Could the Golden State Warriors Walk Away from Lauri Markkanen Trade Talks?

Alright, let's dive into the whirlwind of Major League Baseball's amateur draft. Picture this: the excitement kicked off Sunday night when the Cleveland Guardians snagged Oregon State's star second baseman, Travis Bazzana, with the No. 1 pick. The draft hustle carried on Monday, wrapping up rounds three through ten. But don’t worry, the action isn't over yet. We’re picking back up on Tuesday at 2 p.m. ET to cruise through rounds eleven to twenty.

The Smile, a supergroup featuring Radiohead's Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, and drummer Tom Skinner, has sadly had to pull the plug on their current tour. This news dropped like a bombshell on their social media pages this past Friday. The culprit? A serious infection that sent Greenwood to the hospital earlier this week.

The Golden State Warriors are absolutely crushing it this summer. They kicked off their streak by sweeping the California Classic with three consecutive wins at the Chase Center in San Francisco. Riding high on that momentum, the Warriors started the Las Vegas Summer League on a strong note with a win against the Phoenix Suns on Saturday.

Wow, what a whirlwind of action from the Nashville Predators! After an unprecedented free agency frenzy on July 1, the Predators are heading into the 2024-25 season with a massively upgraded roster. General manager Barry Trotz splurged more than $111 million in just one day, marking the most the franchise has ever spent in an offseason. This bold move brought in forwards Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault, defenseman Brady Skjei, and backup goaltender Scott Wedgewood. On top of that, Trotz re-signed defenseman Alex Carrier to a three-year extension and locked in star goaltender Juuse Saros for an additional eight years.

This year’s Bastille Day celebrations in Paris were a blend of tradition and excitement, as the city geared up not only to commemorate its revolutionary past but also to welcome the Olympic flame ahead of the Games. The festivities kicked off with a vibrant parade, though with a notable shift—less military focus and more inclusion of athletes and volunteers alongside the usual contingent of soldiers and police.

In a heartfelt tribute echoing across social media, Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling, stars of the iconic 90s series Beverly Hills, 90210, mourned the loss of their beloved co-star, Shannen Doherty. Shannen, known not only for her role as Brenda Walsh in 90210 but also for her part in Charmed, passed away at the age of 53 after battling cancer.

Bob Odenkirk, known for his versatile roles in television, including the iconic Saul Goodman from Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, once came close to starring in another beloved series, The Office. Recently, he shared his reflections on missing out on the role of Michael Scott, eventually portrayed by Steve Carell, during an appearance on the Office Ladies podcast. Odenkirk revealed that his earnest demeanor, which he describes as more suited to drama than pure comedy, likely played a role in him not landing the part.

In a different universe, you might find Robert Downey Jr. not as the beloved Iron Man, but as a cunning villain. It's a twist that almost happened back when the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) was just taking off. Back in 2005, before he became Tony Stark, Downey Jr. actually auditioned for a role in the Fantastic Four. Director and co-star Jon Favreau revealed this interesting tidbit during a recent retrospective on Iron Man's 15th anniversary.

Taylor Swift experienced a memorable and unexpected twist during her recent Eras Tour stop in Milan, Italy. Known for her surprise performances and mashups, Swift, 34, delighted fans with an impromptu combination of her hit songs. The mishap occurred during a special segment where she surprises the audience with secret songs. After blending "Mr. Perfectly Fine" and "Red" on guitar, she moved to the piano for a mashup of "Getaway Car" and "Out of the Woods." However, just as she began, her piano, adorned with vibrant flowers, encountered a technical glitch.

Over the weekend, rapper Wiz Khalifa found himself in a sticky situation in Romania, where he was arrested for possessing illegal drugs. The incident occurred during his performance at the Beach Please! Festival in Costinești, Constanța county, a popular resort destination. Reports from Romanian authorities, specifically the DIICOT (Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism), indicated that Khalifa was found with over 18 grams of cannabis, a substance prohibited for recreational use in the country.

Euro 2024 has been an exhilarating ride from start to finish, but the final showdown between Spain and England truly capped off the tournament with a nail-biting finish. Spain, throughout the championship, displayed their dominance on the field, and they didn't disappoint in the final match either. The game culminated in a 2-1 victory for Spain over England, leaving fans on the edge of their seats until the very last whistle.

A historic power surge sent the Colorado Rockies into the All-Star break feeling charged up. Michael Toglia led the charge, blasting three solo homers in three consecutive at-bats. The Rockies launched a total of six homers in their 8-5 win over the New York Mets on a sunny Sunday afternoon at Citi Field. This thrilling display of power made Toglia the first Rockies player to hit three homers in a game since Brendan Rodgers did it in a wild 13-12 victory over Miami back on June 1, 2022, during a doubleheader. Toglia's impressive performance brought his season total to 16 homers, leading the team.

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It's been a summer of firsts for Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark. New team, cross-country league, new cities, and fresh arenas - she's been navigating it all like a seasoned pro. But when she hit the Target Center in Minneapolis on Sunday morning, it was a whole different story. This place wasn't new to her at all.

The 2024 Copa America, which was moved to the U.S. after South America struggled to find a host, was supposed to be a fantastic prelude to the 2026 World Cup. Instead, CONMEBOL, the tournament organizers, managed to turn the event into quite a mess. The chaos peaked during Sunday's final, leaving many fans frustrated and disappointed.

The buzz in Newcastle is all about the upcoming Euro final, and it's not just the locals caught up in the football fever. From Spanish chefs to international students, everyone's picking sides.

The FBI recently named 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks as the central figure in the attempted assassination plot targeting former President Donald Trump. This revelation came through a statement released last Sunday, detailing the agency's findings.