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• Raptors to acquire Marc Gasol, send Jonas Valanciunas to Grizzlies: report

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  The Toronto Raptors are reportedly finalizing a deal to acquire centre Marc Gasol from the Memphis Grizzlies for centre Jonas Valanciunas, forward C.J. Miles, guard Delon Wright and a second-round pick in 2024. Read more »

• 9 reasons Auston Matthews got $58M US…in 90 seconds

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  Now that Auston Matthews has signed a contract extension with the Leafs, Rob Pizzo looks at how he earned all that cash Read more »

• Bias against funding Canada’s female scientists revealed in study

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  Female scientists are less likely to win research dollars from the federal government’s grant agency (CIHR), when the grant application is reviewed based on the scientist leading the project, rather than the proposal. Read more »

• Hurricanes are strengthening faster in the Atlantic, and climate change is a big reason why, scientists say

  admin February 7, 2019

  A startling study says that the most devastating storms — those, like Hurricane Michael, which intensify rapidly — are already more common.Washington Post coverage of climate and environment-related issues. Read more »

• Edmonton councillor apologizes, plans to reimburse city for MBA tuition

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  Edmonton city councillor Jon Dziadyk apologized to constituents Thursday and promised to repay $11,000 in taxpayer money used for tuition toward an Executive MBA at the University of Alberta. Read more »

• Green New Deal sparks immediate Democratic divisions

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  “There’s not unanimity,” said Rep. Raúl Grijalva, a supporter of the draft and chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee.Washington Post coverage of climate and environment-related issues. Read more »

• Watch the Four Continents figure skating championships

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  Watch action from the Four Continents figure skating championships in Anaheim, Calif., beginning on Thursday with the ladies and men’s short programs. Read more »

• Raptors acquire Marc Gasol, send Jonas Valanciunas to Grizzlies: report

  admin February 7, 2019

  

  The Toronto Raptors are reportedly finalizing a deal to acquire centre Marc Gasol from the Memphis Grizzlies for centre Jonas Valanciunas, forward C.J. Miles, guard Delon Wright and a second-round pick in 2024. Read more »

• No time for doubters: Cassie Sharpe wants to be a world champion

  admin February 7, 2019

  

  Cassie Sharpe’s path to the top of the freestyle skiing world has been fuelled by her unwavering confidence, devoted support system and ability to persevere. Heading into the FIS world ski championships this week in Utah, Sharpe is looking to add a world title to her already impressive resume. Read more »

• Toronto Maple Leafs are just like the rest of us

  admin February 7, 2019

  

  For their annual outdoor practice at Nathan Phillips Square, the Toronto Maple Leafs surprised commuting Torontonians by riding the subway to practice — just like a regular person, but in full hockey gear. Read more »