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San Francisco Chronicle
an hour ago
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- San Francisco Chronicle
With Adam Sandler announcing his pick, Boston College's James Hagens happy to be drafted by Bruins
Growing up on Long Island, James Hagens wanted nothing more than to be selected by the team he grew up rooting for, the New York Islanders. Though that dream failed to materialize at the NHL draft on Friday night, the 18-year-old Boston College center was more than happy with the consolation. Hagens is not only staying in Boston, after being selected seventh overall by the Bruins, he enjoyed the extra bonus of having his name announced by Adam Sandler. 'Just being on a team that wants you the most, I love Boston. I love the area,' he said after becoming the first U.S.-born player taken in the draft. 'It's so special to have Adam Sandler make that pick. It's something I'll never forget for the rest of my life.' It just so happens that Hagens lists his favorite movie as 'Happy Gilmore,' which features Sandler as a former hockey player who turns his attention to golf. Wearing a Bruins jersey, Sandler announced the pick on a video screen on the draft stage inside the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. As Hagens made his way up the aisle, Sandler could be seen celebrating on screen in the background. Sandler was one of numerous celebrities to introduce teams' selections with the NHL going to a decentralized draft format in which its 32 franchises made their picks from their own markets. That's different from the past, when all teams gathered inside the same facility to make their picks. At 5-foot-11, Hagens had 11 goals and 26 assist s to finish fourth in points among college freshmen last season. He scored five goals for America's gold medal-winning team at the world juniors championships. The Islanders had the first pick, and selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer. Finally, a trade The first 11 picks in the draft went by without any movement. Then, Commissioner Gary Bettman asked Kris Letang's son, Alex, to press the red button that brought 'Trade Alert' up on video screens. The Pittsburgh Penguins traded No. 12, which the New York Rangers transferred to them earlier in the week to complete the J.T. Miller deal with Vancouver, to the cross-state rival Philadelphia Flyers for Nos. 22 and 31. The Flyers took big center Jack Nesbitt. 'You were our guy all along,' general manager Daniel Briere told him. Celebrity pickers Bettman announced the first pick, then turned the responsibilities over to everyone from a WWE wrestler to a series of NHL alumni. ___
Fox News
an hour ago
- Politics
- Fox News
Iran warns of 'real capabilities' if Trump doesn't drop 'disrespectful' tone toward supreme leader
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned President Donald Trump Friday to drop what he called a "disrespectful" tone toward Tehran's supreme leader or face serious consequences. In a blunt post on X, Araghchi said if Trump truly wants a deal with Iran, he must show respect instead of insulting Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Araghchi wrote that Trump should "put aside the disrespectful and unacceptable tone" toward Khamenei and "stop hurting [Khamenei's] millions of heartfelt followers." Araghchi wrote, "The complexity and tenacity of Iranians is famously known in our magnificent carpets, woven through countless hours of hard work and patience. But as a people, our basic premise is very simple and straightforward: we know our worth, value our independence, and never allow anyone else to decide our destiny." Araghchi's most provocative line came as he mocked Israel's reliance on the U.S. during the recent military confrontation. "The Great and Powerful Iranian People, who showed the world that the Israeli regime had NO CHOICE but to RUN to 'Daddy' to avoid being flattened by our Missiles," he wrote, referring to U.S. intervention in striking Iranian nuclear sites. The jab was a pointed reference to the longstanding U.S. and Israeli alliance and a not-so-subtle attempt to portray Israel as weak and dependent. The post concluded with a clear threat. "If Illusions lead to worse mistakes, Iran will not hesitate to unveil its Real Capabilities, which will certainly END any Delusion about the Power of Iran. Good will begets good will, and respect begets respect." Araghchi's broadside comes just days after the war between Iran and Israel ended and less than a week after U.S. airstrikes ordered by Trump destroyed Iran's key nuclear sites of Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. The 12-day conflict ended June 24 under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, yet postwar tensions remain high. Khamenei declared that Tehran had beaten Israel and even dealt Washington a "slap" in the confrontation. Trump rejected Khamenei's victory claims as false and "foolish." He promptly froze any talk of sanctions relief for Iran in response and claimed he personally stopped Khamenei from being killed during the conflict, writing on Truth Social that he refused to let U.S. or Israeli forces "terminate" the ayatollah despite knowing his secret location. Araghchi also rejected President Trump's recent claim that new nuclear talks were imminent, telling reporters that "there are no negotiations underway" and that Tehran would make decisions "based on our national interests." According to Reuters, the foreign minister flatly denied any plans to meet with U.S. officials next week, contradicting Trump's earlier remarks suggesting diplomacy was back on track. "I wish the leadership of Iran would realize that you often get more with HONEY than you do with VINEGAR," wrote Trump on Truth Social. "PEACE!!!" The White House did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.
