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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos braced themselves for a second straight season without their steadiest wide receiver and locker room leader after Tim Patrick was carted off the field with a left Achilles tendon injury Monday — almost a year after tearing his right ACL at training camp. “It’s a tough break for […]
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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos braced themselves for a second straight season without their steadiest wide receiver and locker room leader after Tim Patrick was carted off the field with a left Achilles tendon injury Monday — almost a year after tearing his right ACL at training camp.
“It’s a tough break for us as a team when you see something like that, a great player, a great leader,” cornerback Patrick Surtain II said. “We wish him the best and just go on from there.”
With an energized crowd of 3,000 looking on as the Broncos practiced in full pads for the first time, Patrick hit the ground in pain just as he came out of his cut on a short route during a seven-on-seven passing drill. He threw his helmet as teammates including Courtland Sutton and Russell Wilson rushed to his side.
The injury happened right in front of head coach Sean Payton, who was watching Patrick make an adjustment from a previous route.
“It’s always difficult, especially a guy like that’s a leader who’s coming off an entire year of rehabilitation,” Payton said. ”It’s difficult for his teammates, for all of us. So, maybe, hopefully we get some good news. But it appears it’s his left Achilles.”
After being carted off, Patrick entered the Broncos facility on crutches, keeping weight off his left leg.
Patrick is known for his strong work ethic and no-nonsense approach. He was one of the more notable finds by the Broncos in recent years.
Undrafted out of Utah in 2017, Patrick bounced around the Ravens’ and 49ers’ practice squads before arriving in Denver later that year. He became a contributor in 2018 and ’19 before posting back-to-back productive seasons that earned him a three-year, $34.5 million contract extension in November 2021.
He was the team’s No. 1 receiver going into last season when he tore his right ACL in a noncontact drill on Aug. 2. Two months later the Broncos lost their top running back when Javonte Williams suffered a knee injury and Denver’s offense never recovered from the one-two punch, averaging a league-worst 16.9 points a game in Wilson’s first year in Denver.
Like Williams, Patrick was looking for a big comeback in 2023 atop the receiver rotation alongside Sutton and Jerry Jeudy.
“When I got hired here, he was one of the guys I saw every day because he was rehabbing last year’s injury,” Payton said. “So, that’s what makes it more difficult.”
The Broncos do appear to be in better position to weather the loss of Patrick this year if the injury proves to be as serious as suspected.
They bolstered their receiver room, chiefly by drafting speedster Marvin Mims Jr. out of Oklahoma in the second round and signing veterans Marquez Callaway and Lil’Jordan Humphrey in free agency.
“We’ve just got great guys all around the receiving room, so obviously next man up situation,” Surtain said. “But Tim is a big loss, a big blow, because he brings such a presence out there on the field that many people can’t compare to.”
Mims pulled a hamstring in June and suffered a setback before camp, but Monday marked his first practice of camp and Payton was encouraged: “He’s feeling good. You’re going to see him more and more this week. He’s ramping up and we’re encouraged.”
However, another receiver, KJ Hamler, who is on the mend from a torn chest muscle, was released Monday when the Broncos signed guard Yasir Durant. Hamler was releasd with a non-football illness designation. Earlier in the day, he posted on Instagram that he was diagnosed with the heart condition pericarditis “after feeling some chest pains while working out on the break before camp started.” He vowed to return to the field as soon as he could “better and stronger than ever.”
Notes: Payton had no comment about Aaron Rodgers’ spirited defense of Jets OC Nathaniel Hackett after Payton ripped him last week for his poor head coaching job in Denver last year. “No, we’re past it,” said Payton, who did a mea culpa last week, saying he regretted criticizing Hackett, the Jets and members of the Broncos’ front office in trying to spread the blame for Wilson’s career-worst season in 2022 during an interview with USA Today.
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Mazda on Friday afternoon revealed that its MX-30 lineup will not be returning for U.S. sales after the 2023 model year. For longtime Mazda fans, that piece of news also means that Mazda’s Wankel rotary engine won’t be coming back to America anytime soon. The MX-30 EV arrived for first deliveries in late 2021, and […]
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Mazda on Friday afternoon revealed that its MX-30 lineup will not be returning for U.S. sales after the 2023 model year.
For longtime Mazda fans, that piece of news also means that Mazda’s Wankel rotary engine won’t be coming back to America anytime soon.
The MX-30 EV arrived for first deliveries in late 2021, and with its 100-mile EPA range rating it’s been one of the lowest-driving-range EVs available in the U.S. market.
The single-motor, front-wheel-drive MX-30 was always intended to be just part of the lineup, though. Since the model’s 2021 introduction, Mazda teased an upcoming range-extended version enabled by a Wankel rotary engine—a Mazda signature—on board as a range extender.
Mazda MX-30 R-EV
That version, called the Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV, is on closer scrutiny a model that may be hard for American drivers to comprehend, let alone see advantages to in either by-the-numbers operating expenses or in sheer driving enjoyment. It features a smaller 17.8-kwh battery pack enabling a range that might likely land near 40 miles EPA (53 miles on the significantly more generous WLTP cycle). Its little 0.83-liter, single-rotor engine makes 73 hp and its only task is to drive a generator. Despite a boost at the drive motor of about 25 hp, a gain of more than 250 pounds doesn’t make it much quicker than the EV, and both dash to 60 mph in the nine-second range.
2022 Mazda MX-30 EV
It’s unclear what kind of fuel economy the R-EV might have been able to deliver after running through a charge in American-style freeway driving, but rotary engines were never stellar for cruising efficiency, and neither is the series-hybrid layout.
In a statement, Mazda North American Operations emphasized that plug-in hybrids rather than EVs are in its immediate future for America. And it essentially cuts off any hope of the R-EV arriving in the U.S.
“Our current U.S. electrification efforts are focused on large platform PHEVs, such as the first-ever 2024 CX-90 PHEV and upcoming CX-70 PHEV, as well as introducing CX-50 Hybrid into our lineup to address the specific needs of the U.S. market,” it stated.
Mazda MX-30 R-EV
Mazda rotary nostalgia? Not for now, America
That said, Mazda reported that “mass production” of the R-EV had started, and the model appears to still be bound for Europe and the U.K., with deliveries due in the fall.
As a Mazda executive told Green Car Reports several years ago, before the project itself had been revealed, the automaker had pushed for the idea of a rotary range extender partly because of Americans’ nostalgia over the brand’s rotary-powered sports cars like the RX-7 and RX-8. America may have inspired the product but it appears to lose out in actually getting the product.
2022 Mazda MX-30 EV
In a review of the Mazda MX-30 EV published earlier this year, we found this short-range EV to offer up a bewildering mix of limited compliance-car availability, compromised performance, slow road-trip charging, and an underwhelming exterior design contrasting with unique cabin appointments that felt as if Mazda were pulling out all the stops.
MX-30 EV has been exotic-car rare
The MX-30 has been a very slow-seller, which Mazda has only officially made available in California. Mazda delivered just 520 MX-30s for the 2022 model year, split between late calendar-year 2021 and the earlier part of 2022. Then with the 2022s gone, a 2023 Mazda MX-30 EV returned with only a slight price increase.
2023 Mazda MX-30 EV
The 2023 model year may be the one for the collectors, as it’s looking rarer than some supercars. Mazda sold just 66 MX-30 EVs in the U.S. in the first half of 2023 (through June), and we’ve no reason to believe that the pace picked up appreciably in July.
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Chloe Dygert’s career could have ended at the bottom of an Italian ravine, where the American cyclist had been racing for a world championship with an eye on Olympic gold before colliding with a guardrail and sustaining devastating leg injuries. Her comeback to the top of the sport has been daunting. Dygert needed several rounds […]
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Chloe Dygert’s career could have ended at the bottom of an Italian ravine, where the American cyclist had been racing for a world championship with an eye on Olympic gold before colliding with a guardrail and sustaining devastating leg injuries.
Her comeback to the top of the sport has been daunting.
Dygert needed several rounds of surgery to repair the damage. She was waylaid by the Epstein-Barr virus, which left her fighting extreme fatigue. She had heart surgery last fall to treat supraventricular tachycardia, an irregularly fast heartbeat. And this spring, another training crash took her off the bike again.
She is nothing if not resilient. Yet it’s hardly surprising that there were moments the past three years when Dygert, perhaps the most talented American rider of her generation, thought about giving up — on the bike and in life.
“What I physically had to go through for the injury itself, then mentally what I had to go through — all the personal things I won’t go into — my life at times did not matter to me,” Dygert told The Associated Press in an interview. “I didn’t care if I was alive. I did not care about things. People don’t see and understand, and I can say the same thing: I see people with injuries and things going on, and I can’t understand what they’re going through.
“So now,” Dygert continued, “when I’m able to come back and race and step on a podium and look at a goal, or winning nationals, it’s like, they matter so much to me. … It just makes me so proud and excited for myself.”
Dygert spoke by phone from Belgium, where the 2019 world time trial champion is finishing her preparations for this year’s worlds, held over a 10-day stretch beginning Thursday in Glasgow, Scotland.
It’s the first time the UCI, the governing body for cycling, will hold nearly all of its championships in one place, and it will make for a busy stretch for the 26-year-old from Indiana. Dygert will compete in the velodrome in the track cycling events, then head outside for the road race and time trial, where the U.S. champ will be among the favorites to win gold.
Just like she was in Imola, Italy.
Dygert hoped the 2020 worlds would be a springboard toward a golden Tokyo Olympics, and she was well ahead of the leading pace when her bike wiggled on a fast right-hand turn. Dygert crashed into the guardrail and skidded down a steep grassy pitch, and the gash to her thigh resulted in extensive blood loss.
It took Dygert nine months before she was sufficiently recovered to ride again. And while Dygert was able to compete at the Summer Games, which had been pushed back to 2021, she acknowledges now that she was nowhere near her best, even after helping the Americans win bronze in the team pursuit.
“My body was far from being anywhere close to being competitive,” Dygert said. “That was obvious.”
Afterward, Dygert turned her focus toward the Paris Games, now less than a year away. But those preparations have been hamstrung by Epstein-Barr, the heart procedure to treat a condition she had dealt with for a decade and another crash while at a team camp in Europe that left her fearful of a broken femur; nothing was broken but she was off the bike until March.
That made her performance last month at U.S. championships all the more impressive: She roared over the roads near Nashville, Tennessee, winning both the road race and time trial.
Throw in podium finishes at the Vuelta a Burgos Feminina, a stage win at the RideLondon Classique and more podium finishes at the prestigious Giro Donne, and Dygert again is among the favorites to land on the podium at worlds.
“I feel like there were moments where, ‘I hate cycling and I’m never riding a bike again,’” Dygert said, “but I don’t think there was ever a doubt I’d continue. More the doubt: ‘Will I be back at my level? Will I be competitive again?’”
As much as anything, those are the thoughts that led Dygert to some dark places the past few years.
“It’s crazy to think about it now,” she said, “but life was just not OK. It was not.”
Mental health among Olympic athletes has become an important issue in recent years. Simone Biles has been outspoken ever since the Tokyo Games, where she dealt with the “twisties” — a mental block where gymnasts can lose track of where they are in midair. Caeleb Dressel walked away in the middle of last year’s swimming worlds because of the pressure and stress, and fellow swimmer Adam Peaty is taking an extended break to work on with his own mental health.
Then there is cycling.
At the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games, Dygert was on the same pursuit team with Kelly Catlin, helping the U.S. win a silver medal. Three years later, after struggling with depression and one failed suicide attempt, Catlin was found dead in her Stanford residence.
“Everybody puts on such a front,” Dygert explained. “When I think about Kelly and the situation, what that was and what that meant for her family, for her teammates, for the world, it’s like — it’s not like, ‘I can’t do that and be like Kelly,’ but the trauma that caused for everyone around us, I think that was a huge factor. My life does matter. I do matter to people.”
Dygert believes she is in a better place these days. Her fitness is not yet where she wants to be, but the results show she’s on the right track. Optimism abounds not only for worlds but the Paris Games.
“I would never take anything that’s happened in my life back. It’s made me so tough,” Dygert said. “I don’t know how to explain it, but it’s made me a better person, not for any other reason than just the compassion and maybe sympathy I have for a person or someone else. My outlook on things. It’s made me such a better person on and off the bike.
“It’s all part of God’s plan,” she added. “As much as I didn’t agree with it at the time, it was part of the plan.”
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SYDNEY (AP) — The Women’s World Cup is taking shape with shocks and highlights as it nears the end of the group stage. Some players have established themselves as ones to watch, like Colombia star Linda Caicedo, who has made her team one of the tournament surprises. Colombia picked up an upset win over Germany, […]
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SYDNEY (AP) — The Women’s World Cup is taking shape with shocks and highlights as it nears the end of the group stage.
Some players have established themselves as ones to watch, like Colombia star Linda Caicedo, who has made her team one of the tournament surprises. Colombia picked up an upset win over Germany, and Nigeria upset co-host Australia — just two of the games that showed the gap has closed at top level women’s soccer.
But co-host New Zealand was eliminated, and other big teams are in danger of not advancing headed into the final few days of group play.
The Associated Press takes a look at some of the highlights and lowlights so far:
GOAL OF THE TOURNAMENT
There have been a number of contenders and Bia Zaneratto’s strike against Panama after a sweeping move from Brazil stands out as the most complete goal so far.
Ireland’s Katie McCabe scored directly from a corner kick against Canada, and England’s Lauren James curled in a long range effort against Denmark.
Even so, Caicedo’s solo goal in Colombia’s dramatic 2-1 win against Germany is the pick of the bunch. With a flash of skill, she beat two German players in the box before lashing a shot into the top corner as the Sydney crowd dominated by Colombia fans went wild.
MOMENT OF THE TOURNAMENT
It has to be Manuela Vanegas’ late winner for Colombia against Germany. Alexandra Popp seemed to position two-time champion Germany for a draw with an 89th-minute penalty.
But Vanegas’ header in the 97th minute gave Colombia a World Cup upset.
COMEBACK
Norway looked down and out after an opening game loss to co-host New Zealand and a goalless draw against Switzerland. With star player Ada Hegerberg injured, the odds were beginning to stack up against the Norwegians going into their final Group A match against the Philippines.
But three goals within 31 minutes set up a 6-0 rout that saw Norway advance to the knockout rounds in second place. The Norway win knocked New Zealand out of the tournament, making the Football Ferns the first host to be eliminated in group play in tournament history.
EMERGING STARS
Caicedo’s standout performances aren’t a surprise to those who have followed her career. The Real Madrid forward has long-been tipped to be one of the biggest stars in women’s soccer.
She hasn’t disappointed in her first World Cup and has inspired Colombia to back-to-back wins with goals in each game.
England coach Sarina Wiegman unleashed Chelsea forward James from the start in the Lionesses’ second game against Denmark, and she made a quick impression. Collecting the ball outside the area after six minutes, she swept a curling effort past Lene Christensen.
Haiti’s Melchie Dumornay has shown flashes of the talent that earned her a move to French powerhouse Lyon, while 19-year-old Aoba Fujino has become the youngest player to score at a World Cup for Japan’s men’s or women’s teams.
Casey Phair, a 16 year old, became the youngest-ever player to appear in a senior soccer World Cup when she was a second-half substitute for South Korea against Colombia.
DISAPPOINTMENTS
While youngsters have capitalized on their chance to shine, some of the established names have yet to make their mark.
There have been differing reasons for that.
Sam Kerr’s calf injury robbed Australia of its star striker for its opening two games, while Hegerberg’s groin injury has cut her playing time for Norway.
Alex Morgan, who was the co-leading scorer at the last World Cup, is still finding her footing in the United States’ new look attack.
Record international scorer Christine Sinclair was benched for Canada’s second game and is still waiting for her first goal of the tournament, while Brazil great Marta has also been used sparingly.
SURPRISES
New Zealand kicked the tournament off with a 1-0 win against Norway, but couldn’t keep up its momentum and went on to lose by the same score to the Philippines to set up the co-host’s early exit.
Jamaica’s 0-0 draw with fifth-ranked France was described by its coach Lorne Donaldson as the country’s greatest soccer result, for men or women. But the biggest surprise could be yet to come if Jamaica can avoid defeat against Brazil to advance to the round of 16.
Colombia’s dramatic late winner against Germany, meanwhile, was one of the great upsets.
ENTERTAINERS
The goals have been flowing for Spain and Japan, teams that both advanced from the group stage with a game to spare. Both teams secured 5-0 wins against Zambia and both have produced technically excellent displays.
Germany was on a high after its 6-0 rout of Morocco, but was humbled by Colombia.
Sweden routed Italy 5-0, while Norway found its scoring touch just in time against the Philippines.
ONES TO WATCH
Some of the favorites have made underwhelming starts. The two-time defending champion United States, England, Germany and France have not been totally convincing in group play and the tournament still looks wide open.
Colombia looks legitimate, and with Kerr back in action, Australia could become a contender.
The Netherlands look like serious contenders, while Spain and Japan have impressed. Brazil has shown flashes, but faces a fight to advance from the group stage.
Nigeria has shown it is dangerous, and Sweden has picked up back-to-back wins.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Spectators at the DC Open were told before Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina defeated Belarus’ Victoria Azarenka 7-6 (2), 6-4 on Monday night that the players would not shake hands when their first-round match ended. During the war in Ukraine, Svitolina — like several other players from her country — has declined to participate […]
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Spectators at the DC Open were told before Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina defeated Belarus’ Victoria Azarenka 7-6 (2), 6-4 on Monday night that the players would not shake hands when their first-round match ended.
During the war in Ukraine, Svitolina — like several other players from her country — has declined to participate in the usual meeting at the net with opponents from Russia or Belarus. Russia invaded Ukraine with the help of Belarus in February 2022 and fighting continues.
When Svitolina wrapped up her victory Monday, both she and Azarenka walked straight toward the sideline to acknowledge the chair umpire. Folks in the stands applauded; a few waved blue-and-yellow Ukrainian flags.
At other recent tournaments, some fans — seemingly unaware of the background — booed Ukrainian players for not participating in the customary handshake. After losing to Svitolina at Wimbledon, it was Azarenka who was jeered loudly for not going up to the net herself — even though she did so because she knew Svitolina would not want to shake hands.
Svitolina said at the time that she thought it would make sense for tournaments to start informing fans about the situation; the All England Club said it would not do that.
But Svitolina said she was assured by WTA Chairman and CEO Steve Simon that there would be a message delivered to the crowd in Washington before her match against Azarenka — and there was.
The scoreboards read: “At the conclusion of the match, there will be no handshake between the players. We appreciate your respect for both athletes during and following the match, and for your understanding during these difficult circumstances.”
The message was shown after the first set, too.
The WTA has not yet decided whether to tell all tournaments to post a similar message before any match involving a player from Ukraine against one from Russia or Belarus.
In earlier action on Day 1 at the first combined ATP-WTA 500 event, defending champion Liudmila Samsonova stretched her winning streak in Washington to six matches by beating 2022 Australian Open finalist Danielle Collins 6-1, 6-3.
The eighth-seeded Samsonova saved both break points she faced while winning four of Collins’ service games. Collins hurt herself by double-faulting eight times.
Samsonova is a 24-year-old from Russia who is currently ranked 18th. Her trophy on the hard courts of the U.S. Open tune-up tournament a year ago was one of four singles titles she’s won.
In other women’s matches, Lauren Davis eliminated 2017 U.S. Open champion Sloane Stephens 7-6 (8), 3-6, 6-1, sixth-seeded Belinda Bencic advanced when Anastasia Potapova retired in the first set with an injured left ankle, and Marta Kostyuk beat 2019 U.S. Open champion Bianca Andreescu 2-6, 6-3, 7-6 (5).
Sofia Kenin, the Australian Open champion and French Open runner-up in 2019, withdrew from the DC Open because of an injured left thigh and was replaced in the field by Peyton Stearns, who lost in qualifying.
In men’s action, Mackenzie McDonald eliminated Diego Schwartzman 6-3, 6-3, Aslan Karatsev beat Kiranpal Pannu 7-6 (3), 6-1, Alexander Shevchenko defeated Maxime Cressy 6-3, 7-6 (8), Michael Mmoh beat Bradley Klahn 6-3, 6-3, and Yosuke Watanuki moved into the second round when Wu Yibing stopped playing because of illness.
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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations chief on Monday welcomed Kenya’s offer to “positively consider” leading a multinational police force to help combat Haiti’s gangs and improve security in the violence-wracked Caribbean nation. Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry sent an urgent appeal last October for “the immediate deployment of a specialized armed force, in […]
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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations chief on Monday welcomed Kenya’s offer to “positively consider” leading a multinational police force to help combat Haiti’s gangs and improve security in the violence-wracked Caribbean nation.
Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry sent an urgent appeal last October for “the immediate deployment of a specialized armed force, in sufficient quantity” to stop the gangs. U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres has been appealing unsuccessfully since then for a lead nation to help restore order to Latin America’s most impoverished country.
Kenya’s Foreign Ministry said Saturday said its offer includes a commitment to send 1,000 police to help train and assist the Haitian National Police “restore normalcy in the country and protect strategic installations.” The ministry said it was responding to a request from the Friends of Haiti group of nations.
“Kenya stands with persons of African descent across the world, including those in the Caribbean, and aligns with the African Union’s diaspora policy and our own commitment to Pan Africanism, and in this case to `reclaiming of the Atlantic crossing,’” the ministry said.
Haiti’s gangs have grown in power since the July 7, 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse and are now estimated to control up to 80% of the capital. The surge in killings, rapes and kidnappings has led to a violent uprising by civilian vigilante groups.
U.N. deputy spokesman Farhan Haq said Guterres “welcomes Kenya’s positive response to his call” and expresses gratitude to Kenya for its “solidarity.”
The secretary-general calls on the U.N. Security Council to support a non-U.N. multinational operation in Haiti “and encourages member states, particularly from the region, to join forces from Kenya” in supporting the country’s police, Haq said.
Kenya’s Foreign Ministry said its proposed deployment will crystalize once the Security Council adopts a resolution giving a mandate for the force, and other Kenyan constitutional processes are undertaken.
A Kenyan task force plans to undertake an assessment mission to Haiti within the next few weeks which “will inform and guide the mandate and operational requirements of the mission,” it said.
Haiti’s Foreign Minister Jean Victor Généus said: “Haiti appreciates this expression of African solidarity, and looks forward to welcoming Kenya’s proposed evaluation mission in the coming weeks.”
Guterres, who visited Haiti in early July, called afterward for a robust international force to help the Haitian National Police “defeat and dismantle the gangs.”
He said the estimate by the U.N. independent expert for Haiti, William O’Neill, that up to 2,000 additional anti-gang police officers are needed is no exaggeration. O’Neill, who concluded a 10-day trip to Haiti in July, is an American lawyer who has been working on Haiti for over 30 years and helped establish the Haitian National Police in 1995.
The Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution on July 14 asking Guterres to come up with “a full range of options” within 30 days to help combat Haiti’s armed gangs, including a non-U.N. multinational force, a possible U.N. peacekeeping force, additional training for the Haitian National Police and providing support to combat illegal arms trafficking to the country.
Compounding the gang warfare, which has spread outside the capital, is the country’s political crisis: Haiti was stripped of all democratically elected institutions when the terms of the country’s remaining 10 senators expired in early January.
The Security Council resolution, co-sponsored by the United States and Ecuador, “strongly urges” all countries to prohibit the supply, sale or transfer of weapons to anyone supporting gang violence and criminal activities.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke to Kenyan President William Ruto on Monday including about Kenya’s positive consideration to leading a multinational force in Haiti, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said.
The United States takes over the rotating presidency of the U.N. Security Council for August on Tuesday, and Miller said the U.S. and Ecuador, as a first step, are going to introduce a resolution to authorize a non-U.N. multinational mission.
The second step is an assessment mission by Kenya, “which they plan to do in the coming days,” and then there will be talks with other countries about what additional assistance is needed, he said.
“We are committed to finding the resources to support this multinational force,” Miller said. “We’ve been a large humanitarian donor to relief efforts in Haiti for some time, and we have worked behind the scenes to find the lead nation to run this multinational force and are pleased that that has been successful.”
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Ellen Knickmeyer contributed to this report from Washington and Evelyne Musambi from Nairobi
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Angus Cloud, the actor who starred as the drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on the HBO series “Euphoria,” has died. He was 25. Cloud’s publicist, Cait Bailey, said Cloud died Monday at his family home in Oakland, California. No cause of death was given. In a statement, Cloud’s family said goodbye […]
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Angus Cloud, the actor who starred as the drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on the HBO series “Euphoria,” has died. He was 25.
Cloud’s publicist, Cait Bailey, said Cloud died Monday at his family home in Oakland, California. No cause of death was given.
In a statement, Cloud’s family said goodbye to “an artist, a friend, a brother and a son.
“Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss,” the family said. “The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend. Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence.”
“We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone,” his family added.
Cloud hadn’t acted before he was cast in “Euphoria.” He was walking down the street in New York when casting scout Eléonore Hendricks noticed him. Cloud was resistant at first, suspecting a scam. Then casting director Jennifer Venditti met with him and series creator Sam Levinson eventually made him a co-star in the series alongside Zendaya for its first two seasons.
To some, Cloud seemed so natural as Fez that they suspected he was identical to the character — a notion that Cloud pushed back against.
“It does bother me when people are like, ‘It must be so easy! You get to go in and be yourself.’ I’m like, ‘Why don’t you go and do that?’ It’s not that simple,” Cloud told Variety. “I brought a lot to the character. You can believe what you want. It ain’t got nothing to do with me.”
The part made Cloud the breakout star of one the buzziest shows in television. He had a supporting role in his first film, “The Line,” a college drama starring Alex Wolff and John Malkovich that premiered earlier this year at the Tribeca Festival. Cloud was recently cast to co-star in “Scream 6.” He’s also made cameos in music videos for Juice WRLD, Becky G and Karol G.
The third season of “Euphoria” hasn’t yet begun filming.
“There was no one quite like Angus,” Levinson said in a statement. “He was too special, too talented and way too young to leave us so soon. He also struggled, like many of us, with addiction and depression. I hope he knew how many hearts he touched. I loved him. I always will. Rest in peace and God Bless his family.”
HBO said in a statement that Cloud “was immensely talented and a beloved part of the HBO and ‘Euphoria’ family. We extend our deepest condolences to his friends and family during this difficult time.”
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA is listening for any peep from Voyager 2 after losing contact with the spacecraft billions of miles away. Hurtling ever deeper into interstellar space, Voyager 2 has been out of touch ever since flight controllers accidentally sent a wrong command more than a week ago that tilted its antenna […]
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA is listening for any peep from Voyager 2 after losing contact with the spacecraft billions of miles away.
Hurtling ever deeper into interstellar space, Voyager 2 has been out of touch ever since flight controllers accidentally sent a wrong command more than a week ago that tilted its antenna away from Earth. The spacecraft’s antenna shifted a mere 2%, but it was enough to cut communications.
Although it’s considered a long shot, NASA said Monday that its huge dish antenna in Canberra, Australia, is on the lookout for any stray signals from Voyager 2, currently more than 12 billion miles (19 billion kilometers) distant. It takes more than 18 hours for a signal to reach Earth from so far away.
In the coming week, the Canberra antenna — part of NASA’s Deep Space Network — also will bombard Voyager 2’s vicinity with the correct command, in hopes it hits its mark, according to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, which manages the Voyager missions.
Otherwise, NASA will have to wait until October for an automatic spacecraft reset that should restore communication, according to officials.
Voyager 2 was launched in 1977 to explore the outer planets, just a couple weeks ahead of its identical twin, Voyager 1.
Still in touch with Earth, Voyager 1 is now nearly 15 billion miles (24 billion kilometers) away, making it humanity’s most distant spacecraft.
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HONG KONG (AP) — A French man is believed to have fallen to his death from a high-rise residential building in Hong Kong last week, police said on Monday, with local media outlets identifying him as daredevil Remi Lucidi. Police said a 30-year-old man’s body was found on a patio in the city’s upscale Mid-Levels […]
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HONG KONG (AP) — A French man is believed to have fallen to his death from a high-rise residential building in Hong Kong last week, police said on Monday, with local media outlets identifying him as daredevil Remi Lucidi.
Police said a 30-year-old man’s body was found on a patio in the city’s upscale Mid-Levels area. He was believed to have engaged in extreme sports, police said, without identifying him.
Officers conducted an initial investigation and said he apparently fell from a rooftop. No suicide note was found at the scene, they said. The cause of his death would have to be verified by an autopsy, they added.
Local media, including the South China Morning Post, said the man was Lucidi, 30. The Post cited an unnamed source saying he was last seen alive knocking on a penthouse window on the 68th floor of a residential tower on Thursday evening. The Associated Press has not been able to verify his identity.
Lucidi, who used the name “Remi Enigma” on social media, last posted a photo of Hong Kong’s night view a week ago on Instagram and tagged the location as Times Square in shopping district Causeway Bay. The photo appeared to be taken from above.
Supporters mourned him on social media.
Lucidi posted to Instagram as he climbed various tall structures around the world and took selfies, including one he captioned, “Above the Sky, 425m” and tagged Dubai as the location.
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VATICAN CITY (AP) — When Pope Francis made the first foreign trip of his papacy, to Rio de Janeiro for World Youth Day in 2013, he urged young people to make a “mess” in their local churches, to shake things up even if it ruffled the feathers of their bishops. As he embarks this week […]
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VATICAN CITY (AP) — When Pope Francis made the first foreign trip of his papacy, to Rio de Janeiro for World Youth Day in 2013, he urged young people to make a “mess” in their local churches, to shake things up even if it ruffled the feathers of their bishops.
As he embarks this week on another edition of World Youth Day, in Lisbon, Portugal, Francis in many ways has taken his own advice to heart. After 10 years as pope, Francis is accelerating his reform agenda and making revolutionary changes in personnel and policy that are definitely shaking things up.
Unencumbered by the shadow of Pope Benedict XVI, who died seven months ago, and despite recovering from a second intestinal surgery in as many years, the 86-year-old Francis is opening a frenetic second half of the year with his Portugal visit. He seems aware that he has a limited sweet spot of time to solidify the changes he believes are necessary for the 21st century church, and is looking to the next generation of faithful and leaders to execute them.
“The sense I get is that this is the consolidation phase of the pontificate,” said papal biographer Austen Ivereigh. “He’s laying the basis now, laying the ground, for the future.”
And no better place to put it on display than at a World Youth Day. The international rally, which St. John Paul II launched in 1986 to galvanize young Catholics in their faith, is expected to draw up to 1 million people for the first post-pandemic event of its kind. Francis’ perennial social justice concerns about climate change, social inequality and fraternity, as well as Russia’s war in Ukraine, are expected to be major themes.
Beyond Portugal, though, Francis’ multifold strategy for laying the groundwork for the future is coming together and will hit significant marks in the coming months.
His global canvassing of rank-and-file Catholics about their vision for the future comes to fruition this October with a big synod at the Vatican. The meeting is intended to give direction on such hot-button issues as the place of LGBTQ+ Catholics and women in the church, and for the first time will feature women and young people voting on proposals alongside bishops.
“I really think that for Pope Francis, he felt that ‘OK, now it’s mature’ and it would be good really to involve all the members, all the people in the synod as members” with the right to vote, said Sister Nathalie Becquart, who is one of the key synod organizers.
To then implement the vision that emerges from the synod, Francis has been naming a slew of unusually young bishops for key archdioceses — in his native Buenos Aires, Madrid and Brussels, among others. At the same time, he’s elevated several cardinals in their 50s — and in some cases their 40s — including the auxiliary bishop of Lisbon who is organizing World Youth Day.
Putting such young clerics in such important positions ensures a generation’s worth of likeminded leadership in the Vatican and archdioceses around the world. While not all are cookie-cutter proteges of Francis, many are seen as similarly pastorally minded and thus more game to implement his reforms, especially as the older generation of bishops and cardinals dies out.
After Francis is gone, the youngest of these new cardinals will have some three decades’ worth of local leadership and conclave votes to select future popes, suggesting a generational and ideological shift in the church leadership is very much underway.
Francis’ most important young “legacy” appointment was that of the Vatican’s new doctrinal czar, Argentine Cardinal-elect Victor Manuel Fernandez, 61. Francis’ theological ghostwriter ran into Vatican problems in the past over questions about his doctrinal orthodoxy, and his appointment sent shockwaves through the conservative and traditionalist wings of the church.
Fernandez sees his appointment as part of Francis’ longer-term agenda. “He is proposing a more inclusive church, more respectful of different ways of living, even of thinking,” Fernandez said in an interview.
Portuguese Cardinal-elect Americo Aguiar, who is in charge of World Youth Day, is another young churchman who also understands his appointment as part of a generational turning point for the Catholic hierarchy.
At age 49 he will become the second-youngest member of the College of Cardinals when he is installed Sept. 30. He is just six months older than the current youngest cardinal, whom Francis elevated this time last year: Cardinal Giorgio Marengo, head of the church in Mongolia where Francis will travel at the end of August.
“My reading of it is that this has to do with young people, it has to do with youth, it has to do with Portugal, it has to do with World Youth Day, it has to do with all of that,” Aguiar said in an interview. “I think that his objective and his underlining was exactly to send a signal to the young people, to every young person who is preparing the day, whether in Portugal or in the world, to feel identified with this decision.”
Francis said as much in his monthly prayer intentions for August, this time dedicated to the Lisbon event.
“In Lisbon, I would like to see a seed for the world’s future,” Francis said. “A world where love is at the center, where we can sense that we are sisters and brothers.”
His wish in many ways echoed his words at the 2013 World Youth Day in Rio, which now seem prescient in outlining many of the key pastoral messages Francis has emphasized over the past decade. Delivering a spontaneous, off-the-cuff exhortation to a gathering of Argentine pilgrims that was organized at the last minute, Francis urged the young to get out into the streets, spread their faith and “make a mess.”
“I want to see the church get closer to the people,” Francis said then, speaking in his native Spanish. “I want to get rid of clericalism, the mundane, this closing ourselves off within ourselves, in our parishes, schools or structures.”
Realizing the radical nature of his message, Francis apologized to the bishops for what was about to come, even though in the 10 years since, he has only gone further than anyone could have imagined at the time.
“The true reform of the church, you know, is not a revolution bringing something completely from outside,” said Becquart, the French nun, as she reflected on Francis’ agenda. “It’s a path of change that is a way to unfold tradition, but in a very dynamic way.”
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AP reporters Helena Alvez in Lisbon, Portugal, and Almudena Calatrava in Buenos Aires contributed.
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DENVER (KDVR) — Country artist Luke Bryan invited a Denver-area girl backstage after he heard her story.
Mary Stegmueller, 7, has been battling terminal brain cancer since she was 4 years old. She’s a serious Luke Bryan fan, and she really wanted to see his show in Denver on Saturday.
But she is immunocompromised and cannot stand for long durations, so her family thought the concert was off the table until an anonymous donor gave them a private suite for the show.
Her family said they’re unbelievably grateful to the anonymous donor.
Mary got a quick hug from the country star back in 2021 after a concert, but this time, she was hoping for another chance to have a conversation with him.
Country artist Luke Bryan invited a local girl backstage after he heard her story. (Kristin Stegmueller)
Country artist Luke Bryan invited a local girl backstage after he heard her story. (Kristin Stegmueller)
Country artist Luke Bryan invited a local girl backstage after he heard her story. (Kristin Stegmueller)
After Bryan saw FOX31’s story about her wanting to meet him, the family said he invited her backstage for a meet and greet before the show. Photos show Mary hanging out with her country idol, who gave her a hug as they posed for the camera.
Mary begins her 43rd round of radiation on Monday.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Friday issued a proposal to update Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks, calling for a fleet average of 58 mpg, according to its methodology, by 2032—which will equate to a real-world fleet efficiency average of about 43.5 mpg. The proposed rules, […]
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Friday issued a proposal to update Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks, calling for a fleet average of 58 mpg, according to its methodology, by 2032—which will equate to a real-world fleet efficiency average of about 43.5 mpg.
The proposed rules, on which the NHTSA is now taking public comment, call for a 2% annual improvement in fuel efficiency for passenger cars, and a 4% improvement for light trucks, between model years 2027 and 2032. As is always the case with CAFE standards though, the 58-mpg figure in the framework itself represents an array of adjustments built into the rules, as well as the existence of emissions credits automakers can purchase to offset excess emissions.
The proposal also includes a 10% annual improvement in fuel efficiency for commercial pickup trucks and work vans with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or more than 8,500 pounds and less than 14,001 pounds, beginning with the 2030 model year and continuing through the 2035 model year.
U.S. production of Genesis Electrified GV70 in Alabama
If enacted, these fuel-efficiency increases would eliminate the use of 88 billion gallons of gasoline through 2050 and prevent more than 900 million tons of CO2 emissions during that time, according to an NHTSA press release. The emissions reduction would be the equivalent of taking more than 233 million vehicles off the road from 2022 to 2050, according to the agency.
The proposed rules throttle back efficiency increases somewhat. As Reuters points out, NHTSA rules finalized in 2022 for model years 2024-2026 require a fleet average of 49 mpg by 2026, which calls for efficiency increases of 8% in 2024 and 2025 and 10% in 2026.
EPA rules might result in 67% EV sales by 2032. The current rules, EPA suggests, can be met with about 17% EV sales by 2026. The NHTSA and EPA share authority over emissions standards because they overlap in the EPA’s mandate to reduce pollution and the NHTSA’s mandate to administer rules governing new cars sold in the U.S.
How challenging the NHTSA proposal is to automakers, and how it stands versus proposed EPA rules announced earlier this year, depends on the outcome of a controversial factor that digs deep in rulemaking jargon but is especially important this time around. The NHTSA doesn’t directly consider the true efficiency of EVs, incorporating electricity generation, in its rule making, and the federal government is in the process of updating the Petroleum Equivalency Factor (PEF) that governs how EVs are taken into account.
The level of difficulty in meeting future emissions standards will depend to some level on the revised PEF and whether it becomes more representative of reality, which General Motors is opposing.
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GM has also already taken issue with the EPA proposal for the next rule period and what the automaker views as an unrealistic acceleration of the EV market by the end of the decade. GM previously declared an “aspiration” to make all of its light-duty vehicles electric by 2035.
The Natural Resources Defense Council lauded the new standards and called them important to low-income drivers. But several other environmental groups, including the Union of Concerned Scientists and the Center for Biological Diversity spoke up on Friday to suggest that the NHTSA rules could be stronger to support the EPA rules recently released. Consumer Reports suggested that the new rules could go farther, and it pointed to a nationally representative survey it conducted in 2022 suggesting that fuel economy is “very important” or “extremely important” to 70% of American drivers. It also noted that strong CAFE rules will help assure that automakers make their EVs as efficient as possible.
