Author Archives: Syndicated Content
Sharks' Evander Kane denies gambling allegations
San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane emphatically denied allegations made by his wife that he gambled on his own games and intentionally tried to lose to cash in on his wagers. Kane posted two stateme...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Olympics-Italians elated, amazed by Jacobs, Tamberi golds
MILAN (Reuters) - Italians were elated and not a little stunned on Sunday as compatriots Lamont Marcell Jacobs and Gianmarco Tamberi claimed upset victories in sprint and high jump events at the Olymp...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Olympics-Cycling-World record likely required for team pursuit gold in Tokyo
By Martyn Herman TOKYO (Reuters) - When Britain's male 4km team pursuit squad broke the world record twice in one day to claim gold in Rio five years ago, it seemed the bar had been raised towards its...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Olympics-Baseball-Foul-ball watchdogs sound their sirens, though few around to hear
By Paresh Dave YOKOHAMA, Japan (Reuters) - Atsushi Oyanagi, 18, and a few other volunteers inside the Olympic baseball and softball stadium need sharp eyes, quick fingers and resilient ears for a job ...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Box Office: 'Jungle Cruise' Docks With $34 Million in Theaters, $30 Million on Disney Plus
By Rebecca Rubin LOS ANGELES (Variety.com) - "Jungle Cruise" completed its first voyage with $34.2 million in theatrical ticket sales and another $30 million on Disney Plus, leading the competition in...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Antetokounmpo brothers bring NBA trophy home to Greece
By Phoebe Fronista ATHENS (Reuters) - Giannis and Thanasis Antetokounmpo, the Greek brothers who helped the Milawaukee Bucks to their first NBA championship in 50 years last month, promised to take th...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Italy reports 5 coronavirus deaths on Sunday, 5,321 new cases
MILAN (Reuters) - Italy reported five coronavirus-related deaths on Sunday, down from 16 the day before, the health ministry said, and the daily tally of new infections fell to 5,321 from 6,513. Italy...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Allianz cooperating as DOJ probes Structured Alpha Funds
FRANKFURT (Reuters) -The U.S. Department of Justice has begun an investigation relating to Allianz Global Investors' Structured Alpha Funds, following litigation pending in U.S. courts on the matter, ...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Olympics-Athletics-Kenya's Rotich through to 800m final with fastest time
TOKYO (Reuters) - Kenya's Ferguson Rotich cruised into the 800 metres final with the fastest run of the semi-final on Sunday, setting himself up as a strong contender to succeed compatriot David Rudis...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
Olympics-Handball-Perfect record dented as Denmark set up Norway quarter-final
TOKYO (Reuters) - Defending Olympic champions Denmark finished as Group B winners despite crashing to a shock 33-30 loss to Sweden in the men's handball competition at the Yoyogi National Stadium on S...
Thomson Reuters Aug 01, 2021
