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Mets hit early and often in third win in a row

Mets hit early and often in third win in a row

Marcus Semien had a four-hit night and Juan Soto hit his first career leadoff home run

Tensions over pro-Israel lobbying group highlight rifts in Democratic primaries

Tensions over pro-Israel lobbying group highlight rifts in Democratic primaries

By Tim Reid WASHINGTON, May 7 (Reuters) - A growing number of Democratic primary challengers are making opposition to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee a campaign issue as they seek to unseat party incumbents backed by the influential pro-Israel advocacy group.

Exclusive-How Trump's Minneapolis immigration blitz hobbled federal crime fighting

Exclusive-How Trump's Minneapolis immigration blitz hobbled federal crime fighting

By Brad Heath, Andrew Goudsward and Kristina Cooke MINNEAPOLIS, May 7 (Reuters) - The Trump administration blitz that flooded Minnesota with immigration agents also dramatically slowed other federal investigations and prosecutions into an array of serious crimes, a Reuters review of federal court

Wall Street bonuses seen flat to slightly positive in 2026 as Iran war and private credit turmoil hurt

Wall Street bonuses seen flat to slightly positive in 2026 as Iran war and private credit turmoil hurt

By Saeed Azhar NEW YORK, May 7 (Reuters) - Wall Street bonuses are likely to be flat to slightly positive in 2026, as geopolitical tensions due to the Iran war and the private credit turmoil could slow the economy and incentives, compensation consultancy Johnson Associates said.

Moody's sees South Africa debt stabilizing as reforms boost outlook

Moody's sees South Africa debt stabilizing as reforms boost outlook

By Colleen Goko JOHANNESBURG, May 7 - South Africa's improving fiscal performance and reform momentum should help government debt stabilise this year before gradually declining, Moody's Ratings said in a report dated Wednesday.

Study shows how a potato-based diet changed the genetics of Andean people

Study shows how a potato-based diet changed the genetics of Andean people

By Will Dunham May 7 (Reuters) - Indigenous people in the Andes domesticated the potato - a great source of starch, vitamins, minerals and fiber - 6,000 to 10,000 years ago, making this tuber a central part of their diet.

A small town in Germany braces for end to decades of life with US troops

A small town in Germany braces for end to decades of life with US troops

By Lisi Niesner VILSECK, Germany, May 6 (Reuters) - The picturesque Bavarian town of Vilseck has hosted U.S. forces since the end of World War Two and could bear the brunt of President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw at least 5,000 troops from Germany.

Emirates' cash reserves, fuel hedging help airline ride out Iran war turmoil

Emirates' cash reserves, fuel hedging help airline ride out Iran war turmoil

By Federico Maccioni and Ahmed Elimam DUBAI, May 7 (Reuters) - Emirates airline has the financial muscle to withstand higher jet fuel prices and disruption from the Iran war, the Gulf carrier said on Thursday, citing strong cash reserves as it posted a record full-year net profit.

A ride on the Celtics-76ers rollercoaster

A ride on the Celtics-76ers rollercoaster

I battled through the many highs and lows of a sports fan through Boston’s bout with Philly. Here’s what I took away.

Cruise operator says 29 passengers left hantavirus outbreak ship on April 24, after 1st fatality

Cruise operator says 29 passengers left hantavirus outbreak ship on April 24, after 1st fatality

Oceanwide Expeditions reveals that 29 passengers disembarked from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak on April 24

The Oakland high school that produced Frank Robinson and others fights to keep baseball alive

The Oakland high school that produced Frank Robinson and others fights to keep baseball alive

The once-storied McClymonds High School baseball program where Hall of Famers Frank Robinson and Ernie Lombardi flourished is starting again from square one after a two-year absence

Trump wants to paint the Eisenhower office building white. Now a key federal agency considers it

Trump wants to paint the Eisenhower office building white. Now a key federal agency considers it

President Donald Trump's plan to put a coat of white paint on the granite exterior of a historic building that's part of the White House complex is getting a hearing by a key federal agency

On This Day: Kraft Television Theatre Changed Live TV Drama

On This Day: Kraft Television Theatre Changed Live TV Drama

Kraft Television Theatre was a groundbreaking anthology drama series that aired from 1947 to 1958. Over its 11-year run, the series underwent sever...

Kentucky’s Zoom Diallo holds head-to-head edge over Louisville’s Jackson Shelstad

Kentucky’s Zoom Diallo holds head-to-head edge over Louisville’s Jackson Shelstad

Louisville's portal class gets the hype, but head-to-head stats prove Zoom Diallo is ready to outplay Jackson Shelstad.

Final Patriots draft pick willing to go the extra mile to ‘put two feet in the door’

Final Patriots draft pick willing to go the extra mile to ‘put two feet in the door’

Hutchins was selected in the seventh round of this year’s NFL Draft.

The Bear’s Den, May 7, 2026

The Bear’s Den, May 7, 2026

The Chicago Bears have expectations this season. So, apparently, does everybody else. Who knew?

Broncos are bringing in two quarterbacks to compete at rookie minicamp

Broncos are bringing in two quarterbacks to compete at rookie minicamp

Veteran quarterback Nathan Peterman and undrafted rookie E.J. Warner will lead the way at quarterback at rookie minicamp for the Denver Broncos.

What does Bayern Munich need to improve most to win the Champions League next season?

What does Bayern Munich need to improve most to win the Champions League next season?

FC Bayern has to make some changes, but what is most important?

Report: Matt Campbell initially agreed to be Detroit Lions coach

Report: Matt Campbell initially agreed to be Detroit Lions coach

ESPN is reporting back in 2021 Matt Campbell initially agreed to be the Detroit Lions’ next coach before opting out.