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TEN--AUSTRALIAN OPEN

DESCRIPTION: The top four seeds are in the final four in the men’s draw, with two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner and 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic meeting in a semifinal featuring No. 2 vs. No. 4. Top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz will face No. 3 Alexander Zverev in Friday’s other semifinal.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 2:05 a.m. EST, Text, Photo

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OLY--AUSTRALIA’S ITALIAN HOME

DESCRIPTION: MILAN — Australia will have some home advantage at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. For 15 years, Australia has had a training center an hour away from Milan where it has tried to create for its athletes a “home away from home” - right down to the coffee and Vegemite. By Daniella Matar. UPCOMING: 600 words by 1000 GMT, photos, video.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 5:00 a.m. EST, Text, Photo, Video

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US WESTMINSTER DOG SHOW-150TH

DESCRIPTION: The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is celebrating a milestone. The 150th annual show opens Saturday and culminates with the best in show prize Tuesday night New York’s Madison Square Garden. What’s now the United States’ most famous dog show began when some 19th-century New York gentleman hunters organized an event to compare their dogs. The first show, in 1877, was no small thing. It featured about 1,200 dogs of a few dozen breeds. This year’s show boasts 2,500 dogs, representing as many as 212 breeds and 10 “varieties.”

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 6:00 a.m. EST, Text, Photo, Video

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BKN--ON BASKETBALL-TRADE DEADLINE

DESCRIPTION: This season’s trade deadline is fast approaching, now less than a week away, and Giannis Antetokounmpo is the epicenter of the NBA trade universe. Speculation about his future — will the Milwaukee Bucks trade him or not? — will continue until he either gets moved or until the deadline hits Thursday afternoon. By Basketball Writer Tim Reynolds. 800 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 6:00 a.m. EST, Text, Photo

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BBC--MISSISSIPPI ST-O’CONNOR

DESCRIPTION: Brian O’Connor wanted the challenge of coaching baseball in the Southeastern Conference. He’ll get that, along with high expectations, at Mississippi State. By Eric Olson. 750 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 6:00 a.m. EST, Text, Photo

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SKI--WCUP-WOMEN’S DOWNHILL

DESCRIPTION: CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland - Lindsey Vonn’s last World Cup downhill race before the Milan Cortina Olympics is at the ski resort that was the scene of a devastating fatal fire in a bar in the early hours of New Year’s Day. By Graham Dunbar 500 words, photos by 1130gmt

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 6:30 a.m. EST, Text, Photo

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BOX--LOPEZ-STEVENSON PREVIEW

DESCRIPTION: Teofimo Lopez defends his 140-pound title Saturday night at Madison Square Garden against undefeated Shakur Stevenson, who moves up to try to win a belt in a fourth weight class. 700 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 11:00 a.m. EST, Text

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OLY--FIG-NETFLIX-ICE DANCING

DESCRIPTION: American ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates are featured in a new Netflix documentary about their journey to the Milan Cortina Olympics. The reigning ice dance world champions insisted on a genuine portrayal in “Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing,” which follows them and two rival teams. It premiers Sunday. By Dave Skretta. 750 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 12:22 p.m. EST, Text

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NASCAR DRIVER-PLANE CRASH

DESCRIPTION: The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to release its preliminary report Friday afternoon on the North Carolina plane crash that killed NASCAR legend Greg Biffle and 6 other people last month. By AP Transportation Writer Josh Funk. With file photos.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 4:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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FBN--SUPER BOWL-PATRIOTS-GONZALEZ

DESCRIPTION: FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – There was nowhere to go but up for Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez after his breakout 2024 season. But all his progress looked in jeopardy after a hamstring injury in the first week of training camp eventually sidelined him for the first three games. It’s proven just to be a hiccup for the 23-year-old, who again was trusted to cover opponents’ best receivers, and finished second on pass breakups while being selected to his first Pro Bowl. He’s done his best work in the fourth quarter during the playoffs, allowing just 12 receiving yards and no touchdowns with an interception. By Kyle Hightower. 750 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 5:00 p.m. EST, Text

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FBN--SUPER BOWL-SEAHAWKS-WALKER

