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Basketball player, on an event as last year James closed his scoring record of NBA. Nike hired Dominic Ciambrone for this glorious job instead of hiring the in-house designer, as per a report.

Over the course of an acting career that spanned more than six decades, James Earl Jones’ voice became an indelible piece of his work as a performer

A site in New York state has been chosen to build trains for a new high-speed rail line being constructed between Las Vegas and the Los Angeles area

The impasse between DirecTV and Disney over a new carriage agreement has become more heated as it entered its second week

Bridgerton gears up for its fourth season, fans can expect some visual changes, though the show’s signature charm will remain intact. Showrunner Jess Brownell recently shared insights into the upcoming season, hinting at a shift in the series' aesthetic. While Bridgerton has consistently presented a perpetual springtime ambiance throughout its first three seasons, Season 4 is set to explore a different season—fall, as mentioned in a report by MSN. In a conversation with the Los Angeles Times, Brownell revealed, «We always live in this perpetual spring in Bridgerton, but we're playing around with the idea of fall for the first time.» This marks a departure from the summer-themed visuals that have defined the series so far.

Paris Paralympic Games. As the campaign comes close to an end, here are five takeaways from Paris: ADOPT MORE SPORTS: There were 23 sports disciplines at the Paris Paralympics but the majority of India’s success came in just four — athletics, archery, shooting and badminton. In swimming, for example, there were 140 medals on offer, but India had just one participant. Clearly, there is immense room for improvement. India need to adopt other sports to win many more medals in Los Angeles in 2028. THERE IS A STORY: Paralympics are less about the medals and more about participants. Behind every medal or every athlete is a story. Dharambir Nain and Pranay Soorma won gold and silver respectively in the men’s club throw event. However, the disability quotient with them is so high that it is impossible to predict their performance. “They have no control over their bowel movements. They often pass urine while competing,” said Satyanarayana Shimoga, coach of the track and field contingent. “If they aren’t sitting in the perfect position, they can’t perform.” Unless you know their story, it is impossible to appreciate their success. “Prachi (Yadav) made the finals of her event despite a serious eye infection. We had to dress her eye every six hours. For her to play with the infection shows how resilient she is”, said Dr Ameya Kagali, medical head of the contingent.

NICOLAS BIJAN is a natural-born Yes Man. You want him to custom-upholster your dune buggy? He’ll do it. Dry-clean your pasta-sauce-stained silk jacket? A courier is on the way, sir.

SlateStone Wealth chief market strategist Kenny Polcari reacts to August’s unemployment rate during an appearance on ‘Varney & Co.’

crime comedy series "Only Murders in the Building" has been renewed for a fifth season by American streaming service Hulu, a decision announced just a week after the premiere of its fourth season. Starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, the series continues to captivate audiences with its engaging plot and stellar performances. «Only Murders in the Building» follows the lives of Charles Haden-Savage, Oliver Putnam, and Mabel Mora, three neighbors who reside in a New York City apartment building named the Arconia. Together, they launch a true-crime podcast to investigate and document the murder of a fellow resident. The show's unique blend of humor and mystery has made it a standout success. Season four, which premiered on August 27, shifts the narrative from New York City to Los Angeles. In this season, the trio grapples with the untimely death of Charles' stunt double, Sazz Pataki, played by Jane Lynch. Their investigation into whether Sazz or Charles was the intended victim takes them across the country and provides new twists and turns.

Jalen Ramsey the Miami Dolphins cornerback agreed to a three-year extension for $72.3 million. He missed time in the preseason because of a hamstring injury and is looking to cement his position this season. Let us take a look at the cornerback's career. He was born on October 24, 1994, in Smyrna, Tennessee and is a professional American football cornerback currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Florida State University, where he gained recognition as one of the top defensive players in the nation.

Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom is a 1975 film by Pier Paolo Pasolini. It's one of the most disturbing and difficult viewing experiences in cinema, a long series of degradations visited upon a group of teens by sadistic fascists. It runs just under two hours.

Magic Johnson has bought an ownership stake in the National Women's Soccer League's Washington Spirit

Hollywood might sway American voters. Right before former US President Donald Trump takes on Vice-President Kamala Harris in presidential election, a small indie studio, Briarcliff Entertainment, plans to release "The Apprentice" in theatres for US audiences, as per the Hollywood Reporter. The biopic «The Apprentice», which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May this year, stirred big controversy by depicting Trump as a rapist. The film is based on allegations made by Trump's first wife, Ivana Trump, during their divorce proceedings, which she later retracted. Directed by Iranian-Danish filmmaker Ali Abbasi, «The Apprentice» dramatizes a 1989 incident Ivana described in her divorce deposition. The film is set to be released in US theaters on October 11, as per the Los Angeles Times. The film stars Sebastian Stan as Donald Trump and Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump, with Jeremy Strong playing Trump's lawyer, Roy Cohn. The biopic presents a dark portrayal of Trump, focusing on his early career.

Aadar Jain, cousin of Bollywood stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Ranbir Kapoor, has officially gotten engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Alekha Advani. The engagement took place in a picturesque beach setting, marking a new chapter in the lives of the couple. Aadar, known for his roles in Qaidi Band and Hello Charlie, shared glimpses of his dreamy proposal on social media. Dressed in a crisp white and blue striped shirt paired with white pants, Aadar was seen down on one knee, proposing to Alekha, who looked radiant in a sheer yellow dress. The couple’s love story unfolded against a backdrop of golden lights and a heart made of sand and rose petals. As Aadar slipped the ring onto Alekha’s finger, emotions ran high, with Alekha visibly moved, tears glistening in her eyes. The couple sealed the moment with a passionate kiss, and Aadar captioned the post, «My first crush, my best friend & now, my forever.»

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Strong growth for stocks on Wall Street this year have helped juice gains for savers with retirement accounts

Bee-Nado," following the show's tradition of disaster-driven story arcs.

The Anaheim Ducks are the latest NHL team to move their local game broadcasts from a regional sports network to a combination of direct to consumer streaming and local broadcasts

The estate of Michael Crichton is suing Warner Bros

Nvidia has led the artificial intelligence boom to become one of the stock market’s biggest companies, as tech giants continue to spend heavily on the company’s chips and data centers needed to train and operate their AI systems

Two leading investment advisory firms are joining forces in a strategic deal to create a new powerhouse firm that caters to some of the most affluent individuals and families in the country.