- Battered Scotland name three new caps for South Africa test Reuters - 24 mins ago
CAPE TOWN (Reuters)- Scotland named three new caps on Thursday in their starting team for Saturday's test against South Africa in Nelspruit. Coach Scott Johnson has made seven changes to the side that … More »Battered Scotland name three new caps for South Africa test
CAPE TOWN (Reuters)- Scotland named three new caps on Thursday in their starting team for Saturday's test against South Africa in Nelspruit. Coach Scott Johnson has made seven changes to the side that lost 27-17 to Samoa in Durban and the new caps are fullback Peter Murchie, winger Tommy Seymour and lock Tim Swinson. Murchie …
- Blackhawks beat Bruins 4-3 in 3OT Cup opener AP - 45 mins ago
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks know all about Andrew Shaw's reputation around the league. They also know the pesky little forward is so much more than just another irritant for opposing players … More »Blackhawks beat Bruins 4-3 in 3OT Cup opener
- Ex-Barcelona president says Messi paid his taxes AP - 50 mins ago
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Former Barcelona president Joan Laporta is defending Lionel Messi against allegations of tax fraud, a case that experts say could carry a prison sentence for the Argentina star … More »Ex-Barcelona president says Messi paid his taxes
- Australia's Warner suspended until Ashes, fined Reuters - 1 hr 32 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Australia batsman David Warner has been suspended until the first Ashes test and fined 11,500 Australian dollars after an alleged physical altercation with an England player, Cricket … More »Australia's Warner suspended until Ashes, fined
LONDON (Reuters) - Australia batsman David Warner has been suspended until the first Ashes test and fined 11,500 Australian dollars after an alleged physical altercation with an England player, Cricket Australia said on Thursday. Warner will miss the rest of the Champions Trophy and Australia's two tour matches before the …
- Play begins in US Open's return to Merion AP - 1 hr 36 mins ago
ARDMORE, Pa. (AP) — Under cloudy skies and with weather prospects dicey for the rest of the day, the U.S. Open returned to the Merion for the first time in 32 years. More »Play begins in US Open's return to Merion
- Dry start at U.S. Open, storms expected later Reuters - 1 hr 37 mins ago
By Mark Lamport-Stokes ARDMORE, Pennsylvania (Reuters) - U.S. Open organizers were preparing for severe thunderstorms and high winds later in the day as the opening round of the year's second major began … More »Dry start at U.S. Open, storms expected later
By Mark Lamport-Stokes ARDMORE, Pennsylvania (Reuters) - U.S. Open organizers were preparing for severe thunderstorms and high winds later in the day as the opening round of the year's second major began under overcast skies at Merion on Thursday. Little-known American Cliff Kresge struck the first shot on the par-four …
- Play underway as US Open returns to Merion AP - 1 hr 41 mins ago
ARDMORE, Pa. (AP) — Play is underway at the 113th U.S. Open. More »Play underway as US Open returns to Merion
- Injury-hit Scotland add Reid to touring party Reuters - 3 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Gordon Reid has been added to the Scotland squad for the tour of South Africa, the uncapped Glasgow Warriors prop called up as cover for Euan Murray, who has a hamstring problem, the Scottish … More »Injury-hit Scotland add Reid to touring party
(Reuters) - Gordon Reid has been added to the Scotland squad for the tour of South Africa, the uncapped Glasgow Warriors prop called up as cover for Euan Murray, who has a hamstring problem, the Scottish Rugby Union said in a statement on Thursday. The 26-year-old Reid is the third replacement the injury-riddled Scots have …
- Runner's disappearance prompts changes in AK race AP - 3 hrs ago
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A rookie's disappearance during a popular extreme race on Alaska's rugged Mount Marathon has led to significant new rules in the event. More »Runner's disappearance prompts changes in AK race
- Rain frustrates Australia and New Zealand Reuters - 4 hrs ago
(Reuters) - The Champions Trophy Group A match between Australia and New Zealand was abandoned because of rain at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Wednesday. New Zealand had reached 51 for two from 15 overs chasing … More »Rain frustrates Australia and New Zealand
