Mckenna Grace was seen out and about in New York City this Friday as part of an ongoing press tour for her upcoming film "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping." The actress sported quite the striking look, dressed in an eye-catching Gucci midi-dress along with a pair of gold heeled sandals. Styled by Molly **** son, Grace opted for a sparkling outfit this Friday. The star wore a see-through, long-sleeved A-line sequin dress that sported bold geometrical patterns in shades of red, blue, and gold with a bit of gray-black paneling near the hemline. Mckenna Grace in Midtown on October 23, 2026. GC Images Grace was smart when it came to her choice of footwear, selecting shoes that complimented her rather magnetic gown without overpowering an already intense look. She wore what appeared to be Jeffrey Campbell Obsession sandals in Gold Patent. The shoes were minimalist but classy, featuring an ankle buckle, curved stiletto heel, and a single slender strap near the toe. The golden shade paired quite well with the flecks of yellow on Grace's dress, making for an arresting, well-coordinated ensemble. Mckenna Grace's gold heels that she wore in New York City this Friday. As of late, Grace has been doing a
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A family trip to Dollywood took an unexpected turn for Britney Spears after footage from one of the park's rides sparked criticism online. The pop star documented her excitement while riding a spinning attraction during the outing with her sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James Federline. However, some viewers objected to her repeatedly yelling an expletive at the family-oriented theme park. One critic branded Spears "clueless and classless," while another accused her of deliberately attracting attention despite covering her face to avoid being recognized.
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Spears visited the Tennessee theme park with Sean and Jayden, sharing a rare photograph of herself posing between her two adult sons. The 44-year-old singer wore a striped top and denim miniskirt while covering much of her face with sunglasses and a mask. Sean and Jayden coordinated in white T-shirts and sneakers.
"Wow wow!!! I didn't know this place existed, so incredibly cool and exciting," Spears wrote on Instagram. She added that the weather was "extremely hot" and joked that her skirt was too big before declaring, "Family outings!!! DOLLYWOOD IS ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE!!!"

#family #Instagram

Heidi Klum just brought a very special plus-one to Paris Fashion Week, and the mother-daughter duo is turning heads. The supermodel, 53, stepped out with her youngest child, 16-year-old daughter Lou, for the Vivienne Westwood show. It was the teen's Fashion Week debut, and she proved that she's been taking notes from her stylish mom. The pair coordinated in chic peplum silhouettes and towering platforms.
Heidi Klum and daughter Lou coordinated in peplum looks at the Vivienne Westwood show. Lou, whose dad is singer Seal, usually stays out of the spotlight, which makes this sweet outing even more special. A video from the event shows the two posing side by side in front of a white backdrop splashed with bold orange and red brushstrokes. They look relaxed, happy, and completely in sync.
Heidi went for a glamorous all-white moment. Her ivory satin blazer features a deep plunging neckline, sculpted shoulders, and a single gold ******* on at the waist. She paired it with a matching floor-length satin skirt that skimmed the ground. The model mom finished the look with a sparkling statement necklace and her golden blonde waves styled loose and tousled.
Lou, on the other hand, brought a warm and earthy twist. The teen wore a ******* on-front, corset-style mini dress in a washed brown print. The fitted bodice features thin straps and a scooped neckline, while the flared peplum waist adds a playful touch of movement. The design is a perfect nod to Westwood's famous love for dramatic corsetry and tailoring. She accessorized with a gold bangle and let her dark, voluminous curls fall naturally around her shoulders.
The most eye-catching part of both outfits is the footwear. Lou towers in patterned platform sandals with ankle straps, done in rich brown and red tones that match her dress. Heidi's blue platform shoes peek out from beneath her skirt in a closing shot, adding a fun pop of color to her neutral outfit.

#heidi #klum

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrated the Kansas City Chiefs tight end's first birthday as a married man on October 5 in New York City.
The newlyweds grabbed dinner at Torrisi, an upscale Italian restaurant in SoHo.
Swift wore an all-black ensemble that included a Simkhai mididress, an oversized Saint Laurent leather coat, and a leather Givenchy bucket bag.
Travis Kelce celebrated turning 37—his first birthday as a husband—in New York City on October 5 with wife Taylor Swift by his side.
The singer and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end color-coordinated in dark ensembles for their evening out, Swift in a black lace-trimmed $895 Simkhai mididress, a $7,400 oversized leather coat by Saint Laurent, and strappy Jimmy Choo leather sandals. She carried a $1,990 Givenchy leather bucket bag to polish off the look.

