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Thai protesters pour blood in Bangkok

Thai protesters poured donated blood outside the front gate of the government headquarters in Bangkok in a symbolic sacrifice to press their demand for a new election.

Cannon condemns Israel's new settlement plan

Canada's Foreign Affairs department had denied its minister was using tougher language against Israel when he condemned the announcement to build 1,600 apartments in east Jerusalem.

British pensioners lose court bid

A European court rejected the claim of thousands of British pensioners living in Canada, Australia, South Africa and other countries who have been trying to force the U.K. government to index their pensions.

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Charges possible in B.C. avalanche deaths

RCMP in B.C. say they have stopped searching at the site of a deadly avalanche and are now focusing on whether charges should be laid.

Harper fields questions on YouTube

Prime Minister Stephen Harper fielded questions on hot topics ranging from legalizing marijuana and Afghanistan to aid for Africa and the deficit in his first YouTube interview Tuesday night.

2 Yukon Mounties acquitted of sexual assault

Two RCMP officers have been acquitted of sexually assaulting a woman in the Yukon town of Watson Lake.

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Politics »

Toyota Canada target of federal probe

The federal Transport Department is investigating Toyota Canada's handling of consumer concerns about the safety of its vehicles.

Flaherty urges countries to control their deficits

Finance Minister Jim Flaherty said other developed nations should come up with clearer plans on how they are going to get their weighty budget deficits under control.

Internet access funds not cut: Clement

The Conservative government is denying reports it was cutting funding to community institutions that provide free internet access to Canadians who don't have affordable access at home or at work.

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Health »

Kidney failures up 57% over 10 years

More Canadians are living with end-stage kidney disease and waiting for transplants today than a decade ago, according to a new report.

Finances sank HIV vaccine facility bid

The decision not to build a planned multimillion-dollar HIV vaccine manufacturing facility was not a political one, Canada's chief public health officer says.

Pandemic flu vaccine talks start

The federal government has told the vaccine industry it wants to explore options for Canada's next pandemic flu vaccine contract, including having a back-up supplier.

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Arts & Entertainment»

Oprah defamation case goes to trial

A jury will decide whether TV talk show host Oprah Winfrey defamed the former headmistress of her girls' school in South Africa.

Haim remembered in Toronto service

Hundreds of Corey Haim's friends and relatives embraced and held hands as they arrived at a Toronto funeral home Tuesday to remember the fallen teen icon.

Shakespeare credited with new play

Nearly 400 years after the death of William Shakespeare, scholars are ready to add a new play to his canon.

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Technology & Science »

NDP's Angus unveils copyright bill

NDP copyright critic Charlie Angus has introduced a private member's bill that aims to add a new tax to MP3 players and extend users' rights to make copies of digital content.

Google launches Nexus One in Canada

Hot on the heels of poor sales estimates in the United States, Google is launching its Nexus One "super" phone in Canada.

Internet access funds not cut: Clement

The Conservative government is denying reports it was cutting funding to community institutions that provide free internet access to Canadians who don't have affordable access at home or at work.

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Money »

Toyota Canada target of federal probe

The federal Transport Department is investigating Toyota Canada's handling of consumer concerns about the safety of its vehicles.

Honda recalls Odysseys, Elements

Honda Canada says it is recalling thousands of vehicles in Canada after some of its customers complained about the feel of brake pedals.

New WestJet boss says expansion on horizon

Incoming WestJet head Gregg Saretsky says he wants to join forces with other airlines to offer flights to Asia, Europe and South America.

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Consumer Life »

Pepsi out of schools by 2012

PepsiCo plans to remove sugary drinks from schools worldwide following the success of programs in the U.S. aimed at reducing childhood obesity.

Honda recalls Odysseys, Elements

Honda Canada says it is recalling thousands of vehicles in Canada after some of its customers complained about the feel of brake pedals.

Many buy green products for status

People are often motivated by status, says new research from the University of Minneapolis, meaning many are buying green products to seem eco-friendly.

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Sports »

Scores: NHL NBA

Leafs still have Senators' number

The visiting Toronto Maple Leafs kept their provincial rivals in a post-Olympic funk on Tuesday, taking down the Ottawa Senators 4-1 at Scotiabank Place.

Canadiens pad cushion on Rangers

The Montreal Canadiens extended their winning streak to six games with a 3-1 victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.

Tiger Woods returning for Masters

Tiger Woods announced Tuesday he'll return to tournament play at the Masters in early April, ending a self-imposed layoff that followed revelations of marital infidelity by the world's top golfer.

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Diversions »

World's shortest man, He Pingping of China, dies in Italy; fell ill at TV rehearsal

When horses fly: Helicopter rescues horse stranded nearly 5 days on US sandbar

Staten Island Ferry worker suspended over shamrock flap; says he just wanted to spread cheer

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