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Intel nears chip-making partnership deal with Apple: report

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:24:26 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: Apple and Intel have reached a preliminary agreement under which Intel would manufacture some of the chips used in Apple devices, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.

The report said the two companies have been engaged in intensive discussions for more than a year and finalised a formal agreement in recent months.

Details of the arran

iPhone owners may get payouts after Apple settles AI claims

Thu, 07 May 2026 19:47:34 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO, California: Apple Inc. has agreed to a $250 million settlement that could see millions of iPhone users receive payments over claims it misled customers about its artificial intelligence features.

The class-action case, filed in federal court in California, alleged that Apple promoted advanced AI upgrades for its Siri assistant that were not yet available, prompt

White Sox RHP Davis Martin putting up serious numbers, takes on Mariners

Sun, 10 May 2026 10:55:05 GMT

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Right-hander Davis Martin had delivered seven shutout innings for the Chicago White Sox on Monday when fellow starter Anthony Kay approached him with a question.

'Why couldn't you go eight?'

Chicago calls that 'chirping,' and the club credits it in part for the success of a starting rotation that has the White Sox aiming to win a series from the visiting Sea

Guardians, buoyed by addition of C Patrick Bailey, take on Twins

Sun, 10 May 2026 09:05:04 GMT

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The Cleveland Guardians go into their game on Sunday afternoon against the visiting Minnesota Twins with possibly the best defensive catching duo in baseball.

That's because the Guardians acquired two-time Gold Glove-winning catcher Patrick Bailey from the San Francisco Giants on Saturday for left-handed pitching prospect Matt Wilkinson and Cleveland's Competi

After halting long skid, Reds go for series win over Astros

Sun, 10 May 2026 08:40:22 GMT

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Thanks largely to an impressive outing from young starting pitcher Chase Burns, the host Cincinnati Reds snapped their longest losing streak since 2024 with a win Saturday over the Houston Astros and now seek a series win in Sunday's rubber game.

Left-hander Andrew Abbott (1-2, 5.13 ERA) has the starting assignment for the Reds on

Angels turn to RHP Jose Soriano after recent success vs. Jays

Sun, 10 May 2026 08:19:17 GMT

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The Los Angeles Angels will pin their hopes on Jose Soriano on Sunday afternoon as they aim to avoid a three-game sweep by the host Toronto Blue Jays.

Even though the right-hander did not factor in the decision on April 22 at Anaheim, the Angels went on to defeat the Blue Jays 7-3 in that series finale to avert a three-game sweep.

Soriano allowed no runs and

Royal Ravens knock Thieves from unbeaten ranks at CDL Major 3 qualifying

Sun, 10 May 2026 07:05:11 GMT

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The Carolina Royal Ravens rallied from a loss in the opening map to hand the Los Angeles Thieves their first match defeat 3-2 in qualifying for the Call of Duty League Stage 3 Major on Saturday.

Three of the four matches on Day 2 of the third and final week were 3-2 decisions. First-place OpTic Texas downed FaZe Vegas to remain

Disguised, Sentinels win basement battles at LCS Spring

Sun, 10 May 2026 06:55:09 GMT

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Sentinels and Disguised earned victories as the bottom four teams in the standings were in action on the opening day of Week 6 of the regular season of the LCS Spring event in Los Angeles on Saturday.

Sentinels remained locked into a top-five spot with a 2-0 sweep of Shopify Rebellion, and Disguised kept Dignitas winless in regular-season

MLB roundup: Rangers pitch shutout to end Cubs' 10-game win streak

Sun, 10 May 2026 05:55:15 GMT

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Josh Jung and Justin Foscue each hit solo homers and the Texas Rangers ended the Chicago Cubs' 10-game winning streak with a 6-0 victory on Saturday in Arlington, Texas.

Jung went 3-for-4 with two runs, Alejandro Osuna had two hits and two RBIs, and Joc Pederson added two hits and an RBI for the Rangers. Starter Jack Leiter allowed three hits with a season-high five

Sounders draw vs. San Diego, home unbeaten streak at 21

Sun, 10 May 2026 05:05:22 GMT

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Substitute Danny Musovski scored his first goal of the season in the 80th minute as the Seattle Sounders rallied for a 1-1 draw with visiting San Diego FC on Saturday night.

Marcus Ingvartsen scored in the 18th minute for San Diego (3-5-4, 13 points), which is winless in its past nine matches (0-5-4).

Sounders goalkeeper Andrew Thomas made a diving save on a s

Sounders draw vs. San Diego, extend home unbeaten streak

Sun, 10 May 2026 05:05:11 GMT

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Substitute Danny Musovski scored his first goal of the season in the 80th minute as the Seattle Sounders rallied for a 1-1 draw with visiting San Diego FC on Saturday night.

Marcus Ingvartsen scored in the 18th minute for San Diego (3-5-4, 13 points), which is winless in its past nine matches (0-5-4).

Sounders goalkeeper Andrew Thomas made a diving save on a s

Pirates collect 20 hits as Braxton Ashcraft dominates Giants

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:40:19 GMT

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Braxton Ashcraft threw seven innings of one-run ball, batterymate Joey Bart matched his career high with four hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates used a 20-hit assault to roll past the host San Francisco Giants 13-3 on Saturday night.

