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Big Headlines: Canada wins silver at the Winter Games and three Canadian airlines suspend service to Cuba

Feb 10, 2026
Quick sports updates on Canada’s short track silver and moguls athletes advancing, plus a key player sidelined by injury. Coverage of three Canadian airlines pausing flights to Cuba and the reasons behind Cuba’s fuel and rationing crisis. A political flare-up over the Gordie Howe Bridge draws scrutiny. Cultural notes include the revealed cause of death for a comedy legend and hidden references in a major halftime show.
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INSIGHT

Canada Adds A Third Medal

  • Canada won a silver in the short track speed skating mixed team relay, bringing its Winter Games medal count to three.
  • Virjesh Dave reports key athletes faced injuries and schedule changes affecting team lineups and matchups.
ANECDOTE

Relieved Travelers Return From Cuba

  • Travelers at Toronto's Pearson Airport described relief after being brought home from Cuba amid flight suspensions.
  • One passenger noted their timing was fortunate because their flight left on February 2nd and everyone arrived safely.
INSIGHT

Airlines Suspend Cuba Service

  • Air Canada, WestJet and Air Transat suspended flights to Cuba for two months due to a Cuban fuel shortage and U.S. policy pressures.
  • All three airlines committed to repatriating Canadians affected by the disruption.
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