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Sunday 20th of May 2012 02:05:46

Canadian News

Winnipeg's first Chinese baby turns 100

The city's Chinese community celebrated the 100th birthday of Winnie Paktong on the weekend — the first person born in Winnipeg of Chinese immigrant parents.

Lockerbie families express relief, seek more answers after Libyan convicted in bombing dies

NEW YORK, N.Y. - For relatives of the people who died in the Pan Am bombing over Lockerbie, Scotland, the death Sunday of the only man who was convicted stirred up questions once again about his guilt and whether others went unpunished.

'Avengers' sinks 'Battleship" to remain No. 1 with $55.1M; superhero saga nears $1.2B globally

FILE - This file photo of a film image released by Disney shows Iron Man, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr., left, and Captain America, portrayed by Chris Evans, in a scene from LOS ANGELES, Calif. - "The Avengers" continues to muscle out everything else Hollywood throws at it, easily sinking naval rival "Battleship" and other new releases.


Vigil held for slain women

People gathered Sunday to remember Carolyn Sinclair and other slain women.More than 70 people marched to the Manitoba Legislature Sunday and held a memorial vigil for Carolyn Sinclair and other murdered women.


Severe ice warnings force Britons to cancel row across Atlantic Ocean

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Two British adventurers who were planning a record-setting row from St. John's, N.L., to Bristol, England, have called off their expedition after warnings from Canadian ice experts.

Business

G8 leaders urge Europe to focus on growth rather than austerity at G8 summit

Prime Minister Stephen Harper arrives for the closing briefing at the G8 summit Saturday, May 19, 2012 in Camp David, Md. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul ChiassonCAMP DAVID, Md. - The Group of Eight nations are advocating growth rather than austerity in Europe after spending two days of meetings at storied Camp David aimed at containing an escalating fiscal crisis overseas.


World leaders turn focus to future of Afghanistan, NATO at Chicago summit

CHICAGO - The waning days of the NATO-led mission in Afghanistan won't be a rush to the exit, the secretary-general of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization said Sunday.

Report: Germany's central bank chief Weidmann warns against raising Greek risk exposure

FILE - In this March 13, 2012 file photo President of the German Central Bank Bundesbank Jens Weidmann speaks during the annual balance press conference in Frankfurt, central Germany. Bundesbank President Jens Weidmann warns Europe's central banks should not increase their exposure to Greece because of the high level of political uncertainty ahead of the next month's elections there. Weidmann told German Sunday paper Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung May 20, 2012 that it lies BERLIN - Bundesbank President Jens Weidmann has warned Europe's central banks not to increase their exposure to Greece because of the high level of political uncertainty there ahead of next month's elections.


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 ...


Weaker euro zone nations need more support from core: UK

LONDON (Reuters) - The euro zone can protect its currency if its stronger countries provide more support for the weaker to help them deal with their problems, British finance minister George Osborne said in a newspaper on Sunday. The future of Europe's 17-country single currency bloc is under threat from a political stalemate in Greece, which could lead to its departure from the monetary union at unknown costs to the financial system and global economic stability. ...

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

'Avengers' sinks 'Battleship" to remain No. 1 with $55.1M; superhero saga nears $1.2B globally

FILE - This file photo of a film image released by Disney shows Iron Man, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr., left, and Captain America, portrayed by Chris Evans, in a scene from LOS ANGELES, Calif. - "The Avengers" continues to muscle out everything else Hollywood throws at it, easily sinking naval rival "Battleship" and other new releases.


Coldplay named as headline act for closing ceremony of London Paralympic Games

FILE - In this Wednesday, April 18, 2012 file photo Chairman of London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Parlympic Games (LOCOG), Sebastian Coe speaks to the media at Kew Royal Botanic Gardens in London to mark 100 days before the start of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Sebastian Coe is a potential leading candidate to light the cauldron for the London 2012 Olympics. (AP Photo/Sang Tan, file)LONDON - Rock band Coldplay will be the headline act at the closing ceremony for the London Paralympic Games on Sept. 9.


