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December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Tony-nominated Broadway star Rebecca Luker dies at 59

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Soprano Rebecca Luker, a three-time Tony nominated actor who starred in some of the biggest Broadway hits of the past three decades, died Wednesday. She was 59.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Behind the screen: How networks have adjusted to airing NFL

Fred Gaudelli wasn't worried if NBC could successfully air “Sunday Night Football” games in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. His bigger concern was if the NFL could make it through the season.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Embiid leads 76ers past Westbrook, Wizards 113-107 in opener

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The 76ers have gone more than a year without losing in Philadelphia, a stretch that included a coaching change, a roster revamp, and a pandemic hiatus.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Lightning's Kucherov to miss regular season with hip injury

Leading playoff scorer Nikita Kucherov is expected to miss the entire regular season because of a hip injury that requires surgery, a blow to the Tampa Bay Lightning that also comes with a silver lining for the defending Stanley Cup champions.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Gadsden carries UNC-Wilmington over Delaware State 87-63

WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — Ty Gadsden had 21 points as UNC Wilmington rolled past Delaware State 87-63 on Wednesday.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Celtics edge Bucks on Antetokounmpo's missed free throw

BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum banked in a fallaway, go-ahead 3-pointer in the final second, and Giannis Antetokounmpo missed the potential tying free throw with 0.4 seconds left, allowing the Boston Celtics to escape with a 122-121 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night in the teams’ season opener.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Studies find having COVID-19 may protect against reinfection

Two new studies give encouraging evidence that having COVID-19 may offer some protection against future infections. Researchers found that people who made antibodies to the coronavirus were much less likely to test positive again for up to six months and maybe longer.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

From his home, Attenborough shows viewers 'A Perfect Planet'

LONDON (AP) — Sir David Attenborough is a globetrotter, discovering far-flung lands and exotic species for TV audiences since the 1950s. The pandemic may have kept him at home for much of 2020, but it hasn’t stopped the legendary host from continuing his work to get the world to act on climate change.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Tatum hits big 3 to help Celtics beat Giannis, Bucks 122-121

BOSTON (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo couldn't stop Jayson Tatum from knocking down a “tough, tough, tough” shot. Then the reigning MVP and defensive player of the year missed one of the easiest.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Tigers sign RHP José Ureña to $3.25M, 1-year deal

DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers signed right-hander José Ureña to a $3.25 million, one-year deal Wednesday.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Young scores 37 as Hawks pound Bulls 124-104 in opener

CHICAGO (AP) — Trae Young was tough to stop in his first two NBA seasons. Surrounded by more talent than ever before, he could become a nightmare for the league in his third year.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

The Strokes turn to a 'unicorn figure' and get Grammy love

NEW YORK (AP) — It has taken The Strokes almost two decades to earn their first Grammy nomination. But lead singer Julian Casablancas is betting they'll walk away empty-handed at the ceremony.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Worster, Miller carry Utah St. past San Jose St. 85-52

LOGAN, Utah (AP) — Rollie Worster had 15 points as Utah State easily defeated San Jose State 85-52 on Wednesday night. Brock Miller added 12 points for the Aggies, and Sean Bairstow chipped in 11 points.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Browns to face Jets team that has finally achieved liftoff

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns are heading back to the New York area for their second visit around Christmastime. There won't be any holiday-season sightseeing in Manhattan this time, either.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Winning numbers drawn in 'Lotto' game

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Wednesday evening's drawing of the Washington Lottery's "Lotto" game were:

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EST

Coronavirus dampens Christmas joy in Bethlehem and elsewhere

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Edert, Drame lead St Peter's past St Francis (NY) 70-64

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, N.Y. (AP) — Doug Edert and Fousseyni Drame scored 18 points apiece as St. Peter's topped St. Francis (N.Y.) 70-64 on Wednesday.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

New rules for watching endangered orcas to take effect

MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — New regulations for whale watching in Washington waters will take effect in 2021 in an effort to protect endangered orcas, according to the state Fish and Wildlife Commission.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

Gov. eases virus school restrictions, urges February reopen

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Gov. Kate Brown has set a target date of Feb. 15, 2021, for when more Oregon students, especially elementary level, will return to in-person learning.

December 24, 2020 12:10 a.m.

No. 13 Creighton holds on to hand No. 22 Xavier its 1st loss

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Antwann Jones and Denzel Mahoney scored 13 points each to lead No. 13 Creighton to a 66-61 win over 22nd-ranked Xavier on Wednesday, handling the Musketeers their first loss of the season.