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OpenAI joins Anthropic in move toward blockbuster IPO

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:39:18 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO, California: OpenAI has confidentially filed for a U.S. initial public offering, becoming the latest artificial intelligence company to move toward a stock market debut as investor demand for AI-related investments continues to surge.

The company behind ChatGPT announced on June 8 that it had submitted IPO paperwork but did not disclose the size, timing, or terms of a potential offering.

"It

Meta told to give competing AI chatbots WhatsApp access

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:18:50 GMT

BRUSSELS, Belgium: European Union regulators have ordered Meta Platforms to restore access to WhatsApp for competing artificial intelligence services, while authorities continue to investigate whether the company unfairly favored its own AI products.

The European Commission announced on June 9 that Meta must allow rival AI chatbots to use WhatsApp's Business Application Programming Interface (API) free of charge

Apple rolls out smarter Siri as it steps up AI efforts

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:52:20 GMT

CUPERTINO, California: Apple introduced a redesigned version of Siri powered by artificial intelligence, marking its biggest update to the voice assistant in years as the company seeks to strengthen its position in the rapidly evolving AI market.

The new system, called Siri AI, was unveiled at Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) and brings a range of new capa

AI firm urges coordinated slowdown if risks become too high

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:46:20 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO, California: Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has called for greater industry coordination to ensure developers can slow or temporarily pause work on advanced AI systems if the technology begins to pose significant risks.

In a blog post, the company said the rapid pace of AI development could eventually require a mechanism that allows leading firms to collectively halt progress while safet

Rams make late pivot, elect to cancel mandatory minicamp

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:05:10 GMT

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The Los Angeles Rams' minicamp next week was mandatory in name only, with head coach Sean McVay deciding he already has seen enough from one of the Super Bowl favorites and canceled the two days of workouts next week.

While the Rams no longer will have to be on the field Monday and Tuesday at their facility in Woodland Hills, Calif., the presence of the players will st

Dodgers to place C Will Smith (neck) on injured list

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:55:22 GMT

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The Los Angeles Dodgers will place All-Star Will Smith on the injured list with neck discomfort and recall fellow catcher Chuckie Robinson from Oklahoma City in advance of Thursday's road game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to manager Dave Roberts.

The 10-day IL move will be retroactive to Monday.

Smith, 31, has not appeared in a game since Frida

Pirates, after thrilling win, look for repeat victory vs. Dodgers

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:05:06 GMT

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A dream game years in the making for Tyler Callihan has the host Pittsburgh Pirates carrying momentum into the decisive contest of the three-game series versus the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday.

The Dodgers will send left-hander Justin Wrobleski (7-2, 2.62 ERA) to the mound as they look to bounce back after letting a five-run lead slip away during the Pirates'

'Frustrated' Cubs, plunging in standings, in dire need of win vs. Rockies

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:55:12 GMT

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The good start to the season for the Chicago Cubs has devolved into a slide heading into the series finale against the Colorado Rockies in Denver on Thursday afternoon.

Chicago began May tied for first place and stayed atop the National League Central for the next 18 days, but a prolonged slump has the club sitting in fourth place after Wednesday night's 3-2 loss t

Cards' Jordan Walker showing what he can do vs. Mets

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:19:11 GMT

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Jordan Walker entered the season on a mission -- to finally show consistency and become an important part of the St. Louis Cardinals' lineup.

So far, so good.

In his fourth season in the majors, the 24-year-old boasts a .303 batting average, .360 on-base percentage and .566 slugging percentage through 64 games, a marked improvement from last year, when he ha

(SP)CANADA-TORONTO-FIFA WORLD CUP-COUNTDOWN CONCERT

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:15:18 GMT

(260611) -- TORONTO, June 11, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert in Toronto, Canada, on June 10, 2026. Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the live music celebration was staged simultaneously in Toronto, Los Angeles and Mexico City across Canada, the United States and Mexico on Wednesday. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

French singer Patrick Bruel appears before judge in rape, sexual harassment case

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:00:54 GMT

New York City [US], June 11 (ANI): French actor-singer Patrick Bruel appeared before investigating judges in Paris on June 10 as French prosecutors sought to keep him in custody while a judicial inquiry into multiple allegations of sexual violence moves forward, The Hollywood Reporter said.

According to the Nanterre prosecutor's office, Bruel was questioned over allegations of rape, attempted rape, sexual assaul

Haiti alter World Cup 2026 jersey design after FIFA objection

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:00:41 GMT

California [US], June 11 (ANI): Haiti's football team has been forced to modify their World Cup 2026 jerseys after FIFA raised concerns over elements of the original design that depicted a scene from the nation's struggle for independence, reported Reuters.

Colombia-based sportswear manufacturer Saeta confirmed on Wednesday that the shirts, created in collaboration with the Haitian Football Federation, had been a

(SP)U.S.-LOS ANGELES-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-LOS ANGELES STADIUM-VIEW

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:47:30 GMT

(260611) -- LOS ANGELES, June 11, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 10, 2026 shows the exterior of Los Angeles Stadium ahead of the FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles, the United States. (Xinhua/Bai Xuefei)

MLB roundup: Giants cap rally from 8-run deficit with walk-off slam

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:40:27 GMT

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Bryce Eldridge launched a walk-off grand slam with no outs in the bottom of the ninth inning as the San Francisco Giants rallied from an eight-run deficit with 10 runs over the final two innings to shock the visiting Washington Nationals 11-10 on Wednesday.

