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The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
Dana White told to strip Jon Jones of UFC title after his controversial comments as Tom Aspinall left in limbo
DANA WHITE has been urged by UFC fans to bite the bullet and STRIP Jon Jones of his heavyweight title. A massive unification fight between Jones and his interim counterpart Tom Aspinall has been on the cards since last November but has still not come to fruition. 5 5 5 That's despite the UFC brass' willingness to break their pay structure and meet Jones' demands to be paid " F**K YOU MONEY" for the bout. Former pound-for-pound king Jones has infuriated MMA fans over the last few weeks with his umming and ahhing over the prospect of retirement. And he left fight fans on tenterhooks again this week during a rare sit-down interview. During an interview on Deepcut with VicBlends, he said: "I don't know what life holds as far as fighting and competing. "I do feel like I'll be a lifelong martial artist whether I'm coaching others or taking exhibition matches and things like that. "There's a lot of great competition still in the UFC. I do view myself as more than a fighter. "Being in my position, I feel like I have a lot more options than a lot of the other fighters as far as the ability to leave and return. "And so right now I'm just focusing on love, happiness, kindness. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 5 "We're at the quarter-century mark, and this year should be a really special year." Jones' comments immediately drew the ire of UFC fans around the world, who took to social media to vent their frustrations. Jon Jones Blasts UFC Rival Tom Aspinall In X-Rated Rant One said: "Strip him already, make [Ciryl] Gane vs Aspinall in the UK. "We've had enough of this. Enjoy your retirement [and] if you want to come back, you'll have to fight Aspinall anyway." Another said: "He took 3 years off to 'prepare for Heavyweight'. How much time does he need? STRIP HIM!" And another said: "Strip him of the belt and let him come back and fight for it when he's ready." One remarked: "If he doesn't know, then I'd say he's done. Shame Dana can't compute that." Another chimed in: "UFC is a total joke for not stripping him and giving Aspinall another fight to defend his title. "If Jones [has] quit and let the UFC know about it, then the UFC has to move on. "If Jones wants to fight and is just delaying, the UFC needs to give him a date and tell him to f**k off if he says no. "This entire situation is causing irreparable damage to the UFC brand because people are getting turned off by the constant lies." Jones has been accused of ducking Wigan warrior Aspinall since his maiden defence of the heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 last November. Fans' patience with the Hall of Famer has worn extremely thin, although he insists he's not leading them on. He recently wrote on X: "Y'all barkin' up the wrong tree. I told the UFC my plans a long time ago. "I have no clue why they haven't shared them with you guys yet." Jones' insistence that White and Co. know his plans came just DAYS after the UFC bigwig GUARANTEED he'd return to the octagon this year. He told Adam Glyn: "Jon Jones will be fighting in 2025. 100 per cent." 5
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Anheuser-Busch's ‘Game-Changing' New Energy Drink Has Officially Arrived
Anheuser-Busch has a new energy on the market. Earlier this year, the iconic beverage company partnered with another Missouri-based brand, 1st Phorm, and Dana White. Now, six months into their agreement, the teams are ready to debut a "game-changing new energy drink," aptly named Phorm Energy. Phorm Energy was born in part from a "vision to take The Lou's best-kept secret and transform it into a national powerhouse in the energy drink category," according to a May 28 press release, which also explained the drinks feature only natural flavors and caffeine from green tea, which is blended with electrolytes for hydration and ingredients aimed at supporting mental focus. Related: New Alani Nu Energy Drink Flavor Declared 'the Best' by Fans Phorm Energy is debuting in four varieties–Blue Blitz, Orange Fury, Screamin' Freedom and Grape Smash–all available in 16-ounce cans. Its Screamin' Freedom is described as a "full of flavor" release with notes of blueberry, cherry and citrus. Blue Blitz is said to be a combination of blue raspberry and cotton candy, while Orange Fury mixes orange soda with candied orange flavors for "just the right tanginess." Finally, its Grape Smash is "grape candy and grape soda all in one." Related:PepsiCo Confirms Limited-Edition Releases to Come From 'Powerhouse' New Partnership "With the launch of Phorm Energy, we're