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The 2026 NBA draft is right around the corner. Only a handful of days remain until teams across the league get a chance to add youth to their rosters during the two-day event. By the end of it, we've officially returned to square one as everybody is optimistic about their short-term and long-term futures.
The Oklahoma City Thunder will get a chance to add some fresh faces to their rotation. The ***** le contender enters with three premium picks — No. 12 via the LA Clippers; No. 17 via the Philadelphia 76ers; No. 37 via the Dallas Mavericks.
To prepare for the 2026 NBA draft, let's look at five second-round options the Thunder could add to their group. Of course, the second day is the fun one, where draft boards are all over the place:
Jefferson played in four collegiate seasons. His first two year Saint Mary's and his last two at Iowa State. At the latter, he cemented himself as their top scorer. He averaged 16.4 points on 47.1% shooting, 7.4 rebounds and 4.8 ***** ists. He also shot 34.5% from 3 on 3.1 attempts. The 22-year-old is a 6-foot-9, 240-pound forward.
Jefferson has an inside-dependent scoring game. Not a whole lot of shooting exists with him. Still, he ***** ped his way around the paint. That helped him get 6.1 free-throw attempts at the college level last year. He has an old-school build that revolves around finesse and smart decision-making. At this point, he's maxed out his physical tools. Don't expect him to be an athletic freak who jumps out of the gym.
The Oklahoma City Thunder will get a chance to add some fresh faces to their rotation. The ***** le contender enters with three premium picks — No. 12 via the LA Clippers; No. 17 via the Philadelphia 76ers; No. 37 via the Dallas Mavericks.
To prepare for the 2026 NBA draft, let's look at five second-round options the Thunder could add to their group. Of course, the second day is the fun one, where draft boards are all over the place:
Jefferson played in four collegiate seasons. His first two year Saint Mary's and his last two at Iowa State. At the latter, he cemented himself as their top scorer. He averaged 16.4 points on 47.1% shooting, 7.4 rebounds and 4.8 ***** ists. He also shot 34.5% from 3 on 3.1 attempts. The 22-year-old is a 6-foot-9, 240-pound forward.
Jefferson has an inside-dependent scoring game. Not a whole lot of shooting exists with him. Still, he ***** ped his way around the paint. That helped him get 6.1 free-throw attempts at the college level last year. He has an old-school build that revolves around finesse and smart decision-making. At this point, he's maxed out his physical tools. Don't expect him to be an athletic freak who jumps out of the gym.
59 mins. ago
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Rory McIlroy’s ball was nestled in the rough on the far side of a cart path, some 55 yards from the flag.
The six-time major winner, a dozen holes into his round, had just committed one of the cardinal sins of playing in a U.S. Open at punishing Shinnecock Hills: Going for the green in two after sailing his tee shot into the tall grass wide of the fairway.
No bother. McIlroy, gripping his wedge in a parted sea of smartphone-clutching fans, soared his third shot over a greenside bunker and made the 18-foot putt for par, pumping his fist as the ball fell in.
It was an exceptional up and down on No. 4 in a three-hole stretch — birdie, par, eagle — that vaulted the 37-year-old Northern Irishman to the lead at 3 under Thursday in the opening round.
It didn’t last.
The six-time major winner, a dozen holes into his round, had just committed one of the cardinal sins of playing in a U.S. Open at punishing Shinnecock Hills: Going for the green in two after sailing his tee shot into the tall grass wide of the fairway.
No bother. McIlroy, gripping his wedge in a parted sea of smartphone-clutching fans, soared his third shot over a greenside bunker and made the 18-foot putt for par, pumping his fist as the ball fell in.
It was an exceptional up and down on No. 4 in a three-hole stretch — birdie, par, eagle — that vaulted the 37-year-old Northern Irishman to the lead at 3 under Thursday in the opening round.
It didn’t last.
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The 2026 NBA draft is right around the corner. It's one of the first big events of the offseason. Only a handful of days remain until teams across the league get a chance to add youth to their rosters during the two-day event.
The Oklahoma City Thunder will get a chance to add some fresh faces to their rotation. The **** le contender enters with three premium picks — No. 12 via the LA Clippers; No. 17 via the Philadelphia 76ers; No. 37 via the Dallas Mavericks.
To prepare for the 2026 NBA draft, let's look at three of the most polarizing prospects who the Thunder could get at the No. 12 spot. Opinions are all over the place on their potential fit in OKC:
Ament is one of the more polarizing prospects in this year's class. He had a fine year at Tennessee. He averaged 16.7 points on 39.9% shooting, 6.3 rebounds and 2.3 **** ists. He shot 33.3% from 3 on 3.9 attempts. Again, nothing crazy. But also, nothing super impressive. The 19-year-old is a 6-foot-10, 207-pound forward. You're banking on the physical tools to help him carve out an NBA role, but depending a lot on imagination right now.
The common buzzword used to describe Ament is 'project.' That's not something Thunder fans want to hear at this point in their contending window. The shooting splits aren't really great, as he was an inefficient scorer at the SEC level. He also wasn't a great outside shooter, which is another red flag for translatable skills at the next level. No other skill set really pops off for him right now.
The Oklahoma City Thunder will get a chance to add some fresh faces to their rotation. The **** le contender enters with three premium picks — No. 12 via the LA Clippers; No. 17 via the Philadelphia 76ers; No. 37 via the Dallas Mavericks.
To prepare for the 2026 NBA draft, let's look at three of the most polarizing prospects who the Thunder could get at the No. 12 spot. Opinions are all over the place on their potential fit in OKC:
Ament is one of the more polarizing prospects in this year's class. He had a fine year at Tennessee. He averaged 16.7 points on 39.9% shooting, 6.3 rebounds and 2.3 **** ists. He shot 33.3% from 3 on 3.9 attempts. Again, nothing crazy. But also, nothing super impressive. The 19-year-old is a 6-foot-10, 207-pound forward. You're banking on the physical tools to help him carve out an NBA role, but depending a lot on imagination right now.
The common buzzword used to describe Ament is 'project.' That's not something Thunder fans want to hear at this point in their contending window. The shooting splits aren't really great, as he was an inefficient scorer at the SEC level. He also wasn't a great outside shooter, which is another red flag for translatable skills at the next level. No other skill set really pops off for him right now.
2 hours ago
Los Angeles Dodgers infield utility player Santiago Espinal lost to free agency after the veteran rejected his minor league **** ignment.
Espinal hit .378/.415/.644 in 53 plate appearances during Spring Training after signing a minor league deal with the Dodgers.
With injuries to Tommy Edman and Kike Hernandez, Espinal made the Opening Day roster, playing all over the infield as a platoon player.
