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Last Updated: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 | 3:05 AM ET

TTC union chief blasts bosses, media and public
: The leader of the union representing more than 9,000 TTC workers has come out swinging in defence of the membership. more »; Related: TTC workers' Facebook site swamped with complaints; Related: TTC chief blasts 'unacceptable' staff behaviour

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. more »
4 arrested after shots fired in east Toronto: Toronto police have arrested four teens in an attempted armed robbery of another youth near Coxwell Avenue and Gerrard Street in the east end. more »

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. more »
Giambrone to continue campaign despite affair allegations: TTC Chair Adam Giambrone will stay in the race for Toronto's mayoralty despite his admission that he has been involved in an "inappropriate relationship with a young woman." more »
Premier to prorogue Ont. legislature briefly: Premier Dalton McGuinty will prorogue the Ontario legislature briefly, although the break isn't expected to start until after next week. more »
Winter storm to hit southern Ontario: A storm system is expected to hit southern Ontario on Tuesday, dropping as much as 25 centimetres of snow in the Windsor region. more »
Police investigating Toronto's 7th homicide: Toronto has recorded its seventh homicide of 2010 — and its third in less than a week. more »
MPs call for probe into release of documents: Opposition parties are calling on the information commissioner to investigate how the government censors records and whether there has been any political interference from the Prime Minister's Office. more »
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. 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.

Afghan avalanches kill 157 people: At least 157 people have been killed in avalanches that blocked a mountain pass north of Kabul, trapping hundreds more in snowbound vehicles, Afghan officials say.
Greece hit by 24-hour strike against cuts: Flights were grounded and government services halted in Greece on Wednesday as public-sector workers launched a 24-hour strike to protest government spending cuts and tax changes.
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.