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With a new-look roster and no A’ja Wilson the US FIBA World Cup title defense gets tougher

The U.S. has dominated the women's FIBA World Cup for nearly two decades, winning the last four titles. A young American roster led by the trio of Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese now complement U.S. stalwart Breanna Stewart as the team looks to win its fifth straight championship.

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First Trump, now Everton: Balogun at center of another fiasco as deadline-day transfer fails

U.S. striker Folarin Balogun pulled out of a deal to join Everton in the final minutes of European soccer's summer transfer window because he felt uncomfortable that the English club raised doubts about his health in a medical check, Monaco's sporting director has revealed.

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Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.

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Farley Road closing at railroad next week for upgrades

WENDELL, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Farley Road in Wendell will be closed starting this Sunday at the railroad crossing…

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Amherst fire responds to two fires started by smoking materials

AMHERST, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Observant bystanders called in two fires caused by improper disposal of smoking materials this…

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Wondolowski edges Coryat in tight race

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — In a very close vote, the 1st Franklin District seat Democratic nomination is going…

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Orange town manager candidate pulls out of negotiations

ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Town of Orange is still without a town manager after the top candidate,…

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Wendell has new Selectboard member, Apostol wins

WENDELL, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Rolled in with the state primary in the September 1st election, Wendell residents voted…

1 week ago in National

Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump administration's changing advice.

1 week ago in Entertainment

Meet the 2026 ‘Dancing With the Stars’ cast

The newest cast competing for the Mirrorball Trophy on "Dancing With the Stars" was unveiled Wednesday, featuring the usual complement of entertainers, reality stars and athletes ranging from gold medalists to a Savannah Bananas player.

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Lindsay Clancy trial jury deliberates for fifth day after telling judge they were deadlocked

Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial resumed deliberations Wednesday, a day after telling the judge they couldn't agree on whether the Massachusetts mother was criminally responsible for killing her three children.

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Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge over rollover crash in Florida

Tiger Woods pleaded no contest to a reckless driving charge Wednesday following a rollover crash in March near his home in Florida where he initially was accused of driving under the influence.

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Ariana Grande steps out of the spotlight with gratitude at tour closing

Ariana Grande's final words, before she stepped offstage and out of the spotlight, were for her fans. Addressing the crowd during her last concert in London Tuesday before she takes a break from the public eye, the singer was full of emotion and gratitude.

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Water line damaged in Orange Tuesday

ORANGE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Yesterday in Orange a construction company damaged a water service line on School Street.…

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South Hadley rejects 3rd Prop 2 1/2 override

SOUTH HADLEY, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — South Hadley voters rejected another Proposition 2 1/2 override to raise $3.5 million…

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Greenfield Cultural Council receives $20.8k for local projects

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The Greenfield Local Cultural Council has opened grant applications for arts and culture projects…

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Tax work-off programs open in Greenfield for seniors and veterans

GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The City of Greenfield is now accepting applications for the Senior and Veteran Tax…

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Unofficial results from the state primaries are in

BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — Unofficial results, as of 6 a.m., for the state primaries show Senator Ed Markey…

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Too close to call: Wondolowski leads Coryat by 113 votes in 1st Franklin primary

With approximately 85-percent of all Primary Election ballots counted, the race for the Democratic nomination for the First Franklin District…

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Minogue romps to victory in GOP primary; will challenge Governor Maura Healey in November

The Associated Press has declared Michael Minogue the winner of the GOP primary for Governor, sending him to a November…

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2 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

MusiCares to honor U2 as 2027 Persons of the Year at a star-studded Grammy-weekend gala

MusiCares will honor Irish band U2 as its Persons of the Year at a February gala kicking off Grammy Awards weekend. Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr. will be celebrated at a Feb. 5 dinner and tribute concert at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

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Snoop Dogg brings the VMAs back to Los Angeles as host for Sept. 27 show

The MTV Video Music Awards are returning to the West Coast this month and they've got a very West Coast host — Snoop Dogg.

2 hours ago in Lifestyle

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.

2 hours ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January

Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Ella Langley leads Country Music Association Awards nods, with mentor Miranda Lambert close behind

Ella Langley, riding the wave of her crossover megahit "Choosin' Texas," leads the nominations for the 2026 Country Music Association Awards with nine nods, followed by her mentor Miranda Lambert with six.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Anthropic researcher resigns with warning about the dangers of AI development

An Anthropic researcher said he is resigning from the company over concerns the artificial intelligence firm and its competitors are not acting responsibly in AI development, echoing concerns raised inside and outside of the industry about the technology's potential to elude human control.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo

Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows

Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.

2 days ago in Entertainment

It’s ‘Pitt’ vs ‘Pluribus’ in drama and ‘Hacks’ vs ‘Widow’s Bay’ in comedy at the upcoming Emmys

It's "The Pitt" versus "Pluribus" and "Hacks" against "Widow's Bay" at the 78th Emmy Awards on Monday night. The stars of all four shows — Noah Wyle in "The Pitt," Rhea Seehorn in "Pluribus," Jean Smart in "Hacks" and Matthew Rhys in "Widow's Bay" — look to be runaway favorites for the top acting awards.