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Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan’s spin bowlers could create some Cricket World Cup upsets

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

They might not be Cricket World Cup contenders or even make the semifinals, but Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Bangladesh all have the potential to beat many of the top teams because of their skillful spin bowlers.The Asian heavyweights — host India and regional foe Pakistan — are the top two south Asian contenders for the semifinals, mainly because of experienced batters in their side. But both lack depth in their spin departments and could hardly match the spinners of at least Sri Lanka and Afghanistan, with Bangladesh not far behind.AFGHANISTANMercurial leg-spinner Rashid Khan leads Afghanistan’s strong spin trio that also include other impact spinners — Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Mohammad Nabi — while left-arm spinner Noor Ahmad could also prove to be a surprise package.Rashid’s experience of playing Indian Premier League should come in handy for Afghanistan and his wizardry on expected slow surfaces during the World Cup could turn the tables in Afghanistan’s favor.Mujeeb and ...

Guardians give manager Terry Francona perfect send-off in his final home game, 4-3 win over Reds

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

CLEVELAND (AP) — As the Cleveland crowd chanted for him like never before, Terry Francona tipped his cap to salute their 11 years together.This was goodbye. A perfect send-off.Shane Bieber shut down Cincinnati for six innings and the Guardians sent Francona, their beloved manager, off with a victory Wednesday night in his final home game, a 4-3 victory that severely damaged the Reds’ playoff hopes.After the final out, Francona, who is retiring after 23 seasons, two World Series titles and the respect of virtually everyone in the sport, stood in line like he always has to shake hands and high-five his players.He briefly walked down the dugout steps before turning, and with the help of a gentle shove from All-Star third baseman José Ramírez, Francona went back on the field to soak in an ovation to remember.“Ti-to!” Ti-to!” they screamed.“I was really touched,” Francona said. “I guess what I’m just trying to convey is the 11 years here are what is the best part. It’s not li...

The candidates are going after Biden — and Trump — at second GOP debate. Follow live updates

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

Follow along for live updates on the second 2024 Republican presidential debate. The field’s early front-runner, Donald Trump, is skipping the event, just as he did the first. He is 2,000 miles away trying to woo union workers in Michigan amid a labor strike.The candidates on stage are Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former Vice President Mike Pence, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum.What to know— 7 candidates qualified for the second debate. Here’s who missed the cut — Here’s how to watch tonight’s debate — Republicans face growing urgency to stop Trump ahead of debate — Trump is in Michigan to compete with Biden for union votes — Who’s running for president? See a rundown of the 2024 candidatesDebate brings the cringeA question about education took two uncomfortable and unexpected turns at Wednesday night’s president...

Candidates in the second GOP debate attack each other and Trump — even though he’s absent

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

SIMI VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — Donald Trump’s rivals laid into him repeatedly during the second presidential debate on Wednesday, ripping the former president for skipping the event as they sought to dent his commanding early lead in the Republican primary. “He should be on this stage tonight,” said Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is attempting to establish himself as the leading Trump alternative despite recent struggles to break out from the rest of the back. “He owes it to you to defend his record where they added $7.8 trillion to the debt. That set the stage for the inflation we have now.”Seven GOP candidates squared off at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California for an event hosted by Fox Business Network. Trump was in Michigan, delivering a prime-time speech that continued through the start of the debate, attempting to capitalize on the Auto Workers Union strike and trying to appeal to rank-and-file union members in a key state that could help decide the general ...

Rams putting plans together if left tackle Alaric Jackson can’t play at Colts

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Things didn’t go well for the Los Angeles Rams after left tackle Alaric Jackson hurt his hamstring in a loss at the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night.As they prepare to play at Indianapolis on Sunday, the Rams are preparing contingency plans if Jackson cannot play.The Rams (1-2) held a walkthrough Wednesday instead of practicing because of the quick turnaround, but coach Sean McVay estimated that Jackson would not have been able to participate.As far as Jackson’s chances to play this week, McVay would not speculate.“I think we’re going to find that out, so we’re taking that a day at a time,” McVay said. “He’s feeling good and I know that’s what he’s hoping for, and that’s certainly what we’re hoping for too.”Zachary Thomas, a second-year player from San Diego State, replaced Jackson. It was a struggle as the Rams gave up five sacks in the second half, with Thomas apparently at fault on at least two of those plays.“He came in and competed the best that h...

