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Fritz, Shelton pick up emphatic victories to set up all-American semifinal at NBO
TORONTO — Taylor Fritz stepped under the spotlight and almost immediately blasted three aces with…
Son Heung-min signs with MLS’ Los Angeles FC after decade at Tottenham
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Son Heung-min agreed to a contract with Los Angeles FC on…
Division among Brazilians over Bolsonaro house arrest order could set the tone for next election
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazilians were divided Tuesday over a house arrest order against former…
Clara Tauson advances to NBO semifinals, dedicates win to late grandfather
MONTREAL — Clara Tauson wore a heavy heart when she took the court Tuesday night.…
What’s known and not yet known about the Justice Department’s scrutiny of Trump-Russia probe origins
WASHINGTON (AP) — News that Attorney General Pam Bondi is advancing a criminal investigation into…
Confederate statues in DC area to be restored and replaced in line with Trump’s executive order
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Washington, D.C.-area statues commemorating the Confederacy will be restored and replaced,…
Blaze near Cathedral Grove, but B.C. fire service says ancient forest not at risk
Vancouver Island photographer Colby Rex O’Neill has had restless nights as a wildfire burns less…
Seattle NHL team’s mascot has a close encounter with a brown bear during video shoot in Alaska
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Kraken forward John Hayden and the team’s blue-haired troll mascot had…
Ministers Champagne, Anand in Mexico to strengthen countries’ ties
OTTAWA — Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne and Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand were in Mexico…
BC Wildfire Service warns AI photos spread misinformation and uncertainty
VANCOUVER — The BC Wildfire Service is warning about AI-generated images spreading misinformation and uncertainty…
Back to Seattle: Carroll, Smith return in Raiders-Seahawks pre-season game
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Seattle represents a proving ground for Pete Carroll and Geno Smith.…
Back to Seattle: Carroll and Smith return in Raiders-Seahawks preseason game
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Seattle represents a proving ground for Pete Carroll and Geno Smith.…
Mohawk Council of Kahnawake considering road tolls in response to federal cuts
KAHNAWAKE — The Mohawk Council of Kahnawake said Tuesday that it is looking at imposing…
Trump’s redistricting fight could broaden and last a while with Texas and California as epicenters
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The two most populous U.S. states — California and Texas —…
The Latest: House committee issues subpoenas for Epstein files, depositions with Clintons and others
The House Oversight Committee subpoenaed the Department of Justice on Tuesday for files in the…
U.S. ambassador says wildfires offer a reminder of countries’ shared challenges
OTTAWA — U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra said Tuesday that Canada’s recent wildfires offer…
Michigan Gov. Whitmer makes another White House visit to meet with Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer met with President Donald Trump at the White…
With her star rising, Canadian sensation Victoria Mboko set for NBO semifinal
MONTREAL — Victoria Mboko isn’t only winning over Canadian fans with her captivating run at…
Junos introduce Latin music category in effort to recognize more Canadian-made sounds
TORONTO — The Juno Awards are adding a dash of Latin flavour to next year’s…
Mexican authorities arrest outspoken activist ahead of a planned migrant caravan
TAPACHULA, Mexico (AP) — Authorities arrested an outspoken activist and immigration advocate in southern Mexico…
Brewers’ successful promotion could result in more alumni home-run derby events
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Maybe the Home Run Derby doesn’t have to be limited to All-Star…
Ottawa signs contract with Canadian firm to make drones for Halifax-class ships
OTTAWA — The federal government has contracted a Canadian firm to outfit the Royal Canadian…
Privacy commissioner to investigate WestJet cybersecurity breach
OTTAWA — The office of Canada’s privacy commissioner says it has opened an investigation into…
Montreal Pride organizers have reversed ban on Jewish community group in parade
MONTREAL — Organizers for the upcoming Montreal Pride parade have reversed their decision to exclude…