Spanish Journalist argues Rodri is an ‘unnecessary signing’ for Barcelonahttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/spanish-journalist-argues-rodri-unnecessary-082000192.htmlHansi Flick’s Barcelona squad already had a host of talented midfield options, and they have strengthened it even further by convincing Rodri.Barça have reached an agreement with Manchester City to...
Aug 18, 2026 8:20 AM
Oops! My cat is an iPad kidhttps://www.theverge.com/tech/980226/cat-ipad-kid-pet-tech-games-youtubePets, like children, come with the responsibility to keep them happy, healthy, and mentally stimulated - obligations I readily committed to before getting my cat, Trevor. I work from home, so he's never lonely, and play with him using a mountain of toys at every opportunity outside of my working hours. But younger cats can be incredibly demanding of your attention. I simply don't have the capacity...
Aug 18, 2026 8:18 AM
This Bills rookie built his NFL dream on repetitionhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/bills-rookie-built-nfl-dream-070025562.htmlRookie Tommy Doman has had a strong training camp, and he seems ready to become the Bills punter.
Aug 18, 2026 7:00 AM
US, Canada hold last-minute talks to stop 50% U.S. tariffshttps://abcnews.com/Business/wireStory/us-canada-hold-minute-talks-stop-50-us-135728041Tension between Washington and Ottawa is already high, stoked by trade disputes and President Donald Trump's inflammatory comments about making Canada the 51st U.S. state
Aug 18, 2026 6:27 AM
Chiefs Enforce Strict Restrictions for Fans at Patrick Mahomes & Co.’s Training Camphttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/chiefs-enforce-strict-restrictions-fans-055056291.htmlThe Kansas City Chiefs training camp has run smoothly for 16 straight summers in St. Joseph, but this week, security decided smooth wasn’t good enough and drew a hard line that fans are already testing.
Aug 18, 2026 5:50 AM
Patrick Mekari Reportedly Undergoes Back Surgeryhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/patrick-mekari-reportedly-undergoes-back-052533084.htmlPatrick Mekari’s back surgery adds another layer of uncertainty to the Jaguars’ already hobbled offensive line, raising questions about his future, and Jacksonville’s early options.
Aug 18, 2026 5:25 AM
Memorial garden opens for Sunderland fanshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/memorial-garden-opens-sunderland-fans-050956974.htmlFans can spread the ashes of loved ones on to the new walled garden outside the Stadium of Light.
Aug 18, 2026 5:09 AM
Valkyries are playoff bound again in 2nd year after beating Dallas 78-70 behind Williams' 23 pointshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/valkyries-playoff-bound-again-2nd-042735826.htmlGabby Williams had 23 points and seven rebounds, Veronica Burton added 16 points and five assists, and the Golden State Valkyries clinched a playoff berth by beating the Dallas Wings 78-70 on Monday night for their sixth straight victory. Golden State (25-9) has already surpassed its win total from last season by two and will get another chance on the postseason stage after becoming the first exp...
Aug 18, 2026 4:27 AM
‘One of the Best’ — NFL Community Fully Endorses Prime Video’s Move to Sign James Palmer For Thursday Night Football Coveragehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/one-best-nfl-community-fully-042203968.htmlJames Palmer is headed back to a prominent national NFL television role, and his peers appear completely ready to see him back in action. Prime Video is adding Palmer as its NFL insider for “Thursday Night Football,” where he will provide reporting for the pregame and postgame shows.
Aug 18, 2026 4:22 AM
The WAFCON champs almost weren’t there at all. Plus: Feel-good NWSL moments from this weekendhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/wafcon-champs-almost-weren-t-041605770.htmlFull Time Newsletter ⚽| This is The Athletic’s weekly women’s soccer newsletter. Sign up here to receive Full Time directly in your inbox. I went to the movies this weekend. Read until the end for a hint from Gotham forward Midge Purce about what I saw. Today: ? Cameroon crowned champions ? Emotional NWSL comebacks ?️ Expansion vs. relocation Up first, a WAFCON final you had to see to believe … Cr...
