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Starting next year, Canada men to take part in World Rugby Nations Cup competition
TORONTO — Canada has learned its 2026 rugby road map with confirmation of the new…
The top photos of the day by AP’s photojournalists
From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top…
Nations hit by natural disasters tell ministers at climate talks to act
BELEM, Brazil (AP) — Battered by last month’s ferocious climate-fueled hurricane, Jamaica joined other small…
UK asylum reforms spark backlash within Labour Party, support from rivals
LONDON (AP) — The British government’s plan to tighten its asylum system met sharp resistance…
Canadian rugby sevens men set to take first step back to elite HSBC SVNS series
Interim Canada men’s sevens coach Christiaan Esterhuizen has named five debutants to his squad for…
Burnaby apologizes for historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent
BURNABY — Burnaby, B.C., Mayor Mike Hurley has issued an official apology on behalf of…
A new Netflix doc offers an intimate portrait of Selena, straight from her family’s vault
NEW YORK (AP) — For many, the name Selena Quintanilla-Pérez is the stuff of mythology.…
Ethiopia confirms 3 Marburg virus deaths in new outbreak
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — Ethiopia on Monday confirmed three deaths from the Marburg hemorrhagic…
Ethiopia confirms first Marburg outbreak as WHO lauds country’s fast action
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Ethiopia on Friday confirmed its first Marburg outbreak after nine cases…
Top US admiral says he’s watching China’s rapid naval buildup closely
TOKYO (AP) — The top U.S. admiral on Monday called China ‘s shipbuilding capability “impressive”…
Paige Greco, Paralympic gold medalist, dies at 28
ADELAIDE, Australia (AP) — Australian cyclist Paige Greco, a Paralympic gold medalist, has died. She…
Abby Roque ready for fresh start with Victoire: ‘Don’t think I’ve hit my ceiling’
MONTREAL — Abby Roque believes she has a lot more to give, and she’ll get…
Nigeria coach claims ‘voodoo’ by Congo staff during penalty shootout loss in World Cup qualifying
RABAT, Morocco (AP) — A Congo team staff member used voodoo during the penalty shootout,…
Unwell Asalanka and Fernando ruled out of tri-series in Pakistan, Shanaka to lead Sri Lanka
RAWALPINDI, Pakistan (AP) — Sri Lanka white-ball captain Charith Asalanka and fast bowler Asitha Fernando…
Pakistan launches drive to vaccinate 57 million children against measles, rubella and polio
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan on Monday began a two-week nationwide vaccination campaign targeting more than…
A new global rugby competition has been formally launched. Organizers say it can ‘redefine’ the game
Men’s international rugby was given a refresh Monday with the launch of a new, biennial…
Former Chelsea player Oscar discharged from hospital after heart scare
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar has been released from hospital, five days…
The rivalry between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz has dominated tennis in 2025
Jannik Sinner draped his left arm and his racket around Carlos Alcaraz’s neck. Alcaraz then…
Rugby takeaways: Ford fantastic for England and Carreras inspires Pumas comeback
LONDON (AP) — England earned a rare win over New Zealand and Argentina staged an…
ICC prosecutors seek life sentence for Janjaweed leader convicted of Darfur crimes
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court on Monday asked for…
In the news today: MPs to vote on Prime Minister Carney’s budget
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Bernie Kosar says he will receive a liver transplant Monday morning
CLEVELAND (AP) — Bernie Kosar is scheduled to receive a liver transplant Monday morning. The…
The top photos of the day by AP’s photojournalists
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Trump says US may have discussions with Maduro as aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean WEST…