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Jake Moody slipped on the opening kickoff. Deebo Samuel Sr. and Eric Saubert slipped while running routes. Brandon Allen slipped three times, resulting in a near fumble, an incompletion and an actual fumble. “Yeah it started snowing, raining, whatever, in the second half a little bit so it just made it a little bit slicker and it kind of killed us on one play where I could have got it to JJ ( Jauan Jennings ),” Allen said. “I started slipping on it and then the fumble. That one is so on top of my mind right now.” Brandon Allen slipped three times Sunday and teammates had trouble keeping their footing as well. It was reminiscent of the recent wet playoff game at Levi’s — the 49ers kept slipping, the Packers seemed OK. pic.twitter.com/HcqFzVMSk2 — Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) November 25, 2024 Astute fans might remember that the San Francisco 49ers had slipping issues the last time the teams played, in the 2023 divisional round of the playoffs at wet Levi’s Stadium. As was the case in January, the 49ers had all sorts of footing issues but the Green Bay Packers had none. “There were definitely issues with the footing,” Kyle Shanahan said Monday. “It happened to our quarterback on a number of plays, but it happened to a bunch of guys throughout the game. Guys were fixing their cleats. Some did it pre-game, some did right after the game (started). But that’s an issue at Lambeau that time of year.” Advertisement The Packers had a 2-to-1 advantage in time of possession at halftime, and finished with an advantage of 36:43 to 23:17. Thanks to two fumbles, an interception and two turnovers on downs, Green Bay’s average starting position was their own 44. The 49ers’ was their own 25. The 49ers played 72 snaps on defense and 49 on offense, their fewest of the season. Here’s how the individual snaps broke down ... Quarterback: Allen 49 Shanahan said Brock Purdy (shoulder) did some light throwing on Monday and emerged from the session feeling good. The plan is to rest him on Tuesday and to see how it feels before Wednesday’s practice. “We didn’t push him that hard,” Shanahan said. “But he did some light throwing, which was a good sign. We’ll rest him tomorrow and see how he feels as the week goes.” Purdy had two MRIs last week — one on Monday and another Thursday after his throwing session that day went poorly. Neither revealed any structural damage. Allen, meanwhile, tried to push the ball down the field more than Purdy had in recent weeks but wasn’t always successful. One throw to Jennings over the middle was behind the receiver. One to Samuel was nearly intercepted by linebacker Quay Walker . Another to Samuel went through Samuel’s hands and was intercepted. Overall, Allen was 2 of 6 with a 53.5 passer rating in the middle of the field between 10 and 20 yards, which in previous years had been the sweet spot for the 49ers’ passing attack. As for the finger injury on Allen’s non-throwing hand, he popped up on the team’s practice participation report on the Thursday before the Nov. 10 game in Tampa. He said that week it was the result of a snap snafu and that he was fine. He was a full participant in practices that week and wasn’t part of the team’s practice participation reports beyond that week. Advertisement “He’s fine,” Shanahan said Sunday when asked about the finger. “He hurt his finger like three weeks ago.” Shanahan said Allen would remain the starter if Purdy can’t play Sunday in Buffalo. GO DEEPER 49ers fall apart in blowout loss to Packers: ‘The worst I’ve been a part of' Running back: Christian McCaffrey 40, Kyle Juszczyk (fullback) 20, Jordan Mason 9, George Kittle 2, Saubert 1 Mason got two snaps — including a team-best 16-yard run — in the third quarter, then got clean-up duty after McCaffrey’s fumble in the fourth quarter. The 49ers’ 44 rushing yards were their fewest since rushing for 39 yards in a Week 9 loss in 2021 to the Arizona Cardinals . Free, daily NFL updates direct to your inbox. document.querySelectorAll(".in-content-module[data-module-id='scoop-city-newsletter'] .in-content-module-img img ").forEach((el) => { el.setAttribute("style", "pointer-events: none;");}) Free, daily NFL updates direct to your inbox. Receiver: Jennings 45, Samuel 33, Ricky Pearsall 33, Ronnie Bell 5, Chris Conley 4 For the second straight week, the 49ers got little production from Samuel and Pearsall despite them combining for 66 snaps. Samuel was targeted four times, catching one pass for 21 yards on a gadget play — a nicely executed flea-flicker screen. Pearsall, meanwhile, was targeted six times in the Week 10 game against Tampa Bay . He had two targets and no catches last week and no targets on Sunday. Tight end: Kittle 39, Saubert 12, Jake Tonges 1, Brayden Willis 1 Kittle’s six catches against the Packers gave him 509 career receptions and moved him past Roger Craig and into third place in franchise catches. The only two ahead of him in that category are a pair of Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receivers, Terrell Owens (592) and Jerry Rice (1,281). Kittle, who missed last week’s game against Seattle , ranks third among tight ends in receiving yards this season (642) behind the Las Vegas Raiders’ Brock Bowers (744) and the Arizona Cardinals’ Trey McBride (685). Kittle’s eight touchdown catches trail only the Cincinnati Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase (12) and the Detroit Lions’ Amon Ra-St. Brown (9). George Kittle ladies and gents. 📺 #SFvsGB on FOX NFL+ // https://t.co/KTh0i4nCVJ pic.twitter.com/YVJGOBSIy9 — San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) November 24, 2024 Offensive line: Jaylon Moore 49, Jake Brendel 49, Dominick Puni 49, Colton McKivitz 49, Aaron Banks 42, Ben Bartch 7 Moore, who was essentially the team’s left tackle in training camp as Trent Williams held out, got Pro Football Focus’ second-highest grade on Sunday behind Kittle. He allowed two pressures and graded well as a blocker, which isn’t supposed to be his strong suit. Advertisement Meanwhile, the 49ers might have to tap into their depth at guard this week. Banks had a concussion and is in the protocol. Puni, meanwhile, suffered a shoulder injury. He was getting an MRI when Shanahan spoke to the media Monday and the results were not available. Finally, the 49ers closed Jon Feliciano ’s practice window. Shanahan said Feliciano’s knee never responded the way the team hoped and he will now be shut down for the season. Feliciano, 32, is scheduled to be a free agent in March. He took to X as Shanahan was speaking Monday. Tried my hardest. Father Time real. Hoping this ain’t the end but if it is, Hell of a ride — Jonathan Feliciano (@MongoFeliciano) November 25, 2024 Others on the active roster who can play guard are Bartch, Spencer Burford and Nick Zakelj . Bartch filled in at left guard Sunday when Banks left the game. He had been inactive in the first 10 games but was in uniform due to Williams’ absence. Defensive line: Maliek Collins 47, Yetur Gross-Matos 46, Sam Okuayinonu 45, Leonard Floyd 44, Evan Anderson 36, Kalia Davis 30, Jordan Elliott 26, Robert Beal Jr. 21 Okuayinonu’s 45 snaps were a career high and it was a mild surprise when he, not Gross-Matos, started opposite Floyd at defensive end. Gross-Matos didn’t enter until the ninth play of the game. Floyd, meanwhile, has finished each of the last four seasons with at least nine sacks. A few weeks ago, it was hard to see him keeping that streak intact. But he had 1 1/2 last week and two more on Sunday and now sits at 6 1/2 with six games to go. It’s also noteworthy that Anderson, the undrafted rookie, out-snapped Davis (and also was tapped over newcomer Khalil Davis , who was inactive). Among defensive linemen, Anderson tied with Floyd and Gross-Matos for a team-high four tackles. Elliott is in the concussion protocol. After going through all of training camp and half the season without a concussion, the 49ers have had four in the last four games: Dee Winters (Week 8), Jacob Cowing (Week 11), Elliott and Banks (Week 12). Advertisement Quarterback pressures: Linebacker: Fred Warner 72, Campbell 67, Winters 22 The 49ers missed 10 tackles in the first quarter and the problems didn’t stop there. Per Pro Football Focus, they finished with 19, the most PFF has ever documented for a 49ers game since it started charting games in 2006. Warner led the way with four missed tackles, the most for any 49er in one game this season. Shanahan said the 49ers came up with a different number for missed tackles — 12 — and defended Warner’s play in recent weeks. “I still think Fred’s the man. I think Fred’s playing at a high level,” he said. “I know he had four missed tackles, which is too much for anyone, way too much for him. So obviously, he can do better in that way. But Fred’s still playing like one of the best linebackers in the league. I know he’s got a real high standard. So when he has something like (Sunday’s performance) it’s gonna stick out.” The 49ers plan to open Dre Greenlaw ’s (Achilles) practice window this week and he’s expected to practice on Wednesday. That will be his first practice since getting ready for the Super Bowl in February at UNLV’s practice fields. Missed tackles: Cornerback: Lenoir 67, Yiadom 59, Green 47, Rock Ya-Sin 19 Opponents have been picking on Green over the past two weeks. He’s allowed completions on 10 of 13 targets for 129 yards and opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 107.5 in those games. Green hurt his neck late Sunday and was replaced by Ya-Sin. Green is considered day to day. Lenoir, meanwhile, banged knees with an opponent during the game. He returned to the contest but, like Puni, was getting an MRI on Monday afternoon. Yiadom, meanwhile, gave up just one completion on three targets, though the outing could have been far worse. Receiver Christian Watson dropped what would have been a 49-yard touchdown at the end of the second quarter. Advertisement Safety: Brown 72, Mustapha 72, George Odum 1 There was one exception to Sunday’s missed-tackle convention: Mustapha. He prominently zipped in from the secondary to stop running back Josh Jacobs in his tracks on one play and finished tied with Yiadom for a team-high nine tackles. Brown? He had been on a four-game streak with no missed tackles but had three against the Packers. He also could not come down with a makable interception in the third quarter. Special teams: Odum 23, Beal 20, Conley 17, Winters 17, Saubert 16, Jalen Graham 16, Willis 15, Yiadom 13, Nick McCloud 10, Mason 10, Tonges 9, Isaac Guerendo 7, Ya-Sin 7, Campbell 6, Gross-Matos 6, Warner 6, Collins 6, Brown 6, Anderson 6, Moody 5, Pat O’Donnell 5, Taybor Pepper 5, Lenoir 5, Pearsall 4, Tashaun Gipson Sr. 4, Samuel 3, Davis 3, Elliott 3, Burford 2, Zakelj 2, Banks 2, McKivitz 2, Moore 2, Puni 2, Green 1 Samuel had an 87-yard kick return to begin the second half that would have continued the momentum the 49ers had built at the end of the first half. However, it was wiped away by a holding call on Saubert that seemed more like a pancake block upon review. Kyle Shanahan said Deebo Samuel’s 87-yard kick return might have changed the momentum of the game if not for a holding call on Eric Saubert (which seemed more like a pancake block). pic.twitter.com/lbpW0EFJUa — Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) November 25, 2024 Guerendo, meanwhile, had his second kickoff fumble of the season in the second quarter. The 49ers didn’t lose this one, but Guerendo was out, and Samuel in, on kick returns from that point forth. (Top photo of Brock Purdy and Brandon Allen: Todd Rosenberg / Getty Images)With more than half of the 16 teams still mathematically alive to make the conference championship game, the Big 12 will command a lot of attention in the final week of the regular season. No. 14 Arizona State and No. 17 Iowa State would play for the Big 12 title and likely College Football Playoff spot on Dec. 7 if they both win Saturday and there's a four-way tie for first place. There are seven other teams that begin this week with hopes, slim in most cases, of getting into the game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Last week it was No. 19 BYU and No. 23 Colorado that had the inside track to the championship game. Arizona State beat the Cougars and Kansas knocked off the Buffaloes, and here we are. "Everybody counted us out, I think, two weeks ago," Iowa State coach Matt Campbell said after his team beat Utah 31-28. "We didn't flinch. We didn't waver. And we just keep fighting." The Cyclones were national darlings the first half of the season as they won seven straight games to match the best start in program history. Back-to-back losses to Texas Tech and Kansas followed. Now they've won two straight heading into "Farmageddon," their rivalry game against Kansas State at home. "Right now they've got the pen and they continue to write the story," Campbell said of his players, "and I hope they will continue to write it the way they've got the ability to write it. Unwavering. Tough, mentally tough, physically tough. This group has stood for it every step of the way." Arizona State has been an even better story than the Cyclones. The Sun Devils have six more wins than they did last season, when they went 3-9. They were picked to finish last in their first year in the Big 12. They'll go for their fifth straight victory when they play at Arizona on Saturday. "These guys came off no momentum and everybody doubting them, and everybody is still doubting them. That's what makes this special," second-year coach Kenny Dillingham said. "Hopefully the expectations become higher. I don't know if there's a way we can exceed expectations more than we're exceeding them right now." Checking in on five of the Top 25: The Ducks were idle Saturday after clinching a spot in the Big Ten championship game with their win at Wisconsin on Nov. 16. Oregon can go 12-0 in the regular season for the first time since 2010 if it beats Washington at home this week. Oregon's only two losses last season came against the Huskies, both decided by three points. The first was a top-10 matchup in the regular season and the second was a top-five matchup in the Pac-12 championship game. The Ducks are 19 1/2-point favorites this time, according to BetMGM Sportsbook. The Buckeyes' showdown with upstart Indiana combined with Michigan's dropoff after winning the national championship have lowered the volume on this week's meeting with the Wolverines at the Horseshoe. If Michigan beats Ohio State a fourth straight time and it keeps the Buckeyes out of the Big Ten championship game and playoff ... well, there'll be lots of noise in Columbus then. The Lone Star Showdown returns to the gridiron for the first time since 2011, when Texas and Texas A&M were in the Big 12. The Longhorns head to No. 20 Texas A&M on a four-game win streak. The Aggies have lost two of three after Saturday's four-overtime loss at Auburn. The winner advances to the Southeastern Conference championship game against Georgia. The Broncos are tied with Notre Dame for the second-longest active win streak, at nine games, and they seem to have adopted a survive-and-advance mantra. They trailed 23-point underdog Wyoming in the fourth quarter before winning 17-13 and clinching a spot in the Mountain West championship game. They won their previous game, 42-21 against San Jose State, but didn't pull away until the fourth quarter. Two weeks ago they beat a three-win Nevada team 28-21. Just when you think Illinois is about to cash in for the season, they do what they did against Rutgers. The Illini were down 31-30 when they lined up for a 58-yard field goal with 14 seconds left. Ethan Moczulski missed. But wait. Rutgers called timeout before the snap, and Bret Bielema thought better of trying another kick and sent his offense back on the field. Luke Altmyer passed to Pat Bryant for the winning 40-yard touchdown. The Illini won't play for the Big Ten title, but they have a chance for nine wins and a nice bowl. Ohio State played in three of the five regular-season top-five matchups and won three of them. The Buckeyes lost to Oregon and beat Penn State and Indiana. ... Kansas' 37-21 win over Colorado made the Jayhawks the first FBS team with a losing record to beat three straight Top 25 opponents. The Jayhawks, who were 2-6 a month ago, will be bowl eligible if they win at Baylor. ... Nebraska ended the longest power conference bowl drought with its 44-25 win over Wisconsin. The Cornhuskers haven't played in a bowl since 2016. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Scorpio – (23rd October to 21st November) Daily Horoscope Prediction says, Keep confidence level growing Keep the love life engaging and consider a romantic dinner. Professionally you will have a busy day. Handle the financial affairs with care. Health is good. Overcome the relationship issues with a positive attitude. At the office, you have a tight schedule that may reflect on your health. Make major investments to have a good return in the future. Health is also positive today. Scorpio Love Horoscope Today Be fair in love today. Minor issues may come up but they won’t be serious. Handle them diligently. If you had a tiff in the previous days, today is good to troubleshoot them. Handle the crisis with care and you’ll see positive results. A weekend at a hill station is a good option to strengthen the bonding and spend time sharing emotions. You may also introduce the lover to the family. Married Scorpios must keep a distance from office romance which otherwise can cause turbulence today. Scorpio Career Horoscope Today Be patient and diplomatic while dealing with managers. Do not lose your temper in team meetings and always be clear in ideas. This will help you put forward the concept. Team managers or team leaders should have alternative plans in case a project goes haywire. Students will clear examinations while entrepreneurs will be successful in gaining new contracts. If you are keen to start a partnership, pick the day as you will see good results sooner. Entrepreneurs handling manufacturing-related businesses will see good results today. Scorpio Money Horoscope Today Some unexpected expenses will come up and you should have enough wealth in the coffers. You can consider investing in land, property, stock, or any other source in the second half of the day. Some Scorpios will resolve financial issues with the siblings today. Businessmen may consider expansion of business to new territories which also means a good inflow of revenue today. Some traders will face tax-related issues today. Scorpio Health Horoscope Today No serious health issues will be there but children may complain about oral health issues. Females should be careful while chopping vegetables and fruits in the kitchen as minor cuts may happen. You should also drink plenty of water and must give up both alcohol and tobacco. Pregnant females should be careful while riding a two-wheeler. Scorpio Sign Attributes Strength Mystic, Practical, Intelligent, Independent, Dedicated, Charming, Sensible Weakness: Suspicious, Complicated, Possessive, Arrogant, Extreme Symbol: Scorpion Element: Water Body Part: Sexual Organs Sign Ruler: Pluto, Mars Lucky Day: Tuesday Lucky Color: Purple, Black Lucky Number: 4 Lucky Stone: Red Coral Scorpio Sign Compatibility Chart Natural affinity: Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn, Pisces Good compatibility: Taurus, Scorpio Fair compatibility: Aries, Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius Less compatibility: Leo, Aquarius By: Dr. J. N. Pandey Vedic Astrology & Vastu Expert Website: www.astrologerjnpandey.com E-mail: djnpandey@gmail.com Phone: 91-9811107060 (WhatsApp Only)Fair Isaac's executive vice president sells $8.1 million in stock
