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USA Today
3 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Where Oregon's 2027 class ranks nationally after addition of 5-star WR Kesean Bowman
While there is major focus on the 2026 recruiting class as we hurdle towards the start of the season and the looming signing day in December, Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks landed a massive win in the 2027 recruiting cycle earlier this week. On Thursday, it was announced that 5-star wide receiver Kesean Bowman announced his commitment to Oregon, choosing the Ducks over the likes of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Tennessee Volunteers, and LSU Tigers. Bowman stands at 6-foot-1, 175 pounds, and is rated as the No. 36 overall player in the 247Sports Composite, and the No. 6 wide receiver. With the addition of Bowman, Oregon's 2027 class jumped up to No. 7 in the nation. Bowman is the second commitment that the Ducks have in the 2027 cycle, but they saw 4-star EDGE Prince Tavizon reclassify from 2027 to 2026 earlier this summer. The addition of Bowman is another massive win for new wide receivers coach Ross Douglas, who is killing it on the recruiting trail. Earlier this summer, he landed 4-star WR Messiah Hampton and 4-star WR Jalen Lott, both of whom are among the top receivers in the 2026 class. Contact/Follow @Ducks_Wire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oregon Ducks news, notes, and opinions.
NBC News
3 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- NBC News
The best men's walking shoes for pavement, trails and everything in between
I walk about four to five miles on an average workday. While I love a stylish pair of loafers, I want my feet to feel comfortable and supported, so I almost always put on a pair of walking shoes. I'm not alone in my thinking, when I take a look around New York City many people are sporting some type of walking shoe. But what makes walking shoes more comfortable than other kinds of shoes? And can my running shoes pull double duty? I spoke with podiatrists to find out, and I got their top-picks for the best walking shoes for men. How I picked the best walking shoes for men I spoke with podiatrists to learn more about what to consider when shopping for the perfect pair of men's walking shoes. To select our top picks, I kept the following advice in mind: Size: Fit is the most important part of any pair of walking shoes, according to our experts. I also included each shoe's sizing and width options. Cushioning: The right amount of cushion depends on personal preference and comfort, according to our experts. However, they did note that more cushioning absorbs shock better. Our top picks range in cushion thickness and weight. Terrain: I included shoes with a variety of outsoles — the grippy material at the very bottom of the shoe (the part that makes contact with the ground). Some outsoles are better suited to indoor or outdoor terrain. Think about where you spent most of your time walking before adding a pair to your cart. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. The best men's walking shoes in 2025 Our recommendations come from a mix of expert and NBC Select staff picks, mostly from shoe brands like Brooks, New Balance, Hoka and On Running. Most of our picks are technically running shoes, but running shoes are generally a great choice for most types of walking, according to our experts. All of our recommendations come in different colors and patterns — browse each retailer to find your favorite style. Staff-pick NBC commerce editor Jordan Bowman is a fan of the On Cloud X series shoe. 'I had what you could best describe as a Cinderella moment when lacing up the X3s for the first time,' says Bowman. The series is comfortable, well-cushioned and stable, says Bowman. The shoe has a molded, firmer heel and a wide platform for your toes, as well as a star-shaped lace pattern at the top of the foot. The upper is made with mesh fabric, which Bowman finds breathable and cooling. The outsole has a mostly smooth but grippy tread, appropriate for paved surfaces. The Brooks Ghost Max are my go-to walking shoes. The brand sent me a pair of the second version in late 2025 to test, and I've been wearing them to work and around town ever since. They are one of the brand's most cushioned shoes, and it feels incredibly comfortable even after all-day strolls. The toebox is very spacious, with enough room for all my toes to rest comfortably, but not float around unsupported. The shoe has a slight rocker shape that helps propel you forward. The outsole is also made of textured, grippy rubber that feels stable on all sorts of flat terrain, in my experience. And with the Brooks Ghost Max 3 launching in August, you can find the Max 2 on sale while supplies last. Expert pick This walking shoe comes recommended by Dr. Miguel Cunha, a board certified foot surgeon and founder of Gotham Footcare. They are lightweight, comfortable and machine washable. Plus, they can easily be worn with or without socks, and feel cozy on hot and cold days, says Cunha. While I did not have the best time running in them (despite the name), they were perfectly comfortable for a few miles around town. The outsole is mostly smooth, with no deep tread to speak of, so these are best for paved surfaces or the treadmill. Budget pick These shoes are lightweight, breathable and durable, making them well-suited to all-day wear, says Cunha. The textured, grippy outsoles add traction and durability, and the shoe is offered in a good range of size and width options. Plus, they are the lowest-priced shoe on our list at around $75. If you're looking for a wide toe-box shoe, Cunha recommends the Hoka Clifton 10. The shoe has a spacious toe-box that accommodates most wide feet and bunions, says Cunha. I've walked and run many miles in the Clifton line — they have a wide, spacious and supportive footbed. The mesh upper is breathable, and the outsole has deeper lugs for added durability and traction in varied terrain. The shoe is also available in medium, wide and extra wide sizing. If you've got miles and miles ahead of you, Cunha recommends the latest Brooks Ghost shoes for extra durability, arch cushioning and shock absorption. I've worn various Ghost shoes over the past five years — they are comfortable, balanced and easy to walk in. The outsole is thick and grippy — I've never felt any uneven traction while wearing them. They also have four different width options. Grippy and durable NBC Select video producer Josh Rios, says he usually wears stylish shoes with little comfort, but that all changed when he tried the New Balance Fresh Foam. The New Balance Fresh Foam series are recommended in our guides to men's and women's running shoes, and this latest version comes in more sizes and width options than the v13s that Rios started with. The shoes have a breathable mesh upper and a lug pattern on the outsole for tackling uneven terrain. 