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How trustworthy is your tap water?

Not all tap water is created equal. Here are the best and worst palces for a tall glass of H2O.

We're No. 2! How the world views Canada's influence
Canada ranked second in a new BBC poll measuring how people view 25 countries around the world.
'I do not use crack cocaine,' Mayor Rob Ford says
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford broke his silence Friday to say he does not use crack cocaine, a week after published reports alleged he was seen smoking from a glass pipe in a cellphone video.
Hockey Canada could ban bodychecking for peewee players
Pre-teen hockey players across Canada could soon be banned from bodychecking. Delegates at Hockey Canada's annual general meeting in Charlottetown are expected to vote this weekend on whether to eliminate the practice for peewee players - mostly 11- to 12-year-olds - as has been done in Alberta, Nova Scotiaand Quebec.

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Demi Lovato and Ne-Yo take our quiz!
Wondering how to do summer like a celeb? Demi Lovato and Ne-Yo answer Danielle McGimsies questions about their fave summer food, music and style.
Bridesmaid tips to defuse any Bridezilla
You love your friend, but her drill-sergeant demands? No thanks. Aimee Keane shows you how to be the best Maid of Honour, anyway.
Don't wait - plant these perennials now!
Now is the time to get in your garden and plant Owen Reeves' fave perennials so everything is blooming for the summer.