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Olivia Dean wins Grammy award for best new artist

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

Olivia Dean clinched the Grammy for best new artist Sunday in a milestone moment for the British pop singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and timeless sound. Dean, who is part of a growing class of young U.K.-born vocalists, made waves last year with her romantic sophomore album “The Art of Loving,” with tracks including ... Read More »

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The Latest: Olivia Dean wins best new artist Grammy

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

The 68th annual Grammy Awards have begun airing live from Los Angeles on CBS and Paramount+. Kendrick Lamar’s dominance continues at the Grammys, where he leads the nominations with nine this year. He’s followed closely by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Canadian record producer/songwriter Cirkut, who boast seven nominations each. Comedian Trevor Noah returns to ... Read More »

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Olivia Dean wins best new artist at the 2026 Grammys, Kendrick Lamar becomes most awarded rapper

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Olivia Dean took home the trophy for best new artist at the 68th annual Grammy Awards Sunday. “I never really imagined that I would be up here,” she said, receiving her first Grammy while wiping away tears. “I’m up here as a granddaughter of an immigrant. I wouldn’t be here … ... Read More »

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Rookie Will Riley scores season-high 18 as Wizards hand Kings their 9th straight loss, 116-112

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rookie Will Riley scored a season-high 18 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 2:07 left, and the Washington Wizards beat the Sacramento Kings 116-112 on Sunday night in a matchup of last-place teams. AJ Johnson added 17 points and Bilal Coulibaly and Marvin Bagley III each scored 15 for the Wizards, who ... Read More »

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RJ Barrett scores 21 points in the Raptors’ 107-100 victory over the Jazz

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

TORONTO (AP) — RJ Barrett scored 21 points, Sandro Mamukelashvili added 20 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Utah Jazz 107-100 on Sunday night to open a five-game homestand. Brandon Ingram added 19 points to help Toronto end a two-game losing streak. Immanuel Quickley had 17 points. Lauri Markkanen had 27 points and 11 rebounds ... Read More »

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Cearah Parchment, Berry Wallace help Illinois women knock off No. 25 Washington 75-66

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

SEATTLE (AP) — Cearah Parchment finished with 23 points and 10 rebounds, Berry Wallace scored 22, and Illinois upset No. 25 Washington 75-66 on Sunday, ending the Huskies’ five-game winning streak. Parchment made 8 of 16 shots with three 3-pointers and all four of her free throws for the Fighting Illini (16-6, 6-5 Big Ten ... Read More »

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Barrett helps Raptors snap two-game skid with 107-100 win over Jazz

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

TORONTO — R.J. Barrett scored a team-high 21 points and Sandro Mamukelashvili came off the bench to add 20 to help the Toronto Raptors to a 107-100 win against the struggling Utah Jazz on Sunday. Scottie Barnes celebrated being named to his second NBA All-Star Game with 14 points and nine rebounds as the Raptors ... Read More »

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Nuggets’ Jamal Murray earns first All-Star berth in ninth NBA season

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

DENVER (AP) — Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray earned his first career All-Star berth in his ninth NBA season Sunday. “When I saw that, so many things went through my mind, just multiple 50-point games, multiple 50-point games in the playoffs,” Nuggets coach David Adelman said ahead of Denver’s showdown against the Oklahoma City Thunder. ... Read More »

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XJ Kennedy, prize-winning poet and educator, dead at 96

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

NEW YORK (AP) — X.J. Kennedy, an award-winning poet, author, translator and educator who schooled millions of students through “The Bedford Reader” and other textbooks and engaged voluntary readers with his children’s stories and intricate, witty verse, has died at age 96. Kennedy died Sunday of natural causes at his home in Peabody, Massachusetts, according ... Read More »

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Pistons rout Nets 130-77 in most-lopsided victory in franchise history

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

DETROIT (AP) — Jalen Duren had 21 points and 10 rebounds after being added to the All-Star Game on Sunday night as an Eastern Conference reserve, and the Detroit Pistons routed the Brooklyn Nets 130-77 in the most-lopsided victory in franchise history. The 53-point margin topped the mark of 52 set in a 118-66 victory ... Read More »

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Kendrick Lamar wins best rap album Grammy Award after electric show opening

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The hits arrived fast and furious. Rosé and Bruno Mars’ opened the 68th annual Grammy Awards Sunday with an electric rendition of their multicultural pop smash, “APT.”; the Blackpink singer channeled a pop-punk Gwen Stefani in her tie and platinum blond hair. Then: host Trevor Noah opened with a speech celebrating ... Read More »

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