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☆ Mount Halla: Soup broth harming South Korea’s highest mountain, warn officials
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-27 | by ( Lilit Marcus | Gawon Bae | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —South Korea’s highest mountain is facing environmental damage from an unexpected source – instant noodles. Mount Halla, measuring 1,947 meters (1.2 miles) tall, is the country’s highest mountain and located on popular vacation destination Jeju Island. Mount Halla is part of the UNESCO-listed Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes heritage site. Last year, 923,680 people visited the mountain, according to government statistics. According to Korean media, ramyun is now offered for sale at the top of the Matterhorn, the Alpine peak in Switzerland.

Persons: Mount Halla, ramyun Organizations: CNN, South, Office, Mount, Mount Halla, UNESCO Locations: South Korea, Switzerland

☆ This Swedish town is selling land for the price of a cup of coffee
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-27 | by ( Julia Buckley | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

CNN —You’ve heard of houses on sale in southern Europe for the price of a cup of coffee. It’s located on the shores of Lake Vänern, not only Sweden’s largest lake but also the biggest in Scandinavia and the entire EU, at around 10 times the size of Lake Constance. It’s also home to two UNESCO-rated sites: the Platåbergens Geopark and Lake Vänern Archipelago and Mount Kinnekulle Biosphere. Cheap houses on the horizonHällekis, on Lake Vänern, is a village of just 800 inhabitants near the main town. Götene kommunThe Götene fire sale doesn’t end with these 30 plots.

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Thursday night’s Copa América contest between the U.S. men’s national team and Panama was not lacking for drama. The result puts the U.S.’s Copa América on life support as they prepare to close out the group against Uruguay on Monday in Kansas City. 12′: USMNT goalkeeper Matt Turner knocked to the ground after challenge from Cesar Blackman. Weah will now miss the group finale against Uruguay, and winger is one of the thinnest positions for the USMNT. If he is now to miss the crucial Group C game against Uruguay it will be a major headache for Berhalter.

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☆ Why soccer players are demanding change to a calendar that has left them ‘at the limit’
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-27 | by ( Samuel Joseph | Sam Joseph | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

FIFPRO‘An industry-wide issue’European club teams are preparing for a revamped UEFA Champions League – the most prestigious competition in European club soccer – which will see teams play at least an additional two games. Manchester City hoist the Club World Cup trophy in December 2023. Conflict between national teams and clubs over minutes could arise, star players could see the field less and league structures would have to change. Over 40% of World Cup players surveyed by Football Benchmark said that they experienced extreme or increased mental fatigue after the tournament. Instead, it’s the calendar and consultation process that need to change for those in the game.

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☆ I want to lose fat, build muscle, and get stronger. A nutritionist said to eat more carbs.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-27 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

He told Business Insider that his goals are to lose fat, build muscle, and get stronger. Derek said he works out six days a week, doing four strength training sessions and two HIIT workouts. AdvertisementMolloy said Derek isn't eating enough carbs overall, which isn't ideal because he needs energy for his high-intensity workouts and strength training. "Increasing carbohydrate intake could enhance workout performance and recovery," Molloy said. "Lastly, I would just emphasize to Derek the importance of introducing phases into his training," Molloy said.

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☆ 7 things Starbucks customers should stop wasting money on, according to a former barista
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( Inga Parkel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewI worked as a Starbucks barista for nearly a year, and I became extremely familiar with just how expensive the popular coffee chain is. As a stingy spender, I made several mental notes on ways customers would unnecessarily waste their money during my shifts. If I find irresistible merchandise, I'll take advantage of the Starbucks rewards program. If you're looking for a caffeine fix, stop wasting your money on hot venti lattesGrande and venti lattes have the same amount of espresso. Stop paying for bottled waterI've always been baffled by people who insist on buying bottled water from Starbucks.

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☆ Analysis, fits for all 58 NBA Draft picks from John Hollinger and Sam Vecenie
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( John Hollinger | Sam Vecenie | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +109 min

He’s going to be a killer rebounder, monster screener and will consistently establish his position even against some of the stronger NBA players. I’m done doubting Edey, even as an NBA player. As an enormous ballhandler with serious touch and incredible vision as a passer, Topić is clearly an NBA player, even if it doesn’t all translate. Shannon is an elite athlete, but the NBA game requires more nuance, especially if he continues to be an inconsistent shooter. However, I also think he’s more than just a floor spacer on offense in spot-up situations and potentially as an off-ball scorer.

