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USA Today
18 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Max Holloway explains difference entering UFC 318 now fully committed to lightweight
Max Holloway feeling like a true lightweight ahead of UFC 318. NEW ORLEANS – Max Holloway's return to the lightweight division looks to be a lot different than times prior. Holloway (26-8 MMA, 22-8 UFC), a former UFC featherweight champion, who's moved up and fought at lightweight twice before, is having his third bout at 155 pounds this Saturday, taking on Dustin Poirier (30-9 MMA, 22-8 UFC) in the main event of UFC 318 (pay-per-view, ESPN, ESPN+) – which takes place Saturday at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. Unlike before, Holloway's move to lightweight includes no potential return to 145 pounds, changing the situation completely. "Oh yeah, for sure, I feel the difference," Holloway said at the UFC 318 media day on Wednesday. "For my last fight (at featherweight), you guys could see my cheekbones way more, I kind of looked like a skeleton, so I'm just glad here. You guys see the difference. People are talking about it about how big I am, how wide I am. It just feels good. I'm a Polynesian, a Hawaiian-Polynesian. I'm glad I get to show that Polynesian, big wrist, big ankles kind of thing." Not planning on making 145 pounds ever again, Holloway has better adapted his frame to lightweight this time around. This change has freed him up, as he can now do things he couldn't do before. "Just being able to focus on this camp and not even teeter tottering on the chance of, 'Oh, we might go back down,' we can do certain things, we can supplement in certain ways," Holloway said. "At the end of the day, these 155-pound camps are the best. I feel good. I feel great. I get to eat a lot more during camp. There were times at 145 where I was like, 'Oh, I want to eat' and then I jump on the scale, and I'm like 'Oh, sh*t. I can't do it,' so these 155 camps are way more enjoyable." Holloway is coming off a KO loss to Ilia Topuria in a featherweight title fight last October. Some question Holloway's chances of getting himself into another title fight, given Topuria has also moved up to lightweight and is now the champion after stopping Charles Oliveira for the vacant belt. "Blessed" disagrees with those skeptics, and think a good win over Poirier will put him back in the mix. "If I go out there and have a (UFC) 300 moment, I'm right there for a title shot," Holloway said. "And if it's not for a title shot, I'm right there for a No. 1 contender shot, whoever it may be. First things first. I see the media, I see people talking, I see people chirping."
The Star
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Star
Women battling cancer find new hope thanks to Va'a canoeing
When breast cancer turned her life upside down, Anna Lucia Amorim, a 63-year-old Brazilian from Rio de Janeiro, fell into a deep depression – sometimes struggling to get out of bed. But everything changed, she said, after she started practising Va'a canoeing in Niteroi, a city facing Rio across Guanabara Bay, with other women who have battled cancer or were undergoing treatment. "Every time you put the paddle in the water, it's like a new life,' she said in an interview. "When you are there, you forget everything. You only see the sea and the sky.' Amorim is part of Va'a Roses, a group of cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 52 and 70 who partake in local and national competitions of Va'a canoeing. Originating in the Pacific region, Va'a canoes – which traditionally have outriggers and can be single or double-hull – are now popular worldwide. In Niteroi, the Va'a Roses train twice weekly just after 7am, departing from the sheltered Charitas Beach surrounded by harbours and sloping mountains, from which one can spot the famed Christ The Redeemer statue. Guanabara Bay has a reputation for being polluted by garbage and sewage, but members of the Va'a Roses say they regularly see turtles, rays and other fish – even dolphins. "You wouldn't think that Guanabara Bay has so much life,' said Flavia Bichara, a 52-year-old lawyer who is currently undergoing chemotherapy for lung cancer. She said the hope of spotting a turtle and watching the sun rise gives her ample motivation to get out of bed early. "The sunrise, for us, symbolises coming back to life," she said. Polynesian canoeing and water sports in general have become increasingly popular in Niteroi over the last few years, said Isabel Swan, the municipality's deputy mayor who has an Olympic bronze medal in sailing. The number of Polynesian canoeing clubs in the area has jumped from five to around 40 in the last decade. "This boom occurred during the Covid-19 pandemic, because people can practice water sports while complying with social distancing rules,' she said. In August, Niteroi will host the Va'a long distance world championship in which around a thousand athletes from 30 countries will compete. And alongside Rio, the city is a candidate to host the 2031 Pan American Games. Estella Tourl, 68, was diagnosed with breast cancer four years ago. As well as the stunning setting, she says she loves the social aspect of the activity. "We're in nature, we exercise and we talk. Afterward everyone sits together, we have coffee and laugh. It's stimulating – we want to live,' Tourl said. – AP
