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U.S. launches campaign to dismantle International Criminal Court

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:05:45 GMT

WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States will embark on a sweeping campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court, claiming the world body is a threat to American sovereignty.

The ICC, which has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other highly ranked Israeli officials on charges including war crimes, has already be

Flyers sign D Jamie Drysdale to 4-year deal

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:40:21 GMT

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The Philadelphia Flyers secured a key piece of their blue line Friday, signing defenseman Jamie Drysdale to a four-year, $26 million contract, the team announced.

The deal allows the two sides to avoid arbitration, carries an average annual value of $6.5 million and keeps the 24-year-old under contract through the 2029-30 season.

Drysdale secured a long-te

FIFA World Cup 2026: "It's going to be a cracking match," says Spain coach ahead of final clash against Argentina

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:31:04 GMT

New York [USA], July 18 (ANI): Spain coach Luis de la Fuente anticipates the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina in New Jersey on Sunday (local time) is going to be 'a cracking match,' as per Reuters.

Spain, the reigning European champions, are aiming for their first FIFA World Cup crown since 2010, while Lionel Messi's Argentina seek back-to-back titles.

Ahead of the final, Luis de la Fuente said

Trump threatens Canada over wildfires ahead of World Cup final

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:54:50 GMT

Officials have issued an air-quality health alert after smoke blanketed New York and New Jersey

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose additional tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke that has blanketed much of the northeastern United States, just days before the FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey.

Trump accused Ottawa on Friday of failing to manage its forests and allowing what

Trump threatens Canada over wildfires ahead of World Cup final

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:54:50 GMT

Officials have issued an air-quality health alert after smoke blanketed New York and New Jersey

Trump accused Ottawa on Friday of failing to manage its forests and allowing what

Phillies try to rebound against Mets with storms looming

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:40:34 GMT

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Major League Baseball determined the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets could play through the haze caused by the wildfires on Thursday night.

Mother Nature may make the decision for everyone Saturday afternoon, when heavy thunderstorms are in the forecast around the time the Phillies are slated to host the Mets in the second game of the three-game series betw

Union reacquire star D Kai Wagner

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:40:29 GMT

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Three-time MLS All-Star defender Kai Wagner returned to the Philadelphia Union on Friday, being acquired via transfer from Birmingham City FC.

Philadelphia also sent $100,000 in General Allocation Money to Sporting Kansas City to swap spots in the waiver order, landing the No. 1 position to claim Wagner in exchange for the No. 22 spot.

Wagner spent seven seasons

Air quality alerts not yet threat to World Cup final

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:40:27 GMT

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Hazy skies and negative air quality drifting from wildfires burning in Canada and the Boundary Waters region into Minnesota do not currently represent a threat to the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday afternoon, FIFA confirmed on Friday.

The upper Midwest and parts of the Northeast are being impacted by segments of thi

Legal inquiries into FIFA's ticket practices won't end when World Cup does

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:55:06 GMT

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While the 2026 World Cup officially comes to a close on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., the attorney general of New Jersey won't stop her investigation into FIFA and its ticketing methods when the final whistle sounds.

In a report published Friday, New Jersey AG Jennifer Davenport told The Athletic that

World Cup final tickets soar above $7,500

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:40:20 GMT

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Tickets for the 2026 World Cup final continue to rise leading up to Sunday's match between Argentina and Spain at New York New Jersey Stadium.

After the get-in price dropped as low as $6,636 on Monday, the three-day average rebounded to $7,612 by Friday morning, according to ticket-tracking service TicketData.com. The three-day average is now up 10%.

By compari

FIFA World Cup 2026: "Destiny": 18 years after iconic photo, Messi-Yamal to square off in Final

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:58:52 GMT

New York [US], July 17 (ANI): Following a 2-1 victory over England, defending champions Argentina secured their place in the World Cup final against European champions Spain, setting up a generational matchup between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal.

Although Saturday's (local time) final in New Jersey marks the first time the 39-year-old Argentina veteran and the 19-year-old Spain winger playing against each other

FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA to award first-ever championship rings to winners

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:31:27 GMT

New York [US], July 17 (ANI): The winners of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final will receive 'bespoke championship rings' in addition to the iconic trophy and gold medals, marking the first time such an honour will be presented at a FIFA competition, according to FIFA website.

