Raphinha Transfer: Barcelona Announces Agreement for Leeds Star

Raphinha Transfer: Barcelona Announces Agreement for Leeds Star

Barcelona has announced that an “agreement in principle” is in place with Leeds United for Raphinha.  The move, which is still subject to a medical, is reportedly worth €58 million ($58.2 million) and could eventually rise to €65 million, according to the BBC.  The 25-year-old winger recorded 17 goals and 12 assists in 65 Premier League games … Read more

Why Some Retirees Have a Maximum Social Security Benefit That’s $1,830 Lower Than Others | Smart Change: Personal Finance

Why Some Retirees Have a Maximum Social Security Benefit That's $1,830 Lower Than Others | Smart Change: Personal Finance

(Christy Bieber) Each year, Social Security has a maximum benefit it pays out to workers who are receiving retirement income. But this max benefit is not the same for all retirees. In 2022, those who claim benefits at age 62 have a maximum benefit of just $2,364, while those who claim benefits at age 70 … Read more

Djokovic, Kyrgios Make Dinner Bet Ahead of Wimbledon Final

Djokovic, Kyrgios Make Dinner Bet Ahead of Wimbledon Final

Before the men’s singles Wimbledon final on Sunday, the two competitors—Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios—participated in some playful banter on Saturday via their Instagram stories. It sounds like there’s a lot more on the line then just the gentlemen’s singles trophy and prize money on Sunday. What started with the Australian reposting a photo detailing … Read more

Damian Lillard, Trail Blazers Agree To Massive Two-Year Contract Extension, per Reports

Damian Lillard, Trail Blazers Agree To Massive Two-Year Contract Extension, per Reports

Trailblazers star Damian Lillard has agreed to a two-year contract extension to stay in Portland, according to multiple reports.  Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports first reported the news of Portland closing in on finalizing an extension with the six-time All-Star worth close to $122 million.  ESPN’s Bobby Marks confirmed Lillard has signed the deal on the … Read more

Panthers Legend Steve Smith Sr. Reacts to Baker Mayfield Trade

Panthers Legend Steve Smith Sr. Reacts to Baker Mayfield Trade

The Panthers acquired former Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield on Wednesday, adding competition to the QB room and, potentially, their starter for the season. Whenever Carolina makes a move, Panthers legend Steve Smith always makes sure to voice his opinion, and he did just that on Twitter Wednesday afternoon. “We have Baker Mayfield, whatever the compensation is it doesn’t matter.” … Read more

Demaryius Thomas Diagnosed With Stage 2 CTE in Posthumous Brain Examination

Demaryius Thomas Diagnosed With Stage 2 CTE in Posthumous Brain Examination

Boston University researchers revealed Tuesday former All-Pro wide receiver Demaryius Thomas had the degenerative brain disease known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) late in his life, according to The New York Times. Thomas was found dead in his home in Roswell, Ga., on Dec. 9, 2021, at age 33. At the time, the receiver’s family believed his death … Read more

Joey Chestnut Takes Down Protestor During Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest (Video)

Joey Chestnut Takes Down Protestor During Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest (Video)

Joey Chestnut overcame a crowded field and an injured right leg on Monday en route to his 15th career win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. He also took down an unexpected obstacle mid-contest in the form of a stage-crashing protestor. Shortly after downing his 17th dog, protestors stormed the platform … Read more