1 hr. ago
A royal expert suggests Prince William and Kate Middleton may need to coordinate with Harry and Meghan to avoid public engagement clashes. He claims that the Sussexes' return could draw attention away from the royals. He further adds that there could be more media attention on visits in similar contexts to those of the royals.
Royal expert Richard Palmer said that although the Sussexes will remain private individuals, they could attract significant media attention. This could also potentially take attention away from working royals. He wrote to the i-Paper, "While visiting a charity in Los Angeles may go largely unnoticed, there will be far more media attention when they carry out visits in the UK, especially if one of the working Royal Family is doing something similar and possibly trying to communicate a different message, sources said."
Palmer revealed that sources close to the Waleses claim that they will continue their normal lives and won't be paying much attention to the Sussexes. "But after previous disruptions to their agenda caused by diary clashes with Harry and Meghan, they may need to think again," he elaborated. It's learned that Prince Harry had reached an agreement last July with Buckingham Palace to avoid any potential schedule clashes and ease tension. While there have been some disagreements, it's known that their arrangements have largely worked. They reportedly will "play it by the ear" for now.
Another royal expert, Joe Little, claimed that despite the Sussexes' and Waleses' strained bond, the two couples may be required to work together whenever possible to avoid diary clashes.
Earlier, ******* O!'s royal editor Emily Nash revealed that the Waleses are "not delighted" by the Sussexes' UK return. She added, "It's going to be a very, very difficult hill to climb, having them suddenly back in the UK, popping up, doing things publicly, if that's where they go with this. So much has been said and done that has damaged that relationship, almost beyond repair."
#clashes
Royal expert Richard Palmer said that although the Sussexes will remain private individuals, they could attract significant media attention. This could also potentially take attention away from working royals. He wrote to the i-Paper, "While visiting a charity in Los Angeles may go largely unnoticed, there will be far more media attention when they carry out visits in the UK, especially if one of the working Royal Family is doing something similar and possibly trying to communicate a different message, sources said."
Palmer revealed that sources close to the Waleses claim that they will continue their normal lives and won't be paying much attention to the Sussexes. "But after previous disruptions to their agenda caused by diary clashes with Harry and Meghan, they may need to think again," he elaborated. It's learned that Prince Harry had reached an agreement last July with Buckingham Palace to avoid any potential schedule clashes and ease tension. While there have been some disagreements, it's known that their arrangements have largely worked. They reportedly will "play it by the ear" for now.
Another royal expert, Joe Little, claimed that despite the Sussexes' and Waleses' strained bond, the two couples may be required to work together whenever possible to avoid diary clashes.
Earlier, ******* O!'s royal editor Emily Nash revealed that the Waleses are "not delighted" by the Sussexes' UK return. She added, "It's going to be a very, very difficult hill to climb, having them suddenly back in the UK, popping up, doing things publicly, if that's where they go with this. So much has been said and done that has damaged that relationship, almost beyond repair."
#clashes
20 hours ago
By Saurabh Sharma and Aftab Ahmed
NEW DELHI, Aug 24 (Reuters) - Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to attend next month's BRICS summit in New Delhi with a large delegation, three sources said, in what would be his first visit in seven years and a fresh sign of a thaw between the rivals.
India is hosting the September 12 to 13 summit, where Xi's presence would be watched less for the BRICS agenda than for what it signals about Beijing and New Delhi's efforts to stabilise relations after deadly border clashes in 2020.
"Chinese officials are busy finalising hotels and security protocols," one of the Indian sources with direct knowledge told Reuters.
Last year, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited China for the first time in seven years, but the relationship has only improved gradually. More recently, a fresh border-related dispute triggered sharp diplomatic exchanges between the two sides.
#Delhi #brics #sources #years
NEW DELHI, Aug 24 (Reuters) - Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to attend next month's BRICS summit in New Delhi with a large delegation, three sources said, in what would be his first visit in seven years and a fresh sign of a thaw between the rivals.
India is hosting the September 12 to 13 summit, where Xi's presence would be watched less for the BRICS agenda than for what it signals about Beijing and New Delhi's efforts to stabilise relations after deadly border clashes in 2020.
"Chinese officials are busy finalising hotels and security protocols," one of the Indian sources with direct knowledge told Reuters.
Last year, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited China for the first time in seven years, but the relationship has only improved gradually. More recently, a fresh border-related dispute triggered sharp diplomatic exchanges between the two sides.
#Delhi #brics #sources #years
2 days ago
Where to watch Newcastle vs. Liverpool live stream, TV channel, start time for Premier League match originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Newcastle and Liverpool have combined in some of the Premier League's most historically memorable clashes.
But it has been a close season of upheaval on both Tyneside and Merseyside ahead of Sunday's standout opening weekend clash at St James' Park.
Andoni Iraola replaced Arne Slot after the Dutchman was relieved of his duties at Liverpool at the end of last season, while Matthias Jaissle has the tall task of following Eddie Howe as Newcastle boss.
The Magpies have lost key men Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes in this transfer window, but a new-look team can be sure of raucous backing from the home faithful. Alexander Isak, on his first return to the north east with Liverpool, will likely face a brutal reception, raising the temperature further.
#league
Newcastle and Liverpool have combined in some of the Premier League's most historically memorable clashes.
But it has been a close season of upheaval on both Tyneside and Merseyside ahead of Sunday's standout opening weekend clash at St James' Park.
Andoni Iraola replaced Arne Slot after the Dutchman was relieved of his duties at Liverpool at the end of last season, while Matthias Jaissle has the tall task of following Eddie Howe as Newcastle boss.
The Magpies have lost key men Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes in this transfer window, but a new-look team can be sure of raucous backing from the home faithful. Alexander Isak, on his first return to the north east with Liverpool, will likely face a brutal reception, raising the temperature further.
