Thursday · August 20, 2026 Vol. I · No. 231
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Russian stocks down as main trading session opens Ukrainian army facing serious shortages of Patriot missiles — Russian defense source Fuel imports to Russia: statements by Novak and overview of market situation Zaporozhye NPP loses external power supply, switches to backup power from generators Russia launches ‘massive attack’ on Kyiv and surrounding region – Europe live Ukraine’s losses from port shutdowns exceed $2 bln Ukrainian suspected in Nord Stream bombing reportedly arrested while working on film about the atta… Trump hosts crypto executives as the SEC proposes its friendliest rules yet Russian stocks down as main trading session opens Ukrainian army facing serious shortages of Patriot missiles — Russian defense source Fuel imports to Russia: statements by Novak and overview of market situation Zaporozhye NPP loses external power supply, switches to backup power from generators Russia launches ‘massive attack’ on Kyiv and surrounding region – Europe live Ukraine’s losses from port shutdowns exceed $2 bln Ukrainian suspected in Nord Stream bombing reportedly arrested while working on film about the atta… Trump hosts crypto executives as the SEC proposes its friendliest rules yet

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Sports · MLB

2016 MLB redraft: Phillies take All-Star catcher at No. 1, Pete Alonso and Bo Bichette move into top five

One decade later, we're re-picking the 2016 MLB Draft, which has two Cy Young winners and two Rookies of the Year

Sports · European soccer

Has your area gone football mad? We've mapped World Cup viewing

We've analysed BBC iPlayer viewing across the UK to see where the tournament has been most popular.

Sports · NFL

Brandin Cooks: I still feel like it was a catch

In overtime of the divisional playoff game in Denver, Bills wide receiver Brandin Cooks had a catch in his hands at the Broncos' 20-yard line that would have put Buffalo in range …

SPORTS
Sports · NHL

Report: Ducks are trying to trade players to make room for Leo Carlsson

As we wait for the Anaheim Ducks and general manager Pat Verbeek to make their decision on the Philadelphia Flyers’ offer sheet to Leo Carlsson — we are slowly dying and losing th…

Sports · European soccer

Bruno Guimaraes' FIERY clashes against Rice and Arsenal!

A look back at when Arsenal target Bruno Guimaraes took on the Gunners in a fiery clash at St James' Park in 2023.

SPORTS
Sports · NHL

3 Potential Trade Destinations for Maple Leafs’ Morgan Rielly

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made some major changes this offseason, from their coaching staff to making some changes to their player personnel, but they still seem to have one…

SPORTS
Sports · MLB

Braves Designate José Azócar For Assignment

The Braves announced Thursday that outfielder José Azócar has been designated for assignment. His roster spot goes to fellow righty-swinging outfielder Eli White, who has been rei…

Sports · MLB

Braves vs. Pirates prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for Thursday, July 9, by proven model

SportsLine's model simulated Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Thursday's matchup

Sports · NFL

FIFA boss Gianni Infantino remains under fire for U.S. red-card shenanigans

FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who has been hopscotching around North America for most of the last month to attend as many World Cup matches as humanly possible (we've wondered …

Sports · European soccer

Sciver-Brunt calls on England to show resilience in historic Lord's Test vs India

Nat Sciver-Brunt called on her England team-mates to show resilience in their historic Rothesay Test match against India at Lord’s on Friday, live on Sky Sports Cricket.

Sports · NFL

Paris Johnson: Mindset is to be a $40 million man because guys I block make that

The Cardinals locked up left tackle Paris Johnson through the 2027 season by exercising their $19 million option on his contract, but that hasn't stopped him from starting to thin…

SPORTS
Sports · NHL

‘There Are No Hard Feelings’: Inside the Mammoth’s Decision to Match Hayton’s Offer Sheet

When the Utah Mammoth matched Barrett Hayton’s offer sheet from the New Jersey Devils, the first reaction from many was: why? The Mammoth brought back Kevin Stenlund and Kailer Ya…

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Sports · MLB

The Opener: Cease, Jones, Ober

Angels outfielder Mike Trout is back in the lineup. He’s also back to hitting homers. Maybe a week of action will be enough for him to change his mind about the Home Run Derby. 1.…

SPORTS
Sports · MMA

Xavier Franklin Didn’t Want to be on TUF 34

It’s pretty standard that most members of The Ultimate Fighter don’t love seeing themselves on the show. While some fighters don’t mind seeing their own fights, seeing their every…

Sports · MLB

Countdown is on for Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway at UFC 329; World Cup quarterfinals begin

Plus Blue Jays' Dylan Cease loses a no-hitter in the ninth

Sports · Boxing

Oscar De La Hoya names the fight he’s working on that ‘everyone wants to see’: “I’ll make it happen”

With a host of major fights in the works, Golden Boy Promoter has revealed his intention to bolster the boxing schedule and get one blockbuster event over the line, seeking to del…

SPORTS
Sports · NHL

Recapping the New Jersey Devils’ First Week of Free Agency

The New Jersey Devils wasted little time reshaping their roster once NHL free agency officially opened on July 1. While many organizations focused solely on outside additions, gen…

Sports · MLB

Angels vs. Rangers MLB picks: Keep fading struggling and likely soon-traded Reid Detmers for L.A. on Thursday

Tonight's start vs. the Rangers could be Reid Detmers' last as a member of the Angels

Sports · MLS

Leeds United’s Goalkeeper Search Latest: Suzuki in, Darlow out?

Leeds United’s goalkeeper search is quickly becoming one of the most intriguing storylines of the transfer window. With Karl Darlow’s future uncertain and a number of high-profile…

Sports · European soccer

Man Utd reveal proposed 100,000-seater stadium location

Manchester United reveal the location for their proposed new 100,000-seater stadium - approximately 350m north west of their existing Old Trafford ground.

Sports · NBA

The 'NFL pass-attempt leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passes attempted for each season since the AFL/NFL merger can you name in six minutes?

Sports · NBA

NFL insider repeats claim about trade rumors involving 49ers QB Mac Jones

Jones went 5-3 as the 49ers' temporary starter last season when first-choice QB1 Brock Purdy missed games due to a toe injury. 

Sports · NBA

Browns have reportedly made huge Shedeur Sanders decision amid Deshaun Watson concerns

It was reported in June that Sanders had closed the gap in the competition for the team's starting job with Watson.

SPORTS
Sports · NFL

Seahawks News 7/9: An improving Abraham Lucas will do the Seahawks good

In Today’s Links: another high mark for the Seattle Seahawks’ offseason, a look at the one-of-oneness of our squad’s coaching staff, a look at the depth in the CB room, Charles Cr…