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Shapovalov upsets Fokina, advances to Dallas Open semifinals
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
FRISCO — Denis Shapovalov has punched his ticket to the Dallas Open semifinals, following an upset victory over third-seeded Alejandro Davidovich Fokina of Spain on Friday. The seventh seed from Richmond Hill, Ont., lost the opening set of the men’s singles quarterfinal showdown 7-5, but bounced back with 6-4, 6-3 wins to earn a spot ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Two sailors are injured after a crash between New Zealand and France at a SailGP race
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — Two sailors have been injured in a high-speed crash between New Zealand and France on the first day of the SailGP race in Auckland, New Zealand on Saturday. Both sailors were taken to hospital and were said to be awake and alert. Their names and conditions are not immediately available. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wisconsin routs No. 10 Michigan State 92-71 behind Nick Boyd’s 29 points
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Nick Boyd scored 29 points and shot 5 of 7 from 3-point range as Wisconsin trounced No. 10 Michigan State 92-71 on Friday night, marking the second time in four nights that the Badgers have beaten a top-10 team. Wisconsin (18-7, 10-4 Big Ten) is the first team to post three ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!BYU says star wide receiver charged with felony rape is no longer a student there
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Brigham Young University said Friday that its standout wide receiver Parker Kingston is no longer a student at the Utah private school after he was arrested this week on a first-degree felony rape charge. Kingston, 21, made his initial court appearance Friday in St. George, where prosecutors say a woman ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Photo Gallery: Carney attends Tumbler Ridge vigil
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
Prime Minister Mark Carney says there’s nothing anyone can do to fill the silence left by the loss of those killed in the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. The prime minister, along with Canadian politicians of all stripes, spoke to a crowd of hundreds at a vigil in the community where people held photos ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 23 Miami (Ohio) remains lone unbeaten team in Division I after 90-74 win over Ohio
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
OXFORD, Ohio (AP) — Brant Byers scored 21 points, Peter Suder had 20 and 23rd-ranked Miami University beat Ohio 90-74 on Friday night to remain the lone unbeaten team in Division I. Eian Elmer added 15 points for the RedHawks (25-0, 11-0 Mid-American Conference), who tied the single-season school record for victories set last season. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Philly special: V.J. Edgecombe leads Team Vince to victory at NBA All-Star weekend’s Rising Stars
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Philadelphia rookie V.J. Edgecombe led Team Vince to victory in the Rising Stars event at NBA All-Star weekend Friday night, scoring 17 points in the semifinal before hitting two free throws to end the final. San Antonio guard Dylan Harper ended the first semifinal in memorable fashion by scoring the game-winning ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Photo Gallery: Canada’s Day 7 at Milan Cortina Olympics
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
Canada’s Stephen Gogolev had a promising finish in figure skating while the men’s curling team remained undefeated on Day 7 of the Milan Cortina Olympic Games. Gogolev, of Toronto, came fifth overall after posting the second-best free skate with a score of 186.37. Gogolev had entered the free program in 10th place after earning 87.41 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 18 Saint Louis extends winning streak to 18 with 86-59 victory over Loyola of Chicago
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
CHICAGO (AP) — Trey Green and Ishan Sharma each scored 14 points and No. 18 Saint Louis won its 18th straight game, beating Loyola of Chicago 86-59 on Friday night. Quentin Jones added 12 points, and Amari McCottry had 11 for the Billikens (24-1, 12-0 Atlantic 10). They matched the 2013-14 team for the best ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Orioles, Chris Bassitt finalize $18.5 million contract
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) — Right-hander Chris Bassitt and the Baltimore Orioles finalized their $18.5 million contract Friday. After the past three seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays, Bassitt is staying in the AL East with a deal that includes a $3 million signing bonus. He can earn $500,000 in performance bonuses if he starts at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Acts of heroism emerge from tragedy of Tumbler Ridge, B.C., murders: B.C. Premier Eby
By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2026
In the science classroom at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School on Tuesday, teacher Mark Deeley used a chair to block the door when he heard shots and knew his students were at risk. Inside the room, older students comforted younger ones, offering snacks and telling jokes to mask the fear of what was happening outside. B.C. ... Read More »
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