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SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic IPOs test investor risk appetite

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:00:34 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: A new wave of blockbuster stock market listings led by SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic is set to test investor appetite like never before, with the trio expected to collectively add up to US$3 trillion in market value, despite all three companies currently operating without profits.

The potential listings could mark the largest initial public offering (IPO) cycle in history, according to e

Microsoft integrates Anthropic’s Mythos into security systems

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:57:43 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: Microsoft is expanding its cybersecurity toolkit by integrating advanced artificial intelligence models, including Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview, into its software development processes to detect better and fix vulnerabilities.

The company said the models will be embedded within its Security Development Lifecycle (SDL), allowing engineers to identify potential security flaws earlier

Cheap stocks mask risks from Iran war and high energy costs

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:27:26 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: U.S. stocks may look more attractive after recent gains, but rising oil prices linked to the Iran war are emerging as a key risk that could undermine the market's momentum.

The S&P 500 is currently trading at about 20.8 times expected earnings over the next 12 months, near its lowest level in a year and down from over 22 times at the start of 2026. The relatively lower valuation has

Oil-linked materials push up prices of clothes, toys, shoes

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:43:21 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: The impact of the Iran war is spreading far beyond fuel prices, with rising oil costs now pushing up production expenses for a wide range of everyday consumer goods, from clothing and toys to medical supplies.

Manufacturers say disruptions to oil shipments from the Middle East are already increasing the cost of petroleum-based materials used in thousands of products. As a result, consume

Meta logs keystrokes, mouse data from staff for AI training push

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:19:12 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Meta is rolling out internal tracking software that records how employees interact with their computers, as the company seeks to improve its artificial intelligence systems using real-world work behavior.

The program will capture mouse movements, clicks, and keystrokes from U.S.-based employees, according to internal memos seen by Reuters, forming part of a broader effort to develop AI a

U.S.-NEW YORK-RAPHAEL-RARE PRINTS-EXHIBITION

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:17:50 GMT

(260426) -- NEW YORK, April 26, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An event organizer (L) introduces a rare print of a work created by Raphael during an exhibition in New York, the United States, April 25, 2026.

New York-based Murray Hill Art Museum on Saturday unveiled an exhibition of rare prints of works by Italian Renaissance master Raphael.

Raffaello di Giovanni Santi (1483-1520), known as Raphael, is widely regarded

Padres, D-backs visit 'Petco South' in Mexico City one more time

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:05:12 GMT

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Arizona outfielder Alek Thomas took the field with the Mexican flag as a cape in honor of his mother's heritage and followed that entrance with a two-run homer against San Diego in the first game of the Mexico City Series on Saturday.

It was not enough to keep the Padres from remaining undefeated in the Mexico City Series history.

The Padres beat the Diamondb

Yankees play waiting game about Giancarlo Stanton before finale vs. Astros

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:40:26 GMT

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The New York Yankees have yet to make a decision on the availability of designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton, who departed in the sixth inning of the series opener in Houston on Friday with lower-leg tightness.

Stanton did not play in the Yankees' 8-3 win over the Astros on Saturday, a victory that secured the three-game series for New York, which has an eight-game winn

Nationals SS Nasim Nunez playing 'nasty' against White Sox

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:40:24 GMT

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Washington Nationals shortstop Nasim Nunez delivered two hits, four RBIs and a stolen base during Saturday's 6-3, 10-inning victory against the host Chicago White Sox.

Nunez acknowledged he was aiming to emulate one of his favorite players, current New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor -- a path that might serve Nunez well again Sunday afternoon when Washington

Red Sox play first game under new management in series finale vs. Orioles

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:40:35 GMT

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The Boston Red Sox barely had a chance to enjoy a big day of success on the field before there was an overhaul of the coaching staff.

They'll go into Sunday afternoon's series finale against the host Baltimore Orioles with Chad Tracy as interim manager after the firing of Alex Cora was revealed hours after Saturday's game.

Several of Cora's staff members w

Nicolas Cage steps into shadows as 'Spider-Noir' trailer drops, unveiling gritty 1930s Marvel thriller

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:16:26 GMT

Washington [US], April 26 (ANI): The first trailer for 'Spider-Noir', starring Nicolas Cage, was unveiled on April 26, offering a dark, stylised glimpse into the upcoming live-action Marvel series set in 1930s New York City.

