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Fox Sports
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Mauricio Pochettino Sets Bar for USA in 2026: 'Win The World Cup'
The 2026 World Cup is less than one year away and, as one of the co-hosts, the United States men's national team will face some big expectations. So, what would success look like for USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino at next year's 48-team tournament held across Canada, Mexico, and the U.S., making it the largest edition in history? He believes this team can win it all. "I'm not selling nothing that cannot be possible," Pochettino told FOX Sports' Tom Rinaldi. "Anything is possible in football, in soccer." Pochettino has previously coached at notable European clubs like Tottenham Hotspur, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea. He's led top international players like Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, and Kylian Mbappe. It was therefore a seismic move when U.S. Soccer hired him in 2023 to lead the men's team following a disappointing showing at the Copa América, also hosted in the United States. "I see this as an exciting challenge," Pochettino explained to Rinaldi about why he took this job. "It's an important opportunity to build together a legacy and make history." But it hasn't been easy for Pochettino since his arrival. Two losses in March to Panama and Canada. Two more last week ahead of the Gold Cup, which kicks off Saturday and will be the last competitive tournament before next year's big event. The Argentinian manager is trying to instill a culture into a squad that has often fallen short of expectations against top teams from around the world. "The problem here in the USA is that soccer is seen as a nice game to play," Pochettino said. "But in different countries, it's a game to compete, it's a fight … it's a sport war." Pochettino spoke with Rinaldi ahead of the USMNT's two most recent friendlies -- losses to Turkey and Switzerland. Pochettino's roster that heads into the Gold Cup is missing star players such as Christian Pulisic, who opted to miss the tournament following a long season at AC Milan. "We need to understand that soccer is a collective team, the USMNT is bigger than any name," Pochettino explained. Pulisic said earlier this week that he offered to play the two friendlies but was denied by the coaching staff. For Pochettino, he's keeping his focus on the roster he has this summer as the countdown to the World Cup truly gets underway. "I'm excited, I cannot wait," he said. "I hope tomorrow it would start." It will come soon enough, and the eyes of the U.S. – and the world – will be on him. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Get more from FIFA Men's World Cup Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Premium brand pet food plant opens in Rockingham County
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A premium brand pet food plant is coming to the Triad all the way from Italy. Farmina Pet Foods will be opening its first-ever U.S. manufacturing plant in Rockingham County. It's a major investment for the region. FPF's owner and CEO, Dr. Angelo Russo, said that it was North Carolina's hospitality, good conditions for economic growth and an abundance of qualified workers that stood out to them. For Rockingham County, it will bring up to 300 more jobs and technologies from around the world. North Carolina Senator Phil Berger said now is a fascinating time for the pet industry. 'Fewer people are having kids, but … more getting dogs … and cats. I don't want to forget about our feline friends, but it's something people care a great deal about,' Berger said. Berger described FPF as one of the most reputable pet food brands that will bring a lot of growth to the local economy. 'Good, high-paying manufacturing jobs. Great for Rockingham County,' he said. In Reidsville, FPF will be opening its first U.S. manufacturing facility, and they have ambitious plans to deliver the best quality pet foods. FPF's North America CEO, Loris Rinaldi, said it was a $115 million investment. He is confident that it will be worth it for both the company and the county. 'This facility is designed to expand and have three times the production capacity we have today, and that additional investment is for the 300 people that will run this facility 24/7,' Rinaldi said. The facility will run with some cutting-edge technology. 'All of our bags are packed with nitrogen, which keeps everything fresh until you open the bag,' Rinaldi said. After having facilities in Italy and South America, this would be FPF's fifth facility, and they could not have found a better place to start off their North American venture. 'Your kind welcome … Economically speaking, the good conditions you give to us and a lot of qualified workers,' Russo said. Russo said this is just the beginning of the journey. According to Rinaldi, they will import machines from Japan, Italy and France for their technology. FPF's production will begin in July. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Market Online
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Market Online
Cipher Pharmaceuticals' Natroba granted Medicaid preferred status in Illinois
