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BRANDON — A Brandon University paleontologist has helped identify dinosaur barf that’s nearly 290 million years old — and could be the oldest known example of fossilized vomit from a land-dwelling predator.
Fossilized vomit provides insight on dinosaur that lived 290 million years ago
BRANDON — A Brandon University paleontologist has helped identify dinosaur barf that’s nearly 290 million years old — and could be the oldest known example of fossilized vomit from a land-dwelling predator.
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February 19, 2026 at 1:15 PM
BRANDON — A Brandon University paleontologist has helped identify dinosaur barf that’s nearly 290 million years old — and could be the oldest known example of fossilized vomit from a land-dwelling predator.
LONDON (AP) — King Charles III said that the law must take its course in the investigation of his brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
King Charles III says the law must take its course in the investigation of his brother, Andrew
LONDON (AP) — King Charles III said that the law must take its course in the investigation of his brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:15 PM
LONDON (AP) — King Charles III said that the law must take its course in the investigation of his brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
It’s Day 13 of competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics, where Canada is guaranteed a medal in the women’s hockey final, and other athletes are in action in curling and speed skating.
Here's the latest on Day 13 of the Milan Cortina Olympics
It’s Day 13 of competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics, where Canada is guaranteed a medal in the women’s hockey final, and other athletes are in action in curling and speed skating.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:08 PM
It’s Day 13 of competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics, where Canada is guaranteed a medal in the women’s hockey final, and other athletes are in action in curling and speed skating.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Tariffs paid by midsized U.S. businesses tripled over the course of last year, new research tied to one of America’s leading banks showed on Thursday — more evidence that President Donald Trump ‘s push to charge higher taxes on imports is causing economic disruption.
Tariffs paid by midsized US firms tripled last year, new analysis from JPMorganChase Institute shows
WASHINGTON (AP) — Tariffs paid by midsized U.S. businesses tripled over the course of last year, new research tied to one of America’s leading banks showed on Thursday — more evidence that President Donald Trump ‘s push to charge higher taxes on imports is causing economic disruption.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:07 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) — Tariffs paid by midsized U.S. businesses tripled over the course of last year, new research tied to one of America’s leading banks showed on Thursday — more evidence that President Donald Trump ‘s push to charge higher taxes on imports is causing economic disruption.
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Bulgaria’s newly appointed prime minister on Thursday reaffirmed that his country’s pro-Western orientation is “a core value” and a strategic commitment, as it prepares for April elections.
Bulgaria's new prime minister reaffirms country's pro-Western orientation ahead of April vote
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Bulgaria’s newly appointed prime minister on Thursday reaffirmed that his country’s pro-Western orientation is “a core value” and a strategic commitment, as it prepares for April elections.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:06 PM
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Bulgaria’s newly appointed prime minister on Thursday reaffirmed that his country’s pro-Western orientation is “a core value” and a strategic commitment, as it prepares for April elections.
LONDON (AP) — U.K. police arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
UK's former Prince Andrew arrested: Read the police statement in full
LONDON (AP) — U.K. police arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:06 PM
LONDON (AP) — U.K. police arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Visits to Winnipeg libraries have increased, but changing habits may prevent them from reaching pre-pandemic levels, new data show.
City library visits up 28% from 2022
Despite rebound, change in use could prevent return to pre-COVID-19 numbers
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February 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Visits to Winnipeg libraries have increased, but changing habits may prevent them from reaching pre-pandemic levels, new data show.
When produced legally, ecstasy has shown it can help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder — and it will soon be used in Manitoba for the first time.
First Manitoba patient to be treated with MDMA
When produced legally, ecstasy has shown it can help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder — and it will soon be used in Manitoba for the first time.
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February 19, 2026 at 1:58 AM
When produced legally, ecstasy has shown it can help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder — and it will soon be used in Manitoba for the first time.
MILAN — The occasion was not too big for Connor Hellebuyck.
Hellebuyck stands tall for Team USA
Jets’ netminder backstops U.S. to overtime win over Swedes
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February 19, 2026 at 1:28 AM
MILAN — The occasion was not too big for Connor Hellebuyck.
Logan Stanley has been around long enough to know that, in the NHL, deadlines usually spur action.
‘Nothing but good things to say about the organization’
Towering defenceman Stanley would love to stick with team that drafted him
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February 19, 2026 at 12:48 AM
Logan Stanley has been around long enough to know that, in the NHL, deadlines usually spur action.
Dylan Kantimer was returning from work to his rural Woodridge-area home on Aug. 25, 2022, when he received an odd message from his wife.
Witnesses testify they saw accused killer in hole by rural trail
Man charged with first-degree murder in death of 20-year-old woman
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February 19, 2026 at 12:38 AM
Dylan Kantimer was returning from work to his rural Woodridge-area home on Aug. 25, 2022, when he received an odd message from his wife.
The City of Winnipeg was forced to petition a court in Arizona to collect damages owed to taxpayers from a former chief administrative officer embroiled in the problem-plagued police headquarters construction project.
City went to Arizona court to collect $1.1M from ex-CAO
The City of Winnipeg was forced to petition a court in Arizona to collect damages owed to taxpayers from a former chief administrative officer embroiled in the problem-plagued police headquarters construction project.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:32 AM
The City of Winnipeg was forced to petition a court in Arizona to collect damages owed to taxpayers from a former chief administrative officer embroiled in the problem-plagued police headquarters construction project.
When playwright Michael Healey wrote a Succession-tinged, one-person show about the family saga of the Rogers telecommunications dynasty, there was no competition when it came to selecting his performer.
