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A Nigerian chess champion plays the royal game for 58 hours — a new global chess record
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Quick Glance: Nigerian Chess Champion Sets New Global Chess Record with 60-Hour Game
- A Nigerian chess champion played chess for 60 hours in New York City's Times Square to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon.
- Onakoya aims to raise $1 million for children's education across Africa through this record attempt.
- Support for Onakoya's attempt came from online and on-site, including Nigerian music star Davido.
- For every hour of gameplay, Onakoya and his opponent had only five minutes of break time, benefiting from support from Nigerians in the U.S., global leaders, celebrities, and hundreds of passersby.
4 Disqualified from Beijing Race After 3 Let Chinese Runner Pass: A strange finish at the Beijing Half Marathon on Sunday led to an investigation and penalties.
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/sports/beijing-half-marathon-runners-disqualified.html
Quick Glance: Scandal at Beijing Half Marathon: 4 Runners Disqualified
- Following an unusual finish at the Beijing Half Marathon, the top finishers were disqualified as three runners from Africa seemingly made way for a Chinese competitor to win.
- The finish line incident caused a commotion, prompting questions about why the three other runners appeared to yield the victory to He.
- Subsequent to the investigation, all four runners were disqualified for the pacemakers deliberately slowing down in the final two kilometers of the race, aiding He's victory.
- Confirmation was provided by the organizers that although Xtep invited Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu as pacemakers, they were mistakenly registered as ordinary competitors.
Proud Boys group leader sentenced to over 5 years in prison for attacking police during Capitol riot
apnews.com/article/scott-miller-proud-boys-sentencing-capitol-riot-212ce817b7c04c6d9ac433e766b7cb9e
Quick Glance: Proud Boys Leader Sentenced to Over 5 Years in Prison for Capitol Riot Assaults
- A far-right extremist group leader received a sentence of over five years for assaulting police during the U.S. Capitol attack.
- Miller's white supremacist ideology influenced his decision to storm the Capitol.
- Judge Tanya Chutkan warned of potential future extremism and sentenced Miller to five years and six months in prison.
- While Miller apologized for his actions, evidence of violent and racist views was found on his devices.
NBA bans Jontay Porter after gambling probe shows he shared information, bet on games
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Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach
- Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.
- The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.
- NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.
- Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.
We Need to Make Cities Less Car-Dependent: Reducing the need for car travel is better for health, the environment and public safety
scientificamerican.com/article/we-need-to-make-cities-less-car-dependent/
Mesut Özil explains his stark transformation into a muscleman: Does Mesut Özil want to go into wrestling like his former teammate Tim Wiese? In an interview ...
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Just the GOAT doing his thing. Ma Long dominates World Number 1, Wang Chuqin with a commanding 4-0 win to book a place in the #ITTFWorldCup Men's final ... Show more #LiftTheCup #Macao2024 #TableTennis #PingPong
LIGHTS OUT! 🚦And it's action time for the NTC riders for the first time this season!!⚡
Who do you think will take the victory?#RoadToMotoGP 🏁
Reports: DFB has European Championship clause: Uli Hoeneß regrets the Nagelsmann decision
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Larry Nance Jr. on the Thunder:
“We got a ton of respect for them, but respectfully I'm betting on the Pels… No Jontay Porter.”
(via @CAlmanza1007 )
Dave Hyde: Long odds? Heat face the longest of all against Celtics: With a strong play-in win against the Chicago Bulls, the Miami Heat's reward without ...
sun-sentinel.com/2024/04/20/dave-hyde-long-odds-heat-face-the-longest-of-all-against-boston/
Homosexuality in professional football: “No club is not affected”: Several professional footballers could confess to their homosexuality later this season ...
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Unstoppable Duplantis breaks pole vault record again in Xiamen Diamond League: Armand Duplantis put down a marker ahead of this year's Paris Olympics as the ...
