Afghan prisoner transfers halted more than once: top generalComments from Walter Natynczyk, Canada's chief of defence staff, come as Afghan agency reports nearly 400 cases of torture

Researchers discover hundreds of unknown marine speciesAmbitious census of ocean life uncovers huge 'Dumbo'-eared octopus and deep-sea creatures that feast on toxic gases

Toronto transit halts sales of tokens to stop hoardingCity to spend $50,000 to print tickets to replace dwindling supply of tokens after riders rushed to stock up before 25-cent increase

U.S. Senate Democrats at odds over health careSome moderate legislators threaten to vote down historic bill as floor debate set to begin