Nick Gonzales also collected four hits and Brandon Lowe had four RBIs for the Pirates, who won for the sixth time in their last eight g

Byron Buxton accounts for both Twins runs to beat Guardians in 11

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:19:21 GMT

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Byron Buxton's RBI double in the 11th inning gave the Minnesota Twins a 2-1 win over the host Cleveland Guardians on Saturday night as each team managed only two hits.

The game's start was delayed two hours and 6 minutes by rain.

Buxton had both of the Twins' hits as he led off the game with a home run. His double in the top of the 11th was the game-winner, s

Twins' Byron Buxton accounts for game's first, last runs to beat Guardians in 11

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:19:17 GMT

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Byron Buxton's RBI double in the 11th inning gave the Minnesota Twins a 2-1 win over the host Cleveland Guardians on Saturday night as each team managed only two hits.

The game's start was delayed two hours and 6 minutes by rain.

Buxton had both of the Twins' hits as he led off the game with a home run. His double in the top of the 11th was the game-winner, s

Spencer Strider, Braves spoil Blake Snell's season debut for Dodgers

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:19:12 GMT

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Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson each delivered two-run singles in the second inning and the visiting Atlanta Braves spoiled the season debut of left-hander Blake Snell with a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday.Right-hander Spencer Strider (1-0) allowed just one hit over six innings in his second start of the season as the Braves improved to 5-3 on a nine-game

Giants star RHP Logan Webb (knee) making rare appearance on IL

Sun, 10 May 2026 03:55:09 GMT

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San Francisco Giants right-hander Logan Webb was placed on the injured list with right knee bursitis on Saturday, meaning he will miss a start for the first time in five years.

The move was retroactive to Wednesday. Webb last pitched on Tuesday, allowing a season-high-tying six earned runs along with seven hits and no walks with four strikeouts on 62 pitches in a

Thunder bury Lakers in second half to take 3-0 series lead

Sun, 10 May 2026 03:19:17 GMT

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Ajay Mitchell scored 18 of his 24 points in the second half and the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the final 24 minutes en route to a convincing 131-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their Western Conference second-round series on Saturday night.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 23 points and nine assists as the defending champion Thunder took a

Ernie Clement has 5 of Jays' 20 hits in 14-1 win vs. Angels

Sun, 10 May 2026 02:40:25 GMT

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Brandon Valenzuela hit a three-run homer to cap a seven-run fifth inning Saturday and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Los Angeles Angels 14-1.

Valenzuela had four hits and Ernie Clement recorded his second career five-hit game, including a solo homer as Toronto rapped out 20 hits to take their second straight in the three-game series.

Jesus Sanchez

Padres end lengthy offensive drought, take down Cards

Sun, 10 May 2026 02:25:19 GMT

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Ty France and Manny Machado homered Saturday, while Fernando Tatis Jr. supplied a tiebreaking hit during a three-run fifth inning that lifted the San Diego Padres to a 4-2 win over the visiting St. Louis Cardinals.

Starter Randy Vasquez (4-1) scattered six hits over five innings while allowing just one run. Vasquez walked none and fanned six before San Diego's high

Padres end lengthy offense drought, take down Cards

Sun, 10 May 2026 02:25:13 GMT

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Starter Randy Vasquez (4-1) scattered six hits over five innings while allowing just one run. Vasquez walked none and fanned six before San Diego's high

Merrill Kelly, Ildemaro Vargas lead D-backs over Mets

Sun, 10 May 2026 02:19:08 GMT

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Ildemaro Vargas had a two-run single, Merrill Kelly delivered his most effective start of the season and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Mets 2-1 to even the three-game series in Phoenix on Saturday.

Kelly (2-3) gave up one run on three hits in seven innings in his fifth start since returning from an early-season back injury, with six strikeouts and three

Reports: Steve Kerr to remain Warriors coach on 2-year deal

Sun, 10 May 2026 01:25:04 GMT

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Steve Kerr has agreed to a two-year contract to stay with Golden State after coaching the Warriors for the past 12 seasons, according to reports from ESPN and The Athletic.

Kerr, who made $17.5 million this season, will remain the highest-paid coach in the NBA annually, per the reports. His contract expired this offseason.

Kerr, 60, had been meeting for two

Ernie Clement racks up five hits as Blue Jays maul Angels

Sat, 09 May 2026 22:40:24 GMT

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Brandon Valenzuela hit a three-run homer to cap a seven-run fifth inning Saturday and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Los Angeles Angels 14-1.

Valenzuela had four hits and Ernie Clement recorded his second career five-hit game, including a solo homer as Toronto rapped out 20 hits to take their second in a row in the three-game series. Jesus Sanchez added

Ducks look to regroup against Golden Knights in Game 4

Sat, 09 May 2026 21:55:14 GMT

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The Anaheim Ducks were taught big lessons last outing.

Now the Ducks must show how quickly they can put them to good use when they host the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday for Game 4 of their Western Conference semifinal series.

The Golden Knights claimed a thorough 6-2 victory on Friday to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. The game was an example

Sally Field says Jack Nicholson helped revive her Hollywood career

Sat, 09 May 2026 19:36:58 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 9 (ANI): Veteran actress Sally Field has revealed that Jack Nicholson played a crucial role in helping her overcome a difficult phase in Hollywood after her early television success left her typecast, according to People.

Speaking about her career struggles, the two-time Oscar winner recalled that after starring in the sitcom The Flying Nun in the late 1960s and early 1970s, she found it

Dodgers claim LHP Charlie Barnes off waivers from Cubs

Sat, 09 May 2026 19:19:20 GMT

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The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed left-hander Charlie Barnes off waivers from the Chicago Cubs and transferred infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman to the 60-day injured list to open a 40-man roster spot.

