Man wins record $75 million sports bet payout after Astros World Series win
Jim McIngvale, also known as "Mattress Mack," earned a $75 million payday after the Houston Astros won the World Series.
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Astros win second World Series in 6 years
The title puts a bow on what has been a dominant season which saw the team win an American League-best 106 games.
Astros nip Phillies 3-2 to move one game from winning World Series
Houston moved to the brink of its second championship - the other was a scandal-tainted crown in 2017.
Astros throw combined no-hitter to defeat Phillies in Game 4 of World Series
The only previous no-hitter in the World Series was a perfect game by Don Larsen of the New York Yankees against the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1956.
Phillies rally past Astros to open World Series: "They just never quit"
Down 5-0 early against Astros ace Justin Verlander, the Phillies became the first team in 20 years to overcome a five-run deficit to win a World Series game.
Musk said to have taken control of Twitter
Sources tell The Associated Press and other outlets that Elon Musk has officially taken over twitter – and ousted some top executives. Wth the midterm elections less than two weeks away, more than 15 million people have already voted early, according to a University of Florida analysis., showing over 10 million mail-in ballots have been cast so far--and over 5 million in person. And the World Series is set to begin, with the Houston Astros hosting the Philadelphia Phillies.
Astros sweep Yankees to advance to World Series
The Astros won their second consecutive pennant and fourth in six years.
Bryce Harper home run powers Phillies into World Series
Rhys Hoskins also hit a two-run homer in Game 5 of the NLCS to spark Philadelphia's improbable run to the pennant and a shot at its first title since 2008.
Cobb County Police Department Prepares For World Series
Cobb county police department prepares for World Series.
Fans Give Atlanta Braves A Big Send-Off To The World Series
Fans crowded The Battery outside Truist Park on October 25, 2021, to send the Atlanta Braves off to the World Series. They cheered the team on as the players loaded the buses for Houston.
Baseball Report: Astros Lead Nationals In World Series Going Into Game 6
The World Series moves to Game 6 in Houston, where the Astros, coming off of three strong wins, look to clinch over the Nationals.
Baseball Report: Strong Pitching To Dominate Astros, Nationals World Series
The 2019 World Series features the AL champion Houston Astros and the NL champion Washington Nationals in a historic pitching matchup.
World Series Ratings Lowest Since 2015
The league's TV ratings were on a downward trend heading into the World Series and a L.A.-Boston matchup did little to help reverse that.
Citak: Facing A 2-0 Hole, A Dodgers World Series Win Seems Unlikely
After a pair of games in Boston, the Red Sox hold a 2-0 World Series lead over the Dodgers and look every bit the best team in baseball.
Dodgers-Red Sox World Series Odds
The Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers face off in the 2018 World Series. Who's favored and what are the odds?
Astros Beat Dodgers in Game 7 for Franchise's First World Series Title
The Astros brought home the prize that had eluded them since they started out in 1962 as the Colt .45s.
Dodgers beat Astros 3-1, force World Series to Game 7
Two nights after a 13-12, 10-inning slugfest under the roof at Minute Maid Park, pitching dominated.
Astros take wild Game 5, take 3-2 lead to LA
Alex Bregman hit a game-ending single off Kenley Jansen with two outs in the 10th inning Monday morning, and the Houston Astros outslugged the Los Angeles Dodgers 13-12 to take a 3-2 World Series lead.
Five Things You Missed: Kershaw Dominates, Many World Series Records Smashed
The Dodgers ace gave a historical pitching performance in Game 1, while Game 2 set some offensive records.
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Springer's HR in 11th Gives Astros 7-6 Win, Ties Series 1-1
The Houston Astros won a World Series game for the first time in their 56 seasons.
Keidel: Cubs Suffer Through World Series Hangover
The Chicago Cubs won their first World Series in 108 years, and entered this season as favorites. But nearing the break, the team is a mess.
Budweiser's Cubs Video Is A Must See
Some of the most beloved videos ever seen have been advertising. And it's been going on since television was invented. The Clydesdales? Some of the best Christmas commercials ever recorded have been about those horses. Not to mention their famous Super Bowl commercials. That Mean Joe Green commercial from the 70's? Sure it was a...
