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- 1Ontario raises highway speed limits to 110 km/h●this is a really bad idea. basic physics teaches us that raising speed by 10% raises the carnage in an accident by **21%
Ontario's government has raised speed limits from 100 km/h to 110 km/h on nine sections of provincial highways. Critics are pushing back, arguing that even a 10% increase in driving speed sharply raises the severity of crashes, citing physics: collision energy rises disproportionately with speed, with some saying a 10% faster speed means roughly 21% more carnage in an accident.
- 2Nine scandals that rocked the sporting world●Nine scandals that rocked the sporting world https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/ck62m2n3yezno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaig
BBC Sport has published a roundup of nine scandals that shook the sporting world, revisiting controversies that spanned different sports and eras. The piece highlights how doping, corruption, cheating and off-field misconduct have repeatedly damaged the credibility of major competitions. It offers readers a look back at some of the most damaging episodes in recent sports history and their lasting impact.
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Kazakhstan international defender Nuraly Alip may be leaving Zenit St Petersburg. Reports in Kazakh media say a club that has won nine national titles is seeking to buy him from the Russian side, with details of the negotiations already circulating. The move would take the centre-back back toward Kazakh football, and fans are following the talks closely.
- 4Kettlebell athlete logs rehab workout with front squats and rows●Today's workout warmup, rehab, prehab 18kg KB 5x7 front squats each side 18kg KB 5x6 flat back pull over 18kg KB c+pp re
A fitness enthusiast shared details of their daily training session, built around rehabilitation and prehabilitation work with an 18kg kettlebell. The routine included five sets of seven front squats per side, five sets of six flat back pull overs, and clean and press pyramid ladders from seven down to one repetitions per side, finishing with nine sets of six TRX table top rows.
- 5MetaMask security scare drives Ethereum validator exits to nine-month high●MetaMask security scare pushes Ethereum validator exits to a nine-month high
A security scare involving MetaMask has prompted a wave of Ethereum validator exits, pushing withdrawals to their highest level in nine months. Stakers appear to be pulling back amid concerns about wallet security and the safety of their holdings. The development has unsettled parts of the Ethereum community, with observers watching whether exits continue and what the episode means for confidence in the network's staking ecosystem.
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Special Olympics Missouri has broken ground on a new facility project known as 'The Back Nine'. The construction marks a step forward for the organization's athletic programs in the state, though details about the facility's purpose, location and timeline have not been widely reported. The groundbreaking is drawing attention from local news audiences in Missouri.
- 7Michael Stewart charges into Dunhill lead with back-nine blitz●Right at home: Scotsman Michael Stewart leads Dunhill after back nine blitz
Scotsman Michael Stewart shot to the top of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship leaderboard after a blistering run on his back nine, closing the round with a string of birdies that put him clear of the field. Playing on home soil in Scotland, the 41-year-old delivered the best golf of his season at a moment when few expected him to contend, drawing attention as an unheralded home player taking the early lead at a prestigious event.
- 8Nine celebrity couples who called off their weddings▼9 celebrity couples who called off their weddings — and why
Entertainment Weekly has published a rundown of nine celebrity couples who called off their weddings before the big day, exploring the reasons each engagement ended. The list revisits high-profile breakups and the circumstances that led the pairs to walk away, offering fans a look back at famous romances that never made it down the aisle.
- 9BBC Dad's viral kids, nine years after the famous interview▼BBC Dad gave us one of the internet’s greatest gifts. Nine years later, look at those kids
Robert Kelly, the professor whose children famously interrupted his live BBC interview from his home office in South Korea in 2017, is back in the news with a look at how his family is doing nine years on. The clip of Marion and James wandering in, followed by their mother, became one of the most shared moments of the decade. A new update showing the kids now is drawing warm reactions.
- 10Nine Celebrity Perfume and Beauty Brands Worth a Look▼9 Celebrity Owned Perfume And Beauty Brands Worth Checking Out
A roundup highlights nine celebrity-owned perfume and beauty brands that editors say are worth checking out. The piece spotlights fragrance and cosmetics lines launched by famous names, reflecting the continued growth of celebrity-backed beauty businesses. Coverage of this kind typically points readers toward products that reviewers consider to stand on quality rather than fame alone.
- 11Nine NBA stars change teams ahead of new season●Nine NBA stars switch teams, media day takeaways + The Big Number says goodbye
NBA media day coverage is highlighting nine star players who switched teams during the offseason, rounding up takeaways as players are introduced to their new clubs. The item also marks the final edition of a recurring feature called The Big Number. Fans and analysts are weighing in on how the roster moves could reshape the upcoming season.
- 12Hochul Announces Round Nine Luminate NY Startup Winners●Governor Hochul Announces Round Nine Winners of Luminate NY Startup Accelerator and Competition
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the winners of the ninth round of the Luminate NY startup accelerator and competition in New York. The program, based in Rochester, supports early-stage optics, photonics and imaging companies with funding and mentorship. Details of the winning companies and prize amounts were carried in the announcement.