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Dorinda Medley is selling a rare 3.689-acre parcel of her iconic Blue Stone Manor estate in the Berkshires for $1.2 million
The RHONY alum and Golden Life star tells PEOPLE she decided to list the Massachusetts parcel while planning her estate and thinking about daughter Hannah's future
Medley also reflects on Blue Stone Manor's lasting Bravo legacy, her late husband Richard's surprise purchase of the home and the millions they spent restoring it
Blue Stone Manor has long been one of the most famous homes in the Bravo universe. Now, for the first time, one lucky buyer will have the chance to become part of it.
PEOPLE can exclusively reveal that Dorinda Medley is selling just under 3.7 acres from her famed Great Barrington, Mass., estate for $1.2 million — a rare opportunity that will allow a buyer to build a home on land that's long been part of the iconic property, with the Real Housewives of New York City alum's beloved Tudor mansion serving as its backdrop.
#stone #dorinda #people
The RHONY alum and Golden Life star tells PEOPLE she decided to list the Massachusetts parcel while planning her estate and thinking about daughter Hannah's future
Medley also reflects on Blue Stone Manor's lasting Bravo legacy, her late husband Richard's surprise purchase of the home and the millions they spent restoring it
Blue Stone Manor has long been one of the most famous homes in the Bravo universe. Now, for the first time, one lucky buyer will have the chance to become part of it.
PEOPLE can exclusively reveal that Dorinda Medley is selling just under 3.7 acres from her famed Great Barrington, Mass., estate for $1.2 million — a rare opportunity that will allow a buyer to build a home on land that's long been part of the iconic property, with the Real Housewives of New York City alum's beloved Tudor mansion serving as its backdrop.
#stone #dorinda #people
2 hours ago
Meghan Markle attended a screening for the Cookie Queens documentary in Los Angeles
The ***** ss of Sussex and Prince Harry are executive producers on the documentary, which follows a group of Girl Scouts through cookie-selling season
During a Q&A, Meghan shared what her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, "loved" about the process
Meghan Markle's involvement with Cookie Queens came with a bonus perk for her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The ***** ss of Sussex, 44, and her husband, Prince Harry, 41, served as executive producers on the documentary, set for a theatrical release on Aug. 7, which follows a group of Girl Scouts through the competitive whirlwind of their annual cookie-selling season. On Tuesday, July 28, Meghan attended a special screening of the film in Los Angeles, and she and director Alysa Nahmias answered questions from the audience about what drew them to the project.
#prince #documentary #queens #angeles
The ***** ss of Sussex and Prince Harry are executive producers on the documentary, which follows a group of Girl Scouts through cookie-selling season
During a Q&A, Meghan shared what her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, "loved" about the process
Meghan Markle's involvement with Cookie Queens came with a bonus perk for her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The ***** ss of Sussex, 44, and her husband, Prince Harry, 41, served as executive producers on the documentary, set for a theatrical release on Aug. 7, which follows a group of Girl Scouts through the competitive whirlwind of their annual cookie-selling season. On Tuesday, July 28, Meghan attended a special screening of the film in Los Angeles, and she and director Alysa Nahmias answered questions from the audience about what drew them to the project.
#prince #documentary #queens #angeles
4 hours ago
For nearly two decades, Mike Tomlin was the steadying anchor of the Pittsburgh Steelers franchise. But as the team endured years of postseason frustration, former Steelers safety Ryan Clark found himself facing one of the most agonizing moments of his broadcasting career: suggesting on national television that Pittsburgh and Tomlin needed a mutual fresh start.
Appearing on the "Not Just Football with Cam Heyward" podcast with his former teammate, Cameron Heyward, Clark opened up about the emotional toll of offering that critique.
"One of the hardest things I did in TV was maybe a year or two ago, saying I thought that the Steelers and Mike Tomlin should have a conversation about him leaving. I was very clear, I was like, Mike Tomlin is unfireable, I don't believe he should be fired. But I do believe that maybe the Steelers and Mike T, if a Super Bowl is the goal, could benefit from a conversation about is this the right thing going forward," Clark explained.
The comment triggered intense backlash from both ends of a divided fan base.
"In the same conversation I got from the people that hated him, 'What you mean he's unfireable?' And then from the people that loved him, 'You said Coach should be fired!' Tell me how those two things correlate, you dummies," Clark noted.
#tomlin
Appearing on the "Not Just Football with Cam Heyward" podcast with his former teammate, Cameron Heyward, Clark opened up about the emotional toll of offering that critique.
"One of the hardest things I did in TV was maybe a year or two ago, saying I thought that the Steelers and Mike Tomlin should have a conversation about him leaving. I was very clear, I was like, Mike Tomlin is unfireable, I don't believe he should be fired. But I do believe that maybe the Steelers and Mike T, if a Super Bowl is the goal, could benefit from a conversation about is this the right thing going forward," Clark explained.
The comment triggered intense backlash from both ends of a divided fan base.
"In the same conversation I got from the people that hated him, 'What you mean he's unfireable?' And then from the people that loved him, 'You said Coach should be fired!' Tell me how those two things correlate, you dummies," Clark noted.
#tomlin
5 hours ago
Troy Polamalu is revered in Pittsburgh Steelers lore as an instinctive football genius. But behind his Hall of Fame highlight reel was safety partner Ryan Clark, who routinely had to fix the backend coverages Polamalu abandoned when following his instincts.
Appearing on the "Not Just Football with Cam Heyward" podcast with Cam Heyward, Clark revealed what it was really like playing in tandem with Polamalu. Clark recalled a specific game against the Oakland Raiders where Polamalu decided to abandon his ******* igned quarter coverage to jump a short route.
"Troy comes up to me and goes, 'RC, we get that formation again. I'mma jump the hitch.' Whoa, Troy, that means that ******* ody's going to be on the seam, Troy. No one's covering the tight end on the go. He tells me, 'They'll never throw it.' So now I'm effed up. I'm playing the middle like a dummy. We get the formation? Exactly what he thought. They run the formation. He take off 43, to the hitch. Guess what they threw? The seam," Clark recounted.
Despite the occasional broken ******* ignment, Clark never voiced frustration to Polamalu or defensive coordinator ******* LeBeau. Clark recognized that restricting Polamalu's freedom would ultimately weaken the team.
"And I never complained to him cuz I never wanted him to feel, cuz he loved me so much, I never want him to feel that him doing and being who God made him to be took away from my ability to feed my family," Clark explained. "You can't tell somebody who can fly, right, to wear a weighted vest. It would have made us a worse team."
#Football
Appearing on the "Not Just Football with Cam Heyward" podcast with Cam Heyward, Clark revealed what it was really like playing in tandem with Polamalu. Clark recalled a specific game against the Oakland Raiders where Polamalu decided to abandon his ******* igned quarter coverage to jump a short route.
"Troy comes up to me and goes, 'RC, we get that formation again. I'mma jump the hitch.' Whoa, Troy, that means that ******* ody's going to be on the seam, Troy. No one's covering the tight end on the go. He tells me, 'They'll never throw it.' So now I'm effed up. I'm playing the middle like a dummy. We get the formation? Exactly what he thought. They run the formation. He take off 43, to the hitch. Guess what they threw? The seam," Clark recounted.
