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'Frankensalmon' ruled safe to eat: Fast-growing GM fish approved by scientists Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:11PMThe first GM salmon could be on American dinner tables within two to three years, and possibly on British plates soon after that.
Detroit 3 headlines: Ford settles suit in rollover death Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 7:28AMFord, after being ordered to pay a baseball player's estate $131 million, settled a lawsuit over the Explorer rollover death before punitive damages could be considered in the trial. Ford settled the case over the death of the former New York Mets minor league baseball player on confidential terms, said attorney Tab Turner, who represented the family of Brian Cole.
Party favours Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:46AMCity councillors are routinely offered pricey sports and show tickets and fireworks cruises by major corporations and the city's top developer. So why do some disclose these gifts while others don't?
Symbol a short way to identify company Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:33AMWhat can you tell me about stock ticker symbols? – M.M., Fort Myers, Fla.
Preview: 2012 Tesla Model S Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 10:38PMTesla's Model S four-door coupe. I’ve got a confession to make. I’ve never really taken Tesla seriously, at least not until now.
Most FMCG firms yet to form clear policy on GM food Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 11:41AMConsumer goods company Dabur and KRBL, which makes the India Gate brand of rice, are the most consumer responsible companies, according to a Greenpeace report. Greenpeace released a Safe Food Guide today in which it has rated the top 25 most popular food companies according to their policy on genetically-modified (GM) food. Based on their responsibility towards consumers on the GM food issue ...
Plotting the Esks' course Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 8:44AMThey sit beside each other, the only two people in a sea of seats.
Lamoriello says Kovalchuk deal done in good faith Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:50AMThe New Jersey Devils say that they acted in good faith during their long contract negotiation with winger Ilya Kovalchuk.
Boys of winter are back Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:42PM"Too long." That was Andy Bathgate's response to a friendly inquiry about his summer vacation as he prepared to hit the ice during Belleville Bulls training camp Thursday at Yardmen Arena.[...]
The PHT Nightcap: Thursday, September 2nd Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 9:38PMEven in the depressingly hockey-free summer, we expect to be a productive bunch here at Pro Hockey Talk. Sometimes it might be difficult to follow our pace. We understand that. For that reason, whenever we can, we'll put all of...
CFL teams keep close watch on NFL cuts Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:34PMWith NFL teams finalizing their 53-man active rosters ahead of the regular season, CFL GMs are anxious to bolster their lineups heading into the second half of the season.
Montreal Canadiens sign goaltender Carey Price to two-year contract Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:28PMMONTREAL - Carey Price has finally signed with the Montreal Canadiens, and now he wants to prove it was money well spent.
NFL cutdown offers CFL GMs chance to bolster rosters heading into stretch run Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:22PMSaskatchewan Roughriders GM Brendan Taman has three good reasons to be glued to the NFL waiver wire this weekend.
NFL cutdown offers CFL GMs chance to bolster rosters Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:06PMPlease read the full story on TSN.ca for the latest details
Montreal Canadiens sign goaltender Carey Price to two-year, $5.5 million contract Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:48PMMONTREAL - The Montreal Canadiens have Carey Price's name on a new contract. The 23-year-old goaltender signed a two-year, $5.5 million deal on Thursday, ending two months of negotiations between the NHL team and the restricted free agent.
Pens' Staal to miss start of training camp Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:12PMJordan Staal won't be on the ice when the Pittsburgh Penguins open training camp later this month. The 21-year-old centre is still recovering from the lacerated tendon in his right foot that he suffered during the playoffs.
Price finally agrees to new deal with Canadiens Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:54PMCarey Price, who became the Montreal Canadiens’ No. 1 goalie following the off-season trade of Jaroslav Halak, signed a two-year contract with the team on Thursday.
GM's fresh start with new chief Akerson Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:31AMWashington - US car giant General Motors begins yet another phase in its long revival battle on Wednesday with the start of new chief executive Daniel Akerson.
Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac Sales Decline 11 Percent from 2009 Cash-for-Clunkers Level Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:16AMDETROIT, Sept. 1, 2010; August sales for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac decreased by a combined 11 percent to 184,921 units, compared to last August, a month in which the automotive industry experienced the highest level of sales in 2009 due to the Cash for Clunkers stimulus program.
Special Team Rates Available for 3rd Annual NH Exposure Combine Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:15AM(Derry, New Hampshire): There have been special team rates announced for the third annual New Hampshire Pro Exposure Basketball Combine will be held on September 25th and 26th at the SportsZone Athletic Facility in Derry, NH. Teams may be entered together with a combined roster of up to 8 players for just $400 for the team.
Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac Sales Decline 11 Percent from 2009 Cash-for-Clunkers Level Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:45AM-
Cammalleri could have been a Leaf Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:25AMSt. Michael's Arena, downtown cradle of Toronto Maple Leaf greats, was awash in Montreal Canadiens' sweaters Tuesday morning, ironic when you consider the guest Hab could have been wearing Toronto colours.[...]
Car of the future visits Sault Ste. Marie Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:46AMThree major manufacturers plan on plugging into the electric vehicle portion of the Canadian automotive market next year and Monday it was Mitsubishi Canada whizzing into town and promoting the virtues of its i-MiEV to a Sault Ste.[...]
Bleeding blue and white Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:36AMSt. Michael's Arena, downtown cradle of Maple Leaf greats, was awash in Montreal Canadiens' sweaters Tuesday morning, ironic when you consider the guest Hab could have been wearing Toronto colours today.
Khabibulin appealing sentence Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:22AMEdmonton Oilers netminder Nikolai Khabibulin will be facing a 30-day sentence in prison, but he's still able to play hockey with the team since his lawyer is appealing the conviction.
Roadrunners Get Surprise Visit at Camp Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:29PMThe Topeka RoadRunners had an extra skater show up at practice Monday afternoon at "The Ice" in Cumming, GA, just north of Atlanta where the team has held Training Camp. Technically, he's young enough to lace 'em up for the Topeka RoadRunners, but since first round NHL draft pick Evander Kane is under contract with the NHL's Atlanta Thrashers, it's likely he'll stay behind when the 'Runners ...
Saints’ DL coach suspended for real estate scam Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:07PMNew Orleans Saints defensive line coach Travis Jones has been suspended 30 days without pay for his admitted role in a real estate scam involving 40 people in northwestern Texas. GM Mickey Loomis says the suspension will begin immediately.
How to feed the world Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:20PMThe world is planting a vigorous new crop: "agro-pessimism", or fear that mankind will not be able to feed itself except by...
OnStar Celebrates Patents During National Inventor's Month Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:08AMDETROIT, Aug. 30 -- Every time OnStar sends one of 143 million e-mails monthly to report what's happening with an OnStar-equipped vehicle, it's worth remembering: There's a patent for that.
Gagner inks two-year pact with Oilers Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:24AMEdmonton Oilers centre Sam Gagner got a belated birthday present from the Edmonton Oilers Sunday, signing a two-year US$4.55-million contract.
Chevrolet's 2011 Orlando model won't be sold in Orlando Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:09AMThe on-again, off-again Chevrolet Orlando is on again, as General Motors confirmed plans to market the little seven-seater in early 2011.
Canada falls to 0-2 at basketball worlds Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 8:56AMLinas Kleiza had 18 points and 10 rebounds and Lithuania rallied from a 17-point deficit in the second half to beat Canada 70-68 on Sunday in the opening round of the basketball world championship in Turkey.
Marketer Leaves Hyundai for GM, Joining Colleague Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:14AMHyundai has lost marketing head Christopher Perry to General Motors’ Chevrolet, in the Media and Marketing column
Tough decisions await Jays GM Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 8:31PMHow much of this Blue Jays season can be believed?
Mosport: Corvette Racing qualifying report Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 6:59PMBOWMANVILLE, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 28, 2010 -- Corvette Racing drivers Oliver Gavin and Johnny O'Connell qualified their Compuware Corvettes fourth and sixth respectively for Sunday's Mobil 1 presents the Grand Prix of Canada at Mosport International Raceway.
