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"Internal matter": MEA dismisses US lawmaker's criticism of FCRA Bill

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:32:40 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 7 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday dismissed criticism surrounding India's foreign funding regulations, asserting that legislative affairs remain an internal prerogative governed by Parliament.

Addressing a bi-weekly media briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal pointed out that various international jurisdictions, including the United States, enforce regulation

Giorgia Whigham joins Kevin Bacon in horror thriller 'Summoner'

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:58:25 GMT

Los Angeles [US], August 7 (ANI): Actress Giorgia Whigham has joined the cast of Amazon MGM Studios' upcoming horror thriller 'Summoner', starring opposite Kevin Bacon in director Jeremy Slater's feature directorial debut, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Slater, known for his work on 'Mortal Kombat II' and 'The Umbrella Academy', has also written the screenplay for the film.

According to the filmmakers

Priyanka Chopra joins Russell Crowe in sci-fi action thriller 'Bluefly'

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:31:27 GMT

Washington [US], August 7 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra is set to star opposite Oscar winner Russell Crowe in the upcoming sci-fi action thriller 'Bluefly'.

The film will be directed by Nimrod Antal and is scheduled to begin principal photography later this year on Australia's Gold Coast, as reported by Deadline.

'Bluefly' is directed by Antal, known for Predators, from a screenplay by David Frigerio (Beast), Will

R Praggnanandhaa seals Grand Chess Tour St Louid Rapid and Blitz title

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:58:19 GMT

New York [US], August 7 (ANI): Indian grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured the Grand Chess Tour St Louis Rapid and Blitz title on Friday.

The 20-year-old drew against Javokhir Sindarov during the penultimate round to seal the tournament with a score of 23/35 points, finishing 1.5 points ahead of everyone else.

Posting on X, the official handle of ChessBase India wrote, 'Its 2:16 AM in India right now, and

Report: Extension-eligible Anthony Davis, Wizards wait on contract talks

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:19:03 GMT

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Anthony Davis and the Washington Wizards are not rushing into contract talks as he became eligible for an extension on Thursday, according to reports.

The Athletic reported no significant talks toward a new deal have taken place before the two sides. CBS Sports reported Thursday the conversations are being tabled until closer to the regular season.

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Discrimination does not happen on basis of economic conditions: Centre opposes plea seeking income-based benefits within reserved categories

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:00:21 GMT

New Delhi [India], August 6 (ANI): The Union Government has opposed a plea in the Supreme Court seeking income-based provision of benefits within the reserved categories, by contending that discrimination against Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs)/Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBCs) does not occur on the basis of economic conditions, but stems from historica

Diksha leads Indian challenge at PIF London Championship

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:29:31 GMT

London [UK], August 6 (ANI): Diksha Dagar will spearhead the Indian challenge at the USD 2 million PIF London Championship as the Ladies European Tour (LET) enters the final week of its United Kingdom swing at Centurion Club in Hertfordshire.

Joining Diksha in the 120-player field are fellow Indians Aditi Ashok, Pranavi Urs and rookie Avani Prashanth, with all four looking to build momentum heading into the closi

Purdue hires Rice's Tommy McClelland as new AD

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:19:03 GMT

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Purdue announced the hiring of Tommy McClelland on Wednesday as the Boilermakers' new vice president and director of intercollegiate athletics.

McClelland has been serving as the athletic director at Rice since 2023. He will be formally introduced at a press conference on Thursday.McClelland succeeds Mike Bobinski, who announced earlier this year that he is stepping

LIV Golf secures 'lead' investor for player-driven future

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:40:27 GMT

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LIV Golf has secured a 'lead investor' to keep the lights on and the league will move forward with players becoming majority equity holders, CEO Scott O'Neil announced Wednesday.

A signed agreement is in place with the unnamed investor and has been approved by the LIV Golf board, O'Neil said. The transaction is expected to close in September. No details on the

SA20: Mitch Marsh joins SEC, Sam Curran returns as franchises finalise pre-auction squads

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:01:23 GMT

Johannesburg [South Africa], August 5 (ANI): The milestone fifth season of the SA20 is set to get bigger and better, with T20 superstars Mitchell Marsh, Joe Root, Sam Curran, Jason Holder and Phil Salt joining the fold as the six franchises confirmed their pre-auction retentions and signings ahead of the new edition.