Matt Chapman and Rafael Devers homered as part of a five-run eighth that got the Giants back in the game. San

From towering Messi cutouts to streets decked in flags: Football mania sweeps Keralam ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:59:35 GMT

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) [India], June 11 (ANI): With just hours left before the first whistle of the FIFA World Cup 2026, football fever has well and truly taken over parts of India. From giant cutouts and colourful banners to street screenings and fan gatherings, the excitement surrounding the biggest tournament in world football is hard to miss.

Nowhere is that passion more visible than in Keralam, a state

Jose Siri's walk-off helps Angels outlast Astros

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:40:29 GMT

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Jose Siri singled in automatic runner Nick Madrigal from third in the bottom of the 10th to give the Los Angeles Angels a 3-2 walk-off victory over the visiting Houston Astros in the rubber game of their three-game series on Wednesday night.Siri lined an 0-2 fastball by Houston reliever Bryan Abreu (2-3) to left field to drive in Madrigal, who had advanced to third on a

"Chill and relax": FIFA President defends handling of World Cup visa issues, urges patience amid scrutiny

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:05:12 GMT

Mexico City [Mexico], June 11 (ANI): FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the governing body's approach to visa-related challenges ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, insisting that FIFA cannot dictate immigration decisions to sovereign governments and urging critics to remain patient while solutions are pursued behind the scenes.

Speaking at a pre-World Cup press conference in Mexico City on Wednesday, Inf

Tyler Callihan's first career homers deliver Pirates win over Dodgers

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:40:39 GMT

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On a night Shohei Ohtani pitched, Tyler Callihan stole the show, hitting the first two home runs of his career, including one off Ohtani to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 9-8 comeback win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night.Callihan's three-run home run in the bottom of the eighth off reliever Kyle Hurt (1-1) put the Pirates ahead 7-6 to complete a

FIFA World Cup 2026: Shakira shares BTS pics, says she's ready after 'non-stop' rehearsals ahead of opening ceremony

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:00:48 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 11 (ANI): With just hours to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, global superstar Shakira appears more than ready for the biggest stage in football.

The singer on Thursday gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at her final preparations for the tournament's opening ceremony, as she shared glimpses from an intense week of rehearsals ahead of her much-awaited performance in Mexico City.<

Sparks outlast Storm in back-and-forth battle

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:55:10 GMT

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Nneka Ogwumike scored seven of her game-high 24 points in the fourth quarter and grabbed nine rebounds as the Los Angeles Sparks defeated the host Seattle Storm 88-83 on Wednesday night in a Commissioner's Cup game.

Kelsey Plum added 19 points and 11 assists for the Sparks (6-6, 2-2 Commissioner's Cup). Cameron Brink added 15 points off the bench and Erica Wheeler s

Jose Siri's walk-off helps Angels outlast Astors

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:40:30 GMT

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Aces' A'ja Wilson, after historic night, takes aim at Fire

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:05:03 GMT

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Four-time MVP A'ja Wilson is coming off a big milestone as her Las Vegas Aces head to Portland to visit the expansion Fire on Thursday night.

Wilson had a monster performance Monday in the Aces' 101-91 home win over the Seattle Storm, compiling 34 points, 12 rebounds, a career-best nine assists and three blocked shots.

She also became the fastest player in WNB

Inside 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremonies: Everything you need to know

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 03:59:54 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 11 (ANI): The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is nearly over, and football's biggest tournament is set to begin with a grand celebration spread across three countries.

According to ABC News, for the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the tournament will feature three separate opening ceremonies, with celebrations planned in Mexico City, Toronto and Los Angeles before the opening ro

Wings welcome Mercury looking to start new win streak

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 03:05:10 GMT

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The Dallas Wings and Phoenix Mercury both look to return to their winning ways when they square off Thursday in a Commissioner's Cup clash in Arlington, Texas.

The Wings (7-4, 2-1 in Commissioner's Cup) head home after being thrashed 100-76 by the Minnesota Lynx in Minneapolis on Tuesday. Paige Bueckers scored 23 points to lead Dallas, which had a four-game winning

FIFA World Cup: Iran's participation sparks protests in Los Angeles as activists demand team ban from tournament

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:59:45 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 11 (ANI): Iranian-American activists and former footballers staged a protest in Los Angeles ahead of Iran's opening FIFA World Cup match, calling on world football governing body FIFA to expel the nation from the tournament over alleged human rights abuses by the Iranian regime, reported Reuters.

Demonstrators gathered outside Los Angeles City Hall on Wednesday, arguing that Iran's particip

Tyler Callihan's first career homers get Pirates comeback win over Dodgers

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:19:18 GMT

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Royals RHP Seth Lugo takes liner off forehead, exits game vs. Rangers

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:25:07 GMT

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Kansas City pitcher Seth Lugo exited Wednesday night's home contest in the fourth inning after taking a line drive to the forehead off the bat of the Texas Rangers' Brandon Nimmo.

