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January 12

As peak flu season arrives, Canadian hospitals seeing higher than usual pediatric cases
Canada’s most recent FluWatch report says the increased presence of influenza B likely explains why pediatric illnesses and hospitalizations are higher this year. Experts say people who haven’t had their flu shot should still get one. (File Photo).
Packers hold off Seahawks 28-23 to reach NFC title game
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers celebrates as he walks off the field after an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 28-23 to advance to the NFC Championship.
Canadian men’s volleyball team qualifies for Tokyo Olympics
Stephen Maar, of Canada (left) wins the battle at the net, tipping the ball past Pedro Nieves, 5, and Maurice Torres, of Puerto Rico, during the men's volleyball 2020 Olympic qualification tournament at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver on Sunday, January 12, 2020.
DeMar DeRozan leads late comeback in return to Toronto to help Spurs edge Raptors 105-104
DeMar DeRozan, right, got the best of good friend Kyle Lowry in the Spurs' 105-104 victory over the Raptors on Sunday.
TSO pays tribute to Beethoven’s 250th birthday with stately, thoughtful concert
Sir Andrew Davis conducting. with Seong-Jin Cho on the piano, in the TSO's rendition of Beethoven's Symphony No. 7.
Canadian officials head to Tehran to probe downed Ukraine Airlines flight after Iran issues more visas
Minister of Foreign Affairs François-Philippe Champagne speaks to the media following the swearing-in of the new cabinet at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Nov. 20, 2019.
Torn loyalties over the future of Wet’suwet’en amid blockade against GasLink
Russell Tiljoe and his wife Elsie Tiljoe at their home in Houston, B.C., January 11, 2020. Russell Tiljoe is a member of a Wet'suwet'en Nation hereditary house group named Where It Lies Blocking The Trail. His wife, Elsie, is a member of Dark House. The couple, who live in Houston, B.C., say there is a wide gap between Wet'suwet'en hereditary chiefs who oppose Coastal GasLink and elected band councillors who support the natural gas pipeline project. Jimmy Jeong for The Globe and Mail.
A ‘Canadian tragedy’: Trudeau joins Albertans to honour victims of Iran crash as country mourns
Mourners console each other as they gather at a memorial service for the victims of Ukrainian Airlines flight PS752 crash in Iran at the Saville Community Sports Centre in Edmonton, Canada on January 12, 2020. (Photo by Walter Tychnowicz / AFP) (Photo by WALTER TYCHNOWICZ/AFP via Getty Images)
Fentanyl overdoses in Alberta begin to decline
A billboard at the east end of the Blood Reserve in southern Alberta, shown on April 27, 2018, warns about the dangers of fentanyl. Fentanyl addiction has led to several deaths and overdoses. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Bill Graveland
Neil Peart remembered for operatic drum solos and a love for literature and language
Neil Peart, seen here on May 6, 2008, wrote more than lyrics. He penned articles for Modern Drummer magazine, authored multiple memoirs and filed lengthy blog entries.
Kyle Turris scores, Jusse Saros gets first shutout of season as Predators edge Jets 1-0
Nashville Predators centre Kyle Turris (8) scores on Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) in the first period at Bell MTS Place in Winnipeg on Jan. 12, 2020.
B.C. cheers high tech in its rural communities - but financial support is missing
B.C. NDP Bruce Ralston, MLA for Surey-Whalley, answers media's questions following the budget speech at the B.C. Legislature in Victoria, on Feb. 19, 2013.
Elias Pettersson, Jacob Markstrom help Canucks beat Wild 4-1
Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson (40) celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period against the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minn. on Jan. 12, 2020.
UIA Flight 752 investigation must look at why Iran’s airspace wasn’t closed, says head of MH17 probe
Rescue workers at the site of the Ukraine International Airlines crash on the outskirts of Tehran on Jan. 8, 2020.
Haitian-Canadians commemorate 10-year anniversary of deadly earthquake
People observe a moment of silence during an event to commemorate the ten year anniversary of the Haiti quake, in Montreal, on Jan. 12, 2020.
