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The Latest: Vance says Insurrection Act not needed ‘right now’ in Minneapolis
Vice President JD Vance on Thursday said the Insurrection Act wouldn’t be needed “right now”…
LISTEN: Broncos star Nik Bonitto says the team has full confidence in backup QB Jarrett Stidham
Broncos edge rusher Nik Bonitto discusses the upcoming AFC championship game against New England, the…
The Seahawks and Rams meet for the third time, this time with a spot in the Super Bowl on the line
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — To some extent, Seahawks defensive lineman Leonard Williams was anticipating that…
‘Sinners’ makes history, setting Oscars nomination record
Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic “Sinners” led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th…
Venezuela opens debate on an oil sector overhaul as Trump seeks role for US firms
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela’s legislature advanced a bill on Thursday to loosen state control…
DiCaprio to AP on Oscar nomination: ‘It’s about trying to be in films that are memorable’
Leonardo DiCaprio picked up his sixth lead actor Oscar nomination Thursday morning for carrying the…
‘City of artists’: Montreal animators, director on representing their hometown at the Oscars
Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski say it’s a “weird emotional honour” to represent Montreal at…
The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists
Jan. 16 – 22, 2026 This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Eloy Martin, highlights…
Jakara Anthony, Scotty James among 53 athletes named in Australian team for Milan Cortina Games
SYDNEY (AP) — Defending moguls gold medalist Jakara Anthony and five-time Olympian Scotty James in…
Lutnick calls Carney’s speech ‘political noise’ and cautions Canada on China deal
WASHINGTON — U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick called Prime Minister Mark Carney’s speech at the…
UFC 324: Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett headline first Paramount+ card
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett will be the faces of the…
Could a president deploy wartime law against the Beatles? Trump administration says “Yes”
A federal judge hearing arguments Thursday over President Donald Trump’s use of an 18th-century wartime…
Grondin, O’Dine among 13 snowboarders named to Canada’s Olympic roster
TORONTO — Olympic medallists Éliot Grondin and Meryeta O’Dine headline Canada’s snowboard cross team for…
Runnalls leads Canada’s biathlon team into 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
CANMORE — Seven of eight athletes on Canada’s biathlon team will make their Olympic debuts…
Denmark and Greenland say sovereignty is not negotiable after Trump’s reversal on tariffs
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Leaders of Denmark and Greenland insisted Thursday that the island’s sovereignty…
LISTEN: Donald Trump’s second first term’s theme is ‘determination,’ AP reporters say
WASHINGTON (AP) — In the year since President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, he’s made sweeping…
US sanctions Costa Rican drug network, including a beauty salon, for trafficking cocaine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. imposed sanctions on five Costa Ricans and five Costa Rican…
Trump administration to block foreign aid from those promoting abortion, DEI and gender identity
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is expanding its ban on U.S. foreign aid for…
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars named Olympic torchbearers for Milan Cortina Games
MILAN — The stars of the popular Canadian hockey drama “Heated Rivalry” are headed to…
Mets acquire ace pitcher Freddy Peralta from Brewers in trade
NEW YORK (AP) — The active New York Mets acquired ace pitcher Freddy Peralta and…
Spinners lead Sri Lanka to victory over England in ODI series opener
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka spinners thrived in favorable conditions at home to…
Divide between U.S. striker Josh Sargent and Norwich City intensifies as TFC watches
It appears that the divide between striker Josh Sargent, a reported Toronto FC transfer target,…
Medalist among 7 athletes caught doping in fresh tests from 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Seven athletes from the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, including one…
Springboks and All Blacks taking rivalry to the US for the first time
BALTIMORE (AP) — South Africa and New Zealand are taking international rugby’s greatest rivalry to…