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Exxon signals $4.5 billion refining boost as margins surge

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:45:46 GMT

HOUSTON, Texas: ExxonMobil said soaring refining margins could boost its downstream profit by US$4.5 billion in the third quarter compared with the previous three months, as disruptions to global energy supplies drive fuel prices higher.

Refining margins have surged amid the ongoing Iran war, which has restricted energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz, as well as Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries.

Roger Goodell: NFL targeting Tokyo for game in 2027 or 2028

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:05:08 GMT

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The NFL expects to be playing a regular-season game in Tokyo in either 2027 or 2028, commissioner Roger Goodell said on Friday.

'Listen, Tokyo is clearly on our list, whether it's next year or the year after. It's coming at some point in the near future,' Goodell told NFL Daily.

'We're going to continue to focus on our priority markets, which a lot of them they've been in, bu

Packers LB Zaire Franklin out Sunday with shin injury

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:40:42 GMT

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Green Bay Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin will miss Sunday's game at Detroit with a shin injury sustained in Thursday's practice.

'Unfortunately, Zaire, there was a little collision -- he got kneed in the shin,' head coach Matt LaFleur said Friday. 'So, he's going to be out this game.'

Franklin, 30, ranks second on the Packers (4-2) with 41 tackles through his first six s

NHL roundup: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins lifts Oilers past 'Canes in shootout

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:05:12 GMT

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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored a shootout goal to complete a special return to the lineup as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the visiting Carolina Hurricanes 6-5 on Thursday night.

Nugent-Hopkins also notched a goal and an assist in regulation in his season debut, having recovered from a lower-body injury. Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid each provided two goals and three assists for

Lucas Raymond's 3-point effort propels Red Wings past skidding Canucks

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:55:14 GMT

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Lucas Raymond scored twice and added an assist, leading the visiting Detroit Red Wings to a 5-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday.

William Wallinder, Michael Rasmussen and Emmitt Finnie also scored for the Red Wings, who have earned points in six straight games (3-0-3). Michael Brandsegg-Nygard and Viktor Arvidsson chipped in two assists each as Detroit improved to 9-1-1 in

Emmy-winning 'Picket Fences', 'Alien' star Tom Skerritt passes away at 93

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:58:53 GMT

Washington [US], October 23 (ANI): Veteran actor Tom Skerritt, known for his memorable roles in classic films such as 'Alien' and 'Top Gun' alongside his Emmy-winning television work in 'Picket Fences', has died at the age of 93.

As per Variety, his publicist confirmed that he passed away on Wednesday of natural causes.

Skerritt built a celebrated six-decade screen career defined by rugged charm and m

Heat, Pistons look to build on contrasting openers

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:40:35 GMT

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Fresh off a historic comeback victory to open the NBA season, the Detroit Pistons will try to avoid another slow start Friday when they visit the Miami Heat, who are looking to rebound from a lopsided opening loss.

Detroit pulled off the largest comeback on the first day of the NBA season in the play-by-play era (1997-98), according to NBA Communications, when it erased a 22-p

Winless Knicks, Celtics square off on reunion night in Boston

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:05:07 GMT

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Winning the franchise's first title in 53 years created a lasting bond among the members of the 2025-26 New York Knicks.

But those bonds will take a back seat Friday night when the Knicks face former teammate Mitchell Robinson and the Boston Celtics in a clash of Eastern Conference powers.

Both teams have been off since losing their season openers Tuesday. The Knicks began

Pens F Bryan Rust (lower body) to be re-evaluated in 6 weeks

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:40:42 GMT

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Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bryan Rust will be re-evaluated in six weeks after he sustained a lower-body injury, head coach Dan Muse said Thursday.

Rust was injured in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Utah Mammoth. The slumping Penguins have dropped four in a row and seven of their last eight games (1-6-1).

Rust, 34, is in his 13th season with the Penguins, who drafted the Mi

Former NHL player Ron Duguay dies after bout with cancer

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:40:40 GMT

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Ron Duguay, known for his flowing hair and celebrity lifestyle while playing the majority of his 12-season career with the New York Rangers, died Thursday at the age of 69.

The former forward announced in February that he had been diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer and had lost his appendix and gallbladder.

'The New York Rangers organization mourns the loss of Ron Du

Red Wings, Canucks seek 60-minute efforts coming off uneven losses

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:55:09 GMT

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The Vancouver Canucks and the visiting Detroit Red Wings will each be looking for a 60-minute effort coming off a frustrating loss when they face off Thursday night.

The Canucks, winless in eight straight (0-7-1), are coming off a 6-3 loss to the visiting Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday.

Carolina and Vancouver were tied 3-3 entering the third period, but the Hurricanes sco

Kraken, Mammoth enter matchup riding hot streaks

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:55:12 GMT

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If the Seattle Kraken have shown anything thus far this season, it's that they're surprisingly resilient.

