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US states declare August 15 'India day' as global Indian missions gear up for 80th independence day

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:58:49 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): Ahead of India's landmark 80th Independence Day, Indian embassies, high commissions, and consulates across the globe are marking the occasion through official state proclamations, civic receptions, vibrant cultural performances, and community outreach initiatives.

From executive declarations in major American cities to grand music collaborations in Berlin and diplomatic comment

Sabrina Ionescu rescues Liberty against Sparks

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:05:05 GMT

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Sabrina Ionescu scored 12 of her 20 points in a chaotic fourth quarter as the host New York Liberty held on to defeat the Los Angeles Sparks, 85-81, on Thursday night.

New York built a 28-point lead and withstood a 21-0 Sparks run in the fourth quarter. Los Angeles got as close as one point with 22 seconds remaining.

But Ionescu made two free throws, and Ariel

Reports: CB Terrion Arnold signing with Seahawks

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:55:12 GMT

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Cornerback Terrion Arnold, who faces eight felony charges related to robbery and kidnapping, is signing with the Seattle Seahawks, multiple reports said Thursday.

Arnold was arrested on June 24 and the Detroit Lions released him five days later following an incident last February near Tampa, Fla.

Per ESPN, now that Arnold has a new team, t

Focused Fever eye another offensive outburst vs. Wings

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:19:18 GMT

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The Indiana Fever are determined not to let outside influences affect their focus.

With a bevy of off-court issues threatening to seep into the team's foundation, members of the Fever said those issues have been rebuffed.

The Fever (21-12) will have their next challenge against the Dallas Wings on Friday night in Indianapolis.

'Our locker room in th

Red-hot Brandon Pfaadt tries to turn D-backs' fortunes vs. Braves

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:19:13 GMT

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Brandon Pfaadt, who hasn't allowed an earned run in his last three starts, will take the mound on Friday when the visiting Arizona Diamondback begin a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves.

It's a big series for Arizona, which is tied for the final wild-card spot. The Diamondbacks just lost two of three at home against Co

NBA releases 2026-27 regular-season schedule

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:55:14 GMT

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The NBA released its 2026-27 regular-season schedule Thursday, confirming dates for a Finals rematch on Christmas Day and a series of homecomings involving some of the biggest names to change teams this offseason.

The defending champion New York Knicks will host the San Antonio Spurs on Dec. 25 in their first meeting since New York won last season's NBA Finals. The t

Logan Gilbert, Mariners blank Yankees to end six-game slide

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:55:08 GMT

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Logan Gilbert pitched six sharp innings to help the Seattle Mariners stop their six-game losing streak with a 1-0 victory over the host New York Yankees on Thursday afternoon.

The Mariners avoided getting swept for the second straight series and won for only the sixth time in their past 21 games thanks to Gilbert's standout performance. Seattle moved within five g

Tom Brady's CardVault adds Aaron Judge, Connor McDavid among investors

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:25:06 GMT

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Tom Brady's growing sports collectibles business is adding more star power to its ownership ranks.

CardVault by Tom Brady announced Thursday that New York Yankees star Aaron Judge and Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid are part of its first strategic investor group, which features prominent names from professional sports, entertainment and business.

Jay-Z and

Zelenskys missile math mistakes: A few Patriots wont save him

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:23:49 GMT

The Ukrainian leaders latest request to Washington falls apart when measured against Moscows current rate of ballistic attacks

Vladimir Zelensky has made an unusually specific claim about what Ukraine needs to defend itself against Russian ballistic missiles.

In an interview with CNN, Zelensky said Ukraine currently has enough Patriot interceptors to amount to roughly 1% of America's existi

Zelenskys missile math mistakes: Heres why his numbers fall far short

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:23:49 GMT

The Ukrainian leaders latest request to Washington falls apart when measured against Moscows current rate of ballistic attacks

Vladimir Zelensky has made an unusually specific claim about what Ukraine needs to defend itself against Russian ballistic missiles.

In an interview with CNN, Zelensky said Ukraine currently has enough Patriot interceptors to amount to roughly 1% of America's existi

Iran can fight on for years to defeat US senior IRGC commander

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:27:49 GMT

Prolonging the conflict until Trump leaves office is among Tehrans options, Mohammad Reza Naqdi has said

Iran can stay in the fight in a prolonged armed conflict with the US, even if it lasts the rest of Donald Trump's term in office, a senior Iranian general has said.

Brig. Gen. Mohammad Reza Naqdi of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) voiced confidence in Tehran's ability to sus

GT Bharathi Secures Coveted World Trade Center License, Bringing the Globally Recognised Brand to Chengalpattu

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:57:57 GMT

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Tamil Nadu [India], August 13: GT Bharathi (GTB) today announced that it has been granted a license by the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) to develop a World Trade Center (WTC) business in the Chengalpattu district of the State of Tamil Nadu. The agreement places GTB among an elite global network of over 300 WTC businesses across ne

Trent Grisham, Yankees strive for productive offense again vs. Mariners

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:55:14 GMT

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Even while the New York Yankees struggled to score at times last week, they believed they were producing good at-bats.

