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Monkeypox causes World Health Organization to declare first emergency since COVID-19 outbreak continues to grow, but also the U.S. has expanded their testing capacity significantly more than other counMallory Pool tries, broadening its ability to spot new Staff Reporter infections. On Saturday, the World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern for The U.S. is the leading number the outbreak, this being the first such in cases for the Monkeypox outbreak, declaration since the start of the COhaving just surpassed Spain with at VID-19 pandemic in January of 2020. least 3,487 reported cases on Tuesday. Monkeypox starts with flulike There have been 17,852 cases in symptoms including fever and aches, nearly 70 countries where the viral dis- usually after those symptoms, but some ease isn’t commonly found and accord- cases have shown up before, a rash usuing to the Center for Disease Control ally starting on the face occurs. and Prevention, the true case count is The virus requires close contact significantly higher than the known to spread. Health authorities haven’t count because of limited testing. reported deaths beyond Africa in the The U.S. has risen in the number current outbreak, but there have been of cases not just because the global several deaths in two African countries

since the start of the year, according to WHO data. Monkeypox infections have primarily been spread from men having sex with men, as the virus exploits social networks among people in close contact. This is already a concern, but spreading more broadly means the potential added challenge of trying to educate and protect a broader population, health experts say. Health authorities and vaccine efforts have been focusing outreach among gay and bisexual men, since the outbreak so far has primarily been concentrated in that population. However, there are also two known pediatric cases in the United States, one in a toddler in California and another in an infant in Washington, D.C., according to the CDC.

The two cases are likely the result of household transmissions and don’t appear to be related, but according to a CDC spokeswoman, both cases are under investigation. Although symptomatic, both children are receiving treatment and are in good health. In the case of children, Monkeypox could spread through activities like holding, cuddling, feeding and sharing items like towels and bedding, the CDC said Monday. For more information regarding Monkeypox and the outbreak, please visit cdc.gov.

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Courtesy of Tribune News Service A reaction to test suspected monkeypox samples is seen inside a fridge at the microbiology laboratory of La Paz Hospital on June 6, 2022, in Madrid.

The Mount Rushmore of Cowboy football Peyton Little Staff Reporter Nearly every American is familiar with Mount Rushmore. The 60 foot monument depicting the heads of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Teddy Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln on the side of a South Dakotan mountain in the Black Hills is ingrained as one of the most iconic American landmarks, as well as a great tourist attraction for those visiting. For many sports fans, the term “Mount Rushmore” is sometimes used in determining the greatest of their sport. It acts almost as a top four list, but without any real ranking. All of this to say, what if Oklahoma State were to build a “Mount Rushmore” of its own? While mountains are few and far between in Oklahoma, here is a look at the four people that would be set in stone as the Mount Rushmore of Cowboy football. See Rushmore on 5

File Photo OSU honored Barry Sanders with a statue during the 2021 season for his feats as a Cowboy.

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Ranking the Big 12 ballparks

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Cowboy baseball writer Daniel Allen ranks the Big 12 ballparks.

Daniel Allen Staff Reporter With the college baseball offseason in full operation, here’s a ranking of all nine Big 12 baseball stadiums, provided with a short outline of each and an explanation for each rating. No. 9 Hoglund Ballpark (Kansas Jayhawks) Opened in early 1988, Hoglund Ballpark has served as the home of the Kansas Jayhawks for nearly 25 years. While it remains as a stadium with great history, its overall ambiance and general look is fairly outdated. Its home plate seats have the look of basic high school-like bleachers and the stadium itself is located in one of the plainest and emptiest parts of campus. While Hoglund still is one of the older stadiums in the Big 12, the stadium holds one of the more basic and monotonous outlines of any of the nine stadiums within the conference. The Jayhawk baseball program has been bottom tier for quite some time now, and one particular move that would go along way in boosting the outlook of the program would be stadium renovations. No. 8 Tointon Family Stadium (Kansas State Wildcats) In spite of a unique look that an all turf surface gives, Tointon Family Stadium remains one of the more basic designs of the nine Big 12 stadiums. Its 2,330 seat capacity serves as the small-