In fact, he survived for a long time in the majors, only being waived once Kike Hernandez got activated.
However, Hernandez did not stay healthy for long, and the Dodgers quickly gave Espinal another minor league deal to make room.
Espinal hit .378/.415/.644 in 53 plate appearances during Spring Training after signing a minor league deal with the Dodgers.
With injuries to Tommy Edman and Kike Hernandez, Espinal made the Opening Day roster, playing all over the infield as a platoon player.
In fact, he survived for a long time in the majors, only being waived once Kike Hernandez got activated.
However, Hernandez did not stay healthy for long, and the Dodgers quickly gave Espinal another minor league deal to make room.
2 hours ago
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 15: Weston Wilson #37 of the Philadelphia Phillies after hitting a two-run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium on September 15, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
The Philadelphia Phillies continue to search for production from the outfield, cycling through a number of options without landing on a lasting solution.
The team cut ties with long-time right fielder Nick Castellanos before the season began, bringing in free agent Adolis Garcia as a replacement. Then Garcia was sidelined with an injury and the team called up Gabriel Rinconces Jr. for a look.
And as the team continues to evaluate the options, a former utility player who once seemed as if he might offer a solution in the outfield has gotten his own update.
FORBES | By Peter Chawaga
Giants’ 3-Time World Series Champ Sends Tony Vitello Message, Calls For Rebuild
The Philadelphia Phillies continue to search for production from the outfield, cycling through a number of options without landing on a lasting solution.
The team cut ties with long-time right fielder Nick Castellanos before the season began, bringing in free agent Adolis Garcia as a replacement. Then Garcia was sidelined with an injury and the team called up Gabriel Rinconces Jr. for a look.
And as the team continues to evaluate the options, a former utility player who once seemed as if he might offer a solution in the outfield has gotten his own update.
FORBES | By Peter Chawaga
Giants’ 3-Time World Series Champ Sends Tony Vitello Message, Calls For Rebuild
4 hours ago
Sustainable Growth Advisers (SGA), an investment management company, released its first-quarter 2026 investor letter for its "Global Growth Strategy." A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The SGA Global Growth Portfolio returned -13.6% (Gross) and -13.8% (Net) compared to the MSCI ACWI return of -3.2% and the MSCI ACWI Growth return of -7.7%. AI disruption narratives significantly affected markets in the first two months of the quarter, leading to declines in software, information services, payments, and insurance brokers. In March, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East caused a spike in oil prices, contributing to market volatility and prompting investors to adopt a more cautious stance. The firm believes prioritizing high-quality businesses with strong balance sheets, durable cash flows, and diversified end markets provides resilience against short-term geopolitical shocks. In addition, you can check the Strategy's top 5 holdings for its best picks for 2026.
In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, SGA Global Growth Strategy highlighted Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) as a notable contributor. Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) is a UK-based technology company that develops and licenses central processing unit designs and related technologies for semiconductor companies and original equipment manufacturers. On June 16, 2026, Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) closed at $396.34 per share. One-month return of Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) was 54.38%, and its shares gained 171.37% over the past 52 weeks. Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) has a market capitalization of $423.322 billion.
SGA Global Growth Strategy stated the following regarding Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:
"Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) was a top contributor to returns during the quarter. Shares responded positively following strong fiscal third quarter results, with revenue and royalty growth exceeding expectations, driven by accelerating data center adoption, and rising penetration of Arm's CSS platform in smartphone, automotive, and infrastructure segments. Importantly, management reiterated confidence in sustaining approximately 20% royalty growth longer term, reinforcing the market's confidence in Arm's structural growth profile. While near term concerns around smartphone unit softness due to higher memory costs persisted, company commentary highlighted that Arm's royalty economics are increasingly skewed toward high end devices, where royalties per unit are significantly higher, allowing royalty growth even in a declining unit environment. In parallel, investor focus sharpened on Arm's expanding role in AI, particularly as CPUs take on a critical coordination role in agentic workflows. Growing adoption by hyperscalers, including broader use of Arm CPUs for AI adjacent workloads, reinforced this narrative. These developments reinforced our thesis that Arm is becoming a foundational architecture not only for mobile computing but also for AI drive
In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, SGA Global Growth Strategy highlighted Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) as a notable contributor. Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) is a UK-based technology company that develops and licenses central processing unit designs and related technologies for semiconductor companies and original equipment manufacturers. On June 16, 2026, Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) closed at $396.34 per share. One-month return of Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) was 54.38%, and its shares gained 171.37% over the past 52 weeks. Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) has a market capitalization of $423.322 billion.
SGA Global Growth Strategy stated the following regarding Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:
"Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:ARM) was a top contributor to returns during the quarter. Shares responded positively following strong fiscal third quarter results, with revenue and royalty growth exceeding expectations, driven by accelerating data center adoption, and rising penetration of Arm's CSS platform in smartphone, automotive, and infrastructure segments. Importantly, management reiterated confidence in sustaining approximately 20% royalty growth longer term, reinforcing the market's confidence in Arm's structural growth profile. While near term concerns around smartphone unit softness due to higher memory costs persisted, company commentary highlighted that Arm's royalty economics are increasingly skewed toward high end devices, where royalties per unit are significantly higher, allowing royalty growth even in a declining unit environment. In parallel, investor focus sharpened on Arm's expanding role in AI, particularly as CPUs take on a critical coordination role in agentic workflows. Growing adoption by hyperscalers, including broader use of Arm CPUs for AI adjacent workloads, reinforced this narrative. These developments reinforced our thesis that Arm is becoming a foundational architecture not only for mobile computing but also for AI drive
9 hours ago
The Golden State Warriors finished the season with a 37-45 record, missing the playoffs after being eliminated in the second round of the NBA play-in tournament by the Phoenix Suns. After a decade of success, the Warriors’ domination seems to be coming to an end. Their roster is aging, they continue to deal with injuries, and teams in the Western Conference are only getting stronger.
Because Head Coach Steve Kerr’s contract was in its final year, many ***** umed this would be the last go-around with the original core. However, they decided to extend him for two more years, and he will be back to coach Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green for the foreseeable future.
Golden State’s game plan will be to contend in the West next season and try to capture its fifth championship in 12 years. With all the stars they have on their team, the money is a bit tight heading into the offseason. The Warriors will be able to offer a $15.1 non-taxpayer million mid-level exception. While there are rumors that they are prepared to offer this deal to LeBron James, it is likely that he will remain with the Los Angeles Lakers.
If he doesn’t accept that contract offer, here are four players the Warriors could target instead.
