Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron impress in their WNBA debuts, Brittney Sykes makes key plays down the stretch, and Washington beats Atlanta, 94-90. … [Read more...] about Mystics make strong first impression with opening win over Dream
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Congress warned of growing risk of war with China over Taiwan, urged to up defense posture now
The danger of war with China over Taiwan is increasing and the U.S. needs to be better prepared for the conflict, retired senior military officers and a former high-ranking diplomat told Congress. … [Read more...] about Congress warned of growing risk of war with China over Taiwan, urged to up defense posture now
Israeli airstrikes cripple two ports in Yemen used by the Houthi rebels
The Israeli Air Force launched a wave of airstrikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen in response to the Iran-backed militant group's continuing missile and drone attacks on Israel, government officials said Friday. … [Read more...] about Israeli airstrikes cripple two ports in Yemen used by the Houthi rebels
Los Angeles Lakers 2024-25 fantasy basketball season recap: Luka Doncic set to be next Laker Legend
Outside of the blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic, the breakout season from Austin Reaves provides hope for the future in Los Angeles. … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Lakers 2024-25 fantasy basketball season recap: Luka Doncic set to be next Laker Legend
Wizards owner Ted Leonsis on season: ‘We weren’t tanking, we were developing players’
“We weren’t tanking. We were developing players. It’s a little different than maybe what some of the other teams’ strategy was,” said Leonsis, CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainment, which also owns the NHL’s Capitals and WNBA’s Mystics. … [Read more...] about Wizards owner Ted Leonsis on season: ‘We weren’t tanking, we were developing players’