⚡ News Roundup: 165 Stories from 18 Outlets — Past 3h (as of 6:01 PM ET, Aug 7)

Self-Help Influencer Nicole LePera Faces Litigation — New York Times, 5:59 PM ET Millions look to Nicole LePera for advice on how to achieve contentment and maintain healthy relationships. But her own story is complicated.

Chiefs coach Andy Reid hints Patrick Mahomes may sit out entire Chiefs preseason after knee surgery — Yahoo Sports, 5:54 PM ET Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Friday that it is unlikely that quarterback Patrick Mahomes will play in their preseason opener against the Rams next week, and it's possible that the two-time MVP skips t…

What signing Eric Butler, waiving David Blay Jr. means for the Patriots — Yahoo Sports, 5:54 PM ET The Patriots made a pair of roster moves on Friday.

Charles S. Faddis, Ex-C.I.A. Officer Who Pushed Conspiracy Theories, Dies at 68 — New York Times, 5:51 PM ET After 20 years in the C.I.A., he emerged as an outspoken critic of the agency and as a leader of the election-denial movement in Pennsylvania.

Helicopter battling Utah wildfire crashes with no word on the 2 people aboard — PBS NewsHour, 5:49 PM ET The helicopter was one of seven working the fire in central Utah that was caused by lightning on July 27.

Spain to introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy — The Guardian, 5:44 PM ET Move comes in response to Rome imposing similar measures after mass migration rush to CeutaSpain has announced it will introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy in response to Rome imp…

Key Republican says he will vote for Todd Blanche to become attorney general after other senators defect – live — The Guardian, 5:43 PM ET Senator Bill Cassidy, who will not be returning to Congress after losing his Louisiana primary to a Trump-backed candidate, said he would support the AG nomineeMurkowski won’t support Blanche’s attor…

Self-Help Influencer Nicole LePera Faces Litigation — 5:59 PM ET Millions look to Nicole LePera for advice on how to achieve contentment and maintain healthy relationships. But her own story is complicated.

New Jersey Opens Civil Rights Investigation Into Delaney Hall — 5:38 PM ET The state attorney general said that her office had issued subpoenas and would investigate whether employees at the migrant detention center had violated civil rights.

Schumer, Despite Party Tensions, Forges Ahead in Fight for Senate — 5:37 PM ET In a phone call this week, the Democratic leader told the new Michigan Senate nominee who had opposed him to just win, working to foster unity ahead of a difficult race.

‘Black-Bear Pastrami’ Is No Longer on the Menu in This College’s Dorms — 5:30 PM ET After two Cornell University students skinned a black bear in a communal kitchen last year to make a meal, the school changed the rules.

AMA: Peter Thiel, Chris Rufo and the D.S.A. — 5:19 PM ET Ezra Klein answers listeners’ questions.

A Generation on Antidepressants Searches for the Exit — 5:14 PM ET Many people feel that antidepressants block their true emotions, but they don’t have guidance about how to get off these drugs.

Houthis Claim Attack on Yemeni Military Camp — 4:44 PM ET Recent escalating tensions between the Iran-backed group and the Yemeni government have prompted fears that a truce in place since 2022 is nearing collapse.

Trump Officials Deport Group of Mexicans Despite Torture Risk — 4:32 PM ET Immigration authorities used a rare authority to deport them, even though their removal was blocked over concerns they would be tortured if returned.

Justin Trudeau, Katy Perry and the Look of the Celebrity Statesman — 4:11 PM ET What the former prime minister’s boyfriend rebrand says about the intersection of politics and entertainment.

A Drying Danube River Reveals Nazi-Era Vessels, and Hazards of Heat — 4:02 PM ET The river’s water levels have fallen as extreme heat has afflicted Europe, exposing sunken German vessels from World War II that are impeding navigation.

Senate Passes Sanctions Bill Targeting Russia and Iran — 3:42 PM ET The legislation was championed by Senator Lindsey Graham, the South Carolina Republican whose sudden death last month helped spur quick action on it.

Appeals Court Upholds Block on Trump Ballroom Construction — 3:06 PM ET A federal appeals court panel backed a lower court’s ruling, and made it likely that the Supreme Court will decide the case. But the decision does not mean construction will halt immediately.

Hunter Biden tells BBC his pardon was 'not good' for America or his father's legacy — 5:32 PM ET In a wide-ranging BBC interview, the former president's son denied having any interest in running for office and spoke frankly on his father's declining health.