Consolidation plan
Actor takes on challenge of multiple roles in one-man show
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February 19, 2026 at 12:12 AM
When playwright Michael Healey wrote a Succession-tinged, one-person show about the family saga of the Rogers telecommunications dynasty, there was no competition when it came to selecting his performer.
The Manitoba Camping Association has issued a “statement of unity” in response to a campaign targeting its two Jewish member camps.
Association issues statement in support of two Jewish camps
The Manitoba Camping Association has issued a “statement of unity” in response to a campaign targeting its two Jewish member camps.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:09 AM
The Manitoba Camping Association has issued a “statement of unity” in response to a campaign targeting its two Jewish member camps.
MILAN — Love him or hate him — and there’s no shortage of fans in both camps when it comes to Tom Wilson — there’s no question which side of the debate the Pischke family of Winnipeg falls on.
‘So special to be able to experience this’
Pischke family Wilson’s Winnipeg connection
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February 18, 2026 at 11:47 PM
MILAN — Love him or hate him — and there’s no shortage of fans in both camps when it comes to Tom Wilson — there’s no question which side of the debate the Pischke family of Winnipeg falls on.
An ambitious, decades-long plan to revitalize Point Douglas proposes a balanced mix of new homes, businesses and light industrial sites with the aim of creating a safe, inclusive and complete neighbourhood.
From eyesore to eye-catching
New homes, businesses and parks anchor plan for revitalized Point Douglas
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February 18, 2026 at 11:27 PM
An ambitious, decades-long plan to revitalize Point Douglas proposes a balanced mix of new homes, businesses and light industrial sites with the aim of creating a safe, inclusive and complete neighbourhood.
The audible gasps were eventually replaced by sighs of relief.
‘That was an awesome ending’
Banter ensues as Jets watch Oly quarterfinals after practice
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February 18, 2026 at 11:07 PM
The audible gasps were eventually replaced by sighs of relief.
MILAN — A hockey-crazed nation exhales.
Bring on the Finns
Canada punches ticket to semifinals in thriller over Czechia
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February 18, 2026 at 11:06 PM
MILAN — A hockey-crazed nation exhales.
A Manitoba company has been fined after pleading guilty to violating provincial health and safety regulations following the death of a subcontractor at its Winnipeg asphalt plant.
Wintec fined in relation to subcontractor’s death in 2022
A Manitoba company has been fined after pleading guilty to violating provincial health and safety regulations following the death of a subcontractor at its Winnipeg asphalt plant.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:24 PM
A Manitoba company has been fined after pleading guilty to violating provincial health and safety regulations following the death of a subcontractor at its Winnipeg asphalt plant.
Even Mick E. Moose traded his Winnipeg Jets jersey for a green shirt.
Parents of late Humboldt hockey player go green for organ donor campaign
Even Mick E. Moose traded his Winnipeg Jets jersey for a green shirt.
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February 18, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Even Mick E. Moose traded his Winnipeg Jets jersey for a green shirt.
A father grieving the loss of his 18-year-old daughter says he was stunned to learn a 14-year-old boy is accused in her slaying.
Dad shocked 14-year-old boy charged in daughter’s death
A father grieving the loss of his 18-year-old daughter says he was stunned to learn a 14-year-old boy is accused in her slaying.
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February 18, 2026 at 7:03 PM
A father grieving the loss of his 18-year-old daughter says he was stunned to learn a 14-year-old boy is accused in her slaying.
TORONTO – The head of RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust says the recent financial troubles of retailers like Toys “R” Us and Hudson’s Bay are not representative of the wider retail landscape.
Retail landscape strong despite Toys "R" Us, Hudson's Bay failures: RioCan
TORONTO – The head of RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust says the recent financial troubles of retailers like Toys “R” Us and Hudson’s Bay are not representative of the wider retail landscape.
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February 18, 2026 at 6:44 PM
TORONTO – The head of RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust says the recent financial troubles of retailers like Toys “R” Us and Hudson’s Bay are not representative of the wider retail landscape.
OTTAWA – Immigration Minister Lena Diab is adding three new permanent residency streams to Canada’s express entry program that cover a variety of professions, including researchers and military personnel.
Ottawa extends express immigration entry to researchers, military applicants
OTTAWA – Immigration Minister Lena Diab is adding three new permanent residency streams to Canada’s express entry program that cover a variety of professions, including researchers and military personnel.
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February 18, 2026 at 6:44 PM
OTTAWA – Immigration Minister Lena Diab is adding three new permanent residency streams to Canada’s express entry program that cover a variety of professions, including researchers and military personnel.
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An organization in St. Vincent and the Grenadines is urging fishermen to take certain precautions after decrying a recent U.S. strike in the eastern Caribbean that killed three people aboard a suspected drug boat.
Fishermen in the eastern Caribbean fear for their lives following a deadly US strike
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An organization in St. Vincent and the Grenadines is urging fishermen to take certain precautions after decrying a recent U.S. strike in the eastern Caribbean that killed three people aboard a suspected drug boat.
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February 18, 2026 at 6:36 PM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An organization in St. Vincent and the Grenadines is urging fishermen to take certain precautions after decrying a recent U.S. strike in the eastern Caribbean that killed three people aboard a suspected drug boat.
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO (AP) — Niklas Edin saw it coming.
Olympic curling controversy keeps simmering as unofficial umpires raise concerns
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO (AP) — Niklas Edin saw it coming.
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February 18, 2026 at 6:33 PM
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO (AP) — Niklas Edin saw it coming.