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Vivek Ramaswamy made tennis prowess part of his politics. How far did he really go on the court? (Gift Article)

Ramaswamy is frequently described as a “nationally ranked junior tennis player,” but he doesn't appear in the USTA's national records.

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How the Brewers’ Pat Murphy, with humor and humanity, evolved into a World Series champion (Gift Article)

The humor is not for show. With Murphy — from pregame press briefings to player conversations — there is always purpose to the prose.

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Even Jack Grealish cannot overshadow a cup win that allows Everton fans to dream again (Gift Article)

Moyes' men are now one game from their first cup semi-final appearance in a decade, but star loanee may have provided a sour note

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Mikel Arteta, Anfield, and another jinx to be broken (Gift Article)

A league win at Liverpool's home ground has proved elusive for the Arsenal manager. Can they turn the tide on Sunday?

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Patrick Stewart, Captain Picard on ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation,” Dies (Gift Article)

The British actor was 86. He achieved pop-culture stardom as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard on “Star Trek: The Next Generation.”

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‘Shocking and frustrating’ – Newcastle go out of the Carabao Cup with a whimper (Gift Article)

In recent seasons, they have roared in this competition, but the current side very quickly lost their way on Merseyside

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June Jones, offensive pioneer who coached in NFL and college, dies at 73 (Gift Article)

When Jones took over at Hawaii, he oversaw the biggest single-season turnaround in NCAA history while producing a record-setting offense.

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Patrick Stewart Brought Elegance To ‘Star Trek’ as Jean-Luc Picard (Gift Article)

Led by the Shakespearean veteran in his role as Jean-Luc Picard, “Star Trek: The Next Generation” gracefully went where the franchise had never gone before.

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Bo Bichette to exercise $42 million player option to stay with Mets: Sources (Gift Article)

Bichette started slow in his first season with the Mets in 2026 but ultimately produced closer to his career numbers.

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What the Jeffery Simmons trade means for Bears in 2026 and beyond (Gift Article)

The Bears made the type of trade that teams with Super Bowl ambitions make, acquiring All-Pro DT Jeffery Simmons. We break it all down.

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Tatsuya Imai to exercise player option, return to Astros in 2027: Source (Gift Article)

Imai struggled in his first major-league season in 2026 and was eventually demoted from Houston’s starting rotation.

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Skye Blakely Ushers In The Next Era Of USA Gymnastics With Gold | Defector

My favorite moment from this year’s World Gymnastics Championships was the second after Skye Blakely hit the final pose in her floor routine. For a second, she was all smiles, sass, and confidence, ra...

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The Chicken Dinner, Both Humble and Noble (Gift Article)
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Why the Titans’ Jeffery Simmons may be the best defensive tackle this side of Aaron Donald (Gift Article)

The 25-year-old Simmons doesn't get a lot of national attention playing for the Titans, but that could change if he continues to get sacks.

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Brewers exec Matt Kleine emerges as focus of Astros GM search: Sources (Gift Article)

Kleine has spent the past 19 seasons in Milwaukee’s organization

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Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis forced to become a master juggler amid injuries (Gift Article)

The top two forward lines and both power-play units will have a different look when the Canadiens face the Stars.

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A Clash Over Trans Women in Sports Erupts at a Pro Soccer Game (Gift Article)

For protesters seeking a ban on transgender athletes in women’s sports, it made sense to protest near fans of the Portland Thorns, who are known for progressive politics.

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Bears have help on the way with Montez Sweat, T.J. Edwards, others returning (Gift Article)

The Bears lost tight end Cole Kmet, but the mini-bye offered extra time for guys on defense to get healthy and others to keep improving.

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The Brewers’ playoff run to first World Series title was dominant in so many ways (Gift Article)

Did you notice how the Brewers squashed everyone in their path on the way to the championship? Here's a deep dive on their dominant run.

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With DeForest Buckner in, who’s the odd man out on the D-line? 49ers mailbag (Gift Article)

Among this week's questions: Which players on injured reserve would the 49ers prioritize bringing back?

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Ten hypothetical NFL trade deadline deals that could swing the Super Bowl race (Gift Article)

We've already seen some activity, and other Super Bowl contenders are expected to respond. Here are 10 deals that could shake up the league.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski digs deep for a gem to cap marvelous month, season for the ages (Gift Article)

In his final 12 starts — from Aug. 15 to the end of the World Series — Misiorowski was 7-0 with a 1.93 ERA and the Brewers won every time.

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The Brewers, World Series champs at last, won it all by staying true to themselves (Gift Article)

The Brewers’ World Series title is a fitting outcome for a franchise that marches to its own beat.

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NHL’s scariest starts: Players starting the 2026-27 season frighteningly slow (Gift Article)

Let’s get in the Halloween spirit by building our annual team made up of players off to disappointing starts.

