2 months ago
WASHINGTON, D.C. — FIRST ON FOX: As Washington, D.C., grapples with a persistent squatting problem, one resident in the nation's capital is speaking out about how unwelcome tenants have turned her life upside down, terrorizing her neighborhood while the city stands by and does nothing.
"I lived in several countries, including Third World countries, but it seems to me that I'm living in a Fourth World country in D.C.," Tatyana Day Velasquez, who owns a small three-unit building in Columbia Heights, told Fox News Digital.
"I've never seen something like it. There's no accountability for what goes on. Everybody just throws the ball to each other, and there's no help. So how can somebody resolve a problem like mine if you don't get help?"
For a tumultuous eight months, Velasquez said her property's basement apartment has been overrun by strangers who refuse to leave and live rent-free with no consequences in sight.
Homeowners Terrorized By Pro Squatters Turning Dreams Into Nightmares In Palm-lined Paradise, Experts Say
#World #velasquez #like #first
"I lived in several countries, including Third World countries, but it seems to me that I'm living in a Fourth World country in D.C.," Tatyana Day Velasquez, who owns a small three-unit building in Columbia Heights, told Fox News Digital.
"I've never seen something like it. There's no accountability for what goes on. Everybody just throws the ball to each other, and there's no help. So how can somebody resolve a problem like mine if you don't get help?"
For a tumultuous eight months, Velasquez said her property's basement apartment has been overrun by strangers who refuse to leave and live rent-free with no consequences in sight.
Homeowners Terrorized By Pro Squatters Turning Dreams Into Nightmares In Palm-lined Paradise, Experts Say
#World #velasquez #like #first
2 months ago
The Diamondbacks came into the game looking for a series win, and with a little bit of luck, putting some more ***** e between their competition for the final NL Wild Card spot. Having Eduardo Rodriguez on the mound was a point in their favor, but the offense still RVSP'd maybe when invited to the game.
The Diamondbacks were quiet in the top of the first, with the only baserunner being a Geraldo Perdomo hit by pitch, and that allowed the Astros to strike first. E-Rod got Jeremy Pena to ground out, but Yordan Alvarez absolutely clobbered one for a solo home run. That was the first indication that Rodriguez didn't have his best stuff today, but the next few batters hammered that home, even if there wasn't much damage done. He walked both Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker, but alternated those walks with a line out from Jose Altuve and got out of the jam with a Nelson Velasquez strike out. 0-1 Astros
This, of course, did raise some concerns amongst the faithful about the early need to score more than one run. That's been a challenge for the Diamondbacks, last night's four run outbreak aside. The offense decided to do some to ***** uage those fears, but did not manage to score multiple runs right away. Corbin Carroll started off the second inning with a double, advanced on a sac bunt from Tommy Troy, and then scored on a sac fly from James McCann. Illdemaro Vargas tried to keep things going with a two out single, but Lawler was unable to step up and ended the inning with a line out to third. Tied 1-1
Rodriguez issues with command continued right away in the bottom of the second, walking Dalton Varsho. Never a good idea to walk someone like him, as he showed when he stole second to get into scoring position two outs later. Too late for it to matter, though, as Jeremy Pena only saw three pitches and flew out to end the inning.
The third inning was… something. Perdomo singled to lead off the inning, bringing Ketel Marte to the plate. Marte got an 86 MPH changeup down and away and turned it around for what looked like an easy single. The only with that is the ball also acted as a heat seeking missel straight to Perdomo's helmet. He hit the ground immediately and quickly found himself surrounded by trainers from both teams. Eventually he left under his own power to a nice ovation from the Houston crowd, as one does.