Inspired by a long-standing American sporting tradition, the customised rings will be awarded to the tournament champions following the final b

Trying to stay afloat in wild-card race, Reds face NL-worst Rockies

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 01:25:18 GMT

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The Cincinnati Reds' long-shot bid to remain in the National League wild-card race resumes on Friday, when they begin a critical 10-day, nine-game trip with a matchup against the Colorado Rockies.

Eight games out of the final wild-card spot, the Reds are 23-41 since May 1 and will likely be sellers ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline.

The situation is c

Mets' battery combines to take down rival Phillies

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 01:19:04 GMT

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Christian Scott pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings and Francisco Alvarez homered twice as the visiting New York Mets notched a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday.In the only game on the MLB slate, the Phillies and Mets played in a smoky scene due to spreading Canadian wildfires. The start time was moved up one hour due to worsening air quality, although

FIFA World Cup 2026: "We're not going to stop," says Argentine Football Association ahead of final showdown against Spain

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:58:43 GMT

New Jersey [USA], July 17 (ANI): The Argentine Football Association (AFA) said, 'We're not going to stop' as the La Albiceleste prepare for their much-anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 clash with Spain in New Jersey on July 19 (local time).

Argentina secured a thrilling comeback win over England in Atlanta, overturning a first-half deficit with Enzo Fernandez scoring the equaliser before Lautaro Martinez netted the

FIFA World Cup 2026: "Been a while," says Brazil legend Ronaldinho as he poses with WC trophy ahead of final clash

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:30:33 GMT

New Jersey [USA], July 17 (ANI): Brazil great Ronaldinho posed with the FIFA World Cup trophy ahead of the 2026 edition's final clash between Argentina and Spain in New Jersey on July 19 (local time).

In a post on X, the former Brazil star, who won the World Cup with the Canarinhos in 2002, shared a photograph of himself holding the trophy.

'It's been a while since I last held it,' he wrote in the caption.<

Past meets present: Messi, Yamal's unique 18-year-old connection ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 final

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:57:52 GMT

New Jersey [USA], July 17 (ANI): Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal are set to meet on the football pitch for the first time as defending champions Argentina take on Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New Jersey on July 19 (local time), but the two stars share a connection that dates back more than 18 years.

In a post on X, UNICEF shared a photograph from the first meeting between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal,

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro train separately ahead of Spain's final clash against Argentina

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:29:44 GMT

Atlanta [US], July 17 (ANI): Spain's Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro trained separately from the rest of the squad on Thursday (local time) as they began preparations in New Jersey for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina, as per Reuters.

The duo spent time lying on the pitch at one of New York's training facilities during the opening session of Luis de la Fuente's squad.

The Spanish football federa

White House confirms Trump's attendance at FIFA WC 2026 final in New Jersey

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:57:30 GMT

Washington DC [US], July 17 (ANI): The White House confirmed that US President Donald Trump will attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Spain and Argentina at the New York-New Jersey Stadium on Sunday (local time).

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt made the announcement during a press briefing on Thursday (local time), outlining the President's schedule for the weekend.

According to Leavitt

Phillies place reliever Brad Keller (elbow tear) on IL

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:55:10 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies placed right-hander Brad Keller on the 15-day injured list Thursday after tests revealed a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow.

The move is retroactive to July 13. Philadelphia recalled right-hander Seth Johnson from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take Keller's place on the active roster.

Keller is expected to miss the re

Rangers, Braves kick off second half protecting division leads

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:40:33 GMT

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Two clubs trying to hold onto first place in their respective divisions open the second half on Friday when the Texas Rangers visit the Atlanta Braves to start a three-game series.

The Rangers are in first place in the American League West, sitting 1 1/2 games ahead of the Seattle Mariners. The Braves lead the National League East by two games over the Philadelphia Ph

Flyers sign restricted free agent F Trevor Zegras to 4-year deal

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:40:23 GMT

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The Philadelphia Flyers announced a four-year, $36.5 million contract for forward Trevor Zegras on Wednesday, avoiding arbitration for the restricted free agent.

Zegras, 25, was acquired via trade with the Anaheim Ducks last June. In his first season with Philadelphia, he set career highs of goals (26), points (67), power-play goals (10) and power-play points (2

Panthers QB Will Grier retires from NFL

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:19:12 GMT

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Journeyman quarterback Will Grier retired from the NFL on Wednesday, after signing with the Carolina Panthers earlier this year, the team where his career began in 2019.

