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Surgeons cut off Indian boy's 'parasitic twin'
A boy with eight limbs whose veneration as a god propelled him in to the public spotlight has been operated on to give him the chance of a normal life, his father said Wednesday.
Strange | 207144 hits | 6:31 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
A boy with eight limbs whose veneration as a god propelled him in to the public spotlight has been operated on to give him the chance of a normal life, his father said Wednesday.
Parents of Reena Virk moved by play on bullyingMisc CDN | 206520 hits | 6:23 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
The names on stage were different, but the painful memories held by the parents of a murdered girl still flooded backChina cancels visa restriction on bald Taiwanese
China has cancelled a controversial visa restriction on bald Taiwanese visitors amid discrimination concerns, travel agents and local media said Thursday.
Strange | 206982 hits | 6:03 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
China has cancelled a controversial visa restriction on bald Taiwanese visitors amid discrimination concerns, travel agents and local media said Thursday. Military | 206756 hits | 5:59 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Insurgent rockets fired at Canadian soldiers over the walls at Kandahar Airfield are often poorly wired or wildly off target.
But there have been casualties.How to live to be 101: advice from centenerians
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are about 500,000 centenarians in the world, and almost 100,000 in the United States. And the population is rapidly growing. The agency projects by 2050 there will be 1.1 million centenarians in America alone. Me
Health | 206626 hits | 5:45 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are about 500,000 centenarians in the world, and almost 100,000 in the United States. And the population is rapidly growing. The agency projects by 2050 there will be 1.1 million centenarians in America alone. Me'Karate Kid' opens at No. 1 with $56M
"The Karate Kid" has won a 1980s showdown at the box office against "The A-Team."
Arts & Entertainment | 206925 hits | 5:32 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
"The Karate Kid" has won a 1980s showdown at the box office against "The A-Team." Councillor calls for inquiry into building collapseMisc CDN | 206558 hits | 5:10 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Vancouver's sole NPA city councillor is calling for a public inquiry into what went wrong when a planned building demolition toppled two separate walls onto busy streets on Thursday. Climate change could affect marine infrastructureEnvironmental | 206528 hits | 5:07 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
The federal government is trying to come up with ways to protect millions of dollars worth of vulnerable infrastructure and coastline, years after it was urged to adapt to the effects of climate change. Lewis Hamilton wins Canadian Grand PrixSports | 206616 hits | 5:05 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Polesitter Lewis Hamilton regained the lead on the 50th lap and cruised to his second straight Formula One victory at the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday. Liberal ads call upcoming summits 'ego trip' for PMPolitical | 206793 hits | 5:04 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
The Liberal party is playing on public outrage over the estimated $1.1 billion price tag of the upcoming G8 and G20 summits in a series of new radio ads. Ontario couple died in Swiss bus crash, officials sayMisc World | 206612 hits | 5:02 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Two Canadians killed in a Swiss bus crash have been identified as a married couple from Ontario. Landslide hits town in southern B.C.Environmental | 206547 hits | 4:59 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
A landslide near Oliver, B.C., has closed a major highway and displaced as many as 20 homes. Calgary boy back home after 2 years in U.S.Misc CDN | 206656 hits | 8:03 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
A 12-year-old Calgary boy is back on Canadian soil after being shuffled through a series of foster homes in the U.S. for nearly two years. Chocolate conspiracy charge prompts dealBusiness | 206771 hits | 8:01 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
The B.C. Supreme Court has issued a ruling that could bring Canadian chocolate lovers a step closer to compensation from the country's major candy manufacturers.Study raises alarm over declining snake populations
A new study suggests snake populations are decreasing in different parts of the world, though scientists cannot pinpoint the cause of what they say is an "alarming trend."
Science | 206643 hits | 7:59 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
A new study suggests snake populations are decreasing in different parts of the world, though scientists cannot pinpoint the cause of what they say is an "alarming trend."Scientist uncovers dirty secrets about birds' sex lives
Biologist Bridget Stutchbury was once introduced at a university lecture as someone who "probably knows more about sex than anyone in this room."
