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US court says FCC exceeded authority over $9 billion telecom fund

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:20:28 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: A U.S. appeals court has ruled that the Federal Communications Commission exceeded its authority in establishing the mechanism behind a telecom subsidy program that collects about US$9 billion a year and helps provide communications services to millions of Americans.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit said that the FCC lacked legal authority in 1

IndyCar adding Barcelona, dropping Nashville; D.C. reportedly out, too

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:40:34 GMT

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Five-time series champion Alex Palou will get a hometown race next year when IndyCar stages an event at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Spain.

It will mark IndyCar's first foray outside of North America since a 2013 race in Sao Paulo, Brazil. A North American-based open-wheel racing series last competed in Europe in 2007, when Champ Car put on an event in Assen, Netherlan

Fresh off dominant debut, revamped Blazers face Kings

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:25:12 GMT

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Damian Lillard said he had heard all the chatter about how he wouldn't be the same ol' Dame after the serious Achilles injury and turning 36 years old.

It took him just one game to silence that narrative.

Lillard will look to post a second straight stellar effort when the Portland Trail Blazers attempt to follow up their dominating season debut and battle the host Sacrame

Warriors try to regroup against revamped Grizzlies

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:55:15 GMT

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When the Grizzlies traded Ja Morant away in the offseason, they were left without a true face of the franchise.

As the team heads to San Francisco for the first game of a four-game road trip against the Golden State Warriors on Friday night, the Grizzlies will try to continue proving that they can win without bona fide superstars.

An unlikely name turned heads nationally in M

Underwhelming Jazz look to bounce back against Pelicans

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:40:33 GMT

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Taking a step forward this season might be more complicated for the Utah Jazz than expected.

Questions already surround the Jazz entering their Friday home opener against the New Orleans Pelicans following an ugly loss in the season opener.

Utah fell 123-103 at Memphis on Wednesday night. Fueled by a career-high 45 points on 17-of-25 shooting from Ty Jerome, the Grizzlies

Justin Barron has career night, Blues trump Golden Knights

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:05:09 GMT

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Justin Barron had a goal and three assists in the St. Louis Blues' 6-2 win over the visiting Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday.

The Blues are on a two-game winning streak and are 3-0-1 on home ice this season.

It was a career night for Barron, who had never tallied more than two points in a game during his six NHL seasons. The defenseman had only nine points over 52 games with t

David Pastrnak scores 2 goals, Bruins thrash Predators

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:05:10 GMT

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David Pastrnak notched two goals and two assists, and Michael DiPietro stopped all 28 shots he faced in his first career shutout as the Boston Bruins beat the visiting Nashville Predators 6-0 on Thursday night.

Boston, which is 6-0-1 in its last seven games, scored twice in each period to cruise to the win.

Casey Mittelstadt netted the opening and eventual game-winning goa

Bulls, Bucks coaches aim to rebound from disappointing debuts

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:19:13 GMT

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After losing their openers with their new teams, both coaches will be looking for their first victories Friday when the visiting Chicago Bulls face the Milwaukee Bucks.

The Bulls aren't projected to contend in the Eastern Conference under first-year coach Tiago Splitter, but a 43-point season-opening loss to the host Toronto Raptors on Wednesday was far worse than expected.

Lamar Jackson hits practice field, Ravens like chances of return

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:19:09 GMT

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Lamar Jackson walked onto the practice field with teammates on Thursday with plans to participate as he works his way back from injuring his ankle on Oct. 4 against the Tennessee Titans.

The two-time MVP quarterback missed two games -- a Baltimore win at Atlanta and last week's loss in Cleveland -- recovering from the injury. He last played in the first half of the Ravens' We

Steelers place DT Sebastian Joseph-Day on IR

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:05:13 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Steelers placed defensive tackle Sebastian Joseph-Day on injured reserve Thursday.

Joseph-Day did not participate in Wednesday's practice due to a triceps injury. He will miss at least the next four games on IR.