Carolina placed Grier, 31, on its reserve/retired list.

Grier signed with the Panthers on April 21 after being released from the Cowboys on March 12 following parts of two seasons with Dallas.<

Buzzing Phillies, struggling Mets kick off season's second half

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:55:20 GMT

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After an eventful All-Star break in their hometown, the Philadelphia Phillies have an early start to the second half as they host the New York Mets on Thursday.

As it's the only game on the MLB schedule, it puts the Phillies right back in the spotlight. Philadelphia hosted the All-Star Game on Tuesday -- a 4-0 American League victory in which six Phillies players took

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina VP calls England "Usurping Pirates" ahead of SF clash

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:59:01 GMT

Atlanta (Georgia) [US], July 15 (ANI): Ahead of Argentina's FIFA World Cup semi-final against England on Wednesday (local time), Vice President Victoria Villarruel described the match as more than just football, invoking the Falkland Islands (Malvinas) dispute and Argentina's football icons.

She called England 'the usurping pirates,' saying the clash represents 'the Malvinas, Diego, Leo's last one, and putting t

Devils sign F Anthony Mantha to 2-year, $9.5M contract

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:55:14 GMT

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The New Jersey Devils signed free agent forward Anthony Mantha to a two-year, $9.5 million contract.

Mantha, 31, will earn $5.4 million in 2026-27 and $4.1 million in 2027-28, the team announced Wednesday.

He is coming off his first 30-goal campaign with Pittsburgh in 2025-26, tallying 64 points (33 goals, 31 assists) in 81 games.

The 6-foot-5, 240

"Team isn't playing as bad as people say": Scaloni defends Argentina's FIFA World Cup campaign ahead of England semi-final

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:30:24 GMT

Atlanta (Georgia) [US], July 15 (ANI): Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni brushed aside criticism of his side's performances at the FIFA World Cup 2026, insisting the defending champions have earned their place in the semi-finals and are fully focused on overcoming England to reach another final, reported ESPN.

Argentina will take on England in a blockbuster last-four clash in Atlanta on Wednesday (local time),

"New York, we're coming for you": Yamal sets sights on FIFA World Cup final after Spain beat France

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:30:31 GMT

Arlington (Texas) [US], July 15 (ANI): Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has already turned his attention to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final after helping La Roja defeat France 2-0 in the semi-finals, declaring on social media that the team is ready for the title clash in New York.

Shortly after Spain secured their place in only their second FIFA World Cup final, Yamal shared pictures from the match on Instagr

AL All-Stars score early, shut out NL on 3 hits

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:55:10 GMT

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PHILADELPHIA -- New York Yankees teammates Cody Bellinger and Ben Rice hit consecutive RBI singles during a three-run first inning, and the American League pitched a three-hitter in a 4-0 victory over the National League in the MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday night.

Miguel Vargas of the Chicago White Sox added an eighth-inning solo shot in his All-Star debut as the AL ave

AL scores early, allows 3 hits in All-Star Game shutout

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:40:26 GMT

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Miguel Vargas of the Chicago White Sox added an eighth-inning solo shot in his All-Star debut as the AL ave

FIFA World Cup 2026: "We are one big family," Pau Cubarsi after Spain reach final

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:58:42 GMT

Texas [US], July 15 (ANI): Spain's Pau Cubarsi expressed pride in his team's collective effort after La Roja defeated France 2-0 to book a place in the FIFA World Cup final, describing the squad as 'one big family' that rose to the occasion against a formidable opponent.

Speaking to the host broadcaster after the semifinal victory, Cubarsi said Spain's unity and determination were key to overcoming one of the tou

FIFA World Cup 2026: Rodri hails Spain's "collective effort" after securing WC final berth

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:58:36 GMT

Texas [US], July 15 (ANI): Spain's Rodri hailed his side's collective performance after La Roja defeated France 2-0 to book a place in the FIFA World Cup final, saying composure and teamwork were the keys to overcoming one of the strongest teams in the tournament, according to The Athletic.

Speaking to Fox, as quoted by The Athletic, after the semifinal victory, Rodri praised every member of the squad for contrib

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal congratulates Spain after 2-0 semifinal win over France

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:58:33 GMT

Madrid [Spain], July 15 (ANI): Tennis legend Rafael Nadal congratulated Spain's national football team after La Roja defeated France 2-0 to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup final.

