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Friday 18th of May 2012 10:30:40

Canadian News

Quebec protest crackdown adopted in legislature

Quebec Premier Jean Charest, left applauds his Education Minister Michele Courchesne (sitting) after his vote to special legislation on Friday May 18, 2012 in Quebec City as Intergovernmental affairs minister, Yvon Vallieres, right, looks on.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Clement AllardQUEBEC - The Quebec government brought down the legislative hammer Friday on troublesome protest, introducing a historic-but-controversial emergency law aimed at restoring order in the province.


B.C. salmon farm takes big financial loss as virus forces cull of 560,000 fish

Atlantic salmon swim in a pen in Eastport, Maine in this October, 2008 file photo.Atlantic salmon farms around Vancouver Island have begun testing and formed a special outbreak management team after a virus outbreak at one farm led to a site quarantine and the cull of more than half a million fish. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty and Jason LeightonVANCOUVER - Atlantic salmon farms around Vancouver Island have begun testing and formed a special outbreak management team after a virus outbreak at one farm led to a site quarantine and the cull of more than half a million fish.


Molotov cocktails launched at Montreal protest following Quebec crackdown law

Police arrest a protester during a large demonstration designed as an act of defiance against a legal crackdown by the Quebec government, in Montreal, Friday, May 18, 2012. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham HughesMONTREAL - Molotov cocktails were tossed during a large protest designed as an act of defiance Friday against a legal crackdown by the Quebec government.


Obama hosts Harper, other leaders at G8 summit on world economy, Afghanistan

Prime Minister Stephen Harper is greeted by U.S. President Barack Obama at a reception at the G8 summit Friday, May 18, 2012 in Camp David, MD. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul ChiassonCAMP DAVID, Md. - U.S. President Barack Obama welcomed Stephen Harper and other world leaders on Friday to this verdant presidential retreat, kicking off two international summits aimed at tackling global issues that include the future of battle-scarred Afghanistan and Europe's economic crisis.


CFTC opens probe into JPMorgan trading loss: source

(Reuters) - The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has opened an investigation into possible wrongdoing at JPMorgan Chase & Co in connection with the bank's multi-billion-dollar trading loss, a source familiar with the probe told Reuters. The agency will soon disclose the existence of the investigation, the source said on Friday. Earlier on Friday, the New York Times reported that the CFTC had opened an enforcement case, quoting people briefed on the matter. The CFTC would join the FBI and the U.S. ...

Business

Facebook debut as a public company fails to sizzle as stock closes nearly flat

The Chrysler Building is visible behind the animated facade of the Nasdaq MarketSite, welcoming the Facebook IPO, in New York's Times Square, Friday, May 18, 2012. Facebook's stock is trading up Friday, as investors seek to put a dollar value on the company that turned online social networking into a global cultural phenomenon. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)NEW YORK, N.Y. - It was barely a "like" and definitely not a "love" from Facebook investors as the online social network's stock failed to live up to the hype in its trading debut Friday.


Priszm sale of 57 restaurants to Hi-Flyer Inc. receives court approval

TORONTO - Priszm Income Fund, which has been Canada's largest owner of KFC restaurants, has received court approval for the sale of 57 restaurants in Alberta and Manitoba, says its landlord Scott's Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: SRQ.UN).

From sleeping patterns to infidelity - UK's proposed surveillance could expose private lives

A webcam overlooks a client checking her email at an Internet cafe in north London on Friday, May 18, 2012. Experts say Britain's proposed new surveillance program will gather so much data that spooks won't have to read Britons' messages to guess at what they're up to. (AP Photo/Raphael Satter)LONDON - British officials have given their word: "We won't read your emails."


TSX hits 7-month low on global selloff

Toronto Stock Exchange logo is seen in TorontoTORONTO (Reuters) - Canadian stocks hit a seven-month low on Friday, erasing early mining and energy gains as concerns about Europe's deepening debt woes and after Facebook's disappointing market debut fueled a flight to safety. Nearly all of Canada's 10 main sectors finished in the red. Losses were led by the heavyweight financial group, which fell 1 percent as fears about Greece leaving the euro zone and Spain's fragile banking sector came back into focus as global equity markets tumbled in the afternoon. Royal Bank of Canada shares fell 0.5 percent to C$51.70, Bank of Nova Scotia was down ...


