Oregon's Adrian Lopez ranked among best transfer hittershttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/oregons-adrian-lopez-ranked-among-172929593.htmlOregon baseball lost some valuable bats in the portal, but also managed to scoop up one of the best from a Big Ten rival.
Aug 18, 2026 5:29 PM
NL Cy Young Award top 5 candidates in MLB’s recent pollhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nl-cy-young-award-top-171951791.htmlWho is the biggest threat to beat "Miz"?
Aug 18, 2026 5:19 PM
Heat predicted to outbid Nuggets, Wizards for $305M six-time All-Star, future Hall of Famerhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/heat-predicted-outbid-nuggets-wizards-165442622.htmlThe Miami Heat are trying to salvage the offseason. With the pressure mounting, they are likely to win a big free agency battle over the Denver Nuggets and Washington Wizards.
Aug 18, 2026 4:54 PM
Root's great challenge to finish captaincy storyhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/cd69881454vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rssJoe Root has an unexpected chance to address some unfinished business as England captain, but it is one of the biggest challenges of his stellar career.
Aug 18, 2026 4:41 PM
The NBA’s investigation into the Clippers has become an absolute messhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nba-investigation-clippers-become-absolute-163453283.htmlThe investigation into the Clippers is a big mess.
Aug 18, 2026 4:34 PM
The United States is about to wake up to the threat from China's space programhttps://arstechnica.com/space/2026/08/the-united-states-is-about-to-wake-up-to-the-threat-from-chinas-space-program/One big question: Will China assert territorial rights where its rover explores?
Aug 18, 2026 4:30 PM
Najee Harris signing: Giants add four-time 1,000-yard rusherhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/najee-harris-signing-giants-add-162821420.htmlThe Giants make a big move to add to their offense.
Aug 18, 2026 4:28 PM
Byrum Brown listed among the SEC's most impactful transfershttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/byrum-brown-listed-among-secs-161752949.htmlByrum Brown handled the big stage well at USF. Now, he looks to do the same in the SEC with the Auburn Tigers.
Aug 18, 2026 4:17 PM
U.S. Open wild cards: Serena Williams keeps fans waiting on first appearance in four yearshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/u-open-wild-cards-serena-161606472.htmlWild cards at Grand Slams can be fraught at the best of times. There are reciprocal arrangements between the nations that host them, crowd favorites looking for one last hurrah and rising talents vying for a chance to perform on the biggest stages in tennis. At the Australian, French and U.S. Opens and at Wimbledon, the vast majority of them go to players from the host nation, already home to the ...
Aug 18, 2026 4:16 PM
Heat 'desperate' to sign $298M generational shooter, ex-Warriors future Hall of Famer, 5x All-Starhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/heat-desperate-sign-298m-generational-154055711.htmlThe Miami Heat have had a disappointing offseason. It turns out they are desperately wanting a big time name this summer to add alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Aug 18, 2026 3:40 PM
Bitcoin Whales End Selling Spree, Adding $2.9 Billion in 60 Dayshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-18/bitcoin-whales-end-selling-spree-adding-2-9-billion-in-60-daysBitcoin has spent months mired in a slump that has driven out retail traders, drained billions from crypto funds and turned one of its biggest buyers into a seller. Now, investors searching for signs of a bottom are getting a modicum of relief from an old source: Bitcoin whales are buying again.
Aug 18, 2026 3:39 PM
Breaking down the top SEC commits in the 2027 Rivals300 rankingshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/breaking-down-top-sec-commits-153443168.htmlIt’s the Big Ten that’s currently atop the college football world, but the SEC continues to flex its muscle in a big way on the recruiting trail. One look at the 2027 Rivals300 rankings shows that the league hasn’t lost a step when it comes to landing blue-chip high school talent. Of the 300 prospects […]
Aug 18, 2026 3:34 PM
Bank of Israel's Yaron Says Next Policy Meeting Will Be a Live Onehttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-18/bank-of-israel-s-yaron-next-meeting-will-be-a-live-one-videoBank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron says Israel's economy has shown resilience during the war in Iran but warns there's a big fiscal policy challenge ahead. He speaks with Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Open Interest." (Source: Bloomberg)
Aug 18, 2026 3:18 PM
Saints sign German striker Schmidt on two-year dealhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/saints-sign-german-striker-schmidt-145443265.htmlGerman striker Danny Schmidt is relishing the "big challenge" of playing outside his homeland for the first time after joining St Johnstone. Schmidt, who was released by Fortuna Dusseldorf this summer, has signed a two-year deal in Perth. The 23-year-old, 6ft 2in forward came through the ranks at Mainz before joining Fortuna two years ago, going on score five goals in 39 appearances for the club...
Aug 18, 2026 2:54 PM
Blackstone, Blue Owl Tap Bond Markethttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-18/blackstone-blue-owl-tap-bond-market-videoPrivate credit is returning to the bond market in a big way. Blackstone’s BCRED raised $750 million and Blue Owl sold $400 million as strong demand helped drive record August investment-grade issuance. Bloomberg’s Kat Hidalgo explains why investors are coming back, but still favor safer exposure higher in the capital stack. (Source: Bloomberg)
Aug 18, 2026 2:39 PM
How Griezmann & Lewandowski are transforming their new teamshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/griezmann-lewandowski-transforming-teams-142800134.htmlBy Joseph LoweryIt didn’t take long for two of MLS’s brightest – and newest – stars to show why they’re among the biggest names in soccer.In his very first game for Orlando City, Antoine Gri...
Aug 18, 2026 2:28 PM
How much can debt forgiveness save on $30,000 in credit card debt this August?https://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-much-credit-card-debt-forgiveness-saves-30000-august-2026/Having part of a $30,000 credit card balance forgiven could mean big savings, but the final amount can vary widely.
Aug 18, 2026 2:16 PM
‘She went above and beyond’: Sophie Cunningham receiving praise for national anthem movehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/she-went-above-beyond-sophie-141532011.htmlSunday’s game between the Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream was one of the most exciting of the entire season. Fever superstar Caitlin Clark scored 26 points and tallied nine assists in the 95-91 overtime win for Indiana. Clark’s biggest rival, Dream star Angel Reese, had a whale of a game as well, scoring 15 points…
Aug 18, 2026 2:15 PM
Peacock is raising prices by up to $3https://www.theverge.com/streaming/981418/peacock-price-increase-august-2026Peacock is raising prices across its streaming plans once again, with the company's cheapest ad-supported Select tier going from $7.99 to $8.99 / month, as reported earlier by Variety. The Premium plan with ads is increasing from $10.99 to $12.99 / month, while the ad-free Premium Plus plan is getting the biggest hike, jumping from $16.99 to $19.99 / month.
The price change goes into effect on Aug...
Aug 18, 2026 2:11 PM
Aston Villa pick up talks for Bayern Munich midfielderhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/aston-villa-pick-talks-bayern-140726656.htmlThe Villans have started to look at Joao Palhinha once again, after a transfer window that has seen some big names leave their club.
Aug 18, 2026 2:07 PM