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'You just want this guy around': How a journeyman lineman became a cult hero in Detroit

The backup lineman gets huge ovations, even in road stadiums, when his name is announced. Here's how it happened and the man behind the cheers.

ESPN - Jan. 16

The FTC Suing John Deere Is a Tipping Point for Right-to-Repair

After years of complaints about “unlawful” repairability policies, the FTC is suing tractor manufacturer Deere & Company. Repairability advocates are calling it a milestone for consumer rights.

Wired - Jan. 15

Senate Dems spent Pam Bondi’s hearing talking about one guy. (No, not Trump.)

The fixation by Senate Democrats became clear early in the confirmation hearing for Donald Trump's attorney general pick.

Politico - Jan. 15

Caleb Williams on what he'd like in a Bears head coach: 'Selfishly, I want an offensive-minded guy'

After firing Matt Eberflus midseason, Chicago is casting a wide net for a new head coach — and Williams has some ideal qualities in mind.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15

Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza at closest point yet, say officials

Deal to end 15-month war and secure release of hostages ‘could come at any time’

Financial Times - Jan. 15

No One Should Be Scoring Political Points Over a Fire

It’s way too soon for ideological score settling.

The New York Times - Jan. 13

Analyzing the Weekend’s Key Soccer Talking Points

What’s up with Arsenal? Does the F.A. Cup need to change? Why does one of the Premier League’s most successful players want to leave?

The New York Times - Jan. 13

FA Cup: 10 talking points from the weekend’s third-round action

Tamworth’s heroes deserve better, Pep Guardiola tries to fire up Jack Grealish and Liverpool’s teenagers impress. Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 tactics have little place in English football, it was said. ...

The Guardian - Jan. 13

Pitt women's 32-point comeback ties NCAA record

Pittsburgh -- down by 32 points in the first half, still down by 31 at intermission -- tied the largest comeback in NCAA women's basketball history, rallying to stun SMU 72-59 on Sunday.

ESPN - Jan. 13

Pitt mounts record-tying 32-point comeback in stunning win over SMU: Panthers allow zero third-quarter points

After an ice cold first half, Pittsburgh erupted to the tune of a 54-10 run

CBS Sports - Jan. 12

Court ruling on Belgium’s conduct in colonial Africa hailed as turning point

Verdict of crimes against humanity for kidnap of mixed-race children could pave way for wider justice, activists say. A historic court ruling that found Belgium guilty of crimes against humanity ...

The Guardian - Jan. 12

Herro leads Heat with 32 points in a 119-98 win at Portland

Tyler Herro had 32 points, including seven 3-pointers, and the Miami Heat downed the Portland Trail Blazers 119-98 on Saturday night

ABC News - Jan. 12

Texans get 2 points on blocked extra point return vs. Chargers, 1st in NFL playoff history

Houston’s D’Angelo Ross returned a blocked extra point for two points in the fourth quarter of the Texans wild-card playoff game against the Los Angeles Chargers

ABC News - Jan. 11

Houston Texans return blocked extra point for two points after miracle touchdown

The Houston Texans scored an unusual two points after a breathtaking series of events in their wild-card playoff game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday.

NBC News - Jan. 12

LaVine scores 33 points as Bulls beat Wizards 138-105 for 5th win in 7 games

Zach LaVine scored 33 points and the Chicago Bulls beat the Washington Wizards 138-105

ABC News - Jan. 10

Magic's Paolo Banchero scores 34 points in return after missing 34 games with oblique injury

Banchero picked up where he left off before his injury, nearly leading the Magic to a win.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11

As wildfires devastate LA, Republicans point fingers at Democratic California leaders

Trump and Maga allies are using the fires to attack leaders like Newsom – possibly foretelling power struggles ahead. If ever a situation cried out for elevating national unity over political ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

A small fish is at the center of misinformation and finger-pointing over L.A. fires

President-elect Donald Trump inaccurately blamed water shortages in Los Angeles on policies meant to preserve an endangered fish called the Delta smelt.

NBC News - Jan. 10

NHL Power Rankings: Knights take command, plus each team's points pace vs. expectation

Another jumble atop the list gives us a new No. 1. Plus, a breakdown of how each team has performed vs. its preseason over/under from ESPN BET.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Relocation of Vikings-Rams game moves line by one point, so far

Before the Vikings-Rams game was moved from SoFi Stadium in L.A. due to the ongoing wildfires, Minnesota was favored by 1.5 points at DraftKings.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10

‘All good, guys’: Bentancur offers positive update after collapse at Spurs

Midfielder taken off on stretcher against Liverpool Uruguayan thanks wellwishers from hospital Tottenham’s Rodrigo Bentancur has provided a positive update on his health after a worrying ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

NHL's Biggest Shockers At The Halfway Point Are The Sabres, Rangers And Predators

Three NHL teams are the most shocking letdowns at the halfway point of this season despite big expectations at the beginning of the campaign.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Watch Charleston Southern Buccaneers vs. High Point Panthers: TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch Charleston Southern vs. High Point basketball game

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

Trotter's 10 Trends: Inside Duke's 3-point eruption, Florida stonewalls No. 1 Tennessee and more takeaways

Donovan Dent's no-look dimes and transfers who have changed their games are other top trends Isaac Trotter is tracking

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

Micah Parsons predicts Cowboys will be 'holding the trophy' next year 'point-blank, period'

Parsons has high hopes for his team in 2025

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

The Deep South has fallen to a college football low point

With no teams left in the College Football Playoff, the region's long-running domination of the sport appears to be at an end. So what gives?

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

Reed Sheppard's 49-point G League Debut: A turning point or temporary step amid NBA growing pains?

Sheppard fired at will Tuesday night, enjoying freedom he hadn't received as a Rockets rookie

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

No. 8 Florida rolls over No. 1 Tennessee, hands Vols first loss of season in 30-point blowout

The Volunteers were the last remaining undefeated team in the country.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

Isak’s razor-sharp edge provides painful point of contrast to Arsenal’s meanderings | Barney Ronay

Newcastle striker isn’t just a player Arsenal have wanted, but a type they have missed – there isn’t a better centre-forward in England right now. And here’s what you could have had. No, maybe ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Meta goes ‘MAGA’: Facebook adjusts fact-checking approach as Zuckerberg touts ‘free expression’ and cites ‘cultural tipping point’

“We’re going to work with President[-elect] Trump to push back on governments around the world that are going after American companies and pushing to censor more,” Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Tyler Bertuzzi Is Playing A Big Role In Connor Bedard’s Point Streak

The Chicago Blackhawks hope to see Tyler Bertuzzi continue developing chemistry with Connor Bedard.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

‘We haven’t stolen one point’: Arne Slot backs Liverpool to sustain quadruple pursuit

Head coach expects quiet January transfer window Slot ‘very happy with the team … they deserve club’s trust’ Arne Slot believes Liverpool have shown they possess the quality and depth to sustain ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

‘I’ll be the bad guy if I reject their offer’: My son and his wife want to buy our rental for half the market value. Is that fair to our other children?

“We charge them $1,450 per month for rent. Both parents contributed to their $100,000 wedding.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

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