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Tellez’s grand slam sparks Blue Jays to 8-6 win over Orioles
Toronto's Rowdy Tellez follows through on a grand slam on June 12, 2019. The Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-6.
Blues beat Bruins 4-1 in Game 7 to win first Stanley Cup in franchise history
The St. Louis Blues celebrate after defeating the Boston Bruins in Game 7 to win the Stanley Cup on June 12, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts.
U.S. general says Islamic State in Afghanistan remains a threat
Members of the Afghan security forces stand behind alleged Islamic State fighters being presented to the media in Jalalabad on April 10, 2019. A U.S. general says the terrorist group remains a threat in Afghanistan.
Parliamentary health committee recommends decriminalization of simple possession of illicit substances
Seized crystal meth is shown at a news conference at the RCMP headquarters in Surrey, B.C., on April 25, 2018.
The Liberals will likely go all in on universal pharmacare
Campbell Clark
Senate group urges Ottawa to invest in Arctic as climate change threatens northern infrastructure, sovereignty claims
A special Senate committee has called for increased infrastructure spending, defence in the Arctic as retreating ice brings increased foreign interest in northern resources and navigation.
Number of homeless people in Vancouver at new high
A tent city dubbed 'Anita Place' in Maple Ridge, B.C.
Democrats slam Trump for saying he’d be open to accepting foreign dirt on 2020 rivals
President Donald Trump says he would listen if a foreign country offered up dirt on his 2020 adversaries.
Teen overdose case attributed to a synthetic cannabinoid
A cannabis plant approaching maturity is photographed in Fenwick, Ont., on Tuesday, June 26, 2018. Brain surgeon and concussion researcher Dr. Charles Tator said he's "reasonably hopeful" that cannabinoids could help with treatment for patients with post-concussion issues. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Tijana Martin
Caretakers ignoring their potential for compassion fatigue or burnout are at risk
Photo of nurse holding her woman patient's hands with painted nails
Victoria to offer free transit for those under 18
Councillors block plan to ban Fort McMurray oil sands work camps
A worker relaxes outside at the Wapasu Lodge located north of Fort McMurray, Ab. Sept. 1/2010. The massive camp houses about 4000 oil sands workers. (Photo by Kevin Van Paassen/The Globe and Mail)
Edmonton in good hands with Harris filling Reilly’s shoes
Adam Konar of the BC Lions rushes Edmonton quarterback Trevor Harris during the first half of a preseason game in Edmonton on May 26, 2019. Harris signed a two-year contract with the team and takes the reins from Mike Reilly, who left to play for the Lions.
Legal Aid Ontario to cut funding for bail hearings, Toronto clinic in wake of 30-per-cent budget reduction
Legal Aid Ontario has announced it will have to cut funding for several services as a result of the budget reduction it received in the April provincial budget, a copy of which Finance Minister Vic Fedeli is seen presenting in the legislature in Toronto on April 11, 2019.
Trudeau is to blame for national unity crisis over pipelines
John Ibbitson
France stays undefeated at home with 2-1 win over Norway at Women’s World Cup
France's Eugénie Le Sommer celebrates her side's win over Norway in a Women's World Cup Group A match in Nice, France, on June 12, 2019.
Huawei asks Verizon to pay over US$1-billion for over 230 patents: source
President Donald Trump’s dispute with China has landed on the doorstep of Verizon, with Huawei demanding that the American wireless giant pay licensing fees on hundreds of patents.
‘Enough is enough’: California Governor seeks halt to racing at Stronach-owned horse track after slew of animal deaths
Nearly 30 thoroughbreds have died at the Stronach-owned Santa Anita Park horse track near Los Angeles since late December.
As SNC-Lavalin interim CEO Ian Edwards eyes turnaround options, a U.S. rival already has the blueprint
Chief operating officer and interim CEO Ian Edwards, middle, is said to have been tasked with developing a plan for SNC-Lavalin that will deliver 'sustainable success' by lowering risk, simplifying the business model and generating stable earnings and cash flow.
Durant the focal point as Raptors head back to Oracle
Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (right) is consoled by Drake as he walks off the court after sustaining an injury during first half basketball action in Game 5 of the NBA Finals against Toronto Raptors in Toronto on Monday, June 10, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
Ontario seeks federal funding on par with B.C. to establish money-laundering task force
In a letter to his federal counterpart, Bill Morneau, Ontario Finance Minister Vic Fedeli has requested funds to combat money laundering in his province and raised concerns that Ottawa has focused its spending in that vein predominantly on B.C.
Controversial anti-abortion film Unplanned heading to Canadian theatres
Unplanned focuses on Abby Johnson, a former Planned Parenthood director who becomes a prominent anti-abortion activist.