Ray Shero fired as New Jersey Devils’ general manager
New Jersey Devils NHL hockey team general manager Ray Shero talks with the media after practice in Newark, N.J., Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019. Shero was fired by the Devils on Sunday.
Ukrainians angry at Iran over deaths on Flight 752, and at own government for being slow to react
A makeshift memorial has been established at the Boryspil airport in Kyiv for the victims of Ukrainian Airlines Flight 752.
CIBC faces losing millions in alleged fraud by trucking firm
The large CIBC sign outside the bank's Bay St. office is pictured on Dec. 6, 2017.
Family rejects rumours of possible Richardson GMP sale as firm refocuses on its wealth management roots
Miriam Khalil breathes new life into Against the Grain’s Ayre
Ayre (2020) featuring soprano Miriam Khalil.
Toronto Arrows ready for second season in expanded Major League Rugby
Season 1 was a success as the Toronto Arrows reeled off seven straight wins at home to finish third in the final standings before losing 30-17 in the playoffs to the eventual champion Seattle Seawolves.
In the climate change wars, Greta Thunberg thrashes Roger Federer 6-0, 6-0
Cathal Kelly
Toronto researchers test new rehabilitation method for paralyzed patients
Shaw executive pay jumps in 2019, fueled by higher bonuses to CEO and other top leaders
The long history of mergers at Richardson GMP
Bank towers are shown from Bay Street in Toronto's financial district, on June 16, 2010.
B.C. NDP government is still a long way from meeting its promise of universal $10-a-day child care
Young girls listen as B.C. Premier John Horgan speaks at a daycare centre in 2019 about a partnership between the province and the City of Vancouver to create new child care spaces in Vancouver.
Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal, leads Serbia to win over Spain in ATP Cup final
Novak Djokovic, bottom right, celebrates with fans after Serbia defeated Spain to win the 2020 ATP Cup.
Peugeot family aims to quickly raise its stake in merged PSA-Fiat Chrysler
The logos of car manufacturers Fiat and Peugeot are seen in front of dealerships of the companies in Saint-Nazaire, France, on Nov. 8, 2019.
U.S. officials to visit Britain this week, pushing for Huawei 5G ban
Alberta’s Kenney not living up to own standard on approving energy projects
Jeffrey Jones
The future of work and the new economy require the creative collaboration of generations
Rhiannon Rosalind, president & CEO of the the Economic Club of Canada, in 2019.
Truce holds in Libya despite reports of violations by both sides
Rebel Libyan commander Khalifa Hifter in 2017.
Malta’s incoming prime minister, Robert Abela, promises to 'strengthen rule of law’ after murder crisis
Malta's new Labour party leader Robert Abela delivers a speech on Sunday.
Six key investing insights from financial scholars
New investing insights can be found in the dozens of papers published every month by finance professors and researchers in peer-reviewed journals, such as the Journal of Finance, the Journal of Investing and many more. (File Photo).
Statistics Canada expects move to the digital cloud will prompt some rumbling
A plaque on the Statistics Canada building is pictured in Ottawa on July 3, 2019.
Reitmans CEO Jeremy Reitman led the fashion chain with his brother for half a century
Jeremy Reitman, president and CEO of Reitman's Canada, is photographed at the International Council of Shopping Centers Conference at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, on Sept. 20, 2006.
As Amazon flexes its muscle, Seattle moves to curb corporate political donations
The online retailing giant and Seattle city council have butted heads in recent years, culminating in a showdown in November’s municipal election. (File Photo).
Sergio Aguero scores hat trick to become highest-scoring EPL foreign player as Man City routs Villa
Sergio Aguero, left, celebrates scoring one of his three goals on Sunday against Aston Villa.
‘Death to the leader’: Angry Iranian protesters take to the streets again over downing of Ukrainian plane
A woman attending a candlelight vigil for the victims of the Ukraine plane crash talks to a policeman and asks for his sympathy at the gate of Amri Kabir University in Tehran on Jan. 11, 2020.
U.S., China agree to resume Trump-cancelled semi-annual talks aimed resolving disputes
The regular meetings will provide a forum for steady, high-level conversation between the United States and China, the world’s two largest economies, separate from the sometimes rocky negotiations over their trade relationship. (File Photo).
