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Home at last: Elissa returns to Galveston after three-month voyage
Families, supporters and well-wishers gathered along the waterfront Saturday morning to watch the Official Tall Ship of Texas return to the Galveston Historic Seaport after a journey that included stops in New York, Boston, Savannah and Pensacola....
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Dodgers take aim at Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski in key clash
For all that Jacob Misiorowski has accomplished early in his major league career, earning a win at Dodger Stadium has not been one of them.
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D-backs' Eduardo Rodriguez strives to shut down Braves
The visiting Arizona Diamondbacks will see if their pitching can continue to slow the Atlanta Braves' bats on Saturday when the teams meet in the second contest of their three-game series....
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Virginia State University shooting leaves five injured, police say
By Leah Douglas WASHINGTON, Aug 15 (Reuters) - Five people were shot outside Virginia State University residence halls early Saturday, and one person was in a critical condition, according to...
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Astros aim to stay on right path vs. reeling Mariners
The Houston Astros' opener of a three-game series against the Seattle Mariners served as a microcosm of Houston's up-and-down season.
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Disney announces X-Men cast at D23 with surprise Inde Navarette reveal
The X-Men have been creeping closer to making their official introduction into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and now it's official.
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Reds' Brady Singer eager to regain form vs. Marlins
The Cincinnati Reds remain confident Brady Singer eventually will perform like the first-round pick they acquired two years ago.
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Padres visit struggling Guardians in bid for seventh straight win
The San Diego Padres' offense struggled to rally after trailing in games earlier this season, but those days seem like a distant memory now.
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Cowboys News: $24M in savings, exhibitionists storm Seattle
This has been a busy week for the Dallas Cowboys organization, as they square off against two other NFL teams and signed one of their top players to a huge contract extension....
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Matthew McConaughey, Jimmy Fallon go country with 'Choosin' Texas'
Texas native Matthew McConaughey teamed up with late-night host Jimmy Fallon to put a bluegrass spin on one of Ella Langley’s biggest hits.
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KJ Duff looks to improve route-running, solidify 1st round projection
Pro Football Focus has established itself as one of the most trusted brands covering the sport today.
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Orioles' Gunnar Henderson shows Rays his value in lineup
Baltimore Orioles spark plug Gunnar Henderson demonstrated in the series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays that wherever he bats in the lineup, he is going to hit....
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Texas Tech's defense continues to haul in preseason praise
The story of Texas Tech football can not be defined without one simple word. Money.
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Who’s predicting upsets and two new champs at UFC 330?
The UFC is in Philadelphia for the first time in more than seven years, and there are two titles on the line at the top of the bill.
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Will Taylor Swift be at Travis Kelce's Chiefs preseason game vs. Rams?
It has been a busy summer of 2026 for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, who got married at Madison Square Garden in New York City back in July.
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Mohamed Sanu Opens Up on the Falcons' 28-3 Super Bowl Collapse
Former NFL wide receiver Mohamed Sanu hung up his cleats after a well-traveled last few years of his career, bouncing from team to team.
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'Illegal': Gov. Abbott slams Texas airports over Islamic foot-washing
Gov. Greg Abbott is calling out Texas airports over ablution facilities, or Islamic foot-washing stations.
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Mets and patchwork 'pen strive to continue success vs. Nationals
Left-hander Sean Manaea saved his rotation spot -- and maybe his roster spot -- by mounting an impressive midseason turnaround for the New York Mets.
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Ranking head coaches Texas Tech will face in 2026
The Texas Tech Red Raiders are set to defend the Big 12 title this season as head coach Joey McGuire hopes to maintain his status as king of the conference....
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Multiple people shot two days ahead of semester start at Virginia college
Multiple people were shot on Saturday morning, Aug. 15, at Virginia State University, according to a university post on X. Officials say the campus remains on lockdown....
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Fantasy football sleepers to target in 2026: 1 name from all 32 NFL teams
We have officially reached fantasy football draft season in 2026! For some, that means summer is heading toward its end, but also HEY FOOTBALL IS COMING VERY SOON!...
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Disney D23 announcements: Every trailer and big project revealed at 2026 event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event gave us so much stuff to chew on as the company revealed a ton of pop culture goodness that's coming down the road, from new trailers to cast announcements to...
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Riding high, Rockies try to take down Logan Webb, Giants
The Colorado Rockies have a chance to move out of sole possession of last place in the National League West when they seek a second consecutive road victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday...
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With Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in protocol, Jays chase series win vs. Yankees
The Toronto Blue Jays aim to continue their drive for a wild-card spot on Saturday afternoon as they bid to clinch their three-game series with the visiting New York Yankees....
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FDA upgrades egg recall to Class I. What it means
A recall involving nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs has been upgraded to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's highest-risk classification.
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Cubs' Matthew Boyd, Cardinals' Michael McGreevy on different paths
The Chicago Cubs boast an 8-1 record in the last nine starts made by Matthew Boyd following the left-hander's return from a torn meniscus on June 25. The lone blemish wasn't the fault of Boyd, either....
