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Last Updated: Thursday, September 9, 2010 | 1:52 PM ET

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Island Muslims pray over Qur'an burning: P.E.I.'s Muslim community is concerned about the Florida pastor who says he'll burn copies of the Qur'an this weekend to mark the anniversary of 9/11. more »
Police seek driver who hit cycling boy: RCMP in eastern P.E.I. are looking for the driver of a silver-coloured car after an 11-year-old Summerside boy was hit on his bicycle at Read's corner. more »

Shinerama raises safety concerns: Charlottetown police will meet with the organizers of this year's Shinerama fundraiser over concerns that it became dangerous earlier this week. more »
'Hateful' online comments attacked by MP: Charlottetown MP Shawn Murphy is warning people to stop making potentially defamatory comments on the websites of the CBC P.E.I. and the Charlottetown Guardian newspaper. more »
Canada Post cautions Summerside dog owners: Canada Post is reminding people to keep their dogs away from mailboxes after an unusually high number of incidents in Summerside last month, including a biting. more »
P.E.I. miscarriage case prompts changes at ER: Charlottetown's Queen Elizabeth Hospital has completed an internal review of a case where a pregnant woman, who was bleeding, spent three hours in the emergency waiting room before leaving for another hospital. more »
BioVectra blasts Charlottetown apartment project: The arguments against building a new apartment block close to a P.E.I. pharmaceutical manufacturer were heard Wednesday by the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission. more »
Lack of workers means tourism closures: Some tourism operators on P.E.I. are shutting down early for the season because they can't find enough staff to stay open. more »
Humane society donation in fox snowmobile death: The last of three snowmobilers charged in the death of a fox last winter has been told the criminal charges against him will be dropped if he donates $500 to the P.E.I. Humane Society. more »

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Afghan detainee transfers top 400: The number of detainees transferred to Afghan forces from the Canadian military now exceeds 400, CBC News has learned.
Dawson shooting causes mental disorder spike: A groundbreaking study on fallout of the 2006 shooting at Montreal's Dawson College reveals that nearly one-third of students and staff suffered from psychological trauma in the years after the event.
Pelosi hears oilsands concerns: Environmentalists say they are encouraged by meetings with U.S. Speaker Nancy Pelosi, describing her as committed to reducing fossil fuels and interested in learning more about the impact of Canada's oilsands.

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Qur'an burning would boost al-Qaeda: Obama: U.S. President Barack Obama is condemning a small Florida church's plans to burn the Qur'an, calling it "a recruitment bonanza for al-Qaeda."
Iran to release U.S. hiker: Iran announces that one of three Americans jailed for more than a year will be released Saturday to mark the end of Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
Afghan detainee transfers top 400: The number of detainees transferred to Afghan forces from the Canadian military now exceeds 400, CBC News has learned.

Health »

Gay Ont. man loses blood donation negligence suit: A gay Toronto man who concealed his sexual history on a blood donor form and was sued for negligence by Canadian Blood Services has lost in Ontario Superior Court.
B vitamins may slow brain shrinkage: High doses of selected B vitamins may significantly slow the rate of brain shrinkage in elderly people suffering from mild mental decline, say British researchers.
Electronic cigarettes face regulatory wrath: Electronic cigarettes have been promoted as a safe alternative to tobacco, but health agencies in Canada and the U.S. are flexing some regulatory muscle against those who distribute and sell them.

Arts & Entertainment »

TIFF's new Lightbox HQ ready for close-up: As the Toronto International Film Festival toasts its 35th anniversary, organizers are raising a glass to another milestone achievement: the opening of TIFF's sleek and airy year-round headquarters in the city's downtown core.
Drake, K'naan get MOBO award nods: Toronto rappers Drake and K'naan have bagged nominations for the Music of Black Origin (MOBO) awards, a British music prize.
R. Murray Schafer joins Royal Conservatory: Canadian composer R. Murray Schafer has been named composer-in-residence for the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto.

Technology & Science »

Teens too revealing online: police: Police in a Nova Scotia town say they've uncovered some disturbing facts about the online habits of teenagers, thanks to several student spies.
Videotron launches wireless business: Quebec-based Videotron launched its wireless business Thursday, taking on established players Rogers, Bell and Telus in what could be the start of a price war in the province.
Flashy male dancers attract the most women: study: Women are most attracted to male dancers who have big, flamboyant moves similar to John Travolta's trademark style, British scientists say in a new study.

Money »

EI premiums will rise: Flaherty: A freeze on employment insurance premiums that has been in effect for two years will end in the coming budget, which means premiums will soon rise, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty says.
Canada's trade deficit widens to record: Canada's trade deficit with the world widened to $2.7 billion in July from $1.8 billion the previous month, Statistics Canada reports.
U.S. jobless claims drop: The number of Americans signing up for unemployment benefits dropped to the lowest level in two months, an encouraging sign that companies aren't resorting to deeper layoffs even as the economy has lost momentum.

Consumer Life »

Electronic cigarettes face regulatory wrath: Electronic cigarettes have been promoted as a safe alternative to tobacco, but health agencies in Canada and the U.S. are flexing some regulatory muscle against those who distribute and sell them.
Canadians generous charity donors: Canadians are a generous lot and rank third in the world when it comes to donating time and money to charity.
Gay Ont. man loses blood donation negligence suit: A gay Toronto man who concealed his sexual history on a blood donor form and was sued for negligence by Canadian Blood Services has lost in Ontario Superior Court.

Sports »

Baseball preview: Rangers at Blue Jays: Shawn Hill of Georgetown, Ont., takes to the hill for the first time since April 2009 as the Toronto Blue Jays host the Texas Rangers at the Rogers Centre on Thursday.
Roger Clemens probe gets Toronto police help: Toronto police have been called in to help the FBI and U.S. prosecutors in the perjury and steroid investigation case against major league baseball great Roger Clemens.
Changing tempo key for Canadian U-17 squad: An improved first half by his Canadian players will be among the top priorities of coach Bryan Rosenfeld in Thursday's FIFA under-17 match against Ireland (CBC Bold, CBCSports.ca, 4 p.m. ET).