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US-Iran clashes escalate, Trump threatens action over peace delays

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:41:34 GMT

DUBAI, U.A.E.: Even as the United States carried out airstrikes on Iran early on June 10, and Iran responded by attacking countries in the region, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Iran would "pay the price" for delays in peace talks.

Trump made the warning just hours after Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, all of which host U.S. troops, were hit by Iranian attacks. It was the second time this week that exchang

US payroll growth beats forecasts as unemployment holds firm

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:38:59 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The U.S. labor market continued to outperform expectations in May, with employers adding more jobs than forecast and unemployment remaining steady, reinforcing signs that hiring momentum has strengthened in recent months despite economic uncertainty and rising inflation.

The Labor Department reported that nonfarm payrolls increased by 172,000 jobs last month,

England preparing to weather World Cup storm

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:05:13 GMT

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After England's lackluster Florida friendly against New Zealand in Tampa, the Three Lions had a much better showing in their final World Cup tune-up against Costa Rica on Wednesday night in Orlando.

They even got to test their patience with North America's tumultuous summer weather.

After short, intense thundershowers delayed kickoff by about an hour, En

Otto Lopez strives to stay hot as Marlins chase sweep of D-backs

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:55:06 GMT

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The Miami Marlins will look to extend their winning streak to a season-high five games and record their second sweep in the past three series when they host the Arizona Diamondbacks in the finale of a three-game set on Thursday afternoon.

The Diamondbacks, who have lost nine of their last 12 games, are in danger of falling to .500 for the first time since May 18.

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

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:40:27 GMT

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

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

Eagles sign DE A.J. Epenesa after deal with Browns falls through

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:55:08 GMT

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The Philadelphia Eagles signed A.J. Epenesa on Wednesday after the former Buffalo Bills defensive end failed a physical with the Cleveland Browns.

The Eagles did not announce terms of the contract with Epenesa, who in March agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $5 million with Cleveland, according to reports. The Browns opted out after Epenesa, 27, failed his me

"Meeting with Epstein grave error in judgement": Bill Gates tells US House Oversight Committee

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:57:54 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 11 (ANI): Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Wednesday told the House Oversight Committee that his association with Jeffrey Epstein was a 'grave error in judgment', expressing regret for the relationship while insisting he never witnessed criminal conduct and had no knowledge of the full extent of Epstein's crimes at the time.

In his remarks before the committee in Washington, Gates said

Yanks' Carlos Rodon continues success vs. Guardians in sweep

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:25:12 GMT

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Jazz Chisholm Jr. had a two-run triple and three RBIs and Trent Grisham scored three times as the visiting New York Yankees completed a three-game sweep of the Cleveland Guardians with a 8-4 victory on Wednesday afternoon.

The Yankees are 10-4 since May 24 and have the second-best record in the American League, a few percentage points behind the Tampa Bay Rays.

Drew Rasmussen dominates as Rays finish sweep of Red Sox

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:19:11 GMT

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Drew Rasmussen struck out a career-high 13 batters over seven scoreless innings, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on for a 7-5, series-sweeping win over the visiting Boston Red Sox on Wednesday afternoon.

Rasmussen (6-2) allowed just two hits in the dominant outing. He struck out the side in order twice and did so again while working around a walk in his final frame. It

Red Sox likely to recall Jake Bennett in bid to avert sweep vs. Rays

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:05:06 GMT

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The Boston Red Sox continue to trend in the wrong direction and will look to avoid a three-game sweep on Wednesday when they conclude a five-game road trip with a matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays in St. Petersburg, Fla.

The Rays beat the Red Sox 3-1 on Monday and 4-3 on Tuesday, leaving Boston (27-38) a season-high 11 games under .500.

'(The Rays) have a p

Yankees, Guardians bring worn-down bullpens into series finale

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:55:13 GMT

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Terrific work by the bullpen has allowed the New York Yankees to win the first two games of their road series against the American League Central-leading Cleveland Guardians.

Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodon (1-2, 2.88 ERA) will be counted on to give the team some length in the finale Wednesday afternoon, when he starts against Cleveland left-hander Parker Messick

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

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:40:23 GMT

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

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

NASA announces Artemis III crew for 2027 test flight; first ESA astronaut assigned to programme

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:59:20 GMT

Houston [US], June 10 (ANI): NASA on Tuesday provided new Artemis III details and announced the four prime crew members and a backup for the test flight.

