1 month ago
Mark Wahlberg has opened up about his decision to leave Los Angeles after years of working in Hollywood. The actor moved his family to Las Vegas in 2022 to prioritize his four children and their upbringing. Wahlberg recently explained the decision on The Shop podcast, saying his kids were "getting exposed to a lot" and "getting in a lot of trouble."
Although Wahlberg misses Los Angeles, he believes moving away was the right choice for his family. He said, "The best thing was to say, 'OK, let's put them first. I don't have to be here. I can always come back.'" The actor shares four children with his wife, Rhea Durham. He has previously explained that Las Vegas gives them more freedom to pursue hobbies such as golf, horseback riding, and basketball.
Wahlberg also believes living in Hollywood is no longer necessary to maintain a successful career. He said, "In this day and age, you can self-tape, and you can audition from anywhere." The actor pointed out that productions increasingly shoot outside California, including in countries such as Australia and the UK, making it easier for actors to work without living in LA.
Despite that, Wahlberg has not completely fallen out of love with the city. He said he misses its weather, restaurants, and friends. He hopes to come back and calls it his 'goal.' Wahlberg wants to spend more time there during the summer, saying, "Summertime in California, man, there's nothing better."
Wahlberg continues taking on new projects despite living outside Los Angeles. His next major release is a historical crime thriller, By Any Means, directed by Elegance Bratton. The film stars Wahlberg as infamous mafia hitman Gregory Scarpa, who joins forces with a young Black FBI agent, played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, to investigate the murders of civil rights leaders in 1966 Mississippi. It is scheduled to hit theaters on September 4, 2026.
#living #california
Although Wahlberg misses Los Angeles, he believes moving away was the right choice for his family. He said, "The best thing was to say, 'OK, let's put them first. I don't have to be here. I can always come back.'" The actor shares four children with his wife, Rhea Durham. He has previously explained that Las Vegas gives them more freedom to pursue hobbies such as golf, horseback riding, and basketball.
Wahlberg also believes living in Hollywood is no longer necessary to maintain a successful career. He said, "In this day and age, you can self-tape, and you can audition from anywhere." The actor pointed out that productions increasingly shoot outside California, including in countries such as Australia and the UK, making it easier for actors to work without living in LA.
Despite that, Wahlberg has not completely fallen out of love with the city. He said he misses its weather, restaurants, and friends. He hopes to come back and calls it his 'goal.' Wahlberg wants to spend more time there during the summer, saying, "Summertime in California, man, there's nothing better."
Wahlberg continues taking on new projects despite living outside Los Angeles. His next major release is a historical crime thriller, By Any Means, directed by Elegance Bratton. The film stars Wahlberg as infamous mafia hitman Gregory Scarpa, who joins forces with a young Black FBI agent, played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, to investigate the murders of civil rights leaders in 1966 Mississippi. It is scheduled to hit theaters on September 4, 2026.
#living #california
1 month ago
ORCHARD PARK, NY — For the first time in six years, an NFL team will move into a new football palace, the 2026 Buffalo Bills set to cross the street and officially open their new Highmark Stadium to kick off Week 2 of the regular season.
With a fixed seating capacity of 60,108, Highmark becomes the league's smallest venue. But that's completely by design. The standing-room only crowd can increase the headcount by roughly 6,000 for a place built to be intimate. And, despite some seemingly overblown criticism about some of the obstructed-view seats that were spotlit for the Bills' first practice in the building earlier this month, players and most fans seem to love their new surroundings.
They include gorgeous views of the field from the concourses (like a baseball stadium interior); a roof that will shield most of the crowed from lake-effect weather during winter; many design homages to Bills Mafia and creature comforts the players simply didn't have at the old Ralph Wilson Stadium (also known as Highmark Stadium before it closed following the 2025 campaign) – chief among them a grass playing surface.
"It's so nice," Bills general manager Brandon Beane recently told USA TODAY Sports. "There's some really nice stadiums, I don't think I've walked into one nicer. It's very intentional about things.
"The players are very excited about it."
#first #design
With a fixed seating capacity of 60,108, Highmark becomes the league's smallest venue. But that's completely by design. The standing-room only crowd can increase the headcount by roughly 6,000 for a place built to be intimate. And, despite some seemingly overblown criticism about some of the obstructed-view seats that were spotlit for the Bills' first practice in the building earlier this month, players and most fans seem to love their new surroundings.
They include gorgeous views of the field from the concourses (like a baseball stadium interior); a roof that will shield most of the crowed from lake-effect weather during winter; many design homages to Bills Mafia and creature comforts the players simply didn't have at the old Ralph Wilson Stadium (also known as Highmark Stadium before it closed following the 2025 campaign) – chief among them a grass playing surface.
