Christopher Dean Hopkins
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The writer was best known for his works of historical fiction set in the early 20th-century United States. His son told the New York Times that he died Tuesday of complications from lung cancer. -
A frantic weekend of activity in Brussels resulted in a new financial rescue deal for Greece, preventing a near-term exit from the eurozone. -
In a battle between a fantastic attack and a fantastic defense, the latter prevailed, as two penalty kicks — one made, one whiffed — and a late insurance goal gave the U.S. the win. -
The win sets up a No. 2 vs. No. 1 matchup when the Americans will face Germany on Tuesday, as the U.S. continues its pursuit of its first World Cup title since 1999. -
Midfielders Megan Rapinoe and Lauren Holiday each received their second yellow card of the Women's World Cup in Monday night's match, resulting in automatic one-game suspensions. -
Police are still searching for a suspect in the attack, described as a young white man. Charleston police chief Gregory Mullen says the shooting will be investigated as a hate crime. -
CNN and other news organizations report Williams will shift over to MSNBC, where he'll cover breaking news, while Lester Holt will remain as anchor of NBC Nightly News. -
The victory, thanks to a goal by Abby Wambach, eases the Americans' path toward the World Cup, while the Nigerians were eliminated by the loss. -
The Warriors return to the Finals for the first time in 40 years with a convincing 104-90 victory over the Rockets. -
The Cavaliers, making only their second-ever trip to the finals in James' first season back with the team, will face the winner of the Golden State Warriors-Houston Rockets series.
