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Agilent snaps up pathology firm Biocare Medical for $950 million

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:42:56 GMT

SANTA CLARA, California: Agilent Technologies said it will acquire privately held clinical pathology company Biocare Medical in an all-cash deal valued at US$950 million.

The life sciences firm said it will purchase the California-based company from private equity owners Excellere Partners and GHO Capital Partners. The transaction is expected to close by the fourth fiscal quarter of 2026.

Following comple

Nvidia ties CEO Jensen Huang’s $4 million bonus to revenue goals

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:20:47 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO, California: Nvidia has adopted a new variable compensation plan for fiscal 2027 that sets a target cash bonus of US$4 million for Chief Executive Jensen Huang, according to a regulatory filing released on March 6.

The plan, approved by Nvidia's compensation committee on March 2, links executive cash bonuses to the company meeting specific revenue targets for the fiscal year ending January 31, 2027

Netflix acquires AI film tech firm founded by Ben Affleck

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:27:03 GMT

LOS ANGELES, California: Netflix said it has acquired InterPositive, a filmmaking technology company founded by actor and director Ben Affleck that develops artificial intelligence tools for movie production.

Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

The deal highlights a growing shift in the media industry toward embracing AI for filmmaking and storytelling, after earlier concerns in Hollywo

Google's Gemini chatbot dragged to court for California man’s suicide

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:25:28 GMT

TALLAHASSEE, Florida: The family of a Florida man who said its Gemini AI chatbot, which he came to view as his "wife," drove him to paranoia and eventually suicide, sued Google on March 4.

A complaint filed in the San Jose, California, federal court stated that Jonathan Gavalas' life went out of control a few days after he began using Gemini. Less than two months later, on Oc

(SP)U.S.-SACRAMENTO-BASKETBALL-NBA-KINGS VS PACERS

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:47:28 GMT

(260311) -- SACRAMENTO, March 11, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Micah Potter of Sacramento Kings dunks during the 2025-2026 NBA regular season game between Sacramento Kings and Indiana Pacers in Sacramento, the United States, March 10, 2026. (Photo by Sun Yuxuan/Xinhua)

NHL roundup: Jack Quinn's hat trick propels Sabres to 8th straight win

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:40:27 GMT

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Jack Quinn recorded a hat trick and an assist, Jason Zucker added a goal and an assist and Ramus Dahlin had three assists as the Buffalo Sabres defeated the visiting San Jose Sharks on Tuesday, 6-3, for their NHL-best eighth straight win.

Alex Tuch and Beck Malenstyn also scored for Buffalo, which is 29-6-2 since Dec. 9. The Sabres also moved four points clear

Suryakumar eyes Olympic gold after India's T20 World Cup win

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:32:26 GMT

New Delhi [India], March 11 (ANI): India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has set his sights on winning an Olympic gold medal after India completed a remarkable run of success in global cricket events, securing three consecutive International Cricket Council (ICC) white-ball titles since 2024.

The Men in Blue beat New Zealand by 96 runs on Sunday to successfully defend their T20 World Cup title. The victory made I

NBA roundup: Bam Adebayo's 83-point effort ranks 2nd all time

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:19:06 GMT

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Bam Adebayo produced the second-highest single-game scoring total in NBA history, putting up 83 points as the host Miami Heat beat the Washington Wizards 150-129 on Tuesday night.

The 28-year-old center scored 31 points in the first quarter en route to passing Kobe Bryant (81 points in 2006) for second place on the single-game list. Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point outing

Colman Domingo responds to Paris Jackson's criticism of Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael'

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:59:25 GMT

Washington [US], March 11 (ANI): Actor Colman Domingo has addressed past criticism from Paris Jackson regarding the upcoming biographical film 'Michael', saying he hopes she will eventually appreciate the tribute to her father, the late pop icon Michael Jackson.

As per The Hollywood Reporter, in a recent interview with a magazine, the 'Euphoria' star reflected on the discussion that emerged last year after Paris

Lakers catch Wolves in standings thanks to Luka Doncic's triple-double

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:55:24 GMT

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Luka Doncic posted 31 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists as the Los Angeles Lakers earned a 120-106 victory over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday in a battle of playoff-hopeful Western Conference teams.

Austin Reaves scored 31 points and Deandre Ayton added 14 points and 12 rebounds for the Lakers, who pulled level with the Timberwolves, both with 4

CONCACAF Champions Cup: Club America edge Union, LAFC play to draw

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:55:14 GMT

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Raphael Veiga had the final touch on an excellent team goal as Club America beat the Philadelphia Union 1-0 on Tuesday in Chester, Pa., in the first leg of a CONCACAF Champions Cup round of 16 match.

The teams will complete the two-game, total-goal series on March 18 in Mexico City. The winner will advance to a quarterfinal matchup against either Nashville SC or Inter

Matas Buzelis pours in 41 points to propel Bulls past Warriors in OT

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:40:29 GMT

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Matas Buzelis capped a career-best 41-point performance with five points in overtime, Josh Giddey recorded his second straight triple-double with 21 points, 13 rebounds and 17 assists and the Chicago Bulls outlasted the Golden State Warriors 130-124 on Tuesday night in San Francisco.

