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Paul Coffey returns to the Oilers’ coaching staff
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Paul Coffey is returning to the Edmonton Oilers’ coaching staff after a previous two-year stint leading the club’s defensive unit. The former Oilers defenseman and Hall of Famer had returned to his role as a special adviser to ownership and hockey operations in July. From the time of his first hire ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tumbler Ridge victim’s mom says truck robbed, wounded daughter’s paddle board stolen
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
VANCOUVER — The mother of 12-year-old Maya Gebala, who has been holding vigil at her bedside since she was gravely wounded in last week’s school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., says her daughter’s paddle board has been stolen from her vehicle. Cia Edmonds, who has been with Maya in BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, says ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U2’s new music honors Renee Good and draws inspiration from world events
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good, the Minnesota mom fatally shot by a federal agent during this winter’s massive immigration crackdown. The Irish rock band released the six-song EP “U2 – Days of Ash” on Wednesday. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!United States advances to Olympic men’s hockey semifinals with 2-1 overtime victory over Sweden
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
MILAN (AP) — United States advances to Olympic men’s hockey semifinals with 2-1 overtime victory over Sweden. The Associated Press... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AC Milan falls seven points behind leader Inter in title race after 1-1 home draw with Como
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
MILAN (AP) — AC Milan fell seven points behind Inter Milan in the Italian title race after drawing 1-1 at home to Como on Wednesday. Argentina midfielder Nico Paz put the visitors ahead in the 32nd minute following a clumsy error from Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan. The France No. 1 tried passing the ball from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Embiid is hurt again for the 76ers and will miss game vs. Atlanta due to a sore right shin
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid reported soreness in his right shin over the All-Star break and will miss the Philadelphia 76ers’ game against Atlanta on Thursday night. The Sixers said Embiid experienced the soreness while participating in a right knee injury management program over the break. Following a consultation with doctors, Embiid has received daily ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Northern Illinois coach Thomas Hammock resigns to take job in NFL
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
DEKALB, Ill. (AP) — Northern Illinois coach Thomas Hammock has resigned to take a job in the NFL, the school announced Wednesday. Hammock coached the Huskies for seven seasons and led them to the 2021 Mid-American Conference championship and the program’s first win over a top-10 opponent when they beat Notre Dame in 2024. “Representing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Washington Huskies move on from Jimmie Dougherty after 1 season as offensive coordinator
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
SEATTLE (AP) — The Washington Huskies have parted ways with offensive coordinator Jimmie Dougherty. Washington has not yet filled Dougherty’s role. No offensive coordinator has been listed on the university’s website for the 2026 season. Dougherty, who last season added the offensive coordinator title after serving as the Huskies’ passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Iowa apologizes for security breach that allowed fan to approach Hoiberg during postgame handshake
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
The Iowa athletic department apologized Wednesday for a security breach that allowed an individual to interfere in the coaches’ and players’ handshake line and approach Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg after the Hawkeyes’ win over the ninth-ranked Cornhuskers. Videos posted online show the individual coming out of the stands as fans rush the court. The person ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Arsenal blows two-goal lead at Wolves to boost Man City’s Premier League title chances
By Canadian Press on February 18th, 2026
WOLVERHAMPTON, England (AP) — Arsenal blew a two-goal lead at last-place Wolves on Wednesday to give a huge boost to Manchester City in the race for the Premier League title. The league leader was held to a surprise 2-2 draw at Molineux, having led 2-0 in the second half. Tom Edozie’s goal in the fourth ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Carney’s closed-door fundraisers a ‘step back’ for ethics in politics: 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 being criticized by experts in political ethics, with one calling the move a “step back.” Carney is attending a Liberal fundraiser at a private residence in Vancouver Wednesday night and tickets cost $1,775. The event is not open ... Read More »
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