Debuted at the CCXPMX26 event in Mexico City by MGM+ and on the official social media handles of Prime Video, the eight-episode thriller introduces Cage as Ben Reilly, an ageing and 'down-on-

MLB roundup: Red Sox rout Orioles, fire manager Alex Cora

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:19:18 GMT

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Garrett Crochet pitched six shutout innings and Andruw Monasterio drilled a late-game grand slam as the Boston Red Sox snapped a four-game losing streak in dominant fashion with a 17-1 win over the host Baltimore Orioles Saturday afternoon.

Later on Saturday, the Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora and five others on staff. Chad Tracy, the club's manager at Triple-A

2026 NFL Draft Grades: Raiders, Browns score near perfect

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:19:12 GMT

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With the 2026 NFL Draft in the books, we're ready to check the work of all 32 teams.

The good news for the teams who paid the price to pick early in this year's draft is many of them made of the most of the opportunity.

Our analysts break down the work of every team's front office and assign a letter grade with rapid reaction to the draft class of every club.

D.C. United scores 2 late goals to rally past Orlando City

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:19:08 GMT

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Kye Rowles scored on a header in the 90th minute as D.C. United overcame its home-field jinx, rallying for a 3-2 win over injury-riddled Orlando City SC Saturday on a chilly night in Washington, D.C.

Jackson Hopkins and Louis Munteanu also scored for D.C. (3-4-3, 12 points), which snapped a six-game winless run in all competitions and won for just the second time

NBA roundup: Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo hurt in T-wolves' win

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:10:10 GMT

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Ayo Dosunmu came off the bench to score a career-high 43 points on 13-for-17 shooting, and the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 112-96 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 of their Western Conference quarterfinals series on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

The victory, which gave Minnesota a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series, came at a cost to

Yankees score late to break open close game against Astros

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:08:34 GMT

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Austin Wells socked a leadoff home run to ignite a three-run seventh inning as the New York Yankees claimed a three-game series against the host Houston Astros with an 8-3 win on Saturday.

Wells' second homer was the third of the game for the Yankees, who improved to 5-0 on their current nine-game road trip and have won eight straight overall. The Yankees were lock

D.C. United scores two late goals to rally past Orlando City

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:08:25 GMT

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Kye Rowles scored on a header in the 90th minute as D.C. United overcame its home-field jinx, rallying for a 3-2 win over injury-riddled Orlando City SC Saturday on a chilly night in Washington, D.C.

Jackson Hopkins and Louis Munteanu also scored for D.C. (3-4-3, 12 points), which snapped a six-game winless run in all competitions and won for just the second time

Struggling Kodai Senga seeks better form during Mets-Rockies doubleheader

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:08:01 GMT

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No player better symbolizes the topsy-turvy nature of the New York Mets than right-hander Kodai Senga.

On Sunday, the Mets will look to the 33-year-old starting pitcher to snap his slump and help New York avoid falling into another tailspin when it hosts the Colorado Rockies in a doubleheader.

Senga (0-3, 8.83 ERA) and fellow right-hander Nolan McLean (1-

Kevin Denkey's 2nd straight brace helps Cincinnati best Red Bulls

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:07:56 GMT

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Kevin Denkey scored twice late in the first half and FC Cincinnati recorded a 2-0 victory over the visiting New York Red Bulls on Saturday night.

Denkey notched a multi-goal game for the second straight game after scoring twice in Wednesday's 4-4 draw with New York City Football Club. It was Denkey's third MLS brace, coming one day shy of the anniversary of his fi

Knicks even series as Hawks can't contain Karl Anthony-Towns (triple-double)

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:07:31 GMT

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Karl Anthony-Towns totaled 20 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds for his first career playoff triple-double as the New York Knicks earned a 114-98 victory over the host Atlanta Hawks and evened their Eastern Conference first-round series at two games apiece on Saturday night.

Towns ensured Game 5 on Tuesday in New York will not be an elimination game for the Knicks a

Avalanche on verge of grinding out defensive-minded sweep of Kings

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:07:13 GMT

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The Colorado Avalanche are one game away from a sweep as they prepare to face the Los Angeles Kings on the road for Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round series Sunday.

However, don't mistake the chance for a sweep as the Avalanche dominating the Kings. The first two games in Denver were 2-1 games, and in Game 2, the Avalanche needed a goal from Gabrie

Red Sox fire manager Alex Cora, five other coaches

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:06:47 GMT

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After a shocking 10-17 start to the season, the Boston Red Sox have fired manager Alex Cora and five coaches, the club announced on Saturday evening.