Anfernee Simons is a score-first guard with great shotmaking ability. Although he is only 6’3, he makes up for his size in his athleticism and quick twitch all over the court. Simons began his career with the Portland Trail Blazers, where he learned from Damian Lillard for the better half of a decade. This season, he spent time with the Boston Celtics and the Chicago Bulls, proving he doesn’t need to be the focal point of an offense.
Because Head Coach Steve Kerr’s contract was in its final year, many ***** umed this would be the last go-around with the original core. However, they decided to extend him for two more years, and he will be back to coach Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green for the foreseeable future.
Golden State’s game plan will be to contend in the West next season and try to capture its fifth championship in 12 years. With all the stars they have on their team, the money is a bit tight heading into the offseason. The Warriors will be able to offer a $15.1 non-taxpayer million mid-level exception. While there are rumors that they are prepared to offer this deal to LeBron James, it is likely that he will remain with the Los Angeles Lakers.
If he doesn’t accept that contract offer, here are four players the Warriors could target instead.
Anfernee Simons is a score-first guard with great shotmaking ability. Although he is only 6’3, he makes up for his size in his athleticism and quick twitch all over the court. Simons began his career with the Portland Trail Blazers, where he learned from Damian Lillard for the better half of a decade. This season, he spent time with the Boston Celtics and the Chicago Bulls, proving he doesn’t need to be the focal point of an offense.
9 hours ago
Bayer Leverkusen has officially announced the signing of Afonso Moreira, who joins from French first-division club Olympique Lyon.
The Portuguese U-21 international has signed a contract with the Bundesliga club from the Rhineland until 30 June, 2031.
Last year in France, the left winger made 37 appearances across all competitions, scoring eight goals and providing eleven ***** ists.
"Afonso Moreira is a fast, agile, and skillful striker with a good finishing ability and excellent vision," said sporting director Simon Rolfes.
"His pace and intense style of play are a perfect fit for our team. With Afonso, we gain additional firepower and creativity in attack.
The Portuguese U-21 international has signed a contract with the Bundesliga club from the Rhineland until 30 June, 2031.
Last year in France, the left winger made 37 appearances across all competitions, scoring eight goals and providing eleven ***** ists.
"Afonso Moreira is a fast, agile, and skillful striker with a good finishing ability and excellent vision," said sporting director Simon Rolfes.
"His pace and intense style of play are a perfect fit for our team. With Afonso, we gain additional firepower and creativity in attack.
10 hours ago
1903
The White Sox badly lost their first trade ever with the Reds, sending Cozy Dolan and Tom Daly to Cincinnati for second baseman George Magoon.
Magoon was awful for the White Sox for the remainder of 1903, slashing .228/.303/.278 for 0.0 WAR; before the 1904 season, the team dumped Magoon on Indianapolis of the American ******* ociation for a player to be named later. He would never return to the majors.
Daly, though long in the tooth for the time (37 years old), finished what would be his final season in the majors well enough, logging 0.7 WAR and slashing a formidable .293/.332/.407 at second base. Right fielder Dolan was the lone player in the trade to play in the majors beyond 1903, lasting until 1906; while never a standout and playing poorly for Cincy to finish out 1903, Cozy would rebound in 1904 for a career-high 1.7 WAR and 115 OPS+.
1933
Right in the middle of a 24-game homestand (!), the White Sox drew the biggest crowd in Chicago history at the time, 53,398, to a doubleheader split against the Yankees.
The White Sox, surprisingly playing better than .500 during the dark ages of 1920-50, dropped the first contest vs. New York, 6-4, with Ted Lyons taking the loss. But in the nightcap, the South Siders rewarded their faithful with a 5-4, walk-off win to move to 30-27 and 5 1⁄2 back of first in the American League.
The White Sox badly lost their first trade ever with the Reds, sending Cozy Dolan and Tom Daly to Cincinnati for second baseman George Magoon.
Magoon was awful for the White Sox for the remainder of 1903, slashing .228/.303/.278 for 0.0 WAR; before the 1904 season, the team dumped Magoon on Indianapolis of the American ******* ociation for a player to be named later. He would never return to the majors.
Daly, though long in the tooth for the time (37 years old), finished what would be his final season in the majors well enough, logging 0.7 WAR and slashing a formidable .293/.332/.407 at second base. Right fielder Dolan was the lone player in the trade to play in the majors beyond 1903, lasting until 1906; while never a standout and playing poorly for Cincy to finish out 1903, Cozy would rebound in 1904 for a career-high 1.7 WAR and 115 OPS+.
1933
Right in the middle of a 24-game homestand (!), the White Sox drew the biggest crowd in Chicago history at the time, 53,398, to a doubleheader split against the Yankees.
The White Sox, surprisingly playing better than .500 during the dark ages of 1920-50, dropped the first contest vs. New York, 6-4, with Ted Lyons taking the loss. But in the nightcap, the South Siders rewarded their faithful with a 5-4, walk-off win to move to 30-27 and 5 1⁄2 back of first in the American League.
10 hours ago
League Two side Barnet have signed midfielder Isiah Noel-Williams from National League South club Hemel Hempstead Town for an undisclosed fee.
The 23-year-old, the son of former Watford and Stoke striker Gifton Noel-Williams, scored eight goals in 37 games for the Tudors last season.
Bees manager Dean Brennan told the club's website: "Isiah's a player we've been tracking for about four years.
"We see a lot of potential in him. He's a local kid and I think he's going to be a great **** et to the team - a young player with a lot of desire."
Noel-Williams trained with Barnet during the 2018-19 season, when he was a teenager, and has since played for Chalfont St Peter, Harrow Borough, Cheshunt, Kettering Town and Matlock.
The 23-year-old, the son of former Watford and Stoke striker Gifton Noel-Williams, scored eight goals in 37 games for the Tudors last season.
Bees manager Dean Brennan told the club's website: "Isiah's a player we've been tracking for about four years.
"We see a lot of potential in him. He's a local kid and I think he's going to be a great **** et to the team - a young player with a lot of desire."
Noel-Williams trained with Barnet during the 2018-19 season, when he was a teenager, and has since played for Chalfont St Peter, Harrow Borough, Cheshunt, Kettering Town and Matlock.
12 hours ago
Turtle Creek ***** et Management, an investment management company, recently published its Q1 2026 report. A copy is available to download here. Turtle Creek ***** et Management's Q1 2026 report covers key market factors currently at play. The escalation of the Iran conflict has pushed oil and gas prices higher, while AI's impact on various sectors, especially enterprise software, continues to grow. The firm increased rebalancing activity in the quarter amid heightened market volatility and the momentum in AI-related trades. In this environment, Turtle Creek Equity Fund returned -4.8% for the quarter. Additionally, you can review the Portfolio's top 5 holdings to see its best picks for 2026.
