A man who spent a staggering £12,000 to live out his lifelong ambition of transforming into his favourite canine has revealed how others can follow in his footsteps

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/man-who-spent-12000-turning-34604593

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Would the San Francisco Giants be a better team for adding this former New York Yankees star?

https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/new-york-yankees/news/yankees-40-million-3-time-all-star-predicted-ditch-ny-favor-giants/3f504a17b39f2508854706d3

The UFC’s second-ever card in Saudi Arabia did not start well. After all, the first bout of the Saturday card was pretty controversial for all the wrong reasons. Hamdy Abdelwahab and Jamal Pogues opened the proceedings with their heavyweight clash, which went the distance. But when the official decision came in, most were pretty surprised. […]The post “It Was a Robbery” – Angry UFC Legend Blames Judges for Ruining Dana White’s Successful UFC Saudi Arabia appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-it-was-a-robbery-angry-ufc-legend-blames-judges-for-ruining-dana-whites-successful-ufc-saudi-arabia/

It was the first time that Trackhouse Racing driver Ross Chastain had hit the Bowman Gray track. Before this, the only introduction that the driver had was during the Heat Race, a day back at the mains. Chastain tried to salvage through the entire drive but found himself constantly being restricted by none other than […]The post Ross Chastain Left Frustrated After Former Champion’s Constant Pestering at Bowman Gray appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nascar-news-ross-chastain-left-frustrated-after-former-champions-constant-pestering-at-bowman-gray/

Since the original Model S debuted, all Tesla charging ports are in a deliberate spot on the left rear corner. Tesla Superchargers being designed for that location, making them a pain to park at or use in other electric cars thanks to the placement and length of the charging cords. Why did Tesla choose that particular…Read more...

https://jalopnik.com/elon-musk-chose-the-spot-for-teslas-charging-port-becau-1851752855

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When Brian Thompson, the CEO of United Healthcare, was fatally wounded outside the Hilton Midtown hotel back in December, many got to see a reaction from citizens that wasn’t expected. There were celebratory flyers on the streets of New York after the heinous crime. But was it the right reaction? Definitely not, according to Joe […]The post With Over 208 Million Obese Americans, Joe Rogan Raises the Alarm on the $1.76 Trillion Industry appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-with-over-two-hundred-and-eight-million-obese-americans-joe-rogan-raises-the-alarm-on-the-one-point-seven-six-trillion-dollar-industry/

The transfer window closes at 11pm tonight and Man United have not made an attacking signing since the turn of the year.

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/manchester-united-reject-short-term-30922764

Heads of some of the nation’s biggest companies are pressing both major parties to take a leaf out of the Trump administration by cutting red tape.

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/axe-the-red-tape-big-business-presses-for-trump-like-attack-on-regulation-20250203-p5l954.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_politics_federal

Kanye West and his spouse, Bianca Censori, made a striking appearance at the 2025 Grammy Awards, where the model's daring outfit choice became an instant talking point.

https://socialitelife.com/bianca-censori-wears-a-literal-nude-dress-on-2025-grammy-awards-red-carpet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bianca-censori-wears-a-literal-nude-dress-on-2025-grammy-awards-red-carpet

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The Coalition has yet to reveal the cost of its plan to allow small businesses to claim a tax deduction on work lunches. Labor says it will bust the budget.

https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/the-1-6b-sandwich-labor-calculates-bill-for-dutton-s-free-lunch-pledge-20250203-p5l951.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Enough about Bama’s slip-ups under Kalen DeBoer. Those four powerful punches spoke volumes, and what about the constant comparisons to Saban? We’ve heard every single one. However, let’s change the subject—Alabama’s comeback is underway, and DeBoer is recruiting top-tier players. Crazy, right? The same team that watched players bolt for the portal is now reeling […]The post Kalen DeBoer Turns the Tide for Alabama as Ryan Grubb News Lures Two 5-star Targets Closer From Texas A&M & Ole Miss appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-kalen-deboer-turns-the-tide-for-alabama-as-ryan-grubb-news-lures-two-five-star-targets-closer-from-texas-am-ole-miss/

