March 13th, 2026
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Trade bet unravels as the Titans move on from L’Jarius Sneed after two seasons

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans released cornerback L’Jarius Sneed on Friday after two disappointing seasons in a move that frees up more salary cap space for a franchise that has been investing heavily in free agents in the new NFL year. Sneed played only 12 games combined in 2024 and 2025 without a ... Read More »

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From rubble to mountain: Banker who lost leg in 2010 earthquake is Haiti’s first Winter Paralympian

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — A man who lost his left leg after being trapped for eight hours in the 2010 earthquake in Haiti made his nation proud on Friday. Ralf Etienne became Haiti’s first ever Winter Paralympian when he competed in the giant slalom standing race at the Milan Cortina Games. “So, ‘Haiti has ... Read More »

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Cadeau and McKenney deliver as No. 3 Michigan advances to Big Ten Tournament semifinals

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

CHICAGO (AP) — Michigan coach Dusty May leaned on Elliot Cadeau in the final minutes, and freshman Trey McKenney also stepped up at times. It’s a group effort for the Wolverines when it comes to replacing L.J. Cason. Cadeau and McKenney helped No. 3 Michigan hold off Ohio State for a 71-67 victory in the ... Read More »

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Canada’s Wilkie wins biathlon gold, wheelchair curling and Para hockey teams win

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

LAGO — Canadian nordic ski star Natalie Wilkie earned her second gold and fourth medal of the Milan Cortina Paralympics with a win in the women’s biathlon standing sprint pursuit on Friday. The Salmon Arm, B.C., native finished with a time of 12 minutes 18.0 seconds. Ukraine’s Iryna Bui (12:35.7) and Oleksandra Kononova (12:49.0) grabbed ... Read More »

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College Basketball Invitational cancels tournament after only 11 teams accepted bids in 2025

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

The 2026 College Basketball Invitational has been canceled, leaving the College Basketball Crown as the only men’s postseason tournament besides the NCAA and NIT. “Due to circumstances beyond our control, the CBI will not be held this year,” the CBI announced in a social media post Thursday. “We will see you next year!” Messages seeking ... Read More »

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No. 4 Florida cruises to third victory over Kentucky to open SEC Tournament title defense

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Alex Condon scored 22 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, and fourth-ranked Florida took the first step toward defending its Southeastern Conference Tournament title by beating Kentucky 71-63 Friday in the quarterfinals. The Gators (26-6) never trailed and were tied only once while winning their 12th straight game. The regular-season SEC champions, ... Read More »

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Questions linger about duties of incoming national security and intelligence adviser

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

OTTAWA — As Canada’s national security and intelligence adviser prepares to leave her post, there are questions about the exact role her successor will play. Early this month, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that David Morrison, currently deputy minister of foreign affairs, would become his senior diplomatic and international affairs adviser and his representative for ... Read More »

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Toronto director’s worst fears were realized. He channelled his grief into ‘Undertone’

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

TORONTO — A new A24 horror film that’s attracted social media buzz and is being released internationally this weekend was inspired by a Toronto filmmaker’s own fears and personal loss. Ian Tuason’s “Undertone” stars “The Handmaid’s Tale” actress Nina Kiri as a woman who’s haunted by disturbing audio sent by her paranormal podcast co-host, played ... Read More »

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Dupont feels France focus is sharper for Six Nations title shot against England

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

PARIS (AP) — Captain Antoine Dupont has sensed a better attitude and attention by his France teammates as they try and satisfy a second shot at lifting the Six Nations trophy on Saturday. France host England at the Stade de France in the championship curtain-closer knowing a bonus-point win should be enough. The permutation will ... Read More »

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Embattled Pitt men’s basketball coach Jeff Capel will return next season

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jeff Capel is sticking around in Pittsburgh. Athletic director Allen Greene announced Friday that Capel will be back for a ninth season despite a disappointing 13-20 mark this year that ended with a 98-88 loss to North Carolina State in the second round of the ACC tournament. “I believe our best path ... Read More »

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Brazil’s soap opera industry is the secret agent behind powerful films at the Oscars

By Canadian Press on March 13th, 2026

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Hollywood actors might rule the silver screen — as Sunday’s Academy Awards are poised to prove — but Brazil’s path to stardom often starts under the bright lights of a TV studio rather than a sprawling movie set. Since at least the 1960s, the telenovelas, or soap operas, produced by ... Read More »

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