#swift #city #leather

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's friend has reportedly suggested that the couple's recent romantic photos from their UK outing may carry a deeper meaning. The Duke and ***** ss of Sussex were recently photographed holding hands during a lunch date at a Cotswold pub. Notably, the outing marked the couple's first public appearance together since reportedly relocating back to the UK on August 26.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's friend told Rob Shuter that the photos from the couple's recent UK outing were taken with intention and purpose. For those unfamiliar, The Sun published exclusive images of the Sussexes on October 2, showing Harry and Meghan holding hands as they arrived at The Falkland Arms pub in the Cotswolds on October 1.
The couple opted for subtly coordinated dark-toned outfits, and both wore sunglasses during the outing. The "Suits" star wore an all-black ensemble with her hair loose, while the Duke of Sussex sported an olive-green fall jacket and a baseball cap.
The friend claimed, "This has Meghan's fingerprints all over it." The source explained that Markle is highly familiar with the worlds of media, photography, and publicity. According to the friend, she understood that the timing was right to send a pointed message to their critics and naysayers through the loved-up images.
A media insider also weighed in on the couple's recent UK outing, arguing that the paparazzi did not simply happen to capture the pair. Instead, the insider claimed that Harry and Meghan provided ample opportunities to be photographed.

#outing #duke

Nicole Kidman gave fans a stylish look at her 15-year-old daughter, Faith, as the pair stepped out in coordinated outfits at the Chanel show in Paris. The actress attended the spring/summer 2027 show, offering a glimpse of how alike and how different a mother and daughter can look side by side.
Nicole Kidman and daughter Faith stepped out in coordinated looks at the Chanel show. The video shows Kidman and Faith walking through the crowd before posing side by side. Guests in dark formal wear fill the background as the pair make their way along. The actress waves to onlookers and places a hand over her heart. She smiles warmly the whole time, while her daughter grins shyly beside her.
HELLO! Canada shared the clip on X, describing the duo as "looking chic in coordinated outfits." The outlet also added that the pair were making a splash at Paris Fashion Week. In the final moments of the video, Faith keeps one hand relaxed at her hip while her mom stands tall beside her.
Kidman's long blond hair falls beneath wispy bangs, and Faith wears her long brown hair loose past her shoulders. The 59-year-old wears a charcoal tweed blazer dress with a double-breasted front and gold ******* ons. She pairs it with sheer black tights, black heels, and a burgundy clutch, while a small embellished patch on one cuff adds a playful touch. Beside her, Faith wears a gray Chanel cardigan with black trim and gold ******* ons. The interlocking double-C logo sits on the front. She styles the boxy knit with wide-leg blue jeans and black-and-white slingback heels.
Kidman, an official Chanel ambassador, brought Faith's older sister, Sunday Rose, along. The outing was also Kidman's first public work appearance since news of her split broke. The Australian-American actress shares Faith and Sunday Rose with former husband Keith Urban.

#faith #beside #pair #coordinated

Nicole Kidman and her daughter Faith, 15, attended Chanel's latest show on October 5.
They coordinated in shades of gray.
Kidman, 59, also debuted a subtle hair change.
Nicole Kidman switched up her bangs as she stepped out with her 15-year-old daughter during Paris Fashion Week. On October 5, she and Faith, whose father is country artist Keith Urban, sat front row at Chanel's latest show.
The mother-daughter duo coordinated in shades of gray, with Kidman sporting an oversized Chanel blazer as a minidress. She layered the tweed double-breasted jacket over sheer tights, accessorizing with a pair of stilettos. As for Faith, she paired a Chanel cardigan with medium-wash jeans, as well as the label's signature cap-toe heels.

#faith #nicole #latest #shades

Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang is challenging the people warning that AI could end humanity, suggesting their alarming predictions may serve another purpose.
Speaking with CBS News, Huang rejected the 'AI apocalypse' debate and questioned the motives behind those spreading that fear, adding a sharper edge to an increasingly public industry split.
OpenAI and Anthropic leaders, alongside Elon Musk, have backed calls to slow advanced AI development over safety concerns and fears that the technology might be advancing quicker than companies can control it, as reported by Financial Times.
For Nvidia investors, that debate carries financial weight. Shares have returned 20% year-to-date and 23% over the six months, according to Seeking Alpha data.
A coordinated slowdown could complicate the spending boom supporting its chip business. Huang's response, however, reaches beyond defending continued investment.