Despite the occasional broken ******* ignment, Clark never voiced frustration to Polamalu or defensive coordinator ******* LeBeau. Clark recognized that restricting Polamalu's freedom would ultimately weaken the team.
"And I never complained to him cuz I never wanted him to feel, cuz he loved me so much, I never want him to feel that him doing and being who God made him to be took away from my ability to feed my family," Clark explained. "You can't tell somebody who can fly, right, to wear a weighted vest. It would have made us a worse team."
#Football
5 hours ago
By Phil Stewart
July 29 (Reuters) - The top U.S. commander for the Middle East has warned troops that cellphone videos shared online can help Iran target American bases, and sources told Reuters some deployed personnel could soon be ordered to surrender their phones.
Any crackdown on mobile communications would add a new dimension to the conflict for the thousands of U.S. troops in the region, many of whom still rely on phones to periodically message loved ones and **** ure them they are well.
Admiral Brad Cooper, in a previously unreported letter, said Iran was benefiting from being able to see the success or failure of its strikes in near real-time by searching news reports or online posts by journalists referencing "reactions, photos, and footage from the cellphones of our troops."
"The direct, unavoidable cost of this open-source intelligence could be measured in the lives of American service members and civilian residents in targeted Gulf countries," Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, wrote in his July 28 letter, a copy of which was obtained by Reuters.
#troops #american #online #phil
July 29 (Reuters) - The top U.S. commander for the Middle East has warned troops that cellphone videos shared online can help Iran target American bases, and sources told Reuters some deployed personnel could soon be ordered to surrender their phones.
Any crackdown on mobile communications would add a new dimension to the conflict for the thousands of U.S. troops in the region, many of whom still rely on phones to periodically message loved ones and **** ure them they are well.
Admiral Brad Cooper, in a previously unreported letter, said Iran was benefiting from being able to see the success or failure of its strikes in near real-time by searching news reports or online posts by journalists referencing "reactions, photos, and footage from the cellphones of our troops."
"The direct, unavoidable cost of this open-source intelligence could be measured in the lives of American service members and civilian residents in targeted Gulf countries," Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, wrote in his July 28 letter, a copy of which was obtained by Reuters.
#troops #american #online #phil
8 hours ago
A Grade II-listed house in Windsor Great Park, Royal Lodge served as a childhood country retreat for the late Queen Elizabeth. For Her Majesty, the Georgian-style estate, which boasts 30 rooms, a swimming pool, chapel, and several cottages, held many childhood memories, and to this day, Y Bwthyn Bach – the two-storey thatched playhouse gifted to Elizabeth in 1932 – stands on its 98 acres of land.
The Royal Lodge was a childhood country retreat for Queen Elizabeth II (left) and Princess Margaret (right) (Getty)
While the late Queen spent her final years at Windsor Castle, and of course, her beloved Balmoral Castle, Royal Lodge remained in use, and from 2004 to 2026, was the home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson.
The property has remained empty ever since King Charles' disgraced brother was evicted from his home of 24 years in February following a string of scandals, including concern over his friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Following his arrest on 19 February, Andrew, 66, is facing allegations of misconduct in public office, with police investigating claims that he shared confidential information during his appointment as the UK's trade envoy.
#elizabeth #castle
The Royal Lodge was a childhood country retreat for Queen Elizabeth II (left) and Princess Margaret (right) (Getty)
While the late Queen spent her final years at Windsor Castle, and of course, her beloved Balmoral Castle, Royal Lodge remained in use, and from 2004 to 2026, was the home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson.
The property has remained empty ever since King Charles' disgraced brother was evicted from his home of 24 years in February following a string of scandals, including concern over his friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Following his arrest on 19 February, Andrew, 66, is facing allegations of misconduct in public office, with police investigating claims that he shared confidential information during his appointment as the UK's trade envoy.
#elizabeth #castle
9 hours ago
Bubbly, bright and with a shining inner strength that won her a career on the screen, Suzanne Somers was one of the '70s most beloved stars, thanks in big part to a memorable role in Three's Company. We've sadly since parted with one of the decade's defining stars but her son Bruce Jr. has clearly inherited some of his mother's talent for show business.
Read on to find out more about Suzanne's journey to success, her first marriage that welcomed son Bruce and lasting love that included a marriage of almost 50 years...
Suzanne Somers had several roles throughout the '60s and '70s before finding star success
Born on 16 October 1946, Suzanne Somers made her screen debut with a series of uncredited roles in the late '60s.
In 1974, Lotsa Luck! gave her a named casting as Gloria and her fame grew with guest roles on The Love Boat, Starsky and Hutch and The Six Million Dollar Man.
#somers #love #bubbly
Read on to find out more about Suzanne's journey to success, her first marriage that welcomed son Bruce and lasting love that included a marriage of almost 50 years...
Suzanne Somers had several roles throughout the '60s and '70s before finding star success
Born on 16 October 1946, Suzanne Somers made her screen debut with a series of uncredited roles in the late '60s.
In 1974, Lotsa Luck! gave her a named casting as Gloria and her fame grew with guest roles on The Love Boat, Starsky and Hutch and The Six Million Dollar Man.
#somers #love #bubbly
9 hours ago
Former Georgia Tech coach Josh Pastner has a habit of, let's say, awkward speech. No one doubts his intelligence. He finished at Arizona in 2 1/2 years, despite being a walk-on on the basketball team and having, for all intents and purposes, a part-time coaching job.
It takes a tremendous amount of intelligence and discipline to do that.
But he does at times say awkward things. At one point, he set up his voicemail with a riff on being positive that lasted at least a minute. On another, he spoke of wanting to live to 120 because he loved college basketball so much.
And just within the last few days, Pastner, now at UNLV, said he was looking for "an owner" for his basketball program.
That caused a bit of an uproar, so Pastner had to put out a statement about it, and here's what he said:
#pastner #Tech
It takes a tremendous amount of intelligence and discipline to do that.
But he does at times say awkward things. At one point, he set up his voicemail with a riff on being positive that lasted at least a minute. On another, he spoke of wanting to live to 120 because he loved college basketball so much.
And just within the last few days, Pastner, now at UNLV, said he was looking for "an owner" for his basketball program.
That caused a bit of an uproar, so Pastner had to put out a statement about it, and here's what he said:
#pastner #Tech
9 hours ago
Ever wonder where A-list actors get their start? Often, it's not under the spotlight but behind the scenes, blending into crowds and delivering silent performances. These now-household names paid their dues in the background before nabbing leading roles and Oscar gold. From iconic action heroes to beloved comedic stars, here are the familiar faces who once started out as background actors and how each made their way to center stage.
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Before he was an action icon, Bruce Willis appeared in countless film and TV projects as an uncredited extra, including a background role as a courtroom observer in the Oscar-nominated legal drama The Verdict, as reported by Backstage. These early experiences paved the way for his breakthrough television role as wisecracking detective David Addison on Moonlighting, the series that first turned him into a household name, according to Britannica.
