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USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
The Steelers' hideous 2025 throwbacks are somehow not their grossest
The simple beauty of the Pittsburgh Steelers is a steadfast grip on tradition. The glory of the team's run through the 1970s established them as an icon, creating outposts at unofficial "Steelers bars" across the globe where the same fans gather each Sunday in the fall. The Terrible Towel preserved Myron Cope's legacy as not only a gravel-voiced chorus that rang across western Pennsylvania but as a fandom innovator. The franchise has had three presidents in 89 years of existence, all from the Rooney family. Pittsburgh has had three general managers since 1991 and three head coaches since 1969. The team's uniforms are clean and classic enough that the University of Iowa, itself a sigil of throwback football now and until the heat death of the universe, copied them almost wholesale (with permission). This is all to say, the Steelers persist. That means when it's time to dust off an old school uniform, they have to go all the way back to a time before the Super Bowl existed. And when you're borrowing from the 1930s, you wind up in a place where stripes were considered a bold and innovative new design. Let's dispatch the elephant in this room. The jerseys, busy as they may be, are not the problem on their own. But matching them with a yellow helmet that allows little room for contrast was always going to heighten that static. When you add beige pants -- a different color that's not nearly different enough -- things truly begin to look rough. Factor in yellow socks (not beige) and you get the distinct impression the 1930s were a time where post-war rationing was still a thing and mostly applied to pant fabric. Still, it's a throwback to a different era that ties in plenty of local history from the franchise itself to the great city of Pittsburgh. That's a different time that saw the franchise go 25-71-6 in its first nine seasons, but it's a lovely sentiment. More importantly, it's not the worst uniforms the Steelers could have dug up. Let us remember, friends, the bumblebee alternates of 2012 through 2016. Pittsburgh chose the less gross of two options when it came to 1933, eschewing the pre-World War II swarm look for the slimming effect of vertical stripes. It also took advantage of the league's expanded helmet rules to bring back the yellow lids that came with those 30s kits and made a brief comeback in the late 2000s. So the Steelers will certainly look different for at least one game this fall. And they'll look at least a little bit ugly, too. But they won't look the worst they ever have, because for five straight seasons we got to see Ben Roethlisberger clumsily lope through the backfield before winging touchdown passes like an overfed bumblebee.
Belfast Telegraph
4 days ago
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Nathan Rooney lifts lid on how Larne are plotting course for more Euro delight against Prishtina
Larne boss Nathan Rooney says he is relishing the opportunity to plot some more European progress for the Invermen. Rooney's side overcame Auda of Latvia in the UEFA Conference League First Qualifying Round and their reward is a tie with Prishtina.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
'When We Played On Gravel Pitches Back Home I'd Imagine...': Cunha Opens Up On Dream Man United Move
The Brazilian has been handed the honour of donning the iconic No. 10 jersey said that he idolised United legend Rooney growing up. New Manchester United recruit Matheus Cunha reminisced over the times he used to dream of pulling on the famous red kit of the Premier League heavyweights following his switch to the Mancunian club from Wolverhampton. 'It is hard to find words to describe this moment. It is a dream come true," the Brazilian said in an exclusive to JioHotstar. 'Sometimes, it is difficult to believe I am really here. This club has always meant something special to me," the 26-year-old said. 'There is a funny story — back home in Brazil, we could only watch the Premier League at my grandma's house because neither, my house nor my cousins had the channel. So, every weekend, we would plan to watch matches at her place," he recollected. 'My cousin, who is older than me, supported Manchester United. He was the one who introduced me to the Premier League — and to United." 'Even when we played on the gravel pitches back home, which is very common in Brazil, I would imagine playing for United. To be here now, and to think back to those moments — it is incredibly emotional," the forward revealed. 'Rooney was the one I looked up to. I have tried to bring elements of his game into mine — the way he gave everything, went to ground to win the ball, and still had the skill and impact up front." The Brazilian has been handed the honour of donning the iconic United No. 10 jersey. 'He wore the number 10 shirt and led by example," the former RB Lepizig and Atletico Madrid player added. 'Of course, there were others — Ronaldo, Ryan Giggs, Van der Sar. That entire team left a big mark on me during my teenage years," Cunha concluded. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hamilton Spectator
6 days ago
- Science
- Hamilton Spectator
Enlisting drones in the fight against phragmites
Drone technology is the latest weapon in the fight against invasive species of plants, particularly phragmites. Researchers at the University of Waterloo have been investigating a new method for spreading herbicide to combat phragmites, also known as common reed. Phragmites has been called Canada's worst invasive plant, causing problems for humans and ecosystems alike. 'But especially in wetlands, preventing people from accessing their docks and affecting water quality, affecting habitat for birds and for turtles, and displacing our native plants,' said Rebecca Rooney, an associate professor and one of the authors of a paper looking at the use of drones to combat phragmites. Rooney described trying to walk through phragmites like 'trying to walk through wicker furniture,' noting the reeds can grow up to four metres tall, which is the height of a single-storey home. They also pose a fire risk and can block sightlines on highways and county roads, making the control of phragmites spread a vital yet costly endeavour. 'We're spending millions of dollars in Ontario alone trying to control it,' said Rooney, pointing to the likes of the Invasive Phragmites Control Fund, with the province announcing last year some $16 million over three years to combat invasive species. 