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LeBron James makes 76ers debut
CAMDEN, New Jersey — LeBron James took his seat and fidgeted with a microphone before he tossed his identification placard on the ground. “You guys know who I am, right?” James asked. Sure do. No introduction needed…
Wemby ready for NBA Spurs to move rivals in climb to top
SAN ANTONIO — Victor Wembanyama said he still struggles to sleep sometimes following San Antonio's loss to New York in June's NBA Finals, but the French superstar predicts the Spurs will be tougher this season. "We're…
Clippers apologize to fans amid Leonard scandal
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Clippers on Monday apologized to fans and warned of grave challenges ahead after the NBA franchise was hit with severe penalties for its violations of salary cap rules. Earlier this month…
Eala makes fast start as weather and transport woes hit Asian Games
NAGOYA, Japan — Philippines tennis trailblazer Alexandra Eala was in ruthless mood at the Asian Games on Monday as rain disrupted some events and Japanese organisers faced renewed accusations of mismanagement. Eala…
EJ Obiena seeks to defend Asian Games pole vault crown
ERNEST John "EJ" Obiena seeks to retain his men's pole vault title and deliver the Philippines another gold medal in the 20th Asian Games in Japan on Tuesday. Expected to rule the continental meet anew, Obiena competes…
Sibol snares bronze in Asiad Honor of Kings
PHILIPPINE Esports team Sibol snared a bronze medal in Honor of Kings at the 20th Asian Games after falling to China, 0-2, in the semifinals at Aichi Sky Expo in Japan on Monday. Justine Ritchie Tan, Charles Roman…
PH women’s sepak eyes Asiad gold
THE Philippine women’s sepak takraw doubles team advanced to the gold medal match of the 2026 Asian Games after defeating Laos, 15-12, 15-10, in the semifinals. Composed of Jean Marie Sucalit, Abegail Sinogbuhan, and…
‘My forever’: Carlos, Chloe engaged
TWO-TIME Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo has publicly announced his engagement to his longtime girlfriend, model-influencer Chloe San Jose, revealing that the two have been quietly engaged for nine months. Fresh off…
PH claims bronze in Chess Olympiad
THE Philippines downed Panama, 3-1, in the 11th and final round to settle for a Category B bronze medal in the men’s division of the 46th World Chess Olympiad at the Silk Road International Exhibition Centre on Sunday…
USA rallies to capture 11th consecutive Presidents Cup
MEDINAH, Illonois — The United States made a stunning rally to capture an 11th consecutive Presidents Cup on Sunday (Monday in Manila), defeating the Internationals 17-13 in a victory dedicated to US President Donald…
