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UN nuclear agency’s board condemns Iran for the 2nd time this year for failing to fully cooperate
Read full article: UN nuclear agency’s board condemns Iran for the 2nd time this year for failing to fully cooperateThe U.N. nuclear watchdog’s board has condemned Iran for failing to cooperate fully with the agency, the second time it has done so in just five months.
World swim body eases rules on approved Russians competing in relays and some team events
Read full article: World swim body eases rules on approved Russians competing in relays and some team eventsThe World Aquatics governing body of swimming has eased rules that now allow approved athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete in team events at international meetings.
Mavs star Luka Doncic has a right wrist sprain and will be re-evaluated in a week
Read full article: Mavs star Luka Doncic has a right wrist sprain and will be re-evaluated in a weekLuka Doncic has a right wrist sprain that will sideline the Dallas Mavericks star on a three-game road trip starting Friday night in Denver.
Shohei Ohtani likely to win his third MVP award and Aaron Judge his second
Read full article: Shohei Ohtani likely to win his third MVP award and Aaron Judge his secondShohei Ohtani is expected to win his third Most Valuable Player Award and first in the National League, and Aaron Judge is likely to earn his second AL honor when the Baseball Writers’ Association announces its balloting.
Giannis Antetokounmpo launches venture capital fund for investments in sports and entertainment
Read full article: Giannis Antetokounmpo launches venture capital fund for investments in sports and entertainmentGiannis Antetokounmpo is looking for some assists off the court, aiding with investments in early stage startup companies.
US applications for jobless benefits fall to 213,000, remaining near 7-month lows
Read full article: US applications for jobless benefits fall to 213,000, remaining near 7-month lowsThe number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell again last week, remaining near seven-month lows.
Death toll in Gaza from Israel-Hamas war passes 44,000, Palestinian officials say
Read full article: Death toll in Gaza from Israel-Hamas war passes 44,000, Palestinian officials sayPalestinian health officials say the death toll in the Gaza Strip from the 13-month-old war between Israel and Hamas has surpassed 44,000.
Manfred says Tampa area politicians will be given time to sort out Rays' ballpark situation
Read full article: Manfred says Tampa area politicians will be given time to sort out Rays' ballpark situationTampa area politicians will be given time to sort out the Rays’ ballpark situation following Hurricane Milton, and baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said there has been no thought to allowing the team to explore a relocation.
Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from the World Series to hit the auction block
Read full article: Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from the World Series to hit the auction blockFreddie Freeman’s historic walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the World Series is hitting the auction block.
Spain to grant residency, work permits to hundreds of thousands of migrants in the country illegally
Read full article: Spain to grant residency, work permits to hundreds of thousands of migrants in the country illegallySpain will grant residency and work permits to about 300,000 migrants in the country illegally each year for the next three years.
The UN authorizes the 1st mpox vaccine for children in an attempt to control the outbreak in Congo
Read full article: The UN authorizes the 1st mpox vaccine for children in an attempt to control the outbreak in CongoThe World Health Organization has authorized the first mpox vaccine for children.
Mexico overcomes 2-goal deficit, reaches CONCACAF Nations League semifinals with US, Canada, Panama
Read full article: Mexico overcomes 2-goal deficit, reaches CONCACAF Nations League semifinals with US, Canada, PanamaMexico overcame a two-goal, first-leg deficit and reached the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals with a 4-0 win over Honduras at Toluca behind two goals from Henry Martín and one each from Raúl Jiménez and Jorge Sánchez.
No. 1 Kansas overcomes sluggish start, beats UNC Wilmington 84-66 to give Bill Self 800th career win
Read full article: No. 1 Kansas overcomes sluggish start, beats UNC Wilmington 84-66 to give Bill Self 800th career winHunter Dickinson had 15 points and 15 rebounds, Dajuan Harris Jr. scored 16 points, and No. 1 Kansas shrugged off a sluggish start to beat UNC Wilmington 84-66 on Tuesday night and give Jayhawks coach Bill Self his 800th career win.
Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland's 15-game win streak
Read full article: Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland's 15-game win streakThe defending NBA champions held off the league’s hottest team, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland and hand the Cavaliers their first loss after 15 straight wins to open the season.
