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RCMP describe ‘race against time’ in effort to thwart would-be bomber Driver
OTTAWA – An early-morning tip from FBI investigators triggered a “race against time” as police…
Imported, fresh produce suspected as Cyclospora sickens 51 in Canada
Public health officials in four provinces are trying to track an outbreak of the intestinal…
Chronic delays undermine public faith in justice system, Senate report warns
OTTAWA – The delays plaguing the justice system have become a crisis that could result…
Pilot project will soon allow golf carts to putter around two B.C. towns
QUALICUM BEACH, B.C. – Two communities in British Columbia have been selected to test drive…
U.S. man who blackmailed Canadian girl to strip online gets prison sentence
TRENTON, N.J. – A New Jersey man who blackmailed a Canadian girl to strip naked…
Government appeals decision to nix security certificate in Jaballah terror case
OTTAWA – The federal government is appealing a judge’s decision to strike down a national…
Federal agencies set to tap into minds of thousands of young voters
OTTAWA – Newly released figures show that more than 9,000 young Canadians have applied to…
Ticket sold in Prairies wins Friday’s $60 million Lotto Max jackpot
TORONTO – There is one winning ticket for the $60 million jackpot in Friday night’s…
MacLennan repeats as Canada wins medal of each colour on Day 7 of Rio Olympics
RIO DE JANEIRO – Rosie MacLennan’s historic defence of her Olympic trampoline title highlighted a…
Wandering moose inspires 400-mile cross-border trail
NEWCOMB, N.Y. – The 400-mile trek of a radio-collared moose named Alice is the inspiration…
Canadian drone racer says sport better version of Formula One racing
VICTORIA – Andrew Meyer says he’s chasing the future as he travels the world competing…
One winning ticket for Saturday night’s $21 million Lotto 649 jackpot
TORONTO – A ticket purchased in British Columbia claimed Saturday night’s $21 million Lotto 649…
Charges in ‘sexting’ ring a quandary for Nova Scotia town — and for experts
BRIDGEWATER, N.S. – When 14-year-old Jillian speaks of her generation’s widespread practice of sending naked…
A look at how the Iraqi refugee population compares to Syrians by the numbers
OTTAWA – Prior to the Liberals’ Syrian resettlement program, the largest single group of refugees…
Mike Duffy’s lawyer recalls ‘daunting’ challenge of intense media interest
OTTAWA – The lawyer who successfully defended Sen. Mike Duffy shared details Sunday of what…
RCMP say Edmonton skydiver, 52, died during weekend competition
WESTLOCK, Alta. – RCMP say a skydiver has died during a competition north of Edmonton.…
No verdict on Day 2 of deliberations in Quebec 2012 election shooting trial
MONTREAL – There will be a third day of deliberations in the trial of the…
Brad Wall says ‘racist and hate-filled’ comments after fatal shooting must stop
REGINA – Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall is condemning what he calls “racist and hate-filled” comments…
Five stories in the news today, Aug. 15
Five stories in the news today from The Canadian Press: ——— GOODALE TO ANNOUNCE ANTI-TERROR…
De Grasse races to bronze in 100 metres, breaks women’s hold on Canadian medal haul
RIO DE JANEIRO – Andre De Grasse proved once again that he can run with…
Liberals move to reassure Canadians on terrorism
OTTAWA – The governing Liberals are moving further to reassure Canadians that they have a…
Forest fires now contained, travel ban in woods partially lifted in Nova Scotia
HALIFAX – Nova Scotia has lifted some restrictions on travel and activities in wooded areas…
Ontario Energy Board updates consultation requirements for oil pipelines
TORONTO – The Ontario Energy Board is issuing new guidelines to better define obligations to…
Nova Scotia’s law society won’t appeal Trinity Western ruling to Supreme Court
HALIFAX – The society representing Nova Scotia’s lawyers says it won’t take its fight against…