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US--GOLF COURSE WATER

DESCRIPTION: HONOLULU — The battle over watering a world-class Maui golf course notched up this week as environmentalists called for a Hawaii commission to stop allowing drinking water to irrigate the greens. Earlier this year, the PGA Tour pulled out of its season opener at Kapalua Resort, set for January, due to drought and a separate water dispute. The tensions over golf turf maintenance at the Plantation course, which has hosted the PGA’s season opener nearly every year for more than a quarter-century, highlight complicated water problems in west Maui, where a deadly 2023 wildfire ravaged the historic town of Lahaina. By Jennifer Sinco Kelleher. UPCOMING: 725 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 9:00 a.m. EST, Text, Photo

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FBC--T25-OHIO STATE-MICHIGAN

DESCRIPTION: ANN ARBOR, Mich. — No. 1 Ohio State plays No. 14 Michigan at the Big House, aiming to end a four-game losing streak in what’s known as The Game and to keep the Wolverines out of the College Football Playoff. By Larry Lage. UPCOMING: 650 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at noon EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 12:00 p.m. EST, DigitalPlans, Text, Photo

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SOC--GERMAN ROUNDUP

DESCRIPTION: Bayern Munich will set a record for consecutive rounds on top of the Bundesliga no matter how it does against St. Pauli before Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund clash in the late game.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 2:30 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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FBC--T25-TEXAS TECH-WEST VIRGINIA

DESCRIPTION: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — No. 7 Texas Tech can secure a spot next week in the Big 12 championship game with a win at West Virginia on Saturday. By John Raby. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at noon EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 3:40 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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CAR--F1-QATAR GP

DESCRIPTION: LUSAIL, Qatar — The Formula 1 title race sees rivals Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen contesting useful points in a 19-lap sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix, with Piastri on pole, Norris starting third and Verstappen sixth. The sprint race is followed later in the day by qualifying for Sunday’s main race. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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SOC--SPANISH ROUNDUP

DESCRIPTION: Barcelona hosts Alaves in La Liga seeking a win to overtake Real Madrid at the top of the table.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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SKI--WCUP-WOMEN’S GIANT SLALOM

DESCRIPTION: Mikaela Shiffrin competes in a World Cup Giant Slalom in her home state as the American skiing star prepares for the Winter Olympics.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 5:00 p.m. EST

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SOC--FRENCH ROUNDUP

DESCRIPTION: PARIS — Ligue 1 leader Paris Saint-Germain faces a tough-looking trip south to play Monaco, while second-placed Marseille hosts Toulouse. By Jerome Pugmire. UPCOMING.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 6:30 p.m. EST, Text

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FBC--T25-LSU-OKLAHOMA

DESCRIPTION: NORMAN, Okla. — A win for No. 8 Oklahoma at home against LSU on Saturday will likely push the Sooners into the College Football Playoff. The Sooners have won three straight against ranked opponents and close against the unranked Tigers, who could add a positive to a disappointing season. By Cliff Brunt. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at 3:30 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 7:15 p.m. EST, Text

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SOC--MLS-NYCFC-INTER MIAMI

DESCRIPTION: FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will try to reach the MLS Cup final for the first time on Saturday night. They’ll play host to New York City FC in the Eastern Conference final. By Tim Reynolds. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at 6 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 8:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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FBC--T25-VANDERBILT-TENNESSEE

DESCRIPTION: KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — No. 12 Vanderbilt visits 18th-ranked Tennessee on Saturday in a new twist to this in-state rivalry. These teams have never been ranked at the same time in this game, and the Commodores need a win to notch the first 10-win season in program history and keep their hopes alive for a College Football Playoff berth. The Vols have lost to Vanderbilt only four times at Neyland Stadium since 1975. By Al Lesar. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at 3:30 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 8:15 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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FBC--T25-VIRGINIA TECH-VIRGINIA

