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Yahoo
12 minutes ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jonathan Toews joins hometown Winnipeg Jets in return to NHL
Jonathan Toews is coming home. The Former Chicago Blackhawks captain and three-time Stanley Cup champion has agreed to sign with the Winnipeg Jets but can't put ink to paper until July 1. "We are excited to add a proven winner like Jonathan Toews to the Winnipeg Jets," general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff said in a news release posted on the Jets website. "It will be a unique opportunity for Jonathan to play for his hometown team. His talent, drive and experience will be a great complement to our club. We will withhold further comment until July 1." Free agents aren't allowed to put ink to paper until July 1, so the official signing has to wait just over a week. The Jets posted several messages on X on Friday morning, including one that said, "Can't believe this is a real post from @nhljets tbh." Toews, who was born in Winnipeg and played youth hockey in the city, has a sportsplex named in his honour in the St. Vital neighbourhood where he grew up. On Friday, a message on the electronic sign for the facility said "He's home." In a statement included in the Jets release on Friday, Toews said he is grateful to be making his return to the NHL with the club. "It's very special to come home and play in front of my family and friends in Manitoba. The Jets have been on the rise over the last few seasons, and I'm eager to join the group and help however I can." Toews, 37, was drafted third overall by the Blackhawks in 2006 and spent his entire career there, winning three Stanley Cups (2010, 2013 and 2015), before stepping away from the game in February 2023, saying he was suffering from symptoms of long COVID and chronic inflammatory response syndrome. "It has reached the point where I had no choice but to step back and concentrate on getting healthy," he said at the time. He returned to the Blackhawks' lineup on April 1, and about two weeks later, the team announced it would not re-sign Toews after his contract expired at the end of the season. In August 2023, Toews said he intended to sit out the 2023-24 season to focus on his health, but that he was not retiring from the NHL. In March 2025, he announced in an interview with The Athletic that he intended to return for the 2025-26 season, prompting speculation among hockey writers and fans about where he might land. Winnipeg was always considered a front-runner. Toews is a two-time Olympic gold medallist for Canada in hockey (2010 and 2014), won the 2010 Conn Smythe Trophy as the MVP of the Stanley Cup playoffs, the 2013 Frank J. Selke Trophy as the league's best defensive forward, and the 2015 Mark Messier Leadership Award. He's been a Selke finalist three other times and been in four NHL all-star games. Towes also won the gold medal at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey, back-to-back gold medals at the 2006 and 2007 World Junior Championships and gold and silver medals at the 2007 and 2008 World Championships, respectively.
Yahoo
12 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Sales for this $69 portable AC unit are up 25,000% — here's what shoppers are saying
If you're tossing and turning at night thanks to rising summer temperatures, you're not alone. With heatwaves sweeping across the country and air conditioning units flying off the shelves, shoppers are turning to more affordable, space-saving options to stay cool. Enter this portable air conditioning fan, which is currently surging in popularity on Amazon Canada. Sales have surged a jaw-dropping 25,000 per cent, landing it a top spot on the retailer's Movers & Shakers list — and it's not hard to see why. Small but mighty, this baby offers instant relief without the hefty price tag or complicated installation, making it a must-have for bedrooms, offices, dorms and anywhere you need extra airflow. Shoppers say this AC unit is "perfect for small spaces." This portable air conditioner is a compact 3-in-1 device that delivers serious cooling power in a small, easy-to-use package. Acting as an air cooler, fan and humidifier, it's designed to sit comfortably on desks, countertops or bedside tables, making it ideal for personal use in bedrooms, offices, dorms or small apartments. Just fill the 1100ml water tank, plug it in and enjoy an instant, refreshing breeze. With three fan speeds, three mist settings (including an ice option for extra chill) and a timer, it offers customizable comfort that can run continuously for up to 8–10 hours without the need for constant refills. While it's not meant to cool your entire home, its lightweight and portable design makes it easy to move from room to room. Thought it couldn't get any better? The unit also comes with a remote control that works from up to 16 feet away, so you can adjust settings without getting up! 🧊 40+ reviews ⭐ 4.9/5 stars 🏅 "Cools the room down so quickly!" More than 500 Amazon shoppers purchased this portable AC unit in the past month, and now, the reviews are pouring in. Customers love how easy it is to set up and use — just fill the water tank, plug it in and enjoy the cooling mist. 'Super easy to use and perfect for small spaces,' one reviewer wrote. 