bringing together two American companies based in St. Louis and Dana White – all united by a powerful commitment to brand-building, quality, innovation and meeting the evolving needs of consumers," Anheuser-Busch CEO Brendan Whitworth said in a statement. "This partnership is strengthened by our complementary capabilities and expertise, but it's also driven by the amazing people and cultures that make our companies special," Whitworth continued, "I couldn't be more excited to take on the energy category with this partnership and product, and alongside our world-class distribution network and team, I can't wait to bring Phorm Energy to consumers across the country." Phorm Energy is currently available online (must be 18+ to purchase) and will be heading to retailers nationwide in the coming weeks. Next: Major Supermarket Chain's Drivers Vote 'Overwhelmingly' to Authorize Strike Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
The Independent
2 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Petition to strip UFC champion of title reaches 140k signatures
Jon Jones, the regular UFC heavyweight champion, is facing increasing pressure to fight interim titleholder Tom Aspinall. A petition calling for Jones to be stripped of his undisputed title has reached almost 140,000 signatures. Aspinall has expressed frustration over the delay and uncertainty surrounding a potential fight with Jones, saying it is impacting him mentally as he awaits a decision. UFC chief executive Dana White is under pressure to make a definitive decision regarding Jones's heavyweight title, but negotiations are dragging on. The UFC has announced main events through September without a Jones-Aspinall fight on the cards.
The Independent
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
UFC faces increased pressure to strip Jon Jones of heavyweight title after petition skyrockets
The UFC continues to face mounting pressure from fans to strip Jon Jones of his heavyweight title after a petition surged to almost 140,000 signatures. The Change petition has called for the legendary American to be removed as undisputed heavyweight king in the UFC, with Tom Aspinall patiently waiting for his opportunity as interim champion. The Briton has not fought since beating Curtis Blaydes by knockout last July and has grown tired of waiting for Jones to make a decision on his future, with conflicting comments suggesting the 37-year-old could opt to retire. With just over 138,000 signature at the time of writing, Dana White continues to face calls to make a definitive decision on Jones' future, with negotiations continuing to drag. The petition claims Jones has 'refused' to fight Aspinall, and that the 32-year-old is poised and ready to fight the American. 'We as fans must let Dana White know: It is time to strip Jon Jones of the heavyweight title. He clearly has no intentions of fighting anytime soon,' the petition concluded. The latest comments in a war of words between both sides has seen Jones fire back at his rival, ordering him to 'shut up and do what you're told'. In one of the most controversial UFC sagas in recent memory, Jones and Aspinall continue to hold a heavyweight title each, without having a unification bout booked. Jones, a former two-time light-heavyweight champion, won the vacant heavyweight belt in March 2023, but a planned defence against divisional great Stipe Miocic collapsed later that year when Jones suffered an injury. Aspinall and Sergei Pavlovich stepped up, with the Briton knocking out the Russian to win the interim title, while Jones's clash with Miocic was delayed by 12 months. Last November, Jones stopped his fellow American to retain the regular belt, seemingly setting up a fight with Aspinall, who retained the interim strap last July. However, Jones has continued to play coy over the prospect of that contest coming to fruition. As such, Aspinall opened up on the mental toll of the saga this week, telling UFC legend Demetrious Johnson: 'I've been almost a year inactive with no prospects of anything apart from 'wait'. So, now it's actually a bit more of a tricky time for me mentally than it was [when I was out for 12 months with an injury, from 2023 until 2024]. 'Now, it's just like: 'Just be ready and we'll just let you know.' It's kind of difficult mentally, but this is the fight against Jon Jones. The fight is another thing, this is the tricky bit where I really have to stay switched on, stay motivated, and I'm trying my best. It's tough sometimes.' Verdict MMA shared the 32-year-old's quotes on Instagram, and 37-year-old Jones commented, 'Shut your mouth and do as you're told,' along with a laughing emoji. The comment comes during a week in which Jones has been as vague as ever over the chances of him fighting Aspinall. In one video, he said, 'I'm done,' though he tweeted on the same day: 'I don't know if I wanna call it retired, I feel like I'll always have an ability to pop out and show em. I've had many breaks throughout my career, my identity outside of fighting is well intact. I'm genuinely enjoying life, I'm growing in different ways.' And earlier in the week, he tweeted: 'Yall barkin up the wrong tree. I told the Ufc my plans a long time ago. I have no clue why they haven't shared them with you guys yet. 