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Ex-Trump national security adviser Bolton charged with storing and sharing classified information
SUMMARY: Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton has been charged with storing top secret records at home and sharing with relatives notes that contained classified information. The 18-count indictment Thursday also suggests classified information was exposed when operatives believed to be linked to the Iranian regime hacked Bolton’s email account in 2021 and gained access to sensitive material he had shared. The investigation into Bolton, who served for more than a year in President Donald Trump’s administration before being fired in 2019 and emerging as an outspoken critic of the Republican leader, burst into public view in August when the FBI searched his home in Maryland and his office in Washington.
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Bolton pleads not guilty in Justice Department case accusing him of sharing government secrets
SUMMARY: John Bolton has pleaded not guilty in the Justice Department case accusing him of sharing classified information. Bolton was ordered released from custody after making his appearance before a judge in the third Justice Department case brought in recent weeks against an adversary of the Republican president. Bolton has signaled he will argue he is being targeted because of his criticism of the president, describing the charges as part of a Trump “effort to intimidate his opponents.” The case, however, appears to have followed a more conventional path toward indictment than other recent cases against perceived Trump enemies.
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What to know about federal charges against former National Security Advisor John Bolton
SUMMARY: Former National Security Advisor John Bolton has turned himself in to federal authorities in Maryland and pleaded not guilty after being indicted on charges of keeping top secret documents at his home and sharing classified information with family members. Bolton was ordered released Friday from custody after making his court appearance. His criminal case is the third brought by the Justice Department in recent weeks against someone deemed adversarial to President Donald Trump. It also amplifies concerns that Trump is using the nation’s top law enforcement agency to punish political foes. Bolton didn’t comment to reporters as he entered the federal courthouse Friday in Greenbelt, northeast of Washington. A grand jury returned an 18-count indictment Thursday against him.
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Mahmoud Khalil can freely travel around US as he fights his deportation case, judge rules
SUMMARY: A federal judge has lifted travel restrictions for Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, allowing him to speak at rallies across the U.S. as he fights a deportation case. Khalil, freed from immigration detention in June, had been limited to traveling in New York, Washington, D.C., and Michigan. His lawyer argued for the change, citing First Amendment rights. Despite objections from government attorneys, Magistrate Judge Michael Hammer allowed the travel, noting Khalil isn't a flight risk. He said Khalil must notify federal authorities of his travel plans ahead of time.
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Ace Frehley, Kiss' original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74
SUMMARY: Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss who captivated audiences with his elaborate makeup and smoke-filled guitar, has died. He was 74. Frehley's agent says he died peacefully Thursday surrounded by family in Morristown, New Jersey, following a recent fall. Family members say in a statement that they are “completely devastated and heartbroken” but will cherish his laughter and celebrate the kindness he bestowed upon others. Kiss' hits included “Rock and Roll All Nite” and “Detroit Rock City.” It was known for theatrical stage shows with fireworks, smoking instruments and fake blood. Band members famously wore body armor, platform boots, wigs and their signature black-and-white face paint.
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Man arrested in the disappearance of a Philadelphia woman also charged in earlier kidnapping case
SUMMARY: Authorities say a man arrested in the disappearance of a Philadelphia woman who went missing from her nursing home job was charged earlier this year in a similar case. Authorities have charged 21-year-old Keon King with kidnapping and stalking in the disappearance of 23-year-old Kada Scott. They say King is the last person who had contact with Scott on Oct. 4. He is being held on $2.5 million bail while police continue to search for the missing woman. King also faces charges in an earlier kidnapping and assault case.
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Alicia Keys may pop up when the national tour of her musical 'Hell's Kitchen' comes to your town
SUMMARY: Alicia Keys' Broadway musical, “Hell's Kitchen,” is hitting the road for a national tour. The semi-autobiographical show, featuring Keys' music, will visit 28 cities across the South, Midwest and West through 2026. Keys is excited about the tour, saying not everyone can make it to Broadway. She might even make surprise appearances as a “fairy godmother” at some stops. The story follows a 17-year-old piano prodigy in New York, drawing from Keys' own experiences. The tour coincides with a new book about the show's evolution and will feature a diverse cast, including 18-year-old Maya Drake.
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History shows a 1-5 team can rebound and make the playoffs, but Ravens have little room for error
SUMMARY: The Baltimore Ravens are hoping they’ll be a completely different team after their bye week with Lamar Jackson back at quarterback and both sides of the ball looking more like they expected at the beginning of the season. The question is whether it’s already too late. A slew of injuries, combined with a tough early schedule, has left the Ravens with a 1-5 record that would have seemed unfathomable a couple months ago. Only four teams since the merger have started 1-5 and still made the playoffs.
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Treylon Burks joins Washington Commanders' practice squad as team deals with receiver injuries
SUMMARY: Wide receiver Treylon Burks has been signed to the Washington Commanders’ practice squad as the team tries to deal with a series of injuries at that position. Washington also released receiver Tay Martin from its practice squad on Friday. The Commanders play at the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Washington put wideout Noah Brown on injured reserve this week after he already missed four games with knee and groin issues. The team’s No. 1 receiver, Terry McLaurin, sat out the past three games with a bad quadriceps muscle and he missed practice Thursday. Deebo Samuel also did not practice Thursday.
