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Libraries are offering unlimited ‘Heated Rivalry’ audiobook downloads. Here’s how it works
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
TORONTO — The Toronto Public Library is the latest institution to make the “Heated Rivalry” audiobook available without a waiting list. It follows other libraries in Canada and the U.S. that have made digital versions of the audiobook and ebook, which inspired the hit Crave TV series, readily available to borrow — including the Calgary ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Djokovic and Alcaraz have shots at tennis history in the Australian Open final
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — In a moment of exhaustion and elation, Novak Djokovic recognized Margaret Court in the crowd and thanked her for staying up so late to watch him get within a single victory of becoming the most decorated tennis player of all time. The 83-year-old Court was among the VIPs at Rod Laver ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pet sounds: Why some dog owners share music with their 4-legged friends
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
People use music to set moods, create a desired atmosphere and evoke memories of family and friends. The right song at the right time can have similar effects for some dogs. Pet owners, trainers and animal shelter workers sometimes use music as a training tool, a distraction from triggers and to create a relaxing environment ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sacramento plays Washington on 12-game road slide
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
Sacramento Kings (12-38, 15th in the Western Conference) vs. Washington Wizards (12-35, 14th in the Eastern Conference) Washington; Sunday, 6 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Sacramento will look to end its 12-game road slide when the Kings play Washington. The Wizards have gone 8-16 in home games. Washington is 3-24 against opponents over .500. The Kings ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Knicks face the Lakers on 5-game win streak
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers (29-18, fifth in the Western Conference) vs. New York Knicks (30-18, second in the Eastern Conference) New York; Sunday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: New York is looking to continue its five-game win streak with a victory over Los Angeles. The Knicks have gone 19-6 in home games. New York is third ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Milwaukee faces Boston, looks to stop 4-game skid
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks (18-28, 12th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Boston Celtics (30-18, third in the Eastern Conference) Boston; Sunday, 3:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee is looking to break its four-game slide with a win against Boston. The Celtics are 21-12 against Eastern Conference opponents. Boston ranks eighth in the Eastern Conference with 32.3 defensive ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Portland takes on Cleveland, seeks to halt 4-game skid
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers (29-21, fifth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Portland Trail Blazers (23-26, ninth in the Western Conference) Portland, Oregon; Sunday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Portland looks to end its four-game losing streak when the Trail Blazers play Cleveland. The Trail Blazers have gone 13-11 at home. Portland is fourth in the Western Conference ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Detroit plays Brooklyn in conference matchup
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
Brooklyn Nets (13-34, 13th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Detroit Pistons (34-12, first in the Eastern Conference) Detroit; Sunday, 6 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons host Nic Claxton and the Brooklyn Nets. The Pistons are 22-6 in conference games. Detroit is second in the Eastern Conference in team defense, allowing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Denver and Oklahoma City match up in battle of top offenses
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder (38-11, first in the Western Conference) vs. Denver Nuggets (33-16, third in the Western Conference) Denver; Sunday, 9:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Denver Nuggets and the Oklahoma City Thunder face off in a matchup between the NBA’s top two offenses. The Nuggets are 4-1 in division games. Denver is eighth in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grizzlies face the Timberwolves on 5-game slide
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves (30-19, seventh in the Western Conference) vs. Memphis Grizzlies (18-28, 12th in the Western Conference) Memphis, Tennessee; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Memphis will try to stop its five-game skid when the Grizzlies play Minnesota. The Grizzlies have gone 14-16 against Western Conference teams. Memphis ranks fifth in the NBA with 28.9 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Phoenix plays Los Angeles, looks for 4th straight victory
By Canadian Press on January 31st, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers (22-25, 10th in the Western Conference) vs. Phoenix Suns (30-19, sixth in the Western Conference) Phoenix; Sunday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix will look to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Suns take on Los Angeles. The Suns are 20-13 against Western Conference opponents. Phoenix ranks second in the ... Read More »
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