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Stung your a**': Channing Crowder torches Hallie Aiono, accuses her of using pregnancy to scam NFL star Puka Nacua
Channing Crowder torches Hallie Aiono (Image via Bleacher Report) In a jaw-dropping segment from The Pivot Podcast, former NFL linebacker Channing Crowder tore into Hallie Aiono, the pregnant girlfriend of Los Angeles Rams star Puka Nacua, following her paternity petition filed in Los Angeles County last month. The 18-year-old wide receiver, known for his breakout rookie season, now finds himself in the middle of a growing controversy that extends far beyond the football field. Hallie Aiono files for full physical custody amid paternity questions Hallie Aiono, who began dating Nacua during his college days at BYU, filed a paternity suit on June 16, requesting legal confirmation of Nacua's paternity, full physical custody of their unborn son, and shared legal custody covering education, healthcare, and financial expenses. This follows her emotional Mother's Day Instagram post, in which she wrote, 'You were something we always dreamt of, but I have never been so afraid... I can't wait to love you forever, my sweet boy.' The story took a turn after Crowder made his views clear, casting serious doubt on Aiono's intentions and character during Saturday's podcast episode. Channing Crowder doesn't hold back, calls the situation a 'spider's web' Crowder held nothing back as he speculated on Aiono's behavior and what it could have meant for Nacua's future. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo He even suggested that the Rams receiver was fortunate to escape long-term financial entanglement. 'Congratulations, brother. You got out the spider's web before it stung your ass,' Crowder said. 'She helped him out with this... You don't even know who was skating in you and when you got skated in.' According to Crowder, the situation saved Nacua from potentially paying child support for 18 years. 'This was great for him. Think about it. 18 years. If he had paid for this baby and did all this—18 years. 18 years,' he emphasized. Crowder also brought cultural context into the conversation, highlighting Polynesian values of family loyalty and the pressure Nacua might have felt to stay with Aiono had he believed the child was his. The Pivot talks Cam's words on Jayden, Puka's miss, Tyler Lockett's 30 years discipline, Naomi Osaka Ryan Clark joins in, slams Hallie Aiono with harsh words Former Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Clark echoed the criticism, questioning Aiono's commitment during her relationship with Nacua. 'If you were in it for the money, you had one job,' Clark said. 'Y'all were together all over the NFL sites... The one job you had was to not have sex with somebody else... and you couldn't wait.' He ended his remarks by saying, 'I pray that's not your baby.' Also Read: 'Cracker of the day': Aaron Rodgers slammed for mocking kid at golf event as Antonio Brown fires off racially charged insult While Nacua has remained silent publicly, the fallout from this paternity battle is escalating—and judging by the voices now weighing in, it's only just begun. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Full House' creator admits 'this' episode is one of the show's 'worst': 'It was just from another planet'
Full House creator Jeff Franklin recently shared what he thought was one of the series' "worst" episodes, which may be a surprise to some fans. Franklin joined Andrea Barber and Jodie Sweetin on the most recent episode of the How Rude, Tanneritos! podcast to discuss the highs and lows of the Full House's third season. When asked what he believed was the worst episode of season 3, Franklin shared his "controversial" pick: "Tanner's Island," the season premiere. "It had so much potential and cost so much money," Franklin said. "And we went to so much trouble and it was so silly. It had no real storyline. It had no emotional through line. Nobody learned a thing." "Tanner's Island" is the first episode of season 3. It follows the Tanner family's hijinks during their vacation to Hawaii. They sail to a seemingly deserted island, then lose their boat, causing mayhem. Uncle Joey (Dave Coulier) gets hit in the head with a coconut. The gang later realizes they are actually near a Polynesian cultural center and Uncle Jesse (John Stamos) ends the episode by singing an Elvis Presley and Sweetin expressed surprise at Franklin's choice, but agreed that, while "Tanner's Island" was fun to shoot, it was not a strong episode. "It was just from another planet," Franklin said. Listen to the full How Rude, Tanneritos! episode with Jeff Franklin below. Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly
Business Insider
2 days ago
- Business Insider
I've traveled to all 50 states. These 10 have the best food.
