Qatar Airways CEO knocks World Cup critics at airport event
By LUJAIN JO and JON GAMBRELL Associated Press DOHA, Qatar (AP) — The outspoken CEO of Qatar Airways has lashed out at critics of his country…
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Thousands rally for justice after Indonesian stadium tragedy
By RIZKI DWI PUTRA Associated Press MALANG, Indonesia (AP) — Thousands of people in Indonesia have rallied to demand justice and a thorough…
Continue Reading Phillies slugger Harper to get elbow checked next week
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper is set to have his damaged right elbow checked next week to see whether surgery will be…
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Arizona Western mens soccer prepares for NJCAA tournament
Arizona Western mens soccer is heading back to the NJCAA tournament. This year’s appearance will be the Matador’s fourth consecutive since making…
Continue Reading LeBron hurt late in Clippers’ 114-101 win over Lakers
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James scored 30 points before leaving the court with pain in his left leg late in the…
Continue Reading Kaprizov scores twice on power play, Wild defeat Ducks 4-1
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — A well-rested Kirill Kaprizov took out his frustrations on the Anaheim Ducks. The Minnesota…
Continue Reading Portland earns 91-54 victory over Florida A&M
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Led by Kristian Sjolund’s 20 points, the Portland Pilots defeated the Florida A&M Rattlers 91-54. The Pilots are now…
Continue Reading EXPLAINER: Qatar’s history, politics ahead of FIFA World Cup
By JON GAMBRELL Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Qatar will be on the world stage like it has never been before as the small,…
Continue Reading Jawara puts up 22, San Diego defeats FGCU 79-73
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Seikou Sisoho Jawara’s 22 points helped San Diego defeat Florida Gulf Coast 79-73 on Wednesday night. Jawara had five assists…
Continue Reading Odds are good for sequel to California sports betting effort
By BRIAN MELLEY Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — The effort to legalize sports betting in California ran headlong into a typical challenge for…
Continue Reading Tipton scores 21, Bellarmine holds off Louisville 67-66
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Garrett Tipton had 21 points, Bash Wieland added 13 and Bellarmine survived a late Louisville rally to stun the Cardinals…
Continue Reading Sabonis scores 21 points, Kings top Mitchell, Cavs 127-120
By CAMERON SALERNO Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Domantas Sabonis scored 21 points and the Sacramento Kings overcame another big…
Continue Reading Dentlinger’s 19 lead South Dakota St. past Boise State 68-66
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Led by Matt Dentlinger’s 19 points, the South Dakota State Jackrabbits defeated the Boise State Broncos 68-66. The…
Continue Reading Drake wins 80-48 over IUPUI
DES MOINES, lowa (AP) — Led by Tucker DeVries’ 22 points, the Drake Bulldogs defeated the IUPUI Jaguars 80-48 on Wednesday. Daylan Hamilton…
Continue Reading UAPB wins 87-55 against Champion Christian
PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) — Led by Shaun Doss’ 18 points, the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions defeated the Champion Christian Tigers 87-55 on…
Continue Reading Franklin scores 18, South Alabama beats Mobile 97-59
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Led by Jamar Franklin’s 18 points, the South Alabama Jaguars defeated the Mobile Rams 97-59. The Jaguars improved to 1-0 with…
Continue Reading Darthard scores 14, Utah Valley beats W. Colorado 91-64
OREM, Utah (AP) — Led by Le’Tre Darthard’s 14 points, the Utah Valley Wolverines defeated the Western Colorado Mountaineers 91-64. The…
Continue Reading Dach, Montembeault power Canadiens past Canucks 5-2
MONTREAL (AP) — Kirby Dach scored two goals and Samuel Montembeault made 30 saves, leading the Montreal Canadiens to a 5-2 win over the Vancouver…
Continue Reading Nadal in Sydney, Swiatek in Brisbane before Australian Open
SYDNEY (AP) — Rafael Nadal and world No. 1-ranked Iga Swiatek were among the top players who had their pre-Australian Open tournament destinations…
Continue Reading WNBA to allow coaches challenge next season
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA will allow coaches to challenge one play a game next season, and the league is also…
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