(Reuters) - The Champions Trophy Group A match between Australia and New Zealand was abandoned because of rain at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Wednesday. New Zealand had reached 51 for two from 15 overs chasing 244 for victory when rain forced the players off the field and the umpires called the game off at 1815 local time. …
- FIFA says Brazil will be ready for World Cup Reuters - 4 hrs ago
By Pedro Fonseca RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Three days before the start of the Confederations Cup and exactly a year before the World Cup kickoff, FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke dismissed concerns … More »FIFA says Brazil will be ready for World Cup
By Pedro Fonseca RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Three days before the start of the Confederations Cup and exactly a year before the World Cup kickoff, FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke dismissed concerns that Brazil will not be ready for the bigger tournament. Flanked by soccer great Pelé, who urged Brazilian fans to stand …
- Unconvincing Nigeria stride on to Confederations Cup Reuters - 4 hrs ago
By Mark Gleeson WINDHOEK (Reuters) - Nigeria arrive in Brazil on Thursday to compete in the Confederation Cup somewhat rattled after some far from convincing displays but still hopeful of causing a surprise. … More »Unconvincing Nigeria stride on to Confederations Cup
By Mark Gleeson WINDHOEK (Reuters) - Nigeria arrive in Brazil on Thursday to compete in the Confederation Cup somewhat rattled after some far from convincing displays but still hopeful of causing a surprise. Africa's representatives at the eight-team tournament, which pits continental champions against each other over the …
- Crime doubts persist in Brazil ahead of events AP - 4 hrs ago
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Not even a day after his arrival in Rio de Janeiro and just hours after attending the Brazil-England soccer friendly at the city's legendary Maracana stadium, a sports columnist for … More »Crime doubts persist in Brazil ahead of events
- NASCAR mourns death of driver Jason Leffler AP - 4 hrs ago
SWEDESBORO, N.J. (AP) — NASCAR driver Jason Leffler died after an accident in a heat race at a dirt car event at Bridgeport Speedway. More »NASCAR mourns death of driver Jason Leffler
- Pirates use big bats to cut Giants down to size Reuters - 4 hrs ago
(Reuters) - The Pittsburgh Pirates feasted on San Francisco's pitchers with a season-high offensive performance to overcome the Giants 12-8 in a slugfest on Wednesday. The Pirates banged out their most … More »Pirates use big bats to cut Giants down to size
(Reuters) - The Pittsburgh Pirates feasted on San Francisco's pitchers with a season-high offensive performance to overcome the Giants 12-8 in a slugfest on Wednesday. The Pirates banged out their most hits (18) and runs of the year to get their fourth win in five games and consolidate their strong start to the season. …
- 5 things learned in Game 1 of Stanley Cup finals AP - 5 hrs ago
CHICAGO (AP) — Five things learned in the Chicago Blackhawks' 4-3 win in triple overtime over the Boston Bruins in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals on Wednesday night: More »5 things learned in Game 1 of Stanley Cup finals
- Shaw's late strike seals opening win for Chicago Reuters - 5 hrs ago
By Michael Hirtzer CHICAGO (Reuters) - Andrew Shaw's goal in triple overtime sealed a marathon 4-3 victory for the Chicago Blackhawks over the Boston Bruins as the Stanley Cup Finals opened with a Game … More »Shaw's late strike seals opening win for Chicago
By Michael Hirtzer CHICAGO (Reuters) - Andrew Shaw's goal in triple overtime sealed a marathon 4-3 victory for the Chicago Blackhawks over the Boston Bruins as the Stanley Cup Finals opened with a Game One thriller on Wednesday. The game was the first between the two Original Six franchises in a Stanley Cup Final and the …
- Tradition, weather collide for US Open at Merion AP - 5 hrs ago
ARDMORE, Pa. (AP) — Under bright sunshine and a gentle breeze, Sergio Garcia signed autographs near the tee box at the 16th hole during his final practice round for the U.S. Open. He then sent his drive … More »Tradition, weather collide for US Open at Merion
