Houston Astros have decisions to make as roster crunch looms

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Houston Astros: With dynasty established, sustaining it is the goal: A second title sealed their status as an all-time juggernaut over an amazing six-year run ...

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BREAKING: The United States effectively stopped the United Nations from recognizing a Palestinian state by casting a veto in the Security Council to deny the ...

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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership

In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.

The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.

The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.

Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.

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Sydney church stabbing: Australian bishop forgives alleged attacker: Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel also appealed for the community to stay calm after the alleged ...

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What You See in the Dark by Rudy Gobert | The Players’ Tribune: This is the real Rudy Gobert: “I don’t think you’ll understand me unless you understand a bit of ...

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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial

A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.

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Peter Higgs, physicist who theorised Higgs boson, dies aged 94: The renowned scientist won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 2013.

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Quick Glance: Physicist Peter Higgs Passes Away at 94

Physicist Peter Higgs, whose theory of an undetected particle in the universe changed science, has died at 94, according to the University of Edinburgh.

The discovery of the Higgs boson in 2012 at the CERN research center was a significant advancement in understanding the cosmos, steering physics towards once-fantastical ideas.

Higgs, initially 'incompetent' in the physics lab, later specialized in theoretical physics, inspired by quantum physicist Paul Dirac from his school.

The Higgs boson's completion of the Standard Model opened doors to explore unexplained aspects of the universe and abstract concepts like parallel universes, despite Higgs disliking the 'God particle' nickname.

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Fossils of colossal snake Vasuki unearthed in India mine: Fossil vertebrae unearthed in a lignite mine are the remains of one of the largest snakes that ever ...

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US OKs potential sale of aircraft support to Iraq, Pentagon says

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MPs back smoking ban for those born after 2009: The measures, championed by PM Rishi Sunak, pass despite opposition by several leading Conservative figures.

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Quick Glance: UK Lawmakers Support Groundbreaking 'Smoke-Free Generation' Bill

The British government's plan for a landmark smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking passed its first hurdle in Parliament despite opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.

The bill, announced by Sunak, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009, creating one of the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world to establish the 'first smoke-free generation' in modern Britain.

The bill also includes measures to crack down on youth vaping, such as banning the sale of cheap disposable vapes and restricting their flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine.

The number of people who smoke in the U.K. has declined by two-thirds since the 1970s, but approximately 6.4 million people in the country still smoke, accounting for about 13% of the population. Smoking remains the number one preventable cause of death, disability, and poor health.

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Hannah Gutierrez-Reed: Rust armourer sentenced to 18 months for Halyna Hutchins' death

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Quick Glance: 'Rust' Armorer Sentenced to 18 Months in Fatal Shooting

Former 'Rust' movie armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was sentenced to 18 months in prison by the New Mexico District Court Judge.

The incident that shocked the film industry is believed to mark the first instance in recent history of a member of a film crew or cast being fatally injured by a live round mistakenly loaded into a firearm.

Baldwin's trial is scheduled for July 10 following his indictment for involuntary manslaughter in January.

Initially, Hutchins' death led to a halt in the use of real firearms and blank ammunition by US film and television productions, but many have resumed usage due to the authenticity they provide.

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Scotland to ditch key climate change target: The Scottish government is to scrap its flagship target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030.

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India’s Lok Sabha Election Live: The world’s biggest democracy goes to the polls: Elections to India's lower house of parliament, the Lok Sabha ...

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Biden cancels another $7.4bn in student loans for more than 277,000: The White House says Mr Biden has cancelled $153bn (£122bn) of student debt to date.

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Quick Glance: Biden administration announces more student loan cancellation

A new repayment arrangement by the Biden administration allows for the cancellation of student loans for an additional 206,000 borrowers.

Through the Education Department's SAVE Plan, nearly 8 million Americans have embraced the plan, with 4.5 million not paying due to lower incomes.

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‘Rye Lane’ Star David Jonsson Penning Debut Drama Series ‘Hype’: David Jonsson, star of 'Industry' and 'Rye Lane', is writing drama series ...

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How ‘Fallout’ Star Walton Goggins Found the Humanity in The Ghoul: Walton Goggins tells TheWrap about his intense makeup and philosophical take on his character ...

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After stalling for months, Ukraine aid heads to vote in House of Representatives: Despite right-wing outcries, Speaker Mike Johnson is pressing to pass billions ...

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US Republican Kari Lake tells supporters: 'Strap on a Glock' as election nears: Republican U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake, an ardent supporter of former ...