With one out in the fourth, Nimmo rifled a 106.6-m.p.h. liner at Lugo and knocked him to the ground. The right-hander got up without assistance, but with a noticeable lump on his forehead.

Max Scherzer becomes 11th MLB pitcher to collect 3,500 strikeouts

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:19:05 GMT

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Max Scherzer fanned Kyle Schwarber to open the Toronto Blue Jays' game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night to become the 11th pitcher in major league history to amass 3,500 strikeouts.

Scherzer, 41, threw a changeup on a 1-2 count that caught the Phillies' leadoff man looking.

The right-hander, who made his debut in 2008 with the Arizona Dia

Bryce Eldridge's grand slam caps Giants' stunning rally past Nats

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:25:07 GMT

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Bryce Eldridge launched a walk-off grand slam with no outs in the bottom of the ninth inning Wednesday afternoon as the San Francisco Giants rallied from a 9-1 deficit with 10 runs over the final two innings to shock the visiting Washington Nationals 11-10.

After Matt Chapman and Rafael Devers had homered as part of a five-run eighth that got the Giants back in the

Fernando Tatis Jr. rips walk-off homer as Padres rally to beat Reds

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:19:07 GMT

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Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a game-ending home run with two outs in the ninth inning as the San Diego Padres rallied for a 5-4 victory over the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday afternoon.

Tatis hit a line drive just over the left field wall against Reds right-hander Chase Petty for his second home run of the season -- both coming in the past 11 games.

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Angels put C Sebastian Rivero (fractured hamate bone) on IL

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:05:10 GMT

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Los Angeles Angels catcher Sebastian Rivero was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, one day after fracturing his left hamate bone during a game against the Houston Astros.

Rivero told reporters he will undergo surgery and miss approximately four weeks. He underwent a CT scan earlier Wednesday.

Rivero injured his hand and wrist area while fouling of

Infantino: FIFA 'not kings of the world,' U.S. controls entry

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:19:10 GMT

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Before the World Cup kicks off in Mexico City on Thursday, FIFA president Gianni Infantino is fending off concern over potential via issues for players and officials entering the United States.

Infantino said FIFA is focused on being a 'sports organization' and would not intervene in helping the U.S. determine approvals for entry into the country.

'We tr

U.S. primed to plant flag in 'home' World Cup opener vs. Paraguay

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:20:13 GMT

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IRVINE, Calif. -- The long-awaited World Cup opener on home soil Friday promises to contain deep shades of red, white and blue for the United States men's national team.

Manager Mauricio Pochettino might be from Argentina and goal-producing forward Folarin Balogun grew up in England after he was born in New York City, but star playmaker Christian Pulisic does hail fro

Ex-NFL wide receiver Lance Rentzel dies at 82

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:40:43 GMT

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Lance Rentzel, who made headlines on and off he field during his nine NFL seasons, has died.

Media reports said he died Sunday in Alexandria, Va., with no cause of death revealed.

Rentzel was a second-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings out of Oklahoma in 1965. He made his way into the franchise record books as a rookie when he returned a kickoff 101 yards,

Wave sign Spanish GK Sandra Panos to 3-year deal

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:55:06 GMT

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The San Diego Wave announced the signing Wednesday of decorated Spanish goalkeeper Sandra Panos.

Panos, 33, arrives from Liga MX Femenil side Club America on a three-year deal through the 2028 NWSL season.

She previously starred at FC Barcelona as a three-time Champions League winner and five-time Liga F champion.

'We're incredibly excited to welcome Sandra

LeBron James on GOAT debate: 'Not taking nobody over me'

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:25:09 GMT

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LeBron James told Time magazine that he believes he is the greatest basketball player of all time.

When asked the age-old question of who is the GOAT in the NBA, James embraced his own name.

'I'm not taking nobody over me,' he told Time in a profile published Monday. 'There's no question.'

James, however, admitted the NBA has other all-time greats, nam

Colorado coach Deion Sanders now 'cancer free'

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:05:05 GMT

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Colorado head coach Deion Sanders announced he is 'cancer free' heading into the 2026 season.

The Pro Football Hall of Famer talked about his battle with bladder cancer Tuesday on 'Good Morning America.'

'I've got my health back. I've got my swagger back,' said Sanders, 58. 'Last year at this time I was fighting cancer, didn't know which way it was going to go.

Enterprise Marketing's Reckoning with The GEO Growth Summit Arrives at INDEX'26 New York

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:01:06 GMT

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]/ New York [US], June 10: AI has not just changed how people search. It has changed who answers. And for the first time, that answer is not a list of links - it is a single response, generated by a model, citing sources it has chosen to trust. For enterprise brands, that shift is not coming. It has arrived.

That was the ground truth at INDEX'26 New York, hosted by Pepper

Reports: Myles Garrett's revised deal includes $37M guaranteed in '26

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:55:12 GMT

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Defensive end Myles Garrett's revised deal with the Los Angeles Rams includes a $5.5 million raise for this season, according to numbers reported by multiple outlets Wednesday.

