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Oakland A’s Icon Rickey Henderson Dead at 65 After Bout with Pneumonia
Rickey Henderson, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in baseball history and a cornerstone of the Oakland Athletics, has passed away at the age of 65. Henderson, who had been undergoing treatment for pneumonia, died Friday in the Oakland area, leaving the baseball world mourning the loss of a Hall of Famer whose impact on the game was unparalleled. 
Rickey Henderson, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in baseball history and a cornerstone of the Oakland Athletics, has passed away at the age of 65. Henderson, who had been undergoing treatment for pneumonia, died Friday in the Oakland area, leaving the baseball world mourning the loss of a Hall of Famer whose impact on the game was unparalleled. -
LeBron James Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Links to P. Diddy Amid UFC Fighter’s Claims
LeBron James, the four-time NBA MVP and star of the Los Angeles Lakers, finds himself at the center of a growing controversy linking him to embattled music mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs. The situation began after UFC fighter Colby Covington resurfaced comments James made in a livestream years ago, praising Diddy's legendary parties. The remarks, coupled with recent allegations against Combs, have led to speculation about James' association with the music producer. 
LeBron James, the four-time NBA MVP and star of the Los Angeles Lakers, finds himself at the center of a growing controversy linking him to embattled music mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs. The situation began after UFC fighter Colby Covington resurfaced comments James made in a livestream years ago, praising Diddy's legendary parties. The remarks, coupled with recent allegations against Combs, have led to speculation about James' association with the music producer. -
Randy Moss Steps Aside from ESPN’s NFL Coverage to Focus on Health, Seeks 'Prayer Warriors'
Randy Moss, the Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver who for nearly a decade has been a central figure on ESPN's "Sunday NFL Countdown," is stepping away from the broadcast booth to address a personal health issue. The network announced the decision on Friday, saying Moss would be gone for "an extended time," and while no specific timetable has been set, both ESPN and Moss himself have made it clear that he has the company's full support in his absence. 
Randy Moss, the Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver who for nearly a decade has been a central figure on ESPN's "Sunday NFL Countdown," is stepping away from the broadcast booth to address a personal health issue. The network announced the decision on Friday, saying Moss would be gone for "an extended time," and while no specific timetable has been set, both ESPN and Moss himself have made it clear that he has the company's full support in his absence. -
56 Dead in Guinea Stadium Stampede Amid Soccer Match Chaos
A catastrophic stampede at a soccer stadium in Nzérékoré, Guinea, has claimed the lives of 56 people and left numerous others injured. The tragedy unfolded on Sunday during the final of a local soccer tournament, an event organized to honor Guinea's military leader, Mamadi Doumbouya. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and demands for accountability as authorities investigate the root causes of the disaster. 
A catastrophic stampede at a soccer stadium in Nzérékoré, Guinea, has claimed the lives of 56 people and left numerous others injured. The tragedy unfolded on Sunday during the final of a local soccer tournament, an event organized to honor Guinea's military leader, Mamadi Doumbouya. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and demands for accountability as authorities investigate the root causes of the disaster. -
Jake Paul Defeats Boxing Legend Mike Tyson in Unanimous Decision, Fans Question Legacy Matches
Jake Paul defeated boxing legend Mike Tyson via unanimous decision Friday night, thrilling a crowd of 72,300 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The YouTuber-turned-boxer controlled much of the fight against Tyson, earning scores of 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73 from the judges. With the victory, Paul now holds an 11-1 professional record, including seven knockouts, and becomes the sixth fighter to defeat Tyson in his storied career. 
Jake Paul defeated boxing legend Mike Tyson via unanimous decision Friday night, thrilling a crowd of 72,300 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The YouTuber-turned-boxer controlled much of the fight against Tyson, earning scores of 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73 from the judges. With the victory, Paul now holds an 11-1 professional record, including seven knockouts, and becomes the sixth fighter to defeat Tyson in his storied career. -
Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela’s Cause of Death Revealed
The cause of death for Fernando Valenzuela, the beloved Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher whose career inspired "Fernandomania" and cemented him as a sports icon, has been revealed as septic shock, according to his death certificate. Valenzuela, who passed away at 63, also suffered from underlying liver conditions, including decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis. 
The cause of death for Fernando Valenzuela, the beloved Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher whose career inspired "Fernandomania" and cemented him as a sports icon, has been revealed as septic shock, according to his death certificate. Valenzuela, who passed away at 63, also suffered from underlying liver conditions, including decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis. -
Violent Assaults on Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam Spark Diplomatic Tensions, Dozens Arrested
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the Netherlands to increase security for Israeli citizens following a series of violent assaults on Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans in Amsterdam on Thursday. The attacks, which Dutch authorities have labeled as antisemitic incidents, occurred after a Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, sparking diplomatic tensions and widespread condemnation. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the Netherlands to increase security for Israeli citizens following a series of violent assaults on Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans in Amsterdam on Thursday. The attacks, which Dutch authorities have labeled as antisemitic incidents, occurred after a Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, sparking diplomatic tensions and widespread condemnation. -
Olympic Boxer Imane Khelif Files Legal Action Over Gender Eligibility Claims
Imane Khelif, the Algerian Olympic boxing champion, is taking legal action against individuals and media outlets following a series of reports that she claims misuse and misrepresent her medical records. The move, supported by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), comes after a swirl of controversy during the Paris 2024 Games, where Khelif captured the women's welterweight gold medal amid a storm of speculation regarding her gender eligibility. 
Imane Khelif, the Algerian Olympic boxing champion, is taking legal action against individuals and media outlets following a series of reports that she claims misuse and misrepresent her medical records. The move, supported by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), comes after a swirl of controversy during the Paris 2024 Games, where Khelif captured the women's welterweight gold medal amid a storm of speculation regarding her gender eligibility. -
Yankees Face $36 Million Decision as Gerrit Cole Opts Out of Contract: Report
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole has opted out of his contract, leaving the Yankees with a critical choice: add a fifth year worth $36 million to keep him or let him test free agency. Cole, who had four years and $144 million remaining, activated the opt-out clause Saturday, setting a Sunday night deadline for the Yankees to decide. Adding the extra year would secure Cole through 2028 at a total of $180 million. 
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole has opted out of his contract, leaving the Yankees with a critical choice: add a fifth year worth $36 million to keep him or let him test free agency. Cole, who had four years and $144 million remaining, activated the opt-out clause Saturday, setting a Sunday night deadline for the Yankees to decide. Adding the extra year would secure Cole through 2028 at a total of $180 million. -
Chiefs Trade for DeAndre Hopkins as Injury-Riddled Receiving Corps Gets Major Boost; Tyreek Hill Reacts
The Kansas City Chiefs made headlines this week by acquiring star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins from the Tennessee Titans in a trade that is expected to bolster their offense as they aim for a third consecutive Super Bowl title. Hopkins, 32, joins the Chiefs' receiving corps following a string of injuries to key players, including Rashee Rice, Marquise Brown, and JuJu Smith-Schuster. This high-profile trade comes at a critical juncture for the Chiefs, who remain undefeated this season with a 6-0 record. 
The Kansas City Chiefs made headlines this week by acquiring star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins from the Tennessee Titans in a trade that is expected to bolster their offense as they aim for a third consecutive Super Bowl title. Hopkins, 32, joins the Chiefs' receiving corps following a string of injuries to key players, including Rashee Rice, Marquise Brown, and JuJu Smith-Schuster. This high-profile trade comes at a critical juncture for the Chiefs, who remain undefeated this season with a 6-0 record.