'Which is just a drop in the bucket of what's needed to eradicate this plant.' This has led researchers to explore the use of a remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS) to apply herbicide, with a reported effectiveness of 99 percent. They observed a short-term decline in plant diversity after the RPAS applications, but the native species reappeared in treated areas within a year, the research found. Rebecca Rooney/University of Waterloo. 'So being efficient is important. We're not spending as much money because we can do it faster, more precisely, and more effectively. I feel that's a really important step in managing it sustainably in Ontario,' added Rooney. 'We wanted to look at ways we could try to manage this aggressive, invasive grass more precisely and in a way that minimizes the amount of environmental impact.' The current method of spreading herbicides in wetlands has raised numerous challenges and difficulties. Using ground access with heavy equipment can potentially trample wildlife and desirable vegetation. RPAS technology provides more convenient access to spraying the weeds than with ground-control methods, with less risk of trampling or disturbance, the UW researchers note. In the past, helicopters were also used to spread herbicides, but this method made it difficult to achieve precision and created off-target problems. 'It's important to avoid the potential for herbicide drift and any collateral damage to native vegetation, which is especially valuable in ecologically sensitive wetlands,' said Rooney. 'The precision from RPAS applications may help land managers to minimize off-target herbicide exposure, reducing impacts to surrounding vegetation and improving conditions for native plant recovery.' That's why they are trying to use innovation to combat the difficulties that come with doing it on foot and with machinery, as in the past. 'We were being innovative in terms of applying a new tool to an old problem and coming up with an improvement in terms of how effective it is and how efficient it is.' Pesticides are closely regulated, and the researchers obtained special research authorization from the Pest Management Regulatory Authority. The hope is that this study will lead to a new form of invasive species control that can be used more widely. There are many different types of herbicides, but the one that this study is working with is called s habitat Aqua, which is an Imazapyr-based herbicide. This is safe to use over water. They had received authorization to research the RPAS method. The goal was to show that this method can be effective and safe, and then provide that data to BASF, the manufacturer of Imazapyr. They're using it to submit to the Pest Management Regulatory Authority, and they can be approved for wider use, said Rooney. 'This approach also holds promise for accelerating ecological recovery in wetland habitats. Future research should focus on long-term native vegetation recovery and quantify the accuracy of RPAS-based herbicide applications to minimize off-target damage to native vegetation in wetlands.' Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Metro
15-07-2025
- Metro
Seven officers investigated after man 'in crisis' dies during Boston arrest
Seven police officers are being investigated after a man they restrained outside of a Boston-area fish market died. The officers handcuffed Francis Gigliotti, 43, near Bradford Seafood restaurant in Havervill on Friday night. Gigliotti was captured on CCTV walking onto the middle of White Street and into traffic. The footage obtained by NBC10 Boston showed Gigliotti appearing to fall while exiting a store and hitting his head on a car. The restaurant owner said Gigliotti was acting out of control, but some witnesses who recorded the incident on their cell phones said the officers restraining him were using too much force. Gigliotti became unresponsive during the scuffle and was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His fiancée, Michele Rooney, said he was having a mental health crisis and was not carrying any weapons. 'Eyewitnesses say more than six officers restrained him—piling on top of him—while he screamed out for help and ultimately stopped breathing,' Rooney wrote in a GoFundMe page for Gigliotti's funeral expenses. 'I am completely devastated. Francis should still be here.' Rooney told NBC10 that witnesses who were videotaping before she arrived said that Gigliotti was hollering, 'Help, help, get off of me, help me, help me.' 'They had their knee on his neck and they were sitting on him. They were like, it was like a giant pig pile on top of him,' Rooney said of the officers. 'He had a heart of gold, he would never hurt anybody, he was screaming for help and their way of helping him is killing him by applying pressure on him?' On Monday, Haverhill police Chief Robert Pistone Jr announced that the seven officers were put on paid administrative leave as the Essex County District Attorney's Office reviews the incident. The officers were not wearing body cameras, as the police department does not have them, according to Mayor Melinda Barrett. Since the 1990s, the US Justice Department has told officers to roll suspects off their stomachs when they are handcuffed to avoid asphyxia, which can lead to suffocation and death. Rooney said that the medical examiner told her it could take up to 60 days to determine Gigliotti's cause of death. Over the weekend, a vigil was held for Gigliotti and some protesters rallied outside the police department demanding answers. Anyone with videos or photos from the incident is urged to share them with the district attorney's office. The GoFundMe page had raised more than $5,200 as of Tuesday evening. More Trending 'We are now left to carry not only the pain of his loss,' Rooney wrote, 'But the burden of funeral costs and the legal fight for justice in his name.' Gigliotti was from Haverhill, a suburb about 35 miles north of Boston. He was the co-founder of Teddy Bear Roofing, according to a Facebook post by the company. 'We started this business together less than a month ago, after working side-by-side for the last four years. What we built was more than a company. It was a dream. And it was finally starting to take shape,' states the post. 'Francis was kind, hardworking, loyal, and full of life. He had so much ahead of him, and he didn't deserve this. None of this is okay.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Three women arrested on terror charges after van driven into defense factory MORE: Trump warns Zelensky not to fire missiles on Moscow MORE: Teen dies after getting sucked into meat grinder at burrito factory