Buzelis, Giddey and Tre Jones, who finished with 22 points, combined to do all the C

Devin Carter, Kings hand Pacers 10th consecutive loss

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:05:19 GMT

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Devin Carter scored 22 of his career-high 24 points in the fourth quarter as the Sacramento Kings beat Indiana 114-109 on Tuesday, sending the visiting Pacers to their 10th straight loss.

Sacramento rallied from a 20-point third-quarter deficit behind Carter, who made three 3-pointers and scored 15 points during a 17-5 run that put the Kings ahead 109-103 with 1:4

Coach Gambhir thanks Jay Shah for "trusting him" with the job, lauds Shah's passion for the sport

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 03:30:54 GMT

New Delhi [India], March 11 (ANI): As his side basks in the triumph of the T20 World Cup, Indian Head Coach Gautam Gambhir has lauded the role played by ICC Chairman and former BCCI Secretary Jay Shah in taking Indian Cricket forward and revealed the role played by Shah in getting him on board as head coach.

Gambhir had taken up the Head Coach role following his triumph with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the In

Woman accused of shooting at Rihanna's home faces life in prison if convicted

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 03:30:45 GMT

Los Angeles [US], March 11 (ANI): The woman accused of opening fire near singer Rihanna's residence in Beverly Hills appears to be facing serious charges that could send her to prison for life if she is convicted.

According to a criminal complaint obtained by PEOPLE magazine, Ivanna Ortiz, 35, has been charged with 14 felony counts, including attempted murder, following an alleged shooting incident near Rihanna's

Midgame 3-goal flurry sends Ducks to win over Jets

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 03:19:11 GMT

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Alex Killorn, Ryan Poehling and Jackson LaCombe each had a goal and an assist for the visiting Anaheim Ducks, who scored three times in a 1:44 span of the second period in a 4-1 victory against the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night.

Tim Washe also scored and Lukas Dostal made just 12 saves for the Ducks in the opener of the four-game road trip.

Anaheim improved t

Bruins top Kings on Charlie McAvoy's OT winner to extend home streak

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 02:19:20 GMT

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Charlie McAvoy slid home a game-winning backhander 39 seconds into overtime, lifting the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 win over the visiting Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.

After blocking a shot in the defensive zone, Mark Kastelic fired a long pass to David Pastrnak, who centered the puck to McAvoy for a drive down the slot to propel Boston to its 13th consecutive hom

Conor Garland records another 2-goal outing as Jackets down Lightning

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 02:19:05 GMT

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Conor Garland crafted his second straight two-goal game as the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets swept the three-game season series from the Tampa Bay Lightning with a 5-2 victory on Tuesday night.

Acquired from the Vancouver Canucks in a trade last week, Garland broke a 24-game scoreless drought with two markers on Monday in Columbus' 5-4 overtime home loss to t

Canadiens hand Maple Leafs 8th straight loss

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 02:05:14 GMT

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Rookie Oliver Kapanen and Philip Danault each scored in the first period to lift the host Montreal Canadiens to a 3-1 victory over the struggling Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.

Jake Evans converted into the empty net with 28 seconds remaining in the third period to seal the Canadiens' third win in four meetings with the Maple Leafs this season.

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Broncos bring back RB J.K. Dobbins on 2-year deal

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:40:24 GMT

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Broncos leading rusher J.K. Dobbins is sticking with Denver on a two-year contract, the team announced Tuesday.

The deal will not become official until Wednesday, when the new NFL year begins.

Dobbins, 27, rushed for 772 yards and four touchdowns on 153 carries in his first season in Denver, adding 11 receptions for 37 yards to help the team reach the AFC champi

Ronda Rousey skewers UFC's parent company for 'greed' over stewardship

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:05:13 GMT

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Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano could have fought one another in a UFC pay-per-view, but Rousey said it wasn't 'meant to be.'

But Rousey did not shy away from sharp criticism aimed at TKO Group, the public company that now owns UFC.

Both Rousey and Carano appeared at a press conference Tuesday to promote their Netflix MMA fight on May 16 in Inglewood, Calif. The fig

Turnover-prone Knicks eager for fewer miscues against Jazz

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:55:07 GMT

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The New York Knicks spent two nights in Los Angeles and struggled with turnovers.

Coming off two of their highest turnover totals all season, the Knicks attempt to avoid a third straight loss Wednesday night when they meet the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City.

New York, which won 16 of 21 before landing in Los Angeles, seeks to avoid its fourth three-game losing st

Spring training roundup: Jorge Polanco, Francisco Alvarez go deep for Mets

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:40:28 GMT

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Jorge Polanco and Francisco Alvarez cracked their first homers of the spring to spark the New York Mets to a 6-1 victory over the visiting St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday afternoon in Port St. Lucie, Fla.

Alvarez (2-for-3, two RBIs), Polanco (2-for-2) and Brett Baty (2-for-3, two RBIs) paced the Mets' 14-hit attack. David Peterson hurled the first four innings and all

'Grateful' James Harden leads Cavaliers into battle with Magic

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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Cleveland Cavaliers point guard James Harden reached another career milestone, becoming the ninth member of the 29,000-point club Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers.

His quest to reach 30,000 begins Wednesday, when the Cavaliers hit the road to play the Orlando Magic.

