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Meta taps employee workflows to boost AI agent capabilities

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:19:12 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Meta is rolling out internal tracking software that records how employees interact with their computers, as the company seeks to improve its artificial intelligence systems using real-world work behavior.

The program will capture mouse movements, clicks, and keystrokes from U.S.-based employees, according to internal memos seen by Reuters, forming part of a broader effort to develop AI a

Oil surges again as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens uncertainty

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:06:37 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Oil prices rose sharply in early trading on April 19 after renewed tensions between the United States and Iran disrupted tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy supplies.

U.S. crude climbed 6.4 percent to US$87.90 per barrel shortly after trading resumed on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, while Brent crude, the international benchmark, rose 5.8 p

Air Canada cuts JFK service for 5 months amid rising fuel prices

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:02:08 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: Air Canada will suspend flights to New York's JFK International Airport for nearly five months as soaring jet fuel costs linked to the Iran war force airlines to cut less profitable routes.

Canada's flag carrier said it will halt services from Toronto and Montreal to JFK starting June 1, with operations set to resume on October 25. Flights to the New Y

Meta layoffs to start May 20, with further cuts likely in 2026

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:14:47 GMT

NEW YORK CITY/SAN FRANCISCO: Meta Platforms is set to begin a major round of layoffs on May 20 as part of a broader restructuring tied to its aggressive push into artificial intelligence, with additional job cuts expected later this year.

The parent of Facebook and Instagram plans to reduce its global workforce by about 10 percent, roughly 8,000 employees, in the first wave, a

Fuel shortages may disrupt summer travel across Europe and Asia

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:40:30 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: A deepening jet fuel crunch linked to the Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is raising fears of higher airfares, reduced flight schedules, and broader disruptions to global travel in the coming weeks, particularly across Europe and Asia.

In an interview with the Associated Press, International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol warned that Europe may have only "m

"He wanted us to strike": Ex-US top official reveals three presidents rejected Netanyahu's Iran war push before Trump agreed

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:32:14 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 23 (ANI): Former US Secretary of State John Kerry has revealed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously proposed a military conflict with Iran to multiple American leaders, all of whom rejected the overture.

During an appearance on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Kerry detailed how previous administrations resisted the push for war. Discussing the internal deliberat

Trump urges Iran to make deal, says "they have to use common sense"

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:31:30 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 23 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has issued a direct appeal to the Iranian leadership, calling for a diplomatic breakthrough to end the current standoff between Washington and Tehran.

In an interview with CNBC, the President suggested that the Islamic Republic could secure a prosperous future by committing to a new agreement. He expressed confidence that a diplomatic resolution would

DC United ends scoring drought, earns 4-4 draw with Red Bulls

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:25:12 GMT

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Tai Baribo scored his third goal in the 80th minute as D.C. United ended a long scoring drought and escaped with a 4-4 draw in an adrenaline-fueled match against the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night in Harrison, N.J.

Jackson Hopkins added a goal and an assist for D.C. United (2-4-3, 9 points), who rallied from a two-goal deficit. D.C. has not won in its last five

Behind Mark Vientos' clutch hit, Mets edge Twins, snap 12-game skid

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:19:22 GMT

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Mark Vientos redeemed himself for an earlier baserunning miscue by delivering the tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, and the host New York Mets snapped a 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.

The losing streak was the longest for the Mets since a 12-game skid from Aug. 10-23, 2002.

However, the much-needed victory may

Cincinnati tallies twice in closing minutes, earns draw vs. NYCFC

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:19:13 GMT

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Andrei Chirila scored in two minutes into second-half stoppage time and Evander converted a penalty kick three minutes later, helping FC Cincinnati rally to a 4-4 draw against host New York City FC on Wednesday.

Chirila, a 17-year-old homegrown defender, converted from outside the box for his first career MLS goal in his second match. NYCFC's Kevin O'Toole subsequentl

Max Fried dominates as Yankees nearly blank Red Sox again

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:40:34 GMT

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Amed Rosario had four RBI in just two plate appearances and Max Fried pitched eight shutout innings, leading the visiting New York Yankees to a 4-1 win over the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night.Rosario's three-run shot in the first inning was all that New York needed, as Fried (3-1) allowed just three hits and two walks while striking out nine, completing a masterful outin

Who's No. 2? Books shifting from Arvell Reese to David Bailey for Jets

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:40:22 GMT

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The New York Jets continue to hold their cards close to the vest when it comes to the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.

But the most popular online sportsbooks think they see a tell: Texas A&M pass rusher David Bailey has passed Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese as the favorite to be selected immediately after Indiana quarterback Fernando Mend

US Navy Secretary John C Phelan exits Trump administration amid West Asia conflict

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:58:31 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 23 (ANI): The US Department of War on Wednesday (local time) announced that Secretary of the Navy John C Phelan is stepping down with immediate effect, with Hung Cao set to take over as Acting Secretary of the Navy.

