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US and Iran exchange intensifying fire across the Mideast, threatening the interim deal to end war
The US launched new airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran responded by targeting Gulf countries, threatening an interim deal to end the war.
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PepsiCo says economic concerns weighed on customers in North American during recent quarter
PepsiCo reported stronger than expected revenue in the second quarter despite weaker demand in North America amid tightening budgets.
Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75
Grammy nominated singer Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced Welsh pop star known for “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75.
Who’s playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for July 9
Here's who is playing in the FIFA men's World Cup on TV today and how to watch France vs. Morocco.
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Nneka Ogwumike leads Sparks past Fever in Caitlin Clark’s return
In her first game since she and teammate Kelsey Plum were named All-Star reserves, Ogwumike has 24 points to lead a balanced effort as the Sparks halt their three-game losing…
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Mookie Betts drives in go-ahead run late as Dodgers take 2 of 3 from Rockies
The Dodgers took an early lead in all three games against the last-place Rockies only to let that slip away each time. Betts’ RBI single in the eighth inning gives…
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Blake Snell ‘pain-free’ and excited about returning to Dodgers’ rotation
Snell says the surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow has left him throwing better than ever, which makes him anxious to complete his recovery – “I can’t wait…
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Mike Trout returns to Angels’ lineup, plans to keep playing center field regularly
Trout, who missed 17 games with a hamstring injury before returning as the DH on Wednesday, says his goal is continue playing center field regularly. Manager Kurt Suzuki suggests that,…
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Jo Adell’s 2 homers lead eruption as Angels end losing streak
Adell drives in five runs with his two blasts and Mike Trout, fresh off the injured list, hits a homer, as the Angels pummel the Rangers, 13-1. Vaughn Grissom has…
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A Mexican village warned of a cartel offensive during the World Cup. Then the drone attacks began
As Mexico focuses security on World Cup host cities, cartel drones attacked the rural community of Guajes de Ayala, leaving residents under siege.