7 hours ago
Oscar Health (OSCR) raised its full-year earnings outlook while lowering its expected medical costs to cover benefits for its nearly 3 million Affordable Care Act exchange members. OSCR stock climbed in early Wednesday stock market action ahead of its 9 a.m. ET investor conference.
Oscar, which made an aggressive play to gain ACA market share, has seen enrollment surge 47% from a year ago as of June 30, even as overall enrollment has plunged due to the expiration of enhanced premium subsidies. As of now, it looks like the bet is paying off in a big way, with shares up 126% this year through Tuesday. But it's still a bit early to know, because Oscar's earnings depend not only on its own members' costs, but also those of other ACA insurers.
The ACA's No. 2 insurer by membership behind Centene (CNC) said that it now expects its medical loss ratio, or benefit costs as a share of premiums, to be in the 81% to 82% range, down from the prior outlook of 81.5% to 82.5%.
Oscar boosted its outlook for earnings from operations by $100 million at both ends to a range of $600 million to $800 million. The unchanged revenue outlook, between $18.7 billion and $19 billion, implies that no additional customer churn is expected.
Here is what investors should keep in mind. Compared to the overall ACA risk pool, Oscar's enrollment is relatively young, healthy and more likely to sign up for very-high-deductible bronze plans. Yet based on its relatively healthy risk pool, Oscar expects about 20% of its premiums will be paid out via risk adjustment to other carriers under ACA rules. That means results in the second half of this year depend to a large degree on the level of healthcare utilization by non-Oscar members. As of now, it's a bit early to tell, since healthcare spending tends to rise as the year progresses and insured members exhaust their deductibles.
#oscar #year
Oscar, which made an aggressive play to gain ACA market share, has seen enrollment surge 47% from a year ago as of June 30, even as overall enrollment has plunged due to the expiration of enhanced premium subsidies. As of now, it looks like the bet is paying off in a big way, with shares up 126% this year through Tuesday. But it's still a bit early to know, because Oscar's earnings depend not only on its own members' costs, but also those of other ACA insurers.
The ACA's No. 2 insurer by membership behind Centene (CNC) said that it now expects its medical loss ratio, or benefit costs as a share of premiums, to be in the 81% to 82% range, down from the prior outlook of 81.5% to 82.5%.
Oscar boosted its outlook for earnings from operations by $100 million at both ends to a range of $600 million to $800 million. The unchanged revenue outlook, between $18.7 billion and $19 billion, implies that no additional customer churn is expected.
Here is what investors should keep in mind. Compared to the overall ACA risk pool, Oscar's enrollment is relatively young, healthy and more likely to sign up for very-high-deductible bronze plans. Yet based on its relatively healthy risk pool, Oscar expects about 20% of its premiums will be paid out via risk adjustment to other carriers under ACA rules. That means results in the second half of this year depend to a large degree on the level of healthcare utilization by non-Oscar members. As of now, it's a bit early to tell, since healthcare spending tends to rise as the year progresses and insured members exhaust their deductibles.
#oscar #year
5 days ago
Americans Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek won the 100m at the first World Athletics Ultimate Championship, the biggest track and field meet of 2026.
Jefferson-Wooden clocked 10.62 seconds, one hundredth off her personal best from winning the 2025 World ****** le. Julien Alfred, the 2024 Olympic gold medalist, was runner-up in 10.74, followed by 2024 Olympic silver medalist Sha'Carri Richardson in 10.76.
Jefferson-Wooden, who has one 100m defeat since taking bronze at the Paris Games, is the fourth-fastest woman in history behind American Florence Griffith Joyner (world record 10.49) and Jamaicans Elaine Thompson-Herah (10.54) and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (10.60).
Bednarek, a two-time Olympic 200m silver medalist, earned the biggest individual race win of his career. He ran 9.85, beating 2025 World champion Oblique Seville of Jamaica by five hundredths. Bednarek is also running Sunday in the 200, an event where's the world's fastest man this year.
ULTIMATE CHAMPIONSHIP: Results | Broadcast Schedule
#bednarek #olympic
Jefferson-Wooden clocked 10.62 seconds, one hundredth off her personal best from winning the 2025 World ****** le. Julien Alfred, the 2024 Olympic gold medalist, was runner-up in 10.74, followed by 2024 Olympic silver medalist Sha'Carri Richardson in 10.76.
Jefferson-Wooden, who has one 100m defeat since taking bronze at the Paris Games, is the fourth-fastest woman in history behind American Florence Griffith Joyner (world record 10.49) and Jamaicans Elaine Thompson-Herah (10.54) and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (10.60).
Bednarek, a two-time Olympic 200m silver medalist, earned the biggest individual race win of his career. He ran 9.85, beating 2025 World champion Oblique Seville of Jamaica by five hundredths. Bednarek is also running Sunday in the 200, an event where's the world's fastest man this year.
ULTIMATE CHAMPIONSHIP: Results | Broadcast Schedule
#bednarek #olympic
6 days ago
Emily Blunt reunited with co-star Meryl Streep for an unforgettable high-fashion evening in New York City. Attending The Devil Wears Prada 2 Wardrobe Auction, the English actress commanded total attention on the red carpet. Captivating fashion lovers and photographers everywhere, she proved once again that classic black gowns can deliver maximum drama, movement, and modern playfulness.
For the high-profile charity auction, Blunt wore a striking runway piece straight from Christian Cowan's Spring/Summer 2027 collection. Her long-time stylist Jessica Paster curated the monochromatic look, which expertly balances modest coverage with daring sheer texture. The top portion of the dress features a sleek, form-fitting black turtleneck knit with snug long sleeves. Below the hips, the structured knit stops, giving way to sheer netting completely covered in cascading black fringe tassels.
The floor-length black fringe moved with every step, while crystal-embellished Dolce & Gabbana satin sandals added a subtle sparkle beneath the hem. The sandals' crystal straps were occasionally visible through the swinging fringe, complementing the otherwise monochromatic look.
Posing on the red carpet, Emily shared a warm moment with legendary co-star Meryl Streep. Emily wrapped one arm affectionately around Meryl's shoulder as both actresses smiled brightly for the camera line. Meryl looked equally chic in a patterned silk dress, creating an iconic reunion snapshot that delighted fans of the classic fashion film.
Emily's glam team kept her beauty routine polished and timeless to complement the dramatic dress. She wore her warm blonde hair pulled back into a neat, slicked-low bun. Her makeup featured radiant skin, soft bronzer, subtle winged eyeliner, and a glossy berry-pink lip. By contrasting a simple long-sleeved turtleneck with an ultra-fun fringe skirt, Emily Blunt executed high fashion with complete confidence.
#emily #meryl #black #high
For the high-profile charity auction, Blunt wore a striking runway piece straight from Christian Cowan's Spring/Summer 2027 collection. Her long-time stylist Jessica Paster curated the monochromatic look, which expertly balances modest coverage with daring sheer texture. The top portion of the dress features a sleek, form-fitting black turtleneck knit with snug long sleeves. Below the hips, the structured knit stops, giving way to sheer netting completely covered in cascading black fringe tassels.
The floor-length black fringe moved with every step, while crystal-embellished Dolce & Gabbana satin sandals added a subtle sparkle beneath the hem. The sandals' crystal straps were occasionally visible through the swinging fringe, complementing the otherwise monochromatic look.
