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Has Jimin from BTS ever had green hair?
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BTS unofficial resident prince charming is this idol. He is a musician, dancer, and fashion icon who is noted for his various hair colors. Heres everything we know about this multi-award winner. Jimin, a member of BTS, colored his hair a greenish-turquoise color. Hes the man behind Filter and Intro: Serendipity, two solo tunes. Jimin is one of the seven members of the Korean boy band BTS, who are featured in songs such as Dynamite and Boy With Luv. Jimin has worn colored contacts to match BTS musical eras, as well as various accessories like earrings and rings, in addition to his wardrobe choices. Jimin, like the other members of BTS Jin, J-Hope, Suga, RM, V, and Jungkook dyes his hair on a regular basis. Jimins hair went from bubblegum pink to platinum blonde to blonde to caramel brown in 2017. Jimins hair was a greenish tone the following year. This hair was seen by certain BTS fans who attended the Love Yourself Tour. This BTS member is well-known for his many hair colors, as well as his use of colored contacts. In 2020, the members of BTS took part in interviews for the music video On. That was an inquiry about Jimins preferred hair color. He couldnt decide which style suited him best at first. According to a video translation, Jimin responded, Well, thats a tricky one. Because my hair is now this hue, I truly like it. Navy-like? The bandmates individually disclosed their favorite hair colors during a 2018 interview with Buzzfeed. For RM, it was silver, and for V, it was gold. This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/culture-entertainment/has-jimin-from-bts-ever-had-green-hair/
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Is 50 Cent Leaving the Power Universe Due to Starz Drama?
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Power, which was created by Curtis 50 Cent Jackson, is one of televisions most popular brands. The original series starred Omari Hardwick as James Ghost St. Patrick, one of New Yorks most notorious drug lords who is seeking to make a clean break. James hopes to leave his volatile past behind with a new nightclub, Truth, his wife, Tasha (Naturi Naughton), and their three children. However, James quickly discovers that getting legit will be far more difficult than he anticipated. Tommy (Joseph Sikora), his nasty closest friend and business partner, has no intention of leaving the drug game. Things become much more tricky when his high school lover Angela (Lela Loren) returns to the picture. Power Book II: Ghost, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Power Book IV: Force, and Power Book V: Influence are four more spinoffs from the series, which ended with a bang after six seasons. Courtney A. Kemp, a formidable showrunner, created Power. Kemp hooked up with 50 Cent, an executive producer on the Power franchise who has expanded his talents far beyond rapping. He also appeared in the first season of the show and directed an episode. There is no version of Power that works without our partnership, Kemp told Variety. Hes been a fantastic producer for a long time. Both Kemp and Starz have praised 50 Cent with keeping Power fans engaged and driving the shows popularity. The original series was the second-most-watched drama on cable, after only HBOs Game of Thrones. There have, however, been some squabbles between the artist and the network. Another iconic theme tune for the culture has arrived. Take a look at the official music video for This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/culture-entertainment/is-50-cent-leaving-the-power-universe-due-to-starz-drama/
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Is It True That Gene Simmons Insured His Famous Tongue for $1 Million?
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Kiss is one of the most well-known rock bands in history. With their distinctive theatrics, the band helped solidify the genres growth by packing major venues. Their extravagant stage spectacle garnered them millions of admirers around the world and cemented their status as rock legends. Many Kiss fans find it difficult to separate the bands concept from frontman and co-founder Gene Simmons. Kisss high-octane performances catapulted him to superstardom, but hes also become a cultural legend in his own right, thanks to his numerous (and often boasted about) sexual experiences and his remarkable tongue. For many, the image of the stars ridiculously long tongue is inexorably linked to him. How Kiss Gene Simmons hurt I Was Made for Lovin You co-writer After performing with Kiss since their inception in 1972, Simmons (born Chaim Witz) is undoubtedly the most recognizable member. Kiss stage displays are extravagant, drawing on the spectacle that made singers like David Bowie famous at the time. For many fans, the most famous feature of Kiss stage acts was Simmons tongue, which was continually dangling out of his lips or lapping up the crowds enthusiasm, in addition to the makeup, flaming guitars, pyrotechnics, and spitting blood. Simmons tongue, according to Jack 96.9, is a full 7 inches long and, contrary to popular perception, is completely natural. Over the years, fans have explored a variety of ridiculous claims regarding the stars famous tongue being surgically enhanced. Some enthusiasts believe Simmons characteristic look was achieved by grafting a cow mouth onto his own. According to Snopes, the star considers this to be his favorite rumor about his enigma. The rumor was debunked by the famous fact-checking site, which cited Simmons autobiography and stated, Even if the state of medical technology back in the 1970s allowed for human-bovine melding, anyone who has checked out a cows tongue at a deli or grocery store meat counter knows how huge one is This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/culture-entertainment/is-it-true-that-gene-simmons-insured-his-famous-tongue-for-1-million/
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Is Jessika Power and Dan Webb still together after Married at First Sight Australia?
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Since its premiere on Lifetime in May 2020, Married at First Sight Australia has been a fan favorite television show that has captivated American fans. Married at First Sight Australia, a social experiment turned reality television show, has grown as popular as the American version of the show, if not more so, thanks to a few striking peculiarities that set it apart from others in the franchise. Jessika Power, a participant who became embroiled in serious scandal and addiction before reemerging as a true survivor, is one of the most interesting characters to appear on the show. The Australian version of Married at First Sight features more drama than the American version. So good for you #MAFS is a hashtag that stands for Ma 46mUIMel3D https://t.co/46mUIMel3D April 22, 2021 Married At First Sight (@MarriedAU) Married at First Sight is a film about a couple who fall in love at first sight. Meet the Cast of New Orleans Married at First Sight Australia premiered on the Nine Network in 2015. Although the Australian edition of the series debuted at the same time as the American edition, Married at First Sight Australia has emerged as the true franchise hero. While both shows have the same premise of strangers being paired together by experts in a nontraditional marriage, the Australian version includes non-legally binding marriage ceremonies, as opposed to the American version, which has the featured couples enter into a legally binding marriage for the duration of their time on the show. Furthermore, several fans have noticed that Married at First Sight Australia has a lot more drama than the American version of the show, with many contestants reportedly participating in the series in order to obtain fame or a greater social media presence. Whether this is true or not, one cast member in particular has sparked controversy among viewers. On Married at First Sight Australia, Jessika Power has created quite a stir. #MAFS #MAFS pic.twitter.com/qid3SV0xo2 #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS #MAFS @MarriedAU (@MarriedAU) Married At First Sight (@MarriedAU) Married At First Sight (@Mar April This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/culture-entertainment/is-jessika-power-and-dan-webb-still-together-after-married-at-first-sight-australia/
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Is There a Disney Princess Who Doesnt Have an Animal Friend?
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The Disney princesses are known for their brave animal companions. It was a tiger named Rajah after Princess Jasmine. Pocahontas had to deal with a naughty raccoon named Meeko. Maui from Moana even joked that Moana was a princess because she was dressed up and had an animal sidekick (Hei Hei). A few Disney princesses, however, do not have animals accompanying them on their excursions. Anna and Elsa made Olaf, a snowman, to be their best buddy. These two sisters were always there for one other. Anna and Elsa were joined by a snowman who enjoyed warm hugs in Disneys animated film Frozen. Thats Olaf, Elsas wonderful creation. Sven, Anna, and Elsa dont have any animal companions outside Kristoffs reindeer. However, in Frozen 2, this sister duo befriends a number of spirits who assume the guise of animals. Bruni, the fire spirit, and the water spirit are among them. These figures, though, arent technically part of Disneys official princess roster. (Disneys official Princess Lineup consists of twelve characters.) Snow White, Cinderella, Aurora, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Pocahontas, Mulan, Tiana, Rapunzel, Merida, and Moana are the princesses in question.) From Cinderella to Mulan, to Secret Society of Second-Born Royals, theres something for everyone. Here are the new Disney+ movies that will be available in September 2020. Animal sidekicks arent technically present in Sleeping Beauty. Sleeping Beauty hung out with some local animals as a result of living in a forest without any actual pals. She even danced with an owl costumed as her once upon a dream prince. Auroras closest companions, on the other hand, are the three good fairies who raised her Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather. Snow White from Disneys Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/culture-entertainment/is-there-a-disney-princess-who-doesnt-have-an-animal-friend/
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Is Mental Health Related to Cardiovascular Disease?
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Is there VAR at Euro 2020?
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The video assistant referee (VAR) system will be in place at Euro 2020. As the name suggests, Euro 2020 was supposed to take place last year, but the coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to postpone the tournament by 12 months. The competition, which will be held in 11 different cities in the same number of countries, begins with a meeting between Italy and Turkey in Rome on June 11. The final will take place a month later, with England, France, Belgium, Portugal, Spain and Germany all hoping to be walking out at Wembley on July 11. Football fans across the continent will hope for a controversy-free tournament, as will UEFA and the match officials . European footballs governing body confirmed in September 2018 that VAR would be used for the first time in European Championship history at Euro 2020. In April 2021, UEFA announced 19 refereeing teams for the tournament, with each one consisting of a referee and two assistant referees. UEFA also announced 22 VARs and 12 support match officials, with the latter group serving as fourth officials or reserve assistant referees. Each on-field refereeing team has been assigned a VAR. We believe that VAR is a crucial project for football, UEFAs Referees Committee chairman Roberto Rosetti said last year. Were very happy with the figures that weve seen in the UEFA Champions League group phase and playoffs in 108 matches in total, 27 decisions have been corrected through the VAR system, which means that a decision has only been overturned every four matches - this shows the quality of the referees performances. In addition, we feel that the time taken to overturn a decision is important. So far this season, the average time for the correction of a decision has been 1 minute 30 seconds 15 seconds less than last season. However, I would emphasise once more that in compliance with its protocol - VAR is only for clear and obvious mistakes, and not for controversial situations. "Football needs good referees above all match officials with a strong personality on the field of play, who take correct and courageous decisions.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/euro-2020-VAR-referee-penalty-free-kick-video
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What do Euro 2020 captains give each other before a match?
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At this summers tournament, Euro 2020 captains will exchange pennants before kick-off in all 51 matches. This is a long-held tradition in international football, and is also seen ahead of significant matches at club level. The pennants usually feature the crest of the national team in question, although sometimes national flags are used instead. The exchange of pennants is intended as a symbol of friendship and mark of respect between the two captains and the countries they represent. All 24 nations taking part at Euro 2020 will bring along at least seven pennants due to the fact they will play a maximum of seven games. Opposition pennants are usually kept by the recipient country, with significant ones often displayed at museums. For example, the Peoples Collection at the National Football Museum in Manchester houses pennants that were once given to the England national team and English club sides. The exchange of pennants takes place in the centre-circle, when the captains will also shake hands with each other and with the match officials. This is also the moment that the referee holds a coin toss to determine which team will kick-off and which end of the pitch each side will occupy in the first half. This will happen before every game at Euro 2020, starting with the curtain-raiser between Italy and Turkey at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on June 11. England, France and Belgium are among the favourites to win Euro 2020, which was pushed back to this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Italy, Germany, Spain and Portugal will also hope to be competing in the final at Wembley on July 11. Portugal are the holders following their Euro 2016 triumph in France, when Fernando Santoss side overcame the host nation in the final at the Stade de France.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/euro-2020-captains-national-team-pennants-before-game
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Who are the Euro all time top scorers?
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Cristiano Ronaldo has the chance to move clear in the Euro all time top scorers list at Euro 2020. Ronaldo helped Portugal triumph at Euro 2016, scoring three goals as Fernando Santoss side won the tournament in France. Portugal are looking to defend their crown this summer, when Ronaldo is expected to move clear at the top of the charts of Euro all time top scorers. The Juventus forward is currently tied in first place with France legend Michel Platini, with both players having scored nine goals at European Championships. Platinis entire haul came at Euro 1984, as the attacking midfielder inspired France to glory on home soil. Ronaldo scored two goals at Euro 2004, when hosts Portugal were beaten in the final by Greece. He added another goal to his Euro tally in 2008, before scoring three times at Euro 2012 as Portugal reached the semi-finals. In third place on the list of Euro all time top scorers is former England striker Alan Shearer. He finished as top scorer at Euro 1996 with five goals, as England reached the semi-finals. Shearer scored twice at Euro 2000 but was unable to prevent his country crashing out at the group stage. Seven players sit joint-fourth in the Euro all time top scorers chart with six goals apiece: Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Portugals Nuno Gomes, Englands Wayne Rooney, France duo Antoine Griezmann and Thierry Henry, and Netherlands pair Ruud van Nistelrooy and Patrick Kluivert. Of those players, only France forward Griezmann will have the chance to score his seventh Euro goal at this summers tournament. The Euro 2020 action gets under way on June 11, when Italy meet Turkey at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. Ronaldo and Portugal begin the defence of their crown against Hungary on June 15.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/euro-2020-euro-all-time-top-scorers-cristiano-ronaldo-michel-platini
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Where is the Euro 2020 final being played?
