Gabi Nunes has left Aston Villa to become another Brazilian addition to Orlando Pride.
At 29 and after four seasons in Europe, across Spain and England, Gabi Nunes is set to explore women's football in the United States.
"Gabi is a player with extensive experience at both club and international level, and we are delighted to welcome her to Orlando," said Caitlin Carducci, the team's director.
"She has performed consistently in elite leagues around the world and brings quality, versatility and a proven ability to score goals. We believe she will be a valuable addition to our squad as we continue to pursue our objectives."
Orlando Pride are not having a strong season in the NWSL at the moment. Even with the legendary Marta, the Florida side currently sit 10th in the table and need to climb two places to advance to the knockout stage.

#nunes #pride #aston #brazilian

Baron Capital, an investment management company, released its Q2 2026 investor letter for the "Baron Health Care Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. The Fund gained 11.99% during the quarter, compared with the 10.48% gain for the Russell 3000 Health Care Index and the 15.44% gain for the Russell 3000 Index. Since inception, the Fund appreciated 10.61% on an annualized basis, compared with 10.02% for the Benchmark and 14.83% for the Index. Strong stock selection in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, health care equipment, and life sciences tools and services supported the Fund's outperformance, although limited exposure to managed care stocks reduced relative returns. The Fund remains positive on health care due to improving biotechnology funding, strong acquisition activity, recovering managed care margins, and growth from an aging population, chronic disease, medical innovation, and higher health care spending. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know the best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Baron Health Care Fund highlighted Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG). Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) develops, manufactures, and markets products that enable physicians and healthcare providers to enhance the quality of and access to minimally invasive care in the United States and internationally. On August 3, 2026, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) closed at $375.41 per share. The one-month return of Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) was -13.53% and its shares lost 26.60% over the past 52 weeks. Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) has a market capitalization of $132.62 billion.
Baron Health Care Fund stated the following regarding Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) sells robotic-assisted surgical systems. Shares declined after the company's first-quarter U.S. system placements came in below investor expectations. Medical device stocks also broadly underperformed the market amid concerns that health care utilization trends could decelerate following the expiration of Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. Concerns were further compounded by the potential impact of Medicaid work requirements expected to take effect in 2027. Despite these headwinds, we believe Intuitive can continue to grow revenue at a mid-teens rate for many years and remain positive on the company's long-term growth outlook."
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 103 hedge fund portfolios held Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) at the end of the first quarter which was 109 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI

In 2007, actor and comedian Robin Williams traveled to Kuwait for an appearance at Camp Arifjan.

Williams was doing his best to entertain the troops when they suddenly stopped paying attention to the stage. They immediately shifted their focus behind them to render honors as the American flag was lowered. Williams wasn't so much offended as mildly perplexed. At first, he didn't understand what was going on.

Related: Bob Hope entertained the troops from WWII to Desert Storm

Once the service members explained it to Williams, he brought it back to why he traveled 8,000 miles from home.

"Sort of reminds you why we're here, doesn't it?" Williams replied, according to a 2014 Defense Department article.

Here are seven celebrities who were committed to showing their appreciation for the United States military.
Bob Hope (middle) and his USO troupe visit a hospital ward in the South Pacific in 1944. (Library of Congress)
We start with the OG of military entertainers. Hope performed for troops domestically and overseas for five decades, beginning with a performance at March Field in California in 1941. Hope, whose "Road to…" films with Bing Crosby became popular with moviegoers, never tired of traveling to see troops.

His 57 tours with the United Service Organizations conveyed his appreciation to his adopted country. Born in London in 1903, Hope moved to America at an early age. He became a U.S. citizen when he was 17 years old.

"He brought such enthusiasm, brought your life back to you," Navy Seabee Ron Ronning said of Hope's last USO show during the Vietnam War in late 1972. "You felt like you were renewed."

Hope died on July 27, 2003, at the age of 100.
Country singer/songwriter Toby Keith salutes more than 1,000 service members who came to see his concert at Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, April 27, 2009. (U.S. Army/Capt. Michael Greenberger)
Lee Greenwood has "God Bless the USA," perhaps the quintessential patriotic song. Few singers, though, compiled a music catalog that honored the military quite like Keith.

The "American Soldier," "Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue," and "Call a Marine" singer participated in 18 USO tours. By one estimate, he performed in front of 250,000-plus troops in 17 countries. When mortar fire interrupted a set in Afghanistan, Keith left the stage. He and troops sprinted about a hundred yards to a concrete bunker. There, he signed autographs until he could return to doing what he did best.