The U.S.-China trade deal is bad for Canada – and we can’t do a thing about it
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. (File Photo).
Pete Dye, 94, designed world-famous golf courses to intimidate the recreational player – and the pro
Pete Dye speaks at the PGA Championship at Whistling Straits in Haven, Wis. in 2012.
Best and worst rated TSX stocks, an underperforming bank pick and a winning portfolio: What you need to know in investing this week
For Sunday Roundup column in Globe Investor/ROB only.
Taliban claims responsibility after two U.S. soldiers killed by roadside bomb in Afghanistan
FILE -- American military personnel at Camp Shorabak in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, Sept. 26, 2019. Afghan officials fear that an escalation between Iran and the United States could hurt chances for peace with the Taliban during a critical time. (Jim Huylebroek/The New York Times)
Four Iraqi servicemen wounded by rocket attack on air base
Iraqi security officials said on Jan. 12, 2020, four members of Iraq's military have been wounded by a rocket attack targeting Balad Air Base, an air base just north of Baghdad.
U.S. Defence Secretary Esper contradicts Trump, says no specific evidence of Soleimani planning to blow up embassies
Iranian demonstrators hold placards bearing the image of slain military commander Qasem Soleimani in front of the British embassy in the capital Tehran on January 12, 2020 following the British ambassador's arrest for allegedly attending an illegal demonstration. - Chanting "Death to Britain", up to 200 protesters rallied outside the mission a day after the brief arrest of British ambassador Rob Macaire at a memorial for those killed when a Ukraine airliner was shot down. (Photo by ATTA KENARE / AFP) (Photo by ATTA KENARE/AFP via Getty Images)
Community and family pay tribute at funeral for Diane Ford, Doug Ford’s mother
Ontario Premier Doug Ford (right) stands alongside his brother Randy Ford as the casket is carried during a funeral service for his mother Diane Ford in Toronto on Saturday January 11, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
Northern Pulp focuses on mill cleanup before ‘indefinite’ Jan. 31 shutdown
The Northern Pulp mill in Abercrombie Point, N.S., is viewed from Pictou, N.S., on Dec. 13, 2019.
Human Rights Watch head denied entry to Hong Kong ahead of new report launch
Human Rights Watch says Hong Kong authorities have barred it's executive director Kenneth Roth, seen here on Jan. 12, 2020, from entering the territory.
Trump wants Pelosi, Schiff as impeachment witnesses
U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, seen here on Jan. 9, 2020, has delayed delivery of the charges for weeks to compel Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to agree to include new witness testimony and evidence about Trump’s pressure on Ukraine to probe former Vice President Joe Biden.
Winter storm knocks out power to almost 125,000 Hydro-Quebec customers
Bruno Lacombe of the provincial transportation department warned of icy conditions, snowy roads and reduced visibility in areas surrounding Montreal and Quebec City.
Snow, freezing rain bring hazardous conditions across Atlantic Canada
A pedestrian walks through a snow storm in Halifax on Thursday, March 8, 2018. Schools across the Maritimes are closed today as a snowstorm bears down on the region, the second blast of winter in as many days. Environment Canada says a low pressure system will approach from the southwest and track across Nova Scotia into this evening, bringing heavy snow to New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese
Statistics Canada expects move to the digital cloud will prompt some rumbling
A plaque on the Statistics Canada building is pictured in Ottawa on Wednesday, July 3, 2019. Statistics Canada is planning to move its information holdings to the digital cloud — a shift the national number-crunching agency acknowledges will prompt questions about the protection of sensitive data. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Iran’s only female Olympic medallist reportedly defects
Kimia Alizadeh, 21, won a bronze medal at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Her defection comes amid unprecedentedly high tensions between Iran and the United States.
Conservative leadership race to officially begin Monday as rules set
The race for leadership of the federal Conservatives begins officially on Monday.