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The Euro 2020 final will take place at Wembley Stadium in London, England on July 11. As the name suggests, the 16th edition of the European Championship was supposed to be held last year. The coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to push the tournament back 12 months, and it will now take place this summer. The European Championship was launched in 1960, and UEFA decided in 2012 to celebrate the tournaments 60th anniversary by staging Euro 2020 at multiple venues around the continent. There were suggestions earlier this year that UEFA would be forced to rethink their plan due to the ongoing effects of the pandemic. But while some venues have been cut due to a failure to guarantee the presence of supporters at matches, the continent-wide format remains in place. The opening game between Italy and Turkey on June 11 will take place at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. The business end of the tournament, including the Euro 2020 final, will be held at Wembley. Englands national stadium will also host both semi-finals, two matches in the round of 16, and three group games. In the group stage and round of 16, the 90,000-seat capacity ground will be around 25 per cent full. This could increase for the semi-finals and final, but no decision has been made yet. England will hope to make it through to the Euro 2020 final at Wembley. Gareth Southgates side are among the favourites to win the tournament, along with France and Belgium. Germany, Spain and Portugal will also hope to have the trophy in their hands at the end of the Euro 2020 final on July 11. Portugal are the reigning champions, having beaten France 1-0 after extra time in the final of Euro 2016. The showpiece event five years ago was held at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, in front of 75,868 supporters.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/euro-2020-final-wembley-england-london-european-championship
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What does a Euro 2020 man of the match get?
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Players from all 24 competing nations will hope to be named a Euro 2020 man of the match this summer. As the name suggests, Euro 2020 was supposed to take place last year, but the coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to postpone the tournament by 12 months. The competition, which will be held in 11 different cities in the same number of countries, begins with a meeting between Italy and Turkey in Rome on June 11. The final will take place a month later, with England, France, Belgium, Portugal, Spain and Germany all hoping to be walking out at Wembley on July 11. The European Championship once held 16 teams, but UEFA increased this to 24 before Euro 2016. The same format has been retained this time around, which means there will be six groups of four teams at Euro 2020. The winners and runners-up will advance to the knockout phase, where they will be joined by the four best third-place finishers. Eight sides will be eliminated in the group stage. The tournament will feature 51 matches in total. That means there are 51 chances for players to win a Euro 2020 man of the match award. UEFA has not confirmed what the prize will be, but it is usually some sort of commemorative trophy. The man of the match at Euro 2016 was decided by UEFA's technical observers after considering the nominees as voted for by EURO2016.com users. France duo Antoine Griezmann and Dimitri Payet, Portugal pair Cristiano Ronaldo and Renato Sanches, Belgium forward Eden Hazard, Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta, and Switzerlands Granit Xhaka were all named man of the match twice. At Euro 2012, Iniesta and Italys string-puller Andrea Pirlo were voted as man of the match on three occasions. The man of the match award was introduced by UEFA for Euro 1996 and has been in place at every tournament since then.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/euro-2020-man-of-the-match-award-prize-interview
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Who is the Euro 2020 mascot?
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Skillzy, described by UEFA as a "larger-than-life character inspired by freestyling, street and panna culture", was unveiled as the official Euro 2020 mascot in March 2019. The freestyle-loving humanoid is intended to be an interactive mascot who unites football fans from various countries and cultures. Skillzy was unveiled alongside British professional freestyler Liv Cooke and Norwegian freestyle footballer Tobias Becs in Amsterdam two years ago. The event was part of UEFAs Your Move campaign and was held at the Johan Cruyff Arena, home of Ajax. It has been suggested that Skillzy was designed with Cruyff, a Netherlands legend, in mind. We wanted to move away from the traditional mascot that we have seen at previous UEFA Euros in order to create a symbol that is able to interact more closely with football fans across the continent, said Guy-Laurent Epstein, marketing director of UEFA Events SA. It is important that UEFA appeals to football fans of all ages, and by creating a mascot which is actually able to physically play the game we all love, this will inspire youngsters from Dublin to Baku to try and emulate the tricks that Skillzy, Liv Cooke and Tobias Becs are able to master. As the Euro 2020 mascot, Skillzy follows a proud tradition which has seen mascots present at the European Championship since Euro 1980 in Italy. At Euro 2016, the cape-wearing Super Victor was unable to get France over the line, as the hosts lost to Portugal in the final. Skillzy might be a distant relative of Trix and Flix, the pair of mascots created for Euro 2012 in Poland and Ukraine. He is likely to be showing off his technique at the opening game of Euro 2020 between Italy and Turkey on June 11. Skillzy is set for a busy few weeks, with Euro 2020 being staged in 11 different countries as part of UEFAs pan-continental format.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/euro-2020-mascot-official-skillzy-cartoon-freestyling-uefa-johan-cruyff
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Do Euro 2020 games have extra time?
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Euro 2020 matches will feature extra time if the scores are level after 90 minutes, but only in the knockout stage. As the name suggests, Euro 2020 was supposed to be held last year, but the coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to postpone the tournament for 12 months. The action is set to get under way on June 11, with 24 nations competing in a pan-continental tournament held in 11 different cities. The 24 teams have been split into six groups of four. Each side will play the three others in their group, with the top two automatically advancing to the round of 16. The four best third-place finishers will also qualify for the knockout stage, which means only eight of the 24 participants will be eliminated in the group phase. There will be no extra time in the group stage, where a draw will result in each team collecting one point. From the round of 16 onwards, an additional 30 minutes of extra time will be played if there is nothing separating the sides after 90 minutes. If the scores are still level after 120 minutes, a penalty shoot-out will determine the winner. The full 30 minutes of extra time will always be played, with FIFA and UEFA having ditched innovations such as the golden goal and the silver goal. The golden goal was used at Euro 1996 and Euro 2000. Any goal scored in extra time automatically ended the game, with the scoring team emerging victorious. The silver goal was used at Euro 2004. A goal in the first period of extra time would settle the game unless an equaliser was scored before the end of the first 15-minute half. Five matches at Euro 2016 featured extra time. Poland and Switzerland drew 1-1 in the last 16, before the Poles won the penalty shoot-out. In the same round, Portugal overcame Croatia thanks to a goal from Ricardo Quaresma in extra time. Portugal and Poland could still not be separated after extra time in the quarter-finals, with Portugal triumphing on penalties. Germany also required a shoot-out to edge out Italy and reach the semi-finals. In the final, a goal from Eder in extra time gave Portugal a 1-0 victory over France.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/euro-2020-matches-extra-time-penalties-90-minutes
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Where are the Euro 2020 VAR team based?
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Football fans across the continent will hope the Euro 2020 VAR team can prevent any refereeing injustice at this summers tournament. As the name suggests, Euro 2020 was originally scheduled for last year, but the coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to push the tournament back 12 months. The competition, which will be held in 11 different cities in the same number of countries, starts with a game between Italy and Turkey on June 11. The final will take place a month later, with England, France, Belgium, Portugal, Spain and Germany all hoping to be walking out at Wembley on July 11. UEFA confirmed in September 2018 that the video assistant referee (VAR) system would be used in the following seasons Champions League, as well as for the first time in European Championship history at Euro 2020. "We are confident that introducing Video Assistant Referees in August 2019 will give us enough time to put in place a robust system and to train match officials to ensure an efficient and successful implementation of VAR in the UEFA Champions League, the worlds flagship club competition, said UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin. VAR was broadly successful at the 2018 World Cup and has now been in place in the Premier League for two seasons. The video review system has its supporters and detractors, and the Euro 2020 VAR team will be keen to avoid controversy by getting the big decisions right this summer. UEFA has appointed 19 refereeing teams for Euro 2020, with each one comprising a referee and two assistant referees. Each team has also been assigned a unique VAR who will work on the same games as the refereeing team. English duo Stuart Attwell and Chris Kavanagh will serve as VARs during the tournament, with Lee Betts on offside VAR duty. UEFA has not yet confirmed where the VARs will be based. There could be one general hub somewhere in Europe, or the governing body could set up local bases close to each of the 11 host stadiums.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/euro-2020-var-team-video-assistant-referee-penalty
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Was the Japril Ending of Greys Anatomy Really Better Than Alexs Exit Train Wreck?
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Greys Anatomy is primarily about doctors, but anyone who has watched the show understands that it is also about relationships. Hundreds of romances have blossomed, fallen apart, and blossomed again since the show first aired over two decades ago. Few, on the other hand, possessed the allure of Jackson and Aprils Japril. However, now that Jackson has left the series, many fans desire for a more satisfying conclusion to their favorite power couple. The 17th episode of Season 17 will be released soon. When Seattle Grace and Mercy West amalgamated, Jesse Williams Jackson and Sarah Drews April met, according to ABC 7 in Chicago. Dr. Shepherd had smitten her at first, but she later befriended Jackson Avery and the two became intimate companions. Viewers watched as April, who was previously unattached, fell in love with Jackson and went through the wringer. Her sexual relationship with him was a significant matter for her, as she was a devout Christian. The couple had a roller-coaster relationship that came to a dramatic head when Jesse Williams left the program. From pregnancy to marriage to divorce and the accompanying custody battle, the pair had a roller-coaster relationship that came to a dramatic head when Jesse Williams left the program. Fans offer their opinions. What Greys Anatomy Fans Need to Know About Station 19 Season 4 Episode 14 Recap, Comfortably Numb Japril was hailed as one of the seasons saving graces by Reddit users. Season 17 was a particularly remarkable event, from the reactionary answers to the COVID-19 outbreak to the behind-the-scenes drama effecting the on-screen storytelling. Even Greys Anatomy, a show built on melodrama, may have its limits. u/ThePrincessRuto summed up the entire thing neatly. Jackson made the decision to relocate to Boston to oversee the family foundation there. He approached April and asked her to relocate with their daughter and Matthew so that Jackson could This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/culture-entertainment/was-the-japril-ending-of-greys-anatomy-really-better-than-alexs-exit-train-wreck/
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What brought Timbaland and Aaliyah together?
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Many believe the 1990s to be the golden period of hip-hop, rap, and R&B music. Superproducers like Timbaland rose to prominence alongside great vocalists like Aaliyah, the R&B Princess. Timbaland and Aaliyah both started their careers in music in the 1990s. Timbaland began his career in music as a producer for R&B groups like Jodeci and Sista in the early 1990s. Meanwhile, Aaliyah spent the late 1980s and early 1990s honing her singing skills, appearing on Star Search and getting a record deal at the age of 12. In the early 1990s, Aaliyah met her guru, R. Kelly. On her debut album, Age Aint Nothing But a Number, released in 1994, the beleaguered vocalist produced and wrote all of the tracks. Kelly married the young vocalist when she was 15, and the albums title as well as both singers became embroiled in controversy. Aaliyahs songs was largely created by Timbaland. Timbaland broke into the public in 1996, producing the majority of Aaliyahs second album, One in a Million. Missy Elliott, a longtime friend, helped him compose a lot of the albums songs, including the popular track If Your Girl Only Knew. In 1996, Timbaland made a stir with his production work on Ginuwines debut album, Ginuwinethe Bachelor, which featured the classic Pony. Timbaland produced Missy Elliotts debut album Supa Dupa Fly entirely the next year. Missy Elliott said in a 2012 interview with MTV News that she and Timbaland were afraid to work with Aaliyah because Aaliyah had already released her successful debut album while Elliott and Timbaland were just getting started. Elliott was also worried that the Princess of R&B would be a diva when they met, but she was swiftly proven wrong. Elliott said, She came in and was very warm. She made us feel like family right away. Mariah Carey was inspired by Aaliyahs personal message This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/culture-entertainment/what-brought-timbaland-and-aaliyah-together/
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What Is Ayesha Currys Net Worth in Comparison to Her Husbands?
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Every NBA fan is familiar with Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry, and chances are they are also familiar with his wife, Ayesha Curry. Steph and Ayesha have become one of the most well-known celebrity couples, thus fans are always curious about their relationship. Many people have been curious about Ayeshas net worth in comparison to her husbands because of her career as a chef. Heres the solution, as well as the key to their successful marriage. Steph and Ayesha are exactly one year and nine days apart in age. Steph Curry was born in Akron, Ohio, on March 14, 1988, to Sonya Curry and Dell Curry, a former NBA player. Steph Curry is the elder sibling of NBA star Seth Curry and his sister Sydel, and grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina. Steph was selected by the Warriors with the seventh pick in the 2009 NBA Draft after being a standout player at Davidson. He is now widely considered as one of the best shooters in the game, having led The Dubs to several championships. Stephs future bride was born on March 23, 1989, to parents John and Carol Alexander in Ontario, Canada. She grew up in a Toronto suburb until she was 14 years old, when her family relocated to Charlotte, North Carolina. When they were teenagers, Ayesha and Steph met at a Christian youth group. After dating for a few years, they married on July 30, 2011, and have three children together. Cooking is represented by the letter C. With everyones favorite fuzzy pals, join @StephenCurry30 and @ayeshacurry for the Sesame Street Breakfast Challenge! https://twitter.com/sH6MlfMpVK/sH6MlfMpVK/sH6MlfMpVK/sH March 25, 2021 Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) Ayesha used to be an actress before she became a chef. In 2008, she portrayed Keeley Hawkins on the television show Whittaker Bay. Dans Detour of Life and Love for Sale were two other films in which she appeared. Following his marriage to Steph, This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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What is Ryan Goslings age difference from Eva Mendes?
