WNBA Power Rankings: What’s on the line for each team in the final week?
The Lynx take over the top spot from the Liberty, who are closing in on the No. 1 seed in the WNBA playoffs. The Lynx take over the top spot from the Liberty, who are closing in on the No. 1 seed in the WNBA playoffs. The Lynx take over the top spot from the...
Inside Sphere: Will sports leagues try to replicate $20 million UFC 306?
Saturday night showed what's possible inside the $2.3 billion venue. But could Sphere be the future of sports? Saturday night showed what's possible inside the $2.3 billion venue. But could Sphere be the future of sports? Saturday night showed what's possible inside...
Power Rankings: Texas takes over the top spot
Our college football experts give insight on each team based off Week 3 performances. Our college football experts give insight on each team based off Week 3 performances. Our college football experts give insight on each team based off Week 3 performances. Sep 16,...
College football takeaways: Group of 5 teams show out, SEC dominates early CFP race
Our college football experts break down key storylines and takeaways from Week 3. Our college football experts break down key storylines and takeaways from Week 3. Our college football experts break down key storylines and takeaways from Week 3. UNLV QB Matthew...
Ramos the 1st righty to homer into McCovey Cove
Heliot Ramos, who hit a 394-foot, opposite-field drive into the water behind the right-field stands in the ninth, became the first right-handed batter to homer into McCovey Cove during the San Francisco Giants' 4-3 loss to the San Diego Padres on Sunday. Heliot...
Campbell: Costly clock gaffe, loss to Bucs ‘on me’
An emotional Dan Campbell made no excuses, instead blaming himself for the Lions' 20-16 upset loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. An emotional Dan Campbell made no excuses, instead blaming himself for the Lions' 20-16 upset loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers...
Clark drops career-high 35, adds to rookie records
With a career-high 35 points against Dallas on Sunday, Indiana star Caitlin Clark set the WNBA rookie season scoring record in her 39th game, topping the record previously held by Seimone Augustus in 2006, when the WNBA season was 34 games. With a career-high 35...
Aces’ Wilson first to score 1K points in season
Aces forward A'ja Wilson became the first player in WNBA history to hit the 1,000-point mark for a season Aces forward A'ja Wilson became the first player in WNBA history to hit the 1,000-point mark for a season Aces forward A'ja Wilson became the first player in...
Source: Lions WR St. Brown avoids serious injury
Lions star WR Amon-Ra St. Brown initially was determined to have only a contusion and cramping despite hobbling throughout Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, a source told ESPN. Lions star WR Amon-Ra St. Brown initially was determined to have only a contusion and...
Ref: Chase flagged for language that crossed line
Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct in the fourth quarter of Cincinnati's loss at Kansas City on Sunday following an interaction that officials said crossed the line. Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase was penalized for...
Steelers honor injured Wilson after win at Denver
Quarterback Russell Wilson didn't play a single snap in the Pittsburgh Steelers' 13-6 win against the Denver Broncos, but Mike Tomlin still gave him a game ball. Quarterback Russell Wilson didn't play a single snap in the Pittsburgh Steelers' 13-6 win against the...
Sources: Chiefs’ Pacheco expected to land on IR
Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of his fibula injury, but he is expected to land on injured reserve, sources told ESPN. Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of...
Everything we learned in NFL Week 2: Takeaways, big questions and who impressed most
NFL Nation reporters react to all of the action, including Marvin Harrison Jr.'s two-TD performance, and answer the biggest questions coming out of each game. NFL Nation reporters react to all of the action, including Marvin Harrison Jr.'s two-TD performance, and...
Technology
Copilot+ PCs expand availability with new AMD and Intel silicon
Copilot+ PCs expand availability with new AMD and Intel silicon Written by sbaynes Published September 3, 2024 Category Company News <!-- Tags: --> Technology The post Copilot+ PCs expand availability with new AMD and Intel silicon appeared first on Source. ...
3 proven ways to boost AI usage and make it stick
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Bay Area Hackathon project leads to unique co-innovation with a major construction industry customer
Bay Area Hackathon project leads to unique co-innovation with a major construction industry customer Written by stclarke Published September 6, 2024 Category Innovation <!-- Tags: --> Technology The post Bay Area Hackathon project leads to unique co-innovation...
Microsoft announces new partnership to help tackle intimate image abuse
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BTC Maximum AI Review 2024: Scam or Legit Trading Platform? – Must Read!