The strong results offensively have resulted in 14 runs over the past two nights.

The Yankees will seek another productive showing at the plate on Thursday afternoon when they host the sliding Seattle Mariners.

On Wednesday, New York pull

MLB roundup: Alex Bregman blasts 3 homers as Cubs crush Nationals

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:25:05 GMT

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Alex Bregman slammed three homers and drove in seven runs, both career highs, leading the visiting Chicago Cubs to a 12-6 win against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.

Dansby Swanson homered, doubled and scored three times in the No. 9 spot for the Cubs, who have won eight of their past nine games. Seiya Suzuki had two hits, two RBIs and two runs, and Pedro Rami

US: Delaware proclaims August 15 as "India Day"

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:58:56 GMT

New York [US], August 13 (ANI): Ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations, Delaware has proclaimed August 15, 2026, as 'India Day', honouring India's rich legacy and the role of the Indian-American community.

The details were shared by the Consulate General of India in New York in a post on X.

Thanking Governor Matthew Meyer for proclaiming August 15, 2026, as 'India Day' in Delaware, the post underlin

Report: Panthers agree to deal with veteran TE Darren Waller

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:55:18 GMT

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Tight end Darren Waller, who made a comeback with the Miami Dolphins last year after a year of retirement, agreed to a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers, ESPN reported on Wednesday.

The 33-year-old veteran was a popular red-zone target in Miami, snagging six touchdown receptions over nine games. He had 24 receptions overall for 283 yards.

The Waller

Trent Grisham belts 2 homers (4 RBIs) as Yankees rally past Mariners

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:40:26 GMT

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Trent Grisham hit a tiebreaking RBI double with one out in the seventh inning and homered twice Wednesday night as the host New York Yankees overcame a pair of three-run deficits in their 10-5 victory over the Seattle Mariners.

The Yankees went ahead in the seventh for the second straight game after Grisham and Ryan McMahon hit two-run singles in the series opener Tu

Tyler Mahle, Braves hold Mets in check to take rubber match

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:05:12 GMT

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Tyler Mahle pitched six strong innings and was supported by three solo homers as the Atlanta Braves defeated the visiting New York Mets 6-3 on Wednesday.

The victory enabled the Braves to take two-of-three from the Mets in their final meeting of the year. New York won the season series, 7-6.

Mahle (4-9), who was acquired from San Francisco at the trade deadline

Aces look to defeat Mystics for second time this week

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:19:03 GMT

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The Las Vegas Aces made improvements in certain areas when they defeated the Washington Mystics on Tuesday.

That wasn't enough to fully please Aces coach Becky Hammon.

The Aces will look for upgrades in Thursday night's rematch in Las Vegas.

'Our season depends on defense and rebounding,' Hammon said. 'I'm going to continue to demand it. It's that impor

Liberty aim to work on perimeter defense during visit from Sparks

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:55:19 GMT

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The New York Liberty and Los Angeles Sparks have played twice this season, and both games were decided by less than five points.

Thursday night, the Liberty (20-14) will host the Sparks (12-20) in the final game of their season series. New York will work on its playoff seeding, while the Sparks aim to get back into postseason conten

Iran knew Trump's exact Ankara location at NATO Summit as US detected missile threat against Air Force One: NYT report

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:34:11 GMT

Washington, DC [US], August 12 (ANI): US intelligence agencies intercepted multiple inputs indicating that Iran possessed precise information regarding President Donald Trump's whereabouts in Ankara during the NATO summit last month, that prompted his secretive departure, according to a New York Times report.

Two US officials familiar with the intelligence told NYT that security authorities detected a specific su

Steven Spielberg to be honoured at Museum of Modern Art's Film Benefit in New York

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:34:06 GMT

New York [US], August 12 (ANI): Filmmaker Steven Spielberg has been selected as the honouree for the Museum of Modern Art's (MoMA) annual Film Benefit, presented by Chanel, with the gala scheduled to take place in New York on November 12, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

As part of the tribute, MoMA will host a screening series celebrating Spielberg's work at the Roy and Niuta Titus Theaters.

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From the DoJ Case to Viksit Bharat: Gautam Adani reflects on trust, leadership and nation-building

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:33:55 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], August 12 (ANI): Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, said that the dismissal of a criminal case against him by a US federal court has further strengthened his faith in the rule of law and the justice system.

In a special message, Gautam Adani said it is essential to believe in one's own truth, but one must also stand up for it and fight for it--and do so with absolute fearless

Blue Jays claim RHP Paul Sewald off waivers from D-backs

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:25:14 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays claimed right-handed reliever Paul Sewald off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday.

In order to add Sewald to the 40-man roster, the Blue Jays recalled right-hander Jake Bloss and placed him on the 60-day injured list.

