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NHL enforcer Ryan Reaves has announced his retirement after 16 seasons, ending a career defined by physical play and leadership. He has played for multiple teams, including the Blues, Golden Knights, Rangers and Wild, and leaves with 66 goals, 140 points and more than 1,100 penalty minutes.
The Knicks have paused individual ticket sales after a pricing error sent early prices soaring. They are rolling back to last year’s prices with an average 12% increase and will refund buyers who already purchased tickets. Sales will restart next week at moderated prices.
Fury and Joshua have agreed to meet at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on 11 December, with Netflix streaming globally. After years of delays and negotiator standoffs, Britain hosts one of boxing’s biggest events as both fighters push to settle a decade-long rivalry.
Taylor Swift has released a deluxe edition of The Life of a Showgirl, titled The Encore, adding four new songs. The move follows mixed reviews of Showgirl and signals Swift’s continuing prolific output as she expands her catalog with fresh material after the original release.
Two men have been arrested in New York on charges of conspiracy and trespassing after emerging from a manhole near a hotel where Israeli PM Netanyahu was staying for the UN General Assembly. Police say the pair attempted to flee and are part of a string of similar incidents this year; authorities warn entry to sewers is illegal and dangerous.
Jalen Brunson has hosted Saturday Night Live, becoming the first Knicks player to host since 2007. The episode opened the Knicks’ season after their title victory, featuring questions from Brunson’s teammates in the monologue and a series of sketches.
Taylor Swift has received the inaugural Artist Director Honors at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, bringing her total to 31 VMAs and making her the most-awarded artist in VMA history. The two-hour show has been hosted by Snoop Dogg from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with Madonna opening the ceremony and multiple new nominees highlighted.
The Mighty Sparrow, celebrated calypso icon Slinger Francisco, has died in New York after a brief illness. Born in Grenada and raised in Trinidad, he helped bring calypso to a global audience with hits like Jean and Dinah and Congo Man. His career spanned six decades, earning him legendary status.
The Philadelphia 76ers have opened the NBA season with a 106-100 road win over the New York Knicks. LeBron James has joined Philadelphia, becoming the first player to start a 24th season with a new team. Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 28 points; Jaylen Brown added 19 and Joel Embiid posted a double-double. The Sixers’ defense tightened in the second half as they rallied in Madison Square Garden.
Madison Square Garden has reiterated that more than 275 championship rings and jewelry will be distributed to players, coaches, employees and Knicks family to honor the team’s title. The company says the distribution plan remains in place and rings will be issued in the coming weeks following opening-night ceremonies.
The Sixers have opened their season with a 106-100 win, led by Tyrese Maxey and new co-stars LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, who join Philadelphia this season. Embiid posts a double-double as the team builds early chemistry, while coach and fans eye how the new roster will gel after offseason moves.
Amanda Serrano will defend her unified featherweight titles in San Juan on January 9, aiming to break the all-time women’s knockout record. The seven-division undisputed former champion has said this will be her final fight, a night she describes as a celebration of her career and a milestone for women’s boxing.