'This mini air conditioner surprised me with its impressive power for its size!" Others praise its portability and quiet operation: 'I have it on a basic low setting, it is very quiet — I don't need to turn up the TV and it keeps me cool all night.' Some even say it's become "a summer essential" for working from home: 'Works great on my desk and it makes afternoon meetings way more bearable.' Sales for this customer favourite are up 25,000 per cent. While most shoppers are thrilled with their purchase, a few reviewers pointed out that the unit's reliance on a USB cable for power can be a drawback. One user noted, 'The only limitation is it always needs to be connected to a power outlet through a USB cable, which limits the placement a bit.' With sales skyrocketing and rave reviews, this portable mini AC might just be the summer upgrade your space needs, especially if you don't want to splurge on a full unit or install anything permanent. And for $70, it's a simple, sleek solution to beat the heat. But with numbers like these, we wouldn't be surprised if it sells out soon. ⭐️ 4/5 stars 💬 5,000+ reviews Like having your own personal cooling system on wheels, this unit functions as an air conditioner, fan and dehumidifier, so you can stay cool and dry even on the stickiest summer days. With a modern look and handy remote control, it's a stylish and convenient way to beat the heat without breaking a sweat. ⭐️ 4./5 stars 💬 48,000+ reviews This powerful unit is a total game-changer that keeps you cool in the summer and cozy in the winter. With its easy-to-read LED display and remote control, adjusting the temperature is just one click away. ⭐️ 4.6/5 stars 💬 600+ reviews This compact cooler is like a personal breeze machine, turning stuffy summer air into a refreshing mist with just the push of a button. Plus, it includes ice packs and reviewers note that 'set up is a breeze!' ⭐️ 4.1/5 stars 💬 1,200+ reviews Designed to cool large spaces quickly and efficiently, this programmable unit delivers icy relief exactly where you need it. Shoppers love its Arctic Whisper Extreme Technology, which provides powerful performance while staying impressively quiet, so it gets the job done without drawing attention for the wrong reasons. ⭐️ 4.6/5 stars 💬 100+ reviews Small but surprisingly powerful, this portable air cooler does it all. Acting as a mini air conditioner, cooling fan, air humidifier and even an LED night light, it runs quietly and efficiently to keep you cool and comfortable no matter how hot it gets outside. ⭐️ 4.5/5 stars 💬 110+ reviews Delivering the best of both worlds, this heat wave hero combines the power of a tower fan with the cooling comfort of an air conditioner. It features four wind speeds, customizable mist settings, a built-in air purifier and a sleek touchscreen interface for effortless control. Whether you're looking to cool down, clean the air or add a bit of moisture to dry spaces, this all-in-one has you covered. ⭐️ 4.3/5 stars 💬 970+ reviews This portable unit delivers ice-cold air circulation with wide coverage and an oscillating fan for even cooling. With included ice packs, multiple fan settings and a quiet sleep mode, you can enjoy refreshing comfort without ever sacrificing a good night's sleep. ⭐️ 4.1/5 stars 💬 40+ reviews Uneven airflow is about to be a thing of the past. This baby delivers 1.5-2X higher wind speeds and ensures full room coverage in minutes. In addition to its many features, the included ice boxes are filled with a unique cooling gel that stays cooler for longer and drops water temps by 8-12°C. ⭐️ 5/5 stars 💬 70+ reviews Don't be fooled by its size — stay cool anywhere with this mini air cooler that works tirelessly. With three adjustable fan speeds and 60° vertical oscillation, it provides icy cold air precisely where you need it, whether that's your desk, bedroom or office.
The Independent
12 minutes ago
- Sport
- The Independent
Five prospects to watch on Yafai vs Rodriguez Jr undercard – including Olympian and ‘world-class' knockout artist
As Galal Yafai continues his charge towards a world title, a new wave of unbeaten prospects is ready to make a statement on Saturday's undercard in Birmingham. While most of the spotlight will fall on Yafai's headlining bout against Francisco Rodriguez Jr – his first defence of the WBC interim flyweight title – the undercard is packed with rising talent eager to follow in his footsteps. Among them: an Olympian, a knockout artist, and a fighter tipped as a future world champion by Eddie Hearn himself. Pat Brown – 1-0 (1 knockout) Like headliner Galal Yafai, cruiserweight Brown represented Team GB at the Olympics, competing in Paris last summer. While he exited in the first round of the heavyweight competition, expectations remain high for the Manchester fighter in the pro ranks. Brown made his debut in March with a fourth-round stoppage of Federico Grandone (7-4-2) and returns on Saturday against Croatia's Ivan Duka (5-5), with another outing already pencilled in for Manchester next month. Backed by Matchroom and close with fellow pro Dave Allen, Brown could be set for a busy 2025. Hamza Uddin – 4-0 (1 KO) Flyweight Uddin was a standout in the amateur ranks and part of the Team GB set-up before choosing to turn professional late last year. Since debuting with a third-round stoppage of Santiago San Eusebio, the 21-year-old British-Bangladeshi has consistently stepped up – fighting opponents with winning records and moving quickly to eight-round bouts. Trained by his father Raj and managed by Sam Jones, Uddin takes on Leandro Jose Blanc (8-2) on Saturday. With Matchroom behind him and home support in the Midlands, he's tipped for a rapid rise. Aaron