American baseball team from the Bronx, rivals in MLB's AL East
The reports synthesize coverage of Sydney Sweeney’s Novig ad campaign and the ensuing criticism from female athletes. The ads feature Sweeney in minimal clothing with sports props, aiming to promote Decisive Sports betting platform Novig. See coverage from the Independent, CNBC, CNBC and the New York Post for reactions and context.
The Los Angeles Rams have added two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald returns from retirement, forming a fearsome pass-rush duo alongside Matthew Stafford as they pursue a second Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium.
The White House has confirmed that President Trump will not attend the New York Ground Zero ceremony on the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Vice President JD Vance will represent the administration in New York, while Trump is expected to attend the Pentagon service. Preparations at Ground Zero continue under a nonpartisan memorial framework, with several former officials set to attend ceremonies in different locations.
Red Sox radio voice has apologized after calling Jazz Chisholm Jr. a “bush league player” and suggesting a rival pitcher beaning. The remarks followed Chisholm’s aggressive baserunning in a lopsided Yankees-Red Sox game; the broadcaster acknowledged the emotion of the moment and said the comments crossed a line.
Prediction markets tied to elections and sports have surged, with record volumes and new entrants. Regulators warn of manipulation risks as platforms expand amid ongoing court battles over their legality.
The Health Department has identified a likely Legionnaires’ disease cluster in the South Bronx, with ten cases including one death. Ten cooling towers have been ordered drained, cleaned and disinfected, while Yankees Stadium towers have not been linked to current cases. Authorities are continuing tests to determine if the bacteria are alive.
Legislation to make AI data centers pay for grid upgrades has stalled after a Senate objection, while House supporters say the measure is a modest step to shield ratepayers from higher bills amid rising AI infrastructure costs.