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Roberto Cavalli: Italian fashion designer dies aged 83: The designer, famed for his animal prints on leather and textiles, died at home in Florence.

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Quick Glance: Roberto Cavalli Passes Away at 83

Designer Roberto Cavalli has passed away in Florence at the age of 83, leaving a legacy in the fashion industry.

Establishing his own fashion brand in 1970, Cavalli revolutionized the industry with innovative printing techniques on leather.

His personal life reflected the glamour and extravagance of his fashion collections, attracting celebrities like Charlize Theron and Madonna.

A pioneer in inviting customers into his world, Cavalli expanded his empire with clubs, cafés, and even an autobiography.

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US committee finds China is subsidizing American fentanyl crisis

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Houston Astros erupt in 7th inning to roll past Texas Rangers: The Astros erupted for seven runs in the seventh inning against the Rangers ...

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Houston Astros: Offense backs Cristian Javier vs. Rangers: Houston's offense, led by Jose Altuve's two homers, backs Cristian Javier, who outdueled Nathan ...

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Italy's Turin orders outdoor smokers to keep their distance: The northern Italian city of Turin has banned outdoor smoking unless other people are at least five ...

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US to end 'gun show loophole' that allows sales without background checks: White House says it will require all gun show and internet dealers to conduct ...

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Quick Glance: Biden Administration Implements Stricter Background Checks for Gun Dealers

A new rule by the Biden administration will require thousands of gun dealers to conduct background checks on buyers to close a legal loophole.

President Biden emphasizes that the measure aims to keep guns away from domestic abusers and felons to save lives.

The law mandates that sellers primarily engaged in selling firearms for profit must be federally licensed and perform checks.

Despite praise from advocates, the regulation is likely to face legal challenges from gun rights activists, concerned about potential infringements.

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China: Internet amused by 'sanitary pad' building design: The blueprint of North Nanjing train station has attracted reaction for all the wrong reasons.

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Mbappe scores twice as PSG beat 10-man Barca to reach semi-finals

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Houston Astros: Framber Valdez's return 'very possible' on road trip: Houston Astros left-hander Framber Valdez, who hasn't pitched since April 2 ...

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Iranians on edge as leaders say 'Tel Aviv is our battleground': The authorities defend attacking Israel, but not all Iranians see it that way.

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Genome study reveals prehistoric Ethiopian origins of coffee

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SanDisk's shows off the world's first stupendously large 4TB SD card: Western Digital's SanDisk division is showing off a 4TB SD card ...

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Celebrating Eid al-Fitr: Muslims celebrate the Eid al-Fitr holiday marking the end of Ramadan.

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Drones seen flying from direction of Iran over Iraq’s Sulaymaniya, security sources tell Reuters

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Angel Hernandez Is the Reason MLB Needs a Ball-Strike Challenge System: A ball-strike challenge system is the only way to rein umpires in.

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Women’s NCAA title game draws 18.7M viewers, setting records: South Carolina's victory over Iowa in the national championship game Sunday afternoon averaged 18 ...

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Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship

South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.

Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.

It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.

The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.

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Caribbean nation of Aruba backs itself up to Internet Archive: Aruba's National Archives and National Library are now on Internet Archive.

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Astros still trying to find a 'way to win' after being swept: Instead of making the key out or getting the big hit, Astros find a way to lose to Braves in extra ...

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Houston Astros ship Forrest Whitley back to Triple-A Sugar Land: The demotion of the long-touted prospect after one MLB appearance clears a roster spot for ...

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KC Royals’ perfect homestand vs. Astros aided by huge days from Witt, Pasquantino

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Justin Verlander to make season debut for Astros on Friday at Nationals: After two rehab starts, the Houston ace will make his season debut Friday ...

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Houston Astros: Atlanta Braves pull away for 6-2 win: Hunter Brown gave the Astros a much-needed strong start but the Houston offense stalled again.

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China tried to meddle but Canadians decided the last two elections, says PM Trudeau

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Quick Glance: Alleged Chinese Interference in Canadian Elections: Trudeau Confirms Independence

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reported to an official inquiry that China attempted to intervene in the last two Canadian elections, but the outcomes were unaffected, and it was deemed 'improbable' that Beijing favored a specific party.

Under pressure from opposition lawmakers dissatisfied with media reports on China's potential involvement in the elections, Trudeau established the commission.

Erin O'Toole, who led the main opposition Conservative party during the 2021 campaign, estimated that Chinese interventions may have cost his party up to nine seats but did not alter the election's course. Trudeau's Liberal Party emerged victorious in both instances.

