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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Every fan knows the truth: The Stanley Cup is the greatest trophy in sports
Stanley Cup (via Getty Images) The Stanley Cup is not a trophy—it's a living legacy that binds generations of NHL champions together in one simple, compelling tradition: it's passed from one team captain to the next, face-to-face on the ice, never behind a closed door. In contrast to the other professional sports, in which the owners are the stars, the Stanley Cup is put into the hands of those players who bled, broke, and fought for it. The Stanley Cup's traditions generate stories fans never forget When an NHL season ends, the moment every hockey fan waits for is not a speech from an owner or a trip to a VIP stage—it's watching the Stanley Cup being handed to the winning captain right on the ice. In that moment, the blood, sweat, and bruises of the playoffs crystallize into pure elation. It's immediate, raw, and deeply earned. A Reddit user summed up the sentiment best: 'I don't think any sports fan puts up an argument that it isn't the greatest trophy in sports. But I like to push a bit further and argue that the NHL playoffs is the greatest tournament in sports. It's absolutely GRUELING. It's months of playing broken, hurt and tired all for the glory of lifting the greatest trophy into the air and having your name etched into it.' NHL Mic Drop: Panthers vs. Oilers Game 2 | Stanley Cup Final That emotional center is one of what makes the Stanley Cup distinguishable from other trophies such as the Lombardi Trophy or the Larry O'Brien Trophy. As one fan put it, 'Watching the end of the Super Bowl always feels a bit gross to me for this exact reason.' And the trek? Fierce. Grueling. Glorious. Another commentator commented, 'This is arguably the best aspect of hockey. Credit is given to the warriors on the ice not the stiffs with the pocket books.' 'The 92 Penguins partied with the Cup so hard, doing various activities like throwing it into Mario's pool and diving for it. They ended up damaging the cup a bit (it got better) and that's why there's a keeper of the cup now,' one fan commented. Also read: Don Cherry slams Stanley Cup Final refs after controversial Game 2: 'The worst I've ever seen' But while all its glory, not everybody is pleased with the way the NHL handles its most revered item these days. One fan commented, "And the NHL is ruining it. Such a prestigious trophy in by far the greatest sport, and every fan has said at least once in the last 12 NHL is a joke.' But not even league blunders can remove the Cup's mythos.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Torrid (NYSE:CURV) Misses Q1 Sales Targets
Women's plus-size apparel retailer Torrid Holdings (NYSE:CURV) missed Wall Street's revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales falling 4.9% year on year to $266 million. Next quarter's revenue guidance of $257.5 million underwhelmed, coming in 8% below analysts' estimates. Its GAAP profit of $0.06 per share was $0.02 above analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy Torrid? Find out in our full research report. Revenue: $266 million vs analyst estimates of $270.2 million (4.9% year-on-year decline, 1.6% miss) EPS (GAAP): $0.06 vs analyst estimates of $0.05 ($0.02 beat) Adjusted EBITDA: $27.13 million vs analyst estimates of $27.15 million (10.2% margin, in line) The company dropped its revenue guidance for the full year to $1.04 billion at the midpoint from $1.09 billion, a 4.4% decrease EBITDA guidance for the full year is $100 million at the midpoint, below analyst estimates of $101.6 million Operating Margin: 6%, down from 9.3% in the same quarter last year Free Cash Flow was -$20.56 million, down from $20.62 million in the same quarter last year Locations: 632 at quarter end, down from 658 in the same quarter last year Same-Store Sales fell 3.5% year on year (-9% in the same quarter last year) Market Capitalization: $531 million Lisa Harper, Chief Executive Officer, stated, 'I'm proud of the strong progress we made this quarter across our strategic initiatives. We delivered first quarter results in line with expectations, with $266 million in net sales and $27.1 million in Adjusted EBITDA(1)—reflecting our continued focus on disciplined execution and profitability.' Promoting a message of body positivity and inclusiveness, Torrid Holdings (NYSE:CURV) is a plus-size women's apparel and accessories retailer. A company's long-term performance is an indicator of its overall quality. Any business can have short-term success, but a top-tier one grows for years. With $1.09 billion in revenue over the past 12 months, Torrid is a small retailer, which sometimes brings disadvantages compared to larger competitors benefiting from economies of scale and negotiating leverage with suppliers. As you can see below, Torrid grew its sales