#astros
The Diamondbacks were quiet in the top of the first, with the only baserunner being a Geraldo Perdomo hit by pitch, and that allowed the Astros to strike first. E-Rod got Jeremy Pena to ground out, but Yordan Alvarez absolutely clobbered one for a solo home run. That was the first indication that Rodriguez didn't have his best stuff today, but the next few batters hammered that home, even if there wasn't much damage done. He walked both Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker, but alternated those walks with a line out from Jose Altuve and got out of the jam with a Nelson Velasquez strike out. 0-1 Astros
This, of course, did raise some concerns amongst the faithful about the early need to score more than one run. That's been a challenge for the Diamondbacks, last night's four run outbreak aside. The offense decided to do some to ***** uage those fears, but did not manage to score multiple runs right away. Corbin Carroll started off the second inning with a double, advanced on a sac bunt from Tommy Troy, and then scored on a sac fly from James McCann. Illdemaro Vargas tried to keep things going with a two out single, but Lawler was unable to step up and ended the inning with a line out to third. Tied 1-1
Rodriguez issues with command continued right away in the bottom of the second, walking Dalton Varsho. Never a good idea to walk someone like him, as he showed when he stole second to get into scoring position two outs later. Too late for it to matter, though, as Jeremy Pena only saw three pitches and flew out to end the inning.
The third inning was… something. Perdomo singled to lead off the inning, bringing Ketel Marte to the plate. Marte got an 86 MPH changeup down and away and turned it around for what looked like an easy single. The only with that is the ball also acted as a heat seeking missel straight to Perdomo's helmet. He hit the ground immediately and quickly found himself surrounded by trainers from both teams. Eventually he left under his own power to a nice ovation from the Houston crowd, as one does.
#astros
2 months ago
True entertainers can charm the pants off even the toughest of critics. Although anyone with good Wi-Fi and a clean iPhone lens can go viral, it takes hard work, genuine talent, a whole lot of perseverance, and, of course, innate magnetism to cut through the algorithm and catch the attention of industry gatekeepers and fickle fans alike. And all 31 honorees selected for our 2026 Breakthrough List have done just that.
Actor-writer-director Eva Victor, for instance, went from posting (respectfully) goofy pandemic-era TikTok sketches to darling of last year's Sundance Film Festival with her debut feature Sorry, Baby; now, she calls Pedro Pascal and Olivia Wilde co-stars. For FLO, "Leak It" has established the British trio as one of music's most sizzling R&B acts, while campy duo Haute & Freddy's synthy whimsy and thoughtful lyricism earned them the stamp of approval from a certified pop icon: Lady Gaga. After cutting his teeth with one supporting role after the next, The Shards standout Igby Rigney proves he has what it takes to be one of TV's leading men. Meanwhile, Mexican actor Diego Calva has one Golden Globe nomination to his name, and we predict another coming his way for his tender performance in Jordan Firstman's already-buzzy Club Kid.
Whether they're topping charts with tomorrow's Grammy-winning earworms, delighting audiences in mega-viral social media series, or breathing new life into beloved franchises like Legally Blonde and Baywatch, these artists will remain at the top of our feeds, queues, and playlists for years. Below, meet this year's breakthroughs.
Stylist: Jessica Paster, Hair: Xavier Velasquez, Makeup: Kirin Bhatty.
Credit: Celeste Sloman
Calling Jon Hamm, Olivia Wilde, and Amanda Peete co-stars is no small matter, but that's reality for Aimee Carrero, a scene-stealer in Apple TV+'s Emmy-nominated Your Friends and Neighbors. A featured player in dozens of IMDb credits thus far, the Dominican-American actress from Miami has a starring role in the comedy One Attempt Remaining (with Jennifer Garner, Kate McKinnon, John Cena, no less) coming down the pike. As for who Carrero thinks will have a banner year? Inde Navarrette: "I love seeing a young Latina woman out there doing her thing."
What was your first job?
Working in a furniture store—West Elm. A celebrity who will remain unnamed came in and ordered a ton of sh*t. It was gonna be a huge commission for me. I went to ring her up, and the card declined. She says, "I'll be back tomorrow." Never came back.
Who should play you in your biopic?
Olivia Rodrigo. You want someone younger and more beautiful than you to do it.
What's the most underrated movie, TV show, song, or album of all time?
Well, it wasn't underrated at the time, but I do think this new generation needs to get into The X Files. Gillian Anderson was my first celebrity crush. There's a new one coming out—Ryan Coogler's—it's gonna be amazing, I'm sure.
