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Conservative Muslims in Indonesia protest Coldplay concert over the band's LGBTQ+ support
Read full article: Conservative Muslims in Indonesia protest Coldplay concert over the band's LGBTQ+ supportMore than 200 conservative Muslims marched in Indonesia’s capital, calling for the cancellation of Coldplay’s concert on Wednesday night over the British band’s support for the LGBTQ+ community.
Conservative Muslims protest Coldplay's planned concert in Indonesia over the band's LGBTQ+ support
Read full article: Conservative Muslims protest Coldplay's planned concert in Indonesia over the band's LGBTQ+ supportDozens of conservative Muslims are calling for the cancellation of Coldplay’s concert this month in Indonesia.
Devers breaks tie in 6-run 8th, Red Sox beat Reds 8-2 to avoid sweep
Read full article: Devers breaks tie in 6-run 8th, Red Sox beat Reds 8-2 to avoid sweepRafael Devers doubled to break an eighth-inning tie and the Boston Red Sox overcame Chris Sale’s early exit because of shoulder soreness to beat the Cincinnati Reds 8-2.
NFL player turned Seminole firefighter talks water safety after Bucs player’s daughter drowns
Read full article: NFL player turned Seminole firefighter talks water safety after Bucs player’s daughter drownsA local first responder and swim instructor spoke with News 6 in the wake of the drowning death of the Tampa Bay Buccaneer linebacker's daughter.
Rays top Red Sox 1-0, extend season-opening win streak to 10
Read full article: Rays top Red Sox 1-0, extend season-opening win streak to 10The Tampa Bay Rays became the first major league team since the 1987 Milwaukee Brewers to open the season with 10 straight wins, getting a solo homer from Brandon Lowe in the eighth inning to beat the Boston Red Sox 1-0.
Former NFL player becomes Seminole County firefighter after tragic loss
Read full article: Former NFL player becomes Seminole County firefighter after tragic lossA former New England Patriot and University of Central Florida football player is the newest member of the Seminole County Fire Department.
Díaz escapes in 8th, Mets take series from MLB-best Dodgers
Read full article: Díaz escapes in 8th, Mets take series from MLB-best DodgersEdwin Díaz struck out Gavin Lux on a 102.8 mph fastball to escape a jam in the eighth inning, and the New York Mets beat the major league-best Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3.
Freeman, Dodgers edge Marlins 3-2 in 10 innings
Read full article: Freeman, Dodgers edge Marlins 3-2 in 10 inningsFreddie Freeman drove in the go-ahead run with a grounder in the top of the 10th inning, Chris Martin escaped a bases-loaded jam in the bottom half and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins 3-2.
Outman homers in first MLB at-bat, Dodgers top Rockies 7-3
Read full article: Outman homers in first MLB at-bat, Dodgers top Rockies 7-3James Outman homered on the first swing of his first big-league at-bat and finished with three hits and three RBIs as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 7-3 and closed out July with 21 victories.
Braves' 14-game win streak, Cubs' 10-game skid both end
Read full article: Braves' 14-game win streak, Cubs' 10-game skid both endThe Chicago Cubs became the first team in 23 years to stop a losing streak of 10 or more game while ending an opponent’s winning streak of at least 10 games, beating the Braves 1-0 to end the Braves’ 14-game run.
Federal government urges families to keep their children safe from drowning
Read full article: Federal government urges families to keep their children safe from drowningAs summer approaches, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is urging families to make water safety a priority — especially for children ages 5-14 — as they return to pools and summer camps.
Taylor hits 3 HRs, Dodgers beat Braves 11-2 to extend NLCS
Read full article: Taylor hits 3 HRs, Dodgers beat Braves 11-2 to extend NLCSChris Taylor hit three homers and drove in six runs to help the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Atlanta 11-2, cutting the Braves' lead to 3-2 in the best-of-seven NL Championship Series.
Braves blast 4 HRs, beat Dodgers 9-2 for 3-1 lead in NLCS
Read full article: Braves blast 4 HRs, beat Dodgers 9-2 for 3-1 lead in NLCSEddie Rosario homered twice in his second four-hit game of the NL Championship Series and six Atlanta pitchers combined on a four-hitter, giving the Braves a 9-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers for a commanding 3-1 lead in their best-of-seven playoff.
NL East-leading Braves overcome Duvall's lost HR in victory
Read full article: NL East-leading Braves overcome Duvall's lost HR in victoryIan Anderson pitched two-hit ball over six-plus innings and Austin Riley, Ozzie Albies and Freddie Freeman homered as the Braves beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-2.
New this week: 'Kate,' 'Come From Away' and MTV's VMAs
Read full article: New this week: 'Kate,' 'Come From Away' and MTV's VMAsThis week’s new entertainment releases include Mary Elizabeth Winstead starring in the brutal assassin thriller “Kate” on Netflix and a filmed version of the Tony-nominated Broadway musical “Come From Away.”.
Dodgers rally past Braves for sweep, Scherzer leaves after 6
Read full article: Dodgers rally past Braves for sweep, Scherzer leaves after 6Justin Turner and AJ Pollock singled home the tying and go-ahead runs through the same infield hole in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied past the Atlanta Braves 4-3 to complete a three-game sweep.
