Lionel Messi is expected to have concrete talks with PSG over a new contract in the coming weeks. Representatives for the two parties will be meeting within the next two to three weeks to iron out the details of the contract and finalise the new contract.
Prior to the 2022 World Cup, Messi and PSG had a verbal agreement to continue together beyond the 22/23 season. And after a victorious run in Qatar, he is expected to continue in Paris.
Lionel Messi to renew contract with PSG – talks to take place soon
Conversations continue between Leo Messi and PSG. Understand Messi’s representatives and PSG board will also meet in person in the next 2/3 weeks. 🚨🔴🔵🇦🇷 #Messi
PSG will submit official new deal bid, length of contract and final details will be discussed to get it signed. pic.twitter.com/8qq7mniKXB
The length of the contract will be discussed on priority, alongside an increased salary for Lionel Messi. The Argentine has performed remarkably well this season, and wants his new contract to reflect his contributions on the pitch.
As a result, he is expected to receive an improved offer from the French giants. PSG hope to keep him until his retirement, or at least for the next few years, in order to dissociate his identity with Barcelona.
Messi could be one of the few people to win the World Cup and the Champions League in the same season, as his side have a huge match against Bayern Munich in the Round of 16. He is not expected to retire from the national team yet either, and could feature in the next Copa America if he chooses to continue.
Apple released its financial results for the first financial quarter of 2023, or the fourth quarter of 2022’s calendar year, on February 2, 2023. It recorded a net quarterly profit of $30 billion, or $1.88 per diluted share, on revenue of $117.2 billion.
Comparatively, the prior-year quarter’s third quarter saw $123.9 billion in revenue and net quarterly earnings of $34.6 billion, or $2.10 per diluted share. Analysts had anticipated a smaller decrease in Apple’s revenue, which fell by about 5% year over year. The availability of iPhones was a problem for Apple, and sales of the Mac and wearables both suffered.
Apple Q1 2023 Earnings Explained
Tim Cook, the CEO of the US conglomerate, stated, “As we all continue to navigate a hard market, we are thrilled to have our best array of devices and services ever, and as always, we stay focused on the long-term and are leading with our values in everything we do.” “We hit a significant milestone during the December quarter and are pleased to announce that more than 2 billion active devices are now a part of our expanding installed base.”
According to Apple’s CFO, Luca Maestri, “We reached an all-time sales record of $20.8 billion in our Services division, and despite a challenging macroeconomic climate and considerable supply limitations, we raised total company revenue on a constant currency basis.” While continuing to invest in our long-term growth goals, we generated $34 billion in operating cash flow and returned over $25 billion to shareholders during the quarter.
The board of directors of Apple has decided to pay out a cash dividend of $0.23 per common share of the company. To stockholders with records as of the end of business on February 13, 2023, the dividend will be paid on February 16, 2023. Apple is once again not providing any guidance for the current quarter, which concludes in March, as they have done for the last many consecutive quarters.
Apple had a 5% year-over-year revenue decline, which was more severe than experts had anticipated as the company battled supply challenges with its products, particularly the iPhone, but also with the Mac and wearables. The gross margin for the quarter was 43.0 percent, down from 43.8 percent in the corresponding quarter last year.
For the current quarter ending in March, Apple is once again not providing guidance, as it has done for the past more than two years. At 2:00 PM Pacific, Apple will broadcast a live webcast of its financial results conference call for the first quarter of fiscal 2023.
Gabriel Martinelli has signed a new contract with Arsenal that will keep him at the club until 2027. There is also an option for another year included in his deal, which can be exercised later on.
The 21-year-old has been very impressive this season, and has earned a regular starting spot under Mikel Arteta. He has scored seven goals and provided two assists in 19 Premier League games, and is showing remarkable potential to develop into a top player.
Gabriel Martinelli renews contract with Arsenal
The journey continues 🙏
I’m so proud to have signed another contract with The Arsenal family.
