2 hours ago
Ireland women must plan for the forthcoming World Cup without distinguished goalkeeper Ayeisha McFerran, who has been ruled out of the tournament through injury.
McFerran's many achievements in the game included being named Goalkeeper of the Tournament at the 2018 World Cup, at which Ireland were silver medallists.
Head coach Gareth Grundie has announced a 20-player squad to travel to Wavre, Belgium.
In McFerran's absence, Lizzy Murphy and Holly Micklem are named, offering them their first chance to potentially represent Ireland in goals on one of hockey's biggest stages.
The side will be making their third successive appearance at at a World Cup, having beaten ****** an in a shootout in the bronze medal match in Santiago to ensure qualification for the 2026 edition.
#named #ayeisha #head #grundie
McFerran's many achievements in the game included being named Goalkeeper of the Tournament at the 2018 World Cup, at which Ireland were silver medallists.
Head coach Gareth Grundie has announced a 20-player squad to travel to Wavre, Belgium.
In McFerran's absence, Lizzy Murphy and Holly Micklem are named, offering them their first chance to potentially represent Ireland in goals on one of hockey's biggest stages.
The side will be making their third successive appearance at at a World Cup, having beaten ****** an in a shootout in the bronze medal match in Santiago to ensure qualification for the 2026 edition.
#named #ayeisha #head #grundie
12 hours ago
On a night where your job appears to be on the line, that was not the performance Brewers right-hander Brandon Sproat was needing to have.
Sproat struggled to finish innings once again, getting the first two outs in the 1st, before allowing a single and a walk. Then he put together his first 1-2-3 inning since June 30th, and then the rails promptly fell off.
Sproat got the first two batters out in the 3rd, then allowed back-to-back singles and then a walk to load the bases. Spencer Horwitz promptly doubled to clear the bases and bring home three runs. That was bad enough. Then the 4th inning happened.
A leadoff single from Endy Rodriguez put a runner on. Then as Sproat faced Jacob Gonzalez, he threw a wild pitch, and then threw another wild pitch. Back-to-back wild pitches was enough and before Sproat could get a new baseball, Pat Murphy was out of the dugout and walking towards the mound to pull his starter from the game.
Mid-at-bat, Sproat gets pulled. You don't see that kind of frustration very often.
#single
Sproat struggled to finish innings once again, getting the first two outs in the 1st, before allowing a single and a walk. Then he put together his first 1-2-3 inning since June 30th, and then the rails promptly fell off.
Sproat got the first two batters out in the 3rd, then allowed back-to-back singles and then a walk to load the bases. Spencer Horwitz promptly doubled to clear the bases and bring home three runs. That was bad enough. Then the 4th inning happened.
A leadoff single from Endy Rodriguez put a runner on. Then as Sproat faced Jacob Gonzalez, he threw a wild pitch, and then threw another wild pitch. Back-to-back wild pitches was enough and before Sproat could get a new baseball, Pat Murphy was out of the dugout and walking towards the mound to pull his starter from the game.
Mid-at-bat, Sproat gets pulled. You don't see that kind of frustration very often.
#single
14 hours ago
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers had their sights set on acquiring a top-tier pitcher before the trade deadline — namely Tarik Skubal — but had to shift gears when the back-to-back AL Cy Young Award winner ended up with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Instead, the Brewers, who entered Monday tied with the Dodgers for the best record in the major leagues, settled for veteran starter Dustin May, who was acquired from the St. Louis Cardinals shortly before the deadline.
Milwaukee also got left-handed reliever JoJo Romero in the deal. In exchange, the Brewers sent minor league outfielders Alexander Frías and Josiah Ragsdale to the Cardinals.
The NL Central leaders bolstered their bullpen further by obtaining reliever Antonio Senzatela from the Colorado Rockies for left-hander Mark Manfredi, who has split time between Double-A Biloxi and Triple-A Nashville, and infielder Juan Martínez, who has played with the Rookie ACL Brewers and Class A Wilson this season.
"The fans have every right to have any opinion they want about what we should or shouldn't do," Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy said before Monday night's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. "But ****** ody wants to win more than the guys in that (clubhouse)."
#milwaukee #deadline
Instead, the Brewers, who entered Monday tied with the Dodgers for the best record in the major leagues, settled for veteran starter Dustin May, who was acquired from the St. Louis Cardinals shortly before the deadline.
Milwaukee also got left-handed reliever JoJo Romero in the deal. In exchange, the Brewers sent minor league outfielders Alexander Frías and Josiah Ragsdale to the Cardinals.
The NL Central leaders bolstered their bullpen further by obtaining reliever Antonio Senzatela from the Colorado Rockies for left-hander Mark Manfredi, who has split time between Double-A Biloxi and Triple-A Nashville, and infielder Juan Martínez, who has played with the Rookie ACL Brewers and Class A Wilson this season.
"The fans have every right to have any opinion they want about what we should or shouldn't do," Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy said before Monday night's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. "But ****** ody wants to win more than the guys in that (clubhouse)."
#milwaukee #deadline
14 hours ago
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy has been slowed considerably in 2026 by hip and back injuries, but he's been on the mend, and he looked as spry as a cat jumping out of the dugout Aug. 3 to take the ball from starter Brandon Sproat.
In a highly rare move within a Major League Baseball game, Murphy made a pitching change in the middle of an at-bat, ending Sproat's night in the middle of the fourth inning with a 2-1 count on the inning's second batter, Pittsburgh's Jacob Gonzalez.
Sproat had just thrown back-to-back ****** to the backstop, allowing leadoff baserunner Endy Rodríguez to move to second base and then third with ****** ody out. The Pirates already had a 3-0 lead after a bases-clearing double in the third, all after Sproat had retired the first two men he faced in the inning.
Sproat finished with four strikeouts and three wild pitches in three-plus innings. The latest illustration of his erratic season might be the one that costs him a spot in the rotation; the Brewers traded for Cardinals starter Dustin May earlier in the day, Kyle Harrison is expected back from the injured list imminently, and Sproat's hold on a rotation spot already appeared tenuous.
More: Brewers' Pat Murphy says Skubal trade came down to more than 'better package'
#murphy
In a highly rare move within a Major League Baseball game, Murphy made a pitching change in the middle of an at-bat, ending Sproat's night in the middle of the fourth inning with a 2-1 count on the inning's second batter, Pittsburgh's Jacob Gonzalez.
Sproat had just thrown back-to-back ****** to the backstop, allowing leadoff baserunner Endy Rodríguez to move to second base and then third with ****** ody out. The Pirates already had a 3-0 lead after a bases-clearing double in the third, all after Sproat had retired the first two men he faced in the inning.