Stylist: Britt McCamey, Hair: Dawson Hiegert,
Actor-writer-director Eva Victor, for instance, went from posting (respectfully) goofy pandemic-era TikTok sketches to darling of last year's Sundance Film Festival with her debut feature Sorry, Baby; now, she calls Pedro Pascal and Olivia Wilde co-stars. For FLO, "Leak It" has established the British trio as one of music's most sizzling R&B acts, while campy duo Haute & Freddy's synthy whimsy and thoughtful lyricism earned them the stamp of approval from a certified pop icon: Lady Gaga. After cutting his teeth with one supporting role after the next, The Shards standout Igby Rigney proves he has what it takes to be one of TV's leading men. Meanwhile, Mexican actor Diego Calva has one Golden Globe nomination to his name, and we predict another coming his way for his tender performance in Jordan Firstman's already-buzzy Club Kid.
Whether they're topping charts with tomorrow's Grammy-winning earworms, delighting audiences in mega-viral social media series, or breathing new life into beloved franchises like Legally Blonde and Baywatch, these artists will remain at the top of our feeds, queues, and playlists for years. Below, meet this year's breakthroughs.
Stylist: Jessica Paster, Hair: Xavier Velasquez, Makeup: Kirin Bhatty.
Credit: Celeste Sloman
Calling Jon Hamm, Olivia Wilde, and Amanda Peete co-stars is no small matter, but that's reality for Aimee Carrero, a scene-stealer in Apple TV+'s Emmy-nominated Your Friends and Neighbors. A featured player in dozens of IMDb credits thus far, the Dominican-American actress from Miami has a starring role in the comedy One Attempt Remaining (with Jennifer Garner, Kate McKinnon, John Cena, no less) coming down the pike. As for who Carrero thinks will have a banner year? Inde Navarrette: "I love seeing a young Latina woman out there doing her thing."
What was your first job?
Working in a furniture store—West Elm. A celebrity who will remain unnamed came in and ordered a ton of sh*t. It was gonna be a huge commission for me. I went to ring her up, and the card declined. She says, "I'll be back tomorrow." Never came back.
Who should play you in your biopic?
Olivia Rodrigo. You want someone younger and more beautiful than you to do it.
What's the most underrated movie, TV show, song, or album of all time?
Well, it wasn't underrated at the time, but I do think this new generation needs to get into The X Files. Gillian Anderson was my first celebrity crush. There's a new one coming out—Ryan Coogler's—it's gonna be amazing, I'm sure.
Stylist: Britt McCamey, Hair: Dawson Hiegert,
3 months ago
Mark Zuckerberg is a die-hard mixed martial arts fan.
Zuckerberg recently sparred with MerabDvalishvili on a floating platform in the middle of a lake. TheMeta CEO has been training for a few years now, evidenced by hislight sparring session with the former Ultimate Fighting Championship bantamweight king, wherein helanded some jabs, body kicks and even a takedown.
Zuckerberg has developed strong friendships with several MMAfighters, training with the likes of AlexPereira, AlexanderVolkanovski and IsraelAdesanya, in addition to Dvalishvili. During their recentmid-lake sparring session, Zuckerberg even kicked Dvalishvili offthe barge, before the Georgian returned the favor by throwing theAmerican billionaire into the lake.
Zuckerberg has become increasingly involved with MMA, especiallythe UFC, over the past few years. He initially started training jiujitsu during the pandemic and even won a gold and a silver at BJJTour Silicon Valley in 2023. Zuckerberg's coach at the time, DaveCamarillo, who once trained elites like CainVelasquez, called the tech mogul one of his best students.
Meanwhile, Dvalishvili looked to defend his UFC bantamweight ******* lefor the fourth time in a year when he put it on the line in arematch against Petr Yan lastDecember. Yan outclassed Dvalishvili on the night, taking theirrivalry to 1-1. While there's no official confirmation from the UFCas yet, both fighters have indicated that they're gearing up for atrilogy bout next.
#dvalishvili #training #years
Zuckerberg recently sparred with MerabDvalishvili on a floating platform in the middle of a lake. TheMeta CEO has been training for a few years now, evidenced by hislight sparring session with the former Ultimate Fighting Championship bantamweight king, wherein helanded some jabs, body kicks and even a takedown.
Zuckerberg has developed strong friendships with several MMAfighters, training with the likes of AlexPereira, AlexanderVolkanovski and IsraelAdesanya, in addition to Dvalishvili. During their recentmid-lake sparring session, Zuckerberg even kicked Dvalishvili offthe barge, before the Georgian returned the favor by throwing theAmerican billionaire into the lake.
