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OHL Roundup: Boris Katchouk's hat trick leads Greyhounds over Spitfires 4-2
The Latest: Bach hails Koreas co-operation at Olympics
In the Friday, February 9, 2018 photo, Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee, speaks during the opening ceremony of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. The International Olympic Committee executive board has recommended upholding the ban of Russia from the Pyeongchang Winter Games. The full membership will vote on the proposal Sunday ahead of the closing ceremony. (Clive Mason/Pool Photo via AP)
Canada’s Justin Kripps finishes sixth in Olympic four-man bobsleigh final
Canada's Justin Kripps leads his team in the four-man bobsleigh heat 3 run during the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympic Games, at the Olympic Sliding Centre on February 25, 2018 in Pyeongchang.
White House shelves tentative plan for Mexican leader visit
In this Nov. 9, 2016 file photo, Mexico's President Enrique Pena Nieto gives an address in response to the U.S. presidential election in Mexico City. A tentative plan for President Donald Trump to host his Mexican counterpart in Washington has been put on hold, the White House confirmed Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018. Trump and Pena Nieto have agreed that now is not the right time for Pena Nieto to make his first visit since Trump took office more than a year ago, according to a White House official who insisted on anonymity to discuss internal deliberations. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell, File)
Davis, Travis help Stanford hold off Washington State, 86-84
Saara Chaudry of 'The Breadwinner' among ACTRA Award winners
Actor Saara Chaudry poses for a photo as she promotes the movie "The Breadwinner" at the Toronto International Film Festival in Toronto on Sunday, September 10 , 2017. Chaudry was among the honourees at the ACTRA Awards in Toronto. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
SKorean governor calls for joint Asian Games with NKorea
The Latest: No California Democratic Party nod in key race
Democratic congressional candidate Mike Levin, left, talks with his wife Chrissy Levin in front of supporters at the 2018 California Democrats State Convention Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
Olympic medallists close curtain with figure skating gala
Ivanka Trump: Visit to Olympics 'so incredibly inspiring'
Brayden Point leads Lightning over Canadiens in 4-3 shootout win
Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) celebrates with teammates right wing Nikita Kucherov (86), left wing Alex Killorn (17) and centre Steven Stamkos (91) after defeating the Montreal Canadiens in an NHL hockey game in Montreal, Saturday, February 24, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
Canada's Justin Kripps finishes sixth in Olympic four-man bobsled
Trump says he's eyeing Veterans' Day for military parade
Kadri, Marner lead Leafs over Bruins for ninth straight home win
Toronto Maple Leafs centre Nazem Kadri (43) celebrates his goal with teammate centre Mitchell Marner (16) as Boston Bruins centre Riley Nash (20) skates off during second period NHL hockey action in Toronto on Saturday, February 24, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston
Cambodia's ruling party has sure lock on Senate election
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, of ruling Cambodian People's Party shows off his inked finger after voting for the senate election at Takhmau polling station in Kandal province, southeast of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018. Cambodia's ruling party is assured of a sweeping victory in the election of a new Senate after the only real opposition to it was eliminated. (AP Photo/Heng Sinith)
QMJHL Roundup: Otto Somppi with three points, Mooseheads win fifth in a row
Sridevi, Bollywood leading lady of '80s and '90s, dies at 54
Eric Heiden returns to Lake Placid for 1st time since 1980
Sweden pickles Korea's 'Garlic Girls' for curling gold
Markus Eisenschmid scores winner early in third, Rocket beat Senators 4-3
Ottawa looking to apply non-profit status to media companies: source
The Canadian flag is seen in front of the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on October 2, 2017
China will deal 'seriously' with N. Korea sanctions breaches
4 gold medals to be awarded on last day of Pyeongchang Games
Kim Eun-jung, of South Korea, throws during their women's curling final in the Gangneung Curling Centre at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Gangneung, South Korea, Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko)
Round dance calling for justice for Tina Fontaine blocks Regina intersection
Indigenous women sing and drum during a rally for Tina Fontaine in Vancouver, B.C., on Saturday February 24, 2018. A man accused of killing a 15-year-old Indigenous girl and dumping her body in Winnipeg's Red River was found not guilty of second-degree murder this week.Tina Fontaine's remains were discovered eight days after she was reported missing in August 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Bach: Russian doping scandal didn't stain Winter Olympics
Martin Ruzicka (27), of the Czech Republic, scores a goal past goalie Ben Scrivens (30), of Canada, during the first period of the men's bronze medal hockey game at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Gangneung, South Korea, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Luke List takes one-shot lead at Honda Classic with Tiger Woods 7 back
Luke List lines up his shot on the 11th green during the third round of the Honda Classic at PGA National Resort and Spa on February 24, 2018 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
Americans score six third-period goals to beat Marlies 7-4
Backlund leads Calgary Flames to 5-1 home win over Colorado Avalanche
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Semyon Varlamov (1) guards his net as Calgary Flames left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) controls the puck during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on Feb. 24, 2018. Calgary Flames won 5-1.
