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Golden State guard Brandin Podziemski showcased a new look last week, as a recent photo revealed a new haircut for the former Illinois guard with a short hairstyle. The photo comes not long after his teammate, Jimmy Butler III, revealed a new hairdo as well.
In an injury-riddled 2025-26 campaign for the Warriors last season, Podziemski was the most durable player in Steve Kerr's rotation, playing in all 82 games, averaging 28.5 minutes per contest. In those minutes, Podziemski averaged a career-high 13.8 points to go along with 5.1 rebounds, 3.7 ***** ists and 1.1 steals while shooting 37.1% from 3-point range and 45.5% from the field.
This article originally appeared on Warriors Wire: Warriors guard reveals shocking new haircut
#podziemski #revealed #minutes #brandin
In an injury-riddled 2025-26 campaign for the Warriors last season, Podziemski was the most durable player in Steve Kerr's rotation, playing in all 82 games, averaging 28.5 minutes per contest. In those minutes, Podziemski averaged a career-high 13.8 points to go along with 5.1 rebounds, 3.7 ***** ists and 1.1 steals while shooting 37.1% from 3-point range and 45.5% from the field.
This article originally appeared on Warriors Wire: Warriors guard reveals shocking new haircut
#podziemski #revealed #minutes #brandin
1 day ago
It seems like the conference realignment talks never truly end, and more often than not, the Tulane Green Wave is a team that is brought up for a potential big move.
The Green Wave has found success in the American Conference in recent years, and there's never been a better time to make the jump to a bigger conference. While the Pac-12 seems the most likely right now due to the fact that it is actively rebranding and finding new members, it's not the most logical choice for Tulane: the majority of its programs are located on the West Coast or Pacific Northwest.
Rather, what would happen if the Green Wave made a jump to a Power Four conference? The team was part of the Southeastern Conference long ago, but it might be too ambitious to consider a return to that league, especially since it recently added the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners. The Atlantic Coast Conference, however, seems like a more feasible landing spot. The Olive Green and Sky Blue is already in decently close proximity to some of the conference's core schools, and on a university level, it aligns well academically.
Football is the obvious moneymaker, and Tulane has made history in recent seasons. The team took down the eventual ACC Champion Duke Blue Devils early in the 2025 season and ended the year with its first-ever College Football Playoff appearance. If its current trajectory continues, then the program has what it takes to compete with many of the ACC's teams.
Of course, it's important to remember that every sport should be taken into consideration when there is a possibility to make a big jump. Tulane has a storied tradition in college baseball, but the team would likely struggle a bit more against a loaded field in the ACC. Both basketball programs would also take a hit. Most of the the other sports in Uptown would probably fare about as well as they have thus far, but a few programs would likely have to align with other conferences to have enough quality league opponents; the beach volleyball and bowling programs are currently members of Conference USA due to this issue.
#green
The Green Wave has found success in the American Conference in recent years, and there's never been a better time to make the jump to a bigger conference. While the Pac-12 seems the most likely right now due to the fact that it is actively rebranding and finding new members, it's not the most logical choice for Tulane: the majority of its programs are located on the West Coast or Pacific Northwest.
Rather, what would happen if the Green Wave made a jump to a Power Four conference? The team was part of the Southeastern Conference long ago, but it might be too ambitious to consider a return to that league, especially since it recently added the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners. The Atlantic Coast Conference, however, seems like a more feasible landing spot. The Olive Green and Sky Blue is already in decently close proximity to some of the conference's core schools, and on a university level, it aligns well academically.
Football is the obvious moneymaker, and Tulane has made history in recent seasons. The team took down the eventual ACC Champion Duke Blue Devils early in the 2025 season and ended the year with its first-ever College Football Playoff appearance. If its current trajectory continues, then the program has what it takes to compete with many of the ACC's teams.
Of course, it's important to remember that every sport should be taken into consideration when there is a possibility to make a big jump. Tulane has a storied tradition in college baseball, but the team would likely struggle a bit more against a loaded field in the ACC. Both basketball programs would also take a hit. Most of the the other sports in Uptown would probably fare about as well as they have thus far, but a few programs would likely have to align with other conferences to have enough quality league opponents; the beach volleyball and bowling programs are currently members of Conference USA due to this issue.
#green
2 days ago
Dakota Ditcheva wants it. John Martin now wants it. Liz Carmouche has said she wants it.
It sounds like the stars are aligning for a high-profile PFL women's flyweight ***** le fight – it's just a matter of when.
"I've talked to her," Martin told reporters Friday after PFL New York at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y. (h/t Home of Fight). "She wants to stay busy. She's been out of the cage for a year. I think in the first round tonight, we saw her kind of feel Denise (Kielholtz), and there was a little bit of cage rust, maybe. But she got over that really quickly. So yeah, she's going to be back pretty soon, and I think Liz is the fight we make."
Martin hopes it's a fight PFL can get on the books by the end of the year, prior to their official branding merger with MVP. That timeline seems to align with Ditcheva (16-0), who voiced desire for a quick return and frequent activity after a year out of action, partially due to a hand injury.
"I think so," Ditcheva said, if a crack at the champion should be on deck. "That makes sense, yeah. I think it makes more sense before she shouted out the 135-pound division. But anyway, we'll see what happens. She changes her mind every second."
#fight #martin
It sounds like the stars are aligning for a high-profile PFL women's flyweight ***** le fight – it's just a matter of when.
"I've talked to her," Martin told reporters Friday after PFL New York at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y. (h/t Home of Fight). "She wants to stay busy. She's been out of the cage for a year. I think in the first round tonight, we saw her kind of feel Denise (Kielholtz), and there was a little bit of cage rust, maybe. But she got over that really quickly. So yeah, she's going to be back pretty soon, and I think Liz is the fight we make."
Martin hopes it's a fight PFL can get on the books by the end of the year, prior to their official branding merger with MVP. That timeline seems to align with Ditcheva (16-0), who voiced desire for a quick return and frequent activity after a year out of action, partially due to a hand injury.
"I think so," Ditcheva said, if a crack at the champion should be on deck. "That makes sense, yeah. I think it makes more sense before she shouted out the 135-pound division. But anyway, we'll see what happens. She changes her mind every second."
#fight #martin
2 days ago
Our ******* ysts just identified a stock with the potential to be the next Nvidia. Tell us how you invest and we'll show you why it's our #1 pick. Tap here.
Management addressed U.S. SG&A deleveraging by executing a headcount reduction of 700 employees and eliminating approximately $15 million in vendor contracts to align with current sales volumes.
New vehicle margins remained resilient at over $3,300 per unit in the U.S., supported by disciplined pricing despite broader market affordability concerns and high interest rates.
After-sales growth was driven by a strategic shift of underperforming collision center ******* e into higher-margin traditional service capacity and the addition of 130 new technicians.
The U.S. store rebranding initiative reached the 50% completion mark, aiming to consolidate marketing spend under a single brand voice to improve customer retention and acquisition efficiency.
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Management addressed U.S. SG&A deleveraging by executing a headcount reduction of 700 employees and eliminating approximately $15 million in vendor contracts to align with current sales volumes.
New vehicle margins remained resilient at over $3,300 per unit in the U.S., supported by disciplined pricing despite broader market affordability concerns and high interest rates.
