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Washington Post cuts a third of its staff in a blow to a legendary news brand

The Washington Post laid off one-third of its staff Wednesday, eliminating its sports section, several foreign bureaus and its books coverage in a widespread purge that represented a brutal blow to journalism and one of its most legendary brands.

The Post's executive editor, Matt Murray, called the move painful but necessary to put the outlet on stronger footing and weather changes in technology and user habits. “We can't be everything to everyone,” Murray said in a note to staff members.

He outlined the changes in a companywide online meeting, and staff members... Read More

Wall Street loses ground as tech stocks sink again

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is losing ground Wednesday under the weight of sinking technology stocks.

The S&P 500 fell 1%, coming off its fourth drop in the last five days. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 39 points, or 0.1%, as of 12:55 p.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite fell 2.2%.

Most stocks within the S&P 500 are rising, but falling technology stocks are weighing on the index for a second straight day. Advanced Micro Devices dropped 17.3% even though the chip company reported a stronger profit for the latest quarter than analysts expected. It also... Read More

Mickey Lolich, hero of the 1968 World Series for the Detroit Tigers, dies at 85

DETROIT (AP) — Mickey Lolich, who had three complete-game victories for the Detroit Tigers in the 1968 World Series, the last Major League Baseball pitcher to post the incredible feat, died Wednesday. He was 85.

The Tigers said Lolich's wife told them that he died after a short stay in hospice care. An exact cause of death was not provided.

Denny McLain was the star of Detroit’s pitching staff in 1968, winning 31 regular-season games. But Lolich was the Most Valuable Player of the Series, with a ERA of 1.67 and a Game 7 road victory over Bob Gibson and the St. Louis... Read More

Pro Picks: Seahawks will edge Patriots to win their second Super Bowl

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Sam Darnold has been traded, discarded and labeled a bust.

Now, it’ll take an upset for him not to be called a Super Bowl champion.

Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks (16-3) are 4 1/2-point favorites on BetMGM Sportsbook against Drake Maye and the New England Patriots (17-3) on Sunday.

It’s a matchup that features two of the NFL’s most balanced teams who have taken different routes to get here.

The Seahawks earned a first-round bye and then dominated the San Francisco 49ers 41-6 to reach the NFC championship game. Behind... Read More

Not just pups this time: 'Puppy Bowl' embraces older dogs

NEW YORK (AP) — This year, the Puppy Bowl isn't just about puppies. Older dogs are getting some attention, too.

There will be a halftime showdown between Team Oldies and Team Goldies, offering a showcase for senior dogs as a reminder that they also need adoption and love.

“Everyone wants the puppy and, unfortunately, the reality of puppyhood is it’s tough,” says Victoria Schade, the show’s lead dog trainer and wrangler. “I think people don’t realize that until they’re deep in the thick of it. That’s the beauty of an older dog, an adult dog, a senior... Read More

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Washington Post cuts a third of its staff in a blow to a legendary news brand

Wall Street loses ground as tech stocks sink again

Mickey Lolich, hero of the 1968 World Series for the Detroit Tigers, dies at 85

Pro Picks: Seahawks will edge Patriots to win their second Super Bowl

Not just pups this time: 'Puppy Bowl' embraces older dogs

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