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.
New York Daily News reports that baseball pitcher Scott has taken a significant step in his recovery from a UCL sprain in his right elbow, throwing off a mound for the first time since landing on the injured list in July. Despite being limited in his pitch selection, Scott is expected to use his full arsenal in his next mound session. The player had a 4.56 ERA in nine starts prior to his injury. This news is brought to you exclusively by CBS Sports and Commissioner.com, with images courtesy of Getty Images and Imagn.
With time running out on transfer deadline day, Manchester United are still actively looking to make moves in the transfer market. The Red Devils are eyeing deals to bring in the likes of Jadon Sancho and Raheem Sterling while also sending players such as Scott McTominay out on loan. Discussions are ongoing within the club over the benefits of signing Sterling and his potential involvement in a swap deal for Sancho, with Juventus also in the mix for the winger's signature. Meanwhile, United are also making moves to secure their young players' development through loan deals.
The highly anticipated FIBA U18 Asia Cup 2024, known for showcasing top young basketball talent, is set to start in Amman, Jordan from September 2-9. India, fresh off their SABA Qualifiers win, will compete against tough opponents such as South Korea, Iran, and Kuwait in the group stage. Coach Scott Flemming makes his return as head coach, accompanied by former India international Narendra Grewal. The top four teams from this tournament will secure spots in the 2025 FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup in Switzerland.
Manchester United's Scott McTominay, who is on the verge of being sold to Napoli for £25 million, allegedly had a heated confrontation with a teammate last season. Despite interest from Fulham, the midfielder is now expected to move to Italy pending a successful agreement on personal terms and a medical. This news comes after McTominay's impressive season where he scored 10 goals, but also reportedly caused some tension in the dressing room.