Even after blowing a three-goal lead in the third period Tuesday night against Detroit -- allowing the tying goal with 17 seconds remaining in regulation on a turnover in front of their own net, with the Red Wings on a power play and the goalie pulled -- the Kraken came away wit

Packers RB Josh Jacobs: 'Sorry for putting team in this situation'

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:19:28 GMT

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Green Bay running back Josh Jacobs, back with the team and hoping to make his season debut this week, apologized Wednesday to the Packers for the domestic incident that led to his arrest in May.

Jacobs entered no-contest pleas to battery and criminal destruction of property charges last month in connection with that case that involved a woman at his Wisconsin home. He receive

Lions open NFC North play against streaking Packers

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:25:12 GMT

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The Detroit Lions haven't faced an NFC North opponent this season, an oddity heading into Week 7. That will change over the next two weeks as they host Green Bay and Minnesota on back-to-back Sundays.

Green Bay swept the two-game season series last year, which contributed to Detroit's failure to reach the playoffs. The Lions (3-2) will try to reverse that trend against the Packers

Giants QB J.J. McCarthy to start vs. Texans

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:40:41 GMT

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Quarterback J.J. McCarthy will get the nod over Jameis Winston to start the New York Giants' game against the host Houston Texans on Sunday, coach John Harbaugh said Wednesday.

The start would be McCarthy's first since the Giants (3-2-1) acquired him from the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 28 for a fifth-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.

McCarthy replaced Winston in

TE Sam LaPorta: Lions 'not showing the love' in contract talks

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:40:40 GMT

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Tight end Sam LaPorta vented his frustrations about a perceived lack of progress in his bid for a contract extension with the Detroit Lions.

LaPorta initially took the high road when discussing why talks were halted earlier this month. This week, however, he sang a different tune.

'I think the combination of getting your heartstrings twisted as well as the violent sport

Report: Giants QB J.J. McCarthy to start vs. Texans

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:05:08 GMT

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Quarterback J.J. McCarthy will get the nod over Jameis Winston to start the New York Giants' game against the host Houston Texans on Sunday, ESPN reported Wednesday.

The start would be McCarthy's first since the Giants (3-2-1) acquired him from the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 28 for a fifth-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.

McCarthy replaced Winston in the fourth

QB situation unsettled for Oregon ahead of clash with Illinois

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:55:16 GMT

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Oregon could be looking at another game without quarterback and one-time Heisman Trophy hopeful Dante Moore and top receiver Evan Stewart in Saturday's Big Ten game against Illinois in Champaign, Ill.

Moore has missed the past two games, a home loss to current No. 9 UCLA and a win at home over Nebraska last weekend. He suffered a concussion in the Sept. 27 win at Southern Califo

Packers RB Josh Jacobs back at practice, expected to play Sunday

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:05:11 GMT

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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs returned to practice on Wednesday and is expected to play Sunday against the Detroit Lions.

Jacobs, 28, was removed from the commissioner's exempt list Monday after serving a six-game suspension after his offseason arrest on a misdemeanor battery charge.

As he prepares to return to the gridiron, Jacobs remains under investigati

"Special football team" No. 24 Northwestern preps for Rutgers

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:55:06 GMT

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Off to its best start in a full season since 2012, Northwestern's schedule is about to stiffen.

With three games against the Big Ten's upper echelon looming, the 24th-ranked Wildcats know they cannot afford a letdown Saturday afternoon when they host Rutgers in Evanston, Ill.

Northwestern (5-1, 2-1 Big Ten) has not started 5-1 since 2020, when it played only nine games due to

NHL roundup: Mikko Rantanen caps hat trick in OT as Stars top Bruins

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:05:12 GMT

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Mikko Rantanen finished his 11th career regular-season hat trick with a power-play goal at 3:52 of overtime, singlehandedly lifting the Dallas Stars to a 3-2 win over the visiting Boston Bruins on Tuesday night.

Rantanen lifted a close-range backhanded shot over Boston goaltender Jeremy Swayman's shoulder for the game-winner.

Jason Robertson had two assists, including one

NBA roundup: Sixers spoil Knicks' title celebration in season opener

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:55:02 GMT

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Tyrese Maxey scored a game-high 28 points Tuesday night for the visiting Philadelphia 76ers, who spoiled the New York Knicks' ring and banner-raising ceremony with a 106-100 victory in the season opener for both teams.

Prior to the game, the Knicks received their championship rings from Walt 'Clyde' Frazier -- a member of the franchise's previous title-winning teams in 1970 and 1

Kraken squander 3-goal edge, emerge with shootout win over Red Wings

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:19:11 GMT

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Frederick Gaudreau and Bobby McMann scored in a shootout for the Seattle Kraken, who let a three-goal third-period lead lapse but pulled out a 4-3 victory over the visiting Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday.

