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MPs demand more federal help as mental-health issues rise on Canada's farms
OTTAWA - Lawmakers are calling on the federal government to better support Canadian farmers who they say are more at risk of mental-health issues like stress, depression and suicidal th...
May 28, 2019
Montreal man sentenced to two years for killing of Alzheimer's-stricken wife
MONTREAL - A Montreal man who suffocated his severely ill wife with a pillow has been sentenced to two years less a day in jail. Michel Cadotte was sentenced today, three months after a jury...
May 28, 2019
"We're always going to need hearts and hands," Saskatchewan Health Authority looks for volunteers
While making summer plans, perhaps you can schedule time to volunteer.The Saskatchewan Health Authority is hoping people in the Prince Albert region can spare an hour or two to help residents and pati...
May 28, 2019 Duncan Newman, longtime volunteer with 'Meals on Wheels.' (Submitted Photo/ Sonya Jahn)
Phillies OF Herrera arrested in domestic case, put on leave
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odbel Herrera was placed on administrative leave Tuesday by Major League Baseball following his arrest in a domestic violence case at an Atlantic...
May 28, 2019
Toronto FC's Alejandro Pozuelo cheering on Raptors and fellow Spaniard Marc Gasol
TORONTO - Count Toronto FC midfielder Alejandro Pozuelo as one of the growing number of Toronto Raptors converts. The Spanish playmaker and his son, along with teammate Chris Mavinga and former TFC st...
May 28, 2019
Toronto FC Greg Vanney looks for MLS team to dig itself out of recent hole
TORONTO - A father of four in addition to being Toronto FC coach, Greg Vanney is used to have his nerves tested. The 44-year-old former U.S. international is normally a picture of cool. But a recent r...
May 28, 2019
Belgium's ex-monarch agrees to DNA test in love child case
BRUSSELS - Belgium's former monarch Albert II has agreed to a DNA test demanded by a woman who claims to be his love child. King Albert II, who abdicated in 2013 for health reasons, is facing a daily ...
May 28, 2019
Montreal Impact kicks off crucial homestand against streaking Real Salt Lake
MONTREAL - With the Impact entering a stretch of three home games in eight days, midfielder Samuel Piette believes this is a pivotal point in Montreal's season. The Impact (6-6-3) open their longest h...
May 28, 2019
Edmonton Oilers hire Dave Tippett as head coach
EDMONTON - Veteran NHL bench boss Dave Tippett is the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. The Oilers announced the hiring Tuesday, marking the first big move for new general manager Ken Holland. Th...
May 28, 2019
Houston Texans star JJ Watt engaged to soccer's Kealia Ohai
Houston Texans star J.J. Watt is engaged to his girlfriend, professional soccer player Kealia Ohai. Both tweeted word of their engagement Sunday with photos showing Watt down on one knee before Ohai a...
May 28, 2019
