Iraq parliament passes new vote law
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Iraq's fractious parliament on Monday approved an amended version of a law needed to hold a general election next year, but sidestepped a veto by Sunni Arab Vice-President Tareq al-Hashemi, lawmakers said. Full Article
China families protest mine disaster, toll hits 104
HEGANG, China (Reuters) - Relatives of victims of a gas blast at a northeast Chinese coal mine scuffled with police and demanded answers from the owners on Monday as state media put the toll from the latest in a series of mine disasters at 104. Full Article
TSX hits highest level since Oct 2008 on oil, gold
TORONTO (Reuters) - Toronto's main stock index rose to its highest level in nearly 14 months on Monday as firm oil prices powered Suncor Energy and its peers, while lofty gold prices also helped generate interest in miners. Full Article
Tories, Liberals slip as NDP surges: poll
TORONTO (Reuters) - Canada's ruling Conservatives and the main opposition Liberals both lost ground in a poll published on Friday as the left-leaning New Democrats enjoyed a surprising surge in public support. Full Article
