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Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier III Is Now Officially Confirmed

  I never slack, I'll meet you in the middle of the octagon July 10th. https://t.co/cI9VqdtNhW — The Diamond (@DustinPoirier) April 6, 2021 Following their UFC 257 bout from Etihad Arena on UFC Fight Island, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier are now confirmed to face off for the third time. The two MMA fighters took to social media to officially announce their UFC 264 headline fight after months of rumors.   UFC president Dana White is reportedly looking to hold the fight in Las Vegas, hoping to get a crowd in attendance despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic come July. The UFC is set to hold its upcoming UFC 261 event inside Jacksonville’s VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena with a capacity of 15,000 fans. The trilogy fight will serve to put an end to the long-standing saga between McGregor and Poirier that started back in 2014 with The Notorious ending the UFC 178 meeting via TKO (punches) in just 106 seconds. McGregor would then go on to secure both the UFC Featherweight Championship and Lightweight Championship titles before stepping away from the Octagon to “retire.” Poirier would avenge his loss in their second meeting in January of this year to a noticeably different-looking Irish fighter. It is important to note that the UFC 264 bout will not be for the vacant UFC Lightweight Championship following Khabib Nurmagomedov‘s departure from the sport. Newly signed fighter Michael Chandler will be facing Charles Oliveira for the vacant title with Justin Gaethje waiting as the number one contender and the victor of McGregor vs. Poirier III to be in line for a chance at the soon to be crowned champion. Look for UFC 264 Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier III to take place July 10.   Dit bericht bekijken op Instagram Een bericht gedeeld door Conor McGregor Official (@thenotoriousmma)  

Heron Preston Takes on Creative Consultant Role at Calvin Klein

Heron Preston has picked up a new gig as creative consultant for Calvin Klein. The designer is expected to launch a Spring/Summer 2021 collection titled “Heron Preston for Calvin Klein,” focusing on essentials including denim, tees and underwear, reimagined by Preston. The collection will be sustainably sourced as well as gender-neutral. Jacob Jordan, Calvin Klein’s global chief merchant, had of product strategy and new product ventures revealed to WWD, “We have this idea of working with different visionary and creative people to help tell a Calvin Klein story through the lens of their perspective on, or experience with, the brand. I see this project as the first step; it’s a reawakening for the brand, moving us closer in our connection to culture and creativity. It is about forming interconnected partnerships who can help us tell our story in a way that maybe we couldn’t on our own.” Earlier this week, Heron Preston took to Instagram to showcase a billboard in New York City featuring a black-and-white portrait of the designer himself, with the words “I’m working on it” written next to him. The post on Instagram reveals that the creative has been “secretly” working with Calvin Klein for a year on this partnership. “Heron Preston for Calvin Klen” launches in the U.S. on April 23, and globally in select markets across Asia and Europe. Fans can expect the prices of sweatshirts and hoodies to range between $138 to $298 USD, $36 to $88 USD for underwear and $185 to $225 USD for denim products.   Dit bericht bekijken op Instagram Een bericht gedeeld door NAME HERON PRESTON (@heronpreston)  

The Rock's University of Miami Football Card Hits the Auction Block Again, Sells for $81K USD

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson‘s University of Miami football card continues to climb in price with each auction. Back in February 2021, the same MINT 10 grading cards sold for $45,100 USD . When it first hit the auction block last December 2020, the card only sold for $14K USD. Now, the trading card makes its return to the auction block, selling at Goldin Auctions for an all-time record for any card of The Rock’s for $81,180 USD. The WWE legend turned Hollywood star’s Bumble Bee Perforated card is one out of 113 copies. However, only 30 examples of the card have been awarded a perfect grading assessment. The same card was recently featured on The Rock himself’s own Instagram page, where he alluded to the surrealness of the value of the card, stating “This humbling irony is not lost on me one bit.” The card was previously purchased at auction by famed producer, Timbaland. The original set of cards were sponsored by Bumble Bee Seafoods and created in celebration of the University of Miami Hurricanes’ 1994 collegiate team. Other notable players on that team included Ray Lewis and Warren Sapp.

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VIDEO: BRYAN MG – MYKILLI (PROD. JASONXM)

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DAILY PAPER DEBUT FAMILY-CENTRIC SPRING/SUMMER 2021 EDITORIAL

Family First. Presenting their latest spring/summer 2021 editorial for your perusal, Amsterdam label Daily Paper perpetuates the importance of family while highlighting key pieces from their ‘Future Roots’ offering. Building on their four pillars of inclusion, unity, creativity, and heritage – the brand has once again tapped the talents of all-around creative Chakhani to present their latest wares through the lens of community and togetherness within a diverse family setting. Spotlighting pieces ranging from brown jacquard to classic tracksuits to monogram summer styles, check out the editorial in full below and shop the label’s latest via their website now. PHOTO CREDIT: @chakhani.png / Daily Paper View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger View Larger

VIDEO: EZZZZ & FIGOGANG -NOG STEEDS

Ezzzz en Figogang dropten onlangs een song 'Nog Steeds'. Beluister de track hierbeneden.

