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    Justin Verlander's final start in a Detroit Tigers uniform ended with an emotional send-off: the veteran pitcher walked off the mound hand-in-hand with his young daughter. The moment has drawn widespread attention, with fans reflecting on Verlander's legacy in Detroit, where he spent his first 13 seasons and won a championship before building a Hall of Fame-caliber career elsewhere.

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    MTV VMAs underway as Taylor Swift eyes history●The MTV VMAs are here with Taylor Swift making history and Madonna leading the nods✉newsCultureMusic1 h ago

    The MTV Video Music Awards are taking place, with Taylor Swift positioned to make history at the ceremony. Madonna is reported to be leading the nominations, giving the pop veteran a central role in this year's show. Coverage is focused on the potential records Swift could set and how the night unfolds for both stars.

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    Justin Verlander Exits Final Start Hand-in-Hand with Daughter●Verlander Walks Off Mound Hand-in-Hand with Daughter in Final Start𝕏xSESportBaseball152K23 h ago

    Justin Verlander walked off the mound holding his daughter's hand in what was billed as his final start, a moment that quickly spread across social media. Fans and fellow players reacted emotionally, reading the scene as a farewell to a likely Hall of Fame career, with many sharing tributes to the three-time Cy Young winner.

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    Mitch McConnell's medical diagnosis draws widespread attention●Mitch McConnell's medical diagnosis is DEVASTATING▶youtubeHealth938.5K12 min ago

    News of Mitch McConnell's medical diagnosis is drawing heavy public attention, with commentary describing the news as devastating. The longtime Kentucky senator and former Senate Republican leader has faced repeated questions about his health in recent years, and the reported diagnosis is fueling concern and discussion about his condition and political future.

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    Madonna and Taylor Swift win big at MTV VMAs●Watch: Madonna and Taylor Swift win big at the MTV VMAs https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/ckvgy6j4594yo?at_medium=RSS&atMmastodonCultureMusic22 h ago

    Madonna and Taylor Swift were among the winners at the MTV Video Music Awards, in a night that saw two of pop music's biggest names honoured together. Coverage highlights the symbolism of the veteran star and the current chart leader sharing the spotlight at one of the music industry's most-watched award shows.

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    Mancini dismisses reports over Manchester City charges▼'Not my concern': Ex-Man City boss Mancini brushes off guilty reports✉newsSportSoccer5 min ago

    Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has brushed off reports relating to the club's alleged financial rule breaches, saying the matter is 'not my concern'. Mancini, who led City between 2009 and 2013, was reacting to coverage of the Premier League's case against his old club. His comments add a veteran voice to an ongoing debate about City's alleged breaches and possible sanctions.

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    Prince Harry marks skydive promise to 102-year-old veteran●Prince Harry completed a skydive in Toronto to honour a promise made to a 102-year-old Second World War veteran. Back on𝕏xGBCultureCelebrity4371 d ago

    Prince Harry completed a skydive in Toronto, fulfilling a promise made to a 102-year-old Second World War veteran. Speaking after landing, the Duke of Sussex said his children Archie and Lilibet are happy, in remarks shortly after his return to the UK following six years living in the United States.

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    England's run chase faltered against Sri Lanka, with veteran batter Kusal Mendis producing a standout innings to guide Sri Lanka to victory. Reports described England as hamstrung during the chase, unable to build momentum against Sri Lanka's bowling. The result is drawing attention from cricket fans in the UK, US and India, with many praising Kusal's match-defining performance.

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    Navy veteran warns against Hegseth purging senior military leadership▼Readers speak: U.S. Navy vet says Hegseth should not be allowed to decimate U.S. senior military leadership✉newsWorldDefense9 h ago

    A U.S. Navy veteran, writing in a letter to the Hartford Courant, argues that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth should not be allowed to decimate America's senior military leadership. The letter reflects growing public concern over the administration's removals and restructuring of top Pentagon officials and commanders, with critics warning that wholesale purges of experienced leadership could weaken national security and politicize the armed forces.

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    Warren Buffett Issues Market Warning Investors Should Heed▼Warren Buffett Issued a Market Warning That History Says Investors Should Take Seriously✉newsBusinessMarkets4 h ago

    Warren Buffett has issued a warning about market conditions that commentators argue history suggests investors should take seriously. The caution, highlighted by financial media outlets, has drawn attention as markets trade at elevated valuations and investors weigh whether a pullback could follow. Details of the specific warning remain limited in the coverage.