'If I'm doing a ton of walking, I know these shoes will hold me down,' says Rios. 'These sandals are engineered with a meta-rocker sole similar to the bottom of a boat that allows your foot to smoothly roll from heel to toe minimizing shock on your foot, ankle, knees and back,' says Cunha. The slides are, naturally, very breathable, especially if you wear them without socks. They have a wide base and moderate stability and support, according to the brand. Unlike our other recommendations, they are best for recovery and casual use, not miles of walking around town. How to shop for men's walking shoes Walking shoes have more flexible soles that allow for the natural motion of walking, says Cunha. While many of our recommendations are running shoes, they are also a good choice for walking, according to our experts. Running shoes have slightly stiffer soles, and prioritize stability and shock absorption to better support high-impact activities, says Cunha. Regardless of the type of walking shoes you consider, our experts say to keep the following in mind: Consider where you'll be walking If you will mostly be walking outside, look for shoes with a more durable outside and tread patterns, says Cunha. If you plan to walk mostly on a treadmill, look for lightweight shoes with adequate cushioning — treadmills are softer and more uniform than outdoor terrain, says Cunha. Try them on in-person for the best fit Our experts recommend trying on shoes in-person, or even better, get fitted at a store that specializes in running or athletic shoes. Shoe stores usually have specialty tools and an informed staff that can help you identify and consider things like your foot shape, arch type and gait. Some stores can even perform a treadmill analysis of your walk. Cunha recommends shopping in-person later in the day when your feet are a little swollen. 'If your walking shoes are comfortable at the end of the day when your feet are tired and swollen, they most likely will feel good throughout the day,' he says. Meet our experts At NBC Select, we work with experts who have specialized knowledge and authority based on relevant training and/or experience. We also take steps to ensure all expert advice and recommendations are made independently and without undisclosed financial conflicts of interest. Why trust NBC Select? I am a reporter at NBC Select who covers technology and fitness including recent stories on fitness trackers, wireless earbuds and cameras. For this piece, I spoke with medical professionals to better understand walking and walking shoes. I also try new walking and running shoes regularly, incorporating them into my fitness routine.
Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Wild rice grows again in Cootes Paradise — with a little help
Wild rice is making a comeback in Cootes Paradise. In a remarkable rebound, native aquatic plants have returned in abundance this summer , including the important wetland species. Aquatic ecologist Jennifer Bowman is part of the Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) team helping the marshland restoration, boosting the wild rice with greenhouse-grown plants. Jennifer Bowman, aquatic conservation programs senior ecologist at the Royal Botanical Gardens, plants southern wild rice in Cootes Paradise. Southern wild rice (Zizania aquatica) was once a dominant wetland plant, important culturally and economically for Indigenous people in the marshlands of what is now southern Ontario, says the RBG aquatic conservation programs ecologist. But the species was lost in Cootes in the 1970s or 80s, Bowman adds, while the marsh was in a 'degraded' state. Southern wild rice plants among the lily pads in the west Hamilton marsh. During the restoration period, Bowman said, the marsh was full of invasive carp and wide open (producing 'lots of waves') — conditions 'not helpful for the rice getting established.' With a swell of growth, wetland conservationists are working to help the sensitive plant — as well as other native species — reach sustainable populations. Wild rice is planted among lilies and other aquatic vegetation flourishing in Cootes Paradise. 'Some areas (of Cootes) are producing seed,' Bowman says. Planting seedlings from the RBG nursery helps supplement the population, she adds, 'so we can have a population that will seed itself.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Fed officials, banking experts discuss regulatory rewrite effort at conference
By Pete Schroeder WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve continued work on its comprehensive effort to rewrite bank rules with a daylong conference at its headquarters on Tuesday. At the conference in Washington, regulatory officials, bankers, industry lawyers and other experts discussed a range of tougher bank rules put in place after the 2008 financial crisis, and ways to refine them. The outcome could save large banks billions of dollars in capital costs, which they argue would free them to engage in more lending and other activities, but skeptics warn could make banks less resilient in future shocks. "We need to ensure that all the different pieces of the capital framework work together effectively. Doing so will help maintain a safe, sound, and efficient banking system, for the benefit of the people we serve," Fed Chair Jerome Powell said in introductory remarks. The event was pushed by Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman, who stepped into the U.S. central bank's top regulatory post in June after