What’s Trending Today: Musk in China, Air New Zealand Passenger Weigh-In, Holmes Heads to Jail
Welcome to Social Buzz, a daily column looking at what’s trending on social media platforms. I’m Caitlin Fichtel,
2023-05-30 20:26
Pregnancy and sports a challenging combination for female professional athletes
Recent allegations by WNBA player Dearica Hamby that her coach harassed her for being pregnant have shined a renewed spotlight on one of the biggest challenges that female professional athletes face
2023-05-30 02:49
Sir Lewis Hamilton: From Stevenage to seven-time F1 world champion
Lewis Hamilton has become not only a household name, but one of the most successful drivers in the history of Formula One. The Brit holds a number of records, including the joint-most wins of the Driver's World Championship (seven times), the most race wins (103) and most podium finishes (192). It started when his father, Anthony Hamilton, bought him a go-kart aged six after the youngster faced racism and bullying in school, and he quickly excelled through the ranks into a worldwide sensation - even receiving a knighthood from the then-Prince of Wales for services to motorsport. Hamilton continues to compete for Mercedes, however, there is speculation a Ferrari future could be on the horizon for the champion. Click here to sign up for our newsletters.
2023-05-28 17:57
‘Flower padre’ Fernando Alonso brushes off Monaco Grand Prix nerves by watering plants
Formula One’s Fernando Alonso has reignited his alleged love of flowers ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, by uploading a video of himself to TikTok watering them at a restaurant. Just weeks ago the Aston Martin was caught sniffing flowers and now appears to be playing into the viral moment at any opportunity, branding himself as the ‘flower padre’. Alonso will start second behind Max Verstappen at today’s race (28 May), after losing out on Pole by 0.084s. Click here to sign up for our newsletters.
2023-05-28 17:15
German Football’s Nein to Private Equity Leaves Bundesliga Adrift
German football fans are gearing up for a dramatic showdown this weekend, when the Bundesliga title race will
2023-05-26 14:47
Aston Martin Unveils New DB12 Coupe Amid Formula 1 Successes
Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings Plc has some additional excitement to accompany its recent podium finishes at Formula
2023-05-26 02:18
Tyler Perry Battles for $3 Billion BET Business With Shaq and Other Black Stars
Tyler Perry is one of Black Entertainment Television’s most prolific creators — and just one name in a
2023-05-24 22:49
Juventus Set to Miss Champions League After Court Issues Penalty
Italy’s national football federation penalized Juventus Football Club SpA, one of Europe’s most successful teams, by effectively pushing
2023-05-23 16:25
Carmelo Anthony, 10-time NBA All-Star and one of basketball's greatest scorers, announces retirement
Carmelo Anthony, one of the greatest scorers the NBA has ever seen, has announced his retirement from basketball at the age of 38.
2023-05-22 23:58
Messi, Ronaldo Lead Saudi Arabia's Multibillion-Dollar Makeover
Saudi Arabia’s tab for using icons of western popular culture to enhance its stature and sway on the
2023-05-22 12:24
A growing number of sports bras, shirts and leggings brands found with high levels of toxic chemical, watchdog warns
An increasing number of sports bra and athletic wear brands have been found with high levels of BPA in them, a chemical compound that's used to make certain types of plastic and can lead to harmful health effects such as asthma, cardiovascular disease and obesity, a US watchdog group said on Wednesday.
2023-05-18 08:26
Marc Lasry Says Pickleball Offers Better Rate of Return Than NBA
Marc Lasry, the billionaire co-founder of Avenue Capital Group, said he expects investments in upstart sports leagues like
2023-05-18 00:53