Durban's Super Giants and Paarl Royals are the only two teams to have completed their 19-player

WR Zay Flowers, Ravens agree to four-year, $140M extension

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:55:12 GMT

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Two-time Pro-Bowl wide receiver Zay Flowers agreed to a four-year, $140 million extension on Tuesday that includes $108 million guaranteed with the Baltimore Ravens.

Flowers' representatives at WinSportsGroup released details of the deal to multiple media outlets before the Ravens made the move official without disclosing financial framework.

At $35 millio

Cubs acquire LHP Clay Holmes, OF Tyrone Taylor from Mets

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 06:55:42 GMT

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The Chicago Cubs continued a major trade deadline surge by acquiring right-handed starter Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the New York Mets on Monday.

The Cubs, who previously added right-hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays and left-hander Braxton Garrett from the Miami Marlins to bolster their rotation, sent third baseman/shortstop J

US weighs closure of five consulates in Canada, Japan, Indonesia, Cameroon and Grenada in diplomatic downsizing, sources say

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 01:30:14 GMT

Washington DC [US], August 4 (ANI): As part of its effort to downsize America's global diplomatic footprint, the US State Department has notified Congress of plans to close five consulates in Canada, Japan, Indonesia, Cameroon and Grenada.

According to Reuters, the State Department informed some congressional committees late last week that it intends to shut its embassy in St George's, Grenada; consulates in Nago

Reports: Cubs acquire LHP Clay Holmes, OF Tyrone Taylor

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:55:14 GMT

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The Chicago Cubs continued a major trade deadline surge by acquiring right-handed starter Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the New York Mets, according to multiple media reports.

The Cubs, who have already traded for right-hander Kevin Gausman from Toronto and reportedly left-hander Braxton Garrett from the Miami Marlins to bolster their rotation,

DE Jadeveon Clowney says he's signing with Texans

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:19:02 GMT

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Former No. 1 pick Jadeveon Clowney is returning to the Houston Texans for the first time since the 2018 season, he told multiple media outlets on Sunday.

Clowney will sign with Houston for a base value of $5.5 million and a max value of $8 million, KPRC 2 in Houston reported.

'It wasn't about the money,' Clowney told the Houston TV station. 'It was about legacy and

Saints WR Ja'Lynn Polk, 24, placed on retired list

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:19:13 GMT

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The New Orleans Saints placed 24-year-old wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk on the reserve/retired list on Sunday.

A reason for Polk's decision to retire was not yet known. Head coach Kellen Moore said Polk had been excused from the past two training camp practices for personal reasons. The receiver's Instagram account also appeared to be deactivated or removed as of Su

Mavericks sign F Naji Marshall to multi-year contract extension

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:19:02 GMT

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The Dallas Mavericks announced Sunday that they signed forward Naji Marshall to a multi-year contract extension, keeping one of their most versatile contributors in place following his best NBA season.

Dallas did not disclose financial details, but ESPN reported the fully guaranteed deal is worth $52.2 million over three years and runs through the 2029-30 season. Ma

Lottie Woad among 8 players to make Euro Solheim Cup team

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:05:03 GMT

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Eight of the 12 players for the European Solheim Cup team are now set in stone, with rising star Lottie Woad leading the way.

The 22-year-old Englishwoman was named to her first Solheim Cup team on Sunday when the automatic qualifiers locked in following the AIG Women's Open.

Two players, Charley Hull of England and Esther Henseleit of Germany, qualified from t

Shiho Kuwaki wins Women's Open in playoff for first major title

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:55:24 GMT

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Japan's Shiho Kuwaki won her first major championship as she defeated Germany's Esther Henseleit on the second playoff hole Sunday to claim the Women's Open in Lytham St Annes, England.

Kuwaki posted a 1-under-par 70 on Sunday to be the first to finish at 5-under 279 through four rounds at Royal Lytham & St Annes. Henseleit sank a 40-foot birdie putt at No. 18 to cap her fi

Texans reportedly bring back Jadeveon Clowney, sign Mario Edwards

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:55:13 GMT

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Former No. 1 pick Jadeveon Clowney is returning to the Houston Texans for the first time since the 2018 season, multiple reports said Sunday.

Clowney will sign with Houston for a base value of $5.5 million and a max value of $8 million, KPRC2 in Houston reported.

