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New York Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Nearly a third of Americans think they could pass as British
Nearly a third of Americans think they could pass as British, based on their knowledge of UK culture. While 27 percent felt somewhat confident they can nail the British accent, 26 percent admitted they regularly struggle to understand it. This week, they were put to the test when former tennis player and Wimbledon veteran John Isner brought the flavor of The Championships to New York, in a food truck serving strawberries and cream mini cheesecakes. 5 Former tennis player and Wimbledon veteran John Isner brought the flavor of The Championships to New York with a Junior's Cheesecake food truck serving strawberries and cream mini cheesecakes. SWNS 5 27 percent of Americans felt somewhat confident they can do a British accent, but 26 percent admitted they regularly struggle to understand it. SWNS The hilarious clip shows the former-professional attempting his own version of an English accent, with mixed results. He said: 'When it comes to the Brits, Americans across the country feel like they know a thing or two about UK culture, and today I'm 'full of beans' and asking New York City, if they fancy trying a British twist on a New York classic.' The study of 2,000 Americans showed 68 percent have never travelled across the Atlantic, with the main reason people gave to not being able to cross the pond in the future was expense (45 percent). The research was commissioned by The All England Lawn Tennis Club, which stages The Championships, Wimbledon, and is screening the matches from finals weekend at The Hill in New York, in Brooklyn Bridge Park this weekend (July 11 – 13) and has also collaborated with Junior's Cheesecake in the lead-up to the event. Former US tennis player John Isner, who hit the streets of New York in the build up to the event to find out if the locals can walk the walk and talk the talk when it comes to being British, said: 'It's been fantastic to bring a slice of British summer to Manhattan ahead of the finals this weekend.' 5 Isner took to the streets of New York to quiz locals on British culture. SWNS Of those polled, given the chance to catch a flight to watch a sporting event live in the UK, almost a quarter (24 percent) would want to watch The Championships at Wimbledon. As 60 percent believe the tennis tournament is a unique Grand Slam, according to the data. Putting the atmosphere (50 percent), the fact it's played on grass (46 percent) and its charm (36 percent) all among the top reasons why they feel it's special. 5 'As someone who has many fond memories of playing at Wimbledon, I can attest to just how special the atmosphere of The Championships is,' Isner said. SWNS 5 'We are looking forward to once again bringing the action, charm and the strawberries and cream from SW19 to the Hill in New York this summer,' a spokesperson for The All-England Lawn Tennis Club said. SWNS Not to mention the 30 percent who thought the food on offer, with its iconic strawberries and cream was a draw. John continued, 'As someone who has many fond memories of playing at Wimbledon, I can attest to just how special the atmosphere of The Championships is. 'It's brilliant that New Yorkers will have the chance to experience this magic right here in their own city, at Brooklyn Bridge Park this weekend.' A spokesperson for The All-England Lawn Tennis Club added: 'We are looking forward to once again bringing the action, charm and the strawberries and cream from SW19 to the Hill in New York this summer. 'With so many Americans wanting to watch the Championships, but have never been, we are pleased to bring the atmosphere and quintessential Britishness of the event to tennis fans in New York.'
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Did you know these 16 celebrities attended UGA? Music stars, athletes, actors and more
The University of Georgia has long been known for its athletic dominance and academic excellence—but it's also been the starting point for some of the most recognizable names in entertainment, sports, and media. Here's a list of 16 celebrities who once roamed the campus in Athens. Some graduated, others didn't, but all made their mark. Graduating from UGA in 2020, Megan Moroney went from Athens to Nashville, making waves in country music with hits like 'Tennessee Orange.' The American television producer and presenter studied journalism at UGA but left at 19 to chase his Hollywood dreams. Born in Athens, Basinger, an actress, singer, and former fashion model attended UGA. The "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" fan favorite earned a B.A. in music from UGA and grew up in Athens, attending Cedar Shoals High School. Before starring in "Friday Night Lights," Chandler was a drama major at UGA. He left just seven credits short to pursue acting full-time. Not only did the two-time Masters winner attend UGA, he helped lead UGA's golf team to an SEC title in 2000. A basketball legend and UGA's greatest hoops player, Wilkins dominated college ball from 1979–1981 before heading to the NBA. The "Good Eats" creator left UGA just one credit short in 1985. He finally earned his drama degree in 2004 after curriculum changes removed the missing requirement. Known for playing the longest match in tennis history, Isner was a standout for the UGA Bulldogs and graduated with a degree in speech communications. This actor and comedian left UGA with one credit short, but he eventually earned his degree in 2008. years after becoming a sitcom legend for playing Newman on Seinfeld. Holloway, American actor and producer, briefly attended UGA but left after one quarter due to financial constraints. From breaking tackles at Sanford Stadium to starring in the NFL, Gurley played at UGA from 2012–2014 before being drafted 10th overall by the Rams. Before stepping into the UFC, Griffin studied political science at UGA and served as a patrol officer with the university's police department. Davis, former professional athlete, transferred from Long Beach State to UGA, where he played running back for the Bulldogs from 1992-1994 before becoming a Denver Broncos legend. This rock band was formed in 1980 by UGA students: Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and Michael Stipe. According to Vibe Magazine, this rapper expressed plans to enroll to UGA in 2023. Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@ This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: 16 celebrities that went to the University of Georgia
