February 21st, 2026
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Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami reloads for a run at a second straight MLS title

By Canadian Press on February 21st, 2026

Less than three months removed from its first MLS Cup championship, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami shows no signs of a letdown. The Herons have assembled one of the strongest rosters in Major League Soccer history heading into a season that begins this weekend and bookends around the biggest event of them all, the World Cup ... Read More »

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RCMP’s much-needed reserve program grappling with numerous challenges: report

By Canadian Press on February 21st, 2026

OTTAWA — Challenges with recruitment, training, resources and overall management are hindering the RCMP’s reserve program, even as reservists are being called on more than ever, says an internal evaluation report. The newly released report says while the program helps fill RCMP staffing gaps across Canada, the lack of a clear mandate “results in inconsistencies ... Read More »

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Indigenous leaders outline priorities for spring sitting of Parliament

By Canadian Press on February 21st, 2026

OTTAWA — Indigenous leaders were braced for change after the last federal election, when Prime Minister Mark Carney’s win ushered in a new look for the Liberal government after 10 years under Justin Trudeau. That change has compelled those leaders to build relationships with new cabinet ministers and a revolving cast of public servants working ... Read More »

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Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul takes 3rd-round lead at her home LPGA Thailand tournament

By Canadian Press on February 21st, 2026

CHONBURI, Thailand (AP) — World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul birdied her final three holes Saturday for a 6-under 66 and a two-stroke lead going into the final round of her home LPGA Thailand tournament. Thitikul made a 15-foot birdie putt on the par-3 16th to break away from a four-way tie for the lead, then ... Read More »

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Jacobs plays men’s curling gold, Maltais seeks fourth medal at Milan Cortina Olympics

By Canadian Press on February 21st, 2026

MILAN — Brad Jacobs, Canada’s 2014 Olympic champion, seeks a second gold while Valérie Maltais chases her fourth medal of the Milan Cortina Games in long-track speedskating on Day 15. Jacobs’ Calgary-based rink looks to end Canada’s 12-year golden drought in men’s curling when it faces Scotland’s Bruce Mouat and Great Britain in the final. ... Read More »

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In first interview, Canada’s envoy to Greenland says new post seeks ‘concrete’ gains

By Canadian Press on February 21st, 2026

NUUK — The diplomat Canada has posted to Greenland says the new consulate should lead to “concrete” gains for Canadians, while locals urge Ottawa to expand existing trade and cultural ties with the Danish territory. “This just kicks things into a new phase, a more intensive phase, being on the ground and having presence,” said ... Read More »

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Top-ranked Thitikul takes third-round lead at her home LPGA Thailand tournament

By Canadian Press on February 21st, 2026

CHONBURI, Thailand (AP) — World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul birdied her final three holes Saturday for a 6-under 66 and a two-stroke lead going into the final round of her home LPGA Thailand tournament. Thitikul made a 15-foot birdie putt on the par-3 16th to break away from a four-way tie for the lead, then ... Read More »

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World top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul takes 3rd-round lead at her home LPGA Thailand tournament

By Canadian Press on February 21st, 2026

CHONBURI, Thailand (AP) — World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul birdied her final three holes Saturday for a 6-under 66 and a two-stroke lead going into the final round of her home LPGA Thailand tournament. Thitikul made a 15-foot birdie putt on the par-3 16th to break away from a four-way tie for the lead, then ... Read More »

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Cleaver shines as Hurricanes shut out by Tigers

By Lethbridge Herald on February 20th, 2026

Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Try as he might, Koen Cleaver couldn’t quite steal Friday night’s game for the Lethbridge Hurricanes. The 18-year-old goaltender earned first star honours with 49 saves as Lethbridge fell 3-0 to the Medicine Hat Tigers at the VisitLethbridge.com Arena. “I thought he was great.” Hurricane head coach Matt Anholt told the ... Read More »

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Luka Doncic scores 38 and the Lakers hold off the Clippers 125-122 to split LA rivals’ season series

By Canadian Press on February 20th, 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Luka Doncic had 38 points and 11 assists, Austin Reaves added 29 points and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Los Angeles Clippers down the stretch for a 125-122 victory Friday night. LeBron James had 13 points and 11 assists for the Lakers in their return from the All-Star break. ... Read More »

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Nuggets rout Trail Blazers 157-103 for the most points on the road in franchise history

By Canadian Press on February 20th, 2026

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 32 points, nine rebounds and seven assists in 29 1/2 minutes and the Denver Nuggets routed the Portland Trail Blazers 157-103 on Friday night for the most points on the road in franchise history and the most in an NBA game this season. Jamal Murray added 25 points ... Read More »

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