Signed as an unrestricted free agent in the offseason, Joseph-Day has totaled 10 tackles and a fumble recovery in six games this season.

A Super

Utah suspends player arrested for allegedly sharing sex video

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:19:12 GMT

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Utah placed senior defensive tackle Jamal Wallace on 'indefinite suspension' after his arrest earlier this month on a misdemeanor charge of distribution of an intimate image.

Wallace was arrested Oct. 11 after a woman reported to police that he raped her and shared videos of the alleged assault on her Snapchat account, according to The Salt Lake Tribune.

'We were made aware of

Flory Bidunga, No. 11 Louisville take aim at Chattanooga in opener

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:19:08 GMT

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Pat Kelsey has shown he can win at Louisville, going a combined 51-19 in his first two seasons, with a pair of NCAA Tournament appearances.

Kelsey, however, has just one March Madness win, although he now might have the roster to change that.

The Cardinals, 11th in the preseason Associated Press poll and picked to finish third in the Atlantic Coast Conference behind Duke a

NBA roundup: Wolves' Anthony Edwards puts up 45 to beat Giannis, Heat

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:40:31 GMT

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Anthony Edwards scored 45 points as he and the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves spoiled Giannis Antetokounmpo's debut with the Miami Heat in an emphatic 131-106 season-opening win Wednesday night.

Edwards became just the third player in NBA history to record multiple 40-point games in season openers, joining Wilt Chamberlain and Michael Jordan. He shot 16-for-29 from the floor, in

Vikings welcome back key players for clash vs. banged-up Colts

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:25:15 GMT

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The Minnesota Vikings are about to welcome some reinforcements.

That could be good news for Minnesota (5-0) as it looks to stay undefeated when it plays the Indianapolis Colts (2-4) on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

The Vikings are coming off a bye that offered an opportunity for several injured players to rest and recover. The break arrived at a perfect time as four play

Damian Lillard shines in return to Blazers during rout of Suns

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:55:16 GMT

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Damian Lillard made six 3-pointers and scored 25 points in his first game in nearly 18 months and the Portland Trail Blazers opened the game with 21 consecutive points en route to a 124-83 dismantling of the visiting Phoenix Suns in the season opener for both teams on Wednesday.

Lillard, who tore his left Achilles tendon during the 2025 postseason for the Milwaukee Bucks, excel

Ty Jerome puts up career-best 45 points as Grizzlies stomp Jazz

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:05:16 GMT

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Ty Jerome scored a career-high 45 points, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 123-103 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Wednesday in the opening game of the season for both teams.

Jerome stepped into the starting point guard role following the departure of two-time All-Star Ja Morant, who was dealt to Portland during the offseason. Jerome broke the franchise record, held by

"No one can defeat nature, but CM can protect people": TN Minister Sengottaiyan on monsoon preparedness

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:58:41 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 22 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Minister Sengottaiyan stated that the Chief Minister has issued comprehensive directives to all state government departments regarding precautionary and relief measures to be carried out ahead of the rainy season.

Speaking to reporters here Wednesday on monsoon preparedness, the Minister emphasised the administration's readiness to mitigate weather-relate

Giants hand keys to J.J. McCarthy, hit road to face Texans

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:19:12 GMT

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The New York Giants are hitting the road in first place in the NFC East but handing the keys to their third quarterback in the past six games when they touch down in Houston to face the Texans on Sunday.

New York coach John Harbaugh confirmed Wednesday that J.J. McCarthy has been promoted to the QB1 role over Jameis Winston, who had operated as the starter since Jaxso

Browns carry momentum from comeback win into Titans clash

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:40:28 GMT

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Cleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson hosted a team party after last week's dramatic comeback victory over the Baltimore Ravens, which moved the Browns into a share of first place in the AFC North.

Should Cleveland defeat the host Tennessee Titans on Sunday, would Watson continue the tradition? As Watson sees it, neither he nor the 4-2 Browns would object.