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☆ Alex Morgan left off US women’s soccer team roster for Paris Olympics as team undergoes a changing of the guard
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( Kyle Feldscher | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Washington CNN —US women’s soccer legend Alex Morgan will not be on the team’s roster for the Olympic Games next month in Paris, a symbol of the changing of the guard going on inside the women’s national team. The 22-player roster, which includes 18 players going to Paris and four alternates, includes only eight players from the 2020 Olympics, which were held in 2021 in Tokyo, and 10 members of the 2023 World Cup team. She acknowledged the roster for Paris will have less experienced players than previous tournaments with an eye toward development. “I’m not looking backwards, we have to look forward with a group of players that have put that World Cup behind them. And we’re very much looking forward to sort of building on the work, you know, post-the World Cup.

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How to watch South Africa vs. Afghanistan in the USThe South Africa vs. Afghanistan game will stream on Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Check price at FuboHow to watch South Africa vs. Afghanistan in the UKThe South Africa vs. Afghanistan game is available on Sky Sports in the UK, which viewers can live stream through Sky's Now TV. How to watch South Africa vs. Afghanistan in AustraliaThe South Africa vs. Afghanistan game will live stream through Prime Video in Australia, where subscriptions start at just $9.99 a month. How to watch South Africa vs. Afghanistan in IndiaThe South Africa vs. Afghanistan game will be available to live stream for free through the Disney+ Hotstar mobile app in India. How to watch South Africa vs. Afghanistan in South AfricaThe South Africa vs. Afghanistan game will be available on DStv in South Africa, where you can live stream it through the cricket-focused Sports channel.

Persons: South Africa hasn't, Sling's Desi, Fubo, Willow, ExpressVPN Organizations: Business, ICC, England, West Indies, tomorrow's, Willow, Sling, Sky Sports, Disney, Cricket, rec Locations: South Africa, Afghanistan, India, Australia, Bangladesh, Africa, tomorrow's India

☆ 2024 NBA Draft: France dominates with Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr, Tidjane Salaun leading Round 1
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( Joe Vardon | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +7 min

Atlanta selected Risacher from a muddled top tier that included Sarr, Connecticut center Donovan Clingan and wing Stephon Castle, and Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard. His team played in France’s top pro league and a second division of teams competing all across Europe. Saluan is 6-foot-9 and averaged 9.6 points and 4.0 rebounds playing for Cholet in France’s top pro league. For the first time, the NBA Draft is being held over two nights, with Round 1 happening Wednesday at the Barclays Center and Round 2 on Thursday. The Athletic has live coverage of the 2024 NBA Draft.

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☆ Afghanistan enjoys historic run to T20 World Cup semifinals: ‘Cricket is the only source of happiness back home’
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( Ben Morse | Masoud Popalzai | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

Afghanistan fans celebrate the team's win against Bangladesh at the T20 World Cup. Gurbaz is the leading run scorer at the T20 World Cup. “That Afghanistan team got into the semis for the first time,” the 25-year-old told the International Cricket Council (ICC) website. It’s an unbelievable feeling.”Khan (middle) celebrates the dismissal of India's Rishabh Pant at the T20 World Cup. And in a statement posted online, the Afghanistan Cricket Board expressed its “disappointment” towards Australia’s decision and “reiterates its stance on neutral and politics-free cricket across the globe.”

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☆ Olympic gold medalist Sydney Leroux swears by 'genius' parenting hack
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Being a professional soccer player is hard. Being a professional soccer player raising two young children is even harder. But Olympic gold medalist and World Cup winner Sydney Leroux has figured out a simple system to balance mornings with her seven-year-old son and four-year-old daughter. Sign up today and use code EARLYBIRD for an introductory discount of 30% off through July 10, 2024. Plus, sign up for CNBC Make It's newsletter to get tips and tricks for success at work, with money and in life.