Bowen – 5-0 (3 KOs) Middleweight Bowen returns to familiar ground on Saturday, fighting in Birmingham where he won Commonwealth bronze in 2022. The Coventry fighter has made a strong start to his pro career, racking up five wins and three knockouts, including stoppages against Wilmer Baron (6-1) and James Todd (4-5-2). Now 26, Bowen has been with Matchroom since turning pro and is steadily building a fanbase in the Midlands. He faces experienced Ukrainian Mykola Vovk (15-7) in his latest step up. Giorgio Visioli – 7-0 (6 KOs) One of the most talked-about prospects on the card, Visioli enters with six knockouts in seven fights and serious momentum. Promoter Hearn has described the super featherweight as 'world class' and predicted he'll be in the British title picture by the end of the year. Listed on The Independent and DAZN's 'Prospects of the Year', the 23-year-old from Aldershot seems unfazed by the growing attention. 'I go into each fight treating it like a world title,' he told BBC Sport. 'All it takes is one punch to derail you.' Visioli takes on Argentina's Elias Federico Duguet (7-1-1) over eight rounds. Ibraheem Sulaimaan – 7-0 (4 KOs) Nicknamed 'The Spider', Birmingham's Sulaimaan continues his steady rise at super-featherweight. The 24-year-old earned his spot on the Matchroom roster after impressing on earlier undercards and has since notched up four stoppages in seven wins.
Yahoo
12 minutes ago
- General
- Yahoo
What does Juneteenth celebrate? Meaning and origins, explained
This Thursday marks 160 years since the origin of Juneteenth, which commemorates the day the last group of enslaved people found out they had been freed. Long a holiday in the Black community and now federally recognized, the celebrations kick off each June 19, allowing people to gather, dance, reenact pivotal moments in history, and more. Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and opportunity, said Sam Collins, who is on the trustee board for the Rosenberg Library in Galveston, often called 'Professor Juneteenth.' 'It's not so much about slavery as it is about the freedom from slavery and what it allowed for the former enslaved people to live their lives free, to marry, to learn to read, to educate themselves, to have self agency over their bodies, to keep their families together,' he told USA TODAY on June 10. Here's what to know about Juneteenth, how it began, and how it's celebrated today. Juneteenth is a commemoration of the events that took place 160 years ago in Galveston, Texas, about 57 miles southeast of Houston. Calling it an 'often overlooked event in our nation's history,' the National Museum of African American History said Juneteenth occurred two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing all slaves in rebellious states. That day, on June 19, 1865, Union troops freed enslaved African Americans in Galveston Bay and across Texas. 'This is American history, world history, Texas history, and most of all, Galveston history, because Galveston, Texas is the birthplace of Juneteenth,' said Collins, a seventh generation Texan. Collins said formerly enslaved people celebrated after June 1865, but festivities died off for a while. In 1879, politician Robert Evans introduced a bill to celebrate Black emancipation, but the bill did not garner enough support during the Jim Crow era, Collins said. Juneteenth celebrations began to regain popularity again in the 1970s and early 1980s, after another Texas politician, Albert Ely Edwards, pushed for Juneteenth to become a state holiday, Collins said. 'There are many ancestors and elders that kept the oral history going until we made it to 2021 and it became a national holiday,' he said. 'And the truth of the matter (is that) if it wasn't for the murder of George Floyd, Juneteenth would not have become a national holiday in 2021.' Retired teacher and educator Opal Lee, known as the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' started a petition to federally recognize Juneteenth in October 2019. Not many people signed, but immediately following Floyd's murder and the protests that ensued, her petition jumped significantly and garnered over 1.6 million signatures. In June 2021, then-president Joe Biden declared June 19 a national holiday. Lee was present that day. Upon hearing the news, Collins said he thought of all those who pushed to make Juneteenth a federal holiday, including Rev. Ronald V. Myers Sr., who founded the National Juneteenth Observers Foundation before his death in 2018. 'I wish they had lived to see it,' he said. Today, Juneteenth has become commercialized, celebrated with Juneteenth cups and t-shirts and other memorabilia, Collins said. Junteenth celebrations usually feature flags such as a red, white and blue flag with a star in the center, the same colors as the American flag, Collins said. There's also the Pan African colors, or red, black and green. For previous Juneteenth celebrations, Black people would often celebrate with whatever food and drinks were available, such as red drinks or red punch as opposed to water. Watermelon is often enjoyed as it's easy to cut up and disperse, almost like a cake, he said. Today, there are also Juneteenth pageants, parades, and festivals with music and speeches. Some people believe individuals can't celebrate both Juneteenth and the Fourth of July, but this isn't the case, Collins said. 