Fox Sports
2 hours ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
With Adam Sandler announcing his pick, Boston College's James Hagens happy to be drafted by Bruins
Associated Press Growing up on Long Island, James Hagens wanted nothing more than to be selected by the team he grew up rooting for, the New York Islanders. Though that dream failed to materialize at the NHL draft on Friday night, the 18-year-old Boston College center was more than happy with the consolation. Hagens is not only staying in Boston, after being selected seventh overall by the Bruins, he enjoyed the extra bonus of having his name announced by Adam Sandler. 'Just being on a team that wants you the most, I love Boston. I love the area,' he said after becoming the first U.S.-born player taken in the draft. 'It's so special to have Adam Sandler make that pick. It's something I'll never forget for the rest of my life.' It just so happens that Hagens lists his favorite movie as 'Happy Gilmore,' which features Sandler as a former hockey player who turns his attention to golf. Wearing a Bruins jersey, Sandler announced the pick on a video screen on the draft stage inside the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. As Hagens made his way up the aisle, Sandler could be seen celebrating on screen in the background. Sandler was one of numerous celebrities to introduce teams' selections with the NHL going to a decentralized draft format in which its 32 franchises made their picks from their own markets. That's different from the past, when all teams gathered inside the same facility to make their picks. At 5-foot-11, Hagens had 11 goals and 26 assist s to finish fourth in points among college freshmen last season. He scored five goals for America's gold medal-winning team at the world juniors championships. The Islanders had the first pick, and selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer. Finally, a trade The first 11 picks in the draft went by without any movement. Then, Commissioner Gary Bettman asked Kris Letang's son, Alex, to press the red button that brought 'Trade Alert' up on video screens. The Pittsburgh Penguins traded No. 12, which the New York Rangers transferred to them earlier in the week to complete the J.T. Miller deal with Vancouver, to the cross-state rival Philadelphia Flyers for Nos. 22 and 31. The Flyers took big center Jack Nesbitt. 'You were our guy all along,' general manager Daniel Briere told him. Celebrity pickers Bettman announced the first pick, then turned the responsibilities over to everyone from a WWE wrestler to a series of NHL alumni. Golfer Tony Finau did it for Utah, Basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley for Philadelphia, members of the Goo Goo Dolls for Buffalo and Meredith Gaudreau, wife of late Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau, for Columbus. ___ AP NHL:
USA Today
4 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Report: Ace Bailey plans to report to the Jazz for the first time on Saturday
Ace Bailey is expected to report to the Utah Jazz on Saturday after the organization selected him with the fifth pick in the 2025 NBA draft, according to Jonathan Givony of ESPN. Bailey and his representation orchestrated a precarious predraft process after canceling a workout with the Philadelphia 76ers and turning down other invitations, including one from the Jazz. He was the only U.S.-based prospect who didn't work out with any team. The 18-year-old hasn't met with team officials since joining the organization on Wednesday. However, the plan for Bailey, along with the Jazz's two other draft picks, was to arrive on Saturday in preparation for an introductory press conference on Sunday. "We've had good communication with Ace Bailey and his representatives," a Jazz representative told ESPN. "We feel good about everything. Ace and his family are coming to Utah tomorrow. We'll have a press conference Sunday and a practice Monday. This has always been the plan, including for our other rookies, Walter Clayton and John Tonje -- to let them go home and collect their belongings, and then fly right to summer league from Salt Lake City." Bailey was a third-team All-Big Ten selection last season at Rutgers, averaging 17.