"I've met so many great, brave service men and women over the years and had so many wonderful experiences, that I can barely remember them all," Keith said in 2012. "… I won't ever stop doing my part to extend my thanks."

Keith died in 2024 at the age of 62.

#williams

MIAMI: Liam Hicks of the Miami Marlins looks on against the San Diego Padres in the ninth inning of the game at loanDepot park on July 25, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
Of all the catchers the Rays have traded for in recent years, Liam Hicks stands out because he is a clear upgrade. True, the 27-year-old Toronto native has kicked around since he was drafted by the Rangers in the ninth round of the 2021 draft out of Arkansas State. True, he joins Tampa Bay after hitting only one homer and three extra-base hits in his final 28 games – though he batted .292 – with Miami since being activated from the injured list, which he was placed on due to lower back strain in June.
Tampa Bay is Hicks' fourth organization in six seasons of professional baseball. The lefthanded hitter may stay put for a while. Breaking through offensively the way he has this season -- .282, 14 homers and 62 RBI -- combined with team control through 2030 are reasons why Rays' fans should feel good. Maybe a sigh of relief is in order as well given how the position has chronically underperformed. A larger sigh will be in order when Hicks rediscovers his power stroke again.
In acquiring Hicks, who is making $790,000 this season, the Rays sent three prospects to Miami: 24-year-old infielder Brayden Taylor (Rays' No. 16), 23-year-old RHP Jacob Kisting (No. 26) and 21-year-old shortstop Adrian Santana (No. 27). It marked the second straight day ahead of the trade deadline that Tampa Bay acquired a player for a trio of prospects, neither of whom was ranked higher than No. 15 in their system. The Rays acquired Freddy Peralta from the Mets on Sunday afternoon.
Hicks, who has struck out only 39 times in 354 at-bats and is joining a team that has fanned the fewest times in MLB, replaces Hunter Feduccia (dealt to the Dodgers) as the lefty in the catching platoon with Nick Fortes. He could also spell Jonathan Aranda at first base and give DH Yandy Diaz a break from time to time. Hicks became expendable because Joe Mack, who also hits from the left side and is four years younger, has emerged behind the plate for Clayton McCullough's team.

#hicks

We all make mistakes. Sometimes they happen in life, at our jobs or even when playing fantasy football (believe it or not). It's important not to dwell on these mistakes and, instead, learn from them. Our Yahoo fantasy football ****** ysts are sharing one thing they did in 2025 that they aren't going to carry into 2026 for fantasy.
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Over the years I've become especially value-driven with my salary cap drafts. I'm trying to leverage the market, I'm trying to find under-appreciated players. There's nothing wrong with that strategy, but often I come out with rosters that are more about leftovers than they are about players I actually like. This year I'm going to try to remember that it's okay to "overpay" occasionally for a player I really believe in, or a player I especially need at the time. Plus, heck, you're supposed to ****** emble a team you're going to enjoy following for several months. Don't forget to have some fun with it, too. — Scott Pianowski
It's probably a bit of a stretch to call Daniel Jones Shane Steichen's handpicked guy but at the same time, it was pretty clear that the Colts were putting their thumb on the scale to make him the heavy favorite in last year's camp competition. Regardless, I allowed my own bias about how Jones had played over the last couple of seasons to essentially prevent a ceiling outcome from even crossing my mind. I ended up losing out on chances at significant value for multiple Colts players—many of whom I had been a long-time defender of like Alec Pierce and Michael Pittman Jr.—late in fantasy drafts. Generally, if a sharp play-caller like Steichen taps a reclamation project passer who has shown positive signs in their career, we should be open to the possibility they bring some ADP beats up along with them. This season, I'm keeping my mind open to Kyler Murray reviving the Vikings offense, should he indeed prove to be Kevin O'Connell's Week 1 starter. — Matt Harmon
Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the perfect example — working behind or next to DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett for his opening two seasons. Very few memorable plays stood out. His role was more restricting than we hoped. It was easy to think we already knew what he was as an NFL player. Nico Collins was another perfect example back in 2023. But before the Year 2 breakout there was the Year 3 breakout. Before we believed the best fantasy ****** ets performed at their peak player immediately, we actually had some patience — especially in new situations. Whether that be a seismic coaching staff change in the form of a new play-caller, a new starting quarterback they are attached to or a sociable shift in the pecking order — and sometimes even all of the above. So Rome Odunze, Marvin Harrison Jr., Ladd McConkey, Xavier Worthy and Jonathon Brooks… you are on my radar. — Josh Norris

