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Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates America’s ‘joyous’ 250th anniversary

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump mixed partisan politics with patriotic appeals on Saturday as he commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence, a moment he declared “one of the most joyous and glorious milestones of all time.” Speaking in Washington after storms prompted a roughly two-hour evacuation of the National Mall, Trump honored veterans, including several from World War II and one of the first Black officers to lead a Special Forces team in combat in Vietnam. They appeared before flags that symbolized some of the most significant and challenging ...

‘Country Roads’ toasts American victories

It's become one of the enduring scenes of the U.S. team during this World Cup: jubilant U.S. players joining tens of thousands of fans in singing John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" at the end of their matches. Even coach Mauricio Pochettino, who was born in Argentina and lives in Spain, got in on the act after Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina, belting out the words to Denver's anthem as he hugged his players and staff members. "Country Roads" cowriter Bill Danoff told The Associated Press that he's honored that the U.S. team has embraced the song, and that ...

Buccos beat the heat and Phillies

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Esmerlyn Valdez tripled, singled and knocked in two runs, Endy Rodriguez and Nick Gonzales homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1 on a steamy Thursday afternoon. The Pirates split their four-game series in Philadelphia, closing with a win ...

Teen 800 phenom surges to elite status

Cooper Lutkenhaus drives around in a truck that's five years older than him. He runs around the track with a wisdom and a confidence that almost stand in contrast to his 17 years of age. One of the top 800-meter runners in the world is about to enter his senior year of high school. His ...

Cink, Wi share Senior Open lead in Columbus

COLUMBUS — Stewart Cink got off to a great start in a bid to win his third straight senior major. Cink was the only player to make five birdies on the back nine at Scioto Country Club on Thursday, shooting a 3-under 67 for a share of the first-round lead in the U.S. Senior Open with Charlie Wi. Cink struggled on the front nine, shooting a 2-over 37, but found momentum once he made the turn. "I've been off for a little while, and I started like I've been off for a little while. I had to prove it to myself again that I could play decent golf a certain way," Cink said. "The back ...

Scott Dixon announces split from Ganassi Racing

LEXINGTON — Six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon is ending a remarkable run with Chip Ganassi Racing. Owner Chip Ganassi announced Thursday that Dixon recently informed the team he would not return in 2027. "Scott has meant so much to CGR over the past 24 years," Ganassi said. "Together we've shared championships, many victories and countless moments that have helped define this organization." Ganassi said he believed the 45-year-old Dixon's contract gave him an opportunity to end his career with the team. "We respect that he's chosen a different path and wish him nothing but ...