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Dave Canales and the Panthers celebrate Falcons' win that gave Carolina the NFC South title
By MAURA CAREY AP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) - The Panthers are NFC South champions, and they have the Falcons to thank. Carolina could have clinched the division on Saturday, but a 16-14 loss at Tamp...
Associated Press Jan 04, 2026 Head coach Dave Canales of the Carolina Panthers looks on after his team's 23-20 victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on December 21, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)
Hall has goal and assist as Hurricanes beat Devils 3-1 to snap 3-game losing streak
By ALLAN KREDA Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. (AP) - Taylor Hall had a goal and an assist against his former team, rookie Brandon Bussi stopped 28 shots and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the New Jersey ...
Associated Press Jan 04, 2026 Carolina Hurricanes left wing Taylor Hall takes a shot in the first period of an NHL hockey game against the New Jersey Devils, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Newark, N.J. (AP Photo/Heather Khalifa)
Alford's red-zone pick saves Falcons' 19-17 win over Saints, giving NFC South title to Panthers
By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) - Dee Alford's red-zone interception stopped a potential go-ahead drive by New Orleans, and the Atlanta Falcons beat the Saints 19-17 on Sunday to give th...
Associated Press Jan 04, 2026 Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) celebrates his interception with linebacker Josh Woods (42) in the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Maduro arrives in US after stunning capture in operation that Trump says will let US 'run' Venezuela
By REGINA GARCIA CANO, KONSTANTIN TOROPIN and ERIC TUCKER Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) - Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicols Maduro arrived in the United States to face criminal charges after...
Associated Press Jan 04, 2026
Iran's leader says rioters 'must be put in their place' as protest death toll reaches at least 15
By JON GAMBRELL Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iran's supreme leader insisted Saturday that "rioters must be put in their place" after a week of protests that have shaken the Isla...
Associated Press Jan 04, 2026 In this photo released by an official website of the office of the Iranian supreme leader, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks in a meeting, in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026. (Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader via AP)
Why ordering takeout or calling the dog walker might lead to a happier relationship
By TRACEE M. HERBAUGH Associated Press It turns out, love may benefit from a little less labor. Couples who spend money on time-saving services - like getting takeout, hiring a housecleaner or calling...
Associated Press Jan 04, 2026 Dogs walk along the Avenue Champs Elysees as they take part in the "Marche Des Animaux" (Animal Walk) on October 05, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Kiran Ridley/Getty Images)
Nelson scores twice in 3rd as Avalanche rally past Hurricanes, 5-3
By BOB SUTTON Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - Brock Nelson scored two power-play goals in the first 7 1/2 minutes of the third period and the Colorado Avalanche rallied past the Carolina Hurrica...
Associated Press Jan 04, 2026 Colorado Avalanche teammates celebrate after a goal by Jack Drury (18) during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker)
Canales says 'there's still hope' after Panthers fail to clinch NFC South for 2nd straight week
By FRED GOODALL Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Carolina hopes its season isn't over. The Panthers' bid to secure their first postseason berth in a decade fell short Saturday; however, a 16-14 los...
Associated Press Jan 03, 2026 Head coach Dave Canales of the Carolina Panthers call a play during the second quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during a game at Raymond James Stadium on January 03, 2026 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers beat the Panthers 16-14, stay alive in chase for NFC South title
By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers find themselves in the uncomfortable position of rooting for the New Orleans Saints. The Carolina Pa...
Associated Press Jan 03, 2026 Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Boopie Miller posts double-double as SMU beats No. 12 North Carolina 97-83 in its ACC opener
By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer DALLAS (AP) - Boopie Miller had 27 points and 12 assists and SMU beat No. 12 North Carolina 97-83 on Saturday, giving the Mustangs their first win over a ranked tea...
Associated Press Jan 03, 2026 SMU guard Boopie Miller (2) shoots against North Carolina guard Seth Trimble (7) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Dallas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)