The report came on the heels of the Texans re-signing veteran defensive end Mario Edwards, who played t

Former Pro Bowl G Andrus Peat announces retirement

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:40:21 GMT

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Andrus Peat, who earned three Pro Bowl selections at guard during his 11-year NFL career, announced his retirement via a weekend Instagram post.

'11 years in the league, I gave it everything I had. I may be walking away from football, but not from the lessons it taught me,' Peat wrote.

The 32-year old was a mainstay for the New Orleans Saints from 2015-23. The

Training the UK 'surgeons of the future' using robots

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:49:13 GMT

"We've done some very, very intricate operating today," said the 60-year-old consultant thoracic surgeon.

"We've saved a lot of lung, we've gone around some really, really small vessels and really small airways."

He was addressing three surgeons from another English hospital observing Stamenkovic using the new da Vinci 5 robotic-assisted surgical system, made by US company Intuitive.

The equipment wil

UK's 'surgeons of the future' are training with robotic assistance

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:49:13 GMT

Pulling his face away from an immersive 3D headset looking deep inside a patient's lung, doctor Sasha Stamenkovic recounted the final steps of an operation using robots to remove a tumour.

"We've done some very, very intricate operating today," said the 60-year-old consultant thoracic surgeon.

"We've saved a lot of lung, we've gone around some really, really small vessels and really small airways."

Training a new generation of UK surgeons using robots

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:49:13 GMT

Pulling his face away from an immersive 3D headset looking deep inside a patient's lung, doctor Sasha Stamenkovic recounted the final steps of an operation using robots to remove a tumour.

"We've done some very, very intricate operating today," said the 60-year-old consultant thoracic surgeon.

"We've saved a lot of lung, we've gone around some really, really small vessels and really small airways."

Missouri voters decide tax overhaul amid healthcare concerns

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:20:52 GMT

By Bram Sable-Smith for KFF Health News.

Broadcast version by Chrystal Blair for Missouri News Service reporting for the KFF Health News-Public News Service Collaboration

Missouri heal

Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints for Friday, August 7

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:15:06 GMT

Drew Brees Hall of Fame celebration continues in Canton ahead of induction ceremony

New Orleans Saints

Here are your Five Things to Know about the New Orleans Saints for Friday, August 7:

1. Catch all the coverage from thePro Football Hall of Fame events in Canton. Don't miss our feature asDrew Brees' family reflects on his legendary Saints careerand celebrate his induction into the Pro Football Hal

Atlanta Falcons release LB Troy Andersen

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:14:14 GMT

A former second-round pick by the Falcons in the 2022 NFL Draft, Andersen showed tantalizing ability when on the field but has dealt with injuries the last three years.

Will McFadden

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. The Atlanta Falcons released linebacker Troy Andersen on Friday morning.

A former second-round pick by the Falcons in the 2022 NFL Draft, Andersen showed tantalizing ability when on the field. His si

Training Camp Takeaways: Practice Day 8

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:33:26 GMT

A look at key quotes from the podium on Thursday, including Keionte Scott and Al Quadin-Muhammad discussing their versatile roles on defense, along with former Super Bowl Winning-Head Coach Jon Gruden talking Rueben Bain Jr.

Brianna Dix

Rookie Role

Keionte Scott, the Buccaneers' fourth-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, has lined up at various spots in Tampa Bay's defense since his

Inbox: It's just the tip of the iceberg

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Yesterdays price is not todays price in the NFL

Wes Hodkiewicz

Craig from Appleton, WI

Seeing the contract signed by Zay Flowers this week was really eye opening. He gets the same money as Justin Jefferson annually. It makes the contracts signed byJayden ReedandChristian Watsonseem like a bargain by comparison. Where does the madness end? Makes the Packers look even smarter by comparison.

Spadaro: A.J. Epenesa says signing with Eagles 'a no-brainer for me'

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:39 GMT

Epenesa signed with the Eagles at the conclusion of the spring practices, so he spent plenty of time on video meetings learning the playbook ahead of Training Camp.

Dave Spadaro

For a long while in the spring, A.J. Epenesadidn'tknow what his football futureheld.