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West Ham United striker Mohammed Kudus is reportedly being considered as a potential replacement for Liverpool's Mohamed Salah ... Show more #DWAfrica
Chinese Grand Prix 2024: Max Verstappen wins sprint race ahead of Lewis Hamilton: Max Verstappen fights past Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso to win the ...
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Quick Glance: Chinese Grand Prix: Drama for Verstappen's Victory March?
- The Chinese Grand Prix could bring drama to Formula 1, and Red Bull's Max Verstappen isn't a guaranteed winner.
- The track is unknown and coated with thin asphalt, causing uncertain driving conditions.
- McLaren's Lando Norris secured the pole for the sprint race after a rainy qualifying session that challenged drivers.
- Practices revealed unusual names at the top, hinting at an entertaining race ahead.
Adrian Wojnarowski says that the Miami Heat are well-positioned to potentially acquire a star who aligns with Bam Adebayo's age timeline
(h/t @ohnohedidnt24 )
Quick Glance: Bam Adebayo's Journey as Guardian of Heat Culture
- Bam Adebayo has taken on the responsibility to continue the tradition of Miami Heat and is the new keeper of Heat Culture.
- Heat Culture embodies maniacal intensity, unwavering accountability, and relentless toughness that have survived through generations since 1995.
- Adebayo learned from Haslem and Wade, officially taking on the role of Heat captain to carry on the culture and traditions.
- His leadership qualities shine through direct communication, personal bonding with teammates, and taking responsibility in challenging moments.
Joe Alwyn, Matt Healy and Travis Kelce appear to be Taylor Swift’s latest inspirations
cnn.com/2024/04/19/entertainment/joe-alwyn-matt-healy-travis-kelce-taylor-swiftt/
Quick Glance: Taylor Swift's New Album 'The Tortured Poets Department' Needs an Editor: Review
- Taylor Swift's 11th studio album delves into her recent romances over 16 songs and a second LP, but the recurring themes yield diminishing returns.
- Swift's stretch of productivity and commercial success was also emotionally tumultuous, as revealed in her album 'The Tortured Poets Department.'
- The album returns to autobiographical and sometimes spiteful tales of heartbreak, full of detailed, referential lyrics that Swift's fans will delight in decoding.
- The first two songs of the album serve as potent reminders of how viscerally Swift can summon the flushed delirium of a doomed romance, with the title track showcasing a humanizing touch.
Kelly Oubre Jr. takes shot at Madison Square Garden’s celebrity row ahead of Knicks-76ers series
ahnfiredigital.com/nba/philadelphia-76ers/kelly-oubre-jr-takes-shot-at-msgs-celebrity-row-ahead-of-knicks-76ers-series/
Aaron Rodgers Plays Ball With Podcasters and Conspiracy Theorists: The N.F.L. great was supposed to be the Jets’ savior. But since arriving in New York ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/nyregion/aaron-rodgers-jets-podcasts.html
Quick Glance: Aaron Rodgers and the Podcast Conspiracy
- Aaron Rodgers, along with other pro football players, spent a week in Costa Rica in search of transformation.
- During his retreat, news from his home country emerged, including the possibility of running for vice president and conspiracy theories about the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre.
- These unusual events contrast with the image expected of an N.F.L. champion, raising questions about Rodgers' stance and actions.
- Despite his athletic success and prominence in the entertainment industry, Aaron Rodgers' recent activities and statements have put him in the spotlight, challenging his role as a player and personality.
Eintracht Frankfurt: Emotional scene! Suddenly Kevin Trapp | bends over Sports: Eintracht Frankfurt is reminiscent of a club legend. Before the Bundesliga game ...
