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Texas A&M transfer OL has reportedly been taking reps at center
After making the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history, Texas A&M coach Mike Elko, entering his third season at the helm, saw a record 10 players selected in the 2026 NFL...
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The Dodgers' biggest October threat just arrived in LA
Existentially, the biggest threat to the Los Angeles Dodgers is the Dodgers. Sometimes they look to be strolling when they should be sprinting after a third straight World Series title....
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Fernando Mendoza can ace his preseason debut by passing these 3 tests
Fernando Mendoza's adjustment to the NFL was always going to be a matter of getting the timing right.
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Ranking all 70 FedEx Cup playoffs golfers by odds to win championship
The FedEx Cup playoffs start Thursday at TPC Southwind in Memphis, and the betting board is not being coy about who wins. Scottie Scheffler is +350.
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Hunger rates rise again across Wichita Falls food bank region
The number of people struggling to access enough food in the Wichita Falls Area Food Bank's 12-county service area increased again, the WFAFB said in a media release....
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101 fun fantasy football team names for 2026
It's that time of year again. The dog days of summer have arrived, the back to school sales are in full swing and Halloween candy has started making its way to the shelves....
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Beyoncé and the 'Parkwood Influence' on Chloe, Halle Bailey
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has not only built a powerhouse brand for herself, but has also invested in the careers of a select few artists through her music label and company, Parkwood Entertainment....
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Heron Power plans $100 million factory for advanced electric grid equipment
By Tim McLaughlin BOSTON, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Heron Power, a startup run by a former senior executive of EV maker Tesla, said on Thursday it plans to build a $100 million factory in California to make...
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5 best fantasy football wide receiver picks you can make in 2026
There's a consensus top four when it comes to wide receivers in fantasy football this year.
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5 things to watch in Steelers' preseason opener vs Packers
The Steelers will face the Green Bay Packers in their preseason opener Aug. 13 at Acrisure Stadium.
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In record US wildfire season, firefighter entrapments hit 20-year high
By Andrew Hay Aug 13 (Reuters) - U.S. firefighting personnel are being overrun by wildfires at the highest rate in two decades, leading to six deaths and dozens of injuries this year, federal data...
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Why today's job searching feels so exhausting and what to do about it
For many job seekers, writing another version of a resume or polishing a LinkedIn profile isn't the hard part. Getting stuck in a cycle of applying, waiting, and wondering is....
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Novo CEO says obesity market won't be winner-take-all battle with Lilly
By Michael Erman NEW YORK, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Novo Nordisk CEO Mike Doustdar said investors are underestimating the demand for differentiation among obesity drugs, and that new treatment options like...
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Pacers' Ethan Thompson Serbia bound?
Ethan Thompson, an Indiana Pacers player, has decided to continue his career in Belgrade, Nova.rs has learned. He is set to sign a "one-plus-one" year contract with Partizan....
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The Pacers must first part ways with the …
However, before the deal can be finalized and a contract signed, the Pacers must first part ways with the 27-year-old.
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If we thought we had a great trade in front of us, and …
Speaking on "The TK Show" -- a podcast hosted by Tim Kawakami -- Lacob and Kawakami talked about the Warriors' draft picks this offseason and whether or not having these young guys develop for the...
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Guardians' Parker Messick looks to continue stellar run at Tigers
American League Central rivals Cleveland and Detroit have traded 6-4 victories in the first two contests of their three-game series. They'll play the rubber match on Thursday afternoon in Detroit....
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SMIC profit more than triples on AI-driven chip demand
By Che Pan and Eduardo Baptista BEIJING, Aug 13 (Reuters) - China's largest contract chipmaker, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp , reported on Thursday second-quarter profit more than...
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FaZe Clan rally for win in CS:GO Esports World Cup opener
FaZe Clan overcame a nine-point deficit to defeat BetBoom Team 13-11 on Nuke as the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive competition got underway on Wednesday at the Esports World Cup in Paris....