Barnes, 30, was designated for assignment by the Cubs on Monday. He gave up four runs (three earned) over three innings of his lone appearance this season on April 13 a

Legendary Braves manager Bobby Cox dies at 84

Sat, 09 May 2026 19:19:09 GMT

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Hall of Fame manager and legendary Atlanta Braves icon Bobby Cox died at the age of 84, the team announced Saturday.

Cox's 2,504 victories as a manager for the Atlanta Braves and Toronto Blue Jays rank fourth in major league history and include an extensive list of accomplishments for his teams, including 15 division titles, five pennants and one World Series champio

Report: Brewers place OF Brandon Lockridge (leg) on IL

Sat, 09 May 2026 18:40:25 GMT

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The Milwaukee Brewers placed outfielder Brandon Lockridge on the 10-day injured list, while outfielder Blake Perkins was recalled from Triple-A Nashville, the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reported Saturday.

Lockridge, 29, was injured when he slid into the wall in foul territory during the fourth inning of Friday's gam

Dynamo carry positive momentum into showdown at LAFC

Sat, 09 May 2026 17:55:15 GMT

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The Houston Dynamo have recovered from a slow start and look to win for the fourth time in five MLS matches when they visit Los Angeles FC on Sunday night.

Houston has recorded three 1-0 victories during the stretch and has allowed two goals during the span, which began after it was walloped 6-2 by the host Colorado Rapids on April 11.

The Dynamo (5-5-0, 15 p

Minnesota United put strong form up against Austin FC

Sat, 09 May 2026 17:25:14 GMT

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After losing just once in their previous seven MLS matches, Minnesota United will play host to Austin FC at Saint Paul, Minn., on Sunday.

Minnesota United (6-3-2, 20 points) are in the midst of a 5-1-1 stretch since March 22, with their only blemish a 1-0 loss to Los Angeles FC on April 25. The success has come despite limited involvement from midfielder James R

Ex-NFL QB Robert Griffin III leaves USA flag football team

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:40:46 GMT

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Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III is no longer part of the U.S. flag football team as it prepares for the sport's Olympic debut in Los Angeles in 2028.

The 36-year-old former Heisman Trophy winner announced Friday on X that he had removed himself from the 2026 USA Football selection process due to a scheduling conflict.

'A commitment honoring our mil

Blue Jays reinstate OF Addison Barger from injured list

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:40:32 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays reinstated Addison Barger from the 10-day injured list Saturday and optioned fellow outfielder Yohendrick Pinango to Triple-A Buffalo.

Barger, 26, has not played since April 5 because of sprains in both ankles. He was just 1-for-19 to open the season in eight games after hitting 21 homers with 74 RBIs in 135 games last season, then battin

Storm, Sun seeking stouter defensive efforts

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:19:12 GMT

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The Connecticut Sun and Seattle Storm are both looking to play better defensively when they meet Sunday in Uncasville, Conn.

The Sun fell 106-75 to the New York Liberty on the road Friday and now get to play their final home opener in their farewell season in Connecticut. The team is moving to Houston in 2027.

The Storm similarly were overwhelmed in a 91-80 loss

Guardians get Gold Glove-winning C Patrick Bailey from Giants

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:55:07 GMT

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The Cleveland Guardians acquired two-time Gold Glove-winning catcher Patrick Bailey from the San Francisco Giants on Saturday in exchange for the No. 29 pick in this year's draft and left-handed prospect Matt Wilkinson.

Bailey, 26, has won a Gold Glove in each of the last two seasons and joins a Cleveland team that features Austin Hedges and Bo Naylor behind the

Disha Patani makes Hollywood debut in Kevin Spacey's film 'The Portal of Force'

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:35:50 GMT

Los Angeles [US], May 9 (ANI): Actor Disha Patani is gearing up for the release of her Hollywood debut 'The Portal of Force', which also stars veteran actor Kevin Spacey.

On Friday, the trailer of the film was unveiled.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PTUEdYRyCI

The trailer introduces Disha

"Potential is definitely there": DeMarcus Cousins on growth of basketball in India

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:35:42 GMT

By Vivek Prabhakar Singh

New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): Four-time NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins praised the talent he has seen in India, stating that Indian basketball has strong potential for growth. DeMarcus Cousins, along with another legendary basketball figure, Isiah Thomas, is in India for the BUDX NBA House event, taking place on May 9 and 10, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Speaking to ANI, DeMarcus

Giants' Rafael Devers shows signs of snapping out of slump, faces Pirates

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:19:26 GMT

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The San Francisco Giants hope Rafael Devers can build upon a recent surge when they seek a second straight home win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday night.

Devers contributed a single and a solo home run to a 5-2 win in the series opener Friday, running his hitting streak to eight games.

The multi-hit effort was his first of the streak, during which h

Dodgers' Blake Snell set for season debut vs. Braves

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:05:12 GMT

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There is no time like the present for Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell, who will skip his final rehab start and make his season debut Saturday night against the visiting Atlanta Braves.

Snell has not pitched in a game since recording four outs in Game 7 of the World Series on Nov. 1, when the Dodgers clinched their second consecutive title with a victory

Young, exuberant Cardinals want to celebrate again vs. Padres

Sat, 09 May 2026 14:40:32 GMT

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Many observers thought the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals' season basically would be over by the dog days of summer.

