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SOC FIFA COUNCIL
DESCRIPTION: The FIFA Council meets, with governance reforms and proposals for increased funding to member associations expected to be among the issues discussed.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 3:00 a.m. EDT, Text
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GLF--LPGA SHANGHAI
DESCRIPTION: First round of the Buick LPGA Shanghai tournament, the first of four LPGA tournaments in four weeks on the so-called Asian swing.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 5:00 a.m. EDT, Text
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FBN--JAGUARS-LONDON-FUTURE
DESCRIPTION: With the Jaguars on the rise, UK fans nervous about team’s plan to re-evaluate its London strategy. By Ken Maguire. 750 words; photos.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT, Text, Photo
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BKN--ATLANTIC DIVISION PREVIEW
DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK — When LeBron James decided to continue his career in Philadelphia, it was clear the 76ers wouldn’t look like the team the New York Knicks crushed in four games in the playoffs. After winning their first title since 1973, the Knicks welcome new challengers, including the NBA’s career scoring leader now in their Atlantic Division.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT
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BKN--SOUTHWEST DIVISION PREVIEW
DESCRIPTION: Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs ended a six-year playoff drought and went all the way to the NBA Finals last season. Needless to say, they’re ready for more, but could get pushed by Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in their own division. By Schuyler Dixon.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT
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FBC--BIG 12 THIS WEEK
DESCRIPTION: This midseason matchup of undefeated teams, and the first two teams left out out of the College Football Playoff last season, could have huge implications when this season’s 12-team CFP field is set in December. No. 8 BYU hosts No. 2 Notre Dame. In a big conference game, No. 18 Oklahoma State goes to No. 20 Houston. By Stephen Hawkins. 600 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 7:00 a.m. EDT, Text, FilePhoto
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FBC--BIG TEN THIS WEEK
DESCRIPTION: The winners of the last two national champions face off Saturday when No. 5 Indiana hosts No. 4 Ohio State in the biggest game of a loaded Big Ten schedule. By Steve Megargee. 535 words, with photos.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 7:35 a.m. EDT, Text, Photo
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BKN--NBA-CHANGING COACHES
DESCRIPTION: The last time Dusty May coached a real game, he won an NCAA title. And now he’s in the NBA with Dallas, one of six coaches in new roles this season – one of four first-timers in the league. By Basketball Writer Tim Reynolds. Text, photos.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 11:00 a.m. EDT, Text, Photo
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FBC--T25-OHIO ST-INDIANA PREVIEW
DESCRIPTION: When No. 4 Indiana and No. 5 Ohio State in Saturday’s Big Ten championship game rematch, it could be all about the ground games. Both teams have been proficient running the ball -- and stopping the run. By Michael Marot. 600 words, with photos. With FBC--T25-Ohio St.-Indiana Preview Capsule.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 12:00 p.m. EDT, Text
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FBC--T25-FLORIDA-TEXAS PREVIEW
DESCRIPTION: AUSTIN, Texas — Three weeks ago, the Texas-Florida matchup looked like a blockbuster. The Longhorns were No. 1 behind quarterback Arch Manning and the Gators were storming up the rankings behind first-year coach John Sumrall. Those were the good times. By Jim Vertuno
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 1:00 p.m. EDT, Text
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FBC--MIDSEASON ALL-AMERICA TEAM
DESCRIPTION: The Associated Press announces its midseason All-America team. By College Football Writer Eric Olson. 600 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 1:00 p.m. EDT, Text, Photo
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BKL--WNBA FINALS-FOCUSE NAKASE
DESCRIPTION: SAN FRANCISCO -- Natalie Nakase had just been hired for her first head coaching job when she asked Tiffany Hayes to take a chance on something brand new and join her in San Francisco and start something special with the expansion Golden State Valkyries. Hayes had absolutely no reservations and the answer was a resounding yes. Nakase had been an assistant with the Las Vegas Aces and the veteran guard learned so much about her position from the fiery, high-energy coach. Now, after Hayes missed the team’s playoffs as an expansion franchise last year because of injury, the two are in the WNBA Finals chasing a championship together. By Janie McCauley. 1000 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 7:00 p.m. EDT, Text, FilePhoto
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BBO--NLCS--BREWERS-DODGERS
DESCRIPTION: Milwaukee goes for a sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the NLCS.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT, Text
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FBN--SEAHAWKS-BRONCOS
DESCRIPTION: Seattle Seahawks plays Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. 300 words, more on merit.
