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Canada faces new 50% US tariffs as negotiators race for deal

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:07:42 GMT

OTTAWA, Canada: Canadian businesses are bracing for new 50 percent U.S. tariffs set to take effect on August 19 as negotiators from the two countries remain far apart on a trade deal and concerns grow over potential job losses in affected industries.

U.S. President Donald Trump last month invoked Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 to impose duties on Canadian imports, including wine, furniture, dairy products

Now healthy, Blue Jays' Max Scherzer takes aim at Rays

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:05:07 GMT

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After a World Series appearance last season, the Toronto Blue Jays don't have the record they hoped they would have in mid-August.

But in a year that has playoff spots up for grabs, the Blue Jays will have every opportunity to return to the postseason. Despite entering play on Wednesday three games under .500, Toronto sits just a half-game out of the third and final

Mystics' young duo could thrive against Tempo's shoddy defense

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:40:22 GMT

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Some call them 'Kitron,' a combination of their names.

By any name, the Washington Mystics' second-year duo of Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen are going to be around for a while.

They teamed for 40 points on Saturday night during an 80-70 home win over the Los Angeles Sparks. They will look to get Washington another step closer to a WNBA playoff spot Wednesday ni

'Substantial progress made', says Canadian PM Carney as American tariffs postponed for three days

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:31:18 GMT

Ottawa [Canada], August 19 (ANI): With Ottawa and Washington continually engaged in discussions over the 50 per cent tariff on a select range of Canadian goods, Prime Minister Mark Carney said that the implementation of the tariffs has been postponed until August 21.

Sharing the remarks in a letter posted on X, Prime Minister Carney reassured that while rigorous engagements remain in place with Washington, Canad

Cincinnati Open: Nakashima knocks out former champion Medvedev

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:29:50 GMT

Cincinnati [US], August 19 (ANI): Brandon Nakashima saved three match points, continuing his fine run at the ongoing Cincinnati Open by shocking 23-time ATP titlist and former US Open champion Daniil Medvedev.

On Tuesday, Nakashima beat the Russian 6-7(3), 7-6(4), 6-1 to reach the fourth round of the competition, as per ATP's official website.

Trailing by 0/40 at 4-5 while serving in the second set, Nakas

Resurgent Red Sox aim to derail Brandon Pfaadt's strong run for D-backs

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:25:18 GMT

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Something has to give when one of the hottest pitchers in baseball faces a smoldering Boston offense in Wednesday afternoon's series finale between the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks and Red Sox.Arizona right-hander Brandon Pfaadt (7-1, 3.11 ERA) has allowed no earned runs in his last four starts. He'll be facing a Boston team that has scored 20 runs on 29 hits in the fi

MLB roundup: Brewers match club record with 22 runs, blank Mariners

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:19:06 GMT

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Christian Yelich, David Hamilton, Jake Bauers and Luis Lara hit home runs for the host Milwaukee Brewers, who tied a franchise record for runs in a game in a 22-0 win over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night.

The Brewers also tied a modern-day record in MLB for the largest margin of victory in a shutout. Yelich's three-run homer with two outs in the fifth cappe

Trump pauses 50% Canada tariffs for three days, says US and Canada "have a deal!"

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:59:02 GMT

Washington DC [US], August 19 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) announced a three-day pause on the 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian imports that were due to take effect the following morning, saying the United States and Canada had reached a deal subject to the finalisation of documents.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said,'I have paused the 50% Tariffs against Canada, that were scheduled

Rhyne Howard, Dream game behind Aces after road win

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:55:18 GMT

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Rhyne Howard scored 23 points while leading the Atlanta Dream to a crucial 97-82 road victory over the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday night.

With the win, Atlanta is one game back of Las Vegas in the WNBA standings.

Howard shot 7 of 19 from the floor but was 7 of 7 from the free-throw line and also had four rebounds, three assists, four steals and two blocks for At

Brewers tie club mark with 22 runs while blanking Mariners

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:05:14 GMT

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The Brewers also tied a modern-day record in MLB for the largest margin of victory in a shutout.

Yelich's three-run homer with two outs in the fifth

Seattle Sounders, Austin each seek to end winless droughts

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 02:19:25 GMT

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The Seattle Sounders are struggling through the worst stretch in franchise history entering Wednesday night's match against visiting Austin FC.

The two-time league champions have dropped a franchise-worst seven straight MLS matches and injuries continue to mount.

Standout midfielder Jesus Ferreira (hamstring) was injured in the first half of Sunday's 2-0 ho

West's top spot up for grabs as Dynamo, Whitecaps clash

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 02:19:20 GMT

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The surging Houston Dynamo can overtake the Whitecaps for first place in the Western Conference when the sides meet in Vancouver on Wednesday.

The Dynamo recorded a 1-0 victory over the Whitecaps in Houston on May 16, which sparked Houston's ongoing seven-match unbeaten streak (5-0-2) in regular-season play.