He had six solid years playing with Buffalo on his resume after the Bills made him a second-roundselectionin the 2019 NFL Draft. He nearly

Saints announce talent for 2026 preseason TV broadcasts

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:30:51 GMT

Joel Meyers, Jon Stinchcomb return to call preseason opener against Jacksonville Jaguars on August 15

New Orleans Saints

The New Orleans Saints announced today the television broadcast team for the club's 2026 preseason schedule, featuring veteran broadcaster Joel Meyers on play-by-play, former Saints offensive lineman Jon Stinchcomb serving as the color analyst, former Saints All-Pro tackle Terron Armste

Browns surprise two Northeast Ohio high schools with 170 new helmets

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:09:25 GMT

Campbell Memorial High School and Jefferson Area High School were given Riddell helmets before the Browns open practice

Brian D'Aguanno

When Jefferson Area High School head coach Caleb Davis pulled out his team's helmets earlier this summer in preparation for the season, he was unsure of their condition. Some players on the team talked about saving up money to buy their own helmets.

"That hurts me as

News & Notes: Ja'Kobi Lane's Hand Strength Continues to Impress

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:08:51 GMT

Clifton Brown

Throughout training camp, rookie wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane has displayed his ability to make difficult catches.

That reminds Offensive Coordinator Declan Doyle of a talented receiver from his past. Doyle began his NFL coaching career as an offensive assistant with the New Orleans Saints (2019-22) when they had Michael Thomas, who had four straight 1,000-yard seasons from 2016-19.

Thomas

Making a Champion

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:30:41 GMT

THE SURGEON
THE REBUILDER
THE TEACHER
THE COACHES
THE TARGET

No one gets to the Pro Football Hall of Fame alone.

Behind every bronze bust is a network of people whose guidance, trust, experience and support helped make greatness possible. Coaches that took a chance on them, trainers and physical therapists that helped perfect their craft and teammates that pu

Spadaro: Marcus Epps takes Andrew Mukuba under his wing

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:30:33 GMT

The veteran has seen it all in the NFL and explains why he appreciates the second-year player's approach.

Dave Spadaro

There has always been, in many instances, a big brother/little brother element in the Eagles' locker room, a key to the team's success through the years. When the veterans on the team care enough and are selfless enough to show younger players the way, transitionshappen,careers are grown,

Rakestraw shifting his mindset heading into Year 3

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:00:35 GMT

Tim Twentyman

Lions cornerbackEnnis Rakestraw Jr.has a big opportunity ahead of him entering his third NFL season.

He's gotten first-team reps along withRock Ya-Sinas Detroit determines who will start Week 1 at the outside cornerback spot oppositeD.J. Reedwhen the Lions host New Orleans at Ford Field in 39 days.

Rakestraw's had some bad injury luck his first two years, playing in just eight games his

Camp Wrap, Day 6: Walker "Back in That Rhythm"

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:46:44 GMT

John Oehser

JACKSONVILLEHe's big, strong and versatile. As always.

Perhaps most notable these days for Jaguars defensive endTravon Walkeris he is healthy again and as his fifth NFL training camp continues at theMiller Electric Center, he's increasingly comfortable and focused.

Walker, fully healthy after playing through knee and wrist injuries last season, spoke to the media Tuesday f

Eagles Training Camp Notes: Who shined with the pads on

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:38:44 GMT

The defensive line and secondary had a dominant practice on Tuesday.

PhiladelphiaEagles.com

The first padded practice took place on Monday, but was limited due to the weather, which forced the action inside to the bubble at the Jefferson Health Training Complex. The weather was not a factor on Tuesday, allowing for the first outdoor padded practice of 2026 Eagles Training Camp.

Tuesday marked the fi

Alex Anzalone Forged by Grit, Built for Tampa Bay

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:16:00 GMT

Alex Anzalone spent five years building a winning culture in Detroit. Now, he's bringing that same edge to Tampa Bay

Gabriel Kahaian

Training Camp is in full swing, offering an early look at what the 2026 Tampa Bay Buccaneers could become. The team left last season with a bitter taste in its mouth, a shot at NFC South history slipping away by just one game. Things look a bit different now at One Buc witho

Zay Flowers and Ravens Agree to Contract Extension

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:26:22 GMT

Clifton Brown

The Ravens had agreed to terms with WR Zay Flowers on a multi-year contract extension.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the extension is for four years, $140 million with $108 million guaranteed. The extension reportedly ties Flowers with wide receiver Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings in new-money average per year.

