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MCC chief who dealt with Ashes row to swap cricket for horseracing

France24.com (en) 

Guy Lavender, 57, will switch sports later this year when he takes over at Cheltenham, which stages English horseracing's premier annual jumps meeting. Lavender said his seven years at MCC had been an "immense honour and privilege", adding in a club statement Wednesday: "I am delighted to have been appointed by The Jockey Club to be CEO (chief executive officer) at Cheltenham Racecourse and am very much looking forward to ensuring Cheltenham remains at the pinnacle of jump racing in the years ahead."... Читать дальше...

How Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena achieved zero-waste status

Vox 

A single major sports event can generate up to 40 tons of trash. That’s the weight of two loaded charter buses being added to a landfill — and that waste doesn’t even take into account the energy used to power the stadium, or the gasoline-fueled cars so many fans drove to get there. That’s why […]

Martin Zubimendi will be allowed to leave Real Sociedad if one thing happens – David Ornstein

Empire of The Kop 

Real Sociedad are reportedly ‘aware’ of Liverpool’s interest in Martin Zubimendi. That’s the word coming from the ever-reliable David Ornstein, of The Athletic, on X (formerly Twitter). The reporter goes on to note that the La Liga club don’t wish to part ways with their holding midfielder, though they won’t stand in the Spaniard’s way should […]

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'We can't believe such a thing has happened': Babita Phogat

Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the 50 kg women's wrestling event due to a weight breach has severely impacted India's medal prospects. Scheduled to face Sarah Ann Hildebrandt for gold, Vinesh had an exit that disappointed Indian fans and athletes alike. Olympian Babita Phogat and IOA President PT Usha expressed their shock and disappointment, with Usha noting that the Indian support staff is helping Vinesh manage her weight. Despite this setback, India remains hopeful for more medals, having already secured three bronze in shooting.

The 1993 Mitsubishi Mirage Is Quicker Than The 2024 Mirage

Jalopnik.com 

As the old sayings go, hindsight is 20/20, and you don’t know what you’ve got ‘till it’s gone. In the curious case of the Mitsubishi Mirage, after 30 years of innovation and millions of dollars spent on research and development, the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage is about three seconds slower to 60 mph than the 1993 Mirage.…

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1 dead, 1 seriously injured in Troy crash

News10.com 

The Troy Police Department is on the scene of a single-car crash on Red Rock Road. One person died and another was seriously injured, said police.

N/R: Joint Security Personnel deployed to Mion over murder of two persons in Dagombas, Kokombas clash

Modern Ghana News (Sports) 

A joint security personnel have been deployed to the Mion District of the Northern region over the death of two residents believed to have aided in sparking violence in the area. The death of the two young men follows the exchange of gunshots early yesterday evening between the Konkomba ethnic tribe in Zogbei, a farming community in Mion and some men from the Mion chief palace.

NY man traveling to France arrested at Newark Airport for carrying gun: TSA

Pix11.com 

NEWARK, N.J. (PIX11) – A New York man was on his way to France on Tuesday when he was arrested at Newark International Airport for traveling with a gun, according to officials. The Westchester was caught with a handgun and a magazine loaded with five bullets, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). “When planning [...]

Mailbag: Is Beebe's future at right guard

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

by DallasCowboys.com, Nick Harris & Mickey Spagnola

Since both are young players, what does it mean for Cooper Beebe if Brock Hoffman wins the starting center job? Would Beebe be groomed as Zack Martin's future replacement at right guard? - John Masiado/Hellertown, PA

Nick Harris: After about two and a half weeks at camp, it's a really good time for the Cowboys to see diff

BREAKING NEWS: MCP withdraws appeal, Convention to proceed

Malawi Voice.com 

The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has withdrawn its appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal, paving the way for the party’s convention to proceed as planned, sources close to the party have confirmed. In a dramatic turn of events, Wapona Kita, lawyer for MCP, has announced that his client has instructed him to withdraw the […]

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NASA Optical Navigation Tech Could Streamline Planetary Exploration

Nasa.gov 

In a dim, barren landscape like the surface of the Moon, it can be easy to get lost. With few discernable landmarks to navigate with the naked eye, astronauts and rovers must rely on other means to plot a course. As NASA pursues its Moon to Mars missions, encompassing exploration of the lunar surface and […]

The Blueprint: CeeDee roster move, 3 FAs signed

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

Patrik Walker

OXNARD, Calif. - They're working to bounce back from a dark turn early in training, when the Dallas Cowboys lost one of their potential breakout pass rushers in Sam Williams, and for the entirety of the 2024 season - leaving the team to pivot and find solutions, both on the roster and potentially in free agency by way of two signings, to fill that void and, early on, the new additi

Louisiana's Best Flea Markets

Kpel965.com 

In Louisiana and all over Acadiana, there are some amazing flea markets. Let's take a look at the best from around the State. Continue reading…

Trail Blazers 2024-25 preseason game schedule

InsideHoops.com 

The Portland Trail Blazers will tip-off their four-game 2024-25 preseason schedule with a matchup against the LA Clippers, who will host the Trail Blazers in Seattle, Wash. at Climate Pledge Arena on Friday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. PT. The Clippers matchup marks the second time the teams have faced off in Seattle for a … Continue reading "Trail Blazers 2024-25 preseason game schedule"