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The Place Beyond the Pines starred both Ryan Gosling and Evan Mendes. Since then, the two actors have remained together and have two daughters, divulging minor details of their lives during interviews. Heres all we know about Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes. Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes are well-known actors who have appeared in films such as La La Land and Hitch. Mendes is an actress, model, and entrepreneur. Ghost Rider, released in 2007, is one of her most well-known compositions. She played the role of Roxanne Simpson on the show. This actor also starred alongside Will Smith and Kevin James in the 2005 picture Hitched. Gosling co-starred with Rachel McAdams in the film The Notebook, for which he won the MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss. In 2016, he co-starred in the Academy Award-nominated film La La Land with Emma Stone. Gosling, on the other hand, met his now-wife while filming The Place Beyond the Pines in 2011. Mendes and Gosling starred alongside Bradley Cooper in the thriller, which is now accessible to view with a Starz membership. Theyve been dating for more than five years. They started a family together and collaborated on a number of film projects. Now that they have two children, Gosling and Mendes keep their relationship mostly secret, though they have both spoken about their time together on The Ellen Degeneres Show. When it comes to their birth dates, this pair is separated by a few years. On November 12, 1980, Gosling was born. On March 5, 1974, Mendes was born. Mendes is about seven years old This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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What Is the Real Name of Sleeping Beauty in Disney?
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There are a few different names for this character. She was referred to as some peasant girl by Prince Phillips father, while Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather referred to her as Briar Rose. Some Disney fans even refer to this princess by her films title, Sleeping Beauty. Heres everything we know about Disneys most famous character. One of the official Disney princesses is Sleeping Beauty. She wears pink some of the time and blue some of the time. After Cinderella and Snow White, this princess was the star of Disneys 1959 film Sleeping Beauty, making her the companys third recognized princess. Maleficent, the live-action spinoff, and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, both featured this character. Elle Fanning played her this time, portraying a distinct side of the cartoon films protagonist and villain. In Ralph Breaks the Internet, the character had a brief appearance. Although some Disney fans refer to her as Sleeping Beauty, her real name is Aurora, which was given to her by her parents during the film. She is referred to with a different name throughout Sleeping Beauty. The three nice fairies hid the princess in the forest to safeguard her, giving her a new identity in the process. As a result, Aurora is dubbed Briar Rose, and this is how the prince first encounters her. Aurora is referred to by her birth name once more after the three good fairies reveal her true identity. She returns to the palace to resume her life. Aurora, of course, danced away with her once upon a dream prince. Along with Cinderella and Snow White, she was one of Disneys first acknowledged princesses. According to Cinema Blend, the companys lineup includes eleven official Disney princesses. Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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What Is the True Appeal of Gilmore Girls 14 Years After Its Final Episode?
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Gilmore Girls has gotten a new lease on life. Several of the shows main characters have stated that the show is far more popular now than it was when it first aired. To be honest, the series was quite successful when it first aired in the early 2000s. Nonetheless, its appearance on Netflix has given it a fresh lease on life. Simply put, the shows persistent, lovable qualities and psychology. To fans who live in a complex world, Stars Hollow seems like a loving hug. Lorelai Gilmore and Rory Gilmores hometown became as much a part of the tale as the primary characters themselves. It would be an understatement to say Stars Hollow was idyllic. Nothing unpleasant ever happens in the small, walkable town, and the close-knit community seems especially welcoming to admirers who have spent their lives in vast, faceless cities. Nw4pv3ko09 (@Nw4pv3ko09) (@Nw4pv3ko09) (@Nw4pv3 January 30, 2017 Gilmore Girls (@GilmoreGirls) Kelly Bishop Isnt Sure Shell Play Emily Gilmore Again in Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life The towns eccentric residents are equally as charming as the hamlet itself. While some fans say that a town like Stars Hollow might be oppressive, the idea of a society that watches out for its citizens instills a sense of security in many. The charming gazebo, modest, family-owned businesses, and bustling town square contribute to the towns attraction. Fans of Gilmore Girls admired the shows imperfect characters. Gilmore Girls isnt always lighthearted, and its certainly not always tragic. Sure, there are humorous moments and settings that portray the shows central protagonists in an excessively positive light. Even Nevertheless, when viewed as a whole, the series does not try to disguise the shortcomings of Rory, Lorelai, their extended family, or the community in which they live. Its fine that everyone of the shows characters is severely flawed.
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What is Wonhos estimated net worth for 2021?
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K-pop groups have dominated music in Asia for years, and their influence is spreading around the globe. One of these groups is Monsta X, a South Korean boy band lead by singer Wonho. Wonho made his K-pop debut as a member of Monsta X. Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, I.M, and Wonho were the members of Monsta X when they originally debuted in 2015, and they were similar to BTS in that they had seven members: Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, I.M, and Wonho. Their debut EP, Trespass, was released in May of that year, followed by Rush a few months later. They released two additional EPs the following year and grew in popularity as they began performing for audiences all over the world. The Clan Pt. 2.5: The Final Chapter, Monsta Xs debut studio album, was released in April 2017. Monsta X became one of the most well-known K-pop groups in the world over the next two years, thanks to multiple hit singles and successful tours. However, the group announced in October 2019 that Wonho will be leaving to pursue a solo career. Since 2019, Wonho has become a solo artist. Following his resignation, Wonho issued a comprehensive letter to fans, explaining that he left the group to protect them from unwanted news after being suspected of marijuana use. I came to this choice after witnessing many people suffering as a result of my actions, the South Korean artist revealed. Wonho was later exonerated of the drug-related accusations when investigators were unable to discover any supporting evidence, according to Refinery29. Fans couldnt picture Monsta X without Wonho, but he quickly proved that he would come back even stronger. Wonho is a well-known thirst-quencher. Members of K-pop groups are known for being heartthrobs, similar to boy bands in other countries. This was the case for Wonho and the other Monsta X members This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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What Is Yvonne Strahovskis Net Worth From The Handmaids Tale?
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The Handmaids Tale is one of Hulus most popular shows. The shows idea is really frightening, but the powerful casts performances are really stunning. Yvonne Strahovski plays one of the series key antagonists. Every time she walks into a scene, her incredible acting abilities are on display. For a long time, the Australian native has dazzled audiences on cinema and on stage, leading to her current outstanding net worth. Yvonne Strahovski was born and raised in Australia, where she studied performing arts at the School of Contemporary Arts at the University of Western Sydney. She began her acting career in Australia, where she appeared in the television shows Headland and Sea Patrol. According to IMDb, Strahovski made her big-screen debut in the 2007 thriller Gone. She auditioned for the role of Sarah Walker on Chuck after arriving to Los Angeles. She wowed the audience with her audition and was offered the part almost immediately. On the show, she also did the majority of her own stunts. Strahovski had a great year in 2012, as she made her Broadway debut and joined the cast of Dexter. Despite her lack of experience on stage, the actress was thrilled to play Lorna Moone in the 75th anniversary revival of Golden Boy. She told Broadway that working on stage is significantly more difficult than working on television, but she loves it. Her casting in the Dexter cast was a significant step forward in her career. Dexter had become a massive sensation by 2012, with a sizable cult following. The mystery/thriller focused on the life of Dexter Morgan, a blood-splatter analyst who just so happened to enjoy murdering people with his free time. Strahovskis work on Dexter may have paved the way for her most significant part to date. Showtime Emmy party with my girl @Aimee_Garcia xox pic.twitter.com/q3ChYqUE46 September 22, 2013 Yvonne Strahovski (@Y Strahovski) Yvonne Strahovski shines in the The Handmaids Tale This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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What TV Shows Has Betty White Appeared In?
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Betty White is a legend in her own right. The actor has risen above his role as a regular on television shows. Shes become a pop cultural figure in her own right. Consider the successful fan campaign in 2010 to convince White to host Saturday Night Live at the age of 88. Betty White began her television career in the early 1950s. White made her television debut in 1949 with a tiny part on Hollywood on Television, although she did not lead her first sitcom until 1953. From 1953 through 1955, he starred as the titular character in the syndicated series Life with Elizabeth. White also worked as a producer, and was one of the first women to do so. Her first Emmy was also won as a result of the show. It was evident from the start that White had a gift for comedy. She went on to become a TV celebrity, appearing on game shows and discussion shows over the years. In the 1960s and 1970s, she made numerous guest appearances on television and was a regular panelist on game shows such as Match Game and You Dont Say! She did, however, land a few more sitcoms, including Date with the Angels. This TV legend was one of Betty Whites best friends, according to her: She was dynamite, says the narrator. The actor is most known for a couple of 1970s and 1980s television series. Whites performance as Sue Ann Nivens on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, on the other hand, became one of her most well-known. For her work on the show, she earned two Emmys. White stayed on the show until 1977, after making her debut in season 4 in 1973. Even amidst that illustrious company, the actor stood out, This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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Where Can I Watch A Quiet Place Part II Online?
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A Quiet Place Part II eventually touched theaters on May 28 after a year of delays. Those who dont want to go to the cinema may want to learn how to view the film from the comfort of their own home. Heres everything we know about A Quiet Place Part IIs release date and location. Filmmaker John Krasinksi believes the film should be watched in theaters. A Quiet Place Part II was released in March 2020, only days before the world was shut down by the coronavirus epidemic. Rather than releasing the picture digitally, director John Krasinksi decided to wait until cinemas reopened. In a tweet, he added, To all our A Quiet Place fans, one of the things Im most proud of is that many have said our movie is one you have to see all together. Well, given the constantly changing circumstances of what is going on in the globe around us, now is definitely not the time to do that. As happy as we are for all of you to witness this film Im going to hold off on releasing the movie until we can all see it together! The purpose of experiential theaters is to provide a unique and memorable experience. The final #AQuietPlace Part II trailer is now available to watch, and the film will be released in theaters on May 28. https://t.co/714bWnR0nd pic.twitter.com/ScV196oqUm Get tickets: https://t.co/714bWnR0nd pic.twitter.com/ScV196oqUm May 6, 2021 A Quiet Place Part II (@quietplacemovie) In this theater, they can hear you scream in A Quiet Place Part II. Cities are resuming routine operations as immunizations become more widespread. With cinemas finally opening, Krasinski and the studio thought that a theatrical release was in order. Most major cinemas throughout the country are currently showing A Quiet Place Part II. On Paramount+, A Quiet Place Part II will be available to watch. A Quiet Place Part II is a production of Paramount Studios. And, as the studio stated, This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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Which movie role did Tom Hanks play that made him famous?
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Each of us has a favorite Tom Hanks film. Hanks has shown to be the archetypal Hollywood everyman, whether its for his Oscar-winning serious work or his early focus on comedy. He is well-known among younger viewers as the voice of Woody in the Toy Story films. For decades, Tom Hanks has been one of Hollywoods most popular actors. For some fans, its difficult to recall a period when Tom Hanks wasnt at the forefront of the film industry. After all, hes become such a mainstay notably in the 1990s and beyond that directors know just who to cast if they want their primary character to be instantly trusted by the public. Its no surprise, then, that Tom Hanks is one of Hollywoods highest-paid actors. The 64-year-old actor has recently morphed from beloved everyman to Americas dad. Hes played Walt Disney and Fred Rogers, among others. In films like Captain Phillips, Bridge of Spies, Sully, and The Post, Hanks led a succession of mid-budget adult dramas, playing accomplished professionals. This type of film is rarely created nowadays, unless you have a star like Tom Hanks. On the big screen, Tom Hanks has played two of his distant relatives. So, nearly 40 years after his big-screen debut, Tom Hanks admirers know hes still delivering the goods. That is a difficult question to answer. Splash and Bachelor Party, both released in 1984, put the actor in the spotlight as he had never been before. His Oscar-winning performance in Forrest Gump a decade later cemented his status as an A-lister. But, if were talking about the film that demonstrated Hanks vulnerability and range, the answer is This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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Why did Dean Unglert change his surname from Unglert to Unglert?
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On The Bachelorette, Dean Unglert first talked about the difficulties he faced as a child. Years later, hes still honest with his fans about his personal life. To commemorate his birthday, the reality personality revealed why he opted to alter his last name. Dean Unglert has revealed that he will be altering his last name. Dean Unglert Disclosed How Much He Earned on Each Bachelor Nation Episode On the Trading Secrets podcast, Jason Tartick asked Unglert how he plans to spend his 30th birthday. He said he was going to the DMV to change his last name to his mothers maiden name. Im heading to Dean Unglert to Dean Bell, says the narrator. Ive determined that my 30th birthday is the day to do it. He replied, Just like a clean, refresh kind of thing. He explained why he chose to change his mind. He explained, My mother definitely died away when I was 15. I adore her and want her memory to carry on in any manner, shape, or form possible, and I believe honoring her by changing my last name to her last name would be really cool. I considered if it would be insulting to my father to effectively give up his last name and move it to my mothers maiden name, he continued. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized he had dropped his last name. Unglert is no longer his surname. This, according to Unglert, helped him come to grips with his choices. The reality star stated that he will give his children the Bell surname. In April, Unglert celebrated his 30th birthday. Dean Unglerts father was featured on the show The Bachelorette. Dean Unglert on Caelynn Miller-Keyes Unconditional Love and How They Make Their Relationship Work on Bachelor in Paradise Unglerte This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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Why Did Lisa Ling Get Fired From The View?
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From 1999 until 2002, Lisa Ling was a co-host on The View. Lings announcement of her resignation led people to believe she was quitting the show voluntarily because she wanted to cover more hard news subjects. However, author Ramin Setoodah learned that Ling had been dismissed while conducting research for his blockbuster 2019 book about the daytime talk program. Lisa Ling wanted to work on The View with Barbara Walters. Meredith Vieira, Star Jones, Joy Behar, Debbie Matenopoulos, and show creator Barbara Walters all held seats at the now-famous table when The View first aired in 1997. When Matenopoulos was sacked in 1999, the shows producers decided to give the chair to their massive audience. Ling was working as a reporter for Channel One News when she decided to try out for The View. Ling wanted to work with a broadcasting veteran, even if the daytime talk show didnt cover the hard news subjects she preferred to cover. She told Setoodah, author of Ladies Who Punch: The Explosive Inside Story of The View, that she never watched The View. I didnt find out about the post until it was too late. Id love to try if Barbara Walters is involved. Ling was taken on as a panelist to replace Matenopoulos after a thorough search of candidates. Sunny Hostin felt dismissed and devalued after being passed up for a larger dressing room on The View. With Lisa Ling, The View received lower ratings. In November 2002, Ling announced her departure from The View on-air, stating that she received an opportunity to host MSNBCs National Geographic Explorer. With Lings expertise in news and love of travel, the new role looked like a natural fit for the co-host. During the episode, Walters backed up Lings claim. It was three years ago, after a long search, when we were This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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Why did Robert Plants manager keep early reviews from Led Zeppelin?
