Saoirse Ronan made her first return to the red carpet since giving birth to her first child, attending the Orizzonti Corti Fuori Concorso E Concorso screening during the Venice Film Festival at Sala Giardino this evening.
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It was an understated return, with the Irish actress wearing a navy-blue Louis Vuitton dress that kept the focus on its clean silhouette. The silver zip running along the side was the only real point of detail.
Considering this was her first red carpet appearance in some time, I wasn't expecting Saoirse to make a dramatic comeback. This felt more in keeping with her style: simple, unfussy and confident enough to let the cut do the work. I also like that the zip gives the dress some edge.
Even the jewellery followed the same approach. Saoirse wore a Les Honneurs earring and Tumbler ear cuff in white gold and diamonds from Louis Vuitton's High Jewelry collection, which added just enough sparkle without changing the mood of the look.

#concorso

The Venice Film Festival is back and high fashion has taken over the Lido. As the 83rd edition continues, the canals are filled with custom couture, sharp tailoring, and standard-setting off-duty style.
The prestigious festival kicked off with a suitably glamorous opening ceremony on Wednesday, where Laura Dern presented George Clooney with the Lifetime Achievement award, recognising his enduring contribution to cinema. The actor landed in Venice alongside his wife Amal, leading a star-studded guest list that includes Kendall Jenner, Pamela Anderson, and Sydney Sweeney.
From black-tie premieres at the Palazzo del Cinema to glitzy dinners, and low-key water taxi arrivals, here are all of the best dressed guests and must-see looks from Venice 2026.
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Maggie Gyllenhaal wore a gorgeous Chloé autumn/winter 2025 ruffle blouse with black tailored trousers on the red carpet. She accessoried with Dior sunglasses and Bvlgari jewellery.

#venice #cinema #black

Newlywed Georgina Rodríguez is at the 2026 Venice Film Festival following her wedding to long-time partner Cristiano Ronaldo, attending as the face of Italian luxury jeweller Pasquale Bruni. Across three appearances, her style has taken a noticeably different direction from the sultry glamour we have come to expect.
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As we know, underwear is outerwear at this festival, so you won't be surprised to see the Argentine-Spanish model draping her Intimissimi brown silk shirt over the brand's Pretty Flowers Sofia balconette bra.
She paired them with Giambattista Valli high-waisted white jeans, and I can't help thinking the chocolate brown and white palette was inspired by her Hermès Himalayan Birkin.
Celine sunglasses, nude Le Silla pumps and Pasquale Bruni jewels completing her look.

#white #rodr

The opening week of fall sports was a busy one. Local volleyball teams played multiple games and Astoria soccer teams took the pitch for the first time. Here's what happened on the field and on the court.
Volleyball teams show improvement
Improvement looks to be the name of the game for local volleyball teams.
Seaside, Knappa and Jewell flashed moments of good play during their first official weeks on the court. The Seagulls, under new coach Nicole Aydt, look to be coming into their own. After rebuilding the program behind freshmen, the Seagulls won just one game over the last two seasons.
Now, with many of the players entering their third year in the program, the Lady Gulls' improvement looks to be real. The Seagulls had a solid showing at last Saturday's seven team tournament at Warrenton. Seaside and Warrenton played two great matches against each other including a three-set thriller in the semi-finals. After struggling last season to maintain points, the Seagulls defense, passing and serving was very solid. Junior libero Chloe Baker served great against Warrenton and her defense helped the Seagulls all day Saturday. Senior captain Autumn Fenton and juniors Araya Edwards, Sophia Saso and Tiera Spivey make up a solid group of building blocks for Seaside.

#seagulls #volleyball #played

Claire Foy attended the premiere of her upcoming film, Ink, which opens the 2026 Venice Film Festival this evening.
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After wearing Bottega Veneta for both her arrival and this morning's photocall, we had a feeling Claire would stay with the house for the premiere. And she did, wearing a red Bottega Veneta gown with Swarovski jewellery.
Let's start with the positives. I love the colour. Red was a bold choice for the opening night of the festival, and I also like the idea behind the knotted detail at the waist, which should have defined the silhouette. But the execution really lets this down.
Dare I say, it looks a little sloppy. This would have worked better had the bodice been more fitted through the waist, as the excess fabric bunching above the knot makes the dress look like two separate pieces.