The food in Texas is in a category of its own. Between Texas' massive size and strong state identity, it can sometimes feel like its own nation. So, it should come as no surprise that there's nothing quite like the Lone Star State's culinary landscape. When I dine in Texas, I don't try to reinvent the wheel. Tex-Mex is a must-have, especially when I'm in San Antonio, and Texas barbecue is, of course, a mandatory order. I also like to stop by neighborhood food trucks, as I've found that locals usually have the best grub. Hawaiian cuisine is a fusion of Asian, American, and Polynesian flavors. Foodies everywhere should bump America's 50th state to the top of their travel wish list, because there's so much more to Hawaii's food-and-drink scene than Mai Tais and Blue Hawaiians. The state's cuisine fuses Asian, American, and Polynesian influences, reflecting its position as the most geographically remote island chain in the Pacific — and the result is delicious. The fresh food in Hawaii is the best of the best, and the rest of the country is catching on. Even though chefs around the US are making their own variations of island staples like shave ice and poke, I have yet to find anything that compares to the local Hawaiian cuisine. Maine lobster is one of my all-time favorite meals. Having Maine lobster on a brisk July night is my ideal summer evening. I traveled with Outward Bound, an outdoor educational program, off the coast of Penobscot Bay in early high school, and after two weeks of living off packed granola, I rewarded myself with a lobster lunch. I've been hooked ever since. In my early 20s, I developed an allergy to seafood, but I loved Maine lobster so much that I was in denial and continued eating it for about five years. Even though I spent many clambakes sick in the hydrangea bushes after helping myself to a seafood platter, it was worth every bit of queasiness. Louisiana has crawfish boils, king cakes, and beignets galore. I love the flavor-packed food in Louisiana, from Cajun-inspired bites to local delicacies. Whenever I'm in New Orleans, I come prepared for a crawfish boil by bringing a paper bag, seasoning, and an appetite. I also go out of my way to grab some of the Big Easy's famed beignets and sweet king cakes, an oval-shaped pastry served during the city's Carnival season. Nevada is home to one of the most underrated culinary scenes in the country. Las Vegas gets the bulk of culinary attention in Nevada because of its resorts and fine-dining restaurants. Of course, it's worth visiting, but Reno deserves some of the spotlight, too. I first visited Reno on my way to Lake Tahoe in 2018 and was blown away by the vibrant Southwestern city. After spending time there, I felt like I'd stumbled upon a diamond in the desert. I went on the Reno Food Tour to taste all the city has to offer and had a Francophile brunch at Chez Louie in the Nevada Museum of Art. It was incredible. Tennessee's Southern food was at the forefront of my mind throughout my trip. The food in Music City is divine, and it's best washed down with a splash of sweet tea or Tennessee whiskey. When I visited Nashville in 2019, I had some of the most memorable meals of my life at Merchants on Broadway and Lockeland Table in East Nashville. New York has foodies covered — no matter what they're craving. If you name a cuisine, odds are you can find it in New York City, the ultimate cultural melting pot. Even though I'm a New Yorker, I'm still impressed by how easily I can find incredible food at all hours of the day and night. As someone who's grabbed escargot at 2 a.m. at L'Express in Gramercy Park and had post-club dim sum at Wo Hop in Chinatown, I can assure you that New York City is a paradise for foodies. Maryland has the best crab in the country. If it's fresh seafood you're after, Maryland is your best place to find crab in the lower 48 states. The state gets its blue crabs from the Chesapeake Bay — and though they're mouthwatering, they're very messy to eat. Maryland crabs have tomalley, a special "mustard" sauce, inside. My go-to place to bite into the delicacy is Cantler's Riverside Inn in Annapolis. Alaskan fish are some of the freshest I've ever had. Alaska is the final seafood-centric state I added to my list. If I wanted fresh fish in Alaska, I had to work for it. I learned just how difficult it is to reel in a king salmon during my trip along the Inside Passage. Luckily, I was more successful catching halibut and lingcod, which later became some of the most delicious dinner entrées I've ever had. Plus, feasting on the king crab at Cape Fox Lodge in Ketchikan rivaled my beloved blue crab from the aforementioned Chesapeake Bay. South Carolina has one of the best dining scenes in the country. I'll never stop coming back to South Carolina for Southern cooking. Charleston is routinely ranked as a top culinary destination in the US, and after spending a mere 24 hours strolling through the cobblestone streets, it's not hard to understand why. The state is especially known for its fresh, delicious oysters. If you get a chance, I recommend ordering wood-fired Sewansecott Oysters when you're there. This story was originally published on July 18, 2022, and most recently updated on July 15, 2025.
