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Calgary, Edmonton join forces for 2028 World Cup of Hockey bid
CALGARY — Calgary and Edmonton are joining forces in an attempt to bring the World…
Rory McIlroy says it’s a shame Jon Rahm has rejected a ‘generous’ European peace offering
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Rory McIlroy says it’s “a shame” Jon Rahm is the only…
US biathlon head coach steps down after team falls short in bid to win its first Olympic medal
U.S. Biathlon head coach Armin Auchentaller will leave the team at the end of this…
Claims of ‘rediscovered’ Michelangelos unsettle Renaissance experts
ROME (AP) — An independent researcher claimed on Wednesday that a marble bust of Christ…
Man United’s Harry Maguire gets suspended sentence over 2020 nightclub incident in Greece
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Manchester United defender Harry Maguire was given a 15-month suspended sentence…
Carney supports U.S. strikes on Iran ‘with regret’ — what are other leaders saying?
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Wednesday Canada supports U.S. and Israeli strikes on…
Robert Vilahamn named coach of the NWSL’s Portland Thorns
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Robert Vilahamn was announced Wednesday as the new coach of the…
From theaters to TVs: Apple bets its F1 movie buzz can drive viewers to the races on Apple TV
Apple succeeded when it brought Formula 1 to the big screen last year. It hopes…
Daughter of Canadian woman killed in Dominican bus crash left in dark on dad’s condition
The daughter of a Canadian woman killed in a bus crash in the Dominican Republic…
UNC has 40 years of history in its Smith Center home. Deciding what’s next is proving complicated
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina had just completed its first-ever 18-0 season at…
Braves manager says he’s disappointed about Profar but the suspension creates opportunity for others
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said Wednesday he was disappointed but determined to keep a…
No More Foundation launches antiviolence campaign with Brazil ahead of the Women’s World Cup
The No More Foundation has partnered with Brazil to launch an initiative surrounding the 2027…
Moms describe being trapped in a cycle of anguish when a loved one faces mental health crises
TORONTO — Nancy Saunders says her son Ben Brennan accomplished so much in his short…
Claims of ‘rediscovered’ Michelangelos unsettle Renaissance experts
ROME (AP) — An independent researcher claimed on Wednesday that a marble bust of Christ…
Allen’s record-breaking century earns New Zealand big win over South Africa in T20 World Cup semis
KOLKATA, India (AP) — New Zealand opener Finn Allen smashed the fastest-ever century in a…
See the world in vertical: Top photos by AP photojournalists
Feb. 25 – March 3, 2026 AP mobile scroll: a selection of standout vertical images…
Rubble and cranes at Azteca as workers race for March 28 reopening ahead of World Cup
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Three giant cranes stand a few meters from the main entrance…
Luke Donald to return as Ryder Cup captain for Europe for 2027 competition
VIRGINIA WATER, England (AP) — European players chanted, “Two more years!” when they won the…
The director and ‘The Bride!’ Maggie Gyllenhaal and Jessie Buckley dare you to meet your monster
Maggie Gyllenhaal had earned a little currency as a filmmaker and wanted to make something…
Atlanta Braves’ Jurickson Profar suspended for 2026 season following second positive drug test
NEW YORK (AP) — Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar was suspended for the 2026 season…
Rahm says European tour is ‘extorting’ LIV players by making them play more events to rejoin tour
Jon Rahm tore into the European tour Tuesday over its offer for him and other…
Governments scramble to bring citizens home during travel chaos caused by war in the Middle East
PARIS (AP) — Governments across the world scrambled to organize the return of their citizens…
With 100 days to go, World Cup faces new challenges with Iran war and Mexico violence
GENEVA (AP) — With 100 days to go until the World Cup, the Iran war…
Iran player Sara Didar holds back tears responding to a war-related question at Women’s Asian Cup
GOLD COAST, Australia (AP) — Sara Didar choked back tears as she shared the concerns…