England advances to quarters in shootout win
England defeated Colombia 4-3 in a World Cup shootout after a 1-1 draw to reach the quarterfinals for the first time in 12 years. Harry Kane opened the scoring. Yerry Mina equalized late. Gareth Southgate’s side will face Sweden in Samara on Saturday. Jordan Pickford saved a key kick, lifting England past a history of penalty heartbreak.
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Celtics pick Williams makes first impression after setback
Boston Celtics first round pick Robert Williams faced criticism for missing a flight and summer league practice after the draft. The Texas A&M forward said he accepts responsibility, vows to move forward, and acknowledged the need to work hard to make the NBA.
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Phony Super Bowl rings intercepted in shipment
Federal authorities say 108 phony replica Super Bowl rings were found in an express parcel from Hong Kong on June 18 marked as alloy rings. Customs and trade enforcement noted poor craftsmanship and flagged the rings for verification with the NFL trademark holder.
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Lee College duo signs to Murray State College soccer
Baytown Lee girls soccer players Melizza Hernandez and Suleima Espinoza signed letters of intent to play for Murray State College in Oklahoma. The Lady Aggies, coming off a 10-6-1 season, are under new head coach Nataki Stewart, with Hernandez aiming to major in business and Espinoza pursuing kinesiology and coaching. Both players described the opportunity as transformational and a chance to train in Oklahoma this summer.
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Astros catcher Bri an McCann to undergo knee surgery
Astros catcher Brian McCann heads to the disabled list for the second time this season and third time in under a year due to persistent right knee issues. Manager A J Hinch says surgery is one option after a long talk in Tampa and notes McCann will be out for the foreseeable future.
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Nature’s dangers and defenses from a lifelong outdoorsman
John Jefferson, longtime outdoorsman and former Texas Parks and Wildlife official, warns readers about mosquito borne diseases including Zika, West Nile, dengue, and Chikungunya, plus tick borne Lyme disease. He shares personal experiences and practical advice on prevention through spraying, yard care, and protective clothing to enjoy nature safely.
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