After some negotiation, the NHTSA and EPA are usually in alignment on proposed emissions rules. In practice, if there’s more of a difference between them this time around, it might allow any remaining internal-combustion vehicles to be lower in their fuel efficiency than the EPA rules would permit—especially if EV volumes prove to be higher than assumed by rulemaking. But much is yet to be determined in the details and how this NHTSA proposal carries into a final rule.
with additional reporting by Bengt Halvorson
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The New York Mets are paying Texas $35.51 million over the next 14 months as part of the Max Scherzer trade, leaving the Rangers in effect responsible for $22.5 million owed to the three-time Cy Young Award winner, according to details of the deal obtained by The Associated Press. New York, just 50-55 despite a […]
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The New York Mets are paying Texas $35.51 million over the next 14 months as part of the Max Scherzer trade, leaving the Rangers in effect responsible for $22.5 million owed to the three-time Cy Young Award winner, according to details of the deal obtained by The Associated Press.
New York, just 50-55 despite a record-high payroll, has cut costs by nearly $26 million in pay and luxury tax this year by getting rid of Scherzer and reliever David Robertson ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline. The Mets have offloaded just over $13.5 million in salary, resulting in an additional tax saving of about $12.15 million.
Texas acquired Scherzer on Sunday for minor league infielder Luisangel Acuña, a brother of Atlanta All-Star outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. Scherzer’s cost to the Rangers is $10 million this year and $12.5 million in 2024.
The Rangers assumed responsibility for the 39-year-old right-hander’s salary on Monday, when he was owed $58.01 million for the remainder of a $130 million, three-year contract he agreed to before the 2022 season.
Of the $14.67 million left of Scherzer’s $43.33 million salary for this season’s final 64 days, the Mets will pay Texas $4.67 million in four installments of $1.16 million on Aug. 15 and 31 and Sept. 15 and 30.
Scherzer gets a $43.33 million salary next season in the final year of the deal. The Mets will pay the Rangers $30.83 million in 12 installments of $2.56 million on the 15th and final day of each month from April 2024 through September 2024.
New York’s payroll rose to a projected $365 million after it acquired reliever Trevor Gott from Seattle on July 3, and the Mets’ luxury tax payroll increased to about $385 million. That was on track for a tax of about $95 million.
When the Mets traded Robertson to Miami last week, the Marlins assumed $3.54 million remaining of Robertson’s $10 million salary.
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Which kids bento boxes are best?
Bento boxes are of Japanese origin and have been used for centuries by adults and kids alike. They are becoming a popular choice for kids lunch boxes across the country due to their simplicity, aesthetic and convenience. You can definitely pack your kid a smile-inducing lunch consisting of all their favorite foods if you swap them over to one. We tested our top pick, the Bentgo Kids Lunch Box, and have all the insights you need below.
Shop this article: Bentgo Kids Lunch Box, Munchkin Bento Box and Kinsho Bento Box for Kids.
Kids bento boxes vs. bento boxes for adults
Like traditional lunch boxes, bento boxes for kids come in a variety of fun styles and colors. They are great for inspiring a sense of wonder or style in your child. Plus, kids’ bento boxes are extra convenient for parents because the compartments are smaller to help gauge food portions. Kids bento boxes are also often easier to clean and dishwasher-safe.
Number of compartments
When picking any bento box, look out for how many compartments it contains. Depending on how much food your child normally eats, you can pick a bento box with fewer or more compartments. Be on the lookout for bento boxes with versatile compartments too, such as a compartment for soup. A more versatile bento box can lead to a happier kid, as you can accommodate their favorite foods.
What to look for in a quality kids bento box
Durability: As with buying anything for a child, make sure the bento box is durable. Most boxes for kids are drop-proof and come with rubber padding around the exterior.
As with buying anything for a child, make sure the bento box is durable. Most boxes for kids are drop-proof and come with rubber padding around the exterior. Leakproof: Most pack their kid’s bento box in a school bag. To do this without worrying, find a leakproof bento box. No matter what type of food you pack for your child’s lunch, a leakproof lid and a tight seal give you peace of mind.
Most pack their kid’s bento box in a school bag. To do this without worrying, find a leakproof bento box. No matter what type of food you pack for your child’s lunch, a leakproof lid and a tight seal give you peace of mind. Separate compartments: Many kids are picky eaters that don’t appreciate their foods mingling together. Bento boxes, by nature, contain several compartments meant to keep food fresh and separate. However, some boxes have a bit of space between the walls of the compartments and the lid. This can allow food to slosh around a bit.
Many kids are picky eaters that don’t appreciate their foods mingling together. Bento boxes, by nature, contain several compartments meant to keep food fresh and separate. However, some boxes have a bit of space between the walls of the compartments and the lid. This can allow food to slosh around a bit. Easy to clean: Kids are notoriously messy eaters, so you want a bento box that’s easy to clean. Most are dishwasher-safe, but some plastic bento boxes can stain and retain residual odors over time, or warp in the dishwasher.
Kids are notoriously messy eaters, so you want a bento box that’s easy to clean. Most are dishwasher-safe, but some plastic bento boxes can stain and retain residual odors over time, or warp in the dishwasher. Cost: Kids bento boxes can range from $20-$35.
Kids bento box FAQ
Do kids bento boxes keep food warm?
A. Most bento boxes for kids don’t retain heat. If you want to ensure that your child has a warm lunch, consider buying a stainless steel bento box from a trusted bento brand such as Zojirushi.
Are kids bento boxes dishwasher-safe?
A. Most are, but check the manufacturer’s instructions before putting one in the dishwasher. Some are only top-rack safe. Others have attached parts that aren’t machine washable.
Best kids bento box
Bentgo Kids Lunch Box
What you need to know: We tested this product and found it the top choice for parents of younger kids.
What you’ll love: Our tester found the seal to be strong enough to stay closed but not so strong that a toddler can’t get it opened. It has five compartments of varying sizes and our tester’s child loved the designs. It’s dishwasher-safe.
What you should consider: Our tester found some slight leakage when only water was inside. But, it’s leakproof against thicker liquids such as sauces.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best kids bento box for the money
Munchkin Bento Box
What you need to know: This plastic bento from Munchkin is great for kids aged 6-8.
What you’ll love: This bento box is durable and comes in a few different color options.
What you should consider: Some parents have said that this box is too heavy for younger toddlers to use.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Kinsho Bento Box for Kids
What you need to know: This bento box from Kinsho is a solid option for kids of all ages thanks to its handy, leakproof lid.
What you’ll love: This set includes two stackable bento boxes with three compartments each, so a grand total of six compartments for food. They are durable and the leakproof lid works well.
What you should consider: These are marketed as dishwasher safe, but should be hand washed. The lid’s seal is strong and may be difficult for younger kids to open on their own.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Churchill Downs will implement safety measures for its September meet including new track surface maintenance equipment and additional monitoring and equine care following 12 horse deaths before and after the Kentucky Derby that spurred suspension of its spring meet. Racing is scheduled to resume Sept. 14 and run through Oct. 1 […]
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Churchill Downs will implement safety measures for its September meet including new track surface maintenance equipment and additional monitoring and equine care following 12 horse deaths before and after the Kentucky Derby that spurred suspension of its spring meet.
Racing is scheduled to resume Sept. 14 and run through Oct. 1 at the historic track, which paused racing operations on June 7 to conduct an internal safety review following the spate of horse deaths from racing or training injuries. Seven died in the days leading up to the 149th Derby on May 6, including two in races preceding the premier event.
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority recommended suspending the remainder of the meet, which moved to Ellis Park in western Kentucky. Training continued at Churchill Downs during the investigation, and a release on Monday stated that while industry experts found no issues with the racing surfaces, the track invested in new maintenance equipment. It will also double the frequency of surface testing among infrastructure upgrades.
Churchill Downs Inc. CEO Bill Carstanjen said the track’s commitment to safety “remains paramount” in the release and added, “our participants, fans and the public can be assured that we will continue to investigate, evaluate and improve upon every policy and protocol.”
The announcement comes days after Carstanjen said racing would resume this fall with no changes and called the deaths “a series of unfortunate circumstances” in an earnings call with CDI investors.
Churchill Downs veterinarians will receive additional resources for specialized horse care and to assist in pre-race inspections and entry screening, the release added. The track will work with HISA and industry experts to predict at-risk horses through advanced analytic techniques.
A safety management committee including horsemen, track employees and veterinarians will also be created.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs need look no further than last season’s playoffs, and the sight of Patrick Mahomes hobbling to the sideline against the Jacksonville Jaguars with a high ankle sprain, to understand the importance in protecting their quarterback. Yet oddly enough, they were OK watching both of their starting […]
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs need look no further than last season’s playoffs, and the sight of Patrick Mahomes hobbling to the sideline against the Jacksonville Jaguars with a high ankle sprain, to understand the importance in protecting their quarterback.
Yet oddly enough, they were OK watching both of their starting offensive tackles leave in free agency.
The big blow was the departure of left tackle Orlando Brown Jr., for whom the Chiefs paid the Ravens handsomely in a trade, when the two sides failed to reach an agreement on a long-term deal.
But nearly as painful was the loss of right tackle Andrew Wylie, who had gone from an afterthought fighting for a job to one of the more reliable players along the offensive line.
Rarely do the Chiefs make such moves without a plan, though. General manager Brett Veach acted quickly to sign ex-Tampa Bay tackle Donovan Smith to handle the left side and former Jacksonville tackle Jawaan Taylor to handle the right, then Veach used a third-round pick on Oklahoma’s Wanya Morris to create instant competition at both positions.
So far, Chiefs coach Andy Reid — an old offensive line coach — has liked what he’s seen.
“You’re never sure exactly what you’re going to get there,” Reid said, “but they’re competing and that’s important. That’s an important part of this, that you’re able to push through these practices, run and pass. I like the way they work their game.”
The decision to put Mahomes’ health in the hands of Smith and Taylor is a gamble, though. Neither of them graded out particularly well last season, depending on the metric you use, though both of them have shown flashes of high-level play in the past.
Smith, for example, ranked No. 66 among 81 offensive tackles by Pro Football Focus. Taylor was just one spot better.
But the Chiefs have established a track record of unlocking the potential in relatively unheralded players, particularly along the offensive line, where assistant coach Andy Heck is among the best in the business.
Wylie is a prime example: He was undrafted out of Eastern Michigan and wound up earning two Super Bowl rings in Kansas City before signing with Washington.
“All of us have played a lot of football and a lot of big games, tough games,” Taylor said. “We’re all smart mentally, physically. It’s just more so we’re tying in each and every individual aspect of who we are and how we play and tying it together and figuring out what works, what meshes. You know, just the many things we bring to the table per guy I would say is our strength.”
Another strength is having one of the best interior offensive lines in the NFL. Left guard Joe Thuney is considered one of the top five in the league at his position, right guard Trey Smith is likewise considered a top-tier guard, and center Creed Humphrey was picked for the Pro Bowl in just his second season in the league.
It also helps having Mahomes calling out the signals.
“Just a great leader man. He brings that energy every day, you know? He holds everybody accountable,” Donovan Smith said. “You mess up, we are going to redo it. Even in the walk-throughs and the learning periods, we always slow it down and we get to learn the offense. That’s been helping me a lot with the walk-throughs and learning the things they like doing here.”
The Chiefs were fortunate to overcome Mahomes’ ankle injury in the playoffs. He returned in the second half to lead them past Jacksonville in the divisional round, and he hobbled through an AFC title game-thriller against Cincinnati, before hurting the ankle again in the Super Bowl — and then leading the Chiefs past Philadelphia for the Lombardi Trophy.
The pressure is on the Chiefs’ new offensive tackles to prevent the same such stress this season.
NOTES: RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire returned to practice Monday after missing the previous two with an illness. … TE Jody Fortson (shoulder), WR Kadarius Toney (knee) and DE Mike Danna (calf) were among those that remained out. P Tommy Townsend also spent time in the medical tent, though no reason was given by the Chiefs. … DT Chris Jones continued his holdout. He has been fined $50,000 for each day missed, which brings the total to $550,000. … The Chiefs had a short practice Monday after three consecutive workouts in pads. They are off Tuesday before resuming camp Wednesday.
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Hiking sunglasses
If you’re gearing up for some hiking this season, one thing you may not have considered is your sunglasses. As a vital and delicate part of your body, your eyes should be protected when out in the elements. Eyewear can make all the difference, and finding the right pair of sunglasses depends on the type of hiking you do and where you plan to do it.
Rough terrain, harsh climates, and glare from intense sun rays can significantly impact your vision. Plus, sunglasses should fit like a glove to avoid sliding down your nose — that’s never fun! Above all, comfort and reliability are essential.
Shop this article: Oakley Men’s FLAK 2.0 XL Sunglasses, Maui Jim Women’s Starfish Cat-Eye Sunglasses and Julbo Explorer 2.0 Mountaineering Glacier Sunglasses
Hiking sunglasses considerations
To find your hiking sunglasses match, ask yourself about the kind of hiking you’ll most likely be doing and what you value most. Are you a long-distance day hiker? A trail runner? Will you be dealing with snow? Are style and budget priorities?
With this in mind, consider the following factors that go into finding your next best pair of sunglasses for hiking. In no particular order, here’s a checklist of things to consider before making a purchase.
Hiking sunglasses weight
If you’re going on full-day hikes, you might notice a heavy pair of glasses on your face after a while. Choosing something lightweight but durable is key.
Hiking sunglasses comfort
For the same reason as the weight factor, you’ll want frames that are comfortable and fit your face right when you’re wearing them all day long. Behind your ears and on the bridge of your nose are vital spots to pay attention to.
Frame quality and construction
You need a robust and durable frame that can withstand wear and tear when you’re out in the wilderness. Look for metal frames or those made of newer materials like strong plastics and nylon alloys.
Lens quality and material
As with frames, your sunglasses’ lens quality is super important. Make sure your lenses are anti-scratch. Lenses come in all sorts of materials that offer different degrees of resistance to scratches and other impacts.
Polarized lenses
To avoid protection from direct sun rays and the glare from their reflection on snow or water, you’ll want to look for lenses that are polarized.
Hiking sunglasses UV protection
It’s pretty common knowledge that the sun’s UV rays are harmful and make it difficult to see what’s in front of you. If you’re hiking for more than a couple of hours, you’ll need UV protection on your eyes.
Hiking sunglasses price
Everyone has a budget. But, a cheap pair of fashion glasses won’t get you far on the trails, and you might be missing certain features before too long. You’re better off investing in a high-quality pair that will last for the long haul.
Hiking sunglasses brands
If you buy from a reputable, well-established and reliable brand of sunglasses, you’re sure to get a higher quality product. Ask around, read reviews and think about your own experience with a brand before pulling the trigger.
Hiking sunglasses styles
Some of us let style dictate our apparel purchases, and nothing says we must sacrifice function for it. Hiking sunglasses come in plenty of styles to choose from, so you won’t need to worry about compromising your taste.
Value adds
Some hiking sunglasses come with extra components that redirect sweat away from your eyes or guard your eyes against small bits of dirt and dust that you often find on trails.
Now that you know what features are important to you in hiking sunglasses, it’s time to shop! Here are our top picks for the best pairs, wherever your outdoor adventures take you.
Best sunglasses for hiking
Oakley Men’s FLAK 2.0 XL Sunglasses
You’ll see more clearly and sharply with these Oakley shades, featuring High Definition Optics that eliminates distortion. Comfortable, lightweight and durable, the lenses are optically aligned for the best fit and experience.
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Maui Jim Peahi Wrap Sunglasses
This scratch-resistant polarized Maui Jim sunglasses come with a UV protection coating. The neutral grey lenses enhance colors and are glare-free and light-reducing – perfect in direct and bright sunlight.
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Julbo Explorer 2.0 Mountaineering Glacier Sunglasses
These wide-coverage sunglasses from Julbo are perfect for the outdoors. Ergonomic, comfortable, ventilated, slim and stylish, they come with removable shields for sunlight protection, 360-degree adjustable temples and high-protection lenses — all designed for extreme conditions on or off the mountain.
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Oakley Gascan OO9014 Sunglasses For Men
These non-polarized, mirror-coated lenses are best for easier trails at lower elevations in mild conditions. They bring colors to life, so you can fully enjoy the world around you. The included accessory leash and cleaning kits are nice touches.
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Maui Jim Women’s Starfish Cat-Eye Sunglasses
Maui Jim’s Starfish polarized sunglasses stylishly and comfortably protect you from glare and UV rays while enhancing the colors and vibrancy of the great outdoors. Lightweight yet durable, these sunglasses come with skinny, neutral grey and scratch-resistant glass lenses that reduce light.
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Ray-Ban Outdoorsman Craft Aviator Sunglasses
If you’re a fan of the old-school aviator sunglass style, you’ll love this hiking version from Ray-Ban. Made with a metal frame and polarized crystal lenses that are prescription-ready, these shades offer UV protection and come with a case.
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Costa Del Mar Men’s Blackfin Sunglasses
If you’re looking for quality, durable sunglasses for hiking, this comfortable and lightweight pair from Costa has you covered. Their blue-mirrored polarized, scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses are ideal for bright sunlight and reflection off the water. They’re UV-protected, too.
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Maui Jim Haleakala Wrap Sunglasses
Bring your hiking experience up a notch with the stylish Haleakala polarized sunglasses from Maui Jim. The glare-free lenses come with a UV protection coating and enhance the colors around you. Durable, lightweight and resistant to shatters and scratches, these comfortable shades are perfect for the trail.
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Oakley Men’s Twoface Sunglasses
Offering total UV protection, these light and comfy Oakley shades are made with a stress-resistant frame that lasts and resists deforming or shifting over time. The three-point lens fit means lenses are aligned in place. It comes with a handy micro bag for cleaning and storing.
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Native Eyewear Catamount Sunglasses
Native’s Catamount shades are perfect for the trails, with their polarized polycarbonate brown lenses that impeccably contrast detail. Your eyes will stay protected from harsh UV rays and glare from the sun. These glasses are super lightweight and shatter and scratch-resistant, too.
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Oakley Women’s Lowkey Round Sunglasses
These cute, round frames for women offer complete UV protection. Their lightweight, polarized plutonite lenses give maximum contrast, comfort and impact protection. You can choose from numerous frame and lens colors to stand out on the trails!
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Costa Del Mar Men’s Rincon Rectangular Sunglasses
If you’re a hiker with a simple and elegant style, this pair’s for you. The Rincon glasses feature comfort, clear optics and durability in their thin six-layer, scratch-resistant polarized lenses.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI should stop using a U.S. spy database of foreigners’ emails and other communications for investigating crimes that aren’t related to national security, a group of White House intelligence advisers recommended in a report released Monday. The President’s Intelligence Advisory Board’s findings come as the White House pushes Congress to renew […]
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI should stop using a U.S. spy database of foreigners’ emails and other communications for investigating crimes that aren’t related to national security, a group of White House intelligence advisers recommended in a report released Monday.
The President’s Intelligence Advisory Board’s findings come as the White House pushes Congress to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act before its expiration at the end of this year. U.S. intelligence officials say Section 702 enables investigations of Chinese and Russian espionage, potential terrorist plots, and other threats.
But spy agencies also end up capturing the communications of U.S. citizens and businesses, and a series of intelligence mistakes at the FBI has fanned bipartisan criticism of the bureau that has shaped the debate over renewing the law. Some lawmakers in both parties and civil liberties groups have called for stronger curbs on how the FBI uses foreign surveillance to search for Americans’ data.
While the White House did not commit to accepting the recommended changes, administration officials on Monday praised the board’s work and again called on Congress to reauthorize the surveillance program. The board argues in its report that Section 702 is critical to U.S. national security and suggests that allowing the program to lapse would be an “intelligence failure” and a step backward from changes made after the Sept. 11 attacks.
The board says the FBI made “inappropriate use” at times of Section 702 information. Those include queries for a U.S. senator and state senator’s names without properly limiting the search, looking for someone believed to have been at the Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection and doing large queries of names of protesters following the 2020 death of George Floyd.
“Unfortunately, complacency, a lack of proper procedures, and the sheer volume of Section 702 activity led to FBI’s inappropriate use of Section 702 authorities, specifically U.S. person queries,” the board said in its report. “U.S. person queries” generally mean searches for U.S. citizens and businesses.
The board recommends the FBI no longer search the data when it is seeking evidence of a crime not related to national security. Currently, the FBI conducts fewer than two dozen such searches a year, a senior administration official told reporters Monday. The official spoke on condition of anonymity under ground rules set by the White House.
The White House has not decided whether it will accept the recommendation but is studying the board’s work and report, the official said.
The board’s report largely lines up with the White House’s positions on other changes being debated in Congress. The board opposed requiring the FBI to obtain a warrant before it searches Section 702 data, saying that change would be impractical. It also says the FBI needs to maintain access to foreign spy collection because unlike other intelligence agencies, it has law enforcement authorities inside the U.S. and can warn Americans that they are being targeted by foreign spies or criminals.
Already, both Republicans and Democrats have called for broader changes affecting the FBI, including a handful of lawmakers in both parties who want to require warrants for any search.
Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., sharply questioned Assistant Attorney General Matt Olsen in June about how it searches Section 702 data and signaled he would push for new protections.
“I don’t think you’ve effectively made the case that there shouldn’t be a warrant requirement, whether or not it is constitutionally required, for a U.S. person search that is crime only,” he said.
Many in the GOP, meanwhile, are furious about the FBI’s investigations of former President Donald Trump and mistakes found by the Justice Department inspector general and other reviewers.
In a statement, the FBI said the report highlighted “how crucial” foreign intelligence was to the bureau’s mission.
“We agree that Section 702 should be reauthorized in a manner that does not diminish its effectiveness, as well as reassures the public of its importance and our ability to adhere rigorously to all relevant rules,” the bureau’s statement said.
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Building sandcastles is the quintessential beach activity. Get the right supplies to build incredible sandcastles with your kids.
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Let’s get building
Building sandcastles is the quintessential beach activity for kids of all ages and a cherished pastime for many adults. Kids run back and forth from the water to the beach, gathering their beach toys and dumping buckets of sand. It’s fun to watch the little ones attempt their masterpiece, but nothing’s better than them asking for help building the ultimate sandcastle.
Most adults have years of experience building sandcastles with a realistic tower and maybe even a moat. These skills honed from your own childhood and the right supplies are sure to impress the kids in your household today.
Shop this article: Hape Beach Essential Sand Toy Set, Matty’s Toy Stop 16.5″ Wooden Mini Sand Shovels and Top Race Collapsible Bucket.
Design your masterpiece
If you have a bit of a drive to get to the beach, start designing your sandcastle. Ask everyone about their favorite part of a castle and try to incorporate each element. Figure out if it will be a single structure or multiple buildings. Does everyone have their own job, or is everyone helping with all the components? Once you iron out the details, you can get started as soon as you arrive.
Find the perfect location
There’s nothing worse than a wave knocking down your nearly-finished sandcastle, so be sure to pick the perfect location. Find somewhere far enough away from the waves but close enough that you’re not transporting water too far. Also, keep the weather in mind. If it’s too hot and sunny, set up a beach tent or beach umbrella to avoid sunburns.
Create the foundation
The foundation, or base, of your sandcastle is the most crucial component since it supports the entire structure. To build a solid foundation, build up a mound of sand as tall as you want your castle. The key is to ensure your sand is saturated with water and that it’s tightly packed. So, add sand, dump water, pack it down and repeat until you reach your desired height.
Start from the top
Now it’s time to start carving out your basic structure with a plastic knife or putty knife. The key to this step is to start from the top since the sand will fall on everything below. A paintbrush makes a great tool if sand falls on a tight area. Also, carve away the sand in thin layers. You can always take away more sand, but it’s hard to add.
Add details
Once you have the main structure, start adding details such as stairs, a tower roof, windows or a brick pattern. During this final step, opt for smaller tools such as a tiny paintbrush or the thinnest putty knife.
Products you need to build next-level sandcastles
Hape Beach Essential Sand Toy Set
This set includes a smoother tool, a shaper tool and a digging paw. All pieces use high-quality plastic free of bisphenol A, polyvinyl chloride and phthalates. With an included mesh carrying bag, it’s a breeze to carry to the beach and clean up after a day of building.
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Matty’s Toy Stop 16.5″ Wooden Mini Sand Shovels
Sand is the most important part of a sandcastle, and these shovels help you gather more sand faster. It has four shovels in unique colors, so there’s no fighting over sharing. The 16.5-inch length is perfect for the beach, and the wooden handle is durable enough to handle big building jobs.
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Top Race Collapsible Bucket
Kids can’t haul huge buckets of water back and forth. These half-gallon pails are perfect for letting the little one enjoy the sandcastle building. They are collapsible and foldable into three unique sizes or to about 1 inch thick for storage. They’re also dishwasher-safe.
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Hape Beach Toy Hand Digger
Building sandcastles is about having fun and getting dirty, and this hand digger is the perfect way for kids to enjoy themselves. The deep scoop is great for digging deep holes or transporting water and is usable by kids as young as 1 year old. It’s made of child-safe materials and a nontoxic finish.
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Pro Grade Paintbrush Set
If you’ve ever seen a professional sandcastle competition, you’ve probably noticed an array of supplies. This includes a paintbrush, which is a versatile and ideal tool for brushing off extra sand or adding a smooth finish to your castle. This set comes in five sizes to tackle any job.
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Add Mark Jackson to the list of ESPN reporters and commentators who have been laid off over the past five weeks.
Jackson was let go on Monday with two years remaining on his contract. With Jeff Van Gundy also being laid off in late June, ESPN is expected to replace them with Doris Burke and Doc Rivers, two people close to the move told The Associated Press.
They spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because they aren’t at liberty to publicly discuss personnel moves.
Burke and Rivers would join Mike Breen on ESPN and ABC’s top NBA broadcast crew.
Burke would be the first woman to serve as a game analyst for the NBA Finals on television. She has called the finals on ESPN Radio since 2020 and has been an analyst on ESPN’s NBA games since 2017.
Rivers, who was fired as coach of the Philadelphia 76ers in May, called games on ESPN during the 2003-04 season.
Jackson first joined ESPN in 2006 before leaving in 2011 to take the head coaching job with the Golden State Warriors. He returned to the network in May 2014 after being fired by the Warriors.
Van Gundy had been the network’s top NBA analyst since 2007 and recently called a record 17th NBA Finals. Breen, Van Gundy and Jackson called 15 finals together.
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ATLANTA (AP) — A Georgia prosecutor is expected to seek a grand jury indictment in the coming weeks in her investigation into efforts by Donald Trump and his Republican allies to overturn the then-president’s 2020 election loss. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis began investigating more than two years ago, shortly after a recording was […]
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ATLANTA (AP) — A Georgia prosecutor is expected to seek a grand jury indictment in the coming weeks in her investigation into efforts by Donald Trump and his Republican allies to overturn the then-president’s 2020 election loss.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis began investigating more than two years ago, shortly after a recording was released of a January 2021 phone call Trump made to Georgia’s secretary of state.
Willis has strongly hinted that any indictment would come between Monday and Aug. 18. One of two grand juries seated July 11 is expected to hear the case.
If Trump is indicted by a Georgia grand jury, it would add to a growing list of legal troubles as he campaigns for president. Trump is set to go to trial in New York in March to face state charges related to hush money payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign. And he has another trial scheduled for May on federal charges related to his handling of classified documents. He has pleaded not guilty in those cases.
The Justice Department is also investigating Trump’s role in trying to halt the certification of 2020 election results in the run-up to the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol. Trump said he’s been told he’s a target of that investigation, which likely has some overlap with the one in Georgia.
An attempt by Trump to derail the Georgia case suffered a setback on Monday when a judge rejected his request to bar Willis from prosecuting him and to toss out the final report of an investigative special grand jury that had been seated to aid the investigation. A similar motion to be heard by a different judge is set for a hearing next week.
Details of the Georgia investigation that have become public have fed speculation that Willis, a Democrat, is building a case under the Georgia Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, which would allow her to charge numerous people in a potentially wide-ranging scheme.
Here are six investigative threads Willis and her team have explored:
THE PHONE CALLS
The Georgia investigation was prompted by the Jan. 2, 2021, phone call Trump made to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, a fellow Republican. Trump suggested the state’s top elections official could help “find” the votes needed to put him ahead of Democrat Joe Biden in the state.
“All I want to do is this: I just want to find 11,780 votes, which is one more than we have,” Trump is heard saying on a recording of the call, which was leaked to news outlets. “Because we won the state.”
Trump has insisted he did nothing wrong and has repeatedly said the call was “perfect.”
Trump also called other top state officials in his quest to overturn his 2020 election loss, including Gov. Brian Kemp, then-House Speaker David Ralston, Attorney General Chris Carr and the top investigator in the secretary of state’s office.
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican, also called Raffensperger shortly after the November election. Raffensperger said at the time that Graham asked whether he had the power to reject certain absentee ballots, which Raffensperger has said he interpreted as a suggestion to toss out legally cast votes.
Graham has denied wrongdoing, saying he just wanted to learn about the signature verification process.
FAKE ELECTORS
Biden won Georgia by a margin of fewer than 12,000 votes. Just over a month after the election, on Dec. 14, 2020, a group 16 Georgia Democratic electors met in the Senate chamber at the state Capitol to cast the state’s Electoral College votes for him. They each marked paper ballots that were counted and confirmed by a voice roll call.
That day, in a committee meeting room at the Capitol, 16 prominent Georgia Republicans — a lawmaker, activists and party officials — met to sign a certificate falsely stating that Trump had won and declaring themselves the state’s “duly elected and qualified” electors. They sent that certificate to the National Archives and the U.S. Senate.
Georgia was one of seven battleground states that Trump lost where Republican fake electors signed and submitted similar certificates. Trump allies in the U.S. House and Senate used those certificates to argue for delaying or blocking the certification of the election during a joint session of Congress.
Prosecutors in Fulton County have said in court filings that they believe Trump associates worked with state Republicans to coordinate and execute the plan.
The multi-state effort was ultimately unsuccessful. Despite public pressure from Trump and his supporters, then-Vice President Mike Pence refused on Jan. 6, 2021, to introduce the unofficial pro-Trump electors. After the attack on the U.S. Capitol put a violent halt to the certification process, lawmakers certified Biden’s win in the early hours of Jan. 7, 2021.
At least eight of the fake electors have since reached immunity deals with Willis’ team. And a judge last summer barred Willis from prosecuting another one, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, because of a conflict of interest.
FALSE CLAIMS OF ELECTION FRAUD
Republican state lawmakers held several hearings at the Georgia Capitol in December 2020 to examine alleged problems with the November election. During those meetings, former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani and other Trump allies made unproven claims of widespread election fraud.
They alleged that election workers tallying absentee ballots at State Farm Arena in Atlanta had told outside observers to leave and then pulled out “suitcases” of unlawful ballots and began scanning them. The Trump allies played clips of surveillance video from the arena to support their allegations. State and federal officials investigated and said there was no evidence of election fraud at the site.
Some Trump allies also said thousands of people who were ineligible — including people convicted of felonies, people under the age of 18, people who had voted in another state — had cast votes in Georgia. The secretary of state’s office has debunked those claims.
ALLEGED ATTEMPTS TO PRESSURE ELECTION WORKER
Two of the election workers seen in the State Farm Arena surveillance video, Ruby Freeman and her daughter Wandrea “Shaye” Moss, said they faced relentless harassment online and in person as a result of the allegations made by Trump and his allies.
Giuliani last week conceded that statements he made about the two election workers were false.
In a bizarre episode detailed by prosecutors in court filings, a woman traveled from Chicago to Georgia and met with Freeman on Jan. 4, 2021. The woman initially said she wanted to help Freeman but then warned that Freeman could go to prison and tried to pressure her into falsely confessing to committing election fraud, prosecutors wrote in court filings last year.
ELECTION EQUIPMENT ACCESSED
Trump-allied lawyer Sidney Powell and others hired a computer forensics team to copy data and software on election equipment in Coffee County, some 200 miles (322 kilometers) southeast of Atlanta, according to invoices, emails, security video and deposition testimony produced in response to subpoenas in a long-running lawsuit.
The county Republican Party chair at the time — who also served as a fake elector — greeted them when they arrived at the local elections office on Jan. 7, 2021, and some county elections officials were also on hand during the daylong visit. The secretary of state’s office has said this amounted to “alleged unauthorized access” of election equipment and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into it at the secretary of state’s request.
Two other men who have been active in efforts to question the 2020 election results also visited Coffee County later that month and spent hours inside.
U.S. ATTORNEY RESIGNATION
U.S. Attorney BJay Pak, the top federal prosecutor in Atlanta, abruptly resigned two days after Trump called Raffensperger and a day after a recording of that call was made public. During that conversation, Trump called Pak a “never-Trumper,” implying that he didn’t support the president.
In December 2020, then-U.S. Attorney General William Barr asked Pak to investigate allegations by Giuliani and other Trump allies of widespread election fraud. Pak, who had been appointed by Trump in 2017, reported back that he had found no evidence of such fraud.
In August 2021, Pak told the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, which was investigating Trump’s post-election actions, that he resigned on Jan. 4, 2021, after learning from Department of Justice officials that Trump did not believe enough was being done to investigate allegations of election fraud and wanted him gone as U.S. attorney.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Trucking company Yellow Corp. has shut down operations and is headed for a bankruptcy filing, according to the Teamsters Union and multiple media reports. After years of financial struggles, reports of Yellow preparing for bankruptcy emerged last week — as the Nashville, Tennessee-based trucker saw customers leave in large numbers. Yellow […]
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NEW YORK (AP) — Trucking company Yellow Corp. has shut down operations and is headed for a bankruptcy filing, according to the Teamsters Union and multiple media reports.
After years of financial struggles, reports of Yellow preparing for bankruptcy emerged last week — as the Nashville, Tennessee-based trucker saw customers leave in large numbers. Yellow shut down operations on Sunday, according to the Wall Street Journal, following the layoffs of hundreds of nonunion employees on Friday.
In an announcement early Monday, the Teamsters said that the union received legal notice confirming Yellow was ceasing operations and filing for bankruptcy.
“Today’s news is unfortunate but not surprising. Yellow has historically proven that it could not manage itself despite billions of dollars in worker concessions and hundreds of millions in bailout funding from the federal government,” Teamsters general president Sean O’Brien said in a statement. “This is a sad day for workers and the American freight industry.”
The Associated Press reached out to Yellow for comment on Monday. No bankruptcy filings had gone live as of the early morning.
The bankruptcy reports have renewed attention around Yellow’s ongoing negotiations with unionized workers, a $700 million pandemic-era loan from the government and other bills the trucker has racked up over time. Yellow, formerly known as YRC Worldwide Inc., is one of the nation’s largest less-than-truckload carriers. The company’s reported closure puts 30,000 jobs at risk.
Here’s what you need to know.
WHAT WOULD BANKRUPTCY MEAN FOR YELLOW?
According to Satish Jindel, president of transportation and logistics firm SJ Consulting, Yellow handled an average of 49,000 shipments per day in 2022. Last week, he estimated that number was down to between 10,000 and 15,000 daily shipments.
With customers leaving — as well reports of Yellow stopping freight pickups last week — bankruptcy would “be the end of Yellow,” Jindel told The Associated Press, noting increased risk for liquidation.
“The likelihood of them surviving and remaining solvent diminishes really by the day,” added Bruce Chan, a research director at investment banking firm Stifel.
Yellow declined to comment when contacted by The Associated Press on Friday. In a Wednesday statement to The Journal, the company said it was continuing “to prepare for a range of contingencies.” On Thursday, Yellow said it was in talks with multiple parties about selling its third-party logistics organization.
Even if Yellow was able to sell its logistics firm, it would “not generate a sufficient amount of cash to keep them operational on any sort of permanent basis,” Chan said. “Without a major equity injection, it would be very difficult for them to survive.”
HOW MUCH DEBT DOES YELLOW HAVE?
As of late March, Yellow had an outstanding debt of about $1.5 billion. Of that, $729.2 million was owed to the federal government.
In 2020, under the Trump administration, the Treasury Department granted the company a $700 million pandemic-era loan on national security grounds. Last month, a congressional probe concluded that the Treasury and Defense Departments “made missteps” in this decision — and noted that Yellow’s “precarious financial position at the time of the loan, and continued struggles, expose taxpayers to a significant risk of loss.”
The government loan is due in September 2024. As of March, Yellow had made $54.8 million in interest payments and repaid just $230 million of the principal owed, according to government documents.
Yellow’s current finances and prospect of bankruptcy “is probably two decades in the making,” Chan said, pointing to poor management and strategic decisions dating back to the early 2000s. “At this point, after each party has bailed them out so many times, there is a limited appetite to do that anymore.”
In May, Yellow reported a loss of $54.6 million, a decline of $1.06 per share, for its first quarter of 2023. Operating revenue was about $1.16 billion in the period.
A Wednesday investors note from financial service firm Stephens estimated that Yellow could be burning between $9 million and $10 million each day. Using a liquidity disclosure from earlier this month, Yellow had roughly $100 million in cash at the end of June, the note added — estimating that the company has been burning through increasing amounts of money through July.
“It is reasonable to believe that the Company could breach its $35 mil. liquidity requirement at any moment,” Stephens analyst Jack Atkins and associate Grant Smith wrote.
DID THE COMPANY JUST AVERT A STRIKE?
Last week’s reports of bankruptcy preparations arrived just days after a strike from the Teamsters, which represents Yellow’s 22,000 unionized workers, was averted.
A series of heated exchanges have built up between the Teamsters and Yellow, who sued the union in June after alleging it was “unjustifiably blocking” restructuring plans needed for the company’s survival. The Teamsters called the litigation “baseless” — with O’Brien pointing to Yellow’s “decades of gross mismanagement,” which included exhausting the $700 million federal loan.
On July 23, a pension fund agreed to extend health benefits for workers at two Yellow Corp. operating companies, averting a strike — and giving Yellow “30 days to pay its bills,” notably $50 million that Yellow failed to pay the Central States Health and Welfare Fund on July 15, the union said. While the strike didn’t occur, talks of a walkout may have caused some Yellow customers to pull back, Chan said.
“The financial struggles of Yellow are not related to the union and the contracts,” Jindel said, pointing to management’s responsibility around its services and prices. He added the union wages from Yellow are “lower than any competitor.”
WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF YELLOW WENT UNDER?
As Yellow customers take their shipments to other carriers, like FedEx or ABF Freight, prices will go up.
Yellow’s prices have historically been the cheapest compared to other carriers, Jindel said. “That’s why they obviously were not making money,” he added. “And while there is capacity with the other LTL carriers to handle the diversions from Yellow, it will come at a high price for (current shippers and customers) of Yellow.”
Chan adds that we’re in an interesting time for the LTL marketplace — noting that, if Yellow liquidates, “the freight would find a home” with other carriers, which may not have been true in recent years.