Hunter Biden tells BBC his pardon was 'not good' for America or his father's legacy — 5:32 PM ET In a wide-ranging BBC interview, the former president's son denied having any interest in running for office and spoke frankly on his father's declining health.

Watch: BBC asks Infantino if he will resign as Fifa president — 5:24 PM ET The head of the football governing body has faced multiple calls to quit after his aborted attempt to sell private stakes in the World Cup.

Watch: BBC asks Infantino if he will resign as Fifa president — 5:24 PM ET The head of the football governing body has faced multiple calls to quit after his aborted attempt to sell private stakes in the World Cup.

Thai PM vows to introduce stricter gun laws after eight killed in shooting — 5:19 PM ET Eight people were killed when a 14-year-old opened fire at his home and school before shooting himself dead.

Police failings revealed as sex offender left free to murder and attack women — 5:10 PM ET Simon Levy’s second murder victim, Sheryl Wilkins, could have been saved, senior Met officer admits.

What is birthright citizenship and how common is birth tourism in the US? — 5:09 PM ET The Trump administration is trying to restrict access to US citizenship for some people through attempts to end birth tourism and tighten other criteria.

Sophia Laforteza steps away from Katseye, the second member to depart this year — 5:05 PM ET The announcement came comes after fellow bandmate Manon Bannerman went on a hiatus from the ensemble.

Counter-terror police reopen attempted burglary probe as part of Widdecombe inquiry — 4:58 PM ET No arrests were made at the time and the investigation was closed.

Kidnapped rare Serbian eagle freed into wild after rescue — 4:40 PM ET Feliks the eagle was abducted as he first flew the nest in Serbia and wound up in the Middle East with poachers who demanded a ransom.

Spain to impose border controls against Italy as row over Ceuta migrant influx intensifies — 4:33 PM ET Italy introduced border controls following an influx of about 78,000 migrants from neighbouring Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta.

Serial sex offender guilty of murdering two women and raping third — 3:52 PM ET Simon Levy, from Tottenham, was left free to kill due to a string of police and court blunders.

Prediction markets take center stage in latest round of quarterly earnings reports — 5:38 PM ET Recent quarterly reports from DraftKings, Flutter Entertainment and others offer a view into prediction markets businesses and their performance.

Airlines like Delta and United are selling cheaper business-class tickets with fewer perks. Here's how your credit card can help — 5:16 PM ET These cheaper fares often lack amenities such as airport lounge access, but the right credit card can help you get them back.

Shares of this digital medical platform jumped more than 100% overnight. Here’s why — 4:33 PM ET The company is seeing huge profitability potential and a larger addressable market as a result of AI search.

S&P 500 rises to record close Friday and posts strongest week since April: Live updates — 4:30 PM ET The three major averages posted their best weekly performances since April.

Rockstar Energy founder builds Celsius stake, wants to take over as CEO — 4:23 PM ET Rockstar Energy founder Russ Savage told CNBC he now controls 12 million shares of Celsius Holdings, amounting to roughly 4.7% of the energy drink company.

‘SaaSpocalypse’ debate intensifies as software stocks swing wildly — 4:22 PM ET This week saw massive moves in both directions for software stocks, as investors try to figure out which names are best insulated from artificial intelligence.

BlackRock is finding solid tax-free yields in this corner of the bond market — 4:13 PM ET The municipal bond market has attractive opportunities, and it pays to be particular.

The stakes for next week's inflation data just got higher. Here's what's ahead — 4:07 PM ET Friday's jobs report for July complicated the monetary policy outlook.

Russia sanctions bill honoring Lindsey Graham breezes through Senate, heads to House — 3:21 PM ET A measure to impose new sanctions on Russian oil purchasers easily cleared the Senate and heads to the House.

U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July — 3:14 PM ET Nonfarm payrolls were projected to increase by 83,000 in July while the unemployment rate would hold steady at 4.2%, according to the Dow Jones consensus.

