Wimbledon: Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz extends winning streak to reach 4th roundNew Foto - Wimbledon: Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz extends winning streak to reach 4th round

LONDON (AP) — Carlos Alcaraz kept hisWimbledonthree-peat campaign chugging along by beating Jan-Lennard Struff 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Centre Court on Friday to reach the fourth round. Alcaraz extended his winning streak to 21 matches overall and 17 consecutive victories at the All England Club, where he has won the past two titles. The five-time Grand Slam champion shook off a second-set wobble with an early break and by dropping only four points on his serve in the third set. Struff held tough but Alcaraz broke for a 5-4 lead in the fourth set and served out the victory. ___ AP tennis:https://apnews.com/hub/tennis

Wimbledon: Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz extends winning streak to reach 4th round

Wimbledon: Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz extends winning streak to reach 4th round LONDON (AP) — Carlos Alcaraz kept hisWimbledonthree-p...
NBA Finals or bust: Knicks' new coach Mike Brown knows what's expectedNew Foto - NBA Finals or bust: Knicks' new coach Mike Brown knows what's expected

The measuring stick for newNew York Knickshead coachMike Brownis obvious. Do better than Tom Thibodeau. Which means a spot in theNBA Finals. You don'tfire Thibodeau, who coached the Knicks to back-to-back 50-win seasons for the first time since 1993-94 and 1994-95 and led them to the conference finals for the first time since 2000, to replace him with a coach who maintains the status quo – or worse. And if you fire Thibodeau, you better replace him with a coach who has the gravitas across several fronts to justify a new coach. The Knicks got a coach in Brown who checks several boxes: Experience coaching in a big market (Los Angeles) and stars (LeBron James, Shaquille O'Neal, De'Aaron Fox). Versatile: Known earlier in his career as a defensive-minded coach, he has expanded his offensive repertoire, guiding theSacramento Kingsto the No. 1 offense in 2022-23. Playoff success: 50-40 overall in the playoffs, including a Finals appearance in 2007, two Eastern Conference finals appearances and he was an assistant coach for Steve Kerr on three Golden State championship teams. Credibility with players: Players know Brown, and he's a coach who can balance being a player's coach with the appropriate authority. Brown takes over a team that doesn't need a lot of change in terms of commitment. The culture of hard work and championship expectations have been established. It's about getting the most out of the roster, individually and collectively with Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Josh Hart leading. But it's imperative that Brown develop a rotation that utilizes bench players and gives him options. One just needed to watch the NBA Finals between Oklahoma City and Indiana to understand the importance of depth and options. It's one reason why Thibodeau is no longer the Knicks coach. This job needed a coach like Brown. I am a proponent of giving unproven coaches like Mark Daigneault, Joe Mazzulla and Ime Udoka chances to coach championship-caliber teams or teams headed in that direction. But a young coach without previous NBA head coaching experience would not have been a good fit for this version of the Knicks – the expectations are too high, the pressure too much to go in that direction. So, the Knicks reached a deal with Brown, and he knows what the job entails. The Knicks built what they believe is a championship roster. Brown doesn't need to get the Knicks to the Finals in 2026, but he does need to get him there if he wants to keep the job beyond this contract. Each season that passes without the Knicks improving on what they did under Thibodeau will be viewed with sideways glances. The USA TODAY app gets you to the heart of the news — fast.Download for award-winning coverage, crosswords, audio storytelling, the eNewspaper and more. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Knicks new coach Mike Brown knows what's expected: NBA Finals or bust

NBA Finals or bust: Knicks' new coach Mike Brown knows what's expected

NBA Finals or bust: Knicks' new coach Mike Brown knows what's expected The measuring stick for newNew York Knickshead coachMike Brow...
Why Taylor Swift Reclaiming Masters Was 'Even More Special' Because of Travis Kelce (Exclusive Source)New Foto - Why Taylor Swift Reclaiming Masters Was 'Even More Special' Because of Travis Kelce (Exclusive Source)

Gotham/GC Images Taylor Swift announced last month that she bought back her music catalog, giving her control of her first six albums The Grammy-winning singer regained control of her masters nearly six years after her catalog was sold to Scooter Braun Travis Kelce has supported the pop superstar throughout her ordeal, a source tells PEOPLE Taylor Swiftrecently closed one of the most important chapters of her career — and havingTravis Kelceby her side made the emotional milestone even more meaningful. "Reclaiming her mastershas been emotional and empowering. She's proud, relieved, and finally feels like a chapter has closed in the best possible way. Having Travis by her side for that milestone made it even more special," a source tells PEOPLE exclusively. After years of public battles over ownership, the Grammy-winning star, 35,announced in an Instagram poston May 30 that she bought back her music catalog, giving her control of her first six albums. TheStewartofNY/GC Images The journey has been long and deeply personal for the pop icon, and one she didn't have to face alone. Kelce "was honored to support her and he wouldn't have wanted it any other way." According to the source, the couple is "incredibly happy and in sync. There's a calmness and ease to their relationship right now that's been really grounding for Taylor and Travis." Following the wrap of herrecord-breaking Eras Tour, Swift has been taking a well-deserved break and spending it with Kelce. The twosome have been making the most of their quieter summer together, enjoying time away from the spotlight. The couple has been spotted in the West Village during their time in Manhattan, often opting for low key date nights and cozy dinners with friends.In Nashville, they've spent time with Swift's family and inner circle, staying mostly out of the public eye. "Taylor and Travis are soaking up every minute of this slower season together. They've been splitting their time between New York, Nashville, and a few quiet getaways, just enjoying each other's company without all the usual chaos." The summer pause has given them a chance to reconnect outside of their high-profile schedules and it's strengthened their relationship in new ways. Emma McIntyre/TAS24/Getty "This kind of downtime is rare for both of them, and it's really allowed their bond to deepen," says the source. "It's been a turning point for their relationship in a lot of ways." As PEOPLEpreviously reported, for the first time since the duo started dating in the summer of 2023, Swift is heading into an NFL season without the demands of a global tour. "Taylor is really looking forward to the upcoming NFL season. Not just becauseshe loves supporting Travis, but because for the first full season since they started dating, she's not juggling a packed tour schedule," a source told PEOPLE at the time. "This fall will be completely different," the insider said. "It's the first season where she's not constantly flying back and forth or working around an entire touring calendar." "The past two seasons were a whirlwind between performing across multiple countries, long flights, and trying to squeeze in alone time together wherever possible," the source said. "It wasn't easy but they made it work." Read the original article onPeople

Why Taylor Swift Reclaiming Masters Was 'Even More Special' Because of Travis Kelce (Exclusive Source)

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David Beckham gushes over Victoria, his 'Lady Beckham,' after 26 years of marriageNew Foto - David Beckham gushes over Victoria, his 'Lady Beckham,' after 26 years of marriage

After nearly three decades of marriage,David BeckhamandVictoria Beckhamare still gushing over each other as if it were Day 1. July 4 marks 26 years of marriage for the 50-year-old former footballer and the 51-year-old fashion designer, according to multiple social media posts from the couple. "26 years today you said YES to me,"David captioned an Instagram poston Friday. "Happy Anniversary and thank you for giving me our beautiful children and building the life that we have together." He shared a series of photos of the couple, and their four children − Brooklyn Beckham, Romeo James Beckham, Cruz Beckham and Harper Seven Beckham − throughout the years. The beloved couple, who wed on July 4, 1999, are marking their latest marriage milestonejust one week after David was hospitalizedafter undergoing surgery for a soccer-related wrist injury dating back to 2003. "I love you Lady Beckham," he concluded his caption, tagging not only his wife, Victoria, but his children too. 'Get well soon daddy':David Beckham pictured in hospital by Victoria Beckham "I love you so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️," Victoria commented under the photo carousel. On her own Instagram account, Victoria penned a sweet tribute to her husband. "Another year, another chapter in our love story," she wrote, along with a photo of the two kissing poolside. View this post on Instagram A post shared by David Beckham (@davidbeckham) "I'm so proud of the beautiful family and life we've built together," she continued. "You and our four incredible children complete me. I love you so much @davidbeckham xx Here's to 26 years!! xx." USA TODAY interview:David Beckham talks family, Victoria doc and how Leonardo DiCaprio helped him win an Emmy View this post on Instagram A post shared by Victoria Beckham (@victoriabeckham) In a September 2024 interview with USA TODAY, David spoke about what makes him and Victoria the "proudest": his four children. Beckham grew up in the East End of London in what he describes as a "working class background: parents that work very hard, two sisters that also work very hard." He and Victoria, despite the circumstances surrounding their fame, tried to pass that forward to their children. "They could be different than they are, but we are very lucky," Beckham said of his kidsBrooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and Harper. "They're kind, they're humble, they're hardworking and they're just good human beings. That's the biggest thing that we are proud of." This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:David and Victoria Beckham celebrate wedding anniversary on July 4th

David Beckham gushes over Victoria, his 'Lady Beckham,' after 26 years of marriage