From the moment I joined the staff, my teammates and the supporters have made me feel at home ❤️
I’m excited for what the future holds at this special club 👊
“We’re delighted Gabi has signed a new long-term contract. Our supporters see his quality and energy every single time he puts on the shirt and he’s the same every day in training, with his hard work and positive values,” Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said about the youngster’s new deal.
“Gabi is still very young, so we know there’s still much more to come from him and it’s great that we’ll be on this journey together. We’re now excited to continue to develop his huge talent and look forward to seeing him perform with Arsenal in the years to come.”
Gabriel Martinelli came through the ranks for Brazilian club Ituano, and moved to North London in 2019. The winger has made 111 appearances for Arsenal over the course of his time with them. And he is only going to have more opportunities with the kind of performances he is putting in.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been left out of Chelsea’s Champions League squad for the knockout stages. Alongside him, new signing Benoit Badiashile has also not been included in the shortlist to proceed further.
UEFA rulings state that only three new January signings can be included in the squad. And on that end, Joao Felix, Mykhaylo Mudryk and Enzo Fernandez have been included while Badiashile has been sacrificed.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang left out of Chelsea’s UCL squad
Official. João Félix, Mykhaylo Mudryk and Enzo Fernández have been added to Chelsea Champions League squad 🚨🔵 #CFC
Chelsea’s other new signings, David Datro Fofana, Noni Madueke and Andrey Santos have also not been included in the squad. On the other hand, Hakim Ziyech has kept his place after a deadline day scramble which saw his move to PSG collapse.
Aubameyang has featured for all of Chelsea’s Champions League group stage games. He also scored against AC Milan when the two teams played. Had he been included in the squad, he would have faced his former club, Borussia Dortmund, in the Round of 16.
But with limited opportunities following the arrival of Graham Potter, his time in the Champions League is also up. The Gabon striker has found it hard to start ahead of Kai Havertz, and with Joao Felix coming in as well, things do not look much better.
All things considered, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could be on the move again in the summer when the transfer window opens.
Chelsea have an incredible squad depth for the latter half of the season, and it will be very challenging for Graham Potter to manage all the players and give them time. He has already admitted that there will be difficult conversations behind the scenes, and morale could be affected with Aubameyang’s situation being the start.
Streaming giant Netflix chooses AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio for its enhanced Premium plan
Netflix has recently announced a series of brand-new features for members of its Premium plan, including Netflix spatial audio powered by Sennheiser
Starting from 1st Feb 2023, members on Netflix’s Premium plan using a stereo system will experience immersive cinematic audio on more than 700 top titles – all on their existing hardware. Netflix spatial audio is powered by Sennheiser’s AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio technology.
Developed in partnership with Netflix, this Sennheiser technology delivers an unrivalled immersive experience over stereo speakers while fully respecting the creative intent of the original surround or immersive mix. Netflix members do not need any additional hardware to experience this new benefit.
Renato Pellegrini, Manager Pro Labs, AMBEO Immersive Audio: “We are very pleased that Netflix has expanded its partnership with Sennheiser and has chosen to roll out our game-changing AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio experience to more of its catalogue.”
New Surround to 2-Channel Rendering
In addition to content mixed for Dolby Atmos®, Netflix’s spatial audio catalogue will also include non-Atmos® surround content. “As a brand-new feature, the AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio renderer is now also able to process surround mixes, unlocking huge catalogues of content available in these formats,” shares Pellegrini. “For members on Netflix’s Premium plan, this means they will be able to enjoy more of their favourite content immersively, however, they watch.”
We’re so excited to share the news: @netflix selected Sennheiser’s #AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio technology for its enhanced Premium plan!
As a company that counts many mixes and (re-)recording engineers among its customers, Sennheiser takes audio quality and mixer intent seriously. AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio rendering was created hand-in-hand with mixers and provides them with granular control of the amount of spatialization.
A preview tool allows mixers to compare standard stereo to AMBEO and adjust rendering settings by individual stems or groups. Specific stems, such as dialogue, can be completely excluded from spatialization and music mixes can be kept on their left and right channels while immersive rendering is applied to any other stems. The renderer seeks to translate mixer intent while giving an impressive immersive audio experience previously inaccessible on two speakers.
