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Former Lions EDGE Za’Darius Smith on Verge of Finding a New Homehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-lions-edge-za-darius-151453763.htmlZa’Darius Smith’s retirement appears ready to end. The former Lions pass rusher is expected to reunite with the Cleveland Browns after spending part of the 2024 season in Detroit.Aug 16, 2026 3:14 PM

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Commanders injury news: Macrcus Mariota reportedly suffers sprained kneehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/commanders-injury-news-macrcus-mariota-151241464.htmlCommanders backup quarterback Marcus Mariota suffered an injury early in the preseason victory over the DolphinsAug 16, 2026 3:12 PM
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Commanders injury news: Marcus Mariota reportedly suffers sprained kneehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/commanders-injury-news-marcus-mariota-reportedly-suffers-sprained-knee-151241464.htmlCommanders backup quarterback Marcus Mariota suffered an injury early in the preseason victory over the DolphinsAug 16, 2026 3:12 PM

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Todd Blanche Refuses To Pledge Independence From White House As Trump’s Attorney Generalhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/zacharyfolk/2026/08/16/todd-blanche-refuses-to-pledge-independence-from-white-house-as-trumps-attorney-general/In a “Meet the Press” interview on Sunday, Blanche promised the Justice Department would “act with integrity” under his leadership.Aug 16, 2026 3:05 PM

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Fatima Sana to lead as Pakistan name Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games squadshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/fatima-sana-lead-pakistan-name-150100332.htmlPakistan Cricket Board has named 15-member squads for the Women’s Asia Cup and Asian Games, with Fatima Sana returning as captain for both teams. Pakistan will face Thailand, India and Hong Kong-China in the Asia Cup in Dubai. At the Asian Games in Japan, they meet Thailand in the quarter-final. Pakistan previously won gold in 2010 and 2014.Aug 16, 2026 3:01 PM
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Former Alabama QB Ty Simpson Impresses with Stellar NFL Preseason Debuthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-alabama-qb-ty-simpson-150030332.htmlTy Simpson didn’t have to wait long to make an impression in his first taste of NFL action.The former Alabama quarterback delivered a stellar preseason debut for the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, completing 21 of 25 passes for 190 yards and two touchdowns in a 20-12 comeback victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.For a […] The post Former Alabama QB Ty Simpson Impresses with Stellar NFL Preseason Deb...Aug 16, 2026 3:00 PM

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The PM called Sally McManus a giant of the Labor movement. Now she just wants to go birdinghttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/17/the-pm-called-sally-mcmanus-a-giant-of-the-labor-movement-now-she-just-wants-to-go-birdingAfter securing wage rises for low-paid workers, weathering death threats and working with three PMs – the ACTU secretary is ready for a breakGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSally McManus started her job as the country’s most powerful trade union leader amid howls of criticism.Shouted down for suggesting union members were right to break “unjust” industrial laws in a live...Aug 16, 2026 3:00 PM

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Europe’s tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in small Polish villagehttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/16/tallest-statue-virgin-mary-poland-europeHundreds watched the 56-metre monument’s consecration, including anti-communist leader Lech WałęsaAn enormous statue of the Virgin Mary that is believed to be Europe’s tallest was inaugurated on Saturday in a small Polish village, in the presence of the anti-communist leader Lech Wałęsa.Hundreds of people took part in the consecration of the monument, which towers 55.6 metres (182ft) over Konotopi...Aug 16, 2026 3:00 PM
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A lefty under center: How Austin Simmons is changing Mizzou’s offensehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lefty-under-center-austin-simmons-150000198.htmlSimmons is only the second left-handed quarterback in Mizzou football history to play meaningful snaps.Aug 16, 2026 3:00 PM
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Steelers going back-to-back padded training camp practiceshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/steelers-going-back-back-padded-145526264.htmlAccording to Steelers HC Mike McCarthy, the team plans to practice in pads the next two days, if the weather permits.Aug 16, 2026 2:55 PM
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Eagles Make One Thing Clear About Andy Dalton, Tanner McKee Battlehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/eagles-one-thing-clear-andy-145429785.htmlThe Philadelphia Eagles’ first showing during the 2026 NFL Preseason was far from inspiring. From an offensive standpoint, the game was a flop. For the quarterbacks battling for the primary backup job behind Jalen Hurts, they struggled to get a leg up on the competition. Nick Sirianni and Sean Mannion haven’t been showing their hand […] The post Eagles Make One Thing Clear About Andy Dalton, Tanne...Aug 16, 2026 2:54 PM

