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2018 champion Naomi Osaka says she's comfortable, confident at US Open as she readies to defend title

NEW YORK _ Last September, having just won the U.S. Open title, Naomi Osaka was wiping away tears on Ashe Stadium court, trying to make sense of the chaos surrounding what should have been one of the happiest days of her life.

Newsday · Aug 23, 2019

Editorial: China should keep its promise on Hong Kong

China should commit to its promise to uphold Hong Kong's autonomy until 2047.

Newsday · Aug 23, 2019

Can Djokovic rise above Nadal, Federer at US Open?

NEW YORK _ Novak Djokovic is the biggest of Big Three of men's tennis right now, having won the Australian Open and Wimbledon this season and one other ATP title. He fought off match points in the fifth set against Roger Federer at Wimbledon, solidifying his status as the greatest…

Newsday · Aug 22, 2019

Bob Glauber: Giants QB Daniel Jones proving to 'have thick skin'

NEW YORK _ John Mara recalled meeting Daniel Jones during the pre-draft process, and the Giants' president and CEO had one very important question for the Duke quarterback.

Newsday · Aug 20, 2019

DVDs worth buying: From 'Lucy' and 'Mr. Rogers' to 'Brady Bunch' and 'Bojack'

Not dead yet _ that's DVD. True, the growth of streaming has curtailed disc sales for many TV hits. But fans of offbeat shows are learning there's no guarantee that sites won't drop their cult/vintage faves. They still seek physical product for titles they want to revisit, binge, or deep-dive…

Newsday · Aug 20, 2019

Yankees vs. The Umpires continues to be a story, but when will it end?

OAKLAND, Calif. _ An old baseball story about umpires, as told in the 1980 book "The Men in Blue." went like this:

Newsday · Aug 19, 2019

Jets' Adam Gase says Le'Veon Bell won't play until regular season

New York Jets coach Adam Gase announced after Sunday night's annual Green & White practice that tailback Le'Veon Bell, who hasn't played in either of the first two preseason games, will miss the final two against New Orleans and Philadelphia.

Newsday · Aug 18, 2019

Pete Alonso sets NL rookie homer record as Mets beat Royals

KANSAS CITY, Mo. _ In the waning minutes of an ordinary win on a slow Sunday afternoon, Pete Alonso made more history.

Newsday · Aug 18, 2019

Giants rookie Daniel Jones making progress, but Eli Manning remains designated starting QB

Pat Shurmur insists that Daniel Jones will be ready when his time comes.

Newsday · Aug 17, 2019

Motown turns 60: A look at its influence

Motown founder Berry Gordy Jr. had a simple goal when he started the legendary record company 60 years ago in Detroit.

Newsday · Aug 16, 2019