• Wed, January 15, 2025

by: WPTZ

GOP-led House votes to ban transgender athletes from women's sports

The House passes a GOP bill to ban transgender athletes from women's sports in federally funded schools, facing an uncertain future in the Senate.

by: Richmond

Bonnies streak, Spiders streak, Bonnies punch back for 63-49 win

Wednesday night at St. Bonaventure, the Bonnies outscored UR 15-2 to close the first half with a 12-point advantage, and the Spiders began the second half by outscoring SBU 15-1 to take the lead with 13 minutes left. SBU responded with a 12-2 run and went on to a 63-49 win.

by: Reuters

Townsend picks uncapped Burke, Mann for Scotland's Six Nations clash with Italy

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend named uncapped New Zealand-born flyhalf Fergus Burke and number eight Jack Mann in his squad for the Six Nations Championship, but experienced trio Kyle Steyn, Adam Hastings and Cameron Redpath are sidelined with injury.

by: Sportskeeda

NBA commissioner Adam Silver's brutally honest view on NFL taking NBA's Christmas day spotlight

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver shared his thoughts on the NFL competing with the NBA on Christmas Day, a date reserved for basketball until Roger Goodell (NFL Commissioner) decided to schedule games for

by: Fijivillage

Dolokoto excited to lead Drua 7s in his first local 7s competition

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua 7s captain Mesulame Dolokoto is excited and looking forward to the challenge that lies ahead of him as he leads the side a

by: Castanet

Decision final: SFU football program will not be returning in any capacity

Players from the program filed an injunction against the school to have the program returned, but B.C. Supreme Court Justice Michael Stephens ruled against the injunction, saying he had "significant" doubt" about the strength of the merits of the plaintiff's claims.

by: MSN

NASCAR Cup Champion comes out of retirement to represent USA at 2025 Race of Champions

Kurt Busch, the 2004 NASCAR Cup champion, is set to make his return to competition at the 2025 Race of Champions (RoC), after announcing his retirement in August 2023.

by: MSN

How to watch Nines Premier League: Host of former NRL stars to compete in annual rugby league 9s tournament

The Nines Premier League will return for the third year with a host of former NRL stars and existing up-and-comers set to take to the field on the Gold Coast. The two-day event across the Australia Day weekend will see 16 teams compete for the title.

by: MSN

U.S. House passes bill on hot-button transgender topic: Here's what to know

The U.S. House passed a bill on Tuesday that would ban transgender athletes from participating in women's and girls' sports, the first step in what is expected to be a long and controversial process.

by: MSN

Australian Open: Iga Swiatek continues streak, Emma Raducanu beats Anisimova

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by: MSN

Notre Dame football set to host top-50 recruit for return visit, and continues to battle against elite competition

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by: MSN

'Men Don't Want Competition From Women For Coveted Tee Times' - 7 Things We'd Like To See Change In The Women's Game

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by: MSN

Now that the U.S. House has passed bill on transgender athletes in women's sports, here's what to know

The U.S. House passed a bill Tuesday that would ban transgender athletes from participating in women's and girls' sports, the first step in what is expected to be a long and controversial process. Locally,
  • Thu, January 16, 2025

by: WTVF

Female athletes hold demonstration outside NCAA conference over transgender sports policies

Female athletes hold demonstration outside NCAA conference over transgender sports policies. Outside of that, some athletes are holding demonstrations hoping it will bring change.

by: rsbnetwork

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by: ESPN

Should the NFL change its playoff format? Pros and cons of six options

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by: Richmond

Virginia High School League: Current transgender policy fits needs of member schools

Amid new legislation in the Virginia General Assembly prohibiting sport participation based on gender identity, the Virginia High School League (VHSL) is staying with it's adopted policy.

by: Bunkered

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by: NewsChannel20

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by: Forbes

The Green Action League Shows The Power Of Collective Fan Action

The Green Action League launched by Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, Planet League and Ball Corp successfully gamified collective climate action among sports fans.

by: Outlookindia

Everton Vs Tottenham Preview, Premier League: Prediction, Players To Watch

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by: MLive

Michigan to host 2025 World Ice Fishing Championship

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by: Crime

Ulster Rugby v Exeter Chiefs LIVE: Team news and play-by-play updates from the Champions Cup

All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from the Kingspan Stadium

by: Reuters

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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"Not trying to be your friend": Lamar Jackson had some honest words for his rival Josh Allen just days before their kickoff at Highmark Stadium

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WPL 2025: RCB announce Charlie Dean as Sophie Molineux replacement for season 3

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UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship winner sets bar high at Rondebosch Boys

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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Maverick Carter Advising Investors To Rival NBA By Forming An International Basketball League: Seeking $5 Billion

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GOP-led House votes to ban transgender athletes from women's sports

The House passes a GOP bill to ban transgender athletes from women's sports in federally funded schools, facing an uncertain future in the Senate.
The article from MyNBC5 discusses a bill passed by House Republicans, known as the "Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act," which aims to ban transgender athletes from participating in sports that align with their gender identity at schools and colleges receiving federal funding. This legislation defines sex based on an individual's reproductive biology and genetics at birth, effectively barring transgender girls and women from competing in female sports categories. The bill has sparked significant controversy, with supporters arguing it ensures fairness in women's sports, while opponents, including Democrats and advocacy groups, criticize it for promoting discrimination and ignoring the complexities of gender identity. The bill's future is uncertain as it faces opposition in the Senate and potential veto from President Biden.

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