With fresh faces back in the game, Scotland looks to shake off its recent string of losses in preparation for their match against Croatia. Key players such as John McGinn, Scott McKenna, Jack Hendry, Greg Taylor, Lawrence Shankland, and Tommy Conway are back in action, adding a new energy and perspective to the team. The spotlight is on Steve Clarke as fans eagerly anticipate the announcement of the starting XI and formation for the upcoming Nations League games.
Senator John Thune of South Dakota has been elected as the new majority leader for Senate Republicans, replacing Mitch McConnell. Thune, who has promised to collaborate closely with President-elect Donald Trump, won the internal election against competitors John Cornyn and Rick Scott. As the GOP prepares to take majority control of the Senate, Thune will have the challenging task of managing a divided conference, navigating Trump's demands, and securing policy wins for the new administration.
In a momentous shift of power within the GOP, South Dakota Senator John Thune has been elected as the next Senate majority leader, replacing Mitch McConnell. Thune promised to work closely with President-elect Donald Trump, despite their past differences, and will play a crucial role in enacting Trump's policy agenda. By securing the majority support of Republican senators in two rounds of secret ballots, Thune emerged victorious over competitors John Cornyn and Rick Scott. As the first competitive election for Senate leader in three decades, Thune's victory represents a new era in the GOP and a test of his leadership abilities.
Ahead of the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Australian paceman Scott Boland is determined to keep Indian batter KL Rahul under pressure. Rahul, whose performance in Australia has been relatively mediocre, will be facing Boland in the four-day A-Team match. Boland wants to capitalize on this opportunity and keep Rahul struggling for the entire series, making him a key target for Australia.
The terrifying horror film, Smile 2, is back with Naomi Scott and Kyle Gallner reprising their roles from the first installment. The end credits may not provide any clues for fans about where the franchise is heading, but the final scene of the film leaves the door open for a potential third movie. Directed by Parker Finn, Smile 2 promises to be on a larger scale than its predecessors, with a global pop star and recurring detective character leading the way. Be prepared for chills and thrills as Smile 2 hits theaters nationwide this Friday.
As college basketball season approaches, Illinois coach Brad Underwood took the stage at Big Ten Media Days to share insights about his team and the upcoming season. Fans can sign up for a daily basketball newsletter from Illini beat writer and AP Top 25 voter Scott Richey for more updates and analysis on Illinois and the world of college basketball.
Scotland suffered a disappointing defeat at the hands of Poland in the UEFA Nations League, losing 3-2 thanks to a stoppage time penalty. The match began on a sour note for Scotland as a poor giveaway led to a long-range strike from Sebastian Szymanski giving Poland an early lead. Despite creating chances and initially equalizing through Scott McTominay, the goal was disallowed for handball, leaving Scotland to fight an uphill battle for the rest of the match.
The life of eccentric 19th century aristocrat, Henry Cyril Paget, the fifth Marquess of Anglesey, is being brought to the big screen in the film "Madfabulous". Starring Callum Scott Howells from Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf, the film tells the story of a man ahead of his time, who dressed in elaborate jewelled costumes and invited the public to watch his flamboyant performances in a theatre he built on his Plas Newydd estate in Llanfairpwllgwyngyll. With a Welsh cast and crew, "Madfabulous" sheds light on a lesser known historical figure and celebrates his legacy.
Manchester United have secured a major deal with PSG to bring midfielder Manuel Ugarte to Old Trafford for an initial fee of £42.2m, with the potential to rise to £50.7m through add-ons. Ugarte, who has been a primary midfield target for United throughout the window, has always had his heart set on a move to the club and is expected to have a medical and finalize personal terms on Tuesday. His arrival may also mark the departure of Scott McTominay, who is close to finalizing a move to Napoli.
Manchester United's manager Erik ten Hag, who took over in 2018, has made a huge impact on the team's squad, as shown by the 23 players who have left during his tenure. These include youngsters like Scott McTominay, Mason Greenwood, and Tahith Chong, who have all made appearances with the first team. However, United has also managed to offload senior players like Rafael Varane, Paul Pogba, and Edinson Cavani, trimming the first-team group by around eight players. This successful overhaul shows a promising future for Manchester United.