#NVIDIA #anthropic

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A shooting at a high school in the southern Philippines on Friday left two 14-year-old students and the teenage gunman dead and wounded at least eight people, local government and police officials said.
The shooting at Banga National High School in the South Cotabato town of Banga is under investigation, the Philippine National Police said in a statement. Police officers secured the campus and coordinated with school officials and medical responders, the statement said.
South Cotabato Governor Reynaldo Tamayo said the two students killed were a boy and a girl, both 14. He said the gunman also shot himself and died.
Banga Mayor Albert Palencia told DZBB radio that the gunman hit 10 students in the classroom next to his, two of whom died while eight were wounded. A person who was hyperventilating was also brought to a hospital, according to the governor.
Tamayo said the gunman's best friend told officials that the teenager was a member of an online "true crimes community." Authorities were investigating the account and whether it had any connection to the shooting, he said.

#students #south

By Brad Brooks
COLUMBIA FALLS, Montana, Sept 16 (Reuters) - More than 15 years after the U.S. Supreme Court reshaped American politics with its Citizens United campaign finance ruling, Montana voters will decide this November whether to make their state the first in the nation to bar corporations from spending money on elections through a ballot initiative.
It's a test case for a novel legal strategy that sidesteps the 2010 ruling rather than challenging it head-on -- and taps into growing, bipartisan anger ‌over the pervasiveness of so-called dark money in elections.
"Americans are losing the belief that they have any influence over our politics," said Tom Moore, a lawyer with the Center for American Progress left-leaning think tank in Washington and the legal architect of ‌the movement.
With similar, coordinated efforts underway in over 30 states, Montana could help set a critical precedent, experts say, and potentially lead to another showdown at the Supreme Court. Hawaii's legislature passed a similar law earlier this year, inspired by those behind the effort here.

#court #similar

BAGHDAD (AP) — Two deadlines are looming for Iraq at the end of the month: the end of a decades-long U.S. military presence and the disarmament of non-state armed groups.
The U.S. withdrawal is underway, and officials say the hundreds of troops remaining in northern Iraq will be out by the Sept. 30 deadline.
The Iraqi government has linked the U.S. withdrawal to an ultimatum for militias to lay down their weapons. But most have indicated they have no plans to do so.
That leaves major questions about what the day after will look like in Iraq.
Iranian-backed Iraqi militias have struck U.S.-linked targets both inside and outside of Iraq since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28. They also have coordinated with Yemen's Houthi rebels to attack Saudi Arabia.

#sept #iranian

Iran is deliberately targeting U.S. naval drones in the Strait of Hormuz to gather intelligence on American surveillance capabilities and learn how to evade U.S. defenses, drone experts warned Tuesday.
Tehran's strategy is coordinated, they said, and involves exposing critical insights into U.S. Navy theater operations in the world's most vulnerable maritime choke point even when classified data is uncompromised.
The warning came as tensions escalated in the Gulf region Sept. 14 after the U.S. military destroyed two Iranian small boats amid an attempted seizure by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of an American unmanned surface vessel (USV) patrolling the area, according to reports.
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A cargo ship sails in the Persian Gulf toward the Strait of Hormuz, Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

#Iran #sept

AI investors are weighing warnings from technology executives about the safety risks posed by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence. However, some believe that slowing AI development could leave the US behind China and other competitors in the global race. Brad Gerstner, founder and CEO of Altimeter Capital, said on CNBC that he supports AI safety measures but believes some fears are being exaggerated to advance a political agenda.
"I've not talked to a single person in AI who says, full steam ahead, disregard safety," Gerstner said. "It turns out we all care about kids. We all care about the future of the country. We know the massive benefits it offers, but we also want to take the extra time to make sure that we do this safely. But what I didn't like this week is these hyperbolic scare tactics, which I think are hiding behind a political agenda. We learn that all of this catastrophizing about data centers may in fact, have had support from the CCP. Right? So I want a little investigation. Who is behind all of this negativity? Is it coordinated? Right? Where is the money coming from?"
Altimeter's second-quarter 13F filings show that the fund opened new positions in several technology and AI-related companies, including Qualcomm (QCOM) and Micron Technology (MU).
Altimeter bought 1.88 million Qualcomm shares valued at about $347.9 million as of June 30. The position accounted for 3.54% of the fund's reported US equity portfolio. It also acquired 209,520 Micron shares worth roughly $241.8 million, representing 2.46% of the portfolio.
Brad Gerstner of Altimeter Capital