In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, Turtle Creek ***** et Management highlighted Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR). Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) is an industrial machinery company that provides mission-critical air, fluid, clean energy, and medical technologies services and solutions. On June 17, 2026, Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) closed at $77.07 per share. One-month return of Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) was 9.66%, and its shares lost 4.60% over the past 52 weeks. Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) has a market capitalization of $30.16 billion.
Turtle Creek ***** et Management stated the following regarding Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:
"Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), a global diversified industrial company, reported a book to bill ratio above one for the first full year since 2022, and has now seen positive organic order growth in three of the past four quarters. The company's tone is optimistic looking forward, which is consistent with what we are hearing from our other industrial companies. We have now been in an industrial recession for over three years, one of the longest on record. Recessions don't last forever but the length of this one has surprised us."
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 39 hedge fund portfolios held Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) at the end of the first quarter, up from 37 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, Turtle Creek ***** et Management highlighted Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR). Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) is an industrial machinery company that provides mission-critical air, fluid, clean energy, and medical technologies services and solutions. On June 17, 2026, Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) closed at $77.07 per share. One-month return of Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) was 9.66%, and its shares lost 4.60% over the past 52 weeks. Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) has a market capitalization of $30.16 billion.
Turtle Creek ***** et Management stated the following regarding Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:
"Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), a global diversified industrial company, reported a book to bill ratio above one for the first full year since 2022, and has now seen positive organic order growth in three of the past four quarters. The company's tone is optimistic looking forward, which is consistent with what we are hearing from our other industrial companies. We have now been in an industrial recession for over three years, one of the longest on record. Recessions don't last forever but the length of this one has surprised us."
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 39 hedge fund portfolios held Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) at the end of the first quarter, up from 37 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
18 hours ago
TimesofIndia.com in Lucknow: It is no secret that Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir is a strong believer in the left-right batting combination.
The foundation of India's T20I template has been built around that principle. With Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma in the top six, India have multiple southpaws to disrupt bowling plans. In contrast, the ODI setup has largely been dominated by right-handers. Even during the Champions Trophy, the team management was forced to promote Axar Patel to No. 5 to break that monotony.
Multiple discussions have occurred about injecting some left-handers into the mix but the batting unit has maintained a settled look since the 2023 ODI World Cup. There were some movements based on the game situation but right-handers have been the flavour. After the high of the Champions Trophy, India lost ODI series against Australia and South Africa and Virat Kohli's injury opened up an opportunity to shake things up a bit.
The thinktank wasted no time: Ishan Kishan walked in at No. 3 in the rain-curtailed ODI in Dharamsala and Yashasvi Jaiswal opened with Rohit Sharma, forcing Gill to come in at one drop, for the second contest in Lucknow.
While the left-right combination at the top didn't work as Jaiswal was dismissed cheaply, Gill and Kishan stitched together a 224-run stand for the third wicket. The partnership had everything: elegant strokeplay, towering sixes, relentless running between the wickets and complete domination of the opposition attack. Across 140 deliveries, the pair offered a compelling glimpse into what India's batting blueprint for the 2027 ODI World Cup could look like.
The heat was relentless and played a significant role in shaping India's innings. Temperatures remained above 40 degrees Celsius throughout, with players visibly struggling to cope. Although three official drinks breaks were scheduled, batters repeatedly called for fluids between overs and even wore ice packs around their necks. The duo battled cramps, and the Indian captain appeared completely drained by the time his innings ended.
Despite the unforgiving conditions, they gave the 13,000 spectators at the Ekana Stadium plenty to cheer about. Those who braved the extreme heat were treated to a batting exhibition of the highest quality.
After his Player of the Match-winning effort in the first ODI, Gill once again stamped his authority with a magnificent 154 off 110 ******* , studded with 22 fours and two sixes. It was also his maiden ODI century as India's captain.
Gill was at his dominant best. After Jaiswal's early dismissal, he walked in and picked up exactly where he had left off in Dharamsala. His cover drives were regal, while his flicks, cuts and pulls showcased the full range of his strokeplay.
India's highest stands in ODIs for third wicket:
237* runs - Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar in 1999
233* runs - Virat Kohli and KL Rahul in 2023
224 runs - Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli in 200
The foundation of India's T20I template has been built around that principle. With Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma in the top six, India have multiple southpaws to disrupt bowling plans. In contrast, the ODI setup has largely been dominated by right-handers. Even during the Champions Trophy, the team management was forced to promote Axar Patel to No. 5 to break that monotony.
Multiple discussions have occurred about injecting some left-handers into the mix but the batting unit has maintained a settled look since the 2023 ODI World Cup. There were some movements based on the game situation but right-handers have been the flavour. After the high of the Champions Trophy, India lost ODI series against Australia and South Africa and Virat Kohli's injury opened up an opportunity to shake things up a bit.
The thinktank wasted no time: Ishan Kishan walked in at No. 3 in the rain-curtailed ODI in Dharamsala and Yashasvi Jaiswal opened with Rohit Sharma, forcing Gill to come in at one drop, for the second contest in Lucknow.
While the left-right combination at the top didn't work as Jaiswal was dismissed cheaply, Gill and Kishan stitched together a 224-run stand for the third wicket. The partnership had everything: elegant strokeplay, towering sixes, relentless running between the wickets and complete domination of the opposition attack. Across 140 deliveries, the pair offered a compelling glimpse into what India's batting blueprint for the 2027 ODI World Cup could look like.
The heat was relentless and played a significant role in shaping India's innings. Temperatures remained above 40 degrees Celsius throughout, with players visibly struggling to cope. Although three official drinks breaks were scheduled, batters repeatedly called for fluids between overs and even wore ice packs around their necks. The duo battled cramps, and the Indian captain appeared completely drained by the time his innings ended.
Despite the unforgiving conditions, they gave the 13,000 spectators at the Ekana Stadium plenty to cheer about. Those who braved the extreme heat were treated to a batting exhibition of the highest quality.
After his Player of the Match-winning effort in the first ODI, Gill once again stamped his authority with a magnificent 154 off 110 ******* , studded with 22 fours and two sixes. It was also his maiden ODI century as India's captain.
Gill was at his dominant best. After Jaiswal's early dismissal, he walked in and picked up exactly where he had left off in Dharamsala. His cover drives were regal, while his flicks, cuts and pulls showcased the full range of his strokeplay.
India's highest stands in ODIs for third wicket:
237* runs - Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar in 1999
233* runs - Virat Kohli and KL Rahul in 2023
224 runs - Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli in 200
19 hours ago
One team is already off the Red Sox’s list for an Aroldis Chapman trade, and it’s not the Yankees originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The National League Central has been one of the more competitive divisions in Major League Baseball this season. While every team was above .500 for much of the year, there's now just one team that isn't, with the Cincinnati Reds sitting at 35-37.
