Lions rally past Steelers in preseason showdown
Detroit Lions surge to a 30-17 victory over Pittsburgh as sixth round pick Jake Rudock leads a late scoring drive and Dwayne Washington returns a kickoff 96 yards for the Lions.Landry Jones starts for Pittsburgh with 55 passing yards and a TD before Dustin Vaughan totals 50 yards. Jace Billingsley catches a 27-yard TD from Rudock. Artie Burns sidelined with thigh issue. Bud Dupree and Jarvis Jones also inactive.
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Justice Dept sues NMSU over pay discrimination claim
The U S Department of Justice files a federal lawsuit against New Mexico State University and its board alleging sex based pay disparity against former assistant track coach Meaghan Harkins. The complaint, in District of New Mexico court, cites two male coaches earning more for similar duties. NMSU disputes equal qualifications and positions. U S Attorney Damon P. Martinez notes the suit underscores enforcement of Title VII to close wage gaps.
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Ledecky dominates at Rio with world record 800m free
Katie Ledecky wins the women's 800-meter freestyle in a world record 11.38 seconds margin, becoming the second woman to sweep the three longest freestyle distances at a single Olympics and the first since 1968. Michael Phelps ends his individual career on the cusp, after eight days of standout performances. The day also features a U S men’s basketball escape and a surprising women's soccer loss.
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U S Edges Serbia In Close Olympic Basketball Clash
The United States men's team survived a tense finish to beat Serbia 94-91 at Rio, extending its international win streak to 49 games. Kyrie Irving led with 15 points while Durant and Anthony added 12 each, as Serbia's Bogdanovic came close to a late tying shot. Jokic 25 for Serbia highlighted the challenge to the U.S. roster.
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