BTC Maximum AI is an advanced trading platform created for people with all levels of expertise in crypto trading and designed for a streamlined trading experience. The trading platform piqued the curiosity of people interested in crypto trading shortly after its...
Investigation: MTN Board finds no evidence of improper conduct against CEO, Ralph Mupita
The board of directors of African telecommunications giant, MTN Group has said it is closing an investigation into its CEO, Ralph Mupita after it found no evidence of improper conduct. Recall that we reported that MTN Group said it’s probing issues of alleged...
Uber increases rates for rides by 13% in Nigeria amid fuel scarcity and price hike
Leading ride-hailing company, Uber has effected a 13 per cent increase in its fare rates on the UberX platform. This was disclosed in a mail sent by the company to drivers operating on its platform. According to the company, the increase was to cushion against the...
CAC registration: PoS operators sue government as deadline ends yesterday
POS operators in Nigeria, under the umbrella of the Association of Mobile Money and Bank Agents in Nigeria (AMMBAN), have taken legal action against the government of Nigeria following the expiration of the deadline of Thursday, September 5, 2024, for them to register...
Paybox360: Revolutionizing business processes for African SMBs with a strong leadership team and global vision
Since its launch, Paybox360 has rapidly gained traction in the Nigerian market; helping numerous small and medium businesses, (SMBs) streamline their operations and achieve higher efficiency. With over 100 merchants onboarded in the first quarter of its fiscal year,...
Business
Okonjo-Iweala to seek second term as WTO chief
The World Trade Organisation Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has announced her intention to seek another four-year term as head of the trade organisation. She disclosed this in an interview with Reuters on Monday, stating that she hopes to complete “unfinished business” from her first mandate. Okonjo-Iweala, who served as Nigeria’s finance minister, took office in March
The World Trade Organisation Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has announced her intention to seek another four-year term as head of the trade organisation. She disclosed this in an interview with Reuters on Monday, stating that she hopes to complete “unfinished business” from her first mandate. Okonjo-Iweala, who served as Nigeria’s finance minister, took office in March
Read More The World Trade Organisation Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has announced her intention to seek another four-year term as head of the trade organisation. She disclosed this in an interview with Reuters on Monday, stating that she hopes to complete “unfinished business” from her first mandate. Okonjo-Iweala, who served as Nigeria’s finance minister, took office in March
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The World Trade Organisation Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has announced her intention to seek another four-year term as head of the trade organisation. She disclosed this in an interview with Reuters on Monday, stating that she hopes to complete “unfinished business” from her first mandate. Okonjo-Iweala, who served as Nigeria’s finance minister, took office in March
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FAAC allocation rose by 1.42% in Q2 2024 – NEITI
The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has stated that the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee disbursed N3.473tn to the three tiers of government in the second quarter of 2024. This reflects an increase of N46.77bn (1.42 per cent) compared to the first quarter of 2024. This was disclosed by the agency’s Assistant Director, Communications and Advocacy,
The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has stated that the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee disbursed N3.473tn to the three tiers of government in the second quarter of 2024. This reflects an increase of N46.77bn (1.42 per cent) compared to the first quarter of 2024. This was disclosed by the agency’s Assistant Director, Communications and Advocacy,
Read More The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has stated that the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee disbursed N3.473tn to the three tiers of government in the second quarter of 2024. This reflects an increase of N46.77bn (1.42 per cent) compared to the first quarter of 2024. This was disclosed by the agency’s Assistant Director, Communications and Advocacy,
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The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has stated that the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee disbursed N3.473tn to the three tiers of government in the second quarter of 2024. This reflects an increase of N46.77bn (1.42 per cent) compared to the first quarter of 2024. This was disclosed by the agency’s Assistant Director, Communications and Advocacy,
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BREAKING: Inflation drops to 33.2% in August 2024 – NBS
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate dropped to 33.2 per cent for the month of August 2024, according to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics. This represents a 1.25% percentage point decrease from the 33.4 per cent recorded in July 2024 and the second consecutive monthly slowdown in inflation after easing in the previous
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate dropped to 33.2 per cent for the month of August 2024, according to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics. This represents a 1.25% percentage point decrease from the 33.4 per cent recorded in July 2024 and the second consecutive monthly slowdown in inflation after easing in the previous
