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After military deal, US plans more bases in Greenland

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:07:14 GMT

NUUK/COPENHAGEN: After months of tension over U.S. President Donald Trump's threats to take control of Greenland, the island's government and residents have welcomed a new military agreement with the United States and Denmark.

The deal has eased fears about a possible U.S. takeover, although many Greenlanders remain deeply cautious about Washington.

"I am incredibly relieved and think the outcome is very

US business growth hits five-year high as costs climb

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:03:51 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: U.S. businesses saw a sharp acceleration in demand in September, pushing activity to its strongest level in more than five years while also straining supply chains and driving up costs.

S&P Global's flash U.S. Composite PMI Output Index rose to 58.4 in September from 56.0 in August, its highest reading since July 2021. A reading above 50 signals expansion in the private sector.

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NHL power rankings: Avs, Canes lead strong pack of Cup hopefuls

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:19:06 GMT

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A strong case can be made for a dozen or more teams hoisting the Stanley Cup when the 2026-27 NHL season is completed, even though the defending champion Carolina Hurricanes outclassed the field in last season's playoffs.

Most of the legitimate contenders remain the same from the past few years, but rest assured there will be a few surprises to come. Here are our power rankings on

Giants OLB Brian Burns (ACL) to miss rest of season

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:40:24 GMT

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New York Giants star edge rusher Brian Burns tore his right ACL during Sunday's victory against Tennessee and will miss the rest of the season, coach John Harbaugh confirmed Monday.

Burns sustained a knee injury in the fourth quarter of the 12-7 win against the Titans in East Rutherford, N.J. He went to the ground after being blocked by Austin Schlottmann and grabbed his right

NHL season-preview capsules: Western Conference

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:40:30 GMT

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CENTRAL DIVISION

Chicago Blackhawks

Head coach: Jeff Blashill (second season)

Last season: 29-39-14, eighth place in Central Division

This season: Is this the year the Blackhawks turn the corner? It will not be easy with Connor Bedard expected to miss the first month or more. But Chicago does have young talent that should improve.

What's New: Patrick Kane

Report: Giants fear torn ACL for OLB Brian Burns

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:05:11 GMT

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The New York Giants fear star edge rusher Brian Burns tore his right ACL during Sunday's victory against Tennessee, ESPN reported on Monday.

Burns sustained a knee injury in the fourth quarter of the 12-7 win against the Titans in East Rutherford, N.J. He went to the ground after being blocked by Austin Schlottmann and grabbed his right leg before eventually limping off the fi

Macklin Celebrini, 20, named youngest captain in Sharks history

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:05:10 GMT

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The San Jose Sharks named star forward Macklin Celebrini as their captain on Friday.

The move comes nearly two months since Celebrini signed a five-year, $94 million contract extension. He will play in 2026-27 on the last season of his three-year, $2.925 million entry-level contract.

Celebrini, 20, becomes the youngest captain in franchise history and the team's first since

New Jersey Legislature and local governments honour Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar for 45 years of peace-building and humanitarian work

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:19:49 GMT

New Jersey [US], September 24 (ANI): In a significant recognition of an Indian spiritual leader's four-and-a-half decades of global work in peacebuilding and humanitarian service, the New Jersey State Legislature and the Townships of Edison and Franklin have formally honoured Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar during his visit to the state.

The recognitions acknowledge his contributions to spreading peace, nurtur

Almiron leads Paraguay past Bolivia

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 06:18:56 GMT

WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- A Miguel Almiron brace fired Paraguay to a 2-0 victory over Bolivia in their international friendly on Sunday.

Paraguay took the lead in the 17th minute when Almiron fired in from close range after a headed pass from Mauricio Magalhaes.

Former Newcastle United winger Almiron doubled the advantage early in the second half, taking a touch to control Julio Enciso's pass befor

Youth focus key for new Mexico boss

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:16:11 GMT

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) -- Mexico head coach Rafael Marquez called for patience on Friday as he seeks to stamp his own style on the national team.

The 47-year-old will take charge of El Tri for the first time in friendlies against Colombia, Peru, the United States and Chile in the United States over the next 11 days.

"I adapt to what I have; it's not that I'm going to impose a style of play," the fo

Ex-Senator Menendez seeks Second Circuit rescue from bribery conviction

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:24 GMT

MANHATTAN (CN) - Former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez pushed a federal appeals court Thursday morning to reverse his federal bribery conviction and vacate the 11-year prison