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NFL roundup: Colts draw on Luck to beat Raiders as Vinatieri sets scoring record
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck rolls out against the Oakland Raiders during the second half of a game in Oakland, Calif., on Oct. 28, 2018.
Price, Pearce power Red Sox past Dodgers in Game 5 to win World Series
Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale celebrates with catcher Christian Vazquez and pitcher David Price after defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 5 of the 2018 World Series, at Dodger Stadium, in Los Angeles, Calif., on Oct. 28, 2018.
Marchessault scores on penalty shot in overtime to lift Golden Knights past Senators
Vegas Golden Knights centre Jonathan Marchessault celebrates with left wing Erik Haula after scoring the game winning goal in overtime against the Ottawa Senators, at T-Mobile Arena, in Las Vegas, on Oct. 28, 2018.
Turkey strikes Kurdish positions in northern Syria
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan attend a conference as part of a summit called to attempt to find a lasting political solution to the civil war in Syria which has claimed in excess of 350 000 lives, at Vahdettin Mansion in Istanbul, on Oct. 27, 2018.
After Hurricane Michael, one U.S. Army general prepares to rebuild
In this Oct. 24, 2018, photo, Panama City manager Mark McQueen poses near an area destroyed by Hurricane Michael in Panama City, Fla.
Indonesian Lion Air flight with 189 on board crashes off Jakarta; some remains recovered
Rescue workers are seen at the site where it is believed the Lion Air flight JT610 crashed, that took off from Jakarta and crashed into the sea, Indonesia Oct. 29, 2018 in this image obtained from social media.
Review: Blood Communion’s powerful message of morality
Vincent Perez (Marius) and Stuart Townsend (Lestat) in Warner Bros. and Village Roadshow Pictures' Queen of the Damned, based on the second and third novels in Anne Rice’s popular series The Vampire Chronicles.
Canadian Alphonso Davies dazzles in final game for Whitecaps
Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder Alphonso Davies salutes the crowd after playing his final match as a member of the MLS soccer team, in Vancouver, on Oct. 28, 2018.
Review: Acura ILX’s ‘design evolution’ an aggressive push to fire up sales
The 2019 Acura ILX.
Connor McDavid scores overtime winner as Oilers edge Blackhawks
Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid, center, celebrates his game winning overtime goal with center Leon Draisaitl, right, and defenseman Oscar Klefbom during overtime against the Chicago Blackhawks.
Trident Juncture 2018: NATO kicks off largest manoeuvre since Cold War
Lt George from the Royal Engineers speaks to a colleague as she takes part in pre-exercise integration training on Oct. 25, 2018, in Telneset, Norway.
Rams force a Packers fumble to extend unbeaten run
Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley runs for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, on Oct. 28, 2018, in Los Angeles.
Trudeau can’t blame Tories for keeping Saudi arms deal, former minister says
Conservative MP Ed Fast rises during question period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Oct. 25, 2018.
Burnaby mayor-elect opposes Trans Mountain expansion over possible ‘boil over’
Mayor-elect Mike Hurley poses for a photo at the Kinder Morgan tank farm, in Burnaby, B.C., on Oct. 28, 2018.
Busting the muscle-building hormone myth
The subjects in the study who gained the most muscle didn’t have higher postworkout hormone levels, but they did have significantly more receptors in their muscles than those who gained the least muscle.
The U.S. nears its boiling point
This frame grab from video provided by WPLG-TV shows FBI agents covering a van after the tarp fell off as it was transported from Plantation, Fla., on Oct. 26, 2018. The arrest on Friday of Cesar Sayoc was immediately greeted with cries of “Gotcha!” from the usual quarters.
For a person of colour, MEC’s apology is welcome – and overdue
The main floor retail space as seen from the second floor where clothing, camping, climbing and footwear are located in the Mountain Equipment Co-op store in Toronto.
‘The level of urgency is high’: Ottawa still hasn’t acted on endangered southern mountain caribou
Justine Hunter
Pittsburgh synagogue shooting victim Joyce Fienberg grew up in Toronto, remembered as a ‘cherished friend’
Joyce Fienberg is shown in this undated family handout photo.
Better gun data collection needed, Blair says, amid consultations on possible handgun ban
Minister of Border Security and Organized Crime Reduction Bill Blair responds to a question during Question Period in the House of Commons on Oct. 19, 2018, in Ottawa.
Calgary Olympic bid overshadowed by funding dispute with Ottawa
Alberta Finance Minister Joe Ceci warned that the city might not have enough money to hold the Games.
The torturous TFC season that seemed like it would last forever comes to a close
Cathal Kelly
Retiring Alberta NDP stalwart Brian Mason warns of tough spring election fight
Alberta Government House Leader Brian Mason, with Premier Rachel Notley at his side, makes his farewell address to party members at the annual provincial NDP convention in Edmonton on Oct. 27, 2018.
Asian shares bounce from last week’s declines but sentiment remains fragile
Men walk past an electronic board showing Japan's Nikkei average outside a brokerage in Tokyo, Japan, on Oct. 25, 2018.
