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‘Focused’ Emma Raducanu wins in Miami but starts hunt for another coach
Vladimir Platenik has left two weeks into trial period Katie Boulter loses to Peyton Stearns in first round Emma Raducanu produced a calm, consistent performance to reach the second round of the ...The Guardian - 5d -
Leipzig's Henrichs focused on 'small goals' in return from horror injury
Germany and RB Leipzig defender Benjamin Henrichs is careful not to look too far ahead in his comeback from a horror Achilles rupture against Bayern Munich in December. "When Martin Terrier from ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Trump's latest sports-focused trip will be to the NCAA men's wrestling championships
President Donald Trump plans to attend the NCAA wrestling championships for the second time in three years, the latest example of how he has mostly limited travel early in his new term to trips ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Commanders focused on defense in latest four-round mock draft
The 2025 NFL draft is just over a month away and the latest four-round mock draft shows the Washington Commanders will focus on defense.Yahoo Sports - 20h -
Trump’s claim to revoke Biden’s pardons is bunk
There is no historical or Supreme Court precedent for “revoking” a predecessor’s pardon.The Hill - 6d -
Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto expected to be first MLB players to earn $100M in a single year, with a unique caveat
The two superstars are going to bank historic money this yearCBS Sports - 5d -
March Madness 2025: Walter Clayton Jr. stars as No. 1 Florida breaks No. 8 UConn's tourney win streak
UConn's historic win streak ends at 13.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Sources: Panthers' Horn gets historic deal for DB
Jaycee Horn has reached a four-year deal that averages $25 million per season, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Mar. 11 -
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Texas' potential bid adds to 'historic' SEC season
Texas, the No. 13 seed in the SEC tournament and on the bubble for the NCAA tournament, beat Texas A&M in double overtime to reach the quarterfinals.ESPN - Mar. 14 -
The enduring glow of London's historic gas lamps
London's gas lamps, which have cast their glow on the city for more than 200 years, have been nearly extinguished by the prevalence of cleaner, more efficient and brighter light sources, like LEDs. ...CBS News - Mar. 16 -
City wakes up to historic Newcastle win
Fans stay out all night, with one telling BBC Radio Newcastle that they are "lost for words".Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Germany set to vote on historic increase in defence spending
German MPs could pave the way for huge investments to defend Europe against a threatening Russia.BBC News - Mar. 18 -
Germany votes for historic boost to defence spending
The move alters the German constitution, allowing the country to increase its military spending.BBC News - 6d -
Penguins Goalie Prospect Continues Historic Run In AHL
Twenty-four hours after getting pummelled by the Providence Bruins, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins bounced back with a thrilling 3-2 overtime win on Saturday over the AHL's second-best team, ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Hurley: UConn's historic run ends with 'honor'
UConn coach Dan Hurley said there was "some honor" in the end to UConn's 13-game tournament win streak, which was halted in a narrow loss to Florida on Sunday.ESPN - 14h -
What to know about Steve Witkoff, a key figure in Trump's international negotiations
NBC News Chief International Correspondent Keir Simmons reports on U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff’s growing stature in the Trump administration as the U.S. engages in diplomatic talks around the ...NBC News - Mar. 7 -
NASCAR figuring out if building new track in Fontana is the 'right thing to do'
NASCAR says it doesn't want to abandon Southern California, but it isn't fully committing to building a short track on the former site of Auto Club Speedway in Fontana.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 10 -
Predicting the Next Baseball Stars to Sign 9-Figure Contracts
Dylan Cease of the Padres could be in line for a seven-year extension.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
FBI applauds Mexico's arrest and handover of '10 Most Wanted' gang figure
FBI Director Kash Patel applauded Mexican authorities Tuesday for the arrest and handover of one of the FBI’s “Ten Most Wanted” suspects, an alleged gang leader from El SalvadorABC News - 6d -
Monica Harrington was the hidden figure of Valve in its critical early years | The DeanBeat
