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Hélène Campbell to make first public appearance today

thestar.com — Stephen Harper, with wife Laurenn, far right, pose with Hélène Campbell after honouring her with the Diamond Jubilee Medal on Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Alungstory.ca Hélène Campbell receives Diamond Jubilee Medal from Stephen Harper Hélène Campbell will be making her first public appearance Thursday since her surgery.
Vanessa Lu Business Reporter, Toronto Star @vlu
How great! RT @barbturnbull: Off to see @alungstory's Hélène Campbell make first public appearance: http://t.co/YaB1tiVD
Barbara Turnbull Life Reporter, Toronto Star @barbturnbull
Off to see @alungstory's Hélène Campbell make first public appearance: http://t.co/UYXzaXhU via @TorontoStar

Treasures and tales abound at Textile Museum’s annual ‘yardage’ sale

thestar.com — Andrea Diplock, right, helps sort through donations for the Textile Museum's annual "yardage" sale Friday and Saturday. Behind her, volunteers Marilyn Luce and Nancy Dillow helping with the sorting. Nick Kozak/for the Toronto Star For months now, down in a crowded basement room in the 401 Richmond Building, a cluster of women have been sorting garbage bags of old dreams into bundles of inspiration.
Jenni Thompson Social Media Editor, Toronto Star @jmdthompson
Ooh, this sounds neat. Perhaps find some new materials for sewing projects? http://t.co/0Rgz6gcq via @TorontoStar
Catherine Porter Columnist, Toronto Star @porterthereport
Crafter's alert: Textile Museum's yard sale is on tomorrow. My column: http://t.co/NL5sY9hC

Youth jobless rates remain high globally, report says

thestar.com — People seeking jobs wait in a line that stretches down the block from a youth center to speak to over 60 employers at an employment fair May 3, 2012 in Queens, New York. Jobless youth around the globe rose by 4 million people, according to a new report.
Josephine Lim Online Editor, Canadian Business @JLim02
RT @anndouglas: Youth jobless rates remain high globally, report says: http://t.co/GA1mwsaO via @TorontoStar
Ann Douglas Pregnancy and Baby Columnist, Toronto Star @anndouglas
Youth jobless rates remain high globally, report says: http://t.co/prDiq7ZP via @TorontoStar

‘Before I die’ wall coming to Toronto this summer

thestar.com — A man writes on a "Before I Die" public art display in Washington, D.C., that invites people to share what is the most important thing they want to do before dying. Alex Wong/GETTY IMAGES Katie Daubs Staff Reporter The first half of the sentence is simple, the second half stunning.
Shauna Rempel Editor, Toronto Star @ShaunaRempel
#BeforeIDie I want to visit Africa & South Pacific, learn a new language and run a marathon http://t.co/f5D7HUW3
Jennifer Wilson Editor, Toronto Star @jenwilsonTO
This is amazing. Public art asks Before I die I want to .... http://t.co/Ghh5LyrM

Tightrope walker Nik Wallenda may face falcon attack on Niagara Falls crossing

thestar.com — A baby peregrine falcon reacts after being taken from a nest on the 43rd floor of the downtown Toronto Sheraton Centre on Wednesday to be weighed and given leg bands. TARA WALTON/TORONTO STAR Valerie Hauch Staff Reporter Could a Flying Wallenda meet a flying falcon?
Scott Colby Assignment Editor and Parenting Columnist, Toronto Star @the_scolby
I'm sure he never factored this in: Tightrope walker Nik Wallenda may face falcon attack on Niagara Falls crossing: http://t.co/mkZEYFcd

Leona Aglukkaq admits poverty, hunger problems in the North, but maintains criticism of UN

thestar.com — Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq says she never meant to imply that there were no food problems in the north when she criticized a UN envoy reporting on poverty in Canada. SEAN KILPATRICK/THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA-Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq says that when she tore a strip off a UN right-to-food envoy last week, she never meant to imply there were no hunger problems in the North.
Catherine Porter Columnist, Toronto Star @porterthereport
Harper gov't now blaming hunger in Cdn north on environmentalists. What's next? Enviros to blame for climate change? http://t.co/sdxaAFs7

Modern Family, B---- in Apt. 23 finales: Review

thestar.com — Gloria and Jay find out they are going to have a baby in the season finale of Modern Family. Eric McCandless/associated press As we discovered on Wednesday night's season finale, the Modern Family is about to grow by one.
Rob Salem TV Columnist, Toronto Star @robsalem
TheStar Season Finale reviews: #ModernFamily and #BinApartment23: http://t.co/Urz1cOzZ via @TorontoStar

Adam Lind off to hot start with Blue Jays’ Vegas affiliate

thestar.com — Adam Lind hopes hard work in Vegas will earn a quick ticket back to the Blue Jays. CARLOS OSORIO/TORONTO STAR Adam Lind has some hot hands in Vegas, but not because he's found a lucky streak at the card table.
Matt Hartley Technology Editor, Financial Post, National Post @thehartley
RT @TorontoStar: The @BlueJays' Adam Lind is off to a hot start in Vegas. What should they do with him? http://t.co/z6sTXNJF via @StarSports

Municipal cat police taking things a bit too fur

thestar.com — Not so very long ago, a pert young trooper in a dark blue uniform, clipboard and a pencil in hand, knocked on my front door and said, "It's come to our attention that you have a cat." I felt like Winston Smith. Big Brother watching me.
Chantal Braganza Toronto Editor, OpenFile @chantalbraganza
Also! Reminds me of when TAS cracked down on Star columnist Joe Fiorito for an unlicensed cat, and he got angry: http://t.co/D2KhR4t4

Cohn: OLG’s high stakes gamble for a casino location - and customer loyalty

thestar.com — What better way to make a virtue of a vice than by locating a casino at Ontario Place - Toronto's equivalent of Main St. - and render gambling mainstream in the public mind, writes Martin Regg Cohn. DAVID COOPER/TORONTO STAR file photo More than a blight on our waterfront, a new casino would be a moral stain on Toronto.
Martin Regg Cohn Political Columnist, Toronto Star @reggcohn
OLG's high stakes hypocrisy on casino locations + loyalty pgms to entice gamblers: risky bizness. My colum http://t.co/KflyBjti #onpoli

