Sun, January 26, 2025

by: MSN

Gladiators: Belfast gym owner Keeva progresses after rival contestant forced out by injury

Nikki, a wedding celebrant from West Yorkshire in her 40s, faced gym owner Keeva from Belfast during the second episode of series two of the BBC show, which sees amateurs take on

by: MSN

'ICC is an event management company' - Ian Chappell lashes out at world body over granting Test status to incompetent teams for vested interests

Ian Chappell criticized the ICC for granting Test status to unprepared teams like Afghanistan and Ireland. He also called for a two-tier system to improve Test cricket.

by: MSN

Where is Jayden Daniels from? Hometown, high school, and more about his California roots

Everything you need to know about star quarterback Jayden Daniels, from his hometown to his high school and more.

by: MSN

'I worked in factories of nut and bolts...': Virat Kohli's THIS ex-teammate shares his struggle story

The story of Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary shows athletes (at least this one) has it made-out of thin air kinda journey. Even though he played ODIs and T20s for India, was he unable to get regular runs.

by: MSN

Carse extends his excellent winter with a do-it-all performance

Playing his first international in India, he stepped up with both bat and ball to keep England in the contest till the very end

by: MSN

'India's powerful presence a complex issue': ICC called 'event management company' in scathing attack; told to...

Ian Chappell argued in favour of the need for a "two-tier Test system" and the changing dynamics of Test cricket worldwide.

by: MSN

10 Most Overrated Fighters In UFC History

The UFChas produced legends who defined the sport and fighters who, despite the hype, fell short of meeting the expectations. Fighters are often considered overrated in UFC history when exploring their accomplishments,

by: deseret

3 takeaways from BYU's blowout win over Cincinnati

BYU bested Cincinnati's elite defense. Going into the matchup, the Bearcats had held opponents to just a 28% shooting clip from 3-point range as KenPom's No. 9-ranked overall defensive unit in the country.

by: MSN

NFL expected to expand replay assist to include quarterback slides, per report

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Azaad box office collection Day 8: Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgan starrer struggles to cross 7 crore in total collection

Azaad explores themes of freedom, rebellion, and self-discovery. Debutants Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgan deliver promising performances. Ajay Devgn, who makes a special appearance in the film, lent significant support to the project,

by: MSN

Nebraska 4H hosts state competition

Nebraska 4H hosts their annual state indoor archery competition at Fonner Park in Aurora Cooperative Pavilion. Over 230 kids from across the state ages 8 to 18 came to compete.
Sat, January 25, 2025

by: BBC

Australian Open: GB's Patten and partner Heliovaara win men's doubles title

by: Firstpost

Madison Keys denies Aryna Sabalenka an Australian Open 'three-peat' to win maiden Grand Slam

Two-time defending Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shock 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 defeat in the women's singles final against USA's Madison Keys, who won her maiden Grand Slam as a result.

by: Newsday

Madison Chock and Evan Bates match the U.S. record by winning their sixth ice dance national title

Madison Chock and Evan Bates matched the U.S. record by winning their sixth ice dance national title on Saturday.

by: fbcnews

Tournament to help with Deans build-up

Build-up for the renowned Vodafone Deans Trophy competition is currently underway with schools in and around Suva competing in the Junior Club Rugby 10's competition which started today at the Bidesi Grounds in Suva.

by: SunLive

Waih? Beach patrols safety advice

- Treating jellyfish stings: remove the tentacles/stingers with something like tweezers or a credit card. Anything other than your fingers, run under water as hot as you can handle, apply Stingose or similar and take antihistamines and/or paracetamol if required.

by: UPI

Australian Open: American Madison Keys vanquishes Aryna Sabalenka

Madison Keys used wicked wrist work to singe the lines on Rod Laver Arena's cornflower blue court, transforming Aryna Sabalenka into a frantic foe to win Saturday's 2025 Australian Open women's singles final.

by: Forbes

Guitar Center Rises Above A Musical Instruments Retail Market Down 3% In 2024

The rumors of Guitar Center's demise have been "greatly exaggerated," as its 6.6% growth in holiday retail sales attests.

by: sportscasting

Kasey Kahne Joining With 2 Legendary Team Owners For NASCAR Return

Once a NASCAR Cup Series fan-favorite, Kasey Kahne has been completely out of the sport for several years. But come April, all that changes.

