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3 weeks ago

Germany and Netherlands reach the World Cup after big wins in final qualifiers

So much for Germany being at risk of missing the World Cup. A 6-0 thrashing of Slovakia on Monday completed Germany's recovery from a shocking start to group play as the four-time champion maintained its proud record of always qualifying for the World Cup.

3 weeks ago

Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959

Georgia moved up one spot to No. 4 in The Associated Press poll Sunday, Oklahoma returned to the top 10 and North Texas, ranked for the first time since 1959, is among three Group of Five teams in the Top 25.

3 weeks ago

Suspect sought in shooting that critically injured New York Jets player Kris Boyd

New York police have released surveillance images of a man sought in the shooting of New York Jets cornerback and special teams standout Kris Boyd.

3 weeks ago

Jalen Hurts’ lone touchdown leads Eagles to 16-9 victory over Lions in lackluster offensive game

The Eagles are positioned again to make a strong run at another Super Bowl — not solely on the arm of Jalen Hurts, the legs of Saquon Barkley and other marquee offensive players all NFL fans know — but on a defense that has churned out a string of masterpieces that fired them to the top of the NFC.

3 weeks ago

A-State Men’s Basketball Wins Home Opener

The Red Wolves overcame an early deficit and upped their winning streak in home openers to 11 games, defeating Christian Brothers in a 95-67 decision

3 weeks ago

Women Red Wolves Surge in 4th Quarter for 76-67 win

Zyion Shannon led the Red Wolves in points for her second straight game, with 18 points on 55 percent efficiency

3 weeks ago

Walls going up at Jonesboro sports complex

Walls for the upcoming Ridge Athletics Center began installation this week.

3 weeks ago

Red Wolf Express will not run for A-State game against Louisiana

The Red Wolf Express will not run for Arkansas State University’s home game against Louisiana on Thursday, Nov. 20.

4 weeks ago

Ronaldo risks ban at World Cup after red card for elbowing Ireland defender in qualifying game

Cristiano Ronaldo is at serious risk of being banned for the first game of the 2026 World Cup if Portugal qualifies as expected. The soccer superstar was sent off for elbowing Ireland defender Dara O'Shea in the second half of a qualifying game Thursday that Portugal lost 2-0 in Dublin.

4 weeks ago

Ohtani is unanimous MVP for 4th time in winning NL honor as Judge edges Raleigh for 3rd AL accolade

Shohei Ohtani likes winning Most Valuable Player awards. He loves winning the World Series even more. The two-way Japanese star did both for a second season in a row for the Los Angeles Dodgers, earning his fourth career MVP on Thursday night while unanimously earning the National League honor.

4 weeks ago

A-State men’s basketball announces 2025-26 upcoming themes, activities and food drives

Arkansas State Athletics unveils themes and promotions for the 2025-26 men’s basketball non-conference schedule.

4 weeks ago

Texans’ C.J. Stroud to miss second game due to concussion; Davis Mills to start

Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud is still recovering from a concussion and will miss a second straight game Sunday when the Texans visit the Tennessee Titans.

4 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz seals year-ending No. 1 ranking with another win at the ATP Finals

Carlos Alcaraz secured the year-ending No. 1 ranking in men's tennis on Thursday by beating Lorenzo Musetti to sweep his group at the ATP Finals.

4 weeks ago

A-State cross country to open postseason competition at NCAA South Regional Championships

Arkansas State cross country begins postseason competition on Friday, Nov. 14, at the NCAA South Central Regional Championships in Fayetteville.

4 weeks ago

Cowboys’ hearts heavy after the death of Marshawn Kneeland, coach Brian Schottenheimer says

Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Wednesday that his heart and the hearts of his players are still heavy after the death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, and that they continue to share, laugh and cry after the loss of their teammate last week.

4 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic scores 55 points to match NBA season high, Nuggets beat Clippers for 6th straight win

Nikola Jokic had 55 points, tying the highest-scoring performance in the NBA this season, and 12 rebounds and the Denver Nuggets beat the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers 130-116 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight victory.

4 weeks ago

Pirates ace Paul Skenes wins first Cy Young Award and Tigers star Tarik Skubal goes back-to-back

The 23-year-old Paul Skenes capped his blistering rise to stardom by capturing the National League Cy Young Award on Wednesday night. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace was a unanimous choice by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, the honor coming minutes after Skubal won baseball's premier pitching prize in the American League for the second straight year as the anchor of the Detroit Tigers.

4 weeks ago

Arkansas State Baseball Signs Three Recruits to 2026 Signing Class

Arkansas State baseball head coach Mike Silva announced the signing of three players for the 2027 season.

4 weeks ago

A-State baseball’s Chase Richter to return for 2025-26 season

Arkansas State head baseball coach Mike Silva announced the return of left-handed pitcher Chase Richter for the 2025-26 season.

4 weeks ago

Jameis Winston to start at QB for the Giants in interim coach Mike Kafka’s first big decision

Jameis Winston walked off the field Wednesday following his first practice as the New York Giants' starting quarterback, including some extra work after it was over, and flashed a big smile across his face.

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