Stephen Colbert inspires U.S. students to launch satirical election funding groups

thestar.com — Stephen Colbert launched his own super PAC as another way to lampoon U.S. campaign funding rules. Now imitators are sprouting up at colleges across the U.S. Stephen Colbert has inspired a new fad on college campuses across the United States: super political action committees.
Pamela Fayerman Health Blogger, Vancouver Sun @MedicineMatters
TheStar Stephen Colbert inspires U.S. students to launch satirical election funding groups: http://t.co/uCGBPXwu via @TorontoStar

Alligator found in Brampton backyard

thestar.com — This alligator was captured by Brampton Animal Control officers after it wandered into an Elliott Street backyard Sunday afternoon. John Dryden Pam Douglas Torstar News Service Brampton house owners were shocked to discover a live, three-foot long alligator in their backyard Sunday afternoon.
Jennifer Wilson Editor, Toronto Star @jenwilsonTO
New pet? Alligator found in Brampton backyard: http://t.co/qwpnf401
Ron Nurwisah News Editor, Canada, Huffington Post @boyreporter
RT @timalamenciak: Alligator found in Brampton. I hear Peel Police has its best investi-gator on it. http://t.co/jbXh0i2j This guy: http ...
Kathy Vey Editor at Large, OpenFile @kvey
@syladurantaye You've been out-reptiled: http://t.co/pVveClNB

Cox: Toronto Marlies one win away from Calder Cup final

thestar.com — Marlies Philippe Dupuis, left, and Matt Frattin sandwich Oklahoma City Barons' Anton Lander Wednesday night during Game 4 of their AHL playoff series at Ricoh Coliseum. Keith Beaty/Toronto Star It's about being happy where you are and trying to forget where you were.
Damien Cox Hockey Columnist, Toronto Star @DamoSpin
One more time, on the Marlies and the Devil you don't know http://t.co/fmNcQ91S
Damien Cox Hockey Columnist, Toronto Star @DamoSpin
Cox: Toronto Marlies one win away from Calder Cup final http://t.co/JQ8N8QK5

‘Officer Bubbles’ identified other Toronto officers to G20 watchdog

thestar.com — Officer Adam Josephs, notorious for threatening a bubble-blower with arrest during the G20 summit, gave the OIPRD the names of three officers who arrested a freelance journalist at the Novotel hotel and, according to the journalist, did so with unnecessary violence.
Antonia Zerbisias Social Justice and Cultural Trends Columnist, Toronto Star @AntoniaZ
‘Officer Bubbles’ redeems himself. Bravo! @TorontoStar http://t.co/31KgQElE #g20 #TO #TOpoli

Toronto Catholic school trustees could hire first board ombudsman in province

thestar.com — The Toronto Catholic District School Board could become the first board in Ontario to have its own independent ombudsman, if trustees agree Thursday night. Once rocked by spending scandals and charges of conflict of interest that led Queen's Park to seize its purse-strings from June 2008 until January 2011, the new board would benefit from an arm's-length referee to help restore public confidence, argued Trustee Jo-Ann Davis, who has proposed the new position.
Louise Brown Education Reporter, Toronto Star @louisebrownstar
Toronto Catholic Bd could be 1st in Ont. to appoint independent ombudsman to settle disputes + help sort thru red tape http://t.co/Jy2PwY88

Phoenix Coyotes, will they ever make money?

thestar.com — Despite going three rounds deep into the Stanley Cup playoffs, the Phoenix Coyotes, with the worst attendance in the NHL, will again lose money this season. Matt York/AP Shane Doan speaks so enthusiastically about life in Arizona, he ought to be the spokesman for the Phoenix chamber of commerce, or real estate board.
Kevin McGran Sports Reporter, Toronto Star @kevin_mcgran
TheStar Phoenix Coyotes, will they ever make money?: http://t.co/80dQWX7Y via @TorontoStar

Brewery takes a shot at Quebec’s Bill 78

thestar.com — A small Montreal craft brewery is taking a shot at the controversial Bill 78 with a beer named for the era of ultra-conservative former Quebec premier Maurice Duplessis. In an announcement on the brewery's Facebook page Wednesday, Dieu du Ciel! said it was having a special sale on bottles of its strong stout Grand Noirceur, which translates to Great Darkness.
Josh Rubin Beer Columnist and Business Reporter, Toronto Star @starbeer
Montreal brewery takes a shot at Bill 78: http://t.co/5icmrDc4

Brampton votes to reopen Pan Am hosting debate

thestar.com — Hafiz Asim Ali's children, Abdul Rahman with the cricket bat and daughters, Zainab, 4, Iman, 8 and Noor, 10, in a park near their Brampton home. The Brampton and Etobicoke Cricket League has asked Brampton council for a cricket pitch.
David Rider Urban Affairs Bureau Chief, Toronto Star @dmrider
RT @StarGTANews: Brampton votes to reopen Pan Am hosting debate http://t.co/8a9WgWQn

Toronto mounted police honoured for stopping rogue horse-drawn wagon

thestar.com — Awarded for stopping a runaway horse-drawn wagon, Police Officer of the Year went to a group from Toronto's mounted division. From left: PC Peter Broske, PC Brian Smith, PC Robert Graham, PC Marisa Van Overbeek and PC Joel Houston. Missing is Sgt. Kris McCarthy. The awards were handed out May 16, 2012.
Mike Nizza Managing Editor, The Daily @mikenizza
News sketch of the day! http://t.co/nKVYbhfH

