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Private equity eyes pizza chains as sales talks gain pace

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:32:31 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: Two of the largest names in the U.S. pizza market are moving closer to potential sales, as mounting cost pressures and slowing demand push owners to explore new ownership structures.

Papa John's International and Pizza Hut, owned by Yum Brands, are in separate negotiations that could result in both chains changing hands, according to people familiar wi

Convenience giant 7-Eleven to close more stores than it opens

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:30:54 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: 7-Eleven is set to significantly shrink its North American footprint this year, planning to close far more stores than it opens as shifting consumer demand and rising costs weigh on performance.

The convenience store chain's parent, Japan-based Seven & i Holdings, said in recent earnings filings that its North American operator expects to shut 645

Carson Kelly's pinch-hit homer propels Cubs over hapless Mets

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:19:05 GMT

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Carson Kelly hit a tie-breaking three-run pinch-hit home run in the sixth inning Saturday afternoon for the host Chicago Cubs, who beat the skidding New York Mets 4-2.

The pinch-hit homer was the second of Kelly's career and his first since Aug. 25, 2021, when he went deep for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Pittsburgh Pirates' Anthony Banda.

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CF Montreal wins first game under Philippe Eullaffroy, beat Red Bulls

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:05:11 GMT

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Prince Owusu recorded a goal and three assists as CF Montreal bested the visiting New York Red Bulls 4-1 in the home side's first match under interim head coach Philippe Eullaffroy.

Owusu scored his fifth goal of the season, as Montreal (2-6-0, 6 points) claimed their 100th win all-time at Stade Saputo.

Montreal strode past the visitors' backline with relative e

Cody Bellinger homers twice, as Yankees eclipse Royals

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:40:23 GMT

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Cody Bellinger homered twice and collected five RBIs Saturday afternoon, and the New York Yankees easily recorded a 13-4 victory over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Saturday afternoon.

The Yankees notched their most lopsided win this season after their previous five victories were decided in the final at-bat.

Amed Rosario hit a two-run homer, and Ben Rice h

'Underappreciated' Pistons open playoffs against Magic

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:25:06 GMT

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The Detroit Pistons had the best record in the Eastern Conference for most of the season. They ride into the playoffs as the conference's top seed after winning 60 games.

There's still plenty of doubt whether the Pistons can live up to that status. Boston, with star forward Jayson Tatum back in action after recovering from an Achilles injury, is favored to reach the F

Avs to put 'dangerous' offense up against upset-minded Kings

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:19:06 GMT

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The Colorado Avalanche are prohibitive favorites in their first round Western Conference Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Los Angeles Kings, which begins with Game 1 on Sunday at Denver.

The Avalanche (55-16-11, 121 points) won the Presidents' Trophy as the team with the best regular-season record. They also led all teams with 302 goals and have a gallery of sta

NHL Draft Lottery set for May 5

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:19:10 GMT

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The 2026 NHL Draft Lottery will be held May 5 at NHL Network's studio in Secaucus, N.J.

The league said Saturday that the lottery will be broadcast live on ESPN, Sportsnet and TVA Sports. The time has yet to be announced.

The lottery will begin with the determination of the No. 1 pick, followed by revealing the No. 2 selection. Lottery teams are defined as the 16

Thunder open NBA playoffs as heavy favorites to repeat

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:05:04 GMT

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are overwhelming favorites to repeat as NBA champions.

Led by reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder are listed at +110 to win the NBA Finals per DraftKings and +115 per BetMGM.

Oklahoma City finished the regular season with an NBA-best 64-18 record.

The Victor Wembanyama-led San Antonio Spurs (DraftKings: +5

NFL not reviewing Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini situation

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:55:14 GMT

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An NFL spokesperson told ESPN that the league is not reviewing Mike Vrabel following the publication of photos of the New England Patriots coach with journalist Dianna Russini.

The league's personal conduct policy requires players, coaches and executives to avoid 'conduct detrimental to the integrity of and public confidence in the National Football League.'

Raptors G Immanuel Quickley out for Game 1 vs. Cavaliers

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:40:35 GMT

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Toronto Raptors point guard Immanuel Quickley will sit out Game 1 of the Eastern Conference first-round series versus the host Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday afternoon due to a strained right hamstring, head coach Darko Rajakovic announced.

Quickley exited Toronto's regular-season finale against the Brooklyn Nets on Monday after logging just 17 minutes of play

Mets place DH Jorge Polanco (wrist) on injured list

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:40:38 GMT

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The New York Mets placed designated hitter/first baseman Jorge Polanco on the 10-day injured list on Saturday due to a right wrist contusion.

The move is retroactive to Wednesday for Polanco, who already had been dealing with inflammation in his left Achilles since the start of the season.

The wrist injury came to light after Polanco went 0-for-4 with two s

NFL not reviewing Mike Vrabel-Diana Russini situation

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:19:05 GMT

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An NFL spokesperson told ESPN that the league is not reviewing Mike Vrabel following the publication of photos of the New England Patriots coach with journalist Diana Russini.

