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        <![CDATA['Ready to go': Buccaneers get Baker Mayfield back for Panthers matchup]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jerome Miron)</p><p>With the Tampa Bay Buccaneers struggling to stay competitive in the NFC South, the return of quarterback Baker Mayfield will provide a much-needed boost.</p><p>Mayfield and the Buccaneers hit the road to meet the Carolina Panthers in an NFC South matchup Sunday afternoon in Charlotte.</p><p>The Panthers (3-2) lead the NFC South, while the Buccaneers (1-5) sit last in the division. Tam]]>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:05:11 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA["We may do another Epic Fury": Trump warns Iran of potential strike if deal not reached]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Florida [US], October 24 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has issued a direct military warning to Tehran, teasing another potential US strike on Iran if the country fails to reach a diplomatic agreement, remarking that Washington might launch 'another little Epic Fury' to compel compliance.</p><p>Addressing a campaign rally in Florida, Trump adopted an aggressive foreign policy posture while highlighting his past natio]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279395303/we-may-do-another-epic-fury-trump-warns-iran-of-potential-strike-if-deal-not-reached</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:57:28 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Tyrrell Hatton, Ian Poulter join LIV Golf exodus]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jerod Ringwald)</p><p>LIV Golf lost two more big-name players, with Englishmen Tyrrell Hatton and Ian Poulter announcing Friday they will not sign on for LIV 2.0.</p><p>Hatton, 35, posted a brief statement to Instagram announcing his decision.</p><p>'Wanted to confirm that I will not be a part of LIV 2.0,' he wrote.</p><p>'A big thank you to everyone for continued support,' he continued. 'I am excited fo]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:55:15 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Bucs QB Baker Mayfield (thumb) to start vs. Panthers]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jerome Miron)</p><p>Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is expected to start Sunday's road game against the Carolina Panthers, head coach Todd Bowles said Friday.</p><p>'(He) looks like he's ready to go,' Bowles said of Mayfield, who has missed the last three games with a dislocated thumb.</p><p>Mayfield sustained his injury during a 23-16 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 27. He has thr]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:19:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Brewers add Brandon Woodruff to World Series roster]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jeff Hanisch)</p><p>MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers added right-hander Brandon Woodruff to the World Series roster on Friday following his unexpected comeback from a shoulder injury.</p><p>The Brewers replaced right-hander Chad Patrick, the only change to the 26-man roster (13 pitchers, 13 position players) for the best-of-seven series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Game 1 is Friday night in Milwaukee.</]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:40:38 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Ian Poulter joins LIV Golf exodus: 'Tough decision']]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jerod Ringwald)</p><p>LIV Golf has lost one of its staunchest supporters as England's Ian Poulter announced Friday that he will not sign on for LIV 2.0.</p><p>Poulter, 50, said he made the decision after discussing his playing future with his family and team.</p><p>'Ultimately, the opportunity to spend more time at home with my family, reduce international travel, focus on senior golf and have the opport]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:55:22 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Justin Barron has career night, Blues trump Golden Knights]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jeff Le)</p><p>Justin Barron had a goal and three assists in the St. Louis Blues' 6-2 win over the visiting Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday.</p><p>The Blues are on a two-game winning streak and are 3-0-1 on home ice this season.</p><p>It was a career night for Barron, who had never tallied more than two points in a game during his six NHL seasons. The defenseman had only nine points over 52 games with t]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:05:09 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Red-hot Lightning test mettle against surprisingly middling Avalanche]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Candice Ward)</p><p>Colorado head coach Jared Bednar breaks down the season in 10-game increments, and the first of those was a mixed bag for the Avalanche. Colorado has dropped three of its last four and has just five wins in its first 10 games.</p><p>The second 10-game segment begins Friday night in Denver when the Avalanche host the Tampa Bay Lightning in a rematch of the 2022 Stanley Cup Finals.</p><]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:19:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Yaroslav Askarov makes career-high 41 saves in Sharks' win over Senators]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Marc DesRosiers)</p><p>Yaroslav Askarov set a career high with 41 saves for the San Jose Sharks, who won their second straight game by taming the host Ottawa Senators 6-2 on Thursday night.</p><p>Collin Graf and Jacob Trouba both finished with a goal and an assist for the Sharks, who won in regulation for the first time this season. Tyler Toffoli and Nolan Allan also lit the lamp, while Zack Ostapchuk an]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:19:08 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Arturs Silovs stops 26 shots as Penguins blank Panthers]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Charles LeClaire)</p><p>Nick Robertson scored two goals, Arturs Silovs made 26 saves and the host Pittsburgh Penguins snapped a four-game losing streak with a 4-0 win against the Florida Panthers on Thursday.</p><p>Evgeni Malkin and Hendrix Lapierre each had a goal and an assist for the Penguins, who were 1-6-1 in their previous eight games. Connor Dewar logged two assists, and Silovs earned his second s]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:05:05 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Guardians' Stephen Vogt shuts down Mariners rumors: 'I'm coming back']]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Pablo Robles)</p><p>Manager Stephen Vogt dismissed speculation Thursday that he would leave the Guardians for the Seattle Mariners, saying in Cleveland, 'I'm here. I'm coming back.'</p><p>The Mariners have a managerial opening after firing Dan Wilson on the final day of the regular season, fueling speculation that Vogt, a longtime Olympia, Wash., resident, might return to the Pacific Northwest.</p><p>Vog]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:55:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Rays making calculated gamble in delaying ace to begin World Series]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Michael McLoone)</p><p>MILWAUKEE -- Drew Rasmussen has been the epitome of an ace for the Tampa Bay Rays this postseason.</p><p>In three playoff starts, the right-hander is 2-0 with a 1.29 ERA, allowing three runs over 21 innings, striking out 23 and walking three.</p><p>After he last pitched in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series, a 3-1 Rays win on Oct. 18, he could have started Game 1 of ]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:40:47 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Eagles look to snap skid, remain competitive in NFC East vs. Cowboys]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Eric Hartline)</p><p>Four weeks ago, the Philadelphia Eagles entered their Monday night contest against the Chicago Bears with a 2-0 record and a healthy Jalen Hurts.