The win sent Spain into only their second FIFA World Cup final, where they will face either defending champions Argentina or England at New York New Jersey Stadium.

Taking to X after Spain's semifinal victory, Nadal celebrated

FIFA World Cup 2026: "Long live Spain" Alcaraz hails La Roja after 2-0 win over France in semifinal

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:58:28 GMT

Madrid [Spain], July 15 (ANI): Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz celebrated Spain's qualification for the FIFA World Cup final after La Roja defeated France 2-0 in the semifinal on Tuesday (local time).

Taking to X after Spain's victory, Alcaraz shared a brief message celebrating the national team's achievement.

'Long live Spain!!!' Alcaraz wrote on X.

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:58:23 GMT

Texas [US], July 15 (ANI): Spain's Pedro Porro described reaching the FIFA World Cup final as a dream come true after La Roja defeated France 2-0 in the semifinal, praising his teammates for delivering a complete performance.

Porro, who scored Spain's second goal and was named Player of the Match, said the victory was the result of a collective effort rather than individual brilliance.

'It's a dream come tr

FIFA World Cup 2026: Coach Deschamps says France "fell short" after semifinal defeat to Spain

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:58:17 GMT

Texas [US], July 15 (ANI): France head coach Didier Deschamps admitted his side was below its usual standards after a 2-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup semifinal, saying Les Bleus paid the price for technical mistakes and a lack of cutting edge in attack.

Speaking after France's exit from the tournament, Deschamps said his players were deeply disappointed after falling short of their goal of reaching the

FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain PM Pedro Sanchez congratulates La Roja after 2-0 win over France in semi-final

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:30:01 GMT

Madrid [Spain], July 15 (ANI): Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez congratulated the national football team after La Roja defeated France 2-0 to book their place in the FIFA World Cup final.

Taking to X after the semifinal victory, Sanchez praised the team's performance and celebrated Spain's progress to the title clash.

'SPECTACULAR TO THE FINAL! Once again, @SEFutbol makes us dream. Come on, Spain!' PM S

FIFA World Cup 2026: "We faced one of the best, but they faced the best," Coach De la Fuente after Spain reach final

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:29:56 GMT

Texas [US], July 15 (ANI): Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente hailed his players after their 2-0 victory over France in the FIFA World Cup semifinal, saying his side proved they are 'the best team in the world' with a disciplined and clinical display.

Speaking after La Roja booked their place in the World Cup final, De la Fuente credited the squad's commitment to a long-term vision that began nearly four years ag

Manfred disputes MLBPA's notion that CBA ads are 'perverse'

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:55:13 GMT

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While Major League Baseball celebrates with the 96th annual All-Star Game in Philadelphia on Tuesday, storm clouds continue to gather regarding whether the 97th edition will take place in 2027.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and MLB Players Association interim executive director Bruce Meyer spoke separately with the Baseball Writers' Association of America and shared div

Folarin Balogun joins Klutch Sports

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:19:12 GMT

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Klutch Sports signed United States men's national team breakout star Folarin Balogun, the midfielder who scored three goals and added a controversial red card during the World Cup.

Balogun, who formerly played with Arsenal, has been rumored to be considering a move back to the Premier League following his headliner showing in the World Cup.

'Folarin Balogun is

Jordan Walker stuns home favorite Kyle Schwarber in HR Derby final

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 03:05:10 GMT

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PHILADELPHIA -- Not even the partisan Philadelphia Phillies fans could get St. Louis Cardinals breakout star Jordan Walker out of his groove when it mattered most.

Walker homered on his last four swings to extend his final round and pull off a shocking victory over hometown hero Kyle Schwarber, finishing the round with 12 homers to Schwarber's 11 to capture the 202

Willson Contreras, Jordan Walker take first-round lead at Home Run Derby

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:55:20 GMT

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PHILADELPHIA -- The Boston Red Sox's Willson Contreras and St. Louis Cardinals' Jordan Walker each clubbed 13 homers to top the leaderboard in Round 1 of the 2026 Home Run Derby on Monday night.

Tampa Bay Rays star Junior Caminero added 12 homers, and hometown Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber added 10 to sneak into the four-hitter semifinals.