Posing on the red carpet, Emily shared a warm moment with legendary co-star Meryl Streep. Emily wrapped one arm affectionately around Meryl's shoulder as both actresses smiled brightly for the camera line. Meryl looked equally chic in a patterned silk dress, creating an iconic reunion snapshot that delighted fans of the classic fashion film.
Emily's glam team kept her beauty routine polished and timeless to complement the dramatic dress. She wore her warm blonde hair pulled back into a neat, slicked-low bun. Her makeup featured radiant skin, soft bronzer, subtle winged eyeliner, and a glossy berry-pink lip. By contrasting a simple long-sleeved turtleneck with an ultra-fun fringe skirt, Emily Blunt executed high fashion with complete confidence.
#emily #meryl #black #high
6 days ago
Team USA opened the knockout round and made World Cup history. Yet, its job in Berlin remains unfinished.
The Americans are one of the last four teams standing with a ticket to Sunday's gold-medal game now on the line.
Team USA faces Spain in Saturday's World Cup semifinals (2 p.m. ET) for a chance to advance to one last game. France and Germany face off in the other semifinal (10:30 a.m. ET). The two winners will move on to the gold medal game, while the two losers will play for third place.
The United States has advanced to the gold-medal game in each of the last four World Cups, winning it all each time. The last time the U.S. failed to make the gold-medal game was in 2006, when it defeated Brazil for bronze.
Paige Bueckers plays during the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 quarter-finals match between the United States and Hungary in Berlin, Germany, on September 10, 2026. (Photo by Marcin Golba/NurPhoto via Getty Images) (NurPhoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
#World #game #united
The Americans are one of the last four teams standing with a ticket to Sunday's gold-medal game now on the line.
Team USA faces Spain in Saturday's World Cup semifinals (2 p.m. ET) for a chance to advance to one last game. France and Germany face off in the other semifinal (10:30 a.m. ET). The two winners will move on to the gold medal game, while the two losers will play for third place.
The United States has advanced to the gold-medal game in each of the last four World Cups, winning it all each time. The last time the U.S. failed to make the gold-medal game was in 2006, when it defeated Brazil for bronze.
Paige Bueckers plays during the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 quarter-finals match between the United States and Hungary in Berlin, Germany, on September 10, 2026. (Photo by Marcin Golba/NurPhoto via Getty Images) (NurPhoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
#World #game #united
7 days ago
Alex Fine, who plays Donnie, one of Kat McAllister's enforcers in MobLand, is confirmed to return for Season Two. He attended the world premiere in London with his wife, Cassie Ventura.
Matt Crossick/Variety via Getty Images
Alex wore Saint Laurent Fall 2026, taking the cropped cable-knit sweater from the runway and giving it a much cleaner spin with wide-leg black trousers. I've been enjoying the collection's striped pieces on the red carpet, but I like that Alex didn't recreate the runway styling. The all-black palette puts the focus on the proportions, which is what makes this work for me.
Cassie opted for a Magda Butrym wool corset dress, and this is easily my favourite part of their couple's style moment. The precise darting and padded hips create that exaggerated hourglass silhouette the designer does so well, and you know I love a well-executed exaggerated silhouette.
The dress is so good that the shoes frustrate me even more. The bronze pointed-toe pumps with criss-cross ankle straps feel disconnected from the modernity of the silhouette. A pewter strappy sandal or mule would have been a much stronger finish and allowed the dress to have the final word.
#exaggerated
Matt Crossick/Variety via Getty Images
Alex wore Saint Laurent Fall 2026, taking the cropped cable-knit sweater from the runway and giving it a much cleaner spin with wide-leg black trousers. I've been enjoying the collection's striped pieces on the red carpet, but I like that Alex didn't recreate the runway styling. The all-black palette puts the focus on the proportions, which is what makes this work for me.
Cassie opted for a Magda Butrym wool corset dress, and this is easily my favourite part of their couple's style moment. The precise darting and padded hips create that exaggerated hourglass silhouette the designer does so well, and you know I love a well-executed exaggerated silhouette.
The dress is so good that the shoes frustrate me even more. The bronze pointed-toe pumps with criss-cross ankle straps feel disconnected from the modernity of the silhouette. A pewter strappy sandal or mule would have been a much stronger finish and allowed the dress to have the final word.
#exaggerated
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10 days ago
A Wyoming football player appears to have pushed at least one fan during a field storming at Canvas Stadium after Colorado State won the Border War on Sept. 5.
Various social media accounts posted videos showing Wyoming defensive lineman Jayden Williams pushing at least one person as CSU fans rushed the field after the Rams won to secure the Bronze Boot trophy.
Several posts on social media with videos showed Williams pushing a fan. Wyoming coach Jay Sawvel responded to the incident in his weekly press conference on Sept. 7, saying it has "been addressed."
"I've seen the Jayden video, been made aware of it. Made aware of it first, watched it. Watched it a couple different times. It's been addressed and will be addressed further in house. Obviously, we don't condone that from players to fans or anything from that standpoint. That will be something we address team wide, as well," Sawvel said, according to a report from Kaycee Clark-Mellott from KGWN TV.
"That's not the way we're going to operate," Sawvel said.
#addressed #watched #least #field
Various social media accounts posted videos showing Wyoming defensive lineman Jayden Williams pushing at least one person as CSU fans rushed the field after the Rams won to secure the Bronze Boot trophy.
Several posts on social media with videos showed Williams pushing a fan. Wyoming coach Jay Sawvel responded to the incident in his weekly press conference on Sept. 7, saying it has "been addressed."
"I've seen the Jayden video, been made aware of it. Made aware of it first, watched it. Watched it a couple different times. It's been addressed and will be addressed further in house. Obviously, we don't condone that from players to fans or anything from that standpoint. That will be something we address team wide, as well," Sawvel said, according to a report from Kaycee Clark-Mellott from KGWN TV.
"That's not the way we're going to operate," Sawvel said.
#addressed #watched #least #field
12 days ago
Jim Mora's first game as Colorado State football coach is in the books and it ended with a trophy.
The Bronze Boot sat atop the table next to Mora as he gave his postgame press conference following a 35-13 win over Wyoming on Sept. 5 at Canvas Stadium.
Here's a look at the highlights of what Mora said after the game.
"I saw five touchdowns, which was pretty nice. I'll tell you what the most impressive thing about Hauss was, was his composure, his poise and his command of the game. His command of the situations in the game, in terms of clockmanagement, down the stretch. His ball security, the way that his players, his teammates responded to him in the huddle ...
"This guy, it was his second start. The first snap he took was his 23rd play as a college football player and you would have never known it by how he performed tonight."
#game #state #bronze
The Bronze Boot sat atop the table next to Mora as he gave his postgame press conference following a 35-13 win over Wyoming on Sept. 5 at Canvas Stadium.
Here's a look at the highlights of what Mora said after the game.
"I saw five touchdowns, which was pretty nice. I'll tell you what the most impressive thing about Hauss was, was his composure, his poise and his command of the game. His command of the situations in the game, in terms of clockmanagement, down the stretch. His ball security, the way that his players, his teammates responded to him in the huddle ...
"This guy, it was his second start. The first snap he took was his 23rd play as a college football player and you would have never known it by how he performed tonight."
#game #state #bronze
13 days ago
Amal Clooney infused her sartorial agenda with a dose of flapper-girl charm as she stepped out for an evening in Venice, Italy.