The development was confirmed by Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell, who thanked Phelan for his service and said the administration wishes him well in his future endeav

U.S.-NEW YORK-EARTH DAY-PROTEST

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:15:20 GMT

(260422) -- NEW YORK, April 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Protesters are taken into a bus by Police during an Earth Day protest in New York, the United States, on April 22, 2026. An Earth Day protest against the Trump administration's environmental policies was held in New York on Wednesday. (Xinhua/Zhang Fengguo)

Raiders back at No. 1, Jets comb best of Buckeyes

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:05:12 GMT

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Time is shorter and the wait is longer when the 2026 NFL Draft takes the stage in Pittsburgh on Thursday night.

The vagabond event marks a return to the home of the Steelers for the first time since 1948. Across three days, seven rounds and 257 total picks at Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium, which opened in 2001 as Heinz Field, player

Trump signals "possible" Iran talks within 36-72 hours as maritime tensions escalate in Hormuz

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:00:08 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 22 (ANI): In a day of high-stakes brinkmanship and conflicting signals, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday hinted at a 'possible' diplomatic breakthrough with Iran, even as maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten to collapse a fragile regional ceasefire.

The President's optimism, delivered via a text message to The New York Post, follows his decision to extend a two-week c

Braves promote RHP Didier Fuentes, shuffle rotation

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:55:13 GMT

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The Atlanta Braves promoted right-hander Didier Fuentes from Triple-A Gwinnett to start Wednesday's road game against the Washington Nationals.

Right-handed reliever Ian Hamilton was designated for assignment to make room on the roster for Fuentes.

The Braves pushed previously announced starter Martin Perez back to Thursday at Washington, giving fellow left-han

Projecting the top 32 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:19:13 GMT

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For the third time in four years, a Heisman Trophy winner is going No. 1 in the NFL draft.

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, who led the Hoosiers to an undefeated season and national championship, is headed to the Las Vegas Raiders with the top overall pick. Traveling the route last taken by LSU's Joe Burrow with the Heisman-natty-No. 1 pick trifecta, Mendoza is th

Led by CJ McCollum, Hawks look to seize series lead vs. Knicks

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:05:11 GMT

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CJ McCollum is filling the exact role the Atlanta Hawks had in mind when they acquired him in January. The veteran is not only scoring plenty of points, but he's also providing an experienced presence for a young team.

McCollum scored 32 points on Tuesday to spark Atlanta's fourth-quarter comeback and 107-106 road win against the New York Knicks. The best-of-seven fi

Dodgers turn to Ohtani to continue pitching success against Giants

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:05:05 GMT

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Shohei Ohtani hopes his second career start at San Francisco's Oracle Park is a longer version of his first when the Los Angeles Dodgers seek to even their three-game series against the Giants on Wednesday night.

Landen Roupp outdueled Yoshinobu Yamamoto in a 3-1 Giants win in the series opener on Tuesday, a game in which San Francisco used six pitchers to limit the tw

Juan Soto returns as Mets try to end 12-game skid vs. Twins

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:40:40 GMT

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Juan Soto finally is coming back to the New York Mets on Wednesday.

The Mets can only hope he brings their offense with him.

Soto will look to give the sinking Mets a much-needed jolt Wednesday, when he is expected to be activated from the injured list before New York hosts the Minnesota Twins in the middle contest of a three-game interleague series.

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton feels right at home vs. Red Sox at Fenway

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:40:26 GMT

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Teams at opposite ends of the American League East standings will meet Wednesday when the visiting New York Yankees take on the Boston Red Sox in the second game of a three-game series.The Yankees have a five-game lead over the last-place Red Sox following Tuesday night's 4-0 victory. It was the first time the Red Sox failed to score against the Yankees since 2022, and

After halting 8-game skid, Royals chase series win vs. Orioles

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:55:08 GMT

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Michael Wacha has been the brightest light amid a dismal start to the season for the Kansas City Royals.

Meanwhile, Chris Bassitt might have found a needed rhythm following a rough beginning to his Baltimore Orioles' tenure.

The two veteran right-handers will match up in the decisive contest of a three-game series on Wednesday afternoon in Kansas City, M

MLB roundup: Cubs score 7, win 7th straight as Phils' skid hits 7

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:55:13 GMT

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Shota Imanaga tossed seven stellar innings, Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch each drove in two runs and the streaking Chicago Cubs posted a 7-4 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday.

Imanaga (2-1) allowed just one run on three hits, striking out one and walking one for the Cubs, who won their major-league-leading seventh straight game. Suzuki and N

Randy Vasquez, Padres hand Rockies rare 1-0 home defeat

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:05:06 GMT

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Randy Vasquez pitched seven shutout innings and allowed just three hits for the San Diego Padres, who squeaked out a rare 1-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday in Denver.

It marked just the fourth time in Rockies history they lost a 1-0 game at Coors Field. The other three instances happened in 2006, with the Milwaukee Brewers last beating Colorado by that

Iran Says It Has Seized 2 Vessels In Strait Of Hormuz

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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Alireza Mahjub, secretary-general of Irans Labor House, an influential officially recognized labor organization, has said that more than 700,000 jobs have been lost during Iran's war with the United States and Israel.