#year #like

On Sunday, the Miami Dolphins opened practice to fans for the first time in 2026, and there were several differences from the last regime. Not as much crowd entertainment, and plenty more business as there was reportedly limited music, no players on microphones and certainly no backflips or hijinks going on. New coach Jeff Hafley seems like he will be changing the tide and culture in South Florida, as the Baptist Health Training Complex stands were filled with hopeful fans.
There were some standout players from Sunday's practice including edge rushers, veteran free agent Josh Uche, and 2022 seventh-round Dolphins' draft pick Cameron Goode as well as rookie cornerback Chris Johnson who recorded an interception. Offensively some wide receivers, free agent Tutu Atwell, rookie Kevin Coleman Jr. and 2025 undrafted free agent A.J. Henning, all performed well. Additionally, 2026 third-round pick Caleb Douglas, continued to impress in his push for possibly the number one wide-out role.
Hafley spoke to South Florida media regarding Douglas saying, "I've been impressed. I think he's still got work to do and within the scheme, but we've moved him around. He's made some contested catches, which I think is very impressive with guys right there.
He continued the praise saying, "I think that's probably the No. 1 thing that I wanted to see from him; when there was people around him and when the catches were hard, could he make them? Because he does have good size and he has a good catch radius. It's a compliment to him in the first three that he's been able to make some of those plays. He's got a ways to go for what we expect of him, but I'm pleased with the way how he's approached stuff right now."
As for another rookie, linebacker Kyle Louis was doing well on special teams' work, per Dolphins writer and podcaster Travis Wingfield. He also noted that Louis was able to get into the backfield while playing defensive snaps and recorded a sack and tackle for loss.

#dolphins

Aug. 3 (UPI) -- Roman Reigns ended his feud with Seth Rollins and Kevin Owens returned in a big way at WWE SummerSlam on Sunday.
Reigns successfully defended his World Heavyweight Championship against Rollins in the main event on Sunday.
The match paid homage to Reigns and Rollins' storied history starting with their time together as iconic group The Shield. Reigns and Rollins performed each other moves and even maneuvers from missing Shield member Dean Ambrose, who now wrestles for AEW as Jon Moxley.
Reigns won the match after he was able to dodge a top rope Stomp from Rollins followed by three Spears to earn the three count. Afterwards, Reigns and Rollins performed the signature Shield fist ****** p in the middle of the ring.
Kevin Owens, who has been out of action for over a year due to injury, was added to the No. 1 contender's match between Sami Zayn and Finn Balor. The bout was turned into a Fatal 4-Way by SmackDown general manager Nick Aldis, who also added Gunther into the mix.

#rollins #owens #sunday #performed

Bianca Censori gave fans a rare glimpse of her softer side during Kanye West's concert in Madrid, Spain, this week—and it wasn't her outfit that had everyone talking.
After Kanye's performance at Riyadh Air Metropolitano, the Australian native was spotted leaving an afterparty wearing a daring black satin mini dress featuring a plunging neckline, an open back, and a detachable skirt wrapped around the hips of a bodysuit. She completed the look with her copper hair styled in loose waves and debuted subtle curtain bangs parted down the middle.
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The father of four, meanwhile, opted for an all-black leather ensemble with zippered detailing and oversized flap pockets.
A viral Reddit post from the event showed Bianca smiling as she held a young boy while Kanye performed.

#reddit

Four people were arrested after authorities said hundreds of vehicles blocked all northbound lanes of Interstate 75 during an apparent street takeover in Hillsborough County, Florida early Saturday, prompting a high-speed chase that reached 140 mph.
The incident began around 1:30 a.m. near mile marker 266 in Thonotosassa, where Florida Highway Patrol traffic cameras captured a large gathering of vehicles stopping traffic while some drivers performed burnouts in the middle of the interstate, according to an arrest report.
As troopers responded to the scene, video showed vehicles rapidly dispersing as drivers and spectators rushed back to their cars, the report said. While most of those involved were allowed to leave without facing charges, one green BMW allegedly sped away from the scene, leading a trooper to initiate a pursuit.
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According to FHP, the BMW accelerated to approximately 140 mph — about twice the posted speed limit — before exiting the interstate and eventually stopping in a parking lot.