Sproat finished with four strikeouts and three wild pitches in three-plus innings. The latest illustration of his erratic season might be the one that costs him a spot in the rotation; the Brewers traded for Cardinals starter Dustin May earlier in the day, Kyle Harrison is expected back from the injured list imminently, and Sproat's hold on a rotation spot already appeared tenuous.
More: Brewers' Pat Murphy says Skubal trade came down to more than 'better package'
#murphy
14 hours ago
Dax Hill got a big smile on his face when asked how the Cincinnati Bengals defensive backs are impacted by a consistent pass rush showing up early in training camp.
The Bengals defense had another good day Monday, Aug. 3 as the pads came on for the first time, and the defensive line's pressure on the quarterbacks especially stood out.
That allowed the secondary more opportunities for pass breakups.
Hill had a punch-out in coverage on tight end Mike Gesicki at the end of practice, DJ Turner almost picked off Joe Burrow in another 11-on-11 series, Jordan Battle was making plays in coverage and against the run, including one pass breakup on Ja'Marr Chase, and those were just a few highlights.
Defensive end Boye Mafe especially was in Burrow's face quite a bit; Myles Murphy had multiple pressures and rookie Cashius Howell had a "sack."
#especially
The Bengals defense had another good day Monday, Aug. 3 as the pads came on for the first time, and the defensive line's pressure on the quarterbacks especially stood out.
That allowed the secondary more opportunities for pass breakups.
Hill had a punch-out in coverage on tight end Mike Gesicki at the end of practice, DJ Turner almost picked off Joe Burrow in another 11-on-11 series, Jordan Battle was making plays in coverage and against the run, including one pass breakup on Ja'Marr Chase, and those were just a few highlights.
Defensive end Boye Mafe especially was in Burrow's face quite a bit; Myles Murphy had multiple pressures and rookie Cashius Howell had a "sack."
#especially
15 hours ago
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy has been slowed considerably in 2026 by hip and back injuries, but he's been on the mend, and he looked as spry as a cat jumping out of the dugout Aug. 3 to take the ball from starter Brandon Sproat.
In a highly rare move within a Major League Baseball game, Murphy made a pitching change in the middle of an at-bat, ending Sproat's night in the middle of the fourth inning with a 2-1 count on the inning's second batter, Pittsburgh's Jacob Gonzalez.
Sproat had just thrown back-to-back **** to the backstop, allowing leadoff baserunner Endy Rodríguez to move to second base and then third with **** ody out. The Pirates already had a 3-0 lead after a bases-clearing double in the third, all after Sproat had retired the first two men he faced in the inning.
Sproat finished with four strikeouts and three wild pitches in three-plus innings. The latest illustration of his erratic season might be the one that costs him a spot in the rotation; the Brewers traded for Cardinals starter Dustin May earlier in the day, Kyle Harrison is expected back from the injured list imminently, and Sproat's hold on a rotation spot already appeared tenuous.
More: Brewers' Pat Murphy says Skubal trade came down to more than 'better package'
#sproat #brewers #back #starter
In a highly rare move within a Major League Baseball game, Murphy made a pitching change in the middle of an at-bat, ending Sproat's night in the middle of the fourth inning with a 2-1 count on the inning's second batter, Pittsburgh's Jacob Gonzalez.
Sproat had just thrown back-to-back **** to the backstop, allowing leadoff baserunner Endy Rodríguez to move to second base and then third with **** ody out. The Pirates already had a 3-0 lead after a bases-clearing double in the third, all after Sproat had retired the first two men he faced in the inning.
Sproat finished with four strikeouts and three wild pitches in three-plus innings. The latest illustration of his erratic season might be the one that costs him a spot in the rotation; the Brewers traded for Cardinals starter Dustin May earlier in the day, Kyle Harrison is expected back from the injured list imminently, and Sproat's hold on a rotation spot already appeared tenuous.
More: Brewers' Pat Murphy says Skubal trade came down to more than 'better package'
#sproat #brewers #back #starter
15 hours ago
Aug. 3—Dax Hill got a big smile on his face when asked how the Cincinnati Bengals defensive backs are impacted by a consistent pass rush showing up early in training camp.
The Bengals defense had another good day Monday, Aug. 3 as the pads came on for the first time, and the defensive line's pressure on the quarterbacks especially stood out.
That allowed the secondary more opportunities for pass breakups.
Hill had a punch-out in coverage on tight end Mike Gesicki at the end of practice, DJ Turner almost picked off Joe Burrow in another 11-on-11 series, Jordan Battle was making plays in coverage and against the run, including one pass breakup on Ja'Marr Chase, and those were just a few highlights.
Defensive end Boye Mafe especially was in Burrow's face quite a bit; Myles Murphy had multiple pressures and rookie Cashius Howell had a "sack."
#bengals #face #especially
The Bengals defense had another good day Monday, Aug. 3 as the pads came on for the first time, and the defensive line's pressure on the quarterbacks especially stood out.
That allowed the secondary more opportunities for pass breakups.
Hill had a punch-out in coverage on tight end Mike Gesicki at the end of practice, DJ Turner almost picked off Joe Burrow in another 11-on-11 series, Jordan Battle was making plays in coverage and against the run, including one pass breakup on Ja'Marr Chase, and those were just a few highlights.
Defensive end Boye Mafe especially was in Burrow's face quite a bit; Myles Murphy had multiple pressures and rookie Cashius Howell had a "sack."
#bengals #face #especially
1 day ago
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 08: Manager Pat Murphy of the Milwaukee Brewers looks on prior to game three of the National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on October 08, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Milwaukee Brewers have spent the last few seasons proving that they can contend with anyone despite operating under vastly different financial realities than baseball's biggest spenders.
With another postseason push well underway, they have again positioned themselves among the National League's elite with the best record in all of Major League Baseball.
But after one star-studded rival dramatically widened the talent gap just before the trade deadline, Brewers skipper Pat Murphy was forced to acknowledge the clear favorite for a World Series ****** le.
Blue Jays Send Clear George Springer Message With Deadline Move
#brewers #murphy #milwaukee #national
The Milwaukee Brewers have spent the last few seasons proving that they can contend with anyone despite operating under vastly different financial realities than baseball's biggest spenders.
With another postseason push well underway, they have again positioned themselves among the National League's elite with the best record in all of Major League Baseball.
But after one star-studded rival dramatically widened the talent gap just before the trade deadline, Brewers skipper Pat Murphy was forced to acknowledge the clear favorite for a World Series ****** le.