</p><p>After one of the most depressing months in recent franchise history, the Eagles return to the Monday night stage against the rival Dallas Cowboys with a four-game losing streak and without their captain and quarterback.</p><p>Tanner M]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:05:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Brewers counting on Jacob Misiorowski to be in form vs. Rays in Game 1]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Benny Sieu)</p><p>MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers will be looking for hard-throwing Jacob Misiorowski to regain his dominant regular-season form against the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Friday in the opening game of the World Series.</p><p>Misiorowski, who often tops 100 mph with his fastball, will be opposed by veteran right-hander Nick Martinez in a matchup of teams that have not won the World Series.]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:55:18 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[James Hoye named umpiring crew chief for Rays-Brewers World Series]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas)</p><p>Veteran umpire James Hoye was named crew chief for the 2026 World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers, Major League Baseball announced on Thursday.</p><p>Hoye, 55, will be an umpire in the World Series for the third time and this will be his first Fall Classic as a crew chief. He was also part of World Series crews in 2019 and 2022. Hoye has been a full-time MLB]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:40:39 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Bulls, Bucks coaches aim to rebound from disappointing debuts]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: David Banks)</p><p>After losing their openers with their new teams, both coaches will be looking for their first victories Friday when the visiting Chicago Bulls face the Milwaukee Bucks.</p><p>The Bulls aren't projected to contend in the Eastern Conference under first-year coach Tiago Splitter, but a 43-point season-opening loss to the host Toronto Raptors on Wednesday was far worse than expected.</p><p]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:19:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Senators G Linus Ullmark put on IR with lower-body injury]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Marc DesRosiers)</p><p>The Ottawa Senators placed starting goaltender Linus Ullmark on injured reserve Thursday due to a lower-body injury.</p><p>The injury occurred Wednesday night in the third period of Ottawa's 5-1 win over the Florida Panthers. Ullmark was replaced by backup Samuel Ersson.</p><p>Ersson is expected to take over as the Senators' primary goaltender. Ottawa recalled Jonas Johansson from ]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:25:11 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Penguins, following positive news about Ben Kindel's condition, face off with Panthers]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Charles LeClaire)</p><p>The Pittsburgh Penguins return to the ice against the visiting Florida Panthers on Thursday night, two days after a health scare involving Ben Kindel.</p><p>The 19-year-old forward fainted on the team flight out of Salt Lake City on Tuesday. The flight returned to the airport, and Kindel was taken to the University of Utah Hospital for further evaluation.</p><p>General manager Kyl]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:40:45 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Penguins F Ben Kindel back in Pittsburgh after fainting on team plane]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Charles LeClaire)</p><p>Penguins forward Ben Kindel is back in Pittsburgh after he was hospitalized in Salt Lake City and might even return to practice as soon as next week, general manager Kyle Dubas said Thursday.</p><p>Kindel, 19, had an urgent medical issue about 10 minutes after the team charter departed Salt Lake City International Airport on Tuesday, forcing the aircraft to turn around and land. T]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:40:29 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Ukraine Cuts Chinese Drone Dependence, But Critical Gaps Remain]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On October 17-18, Ukrainian forces launched more than 1,000 drones deep into Russian territory, striking major energy and industrial infrastructure in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region.</p><p>The bulk of that force was built on the FP-1 long-range strike platform developed by Fire Point, one of Ukraine's largest drone makers. The company produces 200-260 drones a day, with 90 percent of components sourced domesti]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:05:20 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Penguins, worried about Ben Kindel's condition, face off with Panthers]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Charles LeClaire)</p><p>The Pittsburgh Penguins return to the ice against the visiting Florida Panthers on Thursday night, two days after a health scare involving Ben Kindel.</p><p>The 19-year-old forward experienced a medical episode on the team flight out of Salt Lake City on Tuesday. The flight returned to Salt Lake City, and Kindel was taken to the University of Utah Hospital for further evaluation.<]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:55:11 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Sharks, Senators tasked with refocusing after emotional wins]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Dan Hamilton)</p><p>Two teams coming off emotional highs will face off in Ottawa on Thursday night as the Senators welcome the San Jose Sharks.</p><p>The Sharks snapped a two-game skid (0-1-1) with a 4-3 overtime victory over the host Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday. San Jose rallied from a two-goal deficit in the third period to force the extra session, and Macklin Celebrini ended it on a power-play goal ]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:25:19 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Brady Tkachuk scores in Ottawa return, but Senators pound Panthers]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Marc DesRosiers)</p><p>Tim Stutzle and Stephen Halliday each had a goal and an assist for the Ottawa Senators, who spoiled the return of former teammate Brady Tkachuk with a 5-1 win against the visiting Florida Panthers on Wednesday.</p><p>Claude Giroux, Shane Pinto and Warren Foegele also scored for Ottawa, which has won five of its past seven games. Jake Sanderson had two assists, and Linus Ullmark mad]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:25:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Putin Says Iran Deal Still Possible After Talks With US Envoy]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>New posts</p><p>Featured entry</p><p>09:59</p><h2>Putin Says Iran Deal Still Possible After Talks With US Envoy</h2><p>Russian President Vladimir Putin said diplomacy remained a viable way to resolve the Iran crisis during a meeting with US special envoy Steve Witkoff on October 21, as Tehran reiterated that progress in negotiations and reopening the Strait of Hormuz depended on Washington meeting its conditions.</p><p]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:53:22 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[US accuses Canada of seeking to influence 2026 midterm elections]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Ottawa [Canada], October 22 (ANI): The United States has accused Canada of seeking to influence American politics ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, the US Embassy Ottawa said in a factsheet.</p><p>The US Embassy in Ottawa cited statements by Canadian ministers and provincial leaders on retaliatory tariffs, political pressure on the Trump administration and engagements with US Democratic officials.&nbsp;</p><p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:33:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Kraken, Mammoth enter matchup riding hot streaks]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Rob Gray)</p><p>If the Seattle Kraken have shown anything thus far this season, it's that they're surprisingly resilient.</p><p>Even after blowing a three-goal lead in the third period Tuesday night against Detroit -- allowing the tying goal with 17 seconds remaining in regulation on a turnover in front of their own net, with the Red Wings on a power play and the goalie pulled -- the Kraken came away wit]]>