Mackie Samoskevich, Ryker Evans and Brandon Montour scored goals in regulation for the Kraken, who ended a two-game losing streak (0-1-1) while improving to 4-1-1 in their past

Reports: Michigan set to start Tommy Carr at quarterback

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:55:18 GMT

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Freshman quarterback Tommy Carr, who came off the bench to lead Michigan past Penn State last week, will get the start this week against No. 6 Indiana, multiple media outlets reported on Tuesday.

Sophomore Bryce Underwood, who has a reported $12 million name, image and likeness package with the Wolverines, will now become a backup as Carr gets his first collegiate start.

With

Star forwards shine as Kings collect first win over Caps

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:05:11 GMT

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Adrian Kempe scored two goals and Artemi Panarin collected a goal and two assists, fueling the visiting Los Angeles Kings to their first win of the season with a 5-2 decision over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday.

Defenseman Erik Gustafsson scored the go-ahead goal at 7:28 of the third period after a nifty end-to-end rush.

With his team on the power play, Gustafsson split

No. 9 UCLA strives to stay undefeated in matchup vs. Michigan State

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:55:15 GMT

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Ninth-ranked UCLA can extend the Big Ten's last unblemished record when the Bruins face Michigan State on Saturday afternoon in Pasadena, Calif.

UCLA (6-0, 4-0) matched its best start since 2022 with a 17-7 win over Wisconsin last Saturday. Coupled with Indiana's 19-15 loss to Ohio State, the Bruins closed the week as one of only six undefeated FBS teams.

'It can go one of

Pistons use 23-0 burst to rally past Celtics in opener

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:05:12 GMT

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Duncan Robinson scored 15 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter as Detroit reeled off 23 unanswered points and downed the visiting Boston Celtics, 121-113, in the NBA's regular season opener on Tuesday afternoon.

Jalen Duren and Cade Cunningham scored 22 points apiece for the Pistons, who had an Eastern Conference-best 60 wins last season.

Javonte Green came off the ben

No. 6 Indiana buckles up for Michigan after loss to Ohio State

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:55:11 GMT

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There was a time in the not-so-distant past when facing Ohio State and Michigan in consecutive weeks was an unfair task for any Big Ten team.

The Wolverines' recent slide has made this no longer the case. But No. 6 Indiana could still wind up with back-to-back losses if it's not ready for Saturday's clash against the Wolverines (4-2, 1-2 Big Ten) in Ann Arbor, Mich.

'Out of

Thunder, Spurs open NBA season as co-favorites to win title

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:55:18 GMT

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The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs are co-favorites to win the title as they close out the opening day of the 2026-27 NBA regular season in San Antonio on Tuesday night.

BetMGM is offering the Western Conference rivals at +260 to win the title. The Spurs' odds have shifted slightly from opening at +270 to match the Thunder by opening day.

The Philadelphia 76ers

South Carolina opens at No. 1 in preseason Top 25 poll

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:55:10 GMT

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South Carolina is atop the rankings at No. 1 in The Associated Press preseason Top 25 women's basketball poll released Tuesday.

The Gamecocks received 23 of 31 first-place votes and 764 points from a national media panel. No. 2 UConn (746 points) earned six first-place votes and No. 3 Southern California (668) had two.

Duke (647) and Michigan (644) rounded out the top five.

No. 6 Indiana buckles up for Wolverines after Ohio State loss

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:40:26 GMT

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There was a time in the not-so-distant past when facing Ohio State and Michigan in consecutive weeks was an unfair task for any Big Ten team.

'Out of

With raised expectations, Rockets set sights on Mavericks

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:19:15 GMT

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The Houston Rockets' best-laid plans to blend accomplished veterans with their young core of players crumbled before last season even began when point guard Fred VanVleet suffered an offseason knee injury.

Now, with VanVleet and center Steven Adams, who was limited to 32 games last season, back in the fold, the Rockets will open the season on Wednesday against the visiting Dall

U2 to perform at halftime on NFL's Thanksgiving Eve game

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:19:10 GMT

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U2 is hoping to have another 'Beautiful Day' on the football field.

After performing nearly a quarter-century ago at halftime of Super Bowl XXXVI in 2002, the legendary Irish rock band will return to the NFL stage at halftime of the Thanksgiving Eve game between the Green Bay Packers and host Los Angeles Rams.

The game will be streamed on Netflix and will take place at S

Sharks seek first regulation win of season as they face Canadiens

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:19:08 GMT

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Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks face Nick Suzuki and the host Montreal Canadiens in an East-meets-West showdown on Tuesday night.

Tuesday's tilt is the first of two meetings between the teams this season. The Sharks swept the series last season and have won two of their last three in Montreal.