He shoots, he applies for a permit: City comes up with road hockey exemption plan

thestar.com — LtoR. Juliana Duarte, 8, Sam Giffen, 13, Annie Keay, 12, Gavin Keay, 15 scramble for the ball as goaltender Cameron Heald-brown, 14 tires to make a save as the group play road hockey on Watford Street in Toronto on May 22, 2012.
Jason Markusoff Civic Affairs Writer, Calgary Herald @markusoff
Nobody writes about civic permits and a flailing kids "cringeworthy impression of Sidney Crosby" like @ddale8. Star: http://t.co/Nu0y5P4o

Toddler briefly trapped in active washing machine after dad puts him in as joke, police say

thestar.com — CAMDEN, N.J.-Authorities say a father's prank at a southern New Jersey laundry facility nearly turned tragic when his toddler son briefly got stuck inside an active washing machine. Now they're hoping to identify and locate the family, so they can ensure that the child wasn't harmed.
Lorianna De Giorgio Foreign Web Editor, Toronto Star @LDeGiorgio
VIDEO: Toddler briefly trapped in active washing machine after dad puts him in as joke, police say http://t.co/wDkohD5Z

Watch Great Gatsby trailer

thestar.com — Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby. The trailer for the much-anticipated reboot of The Great Gatsby, based on the F. Scott Fitzgerald book, has been released. The movie, starring Tobey Maguire as Nick Carraway, and Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby, hits theatres Christmas Day. The good news is it will hurt even more in 3D.
Jennifer Wilson Editor, Toronto Star @jenwilsonTO
I'm actually kind of excited for the Great Gatsby: http://t.co/vnpHws6C

Toronto Argonauts kicking great Dave Mann dies at age 80

thestar.com — Nicknamed "Superman" for his aptitude in multiple and diverse roles with the Argos between 1958 and 1970, Dave Mann was a threat with his hands, speed and booming foot. He died in Toronto on May 22, 2012 at age 80.
Shauna Rempel Editor, Toronto Star @ShaunaRempel
RIP Toronto Argonaut Dave Mann: http://t.co/FZbNilh6 via @TorontoStar #CFL (check out amazing pic of @billcosby working out with #argos)

Simon Whitfield trains smart for final Olympic triathalon bid

thestar.com — Canadian triathlete Simon Whitfield won silver at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Richard Lautens/Toronto Star File Photo Some days, even gold medallist Simon Whitfield has to trick himself into running. The Olympic triathlete trains more times in a week than there are days, and admits there are moments he'd really rather lay around.
Fareed Zakaria Host, GPS, CNN @FareedZakaria
Listen to the GPS podcast, train like an Olympian. A nice shout-out from @simonwhitfield http://t.co/neBmr4wr @CNN

Weekly shoe: Cesare Paciotti

Derick Chetty Fashion Writer, Toronto Star @DerickChetty
Cha Cha Cha. @CESARE_PACIOTTI is the Weekly Shoe http://t.co/FWGkNbef

First Nations protesters disrupt Enbridge pipeline hearing

thestar.com — LONDON, ONT. - Aboriginal protesters who say they represent the traditional government of the Six Nations forced a National Energy Board hearing into an Enbridge oil pipeline proposal to be adjourned Wednesday morning. Police also said one supporter of the protesters had been arrested, though it's unclear whether charges were laid.
Vanessa Lu Business Reporter, Toronto Star @vlu
First Nations protesters disrupt #energy board hearing on #Enbridge's proposal to reverse flow of oil pipeline. http://t.co/nt4QGmw2

G20 aftermath: watchdog recommends charges against 31 Toronto police officers

thestar.com — The province's police complaints watchdog has recommended 31 officers be charged for alleged G20 misconduct, two of whom hold senior positions, Toronto police said Wednesday. The misconduct charges stem from investigations conducted by the Office of the Independent Police Review Director, which also released a scathing G20 systemic reviewed last week.
Scott Colby Assignment Editor and Parenting Columnist, Toronto Star @the_scolby
TheStar G20 aftermath: watchdog recommends charges against 31 Toronto police officers: http://t.co/12QI9INY via @TorontoStar

Toronto women stabbed in Atlantic City identified

thestar.com — Atlantic City officials have released the identities of two Toronto women stabbed to death in Atlantic City's tourist district Monday. Mother and daughter Po Lin Wan, 80, and Alice Mei See Leung, 47, who lived in Scarborough, died from multiple stab wounds in hospital after they were attacked during a failed robbery.
Scott Colby Assignment Editor and Parenting Columnist, Toronto Star @the_scolby
TheStar Toronto women stabbed in Atlantic City identified: http://t.co/qPnDK5mt via @TorontoStar

Toronto electrician wins $50 million lottery jackpot

thestar.com — Timothy Schell spent the weekend house hunting not knowing he was the $50 million Lotto MAX winner. Steve Russell/TORONTO STAR No longer will Timothy Schell wishfully bookmark Kijiji ads for classic cars after work. The next 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS he spots will be on its way to his long-planned showroom of restored muscle cars, trucks and Harley-Davidsons.
Scott Colby Assignment Editor and Parenting Columnist, Toronto Star @the_scolby
TheStar Toronto electrician wins $50 million lottery jackpot: http://t.co/4G65tott via @TorontoStar

Toronto women stabbed in Atlantic City identified

thestar.com — Atlantic City officials have released the identities of two Toronto women stabbed to death in Atlantic City's tourist district Monday. Mother and daughter Po Lin Wan, 80, and Alice Mei See Leung, 47, who lived in Scarborough, died from multiple stab wounds in hospital after they were attacked during a failed robbery.
Jennifer Pagliaro Staff Reporter, Toronto Star @jpags
Toronto women stabbed in Atlantic City identified: http://t.co/pc243gye via @TorontoStar

Glee finale, the graduation: Review

thestar.com — Kurt (Chris Colfer), right, graduated from McKinley High. Adam Rose/associated press ROB SALEM TV COLUMNIST Glee lost me in the second season, somewhere between "The Rocky Horror Glee Show" and that train-wreck of a Christmas episode. So I knew things had gotten bad. But until Tuesday night's season finale, I really had no idea how bad.
Rob Salem TV Columnist, Toronto Star @robsalem
TheStar Glee finale, the graduation: Review: http://t.co/7xSPvJEd via @TorontoStar

