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Exciting news for Houston Astros fans! The team's starting rotation is about to get a major boost with ace Justin Verlander gearing up for a rehab start with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, the Astros' Triple-A affiliate. Astros manager Joe Espada shared this update with the media ahead of Wednesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Get ready for an exciting matchup as the Phoenix Suns (44-31) get set to host the Cleveland Cavaliers (46-30) this Wednesday at 7 p.m.! The game will be broadcasted live on Arizona's Family (Ch. 3) and ESPN.

The Orioles showed some real grit last night, turning the game around with a thrilling comeback against the Kansas City Royals. Despite a slow start, with just one hit in the first seven innings, they rallied from a three-run deficit to snatch a 4-3 victory, capped off by a clutch two-run, walk-off single by catcher James McCann.

In a repeat occurrence within just five months, the FBI and other law enforcement groups were back at it, combing through farms in New York, scouring the grounds for any signs of buried bodies. This mission is part of an ongoing probe into the activities of the notorious Gambino crime family. The searches, suspected to be hunting grounds for a "Gambino graveyard," revisited the same two Orange County locations targeted in November 2023: one on Hampton Road in Goshen and another nearby at Campbell Hall Farm on Hamptonburgh Road.

A major earthquake, registering at a powerful 7.4 magnitude, rattled Taiwan on Wednesday, causing widespread destruction in the southern city of Hualien and triggering tsunami warnings across the region, including Taiwan, southern Japan, and the Philippines.

Sean "Diddy" Combs' lavish mansions recently made headlines following a Homeland Security raid. The investigation, related to human trafficking, has left many wondering about the fate of his impressive real estate portfolio. Legal experts suggest that for any action to be taken against his properties, Combs would first need to be formally charged with a crime.

The Golden State Warriors are on fire, blazing through four straight wins on the road. But surprisingly, they hit a rough patch when they played at home at San Francisco's Chase Center.

Michigan football's starting left tackle next season is likely to be Myles Hinton if everything pans out as expected. The 6-foot-6 lineman has been working hard to trim down, estimating himself to be in the "high 320s, low 330s," a significant drop from the 340 pounds he played at last year. He aims to maintain this weight when the season kicks off in late August. His physique aligns perfectly with the expectations of his new position coach, Grant Newsome, who couldn't contain his excitement the day before.

The Dallas Cowboys and quarterback Dak Prescott might be heading for a split. Despite their public support for Prescott, the Cowboys haven't extended his contract, hinting at a potential departure. If they let him go, the 30-year-old could hit unrestricted free agency next March. ESPN's Adam Schefter thinks this could lead to a bidding war, with quarterback-needy teams like the New York Giants swooping in to snag Prescott.

Two weeks before the chaos unfolded in the Moscow suburbs, U.S. officials had tipped off their Russian counterparts about potential trouble brewing at Crocus City Hall, a hotspot for concerts. This revelation sheds light on Washington’s confidence in intelligence pointing to an impending attack, directly contradicting Moscow's claims of vague warnings. The fact that the hall was identified as a potential target unveils a new layer of questions regarding the Russian authorities' failure to bolster security, especially considering the tragic outcome with over 140 lives lost and the venue set ablaze.

Comedian Joe Flaherty, a founding member of the beloved Canadian sketch series "SCTV," passed away at the age of 82. His daughter Gudrun shared on Tuesday that Flaherty died following a brief illness.

Taylor Swift has officially entered the exclusive club of billionaires, according to Forbes' latest rankings. Her personal fortune is estimated at a whopping $1.1 billion, placing her at No. 2,545 on the list of the world's wealthiest individuals.

Shannen Doherty is going through a tough and emotional time, as she revealed on her "Let’s Be Clear" podcast. The "Beverly Hills: 90210" star, who is battling stage 4 cancer, recently opened up about why she's letting go of many of her possessions.

Signing Calvin Ridley was a whirlwind for the Tennessee Titans, happening so fast that owner Amy Adams Strunk learned about it from the media before general manager Ran Carthon could break the news to her. Carthon had been keeping Adams Strunk updated on the team's pursuit of Ridley, but the signing leaked before he could make it official.

The Minnesota Twins found themselves in a chilly spot under the roof at American Family Field, with their offense lacking the spark it needed. Ever since Royce Lewis sent a pitch over the wall in the first inning of the season, the team hasn't been able to muster a single homer.

The Philadelphia 76ers are gearing up for an exciting matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night. A highlight of the game will be the return of their superstar big man, Joel Embiid, to the lineup after a lengthy absence due to a meniscus procedure on his left knee.

The Oakland A's are facing a tough start to their season, with four losses in their first five games. Despite this, one player, 25-year-old outfielder Esteury Ruiz, has shown promise with a double, a triple, and a stolen base in just seven at-bats. Fans are hopeful, especially after Ruiz stole an impressive 67 bases as a rookie in 2023, providing a thrilling highlight for a team that struggled with 112 losses.

Man, did you hear about that crazy situation in Gaza? So, there's this charity, World Central Kitchen, right? They've been busting their tails trying to get food to people in Gaza 'cause it's been rough there lately. But then, outta nowhere, an airstrike hits, and bam! Seven of the WCK crew are gone. It's messed up, man. They were just trying to help out.

A tragic incident unfolded at a school near Helsinki, Finland, where one child lost their life, and two others were seriously injured in a shooting. The suspected attacker, a 12-year-old student, has been apprehended by the police.

Wisconsin's journey to the WNIT semifinals hit a roadblock on Monday night as they ran out of steam.