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Birkenstock raises annual revenue forecast on strong demand
Aug 13 (Reuters) - Birkenstock raised its full-year sales growth forecast on Wednesday, banking on resilient full-price demand for its premium sandals from affluent shoppers....
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Inside the growing chemistry between Drake Maye and A.J. Brown
FOXBOROUGH, MA – During the 13th of 14th practice periods as an early-training camp practice approached its conclusion, New England Patriots wide receiver A.J....
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Top 10 games of 2026 college football season include big dose of Arch Manning
In some parts of the country, it’s considered an almost abominable act to book a Saturday fall wedding.
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No tackling! Steelers hope gentler camp helps end playoff flameouts | Opinion
LATROBE, PA – For nearly 20 years, you couldn’t go to a Pittsburgh Steelers training camp practice without the scene buzzing when they fired up one of Mike Tomlin’s favorite drills. Seven Shots....
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Why hundreds of private American colleges are shutting down | The Excerpt
On the Thursday, August 13, 2026, episode of The Excerpt podcast: With hundreds of small private colleges facing severe financial pressure, what happens to the students and communities left behind...
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How the DNC burned through $200M and sunk into debt at a critical moment
The Democratic Party has burned through more than $207 million since the start of 2025 - keeping people on staff during non-presidential election years, sending money to state parties to organize...
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QB Marcel Reed discusses turnover-free preseason, praises junior WR
Texas A&M's sixth preseason practice took place on Wednesday afternoon, and by all accounts, redshirt junior quarterback Marcel Reed is ready for the 2026 season....
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'Fat-shaming'? Vance read the room with a well-timed joke. | Opinion
A friend once told me I was the “urban version of JD Vance.”
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Ross Douthat is the right move for CBS. The left can cope. | Opinion
Ross Douthat isn’t afraid to try new things, and it’s led to a somewhat unusual trajectory in his journalism career.
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FedEx St. Jude Championship tee times: Round 1 pairings for Thursday
The PGA Tour postseason officially begins Thursday, Aug. 13, at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the first event of the FedExCup Playoffs.
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China's WeRide eyes Australia, Southeast Asia among potential new markets after strong Q2
BEIJING, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Chinese autonomous driving firm WeRide is considering Australia, South Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia as potential new markets for expansion, its chief executive said on...
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The August travel slump is here. How to survive your vacation.
Welcome to August, the month travel goes to die. Can you feel it? The system has been redlining for months, and now it’s starting to crack. Planes are filthy and hotels look neglected....
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Why is he playing 9th year of college football? The answer is more painful than you think
Just as Bobby Kennedy arrived as a Stanford assistant in 2018, he knew of a highly touted recruit out of vaunted Southern California powerhouse Mater Dei: Solomon Tuliaupupu....
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Analyzing the Texas Panhandle's 2026 out-of-state football opponents
The 2026 high school football season kicks off on Aug. 27 in the Lone Star State.
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5 burning questions for Lubbock's 2026 high school football season
How many high school football teams from the Lubbock area will have Decembers to remember? Who will be the quarterbacks to make names for themselves?
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Dave Campbell's predictions for 1A DI Big Country high school football
Just like their 11-man football counterparts in Class 5A, 4A, 3A and 2A, Dave Campbell’s Texas Football has analyzed and made preseason predictions for six-man (Class 1A) Texas high school football...
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Rise of AI shopping pushes merchants to protect loyalty, Adyen says
By Leo Marchandon and Gianluca Lo Nostro Aug 13 (Reuters) - The increasing prevalence of AI chatbots handling consumer shopping is pushing merchants to uphold more direct customer relationships over...
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Check out the Brady high school volleyball Deep in the Heart tourney schedule and scores
Brady ISD is hosting its Deep In the Heart high school volleyball tournament featuring 10 local varsity teams from Thursday, Aug. 13 to Saturday, Aug. 15....
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Midwestern State football prepares for season opener under Rich Renner
Last season, Sean Jastrab threw 19 touchdown passes in six games for Midwestern State, including six in a 69-23 win over Sul Ross State.
