Top-ranked tennis player Jannik Sinner accepted a three-month ban in a settlement with WADA over two positive doping tests, allowing him to compete in the next Grand Slam. The ban stemmed from trace amounts of Clostebol found in his sample, attributed to accidental contamination by a trainer. Sinner will return to the Italian Open after the suspension ends on May 4, ending a year-long process that WADA acknowledged was unintentional and without intent to cheat.
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Kevin Durant TradeThe Phoenix Suns are trading 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in the upcoming draft, and future picks. Durant, who averaged 26.6 points per game for Phoenix last season, will be joining his fifth NBA franchise after a challenging tenure with the Suns. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe government appealed a federal judge's decision to release Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland father mistakenly deported to El Salvador, pending his trial for human smuggling charges to allow for a review of his custody. U.S. Magistrate Barbara D. Holmes expressed concerns over due process violations and noted that Garcia may still face deportation upon release, rendering the court's ruling potentially moot. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Oklahoma City Thunder clinched their first NBA championship since relocating from Seattle, defeating the Indiana Pacers 103-91 in Game 7 of the Finals, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 29 points and 12 assists. Despite losing star Tyrese Haliburton to injury early on, the Pacers put up a fight but ultimately fell short, marking the Thunder's remarkable season with 84 total wins. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA shooting at CrossPointe Community Church in Wayne, Michigan, on Sunday left one person injured and the alleged gunman dead after being shot by church staff and a parishioner. The 31-year-old suspect, armed with a tactical vest and firearms, opened fire outside the church, prompting chaos among the approximately 150 attendees; the motive remains unclear. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe U.S. is preparing for Iran's retaliation following President Trump's airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, including the Fordo facility, using powerful bunker buster bombs. While Iran has warned of severe consequences, its response options are limited due to diminished military capacity and regional support, although it may attempt to disrupt oil flows or launch cyberattacks. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA Tennessee judge ordered the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose mistaken deportation is tied to President Trump's immigration policies, while he awaits trial on human smuggling charges; however, he may still be detained by ICE. The judge emphasized the presumption of innocence and the need for a fair trial, despite the government's intentions to deport him quickly. Need More Context? 🔎
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