UPCOMING: By 10/15/2026 11:45 p.m. EDT, Text, Photo
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BBO--NLCS-BREWERS-DODGERS
Brewers stun Dodgers with back-to-back homers in 7th inning and take 3-0 lead in NLCS with 6-2 win
SUMMARY: Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell hit back-to-back homers off Blake Snell in the seventh inning to help the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series. The win gave the Brewers a commanding 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. The Dodgers had just gone ahead 2-1 in the sixth before the Brewers’ comeback. The loss puts the two-time defending World Series champions on the brink of elimination. Game 4 is Thursday at Dodger Stadium. The Brewers extended their lead with additional runs in the eighth and ninth. The Dodgers have struggled offensively, with no home runs in the series.
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BBO--ASTROS-ESPADA
Houston Astros do not renew Joe Espada’s contract, part ways with their manager
SUMMARY: Joe Espada is out as manager of the Houston Astros after the team decided not to renew his contract. The team announced the decision Wednesday, while also parting ways with several members of his coaching staff. Espada’s contract is set to expire at the end of this month. Team owner Jim Crane says “we are thankful for Joe’s hard work, his passion for the game, and for his commitment to the Houston Astros.” The move comes after the Astros won the AL West at 81-81 and become the first team in Major League Baseball history to reach the playoffs in a non-shortened season without a winning record.
WORDS: 560 - MOVED: 10/15/2026 12:42 a.m. EDT
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BBO--NLCS-DODGERS-OHTANI
Shohei Ohtani at No. 6, a lone single, and the Dodgers staring at elimination
SUMMARY: Shohei Ohtani singled after being dropped to sixth in the order for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers lost 6-2 to the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series, leaving them trailing 3-0 and on the brink of elimination. It’s the lowest Ohtani has hit since joining the Dodgers three years ago. Manager Dave Roberts wanted to alternate hitters against Milwaukee’s left-handed starter. Ohtani has been struggling with injuries and is hitting .182 over seven postseason games. He hasn’t homered since August.
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SOC--MLS-NYCFC-MIAMI
Messi assists as Inter Miami clinches MLS playoff berth with 2-0 win over NYCFC
SUMMARY: Rodrigo De Paul scored on an assist from Lionel Messi and Germán Berterame added a goal to send reigning champion Inter Miami back to the MLS playoffs with a 2-0 win over New York City FC on Wednesday night. Luis Suárez also assisted for Inter Miami, which has won back-to-back matches for the first time since July. Miami missed the postseason when Messi arrived in 2023, but has reached the playoffs the past three seasons, losing in the first round to Atlanta United in 2024 then beating Vancouver last year to win the club’s first MLS Cup
WORDS: 253 - MOVED: 10/14/2026 9:54 p.m. EDT
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FBN--RAMS-JACKSON SUSPENSION
Rams lineman Alaric Jackson has suspension reduced to 1 game for punching Bills’ Chubb
SUMMARY: Los Angeles Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson to had his two-game suspension for punching a member of the Buffalo Bills reduced to one game on Wednesday after appealing the initial ruling. Hearing officer Derrick Brooks, jointly appointed by the NFL and the NFLPA, reduced the suspension. Jackson was disciplined without pay for striking Buffalo linebacker Bradley Chubb in the face after their teams’ overtime game Monday night. He will not play in the Rams’ game against Arizona on Sunday, but now will be eligible for the Oct. 25 meeting at Las Vegas. David Quessenberry will be the Rams’ starting left tackle against the Cardinals.
