Coryn Labecki (Jumbo-Visma) launched her sprint early on the final lap to win the elite women's criterium crown at the USA Cycling Pro Road Championships in Knoxville on Friday evening. She made her winning move on an uphill section with 500 metres and four corners to go, and held it to the finish line.
A last-minute deal between the federation and Radiotelevisione italiana (Rai) came to the rescue to salvage the race. The agreement ensures the broadcasting of race footage, with a financial commitment from the federation. Although the exact amount is expected to be substantial, it is said to be lower than the 730,000 Euro that...
Can Vingegaard defend? Will Pogačar shake off injury? Who could play spoiler? Will Cavendish make history? It all plays out during three weeks in July.
The first thing you must know about Gino Mäder is that he had unbelievable charisma. He had an air about him that drew everyone in. He had deep, understanding eyes and a rather serious visage mediated by an afro-like shock of curly brown hair that, when I met him for the first time in August of 2021, he had shaved off. The...
The Department of Homeland Security’s Inspector General has launched a criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the destruction of Secret Service text messages that may have been relevant to inquiries about the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, two sources familiar with the matter told NBC News.
A recent ProPublica investigation showed how ICWA was being unevenly applied in some states, breaking up Native American families that should have received additional protections under the law. There’s still room for improvement, advocates say.
In 2020, along with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a dramatic spike in murders in the United States. This increase in lethal violence, understandably, was covered extensively in national and local media outlets. Yet, much of this coverage lacked critical context. While the increase in murders was significant, the...
For anyone interested, the State Bar of California will livestream John Eastman’s disciplinary hearing tomorrow, June 20 at 10 AM PT. #law #lawfedi #lawprofs #lawyers #democracy #politics #USpol...
After Gino Mäder and another rider crashed, criticisms emerged about the race layout, which put the finish line down a steep descent. The police also say they're investigating the incident.
Almost all banking is online now, so you have access to your accounts if you have your passwords. But if something happens to you, do your loved ones know how to access those accounts?...
After 35 years on display in a zoo, living in a quarter-acre with no other elephants, Mundi is sharing 850 acres in Attapulgus, GA with fellow elephants Bo and Tarra.
In the scramble before the recent end of Texas’s legislative session, a must-pass bill was amended to impose new costs upon renewable energy. This came amid a barrage of anti-solar and wind power measures pushed forward by Republicans to reshape a state that has become the US’s powerhouse of clean energy....
According to the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 60% of trips are less than six miles, and three-quarters of all trips are less than 10 miles. We have noted before that this is the fastest ride to zero-carbon; almost anyone can ride an e-bike for six miles under almost any conditions. If there were safe places...
In a surprise move, LIV Golf announced Tuesday the end to its litigation against the PGA Tour and a planned a merger with the very golf tour that it once called a monopoly.
This week, the local gas utility, Eversource, broke ground on a networked geothermal system that will connect to around 40 buildings, including low-income apartments, single-family homes, small businesses, and the neighborhood fire station. Instead of burning fossil fuels for heat, the buildings will rely on zero-emissions heat...
When fire engulfed the Paris landmark in 2019, the intricate maze of medieval beams supporting the roof fell to the cathedral floor. Experts are working to restore the church by the end of 2024.
Biniam Girmay takes stage 2 of the Tour de Suisse 2023 whie holding off Jumbo-Visma's Wout Van Aert. Website: https://www.flobikes.com/Subscribe: http://bit....
Jonas Vingegaard warmed up for the defence of his Tour de France crown by winning the 75th Criterium du Dauphine on Sunday, underlining his credentials as one of the favourites for cycling's biggest race, which starts on July 1.
By a vote of 5-4 on Thursday, the justices issued a major voting rights decision, ruling that Alabama’s new congressional map likely violates the Voting Rights Act. But even more significantly, the court declined an invitation to adopt an interpretation of the act that would have made it much more difficult to challenge...