David Beckham gushes over Victoria, his 'Lady Beckham,' after 26 years of marriage After nearly three decades of marriage,David Beck...
Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt goes on injured list and heads for scan of forearmNew Foto - Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt goes on injured list and heads for scan of forearm

NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt was placed on the 15-day injured list because of right forearm soreness on Friday, one day after his start at Toronto was cut short following three innings. A 29-year-old right-hander, Schmidt was set to have an MRI on Friday. New York also recalled right-hander Scott Effross and left-hander Jayvien Sandridge from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Right-hander Clayton Beeter had been optioned to the RailRiders after replacing Schmidt on Thursday night and taking the loss in the8-5 defeatas the Yankees were swept in a four-game series against the Blue Jays and dropped out of the AL East lead. Schmidt allowed three runs, four hits that included George Springer's two-run homer and two walks. He said he's been dealing with soreness in his arm since his June 4 outing against Cleveland. "Earlier on in the game it felt OK," Schmidt said. "As the game progressed it sort of tightened up a little bit on me. ... Just pitch to pitch I didn't feel 100%. I felt like the whole night I was kind of guarding it a little bit on the breaking balls, really not ripping them or trying to get a lot behind them." Schmidt had Tommy John surgery in May 2017, a month before the Yankees selected him with the 16th overall pick in the amateur draft. In his sixth major league season, he is is 4-4 with a 3.32 ERA in 14 starts. Schmidt left a June 21 start against Baltimore after a career-high 103 pitches in seven hitless innings, part of a streak of 28 1/3 scoreless innings. "Any time you're getting an MRI on your forearm, or whatever the body part is, you're not feeling happy about it," Schmidt said. "I'm praying everything is going to be clean and minor. We'll see what happens." Right-hander Luis Gil, sidelined since straining his right lat during spring training, will throw either a third batting practice session on Tuesday or Wednesday, or start a minor league injury rehabilitation assignment. Gil, the reigning AL Rookie of the Year, threw to hitters on June 21 for the first time since getting hurt. Yankees manager Aaron Boone said the 27-year-old right-hander will throw 45-50 pitches. "I'm not sure if it's a three-up live because sometimes we like them to get to that number in a more controlled environment just so we don't have to pull a plug," Boone said. Right-hander Ryan Yarbrough, out since June because of a strained right oblique, has not started throwing. "I think he's getting close to playing catch, but he has not started playing catch yet," Boone said. ___ AP MLB:https://apnews.com/hub/mlb

Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt goes on injured list and heads for scan of forearm

Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt goes on injured list and heads for scan of forearm NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt was placed ...
Red Bull's Christian Horner says Max Verstappen intends to stay despite Mercedes linksNew Foto - Red Bull's Christian Horner says Max Verstappen intends to stay despite Mercedes links

SILVERSTONE, England (AP) — Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has said Max Verstappen intends to stay with the team for next year despite speculation about a move to Mercedes which would shake upFormula 1. Verstappen has repeatedlydeclined to sayhe's committed to Red Bull for 2026 following asuggestionlast week from Mercedes' George Russell that his team spoke with Verstappen. Russell doesn't have a contract for 2026. The four-time world champion has a contract through 2028 at Red Bull but there have been indications that a performance-related clause could allow him to exit earlier. The exact details are not public. "The contracts between the drivers and the teams are always going to remain confidential. With any driver's contract there is an element of a performance mechanism, and of course that exists within Max's contract," Horner said on Friday at theBritish Grand Prix. "His intention is that he will be there and driving for us in 2026. It's inevitable that he's of huge interest to any other other team in the pit lane." Horner suggested Russell "probably triggered all this speculation" to strengthen his hand in talks with Mercedes. "I think the most important thing is the clarity that exists between Max and the team and that's very clear," Horner added. Horner also said of Verstappen: "He's made it quite clear that he would like to finish his career in a Red Bull car from start to finish. I think that's quite special and unique for him." Russellsaidon Thursday he believed there was an "exceptionally low" chance he'd have to leave Mercedes for 2026. Horner added that Yuki Tsunoda will get the rest of 2025 to show he deserves to keep a seat at Red Bull, but signaled he'd consider a range of options inside and outside the wider Red Bull organization, including Liam Lawson and his rookie Racing Bulls teammate Isack Hadjar. Tsunoda waspromotedto Verstappen's teammate in March after Lawson struggled in the first two races. "Yuki has got until the end of the season to demonstrate that he's the guy to remain in the car," Horner said. "We have Isack also doing a good job and Liam finding his form as well. So within the Red Bull pool we have talent. Of course, you're also open to what is outside of that. We want to field the best lineup that we can for next year. We've gone outside of that pool in recent years. If we feel the necessity to do so, we wouldn't be afraid to do so again." ___ AP auto racing:https://apnews.com/hub/auto-racing