Kanye West appears to have told his wife, Bianca Censori, to 'make a scene' before she dropped her coat and appeared nude on the Grammy's red carpet.

https://www.hellomagazine.com/celebrities/811545/kanye-west-grammys-demand-bianca-censori/

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The brightest lights in football cast shadows where strategies simmer and legends quietly plot. On Sunday, however, history dangles like a diamond-encrusted carrot: Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs chase a three-peat, a feat untouched in NFL lore. But lurking in their path? A hurricane named Saquon Barkley. The Eagles’ wrecking ball has bulldozed defenses all […]The post Eagles Veteran Shares Gameplan For Andy Reid to Contain Saquon Barkley & Issues Strong Message to Chiefs’ Steve Spagnuolo appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-eagles-veteran-rodney-mcleod-jr-shares-gameplan-for-andy-reid-to-contain-saquon-barkley-issues-strong-message-to-chiefs-steve-spagnuolo/

Here's what's causing the blackouts and how long they're expected to last.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/latest-on-power-outages-in-queenslands-floods-20250203-p5l99s.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Chappell Roan wins best new artist while Lady Gaga and Alicia Keys offer strong support to diverse communities now under threat.

https://www.dailybulletin.com/2025/02/02/grammys-2025-beyonce-wins-her-first-album-of-the-year-kendrick-lamar-wins-big/

#dailybulletin

As President Trump and Elon Musk target wasteful spending by the federal government, they should funnel funds to projects that desperately need them, such as hiring more air traffic personnel and upgrading old systems.

https://www.bostonherald.com/2025/02/03/editorial-safety-in-the-skies-needs-to-be-top-priority-asap/

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More extreme rain and life-threatening flooding are expected across a wide area in the coming hours.

https://www.smh.com.au/national/thousands-without-power-as-deluge-continues-in-queensland-20250203-p5l98m.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

The greatest rivalry in the NBA just got more interesting. The Lakers now have Luka Doncic in their arsenal against their fierce rivals the Celtics. The Celtics are already one up on Doncic, as they defeated the Mavericks last season in the finals to lift their 18th championship. Luka will be looking to settle the […]The post Kristaps Porzingis Offers Solution to Luka Doncic’s Weight Issue as Celtics Locker Room Faces Emotional Trade Fallout appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-kristaps-porzingis-offers-solution-to-luka-doncic-s-weight-issue-as-boston-celtics-locker-room-faces-emotional-trade-fallout/

Labour will try to persuade the electorate that the PN is ‘just as corrupt’ and therefore voters have no choice. That lie is Labour’s only hope of survival

https://timesofmalta.com/article/life-farm.1104554

“Rest in peace, Shancai.” Filipinos mourned the sudden passing of “Meteor Garden” star Barbie Hsu, best known for portraying the poor teenage girl in the phenomenal Asianovela. According to reports, the Taiwanese star died from pneumonia after contracting influenza during a trip to Japan for the Lunar New Year. She was 48. “Our whole family came […]The post ‘Rest in peace, Shancai’: Pinoys mourn ‘Meteor Garden’ star Barbie Hsu’s passing appeared first on Interaksyon.

https://interaksyon.philstar.com/celebrities/2025/02/03/291309/pinoys-mourn-meteor-garden-star-barbie-hsu-passing/

#InterAksyon

CCTV shows an 18-year-old BMW driver losing control and crashing into a bus stop, seriously injuring a little boy, after buying the car that same day.

https://www.sunderlandecho.com/watch-this/teen-crash-bus-stop-seriously-injuring-boy-video-4971237

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The dominant narrative in the UFC world is that Israel Adesanya is essentially done. After all, the former middleweight champ turns 36 this year, and with his shocking loss to Nassourdine Imavov on Saturday, is 1-4 in his last five fights. Most feel that the Kiwi-Nigerian’s advancing age and recent record all but prove that […]The post “He’s Got Another Run” – Israel Adesanya Faces Surprising Verdict Despite Brutal Loss to Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Saudi Arabia appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-hes-got-another-run-israel-adesanya-faces-surprising-verdict-despite-brutal-loss-to-nassourdine-imavov-at-ufc-saudi-arabia/

