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New York Times
8 hours ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Aug. 19, 2025, puzzle No. 330
Need help with today's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle? You've come to the right place. Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores. A quick public service announcement before we continue: The bottom of this article includes one answer in each of the four categories. So if you want to solve the board hint-free, we recommend you play before continuing. Advertisement You can access Tuesday's game here. Game No. 330's difficulty: 3 out of 5 Scroll below for one answer in each of the four categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yellow: UPSET Green: ARIZONA Blue: LOVE Purple: VIRGINIA The next puzzle will be available at midnight in your time zone. Thanks for playing — and share your scores in the comments! (Illustration: John Bradford / The Athletic) Spot the pattern. Connect the terms Find the hidden link between sports terms Play today's puzzle
Black America Web
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Pharrell Williams Launches VIRGINIA, New Platform And Brand
Source: EMMA DA SILVA / Getty Pharrell Williams continues to create. He has launched VIRGINIA, a new creative platform and brand as an ode to his home state. As per Hype Beast Pharrell Williams has just added yet another notch on his creative director belt. This week he announced the formation of VIRGINIA. The initiative will only will serve as a creative platform but will be an additional brand he will oversee. According to a press release, VIRGINIA is 'a direct connection between Pharrell and his audience, offering a window into his creative world. Rooted in his home state of Virginia and reaching globally, it is a destination for music, community, limited-edition merchandise, live events, and boundary-pushing design.' Pharrell Williams expressed his vision for the platform in a formal statement. 'Virginia is where I'm from, but it's also who I am creatively. It's my space to dream, and a way to connect with people who are dreaming too' he said. Skateboard P will also leverage VIRGINIA as a brand for apparel, accessories and more. The launch offers several items carrying the label name ranging from t-shirts, tote bags, two-piece bikinis, beach accessories and more. Also included in the opening week is the much anticipated adidas Adistar Jellyfish. Originally teased earlier this year, VIRGINIA is offering a raffle for those feeling lucky enough to score on the hyped sneaker early. 'Crafted with a cold cement construction and a tailored fit, this shoe offers a quiet statement in comfort and composure,' reads product description. 'No overt tech: just form, flow, and Pharrell's signature human approach to design.' VIRGINIA will live on Pharrell Williams' Black Yacht Rock website, the same name of his quietly released 2024 album. SEE ALSO Pharrell Williams Launches VIRGINIA, New Platform And Brand was originally published on
Hypebeast
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Things We Loved in Music This Week: August 16
As the week in music comes to a close, Hypebeast has rounded up the most notable music-related headlines – new releases, live performances, merch drops, fashion and footwear collaborations, and more. On the heels ofKendrick LamarandDave Free's Project 3 Agency launch,Pharrellis the latest to officially unveil his own creative platform. Described to be 'a destination where music, fashion, design, and community converge,' the hub will host merch drops, new music, and other limited edition collaborations. Also described as a 'pseudonym and a playground for experimentation, storytelling, and direct connection,' VIRGINIA's first endeavors? Officially releasing Pharrell'sBLACK YACHT ROCK VOL 1 CITY OF LIMITLESS ACCESSas its inaugural 'project' as well as a limited VIRGINIA edition of his adidas Adistar Jellyfish. The follow-up toGemini Rightswill soon be upon Lacyrevealed that his next album – officially entitledOh Yeah?