'The Beard' put together another efficient game in the 115-101 win over Philadelphia, totalin

Washington out to beat USC for third time in Big Ten tourney clash

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:05:05 GMT

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The basketball seasons for Southern California and Washington, who will meet in the second round of the Big Ten tournament on Wednesday in Chicago, have been remarkably similar.

The 12th-seeded Huskies (15-16 overall) and the No. 13-seeded Trojans (18-13), who both entered the campaign with NCAA Tournament aspirations, need

Jets reportedly reacquire QB Geno Smith in trade with Raiders

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:19:22 GMT

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Thirteen years after drafting Geno Smith, the Jets haven't found a surefire solution to their quarterback woes and are bringing the 35-year-old back to New York for another shot.

The Raiders and Jets reportedly agreed to the trade on Tuesday sending Smith back to his original NFL team in return for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.

The Jets also will receive a seven

Lakers' Luka Doncic fined $50K for gesture toward refs

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:05:09 GMT

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The NBA fined Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic $50,000 for 'directing an inappropriate and unprofessional gesture' to a game official.

The fine, announced Tuesday, was for an incident that occurred Sunday night in the Lakers' 110-97 home victory over the New York Knicks.

With 4:35 left in the third quarter, Doncic planted himself in the lane and thought he had

Phillies, LHP Jesus Luzardo finalize $135M extension

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:19:23 GMT

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Phillies left-hander Jesus Luzardo finalized a five-year contract extension worth $135 million on Tuesday, a deal that keeps him in Philadelphia through the 2031 season.

Neither side wanted to consider other options. Luzardo was entering the final season of his previous contract, which remains in place for 2026. The extension kicks off next season, and the Phillie

Reports: Packers releasing CB Nate Hobbs after 1 season

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:19:19 GMT

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The Green Bay Packers are releasing cornerback Nate Hobbs after one expensive, injury-shortened season, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.

Hobbs, 26, signed a four-year, $48 million contract last March that included a $16 million roster bonus and a $1.2 million base salary in 2025. He would have been due a $6.25 million roster bonus on Friday.

He played in

Top SG Caleb Holt commits to Arizona

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:19:14 GMT

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Five-star prospect Caleb Holt committed to Arizona on Tuesday, choosing the Wildcats over five other teams.

Holt's commitment is huge for Arizona, which is expected to lose a big chunk of its current roster to graduation and the 2026 NBA Draft. The current team (29-2) is ranked No. 2 in the Assoc

Reds RHP Hunter Greene (elbow) out until July

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:40:26 GMT

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Cincinnati Reds ace Hunter Greene is out until July due to bone chips around his right elbow.

A surgery to remove the fragments is required before an official appraisal of Greene's status for the 2026 season can be made. Removal of bone spurs can become a possible signal of ligament damage, which the operation scheduled for Wednesd

PCI inaugurates New Delhi 2026 World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:00:10 GMT

New Delhi [India], March 10 (ANI): The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) on Tuesday inaugurated the second edition of the New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix, set to take place from 11 to 13 March 2026, bringing together around 257 athletes from eight nations for a major international para athletics competition in the national capital.

The Grand Prix will feature athletes from India, Nepal, Bhutan, Hong

Rihanna "freaking out" after hearing gunshots fired at her Beverly Hills residence, source says "She doesn't understand why someone..."

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:33:02 GMT

Los Angeles [US], March 10 (ANI): Pop icon Rihanna has been 'freaking' since the firing incident at her Beverly Hills home this week.

According to a People report, Rihanna heard the gunshots but was initially confused. It was 'terrifying' for the star, but she was 'thankful that everyone is safe.'

'Even with a great security team in place, it's scary to realise that something like this can still happen. Ri

After high-scoring game, Lightning focus on Jackets

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:40:26 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Lightning are not disappointed by a bad road trip, losing the Atlantic Division lead, and squandering a chance to win Sunday in what many regard as the 'game of the season.'

Now in second place in the Atlantic, the Lightning have plenty to put behind them as they open a three-game homestand Tuesday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Kristaps Porzingis hopes he's in lineup to stay as Warriors prepare for Bulls

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:19:09 GMT

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Golden State Warriors home fans are expected to get a second look at new big man Kristaps Porzingis when the club opens a two-game homestand Tuesday night against the Chicago Bulls in San Francisco.

Acquired on Feb. 5 from the Atlanta Hawks for Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield, Porzingis has played just twice in Golden State's 12 games since the trade while deali

Bruins bid to continue home dominance in encounter vs. Kings

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:19:06 GMT

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Home has been the place to be for the Boston Bruins this season.

After a crucial point slipped away with Sunday's 5-4 overtime loss at the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Bruins will have two opportunities to extend their 12-game home winning streak this week, beginning with a Tuesday night visit from the Los Angeles Kings.

Losing a 3-0 lead halfway through a gam

Scientists complete first-ever virtual brain upload

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:50:24 GMT

A complete digital copy of a fruit flys brain has been uploaded to a simulated environment and has been seen exhibiting natural behavior

A Silicon Valley startup has announced what it describes as the first "multi-behavior brain upload" after creating a complete digital replica of a fruit fly's brain that controls a virtual body in a simulated environment.

The achievement, unveiled last wee

Behind Luka Doncic, Lakers vie for season sweep of Timberwolves

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:40:25 GMT

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The Lakers already have wrapped up the season series against the Minnesota Timberwolves and will try for a sweep of their Western Conference rivals in a matchup at Los Angeles on Tuesday night.