Canada's domestic intelligence agency informed the commission of China's 'clandestine and deceptive' interference in both elections, marking the most substantial evidence thus far of suspected Chinese meddling in Canadian politics.

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Why the Astros’ path to an eighth straight ALCS appears increasingly problematic: Many of the problems the Astros have faced so far, including a lack of pitching ...

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China helping Moscow in biggest military expansion since Soviet times, US says

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Sydney attack: Mum Ashlee Good, who died protecting baby, was 'beautiful person': Ashlee Good was killed and her nine-month-old baby injured during Joel Cauchi's ...

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Dining hall with Trojan War decorations uncovered in Pompeii: A black-walled dining hall with 2,000-year-old paintings inspired by the Trojan War has been ...

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Richard Hammond predicts majority of cars will still be petrol rather than electric in 2050

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US, Japan signal support for Texas high-speed rail plan: The governments of the United States and Japan signalled support for a plan to build the first ...

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Houston Astros' Ronel Blanco named American League Player of the Week: Houston Astros right-hander Ronel Blanco earned the American League Player of the Week ...

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Pompeii: Breathtaking new paintings found at ancient city: Archaeologists unearth significant new paintings in the ancient Roman town buried by a volcano in AD79 ...

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Astros calling up former top pitching prospect Forrest Whitley: Sources: Multiple sites ranked Whitley as a top-10 prospect in 2018 and 2019.

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MLB Fans Call for Angel Hernandez’s Job After Another Truly Horrific Game : MLB fans have had it with Angel Hernandez after the veteran umpire missed multiple ...

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Vinnie Pasquantino records career-high 5 RBIs as Royals extend winning streak to six games

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Apr 08

Briton who ran length of Africa says Congo kidnapping was only time he mulled quitting

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Biden says he is examining power to shut US border on his own: President Joe Biden said in an interview broadcast on Tuesday that he and his administration are ...

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Houston Astros storm back in series finale vs. Texas Rangers: After a rough debut from Blair Henley, the Astros' bullpen held the line and the offense erupted to ...

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Astros can't hold late lead as Braves win in 10 innings for sweep: Ryan Pressly blew a two-run lead in the eighth and Jeremy Peña grounded out into a double play ...

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Israel Gaza: Food charity says aid workers killed in strike: Seven aid workers have been killed in Gaza in what their charity's founder said was an Israeli ...

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Quick Glance: Fatal Mistake: IDF Reveals Errors in Attack on Aid Workers

A series of catastrophic mistakes led to the deaths of seven aid workers delivering crucial aid to Gaza.

Investigations revealed serious errors in identification, resulting in a tragic outcome.

Decisions to carry out the attack broke operational procedures and resulted in a grave tragedy.

The IDF has taken responsibility, soldiers involved have been suspended, and a potential criminal investigation looms.

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LIVE: Palestinians hold Eid al-Fitr prayers in Rafah: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)

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Statue of Liberty is seen during a partial solar eclipse

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Rhys Hoskins, first villain of the MLB season; Juan Soto’s defense helps sink Astros

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Quick Glance: Rhys Hoskins: First Villain of MLB Season; Juan Soto's Defense Helps Sink Astros

Rhys Hoskins continues to be a source of drama in the MLB, while Juan Soto's defense receives praise.

The Astros disappointingly start the season, contrary to predictions, as the Pirates surprisingly sweep the Marlins.

Exciting but error-prone games unfold between the Pirates and Marlins, showcasing a mix of brilliance and sloppiness.

Other meeting highlights include the MLBPA mutiny, sports betting partnerships, and player injuries.

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Are we at peak K-pop? Goldman doesn’t think so: The market thinks there’s a catch, but there might be growth potential not far away, in Japan

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Cannabis decriminalised in Germany from 1 April: Campaigners hail the law shift, which comes into force on 1 April - though police are less thrilled.

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BREAKING: A federal judge rejected Donald Trump’s argument that the case accusing the former US president of illegally holding onto classified documents should ...

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Kyle Tucker, Astros not happy about Rangers hitting Yordan Alvarez: Kyle Tucker yelled something at Rangers pitcher Brock Burke during the game ...

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Peter Higgs obituary: the shy man who changed our understanding of the Universe: The renowned scientist came up with revolutionary ideas in the 1960s ...