The two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year was acquired by the Rams in a June 1 trade that sent Pro Bowl pass rusher Jared Verse and three draft picks, including a first-round selection i

'Stubborn' Angels seek rare series win vs. Astros

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:19:16 GMT

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The Los Angeles Angels will attempt to win a series against the Houston Astros for the first time in nearly 25 months when the teams complete a three-game set on Wednesday night at Anaheim, Calif.

The Astros regularly have beaten the Angels since, winning six series and tying two others, including a four-game. season-opening split in Houston in March.

Alec Burleson, Cards look to extend streaks vs. Mets

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:55:13 GMT

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The St. Louis Cardinals enjoyed a stress-free victory over the New York Mets on Tuesday.

The Cardinals hope to combine timely hitting, strong defense and stellar pitching again Wednesday night when they visit the Mets for the second game of their three-game series.

St. Louis, which will attempt to match a season high with its sixth straight victory. has won thre

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani continues quest for excellence in clash vs. Pirates

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:40:21 GMT

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As Shohei Ohtani continues his attack on the record books, he will take the mound for the 11th time this season when the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Pirates in Pittsburgh on Wednesday night.

Ohtani (6-2, 0.74 ERA) will oppose fellow right-hander Jared Jones (1-0, 4.82) of the Pirates as he continues not only his chase of a third consecutive National League MVP

California governor primary race set as slow vote count fuels fraud claims

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:45:17 GMT

SACRAMENTO, the United States, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton are projected to advance to the November general election for California governor after a June 2 statewide primary, while the state's prolonged vote-counting process has again drawn scrutiny and fueled unfounded fraud allegations from U.S. President Donald Trump and his allies.

Under California's top-two primary

Fresh off ending skid, Reds chase series win vs. Padres

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:55:06 GMT

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Rookie Sal Stewart said it felt like the Cincinnati Reds were treading in quicksand Monday night after their fifth straight loss.

He dragged them out of it Tuesday night by cracking his 13th homer, a two-run shot in the top of the 11th inning that gave the Reds a much-needed 5-3 road victory over the reeling San Diego Padres.

Stewart and Cincinnati will aim to

Nationals strive to continue successful run in San Francisco

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:25:08 GMT

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The Washington Nationals will seek to continue their recent mastery at Oracle Park in San Francisco when they go for a three-game sweep of the Giants on Wednesday afternoon.

Daylen Lile has provided big hits for the Nationals, who entered the series with two wins in three tries against the Arizona Diamondbacks to kick off a weeklong trip. Washington added 4-3 and 6-3

MLB roundup: White Sox's Braden Montgomery hits walk-off HR in debut

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:40:23 GMT

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Braden Montgomery belted a game-ending, two-run homer in the 10th inning in his major league debut to lift the host Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 victory against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.

Montgomery connected against Braves closer Raisel Iglesias (0-1) in the bottom of the 10th after Atlanta's Mauricio Dubon hit a go-ahead single against Grant Taylor on the first p

Angels jump out to 7-run lead, add on in win over Astros

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:55:13 GMT

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Oswald Peraza had three RBIs and Jo Adell and Wade Meckler drove in two apiece as the Los Angeles Angels built an early seven-run lead and cruised to a 10-1 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday at Anaheim, Calif.

Meckler scored three times while amassing three walks and a hit for the Angels, who had lost six of their previous eight games. Sebastian Rivero h

Sal Stewart bashes go-ahead homer in 11th as Reds top Padres

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:55:14 GMT

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Sal Stewart clouted a two-run homer in the 11th inning Tuesday night and the visiting Cincinnati Reds snapped a five-game losing streak with a 5-3 victory over the San Diego Padres.

Yuki Matsui (0-1) retired leadoff man JJ Bleday on a fly ball to right that advanced automatic runner Blake Dunn to third. Stewart then drilled a hanging splitter over the center field wa

Early offense sparks Nationals to another win over Giants

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:25:12 GMT

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Luis Garcia Jr. hit the 11th pitch of the game for a two-run homer, James Wood had three hits and scored twice, and the visiting Washington Nationals made it two straight wins over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday with a front-running 6-3 victory.

Andrew Alvarez and four relievers overcame nine hits and seven walks to limit the Giants to three runs, helping the Nat

A's continue HR barrage against Brewers to even series

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:05:04 GMT

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LAS VEGAS -- Tyler Soderstrom and Nick Kurtz each homered for the third time in two games to power the Athletics to a 7-5 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night, evening the series in Las Vegas.After homering seven times in the wild series opener, won by the Brewers 15-14 in 12 innings, the Athletics pounded out another five homers Tuesday at the hitter-frie

Veronica Burton, Gabby Williams guide Valkyries past Mercury

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:55:20 GMT

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Veronica Burton scored a season-high 25 points and dished out eight assists, Gabby Williams also had 25 points, and the Golden State Valkyries held off the Phoenix Mercury 87-81 in a Commissioner's Cup game in San Francisco on Tuesday.

