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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Superstar Omos Reveals Medical Condition That Nearly Killed Him
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE star Omos, renowned for his towering 7'3" presence, recently shared the story of a life-altering medical condition that was discovered by chance during his college years. He credits the diagnosis with saving his life. In a revealing interview on Insight With Chris Van Vliet, Omos detailed his journey from assuming his rapid growth was normal to facing a critical health crisis. Omos explained his incredible size was never just simple genetics. He recalled being six feet tall by age 11 and shooting up to 6'7" by 13, which he initially thought was just a significant growth spurt. It wasn't until he was playing college basketball in the United States that a doctor's keen observation led to an urgent intervention. Omos recounted the doctor, Dr. Vesely, contacting the university president: "He goes, 'Hey, my name is Dr. Vesely. I saw one of your players, Jordan Omogbehin. By the size of his hands, the size of his jaw, and facial features, I think he might have acromegaly. You need to check him as soon as possible.'" More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Though Omos initially thought it might be a joke, the warning proved gravely serious. An MRI revealed devastating news. "They pull out the MRI and say, 'You have a pituitary tumor. If you don't take it out, either you're going to go blind, or you're going to have a heart attack.' INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 02: (L-R) Brock Lesnar wrestles Omos during WrestleMania Goes Hollywood at SoFi Stadium on April 02, 2023 in Inglewood, California. INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 02: (L-R) Brock Lesnar wrestles Omos during WrestleMania Goes Hollywood at SoFi Stadium on April 02, 2023 in Inglewood, my body was producing so much growth hormone, it was enlarging my heart. They said, 'We need to get this fixed now,'" Omos shared. He learned he had an unprecedented combination of rare conditions. "It's kind of similar to what Andre the Giant had. It's called acromegaly. Big Show has it as well," Omos explained. "But mine is kind of unique because I have acromegaly, I also have gigantism, and I have partial Cushing's disease. It was the first time in endocrine history that a patient had all three." His case was so unique it was documented in a medical journal. Even today, Omos requires ongoing medical management. "I have to be on meds to stop me from growing, because I still grow. I don't grow this way anymore [taller], but I still grow sideways... So I take medication to stop my body from using the growth hormones so I don't get any bigger." Despite these lifelong challenges, he reports feeling well. "I'm pain-free. I feel great," Omos stated, before underscoring the gravity of the early diagnosis: "But if the doctor hadn't caught it when he did—I would've been dead." He gives full credit to the observant physician: "Shout out to Dr. Vesely. He pretty much saved my life." More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Amazing Race Canada' Maker Insight Productions Promotes Trio To Co-Chief Content Officer Roles
EXCLUSIVE: Canada's Insight Productions has promoted a trio of execs to Co-Chief Content Officer. Erin Brock, Lindsay Cox and Mark Lysakowski have all assumed the role, effective immediately, with the three overseeing the Amazing Race Canada and Big Brother Canada producer's output. Alongside CEO and Chairman John Brunton, they will also steer strategic planning and expansion plans. All three continue to report to Brunton. More from Deadline 'Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent' Producer Cameron Pictures Hires Karen Tsang From Pier 21 From Wrexham To The Rink: Edmonton Oilers Docuseries 'The Great Ones' Coming From Ryan Reynolds' Maximum Effort David Bezmozgis Sets Principal Photography For Film Adaptation Of Crimea-Set Novel 'The Betrayers' - Cannes Market Between them, the trio oversee the likes of Big Brother, now in its 12th season; The Amazing Race (11 seasons of Canada's highest-rated Canadian series of all time); Canadian Idol; Canada's Ultimate Challenge; The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration; The JUNO Awards; Battle of the Blades; Stronger Together and Tous Ensemble. In further news, Alison Popowich, who assists with corporate strategy and planning, has been named Director of Corporate Affairs. 'With heartfelt thanks to the best, most dedicated team in the business, these promotions position Insight to do our best work domestically as we continue to expand our international development and production slates, and our business around the world,' said Brunton. Insight recently announced casting is underway for Paramount+ series Canada Shore (working title), the local version of MTV's Jersey Shore. Brock is serving as showrunner. Today's news also follow Brunton and Michel St-Cyr, executive producer and founding shareholder of Groupe Fair-Play, partnering their companies to develop and produce projects in both official Canadian languages across multiple genres including formats, variety, live specials, competition reality, and social experiment, potentially shooting English and French versions concurrently. The partnership, initiated and overseen by Brunton and Cox, sees the two companies developing original content to expand their footholds domestically and internationally. Best of Deadline 'The Morning Show' Season 4: Everything We Know So Far 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery
The Drive
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The Drive
Want Better MPG Out of a Honda Insight? Install a Tiny Kubota Turbodiesel
The latest car news, reviews, and features. From cylinder deactivation to active grille shutters, carmakers go to significant lengths to increase fuel economy. What if the answer is simple? YouTuber Robot Cantina dropped a tiny diesel engine in a first-generation Honda Insight and hit the road to measure gas mileage. While the Insight was one of the most efficient cars you could buy new in the 2000s, diesel-swapping yields even better fuel economy. Stock, the original Insight is powered by a gasoline-electric hybrid drivetrain built around a 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine. It develops 73 horsepower and 79 lb-ft of torque, which isn't much on paper, but keep in mind that the little hatchback tips the scale at about 2,000 pounds. Fuel economy was impressive when new, checking in at 53 mpg combined (48/59 mpg city/highway), according to the EPA. But, the Insight that Robot Cantina is playing around with isn't stock, and hasn't been for quite some time. After running a single-cylinder, 212cc Predator engine, it's now fitted with a three-cylinder, 719cc Kubota diesel rated at 20 hp when left stock. That's the same engine you'd find in a small yard tractor, among other applications. The triple is fitted with a turbo and linked to a Saturn-sourced five-speed manual. Robot Cantina measured