'This is definite

Bruins follow productive road trip with visit from Predators

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:05:06 GMT

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The Boston Bruins are back from a road trip that they will not soon forget.

With seven of a possible eight points in the bank over the last 10 days, Boston looks to maintain its momentum against the visiting Nashville Predators on Thursday night.

The Bruins came up just short of a perfect trip, dropping a 3-2 overtime loss to the Dallas Stars on Tuesday after sweeping a th

Golf Glance: PGA Tour returns in Bermuda; LPGA and DP World Tour in South Korea

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:25:13 GMT

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The PGA Tour returns to Bermuda, the LPGA continues its Asian swing, the Champions Tour begins its three-event playoffs and the grind is on for DP World Tour playoff spots in South Korea.

PGA TOUR

THIS WEEK: Butterfield Bermuda Championship, Southampton, Oct. 22-25

Course: Port Royal Golf Course (Par 71, 6,828 Yards)

Purse: $6M (Winner: $1.08M)

Defending Ch

Reports: Former Titan attempted to retrieve gun after fight in practice

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:55:08 GMT

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Jordan Elliott, the defensive lineman released Tuesday by the Tennessee Titans, reportedly went to his car to retrieve a gun after an altercation in practice last Thursday.

Ordered to leave the field after a scuffle with right tackle JC Latham, Elliott took off his pads, left the facility and went to the players' lot where security cameras captured the scene, per multiple repor

Reports: Former Titan retrieved gun after fight in practice

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:55:16 GMT

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Jordan Elliott, the defensive lineman released Tuesday by the Tennessee Titans, reportedly went to his car to retrieve a gun after an altercation in practice last Thursday.

No. 12 Kentucky tries to avenge 2025 loss to Vanderbilt

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 06:55:07 GMT

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Will Stein was hired to turn around Kentucky's football fortunes. The 37-year-old coach didn't require much time.

Stein is the first Wildcats coach to start his initial season with a 6-1 record since Alpha Brumage in 1913. He will look to steer No. 12 Kentucky to another victory when the Wildcats face struggling Vanderbilt on Saturday night in Southeastern Conference play at Lex

Rare losing streak haunts No. 13 Alabama with Texas A&M next

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:05:12 GMT

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Alabama is in territory it hasn't charted in nearly two decades.

The No. 13 Crimson Tide are coming off consecutive losses to Georgia and Tennessee, which marks the first time the program has lost back-to-back regular-season games since the four games leading up to the 2007 Independence Bowl.

To quiet some of the noise, head coach Kalen DeBoer could use a win when Alabama

No. 11 Tennessee hopes to stay hot in visit to South Carolina

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 03:40:11 GMT

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During a chaotic Week 7, No. 11 Tennessee did its part in the Third Saturday in October tradition in Knoxville with a win over Alabama. Still, the team must hit the road against a well-rested South Carolina squad in Columbia, S.C., on Saturday afternoon.

After going 0-4 against ranked Southeastern Conference schools last season, the Volunteers (6-1, 3-1 SEC) on Saturday not

Damian Lillard, Ja Morant lead new-look Blazers vs. Suns

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:19:06 GMT

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Damian Lillard is recovered from his Achilles injury and Ja Morant was acquired in a trade, giving the Portland Trail Blazers a guard-heavy squad as they open the season against the visiting Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night.

Both Lillard and Morant will be in new coach Micah Nori's starting lineup against the Suns. Veteran Jrue Holiday and youngster Scoot Henderson will come of

Moving on from Ja Morant, Grizzlies host Jazz in season opener

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:40:12 GMT

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The post-Ja Morant Era will begin for the Memphis Grizzlies when they host the Utah Jazz on Wednesday.

