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Hong Kong's biggest pro-democracy party gets mandate to move closer to disbandment
Hong Kong’s biggest pro-democracy party has received its members’ mandate to proceed with steps toward a potential disbandment, part of the erosion of political freedoms as China cracks down on ...ABC News - 2d -
Virgil van Dijk’s header sinks West Ham to edge Liverpool closer to title
When Liverpool fans next congregate at Anfield in two Sundays’ time it should be for an occasion they have craved for 35 years: the celebration of a league title triumph in person. This visit was ...The Guardian - 2d -
‘Closer to our dreams’: Van Dijk proud as Liverpool move 13 points clear
‘It was emotional because of Hillsborough anniversary’ Slot says focus is on getting two more wins, not contracts Arne Slot said Liverpool’s only focus is on securing the two wins needed to ...The Guardian - 2d -
McDavid, Oilers wrap up a playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the Sharks
Connor McDavid had four assists and the Edmonton Oilers wrapped up a playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Friday nightABC News - 4d -
Rory McIlroy wins 2025 Masters after sudden-death playoff with Justin Rose
Rory McIlroy held on to win the 89th Masters Tournament in a one-hole playoff on Sunday, earning his fifth major championship and first since 2014.NBC News - 2d -
Neutrinos Are Shrinking, and That’s a Good Thing for Physics
A new estimate of the ghostly particle’s maximum possible mass brings physicists a tad closer to understanding the universe.The New York Times - 5d -
A Crisis at a British Steel Mill Has Cast a Shadow Over U.K.-China Relations
Britain was edging closer to China, but a dispute at a Chinese-owned steel company in the U.K. may prompt a rethink.The New York Times - 1d -
Flames beat Minnesota 4-2 to prevent the Wild from clinching a playoff spot
Nazem Kadri scored his 32nd goal of the season on a second-period power play and the Calgary Flames beat Minnesota 4-2 on Friday night to prevent the Wild from clinching a playoff spot Friday nightABC News - 3d -
WHL Playoffs: Spokane Chiefs enjoy break between series, face Victoria in Western Conference semifinal
Apr. 12—The Spokane Chiefs dispatched the Vancouver Giants in five games in the first round of the Western Hockey League Western Conference playoffs, reaching the second round for the first time ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Maple Leafs beat Canadiens 1-0 in OT, preventing Montreal from wrapping up a playoff spot
Mitch Marner scored at 36 seconds of overtime to give the Toronto Maple Leafs a 1-0 victory over Montreal and prevent the Canadiens from wrapping up a wild-card playoff spot Saturday night. Marner ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Maple Leafs beat Canadiens 1-0 in OT, preventing Montreal from wrapping up a playoff spot
Mitch Marner scored at 36 seconds of overtime to give the Toronto Maple Leafs a 1-0 victory over Montreal and prevent the Canadiens from wrapping up a wild-card playoff spot Saturday nightABC News - 3d -
Timberwolves secure playoff spot with 116-105 win over Jazz behind 43 points from Anthony Edwards
Anthony Edwards had 18 of his 43 points in the third quarter to help the Minnesota Timberwolves pull away from the Utah Jazz for a 116-105 victory on Sunday to secure a spot in the playoffs and ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Rory McIlroy secures career grand slam with dramatic Masters playoff win over Justin Rose
Northern Irishman shot 73 before playoff Secures first major since 2014 PGA Championship Rory McIlroy, Masters champion. Four words that belie what this remarkable Northern Irishman achieved on ...The Guardian - 2d -
Adam Fantilli scores twice as the Blue Jackets beat the Capitals to remain in playoff contention
Adam Fantilli scored twice, Jet Greaves made 29 saves to win his third start in four days and the Columbus Blue Jackets remained in playoff contention by beating the Eastern Conference-leading ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
‘This team is historic:’ Thunder fans welcome the team home at Will Rogers International Airport for playoffs
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The playoff bound Oklahoma City Thunder were welcomed back to OKC with cheering fans at Will Rogers International Airport Sunday. Fans came from across the metro and beyond ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Colts 2025 NFL draft prospect primer: Kansas State RB DJ Giddens
Next up in our Colts' 2025 NFL draft prospect preview, let's take a closer look at Kansas State RB DJ Giddens.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Geologist warns minerals bonanza in Greenland is a mirage
Geologist Minik Rosing refutes claims from the Trump administration about untapped mineral riches in Greenland. The U.S. should look closer to home to secure the future.CBS News - 2d -
Former Kraken Forward Suffers Injury Ahead Of Playoffs
Former Seattle Kraken and current Tampa Bay Lightning forward Oliver Bjorkstrand has suffered a lower-body injury and will be out week-to-week.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Baldwin's pinch-hit single in 9th lifts White Sox over Red Sox 3-2
Pinch-hitter Brooks Baldwin lined an RBI single off Boston closer Aroldis Chapman with one out in the bottom of the ninth, lifting the Chicago White Sox to a 3-2 win over the Red SoxABC News - 3d -
Liverpool vs West Ham – Predicted lineup and team news
