Press review · Thursday, 3 July 2025
03 July 2025
15,506 articles: 08 May 2025 – 27 October 2026
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espn.com
Sources: Smart agrees to buyout; to join Lakers
Marcus Smart has agreed to a contract buyout with the Wizards and plans to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Lakers after clearing waivers, sources told ESPN.
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espn.com
Fight results: Pacquiao-Barrios fight to a draw, Fundora stops Tszyu
Manny Pacquiao's return to boxing was scored a majority draw aganst Mario Barrios on Saturday in Las Vegas.
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espn.com
Why a 46-year-old Pacquiao is boxing again
Manny Pacquiao is back to a familiar place in Los Angeles, looking for a new start and to add to his legendary career.
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espn.com
Scheffler up 4, closes in on first title at The Open
Scottie Scheffler moved within one round of claiming the third leg of the Grand Slam on Saturday when he made an eagle and two big par saves for a 4-under 67 in The Open that gave him a four-shot lead at Royal Portrush.
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foxnews.com
Rory McIlroy unbelievably unearths hidden golf ball with shot in bizarre scene at The Open
Rory McIlroy hit a ball out of the rough, and as he swung into the ground he somehow unearthed another golf ball during the third round at The Open.
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cbssports.com
The Open 2025 leaderboard: Scottie Scheffler takes commanding lead, puts one hand on first Claret Jug
Rory McIlroy gave the home crowd plenty to roar about on Saturday, but he's playing a distant fourth on the leaderboard
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skysports.com
Usyk vs Dubois 2 LIVE: Fight updates, news and results from undisputed heavyweight world title fight at Wembley Stadium
Live updates as Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois put all the belts on the line for the right to become undisputed heavyweight champion of the world at Wembley Stadium; former cruiserweight world champion Lawrence Okolie fights Kevin Lerena at heavyweight on the undercard
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espn.com
McIlroy's Open push slowed by surprise 2nd ball
Rory McIlroy's third-round charge at the Open Championship was derailed in bizarre fashion when he unwittingly performed a two-ball trick shot at the 11th hole.
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bbc.com
Australia 19-27 Lions: Tourists win first Test in Brisbane
The Lions get their series off to a winning start by beating Australia 27-19 in the first Test at the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
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nypost.com
Phillie Phanatic hilariously recreates viral Coldplay kiss cam scandal
The Philadelphia Phillies delivered their take on the story that won’t die.
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nytimes.com
Open Championship 2025 Round 2: What to know as Scottie Scheffler takes the lead
Scheffler is the first reigning world number one player since Tiger Woods to hold the 36-hole lead at this championship.
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espn.com
Attorney: Lawsuit alleging rape by Sharpe settled
A lawyer says NFL Hall of Fame member Shannon Sharpe has resolved a lawsuit that accused him of sexually assaulting a woman during their relationship.
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espn.com
Crowe gives Tigers highest-rated recruit since MPJ
Jason Crowe Jr., considered the No. 1 point guard in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to Missouri on Friday, becoming the Tigers' highest-ranked recruit in almost a decade.
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nbcsports.com
Chicago Street Race won't be on NASCAR schedule in 2026
NASCAR leaves open the option of the event returning in 2027.
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espn.com
Lowry hit with 2-shot Open penalty: 'Hard to take'
Shane Lowry was assessed a two-stroke penalty following his second round at the Open Championship on Friday after the broadcast video feed appeared to show his ball moving slightly when he took a practice swing in the rough on the 12th hole.
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nbcnews.com
Bryan Braman, former Eagles player and Super Bowl champ, dies at 38 after brain cancer diagnosis
The linebacker recorded a key tackle in Philadelphia's 41-33 upset victory over the New England Patriots in the 2018 Super Bowl.
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espn.com
Police: Noose found at Titans' new stadium site
A noose was found at the site of the Titans' new Nissan Stadium, according to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, with work stopped at the site amid an investigation.
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espn.com
Ex-NFLPA boss' strip club expenses face scrutiny
Former NFL Players Association leader Lloyd Howell Jr. resigned after an outside investigator hired by the union received documents this week showing he charged the union for two visits to strip clubs.
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espn.com
DeChambeau fights back, improves by 13 shots
Bryson DeChambeau improved his score by 13 strokes and shot one of the low rounds of the day -- a 6-under 65 -- to jump back up to 1 over and be near the projected cut line.
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Noni Madueke: Arsenal sign England winger from Chelsea for £48.5m
Arsenal complete the signing of England winger Noni Madueke from Chelsea for an initial fee of £48.5m.
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espn.com
MLB All-Star week buzz: Latest intel on trade rumors, Tucker's free agency and more
Which teams will go all-in at the deadline? Who could spend big on Kyle Tucker? Here's everything our MLB insiders heard in Atlanta.
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espn.com
Sights and sounds from the Open Championship's second round
It's a close race at Royal Portrush. Follow along with the second round of the 2025 Open Championship.
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golfweek.usatoday.com
2025 British Open live cut line tracker: Did Bryson DeChambeau make it at Royal Portrush?
On Friday at the 2025 British Open, eyes tend to go to to the top of the leaderboard but also the projected cut line.
