The Tigers announced the acquisition of right-hander Kyle Finnegan from the Nationals. Detroit sent righty pitching prospects Josh Randall and R.J. Sales back to Washington. The Tigers transferred newly-acquired reliever Paul Sewald to the 60-day injured list in a corresponding roster move. Sewald has been out since mid-July with a shoulder strain and is not expected back until … [Read more...] about Tigers Acquire Kyle Finnegan
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Yosemite hiker killed by falling branch
A woman hiking in Yosemite National Park in California was killed last month by a falling tree branch, the local sheriff's office confirmed this week. … [Read more...] about Yosemite hiker killed by falling branch
Not just Big Bird: Things to know about the Center for Public Broadcasting and its funding cuts
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which helps pay for PBS, NPR, 1,500 local radio and television stations as well as programs like "Sesame Street" and "Finding Your Roots," said Friday that it would close after the U.S. government withdrew funding. … [Read more...] about Not just Big Bird: Things to know about the Center for Public Broadcasting and its funding cuts
House panel agrees to delay Maxwell interview but won’t grant immunity
House investigators agreed to delay interviewing Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell until after the Supreme Court reviews her conviction on sex trafficking charges. … [Read more...] about House panel agrees to delay Maxwell interview but won’t grant immunity
U.S. launches maritime buildup to counter China’s naval dominance
The U.S. is embarking on a sweeping maritime revival, injecting billions into a shipbuilding industry that has struggled for years to keep pace with China's naval expansion and America's growing operational demands worldwide. … [Read more...] about U.S. launches maritime buildup to counter China’s naval dominance