“Save me”: Toronto woman who died on Mount Everest

thestar.com — Shriya Shah-Klorfine, 33, died during her descent from Mount Everest. With sherpas supporting her near life-less body in Mount Everest's "death zone," Shriya Shah-Klorfine uttered her final words: "Save me." The Toronto woman had spent nearly six hours in the icy, oxygen-depleted area near the summit, waiting as hordes of other climbers clambered down from the top on Saturday.
Brandie Weikle Parenting and Relationships Editor, Toronto Star @bweikle
I'm just furious that traffic jams on the side of Mount Everest are allowed to happen- http://t.co/YExJycLN http://t.co/8apJ9Tln

Is this gap-toothed boy the next Mark Zuckerberg?

thestar.com — Ashwin Gowland He's been dubbed the next Mark Zuckerberg. A six-year-old, gap-toothed entrepreneur impressed the crowds at Seattle Startup Weekend held May 18-20 with his business pitch: GapTooth Stickers. The youngest person to ever present at the Seattle startup event, Ashwin Gowland explained that his stickers could be placed on anything from clothing to fruit to toys and dissolve off the products with water.
Lorianna De Giorgio Foreign Web Editor, Toronto Star @LDeGiorgio
Is this gap-toothed boy the next Mark Zuckerberg? http://t.co/aYwLGlOo

POM pomegranate juice ads exaggerated health benefits, judge rules

thestar.com — POM Wonderful has been taken to task for its health claims by a U.S. judge. DAVID COOPER/TORONTO STAR Pomegranate juice doesn't prevent prostate cancer, stave off heart disease or scare away erectile dysfunction, a U.S. judge has ruled in the latest warning to companies exaggerating the health benefits of their products.
Lorianna De Giorgio Foreign Web Editor, Toronto Star @LDeGiorgio
#POM pomegranate juice ads exaggerated health benefits, judge rules http://t.co/v8OrmMgK

Griffin: Vladimir Guerrero can’t wait to join Blue Jays

thestar.com — New Blue Jays signing Vladimir Guerrero looks for his pitch during a game with Pirates prospects at extended spring training Wednesday in Dunedin, Fla. Scott Iskowitz/AP DUNEDIN, FLA.-Being unemployed for any length of time can be humbling. Just ask Vladimir Guerrero.
Richard Griffin Columnist, Toronto Star @RGriffinStar
Vlade, Vidi, Vici at http://t.co/WYL46tSu link http://t.co/BNwmYqSM and join me at 1:00 or thereabouts for an in-game chat.

Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, banks sued over IPO

thestar.com — Facebook Inc. CEO Mark Zuckerberg is seen on a screen televised from their headquarters in Menlo Park moments after their IPO launch in New York, in this May 18, 2012 file photo.
Jennifer Pagliaro Staff Reporter, Toronto Star @jpags
RT @godmere: Well that'll make for a crappy honeymoon. RT @TorontoStar: Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, banks sued over IPO: http://t.co/5kKfZimX

Robert Moog honoured by Google Doodle today

thestar.com — Robert Moog is being honoured with Wednesday's Google Doodle. The American electronic music pioneer invented the Moog synthesizer, and Moog Music. The playable synthesizer logo was created to honour his birthday, May 23, 1934. Moog died Aug. 21, 2005 at the age of 71, four months after he was diagnosed with a brain tumour.
Shauna Rempel Editor, Toronto Star @ShaunaRempel
So much fun! Who's composed a masterpiece already this morn? (#notme) Robert Moog Google Doodle: http://t.co/icrkk2ok (@TorontoStar)

Facebook, Twitter make room for growing number of niche social networks

thestar.com — Former Toronto Blue Jay Shawn Green and a business partner are launching a social network Jock Talk which revolves around status updates posted by pro sports stars who join the group. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan) MARK DUNCAN/AP The social media numbers were too big for former Blue Jay Shawn Green and business partner Brendon Kensel to ignore.
Morgan Campbell Sports Writer, Toronto Star @MorganPCampbell
TheStar Facebook, Twitter make room for growing number of niche social networks: http://t.co/7rM9xCzh via @TorontoStar #sportsbiz

How did these people survive a plunge over Niagara Falls?

thestar.com — Emergency officials rescue a man who plunged over Niagara Falls and survived in an apparent suicide attempt on Monday. HARRY ROSSETANI/ASSOCIATED PRESS NIAGARA FALLS, ONT.-Death, taxes, Niagara Falls. In the old days, those were the only certain things in life - or death - according to the river men who patrolled a thunderous Horseshoe Falls before it became somewhat tamed by hydro companies.
Doug Saunders European Bureau Chief, Globe and Mail @DougSaunders
In other who-knew news: Niagara Falls has become softer and more survivable. http://t.co/1JBrRcYM

U of T and its neighbours in conflict over secrecy surrounding planned highrise residence

thestar.com — The leased land that is the focus of all the upset between U of T and several area residents' associations is a small 600-square-metre site on the south side of College St. involving 245 and 251 College St.
Louise Brown Education Reporter, Toronto Star @louisebrownstar
My colleague Patty Winsa's Monday scoop about controversy over proposed U of T residence http://t.co/hkddGhql #cdnpse

He shoots, he applies for a permit: City comes up with road hockey exemption plan

thestar.com — The sport of young princes (and old ones too, if Prince Charles' participation in a bit of shinny in Saint John this week counts) could be legalized on the streets of Toronto under a new proposal.
John Michael McGrath Toronto News Curator and Reporter, OpenFile @jm_mcgrath
RT @ddale8: The city comes up with a road hockey exemption plan; I mock uncoordinated children: http://t.co/p77b2UDu
John Michael McGrath Toronto News Curator and Reporter, OpenFile @jm_mcgrath
The city is still so fearful that if 3 out of 10 households on a street say no to ball hockey, it will remain illegal: http://t.co/P2NnFizn

