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Japan’s Prime Minister calls for public works spending plan to boost economy
Shinzo Abe, Japan's prime minister, speaks during a news conference in Tokyo on Oct. 29, 2018.
NHL’s first black player keeps on breaking barriers
In this Oct. 3, 2018, file photo, Hockey Hall of Famer Willie O'Ree, right, who was the first African-American hockey player in the NHL, sits briefly in a replica of seats from Ebbets Field.
Ticats trounce Lions on Remembrance Day
Hamilton Tiger-Cats quarterback Jeremiah Masoli threw three first-half TDs on Sunday in the CFL East semi-final.
Headstone honours family killed in disastrous shipwreck 100 years ago
The SS Princess Sophia sank on Oct. 25 1918, after grounding on Vanderbilt Reef near Juneau, Alaska.
Son says mother who was allegedly pushed onto tracks in Calgary is thankful to be alive
A suspect was taken into custody by a transit officer. Police believe the alleged attack was random and unprovoked.
Mark Scheifele’s three-point performance powers Jets past Devils 5-2
Winnipeg Jets left wing Nikolaj Ehlers celebrates his second period goal with Jets defenseman Jacob Trouba and Jets center Mark Scheifele against New Jersey Devils at Bell MTS Place.
Economic heavyweights called in to boost Canada’s tourism industry
Banker and former New Brunswick premier Frank McKenna on the dramatic coastline of Cap-Pele, N.B.
Former Muzik nightspot to relaunch as ‘supper club’
Zlatko Starkovski, left, is pictured with actor Charlie Sheen and comedian Russell Peters. Mr. Starkovski, former owner of the once-buzzing Toronto nightclub Muzik, is now launching a 'supper club' aimed at attracting a new foodie clientele.
UCP member John Carpay apologizes for ‘unintentionally’ comparing pride flag to swastikas
John Carpay is shown in Calgary in a 2012 file photo.
Election calendar looms over B.C. referendum
Premier John Horgan and Liberal leader Andrew Wilkinson following the Electoral Reform Debate at Global Television in Burnaby, B.C. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Trudeau’s free-trade plan with China still cloudy
Campbell Clark
New Vancouver council needs to address Downtown Eastside’s growing homeless problem
Charlene Savard plays with her dog in her tent near Union and Gore where she lives in Vancouver, B.C. on Aug. 14, 2018.
A century of remembrance: Canadians pause to mark 100 years since end of First World War
Canada's Governor General Julie Payette salutes after laying a wreath with her son Laurier Payette Flynn during Remembrance Day ceremonies at the National War Memorial in Ottawa on Nov. 11, 2018.
Asia stocks pressured on global growth worries, oil woes
In this 2016 file photo, investors look at an electronic board showing stock information at a brokerage house in Shanghai.
NFL roundup: Titans sack Brady, upset Patriots
Tom Brady (12) of the New England Patriots throws a pass against the Tennessee Titans during the first quarter at Nissan Stadium on Nov. 11, 2018 in Nashville, Tenn.
Oversight gap at private infusion clinics poses health risk, Ontario documents say
The treatment rooms at Provis Infusion Clinic in Toronto, are photographed on Oct 24 2018.
Most big companies failing UN human rights test, labour ranking shows
The United Nations logo is seen in the corridors of the United Nations headquarters in New York City on September 25, 2018, during the annual general assembly.
Barkov scores twice, Panthers beat Senators 5-1
Florida Panthers center Aleksander Barkov scores a goal past Ottawa Senators goaltender Mike McKenna during the second period.
China’s annual shopping frenzy Singles Day shatters records again
Staff members pose for photos to celebrate after Alibaba's 11.11 Global Shopping Festival, also known as Singles Day, sets a new record in Shanghai, China, on Nov. 12, 2018.
Harris, Blue Bombers upset Roughriders to advance to West final
Winnipeg Blue Bombers running back Andrew Harris runs the ball against the Saskatchewan Roughriders during second half CFL West Division semi-final action in Regina, Sask. on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.
Get a grip: A primer on all-wheel drive
The Toyota 4Runner may have older underpinnings than some of its crossover stablemates, but with the proper winter tires on, it can handle anything the weather throws at you.
Calgary weighs hosting 2026 Winter Olympics before plebiscite
An artist's rendering of a refurbished McMahon Stadium in Calgary is seen in this handout image.
Hamilton wins Brazilian Grand Prix, Mercedes takes F1 constructors’ title
Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates with team members after winning the Brazilian Grand Prix on Nov. 11, 2018.
Three online programs to help plan out your finances in retirement
Wait until 65 and you may find yourself running out of certain options.
