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Broncos' defense shines in 10-7 squeaker over Raiders despite offensive and special teams struggles
Read full article: Broncos' defense shines in 10-7 squeaker over Raiders despite offensive and special teams strugglesDenver's defense bailed out the Broncos in a 10-7 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night.
Freshman Koa Peat leads No. 13 Arizona to 93-87 win over defending champion, No. 3 Florida
Read full article: Freshman Koa Peat leads No. 13 Arizona to 93-87 win over defending champion, No. 3 FloridaFreshman Koa Peat scored 30 points to lead No. 13 Arizona to a 93-87 win over third-ranked and defending national champion Florida in the Hall of Fame Series on Monday night.
Israel puts off signing $35 billion gas deal with Egypt, prompts US energy secretary to cancel visit
Read full article: Israel puts off signing $35 billion gas deal with Egypt, prompts US energy secretary to cancel visitIsraeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen has said that his refusal to sign a $35 billion gas agreement with Egypt has prompted his U.S. counterpart Chris Wright to cancel a planned trip to Israel.
WNBA offers 30-day extension as CBA deadline looms, AP sources say
Read full article: WNBA offers 30-day extension as CBA deadline looms, AP sources sayTwo people familiar with the decision say the WNBA has offered players a 30-day extension to continue negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement.
'Filipino Towns' around the US preserve history and raise community's visibility
Read full article: 'Filipino Towns' around the US preserve history and raise community's visibilityFilipinos set foot on the North American continent for the first time over four centuries ago, and Filipino Americans are still on a quest to make a cultural footprint.
Aces celebrate third WNBA championship in 4 years with parade on Las Vegas Boulevard
Read full article: Aces celebrate third WNBA championship in 4 years with parade on Las Vegas BoulevardEight years to the day the WNBA and NBA Board of Governors confirmed the relocation of the San Antonio Stars to Las Vegas, the Aces celebrated their third championship in four years with a parade down the famed Strip.
Carter Hart agrees to join the Golden Knights after being acquitted of sexual assault
Read full article: Carter Hart agrees to join the Golden Knights after being acquitted of sexual assaultGoaltender Carter Hart has agreed to sign with the Vegas Golden Knights, becoming the first of the five 2018 Canada world junior hockey players to land an NHL contract since they were acquitted of sexual assault in a high-profile case.
Some airports refuse to play Noem video on shutdown impact, saying it's political
Read full article: Some airports refuse to play Noem video on shutdown impact, saying it's politicalAirports around the country are saying they won’t play a video with a message from Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown and its impacts on operations to screen travelers.
Wilson hits last-second jumper to lift Aces over Mercury 90-88 for a 3-0 lead in the WNBA Finals
Read full article: Wilson hits last-second jumper to lift Aces over Mercury 90-88 for a 3-0 lead in the WNBA FinalsA’ja Wilson made a turnaround jumper with 0.3 seconds left, capping a stellar 34-point night and lifting the Las Vegas Aces over the Phoenix Mercury 90-88 in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals on Wednesday for a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.
Aces' championship experience could be crucial as they take 2-0 WNBA Finals lead to Phoenix
Read full article: Aces' championship experience could be crucial as they take 2-0 WNBA Finals lead to PhoenixThe Las Vegas Aces have shown resilience as they head into Game 3 of the WNBA Finals against the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday.
Silver says WNBA deal will get done, but relationship issues with the players must be repaired
Read full article: Silver says WNBA deal will get done, but relationship issues with the players must be repairedNBA Commissioner Adam Silver says a new collective bargaining agreement with WNBA players will be reached, but acknowledged relationship issues that must be repaired following recent criticisms of Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
Young's record 21-point quarter propels Aces to 91-78 win over Mercury and 2-0 WNBA Finals lead
Read full article: Young's record 21-point quarter propels Aces to 91-78 win over Mercury and 2-0 WNBA Finals leadJackie Young set a WNBA Finals record with 21 points in the third quarter, leading the Las Vegas Aces to a 91-78 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday.
Napheesa Collier cancels meeting with WNBA Commissioner Engelbert amid tensions, AP source says
Read full article: Napheesa Collier cancels meeting with WNBA Commissioner Engelbert amid tensions, AP source saysMinnesota forward Napheesa Collier canceled a meeting with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert expected to take place next week, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Saturday night.