Zuckerberg has become increasingly involved with MMA, especiallythe UFC, over the past few years. He initially started training jiujitsu during the pandemic and even won a gold and a silver at BJJTour Silicon Valley in 2023. Zuckerberg's coach at the time, DaveCamarillo, who once trained elites like CainVelasquez, called the tech mogul one of his best students.
Meanwhile, Dvalishvili looked to defend his UFC bantamweight ******* lefor the fourth time in a year when he put it on the line in arematch against Petr Yan lastDecember. Yan outclassed Dvalishvili on the night, taking theirrivalry to 1-1. While there's no official confirmation from the UFCas yet, both fighters have indicated that they're gearing up for atrilogy bout next.
#dvalishvili #training #years
3 months ago
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: A WWE logo is shown on a screen before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was announced that WWE wrestler Braun Strowman will face heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury and WWE champion Brock Lesnar will take on former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez at the WWE's Crown Jewel event at Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 31. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Mara Sade, formerly known as Jakara Jackson, is out of TNA. Like many performers who depart WWE/TNA, there are rumors she is headed to AEW. Let's talk wrestling.
Where things stand:
Performer: Mara Sade, 31, previously Jakara Jackson in WWE
Status: Free agent. TNA confirmed her departure August 3
#sade #jackson
Mara Sade, formerly known as Jakara Jackson, is out of TNA. Like many performers who depart WWE/TNA, there are rumors she is headed to AEW. Let's talk wrestling.
Where things stand:
Performer: Mara Sade, 31, previously Jakara Jackson in WWE
Status: Free agent. TNA confirmed her departure August 3
#sade #jackson
3 months ago
Not much to report on, as inclement weather wiped out games for Lehigh Valley, Reading, and Jersey Shore on Tuesday night. But the two teams that avoided the East coast rain were victorious.
The Threshers scored 13 runs across the fifth and sixth innings to record an easy win over the Hammerheads. Victor Cardoza was the biggest contributor with three hits including his first home run of the season. First baseman Nolan Beltran also had three hits and scored three runs, while third baseman Robert Phelps had two hits and three RBI out of the leadoff spot.
With that run support, the Threshers pitching staff didn't have to be great. Starter Sean Youngerman allowed two runs in four innings, and Giussepe Velasquez earned the win by giving up one run in two innings.
The Phillies went up 3-0 thanks in part to a Nelson Prieto home run in the fourth. The Rockies began to come back, but RBI singles by Juan Parra and Francisco Renteria established a four-run lead that would withstand some shaky relief pitching by David Victorino in the eighth. (Runs scored on a bases loaded walk and a wild pitch).
Samuel Ortiz gave up one run in five innings to earn the win, and Jose Romero pitched a scoreless ninth to earn his second save of the season.
#innings #three #first #season
The Threshers scored 13 runs across the fifth and sixth innings to record an easy win over the Hammerheads. Victor Cardoza was the biggest contributor with three hits including his first home run of the season. First baseman Nolan Beltran also had three hits and scored three runs, while third baseman Robert Phelps had two hits and three RBI out of the leadoff spot.
With that run support, the Threshers pitching staff didn't have to be great. Starter Sean Youngerman allowed two runs in four innings, and Giussepe Velasquez earned the win by giving up one run in two innings.
The Phillies went up 3-0 thanks in part to a Nelson Prieto home run in the fourth. The Rockies began to come back, but RBI singles by Juan Parra and Francisco Renteria established a four-run lead that would withstand some shaky relief pitching by David Victorino in the eighth. (Runs scored on a bases loaded walk and a wild pitch).
Samuel Ortiz gave up one run in five innings to earn the win, and Jose Romero pitched a scoreless ninth to earn his second save of the season.
#innings #three #first #season
4 months ago
More than a decade after a Texas woman was found stabbed roughly 100 times in her apartment, a real estate agent is behind bars without bond, facing capital murder charges.
Mayra Velasquez, 42, was booked into the Tarrant County Corrections Center July 17 in the killing of Irasema Chavez, according to the Arlington Police Department and county jail records.
Chavez, 32, was found dead Jan. 20, 2012, inside her second-floor apartment in the 2700 block of South Collins Street. Investigators said there were no obvious signs of forced entry, raising the possibility that Chavez knew the person who killed her or willingly opened the door.
