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updated UN raises fears of civil war in Syria video

Syrian government forces renewed their assault on the rebellious city of Homs on Tuesday, activists said, as the UN human rights chief raised fears of civil war.

U.S. gets 1st hard look at future China leader

Washington gets its first hard look Tuesday at Xi Jinping, the man destined to lead China in the coming decade, during which the global powers probably will see their economic ties grow.

updated Whitney Houston's funeral to be held Saturday video

Pop star Whitney Houston's funeral service will be held Saturday in the New Jersey church where she first showcased her singing talents as a child.

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updated Online surveillance bill tabled in House

A bill that would give police and intelligence agencies new powers to access Canadians' electronic communications, sometimes without a warrant, has been tabled in the House of Commons.

Enbridge offered First Nations cash to study pipeline

An aboriginal organization leading the fight to prevent oil tankers on the British Columbia coast once took money from Enbridge Inc., the company hoping to build the pipeline from Alberta to a West Coast port.

Man kidnapped at Greyhound station escapes captors

Two Thunder Bay, Ont., men face charges following a kidnapping in which a man was dragged from a Greyhound bus terminal and forced into a vehicle, police say.

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Politics »

new Fantino says Canada's F-35 jet purchase 'evolving' video

Canada's minister responsible for military procurement now appears open to adjusting the Defence Department's order for F-35 fighter jets, citing an economic environment "we may not have any control over."

new Canadian Forces to open support hub in Germany

Defence Minister Peter MacKay has announced that a new operational support hub for the Canadian Forces will be set up in Germany.

new Amend copyright bill to end radio 'subsidy,' groups urge

Musicians and record labels want the federal government to amend its copyright reform act to end a break for commercial radio stations that reduces royalty payments to artists.

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Health »

Chronic fatigue may be reversed with exercise

Taking it easy is not the best treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome, rather exercise and behaviour therapy are, a large study finds.

AT&T buys T-Mobile USA for $39B US

AT&T Inc. said Sunday it will buy T-Mobile USA from Deutsche Telekom AG in a cash-and-stock deal valued at $39 billion US, becoming the largest cellphone company in the U.S.

Milky Way home to 50 billion planets: NASA

Scientists have compiled the first cosmic census of planets in our galaxy: at least 50 billion planets are estimated to call the Milky Way home.

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Arts & Entertainment»

updated Whitney Houston's funeral to be held Saturday video

Pop star Whitney Houston's funeral service will be held Saturday in the New Jersey church where she first showcased her singing talents as a child.

Famed romance began with exchange of letters

The 573 love letters exchanged between Elizabeth Barrett and her future husband, fellow poet Robert Browning, are now viewable online.

new Amend copyright bill to end radio 'subsidy,' groups urge

Musicians and record labels want the federal government to amend its copyright reform act to end a break for commercial radio stations that reduces royalty payments to artists.

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Technology & Science »

updated Online surveillance bill tabled in House

A bill that would give police and intelligence agencies new powers to access Canadians' electronic communications, sometimes without a warrant, has been tabled in the House of Commons.

Higgs boson hunt aided by energy boost

The world's largest particle accelerator is ramping up its beam energy in hopes that scientists will learn definitively this year whether the last undiscovered particle in the Standard Model of Physics exists.

new Nortel hit by suspected Chinese cyberattacks for a decade

Hackers based in China enjoyed widespread access to Nortel's computer network for nearly a decade, according to a report.

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Money »

Raitt offers new mediator in Air Canada dispute

Federal Labour Minister Lisa Raitt is again intervening in a labour dispute at Air Canada, initiating a six-month mediation process after telling pilots and the company that any work stoppage would be contrary to the interests of Canadians.

new Nortel hit by suspected Chinese cyberattacks for a decade

Hackers based in China enjoyed widespread access to Nortel's computer network for nearly a decade, according to a report.

Greek economy shrinks 7% in fourth quarter

The Greek economy remained stuck in a deep recession in the fourth quarter, according to official figures released Tuesday that confirm the painful effects of austerity reforms intended to lower debt.

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Consumer Life »

Honda recalls Fit subcompacts

Honda Canada says it will recall 14,640 of its 2009 and 2010 Fit subcompact cars to replace lost motion springs.

U.S. travel fee proposal criticized by Harper

Prime Minister Stephen Harper says he doesn't think much of a new border tax that's being proposed by the United States, calling it a cash grab designed to help a budget crisis.

Bell class action suit approved by Que. court

A Quebec Superior Court judge has authorized a class action lawsuit to go ahead against Bell Mobility.

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Sports »

Scores: NHL NBA

preview Flames, Leafs hungry for playoff spots

The Calgary Flames are still out of the playoff picture in the Western Conference, but they're making a strong push to be among the top eight teams. The Toronto Maple Leafs might fall out of the race in the East if they don't improve their play.

Athletes and Valentine's Day

The writers here at CBCSports.ca wanted to spread some love on this special day, so with the help of Twitter we've constructed a very special Valentine's Day card for sports fans everywhere.

Bruins goalie Thomas posts Coolidge quote to Facebook

Boston Bruins goaltender Tim Thomas posted a quote from former U.S. president Calvin Coolidge on his Facebook page Monday, the latest in a string of messages that have brought attention to him.

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