Canada-U.S. trade relationship is back to normal, but it’s nowhere near free
David Parkinson
Ottawa asks Supreme Court for solitary confinement extension as deadline looms
A solitary confinement cell is shown in a handout photo from the Office of the Correctional Investigator.
Cole Hamels throws 7 scoreless innings as Cubs top Rockies
Colorado Rockies' Nolan Arenado, left, reacts after getting hit by a pitch from Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cole Hamels as home plate umpire Roberto Ortiz and catcher Victor Caratini look on.
Putting values into practice on pharmacare will come at a cost
André Picard
Contra Guys: Is Reitmans a value trap? For now, we’re hanging on to our shares
An exterior view of the women's clothing retailer Reitmans location in Etobicoke. October 22, 2004 Louie Palu/The Globe and Mail
Trump commits additional 1,000 troops to ally Poland
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump stand for photographs with Polish President Andrzej Duda and his wife Agata Kornhauser-Duda outside the Oval Office of the White House on June 12, 2019, in Washington.
So what if the U.S. women’s soccer team is overpowering and obnoxious? It’s the American way
John Doyle
Lululemon shares rise 4 per cent on strong quaterly results as online presence boosts sales
Queen Street West Lululemon Store in Toronto, Ont. on May 9, 2019.
Have 90 per cent of Canadians really fallen for fake news? A closer look at why even news about fake news is fake
Simon Houpt.
Canadian Radarsat satellites launched aboard SpaceX rocket
This image from video released by the U.S. Air Force shows the launch of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Canada's Radarsat Constellation Mission (RCM) from Space Launch Complex-4 in Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Three satellites for the Canadian Space Agency's Earth-monitoring Radarsat program were launched into orbit on Wednesday aboard a reused SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. (Airman 1st Class Daniel Myles/30th Space Wing Public Affairs/U.S. Air Force via AP)
Uber unveils next-generation Volvo XC90 self-driving car
FILE PHOTO: Uber's Volvo XC90 self driving car is shown during a demonstration of self-driving automotive technology in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. September 13, 2016. REUTERS/Aaron Josefczyk
Rogers eliminates overage fees in shakeup of wireless plans ahead of 5G
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission is asking the country’s cellphone providers for historical data on the fees they charge their customers for using their phones in the United States.
Canada to boost aid for canola exporters as China dispute drags on: sources
Seeding a canola crop in Alberta. About 40 per cent of Canada's canola products were exported to China last year.
Trump leaves China tariff deadline open, calls relationship ‘testy’
FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping make joint statements at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, November 9, 2017. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
Young adults, the gig economy, retirement and renting: Listen to our Carrick Talks Money call
Young adult working at a cafe
Walmart overhauls Jet.com as online business fails to deliver results
FILE PHOTO: Walmart's logo is seen outside one of the stores in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., November 20, 2018. REUTERS/Kamil Krzaczynski
Streetwise newsletter: CMHC head takes on real estate industry
Toronto, Ontario - June 28, 2017 -- POPULATION -- People walk during rush hour Bay Street in the financial district in Toronto, Wednesday June 28, 2017. (Mark Blinch/Globe and Mail)
MPs failed in their duty on energy bills C-69 and C-48. The Senate did not
Senate pages staff the doors to the Red Chamber on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.
Canada should do more to help Mexico solve its migrant crisis
FILE PHOTO: The flags of Canada, Mexico and the U.S. on a lectern before a joint news conference on the closing of the seventh round of NAFTA talks in Mexico City, Mexico March 5, 2018. REUTERS/Edgard Garrido/File Photo
Quebec cannabis sales totalled $71-million in first year
Cannabis products are seen on the shelves at a new Societe Quebecoise du Cannabis (SQDC) store during a media preview Tuesday, October 16, 2018 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz
Startup airlines say consolidation will mean higher prices
FILE PHOTO: An Air Canada Boeing 737 MAX 8 from San Francisco approaches for landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport over a parked Air Canada Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, March 13, 2019. REUTERS/Chris Helgren
U.S. Catholic bishops vote to establish independent sex-abuse reporting hotline
From left: Bishop Robert Deeley of the Diocese of Portland, Me., Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and president of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and Jose Gomez, archbishop of Los Angeles, speak during a news conference at the USCCB`s 2019 Spring meetings in Baltimore, Md., on Jun 11, 2019.
Sarah McLachlan set to perform Canadian anthem as Toronto Raptors aim for NBA title
LONDON, ON - MARCH 17: Sarah McLachlan performs during the 2019 Juno Awards at Budweiser Gardens on March 17, 2019 in London, Canada. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images)
Thinking about momentum investing? Here are three stocks to consider
John Reese
Addressing Canada’s worker shortage requires a broad-based approach
Busy office with male and female business professionals, manager standing and discussing with staff, leadership, guidance, advice
What national unity crisis? Even Quebec thinks C-69 is a bad bill
Konrad Yakabuski
The Kevin Durant drama happened – and Canada needs to own it
Cathal Kelly
Bay Street Deconstructed: A lesson in improving financial literacy and knowledge of finance careers
A Grade 10 student asks a seminar leader about investment management during a financial literacy seminar at Martingrove Collegiate Institute.