Science | 206607 hits | 7:56 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Biologist Bridget Stutchbury was once introduced at a university lecture as someone who "probably knows more about sex than anyone in this room." Meat products recalled over possible Listeria contaminationHealth | 206718 hits | 7:53 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
A Winnipeg-based food manufacturer has recalled several meat products over fears they could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Gulf spill creates distrust of industry: TransCanadaBusiness | 206644 hits | 7:51 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Sandy Barnick's land near Glendive, Mont., is a long way from the vast and growing oil slick now staining the Gulf of Mexico. But these days, she feels as if it's just over the horizon. Tortured man's slow steady recovery lined with bumpsMisc CDN | 206654 hits | 7:49 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
A Winnipeg man who was tortured and dumped at a Regina hospital is said to be making slow but steady progress. Jazz Air pilots still in talks, no strike yetBusiness | 206590 hits | 7:47 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Jazz Air pilots still in talks, no strike yet Police seek suspect in fatal stabbingLaw & Order | 206546 hits | 7:44 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Toronto police are asking a male involved in a fatal stabbing at an end of school house party on Saturday night to turn himself in.Karzai seeks backing for Kandahar security operation
President Hamid Karzai called Sunday on community leaders in Kandahar to support a NATO campaign to bolster security in this Taliban stronghold, urging people to work with his government to "bring dignity back."
Misc World | 206601 hits | 7:42 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
President Hamid Karzai called Sunday on community leaders in Kandahar to support a NATO campaign to bolster security in this Taliban stronghold, urging people to work with his government to "bring dignity back."Obama to demand that BP set up escrow account
President Barack Obama meets with BP's chairman on Wednesday and will demand that the oil company create a special reserve account to pay claims for damages caused by the Gulf of Mexico spill.
Business | 206630 hits | 7:40 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
President Barack Obama meets with BP's chairman on Wednesday and will demand that the oil company create a special reserve account to pay claims for damages caused by the Gulf of Mexico spill.75,000 Uzbek refugees flee violence in Kyrgyzstan
More than 75,000 Uzbek refugees have fled the rising ethnic violence in neighbouring Kyrgyzstan, officials said Sunday, amid reports of Kyrgyz mobs torching Uzbek villages and slaughtering their residents.
Misc World | 206646 hits | 7:38 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
More than 75,000 Uzbek refugees have fled the rising ethnic violence in neighbouring Kyrgyzstan, officials said Sunday, amid reports of Kyrgyz mobs torching Uzbek villages and slaughtering their residents.Kyrgyz leader asks Russia to restore order in Osh
Kyrgyzstan's interim government has asked Russia to help end ethnic clashes in the southern city of Osh, in which 77 people have been killed.
Misc World | 206687 hits | 1:48 AM on Sunday | posted by Hyack
Kyrgyzstan's interim government has asked Russia to help end ethnic clashes in the southern city of Osh, in which 77 people have been killed. Troops support allies in Operation MOSHTARAK
Camp Bastion, Afghanistan - CF helicopter force carry out largest air assault mission in Canadian history. New nasty computer virus can strike from just a look
TORONTO � It used to be that computer users could mostly avoid viruses by being careful about which email attachments they opened, or avoiding file-sharing services. Now you can catch a nasty virus by simply loading a web page. Wolfe portrait emerges, offered for sale
A 250-year-old painting hailed as a "major portrait" of Gen. James Wolfe -- and believed to be the last important depiction of the Battle of Quebec hero left in private hands -- has emerged from obscurity to be sold at auction next month in Britain. Prison inmates getting HST rebates
The cheque is in the jail. Almost 1,200 convicted criminals in Ontario jails will be receiving more than $550,000 in �transition� cheques to offset the pinch of the 13 per cent harmonized sales taxQuake jolts northern Japan, no damage reported
TOKYO - An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 jolted northern Japan on Sunday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, though there were no reports of damage and nuclear facilities in the area were unaffected.
Misc World | 206642 hits | 1:26 AM on Sunday | posted by Hyack
TOKYO - An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 jolted northern Japan on Sunday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, though there were no reports of damage and nuclear facilities in the area were unaffected. Hamilton puts McLaren on Montreal pole
After recording the fastest lap in Canadian Grand Prix qualifying Saturday, Lewis Hamilton had to push his McLaren Mercedes off the track at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve Native residential school forgiveness granted
Federal Indian Affairs Minister Chuck Strahl has accepted a "charter of forgiveness" from members of the aboriginal community as part of the healing process for survivors of Canada's residential schools. Wavin' Flag: World Cup fever takes Afghanistan's Kandahar Airfield by stormMisc World | 206678 hits | 9:47 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Fuzzy orange slippers, an orange wig and a megaphone are probably the last things a soldier in Afghanistan needs. But if you're a Dutch soldier, they're among the most coveted World Cup souvenirs at Kandahar Airfield. Fleet Review celebrations bring parade, fireworks and Governor General
It was a day of polished boots, glinting medals and a brass band in Victoria on Friday, as sailors paraded and Gov. Gen. Micha�lle Jean arrived in town ahead of today�s fleet review. Air force to pull helicopters in 2011
The Canadian air force is planning to withdraw all of its helicopters from Afghanistan within a few weeks of the end of Canada's combat mission next July, the air force general responsible for generating aircraft and crews for the war in South Asia said FTar globs as big as pancakes reach Alabama shores
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. � Alabama's beaches took their worst hit yet from an oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday as globs of crude and gooey tar -- some the size of pancakes -- lined the white sands
Environmental | 206645 hits | 6:34 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. � Alabama's beaches took their worst hit yet from an oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday as globs of crude and gooey tar -- some the size of pancakes -- lined the white sands Naked Bike Ride streaks across Vancouver
Hundreds of Vancouver cyclists doffed their drawers on Saturday afternoon for a global nude protest against oil dependency and car culture. Should sports venues trade hot dogs for tuna salad?
