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Angel Reese sat courtside at an Orlando Magic-Toronto Raptors game with her brother, Julian Reese, and their gameday looks have sent the internet into a frenzy. After snaps of the two pro basketball players dressed to impress were reshared on social media, fans of Angel and Julian have had nothing but praise.Angel Reese recently wrapped up 2025 on a high note, becoming the highest-paid Black woman in professional basketball after launching her new partnership with Victoria’s Secret, releasing her signature sneaker, the “Angel Reese 1,” and partnering with Reese’s to release a line of Angel-inspired merch and cereal boxes.Article continues…

Famed for his unique but all-action style, Roy Jones Jr is a fighter that is idolised by many and often thrust into discussions as one of the greatest pound-for-pound boxers in recent history. However, Jones believes that there is one current boxer whose talent is being overlooked by the fans.The retirement of Terence Crawford has opened the door for American boxers to become the face of the sport and there are few better poised to capitalise than Vergil Ortiz Jr and Jaron Ennis, who continue to be linked to a super-welterweight showdown.At present, neither man holds a title but still…

Note: Map shows the area with a shake intensity of 4 or greater, which U.S.G.S. defines as “light,” though the earthquake may be felt outside the areas shown.  All times on the map are Central time. The New York Times A strong, 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck in Mexico on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey.The temblor happened at 7:58 a.m. Central time about 2 miles northwest of Rancho Viejo, Mexico, data from the agency shows.As seismologists review available data, they may revise the earthquake’s reported magnitude. Additional information collected about the earthquake may also prompt U.S.G.S. scientists to update…

Respondents to an annual Michigan college survey of overused and misused words and phrases say ” 6-7 ” is “cooked” and should come to a massive full-stop heading into the new year. Those are among the top 10 words on the 50th annual “Banished Words List,” released Thursday by Lake Superior State University. The tongue-in-cheek roundup of overused slang started in 1976 as a New Year’s Eve party idea, and is affectionately called the list of “Queen’s English for Mis-use, Over-use and General Uselessness.” Around 1,400 submissions came from all 50 states and a number of countries outside the U.S., including Uzbekistan,…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! If your activewear drawer is overdue for an upgrade, Alo Yoga’s under-the-radar sale just became your sign from the athleisure gods. We’re talking buttery-soft leggings, sleek sports bras and off-duty layers that make every errand feel like an ‘I-just-left-Pilates’ moment — all up to 40% off. No need to wait for a holiday markdown because these discounts are live now. Truthfully, Alo rarely marks pieces down this much (especially their cult-favorite Airlift and Alosoft fabrics), so we wouldn’t delay. With…

Where Do Things Stand with Alex Tuch and Artemi Panarin? Dave Pagnotta of The Fourth Period joined Sirius XM NHL Network on Tuesday with Steve Kouleas and Andrew Raycroft. There, he was asked about the situations with Alex Tuch in Buffalo and Artemi Panarin in New York with the Rangers. NHLRumors.com Transcriptions Steve Kouleas: “Does the Sabres run affect from what you feel or know, anything with Alex Tuch and the Rangers are already at 41 games and on pace for well less than 90 points, which means the (Artemi) Panarin watch will continue two sexy topics moving forward?” NHL…

Jemma CrewandGabriela PomeroyVideo shows fire spreading across Swiss bar ceilingAround 40 people have died after a fire ripped through a bar in a ski resort in southern Switzerland, police have said. A further 115 people are injured, many of them “severely”.The fire broke out at around 01:30 (00:30 GMT) during new year celebrations in a bar called Le Constellation in Crans-Montana.Officials investigating the incident have not confirmed any cause, but categorically ruled out an attack.People from multiple countries have been affected. Regional police commander Frédéric Gisler has said the priority in the coming days is to identify those who have…

Music Business Worldwide presents the final four rising stars from Vevo’s DSCVR Artists To Watch 2026, starting with…LaBlackieChiara Bonarrigo, Senior Manager, EU Label Relations: “Blending urban genres such as drill, trap, dancehall, and American rap, LaBlackie is literally bursting onto the Spanish urban scene.“Her attitude and stage presence are outstanding, and she’s a powerful advocate for female rap. Already part of our Vevo Newcomers campaign, I’m thrilled to keep supporting LaBlackie on her path toward a breakthrough!” LaBlackie: “The experience on set was incredible! I never thought I’d travel so far for work. I hope it helps me reach a wider…

Vanessa Bryant is reacting to Taylor Swift subtly supporting Kobe Bryant and her family in her End of an Era docuseries. “What a gift,” Vanessa, 43, wrote via her Instagram Stories on Tuesday, December 30, sharing a screenshot from End of an Era. “We love you @taylorswift 💙!!!!!!” As Swift, 36, practiced an acoustic section mashup ahead of one of her last Eras Tour concerts in Canada, she was dressed in a blue Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation sweatshirt. (Kobe’s widow founded the organization after her husband and daughter Gianna tragically died in a 2020 helicopter crash, along with six…

Arne Slot believes Liverpool will continue to improve as the season progresses and is confident his summer signings will grow into their roles as familiarity and consistency increase. The Premier League champions sit fourth in the table ahead of Thursday’s clash with Leeds and are unbeaten in seven games in all competitions, with recent performances suggesting a gradual return to form after a turbulent start to the campaign. Slot has seen encouraging signs from new arrivals such as Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike and is convinced there is more to come from them in the second half of the season.…