Houston (11-6-2, 35 points) has won each of its

Blue Jays bang out 17 hits, double up faltering Rays

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 01:55:13 GMT

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Alejandro Kirk produced three hits, a home run and three RBIs and Jose Soriano threw 5 2/3 solid innings on Tuesday to help the visiting Toronto Blue Jays earn a 10-5 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Kazuma Okamoto and Josh Smith also homered, while George Springer and Ernie Clement both finished with three hits for the Blue Jays, whose 17 hits were their seco

Kelsey Mitchell makes history in Fever's high-scoring win over Tempo

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 01:40:44 GMT

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Kelsey Mitchell scored 29 points Tuesday night and the visiting Indiana Fever defeated the Toronto Tempo 101-95 for their fifth consecutive victory.

Mitchell set the WNBA single-season record with her 20th consecutive game with 20 or more points. However, she went to the dressing room late in the fourth quarter and did not return.

Caitlin Clark added 24 poin

Brandon Nakashima continues summer giant-killer act in Cincinnati

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:19:11 GMT

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The hottest American on the ATP Tour right now is also the quietest.

But Brandon Nakashima is letting his big serve and forehand do the talking this summer.

After a run to the final in Montreal last week, the No. 27 seed wiped away three match points and rallied to upset fourth-seeded Daniil Medvedev of Russia 6-7 (3), 7-6 (4

Toronto focuses on shoring up defense ahead of Charlotte match

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:25:12 GMT

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Toronto FC will try to prove their recent result was more than a fluke when they host match-congested Charlotte FC on Wednesday night.

Toronto (4-7-8, 20 points) narrowly avoided setting a dubious club record with a 2-1 win over the New England Revolution on Saturday, breaking up a 13-match winless run in all competitions.

The Reds were badly outchanced by the

"Totally unacceptable': Jairam Ramesh claims IIT directors asked alumni to interact with RSS chief during US visit

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:29:44 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 19 (ANI): Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday claimed that several IIT directors have been asked to reach out to alumni to interact with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat during his upcoming visit to the United States, calling the move 'totally unacceptable'.

In a post on X, Ramesh questioned the involvement of IIT directors in facilitating interactions between their

Sliding Revolution brace for D.C. United, red-hot Tai Baribo

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:25:09 GMT

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The New England Revolution will see a different D.C. United team Wednesday in Washington than the one they shut out earlier this year.

When D.C. United lost to the Revolution 1-0 on April 11, it was their third of four straight MLS matches without a goal, and they fell to 2-4-1.

Since then, however, D.C. (5-5-9, 24 points) has collected at least a point in 11 o

CF Montreal hope to debut confident Alexis Sanchez vs. Crew

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:19:12 GMT

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Gaining momentum and ground in the Eastern Conference playoff chase will be the goal when CF Montreal and the Columbus Crew collide Wednesday in Ohio.

Montreal (4-10-5, 17 points) is in more dire need, sitting 14th and trailing D.C. United by seven points for the final postseason berth. But the club hopes to get a boost from the potential debut of designated player Al

Rangers activate C Danny Jansen, designate C Austin Wynns for assignment

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:25:14 GMT

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The Texas Rangers on Tuesday activated catcher Danny Jansen, who had missed the last 64 games with a right forearm strain.

In a corresponding move, the Rangers designated veteran catcher Austin Wynns for assignment. In doing so, Texas has seven days to trade, release or outright Wynns, 35, to the minor leagues.

Jansen, 31, last played on June 2 before going on

Chinese court sentences men in case solved through China-U.S. counternarcotics cooperation

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:17:47 GMT

BEIJING, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese court has sentenced two men who had trafficked precursor chemicals abroad, in the latest outcome of strengthened counternarcotics cooperation between China and the United States.

A court in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, sentenced a man surnamed Xia to six years in prison and his son five and a half years for illegal operations last Friday. The two were found to have

Dodgers turn to Eric Lauer in rematch vs. Rockies

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:05:17 GMT

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The Los Angeles Dodgers bounced back from a tough weekend to rout the Colorado Rockies in the opener of a three-game series on Monday.

The Dodgers will try to make it two straight in Denver when the teams play again Tuesday night.

Los Angeles' 11-5 win on Monday came after losing three of four to Milwaukee in a pivotal matchup of National League division leader

Cubs piling up hits in series vs. rival White Sox

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:05:12 GMT

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Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong commonly goes by his initials, PCA, but teammate Nico Hoerner prefers another abbreviation.

'He's been our MVP, and then just the direction that he's taken our team when a lot of us were struggling early in the year,' Hoerner said. 'He put the team on his back and he's been absolutely incredible with those big moments,

Buoyed by Bryan Baker, Rays take on Blue Jays

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:05:11 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays broke their three-game losing skid with a comeback victory Monday night, but it took a Herculean effort from right-hander Bryan Baker, the major league leader in saves, to do it.

The American League-leading club will carry that momentum into Tuesday evening's tilt against the Toronto Blue Jays in a three-game series in St. Petersburg, Fla.

Carlos Rodon returns from IL as Yankees attempt to slow Orioles

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:55:14 GMT

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One strong week put the Baltimore Orioles into a potential playoff position.

