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Ralph Fiennes, right, appears with conductor Semyon Bychkov during curtain calls after his opera directing debut of Tchaikovky’s “Eugene Onegin” at the Palais Garnier in Paris on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Ron Blum)
Ralph Fiennes, star of stage and screen, makes opera debut in Paris directing `Eugene Onegin’
Ralph Fiennes made his opera directing debut with Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin” at the Paris Opera. Known for his cinematic background, Fiennes uses lighting to focus on one-on-one interactions.
 
New York Yankees' Cody Bellinger runs the bases after hitting a home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)
Cody Bellinger stays with the Yankees, agrees to $162.5 million, 5-year contract, AP source says
Cody Bellinger has agreed to stay with the New York Yankees on a five-year, $162.5 million contract.
 
This image released by the Metropolitan Opera shows bass-baritone Kyle Ketelsen, in the red car, during a rehearsal of Bizet’s “Carmen” at the Metropolitan Opera in New York on Dec. 28, 2023. (Ken Howard/Met Opera via AP)
In operatic dispute, Met Opera director and designers order names stripped from ‘Carmen’
The production team of Bizet’s “Carmen” at the Metropolitan Opera demanded their names be removed from programs due to a restaging decision.
 
Texas Rangers' Carlos Beltran follows through on a two-run home run swing as Los Angeles Angels catcher Carlos Perez watches in the fifth inning of a baseball game, Sept. 21, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)
Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame
Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones have been elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame. Beltrán, in his fourth ballot appearance, received 84.2% of the votes from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America.
 
New York Mets right fielder Carlos Beltran lunges for the ball during the third inning of an MLB baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, April 22, 2011 in New York. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones appear on track to gain election to the Baseball Hall of Fame
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones appear on track to gain election to the Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday.
 
Houston Astros' Victor Caratini sprints to third during a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas., Sept. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)
Catcher Victor Caratini and Twins agree to a $14 million, 2-year contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that catcher Victor Caratini and the Minnesota Twins have agreed Friday to a $14 million, two-year contract.
 
Philadelphia Phillies' J.T. Realmuto hits a double during the ninth inning in Game 2 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
J.T. Realmuto agrees to $45 million, 3-year deal to stay with Phillies, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that catcher J.T. Realmuto has agreed to a $45 million, three-year contract to stay with the Philadelphia Phillies.
 
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Ryan Weathers throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Sept. 24, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson, File)
Pitcher Ryan Weathers just got out of sauna when he learned of trade to the Yankees
Ryan Weathers has joined the New York Yankees after being traded from Miami. He learned about the trade on Tuesday after finishing a bullpen session.
 
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Ranger Suárez throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson, File)
Left-hander Ranger Suárez and Boston Red Sox agree to $130 million, 5-year contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that left-hander Ranger Suárez and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a $130 million, five-year contract.
 
This image released by The Royal Opera shows Jakub Hrůša during a performance with The Royal Opera Chorus and Orchestra of the Royal Opera House in London on Sept. 20, 2025. (Tristram Kenton/The Royal Opera via AP)
Royal Opera sees generation change as Jakub Hrůša and Speranza Scappucci come in
The Royal Opera in London is embracing a new era with Jakub Hrůša as music director and Speranza Scappucci as principal guest conductor.
 
Philadelphia Phillies' Max Kepler during the eighth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Free agent outfielder Max Kepler suspended 80 games by MLB following positive drug test
Free agent outfielder Max Kepler has been suspended for 80 games following a positive test for a banned performance-enhancing substance in violation of Major League Baseball’s drug program.
 
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal throws during the first inning in Game 5 of baseball's American League Division Series against the Seattle Mariners, Oct. 10, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, File)
Tarik Skubal asks for record $32 million in arbitration while Detroit Tigers offer $19 million
Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal asked for a record $32 million in salary arbitration while the Detroit Tigers offered the left-hander $19 million.
 
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred speaks at a new conference at Major League Baseball's office in New York on Jan. 8, 2026, announcing a volunteer initiative with Foster Love to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. (AP Photo/Ron Blum)
9 FanDuel network teams end deals, MLB prepared to produce and distribute broadcasts
Nine Major League Baseball teams have ended their deals with the FanDuel Sports Network for local broadcasts.
 
This image released by the Metropolitan Opera shows Lisette Oropesa, as Elvira, during a rehearsal for Bellini's "I Puritani" at the Metropolitan Opera in New York on Dec. 22, 2025. (Ken Howard/Met Opera via AP)
Lisette Oropesa shines and draws rave reactions in Met Opera’s ‘I Puritani’
Lisette Oropesa impresses Metropolitan Opera’s Peter Gelb with her talent and intellect. Gelb compares her to Beverly Sills, noting her quickness and connection with people.
 
Semyon Bychkov meets with media after being appointed The Czech Philharmonic new chief conductor and music director at the Rudolfinum concert hall in Prague, Czech Republic, Monday, Oct. 16, 2017. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek, File)
Semyon Bychkov to succeed Gustavo Dudamel as Paris Opera music director
Semyon Bychkov will succeed Gustavo Dudamel as music director of the Paris Opera starting in August 2028.
 
