The WNBA said a social media post showing stars Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese appearing to bet $400 on the outcome of a game between their teams “missed the mark,” but neither player will face punishment over the wager, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter.
Indiana Coach Curt Cignetti Focuses on Avoiding Complacency in Title Defense
Curt Cignetti is making complacency one of his biggest concerns as Indiana prepares to defend its national championship. The Hoosiers coach says he is “stalking complacency” after guiding the program through one of the most dramatic turnarounds in college football, including a 2025 national title and College Football Playoff appearances in each of his first two seasons.
Baker Mayfield Feels Disrespected by Buccaneers After Contract Extension Talks Stall
Baker Mayfield says he feels “disrespected” and undervalued by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after the team failed to agree to the contract extension he wanted. The two-time Pro Bowl quarterback will play the final season of his current three-year, $100 million contract while focusing on producing his best football.
US Cyclospora Outbreak Hits Taco Bell Sales as Customers Avoid Lettuce
Taco Bell has seen a decline in U.S. sales amid customer concerns over a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce, with Yum Brands reporting that the chain’s same-store sales fell 2% so far in the July-September period. The update comes after the outbreak was connected to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants in several U.S. states.
Nirmal Purja Among 10 Climbers Feared Missing After Avalanche on Pakistan’s Broad Peak
Nirmal Purja, the Nepal-born former Royal Marine and renowned mountaineer, is among 10 climbers feared missing after an avalanche struck Pakistan’s Broad Peak on Thursday. Pakistani mountaineering officials said the avalanche hit the 8,047-metre (26,400 ft) mountain in the Karakoram range around midday, after which there was no further communication with the international climbing team.
UEFA Threatens World Cup Boycott If FIFA Pushes Ahead With Private Investment Plan
UEFA and its 55 member associations have voted to boycott FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, if FIFA proceeds with plans to allow private investors to acquire stakes in its major competitions. The decision followed an emergency meeting on Thursday over FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s proposal to create a new commercial subsidiary to manage major events.