Students mark 100th day of protests

Wanda Goodwin Photo Editor, Toronto Star @wgpix
PHOTOS: #Montreal #students mark 100th day of protests http://t.co/OAAOTTlu

He shoots, he applies for a permit: City comes up with road hockey exemption plan

thestar.com — The sport of young princes (and old ones too, if Prince Charles' participation in a bit of shinny in Saint John this week counts) could be legalized on the streets of Toronto under a new proposal.
Chris Selley Columnist, National Post @cselley
City comes up with road hockey exemption plan http://t.co/W5TvFmlK Kill this with fire. I stand by this position: http://t.co/I58l8HaH

Charles and Camilla in Toronto

Wanda Goodwin Photo Editor, Toronto Star @wgpix
PHOTOS; Royals #Charles and #Camilla in #Toronto @carlososorio,@Rmadonik and wires http://t.co/nA3rwYou

An internet business: Vancouver entrepreneur and mom turns children’s art into stuffed toys

thestar.com — Elephants are not easy to draw. Those trunks are so difficult. Wendy Tsao, a 45-year-old Vancouver mom and entrepreneur, never thought her idea to make soft cuddly toys from children's drawings would become a thriving enterprise that would draw queries from around the world.
Brandie Weikle Parenting and Relationships Editor, Toronto Star @bweikle
Vancouver entrepreneur and mom turns children's art into stuffed toys - http://t.co/YExJycLN http://t.co/m9cJeWSC
Jenni Thompson Social Media Editor, Toronto Star @jmdthompson
What a cute idea: "Vancouver entrepreneur and mom turns kid's art into stuffed toys" http://t.co/QuAqC9zk via @TorontoStar #business

Poll on Toronto casino issue reveals a strong NIMBY factor

thestar.com — The most recent poll of Torontonians on the casino question suggests many supporters would become opponents if the proposed location were in their neighbourhood. The independent Strategic Communications poll of 954 people conducted May 15 first asked: "Do you support or oppose Toronto building a waterfront casino, or are you neutral on the subject?"
David Rider Urban Affairs Bureau Chief, Toronto Star @dmrider
RT @StarGTANews: Poll on Toronto casino issue reveals a strong NIMBY factor http://t.co/MdcbTtIX

Hemingway in Toronto: Dislike at first sight

ehto.thestar.com — CHRISTOPHER HUME STAR COLUMNIST Ernest Hemingway might not have realized it, but there was a lot going in Toronto during his years here. It was in the 1920s that the city we know today started to take shape. With a population of more than half a million, Toronto was shucking its colonial outlook and developing its own civic identity.
Brad Frenette Digital Editor, Social Media and Community, Vancouver Sun @BradFrenette
"Hemingway’s main preoccupation during his Toronto years was to spend as much time as possible out of town." http://t.co/9uhgNtmA

Gardiner concrete falls yet again

Jennifer Pagliaro Staff Reporter, Toronto Star @jpags
RT @theemilyjackson: It definitely could have killed someone. @TorontoStar http://t.co/qE27DFOw RT @jpags Oh good, it only fell on the s ...

Gardiner concrete falls yet again

thestar.com — A chunk of concrete lies on the ground after falling from the underside of the Gardiner Expressway on Tuesday. It was the third time a chunk fell from the Gardiner this month. EMILY JACKSON/TORONTO STAR More concrete fell off the Gardiner Expressway Tuesday afternoon, though no one was injured.
David Rider Urban Affairs Bureau Chief, Toronto Star @dmrider
RT @StarGTANews: Gardiner concrete falls yet again http://t.co/vwmeU9oi

Canadian university presidents strike 75 deals with Brazil for research, study

thestar.com — The close to 30 Canadian university presidents that took part in AUCC's Brazil mission included (l-r) University of Saskatchewan President Peter MacKinnon, York University President Mamdouh Shoukri, Kwantlen Polytechnic University President John McKendry, Royal Roads University President Allan Cahoon, University of Victoria President David Turpin, Huron University College Principal Stephen McClatchie, and University of Lethbridge President Michael Mahon.
Louise Brown Education Reporter, Toronto Star @louisebrownstar
Courting the brainy boys, and girls, of Brazil to build bridges with Canada's ivory tower http://t.co/OZH9XUUf #cdnpse #AUCCBrazil
Louise Brown Education Reporter, Toronto Star @louisebrownstar
Courting the brainy boys, and girls, of Brazil to build bridges with Canada's ivory tower (us + the rest of the world!) http://t.co/OZH9XUUf

Drones, missiles and gunships: Welcome to the 2012 London Olympics

thestar.com — A missile defence battery is deployed in London as part of an operation earlier this month to test security for the London 2012 Olympics. (May 2, 2012) Peter Macdiarmid/GETTY IMAGES As many as 48,000 security forces. 13,500 troops. Surface-to-air missiles stationed on top of residential apartment buildings.
Lewis McCrary Managing Editor, The National Interest @LewisMcCrary
The number of troops protecting the London Olympics "will exceed the forces the U.K. has had in Afghanistan." http://t.co/Q8cgeEZc

Mount Everest death sparks questions over what it takes to get up - and down - the famous peak

thestar.com — Shriya Shah-Klorfine, 33, died during her descent from Mount Everest. Weather has been so bad on Mount Everest this year's climbing season that at least one well-known expedition leader cancelled all of his company's summit climbs. "There were none up to the peak of Everest," famed climber Namgyal Sherpa told the Star on Tuesday.
Lorianna De Giorgio Foreign Web Editor, Toronto Star @LDeGiorgio
Mount Everest death sparks questions over what it takes to get up — and down — the famous peak http://t.co/ytBPaGCn