Leslie Green, 70, was enjoying a family holiday at a four-star resort in the Canary Islands when he was struck down with salmonella and rushed to hospital where he later died

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/brit-dad-dies-salmonella-family-34601190

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Two of the largest and most deadly wildfires to ravage southern California are fully contained, state officials announced Sunday.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2025/02/02/fires-contained-officials-assess-future/9941738547420/

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2 minutes remained in the Super Bowl. The quarterback got the ball and raised his arm to pass it. But out of nowhere, a defensive end sneaked through the pocket. His left arm raised, hitting the ball out of QB’s hands, while his empty hand completed the motion. The QB was Tom Brady, the DE […]The post Jalen Hurts Injured Teammate Sends Strong Super Bowl Message for Locker Room as DE Uses Eagles Great’s Return for Motivation appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-jalen-hurts-injured-teammate-brandon-graham-sends-strong-super-bowl-message-for-locker-room-as-de-uses-eagles-greats-hollis-thomas-return-for-motivation/

The pop star sported 60 carats-worth of rubies on the red carpet — including the special charm she designed in collaboration with Lorraine Schawrtz.

https://pagesix.com/2025/02/02/style/taylor-swift-reps-travis-kelce-with-custom-ruby-leg-chain-at-grammys/

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Indiana basketball fans are always ready to stir the pot, and this time, Sheryl Swoopes is in the pot. The Hall of Famer found herself trending after DeWanna Bonner, a two-time WNBA champ, joined Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. Bonner’s signing has fans hyped, but it also brought Swoopes’ critiques of Clark back into […]The post Indiana Fans Attack Sheryl Swoopes Online as 2X WNBA Champion Becomes Caitlin Clark’s Newest Fever Teammate appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/wnba-baskeball-news-indiana-fans-attack-sheryl-swoopes-online-as-two-time-wnba-champion-dewanna-bonner-becomes-caitlin-clark-s-newest-fever-teammate/

Trump ordered sweeping tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada and China, demanding that the countries curb the flow of fentanyl — and illegal immigrants in the case of Canada and Mexico

https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/canada-to-take-legal-action-against-us-for-tariffs/article69174689.ece

The reality of their situation hit a whole lot harder after the Islanders' 6-3 defeat to the Panthers on Sunday in which they nearly rallied to yet another absurd victory before finally running out of gas, ceding a hat trick to Carter Verhaeghe.

https://nypost.com/2025/02/02/sports/depleted-islanders-lose-to-panthers-end-win-streak-at-seven/

#Post

Looks like Alabama Crimson Tide HC Kalen DeBoer no longer wants any mess up. He knows how the seat can get hot. After all, replacing the GOAT Nick Saban is no easy task. But atleast he can try to make some shifts that might help him earn the Alabama fans’ trust little by little. Amidst […]The post Kalen DeBoer Clears Stance on OC Nick Sheridan as Alabama HC Reunites With Ryan Grubb appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-kalen-deboer-clears-stance-on-oc-nick-sheridan-as-alabama-hc-reunites-with-ryan-grubb/

After a blockbuster move sent Fox from Sacramento to San Antonio, there could be some issues with him retaining his current No. 5 jersey number.

https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nba/news/jersey-number-deaaron-fox-spurs-kings-san-antonio-castle/7f7cd40cd62f2cb55911537e

6’3″ and 252 pounds Abdul Carter is potentially the no. 1 pick in this year’s NFL Draft. Switching off his role from linebacker to Edge this season, the Penn State player recorded 12 sacks and 24 tackles for loss over 16 games last year. However, now with his new strong stance on Philadelphia Eagles’s Jalen […]The post Projected #1 Pick Confirms Strong Stance on Jalen Hurts After NFL Announced Double Punishment for Eagles appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-abdul-carter-projected-one-pick-confirms-strong-stance-on-jalen-hurts-after-nfl-announced-double-punishment-for-eagles/