Read More Nigeria’s headline inflation rate dropped to 33.2 per cent for the month of August 2024, according to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics. This represents a 1.25% percentage point decrease from the 33.4 per cent recorded in July 2024 and the second consecutive monthly slowdown in inflation after easing in the previous
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Nigeria’s headline inflation rate dropped to 33.2 per cent for the month of August 2024, according to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics. This represents a 1.25% percentage point decrease from the 33.4 per cent recorded in July 2024 and the second consecutive monthly slowdown in inflation after easing in the previous
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Telcos begin disconnection of phone lines not linked to NIN
Telecommunications operators are expected to start disconnecting mobile telephone lines that are not linked to National Identification Numbers, following the expiration of the September 14 deadline set by the Nigerian Communications Commission. The NCC said in a statement in August that it expected that no SIM card would remain active without a verified NIN from
Telecommunications operators are expected to start disconnecting mobile telephone lines that are not linked to National Identification Numbers, following the expiration of the September 14 deadline set by the Nigerian Communications Commission. The NCC said in a statement in August that it expected that no SIM card would remain active without a verified NIN from
Read More Telecommunications operators are expected to start disconnecting mobile telephone lines that are not linked to National Identification Numbers, following the expiration of the September 14 deadline set by the Nigerian Communications Commission. The NCC said in a statement in August that it expected that no SIM card would remain active without a verified NIN from
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Telecommunications operators are expected to start disconnecting mobile telephone lines that are not linked to National Identification Numbers, following the expiration of the September 14 deadline set by the Nigerian Communications Commission. The NCC said in a statement in August that it expected that no SIM card would remain active without a verified NIN from
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Global Stock markets surge amid US, China inflation trends
Global stock markets experienced a decline this week, driven by inflation data from the U.S. and China, which have ignited expectations for a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, according to Afrinvest. In the U.S., inflation data for August revealed a month-on-month increase of 0.2 per cent and a year-on-year rise of 2.5
Global stock markets experienced a decline this week, driven by inflation data from the U.S. and China, which have ignited expectations for a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, according to Afrinvest. In the U.S., inflation data for August revealed a month-on-month increase of 0.2 per cent and a year-on-year rise of 2.5
Read More Global stock markets experienced a decline this week, driven by inflation data from the U.S. and China, which have ignited expectations for a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, according to Afrinvest. In the U.S., inflation data for August revealed a month-on-month increase of 0.2 per cent and a year-on-year rise of 2.5
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Global stock markets experienced a decline this week, driven by inflation data from the U.S. and China, which have ignited expectations for a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, according to Afrinvest. In the U.S., inflation data for August revealed a month-on-month increase of 0.2 per cent and a year-on-year rise of 2.5
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Re-Invent X to boost AI training
U.S.-based non-profit organisation, Brave Achievers, will be organising the first edition of Re-Invent X, Africa’s artificial intelligence training summit, in Lagos in November. A release from the organisers on Sunday noted that the three-day summit aimed to close the tech skills gap by focusing on generative AI, machine learning, and AI-driven business models, empowering Nigerians
U.S.-based non-profit organisation, Brave Achievers, will be organising the first edition of Re-Invent X, Africa’s artificial intelligence training summit, in Lagos in November. A release from the organisers on Sunday noted that the three-day summit aimed to close the tech skills gap by focusing on generative AI, machine learning, and AI-driven business models, empowering Nigerians
Read More U.S.-based non-profit organisation, Brave Achievers, will be organising the first edition of Re-Invent X, Africa’s artificial intelligence training summit, in Lagos in November. A release from the organisers on Sunday noted that the three-day summit aimed to close the tech skills gap by focusing on generative AI, machine learning, and AI-driven business models, empowering Nigerians
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U.S.-based non-profit organisation, Brave Achievers, will be organising the first edition of Re-Invent X, Africa’s artificial intelligence training summit, in Lagos in November. A release from the organisers on Sunday noted that the three-day summit aimed to close the tech skills gap by focusing on generative AI, machine learning, and AI-driven business models, empowering Nigerians
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Eco-friendly housing key to achieving SDG 11 — Dangiwa
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has emphasised the importance of sustainable housing in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 11, which advocates for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities. Speaking at the 2024 Archibuilt Exposition organised by the Nigerian Institute of Architects in Abuja recently, Dangiwa urged professionals in the built environment
