Dell’Orso and Campbell knock off Elon 69-67

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Montana State takes on Idaho following Ford’s 21-point game

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Barnes and Sam Houston host Florida International

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Massachusetts Senate approves gun bill aimed at ghost guns and assault weapons

BOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts Senate approved a sweeping gun bill Thursday designed to crack down on “ghost guns,” toughen the state’s prohibition on assault weapons and outlaw devices that convert semiautomatic firearms into fully automatic machine guns. The Senate approved the bill on a 37-3 vote. The measure is part of an effort by the state to respond to …

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Andrews scores 25, UMKC takes down Denver 85-71

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Saint Peter’s hosts Niagara after Bayless’ 21-point showing

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AP Week in Pictures: Global

Jan. 26-Feb, 1, 2024 Venice celebrates the opening of Carnival season, and the world’s largest cruise ship departs Port Miami on its first public cruise. Regions of Spain are hit by a drought. People around the world support Palestinians, while both sides in the Israel-Hamas war bury their dead. Artifacts illegally taken away from Nepal return home, and roses are …

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Eastern Michigan visits Northern Illinois following Amos’ 25-point showing

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Greece sells 30% stake in Athens airport operator, drawing strong investor interest

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greece completed a major privatization Friday, selling its 30% stake in the biggest airport operator in the tourism-reliant country during an initial public offering, officials said. Shares in Athens International Airport are expected to begin trading on the Athens stock exchange starting Wednesday, the airport said in a statement. Finance Minister Costis Hadzidakis said the listing …

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European transfer deadline day sees Premier League spending power significantly reduced

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The January transfer window closed on Thursday with the Premier League’s spending power considerably down on previous years. Based on reported fees, top-flight clubs in England spent around $120.55 million on signings, not including loan deals. A year ago, Chelsea’s $357 million mid-season spree was part of a league record outlay of around $831 million. Figures …

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