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Seven media experts selected to help modernize CBC/Radio-Canada before next election

Seven media experts selected to help modernize CBC/Radio-Canada before next election

OTTAWA — Seven multimedia experts have been selected to advise Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge as she renews the role of Canada's public broadcaster.
Five crew rescued after mussel boat runs aground off Prince Edward Island

Five crew rescued after mussel boat runs aground off Prince Edward Island

MALPEQUE BAY, P.E.I. — Firefighters rescued five crew members from a mussel fishing boat that ran aground in rough seas off Prince Edward Island’s North Shore on Monday.
Mother of three uses early morning routine to become a record-breaking runner and inspiration

Mother of three uses early morning routine to become a record-breaking runner and inspiration

WREXHAM, Wales (AP) — Helen Ryvar goes through the same routine every night. She checks the weather forecast, lays out her running clothes, puts her running shoes by the front door, charges her cellphone and flashlight, and sets the alarm for 4 a.m.
Dr. Cyril Wecht, celebrity pathologist who argued more than 1 shooter killed JFK, dies at 93

Dr. Cyril Wecht, celebrity pathologist who argued more than 1 shooter killed JFK, dies at 93

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Dr. Cyril Wecht, a pathologist and attorney whose biting cynicism and controversial positions on high-profile deaths such as President John F.
Judge says construction on massive CN Rail hub can continue — for now

Judge says construction on massive CN Rail hub can continue — for now

The Federal Court of Appeal says work on a massive rail-and-truck hub in the Greater Toronto Area can go ahead pending its decision on an appeal of a lower court ruling that halted construction.
Book Review: Veronica Roth taps into her Polish roots for 'When Among Crows,' a lore-packed novella

Book Review: Veronica Roth taps into her Polish roots for 'When Among Crows,' a lore-packed novella

Dymitr is on a personal mission, and it starts with facing the mythical leszy who’s guarding the fern flower as it blooms for the summer solstice.
New Brunswick oil executive Arthur Irving dies at age 93

New Brunswick oil executive Arthur Irving dies at age 93

SAINT JOHN, N.B. — Arthur L. Irving, the second-born son of New Brunswick industrialist K.C. Irving, has died at the age of 93 after a life spent growing the oil business that his father founded.
Roger Corman, Hollywood mentor and 'King of the Bs,' dies at 98

Roger Corman, Hollywood mentor and 'King of the Bs,' dies at 98

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Roger Corman, the “King of the Bs” who helped turn out such low-budget classics as “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Attack of the Crab Monsters” and gave many of Hollywood's most famous actors and directors early breaks, has died.
George Clooney to make his Broadway debut in a play version of movie 'Good Night, and Good Luck'

George Clooney to make his Broadway debut in a play version of movie 'Good Night, and Good Luck'

NEW YORK (AP) — George Clooney will make his Broadway acting debut next year in a familiar project for the Hollywood star: “Good Night, and Good Luck.” Clooney will play legendary TV journalist Edward R.
Childish Gambino announces first tour in 5 years, releases reimagined 2020 album with new songs

Childish Gambino announces first tour in 5 years, releases reimagined 2020 album with new songs

NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Glover's musical project Childish Gambino has returned with a reimagined album and a new tour announcement.