Red Bull's Christian Horner says Max Verstappen intends to stay despite Mercedes links

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Ben Affleck May Have Just Become the Subject of Another SongNew Foto - Ben Affleck May Have Just Become the Subject of Another Song

Ben Affleck May Have Just Become the Subject of Another Songoriginally appeared onParade. "Dear Ben Part III"? It seems as thoughJennifer Lopezcalled on the end of her marriage toBen Affleckfor inspiration for a new song — and she debuted it in front of a small audience on July 2. According toUs Weekly, Lopez held a "top-secret listening party" in Los Angeles where she debuted some new music, including a ballad called "Wreckage of You." "'Wreckage of You' is a pop ballad that she told us she cowrote and recorded two weeks ago," attendee Edgardo Luis Rivera told the outlet. "She said she was lying in bed after a long day of tour rehearsals when the idea of the song came to her. She mentioned how last year was a very difficult time for her both personally and professionally. She had to cancel her tour and really focus on herself. Fast-forward to one year later, and she feels better and stronger than ever, so she wanted to write a song about coming out of a bad situation much stronger." Rivera explained that Lopez "kept thinking of the word 'wreck' because it means destruction, but she wasn't destroyed." 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Though the full lyrics haven't been revealed, Lopez reportedly sings, "I'm stronger after the wreckage of you." This post-relationship ballad is a far cry from the previous tracks that Lopez has written about Affleck, including "Dear Ben" and "Dear Ben Part II." The former couple has had quite the love journey, from falling for one another in the early 00s to calling off their engagement only to go on and marry other people and start families. Then, years after they both divorced their respective partners, the two would end up reconnecting, falling back in love and getting married — but, ultimately, it didn't work out. Affleck and Lopez ended their marriage in 2024 — two years after they tied the knot. "Wreckage of You" has not been released and it's unknown when Lopez plans on publicly sharing the track. Ben Affleck May Have Just Become the Subject of Another Songfirst appeared on Parade on Jul 4, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jul 4, 2025, where it first appeared.

Ben Affleck May Have Just Become the Subject of Another Song

Ben Affleck May Have Just Become the Subject of Another Song Ben Affleck May Have Just Become the Subject of Another Songoriginally appeared...
LL Cool J says he won't perform at Philadelphia's July Fourth festival in support of workers strikeNew Foto - LL Cool J says he won't perform at Philadelphia's July Fourth festival in support of workers strike

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rapper LL Cool J says he will not perform at a Fourth of July festival in Philadelphia in support of a strikeby nearly 10,000 city workers in Philadelphia. The rapper and actor had been scheduled to appear at the Wawa Welcome America Festival on Friday, along with R&B singer and Philadelphia native Jazmine Sullivan and other performers. LL Cool J said in a video posted on social media that "there's absolutely no way that I can perform, cross a picket line and pick up money when I know that people are out there fighting for a living wage." "I hope, I hope, I hope that, you know, the mayor and the city can make a deal. I hope it works out," he said. LL Cool J also said that he never wants to disappoint his fans and that he plans to be in Philadelphia in case an agreement is reached. The festival comes as the strike moved into a fourth day Friday.Trash has been piling up in some areasand more than 30 Medical Examiner's Office staffers have been ordered back to work because of a growing backlog of bodies in storage. The latest talks between the city and leaders of District Council 33 — the largest of four major unions representing city workers — ended late Wednesday. Both sides have said they were willing to continue negotiations. The union represents many of the city's blue-collar workers, from trash collectors to clerks to security guards. Police and firefighters are not on strike. The city has offered a three-year contract with annual raises of about 3%, which the union said amounts to little more than $1,000 after taxes for members making $46,000 a year on average. Mayor Cherelle Parker has said the city has "put its best offer on the table." She stressed that the effective 13% pay hike over her four-year term -- including last year's 5% bump – along with a fifth step on the pay scale would be the best contract the union has seen in decades. Parker responded to LL Cool J's statement, saying that she spoke with him on Thursday. "I respect his decision, and understand his desire to see the city unified," the mayor said. "He is always welcome in Philadelphia." The union also responded, saying LL Cool J's support for municipal workers "highlights his commitment to social justice and community well-being." "His support not only brings attention to our efforts but also inspires others to recognize and advocate for the rights and respect of all workers," the union said. "It's heartening to see public figures using their influence to champion causes that matter to everyday people." On Thursday, Common Pleas Court Judge Sierra Thomas-Street approved the city's request to have the medical examiner's office staffers return to work because bodies have been piling up there in storage, posing a health and safety risk. Those workers include death and forensic investigators, forensic technicians and clerks. The order came a day after the judge ordered some emergency service dispatchers and essential water department employees back to work. Mounting trash piles in some parts of the city were also still causing grief for residents and officials, who have strongly urged residents to follow the collection guidelines imposed when the strike began Tuesday. They also urged residents to report problems at the trash collection sites, and noted trash is being cleared as fast as possible and the city is working to open more sites.