#league
2 days ago
How to Watch Liverpool vs. Newcastle: Channel, Live Stream & Start Time for Premier League Match originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Liverpool and Newcastle United have produced some of the Premier League's most historically memorable clashes.
But it has been a season of upheaval on both Tyneside and Merseyside ahead of Sunday's standout opening weekend clash at St. James' Park.
Andoni Iraola replaced Arne Slot after the Dutchman was relieved of his duties at Liverpool at the end of last season, while Matthias Jaissle has the tall task of following Eddie Howe as Newcastle's boss.
The Magpies have lost key men Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes in this transfer window, but a new-look team can be sure of raucous backing from the home faithful. Alexander Isak, on his first return to the north east with Liverpool, will likely face a brutal reception, raising the temperature further.
#channel #live #stream
Liverpool and Newcastle United have produced some of the Premier League's most historically memorable clashes.
But it has been a season of upheaval on both Tyneside and Merseyside ahead of Sunday's standout opening weekend clash at St. James' Park.
Andoni Iraola replaced Arne Slot after the Dutchman was relieved of his duties at Liverpool at the end of last season, while Matthias Jaissle has the tall task of following Eddie Howe as Newcastle's boss.
The Magpies have lost key men Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes in this transfer window, but a new-look team can be sure of raucous backing from the home faithful. Alexander Isak, on his first return to the north east with Liverpool, will likely face a brutal reception, raising the temperature further.
#channel #live #stream
3 days ago
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New Delhi received 29 foreign direct investment proposals worth $500 million with one move: It decided to auto-approve investors from neighboring countries, like China, to hold non-controlling stakes of up to 10%.
India's commerce and industry ministry said the 29 approved proposals, worth 48.95 billion rupees or about $511 million, span across a range of industries including information technology, artificial intelligence, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, data centers and transport services.
A government decision in May allowed an automatic-approval route for investors from land-bordering countries holding non-controlling stakes of up to 10%.
Previously, any investment tied to a beneficial owner in a bordering nation, a rule aimed squarely at China after the 2020 border clashes, required full government sign-off, regardless of stake size.
#worth #million #countries #controlling
New Delhi received 29 foreign direct investment proposals worth $500 million with one move: It decided to auto-approve investors from neighboring countries, like China, to hold non-controlling stakes of up to 10%.
India's commerce and industry ministry said the 29 approved proposals, worth 48.95 billion rupees or about $511 million, span across a range of industries including information technology, artificial intelligence, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, data centers and transport services.
A government decision in May allowed an automatic-approval route for investors from land-bordering countries holding non-controlling stakes of up to 10%.
Previously, any investment tied to a beneficial owner in a bordering nation, a rule aimed squarely at China after the 2020 border clashes, required full government sign-off, regardless of stake size.
#worth #million #countries #controlling
3 days ago
Old foes South Africa and New Zealand collide in a new series in the first "Rugby's Greatest Rivalry" tour.
The Springboks and All Blacks have reached a reciprocal touring agreement that will see the pair clash in a number of Tests every four years.
The first edition sees Dave Rennie's side head for South African soil to take on four United Rugby Championship sides alongside a quartet of clashes with Rassie Erasmus's world champions.
The fourth of those fixtures, which brings together the World Cup finalists from three years ago, will take place in Baltimore on the east coast of the United States.
Here's everything you need to know.
#south #greatest
The Springboks and All Blacks have reached a reciprocal touring agreement that will see the pair clash in a number of Tests every four years.
The first edition sees Dave Rennie's side head for South African soil to take on four United Rugby Championship sides alongside a quartet of clashes with Rassie Erasmus's world champions.
The fourth of those fixtures, which brings together the World Cup finalists from three years ago, will take place in Baltimore on the east coast of the United States.
Here's everything you need to know.
#south #greatest
4 days ago
Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been given a 10-match ban for the role he played in on-field clashes after his side were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.
Fifa's disciplinary committee has also handed his team-mate Nahuel Molina a seven-match suspension.
Argentina have also been ordered to play their next two home matches with 50% capacity, though one match of that sanction is suspended.
The Argentinian Football ******* ociation (AFA) has been fined $321,000 (£235,000) for breaches of the Fifa disciplinary code relating to using a sports event for demonstrations of a non-sporting nature, team misconduct, and discriminatory chants and gestures by its supporters.
Fifa have ordered that $100,000 (£73,000) of the fine must be invested in a plan to combat discrimination - and $100,000 (£73,000) of the fine is suspended, with a probationary period to apply.
#match #fifa
Fifa's disciplinary committee has also handed his team-mate Nahuel Molina a seven-match suspension.
Argentina have also been ordered to play their next two home matches with 50% capacity, though one match of that sanction is suspended.
The Argentinian Football ******* ociation (AFA) has been fined $321,000 (£235,000) for breaches of the Fifa disciplinary code relating to using a sports event for demonstrations of a non-sporting nature, team misconduct, and discriminatory chants and gestures by its supporters.
Fifa have ordered that $100,000 (£73,000) of the fine must be invested in a plan to combat discrimination - and $100,000 (£73,000) of the fine is suspended, with a probationary period to apply.
#match #fifa
4 days ago
The 2026/27 Premier League season is finally here, with the opening weekend set to offer the first taste of another thrilling campaign.
From ****** nal's bid to retain their crown to a host of new managers and promoted sides looking to make their mark, Matchday 1 promises to provide an early glimpse of what could lie ahead.
Buoyed by a 3-0 rout of Manchester City in the FA Community Shield, ****** nal kick off their Premier League ****** le defence against newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium.
Frank Lampard's men head into proceedings as massive underdogs, looking to end the Gunners' all-time competition record of 45 consecutive unbeaten home games against newcomers.
This will be the first top-flight meeting between the sides since 2001, but Coventry's dismal run of just one win from their last 14 such clashes against ****** nal speaks volumes.
#matchday
From ****** nal's bid to retain their crown to a host of new managers and promoted sides looking to make their mark, Matchday 1 promises to provide an early glimpse of what could lie ahead.
