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Belgium beats Japan 3-2 to reach World Cup quarterfinals

ROSTOV-ON-DON, Russia (AP) — Jan Vertonghen started Belgium’s comeback with a wild, looping header and Nacer Chadli capped it by finishing off a 10-second,...

Neymar leads Brazil into World Cup quarterfinals

SAMARA, Russia (AP) — Flaunting his flair and his finishing touch wasn’t enough. Neymar put his theatrics on show, too.What became clear in Brazil’s...

World Cup quarterfinals exclusive to Europe, South America

MOSCOW (AP) — So much for this being a “World” Cup.The quarterfinals are all-European and South American for the first time since 2006.Mexico said...

World Cup headed goal like never before sparks Belgium win

MOSCOW (AP) — A crazy header turned Belgium’s night around.Trailing 2-0 against Japan in the 69th minute, Belgium looked just like another heavily favored...

Lindor has 2 HRs, 7 RBIs as Indians beat Royals 9-3

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Francisco Lindor had an exceptional Monday after a very good Sunday.Lindor homered twice, including a grand slam, and finished...

Kickoff: Well-rested Kane still tops World Cup scorers

MOSCOW (AP) — When Harry Kane takes the field for England on Tuesday, it will be his first match in nine days. He’s still...

Volleyball officiating classes begin July 21

Classes will be conducted beginning this month for anyone interested in becoming an Ohio High School Athletic Association licensed volleyball official.Long-time official Joe Davis...

Wilmington youth football camp July 23-24

The Wilmington Youth Football Camp will be held July 23-24 at Alumni Field.The camp runs 6 to 8:30 p.m. each day and is for...

Peraza hits Reds’ latest grand slam in 8-2 win over Brewers

CINCINNATI (AP) — Another day, another Cincinnati grand slam.Jose Peraza kept up the parade of slams, sending Matt Harvey and the Reds over the...

LA-Bron: James agrees to 4-year contract with Lakers

CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James is leaving home for Hollywood and an iconic team.The Los Angeles Lakers have a new superstar — L.A.-Bron.The four-time...