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China says it is ready to work closely with North Korea to help relations reach higher level

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Cure for what ails the Texas Rangers’ offense? Houston’s Minute Maid Park, of course

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LIVE: Joe Biden visits Baltimore after bridge collapse: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)

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Quick Glance: Successful Recovery of Missing Construction Worker After Key Bridge Collapse

Authorities announced the successful recovery of a construction worker who had been missing following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Friday.

The worker identified as Maynor Yasir Suazo-Sandoval was 38 years old and recognized by the Unified Command.

Three workers are still missing and presumed deceased, including Miguel Luna, a father of five from Usulutan, California, in El Salvador, as reported by his family to ABC News.

Mayor Brandon Scott of Baltimore expressed that the retrieval of the third victim "moves us one step closer to closure," while emphasizing that he continues to stand with families awaiting news of their loved ones.

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Magnitude 5.8 earthquake strikes Myanmar, EMSC says: A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) ...

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Quick Glance: Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Rocks New York City and Northeast US

An unusual East Coast earthquake startled millions from New York to rural New England. Over 42 million people may have felt the midmorning quake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8.

While causing no widespread damage, the earthquake led to evacuations in Newark, New Jersey, and infrastructure inspections across the region. Flights were diverted, trains slowed, and tunnel traffic stopped.

Although no major damages were reported, the earthquake caused some disruptions. The area near the epicenter experienced minor effects, including the collapse of a historic site. There were also over a dozen aftershocks reported in the region.

President Joe Biden offered assistance, while New York City reported no major safety or infrastructure issues. Engineers emphasized that New York skyscrapers are made of high-strength materials and designed to sway slowly to withstand impacts. Even the delicately placed eggs in a sculpture at a Chinatown art gallery remained unharmed during the quake.

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Houston Astros' Ronel Blanco throws no-hitter against Blue Jays: This is no April Fools' Day joke. Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco, in just his eighth MLB start ...

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Quick Glance: Astros-Pitcher Ronel Blanco throws No-Hitter against Blue Jays

Houston Astros right-hander Ronel Blanco threw the first no-hitter of the MLB season, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays while allowing only two walks.

Blanco delivered an impressive performance in just his eighth MLB start, allowing only two walks until two outs in the ninth inning before sealing the game.

The 30-year-old Blanco heavily relied on his changeup, which played a crucial role in his success, and he was supported by solid defense and strong team assistance from the Astros.

This no-hitter marks the 17th in Astros history and the 323rd overall in MLB history, highlighting Blanco's achievement alongside other Astros pitchers who have also delivered no-hitters in recent years.

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Biden campaign raises over $90 million in March, $187 million in Q1 2024: U.S. President Joe Biden's re-election campaign announced Saturday it raised over $187 ...

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Quick Glance: Trump campaign expects $50 million haul at fundraiser

Former President Trump is expected to rake in approximately $50 million at a fundraising event in Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday night, under the leadership of hedge fund billionaire John Paulson. This amount would double what three Democratic presidents recently raised for President Biden’s reelection campaign war chest.

The expected sum would double the amount raised by Biden's campaign at a fundraiser in New York City last week.

The event will help support Trump's campaign, the Republican National Committee (RNC), his Save America PAC, and state GOP parties under their joint fundraising agreement.

Trump and the RNC announced that they raised more than $65.6 million last month and entered April with over $91.3 million in cash. The Biden campaign's fundraising arm was also active in March, revealing a $90 million haul for the month and starting the second quarter with $192 million in cash on hand.

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Houston Astros: Spencer Arrighetti roughed up by Royals in MLB debut: Spencer Arrighetti had an auspicious first two innings before a rough third derailed his ...

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Apr 11

Royals 13, Astros 3: Hunter Brown pummeled in 9-run first: The Astros' ravaged pitching staff received no respite as Kansas City completed a three-game sweep.

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Apr 08

Amid probe into Musk, Brazil's top court says 'every company is subject to the constitution'

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Astros' Chick-fil-A foul pole: How to get free sandwich after homer: Jose Altuve's first inning home run hit off the Chick-fil-A foul pole Sunday ...

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Quick Glance: Taiwan: Successful Earthquake Preparedness

Taiwan, situated in a seismically active area, faces frequent earthquakes, particularly along the scenic rural east coast.

Following past earthquakes, Taiwan revised building codes and strengthened disaster management laws to be better prepared for future events.

Response to earthquakes has improved, with enhanced coordination between government units and non-governmental organizations in disaster areas.

Taiwan has also bolstered the resilience of its communication networks to effectively respond to potential attacks or natural disasters.

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