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UPI
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
NHL Stanley Pup to return with 32 adoptable dogs
1 of 6 | The second annual "Stanley Pup" event will take place June 6 ahead of the Stanley Cup Finals. Photo courtesy of NHL May 19 (UPI) -- The National Hockey League's Stanley Pup will return in 2025 with 32 adoptable dogs. The second annual event airs June 6 at 7 p.m. EDT on TruTV in the United States and June 7 at 6 p.m. on Sportsnet in Canada. The show will also be available June 8 at 7 p.m. on NHL Network and the NHL's digital platforms. This year's Stanley Pup will see each of the league's 32 teams have an adoptable dog representing it at the competition. Each pup is local to its team's area. Chris Rose and Mark Shunock will serve as commentators. The program will also feature celebrities such as Anthony Anderson, Cedric the Entertainer, Cheri O'teri, George Lopez, Jamie Lee Curtis, Joel McHale, Michael Bublé, Nikki Glaser, Paula Abdul and Will Reeve, and NHL players including Tampa Bay Lightning's Victor Hedman, Carolina Hurricanes' Jaccob Slavin, Florida Panthers' Sam Bennett, Utah Mammoth's Alexander Kerfoot and Washington Capitals' Brandon Duhaime and Ryan Leonard. "There's nothing more gratifying than to make content that actually changes lives, and in this case, both for the dogs needing homes and the families that adopt them. Two paws up to the NHL for doing their part to help pups in need and giving us this platform to show people how shelter dogs deserve to be part of every family's starting lineup," executive producer Michael Levitt said in a press release. The Stanley Cup Finals will take place in June. Playoffs began April 19. The Stanley Pup follows the 21st annual Puppy Bowl in February, which coincided with Super Bowl LIX, the National Football League championship game.
Associated Press
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Stars, Supermodels, and Rescued Pups Take Over the Runway Today at the Annual Rescue Dogs Rock Charity Fashion Event
/ -- The iconic Victorian mansion Ideal Glass Studios (9 W 8th St, New York, NY 10011) is hosting one of the most heartwarming and star-studded fashion events of the year today—the Rescue Dogs Rock Annual Charity Fashion Show. This extraordinary evening will feature 30 high-profile personalities from CNBC, NFLX, Miss USA, top supermodels, and leading designers walking the runway hand-in-paw with dogs rescued from abuse and neglect by Rescue Dogs Rock (RDR). RDR, an organization committed to saving critically injured and abandoned dogs, has rescued over 9,700 dogs and spent more than $15 million on their care. Their impact was recently recognized with their rescues featured in this year's Puppy Bowl. This year's event promises an unforgettable visual spectacle. Models will don Parisian lingerie, and the dogs will sport their own luxurious couture, proving that rescue pups can shine just as brightly as their human counterparts. Attendees will receive LED dog ears and glow sticks in their gift bags, ensuring the celebration continues with a high-energy dance party after the runway show. Adding to the evening's uniqueness, dancers from the Martha Graham Dance Company will perform alongside pups dressed in elegant tutus. A celebrity artist will create live sketches of the event, and DJ Reach will set the mood with an electrifying soundtrack. One of the most eye-catching moments will feature celebrity bodyguard 'The Fancy Giant' (7'1, 490 lbs) walking with a 2.5 lb rescue pup, showcasing the ultimate contrast in heartwarming fashion. SPOT the mobile robot dog from Boston Dynamics will star on the runway. Lending his incredible talents to promote animal rescue. The Robot Wranglers at 3D Cowboys ( is a robotics entertainment, education, and consulting company that features the amazing Boston Dynamics ( robot dog Spot. Star-Studded Guest List A dazzling lineup of VIP walkers will bring their star power to the event, including Frederique van der Wal (Victoria's Secret supermodel) & daughter Scyler, Drita D'Avanzo (Netflix's Mob Wives), cast members of Netflix's Selling The City, Miss USA N.C. Gabby Ortega, former Miss USA N.Y. Stephanie Chernick, Ty Hunter (Beyoncé's Stylist), Richie Rich (legendary '80s designer & club kid), Matt Sarafa (Project Runway Junior winner), Anna Rothschild (celebrity publicist), Jon Nubian (YRB Magazine founder), Indira Cesarine (Untitled Magazine founder), Rebecca Herero (Art Bodega Magazine founder), Rachel Geller (cosmetics mogul), Victor De Souza (renowned designer), and Willard Morgan (owner of Ideal Glass Studios). Additional celebrity guests will be announced daily. Event Schedule: Talent will arrive today between 3:00 - 5:00 PM for press interviews and photos with rescued dogs and charity representatives. From 5:00 - 6:00 PM, a VIP cocktail event will take place for talent and press, offering an intimate setting to connect before the main show. The highly anticipated runway show will begin at 7:45 PM, bringing together fashion, entertainment, and philanthropy in an unforgettable night. Media Encouraged to Attend. Media Contact: Goldman McCormick PR, INC +1 516-639-0988 [email protected] Legal Disclaimer:
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Warner Bros. Discovery's Max Scraps Plan to Launch Separate Sports Tier
Say farewell to new streaming concepts like 'B/R Sports' and 'CNN Max.' They will vanish before we ever really got to know them. Warner Bros. Discovery reversed plans announced in September of 2023 to launch a premium tier for sports programming on Max, and said it also would end an experiment called 'CNN Max' that attempted to create a new CNN tier for subscribers to the streaming service. More from Variety Streaming-Era Commercials Invade Forbidden TV Territory: Presidential Debates, HBO Shows and Other Content Once Deemed Off-Limits Puppy Bowl Ratings: 12.8 Million Viewers for Animal Planet's 2025 Dog Adoption Event Rooster Teeth Lives! Co-Founder Burnie Burns Buys Company Assets From Warner Bros. Discovery 'Over the last year plus, we had the opportunity to assess how users engage with sports and news on Max, and we've been actively involved in exploring ways to evolve the sports distribution ecosystem in the U.S. We believe that the best place for that content for now is within the Standard and Premium tiers,' said JB Perrette, CEO and President of Global Streaming and Games, WBD. 'This update ensures that subscribers can continue to enjoy that coveted access within Max, while also enabling ongoing investment in our premium sports and news portfolio.' More to come… Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