The Reds have done some nice things throughout the year, but as a whole, haven't been able to compete at the level everyone expected. The offense, at times, can be very good, and the same can be said for one of the better pitching staffs in Major League Baseball.
However, the bullpen has been a major concern, and until that changes, there will be legitimate questions about whether Cincinnati can actually compete with high-end teams in the second half or make the postseason.
Trading for somebody like Aroldis Chapman could make a lot of sense, but according to one recent report, the chances of that happening are very low, giving the Boston Red Sox another team that likely won't be on Chapman's list of potential trade partners.
The National League Central has been one of the more competitive divisions in Major League Baseball this season. While every team was above .500 for much of the year, there's now just one team that isn't, with the Cincinnati Reds sitting at 35-37.
The Reds have done some nice things throughout the year, but as a whole, haven't been able to compete at the level everyone expected. The offense, at times, can be very good, and the same can be said for one of the better pitching staffs in Major League Baseball.
However, the bullpen has been a major concern, and until that changes, there will be legitimate questions about whether Cincinnati can actually compete with high-end teams in the second half or make the postseason.
Trading for somebody like Aroldis Chapman could make a lot of sense, but according to one recent report, the chances of that happening are very low, giving the Boston Red Sox another team that likely won't be on Chapman's list of potential trade partners.
20 hours ago
June 16, 2026, 1:37 pm EDT
Big Tech companies are breaking ground on data centers and making fresh chip deals on what seems like a daily basis. But we might only be scratching the surface of the artificial-intelligence spending boom.
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Big Tech companies are breaking ground on data centers and making fresh chip deals on what seems like a daily basis. But we might only be scratching the surface of the artificial-intelligence spending boom.
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20 hours ago
Many investors have been kicking Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) to the curb. It's down by almost 20% year to date as fellow tech stocks continue to rally. The State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF's 28% year-to-date rally truly captures how much Microsoft has fallen in the eyes of many investors.
However, it may be too early to count Microsoft out, especially since its strong fundamentals remain intact.
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Perhaps some growth investors have given up on Microsoft because it's not doubling revenue year over year like some of the top-performing AI stocks. However, it's still gaining ground on its peers thanks to AI, which has translated into steady financial growth.
Revenue inched up by 18% year over year in Microsoft's fiscal 2026 third quarter. CEO Satya Nadella said the company's AI business reached an annual revenue run rate of $37 billion, a 123% year-over-year increase. Microsoft Cloud once again remained the main growth driver, and it was up by 29% year over year.
However, it may be too early to count Microsoft out, especially since its strong fundamentals remain intact.
Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue »
Perhaps some growth investors have given up on Microsoft because it's not doubling revenue year over year like some of the top-performing AI stocks. However, it's still gaining ground on its peers thanks to AI, which has translated into steady financial growth.
Revenue inched up by 18% year over year in Microsoft's fiscal 2026 third quarter. CEO Satya Nadella said the company's AI business reached an annual revenue run rate of $37 billion, a 123% year-over-year increase. Microsoft Cloud once again remained the main growth driver, and it was up by 29% year over year.
20 hours ago
Today, there is a high volume of out-of-the-money (OTM) put options activity in Lam Research Corp. (LRCX) for a longer-dated expiry. That highlights the underlying value of LRCX stock, which could be worth 27% more.
LRCX is at $376.19 in morning trading on June 16, down 2.6%. The stock is off its recent peak of $388.92 set yesterday. Today's unusual put option activity in this semiconductor processing equipment company stock could indicate that some investors think LRCX is due for a fall.
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LRCX is at $376.19 in morning trading on June 16, down 2.6%. The stock is off its recent peak of $388.92 set yesterday. Today's unusual put option activity in this semiconductor processing equipment company stock could indicate that some investors think LRCX is due for a fall.
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20 hours ago
Corn futures are trading with fractional losses to penny gains so far on Tuesday's midday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down 1/2 cents at $3.84 3/4.
Weekly Crop Progress data from after the close on Monday showed 94% of the US corn crop emerged by June 14, 1% above the 5-year average. US condition ratings were 68% in good to excellent condition, up 1 percentage point from the previous week. The Brugler500 index was up 1 point on higher excellent ratings to 373.
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Weekly Crop Progress data from after the close on Monday showed 94% of the US corn crop emerged by June 14, 1% above the 5-year average. US condition ratings were 68% in good to excellent condition, up 1 percentage point from the previous week. The Brugler500 index was up 1 point on higher excellent ratings to 373.
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Rain in the Plains Make Grain, So Bears Are in Control of Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Prices Now
22 hours ago
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22 hours ago
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Jared Jones and Carmen Mlodzinski were knocked around, and the Pirates fell below .500 for the first time since March after being pummeled 11-2 by the Athletics on Monday night at Sutter Health Park.
Bottom 2nd, 3-0 ATH: Jared Jones (1-1) escaped a jam in the first, but the Athletics (36-36) tagged him for three runs in the second. Jeff McNeil plated a run with a single to left field, and Nick Kurtz hit an opposite-field two-run home run to left.
Top 4th, 3-1 ATH: With runners on second and third and one out, Jake Mangum got the Pirates (36-37) on the board with a single to left field off J.T. Ginn (5-3).
Bottom 4th, 5-1 ATH: McNeil delivered again for the Athletics by lining a two-run home run to right field. It was only his third homer of the season.
Jared Jones and Carmen Mlodzinski were knocked around, and the Pirates fell below .500 for the first time since March after being pummeled 11-2 by the Athletics on Monday night at Sutter Health Park.
Bottom 2nd, 3-0 ATH: Jared Jones (1-1) escaped a jam in the first, but the Athletics (36-36) tagged him for three runs in the second. Jeff McNeil plated a run with a single to left field, and Nick Kurtz hit an opposite-field two-run home run to left.
Top 4th, 3-1 ATH: With runners on second and third and one out, Jake Mangum got the Pirates (36-37) on the board with a single to left field off J.T. Ginn (5-3).
Bottom 4th, 5-1 ATH: McNeil delivered again for the Athletics by lining a two-run home run to right field. It was only his third homer of the season.
23 hours ago
Charlotte Knights 5, Buffalo Bisons 1
The Knights (39-32) recovered from Tuesday’s loss to even up their series in Buffalo against the Bisons (34-37).