DESCRIPTION: CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — No. 17 Virginia hosts instate rival Virginia Tech on Saturday with a chance to clinch a trip to the ACC championship game. By Mike Barber. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at 7 p.m. EST

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 10:45 p.m. EST, Text

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FBC--T25-UCLA-USC

DESCRIPTION: LOS ANGELES — No. 19 Southern California hosts UCLA in the 95th edition of their crosstown showdown. By Greg Beacham. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 11:20 p.m. EST, Text

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FBC--T25-ALABAMA-AUBURN

DESCRIPTION: AUBURN, Ala. — No. 10 Alabama tries to secure a spot in the SEC title game when it plays at Auburn on Saturday in the rivalry known as the Iron Bowl. The Crimson Tide have won five in a row in the series. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/29/2025 11:20 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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BKN--NBA CUP-QUARTERFINALS

The NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set: Heat-Magic, Knicks-Raptors, Suns-Thunder, Spurs-Lakers

SUMMARY: The NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set, with Miami facing Orlando and New York taking on Toronto in the Eastern Conference. Oklahoma City will get a rematch with Phoenix, and San Antonio will play the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference. On Friday night, New York secured the final Eastern Conference spot by defeating the Milwaukee Bucks 118-109. Oklahoma City, the defending NBA champion, held off Phoenix to win its group. The quarterfinal games are scheduled for December 9 or 10. Players on quarterfinal teams will receive financial bonuses, with payouts increasing as teams advance.

WORDS: 864 - MOVED: 11/29/2025 1:40 a.m. EST

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FBC--T25-TEXAS A&M-TEXAS

No. 16 Texas spoils No. 3 Texas A&M’s perfect season 27-17, knocks Aggies out of SEC title game

SUMMARY: Arch Manning threw a touchdown pass and ran for the clinching score late in the fourth quarter and No. 16 Texas beat No. 3 Texas A&M 27-17 on Friday night to spoil the Aggies’ undefeated season and knock them out of the Southeastern Conference championship game. Manning’s 29-yard touchdown pass to Ryan Wingo in the third quarter gave Texas (9-3, 6-2 SEC, No, 16 CFP) a 13-10 lead. His 35-yard run up the middle on third down with 7:04 left put the Longhorns up 27-17. Texas kept alive any faint hopes of making the College Football Playoff for the third consecutive time. The Aggies (11-1, 7-1, No. 3 CFP) are all but assured their first playoff berth,

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FBC--T25-TEXAS A&M-AGGIE PAIN

Texas A&M’s perfect season spoiled by rival Texas, but playoffs await for the Aggies

SUMMARY: Texas beat Texas A&M again in a bitter rivalry. And while any loss to the Longhorns stings, this one is likely to stick with the Aggies for a long time. Texas’ 27-17 victory Friday night doomed the Aggies’ Southeastern Conference title hopes, spoiled their undefeated season, upended their potential seeding in the College Football Playoff and dinged quarterback Marcel Reed’s late-season surge as a Heisman Trophy contender. But the playoffs and a chance to play for a national title still await.

WORDS: 542 - MOVED: 11/29/2025 1:29 a.m. EST

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BKN--MAVERICKS-LAKERS

Reaves scores 38 points, Luka adds 35, Lakers hold off Mavs 129-119 in Anthony Davis’ LA return

SUMMARY: The Lakers spoiled Anthony Davis’ return to Los Angeles with a 129-119 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Austin Reaves scored 38 points, and Luka Doncic added 35 points and 11 assists in his third meeting with his former team. Davis had 12 points and five rebounds in his first game in Los Angeles since the Lakers traded him for Doncic 10 months ago. LeBron James scored 13 points after managing just two in the first half of his fourth game of the season, but he hit a decisive 3-pointer with two minutes to play.