ARDMORE, Pa. (AP) — Under bright sunshine and a gentle breeze, Sergio Garcia signed autographs near the tee box at the 16th hole during his final practice round for the U.S. Open. He then sent his drive in the direction of one of those charming red wicker baskets that sit atop the flagpoles, the white ball coming to rest …
- Woods the player to beat at rain-softened Merion Reuters - 5 hrs ago
By Mark Lamport-Stokes ARDMORE, Pennsylvania (Reuters) - Merion Golf Club has been linked with some of the most iconic moments in championship golf and Tiger Woods will aim to add a chapter of his own … More »Woods the player to beat at rain-softened Merion
By Mark Lamport-Stokes ARDMORE, Pennsylvania (Reuters) - Merion Golf Club has been linked with some of the most iconic moments in championship golf and Tiger Woods will aim to add a chapter of his own at this week's U.S. Open where he is a heavy favourite. A host of other players can lay claim to being genuine contenders …
- Taulafo in as Samoa stick with tried and tested team Reuters - 5 hrs ago
CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - Stade Francais prop Sakaria Taulafo is the only change to the Samoa starting lineup to face Italy in Saturday's test in Nelspruit, Samoa Rugby Union said on Wednesday. Coach Stephen … More »Taulafo in as Samoa stick with tried and tested team
CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - Stade Francais prop Sakaria Taulafo is the only change to the Samoa starting lineup to face Italy in Saturday's test in Nelspruit, Samoa Rugby Union said on Wednesday. Coach Stephen Betham has kept faith with the majority of the side that defeated Scotland 27-17 in Durban last weekend. Taulafo, who …
- Crawford shines in Chicago's 4-3 triple OT win AP - 6 hrs ago
CHICAGO (AP) — Corey Crawford topped Tuukka Rask in the only stat that matters. More »Crawford shines in Chicago's 4-3 triple OT win
- Mistakes, bad bounces doom Rask, Bruins in Game 1 AP - 6 hrs ago
CHICAGO (AP) — Tuukka Rask needed just four words to sum up the goal that beat him and the Boston Bruins. More »Mistakes, bad bounces doom Rask, Bruins in Game 1
- 2014 MLB opener in Australia: Dodgers-Diamondbacks AP - 6 hrs ago
NEW YORK (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks will bring their thunder Down Under. More »2014 MLB opener in Australia: Dodgers-Diamondbacks
- CIMB Classic switches Malaysian venues, Mickelson headlines Reuters - 6 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Four-times major winner Phil Mickelson will headline the U.S. PGA Tour's $7 million CIMB Classic at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country club in October, with organizers switching courses following … More »CIMB Classic switches Malaysian venues, Mickelson headlines
(Reuters) - Four-times major winner Phil Mickelson will headline the U.S. PGA Tour's $7 million CIMB Classic at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country club in October, with organizers switching courses following another birdie fest last year. The 78-man co-sanctioned event with the Asian Tour was held at the Mines Golf Course …
- Australia's Sydney Cricket Ground to host 2014 MLB opener Reuters - 6 hrs ago
By Michael Sin SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia will host Major League Baseball's 2014 season opener between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks next March, organizers said on Thursday. The … More »Australia's Sydney Cricket Ground to host 2014 MLB opener
By Michael Sin SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia will host Major League Baseball's 2014 season opener between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks next March, organizers said on Thursday. The matches at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) will take place in the year of the 100th anniversary of the Chicago White Sox …
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The number of Americans filing new claims for jobless benefits fell last week, nearing its lowest level in five years in a sign of resilience for … More »Jobless claims fall; labor market healing ongoing
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The number of Americans filing new claims for jobless benefits fell last week, nearing its lowest level in five years in a sign of resilience for the U.S. labor market. Initial claims for state unemployment benefits declined 12,000 to a seasonally adjusted 334,000, the Labor Department said on Thursday. …