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Loonie dropping amid market turmoil, but may not fall much further
A loonie is photographed against a U.S. dollar in this photo illustration.
Vanessa Trump taken to hospital after white powder scare
Polish PM visits Lebanon ahead of refugee donor conferences
Trump offers condolences to Putin for deadly airliner crash
Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during a meeting with the finalists of the national contest of managers Leaders of Russia in the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, Monday, Feb. 12, 2018. (Mikhail Klimentyev, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP)
Olympic swimmer says she wants to save others from sex abuse
FILE - In this July 25, 2011, file photo, Ariana Kukors, of the United States, holds her bronze medal for the women's 200-meter Individual Medley final at the FINA 2011 Swimming World Championships in Shanghai, China. The U.S. Olympic champion swimmer has accused a team coach of sexually abusing her starting when she was 16, the latest misconduct allegations against those charged with caring for young athletes. Ariana Kukors, now 28, told authorities that Sean Hutchison sexually abused her as a minor and took thousands of sexually explicit photographs of her. (AP Photo/Michael Sohn, File)
As Canada becomes an Olympic powerhouse, our triumphs feel less special
Cathal Kelly
Vatican expert to meet delegation in Chile bishop dispute
Judge sets April 2019 trial in missing Chinese scholar case
FILE - This photo provided by the Macon County Sheriff's Office in Decatur, Ill., shows Brendt Christensen. Lawyers for Christensen, a former physics student accused of kidnapping and killing Yingying Zhang, a University of Illinois scholar from China, intend to ask the presiding federal judge to recuse himself in the death penalty case. A two-page filing in central Illinois federal filed Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018, doesn't spell out why Christensen's attorneys think Judge Colin Stirling Bruce should step aside. (Macon County Sheriff's Office via AP, File)
'Get Out,' 'Call Me By Your Name' win Writers Guild Awards
Aboriginal politicians seek action: 'We can stand together even if we are apart'
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Jody Wilson-Raybould listens to a question as she speaks to reporters following Question Period in the Foyer of the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018. A new wave of mainstream Indigenous politicians in Canada is cutting through the divisive reaction to the not guilty verdict in the shooting death of Colten Boushie with unifying calls for action on social media. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
The Latest: Slick show for border collie at Westminster
Ex-All Star pitcher Esteban Loaiza arrested on drug charges
Feds: Military impersonator used helicopter to impress woman
This undated mug shot shows Christian Desgroux, 57, who’s accused of pretending to be a U.S. Army general when he landed a chartered helicopter at a technology company in North Carolina in November. He appeared in federal court in Raleigh on a count of impersonating a military officer on Monday, Feb. 12, 2018. The judge ordered Desgroux to remain in jail pending his arraignment. (Wake City-County Bureau of Identification via AP)
Putin meets Palestinian leader, conveys greetings from Trump
Russian President Vladimir Putin enters a hall to meet FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, Monday, Feb. 12, 2018. (Mikhail Klimentyev/Pool Photo via AP)
Canada will do what it must to prevent B.C. from stopping pipeline, says Carr
Federal Minister of Natural Resources Jim Carr speaks during the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade's annual Energy Forum, in Vancouver on November 30, 2017. Carr says the government will not entertain any attempts by British Columbia to stall or stop the expansion of the Trans Mountain pipeline.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
University of Minnesota removes Garrison Keillor plaque
FILE - In this July 26, 2017 file photo, Garrison Keillor, creator and former host of, "A Prairie Home Companion," talks at his St. Paul, Minn., office. The University of Minnesota has removed a plaque honoring humorist Garrison Keillor after he faced allegations of sexual misconduct. Keillor's plaque is no longer displayed on the school's Scholars Walk, which honors outstanding university faculty and alumni. On his Facebook page, Keillor said Monday, Feb.. 12, 2018, the removal of his plaque was "a relief." (AP Photo/Jeff Baenen, File)