The official statement highlighted that the mission will undertake a series of challenging tests in Earth orbit in 2027, essential for Artemis IV, the first planned crewed mission to the lunar South Pole in 2028.

As per the statement, the crew members incl

Nick Martinez, Rays hold down Red Sox to seal series win

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:19:16 GMT

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Ryan Vilade went 3-for-4 and Nick Martinez turned in seven-plus strong innings to help the Tampa Bay Rays defeat the Boston Red Sox 4-3 on Tuesday in St. Petersburg, Fla.

Martinez (6-2) held Boston to three runs on six hits, departing after the first three Red Sox hitters reached base in the eighth. He struck out two without issuing a walk. Bryan Baker retired the

Hurricanes start rookie Brandon Bussi for Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:40:33 GMT

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The Carolina Hurricanes made a change in net for Tuesday night's Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights.

Carolina gave rookie Brandon Bussi his first career playoff start as the Hurricanes look to level the series at 2-2 in Las Vegas, with the announcement becoming shortly before the game began.

ESPN reported that Frederik Ande

Saudi Arabia: Russia's most important guest at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:42:58 GMT

Riyadh brought dozens of major deals and its massive strategic weight - invaluable for building a multipolar world

The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum has once again emerged not only as Russia's premier business gathering but also as one of the clearest reflections of the profound changes reshaping the glo

India pitches collaboration in quantum computing to Moscow

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:01:31 GMT

New Delhi is seeking global partners to explore advanced computing technology

India has pitched collaborative efforts in quantum computing with Russia. Its objective is to achieve its $730 million National Quantum Mission (NQM) targets by 2030-31.

The initiative is aimed at creating a complete national quantum ecosystem, including intermediate-scale quantum computers, communication networks

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

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:40:26 GMT

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

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

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

Surging Yankees continue 'gritty' series vs. Guardians

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:19:13 GMT

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It's still early June, but this week's series between the visiting New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians has the feel of a postseason matchup.

The Guardians will look to even the three-game set at one win apiece on Tuesday night after New York emerged with a 7-5 victory in 10 innings on Monday.

Both managers turned to their bullpens early and ofte

Zelenskys letter to Putin was a PR stunt Russias UN representative

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:14:16 GMT

The Ukrainian leader wont consider genuine talks while Western funding continues, Vassily Nebenzia has stated

Ukraine's Vladimir Zelensky's open letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin was not a sincere invitation to peace talks, but a publicity maneuver, Russia's permanent representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, has said.

Zelensky published the message last week after Putin again st

Russias UN envoy dismisses Zelensky PR stunt

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:14:16 GMT

The Ukrainian leader wont consider genuine talks while Western funding continues, Vassily Nebenzia has stated

Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky's open letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin was a publicity stunt rather than a sincere invitation to peace talks, Russia's permanent representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, has said.

Zelensky published the message last week after Putin a

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

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:40:34 GMT

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

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

BRICS university rankings project takes shape through India-Russia cooperation: Chakraborty

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:30:41 GMT

Moscow [Russia], June 9 (ANI): India and Russia are jointly developing a university-level ranking system that could eventually be expanded across BRICS nations, according to Debjit Chakraborty, Director of the Chamber for Indo-Russo Technology Collaboration.

Speaking in an exclusive interview at the TV BRICS studio during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Chakraborty said the initiative is

Reports: Oilers eyeing Mike Babcock as next coach

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:05:07 GMT

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

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

Brewers add RHP Joel Kuhnel to roster ahead of series vs. A's

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:40:27 GMT

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LAS VEGAS -- Right-hander Joel Kuhnel, acquired by Milwaukee from the Athletics on Saturday for cash, was added to active roster before Monday's game against the A's to bolster the Brewers' injury-riddled bullpen.

The Brewers optioned right-hander Craig Yoho to Triple-A Nashville.

Kuhnel was 1-2 with a 4.21 ERA with four saves in 25 appearances with the A's

Canes keep goalie decision close to vest ahead of Game 4 at Vegas

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:05:11 GMT

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LAS VEGAS -- Heading into Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final on Thursday, the big question is whether Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour will make a goaltender change.

Frederik Andersen, who has started every game of the playoffs so far for the Hurricanes, was pulled Saturday at the start of the third period after allowing four goals on 16 shots in Carolina's w

Miles Russell, 17, qualifies for U.S. Open with Charlie Woods on bag

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:55:30 GMT

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One of the top young prospects in golf is heading to his first major championship at 17 years old.