“It may take time, but there’s room for it to be absorbed,” he said.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Troubled trucking company Yellow Corp. is shutting down and headed for a bankruptcy, the Teamsters said Monday. An official bankruptcy filing is expected any day for Yellow, after years of financial struggles and growing debt. Its expected liquidation would mark a significant shift for the U.S. transportation industry and shippers nationwide. […]
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NEW YORK (AP) — Troubled trucking company Yellow Corp. is shutting down and headed for a bankruptcy, the Teamsters said Monday.
An official bankruptcy filing is expected any day for Yellow, after years of financial struggles and growing debt. Its expected liquidation would mark a significant shift for the U.S. transportation industry and shippers nationwide.
“Today’s news is unfortunate but not surprising. Yellow has historically proven that it could not manage itself despite billions of dollars in worker concessions and hundreds of millions in bailout funding from the federal government,” Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien said, in an announcement saying the union had been served with legal notice for the bankruptcy filing. “This is a sad day for workers and the American freight industry.”
Yellow did not have a comment when reached by The Associated Press Monday. As of Monday afternoon, no bankruptcy filings from the company could be found on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website.
The company’s collapse arrives just three years after Yellow, formerly known as YRC Worldwide Inc., received $700 million in pandemic-era loans from the federal government. But the company was in financial trouble long before that — with industry analysts pointing to poor management and strategic decisions dating back decades.
Former Yellow customers and shippers will face higher prices as they take their business to competitors, including FedEx or ABF Freight, experts say — noting that Yellow historically offered the cheapest price points in the industry.
Yellow is one of the nation’s largest less-than-truckload carriers. The closure of the 99-year-old Nashville, Tennessee-based company risks a loss of 30,000 jobs.
Safety vests that appeared to belong to former Yellow workers were zip-tied to the fence of a closed YRC Freight terminal in St. Louis, Missouri on Monday. Names and years worked at the company were written on them.
“Ron Fisher 2017-2023 was here,” one vest read.
Reports of Yellow preparing for bankruptcy emerged last week — as the Nashville, Tennessee-based trucker saw customers leave in large numbers, per The Wall Street Journal and FreightWaves. And the company reportedly stopped freight pickups earlier in the week.
Yellow shut down operations on Sunday, according to The Journal, following the layoffs of hundreds of nonunion employees on Friday.
The bankruptcy preparation reports arrived just days after Yellow averted a strike from the Teamsters, which represents Yellow’s 22,000 unionized workers, amid heated contract negotiations. On July 23, a pension fund agreed to extend health benefits for workers at two Yellow Corp. operating companies, avoiding a planned walkout. The fund gave Yellow “30 days to pay its bills,” notably $50 million that Yellow failed to pay the Central States Health and Welfare Fund earlier in the month.
Yellow has racked up hefty bills over the years. As of late March, Yellow had an outstanding debt of about $1.5 billion. Of that, $729.2 million was owed to the federal government.
In 2020, under the Trump administration, the Treasury Department granted the company a $700 million pandemic-era loan on national security grounds. Last month, a congressional probe concluded that the Treasury and Defense departments “made missteps” in this decision — and noted that Yellow’s “precarious financial position at the time of the loan, and continued struggles, expose taxpayers to a significant risk of loss.”
The government loan is due in September 2024. As of March, Yellow had made $54.8 million in interest payments and repaid just $230 million of the principal owed, according to government documents.
The current financial chaos at Yellow “is probably two decades in the making,” said Stifel research director Bruce Chan, pointing to poor management and strategic decisions dating back to the early 2000s. “At this point, after each party has bailed them out so many times, there is a limited appetite to do that anymore.”
A Wednesday investors note from financial service firm Stephens estimated that Yellow was burning daily amounts of $9 million to $10 million in recent days.
Yellow handled an average of 49,000 shipments per day in 2022 according to Satish Jindel, president of transportation and logistics firm SJ Consulting. On Friday, he estimated that number was down to between 10,000 and 15,000 daily shipments.
Yellow’s prices have historically been the cheapest compared to other carriers, Jindel said. “That’s why they obviously were not making money,” he added. “And while there is capacity with the other LTL carriers to handle the diversions from Yellow, it will come at a high price for (current shippers and customers) of Yellow.”
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AP Business Writer Matt Ott contributed to this report.
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CHICAGO (AP) — A leading anti-abortion organization criticized Republican Ron DeSantis on Monday for not supporting a national ban on the procedure, calling the Florida governor’s position “unacceptable” as he seeks the GOP nomination for president. The president of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, an influential player in conservative politics, took issue with DeSantis’ statements […]
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CHICAGO (AP) — A leading anti-abortion organization criticized Republican Ron DeSantis on Monday for not supporting a national ban on the procedure, calling the Florida governor’s position “unacceptable” as he seeks the GOP nomination for president.
The president of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, an influential player in conservative politics, took issue with DeSantis’ statements in a recent interview in which he declined to back a national abortion ban. SBA President Marjorie Dannenfelser said the anti-abortion movement and Americans across the U.S. deserve a president who will “boldly advocate” for a ban on abortion at 15 weeks of pregnancy.
“A pro-life president has a duty to protect the lives of all Americans. He should be the National Defender of Life,” she said. “Gov. DeSantis’s dismissal of this task is unacceptable to prolife voters. A consensus is already formed. Intensity for it is palpable and measurable. There are many pressing legislative issues for which Congress does not have the votes at the moment, but that is not a reason for a strong leader to back away from the fight. This is where presidential leadership matters most.”
DeSantis’ campaign called the statement unjustified.
“Governor DeSantis delivers results and acts, especially when it comes to protecting life. He did so in Florida by signing the heartbeat bill and will be a pro-life president,” Press Secretary Bryan Griffin said. “He does not kowtow to DC interest groups. This unjustified attack on him is another example of the DC political games that have seen conservatives falter in Washington while Governor DeSantis has produced unmatched conservative victories in Florida.”
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America was responding to a recent interview in which Megyn Kelly asked DeSantis if he would support a national abortion ban. The U.S. Supreme Court last year overturned Roe v. Wade, the roughly 50-year-old ruling that established a federal right to abortion. Susan B. Anthony has said it would not support any White House candidate in 2024 who did not at a minimum support a 15-week federal ban.
In the interview, DeSantis noted he signed legislation in Florida to ban abortion at six weeks of pregnancy but suggested that individual states should decide the issue. He said he is “pro-life” but added that he is “running on doing things that I know I can accomplish.”
Democrats say the Supreme Court’s decision and Republicans’ focus on restricting abortion rights have helped motivate voters to favor more liberal candidates, and the party believes it will be a major factor again in 2024. Abortion rights were on the ballot in six states in 2022, and in every contest voters opted to protect them. In the battleground state of Wisconsin, a liberal candidate who made abortion rights a centerpiece of her campaign won an April election for a seat on the state’s highest court.
A recent poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that the majority of U.S. adults want abortion to be legal at least through the initial stages of pregnancy. About two-thirds of Americans said abortion should generally be legal, but only about a quarter said it should always be legal and only about 1 in 10 said it should always be illegal.
About half of Americans say abortions should be permitted at the 15-week mark, though 55% of those living in states with the most restrictive laws say abortion should be banned by that point, the poll found.
The criticism from a powerful organization comes at a tenuous time for DeSantis, who is seen as the top rival to former President Donald Trump for the GOP presidential nomination, but who has been running a distant second to Trump in public polling. DeSantis’ campaign has been working in recent weeks to improve his trajectory and reboot his campaign, including cutting staff.
He is not alone in drawing criticism from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, however. The group also was critical of Trump for not supporting the 15-week federal ban.
Trump has defended that position, noting he appointed the Supreme Court justices who made it possible for Roe v. Wade to be overturned. Trump also has said that Republicans’ focus on restricting abortion
Some other Republicans seeking the nomination support the national ban. Former Vice President Mike Pence said he would go further, endorsing a ban at six weeks of pregnancy, or before some women know they are pregnant.
He told The Associated Press that abortion should be banned when a pregnancy isn’t viable — a standard that would force women to carry pregnancies to term even when doctors have determined there is no chance a baby will survive outside the womb.
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Associated Press reporter Michelle L. Price contributed from New York.
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ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A legal advocacy group for journalists wants to get involved in Disney’s free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis. The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press says a win by the Florida governor could embolden other governments across the U.S. to take actions against journalists and other media when they […]
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ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A legal advocacy group for journalists wants to get involved in Disney’s free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis. The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press says a win by the Florida governor could embolden other governments across the U.S. to take actions against journalists and other media when they exercise their First Amendment rights.
The group on Friday asked a judge for permission to file a friend-of-the-court brief in support of the claims brought by Disney against DeSantis, his appointees to a special district board governing Disney World and a state economic development agency. The lawsuit claims the Florida governor violated the company’s free speech rights by taking control over the district in retaliation for Disney’s public opposition to the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
The committee said that the impact of a DeSantis win would be felt beyond the 39 square miles (101 square kilometers) of the Disney World property governed by the new appointees picked by the Florida governor to the governing district’s board.
“If Defendants prevail in this case, those on whose behalf the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press advocates will be first in the line of fire given the nature of reporting and the press’s role in our constitutional system,” the committee said in its request to file the supporting brief in federal court in Tallahassee. “As such, the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press’s proposed brief provides a voice to those not directly involved, but undoubtedly impacted by this case.”
DeSantis and Florida’s Department of Economic Opportunity have argued that Disney’s case should be dismissed because of sovereign immunity protection against being sued for conducting government business, and that Disney hasn’t shown how it has been hurt so it lacks standing to sue the state government defendants.
DeSantis has used the fight with Disney to burnish his “anti-woke” credentials and demonstrate his ability to push a conservative agenda during his campaign for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination.
The DeSantis appointees took over the Disney World governing board earlier this year following a yearlong feud between the company and DeSantis. The fight began last year after Disney, beset by significant pressure internally and externally, publicly opposed a state law banning classroom lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity in early grades, a policy critics call “Don’t Say Gay.”
As punishment, DeSantis took over the district through legislation passed by Florida lawmakers and appointed a new board of supervisors to oversee municipal services for the sprawling theme parks and hotels.
If the retaliatory actions by DeSantis and Republican lawmakers are left unchecked, it poses a threat to watchdog journalism and press coverage of public issues “to the detriment to the free flow of information on matters of public concern that has long been the hallmark of our democratic system of government,” the committee said.
Before the new board came in, Disney made agreements with previous oversight board members who were Disney supporters that stripped the new supervisors of their authority over design and development. The DeSantis-appointed members of the governing district have sued Disney in state court in a second lawsuit stemming from the district’s takeover, seeking to invalidate those agreements.
Disney had asked for the case be dismissed or delayed pending the outcome of the federal lawsuit. However, Circuit Judge Margaret Schreiber in Orlando on Friday refused to toss or postpone the case, saying among other reasons that to do so would have created “an undue delay” for the district, which still must continue governing. ___
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FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Europe’s economy has grown modestly after months of stagnation, but higher interest rates designed to fight inflation are casting a shadow as they make it more expensive for households and businesses to borrow, invest and spend. The 20 countries that use the euro currency and their 346 million people saw 0.3% […]
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FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Europe’s economy has grown modestly after months of stagnation, but higher interest rates designed to fight inflation are casting a shadow as they make it more expensive for households and businesses to borrow, invest and spend.
The 20 countries that use the euro currency and their 346 million people saw 0.3% growth in the April-to-June period, compared with the first three months of the year, the EU statistics agency Eurostat reported Monday.
That’s an improvement over zero growth in the first quarter and a slight decline in fourth quarter of last year — but not by much. Plus, one-time factors and an outsized bump from Ireland made things look better than they really were.
The eurozone got a boost by 0.5% growth in France and 0.4% in Spain, where lower inflation has helped lift consumer spending power.
Yet the French figure was increased by the delivery of one very large manufactured item — a cruise ship. That statistical quirk flattered French growth but does little to disguise weak demand for goods in the eurozone’s second-largest economy.
Ireland’s growth of 3.3%, largest in the eurozone, also distorted the overall picture. Its growth figures often show large swings due to major international companies housing their headquarters there, including tech giants like Meta, Google and Apple.
Without Ireland, euro-area growth would have been only 0.1%, said Franziska Palmas, senior Europe economist at Capital Economics.
The overall figure “was driven by a few country idiosyncrasies and masks an underlying momentum that is likely much closer to stagnation,” said Marc de Muizon, senior European analyst at Deutsche Bank Research.
Europe’s largest economy, Germany, struggled in the second quarter, recording zero growth after two straight quarters of falling output as it grappled with high energy costs tied to Russia’s war in Ukraine. Italy, the No. 3 economy, shrank by 0.3%.
The eurozone growth figures for the first quarter were revised from a decline of 0.1%, statistically erasing what had been two straight quarters of contraction — one definition of recession.
Inflation in the eurozone, meanwhile, continued its gradual decline, falling to 5.3% in July from 5.5% in June.
Europe is still struggling with the aftershocks of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, including Moscow cutting off most of its natural gas to the continent that sharply raised prices for the fuel and the electricity it generates.
In Germany, Europe’s manufacturing powerhouse, Vice Chancellor and Economy Minister Robert Habeck has proposed capping energy prices for industry with government help.
The worst of the price spike is over, but costs are still higher than before the war began. Energy has faded as a main driver of inflation, but price rises are hitting Europeans when they shop for groceries, clothes and more, and the rebound for services companies — such as hotels and restaurants that suffered during the COVID-19 pandemic — has mostly run its course.
Food prices rose 10.8% in July from a year earlier, an improvement from June and previous months but still a pain point for households. Energy, meanwhile, kept dropping, falling 6.1%. Stripping out volatile food and energy prices, core inflation held steady at 5.5% — a key indicator that has not fallen as much as central bankers want.
In a bright spot for Europe, rebounding travel, especially in the Mediterranean countries that heavily rely on tourism, is expected to support growth in the upcoming third quarter as people flock to the beach for their summer holidays in Greece, Spain and Italy, despite recent heat waves and wildfires.
Other than that, prospects for the rest of the year are muted. Another drag on the economy is the rapid series of interest rate increases that the European Central Bank has unleashed to knock down inflation.
The ECB made its ninth straight hike Thursday, bringing its key deposit rate from minus 0.5% to 3.75% in just one year, a record pace since the creation of the euro in 1999. The result has been higher mortgage rates and canceled construction plans due to expensive or unavailable credit.
The central bank’s lending survey shows the lowest level of business loans and credit lines since the statistics started in 2003.
Bank President Christine Lagarde left open whether the bank will keep hiking rates at its next meeting on Sept. 14, saying the decision will depend on incoming inflation data.
Since the rate hikes began, inflation has steadily fallen from a peak of 10.6% in October, but July’s figure of 5.3% is still well above the ECB’s 2% target.
Bank officials say tough action now will spare even more painful restriction of credit later if inflation gets completely out of control.
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HONG KONG (AP) — Fans of singer and songwriter Coco Lee, who was known for her powerful voice and live performances, gathered with flowers to pay their respects to their idol at her funeral in Hong Kong on Monday. The memorial service was attended by her family and friends, including singers Elva Hsiao and Jenny […]
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HONG KONG (AP) — Fans of singer and songwriter Coco Lee, who was known for her powerful voice and live performances, gathered with flowers to pay their respects to their idol at her funeral in Hong Kong on Monday.
The memorial service was attended by her family and friends, including singers Elva Hsiao and Jenny Tseng, as well as other supporters. Lee died July 5 at age 48.
She was born in Hong Kong and attended school in San Francisco before releasing her first album in 1994 at age 19. She began her career as a Mandopop singer but branched out to release albums in Cantonese and English.
She was the first Chinese singer to break into the American market, and her English song “Do You Want My Love” climbed to #4 on Billboard’s Hot Dance Breakouts chart in December 1999. In 2001, she sang “A Love Before Time” from Ang Lee’s movie “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” at the Academy Awards, becoming the first Chinese American to perform at the Oscars.
Lee was also the voice of heroine Fa Mulan in the Mandarin version of Disney’s “Mulan,” and sang the Mandarin version of the movie’s theme song “Reflection.”
Lee was married to Bruce Rockowitz, former CEO of Hong Kong supply chain company Li & Fung. She had two stepdaughters.
Her death had shocked fans. Her siblings posted on Facebook that she had depression for years and had attempted suicide at home on July 2. She died a few days later.
On Monday afternoon, more than 100 fans dressed in black were waiting outside the funeral home.
Lin Jing, a fan from Fujian province in the southeast, said she admired Lee’s smile and appearance, adding: “She was really talented. She always tried to improve and she inspired women to feel independent.”
Inside the funeral hall, three pink hearts made of flowers and other floral decorations were displayed below Lee’s photo.
Her close friend, Hsiao, said during the ceremony that she remembered watching Lee’s performances as a student and thinking of her as a perfect idol. After they became friends in the entertainment industry, Lee encouraged Hsiao when she was lost and treated her as “a little sister.”
“She brightened my life with her happiness and bravery. I will keep preserving her spirit,” Hsiao said in a quavering voice.
In a video for the memorial service, actors and singers from Hong Kong, mainland China and Taiwan recalled their memories with Lee and mourned her death.
Action star Jackie Chan said in the video that everyone was proud of her when she sang at the Oscars.
“To friends like us, Coco was a passionate and kind friend who showed care to us. She was really a good person. That’s why we are so reluctant to accept she has left us,” he said.
Award-winning director Ang Lee recalled his exchanges with the late singer before the Oscars and said it was a pity she died so young. “We miss her very much. Coco, rest in peace,” he said in the video.
Coco Lee had sounded notes of positivity in social media posts during the months before her death. In March, she posted about recuperating from surgery for an old leg injury.
“Successful surgery. Even though I’m in a lot of pain and I have to re-learn how to walk again, I know I can do it,” she wrote in a Facebook post. “Yes I can and I will!”
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Abortion rights advocates in Alabama — where abortion is almost entirely illegal — filed lawsuits Monday against the state’s attorney general seeking to prevent him from prosecuting people who help patients travel outside the state to end pregnancies. The groups say Attorney General Steve Marshall has made statements suggesting that anti-conspiracy […]
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Abortion rights advocates in Alabama — where abortion is almost entirely illegal — filed lawsuits Monday against the state’s attorney general seeking to prevent him from prosecuting people who help patients travel outside the state to end pregnancies.
The groups say Attorney General Steve Marshall has made statements suggesting that anti-conspiracy laws could be used to prosecute those who assist with appointments or finances. The two lawsuits seek a legal ruling clarifying that the state can’t use the statute for these prosecutions.
One lawsuit was filed by the Yellowhammer Fund, a group that stopped providing financial assistance to low-income abortions patients because of the prosecution concerns. The other was filed by an obstetrician and two former abortion clinics that continue to provide contraception and other health services.
“What the attorney general has tried to do via these threats is to effectively extend Alabama’s abortion ban outside of its borders for Alabama residents,” said Meagan Burrows, a lawyer with the American Civil Liberties Union, which is representing the providers in the lawsuit.
In a separate case, advocacy groups and an attorney sued Idaho earlier this month over a law that makes it illegal to help minors travel to another state to get an abortion without their parents’ consent.
Marshall has not prosecuted anyone for providing abortion assistance, but he has made statements saying that his office would “look at” groups that provide help.
“Attorney General Marshall will continue to vigorously enforce Alabama laws protecting unborn life which include the Human Life Protection Act. That includes abortion providers conspiring to violate the Act,” Marshall’s office said in an emailed response to the lawsuit. His office did not respond to an email asking to clarify if actions such as providing financial assistance could be prosecuted.
The comments have had a “disturbing chilling effect” on abortion rights advocates and providers, who already feel like they live with a legal target on their back, said Kelsea McLain, deputy director of Yellowhammer. “We believe it’s our right and our freedom to support people in leaving the state if they need to because the state no longer takes care of their needs,” she said.
The provider suit was filed by the West Alabama Women’s Center in Tuscaloosa, the Alabama Women’s Center in Huntsville, and Dr. Yashica Robinson, an obstetrician. Robinson said she once made referrals for patients seeking abortions, coordinating medically complex health histories, but no longer does so because of the fear of prosecution.
“Tragically, banning abortion in Alabama seems to not have been enough,” Robinson said in a statement. “Those in power want to muzzle providers like me to prevent us from sharing information with our pregnant patients about the options they have.”
The phone rings at least once a day at the former clinic in Tuscaloosa as women — sometimes crying and often desperate — try to find where they can go in other states to end an unwanted pregnancy, the clinic director said.
“We get a lot of the anger — and we know that it’s not us that they are angry at,” said Robin Marty, operations director for the West Alabama Women’s Center. “It’s the situation, but it is very, very hard for my staff. They want to be able to help them.”
After the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and handed authority on abortion law to the states, the Deep South quickly became an area of limited abortion access.
Alabama bans abortion at any stage of pregnancy with no exceptions for rape and incest. The only exemption is if it’s needed because pregnancy seriously threatens the pregnant patient’s health. Nineteen states have enacted restrictions and many southern states have near complete bans. Marty said that means women often have to travel long distances to receive care, which can bring financial and logistical hardship.
Marty said most people who reach out to the clinic know “there is no abortion in Alabama. What they aren’t aware of is how far that extends.”
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Ford announced a recall of the 2021-2023 Ford F-150 pickup truck for an unexpected engagement of the electric parking brake while driving, the NHTSA disclosed Monday. The recall encompasses 870,701 trucks with a single exhaust system. Redesigned in 2021, most of this generation’s F-150 models have a single exhaust system from the factory, with dual […]
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Ford announced a recall of the 2021-2023 Ford F-150 pickup truck for an unexpected engagement of the electric parking brake while driving, the NHTSA disclosed Monday.
The recall encompasses 870,701 trucks with a single exhaust system. Redesigned in 2021, most of this generation’s F-150 models have a single exhaust system from the factory, with dual pipes limited to special appearance packages and performance models such as the Tremor and Raptor.
The issue arises from bad wiring on the electric parking brake. Over time, the rear axle wiring harness bundle can rub against the rear axle housing, causing the tape and circuit insulation to degrade and expose the wiring. If this happens, the electric parking brake can be activated while driving, causing an apparent loss of power as well as an unintended braking event. This increases the risk of a crash.
Ford says drivers may be alerted to the problem via a parking brake warning light and message in the instrument cluster. Ford acknowledged 918 warranty claims in North America, with 299 instances of unintended activation and 19 instances of the parking brake activating while driving. No known injuries or crashes were reported by Ford.
Owners will be notified by mail by Sept. 15, and will be asked to have their F-150s inspected by a Ford or Lincoln service center. If there’s damage, the wiring harness will be replaced. If there’s no apparent damage, Ford will add some tape and a tie strap to the harness. There will be no charge to owners. Reimbursement will be provided for owners who have already had the repairs down, and that reimbursement period will be open for a year, ending on Sept. 11, 2024.
This is the 16th recall for the 2021 F-150. Other notable issues include a problem with the windshield wipers and a potential fractured driveshaft. A refreshed 2024 Ford F-150 is planned to debut at the Detroit auto show in mid-September.
For more info, contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or visit Ford’s recall site here.
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LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - On Monday, the Clark County School District filed a complaint in District Court for an injunction to prevent the CCEA from striking, alleging that it would be in violation of state law.
“This action is based on the CCEA’s threats,” CCSD wrote in a media release. “Which were publicly reiterated this weekend, to engage in ‘work actions,’ clearly amounting to a strike, if a contract between the CCEA and the District is not reached by August 26.”
CCSD also filed a petition with the Employee-Management Relations Board (EMRB) to withdraw CCEA’s bargaining agent status as the representative for CCSD’s licensed professional employees.
The District does not take these actions lightly as our educators await a new contract, but Nevada law is crystal clear that a strike or a threat of a strike is unlawful and, when undertaken, is grounds for withdrawal of recognition as the bargaining agent of a local government employee group.
CCSD added that the teachers’ union “repeatedly misrepresented the District’s contract proposals.” It added a bullet-pointed list of items “contrary to what the CCEA has stated or implied,” which read:
The District has proposed to pay teachers for the additional instructional time at the teachers’ contract rate, the same as under the contract waivers.
The District has proposed additional compensation for SPED and Hard to Fill position teachers in an amount greater than the CCEA’s proposal.
The District has proposed pay increases for all CCEA bargaining unit employees in both years of the contract. This is in addition to continuing the following: salary advancement under the Differentiated Salary program, column advancement under the salary table related to the PGS, and a one-step advancement under the salary table.
The District has proposed to use the CCEA’s portion of the SB 231 monies received from the state for bargaining unit employee pay increases with a sunset provision included.
The District continues to propose the correction of inequities in the current salary schedule.
The District has proposed significant increases to the Teacher Health Trust in both years of the contract.
The District has proposed the continuation of the recruiting bonus for new, out-of-state teachers to help fill vacancies. Despite the CCEA claiming that the District wasn’t doing enough to fill vacancies, the CCEA rejected this recruitment tool.
“The District is extremely disappointed in the CCEA’s threats of illegal strikes and its misrepresentations of the District’s contract,” the CCSD release stated. “These actions by the CCEA don’t move the parties any closer to reaching a new agreement and are a disservice to the District’s students, parents, and staff. Despite this, the District remains committed to bargaining with the CCEA in good faith to reach an agreement.”
It concluded by stating that CCSD looks forward to the parties’ next bargaining sessions on August 17 and 18.
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A 55-year-old man who lost consciousness while in the ocean at Kaaawa on Sunday afternoon has died, according to Honolulu police.
Police said an emergency call was received at about 2:19 p.m. on Sunday from a 52-year-old woman and 31-year-old man that the man had become unresponsive while in the ocean.
Honolulu Emergency Services and the Fire Department responded and performed life-saving measures. The man was taken to a nearby hospital, police said, where he later died.
No further details were provided.
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Assistant Police Chief Don Crowe said the suspect, whose identity has not been released, approached Margolin Hebrew Academy-Feinstone Yeshiva of the South around 12:20 p.m.
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. >>Memphis police today said officers shot a suspect after he attempted to enter a Jewish school with a gun and fired shots after he couldn’t get into the building.
Assistant Police Chief Don Crowe said the suspect, whose identity has not been released, approached Margolin Hebrew Academy-Feinstone Yeshiva of the South around 12:20 p.m. He fired several shots and then left in a maroon truck.
“Thankfully, that school had a great safety procedure and process in place and avoided anyone being harmed or injured at that scene,” Crowe said.
Officers soon located the suspect’s vehicle “shortly after that,” Crowe said, adding that officers then shot the suspect after he exited the truck with a firearm in hand. The suspect was sent to a hospital where he is in critical condition.
It was not immediately clear if school was in session.
When asked if law enforcement believe the shooting was a hate crime, Crowe said officers were still on the scene and collecting information.
“It’s way too early for that. Again, we’re very early in this investigation,” Crowe said.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigations is now handling the case.
Oscar Gomez said two of his teenage children were outside their house when the man was shot in their neighborhood. They told him about the shooting when he arrived home from work, he said.
“They heard the shooting and they threw themselves on the floor trying to protect themselves,” said Gomez, 39.
U.S. Rep. Seve Cohen, whose district includes Memphis, said in a statement that he was “shocked” to hear about the incident at the school and noted that acts of “violent antisemitism” are on the rise across the country.
Today’s shooting comes nearly four months after a shooter opened fire at a private Christian school in Nashville and killed six people, including three nine-year-old children. That tragedy has sparked closer scrutiny of Tennessee’s relaxed gun laws and renewed calls to strengthen security at both public and private schools across the state.
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LOS ANGELES >> Angus Cloud, the actor who starred as the drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on the HBO series “Euphoria,” has died. He was 25.
Cloud’s publicist, Cait Bailey, said Cloud died Monday at his family home in Oakland, California. No cause of death was given.
In a statement, Cloud’s family said goodbye to “an artist, a friend, a brother and a son.
“Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss,” the family said. “The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend. Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence.”
“We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone,” his family added.
Cloud hadn’t acted before he was cast in “Euphoria.” He was walking down the street in New York when casting scout Eléonore Hendricks noticed him. Cloud was resistant at first, suspecting a scam. Then casting director Jennifer Venditti met with him and series creator Sam Levinson eventually made him a co-star in the series alongside Zendaya for its first two seasons.
To some, Cloud seemed so natural as Fez that they suspected he was identical to the character — a notion that Cloud pushed back against.
“It does bother me when people are like, ‘It must be so easy! You get to go in and be yourself.’ I’m like, ‘Why don’t you go and do that?’ It’s not that simple,” Cloud told Variety. “I brought a lot to the character. You can believe what you want. It ain’t got nothing to do with me.”
The part made Cloud the breakout star of one the buzziest shows in television. He had a supporting role in his first film, “The Line,” a college drama starring Alex Wolff and John Malkovich that premiered earlier this year at the Tribeca Festival. Cloud was recently cast to co-star in “Scream 6.” He’s also made cameos in music videos for Juice WRLD, Becky G and Karol G.
The third season of “Euphoria” hasn’t yet begun filming.
“We are incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of Angus Cloud,” HBO said in a statement. “He was immensely talented and a beloved part of the HBO and ‘Euphoria’ family. We extend our deepest condolences to his friends and family during this difficult time.”
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BISMARCK, N.D. >> Two pipeline operators have agreed to pay a $12.5 million civil penalty related to crude oil spills in Montana and North Dakota.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Monday announced the settlement in a 2022 federal court lawsuit. Belle Fourche Pipeline Company and Bridger Pipeline LLC will pay the $12.5 million to resolve the claims made under the Clean Water Act and Pipeline Safety Laws, the EPA said. The affiliated companies own and operate oil pipelines in Montana, North Dakota and Wyoming.
In 2015, Bridger’s Poplar Pipeline broke and spilled more than 50,000 gallons (about 190,000 liters) of crude into the Yellowstone River near Glendive, Montana. Bridger has completed cleanup of the site, and in 2021 settled a lawsuit with federal and Montana authorities for $2 million. Montana’s Department of Environmental Quality previously fined Bridger $1 million in the case.
In 2016, Belle Fourche’s Bicentennial Pipeline in Billings County, North Dakota, broke due to a landslide and spilled over 600,000 gallons (about 2.3 million liters) of oil, impacting an unnamed tributary, Ash Coulee Creek and the Little Missouri River. Belle Fourche’s cleanup is ongoing with oversight from North Dakota’s Department of Environmental Quality, according to the EPA.
The agreement announced Monday does not resolve all issues with the Ash Coulee spill and reserves the government’s right to bring future legal claims.
The $12.5 million civil penalty includes a nearly $4.6 million portion for North Dakota’s Department of Environmental Quality. Belle Fourche also will pay the state’s past response costs, totaling over $98,000, according to court documents filed Monday.
“Oil pipeline spills can cause enormous and long-lasting damage to the environment,” Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator Larry Starfield of the EPA’s Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance said in a statement. “This settlement holds Belle Fourche and Bridger Pipeline accountable for their significant oil spills and requires them to take meaningful measures to prevent future spills from their oil pipelines.”
The operators also are required to implement specified compliance measures, in addition to the civil penalty.
Belle Fourche and Bridger are owned by Wyoming-based True Companies.
Bridger spokesman Bill Salvin said the operators have completed all remediation actions required by North Dakota’s Department of Environmental Quality and “will work closely” with the department if further action is required.
He said the operators have made upgrades to their pipeline network to enhance safety, including a new control center at their Casper, Wyoming, headquarters and a new leak detection system powered by artificial intelligence.
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WASHINGTON >> A man who was a Princeton University student when the FBI arrested him on charges related to the U.S. Capitol riot pleaded guilty today to joining a mob’s attack on police officers during one of the most violent clashes on Jan. 6, 2021.
Larry Fife Giberson was on the front lines when rioters attacked police officers in a tunnel on the Capitol’s Lower West Terrace. Giberson, 22, of Manahawkin, New Jersey, waved other rioters into the tunnel and then joined in a coordinated push against officers guarding an entrance to the building, according to a court filing.
Giberson tried in vain to start a chant of “Drag them out!” and then cheered on rioters using weapons and pepper spray against police in the tunnel, according to an FBI agent’s affidavit. Giberson remained in the area for roughly an hour, the affidavit says.
Giberson pleaded guilty to a felony charge of interfering with police during a civil disorder, court records show. U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols is scheduled to sentence him on Nov. 1. The judge allowed him to remain free until his sentencing.
Giberson was enrolled at Princeton as an undergraduate when he was arrested in March on riot-related charges. A university spokesperson declined to answer questions today about Giberson’s enrollment status.
Charles Burnham, an attorney for Giberson, didn’t immediately respond to emails and a telephone call seeking comment.
Giberson was wearing a “Make America Great Again” hat and a Trump flag around his neck when he joined the Jan. 6 attack, which disrupted the joint session of Congress for certifying President Joe Biden’s electoral victory over Donald Trump.
The FBI posted images of Giberson on social media to seek the public’s help in identifying him. Online sleuths also posted images of Giberson using the “#DragThemOut” hashtag moniker.
Investigators matched photos of Giberson from the Capitol to several images found on Instagram and Princeton University’s website, according to the FBI.
Also today, a Florida man was arrested on charges that he assaulted several police officers outside the Capitol during the riot. Videos captured Marcus Clint Martin applying first aid to an injured rioter and then shoving two officers who tried to help, the FBI said.
Other videos show Martin, 32, of Blountstown, Florida, piling onto an officer who was knocked over and removing metal barriers after chasing officers away from their positions in front of the Capitol, according to the FBI.
Martin was arrested in Panama City, Florida, on charges including civil disorder and assaulting, resisting or impeding police.
Approximately 1,100 people have been charged with federal crimes related to the Capitol riot. More than 600 of them have pleaded guilty. Over 100 others have been convicted by judges or juries after trials in Washington, D.C.
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The Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center today held a blessing for its new, start-of-the-art mobile health clinic.
The clinic is equipped with two exam rooms, a triage area, a bathroom, storage, and advanced technology. It will be staffed by a team of health care professionals, including a medical provider, two registered nurses, and a social worker or case manager.
With the new mobile clinic, WCCHC aims to increase access to quality health care for the vulnerable, particularly those facing complex forms of homelessness on the island’s West side — from Kapolei to Makua.
“The launch of our mobile clinic is an exciting milestone in our continuous journey to improve healthcare access,” said WCCHC President & CEO Rich Bettini in a statement. “It builds upon our 51-year commitment to the health and well-being of our community in West Oahu.”
The new clinic will offer walk-in services for acute and chronic conditions, preventive care, wound care, immunizations, and follow-up care, along with referrals to medical specialists.
Also, the clinic will screen patients and connect them to community resources for mental health, substance abuse support, transportation, and housing.
The mobile clinic will also serve as a platform for field-based outreach and medical care without barriers, the health center said.
During today’s blessing ceremony, it was revealed that WCCHC’s Kupuna Council officially approved the name “Kukui O Keolalani” (The light of life) for the new mobile clinic.
The name honors the pioneering vision of licensed practical nurse Evalani Galariada-Rosa — a 45-year veteran at WCCHC now working as its community relations and special projects coordinator — whose name “Eva” means life.
She initiated the homeless outreach program for the Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center in the early 1990s, alongside Helen O’Connor. In the first two years of the program, she used her personal van to support outreach efforts before securing a grant for the first mobile outreach vehicle.
“Eva’s dedication and unwavering commitment to serving those in need continue to inspire us all,” said WCCHC, Hawaii’s largest federally qualified health care center, in a news release, “and that legacy is now empowered with the Kukui O Keolalani mobile health clinic.”
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SAN FRANCISCO >> A brightly flashing “X” sign has been removed from the San Francisco headquarters of the company formerly known as Twitter just days after it was installed.
The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection said today it received 24 complaints about the unpermitted structure over the weekend. Complaints included concerns about its structural safety and illumination.
The Elon Musk-owned company, which has been rebranded as X, had removed the Twitter sign and iconic blue bird logo from the building last week. That work was temporarily paused because the company did not have the necessary permits. For a time, the “er” at the end of “Twitter” remained up due to the abrupt halt of the sign takedown.
The city of San Francisco had opened a complaint and launched an investigation into the giant “X” sign, which was installed Friday on top of the downtown building as Musk continues his rebrand of the social media platform.
The chaotic rebrand of Twitter’s building signage is similar to the haphazard way in which the Twitter platform is being turned into X. While the X logo has replaced Twitter on many parts of the site and app, remnants of Twitter remain.
Representatives for X did not immediately respond to a message for comment today.
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NEW YORK >> Wall Street closed out its latest winning month with another tick higher today.
The S&P 500 added 6.73 points, or 0.1%, to 4,588.96 to cap its fifth straight month of gains. That’s its longest winning streak in nearly two years, and the index is at a 16-month high after rallying on hopes cooling inflation will mean the economy can avoid a long-predicted recession.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 100.24, or 0.3%, to 35,559.53, and the Nasdaq composite rose 29.37, or 0.2%, to 13,346.02.
To be sure, critics have been saying Wall Street’s seemingly growing consensus for a soft landing for the economy has come too quickly. Several reports this upcoming week could poke holes in the theory that inflation will keep coming down enough for the Federal Reserve to not only stop hiking interest rates but to begin cutting them by early next year.
Big names in the market, such as Rob Arnott at Research Affiliates, are warning not to be “overly hasty in popping the champagne corks.” Arnott sees the possibility of inflation rebounding again later this year, even though it’s cooled considerably recently.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell himself has pointed to Friday’s upcoming report on the overall U.S. job market as an important datapoint. Growth needs to be strong enough to keep a lid on worries about a possible recession. But a reading that’s too hot could also mean upward pressure on inflation, which could push the Fed to get more aggressive about rates.
High rates undercut inflation by slowing the overall economy and dragging on prices for stocks and other investments. The Fed has already hiked its main rate to its highest level in more than two decades, a jolting shock after the rate began last year at virtually zero.
Two of Wall Street’s most influential stocks are also set to report their earnings for the spring. Amazon and Apple are both scheduled to release their latest quarterly results on Thursday. Because they’re two of the most massive stocks on Wall Street, their stock movements pack much more punch for the S&P 500 and other indexes than other stocks.
Both stocks have soared this year, in part on expectations for strong continued growth, and they’ll need to deliver to justify the big moves. Both Apple and Amazon are up more than 50% so far this year.
Roughly halfway through the earnings reporting season, more companies than usual have topped analysts’ profit expectations, according to FactSet. Companies also seem to be more optimistic about their upcoming results, giving better-than-expected forecasts more often than usual, according to strategists at Bank of America.
“While economic uncertainty remains, we believe the profit cycle is inflecting higher,” the strategists wrote in a BofA Global Research report.
ON Semiconductor rose 2.5% for one of the larger gains in the S&P 500 after reporting stronger profit for the latest quarter than expected. The company, known as onsemi, also gave a forecast for profit in the current quarter that topped analysts’ expectations.
On the losing end was Tempur Sealy International. The mattress company said it discovered a cybersecurity event last week, which pushed it to shut down some of its technology systems. It has resumed operations after what it called a temporary interruption and is working to determine the incident’s full impact. Its stock fell 3%.