at a sluggish 1.8% compounded annual growth rate over the last six years (we compare to 2019 to normalize for COVID-19 impacts) as it didn't open many new stores. This quarter, Torrid missed Wall Street's estimates and reported a rather uninspiring 4.9% year-on-year revenue decline, generating $266 million of revenue. Company management is currently guiding for a 9.5% year-on-year decline in sales next quarter. Looking further ahead, sell-side analysts expect revenue to remain flat over the next 12 months, a slight deceleration versus the last six years. This projection is underwhelming and implies its products will face some demand challenges. Today's young investors likely haven't read the timeless lessons in Gorilla Game: Picking Winners In High Technology because it was written more than 20 years ago when Microsoft and Apple were first establishing their supremacy. But if we apply the same principles, then enterprise software stocks leveraging their own generative AI capabilities may well be the Gorillas of the future. So, in that spirit, we are excited to present our Special Free Report on a profitable, fast-growing enterprise software stock that is already riding the automation wave and looking to catch the generative AI next. The number of stores a retailer operates is a critical driver of how quickly company-level sales can grow. Torrid operated 632 locations in the latest quarter, and over the last two years, has kept its store count flat while other consumer retail businesses have opted for growth. When a retailer keeps its store footprint steady, it usually means demand is stable and it's focusing on operational efficiency to increase profitability. The change in a company's store base only tells one side of the story. The other is the performance of its existing locations and e-commerce sales, which informs management teams whether they should expand or downsize their physical footprints. Same-store sales is an industry measure of whether revenue is growing at those existing stores and is driven by customer visits (often called traffic) and the average spending per customer (ticket). Torrid's demand has been shrinking over the last two years as its same-store sales have averaged 7% annual declines. This performance isn't ideal, and we'd be concerned if Torrid starts opening new stores to artificially boost revenue growth. In the latest quarter, Torrid's same-store sales fell by 3.5% year on year. This decrease was an improvement from its historical levels. It's always great to see a business's demand trends improve. We liked how Torrid beat analysts' EPS expectations this quarter. On the other hand, its revenue guidance for next quarter missed. Overall, this was a mixed quarter. The stock traded up 4.2% to $5.20 immediately after reporting. Big picture, is Torrid a buy here and now? What happened in the latest quarter matters, but not as much as longer-term business quality and valuation, when deciding whether to invest in this stock. We cover that in our actionable full research report which you can read here, it's free. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
‘College for Kids' returns this summer at STCC with hands-on STEM programs
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield Technical Community College is bringing back its popular 'College for Kids' program this summer. The program offers students ages 11 to 16 a chance to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) in fun, hands-on workshops held throughout July. Free concert lineup announced for The Big E Fair in September Organized by STCC's Workforce Development division, the weeklong sessions are designed to blend creativity and education in a college environment. Each session runs Monday through Friday and costs $189. 'We're thrilled to welcome students back to campus for a summer of discovery and creativity,' said Gladys Franco, Assistant Vice President of Workforce Development. 'From coding and design to basketball and hip hop, there's something for everyone, and it all happens right here at STCC.' Program Schedule: July 7–11 It's Your Turn, Take the Mic: A public speaking workshop designed to build confidence, poise and communication skills, concluding with a community presentation. Introduction to Python Programming: A beginner-friendly class teaching students to build games and applications using one of the world's most widely-used coding languages. July 14–18 Intro to Acting: Participants will boost self-awareness and confidence through improvisation games and a short, original performance. 