California voters reject measure that would have raised minimum wage to nation-high $18 per hour
Read full article: California voters reject measure that would have raised minimum wage to nation-high $18 per hourCalifornia voters have rejected a measure on the November ballot that would have raised the minimum wage for most workers to $18 an hour.
Los Angeles Sparks hire University of Utah coach Lynne Roberts to fill vacant head coach position
Read full article: Los Angeles Sparks hire University of Utah coach Lynne Roberts to fill vacant head coach positionThe Los Angeles Sparks have hired Utah coach Lynne Roberts to fill their vacant head coach position.
Tampa Bay Rays say new St. Pete stadium is unlikely to be ready for 2028 season, if at all
Read full article: Tampa Bay Rays say new St. Pete stadium is unlikely to be ready for 2028 season, if at allA combination of hurricane damage to Tropicana Field and political delays on financing means it is highly unlikely the Tampa Bay Rays’ planned new stadium will be ready for the 2028 season, if at all.
Homophobic abuse of Kerr and Mewis is 'unacceptable,' Chelsea manager says
Read full article: Homophobic abuse of Kerr and Mewis is 'unacceptable,' Chelsea manager saysChelsea women’s team manager Sonia Bompastor has condemned the homophobic abuse that striker Sam Kerr and U.S. midfielder Kristie Mewis faced after they announced they are expecting a baby.
New Harry Potter ride at Universal Orlando will have British Ministry of Magic as setting
Read full article: New Harry Potter ride at Universal Orlando will have British Ministry of Magic as settingHarry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.
4 monkeys remain free nearly 2 weeks after dozens escaped a South Carolina compound
Read full article: 4 monkeys remain free nearly 2 weeks after dozens escaped a South Carolina compoundAuthorities say four monkeys remain free nearly two weeks after a group of 43 escaped from a South Carolina compound that breeds them for medical research.
Nearly 2.6 million Michigan residents expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year, AAA says
Read full article: Nearly 2.6 million Michigan residents expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year, AAA saysNearly 2.6 million residents are expected to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday. AAA says this is an all-time high for Thanksgiving, and 65,000 more travelers than last year.
Bronny James has a left heel bruise and is listed as doubtful for the Lakers' next game
Read full article: Bronny James has a left heel bruise and is listed as doubtful for the Lakers' next gameBronny James has a bruised left heel, and he is listed as doubtful for the Los Angeles Lakers’ next game against the Utah Jazz.
Debris falls from roof at home of Cowboys before game against Texans; no injuries reported
Read full article: Debris falls from roof at home of Cowboys before game against Texans; no injuries reportedOfficials say a piece of the roof at the home of the Dallas Cowboys fell to the field while the retractable portion of it was being opened at least three hours before a game against Houston.
NYC issues first drought warning in 22 years, pauses aqueduct repairs to bring in more water
Read full article: NYC issues first drought warning in 22 years, pauses aqueduct repairs to bring in more waterNew York City issued its first drought warning in 22 years and paused major repairs to its main water aqueduct out of concern for the lack of rainfall.
UK hits Iran with new sanctions for supplying missiles to Russia
Read full article: UK hits Iran with new sanctions for supplying missiles to RussiaThe U.K. government has hit Iran with new sanctions for sending ballistic missiles and other weapons to Russia in support of the war against Ukraine.
Hungarian official criticizes Biden decision allowing Ukraine to use US weapons to strike Russia
Read full article: Hungarian official criticizes Biden decision allowing Ukraine to use US weapons to strike RussiaHungary’s foreign minister is criticizing U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to authorize Ukraine to use missiles supplied by Washington to strike deeper inside Russia.
Protesters in Georgia's capital set up a tent camp and demand new elections, wary of Russia
Read full article: Protesters in Georgia's capital set up a tent camp and demand new elections, wary of RussiaDemonstrators in Georgia’s capital have set up tents on a central thoroughfare and vowed to stay around the clock to demand new parliamentary elections in the country.
Rafael Nadal and Spain's captain won't say whether he'll play at the Davis Cup
Read full article: Rafael Nadal and Spain's captain won't say whether he'll play at the Davis CupNeither Rafael Nadal nor Spanish captain David Ferrer is ready to say whether the 22-time Grand Slam champion will play singles or doubles at the Davis Cup Final 8.
