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Photos show glamour at the Dubai World Cup horse race but thinner crowds due to Iran war
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Colorfully dressed attendees gathered for horse races and social events at the Dubai World Cup at the Meydan Racecourse in Dubai. The annual spectacle went ahead despite regional tensions linked to the conflict with Iran, but crowds were smaller than usual. This is a photo gallery curated by AP ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Véron Mosengo-Omba steps down as CAF general secretary, Nigeria’s Samson Adamu takes over
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
CAIRO, Egypt (AP) — Véron Mosengo-Omba has stepped down as general secretary of the Confederation of African Football after five years as the deputy head of African soccer’s governing body. The Swiss-Congolese official, who left FIFA to take over as CAF general secretary in 2021, said Sunday he was stepping down “to devote myself to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Semenya criticizes IOC chief Coventry after transgender athletes barred
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
CAPE TOWN (AP) — Two-time Olympic champion runner Caster Semenya on Sunday expressed her disappointment with International Committee President Kirsty Coventry over the decision to ban transgender athletes from competing at the Olympics. Semenya, who is South African, said she expected more from a woman leader like Coventry, who is from Zimbabwe and a fellow ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘It’s ridiculous’: U.S. closing historic Border Road to Canadian traffic
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
COUTTS — Amid the howling winds of the Sweet Grass Hills lies Border Road, a 14-kilometre ribbon of manicured gravel stretching between the United States and Canada. The shared road is on the Montana side, but Alberta maintains it. North of the road lives Ross Ford. On the south, it’s Roger Horgus. Both are in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Disney opens World of Frozen in Paris as new CEO showcases the empire that made him
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
CHESSY, France (AP) — A 118-foot mountain of ice rose over the suburban Paris countryside this weekend as Disney opened its Arendelle kingdom to the world — Elsa’s palace glowing at the summit, a “Frozen” Nordic fishing village below, and the company’s new CEO standing before a crowd of celebrities. World of Frozen, an immersive ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Replacement officials, kickoffs and other rule changes will be discussed at NFL’s annual meeting
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
Replacement officials, potential rule changes, artificial intelligence, health and safety issues, international growth and flag football will be among many topics discussed when NFL owners, executives and coaches gather for their annual meeting this week in Arizona. One topic that dominated the conversation this time last year — the tush push — isn’t on the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tate McRae leads Junos race as Mark Carney set for appearance tonight
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
HAMILTON — Tate McRae is the leading nominee heading into tonight’s Juno Awards broadcast in Hamilton. The Calgary-born pop star took home four major prizes during Saturday’s pre-telecast gala, including artist of the year, single of the year for “Sports Car” and album of the year for “So Close To What.” However, McRae did not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The NDP’s next leader to be announced as Winnipeg convention concludes
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
WINNIPEG — The next NDP leader will be announced this morning as the party concludes its Winnipeg convention. Union leader Rob Ashton, social worker Tanille Johnston, filmmaker Avi Lewis, Alberta MP Heather McPherson and farmer Tony McQuail have spent the last six months campaigning for the job. Chatter among delegates at the convention suggests Lewis ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘The crew is ready’: Canadian to be voice link to Artemis II moon mission
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
WASHINGTON — Jenni Gibbons was always drawn to the stars. Now, the Calgary-born astronaut is set to take part in NASA’s Artemis II mission, which will send humans to the moon for the first time in more than 50 years. “So much of our life is enabled by space,” Gibbons said in an interview with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Maatta finding his game, confidence since joining Flames
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
CALGARY — It has been a staggering turnaround for veteran defenceman Olli Maatta. The resurgent 31-year-old Finn had two more points Saturday, including the game-winning goal to lead the Calgary Flames to a 7-3 romp over the Vancouver Canucks. “It’s been a lot of fun,” said Maatta, who was part of the return when Calgary ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Improved Oilers cranking up the intensity in playoff push
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers are once again ramping it up at the right time after two consecutive trips to the Stanley Cup final. Connor McDavid had a goal and two assists to regain the NHL scoring lead as the Oilers made a big move up the Pacific Division standings, holding on to defeat Anaheim ... Read More »
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