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France seized first place in Group D of the World Cup, despite losing 1-0 to Tunisia on Wednesday. Perhaps it was a gift, since France already knew it was going to advance. Kylian Mbappe of the French national soccer team celebrates a World Cup goal. He’s on track to lead France to its second consecutive …

The Charlotte Hornets have been plagued by the injury bug this season, including forward Gordon Hayward, who will be out indefinitely with a fractured left shoulder blade. Gordon Hayward from the Charlotte Hornets, seen here clutching his left shoulder during a game against the Chicago Bulls, is out indefinitely with a fractured shoulder injury. (Image: …

Next year, New York City will become a qualifying host region for commercial casinos. But with only one license expected to be available through a competitive bidding process, Gotham’s most powerful individuals are flexing their financial muscles and influence in hopes of landing the coveted concession. An MLB promo highlighting a 2021 “Subway Series” between …

Contrition and remorse are human qualities that can be either genuine or disingenuous. It remains to be seen whether Kyrie Irving was telling people what they wanted to hear, or whether he truly turned the corner as a human being. But judging from what he said and how he appeared in Brooklyn last night, the …

Plans for the rest of the University of Virginia (UVA) football season are in limbo as the campus continues to mourn the loss of three football players. They were shot dead on Sunday by a former player. Two other students, at least one of whom was also on the team, remain hospitalized with injuries. A …

“The job is not finished.” The quote came from Kobe Bryant during the 2009 NBA Finals. The Lakers held a 2-0 lead on the Orlando Magic, and Bryant was asked why he seemed dissatisfied with the two wins, and he replied, stone-faced, “The job is not finished.” New York Giants coach Brian Daboll played that …

Nine weeks into the NFL season, Nick Sirianni from the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles is the betting favorite to win the Coach of the Year at -135 odds, according to a recent update from DraftKings. Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni is seen here during practice. With an undefeated record this season, Sirianni emerged as the …

Cam Johnson, the starting power forward from the Phoenix Suns, suffered a torn meniscus on Friday night and could miss significant time with a right knee injury. Cam Johnson from the Phoenix Suns, seen here playing against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, posted strong numbers as the starting power forward this …

After the first eight weeks of the NFL season, the Buffalo Bills are the consensus betting favorite to win Super Bowl LVII at +225 odds, according to DraftKings. The Philadelphia Eagles are +500 odds, and the Kansas City Chiefs are +650 odds to win the Super Bowl as the closest competition to the front-running Bills. …

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) continues to diversify its gaming portfolio. This time, the North Carolina-based tribe is heading to Kentucky, where it will be a significant partner in Revolutionary Racing’s $55 million quarter horse racing complex. Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Principal Chief Richard Sneed (fourth from left) and Kentucky Gov. Andy …