Blue Jays Send Clear George Springer Message With Deadline Move
#brewers #murphy #milwaukee #national
1 day ago
Cardiff City midfielder Alex Robertson says missing out on a place in Australia's World Cup squad was "tough to take", but insists his full focus is now on helping the Bluebirds build on last season's success.
Twelve months ago, Robertson's Cardiff future appeared uncertain. The 23-year-old was left out of the matchday squad entirely until late October and faced a battle to establish himself under manager Brian Barry-Murphy.
Fast forward a year and the midfielder looks set to play a leading role as Cardiff prepare for their Championship return.
"I'm playing. I'm involved. This time last year I wasn't," Robertson said.
"So obviously things have changed. I just want to give my best for the club, the team and the staff that put so much work in every day."
#cardiff #midfielder #city
Twelve months ago, Robertson's Cardiff future appeared uncertain. The 23-year-old was left out of the matchday squad entirely until late October and faced a battle to establish himself under manager Brian Barry-Murphy.
Fast forward a year and the midfielder looks set to play a leading role as Cardiff prepare for their Championship return.
"I'm playing. I'm involved. This time last year I wasn't," Robertson said.
"So obviously things have changed. I just want to give my best for the club, the team and the staff that put so much work in every day."
#cardiff #midfielder #city
2 days ago
When Jacoby Brissett returned to full practice reps earlier this week, following the conclusion of his contract negotiation saga, he immediately elevated the first-team offense. Head coach Mike LaFleur even acknowledged that practice on Friday, July 31 was the best that his group has looked since training camp began.
But two days later, Brissett and the Cardinals' offense took a step backward.
Most notably, Brissett finished the day with two interceptions. Both resulted from poor reads. On the first, he threw directly at cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting, who undercut an out route from Michael Wilson. On the second, he never saw linebacker Cody Simon gaining depth in the flat, where he stepped in front of Marvin Harrison Jr. on another out route.
With Brissett struggling, Harrison finished the day without a single catch on just one target. Wilson caught one ball on his two targets. The lone bright spot for the starting offense was Trey McBride, who caught all six of his targets, including a touchdown during red zone work.
The biggest silver lining, though, came from the backups. Carson Beck had his best day of training camp, with a few standout throws. On one, he layered a perfect pass over a linebacker to hit Simi Fehoko over the middle. On the very next play, he stepped through a muddled pocket to find Xavier Weaver for a touchdown. Later, he went back to Weaver on the goal line, with a well-placed ball where only Weaver could catch it.
#offense #first #training
But two days later, Brissett and the Cardinals' offense took a step backward.
Most notably, Brissett finished the day with two interceptions. Both resulted from poor reads. On the first, he threw directly at cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting, who undercut an out route from Michael Wilson. On the second, he never saw linebacker Cody Simon gaining depth in the flat, where he stepped in front of Marvin Harrison Jr. on another out route.
With Brissett struggling, Harrison finished the day without a single catch on just one target. Wilson caught one ball on his two targets. The lone bright spot for the starting offense was Trey McBride, who caught all six of his targets, including a touchdown during red zone work.
The biggest silver lining, though, came from the backups. Carson Beck had his best day of training camp, with a few standout throws. On one, he layered a perfect pass over a linebacker to hit Simi Fehoko over the middle. On the very next play, he stepped through a muddled pocket to find Xavier Weaver for a touchdown. Later, he went back to Weaver on the goal line, with a well-placed ball where only Weaver could catch it.
#offense #first #training
2 days ago
Vinicius Jr. is set to return to Real Madrid training next week, and as his return to the Spanish capital nears, the rumours around his uncertain future grow.
As matters stand, he has two clear options – compromise and agree to the club's financial terms to stay with a renewal, or chase the finances he dreams of and push for an exit to ***** nal, who are the only major European giants who can afford the move.
The player is reportedly keen on staying and is even open to compromise of some degree. However, the two parties are still far from reaching any form of agreement and ***** nal are looking to capitalise on the same.
As reported by Mario Cortegana in a recent update, the Gunners' manager Mikel Arteta 'loves' Vinicius and would be delighted to have him in his plans for next season. The club, as a whole, are crazy about signing the player.
Arteta 'loves' Vinicius. (Photo by Harry Murphy/Getty Images)
#player #madrid
As matters stand, he has two clear options – compromise and agree to the club's financial terms to stay with a renewal, or chase the finances he dreams of and push for an exit to ***** nal, who are the only major European giants who can afford the move.
The player is reportedly keen on staying and is even open to compromise of some degree. However, the two parties are still far from reaching any form of agreement and ***** nal are looking to capitalise on the same.
As reported by Mario Cortegana in a recent update, the Gunners' manager Mikel Arteta 'loves' Vinicius and would be delighted to have him in his plans for next season. The club, as a whole, are crazy about signing the player.
Arteta 'loves' Vinicius. (Photo by Harry Murphy/Getty Images)
#player #madrid
3 days ago
Dexter Lawrence was brought in by the Cincinnati Bengals straight up for the 10th overall pick. That brings some hefty expectations beyond just being a good player. He needs to be a player that makes everyone around him better.
So far we have seen signs of that, but it will be hard to really see until they line up Week 1 against another team.
Defensive lineman Myles Murphy has already seen the impact.
"Really, just a lot of it has been like him sharing his knowledge with the defensive tackles," Murphy told FOX19. "It correlates to everyone on the D-line just getting off blocks in general. So I mean, it's been huge to have him as like another coach in a sense. So yeah, I think it helps all of us."
Lawrence has picked up plenty of tips and tricks over his time in the NFL. He has been a dominant force, and not all of that has been because of his physical ability.
#murphy #really #dexter
So far we have seen signs of that, but it will be hard to really see until they line up Week 1 against another team.
Defensive lineman Myles Murphy has already seen the impact.
"Really, just a lot of it has been like him sharing his knowledge with the defensive tackles," Murphy told FOX19. "It correlates to everyone on the D-line just getting off blocks in general. So I mean, it's been huge to have him as like another coach in a sense. So yeah, I think it helps all of us."
Lawrence has picked up plenty of tips and tricks over his time in the NFL. He has been a dominant force, and not all of that has been because of his physical ability.
#murphy #really #dexter
3 days ago
It's safe to say that Seattle Seahawks stars Leonard Williams and Byron Murphy are two of the best players at the defensive tackle position in the NFL.
CBS Sports released their top 10 rankings for every defensive position in the NFL on Thursday, and first ranked Williams No. 4 overall among all interior defensive linemen in the league.