Mexico catches 9 accused of offering drugs on Facebook
Matthew McConaughey hails Nick Foles in newspaper ad
Philadelphia Eagles' Nick Foles holds his daughter, Lily, after the NFL Super Bowl 52 football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018, in Minneapolis. The Eagles won 41-33. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Accused Edmonton attacker to enter plea at next court date in March
Abdulahi Hasan Sharif is shown in an Edmonton Police Service handout photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Edmonton Police Service MANDATORY CREDIT
The Latest: Senate votes to begin immigration debate
The Capitol Dome of the Capitol Building at sunrise, Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, in Washington. The Senate is ready for a showdown debate over immigration, including whether to protect young "Dreamers" from deportation, in an election-year battle that's sure to electrify both parties' most fervent voters and could well end in stalemate. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Milwaukee prosecutors charge jail staff in inmate's death
This undated photo taken by Kimberly Perry shows Terrill Thomas, left, and his son Terrill Barnes. Prosecutors charged three Milwaukee County jail staffers on Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, for their role in the dehydration death of Thomas, who spent a week without water. The charges come almost a year after jurors recommended jail staff should be liable after prosecutors presented them with evidence. The investigation revealed Thomas had water to his cell shut off as punishment for flooding it in April 2016. (Kimberly Perry via AP)
Ford boosts production of 2 big SUVS at Kentucky plant
How to love and support your alpha wife​
Weinstein's former assistant challenging parts of Toronto lawsuit
In this Nov. 23, 2011 file photo, film producer Harvey Weinstein poses for a photo in New York. AP Photo/John Carucci, File
The Latest: Ohio school confirms Spencer speech date off
US urges pressure if needed to ensure Congo vote on Dec. 23
Turkey to rename US Embassy street after Syria offensive
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu walks to address a Turkey-Africa Conference in Istanbul, Monday, Feb. 12, 2018. Cavusoglu assailed the United States on Monday, claiming American forces in Syria are intentionally stalling the fight against Islamic State militants as an excuse not to cut ties with Syrian Kurdish fighters as Ankara has demanded.(Pool Photo via AP)
Police: Toddler badly hurt after ambulance hit by car dies
Trump aims for moon, pulls back on space station, telescopes
FILE - In this Dec. 12, 2006, file photo, made available by NASA, astronaut Robert L. Curbeam Jr., left, and European Space Agency astronaut Christer Fuglesang, participate in a space walk during construction of the International Space Station. Under President Donald Trump’s 2019 proposed budget released, Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, U.S. government funding for the space station would cease by 2025. The government would set aside $150 million to encourage commercial development. (NASA via AP, File)
Toronto police arrest four men in human trafficking investigation
Trump threatens 'tax' on countries that exploit US trade
President Donald Trump speaks in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, during a meeting with state and local officials about infrastructure. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Iran MPs confirm suicide of held Iranian-Canadian professor
Hospital OKs agreement with Ohio city's last abortion clinic
FILE - In this Sept. 11, 2016 file photo, Gloria Steinem arrives at night two of the Creative Arts Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Steinem is weighing in to try to save the last abortion clinic in her Ohio hometown. The 83-year-old feminist icon issued a statement Monday, Feb. 12, 2018 urging a private Toledo hospital to sign the patient-transfer agreement with Capital Care of Toledo that the clinic needs to remain open. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)
Amazon eliminates hundreds of jobs in rare cutback: report
Packages move down a conveyor system were they are directed to the proper shipping area at the new Amazon Fulfillment Center Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, in Sacramento, Calif.
U.K., Irish leaders meet in effort to break Northern Ireland stalemate
Prime Minister Theresa May, right, is greeted by Northern Ireland Secretary of State Karen Bradley as she arrives at Stormont House in Belfast on Feb. 12, 2018.