Dna Cracks 40-Year Cold Case Mystery With Arrest In Library Worker's Savage Slaying: Police
Mayra Velasquez, 42, has been charged with murder in the 2012 killing of 32-year-old Irasema Chavez.
#mayra #velasquez #irasema #county
Mayra Velasquez, 42, was booked into the Tarrant County Corrections Center July 17 in the killing of Irasema Chavez, according to the Arlington Police Department and county jail records.
Chavez, 32, was found dead Jan. 20, 2012, inside her second-floor apartment in the 2700 block of South Collins Street. Investigators said there were no obvious signs of forced entry, raising the possibility that Chavez knew the person who killed her or willingly opened the door.
Dna Cracks 40-Year Cold Case Mystery With Arrest In Library Worker's Savage Slaying: Police
Mayra Velasquez, 42, has been charged with murder in the 2012 killing of 32-year-old Irasema Chavez.
#mayra #velasquez #irasema #county
4 months ago
Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: W, 8-7 (10) at Buffalo Bisons
C J.C. Escarra 1-6, 1 RBI
CF Spencer Jones 1-5, 1 2B, 1 RBI, 1 K
2B Marco Luciano 2-4, 1 HR, 1 2B, 1 RBI, 2 R, 1 BB, 1 K
RF Yanquiel Fernández 3-5, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 1 R, 1 K
3B Oswaldo Cabrera 2-5, 1 2B, 1 R, 1 K
DH-1B Tyler Hardman 1-5, 1 R, 1 K
1B Ernesto Martinez Jr. 0-4, 1 BB, 1 K
PR-LF Duke Ellis 0-0, 1 R, 1 SB
SS Jonathan Ornelas 2-4, 1 HR, 3 RBI, 2 R, 1 BB, 1 K, fielding error — go-ahead three-run homer brought it back after the team blew a three-run lead in the span of two innings
LF Kenedy Corona 0-3, 1 BB, 1 K
P Zach Messinger 0-0
Brendan Beck 5.1 IP, 2 R, 6 H, 1 BB, 2 K
Chris Kean 0.2 IP, 0 R (hold)
Bradley Hanner 1 IP, 0 R, 2 H (hold)
Yovanny Cruz 0.1 IP, 1 R, 2 H (hold)
Danny Watson 0.2 IP, 0 R, 1 H (hold)
Rafael Montero 0.1 IP, 2 R, 3 H (blown save) — back-to-back doubles burned a two-run lead
Zach Messinger 1.1 IP, 2 R, 1 ER, 1 H (win) — pulled the ninth inning out of a fire, made one himself in the tenth
Carson Coleman 0.1 IP, 0 R (save)
Double-A Somerset Patriots: L, 1-2 (11) vs. Reading Fightin Phils
LF Jackson Castillo 0-3, 2 BB
CF Jace Avina 1-5, 1 2B, 1 R, 2 K
DJ Gladney 1-5, 2 K
3B Coby Morales 2-4, 1 RBI
2B Connor McGinnis 0-4
C Miguel Palma 0-3, 1 BB, throwing error
1B Josh Moylan 0-3, 1 BB, 3 K
DH Manuel Palencia 1-4, 2 K
SS Owen Cobb 0-4
Xavier Rivas 6 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 2 BB, 10 K — six no-hit frames with 10 strikeouts, easily the best line of his young career…
Harrison Cohen 1.1 IP, 1 R, 3 H, 1 K (blown save) — …only for the first reliever to cough up the lead two innings later
Hayden Merda 1.2 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 1 BB, 2 K
Luis Velasquez 1 IP, 0 R, 1 BB
Trent Sellers 1 IP, 1 R, 0 ER, 1 H, 2 K (loss)
High-A Hudson Valley Renegades: L, 4-7 vs. Rome Emperors
C J.C. Escarra 1-6, 1 RBI
CF Spencer Jones 1-5, 1 2B, 1 RBI, 1 K
2B Marco Luciano 2-4, 1 HR, 1 2B, 1 RBI, 2 R, 1 BB, 1 K
RF Yanquiel Fernández 3-5, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 1 R, 1 K
3B Oswaldo Cabrera 2-5, 1 2B, 1 R, 1 K
DH-1B Tyler Hardman 1-5, 1 R, 1 K
1B Ernesto Martinez Jr. 0-4, 1 BB, 1 K
PR-LF Duke Ellis 0-0, 1 R, 1 SB
SS Jonathan Ornelas 2-4, 1 HR, 3 RBI, 2 R, 1 BB, 1 K, fielding error — go-ahead three-run homer brought it back after the team blew a three-run lead in the span of two innings
LF Kenedy Corona 0-3, 1 BB, 1 K
P Zach Messinger 0-0
Brendan Beck 5.1 IP, 2 R, 6 H, 1 BB, 2 K