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The four men in the room couldnt have anticipated how quickly Led Zeppelin would soar to stardom when they got together for their first jam. Whether or not theyd created a song together, they knew they had something great. And the bands frontman, Robert Plant, was ideal. In retrospect, Jimmy Page believes he was fortunate that no band had taken up Plant at the time. Page had put together one of rocks best lineups in a short period of time, with master musician John Paul Jones on bass/keyboards and the explosive John Bonham on drums. Following the completion of the bands first album, the Zep took some time off to travel to America. Two weeks into that first U.S. tour, Led Zeppelin (1969) debuted, and by the end of January 1969, the band had established itself in the United States. Plant, who was 20 at the time, was still trying to discover his voice as a singer. On that trip, Peter Grant, the bands manager, recalls keeping reviews from him. Robert Plant was shielded from early bad evaluations by Led Zeppelins management. Behind Sandy Dennys Appearance as 2nd Vocalist in Led Zeppelins The Battle of Evermore Despite the fact that Plant had been singing in the Black Country for a few years, Led Zeppelin was his first major band. A tour through America with an ex-Yardbird was a totally different level of the music scene at a time when a show in London was definitely a big thing. Every member of Zep was still establishing their feet on some degree if you watch video of any of those 68 or early 69 gigs. However, because the attention was constantly on the vocalist, Plant, who suffered from stage shyness, had to learn on the go. Led Zeppelin IV by Barney Hoskyns gives you a sense of This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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Why Doesnt Rachael Ray Wear Her Wedding and Engagement Rings?
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Rachael Ray, the culinary guru, frequently praises her husband, John Cusimano. During the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the couple has been recording her cooking show from upstate New York, frequently fielding fan questions online. Ray was asked about an unique and sentimental piece of jewelry that no longer appears to be on her finger by one of the viewers. New rings were given to Rachael Ray and John Cusimano. Ray replied that she used to have a more traditional combination to symbolize her married status when a fan asked about her odd bands on her wedding ring finger. Ray said on her show from home, We dont have our original wedding rings. I had a Tiffany twin set the engagement band and the wedding band that was platinum. Unfortunately, because I cook so often and platinum is such a tiny metal, it burned my palm, leaving a scar that no amount of makeup or powder could conceal. It kept frying my hand, so I had to switch to a less expensive metal. The couple now wears gold rings with black diamonds, in keeping with her husbands rocker image. Ray stated, I had to acquire a soft gold ring. And because I prefer black to white and because were both dark folks, we switched rings. We enjoy the dark and rock music. I dont mean dark in the sense that were bad or anything. We ended up with black diamond rings as a result of our efforts. This one was constructed for me, while that one was done for John. His jewels are flipped upside down. Its cool on stage because theyre spiky. Following a weird year, Rachael Ray announces a new book. Rachael Rays original rings were stolen. Ray went on to say that she wore her original engagement and wedding rings until they were both lost in an accident This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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Why hasnt Diddy ever made a dime off one of his most popular songs?
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Sean Diddy Combs, better known by his stage name Diddy, has a long list of hit songs under his belt as both a musician and a producer. His net wealth is enormous. However, it turns out that he was missing out on a large sum of money due to a simple blunder he committed years ago. It has to do with one of his best singles. Sean Diddy Combs rose to prominence in the late 1990s. Diddy Discloses The First Record He Produced Diddy rose to prominence in the hip-hop music scene after creating Bad Boy Records in 1993. Working with artists such as The Notorious B.I.G., TLC, and Boyz II Men, he soon established himself as one of the industrys most successful producers. After that, he started his own rap career. Hes gone under various various names over the years, including Puffy, Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, and Diddy. Diddy has won three Grammy Awards despite only having recorded four solo studio albums. Three of Rolling Stones 500 Greatest Albums of All Time were produced by him (as of 2020). His song Ill Be Missing You reached the top of the charts. Diddy was one of the people most devastated by Biggies (Christopher George Latore Wallace) death in 1997, having worked with him extensively in the 1990s. After Biggies death, Diddys debut album, No Way Out, was reworked, most notably the albums second hit. The song Ill Be Missing You was released in May 1997, just three months after his friends death. Faith Evans, Biggies wife, and the R&B trio 112 were featured in the song. Ill Be Missing You won the Grammy for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in addition to topping the Billboard Hot 100.
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Why Is June Still Wearing the Ear Tag in The Handmaids Tale?
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The Handmaids Tale Season 4 transports June from Gilead to the safety of Canada. However, some fans are concerned about one aspect about her. What the ear tag in The Handmaids Tale means Gilead officials keep handmaids away from the rest of society, as seen in previous seasons of The Handmaids Tale. Aunt Lydia, for example, looks after the women (Ann Dowd). They are also compelled to wear white bonnets and red gowns. Gilead also attaches red ear tags to the handmaids ears, just like cattle, to better differentiate them. Its just another demeaning act they undertake to maintain power, alongside the rape and torture. Were going to make it. uv7YRrXjVA (https://twitter.com/uv7YRrXjVA) April 24, 2021 The Handmaids Tale (@HandmaidsOnHulu) June Is Using Her Freedom for Vengeance in The Handmaids Tale, Unlike Her Friends In season 2 of The Handmaids Tale, June mutilates her ear to remove the tag. The Handmaids Tale season 2 premiered with Nick (Max Minghella) assisting June (Elisabeth Moss) in escaping the Waterfords home and transporting her to an abandoned office building. She removes her crimson robes and cuts a portion of her ear to remove the indicating tag, now that she is free of her captors. June will go to any length to remove the cuff. It also indicates her departure from Offred, according to showrunner Bruce Miller. How it began vs. how it is now. In 2018, Miller told The Hollywood Reporter, Its about the urge to wash the handmaid off of her. It was her first chance, and she This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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Will He Ever See Harrison Again on Dexter?
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The launch of the Dexter comeback is only a few months away, with the show set to screen in the fall of 2021. Michael C. Hall will reprise his role as the former blood spatter analyst/serial killer, but no other major characters have been confirmed to return. That raises issues about his ties with some cast members, particularly his son, Harrison, whom he abandoned in the Dexter series finale. Revisiting what happened to Harrison in Dexter Dexter was ready to go with Harrison and his girlfriend, Hannah McKay, by the end of the show. However, his ambitions were put on hold when his sister, Debra Morgan, was shot in the head. Dexter was filled with regret and sorrow after she died as a result of the procedure. Dexter chose not to meet Harrison and Hannah in Argentina as planned after realizing he had hurt everyone he had ever loved. Instead, he took his boat out to sea, pretended to drown, and fled to Oregon for self-imposed exile. He was last spotted working as a lumberjack in a boring job. There has been no official word on whether Harrison will appear in the revival since it was announced. When Massachusetts news website The Republican published a photo of a lady identified as Yvonne Strahovski (Hannah McKay) on the set, fans assumed hed be back. The woman, however, was not Strahovski, according to her attorneys. In a later interview, Strahovski stated that she had not been asked back. To be honest, Dexter appears to be on his own in the remake, which takes place ten years later. The character is currently shown in the revival This is a condensed version of the narrative. I hope you found it entertaining.
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What TV channel and time is Armagh v Donegal on tonight in the Allianz Football League?
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Sign up to our FREE newsletter Invalid Email Something went wrong, please try again later. Yes please! Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy notice Armagh and Donegal clash in a huge Allianz Football League clash this weekend. A win for the Orchard County would see them leapfrog Donegal in the Division One North table and book their place in a league semi-final, but defeat will see them in a relegation play-off. But Donegal, who are top of the table going into the final round of games, could still end up in a relegation play-off if they lose to Armagh and the result between Tyrone and Monaghan goes against them. The match takes place at the Athletic Grounds in Armagh on Saturday, May 29. The action gets under way at 7.30pm. Eir Sport 1 will show the action live, with their action commencing at 7.10pm. You can also follow live updates with The Irish Mirror's live blog. Quotes corner Former Donegal player Sylvester Maguire: Armagh are a big strong side and are playing Kieran McGeeney type football. They are in great physical shape and are well tuned but when it came to the crunch against Tyrone, they did not have it. This Donegal team has been around for a long time and have played at high levels and have a very strong bench and you would just think they would have a bit too much for Armagh." Betting odds Armagh win: 5/2 Donegal win: 2/5 Draw: 8/1
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What Happened to Norman in Season 3 of The Kominsky Method?
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Season 3 of The Kominsky Method is now available on Netflix, and it features one of the shows primary stars missing. Alan Arkins departure as Norman Newlander was revealed before the shows last season was released. The episode took no time in showing what had happened to Sandy Kominskys agency and long-time buddy (played by Michael Douglas). The third season of The Kominsky Method begins with Normans funeral, with many characters from the program paying their respects in their own unique way. For example, Sandy makes light of his beloved but tumultuous relationship with his irascible agent. Meanwhile, Sandys grandson Robby (Haley Joel Osment) delivers a Scientologist eulogy and subsequently offers to audit him to help him cope with his loss. What the show doesnt say about Normans death in this funeral is how he died, which is surprising given that Sandy had already had cancer twice in the show. The Netflix show, on the other hand, does provide some pointers. For one thing, we receive a very detailed eulogy from Normans girlfriend Madelyn (Jane Seymour), who gave the assembled mourners a frank run-down of a sex life that would undoubtedly strain an old mans heart. Despite the fact that Arkin was supposed to leave the show before Season 3, he appears in the new episodes. We get some final scenes between him and Sandy in the season premiere. I genuinely hoped that the loss of Normans character would focus an emphasis on Sandys role, Kominsky Method creator Chuck Lorre said of Arkins departure to Gold Derby. Allow us to investigate how he survives without that life raft, without that support system. It was a pretty devastating way to start the final season with the death of the key connection of the first two, he said in a Deadline interview. While Arkin is absent from the show, Sandy turns to Roz, his ex-wife, who is played by Kathleen Turner, who previously worked with Douglas in the films The War of the Roses and Romancing the Stone. Despite the fact that the character is deceased in Season 3, his presence is pivotal in the final season. He makes Sandy as a last joke at his friends expense. This is a condensed version of the information.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/health-wellness/what-happened-to-norman-in-season-3-of-the-kominsky-method/
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When Will The Next Episodes of Lucifer Season 5B Be Available on Netflix?
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The second half of Lucifer Season 5 will be released on Netflix in May, nine months after the first episodes were released. Season 5B will be available to subscribers on Friday, May 28, giving Luci fans plenty of time to binge-watch the series over the weekend. The fallout of Gods entrance on Earth in the midseason finale, as well as the long-awaited musical episode Bloody Celestial Karaoke Jam, are among the things fans are looking forward to in these episodes. On May 28, at 12 a.m. Pacific Time, all eight episodes will be available on the streaming service. The time difference between your country and Americas west coast, which is now seven hours behind GMT, will determine when the second half of the season is available in your nation or region. The episodes will be available to stream in some of Netflixs major markets on May 28th, unless otherwise noted: 5:00 p.m. in Australia 4:30 p.m. AEST 3:00 p.m. ACST AWST is an acronym that stands for Advanced 5:00 a.m. in Brazil 4:00 a.m. / FNT 3:00 a.m. BRT ACT / AMT / 2:00 a.m. Canada 3:00 a.m. EDT / 4:30 a.m. Newfoundland / 4:00 a.m. ADT / 2:00 a.m. CDT / 1:00 a.m. CST/MDT / 00:00 a.m. PDT Central and Western Europe 9:00 a.m. CET Eastern Europe 10:00 a.m. EET India 12:30 p.m. IST Mexico 2:00 a.m. CDT / 1:00 a.m. MT / 00:00 a.m. PDT United States 3:00 a.m. EDT / 2:00 a.m. CDT / 1:00 a.m. MDT / 00:00 a.m. MST/PDT / 23:00 p.m. on May 27 AKDT / 9:00 p.m. on May 27 HST / 10:00 p.m. HDT United Kingdom and Ireland 8:00 a.m. BST As for what fans can expect, the official synopsis reads: In Part B of the stunning fifth season of Lucifer, God himself comes to Earth. Secrets will be revealed, heroic sacrifices will be made, and the world will never be the same. Speaking of the first episode, which sees God, Lucifer (Tom Ellis) and Amenadiel (D.B. Woodside) enjoying a family dinner together, Ellis told Entertainment Weekly: The dynamic that it brought to the show and the stuff that we got to do because Dad was there, the stuff we got to talk about because Dad was there, I didnt think wed ever get to that level on this show. Woodside told Entertainment. This is a brief summary.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/health-wellness/when-will-the-next-episodes-of-lucifer-season-5b-be-available-on-netflix/
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Whos Returning in the Reboot of Sex and the City?