After-sales growth was driven by a strategic shift of underperforming collision center ******* e into higher-margin traditional service capacity and the addition of 130 new technicians.
The U.S. store rebranding initiative reached the 50% completion mark, aiming to consolidate marketing spend under a single brand voice to improve customer retention and acquisition efficiency.
#NVIDIA #Stock #Potential #Invest
3 days ago
Harris Oakmark recently released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for the "Oakmark U.S. Concentrated Strategy". A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The strategy returned 9.21% (net) in the second quarter, lagging the Russell 1000 Value Index's 13.87%. U.S. equities finished higher during the quarter, with nine of eleven GICS sectors posting gains, led by technology and industrials, while energy and utilities detracted. The market showed concentrated leadership, with investors favoring companies that benefit from AI spending. However, the firm continues to focus on value discipline, avoiding AI-driven market fads, prioritizing companies trading below intrinsic value. In addition, please check the Strategy's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Oakmark U.S. Concentrated Strategy highlighted Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) as a newly established position. Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) is a leading insurance broker and professional services firm. On July 28, 2026, Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) closed at $192.19 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $91.72 billion. Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) posted a one-month return of 11.65%, while its shares lost 4.17% over the past 52 weeks.
Oakmark U.S. Concentrated Strategy stated the following regarding Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) is the world's largest insurance broker and risk management firm. In our view, it is well-positioned as a leader in what we think is an oligopolistic market, benefiting from strong organic revenue growth and a long track record of consistent margin expansion. We think this strong performance is poised to be supplemented by management's unifying re branding efforts, which center on rolling out an expense program, leveraging AI to improve productivity, and centralizing its technology and operations to drive efficiencies and pro duce significant savings over time. Despite solid historical performance, dominant positioning, and continued operational improvements, the stock has fallen out of favor due to softening insurance rates and macroeconomic uncertainty, creating an opportunity to invest in an in dustry-leading company at an attractive price."
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 55 hedge fund portfolios held Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 69 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than Ma
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Oakmark U.S. Concentrated Strategy highlighted Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) as a newly established position. Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) is a leading insurance broker and professional services firm. On July 28, 2026, Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) closed at $192.19 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $91.72 billion. Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) posted a one-month return of 11.65%, while its shares lost 4.17% over the past 52 weeks.
Oakmark U.S. Concentrated Strategy stated the following regarding Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) is the world's largest insurance broker and risk management firm. In our view, it is well-positioned as a leader in what we think is an oligopolistic market, benefiting from strong organic revenue growth and a long track record of consistent margin expansion. We think this strong performance is poised to be supplemented by management's unifying re branding efforts, which center on rolling out an expense program, leveraging AI to improve productivity, and centralizing its technology and operations to drive efficiencies and pro duce significant savings over time. Despite solid historical performance, dominant positioning, and continued operational improvements, the stock has fallen out of favor due to softening insurance rates and macroeconomic uncertainty, creating an opportunity to invest in an in dustry-leading company at an attractive price."
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 55 hedge fund portfolios held Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 69 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MRSH) as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than Ma
3 days ago
Rickards High School's football program received a major boost ahead of the 2026 season after winning BSN Sports' $50,000 Home Turf Takeover contest, earning new Under Armour uniforms and facility branding upgrades.
The Raiders were selected from among high schools across the country, thanks in part to a Rickards graduate who entered the school into the nationwide competition.
Rickards Athletics celebrated the achievement throughout the day, sharing photos and videos of players modeling the new uniforms as the team continued preparations for the upcoming season.
#uniforms #sports
The Raiders were selected from among high schools across the country, thanks in part to a Rickards graduate who entered the school into the nationwide competition.
Rickards Athletics celebrated the achievement throughout the day, sharing photos and videos of players modeling the new uniforms as the team continued preparations for the upcoming season.
#uniforms #sports
3 days ago
The MMA landscape is changing, and PFL CEO John Martin is at the helm of what appears to soon be the de facto second-biggest player in the field.
The argument was already there for PFL, but now that an MVP merger has been announced, it seems the promotion has accelerated its momentum and is entering 2027 with its foot on the gas. Martin revealed Thursday that when the calendar flips at the end of this year, the promotion's branding will, too.
"We're going to work to start to integrate the organizations now," Martin told Home of Fight on Thursday. "Our goal is we're going to be fully integrated, and we're going to see the brand change over for the product January 2027. For the rest of this year, we'll be crowning PFL champions. But obviously, we're already thinking like one company. Things will officially cross over with MVP on Jan. 1."
A lot of questions remain coming out of Thursday's announcement, but perhaps none bigger than that of where fight fans will be able to watch the events. MVP MMA held one event on Netflix in 2026, while PFL's deal with ESPN concludes at the end of the year, and renewal seems unlikely.
"I hope so," Martin said of Netflix. "There's not much I can say on that other than I think, whether it's Netflix or other broadcasters, I think this merger is going to catch a lot of attention. I think for anybody who wants to partner with us, to think through it with us about what are the real opportunities and the type of events we can put on now with the strength of the PFL roster, with the strength of the women's boxing MVP has, with the blockbuster live events that it's been successfully able to put on now – not once, twice, three times – but many times. I'm looking forward to those conversations. I'm really excited."
#we 're #netflix #year #Events
The argument was already there for PFL, but now that an MVP merger has been announced, it seems the promotion has accelerated its momentum and is entering 2027 with its foot on the gas. Martin revealed Thursday that when the calendar flips at the end of this year, the promotion's branding will, too.
"We're going to work to start to integrate the organizations now," Martin told Home of Fight on Thursday. "Our goal is we're going to be fully integrated, and we're going to see the brand change over for the product January 2027. For the rest of this year, we'll be crowning PFL champions. But obviously, we're already thinking like one company. Things will officially cross over with MVP on Jan. 1."
A lot of questions remain coming out of Thursday's announcement, but perhaps none bigger than that of where fight fans will be able to watch the events. MVP MMA held one event on Netflix in 2026, while PFL's deal with ESPN concludes at the end of the year, and renewal seems unlikely.
"I hope so," Martin said of Netflix. "There's not much I can say on that other than I think, whether it's Netflix or other broadcasters, I think this merger is going to catch a lot of attention. I think for anybody who wants to partner with us, to think through it with us about what are the real opportunities and the type of events we can put on now with the strength of the PFL roster, with the strength of the women's boxing MVP has, with the blockbuster live events that it's been successfully able to put on now – not once, twice, three times – but many times. I'm looking forward to those conversations. I'm really excited."
#we 're #netflix #year #Events
3 days ago
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday officially unveiled the 12 host venues for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027, confirming the cities across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia that will stage the 50-over showpiece when it returns to Africa for the first time in 24 years.
The announcement was made during a grand ceremony in Johannesburg, where the ICC also revealed the tournament's official brand identity, 'Three Nations, One Heartbeat', symbolising the shared spirit of optimism, diversity and unity among the three co-hosts.
The 14th edition of the World Cup will feature 57 matches and 14 teams, with eight cities in South Africa, three in Zimbabwe, and Namibia's capital Windhoek selected as host venues.
The tournament marks Africa's first Men's ODI World Cup since the 2003 edition, which was jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Kenya.
ICC chairman Jay Shah described the venue announcement as a major milestone on the road to the global tournament.
