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Simeone apologizes to Vinícius and Real Madrid president after heated Super Cup clash
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
MADRID (AP) — Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone apologized to Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez and forward Vinícius Júnior on Monday after arguing with the player during a Spanish Super Cup match. Simeone and Vinícius provoked each other during Madrid’s 2-1 win over Atletico in the Super Cup semifinals in Saudi Arabia on Thursday. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rolland Courbis, a passionate figure in French soccer, dies at 72
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
PARIS (AP) — Former Marseille coach Rolland Courbis, a charismatic figure of French soccer who later became a prominent pundit, has died, his employer said on Monday. He was 72. RMC radio did not disclose the cause of the death in a statement released in agreement with Courbis’ family. Born in Marseille, Courbis came through ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Muhammad Ali will be honored with a commemorative US postage stamp
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
Muhammad Ali once joked that he should be a postage stamp because “that’s the only way I’ll ever get licked.” Now, the three-time heavyweight champion’s quip is becoming reality. Widely regarded as the most famous and influential boxer of all time, and a cultural force who fused athletic brilliance with political conviction and showmanship, Ali ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Organizers condemn ‘unacceptable behavior of players and officials’ after fighting at Africa Cup
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
RABAT, Morocco (AP) — Organizers of the Africa Cup of Nations have condemned the “unacceptable behavior of players and officials” and is reviewing video evidence of journalists fighting after the quarterfinal between Algeria and Nigeria. The Confederation of African Football said Monday it was also investigating match incidents during the quarterfinal between Cameroon and host ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former World No. 3 Milos Raonic announces retirement from professional tennis
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Former top-three player Milos Raonic announced on Monday his retirement from professional tennis. “The time has come, I am retiring from tennis,” the 35-year-old Canadian said on X. “This is a moment you know will come one day, but somehow you never feel ready for it. This is as ready as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crans-Montana set to host Olympic ski races in Switzerland bid for 2038 Winter Games
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
BERN, Switzerland (AP) — Crans-Montana is set to host Alpine ski races at the 2038 Olympics as organizers of the Switzerland bid detailed their plan of venues Monday. The Swiss Olympic body is the only candidate in talks with the International Olympic Committee to be awarded the Winter Games taking place in 12 years’ time. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hong Kong court hears arguments on sentencing of former publisher Jimmy Lai; no decision yet
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
HONG KONG (AP) — A Hong Kong court heard arguments Monday about the sentencing of democracy advocate and onetime-media magnate Jimmy Lai, whose conviction under a national security law could land him in prison for the rest of his life. Lai founded the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper and was an outspoken critic of China’s ruling ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Matthew Stafford ends record-tying longest wait for first-team AP NFL All-Pro honor
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
Matthew Stafford has spent a career accumulating staggering numbers with more than 64,000 yards passing, more than 400 TD passes and a Super Bowl title. One accolade he hadn’t achieved until this season was being named a first-team AP NFL All-Pro. Stafford was picked for the team on Saturday, ending the longest wait ever for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Defending Super Bowl champion Eagles flop against 49ers, could lead to staff changes
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
The NFL won’t have a repeat Super Bowl champion. Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and the Philadelphia Eagles were eliminated by the San Francisco 49ers in an NFC wild-card game on Sunday. Now, the heat will be turned up on coach Nick Sirianni and offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo. Sirianni’s job shouldn’t be in jeopardy. He’s been ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LSU coach Kim Mulkey taps into Louisiana cooking culture to tighten up the Tigers’ form
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU coach Kim Mulkey tapped into her Louisiana roots — and specifically, her home state’s cooking culture — to tighten up the Tigers’ form after their two-game skid to open Southeastern Conference play. Just as finely diced onions, celery and bell peppers comprise the “holy trinity” of Louisiana cooking, Mulkey ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Loïs Boisson withdraws from Australian Open with injury
By Canadian Press on January 12th, 2026
PARIS (AP) — French Open semifinalist Loïs Boisson has withdrawn from the Australian Open. The 22-year-old Boisson has been struggling with injuries since a deep run at Roland-Garros last year in her Grand Slam main draw singles debut. She has not played since the end of September and the No. 35-ranked player said she took ... Read More »
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