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Florida company to lay off nearly 200 workers, close headquarters
Postal Center International, a mail services company based in Broward, is laying off nearly 200 employees at its Weston headquarters, according to a WARN notice....
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Duke and Maryland push back rivalry game in NCAA women’s basketball series
There’s a lot of history between Duke and Maryland in women’s college basketball.
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Nigeria misses Women's World Cup for first time ever after playoff loss
The 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil will be missing something that has been at every previous edition: Nigeria.
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US SEC to keep hands off shareholder proposals, worrying activists
By Ross Kerber Aug 14 (Reuters) - The top U.S. financial regulator on Friday made permanent its decision to cease judging whether companies may exclude shareholder resolutions from votes at annual...
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Red Bulls exercise purchase option for F Mijahir Jimenez
The New York Red Bulls exercised their option to purchase forward Mijahir Jimenez from Panama's CD Plaza Amador for an undisclosed fee on Friday.
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2026 NBA free agent rankings: Top point guards available this summer
We have taken our top free agents of the 2026 class list and split it into five positions: point guards, shooting guards, small forwards, power forwards, and centers....
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Influencer arrested for attempted murder, held on $1M bail
Influencer Brianna Olsen's ex Santos Salazar is in police custody for alleged attempted murder. The 21-year-old was booked into a Los Angeles jail on a felony charge around 4:45 a.m....
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2026 NBA free agent rankings: The best players remaining
Below, check out how we rank the Top 100 free agents of the 2026 class. Also, you can see the rankings by position: point guards, shooting guards, small forwards, power forwards, and centers. 1....
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Viral 'bird caller extraordinaire' announces Atlanta Hawks schedule
Basketball fans kicked off the summer with a monumental win by the New York Knicks to take home the NBA national title for the first time since 1976.
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Diddy doc director reveals filming risks, stays silent on source of contested footage
For nearly two years, director Alexandria Stapleton worked in total secrecy to tell the story of one of music’s most powerful and, eventually, disgraced figures: Sean “Diddy” Combs....
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Mystery surrounds dozens of dead sharks at Jersey Shore
A mysterious discovery along the Jersey shore is raising questions after nearly 30 juvenile sharks were found dead on a Sea Isle City beach, according to reports from CBS News, Fox News and ABC6....
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Arrington shares why he backs Paxton as Texas Senate race remains tied
A congressman from West Texas is throwing his support behind Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton as the U.S.
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High school football schedule for USA TODAY Sports Super 15 teams
Over the next few weeks, high school football will return in full swing in nearly all corners of the country.
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White Sox place RHP Davis Martin (finger) on 15-day IL
The Chicago White Sox placed right-hander Davis Martin on the 15-day injured list in a series of moves ahead of Friday's series opener at Detroit.
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Colts' special teams coach injured in collision during preseason game
The biggest injury news from the Indianapolis Colts' preseason opener was that quarterback Anthony Richardson was back after his "freak" eye injury last year....
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USS Abraham Lincoln in the news. What to know
The USS Abraham Lincoln has become the focus of growing scrutiny after lawmakers and two military-focused media outlets reported on suicide attempts and declining morale on the 5,000-person aircraft...
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Oregon lands four-star linebacker Brayton Feister for class of 2027
The Oregon Ducks received a high profile commitment on Friday, as linebacker Brayton Feister officially declared his allegiance to the University of Oregon on the Pat McAfee Show....
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Drew Allar makes a strong case for backup QB role in preseason debut
The Pittsburgh Steelers opened their preseason slate on Thursday with a 28-9 win over the Green Bay Packers, and it was a good night for those hopeful that Drew Allar could be the next franchise...
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Starbucks brings back iconic, sparkly drink, but only this weekend
Starbucks is bringing back an iconic beverage, but only for a weekend.
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Cardinals rookie G Chase Bisontis nursing knee injury
Arizona Cardinals rookie guard Chase Bisontis could be sidelined an extended period of time.
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Cubs activating RHP Edward Cabrera to start Sunday
Chicago Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera is ready to rejoin the rotation for the first time since being carted off the field with a hamstring injury on June 23....
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Joe Burrow breaks silence on Jayden Daniels' LSU cease and desist
Jayden Daniels made headlines on Thursday when he informed LSU that they are no longer allowed to use his name, image, and likeness.
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Texas A&M to wear special camouflage uniforms during Arkansas game
The Aggies are going with a different look for their Oct. 3 home game against Arkansas.
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A-F school ratings released. See how Coastal Bend schools scored
Students are just starting to think about grades, but for their school districts and campuses, it's that time of the year when the report card comes in....
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Texas gets first nonstop Europe flight as Delta adds Paris route
Texans dreaming of a Paris getaway will soon have a much easier way to get there — no layovers required.
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AI fraud risks are rising in California. Here's how to spot scams
California consumers are being targeted by a new generation of scams powered by artificial intelligence.
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Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist
By Jody Godoy and Karen Freifeld Aug 14 (Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court on Friday ordered a lower court to reconsider whether China-based DJI, the world's largest drone maker, should be removed from...
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Mackenzie Dern reveals pivotal loss that helped her reach UFC title
Of her five losses, Mackenzie Dern considers one to be the most pivotal of her career. Because without it, she might not currently be the UFC strawweight champion....
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See the amazing video of an albatross that clinched a match at the Massachusetts Women's Am
An albatross is a rare feat. The rarest in golf, in fact. Estimates say golfers have a 6-million-to-1 chance making a 2 on a par 5 or an ace on a par 4....
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Meet the USA TODAY Sports West Region preseason ALL-USA high school football team
From the Pacific coast to the Hoover Dam and the mountains ranges north to south, the West Region is producing talent with eyes on championships and acclaim in the coming high school football season....
