WNBA awards Portland an expansion franchise that will begin play in 2026
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The New York Times - Health
Research Leading to Ozempic Honored by 2024 Lasker Awards
Three scientists were recognized by the Lasker Awards for their work on the GLP-1 hormone. Others were honored for work to stop H.I.V. and for immune system discoveries.1 hour ago -
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Wimbledon expansion given planning boost
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How Patriots can make franchise history vs. Jets on TNF
The Patriots have a chance to accomplish a franchise first if they can continue their rushing success in Thursday's game against the Jets.4 hours ago - NFL -
Inc. - Business
Portland, a Hub of Women's Sports, Gets New WNBA Franchise
The owners of the city's National Women's Soccer League, the Portland Thorns, will operate the still unnamed team, which is scheduled to start play in 2026.4 hours ago - WNBA -
NBC News - Top stories
Jailed Cuban dissident leader wins Norwegian human rights award
The Rafto prize was given to Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara for his “fearless opposition to authoritarianism through art.”6 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Could North Carolina be in play for the Democrats?
Also in today’s newsletter, Teamsters opts against presidential endorsement and what the Fed’s rate cut means for the election7 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
What to know about Portland's WNBA expansion franchise
Here's what we know about the expansion draft and where the team will play.8 hours ago - WNBA -
BBC News - Top stories
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games - What do we know so far?
Full details are expected to be released when the proposals are confirmed by the Commonwealth Games Federation.14 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Oregon Senator Ron Wyden says Sabrina Ionescu is 'fired up' about Portland expansion team
Ionescu will be a free agent in 2026, when the Portland franchise is set to enter the league15 hours ago -
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
How Warriors' summer of discovery shaped franchise's greatness
The summer of 2014 changed the Golden State Warriors' trajectory and helped shape the dynasty to follow, Monte Poole writes.19 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
WNBA awards Portland an expansion franchise that will begin play in 2026
The WNBA is headed back to Portland, with Oregon's biggest city getting an expansion team that will begin play in 202620 hours ago - WNBA -
CBS News - Top stories
NASA's "Hidden Figures" awarded Congressional Gold Medal
The women who contributed to NASA's success in the space race were recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal Wednesday, the highest civilian honor bestowed by Congress. They included the four ...20 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
NASA's 'Hidden Figures' awarded Congressional Gold Medal for groundbreaking work
The Black NASA female mathematicians and aeronautical engineers referred to as the "Hidden Figures" were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal this week.21 hours ago -
The New York Times - Sports
W.N.B.A. Announces Expansion to Portland, Ore.
The league’s 15th franchise will begin play in 2026.23 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Mica Ertegun’s Collection on Auction at Christie’s
The society fixture, decorator and philanthropist Mica Ertegun helped define the tastes of an era. Now her great collections are going on the block.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
WNBA adds 15th franchise with return to Portland
Portland's new WNBA team will be owned by RAJ Sports, led by controlling owner Lisa Bhathal Merage and her brother, Alex Bhathal -- who also are the majority owners of the NWSL's Portland Thorns. ...Yesterday - WNBA -
The New York Times - Business
Boeing to Begin Temporary Layoffs Due to Strike
The aerospace giant said it would temporarily lay off tens of thousands of employees to stem losses from a walkout by the machinists’ union.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Grant Thornton US among shortlist of bidders for UK franchise
Buyout firms EQT and Permira are also in the running for the mid-tier accountancy firmYesterday - United Kingdom -
CNBC - Business
WNBA to add expansion team in Portland, bringing league to 15 franchises
The WNBA is adding another team in Portland in 2026, joining other expansion franchises in San Francisco and Toronto.Yesterday - WNBA -
CBS Sports - Sports
WNBA awards Portland new expansion franchise: League's 15th team will begin play in 2026
The yet unnamed team will play its home games at the Moda CenterYesterday - WNBA -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
WNBA awards Portland expansion franchise that will begin play in 2026
Portland, Golden State and Toronto will all be joining the league over the next two years.Yesterday - WNBA -
ESPN - Sports
The return of the SuperSonics, conference realignment and other big NBA expansion questions
Now that the NBA's TV deal is complete, expansion is up next. So when will it happen and who will be involved?Yesterday - NBA -
ESPN - Sports
Awards tracker: Wilson, Clark are unanimous picks
The final week of the regular season is upon us, which means it's time for voters to submit official award ballots.Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Napheesa Collier's stellar play has led the Minnesota Lynx to the top of the WNBA
Napheesa Collier has raised her play even higher after helping the United States win its eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Pentagon Awards Startup Rocket Motor Maker Ursa Major $12.5 Million
The Pentagon turns to smaller private companies as it tries to build up supplies depleted by supporting Ukraine and Israel.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Scotland agrees to host Commonwealth Games in 2026
A scaled-down version of the event, featuring fewer sports and athletes, will return to Glasgow.2 days ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
NBA expansion team in Seattle could use SuperSonics name, keep franchise history, per report
The NBA has been rumored to add an expansion team back in Seattle for quite some time2 days ago - NBA -
Financial Times - Business
Glasgow to host scaled-back Commonwealth Games in 2026
Scottish city secures bid after Victoria pulls out due to concerns over spiralling costs2 days ago -
ABC News - Sports
Boston Marathon lowers qualifying times for most prospective runners for 2026 race
Runners hoping to qualify for the 2026 Boston Marathon are going to have to pick up the pace2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Glasgow to host 2026 Commonwealth Games after rescue deal agreed
Scottish government accepts scaled-down version of event after ‘multimillion-pound’ Australian offer. The Scottish government has agreed a rescue deal for a scaled-down version of the 2026 ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Entertainment
Motown Museum reveals opening date, new renderings inside expansion
The 40,000-square-foot project, which will include a cafe and immersive and interactive exhibits, is expected to open in summer 2026.2 days ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
Emmy Awards ratings up more than 50%, reversing record lows
The Emmys telecast on ABC reached nearly 7 million viewers, a jump of more than 50% from the record low of the last ceremony in January2 days ago