Aramco IPO takes centre stage as Nasdaq CEO touts exchange
Snow camping B.C. teenagers needed rescue when hypothermia took hold
Congo's army recovers largest Ugandan rebel stronghold
Traditional medicine practitioner faces more charges of sexual, physical assault
Hydro One sale will lead to long-term cost to the province: FAO
Police: Man pointing gun at his own head killed by officers
6 neo-Nazis attacked in German city of Dresden
Bosnian Serb leader honours late Russian who gave key UN veto
National Portrait Gallery unveils portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama
Former U.S. president Barack Obama stands between painted portraits of himself and former first lady Michelle Obama at the Smithsonian‘s National Portrait Gallery in Washington on Feb. 12, 2018.
Commuters suffer on first weekday closure of Baltimore metro
The Latest: Obama: Working with artist on a portrait a 'joy'
Former President Barack Obama, right, and Artist Kehinde Wiley, left, unveil Obama's official portrait at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery, Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Rio Tinto investing $250 million to extend life of Vaudreuil alumina refinery
Rio Tinto Alcan CEO Alfredo Barrios speaks to the Montreal Board of Trade, Wednesday, February 18, 2015 in Montreal.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
Defensive lineman John Bowman to return for 13th CFL season with Alouettes
Toronto Argonauts quarterback Cody Fajardo, centre, is tackled by Montreal Alouettes' John Bowman (7) and Kyries Hebert during second half CFL football action in Montreal, Friday, August 11, 2017. The Alouettes announced Monday that Bowman, the club's all-time sacks leader with 121, will play in 2018. Bowman, 35, has recorded 10 or more sacks in a season seven times.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
Vermont mayor denounces white supremacist group gathering
Archie Van Elslander, founder of furniture chain, dies at 87
In this March 2, 2009 photo, Art Van Elslander talks to the Free Press in his office in Warren, Mich. Archie "Art" Van Elslander, the founder of Art Van Furniture and a major Detroit-area philanthropist who is credited with saving the city's annual Thanksgiving parade, died Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, his family said. He was 87. (Susan Tusa/Detroit Free Press via AP)
Loonie down amid market turmoil, but experts say not much further to fall
Canadian dollar coins are displayed on a map along the border of Canada and the United States of America, in Montreal in a January 9, 2014, file photo. As global stock markets have been hammered over the past week, the Canadian dollar has also been dropping alongside oil prices, but amid the current noise of volatility and falling job numbers reported Friday, some market observers still see it moving higher this year. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
Air bag danger: Ford, Mazda add pickups to do-not-drive list
FILE - This Jan. 17, 2017, file photo shows a Ford sign at an auto dealership, in Hialeah, Fla. Ford and U.S. government safety regulators are telling the owners of 33,428 Ranger pickup trucks in North America not to drive them because they have Takata air bag inflators “that are an immediate risk to safety.” A company investigation into Ranger inflators from the 2006 model year found test results showing that more inflators had ruptured or recorded high internal pressure readings, company spokeswoman Elizabeth Weigandt said Monday, Feb. 12, 2018. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, File)
The Latest: Agent says tips, social media led to gun arrest
This undated photo provided by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction shows Quentin L. Smith, charged with aggravated murder after the deaths of two police officers shot Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, while responding to a 911 hang-up call at a town home in Westerville, Ohio. Ohio Gov. John Kasich on Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, ordered flags flown at half-staff around the state to honor Eric Joering and Anthony Morelli, the two officers fatally shot at the town home in the suburb of Columbus, Ohio. Smith, wounded in the shootout, was hospitalized in stable condition and expected to survive, officials said Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018. (Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction via AP)
Ukrainian opposition leader Saakashvili deported to Poland
How the cost of driving is directing the future of transportation policy
Globe Drive recently held a public symposium on the future of mobility at The Globe and Mail’s conference centre in Toronto.
