National Sports
On the road again: AP joins ACC commissioner Jim Phillips as he racks up miles hitting league events
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jim Phillips stood near the ACC Network’s pregame set outside Acrisure Stadium, his dark suit standing out amid droves of Pittsburgh fans decked out in gameday gear ahead of the Panthers’ spotlight-grabbing visit from Notre Dame. One recognized the Atlantic Coast Conference commissioner as she walked by. “It’s great to see you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!President of Ligue 1 club Lorient plans to fold stake into Black Knight Football Club group
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
LORIENT, France (AP) — The president of Lorient wants to fold his stake in the club into the Black Knight Football Club group (BKFC), which would then become the sole shareholder of the French team. In an interview published on the club’s website on Sunday, Loïc Féry said BKFC is set to take on a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Texans win in final seconds, but must improve to beat Bills
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans improved to .500 for the first time this season with a last-second win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. But they know they’ll have to play much better Thursday if they hope to win their third straight when they host the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night. The Texans (5-5) ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!YouTuber Jake Paul to fight two-time world heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua next month
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul will fight recent world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in a professional bout on Dec. 19. The heavyweight bout, which will consist of eight three-minute rounds, will take place at Kaseya Center in Miami and will be streamed live on Netflix. It will be the toughest fight yet for the 28-year-old Paul, who ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cincinnati Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase suspended one game for spitting on Pittsburgh Steelers’ Jalen Ramsey
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Cincinnati Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase suspended one game for spitting on Pittsburgh Steelers’ Jalen Ramsey. The Associated Press... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Germany and Netherlands reach the World Cup after big wins in final qualifiers
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
LEIPZIG, Germany (AP) — So much for Germany being at risk of missing the World Cup. A 6-0 thrashing of Slovakia on Monday completed Germany’s recovery from a shocking start to group play as the four-time champion maintained its proud record of always qualifying for the World Cup. The Germans will be competing on soccer’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Germany qualifies for 2026 World Cup
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
LEIPZIG, Germany (AP) — Germany qualifies for 2026 World Cup. The Associated Press... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kicker Matt Gay released by the Washington Commanders after 2 more missed field-goal tries
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
Kicker Matt Gay was released by the Washington Commanders on Monday, a day after he missed two field-goal attempts in a 16-13 overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins in Spain. Gay sent a 56-yard try wide right in the closing seconds of the fourth quarter that would have broken a 13-all tie and, in all ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chiefs’ playoff hopes in jeopardy after another last-minute loss, this time to AFC West rival Denver
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Andy Reid tried to shoulder the blame for the Kansas City Chiefs’ latest loss in Denver on Sunday. Patrick Mahomes tried to take it, too. No need to fight over it: There was plenty of blame to go around. Now, the Chiefs find themselves 5-5 with seven games to go ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!President Donald Trump unveils ‘FIFA Pass’ to help World Cup travelers get their visas faster
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is announcing a new initiative for foreigners traveling to the U.S. for the World Cup next year that will allow them to get interviews for visas more quickly. Dubbed “FIFA Pass,” it will allow those who have purchased World Cup tickets through FIFA to get expedited visa appointments, as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LeBron James returns to practice with Lakers but hasn’t decided whether to make season debut Tuesday
By Canadian Press on November 17th, 2025
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — LeBron James returned to practice with the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday, and he is waiting to see how he feels after the workout before deciding whether to make his season debut Tuesday. When James returns to Los Angeles’ lineup, he will become the first player in NBA history to ... Read More »
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