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Distraught dad allegedly vowed to ignite laptop bomb in court to win family law dispute
An enraged man allegedly threatened to explode a laptop bomb inside a courtroom and take the whole court hostage in order to regain custody of his young daughter, the Toronto Sun has learned.

Controversial judge suspended nine months after being cleared
A controversial but celebrated judge is under suspension, nine months after being cleared of misconduct allegations for advocating on behalf of a black Canadian organization he founded. MANDEL: Controversial judge wrongly accused OPP officer of 'non-conscious racism' Nine-year prison term fit for preying on toddlers: Court McLeod was en route to New York City Wednesday evening where he’ll receive a ‘Most Influential People of African Descent’ lifetime achievement award on Friday. Although McLeod’s actions were “incompatible with judicial office,” they did not undermine “the public’s confidence in his ability” to act as a judge, the ruling concluded.

OPPA execs, lawyer and businessman bought travel firm, used association funds to pay: Crown
A Toronto lawyer and three top officials with the Ontario Provincial Police Association ( OPPA ) concealed their purchase of a travel agency and steered members’ business to their agency, a Crown attorney alleged Tuesday.

Doc who showed nude selfies to patients loses licence for 14 months
A highly regarded Georgetown doctor who sexually abused 11 female patients by showing them his nude selfies has lost his licence for 14 months, a College of Physicians and Surgeons disciplinary committee ruled.