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Pair of MSU commits named to Rivals' preseason Michigan All-State teamhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/pair-msu-commits-named-rivals-145149135.htmlA pair of future Spartans have been recognized as top players in the state of Michigan as the 2026 high school season approachesAug 16, 2026 2:51 PM

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Arsenal new boy makes big first impression in Community Shield ?https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/arsenal-boy-makes-big-first-145100344.htmlArsenal have made a dream start in their first competitive outing of 2026/27. The Gunners stunned Man City in the Community Shield when Riccardo Calafiori scored after just 23 seconds.Things got even...Aug 16, 2026 2:51 PM
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Can't Wait For Saturday Witherpoon gets what he deserves: Lifetime financial security for him and his familyhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/cant-wait-saturday-witherpoon-gets-144700790.htmlAug. 16—*** The nearly perfect start to his NFL career continued this weekend for former Illinois star Devon Witherspoon this weekend. An All-American cornerback in 2022 for Bret Bielema's team, Witherspoon was the fifth pick in the 2023 NFL draft. Pat on the back to the Seattle Seahawks, who saw Witherspoon as a guy who could help them transform their defense. So cool when it works out like ...Aug 16, 2026 2:47 PM
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CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Schalke, 2026 preseasonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/confirmed-lineups-real-madrid-vs-144634837.htmlReal Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Schalke in the last game of this year’s preseason stage. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Konate, Huijsen, Carreras, Valverde, Silva, Guler, Brahim, Vinicius, Mbappe. Schalke starting XI (TBC): Karius, Becker, Becker, Kurucai, Ayhan, Tanaka, El-Faouzi, Aouchiche, Ebimbe, Karaman, Adamau. The real fun begins […]Aug 16, 2026 2:46 PM

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Instant Analysis: Cowboys' revamped defense limits yards, points in preseason-opening winhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/instant-analysis-cowboys-revamped-defense-144516592.htmlThe offense and defense got off to a shaky start for Dallas, but both units got it together and showed plenty of promise in a 17-7 preseason win.Aug 16, 2026 2:45 PM
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Preseason: Newcastle vs. Strasbourgh — Match Threadhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/preseason-newcastle-vs-strasbourgh-match-144500460.htmlNewcastle United wraps up its preseason preparations on Sunday with Strasbourg visiting St James’ Park for the Magpies’ final friendly before the start of the new Premier League campaign. Matthias Jaissle’s side enters the game following consecutive defeats to Everton and Bayer Leverkusen, with Liverpool now just one week away in Newcastle’s league opener on […]Aug 16, 2026 2:45 PM
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Chris Wilder Insists Blades Have “A Lot of Work to be Done” After Goalless Drawhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/chris-wilder-insists-blades-lot-144500739.htmlSheffield United began their 2026/27 Championship campaign with a frustrating 0-0 draw against Birmingham City at Bramall Lane on Saturday afternoon.Chris Wilder’s side made a lively start in front ...Aug 16, 2026 2:45 PM
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Clark downs H/H Wood Ducks, reach first-ever Class B state amateur title gamehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/clark-downs-h-h-wood-143400498.htmlAug. 16—MITCHELL — The Clark Traders have spent the 2026 postseason finding ways to win games they probably had no business winning. On Friday night at Cadwell Park, they found another one. After trailing by four runs early, committing five errors and being outhit 12-8, the Traders continued their remarkable postseason run by rallying past the Hartford/Humboldt Wood Ducks 7-6 in the Class B ...Aug 16, 2026 2:34 PM
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8/16: Face The Nationhttps://www.cbsnews.com/video/081626-face-the-nation/This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," amid a number of socialist candidates in the Democratic Party, President Trump has found his rallying cry for the midterm elections. Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky and GOP Rep. Don Bacon join, plus a new poll from CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto.Aug 16, 2026 2:30 PM