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Nicki Minaj holds up H&M as patterns, prints hit Paris shows
PARIS – A tardy Nicki Minaj held up H&M’s fall-winter evening show that ended on…
U.S. forward Jozy Altidore says more communication needed to combat racism, discord
TORONTO – U.S. soccer captain Michael Bradley has shared his political views in recent days.…
Impact sign striker Mancosu to two-year contract; had been on loan from Bologna
MONTREAL – Striker Matteo Mancosu, who arrived last season on loan from Italian club Bologna…
Former academy player Raheem Edwards signs first-team contract with Toronto FC
Toronto FC has signed Raheem Edwards, making the 21-year-old from Toronto the 14th player to…
World Baseball Classic growing slowly, but far from mature
NEW YORK – The World Baseball Classic returns Monday for its fourth edition, growing slowly…
Lawyers try to delay ‘all-American’ Argentine’s deportation
JACKSON, Miss. – Before she was arrested following an immigration protest, Daniela Vargas dreamed of…
Atlanta United addressing anti-gay chant at first match
Atlanta United said Monday it is “taking measures internally” to address an anti-gay chant used…
Forget Trump; Slovenian president rules Instagram
LJUBLJANA, Slovenia – Donald Trump may rule Twitter, but he’s no match for his Slovenian…
The Latest: Poland’s women show the government red cards
PHILADELPHIA – The Latest on International Women’s Day events (all times local): 2:45 p.m. Thousands…
Women go on strike in US to show their economic clout
PHILADELPHIA – Many American women stayed home from work, joined rallies or wore red Wednesday…
High hopes for 15-year-old Jordyn Huitema in wake of Canadian senior debut
For Jordyn Huitema, it was 41 unforgettable minutes. For Canadian soccer, it could be the…
Whitecaps hope to continue defensive trend against Earthquakes
VANCOUVER – It’s very early in the season but the Vancouver Whitecaps have already made…
Police fatally shoot bloodied man chasing kids at park
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. – Jose Sanchez was coaching his soccer team of 13-year-old girls when…
Toronto FC, Philadelphia Union battle to 2-2 draw
CHESTER, Pa. – C.J. Sapong scored the equalizer two minutes after Philadelphia gave up a…
Blatter ‘reckless’ to pay Platini $2M, new court ruling says
LAUSANNE, Switzerland – Sepp Blatter was “reckless” when he paid $2 million to Michel Platini…
Whitecaps set to visit Mexico’s Tigres UANL in first leg of Champs League semis
Carl Robinson walked into a number of intimidating venues as a player. The head coach…
UN chief warns women globally are suffering ‘new assaults’
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Monday that women are suffering “new assaults on their safety and…
Soccer handshake divides fans but adds to fun factor for some players
When Tottenham star Harry Kane scored against Everton earlier this month in England’s Premier League,…
Toronto FC star striker Sebastian Giovinco questionable for Vancouver game
TORONTO – Star striker Sebastian Giovinco received treatment for a painful charley horse Tuesday as…
Dryland training doesn’t stop for Calgary Flames despite hectic game schedule
CALGARY – Despite playing a game every second day for the rest of the regular…
Kendall Waston’s own goal costs Whitecaps in 2-0 loss to Mexico’s Tigres UANL
MONTERREY, Mexico – Kendall Waston’s own goal in the 66th minute cost the Whitecaps as…
Alberta legislature bill proposes adopting central standard time year round
EDMONTON – The days of Albertans changing their clocks twice a year could soon be…
Reports: Ecuador’s Octavio Zambrano to coach Canadian men’s soccer team
TORONTO – Octavio Zambrano is reportedly Canada’s new men’s soccer coach. The reports surrounding the…
Hayatou’s reign ends as African soccer head and FIFA VP
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – Issa Hayatou was voted out as president of the African soccer…