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        <![CDATA[Senators rout Panthers despite Brady Tkachuk's goal in return to Ottawa]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Marc DesRosiers)</p><p>Tim Stutzle and Stephen Halliday each had a goal and an assist for the Ottawa Senators, who spoiled the return of former teammate Brady Tkachuk with the 5-1 win against the visiting Florida Panthers on Wednesday.</p><p>Claude Giroux, Shane Pinto and Warren Foegele also scored for Ottawa, which has won five of its past seven games. Jake Sanderson had two assists, and Linus Ullmark m]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:55:15 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Ravens hope Lamar Jackson returns for AFC North battle vs. Bengals]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Tommy Gilligan)</p><p>Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is itching to return to the field when Baltimore hosts the Cincinnati Bengals in an AFC North battle on Sunday.</p><p>Jackson has missed the past two games with a left ankle injury and the Ravens (4-2) split the contests with Tyler 'Snoop' Huntley at quarterback.</p><p>But Jackson literally took a step in the right direction by being a limited partic]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:40:43 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Knights try to shake off blowout as Blues continue homestand]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Candice Ward)</p><p>The Vegas Golden Knights will try to rebound from their most lopsided defeat of the season when they visit the St. Louis Blues on Thursday.</p><p>The Golden Knights remain near the top of the NHL standings, but Tuesday's 6-2 home loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning was one they would prefer to forget. The teams were tied 2-2 after the first period before Tampa Bay scored four unanswered g]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:19:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[With Mathew Barzal still out, Isles eye 3-game win streak vs. Kings]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Wendell Cruz)</p><p>The New York Islanders have fared well without Mathew Barzal this season.</p><p>Just how long they will have to play without the veteran center, however, remains a mystery.</p><p>The Islanders will look to secure their first three-game winning streak of the season Thursday night when they conclude a two-game homestand against the Los Angeles Kings.</p><p>Both teams were off Wednesday ]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279391118/with-mathew-barzal-still-out-isles-eye-3-game-win-streak-vs-kings</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:40:27 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Aaron Rodgers, Steelers rolling into historic Paris clash vs. Saints]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Kim Klement Neitzel)</p><p>Aaron Rodgers is back to doing Aaron Rodgers things.</p><p>The four-time NFL MVP has thrown 11 touchdown passes over the past four games after throwing just one in the Pittsburgh Steelers' first two contests. He's a primary reason the Steelers (4-2) have won two straight for the first time this season as they prepare to face the New Orleans Saints (2-4) on Sunday.</p><p>Rodgers]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279391063/aaron-rodgers-steelers-rolling-into-historic-paris-clash-vs-saints</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:55:10 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Buccaneers hope to get Baker Mayfield back for Panthers matchup]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jerome Miron)</p><p>With the Tampa Bay Buccaneers struggling to stay competitive in the NFC South, the potential return of quarterback Baker Mayfield could provide a much-needed boost.</p><p>The Buccaneers head on the road to meet the Carolina Panthers in an NFC South matchup Sunday afternoon in Charlotte.</p><p>The Panthers (3-2) lead the NFC South, while the Buccaneers (1-5) sit last in the division. T]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279391058/buccaneers-hope-to-get-baker-mayfield-back-for-panthers-matchup</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:40:38 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Browns carry momentum from comeback win into Titans clash]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Scott Galvin)</p><p>Cleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson hosted a team party after last week's dramatic comeback victory over the Baltimore Ravens, which moved the Browns into a share of first place in the AFC North.</p><p>Should Cleveland defeat the host Tennessee Titans on Sunday, would Watson continue the tradition? As Watson sees it, neither he nor the 4-2 Browns would object.</p><p>'This is definite]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279390931/browns-carry-momentum-from-comeback-win-into-titans-clash</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:40:28 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA["Could you let Stephen Hubbard out, please?": Trump says talks with Putin secured US citizen's release without any exchange]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Washington DC [US], October 22 (ANI): US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday (local time) that he made a &nbsp;direct personal appeal made during talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin concerning the conflict in Ukraine which successfully secured the release of Stephen Hubbard, an American citizen held captive by Russian forces since his detention in Kyiv.</p><p>Hubbard, a retired English educator in his seve]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279390916/could-you-let-stephen-hubbard-out-please-trump-says-talks-with-putin-secured-us-citizen-release-without-any-exchange</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:29:46 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Former Chiefs, Falcons DE Allen Bailey dies at age 37]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas)</p><p>Former Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Allen Bailey has died at the age of 37.</p><p>'Our hearts go out to his family,' Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said to begin his news conference on Wednesday. 'Prayers are with them. Way too young, obviously. One of my favorite players. Great kid. Just sorry to see that happened to him.'</p><p>Bailey was found dead on Tuesday in his Florida hom]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279390813/former-chiefs-falcons-de-allen-bailey-dies-at-age-37</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:05:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (thumb) full participant at practice]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Matt Pendleton)</p><p>Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was a full participant at practice Wednesday, marking the first time he has gone through a full midweek workout since dislocating his right thumb during a Week 3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.</p><p>'Once he got warmed up, I thought he was looking pretty good as practice went on,' Bucs coach Todd Bowles said. 