The teams have not met since the second week of the season in October. The Lakers defeated the Timberwolves in Los Angeles, 128-110, in the second game of the season for both te

Christopher McQuarrie set to write, direct Arnold Schwarzenegger's 'King Conan'

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:59:57 GMT

Washington [US], March 10 (ANI): Hollywood is preparing to revive one of fantasy cinema's most iconic warriors as Arnold Schwarzenegger and filmmaker Christopher McQuarrie collaborate on a new 'Conan the Barbarian' movie titled 'King Conan.'

According to reports confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter, McQuarrie, known for directing the last four 'Mission: Impossible films', has been attached to write and direct the

ICC calls off board meetings due to West Asia conflict

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:33:14 GMT

New Delhi [India], March 10 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) Board and committee meetings scheduled for March in Doha have been called off due to the ongoing West Asia military conflict, reported ESPNCricinfo on Tuesday.

As per ESPNCrinfo, the meetings, particularly the ones related to the finance committee, will take place within the next few weeks virtually. But the in-person meetings in April de

Pacers face Kings in battle of NBA conference cellar-dwellers

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:40:27 GMT

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The Sacramento Kings will look to build on their first home win in nearly two months when they face the visiting Indiana Pacers on Tuesday.

The matchup features the two teams with the worst records in the NBA. Sacramento (15-50) is last in the Western Conference, while Indiana (15-49) has lost nine straight games and sits at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.

NHL roundup: James Reimer, surging Senators shut out Canucks

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:25:15 GMT

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James Reimer stopped all 16 shots he faced for his 32nd career shutout and Ridly Greig scored midway through the second period as the surging Ottawa Senators won 2-0 over the lowly host Vancouver Canucks on Monday night.

Tim Stutzle extended his point streak to 13 games by assisting on Brady Tkachuk's empty-netter for the Senators, who are on the outside of playoff posi

Hornets must confront demons in Portland to snap skid

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:05:13 GMT

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The Charlotte Hornets had their franchise-record 10-game road winning streak snapped in Phoenix on Sunday.

Now they look to start a new one in a place they have traditionally struggled.

The rising Hornets will attempt to earn just their second victory in their past 18 visits to Portland when they face off with the Trail Blazers on Tuesday night.

Charlot

NBA roundup: James Harden scores 29,000th point in Cavs' win over 76ers

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:40:26 GMT

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James Harden scored 21 points and fellow trade-deadline acquisition Keon Ellis added 19, lifting the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 115-101 victory over the visiting Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night.

Harden, who is in his 17th season, reached the 29,000-point milestone for his career in the first quarter and finished the game with 29,017 points, good for ninth place on the

U.S.-LOS ANGELES-OIL PRICE-SURGE

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:45:14 GMT

(260310) -- LOS ANGELES, March 10, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Gas prices are displayed at a gas station in Los Angeles, California, the United States, on March 9, 2026. TO GO WITH "Economic Watch: California motorists hit by soaring gas prices amid attacks on Iran" (Photo by Zeng Hui/Xinhua)

Carlos Alcaraz shrugs off slow start, moves on at Indian Wells

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:55:13 GMT

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Arthur Rinderknech had Carlos Alcaraz reeling on Monday in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open on Monday, but the 26th-seeded Frenchman couldn't seal the deal.

The top-seeded Spaniard rallied for a 6-7 (8), 6-3, 6-2 victory in Indian Wells, Calif.

Rinderknech saved a set point late in the first-set tiebreaker while winni

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers best Knicks, get back to .500

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:05:13 GMT

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Kawhi Leonard recorded 29 points, eight assists and seven rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers reached .500 for the first time in more than four months with a 126-118 victory over the visiting New York Knicks on Monday night.

Bennedict Mathurin added 28 points and seven rebounds off the bench as Los Angeles evened its record at 32-32. The Clippers were most rece

Reports: Panthers make big moves, signing Devin Lloyd, Jaelen Phillips

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:05:14 GMT

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The Carolina Panthers are shelling out a lot of money to make sure their return to the postseason wasn't a flash in the pan.

Carolina has signed former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd to a three-year, $45 million contract, a source told ESPN. The Panthers also doled out $120 million over four years to acquire

Blake Hinson's tiebreaking 3-pointer propels Jazz to win over Warriors

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 03:55:19 GMT

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Blake Hinson knocked down a go-ahead 3-pointer with 29.2 seconds left, lifting the Utah Jazz to a 119-116 victory over the Golden State on Monday in Salt Lake City.

Hinson made four 3-pointers and finished with 12 points to help Utah win for the second time in three games. Kyle Filipowski tallied 19 points, 15 rebounds, five assists and two steals for the Jazz.

Jets seek payback vs. Ducks after overtime loss in Anaheim

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:40:22 GMT

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The Anaheim Ducks and Winnipeg Jets have exited the Olympic break with positive results so far.

They'll meet for the second time since the break when the Jets host the Ducks on Tuesday night.

The Ducks came from behind to beat the Jets 5-4 in overtime on Feb. 27 in Anaheim. That was part of a nine-game homestand that concluded Sunday with a 4-0 loss to the St.