"It's so nice," Bills general manager Brandon Beane recently told USA TODAY Sports. "There's some really nice stadiums, I don't think I've walked into one nicer. It's very intentional about things.
"The players are very excited about it."
#first #design
2 months ago
The Week 2 NFL preseason game between the Buffalo Bills and Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field is currently in a weather delay. Just three plays into the game, players were sent back to the locker room and the game was halted.
Officials halted the action minutes after a loud crack of thunder was heard nearby.
MORE: NFL games on today, Week 2 preseason TV schedule: August 22
Shortly after, lightning strikes were spotted in the area.
Weather delay in Cleveland for #bills and #Browns .
It got dark and started pouring here in an instant. Loud crack of thunder on 3rd play of game, then a couple of plays later the refs paused play.#BillsMafia WGRZ pic.twitter.com/fGKOzpwZAr
#weather #loud #preseason
Officials halted the action minutes after a loud crack of thunder was heard nearby.
MORE: NFL games on today, Week 2 preseason TV schedule: August 22
Shortly after, lightning strikes were spotted in the area.
Weather delay in Cleveland for #bills and #Browns .
It got dark and started pouring here in an instant. Loud crack of thunder on 3rd play of game, then a couple of plays later the refs paused play.#BillsMafia WGRZ pic.twitter.com/fGKOzpwZAr
#weather #loud #preseason
2 months ago
Scorebug mafia, rise up.
ESPN has soft launched a new scorebug and graphics package during this evening's preseason game between the Las Vegas Raiders and Houston Texans that will largely resemble what NFL fans will see during February's Super Bowl, the first to ever air on ESPN.
"As part of our ongoing commitment to elevate our fan experience, we are excited to soft launch a brand new graphics and animation package that will culminate with our first-ever Super Bowl," an ESPN spokesperson told Awful Announcing regarding the new bug.
The restyling is largely in line with ESPN's rebrand ahead of the launch of its direct-to-consumer product a year ago. There is emphasis on the network's black and red color scheme. The bug's font features the seven-degree angle by which the "E" in the ESPN logo is oriented. And the curvature of the "N" is featured in the top-right portion of the bug.
Overall, the new scorebug is inoffensive. ESPN goes with using the team logos over any abbreviations. Down and distance are centered with the game clock and play clock. Timeouts are displayed prominently under each team's score. There's nothing revolutionary going on, but there was no need to reinvent the wheel in the first place.
#scorebug
ESPN has soft launched a new scorebug and graphics package during this evening's preseason game between the Las Vegas Raiders and Houston Texans that will largely resemble what NFL fans will see during February's Super Bowl, the first to ever air on ESPN.
"As part of our ongoing commitment to elevate our fan experience, we are excited to soft launch a brand new graphics and animation package that will culminate with our first-ever Super Bowl," an ESPN spokesperson told Awful Announcing regarding the new bug.
The restyling is largely in line with ESPN's rebrand ahead of the launch of its direct-to-consumer product a year ago. There is emphasis on the network's black and red color scheme. The bug's font features the seven-degree angle by which the "E" in the ESPN logo is oriented. And the curvature of the "N" is featured in the top-right portion of the bug.
Overall, the new scorebug is inoffensive. ESPN goes with using the team logos over any abbreviations. Down and distance are centered with the game clock and play clock. Timeouts are displayed prominently under each team's score. There's nothing revolutionary going on, but there was no need to reinvent the wheel in the first place.
#scorebug
2 months ago
Bryson DeChambeau appears to have had issues with the golf media all year, and this week it reached its boiling point.
Since missing the cut at The Masters, DeChambeau did not speak to the media at major championships all year. At The Open Championship, he hosted his own interview with a reporter, which he sent out to the media, and he declined to comment on his rules controversy after he was docked two strokes.
This frostiness continued at LIV Indianapolis. DeChambeau called a few members of the media the "mafia" when he arrived at the driving range. He's likely unhappy with the media coverage of LIV Golf over the last few months.
After that comment, DeChambeau was evidently unhappy with his golf swing and then had a media member who was filming him practice thrown out of the driving range. It wasn't the 32-year-old American's finest hour, but he might have made up for it after.
Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images
#golf #since
Since missing the cut at The Masters, DeChambeau did not speak to the media at major championships all year. At The Open Championship, he hosted his own interview with a reporter, which he sent out to the media, and he declined to comment on his rules controversy after he was docked two strokes.
This frostiness continued at LIV Indianapolis. DeChambeau called a few members of the media the "mafia" when he arrived at the driving range. He's likely unhappy with the media coverage of LIV Golf over the last few months.