Miles Russell played his way into the U.S. Open when he emerged from a playoff that decided the last two spots at one of the USGA's 10 final qualifying sites Monday in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.

Russell and another amateur, Ryder Cowan, outl

Yandy Diaz, bullpen guide Rays over Red Sox

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:55:19 GMT

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Yandy Diaz hit a solo home run and had two RBIs as the Tampa Bay Rays ended a two-game losing streak by beating the Boston Red Sox 3-1 Monday night in St. Petersburg, Fla.

Diaz hit Boston's first pitch of the game over the fence in left for his 12th home run of the season. He also drove in Taylor Walls with a sacrifice fly in the eighth that extended Tampa Bay's le

Armenias election results pose challenge for Russia expert

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:12:14 GMT

Moscow should adjust its policies in response to the victory of Western-backed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Fyodor Lukyanov says

Moscow must re-evaluate its policies toward longtime ally Armenia after the party of Western-backed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan won Sunday's election, Fyodor Lukyanov, editor-in-chief of Russia in Global Affairs, has told RT.

According to the official tally,

Armenias election results pose challenge for Russia Fyodor Lukyanov

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:12:14 GMT

Moscow should adjust its policies in response to the victory of Western-backed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, the analyst says

According to the official tally, the

Armenia election results pose challenge for Russia expert

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:12:14 GMT

Moscow should adjust its policies in response to the victory of Western-backed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Fyodor Lukyanov says

According to the official tally,

Marlins' Max Meyer will test ace-level stuff against Diamondbacks

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:55:09 GMT

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The Miami Marlins have won five of their past six games. It's their best stretch since going 5-1 to start the season.

After their initial 5-1 run, the Marlins dropped four of the next five. They hope to fare far better when they open a three-game series Tuesday night against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks.

Miami is 20-16 at home as compared to Arizona's 13

Reports: Kings to hire Peter Laviolette as head coach

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:19:17 GMT

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

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

Tigers lean into new-found momentum against Twins

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:25:05 GMT

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The Detroit Tigers will look to build off their productive week of the season when they host the Minnesota Twins in a three-game series that begins Tuesday.

Detroit went an alarming 6-22 in May, but rebounded to go 5-1 last week. The Tigers swept a road series from the Tampa Bay Rays, then took two of three at home from the Seattle Mariners. The Tigers' latest vic

Record 5 SEC teams highlight College World Series field

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:19:12 GMT

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A record five SEC teams are among the eight-team field that will begin play at the College World Series in Omaha, Neb., on Friday.

With No. 1 UCLA and No. 2 Georgia Tech failing to make it out of the Regional round, No. 3 Georgia was the highest-ranked team that advanced to the Super Regionals. The Bulldogs then swept Mississippi State to advance to the College World

Thomas Tuchel says Jude Bellingham among '14-15 potential starters' for England at FIFA World Cup

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:33:07 GMT

London [UK], June 8 (ANI): England manager Thomas Tuchel has said that Jude Bellingham faces strong competition for a place in the starting XI at the FIFA World Cup, with the Real Madrid midfielder among several players vying for spots in a talented and highly competitive squad.

The 22-year-old featured in only four of England's qualifying matches, while Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers appeared in all eight, highligh

Report: Red Wings' Dylan Larkin has 3 teams on trade radar

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:55:11 GMT

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Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has a short list of three teams where he would accept a trade, the Detroit Free Press reported Monday.

He would be willing to waive his full no-trade clause to make a deal with the Florida Panthers, Minnesota Wild or Vegas Golden Knights, per the report.

The Michigan-born forward has spent his entire 11-year NHL career in Detroit

QB Jacoby Brissett to take part in Cardinals minicamp

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:40:26 GMT

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Quarterback Jacoby Brissett will attend the three-day mandatory minicamp with the Arizona Cardinals scheduled to begin on Monday.

The expected starter, Brissett remains at odds with the Cardinals over his contract and skipped voluntary workouts in the spring. By reporting to camp, Brissett can spare himself $107,911 in fines Arizona could assess as a penalty for

India was never told not to buy Russian oil minister

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:21 GMT

Oil Minister Hardeep Puri says New Delhi will buy energy wherever it is available at the cheapest price

India has denied that its energy policy has been influenced by external pressure, saying its oil buying decisions are based purely on national interests and pricing calculations.

