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Mystery donor answers prayers of Newfoundland town that fought to keep its church
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
ST. JOHN’S — Residents of a rural Newfoundland community who once locked the doors to their church to block its sale are celebrating this month after a mystery donor bought the building for them. Cynthia Power, chair of the historical corporation in Portugal Cove South, N.L., was emotional as she described the relief and gratitude ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rassie Erasmus frustrated with red cards for Springboks despite winning
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
TURIN, Italy (AP) — A red card for a second straight week prompted South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus to say he was sad for the players he had to sacrifice, including captain Siya Kolisi, in order to beat Italy on Saturday. Lock Franco Mostert was sent off in the 12th minute for a high tackle. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wisconsin RB Gideon Ituka leaves game on backboard after taking 2 big hits against No. 2 Indiana
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Wisconsin running back Gideon Ituka was placed on a backboard and carted off the field after taking two big hits on the same play midway through third quarter at No. 2 Indiana on Saturday. Trainers removed Ituka’s helmet as he was strapped to a backboard while players from both teams took ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mikel Oyarzabal stars as Spain remains perfect in World Cup qualifying, Belgium held
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice as Spain maintained its perfect form in World Cup qualifying with a 4-0 win in Georgia on Saturday as it closed in on a berth at next year’s showpiece tournament. Luis de la Fuente’s side has scored 19 times while conceding zero goals in five group victories. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!SS Rajamouli unveils time-travel adventure film ‘Varanasi,’ with elements of Hindu mythology
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
HYDERABAD, India (AP) — Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, the blockbuster movie director behind global hits like “RRR” and “Baahubali” that redefined Indian cinema’s scale and caught Hollywood’s attention, has unveiled his most ambitious film yet. Known for blending mythic storytelling with grand action and imaginative choreography, Rajamouli announced his latest film — and its title — ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!South Africa’s resilience shines as red card absorbed in win over Italy in Turin
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
TURIN, Italy (AP) — South Africa absorbed a red card for a second straight test and prevailed again in beating Italy 32-14 at the Juventus Stadium on Saturday. The Springboks played a man short for almost 70 minutes after lock Franco Mostert was sent off, but showed the adaptability and resilience that helped them beat ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Federal government plans to invest up to $5.45 million to help grow women’s soccer
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
TORONTO — The federal government has committed up to $5.45 million to support the Northern Super League and help grow women’s professional soccer in Canada. Ottawa, which has started discussions with the first-year league to assess its needs, says the funding is “to deliver transformative upgrades for facilities used by the league across the country.” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Devils leading scorer Jack Hughes out 2 months after finger surgery
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — New Jersey Devils leading scorer Jack Hughes is expected to be out two months after undergoing surgery to repair a finger injury. The team announced Saturday that Hughes had the operation at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. Hughes’ expected return-to-play timeline is eight weeks, and he’ll be reevaluated at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!England downs New Zealand at Twickenham and ends All Blacks’ Grand Slam hopes
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
LONDON (AP) — England defeated New Zealand for the first time at Twickenham in 13 years, winning 33-19 to end the All Blacks’ Grand Slam hopes on Saturday. England was behind 12-0 early but rallied impressively with 25 straight points and 33 of the last 40 for a crushing milestone result. A 10th straight win ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Americana troubadour Todd Snider, alt-country singer-songwriter, dies at 59
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Todd Snider, a singer whose thoughtfully freewheeling tunes and cosmic-stoner songwriting made him a beloved figure in American roots music, has died. He was 59. His record label said Saturday in a statement posted to his social media accounts that Snider died Friday. “Where do we find the words for the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Johnson scores 25, Hawaii beats Manhattan 86-56
By Canadian Press on November 15th, 2025
HONOLULU (AP) — Isaac Johnson’s 25 points helped Hawaii defeat Manhattan 86-56 on Saturday. Johnson also added 11 rebounds for the Rainbow Warriors (3-1). Isaac Finlinson scored 14 points and added seven rebounds. Yacine Toumi shot 2 of 3 from the field and 6 of 8 from the free-throw line to finish with 10 points. ... Read More »
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