Now the Orioles get a chance to prove if their surge has staying power when they square off with a team firmly in the American League postseason picture.

The New York Yankees, who hold the top AL wild-card spot, begin a three-game series in Baltimore on Tuesday.

The Orioles were

"We are in good place now...": Scotland coach Dawkins confident of team qualifying for 2027 WC

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:58:40 GMT

Edinburgh [Scotland], August 18 (ANI): Scotland head coach Owen Dawkins is confident his side is well placed to break a 12-year drought and qualify for next year's ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.

The Scots have only featured in three previous editions of the 50-over World Cup, and you have to go way back to 2015 to find the last time they made it through to the ODI showcase when they went winless across six matches

Fever go for fifth straight victory when they visit reeling Tempo

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:55:09 GMT

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The Indiana Fever will be chasing their fifth straight victory Tuesday night when they visit the Toronto Tempo.

The Tempo, meanwhile, will be trying to snap a 10-game losing streak.

The Fever (23-12) opened a five-game road trip Sunday with a 95-91 overtime victory over the Atlanta Dream. Indiana used a 17-9 fourth quarter to tie the game at 81.

The Tem

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Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:45:42 GMT

(260817) -- VANCOUVER, Aug. 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A customer shops for groceries at a supermarket in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Aug. 17, 2026. Canada's Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 3 percent year over year in July, following a 2.8 percent gain in June, Statistics Canada said Monday. (Photo by Liang Sen/Xinhua)

Fever goes for fifth straight victory when they visit reeling Tempo

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:19:11 GMT

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The Indiana Fever will be chasing their fifth straight victory Tuesday night when they visit the Toronto Tempo.

The Tempo, meanwhile, will be trying to snap a 10-game losing streak.

The Fever (23-12) opened a five-game road trip Sunday with a 95-91 overtime victory over the Atlanta Dream. Indiana used a 17-9 fourth quarter to tie the game at 81.

The Tem

Reports: Giants call up LHP Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:55:12 GMT

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The San Francisco Giants are calling up left-hander Matt 'Tugboat' Wilkinson for what would be his major league debut, according to multiple media reports on Monday.

Wilkinson, 23, has had quite a year, representing his native Canada in the World Baseball Classic and then rising rapidly through the Giants organization after being acquired in May in the trade that s

Report: No proof Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:40:24 GMT

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Following an 11-month investigation, the NBA was not able to show any proof that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard via team sponsorships to bypass the salary cap, ESPN reported on Monday.

Per the report, the NBA is looking into whether introducing Leonard to team sponsors violates the league's rules against salary cap circ

CM Bhupendra Patel begins US visit with Gujarati diaspora interaction in San Francisco

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:01:21 GMT

San Francisco [US], August 17 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel began his week-long visit to the United States and Canada by meeting members of the Gujarati diaspora in San Francisco, where he highlighted the state's development plans and sought greater participation from the overseas community in Gujarat's emerging technology and investment sectors.

According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), CM

In the Room With Tushar Kansal: Notes From Conversations That Lived Up to Its Billing

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:31:23 GMT

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New Delhi [India], August 17: A recent episode featuring Venture Capitalist and Entrepreneur Tushar Kansal moved beyond the familiar Startup conversations around Funding, Entrepreneurship and Business growth. The discussion brought together Venture Capital, India's Defence manufacturing ambitions, the Rupee, Global Economic developments and the broader question of how India is positioning itself in a changin

(SP)CANADA-MARKHAM-INDYCAR SERIES RACE

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:15:23 GMT

(260817) -- MARKHAM, Aug. 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Marcus Ericsson of Andretti Global team drives during the NTT IndyCar Series Ontario Honda Dealers Indy race at Markham, in Ontario, Canada, Aug. 16, 2026. (Photo by Yang Shu/Xinhua)

Surging Cards, Alec Burleson open 5-game set at Reds with doubleheader

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:40:20 GMT

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It's been quite a month of August for Alec Burleson. Just over halfway through the penultimate month of the major league season, the St. Louis Cardinals' first baseman is slashing .340/.441/.780 in 50 at-bats over 14 games.

He has six home runs on 17 hits with 19 RBIs and 13 runs scored this month.

It's a run he and his teammates hope will continue when they

"Celebrating India's 80th Independence Day": New York hosts vibrant India Day Parade

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:31:09 GMT

New York [US], August 17 (ANI): The 44th India Day Parade was held in New York City to celebrate India's 80th Independence Day, bringing together New York Governor Kathy Hochul, elected representatives, dignitaries and members of the Indian-American community.

The Consulate General of India in New York, in a post on X on Monday, said, 'Celebrating India's 80th Independence Day at the iconic India Day Parade in Ne

Team Falcons breeze to Esports World Cup Rocket League crown

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:19:13 GMT

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Seemingly getting stronger as the tournament wore on, Team Falcons swept their way through the semifinals and grand final Sunday to win the Rocket League event at the Esports World Cup on Sunday in Paris.

