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The Pickleball Slam, Anna Leigh Waters and a sport trying to escape the gravity of tennis stars
Pickleball, one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, has reached another milestone. The fourth edition of the Pickleball Slam, one its most visible events, is not like the previous three. This time, for the first time, one of the four players on the court did not make their name as a tennis star.Advertisement
Strong China-Russia relations are stabilising force in a ‘turbulent’ landscape: Xi Jinping
Amid escalating turmoil in the Middle East and mounting global uncertainty, Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged China and Russia to elevate their strategic partnership to new heights by deepening “all-around cooperation” and reinvigorating the authority of the United Nations. During a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Beijing on Wednesday, he cast the growing bilateral relationship as a stabilising force in a volatile world, rooted in history, driven by strategic...
Janette Manrara says she has to ‘wait and find out’ about Strictly hosting role
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McKenna on shortlist but Rose frontrunner to replace Iraola at Bournemouth
Marco Rose is believed to be the frontrunner for the Bournemouth job.Sky Sports News understands the club have a shortlist of three potential successors to Andoni Iraola that also includes Ipswich's Kieran McKenna.
Blockade 101: American sea power on display as Trump corners Iran and warns off China
At this moment in time, President Donald Trump has control of the Strait of Hormuz. His short-term goal, of course, is to pressure Iran’s leaders to give up their nuclear ambitions. Yet Trump’s blockade is also a major geopolitical hammer on China. For now, oil and petrochemical shipments will flow out of that waterway only under the rules of U.S. Navy. All China can do is watch."If any of these ships come anywhere close to our BLOCKADE, they will be immediately ELIMINATED, using the same system...
Almost 100 humanoid robots prepare to race in Chinese half marathon
A full-scale test of a humanoid robot half-marathon has been carried out in Beijing, China, just days before the official race on 19 April. The rehearsal, held from 11 to 12 April in the city’s E-Town Economic and Technological Development Area, simulated every major aspect of the event, from route navigation and race timing to equipment coordination and emergency response. Compared to last year, the number of participating teams has increased nearly fivefold, exceeding 100 overall, with auton...
Republican seeks blue-state breakthrough, distances from Trump while taking aim at 'socialist'
RANDOLPH, N.J. — As he works to flip a vacant U.S. House seat in a blue-leaning district in northern New Jersey, Republican Joe Hathaway is not shy about pointing out where he disagrees with President Donald Trump, even as he charges that his Democratic rival is too far to the left."I'm going to call balls and strikes in this race. I'm not going to be a rubber stamp for anybody," Hathaway said in a Fox News Digital interview this week, when asked about Trump.Hathaway is facing off against Democr...
Crime is falling, officials say — victims claim reporting isn’t worth it
From city halls to governors' mansions, the message is the same: crime is falling. In Detroit, Mayor Mary Sheffield celebrated a 10 percent drop in both violent and property crime and the city's fewest murders in 60 years. In Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass touted a 19 percent decline in homicides, while her police chief pointed to "noticeable declines in property crime." In Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson hailed 2025 as "one of the most transformative years in violence reduction" in the city's his...
The World Cup isn't where Matt Crocker's sudden exit will impact U.S. Soccer most
U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker’s sudden departure for a role in Saudi Arabia shocked those around both the federation and American soccer as a whole.It undoubtedly comes with poor optics. The World Cup – to be played on home soil – is just two months away. How could U.S. Soccer’s top sporting executive leave now?Advertisement
2026 RBC Heritage odds, DFS picks: Who is poised for a big tournament after the Masters?
The PGA Tour heads to Hilton Head Island, S.C., for the RBC Heritage after a thrilling week at the Masters. The field will feature 82 of the best golfers in the world for a no-cut signature event.The original field of 72 was expanded to invite 10 winners from 2025 who would have qualified for The Sentry, which was canceled. If any of the 10 added golfers withdraw before the event, no alternate would be added. Brooks Koepka is not currently in the field and is the first alternate if one of the ot...