That still might happen, but the only barking heard around St. Louis' dugout these days is by the players after a homer or another win.

Friday night's 6-0 victory at the San Diego Padres was the Cardinals' ninth triumph in 11 games, and St. Louis will

D-backs hope prospect Ryan Waldschmidt can provide spark vs. Mets

Sat, 09 May 2026 14:19:04 GMT

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The Arizona Diamondbacks believe they took a step toward addressing a slumbering offense when they promoted top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt from Triple-A Reno on Friday.

Five-year veteran Alek Thomas, whose .181 batting average typified the D-backs' sputtering start, was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.

Waldschmidt, 23, had a line-drive sing

Mariners strive to continue offensive barrage against White Sox

Sat, 09 May 2026 13:40:38 GMT

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Seattle Mariners right fielder Luke Raley went more than three years between multi-home-run games.

Both came at Rate Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, where Raley and slugging Seattle will look to earn a series victory on Saturday night.

Raley connected for a grand slam and a three-run home run to fuel a 12-8 victory Friday while setting a career high

Archery World Cup: Sahil Jadhav clinches bronze for India's only compound medal

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:32:41 GMT

Shanghai [China], May 9 (ANI): India's Sahil Jadhav clinched the bronze medal in the men's individual compound event at the Archery World Cup 2026 Stage 2 in Shanghai on Saturday.

The 25-year-old Indian archer defeated Denmark's Martin Damsbo 147-144 in the bronze-medal playoff to claim his maiden Archery World Cup medal. Trailing 30-29 after the opening end, Jadhav staged a steady comeback over the next four end

Behind low-ERA Trey Yesavage, Blue Jays bid for series win vs. Angels

Sat, 09 May 2026 11:19:11 GMT

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The host Toronto Blue Jays will be out to clinch both their three-game series as well as the season set against the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday afternoon.

The Blue Jays took the opener of a three-game series Friday night with a 2-0 victory. They won two of three games from the Angels in Anaheim, Calif., from April 20-22.

Toronto's Dylan Cease, who earned

OpTic Texas keep rolling in CDL Major 3 qualifying

Sat, 09 May 2026 09:40:23 GMT

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OpTic Texas maintained their perfect record in qualifying for the Call of Duty League Stage 3 Major, sweeping the Paris Gentle Mates 3-0 on Friday.

Texas improved to 4-0, while Paris slipped to 3-1. The Los Angeles Thieves, who were idle on Friday, hold second place at 3-0.

In other action as the third week of qualifying got underway, the Riyadh Falcons down

MLB roundup: Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski fans 11 in win over Yankees

Sat, 09 May 2026 08:40:29 GMT

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Jacob Misiorowski struck out 11 over six scoreless innings, pacing the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-0 victory over the visiting New York Yankees on Friday in the opener of a three-game series.

The hard-throwing Misiorowski (3-2) allowed just two singles and walked two in a dominant 95-pitch outing. Each of his 10 pitches in the first inning topped 102 mph. In his previo

Mets outlast D-backs in 10 innings to extend hot streak

Sat, 09 May 2026 07:40:22 GMT

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Mark Vientos and Carson Benge had RBI doubles in a two-run 10th inning and the New York Mets won their fourth game in the past five with a 3-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix on Friday.

Vientos doubled on the first pitch he saw from Kevin Ginkel (1-2) to score the automatic runner in the 10th. Benge followed with a ground-rule double to knock in

Demi Lovato enjoys Disney getaway with hubby Jutes, shares cute pics

Sat, 09 May 2026 07:04:34 GMT

Los Angeles [US], May 9 (ANI): Actor-singer Demi Lovato recently gave fans a glimpse into her fun-filled vacation at Walt Disney World Resort with husband Jutes.

Lovato, on Friday, took to Instagram to share a series of pictures from their Disney trip. The photos showed the couple enjoying rides, spending quality time together, and posing happily at the theme park.

Along with the pictures, Lovato wrote, 'i

Former Warner Bros. production executive Tony Amatullo dies at 76

Sat, 09 May 2026 07:01:29 GMT

Los Angeles [US], May 9 (ANI): Television producer and former Warner Bros. production executive Tony Amatullo has died at the age of 76, Deadline said.

According to his family, he passed away on May 3 in New York City after battling acute myeloid leukaemia. He was diagnosed with the illness last August.

Born Anthony Eugene Amatullo Jr. on July 14, 1949, in Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen neighbourhood, Amatullo

Rafael Devers homers to power Giants past Pirates

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:40:31 GMT

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Robbie Ray threw six effective innings, Luis Arraez broke open a close game with a two-run single in the seventh and the San Francisco Giants opened a three-game home series against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a 5-2 victory Friday night.

Rafael Devers homered, singled and scored twice for the Giants, who had lost eight of their previous nine games.

After Dev

Freddie Freeman's homer helps Dodgers down Braves

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:19:12 GMT

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Shohei Ohtani hit a go-ahead single in the fifth inning and Freddie Freeman socked a home run against his former team in the sixth as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 3-1 victory over the visiting Atlanta Braves on Friday.

The homer off Braves ace Chris Sale was Freeman's first in 26 games.

The Dodgers won the opener of a seven-game homestand followi

Mets outlast D-backs in 10th for fourth win in last 5 games

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:05:10 GMT

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Mark Vientos and Carson Benge had RBI doubles in a two-run 10th and the New York Mets won their fourth game in the last five with a 3-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix on Friday.