Beyoncé will perform at halftime of Ravens-Texans Christmas Day game on Netflix
Read full article: Beyoncé will perform at halftime of Ravens-Texans Christmas Day game on NetflixBeyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Ravens-Texans game.
Lions lose starting LB Alex Anzalone for 6 to 8 weeks with broken forearm
Read full article: Lions lose starting LB Alex Anzalone for 6 to 8 weeks with broken forearmDetroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone has broken his left forearm and is expected to miss six to eight weeks, another blow to a defense that has been hit hard by injuries.
Cunningham's 4th triple-double of the season lifts the Pistons to a 124-104 rout of Washington
Read full article: Cunningham's 4th triple-double of the season lifts the Pistons to a 124-104 rout of WashingtonCade Cunningham had 21 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds to lead the Detroit Pistons over the Washington Wizards 124-104.
Darius Garland scores 25, Cavaliers become 4th team to start 15-0 with 128-114 win over Hornets
Read full article: Darius Garland scores 25, Cavaliers become 4th team to start 15-0 with 128-114 win over HornetsDarius Garland scored 25 points, Ty Jerome matched his career-high with 24 in place of Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers stayed unbeaten with a 128-114 win over the Charlotte Hornets.
NBA fines Bucks coach Doc Rivers for comments about call refs admitted they got wrong
Read full article: NBA fines Bucks coach Doc Rivers for comments about call refs admitted they got wrongMilwaukee coach Doc Rivers was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Sunday for public criticism of the officiating on a foul against Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo that the referees admitted they got wrong.
Union workers picket for 3rd day at Las Vegas casino with no talks slated
Read full article: Union workers picket for 3rd day at Las Vegas casino with no talks slatedPicketing is continuing outside a hotel-casino near the Las Vegas Strip with no talks scheduled between management and union members.
Protesters in separatist Georgian region occupy government buildings, calling for leader's ouster
Read full article: Protesters in separatist Georgian region occupy government buildings, calling for leader's ousterOpposition protesters in Georgia’s breakaway province of Abkhazia have refused to cede control of key government buildings seized during rallies on Friday during which at least 14 people were injured in clashes with police.
'Gracias, Rafa': Rafael Nadal will head into retirement after Spain hosts the Davis Cup
Read full article: 'Gracias, Rafa': Rafael Nadal will head into retirement after Spain hosts the Davis CupRafael Nadal's impending retirement will loom over the Davis Cup Final 8 when play begins Tuesday in Malaga, Spain.
No. 1 Oregon rallies in 4th quarter to beat Wisconsin 16-13
Read full article: No. 1 Oregon rallies in 4th quarter to beat Wisconsin 16-13Atticus Sappington broke a tie with a 24-yard field goal with 2:36 remaining and No. 1 Oregon rallied in the fourth quarter to beat Wisconsin 16-13 on Saturday night.
LSU coach Brian Kelly screams at one player and gets yelled at by another in loss at Florida
Read full article: LSU coach Brian Kelly screams at one player and gets yelled at by another in loss at FloridaLSU coach Brian Kelly was caught on camera screaming at one player and getting yelled at by another.
Here’s how to participate in the annual ‘Blood Battle’ between University of Michigan, Ohio State
Read full article: Here’s how to participate in the annual ‘Blood Battle’ between University of Michigan, Ohio StateThe annual blood drive competition between the University of Michigan and Ohio State University is underway, and people have the chance to donate and get a tour of Michigan Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 17.
Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava cleared to play vs Georgia
Read full article: Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava cleared to play vs GeorgiaTennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava has been cleared to play when the sixth-ranked Volunteers face No. 11 Georgia in a game with major College Football Playoff ramifications.
Edwards, Timberwolves beat Kings 130-126 in OT despite franchise-record 60 points from De'Aaron Fox
Read full article: Edwards, Timberwolves beat Kings 130-126 in OT despite franchise-record 60 points from De'Aaron FoxAnthony Edwards had 36 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the short-handed Sacramento Kings 130-126 in overtime despite a franchise-record 60 points from De’Aaron Fox.
No. 13 Purdue rediscovers strong post presence in 87-78 win over No. 2 Alabama
Read full article: No. 13 Purdue rediscovers strong post presence in 87-78 win over No. 2 AlabamaWhen Purdue lost All-America center Zach Edey to the NBA after he swept the past two national player of the year awards, some wondered how the Boilermakers would replace him.
