Tommy Brown, a Teenage Talent for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Dies at 97

Pasadena Teenager Starts Donation Drive to Help Girls Affected by California Wildfires

An eighth grader started a donation drive for teenagers whose homes burned in Los Angeles. Ariana Grande, Prince Harry, Meghan and others have chipped in.

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Tommy Brown, a Teenage Talent for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Dies at 97

He was 16 when he made his debut as a shortstop in an Ebbets Field doubleheader, becoming the youngest position player in modern major-league history.

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Teenager Tien stuns Medvedev in late five-set thriller

Fifth seed Daniil Medvedev is out of the Australian Open after losing a five-set thriller to teenager Learner Tien in the biggest upset of the tournament so far.

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Tommy Brown, Brooklyn teammate of Jackie Robinson and last surviving member of 1947 Dodgers, dies at 97

Brown was the youngest player to homer in MLB

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Teenager guilty of murdering schoolgirl outside shopping centre

A jury rejects Hassan Sentamu's defence of diminished responsibility over Elianne Andam's stabbing.

BBC News - 22h

Molly-Mae on 'kiss' with Tommy: 'It's complicated'

The former Love Island star says she and her ex, Tommy Fury, are "figuring out" their situation.

BBC News - 1d

For These Teenagers in Ukraine, Hope Arrived at the Stage Door

The students in a summer acting course performed a play set in America, called, “It’s okay!” And it gave them hope that their lives would be OK, too.

The New York Times - 2d

Sources: Dodgers, Pads, Jays are Sasaki finalists

The Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and Toronto Blue Jays are finalists to sign Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Monday, the same day the New York Yankees were ...

ESPN - 3d

Paul Oreffice, a Combative Chief of Dow Chemical, Dies at 97

He led the company as it flourished in the ’70s and ’80s while confronting veterans and environmentalists over its toxic products like Agent Orange and dioxin.

The New York Times - 6d

America can't afford to lose the high-skilled talent race in today's competitive markets

America’s real competitive edge lies in its people. If we fail to act, today’s political skirmishes will become tomorrow’s lost opportunities.

The Hill - 6d

MLB bans two fans who grabbed LA Dodgers' Betts

Two fans are banned from all Major League Baseball stadiums indefinitely after ripping the ball out of Los Angeles Dodgers fielder Mookie Betts' glove last year.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Domantas Sabonis has 23 points and career-high 28 rebounds as Kings rally to beat Celtics 114-97

Domantas Sabonis had 23 points and a career-high 28 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings used a fourth quarter rally to beat the Boston Celtics 114-97

ABC News - 6d

Baltimore Orioles top prospects 2025: Samuel Basallo leads endless supply of new talent

The Orioles, once again, boast top talent ready to make waves, but there's not enough room

CBS Sports - 6d

Dodgers acquire pitcher Jose Vasquez from Twins for catcher Diego Cartaya

Cartaya played 93 games at Double-A Tulsa and Triple-A Oklahoma City last season. The 23-year-old Venezuelan had 66 home runs and 235 RBIs in 363 minor league games for the Dodgers.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Dodgers trade Diego Cartaya, face potential arbitration hearing with Alex Vesia

The Dodgers protected Diego Cartaya, the crown jewel of their highly touted farm system, for years. Injuries and poor performance prompted a change.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Teenager dies after bus station stabbing

A murder investigation begins and parts of a town centre are cordoned off after a 17-year-old dies.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Classic Chris Farley Comedy Tommy Boy Getting A 4K Steelbook Blu-Ray Edition

Tommy Boy (4K steelbook) ...

GameSpot - Jan. 8

USWNT host 'Futures Camp' along-side senior camp as Emma Hayes evaluates the state of America's talent pool

The two camps bring a combined 50 players together in January as Hayes looks to guide the future of the program

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

What does the Gavin Lux trade mean for the Dodgers and Reds in 2025?

