World News
Movie Review: Bridget Jones is middle-aged now. And we still love her, just as she is
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
It is a truth universally acknowledged, as Bridget Jones herself might write in her diary, that at the end of any Bridget Jones movie, our heroine has triumphed over all doubts and obstacles and is finally happy. With a man. Well, so far, with one particular man: Mark Darcy, the stuffy-yet-dashing man of her dreams. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada’s 13 premiers in Washington on mission to push back Trump’s tariff threats
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
WASHINGTON — Canada’s premiers are in Washington today to meet with lawmakers, business groups and lobbyists in a joint effort to push back on U.S. President Donald Trump’s plans for devastating duties. It is the first time all 13 premiers have travelled to the American capital together. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, chair of the Council ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local news can help battle disinformation, report finds. But outlets are struggling
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
TORONTO — A new report that surveyed residents of small towns across Canada says a lack of local news outlets weakens community ties and affects people’s understanding of how government, schools and hospitals function. The report comes from the Public Policy Forum think-tank and says years of cuts to local news outlets have whittled down ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!B.C. judge allows eagle sculpture insurance case despite ‘inexcusable’ delays
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
VANCOUVER — A B.C. Supreme Court judge says a lawsuit against insurance companies over the alleged theft of eagle sculptures made of gold and silver can proceed despite years of “inordinate and inexcusable” delays. The ruling posted Tuesday says Forgotten Treasures International’s lawsuit against Lloyd’s Underwriters, HUB International and others can proceed, even though it’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ontario votes: Some party leaders campaigning in Toronto, Ford remains in Washington
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
As Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford spends another day in Washington, D.C., in his capacity as Ontario premier, his opponents will continue courting votes ahead of the provincial election. Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie is expected to make another health-care announcement in Toronto and Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner will also be in the city. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trudeau heads to Brussels to talk security as U.S. tariff threats continue
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
PARIS — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is off to Brussels today as Canada works to deepen its trade and defence ties with Europe. The prime minister’s one-day visit to the Belgian capital includes a meeting with NATO secretary-general Mark Rutte and the European Union’s two most senior leaders. Ursula von der Leyen has been president ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tarleton State hosts Grand Canyon in conference matchup
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
Grand Canyon Antelopes (17-6, 7-2 WAC) at Tarleton State Texans (10-15, 5-5 WAC) Stephenville, Texas; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Grand Canyon takes on Tarleton State in WAC action Thursday. The Texans have gone 8-1 at home. Tarleton State is 2-0 in games decided by less than 4 points. The Antelopes have gone 7-2 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!South Alabama hosts Marshall following Dunning’s 22-point game
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
Marshall Thundering Herd (15-10, 8-4 Sun Belt) at South Alabama Jaguars (16-9, 8-4 Sun Belt) Mobile, Alabama; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: South Alabama hosts Marshall after Barry Dunning Jr. scored 22 points in South Alabama’s 80-65 loss to the Akron Zips. The Jaguars have gone 10-4 at home. South Alabama is ninth in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Covington and UMass-Lowell host Albany (NY)
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
Albany (NY) Great Danes (12-13, 4-6 America East) at UMass-Lowell River Hawks (15-9, 4-5 America East) Lowell, Massachusetts; Thursday, 6 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: UMass-Lowell plays Albany (NY) after Yuri Covington scored 21 points in UMass-Lowell’s 66-54 loss to the Binghamton Bearcats. The River Hawks are 12-2 in home games. UMass-Lowell is second in the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!VCU faces George Washington, aims for 20th win this season
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
VCU Rams (19-5, 9-2 A-10) at George Washington Revolutionaries (16-8, 5-6 A-10) Washington; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rams -9.5; over/under is 141.5 BOTTOM LINE: VCU will look for its 20th victory this season when the Rams visit the George Washington. The Revolutionaries are 11-2 on their home court. George Washington ranks fourth ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Holy Cross hosts Cox and Colgate
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
Colgate Raiders (10-15, 7-5 Patriot League) at Holy Cross Crusaders (12-13, 4-8 Patriot League) Worcester, Massachusetts; Wednesday, 6 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Raiders -3.5; over/under is 145.5 BOTTOM LINE: Colgate plays Holy Cross after Jalen Cox scored 22 points in Colgate’s 82-68 win over the Loyola (MD) Greyhounds. The Crusaders have gone 6-4 in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!