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    Portugal, Ronaldo, Haaland and Norway's goalkeeper nightmare dissected▼What are Portugal without Ronaldo? Was Haaland at his best? Nyland nightmare to blame for Norway loss?✉newsSportSoccer5 h ago

    Football debates centre on Portugal's reliance on Cristiano Ronaldo, Erling Haaland's form for Norway, and goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland's errors blamed for Norway's defeat. Pundits and fans are questioning how much Portugal can achieve without their veteran captain, whether Haaland performed at his usual level, and how costly Nyland's night was in the final scoreline.

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    Stephen Curry set to become NBA's highest career earner●Stephen Curry Will Make NBA History in Career Earnings After New Warriors Contract Stephen Curry is on track to become tMmastodonSportBasketball120 h ago

    Stephen Curry has signed a new contract extension with the Golden State Warriors that puts him on course to become the highest-paid player in NBA history in terms of total career earnings. The deal underlines the veteran guard's enduring value to the franchise, and sports outlets are highlighting the record financial milestone as Curry continues to build on an already unmatched career in league history.

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    VoteVets Pours Millions Into Democratic Midterm Efforts▼VoteVets Spends Millions to Elect Democrats, Shaping Midterms✉newsWorldPolitics1 d ago

    VoteVets, the veterans-led political organization, is spending millions of dollars to help elect Democratic candidates, a push that could shape the outcome of the upcoming midterm elections. The group, which backs veterans running for office, is directing resources toward key races as both parties fight for control of Congress.

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    Verlander closes career with walk-off thriller▼Day for the ages: Verlander's final start, incredible father-daughter moment AND a walk-off HR!✉newsSportBaseball8 h ago

    Justin Verlander's final start turned into a memorable day in baseball, combining the veteran pitcher's last outing with an emotional father-daughter moment and a walk-off home run to end the game. The rare combination of a farewell performance and a dramatic finish has fans calling it a day for the ages.

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    Giants exploring veteran quarterback options including Garoppolo▼NFL Network: Giants considering veteran QB addition, with Garoppolo, McCarthy among targets✉newsSportFootball1 h ago

    NFL Network reports the New York Giants are considering adding a veteran quarterback, with Jimmy Garoppolo and J.J. McCarthy among the names on their list of targets. The move would bring experienced competition to the team's quarterback room as the franchise evaluates its options heading into the next stage of the offseason.

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    MoD moves to block SAS veteran's secrets●MoD fights to stop SAS veteran revealing terror operation secrets✉newsWarTerrorism22 h ago

    The UK Ministry of Defence is taking legal action to stop a former SAS soldier from disclosing details of counter-terrorism operations. Yahoo News UK reports that the case centres on protecting sensitive operational information about terror missions. The dispute has drawn attention to the limits of secrecy owed by special forces veterans after they leave the military.

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    Big Bang, K-pop's original kings, make their return▼Before BTS and Blackpink, there was Big Bang: Now the Kings of K-pop are back https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq39meMmastodonCultureEntertainment220 h ago

    Big Bang, the group credited with paving the way for K-pop's global rise before BTS and Blackpink, is back in the spotlight. Coverage notes the band's legacy as pioneers of the genre and the excitement around their return, with longtime fans and music commentators weighing in on what the comeback means for K-pop today.

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    Giants eyeing veteran quarterbacks including Jimmy Garoppolo●NFL Network: Giants considering veteran QB addition, with Garoppolo, McCarthy among targets https://www. nfl.com/news/giMmastodonSportFootball217 h ago

    The New York Giants are weighing a veteran quarterback addition, according to NFL Network, with Jimmy Garoppolo and JJ McCarthy among the targets being considered. The move would bring an experienced signal-caller to New York as the team continues assessing its options under center heading into the season.

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    Fewer Than 10 US Veterans of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Still Alive▼Fewer Than 10 American Veterans Who Saw Hiroshima and Nagasaki Are Still Alive. Their Stories Are Disappearing.✉newsWarNuclear1 d ago

    Military.com reports that fewer than ten American veterans who witnessed the aftermath of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki remain alive, and their firsthand accounts are rapidly disappearing. As the last eyewitnesses of the only wartime use of nuclear weapons pass away, historians and families are racing to record their stories before this direct link to 1945 is lost.

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    Will Israel's 2026 election be Avigdor Liberman's swan song?▼Will Israel's 2026 election represent Liberman’s swan song? – opinion✉newsWorldElections13 h ago

    Commentary in Israel is weighing whether the 2026 election will mark the political end of Avigdor Liberman. The opinion piece asks if the Yisrael Beiteinu leader can survive politically, reflecting ongoing speculation about his party's future, coalition dynamics, and the broader shape of Israel's next national vote.