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With the Friends reunion special airing 17 years after the famous sitcom ended, it appears that television nostalgia is at an all-time high. As a result, the production of the Sex and the City sequel program And Just Like That has piqued the interest of fans all around the world, with narrative and cast details quietly trickling out to a hungry public. Sarah Jessica Parker, who plays protagonist Carrie Bradshaw in the popular trilogy, will be strutting through the bustling bars and cafes of the Big Apple in her Manolo Blahniks. Regulars Cynthia Nixon (Miranda Hobbes) and Kristin Davis (Charlotte York) are both back, and their characters love lives will undoubtedly continue to be a topic of conversation over cocktails and coffees. Kim Cattralls sex-positive Samantha Jones, possibly SATCs most popular character, will, however, be absent. Despite their image as confidantes on the program and in the two films that followed, Kim told Piers Morgan in 2017 that she had never been friends with her co-stars and that she was done with her role as Samantha. While Carrie will no longer be able to lean on the shoulder of a friend, she will be able to console herself in the arms of the dashing John James Mr. Big Preston, after Chris Noths return to the character was announced. His presence is a hopeful symbol of continuous marital bliss after upgrading his position from the man with whom Carrie had illicit trysts to the one with whom she exchanged nuptials in 2008s first SATC film. Im pleased to be working with Chris again on And Just Like That, executive producer Michael Patrick King said of the actors comeback. How could we ever write a new Sex and the City chapter without our Mr. Big? While the production team has yet to confirm it, John Corbett, who portrayed Carries on-again, off-again lover Aidan Shaw in the franchise, told Page Six in April that he was extremely excited about the potential of returning. There will be one. This is a condensed version of the information.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/health-wellness/whos-returning-in-the-reboot-of-sex-and-the-city/
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Why immersive learning works?
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By putting the learner into an environment that simulates the real-world use of the skills they are learning, it helps achieve superior outcomes The emergence of new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) has helped bring a massive evolution in e-learning, enabling a far more immersive learning experience. This puts the learner into an environment that simulates the real-world use of the skills they are learning and is familiar in foreign language instruction, where instructors and course material use only the target language. Similarly, it greatly accelerates learning other skills since it involves teaching the learner the context in which they will use those skills. By incorporating all four modes of learning: visual, auditory, written, and kinaesthetic, it helps achieve far superior learning outcomes. Increased engagement: Such an environment increases learner attention and engagement since it allows learners to encounter lifelike work situations, including interacting with the environment. For instance, for skills that have a kinaesthetic component, such as manual assembly, movement through a workplace, or face-to-face workplace interaction, immersive learning enables learners to experience the work environment and practise the physical elements of the skills through AR/VR tools. For skills that dont involve a kinaesthetic component, immersive learning will include computer simulations of environment and how the work product functions to make it more effective and engaging. Learn by doing: An immersive environment helps turn study material and live lessons into actual practice of the skills. For example, a programming platform that simulates the target systems the software will run on will reflect the kinds of problems the learner will encounter in actual work. The learning platform supports the instructional part of the curriculum, including the study materials and the live virtual classrooms, and the experiential component through hands-on programming labs and simulations that enable students to apply their new skills. Interactivity: It provides real-time responses to the steps the learner takes to give immediate feedback on technique and knowledge. For instance, learning social media management skills in an immersive learning environment includes testbed or sandboxed accounts on the social media platforms and tools being studied. The environment also contains simulations that let learners see how the tools and platforms react to different strategies. AI can power this interactivity and create responses for the learner that closely mimic real-world behaviour. On-demand repetition: It allows the learner to repeat each learning experience as many times as needed, to reach proficiency, making it an extremely effective tool. It also lends itself well to bootcamp learning styles that typically include intense, short-term courses that focus on great speed and high-impact learning. With further advances in experiential technologies and AI, online learning can be transformed into a superior immersive experience. The writer is founder and CEO of Simplilearn.
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https://www.thehindu.com/education/why-immersive-learning-works/article34673883.ece
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Is using banana peels as fertilizer a good idea?
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If natural fertilizers are your thing, you may have heard of the popular banana skins fertilizer hack. In some areas, people have fertilized their garden plants by laying down banana skins in pots and around their pots for generations and swear that the plants grow faster and healthier. Others prefer to make a banana peel smoothie by mixing the banana skin with water and blending it in a food processor. Still others make a banana peel infusion or 'tea' by leaving the peels in water for a while. Here are the pros and cons of this popular natural garden hack. Banana peel fertilizer: the pros (Image credit: Getty) There certainly is something in the claim that banana peel works well is fertilizer, because bananas have a good potassium content. Potassium is an essential nutrient at plant growth stage and is particularly important for fruit and vegetable crops. When you buy fertilizer for your tomatoes, for example, it will always be predominantly potassium. So, as far as adding potassium to growing plants goes, banana skins can help you plants, although SF Gate recommends you use the peel 'in conjunction with' a complete fertilizer 'to make sure your plants are getting all the nutrients they need.' Learn how to grow tomatoes in our guide. Banana peel fertilizer: the cons So far, so good. Unfortunately, banana skins are irresistible to many insects. Shala Munroe of SF Gate writes: 'You're likely to attract gnats, fruit flies or regular flies, and ants if you have banana peels laying on top of your soil. You can also attract bees. The scent of decaying banana is similar to a defence hormone bees secrete, so a bee that slips into your house is likely to become aggressive near the banana and attack you if you get close.' You're likely to have the same problems on your patio ideas not ideal if you were hoping to dine outdoors. Liquefying the banana skins doesn't seem to improve the situation. Organic living blogger Jen tried the banana skin infusion method for herself: 'Within just a few days, the real problem began. I started noticing little gnats flying around the soil. Ive had succulents and several other plants in my home for over a year. Ive had no persistent issues with bugs in my home until this banana compost tea situation.' Worst of all, the gnats turned out to be fungus gnats not good news for the plants. (Image credit: Getty Images) You can still add banana skins to feed your garden plants (not your house plants), but the best way to do this is by adding them to your compost. You can learn how to compost in our guide using decomposed organic matter is always the safest bet in the garden, it's good for plants, and will prevent the pest issues.
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https://www.gardeningetc.com/news/banana-fertilizer-pros-and-cons
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How meaningful is the Dodgers sweep?
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As Albert Pujols begins the next chapter of his career with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the veteran slugger discussed his move in a series of tweets Monday:. "First, I would like to thank God for the opportunity he has given me to play this game. While this is not how I thought my time in Anaheim would end, I am truly grateful for the memories and friendships that have been created over the past 10 years. Thank you to my teammates and Angels fans everywhere for your support. You will always hold a special place in my heart. While everyone in the big leagues wants to compete every day, I understand roles do change and that is something Ive accepted for the past couple of years.
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https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2260397151927/how-meaningful-is-the-dodgers-sweep
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Which Online Casinos Have Live Dealers?
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Live dealer games are the new way to enjoy online casinos, providing a more immersive and realistic experience. While normal online casino games use computer-generated graphics and are determined by a random number generator, live games are as close to the real thing as you can get without going to a land-based casino. When you play a live casino game, youre playing against or with a real dealer or host. The dealer is live-streamed to your device from a casino studio and uses real cards, wheels or dice to make the experience as authentic as possible. Most table games are available from live game providers, including popular games such as Blackjack, Roulette, and Baccarat. A number of software providers now produce high-quality live casino games, and a lot of new innovative games are being produced as a result. Just like with standard casino games, players can make the most of the top free bet offers in Tennessee to enjoy their experience more, and many sites offer exclusive live casino bonuses. Unsurprisingly, live games have become much more popular as players are drawn to realistic playing experiences. One of the other big advantages of live casino games is that they allow players to socialize more, as they can chat with the dealer and other players at the table. There are now lots of great online casinos that offer live dealer games, including:
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https://southfloridareporter.com/which-online-casinos-have-live-dealers/
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Which Loan Term Is Right for Me?
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Editorial Note: This content is not provided or commissioned by any financial institution. Any opinions, analyses, reviews or recommendations expressed in this article are those of the authors alone, and may not have been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by the financial institution. Bottom line: Were here for you. So please learn all you can, email us with any questions, and feel free to visit or not visit any of the loan providers on our site. Its actually pretty simple. If you choose to check out and become a customer of any of the loan providers featured on our site, we get compensated for sending you their way. This helps pay for our amazing staff of writers (many of which are paying back student loans of their own!). Weve got your back! Student Loan Hero is a completely free website 100% focused on helping student loan borrowers get the answers they need. Read more Refinance rates with Laurel Road start at 1.89 % . Checking your rates wont affect your score. Check out Laurel Road Note that the situation for student loans has changed due to the impact of the coronavirus outbreak and relief efforts from the government, student loan lenders and others. Check out our Student Loan Hero Coronavirus Information Center for additional news and details. * * * Refinancing student loans has a bunch of potential benefits: Not only could it hook you up with a lower interest rate, but it also gives you the chance to select a new student loan term. After you pick a lender, you can choose a new length for your loan and adjust your monthly payment accordingly. Altering your payment plan can be a huge help, whether youre looking to pay your loans off more quickly or, on the flip side, lower your monthly bills by repaying at a slower pace. Your student loan term refers to how long the lender expects it will take you to repay your debt. Student loan terms range from relatively short to almost as long as a traditional mortgage. Most refinancing lenders typically offer student loan terms of five, seven, 10, 15 or 20 years. Thats a lot of terms to choose from, and it can be tough to know which one is right for you among so many options. But making the right selection is important, since your student loan term has a big impact on how much you pay each month, as well as the total cost over the life of your loan. Whats more, once you choose, you typically cant change your repayment term unless you decide to refinance again. You can prepay your loan ahead of schedule without penalty, but you probably cant pay less than your monthly payment or add extra years to your plan. You should also note that if you refinance federal student loans essentially turning them into private student loans youll lose access to federal repayment plans, such as income-driven repayment and extended repayment. Most private lenders dont offer these options, though some will postpone your payments through forbearance if you run into financial hardship. In most cases, the term you choose at the beginning is the one youll have for the rest of your loan, so make sure to think through your decision before finalizing the deal. Selecting a short term could impact your debt in a few important ways. First, you might snag the lowest rates, as refinancing providers typically pair the lowest rates with the shortest terms. Thats not a guarantee, of course, and youll still need to have a great credit score to secure your best rate available. But its worth asking your lender about, because a lower interest rate means a cheaper loan. Not only will a low rate save you money on your loan, but paying it off quickly will, too. The faster you repay debt, the less time the loan has to accumulate interest. Lets say, for example, you owe $30,000 at a 5.0% rate. If you pay it off over 15 years, youd pay $12,703 in interest but if you pay it off over just five years, youd only pay $3,968 in interest. (You can crunch the numbers for your own situation by using our student loan refinancing calculator.) The faster you pay back your loan, the less youll pay in interest. But, naturally, paying back a loan fast typically means higher monthly payments. Going back to that last example, your monthly bill on a 15-year term would be $237, but on a five-year term it would be $566. That could be a problem if the higher payment isnt affordable within your current budget. If you make enough money to swing this bill, however, selecting a short term could be a wise move. Youll be out of debt faster and pay less interest. But if you cant afford it, you wont have as many options to restructure your debt as you would through the federal government. So even if a shorter term is tempting, make sure you can really make the monthly payments now and for the foreseeable future before committing to a five- or seven-year payoff. Now lets consider the pros and cons of going with a longer repayment term of 10, 15 or 20 years. With a relatively long term, you wont have to pay as much toward your student loans each month. Lowering your monthly payment could be a big help if youre struggling to keep up with bills or are worried about going into default. And as mentioned above, you can always make extra payments to speed up repayment without penalty if you start making more money or get a windfall of cash. Then again, you might not be as motivated to pay more than you need to each month, even if you have the extra income. A long term could also come with a slightly higher interest rate but even if it doesnt, the longer timeframe alone would cost you more in interest over the years. Even with the extra costs, though, a long term could be the right option if youre feeling financially stressed. Choosing a 10-, 15-, or 20-year payoff could provide you with breathing room as you establish yourself, work to increase your income and manage your cash flow wisely. Whats more, freeing up more of your monthly income could mean youre able to use that money toward other goals, whether thats building up an emergency fund or investing. If you have low-interest student loans, you might not care about paying them off as quickly as possible and instead choose to prioritize other financial goals. If youve decided youre ready to refinance and want to look at changing your loan term while youre at it, these lenders are a good place to start. They all provide various loan terms with both fixed and variable interest rates, refinance both federal and private loans and accept undergraduate and graduate student debt. If you want a deeper look at refinancing lenders and the terms they offer, check out some of our individual reviews, including the likes of: Final thoughts: Choose your student loan terms carefully Choosing a student loan loan term requires you to understand how different repayment periods impact your financial situation. Longer loan terms mean lower monthly payments, which could benefit you today if your budget is already tight. But youll pay more out of pocket over the life of the loan, since youre stretching out how long you make payments and pay interest. A shorter student loan term means saving money in the long run, since youll pay less in interest and may even get to refinance to a lower-interest rate loan. But the tight time frame could put a heavy burden on your cash flow right now, so make sure you can handle the higher monthly payments. The right term will depend on your unique circumstances there is no one-size-fits-all solution. So take a close look at your finances, and remember to consider both short- and long-term goals as you determine which loan term is right for you. Kali Hawlk contributed to this report.
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https://studentloanhero.com/featured/loan-term-repay-student-loans/
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Whats a Good Debt-to-Income Ratio?
