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Canada learned lessons from Trump’s first term — and vice versa, says ambassador
WASHINGTON – It’s a truism in foreign-policy circles that the world learned some hard lessons from Donald Trump’s volatile first term as president. But as the prospect of a second term looms, could it also be true that the notoriously stubborn Trump and his advisers left the White House with a better grasp of Canada’s ... Read More »
A ‘watershed year’ for Canada-U.S. relations, but guess who’s lurking in the wings?
WASHINGTON – Two years ago, the new United States ambassador to Canada arrived in snowbound Ottawa for the first time, thinking he knew all about America’s rock-ribbed relationship with its trusted northern neighbour. But David Cohen soon noticed something was amiss. “As I began to travel around Canada, I was surprised to learn the pervasiveness ... Read More »
Outgoing Norad commander says Canada, U.S. too slow to adapt to threats
OTTAWA – In a world of uncertainty, there is one critical mission the North American Aerospace Defence Command can count on every year: tracking Santa Claus. On Sunday, millions of people will log onto the specialized website and social media channels that depict the jolly old elf’s magical journey as he and his reindeer visit ... Read More »
Daccord ties own Kraken franchise record with 42 saves in 2-1 win over Kings
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Joey Daccord matched his own Seattle franchise record with 42 saves – 21 in the first period – and survived a furious final three minutes to help the Kraken hold off the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 on Wednesday night. The Kings pulled goalie Cam Talbot with 2:52 remaining, but could not ... Read More »
Sports scoreboard for Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023
Wednesday’s Scoreboard NHL Winnipeg 5, Detroit 2 Washington 3, N.Y. Islanders 2, OT Seattle 2, Los Angeles 1 — AHL Laval 3, Syracuse 2 Toronto 7, Providence 3 Cleveland 5, Rochester 3 Milwaukee 7, Iowa 4 Texas 6, Grand Rapids 2 Bakersfield 4, Calgary 2 Henderson 5, Coachella Valley 1 Abbotsford 5, Ontario 2 San ... Read More »
Dylan Strome scores in OT to lift Capitals past Islanders, 3-2
WASHINGTON (AP) – Dylan Strome scored on an overtime power play and the Washington Capitals beat the New York Islanders 3-2 on Wednesday night for their second straight victory. Strome scored his team-leading 13th of the season 1:41 into 3-on-3 overtime, and Darcy Kuemper made 30 saves to propel Washington to its fourth win in ... Read More »
Taylor Swift’s new romance, debt-erasing gifts and the eclipse are among most joyous moments of 2023
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – A romance that united sports and music fans, a celestial wonder that drew millions of eyes skyward and a spiritual homecoming for some Native American tribes were just some of the moments that inspired us and brought joy in 2023. In a year that saw multiple wars, deadly mass shootings, ... Read More »
Custom made by Tulane students, mobility chairs help special needs toddlers get moving
NEW ORLEANS (AP) – At 19 months old, Elijah Jack, born with no femur bone in one leg and a short femur in the other, is unable to walk on his own like most toddlers his age. Another 19-month-old, Freya Baudoin, born prematurely at 28 weeks and delayed in her mobility, has finally taken her ... Read More »
Local broadcasts for 11 NHL teams will remain on Bally Sports after agreement
The NHL and Diamond Sports Group, the largest owner of regional sports networks, have reached an agreement that will keep local broadcasts for 11 teams on Bally Sports through the end of this season. The agreement, which was contained in a court filing made Wednesday, is subject to court approval. Diamond Sports has been in ... Read More »
Canada’s Jamal Murray trying to get healthy as Nuggets defend first-ever NBA title
TORONTO – Canada’s Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets are getting used to being the hunted and not the hunters after winning their first-ever NBA championship. Murray led the Nuggets into Toronto on Wednesday night for his first game in Canada since Denver dispatched the Miami Heat in five games last season. He said that ... Read More »
Edwards has big day in homecoming, freshmen stand out as No. 17 UConn women romp past Toronto team
TORONTO (AP) – Aaliyah Edwards scored 26 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in her homecoming, leading No. 17 UConn to a 111-34 win over Toronto Metropolitan on Wednesday. Behind Edwards, who was two shy of her career high while shooting 9 of 13 from the field plus 8 of 9 at the foul line, the ... Read More »