Amazon and Starbucks workers are on strike. Trump might have something to do with it Amazon delivery drivers and Starbucks baristas are on strike in a handful of U.S. cities as they seek to exert pressure on the two major companies to recognize them as unionized employees or to meet demands for an inaugural labor contract. Strikes during busy periods like the holidays can help unions exercise leverage during negotiations or garner support from sympathetic consumers. One expert says he thinks workers at both companies are “desperate” to make progress before President-elect Donald Trump can appoint a Republican majority to the National Labor Relations Board. Workers at Starbucks, Amazon and some other prominent consumer brands are fighting for their first contracts after several locations voted to unionize. Bluesky finds with growth comes growing pains — and bots Bluesky has seen its user base soar since the U.S. presidential election, boosted by people seeking refuge from Elon Musk’s X, or wanting an alternative to Meta’s Threads and its algorithms. The platform grew out of the company then known as Twitter and was eventually intended to replace it. While this is still very much a pie in the sky, Bluesky’s growth trajectory could make it a serious competitor to other social platforms. With growth, though, comes growing pains. It’s not just human users who’ve been flocking to Bluesky but also bots, including those designed to create partisan division or direct users to junk websites. Party City to close its stores as company files for bankruptcy LOS ANGELES (AP) — Party City announced that it's going to “wind down” its retail and wholesale operations as it prepares to shutter nearly 700 stores nationwide. The company said Saturday it has also filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection "to maximize value for the benefit of the company’s stakeholders.” The New Jersey-based retailer said it will keep more than 95% of its 12,000 employees to help with the process of closing down. Customers have flocked to Party City for Halloween costumes, favors for children’s birthday parties and decorations for New Year’s Eve celebrations for nearly 40 years. It has faced growing competition from Walmart and Target and from occasion-based pop-up stores such as Spirit Halloween. A million taxpayers will soon receive up to $1,400 from the IRS. Who are they and why now? Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS in the coming weeks. The money will be directly deposited into eligible people’s bank accounts or sent in the mail by a paper check. Most people shouldn't get their hopes up about receiving the cash. The IRS says it’s distributing about $2.4 billion to taxpayers who failed to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns after missing one of the COVID stimulus payments or receiving less than the full amount. The IRS says most taxpayers eligible for the federal stimulus payments received them. 'Sonic 3' bests 'Mufasa: The Lion King' at the box office NEW YORK (AP) — In the holiday season battle of big-budget family movies, Paramount Pictures’ “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” sped past the Walt Disney Co.’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” to take the top spot at the box office. The results came just ahead of the lucrative Christmas corridor in theaters. According to studio estimates, “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” debuted with $62 million in ticket sales over the weekend. “Mufasa,” however, was humbled in its opening weekend, coming in notably shy of expectations. It returned just $35 million in domestic ticket sales. Farmers are still reeling months after Hurricane Helene ravaged crops across the South LYONS, Ga. (AP) — Farmers in Georgia are still reeling more than two months after Hurricane Helene blew away cotton, destroyed ripened squash and cucumbers and uprooted pecan trees and timber. Agribusinesses in other Southern states saw costly damage as well. The University of Georgia estimates the September storm inflicted $5.5 billion in direct losses and indirect costs in Georgia alone. In rural Toombs County, Chris Hopkins just finished harvesting his ravaged cotton crop and figures he lost half of it, costing him about $430,000. Poultry grower Jeffrey Pridgen in Georgia's Coffee County had four of his 12 chicken houses destroyed and others badly damaged. Farmers say more government disaster assistance is needed. Ex-OpenAI engineer who raised legal concerns about the technology he helped build has died Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI engineer and whistleblower who helped train the artificial intelligence systems behind ChatGPT and later said he believed those practices violated copyright law, has died, according to his parents and San Francisco officials. He was 26. He was well-regarded by colleagues at the San Francisco company, where a co-founder this week called him one of OpenAI’s strongest contributors who was essential to developing some of its products. But he grew disillusioned with the company and told The Associated Press this fall he would “try to testify” in copyright infringement cases against it. Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge shows price pressures eased last month WASHINGTON (AP) — An inflation gauge that is closely watched by the Federal Reserve barely rose last month in a sign that price pressures cooled after two months of sharp gains. Prices rose just 0.1% from October to November. Excluding the volatile food and energy categories, prices also ticked up just 0.1%, after two months of outsize 0.3% gains. The milder inflation figures arrived two days after Federal Reserve officials, led by Chair Jerome Powell, rocked financial markets by revealing that they now expect to cut their key interest rate just two times in 2025, down from four in their previous estimate. Albania to close TikTok for a year blaming it for promoting violence among children TIRANA, Albania (AP) — Albania’s prime minister says the government will shut down video service TikTok for one year, blaming it for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children. Albanian authorities held 1,300 meetings with teachers and parents following the stabbing death of a teenager in mid-November by another teenager following a quarrel that started on TikTok. Prime Minister Edi Rama, speaking at a meeting with teachers and parents, said TikTok “would be fully closed for all. ... There will be no TikTok in the Republic of Albania.” Rama says the ban will begin sometime next year. Albanian children comprise the largest group of TikTok users in the country, according to domestic researchers. Stock market today: Wall Street rises to turn a dismal week into just a bad one NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose to turn what would have been one of the market’s worst weeks of the year into just a pretty bad one. The S&P 500 rallied 1.1% Friday to shave its loss for the week down to 2%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped nearly 500 points, and the Nasdaq composite gained 1%. A report said a measure of inflation the Federal Reserve likes to use was slightly lower last month than expected. It’s an encouraging signal after the Fed shocked markets Wednesday by saying worries about inflation could keep it from cutting interest rates in 2025 as much as earlier thought.
NoneMilestone deal for DAZN's position as the global home of sport. This acquisition establishes DAZN's sports platform in Australia , one of the world's most attractive sports markets. Foxtel Group will leverage DAZN's global reach, industry-leading technology and extensive content portfolio to further enhance the viewing experience for Australian sports fans. LONDON , NEW YORK , and SYDNEY , Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DAZN, a world-leading sports entertainment platform, has today announced an agreement to acquire Foxtel Group ('Foxtel') from its majority shareholder News Corp and minority shareholder Telstra at an enterprise value of US$2.2 billion , subject to regulatory approval. The acquisition establishes DAZN as a leader in sports entertainment in Australia – a highly attractive sports market – while also expanding DAZN's global footprint and enhancing the group's standing as the global home of sport. The addition of Foxtel to DAZN brings the Group's pro-forma revenues towards US$6 billion and provides the additional content, expertise, and expansion opportunities to accelerate DAZN's growth trajectory. Foxtel is one of Australia's leading media companies, with 4.7 million subscribers, who will benefit from DAZN's extensive portfolio of sports content, platform technology, and global reach. From its beginnings as Australia's original pay-TV innovator, Foxtel has evolved to become a digital and streaming leader in sports and entertainment and the proposed transaction positions Foxtel for continued expansion as a digital-first, streaming-focused business. Foxtel will maintain its local character, led by the CEO, Patrick Delany , and his world-class management team. DAZN, a sports streaming platform with a truly global reach, is committed to growing the global audience for domestic Australian sports across the 200 territories in which it is available. Under the terms of the transaction, News Corp and Telstra will become minority shareholders in DAZN, enabling them to retain an interest in Foxtel. Shay Segev , Chief Executive Officer of DAZN, said: "Australians watch more sport than any other country in the world, which makes this deal an incredibly exciting opportunity for DAZN to enter a key market, marking another step in our long-term strategy to become the global home of sport. Foxtel is a successful business that has undergone a remarkable digital transformation in recent years, and we are confident that our global reach and relentless pursuit of innovation will continue to drive the business forward and ensure long-term success. "We are committed to supporting and investing in Foxtel's television and streaming services, across both sports and entertainment, using our world-leading technology to further enhance the viewing experience for customers. We are also committed to using our global reach to export Australia's most popular sports to new markets around the world, and we will continue to promote women's and under-represented sports. "We're looking forward to working closely with Patrick Delany and his team, as well as News Corp and Telstra as shareholders in DAZN, to realise our ambitious vision for the future of sport entertainment." Siobhan McKenna , the Chairman of Foxtel , said the agreement with DAZN was international recognition of the transformation of Foxtel from an incumbent pay TV operator to a sports and entertainment digital and streaming leader. "Over the last seven years the Foxtel team, with the strong support of News, have achieved an extraordinary turnaround in an intensely competitive environment." Foxtel Group CEO, Patrick Delany , said: "Today's announcement is a natural evolution for the Foxtel Group, having reinvented the company over the past five years as Australia's most dynamic technology-led streaming company. "Kayo and Foxtel provide Australian sports fans with access to the best Australian and international sport and shows, including AFL, NRL and Cricket with 4.7 million subscribers. "We are excited by DAZN's commitment to the Australian market. They are experts in the sports media business and can play a significant role in supporting Foxtel as the business grows its streaming capabilities, bringing a bigger and better service to customers across entertainment, news and sport. They are a perfect match for us as we look toward this next era of growth. "We have been grateful for the support of News Corp while we reimagined the future of Foxtel. In 2019, when we merged Foxtel and Fox Sports we had many people questioning our future. "After launching Kayo later in 2019 and BINGE in 2020, today we are the largest Australian-based streamer of sport and entertainment, we have stabilised our Foxtel base and launched Hubbl to help consumers find all the streamed content they love all in one place. This wouldn't have been possible without the support and encouragement of News Corp." NOTES TO EDITORS About DAZN As a world-leading sports entertainment platform, DAZN streams over 90,000 live events annually and is available in more than 200 markets worldwide. DAZN is the home of European football, women's football, boxing and MMA, and the NFL internationally. The platform features the biggest sports and leagues from around the world – Bundesliga, Serie A, LALIGA, Ligue 1, Formula 1, NBA, Moto GP, and many more including the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. DAZN is transforming the way people enjoy sport. With a single, frictionless platform, sports fans can watch, play, buy, and connect. Live and on-demand sports content, anywhere, in any language, on any device – only on DAZN. DAZN partners with leading pay-TV operators, ISPs and Telcos worldwide to maximise sports exposure to a broad audience. Its partners include Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Sky, Movistar, Telenet, Vodafone, and many more. DAZN is a global, privately-owned company, founded in 2016, with more than 3,000 employees. The Group generated $3.2bn in revenue in 2023, having grown its annual revenues by over 50% on average from 2020 to 2023, through diverse revenue streams comprising subscriptions, advertising, sponsorship, and transactional. For more information on DAZN, our products, people, and performance, visit www.dazngroup.com . About Foxtel The Foxtel Group is one of Australia's leading media companies with 4.7 million subscribers. Its businesses include subscription television, streaming, sports production and advertising. The Foxtel Group is owned 65% by News Corp and 35% by Telstra. The Foxtel Group's diversified business includes Fox Sports, Australia's leading sports production company, famous for live sports and shows with the best commentators and personalities. It is also the home of local and global entertainment content and continues to be the partner of choice for the widest range of sports and international content providers based on established, long-term relationships, growing streaming audiences, and position as the largest Australian-based subscription television company.Prominent road in Hayling Island to be closed for much-needed repairs
