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03 Feb

Transfer Deadline Day Sees Major Moves in Premier League

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As the January transfer window closed at 11 pm GMT, several significant moves were finalized. Manchester United's Marcus Rashford joined Aston Villa on loan until the season's end, with Villa retaining an option to purchase. In response, Manchester United is reportedly eyeing Leon Bailey from Aston Villa to fill the void left by Rashford. Additionally, Arsenal received a boost in their pursuit of Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel. Other notable transfers include Evan Ferguson moving to West Ham and Ben Chilwell being loaned to Crystal Palace from Chelsea. This January's transfer spending surpassed last year's, largely due to Manchester City's…

01 Feb

‘Ridge Racer 64’ Joins Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack

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Nintendo has announced the addition of "Ridge Racer 64" to its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack tier. Originally released for the N64 in 2000, the game features 20 tracks and now includes an online multiplayer mode supporting up to four players. Subscribers can access the game by downloading the N64 app via the eShop on their Switch consoles. This addition enhances the service's extensive library of nearly 300 classic games, offering players a blend of nostalgia and modern gaming experiences. The inclusion of "Ridge Racer 64" underscores Nintendo's commitment to expanding its online offerings and providing value to its…

31 Jan

Matondo joins Rangers from Schalke in 2022 for £2.5m

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Rangers winger Rabbi Matondo is reportedly close to departing the club, with German side Hannover 96 emerging as his likely destination. Matondo was spotted at the Courtyard Hotel adjacent to Hannover’s stadium, indicating that discussions are underway. Hannover 96, currently fifth in Germany's second division, is considering both loan and permanent transfer options for the 23-year-old Welsh international. Matondo joined Rangers from Schalke in 2022 for a fee of £2.5 million but has struggled to secure regular playing time, amassing only 27 minutes on the field this season due to injuries and competition for places. With the transfer window closing…

30 Jan

Utah Hockey Club Narrows Down Potential Names After Trademark Setback

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The Utah Hockey Club, which relocated from Phoenix to Utah before the 2024-25 NHL season, has encountered a significant hurdle in its rebranding efforts. Their preferred name, Utah Yetis, was rejected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office due to potential confusion with the Yeti cooler brand. Despite extensive negotiations for a co-existence agreement, the attempts were unsuccessful. The delay in appealing the trademark rejection would impede the timely launch of branded merchandise, leading the club to abandon the Yeti name. Consequently, the organization has narrowed down its name choices to three alternatives: Utah Hockey Club, Utah Mammoth, and Utah…

27 Jan

Scottish player Banks is aiming for a remarkable hat-trick, which has already been achieved

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The World Indoor Bowls Championships 2025 at Potters Resorts is reaching its climax with the open singles final between Robert Paxton and Jason Banks. Scottish player Banks aims to achieve a remarkable hat-trick, having already secured victories in the mixed pairs and open pairs events earlier in the week. Notably, David Gourlay eliminated defending open singles champion Stewart Anderson in the quarter-finals, adding to the tournament's surprises. Additionally, Ian Bond triumphed over Billy Jackson to claim the invitational Masters title. Fans are keenly following the live updates as the championship concludes, celebrating the high level of competition and sportsmanship displayed…

24 Jan

The World Indoor Bowls Championship tournament continues to showcase high-level competition

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The World Indoor Bowls Championships at Potters Resorts is progressing, with defending champion Stewart Anderson competing in the quarterfinals. Anderson, who secured his third open singles title in 2024, faced David Gourlay MBE in Friday morning's quarterfinal match. In the women's singles category, Julie Forrest clinched her third championship title after a keenly contested final against Beth Riva. Despite her loss in the singles final, Riva, alongside Jason Banks, secured victory in the mixed pairs event earlier in the week. The tournament continues to showcase high-level competition, with players demonstrating exceptional skill and sportsmanship. Fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming matches…

23 Jan

Manchester United Implements Cost-Cutting Measures Affecting Club Legends

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Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, has implemented cost-cutting measures including a 27.7% pay cut for club ambassadors, affecting former players like Denis Irwin, Bryan Robson, and Andy Cole. Legends who earn up to £200,000 annually are among those impacted, following a £113 million loss last year. The cost-cutting efforts have already resulted in the elimination of 250 non-playing roles and Sir Alex Ferguson being axed from his £2 million-a-year ambassador role. Ratcliffe's measures include raising ticket prices despite the club's ongoing struggles, with the team currently in the lower half of the Premier League. New boss Ruben Amorim criticized…

20 Jan

A group of monks in Nepal takes up kung fu training for gender equality and women’s empowerment

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The Druk Amitabha nunnery in Nepal reopened to the public after a five-year closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To mark the occasion, a group of nuns performed kung fu demonstrations, including sword techniques, before an enthusiastic audience. These nuns belong to the 1,000-year-old Drukpa lineage, which advocates for gender equality within the traditionally patriarchal Buddhist monastic system. The nunnery, established in 2009, now houses 300 members aged between six and 54, who receive kung fu training to promote gender equality and women's empowerment. Beyond their spiritual pursuits, the nuns engage in relief missions and environmental initiatives across the Himalayas.

08 Oct

Mohun Bagan Super Giant matches are cancelled in Asian Champions League 2

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Mohun Bagan Super Giant will seek legal action to protest its withdrawal from the Asian Champions League Two as soon as it obtains official confirmation from the governing body. Mohun Bagan's Champions League 2 encounter against Iranian first league team Tractor FC was slated for October 2 at Iran's Yadegar-e-Emam Stadium. Tensions between Iran and Israel intensified after Hezbollah chairman Hassan Nasrallah was murdered by Israeli defense forces, prompting Iran to launch missiles at Israel two days before the game. As a result, Mohun Bagan's players wrote to the club and the All India Football Federation, expressing their decision not…

07 Oct

Mayank Yadav come back with a solid T20 performance

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Mayank Yadav made a solid T20 debut on Sunday, as India beat Bangladesh by 7 wickets in Gwalior to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. The Delhi pacer, who returned to action shortly after suffering an injury in the IPL, bowled with blistering pace and provided economical numbers to begin his international career. Yadav equalled Ajit Agarkar's 18-year-old record, becoming only the second Indian bowler to open his T20 career with a maiden over. His raw pace made him a standout bowler in the IPL earlier this year, and he followed the same approach in his debut for…