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Anti-Israel protests turn the Spanish Vuelta cycling race into a diplomatic battleground September 13, 2025 - 10:08 AM

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — As an alderperson in northwestern Spain, Rosana Prieto tends to the running of her tiny village and is far removed from major cities, often rocked by protests over geopolitical issues. But with one of the world's biggest cycling races coursing through the bucolic hills nearby, she and hundreds of like-minded townspeople sensed a chance to make their small voices heard, denouncing

Anti-Israel protests turn the Spanish Vuelta cycling race into a diplomatic battleground September 13, 2025 - 8:16 AM

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — As an alderperson in northwestern Spain, Rosana Prieto tends to the running of her tiny village and is far removed from major cities, often rocked by protests over geopolitical issues. But with one of the world's biggest cycling races coursing through the bucolic hills nearby, she and hundreds of like-minded townspeople sensed a chance to make their small voices heard, denouncing

Toronto FC looking to the future as Major League Soccer season winds down September 12, 2025 - 3:16 PM

TORONTO — Elimination from playoff contention is on the line again Saturday as Toronto FC visits the New England Revolution after the international break.
Italian boxer speaks out over online abuse since Olympic bout against Khelif September 12, 2025 - 9:35 AM

NAPLES, Italy (AP) — Italian boxer Angela Carini says the online abuse she's received since her Olympic fight against Imane Khelif last year has “destroyed her career.”
Brittany Force, 'Queen of Speed,' to retire after record-breaking season to start a family September 12, 2025 - 8:01 AM

Not long after Brittany Force went 343.51 mph in the fastest run in NHRA history, the two-time Top Fuel world champion announced Friday she is retiring at the end of the season to focus on starting a family.
Wallabies' resurgence fuels high expectations ahead of sold-out test against Argentina September 11, 2025 - 9:29 PM

Harry Wilson's Wallabies are in an unfamiliar position in the Rugby Championship, reveling in a vibe that seems very different from recent seasons.
Lions appear they could be on shaky ground as Ben Johnson returns to Ford Field with Bears September 11, 2025 - 2:25 PM

DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions, favorites to win the last Super Bowl before flopping in the playoffs, are suddenly on shaky ground in the eyes of some NFL observers.
No. 6 Georgia at No. 15 Tennessee highlights Week 3 SEC matchups September 11, 2025 - 4:11 AM

What to watch for this week in the Southeastern Conference:
After a family break, Leah Pruett's NHRA comeback is set for 2026 following birth of her son September 09, 2025 - 6:29 AM

Leah Pruett will return to NHRA competition next season, a little over a year after welcoming a son with NASCAR Hall of Famer Tony Stewart.
Lanning says Gundy's spending comments fueled No. 6 Oregon in win over Oklahoma State September 06, 2025 - 6:56 PM

Oregon coach Dan Lanning suggested that comments Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy made this week about the financial disparities between the two teams contributed to the Ducks' 69-3 rout of the Cowboys on Saturday.
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New $1.2M renovation lets beverage makers experiment in Penticton
Drink makers are going to be able to head to the newly renovated lab at Okanagan College's Penticton campus to work on innovative beverages. Okanagan College has spent $1.2 million to renovate its Beverage Technology Access Centre with

Penticton 'potio' weed lounge going strong despite stifling regulations
A cozy, clean patio with picnic tables where Penticton’s potheads can gather outside a dispensary to get stoned is a surprisingly rare space. As of February 2024 cannabis shops in BC could have outdoor lounges for people to smoke, but

Okanagan appraisal firm wins trademark dispute with rival company
An Okanagan real estate appraisal company has won the right to trademark its name despite opposition from a rival firm. According to an Aug. 6 Canadian Intellectual Property Office decision, Okanagan Appraisals had been granted the right to

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