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Mexico to boost oil production, agriculture and timber, president-elect says
Mexico's President-elect Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador listens to a question as he meets with the press outside his party's headquarters in Mexico City on July 22, 2018.
Return of possible soliders' remains marks first step in North Korea diplomacy
United Nations Honor Guard members carry boxes believed to contain the remains of U..S. servicemen killed during the Korean War during return ceremony at Osan Air Base, in Pyeontaek, South Korea on July 27, 2018.
B.C. government protects pension money at Catalyst Paper operations
In this July 19, 2018, file photo, British Columbia Premier John Horgan heads from talking with reporters as the Canadian premiers meet in St. Andrews, N.B.
Uncertainty reigns as Ontario moves to private pot retail
Municipalities say they haven’t been consulted about the Ford government's new plan.
B.C. amateur Chris Crisologo turning heads at RBC Canadian Open
Chris Crisologo hits out of a bunker onto the 9th green during the second round of the Canadian Open on Friday.
‘It’s no mystery’: Science says record heat, fires worsened by climate change
This July 25, 2018 aerial photo shows burnt houses and trees following a wildfire in Mati, east of Athens.
Alta. announces $3.5-million for Edmonton for 2020 ITU World Triathlon Grand Final
Athletes ride around a corner during the elite men's ITU World Triathlon Series in Edmonton, Alta., on July 29, 2017.
Odds of stanching illegal handgun flow low for police and lawmakers
Toronto, CAN., 02 Jul 2018 - Four people, one in critical condition, were rushed to hospital after being shot on Augusta Avenue in Kensington Market Sunday evening around 10:30PM.
Proposal for luxury condo tower in Vancouver pulled amid signs of weak demand
Plans for a luxury condo project in downtown Vancouver at Georgia and Pender streets have been withdrawn by the developer.
Can TFC bounce back with only 14 games left in MLS regular season?
Injuries early in the year are the root of the team’s problems but coach Greg Vanney says TFC still has a good chance to make the MLS playoffs.
Roughriders DE Charleston Hughes ready to ‘drop the hammer’ on former Calgary Stampeder teammates
Hamilton Tiger-Cats quarterback Jeremiah Masoli, left, is chased by Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive lineman Charleston Hughes during a game earlier this season.
Chris Williams to start at slotback for Hamilton Ticats again, six years after bitter departure
Chris Williams runs for a Ticat touchdown against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 2012.
My hometown of Sweida, Syria is bleeding
Ghada Alatrash is a doctoral candidate and an instructor at the Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary. She is the author of Stripped to the Bone: Portraits of Syrian Women.
Doug Ford’s mid-campaign meddling is callous, chaotic and chilling
Adam Radwanski
Montreal Impact look to end disappointing week with win over first-place Atlanta
Montreal Impact's Jeisson Vargas, centre, attempts a shot on goal as Vancouver Whitecaps' Russell Teibert, left, and Efrain Juarez, right, defend.
Alberta firefighter, resident of Kehewin Cree First Nation, dies while helping fight wildfires in Ontario
This July 8, 2018, file photo shows active forest fires in Ontario.
Streetwise newsletter: Best reads of the week
TORONTO, APRIL 14, 2016..STEAM WHISTLE.. Steam Whistle's famous pilsner beer rolls off the line in their brew house inside the John Street Roundhouse in downtown Toronto on April 14, 2016. Glenn Lowson photo for The Globe and Mail ..The Ladder
Review: Canadian Stage reassembles Romeo and Juliet into a contemporary and raw production
David Patrick Flemming and Rachel Cairns in Romeo and Juliet.
Yamana Gold Inc. shares surge on strong quarterly results
Yamana Gold sees its biggest stock price increase in two years on higher-than-expected profit and a bullish production forecast.
Pilsner and pot: Steam Whistle eyed for takeover
Steam Whistle produces the equivalent of 88,000 bottles of beer each day.
Scrapping regional chair elections surprises and divides municipalities
Ontario Premier Doug Ford makes an announcement at Queen's Park in Toronto, on July 27, 2018. Ford says he will significantly reduce the number of Toronto city councillors just months before the fall municipal election.
