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U.S. push for Mideast peace talks end with little progress

U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on Monday said she would return soon to the Middle East to push forward with attempts to restart peacemaking efforts.

Canadian soldiers kill Afghan police officer, civilian

Canadian soldiers mistakenly killed an Afghan civilian and an Afghan national police Sunday following an attack on a Canadian convoy.

Toxic alert called off at Canadian Embassy in Paris

The contents of a suspicious letter that shut down the Canadian Embassy in Paris Monday are not hazardous and not linked to an employee falling ill, French authorities said.

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RCMP inadvertently sponsored U.S. gang websites

The RCMP say they have removed online advertisements inadvertently linking the force to one of the most notorious Latino street gangs in America.

Cigarette makers take ad ban fight to Canada's top court

The three largest cigarette makers in Canada enter on Monday the final phase of their decade-long legal battle against federal laws restricting advertising of their product.

9 Gagetown soldiers injured in Kandahar accident

Thirteen soldiers, nine of which are from CFB Gagetown, suffered minor injuries Sunday after three armoured vehicles crashed into each other on the streets of Kandahar.

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2 new genetic links predispose people to autism, study shows

An international team of scientists including several Canadians has discovered genetic links that put children at greater risk of developing autism.

Cigarette makers take ad ban fight to Canada's top court

The three largest cigarette makers in Canada enter on Monday the final phase of their decade-long legal battle against federal laws restricting advertising of their product.

Locations motivate older walkers: study

The benefits of walking and being active are well-known, especially for older people, but what kind of neighbourhood gets seniors going? It's not necessarily walking trails but destinations like restaurants and grocery stores, a study suggests.

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Arts & Entertainment»

ECMA hat tricks for Canyon, Joel Plaskett, In-Flight Safety

George Canyon was chosen as entertainer of the year at the East Coast Music Awards Sunday in Halifax, winning three awards.

Congorama wins 5 Prix Jutra

Congorama, Philippe Falardeau's film about the unlikely results of a car accident between a Belgian inventor and a Quebecer, was named best picture at the Prix Jutra, Quebec's annual film awards.

Sondheim revival takes 5 Olivier Awards

The revival of Stephen Sondheim's musical Sunday in the Park with George has won five awards, including best musical at the Laurence Olivier Awards, London's prestigious theatre awards.

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Technology & Science »

Watches lose ground to cellphones

Market researchers say wristwatches are no longer a must-have accessory, as more people are carrying electronic devices that also tell time, whether a cellphone, an iPod or a BlackBerry.

NRC officially opens new institute

Dignitaries emphasized the economic benefits of the National Research Council's new Institute for Nutrisciences and Health as it officially opened Friday.

Man sues IBM over adult chat room firing

A man who was fired by IBM for visiting an adult chat room at work is suing the company for $5 million US, saying he is an internet addict who deserves treatment and sympathy rather than dismissal.

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Money »

Yellow Pages buying Bell Aliant directories for $330M

Yellow Pages Group said Monday it will pay $330 million in cash to buy Bell Aliant Regional Communication Income Fund's 87 per cent stake in Aliant Directory Services.

Airbus delays restructuring announcement

European aircraft maker Airbus said Monday it postponed a news conference at which it had been expected to announce its long-awaited restructuring strategy.

GM in talks to buy Chrysler: reports

General Motors and DaimlerChrysler are in talks that could see GM acquire the troubled Chrysler Group, reports said Friday.

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Consumer Life »

Canadian watchdog warns consumers about recalled baby food

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is alerting consumers to a U.S. recall of organic baby food, saying some Canadians may have purchased the product through online retailers.

Cigarette makers take ad ban fight to Canada's top court

The three largest cigarette makers in Canada enter on Monday the final phase of their decade-long legal battle against federal laws restricting advertising of their product.

U.S. shows pictures of some recalled foods

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is running a pilot project involving showing pictures of recalled foods that pose significant health risks.

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Sports »

Scores: NHL NBA

Canucks claim top spot in Northwest

The Vancouver Canucks seized sole possession of first place in the highly competitive Northwest Division thanks to a 5-4 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on home ice Sunday night.

Canadiens snap 6-game skid

Goalie Jaroslav Halak made 31 saves in his NHL debut to backstop the Montreal Canadiens to a 3-2 road victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets Sunday night.

Federer, Connors share tennis mark

Roger Federer tied Jimmy Connors' record of 160 consecutive weeks as the top-ranked player in men's tennis Monday.

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Diversions »

N.Y. man fired for visiting adult chat room at work sues IBM for $5 million

Oregon elephant recovering after vets remove infected tusk with chainsaw

In North Dakota, more than 8,000 try to set record for most snow angels

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