Text of declassified GOP memo targeting FBI's Russia probe
Text of declassified Dems memo about FBI's Russia probe
Eric Comrie makes 33 saves, Moose score twice in second to beat Wolves
New home proposed for $100 million in Utah artifacts
NBC celebrates an improbable curling victory for US men
United States' Matt Hamilton prepares for their turn during the men's curling finals match against Sweden at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Gangneung, South Korea, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018. United States won gold. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)
As Olympics wrap up, still no coverage in North Korea
Backlund leads Calgary Flames to 5-1 home win over Colorado Avalanche
Calgary Flames' Troy Brouwer, centre, celebrates his goal with teammates Matt Stajan, left, and T.J. Brodie during third period NHL hockey action against the Colorado Avalanche in Calgary, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Colombia extradites major drug suspect to US
FILE - This undated photo released by Colombia's National Police show officers escorting a man who police identify as Ecuadorean drug trafficker Washington Edison Prado after his April 2017 arrest on an indictment by a Florida federal court. Colombia’s chief prosecutor’s office said Saturday, Feb. 24. 2018, that it has extradited Prado to the United States. (Colombia National Police via AP, File)
UN to vote Monday on resolution that would condemn Iran
Colleges: Student protesters shouldn't worry about admission
FILE - In this Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2018 file photo, student survivors from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School are greeted as they arrive at a rally for gun control reform on the steps of the state capitol, in Tallahassee, Fla. Dozens of college and universities are telling students who may face discipline at their high schools for participating in gun control demonstrations to relax: It won't affect their chances of getting into their schools. Nearly 50 schools including Yale, Dartmouth and UCLA have taken to social media to reassure the students. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)
Lethal forward line lifts Liverpool into second place in EPL
Liverpool's Sadio Mane, centre, celebrates scoring his sides fourth goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and West Ham United at Anfield in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.
Cramer's stepson in critical condition at Bismarck hospital
Mayor, governor join NYC union rally ahead of key court case
Pyeongchang 2018: The closing ceremony and what you missed at the Games
Canadian short-track speed skater Kim Boutin leads her teammates into the Olympic stadium carrying the Canadian flag.
Mexico arrests 4 police officers in case of missing Italians
Manning has goal, two assists to lead Flyers to 5-3 win over Senators
Philadelphia Flyers right wing Jakub Voracek (93) shoots on Ottawa Senators goalie Craig Anderson (41) in the first period at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.
The Latest: Democrats offer own memo on Russia probe
Keillor: Relationship with accuser simply 'romantic writing'
In this Friday, Feb. 23, 20189 photo, Garrison Keillor poses for a photo in Minneapolis. Keillor discusses allegations of sexual harassment in his first extended interview since Minnesota Public Radio severed ties with the former "A Prairie Home Companion" creator and host in November. (AP Photo/Jeff Baenen)
At Flag Day ceremony, Mexico's 'tri-colour' flies upside down
Student detained after explosion at Florida high school
Manning has goal, two assists to lead Flyers to 5-3 win over Senators
Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Petr Mrazek (left) and centre Sean Couturier celebrate after defeating the Ottawa Senators 5-3 in NHL action, Saturday February 24, 2018 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Washington state police sell seized assault weapons
Dems release Russia probe memo defending FBI surveillance
FILE - In this Friday, Feb. 2, 2018 file photo, President Donald Trump listens during a meeting with North Korean defectors where he talked with reporters about allowing the release of a secret memo on the FBI's role in the Russia inquiry, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington. Congress has released a redacted, declassified memo that aims to counter GOP allegations that the FBI abused government surveillance powers in its investigation into Russian election interference. President Donald Trump had less concern about an earlier classified memo written by Republicans, which he declassified Feb. 2 over strong objections from the FBI. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
Toyota, Hyundai recall roughly 110,000 vehicles
Lethal front 3 lifts Liverpool into 2nd place in EPL
Longest-serving member of Quebec's legislature announces retirement
Parti Quebecois MNA Francois Gendron, walks back to his seat as members of the National Assembly applaud for being an elected member for the last 40 years in Quebec City on Tuesday, November 15, 2016. The longest-serving member of Quebec's legislature is retiring. Gendron announced on Saturday that he won't be running for re-election this fall.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot
Four dead found in home in central Ontario; police say deaths are suspicious
Landslides prompt home evacuation near Pittsburgh
