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Democratic panel to open debate on reparations for slavery
WASHINGTON - After more than a decade's absence, the case for reparations is returning to Capitol Hill, this time amid a growing discussion in the Democratic Party about what the country might owe to ...
Jun 18, 2019

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong released from prison
HONG KONG - Joshua Wong, a leading figure in Hong Kong's 2014 Umbrella Movement demonstrations, was released from prison on Monday and vowed to soon join the latest round of protests. Wong's release f...
Jun 18, 2019

Skaggs solid as Angels remain undefeated against Blue Jays this season
TORONTO - Tyler Skaggs pitched solidly into the eighth inning to outduel Marcus Stroman, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Tuesday. Kole Calhoun and...
Jun 18, 2019

Kansas City, Missouri, voters elect Lucas as new mayor
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A 34-year-old black man whose family was occasionally homeless during his childhood in Kansas City, Missouri, will become the city's 55th mayor. Voters on Tuesday chose Quinton Luca...
Jun 18, 2019

Protesters demand embattled Hong Kong leader resign
HONG KONG - Demonstrators in Hong Kong gathered Monday outside the office of the city's leader, demanding that she resign for the crisis over an unpopular extradition bill that has tested the durabili...
Jun 18, 2019

Rio Tinto drills first bulk sample at diamond site east of P.A.
Rio Tinto's huge trench-cutting drilling equipment at the Project Falcon diamond site east of Prince Albert has passed its first big test. However, the mining giant said all-important results won't be...
Jun 18, 2019 Rio Tinto's huge trench cutter sampling rig in position for the first super-deep cut at the Star Diamond property at Fort à la Corne. It cut out a trench 228 metres deep. (submitted photo/Rio Tinto)

City of Melfort buys land; plans for development
The City of Melfort has purchased land to help with growing the city in the coming years.The 72 acre plot of land is located on the north side of Highway 41, across from the Melfort Campground. The pa...
Jun 18, 2019 The portion of land bought by the City of Melfort is on the north side of Highway 41, across from the Melfort Campground.(Mat Barrett/northeastNOW Staff)

Roughriders’ William Powell returns to Ottawa in green and white
When William Powell takes the field at TD Place in Ottawa on Thursday, he's going to be wearing different colours than in his previous games there.Powell spent four CFL seasons with the Ottawa Redblac...
Jun 18, 2019 Saskatchewan Roughriders running back William Powell during a practice drill at Mosaic Stadium on June 18, 2019. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)

Tory promises review of Raptors parade amid planning criticism and praise
TORONTO - The city and its partners will review planning for the Raptors' victory parade that drew unprecedented crowds to the downtown, some of whom found themselves caught in a terrifying situation ...
Jun 18, 2019

Safety tips for staying safe in large crowds
TORONTO - Large crowds, especially in confined spaces, can turn deadly in the case of a security incident or panic. Some expert tips for staying safe: - Retain situational awareness i.e.: know what's ...
Jun 18, 2019