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  French Open Tennis: Top 5 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Paris Ah, Paris – the city of love, art, and, of course, tennis! If you're lucky enough to find yourself in the City of Lights during the French Open Tennis season, fret not if your budget is tighter than a tennis racket string. There's a plethora of affordable and exciting activities awaiting you. From strolling down charming streets to enjoying local delicacies, here are the top 5 budget-friendly things to do in Paris. Picnic at Jardin des Tuileries: Grab a baguette, some cheese, and perhaps a bottle of reasonably priced French wine, and head to Jardin des Tuileries. Nestled between the Louvre Museum and Place de la Concorde, this beautiful garden offers a perfect setting for a budget-friendly picnic. Enjoy your meal surrounded by lush greenery, statues, and the delightful Parisian ambiance. Explore the Latin Quarter: Wander through the narrow cobblestone streets of the Latin Quarter, where every corner exudes histor

                                                                        Apple's Vision Pro will revolutionize Sports Viewing  by Razor Alex  Apple's latest innovation, Vision Pro, is anticipated to transform the sports-watching experience. The acquisition of VR startup NextVR, known for its expertise in live and recorded sports and concert events, in May 2020 for $100 million, has positioned Apple at the forefront of virtual reality Over the past few years, Apple strategically acquired various startups in virtual and augmented reality, including Mira, Space, and NextVR. These acquisitions are expected to play a crucial role in reshaping the consumption of sports content and contributing to Apple's success in this domain. Apple CEO Tim Cook highlighted Vision Pro's capabilities, stating that it can surpass those of Mac or iPhone, offering users even more advanced features. Apple's existing commitment to sports is evident through exclusive deals signed with major leag

                                                                                                                 CBS Chiefs 30, 49ers 24 In the upcoming Super Bowl LVIII rematch between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs, the Chiefs CBS predicts the Chiefs to win their third title in five years. Emphasizing the Chiefs' strong defense, a notable improvement from previous seasons, ranking second in points and yards allowed per game. Their defense has successfully shut down top-scoring offenses in the postseason.  The X-factors for the Chiefs include running back Isaiah Pacheco, who has been effective in postseason play, and rookie wide receiver Rashee Rice, contributing significantly to the team's offensive resurgence. The Chiefs' offensive line is also highlighted as a crucial factor, with a low sack percentage throughout the season, especially in the postseason. The prediction favors the Chiefs, attributing their advantage in the trenches, the best head coac

             Today 8:07 ET                     Blue Jackets v Blues  St. Louis Blues aim to extend their winning streak. Despite facing the Columbus Blue Jackets at home, a matchup that doesn't offer the most favorable odds, the Blues find themselves in a promising position with a commendable 15-8-1 record. St. Louis has shown proficiency in defending their home turf, while the Blue Jackets have struggled on the road, boasting a 6-11-6 record. Heading into Tuesday's game, the Blue Jackets bring with them a two-game losing streak, particularly grappling with challenges in their goaltending department. Daniil Tarasov, their expected starter, has a 3.79 goals against average (GAA) and a modest .881 save percentage, placing Columbus at a clear disadvantage. Defensive struggles are evident, as the team allows the second-highest goals per game at 3.73. This issue goes beyond Tarasov's difficulties in his 10 games of action. With Columbus scoring just under the average goals per g

  In an impressive comeback, the San Francisco 49ers secured a spot in Super Bowl LVIII by overcoming a 17-point halftime deficit to defeat the Detroit Lions 34-31 at Levi's Stadium in the NFC championship game. The Lions initially dominated both the ball possession and scoreboard in a surprising first half, showcasing their strength on both sides of the line of scrimmage and amassing 148 rushing yards against the formidable 49ers defensive front, leading 24-7 at halftime. However, a remarkable third-quarter surge by the 49ers, highlighted by extraordinary plays from Brandon Aiyuk and Christian McCaffrey, erased the Lions' lead. The 49ers claimed their first lead in the fourth quarter with a 33-yard field goal. Subsequent critical stops and significant runs by Brock Purdy and McCaffrey set the stage for an Elijah Mitchell touchdown, extending the 49ers' lead to 10 points late in the fourth quarter. Despite a late touchdown drive by the Lions led by Jared Goff, their onside

 In the latest NHL developments, the Edmonton Oilers continued their remarkable winning streak, securing their 14th consecutive victory with a 4-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Warren Foegele and Evander Kane each contributed a goal and an assist, while Connor McDavid and Dylan Holloway also found the net for the Oilers. Goalie Stuart Skinner made 27 saves, extending his personal win streak to 11 games and surpassing Grant Fuhr for the longest single-season win streak in Oilers history. In other matchups on Tuesday: The Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3, with Nikita Kucherov leading the charge with three goals and an assist. This win placed Kucherov at the top of the NHL point leaderboard with 80 points. The San Jose Sharks achieved their first three-game winning streak of the season by rallying to beat the New York Rangers 3-2 in overtime. Tomás Hertl scored the decisive goal in the extra period. The Ottawa Senators secured a 4-1 victory over the Montreal