Speaking at a press conference in Tehran on April 22, he sa

Trump Says Iran Spares 8 Women; Tehran Denies Death Penalty Claims

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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US President Donald Trump said he has learned that eight Iranian women "who were going to be executed tonight" would not be killed after he appealed to Tehran to release them. Iran's judiciary denied it and asserted that none of the women faced the death penalty.

Neither claim could immediately be verified.

Randy Vasquez, Padres hand Rockies 1-0 home defeat

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:40:38 GMT

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Randy Vasquez pitched seven shutout innings and allowed just three hits for the San Diego Padres, who squeaked out a rare 1-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday in Denver.

It marked just the fourth time in Rockies history they lost a 1-0 game at Coors Field. The other three instances happened in 2006, with the Milwaukee Brewers last beating Colorado by that

Iran rejects US conditions for negotiations; Trump unilaterally extended ceasefire: IRIB

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:58:52 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 22 (ANI): Iran has rejected the United States' conditions for negotiations, according to the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), even as US President Donald Trump announced an extension of the ceasfire.

The IRIB reported, 'Iran rejected the US conditions for negotiations; Trump unilaterally extended the ceasefire!.'

The IRIB further quoted Trump as saying that the decision t

Luke Keaschall powers late rally as Twins dump Mets

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:19:13 GMT

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Luke Keaschall's second RBI single of the game snapped a ninth-inning tie Tuesday night and helped the visiting Minnesota Twins rally past the slumping New York Mets 5-3.

In losing its 12th straight game, New York coughed up a 3-0 lead as closer Devin Williams melted down during the top of the ninth. Williams (0-1) didn't retire any of the five hitters he faced, wal

Giancarlo Stanton, Yankees shut out rival Red Sox to open trip

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:55:08 GMT

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Giancarlo Stanton hit a solo home run and collected three RBIs as the New York Yankees opened a three-game series with a 4-0 road victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday.

Stanton's home run came against Boston starter Connelly Early. It was his third home run of the season. He added a two-run double in the sixth.

Stanton, Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Randal Gri

Richardson Hitchins relinquishing IBF title after signing with Zuffa

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:55:14 GMT

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Just two weeks after revealing that he was signing with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, IBF super lightweight champion Richardson Hitchins is relinquishing his title to pursue welterweight competition instead, Hitchins announced on social media this week.

'I've outgrown 140 and my days at the weight is done,' he wrote on X. 'Let's go!!!'The IBF confirmed the move via a

Orlando City want attack to catch up to defense vs. Charlotte

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:55:14 GMT

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Orlando City will be hoping for a much-needed attacking breakthrough on Wednesday night when they host a Charlotte FC side in search of a second consecutive away victory.

Orlando (1-6-1, 4 points) has been one of Major League Soccer's most disappointing teams this season, costing former manager Oscar Pareja his job last month.

But there is some evidence that m

Red Bulls' struggling defense clashes with woeful D.C. offense

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:40:25 GMT

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D.C. United and the New York Red Bulls are struggling at the opposite ends of the pitch.

Over their last four MLS matches, D.C. United have failed to score. Meanwhile, over the Red Bulls' last four league games, they have surrendered 14 goals.

When the teams meet Wednesday night in Harrison, N.J., they will be seeking answers for their recent woes.

The lac

OKC's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA's top clutch performer

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the runaway winner in the Clutch Player of the Year award balloting, revealed Tuesday night.

Gilgeous-Alexander received 96 of 100 first-place votes in balloting for the Jerry West Trophy. He had 484 total points, well ahead of Denver Nuggets standout Jamal Murray (117) and Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Ed

US-Iran conflict: Trump extends ceasefire to allow Iran more time to come up with "unified proposal"

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:58:23 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 22 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) said he has decided to extend the ceasefire with Iran to give its leadership more time to come up with a unified proposal for negotiations.

He said the decision was taken after requests from Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. He said Iran's government appears 'seriously fractured' and n

US sanctions target Iranian weapons and UAV procurement networks

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:30:30 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 22 (ANI): The United States has imposed sanctions on 14 individuals, entities, and aircraft linked to Iran, targeting networks involved in procuring and transporting weapons and components for the Iranian regime, as per the release by the US Department of the Treasury.

The action was announced by the US Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control, which said those desig

US-Iran conflict: JD Vance's Pakistan trip for second round of talks put on hold

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:58:15 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 22 (ANI): US Vice President JD Vance's planned visit to Pakistan for a second round of talks with Iran has been put on hold after Tehran did not respond to the US proposals, according to a US official familiar with the matter on Tuesday, as cited by The New York Times.

Iran, meanwhile, said it has not yet decided whether to resume negotiations with the United States.

As the two-we

Mets to activate Juan Soto from IL on Wednesday

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:25:24 GMT

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Juan Soto might not recognize the Mets on Wednesday when he is scheduled to return from what will be a 15-game absence counting Tuesday's series opener with the Minnesota Twins.

