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LeBron James Says Russell Westbrook Should Watch a Comedy After Disappointing Lakers Debut

Oct 21, 2021 08:06 AM EDT

After a disappointing Los Angeles Lakers debut for Russell Westbrook, LeBron James has some advice on his fellow purple and gold player.

In a First, U.S. Surgeons Successfully Transplanted a Pig's Kidney Into a Human

Oct 21, 2021 07:38 AM EDT

For the first time, surgeons in the U.S. transplanted a pig's kidney into a human without triggering immediate rejection by the patient's immune system.

New York Knicks Survive Double OT in Season Opener Against Boston Celtics

Oct 21, 2021 02:00 AM EDT

The New York Knicks survived the double-overtime thriller against old rival Boston Celtics during the team's opening night match on Wednesday.

Border Patrol Seizes Over $700K Cocaine, Meth in Multiple Operations at Pharr International Bridge

Oct 20, 2021 23:59 PM EDT

The multiple operations of the United States Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations also known as the OFO assigned at the Pharr International Bridge Cargo Facility resulted in the seizure of $768,500 in alleged cocaine and methamphetamine.

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Nikolas Cruz, Florida High School Massacre Gunman, Pleads Guilty

Oct 20, 2021 22:03 PM EDT

Nikolas Cruz, the gunman of the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, pleaded guilty Wednesday of killing 17 individuals avoiding a possible death sentence.

California Police Investigate Officer Caught on Video Punching Young Suspect in the Face During Arrest

Oct 20, 2021 08:38 AM EDT

A police officer caught on video punching a trespassing suspect during an arrest in Hemet has prompted an investigation from California police.

Russell Westbrook Struggles in Los Angeles Lakers Debut, Resulting in Opening Night Loss Against Golden State Warriors

Oct 20, 2021 04:55 AM EDT

The dream start of the Los Angeles Lakers has turned into a nightmare after Russell Westbrook struggled in the season opener against the Golden State Warriors.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Leads Milwaukee Bucks to Double-Digit Win Over Brooklyn Nets in Season Opener After 2021 NBA Championship Ring Ceremony

Oct 20, 2021 02:15 AM EDT

The Milwaukee Bucks, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, who scored 32 points, opened the NBA season beating the Kevin Durant-led Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night.

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Plane Crashes, Burns in Texas; All 21 Individuals Scramble to Safety

Oct 19, 2021 23:22 PM EDT

Shortly after a private plane attempted to take off Tuesday in Texas, the aircraft crashed prompting all 21 passengers and crew on board to scramble to safety before the plane burst into flames.

Portuguese Authorities Recover 5 Tons of Cocaine From 79-Foot Yacht; Record Haul Estimated Worth $232 Million

Oct 19, 2021 21:47 PM EDT

The authorities in Portugal seized more than 5 tons of cocaine with an estimated worth of $232 million, recovering the illegal drugs from a 79-foot or 24-meter yacht floating in the Atlantic Ocean on Sunday.

LA Lakers Bring Avery Bradley Back as Team Fills Final Roster Spot

Oct 19, 2021 08:30 AM EDT

The Los Angeles Lakers acquired veteran guard Avery Bradley fresh off of waivers after he was cut by the Golden State Warriors earlier this week.

Lakers' LeBron James Doesn’t Believe Limiting Workload Shields Him From Injury: 'Feel Worse When I Play Low Minutes'

Oct 19, 2021 07:58 AM EDT

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James said he's not buying the idea that monitoring his minutes would have any effect on his health.

Florida Deputy Heroically Saves 3-Year-Old Boy Hiding Under Blanket From a Burning House

Oct 19, 2021 07:13 AM EDT

A Florida deputy saved a 3-year-old boy from a house fire. A video released by the Flagler County Sheriff's Office showed the child was hiding under a blanket.