After that comment, DeChambeau was evidently unhappy with his golf swing and then had a media member who was filming him practice thrown out of the driving range. It wasn't the 32-year-old American's finest hour, but he might have made up for it after.
Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images
#golf #since
2 months ago
Like many fans of the Buffalo Bills, I try not to overreact when it comes to the team's performance during the preseason. I have a hard time remembering anything from previous preseason games outside of Christian Wade, AJ McCarron, and a friend of mine melting down on Facebook about Case Keenum's performance in the 2022. But on Saturday's game there was a special moment that I will remember choose to remember for all of the right reasons.
Late in the fourth quarter on Saturday, Frank Gore Jr. followed his offensive linemen into the end zone for a touchdown, extending the Bills lead to 28-7. Rather than celebrate himself, Gore found offensive lineman Bruno Fina and handed him the football. Fina spiked the football and the offense celebrated emphatically together. If you have not put 2-and-2 together yet, both Gore and Fina have fathers that played for the Bills. I was actually able to catch up with Bruno Fina prior to the start of camp with Joe Miller from Overreaction Buffalo during last month's Mafia-Con event.
For Gore it was just one season with the Bills in 2019, where he helped the Bills reach the playoffs while rushing for 599 yards. Fina spent 10 of his 11 NFL seasons in Buffalo, starting 131 games after being selected in the first round out of Arizona. The former first rounder also appeared in two Super Bowls while playing for the Bills during the 19912 and 1993 seasons.
I can understand that a moment like this may go unnoticed by many fans on Saturday, but for me I am going to remember it as one of the more memorable moments in all of my years watching Bills preseason football.
#Football #saturday
Late in the fourth quarter on Saturday, Frank Gore Jr. followed his offensive linemen into the end zone for a touchdown, extending the Bills lead to 28-7. Rather than celebrate himself, Gore found offensive lineman Bruno Fina and handed him the football. Fina spiked the football and the offense celebrated emphatically together. If you have not put 2-and-2 together yet, both Gore and Fina have fathers that played for the Bills. I was actually able to catch up with Bruno Fina prior to the start of camp with Joe Miller from Overreaction Buffalo during last month's Mafia-Con event.
For Gore it was just one season with the Bills in 2019, where he helped the Bills reach the playoffs while rushing for 599 yards. Fina spent 10 of his 11 NFL seasons in Buffalo, starting 131 games after being selected in the first round out of Arizona. The former first rounder also appeared in two Super Bowls while playing for the Bills during the 19912 and 1993 seasons.
I can understand that a moment like this may go unnoticed by many fans on Saturday, but for me I am going to remember it as one of the more memorable moments in all of my years watching Bills preseason football.
#Football #saturday
2 months ago
Josh Allen is asking Bills Mafia to give Buffalo's controversial new uniforms a chance. The quarterback defended the team's gray "Nickel City" alternates after their unveiling received a mixed reaction across social media, with some NFL fans calling for the return of Buffalo's more traditional designs. For Allen, however, the new Buffalo Bills uniforms represent more than a new color scheme. They are part of a broader reset that includes a new stadium, a new head coach, and a different mentality for the upcoming season.
Thanos / MEGA
Allen addressed the backlash, telling reporters, "Stop hating on the jerseys, guys." The "Nickel City" uniform features an all-gray jersey-and-pants combination with blue accents, creating a significant departure from the Bills' familiar red, white and blue looks.
Allen acknowledged that longtime fans may prefer the franchise's older uniforms and helmets, but made it clear that he likes the new design. "I enjoy them. I think it's very symbolic of what we want to do and what we want to be," he said. "I understand people want the old jerseys and the old helmets and all that."
The Bills described the alternate uniform as a "tribute to the strength, grit and authenticity of Western New York's hard-working people throughout history." Its gray color scheme appears designed to evoke Buffalo's industrial heritage, although that explanation did not prevent social media users from having fun with the look.
#nickel
Thanos / MEGA
Allen addressed the backlash, telling reporters, "Stop hating on the jerseys, guys." The "Nickel City" uniform features an all-gray jersey-and-pants combination with blue accents, creating a significant departure from the Bills' familiar red, white and blue looks.
Allen acknowledged that longtime fans may prefer the franchise's older uniforms and helmets, but made it clear that he likes the new design. "I enjoy them. I think it's very symbolic of what we want to do and what we want to be," he said. "I understand people want the old jerseys and the old helmets and all that."
The Bills described the alternate uniform as a "tribute to the strength, grit and authenticity of Western New York's hard-working people throughout history." Its gray color scheme appears designed to evoke Buffalo's industrial heritage, although that explanation did not prevent social media users from having fun with the look.