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theguardian.com
Scheffler and Lowry ride out storm while Morikawa gets bogged down
The world No 1 laid down an ominous marker in the sort of tough conditions in which the 2019 champion thrived alongside him
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The Open 2025: McIlroy in action during second round at Royal Portrush – live
Who will set the pace on the second day of the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush? Join our writers
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Euro 2025: England win on penalties - how dramatic and emotional shootout played out
One goalkeeper saved four penalties, the other kept out two and three players missed the target - how England came out on top of a rollercoaster shootout.
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espn.com
Howell resigns as executive director of NFLPA
Lloyd Howell Jr. has resigned as executive director of the NFL Players Association, citing distractions his leadership has caused in recent weeks.
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Pokemon GO Gigantamax Lapras Max Battle Day Guide – All bonuses, Schedule, Best Tips and Tricks, Research Tasks, and More | Esports News - Times of India
Esports News: Get ready for the return of Gigantamax Lapras in Pokémon GO's Water Festival! On July 19, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, Trainers can parti
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espn.com
Passan finds the perfect trade deadline addition for every MLB contender
A star outfielder to the NL West? A powerful slugger dealt to New York? We make moves for every World Series hopeful.
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cbssports.com
The Open 2025 leaderboard: Matt Fitzpatrick tied on top with Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm in hunt
The three pretournament favorites all put themselves in position to contend after 18 holes at Royal Portrush
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espn.com
Sights and sounds from the first round of the 2025 Open Championship
Here are the highlights from the first round of the 2025 Open Championship.
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nbcsports.com
Justin Herbert: Mike Williams' retirement was "heartbreaking, tough news to hear"
For the first four years of Justin Herbert’s career, Mike Williams was a pillar of the Chargers’ receiving corps.
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espn.com
Open Championship storylines: What to expect from Rory and Scottie, and how will Royal Portrush play?
Is Scottie Scheffler the overwhelming favorite? Is Rory McIlroy's game rounding into form? We look at five storylines to watch this week at the Open Championship.
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espn.com
Sources: Lillard reaches deal to return to Blazers
Nine-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard has agreed to a three-year, $42 million contract to return to the Trail Blazers, sources told ESPN on Thursday.
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espn.com
Sources: Steelers make Watt highest-paid non-QB
T.J. Watt and the Steelers have agreed to a three-year, $123 million extension that again makes him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.
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espn.com
Trump mulls EO on athletes' employment status
President Donald Trump is considering an executive order that would require federal authorities to clarify whether college athletes can be considered employees of their schools.
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espn.com
Elko: Unsigned Bengals pick not returning to A&M
Texas A&M coach Mike Elko quashed speculation about Shemar Stewart potentially seeking a return to college amid the rookie's contract dispute with the Bengals.
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nbcsports.com
Mike Williams informs Chargers of his retirement
After landing on the PUP list, veteran receiver Mike Williams has elected to hang up his cleats.
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cbssports.com
The Open 2025 leaderboard live updates: Golf scores, Open Championship coverage, Round 1 at Royal Portrush
Live scores, updates and highlights as The Open begins in Northern Ireland
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click2houston.com
Ex-Texans linebacker Bryan Braman dies from rare type of cancer: ‘His heart was as big as his body, he was special’
Former Texans, Eagles linebacker dies from cancer: 'He took his last breath, he was a pillar and a staple of the underdog'
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espn.com
Marathon WR holder suspended over doping test
Ruth Chepngetich, who set the marathon world record by almost two minutes at the Chicago Marathon last October, was provisionally suspended Thursday for a positive doping test.
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espn.com
Chiefs star Rice sentenced to 30 days of jail time
Chiefs star Rashee Rice was sentenced to 30 days of jail time and five years probation for his role in a multicar crash last year.
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espn.com
Mizzou coach touts Big Ten plan, axing committee
Missouri coach Eliah Drinkwitz wants to follow the Big Ten's proposal of guaranteed automatic qualifiers for the College Football Playoff, likes eliminating the CFP selection committee and isn't opposed to cutting the SEC championship game.
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espn.com
Klay Thompson, Megan Thee Stallion confirm relationship with red carpet debut
The NBA star and Grammy Award-winning rapper made their red carpet debut at her inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala.
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dailymail.co.uk
Super Bowl winner dead at 38 after battling cancer
The former NFL linebacker and member of the Super Bowl LII-champion Philadelphia Eagles died from a rare form of cancer at 38. His agent, Sean Stellato, confirmed his death on Thursday.
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espn.com
Mickelson cards his best Open start since 2016
Phil Mickelson avoided most of the rain to card a 1-under 70 for his best opening round at an Open Championship since 2016.
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nbcsports.com
Both LeBron James, Lakers reportedly expect star to be at Lakers' training camp this fall
Despite considerable speculation about a LeBron trade, the reality is that he never asked for a trade and he has a no-trade clause.
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Gillis draws boos and laughs amid jabs at Caitlin Clark and Donald Trump at Espys ceremony
Comedian Shane Gillis’s opening monologue as host at the Espys awards ceremony went over awkwardly in front of some of the biggest names in sports
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espn.com
'Sad.' 'Embarrassing.' Why players were a no-show at the MLB draft
Moving the draft to All-Star week was supposed to give it some sizzle. But none of the picks -- not one -- was in attendance.
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espn.com
D-backs star Marte's home robbed during break
Police are investigating a burglary that is believed to have happened Tuesday night at a home owned by Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte.