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The scheduled soccer match between Los Angeles FC (LAFC) and Houston Dynamo at Shell Energy Stadium on Sunday had to be postponed due to persistent bad weather. Despite an attempt to shift the start time ahead by two hours, the game could not proceed as the weather showed no signs of improvement. A new date for the match has not been announced yet. LAFC will now prepare to face Columbus Crew, and Houston Dynamo will take on Minnesota United on the next Saturday.

Emma Raducanu exits Wimbledon after a tense three-set encounter with qualifier Lulu Sun, who won 6-2, 5-7, 6-2. Raducanu, recovering from surgery, faced serving struggles and a brief injury, while Sun's aggressive play led her to historic quarterfinals. Raducanu praised Sun and reflected on her own limitations during the match.

Seyi Olofinjana, a former Nigerian professional footballer, lands a significant role at Premier League club Chelsea. Despite never having played for Chelsea during his career, this marks a notable shift in Olofinjana's career from player to influential backroom staff member, illustrating his broader impact on the sport.

The Serie A season begins with high expectations. Fabio Capello believes Inter Milan is the favorite to win, while key matches and significant transfers set the stage. Fans eagerly await clashes like Inzaghi vs. Gasp and Juventus vs. Roma. Transfers such as Alessandro Buongiorno to Napoli and Roma's pursuit of a striker are also grabbing headlines.

Many stores in Tennessee will have altered hours on the 4th of July, although some like Target and Walmart will remain open. Government offices and delivery services such as UPS and FedEx will be closed. Essential services will continue to operate. Learn more about which stores will be open and closed on Independence Day this year.

A comprehensive study, published in The Lancet Rheumatology, reveals that maintaining a lupus low disease activity state (LLDAS) or remission significantly lessens the risk of organ damage and disease flares in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Tracking 3449 patients, the study highlights the benefits of sustained LLDAS over 3 months.

The US men's soccer team faces a critical match against Uruguay on July 1 in the 2024 Copa America Group stage. With the risk of not advancing to the quarterfinals, the US team needs a win or draw, depending on Panama's outcome. The match at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City starts at 9 p.m. and will be broadcast on FS1 and fuboTV.

Jamaica and Venezuela will clash in their concluding group match at Copa America 2024. While Venezuela has already advanced with two wins, Jamaica plays only for pride after two losses. The match kicks off at 8 pm EST on June 30, 2024. Fans can watch it live on various platforms including UniMás, DirecTV Stream, ViX, FS1, Fubo, and Sling TV, or use a VPN like NordVPN for access abroad.

Oludotun Jacobs, the beloved veteran Nollywood actor, is confirmed to be alive and well. Nigerian columnist Betty Irabor took to social media to dispel circulating rumors of his demise, urging people to dismiss such unfounded claims. Olu Jacobs has been the subject of similar rumors in the past, which have also been refuted by reliable sources.

Netflix's romantic comedy 'A Family Affair' has sparked varied reactions from critics. Starring Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron, the film follows the story of Zara, who navigates unexpected encounters and romantic twists. Though praised by some for its heartfelt performances, others criticized it for its lack of depth. Currently, the movie holds a 47% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Chelsea's bid for Leicester's midfielder Dewsbury-Hall falls short of the £40m valuation. Negotiations continue as Chelsea considers player swaps or loans, involving names like Armando Broja, David Datro Fofana, and Cesare Casadei. Dewsbury-Hall, admired at Leicester, is open to joining Chelsea but is happy at his current club.

The 2024 NBA Draft's first round stunned fans and analysts alike with unexpected selections, most notably Zach Edey, Carlton Carrington, and AJ Johnson. These choices illustrate the unpredictable nature of the draft, with players' NCAA performances and potential outweighing initial projections.