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North American stock markets surge higher in late-morning trading
Canada’s main stock index surged higher in late-morning trading, fuelled by the key energy, financial, industrial and materials sectors.
Judge gives ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen 3 years in prison
Michael Cohen, who as President Donald Trump's personal lawyer and fixer once vowed he would "take a bullet" for his boss, was sentenced Wednesday to three years in prison for an array of crimes that included arranging the payment of hush money to two women that he says was done at the direction of Trump.
Lottery agencies turn to online sales, interactive displays in hopes to appeal to younger customers
By upgrading technology and making gambling more readily available, lottery agencies are hoping to attract and retain more young adults.
Special Investigations Unit says its difficult to say how long Pelham police shooting investigation will take
An investigation into the shooting of a Niagara Regional Police officer by one of his colleagues in late November is still ongoing, said provincial Special Investigations Unit (SIU) spokeswoman Monica Hudon.
Hamilton looks at doubling board membership for troubled Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
The watershed protection agency, which has clashed with Hamilton over its budget, had all of its former Niagara Region board members dismissed earlier this month.
Elon Musk is getting the last laugh on Wall Street after Tesla's wild 2018
It was only a few months ago that Wall Street was bashing Elon Musk's Tesla Inc. One analyst called the stock "no longer investable," citing Musk's erratic behavior in tweets and taunts. A short seller bet on a dramatic drop, saying it's "more and more apparent that Tesla is having difficulties paying their bills."
Trump just predicted 'revolt' if he's impeached. At what point would it be justified?
The I-word - impeachment - is suddenly everywhere. In a new interview with Reuters, President Donald Trump was asked if he's worried about the prospect of getting impeached by the incoming House Democratic majority. "I'm not concerned, no," Trump replied. "I think that the people would revolt if that happened."
Strasbourg shooting was terrorism, France says, as police search for gunman
The shooting at a crowded street market in Strasbourg, France, was an act of terrorism, officials said Wednesday, as police continued an intensive search for the gunman who killed at least two people and wounded 12 others.
Fire sparks $200,000 damage at East Mountain home
The Hamilton police arson unit is also being notified of the fire at 162 Broker Dr., near Fennell Avenue East and Upper Kenilworth Avenue
MANAGING GROWTH: The Waterdown north-south bypass
Three times per week, Waterdown’s Kathy Kline gets into her Chevrolet Equinox and leaves her home on Riley Street to pick up several local gymnasts.
Peterborough man charged with domestic assault.
POLICE UPDATES
Kawartha Lakes OPP issues appeal for tips in slaying
CRIME: Body of Bayram Abolhassani-Larki, 19, was found in a car in an Ops Township field two years ago
A mother vanished on Thanksgiving Day, but her cellphone kept sending mysterious clues
Kelsey Berreth had popped into a supermarket on Thanksgiving with her 1-year-old daughter in tow.
Southeast Alaska town plans new pier at Icy Strait Point
Southeast Alaska town plans new pier at Icy Strait Point
Hamilton landlord pilot project one step closer
But council still needs to review a draft bylaw — and hear from critics again — before a contentious experiment goes ahead to license small-scale landlords in student-heavy neighbourhoods.
In Iceland, 13 'Yule Lads' come to town to herald Christmas
13 Yule Lads come to town to herald Icelandic Christmas
In Iceland, 13 'Yule Lads' come to town to herald Christmas
13 Yule Lads come to town to herald Icelandic Christmas
Firefighters called back to East Mountain home hours after blaze
The Hamilton police arson unit is also being notified of the fire at 162 Broker Dr., near Fennell Avenue East and Upper Kenilworth Avenue
'I'm a manila envelope taped to a beige wall': Pence's bizarre silence during Oval Office argument
As Seth Meyers began his show Tuesday night mocking President Trump's Oval Office meeting with House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, the late-night host had one question for his audience. "What is Mike Pence doing?" Meyers asked.
Police thought he was eaten by alligators. Now his high school sweetheart is on trial for his murder
Somewhere beneath Lake Seminole, in the spot where tree stumps jutted out of the water like claws, investigators thought they would find Mike Williams.
Hamilton ranks 42nd in insurance company's safe driving study
Rear-end collisions, crashes while turning are top causes
Woman saved by GO passengers after fainting into path of oncoming train
Riders held the woman up against the platform until the train came to a stop, leaving her with only minor injuries.
McDonald's to cut antibiotics from its beef supply
McDonald's has announced plans to cut usage of antibiotics that are important to human health in the beef it serves.
Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner could profit from tax break they pushed
At an Oval Office gathering earlier this year, President Donald Trump began touting his administration's new real estate investment program, which offers massive tax breaks to developers who invest in downtrodden American communities. He then turned to one of the plan's strongest supporters.
