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Alabama left out of playoff as committee rewards SMU’s wins

NEW YORK (AP) — The College Football Playoff committee took SMU’s wins over Alabama’s strength of schedule, picking the Mustangs for the final at-large spot Sunday after a furious public debate and days of lobbying and arguing over which teams should make the 12-team field. SMU (11-2) ...

Ex-defense chief detained for South Korean martial law

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean prosecutors on Sunday detained a former defense minister who allegedly recommended last week’s brief but stunning martial law imposition to President Yoon Suk Yeol, making him the first figure detained over the case. The development came a day after ...

Juan Soto agrees to record $765 million, 15-year deal with Mets

DALLAS (AP) — Star outfielder Juan Soto and the New York Mets have agreed to a record $765 million, 15-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press, believed to be the largest pact in team sports history. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the ...

Notre Dame reopens after 2019 fire

PARIS (AP) — Notre Dame Cathedral, its air thick with the smell of incense, hosted its first Mass on Sunday since the catastrophic fire of 2019, a moment that transcended religious significance to become a powerful symbol of Paris’ resilience. Beneath the glow of traditional chandeliers ...

Cowboys try to stay on a roll as struggling Bengals visit Monday

DALLAS (AP) — With star quarterback Dak Prescott already sidelined for the season by a torn hamstring, the Dallas Cowboys now have to go the rest of the way without right guard Zack Martin because of the seven-time All-Pro’s bad ankle. The latest injury downer for Dallas comes with the ...