Coryn Labecki wins women's criterium at US Pro Road Championships ( www.cyclingnews.com )
Coryn Labecki (Jumbo-Visma) launched her sprint early on the final lap to win the elite women's criterium crown at the USA Cycling Pro Road Championships in Knoxville on Friday evening. She made her winning move on an uphill section with 500 metres and four corners to go, and held it to the finish line.
Giro Donne 2023 saved in 11th hour ( cyclingmagazine.ca )
A last-minute deal between the federation and Radiotelevisione italiana (Rai) came to the rescue to salvage the race. The agreement ensures the broadcasting of race footage, with a financial commitment from the federation. Although the exact amount is expected to be substantial, it is said to be lower than the 730,000 Euro that...
Tour de France offers gripping third act in Vingegaard v Pogacar battle ( www.theguardian.com )
Two favourites going head-to-head is an enthralling prospect in a Tour de France designed for climbers rather than sprinters
Is the Giro Donne even happening? Well, it looks like it is! ( escapecollective.com )
A quiet yet significant reduction in the prize money on offer is just one sign that the situation isn't great.
2023 Tour de France race preview: Can anyone topple the Pogačar-Vingegaard duopoly? ( velo.outsideonline.com )
Can Vingegaard defend? Will Pogačar shake off injury? Who could play spoiler? Will Cavendish make history? It all plays out during three weeks in July.
Kate Wagner on gino mäder ( derailleur.substack.com )
The first thing you must know about Gino Mäder is that he had unbelievable charisma. He had an air about him that drew everyone in. He had deep, understanding eyes and a rather serious visage mediated by an afro-like shock of curly brown hair that, when I met him for the first time in August of 2021, he had shaved off. The...
Apple Is Taking On Apples in a Truly Weird Trademark Battle ( www.wired.com )
Apple, the company, wants rights to the image of apples, the fruit, in Switzerland—one of dozens of countries where it’s flexing its legal muscles.
The Department of Homeland Security’s Inspector General has DHS watchdog has launched criminal probe into destruction of Jan. 6 Secret Service text messages, sources say ( www.nbcnews.com )
The Department of Homeland Security’s Inspector General has launched a criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the destruction of Secret Service text messages that may have been relevant to inquiries about the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, two sources familiar with the matter told NBC News.
No one knows how to beat SD Worx, but Kasia Niewiadoma has some ideas ( escapecollective.com )
SD Worx was again dominant at the Tour de Suisse, but aggressive racing showed some rivals are trying to crack the code.
The Supreme Court Upheld the Indian Child Welfare Act. The Long Struggle to Implement the Law Continues. ( www.propublica.org )
A recent ProPublica investigation showed how ICWA was being unevenly applied in some states, breaking up Native American families that should have received additional protections under the law. There’s still room for improvement, advocates say.
US murder rate declines dramatically in 2023 — but you probably haven't heard about it ( popular.info )
In 2020, along with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a dramatic spike in murders in the United States. This increase in lethal violence, understandably, was covered extensively in national and local media outlets. Yet, much of this coverage lacked critical context. While the increase in murders was significant, the...
For anyone interested, the State Bar of California will livestream John Eastman’s disciplinary hearing tomorrow, June 20 at 10 AM PT. ( awscommunity.social )
For anyone interested, the State Bar of California will livestream John Eastman’s disciplinary hearing tomorrow, June 20 at 10 AM PT. #law #lawfedi #lawprofs #lawyers #democracy #politics #USpol...
Cyclist Gino Mäder, 26, dies after a high-speed crash in Tour de Suisse stage 6; Magnus Sheffield also hospitalized ( www.npr.org )
After Gino Mäder and another rider crashed, criticisms emerged about the race layout, which put the finish line down a steep descent. The police also say they're investigating the incident.
Write your passwords down and keep them in a safe place
Almost all banking is online now, so you have access to your accounts if you have your passwords. But if something happens to you, do your loved ones know how to access those accounts?...