After seven seasons with the two-time NBA All-Star selection, the Grizzlies will be under new direction at point guard -- Ty Jerome -- and rebuilding around a young nucleus that includes 7-foot-4 center Zach Edey, second-year wing Cedric Coward and 2026 first-round draft pick C

Knicks' opener at MSG on pace to smash NBA ticket price record

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:19:11 GMT

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The confluence of the New York Knicks beginning their title defense on opening night of the 2026-27 season while hosting LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers has put the game on pace to set an all-time record for ticket prices to an NBA regular-season game.

The get-in price for tickets to Tuesday night's game at Madison Square Garden spiked to $2,168 by midday, accordin

"Rahul Gandhi has every right to question SIR process": Former TN BJP chief Annamalai

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:36:54 GMT

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 20 (ANI): Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had the right to question the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process but cautioned against undermining democratic institutions.

"Rahul Gandhi has every right to question the SIR process, but institutional damage should not be caused," he said.

Annamalai also criticised the handl

Titans cut DL Jordan Elliott after 'incident' at team facility

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:55:18 GMT

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The Tennessee Titans released defensive lineman Jordan Elliott on Tuesday following 'an incident' at the team facility last week.

'On Thursday, October 15, there was an incident at our team facility involving Jordan Elliott,' the team said in a statement. 'Following our review of the incident, we have made the decision to release Elliott from our roster. We will have no further

Ranji Trophy: Ruturaj's century, Sai Kishore's ten-fer, Harpreet, Shahbaz heroics highlights of round 2, day three

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:37:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 20 (ANI): Ruturaj Gaikwad, Harpreet Brar, Shahbaz Ahmed, Sai Kishore were among the stars as the second round of Ranji Trophy action reached its penultimate day on Tuesday.

The day witnessed Tamil Nadu beat Uttarakhand by an innings and 66 runs, while Uttar Pradesh, Bengal and Vidarbha also pulled off wins. Three-time champions Vidarbha in fact, survived a massive scare against de

UCLA's Nico Iamaleava has 'severe' knee injury that requires surgery

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:55:09 GMT

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UCLA head coach Bob Chesney stopped short of saying starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava would miss the rest of the 2026 season when he spoke with reporters on Monday, but reading between the lines suggests little hope for a fast return.

'Nico, he's going to be out,' Chesney said. 'It's severe. He's probably going to have surgery coming up here today or tomorrow.'

The ninth

Fresh off painful loss, Jets travel to take on Blues

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:19:18 GMT

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The St. Louis Blues and visiting Winnipeg Jets will both look to get back in the win column when they meet Tuesday night.

Both have lost two straight and the Jets have dropped three of their last four.

Winnipeg lost a 3-2 decision to the visiting Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday.

What made the defeat sting even more was that former Jet Nikolaj Ehlers scored the

Report: Colts CB Sauce Gardner (calf) week-to-week

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:25:06 GMT

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Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner is week-to-week with a mild calf strain sustained in Sunday's 26-20 home loss to the Tennessee Titans, NFL Network reported on Monday.

Gardner, acquired from the New York Jets at the trade deadline last November for two first-round picks and receiver Adonai Mitchell, was hurt in the third quarter. He attempted to return to the game

Colts fire GM Chris Ballard after loss to Titans

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:19:09 GMT

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The Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, one day after a 26-20 loss at home to the previously winless Tennessee Titans.

Ballard, 57, has held the position since January 2017 and signed a five-year contract extension in 2021. The Colts (2-4) made only two playoff appearances (2018, 2020) during his tenure.

Colts owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordo

TDP's toxic politics will become its own curse: YSRCP's Kasu Mahesh

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:07:28 GMT

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], October 19 (ANI): Former YSRCP MLA Kasu Mahesh Reddy on Monday alleged the TDP coalition was murdering democracy in the local-body elections and sowing a toxic political culture that would become its own curse.

Speaking in Narasaraopet, he said the government, fearing defeat in the local body elections, was using police to prevent YSRCP candidates from filing nominations throug

2026-27 NBA Preview: Power rankings

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:55:14 GMT

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There's an argument to be made that the previous season's champion should always be given the honor of topping power rankings to begin the following season.

