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  Sam Butcher, artist who created Precious Moments figurines of teardrop-eyed children, dies at 85

  Sam Butcher, the artist who created the Precious Moments figurines depicting angelic teardrop-eyed children, has died. He was 85.

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  Toronto man falls off his chair after seeing $70M Lotto Max win in his bank account

  A Toronto man who won $70 million in a recent Lotto Max draw literally fell off his chair when he saw the funds in his bank account. 1

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  Hundreds have applied for this 'adventurer' job in Banff National Park

  Coined as Banff's 'ultimate summer job,' the Moraine Lake Bus Company says hundreds of people from across the world have applied for its adventurer position.

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  This private island in B.C. just hit the market for $7M. Take a look at what's included.

  A private island that comes with one mansion, five guest cottages, a caretaker's residence, two boats and a tennis court has hit the market in B.C. for $7 million.

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  Fancy pigeon outfitted in custom diaper has free rein in B.C. family home

  When Chrissy Chin volunteered to take in a fancy pigeon abandoned on a park bench, she never imagined she would one day be ordering custom-made diapers for the bird – who lives in her house and has become a member of the family. 2

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  Private island on Nova Scotia's South Shore listed for $15.8M

  A private island on Nova Scotia’s South Shore has been listed for sale with a $11.5-million USD price tag.

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  Winnipeg flair on the menu at neighbourhood Houston restaurant

  A city known for its history, ties to outer space and southern barbecue, is also home to a Winnipeg chef dishing out dozens of perogies. 1

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  How to remove ticks and what to know about these bloodsuckers

  Ticks are parasitic bloodsuckers, capable of spreading deadly disease, and they’re becoming increasingly common. Here’s what you need to know about them.