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Stolen Churchill portrait resurfaces in Italy
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Stolen Churchill portrait resurfaces in Italy

‘Roaring Lion’ swiped from Ottawa hotel, replaced with fake

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September 12, 2024
'THE SYSTEM FAILED HER❜
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'THE SYSTEM FAILED HER❜

Ford open to broader examination of what went wrong in case of child found dead in dumpster

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September 12, 2024
Hill a Victim of Abuse of Power - Bodycam video shows officers drastically escalated a routine traffic stop.
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Hill a Victim of Abuse of Power - Bodycam video shows officers drastically escalated a routine traffic stop.

Bodycam video shows officers drastically escalated a routine traffic stop. Tyreek Hill, who referenced his interaction with police after scoring on Sunday, wants to stage a community forum that includes local police.

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September 11, 2024
Google Loses Appeal of Antitrust Ruling - EU's top court also rules Apple must pay billions in back taxes to government of Ireland.
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Google Loses Appeal of Antitrust Ruling - EU's top court also rules Apple must pay billions in back taxes to government of Ireland.

EU's top court also rules Apple must pay billions in back taxes to government of Ireland.The rulings against Google and Apple are a victory for European Commissioner Margrethe Vestager, who's expected to step down next month after 10 years as the commission's top official overseeing competition.

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September 11, 2024
Forget Your Lizard? You Have Too Much Stuff - Vinay Menon wonders how one would leave behind a pet lizard in a hotel room. A society in which people forget exotic possessions is a society with too many possessions, he writes.
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Forget Your Lizard? You Have Too Much Stuff - Vinay Menon wonders how one would leave behind a pet lizard in a hotel room. A society in which people forget exotic possessions is a society with too many possessions, he writes.

Vinay Menon wonders how one would leave behind a pet lizard in a hotel room. A society in which people forget exotic possessions is a society with too many possessions, he writes.

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September 11, 2024
Pamela Anderson, Oscar nominee? - "The Last Showgirl" co-stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Pamela Anderson at Soho House last weekend. The film is about a 57-year-old down-on-herluck showgirl. "I've been getting ready for this role in my life," Anderson said.
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Pamela Anderson, Oscar nominee? - "The Last Showgirl" co-stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Pamela Anderson at Soho House last weekend. The film is about a 57-year-old down-on-herluck showgirl. "I've been getting ready for this role in my life," Anderson said.

“Oscar nominee Pamela Anderson.” Stranger things have happened. "The Last Showgirl" co-stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Pamela Anderson at Soho House last weekend. The film is about a 57-year-old down-on-herluck showgirl. "I've been getting ready for this role in my life," Anderson said.

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September 11, 2024
Potential Pilots Strike Taking Toll on Travel Plans - Customers who decide to wait for their Air Canada flight to be cancelled in the event of a strike will be eligible for a full refund, but won't be compensated for meals, hotels and other incidental expenses.
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Potential Pilots Strike Taking Toll on Travel Plans - Customers who decide to wait for their Air Canada flight to be cancelled in the event of a strike will be eligible for a full refund, but won't be compensated for meals, hotels and other incidental expenses.

Thousands incurring added costs, stress amid scramble to reschedule trips. Customers who decide to wait for their Air Canada flight to be cancelled in the event of a strike will be eligible for a full refund, but won't be compensated for meals, hotels and other incidental expenses.

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September 11, 2024
Ottawa Blocks Weapons Exports to Israel - Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly said the Liberal government will block the sale of any Canadian arms or parts to a third country that would end up used in Gaza.
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Ottawa Blocks Weapons Exports to Israel - Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly said the Liberal government will block the sale of any Canadian arms or parts to a third country that would end up used in Gaza.

Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly said the Liberal government will block the sale of any Canadian arms or parts to a third country that would end up used in Gaza. Joly suggests sales aren't in line with Canada's objectives

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September 11, 2024
Carney Tries to Position Himself as 'an Outsider' - Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney sidestepped questions on whether he had plans to run for the Liberals in the next general election on Tuesday.
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Carney Tries to Position Himself as 'an Outsider' - Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney sidestepped questions on whether he had plans to run for the Liberals in the next general election on Tuesday.

Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney sidestepped questions on whether he had plans to run for the Liberals in the next general election on Tuesday. Mark Carney wants you to know he’s answering a call from his country, not overtly positioning himself for the Liberal leadership, or painting himself to be the Grits’ saviour.