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Cristopher Sanchez, Dylan Cease appreciate All-Star Game stage

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:19:03 GMT

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PHILADELPHIA -- In a time when it's becoming increasingly common for players to opt out of the All-Star Game, the starting pitchers in Tuesday night's Summer Classic still see the occasion as career-defining.

Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Cristopher Sanchez will be the first hurler to the hill when the National League takes the field, followed by Toronto Blue Ja

Bryce Harper says he didn't give FanDuel consent for video to customer

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:55:15 GMT

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Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper said Monday he would not have made a personalized Cameo video had he known that FanDuel would use it as part of a VIP promotion for a customer, Terry Thompson, who has since sued the sportsbook for allegedly taking advantage of his gambling addiction.

'Had I known FanDuel's true intent, I would not have made the video,' Harp

All-Star Game starting lineups to play the percentages

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:55:14 GMT

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The National League will frontload its batting order with left-handed hitters, while the American League will counter with mostly right-handers at the top for Tuesday's All-Star Game at Philadelphia.

National League manager Dave Roberts of the Los Angeles Dodgers, will open the game with potentially seven consecutive left-handed bats against right-hander Dylan Cease, t

Tickets to one World Cup semi 2x more expensive than other

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:40:31 GMT

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The 2026 World Cup semifinals feature a pair of matches between global powerhouses, but ticket prices for one match are currently more than double those of the other.

France are No. 1 in the FIFA men's world rankings and will play No. 3 Spain in Dallas on Tuesday. Spain spent much of the World Cup buildup in 2026 atop the rankings before being passed by France in Ap

MD threats laid out as Trump admin guts habitat protections

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:57:57 GMT

Endangered species in Maryland face a greater risk of extinction, conservationists warned following the Trump administration's move to

Eagles 2026 Training Camp Position Preview: Edge Rusher

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:48:14 GMT

New faces join Nolan Smith and Jalyx Hunt in the outside linebacker room.

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The Philadelphia Eagles report to the Jefferson Health Training Complex for the start of 2026 Training Camp on Tuesday, July 28th. Over the next few weeks, PhiladelphiaEagles.com will get you ready by previewing the top storylines at each position. Today, a look at the edge rusher/outside linebacker position,

Dontayvion Wicks looks to reward trust shown by Eagles

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:35 GMT

Acquired this offseason via a trade with the Green Bay Packers, the new Eagles receiver has already caught the eye of teammates and coaches alike.

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Dontayvion "Tay" Wicks has always been a player you could rely on.

On September 30, 2021, the University of Virginia played away at ACC rivals Miami. Facing a second-and-17 in the third quarter, the Virginia offense needed to extend

Bears 2026 training camp position preview: Running back

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:39:00 GMT

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The following is the second of nine position previews in advance of training camp.

Veteran D'Andre Swift and second-year pro Kyle Monangai return for a second season together after becoming one of the NFL's top tandems in 2025.

In the first year of the Ben Johnson-led offense, the pair combined to be the only running back duo in the league to each rush for 750+ yards, helping the Bears fi

Eagles 2026 Training Camp Position Preview: Defensive Tackle

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:30:34 GMT

Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter enter their fourth season together as the big men upfront.

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Ravens Named ESPN's Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:18:45 GMT

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The Ravens' mission statement is to win football games, serve our fans, and be a positive force in the community. On Tuesday, that third core principle was recognized on a global stage.

The Ravens are ESPN's 2026 Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year. The annual award, given to the best of all teams in all leagues, was presented to the organization at Tuesday night's ESPY Awards.

Per ESPN, th

Eagles 2026 Training Camp Position Preview: Safety

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:12 GMT

The Eagles will have a new combination of starters in 2026.

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Bengals 2026 Opponent Preview: New Orleans Saints

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:30:19 GMT

Michael Hull
Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be taking an in-depth look at the Bengals' 2026 opponents. The Bengals return home in Week 12 against the New Orleans Saints.
2025
The Saints finished fourth in the NFC South with a 6-11 record in 2025. Rookie QB Tyler Shough took over as the starting quarterback after a 1-7 start. The second-round pick from Louisville fini

Inbox: Roger for the winforever

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT

How did you become a Packers fan?
Wes Hodkiewicz
How did you become a Packers fan?
Cindy from De Soto, KS
I never knew a time when I did not root for the Pack. Heck my family and I were watching Pack games before Vince even came to GB! I even rooted for them when I lived in Dallas!
Yotam from New Zealand
In the early '90s, my fam