The league's personal conduct policy requires players, coaches and executives to avoid 'conduct detrimental to the integrity of and public confidence in the National Football League.'

With Yainer Diaz struggling, Astros aim to even series vs. Cards

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:19:12 GMT

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Houston catcher Yainer Diaz was absent from the starting lineup on Friday when the Astros lost 9-4 to the visiting St. Louis Cardinals in the opener of a three-game interleague series.

While the Astros have enjoyed success offensively this season, leading the American League in several categories, Diaz has labored. He is batting .094, with an on-base percentage of

Pirates turn to ace Paul Skenes against Rays

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:19:13 GMT

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A day after he was presented his 2025 National League Cy Young Award, Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes will be on the mound to face the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday afternoon.

Skenes (3-1, 4.00 ERA), who will oppose fellow right-hander Drew Rasmussen (1-0, 1.13) on Saturday, was presented the award by 1990 Cy Young winner and former Pirates ace Doug Dra

Cubs aim to extend offensive surge at expense of skidding Mets

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:55:07 GMT

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The Chicago Cubs have a chance Saturday to do something they have achieved only twice since 1900.

The New York Mets can only hope they don't inch closer to yet another bit of ignoble history.

The Cubs will look to remain red-hot Saturday afternoon when they host the free-falling Mets in the middle contest of a three-game series.

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Yankees bring knack for late heroics into rematch with Royals

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:19:05 GMT

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In their past five wins, the New York Yankees experienced jubilation in their dugout during their final at-bat.

The Yankees hope to experience more good feelings but secure a win even earlier when they host the Kansas City Royals on Saturday afternoon.

New York is 4-8 over its past 12 games after winning seven of its first eight. The last of the victorie

RX Launches WTM Spotlight India to Shape the Next Phase of Global Travel Growth

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:32:52 GMT

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New Delhi [India], April 18: Global leader in events and exhibitions, RX, has announced the launch of WTM Spotlight India, a new, high-level B2B marketplace designed to connect global travel suppliers with India's rapidly expanding international travel market.

Taking place from 2-4 March 2027 at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi, the inaugu

Explainer: What to know about Strait of Hormuz reopening?

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:15:25 GMT

Iran has specified three conditions for the vessels' passage: the vessels must be commercial and not military, unaffiliated with hostile countries, and follow Iran-determined routes with prior coordination with Iranian authorities, according to the source.

TEHRAN, April 18 (Xinhua) -- Although the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for the world's oil supply, has been declared fully open for comm

MLB roundup: Mourning Angels produce shutout, end Padres' win streak

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:19:12 GMT

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Yoan Moncada and Josh Lowe homered as the Los Angeles Angels, only hours after announcing the death of franchise icon Garret Anderson, snapped San Diego's eight-game winning streak with an 8-0 victory on Friday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Angels starter Jose Soriano (5-0) allowed two hits over 5 2/3 innings. He walked four and struck out eight, lowering major-league-l

Ryan McMahon unlikely hero as Yankees edge Royals

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:55:18 GMT

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Ryan McMahon hit a tiebreaking two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and the New York Yankees earned a 4-2 victory over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Friday night.

After not starting the game, McMahon entered at third base for Amed Rosario. Ben Rice kept the inning going with a two-out single, and McMahon snapped a 2-2 tie by sending a 2-1 changeup

Ryan McMahon the unlikely hero as Yankees edge Royals

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:05:22 GMT

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Ryan McMahon hit a tiebreaking two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and the New York Yankees earned a 4-2 victory over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Friday night.

After not starting the game, McMahon entered at third base for Amed Rosario. Ben Rice kept the inning going with a two-out single, and McMahon snapped a 2-2 tie by sending a 2-1 changeup

Surging Flyers, Sidney Crosby-led Pens bring rivalry back to playoffs

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:55:08 GMT

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For the first time in eight seasons and the eighth time overall, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers will meet in the Stanley Cup playoffs, with the opening game of their first-round series taking place Saturday night in Pittsburgh.

The latest chapter of the Battle of Pennsylvania features a couple teams ending lengthy postseason droughts. The Pengui

Talles Magno awaiting NYCFC second act as Charlotte FC visit

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:55:13 GMT

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Is dynamic offensive threat Talles Magno finally ready to pay dividends in his second stint with New York City FC?

That question may be answered when NYCFC (3-2-2, 11 points) play host to Charlotte FC (3-2-2, 11 points) on Saturday at Citi Field in a matchup of teams part of the four-way fourth-place logjam in the Eastern Conference.

Magno first made noise as a

Knicks begin championship-or-bust playoff run vs. upstart Hawks

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:40:24 GMT

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The New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks each were Cinderella stories the last time they opposed each other in the NBA playoffs.

Only the Hawks qualify for that moniker this time around.

The Knicks will begin a championship-or-bust pursuit when they host the Hawks in the first game of a best-of-seven Eastern Conference first-round series Saturday night.