#behind #qualcomm

Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves stepped out for a stylish date at the US Open on September 11.
The couple wore coordinated tailored looks for the outing.
McConaughey said that the tournament was "the place to be on the planet."
Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila Alves have once again made a strong case for being two of the chicest tennis fans around. The 10 Things I Hate About You actor and his model and designer wife made an appearance at the US Open on September 11, sitting in the crowd for day 13 of the tennis tournament. The couple coordinated in complementary sleek tailored looks for their joint outing.
Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves arrive at the US Open.
Credit: Getty

#mcconaughey #matthew #alves #coordinated

Katie Holmes and her boyfriend Jason Bard Yarmosky stepped out for the Calvin Klein show during New York Fashion Week on September 11.
They wore coordinated all-white looks for their outing.
They later stepped out for a dinner.
Katie Holmes and her boyfriend Jason Bard Yarmosky just made their New York Fashion Week debut—and a very stylish one at that. The couple, who have been linked since July, were spotted smiling and holding hands as they made their way into the Calvin Klein spring/ summer 2027 show on September 11.
Katie Holmes and Jason Bard Yarmosky wore matching white looks.
Credit: Getty

#jason #york

Indiana Jones star Harrison Ford met his wife, Ally McBeal actress Calista Flockhart, in 2002.
The couple got engaged in 2009 and tied the knot over a year later. Ford, who is a dad to four children from his two previous marriages, also adopted Flockhart's son, Liam.
They've been supporting each other's careers over the years, with color-coordinated red carpet appearances and sweet shoutouts in acceptance speeches.
Back in 2002, Harrison Ford wasn't on Calista Flockhart's radar. "I remember loving him on Mosquito Coast, but I really didn't think about him," the actress said of Ford at the time. But that all changed after they met at the 59th Golden Globes with a meet-cute straight out of a '90s rom-com. Ford officially caught Flockhart's attention when he accidentally spilled wine on her dress mid-conversation. The comical moment apparently sealed the deal for Flockhart, and the two began dating from that point on.
"I'm in love. Romantic love is one of the most exciting and fulfilling kinds of love, and I think there is a potential for it at any stage of your life," Ford said in a 2003 interview, a year after meeting Flockhart. "I was not surprised that I was able to fall in love, and I wasn't surprised that I did."

#ford #actress #think #surprised

More than a dozen states have begun distributing millions of free eggs across local food banks following a settlement with three major producers over alleged collusion, but legal experts say this "unusual" remedy faces a logistical hurdle of making sure those eggs reach the American people.
"There are huge administrative problems with making sure that a settlement of this nature goes according to plan," Katherine Speegle, an antitrust lawyer and partner at Duane Morris, told Fortune.
In June, the U.S. Justice Department and 17 states settled a lawsuit alleging three major egg producers—Cal-Maine Foods, Versova, and Hickman's Egg Ranch—illegally colluded to inflate the price of eggs, which reached record heights last year. The complaint claimed the companies coordinated on bids submitted to Urner Barry Publications, which runs an index key that reports prices for grocery stores and restaurants.
Soaring egg prices became a key metric for how American consumers have experienced five years of above-trend inflation — with this case raising the prospect of collusive behavior on the egg front. None of the producers admitted to wrongdoing and maintained they acted legally.
"When powerful corporations collude behind the scenes to raise prices, working families suffer the costs," New York Attorney General Letitia James, who helped lead the investigation, said in a statement at the time. "These egg producers manipulated the market to squeeze even more profit out of consumers and businesses."

#states

In recent months, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has not been afraid to intervene in the bond or foreign exchange markets.
In early August, the Treasury executed a coordinated purchase of **** anese yen with **** an's Ministry of Finance to strengthen the yen, which had been losing ground to the U.S. dollar.
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The Treasury also plans to repurchase as much as $6 billion of longer-dated Treasuries at its next operation on Sept. 10, triple the normal amount, in an attempt to curb Treasury yields. While the moves have received their fair share of criticism, Bessent seems to have no plans to back down.
"... I am the house now," said Bessent, during a speech in front of Southern Methodist University's business school on Sept. 8. "So when we intervene with the **** anese yen, I have pretty good insight what the **** anese, what the Bank of **** an is going to do, what **** anese policymakers are going to do. Bet against me if you want."