Ryanair update over new policy change that makes travel 'quicker and easier'
Ryanair update over new policy change that makes travel 'quicker and easier'Passengers flying with the airline should be aware of the change to its boarding policyCommentsTravelAmber O'Connor Money and Lifestyle reporter U35s10:00, 15 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesThe airline posted the update on social media (stock photo)(Image: Getty)Ryanair has shared an update for passengers following the introduction of its new boarding policy. The airline has moved to using 100% digital boarding pass...
Stop calling this brinkmanship. Trump's Hormuz move is the real pressure
The critics erupted again the moment President Trump ordered a naval blockade, cutting off oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz that Iran has been controlling access to. Brinkmanship, they said. Dangerous escalation. These are the same critics who condemned the war from day one. But here is the truth they keep avoiding: the United States, Europe, the Gulf states and Israel have all been in a shadow war with Iran for decades. Every administration before this one too often chose to manage th...
Oppo F33 series launched in India with military grade durability and 7,000mAh battery
Oppo F series launched in India with military grade durability and mAh battery
Are US-Singapore relations under pressure as public trust declines?
In a rare public protest in Singapore, hundreds gathered in Hong Lim Park over the weekend to denounce the “US war machine”. They brandished placards and banners, including one with horns drawn on US presidents past and present captioned: “This is what terrorists look like.” The demonstration, which required organisers to get permission from the authorities, came as public sentiment in the region sours against Washington. Observers attribute this to the perception that the US has become...
How the streaming dream turned sports on TV into a costly maze
What began as a fan-friendly revolution has splintered into a confusing, expensive web of subscriptions, blackouts and adsThere was a moment, perhaps a decade ago, when it felt as if sports broadcasting nirvana was near. A world where ordinary fans could access any game on any device, any time, anywhere.Or near enough, as cord-cutting devastated traditional cable subscription models and viewers who had long been locked into expensive and restrictive TV packages now had choices. Streaming nurture...
Anonymous NBA Player Poll: Would you visit the White House if your team won the title?
President Donald J. Trump is in his sixth year in office, and, to date, no NBA champion has visited the White House during his administrations.Based on the results of The Athletic’s 2026 anonymous player poll, the league’s players are split on visiting the White House generally, with a slight majority of respondents saying they would want to accept an offer to appear at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. if their team wins it all.Advertisement
It's Tax Day. Here's how big the average tax refund is in 2026.
MoneyWatch It's Tax Day. Here's how big the average tax refund is in 2026. .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-moneywatch.jpg'); } By Mary Cunningham Mary Cunningham Reporter, MoneyWatch Mary Cunningham is a reporter for CBS MoneyWatch. She previously worked at "60 Minutes," CBSNews.com and CBS News 24/7 as part of the CBS News Associate Program. Read Full Bio Mary Cunningham April 15, 2026 / 5:00 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google As another Ta...
Former Alabama star allegedly impersonated NFL stars Penix, Njoku and McKinney in $20m loan scam
Luther Davis, a national champion with the Crimson Tide, is said to have worn wigs and make-up to secure fraudulent loansA former University of Alabama football star plans to plead guilty later this month to orchestrating an alleged scheme in which he impersonated NFL players and defrauded lenders out of nearly $20m. The alleged scam is described in detail by the US attorney for the northern district of Georgia, including depictions of the former defensive lineman donning disguises during loan c...
New federal Medicaid rules require 1 month of work. Some states demand more.
HealthWatch New federal Medicaid rules require 1 month of work. Some states demand more. .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-healthwatch.jpg'); } By Samantha Liss April 15, 2026 / 5:00 AM EDT / KFF Health News Add CBS News on Google Millions of people who apply for Medicaid in the coming years will have to prove they've been working, going to school, or volunteering for at least one month before they can gain or retain health insurance through the gov...
Rep. Thomas Massie puts his Republican 'brand' against Trump's in Kentucky
2026 ElectionRep. Thomas Massie puts his Republican 'brand' against Trump's in KentuckyMassie is touting his independence and trying to turn the president into an afterthought as he faces Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein next month in a tough GOP primary.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., is facing attacks from President Donald Trump as he seeks an eighth term in Congress.Tom Williams / CQ-Roll Call via Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to Go...