Sewald, 36, had 24 saves for the Diamondbacks this season, but the number came with a price. He also had a

New York cracks down on 'predatory' Polymarket

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:02:19 GMT

The city is probing prediction markets, claiming that they could encourage minors to gamble

New York City Council is investigating Polymarket, Kalshi, and other predictive market platforms for "deceptive and predatory" marketing practices, accusing the industry of encouraging gambling and insider trading.

New York cracks down on predatory Polymarket

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:02:19 GMT

The city is probing prediction markets, claiming that they could encourage minors to gamble

New York City Council is investigating Polymarket, Kalshi, and other predictive market platforms for "deceptive and predatory" marketing practices, accusing the industry of encouraging gambling and insider trading.

Council Speaker Julie Menin notified Kalshi, Polymarket, Coinbase, and Gemini Titan of

New Project B league to follow Olympic gender policy

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:19:10 GMT

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The new women's basketball league Project B said it will follow Olympic guidelines regarding gender eligibility, thereby banning transgender women from competing.

As a global league, Project B told Front Office Sports it makes sense to follow International Olympic Committee and FIBA policies to provide 'consiste

Mets coming off loss to Braves but still 'enjoying the moment' on road trip

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:05:19 GMT

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The New York Mets will look to finish their nine-game road trip on a high note Wednesday night when they try to win the rubber game of their three-game series against the Atlanta Braves.

New York is 6-2 on its three-city trip thanks to some big offensive numbers. The Mets have 50 runs in the six wins, twice scoring in double digits. But both of their losses have been

'Contract or not,' Seahawks' Devon Witherspoon eyes season ahead

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:05:12 GMT

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Star cornerback Devon Witherspoon said he plans to focus on the upcoming season despite being unable to reach an agreement on a contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks.

A three-time Pro Bowl selection in as many seasons, Witherspoon has been with the team during the offseason.

'We got a long season ahead of us, contract or not,' he said Tuesday. 'We st

After rare 3-run win, Yankees focus on fading Mariners again

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:55:10 GMT

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While the New York Yankees are starting to gain some separation in their bid to hold on to the American League's top wild-card spot, the Seattle Mariners are fading fast.

The Yankees will attempt to produce enough clutch at-bats and widen their lead in the wild-card race on Wednesday night when they host the Mariners, who hope to see their offense get going and sna

Fresh off shutout loss, Pirates look for power vs. Marlins

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:25:21 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Pirates believe they have a shot at a wild-card playoff berth despite losing 11 of their past 14 games.

'I don't think anyone needs to be Superman,' Pirates outfielder Jake Mangum said. 'I just think we need to play better collectively.'

Despite their recent struggles, there's no denying that the Pirates who take the field Wednesday night in Miami

Coming off shutout loss, Pirates eager to display power vs. Marlins

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:25:14 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Pirates believe they have a shot at a wild-card playoff berth despite losing 11 of their last 14 games.

'I don't think anyone needs to be Superman,' Pirates outfielder Jake Mangum said. 'I just think we need to play better collectively.'

Despite their recent struggles, there's no denying that the Pirates are vastly improved from the club that fini

Cowboys ($15.5B) once again top NFL team valuations

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:19:03 GMT

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The Dallas Cowboys remain the NFL's most valuable franchise at $15.5 billion, according to Sportico's annual valuation list released Wednesday.

The number represents a 21% increase from last year.

While profitable off the field, Jerry Jones' Cowboys haven't won a Super Bowl since Jan. 28, 1996.

The Los Angeles Rams ($12.7 billion) and New York Giants ($12 b

Tigers' Framber Valdez aims to stay 'locked in' vs. Guardians

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:05:12 GMT

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Veteran left-hander Framber Valdez signed a three-year contract with the Detroit Tigers to form an imposing 1-2 punch with Tarik Skubal at the top of the rotation.

Skubal now is with the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Valdez struggled earlier in the season but has returned to his old form in his past two starts.

Valdez will start the middle contest of a three-game home

State murder trial for Luigi Mangione set for September 8 with anonymous jury

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:01:17 GMT

New York [US], August 12 (ANI): The state murder trial for Luigi Mangione in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson will officially proceed with jury selection on September 8.

According to CNN, the decision was confirmed Tuesday (local time) by New York State Supreme Court Justice Gregory Carro during what is expected to be the final pretrial proceeding.

Although some outstanding defence

MLB roundup: Rays match team record with 6 homers in rout of A's

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:40:25 GMT

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Taylor Walls smacked his first two homers of the season and drove in three runs and the Tampa Bay Rays tied a team record with six home runs while rolling to a 12-4 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday night in West Sacramento, Calif.

