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'A cold cell for being a journalist': Husband of US-Russian national Alsu Kurmasheva calls for her release

Alsu Kurmasheva is a dual US-Russian citizen and journalist who has been detained by Russia since October 18, charged with failing to register as a “foreign agent” despite having travelled to Russia for a family emergency. She faces up to five years in prison if convicted. Her husband has called…

France 24

Diana Taurasi in new role as she chases history and 6th Olympic gold medal

Diana Taurasi is settling into a new role with USA Basketball

The Independent UK

Brittney Griner Takes Major Step Toward Playing for Team USA in 2024 Olympics

The three-time gold medalist could be on the verge of an anticipated return to the international stage in next year’s Summer Games.

Sports Illustrated

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Brittney Griner, 5-time Olympian Diana Taurasi head up US national women's roster for November

Five-time Olympic gold medalist Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner head up the USA Basketball Women’s National Team roster announced Thursday for two exhibition games and training camp in November

The Independent UK

WNBA players’ offseason playing options shrink as wars in Israel, Ukraine continue

Last offseason nearly half the league’s 144 players made the trek to Israel, Australia, Turkey, Italy and about a half-dozen other countries to supplement their incomes.

Chicago Sun-Times

Israel-Hamas war means one less overseas option for WNBA players with Russia already out

WNBA players have one less option to play overseas with the conflict in Israel, adding to diminishing opportunities amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine

The Independent UK

Here’s what the AP voters absolutely got right and wrong for its 2023 WNBA awards

The AP WNBA awards are out and something don't make sense.

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Denver is a prime candidate for the WNBA's planned expansion

The WNBA is looking to bring in at least one new team by 2025.

The Street

Brittney Griner, Mercury Break WNBA Record With Incredible First Quarter vs. Sun

They broke the previous record set just last month.

Sports Illustrated

Flying with weed? It’s still very much illegal – just ask Gigi Hadid

After the supermodel was fined for travelling to the Cayman Islands with ganja, Kevin E G Perry explores why taking cannabis on a flight can still land you in hot water, even if it was bought legally

The Independent UK

Flying with weed? It’s still very much illegal – just ask Gigi Hadid

After the supermodel was fined for travelling to the Cayman Islands with ganja, Kevin E G Perry explores why taking cannabis on a flight can still land you in hot water, even if it was bought legally

The Independent UK

Brittney Griner to miss two WNBA games to focus on her mental health

WNBA star re-signed with Phoenix Mercury after release from Russian prison

The Independent UK

Brittney Griner Takes Short Break From Basketball for Mental Health

The WNBA star is expected to miss two games.

The Street

Sky get much-needed win against Mercury

Five players score in double figures in must-win game against 10th-place Mercury.

Chicago Sun-Times

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Chicago Sun-Times

As trade deadline approaches, Sky don’t appear to be active despite clear need for changes

Former coach/GM James Wade’s hurried attempt to stop the bleeding in the wake of the departures of Candace Parker, Courtney Vandersloot and Allie Quigley not only failed to prevent a rebuild, but it also poses a realistic hindrance to the Sky’s future success.

Sports Illustrated

Brittney Griner Not Traveling With Mercury on Road Trip Due to Mental Health

The Phoenix star will not play in the team’s next two games.

The Guardian - US

Can Unrivaled stop WNBA players being forced to make their money abroad?

Brittney Griner’s ordeal in a Russian prison highlighted the risks of pursuing a basketball career overseas. A new league hopes to solve the problem

Los Angeles Times

Gigi Hadid celebrates freedom after Cayman Islands arrest with thirst traps on the beach

After Gigi Hadid and a friend were arrested on suspicion of trying to bring marijuana into the Cayman Islands, they celebrated their release by posting thirst traps from a hotel pool and beach.

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The Independent UK

Brittney Griner makes an emotional and dominant return to record-setting WNBA All-Star Game

Brittney Griner scored 18 points, including two dunks, in her return to the All-Star Game to lead Team Stewart to a 143-127 win over Team Wilson

Tribune News Service

Brittney Griner, other WNBA All-Stars react to Unrivaled league started by former UConn players

Breanna Stewart couldn’t help but break out in a wide grin during media availability Friday ahead of the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game.

The Independent UK

Brittney Griner surprised herself with making the WNBA All-Star Game

Brittney Griner didn’t know what to expect when the WNBA season began and how she would respond after the trauma she experienced of being incarcerated in Russia that also forced her off the court for many months

The Conversation

A US-Russia prisoner swap for reporter Evan Gershkovich could be tricky: 3 essential reads on the recent history

The parents of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who is being detained in Russia where he has been accused of espionage, said in multiple July 12, 2023, news reports that President Joe Biden promised to do whatever it takes to bring their son home.

Sports Illustrated

A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart Select 2023 WNBA All-Star Game Rosters

The two superstars drafted their teams for next Saturday’s game.

Tribune News Service

Breanna Stewart’s 43 points leads Liberty past Brittney Griner, Mercury

NEW YORK — Even with Brittney Griner, the Phoenix Mercury didn’t have enough to match the Liberty.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Supreme court rules against fringe legal theory in key voting rights case

North Carolina Republicans requested justices issue after following dispute over electoral maps. Plus, Brittney Griner’s triumphant return to the WNBA

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