The 1,000 points that came with the win vaulted the Falcons to the top of the Esports World Cup club championship standings, with their 4,400 points 300 better than AG.AL

Whitecaps score twice late to extend Sounders' losing streak to 7

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:05:03 GMT

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Rayan Elloumi and Thomas Muller scored goals late in the second half to lift the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 2-0 victory over the host Seattle Sounders on Sunday night.

The late tallies allowed Vancouver (11-3-4, 37 points) to move back into first place in the Western Conference.

Vancouver also clinched its ninth Cascadia Cup, the three-team competition between t

Washington's "farm team": Iran slams Canada for backing US amid conflict

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:31:36 GMT

Tehran [Iran], August 17 (ANI): Iran has criticised Canada for supporting the US amid the ongoing conflict with Tehran, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei using an ice hockey reference to accuse Ottawa of acting as Washington's 'farm team'.

In a post on X on Sunday, Baghaei referred to Canada as Washington's 'farm team'- a term used in ice hockey for a minor-league affiliate that develops players

MLB roundup: Royals' Noah Cameron (1 hit) dazzles in 1st complete game

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:40:21 GMT

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Noah Cameron tossed a one-hitter and Michael Massey and Bobby Witt Jr. each homered to lead the Kansas City Royals to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in the rubber match of their three-game series on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

Cameron (7-8), making his first career appearance at Angel Stadium, threw five perfect innings before issuing a leadoff

Felix Auger-Aliassime returns with victory at Cincinnati Open

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:05:13 GMT

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No. 2 seed Felix Auger-Aliassime shook off any possible rust and overcame the elements and his opponent to defeat Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-5 on Sunday at the Cincinnati Open.

Making his return after a back injury sidelined him since early July, the World No. 4 player couldn't convert on two break opportunities in the second set, when the conditions grew wi

Sungjae Im plays way into FedEx Cup top 50; Jordan Spieth knocked out

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:55:17 GMT

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Despite holding a share of the lead after the first round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship on Thursday, Jordan Spieth didn't have enough in the tank this weekend to push himself into the top 50 of the FedEx Cup points race.

Instead, Sungjae Im of South Korea was the only golfer to play his way into the second leg of the PGA Tour's three-week playoffs.

Despi

Ben Rice lifts Yankees over Blue Jays with 10th-inning homer

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:05:06 GMT

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Ben Rice clubbed a two-run home run in the 10th inning Sunday afternoon and the visiting New York Yankees defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3.

Rice, whose error led to Toronto's tying run in the ninth, took a 2-0 slider from Braydon Fisher (3-4) to right for his 33rd homer as the Yankees salvaged the finale of a three-game series. Rice was 0-for-12 in the series be

Ben Rice lifts Yankees over Blue Jays with 10th inning homer

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:19:10 GMT

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Ben Rice clubbed a two-run home run in the 10th inning Sunday afternoon and the visiting New York Yankees defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3.

Ben Rice lifts Yankees over Blue Jays with10th inning homer

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:19:04 GMT

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Ben Rice clubbed a two-run home run in the 10th inning Sunday afternoon and the visiting New York Yankees defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3.

IFAF Flag Football World Championships: U.S. men dominate Italy

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:05:04 GMT

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The IFAF Flag Football World Championships 2026 concluded in Dusseldorf, Germany on Sunday with the United States taking home the title for the men and Canada securing the victory for the women.

In the men's tournament, the United States cruised to a 46-26 win over Italy. They were dominant from the start, building a 38-8 lead at halftime.

Tyler Davis led the way

Marcus Ericsson snaps 63-race drought with victory at Ontario

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:55:18 GMT

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A late burst helped Sweden's Marcus Ericsson win the inaugural Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham on Sunday, snapping a drought of 63 winless starts.

'It's been long enough. But we've worked so hard,' Ericsson said during a post-race interview. 'It doesn't come as a surprise. We've had such a good year and getting stronger and stronger ... every weekend. I really

Pirates shuffle deck, turn to Lake Bachar in finale vs. Red Sox

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:55:14 GMT

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With the Pittsburgh Pirates' playoff hopes fading, they are hoping to get their ace Paul Skenes right again.

The Pirates announced late Saturday night that Skenes' scheduled start on Sunday -- when Pittsburgh hosts the Boston Red Sox in the decisive contest of a three-game series -- would be pushed back to Wednesday.

The Pirates will now start righty Lake

Gujarat CM leaves for United States, Canada to attract more foreign investment in the state

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:58:47 GMT

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], August 16 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel departed from Ahmedabad Airport in the early hours of Sunday for a visit to the United States and Canada in connection with the upcoming Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027.

During the visit, Patel will hold meetings with investors, industry associations, emerging technology sector leaders and members of the Gujarati diaspora to

Jays' Dylan Cease bids to bolster playoff chances, resume in finale vs. Yankees

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:55:13 GMT

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Cy Young Award candidate Dylan Cease will aim to help the host Toronto Blue Jays complete a three-game sweep of the New York Yankees on Sunday afternoon.

