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Scottish Sun
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Jack Draper becomes highest Wimbledon seed since Andy Murray but two-time champ ‘refuses to answer questions about him'
Scroll down to see when the Wimbledon comms team will be revealed Muzz job Jack Draper becomes highest Wimbledon seed since Andy Murray but two-time champ 'refuses to answer questions about him' JACK DRAPER can shower with the big boys now as he secured a top-four seeding spot at Wimbledon. England's top hope fought off American Brandon Nakashima 6-4 5-7 6-4 to reach the Queen's semi-finals for the first time. Advertisement 3 Andy Murray has revealed he is snubbing a Wimbledon TV appearance Credit: Getty 3 Murray told GQ he doesn't want to annoy the likes of Jack Draper Credit: Getty The Sutton star is on collision course with Carlos Alcaraz in Sunday's final as the Spanish hero eliminated French lucky loser Arthur Rinderknech 7-5 6-4 – his record 16th win in a row. Yet Draper – who ends this week as world No 4 after moving up two spots – will avoid Alcaraz and world No 1 Jannik Sinner until at least the semi-finals on SW19 Centre Court. And he can enjoy the comforts of washing in the exclusive Gentlemen's Members' Dressing Room, one of the perks of being an elite player. Draper – Britain's highest Wimbledon seed since defending champion Andy Murray was top guy in 2017 – said: 'This means the world to me. Advertisement READ MORE IN TENNIS GETTING BI Tennis star, 17, walks out of A Level exam to find she's got Wimbledon wildcard 'This is a definite huge step for me. I remember last year going into the grass ranked around 40. 'To be inside the top-four come Wimbledon one year around, that's massive progress. 'A testament to my team, the dedication I have had for tennis, the work I have put in on a daily basis. 'You know, I live and breathe the sport and I'm obsessed with progressing. Advertisement BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'I'm obsessed with becoming the player that I want to become all the time and achieve the things I want to. 'The top-16 seeds get, you know, a better changing room. There's some tournaments where it's top-eight seeds, in the Masters 1000s I've had this year. Andy Murray starts new career as agony aunt as he reveals details of 'terrible' first date with wife Kim 'Nothing is different apart from the fact that maybe, potentially I won't see Alcaraz or Sinner in the quarters – if I make it there.' Advertisement Meanwhile, Murray won't be stepping into TV punditry work just yet – as he does not want to annoy Jack Draper with his words. Muzza, 38, hated it when he was playing and former British tennis stars, who had nowhere near his same level of ability or talent, gave him advice. Now retired and at a loose end following the dissolution of his coaching gig with 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, the Scotsman could earn decent money working for the BBC. But the two-time Wimbledon singles champion is conscious of appearing in front of millions and saying something that current British No 1 Draper, 23, disagrees with. Advertisement Asked by GQ magazine if he feels the need to stay in the public eye, Murray replied: 'I'm not thinking daily that I need to tweet something or somehow remain relevant. 'That's why I'm much more interested in the idea of coaching because I feel like I'd actually really be helping someone. 'Whereas with punditry, it can be harmful. If I go and work at, let's say Wimbledon, you start getting asked questions about British players like Jack Draper. 'I know when the British ex–tennis players would talk about my tennis and what I should be doing. Advertisement 'Because you respect them, you listen to what they're saying – but it's not always the same as what your coach is telling you. 'What the pundits are saying could be wrong. They're not right all the time, and when you're young, it's quite conflicting. 'So I'd be more inclined to do coaching, because I think punditry is quite an easy gig. You can just throw stuff out there. "People love it if it's a bit controversial, but you don't actually have any skin in the game.' Advertisement On an extremely hot day, Draper, 23, will try to out-ace Czech speedster Jiri Lehecka, who crushed the spirit of British star Jacob Fearnley 7-5 6-2 in the opening quarter-final. Dressed in all-black clothes, the black-haired Scotsman injured his arm returning one 138mph ace. And overall he served TEN double faults as his service game malfunctioned due to nerves and anxiety. Fearnley, 23, moaned: 'He was serving great. I was serving terrible. At this level you can't give away that many free points.' Advertisement BBC's Wimbledon TV comms team will be revealed on Monday.