Workers had cut a tree apart and work to free a truck on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 in Millvale, Pa. A landslide on Friday caused trees and concrete stored on top of the hill to tumble onto a business below in the Pittsburgh suburb. Area roads are closed and authorities warn more closing and flooding may be coming with the weekend's continuing rains. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Body awaiting cremation found 3 years later at funeral home
Woman fatally stabbed with hunting knife at public library
This photo provided by Winchester Police Department shows Jeffrey Yao. Police say Yao approached a woman from behind at a public library near Boston and stabbed her repeatedly with a hunting knife, killing her and injuring an elderly man who came to her aid. Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan says the 22-year-old woman was seated at one of Winchester Public Library’s reading rooms Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 when Yao stabbed her with a 10-inch knife. Police say there is no motive determined yet. (Winchester Police Department via AP)
US sailor hit by helicopter blade dies
Judge dismisses coal company suit against HBO's John Oliver
FILE - In this Nov. 7, 2017 file photo, comedian John Oliver performs at the 11th Annual Stand Up for Heroes benefit in New York. A West Virginia judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed against HBO host John Oliver brought by coal company Murray Energy. A segment of Oliver’s show “Last Week Tonight” in June poked fun at Murray Energy CEO Robert Murray, who blames regulatory efforts by the Obama administration for damaging the coal industry. Oliver said the 77-year-old looked like a "geriatric Dr. Evil." A Circuit Court judge in Marshall County, W. Va., ruled on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2018 that Murray’s company failed to state a claim. (Photo by Brent N. Clarke/Invision/AP, File)
Governors skeptical of Congress, but welcome new gun debate
Gov. Steve Bullock speaks with Gov. Matt Mead of Wyoming during the National Governor Association 2018 winter meeting, on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
State of emergency remains in effect amid floods in southwestern Ontario
State of emergency remains in effect amid floods in southwestern Ontario
Armani rejects overdone emotion, Ferragamo favourscolour
Edmonton Oilers trade defenceman Davidson to Islanders for 2019 draft pick
Edmonton Oilers defenseman Brandon Davidson, center, steps over Anaheim Ducks center Ryan Kesler, left, to control the puck as defenceman Hampus Lindholm, of Sweden, trails during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Anaheim, Calif., Friday, Feb. 9, 2018. The Oilers traded defenceman Davidson to the New York Islanders for a 2019 third-round draft pick Saturday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Alex Gallardo
UN unanimously demands a 30-day cease-fire across Syria
Russian Ambassador to the United Nations Vassily Nebenzia, left, speaks with Sweden's U.N. Ambassador Olof Skoog in the United Nations Security Council, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 at United Nations headquarters. The U.N. Security Council has unanimously approved a resolution demanding a 30-day cease-fire across Syria "without delay" to deliver humanitarian aid to millions and evacuate the critically ill and wounded. (AP Photo/Craig Ruttle)
Trump says arming teachers in schools 'Up to States'
This August 2016 photo shows a sign outside a school in Claude, Texas, which Claude ISD posts outside their schools. In the aftermath of yet another mass school shooting, President Donald Trump says that if one of the victims, a football coach, had been armed “he would have shot and that would have been the end of it.” Revisiting an idea he raised in his campaign, Trump’s comments in favor of allowing teachers to be armed come as lawmakers in several states are wrestling with the idea, including in Florida, where the 17 most recent school shooting victims are being mourned.(Creede Newton/Amarillo Globe-News via AP)
The Latest: Deadly tornado confirmed in Kentucky
A teddy bear lies among the debris Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018, after a fierce storm hit Saturday in the Farmington subdivision in Clarksville, Tenn. A strong storm system that included possible tornadoes roared eastward through the central United States, leaving demolished homes, damaged vehicles and uprooted trees in its wake. (Lacy Atkins/The Tennessean via AP)
Adina Pintilie's "Touch Me Not" wins Berlin's Golden Bear
Thousands of Africans protest Israeli deportation plan
'Vicar of Dibley' actress Emma Chambers dies at 53
FILE - In this file photo dated April 27, 1999, British actress Emma Chambers on the des carpet in London. The actress known for her roles in TV series "The Vicar of Dibley" and the movie "Notting Hill", Chambers has died of natural causes at the age of 53, according to an announcement from her agent John Grant, Saturday Feb. 24, 2018. (Peter Jordan/PA FILE via AP)
Brazilian arms dealer arrested in the United States
Yellowstone park plans more security for corralled bison
BB&T says customer service systems 'substantially recovered'
Road worker killed after car crashes into highway work site near Montreal
Greek police arrest 2 migrant traffickers, 14 Syrians
Trudeau ends troubled India trip in his comfort zone of hockey and youth
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's (C), his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau (2R), and his son Xavier (R), play hockey during an event with the Indian women's Ice Hockey team, at the High commission of Canada, in New Delhi on February 24, 2018.