Spring training roundup: Andrew McCutchen drives in key run in Rangers debut

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:25:08 GMT

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Former National League MVP Andrew McCutchen made his spring training debut with the Rangers and doubled home a run in the fifth inning as Texas defeated San Diego, 4-1, on Monday in Peoria, Ariz.

McCutchen, 39, signed a minor league deal with the Rangers on March 5. He began his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2009, won the MVP in 2013 and spent 12 of 17 c

Reports: Phillies' Jesus Luzardo agrees to 5-year, $135M extension

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:55:25 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies and left-handed starter Jesus Luzardo agreed on a five-year contract extension worth $135 million, several outlets reported Monday.

Luzardo was entering the final year of his contract and would have become a free agent at the end of 2026. The new deal keeps Luzardo in place through 2031.

Luzardo, 28, is coming off a career year i

Isles keeping pace in wild-card chase with streaking Blues on deck

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:19:26 GMT

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The New York Islanders want to solidify their playoff position when they visit the suddenly red-hot St. Louis Blues on Tuesday.

The Islanders sit in third place in the Metropolitan Division, a point behind the second-place Pittsburgh Penguins and not far ahead of several division rivals battling to move up the table.

Losing the first two games of their four-

Spring training roundup: Andrew McCutchen drives in key run in Rangers' debut

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:19:20 GMT

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Former National League MVP Andrew McCutchen made his spring training debut with the Rangers and doubled home a run in the fifth inning as Texas defeated San Diego, 4-1, on Monday in Peoria, Ariz.

McCutchen, 39, signed a minor league deal with the Rangers on March 5. He began his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2009, won the MVP in 2013 and spent 12 of 17 c

Hawks put 6-game win streak on the line vs. Mavericks 7-game skid

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:19:15 GMT

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The Atlanta Hawks look to extend their season-high winning streak to seven games on Tuesday when they host the struggling Dallas Mavericks, who have lost seven in a row.

This will be the first meeting between the clubs this season, with Dallas having won the last four. They play again on March 18 in Dallas.

Atlanta beat Philadelphia 125-116 on Saturday for its

Golden Knights' flaws catching up to them ahead of tilt with Stars

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:19:09 GMT

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In a stretch that has seen them win just five times in its last 17 games, the Vegas Golden Knights now hit the road to face the hottest team in the NHL, the Dallas Stars, on Tuesday night.

Dallas, second in the NHL with 88 points, brings in a 12-game point streak into the contest with the lone blip a 5-4 shootout loss to league leader Colorado on Friday night -- whi

Canadiens out to extend rival Maple Leafs' woes

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:40:30 GMT

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The Canadiens aim to bolster their postseason aspirations and levy another blow to those of the Toronto Maple Leafs when the Original Six rivals meet Tuesday in Montreal.

Montreal finds itself tentatively holding the top wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference, one point behind the third-place Detroit Red Wings in the Atlantic Division.

The Maple Leafs can b

Report: Seahawks keep Rashid Shaheed with 3-year, $51M deal

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:40:22 GMT

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On a day that saw NFL rivals poach several key contributors from their Super Bowl roster, the Seattle Seahawks made a big commitment to retain explosive playmaker Rashid Shaheed.

The wide receiver and kick returner has agreed to a three-year, $51 million deal that includes $34.7 million in guaranteed money, according to ESPN. He joins cornerback Josh Jobe and linebacker

Kings blow late lead, recover to beat Jackets in OT

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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Adrian Kempe scored his second goal of the game at 2:34 of overtime to lift the visiting Los Angeles Kings to a 5-4 win against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday afternoon.

Kempe found room in the left circle and scored with a wrist shot for his team-leading 25th goal of the season.

Brian Dumoulin had a goal and two assists, Artemi Panari and Scott Laugh

San Diego tabs Iowa State assistant JR Blount as new coach

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:19:07 GMT

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San Diego hired well-respected Iowa State assistant JR Blount as its new head coach, the school announced Monday.

Blount replaces Steve Lavin, who was fired last month before finishing out a 12-21 season at the West Coast Conference school.

Blount, 38, has been part of four straight NCAA Tournament teams at

Report: Police responded to 911 calls before Falcons LB James Pearce's arrest

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:55:18 GMT

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Records showed that police received seven 911 calls reporting threatening behavior by Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. before he was ultimately arrested in February, ESPN reported Monday.

The names of the callers were redacted in the documents ESPN obtained, but between November and February police were dispatched seven times to a Florida home that bel

Reports: QB Tua Tagovailoa signing 1-year deal with Falcons

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:05:12 GMT

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Informed earlier Monday that he will be released by the Miami Dolphins when the new NFL year begins Wednesday, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will sign a one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons, multiple media outlets reported.

The Falcons are set to release veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins before the new NFL year begins, giving the team a pair of left-handed signal

Reports: Commanders reel in DE Odafe Oweh with 4-year, $100M deal

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:55:11 GMT

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The Washington Commanders agreed to a four-year, $100 million deal with free-agent defensive end Odafe Oweh on Monday, according to ESPN.

Oweh will reportedly receive $68 million in guaranteed money.

Oweh, 27, has 17.5 sacks over the past two seasons, including a career-high 10 for the Baltimore Ravens in 2024.