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A hockey puck was rocketing toward her 4-year-old's face. That's the moment the stranger next to her became her hero. #SPORTSKIND
FC Bayern Munich is left behind: Julian Nagelsmann remains national coach: Julian Nagelsmann was supposed to be Thomas Tuchel's successor at FC Bayern Munich ...
welt.de/sport/fussball/article251105990/FC-Bayern-Muenchen-hat-das-Nachsehen-Julian-Nagelsmann-bleibt-Bundestrainer.html
Quick Glance: Julian Nagelsmann to Remain as Head Coach of National Team until 2026
- Julian Nagelsmann will continue as head coach of the national team beyond the upcoming European Championship.
- He will not return to FC Bayern Munich but will stay with the national team.
- DFB President Neuendorf praises the contract extension as a strong signal and highlights Nagelsmann's outstanding abilities.
- The DFB leadership aims for continuity by extending the contract of National Team Director Rudi Völler as well.
Feller and Venier are Tyrol's athletes of the year | Tyrolean daily newspaper online
tt.com/artikel/30880865/feller-und-venier-sind-tirols-sportler-des-jahres
Parisians struggle to cash in on Olympic Games rentals: A glut of apartments available in the French capital this summer is pushing down prices
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The Big Number: $76,535: A look at why Caitlin Clark, the star women's basketball player, will be paid so little as a player for the Indiana Fever.
nytimes.com/interactive/2024/04/19/business/caitlin-clark-salary.html
Robin Yount will be manager for a day with Lake Country DockHounds: Brewers legend Robin Yount will again play a role in local baseball, serving as manager for a ...
jsonline.com/story/sports/mlb/brewers/2024/04/19/robin-yount-will-be-manager-for-a-day-with-lake-country-dockhounds/73382207007/
Before Eintracht against Augsburg: Goosebumps moment at Hölzenbein commemoration | Sports
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What to know ahead of this year’s London Marathon: More than 50,000 people are expected to finish this weekend’s London Marathon, a record number over the course ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/sport/london-marathon-2024-spt-intl/
LSU's Angel Reese has chosen her new nickname as she joins the Chicago Sky: LSU's Angel Reese has chosen "Chi Barbie" as her new nickname as she joins ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-angel-reese-chooses-her-new-nickname-with-chicago-sky/article_96e3cf4e-74e6-506c-b671-1f1b27c6bb79.html
SC Magdeburg's transfer hammer? Andreas Wolff back in the handball Bundesliga?: That would be a real transfer hammer: According to a media report ...
handball-world.news/artikel/andreas-wolff-zurueck-in-die-bundesliga-das-sagt-der-sc-magdeburg-zum-mega-geruecht-1017165
ATP Munich: Alexander Zverev loses to Cristian Garin: Alexander Zverev failed 4:6 and 4:6 to Cristian Garin in the quarterfinals of the BMW Open 2024 in Munich.
tennisnet.com/news/atp-muenchen-alexander-zverev-cristian-garin
Chicago Bulls miss the NBA playoffs for a 2nd consecutive season after a 112-91 meltdown in Miami
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/19/chicago-bulls-miami-heat-play-in/
Haleigh Bryant, Aleah Finnegan lead LSU to NCAA gymnastics semifinal win with 198.1125 score
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-gymnastics-advances-to-ncaa-final-with-1981125-score/article_145cf7dc-7597-5620-abc7-70b34daa5112.html
Karel Geraerts on Keke Topp's bench spot:
"It's good that he was disappointed that he didn't play from the start. I like that kind of thing ... Show more
Coban Porter, Michael Porter Jr.'s younger brother, has been sentenced to six years in prison for a drunk driving crash that resulted in the death of a woman ... Show more @SteveStaeger
Singapore kayaker Stephenie Chen qualifies for Paris Olympics: Geraldine Lee was the first Singaporean to compete in the sport (K1 500m) in London 2012.
straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-kayaker-stephenie-chen-qualifies-for-paris-olympics
Jason Wilcox: What Manchester United can expect from former Man City academy chief
theathletic.com/5278752/2024/04/02/jason-wilcox-manchester-united/
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Moving scenes in Frankfurt: Eintracht mourns, Eintracht celebrates! | Sports: With great emotions to victory! Eintracht Frankfurt wins 3-1 against Augsburg and ...
