Tesla Cybertruck crash raises concerns over self-driving reliability
RENO, Nevada: A Tesla Cybertruck crashed in Reno, Nevada, while using the Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature. The truck failed to merge...
New York confirms first case of new mpox strain
NEW YORK CITY, New York: The New York State Department of Health has confirmed its first case of a new mpox strain, increasing concerns...
LeBron James pours in 40 as Lakers down Blazers
(Photo credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images) LeBron James scored 40 points for the second time since turning 40 and also grabbed eight...
New parts fitting in nicely for Warriors, Kings
(Photo credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images) Two familiar rivals who have yet to experience the other's new look will go head-to-head...
Former Pirates P Scott Sauerbeck dies
(Photo credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images) Former Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Scott Sauerbeck died, the team announced on...
Rockies sign LHP Scott Alexander to 1-year deal
(Photo credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images) The Colorado Rockies signed left-hander Scott Alexander to a one-year deal on Wednesday....
Commanders hire John Madden's grandson as offensive assistant
(Photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images) Jesse Madden was named offensive quality control coach of the Washington Commanders,...
Mets RHP Frankie Montas (lat strain) shut down for 6-8 weeks
(Photo credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images) Right-hander Frankie Montas, one of the New York Mets' new starting pitchers, will miss...
A's reward manager Mark Kotsay with extension through 2028
(Photo credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images) The Athletics signed manager Mark Kotsay to a contract extension through the 2028 season...
(SP)U.S.-SAN FRANCISCO-NBA-ALL STAR
(250217) -- SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 17, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chuck's Global Stars' Victor Wembanyama of San Antonio Spurs shoots during the...
Jayson Tatum, Stephen Curry lead Team Shaq's All-Star clincher
(Photo credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images) Jayson Tatum scored 15 points and Stephen Curry added 12 on four 3-pointers as Team Shaq...
Clerk strike shuts down East Bay courthouses
OAKLAND, Calif. (CN) - No justice, no peace was the slogan of the day Wednesday morning for hundreds of protestors who usually run...
A look at the NFL Draft history of the No. 6 overall pick
Levi Edwards There's been a lot of good fortune historically associated with the No. 6 pick in the NFL Draft. Since 1936, 45 players...
Bears add to coaching staff
Chicago BearsThe Bears on Thursday announced the club has added to head coach Ben Johnson's inaugural coaching staff.We are excited...
Lions announce 2025 coaching staff
Allen Park, Mich.The Detroit Lions announced today the team's 2025 coaching staff. 2025 DETROIT LIONS COACHING STAFF Dan CampbellHead...
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