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2026 CCISD Spikefest schedule and results
Corpus Christi ISD's annual Spikefest, which kicks off the high school volleyball season, will take place Friday and Saturday Aug. 14-15 across gyms across the district....
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Sixteen local teams set to compete in Falcon Fest volleyball tournament
Veribest ISD is set to hold the 12th annual Falcon Fest volleyball tournament on Friday, Aug. 14 and Saturday, Aug. 15, with a total of 16 West Texas and San Angelo area schools competing....
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Meet the top 10 high school wide receivers in West Texas, San Angelo
Fall practices are here for local West Texas and San Angelo-area high school football teams.
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Archer City football expects bounce-back in 2026 under Bradan Ritchey
ARCHER CITY — A year ago, Archer City was forced to throw underclassmen "into the fire" of Friday night football.
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What is a normal cholesterol level for my age?
As you visit the doctor over the years, you may notice certain numbers in your bloodwork slowly creeping up.
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Democrats keep nominating candidates most Americans don't want | Opinion
Democratic socialist Francesca Hong lost the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary Aug. 11 to establishment-backed Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, defying months of polling showing her...
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Container shipper Hapag-Lloyd takes $600 million hit from Middle East crisis
BERLIN, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world's top container shipping companies, said on Thursday that the conflict in the Middle East, with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, cost the...
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China chip designer Kiwimoore plans Hong Kong IPO at $2 billion valuation, sources say
By Ziyi Tang and Kane Wu BEIJING/HONG KONG, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Chinese chip designer Kiwimoore has confidentially filed for a Hong Kong initial public offering, targeting a valuation of about $2...
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Analysis-Rate hike bets leave yen's post-intervention gains at BOJ's mercy
By Rocky Swift and Junko Fujita TOKYO, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Joint Japanese-U.S. efforts to shore up the battered yen two weeks ago have heightened market bets the Bank of Japan will need to hike rates...
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MLB roundup: Alex Bregman blasts 3 homers as Cubs crush Nationals
Alex Bregman slammed three homers and drove in seven runs, both career highs, leading the visiting Chicago Cubs to a 12-6 win against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday....
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European shares inch up as lower crude offsets geopolitical unease
Aug 13 (Reuters) - European shares edged higher on Thursday as oil prices fell, shifting focus to demand concerns, while U.S.-Iran peace efforts remained stalled and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz...
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LETTERS: Utility workers are not the enemy
Utility workers are not the enemy I am writing as a concerned member of this community and as a utility communications technician who works on this equipment with my own hands....
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Dodgers 1B Freddie Freeman listed as day-to-day after fall into dugout
Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman admitted following the game Wednesday that he was sore all over, but he apparently avoided a serious injury after falling into the visitors' dugout while pursuing...
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Shein eyes Hong Kong market debut on August 28, source says
HONG KONG, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Online fast-fashion retailer Shein is planning to make its stockmarket debut in Hong Kong on August 28, a person with knowledge of the matter said, ending a listing...
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Analysis-Ice cream makers bet consumers still want treats, just healthier ones
By Alexander Marrow LONDON, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Ice cream companies may be enjoying a summer sales boost from soaring temperatures, but behind the scenes they are preparing for a future where consumers...
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UK economy unexpectedly grows by 0.3% in June, ONS says
(Adds dropped word 'product' to lead) LONDON, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Britain's economy unexpectedly grew in June with gross domestic product rising by 0.3%, official data showed on Thursday....
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Wordle hint today: Clues for August 13 2026 NYT puzzle #1881
WARNING: THERE ARE WORDLE SPOILERS AHEAD! DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU DON’T WANT THE AUGUST 13, 2026 WORDLE ANSWER SPOILED FOR YOU. Ready? OK.
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Container shipping group Maersk Q2 profit beats forecasts, raises outlook
COPENHAGEN, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Danish shipping group Maersk on Thursday reported a second-quarter operating profit above expectations and raised its full-year earnings guidance for a second time this...
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Golden State Valkyries keep rolling with fifth consecutive win
The Golden State Valkyries returned home to Ballhalla and were welcomed by their 40th straight sellout.