#interstate #vehicles #chase #troopers

Jerry Jones is confident that Tony Romo won't be defined by his recent arrest.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback was arrested in Wisconsin on July 23 on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence (OWI), according to police records obtained by USA TODAY Sports. He "performed poorly on SFSTs (standard field sobriety tests)," resulting in him being taken into custody.
Jones was asked about Romo during a recent interview with KDFW Fox 4, when the Cowboys' owner said he has "been talking to" Romo in the aftermath of his arrest, and spoke glowingly about his former quarterback's character and talent.
"I love him," Jones said of Romo. "I love what he's about. I love his character. I love his love of sport. And he's a very, very unique talent. And the real question is – and I don't even have to ask what the answer is: Do you think Tony Romo knows how to get up when he gets knocked down? He had a life of that. And absolutely, that's one of his greatest attributes, is that he can handle adversity.
"And so this is something that he will work through. He is a unique talent. ... So, obviously, I'm a big fan of his, big fan of his family, and let me tell you right now, he's as real as he sounds. He feels every down time, he feels every up time."

#romo #love #cowboys

With three training camp practices complete for the Jacksonville Jaguars, let's take a look at each positional battle taking place and predict the winner based on what we currently know.
The caveat, of course, is that there are still several weeks of practices and preseason games remaining that can change the current landscape. Also, how the coaches are evaluating these competitions behind the scenes could differ from how the outside world sees things.
That said, what the starting lineups look like in practice and which players are making regular plays provide us with some potential insights into where things stand.
This competition hasn't really taken place with Chris Rodriguez still doing individual work, but Tuten has also capitalized on his opportunities.
For now, I'll defer to Mekari's experience, but as he takes limited practice reps early on, that's creating an opportunity for Wyatt Milum to get a lot of work with the starters, and he's performed well. Once the pads come on, we may have a better indication of where this battle stands, but it does seem to be heating up.

#practice

According to a report by The Athletic's Jesús Cano, Atlanta Braves first round pick AJ Gracia underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his shoulder and will miss the rest of the season. According to the report, the surgery was performed on Wednesday by Dr. Neil ElAttrache with Gracia expected to miss seven to 10 months.
Gracia was selected ninth overall by the Braves out of the University of Virginia. He took an underslot deal when he signed. Gracia was ranked second on Battery Power's mid-season prospect list.
Cano reported Gracia's surgery based on information from anonymous sources as the team has not announced this news.

#surgery

The Chicago White Sox didn't have to prove they were legitimate playoff contenders, but they affirmed as much Saturday, Aug. 1 when they acquired right-handed pitcher Luis Castillo from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for reliever Seranthony Dominguez, former prospect Nolan Jones and catching prospect Boston Smith, ESPN first reported.
Castillo, 33, was expendable in Seattle thanks to the Mariners' deep rotation, a gaggle of majors-ready prospects and the $24.1 million salary he's due in 2027. He also hasn't performed particularly well this season, posting a 5.06 ERA in 20 appearances, 17 starts, this season.
Yet Castillo is a three-time former All-Star who finished fifth in 2023 AL Cy Young Award voting and as recently as last season pitched 180 innings. He'll add length to a White Sox rotation that thins out after No. 1 starter Sean Burke and Davis Martin.
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#castillo #white #former

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce exchanged vows on July 3 in Madison Square Garden. Adam Sandler was their officiant, and the wedding guests are still talking about the couple's beautiful day. Maren Morris revealed why their vows fit their relationship.
"It just felt like you really got a closer look into their love for each other and their sense of humor," Morris, 36, told People. "Being one of 1,000 people that witnessed that, it was an honor," the "Circles Around This Town" singer said. "[The best part was] just celebrating their love for each other."
Swift, 36, and Morris's friendship started on the Reputation Stadium Tour. They performed together in Texas. "She was kind enough to ask me to come out and sing my song 'The Middle' with her," Morris said on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Another wedding guest spoke about the big day this week. Pat Monahan of Train wrote Sugarland's "Babe" featuring Swift with the young singer.
Pat Monahan attends the 2024 MusiCares Person of the Year Honoring Jon Bon Jovi. Photo Credit: The MEGA Agency