"This marks an exciting milestone on the road to the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027. The unveiling of the host cities and the tournament brand signals the start of a journey that will unite fans around the world and build anticipation for one of our sport's biggest global events," he said.
Shah also highlighted the significance of bringing cricket's flagship ODI tournament back to Africa.
"The return of this prestigious tournament to Africa after 24 years is a landmark moment for cricket. We are confident that South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia will deliver an unforgettable event, showcasing the warmth, passion and rich diversity that make this region truly unique," he added.
ICC chief executive Sanjog Gupta said the event would celebrate both cricket and the continent's unique identity.
"The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup represents the legacy and spectacle of Limited Overs Cricket," he said. "It also marks the return of the pinnacle event to Africa after more than two decades and will celebrate a continent defined by extraordinary people, vibrant cultures, breathtaking experiences and deep love for Sport."
Gupta added that the tournament's vibrant branding reflects the energy of the host nations while inspiring future generations of fans.
The 2027 edition will be built around the African philosophy of 'Ubuntu' — "I am, because we are" — and the campaign theme 'Make the Circle Bigger', celebrating compassion, togetherness and cultural diversity across the region's 29 officially recognised languages.
The tournament logo draws inspiration from the traditional African wire bowl, while its colour palette includes shades such as Zimbabwe Chilli, African Root, Fynbos Pop, Namib Dune, Harare Dawn and Two Oceans.
The 2027 edition will feature a three-stage competition format.
It will feature 57 matches and a three-stage format designed to increase competitiveness. Teams ranked 12th to 14th will first compete in a Super Series, with the winner
The announcement was made during a grand ceremony in Johannesburg, where the ICC also revealed the tournament's official brand identity, 'Three Nations, One Heartbeat', symbolising the shared spirit of optimism, diversity and unity among the three co-hosts.
The 14th edition of the World Cup will feature 57 matches and 14 teams, with eight cities in South Africa, three in Zimbabwe, and Namibia's capital Windhoek selected as host venues.
The tournament marks Africa's first Men's ODI World Cup since the 2003 edition, which was jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Kenya.
ICC chairman Jay Shah described the venue announcement as a major milestone on the road to the global tournament.
"This marks an exciting milestone on the road to the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027. The unveiling of the host cities and the tournament brand signals the start of a journey that will unite fans around the world and build anticipation for one of our sport's biggest global events," he said.
Shah also highlighted the significance of bringing cricket's flagship ODI tournament back to Africa.
"The return of this prestigious tournament to Africa after 24 years is a landmark moment for cricket. We are confident that South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia will deliver an unforgettable event, showcasing the warmth, passion and rich diversity that make this region truly unique," he added.
ICC chief executive Sanjog Gupta said the event would celebrate both cricket and the continent's unique identity.
"The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup represents the legacy and spectacle of Limited Overs Cricket," he said. "It also marks the return of the pinnacle event to Africa after more than two decades and will celebrate a continent defined by extraordinary people, vibrant cultures, breathtaking experiences and deep love for Sport."
Gupta added that the tournament's vibrant branding reflects the energy of the host nations while inspiring future generations of fans.
The 2027 edition will be built around the African philosophy of 'Ubuntu' — "I am, because we are" — and the campaign theme 'Make the Circle Bigger', celebrating compassion, togetherness and cultural diversity across the region's 29 officially recognised languages.
The tournament logo draws inspiration from the traditional African wire bowl, while its colour palette includes shades such as Zimbabwe Chilli, African Root, Fynbos Pop, Namib Dune, Harare Dawn and Two Oceans.
The 2027 edition will feature a three-stage competition format.
It will feature 57 matches and a three-stage format designed to increase competitiveness. Teams ranked 12th to 14th will first compete in a Super Series, with the winner
6 days ago
A tribute to Lyon's culture.
This Tuesday morning, Olympique Lyonnais unveiled their new third kit for the 2026-27 season.
The shirt draws inspiration from funk, a musical style for which Lyon is the official capital in France.
Circular patterns referencing vinyl records define the style on the back of the garment, but the masterstroke comes in the crest and the branding: pure psychedelia.
Do you like the shirt?
#shirt #circular #tribute #culture
This Tuesday morning, Olympique Lyonnais unveiled their new third kit for the 2026-27 season.
The shirt draws inspiration from funk, a musical style for which Lyon is the official capital in France.
Circular patterns referencing vinyl records define the style on the back of the garment, but the masterstroke comes in the crest and the branding: pure psychedelia.
Do you like the shirt?
#shirt #circular #tribute #culture
9 days ago
A cold Diet ***** e—sometimes paired with a shot of espresso—has become one of social media's favorite afternoon rituals. Gen Z even gave it a nickname: the "fridge cigarette." That's why it was so strange when Coca-Cola introduced a new font that eerily resembled an iconic one straight out of the cigarette world.
"Coke and Marlboro had a baby—and it's a font!," one X user wrote after seeing the company's updated typography. Others echoed the comparison, saying Coca-Cola's refreshed typography looked strikingly similar to Marlboros, in a case of reality imitating memes. Still others wondered whether the company had unintentionally leaned into the internet's "fridge cigarette" joke.
"Is Coca Cola rebranding like that because we all started calling 'em fridge cigarettes???," another fan questioned.
Coca-Cola said the refresh was designed to create "one iconic look" across more than 200 markets by updating its packaging and typography.
"This refresh is about being clearer and more consistent in how we show up, wherever people experience our brand," Arnab Roy, president of Coca-Cola Global Category, said in a statement on Monday. "By building on the things people already know and love, we're creating a stronger foundation for growth while staying unmistakably Coca-Cola."
#cola #fridge
"Coke and Marlboro had a baby—and it's a font!," one X user wrote after seeing the company's updated typography. Others echoed the comparison, saying Coca-Cola's refreshed typography looked strikingly similar to Marlboros, in a case of reality imitating memes. Still others wondered whether the company had unintentionally leaned into the internet's "fridge cigarette" joke.
"Is Coca Cola rebranding like that because we all started calling 'em fridge cigarettes???," another fan questioned.
Coca-Cola said the refresh was designed to create "one iconic look" across more than 200 markets by updating its packaging and typography.
"This refresh is about being clearer and more consistent in how we show up, wherever people experience our brand," Arnab Roy, president of Coca-Cola Global Category, said in a statement on Monday. "By building on the things people already know and love, we're creating a stronger foundation for growth while staying unmistakably Coca-Cola."
#cola #fridge
10 days ago
Friday saw the launch of the second kit for two giants of European football: Barcelona and **** nal.
Barça’s kit was developed by Nike with Kobe Bryant’s branding and features black as the predominant color, fading into purple.
On the inside, there is a quote from Kobe.
Arsenal, meanwhile, unveiled the shirt created by adidas, inspired by the iconic 1991 bruised banana shirt, but now with blue instead of yellow.
The crest and sponsors appear in yellow. There are also red details on the collar and sleeves.
#Friday
Barça’s kit was developed by Nike with Kobe Bryant’s branding and features black as the predominant color, fading into purple.
On the inside, there is a quote from Kobe.
Arsenal, meanwhile, unveiled the shirt created by adidas, inspired by the iconic 1991 bruised banana shirt, but now with blue instead of yellow.
The crest and sponsors appear in yellow. There are also red details on the collar and sleeves.
