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Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died, the Vatican said in a video statement on Monday, hours after speaking on the deplorable State of Gaza Easter Sunday mass. Pope Francis died at age 88 after suffering a prolonged illness, the Vatican announced on Monday, adding that he had recently survived a serious bout of double pneumonia. “Dear brothers and sisters, it is with profound sadness I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis,” Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced on the Vatican’s TV channel, noting, “At 7:35 this morning the Bishop…
The college basketball world has been holding its breath, and now it seems Duke University fans are daring to dream once again. the standout freshman who lit up the NCAA this past season, has sparked wild speculation after Duke’s official social media account posted photos of him grinding in the gym. While no official word has come from Flagg’s camp regarding his NBA Draft decision, the sight of him training at Duke already has the Blue Devils fans losing their minds, all thanks to one simple post. One passionate supporter posted under the photos on X: “Do not do this…
The 2025 NFL Draft is just around the corner, and Tennessee Volunteers fans will have plenty to look forward to. Multiple Vols will walk their first steps as professionals, with guys like Omarr Norman-Lott, Dont’e Thornton Jr., James Pearce Jr., and Dylan Sampson looking like locks to be drafted. Notably, others expect DT Elijah Simmons to be a sleeper pick as well. The 2025 NFL Draft is just around the corner, and Tennessee Volunteers fans will have plenty to look forward to. Multiple Vols will walk their first steps as professionals, with guys like Omarr Norman-Lott, Dont’e Thornton Jr., James…
Marcus Rashford could return to the starting lineup when Aston Villa make the trip to his hometown to face Manchester City in the Premier League on Tuesday. The Manchester United loanee was left on the bench at the weekend, despite an excellent performance in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final with Paris Saint-Germain, as Ollie Watkins returned to the side ahead of him. However, with that performance last midweek in mind, and the fact Rashford netted six goals in Manchester derbies while with the Red Devils, manager Unai Emery could reinstate him here. That should be alongside Watkins…
The new face of Irish athletics’: Sprinter Rhasidat Adeleke goes for gold at Paris Olympics PROFILE EUROPE Sprinter Rhasidat Adeleke will represent Ireland at the Paris Olympics in the 400m athletics events from August 5. The national athletics record holder has suffered a torrent of racial abuse online. But this has not discouraged her from aiming to become the first Irish woman athlete to secure a gold medal in athletics. Rhasidat Adeleke, 21, has held the national record for all of the sprint distances, from 60m indoors to 400m, her preferred distance, since last month, when she won the 100m at…
LSU Women’s Basketball Transfer Portal Update: Five Tigers Depart Kim Mulkey’s Roster Mulkey and Co. continue working through a critical offseason, retooling roster in Baton Rouge. Kim Mulkey and the LSU Tigers continue reconstructing the roster in Baton Rouge ahead of a critical 2025-26 season for the program. Following back-to-back Elite Eight losses for the Tigers, Mulkey and Co. will look to utilize the NCAA Transfer Portal to bolster the roster to get over the hump. LSU has added a pair of coveted transfers via the free agent market in forwards Kate Koval [Notre Dame] and Amiya Joyner [East Carolina],…
OU softball coach Patty Gasso ‘really liked’ how Sooners finished Missouri series RBC Heritage 2025 prize money: Full purse payout from Harbour Town Justin Thomas defeated Andrew Novak on the first playoff hole to win the RBC Heritage. Here’s a look at how the $20 million purse was paid out to the field of 72 players, with $3.6 million going to Thomas on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. POS. PLAYER EARNINGS 1 Justin Thomas $3,600,000 2 Andrew Novak $2,160,000 T3 Daniel Berger $1,040,000 T3 Mackenzie Hughes $1,040,000 T3 Brian Harman $1,040,000 6 Maverick McNealy $720,000 7 Tommy Fleetwood $670,000 T8…
Brian Kelly Comments on Pair of LSU Football Transfer Wideouts to Keep Tabs On Kelly and Co. ready to showcase elite wide receiver room in 2025, embarrassment of riches to work with. Brian Kelly and the LSU Tigers continue working through a critical offseason in Baton Rouge with Spring Camp now in the rearview mirror. After an important stretch for the new-look roster, the Bayou Bengals are beginning to hit their stride with summer workouts up next for the program One position group continues standing out from the rest offensively following 15-plus days of practice: The wide receiver room. Headlined…
When Ohio State hired Matt Patricia as its new defensive coordinator following Jim Knowles’ departure to Penn State, it signaled a significant philosophical shift for the Buckeyes’ defense. Patricia, a three-time Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots and former Detroit Lionshead coach, brings a wealth of NFL experience and a sophisticated defensive mindset to Columbus. As the Buckeyes look to defend their national championship, understanding Patricia’s defensive philosophy provides insight into how Ohio State’s defense might evolve in 2025. The Foundations of Patricia’s Defensive Approach At its core, Matt Patricia’s defensive philosophy is built on adaptability and tailoring…
Key Member of Front Office Shares Insight Into Cincinnati Bengals’ Approach in First Round of 2025 NFL Draft Originally posted on Cincinnati Bengals on SI By James Rapien  | Last updated Apr 20, 2025 10:59 AM ET The 2025 NFL Draft is just four days away and a key member of the Bengals front office shared his thoughts on Cincinnati’s approach. Bengals Director of Pro Scouting Steven Radicevic joined Dave Lapham on the In The Trenches podcast to discuss all things offseason, including free agency and the draft. He shared insight into what his approach is and how the Bengals will treat the No. 17 pick in…