Death of Syrian President Hafez Assad Shocks Mideast
Syria's 69 year old leader Hafez Assad dies after heart problems leaving a power vacuum and potential shifts in regional peace prospects. World leaders mourn as Israel and Arab states react with concern over future stability and ongoing enmity.
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Manning navigates Ramsay presence at rally
Canadian Alliance leadership hopeful Preston Manning faced a delicate moment when local MP Jack Ramsay, convicted last November of attempting to rape a 14 year old in 1969, attended a rally. The two avoided contact and photographers as Manning greeted supporters elsewhere, offering support to Ramsay and his wife Glenna.
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World Petroleum Congress Opens Amid Peaceful Calgary Protest
About 1,500 demonstrators marched through downtown Calgary to protest the oil sector’s environmental and human rights record at the World Petroleum Congress opening. Prime Minister Chretien welcomed delegates as he cited climate concerns and Canada’s resource contributions, while a Sudanese critic urged Ottawa to halt Talisman Energy operations in Sudan. Christie framed the rally as a peaceful voice for change.
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River Run 2000 Attracts Record Participants In Medicine Hat
The Medicine Hat News and Family YMCA River Run 2000 drew 270 runners, far above last year’s 182. The event offered 3, 5, and 10 kilometre races with local support and community spirit cited by organizers and participants. Veteran runners like Don Isernia and Eleanor Grona highlighted the social and fitness benefits of the event as a staple for the local running community. Paramedic Murray Barker prepared at the start, fresh off a 30k race in Lethbridge.
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Strathcona Island Park Race Tests Runners On Sunday
Craig Love won the event with 35 38 in the 10k while Joanne Kennedy led women in 44 30. Dave Burden and Lana Matthews won the 5k in 17 56 and 21 46. Families, volunteers, and spectators enjoyed a community finish at the YMCA site.
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Nude driving couple spotted on Highway 400 near Barrie
A naked man drove a car with a bare female passenger in his lap on Highway 400 near Barrie. Police arrived at 3:45 p.m. and gave the pair a stern lecture after they dressed. They claimed window tinting hid their actions.
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Devils win Stanley Cup in Texas overtime
The New Jersey Devils returned home as champions after an overtime victory in Texas. Jason Arnott hoisted the Cup at Teterboro Airport amid cheering fans in 35 C heat as coach Larry Robinson and players expressed emotion.
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