Eagles 2026 Training Camp Position Preview: Cornerback

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:30:08 GMT

With the departure of Adoree' Jackson in the offseason, the Eagles turned to free agency to find a starter across Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean.
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The Philadelphia Eagles report to the Jefferson Health Training Complex for the start of 2026 Training Camp on Tuesday, July 28th. Over the next few weeks, PhiladelphiaEagles.com will get you ready by previewing the top storylines at e

Important NFL dates to know for 2026-27

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:20:00 GMT

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Here is an overview of important NFL dates for the 2026 league year. All times are Eastern and all dates are subject to change.
2026
July
July 15
At 4:00 p.m., New York time, deadline for any club that designated a Franchise Player to sign such player to a multi-year contract or extension. After this date, the player may sign only a one-year contract with hi

Yamal fit for World Cup final: De la Fuente

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 03:15:24 GMT

NEW YORK, July 17 (Xinhua) -- Spain forward Lamine Yamal has overcome fitness concerns and will be available for Sunday's World Cup final against Argentina, head coach Luis de la Fuente said on Friday.
Yamal, 19, was seen limping after Spain's 2-0 win over France in the semifinals and missed his team's training session on Thursday.
"He had a strong knock, which was very painful," De la Fuente told a news

World Cup final pits Spain's control against Argentina's resolve

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:15:59 GMT

by sportswriters Cao Jianjie, Zhao Jiantong and Zhao Yan
NEW YORK, July 17 (Xinhua) -- Sunday's World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium will bring together the top two ranked teams in the world and two contrasting approaches to the game.
Argentina, the world's No. 1 team on the FIFA rankings, is bidding to become only the third nation to defend football's most coveted trophy, after Italy in 1938 an

Spain must play without fear, says Rodri

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:15:45 GMT

NEW YORK, July 17 (Xinhua) -- Spain captain Rodri urged his teammates to take a no-fear approach into Sunday's World Cup final against defending champion Argentina, describing the match as a career-defining moment for both sides.
The game will pit the reigning European champion against an Argentina side that is aiming to become the first back-to-back World Cup winner since Brazil in 1962.
"Our main goal f

World Cup final: What to know

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:45:19 GMT

NEW YORK, July 17 (Xinhua) -- Spain and Argentina clash in Sunday's World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium, a meeting of the reigning European and South American champions. Here is what to know about the match, the numbers behind it and the storylines to watch.
BASICS
Kickoff is at 3 p.m. ET (1900 GMT) in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Argentina is first in FIFA's world rankings with Spain second. T

FIFA introduces championship rings for World Cup winners

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 01:48:37 GMT

NEW YORK, July 16 (Xinhua) -- The winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will receive championship rings in addition to the traditional trophy and gold medals, FIFA announced Thursday.
The rings will be presented to the champions after Sunday's World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium, where Spain and Argentina will compete for the title.
The championship rings are part of a limited-edition collection o

FIFA World Cup 2026 winners to receive historic first championship rings

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:32:40 GMT

ZURICH, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) -- On Sunday, 19 July, the FIFA World Cup 2026 champions will be crowned at New York New Jersey Stadium. In addition to the iconic trophy and prestigious gold medals, a new symbol of triumph will be awarded to the winning team.
In a momentous first for a FIFA competition, the tournament winners will also receive bespoke championship rings, bringing one of the most recognisable Americ

Scaloni hails Argentina's fighting spirit after comeback

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 02:45:37 GMT

ATLANTA, United States, July 15 (Xinhua) -- Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni credited his team's resolve under pressure for its stoppage-time win over England in their World Cup semifinal on Wednesday.
England took the lead through Anthony Gordon's 55th-minute goal, before Enzo Fernandez struck in the 85th minute and Lautaro Martinez scored seven minutes later to send the reigning champion into Sunday's final

Martinez sends Argentina into World Cup final (updated)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 22:20:22 GMT

ATLANTA, United States July 15 (Xinhua) -- Lautaro Martinez scored in stoppage time as Argentina recovered from a goal down to reach the World Cup final with a dramatic 2-1 win over England on Wednesday.
England went ahead early in the second half through Anthony Gordon's close-range strike before Enzo Fernandez equalized from distance.
Lionel Messi, who provided the pass for Fernandez's goal, then set up