France beats defending champ Spain Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 2:26PMFrance made 10 of 12 free throws to seal a 72-66 victory over defending champion Spain in the opening round of the basketball world championship.
Basketball Capsules: Big second quarter helps US run away from Croatia Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 2:11PMISTANBUL — For weeks, U.S. players have been hearing about what they aren’t. Not big enough. Not old enough. And maybe even not good enough. On Saturday, they finally got to show what they believe they can be: the team that ends a 16-year world championship drought.
Oilers not planning on re-signing Comrie Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 12:03PMMike Comrie has a new wife. If he wants to continue his NHL career, he’ll need to find a new team. The veteran centre played 43 games for Edmonton last season scoring 13 goals and 21 points, but the Oilers are not planning to bring him back.
Canada drops world basketball opener Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:56AMCanada opened the basketball world championships with 81-71 loss to Lebanon on Saturday.
Fogarty and Said set qualifying records at Montreal Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 8:58PMJon Fogarty turned a hot lap at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montreal, Quebec, Canada and broke the existing Rolex Grand-Am Series Daytona Prototype record. He was not alone in capturing a new track record as Boris Said did the same in the GT class.
Montreal: Series qualifying report Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:13PMMONTREAL, Quebec, Canada (Aug. 27, 2010) - Jon Fogarty and Boris Said used Chevrolet power to lead a record-breaking pair of qualifying sessions Friday at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve and capture respective poles for Saturday's Montreal 200, Round 11 of 12 in the GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Cask No. 16.
Oilers' Khabibulin facing jail time Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 5:58PMNikolai Khabibulin is found guilty on three counts in an Arizona DUI case. A 30-day minimum sentence is possible. Edmonton Oilers goalie Nikolai Khabibulin was found guilty on three counts involved an alcohol-related traffic incident Friday in an Arizona court, according to published reports.
Khabibulin found guilty in Arizona DUI charges Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 5:57PMEdmonton Oilers goalie Nikolai Khabibulin was found guilty on three counts involved an alcohol-related traffic incident Friday in an Arizona court, according to published reports.
New Lordstown GM Plant Manager Impressed, Excited Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:00PMGM Lordstown's new plant manager said he's impressed with the facility and excited about the launch of the Chevy Cruze. Bob Parcell started his new job Aug. 1 and met with reporters for the first time Friday at the Lordstown facility. "People are just outstanding," said Parcell. "Every person is very willing and offering help and assistance." He said all three shifts are up and running, and he ...
New Lordstown GM Plant Manager Impressed, Excited Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:55PMGM Lordstown's new plant manager said he's impressed with the facility and excited about the launch of the Chevy Cruze. Bob Parcell started his new job Aug. 1 and met with reporters for the first time Friday at the Lordstown facility.
Petes sign Swiss pick (THE LATEST) Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 1:00PMLino Martschini is a player the Peterborough Petes expect will become an instant fan favourite. The Petes announced on Friday they have signed Martschini, a native of Switzerland, who competed earlier this month in the 2010 Memorial of Ivan Hlinka U18 tournament.[...]
TFC look to regain home dominance vs. reigning champs Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 11:17AMToronto FC (7-8-5, 26 points, 3rd place Eastern Conference, MLS) vs. Real Salt Lake (11-4-6, 39 points, 2nd place, Western Conference, MLS)
Canada letter says concerns re EU GM crop proposal Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 10:07AMFirm says EU proposals don't appear to be science-based. 28 Aug 2010 3:05 AM
Free agents impress Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:30AMAt most, the Sudbury Wolves were hoping there would be one player from last week's free agent camp good enough to be invited to the team's main training camp. But on Thursday, head coach Trent Cull announced five free agents earned invites.[...]
Don't blame boomers Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:43AMI put up my hand and admit it. I'm a baby boomer: Guilty as charged -- and getting a tad tired of the accusing looks and people asking after my health. And, no, they don't want to know if I'm well.[...]