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No possession arrests without ‘extenuating circumstances’: head of B.C. police group
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
VICTORIA — The president of the BC Association of Chiefs of Police says people will not be arrested for possession of small amounts of drugs after the end of decriminalization on Jan. 31, “unless there are extenuating circumstances.” Andrew Chan, who is also Deputy Chief of the Vancouver Police Department, says police are working closely ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jay Duplass returns to Sundance with the tragic comedy ‘See You When I See You’
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Jay Duplass had come to a turning point in his life and career. After years of mining personal stories, add those of his family, he’d decided that he was ready to tell other people’s stories. That’s when Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon approached him with a special project that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Spanish soccer federation president says Spain will host the final of the 2030 World Cup
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
MADRID (AP) — Spain will host the final of the 2030 World Cup the president of the Spanish soccer federation said Monday. FIFA has not yet said where it plans to stage the decisive match of a tournament that will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco. But Rafael Louzán told reporters at a media ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lions hire Drew Petzing as offensive coordinator
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions have hired Drew Petzing, their third offensive coordinator in three years. The Lions announced the move on Monday. Detroit fired offensive coordinator John Morton shortly after the season in a move that was expected after coach Dan Campbell took over play-calling duties midway through the season. Morton ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ex-Olympic snowboarder pleads not guilty to running a drug smuggling ring
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A former Canadian Olympic snowboarder pleaded not guilty to running a billion-dollar drug trafficking ring and orchestrating multiple killings, as one of the FBI’s top fugitives made his first U.S. court appearance Monday since he was arrested in Mexico last week and flown to California. U.S. authorities say Ryan Wedding, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jaxon Smith-Njigba has a star turn as he helps carry the Seahawks to the Super Bowl
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
SEATTLE (AP) — Jaxon Smith-Njigba made plenty of spectacular plays during the best season by a wide receiver in Seattle Seahawks history, so it wasn’t a shock that he added another highlight during the NFC championship game. Nonetheless, the one-handed catch Smith-Njigba made late in the first quarter of Sunday’s 31-27 win over the Los ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Girona scores with diving header in injury time to draw 1-1 with Getafe
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
MADRID (AP) — Victor Reis scored with a diving header in injury time to give Girona a 1-1 home draw against Getafe on Monday and extend its unbeaten run to four matches in the Spanish league. Girona was one of La Liga’s form sides coming into the game at the Estadio Municipal de Montilivi but ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blackhawks send forward Nick Lardis back to minors
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks assigned forward Nick Lardis to Rockford of the American Hockey League on Monday. The 20-year-old Lardis, one of the team’s top prospects, made his NHL debut on Dec. 13. He had five goals and two assists in 21 games with the Blackhawks. “I think he’s done a solid job,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Toronto Argonauts sign veteran linebacker Judge to contract extension
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
TORONTO — Cameron Judge is sticking with the Toronto Argonauts. The Canadian linebacker signed a one-year extension with the CFL club which keeps him in Toronto through the 2027 season. Financial details weren’t divulged but according to a league source the restructured deal includes $410,000 in hard money and a $50,000 signing bonus with a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hornets take a 50-point lead for 2nd time this month, roll past 76ers 130-93
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Brandon Miller scored 30 points, and the Charlotte Hornets took a 50-point lead for the second time this month on the way to rolling past the Philadelphia 76ers 130-93 on Monday afternoon. All five Hornets starters finished in double figures. Kon Knueppel and Moussa Diabate scored 12, LaMelo Ball added 11 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!François Legault shuffles cabinet as two ministers announce run for CAQ leadership
By Canadian Press on January 26th, 2026
QUÉBEC — Quebec Premier François Legault has shuffled his cabinet after two ministers stepped aside to run in the Coalition Avenir Québec leadership race. Labour Minister Jean Boulet was given the additional responsibilities for the economy, while Benoit Charette took over the environment portfolio, adding onto his existing responsibilities for infrastructure. These changes filled the ... Read More »
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