Chan launches himself back into medal mix with solid program in team event
Patrick Chan of Canada performs during the men's free program in the team figure skating event at the Pyeonchang Winter Olympics Monday, February 12, 2018 in Gangneung, South Korea. Chan soared eight revolutions through the air Monday - and straight into the mix for an individual medal at the Pyeongchang Olympics. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
Country singer Daryle Singletary dies at age 46
FILE - In this Nov. 22, 2013 file photo, Daryle Singletary performs at a tribute to George Jones in Nashville, Tenn. Singletary, who sang songs like "I Let Her Lie" and "Too Much Fun," died Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, at his home in Lebanon, Tenn. He was 46. The cause of death is pending. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Invision/AP, File)
Police find driver who ran off after fatal accident
Boushie case looms over Quebec Indigenous inquiry as Montreal hearings begin
Mohawk elder Sedalia Fazio makes her opening statement as Jacques Viens, head of Quebec's Indigenous inquiry, looks on before the start of proceedings Monday, February 12, 2018 in Montreal.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
France gives long-unclaimed artwork to Jewish couple's heirs
CAPTION CORRECTS THE NAME - Henrietta Schubert , left, and Christopher Bromberg, right, grandchildren of Henry and Hertha Bromberg, listen to speeches next to the oil work entitled 'Triptych of the Crucifixion' attributed to Flemish painter Joachim Patinir during a ceremony of restitution at Culture ministry in Paris, Monday, Feb. 12, 2018. The French state has given back to its rightful owners a 16th century painting spoliated by the Nazis in the Second World War. (AP Photo/Francois Mori)
2 possible routes for high-speed train linking Baltimore, DC
Low police complaints mask discontent with Dallas department
Maria De Jesus Garza poses for a photo, Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018, in Dallas. In 2014, De Jesus Garza tried to file a complaint against an officer who ticketed her for having trash cans that obstructed traffic. Over the span of three hours, three officers tried to talk her out of the complaint before telling her the office was out of complaint forms, Garza said. Neither the department’s website nor a pamphlet that is supposed to be available to the public offer instructions on the complaint process. Nowhere do they explain that signed complaints can be filed by mail, email or fax to the internal affairs department. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Bar brawl? McConnell, Schumer at odds over the best bourbon
Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., answers a question about the budget compromise during the McConnell Center's Distinguished Speaker Series Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, on the University of Louisville campus in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)
Barrick' Acacia Mining sees big losses as Tanzania dispute continues
Mine workers are shown in a handout photo from Acacia Mining.THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Acacia Mining MANDATORY CREDIT
At midday: TSX rebounds from five-month low as global stocks climb
A man walks past an old Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) sign in Toronto, June 23, 2014
After 20 years, woman admits to kidnapping Florida baby
Minke whale washes ashore in Nova Scotia, cause of death not known
Elmer Cann stands next to a deceased minke whale in this handout image. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours-Amy Tudor *MANDATORY CREDIT *
The Latest: College basketball player injuries investigated
Police: Veteran cop fatally shoots domestic violence suspect
Landslide keeping road to Terwilliger Hot Springs closed
Daughter: Popular crooner Vic Damone dies in Florida at 89
FILE - In this Feb. 3, 1997 file photo, singer Vic Damone poses after becoming a member of Lafayette High School's midyear graduating class, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Damone died Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, at a Miami Beach hospital from complications of a respiratory illness. He was 89. (AP Photo/Ed Bailey, File)
The Latest: Mother testifies about 8-year-old's abduction
The Latest: Trump budget would usher in new deficit era
The President's FY19 Budget is on display after arriving on Capitol Hill in Washington, Monday, Feb. 12, 2018. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Grain lower and livestock mixed
Toymaker Spin Master alleges patent infringement by Alpha Group US
In this product image provided by Spin Master, the Bakugan Battle Brawlers New Vestroia Maxus Helios 7 In 1 is shown. Spin Master Corp. has launched a lawsuit against Alpha Group US, LLC and Alpha Animation and Toys Ltd. in multiple jurisdictions alleging patent infringement on its Bakugan toys. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Spin Master MANDATORY CREDIT
Police: 'Obit bandit' targets homes of mourners at funerals
Court hears challenge of Texas' judicial elections system
'Hello, Universe' wins Newbery for best children's book
This cover image released by Greenwillow Books shows "Hello, Universe," by Erin Entrada Kelly, which won the John Newbery Medal for the outstanding children’s book of 2017. (Greenwillow Books via AP)
National Bank executive fined over deal to gain unfair access to new bond issue
A file photo shows a sign for National Bank Financial on the corner of King St. West and York St. in Toronto's financial district.
