The Detroit News Published 1:22 PM EDT Jun 24, 2019 Michigan State continues to pile up prospects for its 2020 football recruiting class. Ricky White, a three-star wide receiver from Marietta (Ga.) Wheeler, announced Monday on Twitter he'll play football for the Spartans in 2020. He is Michigan State's fourth verbal commitment in two days, and eighth since June 14. "After Further Consideration, Countless Conversations And One Extraordinary Weekend," White tweeted, "I Will Be Committing To Michigan State University ..." The 6-foot-1, 175-pound White is ranked the No. 162 receiver in the country, according to the 247Sports Composite, and the No. 98 recruit overall in Georgia. He chose Michigan State over offers from a list that includes Georgia Tech, Louisville, Pittsburgh, Syracuse, and West Virginia, among others. White is the second receiver in the Spartans' 2020 class, joining Gibraltar Carlson's Ian Stewart, and the 12th commitment in the class. Michigan State added three … [Read more...] about Michigan State Spartans football adds Ricky White to 2020 class
Six ways to celebrate Anthony Bourdain on Bourdain Day
It started with an Instagram post. Two of the world's most prominent chefs, Éric Ripert and José Andrés, stood smiling on camera to proclaim a new holiday. "On June 25, we all are going to celebrate the birthday of our dear friend and beloved Anthony Bourdain," Ripert says in the post. The two take turns piecing together a single request: "We want all of you to celebrate Tony's life." To do that, all you need to do is pick up a beverage of your choosing and toast to Bourdain on camera, and post the moment to social media with the hashtag #BourdainDay. The chefs complete their announcement by taking long pulls from their porróns, a traditional wine pitcher from Spain. Ripert wanted to take the lead on shaping the dialogue around the legacy of Bourdain, who died by suicide June 8 of last year. To change the tone of the conversation from solemn to celebratory, Ripert ordained June 25 Bourdain Day. … [Read more...] about Six ways to celebrate Anthony Bourdain on Bourdain Day
Trump sanctions Iran’s supreme leader
President Donald Trump imposed sanctions on Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and eight senior military commanders, a provocative step designed to increase pressure on the Islamic Republic. Trump told reporters at the White House on Monday that the penalties would deny Khamenei and his office access to financial resources. "The supreme leader of Iran is the one who ultimately is responsible for the hostile conduct of the regime," Trump said. Trump last week abruptly canceled planned air strikes against Iran for shooting down a U.S. Navy drone on Thursday. The administration also blames Iran for recent attacks on two oil tankers near the Persian Gulf, though Iran denies it. The penalties won't have a significant impact on a country that's already in recession and facing heavy sanctions from the U.S. Still, the new restrictions serve as symbolic reprimand for the … [Read more...] about Trump sanctions Iran’s supreme leader
Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo to host 2026 Winter Olympics
LAUSANNE, Switzerland — Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo are promising an Italian Olympics packed with style and elan after winning the right to stage the 2026 Winter Games on Monday, June 24. Milan earned 47 votes from the International Olympic Committee membership, compared to Stockholm's 34, prompting loud celebrations from the bid team, that had earlier included Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte. "Italy, the future and sport have won," Italy's Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini said back in Italy. Milan and Stockholm were the only candidates left after four other cities — Swiss city Sion, Japan's Sapporo, Austria's Graz and 1988 hosts Calgary in Canada — had dropped out of the race with concerns over the size and cost of the event. Italy last hosted the winter Olympics in 2006 in Turin while Cortina hosted the winter Games back in 1956. "Congratulations to … [Read more...] about Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo to host 2026 Winter Olympics
2019 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Presented by Lear
The 2019 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear took place from May 31 to June 2 at Detroit’s Belle Isle. Multiple races were held on Saturday and Sunday, there were several concerts and entertainment offerings, and guests at the corporate chalets enjoyed food, beverages, and networking. // Photographs by Patrick Gloria … [Read more...] about 2019 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Presented by Lear