Spain to introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy — 5:44 PM ET Move comes in response to Rome imposing similar measures after mass migration rush to CeutaSpain has announced it will introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy in response to Rome imp…

Key Republican says he will vote for Todd Blanche to become attorney general after other senators defect – live — 5:43 PM ET Senator Bill Cassidy, who will not be returning to Congress after losing his Louisiana primary to a Trump-backed candidate, said he would support the AG nomineeMurkowski won’t support Blanche’s attor…

Idaho police release video of In-N-Out Burger mass shooting that killed three — 5:41 PM ET Officials praise unarmed employee from nearby store for engaging 24-year-old gunman who later killed himself Police released video on Friday of a mass shooting that killed three people at an Idaho In…

Prosecutor fired over blogposts critical of Trump sues US justice department — 5:24 PM ET Will Rosenzweig’s defunct blog was publicized online by conservative pundit who tagged senior DoJ officialsA federal prosecutor fired last year over critical comments he had written as a private citi…

US police officer accused of killing three people in Mexico arrested at border — 4:49 PM ET Chad Eberle of Texas charged over deadly shooting in Saltillo that officials say stemmed from custody disputeA Texas police officer has been arrested in Mexico after authorities there accused him of…

US Senate passes Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham — 4:22 PM ET Late senator spent final days of his life working to advance bill that will now head to the House after 86-11 Senate voteBy a large, bipartisan margin, the US Senate on Friday approved a bill intende…

At least one person dead in California wildfire allegedly sparked by chainsaw — 3:25 PM ET Police arrested Herbert Wayne Smith, 65, in connection with the Gann fire, which has burned more than 15 sq miles in Calaveras countyAt least one person has died in a wildfire burning in the foothill…

Thetford residents remain on edge after days of ‘mob rule’ over asylum plans — 3:04 PM ET People voice frustration with officials’ failure to engage with community over placement of asylum seekers in areaA smashed window pane and some broken eggshells on a footpath were some of the tell-t…

US appeals court halts White House ballroom construction — 5:18 PM ET A federal appeals court has ordered President Donald Trump’s administration to halt construction on a ballroom project.

South Koreans beat the heat with ‘silent disco’ pool party — 5:12 PM ET South Koreans in Seoul cooled off with a silent disco pool party during a record-breaking heat wave.

Lebanon points to ‘positive progress’ on borders, prisoners in Israel talks — 5:02 PM ET New Israeli attacks reported in southern Lebanon as Beirut offers optimism after the seventh round of discussions.

Ebola cases top 4,000 in DRC as WHO urges Ervebo vaccine trial — 4:41 PM ET The Bundibugyo epidemic, ​the world's second-largest, has been described as the ⁠fastest-spreading on record.

Can diplomacy end the conflict in Libya? — 4:39 PM ET The country has been divided since 2014, with rival governments in the east and west.

US appeals court upholds injunction pausing Trump’s White House ballroom — 4:27 PM ET The two-judge majority underscored that the president needed congressional authority to move forward with his plans.

Contaminated water putting Gaza families at risk — 3:47 PM ET Gaza’s damaged water infrastructure is leaving families struggling to access safe drinking water.

DR Congo releases 15 prisoners to M23 rebels as part of Doha peace process — 3:21 PM ET ICRC facilitates first known transfer of detainees between Congolese government and M23 rebels in North Kivu.

Helicopter battling Utah wildfire crashes with no word on the 2 people aboard — 5:49 PM ET The helicopter was one of seven working the fire in central Utah that was caused by lightning on July 27.

Police release video showing gunman shooting victims at Idaho In-N-Out Burger drive-thru — 5:29 PM ET The video revealed more details of the chaotic scene last weekend. The gunman walked up to the drive-thru window four times and opened fire, killing an In-N-Out employee, police said.

WATCH LIVE: Senate passes Graham's Russia sanctions bill, confirms dozens of nominees — 5:13 PM ET The Senate passed a sweeping Russia sanctions bill negotiated by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on Friday.

Live Results: Hawaii midterm primaries — 5:08 PM ET An ongoing corruption scandal involving Hawaii's lieutenant governor looms over Saturday's state primary as nine candidates jockey to replace her.

Senate confirms Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA and clears 73 other Trump nominees — 4:47 PM ET Hamilton was among a group of 74 nominations approved by the Senate, including President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Transportation Security Administration, David Cummins, and his choice for amba…

Trump administration proceeds with efforts to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook — 3:45 PM ET The Trump administration is moving ahead with its efforts to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, two months after the Supreme Court allowed her to retain her job while she fights the president's…

After Rippling blew millions on AI in months, it built an employee ROI tool — 5:30 PM ET After its own AI usage wake-up call, Rippling this week unveiled AI Spend Console, a product that tracks individual and team employee AI spending.

Wacom’s Movinkpad 11 is a fun and mid-priced entry point for digital artists — 5:20 PM ET The Movinkpad 11 a versatile little graphics tablet that can help make your wildest digital art dreams come true.

