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The longshot colt surged from the back of the pack to edge out Renegade in a photo finish at Churchill Downs.
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The longshot colt surged from the back of the pack to edge out Renegade in a photo finish at Churchill Downs.

Senate and House armed services chairs oppose the Pentagon's plan to withdraw 5,000 troops, suggesting they should be moved further east instead.

The Nigerian government has expressed profound concern over the recent killings of its citizens and the rise of organized anti-foreigner sentiment.

The three-time MVP says the team is currently "far" from competing for another title following their elimination.

The rookie sensation played limited minutes in her Gainbridge Fieldhouse debut before leaving the game; she later assured reporters she is fine.

Legal action has been initiated by the families of two victims killed in the October 2024 crash of a Cessna 210 owned by the former NASCAR driver.

Yara CEO Svein Tore Holsether warns that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are jeopardizing global crop yields and could trigger a bidding war for food.

Minnesota secures a convincing series win to advance, signaling a shift in the Western Conference hierarchy through elite defense and star power.

The Knicks leveraged a suffocating defense and home-court advantage to dismantle the Atlanta Hawks in the series opener, setting a physical tone for the

Following a high-spending offseason, the Mets' 2026 campaign has hit rock bottom with clubhouse tension and a historic April slump.

Phil Garner, a cornerstone of the 1979 "We Are Family" Pirates and the manager who led Houston to its first pennant, has died at 76.

A festive gathering at the historic 19th-century fortress turned into a fatal crush as overcrowding and heavy rain triggered a panic at the site's

Despite a brief cessation of hostilities for Orthodox Easter, both nations reported heavy combat activity, alleged war crimes, and a major prisoner swap.

Justin Bieber's first major show in four years traded elaborate choreography for a stripped-back journey through his digital discovery.
The legendary singer, known for her incredible range and versatile voice, passed away in Mumbai following a heart attack.

Military jets targeting Islamist militants reportedly struck a weekly market on the border of Yobe and Borno states, sparking international condemnation.

Following failed negotiations led by Vice-President JD Vance, the US is shifting to a naval blockade to prevent Iran from collecting tolls and to halt its

The former first-round pick and Ohio State standout was absent from his UFL team's weekend roster following an overnight arrest in Texas.

The Italian star secured his return to the summit of tennis with a pivotal win in Monaco, shifting the momentum of the clay-court season.

The Minnesota Lynx have solidified their core for 2025, reaching deals to retain the All-Star guard duo that led them to the WNBA Finals.

The winningest coach in Avalanche history will remain away from the bench to recover from multiple fractures, leaving assistants to lead the team's

The former franchise standout will remain a fixture on Mike Brown's bench, ensuring staff stability for the upcoming NBA season.

The global information services leader will host a webcast to discuss its performance as it continues its pivot toward AI-driven professional tools.

While OpenAI prepares for a massive IPO, industry professionals at HumanX indicate a growing preference for Claude due to perceived reliability and