Junior Caminero, Yandy Diaz, Victor Mesa Jr. and Carson Williams all added blasts as the Rays improved to 8-0 on their nine-game road

U.S.-NEW YORK-BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:46:46 GMT

(260812) -- NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Dancers perform during the Battery Dance Festival at the Battery Park of Manhattan in New York, the United States, On Aug. 11, 2026. The 45th annual Battery Dance Festival kicked off at an outdoor stage with New York Harbor in the background here on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Zhang Fengguo)

Martin Perez puts up more zeros as Braves blank Mets

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:05:14 GMT

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Veteran left-hander Martin Perez threw six scoreless innings while Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson homered to help the Atlanta Braves defeat the visiting New York Mets 4-0 on Tuesday to even their three-game series.

Perez (8-6) gave up four hits and three walks, struck out two and extended his streak of scoreless innings to 18 dating back to July 27.

The Atlanta bu

US: New Jersey, New York issue proclamation declaring August 15 as India Independence Day

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:30:40 GMT

New York [US], August 12 (ANI): As the Independence Day celebrations kick off with fervor and enthusiasm across the world, while celebrating the enduring bonds of friendship, the American states of New York and New Jersey have proclaimed August 15, 2026, as India Independence Day.

The Consulate General of India in New York shared the proclamations in a series of posts on X.

The Consulate expressed gratitu

Aces' stars return to action, end Mystics' winning streak

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:55:12 GMT

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A'ja Wilson scored 26 points, grabbed 13 rebounds and blocked four shots as the Las Vegas Aces beat the visiting Mystics 86-76 on Tuesday, ending Washington's season-best seven-game winning streak.

Jackie Young added 25 points for the Aces (23-11), who were coming off back-to-back losses.

Wilson made 10 of her 18 attempts from the field. Young shot 7-for-17 f

US household debt drops by USD 13 bn to USD 18.8 tn in Q2 2026: Federal Reserve Bank of New York

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:30:16 GMT

New York [US], August 12 (ANI): Household debt balances decreased slightly while credit card delinquency transition rates remained steady in the second quarter of 2026, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

The findings, published in the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's Center for Microeconomic Data Quarterly Report on Household Debt and Credit, revealed total household debt decreased by USD 13 bil

Yankees stymie Mariners to 3 hits in win

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:40:21 GMT

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Ryan McMahon and Trent Grisham each hit two-run singles in the seventh inning by capitalizing on defensive positioning by the Seattle Mariners as the New York Yankees earned a 4-1 victory on Tuesday night.

The Yankees had runners at second and third against reliever Michael Rucker (0-4) after Jazz Chisholm Jr. stole second during a strikeout by George Lombard Jr.

Fever coach: 'We are united,' and 'everybody else can go to hell'

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:05:03 GMT

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Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White took a stand amidst those critical of her reaction after Sophie Cunningham was flagrantly fouled by Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington on Saturday.

The second-year Fever coach briefly addressed the media on Tuesday as she pounded her fist on the table multiple times before not taking any questio

Fever have record-setting offensive showing in win vs. Liberty

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:55:08 GMT

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Kelsey Mitchell scored 28 points and Caitlin Clark notched a double-double as the Indiana Fever rolled to a 106-92 victory over the visiting New York Liberty on Tuesday night in Indianapolis.

Mitchell shot 11-of-16 from the floor while Clark piled up 22 points, 10 assists and four rebounds for the Fever (21-12). Aliyah Boston added 19 points, seven rebounds and

Martin Perez puts up more zeroes as Braves blank Mets

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:40:33 GMT

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Perez (8-6) did not allow a hit until Carson Benge reached on an infield single with one out in the fourth inning. He gave up four hits and three walks, stru

U.S.-NEW YORK-STOCK

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:16:06 GMT

(260811) -- NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A trader works on the trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange in New York, the United States, on Aug. 11, 2026. U.S. stocks ended lower on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Liu Yanan)

Yankees place RHP Kervin Castro (elbow) on IL, recall RHP Bradley Hanner

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:40:25 GMT

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The New York Yankees placed right-handed reliever Kervin Castro on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday because of right elbow neuritis.

The move is retroactive to Monday. In a corresponding move, the Yankees recalled rookie right-hander Bradley Hanner from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.

Castro, 27, last pitched on Sunday, throwing a perfect 1-2-3 inning with o

Jays put RHP Jameson Taillon (forearm) on 15-day IL

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:55:13 GMT

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After just two starts with the Toronto Blue Jays following a trade deadline deal, veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon was placed on the 15-day injured list with right forearm tendinitis on Tuesday.

In a corresponding move, Toronto recalled right-hander Chase Lee from Triple-A Buffalo.

Taillon, 34, exited Monday's home start against the Boston Red Sox with a

Himachal: 50 Tibetans in Shimla hold 24-hour hunger strike for language, culture, identity

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:58:03 GMT

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], August 12 (ANI): Around 50 Tibetan men, women and elderly members began a 24-hour hunger strike and peace protest at Chaura Maidan here, demanding international attention to the Tibetan cause and opposing what they described as efforts to undermine Tibetan language, culture and religious identity.