The Sun
3 hours ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Jack Draper becomes highest Wimbledon seed since Andy Murray but two-time champ ‘refuses to answer questions about him'
JACK DRAPER can shower with the big boys now as he secured a top-four seeding spot at Wimbledon. England's top hope fought off American Brandon Nakashima 6-4 5-7 6-4 to reach the Queen's semi-finals for the first time. 2 2 The Sutton star is on collision course with Carlos Alcaraz in Sunday's final as the Spanish hero eliminated French lucky loser Arthur Rinderknech 7-5 6-4 – his record 16th win in a row. Yet Draper – who ends this week as world No 4 after moving up two spots – will avoid Alcaraz and world No 1 Jannik Sinner until at least the semi-finals on SW19 Centre Court. And he can enjoy the comforts of washing in the exclusive Gentlemen's Members' Dressing Room, one of the perks of being an elite player. Draper – Britain's highest Wimbledon seed since defending champion Andy Murray was top guy in 2017 – said: 'This means the world to me. 'This is a definite huge step for me. I remember last year going into the grass ranked around 40. 'To be inside the top-four come Wimbledon one year around, that's massive progress. 'A testament to my team, the dedication I have had for tennis, the work I have put in on a daily basis. 'You know, I live and breathe the sport and I'm obsessed with progressing. 'I'm obsessed with becoming the player that I want to become all the time and achieve the things I want to. 'The top-16 seeds get, you know, a better changing room. There's some tournaments where it's top-eight seeds, in the Masters 1000s I've had this year. 'Nothing is different apart from the fact that maybe, potentially I won't see Alcaraz or Sinner in the quarters – if I make it there.' Meanwhile, Murray won't be stepping into TV punditry work just yet – as he does not want to annoy Jack Draper with his words. Muzza, 38, hated it when he was playing and former British tennis stars, who had nowhere near his same level of ability or talent, gave him advice. Now retired and at a loose end following the dissolution of his coaching gig with 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, the Scotsman could earn decent money working for the BBC. But the two-time Wimbledon singles champion is conscious of appearing in front of millions and saying something that current British No 1 Draper, 23, disagrees with. Asked by GQ magazine if he feels the need to stay in the public eye, Murray replied: 'I'm not thinking daily that I need to tweet something or somehow remain relevant. 'That's why I'm much more interested in the idea of coaching because I feel like I'd actually really be helping someone. 'Whereas with punditry, it can be harmful. If I go and work at, let's say Wimbledon, you start getting asked questions about British players like Jack Draper. 'I know when the British ex–tennis players would talk about my tennis and what I should be doing. 'Because you respect them, you listen to what they're saying – but it's not always the same as what your coach is telling you. 'What the pundits are saying could be wrong. They're not right all the time, and when you're young, it's quite conflicting. 'So I'd be more inclined to do coaching, because I think punditry is quite an easy gig. You can just throw stuff out there. "People love it if it's a bit controversial, but you don't actually have any skin in the game.' On an extremely hot day, Draper, 23, will try to out-ace Czech speedster Jiri Lehecka, who crushed the spirit of British star Jacob Fearnley 7-5 6-2 in the opening quarter-final. Dressed in all-black clothes, the black-haired Scotsman injured his arm returning one 138mph ace. And overall he served TEN double faults as his service game malfunctioned due to nerves and anxiety. Fearnley, 23, moaned: 'He was serving great. I was serving terrible. At this level you can't give away that many free points.' BBC's Wimbledon TV comms team will be revealed on Monday.
