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Iran attacks alleged militant bases in Pakistan; Islamabad says 'unprovoked' strikes kill 2 children
ISLAMABAD (AP) - Iran launched attacks Tuesday in Pakistan targeting what it described as bases for the militant group Jaish al-Adl, potentially further raising tensions in a Middle East already roile...
Jan 16, 2024
Slalom dominators Shiffrin and Vlhova set up another duel for victory at night race in Austria
FLACHAU, Austria (AP) - Mikaela Shiffrin was edged out by Slovakian skier Petra Vlhova in the opening run of women's World Cup night race Tuesday as the pair continued their slalom rivalry. The Americ...
Jan 16, 2024
Wrestler Hulk Hogan helps rescue teenage girl trapped after Florida car crash
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Retired wrestler Hulk Hogan and a friend rescued a teenage girl who was trapped in an overturned vehicle after a crash in Florida, according to Hogan's social media posts. Hogan sai...
Jan 16, 2024
B.C. animal rescue group receives dozens of hummingbirds over cold, injuries
BURNABY, B.C. - Bitterly cold temperatures in southern British Columbia have prompted a "dramatic increase" in the number of hummingbird admissions to the Wildlife Rescue Association of BC. The associ...
Jan 16, 2024
Don't blame us, Hajdu says of Chrétien-era effort to soften UN's Indigenous language
OTTAWA - The current federal Liberal government is trying to distance itself from the one that reportedly conspired with Australia to weaken United Nations language on Indigenous Peoples in the early ...
Jan 16, 2024
Vladi Guerrero, son of HOF slugger and half-brother of Blue Jays star, strikes deal with Mets
NEW YORK (AP) - Another member of the Guerrero family is headed to pro ball. Vladi Miguel Guerrero, an outfielder/infielder who is a son of Hall of Fame slugger Vladimir Guerrero and a half-brother of...
Jan 16, 2024
Prince Albert bowlers qualify for Nationals
After striking some big numbers at provincials, three Prince Albert bowlers are rolling on to nationals.Braden Akers, Charlie Spitzack and Hailee Anderson-Nilson have all been named to the All-Star Te...
Jan 16, 2024
NBA Notebook: Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder come long way from embarrassment years ago
A historic win led to some reflection for Canadian superstar guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Hamilton native scored 31 points in 21 minutes of action and his Oklahoma City Thunder clobbered the Por...
Jan 16, 2024
'Amazing response from the community': Annual winter clothing campaign delivers again
Winter clothing is on the way for those who need it most as a cold snap continues to sweep through the Prince Albert region.The Wrapped up for the Holidays campaign concluded on Tuesday. The annual in...
Jan 16, 2024
Montreal hopes all-night entertainment zone can help revive sagging downtown
MONTREAL - The City of Montreal has outlined a plan to "relaunch" its downtown by 2030, including the creation of a round-the-clock nightlife zone. The city is eyeing the Quartier Latin - a neighbourh...
Jan 16, 2024