Chris Kean 0.2 IP, 0 R (hold)
Bradley Hanner 1 IP, 0 R, 2 H (hold)
Yovanny Cruz 0.1 IP, 1 R, 2 H (hold)
Danny Watson 0.2 IP, 0 R, 1 H (hold)
Rafael Montero 0.1 IP, 2 R, 3 H (blown save) — back-to-back doubles burned a two-run lead
Zach Messinger 1.1 IP, 2 R, 1 ER, 1 H (win) — pulled the ninth inning out of a fire, made one himself in the tenth
Carson Coleman 0.1 IP, 0 R (save)
Double-A Somerset Patriots: L, 1-2 (11) vs. Reading Fightin Phils
LF Jackson Castillo 0-3, 2 BB
CF Jace Avina 1-5, 1 2B, 1 R, 2 K
DJ Gladney 1-5, 2 K
3B Coby Morales 2-4, 1 RBI
2B Connor McGinnis 0-4
C Miguel Palma 0-3, 1 BB, throwing error
1B Josh Moylan 0-3, 1 BB, 3 K
DH Manuel Palencia 1-4, 2 K
SS Owen Cobb 0-4
Xavier Rivas 6 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 2 BB, 10 K — six no-hit frames with 10 strikeouts, easily the best line of his young career…
Harrison Cohen 1.1 IP, 1 R, 3 H, 1 K (blown save) — …only for the first reliever to cough up the lead two innings later
Hayden Merda 1.2 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 1 BB, 2 K
Luis Velasquez 1 IP, 0 R, 1 BB
Trent Sellers 1 IP, 1 R, 0 ER, 1 H, 2 K (loss)
High-A Hudson Valley Renegades: L, 4-7 vs. Rome Emperors
4 months ago
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The Kansas City Royals have added a 10-year Major League veteran on a minor league deal.
According to his MLB transactions page, right-hander Vince Velasquez has signed with the AL Central club.
Velasquez, 34, made two appearances with the Chicago Cubs earlier this season, throwing 3.1 scoreless innings with just one hit allowed.
That wasn't enough to convince the Cubs to keep him around, as he elected free agency instead of an outright ******* ignment to Triple-A after being DFA'd.
The Kansas City Royals have added a 10-year Major League veteran on a minor league deal.
According to his MLB transactions page, right-hander Vince Velasquez has signed with the AL Central club.
Velasquez, 34, made two appearances with the Chicago Cubs earlier this season, throwing 3.1 scoreless innings with just one hit allowed.
That wasn't enough to convince the Cubs to keep him around, as he elected free agency instead of an outright ******* ignment to Triple-A after being DFA'd.
4 months ago
Ultimate Fighting Championship great Alex Pereira is the type of guy to give someone else a present on his birthday.
Two weeks before her ******* le defense at Karate Combat 62—scheduled for July 24 in Miami against Juliana Velasquez—Aline Pereira was surprised by her brother, “Poatan,” with one of the biggest gifts she has ever received. On his birthday of July 7, per sources close to the situation, the current UFC heavyweight gave his younger sister a house in Connecticut, near their training camp of Teixeira MMA & Fitness.
On a since-deleted Instagram Stories post, the Karate Combat champ wrote, “There are gifts that change a life. Today, you gave me one of them. Thank you, little brother, for so much love and generosity. May God repay you twofold for everything you do for me. Happy birthday! I love you.”
The 35-year-old flyweight has bounced back and forth between kickboxing, Karate Combat and MMA since debuting in the LFA in 2022. Her most recent appearance in any combat sport came in May when she took home a decision over Jade Masson-Wong at the inaugural MVP MMA event. That put her on the first win streak of her career, although all of her professional outings in MMA have heard the final bell.