The Mets placed Soto on the injured list April 6 with a calf injury he suffered on April 3 in a victory over the Giants and New York was off to a 4-4 start.

They've missed the All-Star o

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel chides own decisions in addressing Russini fallout

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:55:18 GMT

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Mike Vrabel admitted 'difficult conversations with people I care about' were necessary to address photos were published of the Patriots head coach and a former Athletic reporter.

Vrabel's comments to reporters Tuesday come approximately two weeks after the New York Post published pictures of Vrabel and journalist Dianna Russini holding hands and hugging at an adults-on

Suresh Triveni's 'Razaa' earns nomination at New York Indian Film Festival

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:01 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 21 (ANI): A short film 'Razaa', backed by ace filmmaker Suresh Triveni, has earned a nomination at the New York Indian Film Festival.

The film has enjoyed an impressive festival run with multiple international selections and wins, including recognition at prestigious platforms such as the Chicago South Asian Film Festival, Tasveer Film Festival, IDSFFK, and many more. Pooja Tol

Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto looks for first win vs. rival Giants

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:55:08 GMT

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto will be aiming for his first career win against the San Francisco Giants when the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers take on their rivals for the first time this season Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game series.

The Giants are expected to counter with their hottest pitcher, right-hander Landen Roupp (3-1, 2.38 ERA), who, like Yamamoto, ent

Aaron Judge, Ben Rice, Yankees take aim at rival Red Sox

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:40:24 GMT

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The rivalry is back, early.

For the first time since 2022, the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees are squaring off in April. Their initial three-game series of the season -- and their first encounter since the 2025 American League wild-card round -- begins Tuesday night in Boston.

New York, which holds a one-game lead over the Tampa Bay Rays atop the AL Eas

Ascending Cubs tap Shota Imanaga to face free-falling Phillies

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:19:12 GMT

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Trending in opposite directions, the Chicago Cubs host the reeling Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday in the second contest of a four-game series.

After Chicago's 5-1 victory in the opener on Monday, the Cubs extended their winning streak to six -- matching the Atlanta Braves for the longest in the majors. Chicago lowered its team ERA to 3.47 on Monday, as the pi

Trump extends Iran truce, keeps blockade as talks stall

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:04:54 GMT

The US president said the truce will hold until Tehran presents unified proposal to end the conflict

US President Donald Trump has announced he will extend the ceasefire with Iran until its leadership comes up "with a unified proposal," while maintaining the naval blockade. The decision comes hours before the fragile truce was set to expire, with planned talks in Islamabad still in limbo.

US-Iran talks in limbo as ceasefire deadline looms

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:04:54 GMT

Donald Trump has threatened Tehran with overwhelming military force, saying lots of bombs [will] start going off if no deal is reached

Iranian and US negotiators are set to arrive in Pakistan for a second round of talks as a shaky ceasefire is due to expire.

According to sources cited by both US and Iranian media, the delegations are due to arrive simultaneously in Islamabad on Tuesday even

Tom Hooper to direct movie adaptation of book 'Nineteen Steps'

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:47 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 21 (ANI): Millie Bobby Brown has roped in Academy Award winner Tom Hooper to direct the feature adaptation of her New York Times bestselling novel 'Nineteen Steps' for Netflix, reported Deadline.

As previously announced, Anthony McCarten, the four-time Oscar nominee behind films like 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'The Theory of Everything', is set to adapt the screenplay for the film, which i

NBA roundup: Behind CJ McCollum, Hawks rally to even series with Knicks

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:55:14 GMT

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CJ McCollum scored six of his game-high 32 points in the final two-plus minutes Monday night for the visiting Atlanta Hawks, who stormed back from an eight-point deficit in the last five minutes to stun the New York Knicks 107-106 in Game 2 of an Eastern Conference first-round series.

The Hawks ended on a 15-6 run to even the best-of-seven series at a game apiece.

USS Abraham Lincoln enforcing naval blockade near Iranian ports; Receives supplies during vertical replenishment: CENTCOM

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:31:56 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 21 (ANI): The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is operating in West Asia, enforcing a US naval blockade on vessels attempting to enter and depart Iranian ports and also received supplies during a 'vertical replenishment' in the Arabian Sea, according to the United States Central Command statement on Monday (local time).

In a post on X, CENTCOM said, 'Aircraft carrier USS Ab

"No problem meeting them": Trump signals direct talks with Iran, reports NY Post

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:31:36 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 21 (ANI): In a potential shift for regional diplomacy, US President Donald Trump has indicated a readiness to engage directly with the Iranian leadership prior to the high-stakes negotiations scheduled to take place in Islamabad, Pakistan.