WORDS: 338 - MOVED: 10/14/2026 9:39 p.m. EDT
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BBO--ALCS-RAYS-GUARDIANS-PREVIEW
Rays and Guardians to play ALCS Game 3 in afternoon to beat rain. NLCS game also moved up
SUMMARY: Game 3 of the American League Championship Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians has been changed to a 1 p.m. start because of the threat of rain Thursday night. Major League Baseball moved up the start time in Cleveland five hours to keep the series on schedule. MLB also moved up the start of Game 4 of the NL Championship Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers an hour for broadcast purposes. The best-of-seven ALCS is even at 1-all after the Rays’ 3-1 victory Tuesday night. Griffin Jax is scheduled to start Game 3 for Tampa Bay against Guardians ace Gavin Williams.
WORDS: 797 - MOVED: 10/14/2026 7:36 p.m. EDT
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BKL--WNBA FINALS-VALKYRIES’ RISE
Owner Joe Lacob believed in Valkyries from Day 1, but reaching WNBA Finals in second year remarkable
SUMMARY: The women’s basketball franchise Joe Lacob always envisioned while owning the Golden State Warriors has come together in all the right ways and in short order – from relatable players other teams overlooked to leadership from the top down and smart branding with a raven “bestie” Violet who flew through the arena earlier this season. Just don’t call her a mascot. On Saturday, Lacob will be there cheering from courtside as his Golden State Valkyries begin their quest for a WNBA championship in just Year 2 of existence. And whatever happens, Lacob is immensely proud.
WORDS: 1077 - MOVED: 10/14/2026 6:57 p.m. EDT
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US--49ERS PLAYER SHOOTING ARRESTS
4 arrested in the shooting of San Francisco 49ers player Keion White at a Super Bowl party
SUMMARY: Four men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Keion White at a nightclub in February. The shooting occurred Feb. 9 at the Dahlia nightclub where White was hosting a private Super Bowl party. San Francisco Police Chief Derrick Lew says authorities arrested the men last week with the help of law enforcement agencies in various cities. Two of the men will appear in court Wednesday and face various firearm charges. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins says prosecutors will seek no bail for one man due to the public safety risk they say he poses.
WORDS: 397 - MOVED: 10/14/2026 6:26 p.m. EDT
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SOC--CHAMPIONS-LEAGUE ROUNDUP
PSG piles more woe on scandal-hit Man City in Champions League, Real Madrid leaves it late in Rome
SUMMARY: Paris Saint-Germain piled more misery upon scandal-hit Manchester City with a 4-2 win while Real Madrid struck three late goals to defeat Roma 4-3 in the Champions League. PSG, the two-time defending champion, produced an impervious first-half performance with three goals first-half goals to leave the home fans including former City coach Pep Guardiola stunned at the break. Antonio Rüdiger was Real Madrid’s unlikely hero with a last-minute winner at Roma. Madrid substitutes Carlos Espí and Endrick scored within three minutes from the 85th to tie the game, then Rüdiger got the winner from close range after a corner. Bradley Barcola scored a hat trick and Liverpool coasted to a 6-3 win at Austria’s LASK.
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BKO--SEC-MEDIA DAYS
SEC’s Greg Sankey warns of conference-only rules if Congress fails on college sports
SUMMARY: Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey says the league is considering its own rules for college sports if Congress doesn’t establish national standards. Speaking at SEC basketball media days, Sankey emphasized the need for federal help but noted the conference might take a more active role if Congress falls short. Last month, the Senate passed a bill to regulate college sports, addressing athlete payments and transfers. Sankey also discussed expanding the College Football Playoff from 12 to 24 teams, showing more openness to the idea. He addressed the issue of professional athletes returning to college, restating the SEC’s stance against it.
