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Rumours, plane tracking fuel day of speculation over Shohei Ohtani signing
Two-time American League MVP Shohei Ohtani still has not signed with a team despite a day filled with online speculation including reports of a deal and Toronto Blue Jays fans tracking a plane they be...
Dec 08, 2023
Red Sox acquire Canadian OF Tyler O'Neill from Cardinals for 2 pitchers
BOSTON (AP) - The Red Sox acquired Canadian outfielder Tyler O'Neill from the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, bringing in a two-time Gold Glove winner to replace the departing Alex Verdugo. St. Louis r...
Dec 08, 2023
What is CSIS' physical surveillance unit, where staff allege sex assault, harassment?
OTTAWA - A recruitment video for the physical surveillance unit of Canada's spy agency shows people using trains, cars and a bicycle to surreptitiously trail a target through Montreal. A "surveillant"...
Dec 08, 2023
Makwa man killed after collision with vehicle
One man has died after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 12 near Saskatoon. According to a news release, Warman RCMP responded to the accident at around 12:30 Friday morning on Highway 12, north of...
Dec 08, 2023
Transcript of statement by CSIS director Vigneault during town hall meeting for staff
OTTAWA - The director of Canada's spy agency, David Vigneault, says the officer at the centre of an investigation by The Canadian Press into allegations of rape and harassment no longer works for the ...
Dec 08, 2023
Some facts about Canada's spy agency, as director apologizes for rape claim response
OTTAWA - Canada's spy chief David Vigneault has apologized to staff for his response to rape and harassment claims in the British Columbia office of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. He's al...
Dec 08, 2023
CBC considering 'all possible measures' in wake of concerns over cuts, exec bonuses
OTTAWA - Top CBC executives say they are considering options to manage the broadcaster's financial pressures, including taking a look at "senior executive compensation," following plans to slash 10 pe...
Dec 08, 2023
Kopi Thyme brand sauces and soup bases recalled due to potential botulism threat
OTTAWA - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling several Kopi Thyme brand sauces and soup bases due to the potential growth of bacteria that causes botulism. The recall applies to products so...
Dec 08, 2023
CSIS boss apologizes for response to rape claim, revamps anti-harassment plans
VANCOUVER - Canada's spy chief has apologized to staff for his response to rape and harassment allegations in the agency's British Columbia office. In a town hall this week, David Vigneault told Canad...
Dec 08, 2023
Battlefords artists make strides with Sask Music Award wins
They're the best! Among the Saskatchewan Music Awards winners this year are several artists with roots in the Battlefords area.Falynn Baptiste, who is from Red Pheasant Cree Nation, is still overwhelm...
Dec 08, 2023