India's international agreements, made at the highest levels, have enabled it to diversify its energy sources

Netanyahu has no choice on Iran deal Trump

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:14:06 GMT

Israel will not decide the terms of an agreement with Tehran because I call the shots, the US president told the Financial Times

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will have no choice but to accept any deal the US reaches with Tehran, President Donald Trump has said, declaring that he "calls the shots."

Trump made the remarks in an interview with the Financial Times on Sunday, shortl

BRICS driving global growth, accounts for over one-third of high-tech exports: Putin

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:31:35 GMT

Moscow [Russia], June 8 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has said BRICS nations are becoming a major force in the global economy, accounting for nearly half of annual global GDP growth over the past five years and significantly expanding their share of high-tech exports.

Addressing the plenary session of the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Putin noted that BRICS now contributes a

Offense badly needed for Red Sox, Rays through down stretches

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:19:06 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays and visiting Boston Red Sox will both be searching for more offense when they open a three-game series Monday night.

Tampa Bay was limited to six hits and struck out 10 times during Sunday's 4-1 loss to Miami. It was Tampa Bay's 10th loss in 13 games, and marked the eighth time during that stretch that the Rays have scored three or fewer runs. Tam

MLB roundup: Kevin McGonigle's 1st walk-off hit lifts Tigers past M's

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:05:04 GMT

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Kevin McGonigle ripped a two-out, two-run single in the bottom of the ninth and the host Detroit Tigers rallied past the Seattle Mariners for a 5-4 victory on Sunday afternoon.

McGonigle lined a single to right off closer Andres Munoz (3-4), allowing Detroit to capture the series, two games to one. The rookie also hit his fourth homer, while Wenceel Perez supplied

Sandy Alcantara pitches Marlins past Rays

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:40:36 GMT

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Miami starter Sandy Alcantara recorded his second consecutive June win with seven strong innings, and the Marlins won 4-1 Sunday afternoon to claim their three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays.

The 2022 unanimous Cy Young Award winner, Alcantara (5-4) yielded one run and five hits, all singles, and struck out seven with only one walk over 90 pitches.

Mich

Experts draw inspiration for Eurasia from China's governance under Xi's leadership

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:15:32 GMT

ST. PETERSBURG, June 7 (Xinhua) -- The Russian edition of the first volume of "China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership" has received a warm response from representatives of media organizations, think tanks, and government institutions across Eurasia.

The book was officially launched at a ceremony on Wednesday in St. Petersburg, attended by around 100 representatives from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, and ot

England's Harry Kane: Heat 'won't be a factor' at World Cup

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:55:07 GMT

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England captain Harry Kane predicted the heat 'won't be a factor' thanks to his team's World Cup training regimen.

Ranked No. 4 in the world, England will open the tournament against Croatia on June 17 in Arlington, Texas.

The Three Lions will play a final tune-up against Costa Rica on Wednesday in Orlando, Fla.

'To be honest, I don't think the hea

Oilers' Connor McDavid wins Ted Lindsay Award for 5th time

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:40:35 GMT

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Edmonton Oilers superstar captain Connor McDavid became the second player in NHL history to win the Ted Lindsay Award five times on Sunday.

McDavid joined Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky in winning the award presented annually to 'the most outstanding player in the NHL,' as voted by the members of the NHLPA.

'This award, coming from the guys that you play against ever

England manager Tuchel slams side's "freestyle" football despite narrow 1-0 win over NZ in pre-WC friendly

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:03:42 GMT

Tampa [US], June 7 (ANI): England manager Thomas Tuchel expressed disappointment with England's performance despite a 1-0 win over New Zealand in their pre-FIFA World Cup friendly, pointing out his team's 'freestyle' football gameplay in the first half.

Harry Kane was the sole scorer as England secured a 1-0 win over New Zealand at Tampa on Saturday. Following the loss, Tuchel pointed out how his side played 'ou

Marlins turn to Sandy Alcantara for stability, series win vs. Rays

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:55:06 GMT

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The Miami Marlins are looking for a repeat version of former Cy Young Award winner Sandy Alcantara in hopes of winning their home series Sunday afternoon against the Tampa Bay Rays.

The Marlins won a thriller on Saturday after leading 4-1 entering the ninth inning. Miami closer Pete Fairbanks could not lock down the save against his former team after allowing two run

Personal skid snapped, Tigers' Jack Flaherty takes aim at M's

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:40:25 GMT

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Jack Flaherty finally notched his first win in 13 starts this season on Tuesday.

