Скип Бейлисс вернется на шоу «First Take» в качестве специального гостя
В эту пятницу на телеканале ESPN состоится разовое воссоединение Скипа Бейлисса и Стивена А. Смита в рамках программы «First Take». Последний раз Бейлисс появлялся в этом шоу в июне 2016 года, после чего перешел на канал FS1. В данный момент Бейлисс не ведет собственное телешоу и работает автором на YouTube-платформе Гилберта Аренаса.Формат их взаимодействия изменился: если в 2012 году именно Бейлисс пригласил Смита стать своим постоянным партнером, то сегодня Смит является одной из ключевых фигур спортивных медиа. ESPN подчеркивает, что это «разовое воссоединение», что исключает возможность возвращения Бейлисса в шоу на постоянной основе.Появление Бейлисса происходит на фоне неоднозначной динамики рейтингов «First Take». В то время как другие программы сети, такие как «Get Up» и «The Pat McAfee Show», демонстрируют двузначный рост аудитории, показатели «First Take» выросли лишь на 5%. При этом эксперты отмечают, что Смит в последнее время часто допускает фактические ошибки в спортивной аналитике и уделяет много времени политическим дискуссиям.Помимо Бейлисса, ESPN планирует привлечь других приглашенных гостей для повышения охвата: на следующей неделе в дебатах с Смитом примут участие рэпер Cam'ron и комик Kid Mero. Сам Бейлисс уже выразил свое нетерпение перед предстоящим эфиром.
Skip Bayless to reunite with Stephen A. Smith on ESPN as First Take's ratings slip
For the first time in nearly a decade, Skip Bayless and Stephen A. Smith will debate each other on ESPN’s "First Take" this Friday.On Monday, the network announced Bayless will join Smith for a "one-time reunion" in Los Angeles. Bayless last appeared on the show in June 2016, before leaving ESPN for FS1.The dynamics this time are different. "First Take" used to be Bayless’ show. He personally asked Smith to join him as a full-time debate partner in 2012. At the time, Smith had just returned to ESPN as a radio host and did not have a television platform. Today, Smith is one of the biggest names in sports media, while Bayless no longer has a television show after leaving FS1 in 2024. He is now a contributor to Gilbert Arenas’ YouTube platform.SPORTS MEDIA RACE-BAITERS ARE ALREADY TAKING NIKOLA JOKIC CRITICISM TOO FARNotice the wording ESPN used to promote Bayless’ appearance, calling it a "one-time reunion." That phrasing appears to shut down speculation that Bayless could return to "First Take" as a full-time host or a weekly contributor, like Chris "Mad Dog" Russo.Still, Smith previously said he had moved on and had no interest in reuniting with Bayless. Plans and visions change.As OutKick reported last month, most of ESPN’s shows are up double digits year over year. It is no coincidence that this surge coincided with the network toning down political and racial dialogue. However, "First Take" is the outlier."Get Up" airs directly before "First Take" and is up 18%. "The Pat McAfee Show," which follows "First Take," is up 16%. And yet, "First Take" is up just 5%, which falls below the standard Big Data + Panel bump.In an industry where showing growth is paramount, ESPN management and Smith are certainly aware of "First Take’s" trends.They hope Bayless can provide a much-needed bump, but we aren't so sure he will.Bayless is no longer the needle mover he was when he left ESPN 10 years ago. Near the end of his run at FS1, "Undisputed" averaged just 30,000 viewers. He also recently stopped recording "The Skip Bayless Show" podcast, which drew only a few thousand views per episode on YouTube.Further, Bayless cannot be the answer if Smith is the problem.Since signing a record $100 million contract last year, Smith has appeared increasingly uninterested in the content. His rants are often predictable, repetitive and riddled with errors. Over the past year, he has repeatedly misidentified players or discussed players and coaches who are no longer active.Perhaps Smith’s political commentary has become a distraction for him. If so, he should no longer host a daily two-hour sports debate show on ESPN.Skip Bayless will not change that. If anything, known for his obsessive preparation, Bayless will further highlight Smith’s lack of command of current sports topics and make him look worse.In other moves to boost viewership for "First Take," ESPN says rapper Cam’ron on May 5 and comedian Kid Mero on May 7 will also debate Smith next week.For now, Bayless is excited for his return."CAN’T WAIT FOR FRIDAY," he posted on X. "MORE SOON."
