In National News: Abduction accused leads police on search for girl's body (National Post)In our opinion: Terri-Lynne McClintic is helping police locate Tori Stafford's body. We hope, for the family's sake, that there will be closure soon. Girl, 5, survives shooting in north Toronto (Globe and Mail) Rwandan war crimes verdict expected Friday in landmark case (CBC) In World News Obama defends plan to close Gitmo (CNN)In our opinion: While we can't help but think that closing Guantanamo Bay is a good idea, it's important that the  detainees are treated according to international law when that happens. Afghanistan surge... More »

In National News: Man faces murder charge in Stafford abduction (National Post) In our opinion: Tragedy. The worst outcome. I find myself with tears streaming down my face as I read this story. Our hearts go out to Tori's family. GM Canada plans to cut 40% of its dealer network (CBC) Doctors warn Chalk River shut-down will delay treatment (Globe and Mail) In World News Irish abused 'cheated of justice' (BBC) In our opinion: Any institution that permits the systemic abuse of children must be held to account for its action - or inaction. Car bomb blast kills 41... More »

In National News: GM, CAW negotiations face midnight deadline (CBC)In our opinion: This is the human side of the economic downturn. Our hearts go out to the folks in Canada's automobile sector. Relationship with Schreiber 'peripheral': Mulroney (Globe and Mail) Tim Hortons accuses B.C. teen of roll up the rim fraud (National Post) In World News Sri Lankan president says civil war in 'final phase' (CNN)In our opinion: This is a terrible, terrible tragedy. There's never a right side in a civil war. Just wrongs. Thousands flee Pakistan fighting (BBC) U.S. journalist leaves Iran after 4-month ordeal (msnbc) In... More »

In National News: Deficit could grow in fight against recession: Harper (CBC)In our opinion: The irony is there, if you want to see it. Most Canadians, apparently, don't. Oh wait: make that most Canadian voters don't. There is a big difference between the two. Apologetic Mulroney regrets poor record-keeping (Globe and Mail) Taser did more to kill Dziekanski than restraint: expert (National Post) In World News Fears of Sri Lanka 'catastrophe' (BBC)In our opinion: This is a humanitarian tragedy unfolding before our very eyes. Abuse photos put U.S. in 'double catch-22' (CNN) Netanyahu asks pope to condemn Iran rhetoric... More »

In National News: Soldier's death at Kandahar base cloaked in mystery (CBC)In our opinion: A tragic mystery that seems to likely to remain unsolved. The military's not talking...even her family still doesn't know the means of her death. We hope that the true story will eventually come out and her family will find closure. Kept Schreiber deal secret to guard reputation, Mulroney says (The Globe and Mail) Dhalla denies hiring or mistreating caregivers (National Post) In World News Soldier charged in rampage used escort's weapon, official says (CNN)In our opinion: It's a tragic demonstration of the horrible repercussions of... More »

In National News:Canada could be short 60,000 nurses in 15 years: studyIn our opinion: If you've ever been involved in our healthcare system, you know that nurses are the driving force behind it. Here's hoping more caring and talented young people turn their talents to this much-needed profession. Ottawa mayor offered opponent money, federal job, court hears Premier tells protesters not to block roads In World News:Shuttle blasts off for final Hubble fixIn our opinion: One of the marvels of our age, the Hubble space telescope gets its final tune-up. If you haven't already done so, you should check out... More »

In National News: Harper touts development in surprise visit to Afghanistan (National Post) In our opinion: Harper is trying to convince Canadian troops and civilians alike that the mission in Afghanistan is more about aid and reconstruction than combat. Well, time will tell. Reports suggest elderly Alberta woman with swine flu has died (CBC) Ontario student wins NASA's space-colony competition (Globe and Mail) In World News Brazil flood victims face hunger and alligators (msnbc) In our opinion: Alligators? And anacondas and other snakes. Because dealing with a flood in a desperately poor region wasn't bad enough. Official: Preliminary report... More »

In National News: TSX over 10,000, back where it was 6 months ago (CBC)In our opinion: Although the TSX is not the be-all, end-all, it's comforting to see some signs of economic recovery. Canadian, Mexican flu strains match (Globe and Mail) Russia expels Canadian diplomats (National Post) In World News Obama hails unity over al-Qaeda (BBC)In our opinion: Unity between the governments of Afghanistan and Pakistan and the US should hopefully lead to better chances for peace in this war-torn region. Taliban fighters pounded by Pakistani forces (CNN) Clinton: U.S. 'deeply' regrets Afghan deaths (msnbc) In Entertainment News Jon... More »

In National News: Nova Scotia's swine flu total hits 48 (CBC)In our opinion: Lots of reported cases, but so far no deaths in Canada. Remember: wash your hands!New video released in Ont. missing girl case (National Post)Alberta girl recovering from swine flu symptoms (Globe and mail) In World News UN rebukes Israel over Gaza raids (BBC)In our opinion: No matter what your opinion on this conflict, I'm sure everyone joins me in wishing for peace.Texas officials report second U.S. swine flu death (CNN)US's first face transplant patient goes public (msnbc) In Entertainment News Comic legend Dom DeLuise dies at 75... More »

In National News: Alberta child hospitalized with severe case of swine flu (National Post)In our opinion: In Canada's first severe case of H1N1 flu, there is no known link to Mexico. Our thoughts are with the family of this seriously ill child. We hope for a speedy and full recovery. Police seek driver and vehicle in case of missing Woodstock girl (CBC) Harper dismisses Liberal call for EI changes (Globe and Mail) In World News Swine flu no worse than regular flu, Napolitano says (CNN)In our opinion: Amidst much fear-mongering, the voice of reason issues forth from an unlikely... More »