Jake Paul vs. Conor McGregor: Potential blockbuster fight sparks sports betting
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Jake Paul vs. Conor McGregor: Potential blockbuster fight sparks sports betting

Related media - Latest news UFC superstar Conor McGregor has revealed his plans to return to the ring, teasing a potential fight against social media influencer and WWE star Logan Paul's older brother Jake Paul. The news has sent shockwaves through the world of combat sports, with fans and pundits speculating about the bout's implications, while bookmakers are already crunching numbers for what could become one of the most-watched boxing events in history. The hype for a McGregor-Jake Paul bout isn't entirely new; Rumors about this possibility have been circulating for months. Now, according to ESPN's Salvador Rodriguez, the matchup is officially under consideration for the summer of 2025, with discussions pointing to a game in July, August or September. If t...
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America's oldest racetrack closes as horse racing sees a modern resurgence
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America's oldest racetrack closes as horse racing sees a modern resurgence

More news - Breaking news After more than 170 years of operation, Freehold Raceway, America's oldest racetrack, has held its last race. The New Jersey track, owned by Penn Entertainment, officially closed its doors on the last weekend of 2024, ending an era marked by declining attendance, shrinking revenues and failed attempts to obtain a license for the casino. “Unfortunately, track operations cannot continue under current conditions, and we see no plausible way forward,” Howard Bruno, the track's general manager, said in a statement announcing the closure. While Freehold's closure reflects the challenges facing horse racing in the United States, industry insiders remain optimistic about the sport's future. New investor interest, technological innovations an...
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Dolphin Entertainment CEO increases ownership, signaling confidence in the company's future
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Dolphin Entertainment CEO increases ownership, signaling confidence in the company's future

More news - Latest news William O'Dowd IV, CEO of Dolphin Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:DLPN), increased his personal investment in the company by acquiring an additional 13,000 shares of common stock. The shares were purchased at an average price of $1.09 each, bringing the total value of the transaction to approximately $14,170. This move highlights O'Dowd's confidence in the company's future and its recent performance metrics, including an impressive 94% gross profit margin and a 22% revenue growth rate over the past year. The purchase, completed on December 17, 2024, increases O'Dowd's direct ownership in Dolphin Entertainment to 147,493 shares. In addition to this, O'Dowd also holds indirect interests through Dolphin Entertainment, LLC and Dolph...
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Ukraine blocks the transit of Russian gas to Europe, ending decades of energy dominance
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Ukraine blocks the transit of Russian gas to Europe, ending decades of energy dominance

Related media - News 24 hours On New Year's Day, Ukraine officially cut off the flow of Russian natural gas to several European countries, marking the end of Moscow's long-standing dominance of European energy markets. The move, which had been widely anticipated, comes as the five-year transit agreement between Russia and Ukraine expired without renewal amid the ongoing war between the two nations. At around 8am local time on Wednesday, Russian state energy giant Gazprom confirmed that gas exports to Europe via Ukrainian pipelines had stopped. This development, which follows more than three decades of transit of Russian gas through Ukraine, highlights changing energy dynamics in Europe as the EU continues to push to reduce dependence on Russian supplies. Ukrainian Pr...
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Boise State's magical season ends with Fiesta Bowl loss, exposing flaws in College Football Playoff seeding
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Boise State's magical season ends with Fiesta Bowl loss, exposing flaws in College Football Playoff seeding

More news - Breaking news One was the resilient, conference-champion team that stormed into the College Football Playoff with determination, a breakout season fueled by star running back Ashton Jeanty, and a legacy of excellence among Group of 5 programs. The other was a team outmatched, overwhelmed and wracked by mistakes in a 31-14 loss to Penn State. For Broncos fans, the outcome was bittersweet. Boise State's improbable run to the CFP quarterfinals deserves to be celebrated, but the loss also underscored the challenge of competing at the highest level against a stronger, more talented team. Penn State, the Big Ten's runner-up and No. 6 seed, controlled the game from start to finish, capitalizing on Boise State's four turnovers and 13 penalties. While the Bron...
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SpaceX pushes to transform Starbase into a new city in Texas
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SpaceX pushes to transform Starbase into a new city in Texas

More news - Recent news SpaceX, the aerospace company led by Elon Musk, has put forward an ambitious proposal to turn its Starbase facility in Boca Chica Beach, Texas, into an officially chartered city. The company has submitted a petition urging local authorities to approve the move, which it says would support the continued growth of its business and workforce in the region. Starbase, located in the southernmost part of Texas near the Mexican border, serves as the hub for SpaceX's development and launch of Starship, the massive spacecraft designed for missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond. The company said incorporating Starbase as a city is a necessary step to meet the growing demands of its operations. Kathryn Lueders, chief executive officer of Starbase, outlined th...
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John Thune prepares to lead Senate majority amid political challenges
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John Thune prepares to lead Senate majority amid political challenges

Related media - Latest news John Thune's political career has been defined by resilience, strategic thinking, and the ability to tackle complex challenges. After ousting Sen. Tom Daschle, the influential Democratic majority leader, in 2004, Thune quickly faced one of his toughest battles: preventing the closure of Ellsworth Air Force Base, a key economic pillar in his home state of South Dakota . Successfully fending off that threat not only ensured his political future, but also taught him lessons that would shape his rise to the Senate. Now, as Thune takes over as Senate majority leader, he faces another formidable test. Leading a chamber of 53 Republican senators, Thune must manage competing priorities while working with President-elect Donald J. Trump, whose demands ...
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