In addition to Cora, the club dismissed hitting coach Peter Fatse, assistant hitting coach Dillon Lawson, third base coach Kyle Hudson, bench coach Ramon Vasquez and hitting strategy coach Joe Cronin.

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NFL Draft Day 3: Jermod McCoy to Raiders, Jets trade up for Cade Klubnik

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:06:34 GMT

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The third and final day of the 2026 NFL Draft began with a name many thought would go in the first round.Instead, Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy went No. 101 overall to the Las Vegas Raiders, as the opening pick of the fourth round on Saturday in Pittsburgh.The Buffalo Bills owned the No. 101 selection entering the day, while the Raiders sat at No. 102. Las Vegas tr

Prince Owusu leads CF Montreal over NYCFC

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:05:11 GMT

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Prince Owusu scored a first-half goal on Saturday afternoon to help lead CF Montreal to a 1-0 victory over New York City FC.

Thomas Gillier made a pair of saves for Montreal (3-6-0, nine points), who won their second straight game since firing head coach Marco Donadel and hiring interim Philippe Eullaffroy on April 12. Montreal posted five shots on target to New York

2026 NFL Draft: Round 4 and 5 recap

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:40:33 GMT

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Trump fired navy secretary after Golden Fleet failure NYT

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:02:41 GMT

John Phelan failed to quickly deliver plans for the US presidents grand naval vanity project, according to the New York Times

US President Donald Trump fired his navy secretary after he failed to deliver a plan to build a new class of battleship on a "nearly impossible timeline," the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing senior defense and administration officials.

In December, the US

White Sox DFA catcher Reese McGuire, add Drew Romo from Triple-A

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:19:05 GMT

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The Chicago White Sox selected the contract of Drew Romo from Triple-A Charlotte and designated fellow catcher Reese McGuire for assignment on Saturday.

Romo, 24, is hitting .298 with three doubles, four home runs, 11 RBIs and 11 runs in 17 games with Charlotte. The White Sox claimed the switch-hitter off waivers from the New York Mets on Jan. 8.

He has lim

Rockies-Mets to play Sunday doubleheader after postponement

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:05:12 GMT

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The Saturday scheduled game between the Mets and the Colorado Rockies in New York has been postponed due to rain in the forecast.

The game is scheduled to be made up as part of a single-admission doubleheader at 1:40 p.m. ET on Sunday. The second contest will begin approximately 30 to 45 minutes after the end of the first game.

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F Arnau Farnos signs first-team contract with NYCFC

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:55:13 GMT

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New York City FC signed forward Arnau Farnos to a first-team contract through the rest of this season, the team announced Saturday.

The deal also has an option for an extension through the 2027-28 season.

Farnos, 23, previously signed four short-term agreements with the franchise.

'Arnau has taken advantage of his opportunities with both the first team a

Nicole Kidman hospitalised after filming pro-wrestling scene

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:00:37 GMT

Los Angeles [US], April 25 (ANI): Actor Nicole Kidman was taken to the hospital after filming a physically demanding pro-wrestling scene for the Apple TV+ series 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' while suffering from the flu, her co-star Nick Offerman revealed, according to Page Six.

Offerman shared that the Oscar-winning actor pushed through illness to complete the shoot for the April 22 episode. 'We're there in the

Streaking Yankees set for Astros, await injury news on Giancarlo Stanton

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:19:07 GMT

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The New York Yankees did not need to worry about their offense on Friday night, but they now face a concern with Giancarlo Stanton's lower right leg.

The team will attempt to produce another big night at the plate and hopes to get good news about Stanton before meeting the Astros in Houston on Saturday.

New York will try to produce an eight-game winning strea

Royals attempt to build steam vs. Angels

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:55:08 GMT

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The Kansas City Royals entered Saturday as one of four teams that have yet to reach 10 wins this season.

The Royals, however, have shown signs of turning it around after winning of two of three games following an eight-game losing streak.

Kansas City will aim to continue its recent upturn on Saturday night when it hosts the Los Angeles Angels in the second cont

Rays' Shane McClanahan takes next step on comeback trail as Twins await

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:19:04 GMT

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Tampa Bay left-hander Shane McClanahan will continue his comeback from two major arm surgeries on Saturday afternoon when the Rays face the Minnesota Twins in the second game of a three-game series in St. Petersburg, Fla.