by: LancasterOnline

The Great American Outdoor Show is returning to Harrisburg; here's what you need to know [column]

The NRA Great American Outdoor Show is set to open Saturday, Feb. 1, for its run through Feb. 9 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg.

by: Indiatimes

Ravichandran Ashwin advocates for 'pressure parameters' in BCCI selection process

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin supports Ajit Agarkar amidst debates over India's Champions Trophy squad. He acknowledges the challenges fa

by: MSN

Cleveland State's budget cuts leave athletes heartbroken as softball, wrestling, and women's golf teams face elimination

On Friday, during their first meet since the announcement, CSU wrestlers competed with their singlets inside out as a sign of protest against the administration.

by: MSN

6th Meghalaya Games: West Jaintia Hills dominates with record-breaking wins

West Jaintia Hills emerged as the standout district at the 6th Meghalaya Games 2025, dominating various athletic events. Key victories in sprints, relays, and field events marked their triumph.

by: MSN

Amber Glenn edges Alysa Liu to win U.S. figure skating title

Amber Glenn repeated as figure skating champion at nationals, narrowly defeating Alysa Liu by just over a point Friday night.

by: MSN

6th Meghalaya Games: East Khasi Hills dominates swimming competition with 51 medals

East Khasi Hills district excelled in the swimming events at the 6th Meghalaya Games, earning 51 medals. The competition saw participation in various categories over two days, with notable attendance at the medal ceremony.

by: MSN

'Pushpa 2' box office collection Day 51: Allu Arjun starrer sees HUGE drop on 8th Friday as it inches closer to ending its run

The Rule' has completed 50 days since its release, grossing Rs 1,736 crore worldwide and becoming the third highest-grossing Indian film of all time. The Hindi-dubbed version alone earned over Rs 800 crore net.

by: MSN

NFC Team Could Be in Competition with Steelers for Justin Fields

Pro Football Focus recently tabbed the New York Jets as the best landing spot for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields in free agency. Well, the other New York franchise could also be in contention for the former Ohio State Buckeye.

by: MSN

The Bruins are Catching Huskies at Right Time

The UCLA Bruins have found a way to string two straight wins together and could make it three, given the way the Washington Huskies have played as of late.

by: MSN

Livvy Dunne, LSU Gymnastics falter in SEC road shocker to Arkansas

For all the hype before the competition for Livvy Dunne and No. 2 LSU, Friday's loss in the SEC road opener at No. 14 Arkansas came as a big disappointment for the defending national champions. The viral gymnast Dunne came into the competition having an amazing three meets so far on the season,

by: Observer

Spanning the globe: Pine Valley graduate will attempt World Marathon Challenge

Casey Snyder is attempting to become one of only a small group of people in the world to complete a seemingly impossible feat. He will need to travel the world to do it. Snyder, a native of Cherry Creek,

by: MSN

Six local teen athletes chase Olympic dreams in luge competition

Six local luge athletes' Olympic dreams may soon become reality. When you think of central Ohio, you usually don't think of luge. Even when NBC4 sat down and spoke with the Team USA luge local athletes,

by: MSN

Madison County students compete in Rubik's Cube competition

Second through eighth grade gifted students gathered at Madison Crossing Elementary School for "The Twist is On" Speed Cubing Competition.
Fri, January 24, 2025

by: Firstpost

Tata Steel Chess 2025: Gukesh secures hard-fought draw against Abdusattorov; Arjun, Praggnanandhaa also held

D Gukesh played out a draw against Nodirbek Abdusattorov in round six of the 2025 Tata Steel Chess competition in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands on Friday. Faustino Oro defeated Divya Deshmukh in the Challengers section,

by: MassLive

How to watch 'Untucked: RuPaul's Drag Race' season 17 new episode Jan. 24

A new episode of "Untucked: RuPaul's Drag Race" will air on Friday, Jan. 24. The new episode will air at 9:30 p.m. ET on MTV. Those without cable can watch the show for free through Philo, FuboTV or DirecTV Stream each offering a free trial to new users. Sling is another option for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.

by: LancasterOnline

Here's what to know about the L-L League girls wrestling championships, which begin Saturday