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Editorial Note: This content is not provided or commissioned by any financial institution. Any opinions, analyses, reviews or recommendations expressed in this article are those of the authors alone, and may not have been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by the financial institution. Bottom line: Were here for you. So please learn all you can, email us with any questions, and feel free to visit or not visit any of the loan providers on our site. Its actually pretty simple. If you choose to check out and become a customer of any of the loan providers featured on our site, we get compensated for sending you their way. This helps pay for our amazing staff of writers (many of which are paying back student loans of their own!). Weve got your back! Student Loan Hero is a completely free website 100% focused on helping student loan borrowers get the answers they need. Read more A good debt-to-income ratio could allow you to borrow or refinance student loans for college, buy a car or even land a mortgage. A good debt-to-income ratio (DTI) is close to or below 35%, though youll likely be able to qualify for significant borrowing, such as for a home loan, with a DTI around 43%. A good DTI, in other words, could always be better. During the loan approval process, your lender will calculate your DTI ratio. It uses this number to assess whether you have enough cash-flow to repay your new loan along with your other debts. Still, you can calculate this figure on your own, determining whether you have a good debt-to-income ratio well before you even apply for credit. If youre trying to qualify for student loan refinancing, secure a mortgage or obtain another form of credit, its wise to figure out your debt-to-income ratio before you start shopping, as different loan types have different requirements. To secure a qualified mortgage, for example, youll need a DTI of 43% or lower, according to the CFPB. But, depending on the type of loan and your credit profile, the DTI requirement for mortgages can range from 31% to 50%, according to Experian. Generally speaking, a DTI of less than 36% is what you should strive for. A DTI between 36% and 43% is OK, but its something you should try to lower before shopping for a mortgage. If your DTI is above 43%, youll likely struggle to secure significant funding, like a mortgage. What the experts say When applying for credit, potential lenders will look at this ratio to see if you are a prudent risk for them to take [on] or if you are overextended, said Luis Rosa, a certified financial planner with Build a Better Financial Future. The lower the debt-to-income ratio, the stronger you appear as a borrower in the eyes of the lender. When it comes to other forms of loans, such as personal loans and auto loans, the DTI requirements can vary by lender. For example, Wells Fargo established three ranges of DTI ratios on its website: 35% or less: Looking good Looking good 36% to 49%: Opportunity to improve Opportunity to improve 50% or more: Time to take action With that said, DTI requirements can be less stringent when applying for a personal loan or auto loan. If youre interested in a specific form of credit with a specific group of lenders, ask about their underwriting criteria. The debt-to-income ratio for student loans, for example, could be more accessible to you than requirements for other types of debt. Calculating your debt-to-income ratio is a fairly simple process: Add up all your monthly debt payments such as private student loans, auto loans and personal loans. Then, divide that number by your gross monthly income, which is what you earn before deductions and taxes. Convert the decimal into a percentage. Example of calculating DTI Lets say your current monthly debt payments look like this: Mortgage: $1,250 Auto loan: $200 Personal loan: $300 Student loan: $350 That means your monthly debt payments would be $2,100. And lets say your gross monthly income is $6,000 a month (meaning your salary is $72,000 a year). To calculate your DTI ratio, you would divide your debt payments by your gross income per month. In this case, the calculation looks like this: $2,100 / $6,000 = 0.35 Then youd simply convert the output decimal to a percentage in this case from 0.35 to 35%. Or you can avoid all the math, by using this calculator to figure out if you have a good DTI. Debt-to-Income (DTI) Calculator Your info Gross annual income Monthly housing cost Monthly minimum credit card payments Monthly auto loan payments Monthly student loan payments Monthly personal loan payments Other monthly debt Based on an income of $60,000, monthly housing costs of $900 and $100 in other monthly debt payments, your Front-End DTI is and your Back-End DTI is . Student loan refinancing APRs as low as %. Check your rate in 2 minutes. Total Front-End DTI Back-End DTI Once you know this figure, youll know whether you have a good debt-to-income ratio, or one that needs improvement. Fortunately, there are a handful of ways you can lower your debt-to-income ratio if its not as good as youd like it to be. Lowering your debt-to-income ratio comes down to one of two things: Making more money, lowering your debt, or a combination of both, Rosa said. Below are a handful of ways you can improve your DTI: Take on a side gig or ask for a raise. Taking on a side gig for a period can be a great way to up your monthly income. With the same amount of debt and increased income, your debt-to-income ratio will go down, Rosa said. You can also ask for a raise at your current job. Taking on a side gig for a period can be a great way to up your monthly income. With the same amount of debt and increased income, your debt-to-income ratio will go down, Rosa said. You can also ask for a raise at your current job. Take another look at your budget. If you dont have a budget, create one. If you do have one, take another look at it to see if there are areas where you can cut back to create additional income. This extra income can be used to accelerate your debt payoff strategy, which will lower your DTI, Rosa said. If you dont have a budget, create one. If you do have one, take another look at it to see if there are areas where you can cut back to create additional income. This extra income can be used to accelerate your debt payoff strategy, which will lower your DTI, Rosa said. Pay off your highest debt first. If youre looking to lower your DTI quickly, Rosa advises paying off your debt with the highest minimum monthly payment first, as this is likely the account thats affecting your DTI the most. If youre looking to lower your DTI quickly, Rosa advises paying off your debt with the highest minimum monthly payment first, as this is likely the account thats affecting your DTI the most. Consolidate your debt. Consolidating or refinancing your debt might be a way to get a better rate and/or longer terms, which could lower your monthly payments, Rosa said. Just consider that if you take this route, you might be paying more in interest long term. Consolidating or refinancing your debt might be a way to get a better rate and/or longer terms, which could lower your monthly payments, Rosa said. Just consider that if you take this route, you might be paying more in interest long term. Avoid taking on new debt. Unless youre consolidating or refinancing existing debt, its probably wise to borrow anew. After all, increasing your debt load could send your DTI even further in the wrong direction. Now that you know what a good debt-to-income ratio is, you can take steps to improve it before applying for new credit. Pushing your DTI in the right direction can help you ensure youll not only secure a loan, but youll get one with optimal terms. Andrew Pentis contributed to this report.
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https://studentloanhero.com/featured/whats-a-good-debt-to-income-ratio/
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Can Biden save Afghans who are dying to come to the United States before the troops leave?
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President Joe Biden is under increasing pressure from politicians and activists to address the fate of thousands of Afghan nationals whose loyalty to the US has made them targets as the US exits its longest-ever war. One such person, Ahmad, an Afghan former interpreter, knows personally the dangers that come with the position, which he began working with US government-affiliated programs immediately after graduating from high school. Ahmad was working closely with US forces by 2013, some 12 years into the US-led conflict in his nation, and, like many others, he was thinking that the country is going in a way that everyone is going to have a good future. Ahmad told Washington Newsday, I never expected US forces to be there for 20 years, and the condition is still the same. In fact, the Taliban, formally known as the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, has expanded its grip and influence across the country to the point where it may be in a stronger strategic position today than it has been since the 2001 invasion ousted the countrys de facto government. The Islamic State extremist groups Khorasan branch, often known as ISIS-K, has a foothold in the war-torn country. The US-Afghanistan peace pact, signed last year by former President Donald Trump, requires the Taliban to take steps toward establishing peace with the Kabul-based Afghan government in exchange for the US militarys withdrawal, which was originally scheduled for the beginning of this month. In the face of persistent violence, President Joe Biden pushed back the date to September 11th, the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, which prompted the US to intervene against an Al-Qaeda associate and subsequently a close Taliban partner. Assassinations continue to plague Afghanistan, with many of them going unreported, while the US-led alliance now aims to use the Taliban against Al-Qaeda and ISIS. Citizens like Ahmad, who are accused of working with the enemy, are among the most common targets. You can find a number of examples when Taliban executed translators or people cooperating with US forces, Ahmad said, and it is something that is not going to end, you know, it will continue, especially when. This is a condensed version of the information.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/world/can-biden-save-afghans-who-are-dying-to-come-to-the-united-states-before-the-troops-leave/
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What Do Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin Want to Get Out of Their Face-to-Face Meeting?
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When the specifics for the conference between Presidents Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin were revealed, the reaction in Moscow and Washington, D.C. was notably quiet. This could be because, after months of mutual mistrust and jabs, the couple will have some difficult subjects to cover when they meet in Geneva on June 16. Calling your adversary a killer, as Biden did in March, and Putins answer, it takes one to know one, may not have swelled hearts with hope for constructive discourse, but it might play into the hands of the two leaders. According to Timothy Frye, author of Weak Strongman: The Limits of Power in Putins Russia, Both sides are setting expectations so low that even a summit that goes by without any fireworks and achieves some modest goals will allow both sides to claim some success. There is a lot to talk about, but both leaders have made it obvious that there isnt much opportunity for compromise on certain issues. The 2020 SolarWinds cyberattack on US government institutions, the assassination and imprisonment of opposition leader Alexei Navalny, and Russias military participation in Ukraine are just a few examples. Despite the fact that the Biden administration believes the Kremlin is pushing plausible deniability to its limit on those problems, there are points of agreement. The US president agreed to renew the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) with Moscow, which limits strategic warheads and launchers, just days after taking office. Nonproliferation of nuclear weapons is in both countries best interests. That is an area where both sides have demonstrated a willingness to negotiate, said Frye, a Columbia University professor of post-Soviet foreign affairs. Biden, I believe, will want to focus on strategic stability and arms control negotiations that do not bind the US or the Russians to anything more than starting talks to develop a strategic framework. Another area where they would point to possible areas of cooperation will be global concerns. They can commit to some type of dialogue on their involvement in combating the coronavirus epidemic and climate change. An deal to restore full diplomatic relations, which have been strained by tit-for-tat sanctions and expulsions from embassies and consulates, could be a simple win for both parties. Stabilizing diplomatic. This is a brief summary.
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https://washingtonnewsday.com/world/what-do-joe-biden-and-vladimir-putin-want-to-get-out-of-their-face-to-face-meeting/
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Is Pete Davidson quitting Saturday Night Live after seven seasons?
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(Picture: WireImage) Pete Davidsons time on Saturday Night Live could be coming to an end after seven seasons. The 27-year-old has sparked rumours with a series of comments following the shows season finale last weekend. Speaking on the final Weekend Update segment on SNL, he thanked viewers for watching him over the past seven years. Im very grateful to be here, he said. Its been an honour to grow up in front of you guys, so thanks. Thats not all, either. The comedian and actor took part in a Hollywood Reporter roundtable, and made comments about co-star and long-standing cast member Kenan Thompson while further suggested Pete could be leaving. Speaking with Chris Redd, Ed Helms, Ben Platt, Ted Danson and Lamorne Morris in the roundtable, he said he was open to the idea of leaving the programme. Pete joined the show back in 2014 (Picture: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images) Im surprised I made it to seven [seasons], Pete said. Im ready to hang up the jersey. Kenans like f****** Karl Malone out there. Keenen has been a cast member on SNL since 2003, while Karl played for a total of 18 seasons in the NBA between 1985 and 2003. Pete became one of the shows youngest ever cast members when he joined in 2014, but it looks like his time on the show could possibly be coming to an end. As well as starring in SNL, Pete is known for his stand-up career. His Netflix special Alive From New York aired in 2020. He also starred in the 2020 film The King Of Staten Island and 2019s Big Time Adolescence. It comes after Pete made a savage swipe at Chrissy Teigen in a recent episode of Saturday Night Live. The comedian referred to the models recent social media scandal during the shows Weekend Update and joked about her being cancelled as a result. If theres one good thing about the pandemic besides getting Chrissy Teigen out of our lives Pete joked, before adding: Im really upset. Chrissy came under fire earlier this month after unearthed abusive tweets allegedly sent from her to Courtney Stodden, who was just 16 at the time, in 2011. Metro.co.uk has reached out to Pete Davidsons representatives for comment. Saturday Night Live airs on NBC in the US. MORE : Pete Davidson takes swipe at Chrissy Teigen on Saturday Night Live amid Courtney Stodden trolling scandal MORE : Phoebe Dynevor spends quality time with mum Sally following Pete Davidsons visit
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https://metro.co.uk/2021/05/29/is-pete-davidson-quitting-saturday-night-live-after-seven-seasons-14672492/
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Why Didn't Ranbir Kapoor's Sister Riddhima Get Into Acting Despite Getting Film Offers?
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Good looks run in the Kapoor family, so, it's not surprising at all that Ranbir Kapoor's sister Riddhima is quite popular among netizens because of her gorgeous face. Recently, Riddhima, daughter of late actor Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor, had a conversation with a leading daily, wherein she opened up about not getting into showbiz. While speaking to TOI, when Riddhima was asked if not fashion, what career she would have chosen for herself, she said, "I worked as a fashion designer and then moved to jewellery eventually when people started complimenting me for it. Then I collaborated with a partner and touchwood we have been getting an overwhelming response ever since our launch in 2015. If not, then I could have tried becoming a yoga teacher or even a chef." When asked why she never considered acting as an alternate career, she said, "Oh gosh! When I was in London, I was getting a lot of film offers but I don't think I ever thought of it. Not that I even had a discussion about it with my family. I came back from London and got married. When I was studying, I remember my mother would tell me about the film offers coming my way and I'd wonder what to make of them because I was only 16-17 at the time." Ranbir, Karisma, Kareena Are Successful Because Of Their Talent: Riddhima Kapoor On Nepotism In Bollywood In the same interview, Riddhima also made a few revelations about her culinary skills and said that she loves to make pasta for her daughter and husband, and they love it. Riddhima further asserted that when she was going to get married, her mother Neetu Kapoor told her that she should learn cooking since she was going to a Punjabi family who loves to eat. So, to keep her mom happy, Riddhima started taking a cooking class in Mumbai. After marriage, she cooked different cuisines and her husband loved her cooking. Neetu Kapoor Recalls Special Lunch With Ranbir Kapoor: That Was The Best Mother's Day "Initially, during the lockdown, I made pasta, noodles, and a lot of things, and then I stopped when we left for Mumbai later," concluded Riddhima.