#nickel
2 months ago
The Buffalo Bills held a landmark occasion in Orchard Park on Saturday. It was the first time football took place at the team's new Highmark Stadium.
After years of planning and construction, the team finally welcomed fans into the new venue for the annual "Red and Blue" practice.
Parts of the session were standard drills the team usually runs at training camp. Joe Brady's coaching staff did still find time for some team activities so the players could put on a show for Bills Mafia.
How did some of the first sights and sounds look at the team's new home? Here is Bills Wire's roundup of clips shared to social media from the occasion:
This article originally appeared on Bills Wire: Sights and sounds from Bills' 'Red and Blue' at new Highmark Stadium
#bills #highmark #stadium #first
After years of planning and construction, the team finally welcomed fans into the new venue for the annual "Red and Blue" practice.
Parts of the session were standard drills the team usually runs at training camp. Joe Brady's coaching staff did still find time for some team activities so the players could put on a show for Bills Mafia.
How did some of the first sights and sounds look at the team's new home? Here is Bills Wire's roundup of clips shared to social media from the occasion:
This article originally appeared on Bills Wire: Sights and sounds from Bills' 'Red and Blue' at new Highmark Stadium
#bills #highmark #stadium #first
2 months ago
The first football event is going down on Saturday at the new Highmark Stadium.
On what is technically Day 8 of training camp practice for the team, the Bills are holding their annual "Red and Blue" workout. While head coach Joe Brady previously said it will not be a scrimmage session, there still will be football action.
To celebrate what will just simply be a practice, it is anticipated that Bills fans will come out in big numbers to take in the occasion.
Not only did Bills Mafia do that, they got comfortable in the parking lots outside the stadium.
That's right, fans tailgated on Saturday.
#bills
On what is technically Day 8 of training camp practice for the team, the Bills are holding their annual "Red and Blue" workout. While head coach Joe Brady previously said it will not be a scrimmage session, there still will be football action.
To celebrate what will just simply be a practice, it is anticipated that Bills fans will come out in big numbers to take in the occasion.
Not only did Bills Mafia do that, they got comfortable in the parking lots outside the stadium.
That's right, fans tailgated on Saturday.
#bills
2 months ago
This week, it is fair to say that I have been slightly obsessed with Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey. Without wanting to spoil anything (not that you can really spoil the plot of a story that originates from the 8th or 7th century BC), it focuses on the protagonist, Odysseus – one of the more cunning and intelligent Greek heroes who sailed to Troy to take part in the Trojan War, and the figure we would attribute the Trojan Horse to.
Nolan's adaptation focuses on Odysseus' hubris – where a figure believes they are above the rules, normal limits or consequences of their actions – and the subsequent aftermath. In Odysseus' case, he is faced with a dilemma. Is it worth sacrificing your moral core in order to be granted some supposed concept of glory?
The reason why I'm blabbing on about this is because of some of the, frankly, bizarre coverage I've seen regarding the Visitors and their current dilemma.
I don't want to retell it all at the risk of turning into some sort of Geordie Josh figure. However, the general gist is as follows: (Beh)Eddie Howe was restricted by unfair financial rules, designed by the "Top Six" mafia to protect their vested interests. Newcastle, a massive club, were never given a fair chance to succeed. As a result, the manager has had to resign because he couldn't possibly face the concept of developing young players with high potential in the Premier League. Their best players, like Claire Balding CBE and Sandro Tonali, have had no other option but to leave, being forced to go to undesirable places like Barcelona or London for more money.
Much like The Odyssey, it's all designed to pull at the heartstrings.
#like
Nolan's adaptation focuses on Odysseus' hubris – where a figure believes they are above the rules, normal limits or consequences of their actions – and the subsequent aftermath. In Odysseus' case, he is faced with a dilemma. Is it worth sacrificing your moral core in order to be granted some supposed concept of glory?
The reason why I'm blabbing on about this is because of some of the, frankly, bizarre coverage I've seen regarding the Visitors and their current dilemma.
I don't want to retell it all at the risk of turning into some sort of Geordie Josh figure. However, the general gist is as follows: (Beh)Eddie Howe was restricted by unfair financial rules, designed by the "Top Six" mafia to protect their vested interests. Newcastle, a massive club, were never given a fair chance to succeed. As a result, the manager has had to resign because he couldn't possibly face the concept of developing young players with high potential in the Premier League. Their best players, like Claire Balding CBE and Sandro Tonali, have had no other option but to leave, being forced to go to undesirable places like Barcelona or London for more money.
Much like The Odyssey, it's all designed to pull at the heartstrings.