The international human rights lawyer was photographed exiting her private boat with her husband, George Clooney, on September 3. The 48-year-old looked incredible in an archival Prada mini dress adorned with turquoise fringed sequins and silver gems. The garment featured a strapless design with a bandeau neckline and a figure-hugging silhouette. The look was styled with silver pumps and a pair of matching diamond-encrusted drop earrings.
Amal's luscious brunette locks were left down in soft waves while her makeup oozed glam, courtesy of a bronze eye and a nude lip. Meanwhile, George looked suave in a navy suit layered over a simple black T-shirt.
Amal Clooney wore a vintage Prada dress (@ GC Images)
The evening came after Amal graced the red carpet alongside her husband at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. For the event, she slipped into a chic Tom Ford number by Haider Ackermann. The custom-made black gown was crafted in black silk taffeta and featured sculptural panels with delicate pleating. The square neckline was adorned in patent leather while the dress fell into a figure-hugging silhouette that looked so sleek.
#dress #black #george
The international human rights lawyer was photographed exiting her private boat with her husband, George Clooney, on September 3. The 48-year-old looked incredible in an archival Prada mini dress adorned with turquoise fringed sequins and silver gems. The garment featured a strapless design with a bandeau neckline and a figure-hugging silhouette. The look was styled with silver pumps and a pair of matching diamond-encrusted drop earrings.
Amal's luscious brunette locks were left down in soft waves while her makeup oozed glam, courtesy of a bronze eye and a nude lip. Meanwhile, George looked suave in a navy suit layered over a simple black T-shirt.
Amal Clooney wore a vintage Prada dress (@ GC Images)
The evening came after Amal graced the red carpet alongside her husband at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. For the event, she slipped into a chic Tom Ford number by Haider Ackermann. The custom-made black gown was crafted in black silk taffeta and featured sculptural panels with delicate pleating. The square neckline was adorned in patent leather while the dress fell into a figure-hugging silhouette that looked so sleek.
#dress #black #george
14 days ago
We certainly had our fun with the small slate of games in Week 0, but now it's time for the real fun to begin in Week 1. Nearly every team in college football will receive their first opportunity to prove their worth this weekend, whether it be against a lower-tier opponent that they should demolish or a higher-caliber one that they can make a real statement by upsetting. Four of the teams in the Mountain West will be playing in their second game of the season, while the remaining six have their respective season openers. Let's take a look at these matchups, and what we should expect from the Mountain West in Week 1.
Date and Time: Friday, September 4, 2026, 3:30 p.m. PDT
Network: ESPN+
Spread: EMU -3
Preview: San Jose State was obliterated by USC in their Week 0 matchup, only ever looking competitive once the Trojans pulled their starters in the fourth quarter. Their biggest positive from that game was that their offense, which had a national-bronze 17 interceptions in 2025, did not turn the ball over once, which bodes well for them going forward. This is especially true heading into another road matchup against the Eastern Michigan Eagles, who managed to win their Week 0 opener against new MAC opponent Sacramento State.
#week #time #game
Date and Time: Friday, September 4, 2026, 3:30 p.m. PDT
Network: ESPN+
Spread: EMU -3
Preview: San Jose State was obliterated by USC in their Week 0 matchup, only ever looking competitive once the Trojans pulled their starters in the fourth quarter. Their biggest positive from that game was that their offense, which had a national-bronze 17 interceptions in 2025, did not turn the ball over once, which bodes well for them going forward. This is especially true heading into another road matchup against the Eastern Michigan Eagles, who managed to win their Week 0 opener against new MAC opponent Sacramento State.
#week #time #game
14 days ago
Former world and Olympic champion Jonny Brownlee has retired at the age of 36.
The Briton won Olympic bronze at London 2012, silver at Rio 2016 and gold in the mixed relay at Tokyo 2020.
He is also a six‑time world champion and won mixed team relay gold at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Brother Alistair, the double Olympic champion, retired at the age of 36 in 2024.
"I've been thinking about it for a while. I've won more than I ever thought I'd ever achieve," Jonny told BBC Sport.
#jonny #i 've #retired #mixed
The Briton won Olympic bronze at London 2012, silver at Rio 2016 and gold in the mixed relay at Tokyo 2020.
He is also a six‑time world champion and won mixed team relay gold at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Brother Alistair, the double Olympic champion, retired at the age of 36 in 2024.
"I've been thinking about it for a while. I've won more than I ever thought I'd ever achieve," Jonny told BBC Sport.
#jonny #i 've #retired #mixed
14 days ago
The scene in Bilbao, in 2024, foreshadowed the change that would come. Michele Kang, the owner of OL Lyonnes, strode around the edge of the pitch in the San Mames to greet the travelling supporters of the women's football powerhouse, who were buoyed by her ambition and intent to invest. Barcelona won 2-0 to lift their third Women's Champions League **** le in four years, thanks to goals from their two Ballon d'Or winners Aitana Bonmati and Alexia Putellas. But while Kang, the South Korean-born American billionaire and philanthropist, vowed that Lyonnes would return stronger, her sphere of influence was also primed to have an impact elsewhere.
As well as the French champions, Kang owned two other teams as part of her multi-club Kynisca group, the US side Washington Spirit and the London City Lionesses, based out of Bromley and playing in the second tier of English women's football. Two years on, driven by Kang's vision and fuelled by her deep pockets, London City have secured promotion and undergone a remarkable makeover. From that Champions League final alone, they have signed not just Putellas, making the Spain international and World Cup winner the biggest overseas signing in Women's Super League history, but two of her Barcelona team-mates in Mapi Leon and Jana Fernandez. From sister club Lyonnes, London City have signed two of their starting forwards in Kadidiatou Diani and Delphine Cascarino, as well as midfielder Danielle van de Donk.
Michele Kang celebrates London City's promotion to the Women's Super League in 2025 (Getty)
Within two years, London City have disrupted women's football and have now set their sights on challenging for the WSL **** le. It has not come cheap: Putellas was a free transfer but is one of the highest-paid women's footballers in the world at around £1m per year. Before the new season, London City have also signed former England goalkeeper Mary Earps from Paris Saint-Germain and have built a team set on challenging **** nal and Chelsea's dominance in the capital. In terms of transfer fees within the WSL, only **** nal and Chelsea have come close to matching the £1m London City paid PSG for midfielder Grace Geyoro last summer. Their position is also a unique one. Of the 14 teams in this season's expanded WSL, London City are the only independent outfit with no affiliation to a men's club, yet their spending comfortably exceeds that of Manchester United and Liverpool, despite the riches that flow from the Premier League.
Kang is the driving force. The 67-year-old, who made her fortune through healthcare technology in the US, is an investor in the true sense of the word, believing in the untapped value and potential of women's sports. Her philanthropy has extended to making $30m and $4m donations to US Soccer and USA Rugby respectively, the latter just hours after watching the US women's rugby sevens team win bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics. London City are likely to make a financial loss in their second season o
As well as the French champions, Kang owned two other teams as part of her multi-club Kynisca group, the US side Washington Spirit and the London City Lionesses, based out of Bromley and playing in the second tier of English women's football. Two years on, driven by Kang's vision and fuelled by her deep pockets, London City have secured promotion and undergone a remarkable makeover. From that Champions League final alone, they have signed not just Putellas, making the Spain international and World Cup winner the biggest overseas signing in Women's Super League history, but two of her Barcelona team-mates in Mapi Leon and Jana Fernandez. From sister club Lyonnes, London City have signed two of their starting forwards in Kadidiatou Diani and Delphine Cascarino, as well as midfielder Danielle van de Donk.
