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Braves manager says he’s disappointed about Profar but the suspension creates opportunity for others
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said Wednesday he was disappointed but determined to keep a positive outlook after Jurickson Profar’s suspension for the 2026 season. Profar was suspended by Major League Baseball on Tuesday following his second positive test for a performance-enhancing drug. Profar, an outfielder and designated hitter, was expected to be a regular, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kyle has double-double, Kimpson scores 7 in OT and Miami women beat Stanford in ACC Tournament 83-76
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
DULUTH, Ga. (AP) — Ra Shaya Kyle had 25 points and 11 rebounds, Amarachi Kimpson scored seven of her 20 points in overtime and 12th-seeded Miami survived a fourth-quarter collapse to beat 13th-seed Stanford 83-76 in the opener of the ACC Tournament on Wednesday. Gal Raviv also scored 20 points for the Hurricanes (17-13), who ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Vancouver Canucks trade defenceman Tyler Myers to Dallas Stars
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Canucks have dealt veteran defenceman Tyler Myers to the Dallas Stars, the NHL club announced Wednesday. The Canucks receive a second-round pick in the 2027 draft and a fourth-round selection in 2029. Vancouver will retain half of Myers’ US$3-million cap hit through next season. Myers, 36, was held out of Vancouver’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 17 Kentucky women begin the SEC Tournament with a 94-64 victory over Arkansas
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Clara Strack had 20 points, 13 rebounds and three blocks, Amelia Hassett scored 18 points and made six 3-pointers, and No. 17 Kentucky started the second half on an 18-2 run to help beat Arkansas 94-64 on Wednesday in an SEC Tournament opener. It was the largest margin of victory in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Moms describe being trapped in a cycle of anguish when a loved one faces mental health crises
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
TORONTO — Nancy Saunders says her son Ben Brennan accomplished so much in his short life. He was an exceptional musician, loved writing and was a freelance recording engineer, she said. Brennan played in bands across Canada and toured Europe. He studied at the University of King’s College in Halifax. Deeply kind and compassionate, “he ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No More Foundation launches antiviolence campaign with Brazil ahead of the Women’s World Cup
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
The No More Foundation has partnered with Brazil to launch an initiative surrounding the 2027 Women’s World Cup that calls attention to violence against women and girls. The New York-based No More Foundation, which works to end domestic and sexual violence globally, says about 37% of Brazilian women over the age of 16 have experienced ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe out at least 1 game with bruised back
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — VJ Edgecombe will miss Wednesday’s game against Utah with a low back bruise suffered by the 76ers’ star rookie a night earlier on a hard fall. The Sixers said Edgecombe would be evaluated again ahead of Saturday’s game at Atlanta. Edgecombe was fouled by San Antonio’s Carter Bryant on a 3-point attempt ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Running back Chris Brooks agrees to terms with Packers
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Running back Chris Brooks has agreed to a two-year, $4.85 million contract to stay with the Green Bay Packers, according to his agency. One West Sports Group issued an X post Wednesday announcing Brooks’ deal. Brooks was set to become a restricted free agent if he hadn’t agreed to a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Carney’s shift on Iran might not stop pressure for Canadian entanglement
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
OTTAWA — As Prime Minister Mark Carney shifts away from unequivocal support for American airstrikes on Iran, one expert says Canada could still be drawn into the conflict. Carney on Tuesday expressed “regret” over the state of the global order and said he would have preferred to see the U.S. seek debate at the United ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rams, Chiefs working on trade sending CB Trent McDuffie to Los Angeles, AP sources say
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Rams are working on a trade to send star cornerback Trent McDuffie to Los Angeles in exchange for several draft picks, two people with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press. The sources spoke on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the terms ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadians stranded in Middle East seek help to get home amid escalating conflict
By Canadian Press on March 4th, 2026
A Canadian man visiting Dubai says his family needs more help from the government to get home, as flight cancellations have impeded their travel since the U.S.-Iran conflict broke out on Saturday and halted air traffic across the region. Devin Ramoutar says he arrived in Dubai with his parents and sister on Thursday for a ... Read More »
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