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Soccer-Liverpool owners secure new investment from Bezos-backed consortium
By KaranPrashant Saxena Aug 14 (Reuters) - A consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has reached a definitive agreement to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, the Premier League club's owners...
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Field of Dreams to host Royals and Red Sox in 2027
The Kansas City Royals will play the Boston Red Sox at the Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa, on Aug. 12, 2027.
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Liverpool selling stake in club to group including Jeff Bezos
Liverpool FC has new minority stakeholders including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, majority owners Fenway Sports Group confirmed Friday, August 14....
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Why replace Leavitt? Trump lies just fine on his own. | Opinion
Now that White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is stepping down to spend more time with her soulless penchant for dishonesty, President Donald Trump has an opportunity to save American...
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Fisherman finds himself in sticky situation as octopus fights back
ABC News on Friday shared footage showing a Filipino fisherman struggling to remove a large octopus from his face.
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Texas mail-in voters face new ID rules after appeals court ruling
If you vote by mail in Texas, the process just became more restrictive.
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Golfweek, REMAX team up on dedicated golf course real estate and lifestyles website
Golfweek and REMAX have teamed up on a dedicated golf course real estate and lifestyles destination, Golf Real Estate with REMAX.
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Silver Dollar City unveiled 'the longest family coaster in the Midwest'
A new ride is coming to Silver Dollar City, leaning into Missouri's identity as the Cave State and the park's history.
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When is next Field of Dreams game? MLB reveals Red Sox vs. Royals matchup
Major League Baseball will return to the Field of Dreams in 2027 with the Kansas City Royals taking on the Boston Red Sox.
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Robert MacIntyre withdraws from St. Jude Championship after tough first round
Robert MacIntyre withdrew from the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the first leg of the FedEx Cup playoffs, on Friday, Aug. 14 after enduring a challenging opening round....
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Brandon Clarke's $12.5 million contract was fully protected in case of death
Kevin O'Connor: NBA sources confirm that Brandon Clarke’s contract was completely protected for death. The $12.5M is expected to be paid in full through life insurance....
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“If you're trying to make sure that you're not …
Pablo Torre Finds Out: “If you're trying to make sure that you're not circumventing the cap, allegedly, you need to make sure there's a trail of Kawhi actually doing stuff." — @DavidPSamson and @...
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Trading card company Panini has made explosive new …
Trading card company Panini has made explosive new allegations in its three-year-old antitrust litigation against rival Fanatics.
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“Fanatics acquired its long-term exclusives through …
“Fanatics acquired its long-term exclusives through the use of Panini’s confidential information,” Panini contends.
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iPhone users now won't have to wait as long for $250M settlement
The wait for Apple customers to see payments from a class-action lawsuit involving iPhones 15 and 16 just got a few months shorter. On Thursday, Aug. 13, the U.S....
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2026 U.S. Amateur live updates: Quarterfinal scores, tee times, highlights
ARDMORE, PA — And then there were eight. It's time for the quarterfinals of the 126th U.S. Amateur at Merion Golf Club.
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Old school may get new life as senior living center
A former elementary school in Wichita Falls may be destined for new life as a senior housing and community center project.
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T-wolves to retire Kevin Garnett's No. 21 jersey on Feb. 28
The Minnesota Timberwolves will retire Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett's No. 21 jersey and send it to the rafters at the Target Center on Feb. 28 after a game against the Boston Celtics....
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White House national security official Andy Baker to depart administration
By Gram Slattery WASHINGTON, Aug 14 (Reuters) - White House deputy national security adviser Andy Baker will leave the Trump administration in the coming weeks, marking the latest change to a national...
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See damage, flooding from Illinois, Indiana derecho
Severe storms tore through parts of the Midwest this week, unleashing destructive winds, torrential rain and historic flooding across Indiana and surrounding areas....
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Robert MacIntyre withdraws from 2026 FedEx St. Jude Championship
The FedEx St. Jude Championship is down another player.
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Noah Gragson agrees to extension with Front Row Motorsports
Noah Gragson signed a contract extension with Front Row Motorsports, keeping him with the organization through at least the 2027 Cup Series season.
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Is Cam Ward's preseason opener performance a cause for concern?
Typically, you never want to take too much away from a preseason game, especially the preseason opener.
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges
Luigi Mangione plead guilty to federal stalking charges in a surprise decision that allows the 28-year-old to avoid a federal trial and could impact a separate murder case against him in connection...
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As Sugarland announces 'Ride or Die' tour, the duo reflects on a pivotal era
NEW YORK – As Sugarland prepares for its "Ride or Die Tour" this fall, Jennifer Nettles is recalling a specific piece of advice a country music A-lister gave the band early on in its journey....
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FedEx Cup playoffs winners, losers: Rory McIlroy near bottom at St. Jude Championship
Follow along for live leaderboard updates and highlights from Round 2 of the FedEx St. Jude Championship. The FedExCup Playoffs have teed off with the FedEx St. Jude Championship....
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Teddi Mellencamp reveals new boyfriend after teasing 'Valley Guy' romance
Teddi Mellencamp's mystery boyfriend, only known as "Valley Guy," isn't such a mystery anymore.
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Seattle Mariners at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions
The Seattle Mariners (57-65) and Houston Astros (62-60) open a 3-game series Friday in Houston, Texas. First pitch from Daikin Park is at 8:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze MLB odds around the Mariners vs....
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Why Arch Manning’s trash talk is a great sign for Texas Longhorns
We are Bobby Layne days away from Texas football, and today’s “Thursday Thought” is all about the face of the franchise: Arch Manning.
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From snubs to future locks: Early Basketball Hall of Fame candidates for 2027
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame is set to welcome its newest class of legends and change makers this weekend, headlined by Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw, Doc Rivers,...