'We'll continue to monitor]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279390771/buccaneers-qb-baker-mayfield-thumb-full-participant-at-practice</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:25:14 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Bob Uecker family salutes Brewers: 'He's right here cheering alongside us']]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jovanny Hernandez)</p><p>MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers' first World Series appearance in 44 years has arrived too late for beloved broadcaster Bob Uecker to enjoy, although the former player's family said the current playoff run has kept his spirit alive.</p><p>Uecker, who played from 1962-67 and was a Hall of Fame broadcaster for the Brewers, passed away on Jan. 16, 2025.</p><p>'We are filled with elation an]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279390614/bob-uecker-family-salutes-brewers-he-right-here-cheering-alongside-us</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:55:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Falcons sign DE Charles Snowden off Commanders' practice squad]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas)</p><p>The Atlanta Falcons signed defensive end Charles Snowden to the active roster from the Washington Commanders' practice squad on Wednesday.</p><p>The 6-foot-6, 250-pound veteran has recorded 67 tackles, 11 quarterback hits, 4.5 sacks and one interception in 33 games (18 starts) with the Chicago Bears (2021) and Las Vegas Raiders (2024-25).</p><p>He also had a stint with the Tampa Ba]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279390508/falcons-sign-de-charles-snowden-off-commanders-practice-squad</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:55:20 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Yankees GM Brian Cashman agrees to contract, to return for 30th season]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jayne Kamin)</p><p>New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman and the team have agreed to a new contract, allowing him to return to the role for a 30th season in 2027.</p><p>Cashman, 59, announced his own re-signing on Wednesday in a video news conference. He did not reveal any contract terms, but his current deal was set to expire this fall.</p><p>'We've agreed on a new contract that we just have to]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279390383/yankees-gm-brian-cashman-agrees-to-contract-to-return-for-30th-season</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:19:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA["Special football team" No. 24 Northwestern preps for Rutgers]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Nick King)</p><p>Off to its best start in a full season since 2012, Northwestern's schedule is about to stiffen.</p><p>With three games against the Big Ten's upper echelon looming, the 24th-ranked Wildcats know they cannot afford a letdown Saturday afternoon when they host Rutgers in Evanston, Ill.</p><p>Northwestern (5-1, 2-1 Big Ten) has not started 5-1 since 2020, when it played only nine games due to]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279389198/special-football-team-no-24-northwestern-preps-for-rutgers</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:55:06 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[US Envoy Witkoff Meets Putin After Zelenskyy Talks On Ukraine Peace]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>US envoy Steve Witkoff has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Constantine Palace in St. Petersburg, according to news reports, a day after holding talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Oslo.</p><p>The meeting in St. Petersburg was the ninth between Witkoff and the Russian leader.</p><p>Kremlin foreign policy aide Yury Ushakov said that US President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner,]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279389826/us-envoy-witkoff-meets-putin-after-zelenskyy-talks-on-ukraine-peace</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:43:43 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Drone alert greets US envoy's arrival for Putin talks]]>
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                            <p><strong>The warning in Leningrad Region comes after a deadly Ukrainian drone raid in the area several days ago</strong></p>
            
                        
            <p>A drone threat has been announced south of St. Petersburg shortly after US President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, arrived in the city for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the Ukraine con]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:41:20 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Drone alert issued as Putin-Witkoff talks kick off]]>
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                            <p><strong>The warning in Leningrad Region comes after a deadly Ukrainian drone raid in the area several days ago</strong></p>
            
                        
            <p>A drone threat has been announced south of St. Petersburg shortly after US President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, arrived in the city for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the Ukraine con]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279389254/drone-alert-issued-as-putin-witkoff-talks-kick-off</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:41:20 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[No. 7 Ole Miss challenges slumping No. 19 Texas]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Scott Wachter)</p><p>Saturday's Southeastern Conference showdown between No. 7 Ole Miss and No. 19 Texas in Austin carries added significance for Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning, whose Hall of Fame grandfather Archie and Super Bowl-winning uncle Eli both starred for the Rebels.</p><p>Instead, questions abound about the youngest Manning's status and recent performance as Texas' starting signal-caller a]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279389108/no-7-ole-miss-challenges-slumping-no-19-texas</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:05:16 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[NHL roundup: Mikko Rantanen caps hat trick in OT as Stars top Bruins]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jerome Miron)</p><p>Mikko Rantanen finished his 11th career regular-season hat trick with a power-play goal at 3:52 of overtime, singlehandedly lifting the Dallas Stars to a 3-2 win over the visiting Boston Bruins on Tuesday night.</p><p>Rantanen lifted a close-range backhanded shot over Boston goaltender Jeremy Swayman's shoulder for the game-winner.</p><p>Jason Robertson had two assists, including one ]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279389107/nhl-roundup-mikko-rantanen-caps-hat-trick-in-ot-as-stars-top-bruins</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:05:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Trump envoy Witkoff arrives in St. Petersburg for Putin talks (VIDEO)]]>
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                            <p><strong>The negotiations will reportedly focus on the Ukraine conflict and a broader European security architecture</strong></p>
            
                        
            <p>US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff has arrived in St. Petersburg for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the Ukraine conflict. The visit comes after Moscow and Washington reached ]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279389255/trump-envoy-witkoff-arrives-in-st-petersburg-for-putin-talks-video</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 06:11:01 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Putin meets Trump envoy in St. Petersburg (VIDEO)]]>
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                            <p><strong>Steve Witkoff brought new Ukraine peace proposals as Moscow and Washington explore restoring bilateral ties</strong></p>
            
                        
            <p>Russian President Vladimir Putin has held three-hour talks with US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff in St. Petersburg to discuss ending the Ukraine conflict and restoring US-Russia relations.]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279389865/putin-meets-trump-envoy-in-st-petersburg-video</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 06:11:01 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Nikita Kucherov's points milestone helps Lightning thrash Knights]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Candice Ward)</p><p>Nikita Kucherov scored a goal and had two assists to move into a tie for the Tampa Bay career scoring lead and as the Lightning cruised to a 6-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday in Las Vegas.</p><p>Kucherov capped the scoring with a breakaway goal early in the third period for his 1,137th career point, tying the team career mark set by Steven Stamkos.</p><p>Anthony Cir]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279388989/nikita-kucherov-points-milestone-helps-lightning-thrash-knights</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:55:10 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[No. 11 Tennessee hopes to stay hot in visit to South Carolina]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Angelina Alcantar)</p><p>During a chaotic Week 7, No. 11 Tennessee did its part in the Third Saturday in October tradition in Knoxville with a win over Alabama. Still, the team must hit the road against a well-rested South Carolina squad in Columbia, S.C., on Saturday afternoon.</p><p>After going 0-4 against ranked Southeastern Conference schools last season, the Volunteers (6-1, 3-1 SEC) on Saturday not]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279388846/no-11-tennessee-hopes-to-stay-hot-in-visit-to-south-carolina</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 03:40:11 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Penguins F Ben Kindel hospitalized after medical emergency on team plane]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Rob Gray)</p><p>Pittsburgh Penguins forward Ben Kindel was hospitalized Tuesday after experiencing a medical episode aboard the team's flight home from Salt Lake City.</p><p>The Penguins said their charter returned to Salt Lake City International Airport shortly after takeoff when Kindel, 19, experienced what the club described as a medical episode.</p><p>Team physician Dr. Dharmesh Vyas and members of P]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279388512/penguins-f-ben-kindel-hospitalized-after-medical-emergency-on-team-plane</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:55:21 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Brady Tkachuk returns to Ottawa with hat trick-happy Panthers]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Sam Navarro)</p><p>Florida Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk is expecting a wide range of emotions when he makes his return to Ottawa to face the Senators on Wednesday night.</p><p>Tkachuk spent his first eight NHL seasons with the Senators, the last five as team captain, before requesting a trade following the end of last season. The four-time All-Star was dealt to the Panthers on June 21 in exchange for a]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279388424/brady-tkachuk-returns-to-ottawa-with-hat-trick-happy-panthers</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:05:11 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[After dreadful start, Flyers heating up as they visit Sabres]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Eric Hartline)</p><p>The Philadelphia Flyers suddenly have some momentum heading into Wednesday's road matchup against the Buffalo Sabres.</p><p>Philadelphia lost its first nine games (0-6-3) before posting a 3-1 home win over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday. The Flyers appeared unlikely to turn that victory into a winning streak as they were severely short-handed Monday against the talented Colorado Ava]]>
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        <![CDATA['Relief syndrome' a focal point as Auburn, No. 18 LSU prepare for clash]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: SCOTT CLAUSE)</p><p>Both No. 18 LSU and unranked Auburn are wondering about the home team's emotional state as the two sets of Tigers prepare to meet Saturday afternoon in a Southeastern Conference game in Auburn, Ala.</p><p>Auburn upset then-No. 1 Georgia 27-24 on the road last Saturday, and both Auburn coach Alex Golesh and LSU coach Lane Kiffin recognize the challenge for any team to regain an emotion]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:40:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Miami downplays No. 1 ranking heading into matchup vs. Pitt]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Sam Navarro)</p><p>Miami is the top-ranked team in the country for the first time in 24 years and will find out how well it can handle that lofty status starting Saturday afternoon against visiting Pitt in an Atlantic Coast Conference game.</p><p>The last time the Hurricanes (6-0, 4-0) were No. 1 was in the 2002 season, before they lost to Ohio State in the national championship game.</p><p>This season, ]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:19:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[World Series Game 1 tickets surge above $3K, nearing Super Bowl level]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Michael McLoone)</p><p>The price to get into Game 1 of the World Series when the Tampa Bay Rays visit the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night has soared to near Super Bowl prices.</p><p>The get-in price for Game 1 at American Family Field reached $3,107 by midday Tuesday, according to TicketData.com. That slightly was down from a spike to $3,169 on Monday night after the Rays clinched the American League C]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279388024/world-series-game-1-tickets-surge-above-3k-nearing-super-bowl-level</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:05:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Islanders strive to build momentum vs. skidding Ducks]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: John E. Sokolowski)</p><p>The New York Islanders will try to win two games in a row for the first time this season when they face the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night in Elmont, N.Y.</p><p>The Islanders have alternated losses and wins through their first eight games (4-3-1), most recently toppling the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 on Saturday night to cap a two-game Canadian swing.</p><p>'That was probably our m]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:40:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Rubio Trip Highlights US Push For Deeper Ties With Central Asia]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>SAMARKAND, Uzbekistan -- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio departed Uzbekistan on October 20 for India after meetings with all five Central Asian countries, wrapping up a visit aimed at expanding Washingtons economic and diplomatic engagement with a region increasingly intent on shaping its own international partnerships.</p><p>Rubios visit to the historic Silk Road city of Samarkand brought together the foreign minist]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279387210/rubio-trip-highlights-us-push-for-deeper-ties-with-central-asia</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:54:56 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[49ers WR Mike Evans exits after aggravating Achilles injury]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Kyle Terada)</p><p>The same Achilles injury that kept San Francisco wide receiver Mike Evans from practicing in the week leading up to the 49ers' Monday night game against the Washington Commanders knocked the veteran out of the contest late in the second quarter.