est total of any ballpark in the Big 12. Outside of the newly imputed scoreboard in right field, Tointon really has a plain vibe to it, making it one of the lower tier stadiums in the conference. No. 7 L Dale Mitchell Park (Oklahoma Sooners) For 40 years, L Dale Mitchell Park has served as the home stadium of Sooner baseball. Since then, not many stadium upgrades or renovations have followed, even with a 1994 national championship or multiple conference championships and playoff appearances. However, the scoreboard in left field remains as one of the more featured ones in the conference, and the lawn neighboring the stadium outfield walls serve as both a fun and unique location for fans to watch a ballgame. A massive $5.1 million dollar stadium renovation is expected to take place in the coming years. Until then, the stadium remains one of the lower tier parks in the Big 12. No. 6 Monongalia County Ballpark (West Virginia Mountaineers) Morgantown, West Virginia, is certainly one of the more scenic college towns in the nation, and it is very visible around Monongalia County Ballpark. The walkway surrounding the stadium is a fairly unique trait, along with the overall ambiance of the stadium, especially in the evening is something that can’t be topped of the nine conference ballparks. Additionally, the Mountaineers share their home stadium with the Morgantown Black Bears, a summer team of the MLB Draft League. So, some repertoire of the stadium’s sister team can’t be seen when walking

around the ballpark. No. 5 Baylor Ballpark (Baylor Bears) The Baylor Bears’ home stadium may have one of the more strong ambiances in the Big 12. The green seats with baseball stitches on both sides are already eye-catching enough for fans. However, in regards to the view, it doesn’t disappoint. The Brazos River can be seen running by Baylor Ballpark, giving off a majestic view to fans, especially with McLane Stadium visible in the background. While the ballpark may not be the most unique, both its qualities and general in-game view make it a fun time to watch a ballgame for fans. No. 4 Rip Griffin Park (Texas Tech Red Raiders) Located in one of the bigger parts of campus, Rip Griffin Park’s towering size center can’t be missed when passing by. Since Tim Tadlock took over the helm in 2013, the home of the Red Raiders has garnered significant renovations along the years, meshing it into one of the more pleasant ballparks of the nine within the conference. The brick covered dugouts and backstop unique traits that the all-turf ballpark has, and the surplus of red the stadium contains makes it one of the unique stadiums in the Big 12. No. 3 Lupton Stadium (TCU Horned Frogs) TCU has a rich history in baseball. Through the years as a mid-major of recent national prominence in one of the tougher conferences in all of college baseball, the Horned Frogs show their dedication to the sport in many ways, including its stadium. The cobblestone outfield seats are a unique feature that the stadium con-

tains, and the towering home plate seats provide a good view for fans to watch a game. Additionally, the string of trees surrounding the ballpark give it a forestlike vibe, adding on to the unique feel that Lupton Stadium contains. No. 2 O’Brate Stadium (Oklahoma State Cowboys) Opened in 2020, and out to work in 2021, O’Brate Stadium is the newest ballpark in the Big 12. The tall, black batter’s eye in dead center field is eyecatching to fans along with the massive 2,000 square foot scoreboard with the stadium name written on top. The brick backstop at home plate gives off more of a classic vibe to the nearly three year old ballpark. O’Brate’s 8,000 seat capacity serves as the highest number among the nine Big 12 schools, making it equivalent to a minor league ballpark in regards to overall size. The all turf practice field can be visible from the catwalk out in left, center field, solidifying a unique in-game experience for fans. No. 1 UFCU Disch-Falk Field (Texas Longhorns) The 42 year old ballpark doesn’t look older than a day. Located in the heart of Austin, Texas, UFCU DischFalk Field, or the Disch as referred to by Texas fans, certainly has one of the more scenic views of any Big 12 ballpark. Both downtown Austin and the iconic Darrell K Royal Stadium can be seen in the background of the towering 7,000 seat stadium. In addition, the fact that you’re sitting in a place where Brandon Belt, Kody Clemens, Cameron Rupp, and others played is fairly exciting for a baseball fan to comprehend. sports.ed@ocolly.com

WHEN IS LITTLE MUCH?

There is a short chorus that has encouraged me many times. “Little is much if God is in it. Labor not for wealth or fame. There’s a crown and you can win it. If you go in Jesus’ name.” The woman, who poured the precious ointment on Jesus just before he was crucified, was criticized for “wasting” this expensive item. Yet, Jesus said everywhere the gospel is preached this woman’s action would be told. (Mk 14:3-9) Little things mean a lot as we are willing to serve the Lord. Paul mentions many in Romans 16 who helped him. The Good Samaritan stopped to help the man beaten and robbed. (Lu.10:30-37) Paul writes as you have opportunity, do good to all men, especially to other believers.(Gal.6:10) When the poor widow dropped the two pennies, all that she had, into the temple offering. Jesus said she gave more the large offerings given. Her “large giving” was in relation to what she had. (Mk.12:41-44)

Many people may plan to give when they receive a great amount of money, but that large amount of money may never come. We may plan to give time or talent to a project when we have more time, but that perfect time arrangement may never happen. Again, the apostle Paul encourages us “as you have opportunity, do good to all men.” We never know when a little gesture of kindness, with money, or helping in an area of service, spending a little time with a person, a word of encouragement, will be just the action that will be a great help to someone. These can be practical ways of living out the Lord’s challenge to love one another. This is the fulfilling of the many commandments in the Bible: loving people by word and action.

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“Camp Rock” is one of the most famous Disney Channel original movies, and it is one of the top pics for OSU students.

Favorite Disney Channel original movies based on students reviews No. 5 Camp Rock What happens when you take band camp and crank it up to 11? You get “Camp Rock.” Released in 2008, this movie follows a group of teenagers at Camp Rock that are in a conPeyton Little test to record a song with hit Staff Reporter band “Connect 3.” This cast is star studded, as taking center stage is Demi Lovato as main There are some pairs in protagonist, Mitchie, and the the world that just make perfect 3 members of “Connect 3” the sense: chocolate and peanut Jonas Brothers Nick, Kevin and butter, thunder and lightning Joe. and college students growing As one can imagine, this up on Disney Channel movies. movie is jam packed with all Disney Channel original sorts of music, as with most movies are movies created by Disney Channel movies, and Disney that specifically aired oozes late 2000s energy. Those on Disney Channel first. With looking to rock their world so many coming out since with nostalgia will love going their creation in 1983, everyback and visiting this trilogy of one seems to have their set of movies. favorites that hit the television No. 4 Let it Shine screen. Oklahoma State is no Next on the list is 2012’s exception to this either. Here “Let it Shine.” “Let it Shine” are the top five Disney Channel follows the story of aspiring original movies according to rapper Cryus, played by Tyler Oklahoma State students. James Williams of “Everybody

Hates Chris’’ fame, his best friend Kris, and his childhood crush and now celebrity Roxie. Cyrus hides his ability to create music, but when his friend Kris takes his song “Don’t Run Away” to gain fame, Cyrus has to find a way to prove his musical abilities to everybody as well as impress Roxie. The music in “Let it Shine” takes a different approach from most Disney Channel movies, and it plays in its favor. The style this movie brings lets it shine on its own compared to other Disney Channel originals. No. 3 High School Musical This list would not be complete without one of the High School Musical movies featured on it. With show tunes that are sure to get stuck in your head, cheesy dialogue and character interactions, and the birth of a star in Zac Efron, this movie really is a great product of its time. The plot focuses

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on jock and future theater star, Troy Bolton, and his blooming romance with Gabriella Montez. The side characters get plenty of screen time as well, creating different scenarios inside the life at West High School. Overall, “High School Musical” was a phenomenon during its run, and it is clear to see that it still has some cultural impact as two movies and a Disney+ series followed after. No. 2 Lemonade Mouth 2011’s “Lemonade Mouth” is Disney Channel’s take on “The Breakfast Club,” and it is a combo that somehow works. Five teenagers meet in detention and whilst there, they agree to form a band and compete in the town’s rising star music competition. The movie follows the five members of their band throughout their gigs, the removal of their beloved lemonade vending machine from their high school, and their ultimate showdown against popular band Mudslide Crush. One aspect of “Lemonade Mouth” that makes it stand out against other Disney Channel movies is that it is actually based on a book of the same name written by Mark Peter Hughes. Disney’s “The Breakfast Club” premise is an idea that sounds a bit bizarre on paper, but it is done well with a great pop rock soundtrack to go along with it. No. 1 Halloweentown Taking the first spot on this list is 1998’s “Halloween-