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Justin Fields plans to be a bit more aggressive in the passing game as Jets seek first win
SUMMARY: Justin Fields wants to take more risks on the field. The New York Jets' offense has struggled, with Fields throwing no interceptions but also lacking big plays. The Jets are 0-6 and Fields thinks it's time to be more aggressive, starting Sunday against Carolina. He has completed only 7.3% of his passes for 20 or more yards, below the NFL average. Fields acknowledges the need to balance aggression with ball security. Coach Aaron Glenn supports Fields despite a rough game against Denver. Fields has focused on improving his footwork and is ready to push the ball downfield.
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Meier, Hischier score in 3rd period, Allen stops 21 shots to lift Devils past Panthers 3-1
SUMMARY: Timo Meier and Nico Hischier scored in the third period and Jake Allen made 21 saves as the New Jersey Devils won their home opener 3-1 over the Florida Panthers. Meier beat Florida netminder Daniil Tarasov with his team-best third goal of the season at 6:23, snapping a 1-all tie before Hischier added his second of the season at 11:47. Jack Hughes also scored for New Jersey, which won its third straight game after a season-opening loss at Carolina. Florida’s Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring 1:59 into the game.
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Auston Matthews scores in OT to lift the Maple Leafs past the Rangers, 2-1
SUMMARY: Auston Matthews scored 58 seconds into overtime to give the Toronto Maple Leafs a 2-1 victory over the New York Rangers on Thursday night. Matthew Knies also scored for Toronto, William Nylander had two assists and Anthony Stolarz made 28 saves. Juuso Parssinen scored for New York. Igor Shesterkin stopped 22 shots. Matthews took a pass from Nylander on a 2-on-1 in the extra period after Rangers center Mika Zibanejad fanned on a terrific chance at the other end.
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Bob Myers joins Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment as president, leaving ESPN role
SUMMARY: Bob Myers has been named president of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. The move brings the former Golden State Warriors general manager back into sports management. Myers had been working in an advisory role with Josh Harris, managing partner of the NFL's Washington Commanders. Now he will be involved with other HBSE properties, including the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers and NHL's New Jersey Devils. Myers, who spent 12 seasons with the Warriors, expressed excitement about the opportunity to work with top leaders in major sports leagues. He had been working as an NBA analyst for ESPN.
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Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson doubtful for Panthers game with knee injury
SUMMARY: The New York Jets' offense is likely to be without star wide receiver Garrett Wilson against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Coach Aaron Glenn said Friday that Wilson is doubtful because of a knee injury. Wilson was hurt during the Jets’ loss to Denver in London last Sunday. He had an MRI on Monday and the team is monitoring him. ESPN reported Wilson has a hyperextended knee but avoided a major injury. Cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers and linebacker Cam Jones are also doubtful. Veteran receiver Josh Reynolds is expected to play, which could help fill the void if Wilson is out.
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Ethan Grunkemeyer ready for first career start at Iowa as Penn State tries to salvage season
SUMMARY: Ethan Grunkemeyer was immediately swarmed by reporters after Penn State practice. As bodies and cameras enveloped him on Wednesday night, the quarterback’s eyes glanced back toward his teammates. One shouted, “Yeah Grunk! Man of the hour!” Grunkemeyer, who will make his first career start when the Nittany Lions visit Iowa on Saturday, finally allowed himself to smile. The redshirt freshman says “I definitely feel prepared.” The Nittany Lions have lost three straight games and longtime coach James Franklin has been fired. It’ll be up to Grunkemeyer to try to salvage a season that he and his teammates hoped would end with a deep playoff run.
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Can Bryce Harper ever be elite again? Phillies president Dave Dombrowski has concerns
SUMMARY: Phillies president Dave Dombrowski questions if Bryce Harper can return to his elite form. Harper's recent performance has been below his usual standards, with his lowest OPS since 2016. Despite this, Dombrowski acknowledges Harper remains an All-Star caliber player. Phillies manager Rob Thomson believes Harper is motivated to have his best season next year. The Phillies face decisions on key free agents, including Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto. Dombrowski emphasizes the need to maintain perspective despite recent postseason losses. The team aims to improve without drastically changing the roster.
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Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson ruled out for prime-time matchup against Steelers
SUMMARY: Bengals All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against Pittsburgh because of a hip injury. Hendrickson was injured during the first half of last Sunday's loss at Green Bay. He led the league with 17 1/2 sacks last season and has four in six games this season. Defensive end Shemar Stewart is expected to return after missing four games with an ankle injury. The Bengals have also promoted Isaiah Foskey from the practice squad. Guard Lucas Patrick is back from a calf injury. Pittsburgh safety DeShon Elliott is expected to play.