#flashing #down

Unpaid carers have received gift boxes in recognition of support they provide to other people.
The boxes hold a range of items intended to remind carers to take some time for themselves, including teabags, biscuits and mugs.
Suzie Walters-Jeffries from Devon Carers at Westbank said the project was designed to thank 100 of the 35,000 unpaid carers across Devon who look after people with dementia, mental health issues, chronic illness and other health challenges.
The project has been coordinated by Devon Carers at Westbank, the Devon Partnership NHS Trust and mental health charity Open Up.
The gift boxes have been given to unpaid carers across the county [BBC]

#unpaid #Health #gift #people

Camila Alves McConaughey is having a stylish New York moment. The Brazilian model and entrepreneur stepped out in two dramatically different looks in the span of 24 hours, moving effortlessly from relaxed menswear-inspired tailoring to romantic bohemian glamour.
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#matthew #brazilian

Christie Brinkley was all smiles as she stepped out with both of her daughters for a rare joint appearance at an iconic music venue.
The supermodel and her daughter Sailor, 28, supported Alexa, 40, during a meaningful show.
Brinkley shares Alexa with ex-husband Billy Joel, and Sailor with ex-husband Peter Cook.
Christie Brinkley was in proud mom mode as she stepped out with both of her daughters, Alexa, 40, and Sailor, 28, for a rare appearance. In photos shared on September 6, the supermodel coordinated with her mini-me's in summery denim looks for a meaningful outing that paid homage to her ex-husband Billy Joel.
Sailor Brinkley Cook and Christie Brinkley attend John Mayer's performance for SiriusXM on August 26, 2026

#daughters

Bayern Munich hosts SC Freiburg today in the third matchday of the Frauen-Bundesliga season. The Bavarians are a perfect 2-0-0 so far while Freiburg has a win and a draw and sit in seventh place, near where they finished last season.
Last time out, Bayern equaled a club-record Bundesliga unbeaten run (44 matches), so this one is for the breakthrough.
The Bavarians welcomed back Giulia Gwinn and Lena Oberdorf recently and Sarah Zadrazil could be next in line to make her comeback. While Freiburg has not customarily given Bayern nightmares, this team is not taking anything for granted.
"Feiburg are a young team who've made a really good impression so far," Bayern coach José Barcala shared ahead of the match (as captured by FCBayern.com). "They have a clear plan, are very well organized and know exactly when they need to go and press. They can also always pose a threat with their quick movements in between the lines.
"When you're not coordinated in how you press against them or are too passive in defending, you can quickly have problems. We need to focus on every detail and definitely can't underestimate them. It certainly won't be an easy game."

#bavarians #press

Michael Reschke believes Max Eberl's decision to publicly make João Palhinha, Bryan Zaragoza and Sacha Boey available for transfer did not hurt Bayern Munich's chances of getting a good deal for the three players.
Eberl was remarkably open about the trio throughout the summer, making it clear that Bayern Munich no longer planned with them and that the club was willing to let them leave.
Reschke, however, does not believe that public approach necessarily reduced their market value.
"Well, they certainly didn't become more expensive as a result. However, I ******* ume that these statements by Max were coordinated internally," Reschke told Abendzeitung.
There is an important distinction in that ******* sment. Eberl was not publicly criticizing the players or suggesting that Bayern Munich desperately needed to get rid of them. Instead, he was communicating the club's sporting plans and making it clear that there were opportunities for interested teams.

