Senate approves legislation to expand veteran health care benefits due to burn pit exposure
On Tuesday night, the Senate overwhelmingly approved the PACT Act with an 86-to-11 vote. The PACT Act is a bill to expand health care benefits for veterans who developed illnesses due to their exposure to burn pits
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi lands in Taiwan despite threat of Chinese retaliation
On Tuesday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi landed in Taipei, showing support for Taiwan despite China’s threats of retaliation over the visit. Pelosi’s visit marks the first time that a House Speaker has visited Taiwan in 25 years.
Philadelphia Phillies acquire pitcher Noah Syndergaard and outfielder Brandon Marsh from the Los Angeles Angels, closer David Robertson from Chicago Cubs
The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired right-handed starter Noah Syndergaard and outfielder Brandon Marsh from the Los Angeles Angels, and closer David Robertson from the Chicago Cubs. The Phillies announced that reliever Jeurys Familia and outfielder Odubel Herrera
Washington Nationals trade Juan Soto and Josh Bell to the San Diego Padres
The San Diego Padres acquired star right fielder Juan Soto and first baseman Josh Bell from the Washington Nationals ahead of MLB’s trade deadline Tuesday. In exchange, the Padres agreed to send Luke Voit, MacKenzie Gore, C.J.
Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson to serve 6-game suspension for violating NFL’s personal conduct policy
Sue L. Robinson, the disciplinary officer appointed by the NFL and players association, ruled that Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson will be suspended for six games in 2022. The suspension comes after the NFL’s investigation into sexual
NY Yankees acquire Frankie Montas and Lou Trivino from the Oakland A’s
The NY Yankees have acquired starting pitcher Frankie Montas and reliever Lou Trivino from the Oakland A’s. In exchange, Oakland will receive four prospects: Ken Waldichuk, Luis Medina, JP Sears and Cooper Bowman. The 29-year-old Montas, 29
McKinney Fire continues to spread through Northern California affecting over 51,000 acres
According to Cal Fire, the McKinney Fire in the Klamath National Forest in Siskiyou County had burned through 51,468 acres as of Sunday morning, and remained 0% contained. The largest wildfire in California so far this year
Kentucky flooding death toll climbs to 28 as more heavy rain in predicted in the area
At least 28 people have died following severe flooding in Kentucky. In a series of tweets, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced the new death toll, and said the state had received trailers to provide shelter to those
Tyler Reddick wins Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Tyler Reddick earned a victory in Sunday’s Verizon 200 at the Brickyard at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Reddick won in overtime on the road course at Indy to give him two victories in the last five Cup races.
Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell dies at age 88
NBA Hall of Famer Bill Russell died on Sunday, his family announced in a statement. He was 88 years old. Russell, and 11-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics, died “peacefully” with his wife Jeannine at his