Australian fans are in for an electrifying night this Saturday as the UFC 305 is all set to take off. The upcoming PPV event will feature Dricus Du Plessis defending his title for the first time against two-time former champion Israel Adesanya in the main event. Meanwhile, Kai Kara-France will face off against Steve Erceg in the co-main event. This PPV event is scheduled for August 18, 2024, at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia. In addition to the main card, the prelims are packed with intriguing action, showcasing fighters like Junior Tafa, Valter Walker, Joshua Culibao, and more.

UFC 305 Du Plessis Vs. Adesanya Full Prelims Preview, Prediction And Picks

Las Vegas, NV

Fightful

UFC Vegas 96 (Saturday, August 24) — UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada. (#5) Jared Cannonier (17-7) vs. (#12) Caio Borralho (16-1) UFC Fight Night (Saturday, October 19) — TBA Location. Jessica Penne (14-7) vs. Elise Reed (7-4) UFC 308 (Saturday, October 26) — Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi.

Chris Weidman's Return, UFC Vegas 96's Main Event, More Headlines Latest MMA Bout Announcements (Aug. 6-14)

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

LAS VEGAS – It’ll be at least four more months before UFC fans see Conor McGregor compete again, according to promotion CEO Dana White.
The saga involving McGregor (22-6 MMA, 10-4 UFC) has dragged on for over three years, through leg surgery and recovery, an “Ultimate Fighter” coaching stint, a booking, a withdrawal due to a toe injury, and to present day.
For much of that time, McGregor has been aligned with Michael Chandler, who remains waiting for another official booking against his penciled-in foe.
But Chandler (23-8 MMA, 2-3 UFC) will have to wait even longer now. White revealed Tuesday after Dana...

Conor McGregor’s next UFC fight? Dana White says not until at least 2025

The UFC 306 co-main event has an insurance policy in Manon Fiorot. Fiorot’s coach, Aldric Cassata, told French media outlet Boxemag.com on Wednesday that his fighter has been tabbed as the backup for the trilogy between women’s flyweight champion Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko on Sept. 14 at Sphere in Las Vegas.

Manon Fiorot tabbed as Alexa Grasso-Valentina Shevchenko trilogy backup at UFC 306, coach says

The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) is finally upon us. Meanwhile, Jones is upon his opponent, Gabi Garcia. Everyone loves some good competition and Australia’s Jones is creating exactly that with his head-to-head alternative to the world-famous Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC) this weekend. CJI will feature tons of talented grapplers competing over the next two nights (Fri., Aug. 16 and 17, 2024). You can watch day one here and day two here.

Craig Jones cancels himself with CJI pre-fight staredown kiss on Gabi Garcia | Video

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Los Angeles, CA

L.A. TACO

L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

Cooking With Maryann

I grew up on these babies. This cookie is sweet nostalgia to me. There are so many variations to make it too, you really can't go wrong with it! For a super easy and fast cookie bar, these are a winner!

Magic Layer Bars aka Hello Dolly Bars

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Muhammad Mokaev is going to come back to UFC, as Dana White has given a hint on Twitter. The undefeated flyweight fighter has great potential and there are high chances that he could be a flyweight Champion in the future. His last fight was against Manel Kape. After that, he was fired by Dana White and he did not give another contract to him but he did not give up. He apologized again and again and asked Dana to give him a new contract to take a new start.

Dana White Re-Signs Muhammad Mokaev After UFC 304

Georgia State

Tallahassee, FL

Daily Coffee Press

The FBI is investigating the disappearance of a now 13-year-old girl who went missing from Florida last year and has ties to Georgia and Tennessee. A $15,000 reward is being offered to anyone with information that can lead to her location.

FBI Investigating Disappearance of 12-Year-Old Girl Who Has Ties to Georgia

Tampa, FL

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

Bellingham Metro News

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

Camden, NJ

Cornelius, NC

Morristown Minute

CAMDEN, N.J. – Lisa Smith, 61, of Cornelius, North Carolina, has admitted to her role in a fraudulent scheme involving over $3.5 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today that Smith pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Karen M. Williams in Camden federal court on July 17, 2024, to a charge of bank fraud conspiracy.

Woman Pleads Guilty to $3.5M COVID Relief Scam

The Ultimate Fighting Championship has announced that Rose Namajunas and Erin Blanchfield will face off on November 2 when the promotion returns to Edmonton. When it comes to high-profile flyweight fights, it doesn’t get much better than this. While Valentina Shevchenko and Alexa Grasso are busy battling it out for the title, Rose Namajunas and Erin Blanchfield are set to throw down in the Great White North.

Rose Namajunas vs Erin Blanchfield to headline UFC in Edmonton – November 2

Saint Petersburg, FL

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Hey foodies and diner lovers! It looks like the beloved Metro Diner in St. Petersburg, known for its hearty portions and Guy Fieri's endorsement, has hit a bump in the road. This popular spot, famous for its pancakes, fried chicken and waffles, and mouthwatering meatloaf, has had to temporarily shut its doors due to some serious issues flagged by a recent state inspection.

Green mold, live roaches and live flying insects - Popular diner closed down in Florida

Sean Strickland appears to be getting his wish. 2024 didn’t start as Strickland hoped it would, losing his Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Middleweight crown in his first defense opposite South Africa’s Dricus du Plessis at UFC 297. The split decision loss (watch highlights) led Strickland to a split decision rebound win over Paulo Costa at UFC 303 this past June 2024.

Wish granted! Dana White confirms Sean Strickland gets next UFC middleweight title shot

Mateusz Gamrot considers himself the best wrestler in the UFC lightweight division. Gamrot (24-2 MMA, 7-2 UFC) meets Dan Hooker (23-12 MMA, 13-8 UFC) on Saturday’s UFC 305 (pay-per-view, ESPN, ESPN+) main card at RAC Arena in Perth, Australia. Winner of seven of his past eight fights, Gamrot is...

UFC's Mateusz Gamrot says he'd have wrestling advantage in Islam Makhachev fight

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The Valley's Cody Gibson heads to Canada with the UFC for his next fight on November 2nd

\"The Renegade\" Cody Gibson will be back in action before the year is over. Gibson will be competing on the preliminary card on Saturday November 2nd,...

"The Renegade" Cody Gibson will be back in action before the year is over. Gibson will be competing on the preliminary card on Saturday November 2nd,...

The Valley's Cody Gibson heads to Canada with the UFC for his next fight on November 2nd

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