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Spanish soccer president refuses to resign despite kissing a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup
Sports News “I didn’t like it, but what can I do?” FILE – President of Spain’s soccer federation, Luis Rubiales, right, hugs Spain’s Aitana Bonmati on the podium following Spain’s win in the final of Women’s World Cup soccer against England at Stadium Australia in Sydney, Australia, Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. At left is Spain’s […]
Kristaps Porzingis offered more information on the injury keeping him out of the FIBA World Cup
Celtics Porzingis has been dealing with plantar fasciitis in his right foot. Kristaps Porzingis playing for the Wizards in March prior to his offseason trade to the Celtics. AP Photo/Nick Wass Newly-acquired Celtics forward Kristaps Porzingis won’t be playing in the upcoming FIBA World Cup, but he will be there to support his Latvian teammates […]
A Celtics fan’s guide to the 2023 FIBA World Cup
Celtics Several former Boston Celtics will participate in this international tournament. Kelly Olynyk (middle) and Luigi Datome (far right) will play in this year’s FIBA World Cup. Jim Davis/Globe Staff Photo No current Boston Celtic will be representing their country in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, which starts on Friday. But that doesn’t mean Celtics […]
Basketball World Cup 2023: How to watch, who’s playing, who’s favored
Sports Here’s what you need to know about one of basketball’s biggest international tournaments. Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives up the court during training camp for the United States men’s basketball team Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher) John Locher/AP Photo By The Associated Press, Associated Press August 23, […]
Spain wins first Women’s World Cup, beats England 1-0 in the final
Politics Spain is the fifth winner in nine editions of the Women’s World Cup and joins Germany as the only two nations to win both the men’s and women’s titles. England’s goalkeeper Mary Earps blocks a penalty shot from Spain’s Jennifer Hermoso during the Women’s World Cup soccer final between Spain and England at Stadium […]
USA tops Greece, 108-86, moves to 4-0 in World Cup tune-up games
NBA Anthony Edwards scored 21 points, Cam Johnson added 13, and the U.S. never trailed Friday. Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives up the court during training camp for the United States men’s basketball team. John Locher/AP Photo By TIM REYNOLDS, Associated Press August 18, 2023 | 4:14 PM ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates […]
US women’s national team coach Vlatko Andonovski resigns after early World Cup exit, AP source says
Sports News USA coach Vlatko Andonovski comforts midfielder Lindsey Horan at the end of the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women’s World Cup round of 16 football match between Sweden and USA at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium on August 6, 2023. WILLIAM WEST/AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES By ANNE M. PETERSON, Associated Press August 16, 2023 U.S. […]
5 of America’s top spots for fall foliage in 2023 are in New England, according to U.S. News & World Report
Travel One is in Massachusetts. View of Mount Mansfield, the highest peak in Vermont, from Stowe. Stephen Goodhue / VermontVacation.com It’s no secret that New England reigns supreme when it comes to fall foliage, but U.S. News & World Report has named five local spots among the top in the nation for those wondering where […]
Texas Rangers and their fans celebrate World Series title with parade in Arlington
MLB The Rangers won their first championship title in franchise history on Wednesday. Texas Rangers’ Marcus Semien hoists the Commissioner’s Trophy. (Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning News via AP) AP By Associated Press November 3, 2023 | 4:32 PM ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Tens of thousands Texas Rangers fans lined up and stacked dozens deep in […]
Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 win over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5
MLB Nathan Eovaldi pitched six gritty innings, Mitch Garver broke a scoreless tie with an RBI single in the seventh and the Rangers won the first World Series championship in their 63-season franchise history. Texas Rangers’ Mitch Garver celebrates after a RBI single against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the seventh inning in Game 5 of […]