A'ja Wilson and Dana Evans lead Las Vegas Aces past Phoenix Mercury 89-86 in WNBA Finals opener
Read full article: A'ja Wilson and Dana Evans lead Las Vegas Aces past Phoenix Mercury 89-86 in WNBA Finals openerA’ja Wilson and Dana Evans each scored 21 points, and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Phoenix Mercury 89-86 in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert vows to repair player relationships after criticism by Collier
Read full article: WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert vows to repair player relationships after criticism by CollierWNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert says there’s work to be done to repair relationships with players in the league.
A'ja Wilson and Las Vegas chase a third WNBA title in four years as they face Phoenix in Finals
Read full article: A'ja Wilson and Las Vegas chase a third WNBA title in four years as they face Phoenix in FinalsA’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are looking to accomplish something only done once before by winning a third WNBA championship in four seasons.
Aces beat Fever 107-98 in OT of Game 5 of semis, advance to WNBA Finals to face the Phoenix Mercury
Read full article: Aces beat Fever 107-98 in OT of Game 5 of semis, advance to WNBA Finals to face the Phoenix MercuryA’ja Wilson scored 35 points and Jackie Young added 32 to lead the Las Vegas Aces back to the WNBA Finals.
Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell lead Fever past Aces 90-83 to even series and set up decisive Game 5
Read full article: Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell lead Fever past Aces 90-83 to even series and set up decisive Game 5All-Star center Aliyah Boston finished with 24 points and 15 rebounds while Kelsey Mitchell scored 25 points to help the Indiana Fever avoid elimination in the WNBA semifinals with a 90-83 victory over the second-seeded Las Vegas Aces on Sunday.
Jackie Young and NaLyssa Smith lead Aces past Fever 84-72 for 2-1 lead in WNBA semifinal series
Read full article: Jackie Young and NaLyssa Smith lead Aces past Fever 84-72 for 2-1 lead in WNBA semifinal seriesJackie Young scored 25 points in her home state and NaLyssa Smith added 16 points, leading the Las Vegas Aces to an 84-72 victory over the short-handed Indiana Fever in Game 3 of a best-of-five WNBA semifinal series.
Wilson scores 25 points as Aces even WNBA semifinal series at 1-1 with blowout win over Fever
Read full article: Wilson scores 25 points as Aces even WNBA semifinal series at 1-1 with blowout win over FeverA'ja Wilson bounced back with 25 points and nine rebounds, leading the Las Vegas Aces to a 90-68 win over the Indiana Fever.
Kelsey Mitchell scores 34 points, leads Fever to Game 1 upset win over Aces, 89-73
Read full article: Kelsey Mitchell scores 34 points, leads Fever to Game 1 upset win over Aces, 89-73Kelsey Mitchell scored a playoff-career high 34 points and the Indiana Fever beat the Las Vegas Aces 89-73 on Sunday in Game 1 of the best-of-five semifinal series.
Aces beat Storm 102-77 in playoff opener after winning final 16 regular-season games
Read full article: Aces beat Storm 102-77 in playoff opener after winning final 16 regular-season gamesA’ja Wilson scored 29 points to help the No. 2 seed Las Vegas Aces beat the seventh-seeded Seattle Storm 102-77 in Game 1 of their best-of-three first-round playoff series.
A'ja Wilson's incredible season earns her a second straight AP Player of the Year award
Read full article: A'ja Wilson's incredible season earns her a second straight AP Player of the Year awardA’ja Wilson followed up a historic season with another incredible one to earn AP Player of the Year for the second straight time.
Amazon's Zoox launches its robotaxi service in Las Vegas
Read full article: Amazon's Zoox launches its robotaxi service in Las VegasAmazon’s Zoox on Wednesday launched its robotaxi service in Las Vegas, offering free rides through parts of the entertainment mecca for anyone willing to gamble on the safety of a driverless vehicle.
From worst home loss to 13-game win streak: The Aces are WNBA title contenders
Read full article: From worst home loss to 13-game win streak: The Aces are WNBA title contendersThe Las Vegas Aces extended their winning streak to a franchise-record 13 games with a 97-87 victory over the Minnesota Lynx.
