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Asian Games: Sreeshankar, David enter men's long jump final; Vithya, Anu qualify for women's 400m hurdles final
Murali Sreeshankar and David Patturaj Solomon advanced to the men's long jump finals at the Asian Games. Vithya Ramraj and Anu Raghavan both secured spots in the women's 400m hurdles finals after impressive heat performances. However, multiple Indian athletes experienced quick exits in kurash competitions, with significant losses in their respective matches. Tejaswin Shankar fell to third place in the decathlon after the discus throw event.
‘Just an employee’: Lakers fans remember Lawrence Tanter’s humble response whenever he was called a legend after his death
The Los Angeles Lakers mourn the loss of Lawrence Tanter, their beloved public address announcer who passed away at 76. With over four decades of service, Tanter's voice was synonymous with Lakers games. Following his retirement in June, fans and players alike expressed profound sorrow and shared cherished memories, illustrating his incredible impact on the Lakers legacy. Tanter will always be remembered as a cornerstone of Lakers history.
Lawrence Tanter family: All about announcer's parents and son Miles as longtime Lakers announcer dies at 76
Lawrence Tanter, known as the Voice of the Lakers, passed away at the age of 76. He served as the public address announcer for the Lakers for 43 years, creating memorable game experiences. Tanter had a significant impact on the franchise and was recognized as a cherished member. His family background remains largely private, with limited information available. Following his retirement, he served as a special adviser to the Lakers.
How did Chris Spatola die? ESPN analyst, US Army veteran and former Duke staffer dies suddenly at 47
How did Chris Spatola die? Chris Spatola, 47, tragically passed away, as reported by Duke University and ESPN. A veteran of the US Army, he joined Duke’s coaching staff during their illustrious 2010 National Championship run. The cause of Chris Spatola's death is not known as the statement only said that he "passed away unexpectedly."
Bill Rasmussen, ESPN founder, dies at 93 after Parkinson’s battle
ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen, who envisioned a dedicated sports channel, has died. He was ninety-three years old after a battle with Parkinson's disease. Rasmussen's ambitious idea transformed sports media consumption for fans worldwide. His vision launched ESPN in 1979, creating a global sports media powerhouse. The network's evolution into a vast ecosystem reflects his enduring legacy.
Karoline Leavitt resignation: Who is Anna Kelly, the former beauty queen tipped to replace her? Matthew Boyle and Sage Steele also in the mix
Karoline Leavitt is leaving her White House press secretary role at the end of August. She cited a desire to spend more time with her young family after maternity leave. Anna Kelly, Matthew Boyle, and Sage Steele are potential successors for the position. Leavitt's departure triggers speculation about who will take over the press podium. Trump praised Leavitt and expects her continued advisory role.
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Who was Brandon Clarke? NBA star died at 29 from effects of heroin and cocaine, medical examiner finds
Brandon Clarke, a forward for the Memphis Grizzlies and a Canadian basketball star, tragically passed away due to the effects of drugs, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office. On Friday, it was revealed that drug paraphernalia was found at his residence where he was found unresponsive. His death, ruled accidental, included references to various prescription medications.

Who was Allan Nascimento? UFC fighter 'Puro Osso' dies at 34 weeks after last fight - Check cause of death
Allan Nascimento dead at 34: UFC fighter Allan Nascimento, known as Puro Osso, has died at the age of 34. Nascimento compiled a professional record of 22 wins and seven losses during his career. He was a respected competitor in the flyweight division, known for his grappling. Tributes have poured in from the mixed martial arts community following the announcement.

Karl Ravech ESPN exit: Veteran broadcaster reportedly leaves network after 30 years, career, net worth and more
Karl Revech a longtime ESPN commentator has reportedly been released by network. This move follows the recent layoff of former NFL player Ryan Clark. Ravech joined ESPN in 1993 and covered numerous major sporting events. The reported departures coincide with ESPN's ongoing restructuring efforts. ESPN is integrating NFL Network after acquiring an equity stake.

YouTube TV lands free premium feature for subscribers after new multi-year deal with Disney - Check how to activate it in 5 easy steps
YouTube TV subscribers are set to receive a significant upgrade at no extra cost. A new multi-year agreement with Disney brings full access to ESPN Unlimited, including major sports programming like WWE premium live events. This addition significantly enhances the value for sports fans, offering broader access to Disney-owned content and improved streaming options.

