Author: Andrew Rogers

Tony Ferguson, once a top lightweight in the UFC, has opened up about his departure from the promotion following a record-setting eight-fight losing streak. Many of Ferguson’s losses came after repeated cancellations of his anticipated bouts with Khabib Nurmagomedov, including an interim lightweight title fight against Justin Gaethje. Ferguson admits that in many of these fights, he wasn’t performing at his best, often fighting opponents he felt weren’t fully engaged. “I didn’t get cut from the UFC. We both [shook hands] and we both walked away,” Ferguson told MMA Fighting. He also revealed that much of his focus had been…

UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell has voiced a controversial opinion on the recent rebranding of Cracker Barrel, sparking debate online. The restaurant chain, now under new management, has updated its logo, drawing backlash from fans who argue the change undermines nostalgia and tradition. Fighter Compares Brand to Home Cooking Mitchell, known for his outspoken personality, criticized the rebrand in colorful terms, saying he no longer cares about Cracker Barrel and praising his wife’s pancakes as superior. His comments highlight both his personal frustration with the brand’s changes and his tendency to speak bluntly on social media, drawing both attention and criticism.

Johnny Walker ended his skid in emphatic fashion, stopping China’s Zhang Mingyang with a second‑round TKO at UFC Shanghai. Entering on the back of two knockout defeats and a 14‑month layoff, the Brazilian was seen as a heavy underdog but rediscovered his power to silence doubts. Calf Kick Turns the Tide Walker started with a surprising takedown attempt that backfired, allowing Zhang to control briefly on the ground. Back on the feet, Walker settled into a patient rhythm before landing a perfectly timed calf kick in round two. The strike hobbled Zhang, opening the door for the finishing sequence. Emotional…

Aljamain Sterling returns to action this weekend determined to reassert himself among the elite at featherweight. The former bantamweight champion, who hasn’t competed since a close decision loss to Movsar Evloev last December, faces Brian Ortega in the co-main event of UFC Shanghai. For Sterling, the matchup offers both a fresh opportunity and the kind of high-profile opponent that can push him closer to a title shot at 145 pounds Sterling, who already owns a featherweight win over Calvin Kattar, views Ortega as the right challenge at the right time. “He’s ranked in the top five and it’s the only…

Conor McGregor keeps hinting at an Octagon return, but the consensus among experts is that the comeback may never happen. After more than four years without a fight, the former double UFC champion seems more focused on maintaining relevance than competing. Daniel Cormier didn’t mince his words, telling Club Shay Shay: “It’s over for him. … He wants to stay in the news. He wants the notoriety of being Conor McGregor without having to be Conor McGregor.” Cormier pointed out McGregor’s wealth as a decisive factor — from the $100 million Floyd Mayweather boxing purse to the $500 million sale…

Scientists have identified a striking slowdown in Arctic sea ice decline since 2005, a trend that contradicts earlier expectations. Rising emissions and global heating should have driven faster melting, but ocean circulation changes appear to have delayed greater losses. This slowdown, however, is temporary. Researchers forecast the Arctic will return to rapid melting within the next decade at least. No Real Recovery Satellite records show September sea ice has already dropped to half of its 1979 levels, proving losses remain profound. Experts caution that the slowdown does not imply stabilization. Ice-free Arctic summers remain likely within this century, with global…

Sperm counts worldwide have fallen nearly 60% since the 1970s, with the decline doubling to over 2% per year since 2000. Researchers link this to endocrine-disrupting chemicals in plastics, such as phthalates and bisphenols. These compounds damage hormones and disrupt fetal development in boys, causing lower fertility in adulthood. Need for Policy Change and Collective Action The fertility crisis worsens as plastic production grows. Attempts to regulate harmful chemicals face political resistance. A global plastics treaty failed after oil- and gas-producing countries blocked restrictions on dangerous additives. Experts call for tougher regulations, innovation in safe materials, and international cooperation. Individuals…

Researchers unlock new secrets in cocoa fermentation. Prof. David Salt’s international team studied beans from Colombia to discover microbes that influence chocolate flavor. Nine Essential Microbes Discovered Santander and Huila beans develop floral, fruity notes with fermentation. Beans from Antioquia lack these flavors due to different microbes. Microbes Improve Chocolate Quality Genetic analysis pinpointed nine microbes responsible for fine chocolate tastes. Fermenting sterile beans with these microbes produced chocolate that is tastier, less bitter, and less astringent. Changing Cocoa Production Salt believes farmers can harness these microbes for consistent, premium cocoa. This can lower costs and create new chocolate flavors—a…