February 1st, 2026
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Clara Strack scores career-high 33 points lifting No. 18 Kentucky over Arkansas 93-73

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Clara Strack had 33 points and 15 rebounds, Teonni Key also had a double-double, and No. 18 Kentucky defeated Arkansas 93-73 on Sunday to snap a three-game losing streak. Kentucky led by only six points at halftime and it was 60-49 heading to the fourth quarter. The Wildcats outscored the Razorbacks ... Read More »

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Brumbaugh’s layup in the closing seconds helps Tulane beat Memphis 78-76, snap 5-game skid

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Rowan Brumbaugh made the go-ahead layup with with seven seconds left and finished with 27 points to help Tulane beat Memphis 78-76 on Sunday and snap a five-game skid. Brumbaugh shot 8 for 13 (3 for 7 from 3-point range) and 8 of 10 from the free-throw line for the Green ... Read More »

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Fletcher Loyer scores 29 points and No. 12 Purdue ends a three-game skid with win over Maryland

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Fletcher Loyer and Braden Smith gave No. 12 Purdue a commanding lead with an early 3-point barrage, and the Boilermakers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 93-63 victory over Maryland on Sunday. Loyer scored 21 of his 29 points in the first half, when he Smith went a combined ... Read More »

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Kennedy Center to close for 2 years for renovations in July, Trump says, after performers’ backlash

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Sunday he will move to close Washington’s Kennedy Center performing arts venue for two years starting in July for construction. Trump’s announcement on social media follows a wave of cancellations since Trump ousted the previous leadership and added his name to the building. Trump made no mention in ... Read More »

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The Dalai Lama and K-pop win first Grammys, Steven Spielberg achieves EGOT status

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 68th annual Grammy Awards are taking place Sunday and spirits were high from the jump after a few back-to-back, history making moments. The Dalai Lama won his first Grammy for audio book, narration and storytelling recording, beating out Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. You ready that correctly. “I am ... Read More »

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Keaton Wagler scores 28, leads No. 9 Illinois to 11th straight win, 78-69 over No. 5 Nebraska

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Keaton Wagler scored 28 points and No. 9 Illinois won its 11th straight game, beating No. 5 Nebraska 78-69 on Sunday in the first matchup of top-10 teams the Cornhuskers have hosted. The Fighting Illini (19-3, 10-1 Big Ten), who haven’t lost since falling 83-80 at home to Nebraska on Dec. ... Read More »

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Rose sets scoring record, becomes first wire-to-wire winner at Torrey Pines since 1955

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Justin Rose became the first wire-to-wire winner at Torrey Pines in 71 years, starting with a six-shot lead and never letting anyone get any closer to him Sunday as he closed with a 2-under 70 to win the Farmers Insurance Open. Rose opened with a 62 on the North course at ... Read More »

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Kennedy Center will close for 2 years for renovations in July, Trump says, after performers backlash

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says he will move to close Washington’s Kennedy Center performing arts venue for two years starting in July for construction. Trump’s announcement on social media Sunday night follows a wave of cancellations since Trump ousted the previous leadership and added his name to the building. Trump announced his plan ... Read More »

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Mikayla Blakes scores 30 in No. 18 Vanderbilt’s comeback win over Florida

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Mikayla Blakes scored 30 points and No. 5 Vanderbilt staged a third-quarter comeback to beat Florida 82-66 on Sunday. The Commodores scored a season-low 10 points in the first quarter and went into halftime down 35-25 after shooting just 32% from the floor. Blakes had just six points. It was the ... Read More »

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Rose sets scoring record in wire-to-wire Torrey Pines romp. Korda wins wind-shortened LPGA opener

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Justin Rose became the first wire-to-wire winner at Torrey Pines in 71 years, starting with a six-shot lead and never letting anyone get any closer to him Sunday as he closed with a 2-under 70 to win the Farmers Insurance Open. Rose opened with a 62 on the North course at ... Read More »

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LeBron’s All-Star streak at 22 years. Duren, Powell, Johnson, Murray, Holmgren, Avdija 1st-timers

By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026

LeBron James is an All-Star again, extending his record streak of selections. James was a pick for the 22nd consecutive year, one of 14 players who were announced Sunday as reserves for the Feb. 15 midseason showcase that’ll take place at the Los Angeles Clippers’ arena in Inglewood, California. James is the All-Star record holder ... Read More »

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