#Friday
10 days ago
When we think about the major global automakers these days, many investors forget all about Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), while General Motors (NYSE: GM) and Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) remain hot topics. It's understandable, considering Stellantis' declining relevance in multiple markets, lack of a true branding identity, and numerous management missteps. No doubt, Stellantis has many, many issues to fix in the coming years to regain lost global notoriety. That said, the company could be in oversold territory, and Wall Street forward estimates suggest ***** ysts are in "prove it" mode regarding the company's massive $70 billion turnaround plan. Here's a look at how Stellantis is poised to outperform its rivals over the next five years.
Over the past three years, General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis have traded in completely different trajectories. GM has been thriving, and its stock has doubled over the past three years, while Ford has essentially remained flat, but Stellantis checked in with a staggering near 70% decline. To get a better idea of just how much value Stellantis has shed, take a look at this next graph.
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Not only does Stellantis' market cap equal a fraction of rivals GM or Ford, but it has also even sunk below that of young electric vehicle (EV) maker Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN). That's right; Stellantis, a global automaker with millions of shipments annually, has a market cap below Rivian, which only sells four electric vehicles and has only achieved its first full year of gross profitability in 2025, and remains a long way away from net profitability.
Roughly a decade ago, Stellantis, then operating as Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in this reference, was peaking in the U.S. market. By 2019, however, its market share began a sharp decline that would last until about 2023, before leveling off over the next couple of years. This is the first year investors are seeing life from its core Jeep and Ram brands in North America.
#ford #NYSE #signal
Over the past three years, General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis have traded in completely different trajectories. GM has been thriving, and its stock has doubled over the past three years, while Ford has essentially remained flat, but Stellantis checked in with a staggering near 70% decline. To get a better idea of just how much value Stellantis has shed, take a look at this next graph.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Not only does Stellantis' market cap equal a fraction of rivals GM or Ford, but it has also even sunk below that of young electric vehicle (EV) maker Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN). That's right; Stellantis, a global automaker with millions of shipments annually, has a market cap below Rivian, which only sells four electric vehicles and has only achieved its first full year of gross profitability in 2025, and remains a long way away from net profitability.
Roughly a decade ago, Stellantis, then operating as Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in this reference, was peaking in the U.S. market. By 2019, however, its market share began a sharp decline that would last until about 2023, before leveling off over the next couple of years. This is the first year investors are seeing life from its core Jeep and Ram brands in North America.
#ford #NYSE #signal
10 days ago
CLA Global, an international ******* ociation of independent accounting and advisory companies, has added Bulgarian operators Simbula and Existra to its network.
Both practices will gradually adopt the CLA Global branding in the coming months and operate under the name CLA Bulgaria.
CLA Global CEO Paul English said: "We are delighted to welcome both firms to CLA Global. With over 15 years in the Bulgarian market and a full-service offering across audit, advisory, tax and outsourcing, the firms bring real depth to our network.
"They share our commitment to quality, independence and long-term client relationships, making them a genuine fit. We look forward to working with them to support clients with cross-border needs and growing the network together."
Once complete, CLA Bulgaria will have a team of more than 40 professionals and six partner-level leaders, working from two offices in Sofia.
#network #bulgarian #simbula
Both practices will gradually adopt the CLA Global branding in the coming months and operate under the name CLA Bulgaria.
CLA Global CEO Paul English said: "We are delighted to welcome both firms to CLA Global. With over 15 years in the Bulgarian market and a full-service offering across audit, advisory, tax and outsourcing, the firms bring real depth to our network.
"They share our commitment to quality, independence and long-term client relationships, making them a genuine fit. We look forward to working with them to support clients with cross-border needs and growing the network together."
Once complete, CLA Bulgaria will have a team of more than 40 professionals and six partner-level leaders, working from two offices in Sofia.
#network #bulgarian #simbula
10 days ago
During this year's free agency cycle and 2026 NFL draft, all four AFC North teams made significant moves to add talent to their rosters. While more additions are still possible over the next few months, everyone's core players are mostly set ahead of the 2026 season.
How do the different positional groups in the division stack up to one another? Let's rank the AFC North squads by position, continuing with cornerback.
Starters: Joey Porter Jr., Jamal Dean, Jalen Ramsey
Depth: Asante Samuel Jr., Daylen Everette, Brandin Echols
The Steelers are returning Joey Porter Jr. and Jalen Ramsey as primary cornerbacks while making two notable additions this offseason. Veteran Jamal Dean was inked to a three-year contract after playing seven years in Tampa Bay, where he established himself as a reliable and consistent player. Although he's never earned Pro Bowl or All-Pro recognition, Dean was PFF's No. 3 graded cornerback in 2026 with three interceptions and two passes defended. Porter has become a high-level coverage player through three seasons and has the potential to make a jump to stardom status in Year 4. A potential X-factor is Asante Samuel Jr., who the Steelers also signed after he was medically cleared to return from a spinal injury,
#porter #dean #samuel
How do the different positional groups in the division stack up to one another? Let's rank the AFC North squads by position, continuing with cornerback.
Starters: Joey Porter Jr., Jamal Dean, Jalen Ramsey
Depth: Asante Samuel Jr., Daylen Everette, Brandin Echols
The Steelers are returning Joey Porter Jr. and Jalen Ramsey as primary cornerbacks while making two notable additions this offseason. Veteran Jamal Dean was inked to a three-year contract after playing seven years in Tampa Bay, where he established himself as a reliable and consistent player. Although he's never earned Pro Bowl or All-Pro recognition, Dean was PFF's No. 3 graded cornerback in 2026 with three interceptions and two passes defended. Porter has become a high-level coverage player through three seasons and has the potential to make a jump to stardom status in Year 4. A potential X-factor is Asante Samuel Jr., who the Steelers also signed after he was medically cleared to return from a spinal injury,
#porter #dean #samuel
10 days ago
NASCAR fans tuning into this weekend's racing Indianapolis Motor Speedway will notice more than just a new battle on the track.
Beginning with Sunday's Cup Series race, NASCAR is introducing a new broadcast presentation that will remain in place for the rest of the 2026 season, including every race in The Chase.
The change comes as USA Sports officially takes over coverage of the final 14 Cup Series events, bringing new branding, familiar broadcast voices and several additions designed to give viewers a different perspective throughout race weekends.
Here's what fans can expect.
NASCAR confirmed Wednesday that USA Sports will brand every remaining Cup Series broadcast beginning at New Hampshire and continuing through the championship race at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
#nascar
Beginning with Sunday's Cup Series race, NASCAR is introducing a new broadcast presentation that will remain in place for the rest of the 2026 season, including every race in The Chase.
The change comes as USA Sports officially takes over coverage of the final 14 Cup Series events, bringing new branding, familiar broadcast voices and several additions designed to give viewers a different perspective throughout race weekends.
Here's what fans can expect.
NASCAR confirmed Wednesday that USA Sports will brand every remaining Cup Series broadcast beginning at New Hampshire and continuing through the championship race at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
#nascar
10 days ago
In Bitcoin news today, shareholders of Satsuma Technology voted by more than 90% on Monday to sell the company's remaining 668 BTC, worth roughly $43.5M at current prices, and to cancel its LSE delisting, overruling four of six board members and formally ending a Bitcoin treasury experiment that lasted less than 12 months.