The protest, organised by the Regional Tibetan Women's Association, Shimla, began

Woeful Angels fire pitching coach Mike Maddux, 2 others from staff

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:55:14 GMT

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The Los Angeles Angels, at the bottom of the baseball standings, fired pitching coach Mike Maddux, bullpen coach Dom Chiti and assistant pitching coach Darryl Scott on Tuesday.

The Angels named Tim Leveque as interim pitching coach and Michael Wuertz as interim bullpen coach.

'After spending time discussing with (manager) Kurt (Suzuki) where we are as a coa

Vikings tab QB Kyler Murray as starter over J.J. McCarthy

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:19:03 GMT

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The Minnesota Vikings named Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback on Tuesday.

Signed to a one-year, $1.3 million deal in the offseason after being released by the Arizona Cardinals, Murray is getting the nod over incumbent J.J. McCarthy. Murray will become the fourth consecutive different quarterback to begin the season for t

Sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma announces dates for his international tour

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:03:05 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 11 (ANI): Dates for sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma's 'Sitar for Mental Health Tour' across the UK, Canada, and the US have officially been announced.

The tour opens on October 1 at London's Royal Albert Hall before crossing to North America for five more dates: Capital One Hall in Washington, D.C. (November 18); The Theatre at Great Canadian Toronto (November 19); Carnegie Ha

"Country of laws": Lawyer Jim Walden defends US Court dismissal of criminal charges against Gautam Adani

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:01:53 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 11 (ANI): US-based lawyer Jim Walden on Tuesday described the US court's dismissal of criminal charges against Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani as 'par for the course' and a necessary recognition of the limits of American legal authority.

Speaking with ANI, Walden emphasised that the court's compliance with the US Department of Justice (DOJ) motion to drop the

Commanders add veteran Byron Cowart for depth on defensive line

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:55:14 GMT

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The Washington Commanders signed veteran defensive tackle Byron Cowart on Tuesday.

In other moves, the Commanders released guard Sala Aumavae-Laulu and safety Rob McDaniel.

Cowart, 30, injured his ankle in August 2025 while with the New York Jets and did not play last season. The Jets released him in December after he was on the physically unable to perf

Gautam Adani thanks supporters after US Court dismisses criminal charges

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:33:19 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 11 (ANI): Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Tuesday thanked those who stood by him during what he described as 'tough times' after a US federal court dismissed the criminal case against him and his nephew Sagar Adani.

The court's decision brings an end to the high-profile case and provides major legal relief to the Adani Group.

Taking to X after the development, Adani expressed

US court ends criminal charges against Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani; senior lawyers say decision on expected lines

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:29:26 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 11 (ANI): The US federal court's dismissal of criminal charges against Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani has ended the high-profile case against them, bringing major legal relief to the group.

US District Judge Nicholas Garaufis of the Eastern District of New York dismissed the charges after the US Department of Justice asked the court to dismiss them with prej

Golf Glance: FedExCup Playoffs begin; LPGA and Champions in PNW

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:19:14 GMT

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The FedExCup Playoffs begin in Memphis, the LPGA Tour and Champions Tour are in the Pacific Northwest, while the DP World Tour returns following a three-week break.

PGA TOUR

THIS WEEK: FedEx St. Jude Championship, Memphis, Aug. 13-16

Course: TPC Southwind (Par 70, 7,288 Yards)

Purse: $20M (Winner: $3.6M)

Defending Champion: Justin Rose

'Paper Tiger' trailer out: Adam Driver, Miles Teller face Russian Mafia threat in James Gray film

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:03:35 GMT

Washington [US], August 11 (ANI): NEON has unveiled the first trailer for 'Paper Tiger', James Gray's 1980s-set crime drama starring Adam Driver, Miles Teller and Scarlett Johansson, ahead of the film's planned theatrical release during the heart of awards season.

Written and directed by Gray, 'Paper Tiger' is set in 1986 Queens, New York, and follows brothers Gary and Isaac, played by Driver and Teller respectiv

No basis for US to reopen Adani case unless fresh material surfaces: Senior Supreme Court Advocate Vikas Singh

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:03:08 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 11 (ANI): The legal case in the United States against Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani came to a complete closure after US District Judge Nicholas Garaufis of the US District Court for the Eastern District of New York dismissed the criminal charges against them.

Speaking on the judgement Senior Supreme Court Advocate Vikas Singh said that unless there is some fresh material before the US Dep

Yankees receive $2.6B in private equity deal

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:55:15 GMT

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The New York Yankees are receiving $2.6 billion in a deal with the private equity fund Apollo Sports Capital, the team announced on Tuesday.

The huge capital infusion for Yankee Global Enterprises will allow the team to refinance or retire much of its existing debt and then pursue new ventures, according to The Athletic.

