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World Cup: Ecuador rallies to knock off Germany and advance
Gonzalo Plata's tally in the 77th minute propels Ecuador to a 2-1 upset victory over Germany, which had already won the group, and into the knockout round.
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World Cup: Ivory Coast advances to first knockout round
Behind a brace from Nicolas Pépé, Les Éléphants shut out Curaçao 2-0 to make it out of the group stage for the first time in four tournaments.
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Dodgers’ scrappy Alex Call embraces being ‘a pest’
Call, who made the most of extra time in the lineup this week, prides himself on extending at-bats, making quality contact and being “someone who is going to be a…
What to know about Harvey Weinstein’s cases after a rape charge was dropped
New York prosecutors dropped a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein after his accuser chose not to endure a fourth trial on the matter.
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Leaders and celebrities react after powerful quakes hit Venezuela
International leaders and celebrities are sending rescue teams and aid to Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes left 164 people dead.
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Los Alamitos consensus picks for Friday, June 26, 2026
The consensus box of Los Alamitos horse racing picks comes from handicappers Bob Mieszerski, Eddie Wilson, Kevin Modesti and Mark Ratzky. Here are the picks for thoroughbred races on Friday,…
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Ducks sign Ian Moore to a 2-year contract extension
The 24-year-old defenseman inks a one-way deal, with a total value of $2.3 million, through the 2027-28 NHL season.
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Alexander: What now for the Lakers?
The Austin Reaves deal was one they had to make, but several other moves and decisions are needed to become a championship contender.
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12 Orange County cities allow the sale of safe and sane fireworks, here’s what you need to know
Fire officials warn not to tamper with fireworks or let children handle them and cities warn about fines for the use of illegal fireworks.
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Jury deadlocked in Palisades fire trial
A 30-year-old ex-rideshare driver has been accused of setting what eventually became the Palisades fire, the most destructive wildfire in Los Angeles city history.