Buoyed by a 3-0 rout of Manchester City in the FA Community Shield, ****** nal kick off their Premier League ****** le defence against newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium.
Frank Lampard's men head into proceedings as massive underdogs, looking to end the Gunners' all-time competition record of 45 consecutive unbeaten home games against newcomers.
This will be the first top-flight meeting between the sides since 2001, but Coventry's dismal run of just one win from their last 14 such clashes against ****** nal speaks volumes.
#matchday
6 days ago
Comedian and political commentator Bill Maher tore into a Democratic congressional candidate in Seattle for abandoning a key liberal cause to better appeal to Muslim sensibilities.
Maher targeted Melissa Chaudhry, a progressive Democrat and self-described "White American convert to Islam" who is challenging longtime Rep. Adam Smith, D-Wash., in Washington's 9th Congressional District.
"A few weeks ago, a liberal Democrat named Melissa Chaudhry, running for Congress in Seattle, was asked why, among the many progressive causes listed on her website, LGBT rights was conspicuously absent. Because, she said, 'A lot of Muslims do not feel that way, unfortunately,'" he said.
"Is this the progressive policy now?" he asked. "Is Ms. Chaudhry right? We throw gay people under the bus anytime it clashes with what makes Muslims uncomfortable?"
Bill Maher Rips Immigrants Who Refuse To Adapt, Says American Values Are 'Not Negotiable'
#Seattle #melissa #congressional
Maher targeted Melissa Chaudhry, a progressive Democrat and self-described "White American convert to Islam" who is challenging longtime Rep. Adam Smith, D-Wash., in Washington's 9th Congressional District.
"A few weeks ago, a liberal Democrat named Melissa Chaudhry, running for Congress in Seattle, was asked why, among the many progressive causes listed on her website, LGBT rights was conspicuously absent. Because, she said, 'A lot of Muslims do not feel that way, unfortunately,'" he said.
"Is this the progressive policy now?" he asked. "Is Ms. Chaudhry right? We throw gay people under the bus anytime it clashes with what makes Muslims uncomfortable?"
Bill Maher Rips Immigrants Who Refuse To Adapt, Says American Values Are 'Not Negotiable'
#Seattle #melissa #congressional
8 days ago
On August 17, 1975, São Paulo beat Portuguesa 3-0 on penalties, after a 1-1 aggregate score over two deciding matches, and won the 1975 Campeonato Paulista, the 11th in the club's history.
The story of that **** le, however, begins a little more than nine months earlier, when Tricolor, on November 10, 1974, at Pacaembu, lost 2-1 to Palmeiras in a match from that season's Paulistão. The scoreline, seemingly irrelevant in the long run, would mark the start of a streak that São Paulo fans have never seen repeated to this day: 47 matches unbeaten.
From November 13, 1974, to August 3, 1975, São Paulo did not know defeat. There were 36 wins and 11 draws, with 39 of those matches counting for the Campeonato Paulista (either from 1974 — eight matches — or from 1975 — 31 clashes).
It was in the midst of this fine run that the Tricolor, coached by Jose Poy, began its 1975 Paulistão campaign. The tournament had one of the most controversial and complicated sets of rules of all time, with changes made during the competition itself.
It was contested by 19 teams in two stages, with the winners of each stage playing for the **** le in two final matches, unless one team won both stages. So far, so good. However, while the first stage was decided simply in a round-robin format, the second…
#paulista #tricolor
The story of that **** le, however, begins a little more than nine months earlier, when Tricolor, on November 10, 1974, at Pacaembu, lost 2-1 to Palmeiras in a match from that season's Paulistão. The scoreline, seemingly irrelevant in the long run, would mark the start of a streak that São Paulo fans have never seen repeated to this day: 47 matches unbeaten.
From November 13, 1974, to August 3, 1975, São Paulo did not know defeat. There were 36 wins and 11 draws, with 39 of those matches counting for the Campeonato Paulista (either from 1974 — eight matches — or from 1975 — 31 clashes).
It was in the midst of this fine run that the Tricolor, coached by Jose Poy, began its 1975 Paulistão campaign. The tournament had one of the most controversial and complicated sets of rules of all time, with changes made during the competition itself.
It was contested by 19 teams in two stages, with the winners of each stage playing for the **** le in two final matches, unless one team won both stages. So far, so good. However, while the first stage was decided simply in a round-robin format, the second…
#paulista #tricolor
10 days ago
Old foes South Africa and New Zealand collide in a new series in the first "Rugby's Greatest Rivalry" tour.
The Springboks and All Blacks have reached a reciprocal touring agreement that will see the pair clash in a number of Tests every four years.
The first edition sees Dave Rennie's side head for South African soil to take on four United Rugby Championship sides alongside a quartet of clashes with Rassie Erasmus's world champions.
The fourth of those fixtures, which brings together the World Cup finalists from three years ago, will take place in Baltimore on the east coast of the United States.
Here's everything you need to know.
#World #four #zealand
The Springboks and All Blacks have reached a reciprocal touring agreement that will see the pair clash in a number of Tests every four years.
The first edition sees Dave Rennie's side head for South African soil to take on four United Rugby Championship sides alongside a quartet of clashes with Rassie Erasmus's world champions.
The fourth of those fixtures, which brings together the World Cup finalists from three years ago, will take place in Baltimore on the east coast of the United States.
Here's everything you need to know.
#World #four #zealand
14 days ago
Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG will compete for a spot in the Copa Betano do Brasil semifinalCredits: Gustavo Aleixo/Cruzeiro
CBF held the draw for the quarterfinals of the 2026 Copa do Brasil this Tuesday (11), in Rio de Janeiro, which will feature, for the first time since 1989, three state derby matchups. On one side of the bracket, the competition will have the clashes between Internacional x Grêmio and Cruzeiro x Atlético-MG. On the other, Vasco x Vitória and Palmeiras x Santos.