#publicly #clear

By Mary Guzman
Apple's July 10, 2026 lawsuit against OpenAI, filed in the Northern District of California just five weeks after OpenAI's confidential Form S‑1 targeted a trillion‑dollar valuation, presents a governance case study with implications far beyond Silicon Valley. In Apple Inc. v. Liu, No. 5:26‑cv‑07078, Apple alleges that OpenAI Group PBC, OpenAI Foundation, io Products LLC, former Apple vice president Tang Yew Tan, and former Apple engineer Chang Liu engaged in a coordinated effort to obtain confidential Apple hardware designs, supply‑chain intelligence, and unreleased product specifications. Apple claims the misappropriation reached every level of OpenAI's hardware organization and seeks preliminary and permanent injunctions, compensatory damages, a reasonable royalty in the alternative, exemplary damages for willful misappropriation, and attorneys' fees*. OpenAI denies all allegations and points to Apple's allegedly lax exit procedures as the key negating factor.
From a governance perspective, the case highlights a recurring pattern: trade‑secret disputes that appear straightforward to the public often reveal deeper structural weaknesses inside the victim organization. The industry has seen versions of this before—emails encouraging departing employees to "bring what you know," or the more extreme mole scenario, as in Deel v. Rippling. These are not just operational failures; they are governance failures that should alarm any board member or investor expecting a clean exit or a stable competitive position.
The risk is accelerating. More than 1,500 federal trade‑secret cases were filed in 2025 – the highest ever – and still only a fraction of the true number. AI proliferation, high employee mobility, and limits on non‑competes ensure that trade‑secret litigation will continue to rise. Meanwhile, companies increasingly rely on trade‑secret protection (surpassing the long-favored patent-or-die approach) recognizing that patents disclose the playbook to competitors and nation‑state adversaries. In a world where competitive advantage is often driven by a process rather than the output it creates, trade secrets are often the most valuable and strategic IP ******* et.
But the governance question is always the same: Did the company actually have protectable trade secrets? That requires: a) legal ownership of the innovation, b) demonstrable uniqueness that creates value, and c) "reasonable measures" to protect it.

#confidential #case

The SEC has taken a page out of the Big 12 playbook.
Displeased with unfavorable state-court rulings, the conferences turned to federal court. For the Big 12, a federal lawsuit prompted Texas Tech to abandon a plan to play quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who had won an injunction against an NCAA-imposed gambling suspension. For the SEC, the lawsuit against LSU, coach Lane Kiffin, and others has a goal of keeping LSU from adding players who have been on NFL 90-man rosters.
The lawsuit was filed Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama.
Via Amanda Christovich of Front Office Sports, the complaint alleges that LSU and Kiffin "waged a deliberate and coordinated campaign to recruit professional athletes to play football for LSU during the 2026-27 season, including players who had signed NFL contracts with the Cleveland Browns, New Orleans Saints, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers."
The move comes on the same day a pending state-court lawsuit was due to return to court on the question of whether a temporary restraining order allowing LSU to add the former NFL players would proceed. It serves only to add to the current state of college-football chaos, which surely will be leveraged by the powers-that-be into renewed efforts to pass the Protect College Sports Act.

#play

Not to date myself, but I came up in a time when first-person shooter video games were picking up in popularity. I latched on to "Counter-Strike" during my first year of undergrad in 2001. The whole floor of my dorm was male engineers only. It was a perfect haven for LAN parties. While some of my classmates practiced with rifles, I tended toward the "spray and pray" options. My reasoning was simple:
If I fire enough bullets in the video game, I'm bound to hit somebody.
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However, I (quickly) found a flaw in my plan. More ammo didn't necessarily equate to a stronger KDA ratio in the game. I was cannon fodder! Instead of flinging shells, controlled bursts and a coordinated approach were the right play — not my Leroy Jenkins impersonation. And as we get to the end of our drafts, that's how we should be approaching picks we think of as just throwaways.
Part III is here, the worst picks of Rounds 9-12. Go here for Part II of this series, the worst picks of Rounds 5-8. Here's also Part I, the worst picks of the first four rounds.

#picks #here #strike #join

When the 2025-26 Spurs season tipped off last fall, ***** ody knew who the Jackals were. But that all changed over the following months as the Victor Wembanyama-founded fan section went viral for their over-the-top energy, hilarious signs and memorable moments. This season will be no different, except for the fact that everyone knows who they are - and everyone wants in.
But not everyone will be allowed in the Frost Bank Center's sections 114 and 115 for the 2026-27 season, the Jackals said on social media. Auditions for the upcoming season, which will take place on September 19 and add 100 members, require an 18+ age limit. The sign-up form on the Spurs website requires Jackal hopefuls to check a box affirming they are 18 or older before they can RSVP for auditions.
One social media user asked the fan section on X what was behind the decision to "raise the age limit and force kids out of the program? Just don't quite understand that."
"It was a tough choice for sure, we love our kid Jackals, but as the Jackals have and will continue to grow, the atmosphere will become more intense, with constant standing, chanting, and coordinated movement and support," the fan club explained in a post on X. "After evaluating the past season, we feel an 18+ environment is the best fit for the direction of the section."
Not everyone seems to be happy with that change. Paul Salazar, who was an inaugural Jackal along with his son, said on Instagram that he felt "that PJ was one of the Best Jackals that showed up every night and gave it his all! never complaining about standing not one time!"