It’s funny how people slip out of history. The story of Valve’s formation in its critical early years and how it made the original Half-Life is an inspiring one. I was one of the people who ...VentureBeat - 3d -
Monica Harrington was the hidden figure of Valve in its critical early years | The DeanBeat
It’s funny how people slip out of history. The story of Valve’s formation in its critical early years and how it made the original Half-Life is an inspiring one. I was one of the people who ...VentureBeat - 3d -
Monica Harrington was the hidden figure of Valve in its critical early years | The DeanBeat
It’s funny how people slip out of history. The story of Valve’s formation in its critical early years and how it made the original Half-Life is an inspiring one. I was one of the people who ...VentureBeat - 3d -
Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills five, including senior Hamas figure
Ismail Barhoum and medics die in attack, which Israel says was based on extensive intelligence. An Israeli airstrike on Sunday night hit the largest hospital in southern Gaza, killing five people, ...The Guardian - 14h -
Death by euthanasia in the Netherlands increased 10% in 2024, figures show
Watchdog urges ‘great caution’ with psychiatric illnesses after deaths in such cases rise to 219 from two in 2010. The number of people in the Netherlands who died by euthanasia increased by 10% ...The Guardian - 15h -
The Stock Market Can’t Figure Out If a Recession Is About to Hit
Wall Street’s earnings forecasts don’t suggest a downturn just yet.Inc. - 15h -
Turkey prosecutors request arrest of Istanbul mayor, Erdogan's top challenger
A court will decide whether the popular opposition figure will be jailed.ABC News - 2d -
Liverpool vs. Newcastle Livestream: How to Watch the Carabao Cup Final Soccer From Anywhere
Wembley beckons for the Reds and the Magpies in what could be a historic game for both teams.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Celtics to be sold to private equity co-founder for $6 billion, reports say
William Chisholm, a Massachusetts native and lifelong fan, will purchase the historic NBA franchise.NBC News - 4d -
PM reveals he watches Adolescence with family and backs call to tackle misogyny
The drama focuses on the impact of social media and misogynist influencers on some teenage boys.BBC News - 5d -
Sam Darnold not expected back with Vikings as team focuses on other options entering free agency, per report
This report comes after the Seahawks traded Geno Smith to the Raiders FridayCBS Sports - Mar. 8 -
Yadier Molina still has visions of being an MLB manager, but he's focused on family for now
Molina retired after the 2022 season with two World Series titles to his nameCBS Sports - Mar. 10 -
Treasury Secretary Bessent said the White House is focused on the 'real economy' and not concerned about 'a little' market volatility
essent said the administration is attentive to market moves, he predicted that both the economy and markets would prosper over time.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
Trump signs order to dismantle seven federal agencies focused on media, libraries, homelessness
President Trump on Friday signed an executive order that aims to eliminate seven federal agencies, including ones that focus on media, libraries, museums and ending homelessness. The president ...The Hill - Mar. 15 -
Defiant Slot focuses on Liverpool Premier League push after League Cup woe
Arne Slot was defiant after his Liverpool side ended a miserable week with defeat to Newcastle in the League Cup final on Sunday, switching the focus to the team's Premier League charge.- 'Tough ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
‘We grew up among drugs and violence. Dance kept us focused’: Oti Mabuse on Strictly, survival and self-belief
When Mabuse lost her brother, dance helped her grieve. Then it made her a star. She talks about her childhood in South Africa, life in Britain, and the ‘full-on’ training for her new tour. In news ...The Guardian - Mar. 17 -
Focused and motivated, Kernels carry confidence into Class AA state opener against ESD rival Huron
Mar. 18—MITCHELL — Three games, three days. It's that simple in the eyes of the Mitchell High School boys basketball team, as the Kernels head west with the ultimate goal of defending their 2024 ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
'We're hyped': After missing out on NCAA Tournament, Gonzaga women focused on WBIT opener
Mar. 19—It's not the biggest of dances, but at least the Gonzaga women's basketball team was selected. For the five departing players, it's one more home game. It'll be a clash of conference ...Yahoo Sports - 5d
