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The Canadian Press

Bank of Canada keeps key rate unchanged at 1 per cent despite improving economy

The Bank of Canada is keeping its key interest rate on hold at one per cent and giving no hint as to when it will start raising rates again. The decision announced Tuesday came despite a mostly...

Gadhafi appeals directly to Obama to stop war

 Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi appealed directly to President Barack Obama on Wednesday to end what Gadhafi called "an unjust war.'' He also wished Obama good luck in his bid for re-election...

Canada defeats Sweden and Czechs in Ford World Curling Championship

Canada's Jeff Stoughton secured not only a playoff berth, but a top-two finish in the preliminary round at the Ford World Curling Championship on Wednesday. Victories over Sweden and the Czech...