
India is one of three countries that Ivey Global Lab participants can go to for opportunities to work in an international business environment.
Company finds gaps in underwater oil pipeline's coating
FILE - In this July 19, 2002 file photo, the Mackinac Bridge that spans the Straits of Mackinac is shown from Mackinaw City, Mich. The company that operates twin oil pipelines beneath the waterway that links Lake Huron and Lake Michigan says it has discovered a number of gaps in a layer of protective enamel coating on one of the pipes. Enbridge Inc. said Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, the gaps were noticed during a recent inspection. Spokesman Ryan Duffy says they're small and apparently were formed when workers installed steel anchors to support the pipelines in the Straits of Mackinac. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
Burger King’s new cryptocurrency is a whopper of a shenanigan
Lisa Kramer is a professor of finance at the University of Toronto.
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