McClanahan (1-2, 5.00 ERA), a two-time All-Star, missed over two seasons with injuries. He was 11-2 with a 3.29 ERA in 21 starts in 2023 bef

Alan Cumming excited to reprise Nightcrawler in 'Avengers: Doomsday' after over two decades

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:01:17 GMT

New York [US], April 25 (ANI): Actor Alan Cumming has expressed excitement about reprising his role as Nightcrawler in the upcoming film 'Avengers: Doomsday', marking his return to the character more than 20 years after 'X2: X-Men United', according to People.

Speaking at the TIME100 Gala in New York City, Cumming described the experience of returning to the superhero universe as being part of a 'superhero soup,

Mets' Kodai Senga pushes to turn season around vs. Rockies

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:55:13 GMT

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No player better symbolizes the topsy-turvy nature of the New York Mets than Kodai Senga.

On Saturday afternoon against the visiting Colorado Rockies, the Mets will need the right-hander to snap his slump to ensure New York doesn't risk falling into another tailspin.

Senga (0-3, 8.83 ERA) is slated to face his former teammate, Rockies left-hander Jose Quintana

Mojtaba Khamenei commands Iran via secret "human chain" of handwritten letters to bypass tracking: Report

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:33:03 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 25 (ANI): Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has remained largely absent from the public eye since assuming leadership following the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a joint US-Israel strike on February 28, the New York Times reported.

According to the report, which cited an Iranian official, no video or audio recordings of the new leader have been released. Ins

Sizzling second baseman face off as Marlins, Giants meet again

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:55:11 GMT

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Two second basemen who have demonstrated early on that they're serious about making the National League All-Star team hope to continue fast starts at the other's expense Saturday afternoon when Xavier Edwards and the Miami Marlins once again visit Luis Arraez and the San Francisco Giants.

Both players had three hits Friday night, and Edwards' teammates collected 13 m

Michael Jackson's "second family" alleges sexual abuse of four kids in new lawsuit as biopic opens strong at box office

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:33:05 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 25 (ANI): Just a day after 'Michael,' the much-talked-about Michael Jackson biopic, hit theatres globally, the late pop star's estate is facing fresh legal trouble following a new lawsuit that has brought serious allegations against him.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, a family that was once known for publicly defending Jackson has now accused him of sexually abusing four of their c

MLB roundup: Cubs overtake Dodgers late for 10th straight win

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:40:34 GMT

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Dansby Swanson hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the ninth as the visiting Chicago Cubs rallied for a 6-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the opener of a three-game series on Friday.

The Cubs won their 10th straight game as they came back from a 4-0 deficit, scoring all their runs over the final three innings.

Swanson was 2-for-3 with two runs, a tripl

White House to witness baby boom, Press Secy departs for maternity leave

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:33:15 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 25 (ANI): White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday (local time) announced that she will be away from the White House for maternity leave as the MAGA proponent is set to have a daughter.

There will not be any replacement for Leavitt, but she announced that the press will continue getting updates from her team.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:02:24 GMT

Los Angeles [US], April 24 (ANI): Hollywood actor Ethan Hawke is reflecting on his daughter, Maya Hawke's, wedding to singer Christian Lee Hutson.

In a recent conversation, Ethan Hawke recalled the emotional moment when he walked Maya down the aisle.

'That was pretty fun. What really makes it is, you know, walking your daughter down the aisle... I've had a lot of feelings in my life, and that was one that

CF Montreal bid to pick up steam vs. struggling NYCFC

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:55:21 GMT

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Under new leadership, CF Montreal are looking for their first set of consecutive wins this season when they host New York City FC on Saturday afternoon.

Following a 1-6-0 start, Montreal fired Marco Donadel on April 12. Interim head coach Philippe Eullaffroy helped lead the club to its first home victory of the season -- a 4-1 triumph over the New York Red Bulls last

Hawks look to build comfortable series lead over Knicks

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:19:04 GMT

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The New York Knicks held a comfortable lead for most of their Game 1 win last weekend.

Since then, the Atlanta Hawks have made things massively uncomfortable for an opponent with aspirations of a deep postseason run.