The decision crystallizes one of the sharper destructions of investor capital in the UK crypto ******* e: against the £163.6M raised in August 2025, shareholders now expect to recover between £26.8M and £30M after wind-down costs, less than 20 pence on the pound.
This latest Bitcoin Treasury firm news dropped as BTC climbed a modest +0.4% overnight, dropping under $66,000 since yesterday but still trading at $65,700, with a daily trading volume of $31.8Bn.
Satsuma started life as TAO Alpha, a small AI firm, before rebranding and pivoting to a Bitcoin treasury accumulation strategy. In August 2025, it hired Mark Moss, an American Bitcoin commentator with over 700,000 YouTube subscribers, as Chief Bitcoin Strategist.
The firm then raised £163.6M through convertible notes led by ParaFi Capital, with Pantera Capital, Digital Currency Group, and Kraken participating. Some investors contributed 1,097 BTC directly in place of roughly $97M in cash.
#Bitcoin #firm #august #shareholders
The decision crystallizes one of the sharper destructions of investor capital in the UK crypto ******* e: against the £163.6M raised in August 2025, shareholders now expect to recover between £26.8M and £30M after wind-down costs, less than 20 pence on the pound.
This latest Bitcoin Treasury firm news dropped as BTC climbed a modest +0.4% overnight, dropping under $66,000 since yesterday but still trading at $65,700, with a daily trading volume of $31.8Bn.
Satsuma started life as TAO Alpha, a small AI firm, before rebranding and pivoting to a Bitcoin treasury accumulation strategy. In August 2025, it hired Mark Moss, an American Bitcoin commentator with over 700,000 YouTube subscribers, as Chief Bitcoin Strategist.
The firm then raised £163.6M through convertible notes led by ParaFi Capital, with Pantera Capital, Digital Currency Group, and Kraken participating. Some investors contributed 1,097 BTC directly in place of roughly $97M in cash.
#Bitcoin #firm #august #shareholders
11 days ago
It's a special edition of the Coloradoan's Athlete of the Week series, partnering with Blue Federal Credit Union to honor our top local sports stars.
This week's version isn't about the athletes so much as the schools they represent.
What is the best mascot among our Fort Collins-area schools? While there is some nickname overlap between a few schools, each school has a distinct branding, including a couple names unique to Fort Collins schools.
So, use your vote for your favorite local mascot! Maybe it's your alma mater. Perhaps your kid attends school there. Or maybe you just think a Lambkin (or a SaberCat, or an Impala, or a Firebird, etc.) is just a really unique, interesting mascot.
You can find the poll at the bottom of the page.
#maybe #school
This week's version isn't about the athletes so much as the schools they represent.
What is the best mascot among our Fort Collins-area schools? While there is some nickname overlap between a few schools, each school has a distinct branding, including a couple names unique to Fort Collins schools.
So, use your vote for your favorite local mascot! Maybe it's your alma mater. Perhaps your kid attends school there. Or maybe you just think a Lambkin (or a SaberCat, or an Impala, or a Firebird, etc.) is just a really unique, interesting mascot.
You can find the poll at the bottom of the page.
#maybe #school
12 days ago
SEC Media Days usually center around topics involving improvement for programs and goals for the upcoming season. During Shane Beamer's session, his status as a quasi-streaming celebrity came up during his opening remarks.
Beamer spoke about an offseason trip he took with his family in Turks and Caicos, and how he was recognized in an unlikely location.
"My family and I were in Turks and Caicos back in February and was going through the TSA line down in Turks, and the guy that was doing everything in TSA looked at me and said, You look familiar. And then it hit him. He said, You're an SEC football coach. I watched that Netflix special "Fantasia," because he saw the episode where I sang "Fantasia" to my wife after the A&M game," Beamer shared during SEC Media Days.
The TSA agent might not have remembered the correct name of the show, but Beamer spoke to the impact Netflix's Any Given Saturday has had on the program from a branding standpoint. The Gamecocks have players from Ireland and Germany on their roster this season.
"One, kind of go back to what I said about the whole Netflix special. When we agreed to be one of the teams to participate on the Netflix "Any Given Saturday" documentary, that was one of the things that I thought about, was just the amount of people that would see that and they'd be exposed to SEC football and say, Man, South Carolina looks like a place that I would love to go to school," Beamer said.
#turks #days #fantasia #saturday
Beamer spoke about an offseason trip he took with his family in Turks and Caicos, and how he was recognized in an unlikely location.
"My family and I were in Turks and Caicos back in February and was going through the TSA line down in Turks, and the guy that was doing everything in TSA looked at me and said, You look familiar. And then it hit him. He said, You're an SEC football coach. I watched that Netflix special "Fantasia," because he saw the episode where I sang "Fantasia" to my wife after the A&M game," Beamer shared during SEC Media Days.
The TSA agent might not have remembered the correct name of the show, but Beamer spoke to the impact Netflix's Any Given Saturday has had on the program from a branding standpoint. The Gamecocks have players from Ireland and Germany on their roster this season.
"One, kind of go back to what I said about the whole Netflix special. When we agreed to be one of the teams to participate on the Netflix "Any Given Saturday" documentary, that was one of the things that I thought about, was just the amount of people that would see that and they'd be exposed to SEC football and say, Man, South Carolina looks like a place that I would love to go to school," Beamer said.
#turks #days #fantasia #saturday
12 days ago
The Houston Dynamo return to action from their World Cup break this week, but after a couple matches, they'll be adding a new sponsor to their jerseys and it will be placed in a fitting spot.
The Dynamo, who play D.C. United on Wednesday at Shell Energy Stadium, announced a multi-year partnership with Dude Wipes on Tuesday that will include adding the name of the disposable wipes brand to a spot close to where the product is most often used: The bottom of the back of the jerseys. The branding will be added in time for the Aug. 1 road match at Sporting Kansas City.
The partnerships tagline is "Space City has Uranus covered."
"Dude Wipes is exactly the kind of partner we love working with: a brand that's unapologetically authentic, knows how to make people laugh, and has built an incredibly loyal community by staying true to its personality," Houston Dynamo FC chief revenue officer Nico Zini said in a statement released by the club. "Together, we'll bring that same energy to our fans through creative activations, meaningful community initiatives and unforgettable matchday experiences. And as our Back of Jersey partner, it's only fitting that Dude Wipes literally has our backs."
The Dynamo-Dude Wipes partnership will include signage inside Shell Energy Stadium, concourse activations and premium hospitality enhancements. The company also will be the presenting partner of Cascarita, a youth development program that offers free street-style pickup soccer events for players ages 12-18.
#partner #shell #stadium #city
The Dynamo, who play D.C. United on Wednesday at Shell Energy Stadium, announced a multi-year partnership with Dude Wipes on Tuesday that will include adding the name of the disposable wipes brand to a spot close to where the product is most often used: The bottom of the back of the jerseys. The branding will be added in time for the Aug. 1 road match at Sporting Kansas City.
The partnerships tagline is "Space City has Uranus covered."
"Dude Wipes is exactly the kind of partner we love working with: a brand that's unapologetically authentic, knows how to make people laugh, and has built an incredibly loyal community by staying true to its personality," Houston Dynamo FC chief revenue officer Nico Zini said in a statement released by the club. "Together, we'll bring that same energy to our fans through creative activations, meaningful community initiatives and unforgettable matchday experiences. And as our Back of Jersey partner, it's only fitting that Dude Wipes literally has our backs."
