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Cricket on the road: archrivals meet for a rare series - in Canada

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Toronto, Ontario, is playing host to the Sahara Cup, a five-match series between India and Pakistan. The series is being held in Canada because political tensions make it too risky to be played in the Asian subcontinent. The games are televised and broadcast to an estimated 2 billion people.

India, Pakistan, Competitions, College sports, Toronto, Ontario, Cricket, Cricket (Sport)

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A plastic revolution: Canadian shoppers put the 'smart card' on trial

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Canadian banks have begun testing a new form of cash card in Guelph and kingston, Ontario. The new cards resemble debit cards, but do not require the use of a personal identification number. They can transfer funds from a bank account directly to a retailer's account.

Banking industry, Innovations, Product introduction, Electronic funds transfer systems, Smart cards, Debit cards

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The end of the road; after 10 years, The Journal dies

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Canadian Broadcasting Corp's 'The Journal' is ending its 10-year tenure and may be replaced by another current-events program. Vice-president Tim Kotcheff says it was time for change, but insiders think a power struggle over editorial policy was involved.

Analysis, Management, Television programs, Canadian Broadcasting Corp.

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