Attorney for Suzanne Morphew's husband releases statement after her remains were found

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Remains found in Saguache County have been positively identified as Suzanne Morphew, according to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.Morphew was reported missing from her home in Chaffee County on May 10, 2020. What has happened since Suzanne Morphew disappeared in 2020? The remains were located during an unrelated search of the area. However, specific information, such as where the remains were found, was being withheld, according to CBI.A map showing where the remains of Suzanne Morphew were found in Colorado.A map showing where the remains of Suzanne Morphew were found in Colorado.On May 5, 2021, her husband, Barry Morphew, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder. However, those charges were dropped without prejudice by the district attorney in 2022 right before the case went to trial. That means prosecutors could bring charges again in the future.An attorney for Barry Morphew released a statement on Wednesday night.Barry is with his daughters ...

Salida community overcome with emotion after Suzanne Morphew found

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

SALIDA, Colo. (KDVR) — The Salida community is reacting after learning the remains of Suzanne Morphew were found more than three years after her disappearance.At Wild Horses Salon, Tisha Leewaye started her morning Wednesday business as usual.“I was in the middle of a pedicure,” Leewaye said, adding: “My client's new to the area, so I happened to be talking to her about Suzanne and her story.“ FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox While sharing Morphew’s story with her client, Leewaye's phone started pinging and pinging.“That's when I had seen several messages that said they had found Suzanne's body,” Leewaye said. ”I was in shock along with the whole salon, because obviously we're a small town and everybody follows this case and has followed this case since day one. ... It was just a shocking feeling. It was overwhelming."Suzanne Morphew (KDVR)Poncha market owner Shannon Hall expressed a similar feeling.“Just like, wow. Like, thank God, but just wow,”...

BSO donates nearly $900K to 88 nonprofits

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

The Broward Sheriff’s Office is giving back to the community it serves by donating almost $900,000 to 88 different nonprofit organizations through its Law Enforcement Trust Fund.The funds, totaling nearly $900,000, were confiscated during various felony investigations.State law allows law enforcement agencies to reinvest these funds into the community, and BSO has taken this opportunity to support various initiatives that enhance the quality of life for residents.“As a public safety organization, we’re responsible for also injecting into the quality of life for the individuals. It’s not just chasing down and arresting individuals, but looking at the societal problems, the social issues, and then understanding that we’re not the only ones that are trying to fight for this community,” said BSO Sheriff Gregory Tony. Each of the 88 nonprofits received $10,000 in grant funding, empowering them to continue their vital work and address important social i...

Without Lionel Messi, Inter Miami loses 2-1 to Houston in US Open Cup final

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Lionel Messi couldn’t play, and the Houston Dynamo took full advantage to win a trophy on his home field.Griffin Dorsey and Amine Bassi scored first-half goals and Houston — with NBA star James Harden, part of the team’s ownership group, looking on from the stands — topped Messi-less Inter Miami 2-1 on Wednesday night to win the U.S. Open Cup.Josef Martinez scored in second-half stoppage time for Inter Miami, but it wasn’t enough as Messi could only look on from the team bench area.Messi was not on Inter Miami’s active roster for the match because of a leg issue, marking his fourth absence in a span of his last five games combined for club and country. And it’s unclear if Messi will continue to be sidelined when Inter Miami resumes its push to make Major League Soccer’s playoffs this weekend.Inter Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said Wednesday night that “it wasn’t prudent” to consider playing Messi against Ho...

Marlins pull even with Cubs for final NL wild card by beating Mets 4-2 for doubleheader split

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:29 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Jon Berti hit a leadoff homer to complete his cycle for the day and the Miami Marlins pulled even in the race for the final National League playoff spot, beating the New York Mets 4-2 on Wednesday night for a doubleheader split.Jesús Sánchez also went deep and the Marlins took advantage of an error by rookie third baseman Brett Baty to score twice in the ninth inning. Miami is tied for the third NL wild card with the Chicago Cubs, who lost 6-5 in 10 innings at NL East champion Atlanta. Both teams are 82-76 with four games left.Francisco Lindor had three homers and six RBIs in the doubleheader, becoming the fourth Mets player with 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases in a season.In the opener, Pete Alonso was 4 for 4 with a homer, Lindor drove in four runs and the Mets tagged Braxton Garrett early in rolling to an 11-2 rout.Alonso barely missed a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning of the nightcap when his two-out double caromed off the top of the left-field wall. Afte...