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Canadian Triple Crown opens with King's Plate on Aug. 17 at Woodbine Racetrack
TORONTO - The $1-million King's Plate will open the 2024 Canadian Triple Crown on Aug. 17, Woodbine Entertainment Group announced Wednesday. The King's Plate is North America's oldest continuously run...
Mar 06, 2024

Vancouver police, First Nation ties have 'broken down' since settlement: review
VANCOUVER - A review of a "landmark" agreement between Vancouver Police and a B.C. First Nation says the relationship has "broken down" and the way to move forward is to respect the nation's laws. B.C...
Mar 06, 2024

Celtics and Nuggets to play in Abu Dhabi in October in two NBA preseason games
The Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets will play in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Oct. 4 and 6 in preseason games ahead of next season, the NBA announced Wednesday. "We're excited to bring two of...
Mar 06, 2024

A capsule look at the U Sports women's basketball Final 8
A capsule look at the eight teams competing in the U Sports women's basketball Final 8 in Edmonton. Teams are listed by seeding heading into the tournament, along with their respective regular-season ...
Mar 06, 2024

As disasters mount, First Nations' safety has never been more pressing: Woodhouse
GATINEAU, Que. - First Nations leaders are gathered today to discuss how they can better prepare for the wildfires, floods and effects of climate change that disproportionately affect their communitie...
Mar 06, 2024

Pocrnic, Ravens eye repeat as U Sports women's basketball champions
Kali Pocrnic and the Carleton Ravens are ready for the challenge ahead as they seek a second straight national title at the U Sports women's basketball Final 8. The Ravens enter the tournament as the ...
Mar 06, 2024

Missing man found safe, Brooks RCMP says
The Brooks RCMP detachment was asking for the public's assistance in locating a 49-year-old man who has now been found safe.The RCMP was concerned for his wellbeing and would like to speak with him.
Mar 06, 2024

McConnell endorses Trump for president. He once blamed Trump for 'disgraceful' Jan. 6, 2021, attack
WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell endorsed Donald Trump for president Wednesday, a remarkable turnaround from the onetime critic who blamed the former president for "disgracef...
Mar 06, 2024

Buck Stops Here: Broadcaster Martinez roams complex at Jays camp, soaking up info
With trusty black notebook and pen in hand, Buck Martinez covers a wide expanse at the Toronto Blue Jays' player development complex during spring training in Dunedin, Fla. Sometimes the veteran broad...
Mar 06, 2024

Capitals re-sign defenceman Rasmus Sandin to a 5-year contract worth $23 million
The Washington Capitals re-signed defenceman Rasmus Sandin on Wednesday to a five-year contract worth $23 million. He will count $4.6 million against the salary cap through the 2028-29 NHL season. San...
Mar 06, 2024