In Omaha, Nebraska, Bennett Lee showcased his defensive prowess with a remarkable play that ultimately propelled Wake Forest towards the College World Series finals. Their victory over LSU with a score of 3-2 secured their dominance in the bracket. Having maintained an undefeated record of 7-0 in the NCAA Tournament, Wake Forest aims to achieve a historic feat as the first No. 1 national seed to win the championship since 1999. The players on the team are basking in the joyous moments, thoroughly enjoying themselves. Closer Camden Minacci expressed their invincibility, stating that it seems nearly impossible for any team…
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In a Thursday night showdown, the Phoenix Mercury clinched their first victory of the WNBA season, defeating the Minnesota Lynx with a final score of 90-81. Diana Taurasi showcased her skills with an impressive performance, contributing 23 points and 10 assists. Brittney Griner was a force on the court as well, adding 19 points, eight rebounds, and three blocks to the team’s success. Phoenix demonstrated their prowess from beyond the arc, sinking a total of 13 three-pointers throughout the game. Their sharp shooting was particularly potent in the first half, where they connected on 11 of 17 attempts, propelling them…
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros are facing the potential absence of their star player, Yordan Alvarez, for a minimum of four weeks due to a strained right oblique. On Wednesday, General Manager Dana Brown confirmed the diagnosis after Alvarez underwent an MRI. “We are confident that he will return within the next four weeks, given the MRI results indicating a strain,” Brown stated. “Fortunately, Alvarez is progressing well and experiencing minimal discomfort. He is not experiencing pain even during activities such as coughing, which is an encouraging sign.” Brown acknowledged that oblique injuries can be challenging to manage. “We…
BEIJING (AP) — Following an unproductive meeting between the top U.S. diplomat and China’s leader, global stock markets mirrored Wall Street’s decline on Monday, as no signs of progress emerged on various conflicts. London and Paris experienced opening losses, while Shanghai, Tokyo, and Hong Kong also retreated. U.S. markets remained closed on Monday due to a holiday, and oil prices saw a decrease. On Friday, Wall Street’s key index, the S&P 500, dropped 0.4% after the Federal Reserve chose to maintain its benchmark lending rate but cautioned that it might be raised in the future if necessary to control inflation.…
MILAN (AP) — Prada’s showroom in Milan is known for its ever-changing architecture, but the Spring-Summer 2024 menswear collection took fluidity to a whole new level. The collection was presented against a backdrop of cascading clear slime, creating a mesmerizing display of fluid architecture. The metallic grate runway was covered in vibrant green foam, symbolizing the collection’s emphasis on fluidity in menswear. Here are some highlights from the third day of Milan Fashion Week, featuring predominantly menswear runway shows for the upcoming spring and summer season: PRADA EMBRACES FLUIDITY Prada delves into the realm of fluidity in menswear by exploring…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Often hailed as the pioneer of Father’s Day, Sonora Smart Dodd laid the foundation for celebrating fathers in 1910 in her hometown of Spokane, Washington. Her initiative birthed the annual tradition of presenting gifts that range from comically flamboyant neckties to heartwarming finger paintings crafted by little hands, brimming with love and capable of eliciting even the most unyielding fathers’ tears. The spark of this tradition ignited within Dodd as she sat in a Spokane church on Mother’s Day in 1909, attentively listening to a sermon that exclusively praised mothers. This one-sided celebration troubled her, prompting…
According to studio estimates on Sunday, “The Flash,” the highly anticipated superhero film from DC and Warner Bros., grossed $55 million in its opening weekend in North American theaters. While this amount is significant by regular standards and represents a notable increase from DC’s previous release, the “Shazam!” sequel, it falls short compared to the staggering debut weekends of many superhero films, where $100 million openings have become commonplace. Additionally, Pixar experienced its weakest three-day opening ever with “Elemental,” which earned only $29.5 million. The weekend proved to be quite competitive at the box office, with multiple films vying for…
Deion Sanders faces the possibility of losing his left foot due to circulation problems that led to the amputation of two toes in 2021. As part of the preparations for his first season as head football coach, Sanders allowed the camera crews from “Thee Pregame Show” to document his meeting with his medical team at the University of Colorado. In an 11-minute segment released on YouTube, Sanders engaged in discussions with his orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Ken Hunt, vascular surgeons Dr. Donald Jacobs and Dr. Max Wohlauer, and athletic trainer Lauren Askevold. They explored the extent of his daily pain and…
In a captivating move, Rachel Maddow, the renowned host of a weekly MSNBC show, has unveiled a remarkable treat for those who relish her occasional historical detours. Together with her long-standing producer, Isaac-Davy Aronson, Maddow premiered the inaugural episode of “Rachel Maddow Presents: Deja News” on Monday, an enlightening six-episode podcast that delves into historical incidents and draws lessons applicable to current events. The maiden installment explores a lesser-known riot that occurred on February 6, 1934, outside the parliamentary building in Paris. Eerily mirroring the events of the Capitol insurrection in Washington on January 6, 2021, the parallels between the…
In a moment of desperation, Vitalii Shpalin finally saw a glimmer of hope. From a distance, he spotted a small rescue boat making its way through the floodwaters that had engulfed his entire neighborhood. The catastrophic dam collapse in Ukraine’s troubled south had left Shpalin and others stranded, but now salvation seemed within reach. With a sense of relief, Shpalin and the others climbed aboard the boat. However, their relief was short-lived as the tranquility was shattered by the sound of gunfire. Bullets whizzed through the air, forcing Shpalin to duck for cover. He could feel the graze of a…