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Seattle light rail broke records for World Cup. How many riders paid?

Seattle's light rail system set new records for the World Cup. This happened on June 19th. On that day, many people used the train to travel. The data shows a very high number of paying riders.

Jul 11, 00:09upd. 22d
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How the Cubs' James Triantos is blocking out the impending trade deadline

James Triantos, a Cubs player, says he is not thinking about the upcoming trade deadline. He wants to stay focused on his performance on the field. The Cubs need starting pitchers and bullpen help before the Aug. 3 deadline. Trade rumors spread quickly when players are scratched from starts.

Aug 2, 00:22upd. 1m
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Stephen Curry's deal with a Chinese company puts profit over conscience

Basketball star Stephen Curry has agreed to promote a Chinese company. The company is linked to reports of human rights abuses in Xinjiang. Critics say Curry is choosing money over his moral responsibility. The deal has sparked debate about athletes and ethics.

Aug 1, 17:00upd. 1m
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Mariners’ Randy Arozarena has ‘emotional’ return to Tropicana Field

Randy Arozarena is back at Tropicana Field. He was traded to the Seattle Mariners more than two years ago. The player said his return would be 'emotional.' This feeling means he feels strong emotions about coming home.

Jul 10, 23:51upd. 22d
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Emmanuel Macron cheers Les Bleus. So does Jordan Bardella.

French President Emmanuel Macron cheered for the French soccer team, Les Bleus. They won their game against Morocco in the World Cup quarterfinals. Many other politicians also praised the win. This happened before France plays again on July 19th.

Jul 9, 15:48upd. 22d
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Alexander Rossi reacts to his first laps in the next generation of IndyCar

Alexander Rossi drove the new IndyCar IR-28 chassis for the first time at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. He completed laps on the track's road course layout during a two‑day test session. Rossi said the car felt good but still needs work before the 2028 season. The test gave teams an early look at the upcoming technology.

Aug 1, 23:55upd. 1m
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Noah Schultz delivers big bounce-back game, but Rays stymie White Sox' bats

Noah Schultz pitched five innings for the Chicago White Sox, allowing only one run. He bounced back after two poor starts following the All-Star break. The White Sox lost the game 1-0 to the Tampa Bay Rays. Manager Will Venable praised Schultz's sinker, cutter, and control.

Aug 1, 23:51upd. 1m
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Bulls' Caleb Wilson will have a say in the race for Rookie of the Year

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Aug 1, 23:41upd. 1m
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Unlimited hydroplane fans get first look at new race format at Seafair

Unlimited hydroplane fans saw a preview of a new race format at Seafair. The format removes the prerace jockeying for the inside lanes. Officials now assign each driver a specific lane to race in.

Aug 1, 23:36upd. 1m
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WATCH: Tony Romo on leave after DUI arrest video

Tony Romo, a former NFL quarterback and CBS Sports analyst, was arrested in Wisconsin for suspected drunk driving. CBS Sports announced on Friday that Romo is on leave until further notice. To replace him as lead analyst, CBS will bring in former NFL player J.J. Watt to work with Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson. The arrest took place on July 23, and Romo is 46 years old.

Aug 1, 01:07upd. 3h
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Mariners walk off Twins for much-needed win

The Seattle Mariners beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 in a walk-off victory. The winning run scored in the bottom of the ninth inning. It was a much-needed win for Seattle after a rough stretch. The walk-off hit drove in the decisive run.

Aug 1, 23:26upd. 1m
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WNBA's Brittney Griner files for divorce years after Russian imprisonment

Brittney Griner, a WNBA star, has filed for divorce from her wife Cherelle. The couple married in 2018 and have a two‑year‑old son. Griner was detained in Russia in 2022 and released later that year.

Aug 1, 15:30upd. 1m
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Why the Olympics won’t have a Balogate

President Donald Trump asked FIFA's leader to look at a red card for Folarin Balogun. This made politics in world sports visible again. It shows how much the US government cares about big sports events. The Olympics are coming to Los Angeles soon.

Jul 10, 15:15upd. 22d
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Michael Arroyo, Lazaro Montes stay hot in Tacoma | Mariners extra

Michael Arroyo and Lazaro Montes are playing well for the Tacoma Rainiers, the Mariners' Triple-A team. Arroyo has gotten at least two hits in nine of his first 18 games. Montes has hit seven doubles and two home runs in the same period. Their strong play has drawn attention from Mariners fans and scouts.

Aug 1, 23:01upd. 1m
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Anti-discrimination reports sent to FIFA over Mexico games

A group that watches for unfair treatment at World Cup games sent reports to FIFA. These reports are about matches involving Mexico. The head of the group did not say exactly what happened in these reports. This could cause problems for the Mexican Football Federation.

Jul 10, 14:45upd. 22d
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Chelsea fined $13.5m for FA breaches, avoid Premier League points deduction

Chelsea Football Club was fined 13.5 million dollars by the Football Association. The fine was for breaking rules that the club reported itself after new owners took over. Chelsea will not lose any points in the Premier League because of this.

Jul 31, 14:36upd. 23h
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Infantino’s FIFA crisis: What is reaction to World Cup investment U-turn?

FIFA President Gianni Infantino proposed letting private investors fund future World Cups. Fans, clubs and national associations criticised the idea, saying it could harm the sport. After strong backlash, Infantino announced a U‑turn and withdrew the investment proposal. Football officials and supporters are now discussing what the change means for upcoming tournaments.

Aug 1, 13:59upd. 1m
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Impending closure of Rose Bowl pools for Olympics preparation has the aqua-set in a funk

The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center in Pasadena will close for a long time. LA28, the organizers of the 2028 Olympics, plan to use the pools for diving events. Because of the construction work, regular swimmers and teams cannot use the facility. Many people who swim there are upset about the closure.

Aug 1, 10:00upd. 3h
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