David Beckham reflects on highs and lows in ‘Beckham’ doc, calls it an ’emotional rollercoaster’

LONDON – David Beckham delves back into the hateful treatment he received following his infamous 1998 World Cup red card — and its impact on him — in a new Netflix documentary series pegged to the 10th anniversary of his retirement. “This whole process has been like an emotional rollercoaster,” Beckham said of the “Beckham” … Read more

Cowboys score twice on defense in 38-3 blowout of Patriots, who bench Mac Jones

The Cowboys spoiled former star running back Ezekiel Elliott’s Dallas homecoming with their 10th consecutive home victory. ARLINGTON, Texas — DaRon Bland returned one of his two interceptions for a touchdown, Leighton Vander Esch scooped up a fumble for a score and the Dallas Cowboys beat the New England Patriots 38-3 on Sunday. Mac Jones … Read more

Tim Wakefield, who revived his career and Red Sox trophy case with knuckleball, has died at 57

The Red Sox announced his death in a statement Sunday. BOSTON — Tim Wakefield, the knuckleballing workhorse of the Red Sox pitching staff who bounced back after giving up a season-ending home run to the Yankees in the 2003 playoffs to help Boston win its curse-busting World Series title the following year, has died. He … Read more

JJ Watt inducted into Texans Ring of Honor

Watt becomes the third person in franchise history to receive the honor. It happened during halftime of the Steelers-Texans game. HOUSTON — .J. Watt was inducted into the Houston Texans’ Ring of Honor on Sunday, bringing the defensive end back to the place where he became a superstar. “I’m back with all my family,” Watt … Read more

Country star Dustin Lynch was at an impasse. The only way forward was to have ‘Killed the Cowboy’

LOS ANGELES – Ahead of his sixth studio album, “Killed the Cowboy,” Dustin Lynch sensed some inner conflict. The 38-year-old country star had achieved many of his goals: He spent the last decade securing country radio hits, raking in billions of streams and touring with the likes of Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Brad Paisley … Read more

San Antonio Black International Film Festival is back for 5th year

The festival offers audiences an inside look at industry professionals, impactful events and films created for and about people of African descent. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Black International Film Festival is back for its fifth year. The festival offers audiences an inside look at industry professionals, impactful events and films created for and … Read more