The Detroit Tigers right-hander will go for two straight when he starts the finale of a three-game home series against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday afternoon.

Flaherty (1-7, 5.31 ERA) hadn't been credited with a victory since last Sept. 10 until he pitched five scoreless inning

Orioles' Shane Baz puts unblemished mark on line vs. Blue Jays

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:25:08 GMT

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Baltimore Orioles right-hander Shane Baz is undefeated against the host Toronto Blue Jays and hopes to maintain that Sunday afternoon in the rubber match of a three-game series.

Baz (3-5, 4.29 ERA), who was traded from the Tampa Bay Rays to Baltimore in December, has posted a 4-0 mark with a 2.23 ERA in six career starts against the Blue Jays. His team is 6-0 in thos

MLB roundup: Nine-run first propels Dodgers to another win over Angels

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:40:35 GMT

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Andy Pages and Shohei Ohtani each hit two-run home runs in a nine-run first inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers stayed perfect against the visiting Los Angeles Angels this season with an easy 9-2 victory on Saturday.

Ryan Ward added a two-run double in the opening inning while a single from Alex Freeland and a throwing error from Angels shortstop Zach Neto cleared t

Rangers place C Danny Jansen (forearm) on 10-day injured list

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 02:40:37 GMT

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The Texas Rangers placed veteran catcher Danny Jansen on the 10-day injured list on Saturday because of a right forearm strain.

The move was retroactive to Wednesday. In a corresponding move, the Rangers signed another seasoned catcher, Elias Diaz, to a major league contract.

Jansen, 31, said he felt the strain during a start on Monday when Texas edged host St.

Yordan Alvarez's slam powers Astros to big win over A's

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:40:31 GMT

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Yordan Alvarez clubbed his fifth career grand slam as the Houston Astros pounded the visiting Athletics 13-2 on Saturday to win the three-game series between American League West rivals.

The Astros socked three home runs off Athletics right-hander Kade Morris (0-1), who endured a forgettable major league debut. LaMonte Wade Jr. and Jose Altuve also hit homers off Mor

Javier Sanoja leads Marlins past Rays

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:55:09 GMT

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Javier Sanoja was 3-for-4 with a homer and two RBIs as the host Miami Marlins knotted their three-game series with the American League East-leading Tampa Bay Rays in a 4-3 win on Saturday afternoon.

Otto Lopez notched two hits, and Esteury Ruiz scored a run, walked three times, stole a base and was hit by a pitch.

In a bullpen game, the Marlins led with Lake Bac

Rays moving struggling LHP Steven Matz to bullpen

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:55:11 GMT

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Struggling Rays left-handed pitcher Steven Matz will be removed from the rotation and sent to the bullpen, Tampa Bay announced Saturday.

Matz's ERA climbed to 5.48 after two poor outings, including Tuesday's 8-0 loss to the Detroit Tigers in which he allowed five runs and six hits, including two home runs, in 1 2/3 innings.

He gave up six runs on seven h

At no cost, Central Florida families learn STEM together

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:24:57 GMT

A Central Florida program is helping Latino students and their families explore careers in STEM and health care in both English and Spanish during summer vacation.

Yashira Valentin Feliciano, STEM program manager for the Hispanic Access Foundation, said the effort gives famil

Child well-being stagnates in Florida as economic struggles persist

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:06:40 GMT

Florida’s child well-being ranking has remained largely unchanged for years and researchers said the state needs to invest more in programs to help children and families meet basic needs.

The 2026 Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation has ranked Florida similarly i

European leaders back Zelensky's call for direct Russia talks

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:01:08 GMT

UkrainianPresident Volodymyr Zelenskyreceived the backing of the leaders of the UK,Franceand Germany in calling fordirect ceasefire talksbetweenRussia and Ukraine, according to a joint statement issued following defence talks in London on Sunday.

Zelensky met with British Prime MinisterKeir Starmer, French PresidentEmmanuel Macronand German ChancellorFriedrich Merzat 10 Downing Street for talks asRussia's warhas

Eastward energy shift at St. Petersburg Forum

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:35:11 GMT

People walk past flags with the logo of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) installed in the Palace Square, in St. Petersburg, Russia, June 2, 2026. /CFP

Editor's note: Nikola Mikovic, a special commentator for CGTN, is a freelance journalist in Serbia, covering mostly Russian, Ukrainian and Belarusian foreign policy issues. The article reflects the autho

Inbox: That's part of the beauty of this sport

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Micah Parsons is real in everything he says and everything he does
Wes Hodkiewicz
Steve from Phoenix, AZ
I think it's a little spurious for Mike Florio to write an article claiming that the Green Bay Packers organization expressed their official position on the Sports Broadcasting Act based on Wes's thoughtful answer to a reader on a fan engagement page. That's all I have to say about that.