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https://www.filmibeat.com/bollywood/news/2021/here-is-why-ranbir-kapoor-sister-riddhima-did-not-get-into-acting-despite-getting-film-offers-314553.html
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What Will New Russias Hypersonic Tactical Fighter Look Like?
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A news report in Russias TASS news publication says yes, citing an industry source. The report says the aircraft will reach super high speeds above Mach 2 and operate as a light tactical plane with a take-off weight of eighteen tons. Not surprisingly given this reported weight and speed, the TASS report claims the new plane will have super manoeuvrability due to a thrust vector control engine. The planes thrust-to-weight ratio will be above 1, the TASS report says. The new aircraft could also be unmanned, according to the report, which offered few additional details on the aircraft and did not specify any kind of timeframe. Little is known about the U.S. sixth-generation stealth fighter; however, there certainly could be some conceptual parallels between the two. Certainly, when it comes to manoeuvrability, should the U.S. sixth-generation jet be anything like a next-generation F-22 jet, then perhaps the two new aircraft would compete to be the fastest and most manoeuvrable on earth. Perhaps of greatest significance, the reference to hypersonic remains unclear. There are already plans to fire hypersonic weapons from several fighter jets, and Russia claims to already have an air-launched hypersonic missile. The United States plans to fire hypersonic weapons from aircraft, too, to include an F-15 jet as well as other aircraft such as an F-35 jet. As for a manned jet traveling at hypersonic speeds, U.S. scientists have in recent years been very clear that such a prospect is, at least at the moment, nowhere in sight. Humans simply would not be able to survive the heat conditions associated with hypersonic flight. An unmanned jet, however, could introduce a different possibility even if it is lightweight. Engineering any kind of a single-engine fighter plane to travel at hypersonic speeds does not seem entirely realistic . . . at least not according to most cutting edge science. The TASS report says the new stealth fighter would travel at speeds above Mach 2, a speed well short of the Mach 5 speeds typically associated with hypersonic flight. The TASS report quotes the ROSTEC CEO saying the firm is pursuing both light-and-medium high-speed combat planes that are both manned and unmanned. This concept, in which aircraft are engineered for both manned and unmanned missions in an almost interchangeable way, also exists with the U.S. military, quite possibly with programs like the sixth-generation program.
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http://www.indiandefensenews.in/2021/05/what-will-new-russias-hypersonic.html
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How Much Is Kit Harington Worth?
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Hannah Waddingham basically got waterboarded during her stint on Game of Thrones. The Ted Lasso star played Septa Unella during the HBO series. She talked to Collider about her time on the most-talked-about show on television. Even more surprising than that fact is the way that the entire plan apparently got shifted late in the process. According to Waddingham, the original plan for her characters punishment was for The Mountain to sexually assault her. But, the minds behind the show came up with another unpleasant alternative. Needless to say, the star was caught off-guard by the decision. She told the outlet that she got the notes while flying and had to pivot immediately to find some waterproof costuming.
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https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2260202986556/how-much-is-kit-harington-worth
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Is Marine Le Pen Coming After Macron Next Year?
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A so-called right-wing television channel in France hit record viewing numbers in May, which has prompted concern among the countrys more liberal supporters ahead of next years presidential election. The statistics could be a boost for the far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen, the Guardian newspaper reported. CNews, a Paris-based channel, runs debate programs involving renowned conservative commentators and also broadcasts news bulletins that focus specifically on crime and immigration. The free-to-air channel is part of the Canal+ Group, owned by French industrialist Vincent Bollor, and has been dubbed a French Fox News. Unteresting poll one year from the next French presidential election... https://t.co/6aTNVRRL47 Martial Staub (@MJMStaub) May 28, 2021 That claim is wrong, according to Serge Nedjar, the channels director-general, who said there was no comparison to the Rupert Murdoch-owned Fox News in America, which is known for its support of former US President Donald Trump. We are not affiliated to any party or any politician, Nedjar said. We are light years away from that. CNews has doubled its viewership over the past two years, a rise which has been spearheaded by the Face LInfo program. That show attracts 1 million viewers per episode, fronted by Eric Zemmour, an essayist, polemicist and journalist for the newspaper Le Figaro. It also drew more viewers compared to its main rival, BFMTV, and has become Frances most-watched rolling news channel across several weekday slots. Our current poll of polls: Le Pen: 27% (+5) Macron: 25% (+1) Bertrand: 15% Mlenchon: 11% (-8) Jadot: 6% Hidalgo: 6% +/- vs. 2017 first round result#Presidentielle2022https://t.co/qzK3idg0yy POLITICO Poll of Polls (@pollofpolls_EU) May 25, 2021 Zemmour has criminal convictions for racial and religious hate speech. He said, most drug dealers are black and Arab in 2010 and likened Muslims living in France to colonizers in 2019. Frances media regulator fined CNews 200,000 ($244,000) for broadcasting comments made by Zemmour on child migrants and Frances asylum system, which it ruled was hate speech. French media experts are divided on whether CNews focus on national security and terrorism, as well as immigration and crime, is shaping the political debate ahead of the 2022 elections. Or if it is reflecting a steady shift to the right by French voters over the past decade. Recent polls in France indicate that incumbent president Emmanuel Macron is likely to face off with Le Pen in next springs election. Le Pen heads the National Rally party formerly the National Front a far-right anti-immigration and Eurosceptic party, which has seen a growth in support in France since she replaced her father as leader in 2011. This article has been adapted from its original source.
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https://www.albawaba.com/news/marine-le-pen-coming-after-macron-next-year-1430115
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Could we see a surge in COVID-19 cases after the Memorial Day weekend?
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About 29% of Alabamians have been fully vaccinated, but a top doctor at UAB doesnt believe well see another huge surge in cases after the holiday. This Memorial Day will be a lot different than last year. UABs Dr. Michael Saag said a year ago we were worried about everyone being vulnerable to COVID. But right now the concern is for those who have not been vaccinated. Saag said people who received the vaccine can go about their business. He calls the vaccine a biological mask that protects you and others from being infected. Saag said were not going to see a huge surge after the Memorial Day holiday. I think we will see a bump in cases because what Im noticing is that a lot of folks are listening to the CDC, taking their masks and almost throwing them away even if they are not vaccinated, Dr. Saag said. COVID is still out there and health leaders said its more contagious now than it was last year because of the variants. If you havent been vaccinated, the rules still apply, especially if you are gathering in a large group, wear a mask and social distance. Copyright 2021 WBRC. All rights reserved. Original Story https://www.wbrc.com/2021/05/27/could-we-see-surge-covid-cases-after-memorial-day-weekend/ Subscribe to our News 4 newsletter and receive the latest local news and weather straight to your email every morning. Get instant notifications on top stories from News 4 by downloading our mobile apps.
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https://www.wtvy.com/2021/05/27/could-we-see-a-surge-in-covid-19-cases-after-the-memorial-day-weekend/
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Did Something Bad Happen To Molly Roloff On The Set Of LPBW?
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Caryn Chandler found herself being thrust into the spotlight a few years ago when news broke that she was in a relationship with Little People Big World star, Matt Roloff. The couple confirmed their relationship in 2017 not long after Matt and Amy decided to end their marriage. Although there were some questions about how Caryn and Matts relationship got started, many viewers were happy to see him getting another shot at love. Now, after around four years together, the couple seems to still be going strong and Cary and Matt are on good terms with Amy and her current fiance, Chris. Here are 10 things you didnt know about Caryn Chandler.
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https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2259730267300/did-something-bad-happen-to-molly-roloff-on-the-set-of-lpbw
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What does law enforcement need to issue an Amber Alert?
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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Emergency Missing Child, Missing and Endangered Person, Blue, and Amber are all different alerts The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency can issue to the public. Corporal Jeremy Burkett with ALEA says each is equally important, but they all have very different roles. A blue alert will involve a law enforcement officer, a missing and endangered person alert will involve someone with a disability, and an emergency missing child is someone under 18 that has gone missing. All of them are very serious. All of them are very important, but there are different alerts for different things, says Burkett. After law enforcement receives a complaint, information must be gathered and confirmed before an alert can be put out. For an Amber Alert to be issued there must be enough physical evidence that a person under 18 was abducted. What direction of travel they were in, says Burkett. Law enforcement will gather as much information as possible to inform the public so everyone knows exactly who or what they need to look for. You need additional information so that you can help us safely return that child to their family, says Burkett. Mike Swafford with the Morgan County Sheriffs Office says there has to be strict regulation on what qualifies for an AMBER alert so the process is guarded. He says the process is not easy, but it works. The process is labor-some but very valuable, says Swafford. The process starts with local law enforcement and then ALEA will have to validate the information and send the alert. In law enforcement, it is a partnership, it truly is. We are going to come together, especially if it is something like this, and try to provide as much information to everybody as we can. ALEA also just created a new alert system called CodeERED. It allows state authorities to quickly notify the public of missing people. Alerts can be received through text, email, or social media. Anyone that would like to sign up for the alerts can do so online, or by texting ALalerts to 99411. Copyright 2021 WAFF. All rights reserved. Original Story: https://www.waff.com/2021/05/27/what-does-law-enforcement-need-issue-an-amber-alert-2/ Subscribe to our News 4 newsletter and receive the latest local news and weather straight to your email every morning. Get instant notifications on top stories from News 4 by downloading our mobile apps.
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https://www.wtvy.com/2021/05/28/what-does-law-enforcement-need-to-issue-an-amber-alert/
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Why a 10-foot shop was auctioned for a monthly rent of Rs 1.25 billion in Sheikhupra?
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SHEIKHUPURA: A mind-boggling incident happened in the city on Wednesday. The monthly rent of a small shop was bid at Rs 1.25 billion. Yes, not the shops price, the monthly rent is one billion and 250 million rupees. Lets take a look. The shops of the municipal committee have been under the custody of traders for years, and the government used to charge them monthly rent. These government-owned shops are now being auctioned for re-rent. For years, the merchants who had these shops were running their businesses are scattering to save their bases. Shop rents, which are only a few thousand in terms of market value, have been greatly hiked by fake bids worth millions based on political squabbles, personal differences, egoism, and jealousy. It is also a fact that the old rents of these shops were low. Gulshan Crockery, a well-known shop in Main Bazaar Sheikhupura, was auctioned for rent by the Municipal Committee. The previous custodian of the shop, Zubair Ahmed Bhatti, won the auction. Bhatti said that this shop is their necessity as they have all their warehouses at the back of it. According to sources, some quarters want to deprive him of his ancestral shop due to political differences, jealousy, and egoism. That is why this bid was increased up to Rs 1.25 billion. The monthly rent of some other shops in the neighborhood was bid up to Rs 5 million. Due to personal resentment, some people did not intend to rent shops or do business but only wanted to harm the people already in business. This is the reason some fake bidders skyrocketed the prices. Its not business. Its just resentment. Those who increase their bids should not do business. They should just stop their business and satisfy their ego. said a trader of Main Bazar Sheikhupura. We will not play or let them play, is the tactic being used by our opponents, he added. Chief Officer of Municipal corporation Sheikhupura Ahsan Inayat Sindhu told us that the Auction was held on May 27. Zubair Bhatti told the media that this auction happened after 40 years gap. In this auction, we were renting out 746 MC-owned shops to collect revenue. According to the official figures, govt collected rental income of around 10 to 12 million rupees per month from these MC-owned shops. But after this auction, the rental income should be around 70 million rupees. He was surprised that the bid for this shop went to Rs 1.25 billion, Mr. Ahsan Inait Said. He added that the participants of this bid paid 50 thousand as auction fee, and now notices will be issued to the bid winner to pay the amount; otherwise, we will cancel their bid. It is now to be seen whether the bidders will pay the amount or was it just a publicity stunt.
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https://dailytimes.com.pk/763539/why-a-10-foot-shop-was-auctioned-for-a-monthly-rent-of-rs-1-25-billion-in-sheikhupra/
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How short is too short for school lunch period in Westerly schools?
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EMILY ST. LAWRENCE, Chariho girls lacrosse, senior: St. Lawrence tied a school record for goals in a game with nine in a win over Smithfield. St. Lawrence scored 17 goals for the week and has 32 for the season. CARLY CONSTANTINE, Stonington softball, sophomore: Constantine singled home Shea OConnor with the winning run to hand Waterford, the states No. 2 ranked team at the time, its first loss of the season. For the week, Constantine was 5 for 15. GREG GORMAN, Westerly baseball, junior: Gorman, a junior, hit a massive home run in a win against Barrington. The homer went over the fence in center field and landed in a nearby road. Gorman was 3 for 3 with four RBIs in the game. He is hitting .571 with 10 RBIs for the season. BRADIN ANDERSON, Wheeler baseball, freshman: Anderson, a freshman, pitched a complete-game shutout to beat Grasso Tech. Anderson struck out three to earn the first win of his varsity career. Vote View Results
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https://www.thewesterlysun.com/news/westerly/how-short-is-too-short-for-school-lunch-period-in-westerly-schools/article_8f50b4f4-bfd3-11eb-82e8-87b2ea63dc86.html
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How can UVM Health Network prevent future cyberattacks?
