Toronto Report

Toronto hit by blackout after transformer fire

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 04:54:00 +0000

A fire at a Toronto transformer station knocked out power to much of the city on Monday, snarling traffic in the midst of a blistering heatwave, but appearing to have little impact on financial markets.

U.S. bobsledder Bill Schuffenhauer arrested for domestic violence at Vancouver Winter Olympics

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:42:00 +0000

A U.S. bobsleigh athlete was arrested Wednesday in Whistler, B.C., for allegedly assaulting his domestic partner. RCMP are recommending prosecutors that he will be charged with assaulting and threatening his common-law partner.

Canadian Teachers Suspended After Sexually Suggestive Pep Rally Dance [Video]

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:27:00 +0000

During a pep rally at a Winnipeg high school, a student recorded two of the school's teachers performing a sexually suggestive dance on the gym's floor, which has been since called "Two Teachers, One Chair".

Navigate better in the labyrinth of social situations

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:38:00 +0000

Getting on with the in-laws, co-workers and friends can be difficult at times. One may not always know what to say or how to react in delicate situations. But fear not, there is a dim light at the end of the tunnel lit by a New York Times column to assist you with social dilemmas.

Elton John: Jesus was a super-intelligent gay man

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:38:00 +0000

British singer Sir Elton John has claimed Jesus was a "super-intelligent gay man" in an interview with US magazine "Parade".

Health experts say you don't have to get fat during pregnancy

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:19:00 +0000

Pregnant women should be encouraged to eat a healthy diet instead of "eating for two" and do moderate exercise, according to a new health advice by NHS. The British experts say women do not even need to drink full fat milk or change the amount of food intake for the first six months of pregnancy.

Be a master adulterer: Guide book teaches how to avoid to being caught

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:19:00 +0000

Do you believe your cheating skills need improvement? A self-help book titled "Designing Infidelity: A Reference Guide to the Art of Cheating to Perfection" by J. Frances elevates cheating to a higher level by offering practical advice on how to "cheat on your spouse" successfully.

Social networking sites tell robbers when you are away from home

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 02:34:00 +0000

Sharing every happening in your life with friends and family on social networking sites is getting more and more popular. However, providing up-to-the-minute updates on websites such as Twitter or Foursquare has also made it a lot easier for users to fall victims of crime.

Israeli spy agency Mossad suspected in Dubai assassination of Hamas commander

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:59:00 +0000

Dubai's police chief yesterday directly accused Israel's Mossad spy agency of the hit-squad slaying of a Hamas commander in a luxury hotel room on 20 January. Lieutenant-General Dahi Khalfan Tamim said he was "99 per cent, if not 100 per cent" certain that Mossad were behind the murder of Mahmoud al-Mabhouh.

Kamikaze pilot crashes plane into federal tax agency building in Austin, Texas

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:59:00 +0000

An enraged software engineer went on a suicide mission yesterday by flying his small plane into an Internal Revenue Service office building in Austin, Texas.

Indian firm designs "armoured golf buggy" to fight off terrorists

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:31:00 +0000

A mini armoured car, resembling a bullet-proof golf buggy with firing ports, has gone on display at an Indian arms fair. The car is designed for use in confined spaces such as airports and hotels targeted in terror attacks.

Wine Etiquette: Tasting, Ordering & Serving

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Wine experts offer solutions to awkward situations that may arise when ordering, tasting wine at a restaurant and other places.

Lady Gaga's Most Extravagant Outfits

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:18:00 +0000

Lady Gaga flashes her booty at Brit Awards 2010

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:18:00 +0000

Lady Gaga, 23, performed "Telephone" and "Dance in the Dark" in a sheer lace bodysuit at the Brit Awards in London Tuesday night. She dedicated the songs to Alexander McQueen, British fashion designer who was found hanging in his wardrobe in London last week.

The Real Reasons Behind Why Men Hate Condoms

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:48:00 +0000

A recent study, published in the journal "Sexually Transmitted Infections", links poor fit to reduced usage of condoms. The study also hints that condoms often don't fit because men won't buy anything labeled "small" or "medium".

Pamela Anderson in Racy Silver Jumpsuit (PHOTOS)

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:48:00 +0000

Pamela Anderson showed off her "riches" while modeling for Richie Rich's fashion show on Wednesday night. Pam donned a racy silver jumpsuit barely covering her hot body, some fake tan that she later sweat off, causing streaks on her midriff and thighs.

Malaysia canes three women for adultery

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:48:00 +0000

Malaysia has for the first time punished three Muslim women, convicted of adultery by a shariah court of Islamic law, with caning. The women also received short jail sentences.

Tiger Woods Stages Paparazzo-Style Photo Op

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:48:00 +0000

Tiger Woods was caught on camera jogging in Florida. This has been the very first photo of the embattled golfer since last November. However, it turns out that the seemingly spontaneous paparazzo shot was staged by reputable photo agency Getty.