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Australian officials ask fans to respect the privacy of Neil, a 1-ton seal who respects nothing

Neil, a 2,200-pound elephant seal, has returned to his birthplace on the Australian coast, causing quite a stir.

Photos: Seattle Mariners take on Los Angeles Angels

Julio Rodríguez, Victor Robles exit Mariners game with injuries

On the day their lineup was as close as it’s been to full strength in weeks, the Mariners were immediately hit with two more injury scares Thursday night.

Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal rallies to beat Croatia 2-1 and advance to round of 16

Goncalo Ramos headed in the stoppage-time winner as Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 in a wild finish that also included a Croatian goal disallowed for offside just before the final whistle in a World Cup round of 32 match.

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Millionaires tax will likely see ballot challenge, WA's Attorney General launches investigation into paper mill disaster, and Team USA is returning to Seattle. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.  Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

125 passengers and crew hit with highly contagious stomach virus on cruise from San Francisco

Health officials say more than 120 passengers and crew on a Princess Cruises ship were infected with a stomach virus during a 20-day trip to Canada and Alaska.

Mariners’ piggyback strategy return for Logan Gilbert, Emerson Hancock

The piggyback wasn't dead. It was just on hold for a week. Logan Gilbert will start on Saturday against the Blue Jays, with Emerson Hancock scheduled to follow.

Campaign to repeal WA ‘millionaires tax’ submits over 500,000 signatures

Opponents of Washington’s new high-earners income tax submitted more than 500,000 signatures for an initiative to kill the tax Thursday, setting up an epic brawl for November over the state’s tax system, government funding and business climate.

Kentwood High grad Michael Ajayi signs with Charlotte Hornets

It was reported that the former Conk signed a two-way contract with Charlotte following the NBA Draft.

2026 World Cup: Team USA, Belgium have some history in round of 16

Team USA and Belgium square off in Seattle Stadium in the World Cup round of 16 on Monday. It's not the first time that's happened.

Mikel Oyarzabal’s 2 goals send dominant Spain past Austria at World Cup

Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010.

After tank implosion, WA expands scrutiny to other paper mills

Washington labor officials plan to inspect several state pulp and paper mills. They will audit tank conditions, maintenance practices and other safety factors.