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FBI: 'Planned attacks' foiled at White House UFC event
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed Tuesday that law enforcement officials disrupted "planned attacks" at last weekend's White House UFC event that reportedly included explosive drones.,Five people were arrested from states including Ohio, Missouri and California, sources told The Associated Press.,AB...
Bulls tab new head coach Tiago Splitter to lead next era
The Chicago Bulls officially named Tiago Splitter as the 25th head coach in franchise history on Tuesday.,Terms of the contract were not disclosed for the 41-year-old Brazilian. He succeeds Billy Donovan, who stepped down on April 21 after six seasons.,"We are excited to welcome Tiago to the Chicago...
Kyle Whittingham Could Finally Win A National Title At Michigan
Kyle Whittingham built Utah into a powerhouse. Now Michigan may give him the opportunity to win the national championship that eluded him for decades....
Phillies rookie Gabriel Rincones Jr. aims for encore against Marlins
Please forgive Gabriel Rincones Jr. if he seems tired when the Philadelphia Phillies host the Miami Marlins on Tuesday.,The rookie outfielder likely will be on cloud nine for the near future after notching his first career hit -- a home run -- in the Phillies' 7-0 victory on Monday.,"I don't think I...
Nationals, facing Royals, chase 4th consecutive series victory
The Washington Nationals can secure their fourth straight series win when they host the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.,The Nationals beat the Royals 7-3 on Monday night in the opener of a three-game set. Washington has won three consecutive games and seven of its past 10. At 38-35, the Nationals are...
Zack Wheeler, Gabriel Rincones Jr. help Phillies blank Marlins
Zack Wheeler struck out nine over six strong innings and Gabriel Rincones Jr. hit his first career home run to highlight the Philadelphia Phillies' 7-0 victory over the visiting Miami Marlins on Monday.,After getting shut out twice in Milwaukee over the weekend, Philadelphia turned the tables on Mia...
Matt Fitzpatrick wants to see difficult Shinnecock course for U.S. Open
At the approximate halfway point of the 2026 PGA Tour season, it's hard to make an argument that anyone has been more consistent from January into June than Matt Fitzpatrick.,He's made the cut at all 14 events he's entered this season, finished in the top 25 10 times, top three five times and won th...
Wizards C Alex Sarr undergoes surgery for foot fracture
Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr underwent surgery for a fractured right foot, the team announced, and is expected to be available at the start of the 2026-27 season.,Sarr, 21, sustained the injury during an offseason workout, according to the Wizards. His surgery was performed in New York.,Sarr ...
Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi bracing to be fired after World Cup loss
Tunisia head coach Sabri Lamouchi was bracing to be fired on Monday after a lopsided loss in their first World Cup game.,Sweden routed Tunisia 5-1 in Sunday night's Group F opener in Guadalupe, Mexico, and multiple outlets reported Lamouchi would be replaced. ,No immediate change was made Sunday nig...
Report: Bulls hiring Tiago Splitter as head coach
The Chicago Bulls are hiring Tiago Splitter as their new head coach, ESPN reported on Monday.,The 41-year-old Brazilian succeeds Billy Donovan, who stepped down on April 21 after six seasons.,Splitter, a center who played parts of seven seasons in the NBA, led the Portland Trail Blazers to a 42-40 s...
Tunisia fires coach Sabri Lamouchi after World Cup loss
Tunisia fired head coach Sabri Lamouchi on Monday after a lopsided loss in their first World Cup game.,The Tunisian Football Federation announced his dismissal on its Instagram account. Written in Arabic, the statement was translated by Google.,"An agreement has been officially reached to dismiss co...
Indiana, UNC to play October exhibition game
Indiana and North Carolina, two of the only six men's basketball teams to win at least five NCAA championships, will meet Oct. 18 in a preseason exhibition game.,The game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The start time and broadcast information will be announced at a later da...
Justin Gaethje Finally Gets His Ultimate Highlight at UFC Freedom 250
Justin Gaethje shocked the MMA world at UFC Freedom 250, defeating Ilia Topuria to capture undisputed lightweight gold at the White House....
Reports: Flyers nearing extension with G Daniel Vladar
The Philadelphia Flyers are finalizing a long-term extension with goaltender Daniel Vladar, multiple outlets reported.,The deal, which cannot become official until July 1, will be for five or six years with an average annual value between $5 million and $6 million, per the reports.,Vladar, 28, went ...
Marlins aim to remain hot in visit to Phillies
The Miami Marlins are crossing Pennsylvania with some momentum as they open a three-game road set against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday.,Miami is coming off a series victory in Pittsburgh, highlighted by a 4-2 win over ace right-hander Paul Skenes and the Pirates on Sunday. The Marlins rode a ...
Analysis: Freedom 250 proves the world truly is the UFC's stage
The imagery alone -- the Octagon set against the backdrop of the American presidency -- is enough to command global attention.,UFC Freedom 250, a reported $60 million project, was destined to be labeled a sideshow the moment the venue was announced -- the White House South Lawn in Washington. It is ...
Team Liquid still unblemished at OWCS Stage 2
Team Liquid is alone atop of the standings at 2-0 after regular-season play Sunday for Stage 2 of North American qualifying for the Overwatch Champions Series.,A 3-1 win over LuneX Gaming kept Team Liquid at the top, while Dallas Fuel notched their first win in sweeping last-place The Kafe, 3-0, in ...
White Sox score six in sixth to swipe series from Dodgers
Colson Montgomery and Chase Meidroth belted two-run home runs to highlight a six-run sixth inning as the Chicago White Sox earned a 6-4 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday afternoon.,Erick Fedde (2-5) claimed the win by throwing 2 2/3 scoreless innings in relief. He scattered thr...
Kyle Harrison bests Cristopher Sanchez as Brewers blank Phillies
Light-hitting Blake Perkins had a three-run homer and Kyle Harrison bounced back from his worst career start to toss six innings of three-hit ball to pace the Milwaukee Brewers over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies 4-0 on Sunday in the deciding game of the three-game series., ,Perkins, who entered...
White Sox use long ball to take series from Dodgers
Colson Montgomery and Chase Meidroth each belted two-run home runs on Sunday afternoon to help the Chicago White Sox earn a 6-4 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers.,Erick Fedde (2-5) earned the win, throwing 2 2/3 scoreless innings in relief and allowing three hits while striking out four ...