– is in the pipeline, preceded by lead single 'Nice Shoes.' AnySpike Leefilm is sure to have a well-curated soundtrack, and with a cast led by A$AP Rocky andDenzel Washington,Highest 2 Lowestis no exception. The press run has been enlivening yet refreshing, Rocky and Washington talking about what they're currently listening to, among other topics. Washington, for one, shared that he's currently bumping Samara Cyn andSmino's 'brand new teeth.' A few days ahead of the album release,Chance The Rapperrevealed he'll be heading back on the road for the first time in a while, embarking on theAnd We Back Tourin support of hisStar Linealbum this fall. JewelerAlex Mosshas been on a run, especially with creating custom pieces forDrake. The latest piece of one-of-one ice is perfect for the rapper's next new album, taking the shape of an icebox. The second official music video fromTyler, The Creator'sDON'T TAP THE GLASScomes for fan-favorite cut 'Sugar On My Tongue.' Set to premiere on Christmas Day,A24's long-awaitedMarty Supremeis fronted by a ping-pongingTimothée Chalamet. The rest of the cast is just as starry, including none other than Tyler, The Creator, who makes a brief debut in the first teaser trailer for the film. What started with bringing his son out on stage for his Lollapalooza set is now a full-blown album rollout. After revealing 'All Hands on Deck' via Instagram this week and then sharing his new rebranded website (complete with a video game), Dominic Fike will be releasing his new mixtape,Rocket,next week. Following up 'YUKON' comes theSWAGvisual for 'First Place,' which offers another intimate look intoJustin Bieber's family life, marriage to Hailey, and his son Jack. Mariah The Scientisthas staged a cinematic look into herHEARTS SOLD SEPARATELYalbum, dropping next Friday. The project's trailer reveals the tracklist (though features aren't listed) and sees appearances from Karrahbooo and Chelley fromLove Island. Dijon–BabySpotify|Apple Music Chance The Rapper–Star LineSpotify|Apple Music KAYTRANADA–AIN'T NO DAMN WAY!Spotify|Apple Music fakemink– 'Braces'Spotify|Apple Music Kal Banx–RhodaSpotify|Apple Music Babyface Ray–Codeine CowboySpotify|Apple Music Protect –500 Days of SummerSpotify|Apple Music Dominic Fike– 'All Hands On Deck,' 'Aftermath – Edit,' 'Smile'Spotify|Apple Music Khalid– 'in plain sight'Spotify|Apple Music billy woods, Gabe 'Nandez, Preservation – 'War'Spotify|Apple Music Ferg– 'Bike Air Anthem'Spotify|Apple Music Armani WhitexSamara Cyn– 'GHOST.'Spotify|Apple Music Cardi B– 'Imaginary Playerz'Spotify|Apple Music A$AP Rocky– 'Trunks,' 'Both Eyes Closed'Spotify|Apple Music Cash Cobain, BunnaB – 'Hoes Be Mad'Spotify|Apple Music Chief Keef,Mustard– 'Shake Dat'Spotify|Apple Music Leon Thomas–MUTT:Live From NPR's Tiny DeskSpotify|Apple Music Mahalia–LuvergirlSpotify|Apple Music King Princess– 'Girls'Spotify|Apple Music FearDorianx osquinn – 'bags'Spotify|Apple Music Coco Jones–Why Not More? (MORE!)Spotify|Apple Music Conan Gray –WishboneSpotify|Apple Music El Cousteau – 'Menace to Society'Spotify|Apple Music
Hypebeast
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
SZA Named Vans Artistic Director & Nike Sues Edison Chen in This Week's Top Fashion News
Another major musician is joining the fashion world, withSZAnow officially partnering withVansas the brand's new Artistic Director. The multi-year partnership will have the artist helming the conceptualization of future campaigns and co-creating product collections, blending her artistic vision with Vans' youthful spirit. SZA stated her mission at the American footwear brand is to show that 'joy, community, creativity, and fashion are all still intersectional.' For the first campaign, SZA chose her favorite Knu Skool silhouette as the centerpiece. Shot by Sophie Jones, the campaign 'leans into the beauty in vulnerability.' The new role marks SZA's second major collaboration in the footwear space, following her work withCrocsin 2022. In a major legal move,Nikehas filed a lawsuit against designer and actorEdison Chen, the founder of the pioneering streetwear labelCLOT, and his company Juice Los Angeles for breach of contract. The suit, which demands a payment of $126,615.68 USD, arises from a dispute over 'goods and services' allegedly provided by Nike to Juice. The lawsuit comes a year after Chen concluded his long-standing partnership with the sportswear giant, pivoting to a new creative collaboration with rival brandadidasin 2023. The lawsuit highlights the complexities and high stakes of long-term design partnerships in the sneaker industry, as the relationship between the two brands shifts from a decades-long collaboration to a legal dispute. Pharrellhas launched the new creative platform and brand titled VIRGINIA, after his home state. He