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    Justin Verlander ends 22-year MLB career▼https://www. wacoca.com/baseball/1427514/ MLB伝説の男 バーランダーが22年間の現役生活に幕を閉じた🔥お疲れ様でした‼️ # MajorLeagueBaseball # MLB # MLBVideMmastodonSportBaseball11 d ago

    Justin Verlander, one of Major League Baseball's legendary pitchers, has brought his 22-year playing career to a close, according to reports circulating in Japanese baseball circles. Fans are sending messages of gratitude and congratulations to the veteran for his long run at the top of the sport.

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    Max Scherzer closes in on Justin Verlander's strikeout record●Max Scherzer is three strikeouts away from tying Justin Verlander, and he’s still pitching! 😮 # MLB # MaxScherzer # JustMmastodonSportBaseball212 h ago

    Max Scherzer, still pitching in Game 162, is three strikeouts away from tying Justin Verlander. Fans are reacting to the veteran pitcher chasing down his fellow star in the strikeout charts on the final day of the MLB season.

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    Yankees name Cam Schlittler Game 1 starter against Red Sox●MLB: NY Yankees give Cam Schlittler Game 1 start against Red Sox … https://www. espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/500440 91/yankeeMmastodonSportBaseball13 min ago

    The New York Yankees have given rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler the starting job for Game 1 of their Wild Card playoff series against the Boston Red Sox. The decision hands the high-stakes postseason opener to a young arm rather than a veteran, and baseball fans are debating whether manager Aaron Boone is making a bold or risky call in a heated rivalry matchup.

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    Why Steph Curry and Kawhi Leonard signed two-year deals●Why did Steph Curry, Kawhi Leonard sign two-year deals? Explaining the over-38 rule https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/763MmastodonSportBasketball220 h ago

    Steph Curry and Kawhi Leonard have each signed two-year contract extensions with the Warriors and Raptors, a length shaped by the NBA's over-38 rule. The rule restricts how teams can structure contracts for players who will turn 38 during the deal, effectively blocking longer extensions that would circumvent the salary cap. The signings explain how veteran stars near the end of their careers are still securing significant money under the collective bargaining agreement.

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    NHL preseason games get underway▼NHL preseason games kick off🦋blueskySportSports2.1K14 h ago

    The NHL's preseason slate has begun, with teams across the league iceing lineups mixing veterans returning from the offseason and prospects fighting for roster spots ahead of the regular season. Fans are following scores, standout performances from young players, and how newly assembled rosters look in game action for the first time.

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    Justin Verlander leaves field in tears after final career start▼Justin Verlander leaves field in tears with daughter after final start of 21-year career https://www. theguardian.com/spMmastodonSportBaseball31 d ago

    Justin Verlander has made the final start of his 21-year Major League Baseball career, closing the book with the Detroit Tigers. The veteran pitcher walked off the field in tears alongside his daughter, drawing an emotional send-off from fans and widespread tributes across the sport as outlets including the Guardian covered the moment.

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    Rohit Sharma says retirement doubts never cross his mind, eyes 2027 World Cup▼'The thought will never cross my mind': Rohit Sharma opens up on his future, 2027 ODI World Cup and beyond✉newsSportCricket1 d ago

    India cricketer Rohit Sharma has opened up about his long-term future in international cricket, saying the thought of stepping away never crosses his mind as he looks ahead to the 2027 ODI World Cup and beyond. His comments have drawn attention from fans and pundits weighing whether the veteran batter, now in the latter stage of his career, intends to lead India's campaign at the next 50-over tournament.

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    Prince Harry skydives in Canada to honour WWII veteran's promise●Prince Harry skydives in Canada to keep promise to World War II veteran✉newsWar1 d ago

    Prince Harry completed a skydive in Canada, fulfilling a promise he made to a World War II veteran. The gesture has drawn attention for its personal character, with the veteran having reportedly asked the Duke to take the jump on his behalf. Details about the veteran's identity and where exactly the jump took place remain limited in early coverage.

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    State leaders spotlight mental health support for returning service members▼State leaders highlighting mental health resources for returning active servicemembers✉newsHealth11 min ago

    State leaders are drawing attention to mental health resources available to active service members returning home. The push aims to make sure veterans and transitioning troops know where to find counseling, crisis support and other services as they rejoin civilian life. Officials are encouraging families and communities to share information about the programs.

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    Veterans Appeals and Claims Nominees Face Senate Grilling▼Veterans Appeals, Claims Nominees in Hot Seat at Senate Grilling✉newsWorldDefense20 h ago

    Nominees for senior positions overseeing veterans appeals and claims appeared before a Senate committee for confirmation questioning. Lawmakers pressed the candidates on backlogs, processing delays and reform of the benefits system. The hearing comes as the Department of Veterans Affairs faces continued scrutiny over how quickly veterans receive decisions on disability and benefits claims.