'The Fourth of July is a freedom birthday for the country, and June 19 is a freedom birthday for the formerly enslaved,' he told USA TODAY. He also stressed that there were people living in what is now known as the United States before 1776. When historians and community members talk about Juneteenth, it's important not to forget Indigenous people, he said. Juneteenth also isn't just a Texas holiday, and it isn't only for Black people, he said. It's for everyone to celebrate freedom and liberty. Collins thinks of the history of the U.S. as a salad, made up of different stories. Each date, holiday, and event helps to complete the salad, he said. 'By adding Juneteenth, the national holiday, we flavor up the history, and we expand the narrative to tell the full story of the contributions of everyone in the history of everyone in our community,' he said. Even Cinco De Mayo is tied to Juneteenth, Collins said. On May 5, 1862, a Mexican army defeated French forces in the Battle of Puebla. French Emperor Napoleon III had plans to provide the Confederacy with guns in exchange for cotton, but the French were defeated and didn't return until about a year later in May 1863. Some historians believe this pushback allowed then-president Abraham Lincoln's generals to win Union victories before the French could give the Confederacy 'upgraded artillery and munitions,' per 'We need to acknowledge all of this history and tell the full story,' Collins said 'The national holiday helps to repair the foundation of our American history's story.' Contributing: Matthew Brown, Chelsey Cox, and N'dea Yancey-Bragg Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at sdmartin@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: What is Juneteenth? Explaining the holiday's meaning and origins
Yahoo
12 minutes ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Dickey's Barbecue Pit Kicks Off the Summer with BOGO Baker Deal
Indulge in the Ultimate Summer Feast – Get a Free Baker on June 20, 2025, In-Store, Online, or via the Dickey's App Dickey's Barbecue Pit Kicks Off the Summer with BOGO Baker Deal Dallas, TX, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dickey's Barbecue Pit is launching the summer season with an irresistible Buy One, Get One Free (BOGO) Baker offer, available on Friday, June 20, 2025. This special promotion lets guests enjoy two of Dickey's signature Bakers for the price of one when they use the code SUMMER in-store, online at or through the Dickey's app. 'Our Bakers are the perfect way to kick off the summer — they're everything you love about Dickey's barbecue, all in one hearty, satisfying dish,' said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. 'Loaded with our mouthwatering slow-smoked meats, savory toppings, and a bed of fluffy baked potatoes, the Baker is a fan favorite. And with this BOGO offer, it's the perfect opportunity to share the barbecue goodness with others.' What makes the Baker so special? It all starts with Dickey's signature slow-smoked meats — from tender brisket to juicy pulled pork and savory sausage, each bite is packed with authentic Texas barbecue flavor. The meats are piled high on a soft, baked potato and topped with flavorful ingredients like melted cheese, tangy barbecue sauce, creamy sour cream, and crispy bacon. It's a combination that brings together the best of Dickey's barbecue in one mouthwatering dish, making it a perfect choice for both lunch and dinner. Roland Dickey, Jr., CEO of Dickey's Capital Group, shared, 'Summer is all about enjoying great food, and there's no better way to celebrate than with one of our Bakers. The combination of slow-smoked meats and delicious toppings is always a crowd-pleaser, and this BOGO deal is a great way to enjoy twice the fun.' This exclusive offer is available on June 20, 2025, only at participating locations and online via and the Dickey's app. Don't miss out on this limited-time deal to indulge in the ultimate summer BBQ experience! About Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Founded in 1941 by the Dickey family, Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. is the world's largest barbecue concept and continues as a third-generation family-run business. For more than 80 years, Dickey's Barbecue Pit has served millions with its signature Legit. Texas. Barbecue.™ Slow-smoked over hickory wood-burning pits, Dickey's barbecued meats are paired with a variety of Southern sides. Committed to authentic barbecue, Dickey's never takes shortcuts — because real barbecue can't be rushed. With more than 866 restaurants across eight concepts in the U.S. and several countries, Dickey's Barbecue Franchise and Dickey's Restaurant Brands continue to grow under the leadership of Roland Dickey Jr., CEO of Dickey's Capital Group, and Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Dickey's has been recognized on Newsweek's 2022 "America's Favorite Restaurant Chains" list, Nation's Restaurant News 2024 top fast-casual brands for value, and USA Today's 2021 Readers' Choice Awards. The brand has also ranked in the Top 20 of Fast Casual's 'Top 100 Movers and Shakers' for four of the past five years. Additional accolades include Entrepreneur's Top 500 Franchise and Hospitality Technology's Industry Heroes list. The brand has been featured by Fox News, Forbes, Franchise Times, The Wall Street Journal, and People Magazine. For more information, visit For franchise opportunities, visit Attachment Dickey's Barbecue Pit Kicks Off the Summer with BOGO Baker Deal CONTACT: Louisa Garrett Dickey's Barbecue Pit lgarrett@ while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
