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While Zelenskyy was optimistic about moving toward peace following a meeting Friday with Vice President JD Vance, Ukrainians in Chicago are skeptical and anxious.    ‘(Putin) is well-known international war criminal … how do you negotiate with the person like that?’ Friday, February 14, 2025 8:09PM Chicago Ukrainians are skeptical Russia and Ukraine are moving toward peace after a Zelenskyy-JD Vance meeting and Trump’s comments on the war. CHICAGO (WLS) — It’s been three years since Russia invaded Ukraine, starting a war that forced thousands of Ukrainians to flee to Chicago. Ukrainian Village welcomed many refugees, including Natalya Zavizistup. She and…

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The Broncos on Friday hired former Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi to be the new special teams coordinator/assistant head coach. ​The Broncos on Friday hired former Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi to be the new special teams coordinator/assistant head coach.    ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — In a deal that was waiting on the Super Bowl and some of the contract machinations that come with a job change, the Denver Broncos on Friday announced the hiring of Darren Rizzi as special teams coordinator/assistant head coach. Rizzi has been the New Orleans Saints’ special teams coordinator for the past six seasons after a 10-year…

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ONE Premier League icon has recalled a mammoth Roy Keane dressing room rant that last “two and a half hours”. Keane has become synonymous with his passionate rants and strong opinions, and Spurs hero Darren Bent has recalled witnessing one of those rants first hand. Getty Roy Keane has become well known for his rants[/caption] Youtube/Talksport Darren Bent has recalled a furious Keane rant during his time at Aston Villa[/caption] Bent, who played under Keane during the Irishman’s time as assistant manager at Aston Villa, harked back to the aftermath of a 2-0 defeat to QPR back in 2014 as…

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Sinner will not miss any Grand Slam tournaments or be fined any money as a part of the settlement ​Sinner will not miss any Grand Slam tournaments or be fined any money as a part of the settlement    Getty Images Jannik Sinner’s drug case is now in the rear view. On Saturday, the three-time Grand Slam champion and No. 1 player in the world received his punishment from the pair of positive doping violations from last year and will serve a three-month suspension, spanning from Feb. 9 to May 4. The next Grand Slam tournament will be the French Open,…

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The Steelers released outside linebacker Preston Smith on Friday, a move that saves them more than $13 million in 2025 cap space. ​The Steelers released outside linebacker Preston Smith on Friday, a move that saves them more than $13 million in 2025 cap space.    PITTSBURGH — The Steelers released outside linebacker Preston Smith on Friday, a move that saves them more than $13 million in 2025 cap space. The Steelers acquired Smith, 33, for edge rushing depth at the trade deadline in November. They sent a 2025 seventh-round pick to the Green Bay Packers in return. Smith, though, was inactive…

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TWO sisters are missing from their home in Birmingham. Their disappearance prompted West Midlands Police to launch an appeal as fears grow for their welfare. The force has issued pictures of Kaylee, 15, and 17-year-old Sofie, who are from Erdington. The pair were last seen on February 14. In a statement, police said today: “Have you seen Kaylee and Sofie? “The two sisters, aged 15 and 17, went missing from their home in Erdington, Birmingham, yesterday (Friday), and we are concerned for their welfare. “Kaylee, 15, is 5ft 10 ins, has black shoulder-length hair with red roots, and was last seen wearing a blue Hoodrich…

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Philadelphia was awash in green on Valentine’s Day to celebrate its Super Bowl champion Eagles. ​Philadelphia was awash in green on Valentine’s Day to celebrate its Super Bowl champion Eagles.    playA.J. Brown has an epic sign-off to his Eagles’ parade speech (0:46)Eagles WR A.J. Brown gets the Philadelphia crowd riled up at the end of his parade speech. (0:46) Feb 14, 2025, 03:42 PM ET Philadelphia was awash in green on Valentine’s Day to celebrate its Super Bowl champion Eagles. Swooning fans screamed and cheered Friday as Super Bowl MVP quarterback Jalen Hurts and Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie took turns…

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THE Invictus Games took place in Canada this week and front and centre of the event were Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s PDAs, according to royal experts. Royal reporter Bronte Coy said the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s “kissing and hugging” was “pretty intense”, and her Instagram content was telling of Meghan’s future goals. Getty The Duke and Duchess of Sussex enjoyed a kiss during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Invictus Games[/caption] Getty Meghan was also seen resting her head on Harry’s shoulder[/caption] Getty The couple didn’t hold back with their affection at the games[/caption] The joint appearance at…

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Who is going to win the Daytona 500 2025? SportsLine simulated the 2025 Daytona 500 10,000 times and revealed its NASCAR picks and Daytona 500 projected leaderboard after Chase Briscoe won the pole ​Who is going to win the Daytona 500 2025? SportsLine simulated the 2025 Daytona 500 10,000 times and revealed its NASCAR picks and Daytona 500 projected leaderboard after Chase Briscoe won the pole    USATSI The Daytona 500 is the pillar of the NASCAR Cup Series schedule and the 2025 season will officially begin with “The Great American Race” on Sunday. William Byron won his first Daytona 500…