Michele Kang celebrates London City's promotion to the Women's Super League in 2025 (Getty)
Within two years, London City have disrupted women's football and have now set their sights on challenging for the WSL **** le. It has not come cheap: Putellas was a free transfer but is one of the highest-paid women's footballers in the world at around £1m per year. Before the new season, London City have also signed former England goalkeeper Mary Earps from Paris Saint-Germain and have built a team set on challenging **** nal and Chelsea's dominance in the capital. In terms of transfer fees within the WSL, only **** nal and Chelsea have come close to matching the £1m London City paid PSG for midfielder Grace Geyoro last summer. Their position is also a unique one. Of the 14 teams in this season's expanded WSL, London City are the only independent outfit with no affiliation to a men's club, yet their spending comfortably exceeds that of Manchester United and Liverpool, despite the riches that flow from the Premier League.
Kang is the driving force. The 67-year-old, who made her fortune through healthcare technology in the US, is an investor in the true sense of the word, believing in the untapped value and potential of women's sports. Her philanthropy has extended to making $30m and $4m donations to US Soccer and USA Rugby respectively, the latter just hours after watching the US women's rugby sevens team win bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics. London City are likely to make a financial loss in their second season o
14 days ago
BERLIN (AP) — Opponents will be looking up to China during the women's FIBA World Cup, starting with the the United States.
The Americans and everyone else will have to navigate around and over some of the tallest women on the planet: China's 19-year-old Zhang Ziyu stands 7-foot-3. The U.S. team is already familiar with 6-10 Han Xu from her WNBA games with the New York Liberty.
If not for a passport mishap, Zhang and Han would be joined by another center — 6-7 Li Yueru, who plays with the WNBA's Dallas Wings. Li posted on social media Wednesday that her passport was lost in the mail and she won't be able to compete.
China opens its campaign against the four-time defending champion in Berlin on Friday.
Zhang wasn't playing when the U.S. beat China 83-61 in the 2022 World Cup final in Sydney for a fourth consecutive gold medal. She made her senior debut at the Women's Asia Cup last year and helped China capture the bronze, averaging 14.8 points and 5.5 rebounds in the tournament.
#China #World #united
The Americans and everyone else will have to navigate around and over some of the tallest women on the planet: China's 19-year-old Zhang Ziyu stands 7-foot-3. The U.S. team is already familiar with 6-10 Han Xu from her WNBA games with the New York Liberty.
If not for a passport mishap, Zhang and Han would be joined by another center — 6-7 Li Yueru, who plays with the WNBA's Dallas Wings. Li posted on social media Wednesday that her passport was lost in the mail and she won't be able to compete.
China opens its campaign against the four-time defending champion in Berlin on Friday.
Zhang wasn't playing when the U.S. beat China 83-61 in the 2022 World Cup final in Sydney for a fourth consecutive gold medal. She made her senior debut at the Women's Asia Cup last year and helped China capture the bronze, averaging 14.8 points and 5.5 rebounds in the tournament.
#China #World #united
15 days ago
Amal Clooney's sartorial archives include many forgotten fashion gems. However, one particular look that slipped completely under the radar was the bombshell gold dress she wore to the official launch of Casamigos Tequila in Ibiza in 2015. It was the ultimate Bond Girl moment that has stylishly stood the test time – and **** O! are revisiting it 11 years later.
The international human rights lawyer graced the event in a gold Vionnet dress that boasted a metallic, chainmail sheen. The mini dress featured a plunging cowl neckline with a sleeveless design and subtle asymmetric hem. Amal styled the scene-stealing gown with a pair of black Dior pumps and a matching gold clutch. Her hair was styled into a voluminous blowout while her makeup oozed soft glam, courtesy of a bronze eye and a bold red lip.
Amal Clooney wore a gold Vionnet dress (@ Europa Press via Getty Images)
George Clooney allowed his wife's look to command all the attention as he opted for a more casual approach to his outfit. The actor donned a white **** on-down shirt with a pair of wide-leg jeans.
Amal is no stranger to a glitterball dress. Who could forget the breathtaking Atelier Versace gown she wore to the British Fashion Awards back in 2023? The garment was adorned with cascading, sunset-hued sequins. These bronze embellishments started small at the top of the dress and increased in size as they went down the skirt. The sequins were stitched together by a net of crystal-embroidered string. The result was a shimmering, ombré effect that glistened in the light.
#dress
The international human rights lawyer graced the event in a gold Vionnet dress that boasted a metallic, chainmail sheen. The mini dress featured a plunging cowl neckline with a sleeveless design and subtle asymmetric hem. Amal styled the scene-stealing gown with a pair of black Dior pumps and a matching gold clutch. Her hair was styled into a voluminous blowout while her makeup oozed soft glam, courtesy of a bronze eye and a bold red lip.
Amal Clooney wore a gold Vionnet dress (@ Europa Press via Getty Images)
George Clooney allowed his wife's look to command all the attention as he opted for a more casual approach to his outfit. The actor donned a white **** on-down shirt with a pair of wide-leg jeans.
Amal is no stranger to a glitterball dress. Who could forget the breathtaking Atelier Versace gown she wore to the British Fashion Awards back in 2023? The garment was adorned with cascading, sunset-hued sequins. These bronze embellishments started small at the top of the dress and increased in size as they went down the skirt. The sequins were stitched together by a net of crystal-embroidered string. The result was a shimmering, ombré effect that glistened in the light.
#dress
16 days ago
An old rivalry with a new twist.
Colorado State and Wyoming have been battling in football since the late 1800s, but the 2026 edition brings much change.
The Border War rivals have long shared the same conference, but have now split as CSU is in the new Pac-12 and Wyoming is still in the Mountain West.
It means a season-opening matchup on Sept. 5 at Canvas Stadium. Here's what to know about the history of the Border War and Bronze Boot:
Army Capt. Daniel J. Romero, a Pueblo native, wore the boot while serving in Vietnam. He offered up his boot upon returning home and being **** igned to the ROTC program at Colorado State University.
#Colorado #wyoming #border
Colorado State and Wyoming have been battling in football since the late 1800s, but the 2026 edition brings much change.
The Border War rivals have long shared the same conference, but have now split as CSU is in the new Pac-12 and Wyoming is still in the Mountain West.
It means a season-opening matchup on Sept. 5 at Canvas Stadium. Here's what to know about the history of the Border War and Bronze Boot:
Army Capt. Daniel J. Romero, a Pueblo native, wore the boot while serving in Vietnam. He offered up his boot upon returning home and being **** igned to the ROTC program at Colorado State University.
#Colorado #wyoming #border
17 days ago
Nicole Kidman took a style cue from her Practical Magic character, Gillian Owens.
While promoting the film's upcoming sequel, Kidman wore a boho-coded maxidress.
The semi-sheer Zimmermann design featured bell sleeves and lace trim.
Nicole Kidman's latest look is giving Gillian Owens a run for her money. As she continues promoting Practical Magic 2, the actress went full boho chic in a new Instagram post.
On August 31, photos shared by hairstylist Adir Abergel depicted Kidman in a semi-sheer paisley dress. Her high-neck Zimmermann maxi also featured dramatic bell sleeves and lace trim. Kidman's waist-length strawberry blonde hair was styled with full fringe, similar to her character in the original film, while her makeup consisted of bronze eyeshadow, pink blush, and nude lip liner.