Dalhousie Indigenous student showing Canada the way to reconciliation
Aaron Prosper, a Mi’kmaw student at Dalhousie University.
Cabinet documents show transfer of sex-assault investigations to military police was motivated by desire for quick resolution
The Mackenzie building faces the parade square at the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ont. on May 17, 2013.
Amid talk of arm sales and human rights, don’t forget the Khashoggi case is personal
Campbell Clark
How do you solve a marketing problem like Mary Jane?
A Canadian flag with marijuana leaf instead of the maple leaf atop a building in Kamloops, B.C. on Oct. 17, 2018.
Matthews may be gone but Leafs' depth will ease the pain
David Shoalts
NDP MP slams Trudeau for calling by-election in Ontario, but not in Burnaby South
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau answers a question during a joint news conference with Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte, on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, on Oct. 25, 2018.
After Pittsburgh, Canadians must remember: Hate has no borders
Marie-Claude Landry, Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission.
Despite industry changes, FirstEnergy’s retiring Jim Davidson still sees a place for independents
Jim Davidson is seen in Calgary on Oct. 24, 2018.
Back from the brink: Home Capital faces heated competition, cooler markets
In this July, 2017, file photo, Home Capital new chief executive Yousry Bissada is seen in Toronto.
Prolific writer David Helwig was a literary jack-of-all-trades
David Helwig.
Not-so-spooky Halloween books to stir your child’s imagination
Cale Atkinson's Sir Simon: Super Scarer
Now is the time for federal pay equity legislation
Banks in Canada have committed to the principles of pay equity for more than 35 years.
Many companies not ready for new data-breach rules, experts say
Starting in November, Canadian private-sector organizations must report data privacy breaches involving personal information to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC)
Korean fund manager to invest up to $600-million in Canadian commercial real estate
KTB Asset Management Co. Ltd. is scouring Toronto and Vancouver for offices, hotels, distribution centres and other large properties.
IBM moves further into the cloud with $34-billion Red Hat deal
IBM chief executive Ginni Rometty says the transaction is a game-changer for the company.
Five ways to make flexible working work
Flexible working arrangements are viewed as attractive because they represent freedom – to be productive, stay motivated and save time.
Globe editorial: You know who needs to take a math test? Politicians
Ontario's Education Minister Lisa Thompson attends Question Period at the Ontario Legislature in Toronto on Aug. 2, 2018.
New U.S.-bound group of migrants sets off from El Salvador
A group of migrants depart from El Salvador en route to the United States, in San Salvador, El Salvador, on Oct. 28, 2018.
Trust is at the entire basis of our work, says Axis Mountain Technical’s managing partner
Ryan Foster, managing partner of Axis Mountain Technical.
Globe editorial: George Soros and his liberal values are more important than ever
In this 2017 file photo, George Soros is seen in Brussels.
Lewis Hamilton claims fifth career F1 title; Max Verstappen wins Mexican Grand Prix
Fourth place finisher Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes GP celebrates winning the 2018 F1 World Drivers Championship by performing donuts during the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico, at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, in Mexico City, Mexico, on Oct. 28, 2018.
Flaws found in Ottawa’s many public consultations; small-business tax changes top list
Finance Minister Bill Morneau came under fire in the weeks after he announced tax proposals in July, 2017.
Pressure mounting on Quebec’s Legault to attend UN conference on climate change
Quebec Premier Francois Legault speaks during a memorial service for Lise Payette, in Montreal, on Oct. 20, 2018.
Ontario researcher pinpoints burial site of officer from Franklin Expedition
Douglas Stenton documents human skeletal remains in the grave of a Franklin expedition officer in Two Grave Bay, on King William Island, in a handout photo.
British junior trade minister sets sight on deal with Canada
Rona Fairhead, Minister of State for Trade and Export Promotion, is keen to make Canada top priority for the department of international trade.
Alberta’s Notley announces she will run in next election, slams Kenney in speech to NDP members
Alberta Premier Rachel Notley speaks in Edmonton, Alta., on Oct. 24, 2018.
How long should a child keep using a rear-facing seat?
Kids should stay in rear-facing car seats for as long as they fit, an expert says.
Canadian Keegan Messing takes silver medal at Skate Canada International
Canada's Keegan Messing shows off his silver medal during victory ceremonies at Skate Canada International, in Laval, Que., on Oct. 27, 2018.
Business, labour groups split over changes to Ontario apprenticeship system
Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks during question period inside the legislature at Queen's Park in Toronto on Sept. 17, 2018.
Johnny Manziel gets first CFL victory as Als rout Argos 40-10 in battle of basement dwellers
Montreal Alouettes quarterback Johnny Manziel earned his first CFL victory on Sunday.
German governing parties lose significant support in state election
Christian Democratic Union top candidate and Hesse State Prime Minister Volker Bouffier walks past a TV screen showing Social Democratic Party top candidate Thorsten Schaefer-Guembel after first exit polls following the Hesse state election in Wiesbaden, Germany, on Oct. 28, 2018.