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 blocks and one steal on 34.6% shooting from 3-point range. He ranked ninth among all freshmen in points (527) and 10th in rebounds (215). The 6-foot-8 standout was consistently projected to be the third pick throughout the predraft process before dropping to the Jazz. He was said to be interested in going to Washington or New Orleans, but he confirmed that he had no idea that the Jazz were interested in selecting him. Bailey said after the draft that he was blessed to be selected with the fifth pick and was eager to get to work with the Jazz. He believes he fits well within the existing roster. "I feel like once I come in, it is going to be a lot of work," Bailey said. "I feel like I'm a person who likes to work out a lot. I'm going to push my teammates to be the best that they can be. I want to come in and be a leader as a young cat." Bailey was a highly-touted prospect entering the draft because of his size, scoring and instincts on both ends of the court. He has an incredible feel for the game and can score from each level, having registered three 30-point performances with the Scarlet Knights. The former five-star prospect measured a bit smaller than expected at the combine last month after Rutgers listed him at 6 feet, 10 inches. However, Bailey still boasts a 7-foot wingspan and registered a 2.78-second time in the shuttle run, the fifth-fastest mark among all participants. Bailey won't have to wait long to get started with the Jazz. The team will play three games in the Salt Lake City Summer League, starting on July 5, before embarking on a five-game stint in the NBA Summer League July 10-20 in Las Vegas, Nevada. "I'm glad (the predraft process) is over," Bailey said. "I'm ready to play basketball. It has just been a great journey: Working hard (and) pushing myself physically and mentally. Just getting prepared for the next level."
Japan Today
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Japan Today
U.N. chief slams U.S.-backed Gaza aid operation: 'It is killing people'
FILE PHOTO: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres attends a press briefing during the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) at the Centre des Expositions conference centre in Nice, France, June 10, 2025. REUTERS/Manon Cruz/File Photo By Michelle Nichols United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Friday that a U.S.-backed aid operation in Gaza is 'inherently unsafe,' giving a blunt assessment: 'It is killing people.' Israel and the United States want the U.N. to work through the controversial new Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, but the U.N. has refused, questioning its neutrality and accusing the distribution model of militarizing aid and forcing displacement. "Any operation that channels desperate civilians into militarized zones is inherently unsafe. It is killing people, Guterres told reporters. Guterres said U.N.-led humanitarian efforts are being 'strangled,' aid workers themselves are starving and Israel – as the occupying power - is required to agree to and facilitate aid deliveries into and throughout the Palestinian enclave. "People are being killed simply trying to feed themselves and their families. The search for food must never be a death sentence,' Guterres told reporters. "It is time to find the political courage for a ceasefire in Gaza." Since Israel lifted an 11-week aid blockade on Gaza on May 19, allowing limited U.N. deliveries to resume, the United Nations says more than 400 Palestinians have been killed seeking aid from both the U.N. and GHF operations. A senior U.N. official said on Sunday that the majority of those people were trying to reach GHF sites. Responding to Guterres on Friday, Israel's Foreign Ministry said Israel's military never targets civilians and accused the U.N. of 'doing everything it can' to oppose the GHF aid operation. 'In doing so, the UN is aligning itself with Hamas, which is also trying to sabotage the GHF's humanitarian operations,' it posted on X. A GHF spokesperson said there have been no deaths at or near any of the GHF aid distribution sites. 'It is unfortunate the U.N. continue to push false information regarding our operations,' the GHF spokesperson said. 'Bottom line, our aid is getting securely delivered. Instead of bickering and throwing insults from the sidelines, we would welcome the UN and other humanitarian groups to join us and feed the people in Gaza.' GHF uses private U.S. security and logistics firms to operate. It began operations in Gaza on May 26 and said on Friday so far it has given out more than 48 million meals. The U.S. State Department said on Thursday it had approved $30 million in funding for the GHF and called on other countries to also support the group. Israel and the United States have accused Hamas of stealing aid from the U.N.-led operations, which the militants deny. © Thomson Reuters 2025.
