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Sheffield Wednesday Midfielder Stunned By Bradford City Defeat – Football Lowdown
Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Barry Bannan said he was stunned after his side lost 1-0 at home to Bradford City in their League One opener. The result mattered because Wednesday had controlled much of the first half but failed to take their chances, allowing Bradford to make a strong start to the campaign. Aden Baldwin scored…
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De Zerbi let us bond over a few beers – Maddison
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison has revealed that new manager Roberto de Zerbi allowed the squad to bond over drinks as part of preparations for the new Premier League season. The gesture comes as the club looks to rebuild team spirit and improve significantly after a disappointing 17th-place finish last season. Maddison’s comments were shared…
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One potential James Bond has taken himself out of the race as he’s “too old,” and it’s a role “you could never come back from”
Theo James has said he does not expect to play James Bond, despite having been repeatedly linked with the role in public speculation. In an interview with British GQ, the 41-year-old actor described himself as “definitely too old” for the part and said becoming 007 would be a career step from which an actor could…
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Patreon is changing its algorithm to help smaller creators get discovered
Patreon has unveiled a broad roadmap of updates, including a revamped discovery algorithm designed to help smaller creators get noticed. CEO Jack Conte framed the changes as an attempt to build “a better internet” for creators, arguing that mainstream social media platforms have “enshittified” and made it harder for creators to reach audiences and build…
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Roblox shares AI child-safety tools parents should know
Roblox has outlined the safety measures it is using to try to detect online grooming and protect children on its platform, as its CEO discusses new tools with parents amid ongoing concerns about predators. The platform’s enormous reach among young users makes this a significant issue, since seemingly innocuous conversations about shared games can be…
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Hilaria Baldwin shares 5 simple stretches to do at work to prevent pain and stiffness
Fitness instructor Hilaria Baldwin has shared a set of simple stretches that office workers can do while seated to counteract the effects of sitting at a desk for long periods. The routine is aimed at easing “tech neck”, back pain and general stiffness that build up during a working day, reflecting broader medical advice that…
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Democratic momentum keeps rolling in race for Senate
In today’s issue: ▪ Dems’ chances rise in key Senate races ▪ Bond market remains unsettled ▪ Trump campaigning for Darline Graham ▪ Stars and Stripes in the Pentagon’s crosshairs Democrats are riding a wave of momentum as they look to expand their Senate map, with new forecasts offering fresh optimism that flipping the upper…
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What does Tyson’s shutdown of two US beef plants mean for grocery costs?
Tyson Foods, the largest US meatpacking company, is closing plants in Iowa and Utah and selling a facility in Washington state, cutting hundreds of jobs as cattle supplies hit a 75-year low. The closures come amid a historic cattle shortage caused by prolonged drought, rising costs and consolidation among ranchers, but economists say the move…
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Quarter of branded baby foods in UK still have too much sugar, analysis finds
A year after the UK government introduced voluntary guidelines aimed at cutting sugar and salt in baby food, a new analysis has found that almost a quarter of popular branded infant products still contain excessive sugar, with more than half breaching at least one of the nine standards. The findings have prompted renewed calls from…
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My big, fat, technophobic cat
A Verge journalist recounts her ongoing struggle to help her overweight cat, Pablo, lose weight, describing how various pet tech gadgets have repeatedly failed against his stubborn resistance to change. Vets have long warned that Pablo’s excess weight puts him at risk of diabetes, kidney problems and urinary crystals, yet despite trying numerous devices intended…