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WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans will return to Washington on Monday with an uncertain agenda after the sudden death of prominent Republican Lindsey Graham, a committee chairman and key player who served as a crucial ally with President Donald Trump. Graham, 71, died Saturday evening after a tear in his aorta, according to a statement from his office on Sunday. The shocking news came after another prominent Republican senator, former Republican leader Mitch McConnell, has been hospitalized for almost a month. McConnell broke a weekslong silence about his health Sunday evening, saying that he was still recovering after suffering from…

The season 8 finale of Love Island USA featured a major change when it came to the prize money. Love Island USA viewers know that usually America votes for the final four couples, who then make it to the finale that took place on Sunday, July 12. Similar to past seasons, each pair got the chance to go on their own date. They then decided if they wanted to remain together but this time around they didn’t write the standard “vows” for each other before finding out who gets crowned the winning couple. Another major shakeup was the envelope ceremony,…

Jul 12, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Blaze Alexander (23) reacts to getting hit by a pitch in front of Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz during the seventh inning against the Kansas City Royals at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images Baltimore utility player Blaze Alexander sustained a non-displaced fracture in his left hand when he was hit by a pitch against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday, Orioles manager Craig Albernaz said. Both benches cleared in the seventh inning after Alexander was hit by a 95-mph fastball from Royals right-hander Lucas…

Jul 12, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) reacts after scoring against Las Vegas Aces forward-center Brianna Turner (21) during the first quarter of a WNBA basketball game at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images Kelsey Mitchell continued her scoring spree with 27 points and reserve Sophie Cunningham matched her career high of six 3-pointers while scoring 20 points to help the Indiana Fever post a resounding 109-75 victory over the host Las Vegas Aces on Sunday night. Aliyah Boston added 19 points and 11 rebounds for the Fever (14-9). Caitlin Clark had…

The Cardinals released Bligh Madris, according to the first baseman/outfielder’s MLB.com profile page.  The Cardinal National’s Brian Walton reports that Madris is headed to South Korea to play for a KBO League team. The 30-year-old Madris signed a minor league contract with St. Louis last winter, and he has hit .277/.389/.519 with 14 home runs over 284 plate appearances with Triple-A Memphis.  These big numbers didn’t result in a call-up to the majors, however, as Madris’ primary position of first base is naturally already covered by a prominent left-handed bat in Alec Burleson.  Most of the Cardinals’ outfielders are also…

The dramatic conclusion of the ENG vs IND T20I series at Southampton showcased a masterclass in modern power-hitting, leaving the visitors with structural questions to answer. Facing off in the 5th T20I at Southampton on Jul 11, 2026, England put on a clinical display to secure an emphatic 56-run victory over India. The win not only sealed a dominant 4-0 series sweep for the hosts—following a rainy abandonment in Durham, but also officially propelled England to the summit of the ICC T20I team rankings.Shreyas Iyer singles out batters after England hand India a 4-0 T20I series whitewashIn the aftermath of…

Comedian Margaret Cho addressed the death of Senator Lindsey Graham via a critical social media post. “Bye Lindsey, bye Lindsey Graham. From the closet to the coffin, real seamless. Real seamless,” the lifelong democrat, 57, said in a TikTok shared on Sunday, July 12, after news of the South Carolina senator’s death broke earlier that day. (The sexuality of the former politician was the subject of widespread speculation over the years.) Cho’s post, which was captioned, “Bye gurl,” also directed commentary towards the health of fellow Senator Mitch McConnell, who has been hospitalized since June 14 after he was found…

The Curator independently decides what topics and products we feature. When you purchase an item through our links, we may earn a commission. Promotions and products are subject to availability and retailer terms. We treat summer like a break, but the moment school lets out, two things happen at once: routines fall apart, and an entire year’s worth of art and paper comes home to roost. Meanwhile, you’re out the door every single day for the pool, camp, the park, or the ballfield. I love a good reset, but I’m just not interested in spending July buried in dried-out markers and…

Connelly Early has been on Boston’s 15-day injured list since July 1 due to inflammation in his throwing elbow, and Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy told reporters (including MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo) on Friday that a follow-up appointment with Dr. Keith Meister revealed no structural elbow damage.  In another update yesterday, Cotillo wrote that there isn’t yet a timetable for Early to resume throwing, as he is still waiting for the discomfort to subside. While Early went on the IL before Boston’s ongoing nine-game winning streak, the rookie left-hander’s solid work has been a big reason why the bottom didn’t…

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel walks on the court after 96-66 win over USC at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026. Warde Manuel’s 10-year tenure as Michigan athletic director is in doubt, with multiple reports Sunday that the university’s board of regents will meet to discuss an investigation into the culture of the athletic department. The board will meet Thursday in Traverse City, Mich., to review the findings of a $12 million probe into Wolverines athletics following former head football coach Sherrone Moore’s scandal, per the reports. A university spokesman told multiple media outlets on Sunday…