Thursday Notes for May 30th, 2024
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This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores the most significant cultural stories of the day.
Culture
New Malcolm Gladwell book
Revenge of the Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering, due out in October.
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Sports
A'ja Wilson goes off in win over Lynx, makes WNBA history with fifth consecutive 20-point, 10-rebound game
Wilson's MVP-cailber play (29 points, 15 boards) leads the Aces.
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The NBA’s No. 1 Pick Is Both a Blessing and a Curse
Having the NBA draft’s no. 1 pick sounds pretty good. Having two, like the Minnesota Timberwolves, sounds even better. But as history has shown, top picks rarely lead their teams to the NBA’s mountaintop.
Karl-Anthony Towns always remembers the faith Flip Saunders placed in him—and, in turn, the promise he made to Flip Saunders back in 2015: that the Minnesota Timberwolves would rise again, thrive again, and someday dominate again.
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Agent: Bronny stays in the NBA draft, planning workouts
After a strong pre-draft process, Bronny James will remain in the 2024 NBA draft, according to his agent, Rich Paul, who spoke to ESPN hours before the 11:59 p.m. ET deadline.
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Red Bull purchases stake in Leeds United, set to be shirt sponsor next season
Global soft drinks giant Red Bull has struck a deal to purchase a minority stake in Leeds United — and will sponsor the English club’s shirts next season.
The multi-national, which controls a large stable of football teams worldwide alongside its powerful Formula One operation, is set to seal an investment which will see it join Leeds’ existing ownership group.
Sneakers
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Italian Fashion Brand Golden Goose to List Next Month
Italy’s Golden Goose, the maker of Superstar sneakers worn by celebrities like Taylor Swift and sold for hundreds of dollars a pair, said it intends to launch an initial public offering in Milan next month.
Uristocrat Store
Uristocrat Square Logo Crewneck
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