town.” An absolute must watch for the fall season, “Halloweentown” has stood the test of time as OSU’s favorite Disney Channel movie. The movie follows Marnie and siblings following their grandma into Halloweentown. There, they discover they come from a family of witches, and Marnie is capable of becoming one herself. Not only does she make this discovery, but she also has to team up with her family to take down an evil demon in Halloweentown. “Halloweentown” takes the approach of a fun and spooky Halloween movie, and that has made it garner its big following today. It is fun for the family, and for this Cowboy family, it is the best Disney Channel original movie. While some may be cheesy and corny, Disney Channel movies are a nostalgic look into the past that are sure to bring back memories every time they are put on a screen. Whether it be Zac Efron singing his heart out during a basketball practice, Demi Lovato going to band camp, or even a teenager discovering she has magical powers, there for everyone when it comes to these lovable TV movies.

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News With most Texans’ eyes on Abbott and O’Rourke, down-ballot races could offer more drama Gromer Jeffers Jr. The Dallas Morning News The governor’s race between incumbent Republican Greg Abbott and Democrat Beto O’Rourke is the main attraction of the Texas midterm season. The candidates could spend more than $150 million between them, which would nearly obscure some downballot contests that are just as compelling. The governor’s race is getting top billing because the state’s senators are not up for reelection, leaving the Texas executive posts as the most critical contests. Even as the Abbott vs. O’Rourke showdown sucks most of the political oxygen, several other statewide races will have a similar, if not greater, impact on Texas politics. The lieutenant governor’s contest features incumbent Republican Dan Patrick, the most powerful player in the Texas Legislature, against Democrat Mike Collier. The other mustwatch race features incumbent Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and former ACLU lawyer Rochelle Garza. And pay attention to Central Texas lawyer Susan Hays’ challenge of incumbent Republican Sid Miller for agriculture commissioner. “These are sleeper races,” said University of Houston political scientist Brandon Rottinghaus. “There’s potential that one of those races might be won by a Democrat.” Rottinghaus said shifts in political power often start with down-ballot races. In 1990, Democrats scored a major victory when Ann Richards beat Republican Clayton Williams for governor. But Republicans had two critical down-ballot wins: Rick

Perry beat Jim Hightower for agriculture commissioner and Kay Bailey Hutchison defeated Nikki Van Hightower for treasurer. Though in 1979 Bill Clements was elected the first Republican Texas governor since Reconstruction, those 1990 down-ballot races kick-started the coming GOP dominance. Perry and Hutchison emerged as popular elected leaders, with Perry becoming governor and Hutchison a U.S. senator. In 2010, Perry beat Hutchison in a much-anticipated race for governor and ultimately served as former President Donald Trump’s energy secretary. It was downhill for Democrats. They won their last statewide race in 1994, and by 2003, Republicans had control of both chambers in the Legislature. “They really worked the angle to get the Republicans in a better position,” Rottinghaus said. “History has shown that they’re the ones who were the tip of the spear. It was the down-ballot races where you started to see Republicans really pierced the armor of the Democrats in a consistent way.” But we’re not living in the 1990s, and Texas Democrats don’t appear to be backed by a national revolution in their favor. Republicans have strong advantages for the midterm cycle. They have more voters in the Texas electorate. And the unpopularity of President Joe Biden combined with the continued impact of higher prices for goods and services make winning a statewide race a daunting challenge for Democrats. “The problem setting up the tables is that a lot of the money that is sitting around is being hoovered up by O’Rourke,” Rottinghaus said.

Courtesy of Tribune News Service Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick during a general meeting as part of the 2022 Republican Party of Texas State Convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, on Friday, June 17, 2022.