Gloria Allred calls on Trump to revoke Miss Universe pageants that discriminate

TORONTO - Civil rights lawyer Gloria Allred is calling on Donald Trump to revoke any Miss Universe franchises that exclude transgender contestants.

Kristin Cavallari Celebrates Impending Arrival With Baby Shower

Kristin Cavallari is seen preparing for her baby shower in Los Angeles on May 19, 2012 -- Kristin Cavallari/TwitterMom-to-be Kristin Cavallari celebrated the impending arrival of her baby boy at a bash with her friends on Saturday. The 25-year-old former "Hills" reality star (who is engaged to Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler) took to Twitter to share her excitement and baby shower fashion.


'Avengers' sinks 'Battleship" to remain No. 1 with $55.1M; superhero saga nears $1.2B globally

FILE - This file photo of a film image released by Disney shows Iron Man, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr., left, and Captain America, portrayed by Chris Evans, in a scene from LOS ANGELES, Calif. - "The Avengers" continues to muscle out everything else Hollywood throws at it, easily sinking naval rival "Battleship" and other new releases.


Sports

Djokovic downs Federer to set up Nadal final

Novak Djokovic returns the ball to Roger Federer during their semi-final match at the Rome Masters tennis tournamentROME (Reuters) - World number one Novak Djokovic beat Roger Federer in straight sets on Saturday and will play Rafa Nadal in the Rome Masters final for the second year in a row.


Nadal wears down Ferrer to reach Rome final

Nadal of Spain celebrates after he won against Ferrer of Spain at the Rome Masters tennis tournamentROME (Reuters) - Five-times champion Rafa Nadal wore down fellow Spaniard David Ferrer 7-6 6-0 on Saturday to reach the final of the Rome Masters. The second seed came from 3-1 down to win the first set and then ran away with the second to set up a final against either world number one Novak Djokovic or number two Roger Federer. Sixth seed Ferrer had the better of an 86-minute first set, but could not push home his advantage as Nadal won the tiebreak 8-6, before running away with the second. "At the start of the match, David was playing unbelievably," Nadal said afterwards. ...


Thunder silence Lakers to take 3-1 series lead

Thunder forward Kevin Durant celebrates his three-point shot to defeat the Los Angeles LakersLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A late three-pointer by Kevin Durant capped a dramatic fightback by the Oklahoma City Thunder as they left the Los Angeles Lakers on the verge of playoff elimination with a 103-100 win in Game Four on Saturday.


Rabottini wins 15th stage of Giro d'Italia; Rodriguez reclaims lead from Hesjedal

Spain's Joaquin Rodriguez celebrates on podium after the 15th stage of the Giro d'Italia, Tour of Italy cycling race, from Busto Arsizio to Lecco, Pian dei Resinelli, Sunday, May 20, 2012. Rodriguez placed second to become the new leader of the race. (AP Photo/Gian Mattia D'Alberto)LECCO, Italy - Matteo Rabottini won the 15th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Sunday, holding off Joaquin Rodriguez in a close finish as the Spaniard took back the overall lead from Canada's Ryder Hesjedal.


Sunday's Scoreboard

Sunday's Games

Celebrity

Transgendered Jenna Talackova loses at Miss Universe Canada beauty pageant

Transgendered beauty queen Jenna Talackova reacts as she makes the top 20 cut in the Miss Universe Canada pageant in Toronto on Saturday May 19, 2012. Talackova sparked global attention when she was initially disqualified from the pageant. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris YoungTORONTO - Wannabe beauty queen Jenna Talackova failed in her bid to become Miss Universe Canada's first transgendered victor Saturday, but her supporters say she's already achieved much more than a crown.


Amid glamor of Cannes, guests bid up to $255,656 at Sean Penn-inspired Haiti fundraiser

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 - Guests at Cannes have bid up to €200,000 ($255,656) at a Haiti fundraiser for items including a Bono-autographed guitar as the film festival's glitzy, global spotlight turned to charity.


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?


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.









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