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Nov 30, 2011

Thestar.com Morning Headlines

Wednesday, November 30, 2011 Hello Cabuyano! 
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Biggest public transit system in recent history could be run without the TTC

Metrolinx is toying with the idea of a public-private partnership in hopes of bringing the project in quickly and on-budget.

Alarm bells sound over our house prices

Is Canada due for a house price correction? The Economist says prices are 25 per cent too high here.

Sexy Gretzky: Reaction to the racy pics

Readers respond to the latest Gretzky to generate a lot of buzz — Wayne’s daughter Paulina, for her racy (now former) Twitter account.

Toronto among most risky places to drive

Not surprisingly, the GTA has a higher share of accidents, proportionately, than more rural parts of the province.

 
 
The Revenge of the Electric Car
 
 

It's back and it's mad.

Director Chris Paine (Who Killed the Electric Car?) on the electric car's comeback of the century.
 
Must Reads - Home Page Editor's Picks
 
 

Why you need a Power of Attorney

Like a will, many people avoid thinking about Powers of Attorney. This decision can cost families, both financially and emotionally. 


 
Business
 

Facebook prepares for IPO challenge

Facebook might finally be laying down the groundwork for a highly anticipated initial public offering.

Apple founding documents up for auction

Signed on April 1, 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ron Wayne

 

Little growth, lots of turmoil ahead: bank economists

Uncertainty in debt-burdened Europe, weakness in the United States and the high loonie will tamp growth down to the 2-percent range for years.

American Airlines parent company files for bankruptcy

American Airlines parent company files for bankruptcy protection after struggling to cut labour costs and battle rising fuel prices

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Sports
 

Cox: Should the Leafs trade for Bobby Ryan?

The reported availability of Bobby Ryan should be of interest to 29 other clubs, not just the Maple Leafs.

Leafs determined to get even with Bruins

VIDEO: The Bruins have kicked sand in their faces twice this season â€" 6-2 and 7-0 â€" but the chance to exact revenge is at hand.

 

Poll: Are the Bruins the Leafs’ biggest rival?

The Leafs and Bruins hook up at the Air Canada Centre Wednesday for the first of a home-and-home series, and the mood should be decidedly edgy.

Reimer in line for backup duty in Boston

VIDEO: Coach Ron Wilson likes goalie’s chances for Saturday … and sings praises of his own Movember look.

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Entertainment
 

Salem: Fox ‘zit-com’ is no laughing matter

Our columnist explains why he hates I Hate My Teenager Daughter.

'Don’t buy my box set,' says Elvis Costello

Singer leaves message on website telling fans it is too expensive.

 

‘Pan Am’ actress says series cancelled

Network insists it is not the end of the runway for Karine Vanasse and her primly pill-boxed posse.

Comedian Patrice O’Neal dies at 41 following complications from stroke

O’Neal’s manager says many people “have lost a close and loved friend” and “all of us have lost a true comic genius.”

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Living
 

Rubin: From beloved brewery Fuller’s, two classics reimagined

Beer reporter Josh Rubin gives rave review to Fuller’s Past Masters XX and Double Stout.

Heston Blumenthal’s Christmas pudding flies off British shelves

The fabled Hidden Orange Christmas Pudding sells out worldwide â€" except on eBay.

 

Three fresh looks for your office holiday party

J. Crew sends you to the office, the bar and the ball room this holiday season with three fresh looks.

Can laptop Wi-Fi nuke sperm?

A recent study suggests men who use laptops on their laps are frying their sperm, however the president of the Society for Male Reproduction and Urology, doesn’t believe laptops are a significant threat to male reproductive health.

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Travel
 

Jim Byers Travel Blog: Name the Best Places in Canada

New contest asks folks to name top spots across the country. Also, a new hotel rises in Haiti.

Florida Fling â€" Sunshine State No. 1 For Golf

Time to do some exploring and check out some of Florida's wide range of golf courses, including fabulous resorts.

 

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.

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