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    Karl Rove says he received threats over voting Democratic●When the Republicans lose Karl Rove, you know it's the Republican Party who are the RINOs now. > Karl Rove Says He Got ‘MmastodonWorldUS Politics2313 h ago

    Veteran Republican strategist Karl Rove says he has received 'credible threats' after announcing he will vote for Democrats, pushing back hard at critics within his own party who brand him a RINO. 'To hell with them,' Rove said of those attacking him, and commentators note that even the architect of George W. Bush's victories is now being cast out by the Republican base.

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    The Detroit Pistons have waived a veteran guard shortly before the start of the NBA season. The move frees up a roster spot as the club finalises its squad ahead of the new campaign. Details about the player and the reasoning behind the decision were not immediately provided.

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    Veterans of the historic 1970s ping-pong diplomacy exchanges between China and the United States are voicing hope that relations between the two countries can improve. Their appeal recalls how a simple table tennis tour helped thaw decades of hostility and led to renewed contacts between Beijing and Washington. The former players are calling on both governments to draw on that spirit of goodwill at a time when bilateral ties remain strained over trade, technology and security disputes.

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    John Goodman Joins The Last of Us Season 3▼'The Last of Us' Season 3 Casts John Goodman✉newsCultureTelevision1 d ago

    John Goodman has been cast in season 3 of HBO's post-apocalyptic drama 'The Last of Us', according to The Hollywood Reporter. Details about his role were not disclosed in the report. The casting news comes as the series continues its adaptation of the acclaimed video game, with fans speculating which character the veteran actor might play.

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    Korean War veterans revisit a transformed South Korea●Korean War veterans return to a South Korea they hardly recognize✉newsWar50 min ago

    American Korean War veterans are returning to South Korea decades after the 1950-53 conflict, finding a country transformed from the war-ravaged peninsula they knew into a global economic and cultural power. The visits, marking ongoing commemoration of the war, highlight the stark contrast between their memories of devastation and the modern nation South Korea has become.

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    Miami Heat Sign Former Mavericks Prospect Dennis Smith Jr.●Miami Signs Former Dallas Top Prospect Dennis Smith Jr. Miami has signed a contract with Dennis Smith Jr. according to iMmastodonSportBasketball14 min ago

    The Miami Heat have signed Dennis Smith Jr. to a contract, according to insider Chris Haynes. Smith, once a top prospect with the Dallas Mavericks, last played in the NBA during the 2023/24 season and has since featured in G League games. His signing adds veteran backcourt depth as Miami continues reshaping its roster.

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    Yardeni warns stocks could suffer if bond yields reach 6%▼Ed Yardeni Says Stocks Could Face Trouble If Bond Yields Hit 6% — ‘We’d All Start To Get Concerned’✉newsBusinessMarkets1 d ago

    Veteran Wall Street strategist Ed Yardeni says equity markets could run into serious trouble if US bond yields climb to 6%, saying investors would 'all start to get concerned' at that level. His comments come as Treasury yields remain elevated and traders weigh how much higher borrowing costs can rise before valuations and risk appetite crack.

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    Stephen Curry Signs $116 Million Extension With Golden State Warriors▼NBA Radio Host Makes Strong Steph Curry Claim After Warriors Lock Down Superstar Guard With $116m Extension✉newsSportBasketball1 d ago

    Stephen Curry has agreed to a one-year, $116 million contract extension with the Golden State Warriors, keeping the two-time MVP with the franchise through the 2026-27 season. A radio host drew attention by claiming Curry remains the NBA's premier point guard despite his age, sparking debate among fans about whether the veteran star can still lead the Warriors to another championship run.

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    War-wounded US veterans selling merch exposed as AI fakes▼War-wounded military veterans peddling cheap patriotic merch are actually AI fakes out of China: report✉newsWorldDefense6 h ago

    A new report describes scam operations producing AI-generated images of wounded American military veterans to sell cheap patriotic merchandise online. The fabricated 'veterans' appear in ads and storefronts tugging at patriotism, with researchers linking much of the activity to networks based in China. The case highlights how generative AI is being weaponised for emotional, exploit-heavy e-commerce fraud targeting US consumers.

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    UFC issues official health update on Raoni Barcelos▼Official UFC Raoni Barcelos health update✉newsHealth2 h ago

    The UFC has released an official statement regarding the health of bantamweight fighter Raoni Barcelos. The organization's announcement, picked up by Yahoo Sports, addresses the condition of the Brazilian veteran, though details of the update were not immediately specified in coverage. Fans and MMA observers are following the news closely given Barcelos's active status in the UFC roster.