Matt Bishop

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Once Innovators, Now Exiles: A Story of Modern Analytics

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Matt Bishop

The Athletics under former GM Billy Beane, then the Oakland Athletics, were… dynastic, for lack of a better word. Though not embodied by any one player, and despite the Athletics never winning a pennant since Beane took charge in 1997, the team remained an almost perennial contender until he stepped aside in 2012, including a run of four consecutive ALDS appearances in the early 2000s. Under current GM David Forst, the Athletics seem to be rising to power again.
New Parkinson’s test using earwax and AI could be key to early detection

1 week ago | san.com | Evan Hummel |Matt Bishop

Chinese researchers have developed a test that analyzes earwax to detect Parkinson’s disease with 94.4% accuracy. Researchers published the findings in ACS Publications’ “Analytical Chemistry,” where they described developing a low-cost screening method for Parkinson’s using odors from an individual’s earwax. Researchers were able to identify four specific chemical compounds produced by secretions within the ear canal.
What is going on with Hulk Hogan after recent deathbed claims?

1 week ago | san.com | Emma Stoltzfus |Kennedy Felton |Matt Bishop

Rumors that retired World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) star Hulk Hogan is on his deathbed have been circulating again on social media. The speculation began after a Wednesday livestream from radio personality Bubba the Love Sponge, whose real name is Todd Alan Clem. “Got some pretty reliable info last night that there are phone calls being made to various family members [of Hogan] to get into town to say their goodbyes,” he said on his show.
Modern NHL makes Panthers’ repeat Stanley Cup win all the more rare

1 week ago | san.com | Chris Francis |Joey Nunez |Matt Bishop

The National Hockey League (NHL) is structured to promote parity. The salary cap and free agency are designed to give each team an equal shot at the Stanley Cup every season. The Florida Panthers are using those same rules to build a dynasty. Losing good players each year is part of the cycle, and the Panthers have mastered that transition. Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk did not mince words when asked about a three-peat. “Hell yeah.
US military surging forces in Mideast after Israel strikes Iran

1 week ago | san.com | Jake Larsen |Matt Bishop |Ryan Robertson

When Israeli jets launched a sweeping preemptive strike on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, the United States initially insisted its ally had acted alone. But in the days since, U.S. military movements and official rhetoric suggest a rapid and significant shift that aligns America more directly with Israel’s goals in the region. Israel said it had no choice but to act, claiming Tehran was dangerously close to acquiring a nuclear weapon.
Netflix drops trailer for 'The Sandman' despite Gaiman controversy

1 week ago | san.com | Cole Lauterbach |Harry Fogle |Kennedy Felton |Matt Bishop

Netflix has released the trailer for the final season of the two-part series, “The Sandman.” The announcement comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding comic creator Neil Gaiman, who remains listed as an executive producer. Gaiman, who is facing sexual assault allegations, recently filed a $500,000 lawsuit against one of his accusers for allegedly violating a non-disclosure agreement. The fantasy drama follows the Lord of Dreams and the Endless, and is based on the DC Comics series by Gaiman.
Trump Mobile phone launch beset by errors

1 week ago | san.com | Alan Judd |Matt Bishop |Mikael Thalen

The latest product marketed under President Donald Trump’s name is the $499 T1 “Trump phone,” announced Monday, June 16, alongside a cellular service plan called Trump Mobile. But early attempts to pre-order the Chinese-built phone are being met with errors. Those errors, first reported by 404 Media’s Joseph Cox, raise questions over whether customers will begin receiving their phones in August as promised.
Poppy Adds Dates to 2025 They’re All Around Us Tour

1 week ago | therockrevival.com | Matt Bishop

After a successful spring run, Poppy has announced a second leg of her They’re All Around Us Tour. The GRAMMY® nominee wrapped up the 28-city first leg in Los Angeles at The Wiltern back on April 23. Now, she will return to the road for another run across North America starting in the fall. Very special guests for the trek will be Dying Wish and MSpaint. Check out the full tour itinerary below. Ticket pre-sale begins today, with general on-sale set to start this Friday, June 20 at 10am local time.
Bipartisan push in Congress to keep US out of Israel-Iran conflict

1 week ago | san.com | Craig Nigrelli |Jack Henry |Jason Morrell |Matt Bishop

As President Donald Trump returned to Washington early from the G7 summit in Western Canada to meet with his National Security Council on the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, two House lawmakers were busy trying to drum up support for legislation to keep the United States out of it. Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna of California and Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky are leading a War Powers Resolution aimed at keeping U.S. forces out of the conflict. “No war in Iran,” Khanna posted on X.
Matt Bishop: F1's self-destruction at Indianapolis - inside the 2005 US GP

1 week ago | motorsportmagazine.com | Matt Bishop

Motor racing is dangerous – so, when we use words such as ‘catastrophe’ or ‘disaster’ to describe controversies in our sport, even egregious ones, we should always caveat such descriptions by making clear that more disastrous and more catastrophic by an order of magnitude are racing incidents that involve the loss of life. Many drivers have died on racetracks over the years, and every one of those deaths was a tragedy, but worse still were the accidents in which spectators also lost their lives.