San Jose is 1-1-1 on its current six-game road trip and still seeking

Red Wings carry 4-game point streak into start of trip at Seattle

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:40:24 GMT

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The Detroit Red Wings begin a four-game western road trip Tuesday night against the Seattle Kraken, and if they want any tips on handling a lengthy trek, they can ask their opponents.

The Kraken just completed a five-game, nine-day trip that started Oct. 9 with a 6-3 win in Detroit. Seattle went 3-1-1 away from home, but an 8-3 loss to the Florida Panthers on Saturday did take

Bruins chase sixth straight win against Stars

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:40:25 GMT

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The long road has been a winning road for the Boston Bruins.

After overcoming slow starts to sweep a three-game California swing, Boston starts its trek back east with eyes on a six-game win streak as it makes a Tuesday night stop in Dallas to meet the Stars.

The Bruins brushed off a first-minute deficit Saturday to win 4-1 over the still-winless Los Angeles Kings, with

Magic seek fresh start under new coach as they host Hawks

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:19:17 GMT

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The Atlanta Hawks will try to pick up where they left off last season when they travel to Orlando for the season opener Wednesday, while the Magic are looking for a fresh start under a new coach.

The Hawks were one of the hottest teams in the second half, winning 19 of their last 24 games to finish 46-36 atop the Southeastern Division. Atlanta pushed the New York Knicks to

2026-27 NBA Preview: Central Division capsules

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:55:11 GMT

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Central Division preview capsules

Teams listed in predicted order of finish.

1. Cleveland Cavaliers

2025-26 record: 52-30, second in Central, lost to Knicks in Eastern Conference finals

Head coach: Kenny Atkinson, third season in Cleveland (116-48 record)

Coming and going: There were a lot of goodbyes in Cleveland after the Eastern Conference finals loss. Th

Bills' C.J. Gardner-Johnson suspended 1 game for spitting vs. Raiders

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:05:05 GMT

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Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson has been suspended one game for spitting toward Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers during Sunday's 33-30 Bills victory, the NFL announced Monday. He can appeal.

Gardner-Johnson was assessed an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty and disqualified after spitting in the direction of Bowers and Raiders center Tyler Linderbaum late in th

Florida selected runaway No. 1 team in preseason AP Top 25

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:25:05 GMT

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Florida begins the 2026-27 college basketball season back atop the Associated Press poll for the first time since it earned the top spot by winning the 2024-25 national championship.

The Gators were picked as the No. 1 team in the preseason poll, which was released Monday afternoon, after receiving 47 of the 59 first-place votes. It is the first time Florida will start the season

2026-27 NBA Preview: Power rankings

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:55:14 GMT

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There's an argument to be made that the previous season's champion should always be given the honor of topping power rankings to begin the following season.

I love to argue, so I'll take that debate.

Kudos to the New York Knicks for stunning the basketball world with an impressive run through the Eastern Conference playoffs and then a shocking upset over the San Anto

Bills' C.J. Gardner-Johnson expects consequences for spitting incident vs. Raiders

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:05:12 GMT

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Buffalo safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson said he expects a fine or other punishment from the league following his ejection for spitting during the Bills' 33-30 win over the host Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.

Gardner-Johnson was assessed an unsportsmanlike-conduct penalty and disqualified after spitting in the direction of Raiders tight end Brock Bowers and center Tyler Linderbaum late

2026-27 NBA Preview: Southwest Division capsules

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:19:24 GMT

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1. San Antonio Spurs

2025-26 record: 62-20, first in Southwest, NBA Finals runner-up

Head coach: Mitch Johnson, third season (94-65)

Coming and going: San Antonio had little movement as it rides its young group that features center Victor Wembanyama and guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper. Signing Wembanyama to a five-year, $252 million extension boosted the dynast

2026-27 NBA Preview: Pacific Division capsules

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 01:40:23 GMT

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1. Los Angeles Lakers

2025-26 record: 53-29, 1st in the Pacific, lost to Thunder in Western Conference semifinals

Head coach: JJ Redick, 3rd season with Lakers (103-61)

Coming and going: The LeBron James Era of Lakers basketball is history, with one championship (2020) in eight seasons to show for it. Marcus Smart, Rui Hachimura, Deandre Ayton, Jaxson Hayes and Luke K

Sharks, searching for first regulation win, face faltering Leafs

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:05:12 GMT

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will look to salvage something from their three-game homestand when they host the San Jose Sharks on Monday night.

In a potentially worrying sign for the young season, Toronto's revamped offense was effectively neutralized by a rugged New York Islanders defense in a 4-1 loss Saturday night. Colton Sissons scored the lone goal for the Maple Leafs,

Michigan, two weeks before the vote: who sets the rules of definition?