#like
2 months ago
For many members of Bills Mafia, the tailgate is just as important as the game itself. Not everyone has the luxury of hauling grills, tents, coolers, tables, and enough food to feed half a parking lot. Tens of thousands of Bills fans travel to Buffalo from across the country and even around the world every season. For them, organized tailgate experiences offer a chance to jump right into the atmosphere without worrying about packing equipment, or finding a place to set up. That’s exactly what this new series is all about.
For me, the game day experience has become an important aspect of why I love attending games in Orchard Park. As I prepare for my 102nd consecutive Buffalo Bills game, home and away, I’ve been fortunate enough to experience many of the different tailgates that make Bills Mafia so unique. Some are free. Some are paid. Some are legendary Bills Mafia traditions. I’ll be highlighting the different tailgate experiences available throughout the 2026 season, breaking down where they’re located, what they cost, what’s included, and what kind of fan they’re designed for.
We start with one of the newest additions to game day.
Making its debut for the inaugural season at the new Highmark Stadium is the Bills VIP Tailgate, an all-inclusive premium pregame experience operated by Bullseye Event Group.
Located directly across Abbott Road from the Toyota Gate E entrance, it is about as convenient as it gets. Guests can enjoy the festivities before simply walking across the street to enter the stadium. The event opens four hours before kickoff for every Buffalo Bills home game.
#bills #game
For me, the game day experience has become an important aspect of why I love attending games in Orchard Park. As I prepare for my 102nd consecutive Buffalo Bills game, home and away, I’ve been fortunate enough to experience many of the different tailgates that make Bills Mafia so unique. Some are free. Some are paid. Some are legendary Bills Mafia traditions. I’ll be highlighting the different tailgate experiences available throughout the 2026 season, breaking down where they’re located, what they cost, what’s included, and what kind of fan they’re designed for.
We start with one of the newest additions to game day.
Making its debut for the inaugural season at the new Highmark Stadium is the Bills VIP Tailgate, an all-inclusive premium pregame experience operated by Bullseye Event Group.
Located directly across Abbott Road from the Toyota Gate E entrance, it is about as convenient as it gets. Guests can enjoy the festivities before simply walking across the street to enter the stadium. The event opens four hours before kickoff for every Buffalo Bills home game.
#bills #game
3 months ago
Another tournament, another triumph for local baseball players.
The Mafia Baseball Club, a Pacific Northwest team, won their ticket to play in the Babe Ruth World Series. On July 13-17, the Mafia Baseball Club was the top finishing team in the Pacific Northwest Regional Tournament in Calgary, Alberta. Now, they're going to Branson, Missouri. The Babe Ruth World Series is scheduled to begin on July 27 and run through August 5.
The Mafia Baseball Club of Oregon was formed in the summer of 2025 and is coached by Luke Roth and Mateo Vodjansky. Many of the Clatsop County athletes are familiar with Roth since his company, Mid-Major Media, that publishes on social media, covers many of the 4A-1A athletes throughout the state of Oregon. Roth said he started Mid-Major Media with the intention of highlighting the underrepresented athletes in smaller schools and communities across the state. His company is also a sponsor of the Mafia Baseball Club.
Mafia Baseball Club has roots in both Toledo, Washington and Northwest Oregon. The 2026 team features local athletes from Astoria, Warrenton, Seaside and Knappa, among others. Oliver Stevens (Knappa), Zephan Pierce (Warrenton), Sam Schacher (Astoria), Dallas Norris (Astoria) and Hayden Halsen (Seaside) all have spent parts of their summer playing with the team.
The graduated senior Pierce from Warrenton High School and incoming Knappa High School senior Stevens, had strong regional performances as both a pitcher and catcher. At the regional tournament in Calgary, Stevens spun a total of 7.2 innings and struck out 8, while Pierce hit .333 and had a .429 on base percentage.
#mafia #athletes
The Mafia Baseball Club, a Pacific Northwest team, won their ticket to play in the Babe Ruth World Series. On July 13-17, the Mafia Baseball Club was the top finishing team in the Pacific Northwest Regional Tournament in Calgary, Alberta. Now, they're going to Branson, Missouri. The Babe Ruth World Series is scheduled to begin on July 27 and run through August 5.
The Mafia Baseball Club of Oregon was formed in the summer of 2025 and is coached by Luke Roth and Mateo Vodjansky. Many of the Clatsop County athletes are familiar with Roth since his company, Mid-Major Media, that publishes on social media, covers many of the 4A-1A athletes throughout the state of Oregon. Roth said he started Mid-Major Media with the intention of highlighting the underrepresented athletes in smaller schools and communities across the state. His company is also a sponsor of the Mafia Baseball Club.