#premiere #venice

A football player of William Jewell College passed away on Saturday following his collapse on the sidelines of the school's season-opener game just minutes after he scored a touchdown, the school said.
Junior running back MicahJo Barnett received medical help at Greene Stadium and was then transported to the nearest hospital by an ambulance, where he was declared dead. Liberty authorities said the medical team responded to the player 20 minutes after kickoff but provided no other details. He was 21 years old.
The game against Fort Lewis College, another NCAA Division II squad, was stopped and later canceled. Barnett scored the touchdown by running for 1 yard with 5:15 left in the first quarter, and play was interrupted with 4:32 remaining after Fort Lewis punts went out of bounds, according to online match statistics. He gained 30 yards in six carries, and William Jewell led the score 7-0.
"William Jewell College and the Liberty community mourn the passing of MicahJo Barnett. Our thoughts and prayers are with MicahJo's family, teammates, friends, coaches, and faculty and staff," said the school in its statement. Liberty Fire EMS stated that Barnett showed seizure-like symptoms, as reported by Fox4 KC.
The cause of death is still not clear. A college spokeswoman told Newsweek that Barnett had no known pre-existing condition that could have prevented him from playing, and that no further information about the nature or cause of the emergency is available at this time. Barnett was enrolled in the business administration program and was connected to Liberty, the city where William Jewell's campus is located. While being a senior at Liberty North, he helped the Eagles win a Missouri state championship.

#liberty #lewis #player

MicahJo Barnett, a running back at William Jewell College, died after suffering a medical emergency during a football game on Saturday, Aug. 29
The game was suspended after paramedics transported the 20-year-old to a hospital, where he was **** ounced dead
Barnett was a junior business major, a standout high school athlete and an Academic All-Great Lakes Valley Conference honoree
A 20-year-old Missouri college football player died after suffering a medical emergency soon after he scored a touchdown during his team's season opener.
William Jewell College in Liberty, Mo., announced on Saturday, Aug. 29, that running back MicahJo Barnett died earlier that day after experiencing a medical emergency.

#barnett #medical #micahjo #saturday

William Jewell College running back MicahJo Barnett scored a touchdown in the first quarter of the Division II program's season opener against Fort Lewis College in Liberty, Missouri, on Saturday.
Barnett celebrated in the end zone with his teammates, and nothing appeared amiss. Shortly afterward, however, the game was suspended.
"Heartbreaking scene at William Jewell," Fox4 Kansas City's Harold R. Kuntz reported on X. "Play was suspended in the 1st quarter after a player, according to Liberty Fire EMS, suffered seizure-like symptoms. Happened on sideline. Awaiting word on health of player. Prayers to the Jewell Cardinals and their family."
Barnett was rushed to a local hospital, where he was ****** ounced dead, according to the Kansas City Star. William Jewell College also confirmed Barnett's death. In addition to playing on the football team, Barnett was a junior business administration major at Jewell.
"I want to say that we appreciate the response that we received from the sheriff's office, the police department, the EMS department, the physician for the team, everybody responded so quickly, so well," William Jewell College interim president Dr. Dave Van Horn said.