#kidman #Magic #zimmermann
While promoting the film's upcoming sequel, Kidman wore a boho-coded maxidress.
The semi-sheer Zimmermann design featured bell sleeves and lace trim.
Nicole Kidman's latest look is giving Gillian Owens a run for her money. As she continues promoting Practical Magic 2, the actress went full boho chic in a new Instagram post.
On August 31, photos shared by hairstylist Adir Abergel depicted Kidman in a semi-sheer paisley dress. Her high-neck Zimmermann maxi also featured dramatic bell sleeves and lace trim. Kidman's waist-length strawberry blonde hair was styled with full fringe, similar to her character in the original film, while her makeup consisted of bronze eyeshadow, pink blush, and nude lip liner.
#kidman #Magic #zimmermann
19 days ago
Owen Hargreaves, former Bayern Munich player and Englishman, says Harry Kane is the rightful winner for the Ballon d'Or but also named another player he wouldn't mind winning:
"There are a few contenders, but you can't say which one of them clearly stands out", Hargreaves started." (Christopher Michel as captured by X account iMiaSanMia). "Harry Kane played incredibly well for FC Bayern and, of course, won the league. His goalscoring record was simply unbelievable – the number of goals he scored. Of course, he also had a very, very good World Cup, a strong World Cup where he scored a lot of goals. England finished third in that tournament – I mean, who else could it be?
"I thought Rodri was outstanding" the 45-year-old added. "He won both cup ******* les with Manchester City (FA Cup and Carabao Cup). He won the World Cup and was probably the best player in the tournament. If I were to vote, it would come down to these two players."
Harry Kane came off a blistering season for club and country in the 2025/26 season. He helped Bayern Munich to a league and cup double and spearheaded England's run to a bronze medal in the 2026 World Cup. Rodri's trophy haul might look more appealing, but Kane could make a case for himself with the impact he has on Bayern and England.
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#harry #player #hargreaves #course
"There are a few contenders, but you can't say which one of them clearly stands out", Hargreaves started." (Christopher Michel as captured by X account iMiaSanMia). "Harry Kane played incredibly well for FC Bayern and, of course, won the league. His goalscoring record was simply unbelievable – the number of goals he scored. Of course, he also had a very, very good World Cup, a strong World Cup where he scored a lot of goals. England finished third in that tournament – I mean, who else could it be?
"I thought Rodri was outstanding" the 45-year-old added. "He won both cup ******* les with Manchester City (FA Cup and Carabao Cup). He won the World Cup and was probably the best player in the tournament. If I were to vote, it would come down to these two players."
Harry Kane came off a blistering season for club and country in the 2025/26 season. He helped Bayern Munich to a league and cup double and spearheaded England's run to a bronze medal in the 2026 World Cup. Rodri's trophy haul might look more appealing, but Kane could make a case for himself with the impact he has on Bayern and England.
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#harry #player #hargreaves #course
21 days ago
ZURICH (AP) — Alison Dos Santos of Brazil broke the men's 400-meter hurdles world record at a Diamond League meet on Thursday.
Dos Santos crossed the line in 45.80 seconds at the Weltklasse to take 0.14 seconds off the world record set by Karsten Warholm of Norway at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
Warholm finished second Thursday in 46.69.
The 26-year-old Dos Santos was the 2022 world champion and is a two-time Olympic bronze medalist.
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#record
Dos Santos crossed the line in 45.80 seconds at the Weltklasse to take 0.14 seconds off the world record set by Karsten Warholm of Norway at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
Warholm finished second Thursday in 46.69.
The 26-year-old Dos Santos was the 2022 world champion and is a two-time Olympic bronze medalist.
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#record
22 days ago
Dolly Parton's final resting place has already been prepared, and the country icon will share a memorial with her beloved husband, Carl Dean.
Exclusive photos obtained by In Touch reveal Parton's bronze marker at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, showing her name already engraved on the couple's shared marker opposite Dean's. Her January 19, 1946, birth date is also engraved, and there's a ***** e left for the "Jolene" singer's date of death.
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Dean's side bears his full name, Carl Thomas, along with his birth date, July 20, 1942, and the date of his death, March 3, 2025.
The marker also includes a nod to Parton and Dean's nearly 60-year marriage, with two intertwined wedding rings and their wedding date — May 30, 1966 — engraved in the center.
#marker #engraved #name
Exclusive photos obtained by In Touch reveal Parton's bronze marker at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Nashville, Tennessee, showing her name already engraved on the couple's shared marker opposite Dean's. Her January 19, 1946, birth date is also engraved, and there's a ***** e left for the "Jolene" singer's date of death.
Jeff Rayner/Coleman-Rayner
Dean's side bears his full name, Carl Thomas, along with his birth date, July 20, 1942, and the date of his death, March 3, 2025.
The marker also includes a nod to Parton and Dean's nearly 60-year marriage, with two intertwined wedding rings and their wedding date — May 30, 1966 — engraved in the center.
#marker #engraved #name
23 days ago
Tate McRae is putting her toned physique front and center in Calvin Klein's latest denim campaign. The 23-year-old singer and dancer stripped her look down to the essentials while posing for the brand's Fall 2026 "Feel the Fit" campaign, photographed by Carlijn Jacobs.
In one striking campaign shot, McRae reclines on a peach carpeted floor against a wall of mirrors. She wears a barely-there black bra with dark-wash Calvin Klein jeans. The low-slung denim sits beneath her belly ***** on, leaving her entire midriff exposed as she leans back against her reflection and poses barefoot.
McRae wore her long blonde hair loose and tousled around her shoulders, keeping the styling minimal and letting the denim and her abs command attention. Her makeup look features bronzed skin, rosy cheeks, and a glossy light pink lip.
The rest of the campaign features the "Sports Car" singer experimenting with several different ways to style Calvin Klein jeans. One image has McRae stretched across a black leather couch in a fitted cropped white T-shirt and roomy dark denim.
She goes barefoot once again, with warm lighting casting dramatic shadows across the frame. Another photo turns up the heat with McRae posing on her hands and knees in the same white baby tee. The denim dips dramatically at the back to reveal the Calvin Klein label.
#campaign #klein #singer #black
In one striking campaign shot, McRae reclines on a peach carpeted floor against a wall of mirrors. She wears a barely-there black bra with dark-wash Calvin Klein jeans. The low-slung denim sits beneath her belly ***** on, leaving her entire midriff exposed as she leans back against her reflection and poses barefoot.
McRae wore her long blonde hair loose and tousled around her shoulders, keeping the styling minimal and letting the denim and her abs command attention. Her makeup look features bronzed skin, rosy cheeks, and a glossy light pink lip.
The rest of the campaign features the "Sports Car" singer experimenting with several different ways to style Calvin Klein jeans. One image has McRae stretched across a black leather couch in a fitted cropped white T-shirt and roomy dark denim.
She goes barefoot once again, with warm lighting casting dramatic shadows across the frame. Another photo turns up the heat with McRae posing on her hands and knees in the same white baby tee. The denim dips dramatically at the back to reveal the Calvin Klein label.
#campaign #klein #singer #black
24 days ago
Rihanna put her signature spin on off-duty dressing while stepping out in New York City. The singer was photographed checking out of her hotel before heading to Paris. She turned the sidewalk into her personal runway, wearing a denim micro miniskirt paired with a Miu Miu tracksuit jacket.