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Dad killed by XL Bully had 'worst injuries trauma doctor had ever seen': Jonathan Hogg, 37, was looking after his friend's two dogs, when a male dog called ...
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The Lakers are the favorites to land Trae Young, per @BovadaOfficial Los Angeles Lakers +300
Chicago Bulls +500
Dallas Mavericks +700
San Antonio Spurs +700
Utah Jazz ... Show more
Photos: LSU's Bryant and Finnegan Capture Individual Championships: LSU senior Haleigh Bryant captured the Nation Championship in the all-around and junior Aleah ...
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Why Argentina’s Emi Martinez is so good at saving penalties: One is a master of mind games and the other is cool as can be, but both keepers have been formidable ...
theathletic.com/3990844/2022/12/12/martinez-argentina-world-cup-final/
Quick Glance: Lille Fans Attempt to Confront Martinez
- Aston Villa's Emi Martinez faces backlash from French fans due to his conduct at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- During a match against Villa in France, angry Lille fans tried to attack Emi Martinez, prompting intervention from stewards.
- Despite fan hostility, Martinez saved two penalties, securing a victory for Aston Villa.
- Martinez clarified that his actions were not personal and expressed admiration for France, hoping for a more positive experience in future games.
Arizona Coyotes to relocate to Salt Lake City after being sold to Utah Jazz owner
azcentral.com/story/sports/nhl/coyotes/2024/04/18/utah-jazz-owner-suggests-rumors-of-coyotes-leaving-are-pretty-true/73363270007/
Quick Glance: NHL Confirms Coyotes Sale, Move to Salt Lake City
- The team previously known as the Arizona Coyotes will be relocated to Utah by the NHL to play as a new franchise in the upcoming season, as announced by the league on Thursday.
- Smith Entertainment Group, represented by Ryan and Ashley Smith, acquired the team and its existing hockey assets from Alex Meruelo for $1.2 billion, as reported by sources to ESPN.
- Approval for the sale was granted during a virtual NHL board of governors meeting held on Thursday afternoon.
- The players, draft picks, and the hockey department of the Coyotes will move to Utah to compete for a new, yet-to-be-named franchise.
San Francisco mayor announces the city will receive pandas from China: San Francisco is the latest U.S. city preparing to receive a pair of pandas from China ...
apnews.com/article/china-san-francisco-zoo-pandas-2657e35111579b2a4cba8b5915a71bd1
An FCS ice cream sundae will be available in a Saarbrücken ice cream parlor from Saturday. Where it is available and what it costs.www.saarbruecker-zeitung.de/saarland/saarbruecken/dieses-saarbruecker-eiscafe-laesst-fcs-fanherzen-hoeher-schlagen_aid-110981329
Chinese Half-Marathon Champion Is Disqualified—Along With Runners Who Let Him Win
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LIVE: The Olympic flame arrives at the Acropolis, Greece
The Olympic flame arrives at the Acropolis landmark in Athens, as part of the 11-day Greek torch ... Show more #Reuters #live #news #Greece #Olympics #ParisOlympics #Paris #Acropolis #OlympicGames #Paris2024 #Jeux2024 www.reuters.com/
Utah officially has an NHL team: The NHL announced that Utah will have a team starting in the 2024-25 season.
sltrib.com/sports/2024/04/18/utah-officially-has-an-nhl-team/
Houston Astros top Washington Nationals in Verlander's season debut: Reinstated from the injured list to start Houston’s series opener at Washington ...
houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/astros/article/houston-astros-washington-nationals-recap-19411551.php
Review: ‘Challengers’: Zendaya commands the screen in this inspired and beautifully crafted depiction of the high stakes of tennis matches ...
