Slap fighting: The next big thing, or unsporting stupidity?

LAS VEGAS – The competitors stand rigidly upright with their hands behind their backs, waiting to absorb a brutal slap to the face. When the open-handed blow is delivered, there’s a sharp report and the reaction can be dramatic. Some fighters barely move, while others stumble backward or fall to the floor. Some are knocked … Read more

Peppa Pig Theme Park is opening in Texas in 2024

NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – Oh goody! A Peppa Pig theme park is coming to Texas in 2024. The standalone theme park is expected to open early next year in North Richland Hills near Forth Worth. It will be the second Peppa Pig-themed park in North America — the other is in Florida. Details about … Read more

Irving’s late run helps push Mavericks past Jazz 120-116

Kyrie Irving hit a clutch 3-pointer and scored 17 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter, and Luka Doncic added 29 points. DALLAS — Kyrie Irving hit a clutch 3-pointer and scored 17 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter, and Luka Doncic added 29 points as the Dallas Mavericks beat the short-handed … Read more

Seattle Mariners at 2023 Spring Training

Thursday marked the M’s last practice of Spring Training. On Friday, they’ll face the San Diego Padres in game one. PEORIA, Ariz. — The Seattle Mariners had their first official full-squad workout Tuesday, Feb. 21 in Peoria, Arizona at Spring Training.  Scott Servais says there are 75 players in camp right now. For Servais, this … Read more