America Today: News by Anand

Phillies' Heartbreak: Kerkering's Error Ends NLDS Run

10 Oct

Sports Emilia Haverfield

Phillies' postseason hopes ended when Orion Kerkering's errant throw let the Dodgers win Game 4, sparking emotional support from teammates and prompting offseason roster questions.

Guardians, Brewers, Padres & Mariners Keep MLB’s Longest Title Droughts Alive in 2025 Playoffs

3 Oct

Sports Emilia Haverfield

Seven teams in the 2025 MLB playoffs, led by the Cleveland Guardians' 76‑year title drought, could finally end decades‑long championship slumps. The article examines each drought and what a win would mean.

Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen puzzled by Matt Shaw’s choice to skip Cubs game for Charlie Kirk memorial

26 Sep

Sports Emilia Haverfield

Mets pitcher Matt Shaw opted out of a scheduled start against the Cubs to attend a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Amid mixed reactions, veteran Mets announcer Gary Cohen expressed bewilderment over the decision. Shaw defended his choice, citing personal connections. The episode highlights the tension between personal obligations and professional commitments in baseball.

Asparagus & Creeping Charlie energize Eau Claire’s The Venue with a late-night set

12 Sep

Music Emilia Haverfield

Asparagus and Creeping Charlie delivered a tight, late-night bill at The Venue in Eau Claire on Friday, April 25. The Minneapolis/Eau Claire-rooted Asparagus spotlighted their recent release, "2004 ERIC," while Creeping Charlie matched the intensity in an intimate back-room setting. The show underscored The Venue’s role in nurturing regional acts and a collaborative local scene.

Caitlin Clark ruled out for rest of WNBA season with groin injury as Fever’s playoff push jolted

5 Sep

Sports Emilia Haverfield

Caitlin Clark is out for the rest of the 2025 WNBA season with a right groin injury, ending her year after just 13 games. The Indiana Fever guard shared her disappointment on social media after weeks of rehab and non-contact work. Indiana sits eighth with three games left and long title odds, and would likely face Minnesota in Round 1 if they hold their spot.

Tottenham Triumphs: Navigating a Challenging FA Cup Face-off against Tamworth

13 Jan

Sports Emilia Haverfield

Tottenham Hotspur narrowly avoided an upset against non-league Tamworth in the FA Cup, emerging victorious with a 3-0 win in extra time. Despite the unexpected challenge, Spurs managed to secure a place in the next round with goals from Dejan Kulusevski and Brennan Johnson. The game, held at The Lamb Ground, highlighted the perseverance of both teams amidst difficult conditions.