Cipher Pharmaceuticals (TSX:CPH), a profitable specialty pharma company, reports that its Natroba treatment for scabies and head lice has been upgraded to preferred status by the state of Illinois Concurrently, the state has downgraded Natroba's main competitor, Permethrin 5%, to non-preferred status Cipher is a specialty pharmaceutical company with a diversified portfolio of commercial and early to late-stage products, mainly in dermatology Cipher Pharmaceuticals stock has added 50.23 per cent year-over-year and 1,322.22 per cent since 2020 Cipher Pharmaceuticals (TSX:CPH), a profitable specialty pharma company, reports that its Natroba treatment for scabies and head lice has been upgraded to preferred status by the state of Illinois. Concurrently, the state has downgraded Natroba's main competitor, Permethrin 5%, to non-preferred status. According to Tuesday's news release, the changes mean that 'all Medicaid treatments for scabies and Permethrin 5% prescriptions in the state must first step through Natroba being the preferred treatment in Illinois.' The company believes that recent studies showing parasitic resistance to Permethrin played a determining factor in the updated preferred drug listing. See work by Rinaldi and Simonart for further reference. Cipher has delivered positive net income over the past five fiscal years, with a high of US$26.64 million in 2022, and grew revenue by 58 per cent in 2024 thanks to increasing market share and the acquisition of Natroba. Investors have collected an over 1,300 per cent return since 2020. Leadership insights 'The medical decision made by the state of Illinois is just another example of the effectiveness of Natroba (Spinosad) and what clear growth potential for the product remains ahead of us,' Craig Mull, Cipher Pharmaceuticals' interim chief executive officer, said in a statement. 'We believe it is only a matter of time until more state pharmacy directors require step-through of Natroba representing the standard of care in the treatment of scabies and head lice. We are in active discussions with other U.S. states to build upon this recent success, and we continue to believe there is significant potential outside the U.S. to out-license Natroba whereby lice resistance to Permethrin-based products is a pervasive worldwide issue and whereby Natroba fills an unmet need.' About Cipher Pharmaceuticals Cipher is a specialty pharmaceutical company with a diversified portfolio of commercial and early to late-stage products, mainly in dermatology. The company markets its products in Canada, South America and the United States. Cipher Pharmaceuticals stock (TSX:CPH) is up by 3.31 per cent on the news trading at C$12.80 as of 10:01 am. The stock has added 50.23 per cent year-over-year and 1,322.22 per cent since 2020. Join the discussion: Find out what everybody's saying about this pharmaceuticals stock on the Cipher Pharmaceuticals Inc. Bullboard and check out Stockhouse's stock forums and message boards. The material provided in this article is for information only and should not be treated as investment advice. For full disclaimer information, please click here. (Top photo: Cipher Pharmaceuticals)
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Yahoo
Police across US warn about new, high-tech key fob thefts
Police have a warning for car drivers: criminals reportedly have a new, high-tech way to steal your vehicle – without ever touching a key. It's called a ProPad, which ABC News reports is a tool typically used by locksmiths. Now, it's being abused to clone key fobs and program new ones. ALSO READ: Suspects accused of stealing hundreds of cars with key fob devices in Charlotte One woman told ABC's Detroit affiliate WXYZ that she watched her own car being stolen from her driveway in the middle of the night. 'I watched somebody drive off with my car,' Kristina Rinaldi said. WXYZ reports Rinaldi's vehicle was ultimately recovered after a police chase, but was totaled. And now across the country, police are tracking thieves who've used ProPad-like devices. The thefts reportedly only take minutes. In the video above, ABC's Alison Kosik explains how. WATCH BELOW: Morganton man accused of stealing from firefighters, church
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Beardsley's Zoo hosts ‘Party for the Planet'
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WNTH) — Beardsley's Zoo celebrated Earth Day early with a 'Party for the Planet' on Saturday. The event featured educational hands-on activities, sustainability-themed exhibits and conservation efforts from the community. University of New Haven hosts sustainability fair focusing on Long Island Sound 'This is a community effort, right,' said Associate Curator of Education Carolyn Rinaldi. 'We're Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo. We're the only zoo in Connecticut, but we have a lot of community outreach.' Organizers said the event was meant to inspire environmental action through art, education and community involvement. 'Carrying the activities that we do at the zoo to how to create a better environment for the planet right in your own backyard,' Rinaldi said. Attendees could participate in making seed balls, electronics disposal and a water cleanup at Beardsley park Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