In stock markets abroad, indexes in Europe were mixed after data showed Europe’s economy has grown modestly after months of stagnation.
In Asia, stocks rose in Hong Kong and Shanghai amid hopes Beijing will deliver more stimulus for the sluggish Chinese economy.
In the bond market, U.S. Treasury yields slipped after a report suggested manufacturing in the Chicago region is weakening a bit more than economists expected. Manufacturing has been one of the hardest-hit areas in the economy by high interest rates, which work with a notoriously long lag effect.
The yield on the 10-year Treasury edged down to 3.95% from 3.96% late Friday.
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. >> NASA is listening for any peep from Voyager 2 after losing contact with the spacecraft billions of miles away.
Hurtling ever deeper into interstellar space, Voyager 2 has been out of touch ever since flight controllers accidentally sent a wrong command more than a week ago that tilted its antenna away from Earth. The spacecraft’s antenna shifted a mere 2%, but it was enough to cut communications.
Although it’s considered a long shot, NASA said today that its huge dish antenna in Canberra, Australia, is on the lookout for any stray signals from Voyager 2, currently more than 12 billion miles (19 billion kilometers) distant. It takes more than 18 hours for a signal to reach Earth from so far away.
In the coming week, the Canberra antenna — part of NASA’s Deep Space Network — also will bombard Voyager 2’s vicinity with the correct command, in hopes it hits its mark, according to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, which manages the Voyager missions.
Otherwise, NASA will have to wait until October for an automatic spacecraft reset that should restore communication, according to officials.
Voyager 2 was launched in 1977 to explore the outer planets, just a couple weeks ahead of its identical twin, Voyager 1.
Still in touch with Earth, Voyager 1 is now nearly 15 billion miles away, making it humanity’s most distant spacecraft.
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What was top of mind for Utah coach Kyle Whittingham as the Utes opened fall camp on Monday?
Asked what the biggest focus during fall camp outside of quarterback is, Whittingham answered “quarterback.”
“I can’t think of anything close to that right now,” he said.
The health of starting quarterback Cameron Rising, along with the backup quarterback battle, is priority No. 1 for Whittingham as he enters his 19th year at the helm of the program.
Whittingham said that Rising, who suffered an ACL injury in the third quarter of Utah’s Rose Bowl loss to Penn State, is “right on schedule” in the rehab process.
“He’s practicing but he’ll have limitations. That’ll pretty much be the report for at least a couple weeks — practicing with limitations,” Whittingham said on Monday.
Right now, Rising is just working on mechanics, footwork and throwing as he eases into fall camp. He won’t be put in a situation where he has to perform sudden movements, react to a defender and, of course, he won’t be hit.
“Hopefully some of those limitations start to get lifted as we get deeper into camp, but today was a good start and we just got to be intelligent about it. We have a great medical staff. I’m sure they’ll do exactly what’s right for him.”
Though Rising seems to be on track to start in Utah’s high-profile opener vs. Florida at Rice-Eccles Stadium on Aug. 31, the decision will be up to him and the medical staff.
Meanwhile, the backup quarterback battle takes on new importance if Rising is unable to go to start the season.
In spring camp, redshirt freshman Rose separated himself from the other contenders — Nate Johnson and Bryson Barnes.
“They’re all picking up where they left off in spring. Brandon came out of spring slightly ahead of the other guys,” Whittingham said.
“He’s taking the No. 2 reps right now and actually a lot of the No. 1 reps that Cam can’t take depending on what drill we’re in. Nate doing a nice job and Bryson Barnes is doing a nice job. So those three guys are going to continue to compete until we can confidently separate them.”
The 6-foot-2, 210-pound Rose went 19 for 24, 233 yards and a touchdown in Utah’s spring game.
Offensive coordinator Andy Ludwig is impressed with the work the quarterbacks have put in over the summer.
“I think it’s been an excellent summer of preparation. We’re around a lot in June and have, we call ‘em OTAs on the board sessions with the players, have meetings with the players in June,” Ludwig said.
“In July, the players pretty much take it over as that’s time the coaches go on vacation. They’re with the strength coach doing the strength and conditioning, but all the football portion of it falls on player-led workouts and all the reports have been outstanding and again, you’re just anxious to see that show up on the practice field today.”
Tight end Brant Kuithe and running back Chris Curry are cleared for practice. Kuithe suffered an ACL injury in September against Arizona State and Curry was lost for the season in September against San Diego State.
Kuithe will return to his featured role in the offense. In 2021, he had 50 receptions for 611 yards and six touchdowns.
Defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley said safety Nate Ritchie and defensive end Van Fillinger are good to go, while defensive ends coach Lewis Powell said that Jonah Elliss “looks good right now and he’s healthy.”
Of course, there’s no escaping realignment, which is back in the forefront of everyone’s minds after Colorado left the Pac-12 for the Big 12
Like he’s said before, Whittingham said on Monday that he sees college football going to “superconferences” in the future.
“I thought it’s been trending that way for about 10 years. That’s my impression and my opinion. I think each year we take another step towards that and I think it’s inevitable. The timetable, who knows, three years, five years, seven years, but I believe that’s the direction that things are headed.
But for right now, all Whittingham can control is getting his team ready for the last season in this configuration in the Pac-12 as the Utes try to three-peat for the first time in the Pac-12 era.
“A three-peat would be great. No one’s ever done that in the Pac-12. We haven’t been to the CFP (College Football Playoff) yet. There’s a lot of things that we have not accomplished that would be a big step for our program and those two right at the forefront,” Whittingham said.
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Dallas Cowboys running back Ronald Jones has been suspended without pay for the first two games of the 2023 NFL regular season due to a violation of the league's performance-enhancing substances policy, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported on Monday (July 31), sharing a statement from an NFL spokesperson.
Jones will be eligible to compete in all preseason practices and games, but will then be suspended until Monday, September 18, following the Cowboys' Week 2 game against the New York Jets.
Jones signed with the Cowboys this past offseason after spending his first four seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which including winning Super Bowl LV, and the 2022 season with the Kansas City Chiefs, which concluded with a victory in Super Bowl LVII.
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Daredevil Remi Lucidi, who built a following for his stunts under his social media moniker 'Remi Enigma,' died Thursday (July 27) at the age of 30 after falling from the 68th floor of a building in Hong Kong, the South China Morning Post reports (h/t TMZ Sports).
Lucidi was reported to have snuck up to the top floors of Tregunter Tower, a residential high-rise, when he apparently got stuck outside of the building with witnesses claiming he was tapping on a window and pleading for help. A maid spotted Lucidi outside the building and called police but he had already failed to his death prior to officers' arrival.
Police found Lucidi's camera at the scene which was reported to have contained images of himself doing extreme stunts. Local authorities are continuing to investigate the incident as of Monday (July 31).
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Three people were killed when a single-engine plane crashed into a hangar during takeoff. The Beechcraft P35 was taking off from Cable Airport in Upland, California, on Sunday (July 30), at 6:30 a.m. when it slammed into the hangar and burst into flames.
Officials did not say where the plane was heading.
The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District responded to the crash and extinguished the flames. Inside the plane, they found the deceased bodies of the pilot and two passengers. Their identities were not released.
Officials said that nobody else was injured in the crash.
The Upland Police Department said the hangar sustained moderate damage due to the crash and subsequent fire. According to the San Bernardino Sun, three helicopters for the Ontario Police Department were being housed in the hangar.
The helicopters were not damaged in the fire, and officials expect them to be back in service once the hangar has been repaired.
The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation with help from the Federal Aviation Administration. So far, investigators have not determined why the plane failed to take off.
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A palm oil plantation worker in Indonesia is lucky to be alive after surviving a fight with a crocodile. According to the Daily Mail, 38-year-old Falmira De Jesus was gathering water from a stream when a crocodile attacked her and pulled her into a swamp.
De Jesus tried to fight off the crocodile and screamed for help as it tried to pull her under the water. Other workers at the plantation rushed to help but were too scared to go into the water.
Instead, they used poles to try to pull her to safety. The woman struggled for roughly 90 minutes before rescue workers arrived and extracted her from the crocodile's jaws.
She was rushed to the hospital with severe injuries to her arms and legs.
"I was in pain from where the crocodile was holding me," she said, according to the New York Post. "Then I started to feel like I was becoming weaker. I just thought I was going to die because I was falling below the water."
De Jesus said that she can still picture the crocodile in her head and is thankful for the people who rescued her.
"I lie in the hospital and can still see the crocodile in my mind and feel it on my body. I am very grateful for the people that helped me to escape. They saved my life."
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Chicago's annual Lollapalooza music festival will take over Grant Park from August 3rd to August 6th, and law enforcement have already began closing roads in anticipation of the large event. Many of these roads will be closed from August 1st to August 7th with a few exceptions.
The Chicago Sun Times listed which roads would remain closed throughout the duration of the festival and into the following week. Balbo Drive from Columbus Drive to DuSable Lake Shore Drive will be closed from July 31st to August 13. The section of Balbo Drive that extends to Michigan Avenue will be re-opened on August 7th. Jackson Drive from Columbus to DuSable Lake Shore Drive will remain closed until August 12th with the portion of Jackson Drive that extends into Michigan Ave re-opening on August 7th.
Columbus from Monroe to Roosevelt (including multiple northbound center lanes) will be closed from Monday, July 31st to Monday, August 7th. Congress Parkway from Michigan Avenue to Columbus will close tonight at 8:00 p.m. and re-open again on August 7th. Monroe Street from Michigan to DuSable Lake Shore Drive is not set to close until Wednesday, August 2nd at 6:30 a.m. and re-open at 7:00 a.m. on August 7th.
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Euphoria star Angus Cloud has passed away at the age of 25. Cloud's family told TMZ that the actor had been struggling with the loss and burial of his father in recent weeks.
"It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today. As an artist, a friend, a brother and a son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways. Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss. The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend. Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence."
Angus was best known for his role in hit drama series, Euphoria, as drug dealer Fezco "Fez" O'Neill. Before Euphoria, he was featured in "North Hollywood," "The Line," and a few music videos for Juice WRLD, Karol G, and Becky G. He was working on two additional projects that have yet to be released. Angus was well-known as an actor, but most cherished as a son, brother, and friend to many. The family concluded the announcement of their loved one's passing by saying:
"We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone. We ask for privacy at this time as we are still processing this devastating loss." Angus was staying with family in Oakland at the time of his death. While it is insinuated that mental health may have played a role in the actor's passing, an official cause of death has yet to be revealed.
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Something is in the air in Arizona.
Five Arizona cities have placed on Stacker’s list of U.S. cities with the dirtiest air.
Air quality was determined then ranked “according to the amount of course particulate matter in the air in metropolitan areas” on average. Factors including industries present and climate conditions were also taken into consideration.
Claiming first place as the location with the dirtiest air in the country is Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, Arizona.
Here is what the data report highlighted:
“- Average coarse particulate matter (PM10): 76 μg/m^3
- PM10 2nd Max 24-hr: 225 μg/m^3 (50.0% above EPA standards)
- Average fine particulate matter (PM2.5): 13.2 μg/m^3 (10.0% above EPA standards)
Huge contributors to the poor air in Phoenix include emissions from cars and chemical solvent waste from small industrial businesses. A 2018 report by the Environment Arizona Research & Policy Center found that in 2016, the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale area had 110 days of ‘degraded’ air quality.”
Tucson placed not too far away from Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale at number three.
“- Average coarse particulate matter (PM10): 52 μg/m^3
- PM10 2nd Max 24-hr: 249 μg/m^3 (66.0% above EPA standards)
- Average fine particulate matter (PM2.5): 6.6 μg/m^3 (45.0% below EPA standards)
As Tuscon's industry and population grew industrialized and the population increased, emissions from power plants and tailpipes rose. In recent years the city has experienced an unprecedented severity of ground-level ozone.”
At number 11 is Nogales. It was described as the following:
“- Average coarse particulate matter (PM10): 45 μg/m^3
- PM10 2nd Max 24-hr: 149 μg/m^3 (.7% below EPA standards)
- Average fine particulate matter (PM2.5): 10.9 μg/m^3 (9.2% below EPA standards)
Nearly all of the air pollution in Nogales, located on the Southern U.S. border, comes from Mexico, according to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. Nogales is situated downhill from Mexico, and as a result, this cross-border air pollution settles in the lowest topographical points.”
Yuma placed at 17 mainly due to the aftermath of wildfires.
“- Average coarse particulate matter (PM10): 40 μg/m^3
- PM10 2nd Max 24-hr: 199 μg/m^3 (32.7% above EPA standards)
- Average fine particulate matter (PM2.5): 9.3 μg/m^3 (22.5% below EPA standards)
Wildfire smoke has the most significant impact on Yuma's air quality. The University of Arizona also identifies vehicle emissions from Interstate 8, pollutants emitted from surrounding agricultural fields, and particulate matter stirred up at the Yuma Proving Ground also impact air quality.”
The last to represent Arizona, Sierra Vista-Douglas, took spot number 30 for reasons similar to why Yuma also made the cut.
“- Average coarse particulate matter (PM10): 32 μg/m^3
- PM10 2nd Max 24-hr: 132 μg/m^3 (12.0% below EPA standards)
- Average fine particulate matter (PM2.5): Not available
The Sierra Vista-Douglas region is prone to air pollution from wildfires and dust from prolonged drought conditions.”
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Nicki Minaj is just the latest celebrity to be affected by a false report of extreme crimes to police, which is also called "swatting." Over the years, artists and actors like Justin Bieber, Rihanna and Justin Timberlake have all been approached by police after they received fake reports of various serious crimes happening at their homes. Despite at the drama at her home, Minaj is more focused on wrapping up her upcoming album. She took to social media the same day the report about the swatting incident dropped and shared she's been hard at work on Pink Friday 2.
“Yesterday I worked on my current TOP 2 songs off [Pink Friday 2],” she wrote. “The eargasms that y’all are about to have. Ooohhhh chiiiii huntyyyyy don’t make dat serveeeee.”
Minaj previously announced her plans to release the project later this year. She recently revealed the album's new release date and confirmed it will be a sequel to her 2010 LP. Pink Friday 2 drops November 17.
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How often do you think about retirement? Many factors go into considering where you want to retire including cost of real estate, average daily expenses, safety, healthcare availability, and more!
According to GoBankingRates, the worst places to retire in California are Los Angeles, Oakland, Santa Ana, Anaheim, San Francisco, Riverside, San Jose, Long Beach, and San Diego. Instead, the website suggested that future retirees move to cities like Yucca Valley, Santa Clarita, Vallejo, Carlsbad, Glendale, and Clovis.
Los Angeles:
"The City of Angels offers nice weather year-round and a wide variety of amenities. However, America’s second-largest city is also among its most expensive. The median list price for a home is $982,256.73 and the cost of living each year is about $66,636.20."
Oakland:
"The cost of living anywhere in the San Francisco Bay Area has been spiraling out of control in recent years. While Oakland might be the retirement spot of your dreams, the median list price of $893,756.81 is followed by an average cost of living that is $88,066.15. All told, for most Americans, retiring in Oakland is either well out of reach or would require major compromises elsewhere."
Santa Ana:
"Santa Ana might be best known for its association with the Santa Ana winds, but it also has a lot to offer potential retirees. However, that would mean entering a blazing inferno of a housing market where the median list price is $778,862.28 and the average annual expenditure is $75,500.17."
For a continued list of the best and worst places to retire across the country visit gobankingrates.com.
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One of the key factors to a healthy lifestyle is where you live. Access to public parks, health care systems, infrastructure, and commuting to fitness centers can influence how active you can be. The cost of living can also become a factor if the economy is affecting the prices of healthy food options, medical costs, and other needs.
That's why 24/7 Tempo found the unhealthiest city in every state. The website explained how they determined their picks:
“To measure and rank the health of the population in cities in every state, 24/7 Tempo calculated an index using eight health measures such as potential life lost, smoking rate, and percentage reporting fair or poor health, using data from the 2023 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program of the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. In all, 384 metro areas were considered to determine the least healthy one in every state.”
According to the study, Colorado's unhealthiest city is Pueblo! Located in Pueblo County, over 110,000 people call this place home. Pueblo has an overall B- rating on Niche.
Researchers also provided some data to back up this city's place on the list:
Adults in fair or poor health: 15.5% (state: 10.2%)
Adult smoking rate: 17.6% (state: 12.6%)
Adult obesity rate: 29.6% (state: 24.2%)
Median household income: $56,689 (state: $82,254)
Check out the full report on 24/7 Tempo's website.
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An American woman was arrested and charged in the Bahamas for conspiring to kill her husband several months after the couple had filed for divorce, according to a police news release and court documents viewed by CNN.
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An American woman was arrested and charged in the Bahamas for conspiring to kill her husband several months after the couple had filed for divorce, according to a police news release and court documents viewed by CNN.
Lindsay Shiver, 36, of Thomasville, Georgia, is accused of conspiring with two Bahamas natives, 28-year-old Terrance Adrian Bethel and 29-year-old Farron Newbold Jr., to kill her husband, Robert Shiver, according to court documents.
Prosecutors allege the accused conspired to kill the husband together on July 16 while together on the Abaco Islands.
Bethel and Newbold Jr. were also taken into police custody and face conspiracy to commit murder charges. The three defendants were flown to the capital of Nassau.
Police in the Bahamas were able to successfully foil the plot by acting on intelligence they had gathered during a separate criminal investigation, when they stumbled upon crucial information on a phone that was recovered during an inquiry into a recent local business break-in, a Bahamian police source told CNN.
According to the source, who spoke to CNN on the condition of anonymity, written messages found on that phone indicated the existence of the sinister plot. The identity of the phone’s owner remains unclear. As the investigation remains ongoing, the police source did not provide further details on that matter.
Attorneys represented the defendants in court during a Friday arraignment, according to court documents. The defendants were not required to enter a plea for the charges and were remanded to the Bahamas corrections department until an October 5 court hearing.
Lindsay and Robert Shiver both attended Auburn University and live in Thomasville, according to social media posts.
Husband filed for divorce, wife filed the next day
According to a complaint listed on the Thomas County, Georgia, Clerk of Courts website, Robert Shiver filed for divorce on April 5, 2023, and his wife subsequently filed for divorce the following day.
Robert Shiver listed Lindsay Shiver’s “adulterous conduct” as a reason for divorce, saying the marriage is irrevocably broken, according to the court filings viewed by CNN.
The filing from Lindsay Shiver says she “incurred debt beyond her means to pay” and asks that Robert Shiver be made to pay.
CNN has reached out attorneys representing each of the two in the divorce case.
Pictures posted on a social media account believed to belong to Lindsay Shiver indicate the family has spent a good deal of time in the Bahamas.
Robert Shiver works as an insurance executive in Thomasville, according to a company website. Court documents in the Bahamas misidentify him as Richard Shiver.
A profile of him on the website says he was a member of the Auburn University football team and briefly a member of at least one NFL team.
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Nearly 100% of public water supplies meet “bacterial and chemical limits” and are safe to drink, according to a new report published by the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) today (Tuesday, August 1).
However the EPA has also warned that many supplies lack robust treatment measures to guarantee their “long-term resilience and safety”.
Drinking water in Ireland is sourced from rivers, lakes, springs, and groundwater and according to the agency, must be treated to make it “clean and safe” to drink before it is supplied to consumers.
The agency said in its latest report that more than 99.7% of public water supplies meet compliance levels for microbiological and chemical standards for drinking water.
The EPA also identified that water supplies with pesticide detections had reduced from 31 to 17 supplies in 2022 which it described as “very positive”.
Launching the its latest report today, Dr Tom Ryan, EPA director said:” Our public water quality remains very high, which means that the public can be confident that the drinking water supplied to their homes is safe to drink.
“However, the EPA through our inspection and monitoring programme, continues to identify drinking water plants that are at risk and require improvements and upgrades.
“At the end of 2022, there were 481,000 people being served by at risk supplies on EPA’s Remedial Action List (RAL).”
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Uisce Éireann (previously Irish Water), the national regulated water utility, is responsible for delivering drinking water to homes across the country.
EPA and Uisce Éireann
The latest EPA report highlights that Uisce Éireann is required to put an action plan with timelines in place to rectify the issues at a list of “at-risk” supplies identified by the EPA.
Boil water notices impacted 182,000 people last year — a slight improvement since 2021 – although one third of boil water notices were in place for more than 30 days
Uisce Éireann is also involved in nationwide programmes on “improving disinfection and reducing trihalomethanes (THMs), pesticides, and exposure to lead”.
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In 2022, the agency issued 14 legally binding directions to Uisce Éireann where supplies needed improvements.
In the “Drinking Water Quality in Public Supplies Report 2022”, the EPA outlined that 17 water supplies that had “failed to meet the pesticide standard” last year.
But the agency said this was a “welcome decrease” from the 31 supplies in 2021. Source: EPA
The EPA stated: “The herbicide MCPA continues to dominate. There are four supplies on the RAL for pesticides at the end of 2022 down from six in 2021.
“All supplies on the RAL for pesticide exceedances have Catchment Focus Groups in place, and it is positive that two supplies were removed from the RAL under this category in 2022.”
According to the agency the “primary strategic approach” to reducing the risk of pesticides by Uisce Éireann is through catchment management.
“The catchment focus group brings relevant stakeholders together to promote responsible pesticide use within those catchments – with the ultimate aim of resolving the issues at source before they reach the water supply,” the EPA stated.
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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the first illegal cannabis stores were padlocked in Upstate New York. Stores that were shut down were located in Auburn, Lyons, Macedon, Ontario, Pulaski and Williamson.
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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the first illegal cannabis stores were padlocked in Upstate New York. The governor introduced new cannabis law enforcement actions earlier this year, which could fine violators $10,000 a day, which doubles to $20,000 if a business continues to sell after a violation is affixed to their window.
The state said David Tulley is illegally operating eight retail cannabis "I'm Stuck" stores in Cayuga, Monroe, Oswego and Wayne counties. Stores that were shut down were located in Auburn, Lyons, Macedon, Ontario, Pulaski and Williamson.
The state said Tulley's "I'm Stuck" stores made illicit sales and processed and packaged cannabis products without a license. They said he ignored repreated notices and Office of Cannabis Management orders.
“As we work to build and expand the legal cannabis market, it’s critical to crack down on illegal operators who are breaking the law and undermining the success of entrepreneurs and consumers who follow the rules,” Hochul said. “This year I fought to enact new legislation that protects New Yorkers by granting new power to State agencies and our Attorney General to take new enforcement actions against bad actors. New York will continue to fight for an equitable cannabis industry that rights the wrongs of the past while protecting the health and safety of all New Yorkers.”
OCM sent a cease-and-desist letter to Tulley in February 2022, later issuing violations to his stores when he continued to operate.
"In emails to OCM, Tulley misleadingly described his stores as a “consulting” business that informs customers about the effects of cannabis, and in return, customers receive free cannabis products," the state said in a release. "However, undercover OAG investigators visited six “I’m Stuck” locations owned by Tulley and were able to purchase $1,000 worth of cannabis products."
Investigators from the Office of the Attorney General observed the store selling to minors on several occasions. At the "I'm Stuck" location in Ontario, an undercover investigator could purchase $200 of cannabis products for an underaged undercover.
“Legalizing cannabis in New York was a historic milestone to correct the harms of the past, but there are laws that must be followed to ensure cannabis products are safe and kept out of the hands of minors,” Attorney General Letitia James said. “David Tulley brazenly violated our laws, cheated taxpayers, and endangered our kids by selling unregulated cannabis to underage customers. [Monday's] enforcement action should send a clear message that businesses that are selling cannabis without a license will be stopped. I thank Gov. Hochul and her administration for their partnership on this effort to protect New Yorkers.”
James and the OCM are seeking penalties from Tulley's operation with Tulley potentially fined millions. The petition also seeks penalties from building owners where Tulley's stores operated — those owners can be fined $10,000 a day for each day unlicensed sales occurred at their property.
Tulley is represented by Attorney Joseph Bondy.
"In response to the detailed press releases of the Governor’s Office and Office of Cannabis Management, I note that the OCM and Attorney General have acted ex parte and without notice to secure temporary closure of seven of Mr. Tulley’s cannabis consulting locations, which also sold legal goods, ranging from cannabis culture and lifestyle fashionwear to ancillary products for the legal consumption of cannabis, in what we believe to be a violation of the Cannabis Law," Bondy said. "We will defend against the efforts to further enjoin Mr. Tulley on a number of specific statutory and constitutional grounds, which will be made by public court filing."
Bondy said he believes the regulatory inspections "appear to be little more than thinly veiled and pretextual warrantless searches in violation of the Fourth Amendment and state constitutional rights of all New Yorkers."
"Ironically, although the OCM frequently warns of the perils of the proliferation of untested cannabis being made available in thousands of storefront locations throughout the state, it neglects that the possession and gifting of cannabis has been permitted by law in New York since March 31, 2021—prior to the existence of a single licensed cannabis retail store," Bondy said. "The legislature obviously did not then find it to be a threat to public safety for all New Yorkers to be allowed to possess what was, at that time, untested cannabis from exclusively unlicensed sources. Nor is there any such limitation on the possession or gifting of cannabis under our penal code today."
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A brightly flashing “X” sign has been removed from the San Francisco headquarters of the company formerly known as Twitter just days after it was installed.
The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection said Monday it received 24 complaints about the unpermitted structure over the weekend. Complaints included concerns about its structural safety and illumination.
The Elon Musk-owned company, which has been rebranded as X, had removed the Twitter sign and iconic blue bird logo from the building last week. That work was temporarily paused because the company did not have the necessary permits. For a time, the “er” at the end of “Twitter” remained up due to the abrupt halt of the sign takedown.
The city of San Francisco had opened a complaint and launched an investigation into the giant “X” sign, which was installed Friday on top of the downtown building as Musk continues his rebrand of the social media platform.
The chaotic rebrand of Twitter’s building signage is similar to the haphazard way in which the Twitter platform is being turned into X. While the X logo has replaced Twitter on many parts of the site and app, remnants of Twitter remain.
Representatives for X did not immediately respond to a message for comment Monday.
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DAYTONA BEACH, FL. (Gray News) - An Amber Alert has been issued for a 14-year-old who was last seen in Daytona Beach, Florida.
According to the alert, Barbora Zdanska, 14, was last seen in the area of the 100th block of Boynton Boulevard in Daytona Beach.
Zdanska is 5′5, weighs about 136 pounds, and has blonde hair and blue eyes.
She was last seen wearing a black Adidas sweatshirt with white stripes on the sleeves and black jean shorts.
According to the alert, Zdanska may be traveling in a 2014, blue Dodge Caravan with a Florida tag number CZ8613. The vehicle has a butterfly sticker in the top right rear window and a University of Florida “F” sticker in the top left rear window.
Zdanska may also be traveling with a companion who is unknown at this time.
Anyone who may have seen Zdanska should call 9-1-1.
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JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Absentee voting is happening in Mississippi right now, and there won’t be any new restrictions on ballot access.
If you have a disability or someone in your family does, you know the potential struggles of getting to a polling place. Absentee voting often makes more sense, but it’s still a process. That process won’t change now that a federal judge has blocked Senate Bill 2358.
”This ruling matters so much for people with disabilities,” said Jane Walton, Disability Rights Mississippi Communications Director.
Disability Rights Mississippi puts out educational materials about the absentee process. But they know there are many Mississippians who need help getting that ballot and getting it returned by the deadline. Their steps won’t have to change with Senate Bill 2358 now blocked.
“At the core of this, it’s whether or not a person with a disability could have a support person of their choosing for absentee voting,” noted Walton. “This is really about allowing a person with his disability to vote in a way that is accessible for them. And so that they can let their voice be heard through the electoral process for people.”
That can range from someone with a mobility issue to a visual impairment or trouble reading or writing. It’s about the logistics, not dictating who those people should cast votes for once they receive the ballot.
“I think, shattering that notion that people with disabilities don’t have the autonomy or independence to cast their vote for themselves, they just might need a little extra assistance,” added Walton.
Supporters of the law say it was designed to prevent political operatives from collecting and handling absentee ballots. However, the ACLU points this out.
“Defendants in our case didn’t actually point to any real evidence of an actual ballot harvesting problem in Mississippi,” explained Casey Smith, ACLU Voting Rights Project, Equal Justice Works Fellow. “And the court noted that. Statistically, voter fraud is extremely rare. The state hasn’t offered evidence of an actual ballot harvesting issue in this lawsuit or anywhere else.”
Had the law stayed in effect, there would have been criminal penalties for violating the law, and the judge notes that it’s unclear on exactly who was allowed to assist.
This order will apply to the primary elections next week and the general election in November. And the judge has ordered the Secretary of State’s office to help the court in getting information out to clarify the new law is not in effect.
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One of the first things we all learn is our ABCs, and one Ocean Springs children’s book author is using the Coast Life as a teaching building block.
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OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) - One of the first things we all learn is our ABCs, and one Ocean Springs children’s book author is using the Coast Life as a teaching building block.
“I really like where I live, it is such a great place and I wanted other people to know about all of the special things we have here,” Rebecca Giles said.
Giles spotlights those special things one letter at a time in her book, called “Coastal Mississippi Alphabet.” She has a background in early childhood education and always wanted to write a children’s book.
When sitting at a red light in Gulfport, the ideas started falling into place.
”I just went we’ve got the beach; we’re going to get the aquarium and then all of a sudden it was like aquarium, beach, let’s do an alphabet book,” Giles said.
“I really like where I live, it is such a great place and I wanted other people to know about all of the special things we have here." (WLOX)
The “Coastal Mississippi Alphabet” is a tool parents like Taylor Hertzke from Gautier can use to teach their children.
”I think it helps them remember letters of the alphabet where they can recognize things in their daily life and making those connections is good for learning,” said Hertzke.
Children aren’t the only ones learning from the book. It’s a good newcomers guide for Ashley Feldman who just moved to Ocean Springs from Utah.
”I think we want to get it, it’s so cute and so specific to the unique things here,” said Feldman.
Finding a word for all the letters of the alphabet did come with a few challenges for Giles.
”I couldn’t actually come up with a word for X, so I got creative and used the railroad crossing sign the X for X,” said Giles.
Along with reading her book to groups of children like, Giles also teaches education at the University of South Alabama. Since first publishing the “Coastal Mississippi Alphabet” in 2021 she’s co-authored a similar book for the neighboring state of Alabama.
”That one was dedicated to my children my sons were both born while we were living in Mobile, Alabama,” said Giles. “It was a natural follow-up to the Coastal Mississippi.”
”It’s just a way to share what we know about the Coast in terms of our culture, traditions, our food and activities with those who aren’t familiar,” (WLOX)
Giles hopes her words or letters have helped others develop the same type of love for the place she calls home.
”It’s just a way to share what we know about the Coast in terms of our culture, traditions, our food and activities with those who aren’t familiar,” said Giles.
The “Coastal Mississippi Alphabet” is available at several locally owned stores across South Mississippi.
You can also order it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Coastal-Mississippi-Alphabet-Rebecca-Giles/dp/1734495049
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After a long and winding journey, what happens to Danny Sullivan in the final episode of Apple TV+'s The Crowded Room?
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Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for The Crowded Room.
The Big Picture The Crowded Room is a story about Danny Sullivan and his multiple personalities, which may all be different identities within his own mind.
Danny suffers from dissociative identity disorder due to the extreme childhood trauma he experienced, including sexual abuse from his stepfather.
After a trial, Danny is found not guilty by reason of insanity and begins to come to terms with his mental illness, forming a new bond with his mother and coming to peace with himself and his alters.
We've been on a long journey with Danny Sullivan (Tom Holland) and his many personalities in the AppleTV+ psychological thriller series The Crowded Room. Over the course of nine weeks and heading into the season finale entitled, "Judgment", we watched what we thought was an assortment of very different people within Danny's orbit only to find out that all of these people may have been several different identities within his own mind.
Forensic psychologist, professor, and interrogator Rya Goodwin (Amanda Seyfried) believes he has an illness that has never been diagnosed or even labeled before called multiple personality disorder (known today as dissociative identity disorder). But she's got her work cut out for her proving that Danny is in fact innocent of the crimes that his various personalities have committed - including a harrowing murder attempt in the middle of Rockefeller Plaza in downtown Manhattan. The show is set in the summer of 1979 and is based on the true story of a young man named Billy Milligan who became a controversial subject as the first person to use the insanity defense based on his disorder.
RELATED: 'The Crowded Room' Cast and Character Guide: Who Stars Alongside Tom Holland
What True Story Is 'The Crowded Room' Based On?
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In 1981, Daniel Keyes wrote a Hugo Award-winning non-fiction book called The Minds of Billy Milligan and adapted for the screen by Akiva Goldsman. It was a detailed account of a young man who was accused of attempted murder and became the first person in United States history to gain an acquittal in a court of law by using an insanity defense based on what is now known as disassociation identity disorder, or multiple personality disorder.
It was successfully argued that Milligan should not be held accountable for the actions of another identity in a mind full of various people, many of which were extremely violent in nature. It is a condition that is most often caused by extreme childhood trauma that can be sexual in nature. This was the case with Milligan, and in 1978, he was found not guilty of nine total criminal charges. It was a pivotal point in the country's history as far as defining what would be considered an "insanity" defense. Many still believe that Milligan got away with his crimes.
What is the Crime That Danny Sullivan is Charged With?
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Growing up in a broken home with a troubled, single mother named Candy (Emmy Rossum), Danny Sullivan was a vulnerable target. When she meets and marries a detention center supervisor named Marlin Reid (Will Chase), it is the beginning of a horrific childhood that was riddled with abuse at the hands of his cruel stepfather. Marlin is a sexual predator and his perpetual sexual abuse of Danny throughout his life leads to what becomes the major plot point in The Crowded Room. Dissociative identity disorder is believed to be caused by the type of abuse that Danny suffers during his tumultuous and rocky childhood.
Danny is seen in one of the first scenes of the show alongside a young woman named Ariana (Sasha Lane) as the two conspire to shoot an unknown man in Rockefeller Center. It isn't until much later in the show, that Ariana is just one of many of Danny's "alters" or personalities, and it is actually him, and him alone, who is trying to kill Marlin. The attempted murder fails, but he is caught on video committing the crime in broad daylight. He is charged with attempted murder among an assortment of other crimes committed by the more violent personalities that emerge to protect the emotionally broken and soft-spoken Danny.
The Final Scenes Explained
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During the penultimate episode, Danny is on trial for his crimes, and his pill-popping attorney, Stan Camissa (Christopher Abbott) who suffers from PTSD after his service in Vietnam, has the unenviable job of trying to prove that Danny Sullivan is not guilty by reason of insanity due to his childhood trauma and resulting dissociative identity disorder.
After being betrayed by his own mother who testifies that he wasn't abused by Marlin when she is well aware of the years of sexual abuse, it looks as if Danny is going to prison for a long time. In the finale, Danny is still talking with Ariana who serves as his voice of reason when he is distressed. Rya and Stan are both preparing for what seems like an inevitable guilty verdict only to find out that Danny has made an attempt at suicide and is in critical condition at the Riker's Island emergency ward. After a week to recuperate, Danny is set to go back to court and hear closing arguments and a final verdict.
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But before that, Rya has an epiphany during lunch with Stan and is convinced that they have been talking to the wrong version of Danny. She wants Stan to bring out his violent "alters" to explain their actions to the jury to make Danny appear more sympathetic. So in what amounts to a psychological "Hail Mary", Stan calls Danny Sullivan to the stand, and he goes after the more malevolent personalities residing within his mind. The meek and timid Danny takes the stand, and Stan sets out to initiate an argument with his alpha personality known as Jack Lamb (Jason Isaacs).
It's a battle of willpower between his intrepid attorney and Billy's myriad of identities. He confronts Danny about his imaginary twin brother named Adam who is the personality that suffered the worst part of the abuse growing up. Rya and the prosecuting attorneys look on with bated breath. Eventually, "Jack" is forced to admit that "Adam" is a figment of his imagination saying, "He had to go away...because of what he did. He wanted it to happen because he wanted everything to be okay...He (Marlin) raped him over and over again, so I had to send him away."
The Verdict and the Last Scene
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When Danny finally admits that "Adam is me", you can hear a pin drop in the courtroom. The judge then asks the jury for a verdict and Danny is found "not guilty on all counts by reason of insanity". A loud murmur erupts from the onlookers and reverberates through the capacious courtroom. Danny thanks Rya for saving him while the two share a conversation many days after the trial. He has come to terms that he is mentally ill and seems to be in good spirits. Danny has moved on to another psychiatrist and Rya shares that she had heard from his mom, Candy.
There is a heartbreaking reunion of a mother and her son. She is feeling the weight of her betrayal, and he is trying to be open to forming a new bond with her. Danny has also become a prolific and promising artist. As the two walk and talk under a leafy arboretum corridor at the psychiatric facility where he is being treated, Candy admits to being a bad mom. Danny wants to know when she knew that he was being sexually abused. She explains her actions and why she married his tormentor Marlin. It's a touching moment as she comes clean about the mountain of guilt she has been carrying for so long. Danny says, "I'm glad you came", but admits to Rya later that he doesn't plan on seeing her again.
Danny and Rya have one last exchange on the facility grounds. He thanks her for everything and they exchange an embrace. Then Danny says something very curious when he says, "I have an unpaid debt. It's my time to be the guardian angel." Rya walks away with a pensive look and slowly turns around to look up at Danny who is back in his room. The two exchange a smile and wave as "Let It Be" by The Beatles plays in the background. The final scene captures a tight shot of Danny in a symbolically, "uncrowded" spacious room with flickering lights flying around his head as if to suggest that he is still accompanied by his alter "Adam" and is prepared to switch roles and shoulder the load of his past trauma moving forward.
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The critically-acclaimed series Ugly Betty was the starting point for America Ferrera as a leading actress.
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America Ferrera has recently joined Barbieland as Gloria, a Mattel employee that helps Margot Robbie’s Barbie when entering the real world. Ferrera is a household name on both the small and big screens, with her more recent TV roles — Amy Sosa in Superstore and Elishia Kennedy in WeCrashed — being lauded by the audience. Nevertheless, her first starring role remains the highlight of her TV career — the titular Betty Suarez in 2006’s Ugly Betty, an American adaptation of the Colombian telenovela Yo Soy Betty La Fea.
Helmed by Silvio Horta and executive produced by Salma Hayek, Ugly Betty takes its Colombian counterpart’s premise and adapts it to a New York setting. From the moment she is introduced, Betty is shown as not fitting into regular beauty standards and having no sense of fashion – which makes it jarring when she’s hired as an assistant at MODE, a fashion magazine. Betty goes through an uphill climb as the series progresses, where she learns that there’s more than meets the eye not only in the industry but also in the people who form part of it – no matter how superficial they may seem. The series not only is a highlight in Ferrera’s career, but also a brilliant study of work-family balance, opposites learning to interact and bond, and a positive portrayal of the Latinx community.
