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Toronto-raised star Malin Akerman on the sisterhood in 'Chick Fight' and her own life

TORONTO — Like her character in her new film "Chick Fight," Toronto-raised actress Malin Akerman says she's faced a few struggles in her career.

Nov 13, 2020 11:09 AM Read more >

Zverev denies domestic abuse allegations: 'Not who I am'

LONDON — German tennis player Alexander Zverev gave a more detailed denial of domestic abuse allegations made by a former girlfriend, saying Friday “that's not who I am.

Nov 13, 2020 9:29 AM Read more >

Snow, cold and COVID-19 precautions usher in early ski season in Western Canada

CALGARY — Western Canadians tired of isolating at home are filling the slopes at mountain ski resorts that have opened earlier than usual despite worries about surging cases of COVID-19.

Nov 13, 2020 2:15 AM Read more >

Braves' Freeman wins NL MVP, White Sox slugger Abreu gets AL

NEW YORK — As opening day finally approached, Freddie Freeman had far bigger concerns than perfecting his swing and practicing his scoops. Just being able to walk a few steps was hard enough.

Nov 12, 2020 7:29 PM Read more >

Jays GM Atkins says he has "been close" on a deal, sees opportunity in market

Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins had just started a media conference call on Thursday when a call came in on his mobile phone. Some 15 minutes later, it was his iPad that started ringing.

Nov 12, 2020 4:24 PM Read more >

Vancouver Whitecaps feel stronger, closer to playoffs after tough season

VANCOUVER — Russell Teibert knows there are people that counted the Vancouver Whitecaps out this season.

Nov 12, 2020 4:08 PM Read more >

Vancouver's Pospisil beats Millman, advances to Sofia Open semifinals

SOFIA, Bulgaria — Vancouver's Vasek Pospisil advanced to the semifinals of the Sofia Open indoor hardcourt tennis tournament with a 6-3, 6-2 win over sixth-seed John Millman on Thursday.

Nov 12, 2020 3:45 PM Read more >

"I like to compete against the best" - De Grasse disappointed he won't race Coleman

The world's fastest men have never intimidated Andre De Grasse. He prefers to measure himself against the very best.

Nov 12, 2020 3:09 PM Read more >

Canada's Haley takes on hockey hopes of Hungarian women

Unable to coach the Ryerson Rams to a national women's university hockey title because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lisa Haley has applied her talents to an up-and-coming country.

Nov 12, 2020 2:47 PM Read more >

After long wait, defender Mustafa Kizza making a mark with Montreal Impact

It took Mustafa Kizza months to join his Montreal Impact teammates, but the young defender hasn't wasted any time in thriving with the club.

Nov 12, 2020 1:19 PM Read more >