Pac-12 secures extension of TV deal with The CW for football and basketball
Read full article: Pac-12 secures extension of TV deal with The CW for football and basketballThe Pac-12 Conference extended its media contract with The CW Network in a deal that calls for the network to carry 13 regular-season football games, a combined 50 men’s and women’s basketball games and the women’s hoops title game.
New York Liberty aim for top four playoff seed as stars return from injuries
Read full article: New York Liberty aim for top four playoff seed as stars return from injuriesThe New York Liberty are finally getting healthy and hope to make a run at getting at least a top four seed and homecourt advantage for the first round of the playoffs.
Taiwan shuts out Nevada 7-0 to win its first Little League World Series title since 1996
Read full article: Taiwan shuts out Nevada 7-0 to win its first Little League World Series title since 1996Lin Chin-Tse retired the first 13 batters he faced and allowed just one hit in five innings as Taiwan beat Nevada 7-0 in the Little League World Series championship Sunday, ending a 29-year title drought for the Taiwanese.
Las Vegas tourism is down. Some blame Trump's tariffs and immigration crackdown
Read full article: Las Vegas tourism is down. Some blame Trump's tariffs and immigration crackdownTourism in Las Vegas is slumping this summer, with resorts and convention centers reporting fewer visitors compared to last year, especially from abroad.
Nevada court apparently clears way for former Raiders coach Jon Gruden to sue NFL over emails
Read full article: Nevada court apparently clears way for former Raiders coach Jon Gruden to sue NFL over emailsA Nevada court has apparently cleared the way for a 2021 lawsuit filed by former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden to proceed against Commissioner Roger Goodell and the NFL.
Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. suffered broken leg in mock game, AP source says
Read full article: Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. suffered broken leg in mock game, AP source saysLas Vegas Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. broke his right leg during a mock game on Saturday, according to a person with knowledge of the injury.
Raiders sign Kolton Miller to 3-year, $66 million extension, AP source says
Read full article: Raiders sign Kolton Miller to 3-year, $66 million extension, AP source saysKolton Miller, one of the NFL’s top left tackles, signed a three-year, $66 million extension with the Las Vegas Raiders, with $42.5 million guaranteed, a person with knowledge of the contract said Wednesday.
NYC gunman bought his rifle from his boss in Las Vegas
Read full article: NYC gunman bought his rifle from his boss in Las VegasAuthorities say the man who killed four people at a Manhattan office building bought the rifle he used in the attack and the car he drove across country from his supervisor at a Las Vegas casino.
Tupac Shakur slaying suspect files appeal with Nevada Supreme Court to dismiss charges
Read full article: Tupac Shakur slaying suspect files appeal with Nevada Supreme Court to dismiss chargesThe man charged with ordering the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas is asking the Nevada Supreme Court to dismiss his murder charges.
Shocking plunge by Southwest flight from Southern California was to avoid another aircraft
Read full article: Shocking plunge by Southwest flight from Southern California was to avoid another aircraftPassengers aboard a Southwest Airline jet that took a dramatic plunge were told by the pilot that they nearly struck another plane.
Southwest Airlines flight headed to Las Vegas takes dramatic plunge in response to nearby aircraft
Read full article: Southwest Airlines flight headed to Las Vegas takes dramatic plunge in response to nearby aircraftA Southwest Airline jet heading to Las Vegas from Southern California took a dramatic plunge shortly after takeoff Friday in response to an alert about a nearby plane, injuring two flight attendants, authorities and passengers said.
Spurs' Victor Wembanyama says he's been cleared to return following blood clot
Read full article: Spurs' Victor Wembanyama says he's been cleared to return following blood clotSan Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama says he expects to play this coming season and has been fully cleared after dealing with deep vein thrombosis in his shoulder for the last few months.
Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg all business as he makes his professional debut at NBA Summer League
Read full article: Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg all business as he makes his professional debut at NBA Summer LeagueCooper Flagg made his professional debut Thursday night in the NBA Summer League and celebrated an 87-85 win over Bronny James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Republicans hit major setback in their effort to ease regulations on gun silencers
Read full article: Republicans hit major setback in their effort to ease regulations on gun silencersRepublican efforts to loosen regulations on gun silencers and short-barreled rifles and shotguns have been dealt a big setback.