DESCRIPTION: RENTON, Wash. – Running back Kenneth Walker III has surged as of late, and at optimal timing considering fellow tailback Zach Charbonnet is out with a season-ending knee injury. But Walker is also in the final year of his rookie contract, and is an unrestricted free agent after this season. As Walker continues to surge, so, too, does his value, which brings uncertainty to his future in Seattle while the Seahawks seek to win their second Super Bowl in franchise history. By Andrew Destin. 650 words. Photos.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 6:00 p.m. EST, Text

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GLF--FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN

DESCRIPTION: SAN DIEGO -- Justin Rose has a one-shot lead and heads to the tough South course at Torrey Pines in the Farmers Insurance Open. Brooks Koepka is on the easier North as he tries to get to the weekend in his return to the PGA Tour from LIV Golf. By Golf Writer Doug Ferguson. Upcoming: 700 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 01/30/2026 8:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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BKN--HORNETS-MAVERICKS

Hornets edge Mavericks 123-121 to spoil Cooper Flagg’s 49-point game

SUMMARY: Kon Knueppel made two free throws with 4.1 seconds left for a career-high 34 points and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Dallas Mavericks 123-121 on Thursday night, spoiling Duke roommate Cooper Flagg’s 49-point game. Flagg, who turned 19 in December, broke the NBA record for points in a game by a teen. Cliff Robinson set the previous record of 45 at age 19 for New Jersey in a game against Detroit on March 9, 1980. Knueppel grabbed an errant pass by Flagg near midcourt with seven seconds left and the score tied. He drove to the basket and was fouled by Flagg as the ball lodged between the rim and the backboard. Flagg’s shot at the buzzer hit the back of the rim.

WORDS: 329 - MOVED: 01/30/2026 12:10 a.m. EST

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HKN--HURRICANES-COMEBACK

Hurricanes become 3rd NHL team to rally from 2 goals down in final 2 minutes to win in regulation

SUMMARY: Jordan Staal and the Carolina Hurricanes have put together one of the most improbable comebacks in NHL history. With three late goals against the Utah Mammoth on Thursday night, the Hurricanes became the first team in more than 30 years and third overall to rally from two goals down in the final two minutes to win in regulation. The other teams to score three goals in the last two minutes to win were the Dallas Stars against the Boston Bruins on Oct. 14, 1995, and the Montreal Maroons against the New York Rangers on March 15, 1932.

WORDS: 437 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 11:56 p.m. EST

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HKN--RED WINGS-KANE US RECORD

Patrick Kane passes Mike Modano for the most NHL points by a US-born player

SUMMARY: Patrick Kane is now the highest-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history. Kane passed Mike Modano by recording his 1,375th point on Thursday night in the Detroit Red Wings’ game against the Washington Capitals. Kane reached the milestone a couple of months after turning 37. Modano was 40 when he scored a goal to register point No. 1,374. Kane has been one of the faces of American hockey since getting taken with the first pick in the 2007 draft by Chicago. He helped the Blackhawks win the Stanley Cup three times from 2010-15.

WORDS: 658 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 10:54 p.m. EST

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HKN--DEVILS-HUGHES

Devils’ Jack Hughes leaves game with injury 2 weeks before US opens play at the Olympics

SUMMARY: New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes left the team’s game against Nashville in the first period and did not return. Coach Sheldon Keefe said it was a lower-body injury, but does not believe it to be serious. Hughes’ exit comes two weeks before the U.S. is set to play its first game at the Milan Cortina Olympics. He missed five weeks earlier this season after injuring his right thumb at a team dinner and undergoing surgery. He had 14 points in his first 16 games back.

WORDS: 242 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 10:36 p.m. EST

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FBN--FALCONS-GM SEARCH

Falcons add final piece to new leadership team by hiring Ian Cunningham as general manager

SUMMARY: The Atlanta Falcons have added the final piece to their new leadership team by hiring Ian Cunningham as general manager. The decision came after new president of football Matt Ryan led the team’s second interviews with Cunningham and James Liipfert. Cunningham previously interviewed for the president of football position. Ryan was hired for that job and then led the search for new coach Kevin Stefanski. Cunningham and Stefanski will report to Ryan. Cunningham has served as the Chicago Bears’ assistant general manager for the past four years. He spent five seasons in various scouting and player personnel roles with the Philadelphia Eagles.