Hal Steinbrenner remains the Yankees'

US Court's dismissal of Adani case was an expected decision, says Senior Advocate Mahesh Jethmalani

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:03:08 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 11 (ANI): The dismissal of criminal charges against Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani by a United States district court was an 'expected decision' in a case that lacked factual basis from its beginning, said Senior Advocate Mahesh Jethmalani speaking to ANI.

The legal case in the United States against Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani came to a complete closure after US District Judge Nicholas Gar

LeBron James, 76ers visit Knicks as part of NBA opening slate

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:40:25 GMT

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The New York Knicks will tip off the 2026-27 in style, raising their championship banner on Oct. 20 ahead of their home game against LeBron James and the new-look Philadelphia 76ers.

The star-studded affair that also includes Philadelphia's Jaylen Brown and New York's Jalen Brunson at Madison Square Garden is the middle game of three contests on the opening day o

Red-hot Rays eager to continue winning ways vs. A's

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:40:26 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays are the hottest team in the majors and stand just two victories away from a perfect road trip at 9-0.

The Rays will look to increase their latest winning streak to eight games when they oppose the Athletics on Tuesday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

A late four-run deficit in Monday's series opener wasn't a hindrance for the Rays, as they

Madden NYC Launches in India

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:32:06 GMT

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 11: Madden NYC, the accessible fashion brand from Steve Madden, will make its India debut on 11th August 2026, launching with a women's footwear collection available online and at select retailers across the country. Inspired by the energy of New York City, the brand offers fashion-forward footwear for shoppers who embrace personal style on their own terms.

In Nalkheda, Acharya Pandit Deepak Sharma Ji Continues the Sacred Tradition of Maa Baglamukhi Havan for Devotees Worldwide

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:58:25 GMT

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New Delhi [India], August 11: As modern life becomes increasingly demanding, many people continue to find strength in traditions that have guided generations before them. Whether someone is beginning a new chapter, navigating uncertainty, or simply seeking spiritual peace, prayer remains an important part of that journey. Among the most revered forms of Shakti worship is

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:03:25 GMT

Senior Advocate Vikas Pahwa, speaking to ANI, explained that the Adani Group's legal proceedings stood closed in the US, noting th

Rays score 8 runs in 8th, stun A's in 7th straight win

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:40:33 GMT

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Yandy Diaz went 3-for-4 with a homer and two RBIs, Junior Caminero swatted a three-run blast and the Tampa Bay Rays scored eight runs in the eighth inning to rally for a 10-6 victory over the Athletics on Monday night at West Sacramento, Calif.

Jonny DeLuca had three hits and scored twice and Jonathan Aranda had two hits in the 12-batter eighth as the Rays recorde

Indian markets open lower as West Asia tensions and rising oil prices weigh on global sentiment

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:30:34 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 11 (ANI): Indian markets opened lower amid oil fears, as fresh tensions in the Strait of Hormuz pushed crude prices up, creating uncertainty across global indices. The BSE SENSEX stood at 78,347.74 points, down 194.70 points or 0.25 per cent, while the NSE NIFTY 50 stood at 24,539.75 points, down 44.05 points or 0.18 per cent.

Devarsh Vakil, Head of Prime Research at HDFC Securities, hig

Rays score 8 runs in 8th inning to stun Athletics

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:19:05 GMT

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Jonny DeLuca had three hits and scored twice and Jonathan Aranda had two hits in the 12-batter eighth inning as the Rays

MLB roundup: Brett Baty bashes grand slam as Mets down Braves

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:19:05 GMT

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Brett Baty's first-inning grand slam set the pace and the visiting New York Mets held on to beat the Atlanta Braves 8-5 on Monday in the opener of a three-game series.

The Mets ended Atlanta's nine-game home-field winning streak and improved their record against the Braves to 7-4. New York has won six out of seven on its nine-game road trip.

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Brett Baty's slam helps Mets snap Braves' home winning streak

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 02:55:10 GMT

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Brett Baty's first-inning grand slam set the pace and the visiting New York Mets held on to beat the Atlanta Braves 8-5 on Monday in the opener of a three-game series.

The Mets ended Atlanta's nine-game home-field winning streak and improved their record against the Braves to 7-4. New York has won six out of seven games on its nine-game road trip.

The Mets p

D-backs DFA former closer Paul Sewald, add Zack Littell

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:55:14 GMT

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In what their manager called 'a brutal decision,' the Arizona Diamondbacks designated veteran right-handed reliever Paul Sewald for assignment after his recent funk on Monday.

Sewald has 24 saves but was recently demoted from the closer's role after failing to convert an opportunity against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 28. It was his third blown save of the season

Colombia: At least 132 killed, 570 injured in magnitude 7.4 earthquake

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:30:15 GMT

Pereira [Colombia], August 11 (ANI): At least 132 people have died and 570 others have been injured after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia earlier on Monday, CNN reported, citing the Colombian Association of Capital Cities.

The association, which participated in a disaster response meeting with the president, said the city of Pereira alone has reported 60 deaths.