The Dynamo-Dude Wipes partnership will include signage inside Shell Energy Stadium, concourse activations and premium hospitality enhancements. The company also will be the presenting partner of Cascarita, a youth development program that offers free street-style pickup soccer events for players ages 12-18.
#partner #shell #stadium #city
13 days ago
A journalist suggests that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle might need a fresh reset after a string of setbacks in Hollywood. He also noted that Meghan may have been disappointed by the lack of public engagements in their UK visit. He further touched on the Sussexes' financial situation, their Hollywood struggles, and the debatable aftermath of the reunion.
Journalist Nelson Aspen, along with Will Kingston, discussed the Sussexes' Hollywood struggles and how they need a major rebranding effort. Aspen alleged that Meghan Markle could have been "sad" as her return to the UK was not captured publicly.
He said, "However, she said she would let Harry lead the way and she was very supportive of him, and I think it's wonderful that your king somehow managed to wait them out and play them like a fiddle." He further mentioned that the couple does need a "reinvention" as they struggle to keep their footing in Hollywood.
Aspen noted that Prince Harry is likely trying to get back into the royal family's good graces. The expert added that the reunion was the perfect opportunity to take a step in that direction. Kingston argued that both Sussexes constantly attempt to reinvent themselves publicly through various projects. Those efforts, however, appear to fail repeatedly.
He claimed that "neither of them has a great deal of talent" required to sustain long-term success in the industry. However, he believes that the Invictus Games do contribute slightly positively to their rebranding. Aspen then pointed out Harry's financial difficulties with the Invictus Games. He noted how several people want him removed from it.
Journalist Nelson Aspen, along with Will Kingston, discussed the Sussexes' Hollywood struggles and how they need a major rebranding effort. Aspen alleged that Meghan Markle could have been "sad" as her return to the UK was not captured publicly.
He said, "However, she said she would let Harry lead the way and she was very supportive of him, and I think it's wonderful that your king somehow managed to wait them out and play them like a fiddle." He further mentioned that the couple does need a "reinvention" as they struggle to keep their footing in Hollywood.
Aspen noted that Prince Harry is likely trying to get back into the royal family's good graces. The expert added that the reunion was the perfect opportunity to take a step in that direction. Kingston argued that both Sussexes constantly attempt to reinvent themselves publicly through various projects. Those efforts, however, appear to fail repeatedly.
He claimed that "neither of them has a great deal of talent" required to sustain long-term success in the industry. However, he believes that the Invictus Games do contribute slightly positively to their rebranding. Aspen then pointed out Harry's financial difficulties with the Invictus Games. He noted how several people want him removed from it.
13 days ago
A journalist suggests that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle might need a fresh reset after a string of setbacks in Hollywood. He also noted that Meghan may have been disappointed by the lack of public engagements in their UK visit. He further touched on the Sussexes' financial situation, their Hollywood struggles, and the debatable aftermath of the reunion.
Journalist Nelson Aspen, along with Will Kingston, discussed the Sussexes' Hollywood struggles and how they need a major rebranding effort. Aspen alleged that Meghan Markle could have been "sad" as her return to the UK was not captured publicly.
He said, "However, she said she would let Harry lead the way and she was very supportive of him, and I think it's wonderful that your king somehow managed to wait them out and play them like a fiddle." He further mentioned that the couple does need a "reinvention" as they struggle to keep their footing in Hollywood.
Aspen noted that Prince Harry is likely trying to get back into the royal family's good graces. The expert added that the reunion was the perfect opportunity to take a step in that direction. Kingston argued that both Sussexes constantly attempt to reinvent themselves publicly through various projects. Those efforts, however, appear to fail repeatedly.
He claimed that "neither of them has a great deal of talent" required to sustain long-term success in the industry. However, he believes that the Invictus Games do contribute slightly positively to their rebranding. Aspen then pointed out Harry's financial difficulties with the Invictus Games. He noted how several people want him removed from it.
Journalist Nelson Aspen, along with Will Kingston, discussed the Sussexes' Hollywood struggles and how they need a major rebranding effort. Aspen alleged that Meghan Markle could have been "sad" as her return to the UK was not captured publicly.
He said, "However, she said she would let Harry lead the way and she was very supportive of him, and I think it's wonderful that your king somehow managed to wait them out and play them like a fiddle." He further mentioned that the couple does need a "reinvention" as they struggle to keep their footing in Hollywood.
Aspen noted that Prince Harry is likely trying to get back into the royal family's good graces. The expert added that the reunion was the perfect opportunity to take a step in that direction. Kingston argued that both Sussexes constantly attempt to reinvent themselves publicly through various projects. Those efforts, however, appear to fail repeatedly.
He claimed that "neither of them has a great deal of talent" required to sustain long-term success in the industry. However, he believes that the Invictus Games do contribute slightly positively to their rebranding. Aspen then pointed out Harry's financial difficulties with the Invictus Games. He noted how several people want him removed from it.
19 days ago
LUCKNOW: A suspected online betting network has come to light in several district premier leagues organised across Uttar Pradesh, raising concerns over the exposure of young players to illegal activities.
The Uttar Pradesh Cricket ******* ociation (UPCA) office-bearers admitted that they have information about such illegal activities, but claimed that no action could be taken in the absence of a formal complaint.
According to officials and sources ******* ociated with district cricket bodies, a pattern has emerged in which event management companies approach district ******* ociations with proposals to organise franchise-style leagues.
These events are promoted on the lines of the UPT20 League and the Indian Premier League (IPL), with player trials, hotel-based auctions, team branding, live streaming and sponsorship packages.
Office-bearers of a few district cricket ******* ociations claimed that some sponsors or their ******* ociate companies were linked to online betting platforms.
"While the leagues are projected as professional exposure opportunities for budding cricketers, the real financial gains are being generated through betting activity around the matches," an office-bearer of a cricket ******* ociation said.
District leagues are organised in Kanpur, Ayodhya, Muzaffarnagar, Meerut and Ghaziabad.
These tournaments draw young cricketers hoping to be noticed for the UP T20 League, which has become a recognised pathway for players aspiring to reach bigger professional platforms, including the IPL.
Another office-bearer of a district cricket ******* ociation alleged that event management companies were functioning as intermediaries for betting-linked sponsors.
"District league event companies work like agents of betting companies. They connect with district ******* ociations to organise district premier leagues, bring sponsors and handle hosting plans. Some sponsors also have sister companies involved in online betting. This is a planned operation, and the same event company is involved in holding multiple district leagues," he said.
"The model begins with trials where aspiring players are charged Rs 500-Rs 1,000 each for trials in which thousands turn up. The events are then packaged for digital visibility, with team names, match schedules and live scoring being used by betting platforms to attract online wagers," the office-bearer added.
TOI came across digital material indicating that teams from a district league appeared on a betting website. Sources claimed that the sponsor company and the betting platform were linked through a common parent or ******* ociate entity. Such connections, if established, would raise serious questions about the integrity of the tournaments.
