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Conway’s half century lifts New Zealand to 112-2 on Day 2 of 2nd test against West Indies
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Devon Conway reached a half century in a 67-run partnership with Kane Williamson which carried New Zealand to 112-2 at lunch Thursday on the second day of the second test against West Indies. Kemar Roach made an early breakthrough, dismissing Tom Latham (11) in the fifth over of the day ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bo Nix unfazed by underdog status as Broncos, winners of 10 straight, prepare for Packers showdown
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Bo Nix doesn’t view being a home underdog against Green Bay this weekend as any sign of disrespect. He doesn’t really read anything into it at all, even if the Denver Broncos have won 10 straight games and currently own the AFC’s No. 1 seed. “My mom thinks we’ll win,” the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lamar Jackson misses practice again. The Baltimore QB hasn’t had a full week since early November
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Lamar Jackson missed practice again for the Ravens on Wednesday, with Baltimore facing another massive divisional game this weekend at Cincinnati. The Ravens this time listed it as a rest day for Jackson, who missed three games with a hamstring injury earlier this season and hasn’t been all that healthy ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Backed by his players, Xabi Alonso sees Real Madrid getting through its tough moment
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
MADRID (AP) — Xabi Alonso thanked his players for their attitude after another defeat and said he was positive Real Madrid would overcome its slump soon. Madrid lost 2-1 to Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday, remaining with only two wins in its last eight matches in all competitions. “The players gave it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Michigan fires football coach Sherrone Moore, cites ‘inappropriate relationship’ with staff member
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan fired football coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday after finding evidence of an “inappropriate relationship with a staff member,” a stunning end to his short, up-and-down tenure that saw the Wolverines take a step back on the field after winning the national championship and getting punished by the NCAA. “This ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NCAA: Former San Francisco player gave betting info to friend
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The NCAA said that a former University of San Francisco basketball player gave information about his statistics in upcoming games to a player at another school who was betting on his performances. The NCAA said Wednesday it had reached a negotiated settlement in the case with Marcus Williams based on information the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!16-year-old defender Marli Salmon makes his Champions League debut for Arsenal
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
Marli Salmon became the sixth youngest player to feature in the Champions League when brought on as a late substitute in Arsenal’s 3-0 win at Club Brugge on Wednesday. Salmon is 16 years, 103 days and came on for Ben White at Jan Breydelstadion, with manager Mikel Arteta saying: “We knew that at some point ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bengals hope to get Shemar Stewart back this week. Tee Higgins in concussion protocol
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals are hoping to get one important player back on the field this week while keeping another from exiting the lineup. Rookie defensive end Shemar Stewart practiced Wednesday for the first time since suffering a knee injury Nov. 2 against Chicago, and there is optimism the team will activate him ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Billy Napier tasks himself with continuing to make history as James Madison’s coach
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
HARRISONBURG, Va. (AP) — Billy Napier will be watching 12th-seeded James Madison’s College Football Playoff game against fifth-seeded Oregon with an eye toward the future. The former Florida coach was introduced Wednesday as the successor to Bob Chesney, who will leave James Madison for UCLA following the Dukes’ playoff run. “This place continues to make ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NFL is seeking a practice squad of officials, wants to base postseason assignments on performance
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
The NFL is seeking to create a practice squad of officials and wants postseason assignments to be based on performance rather than seniority. Those are among the key points league executive Troy Vincent emphasized to owners in a virtual meeting on Wednesday. The league and the NFL Referees Association have been negotiating a new collective ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jeers as Real Madrid loses 2-1 to Man City and pressure grows on Alonso. Arsenal wins, PSG draws
By Canadian Press on December 10th, 2025
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The pressure was already on Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso and a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday raised further questions about his future. Arsenal remains perfect in this season’s competition and three points clear at the top of the standings after a 3-0 win against ... Read More »
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