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Kim Thúy published 'Ru' to give voice to refugees. She hopes the film will, too

Kim Thúy published 'Ru' to give voice to refugees. She hopes the film will, too

TORONTO — A big-screen adaptation of Kim Thúy’s autobiographical novel “Ru” had the author revisiting sometimespainful childhood memories of fleeing Vietnam but she says it was “a privilege” to do so through the eyes of its young star.
'All magical things must come to an end': Tokyo Police Club announces breakup

'All magical things must come to an end': Tokyo Police Club announces breakup

TORONTO — Canadian indie rock band Tokyo Police Club is calling it quits. The Newmarket, Ont.-formed act says it's planning "one last big bash" later this year and will play two nights in Toronto before breaking up.
Fallsview casino operator fined $70K for not flagging patron who brought bag of cash

Fallsview casino operator fined $70K for not flagging patron who brought bag of cash

NIAGARA FALLS, Ont. — The operator of the Fallsview Casino Resort has been fined after Ontario's gaming regulator says it failed to flag a patron who brought in tens of thousands of dollars in cash in a reusable grocery bag.
Teen charged in Toronto stabbing initially believed to involve a machete

Teen charged in Toronto stabbing initially believed to involve a machete

TORONTO — A teenage boy is facing multiple charges in a stabbing in north Toronto that police originally said involved a machete. Police say they were called to the area near Bathurst Street and Finch Avenue around 3:40 p.m.
Ford recalls 93,000 Explorer SUVs in Canada due to potential hazard

Ford recalls 93,000 Explorer SUVs in Canada due to potential hazard

TORONTO — Ford says a recall of its Explorer SUVs will affect 93,000 Canadians.
Firehouse Subs pitches first responders, vets in opening restaurants as rivals circle

Firehouse Subs pitches first responders, vets in opening restaurants as rivals circle

TORONTO — As competitors circle the market, Firehouse Subs is on a mission to lure in an uncommon set of restaurant owners to help it grow the brand in Canada.
London attacker says he regrets the loss he caused; victims' family rejects apology

London attacker says he regrets the loss he caused; victims' family rejects apology

LONDON, Ont. — A man who killed four members of a Muslim family in London, Ont., told a sentencing hearing on Tuesday that he was sorry for the pain he caused, an apology dismissed by the victims' family as the "strategic words" of a "killer.
Martin Luther King's daughter recalls late brother as strong guardian of their father's legacy

Martin Luther King's daughter recalls late brother as strong guardian of their father's legacy

ATLANTA (AP) — The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s daughter remembered her late brother on Tuesday as a fierce and visionary steward of their father's legacy. The Rev.
Manulife to offer Aeroplan points to group benefits members

Manulife to offer Aeroplan points to group benefits members

TORONTO — Manulife Financial Corp. says it has reached a deal to offer Aeroplan loyalty points to group benefits members through its new digital platform.
Maple Leafs goaltender Ilya Samsonov showing flashes of the past after AHL demotion

Maple Leafs goaltender Ilya Samsonov showing flashes of the past after AHL demotion

TORONTO — Ilya Samsonov hasn't had a lot to smile about this season. The Maple Leafs goaltender struggled early and lost the No. 1 job in Toronto before enduring the embarrassment of being placed on waivers.