As a Karate Combat participant, she first appeared in 2024 to knock fellow MMA expat Dee Begley out in the opening frame. She went on to stop Amanda Torres early the next year, and in July 2025, captured its first ******* le by earning a decision over Fani Peloumpi. This bout on July 24 at Karate Combat 62 is to be the first defense of her 125-pound throne, and she will be facing another ex-MMA fighter in Velasquez.
“Poatan” lost in his last UFC outing, appearing at the UFC White House event in June and succumbing to strikes from Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight belt. The former middleweight and light heavyweight ******* list attempted to become the first three-division champion in company history, and since his defeat, has suggested he plans on remaining at the highest weight category for at least one more match.
Two weeks before her ******* le defense at Karate Combat 62—scheduled for July 24 in Miami against Juliana Velasquez—Aline Pereira was surprised by her brother, “Poatan,” with one of the biggest gifts she has ever received. On his birthday of July 7, per sources close to the situation, the current UFC heavyweight gave his younger sister a house in Connecticut, near their training camp of Teixeira MMA & Fitness.
On a since-deleted Instagram Stories post, the Karate Combat champ wrote, “There are gifts that change a life. Today, you gave me one of them. Thank you, little brother, for so much love and generosity. May God repay you twofold for everything you do for me. Happy birthday! I love you.”
The 35-year-old flyweight has bounced back and forth between kickboxing, Karate Combat and MMA since debuting in the LFA in 2022. Her most recent appearance in any combat sport came in May when she took home a decision over Jade Masson-Wong at the inaugural MVP MMA event. That put her on the first win streak of her career, although all of her professional outings in MMA have heard the final bell.
As a Karate Combat participant, she first appeared in 2024 to knock fellow MMA expat Dee Begley out in the opening frame. She went on to stop Amanda Torres early the next year, and in July 2025, captured its first ******* le by earning a decision over Fani Peloumpi. This bout on July 24 at Karate Combat 62 is to be the first defense of her 125-pound throne, and she will be facing another ex-MMA fighter in Velasquez.
“Poatan” lost in his last UFC outing, appearing at the UFC White House event in June and succumbing to strikes from Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight belt. The former middleweight and light heavyweight ******* list attempted to become the first three-division champion in company history, and since his defeat, has suggested he plans on remaining at the highest weight category for at least one more match.
4 months ago
If a recent report from the Serbian outlet Mozzart Sport (as cited by The Daily Record) is believed to be true, Rangers are plotting a move for Vanja Dragojević. They have tabled an offer of around €4.5m for the Partizan Belgrade midfield ace, but his current employers, destined to lose him this summer, are holding out for a €5.5m fee along with a sell-on clause.
The 20-year-old Serbia international took his first steps in football at Altina Zemun before joining the esteemed ranks of Partizan. There, he impressed at various youth levels and was eventually loaned out to third-tier outfit Teleoptik for first-team experience.
However, Dragojević was recalled after a brief stint, as he was starting to be involved with the seniors sporadically. The 2025-26 season proved to be the turning point of his career, particularly after goalkeeper Aleksandar Jovanovic's departure. Israeli veteran Bibars Natcho was elected as the club skipper. But the Serb, their vice-captain and a starter, led the Steamrollers more often than the now-retired midfielder.
TOLUCA, MEXICO – JUNE 04: Alvaro Fidalgo of Mexico competes for the ball with Vanja Dragojevic of Serbia during the international friendly match between Mexico and Serbia at Nemesio Diez Stadium on June 04, 2026 in Toluca, Mexico. (Photo by Manuel Velasquez/Getty Images)
Dragojević made 41 appearances last season, scoring and ****** isting 4 times each across competitions [stats via Transfermarket]. He cemented his place as a deep-lying playmaker, and Rangers, despite securing the services of Dan Neil already, are keen to have the youngster in their ranks as part of a squad reconstruction under new boss Derek McInnes. They are also attempting an ambitious swoop for Lewis Ferguson, but it won't impact any potential deal for the Serbian sensation.
The 20-year-old Serbia international took his first steps in football at Altina Zemun before joining the esteemed ranks of Partizan. There, he impressed at various youth levels and was eventually loaned out to third-tier outfit Teleoptik for first-team experience.
