News archive — Page 72
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De la Fuente credits World Cup with Yamal’s growth as player and person
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says the World Cup helped Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal become a better player, team-mate and person. He says Yamal contributed to Spain even when he was not at his peak and rejects criticism of his ego, calling him a diligent team player. -
Bayless says Arch Manning lacks consistency he expects from a Manning
Skip Bayless said he does not trust Arch Manning to play consistently, citing uneven accuracy and sideline body language and saying he lacks the poise he expects from a Manning. The comments came on ESPN’s First Take before Texas’ Saturday game against Tennessee. -
The AI race may be a bigger stock risk for Palantir than its valuation
Palantir’s biggest stock risk may be shifting AI competition, not its valuation of 160 times trailing sales, The Motley Fool argues. AI agents have not yet been shown to displace SaaS services, but rivals could eventually match Palantir’s privacy-focused platform. -
Vinícius’ slow start raises questions at Real Madrid, report says
SPORT reports concern at Real Madrid over Vinícius Júnior’s form: he has scored once in eight matches, while his fitness, technique and partnership with Kylian Mbappé are under scrutiny; his place in the team and contract renewal are questioned. -
Tennessee commission delays Capitol-lot developer vote after 3-3 split
Tennessee’s State Building Commission delayed a vote after a 3-3 split over a faster master-developer search for state-owned lots near Nashville’s Capitol. The proposal would waive legislative disclosure and use a qualifications request instead of a request for proposals. -
Osteoporosis campaigners press ministers for early-diagnosis clinics by 2030
Corinne Turnbull, diagnosed with osteoporosis at 39, is among campaigners going to Labour's Liverpool conference on Saturday to press ministers for promised early-diagnosis clinics. The government said in July it remained committed to a 2030 rollout. -
Doctor invested in Healz AI after it suggested a second opinion for his wife
Atlanta psychiatrist Munjal Shroff says Healz AI encouraged a second opinion at MD Anderson, where his wife was diagnosed with rare T-cell lymphoma after months of unexplained symptoms. He kept using the chatbot through her treatment and later invested in the startup. -
DAZN to stream the Misfits bout between Henry Cejudo and Javon Walton on Sept. 26
Henry Cejudo and Javon Walton’s Misfits Boxing bout streams worldwide on DAZN on Sept. 26, 2026. The main card starts at 6 p.m. ET (3 p.m. PT); the main event is expected around 10 p.m. ET (7 p.m. PT), depending on undercard length, at Miami’s James L. Knight Center. -
Federation reports Mbappé tendon tear; Roma availability remains uncertain
Mbappé came off with a left-knee injury in France’s Nations League match against Turkey. The federation said he has a tendon tear and is out for the rest of the training camp; Zidane said it seemed serious. Further checks will show whether he can play Roma on Oct. 14. -
Motley Fool writer backs Nvidia, Broadcom and Micron on 2027 AI outlook
A Motley Fool writer recommends buying Nvidia, Broadcom and Micron before year-end, arguing the three stocks could benefit from a stronger AI buildout in 2027. The case cites expected growth in AI computing demand and a continuing shortage of memory chips. -
Hornets' Knueppel and Williams will miss preseason games with hamstring injuries
The Charlotte Hornets said Kon Knueppel and Grant Williams suffered hamstring injuries in offseason training and will miss preseason games. Knueppel injured his left hamstring and Williams his right; both will be reevaluated in the regular season's first week. -
Why #MeToo's goals went beyond Harvey Weinstein's prison sentence
A New York court sentenced Harvey Weinstein to 15 years on Sept. 23 for sexually assaulting Miriam Haley. He was already serving a 16-year California sentence for rape. The column argues #MeToo also focused on survivor healing and calls for survivor-centered restorative justice. -
Apple is preparing an iOS 27 fix for Face ID bug on iPhone 18 Pro models
Apple told 9to5Mac an iOS 27 update is in the works to fix a Face ID glitch on iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models. 9to5Mac reports that a failed attempt to unlock a protected app can freeze a phone and trigger a reboot; Apple says the update should arrive early next week. -