Mafia Baseball Club has roots in both Toledo, Washington and Northwest Oregon. The 2026 team features local athletes from Astoria, Warrenton, Seaside and Knappa, among others. Oliver Stevens (Knappa), Zephan Pierce (Warrenton), Sam Schacher (Astoria), Dallas Norris (Astoria) and Hayden Halsen (Seaside) all have spent parts of their summer playing with the team.
The graduated senior Pierce from Warrenton High School and incoming Knappa High School senior Stevens, had strong regional performances as both a pitcher and catcher. At the regional tournament in Calgary, Stevens spun a total of 7.2 innings and struck out 8, while Pierce hit .333 and had a .429 on base percentage.
#mafia #athletes
3 months ago
ATLANTA (AP) — Nearly a decade ago, Jon Ossoff was a 30-year-old Democratic congressional candidate promising Georgia suburban voters he would "cut wasteful spending" and make "both parties in Washington" be "accountable to you." His Republican opponent even complained that Ossoff "talks like a Republican."
Nobody would make that mistake today. After losing that race in 2017 and narrowly winning a U.S. Senate seat during a runoff in 2021, Ossoff is running for reelection with a full-throated broadside on President Donald Trump as a "national disgrace" leading a "Mar-a-Lago mafia" and "the most corrupt administration of all time."
The 39-year-old senator has always been a vessel for Trump opposition, no matter his message on the campaign trail. But not until now has Ossoff openly embraced the role. His approach is being noticed across the Democratic spectrum, from activists hungry for the right message in the 2026 midterms to those pining for viable presidential candidates in 2028.
This week, as Trump renewed his fixation on false claims of voter fraud in the 2020 election that brought Ossoff to Washington, the senator never missed an opportunity to denounce the "world's most famous sore loser."
"The senator is definitely having a moment, and these breakout moments can certainly become a launching pad for something bigger," said Lis Smith, a Democratic strategist who helped Pete **** igieg go from being an unknown Indiana mayor to a presidential contender in 2020. She said Ossoff's approach — tying Trump's personal financial gain to his performance on the economy — is "one that more Democrats should adopt."
Nobody would make that mistake today. After losing that race in 2017 and narrowly winning a U.S. Senate seat during a runoff in 2021, Ossoff is running for reelection with a full-throated broadside on President Donald Trump as a "national disgrace" leading a "Mar-a-Lago mafia" and "the most corrupt administration of all time."
The 39-year-old senator has always been a vessel for Trump opposition, no matter his message on the campaign trail. But not until now has Ossoff openly embraced the role. His approach is being noticed across the Democratic spectrum, from activists hungry for the right message in the 2026 midterms to those pining for viable presidential candidates in 2028.
This week, as Trump renewed his fixation on false claims of voter fraud in the 2020 election that brought Ossoff to Washington, the senator never missed an opportunity to denounce the "world's most famous sore loser."
"The senator is definitely having a moment, and these breakout moments can certainly become a launching pad for something bigger," said Lis Smith, a Democratic strategist who helped Pete **** igieg go from being an unknown Indiana mayor to a presidential contender in 2020. She said Ossoff's approach — tying Trump's personal financial gain to his performance on the economy — is "one that more Democrats should adopt."
3 months ago
Round 3 of the Great American Tailgate challenge is underway, and Bills Mafia has once again delivered a commanding performance. Buffalo wings advanced with one of the widest margins of Round 2, reaffirming their status as one of the most recognizable and beloved tailgate foods in the country.
Now, wings enter a high‑stakes showdown against Carolina pulled pork — a dish that also posted a strong, confident win and carries deep regional pride. This matchup pits a national icon against a slow‑smoked Southern classic, and while Buffalo wings come in with historic momentum, nothing is guaranteed at this stage of the bracket.
The challenge is a joint partnership between USA TODAY and the Pro Football Hall of Fame, who are teaming up for a nationwide celebration of the foods that define football culture across all 32 NFL cities.
Every ballot cast not only helps Buffalo wings advance but also enters fans into a giveaway for a $1,000 Pro Football Hall of Fame merchandise gift card. One lucky voter will walk away with the chance to load up on Hall of Fame apparel, collectibles, and memorabilia.
This contest is part of a nationwide celebration in Canton highlighting the food identity of all 32 NFL cities — a showcase of regional pride, fan passion, and the traditions that make tailgating one of America’s greatest rituals.
Now, wings enter a high‑stakes showdown against Carolina pulled pork — a dish that also posted a strong, confident win and carries deep regional pride. This matchup pits a national icon against a slow‑smoked Southern classic, and while Buffalo wings come in with historic momentum, nothing is guaranteed at this stage of the bracket.
The challenge is a joint partnership between USA TODAY and the Pro Football Hall of Fame, who are teaming up for a nationwide celebration of the foods that define football culture across all 32 NFL cities.