The

Cubs crack double digits again; Mets tumble to 9th straight loss

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:19:17 GMT

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Moises Ballesteros hit a three-run homer to cap a four-run first inning for the host Chicago Cubs, who continued surging Friday afternoon with a 12-4 win over the free-falling New York Mets.

The Cubs have scored at least 10 runs in each of their last three games, all victories -- the longest streak for the club since Sept. 13-15, 2019.

The Mets have lost

Rapids seek to spoil debut of Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:05:12 GMT

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The surging Colorado Rapids host an Inter Miami side in flux on Saturday in Commerce City, Colo.

The Rapids (4-3-0, 12 points) posted a 6-2 home rout of the Houston Dynamo last Saturday. Rafael Navarro and Kosi Thompson each scored a brace and Josh Atencio also scored for Colorado. The Rapids also added an own goal from Houston in the first minute of second-half stopp

Yankees RHP Gerrit Cole (elbow) set to begin rehab assignment

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:25:13 GMT

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The New York Yankees sent Gerrit Cole on a minor league rehab assignment Friday as the right-hander closes in on his first major league appearance since Game 5 of the 2024 World Series.

Cole, 35, underwent Tommy John surgery in March of 2025 after experiencing elbow discomfort early in spring training. He spent time on the injured list in 2024 with elbow discomfo

FIFA president defends World Cup prices in 'very special' U.S. market

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:19:10 GMT

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended high ticket prices for this year's World Cup in North America by saying on Friday that the event, which captivates the globe, is the organization's only source of income every four years.

Speaking at Semafor's annual world economy summit in New York, Infantino also reiterated that FIFA is a non-profit organization that has 211

Liberty re-sign Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:05:03 GMT

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New York Liberty stars Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones signed contracts for the 2026 season, the team announced on Friday.

Financial terms were not disclosed by the team.

'This is an incredibly historic moment for the New York Liberty franchise,' Liberty general manager Jonathan Kolb said. 'Re-signing Breanna, Jonquel and Sabrina reflects th

Montreal opens new chapter against visiting Red Bulls

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:40:27 GMT

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CF Montreal will be under new leadership against the visiting New York Red Bulls on Saturday afternoon.

Montreal (1-6-0, 3 points) parted ways with head coach Marco Donadel after dropping its home opener 2-1 to the Philadelphia Union last weekend. After just over a year in charge, Donadel boasted the worst win percentage of any of the 11 managers in the club's history

Stars D Nils Lundkvist signs 2-year, $3.5M extension

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:40:36 GMT

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Dallas Stars defenseman Nils Lundkvist signed a two-year, $3.5 million contract extension, the team announced Friday.

The deal runs through 2027-28 and adds to a big week for the 25-year-old Swede, who announced the birth of his first child -- a son -- on Tuesday and whose team opens the playoffs on Saturday at home against the Minnesota Wild.

'We're excited t

Padres' sale to Chelsea owner on deck for record $3.9 billion

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:05:12 GMT

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A contentious two-year process to sell the San Diego Padres could cross the finish line with Chelsea owner Jose E. Feliciano reportedly placing a winning bid to purchase the team for a record $3.9 billion.

According to multiple reports, the framework of the agreement has been agreed to and the transaction only needs the approval of 75 percent of MLB owners to for

WR Zay Flowers blames ex-coach for Ravens' injury issues

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:25:11 GMT

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Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers theorized the cause of injury issues in Baltimore was former coach John Harbaugh's demanding practice schedule.

Flowers said on the podcast '4th and South' the Ravens were in 'full pads all the time' and didn't have ample time for recovery and treatment of injuries. Harbaugh was fired at the end of the 2025 regular season after 19 ye

Why Hopes That China Can Push Iran Toward Peace May Be Misplaced

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:38:43 GMT

When China's special envoy to the Middle East recently gave a colorful account of a dangerous overland journey through a war zone, it was a departure from the bland language and boilerplate peace plans often used by the country's diplomats.

"Airspace closures in some of the countries we visited led to flight cancellations, forcing us to travel by car. Along the way, we heard air raid sirens and witnessed missile

D-backs' Michael Soroka, riding hot streak, turns focus to Blue Jays

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:19:06 GMT

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The Arizona Diamondbacks will return home as one of the hottest teams in baseball, set to open a three-game series with the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night in Phoenix.

Since a 9-6 win over the Detroit Tigers on March 30, the Diamondbacks have won 11 times. Only the San Diego Padres (12) have won more in that stretch. Arizona completed a 6-3 road trip by winning a

Red-hot Padres strive to subdue Mike Trout, Angels

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:40:32 GMT

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The San Diego Padres will take the majors' longest winning streak into Anaheim, Calif., on Friday night when they open a three-game series against hot-hitting Mike Trout, major league ERA leader Jose Soriano and the Los Angeles Angels.

