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IOC’s softer stance on protests at Olympic Games gets mixed reviews in Canada
The International Olympic Committee budging slightly on its position about protest gestures during Olympic Games…
A look at how North American sports are doing in their plans to return
As areas of North America work toward easing restrictions put in place to slow the…
Mexican town buries US teenager killed by police shotgun
ACATLAN DE PEREZ FIGUEROA, Mexico – In grief and anger, hundreds of people bid farewell…
A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown
Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit…
Commonwealth Games open to athletes taking a knee
LONDON – The Commonwealth Games has joined a growing list of sports bodies allowing athletes…
Man United seals spectacular comeback to beat Lyon 5-4 and advance to Europa League semifinals
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United’s season isn’t done yet. On a night of high…
A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown
Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit…
Far-right activists scuffle with police by London monuments
LONDON – Far-right activists scuffled with police in central London Saturday, as hundreds gathered to…
Paris marchers decry racism; far right rallies in London
Paris riot police fired tear gas Saturday to disperse a largely peaceful but unauthorized protest…
FIFA urges ‘tolerance’ after Trump’s anthem kneeling rebuke
FIFA appealed Monday for “tolerance, mutual respect and common sense” after U.S. President Donald Trump…
Former Toronto FC defender Damien Perquis retires after 18-year career
Former Toronto FC defender Damien Perquis announced his retirement Monday after an 18-year career. The…
Toronto-based sports tech company PUSH helps athletes train smarter
TORONTO – From Chelsea FC and the New York Yankees to the Canadian softball team,…
Valour FC signs ‘keeper Matthew Silva, says Tyson Farago won’t be back
WINNIPEG – Canadian goalkeeper Matthew Silva, who spent last season with York 9 FC, has…
Canadian international Liam Millar making his mark in the Liverpool ranks
A Canadian waits in the wings as the Premier League returns to action Wednesday. Canadian…
Giants co-owner says he’s ‘sad and mad’ at impasse between MLB, players union
VANCOUVER – Canadian Jeff Mallett, co-owner of the San Francisco Giants, says he’s “sad and…
World Trade Organization: Saudis facilitated sports piracy
Saudi Arabia facilitated sports broadcasting piracy by blocking moves to shut it down, the World…
Would MLB fans view champ, stats as legit in 50-game season?
NEW YORK – Fresh off a robust round of batting practice in Central Park, softball…
Coronavirus puts poor Argentines’ soccer dreams on hold
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina – The apartment blocks of Fort Apache are emblazoned with murals of…
Hawk-Eye glitch mars 1st game back in Premier League
It took just 41 minutes for the restarted Premier League to create another big controversy…
Spanish league says audiences up by nearly 50% after break
MADRID – International viewership for Spanish soccer games increased by nearly 50% after they returned…
Inter Miami player tests positive for COVID-19, club says he was asymptomatic
MIAMI – An Inter Miami player has tested positive for COVID-19, following a round of…
A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown
Provinces and territoires have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place…
Toronto FC’s Justin Morrow heads up newly formed Black Players Coalition of MLS
Change is coming and Toronto FC defender Justin Morrow is helping lead the way. The…
Haaland goals secure Bundesliga runner-up spot for Dortmund
BERLIN – Erling Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund sealed second place in the Bundesliga…