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:28:40 GMT

Two weeks before the November 3 vote, the Michigan Senate campaign appears to have taken another turn. Three weeks earlier, we had posed a question: who will succeed in defining what Abdul El-Sayed represents? Donald Trump and Mike Rogers were trying to present him not only as a progressive candidate, but as a "radical," a "terrorist sympathi

Michigan SEIU workers fight corporate influence ahead of midterms

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:05:03 GMT

Union workers across Michigan are stepping up efforts to get voters to the polls ahead of next month's midterm elections.

The Service Employees International Union is holding a National Day of Action Saturday, with rallies, door-to-door canvassing and other events planned in more than a dozen

National bus tour brings healthcare affordability fight to Michigan

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:42:22 GMT

Health insurance premiums are climbing in Michigan, adding to the financial pressure on families already struggling with everyday expenses. State regulators approved an average increase of more than 20% for individual health insurance plans this year.

Michigan fall colors: More than just another pretty leaf

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:15:31 GMT

Michigan ranks among the nation's top five states for fall foliage, and it is currently showing off its brilliant shades of red, orange and gold.

According to the Farmers' Almanac, sunny days and cool, crisp nights help produce the By Brett Kelman, Holly K. Hacker, Daniel Chang, Frankie McLister/WCCO-TV and Jason Rantala/WCCO-TV for KFF Health News.

Broadcast version by Mike Moen for Minnesota News Connection reporting for the KFF Health

Governor's race could affect what Michigan residents pay for energy

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:36:20 GMT

Michigan families could see major changes in their energy bills depending on the policies adopted by the state's next governor.
A new analysis found expanding clean energy programs and requiring data centers to cover their own electricity costs could save the average household more than $600 through 2

Detroit Arsenal Upgrades Its Armor With 3D-Printed Building Overclad

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:09:48 GMT

DETROIT ARSENAL, Mich. - The historic grounds of the Detroit Arsenal - which once rolled out tens of thousands of Sherman and Patton tanks to secure the nation's defense - are once again hosting a revolution in manufacturing.
While the heavy steel and roaring assembly lines of the original "Arsenal of Democracy" have given way to advanced research, development, and procurement, the installation continues to lead

Detroit Arsenal Upgrades Its Armor With 3D-Printed Building Overclad

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:09:48 GMT

DETROIT ARSENAL, Mich. - The historic grounds of the Detroit Arsenal - which once rolled out tens of thousands of Sherman and Patton tanks to secure the nation's defense - are once again hosting a revolution in manufacturing.
While the heavy steel and roaring assembly lines of the original "Arsenal of Democracy" have given way to advanced research, development, and procurement, the installation continues to lead

NOTEBOOK: St. Brown holds himself to high standard

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Tim Twentyman
Wide receiverAmon-Ra St. Brownholds himself to a high standard.
It's a standard that's allowed him to have the most receptions (584) in NFL history through a player's first six seasons and earned him four Pro Bowl nods and three All-Pro selections.
St. Brown's 37 receptions on the season rank eighth among the league's pass catchers. His 372 receiving yards are Top 20 and his five touchdo

Baker Mayfield Expected to Start vs. Panthers | Updates

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:55:00 GMT

Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout the month of October
byScott Smith&Brianna Dix
Baker Mayfield#6 QBHeight: 6-1Weight: 215 lbsCollege: Oklahoma
October 23 Updates
Baker Mayfield has missed the Buccaneers' last three games due to a dislocated right thumb suffered against the Vikings in Week Three, but he appears set to rejoin the lineup when the

'Chasing infinity' drives Christian Watson & Matthew Golden

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:29:06 GMT

Packers receivers off to historic start to 2026 season
Wes Hodkiewicz
GREEN BAY The Packers had just put the finishing touches on a 31-7 rout of the Chicago Bears whenChristian Watsongrabbed his phone and sent a messageMatthew Golden's way.
Just a few hours earlier, the pair became the first Green Bay wideouts in a decade to each record six-plus catches and 120-plus receiving yards in the same game

Rock Solid: T.J. Hockenson Reliable in Multiple Roles

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

T.J. Hockenson isn't flashy.
The Vikings tight end is a man of few words and seeks even fewer moments in the spotlight, instead keeping his head down and focus outward.
There isn't a stat category for dirty work, but if there was, Hock' would almost certainly stack up the numbers. He's always happy to haul in a catch but just as willing to drop his shoulders into a block and clear space for a teammate to ma

Inbox: Success needs to prove it can travel

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Theres a lot to be said for that
Mike Spofford
Matt from Waunakee, WI
Would be nice if the Brewers could play one game above .500 the rest of the year.
Works for me.
Gary from Davenport, IA
Did you know that the 2026 Packers are the third team in NFL history to have a winning record after the first six games of a season without having a single player rush for 50 ya