The Padres extended their winning streak to eight games with a 5-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Thursday before departing o

White Sox eager to halt woes in opener of road trip vs. A's

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:19:13 GMT

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The Chicago White Sox possess the worst record in the majors as they head out on a six-game road trip.

The first three games will be against the Athletics, beginning Friday night in West Sacramento, Calif.

Chicago has won just six of 19 games this season and has dropped eight of its past 10. The trip will conclude with three games against the Arizona Diam

Yankees pitchers need to keep ball in yard vs. Royals

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:40:48 GMT

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The New York Yankees encountered warmer weather and trouble preventing pitches from leaving their home ballpark during their last series.

After allowing 13 homers in their previous four games, the Yankees hope to make better pitches Friday night when they host the Kansas City Royals in the opener of a three-game series.

The Yankees allowed three homers through

Yankees pitchers need to limit homers as Royals visit

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:40:42 GMT

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The New York Yankees encountered warmer weather and trouble preventing pitches from leaving their home ballpark during their last series.

After allowing 13 homers in their previous four games, the Yankees hope to make better pitches Friday night when they host the Kansas City Royals in the opener of a three-game series.

The Yankees allowed three homers through

Oddsmakers favor Presidents' Trophy-winning Avs to win Stanley Cup

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:40:37 GMT

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The Colorado Avalanche, out to end the miserable postseason history for Presidents' Trophy winners, are the unanimous favorite to lift the Stanley Cup with the playoffs about to start.

The regular season concluded Thursday night, and the final two first-round playoff matchups were confirmed.

The Edmonton Oilers routed the Vancouver Canucks 6-1 and claimed second

Seeking 7th straight win, Rays send Nick Martinez vs. Pirates

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:05:07 GMT

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In a battle of teams off to strong starts, the Tampa Bay Rays will carry a six-game winning streak into the opener of an interleague three-game set against the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday.

Veteran right-hander Nick Martinez (0-0, 2.16 ERA) will try to extend the Rays' winning surge to seven in a row when they face the improved Pirates and rookie right-hande

LIV CEO claims 'business as usual' amid reports of demise

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:40:23 GMT

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LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil admitted the nascent golf league's finances are 'managed very tightly' and said structural changes are on the way, but he remained adamant Thursday that the league will not fold.

O'Neil was interviewed by LIV employees on the TV broadcast of the first round of LIV Golf Mexico City, a day after the Financial Times reported th

Whitecaps out to continue hot start against lowly Sporting KC

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:19:04 GMT

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The Vancouver Whitecaps will try to build on one of the best seven-game starts in MLS history on Friday night when they host a Sporting Kansas City side coming off one of its most concerning performances.

Vancouver (6-1-0, 18 points) earned a 2-0 victory over visiting New York City FC last Saturday to improve its impressive early record, aided by an unbalanced schedu

Mike Trout hits 5th HR of series as Angels roll past Yankees

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:19:06 GMT

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Mike Trout homered for the fourth straight game to cap a monster series at Yankee Stadium and help the Los Angeles Angels pull away for a 11-4 victory over the New York Yankees on Thursday afternoon.

Trout hit five homers in the four-game series and gave Los Angeles a 7-4 lead when he crushed a 2-2 changeup from Angel Chivilli into the left field bleachers.

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Offenses for Mets, Cubs trending in opposite directions entering series

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:40:34 GMT

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The New York Mets are mired in their worst offensive slump in almost a decade -- just in time to meet the Chicago Cubs, who are in the midst of a much-needed lineup revival.

The Mets will look to snap a lengthy skid Friday afternoon when they visit the Cubs in the opener of a three-game series between the longtime National League rivals.

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Report: Impersonator posed as NFL players to secure loans

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:55:25 GMT

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A former Alabama football player impersonated three NFL players to take out millions of dollars of loans in their names, federal prosecutors contend.

Luther Davis, who played for the Crimson Tide from 2007-10. has been charged with wire fraud and identity theft after he allegedly created false documents and wore wigs to convince lenders that he was one of the players

Blue Jackets coach Rick Bowness agrees to extension

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:55:13 GMT

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Rick Bowness agreed to a contract extension to return as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2026-27, the team announced Thursday.

Bowness, 71, replaced Dean Evason on Jan. 12 and guided Columbus to a 21-11-5 record.

'Rick has done an outstanding job since his arrival and it was obvious to all of us that he is the right person to lead our club as head co

Ravens giddy over potential options with No. 14 pick

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:25:16 GMT

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Eric DeCosta and the Ravens are feeling a renewed sense of excitement around their second life with the No. 14 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The first-rounder was part of the agreement in place with the Raiders that would've sent pass rusher Maxx Crosby to Baltimore and the 14th pick to Las Vegas in a multi-pick trade voided by DeCosta. The Ravens cited concerns

Report: Rick Bowness agrees to extension with Blue Jackets

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:05:14 GMT

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Rick Bowness has agreed to a contract extension to remain as the head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, TSN reported Thursday morning.