Mundi the elephant finds peace in a southwest Georgia preserve ( news.wfsu.org )
After 35 years on display in a zoo, living in a quarter-acre with no other elephants, Mundi is sharing 850 acres in Attapulgus, GA with fellow elephants Bo and Tarra.
The Koch-Funded Group Undermining US Clean Energy Goals ( www.motherjones.com )
In the scramble before the recent end of Texas’s legislative session, a must-pass bill was amended to impose new costs upon renewable energy. This came amid a barrage of anti-solar and wind power measures pushed forward by Republicans to reshape a state that has become the US’s powerhouse of clean energy....
Off-White Lands U.S. Registration for "FOR WALKING" Trademark ( www.thefashionlaw.com )
Off-White has an interesting new trademark registration in its arsenal for “FOR WALKING” … for use on footwear.
EU regulator orders Google to sell part of ad-tech business ( www.theguardian.com )
Competition commission accuses firm of favouring its own services to detriment of rivals
It's Time For Everyone to Stop Ignoring E-Bikes ( www.treehugger.com )
According to the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 60% of trips are less than six miles, and three-quarters of all trips are less than 10 miles. We have noted before that this is the fastest ride to zero-carbon; almost anyone can ride an e-bike for six miles under almost any conditions. If there were safe places...
PGA Tour Merger With LIV Golf Should Cause Concern For Antitrust Regulators ( www.forbes.com )
In a surprise move, LIV Golf announced Tuesday the end to its litigation against the PGA Tour and a planned a merger with the very golf tour that it once called a monopoly.
A rural Georgia school bus company goes big on EVs - Marketplace ( www.marketplace.org )
The 95-year-old Blue Bird Corp. sees its future in electric school buses, with a boost from federal incentives.
In this Massachusetts neighborhood, nearly every home is switching to geothermal energy ( www.fastcompany.com )
This week, the local gas utility, Eversource, broke ground on a networked geothermal system that will connect to around 40 buildings, including low-income apartments, single-family homes, small businesses, and the neighborhood fire station. Instead of burning fossil fuels for heat, the buildings will rely on zero-emissions heat...
EF will start a women's team in 2024; wait, what? - Escape Collective ( escapecollective.com )
An all-new team will likely replace the Linda Jackson-run outfit EF currently sponsors.
America’s Long, Tortured Journey to Build EV Batteries ( www.bloomberg.com )
The fall of startup A123 still haunts the US decades later—and reveals everything that’s wrong with America's approach to innovation.
Aileen Cannon’s Previous Rulings About Trump Demand Her Recusal ( slate.com )
Ultimately, Judge Cannon should do the ethical thing and recuse herself. If she chooses not to, she should be removed.
To rebuild Notre Dame's fire-ravaged roof, carpenters use centuries-old techniques ( www.npr.org )
When fire engulfed the Paris landmark in 2019, the intricate maze of medieval beams supporting the roof fell to the cathedral floor. Experts are working to restore the church by the end of 2024.
Girmay Holds Off Van Aert at Tour de Suisse Stage 2 ( www.youtube.com )
Biniam Girmay takes stage 2 of the Tour de Suisse 2023 whie holding off Jumbo-Visma's Wout Van Aert. Website: https://www.flobikes.com/Subscribe: http://bit....
Tour Féminin des Pyrénées called off over safety issues ( www.cyclingnews.com )
UCI takes decision to scrap final stage after dangerous incidents and rider protests
Vingegaard wins Criterium du Dauphine ahead of Tour de France title defence ( www.reuters.com )
Jonas Vingegaard warmed up for the defence of his Tour de France crown by winning the 75th Criterium du Dauphine on Sunday, underlining his credentials as one of the favourites for cycling's biggest race, which starts on July 1.
Supreme Court upholds Section 2 of Voting Rights Act ( www.scotusblog.com )
By a vote of 5-4 on Thursday, the justices issued a major voting rights decision, ruling that Alabama’s new congressional map likely violates the Voting Rights Act. But even more significantly, the court declined an invitation to adopt an interpretation of the act that would have made it much more difficult to challenge...