After a scoreless first inning, the Knights offense went to work by putting a crooked number on the scoreboard. Nolan Jones drew a leadoff walk, and Ryan Galanie added a single. That set the stage for Dustin Harris, who drove in the first run of the game with a single to right. Dru Baker popped out, but the next batter was Andy Weber, who launched a three-run homer to give the Knights a commanding lead.
In the sixth, with the score still 4-0, Galanie blasted his 10th homer to add an insurance run and extend the lead to five. As it turned out, five was more than enough for the Knights to come away with the victory.
Meanwhile, Tyler Schweitzer was the opener for Charlotte, and he did his part by pitching a scoreless first inning. Duncan Davitt covered the next three innings, and he did not allow any runs, either. The Bisons scored their only run in the sixth, when Sean Keys went deep against Zach Franklin. The bullpen took care of business down the stretch, as Garrett Schoenle and Javy Guerra combined to pitch 3 1/3 scoreless innings to put the game away. Catcher Kyle Teel went 1-for-4 with a single and a strikeout during the victory.
Who was the Knights MVP?
The Knights (39-32) recovered from Tuesday’s loss to even up their series in Buffalo against the Bisons (34-37).
After a scoreless first inning, the Knights offense went to work by putting a crooked number on the scoreboard. Nolan Jones drew a leadoff walk, and Ryan Galanie added a single. That set the stage for Dustin Harris, who drove in the first run of the game with a single to right. Dru Baker popped out, but the next batter was Andy Weber, who launched a three-run homer to give the Knights a commanding lead.
In the sixth, with the score still 4-0, Galanie blasted his 10th homer to add an insurance run and extend the lead to five. As it turned out, five was more than enough for the Knights to come away with the victory.
Meanwhile, Tyler Schweitzer was the opener for Charlotte, and he did his part by pitching a scoreless first inning. Duncan Davitt covered the next three innings, and he did not allow any runs, either. The Bisons scored their only run in the sixth, when Sean Keys went deep against Zach Franklin. The bullpen took care of business down the stretch, as Garrett Schoenle and Javy Guerra combined to pitch 3 1/3 scoreless innings to put the game away. Catcher Kyle Teel went 1-for-4 with a single and a strikeout during the victory.
Who was the Knights MVP?
1 day ago
College football possesses by far the most raucous crowds in mainstream American sports. The largest stadiums in the United States are all college football stadiums. When drunk college students, alumni and other loud fans pack these venues, they create deafening forms of entertainment that cannot be duplicated.
In the craziest college football environments, the stadium is ROCKING from the second the players come out. The noise levels can far exceed 100 decibels. To put that in perspective, any sound above 70 decibels can damage hearing over time.
At the loudest parts of the game, players often cannot hear anything. This causes false starts, delay of game penalties and timeouts that would otherwise not be called. The deafening crowd has such a big impact on games that EA Sports applies a “stadium pulse” feature in its college football game to simulate the effects.
Of course, fanbases across the country can make the opposing team’s life ******* . But these five stand out when it comes to stressing out opposing players:
Tennessee’s Neyland Stadium has produced the loudest college football moment on record to date. During the Vols’ loss to the Georgia Bulldogs on November 18, 2023, the crowd got to 137 decibels.
In the craziest college football environments, the stadium is ROCKING from the second the players come out. The noise levels can far exceed 100 decibels. To put that in perspective, any sound above 70 decibels can damage hearing over time.
At the loudest parts of the game, players often cannot hear anything. This causes false starts, delay of game penalties and timeouts that would otherwise not be called. The deafening crowd has such a big impact on games that EA Sports applies a “stadium pulse” feature in its college football game to simulate the effects.
Of course, fanbases across the country can make the opposing team’s life ******* . But these five stand out when it comes to stressing out opposing players:
Tennessee’s Neyland Stadium has produced the loudest college football moment on record to date. During the Vols’ loss to the Georgia Bulldogs on November 18, 2023, the crowd got to 137 decibels.
1 day ago
With a market cap of $37.6 billion, Ventas, Inc. (VTR) is a leading U.S. real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in healthcare and senior housing properties. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company owns and manages a diversified portfolio of real estate **** ets across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Companies valued at more than $10 billion are generally considered "large-cap" stocks, and Ventas fits this criterion perfectly. As one of the largest healthcare REITs in North America, Ventas is recognized for its high-quality **** et base, strong balance sheet, and focus on long-term value creation.
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Companies valued at more than $10 billion are generally considered "large-cap" stocks, and Ventas fits this criterion perfectly. As one of the largest healthcare REITs in North America, Ventas is recognized for its high-quality **** et base, strong balance sheet, and focus on long-term value creation.
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1 day ago
Fastly Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLY) is one of the 7 Worst Cloud Stocks To Buy According to Short Sellers. On June 5, William Blair ***** yst Jonathan Ho reiterated a Buy rating on Fastly Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLY) without ***** igning any price target to the stock. In contrast to William Blair, Raymond James ***** yst Frank Louthan had upgraded the stock to Outperform from Market Perform on May 8. He also ***** igned a price target of $23 to the stock. The ***** yst believes demand for the company's network capabilities will stay strong going forward. As AI inference takes center stage and requires better data center interconnection, Fastly's products are going to stay in demand, according to the ***** yst.
Fastly Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLY) reported its first-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings on May 6. The market reacted negatively to the report, with the stock down over 37% after the announcement. This negative sentiment comes as a surprise, considering the company not only raised its outlook but also had a positive ***** yst sentiment after the earnings.
For the full year 2026, FSLY has raised its revenue guidance to between $710 million and $725 million. This translates to an EPS of $0.27 to $0.33. Despite competitors raising prices, management intends to stick to the pricing it has already agreed with its customers.
Fastly Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLY) operates a programmable, high-performance edge cloud platform that delivers faster, safer, and more scalable sites and apps to customers. The company is based in San Francisco, California.
While we acknowledge the potential of FSLY as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
Fastly Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLY) reported its first-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings on May 6. The market reacted negatively to the report, with the stock down over 37% after the announcement. This negative sentiment comes as a surprise, considering the company not only raised its outlook but also had a positive ***** yst sentiment after the earnings.
For the full year 2026, FSLY has raised its revenue guidance to between $710 million and $725 million. This translates to an EPS of $0.27 to $0.33. Despite competitors raising prices, management intends to stick to the pricing it has already agreed with its customers.
Fastly Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLY) operates a programmable, high-performance edge cloud platform that delivers faster, safer, and more scalable sites and apps to customers. The company is based in San Francisco, California.