  At the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic faced a stunning defeat, marking his first loss at the tournament since 2018. The Italian fourth seed, Jannik Sinner, secured a convincing victory of 6-1, 6-2, 6-7 (6-8), 6-3, advancing to his first Grand Slam final. Djokovic's bid for an unprecedented 11th title and a 25th major, surpassing Margaret Court, came to an end. Sinner, 22, will go on to face Daniil Medvedev in the final, who staged a remarkable comeback against Alexander Zverev in a four-hour and 18-minute match. Djokovic's elimination ensures a new name on the Australian Open men's singles trophy. Djokovic, 36, had an impressive record in Melbourne, winning 33 consecutive matches since his defeat to Chung Hyeon in 2018. However, Sinner's relentless performance, fueled by recent victories over Djokovic, led to the Serbian's downfall. In the realm of Melbourne Park, a longstanding question has lingered: why has the younger generation struggled to halt Djokovic'

  Prediction 👉                                CBS Chiefs 28 - Ravens 26 49ers 34 - Lions 31  For the AFC Championship game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens, the analyst notes the showdown between quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes. There's an emphasis on the Chiefs' defense needing to address issues with the run game, with an optimistic view of improvement. The analyst expects Mahomes, with his postseason experience, to outshine Jackson, leading the Chiefs to win 28-26. In the NFC Championship game featuring the Detroit Lions against the San Francisco 49ers, the analyst acknowledges the Lions facing a tough challenge against the NFC's best team. There's a suggestion that the key for the Lions is blocking up front and taking shots at the 49ers' secondary. Despite the potential for offensive success, the analyst points out the Lions' defensive issues, especially at corner. There's a prediction of a shootout with both teams p

 by R Alexander Colorado Avalanche fans, once again witnessing Nathan MacKinnon's dazzling performance, erupted into familiar "MVP!" chants. Despite leading the league in scoring after his second four-goal game this season, MacKinnon remains grounded, acknowledging the cheers but keeping expectations in check. In the aftermath of the Avalanche's impressive 6-2 victory over the Washington Capitals, MacKinnon, sporting a jubilant mood, reflected on the fan chants. He humorously dismissed the MVP hype, emphasizing his prior encounters with such acclaim and his reluctance to build up hopes. The post-game interviews also featured insights from Avalanche Head Coach Jared Bednar, praising MacKinnon's unwavering dedication off the ice. Bednar highlighted the player's consistent commitment to refining his training habits, evolving from great to elite and even super elite levels. MacKinnon's relentless pursuit of improvement, according to Bednar, ensures he rarely

  Teams                            Money Line Odds Montreal Canadiens              2.50 New Jersey Devils                1.55 Detroit Red Wings                2.65 Florida Panthers                   1.51 Chicago Blackhawks           3.37 Buffalo Sabres                    1.34

 Team                      Money Line Odds Vancouver Canucks         1.47 Columbus Blue Jackets     2.75 Anaheim Ducks             4.00 Florida Panthers          1.26 New Jersey Devils          2.40 Boston Bruins             1.60 Seattle Kraken            2.25 Pittsburgh Penguins       1.68 Los Angeles Kings         2.25 Carolina Hurricanes       1.68 New York Islanders         1.95 Minnesota Wild             1.86 Nashville Predators        2.00 Vegas Golden Knights       1.83 Colorado Avalanche         1.50 Montreal Canadiens         2.70 Philadelphia Flyers        2.00 St. Louis Blues            1.83

  Team                           Money Line Odds    Puckline Odds  Anaheim Ducks                  3.75               +1.5 (2.10) Carolina Hurricanes            1.28               -1.5 (1.71) Edmonton Oilers                1.60               -1.5 (2.30) Detroit Red Wings               2.40               +1.5 (1.55) New Jersey Devils               2.30               +1.5 (1.47) Tampa Bay Lightning             1.66               -1.5 (2.45) Vancouver Canucks               2.10               +1.5 (1.43) Pittsburgh Penguins             1.76               -1.5 (2.60) Ottawa Senators                 2.05                   +1.5 (1.41) Buffalo Sabres                  1.80                      -1.5 (2.65) San Jose Sharks                 2.35                    +1.5 (1.50) Montreal Canadiens              1.62               -1.5 (2.40) Seattle Kraken                  1.80                    -1.5 (2.75) Washington Capitals             2.05               +1.5 (1.38) Toronto Maple Leafs             1