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has emphasised the importance of sustainable housing in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 11, which advocates for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities. Speaking at the 2024 Archibuilt Exposition organised by the Nigerian Institute of Architects in Abuja recently, Dangiwa urged professionals in the built environment
Read More The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has emphasised the importance of sustainable housing in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 11, which advocates for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities. Speaking at the 2024 Archibuilt Exposition organised by the Nigerian Institute of Architects in Abuja recently, Dangiwa urged professionals in the built environment
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The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has emphasised the importance of sustainable housing in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 11, which advocates for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities. Speaking at the 2024 Archibuilt Exposition organised by the Nigerian Institute of Architects in Abuja recently, Dangiwa urged professionals in the built environment
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SBOAwards unveils jury for 2024 edition
The Sabistation Business Owners Awards has disclosed its jury for the 2024 edition, featuring industry leaders and professionals tasked with identifying impactful entrepreneurs and businesses. The SBOAwards jury is led by Kelechi Decca, an economist and editor-in-chief of African Economy Magazine and Economy Nigeria, according to a statement. Along with Decca, the members of the
The Sabistation Business Owners Awards has disclosed its jury for the 2024 edition, featuring industry leaders and professionals tasked with identifying impactful entrepreneurs and businesses. The SBOAwards jury is led by Kelechi Decca, an economist and editor-in-chief of African Economy Magazine and Economy Nigeria, according to a statement. Along with Decca, the members of the
Read More The Sabistation Business Owners Awards has disclosed its jury for the 2024 edition, featuring industry leaders and professionals tasked with identifying impactful entrepreneurs and businesses. The SBOAwards jury is led by Kelechi Decca, an economist and editor-in-chief of African Economy Magazine and Economy Nigeria, according to a statement. Along with Decca, the members of the
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The Sabistation Business Owners Awards has disclosed its jury for the 2024 edition, featuring industry leaders and professionals tasked with identifying impactful entrepreneurs and businesses. The SBOAwards jury is led by Kelechi Decca, an economist and editor-in-chief of African Economy Magazine and Economy Nigeria, according to a statement. Along with Decca, the members of the
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Regency Alliance grows profit to N1.93bn
Regency Alliance Insurance Plc has reported a 225 per cent increase in profit after tax to N1.93bn for the year ended December 31, 2023. According to the company’s financial statement filed with the Nigeria Exchange Limited, post-profit surged from N594.6m recorded in the previous year. The growth in profit after tax was attributed to insurance
Regency Alliance Insurance Plc has reported a 225 per cent increase in profit after tax to N1.93bn for the year ended December 31, 2023. According to the company’s financial statement filed with the Nigeria Exchange Limited, post-profit surged from N594.6m recorded in the previous year. The growth in profit after tax was attributed to insurance
Read More Regency Alliance Insurance Plc has reported a 225 per cent increase in profit after tax to N1.93bn for the year ended December 31, 2023. According to the company’s financial statement filed with the Nigeria Exchange Limited, post-profit surged from N594.6m recorded in the previous year. The growth in profit after tax was attributed to insurance
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Regency Alliance Insurance Plc has reported a 225 per cent increase in profit after tax to N1.93bn for the year ended December 31, 2023. According to the company’s financial statement filed with the Nigeria Exchange Limited, post-profit surged from N594.6m recorded in the previous year. The growth in profit after tax was attributed to insurance
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Entertainment
Braxton Sisters Stand Ten Toes Behind Their Late Sister Traci’s Last Wishes
On the latest episode of The Braxtons, Trina and Towanda discuss events since their sister Traci’s death in 2022. While the sisters always plan to defend Traci and her wishes, they are clearing the air of misconceptions about their relationships. Source: Joi Stokes /...
Drama, Detours, And I Do’s: Jennifer Williams’ Fiancé Sentenced To Jail, But The Wedding Goes On!
Love isn’t always a smooth ride, and for Jennifer Williams of Basketball Wives, it’s been anything but typical as she and her fiancé, Christian Gold, navigate an unexpected detour on their way to the altar. Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Unfortunately, Christian was...
Rihanna Pops Out At NYFW To Present Award To Fenty Beauty’s Creative Director, Rocks $20,000 Coat
Source: John Nacion / Getty Rihanna always knows how to make an entrance, and when she popped up at Daily Front Row’s NYFW Fashion Media Awards, all eyes were on her. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Daily Front Row (@dailyfrontrow) While on hand to...
Chrisean Rock Released From Jail Days After Her Son’s First Birthday, New Blueface Mugshot Revealed
Chrisean Rock is officially reunited with her son, Chrisean Jr. Rock after spending nearly three months behind bars. Though her case is still pending, the reality TV star is thrilled to be holding her baby boy again. Source: Arnold Turner / Getty In June 2024, Rock...
