Aaron Boone’s latest defense of struggling player should earn his firing
The Yankees lost another pitiful game in part due to Gleyber Torres' errors. The most head-scratching part? Manager Aaron Boone was quick to defend Torres after the defeat.On Sunday, the New York Yankees suffered yet another demoralizing loss, this time against the Chicago Cubs. In the seri...
2023-07-10 07:59
Ghanaian children taken from home over false trafficking claims
Ghanaian children wrongly labelled as trafficked are being taken from their homes, BBC Africa Eye finds.
2023-07-10 07:53
Nato aims for Ukraine unity as Putin watches on
Nato faces a tricky summit focused on Ukraine as Kyiv presses to join the alliance, Katya Adler writes.
2023-07-10 07:51
NFL coach bashes the Bears for letting star leave
The Chicago Bears questionable decision to part ways with a standout linebacker roughly a year ago is still on the minds of some NFL coaches.The NFL positional rankings are out, at least by ESPN.com (subscription required). The subject is “Top 10 off-the-ball linebackers,” and San Fr...
2023-07-10 05:24
Joe Biden lands in UK to meet Sunak amid concern over Ukraine cluster bombs
The US president is facing criticism over his decision to send the controversial weapons to Ukraine.
2023-07-10 05:15
Cody Bellinger wouldn’t end up like Joey Gallo with Yankees for key reason
The Yankees are in need of a left fielder, and Cubs outfielder Cody Bellinger could be a perfect fit ahead of the MLB trade deadline.The New York Yankees have struggled to find consistency in their outfield this MLB season. That isn’t surprising considering they started the season without ...
2023-07-10 03:56
Aces vs. Lynx prediction and odds for WNBA Commissioner's Cup
The Las Vegas Aces had a nine-game winning streak snapped by the Dallas Wings in their last game, but they are still favored on Sunday against the Minnesota Lynx.The Lynx have been hot, winning five straight games to move into third in the Western Conference. The team – led by Napheesa Col...
2023-07-10 03:50
Sparks vs. Mercury prediction and odds for Sunday, July 9 (Back Phoenix with Taurasi back)
The Los Angeles Sparks and Phoenix Mercury are both in the middle of losing streaks heading into Sunday night’s matchup.Phoenix is the worst team in the WNBA this season at 3-14, but it has Diana Taurasi returning to the lineup for this game.The Sparks have a loaded injury report for t...
2023-07-10 03:23
Pelicans vs. Warriors prediction and odds for NBA Summer League (Warriors undervalued)
The Golden State Warriors will play their fourth game of the summer on Sunday when they take on Dyson Daniels and the New Orleans Pelicans.New Orleans lost its opener in the Las Vegas Summer League against the Minnesota Timberwolves, shooting just 7-for-28 from beyond the arc.Golden State dr...
2023-07-10 01:47
Georgia football could get a Joe Burrow year out of Carson Beck
Georgia football fans are chomping at the bit to see what Carson Beck can do as their starter.Although Joe Burrow will forever be a college football legend from his time at LSU, the Georgia football program might have its closest approximation to date under center in one Carson Beck.On3'...
2023-07-10 01:26
Spurs vs. Trail Blazers prediction and odds for NBA Summer League (Back San Antonio)
The San Antonio Spurs won Victor Wembanyama’s debut in the NBA Summer League on Friday night despite the No. 1 overall pick shooting just 2-for-13 from the field.Sunday’s matchup between the Spurs and Portland Trail Blazers was expected to be a showdown between Wemby and No. 3 overal...
2023-07-09 23:55
Braves vs. Rays prediction and odds for Sunday, July 9
The Tampa Bay Rays were the best team in baseball at the start of the season, but not anymore.The Atlanta Braves have grabbed the throne and they’re making a statement this weekend as they go for the sweep in Tampa today. Yesterday was a 6-1 win and today the Braves are actually underdogs ...
2023-07-09 23:27