US city at the confluence of the Licking and Ohio rivers, a manufacturing hub and cultural center
British tennis talent Jack Draper has withdrawn from Washington with persistent bone bruising in his left serving arm. Doctors emphasise rest as the only cure, with surgery ruled out. The setback follows Wimbledon withdrawal and raises questions about his recovery timeline ahead of the US Open and other summer events.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has retained antitrust attorney Jeffrey Kessler as he faces an NCAA investigation into alleged gambling on college and pro sports. The case, tied to past wagers at Indiana and Cincinnati, could jeopardize his college eligibility and prompt a potential NFL supplemental draft if not resolved. Sorsby is currently undergoing treatment for a gambling addiction.
The Dodgers rally to beat the Orioles 6-5 in a walk-off at Chavez Ravine. Roki Sasaki has a strong outing, pacing fastballs near 100 mph and showing growth with breaking balls; Dalton Rushing delivers the decisive hit in the ninth after a tense late game. Betts commits an error that almost breaks the no-hitter, but the Dodgers persevere.
The US Farm Bill is considering tighter Buy American rules, with a cap on non-US foods for school meals rising concern among nutrition directors about banana imports and the availability of healthy options.
The Texas Supreme Court has rejected environmental groups’ challenge to Boca Chica Beach access limits, ruling that the Open Beaches Act does not grant private enforcement rights and leaving SpaceX’s launch site protections intact. The decision comes days after SpaceX’s Nasdaq IPO, which analysts say has boosted attention on the Boca Chica area.
Quarterback Brendan Sorsby has informed the league of his plan to pursue the NFL Supplemental Draft. The move follows a lengthy legal battle over NCAA eligibility after he disclosed thousands of bets during his college career. A Texas court’s injunction allowed him to play this season, but the NFL draft decision ends that window for now.
The pontiff has received the baseball from the final out of Game 1 of the 2005 World Series. Pierzynski posted photos from the Vatican, confirming the moment when Leo XIV, then Father Robert Prevost, accepted the ball. The White Sox plan an Aug. 11 tribute with pope-themed hats as fans remember the team’s 2005 title.
A heat dome has driven record electricity demand across the eastern United States. Officials warn temperatures will stay high this week and the grid faces stress as cooling needs rise. Cooling centers expand and energy-use guidance is issued to prevent outages.
The Supreme Court has ruled that coordinated party spending with campaigns violates the First Amendment, overturning a decades-old cap on party expenditure. The decision is 6-3 in favor of the NRSC, with the majority citing free speech as the justification. The ruling is likely to shift fundraising dynamics ahead of the midterms, as parties can coordinate more with candidates and may attract bigger donations.
A survey of how hot dogs have shaped American culture, from early prints to modern debates about regional styles. The piece cites historical milestones, regional varieties and how hot dogs remain a symbol in arts and diplomacy.
A federal grand jury in West Virginia has indicted Kerr Kriisa, a 25-year-old Estonia-born former college basketball player, on five counts of wire fraud. He was arrested in Kentucky and is set to appear in federal court this week. The indictment details alleged schemes involving victims who were told they were helping someone in need and included claims of loans, organ sales, and family emergencies.
MLB has circulated proposals for a cap and payroll floor as players push back. The league argues the changes are needed to restore competitive balance, while players warn the plan could curb top earners and disrupt star players’ schedules during the All-Star period.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires has eased across the Northeast ahead of the World Cup final, with storms expected to push remaining haze away. Officials say air quality will be moderate by Sunday, reducing health risks for the public. Trump has criticized Canada over the fires, while meteorologists warn conditions may still affect attendees.
Gauld scores twice as Vancouver Whitecaps beat FC Cincinnati 3-2 at TQL Stadium, reaching 100 goal contributions for the club. Oliver Angulo and Bucha also score; Gunn suffers tough MLS debut for San Jose with a 4-0 defeat to Orlando City. Porteous helps LAFC to win against Real Salt Lake.