Security researchers scanned the Polish web and found courts, hospitals, and airports at risk of hacks — 5:00 PM ET Researchers found common points of failure, like software used to organize and display web content, could have allowed hackers to run riot through government websites.

Flesh-eating screwworms feast on humans in Mexico; human cases top 500 — 5:09 PM ET Six deaths reported among screwworm cases, one directly attributed to the flies.

Judge rules Meta caused "public nuisance" and must fund mental health treatment — 3:49 PM ET New Mexico judge orders $567M fund to help address youth mental health crisis.

Trump’s Déjà-Vu Moment on Birthright Citizenship — 4:22 PM ET The president’s latest attempt to limit who is an American by birth is plagued by weak legal arguments and nonsensical claims.

The Genre That’s a Shortcut to Wisdom — 3:20 PM ET As a busy adult, I approach foundational, complicated ideas with the help of the intellectual biography.

Spokesman for Chuck Edwards blasts Ethics panel, report: 'Not driven by due process' — 5:36 PM ET Rep. Chuck Edwards's (R-N.C.) spokesman Paul Shumaker slammed the House Ethics Committee panel that cited him for inappropriate behavior following Edwards dropping his reelection bid for North Caroli…

Judge rejects SPLC bid to dismiss case as 'vindictive' prosecution — 5:16 PM ET A federal judge in Alabama denied the Southern Poverty Law Center’s (SPLC) bid to dismiss a case brought by the Trump administration on the grounds it amounted to a vindictive prosecution, finding th…

Murkowski, Merkley demand answers on Trump's Smithsonian disclaimers — 5:12 PM ET A bipartisan pair of lawmakers are requesting more information from the Trump administration about its plans to install disclaimers outside of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. G…

Hillary Clinton calls for unity within Democratic Party: ‘It can’t be a one-way street’ — 5:03 PM ET Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton urged Democrats on Friday to unify under the party's candidates, highlighting the growing division between establishment and progressive members amid the cur…

Trump announces deals and investments to bolster mining — 4:33 PM ET President Trump on Friday announced a slate of deals and investments that aim to bolster mining, something the administration has said will boost the economy and secure supply chains. Trump said duri…

Ex-Trump aide: Vance is 'negative rizz' — 4:21 PM ET Former deputy press secretary Sarah Matthews said Vice President Vance does not have the charisma that President Trump has following an incident where Vance fat-shamed a conservative pundit. Matthews…

Live updates: Senate searches for path to finish to-do list; Cassidy will back Blanche's nomination — 4:19 PM ET The Senate is searching for a path to wrap up its to-do list and leave for a month-long recess, but a bipartisan bill to set rules for compensating and recruiting college athletes is holding up a bro…

College sports bill holding up Senate’s path to August recess — 4:08 PM ET Senate Republicans say getting consent to move forward on the Protect College Sports Act, a bipartisan bill to set rules for compensating and recruiting college athletes, is holding up a broader deal…

Vance on joke about columnist's weight: 'I feel pretty good about that' — 3:47 PM ET Vice President Vance defended his jab about Washington Post columnist and Fox News contributor Marc Thiessen’s weight after the price of a $20 burrito sparked a GOP debate over affordability. In an i…

Agriculture groups call on Senate to pass reconciliation in White House push — 3:32 PM ET The White House is amplifying calls from agricultural associations for the Senate to pass a $95 billion framework for a third budget reconciliation package, which includes a tranche of farm aid along…

Why a prosecution of Anthony Fauci could face challenges in court — 5:36 PM ET The Justice Department faces numerous pressures and challenges as it decides whether to prosecute Anthony Fauci following a Senate committee's contempt referral.

Trump says he’ll bring ballroom fight to Supreme Court after lower court halts work — 4:22 PM ET An appeals court ruled earlier Friday that construction must stop until Congress authorizes the project. The ballroom is among the president’s top priorities for this term.

Cassidy backs Blanche for attorney general, appearing to clear way for confirmation — 4:19 PM ET The Senate could hold the final vote on President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Justice Department as soon as Friday.

Trump won’t let the Supreme Court have the last word — 3:47 PM ET The president moved this week to counter legal defeats on ending birthright citizenship and firing a Fed governor, while seeking the justices’ help with his ballroom.

Chiefs coach Andy Reid hints Patrick Mahomes may sit out entire Chiefs preseason after knee surgery — 5:54 PM ET Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Friday that it is unlikely that quarterback Patrick Mahomes will play in their preseason opener against the Rams next week, and it's possible that the two-time MVP skips t…

What signing Eric Butler, waiving David Blay Jr. means for the Patriots — 5:54 PM ET The Patriots made a pair of roster moves on Friday.

Villanova makes Duke Brennan’s top five — 5:52 PM ET Needless to say this would be a pleasant surprise

Warrior Games set to return to Walt Disney World in August 2027 — 5:50 PM ET Walt Disney World Resort will host the 2027 Warrior Games, an adaptive sports competition for service members and veterans.

Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball heads to US auction — 5:50 PM ET The soccer ball that Diego Maradona used to score his notorious "Hand of God" goal during Argentina's win over England in the 1986 World Cup is expected to sell for $10 million at a US auction this m…

HS FOOTBALL: Tarboro vs D.H. Conley scrimmage — 5:50 PM ET PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — DH Conley and Tarboro got their scrimmage slate started this morning with their annual morning meeting at the Hollywood Crossroads. Click the video above for more.

Cleveland Browns Training Camp Recap: Day 9 – No closer to a QB decision — 5:49 PM ET What happened on Day 9 of Cleveland Browns training camp?

How WNBA Teams Are Responding to the League’s Latest Culture War — 5:46 PM ET The league issued a new media policy this year.

Girls looking for another win against Blau-Weiß Linz — 5:46 PM ET At home again!A wonderful free-kick for a 1-0 lead, a last-minute set-piece goal to seal the victory – with these ingredients, our FC Red Bull Salzburg Women celebrated a successful start to their A.…

Broncos cut injured cornerback to make room for new wide receiver — 5:45 PM ET The Broncos waived cornerback Jaden Robinson with an injury designation on Friday.

Raiders training camp showing encouraging signs of a player-led defense — 5:45 PM ET Defensive coordinator Rob Leonard wants his Las Vegas defenders to take ownership and make decisions on the fly

Burnham says it is ‘insane’ World Cup has not been hosted in UK since 1966 — 5:44 PM ET ‘It makes you wonder whether the authorities at the European and global level have something against us,’ Burnham said

Game Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (72-43) vs. Minnesota Twins (57-59) — 5:44 PM ET Brewers open series with Twins as Bauers returns to lineup

What WNBA rulebook actually says about Enes Kanter Freedom, other men playing in women's basketball league — 5:44 PM ET Here's what to know about the WNBA eligibility of Enes Kanter Freedom and other men as the league faces pushback on its public support for transgender athlete inclusion in women's sports.

Present Donald Trump presses Senate to delay recess, pass Protect College Sports Act — 5:43 PM ET With Congressional recess looming, President Donald Trump is pressuring the U.S. Senate to remain in session and pass the Protect College Sports Act.

Spieth and Malnati survive Wyndham cut drama but its MC Hammer for these notables — 5:43 PM ET Jordan Spieth and Peter Malnati survived the Wyndham Championship cut, while Jason Day saw his playoff streak end.

Los Angeles Angels Announce Mike Trout News Before Marlins Series — 5:42 PM ET The Los Angeles Angels are coming off a 4-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on Thursday night, snapping a stretch in which they had lost seven of their previous eight games.Ahead of Friday’s series op…

FIFA chief Infantino gets backing of South American football — 5:42 PM ET FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Friday received support from several leading South American football figures as he visited Colombia amidst the crisis engulfing world football's governing body.Foll…

Seattle Seahawks’ ‘Elite Run Defender’ Lands No. 1 NFL Ranking — 5:42 PM ET The Seattle Seahawks built a championship defense around versatility in 2025, and one of its most movable pieces is now getting the NFL’s top billing at his position.Pro Football Focus ranked Devon W…

What channel is Packers Family Night on? TV, streaming, how to watch — 5:41 PM ET Here's where to watch Packers Family Night tonight on TV and streaming.

Favorites emerging for four-star QB Hunter Fujikawa but game day visits could be tough — 5:40 PM ET Mililani (Hawaii) junior quarterback Hunter Fujikawa is among the top quarterbacks out West in the ’28 class but a tight game schedule will make it tough for any game day visits this fall.

$52 Million Buccaneers LB Signs With Hated NFC Rival — 5:40 PM ET Tampa Bay Buccaneers veteran linebacker Deion Jones has signed a free-agent contract with the NFC South rival New Orleans Saints. The post $52 Million Buccaneers LB Signs With Hated NFC Rival appeare…

What channel are the Phillies on tonight? What channel are the Blue Jays on? — 5:40 PM ET The Philadelphia Phillies face the Toronto Blue Jays tonight. Here's how to watch.

Archenemies listed for ASU, Arizona football teams. Do you agree? — 5:40 PM ET Ahead of the 2026 college football season, ESPN writers listed the archenemies for every power conference team. See who made it for ASU and Arizona.

Mets at Pirates: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 8/7/26 — 5:40 PM ET The Mets look to keep rolling on this road trip as they open a weekend series in Pittsburgh.

New York Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Zac Thornton vs. Carmen Mlodzinski — 5:40 PM ET The Pirates are at PNC Park looking to grab a win today.

Brandon Clarke's death attributed to lethal combination of heroin and cocaine — 5:39 PM ET Brandon Clarke's death attributed to lethal combination of heroin and cocaine

Clarke died inside of a San Fernando Valley home on … — 5:39 PM ET Clarke died inside of a San Fernando Valley home on …

#Spurs and second-year guard Taelon Peter have agreed … — 5:39 PM ET #Spurs and second-year guard Taelon Peter have agreed …

Bengals Rookie Receives Blunt Take After Training Camp Showing — 5:39 PM ET For the first time since 1989, the Cincinnati Bengals did not have a first-round pick in the NFL Draft.That occurred due to Cincinnati trading away the 10th overall pick, which would have been their…

Former NBA guard Monta Ellis, a 'proud Mississippi son,' is named Alcorn State's general manager — 5:39 PM ET Alcorn State on Friday announced it has hired former longtime NBA guard Monta Ellis as general manager of the men's basketball program. Ellis is a native of Jackson, Mississippi, and Alcorn State's m…

Liverpool Signs FC Barcelona Defender Ronald Araujo In Shock Transfer — 5:39 PM ET Liverpool has signed FC Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo according to a number of leading transfer market experts.

Detroit Red Wings GM Job Linked to Current Detroit Tigers GM — 5:39 PM ET The Detroit Red Wings are still looking for their next general manager and could potentially hire the Detroit Tigers’ general manager.The Red Wings and former general manager Steve Yzerman concluded…

Leeds fight back to beat Wakefield in thriller — 5:38 PM ET Leeds Rhinos edge a thrilling top-of-the-table clash against Wakefield Trinity 24-22 to move four points clear in Super League.

Leigh beat York despite Bennison hat-trick — 5:38 PM ET Leigh score four tries to beat York and boost their Super League play-off hopes despite Joe Bennison’s hat-trick for the Knights.

Red Sox Reliever Claimed by Angels on Waivers After DFA — 5:38 PM ET The Boston Red Sox designated right-hander Ryan Watson for assignment on August 4. The former Rule 5 pick will head to a new team, as the Los Angeles Angels have claimed Watson off waivers just three…

Look back on an intensive evening against Pafos — 5:38 PM ET Five takeaways from our UEFA Europa League qualifying clashAfter sleeping on it, the joy over yesterday's win against Pafos FC remains immense! It was a success that brought us a significant step clo…

All done deals in August 2026 — 5:37 PM ET Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.

Cowboys’ 41-Touchdown Weapon Reveals Plan for Fix 2025 Issue — 5:37 PM ET The Dallas Cowboys, for years, have leaned on wide receiver CeeDee Lamb to be their top guy until last season.While Lamb has posted five straight seasons of 1,000 yards, there is still a lingering pr…

Reds, Blues and Glens win in Women's Premiership — 5:36 PM ET Cliftonville were the 8-0 victors over Larne 8-0 at the Larne Academy of Sport to remain at the top of the Women's Premiership table.

Triple Crown Changes Expose Divisions In Horse Racing — 5:36 PM ET Horse racing’s Triple Crown is changing as Maryland moves the Preakness and major racing organizations pursue competing strategies for the sport’s future.

Giants exec Buster Posey returns fire with KNBR after producer's hot-mic moment — 5:35 PM ET Buster Posey didn’t forget.

Memphis Grizzlies' Brandon Clarke died from 'effects of heroin and cocaine' — 5:35 PM ET Months after his death in Los Angeles, the medical examiner released a statement about Brandon Clarke's cause of death.

'I love being here': Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs talks contract extension — 5:35 PM ET Jahmyr Gibbs shared his first comments since inking his record-setting contract extension and talked future goals.

Mike Macdonald reveals how Brian Fleury’s resume made him ideal Seahawks OC — 5:34 PM ET Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald pulled a stunner in hiring outside of his coaching staff for Brian Fleury.

