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McConnell endorses Trump for president. He once blamed Trump for 'disgraceful' Jan. 6, 2021, attack
WASHINGTON (AP) - Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell endorsed Donald Trump for president Wednesday, a remarkable turnaround from the onetime critic who blamed the former president for "disgracef...
Mar 06, 2024
Buck Stops Here: Broadcaster Martinez roams complex at Jays camp, soaking up info
With trusty black notebook and pen in hand, Buck Martinez covers a wide expanse at the Toronto Blue Jays' player development complex during spring training in Dunedin, Fla. Sometimes the veteran broad...
Mar 06, 2024
Capitals re-sign defenceman Rasmus Sandin to a 5-year contract worth $23 million
The Washington Capitals re-signed defenceman Rasmus Sandin on Wednesday to a five-year contract worth $23 million. He will count $4.6 million against the salary cap through the 2028-29 NHL season. San...
Mar 06, 2024
IS militants kill at least 18 people in an attack on villagers collecting truffles in eastern Syria
BEIRUT (AP) - Islamic State militants attacked villagers collecting truffles in eastern Syria on Wednesday, killing at least 18 people and leaving dozens injured and missing, opposition activists and ...
Mar 06, 2024
Paralympics organizers bar Russians and Belarusians from opening and closing ceremonies in Paris
BONN, Germany (AP) - Russian and Belarusian athletes were barred Wednesday from marching in this year's Paralympics opening ceremony in Paris, even if they are approved to compete as neutrals. The Int...
Mar 06, 2024
Federal government plans to consult widely before any changes to Emergencies Act
OTTAWA - The federal government is open to changing the Emergencies Act but says it first wants to consult widely on the law it invoked to quell "Freedom Convoy" protests two years ago. In its respons...
Mar 06, 2024
Saskatchewan bounces back in a big way at 2024 Brier
Mike McEwen and Saskatchewan scored three or more points in three different ends Tuesday to get back in the win column at the 2024 Brier."You don't want to fall back too quickly, so this was a really ...
Mar 06, 2024
Nikki Haley will suspend her campaign and leave Donald Trump as the last major Republican candidate
NEW YORK (AP) - Nikki Haley will suspend her presidential campaign Wednesday after being soundly defeated across the country on Super Tuesday, according to people familiar with her decision, leaving D...
Mar 06, 2024
Spanish prosecutors accuse Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti of alleged tax fraud
MADRID (AP) - Spanish state prosecutors have accused Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti of alleged tax fraud, claiming he used shell companies to hide parts of his income during his first stint at the ...
Mar 06, 2024
In the news today: Nashville plane crash investigation, prison officials to testify
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... Investigation continues into Nashville plane crash U.S. authorities continue to...
Mar 06, 2024