Quenton Nelson is now the veteran that young players look up to

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:21 GMT

Nelson was drafted in the first round by the Colts in 2018. The three-time AP First Team All-Pro guard is now a locker room leader, especially on the offensive line.
Abby Halpin
When Quenton Nelson first arrived in Indianapolis as a rookie in 2018, he had veteran left tackle Anthony Castonzo to help him navigate his first year.
"I remember looking towards the older guys, seeing the beard and grey ha

2026 Opponent Preview: Minnesota Vikings, Week 3

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Vikings offense in 2025 was limited by quarterback injuries and ineffectiveness but the team now has a competition at that position plus an already-strong defense that got major reinforcements in the draft
Scott Smith
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will conduct their final OTA practice on Thursday, leaving only next week's mandatory minicamp on the offseason program schedule. While the focus to this point h

Bucs Dinged One OTA Practice by League Office | Updates

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:40:00 GMT

Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout the 2026 Offseason
Scott Smith
June 11 Updates
The Buccaneers are in the final stretch of their scheduled "organized team activity" days, or OTAs, but the week hasn't played out exactly as originally planned.
The Bucs' initial schedule for their maximum-allowed number of 10 OTA practices called for the final

Eagles sign DE A.J. Epenesa, G Michael Jordan

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:37:35 GMT

The team adds veteran depth along the trenches at the conclusion of the team's minicamp.
PhiladelphiaEagles.com
The Eagles have signed defensive end A.J. Epenesa and guard Michael Jordan. Linebackers Chandler Martin and Isiah King have been waived in corresponding roster moves.
Epenesa was drafted by the Bills in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Iowa, accumulating 24 sacks, 135 tackles,

OTAs Blog: Meet the newcomers

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:45:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyWednesday, June 10Meet the newcomers:The Steelers held their annual rookie luncheon on Wednesday at Acrisure Stadium, an opportunity for the team to introduce the rookies to the Pittsburgh community.The rookie class was on hand, including draft picks and undrafted players, as well as Coach Mike McCarthy.Defensive tackle Derrick Harmon was recognized during the luncheon as the Steelers 2025 recipient of the Jo

On the Rise in 2026 | S.S. Mailbag

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

In our latest mailbag, Bucs fans have questions about areas of likely team improvement this season, Emeka Egbuka's prospects in 2026, standout UDFAs and more
Scott Smith
As of this writing, Rueben Bain Jr. is a co-favorite with the New York Jets' David Bailey to win the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award in 2026. It's not hard to connect the dots on why that national sentiment exists.
First and

Inbox: That will boost the collective

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

The more that happens, the higher this teams floor rises
Mike Spofford
Lori from Winona, MN
"The thing everyone seems to forget with technological advancement and the rise of artificial intelligence is you still need source material. Information just doesn't appear out of thin air." Thank you. Without research, there is no knowledge.
So let's do some.
Jerry from Rockford

2026 Opponent Preview: Cleveland Browns, Week 2

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Browns have a quarterback competition and a completely revamped offensive line to sort through but also have a new head coach, the NFL's reigning Defensive Player of the Year and an array of young skill-position talent
Scott Smith
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in the middle of their three-day mandatory minicamp, annually the final step in their offseason workout program. While the focus now is on playb

Updates: Downs already competing with Dak

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:31:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
June 9
Caleb Downs#13 DBHeight: 6-0Weight: 206 lbsCollege: Ohio State
5:00 p.m. --As Cowboys first-round pick Caleb Downs goes through his first NFL offseason, he's getting to do so by competing against some of the top offensive talent in the NFL, which he believes only benefits him more.
"I think it's a tremendous blessing for me just to be able to speed up my grow

5 Conclusiones de Mike Evans Tras los OTAs de los 49ers

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:54:38 GMT

Brooke Evans
Los San Francisco 49ers sorprendieron a todos cuando firmaron al receptor veteranoMike Evansa un contrato por tres aos en marzo. Tras pasar sus primeras 12 temporadas en la NFL con los Tampa Bay Buccaneers, el seis veces llamado al Pro Bowl lleg a La Baha con una de las carreras ms exitosas en la liga, incluyendo 11 temporadas consecutivas con ms de 1,000 yardas por recepcin y un ttulo de Super Bowl.