Why a Mexican named 'Shorty' is one of the world's most wanted men

thestar.com — After nearly a decade at No. 2, last year's death of Osama bin Laden bumped Mexican drug trafficker Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman to the top of Forbes magazine's "World's Most Wanted Man" list. Mexico and the U.S. have put their money where there mouths are, offering $7 million in rewards for his capture.
Lorianna De Giorgio Foreign Web Editor, Toronto Star @LDeGiorgio
Why a Mexican named 'Shorty' is one of the world's most wanted men http://t.co/5GO3QJ0D

Could genetics solve the mystery of the sasquatch?

thestar.com — LONDON- Scientists are turning to genetics to see if they can prove the existence of the elusive hairy humanoid known across the world as bigfoot, yeti and sasquatch. A joint project between Oxford University and Switzerland's Lausanne Museum of Zoology will examine organic remains that some say belong to the creature that has been spotted in remote areas for decades.
Lorianna De Giorgio Foreign Web Editor, Toronto Star @LDeGiorgio
Could genetics solve the mystery of the #sasquatch? http://t.co/hLYtIxcw

Cuban inmate claims he was falsely accused of human trafficking by Cincinnati Reds pitcher Aroldis Chapman

thestar.com — Cincinnati Reds' left-handed reliever Aroldis Chapman is being sued for $18 million by a Cuban-American man imprisoned in Cuba. According to court documents, Chapman falsely accused Danilo Curbelo Garcia of involvement in human trafficking, leading to his 2008 arrest and conviction in Cuba. Jae C.
Curt Anderson Legal Affairs Reporter, Associated Press @Miamicurt
Reds P Chapman sued by Cuban exile claiming player falsely accused him of human trafficking. Seeks $18M. http://t.co/lHNp1pxp

5 keys to a healthy diet and healthy heart

thestar.com — Action Plan to Help Beat Heart Disease Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of Canadians and 80 per cent of it is preventable. The Mayo Clinic's new book Healthy Heart for Life! The Mayo Clinic Plan for Preventing and Conquering Heart Disease ($28.95) draws on research and its in house experts to lower your chance of heart disease.
Jenni Thompson Social Media Editor, Toronto Star @jmdthompson
@sarah_millar: Hey, just saw this and thought of your healthy eating plan! http://t.co/V7ezUUKt No specific meals, but some overall tips.

Atlantic City knife attack leaves 2 Toronto women dead

thestar.com — Two Canadian tourists who died Monday after being stabbed in an apparent robbery were from Scarborough, Atlantic City police have confirmed. Around 10 a.m., the two Asian women, aged 47 and 80, were stabbed multiple times in the upper chest on the 1900 block of Pacific Avenue outside the Bally's casino in a popular tourist area.
Jennifer Pagliaro Staff Reporter, Toronto Star @jpags
Atlantic City knife attack leaves 2 Toronto women dead: http://t.co/Yv6yu1O0 via @TorontoStar

Ryerson hosts international conference on Mad Studies

thestar.com — "The academic elite have literally organized against mad people through a multitude of oppressive practices and ideas," says Prof. Geoffrey Reaume. Michael Stuparyk/Toronto Star As terms of art go, "high-knowledge crazies" is about as intriguing (and, by design, mildly alarming) as it gets.
Brandie Weikle Parenting and Relationships Editor, Toronto Star @bweikle
Really not sure what to think of the term “high-knowledge crazies” http://t.co/YExJycLN http://t.co/R3kACECe

CP Rail faces strike action - GO Train commuters face disruption

thestar.com — GO Train commuters in Milton and Hamilton will have to make alternate plans in the event unionized workers at CP Rail walk off the job just after midnight. This is the first real test for CP Rail's interim CEO Stephen Tobias, who was appointed to the job after a bitter proxy fight last Thursday, where shareholders ousted six directors including chair John Cleghorn.
Scott Colby Assignment Editor and Parenting Columnist, Toronto Star @the_scolby
TheStar CP Rail faces strike action — GO Train commuters face disruption: http://t.co/o1CKv1HM via @TorontoStar

Atlantic City knife attack leaves 2 Scarborough women dead

thestar.com — Two Canadian tourists who died Monday after being stabbed in an apparent robbery were from Scarborough, Atlantic City police have confirmed. Around 10 a.m., the two Asian women, aged 47 and 80, were stabbed multiple times in the upper chest on the 1900 block of Pacific Avenue outside the Bally's casino in a popular tourist area.
Scott Colby Assignment Editor and Parenting Columnist, Toronto Star @the_scolby
TheStar Atlantic City knife attack leaves 2 Scarborough women dead: http://t.co/z6FytGZs via @TorontoStar

Teen brain benefits from mindfulness training

thestar.com — Sarah Weredynski, 16, shown doing yoga at her Toronto home, uses yoga to relax and unwind. "I try to fit it in first thing in the morning on weekends." Aaron Harris/For the Toronto Star Here's some good news about that much talked about teenage brain.
Ann Douglas Pregnancy and Baby Columnist, Toronto Star @anndouglas
Teen brain benefits from mindfulness training (some really positive and inspiring research about teens). I was so... http://t.co/cOT9munp

Facebook shares fall again as doubts over valuation rise

thestar.com — Commuters pass by the NASDAQ Marketsite in New York, May 21, 2012. Nasdaq OMX Group Inc said it is changing its initial public offering trading procedures following glitches in Facebook Inc's market debut that left some traders unsure if their orders for shares had been completed. BRENDAN MCDERMID/REUTERS Niamh Scallan Staff Reporter Facebook Inc.
Natalie Alcoba City Hall Reporter, National Post @NPHallMonitor
RT @TorontoStar: Facebook shares plunge within minutes of opening as doubts over valuation rise: http://t.co/n1O0YWjg

Rodeo 101: Star reporter takes a bull by the horns

thestar.com — Video: Bull riding with Ontario's cowboys Canadians get rodeo ready at this Ontario bull riding school. HILLSBURGH, ONT.-I'm sitting on top of a squirming steer while a cowboy ties my left hand to its back and another tells me to grip the beast with my feet.
Colette Derworiz Assistant City Editor, Calgary Herald @cderworiz
You go, girl! RT @mpotkins: Like a champ RT @l_stone: It's true. I rode a bull (all for the sake of journalism): http://t.co/8fcohTrv #yyc

