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(Photo credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports) Todd Pelino kicked three field goals and Duke relied mostly on defense to defeat Troy 17-10 in the Birmingham Bowl on Saturday in Birmingham, Ala., where interim coaches guided both teams. Troy didn't score until the second half but made a game of it until a late interception doomed the Trojans' final chance. Pelino had second-quarter field goals from 34 and 37 yards, includ

(Photo credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports) Dallas Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith has been ruled out for Sunday's game at the Miami Dolphins because of a back injury. A two-time All-Pro and eight-time Pro Bowl selection, Smith was listed as doubtful before he was downgraded on Saturday after not practicing this week. Smith, who turned 33 on Dec. 12, will miss his fourth game this season. The Cowboys said that Chuma

(Photo credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports) Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 26 points and Bobby Portis recorded a double-double off the bench to fuel the visiting Milwaukee Bucks to a 130-111 win over the New York Knicks on Saturday afternoon. The Bucks led nearly wire-to-wire in the first game of a back-to-back set between the Eastern Conference rivals. Portis collected 23 points and 11 rebounds while Antetokounmpo adde

New Delhi [India], December 24 (ANI): India's number one ranked T20I batter Suryakumar Yadav is down with an injury and shared an update with his fans on the same on Saturday. Suryakumar took to Instagram to share a video of him walking with the help of a crutch and wearing a brace on his foot. "On a slightly serious note, injuries are never fun, but I'll take it in my stride and promise to be back, fully fit, in no time!

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DJ KLAKAMP FROM ERIE, PA: Did the concept of drafting the Best Athlete Available fall by the wayside in favor of drafting by position? Also, in your opinion, who were some of the Best Athletes Available who were drafted by the Steelers? My favorite is Hines Ward, due to his ability to throw, catch and block.

ANSWER: In my opinion, the best athlete drafte

(Photo credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports) Georgia used the transfer portal to nab another wide receiver, reeling in Miami's Colbie Young, according to a social media post by Young on Saturday. "Thank you Miami coaches and teammates for everything," Young wrote on his Instagram account. "Y'all made the experience amazing and I'm extremely grateful. Thank you to my agent, family, friends, etc. for supporting me throu

(Photo credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports) With the league's highest ever tax payroll, the New York Mets top the list of an unprecedented eight Major League Baseball teams that owe a luxury tax for the 2023 season, according to multiple reports. Owner Steve Cohen's Mets owe a record luxury tax of almost $101 million, according to numbers finalized by MLB this week and obtained by the Associated Press. The Mets' $374.7

(Photo credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports) New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry and offensive lineman Conor McDermott have been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the host Denver Broncos. Henry (knee) and McDermott (concussion) were listed as questionable by the Patriots on Friday. Henry turned in a limited practice on Friday after failing to participate in the sessions earlier in the week, while McDermo

New Delhi [India], December 23 (ANI): The Olympic gold medalist and World Champion Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will turn 26 on Sunday. Over the last five years or so, this young boy from Haryana, blessed with a strong arm and hunger to succeed, has touched the biggest peaks in athletics. About to enter his late 20s, he is already possibly the greatest Indian athlete ever. Following a World Junior Championship gol

(Photo credit: Corey Perrine / USA TODAY NETWORK) Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has cleared concussion protocol and will travel with the team to Tampa to face the Buccaneers on Sunday, NFL Network reported. Lawrence, 24, had been listed as questionable for Sunday's game after he was placed in concussion protocol following last Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Lawrence also continues to nurse

New Delhi [India], December 23 (ANI): Every year, every month, every day, cricket is a gift that keeps on giving. Be it breaking of records, unexpected upset victories, strokes filled with intent and positivity and stories highlighting resilience, determination, courage, heartbreak, humour and joy that come with the game, this simple sport involves hitting a red/white ball with a wooden bat is more than a game to its die-