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FBC--T25-UNBEATEN INDIANA

No. 2 Indiana pursuing bigger goals after retaining Old Oaken Bucket at Purdue

SUMMARY: Indiana linebacker Aiden Fisher walked across the field Friday night, carrying the prized Old Oaken Bucket following a 56-3 rout of Purdue. It was a muted celebration, at least publicly, and with good reason. There’s still work, much more work, for the second-ranked Hoosiers to do if they want to accomplish more goals. But inside the locker room, it was a different story. Coach Curt Cignetti said players were smoking cigars and having a “good old time.” By Saturday night, though, Cignetti will have them back to work, focused on winning their first Big Ten title since 1967.

WORDS: 608 - MOVED: 11/29/2025 12:48 a.m. EST

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FBC--CONFERENCE RACE RESETS

Conference race update: Texas Tech and BYU set for Big 12 title game thanks to ASU loss

SUMMARY: The Big 12’s championship game is set. It’s Texas Tech vs. BYU. Arizona State’s loss to Arizona on Friday night eliminated both the Sun Devils and Utah, meaning Texas Tech and BYU will play for the conference title no matter what happens in their games Saturday. Elsewhere, Indiana wrapped up a spot in the Big Ten title game, and Texas A&M fell out of contention in the SEC. Meanwhile, six teams are still in contention in the ACC heading into Saturday.

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FBN--JETS-BOYD

Jets’ Kris Boyd says in Instagram post he’s back in hospital after recent shooting

SUMMARY: New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd has returned to the hospital after being released following a shooting in midtown Manhattan on November 16. Boyd shared on Instagram that health issues required his return to the hospital. Jets coach Aaron Glenn confirmed Friday that Boyd had been readmitted. Boyd was shot in the abdomen and the shooter fled the scene. New York police have released surveillance images of a suspect. Boyd, who hasn’t played this season because of a shoulder injury, signed with the Jets in March.

WORDS: 436 - MOVED: 11/29/2025 12:21 a.m. EST

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BKN--BUCKS-ANTETOKOUNMPO

Antetokounmpo’s return from injury not enough to stop Bucks’ 7- game skid, NBA Cup elimination

SUMMARY: Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return to the court was not enough for the Milwaukee Bucks to stop their longest losing streak since his rookie season. Restricted to 28 minutes after missing four games with a groin strain, Antetokounmpo had 30 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists Friday night, but the Bucks were eliminated from the NBA Cup with their 118-109 loss to the Knicks. It was Milwaukee’s seventh straight loss. It is the Bucks’ longest skid since dropping eight in a row March 11-24, 2014, when Milwaukee won 15 games after selecting Antetkounmpo in the 2013 draft.

WORDS: 391 - MOVED: 11/29/2025 12:14 a.m. EST

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FBC--T25-GEORGIA-GEORGIA TECH

No. 4 Georgia holds off No. 23 Georgia Tech 16-9 for 8th straight win in series

SUMMARY: Nate Frazier ran for 108 yards, Gunner Stockton’s scoring pass to Zachariah Branch was the only touchdown of the game and No. 4 Georgia retained its hold on its state rivalry with another close win by holding off No. 23 Georgia Tech 16-9. The Bulldogs set a record with their eighth straight win in the rivalry. Georgia Tech, which moved its home game from its campus stadium to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, closed the regular season by losing three of four games. Peyton Woodring of Georgia and Aidan Birr of Georgia Tech each kicked three field goals.

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BKW--T25-HIGH-SCORING LSU

LSU’s Mulkey leads No. 5 Tigers to NCAA-record 7th straight 100-point game at Paradise Jam tourney

SUMMARY: It was only recently that LSU head coach Kim Mulkey became aware that her Tigers were close to breaking a 43-year-old NCAA record — even though she had a hand in setting that mark. But, after the fifth-ranked Tigers routed Marist 113-53 on Friday night in the Paradise Jam tournament, Mulkey said that records really didn’t matter to her. LSU (7-0) posted its record seventh consecutive 100-point game to advance to the Reef Division’s championship game, where the Tigers will take on Washington State on Saturday night.