Experience It Today
Members on Netflix’s Premium plan can experience AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio on hundreds of Netflix’s most popular titles, including Stranger Things, The Watcher, Wednesday, and Knives Out: Glass Onion. Netflix will add forthcoming titles, such as You, Your Place or Mine, and Luther: The Fallen Sun.
For an up-to-date list of content available in spatial audio, Netflix members can simply enter “Spatial Audio” in the Netflix search field or look for the new Netflix spatial audio badge.
To learn more about AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio, please visit www.sennheiser.com/ambeo-spatial-audio, also watch this short video to experience Spatial Audio:
A date has been set for the Moto E13‘s introduction in India. On February 8th, it will make its national debut. The forthcoming offering’s availability and important details are confirmed on a microsite set up by the e-commerce platform Flipkart. Last month marked the launch of the Moto E13 in international regions. It will have the same specs as the Indian version.
Moto E13 features
According to the Flipkart listing, the 6.5-inch Moto E13 display will have an HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch. It has a rectangular camera module with a single 13MP main sensor, and it has an IP52 splash-resistant rating. There is a 5MP selfie camera on the front of the gadget.
An internal Unisoc T606 CPU will undoubtedly power this smartphone. It will be available with 64GB of onboard storage, which can be expanded to 128GB using a dedicated microSD card slot, and 2GB or 4GB of RAM. A battery unit with a capacity of 5,00mAh and support for quick charging will power the gadget. The future product will use Android 13 Go Edition as its operating system, but only the 2GB RAM version is anticipated to use this version.
Dual 4G VoLTE, WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, a USB-C connector, and other connectivity options are included on the Moto E13. A 3.5mm audio jack with Dolby Atmos will be present on the gadget. A trio of colors—Aurora Green, Cosmic Black, and Creamy White—will be offered on the next smartphone.
The pricing of Moto E13 is to be available under the Rs 10,000 price range.
Koo became the first social platform to reward its users daily through its loyalty program. Users earn Koo coins everyday based on engagement they show on Koo and also for referring their family and friends. These coins can then be redeemed for special offers from Brands across the country. Millions of users partake in this and get value in addition to being on a social platform and learning about what’s happening around them.
Koo started the Koo coins program as an experiment in July 2022. It now has a structured program that rewards users everyday for engaging on the app consistently. While this program is currently still in its beta in India, it will be rolled out across the world in all languages soon.
The broad philosophy is around inclusiveness. Social platforms are enablers that thrive on the support of a community. However, the community that adopts and strengthens these platforms have never been rewarded before. Koo believes that value and success should be shared and be broad-based. Everyone in the community should benefit from the platform’s growth – be it users, creators or businesses.
Koo Becomes the First Social Platform to Launch a Loyalty Program to Reward Users
Aprameya Radhakrishna, CEO and Co-Founder, Koo said “We strongly believe in inclusiveness and sharing. Koo is one of the most inclusive social platforms in the world that’s deeply rooted in the concept of fairness. We believe that everyone that makes this platform what it is, should benefit from it. We help users earn coins through our Koo coins loyalty program for app engagement and referring other users.”
“These coins can then be exchanged for special offers from businesses that gain from new users and usage. This ensures that everyone wins. Creators get access to more users, users get special offers and businesses get access to a large new user base. Never before have social platforms rewarded the entire ecosystem in such an inclusive way. We are proud to lead the way here and know that many will learn from our success and follow suit. It’s important to be user-first and that thought dictates all our actions.”
It’s no secret that football is one of the most loved sports in India. The Indian Super League (ISL) and I-League have been two of the biggest platforms for football enthusiasts to come together and enjoy the beautiful game. From the cheers of the crowd to the roar of the stadiums, it’s an experience like no other. But lately, something seems to be off in Indian football as there’s a decline of ISL and I-League Match Attendance, game after game. Are you interested in understanding the reasons behind the decline of ISL and I-League match attendance? The Bleachers are Going Silent examines this issue, offering insights on possible solutions to ensure a thriving future for Indian football. Read more here.