WORDS: 471 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 9:27 p.m. EST

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TEN--AUSTRALIAN OPEN-WOMEN’S FINAL

Sabalenka’s new mentality faces Rybakina’s resolve in Australian Open final, a 2023 rematch

WORDS: 863 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 9:19 p.m. EST

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GLF--FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN

Justin Rose sets Torrey Pines pace with 62. Koepka makes his PGA Tour return with 73

SUMMARY: Justin Rose is taking advantage of good golf on the easier North course at Torrey Pines. He was only in danger of bogey one time and made 10 birdies for a 62 in the Farmers Insurance Open. That gives him a one-shot lead over Justin Lower. But this day was mostly about the return from LIV Golf of Brooks Koepka. The five-time major champion didn’t make birdie until the last hole. But he had 15 pars on the tough South for a 73. Koepka said he was nervous about the reception he would get and was elated to hear support.

WORDS: 782 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 8:47 p.m. EST

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US--SHACARRI RICHARDSON SPEEDING ARREST

Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson charged with speeding in Florida

SUMMARY: Olympic sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson has been arrested and charged with speeding in Florida. Authorities say she was driving 104 mph on a parkway near Orlando. A spokesperson for the Orange County sheriff’s department says she was dangerously tailgating and weaving through traffic. The 25-year-old Richardson is a renowned sprinter, having won a silver medal in the 100 meters and gold in the 4x100 relay at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Last year, she apologized to her boyfriend after being arrested for a domestic violence offense at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

WORDS: 158 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 8:40 p.m. EST

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FBN--BILLS-ALLEN

Bills QB Josh Allen still coming to grips with coaching change, playoff loss and foot surgery

SUMMARY: It’s been a 12-day whirlwind for Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen. He’s still coming to grips with Buffalo’s latest playoff loss and the drama that followed. Coach Sean McDermott was fired following the 33-30 OT loss to Denver, and has since been replaced by Joe Brady. Allen played a role in the coaching search that led to the Bills offensive coordinator’s promotion this week. Meantime, Allen had surgery for a broken bone in his right foot. He attended Brady’s inaugural news conference with crutches, and expects to be fully recovered in time for spring practices.

WORDS: 788 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 8:35 p.m. EST

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GLF--KOEPKA RETURNS

Brooks Koepka feels the nerves in return to PGA Tour from LIV. He also heard plenty of support

SUMMARY: Brooks Koepka has rarely felt so relieved after failing to break par. The five-time major champion made his return to the PGA Tour after nearly four years on Saudi-funded LIV Golf. Koepka wasn’t sure what to expect at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines. What he heard was mostly a chorus of “Welcome back” from a big gallery. He didn’t make a birdie until the 18th hole and shot a 73 that left him 11 shots out of the lead. Koepka can’t remember the last time he was this nervous or the last time he cared what people thought.

WORDS: 899 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 7:36 p.m. EST

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SOC--US-POCHETTINO

Mauricio Pochettino dismisses criticism of World Cup ticket prices by American winger Tim Weah

SUMMARY: U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino dismisses criticism of World Cup ticket prices by American winger Tim Weah. FIFA is charging up to $8,680 per ticket for the tournament, which runs from June 11 to July 19 in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Weah expressed disappointment, saying many real fans will miss matches. On Thursday, Pochettino responded during a Zoom news conference from Coral Gables, Florida. He emphasized that players should focus on playing football, not ticket prices. Pochettino stated that it’s FIFA’s responsibility to explain its decisions, and his job is to prepare the team for the tournament.

WORDS: 282 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 7:24 p.m. EST

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SOC--EUROPEAN ROUNDUP

Aston Villa edges Salzburg 3-2 after second-half comeback in Europa League

SUMMARY: Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba’s first-ever goal for Aston Villa was an 87th-minute winner in a 3-2 comeback victory over Salzburg to conclude the Europa League’s opening phase. The 19-year-old Jimoh-Aloba’s strike followed Tyrone Mings’ equalizer at Villa Park. Morgan Rogers sparked the comeback in the 64th after the visitors built a 2-0. Villa wasn’t able to overtake Lyon atop the 36-team standings, however, after the French team beat 10-man PAOK 4-2 to remain in front of Unai Emery’s team on goal difference. Both Lyon and Villa had already secured a spot in the round of 16. The rest of the top eight are: third-place Midtjylland, Real Betis, Porto, Braga, Freiburg, and Roma.