The pop star could be seen waving Erivo over to her table as the "Wicked" star searched for her assigned seat at Sunday's show.

https://pagesix.com/2025/02/02/entertainment/taylor-swift-cynthia-erivo-share-seat-in-grammys-2025-crowd/

#Post

Five-division champion Claressa Shields is looking to become an undisputed heavyweight champion in her fight against Danielle Perkins of Brooklyn, New York. The pair came face-to-face on Saturday for their final weigh-ins before the big night. In the meantime, Shields seems to have acknowledged a blunder that could cost her the fight.  You see, the […]The post Claressa Shields Admits to Big Blunder Before Danielle Perkins Fight appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/boxing-news-claressa-shields-admits-to-big-blunder-before-danielle-perkins-fight/

NASA has shared details of what to look out for in the night sky this month, with the moon appearing alongside a parade of planets.

https://www.digitaltrends.com/space/february-is-a-month-of-bright-planets/

#digitaltrends

The trade window is reminding us no one in the NBA is safe. If you’re still reeling from the Anthony Davis-Luka Doncic trade I’ve got news for you. Although it will not top the shock that we received yesterday but it’s still huge. The Kings were itching to trade Fox as the deadline loomed closer. […]The post NBA Trade Deadline: Warriors Face Heartbreak as Zach LaVine & De’Aaron Fox Deal Cornered Them With 2 Options appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-nba-trade-deadline-golden-state-warriors-face-heartbreak-as-zach-lavine-deaaron-fox-deal-cornered-them-with-two-options-jimmy-butler-nikola-vucevic/

Benson Boone made his debut GRAMMYs performance at Sunday's ceremony, and wowed the crowd during his time on stage.The post Benson Boone Backflips Through a Breathtaking Grammys Performance of “Beautiful Things” appeared first on American Songwriter.

https://americansongwriter.com/benson-boone-backflips-through-a-breathtaking-grammys-performance-of-beautiful-things/

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Two more NBA All-Star guards are switching teams in the wake of all the Luka Doncic craziness.

https://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/spurs_land_deaaron_fox_in_another_bombshell_trade/s1_127_41686167

#Yardbarker

In his pre-fame days, Teddy Swims bounced from genre to genre. The Georgia-born artist played in Atlanta-area bands whose repertoires ranged from alternative rock to post-hardcore. Swims (real name: Jaten Dimsdale) drummed up career buzz by posting musical covers to his YouTube channel in 2019. Racking up millions of views, he signed with Warner Records. […]The post Teddy Swims Makes Grammys Audience “Lose Control” With a Superb Vocal Performance appeared first on American Songwriter.

https://americansongwriter.com/teddy-swims-makes-grammys-audience-lose-control-with-a-superb-vocal-performance/

#americansongwriter

A source exclusively tells Page Six that Censori's shocking outfit was a nod to West's 2024 cover art.

https://pagesix.com/2025/02/02/entertainment/kanye-west-bianca-censori-attempted-to-recreate-vultures-album-cover-at-grammys-2025/

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A woman has been hospitalized after she was struck by a car early Sunday morning, according to Boston police.The post Pedestrian in critical condition after being struck by car in Boston appeared first on Boston.com.

https://www.boston.com/news/local-news/2025/02/02/pedestrian-in-critical-condition-after-being-struck-by-car/

#boston

Beyoncé was supported by her husband Jay-Z and daughter Blue Ivy Carter, 13, at the 2025 Grammys during her country music win, which was presented by Taylor Swift

https://www.hellomagazine.com/film/811242/beyonce-supported-by-blue-ivy-jay-z-country-music-win-at-grammys/

#hellomagazine

Donald Trump said that "certain classes of people" in South Africa were being treated "very badly" and that he would cut off funding for the country until the matter is investigated.

https://nypost.com/2025/02/02/us-news/trump-to-cut-off-funding-for-south-africa-claiming-certain-classes-of-people-are-being-treated-very-badly/

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