Athletics celebrate groundbreaking of $1.75 billion stadium project in Las Vegas
Read full article: Athletics celebrate groundbreaking of $1.75 billion stadium project in Las VegasWith mounds of dirt, construction vehicles and the exact location where home plate will be at the new Athletics ballpark serving as the backdrop, team owner John Fisher stood in front of a large gathering with one message: “We are Vegas’ team.”.
A'ja Wilson scores 24 as Aces beat cold-shooting Caitlin Clark and Fever 89-81 to end 3-game skid
Read full article: A'ja Wilson scores 24 as Aces beat cold-shooting Caitlin Clark and Fever 89-81 to end 3-game skidA’ja Wilson scored 24 points in a battle with cold-shooting Caitlin Clark to lead the Aces to an 89-81 victory over the Indiana Fever and stop a three-game Las Vegas skid.
Las Vegas Grand Prix extended through 2027 after a roller-coaster start
Read full article: Las Vegas Grand Prix extended through 2027 after a roller-coaster startThe Las Vegas Grand Prix received a two-year contract extension that keeps the race that runs down the iconic Strip on the calendar through 2027.
Utah Republican proposes sale of more than 2 million acres of US lands
Read full article: Utah Republican proposes sale of more than 2 million acres of US landsMore than 2 million acres of federal lands would be sold or transferred to states or other entities under a budget proposal from Utah Republican Sen. Mike Lee.
Caitlin Clark to miss at least two weeks with left quad strain as Fever sitting at .500 in standings
Read full article: Caitlin Clark to miss at least two weeks with left quad strain as Fever sitting at .500 in standingsThe Indiana Fever will be without star guard Caitlin Clark for at least two weeks as she deals with a strained left quad.
Defense and goaltending unlikely reasons why Oilers have moved on to Western Conference final
Read full article: Defense and goaltending unlikely reasons why Oilers have moved on to Western Conference finalThe Oilers have been the team that didn’t seem bothered by giving up four goals because they were more than capable of scoring at least five.
Oilers beat Golden Knights 1-0 in OT in Game 5 to reach Western Conference finals
Read full article: Oilers beat Golden Knights 1-0 in OT in Game 5 to reach Western Conference finalsKasperi Kapanen scored on a scramble in front of the net at 7:14 of overtime, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Vegas Golden Knights 1-0 in Game 5 on Wednesday night to advance to the Western Conference final for the second year in a row.
Stuart Skinner replaces injured Calvin Pickard as Oilers' starter for Game 3 vs. Golden Knights
Read full article: Stuart Skinner replaces injured Calvin Pickard as Oilers' starter for Game 3 vs. Golden KnightsThe Edmonton Oilers have switched goaltenders for Game 3 of their second-round playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights, with Stuart Skinner replacing Calvin Pickard on Saturday night.
Out-of-bounds plays could be reviewed only by coach challenge under NCAA rules panel recommendation
Read full article: Out-of-bounds plays could be reviewed only by coach challenge under NCAA rules panel recommendationThe NCAA Men’s Basketball Rules Committee has recommended video reviews of out-of-bounds calls only be initiated by coach’s challenge.
Draisaitl scores in OT to give Oilers a 5-4 win over Golden Knights and a 2-0 series lead
Read full article: Draisaitl scores in OT to give Oilers a 5-4 win over Golden Knights and a 2-0 series leadLeon Draisaitl took a pass from Connor McDavid and scored off the rush at 15:20 of overtime to give the Edmonton Oilers a 5-4 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday night and a 2-0 lead in the second-round series.
Oilers rally for NHL-record fifth straight time to beat Golden Knights 4-2 in Game 1
Read full article: Oilers rally for NHL-record fifth straight time to beat Golden Knights 4-2 in Game 1Zach Hyman scored from just above the right circle with 3:02 left to put Edmonton ahead for good, and the Oilers rallied yet again this postseason to beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 in Game 1 of the second-round series.
Inoue overcomes early knockdown, dominates Cardenas to remain undefeated with 8th-round TKO
Read full article: Inoue overcomes early knockdown, dominates Cardenas to remain undefeated with 8th-round TKONaoya Inoue remained undefeated after retaining the undisputed junior featherweight title with an eighth-round technical knockout of Ramon Cardenas in front of a packed house inside T-Mobile Arena and a nationally televised audience on ESPN.