Washington Nationals third baseman Paul DeJong (14) in action during a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
Infielder Paul DeJong and New York Yankees agree to minor league contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that infielder Paul DeJong and the New York Yankees have agreed to a minor league contract.
 
Tatsuya Imai wears Seibu Lions' jersey during a news conference in Tokorozawa, Saitama prefecture, Japan, on Dec. 9, 2016. (Kyodo News via AP, File)
Right-hander Tatsuya Imai and Houston Astros agree to $54 million, 3-year contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that right-hander Tatsuya Imai and the Houston Astros have agreed to a $54 million, three-year contract.
 
Conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts the Vienna Philharmonic at the Musikverein in Vienna on Dec. 30, 2025, ahead of their New Year's Day concert. (Dieter Nagl/Vienna Philharmonic via AP)
Nézet-Séguin’s path to the Vienna New Year’s concert began when he replaced banned conductor in 2022
Yannick Nézet-Séguin’s journey to conducting the Vienna Philharmonic’s New Year’s Day concert began when he stepped in for a banned Russian conductor at Carnegie Hall in 2022.
 
Lithuanian soprano Asmik Grigorian performs in the opera, "Rusalka," at the Teatro Real in Madrid, Spain, on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue, File)
Soprano Asmik Grigorian to lead ‘Carmen’ and sing mezzo-soprano role this summer
Soprano Asmik Grigorian is to sing the title role in Georges Bizet’s “Carmen,” a mezzo-soprano touchstone, for the first time at the Salzburg Festival this summer.
 
Atlanta Braves pitcher Andy Messersmith poses, April 1976. (AP Photo/File)
It’s been 50 years since a lawyer’s decision unlocked free agency in MLB and changed sports forever
Sports were turned upside down 50 years ago Tuesday by a man who never threw or kicked a ball. A lawyer with expertise in labor relations struck down Major League Baseball’s reserve clause, which had bound players to their teams since the 1870s.
 
Seattle Mariners' Jorge Polanco hits a solo home run off Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal during the sixth inning in Game 2 of baseball's American League Division Series, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer, File)
Jorge Polanco, with 1 pitch of first base experience, willing to make move for New York Mets
Jorge Polanco likely will be primarily a first baseman next season after signing a $40 million, two-year contract with the New York Mets.
 
South Korean infielder Sung-mun Song and Padres finalize a $15 million, 4-year contract
South Korean infielder Sung-mun Song and the San Diego Padres have finalized a $15 million, four-year contract.
 
New York Yankees relief pitcher Paul Blackburn delivers during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Sept. 18, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough, File)
Right-hander Paul Blackburn stays with Yankees for $2 million, 1-year contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that right-hander Paul Blackburn is remaining with the New York Yankees, agreeing to a $2 million, one-year contract.
 
Los Angeles Dodgers World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto holds his trophy as teammates celebrate their win in Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Toronto. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)
Los Angeles Dodgers to pay record $169 million luxury tax after winning 2nd straight World Series
The Los Angeles Dodgers will pay a record $169.4 million luxury tax after winning their second straight World Series title, raising their two-year total to $272.4 million.
 
Kansas City Royals' Maikel Garcia (11) high-fives teammates after scoring a run during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Eric Thayer, File)
Maikel Garcia’s deal with Royals could be worth $85.3M with escalators
Maikel Garcia’s $57.5 million, five-year contract with the Kansas City Royals could be worth up to $85.3 million if a 2031 team option is exercised and he has several seasons with at least 525 plate appearances and top-10 finishes in MVP voting.
 
New York Mets pitcher Clay Holmes and wife Ashlyn, play Santa and Mrs. Claus during the baseball team’s holiday party, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Ronald Blum)
Holmes is sad to see Alonso, Díaz and Nimmo leave Mets but trusts front-office retool decisions
Clay Holmes is sad over the departure of New York Mets stars Pete Alonso, Edwin Díaz and Brendan Nimmo, noting their strong connection with fans.
 
Skylark Artistic Director Matthew Guard and Christine Baranski are interviewed beside "A Christmas Carol In Prose; Being a Ghost Story of Christmas" by Charles Dickens, Dec. 1843," at The Morgan Library & Museum, in New York, Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
Christine Baranski narrates ‘A Christmas Carol’ before returning for new ‘The Gilded Age’ season
Christine Baranski has teamed with the Skylark Vocal Ensemble for a unique rendition of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.”
 
Edwin Díaz speaks during his introduction as a new member of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)
Dodgers owe $1.06 billion in deferred money to 9 players through 2047 after Edwin Díaz deal
Edwin Díaz won’t receive all of his $69 million from the Dodgers until 2047, with the closer’s deal raising deferred payment obligations for the two-time World Series champions to more than $1.06 billion due to nine players.
 
New York Yankees' Amed Rosario bats during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox Aug. 23, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith, File)
Utilityman Amed Rosario and Yankees agree to $2.5 million, 1-year contract, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press the New York Yankees agreed to a $2.5 million, one-year contract to retain utilityman Amed Rosario.
 
Cleveland Guardians' Lane Thomas (8) celebrates after hitting a solo home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, July 2, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley, File)
Outfielder Lane Thomas agrees to $5.25 million, 1-year deal with Royals, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that outfielder Lane Thomas and the Kansas City Royals have agreed to a $5.25 million, one-year contract.
 
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