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Last Updated: Tuesday, February 9, 2010 | 2:56 AM ET

Protesters target Olympic torch run
: Anti-Olympic activists are making no secret of where and when they plan to protest against the Olympic flame as torchbearers wend their way through Metro Vancouver. But the activists are not saying just what they're planning to do. more »; Related: U.S. Olympic critic denied entry into Canada; Related: Anti-Olympic protesters call for support

Olympic torch relay weaves through Metro Vancouver: With just four days to go until the 2010 Winter Games, the Olympic torch relay is rolling through the suburbs of Metro Vancouver, en route to the Opening Ceremony at BC Place on Friday afternoon. more »
Olympic restrictions have cabbies griping: The Olympics could be a bust for Vancouver's taxi drivers because cabs are not allowed to access Olympic traffic lanes throughout the city, according to one industry spokesman. more »

Chan arrives in Vancouver full of confidence: Reigning Canadian figure skating champion Patrick Chan was met by dozens of fans when he arrived Monday at Vancouver International Airport. more »
Olympic kudos expected in B.C. throne speech: The B.C. government will return to the legislature Tuesday for a three-day, pre-Olympics political warm-up that includes a throne speech and a historic visit to the legislature by the prime minister. more »
Rogge tells Russia to keep it clean: International Olympic Committee president Jacques Rogge has expressed concern to Russian president Dmitry Medvedev about his country's repeated doping violations in cross-country skiing and biathlon. more »
Cypress Mountain gets dry ice injection: Vancouver's warm weather has prompted organizers to try a new snow preservation technique on Cypress Mountain. Tubes filled with dry ice have been placed in moguls and into the aerials course to keep snow from breaking down. more »
Boxing 'roo wins fight at Athletes' Village: Australia's team will be allowed to fly a giant flag of a boxing kangaroo from its balconies in the Olympic Village, after striking a deal with the International Olympic Committee. more »
Infant's body found in B.C. landfill: RCMP in Richmond, B.C., have arrested a woman after finding a baby's body in a landfill south of Vancouver. more »
U.S. Olympic critic denied entry into Canada: An American freelance journalist and Olympic critic was denied entry into Canada on Saturday, according to the Olympic Resistance Network. more »

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Interim commander will replace Williams: The Canadian military has expressed shock at the murder charges laid against Col. Russell Williams and says it will appoint an interim commander to replace him as head of 8 Wing/CFB Trenton.
CFB Trenton commander charged with murder: Canadian military commander Col. Russell Williams has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of two eastern Ontario women.
Red tape delays Haitian relief volunteers: Quebec medical workers returning from a relief mission in Haiti are urging authorities to suspend rules they say are delaying help for the disaster-ridden country.

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Haiti man pulled from rubble: A 28-year-old man has been pulled from rubble in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, claiming to have been trapped there since the massive earthquake on Jan. 12.
Iran offers halt to enrichment if supplied nuclear fuel: Iran says it would back off plans to enrich its stockpile of uranium if the West provides nuclear fuel needed for its research reactor.
Avalanches near Afghanistan capital kill 28: Avalanches in a mountain pass north of Kabul have killed at least 28 people, injured more than 70 and left 1,500 stranded on blocked roads, Afghan officials say.

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Heart strategy could save Canada billions: Canada could save about $5 billion a year in health-care costs by lowering the number of heart attacks and strokes among the country's population, according to a new report.
Italian doctor heightens interest in MS cause: The Italian doctor whose unconventional thinking on the cause of multiple sclerosis is visiting North America to drum up interest in testing the idea.
P.E.I. a bad place for a heart attack: study: P.E.I. is one of the worst places in Canada to have a heart attack, according to a University of Calgary study.

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Ringo Starr honoured on Hollywood Walk of Fame: A star for former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr was added to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Monday evening during a whimsical ceremony that also marked the 50th anniversary of groundbreaking on the sidewalk attraction.
Halifax concert raises $270K for Haiti: Thousands of people packed the Halifax Metro Centre Monday night to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars to help the people of earthquake-devastated Haiti.
Jackson's doctor pleads not guilty to manslaughter: Dr. Conrad Murray, who was caring for Michael Jackson at the time of the pop star's death, has pleaded not guilty after being charged Monday with involuntary manslaughter.

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Astronauts inspect shuttle on way to space station: Endeavour's astronauts have inspected their ship for any launch damage as they raced toward a rendezvous with the International Space Station.
Beer may be good for bones: study: Moderate beer consumption may help fight osteoporosis, suggests a study by the University of California's department of food science and technology.
Astronaut Thirsk lauds space investment: Canadian astronaut Robert Thirsk visited his old alma mater Monday to pick up the degree he was awarded while in orbit.

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Toyota recalls 437,000 Prius, other hybrids: Toyota is recalling 437,000 Prius and other hybrid cars worldwide to fix brake problems — the latest embarrassing safety defect at the world's largest automaker.
Japan Airlines chooses American over Delta: Japan Airlines, wooed by Delta Air Lines with promises of cash and a broad global network, has spurned the world's biggest carrier and opted to keep its alliance with American Airlines.
Competition Bureau challenges real estate group: The Competition Bureau says the Canadian Real Estate Association limits consumer choice and forces people to pay for services they may not want in selling a house.

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Competition Bureau challenges real estate group: The Competition Bureau says the Canadian Real Estate Association limits consumer choice and forces people to pay for services they may not want in selling a house.
Toyota recalls 437,000 Prius, other hybrids: Toyota is recalling 437,000 Prius and other hybrid cars worldwide to fix brake problems — the latest embarrassing safety defect at the world's largest automaker.
Tim Hortons bans complaining customer: A coffee enthusiast in St. Andrews, N.B., has learned the customer may not always be right after being banned from Tim Hortons for complaining about burnt coffee.

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Coyotes beat up on Oilers: Matthew Lombardi had two goals and three assists for a career-high five points as the Phoenix Coyotes routed Edmonton 6-1 on Monday night for their 36th victory, matching their total from last season.
Hockey Night's 3 Stars: Coyotes centre Matthew Lombardi scored two goals and set up three more for a career-high five points in a 6-1 rout of the Edmonton Oilers in Phoenix on Monday night.
Sharks shade Giguere, Maple Leafs: Through a series of deflections and funny bounces, the San Jose Sharks snapped J.S. Giguere's shutout streak and handed him his first loss wearing the blue and white, a 3-2 decision on Monday in Toronto.