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'Little backpacks:' GPS used to track nighthawks from northern Alberta to Brazil
EDMONTON - The whoosh of nighthawk wings is a familiar sound in the Canadian dusk. Now, scientists have figured out where those enigmatic wings whoosh off to for the winter. “We have identified ...
Jul 24, 2018
Montreal psych hospital probing alleged attack by teenage patients
MONTREAL - The administration of a maximum security psychiatric hospital in Montreal has launched an investigation after several employees were allegedly injured by a group of teenage patients who rep...
Jul 24, 2018
Winnipeg police warn of pond hazards after man drowns trying to rescue dog
WINNIPEG - A Winnipeg man drowned while trying to rescue his family’s dog from a city pond that is more hazardous than it may appear, police said Tuesday. The 58-year-old man was walking with hi...
Jul 24, 2018
Critics seek 'Discovery Day' name change, saying it ignores Indigenous presence
ST. JOHN’S, N.L. - A movement is afoot to change the name of a holiday recognizing Europeans’ so-called “discovery” of Newfoundland and Labrador. A St. John’s city counci...
Jul 24, 2018
Tour riders sprayed with tear gas amid protest by farmers
BAGNERES-DE-LUCHON, France - After fans had caused chaos in the Alps by setting off flares, tear gas from police played havoc with Tour de France riders during the first stage in the Pyrenees on Tuesd...
Jul 24, 2018
Manitoba illegally clawing back cash: Indigenous child-welfare agencies
WINNIPEG - Indigenous child-welfare agencies in Manitoba say the province is acting illegally and immorally by clawing back money earmarked for kids in care. Six child and family services agencies are...
Jul 24, 2018
Vanessa Redgrave to receive career prize at Venice Film Fest
ROME - British actress Vanessa Redgrave will receive the prestigious Golden Lion career prize at this year’s Venice Film Festival. Each year, the Venice Biennale awards two prizes to celebrate c...
Jul 24, 2018
Man arrested in Hill incident yells, swears at judge in brief court hearing
OTTAWA - A man arrested following an incident on Parliament Hill is being ordered to have a psychological exam after a raucous court appearance that saw him swear at a judge and demand his lawyer be f...
Jul 24, 2018
International Olympic Committee executive says Calgary checks many 2026 boxes
CALGARY - An International Olympic Committee executive says hosting the 2026 Winter Games is a low risk for Calgary. Calgarians, however, await a price tag to decide that for themselves. Detailed cost...
Jul 24, 2018
Salmonella contamination prompts recall of goldfish crackers
OTTAWA - A brand of Pepperidge Farm goldfish crackers are being recalled due to salmonella contamination. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the Goldfish Flavour Blasted Xtreme Cheddar Crackers ...
Jul 24, 2018