Bitcoin bounces as traders seek silver lining in SEC denial of cryptocurrency ETF
A cryptocurrency mining computer is seen in front of bitcoin logo. (File Photo).
Liberal insider was convicted in Quebec sponsorship scandal
Jacques Corriveau, owner of Pluri Design and long-time friend of former Prime Minister Jean Chretien, returns for questioning at the Gomery Commission of Inquiry into the Sponsorship Program, in Montreal, May 27, 2005.
Quebec court authorizes class-action lawsuit alleging link between hair-loss drugs and erectile dysfunction
In an e-mail Friday, Merck Canada said it disagrees with the appeals court’s judicial analysis but did not elaborate.
The U.S. economy is on a tear. How long can it last?
Zareen Khan says ‘it’s impossible to find people’ to work at her Silicon Valley restaurants. To attract staff, she has boosted wages, offered free food and bought a house for employees to live in.
Alberta man faces fraud charges over fracking product; investors lost $2.6-million, RCMP says
The matter was referred to Blackfalds RCMP in 2013.
The Globe’s stars and dogs for the week
Next Star Wars film to use old footage of late Carrie Fisher
Carrie Fisher poses for cameras as she arrives at the European premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in London On Dec. 16, 2015.
‘It’s for all of us’: Calgary Mayor Nenshi attacks Ontario premier’s plan to cut Toronto councillors
Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi is seen in this 2017 file photo.
Doug Ford follows the Mike Harris playbook with fast and furious decisions
John Ibbitson
Evening Update: What’s happening with Toronto’s city council; key figure in sponsorship scandal dies
Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor John Tory meet inside the Premier's office at Queen's Park in Toronto on Monday, July 9, 2018. A published report suggests the Ontario government is poised to reduce Toronto city council to just over half its current size. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Tijana Martin
New York aims to become first U.S. city to cap Uber, other ride-sharing services
In this March 15, 2017, file photo, a sign marks a pick up point for the Uber car service at LaGuardia Airport in New York.
Blue Jays being run more like a political party than a baseball franchise
Cathal Kelly
On first day, Quebec website for personalized licence plates crashes
Board spokesman Mario Vaillancourt says he believes the problems were caused by the high number of people wanting to use the site at the same time.
BlackRock’s top bond investor has halved fund’s exposure to emerging markets
A sign for BlackRock Inc hangs above their building in New York U.S., July 16, 2018. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson
Ecobalt shareholders call for sale, new management amid mine delays
Calgary police chief apologizes for past discrimination against LGBTQ community, promises to build trust
In this 2016 file photo, Calgary Police Service chief Roger Chaffin speaks during an interview with the Canadian Press in Calgary.
Shareholder suing Facebook after 19-per-cent stock drop
A 3D-printed Facebook logo is seen in front of a displayed stock graph.
Peel Region strategy aims to curb rising rate of sex trafficking
Katarina MacLeod, a former trafficked sex worker who now runs the Rising Angels support service, is pictured in Brampton, Ont. on July 26, 2018.
The close: Tech sector whacked in both Canada and U.S.
A plunge in Facebook shares pushed the Nasdaq down more than 1 percent on Thursday, but industrial stocks rose after the United States and the EU said they would negotiate on trade. Fred Katayama reports.
Canada using DNA, ancestry websites to investigate migrants
A VICE News report on Thursday quoted an immigration lawyer whose client is being investigated by the CBSA using DNA and the ancestry database FamilyTreeDNA.com.
The anti-Semitism controversy inside Britain’s Labour Party
Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn. (File Photo)
As death tolls rise, opioid crisis makes more organs available for transplant
Daniel Martens, the 23-year-old son of Jill Martens, who died in April 2016 of an overdose.
Chicago Cubs bolster rotation by landing lefty Cole Hamels in trade with Texas Rangers
Cole Hamels pitches against the Oakland Athletics on Monday.
Two Quebec men arrested after boat brimming with cocaine set ablaze near Caribbean island Martinique
Seized packages of cocaine are shown in a government of Martinique handout photo.