#college

William Jewell announced that junior running back MicahJo Barnett has died. Barnett appeared to suffer a medical emergency on the sideline during the Cardinals' home opener against Fort Lewis on Saturday.
"William Jewell College and the Liberty, Missouri community mourn the passing of Micah Jo Barnett," the school wrote in a statement. "Our thoughts and prayers are with Micah Jo's family, our students, the Cardinal Football family, and the rest of our community during this time of loss."
Per the school, a vigil to honor Barnett will be held Saturday night.
Play was suspended in the first quarter on Saturday after Barnett began suffering from what Liberty Fire EMS called "seizure-like symptoms," via Fox4 KC's Harold R. Kuntz. The game was later called off, with Kuntz reporting that Jewell players were emotional as they left the facility.
Barnett, who is from Liberty and attended Liberty North High School, was majoring in business administration, per the athletic department's website. After playing in eight games as a freshman, he started in five games last season before suffering a season-ending injury. Barnett also received all-Great Lakes Valley Conference academic honors last season.

#jewell #micah

Aryna Sabalenka put her incredible athletic physique on full display as she swapped the tennis court for a glamorous night out in New York City.
The 28-year-old tennis champion showcased her seriously toned legs in a thigh-skimming bubblegum pink mini dress as she celebrated being named Moroccanoil's new global ambassador at Le Jardin Sur Madison on August 27.
The playful mini featured a high neckline, capped sleeves and artfully ruched detailing around the hips, finishing high above the knee to reveal the powerful legs that have helped make Aryna one of the most formidable players in women's tennis.
Aryna Sabalenka celebrates becoming a new global ambassador for Moroccanoil (@ Getty Images for Moroccanoil)
She kept her accessories understated, adding delicate jewellery and simple white thong sandals, while her long blonde hair was worn in loose, beachy waves.

#high #york

NaLyssa Smith has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 season, the Las Vegas Aces announced Thursday. Smith, one of the Aces' starters and a key part of last year's championship team, suffered a non-contact left leg injury against the Toronto Tempo on Sunday and left the game immediately.
Smith was the fourth-leading scorer on the Aces' active roster with 11.7 points per game and was the second-leading rebounder with 6.4 per contest. She was also leading the WNBA in field-goal percentage (63.8 percent). By most advanced metrics, she was the most valuable player on Las Vegas outside the big three of A'ja Wilson, Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray.
"Lyss is a soldier," Wilson said postgame Sunday. "God has his hands on her, and we're going to continue to be beside her through this whole process."
The Aces acquired Smith on June 30 last season. She joined the starting lineup one game later, and the team went 21-5 the rest of the way before winning a third **** le in five seasons.
The team now has a gaping hole at the power forward slot. Head coach Becky Hammon often closes with a small lineup, with either Gray or Jewell Loyd playing the 4 on defense. However, for the rest of the game, Brianna Turner and Cheyenne Parker-Tyus are closer to centers; Turner has offensive limitations while Hammon doesn't appear to trust Parker-Tyus' defense. Rookie Justine **** ott seems unlikely to gain a larger role in the rotation, as she has played only 81 minutes in 2026 thus far.

#game #team #wilson

An Indian jewellery brand has removed their new advertisement for the upcoming festival of Rakshabandhan, also known as Rakhi, after backlash over the outfit worn by the female lead.
The ad featured popular Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon celebrating the Hindu festival in which sisters tie a thread called Rakhi over their brothers' wrists.
Sanon, who is seen in a cropped top, skirt and a drape, addressed her critics on Tuesday night saying "culture and traditions are in a woman's heart, not in her neckline!"
The row started earlier on Tuesday after actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut called the ad "intentionally creepy" and asked why someone would tie a Rakhi dressed in a bikini.
In her comments posted on social media, Ranaut did not name Sanon, but appeared to be referring to the actor.

#rakhi #ranaut #called

Retail sales in Canada rose 0.6% to C$74.3bn ($53.67bn) in June 2026, with seven of nine sub-sectors recording higher sales, according to Statistics Canada.
Core retail sales, which exclude gasoline stations and fuel vendors, as well as motor vehicle and parts dealers, increased 1.2% during the month, marking their second consecutive monthly rise.
Seasonally adjusted retail e-commerce sales climbed 9.9% to C$5.7bn in June.
Online sales accounted for 7.7% of total retail trade, compared with 7.1% in May.
General merchandise retailers posted a 2.7% increase while sales at clothing, clothing accessories, jewellery, leather goods, luggage and shoe retailers climbed 3.1%.