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Why a Scottish football team has been forced to play two games at once (Gift Article)

Johnstone Burgh said in a statement the failed rescheduling "certainly hasn't been for the lack of trying".

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Mike Beigel, Whose Devices Shaped the Sound of the 70s, Has Died (Gift Article)

Have a listen. He’s responsible for a funky texture in the 1970s that defined hit songs by Stevie Wonder, the Grateful Dead and many others.

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Ernie Johnson, the best to sit in a sports studio, made ‘Inside the NBA’ must-see TV (Gift Article)

For more than three decades, Johnson helped turn "Inside the NBA" into a 21-time Sports Emmy Award winner.

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Four Scenarios for How the Midterms Could Go (Gift Article)

Expectations are cresting for Democrats, and some kind of wave seems likely, but so much will depend on a few close Senate races.

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The Brewers nearly landed Tarik Skubal. They won the World Series anyway (Gift Article)

“We have enough,” Brewers manager Pat Murphy told his team after Milwaukee's bid for Skubal fell short.

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Brewers win World Series for first time, beat Rays in Game 5: Live updates and reaction (Gift Article)

Milwaukee shut down Tampa Bay 4-1 on Wednesday to clinch the title

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Win tonight. Win it all. How the Brewers built their first World Series champion (Gift Article)

The Brewers didn't land Tarik Skubal. They funneled that trade deadline disappointment into a belief they could win it all anyway.

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Barbara Barrie, Oscar Nominee Known for Mom Roles and More, Has Died (Gift Article)

She was nominated for “Breaking Away,” appeared in the original Broadway cast of “Company” and was seen on “Barney Miller.” She was 95.

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The Ravens expect Lamar Jackson back. Can he cover up their flaws?

The two-time league MVP, who has missed the past three games, is set to return to a Baltimore team badly in need of a boost.

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How many AFC North teams will make the playoffs? Three are surging while one falls behind (Gift Article)

In the latest edition of the AFC North Whiparound, our writers discuss the division’s playoff hopes and each team’s scariest aspect.

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How can the Bills fix their defense at the trade deadline? Top needs and cap options (Gift Article)

Breaking down the Bills’ trade deadline needs and cap options, plus a prediction for their matchup with the Ravens.

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Tage Thompson leads Sabres’ offensive outburst in wild win over Ducks: 5 thoughts (Gift Article)

The Sabres badly needed an offensive breakout. They got one thanks to a natural hat trick from Tage Thompson.

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College football schedule’s highest highs, lowest lows and Clemson-FSU (Gift Article)

Until Saturday is The Athletic's free college football newsletter.

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Why doesn’t rookie Cyrus Allen play more? He has an offense to learn inside and out (Gift Article)

Chiefs coach Andy Reid says Allen could get more playing time. That's easier said than done for rookie receivers in Kansas City.

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Young Canadiens complete perfect road trip. They return more mature than they started (Gift Article)

The Canadiens are learning championship habits and their road trip showed that process is making progress.

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Christa Pike Describes Pain and Isolation After Botched Execution (Gift Article)

Convicted of a 1995 murder, Ms. Pike released her first statement since the failed attempt to execute her last month.

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Blackhawks aren’t headed in right direction. What needs to change? (Gift Article)

Thirteen games into the season, the Blackhawks aren't anywhere close to being the playoff contender they hoped to be.

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‘My Body Hurts’: Christa Pike Describes Pain and Isolation After Botched Execution (Gift Article)

Convicted of a 1995 murder, Ms. Pike released her first statement since the failed attempt to execute her last month.

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Russia allowed to return to international hockey after CAS ruling (Gift Article)

The International Ice Hockey Federation had banned Russia from its competitions following its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

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Mystery of Fake U.S. Bonds Fuels Web Theories (Published 2009)
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Remember When Coding Felt Fun Last time? I Kind of Miss Losing 3 Hours to a Bug

(2027 Relatable) An honest look at what AI changed for software engineers, and where the job goes next

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‘I never thought you’d do it to me’: Inside Troy Aikman and Joe Buck’s ESPN unraveling (Gift Article)

The relationship between the longtime NFL TV partners is ruptured. How did it get to this point and where do things go from here?

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Xabi Alonso was wrong to downplay Carabao Cup exit. It was a trophy Chelsea should have aimed for (Gift Article)

He called the League Cup "the least important competition for us" - but the fans are yearning for fresh trophy success of any stripe

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Natalie Nakase’s Asian American roots help inspire her community on and off the court (Gift Article)

“She’s inspiring this next generation of women, of any ethnicity, to say, hey, why not?" Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said.

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FIFA to double Women’s World Cup prize money, but falls short of equal pay ambition (Gift Article)

In addition to increased prize money, each participating federation will receive $2.5 million in preparation funding.

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Cancer Takes Center Stage in the Competitive Race for Governor of Iowa (Gift Article)

High cancer rates have exposed a fault line in Iowa politics between public health and the interests of the powerful agriculture industry.

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