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Astros add RHP Hector Neris, activate Kaleb Ort

(Photo credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports) The Houston Astros adjusted their pitching staff on Saturday, signing free-agent right-hander Hector Neris and activating right-hander Kaleb Ort from the paternity list. The Astros did not announce contract terms for Neris. In corresponding moves, infielder Jacob Amaya was designated for assignment, while right-handers Shawn Dubin and Seth Martinez were optioned to Triple-A Su

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India secure Asian Games quotas in surfing

Thulusdhoo [Maldives], August 24 (ANI): In a significant day for Indian surfing, the team participating in the Asian Surfing Championships 2024 has secured its first-ever quotas for the upcoming Asian Games 2026, with one spot each for men and women. These quotas have been earned based on the ranking points accumulated by Indian surfers in the championship. Kishore Kumar who advanced into the championships' semi-final yes

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Virginia QB Anthony Colandrea to start opener vs. Richmond

(Photo credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports) Virginia sophomore Anthony Colandrea was named as the team's starting quarterback for its season opener next week against visiting Richmond. Cavaliers head coach Tony Elliott made the announcement Saturday with Colandrea getting the nod over senior Tony Muskett for the game at Charlottesville, Va. Colandrea set single-season freshman records for completions (154), passing yar

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Alouettes prepare for return of QB Cody Fajardo vs. Elks

(Photo credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports) Montreal Alouettes quarterback Cody Fajardo is expected to return to the starting lineup Sunday night against the visiting Edmonton Elks. Fajardo (hamstring) was injured July 11 in a 37-18 home loss to the Toronto Argonauts. The Alouettes (9-1) have won four in a row with Davis Alexander at quarterback, but coach Jason Maas said that Fajardo is still his No. 1. "He's our st

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Over 50 Japanese nationals participate in Global Muthamizh Murugan Conference in Tamil Nadu

Dindigul (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 24 (ANI): More than 50 devotees of Lord Murugan from Japan participated in the Global Muthamizh Murugan Conference, which is being held in Palani, Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, on August 24-25. The conference aims to bring together the devotees and harness the philosophy of Lord Murugan. Shri Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple in Palani has been adorned with colourful lights. Ac

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"If everything goes right, will bring gold from Paris": Paralympic cyclist Shaik Arshad

New Delhi [India], August 24 (ANI): In the heart of every athlete lies the dream of winning gold at a major event and for Shaik Arshad, a Paralympic cyclist, this dream is closer than ever. As he gears up for the upcoming Paralympics, Arshad's determination is palpable. "We are working very hard, and this time, we will bring back a medal," Arshad told ANI. "If everything goes right, I will bring gold from Paris. The dista

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Phillies reinstate Ranger Suarez from IL to start vs. Royals

(Photo credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports) The Philadelphia Phillies activated left-hander Ranger Suarez from the 15-day injured list to start Saturday's game against the host Kansas City Royals. Suarez was placed on the injured list on July 27 due to lower-back soreness. Suarez, 28, earned his first All-Star appearance amid what has so far been a career season. The lefty is 10-5 with a 2.87 ERA over 20 starts for the

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Best of Shikhar Dhawan: Looking back at his finest knocks

New Delhi [India], August 24 (ANI): Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan featured in 269 international games for India and scored 10,867 runs at an average close to 40. Shikhar Dhawan, who announced his retirement on Saturday, was India's opening mainstay in the previous decade, providing stability as a top-order batter across the three formats. He had a stable run in Tests (2315 runs at an average of 40.61) and T20Is (1759

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Women's Open: Indian duo Aditi, Diksha miss cut while world no. 1 Korda takes lead

St. Andrews [Scotland], August 24 (ANI): India's top woman golfers Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar missed the cut at the 2024 Women's Open after the first two rounds at the Old Course at St. Andrews. Aditi shot 76-76 while Diksha Dagar shot 77-76 to miss the cut that is likely to fall at 4-over though the second round is yet to be completed. The top 65 and tied from the field of 144 qualify for the final two rounds of the wo

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Bears acquire DT Chris Williams from Browns

(Photo credit: Jeff Lange / USA TODAY NETWORK) The Chicago Bears acquired defensive tackle Chris Williams and a seventh-round pick of the 2025 NFL Draft from the Cleveland Browns on Saturday. The Browns, who boast plenty of depth at defensive tackle, will receive a sixth-round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft. That pick was acquired by Chicago in the deal that sent wide receiver Chase Claypool to the Miami Dolphins last O

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India U17 gear up for Indonesia challenge in Bali

New Delhi [India], August 24 (ANI): The Indian men's U17 team has landed in Bali ahead of their two friendly matches against Indonesia U17 on August 25 and 27, 2024. On Friday night, the Blue Colts played a practice match against local side Bali United FC U20 at the Samudra Kuta Stadium, which ended in a 2-2 draw. Mohammad Sami and Mohammad Arbash scored the goals for India. Coached by Ishfaq Ahmed, India U17s are prepari

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MRIs set for 49ers' Leonard Floyd, Yetur Gross-Matos

(Photo credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports) The San Francisco 49ers are awaiting word about knee injuries suffered by pass rushers Leonard Floyd and Yetur Gross-Matos in the team's preseason finale. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said both players "most likely" left the game with knee sprains in the 24-24 road tie Friday against the Las Vegas Raiders, but MRI exams would provide an exact diagnosis. The MRIs were set

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Bhausaheb Bandodkar Trophy: FC Goa breeze past Sporting Clube de Goa

Margao (Goa)[India], August 24 (ANI): FC Goa kicked off their Bhausaheb Bandodkar Trophy 2024 campaign with a commanding 4-0 victory over Sporting Clube de Goa at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Saturday. The match played in relentless rain, saw the Gaurs dominate their Goan rivals with a brace from Spanish midfielder Borja Herrera and late strikes by Armando Sadiku and Boris Singh. This was also the FC Goa team's

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India Legends Championship: Jeev Milkha, Jyoti Randhawa to headline Indian challenge

New Delhi [India], August 24 (ANI): A new era in Indian golf will see the launch of the India Legends Championship, where 10 Indian golfers, including Jeev Milkha Singh and Jyoti Randhawa, have confirmed their participation at the inaugural event. The other confirmed Indian names for the India Legends Championship are Mukesh Kumar, Digvijay Singh, Harmeet Kahlon, and Vijay Kumar, who are all past winners on the Asian Tour