The pressure is intensifying for the Knicks, who will look to even up the first-round playoff series Saturday night when they visit the Hawks for

'Off Campus' trailer: Ella Bright strikes fake boyfriend deal with Belmont Cameli to attract her crush in this series

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:00:56 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 24 (ANI): The trailer of the romantic series 'Off Campus', which is a book-to-movie adaptation of the same name by Elle Kennedy, is finally out. The series will exclusively premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 13, 2026.

According to the press note by the makers, 'Off Campus' follows 'an elite ice hockey team, and the women in their lives, as they grapple with love, heartbreak, and self

Cubs bring 9-game win streak into opener vs. Dodgers

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:40:21 GMT

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The Chicago Cubs carry the longest winning streak in the major leagues into the opener of a three-game road series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in a battle of division leaders.

Chicago extended its winning streak to nine games with an 8-7 victory in 10 innings over the Philadelphia Phillies (nine straight losses) on Thursday.

'A nine-game win

Yordan Alvarez, Astros strive to do damage against Yankees' stellar pitching staff

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:19:12 GMT

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The New York Yankees experienced a four-game blip with their pitching last week when they were unable to consistently record outs against the Los Angeles Angels.

The pitching has corrected itself during sweeps of the Kansas City Royals and Boston Red Sox, and the Yankees are on a six-game winning streak as their pitchers will attempt to keep MLB home run leader Yor

Brandon Nimmo, Rangers take aim at Athletics

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:55:06 GMT

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After taking two of three contests from the Pittsburgh Pirates to open a nine-game homestand, the Texas Rangers will welcome the Athletics to Arlington for the opener of a three-game series on Friday night.

The Rangers are feeling good about their offseason trade that landed them a reliable leadoff hitter, outfielder Brandon Nimmo, from the New York Mets.

Behind Bo Bichette, Mets put mini win streak on line vs. Rockies

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:05:11 GMT

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Bo Bichette seems to like batting leadoff for the New York Mets.

Good thing, because the Mets are going to be without their usual leadoff hitter for a while.

Bichette and the Mets will look to continue building a winning streak Friday night when New York hosts the Colorado Rockies in the opener of a three-game series.

Freddy Peralta (1-2, 4.05 ERA)

US-based think tank assesses coordination of Iran leadership to project unity amid external pressure

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:31:54 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 24 (ANI): A new assessment by the Washington, DC-based think tank Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has suggested that recent statements from Iranian leadership appear to reflect a coordinated response shaped by both internal regime politics and external pressure from the United States.

The think tank stated,' US President Donald Trump's messages have appeared to elicit a choreograph

Orioles get first look at AL East as slumping Red Sox visit

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:40:30 GMT

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The Baltimore Orioles will face an American League East rival for the first time this season when the Boston Red Sox visit to begin a three-game series Friday night.

Baltimore is 3-6 across its past nine games, so the Orioles are looking for consistency. Manager Craig Albernaz believes his players have the right approach.

'How we take hits and keep bouncing ba

MLB roundup: Dodgers blank Giants on 1 hit to avoid series sweep

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:05:02 GMT

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Tyler Glasnow allowed just one hit in eight shutout innings, Tanner Scott threw a scoreless ninth and the Los Angeles Dodgers avoided a three-game series sweep with a 3-0 victory over the host San Francisco Giants.

Max Muncy scored twice, while Dalton Rushing and Hyeseong Kim drove in runs for the Dodgers. Los Angeles scored a single run in the second inning and add

Charlize Theron bonds with "daredevil" daughter August over rock climbing while training for 'Apex'

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:07 GMT

New York [US], April 24 (ANI): Actor Charlize Theron has shared a heartwarming glimpse into her off-screen life, revealing how she bonded with her youngest daughter August, 11, during rock climbing training for her upcoming Netflix action film 'Apex', according to E! News.

The Oscar-winning actor revealed that she brought August along during her rock climbing training sessions with professional climber Beth Rodd

Israel, Lebanon Cease-Fire Extended 3 Weeks, Even As Violence Flares

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:25:00 GMT

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Iranian FM Araqchi En Route To Pakistan

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi was expected to arrive in Islamabad on April 24 for talks that would reportedly include consultations on proposals for reviving peace negotiations with the United States.

