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Judge rules Donald Trump defrauded banks, insurers while building real estate empire

A judge ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump committed fraud for years while building the real estate empire that catapulted him to fame and the White House.

Anthony Rota resigns as House Speaker amid condemnation for inviting Nazi veteran to Parliament

Anthony Rota has resigned from his prestigious position as Speaker of the House of Commons over his invitation to, and the House's subsequent recognition of, a man who fought for a Nazi unit during the Second World War. Now, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing calls to apologize, and investigate.

ER doctor challenging 'toxic environment' in Ontario hospital after secret investigation based on unfounded murder allegation

After more than 30 years of caring for critically ill patients in emergency and intensive care, Dr. Scott Anderson is preparing to face off against the hospital where he works in London, Ont., in a case described as "unusual" by lawyers and potentially costly for Ontario taxpayers.

How was veteran Yaroslav Hunka's military unit linked to the Nazis?

During the height of the Second World War, Nazi Germany formed a division of Ukrainian volunteers to fight against Soviet Russia. One of its members was controversially honoured with a standing ovation in Canada's Parliament this week.

Working with federal government to lower food prices a 'benefit' to Canada's grocery leaders: Champagne

Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne says it's 'an advantage' to grocery leaders to work with the Canadian government to find a way to stabilize food prices as he continues his string of meetings with them this week.

Comedian Rob Schneider cancels trip to Canada after veteran who fought for Nazis honoured in Parliament

Comedian Rob Schneider says he has cancelled an upcoming visit to Canada in light of last week’s incident in which a Ukrainian veteran who fought with a Nazi unit in the Second World War was given a standing ovation in the House of Commons.

2 dead, 4 injured in helicopter crash near Prince George, B.C.

Two people have died and four others were injured after a helicopter crashed near Prince George, B.C., Tuesday morning.

OPINION

OPINION Tom Mulcair: Why Anthony Rota had no choice but to resign

Anthony Rota had no choice but to resign as House Speaker after he invited a Nazi veteran to Parliament. But, as former NDP leader Tom Mulcair writes in a column for CTVNews.ca, if history is going to retain the profound embarrassment caused by his mistake, it should also recognize the contributions Rota has made to democratic life.

After briefing on intel, Singh says 'clear evidence' India involved in B.C. killing

Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh said Tuesday he received an intelligence briefing about allegations that the Indian government could be behind the killing of a Sikh gurdwara leader in British Columbia.

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How was veteran Yaroslav Hunka's military unit linked to the Nazis?

During the height of the Second World War, Nazi Germany formed a division of Ukrainian volunteers to fight against Soviet Russia. One of its members was controversially honoured with a standing ovation in Canada's Parliament this week.
Nygard used secret bedroom in his company's Toronto HQ for sexual assaults: Crown

Former fashion mogul Peter Nygard had a private bedroom constructed within the walls of the Toronto headquarters of his fashion empire, where he sexually assaulted five women starting in the 1980s, prosecutors said in their opening statement in a Toronto courtroom Tuesday.
B.C. sets housing targets for 10 municipalities, including Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay

British Columbia has announced its first set of targets for new homes to be built in 10 municipalities in a provincial strategy to tackle the ongoing housing crisis.
Anthony Rota resigns as House Speaker amid condemnation for inviting Nazi veteran to Parliament

Anthony Rota has resigned from his prestigious position as Speaker of the House of Commons over his invitation to, and the House's subsequent recognition of, a man who fought for a Nazi unit during the Second World War. Now, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing calls to apologize, and investigate.
2 dead, 4 injured in helicopter crash near Prince George, B.C.

Two people have died and four others were injured after a helicopter crashed near Prince George, B.C., Tuesday morning.
Comedian Rob Schneider cancels trip to Canada after veteran who fought for Nazis honoured in Parliament

Comedian Rob Schneider says he has cancelled an upcoming visit to Canada in light of last week’s incident in which a Ukrainian veteran who fought with a Nazi unit in the Second World War was given a standing ovation in the House of Commons.