Lions vs. Packers Week 7 preview | The Official Detroit Lions Podcast

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:00:04 GMT

Sydney Ciano
In this episode of The Official Detroit Lions Podcast, Lions team reporter Brooke Kirchhofer and lead writer Tim Twentyman discuss keys to the game for Sunday vs. Green Bay, sit down with run game coordinator/defensive line coach Kacy Rodgers and talk with FOX Sports analyst Dean Blandino about the officiating process and his role as a rules analyst.
Coming off the bye, the Lions face their fir

Michigan, two weeks before the vote: who sets the rules of definition

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:58:40 GMT

Two weeks before the November 3 vote, the Michigan Senate campaign appears to have taken another turn. Three weeks earlier, we had posed a question: who will succeed in defining what Abdul El-Sayed represents? Donald Trump and Mike Rogers were trying to present him not only as a progressive candidate, but as a radical, a terrorist sympathizer, someone whose Muslim identity could be turned into a reason for suspicion.

NOTEBOOK: Branch 'ready to roll' as he nears return

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:57:19 GMT

Tim Twentyman
Brian Branchis ready to make his 2026 season debut.
"I'm ready to roll. Just let the plays come to me and not force anything, that's the biggest thing," Branch said after Thursday's practice.
Detroit's Pro Bowl safety is on track to make his season debut Sunday, his first game action since tearing his Achilles last December in a win over Dallas. Branch said he's eager to step in and make

Packers winning with element of defensive surprise

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:20:00 GMT

Jonathan Gannon welcomes creativity, free-flowing ideas on defense
Wes Hodkiewicz
GREEN BAY There isn't much on a football field thatXavier McKinneyhasn't done six-plus years into his All-Pro career.
Putting his hand in the dirt and rushing the quarterback from a three-point stance was on that short list, though.
Until last Sunday, when the Packers safety came untouched through the B-gap to re

Week 7 opponent: What the Packers are saying

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Tim Twentyman
What are the Green Bay Packers talking about ahead of Sunday's Week 7 matchup against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in front of a nationally televised audience in the FOX Game of the Week slot? Let's find out:
1.Head Coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that Packers running back Josh Jacobs would be on the practice field Wednesday and get a full week of work in with his status for

Packers RB Josh Jacobs discusses his return to the field

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:22:02 GMT

Playing status for Sunday in Detroit still up in the air
Mike Spofford
GREEN BAY Packers running backJosh Jacobsexpressed remorse Wednesday for the legal trouble that led to his extended absence from the field, but he's glad to be back and looking forward to playing again, perhaps as soon as Sunday in Detroit.
A remorseful and visibly emotional Jacobs addressed the media for the first time since a d

Seahawks Sign LB Josh Ross To Practice Squad

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:05:11 GMT

The Seahawks added linebacker depth on Wednesday, signing Josh Ross to their practice squad.
John Boyle
The Seahawks signed linebackerJosh Rossto their practice squad on Wednesday, adding depth at a position affected by multiple injuries.
Guard Evan Beerntsen, a rookie out of Northwestern who signed to the practice squad last month, was released to make room for Ross.
Ross, who went undrafted

J.J. McCarthy to start for Giants in Week 7 vs. Texans

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:15:00 GMT

Dan Salomone
J.J. McCarthy will be the Giants' starting quarterback for Week 7 in Houston, coach John Harbaugh announced following Wednesday's practice at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center.
The Giants (3-2-1) look to expand their lead in the NFC East in Sunday's matchup with the Texans (2-4), who have won back-to-back games after starting the season with four consecutive losses. Both teams will enter th

49ers Sign DL Naquan Jones, Release LB Eugene Asante

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:15:00 GMT

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have signed DL Naquan Jones to the team's practice squad. In order to make room on the practice squad, the team released LB Eugene Asante.
Jones (6-3, 313) originally entered the NFL after signing with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2021. Throughout his five-year NFL career with the Titans (2021-23), Arizona Cardinals (2023-24), Miami Dolphins (20

Antoine Winfield Jr. Practices in Non-Contact Jersey | Updates

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:05:00 GMT

Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout the month of October
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Antoine Winfield Jr.#31 SHeight: 5-9Weight: 203 lbsCollege: Minnesota
October 21 Updates
Safety Antoine Winfield Jr. returned to practice for the Buccaneers on Wednesday but the color of his jersey indicated there is still a significant question mark regarding whet

Game Preview: Steelers vs. Saints | 2026 NFL Week 7

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:37:43 GMT

The New Orleans Saints face the Pittsburgh Steelers at Stade de France for Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 8:30 a.m. CT.
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Inbox: There's a huge team component

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Pass protection will be paramount in this game
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Gavin from Madison, WI
Mike, when you were asked what does "G" mean when MLF said Love plays like a "G"? You said, "The logo and what it represents. Don't think too hard now." The Geto Boys beg to differ. I believe MLF is saying Love is playing like a GANGSTA and the Geto Boys will tell you, "Damn, it feels good to be a gangsta!"