"Williams has been an absolute steal for the Seahawks, who have had no shortage of them as part of their run to Super Bowl champs," CBS Sports' **** ysts said. "Acquired from the Giants for a third-rounder and a fifth-rounder, Williams has played at an All-Pro level the last two seasons."
Williams earned an All-Pro nod last season as a second-team honoree. He recorded seven sacks on the year and was one of the most technically sound and explosive players at the position.
Murphy was ranked No. 6 overall after having a breakout year in 2025.
#ranked
CBS Sports released their top 10 rankings for every defensive position in the NFL on Thursday, and first ranked Williams No. 4 overall among all interior defensive linemen in the league.
"Williams has been an absolute steal for the Seahawks, who have had no shortage of them as part of their run to Super Bowl champs," CBS Sports' **** ysts said. "Acquired from the Giants for a third-rounder and a fifth-rounder, Williams has played at an All-Pro level the last two seasons."
Williams earned an All-Pro nod last season as a second-team honoree. He recorded seven sacks on the year and was one of the most technically sound and explosive players at the position.
Murphy was ranked No. 6 overall after having a breakout year in 2025.
#ranked
3 days ago
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 09: Sean Murphy #12 of the Atlanta Braves stands off first base in the second inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park on April 09, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. ***** /Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 02: Sean Murphy #12 of the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium on September 02, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 08: Sean Murphy #12 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates hitting a solo home run in the seventh during a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on June 8, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 29: Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves bats against the New York Mets during their game at Citi Field on July 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
On Friday, the Atlanta Braves are playing the second game of their series with the Washington Nationals at Truist Park in Georgia.
#Braves #washington #murphy
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 02: Sean Murphy #12 of the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium on September 02, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 08: Sean Murphy #12 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates hitting a solo home run in the seventh during a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on June 8, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 29: Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves bats against the New York Mets during their game at Citi Field on July 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
On Friday, the Atlanta Braves are playing the second game of their series with the Washington Nationals at Truist Park in Georgia.
#Braves #washington #murphy
4 days ago
Mike Boynton Jr. is going outside the college ranks to fill another position on his inaugural coaching staff at Michigan.
The Wolverines are set to hire Dylan Murphy, who most recently was head coach of the NBA G League's Osceola Magic, as an **** istant coach.
Elfus Sports Management, which represents Murphy, shared the news on social media Friday night.
Murphy has spent the past eight years as a member of the NBA's Orlando Magic organization and the last three as head coach of Orlando's affiliate club. He guided the Osceola Magic to first-place finishes in the Eastern Conference each season and to the G League Finals in 2025.
Prior to that, he was an **** istant coach with the Orlando Magic for three seasons (2020-23) and served as the team's basketball operations **** yst from 2018-20.
#Magic #murphy #head #mike
The Wolverines are set to hire Dylan Murphy, who most recently was head coach of the NBA G League's Osceola Magic, as an **** istant coach.
Elfus Sports Management, which represents Murphy, shared the news on social media Friday night.
Murphy has spent the past eight years as a member of the NBA's Orlando Magic organization and the last three as head coach of Orlando's affiliate club. He guided the Osceola Magic to first-place finishes in the Eastern Conference each season and to the G League Finals in 2025.
Prior to that, he was an **** istant coach with the Orlando Magic for three seasons (2020-23) and served as the team's basketball operations **** yst from 2018-20.
#Magic #murphy #head #mike
4 days ago
Michigan basketball continues to round out its coaching staff, this time with an outside-the-college-game hire.
The Wolverines are set to add Dylan Murphy, who most recently was coach of the Osceola Magic of the NBA G League, as an **** istant coach, a person with knowledge of the move confirmed to the Detroit Free Press.
Before Murphy was coach in Osceola for the past three seasons, he was an **** istant with the Orlando Magic (2020-23) for three years and served as the team's basketball operations **** yst from 2018-20. Murphy, who led the team to two first-place finishes in the Eastern Conference in three seasons, was also named the G League coach of the month in March 2025.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Michigan basketball set to add Louisville to 2026-27 schedule
"It's a work in progress," Michigan coach Mike Boynton Jr. said of rounding out the staff earlier in the week. "There's a process here that we have to go through. We're following that process now, but I feel very confident that we're going to be able to put together some really [good] experience from a wide variety of backgrounds that could bring different things to the table."
#Basketball #Magic #we 're #staff
The Wolverines are set to add Dylan Murphy, who most recently was coach of the Osceola Magic of the NBA G League, as an **** istant coach, a person with knowledge of the move confirmed to the Detroit Free Press.
Before Murphy was coach in Osceola for the past three seasons, he was an **** istant with the Orlando Magic (2020-23) for three years and served as the team's basketball operations **** yst from 2018-20. Murphy, who led the team to two first-place finishes in the Eastern Conference in three seasons, was also named the G League coach of the month in March 2025.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Michigan basketball set to add Louisville to 2026-27 schedule
"It's a work in progress," Michigan coach Mike Boynton Jr. said of rounding out the staff earlier in the week. "There's a process here that we have to go through. We're following that process now, but I feel very confident that we're going to be able to put together some really [good] experience from a wide variety of backgrounds that could bring different things to the table."
#Basketball #Magic #we 're #staff
4 days ago
Michigan basketball continues to round out its coaching staff, this time with an outside-the-college-game hire.
The Wolverines are set to add Dylan Murphy, who most recently was coach of the Osceola Magic of the NBA G League, as an ***** istant coach, a person with knowledge of the move confirmed to the Detroit Free Press.
Before Murphy was coach in Osceola for the past three seasons, he was an ***** istant with the Orlando Magic (2020-23) for three years and served as the team's basketball operations ***** yst from 2018-20. Murphy, who led the team to two first-place finishes in the Eastern Conference in three seasons, was also named the G League coach of the month in March 2025.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Michigan basketball set to add Louisville to 2026-27 schedule
"It's a work in progress," Michigan coach Mike Boynton Jr. said of rounding out the staff earlier in the week. "There's a process here that we have to go through. We're following that process now, but I feel very confident that we're going to be able to put together some really [good] experience from a wide variety of backgrounds that could bring different things to the table."
#Basketball #league #we 're
The Wolverines are set to add Dylan Murphy, who most recently was coach of the Osceola Magic of the NBA G League, as an ***** istant coach, a person with knowledge of the move confirmed to the Detroit Free Press.
