60 h. ago Blue Jays’ Scherzer throws to hitters for 1st time since going on IL

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Max Scherzer took what the Toronto Blue Jays hope is a significant step in his return from a right thumb injury on Wednesday when he threw to hitters for the first time since going on the injured list in March. “I thought his stuff was really good,” Blue Jays manager John Schneider […]

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1 week ago Mark Carney wins Nepean riding, entering Parliament for 1st time

Liberal Leader Mark Carney is projected to win his Ottawa riding of Nepean in Monday's federal election, gaining a seat in Parliament for the first time.

Transport

2 w. ago For the 1st time, B.C. judge awards custody of family pet in divorce case

This ruling involved a couple with a young child and a dog who were getting divorced. Under changes to B.C.'s Family Law, pets are no longer considered property.

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2 w. ago Robots race humans for 1st time in world debut of humanoid half

While the 12,000 human participants followed conventional rules and needed to stop at water stations, the 21 machine 'runners' needed battery swap pit stops.

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3 w. ago Liberals lead dips for 1st time in Canada election as Tories gain: poll

The new Ipsos poll for Global News shows support for the Liberals has dropped to 42 per cent, the first time since the election began that the party has lost ground.

Politics

3 w. ago Landeskog ’excited about what the future looks like’ after playing in a game for 1st time in 3 years

LOVELAND, Colo. — For the first time in 1,020 or so days, Gabriel Landeskog has some fresh game tape to examine. Game tape of him hitting players, taking hits, being called for a penalty and even putting someone in a headlock. “A headlock,” he said with a grin Friday night, “wasn’t necessarily planned when I […]

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4 w. ago For 1st time ever, District of North Van fire engine staffed by all

The four women of Engine 4 responded to multiple calls on Thursday and while each of them bring a unique skillset to the crew, all of them share the same passion for the job.

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