MLB free-agent rankings: Tarik Skubal and the best of what's available in an underwhelming class — 5:33 PM ET New Dodger Tarik Skubal is a lock to exceed $100 million this winter, but he might be the only free agent to do so.

4 wide receivers worked out for Broncos (and one of them signed) — 5:33 PM ET The Broncos hosted four wide receivers for tryouts on Friday.

National Pickleball Day is this weekend. Here’s a look at why so many people love to play — 5:32 PM ET Celebrate the country's fastest growing sport and activity this weekend with National Pickleball Day.

Free MLB picks, predictions for Friday, Aug. 7: Yankees, Red Sox among expert's best bets — 5:31 PM ET SportsLine expert Adam Thompson gives out his best MLB bets for Friday's games

David Forst out as A's general manager: Five questions facing the next GM with move to Las Vegas looming — 5:26 PM ET Forst, who had been with the A's since 2000, was the team's GM since 2015

Colts' Cam Taylor-Britt suspended by NFL for violating personal conduct policy — 4:44 PM ET Taylor-Britt served a five-day jail sentence earlier this year

Fantasy football rankings 2026: Busts by model that nailed Terry McLaurin's down season — 4:17 PM ET SportsLine simulated the new NFL season 10,000 times and identified Fantasy football busts 2026 to fade during your Fantasy football draft prep

Mets vs. Pirates prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for Friday, Aug. 7 by proven model — 4:00 PM ET SportsLine's model simulated New York Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Friday's matchup

Late setbacks cast doubt on Protect College Sports Act as deadline looms — 3:51 PM ET After some late setbacks, the Protect College Sports Act faces long odds as time ticks down before the August Congressional recess

Highest-paid players at every NFL position: Jahmyr Gibbs joins top earners with historic RB contract — 3:48 PM ET A look at the markets by position for 2026

HQ PM Newsletter 8/7/2026 — 3:34 PM ET What to watch Friday: Red Sox look for ninth win in a row + more best bets

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Red Sox look for ninth straight win, Braves vs. Yankees and more — 3:30 PM ET Find best bets and props for the biggest games in sports on Friday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts

Duke basketball announces loaded 2026-27 non-conference schedule: Here are 5 games with blockbuster potential — 3:15 PM ET Duke, No. 2 in the preseason Top 25 And 1, faces the No. 1 Gators, No. 3 Huskies and No. 4 Illini this season

Zuffa Boxing 10 -- Aaron McKenna vs. Etinosa Oliha: Start time, fight card, predictions for event in Ireland — 3:04 PM ET A pair of top middleweights will battle it out in Dublin on Saturday night

Partick Thistle beat Livingston in Scottish Championship — 5:25 PM ET An early Robbie Crawford back-heel and a Cammy MacPherson own goal give Partick Thistle victory over Livingston as two of the promotion favourites meet in the Scottish Championship at Firhill.

Leeds fight back to beat Wakefield in thriller — 5:14 PM ET Leeds Rhinos edge a thrilling top-of-the-table clash against Wakefield Trinity 24-22 to move four points clear in Super League.

Man City explore Fernandez move - Saturday's gossip — 5:07 PM ET Manchester City explore Enzo Fernandez move, Arsenal could battle Manchester United for Pio Esposito and Liverpool yet to agree Bradley Barcola fee, plus more.

Sunrisers claim second spot and eliminate Phoenix — 5:02 PM ET Sunrisers Leeds move up to second in The Hundred and eliminate Birmingham Phoenix with a 45-run win at Edgbaston.

Sunrisers in qualification contention after comfortable win over eliminated Phoenix — 5:00 PM ET Sunrisers Leeds earn a vital win in the race for qualification by demolishing Birmingham Phoenix, who are subsequently eliminated from The Hundred after a fifth loss in six games.

Will Lankshear starts off in style to see Middlesborough past Wrexham — 5:20 PM ET £10m signing from Spurs scores fine volley on debut for new clubBoro go one better than last year and advance to second roundWill Lankshear’s debut strike ensured Middlesbrough made a winning start t…

Leeds extend lead at top of Super League after thrilling late win at Wakefield — 5:12 PM ET Wakefield 22-24 LeedsHankinson’s try seals victory after 16-point deficitLeeds Rhinos produced a magnificent and dramatic comeback in one of the games of the Super League season so far to open up a f…

I started pickleball in my 50s. Here are my beginner tips – and the best gear – to get on the court — 3:39 PM ET We asked the experts for their picks for the best pickleball paddles, balls, running shoes and more to improve your game as a beginner Will these $23 socks last my entire life? I took 150,000 steps t…