Every ballot cast not only helps Buffalo wings advance but also enters fans into a giveaway for a $1,000 Pro Football Hall of Fame merchandise gift card. One lucky voter will walk away with the chance to load up on Hall of Fame apparel, collectibles, and memorabilia.
This contest is part of a nationwide celebration in Canton highlighting the food identity of all 32 NFL cities — a showcase of regional pride, fan passion, and the traditions that make tailgating one of America’s greatest rituals.
3 months ago
It wasn’t just your eyes.
Sometimes, what we feel doesn’t necessarily correspond with reality. Football is an incredibly complicated sport, and 22 players are moving simultaneously on the field at the same time, so the difference between what we observe and what’s actually happening results-wise in any given play/game/season can sometimes be stark.
This is not one of those times.
If you think the Buffalo Bills defense was lousy in late-down situations in 2025, you’re not wrong. Every third-down given up and every fourth down given away led to a collective groan on social media, in the stands, and on couches across the world amongst Bills Mafia. But it wasn’t just a vibes-related phenomenon unsupported by actual data evidence; the Bills really were bad on late downs in 2025 and it’s one of the main things new defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard should be focused on as the team prepares for 2026.
Buffalo was 25th (worst) in EPA per play against their defense in late-down (defined as third and fourth downs) situations in 2025 per SumerSports. Their 0.10 mark in the metric was third-worst among playoff teams (only the Carolina Panthers and Pittsburgh Steelers were worse) and it came alongside a staggering 0.64 EPA per rush against (second worst in the league next to the New York Giants at 0.75). Third and short? No problem for teams running the ball against the Bills? Fourth and inches? Basically a gimme. Whether it was 11 personnel (0.60 EPA per rush on late downs) or 12 personnel (0.77), the Bills were generally ineffective on stopping opposing offenses on third and fourth downs, in large part to their ineffectiveness against the run.
Sometimes, what we feel doesn’t necessarily correspond with reality. Football is an incredibly complicated sport, and 22 players are moving simultaneously on the field at the same time, so the difference between what we observe and what’s actually happening results-wise in any given play/game/season can sometimes be stark.
This is not one of those times.
If you think the Buffalo Bills defense was lousy in late-down situations in 2025, you’re not wrong. Every third-down given up and every fourth down given away led to a collective groan on social media, in the stands, and on couches across the world amongst Bills Mafia. But it wasn’t just a vibes-related phenomenon unsupported by actual data evidence; the Bills really were bad on late downs in 2025 and it’s one of the main things new defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard should be focused on as the team prepares for 2026.
Buffalo was 25th (worst) in EPA per play against their defense in late-down (defined as third and fourth downs) situations in 2025 per SumerSports. Their 0.10 mark in the metric was third-worst among playoff teams (only the Carolina Panthers and Pittsburgh Steelers were worse) and it came alongside a staggering 0.64 EPA per rush against (second worst in the league next to the New York Giants at 0.75). Third and short? No problem for teams running the ball against the Bills? Fourth and inches? Basically a gimme. Whether it was 11 personnel (0.60 EPA per rush on late downs) or 12 personnel (0.77), the Bills were generally ineffective on stopping opposing offenses on third and fourth downs, in large part to their ineffectiveness against the run.
4 months ago
June 23 (UPI) -- The Portland Trail Blazers hired Micah Nori as head coach, general manager Joe Cronin announced Tuesday.
Nori, 52, served as an ****** istant for the Minnesota Timberwolves over the last five seasons and previously worked in that role for the Detroit Pistons, Denver Nuggets, Sacramento Kings and Toronto Raptors.
"I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to lead the Trail Blazers and want to thank Tom [Dundon], Joe and the Rip City Rising ownership group for their trust," Nori said in a news release.
"From my conversations with Tom and Joe, it was evident that there is a strong commitment to building a culture that values accountability, development and team success. This is a team with tremendous talent, and I'm excited to begin working with our players and staff."
The Trail Blazers were 42-40 last season. Former coach Chauncey Billups, who was hired 2021, coached one game last season. He was arrested and suspended in October on accusations of participating in illegal sports betting schemes and rigged poker games back the mafia.
Nori, 52, served as an ****** istant for the Minnesota Timberwolves over the last five seasons and previously worked in that role for the Detroit Pistons, Denver Nuggets, Sacramento Kings and Toronto Raptors.
"I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to lead the Trail Blazers and want to thank Tom [Dundon], Joe and the Rip City Rising ownership group for their trust," Nori said in a news release.
"From my conversations with Tom and Joe, it was evident that there is a strong commitment to building a culture that values accountability, development and team success. This is a team with tremendous talent, and I'm excited to begin working with our players and staff."
