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Classic Rock's Tracks Of The Week: August 31, 2026

Eight songs you need to hear right now, from Clutch, Queens Of The Stone Age, the Temperance Movement and more

Louder

Metal Hammer's tracks of the week: August 28 2026

Amon Amarth, Turnstile (via Dying Fetus) and In This Moment are among the best new metal songs this week

Metal Hammer

“When the first riff came together, we locked in and played it for 100 hours”: How Blood And Thunder turned Mastodon from Southern misfits to a 21st-century sensation

Making a snarling concept piece about Moby-Dick doesn’t sound like a move for mainstream appeal, but that’s exactly what Mastodon found

Metal Hammer

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Peruvian cops dressed as World Cup mascots to arrest an accused drug dealer during Mexico versus South Africa

Peruvian cops used the match as cover.

We Got This Covered

Clutch time: Canadian and US World Cup mascots feature in Peruvian drugs raid

Clutch the Bald Eagle and Maple the Moose – the mascots for the United States and Canada respectively at this year’s World Cup – starred in a drugs bust

The Guardian - US

World Cup 2026 mascots: Everything you need to know about Maple, Zayu and Clutch

First revealed back in September , the FIFA World Cup 2026 will see three different mascots, one for each host nation. Maple the Moose leads the way for Canada , Zayu the Jaguar for Mexico and Clutch the Bald Eagle for the USA . According to FIFA’s announcement, the trio…

The Independent UK

From World Cup Willie to Tip and Tap: a nostalgic nod to the era of lovably quirky mascots

This year’s World Cup serves up yet more soulless, corporate animal slop to leave fans pining for the days of unique talismans

The Guardian - UK

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Who Are the 2026 World Cup Mascots?

Each of the 2026 World Cup’s host nations—the United States, Mexico and Canada—has its own mascot for this year’s tournament.

Sports Illustrated

“When the first riff came together, we locked in and played it for 100 hours.” How a song about a big angry whale helped four Southern misfits hang with Slipknot and Slayer - and become 21st century metal trailblazers

Making a snarling concept piece about Moby-Dick doesn’t sound like a move for mainstream appeal, but that’s exactly what Mastodon found with the lead single of 2004 masterstroke Leviathan

Metal Hammer

Julio Rodriguez Is the Mariners’ Perfect Clutch-Time Candidate

Seattle’s star outfielder hit the go-ahead RBI double in Sunday’s Game 2 for his first signature playoff moment. It was only a matter of time before he got one.

Sports Illustrated

Playable World Cup 2026 mascots are a winning innovation

The 3D character designs aren't as "basic" people think.

Creative Bloq

2026 World Cup: First Images of Three Mascots Revealed

The U.S., Mexico and Canada each have their own unique mascot with a detailed backstory.

Sports Illustrated

Watch: Ka’imi Fairbairn drills long field goal for Texans before halftime against Bears

Ka'imi Fairbairn is the definition of clutch for the Houston Texans.

USA Today Sports Media Group

NBA Legend Jerry West Remembered For Impactful Career

Remembering the legendary Jerry West, a basketball genius and defining figure in the NBA.

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Basketball Hall Of Famer Jerry West Passes Away At 86

Remembering Jerry West, a basketball icon known for his exceptional career as a player and executive. His legacy will resonate for years to come.

GamesRadar

Duke #2 brings another classic GI Joe character into the mix

Duke crosses paths with Clutch in this preview of Duke #2

Metal Hammer

Cormac McCarthy was the author of heavy books. In turn, those books inspired some very heavy music

Cormac McCarthy has died aged 89. The author of No Country For Old Men, The Road, Blood Meridian, his books struck a chord with Nick Cave, Clutch, Earth, Watain and more – why?

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Inspector Cluzo: six things you need to know

Inspector Cluzo are the environmentally-friendly, goose saving, French farming blues rock duo you absolutely need in your life right now

The Independent UK

A 'Clutch' tip helps Miller, Miami reach 1st Final Four

Jordan Miller entered the transfer portal two years ago and wasn't immediately on Miami's radar

USA Today Sports Media Group

Vikings wide receiver K.J. Osborn signs with new agency

On Wednesday it was announced that Minnesota #Vikings wide receiver KJ Osborn has recently signed with a new agency, WME Sports

USA Today Sports Media Group

On this date: Jerry West hits long bomb against Knicks in NBA Finals

On April 29, 1970, Jerry West hit perhaps his most iconic clutch shot against the New York Knicks in the NBA championship series.

Los Angeles Times

Bill Plaschke: HBO's 'Winning Time' gets some things about Showtime era right — but not Jerry West

LOS ANGELES — The HBO "Winning Time" series about the Lakers' Showtime era gets some of it right.

Daily Mirror

Jake Paul explains why he "beat the f***" out of basketball mascot

Paul went viral earlier this month for 'knocking out' Houston Rockets bear mascot Clutch with one punch while attending a game at the Toyota Center in Texas ahead of his brother's WWE debut

Daily Mirror

Jake Paul KOs basketball mascot with right hook to leave bear facedown on court

Paul was present at the Minnesota Timberwolves's match Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center, when he 'knocked out' the basketball mascot Clutch with a right hook

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