Brewers sweep Dodgers to reach first World Series since 1982
Milwaukee completed a four-game NLCS sweep with a 6–4 win, ending the Dodgers’ bid for a third straight title.
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Matt Boldy's fifth career hat trick lifts Minnesota Wild past St. Louis Blues 5-4
Boldy scored three times and finished with four points as Minnesota survived two late St. Louis goals in St. Paul.
NHS England guidance changes how trans patients are accommodated on single-sex wards
The guidance bases hospital accommodation and staff facilities on biological sex, while requiring trusts to consider clinical needs and provide alternatives where appropriate.
Burnham urges Reform UK to act after ITV reports racist remarks by members
Andy Burnham called for immediate action after ITV reported racist remarks by Reform UK members and councillors. The party says it is investigating cases and has suspended some...
Cornell faculty challenge President Kotlikoff over response to sexual assault allegations
Faculty questioned Cornell’s president about the university’s handling of sexual assault allegations and Greek-life safety as they considered a no-confidence resolution.
Ilhan Omar’s citizenship records under scrutiny as relatives receive subpoenas
Investigators are examining Omar’s family immigration records, according to reports. A separate report says her sister is among those subpoenaed; Omar rejects the inquiry as...
Nine former FBI employees sue to regain jobs after Trump documents probe firings
The former agents, analysts and specialists allege they were dismissed because of their work on the classified-documents investigation. They seek reinstatement and back pay.
Eight US states sue OpenAI over alleged harms linked to ChatGPT
The separate state lawsuits accuse OpenAI of misleading users about ChatGPT’s safety and seek changes to its products, including protections for young users.
ADF member identified as person of interest in HMAS Leeuwin recording device inquiry
Defence says an Australian Defence Force member is assisting military police after a recording device was found aboard the Navy ship in Cairns. The Navy has ordered an audit of...
Jeffrey Donaldson sentenced to 15 years for rape and child sexual offences
The former DUP leader is expected to serve seven and a half years under remission rules. His conviction for offences against two victims who were children is under appeal.
Watchdog asks California State Bar to investigate Katie Zacharia’s legal credentials
Campaign for Accountability filed a complaint concerning the White House press secretary’s claims to be a lawyer. The State Bar has not confirmed whether it received the filing...
Selena Gomez’s Rare Impact Fund benefit raises about $3 million and introduces Katherine Short award
The fourth annual Los Angeles benefit raised money for youth mental health initiatives and recognized a Sacramento nonprofit with a new award honoring Martin Short’s daughter.
US alleges REPS & Company bought 18.5 million tickets by evading purchase limits
Federal authorities say the California broker and three executives spent more than $1.3 billion on tickets for thousands of events, then resold them. The claims have not been...
Three children and teacher killed in Bend elementary school shooting
Police say a 16-year-old opened fire at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, on Oct. 15. Two others were critically injured, and a community member killed the...
Why REPS & Co. faces a federal ticket lawsuit involving Beyoncé’s tour
Federal regulators allege the ticket broker evaded purchase limits and made more than $120 million reselling tickets. Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter said REPS did not...
Troy Aikman sees ESPN moving in another direction as contract talks remain absent
Aikman says his broadcasting deal ends in March and he expects to finish the NFL season, including the Super Bowl, before becoming a free agent.
Philippines rebukes China envoy Jing Quan over remarks on use of force
The Philippine foreign ministry called the ambassador’s wording a seeming threat. China’s embassy said its remarks had been selectively quoted and misinterpreted.
Edward Lelburian Jackson identified as man found in Lake Mead barrel
Genealogical testing gave investigators a name for the man found in 2022. Police say his killing remains unsolved and are seeking information about his life and associates.