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Evangeline Lilly's path to fame started quietly, as she took on small, non-speaking parts on shows like Smallville and Kingdom Hospital before ever landing a credited role, as reported by TVOvermind. It was her role as Kate Austen on the ABC drama Lost that catapulted her to fame, with producers casting the relative newcomer over dozens of more experienced actresses who read for the part, according to CBR. Today, she's a leading action star with a loyal fanbase.
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Before he was an action icon, Bruce Willis appeared in countless film and TV projects as an uncredited extra, including a background role as a courtroom observer in the Oscar-nominated legal drama The Verdict, as reported by Backstage. These early experiences paved the way for his breakthrough television role as wisecracking detective David Addison on Moonlighting, the series that first turned him into a household name, according to Britannica.
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Evangeline Lilly's path to fame started quietly, as she took on small, non-speaking parts on shows like Smallville and Kingdom Hospital before ever landing a credited role, as reported by TVOvermind. It was her role as Kate Austen on the ABC drama Lost that catapulted her to fame, with producers casting the relative newcomer over dozens of more experienced actresses who read for the part, according to CBR. Today, she's a leading action star with a loyal fanbase.
#actors
11 hours ago
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have often been compared to Prince William and Kate Middleton. Recently, a royal expert revealed a major difference between the two royal couples. While they praised the Wales pair for maintaining "authenticity," they insisted the Sussexes allegedly lack that quality. They highlighted why people reportedly couldn't build trust around Markle and Harry.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry reportedly lack one key aspect compared to Prince William and Kate Middleton. A royal commentator and PR expert, Sharon Williams of Taurus Marketing, told News24 how different the two royal couples have been. According to her, the Sussexes often "swap and change" in the public eye. Meanwhile, the Wales couple are said to be "authentic."
"[Markle and Harry] have become famous for the very fact that you don't know what you're going to get. You literally don't know what they're going to do next. So they've not built an authentic brand, or at least she hasn't," the expert said.
Furthermore, she insisted that people loved Harry because he was "Diana's son." After marrying Markle, things seemed to have changed, but the couple allegedly "haven't quite worked out what they are." Reportedly, people seemed "tired" of them because of their lack of "authenticity."
Meanwhile, Middleton and William have performed their duties with that quality. According to the royal expert, the Wales pair has always been "honorable" and "dedicated" to their roles. "They don't come out and say unusual, surprising things. They are an authentic brand, and you know what you're going to get," she added.
#middleton #wales
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry reportedly lack one key aspect compared to Prince William and Kate Middleton. A royal commentator and PR expert, Sharon Williams of Taurus Marketing, told News24 how different the two royal couples have been. According to her, the Sussexes often "swap and change" in the public eye. Meanwhile, the Wales couple are said to be "authentic."
"[Markle and Harry] have become famous for the very fact that you don't know what you're going to get. You literally don't know what they're going to do next. So they've not built an authentic brand, or at least she hasn't," the expert said.
Furthermore, she insisted that people loved Harry because he was "Diana's son." After marrying Markle, things seemed to have changed, but the couple allegedly "haven't quite worked out what they are." Reportedly, people seemed "tired" of them because of their lack of "authenticity."
Meanwhile, Middleton and William have performed their duties with that quality. According to the royal expert, the Wales pair has always been "honorable" and "dedicated" to their roles. "They don't come out and say unusual, surprising things. They are an authentic brand, and you know what you're going to get," she added.
#middleton #wales
11 hours ago
Elizabeth Hurley formed an opinion on Miley Cyrus way before they were introduced by Billy Ray Cyrus.
While appearing on Sirius XM's Andy Cohen Live, the Bedazzled actress, 61, revealed Miley was a well-known name in her house for years prior to her becoming her boyfriend's daughter. She recalled, "I'd never met her, but my son used to love Hannah Montana, so he loved Father Montana," speaking of her son Damian, who she shares with businessman Steve Bing.
"He loved Miley too, so I always knew who she was, and when he was a young teen, he used to love all her music," she continued. "I used to have to watch her music videos, like "Wrecking Ball," a zillion times with him, so we were very familiar with who she was, and I knew I was going to like her."
Since meeting the Grammy winner, the actress' thoughts haven't changed much.
"I do like her," Elizabeth said. "She's adorable."
#miley #actress #love #loved
While appearing on Sirius XM's Andy Cohen Live, the Bedazzled actress, 61, revealed Miley was a well-known name in her house for years prior to her becoming her boyfriend's daughter. She recalled, "I'd never met her, but my son used to love Hannah Montana, so he loved Father Montana," speaking of her son Damian, who she shares with businessman Steve Bing.
"He loved Miley too, so I always knew who she was, and when he was a young teen, he used to love all her music," she continued. "I used to have to watch her music videos, like "Wrecking Ball," a zillion times with him, so we were very familiar with who she was, and I knew I was going to like her."
Since meeting the Grammy winner, the actress' thoughts haven't changed much.
"I do like her," Elizabeth said. "She's adorable."
#miley #actress #love #loved
11 hours ago
Elsa Pataky is giving fans a peek into her family life away from the spotlight. She recently traveled to Kenya with her teenage daughter, India Rose. The actress loved every moment of their special mother-daughter getaway. Sharing rare photos of her children is a unique treat for her fans. Pataky and her husband, Chris Hemsworth, usually keep their private life quiet, making these new memories even more meaningful.
Photo Credit: elsapataky / Instagram
In a heartwarming Instagram carousel post, Elsa Pataky shared a carousel of rare pictures from her recent mother-daughter adventure in Kenya. She posted the photos on her official Instagram account, calling the trip "the adventure of a lifetime." The recap gave followers a glimpse into their time together in the beautiful Maasai Mara region.
The photos captured Pataky and her 14-year-old daughter, India Rose, exploring the stunning African wilderness side by side. In one photo, the pair enjoyed horseback riding across the wide-open savanna. Other snapshots showed them enjoying close encounters with majestic wildlife, including gentle elephants roaming nearby. They also spent cozy evenings gathered around a warm campfire with close friends under the night sky.
In her Instagram caption, Pataky expressed deep gratitude to the trip organizers and everyone who made the journey so special. She described the entire safari as an unforgettable experience filled with joy and wonder. Fans quickly flooded the comments to praise the rare, beautiful pictures of India Rose and the breathtaking scenery.
#fans
Photo Credit: elsapataky / Instagram
In a heartwarming Instagram carousel post, Elsa Pataky shared a carousel of rare pictures from her recent mother-daughter adventure in Kenya. She posted the photos on her official Instagram account, calling the trip "the adventure of a lifetime." The recap gave followers a glimpse into their time together in the beautiful Maasai Mara region.
The photos captured Pataky and her 14-year-old daughter, India Rose, exploring the stunning African wilderness side by side. In one photo, the pair enjoyed horseback riding across the wide-open savanna. Other snapshots showed them enjoying close encounters with majestic wildlife, including gentle elephants roaming nearby. They also spent cozy evenings gathered around a warm campfire with close friends under the night sky.
In her Instagram caption, Pataky expressed deep gratitude to the trip organizers and everyone who made the journey so special. She described the entire safari as an unforgettable experience filled with joy and wonder. Fans quickly flooded the comments to praise the rare, beautiful pictures of India Rose and the breathtaking scenery.