World

Florida to seek death penalty against man accused of murdering Lyft driver

Prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty against a Florida man accused of murdering a Lyft driver whose car he allegedly stole in an attempt to escape another killing.
Las Vegas hospitality workers could go on strike as union holds authorization vote

Tens of thousands of hospitality workers who keep the iconic casinos and hotels of Las Vegas humming were set to vote Tuesday on whether to authorize a strike amid ongoing contract negotiations.
What to know about Elijah McClain's death and the criminal trial of two officers

The trial of two Denver-area police officers charged in Elijah McClain's 2019 death is underway this week.
At UN, North Korea says the U.S. made 2023 more dangerous and accuses it of fomenting an Asian NATO

North Korea accused the United States on Tuesday of making 2023 an "extremely dangerous year," saying its actions are trying to provoke a nuclear war and denouncing both U.S. and South Korean leaders for "hysterical remarks of confrontation" that it says are raising the temperature in the region.
Nigeria's government worker unions announce third strike in two months

Unions representing Nigeria's government workers have announced they will go on strike starting next week to demand pay raises and to protest the austerity measures of the country's newly elected government.
Prosecutor says theory that 2 slain Indiana teens died in ritual sacrifice is made for social media

The prosecutor overseeing the case against a northern Indiana man charged in the 2017 killings of two teenage girls has dismissed as "fanciful" a recent court filing by the man's attorneys contending the girls actually died as part of a ritual sacrifice.

Politics

Anthony Rota resigns as House Speaker amid condemnation for inviting Nazi veteran to Parliament

Anthony Rota has resigned from his prestigious position as Speaker of the House of Commons over his invitation to, and the House's subsequent recognition of, a man who fought for a Nazi unit during the Second World War. Now, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing calls to apologize, and investigate.
After briefing on intel, Singh says 'clear evidence' India involved in B.C. killing

Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh said Tuesday he received an intelligence briefing about allegations that the Indian government could be behind the killing of a Sikh gurdwara leader in British Columbia.
Working with federal government to lower food prices a 'benefit' to Canada's grocery leaders: Champagne

Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne says it's 'an advantage' to grocery leaders to work with the Canadian government to find a way to stabilize food prices as he continues his string of meetings with them this week.

Health

ER doctor challenging 'toxic environment' in Ontario hospital after secret investigation based on unfounded murder allegation

After more than 30 years of caring for critically ill patients in emergency and intensive care, Dr. Scott Anderson is preparing to face off against the hospital where he works in London, Ont., in a case described as "unusual" by lawyers and potentially costly for Ontario taxpayers.
Cough syrup deaths overseas prompt U.S. crackdown on toxic testing

The U.S. FDA is cracking down on lax testing practices by dozens of makers of health-care products following hundreds of deaths overseas from contaminated cough syrups, a Reuters review of regulatory alerts found.
Canada approves Ebola virus vaccine for adults exposed to the deadly disease

Canada has approved a vaccine to prevent Ebola in non-pregnant and otherwise healthy adults aged 18 and older.

Sci-Tech

The next tool in Canada's wildfire fight could be eyes in the sky watching around the clock

A joint initiative from three government agencies aims to monitor wildfires across Canada from space. Here's how they'll do it.
We carry DNA from extinct cousins like Neanderthals. Science is now revealing their genetic legacy

Using the new and rapidly improving ability to piece together fragments of ancient DNA, scientists are finding that traits inherited from Neanderthals are still with us now, affecting our fertility, our immune systems, even how our bodies handled the COVID-19 virus.
Photo giant Getty took a leading AI image-maker to court. Now it's also embracing the technology

Seattle-based Getty Images is taking a two-pronged approach to the threat and opportunity that AI poses to its business. First, it sued a leading purveyor of AI-generated images earlier this year for what it alleged was 'brazen infringement' of Getty's image collection 'on a staggering scale.' Now, it's embracing the technology.

