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Federal employee taken into custody following “active shooter hoax” at NJ’s largest military base
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A federal government employee was taken into custody Tuesday following an…
Carney marks ‘devastating legacy’ of residential schools in Ottawa event
OTTAWA — The federal government will “match remembrance with responsibility,” Prime Minister Mark Carney promised…
Trump calls for using US cities as a ‘training ground’ for military in unusual speech to generals
QUANTICO, Va. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday proposed using American cities as training…
Hegseth wants ‘male standard’ for combat roles. Many female veterans say that’s already the case
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in an address Tuesday to the military’s top leaders waded back…
Friends of the Michigan church shooting suspect say he long carried hatred toward Mormon faith
GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — The man who opened fire in a Michigan church…
Nigel Wright, former chief of staff to Stephen Harper, has died at age 62
OTTAWA — Nigel Wright, a longtime Canadian businessman and former top aide to prime minister…
Schwarzenegger downplays Trump and backs Vatican initiative to ‘terminate’ global warming
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Arnold Schwarzenegger downplayed the Trump administration’s climate skepticism Tuesday and threw…
Ron Washington won’t return as Angels manager after 2 seasons cut short by health issues
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Ron Washington will not return for a third season as the…
Pete Hegseth had a lot to say when he summoned military leaders. Here are some facts and context
NEW YORK (AP) — Armed with a 10-point plan and pacing a stage in Quantico,…
MLB spending disparity on display in playoffs as $509 million Dodgers take on $121 million Reds
NEW YORK (AP) — Baseball’s economic disparity is on display in the playoffs, where the…
Chase DeLauter could make debut in postseason, included on Guardians’ Wild Card Series roster
Chase DeLauter, an outfielder with no major league experience, was included on the Cleveland Guardians’…
The Latest: Hamas says it will study Trump’s peace plan before responding
Hamas said Tuesday it will discuss U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza within…
Here are some effects of a government shutdown if Congress, Trump don’t reach a deal
The federal government is nearing a partial shutdown, with a range of effects on public…
Ski jumper Mackenzie Boyd-Clowes takes to the air again for Canada
CALGARY — Mackenzie Boyd-Clowes has returned to ski jumping after a hiatus of two and…
Quebec premier outlines new economic vision in speech to legislature
QUÉBEC — In an attempt to revive his party’s political fortunes, Quebec Premier François Legault…
Ernie Stevens Jr., chair of the Indian Gaming Association and Oneida Nation leader, has died
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Ernie “Big Cat” Stevens Jr., a driving force behind the expansion…
Top draft pick Cooper Flagg flying at Dallas Mavericks training camp
BURNABY — When Cooper Flagg stepped on the court Tuesday, he found himself shooting baskets…
Patrick Zalupski’s group finalizes purchase of Rays, ending Sternberg’s 18-year tenure
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A group led by Florida-based real estate developer Patrick Zalupski…
Angel City defender Ali Riley to retire from the NWSL after this season
Angel City captain Ali Riley, who played in five Women’s World Cups and four Olympics…
Phillies gear up for playoffs with a new mantra ahead of the NL Division Series
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rob Thomson punctuated the Phillies’ postseason clinchers over the last three years…
Anand taking two different approaches to building ‘bridges’ with China, India
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is off to India and China in the…
Canadian women’s flag football team to face U.S. at halftime of Bills-Patriots game
Canadian the United States will square off in a women’s flag football exhibition this weekend.…
Prolonged drought stunts the renowned wild blueberry crop in the Maritimes
HALIFAX — This summer’s prolonged drought across Atlantic Canada has had a costly impact on…
Why Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show will be a landmark moment for Puerto Rico
NEW YORK (AP) — Crowds wore maga flowers and “pavas” — straw hats traditionally worn…