I love to argue, so I'll take that debate.

Kudos to the New York Knicks for stunning the basketball world with an impressive run through the Eastern Conference playoffs and then a shocking upset over the San Anto

"CM monitoring every hour": TN Health Minister assures preparedness as IMD predicts heavy rainfall across state

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:32:10 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 19 (ANI): As the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues warnings of heavy to very heavy rainfall across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal, State Health Minister KG Arunraj reviewed monsoon preparedness and relief operations at the Directorate of Medical and Rural Health Services (DMS) campus.

Reassuring the public amidst ongoing weather alerts, Minister Arunraj

2026-27 NBA Preview: Southwest Division capsules

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:19:24 GMT

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1. San Antonio Spurs

2025-26 record: 62-20, first in Southwest, NBA Finals runner-up

Head coach: Mitch Johnson, third season (94-65)

Coming and going: San Antonio had little movement as it rides its young group that features center Victor Wembanyama and guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper. Signing Wembanyama to a five-year, $252 million extension boosted the dynast

NFL injury roundup: Falcons LB Kendal Daniels hospitalized after injury vs. Bears

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:19:13 GMT

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Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels left the game against the Chicago Bears on a stretcher on Sunday, a day when several frontline players made early exits due to injuries.

According to the Falcons, Daniels was conscious and had full movement of all extremities. He was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta for further evaluation.

'So far, the reports are

NFL roundup: Browns edge Ravens to grab share of AFC North lead

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:25:13 GMT

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Andre Szmyt kicked a 37-yard field goal as time expired to give the Cleveland Browns a 13-10 victory over the visiting Baltimore Ravens on Sunday and a share of first place in the AFC North.

Deshaun Watson connected with Jerry Jeudy on a 33-yard pass to the Baltimore 29-yard line with 22 seconds remaining to set up the decisive kick.

Szmyt's initial attempt from 42 yards w

Titans erase Colts' 13-point lead to capture first win

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:40:41 GMT

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Joey Slye connected on a tie-breaking 49-yard field goal with 2:03 left on Sunday as the visiting Tennessee Titans upset the Indianapolis Colts 26-20 for their first win of the season.

It was the third field goal of the game for Slye, who added a 44-yarder with 43 seconds remaining after Tennessee (1-5) got a fourth-down stop. The comeback from a 13-point halftime deficit g

Miami avoids rash of upsets, rises to No. 1 in AP Poll

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 19:05:04 GMT

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After a weekend full of upsets, Miami vaulted into the top spot of The Associated Press Top 25 poll for the first time in more than 20 years.

The Hurricanes (6-0) avoided the upset bug by holding off Florida State 43-35 in two overtimes on Saturday while ranked No. 3. They reached the top of the poll for the first time since 2002 after previous No. 1 Georgia fell 27-24 to Auburn

Wake Forest baseball coach Tom Walter placed on leave

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:55:15 GMT

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Wake Forest has placed longtime baseball coach Tom Walter on leave, the university confirmed.

The school issued a statement Saturday after Wake Forest-centered site Demon Deacons Digest reported the news. No reason for the move has been disclosed.

'Wake Forest baseball head coach Tom Walter is on leave effective October 14, 2026,' spokesperson Ryan Madden told the out

Nonpartisan group explains Tennessee's lengthy ballot questions

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:42:15 GMT

Residents of Tennessee will vote for more than just candidates on Nov. 3.

More than 4.3 million registered voters will have the chance to vote on three proposed constitutional amendments, appearing on this year’s ballot.

Debby Gould, president of the League of Women Vot

NY, U.S. quilters come together for National Quilt Project

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:41:42 GMT

Fiber artists in New York and nationwide are stitching together a portrait of America.