For the outing, Rihanna paired a sporty pink Miu Miu tracksuit jacket with an ultra-short dark-wash denim miniskirt. The micro silhouette sat high on her thighs, with its raw, frayed hem revealing flashes of a contrasting white layer underneath. The skirt featured an asymmetrical detail at the front, adding to its deconstructed feel. Rihanna wore it low on the hips, adding a relaxed look to its barely-there length.
On top, her Miu Miu jacket brought a distinctly retro sportswear element to the ensemble. The bubblegum pink zip-up featured white stripes running down the sleeves. Furthermore, it had ribbed cuffs, a ribbed hem, and a high collar that Rihanna wore partially popped. A small Miu Miu logo in white appeared on the chest.
She elevated the casual pairing with a set of strappy white heels, bringing a glamorous finish to the sporty denim combination. Rihanna also carried a roomy black quilted Dior handbag that was perfect for traveling. Additionally, the star wore a silver bracelet on one wrist.
Her accessories continued with large hoop earrings, a wide gold choker, and oversized red-tinted aviator sunglasses. She wore her dark hair in voluminous curls, while a bright red manicure provided another pop of color against the pink jacket. The singer opted for a bronzed look, featuring soft pink cheeks and a super-glossy lip.
#pink #denim #paired
For the outing, Rihanna paired a sporty pink Miu Miu tracksuit jacket with an ultra-short dark-wash denim miniskirt. The micro silhouette sat high on her thighs, with its raw, frayed hem revealing flashes of a contrasting white layer underneath. The skirt featured an asymmetrical detail at the front, adding to its deconstructed feel. Rihanna wore it low on the hips, adding a relaxed look to its barely-there length.
On top, her Miu Miu jacket brought a distinctly retro sportswear element to the ensemble. The bubblegum pink zip-up featured white stripes running down the sleeves. Furthermore, it had ribbed cuffs, a ribbed hem, and a high collar that Rihanna wore partially popped. A small Miu Miu logo in white appeared on the chest.
She elevated the casual pairing with a set of strappy white heels, bringing a glamorous finish to the sporty denim combination. Rihanna also carried a roomy black quilted Dior handbag that was perfect for traveling. Additionally, the star wore a silver bracelet on one wrist.
Her accessories continued with large hoop earrings, a wide gold choker, and oversized red-tinted aviator sunglasses. She wore her dark hair in voluminous curls, while a bright red manicure provided another pop of color against the pink jacket. The singer opted for a bronzed look, featuring soft pink cheeks and a super-glossy lip.
#pink #denim #paired
26 days ago
"Please, boys. Don't make my final years a misery." The words of the future King Charles III as he pleaded with his two sons to patch things up at their grandfather's funeral in April 2021 have just acquired a whole new resonance.
The "boys", better known as Prince William and Prince Harry, never did make up. Indeed, their feud only darkened and deepened as the elder brother fumed at the younger's treachery towards the Royal family in general, and his wife, in particular. (Outrageously, in her interview with Oprah, Meghan accused unnamed members of the family of racism in relation to her unborn baby's skin colour.)
The last time Harry and William stood together, just the two of them, was in July 2021 at the unveiling of a bronze statue of their late mother on what would have been her 60th birthday. The pair could barely look at each other. For William, Harry's deeply personal and spiteful revelations two years later in his biography, Spare, were an unimaginable betrayal by the human being he once trusted best.
The last time the two brothers were together was in 2021, at the unveiling of a bronze statue of their late mother - Dominic Lipinski/AFP
A lid could be kept on that seething Shakespearean sibling rivalry, as long as Diana's beloved boys, now men in their 40s, were separated by an ocean. Harry and Meghan found freedom in California from the stultifying Windsor ways they so publicly scorned. The Waleses were left to steady the ship after the turbulence of "Megxit". They did so admirably and to universal acclaim despite Princess Catherine's shocking brush with cancer.
#william #harry #make
The "boys", better known as Prince William and Prince Harry, never did make up. Indeed, their feud only darkened and deepened as the elder brother fumed at the younger's treachery towards the Royal family in general, and his wife, in particular. (Outrageously, in her interview with Oprah, Meghan accused unnamed members of the family of racism in relation to her unborn baby's skin colour.)
The last time Harry and William stood together, just the two of them, was in July 2021 at the unveiling of a bronze statue of their late mother on what would have been her 60th birthday. The pair could barely look at each other. For William, Harry's deeply personal and spiteful revelations two years later in his biography, Spare, were an unimaginable betrayal by the human being he once trusted best.
The last time the two brothers were together was in 2021, at the unveiling of a bronze statue of their late mother - Dominic Lipinski/AFP
A lid could be kept on that seething Shakespearean sibling rivalry, as long as Diana's beloved boys, now men in their 40s, were separated by an ocean. Harry and Meghan found freedom in California from the stultifying Windsor ways they so publicly scorned. The Waleses were left to steady the ship after the turbulence of "Megxit". They did so admirably and to universal acclaim despite Princess Catherine's shocking brush with cancer.
#william #harry #make
26 days ago
e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF)'s growth story right now has a very famous face behind it. Rhode, the skincare and makeup brand founded by Hailey Bieber, was bought by e.l.f. for $1 billion a year ago. It contributed about $160 million of the $479.4 million in sales the company posted last quarter, helping total sales climb 36% and beat Wall Street's expectation of $431.2 million. By contrast, the core e.l.f. Brand actually declined.
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:ULTA) told a very different story earlier this summer: its fiscal first-quarter sales climbed 11% to $3.16 billion as wealthier shoppers traded up to prestige brands.
Both retailers just beat expectations, but e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF)'s growth is now riding almost entirely on one celebrity-founded brand while its own namesake line shrinks. Ulta's is coming from affluent shoppers splurging on prestige names.
That leaves a real question: is e.l.f.'s Rhode-powered growth a sign of real momentum, or a company becoming dangerously dependent on a single brand?
Rhode's appeal goes well beyond its Gen Z fanbase. CFO Mandy Fields said "everybody looks at her and aspires to do what she's doing," adding that women in their 40s are lining up for Rhode products too, a sign the brand isn't confined to one age group. Rhode's narrow, curated approach, going deep on a handful of categories like blushes, lips, and bronzer rather than chasing one viral hit, has driven strength broadly across its lineup. e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF) also raised full-year guidance meaningfully: adjusted EPS to $3.50-$3.55 from $3.27-$3.32 and sales to $1.94 billion-$1.97 billion from $1.84 billion-$1.87 billion, both ahead of Wall Street's prior estimates. Management said trends for the core e.l.f. brand have already started improving, and it expects growth across every brand for the rest of the year. Profit also got a boost because Rhode outperformed the earnout targets set in the acquisition deal, prompting e.l.f. to record a $16.1 million fair value adjustment.
#Growth #year
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:ULTA) told a very different story earlier this summer: its fiscal first-quarter sales climbed 11% to $3.16 billion as wealthier shoppers traded up to prestige brands.
Both retailers just beat expectations, but e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF)'s growth is now riding almost entirely on one celebrity-founded brand while its own namesake line shrinks. Ulta's is coming from affluent shoppers splurging on prestige names.
That leaves a real question: is e.l.f.'s Rhode-powered growth a sign of real momentum, or a company becoming dangerously dependent on a single brand?