The American leader suggested that he remains open to a personal summit with his counterparts in Tehran to resolve the ongoing conflict. According to

CJ McCollum, Hawks rally late, even series vs. Knicks

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:19:04 GMT

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The Hawks ended on a 15-6 run to even the best-of-seven series at a game apiece. Ga

Trump's social media diplomacy rattles fragile Iran peace talks as ceasefire deadline looms

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:30:57 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 21 (ANI): Efforts to broker an end to the seven-week conflict between the United States and Iran appeared to be on the brink of a breakthrough as the weekend drew near. However, the momentum shifted abruptly when President Donald Trump engaged in public posturing that threatened to derail delicate diplomatic channels, according to reports from CNN.

Breaking from the advice of his senior

Trump claims US "winning" against Iran ahead of crucial talks in Islamabad

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:58:28 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 21 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) claimed that the United States is in a strong position in its ongoing conflict with Iran, asserting that American military actions have weakened Tehran, even as fresh diplomatic talks are set to begin.

He said the US was 'winning' and that Iran's military capabilities had been significantly reduced, while also criticising section

Dodgers RHP Edwin Diaz (elbow surgery) out till second half

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:40:31 GMT

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Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz will undergo surgery on his pitching elbow Wednesday and is expected to be sidelined until the second half of the season.

The Dodgers announced Monday that Diaz will have the surgery at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic in the Los Angeles area to remove loose bodies from his right elbow.

Diaz, 32, was placed on the 15-day i

Mets try to avoid 12th straight loss while Twins feel their pain

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:19:10 GMT

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The Minnesota Twins have dropped four straight games and just lost Tuesday night's scheduled starting pitcher to the injured list. But the Twins will have some company in their misery Tuesday night.

Minnesota visits the downtrodden New York Mets in the opener of a three-game interleague series between a pair of struggling teams.

Nolan McLean (1-1, 2.28 ER

NBA draft tiebreakers: Post-lottery order now set

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:55:13 GMT

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The NBA held random drawings Monday to break six ties among teams with identical records, finalizing the post-lottery order for the 2026 NBA Draft.

One drawing was for a three-way tie at 45-37. The Phoenix Suns won the rights to the 16th pick, the Philadelphia 76ers won the second leg of that drawing to pick 17th and the Orlando Magic settled for the 18th choice.

Philadelphia to offer fans free World Cup transportation

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:55:04 GMT

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Fans leaving FIFA World Cup Games at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field will have access to free train rides home, the local organizing committee announced Monday.

SEPTA (the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) struck a partnership deal with World Cup sponsor AirBnB that covers any fans train ride along the B (Broad Street) line, beginning at ha

Astros place INF Nick Allen on IL, add INF Braden Shewmake

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:55:07 GMT

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The Houston Astros placed infielder Nick Allen on the injured list Monday with back spasms, while right-hander J.P. France was outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land.

To replace Allen on the active roster, the Astros selected the contract of newly acquired infielder Braden Shewmake from Sugar Land, while right-hander Cristian Javier (shoulder) was moved to the 60-day in

Reports: Odell Beckham Jr. works out for Giants

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:05:05 GMT

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A reunion between the New York Giants and former first-round pick Odell Beckham Jr. could be on the horizon after he reportedly worked out for the team and had a physical in the team facilityon Monday, according to reports from NFL Network and the New York Post.

Beckham, who played for new Giants coach John Harbaugh with Baltimore in 2023, met with Harbaugh at the NF

Nets sign Jordi Fernandez, staff to multi-year extensions

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:55:14 GMT

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The Brooklyn Nets announced multi-year extensions for head coach Jordi Fernandez and his entire coaching staff on Monday. Terms were not disclosed.

Fernandez, a longtime NBA assistant, just concluded his second season leading the Nets in his first NBA head-coaching gig. Over two seasons under his watch, Brooklyn has gone a combined 46-118 (.280).

Prior to Brookl

Spanish Catholic Church plagued by pedophiles media

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:33:51 GMT

More than 3,000 victims of sexual abuse and over 1,600 suspects have been identified in an eight-year-long probe by El Pais

More than 3,000 people have reportedly suffered sexual abuse as minors within the Spanish Catholic Church, according to a eight-year investigation by the El Pais newspaper which published its latest findings on Monday.

The outlet began collecting data on sex crimes wit

Twins place RHP Mick Abel (elbow) on injured list

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:55:24 GMT

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The Minnesota Twins placed right-hander Mick Abel on the 15-day injured list Monday with elbow inflammation.

The move is retroactive to Friday for Abel, who fanned a career-high 10 batters in seven shutout innings in his last start on April 14 against Boston.

Abel, 24, is 1-2 with a 3.98 ERA in four games (three starts) this season and has an active streak of

Big East commish Val Ackerman retiring after 13 years

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:40:35 GMT

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Big East Conference commissioner Val Ackerman announced her retirement on Monday after 13 years as one of the most powerful women in college sports.

Ackerman, 66, is leaving her position on Aug. 31. A national search for her successor will commence immediately, the league said in a news release.

'It's been an extraordinary honor for me to ser

Report: Giants unlikely to trade DE Kayvon Thibodeaux

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:05:10 GMT

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After trading one standout defensive lineman over the weekend, the New York Giants are now unlikely to move defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux, according to a report from NFL Network.