RELATED: 'Barbie' Would Have Worked Better as a TV Show
‘Ugly Betty’ Defies Beauty Stereotypes
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Since the series starts, Betty proves to be more than meets the eye. In a decade when main roles meant being beautiful, and being beautiful was set by a very narrow standard, putting Betty front-and-center was a defiant statement. But she proves that, no matter how she may seem to others, she’s a smart woman that not only lives up to her job’s demands — who also irradiates joy and kindness to those who surround her, regardless of how shallow and cold they intend to be. Betty is hired by Bradford Meade (Alan Dale), the founder of Meade Publications, to be the assistant of his son Daniel (Eric Mabius), recently appointed as MODE’s editor-in-chief. The show sees him grow from nepo-baby playboy to a deconstructed businessman. This is in large part thanks to Betty and her positive influence on his life. At first, he rejects Betty because of her looks, but with time he learns to respect and trust her both personally and professionally.
Daniel locks horns with Vanessa Williams’s Wilhelmina Slater, a hard-shelled self-made woman. She sees herself as the boss that MODE should have, and underestimates (rightfully at first) every decision Daniel makes. Wilhelmina is one of the series’ most complex characters, having many Miranda Priestly-esque qualities, but slowly showing her human side as the layers are peeled off by her daughter, co-workers, and love interests. She’s also the nemesis of Meade matriarch Claire (Judith Light). Light’s inclusion in the main cast comes as a breath of fresh air in a time when women her age were relegated to grandmothering storylines. Her wildest and most erratic decisions are retconned to be the result of intoxication caused by perfume. She then makes a comeback by launching "Hot Flash," a magazine for women over 50.
‘Ugly Betty’s Supporting Cast Is Full of Memorable Characters
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The cast is rounded up by Wilhelmina’s assistant Marc (Michael Urie), receptionist Amanda (Becki Newton), seamstress Christina (Ashley Jensen), and Daniel’s sister Alexis (Rebecca Romijn). Marc’s upbringing as a closeted gay man toughened him up, letting him be a mentor to Betty’s nephew Justin (Mark Indelicato) whenever they interact. Amanda is the show’s comedic relief with heart, resonating with people who feel immature or lost, struggling to put her life together. Christina is Betty’s loyal ally. Initially a loner, she learns to open up and form a family of her own. Romijn’s Alexis is certainly a consequence of problematic casting, but her character also shines a truthfully empathetic light on the transgender experience.
Betty’s first attempt to try to fit in at MODE is a hilarious yet warm homage to her roots – wearing a Guadalajara poncho. She never lets go of her heritage and her family helps her stay in touch with it. It’s also her family who contrasts the privilege that Betty lives at work against the issues that expose the struggle of the American dream. Immigration is one of them, when her father Ignacio (Tony Plana) is revealed to be an illegal alien. Financial issues arise when the Suarezes have to come up with money to avoid getting evicted. Neighborhood insecurity is addressed when Hilda’s (Ana Ortiz) boyfriend is killed in a store robbing. Afterward, she also has to deal with government bureaucracy to be able to open her beauty salon. Justin’s road to self-acceptance honors Latinx LGBTQ youth with a spot-on portrayal of the coming out experience.
Betty’s Busy Love Life and Guest Stars Enrich ‘Ugly Betty’
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An essential change from the source material is that Betty doesn’t pine for her boss. Their relationship goes from professional respect to a warm friendship in which Daniel is protective of her, and Betty has other love interests. Seasons 1 and 2 deal with Betty’s love triangle with MODE accountant Henry (Christopher Gorham) and sandwich shop owner Gio (Freddy Rodriguez), where she ends up choosing herself. When she decides to put herself out there again, she becomes infatuated with her neighbor Jesse (Val Emmich), but the two ultimately decide to remain friends. When she meets Matt (Daniel Eric Gold), their chemistry blasts off an apparently ideal relationship, which takes a dark turn when he sees her kissing old flame Henry and becomes fixated on making his life miserable. Zachary Boule (Aaron Tveit) enters the scene towards the series finale, as a womanizer playwright who Betty breaks up with after learning he is hiding her to protect his reputation.
As strong as Ugly Betty’s protagonists are, the show has a long line of guest stars that elevate its storytelling. From Salma Hayek as treacherous editor Sofia, to Angélica Vale (from the Mexican adaptation La Fea Más Bella) a dentist’s assistant, all the way to Kathy Najimy as the orthodontist that finally removes Betty’s braces. Broadway legends Patti LuPone and Bernadette Peters also stop by as Marc’s mom and one of Betty’s mentors respectively. Nikki Blonsky and Lindsay Lohan also appear as Betty’s enemies in different stages of her life. Plus, MODE served as a platform for several guest stars playing themselves, including Vera Wang, Adele (singing at Daniel’s wedding nonetheless), Shakira, and Victoria Beckham with her own storyline as Wilhelmina’s maid of honor.
Ugly Betty leaves off with an open ending in which, after pursuing a career in the UK, Daniel goes after Betty herself. While it's uncertain if the move is platonic or not, it’s a perfect finale that essentially says that life goes on. Though the series — which was a breakthrough title for ABC at the time — has more in common with The Devil Wears Prada than Yo Soy Betty La Fea, it’s equally as relevant as its source material. The series hit many milestones and earned Golden Globe and Emmy wins, but its greatest achievement is launching Ferrera as a leading actress, and became one of the first steps that Ferrera took toward becoming the heart of the Barbie movie. Speaking of Ugly Betty, however, you'll soon be able to binge-watch the show as it is set to return to Netflix on August 1.
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The Brian Jonestown Massacre and The Dandy Warhols' rift is on full display in the 2004 music documentary Dig!
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The Big Picture Dig! is a masterful rock doc that captures the essence of '90s rock'n'roll with its blend of garage rock, psychedelia, and competitive drive.
The frenemy relationship between the frontmen of The Brian Jonestown Massacre and The Dandy Warhols adds a reality TV-like element to the film.
The film's embrace of both the wonderful and terrible aspects of rock'n'roll makes it one of the all-time great music movies.
Ondi Timoner’s 2004 documentary Dig! is a masterful blend of everything there is to love about rock music. There is the superb songwriting and guitar playing of both The Brian Jonestown Massacre and The Dandy Warhols, two '90s bands that beautifully blended garage rock and psychedelics to create a unique sound. There’s the vain, petty, and even childish behavior of some of the band members, who obviously heard tales of rocker antics and sought to imitate them. There’s the fierce competitiveness and ferocious drive for success that many '90s bands pretended not to have, lest they seem too interested in commercialism. And finally, there is the frenemy relationship at the heart of the film between the two bands’ frontmen, which veers almost into reality TV territory. As we revisit this remarkably unique rock doc, we’ll see why its embrace of everything both wonderful and terrible about rock’n’roll makes it one of the all-time great music movies.
What Is 'Dig!' About?
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The film opens with many pronouncements about the greatness of Brian Jonestown Massacre frontman Anton Newcombe, who is practically worshiped by Dandy Warhols' leader Courtney Taylor-Taylor. Newcombe makes some bold (possibly tongue-in-cheek) pronouncements about starting a revolution and changing the world with Taylor-Taylor. Some record company and music critic talking heads help put these groups in perspective by telling us that they are both genuinely talented and doing something interesting. These snippets are intercut with both rock bands letting loose, as rock bands tend to do, by getting naked and doing countless lines of cocaine. (Any documentary filmmaker who manages to film their subjects doing illegal drugs automatically deserves some kind of award.)
Timoner’s style feels both of its time and remarkably fresh and energetic. The camera never seems to sit still, frequently swirling around in a loose and trippy manner that blends seamlessly with concert footage. The pace is fast, more like a music video than a documentary. The overall effect is something akin to a blend of MTV and Oliver Stone's The Doors. Timoner injects so much life and energy into her film that it’s impossible not to get swept up in the bands’ insanity. Lest we get too settled in or comfortable, Timoner ensures that it doesn’t take long before fists literally start to fly when Newcombe yells at and hits Taylor-Taylor on stage.
What Does 'Dig!' Have to Say About '90s Rock'n'roll?
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Although frequently considered a sensationalistic aspect of this story, the Newcombe vs. Taylor-Taylor friendship-turned-rivalry speaks volumes about popular music in the '90s. Even actual brothers, such as Oasis’ Noel and Liam Gallagher, were constantly at each other’s throats. And that was relatively tame compared to the awful murders of beloved rappers like Biggie and Tupac, as well as the tragic suicide of Kurt Cobain. The '90s music world was extraordinarily volatile. Far from feeling like a tabloid distraction, the rivalry at the heart of Dig! might be the most insightful part of the film. Perhaps it’s nice to live under the delusion that our favorite musicians are all chill people and fun at parties, but the reality is often quite different.
Only 16 minutes into the film, Newcombe starts a brawl onstage. To some, this might seem irrelevant but it’s an honest indication of the singer’s struggles with mental health issues and alcoholism. To ignore incidents like this brawl is burying one’s head in the sand about not just the difficult truths of creative types but of human beings in general. Although some of the band members knocked Dig! for its “Jerry Springer” approach, in fact, the film’s displays of petty arguments and pointless fights are among its most honest and endearing qualities.
One of the most notable and interesting things about Dig!, especially when viewed decades after its release, is how quaint and of its time it now feels. When is the last time you’ve heard of a talented musician being skeptical about deals offered by major record labels because they don’t want to compromise their artistry? Perhaps this idea strikes some people today as pretentious, but “selling out” was once considered a fate worse than death by Gen X. Only occasionally do the biggest of contemporary pop stars (such as Taylor Swift and Kanye West) fight back against record labels’ control of their music. The only avenue to stardom these days that feels genuinely independent or alternative is the internet, where musicians and other creators at least have the opportunity to distribute their work to the world as they see fit. Watching Dig!, it’s impossible not to yearn for the days when musicians cared more about their music than their bank accounts. We simply didn’t know how good we had it.
RELATED: The Best Music Documentaries on Netflix Right Now
Why Is 'Dig!' an Excellent Music Documentary?
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Dig! definitely has some similarities to other great rock docs that preceded it. D.A. Pennebaker’s Bob Dylan documentary Dont Look Back immediately comes to mind. So too does the Maysles brothers’ Gimme Shelter, a film as much about rock music as the naivete and dangers of the 1960s counter-culture. While both of these films fully embraced the cinema verite approach (whereas Dig! is a bit more conventional in its style), they paved the way for raw, honest portraits of rock stars thrust into turbulent times. There is more going on in these classic films than just observing eccentric artists. Both documentaries explore themes that resonated with their audiences, and both asked questions that were in urgent need of answers.
Dig! emulates some of the best elements of these films but also stands apart from them, not just because it chronicles a different era of music, but also because it deals with a defining theme of Gen X: being creative on your own terms. To that end, Dig! shows all the highs and lows of being an uncompromising musician, from childish tantrums to contending with the complicated flaws of the industry. It’s hard to be a rebel and also have the self-awareness to know when it’s time to stop rebelling. Dig! reveals this fundamentally rock’n’roll struggle like few films before or after it. For that reason, it deserves to be considered one of the all-time great music movies.
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From The Silence of the Lambs to Howards End to The Father, this is Collider's ranking of the greatest Anthony Hopkins movies ever.
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Who doesn't love Anthony Hopkins? As a film actor, he's been active since the late 1960s, and has worked steadily in the decades since, becoming one of the most celebrated screen legends of the last half-century. He's appeared in dozens upon dozens of movies throughout his career, and has proven himself to excel in just about every genre out there, and in roles both lead and supporting.
Such a long and fruitful career makes it difficult to select and highlight the best of the best, but that's what the following aims to do. The titles below are intended to single out the greatest work the legendary Welsh actor has done within the world of film (and will therefore not include any noteworthy stage or television work), with his best films being ranked below from great to greatest.
10 'Bram Stoker's Dracula' (1992)
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Two years after the somewhat divisive conclusion to his Godfather trilogy, Francis Ford Coppola undertook an ambitious film adaptation of the novel Dracula, by Bram Stoker. Fittingly, the resulting film was called Bram Stoker's Dracula, and it's a solid page-to-screen adaptation, following the titular character as he causes havoc while being pursued by the vampire hunter Dr. Van Helsing.
RELATED: Every Classic Universal Dracula Movie, Ranked From Worst to Best
Anthony Hopkins portrays Van Helsing here, and does so well, even if the role doesn't allow him to chew quite as much scenery as Gary Oldman, who plays Dracula. It's a bloody and intense mix of melodrama and horror, and overall works well, delivering memorable visuals and an interesting spin on a familiar story.
9 'Nixon' (1995)
To the surprise of no one, 1995's Nixon is a movie about the controversial U.S. President Richard Nixon, here played by Anthony Hopkins. It's a film with some similarities to JFK, given they were both directed by Oliver Stone, have runtimes that exceed three hours, and take in-depth - and often stressful - looks at U.S. politics-related stories from around the middle of the 20th century.
In Nixon, things ultimately revolve around the infamous Watergate scandal, with the film jumping back and forward in time to present this moment in history while also delving into the psychology of its title character. It's a long and exhausting movie, but it's also pretty impressive that it works as well as it does, and Hopkins's performance as Nixon still stands as one of his most underrated.
8 'Howards End' (1992)
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As understated and leisurely paced as you'd expect a Merchant Ivory Productions film to be, Howards End is a long and largely compelling viewing experience. Anthony Hopkins is one part of a talented cast that also includes Emma Thompson, Helena Bonham Carter, and Vanessa Redgrave, among others.
It has a large number of characters and spends most of its runtime looking at issues surrounding class and social inequality during Edwardian England times. There's enough going on to make it understandable why it also had a miniseries adaptation in 2017, but this 1992 version does a surprisingly good job at condensing everything into one film that runs for just under 2.5 hours.
7 'A Bridge Too Far' (1977)
A huge World War II movie that boasts a cast including Gene Hackman, Sean Connery, Robert Redford, Michael Caine, and of course Anthony Hopkins - among others - A Bridge Too Far is certainly ambitious. It also might have a runtime that goes too far by some viewers' standards, given it clocks in at about three hours.
RELATED: The Best Michael Caine Movies of All Time, Ranked
Still, those who are willing to stick with A Bridge Too Far will be rewarded with an exhaustive and detailed look at one particularly important event in the Second World War - Operation Market Garden - in 1944, and how it helped enable an Allied victory come 1945. Its scope and battle sequences are still impressive to this day, and its large, talented cast all do great, too.
6 'The Remains of the Day' (1993)
Just one year after Howards End, Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson were reunited for The Remains of the Day, which was another film by Merchant Ivory Productions. It's set between the two World Wars, and focuses on an unlikely romance that develops between a butler and a housekeeper.
Steady pacing and a focus on subtlety remain in focus here, just as they were in Howards End, meaning The Remains of the Day is the sort of film that really demands a viewer's attention. It's worthwhile watching, though, with excellent performances by its two leads and a story that explores class in a similarly effective way to Howards End.
5 'Titus' (1999)
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While it's not one of the most well-known Shakespeare film adaptations, Titus is undoubtedly one of the best. It stars Anthony Hopkins as Titus Andronicus, a man who returns from fighting in a lengthy war, only to find the life he re-enters becoming more violent and tragic than anything he had faced while on the battlefield.
The story is commonly regarded as Shakespeare's most extreme, and the film does a great job of depicting the bombastic and shocking nature of the play on screen. Hopkins elevates the film further in the lead role, with equally compelling performances from his co-stars, including Jessica Lange and Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and incredibly bold and stylish visuals courtesy of director Julie Taymor and cinematographer Luciano Tovoli.
4 'The Lion in Winter' (1968)
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The Lion in Winter was the first big movie Anthony Hopkins ever appeared in, already capable of giving a great performance while he was still in his early 30s. The film also contains a performance from an even younger Timothy Dalton, though the lead characters are played by Peter O'Toole and Katharine Hepburn.
RELATED: Remember When There Was an Oscar Tie for Best Actress?
It's essentially about family drama regarding picking an heir set in the Middle Ages, and feels a bit like Game of Thronesif no one got killed in some massively violent way every five minutes. It has a phenomenal screenplay, plenty of great dialogue, and a cast filled with talented actors who are collectively firing on all cylinders, making it one of the best films Hopkins ever appeared in.
3 'The Elephant Man' (1980)
Being counted among the best movies of 1980 is no easy task, given how strong of a year it was for cinema. Yet The Elephant Man deserves to be considered among that year's best, as it's an exceptional film, and an overall very moving biographical film about Joseph/John Merrick, and the struggles he faced in life because of his unique medical condition that drastically altered his physical appearance.
Hopkins plays a surgeon who rescues and then helps Merrick, being one of the few people in his life who seems to treat him as a person, rather than anything else. It's fantastically acted, features memorably stark black-and-white visuals, and also stands out for being one of the most (surprisingly) straightforward movies ever directed by David Lynch.
2 'The Father' (2020)
Despite being a relatively recent release, it's not too bold a claim to say that The Father might be one of the best (and most devastating) dramas of all time. It's about a man who's dealing with dementia, and he finds his condition getting progressively worse as the film goes on, leading to him questioning those he knows and even his very surroundings.
It's a heavy and disorienting watch, with the film aiming to make the viewer just as confused as the character at its center. It does this unnervingly well, making The Father one of the most psychologically intense films in recent memory. Anthony Hopkins is phenomenal in the lead role, too, and won his second Oscar for it, becoming the oldest person to win an Academy Award for acting, getting the award at the age of 83.
1 'The Silence of the Lambs' (1991)
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Speaking of Oscars: Anthony Hopkins won his first for The Silence of the Lambs, which is also perhaps the greatest film he ever featured in. It's the first (and best) time Hopkins played Hannibal Lecter, with the plot of this crime thriller seeing a young FBI agent, Clarice Starling, using the assistance of a captive Lecter to help her hunt down a potentially more dangerous serial killer known as Buffalo Bill.
From the lead performances of Hopkins and Jodie Foster, to the perfect screenplay, to the perfect pacing and excellent blend of crime, thriller, and horror genres, The Silence of the Lambs delivers in every way. It won Best Picture (among other Oscars), and is easily one of the best and most iconic movies of the 1990s, justifiably standing as the best movie Anthony Hopkins ever starred in.
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Paul Reubens reprised his role in the surprising 2016 Netflix sequel, Pee-wee's Big Holiday, to marvelous success.
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The Big Picture Pee-wee's Big Holiday successfully brings back the beloved character of Pee-wee Herman, proving that Paul Reubens can still play the role after three decades.
The film avoids sequel clichés by keeping a simple and uncynical plot, focusing on Pee-wee's charm and comedic scenarios.
Pee-wee's Big Holiday modernizes the narrative by subtly exploring a love story between Pee-wee and Joe Manganiello, showing the film's inclusiveness and relevance in today's cinema culture.
There is no phrase in Hollywood’s recent history that’s been more popular than the “legacy sequel.” Films like Creed, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Jurassic World, and David Gordon Green’s Halloween essentially remade the first film in their respective franchises, but used it to usher in a new generation of heroes and play on the audience’s nostalgia. At their best, legacy sequels like Top Gun: Maverick and Blade Runner 2049 have been able to re-energize their franchises with emotional follow-ups; at their worst, films like 2015’s Vacation or Independence Day: Resurgence have felt like nothing but unneeded retreads. Surprisingly, one of the best legacy sequels in recent memory came in the form of Netflix’s 2016 comedy feature Pee-wee’s Big Holiday. While the notion of a new Pee-wee film three decades later seemed like a disastrous proposal doomed to embarrass those involved, the late great Paul Reubens was able to bring the same character back and retain the magical spirit of his most iconic character.
‘Pee-wee’s Big Holiday’ Respected Paul Reubens’ Character
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Paul Reubens first developed the character of Pee-wee Herman as a stage persona and later expanded the role in an HBO special that led Tim Burton to create the 1985 comedy classic Pee-wee’s Big Adventure. The film was not only a breakthrough for Burton, but proof that Reubens could sustain the charisma behind the Pee-wee character for an entire narrative. At their worst, movies inspired by sketches like Coneheads failed to do anything interesting with what was essentially a single joke, but Pee-wee’s Big Adventure featured Reubens giving an actual performance. Pee-wee proved to be a character that had a real personality behind his comic appearance, and Pee-wee’s Big Holiday refreshingly retains the same wacky energy.
Pee-wee’s Big Holiday starts off by simply not acknowledging that it’s been thirty years later; it simply begins with Pee-wee still living in Fairview, where his skills as a chef at a local diner have charmed the local population. It’s when Pee-wee befriends the actor Joe Manganiello (who appears as himself) that he sets off on an adventure to New York City in order to attend Manganiello’s birthday party. The conflict isn’t derived from any silly plot device, but due to the inherent kindness of Pee-wee. He knows that getting to attend Manganiello’s birthday will mean the world to his new best friend, and wants to do everything in his power to make him smile. This is the perfect motivation for Pee-wee, and shows that director John Lee understood why Reubens’ character had become so endearing in the first place. The real test was whether or not Reubens could still play a character that he had created over three decades ago.
The answer? He most certainly could. Paul Reubens apparently didn’t seem to age at all since his last appearance as Pee-wee, and he easily slips back into the character as he goes from one goofy scenario to another. Since the plot isn’t very complicated, the responsibility fell on Reubens to maximize the potential of each scene. It’s absolutely hilarious to watch Pee-wee mess around with a flying car, flee from a farmer that wants to wed him to one of his daughters, or hitch a ride from a group of traveling salesmen, as Reubens acts like Pee-wee is trying to maintain his composure when he’s clearly under a lot of stress. Even when he’s just making goofy faces as he rides on the back of Manganiello’s motorcycle, Reubens proves why the spirit behind Pee-wee’s youthful sense of adventure is still so charming after so many years have passed.
RELATED: 7 Legacy Sequels To Watch After 'Top Gun: Maverick' To Satisfy Your Nostalgia
‘Pee-wee’s Big Holiday’ Avoids Sequel Clichés
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The plot is remarkably uncynical and simple, giving Paul Reubens enough time in each scenario to maximize the potential of each joke. This marked an improvement over the previous attempt at a sequel to Pee-wee’s Big Adventure; the 1988 sequel Big Top Pee-wee had failed the character by attempting to go bigger and weirder; this undercut the magic that Pee-wee inherently had. Pee-wee simply getting into trouble and charming everyone with his winning personality was all that was needed, and Pee-wee’s Big Holiday kept that sense of optimism. The film draws its value from the chemistry between Manganiello and Herman, and the unlikely duo somehow transforms into the oddly perfect comic pairing.
Joe Manganiello has been a rising star over the last few years and had first shown his brilliance in comedy in 2015’s Magic Mike XXL. There’s an obvious line that the film is drawing between Reubens and Manganiello; he shows up in Fairview flexing his muscles and riding a massive motorbike like a hunk straight out of a fantasy romance sequence. His hyper-masculinity couldn’t be any more different than Pee-wee’s whimsical aloofness, so seeing two characters that are modeled to feel like complete opposites has an inherent comedic value. It’s hilarious to watch Manganiello become charmed by Pee-wee and attempt to look at the world the same way he does; however, it was even funnier to see Pee-wee try to impress his new friend by acting tougher.
Legacy sequels often fail if they rely too heavily on nostalgia instead of modernizing the narratives for the audience of today. Instead of forcing the audience to deal with a ton of callbacks to Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, Pee-wee’s Big Holiday pushed the boundaries in terms of its social message. It’s rather obviously a love story between Pee-wee and Mangallieno, a subtext that was much easier to tackle in 2016 than it was in 1985. While the film never crosses the line and confirms that their bond was romantic, the innuendo was also part of the joke. It showed that after three decades, Reubens was interested in using the freedom of today’s cinema culture and telling a Pee-wee story that was more inclusive.
Comedy sequels are often disastrous when they try to tell the same jokes as their predecessors, but Pee-wee’s Big Holiday marked a significant expansion of Pee-wee’s world and introduced him to places like New York that he had never been before. The fact that so much time had passed in between installments is just circumstantial; Reubens was able to slip seamlessly back into the role that defined his legacy.
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Disney's new take on the Haunted Mansion had a pretty bleak opening weekend, so we investigate whether the film can still break even.
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Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for 'Haunted Mansion'When the Walt Disney Company set the release date for their reimagining of Haunted Mansion, they probably expected it to scare up some solid box office scores. However, it turns out the scariest thing for Mickey Mouse this Summer wasn't a headless ghost host but was actually a life-size plastic doll and a pipe-smoking nuclear physicist. That's because the combined might of Barbie and Oppenheimer continues to dominate the Summer box office, shattering records well into its sophomore weekend. Plus, Haunted Mansion is also going against A24's Talk to Me, which has become the talk of the indie world and has been praised as one of the scariest films of the year.
This blow really could not have come at a worse time for the House of Mouse, as Disney really can't seem to catch a break this Summer. Despite getting off to a solid start with the moderate successes of The Little Mermaid and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, it's been downhill from there. Pixar's Elemental just barely broke even, and Lucasfilm's Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny woefully underperformed. If the underwhelming opening weekend of Haunted Mansion is any indication, it looks like Disney may be hitting a hat trick of three box office bombs in a row.
Honestly, Haunted Mansion's poor opening weekend is a real shame because the film truly is a fun ride (and vastly superior to the overly campy 2003 film). Director and former Disney cast member Justin Simien delivers a faithful adaptation of the popular attraction, packed with poignant themes, interesting practical effects, and engaging performances, especially from its lead star LaKeith Stanfield. Hopefully, the film will find new life on Disney+, but until then, here is a complete budget breakdown of Haunted Mansion.
Keep in mind that the full budgetary details for tentpole projects like Haunted Mansion are not typically shared publicly. As a result, much of the following is based on reported data, established net worth, etc.
Haunted Mansion Release Date 2023-07-28 Director Justin Simien Cast Jamie Lee Curtis, Rosario Dawson, Tiffany Haddish, Winona Ryder Rating PG-13 Runtime 122 minutes Main Genre Comedy Genres Comedy, Drama, Family
Budget for Haunted Mansion by Department
Cast
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Haunted Mansion boasts an impressive ensemble cast, which likely ate up most of the film's reported $150 million budget. Leading that cast is LaKeith Stanfield, who received an Oscar nomination for his gripping performance in Judas and the Black Messiah. Being the film's lead actor and with a reported net worth of about $4 million, that's likely the minimum Stanfield was paid for his role as tour guide Ben Matthias.
A big supporting player is Morbius' Jared Leto as The Hat Box Ghost, the film's main villain. It's one of the more perplexing casting choices in the film. Not because Leto is bad in the role, but his voice is so heavily modulated to the point where it feels like anyone could have voiced the character. Regardless, being an Oscar-winning actor, Leto's contribution likely did not come cheap. The rest of Ben's ghost-hunting crew includes Ahsoka's Rosario Dawson as Gabbie, Loki's Owen Wilson as Father Kent, Solar Opposites's Tiffany Haddish as Harriet, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's Danny DeVito as Bruce, and The Harder They Fall's Chase Dillon as Travis. While some of these actors do have a higher net worth than Stanfield, they were likely paid less due to their supporting roles. Still, we'll assume that most of them were paid at least $4 million a piece.
Finally, there are the smaller cameo appearances from recognizable names. The most prominent of these is easily Jamie Lee Curtis, who plays the fortune-telling Madame Leota, shortly following her surprise appearance in Season 2 of The Bear. Other familiar faces who have smaller roles include Jo Koy (Easter Sunday), Winona Ryder (Stranger Things), and Dan Levy (Schitt's Creek). We estimate that the final total for the cast of Haunted Mansion likely lands somewhere between $50-$75 million, about half of the film's budget.
VFX
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Haunted Mansion 2023 features a welcome blend of both practical and digital effects. With the exception of The Hat Box Ghost, who is primarily comprised of CGI in most cases, the rest of the ghosts are brought to the afterlife through make-up and prosthetics, with a digital hue blue added in post to give them that ghoulish feel. The average budget for blockbusters of this size is typically about $65 million, which would be a fair estimate for Haunted Mansion given the digital and practical effects it utilizes.
Filming Locations
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Haunted Mansion conducted almost all of its exterior filming in New Orleans, Louisiana, which seems appropriate given that the Haunted Mansion ride is located in the New Orleans-inspired area of Disneyland, California. The interior mansion shots were likely performed on a soundstage in Atlanta, Georgia - a regular filming location for Disney and other major studios. Filming fees for New Orleans, particularly in the city's parks, can go up to as high as $5,000 per day. Atlanta is a common spot for filming due to Georgia's famously generous tax incentives for productions.
RELATED: 'Haunted Mansion' Director Justin Simien Shares His Incredible Real-Life "Ghost Wink"
The Costs of Promoting Haunted Mansion
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Haunted Mansion's advertising campaign technically began behind closed doors at the 2022 D23 Expo, when Justin Simien took the stage to reveal some exclusive footage and reveal that Jamie Lee Curtis would be in the film. Marketing for the film continued with the debut trailer in March 2023, when the first trailer and posters made their way publicly online. Disney also utilized some viral stunts to market the film, such as having the cast appear on Celebrity Family Feud, as well as having LaKeith Stanfield, Owen Wilson, and Jamie Lee Curtis become cast members at the Haunted Mansion ride for a day to surprise Disneyland guests. With the average blockbuster budget being between $65 million and $200 million, we would say Haunted Mansion's is on the lower end between $65 million and $150 million.
How Much Does Haunted Mansion Need to Make at the Box Office to Break Even?
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The final reported production budget of Haunted Mansion is about $150 million, with the likely maximum advertising budget being around the same amount. That means in order to break even, Haunted Mansion will need to conjure somewhere around $300 million. In order to be considered a successful scare, Haunted Mansion will likely need to make about $500 million. That's a frightening task for Disney, mainly due to how the film fizzled during its opening weekend.
How's Haunted Mansion Doing at the Box Office So Far?
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Audiences don't seem to be coming out to socialize with Haunted Mansion, as the film had one of the weakest opening weekends of the Summer so far. With a global opening weekend of just $33 million, that's a lower debut take than both Elemental and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. It's also the lowest opening weekend for a Disney film in 2023. Both of those prior Disney-produced films, while considered financial failures at the box office, did manage to barely break even at the box office with each making around $300 million at the global box office so far.
Haunted Mansion breaking even in the following weeks is certainly possible, but this upcoming weekend is going to have stiff competition. The critically acclaimed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is gaining quite a bit of traction online and releases early on Wednesday, August 2. Things won't get any easier on Friday, with Meg 2: The Trench hoping to repeat the international success of its predecessor.
How Does Haunted Mansion's Box Office Projections Compare to the 2003 Film?
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The Haunted Mansion from 2003, starring Eddie Murphy, made almost exactly the same amount of money in its opening weekend as the 2023 film did with $24.3 million. While not a giant success, the original movie did break even with a final box office total of $182 million. While Haunted Mansion breaking even isn't impossible, it needs to make up a lot of ground given its Disney's lowest opening of the year. Either way, the prospects of Haunted Mansion being the third Disney-produced film in a row to bomb at the box office seems probable.
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Boy Meets World is largely wholesome, but Disney Channel decided these three episodes were too racy for their young viewers.
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The Big Picture Some episodes of the beloved sitcom Boy Meets World were removed from syndication due to their controversial content, including underage drinking and sexual innuendo.
Despite tackling serious topics with restraint and good-natured humor, the Disney Channel deemed these episodes inappropriate for viewers and never aired them.
With the rise of streaming services, these banned episodes have become accessible again, but their past censorship seems baffling when viewed through a modern lens.
Though many television series have had the misfortune of particular episodes being removed from syndication, the respective reasoning behind such bans has widely varied. From violence to sexuality to otherwise provocative content, all manner of taboo has sparked backlash from audiences and critics alike. And while one may expect this kind of hand-wringing to be associated with certain kinds of boundary-pushing shows, the fact remains that some of television's more straightforward fare has ruffled feathers from time to time. With the advent of home video and streaming services, however, these bans are largely temporary as viewers have acquired a range of ways to access episodes that had been axed from reruns.
With 158 episodes over a seven-year-run, Boy Meets World proved to be one of the most beloved sitcoms of the 1990s, but even this light-hearted series chronicling the coming-of-age hijinks of Cory Matthews (Ben Savage), Shawn Hunter (Rider Strong), and Topanga Lawrence (Danielle Fishel) couldn't escape controversy. Between the show's fifth and sixth seasons, three episodes would ultimately cause enough of a stir to be removed from syndication on the Disney Channel after originally airing on ABC. As was and continues to be the case with the majority of sitcoms about adolescence and young adulthood, Boy Meets World touched on some quintessential topics with restraint, tastefulness, and good-natured humor, making the response to this trio of episodes that much more baffling.
'Boy Meets World' Addressed Underage Drinking in Season 5
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The 18th episode of Boy Meets World's fifth season saw Cory struggling to cope in the aftermath of his and Topanga's break-up. As so many angst-ridden teenagers do, he decides to try his hand at drinking to loosen up and have fun. After he ropes Shawn into taking some slugs of whiskey at a party, the pair get busted after urinating on a cop car. While Cory quickly does an about-face and swears off alcohol, Shawn takes a liking to it and continues indulging. But when his drinking escalates, and he brushes off his concerned friends, things come to a head when he gets physically aggressive with his on-and-off girlfriend Angela (Trina McGee).
Dubbed "If You Can't Be With the One You Love," this episode tackled the universal issue of underage drinking with a deft combination of irreverent humor and sensitivity. Per the sitcom formula, Cory and Shawn learn the error of their ways and come through the 22-minute episode largely unscathed, though the latter has to confront some personal demons in the process. As Shawn's brother Jack (Matthew Lawrence) addresses, alcoholism runs in their family and was a driving factor in their father's inability to maintain a relationship. While the episode largely avoids coming off like a generic after-school special on the perils of addiction, the powers that be at the Disney Channel deemed it inappropriate for their viewers and never broadcast it.
Disney Channel Also Banned This Season 5 "Will They Or Won't They?" Episode
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Just a couple of months after "If You Can't Be With the One You Love" dropped, ABC aired "Prom-ises, Prom-ises." Having mostly rekindled their relationship, Cory and Topanga go to their Senior Prom and contemplate going all the way. While the word "sex" is never even uttered throughout the episode, bits of innuendo and wink-wink references come in droves. After Cory and Topanga check into a hotel room, the episode takes a decidedly silly turn when the former's parents — who just discovered they have another child on the way — check into the same hotel for their own night of fun. Shenanigans ensue, with Cory and his father accidentally and awkwardly gaining access to one another's room, and ultimately the teenage couple hold off on their big night after having second thoughts.
As it turns out, the brass at Disney Channel wouldn't be the only ones to have an issue with the episode. Decades after it aired, Rider Strong expressed reservations he had at the time of filming it. According to People, the actor revealed,
"I remember being very upset during that entire week. I was very upset with the adults on our set — the way that they were approaching this, specifically because we were not discussing safe sex. The fact that we would not bring up Cory and Topanga using condoms or having a discussion about birth control at all, and yet the entire episode was about whether 'will they' or 'will they not'...I just remember being so upset, and I brought it up. I remember talking to Michael Jacobs about it, saying, 'Can we talk about this?'"
Danielle Fishel echoed a similar sentiment and said, "I don't have specific memories other than just, kind of, ickiness about the week." Though it was tame by most standards and played more for laughs than a dramatic meditation on teenage sex, the episode never saw the light of day on Disney Channel reruns.
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The Final Banned 'Boy Meets World' Episode Was Deemed Too Racy for Disney
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A year after "Prom-ises, Prom-ises" aired, what would become Boy Meets World's third and final banned episode premiered. After a series of petty truths about one another come to light, Cory and Topanga pursue a relationship policy of pure, unfiltered honesty. But no good deed goes unpunished as their newfound level of brutal truth-telling backfires. As is often the case, their behavior reverberates through their entire social circle, culminating in an uncomfortable gathering among friends where the highest priority is honesty. Once again, the culprit responsible for the Disney Channel's refusal to air the episode was sexual content.
As harsh truths fly unabated and tensions flare, sexual frustration comes to the fore as Cory expresses a desire to take his relationship with Topanga to the next level. At the same time, Shawn and Angela, despite not being in a relationship, have their moment in the spotlight when they consider the idea of engaging in casual sex without any real commitment or consequence. Much like the previously controversial episode, "The Truth About Honesty" is all bark and no bite, merely scratching the surface of sexuality while restraining itself from being too provocative or explicit for such a series.
Though the Disney Channel removed these three episodes from their Boy Meets World catalog of reruns, such censorship lasted only so long. As streaming services began coming out of the woodwork in the 2010s, all sorts of episodes from numerous TV series began reappearing for viewers to check out, albeit with some exceptions for those deemed too offensive for various reasons. With hindsight as clear as day, however, one can't help but take another look at this trio of episodes through a modern lens and chuckle at the fact that they were considered too problematic and racy for audiences.
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The Big Picture Arrested Development is a popular sitcom with hilariously selfish characters, centered around the dysfunctional Bluth family and their misadventures.
George Michael is the least selfish Bluth, constantly caring for others and prioritizing their feelings over his own.
Lucille Bluth is considered the most selfish member, cold and unloving to her children, and even the mastermind behind the family's financial crimes.
Arrested Development is famous for the hilarious selfishness of its central characters, the incredibly dysfunctional Bluth family. Anchored by Michael Bluth (Jason Bateman) who views himself as the most reasonable member of the family, the series explores the Bluths' many misadventures after family patriarch George Sr. (Jeffrey Tambor) is arrested for severe financial crimes.
Created by Mitchell Hurwitz and first aired in 2003, the enduring popularity and comedic legacy of Arrested Development is undeniable. The narcissism and immorality of its main characters have cemented the Bluths as some of TV's most iconic sitcom characters, and determining who among them is the worst is no easy feat.
11 George Michael Bluth
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George Michael Bluth (Michael Cera) is by far the least selfish member of the family. In the original run of the show, George Michael is characterized primarily by his good-heartedness and shy demeanor, as well as his complicated romantic relationships with Ann (Mae Whitman) and his cousin Maeby (Alia Shawkat).
RELATED: Here's Why You Should Give Seasons 4 and 5 of 'Arrested Development' Another Chance
Although he self-actualizes more in the series reboot, George Michael remains the Bluth with the least criminal and immoral behavior on his record. He deeply cares for others and is able to prioritize their feelings over his, which he has to do frequently to protect his family members' fragile egos.
10 Hel-loh 'Annyong' Bluth
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Hel-loh 'Annyong' Bluth (Justin Lee) is adopted into the family from Korea when Lucille (Jessica Walter) wants to make Buster (Tony Hale) jealous. As a result of the language barrier and lack of attention paid to him by the other family members, Annyong initially keeps a low profile and stays out of the Bluth family's chaos, with his worst deeds being refusing to share food with Buster.