</p><p>Evans, who had been listed as questionable to play at all, was first listed as questionable to return to action in the contest at Santa ]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386886/49ers-wr-mike-evans-exits-after-aggravating-achilles-injury</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:05:09 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Red Wings carry 4-game point streak into start of trip at Seattle]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Rick Osentoski)</p><p>The Detroit Red Wings begin a four-game western road trip Tuesday night against the Seattle Kraken, and if they want any tips on handling a lengthy trek, they can ask their opponents.</p><p>The Kraken just completed a five-game, nine-day trip that started Oct. 9 with a 6-3 win in Detroit. Seattle went 3-1-1 away from home, but an 8-3 loss to the Florida Panthers on Saturday did take]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386706/red-wings-carry-4-game-point-streak-into-start-of-trip-at-seattle</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:40:24 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[ALCS notebook: Freddy Peralta nabs MVP honors after second win]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Kim Klement Neitzel)</p><p>ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Two days after pitching (briefly) out of the bullpen, Tampa Bay Rays starter Freddy Peralta delivered another effective outing.</p><p>His work in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series on Monday wasn't as flashy as his Game 2 masterpiece, but it was effective enough for Peralta to seal the Most Valuable Player award as the Rays advanced to the]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386596/alcs-notebook-freddy-peralta-nabs-mvp-honors-after-second-win</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:25:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Two-run homers send Rays past Guardians in Game 6, into World Series]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Kim Klement Neitzel)</p><p>ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Junior Caminero and Yandy Diaz each belted a two-run homer, helping the Tampa Bay Rays advance to the World Series for the third time in franchise history with a 7-3 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Monday.</p><p>The Rays recorded their third straight win to capture the American League Championship Series in six games.</p><p>Tampa Bay will visit M]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386473/two-run-homers-send-rays-past-guardians-in-game-6-into-world-series</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 03:25:14 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Jio Platforms' Rs 8,110-crore anchor book attracts over Rs 2.5 lakh crore in institutional demand; draws marquee global investors]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20 (ANI): Jio Platforms Limited's Rs 8,110-crore anchor book has attracted aggregate institutional demand of over Rs 2.5 lakh crore, marking the first time an Indian initial public offering (IPO) has crossed this milestone.&nbsp;</p><p>The anchor book received demand of more than 30 times the amount on offer, reflecting strong interest from domestic and global institutional investo]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:30:49 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA["America of today is more polarised than ever before": Raja Krishnamoorthi blames government rhetoric for rising hate crimes]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Washington, DC [US], October 20 (ANI): Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has expressed concern over growing polarisation in the United States, alleging that rhetoric from senior government leaders is contributing to hostility against minority communities and creating an environment that enables hate crimes.</p><p>Speaking with ANI regarding the deep societal divisions impacting constituents and religious devotees across ]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386354/america-of-today-is-more-polarised-than-ever-before-raja-krishnamoorthi-blames-government-rhetoric-for-rising-hate-crimes</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 01:58:23 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Long losing streak front of mind for Canucks as Hurricanes visit]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Sam Navarro)</p><p>The Carolina Hurricanes continue their five-game road trip, looking to pick up a second win over the Vancouver Canucks in as many weeks when the two teams hit the ice Tuesday night.</p><p>Carolina is looking to return to the win column after Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Calgary Flames, which snapped the Canes' seven-game winning streak.</p><p>'This is the no-one-feels-sorry-for-you league.]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386352/long-losing-streak-front-of-mind-for-canucks-as-hurricanes-visit</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 01:55:13 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Lightning open challenging trip against equally hot Knights]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie)</p><p>Off to a perfect 5-0-0 record at home, the Tampa Bay Lightning head west for a demanding three-game road trip that begins Tuesday night in Las Vegas against the defending Western Conference champion Vegas Golden Knights.</p><p>The trip also includes a challenging back-to-back with games played at high altitude against the Colorado Avalanche on Friday in Denver followed by a Sat]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386351/lightning-open-challenging-trip-against-equally-hot-knights</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 01:55:07 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Reports: Aaron Boone to return as Yankees manager]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Kim Klement Neitzel)</p><p>The New York Yankees are bringing back Aaron Boone for his 10th season as manager, multiple media outlets reported Monday.</p><p>Boone, 53, will enter the final season of a two-year, $10.5 million extension he signed in February 2025. Hired to replace Joe Girardi in December 2017, Boone holds a 790-565 regular-season record.</p><p>The Yankees have reached the postseason in eigh]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386193/reports-aaron-boone-to-return-as-yankees-manager</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:19:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[FSU's Mike Norvell: Holding penalty on Hail Mary 'absolute joke']]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Sam Navarro)</p><p>Two days after Florida State's double-overtime loss to rival Miami on Saturday, Seminoles coach Mike Norvell criticized the officiating, taking issue with a holding penalty that nullified a potential Hail Mary touchdown and the interception that ended the game.</p><p>Norvell also questioned why officials didn't discuss simultaneous possession during the replay review of the final play.]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279385964/fsu-mike-norvell-holding-penalty-on-hail-mary-absolute-joke</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:19:10 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[US state issues arrest warrant for Raul Castro]]>
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                            <p><strong>A Florida court has approved legal action against the former Cuban leader over the 1996 shooting down of two US planes</strong></p>
            
                        