'Lol do I come across as the type of person who cares about things like [being stripped of the title]? [...] This, this attitude, right here is making me a very wealthy man. This desperation [from fans] is incredibly lucrative, so thank you. Keep it coming.' With the UFC , Jones vs Aspinall is unlikely to happen before October. UFC president Dana White did vow this month that he would soon announce the bout, but fans continue to await such an announcement.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
App store age verification, THC's impact, new energy drink: Catch up on the day's stories
👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Awe is an 'emotional superfood' that calms the mind, sparks curiosity and creates connection. A child development specialist explains how the emotion benefits teens and how parents can foster it. Here's what else you might have missed during your busy day: 1️⃣ Safety first: Texas is the latest state to pass a law requiring Google and Apple to verify app store users' ages. It's part of a broader push to better protect kids online, but critics say the verification rules could pose privacy risks and be difficult to enforce. 2️⃣ Sweaty months ahead: In the summertime, Athens is Europe's hottest destination — in terms of temperature and popularity. The city is expected to host a record 10 million visitors this year, which could strain efforts to protect unprepared tourists from the heat and to support locals facing inflation and infrastructure pressure. 3️⃣ Blunt facts: Using THC-laced edibles and smoking marijuana are both linked to early signs of cardiovascular disease, a new study found. A senior author says it's the first to look at the impact the drug has on vascular function in humans. 4️⃣ Fighting back: US and European authorities just announced major progress in countering cybercrime. The US Justice Department seized the computer system hackers allegedly used to access Lumma, a software tool they are accused of applying to attack airlines, universities, banks, hospitals and state governments. 5️⃣ Something's brewing: Beer sales have been declining for the past several years, so what does Anheuser-Busch do? Hop into the energy drink market by teaming up with controversial UFC boss Dana White. 🐝 Buzzworthy: Starting today, 243 students will compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee under new rules for the lightning-round tiebreaker. CNN spoke with Faizan Zaki, who came in second place last year after time ran out during the round. • Trump was just asked about the 'TACO trade' for the first time. He called it the 'nastiest question'• Trump says he'll give it two weeks to determine if Putin is serious about Ukraine peace• Nick Kroll 'produced' John Mulaney's intervention because he was 'deeply scared' Mulaney was going to die 📱 That's how much a financial expert predicts an iPhone could cost if it were manufactured in the US due to tariffs. 🧸 Doll brawl: Distributor Pop Mart has halted sales of Labubus — a palm-sized plush toy with sharp teeth — in all its UK stores after reports of long lines, crowd surges and fights. ⚽ 17-year-old superstar: After having a historic 2024 season, Lamine Yamal signed a contract extension with FC Barcelona until the end of the 2030–31 season. According to Spanish media, the teenager is set to become one of the club's highest earners. 💸 A Texas woman is suing the state for not awarding her $83.5 million that she won from a lottery ticket. Why hasn't she been paid? A. She is a convicted felonB. She has unpaid speeding ticketsC. She bought the ticket on an appD. She moved out of state⬇️ Scroll down for the answer. 🫶 Touch over tech: Technology is impacting the interactions between patients and doctors, but to Abraham Verghese — Harvard's commencement speaker this week — the most important innovation in medicine is 'the power of the human hand to touch, to comfort, to diagnose, and to bring about treatment.' 👋 We'll see you tomorrow. 🧠 Quiz answer: C. The woman bought the ticket on the app Jackpocket, a lottery courier service, in February but Texas banned the service this month.📧 Check out all of CNN's newsletters. 5 Things PM is produced by CNN's Chris Good, Meghan Pryce, Kimberly Richardson and Daniel Wine.
