LeBron James has signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, including a player option, confirmed by Klutch Sports Group CEO Rich Paul. James expressed excitement to join Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, aiming to bring a championship to Philadelphia.
The 2026 NBA free agency's first week saw the Philadelphia 76ers emerge as major winners by acquiring Jaylen Brown. The Los Angeles Clippers are rebuilding, while LeBron James remains a top free agent. The Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons are identified as key losers.
Undefeated boxer Jaron 'Boots' Ennis, a unified champion at two weights, faces Xander Zayas in a title unification bout. Ennis, 29, feels he's on a 'legacy tour' and aims to solidify his status as one of boxing's most gifted fighters.
Andy Burnham has emerged as a potential leader for the Labour party after a byelection victory in Makerfield, defeating Reform. His campaign highlighted his ability to connect with people and generate excitement, contrasting with Keir Starmer's perceived lack of warmth. However, Burnham faces challenges in translating his local success into a national project and clarifying his stance on key issues like immigration and economic policy.
Comedian Phil Wang discusses his new show 'Uh Oh,' exploring themes of ageing, the cultural shift away from 'woke' progressivism, and the changing dynamics of Gen Z and millennials. He reflects on his own identity as a "semi-immigrant" and his desire to connect with a mainstream audience.
The US PGA Championship's first day ended with a record seven players tied for the lead at three-under par, amidst challenges for big names like Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau, who struggled significantly.
Welsh nationalist party able to form minority government in Wales, blocking momentum of Reform UKElection 2026 live: latest news updatesFull results from England, Scotland and WalesPlaid Cymru have won 42 seats in Wales’s Senedd election, putting the Welsh nationalists in position to form a minority government and ending more than 100 years of Labour hegemony.Polls consistently suggested Plaid Cymru and Reform UK were neck and neck in the race to become the biggest party under Wales’s new more proportional voting system. As in last year’s closely watched Caerphilly Senedd byelection, however, the contest was not as close as predicted. Reform has come in second, with 34 seats – up from 1% of the vote share in 2021’s election. Continue reading...
More in Common's final MRP poll suggests Labour could fall to third place in Welsh Senedd election with just 14 seats (down from 24), while Plaid Cymru and Reform UK tie for first. Meanwhile, Keir Starmer has announced the UK will join the EU's €90bn loan scheme for Ukraine, but faces controversy over reports the UK may need to pay £1bn annually for improved single market access.
The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday after the team started 9-19 (tied with Mets for worst in MLB) with a -54 run differential. Don Mattingly takes over as interim manager, though the Phillies offered the job to recently-fired Alex Cora, who declined to spend time with family. The team ranks 28th in runs scored and struggles with an aging roster. Experts say the upcoming favorable schedule and Zack Wheeler's return may help more than the managerial change.
The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday after the team started 9-19 (tied with Mets for worst in MLB) with a -54 run differential. Don Mattingly takes over as interim manager, though the job was offered to Alex Cora, who declined to spend time with family. The Phillies rank 28th in runs scored and 28th in team ERA one month into the season, with experts questioning whether an aging core led by Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Trea Turner can rebound.
The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday after the team started 9-19 (tied with Mets for worst in MLB) with a -54 run differential. Don Mattingly takes over as interim manager. The Phillies ranked 28th in runs scored and 28th in team ERA one month into the season. Experts note the offense is old and thin with only three league-average or better hitters, while the bottom of the lineup (positions 6-9) has compiled an OPS of just .337. Alex Cora was offered the job but declined to spend time with his family, keeping the door open for a future hire.
A panel of experts analyzes the top prospects in the upcoming NFL draft, including standout talents like Arvell Reese and Jeremiyah Love, while debating quarterback landing spots and team-specific draft strategies.