#swift #vows #love #singer

Shedeur Sanders wrapped up his fourth day of training camp with the Cleveland Browns' second-year quarterback taking all first-team reps for the seocnd time this camp.
Sanders is battling veteran Deshaun Watson for the starting quarterback job in Cleveland, and so far Sanders has looked like the better option. On the day, Sanders completed 13 of his 22 passes with four touchdowns and an interception. Watson, on the other hand, threw three interceptions to go along with three touchdowns.
Saturday's practice marked Watson's second day of camp with multiple interceptions after he had two during the first practice and the second day in a row with an interception. Making any noteworthy conclusions from training camp stats is usually a fool's errand as the playbook is still being installed. Still, it is always better not to have interceptions than to have them.
In total through four practices, Sanders has completed 70.3% of his passes with four touchdowns and an interception. Watson owns a completion percentage of 64.4 with three touchdowns and six interceptions.
Day 4 of Browns training camp is a wrap! Here’s how the QBs performed in team drills (11v11 and 7v7). Sheduer Sanders took all the 1st team reps. pic.twitter.com/AApVl9uZ9l

#camp #second #four #interception

The Cleveland Browns have not performed well the past two seasons, and team owner Jimmy Haslam knows it. However, despite the recent struggles, it sounds like Haslam is optimistic about this season.
During a recent interview, Haslam acknowledged the team's frustrating record the past two years, but he made it clear that he thinks the team will overperform this season.
During an interview with reporters on Friday, Haslam opened up a bit about the team's expectations while admitting that the team has not met those expectations the past two seasons.
"We want to be fun to watch," Haslam said via Pro Football Talk. "We want to play hard and not make mistakes. Look like we've got our act together, which is something we didn't have the last two years, and the expectations are we will this year."
He said the team's overall struggles are "something that keeps us awake at night" and agreed that the loyal browns fans deserve better than what the team has been giving them.

#team

The Tennessee **** ans took to the field on Saturday for their first public practice of the 2026 season, and while the weather was far from perfect, the fans brought a new energy to the field.
With both fans and media in attendance, the coverage and social media takes picked up, and here at **** ans Wire, we are focused on bringing all of those social media pieces together in a way that creates a snapshot of the practice and how the players performed.
Both JC Latham and Calvin Ridley returned to full activities and were visible throughout the session. In all, it was a solid day to finish off the NFL acclimation period, and now the real competition can begin on Monday when the pads go on.
Here are some of the standouts mentioned on the fourth day of practice.
One of the big keys to the **** ans' season is Ward's development, and that has been on display throughout the early portions of training camp. Ward looked solid on Saturday, and as Austin Stanley of Ato Z Sports points out, he is making some great strides.

#season

Brentford have completed the club-record signing of midfielder Mamadou Sangaré from Lens.
The 24-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the option for a further year for a fee of around £42m.
His arrival follows the departure of Jordan Henderson, who is expected to join Chelsea.
Brentford head coach Keith Andrews said: "Mamadou is someone that we've tracked for quite some time. He's been on our radar and was a player we were really keen to bring in.
"Last season was a huge season for him following a couple of loan spells during which he developed. At Lens, he performed at such a consistently high level for a team that finished second in the league.

#lens #jordan #Chelsea #keith

MILWAUKEE (AP) — CBS NFL ****** yst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo had an open container of alcohol in his vehicle when he was stopped by police last week and later arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, authorities said.
According to one of three citations released by the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, the "open bottle of an alcoholic beverage" was discovered in the passenger's side of Romo's black Jeep during an inventory before it was towed.
Another citation said police stopped Romo on Interstate 43 on July 23 after he was seen passing cars in a gore area, which separates interstate traffic from cars entering from an on-ramp. Police said Romo questioned what a gore area was during the stop.
Romo performed poorly on field sobriety tests and was taken into custody, booked and released. Court records show Romo was later cited for refusing "to take test for intoxication after arrest." He has a court appearance scheduled for Sept. 21.
According to body camera footage released earlier this week, Romo told deputies he had been coming from a golf course and was on his way "to visit grandma and grandpa" when he was stopped.