The Trail Blazers were 42-40 last season. Former coach Chauncey Billups, who was hired 2021, coached one game last season. He was arrested and suspended in October on accusations of participating in illegal sports betting schemes and rigged poker games back the mafia.
4 months ago
Tom Brady revealed the sweet origin behind his viral handshake with 13-year-old daughter Vivian in a new clip from Rob Gronkowski and Jameis Winston's new Tubi show, The Other Football
Brady said the last part of their handshake was inspired by a sushi restaurant they visited together in ***** an called Wagyu Mafia
"Any dads out there who have little daughters, oh my god, they melt your hearts with everything they do," Brady said
Tom Brady shared the sweet origin of his viral handshake with daughter Vivian.
The former NFL quarterback, 48, and Vivian, 13, were caught on camera doing a father-daughter handshake when they attended the FIFA World Cup on Saturday, June 13, and Brady says it all started when they went on an international trip.
Brady said the last part of their handshake was inspired by a sushi restaurant they visited together in ***** an called Wagyu Mafia
"Any dads out there who have little daughters, oh my god, they melt your hearts with everything they do," Brady said
Tom Brady shared the sweet origin of his viral handshake with daughter Vivian.
The former NFL quarterback, 48, and Vivian, 13, were caught on camera doing a father-daughter handshake when they attended the FIFA World Cup on Saturday, June 13, and Brady says it all started when they went on an international trip.
4 months ago
Weeks ago, Donald Trump put everyone on notice after promising he’d do one thing. And that is none other than attending an NBA Finals game. Between New York and San Antonio. This Wednesday, everyone in SA was waiting for the POTUS to arrive. But he didn’t. Much to the timeline’s shock, of course. But Trump didn’t leave the people hanging.
On Thursday, Trump said that he has plans to attend the Knicks-Spurs matchup. And this time, it’s no holds barred. Thanks to Knicks owner James Dolan, Trump is set to watch the series at Madison Square. Yup, on Game 3 on Monday. Now, the stakes are high for both teams. As the POTUS itself is watching what will happen in that game.
Donald Trump gets his hair messed up on NBC’s ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.’. Republican candidate for President of the United States Donald Trump appears on NBC’s ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.’ At the end of the interview Trump allowed Fallon to mess up his much spoken about hair.
And if anything, Etan Thomas is excited for that. And in his X/Twitter post, he wants everyone. Especially the Knicks Mafia. To embrace Donald Trump’s presence in the MSG.
Thomas wrote, “Dear Knicks Fans: If this does happen, and Trump brings himself to Madison Square Garden during the #NBAFinals , I hope you all give him the proper greeting he deserves.” That the NY timeline shouldn’t hold back.
On Thursday, Trump said that he has plans to attend the Knicks-Spurs matchup. And this time, it’s no holds barred. Thanks to Knicks owner James Dolan, Trump is set to watch the series at Madison Square. Yup, on Game 3 on Monday. Now, the stakes are high for both teams. As the POTUS itself is watching what will happen in that game.
Donald Trump gets his hair messed up on NBC’s ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.’. Republican candidate for President of the United States Donald Trump appears on NBC’s ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.’ At the end of the interview Trump allowed Fallon to mess up his much spoken about hair.
And if anything, Etan Thomas is excited for that. And in his X/Twitter post, he wants everyone. Especially the Knicks Mafia. To embrace Donald Trump’s presence in the MSG.
Thomas wrote, “Dear Knicks Fans: If this does happen, and Trump brings himself to Madison Square Garden during the #NBAFinals , I hope you all give him the proper greeting he deserves.” That the NY timeline shouldn’t hold back.
9 months ago
Italian police arrest nine and seize €8 million in Hamas financing probe
Italian police arrested nine people accused of financing Hamas through charitable ******* ociations that investigators said raised at least €7.3 million for the Palestinian militant group.
Police and the Guardia di Finanza executed arrest warrants and seized more than €8 million in ******* ets in an operation coordinated by Genoa's District Anti-Mafia and Anti-Terrorism Directorate.
The investigation, which began before the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on southern Israel, revealed what prosecutors described as a c
Italian police arrested nine people accused of financing Hamas through charitable ******* ociations that investigators said raised at least €7.3 million for the Palestinian militant group.
Police and the Guardia di Finanza executed arrest warrants and seized more than €8 million in ******* ets in an operation coordinated by Genoa's District Anti-Mafia and Anti-Terrorism Directorate.
The investigation, which began before the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on southern Israel, revealed what prosecutors described as a c
1 yr. ago
Green Party is a left wing racist, FACIST political party that can’t do anything good for anyone. They hate business activities like NDP & liberals because they are supported by FAKE NEWS demons in the mafia media elites.