Flowers had his second straight Pro Bowl season in 2025 and ha

Ravens Sign Zay Flowers to Contract Extension

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:26:22 GMT

Clifton Brown

On Wednesday morning, the Ravens signed WR Zay Flowers to a multi-year contract extension.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the extension is for four years, $140 million with $108 million guaranteed. The extension ties Flowers with wide receiver Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings in new-money average per year.

Flowers had his second straight Pro Bowl season in 2025 and has led t

Impact: Pickens' value continuing to climb

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:11:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com

As wide receiver market grows, so does George Pickens' value

On Tuesday, Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers agreed to terms on a four-year, $140 million extension to remain in Baltimore, according to multiple reports including NFL Media. Flowers now becomes tied with Justin Jefferson as the fourth-highest paid wide receiver in the NFL in average annual value at $35 million per season.

Get to Know Vikings CB Zemaiah Vaughn

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:47:55 GMT

Lindsey Young

Throughout Vikings Training Camp, we'll be running a "Get to Know" series spotlighting first- and second-year players to share more of their stories and familiarize fans with Minnesota's roster.

EAGAN, Minn.Zemaiah Vaughn initially thought it might be a joke.

Nearing signing day following his high school career at Beaumont United, Vaughn had one collegiate offer from nea

Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints for Monday, August 3

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:15:32 GMT

Saints put on pads for the first time during Mondays open practice

New Orleans Saints

Here are your Five Things to Know about the New Orleans Saints for Monday, August 3:

1. Pads come on for Day 5 ofSaints Training Camp 2026 presented by Rouses Markets. The open practice begins at 9 a.m. at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center.

2. Fans in attendance at Friday's practice can access the Saints

Saquon Barkley provides a surprise for a military family

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:45:00 GMT

Master Sergeant Steven Digby, a Giants fan, wanted to thank his Eagles-loving wife and Barkley came through in the clutch.

Chris McPherson

Master Sergeant Steven Digby, who will retire in December after more than 20 years in the Air Force, applied through the USO for tickets to the annual Military Day celebration at Eagles Training Camp.

There was just one issue.

He's a Giants fan.

As mu

Former NBA center Daniel Theis joins Maccabi Tel Aviv

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:18:21 GMT

JERUSALEM, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- Israeli EuroLeague basketball club Maccabi Tel Aviv announced on Wednesday the signing of Daniel Theis on a two-year contract.

The 34-year-old German center spent eight seasons in the NBA and was part of the German national teams that won the 2023 FIBA World Cup and 2025 EuroBasket titles.

The club did not disclose financial details, but Israeli media reported that Theis will

Brazil midfielder Danilo on Atalanta radar

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:18:17 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- Brazil midfielder Danilo dos Santos is close to joining Italian Serie A club Atalanta, according to media reports.

Danilo is contracted to Botafogo until June 2029 with a release clause reportedly in excess of 30 million euros.

Manchester United, AC Milan and Zenit St Petersburg have also been linked with the 25-year-old.

Danilo has made 43 appearances for Botafog

Analysis: Managerial changes add extra spice to new Premier League season

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:45:38 GMT

LONDON, Aug. 4 (Xinhua) -- With less than three weeks to go before the start of the new Premier League season, the campaign looks set to be one of the most unpredictable in years, not only because of the clubs' summer signings but also because of widespread changes in the dugouts.

No fewer than nine top-flight sides are currently adapting to a new coach, making predictions particularly difficult, with three of t

Todd Blanche headed for Senate confirmation as Cassidy says he will cast deciding vote

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:57:12 GMT

WASHINGTON (CN) - Todd Blanche appeared on track to be confirmed at the next U.S. attorney general on Friday morning, as a linchpin Republican lawmaker said in a speech on the Senate floor he would vote to confirm the nominee.

The move from Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy all but ensures Blanche has enough votes to clear a crucial Senate vote this week and comes just hours after another GOP senator said she d

Fleeing from the Taliban

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:37:23 GMT

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Chevron tries to dodge $745 million verdict over Louisiana coastline damage

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:27:22 GMT

(CN) - Chevron maintained on Wednesday before a Fifth Circuit panel that lawsuits by Louisiana and its various parishes accusing it of decades of coastline damage from oil drilling belong in federal court, not state court.

In its effort to undo a Louisiana jury's $745 million verdict, Chevron argues that a