WORDS: 779 - MOVED: 10/14/2026 6:03 p.m. EDT
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FBN--PRO PICKS-WEEK 6
Pro Picks: 49ers will beat the Commanders to become the first 6-0 team in NFL this season
SUMMARY: Dan Quinn is coming off one of the all-time worst coaching blunders. Kyle Shanahan’s team is undefeated after beating the defending Super Bowl champions on the road. The two coaches going in opposite directions meet Monday night when the Washington Commanders visit the San Francisco 49ers. They have history. Shanahan was Quinn’s offensive coordinator in Atlanta when the Falcons blew a 28-3 lead against Tom Brady and the Patriots in Super Bowl 51. Atlanta’s time management was poor in that one. Jayden Daniels had a big day running the ball against the Giants until forgetting how to stop the clock with a spike.
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HKN--PLAYER SAFETY-BEHIND THE SCENES
A wall of screens, 32 teams and 1 mission: How NHL Player Safety tracks trouble in real time
SUMMARY: The NHL’s Player Safety room in Manhattan is buzzing with activity, especially on busy nights when all 32 teams are in action. This room is crucial for monitoring head injuries and determining disciplinary actions. Concussion spotters are on the front lines, alerting team medical staff about potential head injuries. The process for supplemental discipline begins here, with detailed reports and video clips sent to the department. George Parros, who oversees player safety decisions, reviews these reports. The system, established in 2011, ensures that every incident is noticed, even if decisions aren’t always agreed upon.
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FBN--SEAHAWKS-BRONCOS PREVIEW
Seahawks and Broncos dealing with top defenses and shaky QB play as they kick off Week 6
SUMMARY: The Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos kick off Week 6 on Thursday night. Both teams are trying to avoid a third loss, which would match last year’s total for each team’s full season. The game features two strong defenses and struggling quarterbacks. Seattle’s Sam Darnold has thrown five interceptions in three games, while Denver’s Bo Nix has seen a decline in his performance. The Seahawks have the best road winning percentage since 2024, and the Broncos have the second-best home record. The game airs at 8:15 p.m. EDT on Prime Video.
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BKL--WNBA FINALS-REESE CENTER STAGE
Angel Reese caps tumultuous journey, takes center stage with the Dream in the WNBA Finals
SUMMARY: Angel Reese is the biggest star left on the WNBA’s brightest stage as she gets her first chance at winning a pro championship. It’s been a tumultuous journey but coming to Atlanta this season has been the perfect move for the three-time All-Star. She has done so much this year to silence many of her critics. Leading the Dream to a title would quiet the rest of them when the best-of-seven series against the Golden State Valkyries begins Saturday in California. Reese is the first player from the heralded 2024 draft class that saw Caitlin Clark go No. 1 to reach the finals as a starter.
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BBO--PHILLIES-MATTINGLY
The Phillies are keeping Don Mattingly as manager on a 2-year deal
SUMMARY: The Philadelphia Phillies are keeping Don Mattingly as manager on a two-year contract. Mattingly led the Phillies to a 79-55 record and a spot in the playoffs after he replaced the fired Rob Thomson in late April. The Phillies lost in three games to the Atlanta Braves in the NL Wild Card Series. The Phillies were 9-19 when they fired Thomson in April after he led the Phillies to four straight playoff appearances, including the 2022 World Series, and consecutive NL East titles.
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GLF--MIAMI-KAI TRUMP-INJURY
Miami freshman golfer Kai Trump, President Trump’s granddaughter, says she had wrist surgery
SUMMARY: Miami freshman golfer Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald Trump, has undergone surgery for a left wrist injury. She shared the news on social media, explaining that the injury occurred during her first tournament of the season. Kai Trump says she consulted with her family, coaches and athletic staff before deciding on surgery for her long-term health. Miami’s golf team has had a strong season with two tournament wins and a runner-up finish. Kai Trump expressed determination to heal and return to the game she loves, emphasizing patience and gratitude for her journey.
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