There’s an enormous buzz around the Matildas as they prepare for a quarter-final showdown with France, but the host nation will have to win without its most recent scorer at this phase of a World Cup. That player would be Ellyse Perry, who is thrilled by how far women’s football has come in the time … Read more
The AFL is still searching for this year’s Grand Final entertainment, less than eight weeks out from the premiership decider, after a second act rejected their offer. But vintage US rockers KISS could end up being the league’s saviours with their Australian tour promoter pushing for their inclusion. Popular Aussie-Kiwi rock band Crowded House has … Read more
Will Kunkel has been named the new sports director for FOX 26 Houston. He starts in September, according to an announcement from the station. FOX 26 Houston Former FOX 26 Houston sports director Mark Berman officially has a replacement following his retirement in June. Susan Schiller, vice president and news director of FOX 26, announced … Read more
On the occasion of fourth of July celebration, the US stock market will remain shut on Tuesday. Two of the largest stock-trading venues in the US, New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will also remain shut on the day. The S&P 500 ended little changed in a holiday-shortened session on Monday, kicking off the second … Read more
Cannes’ Legendary Carlton Hotel Gets a Dazzling Makeover Carlton Hotel Carlton Hotel As the 76th annual Cannes Film Festival winds down, no doubt the biggest start making a return to the Croisette this year was the legendary Carlton hotel, which reopened after an extensive 7-year renovation. In addition to a refresh of the rooms and … Read more