Vientos doubled on the first pitch he saw from Kevin Ginkel (1-2) to score the automatic runner in the 10th and Benge followed with a ground-rule double to drive in Vida

Janelle Salaun propels Valkyries to opening win over Storm

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:05:05 GMT

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Janelle Salaun came off the bench to score 20 points, making five 3-pointers, as the Golden State Valkyries earned a 91-80 victory over the host Seattle Storm on the opening night of the WNBA's 30th season on Friday.

Veronica Burton scored 16 points and had six assists and Kayla Thornton added 13 points and eight rebounds for the second-year Valkyries, who stunned

Cardinals give up just one hit in shutout win over Padres

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:40:31 GMT

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Michael McGreevy and two relievers combined on a one-hit shutout Friday night as the visiting St. Louis Cardinals scored all their runs in the fifth inning of a 6-0 victory over the San Diego Padres.

McGreevy (3-2) gave up a leadoff single to Jackson Merrill in the fourth and two walks while fanning nine in his second straight six-inning shutout performance against a

Mitch Marner's hat trick gives Golden Knights 2-1 edge on Ducks

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:40:25 GMT

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Mitch Marner posted his first career playoff hat trick in a four-point outing as the visiting Vegas Golden Knights thumped the Anaheim Ducks 6-2 on Friday to take a two-games-to-one lead in their Western Conference semifinal series.

Shea Theodore and Brett Howden both collected one goal and one assist while Brayden McNabb added a goal for Vegas. Carter Hart made

Katy Perry to headline FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in US

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:32:55 GMT

Los Angeles [US], May 9 (ANI): Katy Perry is all set to headline the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, Billboard reported.

FIFA recently announced the list of performers who will take part in the celebrations before the opening matches of the tournament across the host nations.

Perry also took to her Instagram to share the announcement with her fans. She wrote, 'Kicking my f

Olivia Culpo, Christian McCaffrey expecting second baby nine months after welcoming daughter

Sat, 09 May 2026 03:31:58 GMT

Los Angeles [US], May 9 (ANI): Model Olivia Culpo and NFL star Christian McCaffrey are set to become parents once again. The couple announced that they are expecting their second child, just nine months after welcoming their daughter Colette.

The couple shared the happy news on Instagram on Friday, which also marked Olivia Culpo's 34th birthday. Along with a series of family pictures from a picnic outing, the cou

Sounders out to extend run of home dominance vs. slumping San Diego

Sat, 09 May 2026 03:19:03 GMT

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Last season, San Diego FC surprised all of MLS by winning the Western Conference title as an expansion team.

It's safe to say San Diego is now going through a sophomore slump.

San Diego (3-5-3, 12 points) is mired in an eight-match winless streak heading into Saturday's visit to the Seattle Sounders (6-1-2, 20 points).

Marcus Ingvartsen tallied twice

Sporting KC brings lengthy losing streak to Portland

Sat, 09 May 2026 02:55:22 GMT

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The Portland Timbers and Sporting Kansas City will be searching for more consistency when they meet on Saturday night in the Pacific Northwest.

The Timbers (3-6-1, 10 points) have won two of their last four with defeats of LAFC and San Diego FC, a pair of teams expected to be among the Western Conference elite when the season began.

But manager Phil Neville has be

Blue Jays' Dylan Cease stifles Angels again

Sat, 09 May 2026 02:05:08 GMT

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Dylan Cease struck out 10 in seven innings Friday night and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Los Angeles Angels A2-0.

Cease (3-1) allowed five hits with no walks in the opener of a three-game series. It was Cease's second win of the season over the Angels and it gave the Blue Jays a 3-1 lead in the season series. He struck out 12 in five innings on April

Fighter Josh Hokit ejected from UFC Freedom 250 press conference

Sat, 09 May 2026 01:25:15 GMT

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The UFC's plans to hold a fight card on the White House grounds briefly took a back seat to one fighter's antics at the press conference for UFC Freedom 250 on Friday.

The media gathering was held in Newark, N.J., the site of UFC 328 on Saturday. But the focus for the day was on the upcoming event in Washington, with all 14 fighters scheduled for the card present Fri

Wild hope 3-day rest leads to Game 3 reboot vs. Avalanche

Sat, 09 May 2026 01:25:10 GMT

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After a whirlwind start to the playoffs, the Minnesota Wild finally had a chance to take a breath.

Now they will find out whether fresh legs and a fresh mindset can prompt a fresh start.

Minnesota will try to claw back in its series against the Colorado Avalanche when the teams face off Saturday night in Saint Paul, Minn. Colorado holds a 2-0 lead in the best-of

Lakers return home desperate to remedy 2-0 hole vs. Thunder

Sat, 09 May 2026 00:55:13 GMT

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Consecutive 18-point losses haven't zapped the Los Angeles Lakers of their belief they can recover to make it a series with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

But a third straight setback would undoubtedly feel like a near-knockout punch.

The Lakers look to get off the mat on Saturday night and back into the Western Conference second-round series when they host the de

Atlanta finally enjoying winning run as Galaxy pay visit

Sat, 09 May 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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When Atlanta United host the Los Angeles Galaxy on Saturday evening, they will look to extend a three-match win streak across all competitions -- their longest run since October 2024.

