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Raiders GM tamps down trade talk around Crosby, says he expects star edge rusher to stay with team
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders are planning to keep star edge rusher Maxx Crosby despite the trade talk around the five-time Pro Bowl pick, general manager John Spytek said Tuesday. “Maxx is an elite player. I’ve been very upfront from the start since I got here, that we’re in the business of having ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What to know about the charge that former Prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson could face
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
LONDON (AP) — The former Prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson, the U.K.’s former ambassador to Washington, were arrested within days of each other for their ties to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and both are under investigation for the same offense: misconduct in public office. Neither of them has been charged, yet, but their ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rachel Reid postpones publication of ‘Heated Rivalry’ sequel ‘Unrivaled’ due to health
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
TORONTO — “Heated Rivalry” fans will have to wait months longer than expected to read the next chapter in Shane and Ilya’s love story. Author Rachel Reid has postponed publication of “Unrivaled,” the third book chronicling the relationship first introduced in “Heated Rivalry,” due in part to her health. In a video posted to Instagram, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brook’s first T20 century propels England into World Cup semifinals
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
PALLEKELE, Sri Lanka (AP) — Captain Harry Brook’s maiden Twenty20 century propelled England into the T20 World Cup semifinals after a two-wicket win over Pakistan on Tuesday. Brook’s brutal 100 off 50 balls lifted England to 166-8 in 19.1 overs in a chase of 165. Pakistan made 164-9 after choosing to bat first on a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Defence continues cross-examining complainant in Stronach’s sexual assault trial
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
TORONTO — A lawyer representing Frank Stronach is suggesting one of the complainants in the businessman’s sexual assault trial has a “tendency to lie” and made up parts of her account. Leora Shemesh began cross-examining the complainant, who is the fifth to testify at trial, on Monday afternoon, focusing on discrepancies in dates and details ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Music Review: Mitski’s haunted ‘Nothing’s About to Happen to Me’ explores solitude, death and cats
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
On her eighth studio album, singer-songwriter Mitski crafts a stunningly dark tapestry concerned with solitude and death, in which psychological unrest manifests physically as a spooky house. And yes, there are cats. Mitski has described the new 11 song collection, “Nothing’s About to Happen to Me,” as a musical continuation of her celebrated 2023 release, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Top Rangers prospect Sebastian Walcott has elbow surgery, could return before end of season
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — Texas Rangers shortstop prospect Sebastian Walcott had elbow surgery on Monday and could return to play before the end of the 2026 season. The club said the 19-year-old Walcott had an internal brace placed on his right elbow, a procedure considered less severe than a full elbow reconstruction. The Rangers estimate ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Be cautious in how you feel about our southern neighbours
By Lethbridge Herald on February 24th, 2026
Dear Editor, As I was watching the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, the U.S. Vice President was booed by spectators. He may have deserved it, but I felt bad for the American athletes entering the arena at the same time. They didn’t deserve it. Those young athletes do not represent the policy of their President. I ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dortmund criticizes police actions against fans going to Italy for Champions League match
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Borussia Dortmund says “disproportionate” police measures have prevented some of its fans from traveling to Italy for Wednesday’s Champions League game against Atalanta, while police in Italy have also visited supporters who already made the trip. “While a security-oriented risk assessment for a football match is understandable, Borussia Dortmund is more ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Falcons GM confirms the team has told QB Kirk Cousins he’ll be released when free agency opens
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have informed quarterback Kirk Cousins they plan to release the 14-year veteran when NFL free agency opens next month, new general manager Ian Cunningham said Tuesday. “What he’s done in his career, we owe that to him just to allow him some clarity going into free agency,” Cunningham said ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Real Madrid’s Courtois disappointed with Mourinho’s criticism of Vinícius after racism claim
By Canadian Press on February 24th, 2026
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was disappointed with José Mourinho’s criticism of teammate Vinícius Júnior, who accused Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni of racism. Courtois spoke on Tuesday, a day before Madrid hosted Benfica in their Champions League playoffs second leg. Madrid’s 1-0 win in Lisbon last week was overshadowed by Vinícius’ allegation ... Read More »
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