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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

The End of Venu Sports: What Happened?

Venu Sports, a highly anticipated streaming service, has come to a sudden halt. This morning, Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery announced they are ending their joint venture before the service even launches. The initial plan was to combine multiple sports channels under one platform for $43 a

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Jan 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Sports in Surprising Settings: A Photographer's Adventure

Ever wondered what skiers would look like on sand dunes? Or how about tennis players on Utah's salt flats? Four pro photographers, Dani KM, Anouk Flesch, Little Shao, and Ray Demski, partnered with Nikon Europe to answer these questions. They used the new Nikon Z6 III camera to shoot athletes in unu

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Jan 11 2025SPORTS

High School Sports Scores: Thursday's Big Wins

Thursday was a big day for high school sports in the area. The boys' hockey teams had some close games. Sauk Rapids-Rice squeaked by River Lakes 5-4, and St. Cloud Crush won a high-scoring game against Fergus Falls, 8-7. Hermantown, ranked #2 in the state, had a dominant win over Cathedral, 6-0. In

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Jan 11 2025BUSINESS

Betting Big: How a Winning Football Season Affects Sportsbooks

It's been a rough stretch for sports betting companies during the recent National Football League (NFL) season. Both FanDuel and DraftKings, two major players in the sports betting industry, have been hit hard by the unexpected outcomes on the field. FanDuel, operated by Flutter Entertainment, has t

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Jan 10 2025SPORTS

New Indoor Golf League Hits Big with Viewers

Last Tuesday saw the launch of an exciting new indoor golf league spearheaded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, and it was a hit on ESPN! The debut on Tuesday night of the league, known as TGL, attracted around 919, 000 viewers, with a peak of 1. 1 million viewers during a particular segment. This is

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Jan 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Why Grace O'Malley's Salary at Barstool Sports Wasn't Enough

Grace O'Malley, the former Barstool Sports employee, revealed that she made $250, 000 a year while working at the company. This came to light after her interview with Theo Von on the "This Past Weekend" podcast. O'Malley mentioned that her salary was "decent" but not close to half a million, as Von

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Jan 09 2025SPORTS

Norby Williamson's New Chapter: From ESPN's Mailroom to Main Street Sports

After a legendary run of nearly 40 years at ESPN, Norby Williamson has taken on a new challenge. He's now part of the Main Street Sports Group, ready to oversee production for the FanDuel Sports Network. This move comes after a stint at ESPN that started in the mailroom and rose to the top executive

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Jan 09 2025SPORTS

JuJu Watkins: Enjoying College Life While Eyeing WNBA's Future

JuJu Watkins, a star player at USC, recently sparked a conversation about the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and its eligibility rules. While she enjoys lucrative deals with big-name brands like Nike and Gatorade, valued at $576, 000, she doesn't see the need to rush into the WNBA ju

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Jan 09 2025SPORTS

Top African Strikers in EA Sports FC 25: A Closer Look

EA Sports FC 25 has rated some top African strikers, showcasing the continent's rich talent. Victor Osimhen leads the pack with an impressive 87 rating, even after a tough transfer period. Joining him are stars like Asisat Oshoala, Sadio Mane, and Racheal Kundananji, who have made their mark globall

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Jan 09 2025SPORTS

Simone Biles' Big Win: A Family Affair

Simone Biles, the gymnastics GOAT, has done it again! She's been named Sports Illustrated's ‘Sportsperson of the Year’. This isn't just a big deal for her, but for her whole family and friends too. On January 7, her loved ones, including her husband Jonathan Owens and her mom, gathered to celebrate

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