New guidelines released by the B.C. government say sports venues should limit junk food and feed fans yogurts, whole-grain cereals and soy beverages instead. At least 80 per cent of the food and beverages offered at sporting events should be healthy, accoQueen celebrates her official birthday with ceremony
LONDON � Hundreds of soldiers in scarlet tunics and bearskin hats marched in London Saturday to celebrate the official birthday of Queen Elizabeth II.
Misc World | 206691 hits | 6:28 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
LONDON � Hundreds of soldiers in scarlet tunics and bearskin hats marched in London Saturday to celebrate the official birthday of Queen Elizabeth II. Riders eager to start centennial season
The Saskatchewan Roughriders begin another quest for the Grey Cup on Sunday as the team celebrates its 100th anniversary. The exhibition game, against the B.C. Lions, begins at 3:00 p.m. CST at Mosaic Stadium in Regina. Civil War sailor honoured
A black Nova Scotian sailor who fought for the North during the American Civil War will be honoured Saturday at a ceremony in Lockartville, N.S. Thousands ride to honour fallen soldiers
Thousands of motorcyclists took to the Trans-Canada Highway on Saturday to show support for Canadian soldiers killed in Afghanistan.Steve Blair AZ City Councilman Fired By KYCA over racist comments
Steve Blair has been fired by KYCA, due to his comments regarding the new mural on Miller Valley School at the corner of Whipple Street and Miller Valley Road.
Misc World | 206791 hits | 4:45 PM on Saturday | posted by tritium
Steve Blair has been fired by KYCA, due to his comments regarding the new mural on Miller Valley School at the corner of Whipple Street and Miller Valley Road.Upright Citizens Brigade: 'BP Spills Coffee' Spoof Video
A comedy troupe is offering some comic relief as the nation grapples with what many are saying is the nation's largest environmental disaster.
A comedy troupe is offering some comic relief as the nation grapples with what many are saying is the nation's largest environmental disaster. Via Rail strike deadline set
Some Via Rail workers have voted in favour of going on strike if they're unable to reach a new labour agreement with the company.India's Nicobar Islands Hit by 7.5-Magnitude Quake
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck near India�s Nicobar Islands, with the epicenter about 95 miles (150 kilometers) west of Mohean and 1,730 miles southeast of New Delhi, the U.S. Geological Survey said in an e-mail statement.
Environmental | 206644 hits | 2:21 PM on Saturday | posted by tritium
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck near India�s Nicobar Islands, with the epicenter about 95 miles (150 kilometers) west of Mohean and 1,730 miles southeast of New Delhi, the U.S. Geological Survey said in an e-mail statement. Mystery sounds unsettling to Sunchild Reserve residentsVideos | 208223 hits | 10:05 AM on Saturday | posted by Alta_redneck
SUNCHILD � Strange sounds this spring in the forest at Sunchild Reserve have some local residents baffled and a bit afraid. So far, the legendary Big Foot has been ruled out � this time.
New cyberattacks in S. Korea; sites suffer no damage
Two South Korean government websites were struck by the second cyberattack in a week, but suffered no major damage, the government said Saturday.
Tech | 206638 hits | 8:32 AM on Saturday | posted by wildrosegirl
Two South Korean government websites were struck by the second cyberattack in a week, but suffered no major damage, the government said Saturday.Sneak peek: Harry Potter park in Orlando
Until now, Harry Potter fans could merely imagine the sensation of quaffing a butterbeer, finding a magic wand at Ollivander's or escaping the steam from a snarling dragon's snout.
Misc World | 206663 hits | 8:30 AM on Saturday | posted by wildrosegirl
Until now, Harry Potter fans could merely imagine the sensation of quaffing a butterbeer, finding a magic wand at Ollivander's or escaping the steam from a snarling dragon's snout.Back to Canada News
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