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Why many bird seed mixes are filled with stuff birds won't eat
A few weeks ago I noticed that my backyard bird feeder was running low on seed - time for a refill. The feeder wasn't completely empty, however: At the bottom there remained a large pile of one particular type of seed that the local birds had evidently passed over in search of other, tastier morsels.
IS claims responsibility for Tajikistan attack that killed 4
MOSCOW - The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for a weekend attack on Western tourists in Tajikistan that left four people from the U.S. and Europe killed.
Huge sea-life sculptures made from ocean's plastic trash
NEW ORLEANS - Huge sculptures of sea life are dotted about New Orleans' aquarium and zoo , all of them made from plastic trash that washed ashore. There's a great white shark made partly of bottle caps and beach toys and a jellyfish made mostly of cut-up water bottles.
Mortgage debt increases at slower rate: CMHC
Mortgage debt increases at slower rate amid decreasing home sales: CMHC
Toronto stock index up moderately, loonie slips
Toronto stock index up moderately in broad advance, loonie slips
Agostino family members seek to join Hamilton Catholic school board of trustees
Ralph Agostino is looking to make a political comeback.
Malaysian aviation chief resigns after investigation found someone veered MH370 off course
A day after an investigation report concluded someone steered Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 — and the 239 people on board — onto a doomed course, the country's civil aviation chief has resigned over the shortcomings of the country's air traffic control centre.
Woman, 86, dead after two-vehicle crash
Woman, 86, dies in hospital days after Clearview Township car crash
Float plane crashes into Lake Muskoka, minor injuries: police
Minor injuries for 2 people after float plane crashes into Lake Muskoka
Pickup truck found burning with ATM inside
Allegedly stolen pickup truck found burning with ATM inside: police
Approximately 100 trees removed for new Beverly community hub
Approximately 100 trees have been removed to make way for the new school at the Beverly Community Centre site.
Peterborough landlord accused of spitting on tenant
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Woman uses own obituary as call to end fat shaming
The obituary was published July 14 and since then has been gaining wide support on Twitter.
Drummond House receives donation of new mattresses from Mississauga's Springwall
Clients may now rest easy and sleep tight thanks to a donation of brand new mattresses, mattress covers and pillows for Drummond House.
Westover's Jessica Robb the face of pioneering scoliosis surgery
Westover’s Jessica Robb has become the North American face of a groundbreaking adolescent idiopathic scoliosis surgery.
Trial set to begin for ex-Trump campaign chairman Manafort
Trial set to begin for ex-Trump campaign chairman Manafort
Twin wildfires threatening 10,000 California homes
Twin wildfires threatening 10,000 California homes
Iran: Trump needs to rejoin nuclear deal if he wants talks
Iran: Trump needs to rejoin nuclear deal if he wants talks
Zimbabwe awaits 1st results of peaceful election
Zimbabwe awaits 1st results of peaceful election
‘Gunshot wounds’: Man hospitalized, gunman hunted after shooting at Mississauga business
Peel Regional Police are investigating a shooting in Mississauga Tuesday morning (July 31) that has left one man wounded.
Shopify Q2 revenue well above above estimates
Shopify Q2 revenue and adjusted earnings rise well above analyst estimates
The corporate climb: Stalled progress for women in Canadian C-suites
The corporate climb: Stalled progress for women in Canadian C-suites
Lawmakers struggling to develop a response to Trump-Putin
Lawmakers struggling to develop a response to Trump-Putin
Shark Week heist: Thieves captured after making off with aquarium horn shark in baby stroller
For Miss Helen, Saturday began like any other day. The young 16-inch-long female horn shark, just one of the animals in the San Antonio Aquarium's interactive shark touch pools, spent the morning swimming around the exhibit receiving food and petting from curious visitors.
WestJet posts $20.8-million loss in Q2
WestJet posts $20.8 million loss amid labour dispute, higher fuel prices
John Oliver tackles sexual harassment, Les Moonves with help from Anita Hill
Days after CBS chief Les Moonves was accused of sexually harassing women and derailing their careers in a new "New Yorker" story, John Oliver dedicated Sunday's "Last Week Tonight" episode largely to sexual harassment. In a rare move, he even had a guest: Anita Hill, who famously testified against the confirmation of Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas, joined him to talk about the rise of the Me Too movement.
