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Kids aged five to 14 read less in their spare time than they did four years ago, according to a recent study - but a healthy 72.4% still like to read.

(Photo credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports) The Vancouver Canucks will try to pick up where they left off when they host the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night. The Canucks went into the holiday break riding a nine-game point streak (7-0-2) and leading the NHL with 49 points. Vancouver beat the San Jose Sharks 7-4 in their final gamebefore the break, preventing the Canucks from losing two in a row for the first time

(Photo credit: Jeremy Reper-USA TODAY Sports) Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence said Wednesday that his shoulder is still "pretty sore" and that he doesn't plan to throw much this week in practice in the hopes of being ready to play Sunday. Lawrence is dealing with a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder, an injury he sustained in last week's loss to Tampa Bay. "You never know how things are going to he

(Photo credit: Morgan Tencza-USA TODAY Sports) Florida State wide receiver Keon Coleman announced his plans to enter the 2024 NFL Draft on Wednesday. The 6-foot-4 junior caught 50 passes for 658 yards and 11 touchdowns in 12 games for the unbeaten Seminoles. "We gave it everything we had and, unfortunately, did not have the opportunity to prove that we were the best team in college football this year," Coleman posted on

(Photo credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports) Veteran center Andre Drummond made his first start with the Chicago Bulls this week and the plan looks to continue as Nikola Vucevic misses time with a groin injury. Drummond answered the call with 24 points and 25 rebounds in Tuesday's home victory against the Atlanta Hawks. With the Indiana Pacers visiting the Bulls on Thursday night, the two-time All-Star is preparing as he

(Photo credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports) The Detroit Pistons are stuck in reverse and will attempt to win their first game since Oct. 28 when they face the Boston Celtics on the road Thursday. The Pistons set an NBA record for futility when they lost to Brooklyn 118-112 Tuesday night. With the loss, Detroit became the first NBA team tolose 27 consecutive games in a single season. With another defeat, the Pistons

Royal Enfield Himalayan has been a popular choice for enthusiasts, owing to its off-roading capabilities and affordable pricing. The journey continues with the new Himalayan, with the brand new and tech-loaded Sherpa 450 engine, offering more power and new set of features. It will primarily rival KTM 390 Adventure and upcoming Hero Xpulse 440.

(Photo credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports) The Dallas Cowboys waived linebacker Rashaan Evans on Wednesday, one day after he was arrested for marijuana possession. In a corresponding move, the Cowboys activated offensive lineman Matt Waletzko from injured reserve. The Cowboys signed Evans in Week 5 in the aftermath of losing fellow linebacker Leighton Vander Esch to a season-ending neck injury. Cowboys coach Mike

(Photo credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports) No. 9 North Carolina has experienced plenty since last playing a home game earlier this month. The Tar Heels, who have been off since Dec. 20, will look to tune up for their upcoming Atlantic Coast Conference schedule with a nonconference clash against Charleston Southern on Friday night in Chapel Hill, N.C. North Carolina (8-3) had three big-time contests this month, going to

By Vipul KashyapNew Delhi [India], December 27 (ANI): After the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) formed a committee of three members for the WFI, Sanjay Singh, the newly elected president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), which was suspended by the Union Sports Ministry, stated that he will first hold talks with the government and then seek legal assistance if it does not work. The Union Sports Ministry on Sunda

(Photo credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports) Columbus Blue Jackets forward Sean Kuraly will miss Wednesday night's game at New Jersey after suffering an abdominal injury last weekend. The team said he is considered day-to-day. Kuraly was taken to a local hospital for observation after taking a puck to the chest in the first period of Saturday's loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was released Saturday night. Kura

(Photo credit: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports) Real Salt Lake and captain Damir Kreilach have officially parted ways after six memorable seasons. The 34-year-old Croatian midfielder tallied 47 goals and 24 assists in 151 matches (133 starts) from 2018-23. "Unfortunately we are faced with saying a very difficult goodbye to Damir Kreilach, a beloved figure in our club's history who provided nearly unparalleled impact, lead

(Photo credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports) The Denver Nuggets said forward Aaron Gordon is in good condition following a Christmas Day dog bite. The team said Wednesday that Gordon, 28, is recovering from lacerations to his face and shooting hand, his right. The Athletic reported Gordon required 21 stitches. The Nuggets said he will remain away from the team during his recovery. Denver hosts Memphis on Thursday night.

