Chelsea Dominates LAFC in Club World Cup Opener

R. Kelly rose to fame as a singer, topping the Billboard 200 charts and achieving platinum album sales. However, his career was marred by accusations of sexual abuse that began in 2000. Journalist Jim DeRogatis brought these allegations to light, leading to investigations by BuzzFeed News, BBC, The Washington Post, and a Lifetime documentary series, "Surviving R. Kelly." These reports culminated in criminal charges against Kelly in 2019 for aggravated criminal sexual abuse. Kelly's ex-wife Andrea Kelly also accused him of physical, verbal, and mental abuse.

Trea Turner hit a leadoff home run and added two singles, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-2 win over the Miami Marlins. The victory extended the Phillies' winning streak to five games.

Mauricio Dubón delivered a walk-off single in the 10th inning, securing a 2-1 victory for the Houston Astros over the Minnesota Twins. Victor Caratini tied the game with a sacrifice fly in the ninth inning. The win completed a three-game series sweep for the Astros.

Trump reportedly vetoed a plan by Israel to assassinate Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The conversation is said to have happened after Israel launched its attack on Iran. Three US officials told CBS News that Trump rejected the assassination plan, calling it "not a good idea". Trump indicated there was progress with Iran on its nuclear program and hinted that an announcement could come in the “next two days”. He said “We’ve had some very, very good talks with Iran”. The US and Iran are discussing how to curb Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for lifting some economic sanctions. Arab states worry about Iranian influence through proxies as much as they do about its nuclear program. Iran has repeatedly ruled out complete dismantlement of its nuclear program. More than two-thirds of respondents prefer a negotiated agreement limiting Iran's nuclear program, while only 14% prefer military action.

Rebecca Gayheart was born on August 12, 1971, in Hazard, Kentucky. She is the third of four children. Her mother worked as a Mary Kay consultant and her father was a miner and coal-truck driver. Gayheart's first film role was in Brett Ratner's short film "Whatever Happened to Mason Reese?" She later starred in a Broadway production of Steel Magnolias from March to July 2005. Gayheart met Brett Ratner when she moved to New York City in 1986 at age 15.

Jenna Bush Hager decided to get a haircut live on her show "Jenna & Friends," inspired by Leslie Bibb's White Lotus bob. Celebrity hairstylist Chris McMillan performed the cut while Bibb provided emotional support. Despite initial hesitation from the audience, Bibb encouraged Hager throughout the process.

Gage Wood is a pitcher who recently made several notable appearances for his team in various games against ranked opponents. He secured his second save of the year against No. 14 Mississippi State, pitching a scoreless inning with one strikeout. In his first career SEC start and road start, he struck out five batters over five innings against No. 15 TCU, allowing three runs (two earned). He also showcased his talent by striking out the side in an inning against No. 6 South Carolina, contributing to a season-long 3.1 scoreless innings with four strikeouts. Wood is considered a top prospect in Arkansas, ranking as the No. 4 overall prospect by Perfect Game and being recognized by Prep Baseball Report.

Israel claims to have crippled Iran's air defenses, allowing them to strike targets across the country. This follows a series of tit-for-tat missile and drone attacks between Israel and Iran in October, where Tehran's air defenses reportedly suffered significant damage. Despite Israel's claims, Iran has recently launched waves of missiles against Israel, seemingly aiming to overwhelm Israeli defenses. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts that Israel's strikes have set Iran's nuclear program back considerably. In response to the escalating conflict, Israel attacked Iranian state television and issued evacuation warnings for hundreds of thousands in Tehran. Meanwhile, talks between the US and Iran regarding Iran's nuclear program, scheduled for Sunday, were canceled due to the ongoing fighting. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran would cease its strikes if Israel reciprocated.

Brayan Bello pitched five innings, allowing one run in his season debut after recovering from a shoulder strain. Triston Casas hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning to lead the Boston Red Sox to an 8-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners. This is Boston's sixth win in their last seven games.

LSU's baseball game against UCLA in the College World Series has been delayed due to severe weather. Luis Hernandez hit an RBI single, extending LSU's lead. The game is being broadcast on ESPN.

Lindell operates two websites: LindellTV for video streaming and Vocl, a social network. He has donated to charities like the Salvation Army and Union Gospel Mission. In 2020, he contributed to Kyle Rittenhouse's bail and held a tour ending in Washington D.C. Due to safety concerns, Lindell stopped attending events in person and moved from Minnesota. Smartmatic filed a motion against him for failing to pay $56,369 owed. Lindell claims he is financially struggling and can't borrow money anymore. He asserts his only assets are two houses being liquidated and a truck.

Boca Juniors defeated Benfica in a dramatic penalty shootout after a tense 2-2 draw. The Portuguese side took an early lead, but Boca Juniors equalized before halftime. Benfica regained the advantage in the second half, but Boca Juniors scored again to force extra time. Both teams failed to score in extra time, setting up the nail-biting penalty shootout that Boca Juniors ultimately won.

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The Los Angeles Angels are playing at home against the New York Yankees. Angel Stadium is cashless, so bring a card or mobile payment method. Tickets can no longer be accessed via screenshots; physical or digital tickets will be needed for entry. Game details (dates, times, opponents) are subject to change without notice.

Williams played basketball at Perry High School in Gilbert, Arizona. He made his debut for Santa Clara on November 5, 2019, recording 13 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals against UC Santa Cruz. Against Mississippi Valley State, Williams had season bests with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and career highs in field goals, three-pointers, and assists. At the end of the season, he was named to the All-NBA Third Team, marking his first career All-NBA selection. Williams posted a playoff career high in points, helping lead the Thunder to a 3-2 series lead. The star forward and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander combined for 71 points, with the duo scoring or assisting on 103 of the team's 120 points. Williams has logged at least 26 points and six rebounds in three straight games. He is averaging 25.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists across 35.4 minutes per game in the Finals.

Chelsea defeated LAFC 2-0 in their Club World Cup Group D opener. Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández scored goals for Chelsea. This match took place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. LAFC's debut player, Delap, played in the game.

The Trump Organization is launching a mobile phone service called Trump Mobile. It offers a $47.45-per-month plan with unlimited talk, text, and data, plus roadside assistance and telehealth benefits. They are also selling a "T1" smartphone for $499, featuring a gold-colored case etched with an American flag and displaying the slogan "Make America Great Again." The phone is available for pre-order and launches in September.

Shohei Ohtani pitched and hit in the same game for the first time since August 2023. He pitched one inning, giving up a run, then struck out in his first at-bat as the designated hitter. Single game tickets for all 2025 Red Sox games at Fenway Park are on sale now!