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Madrid play down 'unnecessary' fight after semi

Carlo Ancelotti called the on-field spat between Real Madrid and Real Mallorca's players "unnecessary" after Madrid's 3-0 win in their Spanish Supercopa semifinal in Saudi Arabia on Thursday.

ESPN - Jan. 10

London calling: Browns, Jets, Jags to play in U.K.

The Jets, Browns and Jaguars will each serve as the home team for games in London next season as part of the NFL's growing slate of international play.

ESPN - Jan. 10

The Liverpool fan set to play at Anfield for Accrington

Lifelong Liverpool fan Josh Woods was at Anfield to watch them beat Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League in November - now he's about to face them in the FA Cup.

BBC News - Jan. 10

WNBA free agency: Satou Sabally says she won't re-sign with Wings; Fever a potential home for All-Star forward

Sabally is an unrestricted free agent, but the Wings could 'core' her to gain exclusive negotiating rights

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

Musk, Zuckerberg and free speech

Can democracy function with Elon Musk’s idea of free speech?

BBC News - Jan. 9

Chadian government plays down gunshots in capital

According to an unconfirmed report, 19 people were killed in an incident near the presidential palace.

BBC News - Jan. 9

U.S. Funding Dispute With World Anti-Doping Agency Boils Over

After the Biden administration withheld funding to the agency, saying it had lost confidence in its ability to police elite athletes, WADA removed the United States from its board.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Iran Frees Italian Journalist Cecilia Sala

Sala’s arrest in Tehran last month had sparked fears of a lengthy hostage crisis. Italy is expected to free Iranian businessman, wanted by the U.S., as part of a deal.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 8

Belgium’s Food Agency Advises Against Eating Your Christmas Tree

The country’s food agency warned against using evergreens in food after the city of Ghent suggested an unusual form of recycling: spruce needle butter.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Indonesia places a $28bn bet on free school meals

President Prabowo Subianto wants to cater for 82mn students and pregnant mothers to boost growth and attainment

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Lawmakers play the market

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Dozens of lawmakers beat stock market: report More than two dozen lawmakers once ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Eagles have 'faith' in QB Hurts if cleared to play

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said he has a "lot of faith" in quarterback Jalen Hurts, who is still in concussion protocol, to get himself prepared in time for Sunday's wild-card matchup with the ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

A tree is just for Christmas, not for dinner, Belgian food agency warns

Message came after northern city of Ghent posted tips for recycling the conifer as a dish. At a time when most people have probably polished off their holiday leftovers, Belgium’s food agency has ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Where Giants can turn in free agency after missing out on Burnes

Who can the San Francisco Giants turn to next after missing out on signing free-agent pitcher Corbin Burnes? Alex Pavlovic weighs their options.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

WR Benson commits to play for Oregon in 2025

Wide receiver Malik Benson commits to Oregon.

ESPN - Jan. 7

The Top Remaining M.L.B. Free Agents at Each Position

There is still at least one superstar available, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Free Cars, Free Rent and Free Hotels: N.H.L. Rules You Might Not Know

Denying an autograph request leaves players subject to a fine.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Messi, Miami to play Feb. 8 friendly in Honduras

Mayor of San Pedro Sula Roberto Contreras revealed Inter Miami will travel to Honduras to face C.D. Olimpia in a friendly on Feb. 8 at the Estadio Olímpico Metropolitano.

ESPN - Jan. 6

CISA says 'no indication' other agencies impacted by Treasury hack

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) said Monday that there is “no indication” other federal agencies were impacted by the recent breach at the Treasury Department. The ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

49ers’ Charvarius Ward still dealing with PTSD after loss of daughter, may leave team in free agency because of it

"I had a lot of great times, but the worst thing that’s ever happened to me … happened in California."

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

What Dobbs seeks in free agency after historic 49ers start

Joshua Dobbs simply wants a chance to compete for a starting quarterback job or the primary backup role, and it's unclear if the 49ers offer him that opportunity.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Predicting Where the Best M.L.B. Free Agents Will Sign

Most in the industry believe Roki Sasaki will end up signing with the Dodgers. Our expert disagrees.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Why playing a 70-year-old bat mitzvah student was so freeing for Carol Kane

Carol Kane really wanted to work with Jason Schwartzman. Then she found out about the director's unusual approach to filmmaking.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 6

Cowboys' Micah Parsons pushing to be paid like 'best in the business' and sign before free agency

Dallas owner/general manager Jerry Jones will need some convincing on that timeline, which is why talks begin on Friday

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

South Korean anti-corruption agency asks police to detain impeached Yoon

Its investigators failed to bring him to custody after an hours-long standoff.

ABC News - Jan. 5

Bucs' Whitehead in accident, won't play Sunday

Buccaneers starting safety Jordan Whitehead was involved in an automobile accident on his way to the team facility Saturday and will not play in Sunday's game against the Saints, the team announced.

ESPN - Jan. 4

ATF chief warns that agency cuts could result in dire consequences

Congressional Republicans proposed $188 million in cutbacks to the agency this year, alleging the ATF overreaches and places too many restrictions, including on pistol braces.

CBS News - Jan. 4

PSU's Franklin: 'Too early' to say if Carter plays

Penn State coach James Franklin says it's "too early" to determine whether All-American defensive end Abdul Carter (shoulder) will play in the CFP semifinals against Notre Dame.

ESPN - Jan. 4

McDaniel: Tua (hip) 'unlikely' to play vs. Jets

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is "unlikely" to play in Sunday's regular season finale against the Jets, coach Mike McDaniel said Friday.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Star-studded transfer window on tap with free agency pending for Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, more

Elsewhere in today's edition of the Golazo Starting XI, will Christian Pulisic return for Milan?

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Federal agencies warn of copycat attacks after Bourbon Street rampage

Federal agencies including the FBI warned of the potential for copycat vehicle ramming attacks after the deadly rampage on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.

CBS News - Jan. 3

What the End of a U.N. Agency Would Mean for Palestinians

Israeli legislation will effectively halt work by Unrwa, the U.N. organization that provides food, education and medical treatment in the Palestinian territories.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

PlayStation Plus Free Games For January 2025 Revealed

PlayStation has revealed this month's batch of free games for PlayStation Plus subscribers. All PS Plus members will be able to claim a trio of freebies starting January 7: Suicide Squad: Kill the ...

GameSpot - Jan. 1

Bengals' Joe Burrow sends message to front office as Tee Higgins prepares to enter free agency

Burrow is hoping that Saturday isn't his last game with Higgins

CBS Sports - Jan. 1

Biden: 'Every agency' coordinating on New Orleans attack investigation

President Biden briefly spoke to reporters about the ongoing investigation after a car drove into a crowd on New Orleans' Bourbon Street. The president said he was coordinating with "every agency" ...

NBC News - Jan. 1