#according

Harry Kane's future has occasionally been the subject of speculation, with rumors linking him to a potential return to the Premier League or even a move elsewhere in Europe. However, after a sensational campaign with Bayern Munich that saw him lift major trophies, put together one of the greatest goal-scoring seasons in modern football, and firmly establish himself in the Ballon d'Or conversation, there appears to be little reason for the England captain to consider leaving. Former Chelsea ****** istant manager Jody Morris believes Kane is exactly where he should be and made a compelling case for both his future in Munich and his Ballon d'Or credentials.
"I don't see why Harry Kane would want to move. Bayern Munich is an amazing football club. He is in Ballon d'Or conversations while winning trophies. Unless he wanted a new family experience in Spain or wanted to come back to break the Premier League record, those would be the only things to pull him away," Morris told BOYLE Sports, who offer the latest football odds. "The level he performed at last year for Bayern was phenomenal. He never quite hit that same level in the World Cup, although his goal tally was decent. Vincent Kompany has been a great fit for him."
Morris raises valid points. Kane finally achieved what had eluded him for so much of his career by winning major silverware while continuing to produce elite individual numbers. Bayern Munich has given him a platform to compete for every trophy each season, and Kompany's attacking style has allowed Kane to thrive as both a scorer and creator. Unless Kane is motivated by personal milestones such as breaking the Premier League's all-time scoring record or experiencing a different league, there is little sporting incentive to leave.
Morris also believes Kane deserves football's highest individual honor.
"In my opinion, he should win the Ballon d'Or. He had the second-best goal-scoring season in history," said Morris. "How do you not win the Ballon d'Or with those numbers while winning trophies and going deep in a tournament with England?"

#kane #bayern #premier #goal

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Taco Bell has consistently been one of the best-performing QSRs in the industry over the past several years. A U.S. public health crisis quickly interrupted that momentum.
The chain's same-store sales declined 2 percent quarter-to-date through July 27 after a cyclospora outbreak sickened thousands across several states. The sharpest impact came over the weekend of July 18, according to Yum! Brands.
The outbreak was linked to iceberg lettuce, some of which was served at certain Taco Bell restaurants. In response, the company swiftly removed the affected lettuce.
The downturn followed a second quarter in which Taco Bell's same-store sales rose 7 percent. The chain outperformed the quick-service restaurant industry for the ninth consecutive quarter and expanded its digital sales mix by 5 percentage points to 47 percent.

#sales #industry #same

Carillon Tower Advisers, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for the "Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. Mid-cap stocks delivered strong results, with the Russell Midcap® Growth Index rising 14.55% and slightly outperforming the Russell Midcap® Value Index's 13.40% gain. Information technology led the growth index with a 36.90% return, while industrials also outperformed, and energy was the only sector to decline. The quarter was supported by resilient corporate earnings, economic growth and AI infrastructure spending, although geopolitical tensions, higher energy prices and election-related uncertainty could create volatility. The firm remains optimistic that data-center investment will support technology, energy, defense and automation companies, while attractive healthcare valuations and stronger merger activity could create opportunities. However, financials and consumer stocks face mixed conditions because of housing weakness, inflation and uneven spending. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund highlighted Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL). Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) provides data infrastructure semiconductor solutions spanning the data center core to network edge in the United States and internationally. On July 29, 2026, Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) closed at $163.40 per share. The one-month return of Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) was -25.21%, and its shares gained 128.27% over the past 52 weeks. Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) has a market capitalization of $143.1 billion.
Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund stated the following regarding Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) is a fabless semiconductor company focused on chips and optical components for data centers. The company reported a strong quarter, and management said AI-related demand remained very strong. Investors appreciated the accelerating revenue growth, margin improvement in optical products, and upcoming ramp-up of custom silicon chips."
Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 79 hedge fund portfolios held Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 85 in the previous quarter. In the first quarter of fiscal 2027, Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) reported record revenue of $2.42 billion reflecting 9% sequential and 28% year over year growth. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL) as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time

Valued at a market cap of $83.4 billion, Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) is a global leader in the snacking industry, operating in more than 150 countries worldwide. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio of iconic global and local brands, including Oreo, Ritz, LU, Clif Bar, Tate's Bake Shop, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka, and Toblerone.
Shares of the Chicago, Illinois-based company have underperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks. MDLZ stock has fallen 3.8% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has increased 16.5%. However, shares of the company are up 16.4% on a YTD basis, outpacing SPX's 8.3% rise.
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#global

Carillon Tower Advisers, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for the "Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. Mid-cap stocks delivered strong results, with the Russell Midcap® Growth Index rising 14.55% and slightly outperforming the Russell Midcap® Value Index's 13.40% gain. Information technology led the growth index with a 36.90% return, while industrials also outperformed, and energy was the only sector to decline. The quarter was supported by resilient corporate earnings, economic growth and AI infrastructure spending, although geopolitical tensions, higher energy prices and election-related uncertainty could create volatility. The firm remains optimistic that data-center investment will support technology, energy, defense and automation companies, while attractive healthcare valuations and stronger merger activity could create opportunities. However, financials and consumer stocks face mixed conditions because of housing weakness, inflation and uneven spending. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund highlighted Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER). Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) engages in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of automated test systems and robotics products. On July 29, 2026, Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) closed at $319.41 per share. One-month return of Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) was -13.46% and its shares gained 197.32% over the past 52 weeks. Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) has a market capitalization of $50 billion.
Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund stated the following regarding Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) provides tester equipment for the semiconductor industry and other end markets. AI-related demand for memory and custom silicon chips has led to very strong orders for Teradyne's equipment. Investors also have appreciated the company's potential to take market share from some of its largest customers."
Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 80 hedge fund portfolios held Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) at the end of the first quarter which was 77 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than Teradyne, Inc. (NASDAQ:TER) and that has 10,000% upside potential, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock.