Mayor Rob Ford weigh-in: Another week, another cancellation

thestar.com — Mayor Rob Ford has cancelled his "Cut the Waist Challenge" weigh-in for the second week in a row. Upon cancelling last week's weigh-in, Ford announced he would now be weighing in every other week, not every week. But he cancelled this week's weigh-in on Tuesday morning with no explanation.
Scott Colby Assignment Editor and Parenting Columnist, Toronto Star @the_scolby
RT @ddale8: Mayor Rob Ford cancels weigh-in for second week in a row, fifth time in nine weeks: http://t.co/Y20wDBDl

Reflections on growing up gay in Yemen

thestar.com — Kamal Al-Solaylee, author of Intolerable. Peter Bregg Photo Kamal al-Solaylee was born in Aden, Yemen, grew up in Beirut and Cairo and then moved back to Yemen's capital Sanaa at 22, knowing he couldn't stay long.
John Shmuel Reporter, Financial Post, National Post @jshmuel
Can't wait to read this MT @mattbraga Very happy for my former journalism prof Kamal al-Solaylee who has a new book out http://t.co/MkqvfUoZ

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thestar.com — May 22, 2012 09:05:00 Ottawa Bureau A few dozen people were already gathered outside the entrance to Queen's Park on Tuesday about an hour ahead of the arrival of Prince Charles and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall.
Joanna Smith Political Reporter, Ottawa Bureau, Toronto Star @smithjoanna
Some more on those adorable twins waiting at Queen's Park for #royaltour: http://t.co/hrVnZ9IW (Adorable kids are a staple at royal events)

House finale review: The doctor rides into the sunset

thestar.com — After eight years and 177 episodes, Hugh Laurie has hung up his cane on House. Do not read further if you haven't seen the House finale. You have been warned. I've heard the phrase "burning down the house," but this was ridiculous. Even for House.
Rob Salem TV Columnist, Toronto Star @robsalem
TheStar House finale review: The doctor rides into the sunset: http://t.co/LOaRxNbV via @TorontoStar

Bigger than Gomery? Quebec corruption inquiry set to get underway

thestar.com — MONTREAL-A public inquiry endowed with wide-ranging powers will begin hearings on Tuesday into the inner workings of Quebec's construction industry, and experts are warning the contents may not be pretty. The long-awaited inquiry threatens to implicate dozens of businesses, local and provincial governments, political parties, and even explore links to organized crime.
Andy Blatchford Reporter, Montreal Bureau, Canadian Press @AndyBlatchford
RT @jonmontpetit: Also Que's public inquiry into corruption gets underway today. Here's why ROC should care: http://t.co/xdKUQcy5 #cdnpo ...

Booty camp adds martial arts moves to fitness mix

thestar.com — Femme Fitale CEO and creator Sammie Kennedy, right, and Dalia Dissanayake demonstrate new fitness classes martial arts moves. Aaron Harris/For the Toronto Star "That's it. Harder. Harder. Don't stop. Come on." Fitness instructor Dalia Dissanayake repeats those words as I punch the focus pads she's hold in front of me.
Sarah Millar Social Media and Community Editor, OpenFile @sarah_millar
My article about @Femme_Fitale is online now! Want a workout that will kick your butt - this one does! http://t.co/OeS2s2jx #health

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thestar.com — May 21, 2012 22:05:00 Katie Daubs and Joanna Smith Staff Reporters It was a perfectly pleasant start to the Toronto portion of the royal tour as Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall watched the Victoria Day fireworks with a posse that included Mayor Rob Ford and Premier Dalton McGuinty at Ashbridge's Bay on Monday evening.
Joanna Smith Political Reporter, Ottawa Bureau, Toronto Star @smithjoanna
Recap of Monday's #royaltour events in New Brunswick & Toronto: http://t.co/E4owGAhU via @TorontoStar (w/ great help from @kdonk & @kdaubs)

Griffin: Pat Hentgen sees greatness in Blue Jays prospects

thestar.com — Former Cy Young winners Pat Hentgen and Roy Halladay at spring training with the Jays in 2003. Steve Russell/Toronto Star File Photo TAMPA-The Jays have been by nature a very conservative developmental organization under third-year GM Alex Anthopoulos.
Richard Griffin Columnist, Toronto Star @RGriffinStar
In case you missed Pat Hentgen's endorsement of Jays' pitching prospects at Lansing as akin to Halladay-Carpenter http://t.co/DOFFVfOh

Montreal police under fire after video surfaces of officers pepper spraying bar patrons

thestar.com — A screengrab from RDI Radio-Canada news report appears to show Montreal police police pepper-spraying patrons at Montreal bar Saturday night. COURTESY RADIO-CANADA MONTREAL-A day after a violent protest ending in a series of street fires, police came under criticism Sunday over an altercation caught on video that shows patrons on a bar patio getting pepper sprayed.
Alex Ogle Reporter and Photographer, AFP @Alex_Ogle
Video of police pepper spraying people at a bar during protests in Montreal -- http://t.co/tluKaImx story http://t.co/aFrm4lqq

Cox: New Jersey Devils beat New York Rangers 4-1, NHL Eastern final tied 2-2

thestar.com — New York Rangers' Mike Rupp flips in front of New Jersey Devils goalie Martin Brodeur in the first period of Monday night's game. RAY STUBBLEBINE/REUTERS NEWARK, N.J.-It's guaranteed to go six, and sure looks like it will go seven.
Damien Cox Hockey Columnist, Toronto Star @DamoSpin
Cox: New Jersey Devils beat New York Rangers 4-1, NHL Eastern final tied 2-2 http://t.co/6j4noNnr