First things first, let’s get some context. The Indian Super League (ISL) is the top-tier professional football league in India while the I-League is the second-division league. Both have been gaining popularity in recent years, but something seems to have changed. The number of fans attending the matches has been steadily declining, and it’s a trend that’s hard to ignore.
It’s worrying to see that both in the #ISL & #ILeague many clubs have seen a dramatic drop in match day attendances.
Many talk about the rising interest in #football in #India, but people don’t go to matches.
Why do you all think that #IndianFootball is seeing such a drop???
A tweet from Arunava Chaudhari (@Arunfoot) about the drop in attendance numbers
The Bleachers are Going Silent: Exploring the Decline of ISL and I-League Match Attendance
So, what’s causing this drop in attendance? There could be a multitude of reasons, but some of the most common ones include:
Lack of promotion and marketing: While the ISL has been successful in promoting the league and creating a buzz around the matches, the I-League has not been able to keep pace. This has resulted in fewer fans turning up for the matches, leading to a drop in attendance.
Poor Infrastructure: Lack of proper stadiums and seating arrangements can be a major turn-off for fans. When people are shelling out money for tickets, they expect a certain level of comfort, and if that’s not provided, they’re less likely to attend.
Unavailability of Matches: The scheduling of matches is crucial. Fans want to be able to attend the games, but if the matches are scheduled at inconvenient times, it’s less likely that they’ll show up.
Lack of Excitement: Football is all about excitement. Fans want to see their team score goals, make tackles and show off their skills. If the matches are lacklustre and uneventful, people are less likely to attend.
Quality of the matches: While the ISL has been able to attract top-quality players, the standard of play in the I-League has not been up to par. This has made it less appealing for fans to attend the matches, resulting in a decline in attendance.
It’s sad to see football become a business because most of us fell in love with the sport for the lack of sterility and the fairly unique excitement as teams tried to win football matches.
Nowadays a 0-0 in a very corporate feel game is not capturing imaginations https://t.co/Kfcwkg7KSx
A tweet from a football fan (@samuelketch ) about the lack of excitement in the matches
Here are a few suggestions on how to reverse the trend of Decline of ISL and I-League Match Attendance
So, what can be done to reverse this trend? Here are a few suggestions:
Making matches more accessible and appealing to fans: This can be done by promoting the matches through various media platforms, scheduling them at more convenient times, and improving the quality of the games. By doing this, both leagues can attract more fans and reverse the trend of declining attendance.
Invest in Infrastructure: Providing proper seating arrangements and comfortable facilities can go a long way in attracting fans to the stadiums
Schedule Matches Strategically: Scheduling matches at convenient times and on weekends can help attract more fans.
Increase Excitement: Introducing new and exciting elements to the matches, such as music and performance acts, can help create a more electric atmosphere and keep fans engaged.
To wrap it up, the drop in attendance for ISL and I-League matches is a concern that needs to be addressed. By investing in infrastructure, scheduling matches strategically and increasing excitement, we can work towards making Indian football more accessible and appealing to fans. It’s time for the ISL and I-League to take the necessary steps to make the beautiful game of football more appealing to fans and reignite their love for sports.
Something needs to be done to bring the fans back to the stadiums
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 with AMD Ryzen 3 7320U provides unbeatable performance at a competitive price point and uncompromising features
This time, all laptop OEMs are proactive to launch new laptops in India with the latest Intel or AMD processors, launching in February only. After the Yoga 9i, Lenovo has today announced the budget Lenovo IdeaPad 1 laptop powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 7000U processors.
Lenovo promises of delivering the perfect balance of performance, productivity, and responsiveness with this new AMD-powered laptop. The mainstream IdeaPad 1 is suitable for students, teachers and working professionals prioritizing enhanced versatility and convenience.