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What you should know about leaving your cat home alone
How long can your cat actually be home alone? The answer depends. Factors such as age, personality and their level of trustworthiness all play into it....
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Olivier Sarr to Spain
Real Madrid have officially announced the signing of Olivier Sarr, confirming that the French center has agreed to a two-year contract running through the end of the 2027-28 campaign....
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Tyrese Haliburton 'shocked' Pacers will open season in New Orleans against Pelicans
“Do you think that game would be at home, if not on national television?” Tyrese Haliburton followed up, as the hosts again agreed. “Do you think that that game would be at New Orleans?”...
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NBA exec on Chris Paul potentially joining Lakers: ‘I could see either front office or coaching in his future’
Another front office member for another team speculated going into coaching could be a better option for Chris Paul, citing his playing career accolades....
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A front office member on an Eastern Conference …
But if Chris Paul is able to join the Lakers in any capacity, it could provide him with the opportunity to contribute to a franchise he could’ve been with – albeit in a significantly different way....
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Spurs CEO RC Buford issued a carefully worded …
While the Spurs continue to grow their fanbase along the I-35 corridor, they’re also trying to fund a massive arena complex set in San Antonio’s aging downtown....
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Anamaria Goltes’ petition for child support from Luka …
Anamaria Goltes’ petition for child support from Luka Doncic was formally dismissed on Friday, but the disposition didn’t come without a little spice.
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White Sox ride power surge into clash vs. Troy Melton, Tigers
The Chicago White Sox made sure they'd stay in first place this weekend by defeating the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.
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Connections hints, clues and answers on Saturday, August 15 2026
WARNING: THERE ARE CONNECTIONS SPOILERS AHEAD! DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU DON’T WANT THE AUGUST 15, 2026 NYT CONNECTIONS ANSWER SPOILED FOR YOU. Ready? OK!...
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After losing TPS in United States, some Haitians seek Canadian refuge
A growing number of Haitians are making plans to leave the United States after President Donald Trump ended their Temporary Protected Status, with some seeking refuge in Canada....
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What channel is Cowboys vs. Seahawks on today? Time, TV schedule to watch preseason game
The Dallas Cowboys are finally back in action, opening the 2026 preseason on Saturday night against the Seattle Seahawks.
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Texas A&M senior DL is a 'strong candidate' to breakout in 2026
During the first seven practices of Texas A&M's preseason, Northwestern transfer Edge Anto Saka continues to look like one of the most important offseason acquisitions under third-year coach Mike Elko...
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UFC 330 Makhachev vs. Machado Garry: Ring walk, fight time and where to watch
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev is set to make the first defense of his 170-pound title in a showdown against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on Saturday in Philadelphia....
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Trump's 2024 grocery photo op now haunts Republicans in the midterms
By Nathan Layne BEDMINSTER, New Jersey, Aug 15 (Reuters) - Two years after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump staged a New Jersey press conference flanked by grocery staples to spotlight...
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Former Texas A&M LB makes first big impression with the Denver Broncos
During former Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher's final season at the helm, the Aggies landed what is now considered the most underrated prospect in the 2023 recruiting class, as three-star linebacker...
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Former Texas A&M OL suffers potential season-ending knee injury
Texas A&M's 2025 offensive line was by far one of the best starting rotations in program history, as left tackle Trey Zuhn, left guard Chase Bisontis, right guard Ar'maj Reed-Adams, and right tackle...
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ESPN places Texas A&M in Tier 3: 'Maybe this is their year?'
Next Monday, the first AP Top 25 poll will be released to the public, and while the usual online arguments have become boring and redundant, wherever Texas A&M lands, to quote Metallica's hit tune, "...
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Scottie Scheffler leads St. Jude Championship: Round 3 tee times, leaderboard
Scottie Scheffler enters the weekend with a firm grip on the FedEx St. Jude Championship after delivering one of the best rounds of the PGA Tour season....
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Meet the 50 West Texas cross country runners to watch this season
Along with football, volleyball and other fall sports, cross country season started earlier this month for high school teams across the Lone Star State....
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MLB roundup: Christian Walker, Astros stun M's with 10th-inning rally
Christian Walker blasted a three-run, walk-off homer as the Houston Astros answered a three-run rally by the visiting Seattle Mariners in the top of the 10th with a five-run bottom half en route to a...
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Democrats have to learn that unity isn't a weakness | Opinion
If you spend enough time in Democratic politics, you realize we’re less a political party than a large, intense, family Thanksgiving dinner – with a predilection for Robert’s Rules of Order....
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Crusading India state food safety chief targets Eternal, Swiggy, Zepto in sweeping crackdown
By Arpan Chaturvedi and Dhwani Pandya MUMBAI, Aug 15 (Reuters) - Maharashtra state's food safety chief has intensified a crackdown on the food and grocery industries, suspending the permits of 12...
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Escape the summer heat at these 5 cool Northeast vacation spots
As a lifelong New Englander, I pretty much have two options for cooling down in the summer: Go north or get out on the water. (Technically, there's a third option: Go north and get out on the water.)...