#fans
15 hours ago
A nine-year-old boy who "loved life and nature" was killed by his "unconventional, doting" mother who then took her own life, a coroner has concluded.
Hudson Paterson, nine, and Tasmin Paterson, 31, were found dead by her partner in a bedroom in a bungalow at Fletchersbridge, near Bodmin, Cornwall, in September 2024, an inquest heard.
Senior coroner for Cornwall Andrew ******* said Ms Paterson had argued with Marcus Hughes and had gone to bed "distressed" with the thought the relationship was coming to an end.
Cox concluded Hudson's cause of death was unlawful killing and, for Ms Paterson's death, recorded a verdict of suicide.
Hughes said the couple had been sleeping in separate rooms and when he went to wake them, he grew concerned as there was no response, so he called 999 and forced entry.
#paterson
Hudson Paterson, nine, and Tasmin Paterson, 31, were found dead by her partner in a bedroom in a bungalow at Fletchersbridge, near Bodmin, Cornwall, in September 2024, an inquest heard.
Senior coroner for Cornwall Andrew ******* said Ms Paterson had argued with Marcus Hughes and had gone to bed "distressed" with the thought the relationship was coming to an end.
Cox concluded Hudson's cause of death was unlawful killing and, for Ms Paterson's death, recorded a verdict of suicide.
Hughes said the couple had been sleeping in separate rooms and when he went to wake them, he grew concerned as there was no response, so he called 999 and forced entry.
#paterson
23 hours ago
The Seattle Seahawks have inarguably the best uniform wardrobe in the entire NFL. Their rotation is versatile for every day usage, and also include some of the best alternates in the sport. Now, the 12th Man can mark their calendars for when they can expect to see some of their favorite threads in action.
On Tuesday afternoon, the Seahawks announced two games that will feature the beloved royal blue throwbacks, and one game that will feature the brand new Nike Rivalries grey and green uniform. They are as follows:
Week 7 - Sunday Night Football vs Kansas City Chiefs (throwbacks)
Week 13 - Monday Night Football vs Dallas Cowboys (throwbacks)
Week 16 - Christmas Day vs Los Angeles Rams (Rivalries)
#throwbacks #night #best #Seattle
On Tuesday afternoon, the Seahawks announced two games that will feature the beloved royal blue throwbacks, and one game that will feature the brand new Nike Rivalries grey and green uniform. They are as follows:
Week 7 - Sunday Night Football vs Kansas City Chiefs (throwbacks)
Week 13 - Monday Night Football vs Dallas Cowboys (throwbacks)
Week 16 - Christmas Day vs Los Angeles Rams (Rivalries)
#throwbacks #night #best #Seattle
23 hours ago
A beloved player amongst the Detroit Tigers players, coaches and fanbase had to make way for another on Tuesday, July 28.
The Tigers reinstated shortstop/center fielder Javier Báez from the 60-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. Detroit had to clear a roster spot on both the 26-man and 40-man roster since Báez was removed when he was placed on the 60-day list in June.
On Monday night following an 8-5 loss to the Orioles, manager A.J. Hinch and president of baseball operations Scott Harris sat down with backup catcher Jake Rogers and let him know he would be designated for ***** ignment.
Rogers, 31, has been a member of the Tigers' organization since he came over in the trade package for Justin Verlander from the Houston Astros in 2017. He made his major league debut with Detroit in 2019 and proceeded to appear in 362 games across six different seasons.
"Jake has been here as long as I have been here," Hinch said. "Scott, Jake and I met last night and did everything to walk down memory lane to just explain the timing and how decisions get made."
#orioles #list
The Tigers reinstated shortstop/center fielder Javier Báez from the 60-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. Detroit had to clear a roster spot on both the 26-man and 40-man roster since Báez was removed when he was placed on the 60-day list in June.
On Monday night following an 8-5 loss to the Orioles, manager A.J. Hinch and president of baseball operations Scott Harris sat down with backup catcher Jake Rogers and let him know he would be designated for ***** ignment.
Rogers, 31, has been a member of the Tigers' organization since he came over in the trade package for Justin Verlander from the Houston Astros in 2017. He made his major league debut with Detroit in 2019 and proceeded to appear in 362 games across six different seasons.
"Jake has been here as long as I have been here," Hinch said. "Scott, Jake and I met last night and did everything to walk down memory lane to just explain the timing and how decisions get made."
#orioles #list
1 day ago
Jennifer Tedmori revealed the small sum she earned in residuals for her 11 episodes on Ned's Declassified
Tedmori shared her frustration over receiving checks as low as two cents, noting mailing costs exceeded their value
She now works as a lawyer but joked the total residuals might only cover a coffee at Starbucks
One child star is sharing just how much money being on a well-loved teen show still pays 20 years later.
Jennifer Tedmori posted a video on Instagram on July 24, showing around 19 envelopes she said were all residual checks she's received for her work as a child actor. Tedmori, who is now also a lawyer, was on 11 episodes of the popular Nickelodeon show Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide. As Doris Trembly, a member of the "Huge Crew" who all had a crush on Ned (Devon Werkheiser), she was a bully who would pick on other girls around the ***** ular character, mainly Moze (Lindsey Shaw).
#tedmori #residuals #checks #around
Tedmori shared her frustration over receiving checks as low as two cents, noting mailing costs exceeded their value
She now works as a lawyer but joked the total residuals might only cover a coffee at Starbucks
One child star is sharing just how much money being on a well-loved teen show still pays 20 years later.
Jennifer Tedmori posted a video on Instagram on July 24, showing around 19 envelopes she said were all residual checks she's received for her work as a child actor. Tedmori, who is now also a lawyer, was on 11 episodes of the popular Nickelodeon show Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide. As Doris Trembly, a member of the "Huge Crew" who all had a crush on Ned (Devon Werkheiser), she was a bully who would pick on other girls around the ***** ular character, mainly Moze (Lindsey Shaw).
#tedmori #residuals #checks #around
1 day ago
Rebecca Luna's daughter is speaking out after the TikToker chronicled her decision to end her life with medical aid in dying following her young-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis
"I miss my mom in a way that feels like homesickness," wrote Luna's daughter Maya Findlay
According to a post on Luna's TikTok, the influencer died on Saturday, July 25
Rebecca Luna's daughter is speaking out after the TikToker ended her life at age 49 with medical aid in dying, following her young-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis.
The influencer died on Saturday, July 25, a post to her TikTok announced. "Rebecca passed away July 25th at approximately 1:15 p.m. surrounded by her loved ones," the post read, adding to Luna's followers, "Thank you for your support and privacy."
Following the news, Luna's daughter, Maya Findlay, is speaking out online. In one of two posts on her TikTok account, Findlay shared a screen recording of a FaceTime call with her late mother, in which she shows her own children to her on the camera. Over the screen recording, Findlay wrote, "Homesick for my mom who will never exist in this lifetime again."
Rebecca Luna.