Real Madrid players told to take responsibility for ‘disaster’ of a season after humiliating 5-1 loss to Barcelona
Barcelona players celebrate their crushing 5-1 victory over arch-rival Real Madrid at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on Sunday.
Vigils and rallies held across Canada to honour victims of Pittsburgh synagogue shooting
People hold candles during a vigil against anti-Semitism and white supremacy, in response to the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, at the Human Rights Monument, in Ottawa, on Oct. 28, 2018.
How thinking small could save the World Trade Organization
Barrie McKenna
No. 2 Republican in Congress accused of anti-Semitism in tweet which he later deleted
Tom Steyer. (File Photo)
Review: Theory turns a free-speech debate at a university into a techno thriller
Sasha Cole stars in Theory.
Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is a madhouse of ideas, acting
John Doyle
CFL playoff picture clears up substantially but first place in West still up for grabs
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are guaranteed at least one home game in the CFL playoffs this year -- and could still finish first in the West.
The synagogue shooting victims: A Canadian, ‘a sweet, sweet guy’ and a ‘generous, caring’ woman
Holding candles, a group of girls wait for the start of a memorial vigil in Pittsburgh on Saturday for the victims of the synagogue shooting.
Scotiabank fights back after defections with new hires for its metals business, sources say
The Scotiabank logo. (File Photo)
’It’s an epidemic:’ Inexpensive crystal meth eclipsing opioids on the Prairies
Various drugs including meth, as well as money, were seized in Saskatoon in May.
Canada Post strike leads to a surge in business for alternative shipping companies
Alternative shippers such as eShipper, ShipTime and Chit Chats are reporting a significant uptick in business as Canada Post is hit by rotating strikes.
Cleveland Cavaliers fire coach Tyronn Lue after 0-6 start
The Cavs 0-6 start without star LeBron James, who is now playing for the L.A. Lakers, has reportedly cost Cleveland head coach Tyronn Lue his job.
Chelsea, Manchester United win without their Belgian stars while Arsenal’s streak comes to an end
Crystal Palace's Luka Milivojevic scores his team's second goal from the penalty spot on Sunday.
Evgeni Malkin gets three points, Casey DeSmith picks up shutout as Penguins blank Canucks 5-0
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin, right, scores a goal Saturday against Vancouver Canucks goaltender Jacob Markstrom.
Transportation hodgepodge emerges as Greyhound exits Western Canada
Greyhound is being replaced by a hodgepodge of transportation options, including Rider Express of Regina, as it exits Western Canada.
Judicial recount set for Monday following tie vote for mayor in Peachland, B.C.
Peachland, B.C., incumbent mayor Cindy Fortin. (File Photo)
Health officials warn of drug overdose spike in north Surrey, B.C.
The Fraser Health Authority is encouraging service providers to have overdose prevention conversations where possible, particularly when people pick up harm reduction supplies, and to offer naloxone kits to clients.
Dividend hikes, cannabis stock meltdown and variable vs. fixed mortgages: What you need to know this week in investing
Teenburger, Onion Rings and A&W Rootbeer is served in Vancouver.
Mental-health problems hit hard at survivors of Fort McMurray fire
Almost 15 per cent of survey respondents reported suffering from some type of major depressive disorder after the immense wildfire that scorched Fort McMurray in 2016. The average Alberta rate is 3.3 per cent. (File Photo).
Tim Houston wins Nova Scotia Tory leadership after main challenger drops out
Tim Houston acknowledges the crowd after being elected leader of the Nova Scotia Progressive Conservative Party on Saturday.
Far-right congressman Bolsonaro wins Brazilian presidential election
Supporters of Jair Bolsonaro celebrate in front of his residence in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Oct. 28, 2018.
Pipeline explosion in B.C. leaves businesses, governments scrambling for natural gas supplies
The massive pipeline explosion earlier this month in British Columbia is having a spillover effect on businesses dependent on natural gas.
In a New Jersey midterms race, a female Navy veteran leads the Democrats' strike on GOP territory
Florham Park, N.J., Oct. 18: Mikie Sherrill, the Democratic candidate for New Jersey's 11th congressional district, speaks at a candidates' meeting at the Florham Park Public Library.
Hurricane Michael death toll raised to 45, with 35 in Florida alone
Search and Rescue team member Robert Pepper clears debris after Hurricane Michael hit Florida earlier this month. (File Photo).
Iran starts oil sales to private exporters to beat U.S. sanctions
Washington reintroduced sanctions on Iranian oil exports after the U.S. withdrawal from a multinational 2015 deal on Iran’s nuclear program.
Leicester City soccer club owner, four others killed in helicopter crash
This image made from video shows a burning helicopter in a parking lot outside the King Power Stadium in Leicester, England shortly after a Premier League game on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. (Pool Photo via AP)
How do I manage how much Halloween candy my kids eat?
Leslie Beck
Red Sox erupt in late innings to beat Dodgers, take 3-1 lead in World Series
Steve Pearce of the Boston Red Sox hits a three-run double in the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the World Series on Saturday.
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