How Canada can avoid making the Nortel mistake again
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Minister Navdeep Bains and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau listen to a question during a news conference in Paris, Thursday May 16, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Island fantasy or mad scheme? What to do with the Toronto Islands
Dave LeBlanc
Kenney government to introduce bill allowing Alberta to override public-sector union deals
Alberta Finance Minister Travis Toews, seen during his swearing-in ceremony in Edmonton on April 30, 2019, has already said all options are on the table as he and his staff work to find savings to eradicate Alberta’s annual multibillion-dollar budget deficits.
Former premier Beaton Tulk was unapologetic about his Newfoundland outport origins
Beaton Tulk (right), with then-premier of Newfoundland Brian Tobin, in 1997.
Husky Energy fined $3.8-million for leak into North Saskatchewan River
Crews work to clean up an oil spill on the North Saskatchewan River, near Maidstone, Sask., on July 22, 2016.
Trudeau to meet Trump at White House to talk trade, Canadians detained in China
In this June 8, 2018, file photo, President Donald Trump talks with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during a G-7 Summit welcome ceremony in Charlevoix, Canada.
Advocacy group raises concerns over proposed overdose prevention site at Alberta prison
The Correctional Service of Canada says it has received a Health Canada exemption that would permit an overdose prevention site at Drumheller Institution in Alberta by the end of the month.
Saskatchewan farm group urges government to support producers through drought
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan is calling for a drought-related AgriRecovery assessment to help producers such as Brett Halstead, seen near Nokomis, Sask., amid withering drought conditions.
Lexpert: Cross-border deals and taxation
Brooks Koepka facing long odds in bid for another U.S. Open title
Brooks Koepka hits his tee shot on the ninth hole during a practice round for the U.S. Open Championship golf tournament.
Indigenous literature taught Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, to think seven generations out
Birdie Tracey Lindberg
Repealing Ontario lawyers’ statement of principles is not a principled stand
Atrisha Lewis headshot. (Supplied)
Signs of ritual pot smoking found in ancient Chinese graves
Evening Update: Ottawa rejects nearly every Tory amendment to Bill C-69; federal advisory council recommends universal pharmacare
Police officers fire a tear gas during a demonstration against a proposed extradition bill in Hong Kong, China June 12, 2019.
Former Stanford sailing coach avoids prison in first U.S. college admissions scandal sentencing
Ex-Stanford University sailing coach John Vandemoer leaves court in Boston on June 12, 2019, after being sentenced to six months of home confinement for his role in an alleged college admissions bribery scheme.
U.S. pot co.'s secure $1.2-billion in VC funding in first half of 2019
Washington State man accused in 1987 killing of Canadian couple identified through genealogy database
William Earl Talbott II enters the courtroom at the Skagit County Community Justice Center on May 18, 2019, before entering a plea of not guilty for the 1987 murder of Tanya Van Cuylenborg in Mount Vernon, Wash.
Mass U.K. protest demanding second EU referendum planned only days before Brexit
Students and young people gather in Smith Square during an "Our Future, Our Choice" event to raise awareness of the desire for a second referendum on the future of Britain's membership of the European Union.
Calgary manslaughter trial hears cause of boy’s death deemed ‘undetermined’
It took me a long time to forgive my father’s flaws
Billie Eilish, the people’s pop star, ushers in a new age in music land
Brad Wheeler
Canada captain Christine Sinclair celebrates 36th birthday with lava cake
A representative from the World Cup’s local organizing committee presents Canada captain Christine Sinclair with flowers on her 36th birthday during a practice session at Stade Paul Bourgeat in Grieres, France, just outside of Grenoble on June 12, 2019.
Ken Holland weighing his options ahead of first draft as Oilers GM
Newly named Edmonton Oilers general manager Ken Holland speaks at a news conference in Edmonton, on May 7, 2019.
Federal government cuts heavy-icebreaker order from Vancouver shipyard
Ottawa has quietly taken construction of the coast guard's next heavy icebreaker away from the Seaspan Vancouver Shipyards, seen in 2014, the latest in a string of upheavals to Canada's multibillion-dollar shipbuilding strategy.
U.S. federal budget deficit hits record US$207.8-billion in May
The Treasury Department releases federal budget data for May which includes a record high deficit.
Huawei seeks trademark for ‘Hongmeng’ operating system in Peru, possible back-up plan against U.S. sanctions
It’s a sign the Chinese telecom giant may be deploying a back-up plan in key markets in case U.S. sanctions hit its current business model.