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 Features & Specifications
However, don’t get too excited because this AMD Ryzen 3 7320U processor is a Zen 2 revamped APU with new AMD Radeon 610M graphics. It’s a quad-core chip with a boost up to 4.1GHz and is based on a finer 6nm process, the chip should be enough to power all everyday needs for most budget buyers.
This laptop enables users to effortlessly multitask, attend online classes, interact with friends and stream their favourite shows. This is complemented by a 15-inch FHD anti-glare display with up to 220 nits brightness and stereo speakers by Dolby Audio, which allows users to enjoy an overall immersive viewing experience for watching videos or gaming.
IdeaPad 1 (15inch, 7) ADA Standard Photography Sand jpg
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is the only laptop in the category to offer a 2-year in-built warranty.
The laptop’s in-built 720p HD camera comes with a physical privacy shutter that adds another layer of safety to the experience and blocks unintended onlookers. Users can also enjoy an unyielding battery life of up to 14 hours, which is perfect for those spending long periods of time online in meetings and classes, or for those who simply forget to regularly recharge their laptop. These versatile features make IdeaPad 1 an ideal choice for on-the-go users, especially students.
Dinesh Nair, Director- Consumer Business, Lenovo India said, “Customers are demanding more from mainstream devices where the focus is on enhanced versatility, speed, security, and convenience to suit their needs wherever they are. Keeping this in mind, Lenovo has been purposefully innovating and designing products that are accessible to everyone and are aligned with the on-the-go lifestyle of today’s consumer. Our latest IdeaPad is an affordable but power-packed device with an extended warranty and best-in-class performance, that helps people achieve their goals while they are working, studying, creating, or just catching up with friends out of town.”
Vinay Sinha, Managing Director – Sales, AMD India said, “AMD is excited to partner with Lenovo as they bring the new range of Lenovo Ideapad1 laptops to Indian consumers. AMD is redefining the everyday laptop experience with the new AMD Ryzen™ 7020 Series processors, bringing higher performance via a modern platform to consumers. Based on the Zen 2 core architecture and AMD RDNA™ 2 graphics, these AMD-powered laptops will make multitasking easier, providing increased battery life and enabling better productivity on the move. We are confident that this new line-up offering affordability, improved balance of performance, productivity, and responsiveness will excite consumers.”
Pricing and Availability
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 comes in Cloud Grey color and will be available at Lenovo Exclusive stores, Lenovo.com, Amazon.in and across large retail stores, from February 08, 2023, at a starting price of INR 44,690.
The Crown Prosecution Service discontinued rape and assault charges against Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood on Thursday. Greater Manchester police confirmed that the criminal proceedings against Greenwood had been called off as of 2nd February.
Manchester United player Mason Greenwood freed from rape charges: What did the superintendent say?
Michaela Kerr, Chief Superintendent and GMP’s head of public protection said,
“Given the significant media coverage of this case, it is only fair that we share the news that the 21-year-old man, who had been arrested and charged in connection with an investigation opened in January 2022, no longer faces criminal proceedings in relation to this.
The investigation team has remained in regular contact with the legal team, providing any updates or notes, and so understands the rationale for the discontinuation of proceedings at this stage and that this decision has not been taken lightly. Despite the media and public’s interest in this case, we have decided not to comment on it in any further detail.
I would however like to use this opportunity to reiterate GMP’s commitment to investigating allegations of violence against women and girls and supporting those affected, regardless of their circumstances, throughout what can be a hard and upsetting time for them.
An ever-increasing number of officers are receiving specialist training, and the force is more consistently utilizing tools available via the criminal justice system to keep people safe and care for victims. If you feel you’re or might be a victim, please don’t let this case out you off asking for help.”
Manchester United suspended the forward since his arrest
Since his arrest, Mason Greenwood has been suspended by the United. He had his debut for the club in a Champions League win away to PSG in March 2019.
Having one senior cap for England, Mason Greenwood played in the Nation’s League Match against Iceland in September 2020.