According to the association, fiv

Road-weary Aces return home to face surging Mystics

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:25:13 GMT

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The Las Vegas Aces are back at home on Tuesday after a turbulent five-game road trip, but the task at hand doesn't get much easier with the emerging Washington Mystics coming to town for the first of two games.

The Aces went 2-3 during their road trip, punctuated by a 111-71 short-handed loss to the New York Liberty on Sunday. Coach Becky Hammon made the decision to

Caitlin Clark, Fever out to halt Liberty's winning ways

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:40:43 GMT

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The New York Liberty will aim to extend a four-game winning streak Tuesday night when they face superstar Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever in Indianapolis.

It initially looked like Clark would not be on the floor for the Fever (20-12) against the Liberty (20-13) after she picked up her eighth technical foul of the season Saturday in a win over the Chicago Sk

Gautam Adani welcomes US court decision to dismiss charges against him

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:29:54 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 11 (ANI): Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Tuesday welcomed a US court's decision to dismiss criminal charges against him, saying he had 'deep respect for the judicial process.'

In a post on X, Adani wrote, 'I welcome the US court's decision with humility and deep respect for the judicial process. Throughout this challenging period, our faith in truth, fairness and the rule of law re

Reports: DT Quinnen Williams inks $105.9M extension with Cowboys

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:40:24 GMT

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Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Quinnen Williams has signed a three-year contract extension that will make him the second-highest paid at his position, according to multiple reports on Monday.

Williams, who came to Dallas in a trade deadline deal with the New York Jets last season, will earn $105.9 million over the length of the extension (through 2030). Reports sai

Reports: D-backs will DFA Paul Sewald, add Zack Littell

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:19:08 GMT

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The Arizona Diamondbacks are designating veteran right-handed reliever Paul Sewald for assignment after his recent funk, multiple outlets reported Monday afternoon.

Sewald has 24 saves but was recently demoted from the closer's role after failing to convert an opportunity against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 28. It was his third blown save of the season and second

Mets place RHP Devin Williams (shoulder) on IL

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:25:14 GMT

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The New York Mets placed right-hander Devin Williams on the 15-day injured list Monday with a right shoulder strain and recalled right-hander Jonathan Pintaro from Triple-A Syracuse.

Williams, 31, is 3-2 with 16 saves and a 4.66 ERA in 42 relief appearances this season, his first with the Mets. His IL move is retroactive to Saturday.

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At least 111 people killed after massive 7.4 magnitude earthquake hits Colombia

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:03:10 GMT

Pereira [Colombia], August 11 (ANI): At least 111 people have died, and 87 others were injured after a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on Monday (local time), President Abelardo de la Espriella said, according to CNN.

The president said that 1,577 residential buildings had been damaged, while 37 others were completely destroyed. He added that more than 60 buildings had collapsed, along with dam

Spooky times: 2026 World Series Game 7 falls on Halloween

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:25:09 GMT

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Unless there is a weather postponement, the 2026 World Series is scheduled to end before November.

Major League Baseball announced its postseason dates on Monday and Game 7 of the World Series, if necessary, is scheduled for Halloween Night, Saturday, Oct. 31.

The World Series will begin Oct. 23 at the ballpark of the team with the better record in the r

Struggling offenses clash as Yankees host Mariners

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:40:22 GMT

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The New York Yankees and Seattle Mariners are frustrating their fans with some tepid performances at the plate.

While the Yankees are in control of the American League's first wild-card spot, the visiting Mariners are under .500 and 3 1/2 games out of a playoff position heading into the opener of a three-game series between the teams Tuesday night.

New York ha

Fever add C Mercedes Russell to roster

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:05:05 GMT

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The Indiana Fever signed Mercedes Russell on Monday, one week after fellow center Damiris Dantas underwent season-ending surgery to repair a torn meniscus in her left knee.

Russell, 31, averaged 1.7 points and 1.2 rebounds during 20 games off the bench last season with the Los Angeles Sparks.

A two-time WNBA champion with the Seattle Storm, Russell has aver

Ascending Tigers return home to face free-falling Guardians

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:55:16 GMT

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Detroit Tigers general manager Scott Harris insisted after trading ace Tarik Skubal and Casey Mize that the franchise wasn't raising the white flag on this season.

The Tigers backed up those words with a stellar 7-2 road trip that put them in the thick of the American League Central and wild-card races.

They now return to Detroit for a pivotal six-game homes

Texas pauses new data centres, moves to impose stricter operational requirements: Governor Greg Abbott

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:30:34 GMT

Austin (Texas) [US], August 10 (ANI): New data centers are being paused in Texas, as Greg Abbott, the 48th Governor of Texas, announced the state is moving to implement stricter operational requirements on incoming facilities amid an ongoing wave of corporate relocations.