Atlanta (3-7-1, 10 points) received a brace from Saba Lobjanidze in a 3-1 win over CF Montreal on May 2, the Georgia international's first goals since August 2025 against Atlas in the

Jonathan Bailey, Natalie Portman set to team up for upcoming psychological thriller 'Pumping Black'

Fri, 08 May 2026 21:58:35 GMT

Los Angeles [US], May 9 (ANI): Hollywood star Jonathan Bailey has been brought on board for a new film opposite Oscar-winning actor Natalie Portman.

According to Variety, Jonathan Bailey and Natalie Portman will team up for an upcoming psychological thriller, 'Pumping Black', set in the competitive and cutthroat world of professional cycling.

The film is set to be directed by Mimi Cave, best known for 202

Mariners INF Brendan Donovan (groin) returns from IL

Fri, 08 May 2026 20:25:10 GMT

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Seattle Mariners infielder Brendan Donovan was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Friday after recovering from a left groin strain.

As a member of the St. Louis Cardinals last August, Donovan went on the IL with a left groin strain and missed nearly a month, and he underwent sports hernia surgery last October. Donovan and Mariners manager Dan Wilson have indica

Reports: Jets sign RB Breece Hall to 3-year, $45.75M extension

Fri, 08 May 2026 20:05:03 GMT

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The Jets stayed true to their commitment to keep Breece Hall in New York, signing the running back to a three-year deal, according to multiple reports Friday.

The deal is worth a total of $45.75 million with an annual payout of $15.25 million, making him the third-highest paid player at his position, per NFL Network, behind the Philadelphia Eagles' Saquon Barkley a

MLS-best Earthquakes test mettle in rematch vs. Whitecaps

Fri, 08 May 2026 19:19:08 GMT

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The top two teams in the MLS bid to continue their historic starts when the Vancouver Whitecaps visit the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday night.

The Earthquakes and Whitecaps are the only teams in MLS history to win eight of their first nine matches, and Vancouver's plus-20 goal differential (26-6) is the largest in league history through 10 games. The Quakes are plu

Sexual harassment lawsuit against Will Smith dismissed

Fri, 08 May 2026 19:00:52 GMT

Los Angeles [US], May 8 (ANI): Hollywood actor Will Smith has finally won the court order, which threw out a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against him last year.

As per Billboard, the lawsuit was filed by an electric violinist who performed on his 'Based on a True Story' tour.

The court order, which was issued on Tuesday, May 5, granted Will Smith's request to dismiss the claims filed by Brian King Jose

NFL schedule to be released on Thursday night

Fri, 08 May 2026 18:05:18 GMT

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The NFL's annual schedule release will take place on Thursday, May 14, creating a road map to Super Bowl LXI at Inglewood, Calif.

The league's broadcast partners will be allowed to leak select upcoming matchups during the lead-in to the official release. All of the record nine international games will be revealed on or before Wednesday.

The 2026 season is schedul

Delhi: NBA Hall of Famer Vlade Divac interacts with young basketball enthusiasts at 'Freedom 250 Slam Dunk Experience' event

Fri, 08 May 2026 16:01:26 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): NBA Hall of Fame legend Vlade Divac participated and interacted with young basketball enthusiasts at the 'Freedom 250 Slam Dunk Experience' event at the American Centre in New Delhi on May 8. The event was organised by the US Embassy, in collaboration with the Sacramento Kings.

The basketball clinic brought together student-athletes from Nehru World School, Shiv Nadar School, Delhi

Former Commanders QB Taylor Heinicke retires

Fri, 08 May 2026 15:19:12 GMT

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Journeyman NFL quarterback Taylor Heinicke, who started 24 games for Washington from 2021-22, announced his retirement after a seven-year career.

'Many ups and downs throughout the years, but the ups outweigh the downs tenfold,' Heinicke wrote Thursday on Instagram. 'Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would've been able to live this life ... Excited for this ne

Isiah Thomas, DeMarcus Cousins to headline BUDX NBA House 2026 in Delhi NCR

Fri, 08 May 2026 14:32:53 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The National Basketball Association (NBA) today welcomed legendary figures Isiah Thomas and DeMarcus Cousins, ahead of the second edition of BUDX NBA House, set to take place on May 9 and 10, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

BUDX NBA House is a high-energy, immersive fan experience celebrating the intersection of basketball, music, style, and culture. The duo, two-time NBA champion a

Pirates' Konnor Griffin 'settled in' ahead of opener vs. Giants

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:40:27 GMT

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San Francisco Bay Area baseball fans will get their first up-close look at Pittsburgh prized rookie Konnor Griffin when the Giants host the Pirates in a three-game series that begins Friday night.

Griffin, who made his MLB debut as a 19-year-old early last month, arrives in San Francisco on a nice run. He has hits in eight of his last nine games, raising his batt

Very well organized business expert on Iran war oil bets

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:39:32 GMT

Bets based on alleged leaks by the US officials to their friends are part of a pattern, a California professor has told RT

A reported $125 million pocketed by an oil trader from a perfectly timed Iran-linked bet is "only the tip of the iceberg" in what appears to be a pattern of insider trading tied to key developments during the Iran war, Professor Jack Rasmus has told RT.

Roughly 10,000 c

'Very well organized' business - expert on Iran war oil bets (VIDEO)

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:39:32 GMT

Bets based on alleged leaks by the US officials to their "friends" are part of a pattern, a California professor has told RT

A reported $125 million pocketed by an oil trader from a perfectly timed Iran-linked bet is "only the tip of the iceberg" in what appears to be a pattern of insider trad

Cardinals keen on continuing surge in clash vs. Padres

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:05:09 GMT

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These days, it doesn't matter who the St. Louis Cardinals play.