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September 11, 2024
Gas Plant Emissions Could Affect New Housing Projects - Poor air quality threatens scale of development
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Gas Plant Emissions Could Affect New Housing Projects - Poor air quality threatens scale of development

Poor air quality threatens scale of development. Despite city council twice voting against its expansion, the the Port Lands gas plant is embarking on upgrades that will increase its output by nine per cent.

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September 11, 2024
High-Stakes Clash - Harris and Trump face off in tense and combative U.S. presidential debate
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High-Stakes Clash - Harris and Trump face off in tense and combative U.S. presidential debate

Harris and Trump face off in tense and combative U.S. presidential debate.Sparring on politics and personality, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump showcased their starkly different visions for the country on abortion, immigration and American democracy as they met for the first time Tuesday for perhaps their only debate before November’s U.S. presidential election.The Democratic vice-president moved repeatedly to get under the skin of the former Republican president, provoking him with reminders about the 2020 election loss that he still denies and derisive asides at his other false claims.

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September 11, 2024
Lynne's ELO brings a rousing jukebox to town
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Lynne's ELO brings a rousing jukebox to town

Band played hits from its 50-plus-year catalogue for nearly two hours in its final worldwide tour

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September 11, 2024
Ottawa urged to pull digital services tax
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Ottawa urged to pull digital services tax

Lobby group warns of possible retaliatory measures by U.S. ahead of trade agreement review in 2026

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September 11, 2024
Labour shortage hurts housing plans
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Labour shortage hurts housing plans

Economists' report finds Ottawa's 'optimistic' targets unlikely to be met

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September 11, 2024
An old dog in a new wave
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An old dog in a new wave

Since call-up last month, 30-year-old Lukes has done nothing but hit

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September 11, 2024
Robertson can show his worth
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Robertson can show his worth

Often the odd man out, forward now has new opportunity with new coach

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September 11, 2024
Military says it was targeting Hamas in strike on camp
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Military says it was targeting Hamas in strike on camp

An Israeli strike hit a crowded Palestinian tent camp early Tuesday in Gaza, killing at least 19 people and wounding 60, Palestinian officials said. Israel said it targeted senior Hamas militants with precise munitions.

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September 11, 2024
Ontario broke a record, but it's not one we should be proud of
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Ontario broke a record, but it's not one we should be proud of

Well everyone, we broke a record: More than one million Ontarians visited a food bank over the past year, up 25 per cent from just last year.

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September 11, 2024
Singh fires back at Ford saying his priorities are out of order
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Singh fires back at Ford saying his priorities are out of order

It’s the booze talking. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh fired back at Doug Ford on Tuesday, accusing the premier of being “obsessed with alcohol in convenience stores” instead of more pressing challenges.

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September 11, 2024
Bloc keeping its focus on Quebecers, Blanchet says
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Bloc keeping its focus on Quebecers, Blanchet says

BQ leader says he's in no hurry to topple Liberals after NDP broke deal

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September 11, 2024
Suspect entered Canada in June 2023
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Suspect entered Canada in June 2023

Accused granted student visa month before his arrival

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September 11, 2024
Revue Cinema, landlords announce five-year lease
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Revue Cinema, landlords announce five-year lease

Film society thanks building owners for deal, John Tory for mediating

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September 11, 2024
Tiny islands looking to make big waves in climate fight
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Tiny islands looking to make big waves in climate fight

The closest I’ve ever come to paradise on Earth is Vanuatu.

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September 11, 2024
Cronenberg pays tribute to Jewison in award win
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Cronenberg pays tribute to Jewison in award win

David Cronenberg debuted his latest feature “The Shrouds” at Cannes but said he won’t really feel like he’s shared the film until it hits Toronto.

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September 10, 2024
A gripping vet implausible premise
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A gripping vet implausible premise

Production features fine performances if you fully buy in to this 2016 play’s finicky narrative

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September 10, 2024
Apple rolls out new iPhone features, with AI taking lead
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Apple rolls out new iPhone features, with AI taking lead

Company hopes new tools will help reverse a recent slump in sales

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September 10, 2024
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Retailer sure it can reach deal with Seven & i

Couche-Tard says bid offers strategic, financial benefits

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September 10, 2024
Air Canada cancellations could start as early as Friday
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Air Canada cancellations could start as early as Friday

If impasse with pilots union continues, airline will begin cancelling flights with full shutdown by Sept. 18

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September 10, 2024
Underwhelming under centre
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Underwhelming under centre

More shaky quarterback performances than superlative ones in Week 1

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September 10, 2024
Paralympians praise Paris
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Paralympians praise Paris

Canadians arrive at Pearson grateful for experience, happy to be home

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September 10, 2024