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Saturday Night Live is adding five new cast members for its 51st season, including Ben Marshall of Please Don’t Destroy, along with Tommy Brennan, Jeremy Culhane, Kam Patterson, and Veronika Slowikowska, expanding the show's cast after recent departures.
Nebraska volleyball, ranked preseason No. 1, is preparing for its season with a key scrimmage that will showcase the setter competition, new talent, and team confidence, setting the stage for an anticipated season aiming for a third straight Final Four.
Forbes has reported a record 2,781 billionaires globally, with 265 new entrants in 2024, including Taylor Swift and Magic Johnson. The US leads with 67 new billionaires, while China and India also saw significant increases. Italian Andrea Pignataro is the richest newcomer at $27.5 billion, and Taylor Swift amassed an estimated $1.1 billion fortune from her Eras Tour and music catalog. More than half of the newcomers are self-made billionaires, with manufacturing and technology sectors contributing the most to the new wealth.
Kotaku readers share their opinions on the best entry point for newcomers to the Final Fantasy series, with suggestions including Final Fantasy IV, VI, IX, X, and Tactics. Some readers argue that the recent Remake is a suitable starting point, while others advocate for older titles like FF6 for its characters and story. Overall, the recommendations vary, but many agree that the chosen game should offer a balance of accessibility and classic Final Fantasy elements.
U.S. Men's National Soccer Team coach Gregg Berhalter has announced a 25-man squad for the winter training camp in Orlando, featuring 15 first-time invitees and a focus on younger, MLS-based talent due to the unavailability of top players like Christian Pulisic. The camp, which is not during an official international window, will precede a friendly against Slovenia and will serve as an opportunity for players to make an impression ahead of the Concacaf Nations League finals and the 2024 Copa América. Notable inclusions are several players from the Under-20 World Cup squad and recent MLS Cup winners.
The 12 newcomers to the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot include players like José Bautista, Adrián Beltré, Bartolo Colon, Adrián González, Matt Holliday, Victor Martinez, Joe Mauer, Brandon Phillips, José Reyes, James Shields, Chase Utley, and David Wright. Each player has made a distinctive impact on the game, with notable achievements and contributions throughout their careers. While not all of them may receive enough votes for induction, they deserve recognition for their accomplishments and influence on the sport.
The Carolina Hurricanes, with a roster mostly comprised of newcomers, started their preseason with a 5-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Despite a slow start, the Hurricanes showed resolve and took the lead, with Tony DeAngelo making an impact in his return to the team. Goaltenders Frederik Andersen and Pyotr Kochetkov had solid performances, and head coach Rod Brind'Amour praised the effort of the forward group. The Hurricanes will play their next preseason game against the Florida Panthers.
The longlist for the 2023 National Book Award for Young People's Literature has been announced, featuring ten titles written by newcomers to the National Book Awards. The finalists will be revealed in October, with the winners announced in November at the National Book Awards Ceremony.
The Nebraska Volleyball team is tied for No. 5 in the AVCA Preseason Coaches Poll, alongside Pittsburgh. After a disappointing season, the Huskers aim to return to the Final Four with a roster that includes six newcomers, including a highly-ranked recruiting class. Nebraska will also introduce a new setter and transition to a traditional 5-1 offense. The Big Ten conference dominates the rankings, with four teams in the top ten and six in the top 25.
Quarterbacks Joe Milton and Nico Iamaleava showcased their skills in Tennessee football's Orange and White spring game, with Milton throwing a touchdown pass and Iamaleava impressing with a 30-yard pass on the run. Several key players were out or limited, but walk-on Gaston Moore shined as the No. 3 quarterback, while newcomers Omarr Norman-Lott and Arion Carter made sacks on defense.
The Florida Gators' defense stole the show during their spring game, with Coach Austin Armstrong's scheme allowing the players to play freely and showcase their abilities. The defensive front created problems for the offense, and multiple newcomers made lasting impressions. The level of competition created by the newcomers has brought out the best in each room, and the defense has the potential to see major improvement in 2023.
FSU's spring practice saw some impressive plays from newcomers, including interceptions, while Verse dominated the field.
Tennessee's football team held its first spring practice on Monday, marking the official start of the Vols' third spring under coach Josh Heupel. The practice was also the first official practice for several of their newcomers who have joined them since their Orange Bowl victory over Clemson on Dec. 30. The team has added 19 players from the 2023 signing class and eight transfers, including four-star transfers McCallan Castles, Dont'e Thornton, Gabe Jeudy-Lally, and Keenan Pili.
Tennessee football released its updated roster, revealing the jersey numbers, heights, and weights for the more than two dozen newcomers who joined the program in January. The roster includes 19 players from Tennessee’s top-10 2023 recruiting class and eight transfer additions. The Vols used the portal to bring in more experience and plug some gaps on offense, defense, and special teams. The 2023 recruiting class finished ninth overall and fourth in the SEC in the 247Sports team recruiting rankings.