Senior office-bearers of the Uttar Pradesh Cricket ******* ociation have also received informal reports about betting activities and movement of money between entities operating betting websites. However, officials said no action was
The Uttar Pradesh Cricket ******* ociation (UPCA) office-bearers admitted that they have information about such illegal activities, but claimed that no action could be taken in the absence of a formal complaint.
According to officials and sources ******* ociated with district cricket bodies, a pattern has emerged in which event management companies approach district ******* ociations with proposals to organise franchise-style leagues.
These events are promoted on the lines of the UPT20 League and the Indian Premier League (IPL), with player trials, hotel-based auctions, team branding, live streaming and sponsorship packages.
Office-bearers of a few district cricket ******* ociations claimed that some sponsors or their ******* ociate companies were linked to online betting platforms.
"While the leagues are projected as professional exposure opportunities for budding cricketers, the real financial gains are being generated through betting activity around the matches," an office-bearer of a cricket ******* ociation said.
District leagues are organised in Kanpur, Ayodhya, Muzaffarnagar, Meerut and Ghaziabad.
These tournaments draw young cricketers hoping to be noticed for the UP T20 League, which has become a recognised pathway for players aspiring to reach bigger professional platforms, including the IPL.
Another office-bearer of a district cricket ******* ociation alleged that event management companies were functioning as intermediaries for betting-linked sponsors.
"District league event companies work like agents of betting companies. They connect with district ******* ociations to organise district premier leagues, bring sponsors and handle hosting plans. Some sponsors also have sister companies involved in online betting. This is a planned operation, and the same event company is involved in holding multiple district leagues," he said.
"The model begins with trials where aspiring players are charged Rs 500-Rs 1,000 each for trials in which thousands turn up. The events are then packaged for digital visibility, with team names, match schedules and live scoring being used by betting platforms to attract online wagers," the office-bearer added.
TOI came across digital material indicating that teams from a district league appeared on a betting website. Sources claimed that the sponsor company and the betting platform were linked through a common parent or ******* ociate entity. Such connections, if established, would raise serious questions about the integrity of the tournaments.
Senior office-bearers of the Uttar Pradesh Cricket ******* ociation have also received informal reports about betting activities and movement of money between entities operating betting websites. However, officials said no action was
20 days ago
Aston Villa have announced a new front-of-shirt sponsor for the 2026-27 season, with president of business operations Francesco Calvo stating the deal is a "symbol of the club's continuing expansion".
Visit Rwanda will become the club's principle partner, official tourism partner and official coffee provider - and the Rwandan Development Board's branding will appear on the front of all men's, women's and academy kits.
"This is a very exciting partnership for Aston Villa," Calvo said. "There is a great range and depth of opportunities for collaboration, learning and innovation.
"We are looking forward to working with Visit Rwanda to deliver meaningful activations through tourism, investment and sporting development."
Supporters who have already purchased the new home kit will be able to take their shirt into an Aston Villa store to have the sponsor branding printed free of charge.
Visit Rwanda will become the club's principle partner, official tourism partner and official coffee provider - and the Rwandan Development Board's branding will appear on the front of all men's, women's and academy kits.
"This is a very exciting partnership for Aston Villa," Calvo said. "There is a great range and depth of opportunities for collaboration, learning and innovation.
"We are looking forward to working with Visit Rwanda to deliver meaningful activations through tourism, investment and sporting development."
Supporters who have already purchased the new home kit will be able to take their shirt into an Aston Villa store to have the sponsor branding printed free of charge.
20 days ago
Jordan Walker and Kyle Schwarber put on a laser show deep into the Philadelphia night to ensure that the 2026 Home Run Derby was a great success. Concerns about the reimagined event were quickly allayed and Major League Baseball has the blueprint to go forward with an event that has vacillated between being must-see television and a lackluster slog.
The annual meeting of the mashers where only dingers are valued is a bit of a unicorn in the sports ecosphere. NBA All-Star Weekend is an abomination and the Slam Dunk Contest has fallen from hallowed ground with only the smoldering wreckage to observe. NFL players still gather for something with Pro Bowl branding but watching that is tantamount to testing one’s self-respect. Meanwhile, the national pastime still has a midseason showcase with strong bones and a concept so simple even the most casual observer can understand.
So there is good news coming out of Monday night’s longball festival. Even for Netflix, a nascent rights-holder that once again took some feedback in the form of high heat for its presentation of the product. People hated what they did with the All-Star exhibition far less than its Opening Night abomination.
Look elsewhere to see plenty of other people bashing last night’s broadcast. We’re all about the silver linings here. Netflix can improve things with one simple hack.
And that’s doing far, far less.
The annual meeting of the mashers where only dingers are valued is a bit of a unicorn in the sports ecosphere. NBA All-Star Weekend is an abomination and the Slam Dunk Contest has fallen from hallowed ground with only the smoldering wreckage to observe. NFL players still gather for something with Pro Bowl branding but watching that is tantamount to testing one’s self-respect. Meanwhile, the national pastime still has a midseason showcase with strong bones and a concept so simple even the most casual observer can understand.
So there is good news coming out of Monday night’s longball festival. Even for Netflix, a nascent rights-holder that once again took some feedback in the form of high heat for its presentation of the product. People hated what they did with the All-Star exhibition far less than its Opening Night abomination.
Look elsewhere to see plenty of other people bashing last night’s broadcast. We’re all about the silver linings here. Netflix can improve things with one simple hack.
And that’s doing far, far less.
21 days ago
It seems that former Buffalo Bills wide receiver Brandin Cooks still hasn't gotten over his non-catch against the Denver Broncos in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs last season.
“I will continue to process it until I get back on the field, but I think the biggest thing I can say is that I still feel like it was a catch," Cooks told The Athletic's Tim Graham.
Facing 3rd-and-11 at his own 36-yard line with the game tied at 30-30, Bills quarterback Josh Allen threw a deep pass intended for Cooks, who initially appeared to catch it before Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian ripped it out of his hands. McMillian came away with the ball and officials ruled it an interception, a decision the NFL has backed.
After that takeaway, Denver later kicked a field goal to secure a 33-30 win. Cooks, 32, is currently an unsigned free agent. If he doesn't land another contract, that turnover will mark the final play of his NFL career.
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“I will continue to process it until I get back on the field, but I think the biggest thing I can say is that I still feel like it was a catch," Cooks told The Athletic's Tim Graham.
Facing 3rd-and-11 at his own 36-yard line with the game tied at 30-30, Bills quarterback Josh Allen threw a deep pass intended for Cooks, who initially appeared to catch it before Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian ripped it out of his hands. McMillian came away with the ball and officials ruled it an interception, a decision the NFL has backed.
After that takeaway, Denver later kicked a field goal to secure a 33-30 win. Cooks, 32, is currently an unsigned free agent. If he doesn't land another contract, that turnover will mark the final play of his NFL career.
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21 days ago
When Apple sued OpenAI on July 10 for allegedly stealing its hardware secrets, it handed Elon Musk a fresh reason to go after Sam Altman — and this time the two billionaires' feud is playing out over companies that everyday investors can now actually own.
Musk, an OpenAI co-founder-turned-rival who runs the newly public ***** eX and its xAI unit, pounced almost immediately. He resurfaced a post branding Altman "Scam Altman" (1) and added that Altman takes scamming to a whole new level. In a separate jab tied to Apple's complaint, Musk accused Altman of graduating from "stealing an open source AI charity" (2) to trying to steal all of Apple's phone technology.