#sales #canada #climbed #statistics

For the second time in a week, the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Las Vegas Aces, 92-87, in what could be a preview of the WNBA Finals.
The defeat dropped the Aces to third place in the league standings at 24-12. The defending WNBA champions are now five games behind the top-seeded Lynx (29-7) and 1.5 games back from the Golden State Valkyries (24-9) with eight games remaining in the regular season.
Olivia Miles led Minnesota with 23 points, 8 ***** ists, 4 rebounds and 1 steal. Napheesa Collier followed with 19 points while grabbing 6 boards. Natasha Howard and Kayla McBride each scored 13 points, and Howard snared 11 rebounds. Courtney Williams and Nia Coffey both contributed 12 points, with Coffey shooting 4-of-5 on 3-pointers.
After going into halftime tied 48-48, the Lynx ran out to a 62-52 lead midway through the third quarter on a 3 by Coffey. But the Aces went on an 10-2 run capped by a Jewell Loyd 3-pointer to cut the deficit to 64-62 with 1:49 remaining in the quarter. Coffey then hit consecutive 3s to put Minnesota back ahead 72-64 and two Miles free throws restored the 10-point margin.
In the fourth, Las Vegas closed to within 74-73 with 7:27 left in regulation, but Collier sank 3s on the Lynx's next two possessions to put them back ahead by seven points. The Aces twice cut Minnesota's lead to four points and made it a 90-87 game on a Chelsea Gray 3-pointer with 11.3 seconds remaining. But two free throws by Collier clinched the win.

#lynx #collier #back #vegas

Malaysia's Sultan Abdullah and former actress Julia Rais' daughter Princess Ilyana of Malaysia, 29, married British racing driver Christopher Froggatt, 32, over the weekend.
The couple gathered their friends and family in Kuala Lumpur, where the bride walked down the aisle in a heavily embroidered column wedding dress by Malaysian designer Radzuan Radziwill. Features included long sleeves, puff shoulders and an embellished skirt, which tied in with Ilyana's glittering bridal jewellery.
As well as an heirloom necklace that fell in the same V-neck as her dress, the bride wore a sentimental tiara that had been in the family for generations – but she opted for the newly-tweaked version.
According to the Royal Watcher, the Queen Azizah Diamond Tiara was originally acquired from the Belgian jeweller Wolfers in Brussels, but it has been loaned to brides such as Tengku Nurul Kamalia for her 2008 wedding to Dato Ahmad Najmi and Puteri Afzan Shakira when she married Khairul Fahmy in 2015.
Three years later, the original design underwent a makeover for the Sultan's daughter Tengku Puteri Iman Afzan's wedding to Tengku Dato Sri Abu Bakar Ahmad in 2018, with three diamond stars added to the middle section for a more striking overall appearance.

#tiara #three

Queen Mary commissioned the lover's knot in 1913 as a replica of her grandmother Princess Augusta of Hesse-Kassel's tiara
It was passed down to Queen Elizabeth, later loaned to Princess Diana and is now a favorite of Kate Middleton
The tiara features diamonds, baroque pearls, and designer Garrard's signature Sovereign motif
The royal family has no shortage of dazzling jewels in their collection, including an array of crowns and tiaras worn by Queen Elizabeth.
Among the mix of family jewels is the Lover's Knot Tiara, which was originally commissioned by Queen Mary in the early 1900s as a replica of her grandmother Princess Augusta of Hesse-Kassel's tiara. The dazzling tiara was designed by luxury jeweler Garrard, the former Crown Jeweller. The headpiece features a combination of diamonds and baroque pearls and invokes the designer's signature Sovereign motif.

