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Nov 28, 2011

Thestar.com Morning Headlines

Monday, November 28, 2011 Hello Cabuyano! 
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Secret G20 tape reveals anarchists’ last planning meeting

At the final meeting of the top anti-G20 anarchists, participants had trouble coming to a consensus about how black bloc activists were to blend in with the peaceful Saturday afternoon march, and when they would break away to “smash or break” things.

2012 the doomsday budget? Not so much

The mayor had big plans for this budget, but with higher tax revenue and weakened council support, 2012 will likely be much of the same.

Study puts Ontario students on top

Ontario’s grade 8 students are outperforming their peers across the country in math, science and reading, according to a new nation-wide study.

Egypt votes in first post-Mubarak election

Egyptians voted on Monday in their first election since a popular revolt ousted Hosni Mubarak, amid fears the generals who replaced the deposed leader would try to cling on to power.

 
 
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‘12 Days of Christmas’ costs spike thanks to turtle doves

The price of partridges, pear trees and turtle doves has spiked, pushing the cost of every item mentioned in the carol “The Twelve Days of Christmas” above $100,000 for the first time.


 
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Ryerson may name major Gardens’ sponsor

Toronto’s downtown university will make a fundraising announcement Tuesday about Maple Leaf Gardens, and rumours are that it may reveal which benefactor will get naming rights for its new student athletics centre at the historic hockey shrine.

Is home ownership really a smart investment?

A Toronto house bought in 1906 for $1,200, sold this month for $825,000. Good investment? We crunch the numbers â€" and the results may surprise you.

 

Are Canadian online deals better than U.S.?

A growing number of shopping Web sites are taking the guesswork out of cross-border shopping. We take a look.

Roseman: How January CPP changes may affect you

If you collect CPP and go back to work, you’ll make mandatory contributions if you’re under 65.

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Sports
 

Feschuk: Speedy Leafs cap successful trip

Team heads home after a 5-2 win in Anaheim having taken three out of four on the road.

Cox: Lulay, Lions roar to victory in 99th Grey Cup

The B.C. Lions were by far the better team Sunday in a sometimes dominant, sometimes wobbly 34-23 Grey Cup triumph over the East Division champion Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

 

Recap: Damien Cox's Grey Cup commentary on Twitter

Read along as Damien Cox in Vancouver and Mark Zwolinski in Toronto Tweet their observations of the CFL title game.

Football rivalries bring CFL fans together in Vancouver

It seems like everyone has someone to make fun of at the Grey Cup.

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Entertainment
 

Lady Gaga: Between the covers

Performer Lady Gaga has teamed up with bad boy photographer Terry Richardson for a coffee table book showcasing the singer’s many looks.

Walter Isaacson: the right man for the Jobs job

The biographer’s burden: how to tell an unpleasant truth about a dying man.

 

Lily Allen gives birth to a daughter: reports

Lily Allen has given birth to a baby girl.

Heavyweight boxes: CD collections are bigger than ever

Seems like all old hits gets an ultra-deluxe CD box set now. Is it, as Nick Mason says, a ‘last gasp'? Or the format's future?

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Living
 

The man who gave superheroes their stage

Harold Koda, chief curator of the Met's Costume Institute, has had a hand in staging some of the world’s best received costume exhibits.

Which Toronto foodies have the best taste buds?

Sommelier Jamie Drummond is seeing which foodies have sensitive palates and which of them have no taste at all

 

In praise of handwritten notes

In an age of email and texting, is the writing on the wall for letter writing? Definitely not, says the Post a Letter Social Activity Club

Fashion market ‘pops up’ on King West

Market is a constant destination for premium, local shopping â€" with the option of a cocktail on the side.

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Travel
 

Winter Getaways for Canadians

The holiday season is a popular time for Canadians to plan a getawayâ€"but where do you go? Whether you’re thinking of escaping to Caribbean beaches or capturing the spirit of the season somewhere closer to home, these ten suggestions will inspire you to find a place full of good cheer.

TV anchor’s desk job won’t keep her grounded

Sleepless nights in the world’s trouble spots haven’t dulled CTV veteran reporter Lisa LaFlamme’s love of travel.

 

The recline and fall of Western Civilization

Fliers weigh in on the etiquette of reclining seats.

Contiki’s golden deals

Treat yourself to Fort Lauderdale, or try a southern Ontario getaway in Stratford.

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