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Montreal Alouettes’ Vernon Adams Jr. throws three touchdown passes in win over Toronto Argonauts
Toronto Argonauts' James Wilder Jr., right, is challenged by Montreal Alouettes' Chris Ackie during second half CFL football action in Montreal on Friday, October 18, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
DJ LeMahieu, Aaron Hicks lift NY Yankees over Houston Astros, close to 3-2 in ALCS
New York Yankees center fielder Aaron Hicks (31) celebrates with Aaron Judge after hitting a three-run home run against the Houston Astros during the first inning of Game 5 of baseball's American League Championship Series, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Hong Kong protesters defy face mask ban, mock China leaders
Protesters takes selfies while wearing masks during a protest in Hong Kong, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters are donning cartoon/superhero masks as they formed a human chain across the semiautonomous Chinese city, in defiance of a government ban on face coverings. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Isabelle Weidemann sets new Canadian speedskating record, breaking Cindy Klassen’s 13-year record
Mar 3, 2019; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Isabelle Weidemann of Canada competes in women's 5000-meter race during the 2019 ISU World Allround Speed Skating Championships at Olympic Oval. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports
Why flying your pop culture flag is chic
Pop culture merchandise has become mainstream casualwear, but nostalgia is more than just a trend
Alberta government abruptly U-turns on trucking regulation changes after public outcry
Alberta government abruptly U-turns on trucking regulation changes after public outcry
Canada needs to grow out of its American comfort zone and expand its business footprint in the EU
Rita Trichur
Ministry of Education launches investigation over racism at Vancouver private boys school
Ministry of Education launches investigation over racism at Vancouver private boys school
China is 'more and more free,’ some mainland Chinese say, as they call Hong Kong demonstrators ‘brainwashed’
Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters donned cartoon and superhero masks as they formed a human chain on Friday in defiance of a government ban on face coverings.
California utility sees decade of power cuts to avoid wildfires during upgrades
FILE - This Jan. 14, 2019, file photo shows the logo for Pacific Gas & Electric Co. above a trading post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. A group of insurance companies are offering a plan to take over Pacific Gas & Electric, the latest to offer competing proposals to pay the utility's wildfire liabilities and pull it out of bankruptcy. In court filings Tuesday, July 23, 2019, the insurers said PG&E Corp. owes them more than $20 billion in claims paid to victims of recent California wildfires caused by PG&E equipment and offered a "viable path" to emerge from bankruptcy. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
Canada called an election – and you’ll never guess what happened next
Canada called an election – and you’ll never guess what happened next
Amplify: This election, women provide some hope
Three Canadian nurses cast their votes while serving overseas during the First World War at the Canadian Hospital in Orpington, England, 1917. These women serving abroad were the first women able to vote in federal elections. The Military Voters Act and Wartime Elections Act of 1917 extended the federal vote to nursing sisters. Credit: Library and Archives Canada.
Bloc Québécois is on the rise, but separatism stays in the shadows
Bloc Québécois is on the rise, but separatism stays in the shadows
Despite what some say, the rules of a minority government are clear
Campbell Clark
Streetwise newsletter: Best reads of the week
Les M. Viner (L) and Matthew S. Cockburn, are photographed during an interview at Tory LLP, the firm where the two work, on Oct 16 2019. Viner will be passing the reigns as Managing Partner to Cockburn. ***PHOTOS EMBARGOED UNTIL 5 PM EST OCT 16 2019 ***
B.C. wants to see smaller businesses benefit from marijuana edibles, solicitor general says
Days before election, Greta Thunberg tells Albertans climate change cannot be ‘partisan, political question’
Climate change activists rallied Friday in Edmonton with Swedish teen advocate Greta Thunberg.
Unrest in Hong Kong top of mind for many Chinese-Canadian voters
Richmond Centre riding candidate Zhang Zhe poses for a photo in Richmond, B.C., on Oct. 18, 2019.
Kinsella firm hired to ‘seek and destroy’ Bernier’s People’s Party, documents show
Kinsella firm hired to ‘seek and destroy’ Bernier’s People’s Party, documents show
The Globe’s stars and dogs for the week
Toronto Maple Leafs set to begin life against Boston Bruins, without John Tavares
Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares, right, celebrates his goal with right wing Kasperi Kapanen (24), of Finland, during the third period of the team's NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, on Oct. 16, 2019, in Washington.
