Ellis Genge: ‘Something has to give in rugby. Boys getting run into the ground is no good’

Before England’s All Blacks clash on Saturday, the prop faces the sport’s problems and describes his passion for community work. There are refreshingly forthright rugby players and then, several ...

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Aaron Judge gives Yankee Stadium something to cheer about with home run in ALCS Game 2 victory

Judge hit his first home run of this postseason as the Yankees went up 2-0 on Cleveland despite a less than dominant performance.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Patriots vs. Jaguars score: Jax's ground game runs over Patriots in 32-16 win, gives Doug Pederson breathing room

Both teams enter the matchup at 1-5 and looking for some answers.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

How to give a good speech

Before you begin, what is it that you really want to say?

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Dillon Gabriel's record-breaking career has been a good run, now it may finally end with a ring on his hand

Dillon Gabriel is near the top of the FBS record books but he doesn't yet have a championship to show for it

Sports - CBS Sports - October 14

Will rugby modernisation plans go through or will they get the red card? | Andy Bull

New Zealand chief executive Mark Robinson wants rugby union to reinvent itself with the game’s future up for grabs. Modern rugby union turned 30 last month. It was in the autumn of 1994 that Louis ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Georgia-Texas controversy: Is it more important to get a call right or follow procedure?

Ironically, the call that went against Georgia and for Texas wound up helping the Bulldogs and hurting the Longhorns.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

The Breakdown | Women’s World Cup has the hallmarks of game-changer for rugby union

Talking to World Rugby’s Sally Horrox is to sense energy and momentum as England prepare to host the tournament. “Where sisterhood meets rivalry,” is the snappy tag line for the 2025 Rugby World ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

One Direction was the internet's first boy band, and Liam Payne its grounding force

One Direction member Liam Payne was found dead this week after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at just 31

Tech - ABC News - October 18

Mike Tomlin's praise for Steelers' opposing QBs may shed light on Russell Wilson-Justin Fields decision

Why are the Steelers considering a switch at QB when the team is 4-2 with Justin Fields? A mix of what's past, what's ahead, and what Russell Wilson can offer.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17

Musk gives $75mn boost to Trump’s presidential run

World’s richest man aims to sway outcome of November election with donation

Business - Financial Times - October 16

OMG, Part 2: These new Mets aren't going anywhere in 2025

When the next great powerhouse emerges in Queens, 2024 will be remembered as the year it all began.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

The superhuman tales and Barry Sanders pace of Boise State's Ashton Jeanty

Ashton Jeanty is dominating college football and on track to have a record-breaking season as a running back.

Sports - ESPN - October 25

Freeman's grand slam ends G1: 'As good as it gets'

Freddie Freeman hit the first walk-off grand slam in World Series history, giving the Dodgers a stunning win over the Yankees in Game 1.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Bulls' Ball returns: 'Just trying to give good minutes'

Bulls guard Lonzo Ball checked into Wednesday night's game with 6:14 left in the first quarter to mark his first official NBA game since January 2022.

Sports - ESPN - October 24

Shohei Ohtani and very good boy Decoy steal show at Dodgers’ World Series parade

Dodgers celebrate title win with long-awaited parade Club didn’t have public celebration in 2020 due to Covid The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their World Series win on Friday at a rousing ...

World - The Guardian - 2 hours ago

Despite her call to 'do something' for Harris, Michelle Obama has yet to hit the campaign trail

Former First Lady Michelle Obama has been working behind the scenes to boost Kamala Harris and is expected to appear publicly in the very final stretch.

Alien: Romulus Will Release On VHS, Something No Major Studio Has Done In 18 Years

It's apparently been 18 years since a major studio has released a movie on VHS, but that drought will be broken when Alien: Romulus comes out for the outdated platform on December 3. That's right: ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 21

Monster Hunter Wilds Has An Option To Swap Spiders Out For Something Much Different

It seems like Arachnophobia--the fear of spiders--is becoming more prevalent in the video game realm. Earlier this year, BioWare confirmed that Dragon Age: The Veilguard is completely spider-free ...

Tech - GameSpot - 3 days ago

Halloween chocolate lovers are about to get some good news

The price of cocoa has nearly doubled this year. Here’s why chocolate lovers aren’t likely to see a huge price hike this Halloween.

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

N.F.L. Kickers Are Hitting From Historic Distances. How Did They Get So Good?

Fifty is the new 30, and we’re not talking about age, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - October 19

15 years of Horrible Histories – kids’ TV so good it’s getting a Bafta

The anarchic show that spawned the team behind sitcom treasure Ghosts is being given a Bafta for its ‘extraordinary impact’. Here are its 15 greatest moments. Hooray for Horrible Histories. It was ...

World - The Guardian - October 24

Digested week: Obama fan-boys Eminem, American Airlines gets tough on ‘gate lice’

Plus: Trump alleges foreign interference in the election while an Aussie hiker gives us all something to smile about. Friends in New York with non-American accents are careful not to go canvassing ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon pledge not to give in to Israeli demands to 'get out of harm's way'

The United Nations has insisted it will not withdraw its peacekeepers from Lebanon despite repeated demands by Israel for them to move out of the area.

On Lake Erie, getting rid of problem algae starts with giving it less food

Western Lake Erie is an ideal environment for the bacteria that make up algae

Tech - ABC News - October 22

On Lake Erie, getting rid of problem algae starts with giving it less food

Western Lake Erie is an ideal environment for the bacteria that make up algae

Health - ABC News - October 22

New Dragon Age: The Veilguard Launch Trailer Gives Players A Good Look At The Bad Guys

With the Halloween launch of Dragon Age: The Veilguard just days away, developer BioWare has released a launch trailer to give players one final preview of the franchise's latest entry. ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 24

Garrett Wilson makes incredible OBJ-esque catch to give Jets lead

Wilson is putting on a clinic, scoring on two one-handed touchdown catches to put the Jets ahead.

Sports - ESPN - 19 hours ago

'A superteam we are not': How the Lynx built a roster that is two games away from winning it all

Stacked lottery picks? Nope. Superteam? Wrong again. Largely put together with under-the-radar free agency moves, the Lynx are jelling in the Finals.

Sports - ESPN - October 16

McConnell says Pelosi has done 'pretty good job' as ex-Speaker

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said Tuesday he thinks Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) has done a “pretty good job” transitioning out of her House leadership role and suggested he would ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

New Sabres Forward Has Been Sneaky Good Addition

This Buffalo Sabres forward is starting to heat up.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

A 7-year-old boy has been killed in a house explosion in northeast England

A 7-year-old boy has been killed and six people are hospitalized after an explosion inside a house in Newcastle, northeast England

World - ABC News - October 16

Freddie Freeman wins Game 1 with first walk-off grand slam in World Series history

Freeman clears the bases with 2 outs in the bottom of the 10th to save LA. Fan interference on a Gleyber Torres deep ball in the 9th looms large.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

Barrett says Marler's haka jibe has 'loaded the gun'

New Zealand captain Scott Barrett says England prop Joe Marler has "loaded the gun" after his controversial call for the All Blacks haka to be scrapped.

Christian McCaffrey injury update: 49ers get some good news as RB could return in Week 10, per report

The Pro Bowler has yet to play this season

Sports - CBS Sports - October 25

This Simple Strategy Can Get People Talking About You Behind Your Back (in a Good Way)

When others are talking about you, make sure they’re telling the story you want told.

Business - Inc. - October 25

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