Toronto followed a 3-1 win on Friday with a 4-1 decision Saturday to clinch a series victory.

Cease (7-5, 2.40 ERA) will provide a challenge for the Yankees, who are batting .203 since the All-Star break.

With an eye on the wild card, Orioles join Rays in playing 'meaningful baseball'

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:25:06 GMT

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Before Saturday night's game against the American League East-leading Tampa Bay Rays, Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz said he was happy the club was playing meaningful games in August after trading away multiple key players at the deadline.

His team indeed is faring nicely this weekend.

The Orioles will attempt to clinch the four-game series Sunday af

Iran Demands Access To Qatar In Dispute Over Downed Pilots

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Iran has rejected Qatar's denial that it is holding three Iranian airmen, with Tehran demanding that Doha allow an Iranian Air Force expert team into the country to conduct an on-site investigation.

Mohammad Baqerzadeh, head of the Iranian Armed Forces committee

Toronto FC snap long skid with tidy victory over Revolution

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:05:12 GMT

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Host Toronto FC averted a club-record winless streak with a 2-1 win over the New England Revolution on Saturday night.

Toronto (4-7-8, 20 points) entered the game winless in its last 13 across all competitions. A Will Sands own-goal and a Niklas Dorsch wonder-strike late in the first frame helped them to their first multi-goal effort since the World Cup break.

MLB roundup: Cards' Joshua Baez first to debut with 3-HR game

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:40:28 GMT

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Joshua Baez became the first player in major league history to hit three home runs in his debut, helping lead the visiting St. Louis Cardinals to an 8-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday afternoon.

Baez hit homers to right, center and left field in his first three at-bats, driving in five runs as St. Louis won its third game in four tries. He became the

Anders Dreyer's late PK lifts San Diego past LAFC

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:19:12 GMT

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Anders Dreyer scored from the penalty spot in the 89th minute and San Diego FC pulled off a 1-0 road victory against Los Angeles FC on Saturday.Dreyer's left-footed attempt to the left side of the goal came after LAFC defender Ryan Porteous was called for a handball in the box on a header toward goal by San Diego's Jeppe Tverskov.After starting the day 13th in the West

Atlanta ends 7-game winless skid with comeback defeat of Red Bulls

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:19:03 GMT

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Fafa Picault scored the winning goal in the 82nd minute, and Atlanta United overcame an early deficit to defeat the visiting New York Red Bulls 2-1 on Saturday evening.

Despite conceding first in the sixth minute, Atlanta (4-12-3, 15 points) pulled level through Tristan Muyumba's equalizer in the 69th minute, then took the lead through Picault to walk off the pitch a

Toronto FC snaps long skid with tidy victory over Revolution

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:55:31 GMT

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Host Toronto FC averted a club-record winless streak with a 2-1 win over the New England Revolution on Saturday night.

Toronto (4-7-8, 20 points) entered the game winless in their last 13 across all competitions. A Will Sands own-goal and a Niklas Dorsch wonder-strike late in the first frame helped them to their first multi-goal effort since the World Cup break.

Leading goal scorers deliver in D.C. United-Montreal draw

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:55:24 GMT

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Prince Owusu and Tai Baribo exchanged second-half goals as CF Montreal and visiting D.C. United played to a 1-1 draw on Saturday night.

The draw extends D.C. United's (5-5-9, 24 points) unbeaten streak to six matches (1-0-5). The Black-and-Red also have points in 11 of 12 matches. D.C. United also improved to 4-7-6 all-time in MLS regular season action in Montreal.

Charles McAdoo shines as Blue Jays top Yankees

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:40:38 GMT

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Charles McAdoo doubled in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning Saturday afternoon, and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting New York Yankees 4-1.

McAdoo also had an RBI single in the two-run eighth as Toronto clinched the three-game series by winning the first two.

Spencer Miles (5-2) pitched around a single with the aid of a caught stealing in the

Maja Chwalinska wins first WTA match since Roland Garros in Cincinnati

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:25:19 GMT

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Poland's Maja Chwalinska, the stunning runner-up at Roland Garros, recorded her first victory since that magical May run with a convincing 6-2, 6-2 victory over Spain's Cristina Busca on Saturday in the second round of the Cincinnati Open in Mason, Ohio.

The 19th-seeded Chwalinska, who went from qualifier to finalist in Paris, won her first WTA 1000 match of the se

Whitecaps eye Cascadia Cup as Sounders flounder

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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The Vancouver Whitecaps are in position to win the Cascadia Cup when they visit the Seattle Sounders on Sunday night.

The Whitecaps are 2-0-0 in the three-team competition between Vancouver, Seattle and the Portland Timbers. The Whitecaps have already defeated Portland (2-2-0) twice this season, meaning they can clinch their record ninth Cascadia title with a w

Charles McAdoo shines, as Blue Jays top Yankees

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 22:19:12 GMT

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Charles McAdoo doubled in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning Saturday afternoon, and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting New York Yankees 4-1.

McAdoo also had an RBI single in the two-run eighth as Toronto clinched the three-game series by winning the first two.