He didn't record a sack in the first fiv

Tom Brady-Fanatics flag football event moved from Saudi Arabia to L.A.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:40:24 GMT

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The flag football event organized by Tom Brady and Fanatics for Saudi Arabia has been moved from Riyadh to Los Angeles amid the ongoing war in the Middle East, Fanatics announced Monday.

The revamped event will take place on March 21 as planned but will now be held at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, the location of the 2028 Olympic flag football competition.

It wil

"I talk to my dad every day...": James Van Der Beek's nine-year-old daughter Emilia remembers her dad on late actor's 49th birthday

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 20:29:59 GMT

Los Angeles [US], March 10 (ANI): Hollywood actor James Van Der Beek's nine-year-old daughter Emilia has shared a heartfelt message for her late father, remembering him on what would have been his 49th birthday.

In an emotional video shared on James Van Der Beek's wife, Kimberly's Instagram handle, little Emilia could be seen reflecting on losing her father, who passed away last month following a long battle wit

WR Mike Evans to leave Bucs, reportedly join Niners

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:25:14 GMT

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Mike Evans is leaving Tampa after playing all 12 years of his career with the Buccaneers.

Evans is reportedly signing a three-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers, according to multiple reports Monday.

'Saying goodbye to a legend such as Mike Evans is never easy, but today we are filled with appreciation and gratitude for all that he did during his extraor

Nita Ambani honours Zakir Hussain's legacy on his 75th birth anniversary; felicitates Hariharan, Kavita Krishnamurti, Suresh Wadkar and other artists

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:00:20 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 9 (ANI): Reliance Foundation founder-chairperson Nita Ambani marked the 75th birth anniversary of the legendary tabla virtuoso Ustad Zakir Hussain, honouring the extraordinary artists who have played a significant role in transforming the maestro's legacy into living expression.

In a warm and thoughtful gesture, Nita Ambani felicitated acclaimed artists Hariharan, Kavita Krish

Report: Steelers re-signing CB Asante Samuel Jr.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:55:16 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are re-signing cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. to a one-year, $4 million contract, ESPN reported Monday.

Samuel, 26, returned from spinal fusion surgery last April to play in six games (three starts) for the Steelers down the stretch in 2025. He finished with 10 tackles and one interception.

A second-round draft pick by the Chargers in

Report: Jets acquire S Minkah Fitzpatrick from Dolphins

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:40:26 GMT

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The New York Jets acquired five-time Pro Bowl safety Minkah Fitzpatrick from the Miami Dolphins on Monday, multiple outlets reported.

The Dolphins will receive a 2026 seventh-round pick in exchange, a selection that originally belonged to the Los Angeles Chargers. The deal can't be processed until the new league year begins Wednesday.

The Jets will sign Fitzpat

Dolphins to release QB Tua Tagovailoa, assume record dead-cap hit

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:19:12 GMT

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The Miami Dolphins have said goodbye to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.

Reports emerged Monday morning that the Dolphins would release the former first-round draft pick, and they confirmed it with a minute-long highlight video posted on social media with the accompanying caption, 'Thanks for the memories, Tua.'The team also issued a statement:

'I recently inform

Oregon State pursues 'yeoman's effort' vs. No. 12 Gonzaga

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:05:09 GMT

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Top-seeded Gonzaga has its sights set on one last West Coast Conference tournament title before it bids adieu to the league and departs for the rebuilt Pac-12.

The No. 12-ranked Bulldogs will begin pursuit of their 22nd tournament title in the past 28 campaigns when they meet Oregon State in the semifinals on Monday night in Las Vegas.

The fourth-seeded Beav

Clippers eager to even record in clash vs. Knicks

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:40:25 GMT

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The Los Angeles Clippers will take aim at reaching the .500 mark for the first time since early in the season when they host the New York Knicks on Monday night.

The Clippers were last at .500 on Nov. 3 after losing to the Miami Heat and falling to 3-3. That setback was the first of 19 in a 22-game span as Los Angeles dropped to 6-21.

The Clippers had two rece

FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulates ICC Chairman Jay Shah on ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 success

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:00:23 GMT

New Delhi [India], March 9 (ANI): FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulated the International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah for the successful organisation of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which concluded on Sunday with the final showdown between India and New Zealand.

Sharing a photo of himself holding the Indian jersey on his social media handle of Instagram on Sunday, Infantino also congratul

Jannik Sinner keeps rolling through early rounds at Indian Wells

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:55:12 GMT

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World No. 2 Jannik Sinner took another step in his quest for his first title at Indian Wells, dominating Canada's Denis Shapovalov 6-3, 6-2 in 73 minutes on Sunday at the BNP Paribas Open.

The Italian advanced to the California event's fourth round for the fifth time in as many appearances. He made the semifinals in 2023 and 20

NBA roundup: Suns halt Hornets' 10-game road winning streak

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:25:09 GMT

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Devin Booker had 30 points and 10 assists, Jalen Green and Collin Gillespie each added 24 points and the host Phoenix Suns ran away from Charlotte in the second half for a 111-99 victory on Sunday to break the Hornets' 10-game road winning streak.

