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Monster storm across the US sparks scores of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 17

Monster storm across the US sparks scores of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 17

Violent tornadoes that ripped through parts of the U.S. proved deadly as well as destructive as whipping winds moved east into the Mississippi Valley and Deep South on Saturday, with at least 17 people killed and scores of homes decimated.
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Canada and Greece sign memorandum of understanding on tourism between the countries

Canada and Greece sign memorandum of understanding on tourism between the countries

MONTREAL — Canada and Greece have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote tourism between the two countries, a type of agreement one tourism expert says will become more common as Canada strengthens its bonds with European Union nations and l
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BMO Field fans boo U.S. anthem prior to Toronto FC's home opener against Chicago

TORONTO — Fans at Toronto FC's home opener against the Chicago Fire showed their displeasure at the U.S. by booing "The Star-Spangled Banner" on Saturday. The booing was steady, followed by an enthusiastic rendition of "O Canada.
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Trump signs a bill funding the government for 6 months, avoiding a shutdown

Trump signs a bill funding the government for 6 months, avoiding a shutdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has signed into law legislation funding the government through the end of September, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown and capping off a struggle in Congress that deeply divided Democrats.
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Howden and Drury return to podium on four-medal day for Canada at ski cross World Cup

Howden and Drury return to podium on four-medal day for Canada at ski cross World Cup

THE BLUE MOUNTAINS, Ont. — Reece Howden and Kevin Drury returned to the podium Saturday on a four-medal day for Canada at a ski cross World Cup at Craigleith Ski Club. Howden, from Cultus Lake, B.C.
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Musk protesters charged up at Innisfil Tesla demonstration

Musk protesters charged up at Innisfil Tesla demonstration

'We love our car and its capabilities ... but not happy with where (Musk) is going,' says Tesla owner who attended event Saturday
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Woman killed in Friday avalanche while skiing in Kananaskis Country

Woman killed in Friday avalanche while skiing in Kananaskis Country

KANANASKIS, Alta. — A woman has died after an avalanche in the backcountry west of Calgary. RCMP say four people were out skiing near Mount Black Prince in Kananaskis Country on Friday afternoon when an avalanche hit.
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Canada wins four medals on opening day of short-track speedskating worlds

Canada wins four medals on opening day of short-track speedskating worlds

BEIJING — Canadian speedskaters won three gold medals and one silver on Saturday at the ISU world short-track championship. Steven Dubois took top spot in the men's 500 metres and William Dandjinou finished first in the men's 1,500.
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Namibia stages dramatic comeback to edge Canada in World Cup League 2 cricket play

Namibia stages dramatic comeback to edge Canada in World Cup League 2 cricket play

WINDHOEK — Namibia rallied for a dramatic comeback to defeat Canada by 12 runs in ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 play Saturday.
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Eye to the future: Museum reno, expansion work 'coming along well'

Eye to the future: Museum reno, expansion work 'coming along well'

'The innovation gallery space allows us to bring back a whole bunch of artifacts that haven’t been on display for a while,' says Simcoe County Museum curator
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