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The Baltimore team’s plan to add Maxx Crosby fell apart after a medical check revealed concerns about his knee. The GM, Eric DeCosta, explained that the trade was canceled because Crosby did not pass the required physical. The deal had involved two first‑round picks for the Raiders, a significant co

Basketball Bargaining: Players and League Work Toward a Deal

In Midtown, the WNBA and its players’ union kept talks going late into a third day to avoid delaying the league’s 30th season. After an earlier 12‑hour meeting that ended at dawn without agreement, both sides returned to the Langham Hotel for more talks. Players Nneka Ogwumike, Breanna Stewart, Bria

politics

TSA Workers Face Pay Cuts While Senate Stands Still

The debate over how to end the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown has stuck in Washington, leaving TSA agents among those who will not receive their first full paycheck this week. Airports are already feeling the strain: travelers line up longer at security checkpoints because many agent

science

Controlling Unpredictable Flocks with Clever Dogs and Smart Algorithms

Dogs that guide sheep are experts at handling chaos. In a long‑running competition, teams of dogs and handlers must move small groups of sheep that jump between running away and following. These tiny, undecided flocks behave like random networks that change over time, making them hard to control. ...

politics

Fast‑Track Return: Global Entry Reopens After DHS Pause

The United States has turned the page on a travel pause that began when lawmakers could not agree on a budget. A federal agency said it would bring back a program that lets frequent international travelers skip long lines at airports. The move comes after the department had stopped processing Global

Raiders Trade Blow‑up: What Happened and Why It Matters

The Las Vegas Raiders had just finished a tough season that gave them the top draft pick for 2026. With new head coach Klint Kubiak, a possible top‑pick quarterback, and several free‑agent signings, the team felt hopeful. A key move was trading star pass rusher Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Rav

NFL Free‑Agency Shake‑Ups: Teams Swap Players, Sign New Deals

The NFL’s free‑agency season has kicked off with teams making big moves before the official start on Wednesday. Several quarterbacks are already on new rosters: Geno Smith joined the Jets, Tua Tagovailoa signed with the Falcons, and Malik Willis is on the Dolphins’ list. Kyler Murray and Aaron Rodge

opinion

Ravens Trade Trouble: A Medical Mix‑Up and Money Mess

The Ravens almost signed Maxx Crosby, a top defensive player, but a medical report changed the game. A surgeon and Crosby’s agent said his knee was fine, while team doctors were more cautious about a meniscus repair that could take months to heal. The Raiders, who had stopped Crosby last season beca

finance

Stablecoins, AI and a Possible 60% Upswing for Circle

Circle’s stock has already jumped more than a hundred percent after reporting better-than‑expected earnings, and analysts think it could climb even higher. A brokerage team led by Gautam Chhugani rates the shares as “outperform” and sets a price target of $190, implying a potential rise of about six

College Basketball Broadcast Lineup Gets a Fresh Mix