NBA Roundtable: Which Coaches Are Already on the Hot Seat, and Which Teams Will Make a Big Trade? It’s time to hand out some preseason superlatives around The Association. Sports Illustrated · Oct 7
Newark airport used coal waste in runways built for jumbo jets: What FHWA found 20 years later A 1970s pavement project at Newark International Airport in New Jersey used coal fly ash, lime, Portland cement and sand to create a stabilised base beneath runways and aircraft areas. A later Federal Highway Administration evaluation found the pavement sections were still performing satisfactorily after more than 20 years, while… The Economic Times · Oct 5
Fly Ash Runway Base: Newark engineers turn coal waste into durable pavement; FHWA hails long-term performance Newark International Airport integrated coal fly ash into its runway construction during the 1970s as a stabilising material. The Federal Highway Administration reported satisfactory performance of this stabilised base after over 20 years of operation. Research indicated that the cementitious properties of fly ash contributed to the durability of the… The Times of India · Oct 2
Sand-Polyethylene Material Strength: Compacting 7–10% PE matches steel concrete; offers cement alternative In 2020, a groundbreaking study revealed a novel structural material generated by blending sand with polyethylene. This innovative composition exhibited impressive flexural strength when compressed, outperforming standard steel-reinforced concrete. The researchers focused on utilizing recycled plastics as binders, presenting a compelling alternative to traditional Portland cement. Various sand-polyethylene mixtures were… The Times of India · Oct 1
Trail Blazers Are at the Top of the List to Fall Out of the NBA Playoffs. Here’s Why. Will the Ja Morant experiment work out for the Portland Trail Blazers? An NBA scout weighs in. Sports Illustrated · Sep 23
Predicting the 2026–27 NBA Standings: Which Teams Will Rise, Fall and Surprise? It’s time to get the crystal ball out and predict how the NBA standings will look come April. Sports Illustrated · Sep 18
We Simulated the 2026-27 Season 100 Times on ‘NBA 2K27.’ Here Are the Results. What happens if you simulate the upcoming NBA season on ‘NBA 2K’ 100 times? We decided to find out for ourselves and record all the results. Sports Illustrated · Sep 4
WNBA Power Rankings: Race for Top Seed Continues As Lynx Stumble Into FIBA Break There’s a new No. 1 in our rankings this week. Sports Illustrated · Sep 2
What Portland Timbers boss has said about Rangers-bound Kevin Kelsy's Ibrox transfer What Portland Timbers boss has said about Rangers-bound Kevin Kelsy's Ibrox transfer The National (Scotland) · Aug 29
Rangers finalize deal for Portland Timbers striker Kevin Kelsy The fee is a Portland club record for an outgoing transfer, with Kelsy not expected to feature for Rangers this weekend The Guardian - US · Aug 26
Olivia Moultrie’s injury leaves the USWNT with a thinning midfield pool ahead of the World Cup The Portland Thorns midfielder fills a role few in the US player pool can match, and she’s in a race against time to be fit for Brazil The Guardian - US · Aug 26
Trail Blazers Must Decide Their Next Move After Shaedon Sharpe’s Injury Shaedon Sharpe’s prolonged absence gives the Trail Blazers time to figure out their crowded guard room. Sports Illustrated · Aug 25
Five NBA Players Who Could Be on the Move Ahead of Opening Night A look around the NBA at players who could land on different teams before the new season tips off. Sports Illustrated · Aug 21
WNBA Power Rankings: Will We Get a New Champion This Year? The Liberty and Aces have dominated the Finals conversation for several seasons. But the Lynx, Valkyries and Fever are looking to take the baton. Sports Illustrated · Aug 19
The National (Scotland) · Aug 14 Rangers 'submit' big-money bid for imposing striker, but there's a catch Rangers have reportedly submitted a £7.4 million bid for Portland Timbers forward Kelsy.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13 The Top 25 Must-Watch Games of the 2026–27 NBA Season, and Why They Matter Mark your calendars, hoops fans. Here are the top storyline games to watch this season.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 12 For USWNT Captain Lindsey Heaps, Returning to Denver Is More Than Just a Homecoming The U.S. midfielder has won a World Cup, Olympic gold and a Champions League title. But coming home to lead Colorado’s new NWSL franchise may be her biggest personal challenge yet.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 5 Portland Trail Blazers Moving to to St. Louis? Here's What Kalshi Prediction Market Says The Portland Trail Blazers relocation rumors opened a relocation market on Kalshi.
The Independent UK · Aug 1 Sophie Cunningham says she's not concerned about being a distraction for the Fever Sophie Cunningham says she’s unconcerned that the rallies against transgender participation in women's sports that have accompanied the Indiana’s Fever’s recent games are a distraction for the team
Medical Daily · Jul 24 What Happens When an Athlete's Leg Gives Out? Sarah Ashlee Barker's Injury Highlights a Common Sports Medicine Challenge Sarah Ashlee Barker suffered a left leg injury against the Dallas Wings. Find out what happened, the possible injury, and why her story matters for athletes.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 21 WNBA Power Rankings: Is It Time to Panic in New York? The Liberty managed an ugly comeback against the Wings in overtime on Monday, but that may not be enough to shake their midseason slump.
International Business Times UK · Jul 20 Lakers Land Thybulle for $3.3m After Kuminga Talks Stall, Blazers Offered Non-Guaranteed Deals The Los Angeles Lakers have signed Matisse Thybulle to a one-year deal, enhancing their perimeter defence. This move follows unsuccessful negotiations with Jonathan Kuminga and creates a roster management challenge.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 17 SI:AM | NBA Launches Investigation Into Another Fishy Contract The league is looking into another possible example of salary cap circumvention.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 15 WNBA Power Rankings: Valkyries Surge to the Top There’s been quite a shuffle at the top of the rankings this week.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 12 Ja Morant Is Grateful for ‘Fresh Start’ in Portland—Why Trail Blazers Were His Best Trade Destination Ja Morant is ready for his clean slate in Portland. Here’s why he fits with the Blazers despite a crowded guard room.