Aug 18, 2026 4:16 AM
Traders Short French Bonds as Fight Over Budget Set to Escalatehttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-18/traders-short-french-bonds-as-fight-over-budget-set-to-escalateInvestors are turning bearish on French government bonds, as politicians ready for a fight over the 2027 budget before next year’s presidential election.
Aug 18, 2026 4:15 AM
Can canned cocktails revive the booze business?https://www.ft.com/content/cf29e18e-c4d8-4a27-b7c7-3cf56d6eccf2?syn-25a6b1a6=1Young customers are flocking to ‘ready-to-drink’ beverages as other alcohol sales slump
Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM
Road to title defense begins for Cissna Park volleyballhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/road-title-defense-begins-cissna-035748385.htmlCISSNA PARK, Ill. (WCIA) — Last year, Cissna Park raised the bar with a 25-game win streak that culminated in a state title, and even though key pieces of that team graduated, the standard remains the same. The Timberwolves are tasked with replacing standouts Addison Lucht and Josie Neukomm, but they have multi-year starters ready […]
Aug 18, 2026 3:57 AM
Berks high school golf: Schuylkill Valley cruises to victoryhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/berks-high-school-golf-schuylkill-034500539.htmlBrody DeJesus shot a 10-over par 82 to lead Schuylkill Valley to a 360-422 non-league high school golf victory over Christian School of York on Monday at Royal Manchester Golf Links in Mount Wolf, York County. Also for the Panthers, Connor Huggard shot 83, Bryce Bailey 95 and Rowan Gilmer 100. © 2026 the Reading Eagle (Reading, Pa.). Visit readingeagle.com. Distributed by Tribune Content ...
Aug 18, 2026 3:45 AM
‘A complete player:’ Hensley returns to Vikingshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/complete-player-hensley-returns-vikings-034405567.htmlSIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Augustana quarterback Gunnar Hensley started five games in 2025 before suffering a season-ending injury. The Carlsbad, California, native has since recovered and is ready to lead the Vikings once more. “News flash, Gunnar Hensley is really good,” head coach Jerry Olszewski said. “He’s really good. He’s a complete player.” Hensley […]
Aug 18, 2026 3:44 AM
Boot Camp: Pekin brings back significant experience from playoff teamhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/boot-camp-pekin-brings-back-030303089.htmlPEKIN, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Pekin is healthy, experienced and ready for the 2026 football season. Coach Doug Nutter says he has about 115 players in his program but most importantly 13 returning starters from his 2025 playoff squad. The Dragons bring back seven offensive starters and six defensive starters from a 5-5 playoff team that […]
Aug 18, 2026 3:03 AM
Chargers may have unlocked a new version of Justin Herbert under Mike McDanielhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/chargers-may-unlocked-version-justin-024736352.htmlMike McDaniel has high expectations for Justin Herbert in his new Chargers offense — and the star quarterback is already exceeding them. McDaniel believes Herbert is well ahead of the typical Year 1 learning curve, raising expectations for what Los Angeles could accomplish this season.
Aug 18, 2026 2:47 AM
AP Top 25 poll adds more weight to UK football schedulehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/ap-top-25-poll-adds-023331219.htmlThe Wildcats were already facing one of the nation's toughest slates, and the preseason rankings only reinforced that reality.
Aug 18, 2026 2:33 AM
‘Bottom line is, the answer is yes’: Cowboys willing to make major tradehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/bottom-line-answer-yes-cowboys-020305103.htmlEvery season feels like it’s the Super Bowl or bust for the Dallas Cowboys and their fans, but the team’s offseason moves don’t always reflect that mentality. This season, however, it sounds like there’s a chance that they could. The Dallas Cowboys already made a big splash this preseason when they signed veteran pass rusher…
Aug 18, 2026 2:03 AM
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for August 18, 2026https://mashable.com/entertainment/nyt-connections-sports-edition-hint-answer-today-august-18-2026Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle.
Aug 18, 2026 2:00 AM