The Blue Jackets scheduled a news conference for Thursday afternoon with general manager Don Waddell and Bowness.

TSN's report comes two days after Bowness blasted his own team after it missed out on the playoffs following a 2

Tigers' Justin Verlander: Recovery 'slower than expected'

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:05:09 GMT

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Detroit Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander's recovery from a hip injury is 'going a little slower' than anticipated, manager A.J. Hinch said Thursday.

Verlander, 43, landed on the 15-day injured list on April 5 with left hip inflammation. The three-time Cy Young Award winner pitched a bullpen session on Wednesday.

'I think he's doing OK. I don't think he's n

Capitals star Alex Ovechkin 'pretty sure' he will play again

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:19:06 GMT

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Alex Ovechkin told reporters Thursday morning that he's 'pretty sure' he will return for a 22nd NHL season.

The NHL's all-time leading goal scorer addressed his playing future as his Washington Capitals teammates cleaned out their lockers. The team failed to qualify for the postseason.

Ovechkin, who will turn 41 before the start of next season, concluded playin

Nationals re-acquire LHP Richard Lovelady from Mets

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:40:39 GMT

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The Washington Nationals re-acquired left-handed reliever Richard Lovelady from the New York Mets on Thursday in exchange for cash considerations.

Last month, the Mets acquired Lovelady off waivers from the Nationals.

Also on Thursday, Washington transferred left-hander Ken Waldichuk to the 60-day injured list to make room on the roster for Lovelady.

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Dodgers spent record-shattering $515M in 2025

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:19:12 GMT

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The Los Angeles Dodgers shattered a league record by spending more than half a billion dollars in 2025, according to a report Thursday from The Associated Press.

The World Series champions' total of nearly $515 million eclipsed the previous Major League Baseball high of $430.4 million by the New York Mets in 2024.

The total includes a payroll of $345.3 mi

Shea Langeliers, A's flexing muscles ahead of series finale vs. Rangers

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:40:26 GMT

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Shea Langeliers owns the longest home run in the majors this season, and the two-run blast helped the Athletics take sole possession of first place in the American League West for the first time in nearly five years.

The catcher's 467-foot shot in Wednesday's 6-5 win was the highlight of the Athletics' seventh victory in eight games. The A's now wil look to beat the T

Jays' Patrick Corbin, Brewers' Brandon Sproat on hunt for first win

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:55:11 GMT

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The visiting Toronto Blue Jays and the Milwaukee Brewers each will start a pitcher seeking his first victory with a new team on Thursday in the rubber match of the three-game series.

Left-hander Patrick Corbin (0-0, 9.00 ERA) gets the nod for the Blue Jays, while Milwaukee counters with right-hander Brandon Sproat (0-1, 10.45).

The Brewers evened the series wi

FIFA responds to NJ governor request for financial help with fan transport

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:55:07 GMT

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With public transit costs for getting to and from World Cup games repeatedly reaching or exceeding $100 each way, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is asking FIFA to help subsidize the expense.

According to The Athletic, train tickets from New York's Penn Station to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., will top $100 f

Angels' Mike Trout, Yankees' Aaron Judge look for encores in finale

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:40:25 GMT

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Mike Trout is enjoying a memorable power display at Yankee Stadium for the Los Angeles Angels.

Jose Caballero is enjoying a memorable series in the late innings for the New York Yankees.

Both players are making their managers appreciative as the teams head into the finale of a four-game series on Thursday afternoon. The Yankees have won two of three thus far.

NYU Abu Dhabi study explores use of marri nut for safer materials

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:30:36 GMT

ABU DHABI, 16th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Researchers at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) have identified the structural properties of the marri nut that could inspire the development of stronger and safer materials for protective applications.

The study, published in Advanced Science, found that the nut's exceptional toughness is due to its layered internal structure, which combines a hard outer shell with a sof

Reds ride Sal Stewart's power surge into finale vs. Giants

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:55:13 GMT

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Frustration is setting in for the San Francisco Giants, who will look to avoid being swept in a three-game series on Thursday afternoon when they face the host Cincinnati Reds.

The Giants dropped their fourth straight game on Wednesday, losing 8-3 in another quiet night at the plate. San Francisco has been outscored 22-8 during the losing streak.

Cincinnati's

Second round of US-Iran talks being discussed White House

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:43:06 GMT

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Tehran is ready for dialogue, but wont let Washington impose its terms

The US is in discussions on staging a second round of peace talks with Iran, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has said.

The first direct meeting between the sides since the US-Israeli attack on Iran on February 28 took place in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, at

MLB roundup: Padres score 5 in 9th to edge Mariners, extend win streak to 7

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:19:05 GMT

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Jackson Merrill's two-run double capped a five-run rally in the bottom of the ninth Wednesday night as the San Diego Padres stretched their winning streak to seven games with a wild 7-6 win over the visiting Seattle Mariners.