US and Iranian teams held peace talks in Pakistan's capital on April 11-12, but those ended without an agreement and a second roun

Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi En Route To Pakistan

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:25:00 GMT

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US and Iranian teams held peace talks in Pakistan's capital on April 11-12, but those ended without an agreement and a second roun

Iran Rights Group Says 3 Teenage Protesters Could Face Execution

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:25:00 GMT

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White House Says US Delegation Will Head To Pakistan For Iran Peace Talks

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WASHINGTON -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the United States would send a delegation to Pakistan this weekend, as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is also expected

US Poised For Potential Iran Talks As Araqchi Heads To Pakistan

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:25:00 GMT

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WASHINGTON -- The prospect of a new round of face-to-face talks between the United States and Iran emerged as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi headed to Islamabad and a US official suggested the United States could potentially send a delegation this weekend.

NBA roundup: Hawks get by Knicks again to take 2-1 series lead

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:19:09 GMT

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CJ McCollum scored 23 points and sank the game-winning basket with 12.7 seconds left, lifting Atlanta to a 109-108 win over the visiting New York Knicks on Thursday and giving the Hawks a 2-1 lead in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

The Hawks led 96-85 with 8:06 to go in the fourth quarter, but the Knicks roared back to tie the game at 105-105 on

TIME to Bring 'TIME100 Next' to India for the first time in partnership with Reliance

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:32:27 GMT

New York [US], April 24 (ANI): TIME will launch TIME100 Next India, a new edition of its TIME100 Next franchise, recognizing the next generation of Indian leaders whose work and vision are shaping the future, in partnership with Reliance. The announcement was made on stage during the annual TIME100 Gala in New York City on Thursday by TIME Chief Executive Officer Jessica Sibley and Reliance Foundation Founder and Chair

US special forces soldier arrested for betting on Venezuela raid

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:15:00 GMT

Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly used classified operation-planning data to pocket over $400,000 on Polymarket

A US Army Green Beret has been arrested on charges that he used classified information from the operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro to place high-stakes bets on prediction markets already rocked by billions of dollars in suspiciously timed wagers during the US-

Bo Bichette slams key double as Mets take Twins series

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:55:15 GMT

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Bo Bichette had three hits Thursday night, including the three-run eighth-inning double that snapped a tie and lifted the host New York Mets to a 10-8 win over the Minnesota Twins in the rubber game of a three-game interleague series.

Brett Baty hit a three-run homer in the first for the Mets, who squandered a 7-2 lead before winning for the second straight ni

CJ McCollum, Hawks pull out 2nd straight tight win over Knicks

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:19:22 GMT

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Game 4 in the best-of-seven set will be played Saturday in Atlanta.

The Hawks led 96-85 with 8:06 to go in the

NFL draft sees surprises galore after Raiders' Fernando Mendoza slam dunk

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:40:45 GMT

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Fernando Mendoza's next mission might be his toughest yet: Try to turn Sin City into Win City.

The Las Vegas Raiders tabbed Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday. The 22-year-old will be the centerpiece of a franchise rebuild following his meteoric rise at Indiana, where he won the Heisman Trophy and led the program to its first national titl

"We have complete control": Trump on blockade against Iran

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:31:12 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 24 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) said that the United States has full control over its blockade measures against Iran, calling them effective.

He also said that Iran's reported actions in the region, including targeting multiple countries, could be a serious mistake.

Speaking to the reporters in White House, Trump said, 'That is very top secret... What w

Trade tracker: Chiefs move up to take CB Mansoor Delane No. 6

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:19:04 GMT

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The Kansas City Chiefs made the first move up the board of the 2026 NFL Draft, swapping three places with the Cleveland Browns to select LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane on Thursday night.

The Chiefs moved from No. 9 to No. 6 overall, while the Browns received a third-rounder (74th overall) and a fifth-rounder (148th) in addition to the ninth overall pick from Kansas City

Cody Bellinger's pinch-hit 2-run single propels Yankees past Red Sox

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:05:11 GMT

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Cody Bellinger drove in two runs with a pinch-hit single to help the visiting New York Yankees extend their winning streak to six games by beating the Boston Red Sox 4-2 Thursday night.

Bellinger singled against reliever Greg Weissert with two outs and the bases loaded in the top of the seventh inning. The hit, which drove in Jazz Chisholm and Trent Grisham, put

Angels visit Mike Trout-friendly Kansas City for 3-game series

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:55:13 GMT

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While the Los Angeles Angels have ended their first true skid on the young season, the Kansas City Royals continue to struggle.

Looking to build on a needed victory, the visiting Angels try to hand the Royals a 10th loss in 11 games on Friday night.