Thibodeaux, 25, is entering the fifth and final season of his rookie deal after he was selected fifth overall by the Giants in the 2022 NFL Draft.

The Giants, under new head c

Explainer: Will the ceasefire hold after U.S. seized Iranian cargo ship?

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:15:43 GMT

Iran cited the ongoing blockade as one of its primary reasons for calling off the expected negotiations. Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency went further, reporting that Tehran now considers a return to fighting more likely than continued diplomacy, and that the country is fully prepared for that scenario.

TEHRAN, April 20 (Xinhua) -- The already-strained ceasefire between Washington and Tehr

Coming off gem, Reid Detmers leads Angels vs. Jays

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:25:13 GMT

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Los Angeles Angels left-hander Reid Detmers will try to build on one of the best starts of his career when he takes the mound Monday night against the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays in the opener of a three-game series in Anaheim, Calif.Detmers (1-1, 3.57 ERA) comes off a 7-1 victory over the Yankees in New York last Tuesday. He allowed one run on f

Someone's got to win when Orioles, Royals skid into each other

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:55:15 GMT

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As poor as the Baltimore Orioles have played of late, things are much worse for the Kansas City Royals.

The visiting Orioles can avoid a sixth defeat in seven games by extending the Royals' losing streak to eight in a row on Monday night in the opener of a three-game set.

Baltimore won six of seven from April 6-13 but is 1-5 since then. The Orioles have total

Why Bulgaria's Gen-Z Chose Rumen Radev

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:10:02 GMT

On Sunday, Rumen Radev's "Progressive Bulgaria" coalition did something no Bulgarian political force has managed in years: it mobilized the country's youngest voters. Exit polls show that 34% of Bulgarians aged 18?30 cast their ballots for Radev's project, making it the dominant choice among young people by a significant margin. PP?DB, the pro?European reformist coalition, came in second with 22% of the youth vote, whi

Woman with glam lifestyle held at US airport; charged with brokering deals for Iran drones, bombs, ammo for Sudan

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:59:35 GMT

Los Angeles [US], April 20 (ANI): The 44-year-old Iranian woman with a US Green Card who was arrested by US Federal authorities on Saturday night at Los Angeles International Airport on suspicion of trafficking weapons on the Iranian government's behalf is expected to be produced in court on Monday, according to officials cited by local media.

In a post on X, First Assistant US Attorney Bill Essayli said Shamim M

On 5-game win streak, Cubs aim to add to Phillies' woes

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:55:24 GMT

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A five-game winning streak wasn't enough to lift the Chicago Cubs out of last place in a tightly packed National League Central.

But the Cubs will get another chance to torment another NL East team on Monday night, when they continue a homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies in the opener of a four-game series.

Colin Rea (2-0, 3.63 ERA) is slated to take th

MLB roundup: Cubs rally late, walk off in 10 as Mets' skid hits 11

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:19:12 GMT

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Nico Hoerner lofted a walk-off sacrifice fly in the 10th inning for the host Chicago Cubs, who completed a three-game sweep of the reeling New York Mets with a 2-1 win on Sunday afternoon.

Michael Conforto, who spent the first seven seasons of his major league career with the Mets, forced extra innings by lacing a pinch-hit RBI double in the ninth against New York cl

Iran Says It Didn't Act On Seized Ship To Protect Crew's Families

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:05:00 GMT

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The Khatam al-Anbiya headquarters, the Iranian military's joint operational command, has said its forces did not react to the US seizure of an Iranian-flagged ship in the Sea of Oman "due to the presence of some families of its crew."

The US Navy took control of the cargo vessel, the Touska, in the Sea of Oman

Trump Says US Delegation En Route To Pakistan For Iran Talks

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:05:00 GMT

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US President Donald Trump has told the New York Post that a delegation led by Vice President JD Vance is on its way to Pakistan for talks with Iran and is expected to land within hours.

"We're supposed to have the talks. So I would assume at this point nobody's playing games," the Post quoted Trump as saying in a brie

Deal US Is Seeking With Iran 'Far Better' Than JCPOA, Says Trump

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:05:00 GMT

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US President Donald Trump is asserting that a deal the United States is negotiating with Iran will be much better than the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), the 2015 international agreement on Iran's nuclear program from which he withdrew the United States during his first term.

In a series of Truth Socia

IRGC hardliners in control of Iran's military and diplomacy, moderates sidelined: Report

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:59:04 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 20 (ANI): The hardline Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has effectively seized control of Iran's military apparatus and diplomatic negotiation teams over the weekend, according to a report by The New York Post citing regional analysts.

IRGC Commander Maj. Gen. Ahmad Vahidi and his inner circle have allegedly assumed leadership of the Islamic Republic. This internal power shift is unde

Canadiens' Juraj Slafkovsky scores 3, including OT, to top Lightning

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:40:26 GMT

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Juraj Slafkovsky netted his hat-trick game-winner 1:22 into the postseason's first overtime, and the visiting Montreal Canadiens stunned the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Sunday in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.

