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NPR — Top Stories Jul 11

Spain defeats Belgium to advance to World Cup semifinal against France

Spain won against Belgium and is set to play France in the World Cup semifinal on July 11, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. Both teams have not lost any matches in the tournament so far.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.50

New York Post Jul 11

Shohei Ohtani hits leadoff home run in Dodgers' loss to Diamondbacks

Shohei Ohtani did not start in the Dodgers' game against the Diamondbacks due to a knee injury. However, he hit a leadoff home run while serving as the designated hitter in the match, which resulted in a loss for the Dodgers.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.50

Al Jazeera English Jul 11

Messi leads Argentina with eight goals in 2026 World Cup despite muscle strain

Lionel Messi has scored eight goals in the 2026 World Cup, making him Argentina's top player despite dealing with a muscle strain. Coach Lionel Scaloni commented on Messi's impressive performance at the age of 39.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.50

New York Post Jul 11

Pirates trade for Jacob Gonzalez and Brandon Eisert from White Sox

The Pittsburgh Pirates have completed a trade with the Chicago White Sox, acquiring Jacob Gonzalez and Brandon Eisert for a draft pick and a prospect. This transaction is notable as MLB trades involving draft picks are infrequent.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

Al Jazeera English Jul 11

Conor McGregor weighs 170.5 pounds for UFC 329 fight against Max Holloway

Conor McGregor weighed in at 170.5 pounds for his upcoming fight against Max Holloway at UFC 329. This marks McGregor's return to the octagon after not competing since 2021.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

Al Jazeera English Jul 11

Conor McGregor weighs in for UFC 329 fight against Max Holloway

Conor McGregor has made weight for his scheduled fight against Max Holloway at UFC 329. This marks McGregor's return to the octagon after a hiatus since 2021.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

Al Jazeera English Jul 11

Kane and Haaland Prepare for World Cup Quarterfinal Match

Harry Kane of England described Erling Haaland of Norway as a 'beast' ahead of their World Cup quarterfinal match. Both players are expected to play crucial roles in their teams' efforts to advance to the semifinals.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.50

New York Post Jul 11

Harry Kane discusses differences between his playing style and Erling Haaland's

Harry Kane recognized Erling Haaland's abilities, calling him a 'machine,' while highlighting the differences in their playing styles. This discussion occurs in the context of the upcoming World Cup quarterfinal match between England and Norway.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.50

Fox News — Latest Jul 11

Red Sox Overcome Travel Issues to Defeat Mets in New York

The Boston Red Sox experienced significant travel delays before their game against the New York Mets on July 10, 2026, due to mechanical issues with their flight. Despite these challenges, the Red Sox won the game 6-2, maintaining their strong performance this season.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.20

Al Jazeera English Jul 11

Yamal expresses contentment despite limited scoring if Spain wins World Cup 2026

Yamal, a Spanish footballer, has scored only one goal in the World Cup but stated he would be satisfied with the outcome if Spain wins the tournament. He has been sharing celebrations with his younger brother during the event.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.50

Fox News — Latest Jul 11

Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro Reportedly Involved in Altercation in Las Vegas

Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, former teammates on the Miami Heat, were reportedly involved in a physical altercation in Las Vegas during NBA Summer League activities. The confrontation was linked to social media comments made by Herro regarding Adebayo's defense, following a recent trade that changed their team affiliations.

Bias: 14 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Post Jul 11

Jacob deGrom to miss next start due to ongoing glute issues

Jacob deGrom is set to miss his upcoming start for the Texas Rangers because of ongoing glute problems. The team has not indicated when he might return to the lineup.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.10

Fox News — Latest Jul 11

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Cancels Interview Amid Caitlin Clark Controversy

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert canceled an interview on "The Dan Patrick Show" amid ongoing controversy regarding player Caitlin Clark. Host Dan Patrick expressed disappointment over the cancellation, stating that he intended to ask important questions about Clark and the league's handling of recent incidents. The situation has drawn attention from lawmakers, who have demanded accountability for Clark's treatment.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Post Jul 11

Juan Soto confirms he will not participate in Home Run Derby

Juan Soto has confirmed that he will not take part in the Home Run Derby at the upcoming All-Star Game in Philadelphia. The announcement was made on Friday.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Post Jul 11

Mark Vientos to Undergo Extended Injury List Stint After Being Hit by Pitch

Mark Vientos of the New York Mets sustained an injury after being hit by a pitch in a game against the Kansas City Royals. As a result, he is expected to spend an extended period on the Injured List.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: -0.20

Al Jazeera English Jul 10

Colombia's Jaminton Campaz Receives Threats Following World Cup Elimination

Jaminton Campaz, a Colombian football player, has received death threats after Colombia's elimination from the World Cup in a penalty shootout against Switzerland. The threats were linked to his performance in the match.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -1.00

Fox News — Latest Jul 10

Scottie Scheffler ends made cut streak at Scottish Open

Scottie Scheffler's streak of 78 consecutive made cuts ended at the Scottish Open, where he finished with a score of 2-over 72. He will attempt to defend his title at The Open Championship next week.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.10

Al Jazeera English Jul 10

Spain secures semifinal spot against France with late goal

Spain qualified for the semifinals by defeating Belgium with a late goal from Mikel Merino, who capitalized on a mistake by goalkeeper Senne Lammens. Spain will now face France in the next round.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.50

The Hill Jul 10

UK and Norway Embassies Engage in Social Media Exchange Ahead of World Cup Match

The British and Norwegian embassies in Washington engaged in a light-hearted social media exchange ahead of the quarterfinal match between England and Norway in the FIFA World Cup. The posts focused on the rivalry between players Erling Haaland and Harry Kane.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.50

New York Post Jul 10

Shohei Ohtani to miss scheduled start and All-Star Game due to knee irritation

Shohei Ohtani has been ruled out of his scheduled pitching start on Friday and will not participate in the upcoming All-Star Game due to knee irritation. The issue pertains to the same knee that had inflammation previously.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: -0.10