LL Cool J says he won't perform at Philadelphia's July Fourth festival in support of workers strike

LL Cool J says he won't perform at Philadelphia's July Fourth festival in support of workers strike PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rapper LL Co...
Trevor Story homers as part of 4-hit day to help Red Sox beat Nationals 11-2New Foto - Trevor Story homers as part of 4-hit day to help Red Sox beat Nationals 11-2

WASHINGTON (AP) — Trevor Story homered and drove in four runs as part of a four-hit day, Lucas Giolito pitched 7 2/3 innings of one-run ball in his first game against the team that drafted him and the Boston Red Sox routed the Washington Nationals 11-2 on Friday. Jarren Duran had three RBIs for Boston, which collected 16 hits and has won four of six since enduring a season-worst six-game skid. Washington was denied its first three-game winning streak since taking four in a row on May 28-31. Giolito (5-1) allowed four hits and three walks while striking out seven, surrendering Luis García Jr.'s sacrifice fly in the sixth. He is 2-0 with an 0.61 ERA in his last two starts. The right-hander was the Nationals' first-round pick in 2012 and debuted with the team four years later. Washington traded him to the Chicago White Sox in December 2016. The Red Sox broke the game open with a seven-run fifth inning. After Boston loaded the bases, Wilyer Abreu walked in a run to make it 3-0 and Story ripped a two-run single to center to chase Washington starter Michael Soroka (3-6). Marcelo Mayer hit reliever Zach Brzykcy's first pitch to left to score Abreu. Three batters later, Duran hit a two-run double. He later scored on Abraham Toro's single. Story hit his 13th home run of the season in the eighth, a two-run blast to left off Ryan Loutos. Soroka allowed seven runs and struck out six in four innings, matching his shortest outing of the season. Key moment Story's two-run single in the fifth extended Boston's lead to 5-0 and ended Soroka's day. Key stat Boston has won 10 of its last 11 games on the Fourth of July. Up next The series continues Saturday when Boston RHP Walker Buehler (5-6, 6.45 ERA) faces Washington LHP Mitchell Parker (5-8, 4.63). ___ AP MLB:https://apnews.com/hub/mlb

Trevor Story homers as part of 4-hit day to help Red Sox beat Nationals 11-2

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Euro 2025: Sweden beats Denmark yet again this year on Filippa Angeldahl's goalNew Foto - Euro 2025: Sweden beats Denmark yet again this year on Filippa Angeldahl's goal

GENEVA (AP) — Sweden swept past Denmark yet again on Friday, winning 1-0 at the Women's European Championship for a third victory this year over its near neighbor. One month after a 6-1 rout in Stockholm, Filippa Angeldahl's smart finish of a neat passing attack in the 55th minute was enough for an impressive Swedish team on another hot evening in Switzerland. Angeldahl severely tested Denmark goalkeeper Maja Bay Ostergaard to save a long-range free kick in the first half and beat her with more power in the second. The midfielder exchanged passes with captain Kosovare Asllani — making her 200th appearance for Sweden — before striding on to shoot low past Ostergaard's dive. Denmark star forward Pernille Harder's shot from distance rattled the Sweden crossbar in the 81st. Later Friday in Group C, favored Germany was playing Poland in St. Gallen. It was the third time Sweden and Denmark opened a Women's Euros facing each other and it ended 1-1 in both 2005 and 2013. Sweden beat Denmark twice in a Nations League group this year, starting with 2-1 in Odense in February. That time, Harder was marked toughly by veteran Sweden defender Magdalena Eriksson who has beenher partner since 2014. Eriksson was a surprise absence from the lineup on Friday due to a muscle strain lingering since a warmup game. She was ably replaced by 38-year-old Linda Sembrant, playing her 157th game for Sweden. ___ AP soccer:https://apnews.com/hub/soccer

Euro 2025: Sweden beats Denmark yet again this year on Filippa Angeldahl's goal

Euro 2025: Sweden beats Denmark yet again this year on Filippa Angeldahl's goal GENEVA (AP) — Sweden swept past Denmark yet again on Fri...

 

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