Back to business for Toronto Raptors after golden summer of celebration
Back to business for Toronto Raptors after golden summer of celebration
Vancouver mayor’s verbal assault on Conservative Leader was sheer foolishness
Gary Mason
Huawei exec: Chinese tech giant wants to be ‘transparent’
Huawei Chief Technology Officer Paul Scanlan, during an interview with the Associated Press in Washington, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. Scanlan says the company wants to be open and transparent in persuading the U.S. government that national security concerns about its technology are unfounded. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)
Three cheers for Vickery Bowles, Toronto’s head librarian who faced a storm but stood firm for free speech
Marcus Gee
Cineplex raising the bar on movie-going with VIP dining, but the food here doesn’t live up to hype
Cineplex has been raising the bar on the movie-going experience with VIP theatres that feature adult-only zones with upscale lounges, state-of-the-art screening rooms and in-seat meal and beverage service, including burgers and nachos.
Putin calls summit of African leaders to boost Russian expansion
Putin calls summit of African leaders to boost Russian expansion
U.S. diplomat accused of political retribution steps down
What to do about mayors in trouble who refuse to resign
What to do about mayors in trouble who refuse to resign
Canada’s economy faces big challenges. Here’s how the major parties would tackle them
Illustration by Rob Dobi for election voter guide
Why Boyd Group’s conversion will trigger a hefty tax hit for some
Fierce Boston Bruins defenceman Ted Green won over fans with his fists
St. Louis Blues' Wayne Maki (14), his stick upraised, moves toward Boston Bruins' Ted Green (6) during a fight in an Ottawa exhibition game Sunday. Moments later Green was taken to hospital with undetermined head injuries.
When should this couple nearing retirement age start collecting OAS and CPP?
William and Vi
Attention, politicians: Wasting resources to collect a luxury tax would be the more serious offence
Wasting resources to collect a luxury tax would be the more serious offence
Thirty-eight people cited for violations in State Department’s probe of Clinton email
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton answers a question posed by student journalists during the Trailblazing Women of Park Ridge event in Park Ridge, Ill., Friday, Oct. 11, 2019. (Joe Lewnard/Daily Herald via AP)
Against the Grain Theatre takes Puccini on a beer-soaked road trip
La Boheme's national tour.
U.S. lawmakers urge Apple to restore HKMap app used in Hong Kong
FILE PHOTO: The HKmap.live App is pictured on a phone screen in this photo illustration, in Hong Kong, China, October 10, 2019. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu/File Photo
Toronto teen boy charged with sexual assault after alleged break-and-enter into teen girl’s bedroom
Federal election 2019: How B.C.'s changing economy could sway the vote
The downtown Vancouver skyline is seen from Burnaby Mountain at dusk on Saturday August 3, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
U.S. Supreme Court to hear Trump appeal over rapid deportation dispute
FILE PHOTO: The exterior of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, U.S., as seen on September 16, 2019. REUTERS/Sarah Silbiger/File Photo
Evening Update: Get ready for Monday’s vote with our reader-friendly guides to the leaders, the platforms and what’s at stake
Clockwise from top left, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May, Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau, Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh.
Major Drilling Group gains momentum as Fed turns friendly
Ted Dixon
Bullish on Texas Instruments
Monica Rizk
The verdict is in, and Year One of legalized cannabis in Canada was a dud
The verdict is in, and year one of legalized cannabis in Canada was a dud
What if Suncor Energy used Canadian uranium to clean up its oil sands-tainted image?
Eric Reguly
National Golf Club of Canada latest course threatened by 'urban sprawl’
National Golf Club of Canada latest course threatened by 'urban sprawl’
Hydro crews working in remote areas to restore power after Manitoba snowstorm will be able to vote
Hydro crews working in remote areas to restore power after Manitoba snowstorm will be able to vote
Young people aren’t politically apathetic – we’re disillusioned
Young people aren’t politically apathetic – we’re disillusioned
New Brunswick education minister says discipline policy needed for bullying
Education Minister Dominic Cardy speaks to media after the New Brunswick leaders debate in Moncton on Sept. 9, 2014.
Raptors have work to do as Canada’s basketball infatuation fades
Cathal Kelly
Canada’s best prime ministers were losers – so let’s stop turfing defeated party leaders
June 26, 1945. United Nations Peace Conference in San Francisco. (United Nations Conference on International Organization.) Signing the United Nations Security Charter for Canada. Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King just missed being 13th in line. Alphabetically high on list of nations, Canada was scheduled to be 12th signatory, but was 14th when cars bringing delegation were delayed. Associated Press photo. Pub. June 27, 1946
The Globe and Mail makes site free for federal election 2019
Front cover of The Globe and Mail October 18, 2019.
Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet calls on Canada to let exiled Catalan leader enter the country
Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet calls on Canada to let exiled Catalan leader enter the country
Trump defence of Mulvaney’s Ukraine comments alarms some Republicans
President Donald Trump speaks during an event at the White House, on Oct. 18, 2019, in Washington.
Museum of Modern Art expansion successfully marries art and architecture
Former cop who blew whistle wants standing in B.C. money laundering inquiry
RCMP in Prince Edward Island say the Thanksgiving long weekend "was not something to be proud of" as they were kept busy dealing with impaired drivers. The RCMP logo is seen outside Royal Canadian Mounted Police "E" Division Headquarters, in Surrey, B.C., Friday, April 13, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
T-shirt maker Gildan slashes financial outlook, stock plunges
Gildan Activewear Inc. president and CEO Glenn Chamandy poses for a photograph following the apparel manufacturer's annual meeting on Feb. 5, 2015 in Montreal.
I hate cats but I needed a mouser – and fast
Illustration by Wenting Li
Ontario high-school teachers union says contract talks have stalled with provincial government
Ontario high-school teachers union says contract talks have stalled with provincial government
GM plant in Oshawa resumes production, even as strike continues in U.S., pending UAW ratification of new deal
GM pickup trucks on the site of the General Motors assembly plant in Oshawa in September.
China denies calling for firing of Houston Rockets GM over tweet in support of Hong Kong protesters
Hong Kong protesters hang a banner supporting Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey, who sent a controversial tweet backing the pro-democracy movement.
Soulpepper production of Almighty Voice and His Wife fully reveals the audacious work’s beauty
James Dallas Smith and Michaela Washburn. Photo: Dahlia Katz.
B.C. solicitor-general says province is working to transition away from illegal cannabis industry
House leader Mike Farnworth answers questions about the speaker situation and McLachlan report during a press conference at Legislature in Victoria, B.C., on Thursday, May 16, 2019.
IMF sidesteps clash with U.S. over funding, delays shareholding changes to 2023
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva speaks during the opening ceremony of the World Bank/IMF Annual Meetings in Washington, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
Denis Shapovalov rolls into semi-finals at Stockholm Open
Denis Shapovalov. (File Photo).
Unifor offers binding arbitration for wage impasse, Saskatchewan Crowns say no
SaskTel employee Tanya Adair, left, walks with colleagues along a picket line near a SaskTel building on Lorne Street in downtown Regina on Friday, October 4, 2019. Public workers from seven Sask. Crown corporations went on strike this morning, affecting 5,000 employees from SaskTel, SaskPower, SaskEnergy, SaskWater, the Water Security Agency and two SaskTel subsidiaries. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Michael Bell
Kawhi Leonard gets hero’s welcome from Canadian fans
Kawhi Leonard gets hero’s welcome from Canadian fans
Stephen Jarislowsky resigns from shareholder advocacy group FAIR Canada after it fails to match his $2-million gift
Stephen Jarislowsky resigns from shareholder advocacy group FAIR Canada after it fails to qualify for grant
Federal party leaders focus on key swing ridings in final weekend of election campaign
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau greets supporters at a campaign rally in Vaughan, Ont., on Friday.
John Ibbitson: Character attacks drag all parties down
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Boris Johnson scrambles for support ahead of crucial Brexit vote on Saturday
Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson arrives at a press conference in Brussels on Oct. 17, 2019.
Margaret Atwood uses Booker Prize money to help fund Indigenous awards
Margaret Atwood.
Nova Scotia universities get $400,000 grant for programs to prevent sexual violence on campus
The Nova Scotia legislature is pictured in Halifax in this March 26, 2013 file photo. Police say about 200 people rallied at the legislature today to push for a last-minute amendment to the Financial Measures Act which is scheduled to be passed soon.
Nova Scotia to ban street checks by police after retired judge deems practice illegal
Nova Scotia to ban street checks by police after retired judge deems practice illegal
Alberta UCP government says program to cut class sizes has failed, costing province $3.4-billion
Alberta Education Minister Adriana LaGrange says the Class Size Initiative report has barely ‘moved the needle’ and the government must look at more effective ways of spending the money. (File Photo).