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Musk, an OpenAI co-founder-turned-rival who runs the newly public ***** eX and its xAI unit, pounced almost immediately. He resurfaced a post branding Altman "Scam Altman" (1) and added that Altman takes scamming to a whole new level. In a separate jab tied to Apple's complaint, Musk accused Altman of graduating from "stealing an open source AI charity" (2) to trying to steal all of Apple's phone technology.
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Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here's what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP
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25 days ago
Free agent wide receiver Brandin Cooks doesn't plan to be a free agent much longer.
Cooks told Tim Graham of TheAthletic.com that he's looking forward to being in some team's training camp in a few weeks, and he hopes to return to Buffalo, where he finished last season.
"Obviously, Buffalo is the place I'd love to be," Cooks said. "I want to prove that to them and have a full offseason with them. Both sides are figuring things out. We'll see, but hopefully something transpires because I love going to training camp. That's where you build that callus."
Cooks said he has been staying in shape this offseason and wants to play with a contender. Cooks thinks the Bills are contenders as long as they have Josh Allen at quarterback.
"I chose Buffalo because of the belief in Josh Allen," Cooks said. "From afar, you heard the things going on inside the receiver room. In my mind, 'OK, this was an opportunity where you got guys that can play, but also there's a niche in there where, if I can come in and do what I have to do, I'm contributing.' It was the totality of things, but who wouldn't want to play with Josh Allen?"
Cooks told Tim Graham of TheAthletic.com that he's looking forward to being in some team's training camp in a few weeks, and he hopes to return to Buffalo, where he finished last season.
"Obviously, Buffalo is the place I'd love to be," Cooks said. "I want to prove that to them and have a full offseason with them. Both sides are figuring things out. We'll see, but hopefully something transpires because I love going to training camp. That's where you build that callus."
Cooks said he has been staying in shape this offseason and wants to play with a contender. Cooks thinks the Bills are contenders as long as they have Josh Allen at quarterback.
"I chose Buffalo because of the belief in Josh Allen," Cooks said. "From afar, you heard the things going on inside the receiver room. In my mind, 'OK, this was an opportunity where you got guys that can play, but also there's a niche in there where, if I can come in and do what I have to do, I'm contributing.' It was the totality of things, but who wouldn't want to play with Josh Allen?"
25 days ago
In overtime of the divisional playoff game in Denver, Bills wide receiver Brandin Cooks had a catch in his hands at the Broncos' 20-yard line that would have put Buffalo in range for the game-winning field goal and sent the Bills to the AFC Championship Game. But Denver's Ja'Quan McMillian ripped the ball out of Cooks' arms for an interception, and the Broncos kicked a game-winning field goal of their own on the next possession.
Cooks still can't believe it.
"For a week straight, I was watching it over and over," Cooks told Tim Graham of TheAthletic.com. "But I knew, as a father, that I had to put it away. If I'd have kept watching, it would have put me in some type of mood that my wife and my kids didn't deserve."
The NFL has confirmed that the official's call of an interception was correct, but Cooks thinks he had possession and was down before McMillian got the ball from him.
"I will continue to process it until I get back on the field," Cooks said, "but I think the biggest thing I can say is that I still feel like it was a catch. After it happened, seeing some of the so-called controversial calls that were called a catch, I just had to turn the playoffs off because I'm like, 'Yo, what is going on?' For me, the way that my mind operates is, 'OK, what can I do about it?' And what I can do about it is get back on the field, continue to work on being the best that I can be and making sure next time it's a catch-and-run for a touchdown and leave it in no one else's hands."
Cooks still can't believe it.
"For a week straight, I was watching it over and over," Cooks told Tim Graham of TheAthletic.com. "But I knew, as a father, that I had to put it away. If I'd have kept watching, it would have put me in some type of mood that my wife and my kids didn't deserve."
The NFL has confirmed that the official's call of an interception was correct, but Cooks thinks he had possession and was down before McMillian got the ball from him.
"I will continue to process it until I get back on the field," Cooks said, "but I think the biggest thing I can say is that I still feel like it was a catch. After it happened, seeing some of the so-called controversial calls that were called a catch, I just had to turn the playoffs off because I'm like, 'Yo, what is going on?' For me, the way that my mind operates is, 'OK, what can I do about it?' And what I can do about it is get back on the field, continue to work on being the best that I can be and making sure next time it's a catch-and-run for a touchdown and leave it in no one else's hands."
25 days ago
Microsoft (MSFT) on Monday announced it is cutting 4,800 roles across the company, roughly 2.1% of its workforce. The bulk of the layoffs, 3,200, will come from Microsoft's Xbox division.
According to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, the first round of cuts includes 1,600 employees today. The company is also moving four studios — Ninja Theory, Undead Labs, Compulsion Games, and Double Fine Productions — to outside management and is working to sell or spin off a fifth, Arkane Studios, in France.
"Our business today is not healthy. We are operating at margins that are 3-10x lower than comparable platform and publishing businesses. In a typical year, we lost 64 cents for every dollar we invested," Sharma wrote in an email to employees.
Sharma, who took the reins of Microsoft's gaming division in February, has made several statements over the last few months about working to address Xbox's shortcomings. She's also taken steps to reduce the price of the company's subscription gaming service and improve branding.
But Monday's move was her most consequential yet.
According to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, the first round of cuts includes 1,600 employees today. The company is also moving four studios — Ninja Theory, Undead Labs, Compulsion Games, and Double Fine Productions — to outside management and is working to sell or spin off a fifth, Arkane Studios, in France.
"Our business today is not healthy. We are operating at margins that are 3-10x lower than comparable platform and publishing businesses. In a typical year, we lost 64 cents for every dollar we invested," Sharma wrote in an email to employees.
Sharma, who took the reins of Microsoft's gaming division in February, has made several statements over the last few months about working to address Xbox's shortcomings. She's also taken steps to reduce the price of the company's subscription gaming service and improve branding.
But Monday's move was her most consequential yet.
26 days ago
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's lavish wedding was filled with unforgettable moments, but one subtle detail may have lasting significance long after the celebration ended.
The couple's intertwined "T&T" logo was impossible to miss throughout their Madison Square Garden nuptials, leading many fans to see it as nothing more than a romantic wedding monogram.
Branding experts, however, believe the carefully designed emblem could represent the foundation of an enduring public identity, with some suggesting it may eventually become one of the couple's most recognizable symbols.
From the moment guests received their invitations, it became clear that Taylor Swift and Kelce had carefully crafted a visual identity for their big day.
Their custom "T&T" monogram, two connected "T" initials linked by delicate hearts, appeared throughout nearly every aspect of the celebration.
The couple's intertwined "T&T" logo was impossible to miss throughout their Madison Square Garden nuptials, leading many fans to see it as nothing more than a romantic wedding monogram.
Branding experts, however, believe the carefully designed emblem could represent the foundation of an enduring public identity, with some suggesting it may eventually become one of the couple's most recognizable symbols.
From the moment guests received their invitations, it became clear that Taylor Swift and Kelce had carefully crafted a visual identity for their big day.
Their custom "T&T" monogram, two connected "T" initials linked by delicate hearts, appeared throughout nearly every aspect of the celebration.