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Carillon Tower Advisers, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for the "Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. Mid-cap stocks delivered strong results, with the Russell Midcap® Growth Index rising 14.55% and slightly outperforming the Russell Midcap® Value Index's 13.40% gain. Information technology led the growth index with a 36.90% return, while industrials also outperformed, and energy was the only sector to decline. The quarter was supported by resilient corporate earnings, economic growth and AI infrastructure spending, although geopolitical tensions, higher energy prices and election-related uncertainty could create volatility. The firm remains optimistic that data-center investment will support technology, energy, defense and automation companies, while attractive healthcare valuations and stronger merger activity could create opportunities. However, financials and consumer stocks face mixed conditions because of housing weakness, inflation and uneven spending. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund highlighted MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTSI). MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTSI) provides **** og semiconductor solutions for use in wireless and wireline applications across the radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, and lightwave spectrum. On July 29, 2026, MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTSI) closed at $228.71 per share. The one-month return of MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTSI) was -21.92% and its shares gained 83.48% over the past 52 weeks. MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTSI) has a market capitalization of $17.45 billion.
Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund stated the following regarding MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTSI) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTSI) manufactures high-performance **** og and optical components. The company is diversified across data center, industrial, and telecom markets. The AI spending wave from the hyperscalers has led to very strong growth in Macom's data center products. Investors also have appreciated the company's exposure to end markets in aerospace, defense, and **** e that are expected to have long runways for growth."

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Carillon Tower Advisers, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for the "Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. Mid-cap stocks delivered strong results, with the Russell Midcap® Growth Index rising 14.55% and slightly outperforming the Russell Midcap® Value Index's 13.40% gain. Information technology led the growth index with a 36.90% return, while industrials also outperformed, and energy was the only sector to decline. The quarter was supported by resilient corporate earnings, economic growth and AI infrastructure spending, although geopolitical tensions, higher energy prices and election-related uncertainty could create volatility. The firm remains optimistic that data-center investment will support technology, energy, defense and automation companies, while attractive healthcare valuations and stronger merger activity could create opportunities. However, financials and consumer stocks face mixed conditions because of housing weakness, inflation and uneven spending. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund highlighted Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT). Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT) designs, manufactures, and services critical digital infrastructure technologies and life cycle services for data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments. On July 29, 2026, Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT) closed at $223.04 per share. The one-month return of Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT) was -25.78% and its shares gained 53.19% over the past 52 weeks. Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT) has a market capitalization of $85.67 billion.
Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund stated the following regarding Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT), a global leader in critical infrastructure for data centers and communication networks, delivered another strong quarterly report. A highlight was management's commentary suggesting the company's commercial pipeline and visibility continue to point toward robust growth for the foreseeable future. The company remains well positioned to benefit from accelerating data center investment driven by rapid expansion in high-performance computing and artificial intelligence. Vertiv's leadership in power and thermal management, combined with strategic relationships across leading semiconductor manufacturers and hyperscale customers, reinforces its role as a key enabler of next-generation AI infrastructure."

