Biden administration responds to Iran’s offer on … WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Wednesday responded to Iran’s latest offer to resume its compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal, but neither side is offering a definitive path to revive the agreement, which has been on life-support since former President Donald Trump withdrew from it in 2018. State Department spokesman Ned Price confirmed […]
Baty homers first time up in majors, Mets beat Braves … ATLANTA (AP) — The first time Brett Baty stepped on the field in the big leagues, he simply took a look around. “I wanted to soak it all in,” he said. Then came a moment he’ll remember for a lifetime. Baty homered in his first major league at-bat, Starling Marte went deep twice and the […]
Kirby High alumni helping raise money for sports MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One Memphis high school made it a mission to raise money for excellence because of the pandemic. Kirby High School lost a lot of revenue generated by sports to pay for uniforms and meals as a result of the pandemic. Now, the school’s alumni are making sure students athletes remain in the […]
Santana’s homer rallies Mariners for 4-3 win over … SEATTLE (AP) — In a clubhouse with little experience of being in a playoff chase, Carlos Santana is the old guy that can be turned to for advice and guidance. And sometimes he comes up with a clutch hit or two as a reminder he’s still pretty good player. Santana snapped an 0-for-17 slump with […]
France hits 2-run HR, Kirby sharp as Mariners top … SEATTLE (AP) — Ty France hit a two-run homer into the left-field bullpen in the third inning, George Kirby pitched six solid innings and the Seattle Mariners beat the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 Saturday to open a doubleheader. France’s homer came with two outs against starter Jaime Barria (1-2) and erased a one-run lead that […]
China cuts off vital US contacts over Pelosi Taiwan … WASHINGTON (AP) — China cut off contacts with the United States on vital issues Friday — including military matters and crucial climate cooperation — as concerns rose that the Communist government’s hostile reaction to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Taiwan visit could signal a lasting, more aggressive approach toward its U.S. rival and the self-ruled island. […]
Autocratic Hungarian leader Orban hailed by US conservatives DALLAS (AP) — Hungary’s autocratic Prime Minister Viktor Orban urged cheering American conservatives on Thursday to “take back the institutions,” stick to hardline stances on gay rights and immigration and fight for the next U.S. presidential election as a pivotal moment for their beliefs. The exuberant cheers and standing ovations at the Conservative Political Action […]
US says Russia aims to fabricate evidence in prison … WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House on Thursday said new intelligence suggests Russia is working to fabricate evidence concerning last week’s deadly strike on a prison housing prisoners of war in a separatist region of eastern Ukraine. U.S. intelligence officials have determined that Russia is looking to plant false evidence to make it appear that […]
Braves make flurry of trades looking for another … ATLANTA (AP) — Looking to replicate the deals that helped carry them to a World Series title in 2021, the Atlanta Braves added another starting pitcher, bolstered their bullpen and bulked up the outfield ahead of the trade deadline Tuesday. After acquiring corner outfielder Robbie Grossman from the Detroit Tigers late Monday, general manager Alex […]
White House: No need for tensions if Pelosi visits … WASHINGTON (AP) — There’s no reason for China and the U.S. “to come to blows” should House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visit Taiwan during an Asia trip she is expected to make soon, the White House said Friday, underscoring the international tensions surrounding her travel plans. The remarks by National Security Council spokesman John Kirby came […]
Biden, Xi could meet in person, US official says WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and China’s Xi Jinping are exploring meeting in person, a senior administration official said after the leaders spent more than two hours Thursday talking through the future of their complicated relationship, with tension over Taiwan once again emerging as a flashpoint. Biden conducted the telephone call from the Oval […]