Countries, including Canada, are prosecuting people with HIV because they misunderstand science, leading researchers say
Officials take part in the 22nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018), the largest HIV/AIDS-focused meeting in the world, in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, July 23, 2018.
Ten highlights on Vladimir Guerrero’s road to the Baseball Hall of Fame
Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Vladimir Guerrero speaks during a news conference in January when his selection was announced.
IBM wins $83-million from Groupon in patent dispute
Groupon signage is displayed on the screen saver of a computer at the company's headquarters in Chicago.
Manitoba RCMP make 455-kilo marijuana bust after officers pull over semi-trailer
Seized marijuana and and various marijuana products are seen at RCMP headquarters in Winnipeg on July 27, 2018.
U.S. appeals court to reconsider Hyundai-Kia fuel economy settlement
A car dealer stands in front of the logo of Hyundai Motor at its dealership in Seoul, South Korea.
Sexual assault coverage must not lose sight of broader social issue
The Minto Sports Complex, home of the University of Ottawa Gee-Gees men's hockey team, is shown in Ottawa on March 3, 2014.
Upbeat U.S. GDP report is less than meets the eye
David Rosenberg
Roughly 30 teen athletes report inappropriate touching at BC Summer Games dance
An RCMP news release confirms the investigation is under way.
Your tax, ETF and payout ratio questions answered
July 28: Ford’s move on Toronto’s council. Plus other letters to the editor
Bullish on Carpenter Technology Corp.
A technical look at the stock of Carpenter Technology Corp.
Chipper Jones, Jim Thome headline unusually large Hall of Fame class
These are players being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on July 29, 2018. Top row from left are Chipper Jones, James Thome and Vladimir Guerrero. Bottom row from left are Trevor Hoffman, Jack Morris and Alan Trammell.
Not all online brokers are friendly to investors holding cash
Rob Carrick
Tiffany Joh keeps three-stroke lead at Ladies Scottish Open
Tiffany Joh of the U.S tees off during an LPGA golf tournament in Phoenix, Ariz., on March 18, 2018.
Globe editorial: Alberta dips a toe in the rural busing problem
Alberta Premier Rachel Notley talks to reporters in Edmonton on May 16, 2018.
BC Lions running back Brandon Rutley out with ACL tear
BC Lions running back Brandon Rutley is tackled by Avery Williams of the Ottawa Redblacks during a game on July 20, 2018.
Will Vancouver’s distribution of wearable ashtrays prevent littering?
A pocket cigarette butt holder distributed by the City of Vancouver to try and cut down on the number of butts tossed onto the street.
‘Mental health is very overlooked’: Raising money for CAMH after a painful accident
A few months ago Corey Dixon, 23, visited the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto and was impressed with its programs and research.
Globe editorial: Doug Ford’s swipe at Toronto is undemocratic and should be stopped
Doug Ford (File Photo).
Family feud over $1.2-million Nova Scotia lottery jackpot lands in court
Barbara Reddick and her nephew Tyrone MacInnis are photographed receiving the winnings from the Chase the Ace lottery in Margaree Forks, N.S.
Artificial intelligence and jobs: What’s left for humanity will require uniquely human skills
'Sophia the Robot' at a conference on AI in Hong Kong earlier this month.
In the trade war crossfire, emerging markets face a deepening policy conundrum
Argentina's central bank president Luis Caputo smiles as he gives a news conference at a G20 meeting in Buenos Aires on July 22, 2018
Amplify: As a female fan, how can I love major league baseball – when it doesn’t love me back?
Migrants’ advocates struggle to confirm U.S. met deadline on to reunify families
Children look out a van window as they arrive at Lutheran Social Services, July 26, 2018 in Phoenix, Ariz.
Natural Resources Minister voices disbelief that Trans Mountain sale could pose U.S. security risk
Minister of Infrastructure and Communities Amarjeet Sohi rises in the House of Commons during Question Period in Ottawa on June 7, 2018.
The next hot trend in fitness? Recovery
Insiders buy shares even as West Fraser Timber tumbles
Ted Dixon
Complete lunar eclipse begins, the longest of this century
A blood moon rises over Tel Aviv, Israel, Friday, July 27, 2018.