However, in Arrested Development, season 3, episode 13, "Development Arrested" it is revealed that Annyong is in fact a mole intent on exacting revenge against the Bluth family on behalf of his biological family. Annyong is sneaky and underhanded in his scheming, but his allegiance to his biological family is arguably the very opposite of selfish.
9 Byron 'Buster' Bluth
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Buster Bluth is the youngest of the Bluth siblings, and grew up extremely emotionally stunted and unhealthily attached to his mother Lucille. In line with this, his actions are usually motivated by his desire to either impress or annoy Lucille. In one of the show's best episodes, he even ends up losing his hand to a "loose seal" in one of his attempts to spite her.
As a Bluth, Buster certainly has his fair share of selfish moments, shirking responsibility whenever he can and throwing childish tantrums when he doesn't get his own way. Buster is defined by his cowardice and anxiety, but has a much higher capacity for genuine kindness than his siblings, making his behavior less egregious.
8 Oscar Bluth
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Oscar Bluth (Jeffrey Tambor), the twin brother of George Sr. and biological father of Buster, is portrayed as a stoner and a slacker who is deeply infatuated with Lucille. Because of his and George's identical looks, he is used as the scapegoat for serious crimes, being sent to jail unable to prove his true identity.
RELATED: The Best Running Gags on 'Arrested Development'
Although he is often the victim of their behavior, Oscar shares the selfishness characteristic of the Bluth family. Oscar has no motivation or drives in life and prefers to simply live off of handouts, even tricking Michael into investing $10,000 into a financially untenable lemon grove for his own gain. However, Oscar's weakness for Lucille and overall lack of malice make his selfishness far less dangerous than that of many of his relatives.
7 Maeby Fünke
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Maeby Fünke, the daughter of Lindsay (Portia de Rossi) and Tobias (David Cross), is a confident and crafty young woman who is adept at lying to and manipulating others to get her own way. Maeby frequently engages in schemes for power, money and attention, such as portraying a disabled alter-ego at school, lying to the police, and fraudulently becoming a movie executive as a teenager.
Maeby was raised by parents who paid very little attention to the inner workings of her life and offered no consequences for poor behavior. Although Maeby is manipulative and self-centered, her young age and toxic environment make her behavior somewhat more justifiable.
6 Nichael 'Michael' Bluth
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Michael Bluth certainly perceives himself to be morally superior to his family members, but he has inherited many of their narcissistic and selfish tendencies. While Michael does attempt to solve problems the family faces, his motive is often the satisfaction he receives from feeling better than them.
RELATED: The 10 TV Shows With the Best Narration, Ranked by IMDb
Michael's genuine love and care for his family, especially his son George Michael, is his primary redeeming quality. Although his first instincts are often selfish, he is willing to change and grow for the betterment of his relationships with his loved ones, and demonstrates this quality throughout the series.
5 Tobias Fünke
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Lindsay's husband and Maeby's father Tobias Fünke is an aspiring actor and former psychotherapist. Tobias is defined by his obliviousness above all else - he is completely ignorant of the lives of his family members, constantly chasing his own idiosyncratic desires instead.
Tobias' genuine cluelessness is the explanation behind much of his selfish behavior, and while his attempts are usually poorly executed, he does try to understand and connect with his daughter. However, the extent to which Tobias exists in his own world displays an indefensible level of selfishness, making him perfectly at home in the Bluth family.
4 George Oscar 'G.O.B.' Bluth
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G.O.B. (Will Arnett) is the eldest Bluth sibling, and one of the most poorly-adjusted members of the family. Lacking the intelligence of Lindsay and Michael as well as the empathy of Buster, G.O.B. usually attempts to find fulfillment through acts of grandiosity and showmanship, such as in his job as a stage magician.
Almost all of G.O.B.'s behavior displays his narcissistic and selfish tendencies, from his constant bragging and mocking others to his choice to always travel via Segway. Although he is willing to work with others and does genuinely show tenderness to his siblings at times, G.O.B.'s actions are some of the family's worst.
3 Lindsay Fünke
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Lindsay Fünke, the only daughter among the Bluth children, is characterized primarily by her vapidity and self-obsession. She derives most of her feelings of self-worth from materialism, male attention, and performative acts of charity, having been raised on a combination of being financially spoiled and verbally degraded by her mother.
RELATED: 10 Eccentric Characters Who Would Be Great On a Reality TV Show
Although a better mother than Lucille, Lindsay pays very little attention to her daughter Maeby. Lindsay prioritizes her image above all else, even using charity work specifically as an attention-seeking tactic. She may not be irredeemable, but Lindsay certainly is extremely selfish.
2 George Bluth, Sr.
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From grand theft to "light treason", there is seemingly no boundary George Bluth, Sr. won't cross to further his goals. George Sr. is willing to use, manipulate and mistreat even his closest family members like his twin brother and children, and repeatedly does so throughout the series' run.
The extent of George Sr's selfishness is perfectly encompassed by a scheme in which he fakes his death to avoid prison time, leading most of his family to believe he is really gone, with barely a second thought about their feelings. A bad businessman, bad husband and even worse father, George Sr. is one of the most selfish Bluths by far.
1 Lucille Bluth
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Although she has some strong competition for the title, Lucille is the most selfish member of the Bluth family. Considered one of television's worst mothers, Lucille is cold and unloving to her children, frequently pitting them against each other to maintain the upper hand.
The extent of Lucille's harsh and often cruel behavior is remarkable, and her complete lack of care for others' wants and needs is astonishing. Eventually revealed to even be the mastermind behind the family's financial crimes, Lucille's selfishness manages to upstage even the very worst of her family members.
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The fourth episode of The Afterparty Season 2 not only was an absolute delight, but it also cemented its main character as the real MVP of the show.
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After a brilliant first run that many believed would be a miniseries, Apple TV+'s The Afterparty has returned for a second season. However, what remains to be seen is whether this new iteration of the show is as brilliant as the original one. Though it does have its moments, such as Grace's (Poppy Liu) Jane Austen-inspired retelling of events, Season 2 of The Afterparty has been somewhat uneven, often eliciting no reaction from viewers instead of the expected laughs and chuckles. However, the series' fourth episode not only was an absolute delight to watch, but it also cemented its main character as the real MVP of the show.
Based on the movies of Wes Anderson, more specifically in 2001's The Royal Tenenbaums, Hannah's (Anna Konkle) version of what happened at Grace and Edgar's (Zach Woods) wedding was one of the best half-an-hours of television this year so far — and those that had been paying attention to both the show and Konkle’s career surely expected nothing less. After her brilliant performance, as well as her equally brilliant writing, beside Maya Erskine in Hulu’s subversive tween comedy PEN15, Konkle should very well be recognized as one of the greatest comedic voices of her generation. In The Afterparty, her take on the adopted daughter of a wealthy family fits seamlessly into the universe created by showrunner Christopher Miller. Hannah’s presence makes all episodes, even the ones that she is not central to, funnier and more absurd, lending a Wes Anderson-y veneer to every scene that she is in that makes it immediately more entertaining.
Related: It’s Time to Crown Anna Konkle Queen of Cringe Comedy
Hannah Is a Perfect Addition to 'The Afterparty' Season 2
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From the get-go, it was pretty clear that Konkle’s character took inspiration from Gwyneth Paltrow’s Margot Tenenbaum, one of the many protagonists of Anderson’s seminal film. Her remarks about being adopted whenever she is introduced as Edgar’s sister mimic Royal Tenenbaum’s (Gene Hackman) constant reminders about the status of his only daughter. It’s a masterful touch that makes the strange family into which Grace is marrying a hell of a lot weirder.
The Royal Tenenbaums tells the story of a wealthy family of young geniuses that, having grown up with a distant father that constantly pitted them against one another, become enclosed in their own idiosyncrasies. Hannah, with her yurt and her love for old typewriters and poisonous plants, fits perfectly in the world of the film and also in the small universe of The Afterparty Season 2. Her background helps make the family comprised of a constantly spaced-out mother (Isabel, played by Elizabeth Perkins) and her socially awkward, lizard-loving son all the more peculiar and bizarre. Oddly enough, she also helps to humanize them through her preposterous quaintness and out-of-touch remarks: when put side by side with Hannah, Isabel and Edgar both feel like more reasonable individuals, even if their three-person ensemble is still something to behold.
Hannah also stands out in Season 2 of The Afterparty because her character doesn’t feel shoehorned, unlike some other additions to the plot — take, for instance, Grace’s Funcle Ulysses (John Cho). Even though Cho in his cowboy-ish traveler ensemble is definitely a sight for sore eyes, there’s no denying that Ulysses does not seem like he belongs to Grace’s family of middle-class businesspeople. One could say that this is precisely the point, that his character is supposed to be a black sheep of sorts, but there’s a difference between estranged and detached. The way Ulysses is written, it doesn’t feel like he’s part of the family, but more like the writers really wanted to parody a specific kind of movie, and so they just threw the character in there and hoped it would stick. The same goes for Paul Walter Hauser’s Redditor type, Travis, who really doesn’t seem like the kind of guy Grace (or anyone) would date and appears to have been added to the story just so that the writers could include a noir-style episode.
Hannah’s Episode of 'The Afterparty' Season 2 Is the Ultimate Wes Anderson Parody
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Hannah, on the other hand, fits her family like a perfectly tailored glove, and the mind-movie that she is going to star in is pretty evident from the moment that she first appears on-screen. As soon as you lay eyes on Hannah, it becomes clear that she is a Wes Anderson character, if not for her physical and fashion sense-wise resemblance to Paltrow’s Margot, then for the way she talks about her plants and, of course, about being adopted. Never in the short history of The Afterparty has a kind of movie been so adequate for a character, not even Brett’s (Ike Barinholtz) Fast and Furious-like action flick or Indigo’s (Genevieve Angelson) quick French new wave-inspired stint from Season 1.
The Afterparty's take on Anderson is one of the best ever. From the extremely symmetric tableaus, present even in the scenes that take place outside of Hannah’s memories, to the twee needle drops of acts like Belle and Sebastian, everything in the episode screams of Anderson. With Hannah being herself a direct reference to a Royal Tenenbaums character, it is the director’s 2001 film that the show chooses as its particular target. Scenes and shots such as the record spinning on the portable player and Margot’s depressive reclusion to her home’s bathtub are copied all but verbatim, and Hannah’s third-person narration equates her with the Tenenbaum children in their wasted potential as precocious geniuses.
But the real cherry on top of the really symmetrical pastel cake is Hannah’s affair with Grace. In The Royal Tenenbaums, one of the many secrets of the titular dysfunctional family is the forbidden love between Margot and her (adopted) brother Richie (Luke Wilson). Unable to properly act on her feelings, Margot begins an affair with the family’s neighbor-turned-fourth-brother Eli Cash (Owen Wilson), a pulp writer who enjoys feigning importance. In The Afterparty, this plot is replaced with Hannah having a secret relationship with her sister-in-law-to-be and getting hit on by a drunk Sebastian (Jake Whitehall), Edgar’s business partner who is treated more as a member of the family than Zoë’s (Zoe Chao) date, who’s basically an in-law himself.
Konkle shines in this universe, practically being possessed by the spirit of Margot Tenenbaum herself. Her performance invites laughter, but also a certain dose of melancholy: her story is told in a fun way, but is also an honest tale of star-crossed love. It’s a level of honesty that no other episode in the show so far has reached, and a level of amusement that none of the previous episodes in this second season had managed to achieve. There are still six episodes and six mind-movies to come in The Afterparty Season 2, and maybe one of them will be able to surpass Konkle’s — but let it be known that the competition is fierce.
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From Interstellar to Saving Private Ryan, these 10 well-liked movie endings should have been tweaked, according to Reddit.
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A well-crafted closure is a crucial part of filmmaking as it often showcases the main themes of a film and sends out a final message to viewers. However, movie endings can either fall short of viewers' expectations or make for the most remarkable moment in a film. Therefore, leaving a mark on viewers through a carefully crafted ending is undoubtedly essential.
On Reddit, cinephiles share which movie endings were huge letdowns or simply had the potential of being a lot better, even suggesting alternatives. These are some of the most interesting takes on film endings on the platform, from Interstellar to Lincoln.
The following article contains spoilers for the movies discussed.
10 'Interstellar' (2014)
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Interstellar is a science fiction masterpiece starring Matthew McConaughey. It takes place in a dystopian future, where humanity is facing catastrophic blight and famine. Cooper, McConaughey's character, is compelled to join a team of astronauts on a mission through a wormhole near Saturn, searching for a new habitable home for mankind.
RELATED: 'Interstellar' Is the Least Nolanesque Movie — and That's Why It Works
Featuring perhaps one of the most memorable — and arguably puzzling — movie endings of all time, Interstellar is a treasured film in many aspects. However, JellyRollGeorge believes it could have benefited from a different closure: "Anything else instead of the love is a tesseract or whatever so now I'm a ghost in your bookcase thing," the user wrote.
9 'I Am Legend' (2007)
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This 2007 post-apocalyptic movie based on the 1954 horror novel of the same name by American writer Richard Matheson stars Will Smith in the lead role and follows Dr. Robert Neville's journey to finding the cure to a deadly virus that has killed everyone in New York, leaving no one but him and his dog behind.
I Am Legendhas two different endings: While Robert sacrifices himself in the original one, he discovers that the hemocytes actually came for the female he captured earlier in the film in the alternate version. This seems to be TRNRLogan's preference: "Just give us the original end as the theatrical version," they wrote.
8 'The Mist' (2007)
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This science fiction horror by Frank Darabont revolves around a freak storm that releases a bloodthirsty species of creatures in a small town. In the meantime, a group of citizens takes refuge in a supermarket and battles for survival against these terrifying creatures.
Based on the 1980 novella of the same name by iconic author Stephen King, which has had many of his works adapted to the big screen over the years, The Mistis an intriguing film that Redditors believe could've been better with a much more different ending. "The ending of The Mist completely ruined the movie for me," movieguy95453 explained. "I would have preferred a much more ambiguous ending where the fate of the survivors is unknown."
7 'Snowpiercer' (2013)
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Set in 2031, Snowpiercer offers audiences a thought-provoking premise surrounding a world where an experiment to tackle climate change turned out to be a failure, causing the extinction of all life forms except for the people who took refuge on the Snowpiercer, a train that circles the planet.
Theyusedthelamppost, for one, believes that the Bong Joon Ho film is excellent except for the ending. The user suggests two alternate versions, one in which "Chris Evans finds an older version of himself at the front of the train," and the other where "there's no one at the front of the train, it's all automated."
6 'Promising Young Woman' (2020)
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Directed by Emerald Fennell, Promising Young Woman is a crime drama starring Carey Mulligan as Cassandra, a young woman who is deeply disturbed and traumatized by an impactful event in her past. Because of this, she seeks revenge against those who wronged her.
RELATED: Thriller Antiheroes That Fans Ended Up Rooting For
While Promising Young Woman is clever and provides audiences with an interesting premise, it is arguably not very well executed towards its end, ultimately being both shocking and incredibly disappointing given the message it sends. According to frenchtoasterss, the men getting away "with bad things they did with no consequences or maybe a slap on the wrist" would make for a much more realistic and thought-provoking ending than the victim just ending her life.
5 'Law Abiding Citizen' (2009)
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Starring Gerard Butler in the lead role, Law Abiding Citizen is an action drama by director F. Gary Gray that tells the story of a disgruntled man after a plea bargain sets one of his family's killers free. Understandably, he decides to take justice into his own hands.
As it would seem, Law Abiding Citizen ending is not very much appreciated by Reddit users on the platform, starting with a now-deleted user who commented "Just throw away the entire third act and start over." In a different post, Needless-To-Say wrote: "The end came as a surprise to the main character, why? It's exactly what he planned all along."
4 'Glass' (2019)
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This 2019 film serves as a crossover and sequel to Shyamalan's previous films Unbreakable (2000) and Split (2016). This movie marks the end of the Unbreakable trilogy and focuses on David Dunn (played by Bruce Willis), a security guard who uses his special powers to pursue Kevin Wendell Crumb (James McAvoy), a man with 24 different personalities.
"The ending may have been planned..., but I did NOT enjoy the ending. In the movies, the hero should prevail. Not get drowned in a puddle," a deleted account said with some others agreeing. "I always felt the way it ended was a disservice to Bruce Willis's character," shadownight311 also shared their opinion on Glass's closure.
3 'Titanic' (1997)
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In James Cameron's iconic movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, viewers look back at the tragic sinking of the ill-fated British ship. Titanic mostly centers on the romance between a 17-year-old aristocrat and a poor artist abroad on a luxurious cruise.
Combining facts and fiction, this 1997 drama remains a timeless classic today, with some people still refusing to accept its tragic, unforgettable, and much-discussed ending. "Put both your life jackets under the door, boom, you can both survive now," 84121629 said, to which CommunityFan_LJ replied, "I'm sure it could have supported the both of them."
2 'Saving Private Ryan' (1998)
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One of the most favored war dramas out there, the critically acclaimed Saving Private Ryan by talented director Steven Spielberg depicts the aftermath of the Normandy Landings, in which a team of American soldiers ventures into enemy territory to rescue a paratrooper whose siblings have died while serving in the war.
When it comes to movie endings that viewers would absolutely love to rewrite, the 1998 film's one is highly mentioned on the platform. "Instead of succeeding and the whole 'Earn it.' part, they fail and Ryan dies in the last battle, and the old man at the cemetery is revealed to be Upham, who lived because he was too scared to move," bongo1100 suggested.
1 'Lincoln' (2012)
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Starring the undeniably talented Oscar-winner Daniel Day-Lewis, this 2012 biography of the political figure makes for captivating and educational viewing. Set during the American Civil War, Lincoln follows the former president's struggles to deal with the violence on the battlefield as well as the resistance from various members of his own cabinet regarding the emancipation of the slaves.
"I found the superimposed ghost-Abe over the candle to be rather cheesy, so I would have ended the film before his death," a deleted user suggested. On a different post, another deleted account admitted that they think the movie "should have ended when he walks away to go to the play."
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Before Barbie, Ryan Gosling already had an impressive musical career, from being a Mouseketeer to starring in La La Land.
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The Big Picture Barbie earned $500 million in just one week, thanks to its star-studded cast, moving story, and iconic soundtrack, with "I'm Just Ken" standing out.
Ryan Gosling's musical career began on The Mickey Mouse Club, where he showcased his singing talent alongside Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears.
Gosling's crowning moment in his musical career is his role in La La Land, where he displayed his musical talent and chemistry with Emma Stone.
Barbie continues to dominate the theaters, having earned $500 million in just one week after its release. Directed by Greta Gerwig — the mind behind Lady Bird and Little Women — this pink-filled extravaganza amazed many viewers, young and old. It received generally positive reviews from critics for its themes and performances from its star-studded cast, including Margot Robbie as Barbie, Ryan Gosling as Ken, and America Ferrera as Gloria. Here, we see the dolls living their typical lives, until Barbie starts to think about existential things that only a human would, such as death. But besides the performances and moving story, another thing that made Barbie so successful is the soundtrack — and perhaps one of the most iconic things to come out of this soundtrack and film in its entirety is “I’m Just Ken,” and it certainly is the song that stands out from the rest. This song is the main musical moment in Barbie, brought to life by Gosling. Not a lot of people may know, but the actor actually has a pretty impressive musical history that goes back decades. Let's take a look at three stages of his career and their impact on his life.
Ryan Gosling Started His Career With 'The Mickey Mouse Club'
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After joining different talent shows — the stage of him which is forever solidified by a viral video of him dancing as a little kid — Gosling got his big break upon auditioning for a spot in The Mickey Mouse Club, where he stayed for a few years alongside Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, and Christina Aguilera. In Interview Magazine back in 2010, Gosling shared that his time with this Disney variety show was not as colorful as his co-stars, as he was not given enough screen time. Nevertheless, he starred in a couple of great musical performances, one of which is his singing "Cry for You" by Jodeci with Timberlake and a few of the other Mickey Mouse Club boys. While he was only a Mouseketeer for around two years, this job eventually granted him even more opportunities where he was able to keep his musical side alive.
Ryan Gosling Was in an Early 2000s Rock Duo, Dead Man’s Bones
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Not a lot of people may know the fact that Gosling was actually part of a band — a rock duo with Zach Shields, to be more specific. Named Dead Man’s Bones, the band was formed in the early 2000s and released their self-titled album in 2009. Their debut album was met with generally positive reviews, with songs such as “In the Room Where You Sleep,” which was even later featured in 2013’s The Conjuring.
Dead Man’s Bones performed live, such as a two-week tour in North America back in 2009. Things were going great for the upcoming band. Unfortunately, the band did not release more albums after this, and their status is basically inactive now. So, Dead Man’s Bones' reign was pretty short-lived, although their impact on many people has surely been important. Gosling eventually moved on with his career, especially regarding his acting career, and it’s obvious that he found his way into the industry, starring in dozens of movies throughout the years.
RELATED: Ryan Gosling Has Never Been Darker Than When He Played a Real-Life Murderer
'La La Land' Is the Crowning Moment in Gosling's Musical Career
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Of course, no one could ever forget about La La Land. This 2016 film, directed by Damien Chazelle, received dozens of accolades and recognition, such as a whopping 14 nominations from the Academy Awards — winning Best Actress, Best Director, Best Choreography, and even Best Original Song, among others. This romantic musical certainly cemented its mark on the genre and the industry as a whole. Gosling was also nominated for Best Actor but lost to Casey Affleck. Nevertheless, this film is one of Gosling’s best, and it is also here that he showed his musical talent once more.
La La Land is about two people falling in love as they both try to chase their dreams in sunny Los Angeles, with Mia (Emma Stone) wanting to be an actress and Seb (Gosling) wanting to be a huge jazz musician and a club owner. They move on with their relationship, even moving in together, but along the way, they slowly drift apart. In the end, after many years, the two see each other again, now living their lives separately — but there’s no anger — all that is left is the fondness and appreciation for what they had.
This film is essentially the accumulation of Gosling's past musical endeavors, and it did pay off extremely well. The stand-out song here is called “City of Stars,” performed by Gosling and Stone — the song that got an Oscar. This song is perhaps the showstopper, as it shows the couple falling more and more in love. It’s the heart of the film, and besides Stone’s lovely performance, Gosling also poured his heart out on the song, with just enough familiarity and vulnerability. Apart from the incredible chemistry between Stone and Gosling — considering that they have collaborated before in a couple of films — his performance as an individual is also what drove this film to reach such a successful status. Gosling brought something fresh to the table with his acting, and La La Land will surely be one to remember for a long time.
Ryan Gosling Has Always Been Musically Inclined
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So, it’s safe to say that Gosling is a multi-talented actor with an impressive filmography and discography. He has done it all — such as joining talent shows, variety shows, going on tour with a band, and starring in a critically acclaimed musical film. Singing “I’m Just Ken” when his character is having an existential crisis and even breaking out in a dance is surely not something he’s totally new at. It’s definitely not his first rodeo. He already knows how to sing and perform it well, and he’s already comfortable with an audience, which is why this song immediately became a fan favorite. Gosling absolutely crushes this comedic musical moment, managing to sing it with a perfect mix of drama, comedy, and everything in between — and it’s all thanks to his prior musical experience. Barbie just further proves how talented Gosling is, and hopefully, we get to see him in yet another musical.
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Charles Russell's 1988 remake of The Blob is getting a gooey collector's edition 4K UHD release from Scream Factory.
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The Big Picture The Blob, a cult classic horror film from the 80s, is being released in 4K for the first time by Scream Factory this fall.
The new release comes in two variations, with standard and premium options featuring different artwork by Devon Whitehead.
The Blob remake, known for its impressive special effects and gruesome kills, is considered by some to be better than the original and has become a beloved film over the years.
The 80s were full of unique horror films that have had a lasting impact on pop culture. However, one of the best remakes to come out of that decade was The Blob directed by Charles Russell. The 1988 monster movie pushed the boundaries of practical special effects work at the time to its limit. Now, marking the remake’s gooey 35th anniversary, Scream Factory is releasing The Blob in 4K for the very first time this Fall.
The new Collector’s Edition 4K release comes in two variations. The new standard 4K/Blu-ray combo pack comes with the remake’s traditional artwork of a woman stuck inside The Blob on both the slipcover and its companion poster for $35.99. However, if you buy the more premium release you’ll get an additional slipcover and poster done by artist Devon Whitehead for $39.98. The new artwork sees The Blob’s killer influence spreading throughout the ill-fated small town of Annerville as chaos ensues, and they try to contain it.
What’s The Blob About?
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Like the 1958 original, The Blob remake’s plot is very simple. A meteorite falls to Earth and a blob-like substance starts tearing the nearby town of Annerville to shreds. However, the reason you watch The Blob isn’t for the story, it’s for the mind-blowing special effects work that is still extremely impressive today. There were many creative ways the filmmakers got The Blob up to the more gruesome nature of the '80s. Every trick in the horror book was used to pull The Blob off and make it as scary as possible with miniatures, stop-motion animation, animatronics, and sculptures. That means this Blob is more aggressive and deadlier than ever thanks to added abilities like acid. Those techniques also led the way to some of the most gruesome kills to come out of '80s horror.
While the remake wasn’t a box office hit like the original film, it's become a cult classic in its own right in the last three and half decades. It’s the rare remake that can be argued is better than the original and the debate on which film is better will be ongoing for years to come. The Blob now joins other '80s gems like The Burning, My Bloody Valentine, Halloween III: Season of Witch, and Creepshow as titles in Scream Factory’s back catalog that have now come to 4K.
When’s The Blob Coming to 4K?
The Blob remake is coming to 4K on October 17, 2023. So that means horror fans' Halloween season just got a bit more goo-filled. You can pre-order both 4K versions of the film on Scream Factory’s website. While we wait to see The Blob's glorious madness on 4K, you can view the film’s trailer down below.
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Warner Robins police help ensure safety to students and school staff by installing speed cameras to school zones
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WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — The start of the new school year is Aug. 2, but it's also the end of the "warning" phase for the new speed cameras in several school zones. Warner Robins Police have placed multiple cameras at each end of school zones to help keep school areas safer.
These schools include Warner Robins High School, Northside High School, Love Joy Elementary School and Primary, and Huntington Middle School.
"I agree going through a school zone you need to be paying attention especially for the kid you know crossing the streets," Katerina Reynolds said.
Reynolds has two kids that go to school in Warner Robins, and she believes this is the right decision.
"I want to make sure they get to school safely and if that means having a rule or a policy to keep our children safe then I'm all for it," Reynolds said.
This policy may seem like a no-brainer for parents, but it's also essential for teen drivers going to high school. Reynolds thinks the responsibility of educating new drivers about the policy falls on the parents.
"As a parent, teaching your child and driving with them it's very easy to explain about speeding," Reynolds said. "I feel like if you're going to get behind the wheel of a car, you need to know the rules of the road and speeding is probably the top ten I would say."
Warner Robins Police Chief Roy Whitehead is the head of the operation and he set the primary objective as creating "a safe environment for our students and all community members."
"By deploying speed cameras near schools, we aim to defer speeding violations and encourage responsible driving habits," Whitehead said.
Whitehead also explained that this is only the beginning and there are plans to add more cameras as the school year gets underway.
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Todd Wilson said it's already hard enough finding work as an actor. But now, he's putting his creativity to a new use — making ends meet.
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MACON, Ga. — Todd Wilson isn't a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) member, but he supports the strike.
Its members have been striking since July 14, for things like higher pay and to tighten regulations on the use of artificial intelligence.
"You don't think about it affecting you until I guess it actually happens and things begin to shut down," Wilson said.
He's been an actor and voice-actor for years, appearing independent films and major motion pictures like 42, which had scenes shot in Macon.
Georiga has a large actor population because of the state's tax incentives for films.
According to the Georgia Department of Economic Development, the state "hosted 412 productions, represented by 32 feature films, 36 independent films, 269 television and episodic productions, 42 commercials, and 33 music videos between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022."
What started as a high school hobby for Wilson turned into a passion that he loves devoting his time to, which is why being out of work has been difficult for him.
Even though he's not a SAG member, production has shut down on many projects that affect everybody, including him.
To make ends meet, he's been donating plasma and delivering for Uber Eats.
"Until something full-time comes up, that's — you gotta pay the bills," Wilson said.
Now, he's worried he'll continue being out of work if the strike doesn't reach an agreement on the use of artificial intelligence, which has already threatened his career.
He said he used to do voiceovers for a series of videos on YouTube, and his job was eliminated and replaced with artificial intelligence.
"Communicating with artificial intelligence could be good I guess in some aspects, but it's bad when it starts replacing people," he said.
David Schweidel, a professor at Goizueta Business School at Emory University, said it's actors like Wilson who are the most affected by the strike.
"We think about kind of the, multi-million dollar screen actors. We forget about all the other actors who are going to be affected by this as well, and probably more so," he said.
He also said people overlook many non-acting industries that are affected by the strike like caters, makeup artists and stylists.
It's a tricky time to be striking because the longer the strike goes on, the more the use of artificial intelligence might seem appealing to production companies.
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Johnny Cohen is the new director and curator at the MAC. Proof by Gretchen Wagner is his first show at the center as director.
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MACON, Ga. — This First Friday, the McEachern Art Center (The MAC) asks you to see colors in a whole new light and meet a new face in the Macon art scene.
During the opening reception, you can meet the artist behind the new exhibit, Proof, Gretchen Wagner. The Atlanta artist takes you through her process as she contemplates all the ways colors can be used and imagined through a series of embroidered art prints.
"What's important about art nowadays, specifically contemporary art, it is a platform for people to talk about something that they are passionate in, in a space that they are welcomed to," MAC Director Johnny Cohen said.
Cohen is the new director and curator at the MAC, and Proof is his first show at the center as director.
"It's the most rewarding experience. I came into the MAC a month ago and I got really excited just to transform the space," he said. "So, the reason why I wanted to start with this show is because it's fun, it's colorful, it's didactic. It teaches people about what colors' potential could be. How could we see color outside the normal world of just being a person?"
Cohen is from Macon. He's a Stratford Academy and University of Georgia graduate.
After graduation, he says he wasn't sure what specifically he wanted to do, but he knew it had to be creative.
He became a window dresser and created displays for shops in Atlanta.
"After that, I really fell in love with sculpture and installation, so I decided to go to SCAD," Cohen said. "I got my masters in 2021 and I am now a professor [and] a lecturer at Mercer and I am now working at the McEachern."
He says being a director has given him the chance to rebuild his ties to the city.
"I feel like I'm part of a big family here, and I feel very loved here," Cohen said. "I feel like I'm very supported."
He said this is one of the reasons he wanted to return to Macon.
"Because I feel like Macon has given so much to me when I was young and how I grew as an artist and a teacher that I really feel like being back here, I can now give back to the community what they have given to me when I was younger growing up," Cohen said.
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The new school semester for the Bibb County School District starts August 1st. For many parents with younger kids, dropping them off for their first day can be hard.
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MACON, Ga. — The new school semester for the Bibb County School District starts Tuesday and, for some kids, this could be the first time in a classroom.
For many parents with younger kids, dropping them off for their first day can be hard. But how can parents let their guard down and help get their kids ready for that transition?
Bernd Elementary School Counselor Nakeisha Ray knows these first-day feelings can impact both kids and parents.
“Once they get in the building and start meeting their new teacher and friends, they usually calm down and they are okay," Ray said.
Ray offered some words of wisdom to parents and their kids.
“Just let go because they are going to be fine," Ray said. "They are in perfect hands, and we treat our students just like they are our own children, so they are in perfect hands.”
While families are still back-to-school shopping, we also shopped around to see what tips parents will pass down to these families. Krystal Lewis was more than happy to share some advice.
“The best example I’ve got is that they’re like popcorn," Lewis said. "They all pop at different times so they may not be learning as fast as the kid next to them, but they’re learning at the pace they’re supposed to.”
Lewis mentioned that for her, it's best to stay organized and be there for your kids. A big part of that is putting the phones down.
“If you can, allow yourself to just unplug," Lewis said. "Even if it’s 20 or 30 minutes a day, unplug and do whatever you need to do for you. If it’s a nice bath or sitting in the backyard just by yourself, just find some time to unplug.”
Ray said that parents should help their children adjust and teach them some coping strategies that will help them de-stress and deal with their emotions.
“It could be writing, it could be drawing, it could be listening to music, it could be just talking to someone, it could be breathing exercises, all those can really help your child," Ray said.
Most importantly, don't let technology cloud your kids' school experience.
“Get those phones out of their hand," Ray said. "Talk to them, see how their day went, go on a walk. These kids can get so fixated on these phones that socially they do not know how to get along with others or how to adapt to others because they haven't gotten a chance to learn.”
According to Scholastic Magazine, some advice for families to prepare for the new school year is:
1) Visit the school or classroom before the first day.
2) Read books about starting school
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Macon County Sheriff Leonard Johnson says the jail is now empty, so they can fix the air conditioning duct the inmates used to break out.
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Macon County Sheriff Leonard Johnson says the jail is now empty so they can fix the air conditioning duct.
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OGLETHORPE, Ga. — One inmate from the Macon County Jail in Oglethorpe is still missing after he and another inmate escaped Thursday night through the jail's air conditioning ducts.
Rayquan Ray, 21, was found in Columbus, Georgia by law enforcement after he was caught committing a burglary.
But another inmate, Bobby Minor, 36, is still on the run. He was in jail for marijuana charges, using a false name and obstruction of an officer.
Macon County Sheriff Leonard Johnson said Ray is in jail for home invasion, armed robbery and possession of a firearm.
Their escape happened behind the Macon County Sheriff's Office.
"We discovered that they had somehow gone through the air conditioning duct and gained access to the roof of the jail and jumped down from there and cut a hole through the chain-linked fence," Johnson said.
Johnson told 13WMAZ they found out Minor and Ray had escaped sometime Thursday into Friday night. When an inmate escapes, they notify the 911 services in Ellaville, Georgia in Schley County.
"And we contact the fugitive squad and FBI, people of that nature to start assisting us in that search," Johnson said.
Johnson says both will be charged with felony escape.
There were 30 inmates total staying at the jail in Oglethorpe. Johnson says this is a large group to have at their jail, and they normally have no more than 6 inmates. He says they are working to build a new jail in the county.
"The lower the population, the less the problem that you would have in any jail situation," Johnson said.
The 28 inmates left were moved to Doughtery and Sumter County, because they will need to fix the air conditioning duct before they can come back.
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The 25-year-old was best known for his breakout role in HBO's "Euphoria."
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WASHINGTON — Actor Angus Cloud, known for his role in HBO's "Euphoria," has died. He was 25.
Cloud's publicist, Cait Bailey, said Cloud died Monday at his family home in Oakland, California. No cause of death was given. TMZ first reported the news.
“It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today,” Cloud’s family said in a statement. “As an artist, a friend, a brother and a son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways. Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss. The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend. Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence."
The actor's death comes shortly after his father's death. Cloud had recently posted a picture of his father on Instagram with the caption "Miss you breh."
“We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone,” his family added.
"We are incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of Angus Cloud," the post read. "He was immensely talented and a beloved part of the HBO and Euphoria family. We extend our deepest condolences to his friends and family during this difficult time."
Cloud hadn’t acted before he was cast in “Euphoria.” He was walking down the street in New York when casting scout Eléonore Hendricks noticed him. Cloud was resistant at first, suspecting a scam. Then casting director Jennifer Venditti met with him and series creator Sam Levinson eventually made him a co-star in the series alongside Zendaya for its first two seasons.
The part made Cloud the breakout star of one the buzziest shows in television. He was recently cast to co-star in “Scream 6." The third season of “Euphoria” hasn't yet begun filming.
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Doctor Susan Asbury says that the doll has always been an icon of imagination and inspiration for women.
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MACON, Ga. — With the new Barbie movie dominating the box office, one local professor of history shares how the doll has progressed through the decades.
Dr. Susan Asbury is an assistant professor of history at Middle Georgia State University, and in the early 2000's was the associate curator of modern dolls at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, N.Y.
She says Barbie has changed through the decades, but she has always been an icon of imagination and inspiration for women.
"As a doll, I really think she is about imaginative play - the sky's the limit," Asbury explained. "In addition to the fashion consciousness piece, they've also made Barbie this independent woman who has her own house and has multiple cars and other property, and works in a variety of capacities."
With the array of jobs that Barbie has had, she has also helped girls expand their horizons and shoot for the stars.
"She's had over 200 careers, most recently in a lot of stem fields as well, and tries to represent the expansion of women in the workforce," Ashbury said.
Barbie was created in 1959 by Ruth Handler, and Barbie has changed the industry. No longer were baby dolls the only option. Barbie was a career woman who could be anything.
"At the time that she came, she really offered a different kind of play for little girls who had been accustomed to baby dolls and companion dolls... She was much more future-oriented," Ashbury said. "I think that was sort of her hallmark on the industry when she arrived."
Within a year of her introduction to the market, Barbie became the biggest-selling fashion doll of all time. Sales surged, and around 2 years after her debut, Ken hit the shelves.
While Barbie has been criticized for body image presentations, she has always stood for the development and independence of women.
According to the Strong Museum of Play, Mattel had "developed a commitment to boosting girls’ self-esteem and gave Barbie a cosmopolitan sense and expanded career options. African American and Hispanic-American Barbies appeared in 1980, an Eskimo Barbie in 1982, a Hawaiian Barbie in 1983, and a Chinese Barbie in 1993. Over the years, Barbie changed jobs more than 75 times, becoming a dentist, a paleontologist, an Air Force fighter pilot, a World Cup soccer competitor, a firefighter, and a candidate for President."
The Barbie movie touches on her progress and shows how the doll fits into modern culture.
"Barbie could be re-imagined and be a part of whatever's happening culturally, so Barbie is on all social media platforms, and she's been in movies like this one, and video games," Ashbury said. "I think that Mattel will continue to do that while also balancing the nostalgic factor of Barbie."
The movie plays on themes of gender and how Barbie is viewed in our world, while also calling back to some classic Barbie looks and characters.
Director Greta Gerwig is able to present ideas of patriarchy and gender expectations through Barbie, all while keeping the nostalgia of her original design.
"Larger conversations about patriarchy and feminism are framed around this doll," Ashbury said. "I think that's what this movie can do for those who see it, is frame these bigger conversations we have about everyone working in society and trying to make society better within these frameworks of the doll."
Since Barbie is being presented in a new light, the Barbie movie will impact future generations and how they see the iconic doll.
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Barbie deleted scenes reveal wild Helen Mirren and Midge end credit scene
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It looks like Barbie originally had a post credits scene featuring Helen Mirren's Narrator and Midge.
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The Barbie deleted scenes are going viral on social media and it looks like they cut what could have been an absolutely incredible end credits scene.
We already know that a doppelgänger joke about Margot Robbie and Emma Mackey was cut from Barbie because they realised the two actresses didn't actually look the same. Director Greta Gerwig also recently revealed that an entire "Fart Opera" was removed.