Tim Blake Nelson’s long-time ballad with the Coen brothers
This image released by Netflix shows Tim Blake Nelson as Buster Scruggs in a scene from 'The Ballad of Buster Scruggs,' a film by Joel and Ethan Coen which will have an exclusive run in theaters before becoming available on Netflix's streaming service.
Kuchar hangs on, defeats Lee by one at Mayakoba Classic
Matt Kuchar of the United States reacts to a missed birdie putt on the 18th green during the final round of the Mayakoba Golf Classic at El Camaleon Mayakoba Golf Course on Nov. 11, 2018, in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.
Court pares back Tim Hortons franchisee lawsuit against parent company
Rebellious Tim Hortons franchisees have been dealt a setback in their legal feuds with the chain’s parent company over restaurant costs and the right to associate.
Nylander vs. The Man: A salary spat worth waging?
Cathal Kelly
Canadian study finds major traumatic injury increases risk of mental-health diagnoses, suicide
Buy order: Xi’s import expo tries to change China’s trade image
In this Nov. 6, 2018, photo, visitors gather around an Italian Yacht displayed at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai, China.
Vancouver teacher is schooling educators on the value of inclusive classrooms
Shelley Moore, an educator and speaker about special needs students, photographed at the Yellowknife Catholic Schools District offices.
New $10 bill featuring Viola Desmond’s portrait will go into circulation in a week
Wanda Robson, sister of Viola Desmond, holds the new $10 bank note featuring Desmond during a press conference in Halifax on Thursday, March 8, 2018. Desmond is the first Canadian woman to be featured on a regularly circulating bank note.
Funding set to flow to five superclusters as part of Ottawa’s $950-million initiative
Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, rises during question period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018. This week, Mr. Bains will announce funding amounts for three of fiver "supercluster" groups, each comprised of dozens of companies, research institutions and business associations.
Federer falls flat against Nishikori in ATP Finals, Anderson off to flyer
Switzerland's Roger Federer wipes his face during his ATP World Tour Finals singles final tennis match against Japan's Kei Nishikori at the O2 Arena in London on Nov. 11, 2018.
Dragons’ Den star raises $70-million for startup that finances e-commerce retailers
Partners Andrew D'Souza, left, and Michele Romanow at the Clearbanc office in Toronto on Nov. 9, 2018.
Oil exporters eyeing production cut to boost slumping crude market
Saudi Energy Minister Khalid al-Falih during a meeting of their Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 11, 2018.
Can we get back on track after a breakup?
David Eddie
In photos: Remembrance Day ceremonies across Canada
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Second World War veteran Howard Costain, 98, waits for a Remembrance Day ceremony to begin in Vancouver.
Street battles rage in Yemen’s Hodeidah, civilians caught in crossfire
In this Nov. 10, 2018, file photo, Yemeni pro-government forces gather on the eastern outskirts of Hodeida as they continue to battle for the control of the city from Huthi rebels.
‘Deeply admired’: Stratford Festival mourns loss of one of its founders, Douglas Rain
Douglas Rain is shown as Henry V in the Stratford Festival's 1966 production of Henry V.
Montreal software firm Lightspeed prepares for initial public offering
Dax Dasilva, founder and CEO of Lightspeed, poses for a photograph at the company offices in Montreal on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Lightspeed, which develops a point-of-sale software, is slated to go public in 2019.
Canada’s banks doing fewer deals, draining bonus pool
A TD Bank branch in Halifax is seen in this file photo.
Ottawa to encourage more countries to offer contraception, abortion, minister says
In this June, 2018, file photo, International Development Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau rises in the House of Commons during Question Period in Ottawa.
Why Netflix is still failing with talk shows
John Doyle
Canada beats Kenya in first match at Rugby World Cup qualifying repechage tournament
Canada's scrum-half Jamie Mackenzie passes the ball during the 2019 Japan Rugby Union World Cup qualifying match between Canada and Kenya on Sunday.
She was eight months behind on her rent. Instead of kicking her out, the landlord issued a challenge
Kiana "Rookz" Eastmond poses for a photograph outside Sandbox Studios in Toronto on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018.
Fred Losani to budding entrepreneurs: Flush the word ‘entitlement’ down the toilet
Losani Homes chief executive Fred Losani in his company's design showroom in Hamilton on Oct. 31, 2018.
The world reminds us, Remembrance Day is a day of thanksgiving
John Ibbitson
Uncertainty explains why Poloz won’t be pinned down on rates
Barrie McKenna
I had to learn that I have an incredible son, not just a sick child
Sarah Tufano didn't want to be angry anymore about her son's rare illness.
