Canadian diamond fetches record price
Thursday, February 17, 2011 by admin
A huge rough diamond, billed as the most significant find in the 13-year history of Canada's Ekati mine, is auctioned off in Belgium for more than $6 million.
Baby bassinets recalled for collapse risk
Thursday, February 17, 2011 by admin
Hundreds of thousands of baby bassinets made by Burlington Basket Co. were recalled in the United States and Canada on Wednesday amid concerns that they could collapse if not assembled properly.
Dollar reaches near 3-year high
Thursday, February 17, 2011 by admin
The Canadian dollar reached an almost three-year high Thursday before retreating from that level.
U.S. proposes fee for visitors from Canada
Thursday, February 17, 2011 by admin
The budget U.S. President Barack Obama submitted to Congress on Monday proposes to slap a $5.50 fee on every visitor from Canada who travels to the U.S. by air or by sea.
Crib injuries hurt nearly 10,000 a year: study
Thursday, February 17, 2011 by admin
Almost 10,000 infants and toddlers are hurt in crib and playpen accidents each year, according to the first U.S. analysis of emergency room treatment for these injuries.
Royal wedding ‘sick bag’ souvenir released
Thursday, February 17, 2011 by admin
A U.K.-based graphic designer has designed a solution for people who are "sick" of the hype surrounding Prince William and Kate Middleton's upcoming royal wedding.
Bell class action suit approved by Que. court
Thursday, February 17, 2011 by admin
A Quebec Superior Court judge has authorized a class action lawsuit to go ahead against Bell Mobility.