News roundup — January 13, 2014

By Mallory Hendry
Jan 13, 2014 / Share
Canada

New safety standards to be introduced 'fairly soon' says Canadian transport minister, Reuters

Notorious business man with ties to Conservatives wants guilty plea withdrawn, The National Post

1966 indecent assault charges against Manitoba mayor dropped by Crown, The Globe and Mail


United States

Data breach prompts Target to make 'significant changes' as criminal investigation continues, Reuters

Top U.S. court agrees to hear Limelight patent case, Reuters


International

Shares rally as leverage rules eased for European banks, Reuters

Global bank capital rules in response to 2007-09 financial crisis near completion, Reuters