In a statement on X, the governor declared that new data centers must now disclose their plans to 'pay their own way, provide their own power,

Rays racking up wins, and quickly, heading into series vs. Athletics

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:40:22 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays look to continue a perfect road trip when they visit the Athletics on Monday night in West Sacramento, Calif.

Tampa Bay is 6-0 so far entering the opener of the trip-ending three-game series against the Athletics. The Rays swept three games apiece from the Colorado Rockies and Seattle Mariners in the first two legs of the excursion.

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Finally feeling at home, Pete Alonso carries O's to Minneapolis

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:55:18 GMT

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Pete Alonso is feeling great after his first multiple-homer game with the Baltimore Orioles.

He will look to bring the same big swings to Minnesota this week.

Alonso and the Orioles face the Minnesota Twins to open a three-game series in Minneapolis on Monday evening. Baltimore is looking for back-to-back victories after thumping the Texas Rangers 10-5 on Sunda

Mets set sights on snapping Braves' 9-game home win streak

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:25:14 GMT

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The Atlanta Braves will be looking for their 10th straight victory at home on Monday when they open a three-game series against the New York Mets.

The Braves salvaged one contest from their three-game set at the New York Yankees on Sunday and will return to Atlanta to begin a six-game homestand. The Braves lead the National League East by 8 1/2 games and are t

Reports: Royals adding veteran RHP Craig Kimbrel to bullpen

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:19:04 GMT

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Right-handed reliever Craig Kimbrel is signing with the Kansas City Royals, his third team this season and 12th in his 17-year career, MLB.com and the New York Post reported on Sunday.

Kimbrel, 38, is signing a major league contract and is expected to be activated in time for the Royals' game Monday night at the Los Angeles Dodgers, per MLB.com.

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MLB roundup: Phillies walk off Blue Jays in 12 to avoid sweep

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:19:03 GMT

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Derek Hill hit a walk-off RBI single to help the Philadelphia Phillies defeat the visiting Toronto Blue Jays 7-6 in 12 innings Sunday, avoiding a three-game sweep.

Kyle Schwarber hit two homers for the Phillies to give him 35 on the season after he was homerless in the prior 17 games.

Philadelphia blew a 5-2 lead by allowing three runs in the eighth to preven

Liberty have easy time with short-handed Aces, roll 111-71

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:25:12 GMT

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Marine Johannes poured in 27 points off the bench as the host New York Liberty crushed the short-handed Las Vegas Aces 111-71 on Sunday afternoon.

Jonquel Jones scored 15 points, Breanna Stewart and Han Xu notched 14 points apiece and Rebecca Allen added 13 points for the Liberty (20-13), who extended their winning streak to four games. They reached the 100-point mark

Joaquin Niemann goes wire to wire at LIV Golf New York

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:55:17 GMT

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Joaquin Niemann eagled the par-5 15th hole at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on his way to completing a wire-to-wire victory at LIV Golf New York on Sunday in Bedminster, N.J.

Sunday's results solidified Spanish star Jon Rahm as the 2026 individual champion, his third straight title since joining LIV ahead of the 2024 season. He finished a disappointing 8 ove

Blazing bats of Bo Bichette, Luis Robert Jr. lead Mets rout of Pirates

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:55:19 GMT

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Bo Bichette had five hits and three RBIs and Sean Manaea struck out 11 over seven innings to lead the New York Mets to a 11-1 win and a series victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday afternoon.

Leading 5-1 in the top of the fourth, Bichette's bases-clearing double off Pirates starter Jared Jones (2-4) broke the game open and lifted the Mets to their f

Yankees rally late, but Braves win in 10 to avert sweep

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:40:24 GMT

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Michael Harris II began the 10th inning by delivering an RBI single as the Atlanta Braves earned a 2-1 victory over the host New York Yankees on Sunday afternoon to prevent a three-game sweep.

Harris gave the Braves their ninth win in 11 games when he grounded a 2-2 sinker off Paul Blackburn (3-2) into right field to easily score automatic runner Ha-Seong Kim, who p

Hall of Fame coach, standout player Don Nelson dies at 86

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:19:03 GMT

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Hall of Famer Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history, died Sunday. He was 86.

Nelson's family announced the passing of the five-time champion as a player but didn't divulge a manner of death.

'On Sunday morning our beloved husband, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather Don Nelson peacefully went to be with the Lord, surrounded by his loving fa

Liberty have easy time with short-handed Aces 111-71

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:55:18 GMT

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Marine Johannes poured in 27 points off the bench as the host New York Liberty crushed the short-handed Las Vegas Aces 111-71 on Sunday afternoon.

Braves LHP Chris Sale ejected before first pitch

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:55:12 GMT

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Atlanta Braves left-hander Chris Sale was ejected before the start of Sunday's game against the New York Yankees, one day after he was called for a balk that led to the ejection of Braves manager Walt Weiss.

Umpires were taking the field for Sunday's game at New York and walking in front of the Braves' dugout when Sale was ejected by Dan Merzel while never stepping on