After the Lightning's Jake Guentzel committed a high-sticking penalty with 21 second left in regulation, Montreal cashed in as Slafkov

Cubs walk-off skidding Mets in low-scoring affair

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:19:09 GMT

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Nico Hoerner lofted the walk-off sacrifice fly in the 10th inning for the host Chicago Cubs, who completed a three-game sweep of the reeling New York Mets with a 2-1 win on Sunday afternoon.

Michael Conforto, who spent the first seven seasons of his major league career with the Mets, forced extra innings by lacing a pinch-hit RBI double in the ninth against New York

Diamondbacks OF Corbin Carroll (back) avoids scare after early exit

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:19:17 GMT

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Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll exited Sunday's game in Phoenix against the Toronto Blue Jays after four innings due to low back tightness.

But manager Torey Lovullo had a positive update on Carroll's status postgame, saying he expected the All-Star to be available for the D-backs' next game Tuesday.

Carroll, 25, appeared to grimace in pain w

Aaron Judge, Ben Rice continue HR barrage, Yankees blank Royals

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:19:17 GMT

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Aaron Judge and Ben Rice homered off Cole Ragans in the opening two innings, and the host New York Yankees continued their dominance over the Kansas City Royals with a 7-0 victory on Sunday.

Austin Wells contributed a sacrifice fly as the Yankees won their 10th straight regular-season game over Kansas City. New York also is 11-0 against the Royals since a 6-5

The US is losing leverage over Western Europe

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:04:28 GMT

The myth of transatlantic dependence is starting to crack

The United States' greatest weakness in its relations with Europe is a simple one: it's Washington that needs the continent more than the continent needs Washington.

America arrived in Europe as one of the victors of the Second World War. It established military dominance in the western part, embedded itself in the region's security

Prospects For New Round Of US-Iran Talks Uncertain

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:01:14 GMT

The prospects for a new round of face-to-face peace talks between the United States and Iran remained unclear amid confusion over the US negotiators' plans and uncertainty over whether Tehran would agree to take part.

US President Donald Trump told the New York Post on April 20 that a delegation led by Vice President JD Vance was due to arrive in Pakistan "tonight," but there was no immediate confirmation that Va

Leon Draisaitl set to return as Oilers battle Ducks

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:55:28 GMT

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The Edmonton Oilers could be getting Leon Draisaitl back at just the right time.

Draisaitl practiced for a second straight day on Sunday heading into Game 1 of the Western Conference first-round series against the visiting Anaheim Ducks on Monday night.

Draisaitl sustained a lower-body injury against the Nashville Predators on March 15 and missed the last 14 gam

Cubs walk-off skidding Mets in low scoring affair

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:40:24 GMT

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Nico Hoerner lofted the walk-off sacrifice fly Sunday afternoon for the Chicago Cubs, who completed a three-game sweep of the reeling New York Mets with a 2-1 win.

Michael Conforto, who spent the first seven seasons of his career with the Mets, forced extra innings by lacing a pinch-hit RBI double in the ninth against New York closer Devin Williams for the Cubs, who

Hawks crave better effort in bid to tie series with Knicks

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:25:07 GMT

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There was no secret to what the New York Knicks were going to do Saturday night in the opening game of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals.

Nor do the Atlanta Hawks expect there to be any mystery Monday night.

The Knicks will look to take a commanding lead in first-round clash Monday night, when they host the Hawks in Game 2 of the best-of-seven series.

Angels activate OF/DH Jorge Soler from four-game suspension

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:55:19 GMT

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The Los Angeles Angels activated outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler from the suspended list on Sunday and put him in the cleanup spot of the lineup for the series finale against the San Diego Padres.

Soler was given an original seven-game suspension for an on-field fight with former Atlanta Braves teammate Reynaldo Lopez on April 7. Soler appealed the suspe

Astros place OF Joey Loperfido (quad) on injured list

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:40:22 GMT

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The Houston Astros placed outfielder Joey Loperfido on the injured list with a right quad strain on Sunday and recalled right-hander Jayden Murray from Triple-A Sugar Land.

Loperfido, 26, was batting .259 with six RBIs in 20 games this season. He started at least one game in all three outfield positions.

Traded to the Toronto Blue Jays in 2024 and then re-

New Bengals DT Dexter Lawrence signs 1-year, $28M extension

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:05:04 GMT

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Three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence passed his physical and signed a one-year contract extension with the Cincinnati Bengals through the 2028 season on Sunday morning.

Financial terms were communicated through Win Sports Group, which informed multiple media outlets that the extension was worth $28 million.

Lawrence was acquired by Cincinnati

US negotiators Witkoff, Kushner to travel to Pakistan for ceasefire talks with Iran: US media outlets

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:04:54 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 19 (ANI): Ahead of the expiry on Tuesday of the two-week ceasefire declared by US President Donald Trump in the conflict with Iran, US media outlets reported on Sunday that negotiators Steve Witkoff, special envoy for peace missions and Jared Kushner will head to Islamabad for talks with Iran.