Kids With Guns: MD School Shooting Kills 15-Year-Old Days After Georgia HS, Cops Previously Spoke To Suspect 10 Times
Source: Megan Varner / Getty Harford County Teen Had 10 Police Contacts Before Killing Classmate, Echoing Apalachee High Incident It has happened again: Another #schoolshooting. This time, the tragedy took place at Joppatowne High School in Maryland, leaving a...
Bompton Blessings: Kendrick Lamar Headlining 2025 Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show
After a standout year that included an OV-h*e obliteration, Kendrick Lamar is taking his Compton talents to Super Bowl LIX. Source: pgLang Roc Nation, NFL, and Apple Music announced Sunday, that Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Apple Music Super Bowl LIX halftime...
Brian McKnight Continues To Prove His Biological Children Never Cross His Mind With New ‘Fatherhood’ Series
Source: Joseph Okpako / Getty Brian McKnight is determined to prove that he doesn’t have his biological children’s pictures in frames nor hear their footsteps down the hall with his latest “Fatherhood” series. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brian...
Dame Dash Shows Off Missing Teeth, Denies Diamond ‘Dentures’ After His Grills Fall Out During Instagram Live
Dame Dash is owning his flaws after he accidentally revealed that he is missing several front teeth. Dash’s teeth became a focal point after his grills fell out while he was on Instagram Live. However, the businessman is not dismayed as he later discusses the mishap...
Give The Queen Her Things: Angela Bassett Wins First Emmy After Nine Nominations
Angela Bassett received her first Emmy Award on Sept. 7 after a storied career and nine nominations. Source: Variety / Getty The queen of all things received her trophy at the annual Creative Arts Emmys ceremony for her work narrating the National Geographic...
Sport
WNBA Power Rankings: What’s on the line for each team in the final week?
The Lynx take over the top spot from the Liberty, who are closing in on the No. 1 seed in the WNBA playoffs. The Lynx take over the top spot from the Liberty, who are closing in on the No. 1 seed in the WNBA playoffs. The Lynx take over the top spot from the...
Inside Sphere: Will sports leagues try to replicate $20 million UFC 306?
Saturday night showed what's possible inside the $2.3 billion venue. But could Sphere be the future of sports? Saturday night showed what's possible inside the $2.3 billion venue. But could Sphere be the future of sports? Saturday night showed what's possible inside...
Power Rankings: Texas takes over the top spot
Our college football experts give insight on each team based off Week 3 performances. Our college football experts give insight on each team based off Week 3 performances. Our college football experts give insight on each team based off Week 3 performances. Sep 16,...
College football takeaways: Group of 5 teams show out, SEC dominates early CFP race
Our college football experts break down key storylines and takeaways from Week 3. Our college football experts break down key storylines and takeaways from Week 3. Our college football experts break down key storylines and takeaways from Week 3. UNLV QB Matthew...
Ramos the 1st righty to homer into McCovey Cove
Heliot Ramos, who hit a 394-foot, opposite-field drive into the water behind the right-field stands in the ninth, became the first right-handed batter to homer into McCovey Cove during the San Francisco Giants' 4-3 loss to the San Diego Padres on Sunday. Heliot...
Campbell: Costly clock gaffe, loss to Bucs ‘on me’
An emotional Dan Campbell made no excuses, instead blaming himself for the Lions' 20-16 upset loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. An emotional Dan Campbell made no excuses, instead blaming himself for the Lions' 20-16 upset loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers...
Clark drops career-high 35, adds to rookie records
With a career-high 35 points against Dallas on Sunday, Indiana star Caitlin Clark set the WNBA rookie season scoring record in her 39th game, topping the record previously held by Seimone Augustus in 2006, when the WNBA season was 34 games. With a career-high 35...
Aces’ Wilson first to score 1K points in season
Aces forward A'ja Wilson became the first player in WNBA history to hit the 1,000-point mark for a season Aces forward A'ja Wilson became the first player in WNBA history to hit the 1,000-point mark for a season Aces forward A'ja Wilson became the first player in...
Source: Lions WR St. Brown avoids serious injury
Lions star WR Amon-Ra St. Brown initially was determined to have only a contusion and cramping despite hobbling throughout Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, a source told ESPN. Lions star WR Amon-Ra St. Brown initially was determined to have only a contusion and...