Persons: Sydney Leroux, —, Leroux, it's Organizations: SpringHill, Marriott, Youth, Angel City FC, CNBC

☆ Japanese pufferfish: Cup Noodles serves up notoriously poisonous pufferfish
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Chris Lau | Rinka Tonsho | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Tokyo CNN —Pufferfish is regarded as a luxury in Japan and a meal featuring the potentially poisonous delicacy can easily cost up to 20,000 yen ($125) at high-end restaurants. But now, adventurous foodies in Japan can get a taste of “fugu” for a fraction of the price, from a Cup Noodle. Japanese instant noodle giant Nissin Foods released the new pufferfish flavor on Monday, expanding its massive lineup. “In recent years … ramen shops specializing in fugu ramen have been popping up, grabbing the hearts of many ramen fans,” it said. An elderly couple in Malaysia died last year after eating pufferfish, prompting an appeal from their daughter for stricter regulations.

Persons: Pufferfish, Nissin, Momofuku Ando Organizations: Tokyo CNN, CNN, Western Australia’s Department of Fisheries, Chefs Locations: Japan, Colombia, Gamagori city, Japan’s, Aichi, Philippines, Malaysia

☆ Starbucks debuts fruity energy drink less than two months after Panera discontinues highly caffeinated Charged Lemonade
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Elizabeth Chuck | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

The fruity energy drink debuts less than two months after bakery-cafe chain Panera Bread announced it was discontinuing its controversial Charged Lemonade, a beverage that lawsuits blamed for two deaths and referred to as a "dangerous energy drink." The Iced Energy comes in three flavors, including its most caffeinated flavor, Tropical Citrus, which has 205 milligrams of caffeine, according to Starbucks' website. Panera started phasing out the Charged Lemonade on May 7, and it has denied any wrongdoing, saying it removed the beverage as part of a broader menu transformation. Except for its Frozen Tropical Citrus Iced Energy with Strawberry Puree, Iced Energy is sugar-free, containing artificial sweeteners. Charged Lemonade and Iced Energy are part of a growing category called "functional beverages" that chains big and small are eager to jump into, according to experts.

Persons: Brian Warrener, Panera, Dunkin, Bull Organizations: Starbucks, Energy, Center for Beverage Education, Innovation, Johnson & Wales University, Consumers, Drug Administration, American Academy of Pediatrics Locations: Providence , Rhode Island, Chicago, Russia, U.S, Coke

☆ Vinnie Viola delivers on promise as Florida Panthers win first-ever Stanley Cup
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Taylor Craig | In | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

As Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov skated around the ice with the Stanley Cup — it marked a dramatic turning point for a long-suffering franchise and fan base. "The team had struggled with attendance, certainly a lack of winning," Florida Panthers President and CEO Matt Caldwell told CNBC's "Last Call" on Friday. Upon purchasing the last-place Panthers, Viola made his intensions clear at his first official team press conference in 2013. "My family and I are honored to take the helm of the Florida Panthers organization with the No. 1 goal of putting a winning team on the ice year after year and bringing a Stanley Cup to our incredible fans here in South Florida," Viola said.

Persons: Aleksander Barkov, Barkov, —, Vinnie Viola, Matt Caldwell, CNBC's, Vinnie …, Viola Organizations: Florida Panthers, Stanley, Virtu, Panthers Locations: South Florida

France could only come second in Group D at Euro 2024 after a 1-1 draw with Poland in Dortmund. AdvertisementThe second half started in a similar manner, before a penalty in the 56th minute — scored by Kylian Mbappe, in his mask — gave France the lead. The theme continued in the second half as Skorupski was initially a match for everything that France threw at him, making seven saves in total. It took a penalty to finally beat him — Jakub Kiwior brought down Dembele and Mbappe sent Skorupski the wrong way. The other half, which awaited the team who finished second in Group D, has some of Euro 2024’s form teams — Portugal, Spain and Germany.