Kayla Thornton scored 12 points and Janelle Salaun added 11 for the Valkyries, who had their 17-point halftime lead trimmed to o

Astros jump out to 7-run lead, add on in win over Astros

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:55:13 GMT

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Oswald Peraza had three RBIs and Jo Adell and Wade Meckler and drove in two apiece as the Los Angeles Angels built an early seven-run lead and cruised to a 10-1 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night at Anaheim, Calif.

Meckler scored three times and reached base five times on three walks, one hit and once via error for the Angels, who had lost six of th

New claims against Sean 'Diddy' Combs allege sexual assault of minor

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:33:50 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 10 (ANI): Hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs, who was convicted last year on prostitution-related charges, is facing fresh legal trouble after a new lawsuit accused him of sexually assaulting a minor nearly two decades ago.

According to ABC News, an unidentified former child actor alleged that Combs sexually assaulted him during a networking event held in the Hollywood Hills in May 2007, as

Iranian WC players will be able to arrive US the day before matches: DHS

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:32:57 GMT

Tijuana [Mexico], June 10 (ANI): Iran's national football team, who are currently training in Tijuana, Mexico, will be permitted to arrive in the United States the day before their matches, the Department of Homeland Security said.

The clarification comes after media reports over the weekend quoted Iran's ambassador to Mexico, Abolfazl Pasandideh, as saying that the team would be required to enter and exit the Un

Dan + Shay, Jason Sudeikis slated to appear before U.S.'s Cup opener

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:41:34 GMT

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Dan + Shay will sing the national anthem and the star of 'Ted Lasso,' Jason Sudeikis, also will participate in the pregame festivities ahead of the United States' opening World Cup match.

The U.S. will face Paraguay on Friday in Inglewood, Calif. Purahei Soul will perform the Paraguayan national anthem.

In a Tuesday pr

Freddie Freeman posts 2,500th hit in 10-run 7th; Dodgers drub Pirates

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:40:22 GMT

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Freddie Freeman recorded his 2,500th career hit, Andy Pages drove in three runs and Shohei Ohtani drove in two more during the Los Angeles Dodgers' 10-run seventh inning, which propelled them to a 12-3 win over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.

In the seventh, Pages hit a two-run home run off Pirates reliever Wilber Dotel (1-1) and a sacrifice fly of

Freddie Freeman posts 2,500th hit in 10-run 7th as Dodgers drub Pirates

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:25:08 GMT

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In the seventh, Pages hit a two-run home run off Pirates reliever Wilber Dotel (1-1) and a sacrifice fly of

Judge blocks Trumps $100,000 foreign worker visa fee

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:51:40 GMT

The White House has said the surcharge was meant to curb abuse of the program and protect American jobs

A US federal judge has struck down President Donald Trump's $100,000 fee on new skilled-worker visas, ruling that the White House could not impose the charge without approval from Congress.

The fee applied to new H-1B visa petitions filed on behalf of foreign workers outside the US. The p

Education Ministry issues LoPs to Bristol, York and UNSW to set up campuses in India

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:30:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): The Ministry of Education on Tuesday issued three Letters of Approval (LoPs) to three globally reputed Foreign Higher Education Institutions, namely, the University of Bristol, the University of York and the University of New South Wales.

Letters of Approval were handed over by the Secretary, Department of Higher Education and the Chairman, University Grants Commission, Vineet J

Reports: NHLPA wants investigation before Oilers hire Mike Babcock

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:19:10 GMT

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The NHL Players' Association has requested that the league conduct an investigation of coach Mike Babcock as the Edmonton Oilers move toward hiring him, TSN and The Athletic reported Tuesday.

Independent hockey insider Frank Seravalli added that the union specifically asked the NHL to step in and delay the Oilers' hiring of Babcock until the league can

Matt Turner could go from '94 World Cup baby to U.S. starter in '26

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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IRVINE, Calif. -- Regardless if he starts the United States men's national team's tournament-opening match Friday vs. Paraguay, goalkeeper Matt Turner embodies the importance of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the host nation.

Turner was born on June 24, 1994, amid the last World Cup held in the United States and days between matches that exemplify the hope and frustratio

Knicks out to start new streak, while Spurs aim to knot series

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:55:31 GMT

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NEW YORK - Even as they authored the second-longest postseason winning streak in NBA history, the New York Knicks knew it wouldn't be easy to win the franchise's first championship since 1973.

Beginning Wednesday, they'll find out just how arduous the rest of the path might become.

The Knicks will look to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals while the

Sparks get defensive, attempt to carry it over against Storm

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:25:14 GMT

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There's no question the Los Angeles Sparks can score.

But if they're to reach the WNBA playoffs and make any sort of run, they'll need to play better defense.

The Sparks showed what they're capable of as they snapped a three-game skid with an 89-72 victory against visiting Portland on Sunday.

They'll look to continue that trend Wednesday at the Seattle Stor

Rangers activate RHP Cole Winn from 15-day injured list

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:40:33 GMT

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The Texas Rangers activated right-handed reliever Cole Winn from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday after he was sidelined since May 23 by arm fatigue.

