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3 weeks ago in Sports
Alex Ovechkin is ready for his 21st season in Washington and his first after turning 40
When Alex Ovechkin was asked what he is most looking forward to on opening night this season, his answer was a subtle reminder that the 40-year-old version of the star forward is different than the player who entered the NHL two decades ago.
Dukes’ Molier named MAC Field Hockey Offensive Player of the Week
After another standout weekend, Madelief Molier of James Madison field hockey was named Mid-American Conference Offensive Player of the Week, as announced by the league on Tuesday afternoon.
3 weeks ago in National
Attorney General Bondi faces Senate questions over political pressure on Justice Department
Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing lawmakers at a congressional hearing Tuesday amid growing questions about political influence over a Justice Department that has already criminally charged one of President Donald Trump's longtime foes and is facing intense White House pressure to prosecute others.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ breaks record, sells 2.7 million copies in U.S. on first day
It's the life of a saleswoman. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," sold 2.7 million copies in traditional album sales — which include physical and digital formats — in its first day in the U.S. That's according to Luminate, an industry data and analytics company.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Mistake-prone Chiefs blame themselves for crushing loss at Jaguars
Patrick Mahomes had an interception returned 99 yards for a touchdown and the Chiefs were flagged 13 times for 109 yards in a 31-28 loss to the Jaguars. Four of those penalties came in the final 1:45. The mounting mistakes proved to be the difference in a back-and-forth game, the fifth one of the NFL's Week 5 decided in the final 30 seconds.
3 weeks ago in World
Nobel Prize in Physics goes to 3 scientists whose work advanced quantum technology
John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis won the Nobel Prize in Physics on Tuesday for research on the weird world of sub-atomic quantum tunneling that advances the power of everyday digital communications and computing.
Great Community Give date moving
Director of Programs and Marketing Lauren Jefferson said on Early Mornings that the date will be April 22, 2026.
Having Jayden Daniels back changes everything for the Washington Commanders
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jayden Daniels plopped his helmet on the sideline and turned to see general manager Adam Peters in a blazer.…
3 weeks ago in Sports
Yankees would accomplish a rare feat if they come back down 0-2 in best-of-5 series vs. Blue Jays
The Bellinger babies are among the few Yankees fans not stressed about New York's 0-2 deficit to Toronto in their AL Division Series. Caiden is 3 years old and sister Cy is 2.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks
Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third American president, wrote toward the end of his life about using a cold foot bath daily for 60 years. He also owned a book published in 1706 on the history of cold-water bathing.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Rush announce reunion tour five years after the death of drummer Neil Peart
Five years after their influential drummer and lyricist Neil Peart died of glioblastoma, the Canadian band Rush have announced a reunion tour.
3 weeks ago in World
Greta Thunberg is among flotilla activists deported from Israel. Others remain in prison
Israeli authorities said Monday they deported to Greece and Slovakia another 171 people detained for taking part in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, including prominent Swedish activist Greta Thunberg.
JMU’s matchup with ODU will kick off at 3:30 p.m. on October 18
James Madison's 2025 Homecoming matchup against Old Dominion on Saturday, Oct. 18 will be nationally televised, as the game will kick off at 3:30 p.m. from Bridgeforth Stadium on ESPNU, as announced by ESPN and the Sun Belt Conference.
3 weeks ago in World
The Nobel Prize in medicine goes to 3 scientists for work on the human immune system
Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Dr. Shimon Sakaguchi won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Bad Bunny kicks off ‘SNL’ 51st season with a group of new faces and jabs at his Super Bowl critics
Bad Bunny kicked off the 51st season of "Saturday Night Live" with a few timely jokes about his next high-profile gig: the Super Bowl.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Drake Maye leads Patriots to 23-20 win over Bills, leaving NFL without an unbeaten team
Receiver Stefon Diggs is quite comfortable putting on a show in Buffalo. The big difference on Sunday night was doing so for the Bills' division rival New England Patriots.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Julio Rodríguez lifts Mariners over Tigers 3-2, Seattle takes Game 2 of ALDS to even series
Julio Rodríguez came through in a big moment for the Seattle Mariners. Rodríguez hit a tiebreaking RBI double in the eighth inning and the Mariners beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in Game 2 of their AL Division Series on Sunday to even the series.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘The Walking Dead’ comes alive in auction for 15-year anniversary
The eerie zombies from "The Walking Dead" first stepped into viewers' living rooms on Halloween nearly 15 years ago, unknowingly ushering in a new era for the horror genre. Fans are getting a chance to own some of the franchise's most coveted items.
Commanders rally from 10-0 deficit with 27 straight points to beat Chargers 27-10
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Playing for the first time as a pro not far from his hometown, Jayden Daniels started…
JMU Women’s Soccer plays App State to a 1-1 draw
After trading goals in the first half, neither team was able to pull ahead in the second as JMU Women's Soccer engaged in a 1-1 draw with App State during Sun Belt play at the Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex on Sunday afternoon.