MMBL-Pathfinder Group has entered into a strategic partnership with HCLTech, a leading global technology company, to introduce innovative IT training programs in Sri Lanka. This collaboration is set to be a game-changer, with the newly established Pathfinder EdTech Institute at its core, aimed at creating a skilled workforce ready for the digital age. With a Mapping the Future of Tech Education this patronship is set to transform IT upskilling in Sri Lanka by delivering world class, Employment focused training programs through the career Shaper platform. and also designed to seamlessly connect academic learning with industry requirements. By incorporating HCLTech’s acclaimed training methods, expertly curated curriculum and state-of-the-art tech tools, this initiative promises to equip individuals with practical, job-ready skills. The official lunch of the Pathfinder EdTech was held on Thursday 19th December at the Taj Samudra. Waruna Sri Dhanapala act. Secretary to the Ministry of Digital Economy was the guest of honour of the event. Srimathi Shivashankar The program will debut with two training centers in Colombo and Jaffna, with plans to expand across the country. The first courses will cover essential topics such as Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, with more subjects to follow. The blended learning approach will combine tech-driven coursework, hands-on projects and internship opportunities, offering participants a comprehensive and immersive educational experience. “Our collaboration with MMBL-Pathfinder Group reinforces HCLTech’s commitment to empowering communities through transformative education. By bringing Career Shaper to Sri Lanka, we aim to nurture a generation of IT professionals ready to lead in the global digital economy,” said Srimathi Shivashankar, CVP and Global Head of EdTech, HCLTech. This initiative aligns with HCLTech’s vision of enabling accessible, high-quality tech education worldwide. Operating in over 59 countries, the company is a global leader in workforce transformation, leveraging emerging technologies to create impactful career pathways. Pathfinder EdTech Institute’s launch underscores Sri Lanka’s potential as a future hub for IT innovation. This partnership is poised to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the country, contributing to its aspirations of becoming a regional leader in digital excellence. “By investing in Sri Lanka’s talent, we are not just advancing education but also creating opportunities for economic growth and innovation,” said Balasundaram, Director/Chief Executive Officer, MMBL- Pathfinder Group of Companies. HCLTech has significantly expanded its presence in Sri Lanka since entering the market in 2020. The company opened its largest facility in 2021 at the Cinnamon Life complex, Colombo, underscoring its commitment to making Sri Lanka a global IT services delivery hub, providing services in digital applications, system integration, product development and infrastructure management.LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Broncos are 0-4 in Las Vegas, but in a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions, Denver has more at stake than trying to end a series skid. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Broncos are 0-4 in Las Vegas, but in a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions, Denver has more at stake than trying to end a series skid. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Broncos are 0-4 in Las Vegas, but in a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions, Denver has more at stake than trying to end a series skid. A victory over the Raiders puts the Broncos that much closer to an unexpected playoff berth, playing with a rookie quarterback and just a year after they went 8-9. The Broncos are 6-5 and coming off a 38-6 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, and would be in the playoff field if the season ended entering Week 12. Not bad for a team given a win total of 5 1/2 games at BetMGM Sportsbook. “Everyone understands the significance of where we are at this point in the season,” Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton said. The situation is quite different for the Raiders. They are 2-8, on a six-game losing streak and decimated by injuries. Las Vegas could enter this game without its top two running backs and a reshuffled line on offense, and defensively, the Raiders could have two linemen, three cornerbacks and a safety out of action. “Just been having some bad breaks, but nobody feels sorry for us,” Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said. “Nobody feels sorry for me. You’ve got to roll out there with 11 players, and that’s what we’re going to do come Sunday.” The Raiders are badly in a need of a franchise quarterback and are in a logjam for the top pick in next year’s NFL draft. Denver showed with this year’s draft how valuable landing such a QB can be to an organization. Bo Nix was selected 12th — one spot ahead of the Raiders — and he is pushing for AP Offensive Rookie of the Year. He was this week’s top AFC player and rookie after completing 28 of 33 passes for 307 yards and four touchdowns in the rout of the Falcons. “I think as we’ve gone on, Coach (Sean Payton) and I have found a good rhythm of what we both like, what we can kind of put out there on the field and what we can execute,” Nix said. “Then the guys have kind of adapted to it, found our roles within the offense and executed at a high level. It’s just all about slowing the game down and processing things in a manner that you can handle.” Nix’s competition? Raiders tight end Brock Bowers also could have a say in who wins the season’s top offensive rookie award. He is second in the NFL with 70 catches and his 706 yards receiving is 10th among all receivers. His numbers from a historical perspective are even more impressive. Bowers, the 13th pick in this year’s draft, is fourth all time among all tight ends in catches through the first 11 weeks and he and Jeremy Shockey in 2002 are the only rookies at that position to have more than one game with at least 10 receptions. “This week’s a brand new week,” Bowers said. “I’ve always got something to prove.” Crowded backfield Payton still isn’t entirely comfortable splitting carries between running backs Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and rookie Audric Estime. Asked how he determines the right balance in his rotation, Payton said, “That’s the $6 million question. It’s difficult. We know kind of what we have with those three players. I think it’s always hard to feed three. “I’m used to — and it’s easy — to feed two. So we kind of do that a little bit. I thought Javonte had some really good runs (last week). Certainly the game ends and we’re like, ‘Gosh, we have to get Jaleel more touches.’ So it’s a tough, but a good problem to have.” Starting mindset With injuries to running backs Alexander Mattison (ankle) and Zamir White (quadriceps), 10-year veteran Ameer Abdullah could get the start for the Raiders this weekend. He has just 17 carries for 82 yards and a touchdown this season and started just one game his previous six seasons. “I see myself as a starter,” Abdullah said. “I think every guy in the room does. I consider myself the best back on this team just like every back does. This is my opportunity to go out there and put my best foot forward.” Certain Surtain Patrick Surtain II had a pair of interceptions, including one he returned for 100 yards and a touchdown, in the team’s first meeting this season and that fueled the Broncos’ 34-18 win in Denver. Both of the passes were intended for Bowers, who caught a 57-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter. Surtain isn’t expecting the Raiders to avoid him Sunday, however. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. “You don’t want to go into a game thinking they’re not gonna throw it your way,” Surtain said, “because it’s the pros at the end of the day, everybody’s ready, everybody’s capable.” ___ AP Pro Football Writer Arnie Stapleton in Englewood, Colorado, contributed to this report. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Advertisement Advertisement
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had a brutally honest admission for what he sees as the biggest reason why his team has underperformed expectations in 2024. Tagovailoa was asked Wednesday if he was surprised by the team’s 5-7 record at this point in the season. The quarterback responded by saying he blamed himself and the concussion he suffered in Week 2 that kept him out for four games at a key point in the campaign. “Very surprised. I don’t think that shows the character of who we are as a team, doesn’t show the work that we’ve put in this offseason together. Nobody else will say it but me: I feel like this has a lot to do with myself putting myself in harm’s way in the second game, going down, basically leaving my guys out to dry,” Tagovailoa said. Tua Tagovailoa was asked how surprised he is by the team's 5-7 record. “Nobody else will say it but me: I feel like this has a lot to do with myself, obviously putting myself in harm’s way in the second game, basically leaving my guys out to dry.” pic.twitter.com/ZsSQdlaBnT — Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 4, 2024 Tagovailoa suffered the concussion in Week 2, when he dove head-first in a bid to gain more yardage and wound up colliding with Buffalo’s Damar Hamlin. The Dolphins lost three of the four games Tagovailoa missed, and he has continued to face questions about whether he needs to play smarter to reduce the risk of more head injuries. The Dolphins have a relatively forgiving schedule down the stretch, so they still have a chance of rallying for a playoff spot. Tagovailoa absolutely has to stay healthy, though, and it sounds like he is aware of that. This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.
The market may be trading at a record high, but the same cannot be said for the ASX 200 stock in this article. Although its shares have risen off their lows for the year, they are still trading materially below both their 52-week and all-time highs. While disappointing for shareholders, one leading broker appears to see this as a buying opportunity for others. Which ASX 200 stock could be undervalued? The stock in question is ( ). It describes itself as an end-to-end global business, focusing on producing premium still and sparkling wines for 70+ markets. Among its portfolio are wine brands such as Penfolds, 19 Crimes, Matua, Daou Vineyards, Lindeman's, Blossom Hill, and Wolf Blass. Goldman Sachs thinks its shares are undervalued at current levels. It highlights that they are trading on lower than average multiples despite the company having a very positive earnings growth outlook. The broker recently said: Our Buy rating on TWE is premised on accelerating double-digit EPS growth in FY24-27e driven by 1) continued global expansion of Penfolds, especially post the removal of China import tariffs on Australian wine; our recent channel checks suggest positive reception to the returning Australian sourced Penfolds and we expect a ~63pct pre-tariff recovery by 2027 And 2) its rank as the #1 luxury wine company in the US (most sales in luxury wine) with the recent acquisitions of Frank Family Vineyards (FFV) and DAOU which have been growth and margin accretive, combined with a stable portfolio of Premium Brands. TWE is trading modestly below the 5-year historical P/E average. Big returns The note reveals that Goldman has a buy rating and $15.20 price target on the ASX 200 stock. Based on its current share price of $11.44, this implies potential upside of almost 33% for investors over the next 12 months. To put that into context, a $5,000 investment in the wine giant's shares would turn into approximately $6,650 if Goldman Sachs is on the money with its recommendation. But the returns won't stop there. This ASX 200 share is one of the more generous growth shares out there on the Australian share market. For example, Goldman Sachs expects the company to reward its shareholders with a partially franked 36 cents per share dividend in FY 2025. This equates to an attractive 3.1% at current prices, which stretches the total potential 12-month return to approximately 36%.
LONDON , NEW YORK , and SYDNEY , Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DAZN , a world-leading sports entertainment platform, has today announced an agreement to acquire Foxtel Group (' Foxtel ') from its majority shareholder News Corp and minority shareholder Telstra at an enterprise value of US$2.2 billion , subject to regulatory approval. The acquisition establishes DAZN as a leader in sports entertainment in Australia – a highly attractive sports market – while also expanding DAZN's global footprint and enhancing the group's standing as the global home of sport. The addition of Foxtel to DAZN brings the Group's pro-forma revenues towards US$6 billion and provides the additional content, expertise, and expansion opportunities to accelerate DAZN's growth trajectory. Foxtel is one of Australia's leading media companies, with 4.7 million subscribers, who will benefit from DAZN's extensive portfolio of sports content, platform technology, and global reach. From its beginnings as Australia's original pay-TV innovator, Foxtel has evolved to become a digital and streaming leader in sports and entertainment and the proposed transaction positions Foxtel for continued expansion as a digital-first, streaming-focused business. Foxtel will maintain its local character, led by the CEO, Patrick Delany , and his world-class management team. DAZN, a sports streaming platform with a truly global reach, is committed to growing the global audience for domestic Australian sports across the 200 territories in which it is available. Under the terms of the transaction, News Corp and Telstra will become minority shareholders in DAZN, enabling them to retain an interest in Foxtel. Shay Segev , Chief Executive Officer of DAZN, said: "Australians watch more sport than any other country in the world, which makes this deal an incredibly exciting opportunity for DAZN to enter a key market, marking another step in our long-term strategy to become the global home of sport. Foxtel is a successful business that has undergone a remarkable digital transformation in recent years, and we are confident that our global reach and relentless pursuit of innovation will continue to drive the business forward and ensure long-term success. "We are committed to supporting and investing in Foxtel's television and streaming services, across both sports and entertainment, using our world-leading technology to further enhance the viewing experience for customers. We are also committed to using our global reach to export Australia's most popular sports to new markets around the world, and we will continue to promote women's and under-represented sports. "We're looking forward to working closely with Patrick Delany and his team, as well as News Corp and Telstra as shareholders in DAZN, to realise our ambitious vision for the future of sport entertainment." Siobhan McKenna , the Chairman of Foxtel , said the agreement with DAZN was international recognition of the transformation of Foxtel from an incumbent pay TV operator to a sports and entertainment digital and streaming leader. "Over the last seven years the Foxtel team, with the strong support of News, have achieved an extraordinary turnaround in an intensely competitive environment." Foxtel Group CEO, Patrick Delany , said: "Today's announcement is a natural evolution for the Foxtel Group, having reinvented the company over the past five years as Australia's most dynamic technology-led streaming company. "Kayo and Foxtel provide Australian sports fans with access to the best Australian and international sport and shows, including AFL, NRL and Cricket with 4.7 million subscribers. "We are excited by DAZN's commitment to the Australian market. They are experts in the sports media business and can play a significant role in supporting Foxtel as the business grows its streaming capabilities, bringing a bigger and better service to customers across entertainment, news and sport. They are a perfect match for us as we look toward this next era of growth. "We have been grateful for the support of News Corp while we reimagined the future of Foxtel. In 2019, when we merged Foxtel and Fox Sports we had many people questioning our future. "After launching Kayo later in 2019 and BINGE in 2020, today we are the largest Australian-based streamer of sport and entertainment, we have stabilised our Foxtel base and launched Hubbl to help consumers find all the streamed content they love all in one place. This wouldn't have been possible without the support and encouragement of News Corp." NOTES TO EDITORS About DAZN As a world-leading sports entertainment platform, DAZN streams over 90,000 live events annually and is available in more than 200 markets worldwide. DAZN is the home of European football, women's football, boxing and MMA, and the NFL internationally. The platform features the biggest sports and leagues from around the world – Bundesliga, Serie A, LALIGA, Ligue 1, Formula 1, NBA, Moto GP, and many more including the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. DAZN is transforming the way people enjoy sport. With a single, frictionless platform, sports fans can watch, play, buy, and connect. Live and on-demand sports content, anywhere, in any language, on any device – only on DAZN. DAZN partners with leading pay-TV operators, ISPs and Telcos worldwide to maximise sports exposure to a broad audience. Its partners include Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Sky, Movistar, Telenet, Vodafone, and many more. DAZN is a global, privately-owned company, founded in 2016, with more than 3,000 employees. The Group generated $3.2bn in revenue in 2023, having grown its annual revenues by over 50% on average from 2020 to 2023, through diverse revenue streams comprising subscriptions, advertising, sponsorship, and transactional. For more information on DAZN, our products, people, and performance, visit www.dazngroup.com . About Foxtel The Foxtel Group is one of Australia's leading media companies with 4.7 million subscribers. Its businesses include subscription television, streaming, sports production and advertising. The Foxtel Group is owned 65% by News Corp and 35% by Telstra. The Foxtel Group's diversified business includes Fox Sports, Australia's leading sports production company, famous for live sports and shows with the best commentators and personalities. It is also the home of local and global entertainment content and continues to be the partner of choice for the widest range of sports and international content providers based on established, long-term relationships, growing streaming audiences, and position as the largest Australian-based subscription television company. View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dazn-advances-global-expansion-with-acquisition-of-foxtel-a-leading-australian-sports-and-entertainment-media-group-302337994.html SOURCE DAZNLAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Tyrese Hunter scored 17 of his 26 points after halftime to lead Memphis to a 99-97 overtime win against two-time defending national champion and second-ranked UConn on Monday in the first round of the Maui Invitational . Hunter shot 7 of 10 from 3-point range for the Tigers (5-0), who were 12 of 22 from beyond at the arc as a team. PJ Haggerty had 22 points and five assists, Colby Rogers had 19 points and Dain Dainja scored 14. Tarris Reed Jr. had 22 points and 11 rebounds off the bench for the Huskies (4-1). Alex Karaban had 19 points and six assists, and Jaylin Stewart scored 16. Memphis led by as many as 13 with about four minutes left in regulation, but UConn chipped away and eventually tied it on Solo Ball’s 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds remaining. Memphis: The Tigers ranked second nationally in field goal percentage going into the game and shot it at a 54.7% clip. UConn: The Huskies saw their string of 17 consecutive wins dating back to February come to an end. The teams were tied at 92 with less than a minute remaining in overtime when UConn coach Dan Hurley was assessed a technical foul for his displeasure with an over-the-back call against Liam McNeeley. PJ Carter hit four straight free throws — two for the tech and the other pair for the personal foul — to give Memphis a 96-92 lead with 40.3 seconds to play. UConn had three players foul out. Memphis attempted 40 free throws and made 29 of them. Memphis will play the winner of Colorado-Michigan State on Tuesday in the second round of the invitational. UConn will play the loser of that game in the consolation bracket. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball .
Lloyd’s Register completes acquisition of Ocean Technologies GroupFormer Florida congressman Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation. The Republican's announcement came one day after meeting with senators in an effort to win their support for his confirmation to lead the Justice Department. Here's the latest: As incoming White House chief of staff, one of Susie Wiles ’ vexing challenges will be policing the buffet line of powerful interests who want something from Donald Trump. It’s a world she knows well. During Trump’s first presidency, she lobbied for many of them. Trump was first elected on a pledge to “drain the swamp” in Washington. But his transactional approach to the presidency instead ushered in a lobbying boom that showered allies, including Wiles, with lucrative contracts, empowered wealthy business associates and stymied his agenda after his administration was ensnared in a series of influence-peddling scandals. Now, as Trump prepares to return to power , his victory is likely to embolden those who think they can get his ear, raising the prospect that his second administration could face many of the same perils as his first. That will test the ability of Wiles to manage a growing number of high-powered figures — including Trump’s children, his son-in-law Jared Kushner and billionaires like Elon Musk — who will not be dependent on her for access to the president. ▶ Read more about Susie Wiles and her new role Vance accompanied Matt Gaetz in meetings with GOP senators on Wednesday. “I’m extremely grateful for the work Matt put into the nomination process,” the Ohio senator posted on X. “Matt is a patriot, and I look forward to seeing what he does next.” President Joe Biden still believes President-elect Donald Trump is a dangerous figure in U.S. democracy, his top spokesperson said Thursday. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said “his thinking on that has not changed” even as the Biden White House emphasizes its commitment to the “peaceful transfer of power.” Jean-Pierre told reporters there is no double-speak in Biden’s approach. Biden framed Donald Trump as a “fundamental threat” to the nation’s identity as a democracy and its stability as a global superpower when he defeated Trump in 2020. He did it as a candidate for reelection. He did it again when he dropped out and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. But Jean-Pierre said Biden recognizes the legitimacy of Trump’s election to another term, even if it’s not the result he wanted. “The American people spoke,” she said, adding that Biden wants to be an example of how to respect U.S. elections. That was an opaque reference to Trump’s refusal to accept Biden’s victory in 2020 and the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters as Congress met to affirm the results. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says she hasn’t spoken to her designated successor, Karoline Leavitt. Jean-Pierre told reporters gathered Thursday at the White House that she hopes the second Trump administration will be forthright with the public by talking to reporters. Trump’s first White House dramatically curtailed its initial interactions with the White House press corps, and Jean-Pierre said Biden and his staff “worked really hard to bring back the norms” with press briefings and interactions. “We’ve tried to do this in a very respectful way,” she said. Jean-Pierre declined to “speak to what any administration is going to do” in the future, but added that the back-and-forth with the press is part of “what democracy is all about.” In other presidential transition news, Trump is urging federal lawmakers to kill a bill that would protect journalists from having to disclose information about anonymous sources or other records obtained during reporting. The proposal that passed in the U.S. House of Representatives, but is pending in the Senate, also bars the government from requesting data from phone or email providers. The bill includes exceptions such as when there’s a reasonable threat of imminent violence or an act of terrorism. As of now, only some states grant absolute protection from disclosing sources or other records. “Republicans must kill this bill!” Trump posted on Truth Social and shared a video from PBS News Hour interviewing the CEO of the Committee to Protect Journalist, Jodie Ginsburg, talking about the proposal. Last month, The Associated Press, along with more than 100 news outlets and organizations, signed a letter authored by the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press asking senators to support the bill. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre isn’t commenting on Matt Gaetz withdrawing his nomination as president-elect Donald Trump’s attorney general in the new administration. “We really, truly want to respect the transfer of power,” Jean-Pierre said Thursday during a White House press briefing, explaining her steadfast refusal to comment on Trump personnel moves. But Jean-Pierre nonetheless used the matter to take a subtle jab at how Trump, who was twice indicted by the federal government, has reacted to federal law enforcement. “Look, the president has said when it comes to investigation, that department should be independent. there should be no partisanship. There should be no loyalty to one party or the other,” she said. “The loyalty should be to the Constitution, and the loyalty should be to the rule of law.” Trump has insisted that it was Biden and his lieutenants who weaponized the Justice Department by indicting him for his role in trying to overturn Biden’s 2020 election victory and for hoarding national security documents after Trump left the White House in January 2021. That latter case has been thrown out by a Trump-appointed judge. The former case is still pending. Taken together, there are a striking number of incidents in which potential high-ranking government officials in Trump’s second administration face allegations of sexual abuse. Here’s a look at some of the cases: President-elect Donald Trump: He was found liable by a New York City jury for sexual abuse and defamation and eventually ordered to pay the woman, E. Jean Carroll , $83 million in damages. Pete Hegseth, nominee for secretary of defense: A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Hegseth after he took her phone, blocked the door to a California hotel room and refused to let her leave, according to a detailed investigative report made public this week. Hegseth told police the encounter had been consensual and denies wrongdoing. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominee for secretary of health and human services: A woman who babysat for Kennedy and his second wife told Vanity Fair magazine he groped her in the late 1990s, when she was 23. Kennedy did not deny the allegation, telling a podcast: “I had a very, very rambunctious youth.” He texted the woman an apology after the story was published. Linda McMahon, nominee for secretary of education: A lawsuit filed last month alleges McMahon knowingly enabled sexual exploitation of children by a World Wrestling Entertainment employee as early as the 1980s. She denies the allegations. Elon Musk, Trump’s choice to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency: The CEO of Tesla and SpaceX was accused of sexual misconduct by a flight attendant contracted by SpaceX who worked on his private jet in 2016. He denied the claim. ▶ Read more about the allegations of sexual misconduct Among those who were seen as contenders before Gaetz was picked is former acting attorney general Matt Whitaker , who Trump chose earlier this week to serve as U.S. ambassador to NATO. Story continues below video Other names that were floated as potential attorney general nominees include Jeff Jensen, a former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri, and Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey. Trump last week chose Todd Blanche , an attorney who led the legal team that defended the Republican at his hush money criminal trial , to serve as the second-highest ranking Justice Department official. Emil Bove, a former federal prosecutor, was chosen to be the principal associate deputy attorney general. An attorney who represents two women who say they were paid by Gaetz for sex says his clients are “relieved to have this chapter behind them.” “They’re grateful for the opportunity to move forward with their lives,” said Joel Leppard, whose clients testified before the House Ethics Committee. “They’re hoping that this brings final closure for all the parties involved.” Leppard revealed earlier this week details about his clients’ testimony to House Ethics Committee to release its report on the Gaetz investigation. Leppard said his clients were paid a total of $10,000 by the congressman. One of his clients testified that she saw Gaetz having sex with a 17-year-old at a party in 2017, while he was in Congress. Though Gaetz has withdrawn his name from consideration for attorney general, he isn’t Trump’s only appointee in hot water. A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth after he took her phone, blocked the door to a California hotel room and refused to let her leave, according to a detailed investigative report made public late Wednesday. Hegseth, a former Fox News personality and Trump’s nominee to be defense secretary, told police at the time that the encounter had been consensual and denied any wrongdoing, the report said. Earlier today, Hegseth held a round of private meetings alongside incoming Vice President JD Vance in an attempt to shore up support and told reporters afterward: “The matter was fully investigated and I was completely cleared, and that’s where I’m gonna leave it.” ▶ Read more about the allegations against Hegseth In his Nov. 13 resignation letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson, Gaetz said, “I hereby resign, as United States Representatives for Florida’s First Congressional District, effective immediately, and I do not intend to take the oath of office for the same office in the 119th Congress, to pursue the position of Attorney General in the Trump Administration.” He transmitted a similar letter to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as the state began a special election process to fill the vacancy. Attorneys involved in a civil case brought by a Gaetz associate were notified this week that an unauthorized person accessed a file shared between lawyers that included unredacted depositions from a woman who said Gaetz had sex with her when she was 17 and a second woman who says she saw the encounter, according to attorney Joel Leppard. Leppard said that two women he represents told House Ethics Committee investigators that Gaetz paid them for sex on multiple occasions beginning in 2017 when Gaetz was in Congress. The files the person was able to access were part of a defamation case filed by a Gaetz associate against the former representative’s onetime political ally Joel Greenberg , who pleaded guilty in 2021 to sex trafficking of a minor, and admitted that he had paid at least one underage girl to have sex with him and other men. The apparent breach was first reported Tuesday by The New York Times. Gaetz has denied all the allegations. ▶ Read more about the apparent file breach Trump had announced last week that he’d chosen Todd Blanche, an attorney who’s defended him in some of his criminal cases, to serve as deputy attorney general. That’s the second highest ranking position at the Justice Department. A former federal prosecutor, Blanche has been a key figure defended him both in the New York hush money criminal trial that ended in a conviction in May, and the federal cases brought by Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina said Thursday in a post on X that he believes the now-former congressman “will continue to contribute to our nation’s wellbeing for years to come.” Graham, a member of the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee, also said he looks forward to working with Trump “regarding future nominees to get this important job up and running.” The caption of the Instagram photo reads “The end of an era. No one loves America more than this guy.” The Florida representative was once embroiled in a sex trafficking investigation involving underage girls by the Justice Department, the very department President-elect Trump had tapped him to lead. Gaetz has vehemently denied any wrongdoing, and in February 2023 said the investigation ended with no federal charges against him.He was also being investigated by the House Ethics panel, but Republicans declined yesterday to release the committee’s findings over objections from Democrats in a split vote. ▶ Read more about the Justice Department’s investigation into Gaetz He had abruptly resigned from his congressional seat upon being nominated as attorney general amid a long-running House Ethics investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct, which was seen as a way to halt the probe. The House Ethics panel’s Republicans declined this week to release the committee’s findings into Gaetz over objections from Democrats in a split vote. But the committee did agree to finish its work and is scheduled to meet again Dec. 5 to discuss the matter. However, Gaetz did win re-election earlier this month for the new Congress which convenes Jan. 3. But it’s unclear if he would take office. There’s also been plans for a special election in Florida for his seat. “President Trump remains committed to choosing a leader for the Department of Justice who will strongly defend the Constitution and end the weaponization of our justice system,” said Karoline Leavitt, a spokesperson for the Trump-Vance transition team. In a message on his Truth Social network, Trump also said he was looking forward to seeing what Gaetz will do next after withdrawing as his pick. “He was doing very well but, at the same time, did not want to be a distraction for the Administration, for which he has much respect,” Trump posted. “Matt has a wonderful future, and I look forward to watching all of the great things he will do!” Matt Gaetz has just withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following continued scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on the former congressman’s ability to be confirmed as the nation’s chief federal law enforcement officer. The Florida Republican’s announcement came one day after meeting with senators in an effort to win their support for his confirmation to lead the Justice Department. Gaetz’s withdrawal is a blow to Trump’s push to install steadfast loyalists in his incoming administration and the first sign that Trump could face resistance from members of his own party.In today’s Daily Dose of Social Media , we review the most notable activities and Entertainment from ATP and WTA players. Simona Halep surprised by training with Paula Badosa in Dubai, while Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton stole the spotlight at Madison Square the previous night. On the other hand, Venus Williams was honored for her cultural impact at an event in Miami. SimonaHalep joins Paula Badosa in Dubai to prepare for the 2025 season SimonaHalep, former World No. 1, is training with Paula Badosa in Dubai as she aimsto regain consistency and regularity ahead of the upcoming season. After achallenging period in her career, the Romanian appears determined to return tothe level that earned her two Grand Slam titles. Thepre-season block alongside Badosa could be a pivotal step for Halep as sheseeks to rediscover her best form in time for the demanding Australian swing.For her part, the Catalan is more motivated than ever to climb the rankings andhas invited Halep to join her training sessions under the Dubai sun. “Very niceto see these photos from Simona and Paula Badosa after they had practicetogether in Dubai for their preseason training. The 2025 season is not that faraway!,” the Romanian Tennis X account posted, sharing images from Halep’sInstagram story. Very nice to see these photos from Simona and Paula Badosa after they had practice together in Dubai for their preseason training. The 2025 season is not that far away! pic.twitter.com/2A17tHRcwj EmmaNavarro defeats Jessica Pegula at Madison Square Garden The iconicMadison Square Garden hosted an exciting evening of tennis, featuring twoexhibition matches that brought together some of the most notable names on thecircuit. In the women’s showdown, Emma Navarro triumphed over Jessica Pegula ina tightly contested all-American clash, securing victory with scores of 7-6 and7-5. The matchunfolded in a relaxed atmosphere, typical of such events, allowing the playersto showcase their skills while engaging with the New York crowd. The closescoreline reflected the high level of both athletes, with points that keptspectators captivated throughout. A uniqueaspect of the evening was the interaction between Navarro and Pegula, whoshared a light-hearted interview after the first set, highlighting theircamaraderie and sense of humour. For Navarro, this win in such a legendaryvenue serves as a confidence boost as she continues to establish herself on thetour. Meanwhile, Pegula, currently world No. 7, enjoyed the challenge and thedistinctive vibe of the event, which brought fans together to celebratetop-tier tennis in a more casual format. “Craaazygetting to play @thegarden thanks @tennisnightout for having us, loved everysecond,” Pegula shared on social media after the match. Una publicación compartida de emma navarro (@emma_navarro48) Flourishing at Madison Square Garden Emma Navarro takes out fellow American Jess Pegula 7-6, 7-5! #TheGardenCup pic.twitter.com/FG2QuYQVKl CarlosAlcaraz shines at Madison Square Garden CarlosAlcaraz returned to the spotlight in New York, a city etched in his memoryfollowing his US Open victory in 2022. This time, the Spanish sensationshowcased his talent at The Garden Cup , a special exhibition that paidhomage to Madison Square Garden’s storied history with tennis, harking back toits days hosting the Masters Cup, now known as the ATP Finals. Alcarazfaced rising star Ben Shelton in a match that delivered excitement andthrilling moments. After dropping the first set 4-6, the Spaniard reboundedwith a commanding 6-2 performance in the second set and secured the win in asuper tie-break with a 7-4 scoreline. Despite thefriendly nature of the event and its relaxed format, the intensity of play andthe quality of the rallies captivated the crowd. Alcaraz’s ability to adapt andthrill in any setting reaffirmed his status as a fan favourite, while Sheltonimpressed with his energy and potential on one of tennis’s most iconic stages. “Greatnight at Madison Square Garden! It’s been amazing to play here! @tennisnightout Charlotte,” Carlos Alcaraz posted. “Lastnight @thegarden was a movie Thanks to everyone with @tennisnightout thatmade it happen. Hope I’ll be back again ” Dr. Carlos Alcaraz helping Ben Shelton at The Garden Cup Wait for it pic.twitter.com/kqlntpIxZw Worthy of applause. #TheGardenCup | @carlosalcaraz pic.twitter.com/4rcBTBc2dn Great night at Madison Square Garden! It’s been amazing to play here! @tennisnightout Charlotte Getty pic.twitter.com/gvrb1SrELw Una publicación compartida de Ben Shelton (@benshelton) Venus Williams honored by Cultured Magazine Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams was recently honored by Cultured magazine, which included her in its inaugural "Cult 100" list. This recognition celebrates influential individuals whose impact goes beyond their primary discipline. The magazine, known as the "leading voice for inspiration" at the crossroads of art, design, and style, acknowledges Williams not only for her tennis career but also for her significant contributions off the court. Venus Williams has demonstrated remarkable versatility beyond tennis. Recently, she launched her AI-based interior design firm, Palazzo, showcasing her passion for art and technology. Despite the challenges of venturing into a new field, Williams compares her perseverance in business to the resilience she showed in her tennis career, overcoming adversity and maintaining a competitive mindset. "I am so proud of my achievements on the court, but I take even greater pride in what I’ve accomplished beyond it," Williams stated. "Early on in my career, I utilized my platform to make a positive impact, whether through tennis or my design firm, V Starr. I like to think that my decisions to stand up for what’s right—and be an advocate for gender equity and women’s empowerment—has inspired the next generation." Una publicación compartida de Venus Williams (@venuswilliams) Coco Gauff defends Apple Music, calls out haters in playful rant Coco Gauff recently shared her thoughts on the ongoingdebate between Apple Music and Spotify, addressing what she perceives as anunfair bias against Apple Music. In a playful yet passionate statement, shedefended the music streaming service, highlighting its features that sheappreciates, such as top album and genre rankings, spatial audio, and detailedmonthly and yearly replay reports. Gauff expressed frustration with the strongreactions from Spotify users, who seem to take offense at seeing Apple Musicscreenshots. “why iseveryone an apple music hater?? we get to see our top albums, top genres, havespatial audio, andget a monthly replay report on top of the yearly one. I like spotify but thefan base can’t stand to see an apple music screenshot. you would think I killedtheir dog chile" why is everyone an apple music hater?? we get to see our top albums, top genres, have spatial audio, and get a monthly replay report on top of the yearly one. I like spotify but the fan base can’t stand to see an apple music screenshot. you would think I killed their dog chile This article first appeared on TennisUpToDate.com and was syndicated with permission.