Olivia Rodrigo Debuts ‘Pretty Sad’ Songs at Sweltering Brooklyn Surprise Show: Concert Review — 5:28 PM ET The announcement dropped on a pulverizingly humid Thursday afternoon in New York City: just a few hours later, an Olivia Rodrigo surprise gig would take place at Brooklyn’s intimate, 1,100-capacity v…

Dwayne Johnson Defends ‘Moana’ After Bad Reviews: ‘Just the Way It Goes’ — 5:10 PM ET Dwayne Johnson has come to terms with the tepid critical reception to his latest movie, the live-action “Moana” remake. The muscled thespian spoke with People about his reaction to the film, which dr…

‘I Is Another’ Review: An Impeccable Claes Bang Plays Felix Kersten, Massage Therapist to Heinrich Himmler and Would-Be Nobel Laureate — 5:03 PM ET A handsomely upholstered psychological thriller with more than a little contemporary resonance, the period drama “I Is Another” should spark heated debate about what constitutes a historical fact as…

Béla Tarr’s Legacy to Be Celebrated at Sarajevo Film Festival — 4:07 PM ET The Sarajevo Film Festival has launched a new program dedicated to the legacy of Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr, who died this year. The Béla Tarr in Sarajevo Tribute program will focus on the work of…

Variety Toasts Young Hollywood’s Hottest at Cover Bash With Tate McRae, Sombr, Tyriq Withers and Malachi Barton — 3:34 PM ET Los Angeles, sweltering thanks to an unusual August humidity, got even hotter on Wednesday as Variety toasted the best and brightest young talent in show business. Variety Power of Young Hollywood, p…

The Best Hilton Hotels in Hawaii: From a 22-Acre Waikiki Resort to Charming, Boutique Abodes — 3:30 PM ET Few destinations deliver on the promise of a true escape quite like Hawaii. For Los Angeles travelers in particular, the islands have long served as an easy change of scenery — close enough for a rel…

‘Baywatch’ Honors Hero 16-Year-Old Lifeguard Ryder Williams During Set Visit (EXCLUSIVE) — 3:30 PM ET Before the “Baywatch” producers wrapped filming the revival’s first season, they brought a special guest to the set this week: Real-life rookie lifeguard Ryder Williams, the 16-year-old who made head…

Flo Anthony, Pioneering Page Six Entertainment Journalist, Dies at 74 — 3:28 PM ET Flo Anthony, an entertainment journalist known for being the first Black woman to work for the New York Post’s entertainment and Page Six departments, died Thursday after a battle with cancer. She wa…

A Man Is Trapped Inside a Netflix Billboard Above Sunset Boulevard — 5:09 PM ET A marketing stunt for 'The Last House' has a performer trapped above Sunset Boulevard across three days.

Virginie Efira’s Love for Cinema and Locarno Has No Limits — Even If Her Mic Does — 5:02 PM ET The Belgian-born actress, who pulled double duty in the Cannes competition program this year with 'All of a Sudden' and 'Parallel Tales,' received the Leopard Club Award at the Swiss festival.

Kirill Sokolov, Director of ‘They Will Kill You,’ Tackling Sci-Fi Action Movie ‘Blur’ for Netflix (Exclusive) — 4:49 PM ET Shawn Levy's 21 Laps will produce the feature.

Mason Gooding, Emily Rudd to Star in ‘Crawl’ Sequel for Paramount (Exclusive) — 4:49 PM ET Alexandre Aja, who directed the initial 2019 horror thriller, is back in the director's chair for the follow-up.

Why Disney’s Next Big Consumer Product Bet Is Trading Cards — 4:34 PM ET From collectible card sets by Topps to card games by Hasbro and Ravensburger, the entertainment giant has found a growth business in a mature consumer products world.

‘I Is Another’ Review: Claes Bang Plays Himmler’s Masseur in Weighty Meditation on a WWII Footnote — 4:00 PM ET Also starring Valerie Pachner, this German drama from Felix Randau somehow adds up to more than the sum of its parts, becoming weirdly relevant in our post-truth world.

Top Creators’ Secret Weapon? Indian Video Editors — 3:46 PM ET Popular social media influencers are increasingly looking overseas to turn their raw videos into addictive content, and not because it's cheaper.

Kristen Stewart Applauds Reopening of Cinerama Dome: “Hope They Don’t F*** It Up!” — 3:33 PM ET The star purchased her own historic L.A. theater, the Highland Theatre, earlier this year.

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