February 16th, 2026
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Celtics star Jaylen Brown disputes Beverly Hills’ claims about his event that was shut down

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown disputed the City of Beverly Hills’ claims after an event he hosted on the eve of the NBA All-Star Game was shut down because the city said it lacked a permit. “I’m offended by Beverly Hills, by the statement they put out, like we applied for ... Read More »

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Celtics star Jaylen Brown disputes Beverly Hills’ claims it shut down event he hosted

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown disputed the City of Beverly Hills’ claims after an event he hosted on the eve of the NBA All-Star Game was shut down because the city said it lacked a permit. “I’m offended by Beverly Hills, by the statement they put out, like we applied for ... Read More »

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Brazil’s Lula gets image boost at Rio Carnival, but also faces legal risks

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Rio de Janeiro’s Sambadrome hosted a glitzy parade Sunday evening celebrating Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in a year he bids for his fourth inconsecutive term. However, his adversaries are crying foul and seeking legal action against the 80-year-old leader and the samba school, alleging the tribute kicked ... Read More »

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Johnson scores 24 to guide Bradley to 70-60 victory over Southern Illinois

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) — Jaquan Johnson scored 24 points to lead Bradley to a 70-60 victory over Southern Illinois on Sunday. Johnson made 9 of 18 shots with two 3-pointers for the Braves (18-9, 11-5 Missouri Valley Conference), adding seven rebounds, three assists and three steals. Alex Huibregtse hit four 3-pointers and scored 14. Quel’Ron ... Read More »

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Raiders coach Klint Kubiak elevates Rob Leonard and hires Andrew Janocko as coordinators

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — New Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak wasted little time in choosing his offensive and defensive coordinators since being hired less than a week ago. Raiders defensive line coach and run game coordinator Rob Leonard was officially elevated to defensive coordinator on Sunday, and Seahawks quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko will follow ... Read More »

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No. 17 TCU women grab top spot in Big 12 Conference after beating No. 19 West Virginia 59-50

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Marta Suarez and Clara Silva both finished with 14 points to help No. 17 TCU beat No. 19 West Virginia 59-50 on Sunday night and take over the top spot in the Big 12 Conference. TCU (23-4, 11-3), which won the regular-season and conference tournament titles last season, is tied ... Read More »

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Tre’ Johnson, the former NFL offensive lineman who became a high school history teacher, dies at 54

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tre’ Johnson, the former standout Washington offensive lineman who went on to become a Maryland high school history teacher, died Sunday. He was 54. Johnson’s wife, Irene, announced the death in a Facebook post, saying he died during a short family trip. “It is with a heavy heart that I inform you ... Read More »

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‘Adolescence’ and ‘Train Dreams’ win top prizes at Film Independent Spirit Awards

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

Clint Bentley’s lyrical Denis Johnson adaptation “Train Dreams ” won the top film award at the Film Independent Spirit Awards on Sunday in Los Angeles, while “Adolescence” dominated the television categories. Both were released on Netflix. Bentley also won best director for the film starring Joel Edgerton, whom he thanked profusely for “being the heartbeat ... Read More »

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Sayvia Sellers scores 17 to lead No. 25 Washington women over Oregon 51-43

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

SEATTLE (AP) — Sayvia Sellers scored 17 points to help No. 25 Washington beat Oregon 51-43 on Sunday night. Sellers made 6 of 16 shots with three 3-pointers for the Huskies (19-7, 9-6 Big Ten Conference). Avery Howell pitched in with nine points and nine rebounds. Sarah Rambus scored 12 off the bench on 5-for-7 ... Read More »

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Morikawa birdies 18th to win Pebble Beach, ends more than 2-year drought

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Collin Morikawa had gone 28 months since his last win, and he was reminded Sunday at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-am why it’s never easy. He was among six players who had a share of the lead at one point in a wild and windy final round, one name getting ... Read More »

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Kansas State fires basketball coach Jerome Tang, days after fans wore bags over heads

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Kansas State fired basketball coach Jerome Tang on Sunday night, four days after many Wildcats fans showed up with bags over their heads for a home blowout. Athletic director Gene Taylor announced the move in a statement. “This was a decision that was made in the best interest of our university ... Read More »

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