By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Kevin Johnson died from “blunt head trauma and stab wounds” at a homeless encampment, according to the medical examiner. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said Johnson, 55, was pronounced dead Wednesday morning after being found unconscious. His death was ruled a homicide and is being ... Read More »
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When Laila Biali’s fellow jazz musicians heard about her Grammy nomination, along with congratulations, they offered their condolences. That’s because the 45-year-old Vancouver native is up for best traditional pop vocal album, even though she submitted her “Wintersongs” album in a jazz category. “It’s crazy,” Biali said of her nomination, noting she’ll compete with artists ... Read More »
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GROVE, England (AP) — Williams will miss next week’s first Formula 1 preseason testing in Barcelona after reporting “delays” in getting its car ready for the season. Williams said Friday it still has “a lot to look forward to” despite the setback ahead of next week’s five-day test. It’s the first time that 2026-specification cars ... Read More »
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BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Always at the center of things, Vinícius Júnior has gone from hero to villain for many Real Madrid fans. The Brazilian soccer star has scored crucial goals to secure Champions League titles, gone close to winning the Ballon d’Or, and led a fight against racism in Spanish soccer — and all ... Read More »
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QUÉBEC — Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet are in Quebec City for a second day of meetings ahead of Parliament’s return on Monday. The two-day retreat is focused on the economy, affordability and security, and Carney and his cabinet are hearing from experts in government, finance, community services, advanced technology and global affairs. ... Read More »
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Patrick Reed moved into the lead and Dustin Johnson missed the cut on a mixed day for high-profile LIV golfers at the European tour’s Dubai Desert Classic on Friday. Languishing in between was four-time champion Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood, the tournament’s headline players who will need a big ... Read More »
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FIORANO MODENESE, Italy (AP) — Team principal Fred Vasseur says Ferrari is “more united than ever” as Lewis Hamilton test drove the car designed to bring the Italian giant back to the front of the Formula 1 field following a troubled 2025. Hamilton was at the wheel as the SF-26 took to Ferrari’s Fiorano test ... Read More »
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MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Marc Guehi is set to make his Manchester City debut against Wolverhampton on Saturday in what will be a boost to Pep Guardiola’s injury-hit backline. The 25-year-old England defender completed his move from Crystal Palace on Monday but wasn’t in City’s squad a day later for a surprising 3-1 loss at ... Read More »
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RENNES, France (AP) — Marseille signed Netherlands midfielder Quinten Timber in a cut-price deal Friday with his contract at Feyenoord set to expire at the end of the season. Marseille did not disclose the transfer fee for the 24-year-old Timber but it was reportedly 4.5 million euros ($5.3 million), well below his true market value. ... Read More »
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BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (AP) — Olympic slalom champion Petra Vlhova has been included in the Slovakia team for next month’s Milan Cortina Games as she aims to make to a comeback from more than two years out with a knee injury. The 30-year-old Vlhova hasn’t competed since tearing ligaments in her right knee in January 2024 ... Read More »
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ROME (AP) — Global fashion celebrities joined the public on Friday morning to say goodbye to iconic designer Valentino at his funeral service in Rome, at the central Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri. After a two-day public viewing on Wednesday and Thursday at the Valentino foundation’s headquarters in the Italian capital, ... Read More »
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