Spencer Miles (5-2) pitched around a single with the aid of a caught stealing in the

NYCFC, Union meet fresh off disappointing Leagues Cup performances

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 22:05:13 GMT

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The Philadelphia Union and New York City FC will both look to rebound from a frustrating showing in the Leagues Cup when they return to MLS play on Sunday evening in The Bronx.

Both teams lost two of their three first-phase matches against Liga MX opponents, falling well short of a top-four MLS finish to snag one of eight quarterfinal spots.

For Philadelphia (4-1

Yankees' Aaron Judge plays catch for 1st time in recovery from broken rib

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:55:06 GMT

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Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge took a much-anticipated step forward in his recovery from a broken right rib on Friday, playing catch and running in New York.

Scans on the three-time American League MVP on Aug. 5 revealed enough healing to clear him for light workout activity, including outdoor running and upper-body resistance training. He has not played in a game sin

Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. placed on 7-day IL

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:05:03 GMT

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was placed on the seven-day injured list Saturday with a head injury.

Guerrero exited Toronto's 3-1 win over the New York Yankees in the sixth inning on Friday after taking a knee to the head by shortstop George Lombard Jr. while sliding into third base.

'He had a headache last night. I think it's one of

"Silence, calm, peace are what's best": Messi to dictate own playing schedule post father's demise

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:32:31 GMT

Miami [US], August 15 (ANI): Inter Miami head coach Guillermo Hoyos refused to answer if Argentine legend Lionel Messi will feature in the clash against Nashville on Saturday, saying that after the demise of his father, it is upto to him to dictate his schedule and for him currently, 'silence, calm and peace' are the best.

Messi made a return to the pitch, but Inter Miami crashed out of the Leagues Cup with a 2-

India's 12 Inspiring Icons of 2026

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:58:08 GMT

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New Delhi [India], August 15: India's journey of growth and progress is shaped by people who create change through their work, ideas, dedication and service. From sports and healthcare to technology, entrepreneurship, education, immigration, spirituality, hospitality and social development, individuals across diverse fields continue to contribute to a stronger and more progressive India.

This Independen

With Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in protocol, Jays chase series win vs. Yankees

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:55:18 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays aim to continue their drive for a wild-card spot on Saturday afternoon as they bid to clinch their three-game series with the visiting New York Yankees.

The Blue Jays moved one game out in the congested race for the third wild-card spot in the American League with a 3-1 win in the series opener between two teams that are struggling offensivel

Virat Kohli, Abhinav Bindra, Bajrang Punia extend Independence Day wishes

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:30:21 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli joined sportspersons across the country in extending Independence Day greetings, sharing a patriotic message on his Instagram Story on Saturday.

Kohli shared an Independence Day graphic featuring the Indian tricolour and the Red Fort, along with a message wishing the country on the occasion.

Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra also shar

80th Independence Day: PM Modi announces nationwide sports talent hunt for 5-15 age group as India eyes 2036 Olympics

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 08:57:10 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reiterated India's ambition to host the 2036 Olympics and announced a nationwide talent hunt to identify sporting talent among children aged five to 15 years, while addressing the nation on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day.

Addressing the nation from the iconic Red Fort on Saturday, PM Modi said India's performance in sports has

MLB roundup: Christian Walker, Astros stun M's with 10th-inning rally

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 08:19:12 GMT

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Christian Walker blasted a three-run, walk-off homer as the Houston Astros answered a three-run rally by the visiting Seattle Mariners in the top of the 10th with a five-run bottom half en route to a wild 10-7 victory on Friday.

Victor Robles plated automatic runner Brendan Donovan with a homer to the left-center-field gap off Astros reliever Enyel De Los Santos (2-3

Qatar Denies Detaining Iranian Pilots After Iran Accuses Doha

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Qatar Denies Detaining Iranian Pilots After Iran Accuses Doha

Qatar denied on August 15 that it was holding three Iranian pilots after Tehran accused the country of detaining them after they went down during the early stages of the war in the Middle East.

We categorically deny the claims circulating regarding the detention of Iranian pilots, Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesman Ma

80th Independence Day: From golden turf to global turf, how India transformed into multi-sport powerhouse

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:57:58 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): As India marks 80 years of independence, its sporting story has changed. The era of relying on a single sport for global recognition has given way to world-class excellence across multiple disciplines.

From the triumph of the men's hockey team at the 1948 London Olympics to Kapil Dev's stunning 1983 Cricket World Cup victory, Indian sport has produced milestones that have shape

San Jose in a tough spot with red-hot St. Louis City paying a visit

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:05:05 GMT

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After a tough loss, the San Jose Earthquakes will have to be on top of their game Saturday night when visiting St. Louis City SC come to PayPal Park.

San Jose (10-5-3, 33 points) led 2-1 late in its last match, Aug. 1 at Cincinnati, but it couldn't maintain its defensive shape and conceded three goals in the final 11 minutes to suffer a 4-2 loss. The Earthquakes went f

Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leaves game, tests for concussion

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:55:08 GMT

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. left the game during Friday's 3-1 victory over the visiting New York Yankees after taking a knee to the head from shortstop George Lombard Jr. in an accidental collision at third base.

