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Swords scores 17 as Canada beats Japan at FIBA U19 Women's World Cup quarterfinals

Swords scores 17 as Canada beats Japan at FIBA U19 Women's World Cup quarterfinals

BRNO — Syla Swords had a game-high 17 points and Canada advanced to the semifinals of the FIBA Under-19 Women's World Cup with an 85-65 win over Japan on Friday.
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But all my friends have one: Why some parents say no to kids' demand for e-scooters

But all my friends have one: Why some parents say no to kids' demand for e-scooters

TORONTO — Nainesh Kotak says it doesn't matter how many of his 11-year-old son's friends have e-scooters, he's not letting his own child have one. The personal injury lawyer based in Mississauga, Ont.
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Lloyd Howell steps down as executive director of NFL Players Association

Lloyd Howell steps down as executive director of NFL Players Association

Lloyd Howell has resigned as executive director of the NFL Players Association, citing distractions his leadership has caused in recent weeks.
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Canadian midfielder Florianne Jourde signs with Paris Saint-Germain until 2028

Canadian midfielder Florianne Jourde signs with Paris Saint-Germain until 2028

PARIS (AP) — Canadian midfielder Florianne Jourde has signed a deal with Paris Saint-Germain's women's team until the end of June 2028. Jourde previously played with AS Monteuil de Laval in Canada before she joined USC Trojans in the United States.
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Ex-Raptors exec Masai Ujiri remains focused on humanitarian work as Giants of Africa Festival nears

Ex-Raptors exec Masai Ujiri remains focused on humanitarian work as Giants of Africa Festival nears

NEW YORK (AP) — Masai Ujiri's July is shaping up to be quite the rollercoaster ride.
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Arsenal's gaudy transfer fee for Canadian forward Olivia Smith buzzes at home

Arsenal's gaudy transfer fee for Canadian forward Olivia Smith buzzes at home

A Canadian player setting a new benchmark in the women's soccer transfer market floats a lot of boats, says Northern Super League co-founder and former Canadian international Diana Matheson. The one million pounds (C$1.
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With all-star break complete, first-place Toronto Blue Jays set to welcome Giants

With all-star break complete, first-place Toronto Blue Jays set to welcome Giants

TORONTO — After a strong performance over the first half of the season, the first-place Toronto Blue Jays are hoping to pick up where they left off now that the all-star break is complete.
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Undefeated Alexander stages epic Alouettes comeback over Argos, but hurts hamstring

Undefeated Alexander stages epic Alouettes comeback over Argos, but hurts hamstring

MONTREAL — Davis Alexander remains undefeated in the CFL after rallying for an epic comeback Thursday night, but the Montreal Alouettes might have to carry on without him once again.
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Lloyd Howell steps down as executive director of NFL Players Association

Lloyd Howell steps down as executive director of NFL Players Association

Lloyd Howell has resigned as executive director of the NFL Players Association, citing distractions his leadership has caused in recent weeks.
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Canada's Denis Shapovalov posts 6-3, 6-2 win over Australia's Tristan Schoolkate

Canada's Denis Shapovalov posts 6-3, 6-2 win over Australia's Tristan Schoolkate

LOS CABOS — Canada's Denis Shapovalov reached the semifinals at the Mifel Tennis Open on Thursday with a 6-3, 6-2 win over Australia's Tristan Schoolkate. Shapovalov, from Richmond Hill, Ont., needed one hour 17 minutes to complete the victory.
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