Liverpool welcome West Ham United to Merseyside on Sunday with the aim to take one step closer to the Premier League title.Despite a recent dip, optimism is high around Anfield after the news that ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Liverpool can win the Premier League title next week after Arsenal draw against Brentford
Liverpool moved closer to winning the Premier League title as Arsenal suffered a 1-1 draw against Brentford at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.The Gunners looked on course for a victory after ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
UK could target parts of Chinese state under new foreign influence rules
Exclusive: Government is weighing up security concerns against economic benefits of closer ties with Beijing. The government could target parts of China’s security apparatus under new foreign ...The Guardian - 2d -
Woll makes 25 saves to help the Maple Leafs top the slumping Hurricanes 4-1
Joseph Woll made 25 saves and the Toronto Maple Leafs moved closer to clinching the Atlantic Division title by defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 on Sunday, reaching the 50-win mark. Pontus ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Stanley Cup playoff watch: What's at stake in Sunday's games
From clinching scenarios to first-round matchups and draft lottery order, here's what to monitor.ESPN - 2d -
Jim Nantz calls Rory McIlroy's historic 2025 Masters win in playoff
Jim Nantz's voice is synonymous with the Masters. He's anchored CBS's coverage since 1989, but there's one phrase he hasn't called, until now.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NBA playoff picture: Final standings, bracket, first-round matchups
The 2024-25 NBA regular season concluded Sunday, when seed Nos. 1 through 6 in each conference clinched their spots. Now, the Play-In awaits.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Timberwolves beat Utah, lock up playoff matchup with Lakers
Just a month ago, Anthony Edwards said Timberwolves players “all thought” they were play-in bound. “We just knew it was gonna happen,” he said. It sure felt like it at the time. Back-to-back losses ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Columbus Blue Jackets sweep Washington Capitals to keep playoff hopes afloat
Two more goals for Fantilli, another great goaltending performance from Greaves power the Blue Jackets to a sweep of the Capitals.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Ten birdies not enough as Rose falls to McIlroy in Masters playoff
Justin Rose says he produced some of the finest golf of his career at the 89th Masters, but even with a 10-birdie final round, he didn't leave Augusta National with a green jacket."Definitely I'm ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Fantilli and Greaves are the latest contributors in keeping the Blue Jackets' playoff hopes going
Johnny Gaudreau's jersey has occupied a stall in the Columbus Blue Jackets' locker room all season after his tragic death last summer. The Blue Jackets beat the Eastern Conference-leading ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Justin Rose came painfully close to winning the Masters, and ruining golf history, once again: 'It hurts'
Justin Rose has now lost in a playoff at the Masters twice in his career.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
What's at stake on final day of NBA regular season? Playoff clinching scenarios for Warriors, Nuggets, more
Sunday's finales will decide the final seven seeds in the Western Conference postseason pictureCBS Sports - 2d -
Where to watch Warriors vs. Clippers: TV channel, live stream online, odds with NBA playoff spot on the line
Warriors vs. Clippers is the biggest game as the NBA regular season wraps up SundayCBS Sports - 2d -
Harden, Leonard lead Clippers past Warriors 124-119 in OT to secure fifth seed in West playoffs
James Harden hit consecutive 3-pointers in overtime, a pair of free throws and scored on Jimmy Butler’s goaltending to finish with 39 points and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard added 33 points, and the ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
NBA Playoffs 2025: Western Conference matchups set as Nuggets secure No. 4 seed, Clippers beat Warriors in OT
Here's how things shook out in the West after a packed final day of regular-season play.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
What is Masters playoff format? Rory McIlroy battles Justin Rose for green jacket
Drama is building at the 2025 Masters as the biggest names in golf play in Augusta. The winner of the green jacket will come down to sudden death.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
The Masters: Rory McIlroy defeats Justin Rose in playoff for his green jacket, completes grand slam
Rory McIlroy won The Masters on Sunday afternoon, completing his quest for the coveted green jacket.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Rory McIlroy wins exhilarating Masters in playoff over Justin Rose, captures career Grand Slam
McIlroy, in dramatic fashion, earned his first green jacket and became the sixth man in history to win all four of the modern majors.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
McIlroy wins Masters Tournament in playoff over Rose, at long last completes career Grand Slam
Apr. 13—AUGUSTA — Rory McIlroy finally has his long-awaited green jacket. It was anything but easy. McIlroy, the second-ranked player in the world, overcame an early double bogey and a ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 Masters playoff format, rules, holes: How it works for Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose at Augusta National
What happens at the Masters if golfers are tied at 72 holes? Let's break it downCBS Sports - 2d