Winn, 26, takes the spot on the 26-man roster vacated by right-hander Luis Curvelo, who was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock on Sunday.

Winn allowed two runs on two hits in a third of an inn

SoFi workers reach agreement to avoid strike ahead of World Cup

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:40:21 GMT

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A potential strike by SoFi Stadium workers, ahead of the United States' World Cup opening match at the venue Friday, was averted when an estimated 2,000 employees reached a tentative agreement Tuesday through their union.

The union representing hospitality workers at the stadium in Inglewood, Calif., had voted to authorize a strike last Friday, a week before the United

Andrew Putnam wins 9-hole playoff for final U.S. Open spot from Oregon

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:55:05 GMT

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PGA Tour veteran Andrew Putnam took the concept of 'Golf's Longest Day' to a new extreme.

After playing 36 holes at Emerald Valley Golf Club for U.S. Open final qualifying Monday in Creswell, Ore., Putnam and Spencer Tibbits were tied for second on the leaderboard. The problem was that only two spots were available from Oregon, requiring a 2-for-1 playoff.

Put

LAFC acquire D Yevhen Cheberko from Crew

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:55:13 GMT

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Los Angeles FC acquired defender Yevhen Cheberko from the Columbus Crew on Tuesday in exchange for a 2026 international roster slot.

The 28-year-old Ukrainian international will be added to the LAFC roster after the MLS secondary transfer window opens July 13.

Cheberko has recorded one goal and one assist in 94 appearances across all competitions since joini

Cowboys OL Matt Hennessy to PUP list after neck surgery

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:19:12 GMT

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Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Matt Hennessy is undergoing neck surgery Tuesday and will likely begin the season on the Physically Unable to Perform list.

Head coach Brian Schottenheimer confirmed that Hennessy will have the procedure to repair a disc issue. There is no timetable for his return.

The Cowboys signed Hennessy, 28, to a one-year deal in Marc

Iran: World Cup ticket allotment rescinded

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:19:09 GMT

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Iranian soccer fans planning to attend the World Cup in the United States have been denied tickets to the country's matches, Iran's football federation said Tuesday.

In a statement, the federation said it had reserved tickets to sell to fans, who already have their travel plans set, only to learn the decision had been made to rescind the tickets. Each participating nati

Rams LT Alaric Jackson arrested on suspicion of domestic battery

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:11 GMT

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Rams starting left tackle Alaric Jackson was arrested on suspicion of felony domestic battery early Tuesday morning and booked into a Los Angeles County jail.

Per the police report, Los Angeles police officers responded to his home in the San Fernando Valley late Monday. NBC Los Angeles reported the 6-foot-7, 340-pound Jackson engaged in a verbal argument with a woma

Iran football federation claims ticket allocation withdrawn ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:01:48 GMT

Tijuana [Mexico], June 9 (ANI): The Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFRI) on Tuesday stated that its share of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets was withdrawn shortly before the tournament, leaving supporters who had already booked trips without access to their team's matches, reported Reuters.

According to the Iranian football federation, it had already begun selling tickets allocated to it for World Cup

Iranian fans shut out of World Cup

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:44:36 GMT

Tehran says organizers revoked its allocation of match tickets for supporters just days before the tournament

The US and World Cup organizers have withdrawn Iran's allocation of fan tickets just days before the tournament is set to begin, the country's football federation has said.

The last-minute decision has left thousands of Iranian supporters who had already made travel arrangements una

A's, Brewers meet again in Las Vegas after show-stopping opener

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:40:31 GMT

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LAS VEGAS -- Both scheduled starting pitchers have a pretty good idea of what to expect when the Milwaukee Brewers face the Athletics on Tuesday night in the second game of a three-game series at Las Vegas Ballpark, the hitter-friendly home of the A's Triple-A affiliate, the Aviators.Left-hander Robert Gasser (0-2, 4.73 ERA) will start for the Brewers against right-hande

Padres ride positive vibes into rematch vs. Reds

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:25:15 GMT

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Maybe it was because the San Diego Padres executed in a way they haven't for most of the past two weeks.

Or perhaps it was because they were playing the visiting Cincinnati Reds, who also have struggled to win games lately.

Either way, the Padres finally received some run production Monday night during a 6-2 win. San Diego now has an opportunity to secure a ser

After 'punch in the face,' Angels strive to even series vs. Astros

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:19:08 GMT

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Jose Soriano was in the thick of the early Cy Young Award chatter after garnering American League Pitcher of the Month honors for April.

Soriano, however, has been only the second-best starter for the Los Angeles Angels over the past month.

Rookie Walbert Urena (3-4, 2.68 ERA) has a 2.08 ERA over his last seven appearances for the Angels. He will start on Tuesd

Returning Dylan Cease, Blue Jays bid to slow hot Phillies

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:55:15 GMT

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Dylan Cease is scheduled to return to the Toronto Blue Jays' rotation on Tuesday night for the middle contest of the three-game series with the visiting Philadelphia Phillies.

Cease, a right-hander, has been on the injured list with a strained hamstring and has not pitched since May 24.

