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Penguin Press founder Ann Godoff, a powerhouse editor of bestsellers and prize winners, dies at 76
NEW YORK (AP) — Ann Godoff, a leading book publisher for more than 30 years…
Canadian says NFL team that drafts him will reap benefits on and off the field
Akheem Mesidor feels any NFL team drafting him will get the total package. “On the…
The top photos of the day by AP’s photojournalists
From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top…
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…
OECD criticizes Ottawa over ‘persistent delays’ in appointing new budget officer
OTTAWA — An international economic group is criticizing the federal government over “persistent delays” in…
Shrinking North American bird population is getting worse faster. Experts blame agriculture, warming
WASHINGTON (AP) — Billions fewer birds are flying through North American skies than decades ago…
Premier League to launch its own streaming platform in Singapore next season
LONDON (AP) — The Premier League is launching a Netflix-style direct-to-customer streaming platform from next…
Spanish soccer league wants to try again in the US and resurrect overseas game
LONDON (AP) — The Spanish soccer league wants to resurrect plans to stage a regular-season…
Wesley Hunt is facing attacks from better-known rivals Cornyn, Paxton in Texas’ GOP Senate primary
DALLAS (AP) — Texas U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt’s rivals have increased their attacks on the…
Max Scherzer and Toronto Blue Jays agree to $3 million, 1-year deal, AP source says
NEW YORK (AP) — Max Scherzer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays. Two weeks…
Rick Campanelli to reveal secret demons that ‘will shock many’ in new memoir
Broadcasting personality Rick Campanelli is releasing a memoir revealing dark secrets he says “will shock…
Broadcasting personality Marilyn Denis to sign off from CHUM 104.5 after 40 years
Marilyn Denis is signing off after 40 years on Toronto morning radio airwaves. The Canadian…
Carney follows up speech in Davos with trip to India, Australia, Japan
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney left Ottawa Thursday morning for a 10-day visit to…
IndyCar roars into its season opener at St. Petersburg as Alex Palou chases a 4th straight title
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — IndyCar opens its season with a roaring four races in…
Jersey votes to approve assisted dying, as a similar UK bill stalls in House of Lords
LONDON (AP) — A second British island voted Thursday to approve assisted dying, as a…
New football chinstrap designed to lessen force of blows to facemask
Erin Hanson wants to make taking it on the chin in football much safer in…
Wardley seeks a ‘crowning moment’ vs Dubois after Usyk vacated WBO belt
LONDON (AP) — WBO heavyweight champion Fabio Wardley wants his “crowning moment” against Daniel Dubois…
F1’s new era demands a new driving style as ‘big four’ seek opening victory in Australia
Chaotic starts, tricky overtaking, lifting off the gas on straights. Formula 1’s new era of…
Dortmund takes on Bayern but will der Klassiker live up to its name?
BERLIN (AP) — Der Klassiker is in danger of not living up to its name.…
Bangladesh court orders authorities to request Interpol red notice for arrest of British MP
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — A court in Bangladesh’s capital on Thursday ordered authorities to request…
Raptors bigs’ strategy works against Wembanyama but Toronto still comes up short
TORONTO — When the Toronto Raptors announced their starting lineup against the San Antonio Spurs,…
Kucherov has a goal and 2 assists as the Lightning beat the Maple Leafs 4-2
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Nikita Kucherov scored to give him his ninth 30-goal season and…
Vancouver Whitecaps down C.S. Cartagines, advance in CONCACAF Champions Cup
VANCOUVER — A successful season last year taught the Vancouver Whitecaps the importance of staying…