Countering protectionism: Quebec boosts presence in U.S. as election looms

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Patrick Maroon announced his retirement at age 37 after this season, revealing the decision in a pregame interview with Chicago Sports Network before a game against his hometown St. Louis Blues. Maroon helped the Blues win their first championship in 2019, then went on to win back-to-back Cups with the Tampa Bay Lightning. He became the fourth player in NHL history and first since 1964 to achieve this feat, culminating his...

In the match between Wales and Kazakhstan, Dan James creates a scoring opportunity for substitute Jordan James, but Kazakhstan's goalkeeper Aleksandr Zarvtskiy makes a crucial save. Kazakhstan shows resilience with a shot from Vorogovskiy deflected by Brooks, while Wales takes the lead with a goal from Ben Davies off a corner kick. The first half ends with the score tied at 1-1, setting the stage for an intense second half. Full Article

Former police officer Tiara Brown won the WBC world featherweight championship in a split-decision victory against Skye Nicolson, with judges scoring the bout 97-93 and 96-94 in her favor. Brown, who had previously served in law enforcement, became emotional upon winning her first professional title, while Nicolson suffered her first loss. Brown, now 19-0, thanked God and her hometown of Fort Myers after the match, expressing her desire to relax and enjoy some treats before...

The second round of college basketball kicks off with matchups like Arkansas vs. St. John's, featuring Hall of Fame coaches Rick Pitino and John Calipari. Other games include Houston vs. Gonzaga and McNeese vs. Purdue, with updates and analysis provided throughout the day. The schedule is packed with exciting games, with key matchups like Michigan vs. Texas A&M and Creighton vs. Auburn on the lineup. Full Article

In a heartwarming gesture, Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch surprised his team by starting veteran forward Joe Ingles, who rarely played this season, to allow his son Jacob, who has autism, to watch him play in a game before the family's departure. Despite Ingles going scoreless, the team rallied around the moment and secured a 134-93 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, reinvigorating their spirits and showcasing the power of compassion in sports. This...

Leon Edwards and Sean Brady headline UFC London in a crucial welterweight bout, with "Meatball" Molly McCann and Nathaniel Wood also in action at the O2 Arena. The co-main event features Jan Blachowicz taking on Carlos Ulberg. Follow live updates and results from the main card and prelims here, as Edwards looks to bounce back from his title loss to Belal Muhammad in July. Full Article