The National Quilt Project is a grassroots movement to gather quilt squares from across the country to make a single patchwork quilt. Each block depicts a piece of America in its 250th year of statehoo

Tennessee medical providers battle insurers over underpaid bills

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:28:36 GMT

A Tennessee medical service is speaking out against a practice called "downcoding," saying it cuts health insurance payouts and adds additional paperwork.

Senate Bill 2155, a proposal addressing the practice, was considered by the legislature this year but failed to pass. It woul

Voting eligibility for Indiana ex-offenders is clear

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:36:32 GMT

Misinformation is circulating in Indiana about whether justice-involved people can vote in the Nov. 3 midterms.

Indiana law automatically restores an ex-offender’s right to cast their ballot upon leaving prison and mandates they

Lamar Jackson Takes the Field at the Start of Practice

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:35:43 GMT

Ryan Mink

Lamar Jackson took what appears to be a significant step forward Thursday, as he was in uniform and on the field at the start of Ravens practice.

Jackson was a limited participant Wednesday and was not out there at the start of practice. A day later, he was at the front of the Ravens' quarterback line during individual drills.

It's a shot of optimism for Jackson's chances of playing in a key

Lamar Jackson Takes a Step Forward, But Still Limited at Practice

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:35:43 GMT

Ryan Mink

Lamar Jackson took a step forward Thursday in his return from his ankle injury, but he's still not full-go yet.

On Wednesday, Jackson was a limited participant who was not present at the start of practice. On Thursday, he was on the field at the start, in uniform, and at the front of the Ravens' quarterback line during individual drills.

Jackson was again listed as a limited participant Thur

Science Lab: Dear Cowboys, run the ball.

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:56:53 GMT

Patrik Walker

(Editor's note: The content provided is based on opinions and/or perspective of the DallasCowboys.com editorial staff and not the Cowboys football staff or organization.)

FRISCO, TXAhead of the 2026 season, the Dallas Cowboys promised balance for their high-flying offense. Six games into the season, the group is anything but, and it's actually getting worse despite weekly assu

Steelers place Joseph-Day on Reserve/Injured List

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:45:03 GMT

Teresa Varley

The Steelers placed defensive end Sebastian Joseph-Day on the Reserve/Injured List.

Joseph-Day signed with the Steelers as an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

Joseph-Day appeared in six games this season, recording 10 tackles, including one tackle for a loss, and a fumble recovery.

Joseph-Day has appeared in 111 games, with 90 starts, in nine seasons in the NFL. He has recor

Titans QB Cam Ward Knows The Team's Offense Needs to Be Better

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:20:28 GMT

Jim Wyatt

NASHVILLEQuarterback Cam Ward was excited to get in the win column.

But on Wednesday, as the Titans ramped up preparations for Sunday's game vs the Browns, Ward made it clear he knows there's plenty of work to be done on the offensive side of the ball.

"I think we all have to be better," Ward said. "I have to be better I am over-critical of myself on anything, whether it's t

49ers Sign DL Naquan Jones, Release LB Eugene Asante

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:15:00 GMT

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have signed DL Naquan Jones to the team's practice squad. In order to make room on the practice squad, the team released LB Eugene Asante.

Jones (6-3, 313) originally entered the NFL after signing with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2021. Throughout his five-year NFL career with the Titans (2021-23), Arizona Cardinals (2023-24), Miami Dolphins (20

Packers cross the lake to face Detroit

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:22:32 GMT

Green Bay has scored 28-plus points in each of the last three contests at Ford Field

The Green Bay Packers will go back on the road for the first time since Week 4 to take on the Lions in Detroit.

It is the earliest visit to Detroit for Green Bay since 2018 (Week 5).
The Packers lead the regular-season series, 106-78-7, and have won both postseason contests the two clubs have played.

Ravens Sign Jake Moody to Practice Squad

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:00:04 GMT

Clifton Brown

The Ravens have signed kicker Jake Moody to the practice squad for the second time this season.

Moody was on the practice squad for two weeks in early September and will once again provide competition for Tyler Loop.