Before Murphy was coach in Osceola for the past three seasons, he was an ***** istant with the Orlando Magic (2020-23) for three years and served as the team's basketball operations ***** yst from 2018-20. Murphy, who led the team to two first-place finishes in the Eastern Conference in three seasons, was also named the G League coach of the month in March 2025.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Michigan basketball set to add Louisville to 2026-27 schedule
"It's a work in progress," Michigan coach Mike Boynton Jr. said of rounding out the staff earlier in the week. "There's a process here that we have to go through. We're following that process now, but I feel very confident that we're going to be able to put together some really [good] experience from a wide variety of backgrounds that could bring different things to the table."
#Basketball #league #we 're
4 days ago
The Brewers didn't get off to the best start on their six-game California road trip, dropping two of three to the San Francisco Giants. After an off day to regroup, they'll have as good an opportunity as any to get back on track against a Los Angeles Angels team that's tied with the Rockies for the worst record in baseball.
On the mound for the Brewers is left-hander Shane Drohan, who's been excellent in his first season with the organization. Drohan has posted a 3.51 ERA while striking out 82 batters in 82 innings this year. He was originally scheduled to start the series finale against the Giants, but Brewers manager Pat Murphy instead called up Thomas Pannone for a spot start to give his rotation a little extra rest.
The Angels will counter with 23-year-old right-hander Ryan Johnson, their second-round competitive balance selection in the 2024 draft. Johnson made headlines last season after breaking camp with the big league club despite never pitching in the minor leagues. He struggled to a 7.36 ERA across 14 relief appearances as a rookie and has posted an almost identical 7.34 ERA through 11 appearances (eight starts) this season.
As for the lineup, Brice Turang and Jackson Chourio will bat first and second for the second straight game, followed by designated hitter Christian Yelich. William Contreras will hit cleanup, with Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell batting fifth and sixth. Rounding out the lineup are Luis Lara (.832 OPS in his first 42 at-bats as a Brewer), David Hamilton, and Cooper Pratt. With Hamilton starting at third base, Joey Ortiz is out of the lineup again tonight.
One final piece of roster news: left-hander DL Hall, who owns a 2.03 ERA in 24 appearances this season, has been activated from the injured list. Pannone was designated for **** ignment in a corresponding move.
#brewers #hander
On the mound for the Brewers is left-hander Shane Drohan, who's been excellent in his first season with the organization. Drohan has posted a 3.51 ERA while striking out 82 batters in 82 innings this year. He was originally scheduled to start the series finale against the Giants, but Brewers manager Pat Murphy instead called up Thomas Pannone for a spot start to give his rotation a little extra rest.
The Angels will counter with 23-year-old right-hander Ryan Johnson, their second-round competitive balance selection in the 2024 draft. Johnson made headlines last season after breaking camp with the big league club despite never pitching in the minor leagues. He struggled to a 7.36 ERA across 14 relief appearances as a rookie and has posted an almost identical 7.34 ERA through 11 appearances (eight starts) this season.
As for the lineup, Brice Turang and Jackson Chourio will bat first and second for the second straight game, followed by designated hitter Christian Yelich. William Contreras will hit cleanup, with Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell batting fifth and sixth. Rounding out the lineup are Luis Lara (.832 OPS in his first 42 at-bats as a Brewer), David Hamilton, and Cooper Pratt. With Hamilton starting at third base, Joey Ortiz is out of the lineup again tonight.
One final piece of roster news: left-hander DL Hall, who owns a 2.03 ERA in 24 appearances this season, has been activated from the injured list. Pannone was designated for **** ignment in a corresponding move.
#brewers #hander
4 days ago
The disrespect for the reigning Super Bowl LX champions Seattle Seahawks continues to grow. At this point, the growth is a daily feature. I'm talking specifically about the disrespect leveled at the Seahawks by the popular Madden video game franchise.
In the latest edition of the game, Madden 27, the team at EA Sports have been releasing their top 10 rankings for various positions, units and even teams. Seattle's elite defense was mightily disrespected earlier in the week, as Madden 27 had them as only the 10th best unit in the game. Out of the position rankings (defensive tackle, edge, linebacker, cornerback and safety) only one Seahawk - Devon Witherspoon - cracked the top 10 in any of those lists. Players like Leonard Williams, Byron Murphy II, Ernest Jones IV, Julian Love and Nick Emmanwori were nowhere to be seen.
Now, the disrespect continues to an equally insulting degree. On Friday, Madden 27 released their top 10 rankings for teams overall. Yes, Seattle did make the cut... but only barely. According to Madden 27, the Seahawks are only the 10th best team in the game. As for those ahead of them, well, just take a look for yourselves.
The Seahawks obliterated the 49ers in the Divisional Round, outlasted the Rams in the NFCCG (one missed field goal from going 3-0 against them last year) and humiliated the Patriots in Super Bowl LX.
Madden had put Seattle below all three. https://t.co/iQqX3umMZ3
Aside from the three teams I have listed in the tweet above (all with good reasons I laid out, of course) the other two insulting placements come in the form of the Detroit Lions and the Baltimore Ravens. The No. 3 and No. 4 ranked teams, really? Detroit finished 9-8 last season and weren't particularly good at anything, at least when compared to the Seahawks of course. As for the Ravens, they were 8-9 and missed the playoffs like the Lions did as well. I know Baltimore had injuries they dealt with, but they always have injuries! Not to mention they will be rolling with a first year head coach in 2026.
#Seattle #teams #rankings #super
In the latest edition of the game, Madden 27, the team at EA Sports have been releasing their top 10 rankings for various positions, units and even teams. Seattle's elite defense was mightily disrespected earlier in the week, as Madden 27 had them as only the 10th best unit in the game. Out of the position rankings (defensive tackle, edge, linebacker, cornerback and safety) only one Seahawk - Devon Witherspoon - cracked the top 10 in any of those lists. Players like Leonard Williams, Byron Murphy II, Ernest Jones IV, Julian Love and Nick Emmanwori were nowhere to be seen.
Now, the disrespect continues to an equally insulting degree. On Friday, Madden 27 released their top 10 rankings for teams overall. Yes, Seattle did make the cut... but only barely. According to Madden 27, the Seahawks are only the 10th best team in the game. As for those ahead of them, well, just take a look for yourselves.
The Seahawks obliterated the 49ers in the Divisional Round, outlasted the Rams in the NFCCG (one missed field goal from going 3-0 against them last year) and humiliated the Patriots in Super Bowl LX.