Newsweek
8 hours ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Tech Companies Double Down on Remote Work As America Returns to the Office
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Every once in a while, panic rips through the workforce at Pinterest. "I don't think there's anything that we've done internally to give people the impression," Doniel Sutton, the chief people officer at Pinterest, told Newsweek. "But when people see articles mandating five days a week back in [the] office, it automatically triggers a thought in people's mind, 'Well, could that possibly occur here?" Five years ago, the pandemic forced millions of workers across corporate America to work from home. As "commuting" vanished from office vernacular and Zoom meetings became the norm, business leaders hailed flexible work options as the future of work. Now, employers are reversing their position. Amazon, AT&T, Boeing, Dell, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Tesla and The Washington Post have all issued five-day return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Major tech players, including Apple, Google, IBM, Meta and Salesforce, are also requiring employees to work in-person in some weekly capacity. But as thousands of employees are being told that their days of working remotely are over, some tech companies, like Pinterest, are doubling down on flexibility in the workplace. Their workforces couldn't be happier. This year, Pinterest received the highest possible score on Newsweek's ranking of America's Greatest Workplaces in Tech 2025, achieving five stars this year. Airbnb and Dropbox, which also offer remote work policies, appeared on the list as well. The ranking, which was published in partnership with Plant-A Insight Group, ranked companies based on data gathered from over 400,000 employee interviews and 4.9 million company reviews. "The most consistent response we get is, 'Please don't take it away!'" Sutton laughed. Photo-illustration by Newsweek/Getty "We conduct employee voice surveys twice a year and since its inception, PinFlex has been the highest-rated survey item every year," Sutton said. "People love it. It allows them to more effectively integrate both their work and their personal life. It's particularly beneficial for working parents, caregivers, people who have unpredictable life situations." A study published in Personnel Psychology last year showed that remote workers are more satisfied with their jobs, more committed to their organization and less likely to want to leave it. Personnel Psychology is a research journal centered around people at work. At the same time, RTO policies have reportedly taken a toll on employees. An internal memo from JPMorgan that was leaked on Tuesday showed morale down among employees. The bank's leadership attributed dissatisfaction with the company culture to its March decision, which required all employees to work full-time in the office. Previously, employees were expected to be in-person three days a week. Speaking on the growing number of RTO mandates across the country, Sutton said, "We obviously see those situations and feel pretty confident that we've made the right decision for Pinterest." In fact, PinFlex—Pinterest's remote work model—is often cited as the main driver for candidates, according to Sutton. "People are looking for flexibility. They are looking for an environment where they can do their best work, but also focus on life," the chief people officer said. Before PinFlex was implemented three years ago, two-thirds of Pinterest's workforce was based in the Bay Area. Now, employees in that region only make up about a third of the workforce. Sutton herself is based out of Orange County. Airbnb, which also allows employees to work remotely with its "Live and Work Anywhere" policy, describes a similar advantage of recruiting more qualified candidates, especially those located in non-tech hubs like Boston and Chicago. "Live and Work Anywhere is certainly great because not all the best quality people in the world are within 50 miles of San Francisco," Dave Stephenson, Airbnb's chief business officer and head of employee experience, told Newsweek. "We're able to tap into [a new pool of] people who are experienced and have amazing skills from Kansas City to Miami to New York to Hong Kong to everywhere in between. We're all over the world and that enables us to pick the best people at any given job," he said. A remote worker sits at her desk at her home in Frederick, Maryland on January 14, 2025. A remote worker sits at her desk at her home in Frederick, Maryland on January 14, 2025. Agnes Bun/AFP Brad Alge, an associate professor in organizational behavior and human resources at Purdue University, told Newsweek that remote work options are a great way for firms to expand their talent pool. Offering these policies can enable organizations to tap into a global talent pool without requiring relocation and to target populations of workers who may struggle in a traditional office setting. "One of our [Employee Resource Groups] is focused on neurodivergency, and so we understand people have different struggles that they're dealing with," Sutton said. "We want to allow them some agency, to choose what will be most valuable for them, and to make sure that the support system is there." Flexible workplaces can also be a non-negotiable for some employees. "Younger generations (Gen Z, Millenials) expect to have location flexibility," Alge said. "Companies that don't offer flexible work will be at a competitive disadvantage in terms of hiring talent. " While Millenials make up 70 percent of Pinterest's workforce, it's not lost on Sutton that Gen Z is the company's next fastest growing population. "We're very