Nobel Prize winner Alice Munro, known as the "master of the contemporary short story," passed away at 92. Her prolific writing and literary influence left a lasting impact on the world of literature.
Iga Swiatek, the current world number one, has been awarded the WTA Player of the Year for the second consecutive season. At 22, she becomes the first player since Serena Williams (2012-2015) to achieve this feat. Swiatek's remarkable year included successfully defending her French Open title in June, securing her fourth Grand Slam victory. She capped off the season by clinching the WTA Finals for the first time, enabling her to reclaim the top spot and surpass Aryna Sabalenka.
HOUSTON — The unveiling of the 2022 World Series pennant, gold-themed jerseys and a pre-game parade of stewards' trophies kicked off Thursday night's championship. The only thing the Astros need to do is what they've been doing for the past decade: get a win on Opening Day.