Madden had put Seattle below all three. https://t.co/iQqX3umMZ3
Aside from the three teams I have listed in the tweet above (all with good reasons I laid out, of course) the other two insulting placements come in the form of the Detroit Lions and the Baltimore Ravens. The No. 3 and No. 4 ranked teams, really? Detroit finished 9-8 last season and weren't particularly good at anything, at least when compared to the Seahawks of course. As for the Ravens, they were 8-9 and missed the playoffs like the Lions did as well. I know Baltimore had injuries they dealt with, but they always have injuries! Not to mention they will be rolling with a first year head coach in 2026.
#Seattle #teams #rankings #super
4 days ago
Hilaria Baldwin addressed public misconceptions regarding her marriage to her husband, Alec Baldwin. She shut down gold-digger claims and explained why she refuses to live as a "prisoner" to his fame. She also detailed exactly why she turned down her husband's gifts early on in the marriage.
Hilaria once again pushed back against longstanding accusations that have persisted throughout her 14-year marriage, claiming she married Alec Baldwin for his money.
The former yoga instructor sat down for a Page Six Radio interview with hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real this week. There she opened up about the earliest days of her relationship with Alec, which began back in 2011.
She clarified that she is aware people have accused her of "gold digger vibes" for marrying the older wealthy actor. However, the 42-year-old American businesswoman insisted that was never the case. She also admitted that the label is hurtful. "It hurt because like I'm not that way," she said.
To prove her point, Hilaria revealed that Alec frequently tried to buy her expensive gifts early on, but she consistently refused, determined to keep money out of the equation.
#gifts
Hilaria once again pushed back against longstanding accusations that have persisted throughout her 14-year marriage, claiming she married Alec Baldwin for his money.
The former yoga instructor sat down for a Page Six Radio interview with hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real this week. There she opened up about the earliest days of her relationship with Alec, which began back in 2011.
She clarified that she is aware people have accused her of "gold digger vibes" for marrying the older wealthy actor. However, the 42-year-old American businesswoman insisted that was never the case. She also admitted that the label is hurtful. "It hurt because like I'm not that way," she said.
To prove her point, Hilaria revealed that Alec frequently tried to buy her expensive gifts early on, but she consistently refused, determined to keep money out of the equation.
#gifts
4 days ago
Kaia Gerber and Homer Gere are promoting one of the biggest TV shows of the summer. The two are starring in Ryan Murphy's "The Shards," a series following a group of wealthy high school students in '80s Los Angeles.
Kaia Gerber & Homer Gere star in 'The Shards,' one of the most anticipated movies of the year (Getty Images)
In new interviews, Kaia and Homer discussed their parents, Cindy Crawford and Richard Gere, and whether they provided them with some '80s fashion advice.
"I remember calling my mom, going 'There's no way you were doing your hair like this for high school.' And she goes 'Oh no, no, no. I was,'" said Kaia to Entertainment Tonight.
"She was like 'I'd wake up at 4AM, set my hair, cause you had to have your hair done like that.' And that was hard to fathom for me. That was my biggest question like, 'Is this realistic?' And she was like 'Yeah.'"
#gerber #shards #high
Kaia Gerber & Homer Gere star in 'The Shards,' one of the most anticipated movies of the year (Getty Images)
In new interviews, Kaia and Homer discussed their parents, Cindy Crawford and Richard Gere, and whether they provided them with some '80s fashion advice.
"I remember calling my mom, going 'There's no way you were doing your hair like this for high school.' And she goes 'Oh no, no, no. I was,'" said Kaia to Entertainment Tonight.
"She was like 'I'd wake up at 4AM, set my hair, cause you had to have your hair done like that.' And that was hard to fathom for me. That was my biggest question like, 'Is this realistic?' And she was like 'Yeah.'"
#gerber #shards #high
4 days ago
Fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers saw T.J. Watt take a few steps back last season. Well, the rest of the NFL apparently saw his regression, too.
On Friday, Watt was revealed as No. 41 in the peer-voted NFL Top 100 Players of 2026, falling 30 spots from his No. 11 placement in 2025.
In the hype video for the No. 41 selection, fellow NFL players complimented Watt's level of play, including guest speakers like Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins, Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II, and Steelers teammate Alex Highsmith.
Watt didn't have the 2025 season he was hoping for after landing a historic $123 million extension with Pittsburgh, recording just seven sacks and 10 tackles for loss in 14 games.
Still, when healthy, Watt is capable of completely wrecking the game plan of opposing offenses and will be looking to turn back the clock in DC Patrick Graham's new defense.
#steelers #Friday
On Friday, Watt was revealed as No. 41 in the peer-voted NFL Top 100 Players of 2026, falling 30 spots from his No. 11 placement in 2025.
In the hype video for the No. 41 selection, fellow NFL players complimented Watt's level of play, including guest speakers like Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins, Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II, and Steelers teammate Alex Highsmith.
Watt didn't have the 2025 season he was hoping for after landing a historic $123 million extension with Pittsburgh, recording just seven sacks and 10 tackles for loss in 14 games.
Still, when healthy, Watt is capable of completely wrecking the game plan of opposing offenses and will be looking to turn back the clock in DC Patrick Graham's new defense.
#steelers #Friday
5 days ago
The Seattle Seahawks have some big contract decisions coming up on their big defensive tackles. While time is on their side regarding Byron Murphy II, who isn't even extension eligible until next offseason, this year is the last of Leonard Williams' three-year contract. Williams confirmed that extension talks have been opened, but he didn't go into any real details beyond that.
If you're already antsy regarding the future of one of Seattle's most important players, perhaps this will put you at ease. In a guest appearance on Daily Puck Drop with Jason Puckett, longtime NFL insider Mike Garofalo indicated that a deal is imminent. How imminent? We shouldn't be worrying about it by the time the Seahawks hang their latest Super Bowl banner.
"It is going to be a big number," Garofalo said. "It'll be before Week 1, I'll put it to you like that, and it's going to be a big number from my understanding.
"A lot of teams now are playing defenses that are really relying upon defensive tackles. The Eagles paid both of their guys [Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis] a combined $64 million per year at defensive tackle. It used to be the defensive ends were getting all the money—I mean DTs got paid along the way, but now it's like really big money for these guys because a lot of these defenses, particularly the Eagles, rely upon these defensive tackles to create havoc up front. Same for the Seahawks and what they're doing."
Garofalo is referencing Jalen Carter's $38 million/year extension, which makes him (for now) the highest paid defensive tackle in the league. Jordan Davis' contract extension was three years for $78 million, or $26 million/year.
#garofalo
If you're already antsy regarding the future of one of Seattle's most important players, perhaps this will put you at ease. In a guest appearance on Daily Puck Drop with Jason Puckett, longtime NFL insider Mike Garofalo indicated that a deal is imminent. How imminent? We shouldn't be worrying about it by the time the Seahawks hang their latest Super Bowl banner.