Settle in and get ready: An 'ultracompetitive' 2nd round of the NHL playoffs is here
Read full article: Settle in and get ready: An 'ultracompetitive' 2nd round of the NHL playoffs is hereThe Dallas Stars emerged from a seven-game series against Colorado, and the Edmonton Oilers rallied from down 2-0 to eliminate Los Angeles and move on in the NHL playoffs.
Howden's OT goal gives Golden Knights a 3-2 win over the Wild and 3-2 series lead
Read full article: Howden's OT goal gives Golden Knights a 3-2 win over the Wild and 3-2 series leadBrett Howden scored 4:05 into overtime Tuesday night to give the Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild and put Vegas one game away from advancing out of the Western Conference first round.
Wild's top line more than the Golden Knights can handle through first 2 games
Read full article: Wild's top line more than the Golden Knights can handle through first 2 gamesIf the Wild finally break through and win their first playoff series in a decade, Minnesota’s top line likely will be the reason.
FAA finds safety concerns at Las Vegas airport in review spurred by midair collision in Washington
Read full article: FAA finds safety concerns at Las Vegas airport in review spurred by midair collision in WashingtonA federal review of helicopter safety around some of the busiest U.S. airports has revealed dangerous flying conditions at the Las Vegas airport.
Howden scores twice and Golden Knights beat Wild 4-2 in Game 1
Read full article: Howden scores twice and Golden Knights beat Wild 4-2 in Game 1Brett Howden scored two goals, and the Vegas Golden Knights opened their first-round Western Conference playoffs series with a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild.
Tom Cruise to return to Cannes with 'Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning'
Read full article: Tom Cruise to return to Cannes with 'Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning'Three years after flying into the Cannes Film Festival with “Top Gun: Maverick,” Tom Cruise is returning to the Croisette with “Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning.”.
Some diehard baseball fans in sports-crazed Sacramento welcome Athletics and hope they stay awhile
Read full article: Some diehard baseball fans in sports-crazed Sacramento welcome Athletics and hope they stay awhileDespite some kinks still to be worked out, the Athletics' relocation is providing fans who might not go to games often a big new opportunity to see the big leagues live.
The Beatles biopics cast revealed: Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Joseph Quinn and Harris Dickinson
Read full article: The Beatles biopics cast revealed: Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Joseph Quinn and Harris DickinsonHollywood studio executives are making their case for theatergoing with a little help from John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr.
Weekslong lockups of European tourists at US borders spark fears of traveling to America
Read full article: Weekslong lockups of European tourists at US borders spark fears of traveling to AmericaU.S. authorities have arrested and detained Canadian and European travelers at U.S. borders in recent weeks.
More than half of US adults don't want legal betting on college sports in their state: AP-NORC poll
Read full article: More than half of US adults don't want legal betting on college sports in their state: AP-NORC pollMost U.S. adults think betting on professional sports should be legal but they don’t feel the same way about college sports, according to a new AP-NORC survey.
Josh Berry races to 1st Cup Series victory, gives Wood Brothers 101st win with Las Vegas score
Read full article: Josh Berry races to 1st Cup Series victory, gives Wood Brothers 101st win with Las Vegas scoreJosh Berry raced to the first Cup Series victory of his career, taking NASCAR’s oldest team to victory lane Sunday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Bubble watch: Surging Colorado State snags Mountain West automatic bid. Who might that knock out?
Read full article: Bubble watch: Surging Colorado State snags Mountain West automatic bid. Who might that knock out?Colorado State’s winning streak is at 10, and the Rams are headed to the NCAA Tournament after winning the Mountain West’s automatic bid with a victory over Boise State.
Gonzaga beats No. 19 Saint Mary's 58-51 to capture West Coast Conference Tournament title
Read full article: Gonzaga beats No. 19 Saint Mary's 58-51 to capture West Coast Conference Tournament titleBraden Huff scored 18 points and Gonzaga avenged two regular-season losses to Saint Mary’s to beat the 19th-ranked Gaels 58-51 in the West Coast Conference Tournament championship.