Texas Legislature Returns For Third Special Session

Latino Groups File Lawsuit Against Texas Redistricting; Emphasized Diluted Voting Rights by Latinos

Oct 19, 2021 00:31 AM EDT

The recent redistricting maps drawn by the Texas Legislature prompted several Latino individuals and groups to file a lawsuit Monday, challenging the move that the Latino groups claimed diluted their voting rights.

Bloom Energy Touts Breakthrough In Affordable Energy Technology

Colin Powell Dies at 84; Top U.S. General and Diplomat in Iraq Suffers COVID-19 Complications

Oct 18, 2021 22:32 PM EDT

A top United States general and diplomat, Colin Powell, died at the age of 84 after suffering COVID-19 complications.

LeBron James, Russell Westbrook Accept On-Court Director Duties for LA Lakers' Showtime

Oct 18, 2021 05:01 AM EDT

The Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel revealed that superstars LeBron James and Russell Westbrook are willing to be partners in directing the classic "Showtime" of the purple and gold squad.

Mexico NFL International Combine: League Visits Mexico to See International Athletes Perform Tests, Drills in Front of Scouts, Media, and Personalities

Oct 18, 2021 04:09 AM EDT

After the event in London, the NFL announced that the league would be conducting a second NFL International Combine in Mexico on October 23 in Monterrey, Mexico.

Pablo Escobar's ‘Cocaine Hippos’ 'Sterilized' After Bringing Threat to Humans; Colombian Government Makes Cocaine Hippos Infertile Due to Alarming Population

Oct 18, 2021 02:26 AM EDT

The "Cocaine Hippos" by drug lord Pablo Escobar are now being sterilized by Colombia's wildlife services after the 80-strong herd presented a potential danger not only to the country's environment but also to its people

California Kids in Fresno County Care Found Sleeping on Floors and Tables, Urinating Into Water Bottles

Oct 17, 2021 23:45 PM EDT

A news report revealed that vulnerable California kids, removed from their families, lived in deplorable conditions inside a county care office building.

Jimmy Hayes' Toxicology Report Shows Fentanyl, Cocaine Present in His System Contributed in His Death; Former NHL Player's Wife Shocked

Oct 17, 2021 23:30 PM EDT

The toxicology report of former college hockey star and NHL player Jimmy Hayes revealed that fentanyl and cocaine were in his system at the time of his death on August 23 at the age of 31, two of his relatives said.

LeBron James Claims No. 1 Spot on Forbes' 2021-22 List of Highest-Paid NBA Players

Oct 15, 2021 23:09 PM EDT

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was declared by Forbes as the highest-paid NBA player in 2021-22.

Leader of California's Largest Union Alma Hernandez Arrested on Charges of Tax Fraud, Embezzlement Charges

Oct 15, 2021 21:05 PM EDT

The leader of the largest union in the state of California was arrested on Friday, a day after authorities filed charges of tax fraud and embezzlement against the prominent activist.

LeBron James’ SpringHill Company Scores $725 Million Deal With Nike, RedBird Capital, Fenway Sports, Epic Games

Oct 15, 2021 06:15 AM EDT

LeBron James may have been chasing for another NBA championship, but he has already landed a bigger win after his firm SpringHill sold a significant minority stake.

Ex-Child Actor Matthew Mindler Buys Sodium Nitrate on Amazon to Kill Himself

Oct 15, 2021 05:32 AM EDT

Former child actor Matthew Mindler has committed suicide by ingesting sodium nitrate, which he purchased on Amazon.

Mourners Attend Funeral Of Rep. Elijah Cummings In Baltimore

Texas Man Indicted for Allegedly Threatening Doctor Who Advocated COVID-19 Vaccine; Faces up to 5 Years in Prison After Sending 'Violent and Explicit' Threats to Vaccination Advocate

Oct 14, 2021 23:00 PM EDT

A Texas man faces up to five years in prison after being indicted on federal charges accusing him of threatening the former Baltimore health commissioner and prominent Maryland doctor, an outspoken COVID-19 vaccine advocate.