Lux adds an above-average lefty bat to a Cincinnati lineup that needed a boost and clears some room in the Los Angeles infield.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

Reds acquire infielder Lux from champion Dodgers

The Cincinnati Reds acquired veteran infielder Gavin Lux, 27, from the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, the teams announced Monday night, in exchange for a competitive balance Round A ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Dodgers trade Gavin Lux to Cincinnati Reds in wake of Hyeseong Kim signing

Days after signing Hyeseong Kim, the Dodgers trade Gavin Lux to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for a competitive balance pick and prospect Mike Sorota.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

Reds land infielder Gavin Lux in deal with Dodgers

Gavin Lux is fresh off a World Series run with the Dodgers.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Johnson: My teenage son has 'no role' with Jets

Jets owner Woody Johnson insists his teenage son has no influence on the team's decisions and referred to a recent report about the organization's dysfunction as a "smear piece."

ESPN - Jan. 6

Touchdown Tommy! Montana State's Mellott wins Walter Payton Award as top FCS offensive player

Montana State quarterback Tommy Mellott won the Walter Payton Award as the Football Championship Subdivision offensive player of the year Saturday night, two days before the top-ranked Bobcats face ...

ABC News - Jan. 4

Hamas Releases Video of Teenage Israeli Soldier Held Hostage in Gaza

Liri Albag, 19, is one of about 100 hostages believed to remain held in the enclave nearly 15 months after the Hamas-led attacks on Israel.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Protesters march in London for release of teenage boy in Dubai jail

Marcus Fakana from north London was convicted of having sex with British girl, now 18, when they were on holiday. Protesters have marched through central London calling for the release of a ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Teenage kicks - what makes darts sensation Luke Littler so good?

Luke Littler has become darts' youngest world champion. BBC Sport looks at the qualities that have taken him to the top.

BBC News - Jan. 4

Da Silva scores career-high 25 points, Magic overcome loss of Suggs to beat Raptors 106-97

Tristan da Silva scored a career-high 25 points and the Orlando Magic overcame the loss of guard Jalen Suggs to back spasms to beat the struggling Toronto Raptors 106-97 on Friday night

ABC News - Jan. 3

Sources: Dodgers, Hyeseong Kim agree to deal

The Dodgers are in agreement with Korean infielder Hyeseong Kim on a three-year, $12.5 million contract, sources confirmed.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Dodgers, Hyeseong Kim agree to 3-year deal with $12.5 million guaranteed

Kim was posted last month and has played the past six seasons with the KBO's Kiwoom Heroes.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

Elon Musk Trolls Britain and Defends Tommy Robinson in Flurry of Social Media Posts

In a barrage of posts rife with misinformation, he revived questions about a child sex abuse scandal, vilified the prime minister and defended a jailed far-right agitator.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Who is Tommy Robinson and why does Elon Musk want him freed from jail?

A convicted fraudster with a violent criminal record, Tommy Robinson has become the latest cause championed by the richest person on the planet, Elon Musk.

NBC News - Jan. 3

‘Sending talent over the edge’: How Freddie the Falcon’s wild stunts have made him Atlanta’s MVP this season

Fly alongside Freddie the Falcon, Atlanta's daredevil mascot.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

Teenager Littler aims for Ally Pally immortality

Luke Littler was throwing darts while still in his nappy. On Friday, the teenager could take the final step of a journey that began almost as soon as he could walk.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Why LSU football is the 2025 transfer portal cycle's big winner: Tigers beef up roster with prime talent

Brian Kelly faces a must-win season in 2025 and has added the transfer portal talent to help

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Elon Musk’s calls for Tommy Robinson release anger Labour MPs

Billionaire ally of Donald Trump also accuses Keir Starmer on X of failing to prosecute child rapists in Oldham. Elon Musk has caused anger by calling for the release of Tommy Robinson and accusing ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Two teenagers killed in New Year's Day crash

A boy aged 16 and an 18-year-old man died in the crash in East Yorkshire, police say.

BBC News - Jan. 1

Aaron Brown, CNN Anchor During the Sept. 11 Attacks, Dies at 76

He was still in training when he was rushed into live coverage of the collapse of the World Trade Center, and his broadcast became one of the enduring records of the day.

The New York Times - Jan. 1

In memoriam: Team17 cofounder Martyn Brown and other game devs who died in 2024

Martyn Brown, cofounder of Team17 and a 35-year game industry veteran, has passed away at age 57. Brown started Team17 with Debbie Bestwick and Michael Robinson in 1990. Brown helped create more ...

VentureBeat - Dec. 30

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