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Key Points Bet365 sportsbook is now live in 17 states License previously held by PokerStars There are now 15 Michigan online casinos Clearly, bet365 isn’t done expanding across the United States as the brand is officially live in Michigan. April 17 is the official launch day. It means Michigan gamblers can download the integrated bet365 online sportsbook and iGaming platform. New Jersey and Pennsylvania are the only other states where the combined product is live.

Mar 14, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) reacts as a ball gets past him at the net during his semifinal match against Daniil Medvedev (RUS) in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz announced Friday that his wrist injury will keep him out of next week's Madrid Open.

Demonstrators wave Iranian flags in solidarity with the people of Iran during a rally at Arizona State University in Tempe on Oct. 1, 2022.

Jan 18, 2023; Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Alex Molcan during his second round match against Felix Auger-Aliassime on day three of the 2023 Australian Open tennis tournament at Melbourne Park. Mandatory Credit: Mike Frey-Imagn Images Unseeded Slovakian qualifier Alex Molcan continued his strong run in Munich on Friday and joined three top seeds in the semifinals at the BMW Open.

Aug 23, 2025; Mississauga, Ontario, CAN; Minjee Lee plays her tee shot at the third hole during third round play at the CPKC Women's Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images World No. 6 Minjee Lee withdrew from the LA Championship prior to the start of the second round on Friday. No reason was provided by the LPGA Tour. The 29-year-old Australian star was tied for 40th after she posted a 3-under 69 in the first round at the El Caballero Country Club in Tarzana, Calif.

Feb 01, 2026; Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Carlos Alcaraz of Spain and Novak Djokovic of Serbia during the trophy presentation after the final of the menís singles at the Australian Open at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne Park. Mandatory Credit: Mike Frey-Imagn Images World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz and No. 4 Novak Djokovic both withdrew Friday from next week's Madrid Open because of injuries.

St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. ( Mark Vergari / The Journal News ) Villanova and Notre Dame will open their 2026-27 basketball seasons on Nov. 1 in Rome. The men's and women's teams from both schools will play a doubleheader in the Italian capital that day in what has been named the Eternal City Tip-Off. It is no shock that these two schools were chosen to take part, given that they are two of the most prominent Catholic universities in the United States.

Sep 30, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; A general view of the game ball before the game between Washington Spirit and Kansas City Current at Audi Field. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images The NWSL reportedly is considering a switch to a fall-to-spring schedule to align with other top soccer leagues -- including MLS. ESPN reported on Friday that the NWSL's board of governors is expected to vote on the issue later this month.

Nov 23, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (4) warms up before the game against the Indianapolis Colts at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images A Texas court ruled former SMU cornerback Theodore "Teddy" Knox was "grossly negligent" in a 2024 street racing crash in Dallas that involved Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice.

Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) leaves the field following an AFC Wild Card Round win against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images All-Pro edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. agreed to a three-year, $150 million contract extension to make him the highest paid non-quarterback in NFL history, multiple media outlets reported on Friday.