            <p>A Florida judge has issued an arrest warrant for former Cuban President Raul Castro, 95, the state's attorney general announced on Monday. The move marks another escalation in Washington's months-long]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:45:01 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (thumb) closing in on return]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jerome Miron)</p><p>Quarterback Baker Mayfield, who has been sidelined since dislocating his right thumb during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Week 3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, is getting closer to a return.</p><p>Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles told reporters Monday that Mayfield is expected to practice this week for the first time since the injury occurred.</p><p>'He's supposed to practice Wednesday,']]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:55:07 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Update: U.S. issues arrest warrant for Cuba's Raul Castro]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>NEW YORK, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- U.S. state of Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday issued an arrest warrant for Cuban Revolution leader Raul Castro on charges of conspiracy to commit first-degree murder linked to the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft.</p><p>In May, Castro was indicted, along with five others, on U.S. federal charges related to the incident.</p><p>The prosecutors accused Castro of order]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:45:29 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Athletics hire Taylor Smith as president of baseball operations]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Jeff Hanisch)</p><p>The Athletics hired Taylor Smith as their new president of baseball operations on Monday.</p><p>Smith, 31, spent the past two seasons as senior vice president and assistant general manager for the Boston Red Sox after seven years with the Tampa Bay Rays. He will lead the front office for the club's final season in West Sacramento, Calif., and help the team prepare for the move to Las ]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279385734/athletics-hire-taylor-smith-as-president-of-baseball-operations</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:40:31 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Week 6 MNF: Commanders-49ers Preview, Prop Picks, Prediction]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Joe Nicholson)</p><p>The San Francisco 49ers seek to stay unbeaten as they play host to a Washington Commanders team battling to stay in contention in the porous NFC East to close out Week 6 of the NFL season on Monday Night Football in Santa Clara, Calif.</p><p>ODDS AND TRENDS</p><p>The 49ers are 7.5-point favorites as they attempt to improve to 6-0. Despite being more than a touchdown favorite, San Fra]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279385720/week-6-mnf-commanders-49ers-preview-prop-picks-prediction</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:25:12 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Texas stays course at QB, but needs 'better version of Arch Manning']]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Scott Wachter)</p><p>Texas coach Steve Sarkisian stood behind struggling star quarterback Arch Manning with one significant qualifier.</p><p>Sarkisian said Manning is the QB1 for the Longhorns. But after Texas has lost two straight games to fall from the No. 1 spot in the AP poll, a report from ESPN indicated quarterback KJ Lacey Jr. would receive a larger portion of first-team reps in practice ahead of ]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279385687/texas-stays-course-at-qb-but-needs-better-version-of-arch-manning</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:55:16 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Reports: Former NC State coach Chuck Amato dies at 80]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Dale Zanine)</p><p>Former NC State football coach and longtime Florida State assistant Chuck Amato died Monday morning at the age of 80, according to multiple reports.</p><p>Amato, who guided the Wolfpack to a school-record 11 wins in 2002, had battled throat cancer in recent years.</p><p>With Philip Rivers as his quarterback for four of his seven seasons on the sidelines in Raleigh, Amato went 49-37 wit]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:25:14 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Florida selected runaway No. 1 team in preseason AP Top 25]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: Butch Dill)</p><p>Florida begins the 2026-27 college basketball season back atop the Associated Press poll for the first time since it earned the top spot by winning the 2024-25 national championship.</p><p>The Gators were picked as the No. 1 team in the preseason poll, which was released Monday afternoon, after receiving 47 of the 59 first-place votes. It is the first time Florida will start the season ]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279385637/florida-selected-runaway-no-1-team-in-preseason-ap-top-25</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:25:05 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Freddy Peralta, Rays look to finish off Guardians, reach World Series]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>(Photo credit: David Richard)</p><p>CLEVELAND -- Starting pitcher Nick Martinez passed the baton to Drew Rasmussen. Now, it's up to Freddy Peralta to finish the job and take the Tampa Bay Rays to the World Series.</p><p>The Rays return home to St. Petersburg, Fla., on Monday to host Game 6 of the American League Championship Series, holding a 3-2 lead over the Cleveland Guardians after two straight victories on the roa]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279384191/freddy-peralta-rays-look-to-finish-off-guardians-reach-world-series</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:05:08 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[LGBTQ+ advocate: Trans violence is systemic, not just individual]]>
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        <![CDATA[ <p>When we talk about violence against transgender people, the focus is often on individual acts of harm but one advocate for the trans community said it misses the bigger picture.</p><p>Yasmine Prosper, founder and executive director of <a href="https://www.transunitedinelevation.org/about" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Trans United in Elevation</a>, a Florida nonprofit connecting trans people to jobs, housi]]>
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      <link>http://www.thetampanews.net/news/279386262/lgbtq-advocate-trans-violence-is-systemic-not-just-individual</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:28:19 GMT</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[Florida, Alabama National Guard support Isaias response and recovery efforts]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Eight Florida Army National Guard Soldiers worked together to rescue four family members from a sinking pickup truck beside an Interstate 10 off-ramp during the Hurricane Isaias Response on Oct. 10.</p><p>The Soldiers, assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Battery and Delta Battery, 3rd Battalion, 265th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 164th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, encountered the emergenc]]>
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        <![CDATA[<h2>Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout the month of October</h2><p>byScott Smith&amp;Brianna Dix</p>Baker Mayfield#6 QBHeight: 6-1Weight: 215 lbsCollege: Oklahoma<p><strong>October 23 Updates</strong></p><p>Baker Mayfield has missed the Buccaneers' last three games due to a dislocated right thumb suffered against the Vikings in Week Three, but he appears set to rejoin the lineup when the]]>
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        <![CDATA[<h2>Fans can watch the game on FOX and listen live on the radio in the Panthers regional area.</h2><p>CHARLOTTE - Carolina is coming back home, above .500 and ready to get back into the division race. The Panthers will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, October 25 at 1:00 p.m. ET at Bank of America Stadium. Listed below is important information for fans watching and following the game at home.</p><h3><strong>WATCH O]]>
