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World says final goodbyes as Queen Elizabeth laid to rest after state funeral

World says final goodbyes as Queen Elizabeth laid to rest after state funeral

LONDON — The queen who ruled the United Kingdom and served as Canada's head of state for seven decades was carried to her final resting place on Monday after a grand state funeral attended by world leaders and watched by everyday people across the gl
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Russia claims Ottawa embassy was attacked, summons Canada's ambassador in Moscow

Russia claims Ottawa embassy was attacked, summons Canada's ambassador in Moscow

OTTAWA — Russia’s foreign ministry summoned Canada’s ambassador on Monday, as the RCMP investigate an alleged attack on its embassy.
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Canadians pay homage to Queen Elizabeth with ceremonies across the country

Canadians pay homage to Queen Elizabeth with ceremonies across the country

OTTAWA — Canadians gathered in multiple cities to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II Monday, in local services and events following her state funeral in London earlier in the day.
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Video shows Trudeau singing Queen anthem 'Bohemian Rhapsody' ahead of queen's funeral

Video shows Trudeau singing Queen anthem 'Bohemian Rhapsody' ahead of queen's funeral

OTTAWA — A video circulating on social media appears to show Prime Minister Justin Trudeau singing "Bohemian Rhapsody" in London, where he was to attend the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth.
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The latest updates on the queen's London funeral and related events in Canada

The latest updates on the queen's London funeral and related events in Canada

OTTAWA — Here are the latest developments on the state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II in London, as well as related events and developments across Canada. All times eastern unless specified otherwise: 4:30 p.m.
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Trudeau faces mounting pressure to meet UN Global Fund request

Trudeau faces mounting pressure to meet UN Global Fund request

OTTAWA — AIDS activists are pressuring the Trudeau government to renew its support for fighting infectious diseases abroad after an embarrassing Montreal conference that left the sector worried Canada will fall short.
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In homes and gatherings, Canadians watch London funeral for Queen Elizabeth

In homes and gatherings, Canadians watch London funeral for Queen Elizabeth

Canadians rose early on Monday to watch Queen Elizabeth's state funeral service in groups or at home, saying they felt a sense of history occurring before their eyes. Canada's longest-serving head of state died on Sept.
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Prime Minister, Governor General lead delegation of Canadian politicians, dignitaries

Prime Minister, Governor General lead delegation of Canadian politicians, dignitaries

A significant Canadian delegation is attending today's state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II in London, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Governor General Mary Simon and several former prime ministers and governors general.
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Canada and the world say goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II : In The News for Sept. 19

Canada and the world say goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II : In The News for Sept. 19

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Sept. 19 ... What we are watching in Canada ...
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'A red herring:' Experts warn ending birth alerts not the only solution

'A red herring:' Experts warn ending birth alerts not the only solution

The number of newborns taken into care dropped dramatically as birth alerts ended across Canada, but child welfare experts warn ceasing the practice cannot be the only step governments take to keep families together.
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