"It is going to be a big number," Garofalo said. "It'll be before Week 1, I'll put it to you like that, and it's going to be a big number from my understanding.
"A lot of teams now are playing defenses that are really relying upon defensive tackles. The Eagles paid both of their guys [Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis] a combined $64 million per year at defensive tackle. It used to be the defensive ends were getting all the money—I mean DTs got paid along the way, but now it's like really big money for these guys because a lot of these defenses, particularly the Eagles, rely upon these defensive tackles to create havoc up front. Same for the Seahawks and what they're doing."
Garofalo is referencing Jalen Carter's $38 million/year extension, which makes him (for now) the highest paid defensive tackle in the league. Jordan Davis' contract extension was three years for $78 million, or $26 million/year.
#garofalo
5 days ago
Stassi Schroeder discussed the negative comments she received after walking in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Show. The 38-year-old said critics compared her to SpongeBob SquarePants, and she admitted that she felt their remarks were "not wrong." However, the comparisons left her feeling insecure.
The House of Stassi star opened up to Page Six Radio on July 28 about what it was like to walk the runway. She told co-hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real, as quoted by Page Six, "The first year was really amazing. The second year, the trolls got to me."
Schroeder said online critics mocked her "rectangle" body shape and compared her to SpongeBob SquarePants. She said the comments made her wonder if she wanted to model in the magazine's annual fashion show for a third consecutive year.
The Vanderpump Rules alum made her first appearance at the SI Swimsuit show in 2025. She walked the runway again in May with Alix Earle, Tiffany Haddish, and Bethenny Frankel at Miami Swim Week. Although the criticism left her feeling "a little insecure," Schroeder said she still enjoyed the event. "I love doing it, I feel so ****** empowered, the girls are so nice. The atmosphere, the energy, it's such a girl power vibe, and everyone's there just lifting each other up. So, I really love doing it."
Schroeder previously faced public backlash in 2020 when Bravo fired her and longtime co-star Kristen Doute from Vanderpump Rules. The decision followed the resurfacing of their past racist actions toward a former cast member.
#year #show #stassi #swimsuit
The House of Stassi star opened up to Page Six Radio on July 28 about what it was like to walk the runway. She told co-hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real, as quoted by Page Six, "The first year was really amazing. The second year, the trolls got to me."
Schroeder said online critics mocked her "rectangle" body shape and compared her to SpongeBob SquarePants. She said the comments made her wonder if she wanted to model in the magazine's annual fashion show for a third consecutive year.
The Vanderpump Rules alum made her first appearance at the SI Swimsuit show in 2025. She walked the runway again in May with Alix Earle, Tiffany Haddish, and Bethenny Frankel at Miami Swim Week. Although the criticism left her feeling "a little insecure," Schroeder said she still enjoyed the event. "I love doing it, I feel so ****** empowered, the girls are so nice. The atmosphere, the energy, it's such a girl power vibe, and everyone's there just lifting each other up. So, I really love doing it."
Schroeder previously faced public backlash in 2020 when Bravo fired her and longtime co-star Kristen Doute from Vanderpump Rules. The decision followed the resurfacing of their past racist actions toward a former cast member.
#year #show #stassi #swimsuit
5 days ago
The Championship season is on the horizon, and while Cardiff City are yet to make any new additions to their squad, boss Brian Barry-Murphy has committed his future to the club.
Barry-Murphy, 44, signed an extended contract until 2029 this week ahead of leading the Bluebirds back into the second tier following promotion as League One runners-up.
The Irishman said after Cardiff's pre-season opener against FC Midtjylland that he had "never felt anything other than support" from owner Vincent Tan.
He added that they were looking to strengthen every aspect of their squad - but where do you feel Cardiff need reinforcements?
So far, the Bluebirds have only added goalkeeper Nathan Trott, signing him permanently from Danish club FC Copenhagen after his key role last campaign.
#cardiff #barry #added
Barry-Murphy, 44, signed an extended contract until 2029 this week ahead of leading the Bluebirds back into the second tier following promotion as League One runners-up.
The Irishman said after Cardiff's pre-season opener against FC Midtjylland that he had "never felt anything other than support" from owner Vincent Tan.
He added that they were looking to strengthen every aspect of their squad - but where do you feel Cardiff need reinforcements?
So far, the Bluebirds have only added goalkeeper Nathan Trott, signing him permanently from Danish club FC Copenhagen after his key role last campaign.
#cardiff #barry #added
5 days ago
Coca-Cola (KO) stock jumped 5% on Tuesday after the company beat Wall Street's earnings expectations and raised its guidance as consumers turned to lower-calorie trademark ****** e options, such as ****** e Zero and Diet ****** e.
The stock posted its best day since November 2020.
The soda giant was able to tap into health-conscious consumers and those leaning into America 250 and FIFA World Cup celebrations. Global unit case volume rose 5%, above the previous quarter's 3% gain and the 2.5% growth Wall Street expected, per Bloomberg consensus data. In North America, volume grew 3%.
Yet again, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar was the driving force, with volume up 16% in the quarter. Right behind it were Diet ****** e and Coca-Cola Light, up 7%.
"Diet ****** e was up 7% for the quarter, also, having its moment," CFO John Murphy told Yahoo Finance on Tuesday. "We have ****** e Zero in certain parts of Europe beginning to build scale. You're going to hear a lot more about that in the next 12 to 18 months."
#volume
The stock posted its best day since November 2020.
The soda giant was able to tap into health-conscious consumers and those leaning into America 250 and FIFA World Cup celebrations. Global unit case volume rose 5%, above the previous quarter's 3% gain and the 2.5% growth Wall Street expected, per Bloomberg consensus data. In North America, volume grew 3%.
Yet again, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar was the driving force, with volume up 16% in the quarter. Right behind it were Diet ****** e and Coca-Cola Light, up 7%.
"Diet ****** e was up 7% for the quarter, also, having its moment," CFO John Murphy told Yahoo Finance on Tuesday. "We have ****** e Zero in certain parts of Europe beginning to build scale. You're going to hear a lot more about that in the next 12 to 18 months."
#volume
6 days ago
By Nate Raymond
July 28 (Reuters) - EBay and three former top executives have agreed to pay $55.7 million to resolve a lawsuit by a Massachusetts couple who fell victim to a bizarre stalking and harassment campaign carried out by several of its employees in retaliation for their coverage of the e-commerce company in a newsletter they publish.