While we acknowledge the potential of FSLY as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
1 day ago
Stock futures are ticking higher as the market looks to add to the big gains posted on Monday following news of an Iran peace deal; ***** eX shares are poised to climb for the another session after the company's record-setting Friday IPO; the Fed will kick off its two-day meeting on interest rates; world leaders are meeting in France, with discussions focused on the next steps in securing peace in the Middle East; and GM is reportedly in talks to supply Lockheed Martin with parts for weapons. Here's what you need to know today.
Stock futures are slightly higher this morning after major indexes soared to start the week following news of a deal to end the Iran war. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the tech-heavy Nasdaq were up 0.2% recently, while S&P 500 futures added 0.1%. The Nasdaq surged 3% yesterday, led by huge gains for chip stocks, while the S&P 500 climbed 1.7% and the Dow rose nearly 500 points to a record closing high. WTI crude oil futures, the U.S. benchmark, were down nearly 3% to $78.50 per barrel, adding to the previous session's declines amid hopes that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen with the peace agreement. Gold futures were up 0.4% at $4,370 an ounce, while bitcoin was holding steady at $66,500. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note, which affects interest rates on loans, fell to a one-month low of 4.44%, from 4.48% at yesterday's close.
SpaceX stock (SPCX) is on track to post big gains for the third straight session since carrying out the biggest IPO ever. Shares of Elon Musk's rocket, connectivity and AI company were up roughly 10% ahead of Tuesday's opening bell, after jumping 20% yesterday. ***** eX on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Anysphere, the parent company of AI coding agent Cursor, for $60 billion. ***** eX, which owns the Grok chatbot through its xAI business, had announced in April that it was working with Cursor and had the right to purchase the startup later in the year. ***** eX, which through yesterday's close had a market capitalization of $2.5 trillion, is on track to overtake Amazon (AMZN), with a market cap of $2.6 trillion, at number five on the list of the most valuable companies in the U.S.
The Federal Reserve's policy committee is scheduled to begin a two-day meeting Tuesday, with new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh presiding for the first time. Warsh, who took over the top spot after Jerome Powell's term as chair expired last month, faces the challenge of controlling inflation, which hit a three-year high in May amid surging fuel prices stemming from the Iran war. The Fed is widely expected to leave its benchmark rate unchanged at this week's meeting, but market participants are pricing in the likelihood that the central bank will need to raise rates later in the year. The Fed's decision is scheduled to be released Wednesday afternoon, along with quarterly economic projections from policy committee members. Investors will be particularly eager to hear what Warsh has to say at the
Stock futures are slightly higher this morning after major indexes soared to start the week following news of a deal to end the Iran war. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the tech-heavy Nasdaq were up 0.2% recently, while S&P 500 futures added 0.1%. The Nasdaq surged 3% yesterday, led by huge gains for chip stocks, while the S&P 500 climbed 1.7% and the Dow rose nearly 500 points to a record closing high. WTI crude oil futures, the U.S. benchmark, were down nearly 3% to $78.50 per barrel, adding to the previous session's declines amid hopes that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen with the peace agreement. Gold futures were up 0.4% at $4,370 an ounce, while bitcoin was holding steady at $66,500. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note, which affects interest rates on loans, fell to a one-month low of 4.44%, from 4.48% at yesterday's close.
SpaceX stock (SPCX) is on track to post big gains for the third straight session since carrying out the biggest IPO ever. Shares of Elon Musk's rocket, connectivity and AI company were up roughly 10% ahead of Tuesday's opening bell, after jumping 20% yesterday. ***** eX on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Anysphere, the parent company of AI coding agent Cursor, for $60 billion. ***** eX, which owns the Grok chatbot through its xAI business, had announced in April that it was working with Cursor and had the right to purchase the startup later in the year. ***** eX, which through yesterday's close had a market capitalization of $2.5 trillion, is on track to overtake Amazon (AMZN), with a market cap of $2.6 trillion, at number five on the list of the most valuable companies in the U.S.
The Federal Reserve's policy committee is scheduled to begin a two-day meeting Tuesday, with new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh presiding for the first time. Warsh, who took over the top spot after Jerome Powell's term as chair expired last month, faces the challenge of controlling inflation, which hit a three-year high in May amid surging fuel prices stemming from the Iran war. The Fed is widely expected to leave its benchmark rate unchanged at this week's meeting, but market participants are pricing in the likelihood that the central bank will need to raise rates later in the year. The Fed's decision is scheduled to be released Wednesday afternoon, along with quarterly economic projections from policy committee members. Investors will be particularly eager to hear what Warsh has to say at the
1 day ago
Corn is trading with slightly losses of 1 to 1 ½ cents so far on Tuesday morning. Futures closed the Monday session with contracts up ¾ to 3 ¾ cents across the board, shrugging off early session losses and new contract lows. Preliminary open interest was up 20,149 contracts, implying new buying interest. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was up 3 1/4 cents at $3.84 1/4.
Weekly Crop Progress data from after the close on Monday showed 94% of the US corn crop emerged by June 14, 1% above the 5-year average. US condition ratings were 68% in good to excellent condition, up 1 percentage point from the previous week. The Brugler500 index was up 1 point on higher excellent ratings to 373.
Brazil Weather Risks Boost Coffee Prices
Coffee Prices Climb on Brazil Harvest Delays
Rain in the Plains Make Grain, So Bears Are in Control of Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Prices Now
Weekly Crop Progress data from after the close on Monday showed 94% of the US corn crop emerged by June 14, 1% above the 5-year average. US condition ratings were 68% in good to excellent condition, up 1 percentage point from the previous week. The Brugler500 index was up 1 point on higher excellent ratings to 373.
Brazil Weather Risks Boost Coffee Prices
Coffee Prices Climb on Brazil Harvest Delays
Rain in the Plains Make Grain, So Bears Are in Control of Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Prices Now
1 day ago
Danny Rohl has left Rangers after just eight months in charge to become Red Bull Salzburg's head coach - with the club saying news of his replacement "will follow in due course".
Hearts head coach Derek McInnes is widely expected to be the German's successor as Rangers ready themselves to appoint a third boss in 12 months.
Rohl, 37, replaced Russell Martin in October and steered Rangers into a three-way ******* le fight, but a post-split collapse yielded a third-place finish behind Celtic and Hearts as the Ibrox club ended the campaign without silverware.
Chairman Andrew Cavenagh publicly backed Rohl at the end of the season, but the German now returns to the Red Bull stable, having begun his coaching career at Leipzig under Ralph Hasenhuttl.
"I'd like to thank Danny for his service and commitment to Rangers," Cavenagh said.
Hearts head coach Derek McInnes is widely expected to be the German's successor as Rangers ready themselves to appoint a third boss in 12 months.
