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Sun end Connecticut run with win over Tempo before Houston move — 2dThe Connecticut Sun closed their 23-year run in Connecticut with a 95-81 win over the Toronto Tempo, led by rookie Ashlon Jackson’s career-high 18 points. The franchise, whose history includes four WNBA Finals appearances, will relocate to Houston and become the Comets in 2027.

Tom Gallagher It's bittersweet seeing the Sun wrap up 23 years in Connecticut with a strong win, but Jackson's 18 points gave fans something positive to remember.

Rookie Shay Ciezki Scores 22 in Mercury Comeback Win — Sep 18, 2026Undrafted rookie Shay Ciezki scored a career-high 22 points off the bench, 17 in the third quarter, as Phoenix rallied past Portland 94-91.

Marcus Bell Portland fought hard too but the short-handed roster made it tough to close out the win.

Nor’easter Prompts Cubs-Red Sox Schedule ChangesSports — 5dA powerful nor'easter threatens the Cubs‑Red Sox series in Boston, risking rainouts and possible makeup games that could affect wild-card seeding with six games left for both teams. Forecasts from EC‑AIFA and other models point to heavy rain, high winds, and a potential need for a makeup doubleheader or even a neutral-site solution if the games matter for postseason positioning.

Jackie Young Ties WNBA Quarter-Scoring Record as Aces Rout Storm — Sep 18, 2026Jackie Young tied the WNBA quarter-scoring record with 22 points in the first period and finished with a career-high 35 as Las Vegas beat Seattle 114-77.

Derek Foss Jackie Young's 22-point quarter is wild, she looked unstoppable right from the start against Seattle.

Trump, Zelenskyy to Meet in New York — Sep 18, 2026Several reports indicate that a Lavrov-Rubio meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly is being prepared, with Ukraine as a central topic of discussion. They also note that high-level debates are Sept. 22-26 and 28, Lavrov will lead the Russian delegation, and talks on resuming negotiations with Ukraine remain a focal point.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

U.S. Poverty Hits Record Low, Incomes Rise — Sep 17, 2026President Trump publicly defends his Iran strategy as worth the cost while privately acknowledging that midterm realities are shaping his efforts to help Republicans, including stump trips and campaign fundraising. Across separate programs, commentators and analysts point to record-low poverty and near-record-high incomes as favorable economic signs for Trump, even as critics argue price pressures complicate the political picture and midterm dynamics remain contested.

Aliyah Boston Helps Team USA Claim Fifth Straight World Cup Title — Sep 18, 2026Aliyah Boston played a pivotal role for Team USA as they won the FIBA World Cup, posting strong two-way impact with 6.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and a high plus-minus while Coach Stephanie White lauded her growth and ability to stretch the floor. Her form helped the Fever secure a playoff spot, and both Boston and White stressed the potential for expanded, multi-faceted roles for Boston with Team USA and in the WNBA going forward.

NFL Issues Week 1 Fines Across League — Sep 15, 2026Week 1 of the NFL season featured high-profile returns and costly penalties that influenced outcomes, including the Cowboys’ loss after Javonte Williams’ taunting tainting an extra-point attempt and a fined performance by Edwards for a roughing call on Josh Allen, with other Texans fined for uniform violations. Patrick Mahomes returned from his knee injury to lead the Chiefs to a 31-10 win over the Broncos, while a postgame moment and a potential upcoming review of a roughing hit drew attention after the game.

Oklahoma Seeks To Establish A Turning Point Chapter At Every High School — Sep 24, 2025Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters announced Tuesday a partnership with Turning Point USA (TPUSA) — founded by the assassinated Charlie Kirk — to establish chapters of the organization in every high school in…

Liberal Woman Breaks Down In Tears Because Turning Point USA Chapter Formed At High School — Nov 17, 2025A woman broke down in tears during a Thursday school board meeting in Royal Oak, Michigan, where multiple left-wing speakers demanded that a Turning Point USA (TPUSA) chapter be shut down. Officials at Royal Oak High…

Multiple States Echo New Tax StrategyReporting — Apr 7, 2026At some point, every government hits a limit on how much it can squeeze out of taxpayers. What’s happening now in several traditionally high-tax states suggests they may be reaching that point sooner than expected…

Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Colorado, Arkansas and California top new 2027 football recruit rankings — Sep 4, 2026The college football recruiting landscape for the 2027 cycle is increasingly shaped by NIL, branding potential, and media presence alongside on-field talent, with Colorado and Arkansas prospects entering high school with endorsement buzz. Meanwhile, Texas remains a focal point with Arch Manning atop a talent-rich roster that could yield top NFL draft selections, complemented by other highly regarded peers like Cam Coleman and Tyler Goosby.

Marcus Bell Arch Manning still hasn't started a full season and he's already being talked about like a top NFL pick, that's a lot of pressure early.