Crash involving alleged impaired driver causes Halifax power outage
The Nova Scotia Power headquarters is seen in Halifax on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018. More than 60,000 homes and businesses were without power this morning across the Maritimes as a powerful rain storm downed power lines and forced the closure of some schools and businesses. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan
Roger Federer responds to Greta Thunberg’s ‘wake-up’ volley
Roger Federer, who has a sponsorship deal with Credit Suisse, was urged to 'wake up' in a Twitter post by Thunberg last week.
Fewer trees, less undergrowth: Study says wildfires changing boreal forest
The increasing frequency of wildfires in Canada's boreal forest may be permanently changing one of the largest intact ecosystems left on Earth, new research suggests.
More shippers and shipping companies promise to avoid Arctic routes
The midnight sun shines over the ice covered waters near Resolute bay at 1:30 a.m. as seen from the Canadian Coast Guard icebreaker Louis S. St-Laurent, on July 12, 2008.
Timbits cereal a novelty, but may dilute Tim Hortons brand, experts say
The exterior of the Tim Hortons at Kingston Road and Main St., in Toronto, on Dec. 16, 2019.
Queen summons senior Royal Family members to meeting over Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
Prince Harry and the Duchess, seen here on March 11, 2019, said last week they want more freedom from the family.
Airport shuts, villagers flee after Taal Volcano near Manila erupts
Lightning strikes as a column of ash surrounds the crater of Taal Volcano as it erupts on Jan. 12, 2020 as seen from Tagaytay city, Cavite province, Philippines.
Designing Canada: The country’s top talent in architecture, interiors and housewares
Maison Gauthier’s two-bedroom home on a horse farm in Mont-Tremblant, Que., incorporates living space as well as a ceramic studio.
Serena Williams breaks three-year title drought at ASB Classic
Serena Williams from the United States with daughter Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. and the ASB trophy after winning her singles finals match against United States Jessica Pegula at the ASB Classic in Auckland, New Zealand, Sunday, Jan 12, 2020. (Chris Symes/Photosport via AP)
Australia turns from defence to offence in wildfire battle
A wildfire burns in the hills near Cobargo, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020. Authorities are using relatively benign conditions forecast in southeast Australia for a week or more to consolidate containment lines around scores of fires that are likely to burn for weeks without heavy rainfall. (AP Photo/Rick Rycroft)
Saudi military trainees to be expelled from U.S. after Florida shooting: CNN
FILE PHOTO: Traffic on and off base is restricted after a member of the Saudi Air Force visiting the United States for military training was the suspect in a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola, in Pensacola, Florida, U.S. December 6, 2019. REUTERS/Michael Spooneybarger/File Photo
Iran summons U.K. envoy over his attendance at ‘illegal’ rally
Demonstrators attend a protest to oppose the threat of war with Iran, in London, Britain January 11, 2020. REUTERS/Henry Nicholls
Ontario launching investigation after emergency alert mistakenly sent about Pickering nuclear power station
An alert warning Ontario residents of an unspecified incident at the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station early Sunday morning was sent in error, Ontario Power Generation said. OPG sent out a tweet about 40 minutes after the emergency alert, which was pushed to cellphones at about 7:30 a.m., saying it was a mistake. People walk past the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station, in Pickering, Ont., Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn
Reserve-based businesses go global as Indigenous entrepreneurs tap into e-commerce
Dakota Brant works on a piece from the 'In the Woods' collection at Sapling & Flint in Ohsweken, a Six Nations of the Grand River village.
Ghosn’s lawyer says questioning averaged 7 hours a day
FILE PHOTO: Former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn gestures during a news conference at the Lebanese Press Syndicate in Beirut, Lebanon January 8, 2020. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir/File Photo
Your lookahead horoscope: January 12
Taurus
Titans harass Jackson, stun Ravens in divisional playoffs
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 11: Derrick Henry #22 of the Tennessee Titans carries the ball during the second half against the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 11, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
China says world should stick to ‘One China’ after Tsai win in Taiwan
Taiwan's 2020 presidential election candidate, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, center, anf her running mate William Lai, left, celebrate their victory with supporters in Taipei, Taiwan, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020. Taiwan's independence-leaning President Tsai Ing-wen won a second term in a landslide election victory Saturday, signaling strong support for her tough stance against China. (AP Photo/Chiang Ying-ying)
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