Rohl, 37, replaced Russell Martin in October and steered Rangers into a three-way ******* le fight, but a post-split collapse yielded a third-place finish behind Celtic and Hearts as the Ibrox club ended the campaign without silverware.
Chairman Andrew Cavenagh publicly backed Rohl at the end of the season, but the German now returns to the Red Bull stable, having begun his coaching career at Leipzig under Ralph Hasenhuttl.
"I'd like to thank Danny for his service and commitment to Rangers," Cavenagh said.
1 day ago
Uzbekistan plays the first World Cup match in its history Wednesday against Colombia at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The central Asian nation waited decades for this moment, and its arrival has many U.S. fans scratching their heads, pulling out maps and wondering where they will find Uzbekistan.
So, here is what to know:
Uzbekistan sits in the heart of Central Asia, north of Afghanistan and bordering Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. It is one of only two countries on Earth where you have to cross two borders to reach the ocean. About 37 million people live there, making it the most populous country in the region. The capital is Tashkent.
The official language is Uzbek, a Turkic language related to Turkish and written today in a Latin-based alphabet. Russian is still widely spoken there, a holdover from the decades Uzbekistan spent inside the Soviet Union. Tajik, a form of Persian, is common in the old cities of Samarkand and Bukhara.
Long before soccer, Uzbekistan was the crossroads of the Silk Road. Samarkand and Bukhara were among the most important trading cities in the world, where caravans moving between China and Europe met for centuries. The turquoise domes of Samarkand's Registan Square remain one of the most recognizable sights in Asia. The region was also the seat of Tamerlane, the 14th century conqueror who built a vast empire and made Samarkand its glittering capital.
So, here is what to know:
Uzbekistan sits in the heart of Central Asia, north of Afghanistan and bordering Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. It is one of only two countries on Earth where you have to cross two borders to reach the ocean. About 37 million people live there, making it the most populous country in the region. The capital is Tashkent.
The official language is Uzbek, a Turkic language related to Turkish and written today in a Latin-based alphabet. Russian is still widely spoken there, a holdover from the decades Uzbekistan spent inside the Soviet Union. Tajik, a form of Persian, is common in the old cities of Samarkand and Bukhara.
Long before soccer, Uzbekistan was the crossroads of the Silk Road. Samarkand and Bukhara were among the most important trading cities in the world, where caravans moving between China and Europe met for centuries. The turquoise domes of Samarkand's Registan Square remain one of the most recognizable sights in Asia. The region was also the seat of Tamerlane, the 14th century conqueror who built a vast empire and made Samarkand its glittering capital.
1 day ago
With his recruitment now in the rearview, Warren Central running back Keyon Thomas can focus on having a big senior season.
Thomas, a 6-foot, 205-pound senior-to-be, announced his commitment to Iowa on Wednesday, picking the Hawkeyes over Illinois and UConn. Thomas took official visits to those three schools and also had offers from several other Power Four programs.
Thomas, rated as three-star prospect and the No. 65 running back in the country by 247sports, rushed for 1,337 yards and 19 touchdowns as a junior. He also caught 18 passes for 184 yard and one TD. Thomas said recently that he was fully recovered from a high ankle sprain that slowed him in the Class 6A semistate against Brownsburg and ready for his senior season.
His goal is a 2,000-yard rushing year.
“I’m back to 100 percent,” he said. “I’m feeling shifty.”
Thomas, a 6-foot, 205-pound senior-to-be, announced his commitment to Iowa on Wednesday, picking the Hawkeyes over Illinois and UConn. Thomas took official visits to those three schools and also had offers from several other Power Four programs.
Thomas, rated as three-star prospect and the No. 65 running back in the country by 247sports, rushed for 1,337 yards and 19 touchdowns as a junior. He also caught 18 passes for 184 yard and one TD. Thomas said recently that he was fully recovered from a high ankle sprain that slowed him in the Class 6A semistate against Brownsburg and ready for his senior season.
His goal is a 2,000-yard rushing year.
“I’m back to 100 percent,” he said. “I’m feeling shifty.”
1 day ago
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — A 44-year-old Russian artist who has been critical of Russian President Vladimir Putin was shot and killed at close range near his home in the eastern Polish city of Biala Podlaska, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Two Belarusian citizens, aged 37 and 33, were arrested near the Belarusian Consulate after the killing on Monday, they said.
Polish media identified the victim as Robert Kuzovkov, while prosecutors named him only as Robert K., in accordance with Polish privacy laws. They said he was an artist who used the pseudonym Semyon Skrepetsky.
Through his art, he "expressed criticism of the current policies of the Russian authorities," the prosecutors said in a statement.
He painted unflattering portraits of Putin, Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov and other high-ranking Russian officials. One depicts Putin being cradled in the arms of the Soviet dictator Josef Stalin.
Two Belarusian citizens, aged 37 and 33, were arrested near the Belarusian Consulate after the killing on Monday, they said.
Polish media identified the victim as Robert Kuzovkov, while prosecutors named him only as Robert K., in accordance with Polish privacy laws. They said he was an artist who used the pseudonym Semyon Skrepetsky.
Through his art, he "expressed criticism of the current policies of the Russian authorities," the prosecutors said in a statement.
He painted unflattering portraits of Putin, Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov and other high-ranking Russian officials. One depicts Putin being cradled in the arms of the Soviet dictator Josef Stalin.
2 days ago
Danny Rohl has left Rangers after just eight months in charge to become RB Salzburg's head coach - with the club saying news of his replacement "will follow in due course".
Hearts head coach Derek McInnes is widely expected to be the German's successor as Rangers ready themselves to appoint a third boss in 12 months.
Rohl, 37, replaced Russell Martin in October and steered Rangers into a three-way ******* le fight, but a post-split collapse yielded a third-place finish behind Celtic and Hearts as the Ibrox club ended the campaign without silverware.
Chairman Andrew Cavenagh publicly backed Rohl at the end of the season, but the German now returns to the Red Bull stable, having begun his coaching career at Leipzig under Ralph Hasenhuttl.
"I'd like to thank Danny for his service and commitment to Rangers," Cavenagh said.
Hearts head coach Derek McInnes is widely expected to be the German's successor as Rangers ready themselves to appoint a third boss in 12 months.
Rohl, 37, replaced Russell Martin in October and steered Rangers into a three-way ******* le fight, but a post-split collapse yielded a third-place finish behind Celtic and Hearts as the Ibrox club ended the campaign without silverware.
Chairman Andrew Cavenagh publicly backed Rohl at the end of the season, but the German now returns to the Red Bull stable, having begun his coaching career at Leipzig under Ralph Hasenhuttl.
"I'd like to thank Danny for his service and commitment to Rangers," Cavenagh said.