ALFREDO ORTIZ: Jobs Report Proves Trump’s Point About ‘Too-Late’ Powell — Aug 1, 2025Friday’s jobs report and the dramatic downward revisions to the past two jobs reports are the clearest proof yet that the Federal Reserve has held interest rates too high for too long. They prove President Trump’s point…

Golden Knights Extend Captain Mark Stone Through 2029 — Sep 12, 2026The Vegas Golden Knights signed captain Mark Stone to a two-year, $9 million-per-season extension through the 2028-29 season, effective after this year, continuing his leadership role despite a slight pay cut from his current deal. The 34-year-old winger, coming off a career-high 73-point season and known for his defense and playoff leadership, remains a central figure as the team aims for another championship with a healthier roster and core stars like Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner in mind.

Sam Okafor Stone's extension at a slight cut shows smart cap management, his defense and leadership should help push for another deep playoff run.

Consumer Confidence Drops As Americans Remain Frustrated With High Prices One Month From Election — Oct 11, 2024American consumer confidence declined in October amid concerns over high prices, according to The University of Michigan’s Index of Consumer Sentiment. Consumer sentiment in the U.S. went down by 1.2 index points to…

Could you pass as a prompt engineer?Quizie — QuizFifteen real prompting scenarios — pick the move an actual pro would make. The rank at the end is built for your bio.

Football Team Down 17 Points with About a Minute Left Refuses to Quit, Provides Shocking ReversalReporting — Sep 19, 2021A lesson in what can be possible in the closing moments of a football game was delivered by an Arizona high school team that took about a minute Friday night to come back from a 17-point deficit and defeat a top-ranked…

Ten-Man City Beat United 1-0 in Derby — Sep 11, 2026Bookmakers are dangling boosted derby odds for Manchester United vs Manchester City, with Paddy Power offering 70-1 on United and 50-1 on City across various promotions, plus Coral presenting a 50/1 City bet and OLBG highlighting a 50-1 offer as well. The coverage also notes City’s hot form and Haaland’s scoring reassurance alongside United’s defensive vulnerabilities, making the clash a high-stakes betting focal point for bettors.

Biden Communications Staffer Blames Harris for Failing to Meet ‘Sky-High Expectations’: BookReporting — Mar 22, 2022A top White House communications staffer is reportedly pointing the finger at Vice President Kamala Harris for perceived failures to meet “sky-high expectations.” According to Politico’s Playbook , part of a forthcoming…

Dem Senator Claims Major Swing State Faces ‘Voter Suppression,’ Despite Being Confronted On ‘High Turnout’ — Oct 20, 2024Democratic Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock stood by his claim on Sunday that the state suffers from “voter suppression,” despite CBS host Margaret Brennan pointing out the “high turnout” of voters. Georgia began its first…

Engstler Career Night Helps Fire Beat Dream 101-83 — Aug 29, 2026Portland Fire defeated the Atlanta Dream 101-83 to snap the Dream’s four-game winning streak, led by Emily Engstler’s career-high 25 points and Carla Leite’s 26 as Portland shot 58% from the field. Angel Reese notched a 16-point, 16-rebound double-double for Atlanta, which remained playoff-bound but fell to fifth place, while DeWanna Bonner did not play for the Dream.

The Biden Administration Is Quietly Urging Companies to Buy Products From Russia: ReportReporting — Jun 15, 2022A new report indicates that the Biden administration’s highly publicized sanctions against Russia have worked too well — to the point where officials are now trying, with limited success, to convince U.S. companies to…

Shakira's 'Dai Dai' Hits 1 Billion YouTube Views — Sep 11, 2026Shakira's career spans intimate origins of songs like Pies Descalzos, Sueños Blancos, Inevitable, and Ciega, sordomuda to world-conquering World Cup anthems, highlighting improvisation, personal identity, and turning points such as the Bzrp Music Sessions Vol. 53. Her influence extends beyond music to a signature belly-dance aesthetic rooted in Lebanese and Caribbean influences, along with record-breaking milestones like Dai Dai reaching 1 billion YouTube views and high chart rankings, underscoring her status as a global Latin-pop icon through collaborations and cultural fusion.

Edwards scores 26 as Sun topple Sky — Aug 26, 2026Aaliyah Edwards poured in a career-high 26 points and 10 rebounds, returning from a four-game ankle injury absence to lift the Connecticut Sun to an 87-81 win over the Chicago Sky, with Diamond Miller adding 21 and Kennedy Burke 19. Kamilla Cardoso led Chicago with 24 points and 13 rebounds, Courtney Vandersloot reached 3,000 career assists as the Sun built a 44-29 halftime edge while Chicago fought through injuries to its guards.

Revealed: Prosecutor’s Final 6 Points That He Says Will ‘Destroy’ Jussie Smollett’s CaseOpinion — Dec 8, 2021On Monday, the prosecution in the case against Jussie Smollett, who is accused of orchestrating a high-profile “hate crime” against himself in January 2019, presented its closing arguments to the jury. Special…