Rookie forward Rasheer Fleming had career highs with 16 points and four 3-pointers for the Suns, who have won four of

Shashi Tharoor at 70: Libraries in his mind, kindness in his heart

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:01:20 GMT

By Suvir Saran

New Delhi [India], March 9 (ANI/Suvir Saran): Seventy years ago, on the ninth day of March, a boy was born who would grow into a man carrying entire libraries in his mind and an uncommon gentleness in his heart. Today, as Dr. Shashi Tharoor turns seventy, the world celebrates a life lived in public brilliance and private grace -- a life that has enlarged the imagination of India and reminded many o

NHL roundup: Sizzling Sabres edge Lightning as teams total 15 goals

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:40:26 GMT

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Josh Doan's second power-play goal capped a manic third period as the Buffalo Sabres rallied from a pair of two-goal deficits to beat visiting Tampa Bay 8-7 on Sunday and take over first place in the Atlantic Division.

In their NHL-best seventh straight win, the Sabres allowed five unanswered goals to turn a 4-1 lead into a 6-4 deficit six minutes into the fina

Devin Booker, Suns solve Hornets' mastery in road games

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:05:06 GMT

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Rookie forward Rasheer Fleming had career-highs with 16 points and four 3-pointers for the Suns, who have won four of

Connor McDavid rings up two assists as Oilers defeat Golden Knights

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:55:14 GMT

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Connor Ingram made 24 saves and Connor McDavid had a pair of assists to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 4-2 victory over the slumping Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday night in Las Vegas.

Trent Frederic, Vasily Podkolzin, Leon Draisaitl and Kasperi Kapanen scored goals for Edmonton, which closed to within three points of Pacific Division-leading Anaheim with the w

Connor McDavid rings up two assists as Oilers defeat struggling Golden Knights

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:55:10 GMT

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Connor Ingram made 24 saves and Connor McDavid had a pair of assists to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 4-2 victory over the slumping Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday night in Las Vegas.

Trent Frederic, Vasily Podkolzin, Leon Draisaitl and Kasperi Kapanen scored goals for Edmonton, which closed to within three points of Pacific Division-leading Anaheim with the w

Joel Hofer produces 5th shutout of season as Blues blank Ducks

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:40:22 GMT

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Joel Hofer posted his fifth shutout of the season, and a three-goal second period fueled the St. Louis Blues to a 4-0 victory Sunday over the Anaheim Ducks to cap a perfect four-game road trip.

Jimmy Snuggerud had a goal and an assist for the second straight game. Jonathan Druin, acquired Friday from the New York Islanders as part of the Brayden Schenn trade, scored

Led by Russell Westbrook, Kings take down Bulls for rare win

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:05:11 GMT

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Malik Monk and Maxime Raynaud combined for 56 points, Russell Westbrook added to his unmatched triple-double total, and the Sacramento Kings won for just the third time in their last 23 games with a 126-110 victory over the visiting Chicago Bulls on Sunday night.

Monk led the way off the bench with 30 points and Raynaud added 26 for the Kings, who have now gone 3-4 si

Woman arrested after allegedly firing shots at pop star Rihanna's Beverly Hills home

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:00:11 GMT

Los Angeles [US], March 9 (ANI): A woman was arrested after she allegedly fired multiple shots at singer Rihanna's Beverly Hills home while the pop star was inside, according to police.

According to PEOPLE, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) said officers responded to a report of 'shots fired' at the residence at around 1:15 p.m. local time on Sunday, March 8. When officers arrived at the scene, they locat

(SP)U.S. -LOS ANGELES-MARATHON-LOS ANGELES MARATHON

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 03:47:26 GMT

(260309) -- LOS ANGELES, March 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Runners compete during the 41st Los Angeles Marathon, in Los Angeles, California, the United States, on March 8, 2026. (Photo by Qiu Chen/Xinhua)

Spring training roundup: Leo De Vries goes deep twice to lead A's past Dodgers

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:19:07 GMT

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Top prospect Leo De Vries homered twice, including a grand slam, to lift the Athletics' split squad to an 11-7 spring training victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday in Mesa, Ariz.

De Vries, a 19-year-old switch-hitting shortstop, also delivered a two-run home run in the fourth for the Athletics to post his first six RBIs of the spring. Andy Ibanez went 4-fo

Protesters in over 50 U.S. cities demand end to war on Iran

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:15:27 GMT

"I think that this war is terrible," said Maggie Morales, a New Yorker. "We know that this is something that only benefits him (President Donald Trump) personally. It does not benefit our country. It does not benefit our people. Unfortunately, it puts us more in danger."

NEW YORK, March 8 (Xinhua) -- People have taken to the streets in more than 50 cities across the United States over the weekend

Report: Rams make All-Pro Trent McDuffie highest-paid CB in NFL history

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:05:11 GMT

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The Los Angeles Rams came to terms with cornerback Trent McDuffie Sunday evening on a four-year, $124 million extension, according to ESPN.

The deal for the former Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro includes a $100 million guarantee, which will make him the highest-paid cornerback in league history.

The Chiefs traded McDuffie, 25, to the Rams on March 5 in exchange fo

Report: Bears re-signing DE Daniel Hardy to 2-year contract

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:40:22 GMT

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The Chicago Bears are re-signing defensive end Daniel Hardy, a special teams player, to a two-year contract worth about $5 million and close to $6 million with incentives, NFL Network reported on Sunday.