WORDS: 452 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 7:20 p.m. EST

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US--RODEO MOVE

As pro rodeo considers moving HQ to Wyoming, conservative lawmakers question incentives

SUMMARY: The biggest organizing body in rodeo, the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, has all but decided to move its headquarters from Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Cheyenne, Wyoming. But some conservative lawmakers in Wyoming oppose a state incentive for the move. Last week, the PRCA board voted to “seriously consider” moving to Cheyenne. The deal is contingent on $15 million in state funding and matching local funds. Lawmakers including Republican state Rep. Rachel Rodriguez-Williams say taxpayers shouldn’t be giving “handouts” to “multimillion-dollar corporations.” Williams is among members of the powerful Freedom Caucus who seek significant budget cuts when the Wyoming Legislature meets next month.

WORDS: 668 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 5:48 p.m. EST

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BBO--METS-KIMBREL

Mets sign nine-time All-Star Craig Kimbrel to minor league deal with invitation to spring training

SUMMARY: The New York Mets have signed reliever Craig Kimbrel to a minor league contract with an invitation to big league spring training. The nine-time All-Star could pitch for his 10th team if he makes the club. The 37-year-old Kimbrel was 0-1 with a 2.25 ERA in 14 games for the Braves and Astros last season. He also played in the Rangers organization before being released. Over 16 seasons, Kimbrel has 1,282 career strikeouts and 440 saves. The Mets also signed catcher Austin Barnes to a minor league deal. Barnes hit .214 over 13 games with the Dodgers last season.

WORDS: 232 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 4:41 p.m. EST

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BKN--MAVERICKS-YEAR AFTER LUKA

Mavericks put their hope in health as the 1-year anniversary of the Luka Doncic trade approaches

SUMMARY: The Dallas Mavericks are putting their hope in health as the one-year anniversary of the stunning trade of Luka Doncic approaches. Oft-injured big man Anthony Davis has missed more games than he has played for Dallas since coming from the Los Angeles Lakers in the Doncic deal. The Mavericks also are waiting for Kyrie Irving to come back from a knee injury. Rookie No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg is living up to the promise he brought from a standout year at Duke. But the future is murky at best for the franchise that finally fired general manager Nico Harrison as a way to move on from the ill-fated Doncic deal.

WORDS: 1065 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 3:25 p.m. EST

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BKC--MIAMI-RED PANDA

After a terrifying fall, Red Panda retraces what went wrong and the support that carried her back

SUMMARY: Rong Niu’s pink sequined dress shimmered under the arena lights at a recent Miami men’s basketball game. The popular halftime performer known as “Red Panda” finished her signature seven-minute set. She looked up at a crowd of fans chanting her name and flashed a smile before dismounting. Niu has grown somewhat accustomed to the fanfare over decades performing at NBA, WNBA and college basketball games. Still, even after sports fans rallied around her following a frightening fall during a WNBA game last July, she can hardly put words to what the support means to her.

WORDS: 785 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 3:07 p.m. EST

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GYM--PARIS-US MEDAL APPEAL

Dispute over the Olympic medal stripped from US gymnast Jordan Chiles goes back to Swiss court

SUMMARY: A gymnastics medal disputed by the United States and Romania at the 2024 Paris Olympics is heading for a fresh legal review in a Swiss court. Switzerland’s federal court says its judges sent the “highly exceptional circumstances” of the bronze medal awarded in women’s floor exercise back to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to examine new evidence. The event created a celebrated photo featuring bronze medalist Jordan Chiles, Simone Biles and Olympic champion Rebeca Andrade. Chiles was stripped of the bronze because the U.S. was said to have not challenged a score in time. Romania’s Ana Maria Barbosu received the medal. The case rests on a handful of seconds.

WORDS: 558 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 2:52 p.m. EST

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BOX--GERVONTA DAVIS ARREST

Boxer Gervonta Davis arrested on attempted kidnapping and battery charges

SUMMARY: Professional boxer Gervonta “Tank” Davis bonded out of a Miami jail following his arrest on charges of attempted kidnapping, false imprisonment and battery. Miami Gardens police says a fugitive task force took Davis into custody on Wednesday in Miami’s Design District. The charges stem from an incident at a Miami Gardens business on Oct. 27, 2025. Thirty-one-year-old Davis has had other run-ins with law enforcement in South Florida. Last summer, he was arrested on domestic violence charges, which were later dropped. Davis, a top contender in boxing, is known for his knockout power and drawing sellout crowds. His attorney called Davis the victim in this case and said he looks forward to presenting his side of the story in court.

WORDS: 229 - MOVED: 01/29/2026 2:10 p.m. EST

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