After the game, Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Guerrero was going through testing under concussion protocol.

The u

China Sports Weekly (8.9-8.15)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:15:14 GMT

BEIJING, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:

1. Olympic champion Wu Dajing named China short track head coach

Olympic champion Wu Dajing has been appointed head coach of China's short track speed skating team, China's Winter Sports Management Center announced on August 12.

Wu, 32, became the first Chinese man to win Olympic gold in shor

Alejandro Kirk delivers as Blue Jays knock off Yankees

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:05:16 GMT

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Alejandro Kirk hit the go-ahead double in a two-run sixth and added a homer Friday night to help the Toronto Blue Jays defeat the visiting New York Yankees 3-1.

The Blue Jays have won four of five on a seven-game homestand after taking the opener of a three-game series.

Shane Bieber (4-2) allowed one run, four hits and one walk with five strikeouts in six in

Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leaves game after collision

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 01:55:11 GMT

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had to leave Friday's game against the visiting New York Yankees after colliding with shortstop George Lombard Jr. at third base.

The unusual play occurred in the bottom of the sixth inning when the Blue Jays had Nathan Lukes on second and Guerrero on first with one out.

George Springer chopped a bouncer

Atlanta United looks to break losing streak vs. rested Red Bulls

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:40:24 GMT

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Atlanta United will look to break a lengthy winless streak when they host the New York Red Bulls on Saturday evening.

Atlanta (3-12-3, 12 points) hasn't won an MLS match in its last seven tries (0-5-2) and sits last in the MLS standings as it plays its first home match since May 9. The second-worst attack in the league (19 goals) could soon receive some much-needed hel

Fresh off milestone, Trevor Harris leads Roughriders vs. Ti-Cats

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:25:08 GMT

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Trevor Harris is fresh off an impressive career milestone and looks to continue his strong season when the Saskatchewan Roughriders visit the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Saturday night.

The 40-year-old Harris threw for 401 yards during last week's 42-20 victory over the visiting Ottawa Redblacks to become the 12th CFL quarterback to surpass 40,000 career passing ya

Columbus, Charlotte face off, both boasting newly-signed players

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:19:03 GMT

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The Columbus Crew will look to vault back into the playoff race in an away match against Charlotte FC on Saturday evening.

Columbus (5-8-5, 20 points) has taken four points from their three league games since the end of the World Cup break. The Crew advanced to the quarterfinals of the Leagues Cup with a tight penalty shootout win over Pumas, but they've struggled

Security tightened in Delhi, Gurugram after bomb threats ahead of 80th Independence Day celebrations

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:57:42 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): Security has been tightened in Delhi and Gurugram ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, with security agencies on high alert across key locations.

Security has been particularly intensified at the Red Fort following a bomb threat email received ahead of Independence Day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the 80th Independence Day Celebrations from the Red Fort.

D.C. United faces C.F. Montreal looking to extend unbeaten streak to six matches

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:05:02 GMT

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D.C. United forward Tai Baribo will look to continue his scoring streak as the club heads north for a match against CF Montreal on Saturday night.

The Israeli leads D.C. United with 11 goals this season and has scored in four consecutive matches. The 28-year-old is also three-for-three from the penalty spot this season.

'He's so hungry to score goals, and he's

Phillies, Twins return from Iowa, set to resume playoff chases

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:25:14 GMT

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While the Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins had a good time with their Field of Dreams game in Dyersville, Iowa, it is back to business when they resume their three-game series on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

The Phillies emerged from the cornfields on Thursday night and cruised to a 7-1 victory against the Twins in the third-ever neutral-site game on

Eager to end long winless stretch, Toronto FC face Revolution

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:05:23 GMT

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Toronto FC risk setting a club record for longest winless streak when they face the visiting New England Revolution on Saturday night.

Toronto FC (3-7-8, 17 points) played to a 1-1 draw against New York City FC on July 31 to extend their drought to 13 matches (0-6-7) in all competitions. Djordje Mihailovic's tying goal deep into first half stoppage time made f

ASBL is Redefining What it Means to Be the Best Builder in Hyderabad

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:29:13 GMT

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 14: Hyderabad's real estate market has grown rapidly over the last few years. As more people buy homes, customer expectations have also changed. Today, homebuyers are looking beyond location and amenities. They want a builder who listens, responds, and continues to support them even after they move in.

ASBL believes that being the best builder does not always

Orioles activate RHP Chris Bassitt from IL to face Rays

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:55:06 GMT

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The Baltimore Orioles reinstated right-hander Chris Bassitt to the active roster and the veteran will start Friday's road game against the Tampa Bay Rays.

In a corresponding move, right-hander Yaramil Hiraldo was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk.

Bassitt, 37, last pitched for the Orioles on June 3 before he went down with lower back discomfort. He is 4-4 with a

Toronto, Edmonton set to air it out in first meeting of season

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:25:13 GMT

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Two of the CFL's top passers go throw-for-throw when the Toronto Argonauts visit the Edmonton Elks on Saturday afternoon.

