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Who is Kate Mara dating? Elliot Page shares details of secret relationship with her after he came out as Gay in 2014
Who is Kate Mara dating? Elliot Page shares details of secret relationship with her after he came out as Gay in 2014
'The first person I fell for after my heart was broken was Kate Mara', said Elliot Page
2023-06-03 05:19
A sudden drop off or just a blip? Max Verstappen provides the answer
A sudden drop off or just a blip? Max Verstappen provides the answer
What made last Sunday’s pulsating Singapore Grand Prix so captivating was a genuine battle at the front: a battle for first, from lights out to the chequered flag. But it was only made possible by a clanger of a weekend from runaway constructors leaders Red Bull, whose perfect win-streak in 2023 came to an abrupt end amid the tight twists and turns of the city-state. Yet briskly onto Japan, a more conventional racetrack, would the status quo be restored? It certainly seems so. Judging by initial signs from Friday practice at Suzuka – a driver-favourite on the calendar due to its heart-shredding high-speed corners – it would be a major shock if Max Verstappen did not claim his 11th win in 12 races come Sunday. The flying Dutchman, closing in on the home-straight in his irrepressible march to a hat-trick of world titles, was fastest in both free practice sessions. And by some distance too. Six-tenths of a second in FP1, narrowed down to three-tenths by FP2. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and McLaren’s Lando Norris, in consistency unexpected from practice, were the next-best in both sessions. “It felt really good today,” said Verstappen, back to his customary satisfied self after the anomaly of Singapore. “From lap one, the car was really enjoyable to drive again. It seems we had a strong day on short runs and long runs. So far, we have a good start to the weekend. “It looks tight behind me between Ferrari and McLaren, they’re close. But we just focus on ourselves, try to optimise our performance and if we do that, then I’m confident we’ll fight for pole.” Last year’s frenetic Suzuka race in the rain, memorable for Pierre Gasly’s close shave with a repair vehicle, saw Verstappen crowned a two-time champion following a dramatic end with Leclerc handed an position-changing penalty. For so long, it seemed Suzuka would be the venue for his crowning glory again in 2023. But all Singapore did was delay the inevitable by a race: that moment is likely to come amid the sprint weekend in Qatar at the start of October. Norris, still chasing his first win after recording a ninth Formula 1 podium last week, struggled to hide his deflation at realising Christian Horner’s team were back in their usual flow. “I doubt it’s going to be pole [for us], Red Bull is normal Red Bull,” the Brit said. “The pace was there… but the car feels pretty all over the place. A handful. “I don’t think we’re far away. Challenging for pole is a big task and probably a bit too far – challenging Mercedes, Ferrari and Astons has to be our battle for tomorrow.” Mind you, Mercedes might count themselves fortunate to be included in that list, given their performance on Friday. Neither driver was in the top-10 in first practice, while Lewis Hamilton only managed a best-result of 14th in FP2. “It was a very challenging day for us out there,” said the seven-time world champion and five-time winner in Japan. “I had a lack of confidence in the car and that contributed to our struggles. It was difficult to find the right balance and we didn’t manage to get on top of it by the end of FP2. The tyres were overheating and that left us quite far off the top of the timing sheets. “We know we’ve got a lot of work to do tonight to pick up the performance. I do believe we can make improvements though. We have had similar Friday’s this season and come back stronger on Saturday. We will see tomorrow if we have done so again. We will be putting in the effort this evening to give us every chance of getting ourselves higher up the order.” Higher up the order is certainly obtainable. What is not, it seems, is a major weekend challenge to Verstappen. Last week was nothing but a blip. Stranger things have happened – and the last two pole positions have been claimed by Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz – but even on race simulations on Friday, the Red Bull was about a second-a-lap quicker on average than anyone else. Following qualifying on Saturday – bright and early in the UK (7am BST) – the racing on Sunday looks once again likely to be behind the champion-in-waiting. Read More Lewis Hamilton says ‘something’s up’ at Red Bull – if Max Verstappen struggles in Japan ‘Buzzin corner’: Sebastian Vettel reunites with F1 grid for ‘bee hotels’ in Japan Lando Norris calls for ‘harsher penalties’ after Max Verstappen incident How to buy tickets for the 2024 British Grand Prix at Silverstone ‘Buzzin corner’: Sebastian Vettel reunites with F1 grid in Japan F1 Japanese Grand Prix LIVE: Practice updates and times at Suzuka
2023-09-22 20:16
Feds spread $1 billion for tree plantings among US cities to reduce extreme heat and benefit health
Feds spread $1 billion for tree plantings among US cities to reduce extreme heat and benefit health
Hundreds of communities around the country will share more than $1 billion in federal money to help them plant and maintain trees under a federal program that is intended to reduce extreme heat, benefit health and improve access to nature
2023-09-14 17:00
How to Slide in Madden 23
How to Slide in Madden 23
Here's how to slide in Madden 23 for all available platforms to make sure you protect your ball-carrier in crucial situations.
1970-01-01 08:00
Prince Harry set to give evidence in phone hacking trial
Prince Harry set to give evidence in phone hacking trial
Prince Harry will take to the witness stand Tuesday as his years-long battle against Britain's tabloid media reaches its most dramatic stage so far.
2023-06-06 15:16
Limited-Time DraftKings Iowa Promo Unlocks $200 Bonus GUARANTEED
Limited-Time DraftKings Iowa Promo Unlocks $200 Bonus GUARANTEED
There’s not much to root for right now as a sports fan in Iowa, but that changes today thanks to the new promotion at DraftKings Sportsbook!Sports bettors in Iowa who sign up with DraftKings will win $200 in bonus bets INSTANTLY after placing your first bet of $5 or more!Keep reading t...
2023-06-01 21:00
FBI agent contests whistleblower claims in Hunter Biden case, transcript shows
FBI agent contests whistleblower claims in Hunter Biden case, transcript shows
The FBI agent managing the team on the Hunter Biden criminal case testified to the House Judiciary Committee that US Attorney David Weiss had ultimate authority over the case, contesting testimony brought forward by whistleblowers.
2023-09-14 03:59
A nurse is named as the prime suspect in the mysterious death of the Nigerian Afrobeat star Mohbad
A nurse is named as the prime suspect in the mysterious death of the Nigerian Afrobeat star Mohbad
Police in Nigeria have identified a nurse as the “principal suspect” in the mysterious death of a Nigerian Afrobeat star which triggered dayslong protests demanding justice
2023-10-07 02:35
Eskom Slaps Conditions on Emergency Bidders to Stop Grid Hogging
Eskom Slaps Conditions on Emergency Bidders to Stop Grid Hogging
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd. has imposed conditions to access the national grid on 1,850 megawatts worth of projects
2023-08-02 19:38
Ukraine Recap: Confusion Over Bakhmut as G-7 Summit Concludes
Ukraine Recap: Confusion Over Bakhmut as G-7 Summit Concludes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy suggested his country was losing control of Bakhmut after months of fierce fighting but
2023-05-21 21:26
Drake is yet another artist targeted by a flying object on stage during a concert
Drake is yet another artist targeted by a flying object on stage during a concert
Drake once sang, "Call me on my cellphone," but never once did he say to fling one at him while he's on stage performing.
2023-07-07 07:24
Ramsey FIFA 23 Challenges: How to Complete the World Cup Path to Glory Objective
Ramsey FIFA 23 Challenges: How to Complete the World Cup Path to Glory Objective
Aaron Ramsey FIFA 23 challenges are now live for players to earn a free World Cup Path to Glory card. Here's how to complete each objective.
1970-01-01 08:00