More than 25 million viewers watched the Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots in the NFL& #39rs season opener last week, giving the league a strong prime-timestart that eclipsed President Donald Trump's speech at a Republican convention. The Kickoff Game, a rematch of last season's Super Bowl LX, averaged more than25 million viewers across NBC and Peacock for the fourth straight year.
Meanwhile, the NFL& #39rs first regular-season game in Australia, drew an average of 18.5 million U.S. viewers on Netflix, with the game between the San Francisco 49ersand Los Angeles Rams peaking at 21.3 million.
Leeds United climbed to third in the Premier League with a superb Elland Road performance as they inflicted a heavy 4-1 defeat on a helpless Newcastle United.
A 14-minute burst in the first half proved too much for the Magpies, with an own goal from Lewis Miley following strikes by Jayden Bogle and Dominic Calvert-Lewin, before Noah Okafor netted in the second period.
Leeds now sit third on eight points - just four adrift of champions and leaders Arsenal.
Angela Bassett says Keke Palmer would be her choice to portray her if a movie were ever made about her life.
During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Bassett acknowledged the resemblance fans have long noticed between the two actresses, pointing to their similar cheekbones and eyes. She also praised Palmer’s personality and energy, describing her as one of the best.
The two share a relationship dating back more than 20 years. Bassett played Palmer’s mother in the 2006 film Akeelah and the Bee, which became Palmer’s breakthrough role when she was just 11 years old.
Their connection has continued throughout Palmer’s career. Earlier this year, Palmer......
Jay-Z opted for a tailored tux look at the world premiere of his Rick Rubin-directed docuseries JAŸ-Z In 8, which hits HBO and HBO Max later this week.
Among those who joined HOV at the premiere at New York City’s Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center on Sunday (Sept. 13) were Beyoncé, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jerrod Carmichael, and SZA. Rubin, the series’ director, and Daniel Kaluuya, an executive producer on the project, were also on hand.
Fans were quick to praise the 25-time Grammy winner’s choice of red carpet attire, leading to remarks not only on the timelessness of the look itself,......
The long-delayed trade sending Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers back to the Toronto Raptors has officially been approved by both teams, bringing an end to months of uncertainty surrounding the deal. The move comes amid the NBA’s investigation into allegations that the Clippers provided Leonard with impermissible benefits.
The trade was initially agreed to on June 30, with Leonard returning to Toronto, where he led the Raptors to their first NBA championship in 2019. In exchange, the Clippers will receive forward Brandon Ingram, guard Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, one first-round pick swap and two second-round picks, according to an ESPN report....
Sony PlayStation customers could soon find some unexpected credit sitting in their accounts—and eligible players won't even have to file a traditional claim to get it.
According to CNET, a proposed $7.85 million settlement involving Sony Interactive Entertainment is heading toward a final approval hearing on Oct. 15, with compensation expected to be deposited directly into eligible users' PlayStation Network wallets once the settlement becomes final. The settlement covers certain U.S. customers who purchased qualifying digital games through the PlayStation Store between April 1, 2019, and Dec. 31, 2023.
Eligibility depends on what players bought and when. Customers must......
Hip-hop legend Nas is celebrating his 53rd birthday today, marking more than three decades as one of the genre’s most respected and influential figures.
Born Nasir Jones on September 14, 1973, Nas spent much of his childhood in Queensbridge, New York, and began recording as a teenager before gaining attention with his appearance on Main Source’s “Live at the Barbeque.”
His career took off with the release of his debut album Illmatic in 1994. Featuring production from DJ Premier, Pete Rock and Q-Tip, the album is widely regarded as one of the most influential recordings in hip-hop history.
Nas followed with It Was Written in 1996 and later joined The Firm alongside......
The Barbados Tridents are the hottest team in the Caribbean Premier League rightnow after dismantling the Guyana Amazon Warriors by six wickets to record theirfourth straight win last night.Before a massive home crowd at Kensington Oval, the Tridents made light work ofthe Amazon Warriors’ batting by bowling them out for their lowest total of the seasonso far – a paltry 99 in 18.1 overs.Brandon King then scored an unbeaten 44 at the top of the order and ShadrackDescarte bludgeoned 32 off just 20 deliveries to see the home side to a predictablewin at Kensington Oval as they reached 100 for four in 14.5 overs.ScoresGUYANA AMAZON WARRIORS 99 (Glenn Phillps 24, Romario Shepherd......
Celine Dion has made an emotional return to the stage in Paris, receiving a thunderous welcome from fans at the Plenitude Arena.
The Canadian superstar opened the concert with the French-language song On ne change pas, but was overcome with emotion as the audience repeatedly chanted her name. At one point, Dion stopped singing and allowed the crowd to carry the song, telling fans her tears were tears of joy.
The performance marked a significant return for Dion, whose health struggles have kept her away from regular touring and live performances in recent years.
Her return was celebrated across Paris, with businesses joining in the excitement and even a nearby transit station temporarily......
Guyana Amazon Warriors have defeated the Barbados Tridents for the first time in Women’s Caribbean Premier League history, securing a five-wicket victory at Kensington Oval.
Chasing 159, the Warriors reached 159 for five with an over to spare, completing the highest successful run chase of this season’s tournament. Player of the Match Tazmin Brits led the way with 46, while Shermaine Campbelle added 36.
Earlier, defending champions Barbados posted 158 for seven, with captain Hayley Matthews scoring a season-best 50. Kiran Navgire contributed 38, while Suzie Bates provided a late boost with an unbeaten 22 from just 11 deliveries.
Sheneta Grimmond was the pick of the......