Merrill lined a 2-2 fastball from reliever Jose A. Ferrer down the left field line. Luis Campusano scored the tying run and Ramon Laureano plat

Demi Moore to star in high-stakes culinary thriller 'Tyrant'

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:31:58 GMT

Washington [US], April 16 (ANI): Demi Moore has joined the cast of Amazon MGM Studios' upcoming thriller 'Tyrant', starring alongside Charlize Theron and Julia Garner, in a major new addition to the high-profile project.

According to Deadline, the culinary thriller, written and directed by David Weil, is set to begin shooting in Los Angeles in the coming weeks, backed by a California tax credit.

While the o

NHL roundup: Knights rally past Kraken to clinch Pacific Division

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:19:13 GMT

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Reilly Smith scored twice during Vegas' three-goal third period and also had an assist as the Golden Knights rallied for a 4-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken to clinch the Pacific Division title on Wednesday in Las Vegas.

It was the 31st multi-goal game of Smith's career and his second of the season. Jack Eichel had two assists and Shea Theodore and Mitch Ma

Shohei Ohtani fans 10 as Dodgers complete sweep of Mets

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:05:04 GMT

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Shohei Ohtani struck out 10 in six innings, Dalton Rushing hit a grand slam and the Los Angeles Dodgers pulled off a series sweep with an 8-2 victory over the visiting Mets on Wednesday, sending New York to its eighth consecutive loss.

Hyeseong Kim, Teoscar Hernandez and Kyle Tucker also hit home runs for the Dodgers, who improved to 10-2 since April 3 and 14-4 on the

N.J. governor: FIFA should share World Cup transportation costs

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:40:23 GMT

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With public transit costs for getting to and from World Cup games repeatedly reaching or exceeding $100 each way, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is asking FIFA to help subsidize the expense.

According to The Athletic, train tickets from New York's Penn Station to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., will top $100 f

David Beckham: Inter Miami not rushing to replace head coach

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:55:13 GMT

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Co-owner David Beckham said Inter Miami have to 'let things settle down' before hiring a head coach after the sudden, early-season departure of Javier Mascherano on Tuesday.

Mascherano stepped down due to what he called personal reasons in a statement, with ESPN reporting that he made the decision over the weekend after a 2-2 draw with the New York Red Bulls.<

Rangers end last-place campaign with upset of Lightning

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:05:09 GMT

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Tye Kartye scored the match's first two goals in a three-point showing and the visiting New York Rangers ended their season on a high note with a 4-2 win over the playoff-bound Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday night.

Finishing in last place of the Eastern Conference, the Rangers (34-39-9, 77 points) claimed the season series 2-1-0 but missed the postseason for

Jose Caballero, Yankees walk-off Angels for 2nd time in series

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:55:23 GMT

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Jose Caballero hit a game-ending two-run double with one out in the ninth inning off Jordan Romano, and the New York Yankees earned a 5-4 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.

The Yankees had runners on first and second after Jazz Chisholm Jr. reached on an infield single when his pop up fell between Zach Neto and third baseman Oswald Peraz

Report: LIV Golf CEO tells players league continuing at 'full throttle'

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:40:22 GMT

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LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil has assured the league's players that the 2026 season will continue as planned amid speculation that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund may be preparing to cut its financial support.

A 'high-ranking' league source told bunkered.co.uk that 'funding and operations for LIV Golf are continuing as planned' for at least the remainder of

U.S.-NEW YORK-PORT OF NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY-TARIFF REFUNDS

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:45:18 GMT

(260415) -- NEW YORK, April 15, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on April 15, 2026 shows a container terminal of the Port of New York and New Jersey, which serves as a critical gateway for trade and a major logistics hub for the Northeast of U.S., in New York, the United States. The U.S. government has informed the New York-based Court of International Trade that it will launch a system next Monday to issue refunds totalin

Russian envoy dismantles Kallas at UNSC

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:28:58 GMT

The controversial EU diplomat has also been slammed for criminal hypocrisy by Amnesty International

Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, launched a stinging rebuke of EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas's address at the UN Security Council in New York on Monday.

Kallas has since been accused of "criminal" double standards in her speech by Amnesty International for

Report: Saudi PIF on verge of cutting LIV Golf support

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:40:28 GMT

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Speculation over the future of LIV Golf ran rampant after league executives reportedly were summoned to New York for an emergency summit.

The Financial Times reported Wednesday that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is on the verge of cutting its support for the league and that an announcement could come as soon as Thursday.

LIV Golf members are currentl

Liberty re-sign F Betnijah Laney-Hamilton

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:55:23 GMT

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The New York Liberty re-signed forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton to a contract on Wednesday.

Terms of the deal were not disclosed by the team for Laney-Hamilton, who helped the Liberty capture the WNBA title in 2024.

