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4h ago

Boston's new NWSL team apologizes after brand launch sparks backlash

BOS Nation Football Club revealed its name in a provocative ad campaign Tuesday that sparked criticism from those arguing it is sexist and transphobic.
The Boston NWSL team finally has a name: Why they chose BOS Nation FC
The Boston NWSL team finally has a name: Why they chose BOS Nation FC
6h ago

Serena Williams reveals she had grapefruit-size cyst removed from her neck

The tennis legend said that after some testing and a biopsy, doctors told her to remove the brachial cyst on her neck, as “it was the size of a small grapefruit and it could get infected.”
Serena Williams poses on the red carpet as she arrives for "The Prelude to the Olympics" in Paris on July 25, 2024.
Serena Williams poses on the red carpet as she arrives for "The Prelude to the Olympics" in Paris on July 25, 2024.
7h ago

MLB playoff viewership surges as big market stars vie for World Series

The solid postseason is a continuation of a 2024 regular season when fan attendance and engagement increased.
Shohei Ohtani on the field
Shohei Ohtani on the field
10h ago

Thousands of cases of 'zero sugar' lemonade recalled for containing sugar

Approximately 13,152 cases of mislabeled lemonade, each including 12 cans of the mistakenly sugary drink, were shipped to retail stores in Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio.
A view of several cases of Minute Maid lemonade can boxes, on display at a local grocery store
A view of several cases of Minute Maid lemonade can boxes, on display at a local grocery store
10h ago

National Women's Soccer League reveals name for new Boston team

BOS Nation will begin playing in 2026. The NWSL's expansion into Boston was first announced in September 2023.
The National Women's Soccer League unveiled the name of its 15th team Tuesday, dubbing the Boston squad BOS Nation Football Club.
The National Women's Soccer League unveiled the name of its 15th team Tuesday, dubbing the Boston squad BOS Nation Football Club.
12h ago

Two young boys die in separate Halloween hayride tractor incidents

In both tragedies, the boys were run over by tractors at Halloween hayride events.
Wagon hay ride
Wagon hay ride
12h ago

Tom Brady and partner Tom Wagner to pay over $200 million for stake in Las Vegas Raiders

The seven-time Super Bowl champ bought about a 10% stake in the Raiders with his business partner, Knighthead Capital founder Tom Wagner.
Mark Davis and Tom Brady
Mark Davis and Tom Brady
12h ago

Menendez brothers' relatives to rally outside L.A. courthouse as DA weighs resentencing

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has said his office was reviewing the convictions of the brothers, who were found guilty in the 1989 killings of their parents.
Lyle and Erik Menendez
Lyle and Erik Menendez
14h ago

Teacher and veteran cop part of crew accused of running Long Island brothels

“It is a sad day in law enforcement when a public servant is arrested,” Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney said.
Location of brothels that were run and managed by George Trimigliozzi and  Steven Arey in Holbrook, N.Y.
Location of brothels that were run and managed by George Trimigliozzi and  Steven Arey in Holbrook, N.Y.
15h ago

Standoff near LAX connected to shooting of Santa Monica College employee

Santa Monica College said counseling and emotional support services would be provided to students and faculty who have been impacted.
Standoff near LAX connected to shooting of Santa Monica College employee
Standoff near LAX connected to shooting of Santa Monica College employee
16h ago

Boeing strike enters second month as workers rally in Seattle

Hundreds of striking workers packed the main hall at their union’s HQ chanting “Pension! Pension! Pension!” and “One day longer, one day stronger!”
Boeing strike enters second month as workers rally in Seattle
Boeing strike enters second month as workers rally in Seattle