World stocks erase year's gain; Brent at 2012 low

Traders work at their desks in front of the DAX board at the Frankfurt stock exchangeNEW YORK (Reuters) - World stocks erased the year's gains on Friday as investors fled risky investments for safe-haven assets on concerns about the euro zone's deepening debt woes, while U.S. stocks lost ground after the debut of Facebook's failed to ignite optimism. Brent crude closed at its lowest in 2012 as the euro zone crisis raised fears of a global slowdown that could dent oil demand, while German borrowing costs hit record lows. World stocks, as measured by the MSCI index , dropped 1. ...


Weight Loss

Weight loss during pregnancy helps mom and baby

Pregnant women who are overweight and obese can safely reduce their weight by eating a healthy diet to reduce the risks of complications for themselves and their baby.

Weight loss during pregnancy helps mom and baby

Pregnant women who are overweight and obese can safely reduce their weight by eating a healthy diet to reduce the risks of complications for themselves and their baby.

7 symptoms women shouldn’t ignore

Minor issue or major problem? Women shouldn’t overlook these seven symptoms, say experts.

10 hot new cookbooks

Attention foodies! Looking for inspiration in the kitchen? Here’s a look at the season’s hot new cookbooks.

Four natural ways to reduce cellulite and fat

Four natural ways to reduce cellulite and fat

Forget expensive 'miracle' creams, you can reduce cellulite with simple changes to your diet as well as a good exercise regiment


Lifestyle

Sammy Hagar says he's not surprised Roth-Van Halen tour has postponed dozens of dates

Singer Sammy Hagar signs the actual $10,000 check he donated on May 18, 2012 to a church food pantry in Atlantic City, leaning it on top of a large ceremonial check at his beach bar on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Hagar told The Associated Press he's not surprised the Van Halen tour appears to be crumbling, with dozens of dates postponed. (AP Photo/Wayne Parry)ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Right now, Sammy Hagar is awfully glad he's not in Van Halen anymore.


Clint Eastwood's wife turns 'midlife crisis' into new career, E! series; Clint is camera shy

FILE - In this Jan. 31, 2010 file photo, U.S. Director Clint Eastwood, right, arrives with his wife, Dina Eastwood, on the red carpet for the UK premiere of LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dina Eastwood has heard the question repeatedly: Why put her family and superstar husband Clint Eastwood on display for a reality TV show, generally the province of D-list or wannabe celebrities?


Samuel L. Jackson tries on Canadian indie cinema with 'The Samaritan'

Actor Luke Kirby is shown at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sept. 11, 2011 in Toronto. The idea that anyone could out-sass Samuel L. Jackson on film seemed like an absurd proposition. But that's just what Hamilton-bred Kirby found himself trying to do for the Canadian thriller TORONTO - The idea that anyone could out-sass Samuel L. Jackson on film seemed like an absurd proposition.


Bono Rejects 'Wealthiest Star On The Planet' Reports: I'm Not Richer Than 'Any Beatle'

Bono rocks out during a U2 concert in New York City on July 20, 2011 -- Getty ImagesAs the lead singer in U2, Bono certainly has a hefty bank account, but he's not as rich as reports suggested on Friday.


Sammy Hagar says he's not surprised Roth-Van Halen tour has postponed dozens of dates

Singer Sammy Hagar signs the actual $10,000 check he donated on May 18, 2012 to a church food pantry in Atlantic City, leaning it on top of a large ceremonial check at his beach bar on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Hagar told The Associated Press he's not surprised the Van Halen tour appears to be crumbling, with dozens of dates postponed. (AP Photo/Wayne Parry)ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Right now, Sammy Hagar is awfully glad he's not in Van Halen anymore.