#best #Media

Sydney Sweeney landed at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival on Wednesday in Italy wearing one of 2026's hottest shoe trends, the clear heel. The "Euphoria" star went monochrome for her arrival in the floating city, opting for a sheer top with coordinated clear mules by Gianvito Rossi. Sydney Sweeney is seen during the 83rd Venice International Film Festival on Sept. 2 in Venice. GC Images While the Gianvito Rossi Elle Mule is a popular choice for those looking for a clear heel, "The Housemaid" star opted for the Sofia Mule 95. The Sofia style in all black has been picking up steam among Hollywood stars, but Sweeney opted for the mule in pink, which retails for $945. The mules are crafted from Nuit glossy leather. The style is a round-toe stiletto mule with a soft see-through Plexi upper. The style is defined by the luxury footwear brand's distinctive "Sofia" heel, which blends modernity and a retro feel with a glossy curved heel design that's wider at the base like a wedge. Handmade in Italy. The stiletto heel measures 3.8 inches. Sweeney arrived in Venice wearing a sheer lace Zimmermann Hypnotic Lace Bodice with matching shorts. The outfit features a floral lace halter-neck
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#sweeney

Naomi Watts and Kai Schreiber are making a compelling case against matching mother-daughter wardrobes. In Simkhai's fall 2026 campaign, there are no coordinated outfits or deliberately twinning styling moments, as one might expect from a fashionable family affair. Instead, Watts and Schreiber bring their own distinct identities to the collection—one polished and timeless, the other edgier and more eclectic.
Photographed by Mikael Jansson and styled by Camilla Nickerson, this marks Watts and Schreiber's first campaign together. (The wider cast includes Malcolm McRae, Sage Elsesser, Awar Odhiang, and Betsy Gaghan.) For creative director Jonathan Simkhai, bringing mother and daughter into the same fashion universe was a way to show how his clothes can translate across generations. "I have long been a fan of Naomi both on and off screen," he tells ELLE. "She has a timeless sense of style that feels effortless yet intentional."
As for bringing Schreiber into the fold, he adds, "I have been following Kai's modeling career and thought it would be such a great moment to ask both Naomi and Kai to take part in the campaign shoot—I can't think of a better way to showcase how Simkhai can be worn by different generations of inspiring women."
Kai Schreiber in Simkhai's fall 2026 campaign.Mikael Jansson
As it turns out, clothes already move pretty freely between those two generations in the Watts-Schreiber household. Watts tells me that Schreiber has recently begun digging through pieces she saved from the late '90s and early aughts—and Watts has started borrowing from her daughter's growing handbag collection, too. There is, however, one glaring hole in the family archive: "I got rid of all my low-slung waisted jeans," Watts says, "which she's so annoyed about."

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Amal Clooney infused her summer sartorial agenda with a dose of bridal charm. The international human rights lawyer has been enjoying a European getaway at her picturesque Lake Como Villa with her husband, George **** ey.
On August 27, Amal stepped out in style as she stunned in a white silk slip dress. The garment featured a figure-hugging silhouette with a plunging neckline and delicate spaghetti straps. She accessorized the look with a pair of silver strappy shoes and two chunky bangle bracelets. Amal carried a white flower that perfectly coordinated with her ethereal gown. The 48-year-old's choice of footwear doesn't come as a surprise given the domination of silver heels on the runway in recent seasons.
During Jonathan Anderson's debut collection for Dior, he peppered the runway with silver mules embellished with rosettes. Meanwhile, during Matthieu Blazy's enchanting Chanel Haute Couture collection, models graced the catwalk in silver slingbacks.
Amal Clooney wore a white silk dress (@ BACKGRID)
Amal's luscious locks were styled into her signature voluminous blowout. Meanwhile, George matched his wife's summer style as he wore a dove-gray T-shirt with a pair of matching tailored pants.

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