(Photo credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports) Quarterback Maalik Murphy, who drew attention when he filled in for an injured Quinn Ewers at Texas, is transferring to Duke. He announced his destination on Saturday in a social media post. The 6-foot-5 Murphy has three seasons of eligibility remaining, and he'll give new head coach Manny Diaz a key weapon on offense. Duke's 2023 starter, Riley Leonard, transferred to Notr

(Photo credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports) Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson could return from a wrist injury as early as Tuesday, ESPN reported Saturday. Johnson, 22, has missed nearly a month after injuring his left wrist in the second quarter of the Hawks' 136-108 win over the Washington Wizards on Nov. 25. The Hawks (12-16) released a statement Wednesday that Johnson had been cleared to return to full team practi

(Photo credit: Robert Scheer-USA TODAY Sports) Indianapolis Colts running back Zack Moss has been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the host Atlanta Falcons. Moss initially was listed as questionable with a forearm injury after failing to participate in practice this week. He sustained the injury in a play during which he scored a receiving touchdown in Indianapolis' 30-13 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers last

Dubai [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, issued Decree No (61) of 2023 regulating farms in Dubai. The decree is aligned with Dubai's food security strategy and its commitment to ensuring the highest public health and safety standards. The decree focuses on several key areas including maintaining the integrity and aesthetic appeal of t

Ambala (Haryana) [India], December 23 (ANI): A day after Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Bajrang Punia announced that he was returning the Padma Shri -- India's fourth-highest civilian award -- that was conferred on him in 2019, Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij on Saturday said that the wrestler should have not returned the award as it was his right. "Their (wrestlers') awards are their right. They shouldn't return it they

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 23 (ANI): Superstar Salman Khan on Saturday night attended the Mumbai Police annual event Umang in Mumbai. Several pictures and videos of the 'Dabangg' actor surfaced on social media. Salman looked dapper as he wore a dark blue suit over a dark blue shirt. He was seen posing in front of the shutterbugs. The paps stationed at the event also wished the 'Kick' actor ahead of his birthda

(Photo credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports) The Chicago Bears and kicker Cairo Santos have agreed on a four-year, $16 million contract extension, with $9.5 million in guaranteed money, multiple outlets reported Saturday. He will be under contract with the Bears through the 2027 season, per reports. The Bears are the fifth team for the 32-year-old Santos, who started his career in 2014 with the Kansas City Chiefs as an

(Photo credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports) Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard is back practicing with the team as he continues to take part in the league's player assistance program. The NHL and the National Hockey League Players' Association announced his return on Friday but said he has not yet been cleared for game action. On Nov. 24, Girard's representatives, CAA, posted a statement from the 25-ye

Kurukshetra (Haryana) [India], December 23 (ANI): Following the election of former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Singh's close aide Sanjay Singh as the president of the sport's governing body in the country, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar advised the players to "focus more on sports". Former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's aide Sanjay Singh on Thursday was elected as the new

New Delhi [India], December 23 (ANI): Former Indian wrestler and Olympic medalist Sakshi Malik expressed disappointment at the venue selection of junior nationals, which will take place in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh from December 28 onwards. The dates for under-15 and under-20 national events were announced today following the election of Sanjay Singh as the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president on Thursday. Sakshi ques

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LHASA, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) -- On a cool autumn night along Barkhor Street in the heart of Lhasa, the tranquility was complemented by a Buddhist chant accompanied by ethereal melodies. Not too many in the audience were aware that the lead si

ISLAMABAD, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) -- The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) expressed its delight on Saturday after the International Tennis Federation (ITF) upheld its decision allowing Pakistan to host the upcoming Davis Cup tie against India.

NEW DELHI -- Restrictions on movement of vehicles and construction activities were once again imposed in Delhi on Saturday in view of rising air pollution levels.

(Photo credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports) Quarterback Maalik Murphy, who drew attention when he filled in for an injured Quinn Ewers at Texas, is transferring to Duke, multiple outlets reported Saturday. The 6-foot-5 Murphy has three seasons of eligibility remaining, and he'll give new head coach Manny Diaz a key weapon on offense. Duke's 2023 starter, Riley Leonard, transferred to Notre Dame, giving the Blue Devils