Donovan Mitchell scores 37, Cavaliers stay perfect and improve to 14-0 with 144-126 win over Bulls
Read full article: Donovan Mitchell scores 37, Cavaliers stay perfect and improve to 14-0 with 144-126 win over BullsDonovan Mitchell scored a season-high 37 points, Darius Garland had 29 and the Cleveland Cavaliers continued one of the best starts in league history, improving to 14-0 with a 144-126 win over the Chicago Bulls in an NBA Cup game.
Nuggets star Nikola Jokic and coach Michael Malone miss game against Pelicans for personal reasons
Read full article: Nuggets star Nikola Jokic and coach Michael Malone miss game against Pelicans for personal reasonsThe Denver Nuggets were without star center Nikola Jokic and coach Michael Malone for their NBA Cup opener Friday night against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Virgin Mary statue, a symbol of resilience, returns to Notre Dame Cathedral 5 years after fire
Read full article: Virgin Mary statue, a symbol of resilience, returns to Notre Dame Cathedral 5 years after fireA medieval statue of the Virgin Mary and Child, known as the “Virgin of Paris,” has returned to Notre Dame cathedral, five years after surviving the devastating fire of 2019.
Outside report calls on UCLA to develop clear plans and policies for major protests
Read full article: Outside report calls on UCLA to develop clear plans and policies for major protestsA law enforcement consulting group says the University of California, Los Angeles should develop clear plans and policies, communication lines and decision-making authority for major protests.
General Motors lays off about 1,000 workers, cutting costs to compete in a crowded automobile market
Read full article: General Motors lays off about 1,000 workers, cutting costs to compete in a crowded automobile marketGeneral Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
Swiatek helps Poland oust host Spain from Billie Jean King Cup Finals, Britain beats Germany
Read full article: Swiatek helps Poland oust host Spain from Billie Jean King Cup Finals, Britain beats GermanyIga Swiatek has beaten Paula Badosa in three sets and Poland has knocked out host Spain 2-0 in the opening round of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Malaga.
Workers at Canada's national postal service go on strike Friday, disrupting deliveries
Read full article: Workers at Canada's national postal service go on strike Friday, disrupting deliveriesWorkers at Canada’s national postal service are on strike after failing to reach a negotiated agreement with Canada Post.
Police make 2 arrests after brief fan-fight at high-security France-Israel soccer match
Read full article: Police make 2 arrests after brief fan-fight at high-security France-Israel soccer matchParis police made two arrests after a brief fan-fight at a Nations League soccer game between France and Israel.
At least 10 people were killed in a fire at a nursing home in northeastern Spain
Read full article: At least 10 people were killed in a fire at a nursing home in northeastern SpainAuthorities say at least 10 people have died and others were injured in a fire at a nursing home near the northeastern Spanish city of Zaragoza.
Japan's economy grows for a second straight quarter on the back of consumer spending
Read full article: Japan's economy grows for a second straight quarter on the back of consumer spendingJapan’s economy eked out an annual rate of 0.9% growth in the July-September quarter as consumer spending held up.
Ex-Phoenix Suns employee files racial discrimination, retaliation lawsuit against the team
Read full article: Ex-Phoenix Suns employee files racial discrimination, retaliation lawsuit against the teamA former Phoenix Suns employee is suing the team, alleging racial discrimination and unlawful retaliation that led to her termination.
Bills aiming to stop scammers filing fake property deeds in Michigan signed into law
Read full article: Bills aiming to stop scammers filing fake property deeds in Michigan signed into lawProperty title theft is a big problem everywhere in the country, including Michigan, but new bills aimed to stop scammers from filing fake deeds with the county were signed into law.
Belize on alert as Tropical Storm Sara moves along Honduran coast bringing heavy rain
Read full article: Belize on alert as Tropical Storm Sara moves along Honduran coast bringing heavy rainBelize issued tropical storm warnings for coastal areas on Friday as Tropical Storm Sara moved through the Caribbean, dousing Honduras’ northern coast with heavy rain.
Homeland Security Department releases framework for using AI in critical infrastructure
Read full article: Homeland Security Department releases framework for using AI in critical infrastructureThe Biden administration has released guidelines for using artificial intelligence in the power grid, water system, air travel network and other pieces of critical infrastructure.