Dealing with currency fluctuations, an attractive REIT and choosing between bonds and equities
Welcome to the ‘bleisure’ era
Welcome to the ‘bleisure’ era
How to travel without getting sick
Travel Accessories, Passport, Tablets, Camera, Penknife, Keys, And Phone
Boeing 2016 internal messages suggest employees may have misled FAA on 737 Max, sources say
FILE PHOTO: An aerial photo shows Boeing 737 MAX aircraft at Boeing facilities at the Grant County International Airport in Moses Lake, Washington, September 16, 2019. REUTERS/Lindsey Wasson
Super Saturday, Super Mario: World markets themes for the week ahead
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, U.S., October 18.
'Brilliant and beloved’ co-CEO of Oracle dies at 62
Mark Hurd was named Oracle’s co-president in September 2010.
Victoria moves to limit cruise ship visits to address environmental issues
The Norwegian Bliss en route from Alaska to Seattle makes it's way towards Ogden Point in Victoria, B.C., on Friday June 1, 2018. A motion that could cap the number of cruise ships docking in Victoria's harbour has been approved by city councillors as Mayor Lisa Helps says a sustainable business case for cruise ship expansion is needed. Helps and two councillors proposed the motion which makes four recommendations, including a request to halt any increase in ship visits until the city is satisfied with cruise industry efforts to address emissions and waste issues. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito
Opioid settlement talks falter, landmark trial expected Monday: attorney
Tablets believed to be laced with fentanyl are displayed at the Drug Enforcement Administration Northeast Regional Laboratory on October 8, 2019, in New York. - According to US government data, about 32,000 Americans died from opioid overdoses in 2018. That accounts for 46 percent of all fatal overdoses. Fentanyl, a powerful painkiller approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for a range of conditions, has been central to the American opioid crisis which began in the late 1990s. (Photo by Don Emmert / AFP) (Photo by DON EMMERT/AFP via Getty Images)
TSN president surveys a ‘fierce’ sports media landscape after more than two decades
Stewart Johnston, president of The Sports Network (TSN), is photographed at TSN's studios in Toronto, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston
Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia’s big-league career ends with dislocated shoulder
New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia is helped off the field during the eighth inning of Game 4 of the ALCS against the Houston Astros on Oct. 17, 2019, in New York.
No clear favourite heading into competitive season of Canadian men’s curling
Skip Brendan Bottcher watches his rock during the first end of the men's final of the Humpty's Champions Cup against Team Koe in Saskatoon on April 28, 2019.
‘El Clasico’ between Barcelona, Real Madrid postponed over Catalan protests
‘El Clasico’ between Barcelona, Real Madrid postponed over Catalan protests
Protest against open-pit gold mining planned for Nova Scotia industry event
Excavators work at Atlantic Gold Corporation's Touquoy open pit gold mine in Moose River Gold Mines, N.S. on June 6, 2017. A public rally critical of open-pit mining practices is going on today as the mining industry meets in Halifax to promote Nova Scotia's growing gold industry. Demonstrators planned to gather over the lunch hour during the Nova Scotia Gold Show at a hotel at the Halifax airport. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan
Who deserves mental health? It should be everyone
Elizabeth Renzetti
Thousands of Canadians have died from overdose. The silence of our federal leadership is deafening
Thousands of Canadians have died from overdose. The silence of our federal leadership is deafening
Politics Briefing: Election campaign coming down to the wire
A sample ballot box is seen ahead of the 2019 federal election at Elections Canada's offices in Gatineau, Que., Friday, Sept. 20, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
Alberta teenager found guilty in highway shooting of German tourist
Alberta teenager found guilty in highway shooting of German tourist
Hundreds of thousands protest in Barcelona, calling for Catalan independence
A man draped in an "estelada" or independence flag takes a photo with his phone as people pack a street below on the fifth day of protests over the conviction of a dozen Catalan independence leaders in Barcelona, Spain, Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. The Catalan regional capital is bracing for a fifth day of protests over the conviction of a dozen Catalan independence leaders. Five marches of tens of thousands from inland towns are converging in Barcelona's center for a mass protest. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)
Maple Leafs set to begin life without John Tavares against Boston Bruins
Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares, right, celebrates his goal with right wing Kasperi Kapanen (24), of Finland, during the third period of the team's NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019, in Washington. Tavares will be out at least two weeks with a broken finger. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Nick Wass
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