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        <![CDATA[<h2>The Panthers will don the black, blue, black combination for the second time this season, bringing back a proven divisional winner.</h2><p>CHARLOTTE The Panthers are back in a modern classic uniform this week, with a newer combination, but one that's made quite an impact in recent years.</p><p>Carolina will be wearing black helmets, blue tops, black pants, and black socks against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their Week]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Houston Texans Public Relations</p><p>Stay on top of the latest Houston Texans news by addinghttps://www.houstontexans.comto your .</p><p>Welcome to Texans Roundup, your weekly look at the numbers, trends and milestones shaping the Houston Texans' upcoming matchup. From team rankings and player accomplishments to notable streaks and league-wide context, Texans Roundup highlights the stats and storylines to know before ]]>
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        <![CDATA[Inside the Numbers: Isaiah Likely leading the way]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Dan Salomone</p><p><strong>Notes and stats to get you ready for the Week 7 matchup between the New York Giants (3-2-1) and Houston Texans (2-4).</strong></p><h2><strong>0</strong></h2><p>The NFC East is a combined 0-6-2 over the past two weeks. According to NFL Research, it is the only division since the 1970 merger to go winless in consecutive game weeks with every team playing in both weeks. The Giants are guaranteed]]>
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        <![CDATA[<h2>The Bucs are minor underdogs against their division rivals on Sunday, with the status of Baker Mayfield being a particular concern for national NFL analysts</h2><p>Scott Smith</p><p>The Tampa Bay Buccaneers begin intra-division play in Week Seven, traveling to Charlotte, North Carolina to take on the NFC South-leading Carolina Panthers. The Buccaneers fell to 1-5 with their Week Six overtime loss to Pittsburgh while t]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Brian Batko</p><p>PARIS There always are two sides of the coin for NFL international games. And this week, that coin is a Euro.</p><p>Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy did get some sleep on the flight to France from Pittsburgh, but there was no rest upon his arrival. He went straight to a press conference Friday with both local and international reporters, peppering him with questions on everything from coaching his ho]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Patrik Walker</p><p><strong>FRISCO, Texas</strong>With 11 games remaining in the regular season and the best record in the NFC East being a blink away from the 2-4 record owned by the Dallas Cowboys, it seems all it would take to win the division would be some sort of win streak.</p><p>In order to achieve that, the Cowboys must first get back into the win column after suffering a two-game slide that includes a loss to ]]>
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        <![CDATA[<h2>WR David Sills has come off injured reserve and is now eligible to play on Sunday against the Panthers, while LB Christian Rozeboom will miss at least four games after a finger injury pushed him to IR</h2><p>Scott Smith</p><p>The Tampa Bay Buccaneers activated wide receiver David Sills from their injured reserve list on Thursday, making him eligible to make his Buccaneers debut as soon as this Sunday against the Carol]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Teresa Varley</p><p><strong>Thursday, October 22</strong></p><p><strong>Strictly business:</strong>Defensive end Keeanu Benton knows there is one reason and one reason only the Steelers are headed to Paris this weekend.</p><p>It's to come home with a victory.</p><p>Nothing else is on his mind.</p><p>"Coach (Mike McCarthy) made us very aware that it's a business trip," said Benton. "That goes to why we're going on Thurs]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>DallasCowboys.com</p><p><strong>FRISCO, Texas</strong>The Cowboys added a third quarterback to the team on Tuesday, signing veteran Kyle Trask to the practice squad. Trask could be considered an NFL journeyman now as he joins his fourth team, although he's played just seven career games with no starts.</p><p>He will be on the practice squad, replacing Joe Milton's spot after he was signed to the Eagles roster.</p><p>Tr]]>
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        <![CDATA[<h2>Tampa Bay will face NFC South rival Carolina Panthers in Week Seven at Bank of America Stadium. Here are five Buccaneers to keep an eye on</h2><p>Brianna Dix</p><p>The 1-5 Tampa Bay Buccaneers will head to Charlotte to take on the 3-2 Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Week Seven. Kickoff is set for 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday and the Bucs will try to recreate the success they produced in the last road game in]]>
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        <![CDATA[As the Buccaneers figure out their own quarterback situation with Baker Mayfield attempting a return, Tampa Bay's defense is preparing to face a Panthers quarterback in Bryce Young who has taken a dramatic step forward in his production in Season FourScott SmithAfter the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost an overtime struggle to Pittsburgh in Week Six, Head Coach Todd Bowles told his team that the season was not lost, but what was]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Matt Williamson</p><p><strong>Series history</strong></p><p>These two teams have only met 17 times, with New Orleans winning nine. They have never met in the postseason. This series began in 1967, and they squared off four times in the 1960s with Pittsburgh winning just one. The most recent matchup was a 20-10 Steelers win in Pittsburgh in 2022. Between 1974 and 1993, the Steelers won five of seven meetings.</p><p><str]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Larry Mayer</p><p>The Bears will seek their fourth win in five games and look to improve to 5-2 when they host the Patriots Thursday night at Soldier Field.</p><p>It's the first of three straight scheduled primetime games for the Bears, who will visit the Seahawks in Seattle a week from Monday night and then host the Buccaneers Sunday night, Nov. 8. It's also the first of back-to-back contests against last season's Sup]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Teresa Varley</p><p><strong>Wednesday, October 21</strong></p><p><strong>On a mission:</strong>The Steelers will head to Paris on Thursday night to take on the New Orleans Saints and there is only one thing on their mind.</p><p>Getting a win.</p><p>The Steelers are 4-2, coming off two straight wins, and looking to build off that.</p><p>There will be some challenges associated with going overseas for a game, but Pat Fre]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Brian Batko</p><p>Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy is a first-timer when it comes to an international game in the regular season. But he's not entirely a novice to the overall experience when it comes to the NFL.</p><p>McCarthy was asked before practice Wednesday at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex about the 1994 and 1998 American Bowl in Tokyo when he was coaching for the Chiefs. In his five seasons on staff in Kansas City]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Bengals Communications</p><p>Take a look at the injury reportsof the Cincinnati Bengals and the Baltimore Ravens leading into Week 7 of the 2026 season.</p><h3><strong>Cincinnati Bengals</strong></h3><p><strong>*Last updated: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026*</strong></p><h3><strong>Baltimore Ravens</strong></h3><p>*Asterisk denotes a player designated for return from a Reserve list.</p><p>Check out theBengals 2026 Schedule.</]]>
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        <![CDATA[<h2>HC Aaron Glenn and Miami HC Jeff Hafley Worked Together in Cleveland in 2014-15</h2><p>Amanda Vogt</p><p>The Miami Dolphins will be the first AFC East opponent to play in MetLife Stadium this season when they face the Jets in Week 7. The Green &amp; White (2-4) willlook to even their divisional record after losing by 26-19 on the road against the New England Patriots last Sunday.</p><p>The Dolphins are coming off a by]]>
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