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A little over a decade ago, Las Vegas was little more than a supporting player on the national and international sports scene. Aside from the occasional world championship bout or mixed martial arts event, the city was something of a reserve player in the sports world. What about now? Las Vegas has firmly established itself as a bona fide superstar in the world of great sports, and Jay Vickers, chief operating officer of the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute, has had a front-row seat to this recent, rapid transformation. But from there, Vickers began to realize that despite the sports boom,…
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is half over, but it would be a mistake to think you’ve missed out on the best deals if you couldn’t shop yesterday. As has been the case for the past couple of years, most of the best Prime Day deals on day one of the sale remain the best offers on day two — if they didn’t sell out.If you have anything under the consumer tech umbrella still on your wishlist, Engadget has you covered. We’ve collected the best Prime Day deals you can still get today before the shopping event is over. We’ll be…
Christian Vierig/Getty Images Supreme is acquired by Essilor Luxottica for $1.5 billion. new york CNN — Supreme, the trendy streetwear brand beloved by celebrities and cool kids, has been sold to an eyewear company for a price significantly lower than it was just four years ago. Italian company Essilor Luxottica announced on Wednesday that it would acquire Supreme for $1.5 billion in cash from VF Corporation (VFC), the parent company of Vans and Dickies, which acquired the brand in 2020 for $2.1 billion. “Supreme fits perfectly into our innovation and development journey, providing us with a direct connection to new…
new york CNN — Supreme, the trendy streetwear brand beloved by celebrities and cool kids, has been sold to an eyewear company for a price significantly lower than it was just four years ago. Italian company Essilor Luxottica announced on Wednesday that it would acquire Supreme for $1.5 billion in cash from VF Corporation (VFC), the parent company of Vans and Dickies, which acquired the brand in 2020 for $2.1 billion. “Supreme fits perfectly into our innovation and development journey, providing us with a direct connection to new customers, language and creativity,” EssilorLuxottica said in a statement. The brand will…
Down icon An icon in the shape of a downward angle. The author visited Belfast, Maine. Joey Hadden/Business Insider, Hal Bergman/Getty Images I recently visited Belfast, Maine, a city rich in history, local culture and coastal scenery.Belfast is the perfect contrast to busy city life and a great escape from the city.I think it’s an underrated destination. When I went to Belfast, Maine for Independence Day on July 4th, I was expecting nothing more than a fulfilling long weekend with friends, away from the hectic life in New York.I got all that and more.It was my first time in Maine…
Clippers guard Kobe Brown, NBA Summer League and Team USA – The Ringer Cookie Banner We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our visitors are coming from. To learn more or opt-out, please read our Cookie Policy, Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, effective December 20, 2019. By choosing I acceptyou consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. I accept ☰ Tate meets Clippers guard Kobe Brown in Las Vegas, Kyle Mann and Tate share their thoughts…
Former President Donald Trump pumped his fist at the 2024 Republican National Convention at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on July 16. Rebecca Wright/CNN On the second night of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, speakers staunchly supported former President Donald Trump, saying he was a self-sacrificing leader who led America to great heights and that Biden had undermined those accomplishments. His former opponents, including former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, lined up to praise Trump, admit his mistakes and commit to voters giving him a second term. Here are five takeaways. Haley joins in: Haley took to the stage…
ISLAMABAD: The Islamic State (ISIS) claimed responsibility for an attack on a Shiite mosque in Oman on Tuesday that killed at least nine people, including four Pakistanis, and marked a rare security breach in the oil-producing Gulf state. Monday’s attack was unusual for the wealthy Gulf state and has raised concerns that ISIS is trying to gain a foothold in new territory. “Three Islamic State suicide bombers attacked a Shiite (Muslim) gathering last night as they were holding their annual ritual at a shrine in the (Omani) capital’s Wadi Al Kabir area,” the group said in a statement, citing three…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats will hold a virtual vote in the first week of August to make Joe Biden their party’s nominee after he rejected calls from some in his party to drop out of the race following his disastrous debate performance with President Donald Trump.The Democratic National Convention’s rules committee met Friday to discuss the plan and plans to finalize it next week, according to a letter to members obtained by The Associated Press on Wednesday. The letter from co-chairs Bishop Leah D. Daughtry and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said that while virtual voting would not take place before…
“Women aren’t getting the medical care they need.” Flood-affected women return to their makeshift shelter after receiving hygiene kits and other essentials. Image by United Nations Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid via Flickr. 2022. CC BY 2.0. In Pakistan, internally displaced women who have already lost their homes and livelihoods face unique pressures, particularly regarding women’s health and maternity care. Pakistan is one of the countries most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Rising temperatures, sporadic monsoons and severe droughts are the new normal, forcing millions of people to flee, especially in the north. According to the Internal Displacement…