David and Ina Steiner announced the settlement late on Monday, bringing an end to a case they filed in 2021 in Boston federal court after several former eBay employees were prosecuted for targeting them in a cyber-stalking campaign that involved sending the couple ****** roaches, fly larvae and a ****** Halloween pig mask.
As part of the settlement, eBay agreed to pay $46.15 million to the couple; fund $6 million in charitable contributions to nonprofit organizations; and issue a "strongly-worded" statement about the conduct of three of its top former executives.
"We believe this resolution sends a clear message that corporations and their executives cannot engage in this type of misconduct without facing significant consequences," Christopher Murphy, the Steiners' attorney, said in a statement.
#couple
July 28 (Reuters) - EBay and three former top executives have agreed to pay $55.7 million to resolve a lawsuit by a Massachusetts couple who fell victim to a bizarre stalking and harassment campaign carried out by several of its employees in retaliation for their coverage of the e-commerce company in a newsletter they publish.
David and Ina Steiner announced the settlement late on Monday, bringing an end to a case they filed in 2021 in Boston federal court after several former eBay employees were prosecuted for targeting them in a cyber-stalking campaign that involved sending the couple ****** roaches, fly larvae and a ****** Halloween pig mask.
As part of the settlement, eBay agreed to pay $46.15 million to the couple; fund $6 million in charitable contributions to nonprofit organizations; and issue a "strongly-worded" statement about the conduct of three of its top former executives.
"We believe this resolution sends a clear message that corporations and their executives cannot engage in this type of misconduct without facing significant consequences," Christopher Murphy, the Steiners' attorney, said in a statement.
#couple
6 days ago
By Nate Raymond
July 28 (Reuters) - EBay and three former top executives have agreed to pay $55.7 million to resolve a lawsuit by a Massachusetts couple who fell victim to a bizarre stalking and harassment campaign carried out by several of its employees in retaliation for their coverage of the e-commerce company in a newsletter they publish.
David and Ina Steiner announced the settlement late on Monday, bringing an end to a case they filed in 2021 in Boston federal court after several former eBay employees were prosecuted for targeting them in a cyber-stalking campaign that involved sending the couple **** roaches, fly larvae and a **** Halloween pig mask.
As part of the settlement, eBay agreed to pay $46.15 million to the couple; fund $6 million in charitable contributions to nonprofit organizations; and issue a "strongly-worded" statement about the conduct of three of its top former executives.
"We believe this resolution sends a clear message that corporations and their executives cannot engage in this type of misconduct without facing significant consequences," Christopher Murphy, the Steiners' attorney, said in a statement.
#million #couple #stalking
July 28 (Reuters) - EBay and three former top executives have agreed to pay $55.7 million to resolve a lawsuit by a Massachusetts couple who fell victim to a bizarre stalking and harassment campaign carried out by several of its employees in retaliation for their coverage of the e-commerce company in a newsletter they publish.
David and Ina Steiner announced the settlement late on Monday, bringing an end to a case they filed in 2021 in Boston federal court after several former eBay employees were prosecuted for targeting them in a cyber-stalking campaign that involved sending the couple **** roaches, fly larvae and a **** Halloween pig mask.
As part of the settlement, eBay agreed to pay $46.15 million to the couple; fund $6 million in charitable contributions to nonprofit organizations; and issue a "strongly-worded" statement about the conduct of three of its top former executives.
"We believe this resolution sends a clear message that corporations and their executives cannot engage in this type of misconduct without facing significant consequences," Christopher Murphy, the Steiners' attorney, said in a statement.
#million #couple #stalking
6 days ago
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Credit: NBC, James Brown
Eddie Murphy became one of Hollywood's biggest stars at such a young age, and there was no obvious handbook waiting for him. He had other successful Black entertainers to look toward, but the advice he received was not always practical. James Brown, for instance, apparently believed the then up-and-coming young comedian's best path to a long career involved cleaner language and a shovel. Thankfully, the legendary Saturday Night Live veteran did not take his advice.
Murphy recalled the wonderfully strange conversation in Apple TV's Number One on the Call Sheet: Black Leading Men in Hollywood. The two-part documentary gathers prominent Black actors to discuss their breakthroughs, struggles and the people who helped them navigate the industry. His story begins with Brown warning that his famously profane stand-up act could shorten his time in show business. Per the Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood sketch performer:
James Brown told me to; he asked me to — he told me I should stop cursing. He said, 'You want to be in this business a long time? You can stop that cursing.'
#james #business #told
Credit: NBC, James Brown
Eddie Murphy became one of Hollywood's biggest stars at such a young age, and there was no obvious handbook waiting for him. He had other successful Black entertainers to look toward, but the advice he received was not always practical. James Brown, for instance, apparently believed the then up-and-coming young comedian's best path to a long career involved cleaner language and a shovel. Thankfully, the legendary Saturday Night Live veteran did not take his advice.
Murphy recalled the wonderfully strange conversation in Apple TV's Number One on the Call Sheet: Black Leading Men in Hollywood. The two-part documentary gathers prominent Black actors to discuss their breakthroughs, struggles and the people who helped them navigate the industry. His story begins with Brown warning that his famously profane stand-up act could shorten his time in show business. Per the Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood sketch performer:
James Brown told me to; he asked me to — he told me I should stop cursing. He said, 'You want to be in this business a long time? You can stop that cursing.'
#james #business #told
6 days ago
World champion Wu Yize struck three centuries as he beat Si Jiahui 6-2 in the second round of the Shanghai Masters.
In his first match of the season, Yize went 3-0 up before his Chinese compatriot pulled two frames back.
Yize responded by knocking in breaks of 108 and two 140s as he took three frames in a row for a victory which sets up a quarter-final against Shaun Murphy in a repeat of their thrilling 2026 World Championship final.
Murphy came through a tough battle with Zhou Yuelong before winning 6-5 as he struck a 65 to win the deciding frame.
"It was great to feel the enthusiasm from the crowd. It's been quite a while since I last played in front of fans like this," said Yize, 22.
#shanghai #masters
In his first match of the season, Yize went 3-0 up before his Chinese compatriot pulled two frames back.
Yize responded by knocking in breaks of 108 and two 140s as he took three frames in a row for a victory which sets up a quarter-final against Shaun Murphy in a repeat of their thrilling 2026 World Championship final.
Murphy came through a tough battle with Zhou Yuelong before winning 6-5 as he struck a 65 to win the deciding frame.
"It was great to feel the enthusiasm from the crowd. It's been quite a while since I last played in front of fans like this," said Yize, 22.
#shanghai #masters