Sports

Kings beat Coyotes, edge closer to Cup finals

Los Angeles Kings left wing Dwight King hands a stick to fans after defeating the Phoenix Coyotes in Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference final hockey playoffs in Los AngelesLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The giant-killing Los Angeles Kings extended their magical playoff run, moving to just one win from their first Stanley Cup finals appearance since 1993 with a 2-1 victory over the Phoenix Coyotes on Thursday.


76ers fight back to tie series with Celtics

76ers' Iguodala celebrates with Williams during Game 4 of their NBA Eastern Conference semi-final playoff basketball game against the Boston Celtics in Philadelphia(Reuters) - The Philadelphia 76ers roared back from an early 14-point deficit to defeat the Boston Celtics 92-83 and tie their Eastern Conference semi-final series at 2-2 on Friday.


Braves deny Shields seventh win of season

(Reuters) - The Atlanta Braves handed Tampa Bay a rare home loss when they chased top pitcher James Shields after six innings in a 5-3 victory over the Rays on Friday. Freddie Freeman's run scoring double in the fifth put Atlanta ahead to stay and the Braves added another run two batters later for a 4-2 advantage. Martin Prado made it a 5-2 game with a seventh inning homer as the Braves, who lead the National League East, won for the 10th time in 12 road games. Tampa Bay, chasing Baltimore for the American League East's top spot, lost at home for only the fifth time in 19 games this season. ...

Iguodala, Turner spark second-half surge in Game 4 and help 76ers top Celtics 92-83

Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) drives against Philadelphia 76ers guard Jrue Holiday (11) in the first half of Game 4 of an NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinal playoff series on Friday, May 18, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)PHILADELPHIA - Andre Iguodala squared up for a 3-pointer from the wing like he had hundreds of times in his career.


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Celebrity

Clint Eastwood's wife turns 'midlife crisis' into new career, E! series; Clint is camera shy

FILE - In this Jan. 31, 2010 file photo, U.S. Director Clint Eastwood, right, arrives with his wife, Dina Eastwood, on the red carpet for the UK premiere of LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dina Eastwood has heard the question repeatedly: Why put her family and superstar husband Clint Eastwood on display for a reality TV show, generally the province of D-list or wannabe celebrities?


Amid glamor of Cannes, Sean Penn tries to turn focus to Haiti

Actor Sean Penn gestures during a press conference for the Haiti Carnival charity event at the 65th international film festival, in Cannes, southern France, Friday, May 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Francois Mori)CANNES, France - Sean Penn tried to turn the conversation at the Cannes Film Festival to Haiti, hosting a fundraiser for the earthquake-ravaged and poverty-stricken country.


Healthy Hollywood: Fab Food Friday - Piper Perabo's Healthy Eats!

Piper Perabo attends a storytelling event 'A More Perfect Union: Stories of Prejudice & Power' at New York Public Library - Stephen A Schwartzman Building in New York City on December 6, 2010 -- Getty ImagesAs a tough-as-nails CIA spy in USA Network's "Covert Affairs," Piper Perabo needs to keep her body in top condition. After all her character is often seen dodging bullets, jumping out of planes and of course chasing down the bad guys. With all of this action, the actress tells Healthy Hollywood good food is essential. "I have to eat really healthy to do action sequences all day long. When I'm working on the show I'm really serious about my nutrition."


'Coal Miner's Daughter' Loretta Lynn is 3 years older than claimed, married at 15

FILE - In this Nov. 10, 2010 file photo, singer Loretta Lynn poses in the press room during the 44th Annual Country Music Awards in Nashville, Tenn. Newly discovered documents indicate country music legend Loretta Lynn is three years older than she has led people to believe, a change that undermines the story told in LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Country music legend Loretta Lynn is three years older than she has led people to believe, an age change that undermines the story she told of being married at 13 in "Coal Miner's Daughter," documents obtained by The Associated Press show.


ROLL CALL: Lea Michele & Cory Monteith Lay On The PDA At Rangers Game

Lea Michele and Cory Monteith share a kiss at the New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils playoff game at Madison Square Garden in New York City on May 16, 2012 -- Getty PremiumPlus, Kim Kardashian gets a booty grab and Prince Harry goes pop! Your Daily Dispatch of Celebrity Shenanigans!









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