Loop has made 10 of 13 field-goal attempts in 2026, including a walk-off 56-yarder in overtime to beat the Dallas Cowboys in Week 3 and the longest field goal in M&T Ban

Browns announce unofficial depth chart for Week 7 vs. the Titans

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:10:07 GMT

The Browns will travel to Nashville to face the Titans on Oct. 25 in Week 7

Kelsey Russo

The following is the unofficial depth chart for the Browns' Week 7 game on Sunday, Oct. 25 against the Titans at Nissan Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 1 p.m. ET, and the game can be seen on CBS.

Offense

Defense

Special Teams

*- rookie

()- injured

How the Ravens Can Rise to the Challenge as Schedule Gets Tougher

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:22:52 GMT

Ryan Mink

When the Ravens' schedule was released in May, one of the biggest takeaways was that the first month or so provided a chance for Head Coach Jesse Minter's tenure to have a strong start.

Through the first six games, the Ravens are 4-2. They're tied for the best record in the AFC North but trail the Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers in the division standings for now.

It's not as strong

Game Preview: Titans Host Cleveland Browns at Nissan Stadium

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE The Tennessee Titans (1-5) return home this week to face the Cleveland Browns (4-2). Kickoff at Nissan Stadium is scheduled for noon CDT on Sunday, Oct. 25.

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This week's matchup is the 71st all-time meeting between the former AFC Central division rivals, including playoffs. Although the Browns hold a 37-33 le

Day After: "A Lot of Confidence"

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:02:01 GMT

byJohn Shipley&John Oehser

JACKSONVILLELiam Coenlikes a lot about what he's seeing.

That wasn't true about everything this past Sunday, particularly at game's end, but the second-year head coach said it's absolutely the case when it comes to how he feels about the Jaguars entering their 2026 Week 7 bye week.

The Jaguars are alone in first place, and Coen likes their direction.

Impact: Jalen Hurts moved to IR by Eagles

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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Jalen Hurts ruled out for remainder of 2026

A terrifying situation has developed in Philadelphia. Jalen Hurts, the franchise quarterback for the Eagles, developed what was initially diagnosed as a superficial blood clot in his leg that led to him being ruled out indefinitely by the team.

He has since undergone additional imaging that not only resulted in the Eagles moving Hurts to

The Breakdown: Ravens Pay for Not Putting Browns Away

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:53:03 GMT

Clifton Brown

Some losses feel more painful than others, and the Ravens' latest defeat definitely stung.

They had a golden opportunity to win their fourth straight game after jumping to a quick 10-0 lead over the Cleveland Browns. Baltimore's defense played well for most of the game, and while the offense sputtered in the second half, it looked for a while like the Ravens would hang on.

But they didn'

Game Notes: Patriots Win Fourth-Straight Against the Jets

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:52:21 GMT

Game notes and stats from the Patriots Week 6 game against the New York Jets on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

New England Patriots

TEAM NOTES

Patriots win fourth straight over the Jets.

Patriots improved to 3-0 at Gillette Stadium.

Patriots improve to 2-0 in the AFC East.

TE Hunter Henry moves past Russ Francis

WR A.J. Brown returns to action

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Lamar Jackson hits practice field, Ravens like chances of return

Steelers place DT Sebastian Joseph-Day on IR

Utah suspends player arrested for allegedly sharing sex video

Flory Bidunga, No. 11 Louisville take aim at Chattanooga in opener

NBA roundup: Wolves' Anthony Edwards puts up 45 to beat Giannis, Heat

Vikings welcome back key players for clash vs. banged-up Colts

Damian Lillard shines in return to Blazers during rout of Suns

Ty Jerome puts up career-best 45 points as Grizzlies stomp Jazz

"No one can defeat nature, but CM can protect people": TN Minister Sengottaiyan on monsoon preparedness