Rick and Johns World Series of 5 at 10
Rick and Johns Slice of Life: Best. Championship. Ever.
Rick and John raise the trophy and celebrate their favorite teams title. John remembers when teams had to play the games out before knowing who won...
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Dichen Lachman stops by!
"I know I'm gonna get roasted:" Julia Fox shows off her tiny NYC apartment in TikTok tour
"I never thought in a million years I'd do this, but I do believe in maximum transparency," Fox said in the video that had picked up more than 8 million views as of Friday afternoon.
Trump kicking off 2024 run with stops in early-voting states
Former President Donald Trump is set to kick off his 2024 White House bid on Saturday with visits to a pair of early-voting states.
Election-denying lawmakers hold key election oversight roles
Many mainstream Republicans are trying to move past the lies told by former President Donald Trump and his allies about his loss to President Joe Biden.
At least seven dead in Jerusalem synagogue attack, Israeli police say
Israeli police say at least seven people were killed and three were injured in a shooting near a synagogue in Jerusalem on Friday.
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World's Funniest Animals - 'Episode 312'
Dichen Lachman stops by!
"I know I'm gonna get roasted:" Julia Fox shows off her tiny NYC apartment in TikTok tour
"I never thought in a million years I'd do this, but I do believe in maximum transparency," Fox said in the video that had picked up more than 8 million views as of Friday afternoon.
Trump kicking off 2024 run with stops in early-voting states
Former President Donald Trump is set to kick off his 2024 White House bid on Saturday with visits to a pair of early-voting states.
Election-denying lawmakers hold key election oversight roles
Many mainstream Republicans are trying to move past the lies told by former President Donald Trump and his allies about his loss to President Joe Biden.
At least seven dead in Jerusalem synagogue attack, Israeli police say
Israeli police say at least seven people were killed and three were injured in a shooting near a synagogue in Jerusalem on Friday.
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Life insurance mistakes to avoid
As you embark on the life insurance process, steer clear of these mistakes.
Bed Bath & Beyond says it can no longer pay its debts
The end could be near for struggling retailer Bed Bath & Beyond, as it warned in a regulatory filing Thursday that it received a notice of default from its lender, JPMorgan Chase.
McDonald's is testing a new strawless lid
The plastic lids have a pullback tab to prevent the drink from splashing out. It's similar to the "sippy cup" lid at Starbucks that has been in use for the past three years.
There's actually a presale for Oreo's newest flavor
The cookie brand's latest limited-edition cookie is an Oreo stuffed with Oreos.
Spotify to cut 6% of its workforce
Spotify said Monday that it will cut 6% of its workforce to reduce costs, joining tech companies including Amazon and Microsoft in slashing headcount.
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Court releases video of attack on Paul Pelosi
Pelosi was violently attacked with a hammer at the couple's home by a male assailant who was searching for the then-House speaker, according to court documents.
Suspect in Half Moon Bay farm killings faces 7 murder counts
A farmworker accused of killing seven people at two Northern California mushroom farms was charged Wednesday with seven counts of murder and one of attempted murder.
After shooting death of teen, Atlanta residents demand curfew changes, other solutions
Outraged Atlanta residents addressed the city council's Public Safety Committee, demanding curfew changes and solutions to gun violence against children.
Atlanta officer wants 2019 murder case moved to federal court
A now-retired Atlanta police officer who was indicted last month in the 2019 fatal shooting of a man hiding in a closet after running from authorities wants the case moved to federal court.
Police took 5 hours to warn the public that dance hall shooter was on the run
Lost in the aftermath of the Monterey Park shooting that left 11 people dead is an alarming fact: It took five hours for authorities to alert the public that the gunman was on the loose.
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What scientists say about the real-life zombie fungi that inspired HBO's "The Last of Us"
The zombies are identifiable by the fungi bursting from their bodies: a thicket of spiky tendrils, a miniature garden of mushroom-like fruiting bodies.
