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New book assesses Trudeau government's record of living up to pledges
OTTAWA - A new book arriving on the eve of the federal election campaign is offering policy geeks a comprehensive take on whether Justin Trudeau lived up to his 2015...
Aug 25, 2019
In the news today, Aug. 23
Four stories in the news for Friday, Aug. 23 --- GRITS DIG UP VIDEO OF SCHEER SPEAKING AGAINST SAME-SEX MARRIAGE Liberals went trolling Thursday for young, progressive-minded voter...
Aug 25, 2019
Hezbollah says Israeli drones crashed without being shot
BEIRUT - Hezbollah said Sunday that two Israeli drones crashed in Beirut overnight without the militant group firing on them. Spokesman Mohammed Afif said a small, unmanned reconnaissance drone fell o...
Aug 25, 2019
Rolling Stones get name on little Martian rock that rolled
PASADENA, Calif. - There is now a "Rolling Stones Rock" on Mars, and it's giving Mick, Keith and the boys some serious satisfaction. NASA named a little stone for the legendary rockers after its InSig...
Aug 25, 2019
Hamilton Tiger-Cats claw out 13-10 win over B.C. Lions
VANCOUVER - A touchdown by David Watford powered the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to a 13-10 win over the B.C. Lions on Saturday. The Lions (1-9) were plagued by the same issues that have dogged the ...
Aug 24, 2019
Hernandez single in 9th lifts Dodgers over Blue Jays 3-2
LOS ANGELES - Kik Hernandez came up with a big hit on his bobblehead night. The Dodgers second baseman capped a three-run ninth inning by blooping a single to score Corey Seager with the winning run a...
Aug 24, 2019
Roughriders defence dominates early in 40-18 win over Redblacks
REGINA - The Saskatchewan Roughriders capitalized on three first-quarter interceptions to build an early 20-0 lead, one they wouldn't relinquish in a 40-18 victory over the reeling Ottawa Redblacks on...
Aug 24, 2019
Toronto FC beats Montreal Impact 2-1 to grab playoff spot
TORONTO - Justin Morrow finished off a pinpoint passing play to score in the 81st minute and give Toronto FC a critical 2-1 victory over the rival Montreal Impact on Saturday. The win pushed TFC (10-1...
Aug 24, 2019
Raiders beat Packers in Winnipeg on reconfigured 80-yard field
WINNIPEG - Jon Gruden says he was ready to put his Oakland Raiders on the field in Winnipeg for an pre-season game with the Green Bay Packers, but the head coach had to quickly make some adjustments.&...
Aug 24, 2019
Strip down, saddle up: Naked bikers hit Philadelphia streets
PHILADELPHIA - Hundreds of bicyclists have been caught with their pants down - and their shirts and underwear off, too. The cyclists gathered in a Philadelphia park on Saturday to disrobe before saddl...
Aug 24, 2019