Now, a glimpse of a whole bunch of deleted scenes has hit the internet and fans are desperate to see all the moments that didn't make it into the final theatrical cut of the movie.
A photo shared by the Barbie editing team in an interview with BORISFX is currently doing the rounds showing at least 15 scenes that ended up getting cut – including one featuring Helen Mirren, as the narrator, in Barbie Land.
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Barbie originally featured a scene with Helen Mirren and Midge in Barbie Land. Picture: Warner Bros. Pictures
In the original photo from the interview, there's a cluster of photo cards in the bottom right corner that didn't make it into the editing sequence of the film on the board. At the top of the pile, just under the ‘END CREDITS’ sign, is a photo card titled ‘Midge in Labor’, featuring actual Helen Mirren a.k.a. the Narrator.
The scene appears to show her completely breaking the fourth wall by making an on-screen appearance and addressing the audience.
In another photo, shared by actor Tom Clarke on Instagram, Helen's Narrator can be seen alongside Midge in another couple of different shots from the deleted scene. "It never made the cut but yes that’s @helenmirren the narrator walking in on Midge barbie #emeraldfennell in labour!" he wrote.
some behind the scenes from the editors of barbie shows the deleted scenes from the film!!!!! #BarbieTheMovie pic.twitter.com/hrG9eANsqp — kay saw barbenheimer (@mjcooke) July 28, 2023
On top of that, it looks like a scene showing the creation of Barbie Land, featuring the Margot and Ryan Gosling-versions of the original Barbie and Ken dolls, was cut from the start of the film, too.
The photo board, which has now been blurred out in the original interview, also includes cards titled 'Aaron Thru Security' (featuring a seemingly nude Connor Swindells), as well as 'Ken Toys Returned', 'Barbies Can Save Us', 'Exec in Rollerblades', 'Barbie Monument' and something that appears to hint at 'Ken Auditions'. There's also another scene featuring Barbie and Gloria in there, and one that reads 'What Barbie Means To Me'.
Needless to say, fans of the movie are absolutely desperate to see the scenes and are hoping they'll end up on the DVD extras at some point. An un-blurred version of the storyboard photo is also still circulating on Twitter.
So who do we have to talk to to see this deleted Midge birth scene with Helen Mirren? #Barbie pic.twitter.com/L2IJg4ugvn — Jio de Leon (@jiodeleon) July 28, 2023
that stack is kinda massive when you think about it it’s at least 30 minutes of film 😭 they better put it in like extra scenes in the dvd — ۟ (@nicholasneIson) July 28, 2023
i'm reading all the scenes that were not shown in the movie just to imagine a whole different movie in my head and see if i would have loved it as much as i loved this one pic.twitter.com/3wGdXUM6hF — kat (@spideykatz) July 29, 2023
“what barbie means to me”pic.twitter.com/mqb7mJp49u — CLOSED FOREVER (@livagron) July 28, 2023
I want this one so bad 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/EvUraPxsus — bee (@swim_ingly) July 29, 2023
Release the 3-hour director's cut! Fart Opera included! Justice for Helen Mirren's Narrator!
And justice for whatever the hell is going on in this scene with Ken and Weird Barbie!
Barbie deleted scene shows Ryan Gosling's Ken and Kate McKinnon's Weird Barbie together in the pool. Picture: Jaap Buitendijk/Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc
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Euphoria star Angus Cloud has died aged 25
Euphoria actor Angus Cloud passes away aged 25. Picture: Getty
By Katie Louise Smith
Angus' family have issued a statement confirming the sad news.
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Angus Cloud, best known and loved as Fezco a.k.a. Fez on HBO's Euphoria, has died aged 25 years old.
The devastating news was confirmed in a statement issued by Angus' family to TMZ on Monday July 31st.
"It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today," the statement reads. "As an artist, a friend, a brother and a son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways. Last week he buried his father and intensely struggled with this loss. The only comfort we have is knowing Angus is now reunited with his dad, who was his best friend."
"Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence."
The statement continued: "We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone. We ask for privacy at this time as we are still processing this devastating loss."
Angus Cloud has passed away age 25. Picture: Getty
Angus rose to fame after landing the role of Fez on Euphoria after being scouted on the street. He transformed the character into one of the most beloved characters on the show.
Following his success and popularity on the HBO series, the actor went on to land himself a handful of roles in upcoming movies. Two of those films (Freaky Tales, Your Lucky Day) will now be released after his death. He had also just been cast in an untitled film opposite Melissa Barrera.
Our thoughts are with Angus' family, friends and loved ones. RIP Angus.
If you, or someone you know, is struggling with their mental health, the following organisations may be able to help:
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Is the Lana Del Rey prophecy true? The viral 'question for the culture' meme explained
Lana Del Rey posts video to further clarify her controversial Instagram post
By Sam Prance
Doja Cat? Ariana Grande? Camila Cabello? Cardi B? Kehlani? Nicki Minaj? Beyoncé? What is the Lana Del Rey prophecy?
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We all know that Lana Del Rey dabbles in witchcraft...but what is the Lana Del Rey prophecy, and is it actually coming true?
There's no celebrity quite like Lana Del Rey. As well as releasing critically acclaimed albums on the regular, Lana has earned praise for being a star completely on her own terms. From buying her dress for the Grammys at the mall, to unexpectedly working as a Waffle House waitress during her time off, Lana never fails to surprise and delight fans with her antics.
On top of that, Lana is known for occasionally practicing witchcraft. In 2017, Lana encouraged her fans to all take part in a curse against Donald Trump. Now, fans think Lana has made a prophecy and it all started with THAT Instagram post.
READ MORE: Lana Del Rey shocks fans by working at Waffle House in Alabama
Is the Lana Del Rey prophecy true? The viral 'question for the culture' meme explained. Picture: Rich Fury/Getty Images for dcp, Mat Hayward/Getty Images, Trae Patton/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images
Back in 2020, Lana faced backlash after she shared a "Question for the culture" on Instagram in which she called her critics "pathetic". While this wasn't out of the ordinary, Lana suggested that she she had it harder than most women in the music industry. She also compared her experience to a list of mainly Black female artists.
Lana wrote: "Now that Doja Cat, Ariana, Camila, Cardi B, Kehlani and Nicki Minaj and Beyoncé have had number ones with songs about being sexy, wearing no clothes, fucking, cheating etc - can I please go back to singing about being embodied, feeling beautiful by being in love even if the relationship is not perfect, or dancing for money - or whatever I want - without being crucified or saying that I'm glamorising abuse?"
Fast forward to 2023 and this week each celebrity Lana name-checks in that post appears to have gone through a scandal in the order Lana lists the names in.
Lana's 'question for the culture' Instagram post. Picture: @lanadelrey via Instagram
Firstly, Doja Cat came under fire for telling her fans that she didn't love them and to delete their accounts. Secondly, Ariana Grande broke the internet after TMZ reported that she was getting divorced and had allegedly started a relationship with her Wicked co-star, Ethan Slater, who was also married. Third of all, reports came out that Camila Cabello was allegedly dating Rauw Alejandro just days after he announced his split from Rosalía.
Fans were quick to notice that the incidents lined up with Lana's list and it wasn't long before it was dubbed the "Lana Del Rey prophecy" and started going viral on Twitter and TikTok.
To top it all off, Cardi B then went viral for throwing a microphone at a fan over the weekend.
However, Lana fans then took the prophecy into their own hands, adding some false information into the mix.
One fan tweeted a fake Instagram story of Kehlani with the caption: "Broke my leg today at the Beyoncé concert lol".
Nevertheless, the image went viral with the fan tweeting: "Kehlani breaks her leg at the Beyonce concert, continuing the Lana prophecy!"
🚨 Kehlani breaks her leg at the Beyonce concert, continuing the Lana prophecy! pic.twitter.com/0NtXBd9Vea — Flop (@floperaqueenn) July 30, 2023
Mere moments later, it was revealed that Nicki Minaj had been the victim of a swatting incident. According to TMZ, someone called 911 and claimed a person had been shot at Nicki's house. L.A. County Sheriff Deputies then appeared at her home.
Between the made-up Kehlani lie and the very real swatting incident that Nicki's just experienced, even more TikTok videos and tweets have gone viral saying that Lana's prophecy is coming true.
Erykah Badu has also since accused Beyoncé of copying her tour looks. She posted a photo comparing one of Beyoncé's outfits to hers with the caption: "I guess I’m everybody stylist".
the lana prophecy is complete https://t.co/bceoqmGcgm — isol (@infernosols) July 31, 2023
Nevertheless, as it stands, Kehlani is scandal free and the order is now out of whack.
In other words, Lana may be a practicing witch but the "Lana Del Rey" prophecy is nothing but an internet myth.
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It was a dramatic evening in Weatherfield as Sarah Platt's world came crashing down and her lies were revealed in Monday's episode.
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It was a dramatic evening in Weatherfield as Sarah Platt's world came crashing down and her lies were revealed in Monday's episode.
The mother-to-be had been on edge all day after receiving continuous calls from her ex-lover Damon (Ciaran Griffiths), however she was determined to leave her former flame firmly in the past, especially after her husband Adam Barlow invited her for a meal at the Bistro.
Sarah (Tina O'Brien) could tell something was up with Adam (Sam Robertson), however Stephen (Todd Boyce) assured her it was just because he was planning a surprise gender reveal for her.
Relieved Sarah was looking forward to the surprise, however her world was left in turmoil when instead of revealing the gender of the baby, the balloon revealed something very different, the truth.
Written across the balloon in pen it read 'It's Damon's' as Adam used the gimmick to confirm that he had found out the paternity test was fake, and he indeed wasn't the father, Damon was.
Turmoil: Coronation Street's Sarah Platt's (Tina O'Brien) world came crashing down after all was exposed at a twist gender reveal party on Monday evening's episode
'It's Damon's': Adam (Sam Robertson) used the gimmick to confirm that he had found out the paternity test was fake, and he indeed wasn't the father of Sarah's baby, Damon was
It's over: Adam found out the paternity test was a fake
Sarah's was then left in turmoil and despite her protests the episode ended with the solicitor walking out on his wife.
The couple have had their ups and downs but it seems Adam will not be able to trust his wife again after she lied about the baby.
Speaking to The Mirror Tina O'Brien revealed she doesn't think there is any going back for Sarah and Adam.
'I think she thought, he's a solicitor. She's usually the one that's up and down. He can get very cross and angry but he's generally kind of level headed. She wouldn't have seen it coming from him.'
Tina thinks Sarah believes she will be able to talk him round, however the actress admitted 'I think it's the possibly final nail in the coffin in the department of trust.'
However, even though Damon is now the baby's father, Tina ruled out a possible rekindling of a romance with her former flame.
'She might be pining after the excitement of Damon, and the danger of the situation, but after everything she's gone through, she probably realises it wasn't worth it. It's clarified it for her, she wants her family and she wants her life back on track,' explained Tina.
Will Sarah and Adam be able to work things out?
Lies: The moment where Sarah's lies caught up with her and her world fell apart
Heartbroken: Sarah desperately tried to explain herself to her husband as she begged for forgiveness (pictured with Stephen, Todd Boyce)
Awkward: Gail's gender badges ended up not being necessary for the party
Done: The episode ended with Adam leaving Sarah as he walked out on her
Distraught: 'I think it's the possibly final nail in the coffin in the department of trust' said actress Tina O'Brien
Shock: Fans shared their thoughts on Twitter after the dramatic reveal
Fans were quick to take to Twitter with their reaction to the dramatic scene as they shared their thoughts.
One wrote: 'The gender reveal was absolutely savage' while another commented 'that was the best thing he did with that balloon'.
A third joked: 'I don't agree with #babyshowers or #genderrevealparties but I'd go to one like they've just had in #coronationstreet'.
Elsewhere in the episode Ryan Connor (Ryan Prescott) was left embarrassed when Carla (Alison King) accidentally sent a picture of him with his shirt off to the cloud and everyone sees it.
Ryan's self confidence is currently at an all time low as he deals with his facial injuries after he was the victim of a brutal acid attack a few months ago.
In coming episodes the story line will develop as Ryan sets up a a social media account with the aim of sharing a fitness journey however things could be set to take a dark turn as he turns to steroids, after viewers saw him staring at the needle.
Embarrassed: Ryan Connor (Ryan Prescott) was mortified when Carla (Alison King) accidentally shared a topless picture of him to the cloud
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Cardi B broke her silence following reports that she is a suspect in a battery investigation for throwing a microphone at an audience member, who tossed a drink at her.
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Cardi B broke her silence following reports that she is a suspect in a battery investigation for allegedly throwing a microphone at an audience member, who tossed a drink at her.
While opting not to address the incident directly, the rapper, 30, shared a risqué Instagram video of herself and husband Offset letting loose.
'What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,' she captioned the footage, in which she recorded herself twerking in a pool on the rooftop of their hotel in Sin City.
The WAP hitmaker showcased her sensational curves in a red monokini, and could be seen flipping off the camera, at one point.
As they partied away, the father-of-five playfully grabbed his wife's rear and danced in the water as their new new single, Jealousy, played in the background.
Unfazed: Cardi B broke her silence amid reports that she is a suspect in a battery investigation for allegedly a microphone at an audience member, a microphone at an audience member
Over the weekend, the WAP hitmaker was filmed hurling a microphone from the stage after getting splashed by a drink thrown by a fan during a gig at Drai's Beachclub.
A clip showing a new angle of the incident - captioned: 'When you f*** around and find out' - showed the fan who apparently threw the drink saying 'I'm sorry, I'm sorry' after Cardi hurled the microphone.
Security are then seen making their way to the woman before seemingly escorting her away.
The woman who was hit by the mic went to Las Vegas Metro PD the next day to report the incident, according to TMZ.
She told police she had been struck by the microphone thrown from the stage but it is not known if the woman told police she had thrown liquid at the musician first.
In a further intriguing turn of events, another fan has claimed on social media that she was hit by the mic, and said it not strike the person who threw the drink at Cardi.
DailyMail.com has contacted representatives for the star for comment.
The night prior, Cardi was performing at Drai's Nightclub when she became irritated after the DJ was allegedly cutting off her songs too early.
Sin City: While opting not to directly address incident, which was reported to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department, the rapper, 30, shared a risqué Instagram video of herself and husband Offset letting loose
'What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,' she captioned the footage, in which she recorded herself twerking in a pool on the rooftop of their hotel in Sin City
Twerking: The WAP hitmaker showcased her sensational curves in a red monokini, and could be seen flipping out the camera, at one point
As they partied away, the father-of-five playfully slapped his wife's rear and danced in the water as their new new single, Jealousy, played in the background
In a clip shared to social media by user kfen777 the entertainer was seen shouting out her name before turning around and flinging the microphone in the direction of the DJ as if she was throwing a football, before walking off stage.
The first clip sees Cardi, born Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, wearing a busty bright orange dress while performing on stage in the daylight hours.
She is in the middle of singing her 2018 hit Bodak Yellow, and raises the microphone up to her face for another verse, before suddenly a spray of liquid is seen hitting her in the face from a drink cup in the audience.
Cardi appears shocked for a brief second before swinging into action and throwing the microphone at someone in the audience, presumably the drink-tosser.
Meanwhile the soundtrack to her song along with her vocals continues on in the background.
Cardi is then seen fixing her hair as security appears to handle the situation in the crowd.
Shaken: Over the weekend, the WAP hitmaker, 30, was seen hurling the microphone from the stage after getting splashed by a drink thrown by a fan during a gig at Drai's Beachclub
Mic attack: The microphone was seen flying through the air after the WAP hitmaker, 30, hurled it
Off they go: Security rushed into the crowds to track down the drink thrower
Escorted off? Security made their way to the fan in the crowd
Fans in Las Vegas reportedly waited two hours in 112 degree heat before the star showed up to perform.
In a new video the hip hop star was seen asking fans to throw water on her as she complained about the excessive heat in Sin City.
The star was filmed bending over and saying she was 'dying' from the heat as she urged fans to throw water at her - which they willingly did.
The night prior she was seen barefoot on stage while performing her smash hit I Like It in a neon yellow mini dress prior to the microphone incident.
Cardi ended the set with a confetti celebration before throwing the mic and then leaving the stage.
Confused users in the comments asked, 'What happened?? There's no context...'
The poster of the video explained: 'DJ cut the track short on multiple songs! She was livid (as you can see)' with a laughing out crying emoji.
Cardi B throws microphone at audience member who threw a drink at her. pic.twitter.com/alLgHMFshb — Pop Base (@PopBase) July 30, 2023
What happened: The poster of the video explained why the singer was upset: 'DJ cut the track short on multiple songs! She was livid (as you can see)'
Later that same day, Cardi B took to Instagram to show off her outfit change as she enjoyed another show with Offset and several of her gal pals.
The star changed into a plunging red dress with halter straps to accentuate her ample assets and she also rocked a pair of oversized wraparound red shades.
Despite sitting down in the clip, she beamed and panned the camera down to show off her hourglass figure and entire ensemble.
Later, she recorded a cute clip of herself with Offset — who sported a leather vest and baseball cap — and showed off his diamond-encrusted dental jewelry.
The throwing incidents come after Cardi B shut down rumors that she and her husband Offset faked a cheating scandal to promote their collaborative single, Jealousy, which was released on Friday.
Following speculation that the 31-year-old Migos rapper publicly accused his spouse of cheating to drum up publicity for their new track, the mother-of-two set the record straight about their online spat.
In response to an Instagram comment calling his infidelity allegations just 'a stunt' to create buzz, the Grammy winner replied: 'It wasn't no STUNT.'
'Tasha K made some ish up and yall was laughing about it and happy a** hell about it. Now that we putting it in the music is a stunt … Naaa baby be mad at the one who started trolling wit it,' she wrote, according to a screenshot on Twitter.
Outfit change: Later that same day, Cardi B took to Instagram to show off her outfit change as she enjoyed another show with Offset and several of her gal pals. The star changed into a plunging red dress with halter straps to accentuate her ample assets and she also rocked a pair of oversized wraparound red shades
Red hot: Despite sitting down in the clip, she beamed and panned the camera down to show off her hourglass figure and entire ensemble
With her husband: Later, she recorded a cute clip of herself with Offset — who sported a leather vest and baseball cap
Big smiles: The couple beamed in the clip together and at the end, she asked him to open his mouth and showed off his diamond-encrusted dental jewelry
Cardi retweeted the post and added, 'THEY C***HIE WAS SO WET WHEN THE LIE WAS GOING AROUND NOW it's a different narrative when we put it in the music ….OOOO IM POPPIN IT ON THIS SONG!!!!'
In addition to alluding to her fight with Offset, she referenced her defamation lawsuit against YouTube blogger Tasha K, which she won last year.
The blogger, whose real name is Latasha Kebe, was forbidden by the court to post or repost any allegations linking Cardi B to drug use, prostitution, marital infidelity, or sexually transmitted diseases.
Additionally, she was ordered to remove clips and social media posts that a jury deemed 'false and defamatory.'
Last month, in a since-deleted post, Offset accused his wife of more than five years of being unfaithful.
Cardi then hit back at Offset's claim with a Twitter Spaces rant in which she accused her 'motherf****r' spouse of 'spiraling.'
She also shared a recording in which she hit back at the father of her two children via song and urged her fans 'not to pay attention' to Offset's shock allegation.
Cheating scandal: It comes after Cardi shut down rumors that she and husband Offset faked a cheating scandal to promote their collaborative single, Jealousy, which was released on Friday; They are seen in 2022
Setting the record straight: In response to an Instagram comment calling his infidelity allegations just 'a stunt' to create buzz, the Grammy winner replied: 'It wasn't no STUNT'
Fighting: Last month, in a since-deleted post, Offset accused his wife of more than five years of being unfaithful
Duo: The twosome secretly tied the knot in September 2017. In July 2018 they welcomed daughter Kulture, 5, and three years later their son Wave, 1, was born; Pictured in January 2020
Singing a well-known Keyshia Cole song called I Should've Cheated, the star vocalized: 'First of all, let me say you can’t accuse me of all the things you know that you are guilty of. Sing it with me, y’all! And I see that it is easy for you to blame everything on me. Yes, honey!'
Cardi then said, 'Come on, now. I’m Cardi B, n***a. I think sometimes motherf**kers forget I’m Cardi B. If I was giving this p***y to anybody, it would be out. I’m not just anybody.'
An insider later told People: 'They're just having a little quarrel. They're very intense so [they] go back and forth quite a bit. They'll hash it out like they always do.'
Offset and Cardi quickly put their marital woes behind them as they were seen enjoying Paris Fashion Week together just days after the online spat.
The twosome secretly tied the knot in September 2017 but waited until the following year to announce the marriage.
In July 2018 they welcomed daughter Kulture, 5, and three years later their son Wave, 1, was born.
Cephus is also father to sons Jordan, 13, and Kody, 8, and 8-year-old daughter Kalea from previous relationships.
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Foodies are delighted discover that Woolworths has brought back its Lotus Biscoff Baked Cheesecake due to popular demand.
The $22 treat first hit the shelves in September last year, with shoppers going 'wild' over the decadent cinnamon dessert.
The cake pays tribute to the crunchy, uniquely caramelised biscuit with a rich and creamy baked cheesecake flavoured with nutmeg and ginger topped with Lotus Biscoff spread.
Woolworths has also announced the arrival of a Chocolate Chunk Cookie Pie ($14) which features a crunchy, gooey vanilla cookie base with Belgian dark chocolate chunks.
Shoppers can find the treats in the bakery section of their local Woolworths location.
Foodies are delighted discover that Woolworths has brought back its Baked Cheesecake with Lotus Biscoff due to popular demand
Foodies who have already got their hands on the dessert are posting impressive reviews.
Famous baker and food influencer Nick Vavitis revealed that the Biscoff cheesecake smelled like the 'love of his life'.
'This is the most beautiful cake,' he said in a video. 'It's super creamy, the cheesecake is fluffy, and it has a great tang to it.
'It's perfectly balanced. I'm so glad it's back!'
Thousands of others revealed their excitement about the dessert coming back to stores, and vowed to 'inhale' the delicious treat.
'Oh my god, this is the best Woolies cake ever,' a woman said.
'I love Biscoff and cheesecakes... this is perfect,' another wrote.
Woolworths has also announced the arrival of a Chocolate Chunk Cookie Pie ($14) which features a crunchy, gooey vanilla cookie base with Belgian dark chocolate chunks
Adam Mourad, Director of Fresh at Woolworths Food Company, shared his delight at the release of the two baked goods.
'Biscoff flavour has taken the world by storm, and we wanted to celebrate the unique flavour in a rich and creamy cheesecake for customers to enjoy.
'We're also excited to see the Chocolate Chunk Cookie Pie arrive in stores. Cookie pies have been rising in popularity over the past few years and so we've created a fun version for the whole family to enjoy.'
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The City watchdog has vowed to 'take action' against banks that fail to pass on rate rises to savers, piling further pressure on the industry.
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The City watchdog has vowed to 'take action' against banks that fail to pass on rate rises to savers, piling further pressure on the industry.
Nine of Britain's biggest banks and buildings societies - including Barclays, HSBC and Nationwide - have been urged by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to pay better savings rates on their instant access accounts.
Research by the regulator found that on average only 28 per cent of the Bank of England's base rate increases were passed on by lenders between January last year and this May.
The FCA said banks with the lowest rates have until the end of this month (August) to justify how their savings products meet a new Consumer Duty mandating 'fair outcomes' that came into force on Monday.
'If they are unable to do so, the FCA will take action,' it added.
The new rules overseen by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority are aimed at preventing rip-offs and unexpected charges
The measures form part of the FCA's 14-point plan designed to hold lenders to account.
Banks have come under mounting pressure from Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to pass on the benefits of higher interest rates to savers or make it clear where the best offers can be found.
In a bid to keep a lid on soaring inflation, interest rates have risen from 0.1 per cent in December 2021 to five per cent last month (July 2023).
The Bank of England on Thursday is expected to usher in its 14th consecutive rate hike.
That could see interest rates, which are at five per cent, increase by 0.25 or 0.5 per cent.
But while lenders have raised what they charge borrowers, there has been little increase in what is paid out to savers.
It comes after NatWest on Friday posted bumper profits by hiking interest payments on its loans.
The FCA's plan also includes reviewing the speed at which deposit rates offered by banks change after each Bank of England decision and publishing an analysis of rates on easy access accounts every six months.
Sheldon Mills, executive director of consumers and competition at the FCA, said: 'We want a competitive cash savings market that delivers better deals for savers, where interest rates are reviewed quickly following base rate changes and firms prompt savers to switch to accounts paying higher rates.
'We welcome the progress that has been made so far but this needs to speed up. We will be using the Consumer Duty to ensure this is the case - with firms required to prove to us that they are offering their customers fair value.'
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As the blazing battery was blocking the door, Rebecca Downes' only means of escape was to jump 30ft from the second-floor window. She died from the horrific injuries she suffered in the fall.
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Before going to bed, Rebecca Downes and her partner Patrick Ramsey were always vigilant about unplugging equipment around the house.
Having lost her childhood home in a fire caused by an electrical fault, Rebecca, known to her family as Becky, had good reason to be careful.
So when Patrick brought an electric bike home one evening, they decided to charge it in the bedroom rather than the kitchen, so they could keep an eye on it 'just to be safe'.
What ensued, in the three minutes after Patrick connected the lithium-ion battery charger to the wall, is the stuff of nightmares.
The battery, which measured approximately 14 x 3.6in, exploded like a 'Roman candle', Patrick would recall later, with shards of metal embedding in their skin, as flames and toxic smoke instantly engulfed the room.
While Patrick survived, albeit needing months of hospital care, Becky (pictured), a mother of four, died from the horrific injuries she suffered in the fall
The battery, which measured approximately 14 x 3.6in, exploded like a 'Roman candle', Patrick would recall later, with shards of metal embedding in their skin, as flames and toxic smoke instantly engulfed the room. As the blazing battery was blocking the door, the couple's only means of escape was to jump 30ft from their second-floor window (pictured: a similar electric bike fire)
As the blazing battery was blocking the door, the couple's only means of escape was to jump 30ft from their second-floor window.
While Patrick survived, albeit needing months of hospital care, Becky, a mother of four, died from the horrific injuries she suffered in the fall.
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If that hadn't killed her, her 60 per cent burns would have done, the coroner presiding over the inquest into her death last month was told.
'These batteries are so deadly when they catch fire, Becky didn't stand a chance,' her sister, Julie Downes, 49, told the Mail. 'It's not like charging a mobile phone, which has just three volts and would probably smoulder, allowing plenty of time to get out.
'These e-bike batteries contain up to 52 volts (17 times as many) making them, I believe, far too dangerous to risk charging at home.
'After what we've been through, and to prevent further loss of life, we would like to see all e-bikes and e-scooters completely banned.'
Fires from electrically powered scooters and bikes have caused eight deaths and at least 190 injuries in the UK since 2020, and are said to be the cause of at least six fires a week, according to safety campaigners.
What happened to Becky, who was 44, and her family is a particularly harrowing example of the potential dangers they pose.
The inquest into Becky's death last year heard how the couple owned a bike shop in their home town of Blackpool, and had recently started trading in electric bikes and scooters.
The weekend before the fire, Patrick had taken a bike to a friend who specialised in electronics, as there seemed to be a problem with the battery.
On Tuesday, July 5, he collected the battery and put it on to charge in the kitchen at home. But when he and Becky went to bed, she'd said she was not happy leaving it charging in the kitchen, so Patrick took it upstairs and plugged it in.
Becky's anxiety, it turned out, was tragically well-founded.
Terrifyingly, campaigning charity Electrical Safety First estimates a fully charged e-bike battery can release a similar amount of stored energy as the explosive material contained in six hand grenades.
'These batteries are so deadly when they catch fire, Becky didn't stand a chance,' her sister, Julie Downes, 49, told the Mail. 'It's not like charging a mobile phone, which has just three volts and would probably smoulder, allowing plenty of time to get out' (pictured: a similar e-scoter blaze)
Fire chiefs predict there will have been another 338 blazes by the end of this year alone.
This reflects the huge surge in popularity of electric-powered transport, with over a million people now owning e-scooters, while more than 300,000 e-bikes have been sold over the past two years.
Concerns are also being raised about the safety of electric cars after a fire on a cargo ship in the North Sea killed a member of the crew and forced others to jump overboard last week.
While the exact cause is still being investigated, Dutch broadcaster NOS quoted an unnamed official suggesting the fire may have been 'sparked by an electric vehicle'.
Although it is strictly illegal to ride privately owned e-scooters anywhere other than on private land, e-bikes are considered a relatively safe, environmentally-friendly way of getting around.
However, challenging their 'safe' credentials, Electrical Safety First, insisted earlier last month, that regulations must be introduced for e-bike and e-scooter batteries, like those for 'fireworks and heavy machinery', which would force manufacturers to have their batteries approved by an accredited third party, such as a test lab, before going on sale.
Currently lithium-ion batteries used in e-bikes and e-scooters, which release toxic smoke, can be sold with only the manufacturer's declaration that they meet safety standards. This is in keeping with most electrical goods. However, Electrical Safety First believes vehicle batteries should be subject to more stringent regulations.
'The huge amount of energy released over time when a battery bursts into flames is unlike other fires,' warns chief executive Lesley Rudd. 'In a matter of minutes a room can be decimated.'
Becky Downes's family support any moves that will prevent other people suffering the 'hell' they have been through since her death.
Her daughter, Indiana, 14, was asleep when the blaze broke out. She was rescued by her brother, Callum, 27, who found her on the landing, her night clothes on fire, and crying for her mother, before handing her over to their brother, Coby, 17, and going back into the house to try to rescue Becky.
'Callum ran back downstairs when someone said Becky had jumped,' says her sister, Sonia Downes, 48. 'Becky went straight into a cardiac arrest when she landed, and then the window frame landed on top of her.
'For her children to witness that, I could cry just thinking about it. I don't know how they're ever going to get over what's happened. Becky was a wonderful mum. We all miss her so much.'
However, the death toll is sadly rising. Just a month ago, Gemma Germeney, 31, and her children Lilly, eight, and Oliver, four, lost their lives in a fire believed to have been started by an e-bike left charging overnight at their maisonette in Cambridge (pictured: Lilly and Oliver Peden)
Callum was treated for smoke inhalation, while Indiana suffered extensive burns and spent many weeks in both Manchester and Birmingham Children's Hospitals, always with a devoted family member by her side.
Adele, Becky's youngest sister, has taken the children in, while Callum is hoping to become Coby and Indiana's legal guardians. Meanwhile, the family is on a waiting list for a council property, as their home is uninhabitable.
Indiana has recovered well and is awaiting a hospital appointment to discuss whether further treatment is needed for any scars. The emotional wounds, however, will take much longer to heal.
'They've lost everything: their home, all their possessions . . . all this on top of grieving their lovely mum,' says Sonia, tearfully. 'They will never get over this; we just have to do what we can to make it as bearable as possible for them.'
As well as supporting Becky's children, her sisters are eager to raise awareness about the risks of charging lithium batteries in the home, in the hope of preventing further tragedy.
However, the death toll is sadly rising. Just a month ago, Gemma Germeney, 31, and her children Lilly, eight, and Oliver, four, lost their lives in a fire believed to have been started by an e-bike left charging overnight at their maisonette in Cambridge.
Scott Peden, Gemma's partner and the children's father, was critically injured in the blaze while trying to rescue his family.
On January 8, Gary Shearer, 23, tried to rescue his father, Rab, 60, when fire, caused by an e-bike left charging overnight, tore through their home in Litherland, Merseyside. Tragically, it was an act of bravery which cost him his life. Sadly, his father did not survive.
Meanwhile, Sofia Duarte, 21, died on New Year's Day, when an e-bike battery caught fire at her boyfriend's flat in East London, where she was staying after they had worked late together in a club.
Sofia's mother, Maria Macarro, who is also desperate to raise awareness about the risks of these fires, told the Mail: 'It's really scary how frequently these e-bike fires are happening. Since Sofia passed away, there have been more deaths. Why is the Government not imposing more regulations and punishments to prevent these deaths?'
Sofia's boyfriend, Luis Zambrano, also 21, survived after leaping from the third-floor bedroom window, but Sofia was too scared to jump.
Maria and Luis are supporting the #ChargeSafe campaign, run by London Fire Brigade, to raise awareness of the risks.
The London Fire Brigade urges owners to buy from a reputable seller and make sure the battery and charger meet UK safety standards, store them in sheds or garages, never leave them charging while asleep or out, let the battery cool before charging and unplug once charged, and never leave them near exits. And, of course, to have working smoke alarms in every room (pictured: an e-bike battery exploding inside a home)
It urges owners to buy from a reputable seller and make sure the battery and charger meet UK safety standards, store them in sheds or garages, never leave them charging while asleep or out, let the battery cool before charging and unplug once charged, and never leave them near exits. And, of course, to have working smoke alarms in every room.
However, while smoke alarms are undoubtedly lifesavers, the fires spread too rapidly for them to prevent Becky, Gemma, Sofia and the Shearers losing their lives.
This is one reason, according to Mark Hardingham, chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), that special precautions are needed. 'If you see any signs of fire, raise the alarm, get out, stay out and call 999,' he warns. 'Only charge batteries when you are awake and alert so you can respond quickly if a fire should occur.'
Andrew Beaton, 59, supports this sound advice. He says his family was 'lucky to escape' after an e-bike burst into flames while charging under the stairs at their home in Lancaster.
Having been alerted by his son, Andrew threw the bike outside, giving his family time to flee, but still the flames gutted their house 'in minutes'.
Avi Gooransingh, 29, is still haunted by thoughts of what could have been, had he not managed to get his e-bike out of the flat, in South-West London, which he shares with his mother and two siblings, before it exploded.
'It was 11.30pm and I'd just got back from walking the dogs and I felt the bike smelt weird,' recalls Avi. 'I took it out and it exploded.
'If I'd not taken the bike out, just two seconds before, it would have killed the whole family.'
So rapid was the blaze, which happened in the communal hallway of the third floor of their multi-storey 1970s block, that London Fire Brigade released a video of the e-bike going up in flames.
But while Andrew and Avi are among the lucky ones, the families grieving the loss of loved ones through preventable battery vehicle fires are doing all they can to raise awareness and stop more names being added to this tragic roll call.
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Love Island fans hit out at show bosses during Monday's series final after they were left unimpressed by winner Jess Harding's dress.
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Love Island fans hit out at show bosses during Monday's series final after they were left unimpressed by winner Jess Harding's dress.
The reality star, who was crowned winner of the season along with boyfriend Sammy Root, donned a white dress with a plunging sweetheart neckline.
The garment reached down to her ankles and featured some ruched detail as it hung in her curvaceous frame.
However, while fans of the show insisted Jess had looked stunning on multiple occasions throughout the series, many took to Twitter to say how much they disliked her ensemble for the final, with viewers blaming programme bosses for picking out the wrong outfit for her.
One person protested: 'Jess has the most gorgeous curves but they decided to stick her in a dress that has as much shape as a bin liner.'
Fashion miss? Love Island fans hit out at show bosses during Monday's series final after they were left unimpressed by winner Jess Harding's dress
All dressed up: The reality star donned a white dress with a plunging sweetheart neckline, with the garment reaching down to her ankles and featuring some ruched detail
Champions: Viewers blamed programme bosses for picking out the wrong outfit forJess, who was crowned winner of the season along with boyfriend Sammy Root
While someone else objected: 'They did Jess dirty with that dress, she's had so many more flattering outfits during the season.'
Another viewer seethed: 'Jess that white dress is awful who is responsible for this omg.'
Wile another frustrated show fan posted: 'Why on earth did they put #Jess in that sack like dress. She's a beautiful girl and has worn some stunning dresses. She deserved better!'
Someone else shared: 'Whoever dressed Jess hates her,' while someone else wrote: 'I hate this white dress on Jess.'
And another person tweeted: 'Apart from that butters dress Jess looks lovely.'
It comes after Love Island viewers were left stunned after Jess and Sammy, both 22, were announced as the winners of the 2023 series.
The couple pipped Whitney Adebayo and Lochan Nowacki to the post for the £50,000 prize, with Whitney and Lochan being named the favourites right up until the end.
Both Jess and Sammy appeared shocked and hugged each other tightly after show host Maya Jama announced they had won.
Opinion: While viewers insisted Jess had looked stunning on multiple occasions throughout the series, many took to Twitter to say how much they disliked her final ensemble
Last ones standing: Jess and Sammy were named the winners of the show on Monday, with the couple taking home the £50,000 prize
Tyrique Hyde and Ella Thomas came in third and Molly Marsh and Zachariah Noble placed fourth.
After the winners were announced, many viewers took to Twitter to express their shock at the result.
One person wrote: 'WHAT !!! This show is rigged because there’s no way Sammy and Jess actually won over Whitney and Lochan. What kind of bad joke is this!!!'
Someone else shared: 'How did they win???? Sammy said Jess wasn’t attractive. They’ve been voted by the public to be in the bottom 3, the least favourite and compatible couple multiple times. Whitney and Lochan have been voted by the public AS THE FAVOURITE COUPLE. And they’ve never been bottom.'
Anothe person joked: 'Maya I think that was a slip of tongue? What the hell is Jess and Sammy?'
Someone else posted: 'That was wild! Jess & Sammy had nothing going. Whit & Lochan we’re solid af & carried this season just to be snubbed by Fiat 500'
While another person tweeted: 'Sammy and Jess winners!!?? Wtf They were never even in the competition It was always Whitney and Lochan or Ty and Ella What the freaking hell.'
'No way ppl actually voted Jess & Sammy…gagged me,' shared another viewer.
Shock result? Love Island viewers were stunned after Jess Harding and Sammy Root were announced as the winners of the 2023 series on Monday night
Champs: Both Jess and Sammy appeared shocked and hugged each other tightly after show host Maya Jama announced they had won
Another show fan posted: 'I don’t think I’d even be this mad if it was Zach and Molly. But Sammy and Jess???what was the reason.'
Someone else wrote: 'Jess and Sammy didn’t even give “real relationship” vibes.'
While someone else predicted: 'What's crazy is that Sammy and Jess will not last 8 days.'
And another person commented: 'HOW did Jess and Sammy win when Whitney was right there!!!!!!'
Love Island viewers were also astounded as Tyrique and Ella finished in third place during the series final on Monday, with some fans even claiming the vote was 'rigged'.
Jess and Sammy were named the winning couple while Whitney and Lochan finished in second place.
But many fans of the show were surprised Ella and Tyrique came in behind the other two couples, with many insisting they should have finished runners-up.
Taking to Twitter, one person wrote: 'I can’t believe Ty and Ella got 3rd place that’s rigged.'
Runners-up: The couple pipped Whitney Adebayo and Lochan Nowacki to the post for the £50,000 prize
Finalists: Tyrique Hyde and Ella Thomas (left) came in third and Molly Marsh and Zachariah Noble (right) placed fourth
Someone else posted: 'If OG Ella & Ty were on #LoveIslandUSA, they would’ve @ least been 2nd place. This is highway robbery & the biggest shock ever.'
