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Canadian Oil Sands income on the way up, but warns of drop in cash levels

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) increased its 2012 cash flow guidance by 20% after reporting third-quarter net income climbed to $338-million as lower operating expenditures offset a decline in revenues.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 30, 2012 | 2:07 pm

TransCanada’s profit in the third quarter down 4%

TransCanada Corp. (TSX, NYSE:TRP), Canada's largest pipeline company, said Tuesday third-quarter profit dropped 4% compared to the same period last year, missing estimates.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 30, 2012 | 1:47 pm

New oil, gas and mineral discoveries boost African economies growth — World Bank

Despite setbacks in the global economy, sub-Saharan Africa is expected to grow at 4.8% in this year, broadly unchanged from the 4.9% growth rate registered in 2011 and largely on track, according to the World Bank’s latest report.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 30, 2012 | 10:33 am

INFOGRAPHIC: The history of silver

The story of this legendary precious metal begins with its use by ancient civilizations.

Joshua Zapf | October 30, 2012 | 10:04 am

Oldest nuclear plant in US on alert as Hurricane Sandy lifts water levels

The Oyster Creek nuclear plant in New Jersey was placed on alert on Monday night as Hurricane Sandy sent water rising 6 feet above sea level.

Marc Howe | October 30, 2012 | 4:56 am

Mounties turn to ‘diamond cop’ to deal with smuggling of gemstones and drug dealers’ treasures troves

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have appointed a special "diamond cop" to combat the smuggling of gemstones and precious metals as the illegal trade flourishes on the back of demand from drug dealers.

Marc Howe | October 30, 2012 | 2:41 am