'Grandpa, come get me': A boy's last moments before fire engulfed family's home
Ed Bledsoe had just left to run an errand when he received a phone call. It was his wife, who was at home with their two great-grandchildren.
George Weston Q2 profit drops below estimates
George Weston Q2 profit drops on weakness at Loblaw, bakery division
Mars is frigid, rusty and haunted. We can’t stop looking at it
There it was: Glowering red on the dashboard of the sky like an astrological warning light next to the full Blood Moon on Friday. Mars.
Mars is frigid, rusty and haunted. We can’t stop kooking at it
There it was: Glowering red on the dashboard of the sky like an astrological warning light next to the full Blood Moon on Friday. Mars.
A: Something Alex Trebek is contemplating Q: What is retirement?
There’s a good chance Alex Trebek will step down as “Jeopardy!” host once his contract expires in 2020.
Kitchener woman receives incredible retirement gift with Lotto Max win
Carol Knipfel won $1 million after her final day of work as Kitchener utility dispatcher
Homeowner injured in Flamborough blaze
Firefighters put out blaze at 20 Marshboro Ave. quickly after responding to the call Monday afternoon
Nothing perfect or simple in ongoing domestic violence trial
It’s the longest and most complicated domestic violence trial in Hamilton history, writes Susan Clairmont. On that point, the accused and their alleged victim agree.
Shot dead asking for help: The Karl Staats story
“There’s a real sense of exasperation, like ‘Oh no, it happened again. Why is this event replaying itself, over and over,” Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald said.
Girl dies in Middlesex County crash
Crash northwest of London, Ont., claims life of girl, 7
Stoney Creek Walmart parking lot dispute being investigated as a hate crime
Dale Robertson, 47, of Stoney Creek is charged with threatening death, dangerous driving and failing to remain at the scene of an accident.
Signpost: POA move, children’s festival and Emancipation Day
The Provincial Offences Administration (POA) office and courtrooms are moving to their newly renovated and accessible facility at 50 Main St. E. as of Aug. 27. The new location is across the street from the current location at the John Sopinka Courthouse. The POA office and courtrooms will be closed Aug. 24. Courtroom operations will resume Aug. 29.
NIAGARA UNCORKED: Reborn winery has London roots
I often re-visit wineries to see what’s new or to try the latest vintage, but it’s not often that the winery has a new face like Aure Winery, which has been “reborn” as London Born Wine Co.
Forest fire threatens Trans-Canada Highway
Forest fire in northeastern Ontario threatens Trans-Canada Highway
Vancouver moves to expropriate rundown hotels
Vancouver moves to expropriate two hotels closed over safety concerns
Man wanted in Windsor area for kidnapping nabbed after Peterborough County OPP chase
Peterborough County OPP chased a man wanted on kidnapping and confinement charges early Sunday morning who was driving a vehicle that had been stolen from halfway across the province.
Generation Z networking event
Generation Z is holding a networking event for aspiring entrepreneurs and current young business owners looking to connect with others on Aug. 8.
Toronto Zoo bat conservation program finds endangered species near city
Researchers at the Toronto Zoo say they’re excited to have captured several endangered bats in the Greater Toronto Area this month.
B.C. police arrest man in alleged gang murder
Ontario man arrested by B.C. police over alleged 2009 gang murder
Big sky at Bayfront Park. The clouds are expected to linger
The weather is forecast to remain unsettled for the next two days with some rain and possible thunder storms.
Toronto city council votes to oppose cuts
Toronto council votes to oppose Ontario bill to cut number of councillors
Toronto city council votes to oppose cuts
Toronto mayor not ruling out legal action against province over council size
Funerals held for Danforth shooting victims
Reese Fallon, 18, and 10-year-old Julianna Kozis were laid to rest in separate funeral services Monday.
Toronto woman accused in PATH stabbing fit to stand trial: Ontario Review Board
A woman accused of murder in a 2015 stabbing at a Toronto drugstore has been declared fit to stand trial by authorities overseeing her treatment, but a court still has to make its own ruling about her mental state before proceeding with her case.
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