#queen #princess #hesse #sovereign

Isla Fisher looked incredible as she slipped into a plunging black swimsuit for a sun-soaked day by the pool.
The Confessions of a Shopaholic star, who celebrated her 50th birthday earlier this year, showed off her toned physique in the chic one-piece as she relaxed on a lounger with friends.
Sharing a series of images from the outing on Instagram, Isla appeared in high spirits as she sat cross-legged beside the pool, with her red hair swept into a relaxed updo.
Isla looks incredible in the plunging black swimsuit (Instagram)
The actress kept her poolside look effortlessly simple, accessorising with delicate jewellery while the plunging neckline and spaghetti straps of her swimsuit put the focus firmly on her sculpted figure.

#relaxed #fisher

The 2026 WNBA season continues to be a standout one for Notre Dame women's basketball alumnae, as Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride set a new league record Sunday, Aug. 9 for single-game 3-pointers with 10 in a 103-90 win against the Dallas Wings. The victory also helped the 27-7 Lynx become the first WNBA team to clinch a playoff spot this season.
McBride's barrage from beyond the arc moved her atop the leaderboard beyond a trio of fellow former Irish standouts in Toronto Tempo guard Marina Mabrey, Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale and Las Vegas Aces guard Jewell Loyd — as well as Aces guard Chelsea Gray, Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard and Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell — who are all tied for the previous record of nine 3-pointers in a game.
More: Marina Mabrey leads 5 former Notre Dame standouts at 2026 WNBA All-Star Game
Mabrey joined that club earlier this season during her WNBA record-tying 53-point game in June.
McBride's electric performance also gave her a new career high with 43 points, which places her tied with five others for 18th all-time for single-game scoring performances. McBride's previous season high in scoring was 37 points against the Phoenix Mercury in July, and her best 3-point scoring outburst this season was six, which happened in that same game against Phoenix then against the Seattle Storm just a week later.

#game #record #lynx

NEW YORK (AP) — Marine Johannes scored a career-high 27 points, hitting seven 3-pointers, and the New York Liberty routed the short-handed Las Vegas Aces 111-71 on Sunday.
The Aces (22-11) were playing the second-half of a brutal back-to-back that had them in Minnesota on Saturday and facing the Liberty less than 24 hours later. A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young all missed the New York game to rest.
With the trio out, Las Vegas was missing 57 points per game. Brianna Turner, Dana Evans and Jewell Loyd took their places in the starting lineup and couldn't make up for the lost production. The three new starters combined for eight points.
New York (20-13) has won four straight and seven of its last eight games.
The Liberty went right at the Aces, scoring the first five points of the game. They were up 24-15 after the first quarter and led 50-39 at the half. New York put the game away to start the third quarter, scoring the first seven points, five by Rebecca Allen. Las Vegas didn't score for the first 5:37 of the third quarter until NaLyssa Smith made a layup.

#points #aces #game

Princess Leonor looked effortlessly elegant as she joined Queen LetiziaKing Felipe, Queen Sofía and her younger sister, Infanta Sofía, for a relaxed family dinner in Mallorca on Friday evening.
The Spanish heir to the throne, 20, stepped out for the annual summer gathering at Mia restaurant in Palma, proving once again why she has become one of Europe's most-watched young royals.
Leonor embraced Mediterranean glamour in a flowing halterneck maxi dress featuring an intricate blue, turquoise and pink print. She paired the look with navy espadrille wedges, a vibrant pink clutch bag and silver statement bracelets, while wearing her glossy brunette hair loose in soft waves.
Crown Princess Leonor of Spain (L) and Princess Sofia of Spain (R) attend a family dinner at the Mia restaurant (Getty Images)
The princess was photographed arriving alongside her sister, Infanta Sofía, 19, who opted for a breezy off-the-shoulder white maxi dress decorated with cobalt blue botanical motifs. She completed her summery look with white espadrilles and understated jewellery.

