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Bengals' Evan McPherson has NFL-record field goal called back in heartbreaking fashion vs Packers

Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson almost rewrote the NFL record books on Sunday when he lined up for a 67-yard field goal to end the first half against the Green Bay Packers. McPherson’s kick banged off the crossbar of the goal post and went through the uprights. Unfortunately, Packers head …

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UK warns Palestinian protest group to stand down after synagogue attack: 'Respect the grief of British Jews'

The United Kingdom’s government and police urged organizers of a planned anti-Israel protest to cancel the event following this week’s deadly synagogue attack, saying demonstrators should “respect the grief of British Jews.” “I know that planned protests over the weekend, just a few days before the anniversary of the October …

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Ravens expect Lamar Jackson to return in Week 8 after fourth straight loss

The Baltimore Ravens are heading into their bye week a shocking 1-5 after losing their fourth straight game, but reinforcements are on the way. Lamar Jackson, who has missed the last two games with a hamstring injury, is expected to return in Week 8 against the Chicago Bears, head coach …

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California volleyball team with trans player stays undefeated in league play, in first place after forfeits

A transgender volleyball player in California has helped lead a girls high school team to an undefeated start in league play and first place after multiple opponents forfeited matches. Jurupa Valley High School’s girls volleyball team improved to 6-0 in league play to cement its place at the top of …

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Broncos' defense shuts down Jets in big London victory

The Denver Broncos’ defense was firing on all cylinders and played a massive role in the team’s 13-11 victory over the New York Jets in London on Sunday. The Broncos held the Jets’ offense to 82 yards on 12 total drives. New York averaged 1.4 yards per play and netted …

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Natasha Cloud warns against WNBA's declining activism edge, recalls pivotal 2020 season: 'We saved democracy'

The WNBA has experienced unprecedented growth and attention over the past few seasons. New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud reflected on how players have wielded the league’s growing influence, particularly during the 2020 season. That year marked the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, while incidents of police brutality sparked social …

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Penn State athletic director explains decision to fire head coach James Franklin: 'I felt it was time'

Penn State Nittany Lions athletic director Pat Kraft made the decision to fire head football coach James Franklin, and he told reporters on Monday that it wasn’t just the three-game losing streak that led to the decision. Franklin’s departure is a shock to college football, as the leader in the …

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Larry Fitzgerald says grass fields aren't 'feasible in most places' despite players' injuries

Week 4 of the NFL season saw a number of endings, two of which were season ending. Malik Nabers and Tyreek Hill both tore their ACLs, Trey Benson injured his knee and Lamar Jackson tweaked a hamstring, just to name a few. Specifically, in Nabers’ case, that injury occurred on …

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After Trump declares ‘war is over,’ Hamas executes rivals in Gaza to reassert control

AfterPresident Donald Trump declared in Israel’s Knesset that “the war is over” and celebrated the returnof the remaining living hostages, Hamas terrorists across the border in Gaza were reportedly killing its opponents in Gaza City’s main square — in full view of the public. Videos circulating on social media appear …

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New York Jets deny retaliation allegations by former employee

The New York Jets have responded to allegations made by former employee Elaine Chen. Chen filed a lawsuit claiming she was fired in response to her role in an investigation of allegations of sexual misconduct against team president Hymie Elhai. Chen alleges the Jets retaliated against her and her husband …

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