WORDS: 707 - MOVED: 11/28/2025 11:13 p.m. EST

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FBC--MISSISSIPPI-KIFFIN

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin emotional, non-committal about his future, following Egg Bowl triumph

SUMMARY: Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin says he feels he like he has to make an announcement about his coaching future by Saturday and says doing so won’t be “as enjoyable as people think.” Kiffin, meeting with reporters after Mississippi’s 38-19 victory over Mississippi State on Friday, says he hasn’t made a decision. Kiffin says he’s leaning on mentors Pete Carroll and Nick Saban for advice in making his decision. Ole Miss athletic director Keith Carter has asked Kiffin to decide by Saturday so the Rebels would know if they need to look for a new coach before it’s too late to attract a preferred candidate.

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BKW--T25-MARIST-LSU

No. 5 LSU sets NCAA record with 7th straight 100-point game, beating Marist 113-53 at Paradise Jam

SUMMARY: No. 5 LSU set an NCAA record with its seventh consecutive 100-point game Friday night, routing Marist 113-53 in the Reef Division semifinal game at the Paradise Jam tournament. LSU (7-0) bested the 43-year-old NCAA record of six straight 100-point games, set by the 1982 Louisiana Tech squad that went on to win the inaugural NCAA women’s championship. Seven players finished in double figures for LSU, led by ZaKiyah Johnson’s 19 points. Justine Henry had a game-best 21 points and Lexie Tarul added 11 points for Marist (2-5).

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FBC--T25-NORTH TEXAS-MORRIS

Eric Morris stresses all-in message at North Texas despite impending move to Oklahoma State

SUMMARY: North Texas coach Eric Morris is stressing his all-in message despite his impending move to Oklahoma State. The Mean Green have a shot at the College Football Playoff after clinching a spot in the American Conference championship game with a 52-25 victory over Temple. Word of Morris’ decision got to his players before he could deliver the news in a team meeting. He says he’ll have to live with that and is spending time trying to open up to his players to keep them on board. Morris says he’s coaching until the end of the season even if a CFP snub leads to a bowl without much at stake.

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FBN--BEARS-EAGLES

Ben Johnson flexes shirtless in locker room after Bears’ 5th straight win, 24-15 over reeling Eagles

SUMMARY: The Chicago Bears have won their fifth straight game. They used a dominant rushing attack to beat the reeling Philadelphia Eagles 24-15 on Friday. Kyle Monangai rushed for 130 yards and a touchdown, and D’Andre Swift ran for 125 yards and a score for Chicago. Led by rookie coach Ben Johnson, the surprising Bears are alone in first place in the NFC North heading into a showdown at Green Bay next weekend. The Eagles seemingly had the NFC East wrapped up two weeks ago, only to suffer consecutive defeats that have them looking little like a Super Bowl contender.

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FBN--EAGLES-PATULLO

Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo will keep his job after Hurts, Barkley struggle again

SUMMARY: Eagles coach Nick Sirianni says he’s sticking with embattled offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo. Philadelphia fans booed and chanted for Patullo to be fired throughout Friday’s 24-15 loss to the Chicago Bears. Sirianni says the Eagles’ problems on offense can’t all be blamed on Patullo’s play-calling. The coach says “it’s never about one person.” The Eagles ran just 17 plays and had two first downs in the first half against the Bears. They finished with 317 total yards to 425 for Chicago. Even the reliable tush push didn’t work, with Jalen Hurts losing a fumble on the once-unstoppable play.

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SOC--WCUP DRAW-IRAN

Iran boycotting World Cup draw citing visa restrictions for soccer officials

SUMMARY: Iran has decided to boycott the World Cup draw in Washington next week. The U.S. denied visas to members of the Iranian delegation, according to the state-run IRNA news agency. The draw for the 2026 World Cup will take place on Dec. 5 at the Kennedy Center. Iranian soccer federation spokesman Amir-Mahdi Alavi said officials faced visa obstacles beyond sports considerations. The federation has reached out to FIFA for help, but there’s been no immediate response. President Trump’s administration announced a travel ban in June, affecting citizens from 12 countries, including Iran.