Webb wins again as La Stella, Yaz power Giants past Braves
Read full article: Webb wins again as La Stella, Yaz power Giants past BravesLogan Webb threw seven strong innings to win his seventh consecutive decision, Tommy La Stella and Mike Yastrzemski each homered and drove in two runs, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 5-0.
Yankees hit 3 HRs, hold off Braves 5-4 for 11th straight win
Read full article: Yankees hit 3 HRs, hold off Braves 5-4 for 11th straight winWandy Peralta retired Freddie Freeman with the bases loaded for the final out, and the New York Yankees held off the Atlanta Braves 5-4 in a thriller to extend their longest winning streak in 36 years to 11 games.
Adrianza, Braves rally for 8-7 win over Phillies in 12th
Read full article: Adrianza, Braves rally for 8-7 win over Phillies in 12thEhire Adrianza capped a night full of comebacks for Atlanta with a game-ending RBI single in the 12th inning, helping the Braves stun the Philadelphia Phillies for a chaotic 8-7 victory.
European astronaut Thomas Pesquet premieres Coldplay’s new song from space
Read full article: European astronaut Thomas Pesquet premieres Coldplay’s new song from spaceEuropean Space Agency astronaut Thomas Pesquet took a song drop to a new level 200 miles above Earth, helping Cold Play debut its new single this week from his orbiting outpost.
Nats finally play, beat Braves 6-5 on Soto's walk-off in 9th
Read full article: Nats finally play, beat Braves 6-5 on Soto's walk-off in 9thJuan Soto drove in the winning run with a single on a 3-0 pitch in the bottom of the ninth inning to lift the coronavirus-depleted Washington Nationals to a 6-5 comeback victory over the Atlanta Braves after waiting five days to start their season.
Phillies pitchers dominate again, sweep Braves on Bohm hit
Read full article: Phillies pitchers dominate again, sweep Braves on Bohm hitAlec Bohm hit a tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, Zach Eflin gave Philadelphia another strong start and the Phillies completed a three-game sweep of the defending NL East champion Atlanta Braves with a 2-1 win Sunday.
Chisox star Jiménez out 5-6 months, Rays' Anderson ailing
Read full article: Chisox star Jiménez out 5-6 months, Rays' Anderson ailingSixto Sánchez made his third start, yielding a run on three hits and a walk in 3 1/3 innings. Austin Gomber gave up five runs on eight hits, four of them home runs, 5 1/3 innings. Arizona starter Luke Weaver struck out eight over 5 1/3 innings. Right-hander Adbert Alzolay continued to struggle for Chicago, allowing two runs in 3 1/3 innings. BREWERS 2, GIANTS 2Brett Anderson pitched two-run ball over 5 2/3 innings, allowing five hits and striking out three for Milwaukee.
Grammys' in memoriam especially long, grim in pandemic year
Read full article: Grammys' in memoriam especially long, grim in pandemic yearBrandi Carlile performs during the "In Memoriam" section of the 63rd Grammy Awards at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tuesday, March 9, 2021. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)LOS ANGELES – Brandi Carlile paid tribute to John Prine, Bruno Mars celebrated Little Richard and Lionel Richie honored Kenny Rogers during an in memoriam segment on Sunday night's Grammy Awards that featured an especially long list of names after a year of the coronavirus pandemic. Earlier Sunday, Prine won two posthumous Grammys for best American roots song and best American roots performance, a year after receiving a lifetime achievement award at the Grammys. Carlile told The Associated Press that it didn't bother her to be performing without an audience at the pandemic-restricted Grammys because "this time I’m just performing for John Prine. Corea, who died of a rare form of cancer at age 79, won the trophy for best improvised jazz solo and best jazz instrumental album.
Ladies night: Beyoncé, Swift make history as others win big
Read full article: Ladies night: Beyoncé, Swift make history as others win bigFour women won the top four prizes Sunday, including Swift, who became the first female performer to win album of the year three times. Beyoncé — with her 28th win — became the most decorated woman in Grammy history. And 9-year-old Blue Ivy Carter — who won best music video alongside her mother — became the second youngest act to win a Grammy in the show’s 63-year history. Megan Thee Stallion, who won three honors, also made history and became the first female rapper to win best rap song. She's also the fifth rap-based act to win best new artist.
Bellinger HR sends Dodgers to 3rd World Series in 4 years
Read full article: Bellinger HR sends Dodgers to 3rd World Series in 4 yearsAll the way to the World Series. It was the 16th consecutive playoff appearance in which Atlanta did not win a World Series, the most for any team. “A lot of our young players grew up a lot in these last three months.”The Dodgers are once again going for their first World Series title since 1988. Dansby Swanson homered for Atlanta, which hasn't been to the World Series since 1999. “We believed we should have been in the World Series,” Freeman said.
