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It’s an old Wall Street truism: “Bulls make money, bears make money, pigs get slaughtered.” Two months ago, TV was drowned in ads for FanDuel and DraftKings, obnoxious, can’t-lose, get-rich-fast sports betting come-ons starring young men. That avalanche coincided with a gold rush of multimillion-dollar investors — pro sports leagues, their partner TV networks, teams and team owners, even the NFL players’ union — who didn’t seem to have a…

ATTLEBORO (CBS) – Construction is underway in Attleboro on what could become the state’s largest privately funded sports complex. WBZ business reporter Jeff Brown says developers think this is the next big thing. It’s more than 100 acres that has long sat unused in Attleboro where investors from 5 Capital Management envision a giant indoor sports facility, soon to be known as New England Sports Village. Youth sports are an…

View photo . Al Horford has expanded the range on his jump shot. (NBAE via Getty Images) The NBA’s star-studded free-agent class this summer could include LeBron James and Kevin Durant, yet Atlanta Hawks big man Al Horford is confident he won’t get lost in the crowd. The nine-year veteran has had a solid career, averaging 14.3 points and nine rebounds per game. Yet he hasn’t stopped expanding his game….

It’s an old Wall Street truism: “Bulls make money, bears make money, pigs get slaughtered.” Two months ago, TV was drowned in ads for FanDuel and DraftKings, obnoxious, can’t-lose, get-rich-fast sports betting come-ons starring young men. That avalanche coincided with a gold rush of multimillion-dollar investors — pro sports leagues, their partner TV networks, teams and team owners, even the NFL players’ union — who didn’t seem to have a…

Image copyright Science Photo Library Image caption The warnings against banned substances have now reached school sport A school in Somerset has signed up for an anti-sports-doping accreditation scheme, the first time a school in the UK has sought this official “clean sport” status. UK Anti-Doping ensures sports bodies comply with international anti-doping regulations. It now offers accreditation to sports played in schools and universities. The head of sport at…

View photo . Al Horford has expanded the range on his jump shot. (NBAE via Getty Images) The NBA’s star-studded free-agent class this summer could include LeBron James and Kevin Durant, yet Atlanta Hawks big man Al Horford is confident he won’t get lost in the crowd. The nine-year veteran has had a solid career, averaging 14.3 points and nine rebounds per game. Yet he hasn’t stopped expanding his game….

In the slow march towards smarter everything, one specific space has been tough to take on: sports watches. No matter what anyone tells you, a very basic, very usable Garmin or Fitbit still beats smartwatches by a mile for usability and accuracy. However, products like the Motorola 360 Sport are quickly catching up. First the bad news: this isn’t quite the sports watch you’re looking for. It is basically a…

Ed Balls Former Labour politician Ed Balls on the Bake Off Following Samantha Cameron’s triumph in the first episode, Mr Balls will have to roll up his sleeves to equal her brilliance. But the father of three, who was taught to cook by his mum, is no stranger in the kitchen and apparently bakes birthday cakes for his children. Among his creations are an edible iPad, a pirate ship, a…

It’s an old Wall Street truism: “Bulls make money, bears make money, pigs get slaughtered.” Two months ago, TV was drowned in ads for FanDuel and DraftKings, obnoxious, can’t-lose, get-rich-fast sports betting come-ons starring young men. That avalanche coincided with a gold rush of multimillion-dollar investors — pro sports leagues, their partner TV networks, teams and team owners, even the NFL players’ union — who didn’t seem to have a…

In the slow march towards smarter everything, one specific space has been tough to take on: sports watches. No matter what anyone tells you, a very basic, very usable Garmin or Fitbit still beats smartwatches by a mile for usability and accuracy. However, products like the Motorola 360 Sport are quickly catching up. First the bad news: this isn’t quite the sports watch you’re looking for. It is basically a…

In the slow march towards smarter everything, one specific space has been tough to take on: sports watches. No matter what anyone tells you, a very basic, very usable Garmin or Fitbit still beats smartwatches by a mile for usability and accuracy. However, products like the Motorola 360 Sport are quickly catching up. First the bad news: this isn’t quite the sports watch you’re looking for. It is basically a…

It’s an old Wall Street truism: “Bulls make money, bears make money, pigs get slaughtered.” Two months ago, TV was drowned in ads for FanDuel and DraftKings, obnoxious, can’t-lose, get-rich-fast sports betting come-ons starring young men. That avalanche coincided with a gold rush of multi-million dollar investors — pro sports leagues, their partner TV networks, teams and team owners, even the NFL players’ union — who didn’t seem to have…

Media playback is not supported on this device Things fans do on transfer deadline day Saido Berahino was staying at West Brom (again) while Aston Villa were only confirming failed signings, rather than actual done deals. Stoke’s Peter Odemwingie had not appeared in Marseille’s car park and Premier League managers were lining up to tell BBC Sport they would not be adding to their squads. Despite a record £1bn being…

The moment is finally here. The inaugural podcast of JJ Redick, the iconic and legendary college basketball player from Duke University and current starter for the Los Angeles Clippers. Redick addresses the Blake Griffin situation and has a very candid discussion with former teammate and friend Jared Dudley of the Washington Wizards. You’ll also hear Redick and Dudley discuss what things they think are overrated in this week’s “Four on…

It’s an old Wall Street truism: “Bulls make money, bears make money, pigs get slaughtered.” Two months ago, TV was drowned in ads for FanDuel and DraftKings, obnoxious, can’t-lose, get-rich-fast sports betting come-ons starring young men. That avalanche coincided with a gold rush of multi-million dollar investors — pro sports leagues, their partner TV networks, teams and team owners, even the NFL players’ union — who didn’t seem to have…

John Terry has won the Premier League four times Chelsea captain John Terry has not been offered a new contract and looks set to leave at the end of the season. The 35-year-old defender, who joined the Blues at the age of 14 and played 696 games for the club, has won four Premier League titles, five FA Cups and the Champions League with the Blues. “Ideally, I would have…

It’s an old Wall Street truism: “Bulls make money, bears make money, pigs get slaughtered.” Two months ago, TV was drowned in ads for FanDuel and DraftKings, obnoxious, can’t-lose, get-rich-fast sports betting come-ons starring young men. That avalanche coincided with a gold rush of multi-million dollar investors — pro sports leagues, their partner TV networks, teams and team owners, even the NFL players’ union — who didn’t seem to have…

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A number of technology startups are devising creative new ways of detecting concussions in pro and amateur athletes, using apps, tablets and sensors to monitor the often debilitating brain injury. Play Video Sports organizations increasingly are looking for better concussion detection methods, and a sense of urgency has grown with the release of the 2015 film “Concussion” starring Will Smith on the problem of chronic brain injury suffered by American…

Media playback is not supported on this device FA Cup: Carlisle Utd 0-3 Everton highlights Arouna Kone, Aaron Lennon and Ross Barkley scored as Everton progressed to the fifth round of the FA Cup with a comfortable victory at Carlisle. Everton took the lead inside two minutes when a ball from Tom Cleverley released Lennon down the right and he crossed low for Kone to tap in. Lennon effectively ended…