Credit: Rebecca Luna/TikTok
#speaking #post
"I miss my mom in a way that feels like homesickness," wrote Luna's daughter Maya Findlay
According to a post on Luna's TikTok, the influencer died on Saturday, July 25
Rebecca Luna's daughter is speaking out after the TikToker ended her life at age 49 with medical aid in dying, following her young-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis.
The influencer died on Saturday, July 25, a post to her TikTok announced. "Rebecca passed away July 25th at approximately 1:15 p.m. surrounded by her loved ones," the post read, adding to Luna's followers, "Thank you for your support and privacy."
Following the news, Luna's daughter, Maya Findlay, is speaking out online. In one of two posts on her TikTok account, Findlay shared a screen recording of a FaceTime call with her late mother, in which she shows her own children to her on the camera. Over the screen recording, Findlay wrote, "Homesick for my mom who will never exist in this lifetime again."
Rebecca Luna.
Credit: Rebecca Luna/TikTok
#speaking #post
1 day ago
Former Dancing with the Stars troupe member Hayley Erbert is mourning the loss of her beloved stepfather, Jim Swartz. On July 28, she shared an emotional tribute that has touched Dancing with the Stars fans and friends alike.
In a post on Instagram, Erbert revealed that her stepfather died a week ago. Many Dancing with the Stars fans know that he had been ill for quite some time.
Erbert began her tribute to Jim by writing, "It has been a week since Jim left us earth side, a week since his beautiful soul was set free."
"He was the best bonus dad there was, even though 'bonus' will never be a big enough word," she continued.
The former Dancing with the Stars troupe member explained that Jim taught her that being a dad is about "showing up," not biology. "It's about consistency, patience, protection, and love."
#troupe
In a post on Instagram, Erbert revealed that her stepfather died a week ago. Many Dancing with the Stars fans know that he had been ill for quite some time.
Erbert began her tribute to Jim by writing, "It has been a week since Jim left us earth side, a week since his beautiful soul was set free."
"He was the best bonus dad there was, even though 'bonus' will never be a big enough word," she continued.
The former Dancing with the Stars troupe member explained that Jim taught her that being a dad is about "showing up," not biology. "It's about consistency, patience, protection, and love."
#troupe
1 day ago
Nick Offerman is known for his real-life woodworking skills, which mirror those of his beloved Parks and Rec character, Ron Swanson
In a new interview, the actor recalled an injury he suffered that he described as the "closest I came to irreparable damage" thanks to woodworking
Offerman previously told PEOPLE it was his woodworking skills that helped him break out as an actor
Nick Offerman has had close calls in his woodworking career.
The Parks and Rec alum, 56, has been a woodworker for longer than he's been an actor, and in an interview with Family Handyman, Offerman recalled an incident that he describes as the "closest I came to irreparable damage" in a workshop.
#offerman #woodworking #actor #parks
In a new interview, the actor recalled an injury he suffered that he described as the "closest I came to irreparable damage" thanks to woodworking
Offerman previously told PEOPLE it was his woodworking skills that helped him break out as an actor
Nick Offerman has had close calls in his woodworking career.
The Parks and Rec alum, 56, has been a woodworker for longer than he's been an actor, and in an interview with Family Handyman, Offerman recalled an incident that he describes as the "closest I came to irreparable damage" in a workshop.
#offerman #woodworking #actor #parks
1 day ago
Julie Andrews smiles alongside her beloved poodle, Shy, in the 1950s.
Singing along with Julie Andrews while she rehearsed for "My Fair Lady" was one of her dog Shy's favorite things. Andrews was performing eight shows a week in London in the late 1950s, so every day she'd play her piano to run scales and vocalize — and the grey poodle felt it should be a duet.
"It was adorable," Andrews said. "She'd lift her little chin and nose and just really gargle away in a real proper note. Eventually — it was adorable but very distracting — she could actually come down the scale as I came down the scale."
If Andrews tried putting her dog in another room of their apartment, she'd spy Shy's little nose poking under the door until she relented and let the spirited dog rejoin rehearsal.
Her constant companion also frequently accompanied Andrews to the theater when it was showtime.
#down #scale
Singing along with Julie Andrews while she rehearsed for "My Fair Lady" was one of her dog Shy's favorite things. Andrews was performing eight shows a week in London in the late 1950s, so every day she'd play her piano to run scales and vocalize — and the grey poodle felt it should be a duet.
"It was adorable," Andrews said. "She'd lift her little chin and nose and just really gargle away in a real proper note. Eventually — it was adorable but very distracting — she could actually come down the scale as I came down the scale."
If Andrews tried putting her dog in another room of their apartment, she'd spy Shy's little nose poking under the door until she relented and let the spirited dog rejoin rehearsal.
Her constant companion also frequently accompanied Andrews to the theater when it was showtime.
#down #scale
1 day ago
Manchester United are considering a bid for Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams, according to talkSPORT. Man United want one more signing in the position after recruiting Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans earlier this month. Adams has been on the Red Devils' radar for a while, and a concrete move could now be on the cards. The American is loved by Man United's data department, and they want him at Old Trafford. It is believed around £40 million could be enough to get the Bournemouth star this summer.
The 27-year-old has been dubbed a 'great leader', and the Red Devils could do with his quality in the middle of the park. While the Cherries star is primarily a midfielder, he is capable of playing as a full-back on either side of the defence or midfield. Man United manager Michael Carrick is a fan of versatile players, and Adams fits the bill. The American brings much-needed experience to the table having spent four seasons in the Premier League after four seasons in the Bundesliga with RB Leipzig.
#star #four #seasons
The 27-year-old has been dubbed a 'great leader', and the Red Devils could do with his quality in the middle of the park. While the Cherries star is primarily a midfielder, he is capable of playing as a full-back on either side of the defence or midfield. Man United manager Michael Carrick is a fan of versatile players, and Adams fits the bill. The American brings much-needed experience to the table having spent four seasons in the Premier League after four seasons in the Bundesliga with RB Leipzig.
#star #four #seasons
2 days ago
LeBron James is returning to one of his most beloved roles on the court after signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.
For the first time in his NBA career, LeBron James will don the jersey of the Philadelphia 76ers as the 41-year-old signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the organization.
However, many are skeptical of how the 76ers will actually compete with so many ball-dominant players on the same roster.
After all, the 76ers already had Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Maxey on the team before adding James to the mix.
Photo by Ian Maddox for The Washington Post via Getty Images
#many
For the first time in his NBA career, LeBron James will don the jersey of the Philadelphia 76ers as the 41-year-old signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the organization.
However, many are skeptical of how the 76ers will actually compete with so many ball-dominant players on the same roster.
After all, the 76ers already had Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Maxey on the team before adding James to the mix.
Photo by Ian Maddox for The Washington Post via Getty Images
#many
2 days ago
Before (SPCX) went public, I wrote that the extraordinary demand for its IPO might be the warning. The shares were priced at $135, climbed to $225.64, and closed Friday at $115.07. Investors who loved the stock six weeks ago now appear eager to sell it. The company has lost almost half its value since the high. Short sellers, meanwhile, are sitting on an estimated $15.5 billion of paper profits.
That first article was about scarcity and behavior. Too many investors chased too few shares, and the excitement around owning (SPCX) became more important than the price they paid.