Anderson shines, Braves shut out Reds again to sweep series
Read full article: Anderson shines, Braves shut out Reds again to sweep seriesAtlanta Braves' Marcell Ozuna (20) hits a two-run home run during the eighth inning against the Cincinnati Reds in Game 2 of a National League wild-card baseball series, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)ATLANTA – It had been so long since the Atlanta Braves won a postseason series, Marcell Ozuna wanted to make sure he captured the moment. Anderson struck out nine in six innings as the Braves snapped their record-tying string of losses in 10 consecutive postseason rounds since their last playoff series win in 2001. Bauer struck out 12 in 7 2/3 scoreless innings in the Reds' Game 1 loss. Braves: After sitting out the final two regular-season games with a sore quadriceps, Riley had no setback in the series opener.
Finally! Freeman, Braves top Reds 1-0 in 13th to open series
Read full article: Finally! Freeman, Braves top Reds 1-0 in 13th to open seriesAtlanta Braves Freddie Freeman (5) celebrates driving in the game-winning run against the Cincinnati Reds in the 13th inning during Game 1 of a National League wild-card baseball series, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Braves won 1-0. The East champion Braves won a postseason opener for the first time since Game 1 of the 2001 NL Division Series. In Game 5 of the 2019 NL Division Series, Atlanta gave up a record 10 runs to the St. Louis Cardinals in their first at-bat. Braves: There were injury concerns after Atlanta's last series of the regular season, but everyone was good to go in the playoffs.
LEADING OFF: Ailing players heal up, Yanks back in Cleveland
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Ailing players heal up, Yanks back in ClevelandMinnesota has a couple of ailing hitters in third baseman Josh Donaldson (right calf) and center fielder Byron Buxton (mild concussion symptoms). Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said Buxton is improving and the team hopes he’ll be ready for the postseason opener. Brett Phillips exited Sunday’s game with right hamstring tightness, and fellow outfielder Manuel Margot (sore foot) was scratched from the lineup. Acuña was scratched Sunday with renewed irritation in his left wrist. Because of the reworked schedule caused by the virus outbreak, the Yankees didn’t play in Cleveland this year.
Out of the box: Umps eject Nats GM Rizzo from luxury suite
Read full article: Out of the box: Umps eject Nats GM Rizzo from luxury suiteWashington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo, left, looks on from the dugout as a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves gets underway, Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, in Atlanta. Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo was tossed for yelling at umpires from a luxury suite in Atlanta on Sunday, with longtime crew chief Joe West saying, enough is enough.I wouldnt take that from a player. I wouldnt take that from a manager, West told The Associated Press. Rizzo was standing outside the box, high above the plate at Truist Park, without a mask and was barking toward the field. Rizzo has gotten steamed at umpires in the past, most notably at Citi Field in 2016 after a loss to the Mets.
Cspedes homers as DH in return, Mets edge Braves 1-0
Read full article: Cspedes homers as DH in return, Mets edge Braves 1-0New York Mets' Yoenis Cespedes, right, celebrates his solo home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field, Friday, July 24, 2020, in New York. Rules changes for this shortened season delayed by the coronavirus provided a DH in NL games for the first time giving the Mets a perfect slot for Cspedes as he gets back in the swing of things. Edwin Daz, who lost his job as closer during a miserable 2019 season, struck out two in a hitless ninth for the save. Braves All-Star starter Mike Soroka, who won his previous two matchups with deGrom, allowed four hits in six outstanding innings. Coming off consecutive Cy Young Awards, deGrom fanned eight and permitted only a broken-bat single and a walk.
Poll: Pandemic hurting Americans' finances in disparate ways
Read full article: Poll: Pandemic hurting Americans' finances in disparate waysAs the coronavirus pandemic drags on, a new poll finds it is having different effects on Americans economic well-being. For some, the virus has meant lost income or struggles to pay bills on time particularly among Hispanic, Black and younger Americans. Meanwhile, the survey also finds about a third of Americans say their investments were negatively impacted during the pandemic. By contrast, Americans without a degree were more likely to have delayed paying bills 26%, compared with 10% of college graduates. Younger Americans were more likely to have lost a job, put themselves at risk of exposure or delayed paying bills, while more older Americans lost investments.
Musicians like John Legend, Neil Young performing virtual concerts for fans
Read full article: Musicians like John Legend, Neil Young performing virtual concerts for fansChris Martin, the lead singer of Coldplay, organized a live concert on the band’s Instagram page Monday, which inspired John Legend to do the same thing Tuesday. The best part is that Legend’s wife, Chrissy Teigen, filmed the live concert for fans to watch all across the globe. Rock legend Neil Young announced he would be doing a virtual concert after having to cancel many upcoming tour dates because of the coronavirus. Young is calling it the “Fireside Sessions,” and the concert will be streaming live from his website, Neil Young Archives. Will we see more famous musicians turn their living rooms into intimate concert venues for their fans to watch on the internet in the comfort of their quarantined homes?
150,000 Takata air bags still on recall list in Central Florida
Read full article: 150,000 Takata air bags still on recall list in Central FloridaAn estimated 150,000 vehicles in the Orlando area have not had the Takata airbags replaced after a massive recall, according to the National Highway and Traffic Administration.