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
5 longest tennis matches in history
(Image via Instagram/ Carlos Alcaraz) Grand Slams are known for their high stakes and epic clashes, but sometimes matches stretch beyond mere contests—it becomes a test of human willpower. From Wimbledon's endless first-round battle to French Open finals of titanic proportions, these extraordinary encounters tested not just skill, but spirit. Here's a look at five of tennis's longest and most unforgettable duels. From historic first rounds to gripping Grand Slam finals, each match demanded more than just physical stamina—it required heart. Let's dive into these marathon moments that pushed athletes, and fans, to their limits. 1. John Isner vs. Nicolas Mahut – (2010 Wimbledon), First Round (11 h 5 m) (Image via The record-holder. This legendary duel spanned three days, concluding at 11 hours and five minutes, with a final set score of 70–68 in games. Neither player blinked: over 183 games, each served more than 100 aces. Isner's victory (6–4, 3–6, 6–7, 7–6, 70–68) remains unmatched in tennis history. Vanity Fair called it 'historic,' with global reactions praising the athletes' resilience and stamina. 2. Rafael Nadal vs. Novak Djokovic – (2012 Australian Open) Final Round (5 h 53 m) (Image via BBC) The longest Grand Slam final to date. Novak Djokovic edged past Rafael Nadal in a brutal five‑set showdown: 5–7, 6–4, 6–2, 6–7(5), 7–5, clocking in at 5 hours and 53 minutes, late into the night. Qualifying as a 'war of attrition,' this match featured stunning 32-shot rallies, went on to become an evidence of two champions pushing human limits. 3. Kevin Anderson vs. John Isner – (2018 Wimbledon) Semifinal (6 h 36 m) (Image via Another Wimbledon saga. In this semi final match, Anderson defeated Isner by 7–6(6), 6–7(5), 6–7(9), 6–4, 26–24, taking 6 hours and 36 minutes. The fifth set alone was a dramatic testament to their resolve. Anderson's victory created a moment of personal triumph after Isner's earlier epic. 4. Novak Djokovic vs. Roger Federer – (2019 Wimbledon) Final (4 h 57 m) (Image via NBC sports) Dubbed the 'War of 13–12,' this final saw Djokovic beat Federer 7–6(7), 1–6, 7–6(7), 4–6, 13–12(7) in just under five hours (4 hours and 57 minutes to be exact). It became the longest Wimbledon final ever and marks the twilight of Federer's major-final appearances. Quiet determination, immense pressure, and a thunderous fifth-set tiebreak defined this classic. 5. Carlos Alcaraz vs. Jannik Sinner – 2025 French Open Final (5 h 29 m) (Image via BBC) The modern marvel. In June 2025, Alcaraz staged a breathtaking comeback in a five-hour, 29‑minute battle, saving three championship points to win at 4–6, 6–7(4), 6–4, 7–6(3), 7–6(10–2). As the longest final in Roland-Garros Open Era history, it tested the limits of youthful endurance and mental grit, ushering in a new era of tennis greatness. These matches weren't just long in time—they were epics, chapters in tennis history shaped by grit, stamina, and the hunger to win. Each sets a benchmark for future generations, proving that in Grand Slams, sometimes the greatest opponent isn't the one across the net—it's time itself.
Telegraph
05-03-2025
- Business
- Telegraph
Nervous bosses to use Tasers for protection after UnitedHealthcare assassination
The company that makes Tasers is poised to roll out a 'covert' weapon to satisfy a surge in demand from nervous chief executives after the head of America's biggest health insurer was shot dead in New York. Axon has told investors that fear among corporate bosses in the wake of the assassination presented a huge growth opportunity for the company. Brian Thompson, who led UnitedHealth Group's insurance arm, was gunned down outside the entrance to the New York Hilton Midtown in December last year. Josh Isner, the president of Axon Enterprise, said it had received a flurry of inquiries from private firms since Thompson's killing, resulting in Axon developing a 'more covert' device adapted for 'an executive security-type scenario'. He told Semafor: 'Over the next year, you might start to hear more about certain chief executives being protected by Taser.' Axon is best known for supplying the Taser, a weapon that fires barbs attached to wires which deliver an incapacitating electric shock, to law enforcement officials. In the aftermath of the attack on the 50-year-old father of two, police officers were seen patrolling outside executives' homes with some even hiring private security. The ramping up of security has been accompanied by greater concerns over privacy, with photos and bios of some executives being removed while public meetings have been held virtually for security reasons. Axon also owns the counter-drone defence technology company Dedrone, which it bought in October last year. The manufacturer lists airports, correctional facilities, critical infrastructure, military and VIPs as its clients. The firm has supplied Swiss Police with a security program for the Global Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and offers 'smart airspace security for VIPs' such as the royal family of Qatar. 'Think about how easy it is to equip a drone with something bad and fly it into something,' Mr Isner said. Axon announced last week that annual revenues had doubled over the past two years to $2.1bn (£1.7bn) amid booming demand from retailers for body cameras and in-store security cameras to combat rising shoplifting. Mr Isner said Axon had signed an 'eight-figure deal' with Loblaws, Canada's largest supermarket chain, last year. In an earnings call last week, he also announced the company had secured the largest contract in its history with an unnamed logistics company.