Packers vs. Lions | How to watch, stream & listen | Week 7

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:51:47 GMT

Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions channel listing, radio & streaming options
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Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions

When: Sunday, Oct. 25 at 3:25 p.m. CT

Where: Ford Field

NOTEBOOK: How the game is slowing down for Ratledge in Year 2

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:34:56 GMT

Tim Twentyman
We hear it all the time: The more reps a young player takes in this league, the more the game starts to slow down for them.
It's the one thing Lions run game coordinator and offensive line coach Hank Fraley noticed the most about second-year right guardTate Ratledgesgame when he returned for OTAs in the spring. That, and Ratledge's dedication to playing with more consistent pad level.
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Packers cross the lake to face Detroit

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:22:32 GMT

Green Bay has scored 28-plus points in each of the last three contests at Ford Field
The Green Bay Packers will go back on the road for the first time since Week 4 to take on the Lions in Detroit.

It is the earliest visit to Detroit for Green Bay since 2018 (Week 5).

The Packers lead the regular-season series, 106-78-7, and have won both postseason contests the two clubs have played.
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Ravens Sign Jake Moody to Practice Squad

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:04 GMT

Clifton Brown
The Ravens have signed kicker Jake Moody to the practice squad for the second time this season.
Moody was on the practice squad for two weeks in early September and will once again provide competition for Tyler Loop.
Loop has made 10 of 13 field-goal attempts in 2026, including a walk-off 56-yarder in overtime to beat the Dallas Cowboys in Week 3 and the longest field goal in M&T Ban

Tracking the NFC South: Panthers, Saints collect wins in Week 6

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:00:43 GMT

Carolina came out of its bye week with a victory and maintained its place atop the division.
Will McFadden
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. The Carolina Panthers went into their bye week off an impressive 32-26 win against the Detroit Lions on "Sunday Night Football," and they picked up another win coming out of it to maintain their status atop the NFC South.
The Panthers became the first team in the division to

You've Got Mail: After A Win, Honoring Larry Legend

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:45:29 GMT

Topics include Budda in the box, Billings and Lopez, and the red zone
Darren Urban
A big week for the Cardinals. They are coming off a huge win on the road against the Rams, and Larry Fitzgerald will be at Statet Farm Stadium on Sunday as he goes into the Ring of Honor and has his No. 11 retired. A mailbag seems ... not as important. But we press on!Don't forget to send a question for a future mailbag wit

U2 to perform at Thanksgiving Eve halftime

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

TheRams.com
Netflix announced today that U2 will headline the halftime show of our Thanksgiving Eve game, when we host the Green Bay Packers at SoFi Stadium on Wednesday, November 25, 2026. The game will kick off at 5pm PT and will be broadcast globally on Netflix, as well as locally on NBC-4.
The performance arrives as U2 celebrates 50 years as a band since forming in Dublin in 1976, adding a milestone mom

Updates: Latest on Cobie Durant's status

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:51:00 GMT

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Oct. 20
Cobie Durant#2 CBHeight: 5-11Weight: 187 lbsCollege: South Carolina State
5:45 p.m. --Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Monday that CB Cobie Durant (hamstring) is "trending to play" next Monday night against the Eagles.
"Trending up," Schottenheimer said of Durant's status. Get him moving a little bit over these next couple of days and see, but he's tr

Packers RB Josh Jacobs to get full week of practice, game status TBD

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:22:38 GMT

But edge rusher Micah Parsons isnt returning to field yet
Mike Spofford
GREEN BAY Head Coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that Packers running backJosh Jacobswould be on the practice field Wednesday and get a full week of work, with his status for Sunday's game in Detroit "to be determined."
Jacobs came off the commissioner's exempt list Monday, making him eligible to practice and play for the first tim

KEY QUESTIONS: What did Campbell learn from bye week deep dive

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:36:34 GMT

Tim Twentyman
The Detroit Lions are coming off their Week 6 bye, and the time off allowed head coach Dan Campbell and his staff an opportunity to do a deep dive into the first five games to try and find ways to be more consistent in all three phases.
"I got an extra hour of sleep at night. I feel much better," Campbell joked Monday.
Detroit returns to work this week as they prepare for their first div

Inside The Numbers: Panthers at Eagles in Week 6

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:43:01 GMT

A look at some of the key stats from the game, as well as the snap counts from Sunday's win over the Eagles in Week 6.
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CHARLOTTE A look inside the numbers and snap counts from Sunday's 25-14 win over the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 6.