Cox: Rangers’ Chris Kreider latest impact grad from 2010 U.S. world junior class

thestar.com — Chris Kreider of the Rangers celebrates after beating Martin Brodeur in the third period of Game 3. Jim McIsaac/GETTY IMAGES NEWARK, N.J.-Those surprised by the impact Chris Kreider is having on the 2012 Stanley Cup playoffs must not have been watching the 2010 world junior hockey championship.
Damien Cox Hockey Columnist, Toronto Star @DamoSpin
Cox: Rangers’ Chris Kreider latest impact grad from 2010 U.S. world junior class http://t.co/kDlJTQ7Y

In divided Northern Ireland, a newfound passion for hockey

thestar.com — Kyle Gordon is captain of the Belfast Titans, a team of police officers, firefighters and prison staff who are learning to play hockey. The Northern Ireland city will host the 2013 World Police and Fire Games and hockey is one of the event's sports.
Mark Little Founder, Storyful @marklittlenews
Great piece RT @rwesthead: In divided Northern Ireland, a newfound passion for hockey. My take in @TorontoStar http://t.co/4b2xXdAr
Dean Nelson South Asia Editor, Telegraph @DelhiDean
RT @rwesthead: In divided Northern Ireland, a newfound passion for hockey. My take in @TorontoStar http://t.co/mgF9HtEH
Rick Westhead South Asia Bureau Chief, Toronto Star @rwesthead
In divided Northern Ireland, a newfound passion for hockey. My take in @TorontoStar http://t.co/mgF9HtEH

Yemen suicide bomb massacre ‘beginning of Jihad,’ says Al Qaeda

thestar.com — A still image taken from video shows army personnel helping injured soldiers at the scene of a suicide attack in Sanaa May 21, 2012. A uniformed man blew himself up in the midst of a military parade rehearsal attended by senior officials in the Yemeni capital Sanaa on Monday, killing dozens.
Blake Hounshell Managing Editor, Foreign Policy Magazine @blakehounshell
Video: http://t.co/6XdtpIkQ RT @IbnSiqilli: San'a suicide bomber was a member of Yemen's Central Security force (AP): http://t.co/bGRgDM5T

Toronto woman dies on Mount Everest descent

thestar.com — Toronto resident Shriya Shah-Klorfine, 33, a candidate in the last provincial election for the riding of Mississauga East-Cooksville, died during her descent from Mount Everest. myeverestexpedition.com As the tour helicopter circled Mount Everest, the 9-year-old turned to her father and asked an innocent question, putting her on a path that would ultimately lead to her death: "If people climb it, why are we looking at it from up here?"
Deepak Adhikari Nepal Correspondent, AFP @deepakadk
#Nepal born Shriya Shah fulfilled her childhood dream but lost her life on #Everest. RIP http://t.co/VGndOD1Z

Fiorito: Toronto’s gay history honoured by painter

thestar.com — Artist George MacIntyre, with three of a series of 12 paintings of places important to the history of Toronto's gay community, on display at The 519, on Church St. George has been living with AIDS since 1982. RICK MADONIK/TORONTO STAR George MacIntyre wore a black jacket, his brightest tie, his handsome top hat.
Barbara Turnbull Life Reporter, Toronto Star @barbturnbull
Wonderful Joe Fiorito column: Toronto’s gay history honoured by painter: http://t.co/dD26i4QG via @TorontoStar

Student group urges Quebecers to disobey new law

Antonia Zerbisias Social Justice and Cultural Trends Columnist, Toronto Star @AntoniaZ
Student group urges Quebecers to disobey new law - @TorontoStar http://t.co/r8kYfDHB #poliqc #ggi #loi78 #maplespring

Pearson’s cable-propelled transit LINK is TTC rider’s dream

thestar.com — The platform is light and airy with a wide open view of blue sky through the tall windows. The train glides almost soundlessly into the terminal. The platform screen doors automatically retract to admit passengers onto the six sunny, clean cars that each comfortably accommodate about 25 people.
David Rider Urban Affairs Bureau Chief, Toronto Star @dmrider
RT @TessKalinowski: TheStar Pearson’s cable-propelled transit LINK is TTC rider’s dream: http://t.co/xPEOwWCL via @TorontoStar

Argos Admirals about to blaze online trail in CFL

thestar.com — The Argos Admirals logo. The Argonauts are looking for a dozen passionate fans to tweet and blog about their team in a social media initiative modelled after one launched more than year ago by the NHL's New Jersey Devils.
Kevin McGran Sports Reporter, Toronto Star @kevin_mcgran
TheStar Argos Admirals about to blaze online trail in CFL: http://t.co/Pghon101 via @TorontoStar

Argos Admirals about to blaze online trail in CFL

thestar.com — The Argos Admirals logo. The Argonauts are looking for a dozen passionate fans to tweet and blog about their team in a social media initiative modelled after one launched more than year ago by the NHL's New Jersey Devils.
Shauna Rempel Editor, Toronto Star @ShaunaRempel
#Argos Admirals about to blaze #socialmedia trail in #CFL: http://t.co/5gNybzB4 via @TorontoStar

Man rescued after falling into water below Niagara Falls

thestar.com — A man was rescued Monday morning after falling into the thundering waters below Niagara Falls. A spokesperson from the Niagara Falls fire department said they are "still involved in the rescue" but that the man was pulled out of the water. The rescue comes three weeks before Nik Wallenda's highly-anticipated tightrope walk over the monumental gorge.
Shauna Rempel Editor, Toronto Star @ShaunaRempel
No word yet if a barrel was involved: Man rescued after falling into water below Niagara Falls: http://t.co/uJjr967N via @TorontoStar

Tim Harper: Tom Mulcair will not move, but Conservatives define oilsands debate

thestar.com — Opposition Leader Tom Mulcair has been branded as impetuous, but he has been consistent over the long haul with his views on the oilsands, and the perils of resource extraction without sustainable long-term environmental policies in all regions of the country.
Colette Derworiz Assistant City Editor, Calgary Herald @cderworiz
Column by @nutgraf1 (Tim Harper) Mulcair will not move, but Conservatives define oilsands debate http://t.co/GoeLgIh9 (via @TorontoStar)