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Quebec language watchdog now says it’s OK to use ‘go’ to support sports teams
MONTREAL — Quebec’s language watchdog has changed its tune on whether it’s acceptable to use…
Lewis Hamilton warns against rushing an ‘F1’ movie sequel after box-office success
SILVERSTONE, England (AP) — Lewis Hamilton says he just wants to enjoy the “F1” movie’s…
‘Grand welcome’: Calgary Stampede starts with parade led by country star Shania Twain
CALGARY — Country music superstar Shania Twain, in a white hat and white fringed jacket,…
BBC sacks a second ‘MasterChef’ host over claim he used racist language
LONDON (AP) — The BBC said Tuesday that longtime “MasterChef” host John Torode has been…
Which strength training method is best for you? Experts break down the options
When it comes to weight-resistance exercise, you can choose free weights such as dumbbells or…
Book Review: Christine Brennan’s ‘On Her Game’ explores the Caitlin Clark Effect on the WNBA
“On Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women’s Sports,” the title of USA…
Big East, ESPN reunite with 6-year media rights deal
The Big East Conference and ESPN announced a six-year digital media rights deal on Tuesday.…
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the NBA 2K26 cover athlete after MVP, title-winning season
Hamilton’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the cover athlete of NBA 2K26 following his MVP and title-winning…
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the NBA 2K26 cover athlete after MVP, title-winning season
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the cover athlete of NBA 2K26 following his MVP and title-winning season,…
Taylor Fritz credits girlfriend Morgan Riddle after Wimbledon win sends him to semifinal
LONDON (AP) — Morgan knows best, apparently. Taylor Fritz thought the motivational note he wrote…
NBA 2K26 launches Sept. 5 with Angel Reese and Carmelo Anthony featured on special editions
2K Games announced Wednesday that NBA 2K26 will be released on Sept. 5 and Angel…
Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren recovering from double lung transplant
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren, who has been hospitalized…
Prime Video brings familiar faces and new voices to NBA coverage
Prime Video will have many familiar faces along with some new voices when it begins…
Wrexham opens its Down Under tour with a win but without Hollywood owners
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Wrexham opened a three-match tour of Australia and New Zealand on…
After battling leukemia, Tsubasa Endoh signs one-day contract to retire as TFC player
TORONTO — Tsubasa Endoh comes full circle Saturday when he retires as a Toronto FC…
Who is Morgan Riddle? A fashion influencer at Wimbledon who attends boyfriend Taylor Fritz’s matches
LONDON (AP) — Morgan Riddle’s effect on Wimbledon semifinalist Taylor Fritz’s rise in the rankings…
Simu Liu, Jeremy Lin headline celebrity basketball game at ARC World in Toronto
ARC World may be a celebration of Asian culture, but organizer Clement Chu hopes that…
Guardiola hears boos at Oasis concert in Manchester after band dedicates song to ‘greatest manager’
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Some Oasis fans weren’t quite “mad fer it” when the band…
The One Where Iga Swiatek Got A Hug from Courteney Cox After Winning Wimbledon
LONDON (AP) — Call this episode of Iga Swiatek’s marvelous tennis career “The One Where…
Horse euthanized after injury during chuckwagon race at Calgary Stampede
CALGARY — Officials from the Calgary Stampede say a horse that was hurt during a…
CFL will review its procotols regarding the updating of fans in weather delays
TORONTO — The CFL is reviewing how it updates fans during weather-related issues after poor…
Club World Cup final averaged 1.3 million viewers on TBS
ATLANTA (AP) — Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain averaged 1.3 million viewers on TBS…
Contingency plans unclear for 2026 World Cup wildfire smoke risks
While some organizations have published clear air quality thresholds or contingency protocols for wildfire smoke,…
Wimbledon men’s final ratings up and semifinals were most-viewed since last Federer-Nadal matchup
BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) — Jannik Sinner’s victory over Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon men’s final…