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TNT broadcaster Ernie Johnson won an Emmy on Tuesday for Best Studio Host. In an outstanding show of class and humility, he gave his award to the daughters of the late Stuart Scott, the legendary ESPN anchor who lost his battle with cancer in January. MORE: Scott’s ESPYs speech | Rich Eisen honors Scott Johnson, during his acceptance speech for his work on TNT’s “Inside the NBA,” said “it all started with Stuart....

Despite setbacks, Spence has proven he is unstoppable in the ring and life. He was involved in a horrific solo car accident where his Ferrari flipped multiple times, ejecting him from the car. It landed him in the intensive care unit and almost ended his life. Spence also suffered a torn retina before a planned fight against Manny Pacquiao. Spence, the WBC and IBF welterweight champion, made his pro debut in 2012....

ESPN’s broadcast of Wednesday night’s game between the Spurs and the Lakers cut away at the worst time. With the game tied at 108 and seconds left to play, Lakers guard Josh Hart attempted a potential game-winning shot at the buzzer. Right before the shot, ESPN cut to a commercial. MORE: Could Spurs actually trade Kawhi Leonard? Thankfully, fans didn’t miss too much, as Hart’s shot missed and the game went into overtime....

Beadle is probably something of a rarity, having left ESPN once and then returned after seeing whether the grass was greener on the other side. Perhaps she’s emboldened by that experience — or the fact that she doesn’t work out of Bristol for “SportsNation” — because she did something rather unusual on Friday, stepping out and condemning Smith’s take on the role provocation might have played. (As BSO so eloquently puts it, Smith should’ve looked into the camera and said “All violence is bad....

Yes, legendary composer John Williams. The 90-year-old has composed a new theme song for ESPN’s title game coverage. “Of Grit and Glory,” which is three minutes and 30 seconds in full, will be played along with a video package during Monday night’s battle between Georgia and TCU from Los Angeles. LIVE: Follow Georgia vs. TCU in 2023 College Football Playoff Championship Game ESPN producer Martin Khodabakhshian told Variety that the song is intended to reflect “the feeling behind the night, fear and anticipation, triumph and failure....

MORE: Worst teammate feuds The NFL’s partner TV networks aren’t the only ones who ride the Cowboys for every last TV viewer and rating point. The two former debate partners on ESPN2’s First Take — now Smith’s show on ESPN while Bayless stars on FS1’s “Undisputed” — are both all-Cowboys, all the time on their dueling morning shows. Naturally, the two have staked out competing TV positions: Smith hates the Cowboys....

The League of Legends World Championship Finals went down at a packed Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, and for the second time in three years, the Korean team SKT Telecom emerged as the best squad in the known universe. More than 25 million people watched online in addition to those in attendance at the sold-out event. MORE: Why eSports are gaining popularity | What is it like to be a professional gamer?...

What Is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic disease that affects your quality of breathing. Inflammation in your airway causes narrowing that does not allow as much air to flow through. Much like pipes in your home that become blocked and make loud noises as water flows through them, asthma causes you to wheeze during an exacerbation or attack. Dust, chemicals, or other aerosolized irritants can cause an exacerbation, flare up, or asthma attack....

Earlier this month, in an unprecedented move, Oakland County prosecutors charged 15-year-old Ethan Crumbley’s parents, James and Jennifer Crumbley, with involuntary manslaughter in the four deaths at Oxford High School, alleging that the couple failed to secure the handgun allegedly used in the shooting. The charges mark the first time the parents of an alleged gunman are being prosecuted in relation to the death or injuries sustained in a school shooting....

The EP’s Committee on Foreign Affairs voted 60-to-four in favor of the “EU-Taiwan Relations and Cooperation” report, which calls on the European Commission to assess the possibility of a EU-Taiwan Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA). Six lawmakers abstained from the September 1 vote, which also passed an amendment to rename the “European Economic and Trade Office” in Taipei to the more formal “European Union Office in Taiwan.” Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry expressed its “sincere thanks” to the committee on Thursday, saying it welcomes the new milestone in its relationship with the European bloc, which has encouraged member states to deepen ties with Taipei within the EU’s own “one China” policy....