Of these four matchups, two have previously decided the tournament: the Minas Gerais derby, Atlético-MG x Cruzeiro, in 2014, when Galo were crowned champions, and the São Paulo derby, Palmeiras x Santos, in 2015, when Alviverde lifted the trophy.
Historically, all four matchups have taken place before. Grêmio and Inter faced each other only once, in 1992, in the quarterfinals, when Colorado advanced on penalties. Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG, in addition to the 2014 final, met in the quarterfinals in 2019 and 2025, with one victory for each side.
Grêmio and Internacional will face each other in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Copa Betano do BrasilCredits: Ricardo Duarte/SC Internacional
#cruzeiro #copa #matchups #betano
CBF held the draw for the quarterfinals of the 2026 Copa do Brasil this Tuesday (11), in Rio de Janeiro, which will feature, for the first time since 1989, three state derby matchups. On one side of the bracket, the competition will have the clashes between Internacional x Grêmio and Cruzeiro x Atlético-MG. On the other, Vasco x Vitória and Palmeiras x Santos.
Of these four matchups, two have previously decided the tournament: the Minas Gerais derby, Atlético-MG x Cruzeiro, in 2014, when Galo were crowned champions, and the São Paulo derby, Palmeiras x Santos, in 2015, when Alviverde lifted the trophy.
Historically, all four matchups have taken place before. Grêmio and Inter faced each other only once, in 1992, in the quarterfinals, when Colorado advanced on penalties. Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG, in addition to the 2014 final, met in the quarterfinals in 2019 and 2025, with one victory for each side.
Grêmio and Internacional will face each other in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Copa Betano do BrasilCredits: Ricardo Duarte/SC Internacional
#cruzeiro #copa #matchups #betano
14 days ago
Claressa Shields Vs. Kaye Scott
Claressa Shields is in an unfamiliar position in her next fight. She's still the favorite, but when she clashes with Kaye Scott on August 15 in Atlanta, Shields will be the challenger. Scott will be defending her WBC and WBA middleweight ******* les, but no one is giving her much of a chance to beat Shields. Let's talk boxing.
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Venue: State Farm Arena, Atlanta
Broadcast: DAZN from 9 p.m. ET, early undercard on Zeus Network
#atlanta
Claressa Shields is in an unfamiliar position in her next fight. She's still the favorite, but when she clashes with Kaye Scott on August 15 in Atlanta, Shields will be the challenger. Scott will be defending her WBC and WBA middleweight ******* les, but no one is giving her much of a chance to beat Shields. Let's talk boxing.
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Venue: State Farm Arena, Atlanta
Broadcast: DAZN from 9 p.m. ET, early undercard on Zeus Network
#atlanta
17 days ago
Argentina host South Africa in a one-off Test in Buenos Aires as the pair continue a busy period of international action.
The Springboks are gearing up for four clashes with New Zealand in the new "Rugby's Greatest Rivalry" series, but first take on a Pumas team bidding to bounce back from a tough July.
Argentina were beaten by both Scotland and England on home soil, with fly half Tomas Albornoz's misdeeds at the end of that latter defeat leaving him banned for this game.
It makes the task tougher against the world champions, who have again displayed their strength in depth over the last couple of months.
Here's everything you need to know.
#Argentina #south
The Springboks are gearing up for four clashes with New Zealand in the new "Rugby's Greatest Rivalry" series, but first take on a Pumas team bidding to bounce back from a tough July.
Argentina were beaten by both Scotland and England on home soil, with fly half Tomas Albornoz's misdeeds at the end of that latter defeat leaving him banned for this game.
It makes the task tougher against the world champions, who have again displayed their strength in depth over the last couple of months.
Here's everything you need to know.
#Argentina #south
21 days ago
Darren Till and Yoel Romero had to be forced apart by security their face-off ran beyond three tense minutes as the ex-UFC pair set the tone for their dream match in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).
Liverpudlian Till, 33, is making his second outing for the Conor McGregor-owned bare-knuckle promotion after securing a knockout win of Aaron Chalmers, once of Geordie Shore fame, in his debut in May.
The former UFC **** le contender now clashes with someone he once shared the middleweight rankings with in Romero, who at 49 continues to prove his reputation as a physical specimen.
After trading barbs in their press conference in Manchester, the fighters took to the stage to close out the show with a customary face-off - and while there were no fireworks in the sense of a physical clash, it **** ed attention for a completely different reason.
Romero slowly lifted his head and locked eyes with Till, with their stare not broken for a total of three minutes and 28 seconds.
#romero #face #once
Liverpudlian Till, 33, is making his second outing for the Conor McGregor-owned bare-knuckle promotion after securing a knockout win of Aaron Chalmers, once of Geordie Shore fame, in his debut in May.
The former UFC **** le contender now clashes with someone he once shared the middleweight rankings with in Romero, who at 49 continues to prove his reputation as a physical specimen.
After trading barbs in their press conference in Manchester, the fighters took to the stage to close out the show with a customary face-off - and while there were no fireworks in the sense of a physical clash, it **** ed attention for a completely different reason.
Romero slowly lifted his head and locked eyes with Till, with their stare not broken for a total of three minutes and 28 seconds.
#romero #face #once
22 days ago
Old foes South Africa and New Zealand collide in a new series in the first "Rugby's Greatest Rivalry" tour.
The Springboks and All Blacks have reached a reciprocal touring agreement that will see the pair clash in a number of Tests every four years.
The first edition sees Dave Rennie's side head for South African soil to take on four United Rugby Championship sides alongside a quartet of clashes with Rassie Erasmus's world champions.
The fourth of those fixtures, which brings together the World Cup finalists from three years ago, will take place in Baltimore on the east coast of the United States.
Here's everything you need to know.
#africa
The Springboks and All Blacks have reached a reciprocal touring agreement that will see the pair clash in a number of Tests every four years.