NIKE AMONG BRANDS FACING BACKLASH IN CHINA OVER FORCED LABOR COMMENTS

Nike is among a number of brands being criticized for comments regarding reports of forced labor in China's Xinjiang province. The Oregon-based sportswear brand has issued a statement mentioning concerns regarding the reports of forced labor, going on to add that it would not source textiles from the region, all of which has led to backlash in China. “We are concerned about reports of forced labor in, and connected to, the Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region (XUAR),” Nike said. “Nike does not source products from the XUAR and we have confirmed with our contract suppliers that they are not using textiles or spun yarn from the region.” According to The Guardian, following the statement, multiple Chinese celebrities have severed ties with Nike due to the company's recent claims, including 23-year-old actor Wang Yibo. "I firmly oppose any act to smear China," he said. Fellow Chinese actor Tan Songyun also decided to end her contract with Nike following the brand's comments on forced labor. China’s biggest sneaker resale site, Dewu (known as Poizen in English) also announced it had removed all Nike products indefinitely from its platform. H&M is facing similar backlash after a year-old statement was circulated on Chinese social media sites, which indicated that the brand had decided to stop sourcing cotton from Xinjiang. The Swedish company also terminated its relationship with a Chinese yarn producer last year, citing forced labor accusations in the region. Since then, Chinese online shopping site Taobao has removed H&M products from its platform, while two well-known Chinese actors have cut ties with the brand as well. And Xinjiang’s largest shopping centre, Jiahui Shidai, in the region’s capital of Urumqi also announced on Weibo it would shutter its H&M store. H&M China responded to the controversy on Wednesday saying it “does not represent any political position” and that it remains committed to a long-term investment in China. Within the last year, many global brands have spoken out against sourcing from Xinjiang (which produces about a fifth of the world's cotton) following a UN report alleging human rights abuses in mass detention camps in the region. The UN estimates that there are at least one million Uyghurs, as well as members of other Muslim minority groups, that are forced into so-called “re-education programs” and forced labor, such as picking cotton. Some of the brands that previously took a public stance against Xinjiang cotton include adidas, New Balance, and Burberry and they're swiftly beginning to feel the backlash too. Notably, Honour of Kings, a hugely popular mobile game in China, announced it is canceling a highly-anticipated collaboration with Burberry. Then actors Zhou Dongyu and Song Weilong announced they would no longer appear as brand ambassadors for Burberry. Similarly, adidas also lost brand ambassadors Dilraba Dilmurat, Eason Chan, and Liu Yifen. Meanwhile, some international brands like Muji are choosing to go a different route. The Japanese lifestyle retailer announced on Thursday that its stores in China will continue to carry products made with Xinjiang cotton, but they will display a label reading “Xinjiang cotton.” It is unclear whether Muji will continue selling cotton from the region in other markets outside China. It's clear the political storm over Xinjiang cotton is only just kicking off. It remains to be seen whether more international companies and apparel brands will take a stance in the matter faced with the potential backlash and losing marketplaces in China.

VIDEO: JONNA FRASER & BOEF – 10 KEER (PROD. DIZTORTION)

Jonna fraser en boef hebben onlangs een track gemaakt '10 keer'. Beluister de track hierbeneden.

KAPPA AND NAPOLI'S DIEGO MARADONA TRIBUTE JERSEY SET FOR U.S. LAUNCH

Kappa and S.S.C. Napoli‘s collaborative jersey that paid tribute to the late Diego Maradona is finally set to launch in the U.S. after its initial release across Europe late last year. After joining the Serie A side in 1984, Maradona led the team to their first domestic title before repeating the feat three years on. Such was the Argentine’s influence across the city and the club, he’s still considered one of the greatest players to have worn the Gli Azzurri colors — so much so that the number 10 jersey was officially retired in 2000. Shortly after Maradona’s passing late last year, Napoli unveiled its new kit, tweaked to pay tribute to the Argentine. Switching their traditional block color to light blue striping as a nod to the kit worn by Maradona and his Argentinian team in the 1986 World Cup, each jersey is crafted using stretch fabric with HYDRO-WAY PROTECTION technology. The limited-edition Kappa x S.S.C. jersey will be available in the U.S. from March 25 via the Kappa webstore, retailing at $140 USD.