describes the platform as a 'destination where music, fashion, design, and community converge,' serving as a base for his future creative projects, including live events, limited-edition apparel and merch drops, new music, and early access to collaborations. To celebrate the platform's launch, Pharrell has debuted VIRGINIA's first limited-edition merchandise collection and claimed his 2024 album, BLACK YACHT ROCK VOL 1 CITY OF LIMITLESS ACCESS, as the first musical project under the new banner. The website for VIRGINIA is and it will also exclusively feature a newVIRGINIA Adistar Jellyfishsneaker design for Adidas before its global release. TELFARhas released a new handbag, the 'Plastic Bag,' which is inspired by the single-use bags found in New York City bodegas. The bag is available in two sizes and eleven NYC-themed prints, with a double-lined, waterproof exterior and ruched handles. The regular size is priced at $148 USD, while the jumbo size is $195 USD. It was released exclusively on the TELFAR webstore on August 15 and will be available in-store at 408 Broadway, New York City, next week. Diorhas opened a new four-story flagship in New York City, right on the corner of the major shopping area of 57th Street and Madison Avenue. Envisioned by architect Peter Marino, the 'House of Dior' is characterized a monolithic white stone facade and showcases the brand's latest ready-to-wear, leather goods, jewelry, and fragrances for both men and women. On the store's fourth level, the most significant feature of the opening is the first-ever Dior Spa in the United States. The spa offers advanced services, including in-depth skin analysis, facials with technology like Cold Laser and Cryotherapy, light therapy, and 'Happiness' sessions. The new flagship reinforces the brand's luxury presence in New York. Kithis set to hold its first runway show since 2019 for its Fall 2025 collection, titled 'Institution.' The event will take place on Sunday, August 17, in New York City, representing the brand's growth from a small sneaker boutique to a major lifestyle empire with locations around the world. The presentation, which will be held outside of the official New York Fashion Week calendar, will feature Kith's signature styles, as well as unannounced collaborations. The invitation for the exclusive event came in a box with the limited-edition Kith x adidas Superstar 'Black Tie' sneaker, a tribute to Ronnie Fieg's early collaborations with the brand.
Hypebeast
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Pharrell Launches New Creative Platform, VIRGINIA
Between leading bespokeJOOPITERauctions, nurturing a lucrativeadidascollaboration, producing chart-topping songs, and heading up the luxury behemoth that isLouis VuittonMen's (amongmanymore duties), Pharrell somehow has the time for more. Today, Skateboard P has officially announced the launch of his new creative alias, community platform, and brand, VIRGINIA, a 'destination where music, fashion, design, and community converge.' The all-new banner will serve as Pharrell's base for future creative projects, which will include live events, limited-edition merch drops, new music, and early access to collaborations. VIRGINIA is both a 'pseudonym and a playground for experimentation, storytelling, and direct connection,' according to an official release. 'Virginia is where I'm from, but it's also who I am creatively. It's my space to dream, and a way to connect with people who are dreaming too,' said Pharrell. To kick things off, Pharrell has debuted VIRGINIA's first full range of limited-edition merchandise, which includes logo-laden apparel, swimwear, beach gear, surfboards, accessories, and home items. Most of the line will be available the home of VIRGINIA, which launches with a takeover from Virginia-based artist Sam Clayman and houses a full-blown virtual karaoke game. Additionally, Pharrell has officially claimedBLACK YACHT ROCK VOL 1 CITY OF LIMITLESS ACCESS, the album he anonymously released in 2024, as the first musical project to reside under the VIRGINIA banner. The record introduced the artist's 'Black yacht rock,' or a sound reimagined 'through the lens of Black musicality and personal memory,' hence the website's domain. Finally, a brand-new VIRGINIA Adistar Jellyfish, Pharrell's latest design for adidas, will be available to shop exclusively on VIRGINIA's platform, ahead of its global launch at the end of this month.
