Salt Lake City, UT

Despite being the No. 2 ranked contender at light heavyweight, Magomed Ankalaev will not fight for the division’s top prize. In a shocking twist, Dana White announced that reigning titleholder Alex Pereira will headline the promotion’s return to Salt Lake City on October 5. But instead of defending his gold against the man everybody thought was next in line, he’ll meet surging knockout artist Khalil Rountree. Suffice it to say, reactions to the matchup were mixed.

“I will not be denied” – Magomed Ankalaev remarks on UFC 307 Title Fight

Hollywood, FL

UFC middleweights Brendan Allen and Marvin Vettori exchanged punches inside a cassino after Friday night’s PFL 8 show in Hollywood, Fla. According to a report from Alex Behunin, one-time 185-pound title contender Vettori attacked Tuco Tokkos, and was eventually hit twice by Allen. Footage of the altercation has since...

Video: Brendan Allen, Marvin Vettori clash after PFL event; Dana White responds

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Despite not getting the title shot, Kayla Harrison still hopeful she’ll end up fighting for UFC gold in her next outing.
The two-time Olympic judo gold medalist and two-time PFL champion wants the UFC to consider her as the official backup for the upcoming women’s bantamweight championship fight between Raquel Pennington and Julianna Pena, which goes down on Oct. 5 in the co-main event of UFC 307.
“I wanted to fight for the belt, but it was promised that the next shot was to Julianna, so she gets the next shot for now, unless one of them gets hurt or sick, mommy...

Kayla Harrison requests official backup role for Raquel Pennington vs. Julianna Peña title fight at UFC 307

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Rose Namajunas is going to fight Erin Blandchfield in Edmonton. After a long time, the UFC is going to fight in Edmonton, not only in Edmonton but in the whole of Canada. Rose Namajunas is one of the greatest fighters in the UFC Women’s Flyweight Division. She has fought 20 fights in total and won 14 of them but lost 6 of them, which is a good performance. But recently, she has been dominating her opponents vigorously.

Rose Namajunas vs. Erin Blanchfield: UFC’s Return to Canada

The welterweight landscape has seen quite a shakeup lately. Belal Muhammad dethroned Leon Edwards at UFC 304 in a surprising upset, capturing the title that once belonged to Kamaru Usman. But it seems “The Nigerian Nightmare” isn’t too impressed with Muhammad’s post-victory attitude. Usman isn’t holding...

Kamaru Usman Blasts Belal Muhammad’s ‘Inflated Ego’ Since Winning Belt

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

Hollywood child stardom has taken its toll on many actors through the decades. Lani O'Grady, for one, found fame in the 1970s on the TV family series, Eight is Enough. O'Grady followed in the footsteps of her brother, actor Don Grady, an original Mouseketeer and member of another popular TV family show: My Three Sons. Their mother, Mary B. Grady, was a talent agent who represented several child actors. But Lani, who would also eventually become an agent, died in 2001 just one week before what would have been her 47th birthday.

TV's 'Eight is Enough' Star Lani O'Grady Found Fame Early in Life but Died a Tragic Death

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., recently introduced Egypt, a remarkable 4 to 5-year-old, 50-pound dog who is filled with love and is searching for her forever family! With a glowing description, Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, explains, "Egypt is a very happy, affectionate and loving girl once she warms up to the people she loves."

Meet The Happy & Affectionate Dog Looking For Love

Former undisputed light heavyweight champion, Jamahal Hill – who has been vocal in his pursuit of a title rematch with Alex Pereira, has voiced his dismay at the Brazilian’s booking of a title fight with Khalil Rountree in the main event of UFC 307 in Ocotber. Hill, who...

Jamahal Hill rips Alex Pereira – Khalil Rountree title fight at UFC 307: ‘This is terrible for the sport’

Dan Hooker has a lot to gain in his first fight of 2024 when he takes on Mateusz Gamrot this weekend at UFC 305. “The Hangman” has produced back-to-back wins in the lightweight division over Jalin Turner and Claudio Puelles to earn himself the #11 ranking. Gamrot, on the...

Dan Hooker Suggests Mateusz Gamrot Isn’t Fighting Him ‘By Choice’ At UFC 305: ‘Really Hard To Market…’

The previously ordered Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez-Yuniel Dorticos title fight will now head to a purse bid hearing. An Aug. 27 date was scheduled to determine promotional rights for Ramirez’s due mandatory title defense, the WBA confirmed on Friday. The development came more than two weeks after the deadline passed without a deal in place.

Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez-Yuniel Dorticos WBA Title Fight Heads To Aug. 27 Purse Bid

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A pair of title bouts are headed to Utah. Alex Pereira will make his return to the octagon when he defends the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship against the powerful Khalil Rountree Jr. in the main event of UFC 307. In the evening's co-main event, Raquel Pennington will defend the UFC...

Alex Pereira to Defend Light Heavyweight Title Against Khalil Rountree Jr. in UFC 307 Main Event

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Sean Strickland claims more women have come forward with allegations against former WEC and UFC fighter Tiki Ghosn. Earlier this week, Strickland posted a video on social media accusing the fighter-turned-manager of assaulting an unidentified female and made it clear that he was prepared to fight Ghosn in court should the Arsenal Sports Agency founder decide to sue him for defamation.

Sean Strickland Claims Multiple Women Have Come Forward with Allegations Against Tiki Ghosn, Aljamain Sterling Reacts

Colorado State

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Denver, CO

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The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

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A UFC Fight Night event in Edmonton will be headlined by a potential women's flyweight title eliminator between Rose Namajunas and Erin Blanchfield.

UFC Fight Night Edmonton Set for November, Main & Co-Main Events Revealed

Former undisputed light heavyweight champion, Jan Blachowicz has alluded to apparent “special” treatment from the promotion toward incumbent gold holder, Alex Pereira – in response to his matching against surging knockout artist, Khalil Rountree at UFC 305 at the beginning of October. Pereira, the current undisputed light...

Jan Blachowicz claims Alex Pereira gets ‘Special protection’ after UFC 307 booking with Khalil Rountree

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Kayla Harrison has suggested she’s willing to be the back-up fighter for Raquel Pennington vs...

Kayla Harrison is willing to step in as back-up fighter for bantamweight title fight at UFC 307

Las Vegas, NV

Craig Jones has revealed the game plan for his upcoming freak show/super fight versus nine-time ADCC champion Gabi Garcia. The jiu-jitsu ace and Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) organizer is known for goofing around and acting silly, but Jones wanted to publicly make his intentions clear ahead of his bout versus Garcia.

Craig Jones places wild six-figure prop bet on himself opposite Gabi Garcia in CJI Super Fight

Conor McGregor’s return to the cage in 2024 is not ruled out. Shakur Stevenson and Boots Ennis eye next matchups. Khabib Nurmagomedov clears up his debt.

Conor’s 2024 Return Back On The Table, Shakur & Boots’ Next Fights, Khabib Pays Off His Debt

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Back Again: Deiveson Figueiredo

Not long ago, Deiveson Figueiredo towered over the UFC flyweight division. From his beatdown over Joseph Benavidez to his epic wars with Brandon Moreno, his reign...

Back Again: Deiveson Figueiredo

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