However, Dragojević was recalled after a brief stint, as he was starting to be involved with the seniors sporadically. The 2025-26 season proved to be the turning point of his career, particularly after goalkeeper Aleksandar Jovanovic's departure. Israeli veteran Bibars Natcho was elected as the club skipper. But the Serb, their vice-captain and a starter, led the Steamrollers more often than the now-retired midfielder.
TOLUCA, MEXICO – JUNE 04: Alvaro Fidalgo of Mexico competes for the ball with Vanja Dragojevic of Serbia during the international friendly match between Mexico and Serbia at Nemesio Diez Stadium on June 04, 2026 in Toluca, Mexico. (Photo by Manuel Velasquez/Getty Images)
Dragojević made 41 appearances last season, scoring and ****** isting 4 times each across competitions [stats via Transfermarket]. He cemented his place as a deep-lying playmaker, and Rangers, despite securing the services of Dan Neil already, are keen to have the youngster in their ranks as part of a squad reconstruction under new boss Derek McInnes. They are also attempting an ambitious swoop for Lewis Ferguson, but it won't impact any potential deal for the Serbian sensation.
4 months ago
In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Manchester United are keeping tabs on Club Tijuana talent Gilberto Mora. It has been stated that the Red Devils are monitoring the progress of the Mexico international this summer.
The 17-year-old managed to shine at times with his performances for Club Tijuana in the final third last season. Mora found the back of the net six times and secured one ******* ist in 20 matches for the Mexican outfit in the previous campaign across various competitions.
The gifted teenager is currently one of the most talented playmakers in his homeland. Hence, Man United would do well to get a deal over the line for him this off-season.
His current deal at the Mexican club will run out in the summer of 2029, which could make it difficult for the Red Devils to land him on a cut-price deal in this transfer window.
PUEBLA, MEXICO – MAY 22: Gilberto Mora of Mexico controls the ball during the international friendly match between Mexico and Ghana at Estadio Cuauhtémoc on May 22, 2026 in Puebla, Mexico. (Photo by Manuel Velasquez/Getty Images)
The 17-year-old managed to shine at times with his performances for Club Tijuana in the final third last season. Mora found the back of the net six times and secured one ******* ist in 20 matches for the Mexican outfit in the previous campaign across various competitions.
The gifted teenager is currently one of the most talented playmakers in his homeland. Hence, Man United would do well to get a deal over the line for him this off-season.
His current deal at the Mexican club will run out in the summer of 2029, which could make it difficult for the Red Devils to land him on a cut-price deal in this transfer window.
PUEBLA, MEXICO – MAY 22: Gilberto Mora of Mexico controls the ball during the international friendly match between Mexico and Ghana at Estadio Cuauhtémoc on May 22, 2026 in Puebla, Mexico. (Photo by Manuel Velasquez/Getty Images)
4 months ago
Cubs select contract of former Phillies, Pirates righty starter amid Edward Cabrera injury originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Chicago Cubs' starting rotation has been significantly depleted from their initial group from the beginning of the year.
Cade Horton is done for the year, Justin Steele isn't going to start for the team this season, and Jameson Taillon and now even Edward Cabrera are all on the injured list.
As the Cubs place Cabrera on the IL after a freak injury covering first base, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports that former Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Vince Velasquez was selected by the Cubs to join the MLB rotation.
"Cubs roster moves: - RHP Tyler Ferguson is the 27th man for today's doubleheader. RHP Vince Velasquez' contract selected. RHP Edward Cabrera is placed on 15-day IL," McGregor reports.
The Chicago Cubs' starting rotation has been significantly depleted from their initial group from the beginning of the year.
Cade Horton is done for the year, Justin Steele isn't going to start for the team this season, and Jameson Taillon and now even Edward Cabrera are all on the injured list.
As the Cubs place Cabrera on the IL after a freak injury covering first base, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports that former Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Vince Velasquez was selected by the Cubs to join the MLB rotation.
"Cubs roster moves: - RHP Tyler Ferguson is the 27th man for today's doubleheader. RHP Vince Velasquez' contract selected. RHP Edward Cabrera is placed on 15-day IL," McGregor reports.