#queen

Metro Bank One-Day Cup, Repton
Derbyshire 315-5 (50 overs): Guest 108*, Jewell 84; Douthwaite 3-66
Glamorgan 271 (47.3 overs): Horton 81, Ul Hassan 61; Potts 4-39
Derbyshire won by 44 runs
Scorecard; Table

#repton #jewell #douthwaite #horton

Because Florence Pugh is one of Marvel's biggest current stars, and her character, Yelena Belova, plays a role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, it wasn't much of a surprise to see her on the red carpet for the London premiere.
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The British actress has been on an exceptional run of late, so I was delighted to see that continue in this Tamara Ralph Spring 2026 Couture dress.
Remember when I used to cry tears of frustration over Florence's red-carpet choices? Tonight, they were tears of joy as she glided onto the red carpet in this silver bugle-bead fringe gown with its dramatic winged neckline. I'll admit my mind initially wandered to Harris Reed, but Tamara Ralph's execution has a lighter, more fluid elegance, less theatrical feel.
A gown embellished with silver crystal Xilions hardly called for additional jewellery, yet her Bvlgari pieces, particularly the emerald earrings and matching ring, added another layer of glamour.

#tamara #tears #gown #belova

Kelsey Plum's two-season tenure with the Los Angeles Sparks is likely coming to an end, per LA Times reporter Marisa Ingemi. Ingemi reported that the Sparks will most likely trade Plum by Sunday's midseason trade deadline, and that they've gotten interest from across the league.
Plum is in the midst of a historic offensive season, albeit an injury-riddled one. She's averaging 23.9 points and 6.4 **** ists, while shooting 52.7% from the field. All of those numbers are career highs. She's also shooting 38.3% from three, her highest mark since 2023. But she's appeared in just 12 of 27 games as she's dealt with an ankle and a lower leg injury. The Sparks are currently out of the playoff mix, holding a 10-17 record and losers of 6 straight games.
Plum signed a one-year, $999,999 contract ahead of the season, after being traded to LA from Las Vegas in a three-team trade that saw the Seattle Storm get the No. 2 pick (and Li Yueru), and Las Vegas acquire Jewell Loyd. While Plum has individually excelled since arriving in Los Angeles, the team missed out on the playoffs in Year 1 and appears on track to do so again.

#trade #angeles

LAS VEGAS, Nev. - The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Portland Fire, 98-83, at Michelob ULTRA Arena on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, and The Sporting Tribune's RJ Forbus was there to capture the following TST Images.
Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) follows through on her three-point basket against the Portland Fire on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
RJ Forbus - The Sporting Tribune
Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) follows through on her three-point basket against the Portland Fire on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Las Vegas Aces guard Jewell Loyd (24) reacts after scoring a three-point basket against the Portland Fire on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

#vegas #aces #FIRE #july

MADRID, July 23 (Reuters) - Spanish former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero said on Thursday that €1.3 million ($1.5 million) of jewellery seized by ‌police as part of an investigation was a personal gift he ‌received years ago and was never intended for financial gain.
Zapatero, who was prime minister from 2004 to 2011 and remains an influential figure in the governing Socialist Party, is under investigation over alleged influence-peddling, accusations he denies. The case is one of a series of corruption scandals affecting the party and piling political pressure on Prime ‌Minister Pedro Sanchez's government.
In his ⁠first interview since being placed under investigation two months ago, Zapatero told Spanish public broadcaster TVE that the jewels found ⁠during a search of his office were "a personal courtesy gift" that had been stored for years with other family valuables.
The jewels were unrelated to his political activities and their origin and handling would be fully explained before a judge, he said. ‌He rejected suggestions they reflected any attempt at personal enrichment.
Investigating Judge Jose Luis Calama opened a separate probe into the jewellery, whose origin remains undocumented, according to investigators. An auction house provisionally valued them at about €1.3 million ($1.5 million), though Zapatero disputes that estimate.