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FBN--STEELERS-RODGERS

Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers cleared to return against the Buffalo Bills

SUMMARY: Aaron Rodgers and his broken left wrist will start on Sunday when Pittsburgh hosts Buffalo. Rodgers, who sat out last week’s loss to Chicago after injuring the wrist against Cincinnati on Nov. 16, was a full participant in practice for the second consecutive day on Friday. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Rodgers will not have any injury designation, clearing the way for the 41-year-old Rodgers to return. The Steelers held Rodgers out of the Bears game after he was limited in practice last week. Pittsburgh (6-5) has dropped four of six, but can break out of a first-place tie with Baltimore if it beats the Bills (7-4).

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FBC--FLORIDA-COACHING SEARCH

Florida is moving on from Lane Kiffin and targeting Tulane’s Jon Sumrall, AP source says

SUMMARY: A person familiar with the search says Florida is moving on from Lane Kiffin and targeting Tulane’s Jon Sumrall as its next head coach. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because negotiations are ongoing and nothing is finalized. Sumrall also is considered to be Auburn’s top target to replace Hugh Freeze. On3 first reported the Gators’ decision to move on from Kiffin, which came after getting lukewarm feedback from Kiffin’s camp in recent days. The 43-year-old Sumrall played linebacker at Kentucky (2002-04) and returned to his alma mater for a three-year stint before becoming Troy’s head coach in 2022.

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FBC--STANFORD-PRITCHARD

Andrew Luck hires Tavita Pritchard as Stanford’s head football coach

SUMMARY: Former Stanford quarterback Tavita Pritchard has returned to Stanford as head football coach. General manager Andrew Luck announced the move on Friday. Pritchard takes over from interim coach Frank Reich, who led Stanford to a 4-7 record this season. Pritchard, who played with Luck at Stanford, will start the job on Monday. He previously served as an assistant at Stanford from 2010 to 2022 before joining the NFL’s Washington Commanders. Pritchard expressed gratitude for returning to Stanford and aims to build a championship program. Washington coach Dan Quinn praised Pritchard as a fantastic head coach.

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SOC--US SOCCER-WORLD CUP LEGACY

US Soccer has bold plans for the World Cup legacy

SUMMARY: The last time the United States hosted the World Cup, U.S. Soccer built on the the financial infusion and the public’s excitement to help launch Major League Soccer. Much has changed with the 2026 World Cup. This time the tournament is hosted by three nations, with the United States joined by Mexico and Canada. And the financial windfall will mostly go to FIFA. So what will the World Cup’s legacy be for U.S. soccer’s governing body in the coming years? The non-profit is undertaking ambitious and sprawling projects to boost the game in the United States from the youth ranks to the pros.

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SOC--WWCUP-2031-PROPOSED SITES

14 US stadiums proposed among 20 possible sites for 2031 Women’s World Cup

SUMMARY: The United States Soccer Federation proposed 14 American sites among 20 possible venues to host games of the 2031 Women’s World Cup, including seven U.S. stadiums to be used for next year’s men’s tournament. FIFA has released the bid book for the 2031 and 2035 women’s tournaments. There is only one bidder for each, a U.S.-Mexico-Costa Rica-Jamaica proposal for 2031 and a United Kingdom plan for 2035. FIFA is to formally confirm the bids at its congress on April 30. Twenty-six additional U.S. stadiums were mentioned as suitable American venues for a 48-nation tournament the bidders project would draw 4.5 million fans.

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CAR--F1-QATAR GP PREVIEW

Piastri takes pole for Qatar GP sprint race with Norris third and Verstappen sixth

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