intentional on bringing them together for learning opportunities," she said. "Even though we have a remote first work policy, we put a lot of attention and resources to bringing teams together in our offices around the world for collaboration, community building and engagement." The biggest concern when it comes to remote work is that these models can lead to feelings of isolation for workers. Pinterest and Airbnb both seek to combat that by offering in-person worksites for their staff. Pinterest has 24 offices around the globe, while Airbnb has 26 offices worldwide. Pinterest employees appear at an all-hands gathering in-office. Pinterest employees appear at an all-hands gathering in-office. Pinterest The data and research team at Plant-A told Newsweek that support for remote work and flexible work arrangements is particularly high among Pinterest employees, 89 percent, compared to the software and information services industry average of 75 percent. Those insights also showed Airbnb with clear year-over-year improvements, with 80 percent of employees saying there is a high level of trust, transparency and respect among workers at all levels, compared to last year's 71 percent. Airbnb's 80 percent was also higher than the industry average of 73 percent. This year, Airbnb received four and a half stars on America's Greatest Workplaces 2025. Receiving the same four-and-a-half score was Dropbox, the file hosting service that describes itself as a "Virtual First" company. Speaking at Atlassian's Team '25 conference in April, Allison Vendt, Dropbox's vice president of people operations and experience, called Virtual First "the working model of the future." "It really combines the best of both remote and in-person work and we really focus on how we work versus where we work," Vendt said. Data from Plant-A shows that employees at Dropbox ranked the company higher than the industry average, with 82 percent stating that their employer supports work-life balance opportunities at home, compared to the industry average of 73 percent. "When we were designing Virtual First, we wanted to make sure it was also in-line with our values," she said. "I think something that was true then, and continues to be true, is that there's really no substitute for being in-person and that human connection." By being more intentional with the in-person time that Dropbox employees spend together, Vendt said the company has been able to ensure that 99 percent of work gatherings deliver at least one positive business outcome. "Eighty-six percent of employees rate that their team effectiveness improves after they gather," she added. Remote options haven't only improved the time employees spend face-to-face with each other, but also the face-to-face time they now spend with their communities. At Pinterest, where employees have up to 40 calendar hours of volunteer time off, Sutton has seen an increase in volunteer work. "We also notice that there's an uptick [in volunteering] when disasters like the LA fires happen," Sutton said. "Even the executive team and I did some volunteer work ourselves. We really try to promote not just the positivity we create for folks who use our platform, but for the broader society that we live in and are supported by."
Newsweek
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Type B Bride's Unconventional Dress Choice Stuns: 'Super Different'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A relaxed bride has stunned internet viewers with her unconventional wedding dress choice. Devon Coleman (@devonchubbsx), 30, a hairdresser from South Wales, has gained traction on TikTok after sharing a glimpse of her nontraditional wedding day—complete with a gray dress, bridesmaids in white, and a stress-free attitude. In the now-viral clip, Coleman poses for photos in her gray gown alongside bridesmaids dressed in white, and they realize the "type B" bride has forgotten her bouquet for the shot. The video has racked up more than 72,300 views on TikTok. "I have always known that I wouldn't wear a white dress as I never wear white anyway," Coleman told Newsweek. "Then I went to Laura Ashley in Cardiff, and that was the first dress I saw and tried on. Then I found out the name of the dress, and the dress was called Sutton, which is my little girl's name, and I just knew that it was made for me. I felt absolutely amazing all day. I even slept in it as I didn't want to take it off." A split image showing the bride, Devon, posing with her bridesmaids for a photo, and then realizing she doesn't have her bouquet. A split image showing the bride, Devon, posing with her bridesmaids for a photo, and then realizing she doesn't have her bouquet. @devonchubbsx/@devonchubbsx Type B personalities are typically relaxed, flexible, and easygoing individuals who handle stress well and are less driven by competition compared to their Type A counterparts. Rather than being inspired by trends or tradition, Coleman said her choices were purely based on what she liked. She had always envisioned getting married in a barn surrounded by fields and mountains—and that vision came to life at Sugar Loaf Barn in Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, Wales. She described the venue as breathtaking, with panoramic views of the Welsh countryside and a unique feature where guests arrive on the back of a tractor. Coleman said that both she and her partner took a very relaxed approach to planning. Despite having 10 months, the couple didn't finalize most details until just a few weeks before the wedding. There was no seating plan or order of the day—guests were free to enjoy the event at their own pace. Instead of a formal sit-down meal, they served food from Mexican and Italian street-food trucks, creating