Max Scherzer is expected to return from the IL for Toronto to start on W

Nationals ask Andrew Alvarez for another strong start, this time vs. Giants

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:55:09 GMT

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Andrew Alvarez will be in search of a second consecutive sharp start when the Washington Nationals go for a back-to-back road win over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.

One of the team's top starters last September, Alvarez (1-0, 3.54 ERA) began the season in the bullpen before getting the ball for his first start of the year last Wednesday at home against

Austin Slater, Rays eager to add to Red Sox's woes

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:40:26 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays called up Austin Slater from Triple-A Durham on Monday, and it didn't take the veteran outfielder long to make an impact.

Slater scored what turned out to be the winning run in the fifth inning of Tampa Bay's 3-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Monday night in St. Petersburg, Fla.

He singled, stole second and broke a 1-1 tie when he scor

MLB roundup: Brewers outslug A's 15-14 in 12 innings at Las Vegas

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:40:34 GMT

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Christian Yelich slid home ahead of the throw on an infield grounder in the 12th inning, giving the Milwaukee Brewers a wild 15-14 comeback victory over the Athletics on Monday in the opener of a three-game series in Las Vegas, the future home of the A's.

Each team scored four times in the 10th. William Contreras belted a three-run homer to cap the top of the innin

"Crazy, hurting our country": Trump lambasts judicial freeze on USD 100,000 H-1B fee

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:33:41 GMT

New York [US], June 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has lambasted federal judges after a court invalidated his administration's implementation of a USD 100,000 fee on H-1B visas, describing the judicial decisions as 'crazy'.

The court had previously ruled that the steep financial levy constituted an unlawful tax that lacked proper authorisation from the US Congress.

The US President offered these assessm

Transnational-gangs, gangsters wanted in India now using asylum route, student visas to operate criminal networks from US, Canada: Newsweek report

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:33:08 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Several gangsters and organised crime operatives wanted in India for charges ranging from murder and extortion to narcotics smuggling and terror-related activities allegedly continue to run criminal networks from the United States and Canada, as per a report published by Newsweek.

The report highlighted how fugitives linked to gangs and other organised criminal syndicates allegedl

Samad Taylor, Padres hand reeling Reds fifth straight loss

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:19:13 GMT

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Samad Taylor knocked in a career-high three runs Monday night while Freddy Fermin homered as the San Diego Padres came from behind to post a 6-2 win over the visiting Cincinnati Reds.

San Diego trailed 2-1 before Xander Bogaerts started a two-run seventh with a double off Andrew Abbott (4-4). Gavin Sheets slapped a game-tying double into the left field corner, knocki

Astros stage late rally, upend Angels in 10

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:19:19 GMT

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Jose Altuve tagged up and scored on a popup to shallow center field in the top of the 10th inning as the Houston Astros rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in the opening game of a three-game series on Monday night in Anaheim, Calif.Christian Walker went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBIs and Cam Smith doubled twice and drove in a run for Houston, w

Nationals rally for 3 in ninth inning, push past Giants

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:55:24 GMT

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CJ Abrams stroked a two-run, game-tying single and Daylen Lile followed two batters later with a two-out, two-strike RBI single as the Washington Nationals rallied in the ninth inning to overtake the San Francisco Giants 4-3 on Monday.

After the Giants had scored twice in the eighth to break a 1-1 tie, San Francisco starter Logan Webb was pulled in favor of Keato

Samad Taylor, Padres hand reeling Reds sixth straight loss

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:55:14 GMT

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Samad Taylor knocked in three runs Monday night while Freddy Fermin homered as the San Diego Padres came from behind to post a 6-2 win over the visiting Cincinnati Reds.

San Diego trailed 2-1 before Xander Bogaerts started a two-run seventh with a double off Andrew Abbott (4-4). Gavin Sheets slapped a game-tying double into the left field corner, knocking out Abbott

US lawmakers cheer as court blocks USD 100,000 H-1B fee in major blow to Trump visa curbs

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:31:51 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 9 (ANI): A chorus of US lawmakers from across the political spectrum has come out in support of a federal court order dismantling a proposed USD 100,000 H-1B visa application fee, even as the White House prepares to challenge the judicial setback in the appeals court.

Breaking ranks with the executive branch, several Republican lawmakers backed the decision by shifting the spotlight away

Indian-American Nithya Raman beats Spencer Pratt for second spot in LA mayoral race

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:31:34 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 9 (ANI): Indian-American Nithya Raman has advanced to general election for the Mayor of Los Angeles scheduled to take place in November, after beating former reality television personality Spencer Pratt.

In a post on X, Raman thanked the voters for their support and said that she would fight for a 'healthier, safer, more affordable and more joyful Los Angeles' and address key issues plaguin

Victor Wembanyama pours in 32 as Spurs halve Knicks' edge in Finals

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:05:05 GMT

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NEW YORK -- Victor Wembanyama produced 32 points, eight rebounds, six assists and three blocks Monday night for the San Antonio Spurs, who got back into the NBA Finals by beating the red-hot New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3.