(Photo credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports) The Green Bay Packers suspended cornerback Jaire Alexander for one game on Wednesday for conduct detrimental to the team stemming from his coin-toss blunder last week that nearly cost the club a possession. Alexander will miss Green Bay's game against the host Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. "The decision to suspend a player is never easy and not one we take lightly. Unfortunatel

New Delhi [India], December 27 (ANI): Gujarat Titans cricketer Robin Minz revealed that he was hoping somebody would pick him at his base price during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Auction. While speaking to the Gujarat-based franchise, Minz said that after seeing many players going unsold during the auction he decided not to watch the event any further and went out for a ride. The youngster further revealed that a

New Delhi [India], December 27 (ANI): The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Wednesday presented its budget for the financial year 2024-25 with focus on sustainable development goals. NDMC chairman Amit Yadav said that FY 2024-25 shows a total expenditure of Rs 4,829.36 crore which is more than the revised estimated figures of Rs 4,568.21 crore. The NDMC Budget for FY 2024-25 shows receipts of Rs 5,069.63 crore which i

Melbourne [Australia], December 27 (ANI): Australia skipper Pat Cummins heaped praise on Marnus Labuschagne's 63-run knock in the second Test match against Pakistan in Melbourne and said that it was worth a hundred. While speaking after day two of the Test match, Cummins said that it was "impressive" how Labuschagne played on the first day of the Test match. The skipper added that the right-handed batter did not miss a ch

(Photo credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports) Like another G.O.A.T., Novak Djokovic hopes to keep performing at a championship level well into his 40s. "Tom Brady is a great example of a champion in his sport that has had such a great career and longevity," Djokovic said Wednesday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The 36-year-old Serbian was speaking to reporters ahead of an exhibition match against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz. "H

(Photo credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports) The Minnesota Twins signed right-hander Josh Staumont to a one-year contract on Wednesday. Financial terms were not announced for Staumont, who posted a 5.40 ERA and no decisions in 21 appearances (one start) with the Kansas City Royals last season. He was placed on injured reserve on June 7 and missed the remainder of the season following thoracic outlet syndrome surgery.

Balochistan [Pakistan], December 27 (ANI): A motorcycle rally was carried out in Pakistan's Gwadar led by Chairman Maulana Hidayatur Rehman Baloch on Tuesday calling for an end to extrajudicial killings and the enforced disappearances of political activists, students and human rights activists, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. Protesters carrying placards and banners inscribed with slogans against the government's crackdown

(Photo credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports) The Denver Broncos are benching Russell Wilson in favor of backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham this week against the Los Angeles Chargers, ESPN reported Wednesday. While that report indicates a performance move, dueling reports from NFL Network and Pro Football Talk said Wednesday that the Broncos are giving serious thought to shutting Wilson down for the final two games to avo

(Photo credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports) New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor will be under center to start Sunday's game against the visiting Los Angeles Rams, coach Brian Daboll announced Wednesday. Taylor replaced undrafted rookie Tommy DeVito in the second half of New York's 33-25 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday. The Giants (5-10), eliminated from postseason contention, have lost two in a row hea

(Photo credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports) Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has a "holiday bug" and will not practice Wednesday. Head coach Jonathan Gannon added that he was not concerned about Murray's availability for the rest of the week. The Cardinals (3-12) visit the Philadelphia Eagles (11-4) on Sunday afternoon. Murray, 26, has passed for 1,305 yards with six touchdowns and four interceptions in six

Centurion [South Africa], December 27 (ANI): Dean Elgar's special ton and debutant David Bedingham's half-century put South Africa in the driving seat in Centurion after India pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj struck on Day 2 of the first Test match at the SuperSport Park on Wednesday. At the time of Stumps, South Africa's score read 256/5 -lead by 11 runs- with Elgar (140) and Marco Jansen (3) unbeaten at the crea

(Photo credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports) The NBA Board of Governors approved Mark Cuban's sale of the controlling interest in the Dallas Mavericks to casino mogul Miriam Adelson and her family. Patrick Dumont, Adelson's son-in-law and the president and CEO of Las Vegas Sands Corp., will serve as the Mavericks' governor. The transaction is expected to close this week, according to a news release from the league on W