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Jake Moody slipped on the opening kickoff. Deebo Samuel Sr. and Eric Saubert slipped while running routes. Brandon Allen slipped three times, resulting in a near fumble, an incompletion and an actual fumble. “Yeah it started snowing, raining, whatever, in the second half a little bit so it just made it a little bit slicker and it kind of killed us on one play where I could have got it to JJ ( Jauan Jennings ),” Allen said. “I started slipping on it and then the fumble. That one is so on top of my mind right now.” Brandon Allen slipped three times Sunday and teammates had trouble keeping their footing as well. It was reminiscent of the recent wet playoff game at Levi’s — the 49ers kept slipping, the Packers seemed OK. pic.twitter.com/HcqFzVMSk2 — Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) November 25, 2024 Astute fans might remember that the San Francisco 49ers had slipping issues the last time the teams played, in the 2023 divisional round of the playoffs at wet Levi’s Stadium. As was the case in January, the 49ers had all sorts of footing issues but the Green Bay Packers had none. “There were definitely issues with the footing,” Kyle Shanahan said Monday. “It happened to our quarterback on a number of plays, but it happened to a bunch of guys throughout the game. Guys were fixing their cleats. Some did it pre-game, some did right after the game (started). But that’s an issue at Lambeau that time of year.” Advertisement The Packers had a 2-to-1 advantage in time of possession at halftime, and finished with an advantage of 36:43 to 23:17. Thanks to two fumbles, an interception and two turnovers on downs, Green Bay’s average starting position was their own 44. The 49ers’ was their own 25. The 49ers played 72 snaps on defense and 49 on offense, their fewest of the season. Here’s how the individual snaps broke down ... Quarterback: Allen 49 Shanahan said Brock Purdy (shoulder) did some light throwing on Monday and emerged from the session feeling good. The plan is to rest him on Tuesday and to see how it feels before Wednesday’s practice. “We didn’t push him that hard,” Shanahan said. “But he did some light throwing, which was a good sign. We’ll rest him tomorrow and see how he feels as the week goes.” Purdy had two MRIs last week — one on Monday and another Thursday after his throwing session that day went poorly. Neither revealed any structural damage. Allen, meanwhile, tried to push the ball down the field more than Purdy had in recent weeks but wasn’t always successful. One throw to Jennings over the middle was behind the receiver. One to Samuel was nearly intercepted by linebacker Quay Walker . Another to Samuel went through Samuel’s hands and was intercepted. Overall, Allen was 2 of 6 with a 53.5 passer rating in the middle of the field between 10 and 20 yards, which in previous years had been the sweet spot for the 49ers’ passing attack. As for the finger injury on Allen’s non-throwing hand, he popped up on the team’s practice participation report on the Thursday before the Nov. 10 game in Tampa. He said that week it was the result of a snap snafu and that he was fine. He was a full participant in practices that week and wasn’t part of the team’s practice participation reports beyond that week. Advertisement “He’s fine,” Shanahan said Sunday when asked about the finger. “He hurt his finger like three weeks ago.” Shanahan said Allen would remain the starter if Purdy can’t play Sunday in Buffalo. GO DEEPER 49ers fall apart in blowout loss to Packers: ‘The worst I’ve been a part of' Running back: Christian McCaffrey 40, Kyle Juszczyk (fullback) 20, Jordan Mason 9, George Kittle 2, Saubert 1 Mason got two snaps — including a team-best 16-yard run — in the third quarter, then got clean-up duty after McCaffrey’s fumble in the fourth quarter. The 49ers’ 44 rushing yards were their fewest since rushing for 39 yards in a Week 9 loss in 2021 to the Arizona Cardinals . Free, daily NFL updates direct to your inbox. document.querySelectorAll(".in-content-module[data-module-id='scoop-city-newsletter'] .in-content-module-img img ").forEach((el) => { el.setAttribute("style", "pointer-events: none;");}) Free, daily NFL updates direct to your inbox. Receiver: Jennings 45, Samuel 33, Ricky Pearsall 33, Ronnie Bell 5, Chris Conley 4 For the second straight week, the 49ers got little production from Samuel and Pearsall despite them combining for 66 snaps. Samuel was targeted four times, catching one pass for 21 yards on a gadget play — a nicely executed flea-flicker screen. Pearsall, meanwhile, was targeted six times in the Week 10 game against Tampa Bay . He had two targets and no catches last week and no targets on Sunday. Tight end: Kittle 39, Saubert 12, Jake Tonges 1, Brayden Willis 1 Kittle’s six catches against the Packers gave him 509 career receptions and moved him past Roger Craig and into third place in franchise catches. The only two ahead of him in that category are a pair of Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receivers, Terrell Owens (592) and Jerry Rice (1,281). Kittle, who missed last week’s game against Seattle , ranks third among tight ends in receiving yards this season (642) behind the Las Vegas Raiders’ Brock Bowers (744) and the Arizona Cardinals’ Trey McBride (685). Kittle’s eight touchdown catches trail only the Cincinnati Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase (12) and the Detroit Lions’ Amon Ra-St. Brown (9). George Kittle ladies and gents. 📺 #SFvsGB on FOX NFL+ // https://t.co/KTh0i4nCVJ pic.twitter.com/YVJGOBSIy9 — San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) November 24, 2024 Offensive line: Jaylon Moore 49, Jake Brendel 49, Dominick Puni 49, Colton McKivitz 49, Aaron Banks 42, Ben Bartch 7 Moore, who was essentially the team’s left tackle in training camp as Trent Williams held out, got Pro Football Focus’ second-highest grade on Sunday behind Kittle. He allowed two pressures and graded well as a blocker, which isn’t supposed to be his strong suit. Advertisement Meanwhile, the 49ers might have to tap into their depth at guard this week. Banks had a concussion and is in the protocol. Puni, meanwhile, suffered a shoulder injury. He was getting an MRI when Shanahan spoke to the media Monday and the results were not available. Finally, the 49ers closed Jon Feliciano ’s practice window. Shanahan said Feliciano’s knee never responded the way the team hoped and he will now be shut down for the season. Feliciano, 32, is scheduled to be a free agent in March. He took to X as Shanahan was speaking Monday. Tried my hardest. Father Time real. Hoping this ain’t the end but if it is, Hell of a ride — Jonathan Feliciano (@MongoFeliciano) November 25, 2024 Others on the active roster who can play guard are Bartch, Spencer Burford and Nick Zakelj . Bartch filled in at left guard Sunday when Banks left the game. He had been inactive in the first 10 games but was in uniform due to Williams’ absence. Defensive line: Maliek Collins 47, Yetur Gross-Matos 46, Sam Okuayinonu 45, Leonard Floyd 44, Evan Anderson 36, Kalia Davis 30, Jordan Elliott 26, Robert Beal Jr. 21 Okuayinonu’s 45 snaps were a career high and it was a mild surprise when he, not Gross-Matos, started opposite Floyd at defensive end. Gross-Matos didn’t enter until the ninth play of the game. Floyd, meanwhile, has finished each of the last four seasons with at least nine sacks. A few weeks ago, it was hard to see him keeping that streak intact. But he had 1 1/2 last week and two more on Sunday and now sits at 6 1/2 with six games to go. It’s also noteworthy that Anderson, the undrafted rookie, out-snapped Davis (and also was tapped over newcomer Khalil Davis , who was inactive). Among defensive linemen, Anderson tied with Floyd and Gross-Matos for a team-high four tackles. Elliott is in the concussion protocol. After going through all of training camp and half the season without a concussion, the 49ers have had four in the last four games: Dee Winters (Week 8), Jacob Cowing (Week 11), Elliott and Banks (Week 12). Advertisement Quarterback pressures: Linebacker: Fred Warner 72, Campbell 67, Winters 22 The 49ers missed 10 tackles in the first quarter and the problems didn’t stop there. Per Pro Football Focus, they finished with 19, the most PFF has ever documented for a 49ers game since it started charting games in 2006. Warner led the way with four missed tackles, the most for any 49er in one game this season. Shanahan said the 49ers came up with a different number for missed tackles — 12 — and defended Warner’s play in recent weeks. “I still think Fred’s the man. I think Fred’s playing at a high level,” he said. “I know he had four missed tackles, which is too much for anyone, way too much for him. So obviously, he can do better in that way. But Fred’s still playing like one of the best linebackers in the league. I know he’s got a real high standard. So when he has something like (Sunday’s performance) it’s gonna stick out.” The 49ers plan to open Dre Greenlaw ’s (Achilles) practice window this week and he’s expected to practice on Wednesday. That will be his first practice since getting ready for the Super Bowl in February at UNLV’s practice fields. Missed tackles: Cornerback: Lenoir 67, Yiadom 59, Green 47, Rock Ya-Sin 19 Opponents have been picking on Green over the past two weeks. He’s allowed completions on 10 of 13 targets for 129 yards and opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 107.5 in those games. Green hurt his neck late Sunday and was replaced by Ya-Sin. Green is considered day to day. Lenoir, meanwhile, banged knees with an opponent during the game. He returned to the contest but, like Puni, was getting an MRI on Monday afternoon. Yiadom, meanwhile, gave up just one completion on three targets, though the outing could have been far worse. Receiver Christian Watson dropped what would have been a 49-yard touchdown at the end of the second quarter. Advertisement Safety: Brown 72, Mustapha 72, George Odum 1 There was one exception to Sunday’s missed-tackle convention: Mustapha. He prominently zipped in from the secondary to stop running back Josh Jacobs in his tracks on one play and finished tied with Yiadom for a team-high nine tackles. Brown? He had been on a four-game streak with no missed tackles but had three against the Packers. He also could not come down with a makable interception in the third quarter. Special teams: Odum 23, Beal 20, Conley 17, Winters 17, Saubert 16, Jalen Graham 16, Willis 15, Yiadom 13, Nick McCloud 10, Mason 10, Tonges 9, Isaac Guerendo 7, Ya-Sin 7, Campbell 6, Gross-Matos 6, Warner 6, Collins 6, Brown 6, Anderson 6, Moody 5, Pat O’Donnell 5, Taybor Pepper 5, Lenoir 5, Pearsall 4, Tashaun Gipson Sr. 4, Samuel 3, Davis 3, Elliott 3, Burford 2, Zakelj 2, Banks 2, McKivitz 2, Moore 2, Puni 2, Green 1 Samuel had an 87-yard kick return to begin the second half that would have continued the momentum the 49ers had built at the end of the first half. However, it was wiped away by a holding call on Saubert that seemed more like a pancake block upon review. Kyle Shanahan said Deebo Samuel’s 87-yard kick return might have changed the momentum of the game if not for a holding call on Eric Saubert (which seemed more like a pancake block). pic.twitter.com/lbpW0EFJUa — Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) November 25, 2024 Guerendo, meanwhile, had his second kickoff fumble of the season in the second quarter. The 49ers didn’t lose this one, but Guerendo was out, and Samuel in, on kick returns from that point forth. (Top photo of Brock Purdy and Brandon Allen: Todd Rosenberg / Getty Images)With more than half of the 16 teams still mathematically alive to make the conference championship game, the Big 12 will command a lot of attention in the final week of the regular season. No. 14 Arizona State and No. 17 Iowa State would play for the Big 12 title and likely College Football Playoff spot on Dec. 7 if they both win Saturday and there's a four-way tie for first place. There are seven other teams that begin this week with hopes, slim in most cases, of getting into the game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Last week it was No. 19 BYU and No. 23 Colorado that had the inside track to the championship game. Arizona State beat the Cougars and Kansas knocked off the Buffaloes, and here we are. "Everybody counted us out, I think, two weeks ago," Iowa State coach Matt Campbell said after his team beat Utah 31-28. "We didn't flinch. We didn't waver. And we just keep fighting." The Cyclones were national darlings the first half of the season as they won seven straight games to match the best start in program history. Back-to-back losses to Texas Tech and Kansas followed. Now they've won two straight heading into "Farmageddon," their rivalry game against Kansas State at home. "Right now they've got the pen and they continue to write the story," Campbell said of his players, "and I hope they will continue to write it the way they've got the ability to write it. Unwavering. Tough, mentally tough, physically tough. This group has stood for it every step of the way." Arizona State has been an even better story than the Cyclones. The Sun Devils have six more wins than they did last season, when they went 3-9. They were picked to finish last in their first year in the Big 12. They'll go for their fifth straight victory when they play at Arizona on Saturday. "These guys came off no momentum and everybody doubting them, and everybody is still doubting them. That's what makes this special," second-year coach Kenny Dillingham said. "Hopefully the expectations become higher. I don't know if there's a way we can exceed expectations more than we're exceeding them right now." Checking in on five of the Top 25: The Ducks were idle Saturday after clinching a spot in the Big Ten championship game with their win at Wisconsin on Nov. 16. Oregon can go 12-0 in the regular season for the first time since 2010 if it beats Washington at home this week. Oregon's only two losses last season came against the Huskies, both decided by three points. The first was a top-10 matchup in the regular season and the second was a top-five matchup in the Pac-12 championship game. The Ducks are 19 1/2-point favorites this time, according to BetMGM Sportsbook. The Buckeyes' showdown with upstart Indiana combined with Michigan's dropoff after winning the national championship have lowered the volume on this week's meeting with the Wolverines at the Horseshoe. If Michigan beats Ohio State a fourth straight time and it keeps the Buckeyes out of the Big Ten championship game and playoff ... well, there'll be lots of noise in Columbus then. The Lone Star Showdown returns to the gridiron for the first time since 2011, when Texas and Texas A&M were in the Big 12. The Longhorns head to No. 20 Texas A&M on a four-game win streak. The Aggies have lost two of three after Saturday's four-overtime loss at Auburn. The winner advances to the Southeastern Conference championship game against Georgia. The Broncos are tied with Notre Dame for the second-longest active win streak, at nine games, and they seem to have adopted a survive-and-advance mantra. They trailed 23-point underdog Wyoming in the fourth quarter before winning 17-13 and clinching a spot in the Mountain West championship game. They won their previous game, 42-21 against San Jose State, but didn't pull away until the fourth quarter. Two weeks ago they beat a three-win Nevada team 28-21. Just when you think Illinois is about to cash in for the season, they do what they did against Rutgers. The Illini were down 31-30 when they lined up for a 58-yard field goal with 14 seconds left. Ethan Moczulski missed. But wait. Rutgers called timeout before the snap, and Bret Bielema thought better of trying another kick and sent his offense back on the field. Luke Altmyer passed to Pat Bryant for the winning 40-yard touchdown. The Illini won't play for the Big Ten title, but they have a chance for nine wins and a nice bowl. Ohio State played in three of the five regular-season top-five matchups and won three of them. The Buckeyes lost to Oregon and beat Penn State and Indiana. ... Kansas' 37-21 win over Colorado made the Jayhawks the first FBS team with a losing record to beat three straight Top 25 opponents. The Jayhawks, who were 2-6 a month ago, will be bowl eligible if they win at Baylor. ... Nebraska ended the longest power conference bowl drought with its 44-25 win over Wisconsin. The Cornhuskers haven't played in a bowl since 2016. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Scorpio – (23rd October to 21st November) Daily Horoscope Prediction says, Keep confidence level growing Keep the love life engaging and consider a romantic dinner. Professionally you will have a busy day. Handle the financial affairs with care. Health is good. Overcome the relationship issues with a positive attitude. At the office, you have a tight schedule that may reflect on your health. Make major investments to have a good return in the future. Health is also positive today. Scorpio Love Horoscope Today Be fair in love today. Minor issues may come up but they won’t be serious. Handle them diligently. If you had a tiff in the previous days, today is good to troubleshoot them. Handle the crisis with care and you’ll see positive results. A weekend at a hill station is a good option to strengthen the bonding and spend time sharing emotions. You may also introduce the lover to the family. Married Scorpios must keep a distance from office romance which otherwise can cause turbulence today. Scorpio Career Horoscope Today Be patient and diplomatic while dealing with managers. Do not lose your temper in team meetings and always be clear in ideas. This will help you put forward the concept. Team managers or team leaders should have alternative plans in case a project goes haywire. Students will clear examinations while entrepreneurs will be successful in gaining new contracts. If you are keen to start a partnership, pick the day as you will see good results sooner. Entrepreneurs handling manufacturing-related businesses will see good results today. Scorpio Money Horoscope Today Some unexpected expenses will come up and you should have enough wealth in the coffers. You can consider investing in land, property, stock, or any other source in the second half of the day. Some Scorpios will resolve financial issues with the siblings today. Businessmen may consider expansion of business to new territories which also means a good inflow of revenue today. Some traders will face tax-related issues today. Scorpio Health Horoscope Today No serious health issues will be there but children may complain about oral health issues. Females should be careful while chopping vegetables and fruits in the kitchen as minor cuts may happen. You should also drink plenty of water and must give up both alcohol and tobacco. Pregnant females should be careful while riding a two-wheeler. Scorpio Sign Attributes Strength Mystic, Practical, Intelligent, Independent, Dedicated, Charming, Sensible Weakness: Suspicious, Complicated, Possessive, Arrogant, Extreme Symbol: Scorpion Element: Water Body Part: Sexual Organs Sign Ruler: Pluto, Mars Lucky Day: Tuesday Lucky Color: Purple, Black Lucky Number: 4 Lucky Stone: Red Coral Scorpio Sign Compatibility Chart Natural affinity: Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn, Pisces Good compatibility: Taurus, Scorpio Fair compatibility: Aries, Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius Less compatibility: Leo, Aquarius By: Dr. J. N. Pandey Vedic Astrology & Vastu Expert Website: www.astrologerjnpandey.com E-mail: djnpandey@gmail.com Phone: 91-9811107060 (WhatsApp Only)Fair Isaac's executive vice president sells $8.1 million in stock