With today's victory, the Panthers improve to 3-2 on the season and 2-1 in road games. It marks the first time the team has won three of its first five g

Updates: Joey Porter Jr. active for SNF vs. GB

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:50:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
Oct. 18
Joey Porter Jr.#25 CBHeight: 6-2Weight: 194 lbsCollege: Penn State
5:50 p.m. --Joey Porter Jr. missed the Week 6 matchup against the Buccaneers but the minibye week helped him recover from illness, though he suffered a minor ankle injury in practice early in the week.
He has since worked through the issue and despite being listed as questionable by the Cowbo

Updates: Injury news on Turpin, Winters

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:50:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
Oct. 19
KaVontae Turpin#9 WRHeight: 5-7Weight: 158 lbsCollege: TCU
12:40 a.m. --Cowboys WR KaVontae Turpin is dealing with rib cartilage, but had x-rays return positive, according to Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer.
He took a difficult hit on the opening kickoff, and did not return to the game.
Turpin is an All-Pro kick returner on kickoffs and punts for th

U.S. consumer sentiment falls, inflation expectations fly high

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:18:43 GMT

NEW YORK, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. consumer sentiment kept falling in October for the third month in a row, as purchasing power continues to dominate consumer views of the economy.
According to a final reading released by the University of Michigan (UM) Surveys of Consumers, the Index of Consumer Sentiment weakened to 48 in the October 2026 survey, 0.2 percent below September, and 10.4 percent below a year a

U.S. stocks end mixed on upbeat earnings

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:45:18 GMT

NEW YORK, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks closed mixed on Tuesday amid strong corporate earnings and a retreat in oil prices.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 529.85 points, or 1.02 percent, to 52,495.88. The S&P 500 added 21.84 points, or 0.28 percent, to 7,712.57. The Nasdaq Composite Index edged down 6.07 points, or 0.02 percent, to 26,424.82.
Nine of the 11 primary S&P 500 sectors ended i

U.S. stocks close mixed as tech shares rebound

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:15:19 GMT

NEW YORK, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks ended mixed on Monday as technology shares rebounded from their steepest weekly drop since June.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged down 36.38 points, or 0.07 percent, to 51,966.03. The benchmark S&P 500 added 31.29 points, or 0.41 percent, to 7,690.73, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index gained 290.85 points, or 1.11 percent, to finish at 26,430.89.
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Sixth Circuit questions whether format counts when it comes to courtroom access

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:11:14 GMT

(CN) - A Michigan woman told a Sixth Circuit panel on Wednesday a state Supreme Court rule that allows courts to exclude audiovisual recordings from public records access violates the First Amendment.

Samantha Hallman sought the audio recording from her brother's sentencing hearing in a misdemeanor marijuana possession case where she says the judge "lost her temper." Hallman was sent a link that expired in 7

McDonalds Ends 32-Year FIFA World Cup Sponsorship Amid Marketing Overhaul

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:31:01 GMT
McDonalds Ends 32-Year FIFA World Cup Sponsorship Amid Marketing Overhaul

Dentsu Xs Bruce Williams Explains That Campaigns Can Overcome Fragmentation

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:30:58 GMT
Dentsu Xs Bruce Williams Explains That Campaigns Can Overcome Fragmentation

Elon Musk Reportedly Invests $1 Billion Into Skydance After WBD Merger

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:30:57 GMT
Elon Musk Reportedly Invests $1 Billion Into Skydance After WBD Merger

Ads of the Week- 10 Campaigns That Caught Our Eye, From Away to Walmart

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:30:50 GMT
Ads of the Week- 10 Campaigns That Caught Our Eye, From Away to Walmart

Oakland dispatch center forced to reroute calls amid technical issues

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:34:25 GMT
Oakland dispatch center forced to reroute calls amid technical issues

St. Louis police pitch reality show from 'Law and Order' creator

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:34:11 GMT
St. Louis police pitch reality show from 'Law and Order' creator

MCM Unveils Next Generation of Its Intelligent Operational Readiness Platform at IACP 2026

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:33:55 GMT
MCM Unveils Next Generation of Its Intelligent Operational Readiness Platform at IACP 2026

Van Zandt County deputy killed, Canton Police officer injured in shootout with suspect

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:33:34 GMT
Van Zandt County deputy killed, Canton Police officer injured in shootout with suspect

Honolulu Police transfer 100 officers from specialized roles to patrolling the streets

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:33:31 GMT
Honolulu Police transfer 100 officers from specialized roles to patrolling the streets

GC Shield launches next-gen GC Patrol Shield, verified beyond ASTM edge-shot requirements

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:33:24 GMT
GC Shield launches next-gen GC Patrol Shield, verified beyond ASTM edge-shot requirements

Kustom Signals Announces Argus Data Vault (ADV)- Sentinel Release

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:33:20 GMT
Kustom Signals Announces Argus Data Vault (ADV)- Sentinel Release

Protecting America's data centers is becoming a local policing challenge

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:33:19 GMT
Protecting America's data centers is becoming a local policing challenge