Only 8 monkeys remain free after more than a week outside a South Carolina compound
Read full article: Only 8 monkeys remain free after more than a week outside a South Carolina compoundAuthorities say Just eight monkeys remain free from the group who broke out of a South Carolina compound that breeds the primates for medical research.
Maker of Coach handbags calls off merger with company that produces Michael Kors accessories
Read full article: Maker of Coach handbags calls off merger with company that produces Michael Kors accessoriesFashion company Tapestry says it’s terminating its proposed merger with Capri because the two luxury groups don’t expect to overcome an antitrust challenge within an acceptable time frame.
Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn is ending her retirement at age 40 to make a skiing comeback
Read full article: Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn is ending her retirement at age 40 to make a skiing comebackLindsey Vonn says she is coming out of retirement to rejoin the U.S. Ski Team in an attempt to race again at age 40.
Japan will resume V-22 flights after inquiry finds pilot error caused incident last month
Read full article: Japan will resume V-22 flights after inquiry finds pilot error caused incident last monthThe Japanese army's fleet of hybrid-helicopter aircraft have been cleared to resume operations after being grounded following an incident last month.
Free contraception available at over 300 locations in Michigan
Read full article: Free contraception available at over 300 locations in MichiganOver-the-counter oral birth control pills, emergency contraception, condoms and family planning educational resources are now available at more than 300 locations across Michigan.
LeBron James has third straight triple-double as Lakers rally for 128-123 victory over Grizzlies
Read full article: LeBron James has third straight triple-double as Lakers rally for 128-123 victory over GrizzliesLeBron James had 35 points, 14 assists and 12 rebounds for his third straight triple-double and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 128-123 on Wednesday night.
Back in Top 25 spotlight, No. 22 St. John's puts away Wagner to set up Pitino father-son showdown
Read full article: Back in Top 25 spotlight, No. 22 St. John's puts away Wagner to set up Pitino father-son showdownIn their return to the national rankings, Rick Pitino and his St. John’s team finished much better than they started.
A wayward sea turtle wound up in the Netherlands. A rescue brought it thousands of miles back home
Read full article: A wayward sea turtle wound up in the Netherlands. A rescue brought it thousands of miles back homeAn endangered sea turtle has been released into the Gulf of Mexico after being found off the coast of the Netherlands, 5,000 miles from its home.
The ACC began the season fighting for respect. The early CFP rankings show it is an uphill battle
Read full article: The ACC began the season fighting for respect. The early CFP rankings show it is an uphill battleThe Atlantic Coast Conference finds itself fighting for respect from the College Football Playoff selection committee.
Oweh's big plays give Mark Pope his first big win for No. 19 Kentucky, beating No. 6 Duke 77-72
Read full article: Oweh's big plays give Mark Pope his first big win for No. 19 Kentucky, beating No. 6 Duke 77-72Otega Oweh knocked down four free throws in the final 10.3 seconds and No. 19 Kentucky claimed the first big win of Mark Pope’s coaching tenure, knocking off No. 6 Duke 77-72 at the Champions Classic in Atlanta.
Bill Self becomes winningest coach in Kansas history, Jayhawks beat Michigan State 77-69
Read full article: Bill Self becomes winningest coach in Kansas history, Jayhawks beat Michigan State 77-69Hunter Dickinson scored 28 points and Bill Self became the winningest coach in Kansas history as the No. 1 Jayhawks pulled away from Michigan State for a 77-69 victory in the Champions Classic.
2 more escaped monkeys recaptured and enjoying peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in South Carolina
Read full article: 2 more escaped monkeys recaptured and enjoying peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in South CarolinaAuthorities say two monkeys have been returned to a South Carolina compound that breeds the animals for medical research.
Diamond Sports Group will offer single-game pricing to stream NBA and NHL games starting next month
Read full article: Diamond Sports Group will offer single-game pricing to stream NBA and NHL games starting next monthThe nation’s largest owner of regional sports networks will offer single-game pricing for NBA and NHL games beginning next month.
European fake art network involving Banksys, Warhols, Modiglianis uncovered in Italy
Read full article: European fake art network involving Banksys, Warhols, Modiglianis uncovered in ItalyItalian authorities say they have dismantled a network of European art forgers who made fake Warhols, Banksys and Picassos and then tried to sell them with the help of complicit auction houses.