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Boris Johnson denies UK failure in planning COVID school closures but apologizes for mistakes
LONDON (AP) — Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson denied on Tuesday that his government…
Montreal transit maintenance workers announce third strike, spanning most of November
MONTREAL — Upset at lagging contract negotiations, the union representing maintenance workers with Montreal’s public…
In Chicago, an immense show of force signals a sharp escalation in White House immigration crackdown
CHICAGO (AP) — The music begins low and ominous, with the video showing searchlights skimming…
Takeaways from AP report on a Chicago raid that signals a major escalation of immigration crackdown
CHICAGO (AP) — In late September, immigration agents launched a massive raid on a Chicago…
September inflation report muddies the water for the Bank of Canada
OTTAWA — Some economists say surprisingly strong September inflation figures will give the Bank of…
Prominent totem pole returning to family after nearly 60 years due to deterioration
VICTORIA — The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority says a carved cedar totem pole that has…
Right-hander Nate Pearson and Houston Astros finalize $1.35 million, 1-year contract
HOUSTON (AP) — Right-hander Nate Pearson and the Houston Astros finalized a $1.35 million, one-year…
Trump-endorsed candidate enters race to challenge Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky
SHELBYVILLE, Ky. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s choice to challenge maverick Republican Rep. Thomas Massie…
LeBlanc says U.S.-Canada trade talks progressing but more work needs to be done
OTTAWA — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said Canada continues to make progress toward a…
Inflatable costumes used to deflate tensions at rallies against Trump, in photos
Protesters have taken to wearing oversized inflatable costumes to deflate tensions and draw attention at…
Donadel named head coach of CF Montréal on a permanent basis
MONTREAL — Marco Donadel has been named head coach of CF Montréal on a permanent…
NBA rosters feature a record 135 international players, including 23 from Canada
Basketball keeps getting more global. The NBA season opens Tuesday, and the league’s opening night…
Toronto Blue Jays fans say ALCS Game 7 is like a Canadian heritage moment
TORONTO — To the sound of car horns and chants, thousands of Blue Jays fans…
Raptors hope adding healthy Brandon Ingram can fuel return to competitiveness in weak East
Toronto Raptors TORONTO (AP) — Last season: 30-52, missed playoffs. COACH: Darko Rajakovic (3rd season,…
Envoy says violent Khalistan rhetoric curbs trade, shakes India’s trust in Canada
OTTAWA — New Delhi’s envoy to Ottawa says violent rhetoric deployed here by Sikh separatists…
Fan who caught George Springer’s home run ball says he’s never felt so alive
TORONTO (AP) — Michael Angeletti says he knew he would catch George Springer’s home run…
Gangster charged with Naramata killing faces more charges while in prison
His behaviour while in prison was described as "extremely poor."
Tommy Fleetwood handles the wins and losses with equal grace. The wins are piling up
When everything was going so wrong, Tommy Fleetwood only wanted to think about what went…
One of the world’s rarest whales that makes the Atlantic its home grows in population
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — One of the rarest whales on the planet has continued an…
Prime Minister Mark Carney ‘super pumped’ as Toronto Blue Jays return to World Series
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says he’s “super pumped” about the Toronto Blue Jays’…
Bangladeshi refugee applicant in ICE custody barred from returning to Canada: CBSA
OTTAWA — A Bangladeshi man in U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement custody is permanently barred…
Zimbabwean family seeks justice for brother’s death linked to abuse at Christian camp
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — For over 30 years, Edith Nyachuru has carried the weight of…
Brandon Graham is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Eagles, AP source says
Brandon Graham is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Philadelphia Eagles, giving the defense…
Five things to know: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays in the 2025 World Series
TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays will meet the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World…