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Rescuers push to reach survivors as Colombia endures deadly 7.4 quake
world17 days ago

Rescuers push to reach survivors as Colombia endures deadly 7.4 quake

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 224 people and injuring hundreds as rescuers race to reach those trapped in Pereira, Cali, Manizales and other affected towns; more than 70 aftershocks have followed, with the epicenter in Chocó and widespread damage, power and water outages. Rescue operations continue, including a baby rescued from rubble and a woman pulled from a Cali building; a jail fire in Buenaventura added fatalities. The government announced relief measures, while the US dispatched a Disaster Assistance Response Team and Mexico offered aid; international support and EU satellite assistance are aiding the response.

via CNN|
#aftershocks#cali#colombia-earthquake
Catastrophic 7.4 quake rattles western Colombia, with Pereira among hardest-hit cities
world18 days ago

Catastrophic 7.4 quake rattles western Colombia, with Pereira among hardest-hit cities

A magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, with the epicenter near San José del Palmar in Chocó province at a depth of about 103 km. It killed at least 132 people and injured hundreds, with Pereira and nearby areas among the worst hit as dozens of buildings collapsed. A national disaster was declared, curfews were imposed in some areas, and rescue operations are ongoing as officials warn the death toll is likely to rise and airports reported damage.

via bbc.com|
#cali#colombia#disaster
Foster Defends Dean and Pushes Clearer Foul Rules After Pereira-Gane Clash
sports1 month ago

Foster Defends Dean and Pushes Clearer Foul Rules After Pereira-Gane Clash

California’s Andy Foster defended Herb Dean’s officiating during Pereira vs. Gane, saying the bout looked like a normal fight and that stopping for back-of-the-head punches is tricky in real time. He urged referees to be more willing to deduct points for clear fouls and plans to introduce new rule language to replace vague intent distinctions with categories like incidental, reckless, and malicious, aiming to standardize fouls. The interim heavyweight title fight ended with Gane’s TKO win, and Foster expressed full confidence in Dean while signaling ongoing refinements to refereeing guidelines.

via MMA Fighting|
#andy-foster#herb-dean#pereira
Pereira exits UFC roster after Baku loss to Shara Magomedov
sports1 month ago

Pereira exits UFC roster after Baku loss to Shara Magomedov

Michel Pereira has been released from the UFC roster after his loss to Shara Magomedov at UFC Baku, ending his UFC run at 10-6 across two weight classes and dropping four of his last five fights; he had a one-fight deal to face Magomedov and publicly criticized referee Herb Dean for not deducting a point after Magomedov pulled Pereira's hair twice, while Magomedov won a 29-28 unanimous decision.

via MMA Fighting|
#mma-fighting#pereira#shara-magomedov
Organizer backs Pereira, cites miscommunication in UK fan-seminar controversy
sports2 months ago

Organizer backs Pereira, cites miscommunication in UK fan-seminar controversy

Joyagear issued a statement taking responsibility for a miscommunication that led to criticism Pereira allegedly not engaging with fans during a UK seminar. The organizers said Pereira delivered the advertised one-hour seminar and was not informed of additional meet-and-greet expectations; refunds are being issued for meet-and-greet tickets and remaining tour dates will proceed. The context notes Pereira’s recent UFC loss to Ciryl Gane.

via MMA Fighting|
#meet-and-greet#miscommunication#mma
UFC Freedom 250: Topuria and Pereira hit with long medical suspensions; others face varied rest periods
sports2 months ago

UFC Freedom 250: Topuria and Pereira hit with long medical suspensions; others face varied rest periods

Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira were each handed 180-day medical suspensions after UFC Freedom 250, pending facial clearance (Topuria must see an oral/maxillofacial surgeon; Pereira requires a maxillofacial CT). Justin Gaethje also received 180 days for injuries to his right wrist and left knee. A number of other fighters followed with shorter mandatory rests (eight or 30–60 days, or four days in some cases), with the full list showing a mix of long suspensions and quicker clears depending on the injuries sustained. Fighters can return earlier if doctors clear them.

via MMA Junkie|
#medical-suspensions#mma#pereira
White House UFC Card Delivers Mixed Signals Amid Lofty Promises
sports5 months ago

White House UFC Card Delivers Mixed Signals Amid Lofty Promises

MMA Fighting’s roundtable analyzes the official UFC White House card for June 14, headlined by Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje (unification) and Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane (interim heavyweight), with about six bouts and potential additions. The panel says the lineup is solid but not the earth-shattering spectacle promised, praising Topuria-Gaethje and Pereira-Gane as standout clashes while criticizing bouts like O’Malley-Zahabi (and Bo Nickal-Daukaus by some) as mismatches or less compelling. Overall grades are mixed (B to C), reflecting disappointment at the hype but recognition that the event still offers meaningful title implications and engaging narratives without living up to the “greatest card ever” billing.

via MMA Fighting|
#mma#pereira#sports
Khamzat Chimaev and Alex Pereira: Pathways to UFC Greatness
sports9 months ago

Khamzat Chimaev and Alex Pereira: Pathways to UFC Greatness

Hamzat Chimaev won the UFC middleweight title and expressed confidence in his ability to defeat top fighters like Pereira and Teseira, calling out Pereira for future matches. Despite Pereira's return as a light heavyweight champion, Chimaev remains ambitious about fighting top contenders, showcasing his undefeated record and strong wrestling style.

via 매일경제|
#fight-callout#hamzat-chimaev#middleweight-champion
UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 Fight Preview and Results
sports10 months ago

UFC 320: Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 Fight Preview and Results

At UFC 320 in Las Vegas, former two-division champion Alex Pereira aims to reclaim the light heavyweight title from Magomed Ankalaev, who has remained undefeated since his debut. The event also features Merab Dvalishvili defending his bantamweight title against Cory Sandhagen, and other notable fights including Jiri Procházka vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. Experts analyze the night's action.

via ESPN|
#ankalaev#mma#pereira
UFC 320: Pereira Seeks Redemption in Rematch Against Ankalaev
sports11 months ago

UFC 320: Pereira Seeks Redemption in Rematch Against Ankalaev

UFC 320 features a highly anticipated rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira for the light heavyweight title, with Ankalaev aiming to defend his belt in a fight that could be pivotal for the division's future. The event also includes key bouts like Dvalishvili vs. Sandhagen and Prochazka vs. Rountree, promising an exciting night of MMA action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

via Sherdog|
#ankalaev#light-heavyweight#mma