Los Angeles ended a four-game losing streak, during which it totaled six runs, with its 7-3 home win over Toronto

Photos from '20 show Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini kissing

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:55:19 GMT

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Newly surfaced photos appear to show Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini kissing in a New York City bar back in 2020.

The New York Post's Page Six published the photos Thursday, one day after the New England Patriots head coach announced that he will miss Day 3 of the NFL draft on Saturday to attend counseling.

The scandal began on April 7 when the Post publishe

Mets place SS Francisco Lindor (calf) on 10-day IL

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:55:16 GMT

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The New York Mets placed shortstop Francisco Lindor on the 10-day injured list Thursday with a left calf strain.

Fellow infielder Ronny Mauricio was called up from Triple-A Syracuse to replace Lindor, who sustained the injury Wednesday in the Mets' first win in the past 12 games.

Also on Thursday afternoon, right-hander Christian Scott was recalled from Syracus

Chiefs DBs coach Dave Merritt arrested, charged with domestic battery

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:05:12 GMT

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Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt was arrested and charged with misdemeanor domestic battery on Wednesday night.

Merritt, 54, was arrested on Wednesday night and booked into the Johnson County jail, the Kansas City Star reported.

Per the report, the Johnson County District Attorney's Office filed a complaint and accused Merritt of 'unlaw

Photos from '20 show Mike Vrabel, Diana Russini kissing

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:25:11 GMT

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Newly surfaced photos appear to show Mike Vrabel and Diana Russini kissing in a New York City bar back in 2020.

The New York Post's Page Six published the photos Thursday, one day after the New England Patriots head coach announced that he will miss Day 3 of the NFL draft on Saturday to attend counseling.

The scandal began on April 7 when the Post published

Struggling Phillies release RHP Taijuan Walker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:19:12 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies released veteran starter Taijuan Walker on Thursday despite $15 million remaining on his contract.

He signed a four-year, $72 million contract with Philadelphia in December 2022.

At 8-16, the Phillies are tied with the New York Mets for the worst record in the National League, and Walker was a contributor to those woes.

The 33-

Reports: Mets recall Ronny Mauricio, signaling IL stint for Francisco Lindor

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:40:26 GMT

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Francisco Lindor appears headed to the injured list with a calf strain sustained Wednesday in the New York Mets' first win in the past 12 games, with Ronny Mauricio getting the call to replace him on the roster.

Mauricio is batting .293 with an OPS of .987 for the Mets' Triple-A affiliate in Syracuse.

Lindor was heating up at the plate, but there has been nothi

With Francisco Lindor in question and long skid over, Mets take on Twins

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:19:12 GMT

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The New York Mets spent most of the last three weeks learning they didn't like life without Juan Soto.

Now the team hopes it won't find out about life without Francisco Lindor.

With their 12-game losing streak finally over, the Mets likely will learn Lindor's status on Thursday before they host the Minnesota Twins in the finale of a three-game interleague serie

Yankees' Cam Schlittler to face Red Sox, Fenway faithful

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:55:07 GMT

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Massachusetts native Cam Schlittler takes the Fenway Park mound for the first time in his major league career as the New York Yankees aim to complete a three-game series sweep of the Boston Red Sox and extend their season-long win streak to six on Thursday night.

Schlittler (2-1, 1.95 ERA), who hails from Walpole and attended college less than a mile away from

"That's really incredible, DK": Indian tennis player Dhakshineswar Suresh gets high praise from US Prez Trump

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:31:52 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 23 (ANI): Madurai-born tennis star Dhakshineswar Suresh got high praise from US President Donald Trump during a recent National Champions Day at the White House.

The 26-year-old Suresh was among the 2025 NCAA Collegiate National Championship teams that had gathered at the White House for the event on Wednesday.

'DK Suresh delivered the clinching point to UCLA 4-2 victory over TCU

Spotlight shines on D-backs' Michael Soroka, White Sox's Munetaka Murakami

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:19:17 GMT

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Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka is putting up numbers reminiscent of his 2019 All-Star season.

The only thing that has changed is everything else.

Using a new 'drop and drive' style that generates power from his lower half, plus featuring a slurve he developed in 2025 and has refined this year, Soroka has remade himself into one of the best

Streaking Cubs ride offense into finale vs. sinking Phillies

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:19:13 GMT

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Searching for a four-game sweep of the reeling Philadelphia Phillies, the host Chicago Cubs will have an opportunity to extend their winning streak to nine games on Thursday afternoon.