'With the way we're playing, right now, I'm comfortable playing just about anybody,' St. Louis manager Oliver Marmol said of his team, which is 8-2 in its past 10 games. 'It has more to do with the consistency right now than anything.'

That consistency continued Thursday night in the Cardinals' 2-1

ICC Education Programme fuelling global cricket growth before Olympics return

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:02:15 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The International Cricket Council's (ICC) Training and Education (T&E) Programme continues to drive global cricket learning and development, with over 63,000 registered users completing more than 43,000 courses in 14 different languages over the past five years.

Launched in 2021, the T&E Programme's near-universal adoption as a free, high-quality resource has seen it become

Brewers' rejuvenated offense takes aim at Max Fried, Yankees

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:19:13 GMT

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Hard-throwing right-hander Jacob Misiorowski will look to benefit from the Milwaukee Brewers' rejuvenated offense against the visiting New York Yankees on Friday in the opener of a three-game series.

Misiorowski (2-2, 2.84 ERA), who left his last start with a right hamstring cramp after 5 1/3 hitless innings, will be opposed by left-hander Max Fried (4-1, 2.39).

Adam Mondschein says Blake Lively hurt his friend Justin Baldoni amid lawsuit dispute

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:01:53 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 8 (ANI): Actor Adam Mondschein has spoken out in support of filmmaker and actor Justin Baldoni following the settlement of actress Blake Lively's lawsuit related to the film 'It Ends With Us', according to Page Six.

Mondschein, who portrayed Dr. Dunbar in the 2024 film adaptation, appeared on Piers Morgan Uncensored and criticised Lively's actions during the legal dispute.

'It is th

Mark Ruffalo says Hollywood stars feared blacklisting for signing Paramount-WB merger letter

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:32:38 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 8 (ANI): Actor Mark Ruffalo has claimed that several Hollywood stars declined to sign an open letter opposing the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros merger because they feared retaliation and possible blacklisting within the industry, according to Variety.

In an op-ed published in The New York Times and co-written with Matt Stoller, research director at the American Economic Liberties Project

Marlins LHP Robby Snelling ready for debut vs. Nationals

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:05:03 GMT

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The Miami Marlins will turn to a newcomer as they try to keep their momentum going when they meet the visiting Washington Nationals to begin a three-game series Friday night.

The Marlins called up prospect Robby Snelling to start the game in his major league debut.

'It's exciting, because Robby (is) a great competitor,' Marlins manager Clayton McCullough s

Charlize Theron, Baltasar Kormakur reunite for action thriller 'Six Clean Kills'

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:00:27 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 8 (ANI): Actress Charlize Theron and filmmaker Baltasar Kormakur are set to reunite for a new action thriller titled 'Six Clean Kills', according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The project has been set up at Universal Pictures, with Kormakur attached to direct and produce the film, while Theron will produce and is also expected to star.

According to reports, plot details of the thriller

Jesse Scholtens, Rays carry win streaks into matchup with Red Sox

Fri, 08 May 2026 06:55:14 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays will look to keep on keeping on in Boston this weekend.

After locking up an 8-4 series-opening win on Thursday, the Rays will shoot for their eighth straight victory and 14th in 15 games when a four-game set against the Red Sox continues on Friday.

The numbers surrounding Tampa Bay's recent run of play are impressive.

Though the

Skidding Reds get back Nick Lodolo for start against Astros

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:55:13 GMT

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The Cincinnati Reds were probably hoping to ease Nick Lodolo back into action after the left-hander missed the start of the season with a blister on his left index finger.

Instead, Lodolo will be asked to help snap Cincinnati's seven-game losing streak when he takes the mound against the visiting Houston Astros on Friday.

The Reds are limping into the three

"Spreading basketball worldwide is beautiful thing" Four-time NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:25 GMT

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New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): DeMarcus Cousins expressed optimism about the future of basketball in India ahead of the BUDX NBA House 2026 event in the national capital, praising the talent, height and potential of young Indian players.

Speaking to ANI ahead of the event, the four-time NBA All-Star said he was excited to be part of an initiative aimed at expanding the game globally and br

Matthew Liberatore, Cardinals eke out low-scoring win over Padres

Fri, 08 May 2026 04:55:14 GMT

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Masyn Winn's RBI triple in the seventh inning Thursday night snapped a tie and helped the visiting St. Louis Cardinals edge the San Diego Padres 2-1.

Matthew Liberatore (2-1) came out on top in a classic pitchers' duel, permitting only three hits and a run in six innings with three walks and six strikeouts. San Diego's Michael King left after six innings, allowing ju

Thunder pull away from Lakers, maintain perfect playoff mark

Fri, 08 May 2026 04:40:20 GMT

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Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 22 points each, lifting the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 125-107 home win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday and a 2-0 advantage in a Western Conference second-round playoff series.

The Thunder remain undefeated in this year's playoffs as the best-of-seven series moves to Los Angeles for Game 3 on Saturday.

Brendan Fraser teases return for new 'The Mummy' sequel, says original cast will reunite

Fri, 08 May 2026 04:31:53 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 8 (ANI): Actor Brendan Fraser has confirmed that a new sequel in 'The Mummy' franchise is in development and hinted that the original cast will reunite for the project, according to People.