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The Dolphins have released running back Raheem Mostert, cornerback Kendall Fuller and tight end Durham Smythe. ​The Dolphins have released running back Raheem Mostert, cornerback Kendall Fuller and tight end Durham Smythe.    The Miami Dolphins have released running back Raheem Mostert after three seasons with the team. The Dolphins announced Mostert’s release Friday along with cornerback Kendall Fuller and tight end Durham Smythe. Mostert signed with the Dolphins in 2022 and made the Pro Bowl after rushing for a career-high 1,012 yards and 18 touchdowns in 2023. The undrafted running back led the NFL with 21 total touchdowns during his…

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AN ENGLISH village often overlooked by it’s nearby nosy neighbour now has one of the best beaches in the country. Located on the Suffolk Coast, Walberswick Beach was named one of the UK’s best beaches by Conde Nast Traveller. Alamy Walberswick is a tiny English village in Suffolk[/caption] Alamy Its beach has been named one of the best in the country by Conde Nast Traveller[/caption] The self-proclaimed crabbing hotspot was ranked the fourth best beach in the country by the travel experts. They wrote: “On the south side of the River Blyth’s mouth, Walberswick’s long, grassy dune-backed beach is much…

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SportsLine’s Steven Taranto, who nailed William Byron’s Daytona 500 win at 16-1 last year, reveals his picks for the Daytona 500 2025 from Daytona International Speedway ​SportsLine’s Steven Taranto, who nailed William Byron’s Daytona 500 win at 16-1 last year, reveals his picks for the Daytona 500 2025 from Daytona International Speedway    USATSI The 67th running of the Daytona 500 will kick off the 2025 NASCAR season on Sunday and seven former winners are entered, including 17-1 longshot William Byron, last year’s champ. The 27-year-old Byron has 13 NASCAR Cup Series victories and 104 top-10 finishes since competing in his…

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Former Carolina quarterback Cam Newton doubled down on recent comments that the Panthers had “a locker room of losers” before drafting him with the first overall pick in 2011, saying his remarks were “aggressive” but “true.” ​Former Carolina quarterback Cam Newton doubled down on recent comments that the Panthers had “a locker room of losers” before drafting him with the first overall pick in 2011, saying his remarks were “aggressive” but “true.”    playCam Newton: Panthers were ‘losers’ before he was drafted (0:48)Cam Newton breaks down what the Panthers locker room was like coming in as the No. 1 pick. (0:48)…

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A MAN has been charged with threats to kill, kidnapping, hijacking and assault on police after cops lifted him. The charges came after a hijacking in Craigavon, Armagh in Northern Ireland. A Volkswagen Polo was targeted near the area’s hospital on January 25. The charges will be reviewed by the PPS and the man is due to appear at Craigavon Magistrate’s Court this morning. A spokesperson for the PSNI said: “A 45 year old man has been charged with a number of offences including hijacking, threats to kill, kidnapping and assault on police. “He is due to appear at Craigavon…

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Our reporters asked NFL decision-makers to pick the top prospect and best QB in the draft class. ​Our reporters asked NFL decision-makers to pick the top prospect and best QB in the draft class.    playWhy Mel Kiper Jr. still has Cam Ward at No. 1 in his NFL mock draft (2:34)Mel Kiper Jr. explains why he has Cam Ward ranked above Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders in his latest NFL mock draft. (2:34) The 2025 NFL draft is just over two months away. It kicks off on April 24 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and the Tennessee Titans will be on…

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SportsLine’s model has simulated the 2025 Daytona 500 10,000 times and released its coveted best bets ​SportsLine’s model has simulated the 2025 Daytona 500 10,000 times and released its coveted best bets    USATSI Denny Hamlin is the only three-time winner in the 2025 Daytona 500 field, making him one of six drivers to ever win at least three Daytona 500s. He will try to become the third driver to win the Great American Race on four occasions when he competes in this year’s race at Daytona International Speedway on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. ET. Brad Keselowski is the 10-1 favorite…

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SportsLine’s Mike McClure, a DFS pro with over $2 million in winnings, gives his top daily Fantasy NASCAR picks for the 2025 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway ​SportsLine’s Mike McClure, a DFS pro with over $2 million in winnings, gives his top daily Fantasy NASCAR picks for the 2025 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway    USATSI Christopher Bell finished fifth in the NASCAR Cup Series standings last season, but only one driver led more laps. Creating winning NASCAR DFS lineups is largely about finishing position, but you also score points based on stats like laps led, and only Kyle…

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Middleweights headline the UFC Apex this weekend after UFC 312 ​Middleweights headline the UFC Apex this weekend after UFC 312    Getty Images Jared Cannonier and Gregory Rodrigues are trending in different directions. Cannonier defends his place in the UFC’s official middleweight rankings against the unranked Brazilian slugger. Cannonier (17-8) has his back against the wall. “The Killa Gorilla” entered the middleweight division in 2018 and rattled off three straight knockouts. He’s only mustered one stoppage in the subsequent eight fights. More concerning are his recent performances. Cannonier is on the verge of his first career losing streak after consecutive losses…

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