The first edition sees Dave Rennie's side head for South African soil to take on four United Rugby Championship sides alongside a quartet of clashes with Rassie Erasmus's world champions.
The fourth of those fixtures, which brings together the World Cup finalists from three years ago, will take place in Baltimore on the east coast of the United States.
Here's everything you need to know.
#africa
26 days ago
The WSL have announced the full list of fixtures for the 2026/27 campaign.
The opening weekend includes several eye-catching clashes, starting with London City Lionesses taking on Manchester United.
Here are some of the important dates to note for the upcoming campaign…
Other key dates for the season are as follows:
Opening Weekend (BWSL and BWSL2): Friday 4, Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September
#united
The opening weekend includes several eye-catching clashes, starting with London City Lionesses taking on Manchester United.
Here are some of the important dates to note for the upcoming campaign…
Other key dates for the season are as follows:
Opening Weekend (BWSL and BWSL2): Friday 4, Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September
#united
27 days ago
The AI memory supercycle has emerged as one of 2026's most defining stories, and also one of its most contested. Hyperscaler capital expenditure is expected to reach $750 billion this year, with Goldman Sachs forecasting $7.6 trillion in total AI infrastructure spending through 2031, resulting in a supply shortage of NAND and DRAM memory as data center demand for high-performance storage clashes against the chipmakers' capacity limitations.
That scarcity has been aggravated by reports that TSMC may boost contract chip manufacturing prices by up to 10% in 2027, with some products facing increases of up to 20%, owing to increased materials, equipment, and overseas facility development expenses.
Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) is one of the names that have benefited the most from the supercycle. Since its February 2025 spinoff from Western Digital at $35.06 per share, Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) has become the single best-performing stock in the S&P 500, climbing up to 858% at its late-June peak on the back of explosive fundamentals: fiscal Q3 2026 revenue reached $5.95 billion, up 97% sequentially and 251% year-over-year, with datacenter revenue specifically up 645% year-over-year.
Management anticipates continued sequential acceleration in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, with total revenue expected to range between $7.75 billion and $8.25 billion and non-GAAP earnings per share between $30 and $33, as gross margins increase to near 80%. More crucially, Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) reported that its remaining performance obligations and contracted backlog came in between $41.6 billion and $42 billion. Sandisk's entire 2026 enterprise AI storage capacity is sold out under long-term agreements, thus locking in multibillion-dollar cash flows for the rest of the calendar year.
Despite its strong operational reports, Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) has not been immune to macroeconomic turbulence. In mid-July, shares fell 8% to 15% across a number of sessions, contributing to a 39% slide from late-June record highs, as the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell more than 20%. According to market ****** ysts, this pullback is the result of an industry-wide valuation adjustment rather than a structural decline in memory demand or corporate earnings power.
#sandisk #corporation #june
That scarcity has been aggravated by reports that TSMC may boost contract chip manufacturing prices by up to 10% in 2027, with some products facing increases of up to 20%, owing to increased materials, equipment, and overseas facility development expenses.
Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) is one of the names that have benefited the most from the supercycle. Since its February 2025 spinoff from Western Digital at $35.06 per share, Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) has become the single best-performing stock in the S&P 500, climbing up to 858% at its late-June peak on the back of explosive fundamentals: fiscal Q3 2026 revenue reached $5.95 billion, up 97% sequentially and 251% year-over-year, with datacenter revenue specifically up 645% year-over-year.
Management anticipates continued sequential acceleration in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, with total revenue expected to range between $7.75 billion and $8.25 billion and non-GAAP earnings per share between $30 and $33, as gross margins increase to near 80%. More crucially, Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) reported that its remaining performance obligations and contracted backlog came in between $41.6 billion and $42 billion. Sandisk's entire 2026 enterprise AI storage capacity is sold out under long-term agreements, thus locking in multibillion-dollar cash flows for the rest of the calendar year.
Despite its strong operational reports, Sandisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK) has not been immune to macroeconomic turbulence. In mid-July, shares fell 8% to 15% across a number of sessions, contributing to a 39% slide from late-June record highs, as the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell more than 20%. According to market ****** ysts, this pullback is the result of an industry-wide valuation adjustment rather than a structural decline in memory demand or corporate earnings power.
#sandisk #corporation #june
1 month ago
Here are the weekly Southwest Florida high school football schedules for the 2026 season. This year's slate features plenty of high-profile matchups and traditional rivalry clashes. Team schedules are subject to change based on weather and other factors.
Games are subject to change times and dates due to weather and referee schedules. Do you have a change, addition, or correction? Please email us at sports @news -press.com or sportsnaplesnews.com.
Games start at 7:30 p.m. unless noted.
Oasis at Canterbury, 7 p.m.
Cape Coral at South Fort Myers
#subject #weather #southwest #Florida
Games are subject to change times and dates due to weather and referee schedules. Do you have a change, addition, or correction? Please email us at sports @news -press.com or sportsnaplesnews.com.
Games start at 7:30 p.m. unless noted.
Oasis at Canterbury, 7 p.m.
Cape Coral at South Fort Myers
#subject #weather #southwest #Florida
1 month ago
The UFC Fight Night 282 main event is locked in after Magomed Ankalaev and Bogdan Guskov did their jobs on the scale at Friday's official weigh-in.
Former light heavyweight champion Ankalaev (21-2-1 MMA, 12-2-1 UFC) will attempt to rebound from losing the belt to Alex Pereira in October when he clashes with surging contender Guskov (18-3-1 MMA, 4-1-1 UFC), who stepped into the fight on short notice after Khalil Rountree Jr. withdrew.
Despite serving as a replacement, Guskov had no issues on the scale as he hit 205.5 pounds. There was no drama for Ankalaev, either, because he registered at 205.5 pounds.
The stage is now set for Saturday's five-round headliner, which takes place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, and streams on Paramount+ beginning at 9 a.m. ET/6 a.m. PT.
