Author: Tanjid Osman

The Chicago White Sox offense struggled again, falling 1-0 to the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday at Rate Field. Shane Smith pitched five strong innings, allowing no runs, but the White Sox bats could not produce enough to win. Tigers starter Tyler Melton dominated early, retiring the first 12 White Sox hitters in order. Luis Robert Jr. finally broke the streak with a leadoff double in the fifth inning, but any hope of a comeback ended quickly. Andrew Benintendi, Miguel Vargas, and Edgar Quero all struck out consecutively. Robert was the only White Sox player to reach second base in the…

The U.S. risks losing its influence in global technology if it does not actively shape technical standards. China has been moving to fill this gap, aiming to control the rules that govern the digital world. In 2019, Chinese engineers presented a plan called New IP at a United Nations telecom forum. The proposal envisioned an internet where users’ identities were linked to every online action, from website visits to clicks. New IP would have replaced the open internet with a system controlled by governments, making mass surveillance and censorship easier. While China postponed the plan after facing strong opposition from…

Rangers have secured a place in the Champions League play-offs despite a 2-1 defeat against Viktoria Plzen in the second leg of the third qualifying round. The Ibrox side had carried a commanding three-goal advantage from the first leg, which proved enough to progress to the next stage. The match at the Doosan Arena in Plzen began with Rangers defending their lead from the first leg. Early pressure from Viktoria Plzen tested the Scottish champions, but they held firm until the 41st minute. A defensive lapse by Jefte allowed Amar Memic to send a cross into the box, where Rafiu…

Lamar Jackson is aiming to reach 7,000 rushing yards after breaking Michael Vick’s record for most rushing yards by an NFL quarterback. The 2024 season was one of Jackson’s best yet. He set personal bests with 4,172 passing yards and 41 passing touchdowns. He also achieved the fourth-best single-season passer rating in NFL history at 119.6. Along with this, Jackson rushed for 915 yards, surpassing Michael Vick’s previous rushing record for quarterbacks. As he starts the 2025 season, Jackson has a total of 6,173 rushing yards. This total is just 214 yards less than running back Christian McCaffrey’s career rushing…

Spain’s women’s national soccer team has appointed Sonia Bermúdez as the new head coach, replacing Montse Tomé just two weeks after the team reached the European Championship final. The Spanish soccer federation announced on Monday that Tomé’s contract will not be renewed. Iraia Iturregi, another former Spain player, will serve as the team’s assistant coach. This coaching change follows Spain’s hard-fought loss to England in the Euro 2025 final on July 27, decided by a penalty shootout. The federation’s board made the decision shortly after the tournament ended. Tomé took over from Jorge Vilda after Spain’s 2023 World Cup win.…

Wide receiver Keenan Allen is back with the Chargers after spending the first 11 years of his NFL career with the team. The two sides agreed on a one-year contract on Tuesday, marking a reunion following Mike Williams’ recent retirement. Allen, 33, met with the Chargers on Friday for a workout. Now, he will team up again with quarterback Justin Herbert. The veteran six-time Pro Bowler returns to a very different Chargers receiving group than the one he left after being traded to the Chicago Bears last season. Allen was originally drafted by the Chargers in 2013, selected 76th overall…

Thousands of tourists who chose Scandinavia this summer to escape the scorching heat in southern Europe were instead met with record-breaking temperatures. The trend of “coolcations,” where travelers visit cooler northern regions to avoid intense summer heat, led many to Sweden, Norway, and Finland. However, July brought some of the hottest days ever recorded in these countries, turning expected relief into a heatwave shock. In northern Sweden, the town of Haparanda saw temperatures of 25°C or higher for 14 days in a row. Jokkmokk experienced over 15 consecutive hot days, something not recorded in more than a century, according to…

Wolverhampton Wanderers are close to sealing a deal to sign 22-year-old right-back Marc Pubill from Spanish club Almeria. The transfer fee is expected to be about €15 million (£13 million), with additional performance-based bonuses included. This move comes as the Premier League side seeks a new full-back after Nelson Semedo’s contract expired at the end of June. Though Wolves had offered Semedo a new four-year contract before the season ended, his exit has not been formally announced. Marc Pubill had a strong 2023–24 season with Almeria. He played 40 matches across all competitions, scoring once and assisting five times. His…

More Europeans are changing how and when they travel. According to a new report from the European Travel Commission, many are skipping the busy summer months and heading out in the quieter shoulder season, especially in September. These travelers also prefer hidden gems over well-known tourist spots. The latest “Monitoring Sentiment for Intra-European Travel” report found that 77% of Europeans plan to travel between June and November 2025. Of those, 55% are looking to visit less popular destinations, a rise from 48% in spring 2025. The data shows a clear move away from crowded locations, with more people chasing peaceful…

The Milwaukee Brewers secured a thrilling 6-5 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, finishing a perfect 6-0 season record against the defending World Series champions. With the win, the Brewers extended their winning streak to 10 games, the team’s longest run since 2021. Abner Uribe sealed the game in dramatic fashion, retiring Mookie Betts with the bases loaded in the ninth. It marked Uribe’s sixth career save and his second of the year. Betts lined out to center field, ending the Dodgers’ hopes of a comeback. Los Angeles has now lost 10 of its last 12 games. Shohei…