Persons: Didier Deschamps ’, Lukasz, Kylian Mbappe, —, Robert Lewandowski, Nick Miller, Michael Cox, Andy Jones, Elias Burke, Charlie Scott, It’s, Olivier Giroud, Antoine Griezmann, Bradley Barcola, Ousmane Dembele, Catherine Ivill –, Skorupski Wojciech Szczesny, Lukasz Skorupski, Szczesny, Skorupski, Lukasz Fabianski, Ina Fassbender, Theo Hernandez, — Jakub Kiwior, Mbappe, Mike Maignan, Marco Guida, Upamecano, Karol Swiderski, Lewandowski, Maignan, ’, Robert Lewandowski’s, Mike Maignan’s, Marco Steinbrenner, Kylian, N’Golo Kante, Marcus Thuram, Franck Fife, Ralf Rangnick’s Austria, Germany Charlie Scott Organizations: Poland, Bologna, League, Serie, Getty, Bayern Munich, Milan ’, France, Getty Images, Austria Locations: France, Dortmund, Poland, AFP, Germany, Swiderski, Netherlands, Austria, Friday’s, Berlin, Italy, England, Belgium, Portugal, Spain, Romania, Slovakia, Ukraine

☆ T20 World Cup: Afghanistan beat Bangladesh to reach semi-final and knock Australia out
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Rashid Khan of Afghanistan acknowledges the fans after the team's victory and to advance to the Semi Finals in the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup West Indies & USA 2024 Super Eight match between Afghanistan and Bangladesh at Arnos Vale Ground on June 24, 2024 in St Vincent, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines. Afghanistan reached a first ever World Cup semi-final courtesy of a dramatic eight-run victory over Bangladesh which in turn knocked Australia out of the T20 tournament. Captain Rashid Khan (4-23) and Naveen-ul-Haq (4-26) each took four wickets in the victory that secures Afghanistan a historic first World Cup semi-final against South Africa in Trinidad on Wednesday evening. Afghanistan's hopes were earlier dented when restricted to a modest 115-5 batting first, Rahmanullah Gurbaz top-scoring, but using up 55 deliveries to reach 43. Rishad Hossain (3-26) ultimately dismissed the opener Afghanistan suffered a dramatic collapse from 84-1 to 93-5 in the space of 11 balls, before Rashid later blasted three sixes in his 10-ball 19.

Persons: Rashid Khan, Saint Vincent, Duckworth, Stern, Naveen, Afghanistan's, Rahmanullah, Rishad Hossain, Rashid Organizations: ICC, West Indies, Bangladesh, Lewis, South Locations: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Arnos, St Vincent, The Grenadines, Australia, South Africa, Trinidad

☆ It’s raining plastic beer cups at Euro 2024 – on players, fans and TV commentators
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Another phenomenon over the opening 12 days of the European soccer championship, however, has been fans throwing plastic beer cups onto pitches, or onto other fans. Some players have responded with levity – notably France’s Antoine Griezmann who shared a smile with the Netherlands supporters throwing cups near him at the corner flag. Slovenia goalkeeper Jan Oblak takes a freekick during a game against Serbia at Euro 2024 with beer cups around him. “We’re getting soaked,” Murphy said, while Pearce added: “We’re getting absolutely drenched up here.”“This cannot continue, the cups being thrown from the stands,” Pearce said later in commentary. “Players are experiencing plastic cups being thrown at the pitch and it’s happening more and more.

Persons: levity –, Antoine Griezmann, Jan Oblak, Carl Recine, Jonathan Pearce, Danny Murphy, “ We’re, ” Murphy, Pearce, ” Pearce, “, – Organizations: CNN, European soccer, Red Bull Arena, Italy, Croatian, Serbia, England, UEFA, European, Croatia “, The Athletic Locations: Croatia, Italy, Leipzig, Netherlands, Slovenia

☆ Zhang Ziyu: China’s 7-foot-3 teenage basketball star shows promise at youth tournament
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —At 7-foot-3, China’s teenage basketball star Zhang Ziyu looks to have an exciting career ahead of her. On Monday, Zhang came off the bench for her international debut and scored 19 points on 9-for-9 shooting in just 13 minutes, helping China brush aside Indonesia 109-50. “Zhang Ziyu is a cheat code,” a social media user said on X, formerly known as Twitter. Zhang is officially listed on FIBA's website as being 7-foot-3. FIBA lists Zhang as 7-foot-3 on its official website, meaning she is only one inch shorter than San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.