Rhode's appeal goes well beyond its Gen Z fanbase. CFO Mandy Fields said "everybody looks at her and aspires to do what she's doing," adding that women in their 40s are lining up for Rhode products too, a sign the brand isn't confined to one age group. Rhode's narrow, curated approach, going deep on a handful of categories like blushes, lips, and bronzer rather than chasing one viral hit, has driven strength broadly across its lineup. e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF) also raised full-year guidance meaningfully: adjusted EPS to $3.50-$3.55 from $3.27-$3.32 and sales to $1.94 billion-$1.97 billion from $1.84 billion-$1.87 billion, both ahead of Wall Street's prior estimates. Management said trends for the core e.l.f. brand have already started improving, and it expects growth across every brand for the rest of the year. Profit also got a boost because Rhode outperformed the earnout targets set in the acquisition deal, prompting e.l.f. to record a $16.1 million fair value adjustment.
#Growth #year
26 days ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — Instead of adding new roses, President Donald Trump's White House Rose Garden is growing statues.
Trump put statues of some of America's founders in the garden just off the Oval Office after he replaced its plush lawn with a white stone patio, turning the historic outdoor **** e into a look-alike of the one at his Mar-a-Lago home and private club in Palm Beach, Florida.
At least one statue was a gift. Others are on loan from people who wish to remain anonymous.
The latest addition, a bronze depiction of a seated Thomas Jefferson signing the Declaration of Independence, was a gift from George Lundeen, a sculptor from Loveland, Colorado. It joins statues already displayed there of George Washington, Alexander Hamilton and Ben Franklin. A fifth sculpture named "Freedom's Charge" is also on the patio.
The statues are part of Trump's sweeping series of White House renovations, from his gilded makeover of the Oval Office to the ballroom and helipad that the Republican president is having built on the south grounds. These projects fit into Trump's broader plan to leave his mark on downtown Washington through other construction projects, including a statue garden on federal land near the National Mall.
#House
Trump put statues of some of America's founders in the garden just off the Oval Office after he replaced its plush lawn with a white stone patio, turning the historic outdoor **** e into a look-alike of the one at his Mar-a-Lago home and private club in Palm Beach, Florida.
At least one statue was a gift. Others are on loan from people who wish to remain anonymous.
The latest addition, a bronze depiction of a seated Thomas Jefferson signing the Declaration of Independence, was a gift from George Lundeen, a sculptor from Loveland, Colorado. It joins statues already displayed there of George Washington, Alexander Hamilton and Ben Franklin. A fifth sculpture named "Freedom's Charge" is also on the patio.
The statues are part of Trump's sweeping series of White House renovations, from his gilded makeover of the Oval Office to the ballroom and helipad that the Republican president is having built on the south grounds. These projects fit into Trump's broader plan to leave his mark on downtown Washington through other construction projects, including a statue garden on federal land near the National Mall.
#House
27 days ago
Earn one. Then go for the next.
We're adding new Achievements this season to celebrate more of what you do in fantasy, from the leagues you join to the trophies you take home. They unlock as you play and come in Bronze, Silver and Gold.
New Achievements, now available. (Photo by Taylar Sievert/Yahoo Sports)
Here are some of the new Achievements you can earn:
Fantasy 26 - Join or create a league for the 2026 season across Football, Baseball, Basketball and Hockey.
#bronze #silver #Gold
We're adding new Achievements this season to celebrate more of what you do in fantasy, from the leagues you join to the trophies you take home. They unlock as you play and come in Bronze, Silver and Gold.
New Achievements, now available. (Photo by Taylar Sievert/Yahoo Sports)
Here are some of the new Achievements you can earn:
Fantasy 26 - Join or create a league for the 2026 season across Football, Baseball, Basketball and Hockey.
#bronze #silver #Gold
27 days ago
Girona FC continues to invest in young talent with potential by signing Mauro Furtado. The Portuguese central defender, born in Lisbon on July 30, 2008, joins the red-and-white club and is tied to the Club for the next five seasons, until 2031.
Considered one of the standout prospects in Portuguese football, the 18-year-old Furtado arrives from Benfica, one of the leading academies in European football. Fully trained at the Lisbon-based club, he stood out from a young age for his physical attributes, competitive maturity, and leadership ability in the defensive line. His constant growth led him to sign his first professional contract with Benfica in the summer of 2024.
At the international level, Mauro Furtado has established himself as a key player in the youth categories of the Portuguese national team. With Portugal's U-17 team, he experienced a particularly successful period, participating in winning the European Championship in the category and later in the historic victory at the U-17 World Cup. During the U-17 World Cup, the Portuguese central defender was one of the defensive pillars of the Portuguese team. His defensive solidity was crucial for Portugal to lift the world ******* le for the first time in its history. His performances earned him notable individual accolades, being named the best player of the match in both the semifinals and the final, and receiving the Bronze Ball of the tournament, recognizing him as the third-best player of the competition.
Mauro stands out for his defensive strength, good positioning, ability to anticipate opponents, and remarkable quality in ball distribution. Despite his youth, he has demonstrated personality and competitive maturity in high-level international settings.
With his arrival, Girona adds a player with enormous growth potential and great future prospects, further reinforcing the Club's commitment to developing young talents with the potential to continue evolving within the red-and-white structure.
#player #club #Potential
Considered one of the standout prospects in Portuguese football, the 18-year-old Furtado arrives from Benfica, one of the leading academies in European football. Fully trained at the Lisbon-based club, he stood out from a young age for his physical attributes, competitive maturity, and leadership ability in the defensive line. His constant growth led him to sign his first professional contract with Benfica in the summer of 2024.
At the international level, Mauro Furtado has established himself as a key player in the youth categories of the Portuguese national team. With Portugal's U-17 team, he experienced a particularly successful period, participating in winning the European Championship in the category and later in the historic victory at the U-17 World Cup. During the U-17 World Cup, the Portuguese central defender was one of the defensive pillars of the Portuguese team. His defensive solidity was crucial for Portugal to lift the world ******* le for the first time in its history. His performances earned him notable individual accolades, being named the best player of the match in both the semifinals and the final, and receiving the Bronze Ball of the tournament, recognizing him as the third-best player of the competition.
Mauro stands out for his defensive strength, good positioning, ability to anticipate opponents, and remarkable quality in ball distribution. Despite his youth, he has demonstrated personality and competitive maturity in high-level international settings.
With his arrival, Girona adds a player with enormous growth potential and great future prospects, further reinforcing the Club's commitment to developing young talents with the potential to continue evolving within the red-and-white structure.
#player #club #Potential
28 days ago
EAST QUOGUE, N.Y. — There are few surprises more delectable for a culture writer than walking into a room full of people all dressed alike unintentionally. That's how you know you've found yourself among an insular tribe, that you've fallen through a portal to a world with its own unspoken customs and idols.
Bethenny Frankel's Supermodel Café, a bagel and coffee pop-up tucked into a picturesque Southampton storefront, is exactly such a room. And 10 minutes after it opened to the public on Aug. 13, I am fighting for my life trying to order a Cookie ******* er Latte as the entire pink-and-white ******* e is swarmed by glamorous women and girls in the same color palette.
Dresses are lacy and ruffled; accessories are gold and raffia; cheeks are blushed and bronzed within an inch of their lives. The handbags are uniformly beige and brown leather, and every fingernail in the building is tastefully manicured in pink or white, even on the young girls. The line outside curls all the way around the block.
The line grows as staffers hand out candy, refreshments and light bites. - (Bea Oyster/The Washington Post)
And what brings all these gals here today? What are they most dying to try?
