All articles tagged with #border war
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Council on Foreign Relations
Thailand has called a snap election amidst ongoing border conflicts, highlighting political instability and regional tensions, while the global oil market remains volatile due to OPEC's production cuts, Russia's war in Ukraine, and shifting energy security dynamics.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Kansas City Star
Kansas lawmakers have extended a deadline until December 31, 2025, for the Chiefs and Royals to negotiate stadium funding deals with Kansas, amid ongoing competition with Missouri for the teams' relocation, with incentives covering up to 70% of stadium costs in Kansas.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rivals.com - Missouri
The Missouri Tigers are set to face their first ranked opponent of the season, the No. 2 Kansas Jayhawks, in the Border War rivalry game. Missouri is hoping to earn their first win over Kansas in over a decade and is relying on their experience and improved roster to make it a competitive game. However, the Jayhawks have been performing well, with wins over high-major opponents, and are favored to win. The Tigers will need to deny Kansas' key players, pressure their ball-handlers, and make their shots to have a chance at victory.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rock M Nation
Mizzou Basketball head coach Dennis Gates and point guard Nick Honor discuss their team's growth, the upcoming Border War showdown with Kansas, and the challenges of playing in the hostile environment of The Phog. Gates emphasizes the importance of depth and competing to the best of their ability, while Honor advises his teammates to stay focused and not get distracted. Both express confidence in their team's perimeter defense and highlight key players to watch.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Cowboy State Daily
Ahead of the annual Border War game between Colorado State University (CSU) and the University of Wyoming (UW), a pair of bronze rams on the CSU campus were painted with a "UW" symbol on their backsides. The rivalry between the two schools has a long history of pranks and memorable incidents, with the game being played for bragging rights for the next year. CSU holds an overall edge in the series, but there is disagreement over the official scorecard due to a forfeit in the first game. The rivalry is known for its intensity and has seen incidents such as a benches-clearing brawl and mascot fights.