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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Astros GM gives laundry list of pitching injury updates
The post Astros GM gives laundry list of pitching injury updates appeared first on ClutchPoints. As the Houston Astros look to stay afloat in the American League playoff hunt, general manager Dana Brown delivered a wave of updates on the team's battered pitching staff, offering hope that reinforcements could soon be on the way. The most encouraging news centers around right-hander Cristian Javier, who took a significant step forward in his recovery from Tommy John surgery. Now 13 months removed from the procedure, Javier began a minor-league rehab assignment on Saturday with the Astros' rookie-level Florida Complex League affiliate. He threw 1⅓ innings and fired 35 pitches, with his fastball reportedly reaching 95 mph. 'My reports said that he came out feeling really good,' Astros manager Joe Espada said. 'He's progressing well, and we're optimistic he can help us this season.' Brown echoed that sentiment, noting that Javier is ahead of fellow injured starter Luis Garcia in the rehab process. While Garcia's velocity reached 94 mph in his recent outing — also with the FCL affiliate — Brown said the right-hander 'is probably going to take a little bit longer' to rejoin the big-league club. Astros could get some pitching reinforcements after the trade deadline Garcia's appearance on Monday marked his first rehab outing of the season, another key milestone in his return from Tommy John surgery. Both arms were integral to Houston's rotation before injuries derailed their 2024 campaigns. Meanwhile, another promising young pitcher, Spencer Arrighetti, is nearing the next step in his own recovery journey. The 24-year-old right-hander suffered a fractured right thumb during a freak batting-practice accident in April, but he's now throwing live batting practice sessions in Florida. Espada said Arrighetti threw two innings on Sunday and could begin a rehab assignment 'in a week or a week-and-a-half.' 'He's really close,' Espada said. 'He just needs to get through a couple more live BPs, but we're feeling good about where he's at.' Arrighetti showed flashes of potential in his brief stint with the Astros earlier this season and could be a valuable depth piece once healthy. His return, along with those of Javier and Garcia, would provide a much-needed boost to a rotation that's leaned heavily on Framber Valdez and Ronel Blanco in the first half. On the position-player front, outfielder Chas McCormick is also nearing a return from a left oblique strain that has sidelined him since June. He began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sugar Land on July 4 and has appeared in five games, going 2-for-20 with a homer, two RBIs, and three runs scored. Although McCormick was not in the lineup for Sugar Land's game on Sunday in Oklahoma City, Espada noted that he would head to Florida during the All-Star break to get additional at-bats and ramp up activity. 'Chas is close,' Espada said. 'We just want to make sure he's seeing live pitching and gets enough reps before we bring him back.' With the Astros clawing to stay in the postseason picture, the return of key arms like Javier, Garcia, and Arrighetti — plus the spark McCormick brings to the lineup — could be just what the team needs to make a second-half surge. Related: Astros' draft pick sparks buzz after savage 2022 shot at Yankees resurfaces Related: Why Isaac Paredes dropped out of All-Star Game after replacing Jose Ramirez
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- General
- The Irish Sun
Incredible pictures show moment seagull SHATTERS cockpit of £73MILLION warplane
A WARPLANE strikes a seagull at an airshow display — shattering the cockpit canopy. Incredibly the pilot was unharmed and able to land the £73million 4 The seagull can be seen to the right of the £73million Eurofighter as it flies above an airbase in Spain Credit: SWNS 4 The exact moment of impact is caught by the photographer, as a huge cloud of debris erupts from the fighter's cockpit canopy Credit: SWNS 4 Despite the huge hole in the canopy, the hero pilot managed to safely land the Eurofighter jet Credit: SWNS A photographer captured the split-second strike over the San Javier Air Base in Murcia, Spain, on June 15. But snapper Javier Alonso de Medina Salguero said he realised what had happened only after checking his photos. They show the gull swooping into the path of the jet, before the bird is hit and A huge cloud of debris can then be seen exploding out from the pilot's cockpit area READ MORE WORLD NEWS Javier added: "I was at the base in the San Javier area, at the site where they took us photographers. 'We were watching the Eurofighter display when we saw it leave without finishing. "They reported over the radio it hit a seagull. "I had the whole sequence.' Most read in The Sun 4 The gaping hole in the cockpit canopy is clear to see as the pilot attempts to land the fighter Credit: SWNS Red Arrow forced to make emergency landing as bird strike smashes canopy mid display
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- General
- Scottish Sun
Incredible pictures show moment seagull SHATTERS cockpit of £73MILLION warplane
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A WARPLANE strikes a seagull at an airshow display — shattering the cockpit canopy. Incredibly the pilot was unharmed and able to land the £73million Eurofighter safely. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The seagull can be seen to the right of the £73million Eurofighter as it flies above an airbase in Spain Credit: SWNS 4 The exact moment of impact is caught by the photographer, as a huge cloud of debris erupts from the fighter's cockpit canopy Credit: SWNS 4 Despite the huge hole in the canopy, the hero pilot managed to safely land the Eurofighter jet Credit: SWNS A photographer captured the split-second strike over the San Javier Air Base in Murcia, Spain, on June 15. But snapper Javier Alonso de Medina Salguero said he realised what had happened only after checking his photos. They show the gull swooping into the path of the jet, before the bird is hit and smashes a giant hole in the canopy. A huge cloud of debris can then be seen exploding out from the pilot's cockpit area READ MORE WORLD NEWS OUT NOW Shark attack fears off Majorca as tourist limps from water with bloody leg wound Javier added: "I was at the base in the San Javier area, at the site where they took us photographers. 'We were watching the Eurofighter display when we saw it leave without finishing. "They reported over the radio it hit a seagull. "I had the whole sequence.' 4 The gaping hole in the cockpit canopy is clear to see as the pilot attempts to land the fighter Credit: SWNS
CNA
22-07-2025
- CNA
Teenager charged with selling vapes on WhatsApp
SINGAPORE: A teenager has been charged with selling vaporisers on WhatsApp and possessing vapes of her own. Albee Chai Buo Yin, 19, was given three charges on Tuesday (Jul 22) under the Tobacco (Control of Advertisements and Sale) Act for advertising electronic cigarettes, selling vapes and possessing vapes. According to charge sheets, the Singaporean sold three disposable vapes to a person named only as Javier via WhatsApp on Aug 3, 2024. She is accused of publishing an advertisement of imitation tobacco products by posting an image of an assortment of Lana e-cigarettes on WhatsApp on Oct 22 last year. Chai allegedly was found to have six disposable vapes and one vape with a pod in it on Dec 19 at a flat in Jurong West Street 91. Asked to give an indication of her plea, she said she would plead guilty and was given a date to do so in August. If convicted of selling vapes or advertising their sale, she can be jailed for up to six months, fined up to S$10,000, or both. If convicted of possessing vapes for purposes other than sale, she can be fined up to S$2,000. The charging comes after heightened enforcement by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) and other ministries to crack down on vaping offences, especially among students. HSA said on Sunday that more than 2,500 reports of vaping were made in the first half of 2025, compared with over 3,000 such reports for the whole of 2024.
