February 7th, 2026
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Not just pups this time: ‘Puppy Bowl’ embraces older dogs

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

NEW YORK (AP) — This year, the Puppy Bowl isn’t just about puppies. Older dogs are getting some attention, too. There will be a halftime showdown between Team Oldies and Team Goldies, offering a showcase for senior dogs as a reminder that they also need adoption and love. “Everyone wants the puppy and, unfortunately, the ... Read More »

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Pro Picks: Seahawks will edge Patriots to win their second Super Bowl

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Sam Darnold has been traded, discarded and labeled a bust. Now, it’ll take an upset for him not to be called a Super Bowl champion. Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks (16-3) are 4 1/2-point favorites on BetMGM Sportsbook against Drake Maye and the New England Patriots (17-3) on Sunday. It’s a ... Read More »

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Detroit Tigers say Mickey Lolich, the hero of the 1968 World Series, dies at 85

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

DETROIT (AP) — Detroit Tigers say Mickey Lolich, the hero of the 1968 World Series, dies at 85. The Associated Press... Read More »

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How to watch the Daytona 500 and what to watch for in ‘The Great American Race’

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

William Byron will try to become the first driver in history to win the Daytona 500 three consecutive years when the 68th running of “The Great American Race” opens the NASCAR season on Sunday, Feb. 15. Byron won last year’s event in overtime after race leader Denny Hamlin got spun on the final lap, igniting ... Read More »

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49ers’ Kyle Shanahan and Fred Warner to appear on NBC’s Super Bowl pregame show

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan and star linebacker Fred Warner will be part of NBC’s pregame show for the Super Bowl that will be played at the 49ers’ home field of Levi’s Stadium. NBC announced Wednesday that Shanahan, Warner, three-time AP Defensive Player of the Year Aaron Donald and four-time All-Pro ... Read More »

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How Super Bowl halftime moments became flashpoints from the ‘wardrobe malfunction’ to caged kids

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — For a show that lasts roughly 13 minutes, the Super Bowl halftime performance has fueled decades of conversation. Sometimes the spark comes from a single moment — as it did when Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake’s infamous “wardrobe malfunction” triggered a broadcast reckoning. Other times, it arrives through imagery and intent, ... Read More »

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Werder Bremen hires Daniel Thioune as coach after Horst Steffen’s exit

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

BREMEN, Germany (AP) — Werder Bremen hired Daniel Thioune as coach to replace Horst Steffen, who was fired over the weekend after a 10-game winless run in the Bundesliga. Bremen said Wednesday that Thioune, who has previously coached Hamburger SV and Fortuna Düsseldorf in the second division, is taking over with immediate effect. “We had ... Read More »

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Ter Stegen’s hamstring surgery puts World Cup participation at risk

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

GIRONA, Spain (AP) — Injured Germany goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen will undergo surgery Friday on his left hamstring, putting his chances of playing at the World Cup in doubt. La Liga club Girona said Wednesday that a time frame for the 33-year-old Ter Stegen’s return will be determined after surgery. The hamstring injury was confirmed ... Read More »

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats sign veteran CFL middle linebacker Wynton McManis

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

HAMILTON — Wynton McManis wasn’t unemployed long. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats signed the veteran middle linebacker Wednesday, a day after he was released by the Toronto Argonauts. McManis joining the Ticats wasn’t much of a surprise, though, as he lives in Toronto year-round and has a daughter and son. His arrival also fills a need for ... Read More »

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Flyhalf Jalibert gets chance to relaunch France career against Ireland in 6 Nations

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

PARIS (AP) — Flyhalf Matthieu Jalibert has a chance to relaunch his international career when France faces Ireland in the Six Nations opener on Thursday. With first-choice flyhalf Romain Ntamack recovering from a kidney injury, Jalibert faces the Irish at Stade de France. It gives him an opportunity to impress coach Fabien Galthié after making ... Read More »

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Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar gets a temporary restraining order in his bid to keep playing for the Vols

By Canadian Press on February 4th, 2026

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar has been granted a temporary restraining order in his lawsuit against the NCAA as he seeks an extra year of eligibility enabling him to continue playing for the Volunteers this fall. The ruling was granted Wednesday after Aguilar filed suit last week in Knox County Chancery Court ... Read More »

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