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Carillon Tower Advisers, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for the "Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. Mid-cap stocks delivered strong results, with the Russell Midcap® Growth Index rising 14.55% and slightly outperforming the Russell Midcap® Value Index's 13.40% gain. Information technology led the growth index with a 36.90% return, while industrials also outperformed, and energy was the only sector to decline. The quarter was supported by resilient corporate earnings, economic growth and AI infrastructure spending, although geopolitical tensions, higher energy prices and election-related uncertainty could create volatility. The firm remains optimistic that data-center investment will support technology, energy, defense and automation companies, while attractive healthcare valuations and stronger merger activity could create opportunities. However, financials and consumer stocks face mixed conditions because of housing weakness, inflation and uneven spending. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund highlighted Karman Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KRMN). Karman Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KRMN) engages in designing, testing, and manufacturing mission-critical systems in the United States. On July 29, 2026, Karman Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KRMN) closed at $45.59 per share. One-month return of Karman Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KRMN) was -19.12% and its shares gained -11.82% over the past 52 weeks. Karman Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KRMN) has a market capitalization of $6.04 billion with a 52-week trading range between $43.68 - $118.38.
Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund stated the following regarding Karman Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KRMN) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Karman Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KRMN) provides components and systems for existing and emerging missile, defense, and **** e programs. The company's stock underperformed after Karman reported quarterly organic growth that came in slightly below market expectations. Ongoing noise surrounding next year's defense budget also has weighed on most defense company valuations in recent months. Despite these near-term dynamics, Karman's positioning as a supplier to a wide range of the most rapidly growing military programs – spanning hypersonics, strategic missile defense, tactical munitions, and **** e and launch operations – provides significant visibility toward robust organic growth for the foreseeable future."

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Carillon Tower Advisers, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for the "Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. Mid-cap stocks delivered strong results, with the Russell Midcap® Growth Index rising 14.55% and slightly outperforming the Russell Midcap® Value Index's 13.40% gain. Information technology led the growth index with a 36.90% return, while industrials also outperformed, and energy was the only sector to decline. The quarter was supported by resilient corporate earnings, economic growth and AI infrastructure spending, although geopolitical tensions, higher energy prices and election-related uncertainty could create volatility. The firm remains optimistic that data-center investment will support technology, energy, defense and automation companies, while attractive healthcare valuations and stronger merger activity could create opportunities. However, financials and consumer stocks face mixed conditions because of housing weakness, inflation and uneven spending. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund highlighted Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM). Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM) is a biopharmaceutical company focusing on developing therapies for patients with serious and rare diseases. On July 23, 2026, Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM) closed at $103.12 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $22.35 billion. Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM) posted a one-month return of -10.60%, and its shares lost 7.00% over the past 52 weeks.
Carillon Eagle Mid Cap Growth Fund stated the following regarding Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapies for serious and rare diseases. The company underperformed primarily because first-quarter Brinsupri sales, which were ahead of consensus estimates, fell short of more bullish estimates. Fortunately, second-quarter prescription trends have been strong and point to sales closer to the high end of consensus expectations."
Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM) is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 67 hedge fund portfolios held Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM) at the end of the first quarter which was 75 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ:INSM) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.

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Investment management company Vulcan Value Partners recently released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. Vulcan Value Partners prioritizes long-term returns and lower risk over short-term performance. In the quarter, the Large Cap Composite (Net) returned 9.5%, the Small Cap Composite (Net) returned 13.3%, the Focus Composite (Net) returned 10.4%, the Focus Plus Composite (Net) returned 10.5%, and the All-Cap Composite (Net) returned 9.0%. The firm reported strong compounding across its strategies in Q2 2026. Management highlighted that their exceptional holdings remain deeply undervalued relative to "what is working" in the market, viewing this as an excellent opportunity for patient investors. In addition, please check the Firm's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Vulcan Value Partners highlighted CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX), which it exited during the year. CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) is a used vehicle retailer headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. On July 29, 2026, CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) closed at $59.11 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $8.39 billion. CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) posted a one-month return of 15.95%, while its shares gained 1.87% over the past 52 weeks.
Vulcan Value Partners stated the following regarding CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"CarMax, Inc.'s (NYSE:KMX) stock performed well during the quarter. Fiscal 1Q 2027 (which ends in May) results were in line with management expectations and volumes continued to respond favorably to targeted investments in price. We are excited about the new CEO, Keith Barr, who was hired earlier this year. Our favorable impression of Keith dates back to his long successful tenure as CEO of InterContinental Hotels Group, another MVP company. With the stock price rising and our value stable, we took the opportunity to reallocate capital to more discounted names in the portfolio."
CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 51 hedge fund portfolios held CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 52 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.

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Tony Romo has been placed on leave by CBS Sports "until further notice" following his July 23 arrest in Milwaukee on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
J.J. Watt will replace Romo during the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback's absence and work alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson.
Romo, 46, was stopped going southbound on I-43 and "performed poorly on SFSTs (standard field sobriety tests)," according to the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office's arrest report.
He has a court date set for Sept. 21.
Romo has been CBS Sports' lead NFL ***** yst since 2017 following his retirement from the league. He spent his entire 13-year playing career with the Dallas Cowboys, rising from an undrafted free agent to a four-time Pro Bowl selection and the franchise's all-time leader in touchdown passes.

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