April 4th, 2026
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Appeals court confirms prison sentences for 3 ex-Grenoble rugby players for rape

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

ANGOULEME, France (AP) — Three former Grenoble rugby players serving time for the rape of a 20-year-old student in 2017 have lost an appeal against their convictions and prison sentences. An appeals court in France on Saturday re-imposed the original sentences of prison terms up to 14 years. Irishman Denis Coulson and Frenchman Loïck Jammes ... Read More »

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Canadian Paul Alexander Nolan sinks teeth into Broadway’s ‘The Lost Boys’ musical

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

Paul Alexander Nolan is sinking his teeth into his newest role as “The Lost Boys: A New Musical” hits Broadway. The production is generating buzz from audiences and praise from the original 1987 bloodsucker himself, Kiefer Sutherland. “Doesn’t Kiefer still look fantastic? You know, maybe he is a vampire,” Nolan quipped. Posting a video message ... Read More »

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One dead and dozens injured at Peru soccer stadium during fan rally

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

LIMA, Peru (AP) — At least one person died and 60 others were injured in what seemed to be a crush of fans at a popular soccer team’s stadium in the Peruvian capital on Friday night, authorities reported. Police said officers rescued people trapped as a result of the influx of Alianza Lima fans in ... Read More »

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Marlins catcher Liam Hicks is struggling to throw out would-be base stealers

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

NEW YORK (AP) — Allowing the New York Yankees to steal five bases Friday extended a troubling trend for Miami Marlins catcher Liam Hicks. He has yet to catch a runner in the first nine attempts against him this season after going just 6 for 57 in his rookie year. At 6 for 66 in ... Read More »

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Why the Iran war has renewed calls for a sovereign medical supply chain

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

OTTAWA — The fallout from the war in the Middle East has led to cuts in helium supplies for health services in at least one province — and experts are warning that Canada still hasn’t done enough to secure sovereignty over critical medical supply chains. Saskatchewan’s health authority says it has been warned by its ... Read More »

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Could Trump follow through on his threats to quit NATO? Experts say it’s possible

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

OTTAWA — President Donald Trump’s comments to a British newspaper this week revived speculation about whether he is ready to pull the U.S. out of the NATO defensive pact, of which Canada is a member. Venting his frustration over what he claimed is the failure of allies to help America in its war against Iran, ... Read More »

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Abstreiter’s patience pays off in brilliant shutout performance for Victoire

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

OTTAWA — Sandra Abstreiter bet on herself two years ago and Friday night she was rewarded with her first shutout in the Professional Women’s Hockey League. Abstreiter, named the game’s first star, made 39 saves in a 3-0 win over the Ottawa Charge that allowed her Montreal Victoire to move into first place. The road ... Read More »

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Edmonton Oilers getting solid defensive contributions during winning streak

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers didn’t make any flashy moves at the NHL trading deadline, but general manager Stan Bowman did obtain some impactful defensive-minded players who have contributed significantly to the team’s five-game winning streak. Bowman and coach Kris Knoblauch knew the team has plenty of offensive firepower, led by Connor McDavid and Leon ... Read More »

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Canadian Space Agency’s first space to Earth video call with Colonel Jeremy Hansen

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

LONGUEUIL — Canadian Astronaut Jeremy Hansen connected with Earth from deep space today in a historic first for the Canadian Space Agency, as part of a live question-and-answer session during the Artemis II mission. The virtual event featured Hansen speaking live from aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft, approximately three days into the 10-day lunar flyby mission. ... Read More »

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Ye attempts a comeback with sold-out LA-area concert, support from Lauryn Hill

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The artist formerly and possibly again known as Kanye West reveled in support from one of his musical idols, Lauryn Hill, as he staged a sold-out Southern California concert meant to mark a comeback from years of controversy. Eleven months after releasing a song titled “Heil Hitler” and just over two ... Read More »

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Mets slugger Juan Soto leaves game against Giants with right calf tightness; MRI set for Saturday

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — New York Mets slugger Juan Soto left Friday night’s game against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning with right calf tightness and is scheduled for an MRI on Saturday. “There’s obviously concern,” manager Carlos Mendoza said after his team’s 10-3 victory. “The calf area could be tricky. We’ve just ... Read More »

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