Stiffed waitress receives share after lottery ticket dispute
Toronto stock index rallies as oil prices and loonie stabilize, U.S. markets also up
A Toronto Stock Exchange ticker is seen at The Exchange Tower in Toronto on Thursday, August 18 2011. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Vincent Elkaim
When will it end? Traders bloodied by stock wipeout seek clues
In this Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014, file photo, American flags fly in front of the New York Stock Exchange.
Marijuana's 4/20 holiday tied to rise in fatal car crashes
FILE - In this April 20, 2013 file photo, members of a crowd numbering tens of thousands smoke marijuana at the Denver 4/20 pro-marijuana rally at Civic Center Park in Denver. According to a report released on Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, the day marijuana users celebrate as their own holiday is linked with a slight increase in fatal U.S. car crashes, in an analysis of 25 years of data. Whether pot was involved in any April 20 crashes is not known, but the increased risk was similar in magnitude as found in previous research linking traffic accidents with Super Bowl Sunday. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley, File)
Mining for dividend diamonds in the rubble of a falling stock market
Rob Carrick
Former South Carolina lawmaker avoids prison for misconduct
Slovenia urges Kosovo to ratify border deal with Montenegro
Correction: Police Officer Theft story
Fired officer who refused to shoot suspect settles lawsuit
Russia not welcome at G7 any time soon, top Canadian official says
Russian President Vladimir Putin gestures while speaking at the Novo-Ogaryovo residence outside in Moscow, Russia, on Jan. 31, 2018.
Figure skaters try to get new 'O Canada' lyrics right after gold-medal win
Canada’s figure skating team celebrates during the medal ceremony at Medal Plaza on Feb. 12, 2018 in Pyeongchang.
Boushie's family meets federal ministers after acquittal in murder trial
Debbie Baptiste, the mother of Colten Boushie, and her son Jace Baptiste leave the provincial court during a stoppage in court proceedings over the lunch hour on the first day of preliminary hearing investigating the murder of Colten Boushie in North Battleford, Sask. on Monday, April 3, 2017. Colten Boushie's family is in Ottawa to meet federal ministers after a Saskatchewan farmer accused of killing him was acquitted late last week. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Liam Richards
Pope Benedict’s abdication ushered in a new era for Catholic Church
Michael W. Higgins
AP Explains: Who's in charge in South Africa these days?
In this photo supplied by the South African Government Communications and Information Services (GCIS) South African President Jacob Zuma, left, and Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa, right, with minsters and deputy ministers at a scheduled routine meeting of Cabinet Committees at parliament in Cape Town, South Africa, Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018. The speaker of parliament said Tuesday that Zuma will not give the state of the nation address in parliament that had been set for Thursday and the ruling African National Congress party announced the postponement of a meeting Wednesday to discuss the president's fate. (South African Government Communication and Information Services / Elmond Jiyane /via AP)
Improving finances help Pittsburgh shed distressed status
Mexico: 2 missing police probably held by drug cartel
Egypt orders detention of prominent activist
Server posts on Facebook that church didn't tip, gets fired
UN refugee chief urges US, others to take in more refugees
New Jersey capital to use lasers, audio to get rid of crows
Figure skaters sing new lyrics to 'O Canada' after gold-medal win -- sort of
Canada's Patrick Chan, left to right, Gabrielle Daleman, Kaetlyn Osmond, Meagan Duhamel, Eric Radford, Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir celebrate their gold medal victory in the team figure skating event at the Pyeonchang Winter Olympics Monday, February 12, 2018 in Gangneung, South Korea. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson
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