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Counter-protesters dwarf white nationalists at rally on Charlottesville anniversary

A year after a deadly gathering of far-right extremists in Charlottesville, less than two dozen white nationalists marched Sunday across from the White House, their numbers dwarfed by thousands of counter-protesters.

The National for August 12, 2018

Welcome to The National, the flagship nightly newscast of CBC News
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Adrienne Arsenault's guide in Syria died recently. This is her tribute

The National's Adrienne Arsenault pays tribute to Ismail Khalil, a pharmacist-turned-soldier, who was her guide last year while reporting in Raqqa. Khalil recently died from his injuries, after triggering an IED. Watch now.
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In war on waste, food courts try new strategies

Audits have found as little as 12 per cent of food court waste is recycled or composted. The biggest problem: consumers aren't sorting waste from recyclables. Watch now.

Despite lack of fans and competitors, Canada's NACAC success undeniable

Athletics Canada head coach Glenroy Gilbert was puzzled with the lack of turnout at NACAC over the weekend in Toronto. But while some top athletes were present, many more were missing from the event.
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CBC Montreal News August 12, 2018

The CBC Montreal News team brings you up-to-date with today's top stories
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CBC Toronto News August 12, 2018

Keep up-to-date on developing stories in the Greater Toronto region weeknights immediately following The National.

Care home patient says broken elevator has left her unable to go outside for days

Patients at a southwest Calgary care home found themselves trapped indoors without air conditioning in their rooms on the hottest day in the city's history this week, as they continue to contend with repeat elevator outages.

Man arrested after homicide on Onion Lake Cree Nation: RCMP

A 20-year-old man from Onion Lake Cree Nation has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder.
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A famous comedian, in the twilight of his career, is accused of rape

National Treasure follows an aging, beloved comedian after he is arrested following an allegation of rape dating back to the 90s. Watch now.

Saudi-Canada spat: Is Twitter is the right medium to conduct foreign relations?

David Mulroney, former Canadian ambassador to China, says he wouldn't have taken the risk of speaking out so publicly about human rights issues in Saudi Arabia on Twitter.

Severe thunderstorm sweeps through Calgary, southern Alberta

Southern Albertans were warned to watch out for storms Sunday afternoon, capping off a week of hot weather.
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CBC Atlantic Tonight August 12, 2018

A comprehensive round-up of the day's news from throughout Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador.

'Why him?' Wife, children mourning Fredericton shooting victim

A necklace with specks of blood is all Melissa Robichaud has left of her husband, Donnie Robichaud. The 42-year-old was one of four people killed in Friday's shooting in Fredericton.

Canadian Muslim woman 'deeply offended' by Saudi government's treatment of women

A Muslim woman writes that she wants Canadians to know that the Saudi government is not representative of the Muslim faith.

Canadian Muslim woman 'deeply offended' by Saudi government's treatment of women

A Muslim woman writes that she wants Canadians to know that the Saudi government is not representative of the Muslim faith.

Nadal wins Rogers Cup, ending Tsitsipas's fairy tale

Top-ranked Rafael Nadal is the winner of the Rogers Cup. The veteran Spaniard defeated unseeded Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece 6-2, 7-6 (4) in the men's singles final at Aviva Centre.

Koepka spoils Tiger's run to win PGA Championship

Brooks Koepka has become the fifth player in history to win the U.S. Open and PGA Championship in the same year. The 28-year-old American finished ahead of second-placed Tiger Woods after the closing round at the Bellerive Country Club in St. Louis, in the last major of the year on Sunday.

Tennis Wrap: Rafael Nadal defeats Stefanos Tsitsipas to win Rogers Cup

Nadal captured his 4th career Rogers Cup Title with a straight sets victory over Tsitsipas, ending the 20-year-old's fairy tale run.
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Tennis Wrap: Rafael Nadal defeats Stefanos Tsitsipas to win Rogers Cup

Nadal captured his 4th career Rogers Cup Title with a straight sets victory over Tsitsipas, ending the 20-year-old's fairy tale run.
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TFC can't keep pace with NYCFC as unbeaten streak snapped at 6

Toronto FC saw their six-game unbeaten streak in all competitions snapped as two goals from Ismael Tajouri-Shradi and another from David Villa powered New York City FC to a 3-2 win on Sunday afternoon.

Match Wrap: Halep, Stephens advance to Rogers Cup Final

World No. 1 Simona Halep disposed of Ash Barty in straight sets to make the final for the 3rd time in 4 years, while Sloane Stephens eliminated reigning champion Elina Svitolina 6-3, 6-3 to reach her first Rogers Cup final.

Edmonton Folk Fest 2018 sees wacky weather, attendance drop

Another Edmonton Folk Music Festival has come and gone, this time with wacky weather and lower attendance than usual.

Top Jays prospects Jansen, Reid-Foley to make MLB debuts Monday

The Toronto Blue Jays will feature two fresh faces in their lineup when they take on the Royals in Kansas City on Monday.

U of O student union approves external review of finances

The board of the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) has voted unanimously to allow an outside firm to take a look at its finances following allegations that members mismanaged student funds.