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Trigger for new immigration powers ‘intentionally not defined’ in border bill: Diab
OTTAWA — Immigration Minister Lena Diab says the definition of a “public interest” event that…
Seven things to watch for as PM Mark Carney meets Chinese President Xi Jinping
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping…
Injured George Springer on track to play in Game 6 for Blue Jays, manager says
TORONTO (AP) — Injured Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer is on track to play…
Ottawa announces $7 million for Hurricane Melissa relief in Caribbean countries
OTTAWA — Ottawa has announced $7 million in humanitarian relief for Caribbean states hit by…
Canadian yellow peas hit with India’s new 30 per cent tariff on all imports
OTTAWA — Canadian yellow pea producers will now face tariffs in both of their major…
Legault stands firm on doctor payment reform, despite minister’s resignation
QUÉBEC — Quebec Premier François Legault insists he will not back down on controversial changes…
Canadiens’ Caufield, Suzuki off to hot starts with Olympic spots in sight
BROSSARD — Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield watched in disappointment as the 4 Nations Face-Off…
Tony Vitello takes daunting step from college ranks to MLB dugout as Giants manager
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Tony Vitello fully recognizes he is a most unconventional call-up to…
Meet Bill DeBlasio, the man a British newspaper confused with ex-NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio
NEW YORK (AP) — For more than a decade, a Long Island wine importer named…
Ontario-bred horse Gas Me Up faces stiff challenge in Breeders’ Cup Mile event
Kevin Attard fully understands the monumental task at hand. Canada’s champion trainer last year will…
Patriots’ stingy run defense faces test against Falcons RB Bijan Robinson
Atlanta (3-4) at New England (6-2) Sunday 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Patriots…
Cavaliers’ Jarrett Allen breaks left ring finger, questionable for Friday’s game
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen is listed as questionable for Friday’s NBA Cup…
Chief of defence staff offers apology for military’s history of racial discrimination
OTTAWA — The head of Canada’s military formally apologized Thursday to the Canadian Armed Forces…
Real Madrid signs veteran NBA center Alex Len
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid said Thursday it has agreed to sign veteran NBA center…
Five things you may not know about the 1995 Quebec referendum
MONTREAL — The 1995 referendum on independence took place 30 years ago on Thursday, when…
Rookie QB Tyler Shough makes his first NFL start when Saints face surging Rams defense
New Orleans Saints (1-7) at Los Angeles Rams (5-2) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM…
Fans buzzing as Blue Jays look for one more win to claim World Series in Toronto
TORONTO — An hour before the Toronto Blue Jays’ merchandise store at Rogers Centre was…
Read the statement from Buckingham Palace stripping Prince Andrew of his titles
LONDON (AP) — Buckingham Palace announced Thursday that King Charles III is stripping Prince Andrew…
Ottawa’s new climate strategy being developed ‘behind closed doors,’ AFN says
OTTAWA — Ottawa’s new climate competitiveness strategy is being developed “behind closed doors,” without input…
A look at Prince Andrew’s antics and scandals that have tried royal patience for decades
Prince Andrew is losing the title that he’s had since birth and being evicted from…
WADA launches ‘Operation Puncture’ to investigate leak about Chinese swimmers’ doping tests
LONDON (AP) — The World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed on Thursday it is looking into a…
Mark Walter finalizes his purchase of a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mark Walter is the majority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers…
Saskatchewan introduces bill that would allow tailgating outside Roughrider games
REGINA — Fans of the CFL’s Saskatchewan Roughriders could soon be allowed to do some…
Patriots, Drake Maye will try to air it out against Falcons and their top-ranked pass defense
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Drake Maye hasn’t been afraid to throw the ball deep down…