fuel economy by draining the fuel tank, weighing the amount of diesel in it, pouring it all back in, taking the car out for a drive, draining the tank again, and weighing what's left. At the beginning of the test, the Insight was carrying about 12.8 kilos (around 28.2 pounds) of diesel. At the end of the test, it had burned through roughly 2.8 kilos (approximately 6.1 pounds) of diesel. Convert pounds to gallons, factor in the distance driven, and we can easily figure out the effect that diesel-swapping an Insight has on fuel mileage. The Insight returned precisely 70.1 mpg, which is well above the official EPA numbers and much better than most new cars. For context, Robot Cantina performed the same test with a stock Insight and logged 62.7 mpg. However, he notes that the fuel economy crown belongs to an earlier Insight-based build that was powered by a supercharged diesel engine. That drivetrain returned 78.6 mpg, which is more than a little unexpected. The turbocharger uses exhaust gases, which is waste energy, to generate boost. In contrast, the engine spins the belt that generates a supercharger's boost, so you'd think that the blower's additional power would come at the expense of gas mileage. Robot Cantina isn't done tinkering with his Insight. Next, he wants to try out a turbo from a Volkswagen Lupo, a turbo from a Smart ForTwo, or both. In the meantime, he's proven what many Europeans figured out decades ago: Small diesel engines return stellar fuel economy. Got tips? Send 'em to tips@
TECHx
5 days ago
- Business
- TECHx
Microsoft Azure Powers UAE Sovereign Cloud Initiative
Home » Tech Value Chain » Global Brands » Microsoft Azure Powers UAE Sovereign Cloud Initiative Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services, have announced the release of a new whitepaper. The report is titled 'Balancing Innovation and Compliance in the AI Era: Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud Leveraging Microsoft Azure.' It explores how sovereign public cloud solutions can shape the UAE's digital future. The whitepaper reveals strategic insights and best practices for technology leaders. It also emphasizes how sovereign public clouds balance innovation with regulatory compliance. Sovereign cloud solutions are essential for data sovereignty. These systems ensure data is stored and managed within national borders. This is critical for protecting sensitive information like personal data, intellectual property, and financial records. Moreover, they enhance privacy through strict access controls and encryption. These clouds help organizations meet regulatory demands and provide operational control. They also support national digital strategies by: Strengthening local infrastructure and reducing foreign reliance Offering scalable and cost-efficient public cloud benefits The whitepaper highlights that modern sovereign clouds remove the trade-off between innovation and regulation. Several real-world UAE use cases are included: AI-powered fraud detection in financial services Predictive diagnostics in healthcare Government citizen data protection Real-time analytics in energy The report also discusses the UAE's major investments in AI and cloud computing. One example is Abu Dhabi's goal to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. It further notes that global sovereign cloud spending is expected to nearly double—from $133 billion in 2024 to $259 billion in 2027. Sherif Tawfik, Chief Partnership Officer – AI & Cloud for Sovereignty at Microsoft, reaffirmed the company's support for the UAE's digital ambitions. He said Microsoft Azure is delivering secure, compliant, and innovative cloud infrastructure tailored for regulated industries in the region. Adrian Hobbs, Chief Technology Officer at Core42, emphasized that their Insight platform ensures full sovereign control. He said the collaboration allows businesses to innovate securely and meet all compliance needs. Recently, the Abu Dhabi Government announced a landmark agreement with Microsoft and Core42. The multi-year project will establish a sovereign cloud system for processing over 11 million daily digital interactions. This initiative will connect government entities, citizens, residents, and businesses. The collaboration highlights a shared commitment to drive innovation while ensuring compliance with UAE regulations. The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, stands as a model for secure, compliant, and transformative digital infrastructure in the AI era.
Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Insight Enterprises Purchases Approximately $80 Million Of Its Common Stock From ValueAct Capital
CHANDLER, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Insight Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: NSIT) (Insight) today announced that it has entered into a stock repurchase agreement with ValueAct Capital Master Fund, L.P. (ValueAct Capital) to buy 600,000 shares of its common stock at a price of approximately $126.86 per share, with a value totaling approximately $76 million. Insight's purchase of the shares was made as part of its existing $300 million stock repurchase program. 'Today's announcement reinforces our goal to optimize our capital structure and our business, while also creating substantial value for our shareholders.' stated Joyce Mullen, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer. 'This also represents another step in our continuing relationship with ValueAct Capital that began in 2021.' 'This transaction is a testament to our continued close engagement with the Insight team' said Alex Baum, partner at ValueAct Capital. 'The sale of our shares back to the company enables ValueAct Capital to both help accelerate the capital return to shareholders and proportionally size our ownership stake for our revised role as an advisor to Insight during its transformation into the leading AI Solutions Integrator.' This news release is not an offer to sell nor a solicitation of any offer to buy any securities in any state or jurisdiction nor shall there be any sale of Insight's securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any jurisdiction. Insight's securities may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration under or any exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Any public offering of Insight's securities to be made in the United States will be made only by means of a registration statement that is filed with and declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission. About Insight Insight Enterprises is a leading Solutions Integrator that helps clients solve technology challenges by combining the right hardware, software, and services. We're a global Fortune 500 technology company with a network of over 6,000 partners and experts around the world who provide access to end-to-end IT capabilities. For more than 35 years, we have delivered and optimized technology solutions for our clients efficiently, effectively, and safely. We are rated as a Great Place to Work, a Forbes World's Best Employer, and a Fortune World's Best Workplace. Discover more at NSIT-F