USA Today
20-07-2025
- Business
- USA Today
How to be the manager employees want to work for: 5 actionable strategies
Being a manager isn't just about assigning tasks and meeting deadlines; it's also about motivating and inspiring team members. It's about shaping the culture your team experiences every day. 'People rarely quit companies — they quit managers who fail to see and support them as human beings,' says Jonathan Javier, a career consultant and CEO of Wonsulting. In today's workplace, where burnout is high and loyalty is low, employees don't just want competent managers; they also want managers who are approachable and supportive. They want leaders who listen, support and inspire. Research backs this up: a 2021 study in Frontiers in Psychology found that interpersonal skills, such as conflict management and emotional support, improve employee attitudes and performance. So, how do you become the kind of leader people want to work for? Here are five ways to start. What makes a great leader? The best bosses invest in people. They listen, communicate clearly, take accountability and lead with courage and humility. It's these so-called soft skills that will make you a strong boss. Great managers don't have all the answers; they ask the right questions. Your job isn't to solve every problem, but to create space for your team to share ideas, roadblocks and solutions. 'Good leaders actively listen, understand people's challenges and make space for honest conversations,' says Javier. To do this, prioritize regular one-on-one meetings and use open-ended questions to dig deeper: What's working? Where are you stuck? How can I help? Repeat back what you hear and ask thoughtful follow-ups. Listening is one of the most powerful tools a leader has. Great bosses don't just talk, they make sure their message lands. Clear communication helps teams stay aligned, focused and confident in their goals. 'Be explicit about priorities, and ask team members to summarize tasks in their own words,' says Javier. 'This is especially important in fast-moving startups.' Don't overlook nonverbal cues, either. Research from Harvard Business School suggests that 65% to 93% of communication is nonverbal. If you deliver feedback with your arms crossed or without eye contact, your team may feel dismissed or defensive, even if your words are supportive. Your body language should reinforce clarity and respect. Great bosses aren't flawless, they're accountable. While a weak leader dodges blame, a standout one takes responsibility — and action. 'Address issues directly instead of letting them linger. 'Fail fast,' and admit mistakes quickly,' says Javier. 'Then, share what you're doing to fix them.' Say you miss a major project deadline, and the delay affects the entire team. Be transparent about the mistake, acknowledge your role, and offer support to help the team recover. This kind of accountability fosters trust and sets the tone for a workplace culture where honesty and improvement are mutually reinforcing. Great leaders don't just talk about courage; they show it through bold decisions, honest feedback and principled action. Creating that kind of environment makes employees more willing to take calculated risks. Innovation doesn't come from playing it safe. Research from Embry-Riddle University found that "intelligent risk", where potential rewards outweigh potential harm, is closely tied to a company's financial success. By encouraging calculated risks, you open the door to new ideas, smarter processes and better outcomes. 'Celebrate when people take ownership,' Javier adds. 'Use those moments as learning opportunities, even when outcomes fall short.' Great managers don't just give feedback, they ask for it. Regularly checking in with your team demonstrates humility, fosters trust and facilitates growth. Try asking, 'What's one thing I could do better?' This simple question can open the door to honest conversations about your leadership style. You might gather feedback during quarterly reviews, informal one-on-ones or even a quick Slack exchange. The key is to listen with curiosity — not defensiveness — and follow up with action. 'Good leaders are open to feedback and create space for others to shine,' says Javier. The more you model that mindset, the more your team will thrive. Good leadership drives real results Strong leadership doesn't just boost morale, it drives results. Empathetic managers help reduce turnover, increase engagement and build teams that want to stick around. A 2023 study published in Heliyon found that toxic leadership directly contributes to employee dissatisfaction and high rates of resignation. If you want to be the kind of manager employees respect and rally behind, embody these five behaviors and lead like someone worth following. What is USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2025? If you're looking for a job with a great manager, we can help. Each year, USA TODAY Top Workplaces, a collaboration between Energage and USA TODAY, ranks organizations across the United States that excel at creating a positive work environment for their employees. Employee feedback determines the winners. In 2025, over 1,500 companies earned recognition as top workplaces. Check out our overall U.S. rankings. You can also gain insights into more workplace trends and advice by checking out the links below.
