LONDON (AP) — Brighton had most of the chances but could not find the net in a 0-0 draw with Brentford that extended the south coast club’s winless run in the Premier League to six games on Friday. It was a frustrating night for the home side and especially Julio Enciso. The Paraguay striker had a host of opportunities to score but couldn’t make them count. Along with Southampton, Brentford has the worst away record in the league with seven losses and two draws and it was easy to see why in this toothless performance. Brentford had an early goal from Yoane Wissa ruled out for offside and, although it came a bit more into the game in the second half, it failed to pressure Icelandic goalkeeper Hakon Valdimarsson, who made his Premier League debut eight minutes before halftime when Mark Flekken went off with a thigh injury. One bright spot for the home side was the return of winger Solly March. He came on as a late substitute to make his first appearance for Brighton since injuring a knee against Manchester City 14 months ago. The result leaves Brighton in 10th place with 26 points, one spot and two points ahead of the Bees. Arsenal was hosting Ipswich in Friday's other game in the Premier League, ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer The Associated Press
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 has a reliable 1-inch CMOS sensor that captures stabilized 4K footage. It's compact, has a built-in gimbal, and is very easy to use. The control pad can be wonky, and low-light performance takes a hit. I didn't expect a pocket camera to be one of my favorite tech gadgets of this year -- not when smartphone cameras have gotten so good -- but the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 managed to change that. I've seen the Pocket 3 takeover firsthand, witnessing other tech journalists slowly replacing their heavier, bulkier, and more complicated DSLRs and smartphones with the flip-out camera. My default shooter, a Sony A7S III with a GM 16-35mm lens, weighs almost three pounds, so I get it. Also: The most versatile camera I've tested costs $499 and is not from Sony or Canon But there's more than meets the eye with the Pocket 3; its portability and convenience will draw you in, but its extensive shooting modes and recording tools will make you come back for more. I've been testing the Pocket 3 for about two months now, and here's what you should know about the hottest camera in tech. DJI Osmo Pocket 3 The handheld camera features a 1-inch CMOS sensor, 4K 120fps recording, a rotatable screen, and more. While this is the third iteration of the DJI Pocket, the company has upgraded the device in almost every way, from the larger two-inch display that can flip from vertical (portrait) video recording to horizontal (landscape) to the larger, more capable one-inch CMOS sensor. Altogether, you're getting a very capable camera that will fit in most pants pockets, shoulder bags, and backpacks. That flip-out display is one of the Pocket 3's best features, as it lets you quickly turn on the camera (when you flick it out) and record in your desired orientation. In this day and age, the ability to shoot both vertical and horizontal videos is essential, whether you're casually grabbing a clip for social media or posting on TikTok and YouTube as a content creator. Also: The best vlogging cameras of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed There will be occasions when you're shooting at a lower or higher angle and won't be able to use the viewfinder as effectively, but I generally found the two-inch touchscreen panel reliable enough to frame subjects. Like with most other cameras, you can always pair the Pocket 3 to your phone for a larger review screen. Navigating the settings is a simple system of swipes, taps, and long presses. If you've used an action camera before, the user interface will be very familiar, from basic recording functions like adjusting zoom and video format to more professional modifications like turning on D-Log M, should you want to further modify colors and contrast levels or better match your footage with a second camera. One advantage of using the Pocket 3 over the latest iPhone 16 Pro Max , for example, is its three-axis gimbal mechanical stabilization. Compared to the smaller optical image stabilizers found in smartphone cameras, which are often paired with some level of artificial electronic stabilization, there are noticeably fewer jitters and shakiness when recording with the Pocket 3. Since the camera is held up by a rotating gimbal, you can swivel it side-to-side for smooth-panning videos and turn it 180 degrees for vlogging. Also: DJI has the ultimate power accessory for drone pilots needing even more flight time While I found software-enabled tracking features like ActiveTrack 6.0, which prompts the camera to automatically follow your desired subject, very useful when capturing products at tech briefings or of presenters walking around, the physical, joy-stick-like control pad was clunkier to operate. For example, holding the control pad in one direction for a panning shot often resulted in footage with less natural movement. The camera also moves a bit too slowly for my taste, so I've reconfigured the control pad to adjust the zoom range instead. In terms of video quality, I wouldn't put the Pocket 3 above a DSLR or mirrorless camera with a true lens, but it certainly beats out flagship phones from Apple, Samsung, and Google -- at least in average to good lighting conditions. The one-inch CMOS sensor gets the credit here, pulling far more light and detail while developing a natural separation (read: bokeh or blur) between the subject and background. The camera and gimbal system are less effective when shooting videos at night, where it struggles with noise and motion blur. Since a lot of my video work involves focusing on a product in hand, the Pocket 3 is very ideal. Its portability, especially, helps me grab shots that I'd typically struggle with when using a larger camera. Also: I streamed with Logitech's Mevo Core camera and it almost beat my $3,600 Canon DJI offers the Pocket 3 with an assortment of optional accessories, including an expandable battery pack (that comes with a 1/4"-20 mount) and a Mic 2 transmitter for on-device audio recording, but I actually found the standard configuration (the camera on its own) good enough for casual use. I just wish the Pocket 3 came with a 1/4"-20 mount by default, as it's useful to mount onto tripods and other stands for more creative shots. My usage, which includes 15-minute stints of 4K recording for work and some 1080p videos when capturing scenic views during travel, often left me with 10-20% battery by the end of