Check out complete results from UFC Fight Night 282 official weigh-ins here.
#night #scale #magomed
Former light heavyweight champion Ankalaev (21-2-1 MMA, 12-2-1 UFC) will attempt to rebound from losing the belt to Alex Pereira in October when he clashes with surging contender Guskov (18-3-1 MMA, 4-1-1 UFC), who stepped into the fight on short notice after Khalil Rountree Jr. withdrew.
Despite serving as a replacement, Guskov had no issues on the scale as he hit 205.5 pounds. There was no drama for Ankalaev, either, because he registered at 205.5 pounds.
The stage is now set for Saturday's five-round headliner, which takes place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, and streams on Paramount+ beginning at 9 a.m. ET/6 a.m. PT.
Check out complete results from UFC Fight Night 282 official weigh-ins here.
#night #scale #magomed
1 month ago
Santiago Ponzinibbio is on the verge of hitting a big milestone in his fighting career. Saturday, the Argentinian will compete in his 40th professional MMA fight – a number few reach in their careers.
"Yeah, I did know that, and that's without counting the fights from 'TUF,' which were four," Ponzinibbio told Hablemos MMA in Spanish.
Ponzinibbio (30-9 MMA, 12-8 UFC), a longtime welterweight, returns against Sam Patterson (14-3-1 MMA, 4-2 UFC) on the preliminary card of UFC Fight Night 282 (Paramount+) at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Ponzinibbio revealed this wasn't the original matchup, but in a way, he's glad he drew a younger opponent, as he gets an opportunity to show he can hang with newer talent.
"I was supposed to fight Jack Hermansson, but he ended up getting injured, and I was offered Patterson," Ponzinibbio said. "It's a much different challenge, but it is still a challenge. It's one of those clashes of generations that the company likes to make, and it's a great opportunity to show that I'm still good and relevant and that I can hang with the new generation. I'm not focused on him. I'm focused on me."
Apart from competing in his 40th fight Saturday, Ponzinibbio is also just weeks away from his 40th birthday. He knows he's reaching the end of his fighting days, but retirement is not something he thinks about much.
#fight #saturday #Opportunity #hang
"Yeah, I did know that, and that's without counting the fights from 'TUF,' which were four," Ponzinibbio told Hablemos MMA in Spanish.
Ponzinibbio (30-9 MMA, 12-8 UFC), a longtime welterweight, returns against Sam Patterson (14-3-1 MMA, 4-2 UFC) on the preliminary card of UFC Fight Night 282 (Paramount+) at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Ponzinibbio revealed this wasn't the original matchup, but in a way, he's glad he drew a younger opponent, as he gets an opportunity to show he can hang with newer talent.
"I was supposed to fight Jack Hermansson, but he ended up getting injured, and I was offered Patterson," Ponzinibbio said. "It's a much different challenge, but it is still a challenge. It's one of those clashes of generations that the company likes to make, and it's a great opportunity to show that I'm still good and relevant and that I can hang with the new generation. I'm not focused on him. I'm focused on me."
Apart from competing in his 40th fight Saturday, Ponzinibbio is also just weeks away from his 40th birthday. He knows he's reaching the end of his fighting days, but retirement is not something he thinks about much.
#fight #saturday #Opportunity #hang
1 month ago
'English cricket is more important than IPL' - Alastair Cook and RCB director Mo Babat in heated debate over Jacob Bethell originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Alastair Cook renewed criticism of Jacob Bethell staying with RCB over England prep.
Mo Bobat defends Bethell, blaming scheduling clashes, not player choices.
Debate reignites after Bethell ruled out of The Hundred with injury.
England legend Alastair Cook has reignited a long-running debate around Jacob Bethell's decision to stay with the IPL despite limited playing time, insisting international duty should always take precedence over franchise commitments.
#bethell #jacob #debate #babat
Alastair Cook renewed criticism of Jacob Bethell staying with RCB over England prep.
Mo Bobat defends Bethell, blaming scheduling clashes, not player choices.
Debate reignites after Bethell ruled out of The Hundred with injury.
England legend Alastair Cook has reignited a long-running debate around Jacob Bethell's decision to stay with the IPL despite limited playing time, insisting international duty should always take precedence over franchise commitments.
#bethell #jacob #debate #babat
1 month ago
Sources suggest that Prince Charles' reunion has renewed Prince Harry's interest in rejoining the Royal family. He looks forward to making an arrangement that perfectly balances life in the UK and the US. However, it's known that this idea doesn't sit well with his wife, Meghan Markle.
A source close to the Sussexes said that Prince Harry allegedly wants to return to his royal life, following the emotional reunion with King Charles. They revealed that he hopes his kids will experience the life he once had. Harry also hopes they witness his father, with whom he has a complicated relationship, fulfilling his grandfatherly duties.
The insider told Online Radar, "Harry came away from that visit with a renewed sense of what he misses—seeing his father as a grandfather and watching his children explore a place that is part of their heritage. It has made him more determined to find a way back, at least part-time." However, they added that Harry has no plans to abandon the life he built in California over the years. The source mentioned that he's trying to arrange for them to live in the UK with proper security and continue developing their lives in the US. As he sees it, it's not an "all-or-nothing" situation.
Sources claimed Markle's views on the matter clash with Prince Harry's. This is because she isn't thrilled about returning to the royal family. Markle knows they left it for a reason. They said she believes that the possibility of going back to the UK would expose them to the same pressures and scrutiny that led them to leave in the first place. Insiders claim she's left "fuming" over her husband's desire to return to their royal life (via Sky News).
The post Prince Harry's Desire for Royal Return Clashes With Meghan Markle — Source appeared first on Mandatory.
A source close to the Sussexes said that Prince Harry allegedly wants to return to his royal life, following the emotional reunion with King Charles. They revealed that he hopes his kids will experience the life he once had. Harry also hopes they witness his father, with whom he has a complicated relationship, fulfilling his grandfatherly duties.
