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Dodgers Name Pitchers for Key Series Against Rockies
The Los Angeles Dodgers have announced their starting pitchers for a must-win series against the Colorado Rockies. The team says these games are very important for their season.
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Sabalenka Wins at Cincinnati Open as Medvedev Loses Temper
World number one Aryna Sabalenka continued her impressive run at the Cincinnati Open, defeating Wang in convincing fashion to move further into the tournament.
Sports
Tiafoe to Face Auger-Aliassime at Cincinnati Open
Frances Tiafoe and Felix Auger-Aliassime will face each other on Wednesday, August 19 at the Cincinnati Open. This event is also known as the Western & Southern Open, one of the biggest hard-court tennis tournaments of t
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Flamengo vs Cruzeiro: Where to Watch, Kick-off Time and Line-ups
Flamengo and Cruzeiro are preparing to face each other in an important Copa Libertadores match. Fans across Brazil are looking for details about the kick-off time, TV coverage and confirmed line-ups for both clubs.
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Red Bulls Begin Homestand Against League-Leading Nashville SC
New York Red Bulls are starting a three-match homestand, meaning they will host three games in a row without traveling away.
Sports
Phillies vs Marlins: TV Channel and Game Preview
The Philadelphia Phillies are set to play the Miami Marlins tonight in a Major League Baseball (MLB) game.
Sports
WNBA Rookie Azzi Fudd to Have Knee Surgery, Out for Season
Dallas Wings rookie Azzi Fudd will undergo knee surgery and miss the rest of the WNBA regular season. Fudd, one of the team's most talked-about first-year players, has been dealing with a knee injury.
Sports
Paul Skenes Gets Criticism Over Beach Photos and Early Pitches
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes is facing backlash after beach photos with his girlfriend, gymnast Livvy Dunne, went viral. Backlash means strong negative reaction from many people. Viral means something spreads q
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Seahawks Hold Workout With Former Pro Bowl CB Trevon Diggs
The Seattle Seahawks have held a workout with cornerback Trevon Diggs, according to a new report. Diggs is a former Pro Bowl player, meaning he was once chosen as one of the best players at his position.
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English Coach Jailed in Morocco for Sexually Assaulting a Minor
Leon Baptiste, an English athletics coach, has been jailed in Morocco for sexually assaulting a minor.
Sports, Politics
Wales sports minister meets rugby union over fans' fears
Wales' sports minister, Heledd Fychan, has held a meeting with the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) to discuss fans' concerns. The WRU is the organisation that manages rugby union in Wales.
Nature, Sports
Rain and Storms May Continue Over Chicago Area
Parts of the Chicago area continue to face rain and the possibility of storms. Wet weather has been common in the region recently, and forecasters say more rain could arrive soon.
Sports
Brice Turang Returns to Brewers Lineup After Missing Four Games
Milwaukee Brewers infielder Brice Turang has returned to the starting lineup after missing four games due to an injury. He is back in action for the team's game against the Seattle Mariners.
Sports
Could the Cubs and White Sox Meet in the 2026 World Series?
The Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox played each other on Tuesday, August 18, with first pitch at 7:05 p.m. Central Time. Fans gathered at Wrigley Field, the Cubs' home ballpark, to watch the game.
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WNBA Won't Name Person Behind Shirt Incident at Fever-Dream Game
The WNBA is facing criticism after a security incident at a game between the Fever and the Dream. Fans at the game were wearing shirts about trans athletes. A security worker told these fans to cover up their shirts.
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Orioles Face Yankees in Big AL East Series
The Baltimore Orioles are getting ready to face the New York Yankees in a new series within Major League Baseball's AL East division.
Sports
Bayern Munich Star Musiala Collapses Twice in Four Days
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala has collapsed during a match for the second time in just four days.
Sports
Fenerbahçe Face Lyon in Champions League Play-off
Fenerbahçe will take on Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon) in a UEFA Champions League play-off match.
Sports
Fluminense Draws with Independiente Rivadavia in Copa Libertadores
Independiente Rivadavia from Argentina played Fluminense from Brazil in football.
Sports
Dodgers Face Bullpen Trouble as Closer Díaz Struggles
The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing a serious bullpen problem, and reports are trying to explain what may have caused it.