Going out of our way is key to unlocking diversity
Globe editorial: With favourable court ruling, Canada should move quickly to create a national securities regulator
The Supreme Court of Canada in Ottawa on Oct. 11, 2018.
Kevin Anderson, making debut at age 32 in ATP Finals, defeats Dominic Thiem in first match
Kevin Anderson celebrates winning his group stage match against Dominic Thiem at the ATP Finals on Sunday.
Globe editorial: China’s human-rights abuses keep getting worse
Uyghurs demonstrate against China during the Universal Periodic Review of China by the Human Rights Council, on the place des Nations in front of the European headquarters of the UN, in Geneva, Switzerland, on Nov. 6, 2018.
Toronto Wolfpack waste little time in naming Brian McDermott coach
Toronto Wolfpack coach Paul Rowley was replaced on Sunday by Brian McDermott. (File Photo)
Poland’s eurosceptic leaders march through Warsaw with far-right groups and neo-fascist activists
Members of radical right-wing groups wave flags during a march on Sunday in Warsaw by tens of thousands of people that marked 100 years since Poland regained its independence.
The Libya stabilization conference in Sicily: A meddlesome affair
Italy's Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte, left, and his Libyan counterpart Fayez al-Sarraj review the Honour guard before a meeting at the Palazzo Chigi in Rome on Oct. 26, 2018.
City defeats United in Manchester derby to stay atop Premier League
Manchester City's Benjamin Mendy gets emotional during the English Premier League soccer match between his team and cross-town rivals Manchester United on Sunday.
Oil pucks among new ways eyed to transport Canadian crude
A Canapux crude oil solid pellet.
Mayor of Saint John says people ‘gravely concerned’ about frequency of explosions at recycling site
Saint John Mayor Don Darling, right. (File Photo)
New N.B. premier still plans to fight Ottawa’s carbon pricing plan – but wants all the facts first
New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs.
Myanmar prepares for first Rohingya Muslims to return, but UN warns against rushing
Rohingya refugees walk after crossing the Naf River from Myanmar into Bangladesh in 2017. (File Photo).
Economic cost of Canadian oil price discounts counted in billions of dollars
The lack of ways, including pipelines, to transport booming oil production to markets is one of the reasons for the price differential hurting Canadian oil companies.
Fintech startup that bases loans on artificial intelligence assessment helping many small businesses
Natalie Borch at The Pink Studio in Toronto.
China’s annual one-day online shopping frenzy shatters records again
Alibaba's 11.11 Global Shopping Festival, also known as Singles Day breaks the US$28.75-billion mark near the end of the 24-hour online shopping event in China.
Loblaw’s 20% plunge, TD’s lending rule change and high-octane dividend stocks in tough times: What you need to know this week in investing
A Loblaws store in Montreal.
Democrats to probe Trump actions on AT&T-Time Warner and Amazon.com
Adam Schiff (file photo).
Winnipeg high school football team honours slain former quarterback by winning city championship
Members of the St. John's Tigers raise the trophy following Winnipeg High School Football League Division 3 finals.
‘Enough is enough,’ anti-gang spokesman says after latest shootings in Surrey, B.C.
Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum, left, is sworn after winning the municipal election.
Tsilhqot’in-Ottawa financial deal will be new model for relations with First Nations, chief says
Chief Joe Alphonse of the Tsilhqot’in National Government. (File Photo).
Indigenous women still being coerced into sterilizations across Canada, Ontario senator says
Senator Yvonne Boyer. (File Photo).
Florida election recount continues amid tensions, litigation
Elections officials work at counting machines on Sunday in Florida.
Saudi Arabia to cut oil output by half-a-million barrels per day
Saudi Arabia, the world’s top producer, wants to prevent a further slide in prices which fell below US$70 a barrel on Friday, two sources told Reuters.
Change tack or face defeat, Brexit critics tell British PM
British prime minister Theresa May.
Macron, Trudeau, others send stern message to Trump about the dangers of rising nationalism
U.S. President Donald Trump took great pains on Sunday to separate himself from other world leaders marking the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War.
Death toll rises to 29 in California wildfire, matching the deadliest in state history
The Camp Fire is the most destructive blaze to ever hit hit California.
World leaders solemnly mark 100th anniversary of end of First World War
French President Emmanuel Macron leads the tributes in Paris to mark the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War.
U.S. downs Canada 5-2 to win Four Nations Cup
The United States celebrate a goal against Canada during first period of 2018 Four Nations Cup gold medal game in Saskatoon, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018.
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