The second edition of the Lancaster-Lebanon League girls wrestling championships begins this morning at Manheim Township, marking the start of the 2025 postseason.

by: MSN

Former Dodgers reliever announces retirement

Former big league right-hander Tyler Cyr has informed MLB Trade Rumors that he has decided to retire. "After much reflection, I am officially announcing my retirement from Major League Baseball," Cyr said in his announcement.

by: MSN

LeBron James joins Tom Brady as team owner in glamorous investment

Adding to his investments in Fenway Sports Group and PGA Tour Enterprises, NBA legend LeBron James will join fellow sporting greats including Tom Brady in becoming a team owner

by: MSN

Canadian ski star Kingsbury captures gold at moguls World Cup

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by: Forbes

Doritos Vs. FanDuel: Early Leaders In The REAL Super Bowl Competition

While football fans debate which teams will face off in New Orleans this February, another high-stakes contest is already underway: the battle for Super Bowl ads.

by: MSN

EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal battle Real Madrid for Valencia's Yarek Gasiorowski

Arsenal and Real Madrid are both keeping close tabs on Valencia's highly rated centre-back Yarek Gasiorowski, with the Spain U19 international attracting widespread attention across Europe.

by: MSN

Nikita Krylov vs. Dominick Reyes added to April's UFC 314 lineup

Two of the most violent fighters in the light heavyweight division will clash at UFC 314 when Nikita Krylov meets Dominick Reyes. Krylov (29-9 MMA, 11-7 UFC) and Reyes (14-4 MMA, 8-4 UFC) have agreed to meet on the April 12 card,

by: MSN

Staunton native helps Winthrop win first American Cornhole League National Competition

Staunton native Luke Bryant is helping Winthrop University's cornhole team reach new heights. The Riverheads grad won the doubles championship alongside his playing partner Josh Quinn at the American Cornhole League National Competition.

by: Outlookindia

38th National Games: Men's Kabaddi Teams Unveiled For Showdown In Haridwar

Eight teams will battle it out for national glory at the 38th National Games, including Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Services. Check the rost

by: Raiders

Point of View: A photo essay of the 2024 season | Part III

Director of photography Michael Clemens shares his perspective of the 2024 season as he breaks down five of his favorite photos.

by: MSN

Polar Plunge Returns to Montage Mountain

People will be freezin for a reason this weekend at Montage Mountain Resorts. The Northeast Polar Plunge is in its second year and hundreds of people will jump into this pool. "We have EJ the DJ here tomorrow,

by: MSN

Phil Mickelson: The old model wasn't global, LIV is the first global golf model

LIV Golf has been making interesting moves in recent days, wanting to have the main say on the golf scene. One of the most important figures of the Saudi-backed Tour is Phil Mickelson, a man who has been doing everything for several years to help LIV become stronger.

by: MSN

NFL insider says Steelers may have competition for Russell Wilson after HC hire

As the Pittsburgh Steelers mull over their future plans at the quarterback spot, it appears they may have competition for Russell Wilson after an AFC team hired a new head coach on Friday.

by: MSN

Kid Rock's Rock N Rodeo Showcases World Champion Athletes in $100,000 Competition

With a very different format, unlike anything modern day rodeo fans have ever seen, the Kid Rock's Rockin' Rodeo took over Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas.

How a tiny basketball court in Italy helped mold Kobe Bryant into an NBA legend

Nestled in a peaceful corner of the quaint Italian city of Reggio Emilia sits a tiny playground with basketball hoops glued on opposing walls.

The article from MSN discusses how a small, unconventional basketball court in Italy played a significant role in shaping Kobe Bryant's basketball career. While living in Italy due to his father's professional basketball career, young Kobe would practice on a court that was significantly smaller than regulation size, with a low ceiling and a backboard that was not standard. This unique setting forced Kobe to adapt his game, enhancing his ball-handling skills, shooting accuracy, and creativity on the court. The article highlights how these early experiences contributed to his legendary work ethic, precision, and the development of his famous "Mamba Mentality," which emphasized relentless practice and mental toughness. This tiny court, therefore, was not just a place for play but a crucible where Kobe's NBA greatness was forged.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/other/how-a-tiny-basketball-court-in-italy-helped-mold-kobe-bryant-into-an-nba-legend/ar-AA1xQ6oH