When the stock returned to its IPO price, I wrote that $135 was not automatically a buy. An offering price is a number agreed upon during a sales process, not a declaration of fair value.
Both warnings have held up. But markets move, and the risk has now moved with them.
The dangerous crowd is no longer only the one that chased (SPCX) higher. It may now include the investors who believe the decline has become an easy one-way trade.
I still think (SPCX) is expensive. At Friday's price, the company is worth roughly $1.5 trillion. Aswath Damodaran, the NYU professor known as the dean of valuation, estimated its equity value at around $1.3 trillion before the IPO. His largest concern was the value being attached to the artificial-intelligence business, where the ***** umptions are much harder to defend than they are for Starlink or the launch operation. The bears have a case. My concern is that they are becoming too comfortable with it.
The Easy Part of the Short May Be Over
Around 360 million (SPCX) shares, representing roughly 56% of the freely traded stock, were out on loan earlier last week. Short sellers were not using the decline to take profits. According to Ortex, they were increasing their positions. That does not prove they are mistaken. Crowded trades can remain profitable for a long time. It does tell us what might happen if the news starts improving.
A short seller eventually has to buy the shares back. When a large part of the available stock has already been borrowed and sold, even a modest change in expectations can create demand from investors who are not buying because they suddenly love the company. They are buying because the trade is moving against them. This is the mirror image of the IPO. In June, investors were afraid they would miss the rise. Now short sellers are afraid they will miss the decline. A stock rising from $135 to $225 felt safer because other investors appeared to agree with the bullish story. A stock falling toward $115 makes the bearish argument feel more obvious because the price appears to confirm it. Price is evidence, but it is not always proof.
(SPCX)'s launch economics did not deteriorate by 49%. Starlink did not lose half its subscribers. The stock fell because expectations, positioning, and the supply of willing buyers changed.
#investors #price #shares #company
That first article was about scarcity and behavior. Too many investors chased too few shares, and the excitement around owning (SPCX) became more important than the price they paid.
When the stock returned to its IPO price, I wrote that $135 was not automatically a buy. An offering price is a number agreed upon during a sales process, not a declaration of fair value.
Both warnings have held up. But markets move, and the risk has now moved with them.
The dangerous crowd is no longer only the one that chased (SPCX) higher. It may now include the investors who believe the decline has become an easy one-way trade.
I still think (SPCX) is expensive. At Friday's price, the company is worth roughly $1.5 trillion. Aswath Damodaran, the NYU professor known as the dean of valuation, estimated its equity value at around $1.3 trillion before the IPO. His largest concern was the value being attached to the artificial-intelligence business, where the ***** umptions are much harder to defend than they are for Starlink or the launch operation. The bears have a case. My concern is that they are becoming too comfortable with it.
The Easy Part of the Short May Be Over
Around 360 million (SPCX) shares, representing roughly 56% of the freely traded stock, were out on loan earlier last week. Short sellers were not using the decline to take profits. According to Ortex, they were increasing their positions. That does not prove they are mistaken. Crowded trades can remain profitable for a long time. It does tell us what might happen if the news starts improving.
A short seller eventually has to buy the shares back. When a large part of the available stock has already been borrowed and sold, even a modest change in expectations can create demand from investors who are not buying because they suddenly love the company. They are buying because the trade is moving against them. This is the mirror image of the IPO. In June, investors were afraid they would miss the rise. Now short sellers are afraid they will miss the decline. A stock rising from $135 to $225 felt safer because other investors appeared to agree with the bullish story. A stock falling toward $115 makes the bearish argument feel more obvious because the price appears to confirm it. Price is evidence, but it is not always proof.
(SPCX)'s launch economics did not deteriorate by 49%. Starlink did not lose half its subscribers. The stock fell because expectations, positioning, and the supply of willing buyers changed.
#investors #price #shares #company
4 days ago
BENGALURU: Rahul Dravid, once a hockey midfielder, famously put away the stick and stuck to weaving magic with the willow. Almost four decades later, with a stick in hand, he can still trap a ball with precision and position a pass well too. The former India captain and coach, who played in the same school team– St. Joseph's Boys High School– as former international hockey players Anil Aldrin and Sandeep Somesh, counts hockey as one of his favourite sports. Speaking at the opening of the inter-college hockey tournament commemorating the platinum jubilee of his alma mater, St Joseph's College of Commerce (SJCC), here on Friday, Dravid reminisced about his days on the hockey field.
"I played a lot of hockey in school. I was fortunate to play with people like Anil Aldrin and Sandeep Somesh for two reasons. Firstly, we were a strong team and won tournaments like Centenary Shield and the Father Eric Vaz inter-school tournaments because of these two guys. Also, it was a good lesson for me because when I watched them play or played with them, I realised that I was better off playing cricket," Dravid joked.
Incidentally, Dravid and Somesh both played as midfielders, while 1996 Atlanta Olympian Aldrin was a defender. The 53-year-old Dravid said hockey had played an important role in his formative years. "I loved playing hockey. It was a great team sport. India has such an incredible history, legacy and tradition in hockey," he said.
Dravid also praised the resurgence of Indian hockey after the men's team secured back-to-back Olympic bronze medals in Paris and Tokyo. "We haven't been able to reach the heights and standards that we had in the past, but I'm glad we have been quite successful in recent times. There is a revival of hockey," he observed.
The two-day five-a-side inter-college hockey tournament, which has attracted 17 teams, has been organised by SJCC's Old Students' ****** ociation (OSA) and Yes For Hockey. The competition is timely for the revival of collegiate hockey, which has declined over the years.
Lauding the efforts of OSA, Dravid said, "They've been very passionate about trying to revive hockey and get more youngsters to play it, which is really important because it's such a phenomenal sport to be a part of. I think it's only going to keep getting better."
Known throughout his playing career for exemplifying sportsmanship, Dravid urged young players to uphold the spirit of the game. "Play in the right spirit, competitively but also with the right sense of camaraderie," he stated, adding, "Not everyone is going to play for the country, but there is so much that sport can give you. The lessons that you learn from sport will carry you for the rest of your life."
#hockey #play #played #school
"I played a lot of hockey in school. I was fortunate to play with people like Anil Aldrin and Sandeep Somesh for two reasons. Firstly, we were a strong team and won tournaments like Centenary Shield and the Father Eric Vaz inter-school tournaments because of these two guys. Also, it was a good lesson for me because when I watched them play or played with them, I realised that I was better off playing cricket," Dravid joked.
Incidentally, Dravid and Somesh both played as midfielders, while 1996 Atlanta Olympian Aldrin was a defender. The 53-year-old Dravid said hockey had played an important role in his formative years. "I loved playing hockey. It was a great team sport. India has such an incredible history, legacy and tradition in hockey," he said.
Dravid also praised the resurgence of Indian hockey after the men's team secured back-to-back Olympic bronze medals in Paris and Tokyo. "We haven't been able to reach the heights and standards that we had in the past, but I'm glad we have been quite successful in recent times. There is a revival of hockey," he observed.
The two-day five-a-side inter-college hockey tournament, which has attracted 17 teams, has been organised by SJCC's Old Students' ****** ociation (OSA) and Yes For Hockey. The competition is timely for the revival of collegiate hockey, which has declined over the years.