OTAs Blog: Taking his reps

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyTuesday, June 9Taking his reps:Coach Mike McCarthy made it clear on Tuesday that the final Steelers OTA practices were a perfect opportunity for young players to get plenty of reps."I think the big thing for us this week is really the distribution of the reps," said McCarthy. "We're in a really good spot as far as what we've been able to accomplish with the football team, so we're really trying to get as many

Chicago Bears announce 2026 Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellows

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:14:07 GMT

Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears have announced their 2026 Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching fellows. The Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship program's objective is to use NFL club's preparations in advance of the regular season to give opportunities to observe, participate and gain experience, with the ultimate goal of earning a full-time NFL coaching position.
The four coaches joining the Bears' staff inc

2026 Opponent Preview: Cincinnati Bengals, Week 1

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Cincinnati overhauled its defense during the 2026 offseason and with the core trio of Joe Burrow-Ja'Marr Chase-Tee Higgins should have a very high ceiling on offense
Scott Smith
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers began their three-day mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, annually the final step in their offseason workout program. While the focus now is on playbook installation and getting all 91 players on the same page

5 Takeaways from Mike Evans Following 49ers OTAs

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:03:09 GMT

Brooke Evans
The San Francisco 49ers made waves this offseason when they signed veteran wide receiverMike Evansto a three-year deal in March. After spending the first 12 seasons of his NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the six-time Pro Bowler arrived in The Bay with one of the league's most accomplished resumes, including 11 consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons and a Super Bowl title.
Three mont

Updates: Booker sees how 'less is more' in Year 2

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:15:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
June 8
3:21 p.m.A year ago, Tyler Booker was trying to learn the entire playbook and all the terminology as he went through his first NFL offseason and OTA practices. But 12 months later might feel like light years to the second-year guard.
This offseason, Booker said he's not thinking as much, which is in this case, is a good thing.
"I'm so much more confide

Updates: Schotty on Thompson, Hennessy injuries

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:15:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
June 9
Jalen Thompson#34 SHeight: 5-11Weight: 190 lbsCollege: Washington State
12:00 p.m. --Last Thursday during the Cowboys' first OTAs practice open to the media, new safety Jalen Thompson was working with director of rehabilitation Britt Brown alongside DaRon Bland.
On Tuesday, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said Thompson is dealing with a "minor" pec st

Falcons sign Drake London to contract extension

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:31:56 GMT

Atlanta locks in one of the leagues top receivers through the 2030 season.
Tori McElhaney
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. Drake London has officially signed a four-year contract extension to remain with the Atlanta Falcons through the 2030 season.
Ian Rapoport of NFL Networkwas the first to report the news on Tuesday, June 2.According to ESPN's Adam Schefter,the deal is a $141 million extension worth up to $150

England vice-captain Rice 'good as gold' despite sunburn

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:50:53 GMT

NEW YORK, June 11 (Xinhua) -- England midfielder Declan Rice admitted he was in trouble after helping his side to a 3-0 win over Costa Rica in a World Cup preparation match on Wednesday, but said the criticism came not from coach Thomas Tuchel but from his mother.
England vice-captain Rice played around an hour and scored the opening goal as his side impressed in Orlando, but the pre-game photographs made clear

1st LD Writethru: U.S. launches new round of attacks on Iran: Central Command

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:45:21 GMT

WASHINGTON, June 10 (Xinhua) -- U.S. forces on Wednesday launched a new wave of strikes against multiple targets in Iran, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said on X.
The strikes are "self-defense" measures "in response to Iran's unwarranted and continued aggression," CENTCOM said.
"We will hit them hard on our terms, on the targets that improve the environment for us to operate in, and undermine the cap

Bill Gates tells U.S. Congress Epstein tried to blackmail him over extramarital affairs

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:15:18 GMT

WASHINGTON, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates told U.S. Congress on Wednesday that his extramarital affairs "had nothing to do" with his interactions with Jeffrey Epstein and the late financier tried to blackmail him with information about them.
"Based on what has been released in the files, Epstein was working to use information about my infidelities -- in addition to many lies that he layered