Guatemala City Archbishop Vian, critic of graft, dies at 70
In this Dec. 2, 2011 photo, Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Guatemala Oscar Julio Vian poses for photos during an interview, at the Archbishop Palace in Guatemala City. Roman Catholic authorities said Saturday, Feb. 23, 2017, that Vian, an outspoken critic of corruption in the Central American nation, has died. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo)
Montreal seeks citizen input on animal control after revoking pit bull ban
A pit bull goes for a walk at the SPCA in Montreal on June 14, 2016. Following the suspension of the city's pit bull ban, Montrealers weighed in on the future of animal control in the city in a series of public consultations that began Saturday.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
Authorities investigating shooting deaths of 2 Ohio teens
Gay parade permit sparks major debate in Mississippi
Bailey McDaniel, 22, an organizer with Starkville Pride, an LGBT support group is photographed Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018 in Starkville, Miss. Starkville aldermen voted 4-3 to deny the event permit Tuesday. None of the aldermen who voted against the permit have explained their reasoning. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Kicker Castillo, defensive lineman D'Aguilar among players released by Ticats
Hamilton Tiger-Cats kicker Sergio Castillo punts during second half CFL football action against the Saskatchewan Roughriders in Regina on Saturday, July 8, 2017. American kicker Castillo and Canadian defensive lineman Ben D'Aguilar were among four players released by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Saturday.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Mark Taylor
Florida nabs more teens for making school shooting threats
Authorities investigate report of drug use at Naval Academy
Red Cross: 21 resigned or fired since 2015 in sex cases
Review: Acura RLX’s 2018 makeover isn’t likely to change its fortunes
2018 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid.
Globe editorial: To honour Tina Fontaine, protect others like her
Family and supporters of Thelma Favel, Tina Fontaine’s great-aunt and the woman who raised her, march on Friday in Winnipeg, the day after the jury delivered a not-guilty verdict in the second degree murder trial of Raymond Cormier.
Car bombs in Yemen's Aden kill 6, wound dozens: officials
Trump officials fight eviction from Panama hotel they manage
FILE - This July 4, 2011, file photo, shows the Trump International Hotel Panama , third building from left, in Panama City. One of President Donald Trump’s family businesses is battling an effort to physically evict its team of executives from the luxury hotel where they manage operations, and local police have been called repeatedly to keep peace, The Associated Press has learned. Representatives of the hotel owners’ association formally sought to fire Trump’s management team Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018, by hand-delivering termination notices to them at the Trump International Hotel and Tower, according to a Panamanian legal complaint filed by Orestes Fintiklis, who controls 202 of the property’s 369 hotel units. (AP Photo/Arnulfo Franco, File)
The Latest: Procession for Billy Graham reaches library
FILE - In this June 12, 2003 file photo, the Rev. Billy Graham preaches in Oklahoma City, Okla. Graham, who died Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2018, at his home in North Carolina's mountains at age 99, reached hundreds of millions of listeners around the world with his rallies and his pioneering use of television. Graham's body will be brought to his hometown of Charlotte on Saturday, Feb. 24, as part of a procession expected to draw crowds of well-wishers. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)
The Latest: Sheriff: Lawmaker's letter 'riddled' with errors
FILE - In this Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2018 file photo, student survivors from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School are greeted as they arrive at a rally for gun control reform on the steps of the state capitol, in Tallahassee, Fla. Dozens of college and universities are telling students who may face discipline at their high schools for participating in gun control demonstrations to relax: It won't affect their chances of getting into their schools. Nearly 50 schools including Yale, Dartmouth and UCLA have taken to social media to reassure the students. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)
Texas woman defecates in pants to hide drugs during arrest
Police: Man in Austria kills 2 siblings, then himself
Australia leader urges US to maintain global leadership role
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, speaks during the National Governor Association 2018 winter meeting, on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
5 dead after tornado, flooding from central US storms
Pennsylvania Avenue at the Potter Park Zoo entrance is still closed due to flooding, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 in Lansing, Mich. (Robert Killips /Lansing State Journal via AP)
Impeachment talk a sign of GOP's long-term worry about court
Two medals and an arrest: 5 things to know from Pyeongchang Games
Canadian ski cross racer Dave Duncan is apologizing for "behaviour that demonstrated poor judgement" after being released from jail following an alleged drunken joyride at the Pyeongchang Games. Dave Duncan of Canada competes in the Men's Ski Cross Seeding run at Phoenix Snow Park during the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea on February 21, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-COC/Vaughn Ridley
Flames place goaltender Mike Smith on injured reserve; recall Glass, Mangiapane
The Calgary Flames placed goaltender Mike Smith on injured reserve Saturday after he's missed the last six games with a lower-body injury. Smith was injured on Feb. 11 in the final seconds of a victory over the New York Islanders. Calgary Flames goaltender Mike Smith (41) deflects the puck to make a save during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders in New York, Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Kathy Willens
Rescued from Korean War by US ship, now Olympic volunteers
South Korean skater wins silver after team pursuit dispute
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