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Toronto FC opts not to bring Giovinco back in the fold but keeps the door openTORONTO — Major League Soccer's roster freeze came and went Friday without Toronto FC adding former league MVP Sebastian Giovinco back in the fold. Toronto opened its training centre to the 36-year-old Italian in August, allowing him to practice on his own. Earlier this month, he was incorporated into the team warmups before training. "If we were just looking for a nice moment, a nice feeling for our fans, for Seba, we probably could have pulled the trigger on a deal," interim coach Terry Dunfie
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A member of the secret panel studying Wisconsin Supreme Court justice's impeachment backed her rivalMADISON, Wis. (AP) — One of the former Wisconsin Supreme Court justices tapped to investigate impeaching newly elected Justice Janet Protasiewicz for taking Democratic Party money accepted donations from the state Republican Party when he was on the court. The former justice, Republican David Prosser, gave $500 to the conservative candidate who lost to Protasiewicz, did not recuse from cases involving a law he helped pass as a lawmaker and was investigated after a physical altercation with a lib
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Zach Eflin and the Rays limit the Orioles to 2 hits, win 7-1 to pull even in AL EastBALTIMORE (AP) — Zach Eflin and two relievers combined on a two-hitter, Brandon Lowe and Harold Ramírez homered, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-1 on Friday night to pull into a virtual tie atop the AL East. Tampa Bay, which has won nine of 11 and 18 of 24, has erased a season-high four-game deficit in a span of six days thanks in part to winning the first two of a four-game series against Baltimore. Heston Kjerstad homered leading off the sixth — his first major league hit —
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Canadian tech organization urges 'responsible' approach to AI regulationTORONTO — An organization representing more than 150 Canadian tech companies is calling on the country to take a sensitive but speedy approach to artificial intelligence. In a report released Friday, the Council of Canadian Innovators (CCI) argues the country has an opportunity to be a leader in the global AI sector, currently valued at $299 billion and projected to reach $2 trillion by 2030. However, CCI said Canada must ensure any AI regulation is "responsible," blending clarity, trust and les
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What's at stake as 13,000 workers go on strike at major US auto makersAbout 13,000 auto workers have walked off the job at three targeted factories after their union leaders couldn't reach a deal with Detroit's automakers. The United Auto Workers union is seeking big raises and better benefits from General Motors, Ford and Stellantis.
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Angels' Anthony Rendon says his injury is a fracture, not a bone bruiseANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon says his leg injury is a fractured tibia, not a deep bone bruise. Rendon gave a rare update to reporters Friday at Angel Stadium, although he didn't give details or say whether he'll be able to return this season. The $245 million slugger has been sidelined since July 4 with the latest injury in his extensive history. Rendon fouled a ball off his leg in a game against San Diego and went on the injured list for the third time
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Jets QB Aaron Rodgers announces he had surgery to repair torn Achilles tendonFLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers announced on his Instagram Stories Thursday night that he had surgery to repair his torn left Achilles tendon on Wednesday. The post includes a picture of a smiling Rodgers in a blue medical cap and gown in a hospital bed with his left foot clearly bruised. Rodgers said the surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, an orthopedic surgeon based in Los Angeles who has worked with numerous professional athletes during his career.
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Extra-large Browns rookie Dawand Jones set for colossal MNF matchup against Steelers star T.J. WattBEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns rookie Dawand Jones does everything extra large, so it's no surprise his first NFL start will be on a colossal stage. Monday night. In Pittsburgh. Against Steelers star T.J. Watt. Are you ready for some football? “Can’t wait,” Cleveland's unassuming 6-foot-8, 375-pound right tackle said Thursday. “Honestly, I couldn’t ask for nothing else.” Careful, kid. His matchup against Watt, one of the NFL's most feared edge rushers, will go a long way toward deciding if the Browns