Georgia prosecutor won't charge deputy in 2022 shooting
A middle Georgia prosecutor says he won't pursue criminal charges against a sheriff's deputy who in February 2022 shot and killed a man who had been reported as suicidal.
Damar Hamlin discharged after spending more than a week hospitalized due to a cardiac arrest
Damar Hamlin has been released after being hospitalized for more than a week due to a cardiac arrest he suffered during "Monday Night Football" more than a week ago.
Bills safety Damar Hamlin tweets his thanks after he moves from Cincinnati to Buffalo hospital
Damar Hamlin was released from the hospital on Monday, a week after the Buffalo Bills safety's heart stopped and he had to be resuscitated on the field.
NFL balances emotions, tight schedule after Hamlin shock
The league informed the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals that their game, suspended Monday night, would not be resumed this week.
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College basketball broadcaster Billy Packer dies at 82
Billy Packer, an Emmy award-winning college basketball broadcaster who covered 34 Final Fours for NBC and CBS, died Thursday. He was 82.
Chris Stapleton, Babyface to sing at Super Bowl LVII pregame
Country music star Chris Stapleton will hit next month's Super Bowl stage to sing the national anthem, while R&B legend Babyface will perform "America the Beautiful."
Damar Hamlin attending his 1st Bills game since cardiac arrest
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin made his first public appearance since going into cardiac arrest after making a tackle against the Cincinnati Bengals three weeks ago, waving to fans from a stadium suite on Sunday.
The CW Network and LIV Golf enter multi-year agreement
The CW Network and LIV Golf announced on Thursday they have entered into a multi-year broadcast and streaming agreement for the young golf promotion beginning with the 2023 season.
Tickets to go on sale for possible AFC championship game in Atlanta
The NFL has directed the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills to begin selling tickets for a possible AFC championship game in Atlanta on Jan. 29.
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Trump kicking off 2024 run with stops in early-voting states
Former President Donald Trump is set to kick off his 2024 White House bid on Saturday with visits to a pair of early-voting states.
Election-denying lawmakers hold key election oversight roles
Many mainstream Republicans are trying to move past the lies told by former President Donald Trump and his allies about his loss to President Joe Biden.
RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel elected to fourth consecutive term
Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel was elected to a fourth consecutive term Friday.
House Republicans seeks new restrictions on use of US oil stockpile
For the second time this month, House Republicans are seeking to restrict presidential use of the nation's emergency oil stockpile.
Kemp highlights "unprecedented year of economic success" in 2023 State of the State Address
Gov. Brian Kemp delivered his State of the State address on Wednesday, calling 2022 an "unprecedented year of economic success" in Georgia.
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"I know I'm gonna get roasted:" Julia Fox shows off her tiny NYC apartment in TikTok tour
"I never thought in a million years I'd do this, but I do believe in maximum transparency," Fox said in the video that had picked up more than 8 million views as of Friday afternoon.
Receive A Free Screening Pass To "Somebody I Used to Know"
Alison Brie rediscovers who she is in this unconventional love story.
Pamela Anderson defends Tim Allen after flashing allegation
"Tim is a comedian, it's his job to cross the line. I'm sure he had no bad intentions."
Jay Leno suffers broken bones in motorcycle accident
"But I'm OK!" Leno said. "I'm OK, I'm working. I'm working this weekend."
"Shrinking" premieres Friday on Apple TV+
Harrison Ford is therapist to Jason Segel's therapist in the new Apple TV+ comedy-drama series "Shrinking."
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This is AP NewsMinute. Video shows the husband of former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi fighting for control of a hammer with his assailant during an attack in the couple's San Francisco home last year. (AP)
Israeli police on deadly Jerusalem shooting
The spokesperson for the Israeli Police on the deadly shooting near a synagogue in Jerusalem. (CNN)
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KS: Semi-truck drags Kia nearly 8 miles after crash
A new image and video clips showing a semi-truck dragging a Kia Forte down a Kansas highway. (Leawood Police Department / CNN)
CA: Paul Pelosi attack: Video of home break-in (Security Cam)
Court releases police body cam video that shows hammer attack on Paul Pelosi. (CNN)