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Aston Villa to assess Watkins after striker leaves game with a hamstring problem
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins could be sidelined this weekend after leaving Thursday’s game against Salzburg holding his right hamstring. Villa is in third place in the Premier League, just four points back of leader Arsenal, and will host Brentford on Sunday. Watkins, who has scored eight goals this season, left ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bills QB Josh Allen still coming to grips with coaching change, playoff loss and foot surgery
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The tears have long dried, though the pangs of regret remain for quarterback Josh Allen still coming to grips over what’s transpired in the 12 days since the Buffalo Bills were eliminated from the playoffs. Add in having surgery for a broken bone in his right foot, and a sudden ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!José Ramírez said it was important to remain in Cleveland after signing $175 million, 7-year deal
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
CLEVELAND (AP) — José Ramírez has had two consistent goals throughout this major league career — playing for one team and winning a World Series. Ramírez’s $175 million, seven-year contract with the Cleveland Guardians likely accomplishes that first goal. “It’s important to me to say that this is the organization that gave me a chance,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Peru hires former Brazil coach Mano Menezes to guide men’s national team
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
LIMA, Peru (AP) — Former Brazil coach Mano Menezes has been appointed as the new coach of Peru’s national team, the Peruvian soccer federation said Thursday. The 63-year-old Menezes replaces Oscar Ibañez, who was fired after the team failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. “We know that the last few years haven’t been ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!B.C. school trustee ‘terrified’ after police ordered her out of vehicle at gunpoint
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
PRINCE GEORGE — A school trustee in Prince George, B.C., says she was “terrified” after being ordered out of her vehicle at gunpoint by police and handcuffed for a few minutes before being let go, leaving her “feeling afraid, overwhelmed and angry.” Erica McLean says in a Facebook post that she had parked at a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!José Ramírez said it was important to remain in Cleveland after signing 7-year extension
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
CLEVELAND (AP) — José Ramírez has had two consistent goals throughout this major league career — playing for one team and winning a World Series. Ramírez’s seven-year, $175 million contract extension with the Cleveland Guardians likely accomplishes that first goal. “It’s important to me to say that this is the organization that gave me a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Disturbing’ scenes, record overdoses, as powerful sedative hits B.C. drug supply
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
VANCOUVER — Last weekend, frontline health workers in Trail, B.C., reported “disturbing” scenes to Dr. Karin Goodison, medical health officer with Interior Health. She said workers were finding about 20 people unconscious each night, “lying out in the cold in the street,” and suffering memory loss due to overdoses. Goodison said the workers with years ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CP NewsAlert: Trump threatens tariffs, decertification on Canadian-made aircraft
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to decertify and tariff Canadian-made aircraft, singling out Bombardier. In a post on social media tonight, Trump alleges Canada refuses to certify Gulfstream aircraft. More to come. Kelly Geraldine Malone, The Canadian Press... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Young players shine as USWNT opens 2026, but vets due back as World Cup qualification looms
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a year when much of the focus will be on the U.S. men’s team and this summer’s World Cup, the women’s team is gearing up for its turn in 2027. The United States wrapped up its January training camp with victories over Paraguay and Chile as the team prepares for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nova Scotia’s Stevens books playoff ticket with victory over Armstrong at Scotties
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
MISSISSAUGA — Taylour Stevens and her Nova Scotia teammates were the last to leave the playing area at Paramount Fine Foods Centre after a dramatic afternoon session Thursday at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. When the vibes are that good, there’s no rush to go. Stevens, vice Maria Fitzgerald, second Alison Umlah and lead Cate ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon out at least a month with strained right hamstring
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets will be without forward Aaron Gordon for at least a month after he reinjured his right hamstring last week at Milwaukee. The team said Thursday before hosting Brooklyn that Gordon will be evaluated again in 4 to 6 weeks. Gordon is averaging 17.7 points and 6.2 rebounds this season. ... Read More »
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