“They’re going to struggle for attention and for money and that’s going to limit the ability to flip those seats.” The Patrick vs. Collier race is a rematch from 2018, when the incumbent won by 5 percentage points. Collier says he has the crossover appeal to beat Patrick. He’s running as someone who can fix the state’s power grid and create sensible solutions to other problems facing Texans. But Patrick is a darling of the latest incarnation of Texas conservatives, and they love his toughness in the Legislature and willingness to hammer through legislation, no matter how unpopular it is outside the Republican base. Patrick will also have the money he needs to win, and he’s done a better job over his last term of building a machine to churn out conservative votes. For Democrats, Patrick’s relentlessness in getting legis-

lation passed makes him their biggest adversary. While the lieutenant governor is one of the strongest Republicans on the ballot, Paxton can be considered the weakest link. Legal troubles, including felony fraud charges and an FBI investigation into allegations of bribery and corruption, have made him vulnerable, though he keeps on winning. Paxton has denied wrongdoing. Paxton’s rivals in the GOP primary warned that Democrats could beat him in November. Garza is making her first run for statewide office and has been a leader in trying to preserve reproductive rights for women, as well as other issues that could strike a chord with voters. Democrats, including progressives, are trying to mobilize voters angry about the Supreme Court decision to abolish constitutional protec-

tions for abortion rights. Some observers say Garza could become a breakout star in the race for attorney general. But Paxton has often been underestimated, only to find a way to win primary and general election contests. He’s seeking his third term, and if he gets conservative voters to stay with him, it could be tough for Garza to win. Rottinghaus said he’ll also be paying attention to the Miller vs. Hays showdown for agriculture commissioner. “Miller is obviously a character and has a tremendous number of enemies that he’s made,” Rottinghaus said. “Susan Hays is a brash Texan out of central casting, so that can be an interesting race.” Hays has been campaigning with O’Rourke in some areas, which could help raise her profile. news.ed@ocolly.com

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go on the OSU football Mount Rushmore. Barry Sanders Next on the list is one of the best football players of all time, let alone at Continued from 1 Oklahoma State. Running back Barry Sanders is OSU’s lone Heisman winner, T. Boone Pickens and during the late 80’s, he guided the It feels fitting to start with the man Cowboys to some of the most impressive whose name is already up in lights in seasons the program has had to date. Stillwater. Boone Pickens was an OSU Sanders accumulated 49 touchdowns alumnus with a heart for giving back and over 3,700 yards during his Cowboy to the university. With his $165 million career and he is one of the most famous dollar donation in 2005, he opened the college athletes to pick up a football. door for Oklahoma State to start comRest assured Mount Rushmore were to peting in multiple sports at a competiever wind up in Stillwater, Barry Sandtive level. He specifically loved football, ers will be front and center. and he wanted to see the program soar Justin Blackmon to new heights and reach levels unseen The 2010 and 2011 seasons are in Stillwater. The impacts of his gener- regarded as some of the most fun years osity are still seen at Oklahoma State to in Oklahoma State football history. this day, and he is an easy first pick to With an electric offense and a solid

defense, this team finished No. 3 in the AP Poll in 2011 and took down Andrew Luck and Stanford in the Fiesta Bowl. Justin Blackmon became a key piece in these team’s successes. Garnering two Biletnikoff trophies, awarded to college football’s most outstanding receiver, 3,564 career receiving yards and 40 receiving touchdowns, Blackmon is one of the best receivers to play the game in Stillwater. Although his pro career did not result like people expected, Blackmon deserves to be regarded as one of the best at OSU. Mike Gundy There is not another person more synonymous with Oklahoma State than the man with the mullet, Mike Gundy. Mike Gundy has been at the helm of Oklahoma State football since 2005, and aside from his first season as head coach, Gundy reached a bowl game

in every season of his career. He fits the perfect description for the “Mount Rushmore” criteria in terms of Oklahoma State legends. He started as a former player in the 80’s, coached as an assistant for the program and then eventually took over as head coach. He’s brought the program from mediocre to an ever-present force in college football. If anyone deserves to be on the OSU “Mount Rushmore”, Mike Gundy is at the top of the list. While a mountain is not just going to appear in Stillwater any time soon, these are just a few of the faces that would be etched in stone for the “Mount Rushmore” of Oklahoma State football.

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Abby Cage Throughout the decades, several legendary players, coaches and contributors impacted the Cowboy football program.