The insider told Online Radar, "Harry came away from that visit with a renewed sense of what he misses—seeing his father as a grandfather and watching his children explore a place that is part of their heritage. It has made him more determined to find a way back, at least part-time." However, they added that Harry has no plans to abandon the life he built in California over the years. The source mentioned that he's trying to arrange for them to live in the UK with proper security and continue developing their lives in the US. As he sees it, it's not an "all-or-nothing" situation.
Sources claimed Markle's views on the matter clash with Prince Harry's. This is because she isn't thrilled about returning to the royal family. Markle knows they left it for a reason. They said she believes that the possibility of going back to the UK would expose them to the same pressures and scrutiny that led them to leave in the first place. Insiders claim she's left "fuming" over her husband's desire to return to their royal life (via Sky News).
The post Prince Harry's Desire for Royal Return Clashes With Meghan Markle — Source appeared first on Mandatory.
1 month ago
ONE Fight Night 45: Lessei vs. Rabah on Prime Video will deliver an unforgettable night of martial arts inside the iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Topping the organization’s latest American primetime spectacle this Friday, July 17, is a high-stakes featherweight Muay Thai showdown between Luke “The Chef” Lessei and “The Eagle” Mohamed Younes Rabah.
The card is loaded with eight additional fights across MMA and Muay Thai, too, giving fans a night filled with high-stakes battles, intriguing stylistic clashes, and plenty of stars looking to make a statement on the global stage.
Among that stacked lineup, three bouts in particular stand out as genuine show-stealers. Here they are.
Thailand’s Suablack Tor Pran49 and Scotsman Stephen “El Matador” Irvine collide in a flyweight Muay Thai battle that will deliver fireworks from the very first exchange.
Topping the organization’s latest American primetime spectacle this Friday, July 17, is a high-stakes featherweight Muay Thai showdown between Luke “The Chef” Lessei and “The Eagle” Mohamed Younes Rabah.
The card is loaded with eight additional fights across MMA and Muay Thai, too, giving fans a night filled with high-stakes battles, intriguing stylistic clashes, and plenty of stars looking to make a statement on the global stage.
Among that stacked lineup, three bouts in particular stand out as genuine show-stealers. Here they are.
Thailand’s Suablack Tor Pran49 and Scotsman Stephen “El Matador” Irvine collide in a flyweight Muay Thai battle that will deliver fireworks from the very first exchange.
1 month ago
At midday, the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC) slipped 1.06% to 26,002.95, and the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) fell 0.49% to 7,538.37 as growth sectors faltered, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES:^DJI) declined 0.26% to 52,501.95.
Gold prices dropped 1.78% to $4,015.70 as of midday, and the 10-Year Treasury yield rose 0.03% to 4.60%. Consumer defensive stocks gained 1.03% while healthcare stocks dropped 1.08%.
Memory stocks dipped this morning after SK Hynix stocks plunged in South Korea. Last week, the chipmaker soared after its debut on U.S. exchanges, but today, investors sold off following a brokerage report suggesting it may not meet its quarterly profit estimates. The jitters dragged on peers, including Micron Technology, Seagate Technology, and Sandisk. Biogen gained following a Truist upgrade citing optimism for the company's Alzheimer's pipeline.
The prospect of further disruptions to oil supplies and increased hostilities in the Middle East weighed on stocks this morning. WTI crude surged 4.6% to almost $75 a barrel amid reports of renewed clashes between the U.S. and Iran, and potential restrictions on transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Airline stocks, which had begun to recover on hopes of a full peace deal, dropped, and investors shifted again to defensive stocks. The worry is that elevated energy prices could fuel higher inflation, which could cause the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates and reduce risk appetite. All eyes will be on major banks this week as they kick off the second-quarter earnings season for clues about the resilience of consumers' financials and the economy.
Gold prices dropped 1.78% to $4,015.70 as of midday, and the 10-Year Treasury yield rose 0.03% to 4.60%. Consumer defensive stocks gained 1.03% while healthcare stocks dropped 1.08%.
Memory stocks dipped this morning after SK Hynix stocks plunged in South Korea. Last week, the chipmaker soared after its debut on U.S. exchanges, but today, investors sold off following a brokerage report suggesting it may not meet its quarterly profit estimates. The jitters dragged on peers, including Micron Technology, Seagate Technology, and Sandisk. Biogen gained following a Truist upgrade citing optimism for the company's Alzheimer's pipeline.
The prospect of further disruptions to oil supplies and increased hostilities in the Middle East weighed on stocks this morning. WTI crude surged 4.6% to almost $75 a barrel amid reports of renewed clashes between the U.S. and Iran, and potential restrictions on transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Airline stocks, which had begun to recover on hopes of a full peace deal, dropped, and investors shifted again to defensive stocks. The worry is that elevated energy prices could fuel higher inflation, which could cause the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates and reduce risk appetite. All eyes will be on major banks this week as they kick off the second-quarter earnings season for clues about the resilience of consumers' financials and the economy.
1 month ago
Despite crashing out of the tournament, the German press are still casting their eyes over the final four in the 2026 World Cup.
Germany’s 2026 World Cup campaign ended in absolute disaster, extending their painful twelve-year wait for a tournament knockout victory.
Despite high expectations under Julian Nagelsmann, a shock penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the Round of 32 sent the European giants packing early.
Now, they’re forced to sit at home and watch bitter rivals England in the semi-final.
The football rivalry between England and Germany goes back decades. Rooted in the iconic 1966 World Cup final and fueled by dramatic tournament clashes, penalty shootout heartbreaks, and the famous Frank Lampard goal that was never given.
Germany’s 2026 World Cup campaign ended in absolute disaster, extending their painful twelve-year wait for a tournament knockout victory.
Despite high expectations under Julian Nagelsmann, a shock penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the Round of 32 sent the European giants packing early.