a more casual and enjoyable experience for everyone. The couple even invited their sheep dog to the venue, who they momentarily forgot about, and he pelted his way to the farmhouse they were staying in. Luckily, he returned to walk down the aisle just before the bride. Coleman's gray dress has sparked particular interest online—especially because it challenges the long-standing tradition of brides wearing white. White wedding gowns became popular in the 19th century after Queen Victoria wore a one to marry Prince Albert in 1840. Before that, brides typically wore their best dress in any color. TikTok users flooded the comments section with praise for Coleman's fresh take on wedding fashion. "This is stunning. I love a different colored dress," wrote Kayleigh Campbell. "Wow … you look insanely beautiful," added another fan. "Omg [oh my God] how utterly gorgeous and so cool," posted one commenter. "VERY DIFFERENT and VERY BEAUTIFUL I LOVE LOVE IT," wrote a user named Audrey. "When I spotted the bride it took my breath away, absolutely stunning," shared another viewer. Do you have any viral videos or pictures that you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
Newsweek
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Senior Dog Enjoys Party on the Beach to Celebrate His 15th Birthday
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A senior Labrador turning 15 this month marked the occasion with his very own birthday party surrounded by his besties—and of course, his favorite food. Ahead of Billy's milestone birthday on June 23, his owner Amie Sutton organized an adorable party for him, and there was no doubt in her mind where it should be. She knew straight away that it had to be at the beach, telling Newsweek that it's "his absolute favorite spot in the world," and there's nowhere else Billy would rather celebrate. "There's something about the beach that just lights him up, and I couldn't think of a better place to celebrate him," Sutton, 28, said. She arranged for six of Billy's closest canine friends to attend and help him celebrate, along with dog-friendly cupcakes, puppacinos, and even some tasty human food as an extra treat. Billy the senior dog during his beach birthday party in June 2025. Billy the senior dog during his beach birthday party in June 2025. @billythegoldenoldie / TikTok The party was about celebrating Billy's life, and Sutton even created a large banner that had a picture of Billy as a young pup, and one of the "golden oldie" more recently. It was certainly emotional for Sutton, from the U.K, to see everything come together, but she loved seeing how happy it made Billy. "The banner was a trip down memory lane that made me emotional just thinking about how far we've come together. It was all about giving Billy the best day possible and surrounding him with love," Sutton said. "We spent the evening celebrating his life, and it was such a heartwarming experience. I could see the joy in his eyes as he opened presents from his doggy friends, and the playtime on the beach was such a joy to witness. We ended the evening by giving each of Billy's friends a little party bag filled with treats and toys," she continued. To end the evening, Billy took a well-earned nap on the beach before finally returning home. Sutton noticed how content he looked throughout, as she hopes he knows just how loved he truly is. Billy (center) and his friends during the beach birthday party. Billy (center) and his friends during the beach birthday party. @billythegoldenoldie / TikTok It was an extraordinary day, and Billy was "grinning the entire time." His happiness was infectious, and it was hard not to see him and smile. Sutton told Newsweek that she could "feel the love radiating from him" all day long. Footage from Billy's birthday party was shared on his dedicated TikTok account (@billythegoldenoldie), and it's gone viral with over 411,100 views and 76,100 likes at the time of writing. Social media users can't get enough of the beach party idea, and they praised Sutton for giving Billy a birthday to remember. In truth, there is nothing she wouldn't do for the pup who is her best friend, her rock, and her soul dog. By sharing clips of his 15th birthday party online, Sutton hopes to inspire others to cherish the time they have with their pets and make the most of every second they get. She said: "Life is so precious and time with them is never long enough. Billy's been by my side for so many years, and I know those 12 summers most dogs get with us go by in the blink of an eye. Celebrate them, spoil them, love them with everything you've got, because no one loves you more than your dog. "He's been by my side since I was 13. He's seen me grow, evolve, and face every major milestone. Through all of life's highs and lows, Billy has been beside me, and I can't imagine life without him," Sutton continued. Considering his age, Billy's health is very positive for a senior dog. While he does have arthritis, that barely slows him down. He still insists on going for daily walks and gets the zoomies on the beach. Sutton feels inspired every day that she seems him living his best life regardless of his age. Billy on the beach during his 15th birthday party in June 2025. Billy on the beach during his 15th birthday party in June 2025. @billythegoldenoldie / TikTok In just a matter of days, the viral TikTok video has gained over 680 comments as it melted so many hearts online. One comment reads: "if only everyone treated animals like this." Another TikTok user wrote: "He'll remember that as his best day ever." While another person added: "This is what all the dogs deserve, a life full of love. Happy birthday Billy boy." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