#room
Bethenny Frankel's Supermodel Café, a bagel and coffee pop-up tucked into a picturesque Southampton storefront, is exactly such a room. And 10 minutes after it opened to the public on Aug. 13, I am fighting for my life trying to order a Cookie ******* er Latte as the entire pink-and-white ******* e is swarmed by glamorous women and girls in the same color palette.
Dresses are lacy and ruffled; accessories are gold and raffia; cheeks are blushed and bronzed within an inch of their lives. The handbags are uniformly beige and brown leather, and every fingernail in the building is tastefully manicured in pink or white, even on the young girls. The line outside curls all the way around the block.
The line grows as staffers hand out candy, refreshments and light bites. - (Bea Oyster/The Washington Post)
And what brings all these gals here today? What are they most dying to try?
#room
29 days ago
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 18: Bradley Barcola #12 of France reacts after the 4-6 loss during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Final between France and England at Miami Stadium on July 18, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Sarah Stier - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
Most Liverpool fans expected their club to have a big summer. This was certainly the case when Arne Slot was replaced by Andoni Iraola as manager following the end of the 2025/26 season. This was predicted to be the start of a transformational period for the Anfield club. So far, though, Iraola's appointment has been a false start.
As things stand, Liverpool has made just two permanent signings this summer. One of those was a deal completed in February with Jeremy Jacquet only making the move to Merseyside once the transfer window opened. The other was for Victor Munoz, a winger most expect to be a depth option for the Reds.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola applauds the fans following the pre-season match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday August 16, 2026. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images)
Ronald Araujo has joined on loan from Barcelona to give Iraola more depth in the defensive ranks. The Uruguayan fell down the pecking order at the Camp Nou and is hopeful that a switch to the Premier League will revitalise him. Araujo, however, isn't a long-term addition for the Anfield club.
#fifa #iraola #gardens #Florida
Most Liverpool fans expected their club to have a big summer. This was certainly the case when Arne Slot was replaced by Andoni Iraola as manager following the end of the 2025/26 season. This was predicted to be the start of a transformational period for the Anfield club. So far, though, Iraola's appointment has been a false start.
As things stand, Liverpool has made just two permanent signings this summer. One of those was a deal completed in February with Jeremy Jacquet only making the move to Merseyside once the transfer window opened. The other was for Victor Munoz, a winger most expect to be a depth option for the Reds.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola applauds the fans following the pre-season match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday August 16, 2026. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images)
Ronald Araujo has joined on loan from Barcelona to give Iraola more depth in the defensive ranks. The Uruguayan fell down the pecking order at the Camp Nou and is hopeful that a switch to the Premier League will revitalise him. Araujo, however, isn't a long-term addition for the Anfield club.
#fifa #iraola #gardens #Florida
1 month ago
The bronze statues of Florida football Heisman winners Tim Tebow, Danny Wuerffel and Steve Spurrier adorn the front of The Swamp.
On Sunday, August 23, Florida Gators fans can see all three together in the flesh at a charity event in Gainesville.
Tebow, Wuerrfel and Spurrier will be at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center and Spurrier's Gridiron Grille in Celebration Pointe for an interactive public appearance. During the event, fans can catch a touchdown pass from Tebow or Wuerffel and take a handoff from Spurrier. Each experience includes an autographed football, a personal photo, and a professionally shot video keepsake.
The event is being held in conjunction with the inaugural Florida Legends Card Show, a weekend event for collectors, traders, and enthusiasts for sports and trading card games, like Pokemon. It will take place from August 22–23 at theAlachua County Sports & Events Center. Other former Florida greats plan to turn out for the card signing event, including former Florida basketball and NBA center Marreese Speights and former Florida baseball and Major League baseball catcher Mike Zunino, who won the Golden Spikes Award in 2012.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Isaiah 117 House, which benifits Alachua County foster children awaiting placement. More information on the event can be found at fllegends.com.
#spurrier #card #former #wuerffel
On Sunday, August 23, Florida Gators fans can see all three together in the flesh at a charity event in Gainesville.
Tebow, Wuerrfel and Spurrier will be at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center and Spurrier's Gridiron Grille in Celebration Pointe for an interactive public appearance. During the event, fans can catch a touchdown pass from Tebow or Wuerffel and take a handoff from Spurrier. Each experience includes an autographed football, a personal photo, and a professionally shot video keepsake.
The event is being held in conjunction with the inaugural Florida Legends Card Show, a weekend event for collectors, traders, and enthusiasts for sports and trading card games, like Pokemon. It will take place from August 22–23 at theAlachua County Sports & Events Center. Other former Florida greats plan to turn out for the card signing event, including former Florida basketball and NBA center Marreese Speights and former Florida baseball and Major League baseball catcher Mike Zunino, who won the Golden Spikes Award in 2012.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Isaiah 117 House, which benifits Alachua County foster children awaiting placement. More information on the event can be found at fllegends.com.
#spurrier #card #former #wuerffel
1 month ago
Cameroon claimed a first Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) ****** le when they thumped surprise package Malawi 3-0 in the final, as Marie Ngah's first-half double helped seal victory on Sunday.
Cameroon had lost three finals but made it fourth-time lucky against a Malawi side making their debut at the continental championship. Ranked 153 in the world and 32nd on the African continent, Malawi had a fairytale run to the decider.
The two finalists had already sealed their place at the Women's World Cup in Brazil next year, along with fellow semifinalists Morocco and Algeria. The latter finished third after winning the bronze medal fixture on penalties on Saturday.
Under pressure FIFA chief Gianni Infantino was all smiles as he handed the Indomitable Lionesses their medals in the presence of Confederation of African Football President Patrice Motsepe, with several players requesting photographs with the Swiss.
Infantino has long enjoyed the support of many on the African continent as he bids for re-election next March despite revelations of his now-abandoned plans to sell a stake in future World Cups that drew worldwide condemnation.
#continent
Cameroon had lost three finals but made it fourth-time lucky against a Malawi side making their debut at the continental championship. Ranked 153 in the world and 32nd on the African continent, Malawi had a fairytale run to the decider.
The two finalists had already sealed their place at the Women's World Cup in Brazil next year, along with fellow semifinalists Morocco and Algeria. The latter finished third after winning the bronze medal fixture on penalties on Saturday.
Under pressure FIFA chief Gianni Infantino was all smiles as he handed the Indomitable Lionesses their medals in the presence of Confederation of African Football President Patrice Motsepe, with several players requesting photographs with the Swiss.
Infantino has long enjoyed the support of many on the African continent as he bids for re-election next March despite revelations of his now-abandoned plans to sell a stake in future World Cups that drew worldwide condemnation.
#continent
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Sweden's Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis delivered another slick masterclass in pole vaulting to claim a fourth European ******* le in Birmingham on Sunday.
Duplantis saw off Greek rival Emmanouil Karalis with a championship record of 6.15 metres at Alexander Stadium.
Karalis took silver with a clearance of 6.00m, while France's Baptiste Thiery claimed bronze (5.85).
"Another medal, I can't complain," said Duplantis, 26, the double Olympic champion who has also won three world golds.
"It's really amazing. I'm just trying to win.
#armand #birmingham
Duplantis saw off Greek rival Emmanouil Karalis with a championship record of 6.15 metres at Alexander Stadium.
Karalis took silver with a clearance of 6.00m, while France's Baptiste Thiery claimed bronze (5.85).
"Another medal, I can't complain," said Duplantis, 26, the double Olympic champion who has also won three world golds.
"It's really amazing. I'm just trying to win.
#armand #birmingham