“There are not two actors alone. It’s not just the U.S. and Russia,” Borrell said amid a visit to Ukraine on Wednesday. “If you want to talk about security in Europe, the Europeans have to be part of the table.” On Friday, NATO’s 30 foreign leaders will meet to discuss matters ahead of a meeting of the Russia-NATO Council on Jan. 12 and negotiations at the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe in Vienna on Jan....

Paola Ferrari, an Italian soccer pundit, caused a stir this week when she inadvertently flashed audiences while on live television. The Euro 2020 host has been likened to Sharon Stone in the 1992 film Basic Instinct after she crossed her legs in a dress while facing the camera, leaving shocked viewers wondering if she was wearing underwear. The 60-year-old has responded to assure soccer fans she was indeed wearing underwear unlike Stone’s character in the movie, saying she “prefers health and hygiene....

The Parken Stadium in Copenhagen, Denmark went silent just before halftime when Eriksen, Denmark’s star midfielder, collapsed to the ground after taking a touch on a throw-in. Team medical staff raced to tend to the playmaker after his teammates motioned frantically for help. There was no contact with opposition players before he fell to the ground. (Footage of the incident is graphic and disturbing). As the medics tended to Eriksen for well over 10 minutes, his Denmark teammates formed a circle around him to block cameras from showing the scenes....

European Union (EU) member-states have voiced vehement opposition to Israel’s application of sovereignty over its own heartland. After the EU failed to adopt a collective measure against Israel, a new plan was pushed forward that would circumvent normal procedures requiring a consensus among EU members on foreign policy. This course of action would allow for individual member-states to issue sanctions against the Jewish state. French President Macron wrote a personal letter to Netanyahu warning him against annexation, while similar letters have also been sent by the prime ministers of Spain and Britain....

The European Court of Justice will issue temporary measures until a final decision is made in order “to prevent the aggravation of serious and irreparable harm inflicted to judicial independence and the EU legal order,” according to a statement from the Commission. “These matters include cases of the lifting of immunity of judges with a view to bringing criminal proceedings against them or detain them, and the consequent temporary suspension from office and the reduction of their salary,” the European Commission said....

They are typically closed, but open during certain activities, such as chewing, swallowing, or yawning. If the tubes become clogged when they open, it can lead to eustachian tube pain. Causes The most common cause of eustachian tube pain is eustachian tube dysfunction. However, other conditions can also cause the pain, such as sinusitis, ear infections, and temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Eustachian tube dysfunction is a condition that develops because of issues with pressure regulation in the ear....

Los Angeles — Being trapped beneath the looming shadow of a legendary father can be overwhelming for some. As Evan Holyfield (9-0) prepares to step into a boxing ring for his tenth professional bout at TrillerVerz 5, the 24-year-old understands the lineage he represents, being the son of former world champion Evander. He refuses to allow the weight of that name to become a burden. Instead, he realizes that making a name for himself is imperative because the first thing people see is never your last name....

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson threw a 13-yard touchdown pass to Mark Andrews on Sunday night vs. Garrett’s Browns; it ended up being the Ravens’ only touchdown in their 16-10 win. Garrett went over to compliment Jackson on the pass, which was heaved toward the end zone after a lengthy scramble. Garrett hit Jackson’s arm as Jackson was throwing, so Garrett fully expected a fumble or an incomplete pass on the play....

On Sunday, Broncos tackle Garett Bolles reminded us all why. A fumble by Denver running back Melvin Gordon bounced straight into the hands of Raiders corner Amik Robertson, who took off toward the end zone. The Broncos’ offense scrambled to try to keep up. No one was able to catch the speedy Robertson, but to Bolles’ credit, he gave it his all. That is, until this futile attempt at a tackle near the goal line:...

That would be Nick Miller who happened to run into Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson on April 5 as he was leaving the gym. It almost didn’t happen either but Miller was persistent enough that it paid off. In the end, the chance encounter ended up meaning a lot to both of them, so much so that Johnson posted a picture of them together on Instagram along with a touching message....