Thursday · August 20, 2026 Vol. I · No. 231
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Google gives publishers a new way to fight AI-driven traffic losses Runlayer, Rippling drop lawsuits. But the brouhaha is still a cautionary tale for founders. Steelers' Christian Kuntz sets high bar for Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, Drew Allar Samira al-Mana obituary Chinese video platform Bilibili is expanding worldwide No cable? No problem — here’s where to stream this season’s Premier League matches Castelion hits $13B valuation to mass-produce hypersonic missiles Russian rock bassist Dmitry Oganyan dies at 45 after being found in a St. Petersburg pond with a se… Google gives publishers a new way to fight AI-driven traffic losses Runlayer, Rippling drop lawsuits. But the brouhaha is still a cautionary tale for founders. Steelers' Christian Kuntz sets high bar for Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, Drew Allar Samira al-Mana obituary Chinese video platform Bilibili is expanding worldwide No cable? No problem — here’s where to stream this season’s Premier League matches Castelion hits $13B valuation to mass-produce hypersonic missiles Russian rock bassist Dmitry Oganyan dies at 45 after being found in a St. Petersburg pond with a se…

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Sports · MMA

Max Holloway urged to change his style to avoid Conor McGregor’s most dangerous weapon at UFC 329

It would be a surprise move from Holloway.

Sports · NFL

Steelers’ Kaleb Johnson On Roster Bubble

The Steelers drafted running back Kaleb Johnson 83rd overall in 2025, but he made little impact as a rookie. Although he is only a year removed from coming off the board in the th…

Sports · European soccer

Rogers is Arsenal's main target - Wednesday's gossip

Arsenal make Morgan Rogers their main target, Liverpool interested in Mexico teenager and Everton eye England defender Spence.

Sports · NBA

Von Miller talks candidly about why he picked the wrong team in 2025

A free agent at 37, Miller still has a desire to play. But based on his recent comments, it's possible he would've felt more satisfied to call it a career if he made a different d…

SPORTS
Sports · NBA

Lakers sign Kevon Looney to one-year, veteran’s minimum deal

The Lakers have found their backup center. After trading away Deandre Ayton to the Wizards, LA has filled his spot in the rotation by agreeing to a one-year, $3.9 million deal wit…

Sports · MLS

"We let them down": What's next for USMNT after World Cup exit?

The U.S.'s home World Cup ended in disappointment in front of a watching nation, leaving the program to reckon with questions that will shape its next chapter.

Sports · MMA

Dricus Du Plessis Won’t Let Kamaru Usman Join the UFC’s Two-Division Champions Club

Dricus du Plessis is determined to prevent the legendary Kamaru Usman from achieving two-division glory in the UFC before...

Sports · NHL

2026 NHL free agent tracker: Maple Leafs sign Sergei Bobrovsky, Alex Ovechkin returns to Capitals

Where will the NHL's top free agents land in free agency?

SPORTS
Sports · NHL

Ottawa Senators Re-Sign Claude Giroux

July 7th: The Senators confirmed Giroux’s new contract today. Additionally, the team confirmed he would earn a $2MM salary for the 2026-27 campaign, with an additional $3MM availa…

Sports · NFL

Giants claim DL C.J. Ravenell off waivers

The Giants added a player to their defensive line on Tuesday.

SPORTS
Sports · NFL

NY Giants roster moves: Defensive tackle claimed, cornerback waived

The New York Giants on Tuesday claimed a defensive tackle off waivers, and waived/injured a cornerback, proving once again that even on a lazy summer day, the NFL never truly slee…

Sports · European soccer

All the presidents’ meddling: the Balogun scandal shows how Fifa can break football | Barney Ronay

The suspension of the USA striker’s red card after Trump’s intervention has shown what Gianni Infantino’s organisation is trying to turn the sport into: scripted entertainmentFrit…

SPORTS
Sports · NBA

Where the Lakers stand financially after the Deandre Ayton trade

After a quiet opening night of free agency, the Lakers got to work Wednesday. They agreed to a sign-and-trade for Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler and agreed to sign Quentin Grimes…

Sports · European basketball

Kevon Looney, Lakers Agree To One-Year, $3.9M Deal

Kevon Looney and the Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million deal. Looney averaged 2.8 points and 5.6 rebounds last year. The Pelicans declined their team optio…

Sports · NHL

The NHL Needs More Heels Like The Flyers After Leo Carlsson Offer Sheet

The NHL should be thanking the Flyers for playing the villain and signing Leo Carlsson to a massive offer sheet. The now-heightened animosity between them and the Ducks is what th…

SPORTS
Sports · NFL

Measuring the fan experience based on Cowboys history

If you want to understand true existential dread, just look at the history of the Dallas Cowboys over the last three decades. We are constantly reminded that this team hasn’t expe…

Sports · European soccer

Tears of relief? Messi adds another incredible chapter to World Cup career

Argentina great Lionel Messi sheds tears as they fight back to beat Egypt and reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

SPORTS
Sports · NBA

Boston Celtics Daily Links 7/7/26

Herald Celtics announce two free agent signings, filling final roster spots Celtics owner Bill Chisholm denies involvement in Jaylen Brown trade: ‘Absolutely not’ Brad Stevens exp…

Sports · NFL

Von Miller now regrets choosing Commanders over Seahawks

In November, he said he'd make the same decision "10 times out of 10."

SPORTS
Sports · Boxing

‘Put Up or Shut Up’: Rolly Romero vs Teofimo Lopez official for August 22

Rolly Romero and Teofimo Lopez are officially set to fight for Rolly’s WBA welterweight title on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The fight will take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vega…

Sports · NFL

49ers Sign Fourth-Round DT Gracen Halton, Complete Draft Deals

The 49ers announced the signing of fourth-round defensive tackle Gracen Halton on Tuesday. The team now has its entire eight-member draft class under contract. As the 107th overal…

Sports · MLS

Christian Pulisic offers injury update as he leaves World Cup with one major regret after USMNT’s elimination

As the USMNT forward left Seattle following the team's Round of 16 defeat to Belgium, attention quickly turned to his physical condition and his emotional reaction after another p…

Sports · MLS

Messi on Argentina’s 3-2 dramatic comeback win over Egypt at the 2026 World Cup: ‘This team never gives up’

Argentina pulled off an impressive 3-2 comeback win over Egypt late in the match, and Lionel Messi spoke about his team's big performance in earning a place in the quarterfinals o…

Sports · MLB

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Yankees vs. Rays, Liberty vs. Wings and more on Tuesday

Find best bets for the biggest games in sports on Tuesday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts