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Tom Brady posts hilarious tweet as he watches Super Bowl after retirement announcement | Fox News

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FOX Sports’ ‘NFL Sunday’ crew joins ‘Fox News Sunday’ host Shannon Bream to preview the match-up between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of Super Bowl LVII.

Recently retired quarterback Tom Brady is sitting on his couch watching Super Bowl LVII on Sunday night like the rest of us. But he doesn’t seem entirely sure what to do.

Brady called it quits after his 23rd NFL season following the Tampa Bay Buccaneers‘ loss to the Dallas Cowboys in the wild-card round. This time of year, he’s used to playing, with his most recent Super Bowl coming in 2020 when he defeated the Kansas City Chiefs at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, collecting his seventh Super Bowl ring.

But retired life means spectating instead of playing, and he used the perfect GIF to explain his mindset right now.

Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers screams in celebration after rushing for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of a game against the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium on January 1, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)

He used one from the hit movie “Talladega Nights,” where Will Ferrell’s character, Ricky Bobby, won his first race and, well, wasn’t sure how to act in his first interview.

“I’m not sure what to do with my hands,” the GIF read.

Of course, Brady is just joking around, but it’s surely going to be an adjustment knowing that he won’t be able to vie for more Vince Lombardi trophies.

During an appearance on “The Herd” earlier this week, the seven-time Super Bowl winner said he does not have any solid plans between now and next year.

“I think, for me, I want to be great at what I do. And even talking last week with the people at Fox Sports and the leadership there, allowing me to start my Fox opportunity in the fall of 2024 is something that’s great for me,” Brady said Monday.

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Brady is also excited to see Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Philadelphia Eagles quarterbacks Jalen Hurts battle for that trophy.

“Two of the best tonight in Pat and Jalen. Good luck to KC and Philly, can’t wait to watch,” he tweeted.

Tom Brady walked the red carpet the eve before announcing his retirement from football for the second time. (Gilbert Flores/Variety)

Perhaps one way that Brady can pass the time is by practicing his broadcasting during the game. He said that he will be joining the Fox Sports team in fall of 2024, taking a year to prepare and perfect his new craft.

Scott Thompson is a sports writer for Fox News Digital.

7 Societal Double Standards That Will Drive Any Parent Crazy

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Being a parent is a joyous and challenging journey that comes with its fair share of trials and tribulations. While society often holds parenting to certain standards, it can be frustrating to witness the double standards that persist. These double standards can drive any parent crazy, as they create unfair expectations and judgments. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most exasperating double standards that parents face in today’s society. Read on to know more!

1. The Working Parent Double Standard


Working Parent Double Standard

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It’s frustrating to witness the double standard in balancing work and family life. Mothers pursuing careers are criticized for not spending enough time with their children, while fathers rarely face the same scrutiny. This undermines both parents’ efforts and perpetuates unfair gender stereotypes. Let’s break free from these double standards and appreciate all parents’ hard work in both their professional and family lives.

2. The Stay-At-Home Parent Double Standard


The Stay-At-Home Parent Double Standard

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On the flip side, stay-at-home parents also face their fair share of double standards. Society often undervalues the work and dedication that stay-at-home parents put into raising their children. These parents may be judged for not having a “real job” or for being less ambitious. However, the truth is that raising children is a full-time job in itself, requiring immense patience, multitasking, and emotional investment. The double standard belittles the importance of parenting as a profession.

3. The Helicopter Parent Double Standard


The Helicopter Parent Double Standard

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Parenting today is a delicate tightrope walk between being an involved parent and avoiding the helicopter parent label. Society demands active engagement from parents, but there’s a frustrating double standard. If you’re too involved, you face criticism for being overprotective. But if you take a hands-off approach, judgment follows for not being involved enough. Striking the right balance is a challenging task, as parents navigate between societal expectations and doing what’s best for their own family. It’s an art of finding equilibrium in a world where standards constantly shift.

4. The Discipline Double Standard


The Discipline Double Standard

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Disciplining our children is an integral aspect of parenting, but it’s disheartening to witness the double standard surrounding disciplinary methods. Parents who opt for traditional approaches like time-outs or spankings are often condemned for being too harsh. Conversely, those who take a more lenient approach are deemed lacking in control or not invested enough in their children’s behavior. This contradictory judgment leaves parents feeling bewildered and uncertain about the most effective and socially acceptable disciplinary techniques. It’s a tough spot to be in, as we strive to guide our children while grappling with the expectations and mixed messages from society.

5. The Body Image Double Standard


The Body Image Double Standard

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Society places an enormous emphasis on physical appearance, and parents often feel the weight of this pressure. Mothers, in particular, face a significant double standard when it comes to body image. They are expected to “bounce back” and regain their pre-pregnancy bodies quickly. On the other hand, fathers are rarely subjected to the same level of scrutiny. This double standard not only undermines the physical changes that women go through during pregnancy but also perpetuates unrealistic beauty standards.

6. The Single Parent Double Standard


The Single Parent Double Standard

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Single parents face a multitude of responsibilities and hurdles on their own, but it’s disheartening to see them confronted with double standards. Society often idealizes the notion of a two-parent household, leaving single parents feeling judged and marginalized for not conforming to this idealized mold. Single mothers, especially, are unfairly subjected to scrutiny and unfounded assumptions about their ability to provide for their children adequately. This double standard overlooks the remarkable resilience and strength displayed by single parents and undermines the invaluable contributions they make to their children’s lives every single day. It’s time we recognize and appreciate the incredible dedication and love that single parents pour into their families, standing as shining examples of unwavering commitment and courage.

7. The Parenting Style Double Standard


Parenting Style Double Standard

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Every parent has their own unique parenting style, influenced by their upbringing, values, and personal experiences. However, society often imposes a double standard by favoring certain parenting approaches over others. For example, parents who adopt a more strict or authoritative parenting style may be criticized for being too controlling, while those who embrace a more permissive style may face judgment for being too lenient. This double standard fails to recognize that different children may respond better to different parenting approaches and stifles individuality in parenting choices.

Parenting is a demanding and rewarding journey, but it becomes even more challenging when parents have to navigate through society’s double standards. From single parents facing unnecessary judgment to the work-life balance pressures and the restrictions on parenting styles, these double standards hinder the growth and well-being of both parents and children. It is essential for society to acknowledge and challenge these biases, fostering an environment that supports and respects the diverse choices and challenges faced by parents. Let’s strive for a society that empowers and uplifts parents, celebrating their efforts in raising the next generation.

Futurama Returns to Hulu: A Funny, Timely New Season

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It goes without saying that a lot has changed in our world since 2013, and Futurama—a show always fond of commenting on current events, despite being set in the 31st century—is eager to embrace the culture of 2023. It’s just as eager to acknowledge the surreal feeling that accompanies Futurama’s long-awaited, they-said-it-couldn’t-be-done return, though it gets most of those winks (and there are a lot, including one actual fourth-wall break) out of the way in episode one, “The Impossible Stream.”

Even before the opening credits, Professor Farnsworth (Billy West) has explained away the “massive disruption in the flow of time” which has taken the Planet Express gang from the year 3000—the year Fry (also Billy West), a pizza-delivery guy accidentally frozen in 1999, was revived in the original series—to 3023. Or to put it another way, courtesy of boozy robot Bender (John DiMaggio): “Why is my beer stale?” Because you and your shiny metal ass have aged 10 years, sir! With that taken care of, Futurama is on its merry way.

io9 was provided six of the 10 episodes for review, and we won’t be spoiling specific plot points here. But it’s not giving anything away to note some of the timely topics season 11 pokes into. These include the overwhelming feeling of trying to keep up with streaming shows (Futurama’s in-universe service of choice: “Fulu;” definitely hit pause when it shows the home screen to read all the punny yet oddly familiar names for the various series); and the “high-tech gold rush” world of bitcoin and cryptocurrency, literally interpreted with a Wild West theme. It also introduces “Momazon,” an Amazon-alike that unleashes smart-home assistants that are a little too smart; alarmingly speedy deliveries that Planet Express, a small business, can’t compete with; deplorable conditions for warehouse workers; and the idea that an algorithm knows what you want to shop for before you even search for it (this episode’s title is “Related to Items You’ve Viewed”).

There’s also an Ivermectin joke—and though it wasn’t included in the first six episodes, the trailer for this season promises there’ll be even more pandemic humor. Plus, there’s almost an entire episode inspired by Dune, with a very well-placed celebrity voice cameo. Beyond that, Futurama shows there’s still heart lurking beneath the snark, examining themes like motherhood, pet ownership, and building relationships—family, romantic, and among friends—despite being surrounded by ridiculous chaos.

Though it can sometimes feel like the show is racing along trying to cram in fan-favorite characters (Robot Devil! Calculon! Robot Santa Claus! The Hypnotoad!), and that first episode leans awfully hard into the self-referential stuff, it all feels very rooted in the show Futurama has always been—with weird asides, clever gags, and characters you can’t help but love, even though they tend to always do the wrong thing. The leap to 2023 feels as seamless as it could possibly feel, which is truly the greatest way to please old-school fans and, hopefully, the legions of new ones this revival will bring into the fold.

Futurama was created by Matt Groening and developed by Groening and David X. Cohen. The rest of the voice cast includes Katey Sagal, Tress MacNeille, Maurice LaMarche, Lauren Tom, Phil LaMarr, and David Herman. Futurama’s new season premieres July 24 on Hulu.

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Declan Rice makes Arsenal Premier League title vow and singles out “crazy” new team-mate – Mirror Online

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Declan Rice has his eyes on winning the Premier League title in his first season at Arsenal – and hopes that “crazy” team-mate Bukayo Saka can help the Gunners become champions.

Rice, 24, recently linked up with Saka and co in a record-breaking transfer deal worth £105million. Already in the thick of it while on the club’s tour of the United States, the former West Ham captain has been loving life among his new team-mates, and knows exactly what manager Mikel Arteta is aiming for when the serious stuff gets started in August.

Arsenal finished second in Premier League last season, five points behind champions Manchester City, despite comfortably holding first place for the vast majority of the campaign. Rice is aiming to help the Gunners “go one better” this time around, telling the club’s YouTube channel: “I can’t wait!

“When I signed I was speaking to the manager and when we were stood there looking out from the box, it was so surreal. What a stadium and we’re very lucky to play our home football there. Last year, the place was crazy with the atmosphere and the fans. Some of the games… hopefully this year we can go one better and excite the fans even more.”

Then England international went on to laud Arsenal star Saka, who he’s already shared the stage with at two major international tournaments and was sat next to during the interview. “You wouldn’t have known this but I watched you play for England’s under 17s at St George’s [Park] or under 18s,” Rice told his new club team-mate.

“He played left wing-back, that’s when I first saw Saka, the growth since then has just been crazy! Straight away everyone just loved him just because of just how he is, he’s happy and on the training pitch he works so hard. I think he had the respect of everyone straight away.”

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It’s not the first time that the 24-year-old has heaped praise on Saka. After the Gunners ace scored for England to help them reach the World Cup quarter-finals last November, 15 months after missing a penalty in the final of Euro 2020 as the Three Lions were agonisingly beaten on home soil by Italy, Rice was quoted by the Evening Standard as saying: “It’s unbelievable what he’s done.”

“It says everything about his strength of character. You saw what happened last summer, everyone was with him then. He is flourishing with Arsenal, he is playing with a smile on his face. You see him around the training ground, he is the happiest person around the place. We are all so happy for him.”