Министр финансов США Скотт Бессент заявил, что Китай оказывает финансовую поддержку Ирану, и призвал власти КНР помочь Вашингтону в обеспечении судоходства через Ормузский пролив.
News24 | US official says China is ‘funding’ Iran, urges Beijing to help open Strait of Hormuz
— United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has accused China of “funding the largest state sponsor of terrorism”, referring to Iran, saying that Beijing should help Washington in efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Высокопоставленный адмирал США сообщил об уничтожении шести иранских судов и перехвате атак на американские корабли.
News24 | US forces destroy six Iranian boats, down missiles and drones - US admiral
— The United States has destroyed six Iranian boats and shot down missiles and drones fired at US Navy and commercial vessels by Tehran’s forces, a top US admiral said on Monday.
Двое иностранных участников миссии, направлявшейся в Газу, подвергаются психологическому давлению и угрозам смерти. Об этом сообщила организация, представляющая их интересы.
News24 | Rights group says Gaza flotilla activists facing abuse in Israeli jail
— Two foreign activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla who have been detained in an Israeli prison are facing psychological abuse, death threats and poor detention conditions, a rights group representing them said on Monday.
Китайская группа Zhejiang Geely Holding Group осуществляет крупные инвестиции в три автомобильные компании, уже работающие на американском рынке.
How Chinese carmaker Geely put roots in the U.S.
— Chinese company Zhejiang Geely Holding Group has big investments in three automakers already doing business in the U.S.
Бывший президент США выразил свое отношение к возможной карьере политического обозревателя.
Barack Obama says he doesn’t want to become a ‘commentator’ like Jon Stewart
— The former president added: ‘By the way, I’m glad Jon’s doing it’
После увольнения менеджера Алекса Коры и части тренерского штаба команда «Бостон Ред Сокс» не только опустилась на последнее место, но и столкнулась с публичными разногласиями между игроками.
Red Sox now dealing with locker room issues after publicly blaming each other as Boston sinks into last place
— Boston's 2026 season is unraveling as the Red Sox deal with injuries, a managerial firing, and public disagreements between veterans and young players.
Издание Minnesota Star Tribune удостоено премии Пулитцера в категории Breaking News за репортаж о стрельбе в католической школе Миннеаполиса.
Minnesota Star Tribune wins breaking news Pulitzer for coverage of Mass shooting
— The Minnesota Star Tribune’s coverage of last year’s mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school took the Pulitzer Prize on Monday for breaking news Judges praised the “thoroughness and compassion” of the newspaper’s reporting on a scene of carnage in its hometown
Авиакомпания Spirit Airlines внезапно прекратила выполнение рейсов, что вызвало опасения пассажиров по поводу увеличения стоимости перелетов и неопределенности с возвратом средств.
Spirit Airlines chaos could be big loss for budget travelers as they fight for answers
— Spirit Airlines' abrupt shutdown sparks debate among experts and travelers over whether U.S. airfares will rise without the ultra-low-cost carrier.
Телеканал FOX 8 представил новые видеозаписи следов и аудиозаписи необъяснимых звуков, которые могут подтвердить недавние свидетельства очевидцев в Огайо.
New evidence surfaces in Northeast Ohio Bigfoot flap including alleged tracks and unexplained howls
— New evidence including alleged Bigfoot tracks and audio of unexplained howls surfaces weeks after eight high-credibility reports in Northeast Ohio.
В результате наезда автомобиля на пешеходов в немецком городе Лейпциг погибли два человека, еще несколько получили ранения. Полиция задержала 33-летнего водителя и устанавливает мотивы происшествия.
