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Raiders Draft QB Fernando Mendoza As No.1 Overall Pick

Raiders Draft QB Fernando Mendoza As No.1 Overall Pick

  • unbranded - Sport

The Las Vegas Raiders selected former Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No.1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Mendoza becomes just the third player to win the Heisman Trophy, a national title and be drafted as the No.1 pick in a 12-month window. “What a great organiza…

AP Top Stories April 24

AP Top Stories April 24

  • KWTV, ASSOCIATED PRESS, US NETWORK POOL

Here’s the latest for Friday, April 24th: Devastating tornado strikes Oklahoma; Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian small boats chocking the Strait of Hormuz; Trump says Israel and Lebanon extended ceasefire; U.S. soldier charged with using classified information in online bett…

This is a generational heist for the Dallas Cowboys…

This is a generational heist for the Dallas Cowboys…

  • Cowboys Digest - Vertical

Jace Andrews talks Cowboys draft news on selecting Caleb Downs

Breaking down Giants' picks of Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa

Breaking down Giants' picks of Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa

  • USA Today - News

How did the Giants do in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft? Art Stapleton breaks down the picks of Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa.

Pope Leo Criticises Equatorial Guinea Prisons On Africa Tour

Pope Leo Criticises Equatorial Guinea Prisons On Africa Tour

  • Cover Media - Shareable

He urged authorities to ensure justice protects society, not just punishes offenders.

AP Top Stories April 23

AP Top Stories April 23

  • IRIB, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE, ASSOCIATED PRESS, RITZAU SCANPIX, THE HILL

Here’s the latest for Thursday, April 23: Iran fires on at least three boats in Strait of Hormuz; Israel and Lebanon to meet in Washington; Train collision in Denmark; Candidates for governor debate in California.

Hokies' Shearer on competition at returner

Hokies' Shearer on competition at returner

  • DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times
RAW: DC: SCHUMER ON SENATE ICE FUNDING VOTE

RAW: DC: SCHUMER ON SENATE ICE FUNDING VOTE

    Senate takes key step toward funding ICE and border patrol with only GOP votes

    Fernando Mendoza Reveals The TRUTH About His NFL Draft Prep

    Fernando Mendoza Reveals The TRUTH About His NFL Draft Prep

    • Whistle Sports

    Heisman winner and projected No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Fernando Mendoza, joins the debut episode of Fast Break with Adam Kester, Marty Black, and Justin Bobby. He reflects on the journey that started as a lighthearted preseason joke with his academic advisor about winning the…

    AP top stories April 22

    AP top stories April 22

    • VARIOUS

    Here's the latest for Wednesday, April 22nd: Iran fires on 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz; Pope Leo XIV visits Equatorial Guinea; Warner shareholders set to vote on Paramount's $81 billion takeover; Sony's AI robot is beating human pros at table tennis.

    How the US naval blockade on Iran chokes Strait of Hormuz oil exports

    How the US naval blockade on Iran chokes Strait of Hormuz oil exports

    • Aljazeera

    The US has imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, impacting its economy and oil exports.

    Polymarket Dives into Perpetual Futures Rivaling Kalshi

    Polymarket Dives into Perpetual Futures Rivaling Kalshi

    • Cheddar

    Polymarket announced it is expanding into trading of perpetual futures contracts, escalating a heated rivalry with Kalshi.

    Most Americans Still Believe in the American Dream — But Optimism Isn’t Equal

    Most Americans Still Believe in the American Dream — But Optimism Isn’t Equal

    • ZMG - Buzz60

    The American Dream is still alive for many — but who believes in it most may surprise you. A new survey found 58% of Americans say it’s still achievable, with Hispanic respondents and Gen Z showing the highest levels of optimism. The research, conducted by Talker Research and commissioned by…

    Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump halts attacks

    Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump halts attacks

    • FMM - F24 Video Clips

    Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, April 22, tightening its grip on the strategic route.

    2 Vessels Attacked In Strait of Hormuz After US Extends Ceasefire

    2 Vessels Attacked In Strait of Hormuz After US Extends Ceasefire

    • unbranded - Newsworthy

    Two cargo ships have been targeted in separate incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incidents come as tensions in the region escalated following US President Donald Trump's decision to extend the ceasefire with Iran. Accord…

    Hokies' Reynolds on Ty Howle as offensive coordinator

    Hokies' Reynolds on Ty Howle as offensive coordinator

    • DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times
    Karoline Leavitt Defends $400 Million White House Renovation

    Karoline Leavitt Defends $400 Million White House Renovation

    • Inquisitr - Vertical

    Karoline Leavitt Defends $400 Million White House Renovation — White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is pushing back against criticism surrounding the proposed $400 million White House ballroom project backed by President Donald Trump. The plan has sparked debate among preservation ex…

    What to expect as King Charles III visits the US during tensions

    What to expect as King Charles III visits the US during tensions

    • USA Today - Vertical

    USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page dives into U.S. relations with the U.K. and what to expect as King Charles III visits Washington.

    Mom takes on Silicon Valley after AI caused son's death

    Mom takes on Silicon Valley after AI caused son's death

    • New York Post - Vertical

    A grieving California mother whose 16-year-old son died by suicide following repeated conversations about self-harm with ChatGPT is urging state lawmakers to clamp down on AI chatbots. Maria Raine appeared Monday in Sacramento to back two proposed bills aimed at tightening oversight of so-ca…

    Do MLB rules cater to Shohei Ohtani? | Baseball Today

    Do MLB rules cater to Shohei Ohtani? | Baseball Today

    • Jomboy Media Baseball

    Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday! Thanks to our partners at T-Mobile for sponsoring today’s episode. Visit http://sofi.com/Jomboy to start your crypto journey. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onel…

    Florida Democrat resigns minutes before $5M ethics probe

    Florida Democrat resigns minutes before $5M ethics probe

    • New York Post - Vertical

    Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) resigned from Congress on Tuesday, 30 minutes before she was scheduled to appear before an ethics panel over her alleged theft of $5 million in taxpayer money to fund her political ambitions. “After careful reflection and prayer, I have concluded that…

    AP top stories for April 21

    AP top stories for April 21

    • US NETWORK POOL, ASSOCIATED PRESS, JNN/TBS

    Here's the latest for Tuesday, April 21st: President Trump extends ceasefire with Iran; Teotihuacan pyramids gunman had materials related to Columbine; A Taiwanese company is building drones; Three members of Japan's GSDT died in explosion

    Trump Tells Companies to Skip Their Tariff Refunds

    Trump Tells Companies to Skip Their Tariff Refunds

    • Cheddar

    President Donald Trump told CNBC's Squawk Box that he will "remember" companies that choose not to seek refunds.

    Laura Barry-Lenger, 18, voted in her first election

    Laura Barry-Lenger, 18, voted in her first election

      Laura Barry-Lenger, 18, voted in her first election

      Oil Prices Jump, Markets Waver as U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Teeters on the Edge

      Oil Prices Jump, Markets Waver as U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Teeters on the Edge

      • Cheddar

      President Donald Trump told CNBC Tuesday that he expects the U.S. and Iran to make a "great deal," but added that the U.S. military is "ready" to bomb Iran.

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