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TCU looks to rediscover defensive identity in post-Patterson era Braden Bush Staff Reporter

Loved what they do. It’s going to be very similar to what you see Iowa State do every Saturday (3-3-5 scheme). Felt like the scheme was good, felt like it made sense in this league, felt like it had been successful in this league.” Tre’Vius Hodges-Tomlinson, a two-time First-Team All-Big 12 cornerback, returns as the cornerstone of the TCU defense. And with the recovery and return of sixth-year senior Noah Daniels playing corner opposite of Hodges-Tomlinson, the backfield will regain some stability and should adjust nicely to the 3-3-5 scheme. On offense, a decision will have to be made at quarterback. Max Duggan or Chandler Morris. Duggan has been a consistent producer for TCU and threw for over 2,000 yards along with 16 touchdowns and six interceptions in 10 games last season. He also presents a run threat with two 500-yard rushing seasons. But while injured, Morris started in an upset win against eventual Big 12 Champion Baylor and compiled the second-best offensive output in school history. The two will be battling for the starting job and a chance to throw to 2021 First-Team All-Big 12 receiver Quentin Johnston, who likes what he sees from both. “Once you have two quarterbacks like that, and have great chemistry with both of them, it’s almost like you don’t miss a step with either one of them,” Johnston said. Since a run to the Big 12 Championship game in 2017, the success stagnated. The Horned Frogs own a 23-24 record over the last four seasons and haven’t finished better than sixth in the conference in that time. With the Big 12 preseason poll slotting TCU at No. 7, Dykes is ready to change the narrative. “TCU is about winning championships,” Dykes said. “There’s a high level of expectations. Obviously I knew that when I took the job. I appreciate that. I want to coach in this kind of environment where there has been that level of success and there’s that level of expectations, as well.”

Over the next few weeks, The O’Colly will be releasing its Big 12 preseason rankings in the form of team previews. Our writers picked the TCU Horned Frogs to picked to finish eighth in the Big 12. 2021 TCU record: 5-7 overall (3-6 in Big 12) For the first time since 2000, TCU will run onto the field opening day without Gary Patterson as head coach. Enter, Sonny Dykes. The Texas native spent the last four seasons 40 miles across the DallasFort Worth Metroplex at SMU, along with previous stints at California and Louisiana Tech, where he has been known to produce explosive offenses. But as Dykes and the Horned Frogs head into 2022, the defense is what needed repair. Patterson was a defensive-minded coach that put together stout defenses during his 20-year tenure, but a season ago that side of the ball sputtered before he left the team mid-season. Against Oklahoma State, after Patterson had departed, TCU surrendered 682 yards to the Cowboys in a 63-17 drubbing. That 2021 defense finished No. 119 in the FBS in total defense, allowing 462 yards per game – far and away the most in the Patterson era. So Dykes went out and looked for a defensive coordinator that gets the most out of his unit, something he says is a sure sign of a good coach. He found that in Joe Gillespie. He served as the defensive coordinator at Tulsa the previous three seasons, and he changed the defensive culture. The Golden Hurricane became a perennial top-50 caliber defense and finished No. 19 nationally in total defense in 2020. Now, Dykes hopes to mirror those results. He faced TU and Gillespie multiple times while at SMU. “When we played Tulsa, they played harder than any defense we played against in college football,” Dykes said. “They had a great scheme. sports.ed@ocolly.com

