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B.C. sets up condolence books to honour Tumbler Ridge victims and support community
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
VICTORIA — An online condolence book has been set up to honour the victims of last week’s shootings in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., where eight victims were shot dead. The British Columbia government says the book is for people to share messages of “condolence, support and unity” with the community after the “devastating tragedy.” A physical ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!8 backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
NEVADA CITY, Calif. (AP) — Crews found the bodies of eight backcountry skiers near California’s Lake Tahoe and were searching for one more after they were caught in an avalanche, the nation’s deadliest in nearly half a century, authorities said Wednesday. Authorities said the skiers had little time to react. “Someone saw the avalanche, yelled ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veteran receivers Daniels, Rhymes among players still on CFL’s open market
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
There’s still quality available more than a week after the start of CFL free agency. Over 250 players hit the open market Feb. 10. Many signed extensions with their current teams, others moved on while some simply retired. However, good players remain, including proven American receivers DaVaris Daniels and Dominique Rhymes. Daniels, 33, has spent ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seahawks sale process begins less than 2 weeks after winning Super Bowl, Paul Allen’s estate says
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are going up for sale in accordance with the wishes of late team owner Paul Allen. Allen’s estate announced Wednesday that it has begun the process of selling the team, which is coming off its second Super Bowl victory in franchise history. The NFL did not immediately respond to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ronaldo absent as Al Nassr reaches AFC Champions League Two quarterfinals
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo was absent as Al Nassr advanced to the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Two on Wednesday with a 1-0 win over Arkadag FC of Turkmenistan that secured a 2-0 aggregate victory. The 41-year-old Ronaldo, who returned last Saturday after missing three straight games amid reports of discontent with the club’s management, watched ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Carney’s closed-door fundraisers a ‘step back’ for ethics: expert
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
OTTAWA — The Liberal party’s decision to hold closed-door fundraisers under Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership is a “step back,” says an expert in political ethics. Carney is attending a Liberal fundraiser at a private residence in Vancouver tonight and tickets cost $1,775. The decision to block media from Carney’s fundraisers marks a shift from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CP NewsAlert: Canada’s Dubois wins short-track gold at Milan Cortina Games
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
MILAN — Canadian short-track speedskater Steven Dubois has won gold in the men’s 500 metres at the Milan Cortina Olympics. It is Canada’s 14th medal of the Games. More to come. The Canadian Press... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Frustrated college basketball coaches aren’t holding back on publicly criticizing their teams
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
The frustration was obvious for Vic Schaefer after the No. 4 Texas women lost by double figures at No. 5 Vanderbilt. “We’ve got no heart,” the Longhorns coach said in a blunt analysis. He hasn’t been alone, on the men’s or women’s side, when it comes to coaches angrily calling out their teams in the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer, billed as the first major museum show to feature McCartney and Wings. “Paul McCartney and Wings” — made up of items ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer, billed as the first major museum show to feature McCartney and Wings. “Paul McCartney and Wings” — made up of items ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer, billed as the first major museum show to feature McCartney and Wings. “Paul McCartney and Wings” — made up of items ... Read More »
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