While another person wrote: 'HOW DID SAMMY AND JESS GET A HIGHER VOTE THAN TY AND ELLA?????'
Another show fan tweeted: 'I WAS NOT expecting Ty and Ella to be third place,' while someone else wrote: 'Producers really set up Ella and Ty.'
Someone else commented: 'Sammy & Jess over Ty & Ella? nawa,' while another person remarked: 'WAIT WHAT. IM SHOCKED. MY JAW IS ON THE FLOOR.'
Another audience member at home shared: 'I really wasn't expecting Ella and Ty in third! Was convinced they'd be top two.'
Opinion: After the winners were announced, many viewers took to Twitter to express their shock at the result
Someone else wrote: 'Genuinely shocked that Ty & Ella aren't in the final 2 with Whitney & Lochan & I'm saying that as a Jess fan!'
And another viewer posted: 'Lmaooo Ty and Ella came third?? Their stans will be crying tonight.'
The Love Island finalists shared declarations of affection as the series came to a conclusion.
The final four couples attended the Love Island ball, where they shared how they felt about their romantic partners.
Ella told Tyrique: 'From the boy I met on day one to the man you are today, I've seen you change and grow so much - just for me.'
Shocker? Love Island viewers were astounded as Tyrique Hyde and Ella Thomas finished in third place during the series final on Monday
Fix? Some fans even claiming the vote was 'rigged', with many insisting they should have finished runners-up
Views: Love Island viewers took to Twitter to express their shock at Tyique and Ella finishing in third place
Tyrique told Ella: 'You've shown me it's cool to open up about my emotions and it's cool to be vulnerable. And being in love is the best feeling ever.'
Next to make their declarations were Jess and Sammy, with Jess saying: 'Knowing how much it takes for you to get strong feelings screams to me how serious and genuine our connection is.'
Sammy replied: 'It took some time at the beginning of my journey to realise what I was risking but when I saw you walking towards the fire pit on your own after Casa, I instantly knew that you were all that I wanted, my wandering eye turned into my eye for Jess.'
Also sharing their feelings are Molly and Zach, with Molly saying: 'I'm really looking forward to life outside the villa together and calling you mine.
'We are a team, Zach, and please don't ever forget I love you.'
Feelings: The Love Island finalists shared declarations of affection as the series came to a conclusion
He told her: 'I'm now at a point where I find myself daydreaming about the things and adventures I want to do with you, spoiling you, protecting you and loving you.'
The final pair to speak were Whitney and Lochan, with Whitney saying: 'You ask me if I am happy everyday. You kiss my forehead when you think I'm asleep and you tell me I look beautiful every chance you get.
'You're exactly what I've been looking for.'
Lochan replied: 'I want to continue making you happy, growing together, laughing together which is why I can confidently say that I don't see a future with anyone else on the outside and I can't wait for our next chapter.'
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A major reason why public confidence in professional regulators has slumped is that when wrongdoing is suspected they typically move at glacial speed.
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A major reason why public confidence in professional regulators has slumped is that when wrongdoing is suspected they typically move at glacial speed.
Of course, due process must be observed for individuals and organisations under investigation. Livelihoods are at stake.
Too often, though, watchdogs give the frustrating impression of dragging their feet. Not the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
A week after the Mail told how corrupt immigration lawyers were charging huge sums to help bogus refugees concoct backstories to secure asylum in Britain, it has acted with ruthless swiftness.
Shocked at our findings, the SRA shut down three law firms involved in the scandal, while a legal adviser who contrived a horrific tale of torture has been banned.
Shocked at our findings, the SRA shut down three law firms involved in the scandal, while a legal adviser who contrived a horrific tale of torture has been banned
These deplorable lawyers have shamed their profession, made it harder for genuine asylum seekers to find sanctuary here, and have further eroded trust in the immigration and justice systems.
It is welcome, too, that the SRA will now carry out spot checks on other firms in the asylum sector. Those who were caught bang to rights by our investigation are surely only the tip of the iceberg.
Keir's power vacuum
The fact Labour and other eco-zealots are up in arms with the Government for issuing hundreds of new North Sea oil and gas drilling licences proves it is a smart move.
The reality is that green technology might well be the future, but while it's under development it can't be the only option.
Until we can safely transition to net zero Britain needs fossil fuels to keep the lights on, produce food and grow the economy.
The fact Labour and other eco-zealots are up in arms with the Government for issuing hundreds of new North Sea oil and gas drilling licences proves it is a smart move
Exploiting our own reserves will protect energy security, generate millions in taxes, create high-skilled jobs, and, as Rishi Sunak pointed out, be greener than buying energy from overseas tyrants.
However, unless the Government drops its eye-watering 75 per cent windfall tax, it may find oil and gas companies delay urgently needed investment and drilling.
While the Tories pursue a more credible and pragmatic environmentalism, Sir Keir Starmer's irresponsible plan to ban new North Sea oil and gas projects seems to have been written by Just Stop Oil.
That may delight eco-warriors, but his proposals would leave us all poorer, colder and more dependent on hostile regimes.
BBC's bumpy landing
Was there anything more asinine than a finger-wagging BBC presenter trying to raise his profile by accusing Mr Sunak of double standards for flying to Aberdeen despite his green agenda?
If the BBC is so judgmental about those who fly, why did its climate editor recently take a return trip (believed to be by plane) to Spain to report on global warming?
The PM has the most important job in the whole country, with huge pressure on his time and security concerns. He should travel accordingly. Did the journalist really expect him to go by National Express?
Mr Sunak was right to respond robustly, arguing that it would be 'completely wrong' to restrict aviation to tackle climate change. The answer is investment in clean airline technology, not banning people from jetting off on holiday. That would haemorrhage support for net zero.
If the BBC is so judgmental about those who fly, why did its climate editor recently take a return trip (believed to be by plane) to Spain to report on global warming?
As ever with the Corporation, it's a classic case of 'do as we say, not as we do'.
A study by a think-tank finds that scrapping the tourist tax would attract so many more high-spending visitors it would create and support 200,000 jobs, leading to healthier tax receipts and cutting the welfare bill.
Jeremy Hunt must see the benefits, even if the Office for Budget Responsibility won't. So who is in charge at the Treasury: The Chancellor – or unelected economic advisers?
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Kyle Sandilands slammed ABC on Tuesday morning, claiming no one watches the national broadcaster when Aunty journalist Juanita Phillips made headlines.
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Kyle Sandilands slammed the ABC on his KIIS FM radio show on Tuesday morning, claiming no one watches the national broadcaster.
The radio shock jock, 52, launched into an epic rant about ABC's popularity after Juanita Phillips quit the network following 21 years at the helm of the NSW 7pm News.
Sandilands said 'anyone who watches the ABC is deluded'.
He went on to say that 'the ABC is not on anyone's radar' before challenging his co-host Jackie 'O' Henderson to describe what Phillips looks like.
Unfortunately, his radio co-host, 48, couldn't recall a single detail about Juanita's appearance and went so far as to say she was a brunette.
Kyle Sandilands slammed the ABC on his radio show on Tuesday morning, claiming no one watches the national broadcaster
Phillips is blonde, not brunette.
With more than 4,500 bulletins under her belt, Phillips joined the ABC in 2002 after roles at CNN International, BBC World News, SKY News Australia and the 10 Network.
She went from a weekend presenter to co-anchor later that year and in 2003 was appointed solo presenter of the 7pm News.
'Change is in the air, so it seems the right time to take the next big step in my own life,' Phillips wrote on ABC News.
'After 21 years presenting the 7pm news, I have decided to leave the ABC and take a break for a while.
The KIIS FM journalist radio shock jock launched into an epic rant about ABC's popularity, after Juanita Phillips quit the network following 21 years at the helm of the NSW 7pm News
He went on to say that 'the ABC is not on anyone's radar' before challenging his co-host Jackie 'O' Henderson to describe what Juanita looks like
'It's my choice, and I'm excited to start the next phase of my life.'
Phillips gave a special mention to her viewers claiming she is 'sorry to say 'goodbye', with her final bulletin on September 10.
'It's a privilege to have played a small part in something so important in people's daily lives, and I appreciate the warmth and support I've received from them over the years,' the journalist wrote.
The mother-of-two summed up her sprawling career in five words: 'terrorism, Trump, COVID, climate and equality.'
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Thousands of the 'horrid smelly things' were found squirming in and around outdoor paver cracks at a Melbourne home last month.
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A homeowner was shocked to discover a huge mass of black 'invasive' millipedes in his backyard after a bout of rain.
Thousands of the 'Portuguese millipedes' were found squirming in and around outdoor paver cracks at a Melbourne home last month.
The resident posted images of the 'horrid smelly' insects to a conservation group's social media on Sunday.
He said the black insects, spread out on the concrete and piling on top of one another, had been there for over a week.
'We found masses of millipedes on and around these slabs. They are alive but barely moving,' he said in the online post.
Thousands of the 'Portuguese millipedes' (pictured) were found wriggling about in and around outdoor paver cracks at a Melbourne home last month
The resident of the home posted images of the 'horrid smelly' insects to a conservation group's social media on Sunday (pictured)
'Individuals were very active when put in the sun. Magpies are ignoring them. Any ideas on what is going on?'
'[Its] most likely the invasive Portuguese millipede,' an online club member said.
'They produce unpleasant secretions that birds don't like!'
Another resident said the magpies around their home like to eat the millipedes but only in 'small doses'.
The Department of Agriculture in WA said these insects release a secretion when agitated composed of organic chemicals that ward off birds and pets.
Dr Owen Seeman, a collection manager for Arachnida at the Queensland Museum, confirmed the insects are likely Portuguese millipedes seen mostly in southern Australia.
'They're well-known for moving after good rainfall and they're often active in the winter,' he told Yahoo News Australia.
'They can be a significant domestic nuisance when they invade homes and gardens in their thousands.'
He added they were not harmful to humans but were still not well liked.
'I can't stand those things,' a social media commenter said while another wrote, 'I get so many of these in my house. I hate them.'
A former employee of the Melton Council about 50km west of Melbourne's CBD said there had been a plague of them in the area in 2002.
'Horrid smelly things ... all the homes mainly in new estates were full of them.
'It was so bad it delayed or stopped the Ballarat trains approximately 50 times. We were told they had to sweep the tracks clear in front of the train as the wheels couldn't get traction on the greasy squashed millipedes.'
Another observer said the online images took her back to her childhood in Hurstbridge in Melbourne's north-east when she would play 'millipede Olympics'.
Dr Owen Seeman, a collection manager for Arachnida at the Queensland Museum, said while Portuguese millipedes (pictured) were not harmful they can be a domestic nuisance when gathered in their thousands
'We would put them on the ground and in the water to race each other to see who would win,' she said.
'Big and small millipedes would climb up the wall inside and fall off the ceiling onto you - pretty gross.'
One commenter asked if the huge mound of millipedes in the photos were 'mass spawning' but Dr Seeman said this was unlikely.
'Mating and egg laying is typically an autumn activity for these millipedes. It's more like mass migration – the breeding is finished, so when the conditions are right, they emerge from the mulch and move,' he said.
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In a report for the think tank Reform, Lord Sedwill said too many of the structures of Whitehall 'would be familiar to [William] Gladstone'.
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Britain's system of government needs urgent reform as the civil service is 'too metropolitan, too short-term, too siloed [and] too rivalrous', according to former cabinet secretary Lord Sedwill.
In a report for the think tank Reform, Lord Sedwill said too many of the structures of Whitehall 'would be familiar to [William] Gladstone' and were not capable of meeting the challenges of the 21st century.
In comments seen by the Daily Telegraph, he said: 'Trying to transform the economy and society through an untransformed governance system is unlikely to prosper.
'This means systemic reform.'
The report paints a damning picture of Whitehall where officials and ministers are too often preoccupied with internal machinations rather than the challenges facing the country.
The report says the UK's system of government 'too metropolitan, too short-term, too siloed [and] too rivalrous'
Many of the structures that make up Whitehall 'would be familiar' to William Gladstone who served as Britain's prime minister in the 19th century, the report says
Sedwill also called for a fundamental reform government technology use to improve 'productivity, responsiveness, service levels and precision'.
He said he sometimes felt he had less influence as cabinet secretary than when he ran the Home Office: 'At the Home Office, I'd sometimes find I'd pulled levers and commissioned work, even if I didn't know I had, just by casual remarks.
'[As] cabinet secretary, I could barely find a lever that was connected to anything.'
Other former civil servants and senior officials said in the report that the civil service was risk averse and filled with officials who didn't want to be held accountable for decisions that could backfire.
One said: 'Who wants to be held to account?'
Another added: 'The civil service culture is deeply flawed in many ways . . . What I observe is a culture that is risk-averse, where time is a free good [and] where perfection is the enemy of ''it's good enough, let's just go and do something''.'
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Sophie Cachia hard launched her new girlfriend Sophie Van De Heuvel as she watched her ex-partner Alanna Kennedy help the Matildas thrash Canada in the Women's World Cup on Monday night.
The ex-WAG-turned-mummy blogger, 32, posted a loved-up photo to Instagram of her and her AFLW star partner cuddling up at Melbourne's Rectangular Stadium.
Cachia looked absolutely smitten with her new lover as they beamed for the camera.
The relationship confirmation comes after months of speculation Sophia and Sophie were an item.
The raven-haired beauty looked casual chic in a brown turtleneck jumper which she paired with Matildas soccer scarf.
Sophia Cachia hard launched her new girlfriend Sophie Van De Heuvel as she watched her ex-partner Alanna Kennedy help the Matildas thrash Canada in the Women's World Cup on Monday night
Sophia has had a colourful dating life following her split with her husband back in 2019
She wore her hair in a slick bob and completed her look with wide brim glasses.
Sophia could not wipe the smile off her face as her ex-Kennedy's team the Matildas thrashed Canada 4 -0.
Back in April, Sophia sparked rumours she had found love again.
An influencer watchdog account claimed Sophia had been spotted kissing AFLW star Van De Heuvel, 22, on social media app BeReal.
The account shared a screenshot of a phone supposedly showing the pair locking lips in bed, however only Sophie can be seen in frame.
The pair have apparently cosied up for photos on BeReal numerous times, and were first spotted kissing at a concert in Adelaide.
'Her new love interest is a spitting image of her ex Maddie. I guess she hasn't been wrong the 1000 times she has told her audience she has a ''type,'' the post read.
It comes almost a year after Sophia opened up about her complicated on-off relationship with Matildas star Alanna, claiming their pairing was often 'toxic' and controlling - with Sophie being more submissive.
Sophia's children, Bobby and Florence, with her AFL star ex-husband Jarryd Cachia were also at the game
Sophia also posted photos of the exciting scenes of the Matildas thrashing Canada
'I don’t like to use the word "toxic", but our relationship at times showed signs of that for sure, which we both contributed to,' she told Mia Freedman on the No Filter podcast.
'Alanna is an incredibly strong woman as well. And I don't say I feared her out of fear for my safety or anything, but I found myself cowering down to someone all the time - willingly.'
Sophia dated Alanna following a brief split with basketballer, Maddie Garrick.
Her new romance comes almost a year after Sophia opened up about her complicated on-off relationship with Matildas star Alanna, pictured right, claiming their pairing was often 'toxic' and controlling - with Sophie being more submissive
She recounted in her book, Then There Was Her, the brutal way she dumped Maddie moments after the pair had sex.
Early in the couple's romance, she left Maddie to peruse international soccer player Alanna - announcing the relationship was over while the two were in bed.
'Blondie and I were lying in bed. We'd just had sex and I rolled over to grab my phone when it buzzed on the bedside table. 'I love you, babe,' read the text. ''Please just come to me',' Sophia wrote.
Sophia dated Alanna following a brief split with basketballer, Maddie Garrick. She recounted in her book, Then There Was Her, the brutal way she dumped Maddie (right) moments after the pair had sex
'Ooft. This was it. I rolled back to face the girl I'd been with for over a month, the girl I'd just slept with. 'I've got to go,' I said, bursting into tears. 'I'm so sorry. Nothing I can say right now is going to make any of this better, but... I'm going.'
The blogger was previously married to husband AFL star Jarryd Cachia from 2015 to 2019, before coming out as bisexual and ending the relationship to explore her connection with women.
They share two children- Bobby, 9, and daughter Florence, six.
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Thurrock Council was effectively made bankrupt in December after investing more than half a billion pounds in Liam Kavanagh's solar farm business.
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A Conservative council has been left effectively bankrupt after investing more than half a billion pounds in a solar farm tycoon who used taxpayer cash to buy luxury goods including a yacht and a private jet.
Cash-strapped Thurrock Council in Essex borrowed £655million of public money to invest in Liam Kavanagh's solar farm business.
But leaked documents reveal how the fast-living financier used the council's funds to go on a spending spree and live a luxury lifestyle. Mr Kavanagh's lawyers claim that all the payments made were allowed and approved by his company's finance team and auditor.
Thurrock hoped the huge investment in 53 solar farms would generate millions in extra income. The investments were issued through a complex series of bonds and in return, Thurrock would get interest payments worth millions of pounds.
But the interest payments stopped after Mr Kavanagh wound up his companies and the estimated value of the farms is lower than expected, with the council facing a £200million shortfall on the risky investment.
Cash-strapped Thurrock Council in Essex borrowed £655million of public money to invest in Liam Kavanagh's (pictured) solar farm business
Thurrock hoped the huge investment in 53 solar farms (one pictured in Swindon) would generate millions in extra income
The BBC's Panorama and The Bureau of Investigative Journalism found that the value of Rockfire's farms was inflated to entice further investment. Gavin Cunningham, a former investigator with the Serious Fraud Office, told Panorama that it is potentially fraudulent to supply inaccurate energy prices.
Mr Cunningham said: 'The effect of that will be that you end up with a far greater valuation of the overall portfolio of solar farms than is actually the case. And anyone relying on that information is going to be misled by it.'
The probe found that when Rockfire had one of its solar farm portfolios revalued in 2018, it declared that the power price was £61.45 MWh despite the average price at the time being much lower at £46.92Mwh.
The investigation also uncovered that Mr Kavanagh was told by staff in 2020 the average power price was expected to be £41.70MWh but he insisted valuers should be given the inflated price of £62/MWh.
By 2018, Thurrock had already invested more than half a billion pounds in the business. The inflated power prices convinced the council to invest another £130m - which never reached the solar farm.
Leaked Rockfire documents reveal how Mr Kavanagh spent the council's money on his lavish lifestyle inside. There is a £12million payment which went to a company that bought his private jet.
Meanwhile, there are also payments of £2million for his Bugatti Chiron car and £16million for his yacht Heureka. Another staggering £40million went to a bank account called 'other'.
He also bought a million-dollar diamond-encrusted Hublot watch which cost twice as much as the average home in Grays - the Essex town where Thurrock Council is based.
Leaked documents reveal how the fast-living financier (pictured) used the money to go on a spending spree and live a luxury lifestyle
An email the financier sent in 2020 appears to show he always planned to spend the council's investment on himself.
'These funds… will be used to create a new family investment office and to create wealth for years to come. This has always been my plan,' it read.
Thurrock is one of several councils that have faced financial turmoil since local authorities were handed more freedom to raise funds and invest in 2011 by the coalition government.
Croydon, Slough and Woking have all had to halt all non-essential spending after also losing public funds on risky investments.
A spending watchdog called The Audit Commission - which stopped councils taking too many risks - was abolished in 2015. But Thurrock Council began investing in Mr Kavanagh's business Rockfire in 2016.
Mr Kavanagh, who no longer lives in the UK, said his company had produced significant income for the council for several years.
He said: 'I have never misled Thurrock Council during the course of those investments. It was always my understanding that Thurrock Council conducted its own independent due diligence into investments.'
A report by Essex County Council last month blasted Thurrock for its risky investments and inadequate checks. It also brought up the role played by Sean Clark - the council's then chief financial officer.
Mr Clark also invested council cash in other companies which went bust.
The new council leader, Andrew Jeffries, apologised for 'the shocking and unacceptable failures' of the past and pledged to recover the financial position to protect residents - although Thurrock was granted permission to increase council tax by 10 per cent by declaring bankruptcy earlier this year, sparking mass fury.
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The relationship confirmation comes after months of speculation Sophia and Sophie were an item.
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Sophie Cachia hard launched her new girlfriend Sophie Van De Heuvel as she watched her ex-partner Alanna Kennedy help the Matildas thrash Canada in the Women's World Cup on Monday night.
The ex-WAG-turned-mummy blogger, 32, posted a loved-up photo to Instagram of her and her AFLW star partner cuddling up at Melbourne's Rectangular Stadium.
Cachia looked absolutely smitten with her new lover as they beamed for the camera.
The relationship confirmation comes after months of speculation Sophia and Sophie were an item.
The raven-haired beauty looked casual chic in a brown turtleneck jumper which she paired with Matildas soccer scarf.
Sophia Cachia hard launched her new girlfriend Sophie Van De Heuvel as she watched her ex-partner Alanna Kennedy help the Matildas thrash Canada in the Women's World Cup on Monday night
Sophia has had a colourful dating life following her split with her husband back in 2019
She wore her hair in a slick bob and completed her look with wide brim glasses.
Sophia could not wipe the smile off her face as her ex-Kennedy's team the Matildas thrashed Canada 4 -0.
Back in April, Sophia sparked rumours she had found love again.
An influencer watchdog account claimed Sophia had been spotted kissing AFLW star Van De Heuvel, 22, on social media app BeReal.
The account shared a screenshot of a phone supposedly showing the pair locking lips in bed, however only Sophie can be seen in frame.
The pair have apparently cosied up for photos on BeReal numerous times, and were first spotted kissing at a concert in Adelaide.
'Her new love interest is a spitting image of her ex Maddie. I guess she hasn't been wrong the 1000 times she has told her audience she has a ''type,'' the post read.
It comes almost a year after Sophia opened up about her complicated on-off relationship with Matildas star Alanna, claiming their pairing was often 'toxic' and controlling - with Sophie being more submissive.
Sophia's children, Bobby and Florence, with her AFL star ex-husband Jarryd Cachia were also at the game
Sophia also posted photos of the exciting scenes of the Matildas thrashing Canada
'I don’t like to use the word "toxic", but our relationship at times showed signs of that for sure, which we both contributed to,' she told Mia Freedman on the No Filter podcast.
'Alanna is an incredibly strong woman as well. And I don't say I feared her out of fear for my safety or anything, but I found myself cowering down to someone all the time - willingly.'
Sophia dated Alanna following a brief split with basketballer, Maddie Garrick.
Her new romance comes almost a year after Sophia opened up about her complicated on-off relationship with Matildas star Alanna, pictured right, claiming their pairing was often 'toxic' and controlling - with Sophie being more submissive
She recounted in her book, Then There Was Her, the brutal way she dumped Maddie moments after the pair had sex.
Early in the couple's romance, she left Maddie to peruse international soccer player Alanna - announcing the relationship was over while the two were in bed.
'Blondie and I were lying in bed. We'd just had sex and I rolled over to grab my phone when it buzzed on the bedside table. 'I love you, babe,' read the text. ''Please just come to me',' Sophia wrote.
Sophia dated Alanna following a brief split with basketballer, Maddie Garrick. She recounted in her book, Then There Was Her, the brutal way she dumped Maddie (right) moments after the pair had sex
'Ooft. This was it. I rolled back to face the girl I'd been with for over a month, the girl I'd just slept with. 'I've got to go,' I said, bursting into tears. 'I'm so sorry. Nothing I can say right now is going to make any of this better, but... I'm going.'
The blogger was previously married to husband AFL star Jarryd Cachia from 2015 to 2019, before coming out as bisexual and ending the relationship to explore her connection with women.
They share two children- Bobby, 9, and daughter Florence, six.
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Staff at a Memphis Hebrew Academy and local police are being praised for stopping a man with a handgun. Congressman Steve Cohen said he was Jewish and a former student.
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Staff at a Memphis Jewish school have been praised for their quick thinking after they blocked an armed man from entering and then called the police, leading to him being stopped shortly after.
Workers at Margolin Hebrew Academy/Feinstone Yeshiva of the South called police at 12:20pm on Monday to report that a man with a handgun had tried to get into the school, and fired his gun outside.
Michael Masters, CEO of the Secure Community Network, told Jewish Telegraphic Agency the suspect was a male in his 40s who tried to enter the school but was prevented from doing so due to a security system.
Congressman Steve Cohen told The Daily Memphian the suspect was Jewish, and a former student.
Surveillance camera footage shows the man armed with a hand gun, attempting to get into the school on Monday. The interior doors were closed
Police are seen outside the Hebrew Academy in Memphis on Monday afternoon
Memphis police said it was too soon to determine whether the attempted attack was a hate crime
On finding the entrance blocked, he fled, but the school shared security camera footage of the suspect and told police he was driving a maroon Ram pickup truck with California tags.
The man was pulled over around three miles from the school.
When he got out, he confronted police with his handgun, and was shot.
He has been taken to hospital, and remains in a critical condition.
'Today is a great example of very alert, vigilant officers trying to protect the city,' said Assistant Police Chief Don Crowe.
'I personally truly believe that we have avoided a tragedy. I think the suspect was going to harm somebody before the day was over.'
Don Crowe, the assistant chief of Memphis police, praised the officers and staff involved
Cohen also praised the security systems at the school.
'We have recently learned that the shooter at the Margolin Hebrew Academy was himself Jewish and a former student at the school,' the congressman said.
'I am pleased the academy had effective security and that the police acted quickly to protect students.'
The shooting is the second outside a Memphis school in less than a week.
A security guard at Freedom Preparatory Academy was shot on July 25.
Senate minority leader Raumesh Akbari, a Democrat representing Memphis, demanded tougher gun control.
'With the new school year approaching, this is the second shooting at a school campus in Memphis in less than a week,' he said.
'No family and no community should have to live in constant fear that gun violence may claim the lives of their children or loved ones.
'We are not helpless against this epidemic of gun violence. We can enact reforms that stop future gun violence.
'Now, it's more urgent than ever that lawmakers come together during our special session to give police the tools they need prevent shootings from happening in the first place.'
Police said they cannot yet say if the shooting at the Hebrew academy was a hate crime.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into the attempted attack.
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Bernard spent six years at Old Trafford and made his debut for the Red Devils in a Europa League group-stage defeat against Astana in November 2019, before a string of loans.
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Sheffield Wednesday have signed defender Di'Shon Bernard following his departure from Manchester United.
Bernard spent six years at Old Trafford and made his debut for the Red Devils in a Europa League group-stage defeat against Astana in November 2019.
The 22-year-old Jamaica international had loan spells with Salford and Hull before being restored to first team training during the first half of the 2022-23 season under Erik ten Hag.
He didn't do enough to break into the matchday squad and was sent out on loan to Portsmouth before becoming a free agent when his contract with United expired.
Bernard made 10 Pompey appearances last term and help Jamaica reach the CONCACAF Gold Cup semi-finals this summer.
Sheffield Wednesday have signed defender Di'Shon Bernard after his Man United departure
The length of Bernard's contract was not disclosed by the Owls.
The centre half becomes their fifth new recruit of the transfer window, following Reece James, Juan Delgado, Ashley Fletcher and Pol Valentin to Hillsborough.
In their announcement Wednesday described the Wandsworth product as a cultured ball-playing central defender and said said they 'beat off stiff competition for his signature'.
Upon leaving United Bernard tweeted: ''although my time @manchesterunited has come to an end, I am nothing but proud of my journey so far with all the experiences and all the achievements I've accomplished along the way.
'A big thank you to all the staff, teammates and anyone who has helped me on my journey.'
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Former Manchester United youth starlet signs for Sheffield Wednesday after Old Trafford departure last month
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Rep. Ronny Jackson, who served as the White House doctor for Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump, was 'temporarily detained' by police as he tried to assist a 15-year-old.
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Rep. Ronny Jackson, who served as the White House doctor for Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump, was 'temporarily detained' by police as he tried to assist a 15-year-old having a medical emergency at a rodeo Saturday night.
The Texas Tribune reported Monday that amid a 'very loud and chaotic environment' law enforcement wrongly detained Jackson, who had been called over to provide medical attention.
A statement from the congressman's office said Jackson had been seated 'in the stands during the entire rodeo, in full view of the assembled crowd, and was not drinking.'
Jackson was 'summoned by someone in the crowd to assist a 15-year-old girl who was having a medical emergency nearby.' When he got to the patient her relative, a nurse, was already helping her, but said she needed assistance.
'While assessing the patient in a very loud and chaotic environment, confusion developed with law enforcement on the scene and Dr. Jackson was briefly detained and was actually prevented from further assisting the patient,' the statement said.
Rep. Ronny Jackson (left) is seen with fan Riley Ridling (right) at the White Deer Rodeo Saturday night. Jackson was briefly detained by law enforcement as he tried to assist a 15-year-old having a medical emergency at a concert
President Barack Obama (left) with Dr. Ronny Jackson (right) in 2014. Jackson later served as President Donald Trump's White House doctor, was a failed candidate to lead the Veterans Administration and then ran for Congress
'He was immediately released as soon as law enforcement realized that he, as a medical professional, was tending to the young girl’s medical emergency,' it continued.
The local sheriff, Tam Terry, told the Texas Tribune that one person was 'temporarily detained' while authorities responded to a call during a concert Saturday night at the White Deer Rodeo, located 40 miles outside Amarillo.
Terry did not name Jackson in his statement.
He said the department is 'reviewing the incident.'
Until that wraps up no participants will be named, the sheriff said.
Jackson has had a colorful career in Washington, first associated as Obama's physician, he went on to serve Trump, who's became a political ally.
Jackson was named by Trump to head the Veterans Administration in March 2018, but his nomination was derailed after stories came out about him overprescribing medication to White House staff.
President Donald Trump (left) endorsed Ronny Jackson (right), his former White House doctor, in his first Congressional run in 2020. They remain key political allies
He was given the nickname 'candy man' for that reputation.
Current and former colleagues also told Senate investigators that Jackson drank on the job
Trump withdrew his nomination less than a month after he named Jackson to the post.
In December 2019, he jumped in a Congressional race to represent a conservative slice of Texas.
He won his seat in November 2020 and won reelection last year.
With his medical background, Jackson has become a thorn in President Joe Biden's side, suggesting the 80-year-old needs to take a cognitive test to stay in office.
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The former Dallas Cowboys RB spent time over the weekend at the Patriots facility and was also seen out getting dinner with starting quarterback Mac Jones later on during the day.
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Former Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott's free agent visit with the New England Patriots reportedly went 'very well', according to a report.
Elliott spent time over the weekend at the Patriots facility and later was also seen out getting dinner with starting quarterback Mac Jones.
ESPN's Jermey Fowler recently reported that New England would like to sign a running back soon, but it remains to be seen if they will be able to agree on what Elliott deems a 'respectable contract.'
'I talked to somebody with the team and they said the meeting went very well,' Fowler said Sunday on Sportscenter.
'He's in good shape. They spent the day with him. He had dinner with some Patriots players. It's certainly a good option. I'm told there is some love for Zeke Elliott in the Patriots building.'
Ezekiel Elliott's free agent visit with the New England Patriots reportedly went 'very well'
The three-time Pro Bowl running back is coming off his lowest career rushing yardage total
'But it comes down to the contract, as these things usually do. The reason why Zeke hasn't signed is he wants a respectable contract based on all that he's accomplished in the league and what he feels he can still produce.'
The three-time Pro Bowl RB is not the only veteran at the position who is being dealt a tough hand due to the NFL's reluctance to pay running backs for their success in the league.
Fellow multi-time Pro Bowler Saquon Barkley recently considered holding out before signing an adjusted franchise tag with the New York Giants.
Kareem Hunt, Leonard Fournette, and of course Dalvin Cook are also big-name running backs on the free agent market who teams have been reluctant to hand over decent money to.
Cook has appeared to be the closest of the talented free agent tailbacks to finding a new home amid his prolonged visit with the New York Jets as well interest from the Miami Dolphins.
Rhamondre Stevenson and Ty Montgomery are currently in the Patriots' running back room
If Elliott is to find a new home in the AFC East with New England it would provide an extreme boost in comparison to the names currently on the Patriots depth chart at running back.
Elliott is coming off his worst statistical year since his rookie season largely due to splitting carries with Tony Pollard as he rushed for 876 yards on 3.8 yards per carry and 12 touchdowns through 15 games.
As of now, Rhamondre Stevenson is set to be New England's lead back with Pierre Strong Jr. and Kevin Harris behind him on the depth chart. Ty Montgomery is also in the Patriots' running back room but will likely be locked into a role as the team's pass catching back.
Montgomery was also recently injured in practice and is considered day-to-day with a leg injury.
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Taking aim at websites which promote 'harmful eating disorders' online, the Children's Commissioner for England said more must be done to tackle the 'worrying' trend.
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Children's eating disorders have doubled in the last six years, damning new analysis shows.
Social media has been blamed for fuelling the rise, which saw 11,800 children and young people treated last year - up from 5,240 in 2016-17.
Almost half (45 per cent) had to wait more than 12 weeks to start treatment, a rise of almost three times over the same period.
While the majority of those hospitalised are girls and young women, the number of boys and young men requiring hospital treatment has doubled over the same period, analysis by the Children's Commissioner found.
Taking aim at websites which promote 'harmful eating disorders' online, the Children's Commissioner for England said more must be done to tackle the 'worrying' trend.
Social media has been blamed for fuelling the rise, which saw 11,800 children and young people treated last year - up from 5,240 in 2016-17. Almost half (45 per cent) had to wait more than 12 weeks to start treatment, a rise of almost three times over the same period
Dame Rachel de Souza said: 'It's worrying that children and young people are facing increasingly long waits for treatment for eating disorders – which are often serious and potentially life-threatening.
'Young people deserve timely access to effective care.'
She added: 'The Government must also focus on tackling some of the potential drivers of disordered eating.
'Children need to be robustly protected from harmful eating disorder content online which can drive body image issues.'
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Since 2021-22, the NHS has set a target of 95 per cent of children and young people with eating disorders beginning treatment within one week for urgent cases and four weeks for non-urgent cases.
But analysis reveals only 78 per cent of urgent cases and 81 per cent of non-urgent cases seen within the target time frame in the third quarter of 2022-23.
The number of young people receiving hospital treatment for an eating disorder has also risen, with 24,300 people admitted to hospital in 2020-21 – up 84 per cent since 2016-17.
Nearly half of these patients were under the age of 25 and the vast majority were young women and girls.
However, analysis also shows that admissions of young men have nearly doubled since 2016- 17, from 467 in 2016-17 to 909 in 2020-21.
It is estimated that around 1.25 million people in the UK currently suffer from an eating disorder, such as bulimia, anorexia or binge-eating.
Anorexia is known to have the highest mortality rate of any psychiatric condition, which is why the Children's Commissioner is calling for children and young people to have access to effective, and potentially life-saving treatment in a timely manner.
Mrs De Souza added: 'Now is a critical moment with the Government's Major Conditions Strategy to tackle this growing issue and ensure we remain focused on the needs of children.
'I hope that in merging the Mental Health and Wellbeing Plan with other major conditions in this strategy, the focus on children's mental health is not diluted. I have submitted my response and look forward to seeing the Government's strategy.'
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'Worrying' trend sees number of children with eating disorders DOUBLE in six years as experts blame social media for fueling rise
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EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Madonna and Rupert Everett would doubtless rather forget the existence of 2000 flop rom-com The Next Best Thing (pictured).
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Madonna and Rupert Everett would doubtless rather forget the existence of 2000 flop rom-com The Next Best Thing but Oscar-winning screenwriter Frederic Raphael has launched a stinging attack on the pair for the punishing effect making the film had on its director, John Schlesinger.
It was his final film before he died 20 years ago this month.
In a letter to Schlesinger published in his new book Last Post, Raphael writes: 'You once again absconded from England in order to do that last Hollywood movie The Next Best Thing, with Madonna and Rupert Everett.
'You were no longer a director with whom it was a privilege to work. You worked for them and they had you know it.
'There's a nasty, twisted donnée in the mastering of a one-time master by two quasi-stars who take their pleasure in the knowledge that he has a job only because they chose him.' Ouch.
Madonna and Rupert Everett (pictured here in the movie) would doubtless rather forget the existence of 2000 flop rom-com The Next Best Thing but Oscar-winning screenwriter Frederic Raphael has launched a stinging attack on the pair for the punishing effect making the film had on its director, John Schlesinger
In a letter to Schlesinger published in his new book Last Post, Raphael writes: 'You once again absconded from England in order to do that last Hollywood movie The Next Best Thing, with Madonna and Rupert Everett (pictured). 'You were no longer a director with whom it was a privilege to work. You worked for them and they had you know it'
As the cost of living crisis bites, spare a thought for TV tough guy Ross Kemp.
'We've got a very old swimming pool which I insist on keeping really cold because I can't afford to heat it,' growls the actor, best known for playing thuggish Grant Mitchell in EastEnders.
The star, 59, who used to be married to media boss Rebekah Brooks, adds in Waitrose & Partners Weekend (where else?): 'My children have no issues with swimming in the North Sea, because that's what it's like in our pool.'
Age-defying Bunny Girl Kate throws wild 50th bash
She shares her birthday with Sir Mick Jagger — whose raucous 80th attracted much attention.
And Kate Beckinsale celebrated her 50th in similar fashion with a blow-out bash complete with outfit changes, three birthday cakes and some very risque dancing.
The London-born star dressed up as a Playboy Bunny with bow-tie collar, black ears and ripped fishnet tights.
She posted videos of herself dancing to music with a group of her friends including American actress Demi Moore at her Hollywood home and was treated to three cakes.
'What a party — full of love and glitter and the best people,' says Kate (below in red).
She had earlier celebrated with her mother, Judy Loe, who was married to her father, Richard Beckinsale, until his death in 1979.
Kate Beckinsale (centre) celebrated her 50th in similar fashion with a blow-out bash complete with outfit changes, three birthday cakes and some very risque dancing. The London-born star dressed up as a Playboy Bunny with bow-tie collar, black ears and ripped fishnet tights
Made In Chelsea star Spencer Matthews has been ordered to tear down a tool shed he built without planning permission at the £7 million Jersey estate he shares with his wife, model Vogue Williams.
Matthews, 34, sparked a row with a neighbour after building the structure in a field near his five-bedroom home which boasts a pool, gym and snooker room.
The resident objected, saying it was within a designated Protected Coastal Area. Matthews applied for retrospective consent but officials have upheld the complaint.
Royal explorer Rosie Stancer, whose grandmother was the Queen Mother's sister, has clearly passed on her adventurous genes to her son.
Jock Stancer is cycling almost 2,000 miles from London to Bergen, in Norway, on a self-built bamboo bicycle to raise funds for charity.
Rosie once cut off two frostbitten toes with a penknife during a failed solo attempt to reach the North Pole.
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