Thursday · October 8, 2026 Vol. I · No. 280
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How will the NBA’s new focus on push-offs impact the Lakers? EuroLeague roundup: Zvezda upsets Dubai, first win for Maccabi Russia's media watchdog urges news outlets to verify reports from Irkutsk Region Russian president Vladimir Putin holds bilateral meeting with Turkmen counterpart 5 takeaways from Kelvin Sheppard’s presser: Lions DC stands by scheme, blitzes Olympiacos responds to Panathinaikos complaints, reveals role in Lessort surgery Ukraine hit a data center operated by the Russian tech giant Yandex. How vulnerable is Russia’s int… The Guardian view on Ethiopia’s return to conflict: civilian catastrophe and a spiralling regional … How will the NBA’s new focus on push-offs impact the Lakers? EuroLeague roundup: Zvezda upsets Dubai, first win for Maccabi Russia's media watchdog urges news outlets to verify reports from Irkutsk Region Russian president Vladimir Putin holds bilateral meeting with Turkmen counterpart 5 takeaways from Kelvin Sheppard’s presser: Lions DC stands by scheme, blitzes Olympiacos responds to Panathinaikos complaints, reveals role in Lessort surgery Ukraine hit a data center operated by the Russian tech giant Yandex. How vulnerable is Russia’s int… The Guardian view on Ethiopia’s return to conflict: civilian catastrophe and a spiralling regional …

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Sports · MLB

Miz set to battle rival Cubs for 4th and final time of '26 season

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Sports · European basketball

Ben Simmons, the turning point that led him to Sacramento Kings

The Australian national team mini-camp reportedly convinced Scott Perry to take a serious chance on the former Philadelphia 76ers star. L'articolo Ben Simmons, the turning point t…

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Sports · MLB

'Totally different' Blue Jays ready for final push toward playoffs

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Sports · MLB

Houck (Tommy John surgery) nears return while vying to help Red Sox's playoff push

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Sports · MLB

Houck (Tommy John surgery) nears return while vying to help Red Sox's playoff push

Sports · European basketball

Germany find their nerve when it matters most

On a day where nerves could have confounded them, a confidence fuelled Germany took control against Mali to punch their ticket to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIBA World Cup. Em…

Sports · MLS

Kylian Mbappe shows confidence and asserts himself as frontrunner for 2026 Ballon d’Or

Kylian Mbappe enjoyed a strong summer campaign with France at the World Cup, leading the Real Madrid forward to believe he is a frontrunner to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or. With the 2…

Sports · European soccer

Mauricio Pochettino wants the US to become ‘one of the most powerful countries in soccer’

As he prepares for the upcoming international window, the US head coach spoke about Folarin Balogun, the LA Olympics and dual national playersIt’s been two months since the US men…

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Sports · Boxing

Taylor’s Farewell Draws Massive Viewership

Katie Taylor’s historic farewell broke new ground last weekend as millions around the world tuned in to watch The post Taylor’s Farewell Draws Massive Viewership appeared first on…

Sports · MMA

Alex Pereira announces UFC return

Alex Pereira has announced that he will return soon, naming one fellow UFC heavyweight as his next fight.

Sports · European basketball

Enes Kanter Freedom welcomes unusual WNBA opportunity

Enes Kanter Freedom says he would be willing to play for Clay Travis’ proposed Nashville Balls franchise as part of his challenge to the WNBA’s eligibility rules. Asked on Fox New…

Sports · European basketball

Jalen Duren could eventually leave the Pistons

Jalen Duren appears likely to eventually reach a contract agreement with the Detroit Pistons, but questions are already being raised about how long he could remain with the franch…

Sports · MLS

Club Brugge vs Aston Villa Team News and Predicted Lineups for September 8

Last Word on Football brings you the latest team news and predicted lineups ahead of the Club Brugge vs Aston Villa Champions League fixture at the Jan Breydel Stadium in Bruges o…

Sports · European basketball

Ben Simmons ready to revive NBA career

Ben Simmons is getting another opportunity in the NBA after agreeing to a one-year, minimum-salary contract with the Sacramento Kings. The former No. 1 overall pick did not play d…

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Sports · MLB

Anderson (biceps) to IL, Sproat recalled as Crew navigates pitching staff's tough stretch

Sports · NBA

Longest-Tenured NBA GMs/Presidents

NBA teams don’t replace their top front office decision-makers as often as they swap out their head coaches, but there’s still been plenty of turnover amongst the the league’s top…

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Sports · NFL

Detroit Lions believe DJ Wonnum is great complement to Aidan Hutchinson

If you read every single one of our daily Detroit Lions training camp observations, you may only see a passing mention or two of defensive end DJ Wonnum. Despite being in line for…

Sports · MLS

NWSL Team of the Week: North Carolina Courage's Ashley Sanchez's record-setting reign of goals continues

The Attacking Third crew picked their best XI from the past week's NWSL action

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Sports · MLB

Marlins Notes: Bender, Fairbanks, Meyer

The Marlins are hanging in the playoff race, currently four games back of the final Wild Card spot with three weeks to go. They don’t have a lot of margin for error, which makes i…

Sports · NFL

Todd Monken names Deshaun Watson one of five Week 1 captains

For at least one week, Deshaun Watson will be a Browns captain.

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Sports · NHL

Canadiens’ Young Core Is Showing the Maple Leafs What They Got Wrong

There’s an easy way to read a recent Montreal Canadiens story. Their young stars are taking less money because they want to win. The Toronto Maple Leafs‘ young stars took…

Sports · NFL

49ers DE Sam Okuayinonu To Undergo Foot Surgery; 2026 Return Uncertain

Sam Okuayinonu was set to travel with the 49ers to Australia for the opening game of the season until a foot injury suffered in practice changed his and the team’s plans. The fift…

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Sports · European basketball

Robert Franks moves to China, signs with Nanjing Monkey Kings

American forward Robert Franks has joined the Nanjing Monkey Kings of the Chinese CBA for the upcoming season. L'articolo Robert Franks moves to China, signs with Nanjing Monkey K…

Sports · European soccer

Motherwell fail to cut fine for Celtic penalty reaction

Motherwell fail in an attempt to reduce a £5,000 fine for their reaction to a last-gasp penalty award to Celtic at Fir Park in May, but former player Elliot Watt's suspension has …