Kosovo Albanians welcome Clinton, Albright 20 years after NATO intervention
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton, Madeleine Albright and Kosovo President Hashim Thaci walk in Pristina, Kosovo, on June 12, 2019.
U.S. House oversight committee votes to hold Trump officials in contempt over census fight
House Oversight and Reform Committee chairman Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-MD) holds a gavel during the committee hearing on contempt votes on whether to find Attorney General William Barr and Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross in contempt of Congress for withholding Census documents on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., June 12, 2019. REUTERS/Yuri Gripas
Federal government rejects key Senate changes to access-to-information bill
President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Digital Government Joyce Murray rises during Question Period in the House of Commons, on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, on May 16, 2019.
Why the growth versus value debate misses the point, profiting from the revolt against plastics, and Indigo’s future
Close-up financial chart on digital LCD display. Stock photo.
‘Disgusting’ donation enthusiastically received for Yukon’s Sourtoe Cocktail
A donation that an expert in Yukon happily describes as disgusting has arrived in Whitehorse, destined to become the centrepiece of a bizarre cocktail.
Mali’s government lowers estimate of death toll from village raid to 35; local official disagrees
A general view shows the damage at the site of an attack on the Dogon village of Sobane Da, Mali, on June 11, 2019.
Enbridge pipeline shutdown would hurt U.S. industry and consumers, Canada warns Michigan
The east leg of the pipeline near St. Ignace as Enbridge prepares to test the east and west sides of the Line 5 pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac in Mackinaw City, Mich.
Japan’s Abe warns an ‘accidental conflict’ could be sparked amid tensions between Iran, U.S.
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, right, give a joint news conference with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, at the Saadabad Palace, in Tehran, on June 12, 2019.
Trudeau appoints Jacqueline O’Neill as Canada’s first ambassador for women, peace and security
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stands during question period in the House of Commons, on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, on June 11, 2019.
Playing football a welcome distraction for the Alouettes after an unsettled off-season
Montreal Alouettes head coach Khari Jones talks with quarterback Antonio Pipkin during practice in Montreal, on June 10, 2019.
Andrew Harris could make Bomber history in 2019
Winnipeg Blue Bombers running back Andrew Harris picks up yards during first half CFL pre-season action at Mosaic Stadium in Regina on June 6, 2019. Andrew Harris has the opportunity to make Blue Bombers history this season. The all-star running back enters his 10th CFL season on the heels of consecutive league rushing titles. No Winnipeg tailback has ever claimed three straight. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Mark Taylor
Former Michigan State dean guilty of neglect in handling of Larry Nassar
Former Michigan State University dean of Osteopathic Medicine William Strampel listens as Eric Restuccia, chief legal counsel at the Attorney General's Office, presents three charges against him on May 3, 2018.
Quebec trying to speed up process to adopt secularism bill ahead of summer break
Quebec Premier Francois Legault responds to the Opposition at the legislature, in Quebec City, on June 12, 2019.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic sets MLS salary record at $7.2-million
LA Galaxy forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic (9) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the second half of an MLS soccer match against the Sporting Kansas City on May 29, 2019, in Kansas City, Kan.
Canadian Milos Raonic advances to Stuttgart Open quarter-finals with tiebreak win
Milos Raonic, of Canada, prepares to serve to Kyle Edmund, of Britain, during the Miami Open tennis tournament, Sunday, March 24, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Joel Auerbach)
Sara Netanyahu, wife of Israel’s PM, accepts plea deal in case of catered meals
In this Oct. 7, 2018, file photo, Sara Netanyahu, centre, sits in a courtroom in Jerusalem.
Pilot who crashed helicopter onto roof of New York skyscraper radioed that he was lost, official says
A policeman stands in front of the building where a helicopter crash-landed, in midtown Manhattan, on June 10, 2019.
Facebook worries e-mails could show Zuckerberg knew of questionable privacy practices: report
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies before a House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing regarding the company’s use and protection of user data on Capitol Hill in Washington, on April 11, 2018.
Sombre memorials mark three-year anniversary of Orlando nightclub shooting
In this Nov. 30, 2016, file photo, artwork and signatures cover a fence around the Pulse nightclub, in Orlando, Fla.
Why you should not let your kids stay up to watch Raptors Game 6
A young fans reacts as the Toronto Raptors lose to the Golden State Warriors during a NBA finals Game 5 viewing party at city hall's civic centre in Saskatoon, Monday, June 10, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Liam Richards
Sobey Art Award 2019 finalists represent the best of Canada’s visual art
Art Gallery of Alberta in Edmonton. Credit: Edmonton Tourism
A summer salad that can be built to sate your cravings
Sweet Potato and Kale Salad with Black Garlic Dressing
Architect Todd Saunders builds on the past with a new Nunatsiavut cultural centre in Labrador
Illusuak Cultural Centre
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