Amazon and Starbucks workers are on strike. Trump might have something to do with it Amazon delivery drivers and Starbucks baristas are on strike in a handful of U.S. cities as they seek to exert pressure on the two major companies to recognize them as unionized employees or to meet demands for an inaugural labor contract. Strikes during busy periods like the holidays can help unions exercise leverage during negotiations or garner support from sympathetic consumers. One expert says he thinks workers at both companies are “desperate” to make progress before President-elect Donald Trump can appoint a Republican majority to the National Labor Relations Board. Workers at Starbucks, Amazon and some other prominent consumer brands are fighting for their first contracts after several locations voted to unionize. Bluesky finds with growth comes growing pains — and bots Bluesky has seen its user base soar since the U.S. presidential election, boosted by people seeking refuge from Elon Musk’s X, or wanting an alternative to Meta’s Threads and its algorithms. The platform grew out of the company then known as Twitter and was eventually intended to replace it. While this is still very much a pie in the sky, Bluesky’s growth trajectory could make it a serious competitor to other social platforms. With growth, though, comes growing pains. It’s not just human users who’ve been flocking to Bluesky but also bots, including those designed to create partisan division or direct users to junk websites. Party City to close its stores as company files for bankruptcy LOS ANGELES (AP) — Party City announced that it's going to “wind down” its retail and wholesale operations as it prepares to shutter nearly 700 stores nationwide. The company said Saturday it has also filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection "to maximize value for the benefit of the company’s stakeholders.” The New Jersey-based retailer said it will keep more than 95% of its 12,000 employees to help with the process of closing down. Customers have flocked to Party City for Halloween costumes, favors for children’s birthday parties and decorations for New Year’s Eve celebrations for nearly 40 years. It has faced growing competition from Walmart and Target and from occasion-based pop-up stores such as Spirit Halloween. A million taxpayers will soon receive up to $1,400 from the IRS. Who are they and why now? Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS in the coming weeks. The money will be directly deposited into eligible people’s bank accounts or sent in the mail by a paper check. Most people shouldn't get their hopes up about receiving the cash. The IRS says it’s distributing about $2.4 billion to taxpayers who failed to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns after missing one of the COVID stimulus payments or receiving less than the full amount. The IRS says most taxpayers eligible for the federal stimulus payments received them. 'Sonic 3' bests 'Mufasa: The Lion King' at the box office NEW YORK (AP) — In the holiday season battle of big-budget family movies, Paramount Pictures’ “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” sped past the Walt Disney Co.’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” to take the top spot at the box office. The results came just ahead of the lucrative Christmas corridor in theaters. According to studio estimates, “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” debuted with $62 million in ticket sales over the weekend. “Mufasa,” however, was humbled in its opening weekend, coming in notably shy of expectations. It returned just $35 million in domestic ticket sales. Farmers are still reeling months after Hurricane Helene ravaged crops across the South LYONS, Ga. (AP) — Farmers in Georgia are still reeling more than two months after Hurricane Helene blew away cotton, destroyed ripened squash and cucumbers and uprooted pecan trees and timber. Agribusinesses in other Southern states saw costly damage as well. The University of Georgia estimates the September storm inflicted $5.5 billion in direct losses and indirect costs in Georgia alone. In rural Toombs County, Chris Hopkins just finished harvesting his ravaged cotton crop and figures he lost half of it, costing him about $430,000. Poultry grower Jeffrey Pridgen in Georgia's Coffee County had four of his 12 chicken houses destroyed and others badly damaged. Farmers say more government disaster assistance is needed. Ex-OpenAI engineer who raised legal concerns about the technology he helped build has died Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI engineer and whistleblower who helped train the artificial intelligence systems behind ChatGPT and later said he believed those practices violated copyright law, has died, according to his parents and San Francisco officials. He was 26. He was well-regarded by colleagues at the San Francisco company, where a co-founder this week called him one of OpenAI’s strongest contributors who was essential to developing some of its products. But he grew disillusioned with the company and told The Associated Press this fall he would “try to testify” in copyright infringement cases against it. Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge shows price pressures eased last month WASHINGTON (AP) — An inflation gauge that is closely watched by the Federal Reserve barely rose last month in a sign that price pressures cooled after two months of sharp gains. Prices rose just 0.1% from October to November. Excluding the volatile food and energy categories, prices also ticked up just 0.1%, after two months of outsize 0.3% gains. The milder inflation figures arrived two days after Federal Reserve officials, led by Chair Jerome Powell, rocked financial markets by revealing that they now expect to cut their key interest rate just two times in 2025, down from four in their previous estimate. Albania to close TikTok for a year blaming it for promoting violence among children TIRANA, Albania (AP) — Albania’s prime minister says the government will shut down video service TikTok for one year, blaming it for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children. Albanian authorities held 1,300 meetings with teachers and parents following the stabbing death of a teenager in mid-November by another teenager following a quarrel that started on TikTok. Prime Minister Edi Rama, speaking at a meeting with teachers and parents, said TikTok “would be fully closed for all. ... There will be no TikTok in the Republic of Albania.” Rama says the ban will begin sometime next year. Albanian children comprise the largest group of TikTok users in the country, according to domestic researchers. Stock market today: Wall Street rises to turn a dismal week into just a bad one NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose to turn what would have been one of the market’s worst weeks of the year into just a pretty bad one. The S&P 500 rallied 1.1% Friday to shave its loss for the week down to 2%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped nearly 500 points, and the Nasdaq composite gained 1%. A report said a measure of inflation the Federal Reserve likes to use was slightly lower last month than expected. It’s an encouraging signal after the Fed shocked markets Wednesday by saying worries about inflation could keep it from cutting interest rates in 2025 as much as earlier thought.
NoneMilestone deal for DAZN's position as the global home of sport. This acquisition establishes DAZN's sports platform in Australia , one of the world's most attractive sports markets. Foxtel Group will leverage DAZN's global reach, industry-leading technology and extensive content portfolio to further enhance the viewing experience for Australian sports fans. LONDON , NEW YORK , and SYDNEY , Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DAZN, a world-leading sports entertainment platform, has today announced an agreement to acquire Foxtel Group ('Foxtel') from its majority shareholder News Corp and minority shareholder Telstra at an enterprise value of US$2.2 billion , subject to regulatory approval. The acquisition establishes DAZN as a leader in sports entertainment in Australia – a highly attractive sports market – while also expanding DAZN's global footprint and enhancing the group's standing as the global home of sport. The addition of Foxtel to DAZN brings the Group's pro-forma revenues towards US$6 billion and provides the additional content, expertise, and expansion opportunities to accelerate DAZN's growth trajectory. Foxtel is one of Australia's leading media companies, with 4.7 million subscribers, who will benefit from DAZN's extensive portfolio of sports content, platform technology, and global reach. From its beginnings as Australia's original pay-TV innovator, Foxtel has evolved to become a digital and streaming leader in sports and entertainment and the proposed transaction positions Foxtel for continued expansion as a digital-first, streaming-focused business. Foxtel will maintain its local character, led by the CEO, Patrick Delany , and his world-class management team. DAZN, a sports streaming platform with a truly global reach, is committed to growing the global audience for domestic Australian sports across the 200 territories in which it is available. Under the terms of the transaction, News Corp and Telstra will become minority shareholders in DAZN, enabling them to retain an interest in Foxtel. Shay Segev , Chief Executive Officer of DAZN, said: "Australians watch more sport than any other country in the world, which makes this deal an incredibly exciting opportunity for DAZN to enter a key market, marking another step in our long-term strategy to become the global home of sport. Foxtel is a successful business that has undergone a remarkable digital transformation in recent years, and we are confident that our global reach and relentless pursuit of innovation will continue to drive the business forward and ensure long-term success. "We are committed to supporting and investing in Foxtel's television and streaming services, across both sports and entertainment, using our world-leading technology to further enhance the viewing experience for customers. We are also committed to using our global reach to export Australia's most popular sports to new markets around the world, and we will continue to promote women's and under-represented sports. "We're looking forward to working closely with Patrick Delany and his team, as well as News Corp and Telstra as shareholders in DAZN, to realise our ambitious vision for the future of sport entertainment." Siobhan McKenna , the Chairman of Foxtel , said the agreement with DAZN was international recognition of the transformation of Foxtel from an incumbent pay TV operator to a sports and entertainment digital and streaming leader. "Over the last seven years the Foxtel team, with the strong support of News, have achieved an extraordinary turnaround in an intensely competitive environment." Foxtel Group CEO, Patrick Delany , said: "Today's announcement is a natural evolution for the Foxtel Group, having reinvented the company over the past five years as Australia's most dynamic technology-led streaming company. "Kayo and Foxtel provide Australian sports fans with access to the best Australian and international sport and shows, including AFL, NRL and Cricket with 4.7 million subscribers. "We are excited by DAZN's commitment to the Australian market. They are experts in the sports media business and can play a significant role in supporting Foxtel as the business grows its streaming capabilities, bringing a bigger and better service to customers across entertainment, news and sport. They are a perfect match for us as we look toward this next era of growth. "We have been grateful for the support of News Corp while we reimagined the future of Foxtel. In 2019, when we merged Foxtel and Fox Sports we had many people questioning our future. "After launching Kayo later in 2019 and BINGE in 2020, today we are the largest Australian-based streamer of sport and entertainment, we have stabilised our Foxtel base and launched Hubbl to help consumers find all the streamed content they love all in one place. This wouldn't have been possible without the support and encouragement of News Corp." NOTES TO EDITORS About DAZN As a world-leading sports entertainment platform, DAZN streams over 90,000 live events annually and is available in more than 200 markets worldwide. DAZN is the home of European football, women's football, boxing and MMA, and the NFL internationally. The platform features the biggest sports and leagues from around the world – Bundesliga, Serie A, LALIGA, Ligue 1, Formula 1, NBA, Moto GP, and many more including the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. DAZN is transforming the way people enjoy sport. With a single, frictionless platform, sports fans can watch, play, buy, and connect. Live and on-demand sports content, anywhere, in any language, on any device – only on DAZN. DAZN partners with leading pay-TV operators, ISPs and Telcos worldwide to maximise sports exposure to a broad audience. Its partners include Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Sky, Movistar, Telenet, Vodafone, and many more. DAZN is a global, privately-owned company, founded in 2016, with more than 3,000 employees. The Group generated $3.2bn in revenue in 2023, having grown its annual revenues by over 50% on average from 2020 to 2023, through diverse revenue streams comprising subscriptions, advertising, sponsorship, and transactional. For more information on DAZN, our products, people, and performance, visit www.dazngroup.com . About Foxtel The Foxtel Group is one of Australia's leading media companies with 4.7 million subscribers. Its businesses include subscription television, streaming, sports production and advertising. The Foxtel Group is owned 65% by News Corp and 35% by Telstra. The Foxtel Group's diversified business includes Fox Sports, Australia's leading sports production company, famous for live sports and shows with the best commentators and personalities. It is also the home of local and global entertainment content and continues to be the partner of choice for the widest range of sports and international content providers based on established, long-term relationships, growing streaming audiences, and position as the largest Australian-based subscription television company.Prominent road in Hayling Island to be closed for much-needed repairs
