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Jim Brown, NFL star turned actor and action hero, died at 87

Jim Brown, the legendary Cleveland Browns fullback who also became known beyond his NFL stardom as a Hollywood action hero and civil rights advocate, died Thursday at his home in Los Angeles. He was 87. His wife, Monique Brown, said Friday in a statement posted to Instagram, “To the world, he was an activist, actor, and football star. To our family, he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Our hearts are broken .” Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in pro football history, Brown was chosen as the NFL’s Most Valuable Player three times and led the…Continue Reading

Brittney Griner backs transgender participation in sports: ‘A crime’ to ‘separate someone for any reason’

Brittney Griner spoke to the media on Thursday ahead of the 2023 WNBA season and immediately weighed in on the major political debate in the country. Griner, who recently returned to the United States after nearly 10 months in captivity in Russia, was asked about legislation aimed at preventing transgender participation in sports. Brittney Griner, #42 of the Phoenix Mercury, poses for a portrait on January 13, 2022, at the Mercury practice facility in Phoenix, Arizona. (Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) “That ranks high on the list of things I’ll be fighting for and speaking up against,” Griner said when…Continue Reading

22-year average time to fix bridges in Scotland

New analysis has revealed that it takes on average 22 years to fix a bridge in Scotland, with many crumbling in the Highlands. Major upgrades are needed for 35 vital crossings (“substandard bridges”), however, research has shown that some communities are waiting years – sometimes decades – for crucial changes to be made. The report reveals that Argyll and Bute Council noticed the Connel Bridge that crosses from Loch Etive to Connel near Oban required work in 2016, however, it will not be signed off until 2024. The Connell Bridge is located near Oban. Image: Kevin McGlynn. One of the…Continue Reading

Lethbridge Pronghorns rugby leader Wright wrapping U Sports career at nationals – Lethbridge

Descrease article font size Increase article font size A mainstay at the University of Lethbridge Pronghorns rugby for half a decade, Genna Wright’s time with ‘Horns is coming to an end on the national stage. The Tabers, Alta. product’s last U Sports action will be at the Canadian University 7s National Championship before she graduates this spring. “I’m very proud to be a Pronghorn and I’ve had a good five years,” Wright said. Read more: Pronghorns track and field athlete eyeing U Sports record One of the most experienced athletes on a young team, assistant coach Neil Langevin believes simply…Continue Reading

Capercaillie on the verge of extinction again warns Sir David Attenborough

The capercaillie could become extinct in Scotland once again, warns Sir David Attenborough during an episode of BBC One’s Wild Isles. The episode on March 19 focused on the woodlands of the UK, with filmmakers capturing footage of this elusive icon of the Highlands. Camera operators spent two years at a secret location in the pine forests near Aviemore to capture footage of a lek, a meeting of male capercaillies who fight for female attention. One alpha male displays himself in front of nine females while other males look on, however, one decides it’s worth a challenge. A fight soon…Continue Reading

Pangkalpinang is said to be suitable to host sports tourism basketball

Pangkalpinang (ANTARA) – Central Secretary General of the Indonesian Basketball Association (Perbasi) Nirmala Dewi said that Pangkalpinang City, Bangka Belitung Islands Province, was suitable to host basketball sport tourism at both national and international levels. “The Pangkalpinang Mayor’s enthusiasm is extraordinary for advancing basketball and we certainly want this Country of Thousands of Smiles to be able to host national and international basketball events,” said Nirmala Dewi in Pangkalpinang, Saturday. He said the U15 Basketball National Championship which will be held in Pangkalpinang City, Sunday (8/1) is thanks to the full support of the Mayor of Pangkalpinang Maulan Aklil, as…Continue Reading

Kylian Mbappe: Paris Saint-Germain grant forward permission to speak to Al Hilal after world-record bid | Transfer Center News

Paris Saint-Germain have granted permission for Kylian Mbappe to speak to Al Hilal after the Saudi club’s world-record £259m bid. The French champions have put Mbappe up for sale and left him out of their squad for the pre-season tour of Japan and South Korea, having made it clear they only want to include players who are committed to the club. Al Hilal’s record-breaking offer is not the only one PSG has received. They have been approached with a mix of offers for Mbappe, including cash plus players, but Al Hilal has shown their intention by tabling the world-record bid.…Continue Reading

Sky Sports reporter reveals exciting Arsenal transfer news as next target revealed

A Sky Sports reporter revealed exciting news regarding who Arsenal are targeting in the remainder of the transfer window. The Gunners have already had a busy summer, having recruited Kai Havertz for £65million from Chelsea, signed Jurrien Timber in a deal that could rise to £38.5million, and purchased Declan Rice for a club-record £105million. Indeed, the latter transfer is just shy of the British record, with Chelsea having paid Benfica £106.8million for midfielder Enzo Fernandez in January. Despite having spent more than £200million so far this window, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta claimed the club could still do more business. Arsenal…Continue Reading