Giants hand keys to J.J. McCarthy, hit road to face Texans

Browns carry momentum from comeback win into Titans clash

Bruins follow productive road trip with visit from Predators

Golf Glance: PGA Tour returns in Bermuda; LPGA and DP World Tour in South Korea

Reports: Former Titan attempted to retrieve gun after fight in practice

Reports: Former Titan retrieved gun after fight in practice

No. 12 Kentucky tries to avenge 2025 loss to Vanderbilt

Rare losing streak haunts No. 13 Alabama with Texas A&M next

No. 11 Tennessee hopes to stay hot in visit to South Carolina

Damian Lillard, Ja Morant lead new-look Blazers vs. Suns

Moving on from Ja Morant, Grizzlies host Jazz in season opener

Knicks' opener at MSG on pace to smash NBA ticket price record

"Rahul Gandhi has every right to question SIR process": Former TN BJP chief Annamalai

Titans cut DL Jordan Elliott after 'incident' at team facility

Ranji Trophy: Ruturaj's century, Sai Kishore's ten-fer, Harpreet, Shahbaz heroics highlights of round 2, day three

UCLA's Nico Iamaleava has 'severe' knee injury that requires surgery

Fresh off painful loss, Jets travel to take on Blues

Report: Colts CB Sauce Gardner (calf) week-to-week

Colts fire GM Chris Ballard after loss to Titans

TDP's toxic politics will become its own curse: YSRCP's Kasu Mahesh

2026-27 NBA Preview: Power rankings

"CM monitoring every hour": TN Health Minister assures preparedness as IMD predicts heavy rainfall across state

2026-27 NBA Preview: Southwest Division capsules

NFL injury roundup: Falcons LB Kendal Daniels hospitalized after injury vs. Bears

NFL roundup: Browns edge Ravens to grab share of AFC North lead

Titans erase Colts' 13-point lead to capture first win

Miami avoids rash of upsets, rises to No. 1 in AP Poll

Wake Forest baseball coach Tom Walter placed on leave

Nonpartisan group explains Tennessee's lengthy ballot questions

NY, U.S. quilters come together for National Quilt Project

Tennessee medical providers battle insurers over underpaid bills

Voting eligibility for Indiana ex-offenders is clear

Lamar Jackson Takes the Field at the Start of Practice

Lamar Jackson Takes a Step Forward, But Still Limited at Practice

Science Lab: Dear Cowboys, run the ball.

Steelers place Joseph-Day on Reserve/Injured List

Titans QB Cam Ward Knows The Team's Offense Needs to Be Better

49ers Sign DL Naquan Jones, Release LB Eugene Asante

Packers cross the lake to face Detroit

Green Bay has scored 28-plus points in each of the last three contests at Ford Field

Ravens Sign Jake Moody to Practice Squad

Browns announce unofficial depth chart for Week 7 vs. the Titans

The Browns will travel to Nashville to face the Titans on Oct. 25 in Week 7

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How the Ravens Can Rise to the Challenge as Schedule Gets Tougher

Game Preview: Titans Host Cleveland Browns at Nissan Stadium

Day After: "A Lot of Confidence"

Impact: Jalen Hurts moved to IR by Eagles

Jalen Hurts ruled out for remainder of 2026

The Breakdown: Ravens Pay for Not Putting Browns Away

Game Notes: Patriots Win Fourth-Straight Against the Jets

Game notes and stats from the Patriots Week 6 game against the New York Jets on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Titans Stage Second Half Comeback, Beat Colts 26-20

Colts give up 20 in fourth quarter in loss to Titans

The Colts dropped to 2-4 on the season in a 26-20 loss.

Colts give up 23 in fourth quarter in loss to Titans

The Colts dropped to 2-4 on the season in a 26-20 loss.

Colts announce 5 inactive players for Week 6 vs. Titans

Linebacker Jaylon Carlies (ribs) and wide receiver Ashton Dulin (hamstring) were previously ruled out.

Game Inactives | Week 6 Titans at Colts