Attorneys for Clemens to launch own steroid probe


Attorneys for embattled pitcher Roger Clemens say they are launching their own investigation into allegations their client used steroids and human growth hormone during his career.

Poverty in toronto
A report released Nov. 26, suggests the number of families living in poverty in toronto is increasing, sharply. The United Way of Greater toronto says 30 per cent of toronto families, amounting to about 93,000 households, are living in poverty. A similar study in 1990 showed about 16 per cent of families in the same situation. What do you think should be done to improve living conditions for the poor in toronto? Should government do more? Do churches and social agencies do enough? What’s your view?

Tavares scores twice in Canada’s opening win
John Tavares scored twice in his world junior championship debut and goaltender Jonathan Bernier earned the shutout as Canada opened the tournament Wednesday with a 3-0 win over host Czech Republic.

Canadians flock to Boxing Day bargains
Millions of Canadians took part in the Boxing Day bonanza on Wednesday, although shopping malls may have been less crammed with bargain hunters this year.