3D Printing: Students will learn design thinking and engineering basics by creating and printing their own 3D designs. July 21–25 Basic Design: A creative visual storytelling class using drawing, painting and collage to introduce the fundamentals of design. Design and Science in the Landscape: A hands-on course focused on plant science, landscaping, and designing outdoor spaces. July 28–August 1 The Art of Hip Hop: Students explore DJing, MCing, breakdancing, and graffiti while examining how hip hop culture connects to STEAM disciplines. Basketball and Physics: In partnership with the Springfield Ballers, this course teaches athletic skills alongside lessons in science, health and leadership. Registration is now open. Families are asked to register using the student's name and social security number, along with the parent or guardian's contact information. Students should bring a nut-free packed lunch each day, as lunch will not be provided. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kim Kardashian Just Finished Her Law Program After Six Years, And Here's What Everyone Is Saying Online
Congratulations are in order for Kim Kardashian, as she just completed her Law Office Study Program!!! Kim began studying to become a lawyer in 2019 after successfully convincing President Donald Trump to grant clemency to Alice Marie Johnson, a Tennessee woman serving a life sentence for a nonviolent drug offense. Kim discovered Alice's case through a Mic documentary, working to secure her release after 21 years in prison. 'I had to think long and hard about this," Kim told Vogue of her decision to study law. "I just felt like the system could be so different, and I wanted to fight to fix it, and if I knew more, I could do more.' Instead of traditional law school, Kim enrolled in a four-year apprenticeship program, but it took an additional two years to complete "due to COVID and work," per People. Kim "finally" graduated from the program on Wednesday. Related: 13 Celebs Who Opened Up Publicly About Their Sobriety Sharing an Instagram video of herself in a graduation cap at an outdoor ceremony with family and friends, Kim wrote, "I finally graduated law school after 6 years!!!" Related: 9 Celebrities Who Have Endorsed Donald Trump In The Past Month Her mentor Jessica Jackson said in a speech that Kim had studied "18 hours a week, 48 weeks a year for six straight years." "That's a total of 5,184 hours of legal study," Jessica added, noting that was all while "raising four children, running businesses, filming television shows, and showing up in courtrooms to advocate for others." And people were seriously impressed. Kim's peers, including her sister Khloé Kardashian, celebrated her online, as seen in Kim's reposts. Fans also celebrated her achievement. WWE / Via Twitter: @laahlaah2023 Oprah / Kim Kardashian / Via Twitter: @leandek15 So what's next? Well, Kim's representative told ABC News that she can now take the state bar exam (you might remember that she took and passed the baby bar in 2021). If Kim passes the state exam, she can practice law. Good luck, Kim, and congrats on completing your program!! Also in Celebrity: 19 Celebrities Who Are Way Smarter Than You Thought They Were — Like, One Is A Neuroscientist Also in Celebrity: Cassie Finally Broke Her Silence After Kanye West Decided To Publicly Support Diddy, And Her Response Is Exactly What Everyone Has Been Saying Also in Celebrity: 23 Celebrity Couples Who Revealed Intimate Details About Their Lives That Literally No One Asked For
Buzz Feed
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Kim Kardashian Graduates Law School Program
Congratulations are in order for Kim Kardashian, as she just completed her Law Office Study Program!!! Kim began studying to become a lawyer in 2019 after successfully convincing President Donald Trump to grant clemency to Alice Marie Johnson, a Tennessee woman serving a life sentence for a nonviolent drug offense. Kim discovered Alice's case through a Mic documentary, working to secure her release after 21 years in prison. 'I had to think long and hard about this," Kim told Vogue of her decision to study law. "I just felt like the system could be so different, and I wanted to fight to fix it, and if I knew more, I could do more.' Instead of traditional law school, Kim enrolled in a four-year apprenticeship program, but it took an additional two years to complete "due to COVID and work," per People. Kim "finally" graduated from the program on Wednesday. Sharing an Instagram video of herself in a graduation cap at an outdoor ceremony with family and friends, Kim wrote, "I finally graduated law school after 6 years!!!" Her mentor Jessica Jackson said in a speech that Kim had studied "18 hours a week, 48 weeks a year for six straight years." "That's a total of 5,184 hours of legal study," Jessica added, noting that was all while "raising four children, running businesses, filming television shows, and showing up in courtrooms to advocate for others." So what's next? Well, Kim's representative told ABC News that she can now take the state bar exam (you might remember that she took and passed the baby bar in 2021). If Kim passes the state exam, she can practice law. Good luck, Kim, and congrats on completing your program!!