the day. When I'm done, I connect the Pocket 3 to my laptop via USB-C for both charging and data transfer. ZDNET's buying advice That's to say, the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 has become a mainstay in my work and travel backpack. Its portability, ease of use, and flexible shooting modes make it almost irreplaceable for content creation. At a starting price of $519, the Pocket 3 is pricier than most action cameras and even some mid-range phones. But the value is justified, based on my testing and all the real-world testimonials that I've gathered throughout the past year. If you're serious about content creation or want to invest more in your travel camera, I'd highly recommend the $669 Creator Combo , which bundles the camera with a Mic 2 transmitter, battery handle, mini tripod, carrying bag, and wide-angle lens attachment. For vloggers who want a device that can do it all, that package is almost as good as it gets. ZDNET's product of the year: Why Oura Ring 4 bested Samsung, Apple, and others in 2024 I tested Samsung's 98-inch 4K QLED TV, and watching Hollywood movies on it left me in awe I let my 8-year-old test this Android phone for kids. 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The are firing head coach Mike Brown, on Friday. Sacramento is currently on a five-game losing streak and has lost 12 of its last 17 games. At 13–18, the Kings are last in the Pacific Division and ranked 12th in the Western Conference. Assistant coach Doug Christie will be named the interim coach, according to multiple reports. The team resumes its season on Saturday versus the . Let them make the jokes and have no fun but don't let them take away Kings/Pistons from you. let me tell you the NBA it's fantastic. — Steve Jones Jr. (@stevejones20) On Thursday night, the Kings coughed up a one-point loss to the 14-17 on a four-point play in the game's final seconds. , Brown was fired after running practice and meeting with the media, just before the team boarded a flight to Los Angeles for its matchup with the Lakers Saturday night. "I've been through a lot in this business, I've been through way more good times than bad times, but I've been through some bad times," . "I've been fortunate, blessed ... to be around great players and great coaches, and the crazy part about it is I've been around coaches that have won titles. And they have a lot of smoke they've got to face when their little stretch of adversity is not great." Brown, 54, was named Coach of the Year in 2023 and had with the team through the 2026-27 season in June. Before agreeing to the extension, the Kings and Brown had disagreed on the average annual salary in a new deal and it appeared that he might finish out his contract after this season. His eventual deal put him among the in the league at $8.5 million per year. He finished in Sacramento with a 107–88 record and one first-round playoff series. Brown had previously served as head coach of the (2005-10 and 2013-14) and Lakers (2011-12). His overall record is 454–304. Prior to his first head coaching position, Brown worked as an assistant for eight seasons with the , , and . He was on the staff of four NBA championship teams, one with the Spurs and three with the Warriors. Christie as an assistant under Alvin Gentry for the 2021-22 season. For the previous three seasons, he was an analyst on the team's TV broadcasts. Christie played five seasons for the Kings among his 15 seasons in the NBA. He also played with the Lakers, , , , and .Ho Central MP-elect Pledges Transformational Development Under NDC Leadership2024: The year of AI at UB
Iowa moves on without injured quarterback Brendan Sullivan when the Hawkeyes visit Maryland for a Big Ten Conference contest on Saturday afternoon. Former starter Cade McNamara is not ready to return from a concussion, so Iowa (6-4, 4-3) turns to former walk-on and fourth-stringer Jackson Stratton to lead the offense in College Park, Md. "Confident that he'll do a great job," Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said of Stratton on his weekly radio show. "He stepped in, did a really nice job in our last ballgame. And he's got a good ability to throw the football, and he's learning every day. ... We'll go with him and see what we can do." Iowa had been on an upswing with Sullivan, who had sparked the Hawkeyes to convincing wins over Northwestern and Wisconsin before suffering an ankle injury in a 20-17 loss at UCLA on Nov. 8. Stratton came on in relief against the Bruins and completed 3 of 6 passes for 28 yards. Another storyline for Saturday is that Ferentz will be opposing his son, Brian Ferentz, an assistant at Maryland. Brian Ferentz was Iowa's offensive coordinator from 2017-23. "We've all got business to take care of on Saturday," Kirk Ferentz said. "I think his experience has been good and everything I know about it. As a parent, I'm glad he's with good people." Maryland (4-6, 1-6) needs a win to keep its hopes alive for a fourth straight bowl appearance under Mike Locksley. The Terrapins have dropped five of their last six games, all by at least 14 points, including a 31-17 loss at home to Rutgers last weekend. "It's been a challenging last few weeks to say the least," Locksley said. The challenge this week will be to stop Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson, who leads the Big Ten in rushing yards (1,328) and touchdowns (20), averaging 7.1 yards per carry. "With running backs, it's not always about speed. It's about power, vision and the ability to make something out of nothing," Locksley said. "This guy is a load and runs behind his pads." Maryland answers with quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., who leads the Big Ten in passing yards per game (285.5) and completions (268). His top target is Tai Felton, who leads the conference in catches (86) and receiving yards (1,040). --Field Level Media
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Doha: The Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) has warned of a continued mist to fog formation in some areas during the night and early morning, from tonight until the middle of next week. "There is an expected continuation of mist to fog forming in some areas during the night time and early morning hours until midweek," the QMD announced on its social media handles. QMD added that visibility may drop to less than 2 km during this weather condition. The weather department reminds the public to exercise caution while on the road and to stay updated on the latest developments. Tomorrow, the temperatures in Doha are expected to range between 16°C and 24°C. Today, Al Khor, Al Ghuwayriyah, and Al Shahaniyah areas recorded the lowest temperature at 10°C.