During an appearance on 'The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon', Fraser shared details about the upcoming film and said fans can expect a return to the spirit of the original movies.

'Well, we're go

Vikings agree to 1-year deal with former 49ers receiver Jauan Jennings

Fri, 08 May 2026 03:19:12 GMT

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The Minnesota Vikings added to their receiver depth by agreeing to deal with former San Francisco 49ers receiver Jauan Jennings on Thursday.

The team didn't disclose the terms, but The Athletic reported it's a one-year deal with a base salary of $8 million with incentives which could pay Jennings as much as $13 million.

Jennings, 28, was a seventh-round pick by

Veteran QB Taylor Heinicke announces retirement

Fri, 08 May 2026 02:55:16 GMT

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Veteran quarterback Taylor Heinicke, who went from undrafted to a playoff starter in the NFL, announced his retirement on Thursday.

'For 25 years, I had the pleasure to play this great sport of football,' Heinicke wrote in an Instagram post. 'It has taught me a lot, not only about myself but about life as well. Many ups and downs throughout the years, but the ups outw

Report: Majority of Big 12 teams declining $30M private equity credit

Fri, 08 May 2026 02:19:10 GMT

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Multiple Big 12 schools have already declined the line of credit being extended by the conference to its member institutions thanks to its newly established private equity partnerships, Front Office Sports reported Thursday.

The deal with RedBird Capital Partners and Weatherford Capital, approved in late April by the conference's university presidents, would offe

Valkyries to begin sophomore season vs. revamped Storm

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:19:21 GMT

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The expansion Golden State Valkyries took the WNBA by surprise last year, finishing with a record above .500 and making the playoffs.

Their second season, which begins Friday at the Seattle Storm, is off to a head-scratching start.

On draft night, the Valkyries sent the rights to the No. 8 pick, LSU's Flau'jae Johnson, to Seattle for the rights to the No. 16 p

Ducks bring speed, confidence home in tied series with Golden Knights

Fri, 08 May 2026 00:55:14 GMT

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The Vegas Golden Knights may be the favorites in their playoff series with the Anaheim Ducks, but they have their hands full as the showdown shifts to Southern California for Friday's Game 3.

The Western Conference semifinal is tied 1-1, but the Ducks were the better team in both contests, especially the 3-1 victory on Wednesday that evened the best-of-seven

Liberty to navigate season opener vs. Sun without Ionescu

Thu, 07 May 2026 23:05:04 GMT

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Chris DeMarco's first major challenge in coaching the New York Liberty is figuring out how to compensate for Sabrina Ionescu's absence for a few weeks.

DeMarco's coaching debut occurs Friday when the Liberty host the Connecticut Sun in New York, and Ionescu will be watching from the bench after injuring her ankle in the preseason.

DeMarco left the Golden Sta

Slumping Blue Jays again turn to RHP Dylan Cease against Angels

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:19:12 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays need a repeat of the result from the last time Dylan Cease opposed the Los Angeles Angels.

The Blue Jays open a six-game homestand Friday night against the Angels in a four-game losing streak after a 2-5 road trip.

In his start against the host Angels on April 20, Cease (2-1, 3.05 ERA) struck out 12 and allowed two runs in five innings to

Report: Netflix to air Rams-49ers game from Australia

Thu, 07 May 2026 20:40:27 GMT

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Netflix will bring football fans Down Under when it broadcasts the first ever NFL game from Australia in September, The Athletic reported Thursday.

The Los Angeles Rams are set to be the home team in a game against the San Francisco 49ers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday, Sept. 10.

The game is set to kick off at 8:35 p.m. ET, which will be Friday m

Chris Sale, Braves look to take down two-time champion Dodgers

Thu, 07 May 2026 19:05:12 GMT

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The team with the best record in the major leagues will match up with the two-time defending champions this weekend as the Atlanta Braves and host Los Angeles Dodgers each have something to prove.

The Braves arrive from Seattle after their first series loss of the season in 12 tries, while the Dodgers return home following a lackluster 3-3 road trip to St. Louis and

Colts release former Pro Bowl CB Kenny Moore

Thu, 07 May 2026 18:55:20 GMT

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The Indianapolis Colts released former Pro Bowl cornerback Kenny Moore after nine seasons on Thursday.

Moore, 30, had requested a trade before the NFL draft and later asked for his release, according to multiple reports.

He was entering the final season of a three-year, $30 million contract. His release provides an additional $7.06 million in cap space for

Tyrese Haliburton a 'full go' for Pacers summer camp

Thu, 07 May 2026 18:55:08 GMT

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Less than one year after undergoing surgery for an Achilles tear, Tyrese Haliburton will be a full participant at Indiana Pacers summer camp later this month.

Haliburton has experienced a rough calendar year after he came away with his Achilles injury in Game 7 of the NBA Finals last year on June 22. The Pacers lost the decisive game to the Oklahoma City Thunde

Mariners craving consistency entering series with White Sox

Thu, 07 May 2026 18:05:13 GMT

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A pair of right-handers with stellar ERAs but few victories will face off on Friday as the Chicago White Sox host the Seattle Mariners in the opener of a three-game series.

Seattle's Emerson Hancock (2-1, 2.59 ERA) and Chicago counterpart Sean Burke (2-2, 2.72) know what it takes to keep their teams afloat, though receiving consistent run support has been another s