  Teams                            Money Line Odds and puckline  Montreal Canadiens               2.50 Philadelphia Flyers              1.55 Montreal Canadiens (+1.5)         1.55 Philadelphia Flyers (-1.5)        2.30 Minnesota Wild                   2.65 Dallas Stars                     1.51 Minnesota Wild (+1.5)            1.62 Dallas Stars (-1.5)              2.20 Vegas Golden Knights             2.25 Colorado Avalanche               1.68 Vegas Golden Knights (+1.5)      1.47 Colorado Avalanche (-1.5)        2.45

                                        Canucks 2.20 Rangers 1.71 Penguins 1.80 Flyers 2.05 Stars 1.71 Wild 2.20  

  Team                 Money Line Carolina Hurricanes  1.55 Washington Capitals  2.50 Chicago Blackhawks   4.25 New Jersey Devils     1.23 Winnipeg Jets         1.55 Anaheim Ducks         2.50

 Team                      Odds Buffalo Sabres            1.66 Montreal Canadiens        2.30 Columbus Blue Jackets     2.55 Philadelphia Flyers       1.54 Pittsburgh Penguins       2.25 Boston Bruins             1.68 Chicago Blackhawks        4.40 New York Rangers          1.22 Vancouver Canucks         1.66 St. Louis Blues           2.30 Calgary Flames            2.00 Nashville Predators       1.83 Tampa Bay Lightning       1.76 Minnesota Wild            2.10 Colorado Avalanche        2.05 Dallas Stars              1.80 New York Islanders        1.83 Arizona Coyotes           2.00 Florida Panthers          1.83 Vegas Golden Knights      2.00 Ottawa Senators           2.00 Seattle Kraken            1.83 Winnipeg Jets             1.37 San Jose Sharks           3.15 Detroit Red Wings         2.50 Los Angeles Kings         1.55  

| Team                    | Initial Odds | Updated Odds | Odds Change | Percentage Change | |-------------------------|--------------|--------------|-------------|-------------------| | Milwaukee Bucks          | 1.62         | 1.62         | 0.00        | 0.00%              | Indiana Pacers           | 2.35         | 2.35         | 0.00        | 0.00%              | Washington Wizards       | 4.20         | 4.20         | 0.00        | 0.00%      | Cleveland Cavaliers      | 1.23         | 1.23         | 0.00        | 0.00%              | Oklahoma City Thunder    | 1.90         | 1.86         | -0.04       | -2.11%             | Atlanta Hawks            | 1.90         | 1.90         | 0.00        | 0.00%              | Toronto Raptors          | 1.95         | 1.95         | 0.00        | 0.00%              | Memphis Grizzlies        | 1.86         | 1.86         | 0.00        | 0.00%              | New Orleans Pelicans     | 3.10         | 2.90         | -0.20       | -6.45%         

NHL Odds Changes  Team          Initial Odds  Now Odds  Change in Odds  Percentage Change Bruins         1.47    1.44        -0.03           -2.04%                                                                                    Blue Jackets   2.75    2.85     0.10            3.64% BOS 4, CBJ 1 Hurricanes     2.05     2.10        0.05            2.44%                                                                                Rangers        1.80      1.76        -0.04           -2.22%  CAR 6, NYR 1 Capitals       2.40     2.50        0.10            4.17%                                                                            Penguins       1.60    1.55        -0.05           -3.13% WSH 4, PIT 3 Flames         2.10    1.86        -0.24            -11.43%                                                                       Wild           1.76     1.95        0.19            10.80% CGY 3, MIN 1 Blackhawks     3.00    3.30        0.30     10.00%                                   

      T'wolves     1.80   1.86     +0.06      +3.33%                Knicks      2.05     1.95     -0.10       -4.88%                 T'wolves 106 - Knicks 112    Cavaliers    2.10   2.20    +0.10       +4.76%               Raptors     1.76     1.71     -0.05       -2.84%               Cavaliers 121 - Raptors 124    Pistons     3.50     3.90     +0.40     +11.43%               Rockets     1.32    1.27     -0.05      -3.79%             Pistons 113 - Rockets 136    Pacers      3.37     3.60     +0.23      +6.82%                Bucks       1.34     1.31         -0.03      -2.24%              Pacers 122 - Bucks 113    Hornets     8.05     8.20    +0.15       +1.86%               Nuggets     |.09        1.09      0.00     0.00%                Hornets 93 - Nuggets 111  Mavericks 1.62     1.55         | -0.07  -4.32%                Jazz      2.35         2.50        +0.15    +6.38%               Mavericks 90 - Jazz 127    T' Blazers 4.95        5.15      +0.20    +4.04%