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National Gallery studying Freedom 250 IndyCar vibrations' impact on art

The National Gallery is planning to study how the upcoming Freedom 250 GrandPrix will impact its art collection as IndyCar racecars will reach the speed of 185 mph near some of the District’s most historic artifacts. “In preparation for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, the National Gallery conducted an extensive vibration study and based on...

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Chargers training camp: Pair of safeties stand out on Day 8

The Los Angeles Chargers got standout performances from these two safeties on Day 8 of training camp.

  • Rookie safety Genesis Smith intercepted pass thrown by Justin Herbert.
  • Veteran safety Elijah Molden enters third season with Chargers.
  • Chargers defensive coordinator praises Smith's ball skills and QB anticipation.

28m ago ·sports.yahoo.com

The beauty behind an Andy Reid 10-10-10 practice

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In the NFL, teams are required to hold a non-padded practice after three consecutive days in pads.

  • Andy Reid introduces 10-10-10 practice format in St. Joseph, Missouri
  • Focuses on mental sharpness and lower intensity, not full-speed drills
  • Evaluates players' quick thinking and execution skills for roster spots

35m ago ·sports.yahoo.com

Grand Forks high school football teams open practice following playoff seasons

Aug. 6—GRAND FORKS — The start of high school football in North Dakota is approaching rapidly. Grand Forks Red River and Grand Forks Central both took the first major step toward Week 1 Thursday…

  • Grand Forks high school football teams resume preseason practices.
  • Red River and Central teams reached 2025 North Dakota Division AA playoffs.
  • Red River focuses on new quarterback competition, Central on skill position replacements.

35m ago ·sports.yahoo.com

5 observations of UND football fall camp Day 8

Aug. 6—GRAND FORKS — The UND football team wore full pads and brought in local officials on Thursday morning as the Fighting Hawks went through fall camp Day 8.

  • UND football team conducts full-contact drills during Day 8 of fall camp.
  • Defensive tackles Mason and Isaac Beaver excel at penetrating backfield.
  • Offense highlights Kaminski's touchdown and Tupou'ata-Johnson's three touchdowns.

35m ago ·sports.yahoo.com