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Last Updated: Tuesday, February 9, 2010 | 3:18 PM ET

Another N.L. chopper crash inevitable: union

Another N.L. chopper crash inevitable: union
: A union leader representing oil workers says another offshore chopper crash will happen in Newfoundland and Labrador — and he's calling for changes to improve workers' chances of survival when it does. more »; Related: TIMELINE: The crash of Cougar Helicopters' Flight 491; Related: Offshore flights resume for first time since March helicopter crash

St. John's snow dumping angers resident: A downtown St. John's resident, who couldn't get into his driveway after plow operators blocked it with snow, says he's getting no satisfaction from the city. more »
Woman denies Horwood assault: One of the people charged with assaulting an elderly man in his home in rural Newfoundland last fall pleaded not guilty Tuesday during a court appearance. more »

City must help with storm repairs: Deputy Mayor: St. John's Deputy Mayor said Tuesday that city hall must play a role in repairing fishing stages and wharves that were damaged during last Friday's storm — even though the mayor has said the properties aren't a municipal responsibility. more »
Proposed St. John's highrise slammed at public meeting: A company that wants to build a large complex near the St. John's waterfront took a beating at a public forum Monday evening. more »
Work to start on C.B.S. bypass highway: Construction crews will soon start building the final section of a highway intended to ease congestion in and out of Conception Bay South, a growing community next to St. John's. more »
Storm damages property in small N.L. town: A storm surge in Greenspond, Bonavista Bay, on the weekend caused damage to property in the community. more »
Fatal Labrador fire caused by electrical flaw: Fire investigators have confirmed that an electrical fault caused a fatal house fire last week in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, N.L. late last week. more »
Danny Williams out of U.S. intensive care unit: Premier Danny Williams was released Friday from the intensive care unit of a hospital in the United States where he underwent heart surgery Thursday, the premier's office says. more »
St. John's still recovering from storm: A blizzard that slammed eastern Newfoundland Friday, battering boats and destroying wharves, has taken a financial and emotional toll on people in St. John's. more »

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Health costs push Alberta budget deficit to $4.75B: Alberta's Progressive Conservative government is projecting a record $4.75-billion budget deficit and planning cuts in many departments while increasing health-care spending.
Trenton colonel's charges spur cold case review: The 2001 slaying of a Nova Scotia woman at CFB Trenton in eastern Ontario is among the cases being re-examined after murder charges were laid against Col. Russell Williams.
Neighbours stunned by arrest of Col. Williams: Ottawa resident Michael Gennis was stunned when he found out his new neighbour, Col. Russell Williams, had been charged with killing two women in eastern Ontario.

World »

Sri Lankan parliament dissolved: Sri Lankan president Mahinda Rajapaksa has dissolved parliament, setting the stage for new elections a day after authorities arrested Gen. Sarath Fonseka, his chief rival and the leader of the opposition.
Avalanches near Afghan capital kill over 60: Avalanches in a mountain pass north of Kabul have killed at least 60 people, injured about 400 and left 1,500 stranded on blocked roads, Afghan officials say.
Haitian 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.

Health »

Ottawa to appeal injection site ruling: The federal government is asking the Supreme Court of Canada for leave to appeal a lower court ruling that sanctioned Vancouver's supervised drug injection site.
Antidepressant interferes with breast-cancer drug: Women taking the breast cancer drug tamoxifen should avoid taking the antidepressant Paxil because the antidepressant may cancel out the benefits of the cancer treatment, researchers say.
Obamas aim to improve kids' health, fitness: A nationwide campaign to combat childhood obesity was launched Tuesday by U.S. President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle.

Arts & Entertainment »

Perez Hilton, Black Eyed Peas manager settle: A civil lawsuit stemming from a scuffle between outrageous celebrity blogger Perez Hilton and a manager for the Black Eyed Peas has been dropped.
Winners, losers emerge in native art deal: When Vancouver was granted the Olympics, the organizing committee struck a formal partnership with four First Nations who claim the lands where the Games are to be held and spoke of showcasing native culture to the world. But some native people say the promise of jobs, training, and business opportunities for aboriginals is proving empty.
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.

Technology & Science »

Google adds social media to Gmail: Google is introducing Buzz, a group of features that add Facebook and Twitter-like functionality to Gmail.
Montreal inventor unveils 3-D baggage scanner: A Montreal inventor has developed a three-dimensional baggage scanner that he says can make air travel safer and more convenient for passengers.
Tech buying bounces back in 2009: NPD: Canadians spent $4.66 billion on computer and information technology products in 2009, up one per cent from 2008.

Money »

Health costs push Alberta budget deficit to $4.75B: Alberta's Progressive Conservative government is projecting a record $4.75-billion budget deficit and planning cuts in many departments while increasing health-care spending.
Honda recalls 378,000 cars for airbag defect: Honda Motor Co. is adding more than 378,000 cars to a safety recall for airbag inflation problems.
Toyota recall spreads to Prius and beyond: Toyota is recalling 437,000 Prius and other hybrid cars worldwide to fix brake problems — the latest embarrassing safety defect for the world's largest automaker.

Consumer Life »

Tim Hortons defends customer ban: Tim Hortons is defending a New Brunswick store owner's decision to ban a customer who complained repeatedly about its decaffeinated coffee.
500,000 cribs recalled in U.S.: Government safety officials in the U.S. have announced a recall of more than 500,000 drop-side cribs sold at Buy Buy Baby, Kmart, Wal-Mart and other stores after the death of three infants.
Montreal inventor unveils 3-D baggage scanner: A Montreal inventor has developed a three-dimensional baggage scanner that he says can make air travel safer and more convenient for passengers.

Sports »

Senators keep marching with win over Flames: The Ottawa Senators notched their 12th win in the last 13 games with a 3-2 come-from-behind win over the visiting Calgary Flames on Tuesday.
Canucks struck down by Lightning: Martin St. Louis had two goals and one assist as the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-1 on Tuesday night.
B.C. Lions owner Braley buys Argonauts: Toronto Argonauts co-owners David Cynamon and Howard Sokolowski have completed an agreement to sell the franchise to B.C. Lions owner David Braley.