Lauding the efforts of OSA, Dravid said, "They've been very passionate about trying to revive hockey and get more youngsters to play it, which is really important because it's such a phenomenal sport to be a part of. I think it's only going to keep getting better."
Known throughout his playing career for exemplifying sportsmanship, Dravid urged young players to uphold the spirit of the game. "Play in the right spirit, competitively but also with the right sense of camaraderie," he stated, adding, "Not everyone is going to play for the country, but there is so much that sport can give you. The lessons that you learn from sport will carry you for the rest of your life."
#hockey #play #played #school
4 days ago
The Wisconsin Badgers recently received an expert prediction to land class of 2028 offensive lineman Brock Barrows.
Barrows stands 6-foor-2, 277 pounds, and is an unranked recruit, according to 247Sports.
Back on July 21, Badger247's Nick Osen logged an expert prediction that the Missouri native will commit to Wisconsin.
"I think it really solidified them as my top school even more than they already were. I just loved being able to get coached by Coach Mateos, Coach Rabach, and just everybody," Barrows told Osen (subscription required).
The Badgers made a big splash by securing a huge commitment from 2028 linebacker Cale Britt out of Florida. Britt marked the team's first class of 2028 commitment back on July 15.
#osen
Barrows stands 6-foor-2, 277 pounds, and is an unranked recruit, according to 247Sports.
Back on July 21, Badger247's Nick Osen logged an expert prediction that the Missouri native will commit to Wisconsin.
"I think it really solidified them as my top school even more than they already were. I just loved being able to get coached by Coach Mateos, Coach Rabach, and just everybody," Barrows told Osen (subscription required).
The Badgers made a big splash by securing a huge commitment from 2028 linebacker Cale Britt out of Florida. Britt marked the team's first class of 2028 commitment back on July 15.
#osen
4 days ago
The "Who Dey!" chant at Bengals games is one of the best parts of being a Bengals fan and a Cincinnati sports fan. When the Ruler of the Jungle leads The Jungle in the Who Dey chant before kickoff, that gets you going as a fan. After a big touchdown, that's when the "Who Dey!" chant is at its best.
So, where does the chant rank among NFL stadium chants? Sports Illustrated's Karl Rasmussen ranked the 10 best in the NFL, with the "Who Dey!" chant checking in at No. 6. If you've ever wondered how the "Who Dey!" chant came to be, here's how, according to Rasmussen:
The Bengals' chant originated in 1981, stemming from a popular local car commercial and a beloved beer, Hudepohl. Beer vendors at the team's former stomping grounds, Riverfront Stadium, used to offer the local beer by shouting "Hudy!" to fans. That eventually transitioned to "Who Dey," and it evolved further after fans incorporated the song played in commercials by Red Frazier's Ford of Cincinnati, which goes, "Who's going to give you a better deal than Red Frazier … ******* ody!" The combination of both resulted in the Bengals chant. "Who dey? Who dey? Who dey say is gonna beat the Bengals? … ******* ody!"
Rasmussen also ******* yzes the comparison between the "Who Dey!" chant in Cincinnati and the "Who Dat!" chant in New Orleans that Saints fans do in the Superdome. In fact, he ranked the "Who Dat!" chant No. 5, one spot above the Bengals. Of course, there's an ongoing debate between the two teams of which chant came first.
One of my favorite memories as a Bengals fan was being at the Bengals-Saints game in New Orleans four years ago. There were so many Bengals fans who made the trip for the game. Before kickoff, Saints fans started doing the "Who Dat!" chant. In response, Bengals fans started doing the "Who Dey!" chant. It was dueling chants, making for an awesome pregame environment.
#beer #best #jungle #orleans
So, where does the chant rank among NFL stadium chants? Sports Illustrated's Karl Rasmussen ranked the 10 best in the NFL, with the "Who Dey!" chant checking in at No. 6. If you've ever wondered how the "Who Dey!" chant came to be, here's how, according to Rasmussen:
The Bengals' chant originated in 1981, stemming from a popular local car commercial and a beloved beer, Hudepohl. Beer vendors at the team's former stomping grounds, Riverfront Stadium, used to offer the local beer by shouting "Hudy!" to fans. That eventually transitioned to "Who Dey," and it evolved further after fans incorporated the song played in commercials by Red Frazier's Ford of Cincinnati, which goes, "Who's going to give you a better deal than Red Frazier … ******* ody!" The combination of both resulted in the Bengals chant. "Who dey? Who dey? Who dey say is gonna beat the Bengals? … ******* ody!"
Rasmussen also ******* yzes the comparison between the "Who Dey!" chant in Cincinnati and the "Who Dat!" chant in New Orleans that Saints fans do in the Superdome. In fact, he ranked the "Who Dat!" chant No. 5, one spot above the Bengals. Of course, there's an ongoing debate between the two teams of which chant came first.
One of my favorite memories as a Bengals fan was being at the Bengals-Saints game in New Orleans four years ago. There were so many Bengals fans who made the trip for the game. Before kickoff, Saints fans started doing the "Who Dat!" chant. In response, Bengals fans started doing the "Who Dey!" chant. It was dueling chants, making for an awesome pregame environment.
#beer #best #jungle #orleans
4 days ago
Like Old Times is a Webby-honored video series created and produced by Vin Nucatola and hosted by Johnny Gaffney that launched in November 2025
The series helps seniors relive activities they once loved while sharing their stories with a new generation
Their reach has grown to more than 315,000 followers across Instagram, TikTok and YouTube
For many seniors, the activities and passions that once brought them the most joy slowly become distant memories, often due to health, time or circumstance.
That is the heart of Like Old Times, a Webby-honored video series created and produced by Vin Nucatola and hosted by Johnny Gaffney, which helps older adults relive experiences they never thought they would have again, such as going on a blind date or going disco dancing.
#johnny
The series helps seniors relive activities they once loved while sharing their stories with a new generation
Their reach has grown to more than 315,000 followers across Instagram, TikTok and YouTube
For many seniors, the activities and passions that once brought them the most joy slowly become distant memories, often due to health, time or circumstance.
That is the heart of Like Old Times, a Webby-honored video series created and produced by Vin Nucatola and hosted by Johnny Gaffney, which helps older adults relive experiences they never thought they would have again, such as going on a blind date or going disco dancing.
#johnny
4 days ago
On August 13th at 10 a.m and 11 a.m. at Hillside Elementary, Flyers alumni accompanied by their beloved mascot will visit to celebrate the Flyers Hooked on Hockey program. The alumni will lead free ball hockey clinics for the elementary campus, as well as equipment, drills, and games.
Each participating camp will receive a full set of ball hockey equipment to keep games going season-long. Campers will also receive information on how to register for the Flyers Rookie Kids Club and Flyers Learn to Play program, plus a special ticket offer for a Flyers home game during the 2026–2027 season.
Gritty — a beloved figure across the Delaware Valley since his 2018 debut — will appear at each location, greeting campers between clinic sessions. The Flyers will also bring inflatables, including a "shoot on goal" challenge.