Hardy, 27, played in 17 regular-season games for the Bears in 2025, mostly on special teams, making one start and totaling 22 tackles. Hardy played on 78% of special

Leaning on depth, Senators wrap positive road trip at Canucks

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:40:23 GMT

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The Ottawa Senators are making their best push toward playoff position.

Striving to cap an already successful road stretch with a third consecutive victory, the Senators visit Vancouver on Monday night, where the Canucks haven't won in well more than a month.

Ottawa remains just outside of a wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference, but is 8-1-2 since Jan. 25.

Warriors look to steady form against slumping Jazz

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:25:14 GMT

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Heading into Monday's clash with the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City, the Golden State Warriors finally had a positive development on the injury front.

Kristaps Porzingis returned to action for the Warriors on Saturday in their 104-97 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder after missing six games due to illness. Porzingis played in only his second game for Golden State overa

Wiki Carmona scores two on old club as Montreal blanks Red Bulls

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:55:22 GMT

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Wiki Carmona recorded a brace against his former club, scoring a goal in each half as visiting CF Montreal shocked the New York Red Bulls 3-0 on Sunday in Harrison, N.J.

Montreal was outclassed in each of the first two weeks of the young season, losing by a combined 8-0 to San Diego and Chicago.

Sunday's match against a Red Bulls side that won its first two figu

Lakers hold off Knicks for wire-to-wire win

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:55:18 GMT

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Luke Doncic scored 35 points as the Los Angeles Lakers weathered some shaky moments in the fourth quarter, along with LeBron James sitting out, and recorded a wire-to-wire 110-97 victory over the visiting New York Knicks on Sunday.

James sat out with a bruised left elbow he sustained in Thursday's loss to the Denver Nuggets when he absorbed contact from Nikola Jokic. T

Nets host Grizzlies aiming to ride momentum of comeback win

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:40:28 GMT

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The Brooklyn Nets spent Saturday night pulling off a miraculous comeback against the top team in the Eastern Conference.

The Memphis Grizzlies spent the same evening blowing a sizable lead after Ja Morant addressed his elbow injury and state of the team.

The Nets attempt to earn consecutive wins for the fourth time this season Monday night when they host the

Kings, Blue Jackets face off on fringe of respective wild-card races

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:40:25 GMT

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The Columbus Blue Jackets will try to take another step towards making the playoffs for the first time since the COVID-shortened 2019-20 season when they host the Los Angeles Kings on Monday afternoon.

The Blue Jackets entered Sunday two points out of the final wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with 20 games remaining.

Columbus has earned at least a

Indian Wells: Carlos Alcaraz starts campaign with win

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:01:53 GMT

California [USA], March 8 (ANI): Spanish tennis superstar Carlos Alcaraz started off the Indian Wells Open campaign with a flawless win over Grigor Dimitrov in California on Sunday morning.

Alcaraz, who started off the year with a memorable Australian Open title win this year, beat Dimitrov 6-2, 6-3, as per ATP's official website. He looked in incredible touch, which earned him the elusive Australian Open grand

Reports: Nationals to sign RHP Zack Littell

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:40:26 GMT

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The Washington Nationals are signing right-hander Zack Littell to a one-year contract, multiple media outlets reported Sunday.

Financial terms were not disclosed for Littell, who split last season with the Cincinnati Reds and the Tampa Bay Rays.

Littell, 30, posted an 8-8 record with a 3.58 ERA in 22 starts with th

Japan outlasts Australia, clinches Group C in WBC

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 13:25:17 GMT

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Masataka Yoshida belted a two-run homer with two outs in the seventh inning, helping defending champion Japan clinch Group C in pool play of the World Baseball Classic with a 4-3 victory over Australia on Sunday in Tokyo.

Yoshida was able to come to the plate in the inning after Australia pitcher Jon Kennedy failed to catch shortstop Jarryd Dale's throw to fi

Atlantic Division lead on line when Lightning, Sabres meet

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:55:15 GMT

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The Buffalo Sabres went all-in at the trade deadline on Friday to toughen up for the postseason, and they kept winning in the process.

Owners of an NHL-high streak of six wins, they added to their roster then beat the Nashville Predators 3-2 on Saturday night to open a five-game homestand.

The Sabres will host the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday night in the thir

OpTic Texas move to 7-0 at CDL Stage 2 Major qualifying

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:25:10 GMT

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OpTic Texas preserved their unbeaten record, sweeping FaZe Vegas in qualifying for the Call of Duty League Stage 2 Major during Week 4 on Saturday.

In the day's other matches, G2 Minnesota swept Paris Gentle Mates and Riyadh Falcons swept Toronto KOI, while Boston Breach took down Cloud9 New York 3-1.

The 12 Call of

Aurat: The Women Who Wrote My Life" -- An International Women's Day meditation in the echo of Sahir

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:01:01 GMT

By Suvir Saran

New Delhi [India], March 8 (ANI): There are poems that live in books, and there are poems that live in the bloodstream. For me, one such poem has always been the searing nazm by Sahir Ludhianvi -- a poem that arrives like a mirror held up to civilisation.

Aurat ne janam diya mardon ko, Mardon ne use bazaar diya, Jab jee chaha masla-kuchla, Jab jee chaha dhutkaar diya.

A woman gave bir