February 16th, 2026
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RCMP say investigation of shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School completed

By Canadian Press on February 16th, 2026

TUMBLER RIDGE — RCMP say an investigation of the crime scene at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School where five students and an educator were killed last week has concluded. Police say in a statement that the school has been turned back over to the local school district. Mounties pulled down the yellow tape that had surrounded ... Read More »

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Car dealers still seeking reimbursement for EVs sold under old rebates program

By Canadian Press on February 16th, 2026

OTTAWA — The reborn federal electric vehicle rebate program is set to launch today — but some of Canada’s auto dealers say they’re still out tens of thousands dollars from the last one. Starting today, Canadians can access up to $5,000 in government rebates toward the purchase of new electric vehicles that cost less than ... Read More »

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Canadian women eye hockey gold-medal final; speedskaters, skiers aim for medals

By Canadian Press on February 16th, 2026

MILAN — Canada’s women’s hockey team is one step closer to playing for gold as it takes on Switzerland in the semifinals and eyes will be set on speedskating for another potential short-track medal on Day 10 of the Milan Cortina Olympics. The women’s hockey squad is coming off a 5-1 quarterfinal win over Germany ... Read More »

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Steve Smith activated for Australia’s T20 World Cup squad to replace injured Josh Hazlewood

By Canadian Press on February 16th, 2026

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Steve Smith has been added to Australia’s squad at the Twenty20 World Cup officially as an injury replacement for fast bowler Josh Hazlewood. The 36-year-old Smith was rushed to Colombo at the start of the tournament when skipper Mitch Marsh was ruled out of Australia’s opening win over Ireland. Smith, ... Read More »

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Celtics star Jaylen Brown disputes Beverly Hills’ claims about his event that was shut down

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown disputed the City of Beverly Hills’ claims after an event he hosted on the eve of the NBA All-Star Game was shut down because the city said it lacked a permit. “I’m offended by Beverly Hills, by the statement they put out, like we applied for ... Read More »

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Celtics star Jaylen Brown disputes Beverly Hills’ claims it shut down event he hosted

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown disputed the City of Beverly Hills’ claims after an event he hosted on the eve of the NBA All-Star Game was shut down because the city said it lacked a permit. “I’m offended by Beverly Hills, by the statement they put out, like we applied for ... Read More »

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Brazil’s Lula gets image boost at Rio Carnival, but also faces legal risks

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Rio de Janeiro’s Sambadrome hosted a glitzy parade Sunday evening celebrating Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in a year he bids for his fourth inconsecutive term. However, his adversaries are crying foul and seeking legal action against the 80-year-old leader and the samba school, alleging the tribute kicked ... Read More »

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Johnson scores 24 to guide Bradley to 70-60 victory over Southern Illinois

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) — Jaquan Johnson scored 24 points to lead Bradley to a 70-60 victory over Southern Illinois on Sunday. Johnson made 9 of 18 shots with two 3-pointers for the Braves (18-9, 11-5 Missouri Valley Conference), adding seven rebounds, three assists and three steals. Alex Huibregtse hit four 3-pointers and scored 14. Quel’Ron ... Read More »

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Raiders coach Klint Kubiak elevates Rob Leonard and hires Andrew Janocko as coordinators

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — New Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak wasted little time in choosing his offensive and defensive coordinators since being hired less than a week ago. Raiders defensive line coach and run game coordinator Rob Leonard was officially elevated to defensive coordinator on Sunday, and Seahawks quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko will follow ... Read More »

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No. 17 TCU women grab top spot in Big 12 Conference after beating No. 19 West Virginia 59-50

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Marta Suarez and Clara Silva both finished with 14 points to help No. 17 TCU beat No. 19 West Virginia 59-50 on Sunday night and take over the top spot in the Big 12 Conference. TCU (23-4, 11-3), which won the regular-season and conference tournament titles last season, is tied ... Read More »

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Tre’ Johnson, the former NFL offensive lineman who became a high school history teacher, dies at 54

By Canadian Press on February 15th, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tre’ Johnson, the former standout Washington offensive lineman who went on to become a Maryland high school history teacher, died Sunday. He was 54. Johnson’s wife, Irene, announced the death in a Facebook post, saying he died during a short family trip. “It is with a heavy heart that I inform you ... Read More »

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