Trump’s toxic lies are quickly poisoning us all
Elizabeth Renzetti
I’m done having kids but I’m afraid of getting a vasectomy. Should I do it?
David Eddie
After all our frustration with Trump, it’s time for Canada to make the big play
Lawrence Martin
Has this couple saved enough to retire and spend $80,000 a year after tax?
Kelowna fire flares, putting residents in more than 900 homes on alert
A gun is never just a gun
Handgun (Illustration)
CBS probes misconduct allegations against CEO Les Moonves amid legal battle
In this file photo taken on Jan. 11, 2016, Leslie Moonves attends the TWC/NETFLIX Golden Globe after-party, in Beverly Hills, Calif.
Inside breakup wellness: bootcamps, apps, counselling, coaching and retreats
Molly Oswaks, in the foreground, during a morning meditation session at Renew Breakup Bootcamp in Saugerties, N.Y., April 29, 2018. The bootcamp is billed as “a scientific and spiritual approach to healing the heart.”
In CBC presentation of Romeo and Juliet, star-crossed lovers shine brightly amid dark male rage
John Doyle
Trump’s ‘economic miracle’ will leave us all paying the price
Konrad Yakabuski
Canada to host meeting of trade ministers on WTO reform, but U.S. and China left out for now
The headquarters of the World Trade Organization (WTO) are pictured in Geneva, Switzerland.
Toronto Wolfpack look to finish off season with a win
Members of the Toronto Wolfpack practice at Toronto's Lamport Stadium on Tuesday, July 24, 2018.
Ontario’s new elevator-access law seems to have broken down
N.B. Speaker asked to apologize after probe into harassment allegations
Speaker of the New Brunswick legislature Chris Collins poses in this undated handout photo.
Geraint Thomas retains Tour de France lead as Chris Froome loses podium spot
Great Britain's Geraint Thomas and France's Romain Bardet sprint to the end of the 19th stage of the 105th edition of the Tour de France on July 27, 2018.
At midday: TSX slides as tech, utilities stocks falter
A man works in the TMX broadcast centre in Toronto, May 9, 2014. The TMX Group says technical problems Friday afternoon affected the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange and others markets. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese
Are there fewer deaths caused by distracted driving these days? Not yet, it seems
From the comments: Ford’s move to cut Toronto councilors has readers debating merits of government reduction
Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor John Tory meet inside the Premier's office at Queen's Park in Toronto on Monday, July 9, 2018. A published report suggests the Ontario government is poised to reduce Toronto city council to just over half its current size. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Tijana Martin
Police charge Toronto man after ‘hate-motivated’ rant at ferry terminal
How companies harm their employees' health
Harvey Schachter
Quebec vows to block dentists from withdrawing from public system
Quebec association of dental surgeons president Serge Langlois speaks to the media, July 26, 2018 in Montreal. Langlois has filed the paperwork for 2,000 dentists that would start the process of its membership leaving the province's public health network.
How tariffs could raise inflation, a new REIT to watch, and which cannabis stocks a fund manager is buying
(FILE PHOTO) The UK Home office announced on July 26,2018 that cannabis based medicine can be prescribed in the UK. A cannabis plant is pictured in London, 08 October 2007. Cannabis is known as marijuana or ganja in its herbal form and hashish in its resinous form. AFP PHOTO/LEON NEAL (Photo credit should read Leon Neal/AFP/Getty Images)
My mechanic charged me $1,354 to replace my brake pads, but didn’t fix the problem
Jacques Corriveau, a former Liberal organizer and key figure in Quebec sponsorship scandal, dies at 85
Jacques Corriveau is pictured in 2005, delivering testimony before the Gomery commission. Mr. Corriveau was charged by the RCMP on Dec. 13, 2013, over the Liberal sponsorship scandal.
Why cute things make me sad
Google image search for 'frog with a leaf umbrella.'
This week’s most oversold and overbought stocks on the TSX
Scott Barlow
Federal government starts the year with $3.2-billion surplus
Finance Minister Bill Morneau listens to a question during a news conference about the state of the Kinder Morgan pipeline expansion in Ottawa, May 16, 2018.
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