being nominated for the role by President Donald Trump. Bowman, a member of the Fed's Board of Governors since 2018, has charted an ambitious agenda to reconsider a raft of longstanding bank requirements. The conference tackled nearly every major bank capital requirement imposed by the Fed and other U.S. bank regulators following the crisis 17 years ago, including leverage requirements, additional surcharges imposed on large global banks, and annual "stress tests" of large bank finances. Banks have increasingly complained over the years that the rules have become unnecessarily onerous and outdated, which has helped push financial activity out of the traditional banking sector into less heavily regulated non-banks. "It's really about striking that balance between economic growth and safety and soundness," said Sheara Fredman, chief accounting officer at Goldman Sachs. Many of those rules are being rewritten by regulators, or officials have discussed potential changes. The industry garnered a major victory last year when it effectively sidelined an effort to overhaul how banks gauge their risk known as the "Basel III endgame," which would have drastically raised large banks' capital requirements. Banks intensely lobbied against the initiative, which was pushed by Bowman's predecessor, Fed Governor Michael Barr. On Tuesday, much of the conversation was aimed at how remaining rules could be changed to ease bank burdens, including by advancing a new version of the Basel framework that minimizes the capital impact of new risk measurements. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Wall Street Readies Fresh Push Against Tighter US Capital Rules
(Bloomberg) -- Wall Street lenders and their lobbyists are descending on the Federal Reserve's first-of-its kind banking conference Tuesday with a broad ask of the new vice chair for supervision: steer clear of stricter capital requirements. Why the Federal Reserve's Building Renovation Costs $2.5 Billion Salt Lake City Turns Winter Olympic Bid Into Statewide Bond Boom Milan Corruption Probe Casts Shadow Over Property Boom How San Jose's Mayor Is Working to Build an AI Capital Senior officials from JPMorgan Chase & Co., Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Morgan Stanley are expected to use the event to detail a host of rule changes they'd like to see from regulators. Hot-button issues include the landmark risk-based plan known as Basel III endgame, the stress-testing framework and the capital surcharge for big banks. The conference is the brainchild of the Fed's new top bank cop, Michelle Bowman, who was confirmed last month after being lauded by banks for her drive to curtail rules and tailor supervision. It will effectively kick off her promise to reverse what she sees as a flawed approach to capital rules. Regulators have already been looking to dial back some requirements, unveiling a proposal in June to ease a key rule known as the enhanced supplementary leverage ratio. The Fed is also in the process of overhauling its stress tests, which gauge how large banks would fare during a hypothetical recession. Bowman is expected to help craft a new proposal tied to the so-called Basel III endgame. She was a sharp critic of the plan as originally drafted, which would have increased the biggest banks' capital requirements by 19% to buffer against losses and a financial crisis. The Fed later walked back that proposal. Questions remain about whether final rule outcomes will resemble more of a capital-neutral standard, which some say would ease US requirements and put them more in line with international regulations, or go beyond that to significantly reduce the capital threshold for the largest banks. Fed Chair Jerome Powell has said that the current level of capital in the banking system for large lenders remains 'about right.' Supporters of tougher requirements, including Biden-era regulators, say the benefits of stricter capital requirements would outweigh their costs, by ensuring banks' solvency even in the worst foreseeable circumstances. Industry groups have frequently criticized the rules though, saying they raise the costs of lending and put US banks on weaker footing against international rivals. Noting the need for a more transparent approach to reforms, Bowman — who President Donald Trump nominated — has billed the forum as a way to spark 'expert discussions on whether capital requirements are operating as intended.' It includes panels with bank officials, attorneys and academics in addition to a conversation with OpenAI chief Sam Altman. Ian Katz, a bank analyst and managing director at Capital Alpha Partners in Washington, touts the event as crucial in helping the Fed think through some specific details, including how all the measures work together. 'I think we end up with rules closer to capital neutral,' said Katz, adding that the voices in the room play a key role in shaping overall outcomes. Andrew Olmem, the Washington—based managing partner at law firm Mayer Brown, said the conference shows how Bowman will make an effort to build consensus with industry, other financial regulators and the public about the future of capital standards before new rules are adopted, especially given the complexity and interconnectedness of such reform. But some critics dismiss the event as merely window dressing as the administration pursues the deregulation agenda Trump campaigned on last year. Graham Steele, a Fed alumnus who served as a Biden-era Treasury official, described the conference as a Fed listening session with mostly bankers and other detractors of regulation that will result in weaker rules for Wall Street. 'They'll try to couch deregulation in neutral-sounding language about 'tailoring' or 'efficiency,' but those are just buzzwords for lower capital and leverage requirements, less stringent stress testing, and weaker supervision and enforcement,' Steele said. Elon Musk's Empire Is Creaking Under the Strain of Elon Musk A Rebel Army Is Building a Rare-Earth Empire on China's Border Thailand's Changing Cannabis Rules Leave Farmers in a Tough Spot How Starbucks' CEO Plans to Tame the Rush-Hour Free-for-All What the Tough Job Market for New College Grads Says About the Economy ©2025 Bloomberg L.P.