Car plows into pedestrian zone killing 2 as police detain driver and investigate motive
— Two people were killed and several others seriously injured after a car drove into a pedestrian zone in Leipzig, Germany. Police detained a 33-year-old suspect as officials investigate the cause.
Участие миллиардера Джеффа Безоса и его супруги Лорен Санчес в организации Met Gala вызвало волну протестов и призывы к бойкоту мероприятия.
Anti-Bezos campaign urges Met Gala boycott in New York
— Monday the Met Gala is happening in New York. This year, the star-studded event is being sponsored and co-chaired by the billionaire Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sanchez Bezos. That has prompted a series of unique protests against the affair, including a proposed boycott. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis explains.
Обмен огнем в Ормузском проливе поставил под угрозу хрупкое перемирие на фоне попыток США преодолеть иранскую блокаду судоходства.
U.S. Shot Down Iranian Missiles and Drones in Strait of Hormuz, Admiral Says
— An exchange of fire threatened to shatter a fragile cease-fire as President Trump seeks to break Iran’s effective blockade of the waterway.
В Индии приступили к обработке результатов выборов в штатах, в которых приняли участие более 154 миллионов человек. Итоговые данные могут повлиять на расстановку сил в парламенте перед выборами 2029 года.
Celebrations in India as Vote Counting Begins in State Elections
— Vote counting has begun in India after over 154 million people cast their vote in state elections last month. The results could change the balance of power in the Parliament ahead of national elections in 2029.
Тегеран заявил о принудительном развороте американского военного корабля, однако Вашингтон отрицает наличие инцидента.
Iran-US clash over alleged warship attack in Strait of Hormuz
— Iran claims its navy forced a US warship to turn back from the Strait of Hormuz as Washington denies any clash.
Певица заключила сделку со следствием по делу о нарушении правил дорожного движения. Это решение позволит ей избежать тюремного срока.
Britney Spears admits to reckless driving in plea deal to avoid jail
— Britney Spears on Monday admitted to reckless driving involving alcohol, in a plea deal that means she will avoid jail.The “Toxic” singer was arrested in March after police spotted her driving erratically on a freeway in Ventura County, near Los Angeles.She was initially charged with DUI – driving under the influence – but under the plea deal confirmed on Monday she admitted a lesser charge of reckless driving involving alcohol, drugs or both.A court in Ventura sentenced the 44-year-old to 12...
В США зафиксирована новая волна фишинга: злоумышленники рассылают сообщения с QR-кодами, имитирующие судебные уведомления о неоплаченных нарушениях.
Fake traffic violation text scam uses QR codes to steal payment info
— Scammers are sending fake court text messages with QR codes to U.S. drivers, demanding payment for traffic violations that never occurred across multiple states.
После принудительного разоружения по итогам Второй мировой войны Германия и Япония начинают брать на себя ответственность за сохранение глобальной стабильности.
Germany and Japan once threatened democracy. Now they’re saving it
— Forced to disarm after WWII, Japan and Germany are beginning to assume responsibility for preserving the world order.
Бывший президент США Барак Обама сообщил, что действия Дональда Трампа стали причиной серьезного напряжения в его браке.
Barack Obama reveals that Trump has caused ‘genuine tension’ in his marriage to Michelle: ‘It frustrates her’
— Through the Biden era, Obama remained a prominent face in the party and one actively sought out by Democrats in tough races
В крупном нефтепромышленном районе ОАE вспыхнул пожар вследствие атаки беспилотников из Ирана. Одновременно с этим военные перехватили три иранские ракеты.
Fujairah oil zone hit by fire after drone attack as UAE says it intercepted Iran missiles
— Fire broke out at a major UAE oil industry zone on Monday after a drone attack originating from Iran, authorities said, as the Gulf state's military separately intercepted three Iranian missiles over its waters and a fourth crashed into the sea. Hoda Abdel Hamid reports for FRANCE 24 from Doha.
Минобороны РФ объявило о прекращении огня на территории Украины в рамках празднования Дня Победы.
Russia declares a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark Victory Day
— Russia's Defense Ministry has declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark Victory Day, commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II