USA Today
14-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Super Bowl 59 caps novel NFL pick 'em contest that pitted Man vs. Machine vs. Dog
Super Bowl 59 caps novel NFL pick 'em contest that pitted Man vs. Machine vs. Dog Show Caption Hide Caption Man vs. Dog: Super Bowl will decide who can pick NFL games more accurate USA TODAY Sports conducted an experiment on who could more accurately pick NFL games -- a dog, man or machine -- and Super Bowl 59 will determin the result. Sports Pulse The post-Super Bowl questions continue to swirl. Will Travis Kelce retire? Will the Kansas City Chiefs recover? Will Luna the Dog ever pick another NFL game? More: Puppy Bowl complete, Luna the Dog aims for pick 'em title hinging on Super Bowl 59 It's hard to know in the wake of defeat. First, the Kansas City Chiefs lost, 40-22, to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 59. That sealed Luna's loss to USA TODAY's Tyler Dragon in the newspaper's pick 'em contest that pitted Man vs. Machine vs. Dog. Luna, the 7-year-old Maltipoo, stunned the world of sports prognosticators by starting the contest 8-0. But Tyler lurked, and it all came down to their final picks. Luna had the Chiefs. Tyler had the Eagles. Now Tyler has the pick 'em crown, having beat not only Luna, but also USA TODAY's Jarrett Bell and a computer-run statistical model created by Kostas Pelechrinis, an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh. Can K-9 out-pick humans and machine in NFL Conference Championships? Our K-9 friend Luna has been on fire going 9-1 in picking NFL playoff games, but can she continue to beat man and machine in the conference championships? Sports Pulse The day after the Super Bowl, Luna, with some assistance, texted congratulations to Tyler. 'Tell her,'' Tyler replied, 'she put up a valiant effort.'' There was not a dry eye in Luna's house.
USA Today
14-02-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Looking to adopt a puppy? It's not easy. Tips to help start you on the right track
Hear this story Feeling the puppy fever after watching the thrilling, adorable Puppy Bowl? There are some things novice and experienced dog owners should know to raise a successful pup to adulthood. Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine Associate Professor Dr. M. Leanne Lilly cautioned training a young dog requires intense work and special attention. A key to a canine's growth is socialization and regular veterinary visits, she said. "We want to make sure that our young puppies in their socialization period are basically flooded with good experiences," she said. "But we also need to remember that the dog or the puppy decides what's a good experience, and so we need to be really careful about watching their body language and not traumatizing them in hopes that what we get out is a well-socialized dog." No date this Valentine's Day?:Animal shelters offering dogs, cats for cuddly sleepovers Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Training, regular veterinary visits key to raising puppies Before introducing a pup to other dogs, Lilly urged owners to wait until after the puppy's first parvovirus vaccine. She recommended people seek out socialization classes so their pet learns good behavior in a clean, controlled environment. Socialization can begin at home before a puppy is fully vaccinated. The most basic ways are potty training and teaching a puppy commands, according to animal food manufacturer Hill's Pet Nutrition. They recommended establishing – and sticking to – a bathroom routine so the dog knows when to relieve itself. "When they successfully relieve themself outdoors, be sure to lavish them with praise and reward them with a treat," the food manufacturer said. More:The best veterinarian hospitals? Vets can help USA TODAY rank top animal hospitals Lilly advised dog owners not to get discouraged if the puppy doesn't learn or retain training quickly. If a puppy exhibits unwanted behavior such as chewing on items, owners should redirect the dog's attention to a toy or say "no" firmly. Lilly said good behavior can be reinforced by rewarding the puppy with a treat when it plays with a toy or calling the animal's name when it misbehaves. "We can set up the environment to improve our success in that regard," she said. Owners need to stay on top of vet visits before introducing their puppy to the outside world, Lilly said. The more questions asked, the better. The veterinarian will tailor care to the dog and the dog's needs. Many will also inform dog owners when it's time to switch the puppy's food, or determine if supplements are necessary. "One of the things is that when in doubt, your first line of defense for good information should be your veterinarian," she said. More:Which are the best veterinarian hospitals? USA TODAY wants to know what pet owners think Breed-specific training starts after the basics A Golden Retriever is naturally active. Bloodhounds excel in locating people. Great Pyrenees protect people and livestock. Border Collies herd. A Chihuahua is an affectionate and sociable toy dog. Despite breed classifications determined by the dog welfare organization the American Kennel Club, Lilly said owners should focus on standard training before tapping into a dog's instincts. "We sometimes fall into the trap of getting really focused on, 'What are the typical behaviors and characteristics,' instead of looking at the dog in front of us," she said. Certain dogs may always retain their breed's instincts, but Lilly said it's OK if a retriever is bad at retrieving or if an American Bully is a great play partner. Like the rest of her recommendations, Lilly said owners should regularly communicate with their veterinarian about the puppy's growth, behaviors and habits so an underlying issue isn't ignored. "We want to make sure that when you ask a question, you're getting the answer that's most intimately customized for the puppy that you have," she said. "Your veterinarian, who has met your puppy, is going to have that information plus the medical background." Contact reporter Krystal Nurse at knurse@ Follow her on X @KrystalRNurse, and on BlueSky @