Russia's cross-border electricity trade to remain flat in 2026

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:45:34 GMT

MOSCOW, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Russia's electricity exports and imports are expected to remain at around 10 billion kWh in 2026, roughly unchanged from the previous year, Sergey Dregval, CEO of Russian power company Inter RAO, said Tuesday at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
"Kazakhstan and Mongolia will remain the main export destinations, along with deliveries to southern markets, primarily Georgia

NASA unveils 4-person crew for Artemis III mission

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:45:39 GMT

LOS ANGELES, June 9 (Xinhua) -- NASA unveiled the four-person crew for its Artemis III mission on Tuesday, consisting of three American astronauts and one Italian astronaut.
The crew includes NASA astronauts Randy Bresnik, who will serve as commander, Andre Douglas and Frank Rubio, who will serve as mission specialists, and European Space Agency astronaut Luca Parmitano, who will serve as pilot.
Another N

England defender Spence to wear brace at World Cup after suffering broken jaw

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:45:34 GMT

NEW YORK, June 9 (Xinhua) -- England defender Djed Spence is set to play the entire FIFA World Cup with a brace to protect a broken jaw.
The Tottenham Hotspur full-back was a slight surprise in Thomas Tuchel's squad and even more so after suffering his injury.
Speaking to the Guardian, Spence said it was a "crazy" challenge, but said he never worried too much about the injury.
"I didn't really thin

Home insurance and the unraveling of Florida communities

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:48:42 GMT

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While visiting family in St. Petersburg, Florida, in November 2024, I found myself walking down a quiet residential street in Shore Acres, a low-lying, bayfront neighborhood not far from where I grew up.
Two months earlier, Hur

Roundup: Experts draw inspiration for Eurasia from China's governance under Xi's leadership

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:15:10 GMT

ST. PETERSBURG, June 7 (Xinhua) -- The Russian edition of the first volume of "China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership" has received a warm response from representatives of media organizations, think tanks, and government institutions across Eurasia.
The book was officially launched at a ceremony on Wednesday in St. Petersburg, attended by around 100 representatives from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, and o

Bakersfield hostage siege- Why the FBI flew in its elite Hostage Rescue Team

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:11:07 GMT
Bakersfield hostage siege- Why the FBI flew in its elite Hostage Rescue Team

$700M in COPS grants open for police agenices

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:10:23 GMT
$700M in COPS grants open for police agenices

Fort Worth city settles with police captain for $1M in harassment, retaliation suit

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:09:57 GMT
Fort Worth city settles with police captain for $1M in harassment, retaliation suit

Bethlehem cop Sean Reifel on 'Love Island USA' criticized by mayor

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:08:19 GMT
Bethlehem cop Sean Reifel on 'Love Island USA' criticized by mayor

Carrollton officer dies nearly a year after being struck by vehicle while directing traffic

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:08:05 GMT
Carrollton officer dies nearly a year after being struck by vehicle while directing traffic

Lawrence officer severely injured after being dragged 2 blocks by suspect

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:07:35 GMT
Lawrence officer severely injured after being dragged 2 blocks by suspect

Atlantic City officer continues ICU recovery after being wounded in shootout with suspect

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:06:59 GMT
Atlantic City officer continues ICU recovery after being wounded in shootout with suspect

Bodycam shows suspect fleeing Louisiana officers attacked by alligator

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:06:33 GMT
Bodycam shows suspect fleeing Louisiana officers attacked by alligator

Video- Jacksonville officer stops driver barreling through Ironman race zone

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:05:21 GMT
Video- Jacksonville officer stops driver barreling through Ironman race zone

Former Warren officer acquitted of manslaughter in fatal pursuit crash

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:04:59 GMT
Former Warren officer acquitted of manslaughter in fatal pursuit crash

TrueAllele Reliability Upheld in Over 50 Admissibility Challenges

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:04:57 GMT
TrueAllele Reliability Upheld in Over 50 Admissibility Challenges

Wilson opts to turn on parts of Seattle's security camera network ahead of World Cup

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:04:50 GMT
Wilson opts to turn on parts of Seattle's security camera network ahead of World Cup

Video- Boy ejected from vehicle crash nearly lands on Gwinnett County police cruiser

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:04:44 GMT
Video- Boy ejected from vehicle crash nearly lands on Gwinnett County police cruiser

Video- Suspect in out-of-control vehicle shoots through Missouri trooper's window

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:04:36 GMT
Video- Suspect in out-of-control vehicle shoots through Missouri trooper's window