Laney-Hamilton, however, missed the entire 2025 season after undergoing a procedure in March to repair an acute meniscus injury in her left knee. She

What everyone got wrong about the Iran-US talks in Islamabad

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:26:08 GMT

Despite no immediate deal, the first round signaled something more important

Following the talks that took place in Islamabad between Iran and the United States, several experts and commentators were quick to declare the negotiations a failure. However, such assessments are rather unfounded and overlook the complexities of multi-layered diplomatic processes. In such situations, a lack of immediat

Reports: Jorge Soler's suspension reduced from 7 to 4 games

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:19:49 GMT

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Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler's suspension was reduced from seven to four games by Major League Baseball following his appeal, multiple media outlets reported on Wednesday.

Soler, 34, reportedly will begin serving his ban on Wednesday as Los Angeles plays the third contest of its four-game series against the host New York Yankees. He will remain out unti

Phillies place RHP Zach Pop (calf) on injured list

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:19:03 GMT

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The Phillies placed right-hander Zach Pop on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with a right calf strain.

The move is retroactive to Monday for the 29-year-old reliever, who has no decisions and a 3.68 ERA through seven appearances this season.

Pop is 8-6 with a 4.83 ERA in 170 career games (one start) with the Miami Marlins (2021-22), Toronto Blue Jays (2022-24),

Twenty-year Iran uranium enrichment moratorium not enough Trump

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:09:51 GMT

According to reports, Tehran is only ready to agree to a five-year pause on its nuclear energy program

A 20-year uranium enrichment moratorium on Iran is not long enough, US President Donald Trump has claimed.

Trump was responding to reports that the US delegation at talks with Iran, led by Vice President J.D. Vance, had proposed a 20-year ban on Tehran pursuing its nuclear program.

A's Denzel Clarke making it 'look easy' ahead of rematch vs. Rangers

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:05:08 GMT

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Denzel Clarke's bat often is quiet, but his glove continues to be a loud winning ingredient.

The Athletics' center fielder excels at robbing homers, with the latest time coming on Tuesday. Now Clarke and the A's will seek their seventh victory in eight games when they face the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

Clarke's thievery of A

Reports: LIV execs summoned to emergency meeting in NYC

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:55:08 GMT

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Speculation over the future of LIV Golf ran rampant after league executives reportedly were summoned to New York for an emergency summit on Wednesday.

One report said to expect a 'bombshell announcement' and suggested that the Saudi-backed circuit could be on the verge of financial collapse.

'I have some pretty good sources and I've heard that some other peo

Dodgers, behind Shohei Ohtani, intent on extending Mets' skid

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:19:09 GMT

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Two days after he was hit by a fastball in the right shoulder, Shohei Ohtani will test any residual soreness when he takes the mound against the visiting New York Mets on Wednesday night.

Ohtani (1-0, 0.00 ERA), a right-handed pitcher, will make his third start of the season and first in a week after he gave up an unearned run on four hits over six innings agai

Angels' Mike Trout aims to continue power surge vs. slumping Yankees

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:55:10 GMT

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Mike Trout was hitting the ball hard but running into tough luck for the past few games before arriving at Yankee Stadium.

In the past two nights, he has hit the ball hard and over the wall for the Los Angeles Angels.

The Angels hope to see another big night from Trout and their offense on Wednesday when they play the third contest of a four-game series agains

Giants' Tyler Mahle asked to shut down Reds in return to Cincinnati

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:55:11 GMT

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Tyler Mahle of the San Francisco Giants will return to his old home Wednesday night when he starts on the mound against the Reds in Cincinnati in the second game of a three-game series.

Mahle, a right-hander, spent the first five-plus seasons of his career in Cincinnati, and after stints with the Minnesota Twins and Texas Rangers, he signed with the Giants in th

Trump Says Peace Talks Could Resume Soon As Blockade Continues

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:48:04 GMT

President Donald Trump suggested that peace talks with Iran could resume in a day or two as the US military chokes off the country's maritime trade in a move to get Tehran to the negotiating table.

Trump ordered anaval blockadetargeting vessels headed to or from Iranian ports afterUS-Iranian peace talksin Islamabad on April 11-12 failed to produce an agreement to end the war, which began with US and Israeli air s

Trump Says War Could End 'Very Soon,' Top Mediator Travels To Iran

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:48:04 GMT

US President Donald Trump said the war with Iran could be over "very soon," and Pakistans powerful army chief visited Tehran in a bid to bridge the gap between the United States and Iran and pave the way for a new round of talks.

"I think it can be over very soon. If they're smart, it will end soon," Trump said of Iranian negotiators in an interview with Fox Business News that was recorded on April 14 and broadca

End of Iran war very close Trump

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:38:22 GMT

Tehran wants to make a deal very badly, the US president has claimed

The conflict between the United States and Iran is about to be settled, US President Donald Trump has claimed, adding that the second round of peace talks between the two sides could take place in the next few days.

The president gave interviews to several outlets on Tuesday, where he detailed Washington's stance on the ne

Iran wars end very close - Trump

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:38:22 GMT

Tehran wants to make a deal very badly, the US president has claimed

The president gave interviews to several outlets on Tuesday, where he detailed Washington's stance on the ne

Craig Albernaz, Orioles showing their resolve vs. D-backs

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:05:05 GMT

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A three-game series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Baltimore Orioles already has been eventful.