Entertainment

Taylor Swift is a fan and suddenly, so is everyone else. Travis Kelce jersey sales jump nearly 400 per cent

Taylor Swift's trip to watch the Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce play football on Sunday didn't just have the internet talking nonstop. Following the 12-time Grammy Award winner's appearance at Arrowhead Stadium, jersey sales for the All-Pro tight-end seemingly skyrocketed.
Striking Hollywood actors vote to authorize new walkout against video game makers

Striking actors have voted to expand their walkout to include the lucrative video game market, a step that could put new pressure on Hollywood studios to make a deal with the performers who provide voices and stunts for games.
How the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce connection started with a friendship bracelet

Taylor Swift fans have famously worn and traded personalized friendship bracelets, typically featuring the names of her songs and albums. So when Swift played Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce said he made a play by attempting to give her a friendship bracelet with his phone number.

Business

Target to close 9 stores including 3 in San Francisco, citing theft that threatens workers, shoppers

Target said it's closing nine store in four states, including one in East Harlem, New York and three in San Francisco, saying that theft and organized retail crime have threatened the safety of its workers and customers.
Unifor contract talks with General Motors begin after workers ratify Ford deal

Contract talks between Unifor and General Motors Canada begin today. The negotiations cover about 4,300 workers at the automaker's St. Catharines Powertrain Plant, the Oshawa Assembly Complex and the Woodstock Parts Distribution Centre.
Amazon sued by U.S. regulators, 17 states over allegations it inflates online prices, overcharges

Amazon is being sued by U.S. regulators and 17 states over allegations that the company abuses its position in the marketplace to inflate prices on other platforms, overcharge sellers and stifle competition.

Lifestyle

Donatella Versace slams Italian government's anti-gay policies from La Scala stage

Donatella Versace slammed the Italian government for what she described as anti-gay policies in a heartfelt and personal speech that referenced her late brother, Gianni Versace, while receiving a fashion award this weekend.
Pope, condemning body shaming, uses personal example from boyhood

Pope Francis on Tuesday condemned body shaming among young people, acknowledging that he was guilty of doing it himself when he was a boy in Argentina more than seven decades ago.
Leaf-peeping social media users are clogging a Vermont back road. The town is closing it

Social media users take note: You won't be able to snap that fall foliage selfie at a popular Vermont spot. The town has temporarily closed the road to nonresidents due to overcrowding and 'poorly behaved tourists.'

Sports

Sean McManus will retire in April after 27 years leading CBS Sports; David Berson named successor

McManus will retire in April after 27 years in charge of CBC Sports. His successor will be David Berson, who has been president of CBS Sports for over 10 years.
Magic Johnson has declined multiple NBA ownership chances. The New York Knicks would interest him

Magic Johnson's love for his Los Angeles Lakers has kept him from considering ownership of any other NBA team but the New York Knicks would be the one franchise that could make him have second thoughts.
Messi Mania has grabbed hold in Major League Soccer, but will it be a long-lasting boost?

It's highly unlikely any player other than Lionel Messi could have brought Prince Harry, Selena Gomez and Leonardo DiCaprio out to a regular-season Major League Soccer match.

Autos

Canada watching nervously as Biden, Trump do battle in Michigan over EV strategy

Joe Biden is making history today as the first modern U.S. president to visit a picket line -- a big-stakes play for blue-collar votes with implications for Canada.
Unifor contract talks with General Motors begin after workers ratify Ford deal

Contract talks between Unifor and General Motors Canada begin today. The negotiations cover about 4,300 workers at the automaker's St. Catharines Powertrain Plant, the Oshawa Assembly Complex and the Woodstock Parts Distribution Centre.
Ford pausing construction of Michigan battery plant amid contract talks with auto workers union

Ford Motor Co. said Monday that it's pausing construction of a US$3.5 billion electric vehicle battery plant in Michigan until it is confident it can run the factory competitively.

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