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Today’s Birthday (07/27/22). Research and investigations flower this year. Deepen partnership bonds with steady support, love and integrity. Adapt to summer’s romantic complications, before your heart flutters in delight again next autumn. Shift with team changes next winter, before a springtime career breakthrough. Explore new terrain to grow. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is an 8 — Domestic upgrades and repairs keep family systems running. Teamwork pays off. Listen to intuition with interior decoration. Consider colors and lighting. Get second opinions. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Entertain an unusual theory. Intellectual puzzles and creative challenges captivate. Travel conditions improve. Take advantage of a lucky break. Find a new opening. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 9 — Your energy is contagious. Changes take place as imagined. Take charge to direct your course. Find lasting value in unexpected places. Realize a personal vision. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 6 — There’s light at the end of the tunnel. Take a pause to reflect on where you’ve been and what’s ahead. Plot your course. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — Share your team vision and advance together. Imaginative strategies provide a valuable solution. Listen to your intuition. Take advantage of a lucky break. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — Make technical improvements at work to increase efficiency. Keep your patience with delays. Don’t take things personally. Grab a chance to realize a long-term vision. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — Get help building a dreamy exploration. You can get what you need. The solution becomes obvious. Respond to the call of the wild. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — Keep financial objectives in mind. Your partner can do what you can’t. Fix something before it breaks. Coordinate to keep cash flow positive. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Collaboration is key. A partner helps you make corrections and advance. Compassion is a huge factor. Practice patience. Listen generously. Accept support graciously. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Spend time outdoors and away from the hustle and bustle. Physical exercise energizes the body, mind and spirit. Recharge with extra sleep and good food. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 9 — Express what’s in your heart. Pour feelings into your art, writing and music. Creative projects thrive. Harmonize with your muses. Dance with someone beautiful. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — Home improvement projects generate satisfying results. Make repairs and upgrades. One thing leads to another. Research solutions to save time and money.

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Jack Harlow, Lil Nas X and Kendrick Lamar lead 2022 MTV Video Music Awards nominations Peter Sblendorio New York Daily News

most-streamed performer two years in a row. Lizzo, whose upbeat hit “About Damn Time” reached the top of the singles chart this week, is nominated for artist of the year as well. “About Damn Time” is up for song of the year at the VMAs, as are Doja Cat’s “Woman,” Eilish’s “Happier Than Ever,” Adele’s “Easy On Me,” Elton John and Lipa’s “Cold Heart” and The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber’s “Stay.” Lamar’s nominations include “N95″ for best hip-hop video and “The Heart Part 5″ for video for good, a category recognizing social impact. A number of high-profile artists received their first-ever VMAs nominations this year, including Latin music stars Karol G and Becky G, whose collaboration “Mamiii” is up for best Latin video. Also nominated in that category is first-time nominee Anitta for her song “Envolver.” Six-time Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves earned the first two VMAs nominations of her career, meanwhile, while breakout “Boyfriend” singer Dove Cameron received her first as well. Fan voting opened online Tuesday for next month’s ceremony, which will air live on MTV and its sister networks such as VH1, Comedy Central, BET and Nickelodeon. Organizers announced the Prudential Center as the VMAs venue in April, with New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy calling the show’s return an honor. “Our state has a proud history of supporting the arts and is always seeking opportunities to partner with the entertainment industry to promote economic development and cultural appreciation,” Murphy said at the time. “On behalf of New Jersey, we welcome VMA performers and attendees alike to our great state.”

Hip hop is on top of the MTV Video Music Awards nominations. Rappers Jack Harlow, Kendrick Lamar and Lil Nas X tied for the most nods at next month’s awards show in Newark with seven apiece, while superstar singers Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and Olivia Rodrigo are also up for top honors. The nominations, which were announced Tuesday, include a joint nod for Harlow and Lil Nas X in the night’s biggest category, video of the year, for their chart-topping collaboration, “Industry Baby.” Harlow, 24, and Lil Nas X, 23, are both nominated separately for artist of the year as well. Other contenders for video of the year include Swift’s 10-minute version of “All Too Well,” Rodrigo’s “brutal,” Sheeran’s “Shivers” and Doja Cat’s “Woman.” Drake’s “Way 2 Sexy” and Harry Styles’ “As It Was” are also nominated in the coveted category. This year’s VMAs, which take place Aug. 28, mark the show’s first appearance at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, since 2019. It will be the fifth consecutive year that the ceremony has taken place in New York or New Jersey, with the 2021 show held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. There will be plenty of opportunities for big-name stars to take home Moon Person trophies this year, with Doja Cat and Styles nominated in six categories, and Swift, Sheeran, Drake, Dua Lipa, Billie Eilish and The Weekend each finalists for five awards. Drake, Sheeran and Styles are all up for artist of the year, as is Puerto Rican rapper Bad entertainment.ed@ocolly.com Bunny, who has been Spotify’s

Courtesy of Tribune News Service Lil Nas X visits the SiriusXM Studios on Sept. 14, 2021, in New York City.