Martinez sends Argentina into World Cup final

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:50:33 GMT

ATLANTA, United States, July 15 (Xinhua) -- Lautaro Martinez scored in stoppage time as Argentina recovered from a goal down to reach the World Cup final with a dramatic 2-1 win over England on Wednesday.
England went ahead early in the second half through Anthony Gordon's close-range strike before Enzo Fernandez equalized from distance.
Lionel Messi, who provided the pass for Fernandez's goal, then set u

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Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:18:01 GMT

ATLANTA, United States, July 15 (Xinhua) -- England and Argentina were locked at 0-0 at halftime of their World Cup semifinal on Wednesday.
Early altercations set the tone as Leandro Paredes shoved Jude Bellingham, Enzo Fernandez fouled Elliot Anderson, and Bellingham conceded a free kick for a late challenge on Alexis Mac Allister.
Neither side had a shot on target until the 33rd minute, when Declan Rice

Philadelphia's rich history of children's television includes 'Double Dare' and a golden age of local hosts like Chief Halftown and Captain Noah

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:40:53 GMT

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When five police officers were shot in Houston in January 2019 while serving a drug-related arrest warrant, all of them were transported to the hospital after emergency medical services arrived. Two went by

England's Pickford plays down Messi factor

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:46:21 GMT

KANSAS CITY, United States, July 13 (Xinhua) -- England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford says Argentina's attacking threat extends far beyond Lionel Messi as his side prepares for Wednesday's World Cup semifinal.
Messi will face England for the first time in his career, but Pickford said the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner was only one part of the challenge awaiting Thomas Tuchel's side.
"We all know how good Mes

Spain travels vast distance before World Cup semifinal against France

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:45:45 GMT

NEW YORK, July 13 (Xinhua) -- When Spain faces France for the third time in two years in Dallas in the World Cup semifinal on Tuesday, the Spanish team could be forgiven for reflecting that this is a tournament in which it has covered plenty of ground, both on and off the pitch.
Few things highlight the scale of this World Cup better than the journeys Spain's players have made during their progress to the last f

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Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:08:00 GMT

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Lifespan Edge, the next-generation longevity clinic co-founded by futurist John Mauldin and preventive medicine pioneer Dr. Michael Roizen, today announced the opening of two new locations in West Palm Beach, Florida, and Columbia, Maryland, with a third premier destination planned for Scottsdale, Arizon

Third Circuit strikes down New Jersey assault weapons ban

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:11:12 GMT

PHILADELPHIA (CN) - The Third Circuit ruled 10-5 on Friday that New Jersey's ban on semiautomatic rifles and high-capacity magazines is unconstitutional, striking down decadeslong precedent in the Garden State.

The ruling is one of many to upend firearms laws in the United St

Generic drug price inflation settlements

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:52:51 GMT

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Down in the dumps

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Many moons ago, I lost a month's work as a newspaper editor. I couldn't get off the couch - aftershock of years of paralegal work in U.S. immigration prisons, translating and recording the lives of torture victims and other refugees, nearly all of them victims of U.S. foreign policy, virtually all of them denied political asylum. This was under the Reagan administration.

Fortunately, my news editor was the d

DOJ sues Maryland over in-state tuition for immigrants

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:37:38 GMT

(CN) - The Justice Department sued Maryland on Thursday over its in-state tuition program for immigrant students who arrived in the United States when they were young, the 13th such lawsuit filed against states across the country.

In the lawsuit filed in Maryland federal court,

Spain outclass France to advance to 2026 World Cup final

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:40:20 GMT

Luis De la Fuente's side seized control of the semi-final mid way through the first-half when France defender Lucas Digne fouledLamine Yamalin the penalty area.
Referee Ivan Barton awarded a penalty and Mikel Oyarzabal swept the ball firmly to the left of France goalkeeper Mike Maignan into the goal.
It was the first time France had trailed during the World Cup.
Spain braced to face France's firepower

Spain outclass France by 2-0 to advance to World Cup final

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:40:20 GMT

Luis De la Fuente's side seized control of the semi-final mid way through the first-half when France defender Lucas Digne fouledLamine Yamalin the penalty area.
Referee Ivan Barton awarded a penalty and Mikel Oyarzabal swept the ball firmly to the left of France goalkeeper Mike Maignan.
It was the first time France had trailed during the World Cup.
Spain braced to face France's firepower in World Cup

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