"Getting kids into sports early is about so much more than the game itself," said Bryan Ford, ******* ociation Sports Director at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. "When a child picks up a stick, they're building confidence, teamwork, and healthy habits that last a lifetime. We're incredibly grateful to the Philadelphia Flyers for sharing their time, their alumni, and yes, even Gritty, to give our campers a first taste of a sport they might fall in love with," Ford said in a press release.
The clinics are open to campers at four Greater Philadelphia YMCA camp sites on the following dates. Gritty is expected to come at the end of the first clinic and stay into the start of the second:
#flyers
Each participating camp will receive a full set of ball hockey equipment to keep games going season-long. Campers will also receive information on how to register for the Flyers Rookie Kids Club and Flyers Learn to Play program, plus a special ticket offer for a Flyers home game during the 2026–2027 season.
Gritty — a beloved figure across the Delaware Valley since his 2018 debut — will appear at each location, greeting campers between clinic sessions. The Flyers will also bring inflatables, including a "shoot on goal" challenge.
"Getting kids into sports early is about so much more than the game itself," said Bryan Ford, ******* ociation Sports Director at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. "When a child picks up a stick, they're building confidence, teamwork, and healthy habits that last a lifetime. We're incredibly grateful to the Philadelphia Flyers for sharing their time, their alumni, and yes, even Gritty, to give our campers a first taste of a sport they might fall in love with," Ford said in a press release.
The clinics are open to campers at four Greater Philadelphia YMCA camp sites on the following dates. Gritty is expected to come at the end of the first clinic and stay into the start of the second:
#flyers
4 days ago
In a week where an AI model went rogue and broke out of a secure test environment—and in a year where seemingly all we're hearing is how AI can displace large swaths of the workforce—it may come as a surprise when one of the tech's most prominent voices is pushing an optimistic view of the tech, joining the many in his field who have recently walked back comments of how it could negatively impact workers.
"As we enter this next wave with AI, we continue to believe the future is for everyone," Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrote as the caption to a short video on Thursday, harkening back to the company's early years of tech optimism.
"Call us optimists, call us dreamers, call us whatever the ****** you want, but we're betting on people, and we like those odds," the voiceover in the video said.
The video featured montages of people using Instagram, Whatsapp, FaceBook and Meta's Ray-Ban glasses to film touching moments and connect with loved ones, with the backdrop of concerts and snowboarding and laughing children set to calm music as the voiceover framed Meta's AI efforts as doubling down on betting on people, just like the company did 22 years ago with FaceBook.
Marketing experts told Fortune that the Meta video's reliance on nostalgic imagery seemed like a way to redirect attention from AI concerns and to buffer against growing AI fears.
#like #we 're #back #years
"As we enter this next wave with AI, we continue to believe the future is for everyone," Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrote as the caption to a short video on Thursday, harkening back to the company's early years of tech optimism.
"Call us optimists, call us dreamers, call us whatever the ****** you want, but we're betting on people, and we like those odds," the voiceover in the video said.
The video featured montages of people using Instagram, Whatsapp, FaceBook and Meta's Ray-Ban glasses to film touching moments and connect with loved ones, with the backdrop of concerts and snowboarding and laughing children set to calm music as the voiceover framed Meta's AI efforts as doubling down on betting on people, just like the company did 22 years ago with FaceBook.
Marketing experts told Fortune that the Meta video's reliance on nostalgic imagery seemed like a way to redirect attention from AI concerns and to buffer against growing AI fears.
#like #we 're #back #years
5 days ago
Bengaluru: Rahul Dravid, once a hockey midfielder, famously put away the stick and stuck to weaving magic with the willow. Almost four decades later, with a stick in hand, he can still trap a ball with precision and position a pass well too.
The former India captain and coach, who played in the same school team– St. Joseph's Boys High School– as former international hockey players Anil Aldrin and Sandeep Somesh, counts hockey as one of his favourite sports. Speaking at the opening of the inter-college hockey tournament commemorating the platinum jubilee of his alma mater, St Joseph's College of Commerce (SJCC), here on Friday, Dravid reminisced about his days on the hockey field.
"I played a lot of hockey in school. I was fortunate to play with people like Anil Aldrin and Sandeep Somesh for two reasons. Firstly, we were a strong team and won tournaments like Centenary Shield and the Father Eric Vaz inter-school tournaments because of these two guys. Also, it was a good lesson for me because when I watched them play or played with them, I realised that I was better off playing cricket," Dravid joked.
Incidentally, Dravid and Somesh both played as midfielders, while 1996 Atlanta Olympian Aldrin was a defender. The 53-year-old Dravid said hockey had played an important role in his formative years. "I loved playing hockey. It was a great team sport. India has such an incredible history, legacy and tradition in hockey," he said.
Dravid also praised the resurgence of Indian hockey after the men's team secured back-to-back Olympic bronze medals in Paris and Tokyo. "We haven't been able to reach the heights and standards that we had in the past, but I'm glad we have been quite successful in recent times. There is a revival of hockey," he observed.
The two-day five-a-side inter-college hockey tournament, which has attracted 17 teams, has been organised by SJCC's Old Students' **** ociation (OSA) and Yes For Hockey. The competition is timely for the revival of collegiate hockey, which has declined over the years.
Lauding the efforts of OSA, Dravid said, "They've been very passionate about trying to revive hockey and get more youngsters to play it, which is really important because it's such a phenomenal sport to be a part of. I think it's only going to keep getting better."
#school #play
The former India captain and coach, who played in the same school team– St. Joseph's Boys High School– as former international hockey players Anil Aldrin and Sandeep Somesh, counts hockey as one of his favourite sports. Speaking at the opening of the inter-college hockey tournament commemorating the platinum jubilee of his alma mater, St Joseph's College of Commerce (SJCC), here on Friday, Dravid reminisced about his days on the hockey field.
"I played a lot of hockey in school. I was fortunate to play with people like Anil Aldrin and Sandeep Somesh for two reasons. Firstly, we were a strong team and won tournaments like Centenary Shield and the Father Eric Vaz inter-school tournaments because of these two guys. Also, it was a good lesson for me because when I watched them play or played with them, I realised that I was better off playing cricket," Dravid joked.
Incidentally, Dravid and Somesh both played as midfielders, while 1996 Atlanta Olympian Aldrin was a defender. The 53-year-old Dravid said hockey had played an important role in his formative years. "I loved playing hockey. It was a great team sport. India has such an incredible history, legacy and tradition in hockey," he said.
Dravid also praised the resurgence of Indian hockey after the men's team secured back-to-back Olympic bronze medals in Paris and Tokyo. "We haven't been able to reach the heights and standards that we had in the past, but I'm glad we have been quite successful in recent times. There is a revival of hockey," he observed.
The two-day five-a-side inter-college hockey tournament, which has attracted 17 teams, has been organised by SJCC's Old Students' **** ociation (OSA) and Yes For Hockey. The competition is timely for the revival of collegiate hockey, which has declined over the years.
Lauding the efforts of OSA, Dravid said, "They've been very passionate about trying to revive hockey and get more youngsters to play it, which is really important because it's such a phenomenal sport to be a part of. I think it's only going to keep getting better."
#school #play
