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Merritt not guilty on one murder charge
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Merritt not guilty on one murder charge

Mistrial declared in killing of ex-husband at Mississauga home

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March 19, 2024
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Police see sharp rise in carjackings, thefts

Carjackings have more than doubled so far in 2024 while breakand-enters for the purpose of car theft have already exceeded the total number for all of last year, Toronto's police chief says.

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March 19, 2024
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MPs pass amended motion on support for Palestinian statehood

A majority of MPs voted Monday to support an NDP resolution calling on Canada to work “towards the establishment of the state of Palestine” after sweeping changes demanded by the Liberal government were made to allay fears it would be seen as an antiIsrael move.

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March 19, 2024
What's the deal with older adults and emojis?
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What's the deal with older adults and emojis?

Study finds elders can decode the emotion behind emojis, but use them less in messages

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March 18, 2024
The Atlantic diet is a good alternative to Mediterranean
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The Atlantic diet is a good alternative to Mediterranean

Anyone paying even a little bit of attention to nutrition science must know by now that the Mediterranean has officially been crowned the king of all diets.

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March 18, 2024
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Bitcoin ETFs can offer safety, but weigh the risks

From claims of its potential to protect against inflation to ushering in a new era of decentralization, cryptocurrency has been hailed by enthusiasts from all walks of life as the future of investing.

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March 18, 2024
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How women can invest in their retirement

You’ve been to free retirement workshops.

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March 18, 2024
RETIREMENT HOMES 2.0
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RETIREMENT HOMES 2.0

How aging Canadians, not happy with current living options, are thinking outside the old folks home’ to save money and build a community on their terms

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March 18, 2024
Alcaraz, Swiatek claim titles
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Alcaraz, Swiatek claim titles

Carlos Alcaraz arrived at Indian Wells full of doubt about his twisted right ankle. He’s leaving as a two-time champion.

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March 18, 2024
Homan stays unbeaten
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Homan stays unbeaten

Canadian rink 3-0 after win over United States at world championship

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March 18, 2024
FORWARD MARCH
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FORWARD MARCH

Purdue back as top seed, looking to avoid another upset

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March 18, 2024
Bring on the post-season
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Bring on the post-season

Toronto isn’t the only team killing time until the playoffs. The schedule should be shorter

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March 18, 2024
Votto goes deep on first swing
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Votto goes deep on first swing

Then jokes about abrupt exit after stepping on a stray bat in the dugout

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March 18, 2024
Putin tightens grip with win
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Putin tightens grip with win

Russian President Vladimir Putin basked in a victory early Monday that was never in doubt, as partial election results showed him easily securing a fifth term after facing only token challengers and harshly suppressing opposition voices.

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March 18, 2024
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Reviving Canada's economic prosperity

When the Coalition for a Better Future — which we co-chair — released its first annual scorecard report for Canada’s economy a year ago, it expressed concern about persistent economic weakness that was threatening to undermine our future prosperity.

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March 18, 2024
Starvation a horrible choice to inflict during war
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Starvation a horrible choice to inflict during war

Here in Toronto, we are starting to see joyful signs of spring, the season of hope. Yet every day, we see on the news that in Gaza there can be no such joy. Starvation, malnourishment and disease due to lack of clean water are causing untold suffering and death.

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March 18, 2024
'Nothing left' after fire
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'Nothing left' after fire

Blaze destroys historic Ward’s Island clubhouse, café

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March 18, 2024
That costume is magic'
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That costume is magic'

City’s beloved 91-year-old leprechaun is still full of the Irish spirit

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March 18, 2024
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Netanyahu snaps back against U.S. criticism

Israeli PM says he'll continue Gaza offensive after top U.S. senator suggests elections needed

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March 18, 2024
Slain family mourned at service
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Slain family mourned at service

Sri Lankan woman, children and family friend were found dead in home

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March 18, 2024
Murder trial in death of constable begins
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Murder trial in death of constable begins

The long-awaited trial of a man charged with running over Toronto police Const. Jeffrey Northrup on July 2, 2021, in the underground parking lot below Nathan Phillips Square is set to begin on Monday with jury selection.

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March 18, 2024
Online hate bill a case of overreach
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Online hate bill a case of overreach

It’s troubling how willingly some societies will forsake civil liberties in the name of a purportedly greater or more urgent cause.

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March 18, 2024
Emails show FIFA sought labour law exemption
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Emails show FIFA sought labour law exemption

Concessions tied to 2026 bid raised concern at city hall

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March 18, 2024
Regent Park family mourns father, brother
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Regent Park family mourns father, brother

Eldest sons ask public to drop false narratives’ about shooting

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March 18, 2024
Residents fed up with raucous frat parties
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Residents fed up with raucous frat parties

Former governor general joins neighbours in calling on city to address complaints

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March 18, 2024
Holocaust survivor's story lives on
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Holocaust survivor's story lives on

Project racing against time to record memories shows potential for AI tech to preserve history

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March 17, 2024
On a mission to help
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On a mission to help

Evangelical Christians fiercely support Israel as wartime volunteers

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March 17, 2024
Homan starts strong at worlds
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Homan starts strong at worlds

Skip leads Canada to wins over Sweden and Denmark on opening day of championship

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March 17, 2024
Stepping out of Herdman's shadow
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Stepping out of Herdman's shadow

Mauro Biello presents himself as fully in control, determined to do things his way for Canada’s do-ordie Copa America qualifier against 96th-ranked Trinidad and Tobago. That meant, yes, picking the strongest squad available, but with one eye on the future with the 2026 World Cup approaching at breakneck speed.

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March 17, 2024
An experimental phase
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An experimental phase

As season winds down, Rajakovic gets creative with lineups

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March 17, 2024