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AP source says star infielder Bo Bichette leaves Toronto for Mets
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
Star infielder Bo Bichette is leaving the Toronto Blue Jays for the New York Mets, a source tells The Associated Press. The AP says the deal is for US$126 million over three years. The move comes a day after star outfielder Kyle Tucker reportedly agreed to a $240 million, four-year contract with the Los Angeles ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!UK police chief who recommended ban of soccer fans of Israeli team Maccabi retires
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
LONDON (AP) — The chief of the British police force that recommended that fans from Israeli soccer team Maccabi Tel Aviv be banned from attending a football match against English Premier League club Aston Villa in Birmingham last year retired Friday following criticism of that decision. Craig Guildford, the chief constable of West Midlands Police, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bo Bichette and New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, AP source says
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — Bo Bichette and the New York Mets agreed Friday to a $126 million, three-year contract, two people familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The people spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal was subject to a successful physical. The infielder Bichette can opt out after ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LISTEN: All-Pro QB Matthew Stafford credits teammates, Rams coach Sean McVay for his success
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford talks about having an All-Pro season at age 37, credits his teammates and coach Sean McVay for his success and says his primary focus is on advancing in the playoffs. Rob Maaddi, host: Welcome to On Football, I’m Rob Maaddi. We’re down to eight teams in the running for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!David Suzuki to take theatre project ‘What You Won’t Do For Love’ on Ontario tour
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
TORONTO — David Suzuki is taking his theatre project “What You Won’t Do For Love” on tour across Ontario. The environmentalist broadcaster stars alongside his wife Tara Cullis in the production, which sees the couple reflect on their 50-year partnership. They share the stage with two actors, and the production is set up as a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer and linebacker Kip Lewis to return for final seasons
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer and linebacker Kip Lewis, the team’s offensive and defensive anchors, will return next season. The school made the announcement on a social media post on Thursday. Mateer led the Sooners to the College Football Playoff in his first season after transferring from Washington State. He passed for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bo Bichette and New York Mets agree to $126 million, 3-year contract, AP source says
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — Bo Bichette and New York Mets agree to $126 million, 3-year contract, AP source says. The Associated Press... Read More »
Be the first to comment!PQ leader says it’s time to relaunch debate on sovereignty after Legault resignation
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
MONTREAL — The leader of the Parti Québécois says it’s time to refocus the political debate in Quebec to sovereignty following Premier François Legault’s resignation. Paul St-Pierre Plamondon says Legault has proven the need for independence by failing to secure gains for Quebec in more than seven years in office. Legault founded the Coalition Avenir ... Read More »
1 responseNo. 1 Indiana looking for a storybook ending to complete this real-life Hollywood script at Miami
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
Long before Angelo Pizzo penned the scripts for two of America’s most iconic sports movies, he and his father would make the one-block walk from their home to Indiana’s football stadium. The strolls home usually seemed to take a bit longer because even then, in 1955, losses were the norm. Eventually, the man who introduced ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Portal gives new coaches a shot at a quick turnaround. LSU’s Lane Kiffin tops the rankings for 2026
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
The NCAA transfer portal is a godsend for new coaches. Forget three-, four- and five-year builds. Having roughly 3,000 players looking for fresh landing spots creates long days, sleepless nights and more film study than any NFL rookie quarterback. Those who navigate it best — like Arizona State, Indiana, Ole Miss and Texas Tech in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nova Scotia lobster industry surprised, elated by suspension of Chinese tariff
By Canadian Press on January 16th, 2026
HALIFAX — Key players in Nova Scotia’s lucrative seafood industry are celebrating Ottawa’s successful bid to persuade China to temporarily drop a painful 25 per cent tariff on Canadian lobster and crab. Stewart Lamont, managing director of the Tangier Lobster Company, says the tariff has cost the province’s economy more than $400 million since it ... Read More »
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