#investigation #personal

By Manoj ******* ar and Shivangi Acharya
NEW DELHI, July 15 (Reuters) - India and Britain's trade pact took effect on Wednesday, cutting tariffs on thousands of goods and expanding market access for services firms and ‌professionals in both countries.
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement gives Indian exporters duty-free access to most ‌British tariff lines, benefiting sectors such as textiles, leather, footwear, marine products, gems and jewellery, and processed foods.
Britain, meanwhile, gains greater access to one of the world's fastest-growing major economies through phased tariff cuts and quotas for sectors such as automobiles and silver, as well as openings in procurement, financial services, education, insurance and professional services.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a post on X that the trade pact and accompanying social security agreement would deepen economic ties and give "fresh momentum" to India's farmers, entrepreneurs ‌and small businesses.

Project B, the new global women's and men's basketball league, has named former Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields as its head of men's basketball.
The league made the announcement Thursday morning, adding that Fields will oversee men's player recruitment and team operations and work closely with the league's chief basketball officer Alana Beard.
"Landry understands the game from every angle," Beard, the No. 2 pick in the 2004 WNBA draft, said in a statement distributed by the league. "He's been a player, he's built teams, and he knows culture doesn't happen by accident."
The league has already started rolling out its women's circuit, and so far about a dozen women's basketball players have said they'll be participating, including Dallas Wings rookie Azzi Fudd, former WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike, Alyssa Thomas, Jonquel Jones, Jewell Loyd and Seattle Storm rookie Awa Fam. Many young players from around the world are also expected to play.
Project B will feature six teams with 11 players and plans to barnstorm across Europe and Asia. Valencia, Spain, and Tokyo have already been announced as two of the host cities. It will debut early next year, with the men's and women's circuits running together from January-April.

Michelle Obama took to the stage at the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture in New Orleans for a live conversation with Keke Palmer celebrating the launch of IMO: The Look, her new podcast series exploring personal style, identity and self-expression.
And I have to say, I'm loving this chapter of Michelle. Whether she's promoting a new project, appearing at cultural events or simply stepping back into the spotlight more often, every appearance feels like a reminder of why she remains one of the most admired women in the world. She continues to inspire through her words, her confidence and, of course, her fashion.
For the occasion, she wore a Proenza Schouler Fall 2026 dress styled by Thomas Christos Kikis, our favourite stylist, who has been behind so many of Gabrielle Union's standout fashion moments.
The strength of this Proenza Schouler dress lies in the contrast. The clean, sleeveless bodice provides a sleek foundation, while the asymmetric skirt panel, trimmed with fringe and scattered embellishments, gives the dress its identity. Without it, this would have been a beautifully cut black dress. With it, the look has personality,
Black pumps, delicate jewellery and Michelle's confidence did the rest. This is one of those looks that feels good on the runway, but finds its true purpose on the right woman. Michelle gave it the presence it needed.

Anya Taylor-Joy attended a photocall for the launch of Lucky at Raffles London at The OWO this afternoon.
I know some of you aren't fans of these lingerie-inspired looks from the Tom Ford Spring 2026 collection, but there are people walking around London today wearing a lot less. Trust me, it really is that hot.
Anya wore a pale blue and black lace dress from the collection, having previously chosen the longer black version of the design for the Marrakech International Film Festival closing ceremony back in December. I actually like this shorter interpretation. It feels fresh, light and perfectly suited to today's soaring temperatures.
We're used to seeing Anya bring a sense of storytelling to the red carpet, but today was all about dressing for the heatwave, and she got it exactly right.
Black sandals and Tiffany & Co. jewellery and black sandals completed her look.

Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon's romance has finally gone Instagram-official.
Snaps from their evening together at Taylor Swift's star-studded New York City wedding to Travis Kelce were posted to the platform by their hairstylist Laurie Zanoletti on Monday.
The couple, who have been dating since 2022, held each other close while glammed up in coordinated all-black outfits, before heading to Madison Square Garden on Friday.
"My favourite lovers inesdrmn & Brad Pitt for an incredible moment in NYC," Zanoletti captioned the post.
Pitt sported a classic suit and bow tie, accessorised with black sunglasses and his hair styled to one side.
Ramon donned a lace form-fitting dress and accessorised with teardrop earrings. The jewellery designer's hair was styled in a high ponytail.