filmupdates.net/2024/04/19/review-challengers/
Steph Curry on his relationship with Andrew Wiggins:
“It’s like that parent-child relationship. Not to say he is a child but to only ask him to do what he is ... Show more @NBCSWarriors
Sixers fans want to part with Tobias Harris. They may get their wish this summer.
inquirer.com/sixers/sixers-tobias-harris-nba-playoffs-new-york-knicks-20240419.html
A jawbone fossil found by a British father-daughter duo belonged to perhaps the largest-known marine reptile on Earth – dating back to around 202 million years ... Show more www.reuters.com/science/gigantic-marine-reptiles-fossils-found-by-british-girl-father-2024-04-17/
Quick Glance: Huge marine reptile fossils discovered by British girl and father
- A fossil jawbone found by a British girl and her father on a beach in Somerset, England belongs to a gigantic marine reptile from the Triassic Period.
- Researchers estimated that the marine reptile, named Ichthyotitan severnensis, was between 22 and 26 meters long, making it one of the largest known marine reptiles.
- Ichthyotitan was part of a family of giant ichthyosaurs called Shastasauridae and survived until a global mass extinction event about 201 million years ago.
- The discovered bone fragment, the surangular, hints at the size and bite force of the animal, emphasizing the importance of each species in the delicate fabric of life.
Damian Lillard says he’s happy in Milwaukee, but he has some off-court stuff that have been draining for him
“I saw somebody say “Dame’s not happy in ... Show more
Carmelo to LaMelo Ball on who should get the “Melo” nickname:
“You ain’t gotta worry about that name. You got it. I’m supportive of you.”
(via @7PMinBrooklyn )
Europa League: “What the fucking hell is that?”: At the game in London, Bayer Leverkusen fans supported their team by, among other things ...
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the top 10 in Clutch WPA (Win Probability Added)
1. Stephen Curry2. Giannis Antetokounmpo3. DeMar DeRozan
4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander5. Paul George
6 ... Show more
Reed Sheppard will enter the NBA draft. His Kentucky career is over.: Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and does not plan to ...
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287302460.html
All trophies, medals and bonuses will be withdrawn and the athletes reported to the Chinese Athletics Association.
(Link in comments) #china #beijing #beijinghalfmarathon ... Show more #running #sports #hejie #athletics
Warriors’ guard Klay Thompson not yet thinking about next season: Less than 24 hours after the Golden State Warriors’ season ended, Klay Thompson said Wednesday ...
sfchronicle.com/sports/warriors/article/warriors-guard-klay-thompson-not-thinking-next-19408406.php
Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
Why many WNBA players leave the U.S. to supplement their incomes: Caitlin Clark's relatively low salary of $76,535 in her first year in the pros sheds light on ...
nbcnews.com/news/sports/many-wnba-players-leave-us-supplement-incomes-rcna148192
LeBron clowning with Bryce is high comedy 😂
Caitlin Clark's shoe deal with Nike is worth over $20 million, according to @ShamsCharania .
Adidas and Under Armour were among the finalists ... Show more @UpAndAdamsShow
10 Philly schools are getting air conditioning because of Jalen Hurts: $200,000 from the Eagles quarterback pays for portable air-conditioning units at some ...
inquirer.com/education/jalen-hurts-philadelphia-schools-donation-air-conditioning-20240419.html
Kyrie Irving says he misses the days when players tried out for Team USA and competed against each other
“I wish my brothers well ... Show more
He needs one more day on the roster for an MLB pension. Can the Braves help?: 67-year-old Gary Cooper of Savannah spent 42 days on the Atlanta Braves roster in ...
gpb.org/news/2024/04/12/he-needs-one-more-day-on-the-roster-for-mlb-pension-can-the-braves-help
"[I'll be the best player in the NBA in] about two to three years."
- Anthony Edwards(Via @ESPNNBA )
Nickeil Alexander-Walker took the 6th most corner 3s in the NBA and hit 44.5% (!) this year
Gifted defender—corals & keeps excellent ball handlers in ... Show more
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