Tensions are rising along the U.S.–Canada border, where protests against pandemic restrictions have now blocked a third crossing. CNN spoke with some of the demonstrators. The Washington Post explains how the move by a number of Democrat-led states to lift mask mandates reflects a changing political landscape. The International Testing Agency has confirmed that Russian figure-skater Kamila Valieva tested positive for a banned substance weeks before she competed in the Winter Games. An expedited hearing will determine whether she can continue to take part. Business Insider has the story. Super Bowl LVI will mark the first time that more than 100 million Americans can legally bet on the game. Bloomberg Businessweek looks at a new era of sports betting.

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