Should that be the case, the Cubs will have their longest such run since they won 11 in a row from July 31-Aug. 12, 2016.

Manager Craig Counsell's club hasn't allowed more tha

D.C. United end scoring drought, earn 4-4 draw with Red Bulls

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:55:17 GMT

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Tai Baribo scored his third goal in the 80th minute as D.C. United ended a long scoring drought and escaped with a 4-4 draw in an adrenaline-fueled match against the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night in Harrison, N.J.

Jackson Hopkins added a goal and an assist for D.C. United (2-4-3, 9 points), who rallied from a two-goal deficit. D.C. has not won in its last five

MLB roundup: Mets eke out win over Twins, end 12-game skid

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:55:11 GMT

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Mark Vientos redeemed himself for an earlier baserunning miscue by delivering the tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, and the host New York Mets snapped a 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.

The losing streak was the longest for the Mets since a 12-game skid from Aug. 10-23, 2002. However, the much-needed victory may have

Explainer: What lies behind dismissal of top military leaders in Trump administration?

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:45:34 GMT

"This appears to be part of a broader, premediated campaign by Trump and Hegseth to purge talented officers for politically charged reasons, which would undermine the professionalism of our military and send a chilling message through the ranks."

WASHINGTON, April 23 (Xinhua) -- The Pentagon announced on Wednesday the unexpected removal of U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan from his post, without pr

Pats coach Mike Vrabel will get counseling, miss end of draft

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:55:10 GMT

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New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, amid a controversy over his visit to an Arizona resort with then-Athletic reporter Dianna Russini, is headed for counseling that will keep him away from the team for the final day of the NFL draft.

Vrabel will be with the club when it makes its first selection at No. 31 overall on Thursday, then when it chooses players late in th

Regional conflict "began to weaken Europe": Turkiye's Erdogan warns German counterpart

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:32:32 GMT

Ankara [Turkiye], April 23 (ANI): Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned of the expanding repercussions of the conflict involving Iran, stating that the fallout is now reaching European shores and risks further deterioration.

During a telephone conversation with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the Turkish leader highlighted the growing geographical impact of the hostilities. According to a su

Iran releases footage of IRGC seizing cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:30 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 23 (ANI): The Iranian government has published footage purportedly documenting the seizure of a commercial container ship within the strategic waters of the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by Al Jazeera.

The visual evidence shows armed members of the Iranian military, wearing masks, scaling the hull of the cargo vessel to gain control of the deck. This escalation follows claims by the

Aggressors fully responsible for Strait of Hormuz instability: Iran FM Araghchi meets S Korean envoy

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:32:47 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 23 (ANI): Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that 'aggressors' (US and Israel) are fully responsible for any instability in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the rising tensions in the Gulf region, as reported by Iranian state media Press TV.

According to Press TV, Araghchi made the statement during a meeting with the South Korea FM's Special Envoy Chung Byung-ha in Tehran on Wednesday

"Six months to clear mines": Pentagon warns of prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure amid "frustration" over high oil prices

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:32:01 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 23 (ANI): The Pentagon has reportedly informed the US Congress that clearing naval mines allegedly positioned by the Iranian military could take up to six months, highlighting a significant hurdle to regional stability despite a precarious ceasefire.

According to a House Armed Services Committee briefing detailed by three officials to The Washington Post, this timeline has triggered 'fr

Panama condemns "illegal seizure" of 'MSC Francesca'

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:38 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 23 (ANI): Panama strongly condemned Iran's seizure of 'MSC Francesca', calling the seizure of a vessel sailing under its flag 'illegal.' In a statement, Panama's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the ship is Italian-owned but registered under the Panamanian flag.

'The ship was transiting the Strait of Hormuz when it was seized and forcibly taken to Iranian territorial waters,' the ministry sai

"He wanted us to strike": Ex-US top official reveals three presidents rejected Netanyahu's Iran war push before Trump agreed

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:32:14 GMT

Washington, DC [US], April 23 (ANI): Former US Secretary of State John Kerry has revealed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously proposed a military conflict with Iran to multiple American leaders, all of whom rejected the overture.

During an appearance on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Kerry detailed how previous administrations resisted the push for war. Discussing the internal deliberat