MMBL-Pathfinder Group has entered into a strategic partnership with HCLTech, a leading global technology company, to introduce innovative IT training programs in Sri Lanka. This collaboration is set to be a game-changer, with the newly established Pathfinder EdTech Institute at its core, aimed at creating a skilled workforce ready for the digital age. With a Mapping the Future of Tech Education this patronship is set to transform IT upskilling in Sri Lanka by delivering world class, Employment focused training programs through the career Shaper platform. and also designed to seamlessly connect academic learning with industry requirements. By incorporating HCLTech’s acclaimed training methods, expertly curated curriculum and state-of-the-art tech tools, this initiative promises to equip individuals with practical, job-ready skills. The official lunch of the Pathfinder EdTech was held on Thursday 19th December at the Taj Samudra. Waruna Sri Dhanapala act. Secretary to the Ministry of Digital Economy was the guest of honour of the event. Srimathi Shivashankar The program will debut with two training centers in Colombo and Jaffna, with plans to expand across the country. The first courses will cover essential topics such as Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, with more subjects to follow. The blended learning approach will combine tech-driven coursework, hands-on projects and internship opportunities, offering participants a comprehensive and immersive educational experience. “Our collaboration with MMBL-Pathfinder Group reinforces HCLTech’s commitment to empowering communities through transformative education. By bringing Career Shaper to Sri Lanka, we aim to nurture a generation of IT professionals ready to lead in the global digital economy,” said Srimathi Shivashankar, CVP and Global Head of EdTech, HCLTech. This initiative aligns with HCLTech’s vision of enabling accessible, high-quality tech education worldwide. Operating in over 59 countries, the company is a global leader in workforce transformation, leveraging emerging technologies to create impactful career pathways. Pathfinder EdTech Institute’s launch underscores Sri Lanka’s potential as a future hub for IT innovation. This partnership is poised to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the country, contributing to its aspirations of becoming a regional leader in digital excellence. “By investing in Sri Lanka’s talent, we are not just advancing education but also creating opportunities for economic growth and innovation,” said Balasundaram, Director/Chief Executive Officer, MMBL- Pathfinder Group of Companies. HCLTech has significantly expanded its presence in Sri Lanka since entering the market in 2020. The company opened its largest facility in 2021 at the Cinnamon Life complex, Colombo, underscoring its commitment to making Sri Lanka a global IT services delivery hub, providing services in digital applications, system integration, product development and infrastructure management.LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Broncos are 0-4 in Las Vegas, but in a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions, Denver has more at stake than trying to end a series skid. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Broncos are 0-4 in Las Vegas, but in a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions, Denver has more at stake than trying to end a series skid. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Broncos are 0-4 in Las Vegas, but in a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions, Denver has more at stake than trying to end a series skid. A victory over the Raiders puts the Broncos that much closer to an unexpected playoff berth, playing with a rookie quarterback and just a year after they went 8-9. The Broncos are 6-5 and coming off a 38-6 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, and would be in the playoff field if the season ended entering Week 12. Not bad for a team given a win total of 5 1/2 games at BetMGM Sportsbook. “Everyone understands the significance of where we are at this point in the season,” Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton said. The situation is quite different for the Raiders. They are 2-8, on a six-game losing streak and decimated by injuries. Las Vegas could enter this game without its top two running backs and a reshuffled line on offense, and defensively, the Raiders could have two linemen, three cornerbacks and a safety out of action. “Just been having some bad breaks, but nobody feels sorry for us,” Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said. “Nobody feels sorry for me. You’ve got to roll out there with 11 players, and that’s what we’re going to do come Sunday.” The Raiders are badly in a need of a franchise quarterback and are in a logjam for the top pick in next year’s NFL draft. Denver showed with this year’s draft how valuable landing such a QB can be to an organization. Bo Nix was selected 12th — one spot ahead of the Raiders — and he is pushing for AP Offensive Rookie of the Year. He was this week’s top AFC player and rookie after completing 28 of 33 passes for 307 yards and four touchdowns in the rout of the Falcons. “I think as we’ve gone on, Coach (Sean Payton) and I have found a good rhythm of what we both like, what we can kind of put out there on the field and what we can execute,” Nix said. “Then the guys have kind of adapted to it, found our roles within the offense and executed at a high level. It’s just all about slowing the game down and processing things in a manner that you can handle.” Nix’s competition? Raiders tight end Brock Bowers also could have a say in who wins the season’s top offensive rookie award. He is second in the NFL with 70 catches and his 706 yards receiving is 10th among all receivers. His numbers from a historical perspective are even more impressive. Bowers, the 13th pick in this year’s draft, is fourth all time among all tight ends in catches through the first 11 weeks and he and Jeremy Shockey in 2002 are the only rookies at that position to have more than one game with at least 10 receptions. “This week’s a brand new week,” Bowers said. “I’ve always got something to prove.” Crowded backfield Payton still isn’t entirely comfortable splitting carries between running backs Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and rookie Audric Estime. Asked how he determines the right balance in his rotation, Payton said, “That’s the $6 million question. It’s difficult. We know kind of what we have with those three players. I think it’s always hard to feed three. “I’m used to — and it’s easy — to feed two. So we kind of do that a little bit. I thought Javonte had some really good runs (last week). Certainly the game ends and we’re like, ‘Gosh, we have to get Jaleel more touches.’ So it’s a tough, but a good problem to have.” Starting mindset With injuries to running backs Alexander Mattison (ankle) and Zamir White (quadriceps), 10-year veteran Ameer Abdullah could get the start for the Raiders this weekend. He has just 17 carries for 82 yards and a touchdown this season and started just one game his previous six seasons. “I see myself as a starter,” Abdullah said. “I think every guy in the room does. I consider myself the best back on this team just like every back does. This is my opportunity to go out there and put my best foot forward.” Certain Surtain Patrick Surtain II had a pair of interceptions, including one he returned for 100 yards and a touchdown, in the team’s first meeting this season and that fueled the Broncos’ 34-18 win in Denver. Both of the passes were intended for Bowers, who caught a 57-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter. Surtain isn’t expecting the Raiders to avoid him Sunday, however. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. “You don’t want to go into a game thinking they’re not gonna throw it your way,” Surtain said, “because it’s the pros at the end of the day, everybody’s ready, everybody’s capable.” ___ AP Pro Football Writer Arnie Stapleton in Englewood, Colorado, contributed to this report. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Advertisement Advertisement
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had a brutally honest admission for what he sees as the biggest reason why his team has underperformed expectations in 2024. Tagovailoa was asked Wednesday if he was surprised by the team’s 5-7 record at this point in the season. The quarterback responded by saying he blamed himself and the concussion he suffered in Week 2 that kept him out for four games at a key point in the campaign. “Very surprised. I don’t think that shows the character of who we are as a team, doesn’t show the work that we’ve put in this offseason together. Nobody else will say it but me: I feel like this has a lot to do with myself putting myself in harm’s way in the second game, going down, basically leaving my guys out to dry,” Tagovailoa said. Tua Tagovailoa was asked how surprised he is by the team's 5-7 record. “Nobody else will say it but me: I feel like this has a lot to do with myself, obviously putting myself in harm’s way in the second game, basically leaving my guys out to dry.” pic.twitter.com/ZsSQdlaBnT — Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 4, 2024 Tagovailoa suffered the concussion in Week 2, when he dove head-first in a bid to gain more yardage and wound up colliding with Buffalo’s Damar Hamlin. The Dolphins lost three of the four games Tagovailoa missed, and he has continued to face questions about whether he needs to play smarter to reduce the risk of more head injuries. The Dolphins have a relatively forgiving schedule down the stretch, so they still have a chance of rallying for a playoff spot. Tagovailoa absolutely has to stay healthy, though, and it sounds like he is aware of that. This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.
The market may be trading at a record high, but the same cannot be said for the ASX 200 stock in this article. Although its shares have risen off their lows for the year, they are still trading materially below both their 52-week and all-time highs. While disappointing for shareholders, one leading broker appears to see this as a buying opportunity for others. Which ASX 200 stock could be undervalued? The stock in question is ( ). It describes itself as an end-to-end global business, focusing on producing premium still and sparkling wines for 70+ markets. Among its portfolio are wine brands such as Penfolds, 19 Crimes, Matua, Daou Vineyards, Lindeman's, Blossom Hill, and Wolf Blass. Goldman Sachs thinks its shares are undervalued at current levels. It highlights that they are trading on lower than average multiples despite the company having a very positive earnings growth outlook. The broker recently said: Our Buy rating on TWE is premised on accelerating double-digit EPS growth in FY24-27e driven by 1) continued global expansion of Penfolds, especially post the removal of China import tariffs on Australian wine; our recent channel checks suggest positive reception to the returning Australian sourced Penfolds and we expect a ~63pct pre-tariff recovery by 2027 And 2) its rank as the #1 luxury wine company in the US (most sales in luxury wine) with the recent acquisitions of Frank Family Vineyards (FFV) and DAOU which have been growth and margin accretive, combined with a stable portfolio of Premium Brands. TWE is trading modestly below the 5-year historical P/E average. Big returns The note reveals that Goldman has a buy rating and $15.20 price target on the ASX 200 stock. Based on its current share price of $11.44, this implies potential upside of almost 33% for investors over the next 12 months. To put that into context, a $5,000 investment in the wine giant's shares would turn into approximately $6,650 if Goldman Sachs is on the money with its recommendation. But the returns won't stop there. This ASX 200 share is one of the more generous growth shares out there on the Australian share market. For example, Goldman Sachs expects the company to reward its shareholders with a partially franked 36 cents per share dividend in FY 2025. This equates to an attractive 3.1% at current prices, which stretches the total potential 12-month return to approximately 36%.
LONDON , NEW YORK , and SYDNEY , Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DAZN , a world-leading sports entertainment platform, has today announced an agreement to acquire Foxtel Group (' Foxtel ') from its majority shareholder News Corp and minority shareholder Telstra at an enterprise value of US$2.2 billion , subject to regulatory approval. The acquisition establishes DAZN as a leader in sports entertainment in Australia – a highly attractive sports market – while also expanding DAZN's global footprint and enhancing the group's standing as the global home of sport. The addition of Foxtel to DAZN brings the Group's pro-forma revenues towards US$6 billion and provides the additional content, expertise, and expansion opportunities to accelerate DAZN's growth trajectory. Foxtel is one of Australia's leading media companies, with 4.7 million subscribers, who will benefit from DAZN's extensive portfolio of sports content, platform technology, and global reach. From its beginnings as Australia's original pay-TV innovator, Foxtel has evolved to become a digital and streaming leader in sports and entertainment and the proposed transaction positions Foxtel for continued expansion as a digital-first, streaming-focused business. Foxtel will maintain its local character, led by the CEO, Patrick Delany , and his world-class management team. DAZN, a sports streaming platform with a truly global reach, is committed to growing the global audience for domestic Australian sports across the 200 territories in which it is available. Under the terms of the transaction, News Corp and Telstra will become minority shareholders in DAZN, enabling them to retain an interest in Foxtel. Shay Segev , Chief Executive Officer of DAZN, said: "Australians watch more sport than any other country in the world, which makes this deal an incredibly exciting opportunity for DAZN to enter a key market, marking another step in our long-term strategy to become the global home of sport. Foxtel is a successful business that has undergone a remarkable digital transformation in recent years, and we are confident that our global reach and relentless pursuit of innovation will continue to drive the business forward and ensure long-term success. "We are committed to supporting and investing in Foxtel's television and streaming services, across both sports and entertainment, using our world-leading technology to further enhance the viewing experience for customers. We are also committed to using our global reach to export Australia's most popular sports to new markets around the world, and we will continue to promote women's and under-represented sports. "We're looking forward to working closely with Patrick Delany and his team, as well as News Corp and Telstra as shareholders in DAZN, to realise our ambitious vision for the future of sport entertainment." Siobhan McKenna , the Chairman of Foxtel , said the agreement with DAZN was international recognition of the transformation of Foxtel from an incumbent pay TV operator to a sports and entertainment digital and streaming leader. "Over the last seven years the Foxtel team, with the strong support of News, have achieved an extraordinary turnaround in an intensely competitive environment." Foxtel Group CEO, Patrick Delany , said: "Today's announcement is a natural evolution for the Foxtel Group, having reinvented the company over the past five years as Australia's most dynamic technology-led streaming company. "Kayo and Foxtel provide Australian sports fans with access to the best Australian and international sport and shows, including AFL, NRL and Cricket with 4.7 million subscribers. "We are excited by DAZN's commitment to the Australian market. They are experts in the sports media business and can play a significant role in supporting Foxtel as the business grows its streaming capabilities, bringing a bigger and better service to customers across entertainment, news and sport. They are a perfect match for us as we look toward this next era of growth. "We have been grateful for the support of News Corp while we reimagined the future of Foxtel. In 2019, when we merged Foxtel and Fox Sports we had many people questioning our future. "After launching Kayo later in 2019 and BINGE in 2020, today we are the largest Australian-based streamer of sport and entertainment, we have stabilised our Foxtel base and launched Hubbl to help consumers find all the streamed content they love all in one place. This wouldn't have been possible without the support and encouragement of News Corp." NOTES TO EDITORS About DAZN As a world-leading sports entertainment platform, DAZN streams over 90,000 live events annually and is available in more than 200 markets worldwide. DAZN is the home of European football, women's football, boxing and MMA, and the NFL internationally. The platform features the biggest sports and leagues from around the world – Bundesliga, Serie A, LALIGA, Ligue 1, Formula 1, NBA, Moto GP, and many more including the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. DAZN is transforming the way people enjoy sport. With a single, frictionless platform, sports fans can watch, play, buy, and connect. Live and on-demand sports content, anywhere, in any language, on any device – only on DAZN. DAZN partners with leading pay-TV operators, ISPs and Telcos worldwide to maximise sports exposure to a broad audience. Its partners include Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Sky, Movistar, Telenet, Vodafone, and many more. DAZN is a global, privately-owned company, founded in 2016, with more than 3,000 employees. The Group generated $3.2bn in revenue in 2023, having grown its annual revenues by over 50% on average from 2020 to 2023, through diverse revenue streams comprising subscriptions, advertising, sponsorship, and transactional. For more information on DAZN, our products, people, and performance, visit www.dazngroup.com . About Foxtel The Foxtel Group is one of Australia's leading media companies with 4.7 million subscribers. Its businesses include subscription television, streaming, sports production and advertising. The Foxtel Group is owned 65% by News Corp and 35% by Telstra. The Foxtel Group's diversified business includes Fox Sports, Australia's leading sports production company, famous for live sports and shows with the best commentators and personalities. It is also the home of local and global entertainment content and continues to be the partner of choice for the widest range of sports and international content providers based on established, long-term relationships, growing streaming audiences, and position as the largest Australian-based subscription television company. View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dazn-advances-global-expansion-with-acquisition-of-foxtel-a-leading-australian-sports-and-entertainment-media-group-302337994.html SOURCE DAZNLAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Tyrese Hunter scored 17 of his 26 points after halftime to lead Memphis to a 99-97 overtime win against two-time defending national champion and second-ranked UConn on Monday in the first round of the Maui Invitational . Hunter shot 7 of 10 from 3-point range for the Tigers (5-0), who were 12 of 22 from beyond at the arc as a team. PJ Haggerty had 22 points and five assists, Colby Rogers had 19 points and Dain Dainja scored 14. Tarris Reed Jr. had 22 points and 11 rebounds off the bench for the Huskies (4-1). Alex Karaban had 19 points and six assists, and Jaylin Stewart scored 16. Memphis led by as many as 13 with about four minutes left in regulation, but UConn chipped away and eventually tied it on Solo Ball’s 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds remaining. Memphis: The Tigers ranked second nationally in field goal percentage going into the game and shot it at a 54.7% clip. UConn: The Huskies saw their string of 17 consecutive wins dating back to February come to an end. The teams were tied at 92 with less than a minute remaining in overtime when UConn coach Dan Hurley was assessed a technical foul for his displeasure with an over-the-back call against Liam McNeeley. PJ Carter hit four straight free throws — two for the tech and the other pair for the personal foul — to give Memphis a 96-92 lead with 40.3 seconds to play. UConn had three players foul out. Memphis attempted 40 free throws and made 29 of them. Memphis will play the winner of Colorado-Michigan State on Tuesday in the second round of the invitational. UConn will play the loser of that game in the consolation bracket. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball .
Lloyd’s Register completes acquisition of Ocean Technologies GroupFormer Florida congressman Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation. The Republican's announcement came one day after meeting with senators in an effort to win their support for his confirmation to lead the Justice Department. Here's the latest: As incoming White House chief of staff, one of Susie Wiles ’ vexing challenges will be policing the buffet line of powerful interests who want something from Donald Trump. It’s a world she knows well. During Trump’s first presidency, she lobbied for many of them. Trump was first elected on a pledge to “drain the swamp” in Washington. But his transactional approach to the presidency instead ushered in a lobbying boom that showered allies, including Wiles, with lucrative contracts, empowered wealthy business associates and stymied his agenda after his administration was ensnared in a series of influence-peddling scandals. Now, as Trump prepares to return to power , his victory is likely to embolden those who think they can get his ear, raising the prospect that his second administration could face many of the same perils as his first. That will test the ability of Wiles to manage a growing number of high-powered figures — including Trump’s children, his son-in-law Jared Kushner and billionaires like Elon Musk — who will not be dependent on her for access to the president. ▶ Read more about Susie Wiles and her new role Vance accompanied Matt Gaetz in meetings with GOP senators on Wednesday. “I’m extremely grateful for the work Matt put into the nomination process,” the Ohio senator posted on X. “Matt is a patriot, and I look forward to seeing what he does next.” President Joe Biden still believes President-elect Donald Trump is a dangerous figure in U.S. democracy, his top spokesperson said Thursday. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said “his thinking on that has not changed” even as the Biden White House emphasizes its commitment to the “peaceful transfer of power.” Jean-Pierre told reporters there is no double-speak in Biden’s approach. Biden framed Donald Trump as a “fundamental threat” to the nation’s identity as a democracy and its stability as a global superpower when he defeated Trump in 2020. He did it as a candidate for reelection. He did it again when he dropped out and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. But Jean-Pierre said Biden recognizes the legitimacy of Trump’s election to another term, even if it’s not the result he wanted. “The American people spoke,” she said, adding that Biden wants to be an example of how to respect U.S. elections. That was an opaque reference to Trump’s refusal to accept Biden’s victory in 2020 and the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters as Congress met to affirm the results. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says she hasn’t spoken to her designated successor, Karoline Leavitt. Jean-Pierre told reporters gathered Thursday at the White House that she hopes the second Trump administration will be forthright with the public by talking to reporters. Trump’s first White House dramatically curtailed its initial interactions with the White House press corps, and Jean-Pierre said Biden and his staff “worked really hard to bring back the norms” with press briefings and interactions. “We’ve tried to do this in a very respectful way,” she said. Jean-Pierre declined to “speak to what any administration is going to do” in the future, but added that the back-and-forth with the press is part of “what democracy is all about.” In other presidential transition news, Trump is urging federal lawmakers to kill a bill that would protect journalists from having to disclose information about anonymous sources or other records obtained during reporting. The proposal that passed in the U.S. House of Representatives, but is pending in the Senate, also bars the government from requesting data from phone or email providers. The bill includes exceptions such as when there’s a reasonable threat of imminent violence or an act of terrorism. As of now, only some states grant absolute protection from disclosing sources or other records. “Republicans must kill this bill!” Trump posted on Truth Social and shared a video from PBS News Hour interviewing the CEO of the Committee to Protect Journalist, Jodie Ginsburg, talking about the proposal. Last month, The Associated Press, along with more than 100 news outlets and organizations, signed a letter authored by the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press asking senators to support the bill. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre isn’t commenting on Matt Gaetz withdrawing his nomination as president-elect Donald Trump’s attorney general in the new administration. “We really, truly want to respect the transfer of power,” Jean-Pierre said Thursday during a White House press briefing, explaining her steadfast refusal to comment on Trump personnel moves. But Jean-Pierre nonetheless used the matter to take a subtle jab at how Trump, who was twice indicted by the federal government, has reacted to federal law enforcement. “Look, the president has said when it comes to investigation, that department should be independent. there should be no partisanship. There should be no loyalty to one party or the other,” she said. “The loyalty should be to the Constitution, and the loyalty should be to the rule of law.” Trump has insisted that it was Biden and his lieutenants who weaponized the Justice Department by indicting him for his role in trying to overturn Biden’s 2020 election victory and for hoarding national security documents after Trump left the White House in January 2021. That latter case has been thrown out by a Trump-appointed judge. The former case is still pending. Taken together, there are a striking number of incidents in which potential high-ranking government officials in Trump’s second administration face allegations of sexual abuse. Here’s a look at some of the cases: President-elect Donald Trump: He was found liable by a New York City jury for sexual abuse and defamation and eventually ordered to pay the woman, E. Jean Carroll , $83 million in damages. Pete Hegseth, nominee for secretary of defense: A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Hegseth after he took her phone, blocked the door to a California hotel room and refused to let her leave, according to a detailed investigative report made public this week. Hegseth told police the encounter had been consensual and denies wrongdoing. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominee for secretary of health and human services: A woman who babysat for Kennedy and his second wife told Vanity Fair magazine he groped her in the late 1990s, when she was 23. Kennedy did not deny the allegation, telling a podcast: “I had a very, very rambunctious youth.” He texted the woman an apology after the story was published. Linda McMahon, nominee for secretary of education: A lawsuit filed last month alleges McMahon knowingly enabled sexual exploitation of children by a World Wrestling Entertainment employee as early as the 1980s. She denies the allegations. Elon Musk, Trump’s choice to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency: The CEO of Tesla and SpaceX was accused of sexual misconduct by a flight attendant contracted by SpaceX who worked on his private jet in 2016. He denied the claim. ▶ Read more about the allegations of sexual misconduct Among those who were seen as contenders before Gaetz was picked is former acting attorney general Matt Whitaker , who Trump chose earlier this week to serve as U.S. ambassador to NATO. Story continues below video Other names that were floated as potential attorney general nominees include Jeff Jensen, a former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri, and Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey. Trump last week chose Todd Blanche , an attorney who led the legal team that defended the Republican at his hush money criminal trial , to serve as the second-highest ranking Justice Department official. Emil Bove, a former federal prosecutor, was chosen to be the principal associate deputy attorney general. An attorney who represents two women who say they were paid by Gaetz for sex says his clients are “relieved to have this chapter behind them.” “They’re grateful for the opportunity to move forward with their lives,” said Joel Leppard, whose clients testified before the House Ethics Committee. “They’re hoping that this brings final closure for all the parties involved.” Leppard revealed earlier this week details about his clients’ testimony to House Ethics Committee to release its report on the Gaetz investigation. Leppard said his clients were paid a total of $10,000 by the congressman. One of his clients testified that she saw Gaetz having sex with a 17-year-old at a party in 2017, while he was in Congress. Though Gaetz has withdrawn his name from consideration for attorney general, he isn’t Trump’s only appointee in hot water. A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth after he took her phone, blocked the door to a California hotel room and refused to let her leave, according to a detailed investigative report made public late Wednesday. Hegseth, a former Fox News personality and Trump’s nominee to be defense secretary, told police at the time that the encounter had been consensual and denied any wrongdoing, the report said. Earlier today, Hegseth held a round of private meetings alongside incoming Vice President JD Vance in an attempt to shore up support and told reporters afterward: “The matter was fully investigated and I was completely cleared, and that’s where I’m gonna leave it.” ▶ Read more about the allegations against Hegseth In his Nov. 13 resignation letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson, Gaetz said, “I hereby resign, as United States Representatives for Florida’s First Congressional District, effective immediately, and I do not intend to take the oath of office for the same office in the 119th Congress, to pursue the position of Attorney General in the Trump Administration.” He transmitted a similar letter to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as the state began a special election process to fill the vacancy. Attorneys involved in a civil case brought by a Gaetz associate were notified this week that an unauthorized person accessed a file shared between lawyers that included unredacted depositions from a woman who said Gaetz had sex with her when she was 17 and a second woman who says she saw the encounter, according to attorney Joel Leppard. Leppard said that two women he represents told House Ethics Committee investigators that Gaetz paid them for sex on multiple occasions beginning in 2017 when Gaetz was in Congress. The files the person was able to access were part of a defamation case filed by a Gaetz associate against the former representative’s onetime political ally Joel Greenberg , who pleaded guilty in 2021 to sex trafficking of a minor, and admitted that he had paid at least one underage girl to have sex with him and other men. The apparent breach was first reported Tuesday by The New York Times. Gaetz has denied all the allegations. ▶ Read more about the apparent file breach Trump had announced last week that he’d chosen Todd Blanche, an attorney who’s defended him in some of his criminal cases, to serve as deputy attorney general. That’s the second highest ranking position at the Justice Department. A former federal prosecutor, Blanche has been a key figure defended him both in the New York hush money criminal trial that ended in a conviction in May, and the federal cases brought by Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina said Thursday in a post on X that he believes the now-former congressman “will continue to contribute to our nation’s wellbeing for years to come.” Graham, a member of the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee, also said he looks forward to working with Trump “regarding future nominees to get this important job up and running.” The caption of the Instagram photo reads “The end of an era. No one loves America more than this guy.” The Florida representative was once embroiled in a sex trafficking investigation involving underage girls by the Justice Department, the very department President-elect Trump had tapped him to lead. Gaetz has vehemently denied any wrongdoing, and in February 2023 said the investigation ended with no federal charges against him.He was also being investigated by the House Ethics panel, but Republicans declined yesterday to release the committee’s findings over objections from Democrats in a split vote. ▶ Read more about the Justice Department’s investigation into Gaetz He had abruptly resigned from his congressional seat upon being nominated as attorney general amid a long-running House Ethics investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct, which was seen as a way to halt the probe. The House Ethics panel’s Republicans declined this week to release the committee’s findings into Gaetz over objections from Democrats in a split vote. But the committee did agree to finish its work and is scheduled to meet again Dec. 5 to discuss the matter. However, Gaetz did win re-election earlier this month for the new Congress which convenes Jan. 3. But it’s unclear if he would take office. There’s also been plans for a special election in Florida for his seat. “President Trump remains committed to choosing a leader for the Department of Justice who will strongly defend the Constitution and end the weaponization of our justice system,” said Karoline Leavitt, a spokesperson for the Trump-Vance transition team. In a message on his Truth Social network, Trump also said he was looking forward to seeing what Gaetz will do next after withdrawing as his pick. “He was doing very well but, at the same time, did not want to be a distraction for the Administration, for which he has much respect,” Trump posted. “Matt has a wonderful future, and I look forward to watching all of the great things he will do!” Matt Gaetz has just withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following continued scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on the former congressman’s ability to be confirmed as the nation’s chief federal law enforcement officer. The Florida Republican’s announcement came one day after meeting with senators in an effort to win their support for his confirmation to lead the Justice Department. Gaetz’s withdrawal is a blow to Trump’s push to install steadfast loyalists in his incoming administration and the first sign that Trump could face resistance from members of his own party.In today’s Daily Dose of Social Media , we review the most notable activities and Entertainment from ATP and WTA players. Simona Halep surprised by training with Paula Badosa in Dubai, while Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton stole the spotlight at Madison Square the previous night. On the other hand, Venus Williams was honored for her cultural impact at an event in Miami. SimonaHalep joins Paula Badosa in Dubai to prepare for the 2025 season SimonaHalep, former World No. 1, is training with Paula Badosa in Dubai as she aimsto regain consistency and regularity ahead of the upcoming season. After achallenging period in her career, the Romanian appears determined to return tothe level that earned her two Grand Slam titles. Thepre-season block alongside Badosa could be a pivotal step for Halep as sheseeks to rediscover her best form in time for the demanding Australian swing.For her part, the Catalan is more motivated than ever to climb the rankings andhas invited Halep to join her training sessions under the Dubai sun. “Very niceto see these photos from Simona and Paula Badosa after they had practicetogether in Dubai for their preseason training. The 2025 season is not that faraway!,” the Romanian Tennis X account posted, sharing images from Halep’sInstagram story. Very nice to see these photos from Simona and Paula Badosa after they had practice together in Dubai for their preseason training. The 2025 season is not that far away! pic.twitter.com/2A17tHRcwj EmmaNavarro defeats Jessica Pegula at Madison Square Garden The iconicMadison Square Garden hosted an exciting evening of tennis, featuring twoexhibition matches that brought together some of the most notable names on thecircuit. In the women’s showdown, Emma Navarro triumphed over Jessica Pegula ina tightly contested all-American clash, securing victory with scores of 7-6 and7-5. The matchunfolded in a relaxed atmosphere, typical of such events, allowing the playersto showcase their skills while engaging with the New York crowd. The closescoreline reflected the high level of both athletes, with points that keptspectators captivated throughout. A uniqueaspect of the evening was the interaction between Navarro and Pegula, whoshared a light-hearted interview after the first set, highlighting theircamaraderie and sense of humour. For Navarro, this win in such a legendaryvenue serves as a confidence boost as she continues to establish herself on thetour. Meanwhile, Pegula, currently world No. 7, enjoyed the challenge and thedistinctive vibe of the event, which brought fans together to celebratetop-tier tennis in a more casual format. “Craaazygetting to play @thegarden thanks @tennisnightout for having us, loved everysecond,” Pegula shared on social media after the match. Una publicación compartida de emma navarro (@emma_navarro48) Flourishing at Madison Square Garden Emma Navarro takes out fellow American Jess Pegula 7-6, 7-5! #TheGardenCup pic.twitter.com/FG2QuYQVKl CarlosAlcaraz shines at Madison Square Garden CarlosAlcaraz returned to the spotlight in New York, a city etched in his memoryfollowing his US Open victory in 2022. This time, the Spanish sensationshowcased his talent at The Garden Cup , a special exhibition that paidhomage to Madison Square Garden’s storied history with tennis, harking back toits days hosting the Masters Cup, now known as the ATP Finals. Alcarazfaced rising star Ben Shelton in a match that delivered excitement andthrilling moments. After dropping the first set 4-6, the Spaniard reboundedwith a commanding 6-2 performance in the second set and secured the win in asuper tie-break with a 7-4 scoreline. Despite thefriendly nature of the event and its relaxed format, the intensity of play andthe quality of the rallies captivated the crowd. Alcaraz’s ability to adapt andthrill in any setting reaffirmed his status as a fan favourite, while Sheltonimpressed with his energy and potential on one of tennis’s most iconic stages. “Greatnight at Madison Square Garden! It’s been amazing to play here! @tennisnightout Charlotte,” Carlos Alcaraz posted. “Lastnight @thegarden was a movie Thanks to everyone with @tennisnightout thatmade it happen. Hope I’ll be back again ” Dr. Carlos Alcaraz helping Ben Shelton at The Garden Cup Wait for it pic.twitter.com/kqlntpIxZw Worthy of applause. #TheGardenCup | @carlosalcaraz pic.twitter.com/4rcBTBc2dn Great night at Madison Square Garden! It’s been amazing to play here! @tennisnightout Charlotte Getty pic.twitter.com/gvrb1SrELw Una publicación compartida de Ben Shelton (@benshelton) Venus Williams honored by Cultured Magazine Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams was recently honored by Cultured magazine, which included her in its inaugural "Cult 100" list. This recognition celebrates influential individuals whose impact goes beyond their primary discipline. The magazine, known as the "leading voice for inspiration" at the crossroads of art, design, and style, acknowledges Williams not only for her tennis career but also for her significant contributions off the court. Venus Williams has demonstrated remarkable versatility beyond tennis. Recently, she launched her AI-based interior design firm, Palazzo, showcasing her passion for art and technology. Despite the challenges of venturing into a new field, Williams compares her perseverance in business to the resilience she showed in her tennis career, overcoming adversity and maintaining a competitive mindset. "I am so proud of my achievements on the court, but I take even greater pride in what I’ve accomplished beyond it," Williams stated. "Early on in my career, I utilized my platform to make a positive impact, whether through tennis or my design firm, V Starr. I like to think that my decisions to stand up for what’s right—and be an advocate for gender equity and women’s empowerment—has inspired the next generation." Una publicación compartida de Venus Williams (@venuswilliams) Coco Gauff defends Apple Music, calls out haters in playful rant Coco Gauff recently shared her thoughts on the ongoingdebate between Apple Music and Spotify, addressing what she perceives as anunfair bias against Apple Music. In a playful yet passionate statement, shedefended the music streaming service, highlighting its features that sheappreciates, such as top album and genre rankings, spatial audio, and detailedmonthly and yearly replay reports. Gauff expressed frustration with the strongreactions from Spotify users, who seem to take offense at seeing Apple Musicscreenshots. “why iseveryone an apple music hater?? we get to see our top albums, top genres, havespatial audio, andget a monthly replay report on top of the yearly one. I like spotify but thefan base can’t stand to see an apple music screenshot. you would think I killedtheir dog chile" why is everyone an apple music hater?? we get to see our top albums, top genres, have spatial audio, and get a monthly replay report on top of the yearly one. I like spotify but the fan base can’t stand to see an apple music screenshot. you would think I killed their dog chile This article first appeared on TennisUpToDate.com and was syndicated with permission.
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