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Bye week gives the Packers a chance to sort out their special-teams problems
With the season nearly one-quarter of the way done, the Green Bay Packers have reason…
Ticats running back Bell closing in on first pro 1,000-yard rushing campaign
HAMILTON — It’s the Holy Grail for running backs, and a milestone Greg Bell is…
NHL’s Central Division remains a gauntlet through the season and playoffs
Mikko Rantanen was a staple for Colorado, helping the Avalanche win the Stanley Cup as…
Everybody in Washington hates a shutdown until it becomes a useful tool
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government had shut down, and Donald Trump was calling on…
FCS playoffs are a financial drain for most of the 24 teams. Could private equity change that?
Montana State made it all the way to the championship game of the FCS playoffs…
West Indies out for 162 and India 121-2 in reply to start 1st test
AHMEDABAD, India (AP) — Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah shared seven wickets as West Indies…
Canada’s RJ Barrett unfazed by trade rumours and evolving role with Toronto Raptors
RJ Barrett isn’t fazed by his ever-changing role on the Toronto Raptors or even the…
Dallas Stars have a returning coach and the talent for another deep postseason run
Dallas Stars Last season: 50-26-6, lost to Edmonton in Western Conference Final. COACH: Glen Gulutzan,…
Utah Mammoth hoping to ride talented young core to first playoff berth in 6 years
Utah Mammoth Last season: 38-31-13 (89 points), missed the playoffs. COACH: Andre Tourigny (sixth season…
Seattle Kraken hope offseason additions will help avoid 3rd straight losing season
Seattle Kraken Last season: 35-41-6, missed playoffs. COACH: Lane Lambert, hired May 29. SEASON OPENER:…
From Florida’s Everglades to California’s Golden Gate Bridge, the shutdown in photos
The U.S. government shutdown has begun after President Trump and Congress failed to reach a…
Israel orders Palestinians to leave Gaza City, saying those who stay will be considered militants
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s defense minister on Wednesday ordered all remaining Palestinians…
The Latest: Vote to end government shutdown fails as Democrats hold firm on health care demands
The U.S. Senate adjourned for the day on Wednesday with no resolution on how to…
Trump signs an executive order vowing to defend Qatar in the wake of Israel’s strike
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order…
Union leader Rob Ashton pitches ‘working class’ candidacy for NDP leadership
OTTAWA — Rob Ashton, president of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, pitched himself as…
Man gets six years for shooting, arson at Punjabi singer’s home in B.C.
COLWOOD — A Winnipeg man convicted of arson and firing a weapon at the British…
Sole possession of second in West Division up for grabs when Lions host Stampeders
Nathan Rourke and the B.C. Lions appear to be making their late-season push. B.C. (8-7)…
Talented Tampa Bay Lightning are aiming for playoff success and another run at the Stanley Cup
Tampa Bay Lightning Last season: 47-27-8, lost to Florida in first round. COACH: Jon Cooper…
The Latest: Democrats insist upon health-care demands as government shutdown begins
The U.S. is confronting a fresh cycle of uncertainty after President Donald Trump and Congress…
Five Canadian provinces boost their minimum wage, Alberta now lowest
Five provinces are increasing their minimum wage today to support workers amid affordability issues. The…
Trump administration imposes sanctions on some Iranian people and firms after UN decision
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump administration sanctions announced Wednesday target dozens of companies and individuals involved…
Boston Bruins aim for a comeback with new coach Marco Sturm
Boston Bruins Last season: 33-39-10, missed playoffs. COACH: Marco Sturm, hired June 5. First-time NHL…
Dodgers try to sweep Reds in NL Wild Card Series
Cincinnati Reds (83-79, third in the NL Central during the regular season) vs. Los Angeles…
Handling of sex crime allegations at N.S. youth detention centre under scrutiny
HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government is denying allegations that staff at a youth detention…