Frederik and Mary expected back at Amalienborg after summer stay
King Frederik and Queen Mary are expected to move from Chancellery House at Fredensborg Palace to their winter home at Amalienborg in Copenhagen on 26 September, after a four-month seasonal stay. They are due to remain there until spring. -
Mason Appleton’s preseason play boosts his bid for a Red Wings spot
Red Wings winger Mason Appleton has shown value in preseason, strengthening his case for a roster spot after saying he was unhappy with parts of last season’s second half. Rookie Carter Mazur, seen as a potential replacement, has left observers wanting more. -
Juventus reportedly plan to discuss a new deal with Francisco Conceição later this year
Tuttosport reports Juventus are expected to meet Francisco Conceição’s agent, Jorge Mendes, later this year to open contract talks. The 23-year-old winger is already tied to the club through 2030 and earns just under €4 million net. -
Maggie Baird pairs Climate Week advocacy with a citywide food drive
Maggie Baird led a Climate Week NYC discussion on artists’ climate action, while her nonprofit Support+Feed and Global Citizen organized a citywide drive for nonperishable plant-based food, hoping to feed 1.6 million New Yorkers facing food insecurity. -
Erdogan rejects Israel’s portrayal of Türkiye as a regional threat
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told Newsweek Israel is promoting a “misguided” portrayal of Türkiye as a threat. He said Türkiye has no hostility toward Israelis, called Israel’s actions in Syria unlawful and destabilizing, and urged diplomacy to prevent conflict. -
Caitlin Clark explains her approach to questions beyond basketball
Caitlin Clark said she may prefer to discuss basketball, but sees a responsibility whenever she speaks at a media podium. In an interview with The Athletic, the Indiana Fever guard said she tries to be authentic while sharing parts of her life, passion for the game and feelings. -
Berkshire’s wholly owned operations produced $48 billion in operating earnings
Berkshire Hathaway’s wholly owned businesses generated about $48 billion in operating earnings over the four quarters through June; dividends from its stock holdings were about $5.1 billion before taxes. Manufacturing, service and retailing led at $14.7 billion. -
Ricky Martin and Pedro Sampaio set for Ravens-Cowboys halftime in Brazil
Ricky Martin is set to headline halftime at the Ravens-Cowboys game in Brazil, sharing the stage with Brazilian funk star Pedro Sampaio. The NFL sought a standout act for its second trip to the country, choosing Martin, a leading Latin American star with listeners worldwide. -
Bunching and small-bulb onions suit container gardens
Container gardeners can grow onions in limited space by choosing bunching types, which need 6–8 inches of soil, or compact bulb varieties, best grown in 10–12 inches. Bunching onions can be harvested repeatedly; the article recommends 6–8 hours of daily sun, especially for bulbs. -
Six friends’ 1,000-mile ride in Dick Cashmore’s memory raises over £20,000
Six friends from Bromsgrove cycled 1,000 miles from John O’Groats to Land’s End in 11 days in memory of builder Dick Cashmore, who died in 2020 after a long mental health battle. Their fundraising has topped £20,000 against a £16,000 target. -
Report says Man City guilty on all but one charge, clouding Guardiola's legacy
The Athletic reported that Manchester City had been found guilty on all but one of 115 Premier League charges, but no official verdict has been issued. Pep Guardiola repeatedly defended the club; the report's findings now cast a shadow over his decade at City. -
Microwaving squishy toys can cause burns, CPSC warns; US blocks 355,683 fakes
The CPSC says children and teens should never microwave squishy toys: heated toys can burst and spill sticky filling that keeps transferring heat and can cause severe burns. By September 2026, it had identified 55 counterfeit-toy shipments at U.S. ports and blocked 355,683 units. -
Toddler vocalizations expose limits of AI in animal-communication research
A study found that AI models could not sort pre-verbal toddlers’ vocalizations by meaning or detect rising urgency, despite outperforming a conventional acoustic method. The researchers say animal calls also require understanding context and the receiver’s perception.
