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Former military leader Haydn Edmundson testifies, denies sexually assaulting accuser

Former military leader Haydn Edmundson testifies, denies sexually assaulting accuser

OTTAWA — Retired vice-admiral Haydn Edmundson took the stand in his sexual assault trial on Monday, denying that he had sexual or physical contact with the woman who accuses him of raping her on a military ship more than 30 years ago.
Contract rules disregarded in costly development of ArriveCan app: auditor general

Contract rules disregarded in costly development of ArriveCan app: auditor general

OTTAWA — A failure of management, "glaring disregard" for policies, controls and transparency and dismal efforts to track spending drastically drove up the cost of the much-maligned ArriveCan app, the federal spending watchdog says.
No plans for royal tour by King Charles in Canada this year as monarch battles cancer

No plans for royal tour by King Charles in Canada this year as monarch battles cancer

OTTAWA — King Charles will not travel to Canada for his first royal tour as Canada's monarch this year, as he battles cancer.
Canada's effort to restore military talks hinges on Taiwan policy: Chinese ambassador

Canada's effort to restore military talks hinges on Taiwan policy: Chinese ambassador

OTTAWA — China's ambassador to Canada says an effort by Ottawa to restore normal military communication will hit headwinds if the navy sends another ship to the Taiwan Strait. "We want dialogue.
Quebec government says new powers for justices of the peace will reduce court delays

Quebec government says new powers for justices of the peace will reduce court delays

MONTREAL — Quebec's justice minister is giving more responsibility to justices of the peace to free up provincial court judges and reduce delays.
Quebec cold case murder suspect chooses not to testify or present defence: lawyers

Quebec cold case murder suspect chooses not to testify or present defence: lawyers

SAGUENAY, Que. — Lawyers for a Quebec man charged with the first-degree murder and sexual assault of a 19-year-old junior college student nearly 24 years ago will not present a defence. Marc-André Grenon's lawyers told a courtroom in Saguenay, Que.
In the news today: King of Jordan to visit Canada, Chiefs win Super Bowl over 49ers

In the news today: King of Jordan to visit Canada, Chiefs win Super Bowl over 49ers

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
Manitoba RCMP say three children and two women dead, man in custody

Manitoba RCMP say three children and two women dead, man in custody

WINNIPEG — Police extended condolences to residents of a small Manitoba town on Sunday as they launched a probe to determine how three children died after being pulled from a burning vehicle and two women were found dead in separate but connected cir
Jordan's King Abdullah II to visit Canada on Wednesday, Trudeau's office says

Jordan's King Abdullah II to visit Canada on Wednesday, Trudeau's office says

OTTAWA — The King of Jordan will visit Canada later this week and meet with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The Prime Minister's Office issued a news release Sunday saying King Abdullah II will be in Ottawa on Wednesday.
Former MP Raj Grewal sues for damages following acquittal last year

Former MP Raj Grewal sues for damages following acquittal last year

OTTAWA — Former Liberal MP Raj Grewal is seeking millions of dollars in damages from the RCMP and the Ontario attorney general after being acquitted of using his political office for personal gain.