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Western Conference teams dominate NBA championship betting with season on the horizon
SUMMARY: The Western Conference is so strong that its championship might feel like the real NBA Finals. BetMGM Sportsbook shows that six of the top seven potential NBA champions from a betting liability standpoint are from the West. Miami is the only Eastern team. Western teams have won three of the last four championships, with Boston in 2024 being the exception. Oklahoma City and Denver are the top favorites at BetMGM. Meanwhile, the MVP race appears to be among Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, and Luka Doncic. Dallas’ Cooper Flagg is the favorite for Rookie of the Year.
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Scheifele ties Jets record for career points in win over Flyers
SUMMARY: Mark Scheifele scored a pair of goals to tie the record for the most career points in Jets franchise history, Connor Hellebuyck made 15 saves, and Winnipeg beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-2. Vladislav Namestnikov and Morgan Barron also scored goals for the Jets, and Tanner Pearson added an empty-netter to help Winnipeg win their third straight. Owen Tippett and Matvei Michkov scored for the Flyers and Ersson finished with 10 saves. Scheifele tied Blake Wheeler with 812 points, which includes the franchise’s years in Atlanta.
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Filip Hallander's first career goal sparks Penguins' comeback win over Kings
SUMMARY: Filip Hallander scored his first career goal to give Pittsburgh the lead and the Penguins rallied to beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-2. Hallander, playing in his seventh NHL game, jammed in Rickard Rakell’s rebound at the near post for the short-handed goal at 6:50 of the third period to give Pittsburgh a 3-2 lead. Evgeni Malkin, Connor Dewar and Sidney Crosby also scored, and Arturs Silovs made 30 saves for the Penguins. Warren Foegele and Kevin Fiala scored in the first period to give the Kings a 2-0 lead after one. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves.
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Steelers can't slow Flacco, Bengals' rushing attack
SUMMARY: The Pittsburgh Steelers had a chance to create some separation in the AFC North against the Bengals on Thursday night. But defensive issues that have plagued them at timescropped up again. The Bengals and 40-year-old Joe Flacco took advantage. Making his second start just nine days after joining the team, Flacco passed for 342 yards and three TDs and led an eight-play, 52-yard drive to set up Evan McPherson’s 36-yard field goal with seven seconds left to claim a 33-31 victory. Under little pressure and using a quick release, Flacco got the ball to his stars. Ja’Marr Chase had 16 catches for 161 yards and a touchdown. Tee Higgins had six catches for 96 yards and a TD.
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Flacco rallies Bengals past Rodgers and Steelers 33-31 in battle of 40-year-old QBs
SUMMARY: Joe Flacco passes for 342 yards and three touchdowns, leading the Cincinnati Bengals to a 33-31 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Bengals snapped a four-game losing streak on Thursday night. Evan McPherson kicks a 36-yard field goal with seven seconds left to secure the win. Flacco, in his second start for Cincinnati, outduels Aaron Rodgers in a rare matchup of starting quarterbacks in their 40s. Ja'Marr Chase shines with 16 receptions for 161 yards and a touchdown. Chase Brown adds 108 rushing yards. The Steelers fall to 4-2 despite Rodgers' four touchdown passes and Jaylen Warren's 127 rushing yards.
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Bob Myers joins Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment as president, leaving ESPN role
SUMMARY: Bob Myers has been named president of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. The move brings the former Golden State Warriors general manager back into sports management. Myers had been working in an advisory role with Josh Harris, managing partner of the NFL's Washington Commanders. Now he will be involved with other HBSE properties, including the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers and NHL's New Jersey Devils. Myers, who spent 12 seasons with the Warriors, expressed excitement about the opportunity to work with top leaders in major sports leagues. He had been working as an NBA analyst for ESPN.
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Mike Tomlin says the Steelers won't be defined by their Thursday night loss to Cincinnati
SUMMARY: The Pittsburgh Steelers are smarting after getting lit up by 40-year-old Joe Flacco in a 33-31 loss to Cincinnati. Flacco passed for 342 yards and three scores against a Pittsburgh defense that spent the offseason adding players it hoped would find a way to slow down the Bengals receiving tandem of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. It didn't work. Chase set a franchise-record for receptions in a single game with 16 and Higgins got open deep in the final minutes. Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt called the performance unacceptable after the club missed a chance to take a massive early lead in the AFC North.
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High school wrestling star Bo Bassett to make Real American Freestyle debut at RAF3 in Chicago
SUMMARY: High school wrestling star Bo Bassett has signed with Real American Freestyle and will debut at RAF3 on Nov. 29 in Chicago. Bassett is committed to Virginia Tech. He boasts a 126-0 high school record in Pennsylvania with 120 bonus-point victories. He expressed excitement about competing against top senior-level wrestlers. Bassett has won a state title in Pennsylvania every year since first grade and claimed the U17 world title in 2021. Co-founder of RAF Chad Bronstein praised Bassett's talent and readiness. RAF's next event is Oct. 25 in State College, Pennsylvania.
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