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Week 8 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings

Coming off a season-high 24.3-point performance (PPR), James Cook is in the top five among RBs in fantasy this week.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 27

Man buys box of old medals for £25, discovers rare Captain Cook medal worth £5,000

A man who bought a box of 22 old medals for just £25 at a car-boot sale in West Yorkshire discovered that one was a rare 18th-century medal commemorating Captain James Cook's death in 1779. After selling the other medals for £500, he took the rare piece to an auction…

The Times of India · Oct 26

The Biggest Question for Every NFL Game in Week 6

The Cowboys-Packers rivalry resumes in Week 6 while the Seahawks and Broncos face off on Thursday night.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 15

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Week 6 Start ’Em, Sit ’Em Running Backs

Backs we think will perform better or worse than their expected statistical range due to favorable or unfavorable matchups.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 14

Conor Orr’s Week 6 NFL Power Rankings: 49ers Take Over Top Spot

San Francisco ascends after its scorching 5–0 start. Plus the Lions and Packers score much-needed wins, while the Cowboys take a tumble.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 13

Americans can now see a famous portrait of the Pacific Islander who captivated 18th-century England for the first time

In 1774, a young man in his early 20s named Mai arrived in England.

The Conversation · Oct 12

One Number Defined the Eagles’ Collapse to the Rams

Plus five more stats that defined Sunday’s slate of games.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 5

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Week 4 Start ’Em, Sit ’Em Fantasy Running Backs

Backs we think will perform better or worse than their expected statistical range due to favorable or unfavorable matchups.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 30

How Concerning Is the Lions Defense? Here’s What Four Numbers Say About the Unit’s Struggles

Can the Lions overcome their defensive struggles through two weeks?

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18

This Artist Recreates Famous Landmarks Using Nothing But A Typewriter (25 Pics)

What can a typewriter do beyond putting words on a page? For London-based artist James Cook, the answer includes detailed cityscapes, portraits, and intricate illustrations made entirely from letters, numbers, and punctuation marks. Using vintage typewriters, Cook creates images one keystroke at a time, turning a machine designed for writing…

Bored Panda · Sep 18

Three Bold Predictions for Bills-Lions on ‘Thursday Night Football’ Include a Lot of Touchdowns

Week 2 in the NFL begins with the Bills welcoming the Lions to Buffalo for their first game at the new Highmark Stadium.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 17

Week 2 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings For PPR Leagues

The Niners' Christian McCaffrey slides down a few notches after sharing the RB workload in Week 1.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15

Week 2 Fantasy Football Flex Rankings For PPR Leagues

Where does Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase rank ahead of a tough matchup in Houston in Week 2?

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15

In the 1980s, rare shells linked to Captain Cook were thrown into a university dumpster; 40 years later, the forgotten collection returned to England's heritage archives

Rare shells linked to Captain James Cook nearly vanished in the 1980s. The collection was thrown into a university dumpster, apparently forgotten and overlooked. For almost 40 years, its historical value remained hidden. Now, the shells have returned to England and entered heritage archives.

The Economic Times · Sep 14

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Sports Illustrated · Sep 11

Five Numbers Behind Josh Allen’s Woes Against the Texans

Josh Allen has struggled against the Texans. Will he fare better in Week 1?

Sports Illustrated · Aug 21

Jahmyr Gibbs Leads Kalshi Market for Most Rushing Yards in NFL This Season

Jahmyr Gibbs is favored to lead the NFL in rushing yards this season on Kalshi.

The Independent UK · Aug 20

When did the teens in YA dramas get so middle-aged?

IN FOCUS: A new wave of coming-of-age dramas are centred around young female protagonists who are high-achieving, self-driven and strict rule followers. Ellie Muir asks whether this portrayal of teens is accurate in real life, and speaks to the creator of Amazon’s ‘Sterling Point’ to find out

Sports Illustrated · Aug 18

2026 Fantasy Superflex Mock Draft 3.0: Caleb Williams a First-Rounder

In leagues that allow managers to start two quarterbacks, the young Bears star has first-round value.

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Bangkok Post · Aug 12

Southern comfort

Though it may take almost 24 hours to reach Christchurch in New Zealand from Thailand, it is worth using the city as a stepping stone to the sights the country's South Island has to offer.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 31

Fantasy Football No. 10 Pick Draft Strategy: How to Win From the 10th Spot

Maintaining position balance could be a problem throughout.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 30

Fantasy Football No. 9 Pick Draft Strategy: How to Win From the Ninth Position

This slot has the curse of picking late in the first and having a decent wait between the second and third picks.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 29

Fantasy Football No. 8 Pick Draft Strategy: How to Win From the Eighth Spot

Lots of options, but taking a running back in the first round seems to be the safest route.

The Times of India · Jul 29

In the 1770s, Captain Cook released pigs and goats in New Zealand to feed future sailors. Their descendants still threaten the country's native forests today

When Captain James Cook sailed through New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds during his second and third voyages in the 1770s, he deliberately released pigs and goats into the bush, hoping to establish a self-sustaining source of meat for future European sailors who might pass through the region. Cook could not have…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

In the 1770s, Captain Cook released pigs and goats in New Zealand to feed future sailors; their feral descendants began destroying native bush

Captain Cook introduced pigs and goats to New Zealand's Ship Cove in 1770 for future sailors. These animals became significant threats to native forests over centuries. Motuara Island, cleared and then restored, shows conservation success. Introduced pests were removed from Motuara Island in 1991. Native birds have since returned to…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

In 1778, Captain James Cook’s crew released goats in Hawaii as a future food source; their descendants damaged native plants and worsened erosion

Captain Cook introduced goats to Hawaii in 1778, which then proliferated rapidly. These animals severely damaged native plants and altered island landscapes over time. Centuries of hunting proved largely ineffective against the growing goat populations. Fencing and innovative strategies like using collared goats eventually helped control the herds. This historical…

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