President Trump's Middle East envoy is headed to Pakistan this week to restart negotiations to

Padres intent on shutting down Angels, winning 5th straight series

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:55:05 GMT

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San Diego right-hander Michael King will try to win his third consecutive start Sunday afternoon when the Padres face the Los Angeles Angels in the rubber game of their three-game series in Anaheim, Calif.King (2-1, 2.78 ERA), one of the key pieces in the seven-player deal that sent Juan Soto from the Padres to the New York Yankees in December 2023, is trying to bounce b

U.S.-NEW YORK-EARTH DAY-CELEBRATION

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:47:12 GMT

(260419) -- NEW YORK, April 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A visitor observes a specimen during a festival celebrating the upcoming Earth Day at the American Museum of Natural History in New York, the United States, on April 18, 2026. An all-ages festival titled Earthfest was held at the American Museum of Natural History in New York on Saturday to celebrate the upcoming Earth Day, an annual event on April 22, with hands-on acti

Skidding Mets make pitching change ahead of series finale vs. Cubs

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:55:09 GMT

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A year ago, New York Mets left-hander David Peterson was in the midst of a first-half breakout that helped him earn a spot on the National League All-Star team.

Now, Peterson has been scratched from his latest start as skidding New York looks for a spark.

The Mets will aim to end their longest losing streak in more than 20 years on Sunday afternoon when they visi

Yankees out to continue success vs. lefties, sweep Royals

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:40:29 GMT

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The New York Yankees struggled in most of their encounters against left-handed pitching until Saturday. Then they dominated Kansas City southpaw Noah Cameron and rolled to their most lopsided victory of the season.

After their best showing at the plate, the Yankees seek a three-game sweep Sunday afternoon when they host the Royals.

The Yankees will face another

MLB roundup: Chris Sale, Braves win pitchers' duel vs. scuffling Phils

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:05:07 GMT

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Chris Sale worked seven strong innings and Mauricio Dubon provided a two-run single to lift the visiting Atlanta Braves to a 3-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday.Sale (4-1) struck out seven and walked only one, giving up just one run and five hits. Austin Riley, Jonah Heim and Ozzie Albies each had two hits as Atlanta won for the eighth time in 10 game

Cody Bellinger hits 2 of Yanks' 4 HRs in rout of Royals

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:55:14 GMT

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Cody Bellinger homered twice and collected five RBIs Saturday afternoon, and the New York Yankees easily recorded a 13-4 victory over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Saturday afternoon.

The Yankees notched their most lopsided win this season after their previous five victories were decided in the final at-bat.

Amed Rosario hit a two-run homer, and Ben Rice h

US delegation presses Cuba to transition to market economy media

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:39:35 GMT

State Department officials have reportedly warned Havana it has a small window to implement reforms

US officials have urged Cuba to transition from socialism to a market-based economy and compensate American citizens and corporations whose assets were seized in the 1960s, several US media outlets reported on Friday and Saturday, citing sources familiar with the matter.

A delegation from the

United Airlines flight diverted to Pittsburgh over "possible security issue"; passengers evacuate via emergency slides

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:31:19 GMT

Pittsburgh [US], April 19 (ANI): A United Airlines flight en route from Chicago to New York City was forced to make an emergency diversion to Pittsburgh International Airport following reports of a 'possible security issue,' leading to a full-scale evacuation via emergency slides, according to CBS News.

The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that United Flight 2092 touched down safely at approximately 11:4

Reports: Giants sending DT Dexter Lawrence to Bengals for No. 10 overall pick

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:05:12 GMT

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The New York Giants have traded three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals for the No. 10 pick overall in Thursday's draft, according to multiple reports on Saturday night.

Lawrence, 28, requested a trade last week and did not report to the Giants' offseason program, with reports

Charlotte FC score late, edge New York City FC

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:19:13 GMT

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Idan Toklomati and Kerwin Vargas scored second-half goals as Charlotte FC slipped past New York City FC 2-1 on Saturday night for their first road win in three tries this season.

Kristijan Kahlina had seven saves for Charlotte (4-2-2, 14 points), which avenged a three-match series loss to NYCFC in the opening round of the MLS playoffs last fall.

Charlotte FC, wh

Knicks use third-quarter spurt to down Hawks in Game 1

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 01:19:03 GMT

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Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby hit 3-pointers on consecutive possessions to start the decisive third-quarter run for the host New York Knicks, who pulled away for a 113-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks in Game 1 of an Eastern Conference quarterfinal series Saturday night.

Game 2 of the best-of-seven series is scheduled for Monday night in New York.

Jale

Carson Kelly's pinch-hit homer propels Cubs over hapless Mets

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:19:05 GMT

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Carson Kelly hit a tie-breaking three-run pinch-hit home run in the sixth inning Saturday afternoon for the host Chicago Cubs, who beat the skidding New York Mets 4-2.

The pinch-hit homer was the second of Kelly's career and his first since Aug. 25, 2021, when he went deep for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Pittsburgh Pirates' Anthony Banda.

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