Persons: Zhang Ziyu, Zhang, “ Zhang Ziyu, Fred Lee, Victor Wembanyama, Yao Ming Organizations: CNN, FIBA, Asia, International Basketball Federation, Twitter, Wednesday, Japan, San Antonio Spurs, NBA, WNBA Locations: China, Indonesia, New Zealand

☆ Why water is the best drink during a heat wave
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Katia Hetter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

We know that keeping hydrated is important to staying healthy in the summer heat, but is water still the best drink during a heat wave? CNN: When it’s really hot outside, is water still the best fluid, or should people turn to sports drinks? Energy drinks are different from sports drinks, which are meant to help you restore water and electrolytes. I urge parents to be careful to distinguish between sports drinks and energy drinks. Sports drinks probably aren’t needed, and, again, it’s advisable for children to avoid energy drinks.

Persons: Leana Wen, Wen, What’s, Frederic J . Brown Organizations: CNN, George Washington University, US Centers for Disease Control, CDC, American Academy of Pediatrics, Getty, Sports Locations: AFP

How to watch Australia vs. India in the USThe Australia vs. India game will live stream on Monday at 10:30 a.m. Check price at FuboHow to watch Australia vs. India in the UKThe Australia vs. India game will be available via Sky Sports in the UK. How to watch Australia vs. India in AustraliaThe Australia vs. India game will be available through Prime Video in Australia, where subscriptions start at $9.99 a month. How to watch Australia vs. India in IndiaThe Australia vs. India game will live stream free through the Disney+ Hotstar mobile app in India. How to watch Australia vs. India in South AfricaThe Australia vs. India game will live stream on DStv in South Africa.

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☆ Oilers’ Connor McDavid wins Conn Smythe after historic playoff despite Stanley Cup Final loss
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-24 | by ( Lukas Weese | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +3 min

And we came that close.”In 25 playoff games, McDavid recorded eight goals and 34 assists. No active player has more points in a single Stanley Cup Final than McDavid. McDavid joins Giguere, Leach, Ron Hextall, Glenn Hall and Roger Crozier to win the Conn Smythe on the losing Stanley Cup Final team. The Oilers’ loss continues a streak of Canadian-based teams not winning the Stanley Cup since 1993. Despite not lifting the Stanley Cup this season, his legacy is cemented as one of hockey’s all-time greats.

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☆ How the Panthers avoided historic collapse to win their first Stanley Cup with 2-1 Game 7 win: 5 takeaways
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-24 | by ( Michael Russo | Daniel Nugent-Bowman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +8 min

The Panthers were also trying to avoid becoming the first back-to-back Stanley Cup losers since the 1977 and 1978 Boston Bruins. Canada’s Stanley Cup drought has now reached 31 years. After being largely silent in the past three games, the Panthers’ big guns showed up big in the make-or-break final game. Aleksander Barkov became the first Finnish captain in NHL history to lead his team to a Stanley Cup. Panthers arena flooded with Oilers fansIt’s a rarity to see a home arena invaded by visiting fans in the Stanley Cup Final, let alone in a Game 7.

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☆ Christian Pulisic scores spectacular goal as US beats Bolivia in Copa América opener
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-24 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —It was the perfect start for Christian Pulisic and the US at this year’s Copa América, with the forward inspiring his side to a 2-0 win against Bolivia on Sunday. The 25-year-old then turned provider, setting up Folarin Balogun for the team’s second goal just before the break inside Arlington’s AT&T Stadium. All round a pretty dominant performance,” Pulisic told FOX Soccer after the game. Getting the early goal really took the pressure off,” US head coach Gregg Berhalter told FOX Soccer after the game, praising Pulisic’s “dangerous” performance. “It’s always important to win your first game, we talked about progressing and improving our performance throughout the tournament so I think it’s a good starting point.”

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Learn moreThe Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers head to a seventh and final game in the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals on Monday night. We've compiled everything you need to know about how to watch the Stanley Cup Finals, whether you have cable or are looking for a live streaming alternative. If the Panthers win, they'll earn their first Stanley Cup in franchise history. How to watch Stanley Cup Finals in the USGame 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals will air on ABC on Friday at 8 p.m. Check price at FuboHow to watch Stanley Cup Finals from anywhereThose traveling during Game 7 can still keep up with their subscriptions via VPN.

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