Penn stock crashes by over 5.50% after casino operator ends ESPN partnership. Here is what PENN customers need to know
PENN said it would retain the customer information for the nearly 3 million people who signed up for ESPN BET, including 300,000 new users from the recent football season.

Molly Qerim quitting ESPN? American TV star's shock Instagram announcement leaves fans heartbroken
Molly Qerim is leaving ESPN's First Take at the end of the year after a decade-long run, despite being offered a new contract. She joined the show in 2015, working alongside Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless, and expressed gratitude for her time on the show. Qerim's departure came as a surprise, and Stephen A.

ESPN Unlimited is a sports lover dream: Check price, plans and other key details about the new streaming service
Disney has introduced ESPN Unlimited, a direct-to-consumer sports streaming service. It offers access to all ESPN networks and ESPN+, covering numerous live events. The service is available through select TV providers and as a standalone subscription. New app features include AI-narrated highlights and personalized video feeds. Introductory bundles are available, along with a lower-cost ESPN Select option.

Stephen A. Smith fiercely questions Pete Hegseth's qualifications for Secretary of Defense, says a weekend Fox News host does not qualify to oversee the U.S. military
Latest developments have revealed that during a quite recent live segment, ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith heavily criticized former Fox host Pete Hegseth and also questioned his qualifications for the post of Secretary of Defense.

Disney sees AI helping to personalize new ESPN app
As audiences shift away from cable TV, Disney is crafting a plan to offer its flagship ESPN network as a standalone app for the first time starting next year.

Alex Pereira vs Jiri Prochazka UFC 295 live streaming: When and where to watch?
Prohazka vs Pereira fight will be the UFC 295 main event on Saturday at Madison Square Garden, New York. There will be early prelims and prelims matches ahead of the main event.

Is Amazon going to help Disney turn ESPN into the newest streaming giant?
Amazon is reportedly in talks with Disney to acquire a minority stake in the ESPN streaming service. Disney and ESPN are still negotiating the price for the service, which is expected to cost between $20 and $35 per month. Amazon's potential acquisition could give the company a significant advantage in the sports streaming market. This comes at a crucial time for Disney, as it has been losing streaming subscribers, with the loss of 12.5 million paid subscribers from Disney+ Hotstar in the last quarter.
ESPN posts second-worst 'Monday Night Football' season
NFL-ESPN/VIEWERSHIP:ESPN posts second-worst 'Monday Night Football' season

ESPN to launch localised mobile app for India
The launch of the app and website are part of ESPN’s association with Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN), announced last year.

Sony partners ESPN to launch two sports channels
The two channels, SONY ESPN and SONY ESPN HD, will go live on January 17.

PM Modi meets top executives of major media companies
Top executives of Comcast, Time Warner, Discovery, Sony, ESPN, News Corp, 21st Century Fox, Disney Industries, ABC television group were invited for the interaction with Modi.
CCI gives nod to News Corporation's acquisition of ESPN Star Sports
In June, STAR TV ATC Holding Ltd decided to buy ESPN's interest in ESPN Star Sports, which owns Star Sports, Star Cricket & ESPN.
CCI gives green signal for News Corp-ESPN Star Sports deal
CCI has approved News Corp's proposal to acquire fully ESPN Star Sports, saying the combination would not impact adversely competition in India.

Rupert Murdoch's News Corp to buy ESPN's 50% stake in ESPN STAR Sports
The transaction will allow News Corporation unit to own and operate all ESS businesses, including STAR Sports, ESPN and STAR Cricket.
News Corporation buys 50 per cent stake in ESPN Star Sports
News Corporation and ESPN today announced an agreement, under which a unit of the $ 61 bn global media company will buy the latter's 50 per cent equity stake in ESS.
Rupert Murdoch-owned Star to go solo, buy ESPN from JV
Star Group's 16-year-old equal JV with ESPN is being dissolved with Star buying out ESPN's stake in the JV, three people familiar with the development said.
ESPN inks 7-year deal for Australian Open
The ESPN has inked a seven-year contract with Tennis Australia to cover the prestigious Australian Open tennis tournament.
ESPN-Star approaches HC against news channels' using footages
Broadcaster ESPN Star Sports approached the Delhi HC seeking a direction to restrain TV news channels from showing footages of the ongoing India-Australia series in programmes other than scheduled news bulletins without its prior permission.
ESPN snaps up Cricinfo
Walt Disney-owned sports broadcaster ESPN has acquired Cricinfo, the world’s largest cricket website, from the Wisden Group for an undisclosed sum.
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