Now, they’re forced to sit at home and watch bitter rivals England in the semi-final.
The football rivalry between England and Germany goes back decades. Rooted in the iconic 1966 World Cup final and fueled by dramatic tournament clashes, penalty shootout heartbreaks, and the famous Frank Lampard goal that was never given.
2 months ago
Spontaneous celebrations broke out in Argentina after the national team's dramatic 3-2 win over Egypt on Tuesday to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup.
In the capital Buenos Aires, several thousand people gathered around the Obelisk to celebrate Lionel Messi and his team-mates. Well into the evening, they turned parts of the city centre into a party zone.
It was above all the way Argentina team turned the game around in the closing minutes after trailing 2-0 that sent the fans into a frenzy and sparked hope for more.
The events in the provincial capital of San Miguel de Tucumán, however, saw the celebrations quickly turn into violence.
According to media reports, clashes broke out between fans and the police, and security forces used rubber bullets to clear the area.
In the capital Buenos Aires, several thousand people gathered around the Obelisk to celebrate Lionel Messi and his team-mates. Well into the evening, they turned parts of the city centre into a party zone.
It was above all the way Argentina team turned the game around in the closing minutes after trailing 2-0 that sent the fans into a frenzy and sparked hope for more.
The events in the provincial capital of San Miguel de Tucumán, however, saw the celebrations quickly turn into violence.
According to media reports, clashes broke out between fans and the police, and security forces used rubber bullets to clear the area.
2 months ago
The 7th round of the Brasileirão U-17 begins this Tuesday (8). Among the highlights are the classic matchups between Vasco vs. Fluminense and Corinthians vs. Palmeiras, which promise to fire up the fans and deliver great contests.
In addition to these clashes, starting at 3 p.m., Athletico-PR vs. Botafogo and Fortaleza vs. Atlético-MG will also face off.
On Wednesday (8), the matches will be São Paulo vs. Red Bull Bragantino, Bahia vs. Grêmio, Flamengo vs. Vitória, and América-MG vs. Atlético-GO. The round comes to an end on Thursday (9), when Cruzeiro takes on Internacional.
Although the first stage is still in its early days, the Brasileirão U-17 standings are already quite busy. The 20 participating teams are trying to finish in the top eight spots to secure qualification for the knockout stage. While Palmeiras, for example, still has a 100% record, Atlético-GO has not earned any points. Click here to check the full table.
Vasco da Gama vs. Fluminense - Nivaldo Pereira, Nova Iguaçu (RJ)
In addition to these clashes, starting at 3 p.m., Athletico-PR vs. Botafogo and Fortaleza vs. Atlético-MG will also face off.
On Wednesday (8), the matches will be São Paulo vs. Red Bull Bragantino, Bahia vs. Grêmio, Flamengo vs. Vitória, and América-MG vs. Atlético-GO. The round comes to an end on Thursday (9), when Cruzeiro takes on Internacional.
Although the first stage is still in its early days, the Brasileirão U-17 standings are already quite busy. The 20 participating teams are trying to finish in the top eight spots to secure qualification for the knockout stage. While Palmeiras, for example, still has a 100% record, Atlético-GO has not earned any points. Click here to check the full table.
Vasco da Gama vs. Fluminense - Nivaldo Pereira, Nova Iguaçu (RJ)
2 months ago
Erling Haaland vs. Gabriel rivalry: ****** nal, Man City resume heated feud in World Cup Round of 16 originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been oozing with delicious storylines ever since the tournament began across North America in mid-June.
One of the most mouth-watering matchups of the tournament so far sees blue-blood nation Brazil match up against new power Norway in the Round of 16, as the two nations clash at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.
The game has plenty of sub-plots, but one of the most intriguing clashes will be the first international meeting between Premier League rivals Gabriel and Erling Haaland.
Haaland has risen to stardom at Manchester City, scoring goals in bunches to help lead the club to an unprecedented level of silverware and global success. Meanwhile, Gabriel has been a star performer in defense for ****** nal, who just won their first Premier League ****** le since 2004 last season and reached the Champions League final in the process.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been oozing with delicious storylines ever since the tournament began across North America in mid-June.
One of the most mouth-watering matchups of the tournament so far sees blue-blood nation Brazil match up against new power Norway in the Round of 16, as the two nations clash at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.
The game has plenty of sub-plots, but one of the most intriguing clashes will be the first international meeting between Premier League rivals Gabriel and Erling Haaland.
Haaland has risen to stardom at Manchester City, scoring goals in bunches to help lead the club to an unprecedented level of silverware and global success. Meanwhile, Gabriel has been a star performer in defense for ****** nal, who just won their first Premier League ****** le since 2004 last season and reached the Champions League final in the process.
2 months ago
Tens of thousands of far-left protesters flooded the streets and clashed with police in the Germany city of Erfurt on Saturday as they protested the conservative Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
Videos showed police beating back agitators with batons and deploying anti-riot ordnance as the demonstrators chanted against the country's conservative Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in a massive political rally.
Police said over 30,000 people attended the demonstrations, according to the ***** ociated Press (AP), and people could be seen carrying signs reading "Stop AfD ***** s" and "For Diversity, Against ***** s."
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Despite the tense clashes caught on video, police told news outlets the demonstrations have been "mostly peaceful," and claimed they've recorded approximately 100 law violations, mostly due to graffiti.
Videos showed police beating back agitators with batons and deploying anti-riot ordnance as the demonstrators chanted against the country's conservative Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in a massive political rally.
Police said over 30,000 people attended the demonstrations, according to the ***** ociated Press (AP), and people could be seen carrying signs reading "Stop AfD ***** s" and "For Diversity, Against ***** s."
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Despite the tense clashes caught on video, police told news outlets the demonstrations have been "mostly peaceful," and claimed they've recorded approximately 100 law violations, mostly due to graffiti.
