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Russian flag returns as Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics open amid Iran war and boycott
VERONA, Italy (AP) — The Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics opened Friday amid the tensions of…
Forrest, Ideson look to lead Canada back to gold in wheelchair curling at Paralympics
Enjoyment has a hand in the longevity of Ina Forrest’s curling career. Success has another…
A guide to the six sports at the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics
MILAN (AP) — The Winter Paralympics officially start on Friday, with the opening ceremony in…
Gushue rides wave of hometown support to undefeated record in Brier pool play
ST. JOHN’S — Spurred by a raucous hometown crowd, Brad Gushue’s curling team closed out…
IPC hails biggest Winter Paralympics ever and record female participation at Milan Cortina Games
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — The International Paralympic Committee is celebrating the biggest ever Paralympic…
Paralympians try to focus on Milan Cortina Games amid tensions over Iran war, return of Russian flag
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — Athletes at the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics, the first global…
Winter Paralympics 50th anniversary: Chinese dominance expected amid boycotts over Russian flag
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — The Winter Paralympics come to Milan Cortina to celebrate their…
Another difficult night for Iran in 4-0 loss to Australia at Women’s Asian Cup
GOLD COAST, Australia (AP) — After the anthems were sung and the pre-game formalities it…
E.J. Harnden soaks in last Brier hurrah with brother Ryan
ST. JOHN’S — The Harnden brothers expect there will be tears, whenever it ends. E.J.…
“Battle of the Brads” looms at Brier, playoff races heat up
ST. JOHN’S — The “Battle of the Brads” and the race for remaining playoff spots…
Arsenal beats Brighton to move 7 points ahead in title race after Man City draws with Forest
LONDON (AP) — Arsenal moved seven points ahead of Manchester City at the top of…
Curling rocked again as 2 stones are stolen at the Milan Cortina Paralympics
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — It’s another scandal for curling, this time at the Paralympics.…
Alberta’s Kevin Koe off to strong start at Brier despite ‘weird’ preparation
ST. JOHN’S — Unorthodox preparation didn’t hamper Kevin Koe’s curling team to start the Montana’s…
Defending champion Jacobs improves to 4-0 at Brier with win over King
ST. JOHN’S — Manitoba’s Matt Dunstone defeated Jamie Koe of the Northwest Territories 8-3 on…
End the ban: France backs return of intellectually disabled athletes to Winter Paralympics
LANS-EN-VERCORS, France (AP) — On a well-groomed, snow-covered slope in the Montagnes de Lans ski…
Alberta’s Koe remains unbeaten at Montana’s Brier with wins over McEwen, Grattan
ST. JOHN’S — Kevin Koe’s unbeaten Alberta squad moved to the top of Pool B…
Recent runners-up Dunstone, McEwen among Draw 2 winners at Brier
ST. JOHN’S — Recent runners-up Matt Dunstone and Mike McEwen continued to chase an elusive…
Asian and Black skips look to carve a place in curling history at Brier
ST. JOHN’S — Two curlers believed to be the first Black and Asian skips in…
Gushue opens final Montana’s Brier with 10-2 victory over Quebec
ST. JOHN’S — Brad Gushue opened his final Montana’s Brier on a winning note Friday…
McGregor, Wilkie surprised by flag-bearer honour ahead of Milan Cortina Paralympics
A bit of friendly deception helped surprise Natalie Wilkie and Tyler McGregor with news they…
Canadian Paralympians enjoy parade, cheers before boarding flights to Italy for Games
MISSISSAUGA — Mark Ideson felt the weight and support of his country behind him. The…
A capsule look at the 2026 Canadian men’s curling championship field
A capsule look at the field for the 2026 Canadian men’s curling championship, Feb. 27…
Decorated curler Brad Gushue braces for big Brier feelings in his hometown
Curling drama didn’t end with the Olympic Games. The Montana’s Brier, starting Friday in his…
Reid Carruthers announces retirement from competitive curling
WINNIPEG — Curler Reid Carruthers is retiring after a career that saw him capture Brier…