The Argonauts (4-4) are on a two-game winning streak and the Elks (6-3) are on a two-game losing streak in this matchup of teams holding second place in their respective divisions.

Fireworks are likely as Toronto quarterback Chad Kelly lea

UAE Blames Iran For Tanker Strikes In Strait Of Hormuz

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:30:00 GMT

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Gulf Cooperation Council Condemns Attack On UAE Vessels

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on August 14 condemned "Iran's attack" on two fuel tankers operated by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC).

Calling the assault a "dangerous and unacceptable escalation," the six-member, Riyadh-based group of oil-producing countries said in a statement that the United Arab Emirates

Trump Says He Will 'Soon' Declare Strait Of Hormuz US Territory

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:30:00 GMT

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Trump Says He Will 'Soon' Declare Strait Of Hormuz US Territory

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks at the Nassau County Police Academy Center for Training and Intelligence in Garden City, New York, on August 14.

President Donald Trump said on August 14 that he would soon declare the Strait of Hormuz part of US territory, suggesting this would happen after the United Sta

Invitation to media - Rachel Bendayan to announce Government of Canada support for Roberval manufacturing business

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Roberval, Quebec, August 19, 2026 - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

The Honourable Rachel Bendayan, Member of Parliament for Outremont and Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, will announce Government of Canada funding to support the growth of a Roberval manufacturing business.

Invitation to media - The Honourable Melanie Joly to announce Government of Canada support for Saguenay manufacturing business

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Saguenay, Quebec, August 18, 2026 - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for CED, will announce Government of Canada funding to support the growth of a Saguenay manufacturing business.

Media representatives are in

Canada's largest icebreaker reaches the North Pole

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:16:39 GMT

August 17, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario - National Defence / Canadian Coast Guard

Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Louis S. St-Laurent, Canada's largest, most powerful icebreaker, reached the North Pole on August 16 as part of its 2026 Arctic deployment.

The transit supports Canada's work to define the country's continental shelf and map its outer limits under the United Nations Convention on La

New Leaders, Enduring Belief: NPC3's Culture Beyond Buildings

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:35:36 GMT

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Vancouver, British Columbia. In a year when the fate of a long-promised Filipino cultural centre in British Columbia has become tangled in politics, foreclosure notices, and competing proposals, the National Pilipino Canadian Cultural Centre (NPC3) has quietly kept doing what it has always done best: weaving cul

Australia: Chinese Government Menaces Uyghur Diaspora

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:31:00 GMT

(Sydney) - The Chinese government is interrogating Uyghur Australians visiting Xinjiang, pressing them to collect information on Uyghurs in Australia, Human Rights Watch said today as its executive director, Philippe Bolopion, visited Australia.

Chinese authorities have long engaged in

Critics jeer plans for $400 million tennis stadium expansion in beloved Montreal park

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:57:38 GMT

MONTREAL (CN) - Tennis Canada's proposed expansion in Montreal's iconic Jarry Park is dismaying to many residents who demand their park remain a public space.

"Not one more inch!" Montrealers exclaimed as they marched through the streets Sunday, calling on the nonprofit organization to cancel its modernization project, announced in late June.

For years, Tennis Canada and

Patriots Sign Veteran OL Greg Van Roten; Release TE Mitch Van Vooren

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT

The Patriots announced that they have signed veteran OL Greg Van Roten. In addition, the Patriots released TE Mitch Van Vooren.

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FOXBOROUGH, Mass.The New England Patriots announced that they have signed veteran OL Greg Van Roten (pronounced van ROW-tin). In addition, the Patriots released TE Mitch Van Vooren.

Van Roten, 36, has played for the Gre

Ravens Mourn the Loss of Legend O.J. Brigance

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:36:29 GMT

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The Ravens are mourning the loss of the legendary O.J. Brigance, who heroically battled ALS for 19 years.

Brigance, 56, was in many ways the heartbeat of the organization, a courageous and inspiring leader who kept coming to work despite his physical limitations.

Brigance had a profound impact throughout the Ravens organization, providing guidance and perspective to players, coaches, and per

New Leaders, Enduring Belief: NPC3s Culture Beyond Buildings

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:05:36 GMT

by Maria Veronica Vernie G. Caparas

Vancouver, British Columbia. In a year when the fate of a long-promised Filipino cultural centre in British Columbia has become tangled in politics, foreclosure notices, and competing proposals, the National Pilipino Canadian Cultural Centre (NPC3) has quietly kept doing what it has always done best: weaving culture from the ground up: one classroom, one stage,

Aid workers under fire as drones reshape warfare

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The UN is warning that aid workers face a deadly and evolving threat, with armed drones reshaping battlefields worldwide putting humanitarian teams increasingly in the line of fire.

Russias ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine has left civilians vulnerable to repeated deadly attacks and humanitarian workers and key facilities being targeted and destroyed.

Drone strikes are posing deadly risks to civilians