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Will CBS be the next media giant to cave to Trump?

Want to be on good terms with President Donald Trump? Expect to pay a lot.  According to The Wall Street Journal, a mediator has suggested a $20 million settlement to resolve Trump’s lawsuit against Paramount Global. The deal reportedly includes a $17 million donation to Trump’s future presidential library, along with millions for legal fees and airtime on Paramount-owned networks to run public service announcements … Continue reading Will CBS be the next media giant to cave to Trump?

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Bogdanovic retires after 10 NBA seasons due to foot injury

Bojan Bogdanovic, who played 10 NBA seasons after a long career in Europe, announced his retirement following a foot injury (Michelle Farsi) Bojan Bogdanovic, who played 10 NBA seasons after a storied European career, announced his retirement on Sunday, the 36-year-old forward nagged by a left foot injury. Bogdanovic was born in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, but played internationally for Croatia. He played for his hometown … Continue reading Bogdanovic retires after 10 NBA seasons due to foot injury

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Ilia Topuria, Paddy Pimblett go all-in on calls for next UFC title fight: 'I want to disfigure him'

Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett appeared destined for an inevitable clash after their infamous 2022 encounter at the UFC London fighter hotel.Jeff Bottari via Getty Images Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett almost felt mandatory when their rivalry first ignited three years ago — and Saturday night at UFC 317, the pair of lightweight stars were brought together once more.  Topuria and Pimblett infamously got into … Continue reading Ilia Topuria, Paddy Pimblett go all-in on calls for next UFC title fight: 'I want to disfigure him'

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The feds are investigating NBA player Malik Beasley over gambling

The proliferation of legalized gambling has had plenty of unintended consequences. In the NBA, another serious set of consequences could be playing out. ESPN.com reports that federal authorities are investigating Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley on gambling allegations. The case traces to the 2023-24 season, when Beasley played for the Milwaukee Bucks. A prominent sportsbook detected “usually heavy betting” on Beasley’s stats in January 2024. … Continue reading The feds are investigating NBA player Malik Beasley over gambling

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Julius Randle, Minnesota Timberwolves reportedly agree to three-year, $100 million contract

Days after locking up big man Naz Reid with a contract extension, the Minnesota Timberwolves reportedly have done the same with Julius Randle. The Timberwolves and Randle have agreed to a three-year, $100 million new contract, reports Shams Charania of ESPN. The third year is a player option. Randle is opting out of the $30.9 million he is owed for next season to sign this … Continue reading Julius Randle, Minnesota Timberwolves reportedly agree to three-year, $100 million contract

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Chelsea agree £50m-plus fee for Brighton's Joao Pedro

Pedro is set to join a new-look Chelsea forward line [Reuters] Chelsea have agreed a fee in excess of £50m to sign forward Joao Pedro from Brighton. The 23-year-old is expected to sign a seven-year contract and could be available to play in the Fifa Club World Cup. Joao Pedro is flying in from Brazil to conduct a medical in the United States and could … Continue reading Chelsea agree £50m-plus fee for Brighton's Joao Pedro

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Duncan Robinson exercises option to terminate contract with Heat, though he could return to Miami

MIAMI (AP) — Duncan Robinson opted for unrestricted free agency on Sunday, exercising his early termination option for what would have been the final year of his contract with the Miami Heat. The decision doesn’t mean he cannot return to the Heat. Robinson — the franchise’s all-time leader in 3-pointers made — could have let his option pass Sunday and then been guaranteed $9.9 million … Continue reading Duncan Robinson exercises option to terminate contract with Heat, though he could return to Miami

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Messi moment never came for outmanned Inter Miami against Paris Saint-Germain

ATLANTA — What we thought would happen between Inter Miami and Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup did happen. The upstart Major League Soccer club looked every bit the part against the reigning European (and world) champions.Not even Lionel Messi, the greatest to ever play, could help David in this matchup against Goliath. Once upon a time, Messi was bigger than Goliath. He … Continue reading Messi moment never came for outmanned Inter Miami against Paris Saint-Germain

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‘Not a ball-stopper’: Rockets legend Rudy Tomjanovich expects Kevin Durant to fit in well

Calvin Murphy isn’t the only Houston Rockets legend who is excited about the impending arrival of All-Star forward Kevin Durant. Rudy Tomjanovich, a playing teammate of Murphy and subsequently the Hall of Fame coach that directed Houston to its only two NBA championships (1994 and 1995), largely echoed the positive assessment from his Hall of Fame teammate. “It’s one of the greatest players of all-time, … Continue reading ‘Not a ball-stopper’: Rockets legend Rudy Tomjanovich expects Kevin Durant to fit in well

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