One of the teams will capture the series victory when they meet for the decisive game of the set on Wednesday afternoon in Baltimore.

The Diamondbacks evened the series with a 4-3 victory on Tuesday, a night after the Orioles rallied from six runs down

Lightning, with home ice vs. Habs assured, oppose Rangers in tune-up

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:05:11 GMT

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When Tampa Bay hosts the New York Rangers in the regular-season finale on Wednesday, the Lightning know they won't need to pack their bags postgame.

Thanks to the Canadiens' 4-2 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday, the Lightning (50-25-6, 106 points) clinched second place in the Atlantic Division, and Montreal (48-24-10, 106 points) will finish third. The Canad

MLB roundup: Three-run 10th completes Jays' comeback win over Brewers

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:55:07 GMT

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Myles Straw's two-run double capped a three-run 10th inning as the visiting Toronto Blue Jays rallied for a 9-7 victory over Milwaukee on Tuesday night, the Brewers' sixth consecutive defeat.Toronto scored three runs in the ninth to go up 6-4, but the Brewers tied it with two in the bottom half.Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s one

India commemorates 135th birth anniversary of BR Ambedkar at UN HQ in New York

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:59:47 GMT

New York [US], April 15 (ANI): The Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations organised a commemorative event at the UN Headquarters in New York to mark the 135th birth anniversary of Dr BR Ambedkar.

According to a release by the mission, the event was organised on Tuesday (local time) with the theme 'Dr BR Ambedkar's Vision of Constitutional Morality and its Relevance for Multilateralism'.

In his wel

NHL roundup: Alex Ovechkin earns assist in possible finale

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:40:26 GMT

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Alex Ovechkin had an assist in what might have been his final NHL game, Jakob Chychrun scored the go-ahead goal and the Washington Capitals beat the host Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 in the season finale for teams on Tuesday. Neither team will be in the playoffs.

Chychrun scored on a power play with about four minutes left in regulation.

The secondary assist

Dianna Russini resigns from Athletic after Mike Vrabel photos

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:55:16 GMT

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Amid an internal investigation at The Athletic regarding published photos of NFL reporter Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel at an Arizona resort, Russini resigned on Tuesday.

Last week, the New York Post published photos of the pair at a resort in Sedona, Ariz., stating that they were taken before the NFL league meeting that began March 29 in Ph

US Says Hormuz Blockade 'Fully Implemented'

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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US President Donald Trump suggested that peace talks with Iran c

Trump Would Welcome End Of Hostilities In Lebanon, US Official Says

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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WASHINGTON -- The United States has not requested a Lebanon cease-fire, but President Donald Trump would welcome an end to the war in which Israel is targeting Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants in Lebanon, a senior US administration official said on April 15.

Trump not considering extending ceasefire with Iran, says "deal is preferable"

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:20 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 15 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) said that he is not considering extending the ongoing two-week ceasefire with Iran; however, he indicated that a negotiated deal would be the preferred outcome to end the conflict in West Asia.

Speaking to ABC News' Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl, the US President said he does not believe extending the ceasefire wi

Dodgers get just enough offense, send Mets to 7th straight loss

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:40:35 GMT

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto rebounded from a leadoff home run to retire 20 consecutive batters and the Los Angeles Dodgers got the best of a pitchers' duel to finish off a 2-1 victory over the visiting New York Mets on Tuesday.

Kyle Tucker delivered a go-ahead bloop single in the eighth inning as the Dodgers won for the ninth time in their past 11 games. Freddie Freeman

Angels hit 5 HRs -- including 3 straight -- to pound Yanks

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:40:23 GMT

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Mike Trout, Jo Adell and Jorge Soler hit consecutive homers in the first inning Tuesday night for the Los Angeles Angels, who earned a 7-1 victory over the host New York Yankees.

The Angels won for the sixth time in their past nine visits to Yankee Stadium and lead the American League with 26 homers after evening the four-game series with an impressive power display

Hurricanes take down Islanders in final pre-playoff tune-up

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:55:30 GMT

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Mark Jankowski scored the tie-breaking goal with 5:22 left Tuesday night for the visiting Carolina Hurricanes, who tuned up for the playoffs with a 2-1 win over the New York Islanders in the regular season finale for both clubs.

Nikolaj Ehlers scored in the first for the Hurricanes (53-22-7, 113 points), who won the Metropolitan Division and earned the top seed in the E

Iran-US talks may resume in Islamabad with JD Vance likely to lead the delegation: Reports

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:31:07 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 15 (ANI): The United States is weighing the possibility of holding a second round of negotiations with Iran, with Vice President JD Vance likely to lead the American delegation and Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, emerging as a probable venue, CNN reported.

Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner, who have headed diplomatic talks since before the war began, ar