The Knicks still lead the best-of-seven series two games to one. Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday night in New York.

The defeat snapped

Mercury hope rise continues against struggling Valkyries

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:25:05 GMT

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The Phoenix Mercury will look to build on a two-game winning streak in the third game of a four-game road trip during a Commissioner's Cup contest against the Golden State Valkyries on Tuesday in San Francisco.

The Mercury (4-8, 2-1 Commissioner's Cup) broke a six-game losing streak in Seattle on Wednesday and then won at Portland on Friday, when DeWanna Bonner stepped

Reports: Oilers eyeing Mike Babcock as next coach

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:05:07 GMT

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The Edmonton Oilers are nearing a deal with Mike Babcock to become the team's next head coach, according to multiple media reports on Monday.

Babcock, 63, has been out of the NHL since 2023, when he resigned 11 weeks after being named the head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets following an NHL Players' Association investigation. Babcock faced claims o

Struggling Rockies, Cubs search for spark in three-game series

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:25:12 GMT

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The Colorado Rockies are heading for their eighth losing season in a row, but there have been some bright spots for the franchise.

Catcher Hunter Goodman continues to play at an all-star level and right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano is showing to be a shrewd signing. Sugano (5-4, 3.98 ERA) will make his 13th start for Colorado when it hosts the Chicago Cubs on T

"Restoring predictability and fairness": FIIDS welcomes Court ruling of striking down $100,000 H-1B visa fee

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:30:45 GMT

Washington [US], June 9 (ANI): FIIDS Chief of Policy and Strategy Khanderao Kand on Tuesday welcomed a Massachusetts federal court's decision of striking down the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it a significant step toward restoring predictability and fairness in the employment-based immigration system.

Speaking to ANI, Kand said, 'We welcome the Massachusetts federal court's decision striking down the $100,000

Angel Reese, happy with Dream, prepares for first return to Chicago

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:05:06 GMT

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WNBA star Angel Reese will face her former team for the first time when the Atlanta Dream visit the Chicago Sky on Tuesday night.

A two-time All-Star who was selected seventh overall by the Sky (4-7) out of LSU in 2024, Reese was traded this spring from Chicago to the Dream (7-3) for a pair of first-round draft picks.

Reese set the WNBA's single-season re

Angels promote Trey Mancini to make first MLB appearance since '23

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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The Los Angeles Angels placed infielders Vaughn Grissom and Adam Frazier on the injured list on Monday, which paved the way for first baseman Trey Mancini to return to the big leagues for the first time since 2023.

With Grissom (left oblique strain) and Frazier (right elbow inflammation) moving to the 10-day IL, the Angels purchased Mancini from Triple-A Salt Lak

Angels promote Trey Mancini as Vaughn Grissom, Adam Frazier go on IL

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:05:11 GMT

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With Grissom (left oblique strain) and Frazier (right elbow inflammation) moving to the 10-day IL, the Angels purchased Mancini from Triple-A Salt Lak

White Sox brace for big homestand, beginning with Braves

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:25:13 GMT

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Despite slumping to a 2-4 road trip to Minnesota and Philadelphia, the Chicago White Sox boast 34 victories -- a total they didn't reach last season until July 19.

Squarely in the American League Central hunt entering Tuesday's visit from the Atlanta Braves, the White Sox are eager to return to Chicago for a six-game homestand against the Braves and Los Angeles Dodge

Reports: Kings to hire Peter Laviolette as head coach

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:19:17 GMT

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The Los Angeles Kings are set to hire Peter Laviolette to a three-year deal as their next head coach, Sportsnet and ESPN reported Monday.

Laviolette had been in talks to become the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs as recently as last week, according to multiple reports, and the Edmonton Oilers had also reportedly looked at him as a candidate to fill their hea

Pirates' Paul Skenes out to correct course as Dodgers visit

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:55:24 GMT

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Paul Skenes has often thrived in the role of stopper and will try to fill the role again on Tuesday night when the Pittsburgh Pirates host the Los Angeles Dodgers in the opener of a three-game series.

The Pirates appeared to be hitting their stride after winning five of six, but then they were swept over the weekend on the road against the Atlanta Braves. Bullpen i

US Judge blocks Trump's $100K H-1B visa fee plan

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:58:00 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 9 (ANI): A US federal judge on Monday (local time) blocked a proposal by President Donald Trump to impose a USD 100,000 fee on employers seeking to hire foreign workers for specialised roles under the H-1B visa programme.

According to Politico, US District Judge Richard Stearns ruled that the president's proposed payments for H-1B visa applications introduced through a September 2025 pro

Aubrey Plaza debuts baby bump with partner Christopher Abbott at 2026 Tony Awards

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:32:13 GMT

Los Angeles [US], June 8 (ANI): Actor Aubrey Plaza made a glowing appearance at the 2026 Tony Awards, debuting her baby bump on the red carpet.

Plaza was accompanied by her partner, Christopher Abbott, and they twinned in matching black-and-white ensembles. Notably, Plaza and Abbott's Sunday appearance marks their first red carpet arrival since it was reported in April that the couple were expecting their first c