Hamilton police offer crime prevention tips to business owners
ATM thefts most common issue in 2018, says BEAR unit
One-time PC MPP for Hamilton Mountain John Smith, who helped Vietnamese boat people, has died
Flags at Hamilton’s city hall are flying at half-staff to mark the passing of former city alderman and MPP John Smith, who died Dec. 6 at Hamilton General Hospital at the age of 82.
Two Hamilton men among 23 charged in gun trafficking investigation
Illegal handguns were being assembled in Ontario using legally-accessible parts
13 Yule Lads come to town to herald Icelandic Christmas
13 Yule Lads come to town to herald Icelandic Christmas
Conservative Party calls for vote of no confidence to oust Prime Minister Theresa May
LONDON - Lawmakers in Britain's Conservative Party on Wednesday triggered a "no confidence" vote against Prime Minister Theresa May, threatening her leadership as she struggles to secure a deal for Britain to leave the European Union.
Growing Hamilton medium density housing stock is what GTHA needs — report says
Housing starts for lowrise multi-residential and town homes have jumped over the past decade in the city and that’s what first-timers and downsizers want these days.
The best of boys’ volleyball in Hamilton
Sixth annual high school all-star showcase takes place Wednesday at Mohawk College
Price Is Right contestant wins winter trip..... to Winnipeg
Who wants to visit Winnipeg in the dead of winter?
Stormy Daniels ordered to pay Trump $293,000 in legal fees
A federal judge on Tuesday ordered pornographic film actress Stormy Daniels to pay President Donald Trump about $293,000 in legal fees and sanctions after her defamation suit against him was dismissed.
Findings from Spectator’s Collision Course published in Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology
The frightening results showing the neurological consequences of football concussions first brought to light in Spec’s groundbreaking Collision Course series
Death row inmate who killed newlywed apologizes to widow before execution
A Texas inmate was executed Tuesday evening for fatally shooting a newlywed during a robbery more than 25 years ago.
‘Opt in’ for legal pot shops in Hamilton: city staff
Councillor wants the city to hold out until it can secure a better funding arrangement with Ontario government.
Grightmire nightmare: Delayed renovations taking a toll
The City of Hamilton’s website says renovations to the J.L. Grightmire Arena in Dundas will be done in time for a January 2019 reopening, but user groups say there is “no evidence” that will prove to be true.
Washington state combats collisions with new wildlife bridge
Washington state combats collisions with new wildlife bridge
Attack at Christmas market in French city kills 3, wounds 12
It wasn’t immediately clear if the market was the target of the attack or if there was any link to terrorism.
Huawei’s Meng Wanzhou tears up as bail granted following arrest in Vancouver
The B.C. Supreme Court has released the Chinese tech giant executive on a $10-million surety and numerous conditions, ordering her to remain in Vancouver while she awaits extradition proceedings.
City can’t say no to condo conversions of 252 rental units despite affordable housing crunch
But a new council will have the chance to review its policies around turning rental apartments into condominiums.
Ex-diplomat who worked on Trudeau’s Hong Kong visit detained in China
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says his government is in contact with Chinese authorities over the arrest of a former Canadian diplomat in China that comes at a time of intensifying tensions between the two countries.
Young woman who orchestrated murder of teen showed genuine remorse: parole board
After struggling to express empathy in the past, a young woman who pressured her boyfriend into killing his teenage ex more than a decade ago appeared to show genuine remorse at a recent parole hearing, the Parole Board of Canada said Tuesday.
Senior evicted over medical marijuana hits another snag
A 78-year-old New York man who was evicted from federally subsidized housing because he uses medical marijuana for pain said Tuesday that the conflicting state and federal pot laws that left him homeless are now threatening his medical care.
B.C. judge grants bail for Huawei executive wanted by U.S. over Iran sanctions
A top executive at Chinese tech giant Huawei who was arrested in Vancouver has been granted bail.
Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou granted bail
The B.C. Supreme Court has released the Chinese tech giant executive on a $10-million surety, ordering her to remain in Vancouver, where she owns two homes, while she awaits extradition proceedings.
Correction
Khawla Ibrahim’s name was misspelled and her birthplace was incorrect in a photo caption Monday. Ibrahim was born in the West Bank. The Spectator regrets the errors.
New psychiatric assessment ordered for alleged Fredericton shooter
The assessment will determine if Matthew Raymond can be found criminally responsible for four counts of first-degree murder.
EXCLUSIVE: Brickell wants his NPCA job back
Recently fired Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority chief administrative officer Mark Brickell is demanding to be immediately reinstated and receive retroactive pay to avoid a legal confrontation.
Signpost: Kettle campaign, the Big Sing and blanket deliveries
Time is ticking down and the Salvation Army’s annual Kettle Campaign is still a long way from reaching this year’s goal of $410,000. With less than two weeks remaining to Christmas Day, the campaign is still short $280,000. The Kettles will be out until 2 p.m. Dec. 24. Donations can also be made online at www.fillthekettle.com or by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY.
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