In a landmark shift, UFC has inked a seven-year, $7.7 billion deal with Paramount Skydance, ending its pay-per-view era starting 2026. Every UFC event in the US will stream on Paramount+, with major shows on CBS. Dana White credits David Ellison for the swift deal, more than doubling the previous ESPN agreement.
Los Angeles Clippers have signed forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. and a new point guard. Both players are on ‘prove-it’ deals. These moves aim to boost team depth and versatility. Baldwin brings size and shooting. The point guard adds ball-handling skills. The Clippers recently waived Kai Jones and MarJon Beauchamp. They promoted Jordan Miller.
Cam Thomas of Brooklyn Nets wants a big contract. He looks at Jalen Green, Immanuel Quickley, and Tyler Herro for comparison. Thomas wants around $30 to $40 million annually. Contract talks are ongoing as of August 2025. Thomas believes he deserves a significant raise. The Nets must decide whether to meet Thomas’s demands.
With just days until its release, ‘War 2’, part of the YRF Spy Universe starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, is generating significant pre-sales. The film has already sold over 1.26 lakh tickets, with advance sales reaching approximately Rs 4.1 crore, expected to rise further.
An Air India flight AI 2797 from Delhi faced an hour-long delay at Raipur airport due to a technical snag, leaving 160 passengers stranded. The aircraft’s door malfunctioned upon landing, causing confusion and concern among passengers, including Congress MLA Atal Srivastava. Initial lack of explanation from the crew and a temporary power outage heightened unease.
Son of Sardaar 2 faces box office challenges after a promising start. The film’s collections dropped significantly on its eleventh day. It earned only Rs 1 crore on Monday. Total collections stand at approximately Rs 43 crore. Saiyaara and Mahavatar Narsimha provide strong competition. Dhadak 2 earned less. War 2’s release poses a further threat.
Ohio’s transportation law forces public schools to bus private and charter students first, leaving thousands of public school students without rides. In Dayton, families face high transport costs and safety concerns after public bus vouchers were banned. The policy reflects a broader Republican push towards school choice, straining resources and reshaping daily life for communities.
