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Canadian among 5 kidnapped off Nigeria
The Canadian government said it's seeking more information after reports surfaced that a Canadian is among the five oil workers kidnapped off the coast of Nigeria's troubled southern delta early Monday.
Afghan plan includes up to 1,000 troops Video
Canada would keep as many as 1,000 troops in Kabul as part of a plan to extend the country's mission in Afghanistan and convert it into a non-combat role after 2011, CBC News has learned.
U.A.E. slaps visas on Canadians
Canadians will need visas to enter the United Arab Emirates as of Jan. 2, 2011, according to Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada and the U.A.E.'s embassy in Ottawa.

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Man in wheelchair aids threatened B.C. clerk Video
A Vancouver man who uses a wheelchair is being hailed as a hero after coming to the aid of a shopkeeper defending herself against an angry customer.
'Masked man' faces immigration panel Video
A detention hearing for an Asian man who boarded an Air Canada plane disguised as an elderly Caucasian was bogged down Monday because his lawyer is trying to ban the media, including the Chinese media, from the B.C. courtroom.
Boy stunned with Taser was 'coherent': officer Video
An Edmonton police officer who repeatedly deployed a Taser on Randy Fryingpan in 2002 told a police disciplinary hearing the youth was coherent at the time.

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U.A.E. wanted only Toronto air access: sources
The United Arab Emirates demanded more landing rights for its two national carriers only in Toronto during negotiations with Canada, CBC News has learned.
Afghan plan includes up to 1,000 troops Video
Canada would keep as many as 1,000 troops in Kabul as part of a plan to extend the country's mission in Afghanistan and convert it into a non-combat role after 2011, CBC News has learned.
Canada bolsters air security
Canada has joined the United States in banning printer toner cartridges that weigh more than 454 grams from checked baggage on flights. In addition, toner cartridges will not be allowed in any carry-on luggage on flights to the United States.

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Anti-smoking label policy 'senseless': CMAJ Video
The federal government's move away from tougher warning labels on cigarette packages is a "senseless policy shift" that may lead to increased smoking rates and smoking-related deaths, the Canadian Medical Association Journal says.
New blood thinner easier to use
People with a heart rhythm problem could be treated with a drug that is safer and easier to use than warfarin, the drug currently used to treat the condition.
Armed Forces lack health privacy: journal
Privacy laws to protect members of the Canadian military need to be stronger, a medical journal editorial says.

Arts & Entertainment »

Call of Duty and the war game dilemma
In portraying recent conflicts, developers of war video games wonder: how soon is too soon?
AUDIO: Russell Peters' memoir charts his rise
In his memoir, Call Me Russell, Canadian comedian Russell Peters writes about growing up in suburbia as a scrawny, brown, bullied kid with ADHD.
Playboy to auction off artistic assets
Centerfolds come to mind when one thinks of the art of Playboy, but how about Salvador Dali? A Dali watercolour of a reclining nude is among 125 artworks being auctioned by the magazine known for baring all for nearly 60 years.

Technology & Science »

Big Bang phase recreated
The world's largest high-energy particle collider has recreated conditions similar to an early phase of the Big Bang.
Windows Phone 7 handsets launch in Canada, U.S.
Handsets powered by the new Windows Phone 7 software went on sale across Canada and the U.S. on Monday as Microsoft tries to claw back market share in the ultra-competitive mobile phone world.
Call of Duty and the war game dilemma
In portraying recent conflicts, developers of war video games wonder: how soon is too soon?

Money »

TSX closes above 13,000
The Toronto Stock Exchange's benchmark index topped the 13,000 mark to hit a two-year high Monday, while gold set a record by closing above $1,400 US an ounce.
Euro slips on Irish debt woes
The euro fell for a second day as concerns grew about a possible return of Europe's debt crisis.
Baffinland supports ArcelorMittal takeover bid
Baffinland Iron Mines Corp. said Monday that it has agreed to a friendly takeover from ArcelorMittal S.A. in a deal worth about $433 million.

Consumer Life »

Canada bolsters air security
Canada has joined the United States in banning printer toner cartridges that weigh more than 454 grams from checked baggage on flights. In addition, toner cartridges will not be allowed in any carry-on luggage on flights to the United States.
U.A.E. slaps visas on Canadians
Canadians will need visas to enter the United Arab Emirates as of Jan. 2, 2011, according to Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada and the U.A.E.'s embassy in Ottawa.
Boot camps, Iraq top tourism trends
So-called deprivation vacations in the U.S. involving boot-camp style resorts, and an explosion of smartphone travel applications in Europe, are key trends in the post-recession global tourism industry, according to a report released Monday.

Sports »

Canada's women win CONCACAF title
Christine Sinclair scored from the penalty spot in the 54th minute to guide Canada to a 1-0 win over Mexico in Monday's CONCACAF Women's soccer final from Cancun.
Ellis forever grateful to Hall of Famer Devellano
When the Buffalo Sabres recalled forward Matt Ellis to play against the Toronto Maple Leafs the news brought a smile to Jim Devellano, one of the newest inductees into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Warriors hand Raptors fifth straight loss
Monta Ellis scored 28 points, Stephan Curry added 34 points and four assists as the Golden State Warriors won their first road game and fourth consecutive contest against the Toronto Raptors in a 109-102 victory on Monday at the Air Canada Centre.

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