January 22nd, 2026
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Chinese ambassador urges Canada to move quickly to implement deals signed in Beijing

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

OTTAWA — China’s ambassador to Canada is urging the government to make progress quickly on areas of collaboration both countries agreed to during Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to Beijing last week. “As long as both China and Canada have adequate sincerity, both sides will be able to translate the important outcomes into reality,” Chinese ... Read More »

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Chinese envoy says PM’s claim that Beijing agreed to visa-free entry not yet official

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

OTTAWA — China’s ambassador in Ottawa says Prime Minister Mark Carney’s claim that Beijing is about to lift its visa requirement for Canadians is not yet official, suggesting the move is still under consideration. “I did notice that Prime Minister Carney made it public that the Chinese side told him that China is actively considering ... Read More »

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LISTEN: Broncos star Nik Bonitto says the team has full confidence in backup QB Jarrett Stidham

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

Broncos edge rusher Nik Bonitto discusses the upcoming AFC championship game against New England, the team’s emotions after losing starting quarterback Bo Nix, the confidence he has in backup QB Jarrett Stidham and being named a finalist for the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year award. Various NFL Players: Hey, this is Russell Wilson. ... Read More »

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The Seahawks and Rams meet for the third time, this time with a spot in the Super Bowl on the line

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — To some extent, Seahawks defensive lineman Leonard Williams was anticipating that the NFC championship game would shake out this way, with Seattle facing the division-rival Los Angeles Rams for a third time this season. Williams, a key contributor on the league’s top-ranked scoring defense, has seen firsthand how talented the Rams’ ... Read More »

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Carney says Canadian values key to sovereignty, pushes back on Trump’s remarks

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

QUÉBEC — Staying true to Canada’s core values will be key to upholding its sovereignty, Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a speech Thursday which also pushed back against recent comments by U.S. President Donald Trump. Surrounded by ministers and secretaries of state, Carney delivered the speech in Quebec City at a historically significant spot ... Read More »

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From ESPN to Netflix: Elle Duncan’s next big adventure starts with ‘Taipei 101’

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

Most people can relate to Elle Duncan’s decision to join Netflix. After nearly 10 years at ESPN, Duncan was looking for a new challenge that would show off her versatility as a broadcaster while also trying to find more of a work-life balance. Duncan believes that will happen by joining the streaming giant. She makes ... Read More »

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Kings’ Darcy Kuemper returns from injury scare well ahead of Winter Olympic run with Team Canada

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper, one of three netminders on Canada’s upcoming Olympic hockey roster, has been cleared to return after suffering a neck injury against the New York Rangers on Tuesday. Kuemper said after returning to practice Thursday that he lost feeling in his arm when Rangers forward ... Read More »

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Blake Lively and Taylor Swift’s texts exposed in lawsuit against Justin Baldoni

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

A trove of text messages and emails sent by Blake Lively, including exchanges with her longtime friend Taylor Swift, have been made public by actor-director Justin Baldoni ‘s lawyers as they prepare for trial. Lively sued Baldoni and his hired crisis communications expert alleging harassment and a coordinated campaign to attack her reputation after she ... Read More »

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DiCaprio to AP on Oscar nomination: ‘It’s about trying to be in films that are memorable’

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

Leonardo DiCaprio picked up his sixth lead actor Oscar nomination Thursday morning for carrying the American masterpiece “One Battle After Another” as the overwhelmed single dad and flustered revolutionary Bob Ferguson. Ten years after he won best actor for “The Revenant,” it’s a statistic that puts him in a rarefied group that includes Daniel Day-Lewis. ... Read More »

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Sancho scores as Aston Villa seals Europa League last-16 spot with 1-0 win over Fenerbahce

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

Jadon Sancho scored his first goal for Aston Villa to lift his new club past Fenerbahce 1-0 and into the Europa League round of 16 on Thursday with a game to spare. Lyon also clinched a last-16 spot with a 1-0 victory over Young Boys in Bern, and Freiburg joined them by beating Maccabi Tel ... Read More »

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New Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan details vision for building winning culture in Miami

By Canadian Press on January 22nd, 2026

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Dolphins had months to mull their options for a new general manager after firing longtime GM Chris Grier in October. Once that process began in earnest following the end of the regular season, owner Stephen Ross quickly became convinced that Jon-Eric Sullivan was the right choice. Ten minutes ... Read More »

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