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BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - It was seven months ago Friday that most of the computer systems in the UVM Health Network were crippled by a cyberattack that ended up costing upwards of $70 million. While the hospitals are fully back up and running, we are examining the lingering effects and how to prevent the next attack. Dom Amato spoke with cybersecurity expert Prashant Anantharaman, a Ph.D. student at Dartmouth College, about how the attacks work and what large institutions like the network can do to prevent them in the future. Crippled by cyberattack, UVM Health Network says more data recovery work ahead A closer look at the Vt. National Guard Cyber Response team Cybersecurity experts from the Vt. National Guard help UVM Health Network UVMHN: Significant gains made in network recovery following cyberattack UVM Health Network slowly coming back online after cyberattack UVM Health Network still dealing with cyberattack, mysterious smell As investigators probe UVM hospitals cyberattack, IT races to repair network UVM Health Network a victim of cyberattack UVM Health Network investigating if network issue is result of a possible cyberattack Copyright 2021 WCAX. All rights reserved.
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https://www.wcax.com/2021/05/28/how-can-uvm-health-network-prevent-future-cyberattacks/
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Were children in Canada vaccinated against their parents will?
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A video posted on Twitter claims that children in Canada were vaccinated against Covid-19 against their parents' will, and offered ice creams in exchange for being vaccinated. We analysed this video and its caption in the latest episode of Truth or Fake. Advertising In Canada, a "vaccination centre offers ice cream to children in exchange for a vaccine, no parental consent required", read a tweet in French published on 24 May. "The police are guarding the premises to prevent parents from intervening!" The video under this caption was viewed more than 168,000 times. Tristan Werkmeister from the FRANCE 24 Observers analysed the claims of this post one by one. Main takeaways The temporary vaccination centre seen in the video was located in Toronto, Ontario, on 23 May, for a single-day vaccination campaign open to all residents over the age of 12. The mayor of the city insisted on welcoming people without health insurance and immigrant workers. "I encourage families with eligible children to come to the clinic," he said. But children aged 12 and over did not necessarily need to come with their parents because the provincial Health Care Consent Act of 1996 doesn't require parental consent for vaccination. The individuals protesting are in fact anti-restriction and anti-vaccination demonstrators. Three of them were arrested. According to the Toronto Sun, "one was charged with public nuisance, another with failing to comply with an order, and a third was ticketed for a provincial offence". On the same day, 2,500 people received their first dose of the vaccine at the temporary centre and could get an ice cream as they left the centre.
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https://observers.france24.com/en/tv-shows/truth-or-fake/20210528-debunked-canada-vaccine-children-consent-toronto
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How Saints RB Alvin Kamara Ranks in the Top 10 Explosive Runners?
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Where does New Orleans All-Pro running back rank among the NFL's Top 10 Explosive Runners in 2020. It's hard to imagine Alvin Kamara as just average since he's one of football's most exciting players. Whether he's racking up yards on the ground or catching the ball, the All-Pro running back is fun to watch. NFL writer Nick Shook examined last season's most explosive ball carriers in the NFL. Shook extrapolated NextGen's data that tracked "distance and speed measurements" of these dynamic rushers. The three criteria used to make the list: 1. A minimum of 100 carries in 2020. 2. At least 20 carries of 10-plus yards. 3. The defining metrics: the total number and percentage of 15-plus mph runs. Surprisingly, Alvin Kamara is one of the most dangerous dual-threats in the league but Shook ranked him at No. 7 among the explosive runners. Saints RB Alvin Kamara - Credit: USA Today Sports NextGen Stats produced these results based on Kamara's 2020 performance: 10+ yard runs: 27 10+ pct: 14.14% 15+ mph runs: 40 15+ mph pct: 21.4% Yard per routes (RB): 2.3, 2nd Forced missed tackles (pass): 20 TDs outside tackles: 12, 1st Yards per attempt inside tackles: 6.6, 1st Kamara's numbers for this model are modest compared to Kyler Murray, who edged out last year's most explosive runner Lamar Jackson. Murray had 94 plays over 15 mph at 70.7%, Jackson posted 85 plays at 53.5%. Don't miss out on any Saints news and analysis! Take a second and sign up for our FREE newsletter and get breaking Saints news delivered to your inbox! Only Derrick Henry (Tennessee), J.K. Dobbins (Baltimore), Dalvin Cook (Minnesota), and Nick Chubb (Cleveland) were the running backs ahead of Alvin Kamara. Indy's Jonathan Taylor, Rams Darrell Henderson, and Pats Damien Harris were the other running backs to complete Shook's top ten. Sep 22, 2019; Seattle, WA, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports NextGen Stat's Top 10 Explosive Runners of 2020 Kyle Murray, QB, Arizona Lamar Jackson, QB, Baltimore Derrick Henry, RB, Tennessee J.K. Dobbins, RB, Baltimore Dalvin Cook, RB, Minnesota Nick Chubb, RB, Cleveland Alvin Kamara, RB, New Orleans Jonathan Taylor, RB, Indianapolis Darrell Henderson, RB, Los Angeles Damien Harris, RB, New England Many a Saints fan have observed Kamara's great acceleration, top-notch breakaway speed, agility, and strength to shed tacklers since entering the league in 2017. He has excellent hands and can become a game-changer in short routes out of the backfield - recall his amazing 52-yard touchdown versus Green Bay in Week 3 of 2020. These physical traits and his football intelligence are what sets him apart from other running backs. Kamara's versatility makes him one of the best overall running backs in the National Football League. Alvin Kamara is not only an explosive player, but AK41 is an explosive play waiting to happen every time he touches the football. Subscribe to our Saints News Newsletter: https://news.snts.us/saintsnewletter Subscribe to the New Orleans Saints YT Channel: https://news.snts.us/saintsnewsyoutube For more Saints News: https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/ or https://www.saints.media Like us on Facebook: https://news.snts.us/saintsnews-fb Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/saintsnews
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https://www.si.com/nfl/saints/editorial-opinion/how-explosive-is-alvin-kamara
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How does the Washington Football Team depth chart look post-draft and following the the release of Morgan Moses?
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The past few weeks have seen a number of changes to the Washington Football Team roster. Here's a quick recap of the changes that have occurred since the draft: RB Jaret Patterson was signed as an undrafted college free agent out of Buffalo. was signed as an undrafted college free agent out of Buffalo. CB Demarkus Acy was waived. was waived. WR Jeff Badet was waived. was waived. TE Marcus Baugh was waived. was waived. TE Deon Yelder was signed as a free agent from the Kansas City Chiefs. was signed as a free agent from the Kansas City Chiefs. Left Tackle Charles Leno was signed from the Chicago Bears. was signed from the Chicago Bears. CB Linden Stephens was signed as a free agent from the Seattle Seahawks. was signed as a free agent from the Seattle Seahawks. DB Chris Miller was claimed off of waivers from the Arizona Cardinals. The WFT announcement called Miller a CB, but I have listed him on the depth chart as a strong safety based on his previous playing history. was claimed off of waivers from the Arizona Cardinals. The WFT announcement called Miller a CB, but I have listed him on the depth chart as a strong safety based on his previous playing history. SAM Linebacker Joe Walker (who was Hasaan Reddicks backup in AZ in 2019) was signed as a free agent from the 49ers. (who was Hasaan Reddicks backup in AZ in 2019) was signed as a free agent from the 49ers. WILL linebacker Josh Harvey-Clemons was released after opting out of the 2020 season over COVID concerns. was released after opting out of the 2020 season over COVID concerns. Left Tackle Geron Christian III was waived. was waived. Right Tackle Morgan Moses was released in the wake of the signing of OT Charles Leno from the Bears. WRIC.com ABC news At the moment, the Football Team has two open roster spots (although they have 89 players, they get a roster exemption for international pathway player, David Bada, so the team can have 91 players in the offseason). The numbers that appear beside some player names are 2021 cap hits; I have only inlcuded cap hits in excess of $1m. Here is the current depth chart: Bill Horgan Color code key: Bill Horgan Camp Battles Some clear training camp battles are shaping up at a number of positions. Quarterback It seems almost a foregone conclusion that Ryan Fitzpatrick will be the starting quarterback when the team hosts the LA Chargers on September 9th, despite Ron Rivera's earlier offseason proclamation that there would be a genuine competition. He also said that Fitzpatrick will enter camp as the #1 guy, making it his job to lose. The interesting battle here will be for the backup position. Taylor Heinicke became a fan favorite with his gritty performance in the playoffs against Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, but last year, Ron Rivera traded for Kyle Allen in the offseason when he could have signed Heinicke without giving up any draft capital. It seems like Allen is a favorite of Rivera's. It'll be fascinating to see what happens here. Related story: Ron Rivera answers questions about the quareterback position Wide Receiver There appear to be three roster "locks" at the WR position: Terry McLaurin, Curtis Samuel, and 3rd round draft pick Dyami Brown. Adam Humphries seems to have an inside track as a specialist slot receiver with good production, but his injury history is a concern. That would leave a number of players competing for one or two roster spots. Kelvin Harmon was a 6th round pick in 2019, before Ron Rivera arrived. Harmon missed the entire 2020 season with an ACL tear, and players dating from the Jay Gruden era have been disappearing at an alarming rate lately. was a 6th round pick in 2019, before Ron Rivera arrived. Harmon missed the entire 2020 season with an ACL tear, and players dating from the Jay Gruden era have been disappearing at an alarming rate lately. Antonio Gandy-Golden was drafted in the 4th round last season. His rookie year was beset by injury, and, despite a ton of athleticism and the promise of huge upside potential, he never looked good on the field of play last season. was drafted in the 4th round last season. His rookie year was beset by injury, and, despite a ton of athleticism and the promise of huge upside potential, he never looked good on the field of play last season. Cam Sims is a 6'5", 220 pound receiver who has toiled away as a backup and practice squad member of the Washington team since signing as an udrafted free agent out of Alabama in 2018. He seemed to have a breakthrough of sorts in 2020 when he appeared in 16 regular season games, catching 32 balls for 477 yards and a touchdown, then adding 7 receptions for 104 yards in the playoff game against the eventual super bowl champion Buccaneers. is a 6'5", 220 pound receiver who has toiled away as a backup and practice squad member of the Washington team since signing as an udrafted free agent out of Alabama in 2018. He seemed to have a breakthrough of sorts in 2020 when he appeared in 16 regular season games, catching 32 balls for 477 yards and a touchdown, then adding 7 receptions for 104 yards in the playoff game against the eventual super bowl champion Buccaneers. Isaiah Wright joined the team as an undrafted free agent last season and was targeted 35 times, hauling in 27 balls for 197 yards in limited action. Wright seemed to struggle with drops and needs to improve his on-field composure if he hopes to thrive in the league. joined the team as an undrafted free agent last season and was targeted 35 times, hauling in 27 balls for 197 yards in limited action. Wright seemed to struggle with drops and needs to improve his on-field composure if he hopes to thrive in the league. Tony Brown seems to have the longest odds of winning a roster spot after spending his 2020 rookie season mostly on the practice squad. He seems destined for a similar fate again in 2021. Right now, I'm leaning toward Cam Sims and Kelvin Harmon making the cut, but this battle is likely to go right down to the final preseason game. Related story: Washington Football Team may have gotten the steal of the draft at the WR position Tight End I don't think there's much question that Logan Thomas, Deon Yelder and John Bates will comprise the tight end room. The first question is whether the veteran backup Yelder or the drafted rookie Bates will see more snaps. The other question is whether the Chilean basketball player, Sammis Reyes, who was signed in an effort to turn his incredible athleticism into an NFL tight end, will make the regular roster or the practice squad. I believe Reyes will wind up on the PS. Related stories: Free agency: Washington signs tight end whose last game was for Kansas City in Super Bowl LV Washington made a surprise pick in the 4th round of the draft - TE John Bates Washington adds tight end with signing of Sammis Reyes Running Back Similar to the tight ends, there seems little mystery about the top two backs -- it will be Antonio Gibson and JD McKissic. Related story: WFT has a new running back, and he used to be teammates with Chase Young in high school Offensive Line Things seemed fairly clear here until the release of Morgan Moses and Geron Christian about a week ago. Now there is a different expectation, but with a bit less depth also comes a certain level of clarity about where the camp battles will occur. Charles Leno will almost certainly be the starting left tackle. will almost certainly be the starting left tackle. There is no doubt that Chase Roullier will be the starting center and Brandon Scherff willl be the starting right guard . will be the and willl be the . At left guard , the battle seems to be between Wes Schweitzer , a 2020 free agent who played well in the position after supplanting then-rookie Wes Martin, who was the Week 1 starter, and Ereck Flowers , the team's 2019 starter at LG who spent last season with the Dolphins. My money is on Schweitzer winning the starting job with Flowers the top backup at both left and right guard. , the battle seems to be between , a 2020 free agent who played well in the position after supplanting then-rookie Wes Martin, who was the Week 1 starter, and , the team's 2019 starter at LG who spent last season with the Dolphins. My money is on Schweitzer winning the starting job with Flowers the top backup at both left and right guard. At right tackle , the battle will pit veteran Cornelius Lucas , who is a journeyman swing tackle who played well as the starting LT for Washington in the last half of the 2020 season after replacing recently released Geron Christian, who had been the Week 1 starter, and 2nd-round draft pick Samuel Cosmi out of the University of Texas. This could be a situation where the team relies on Lucas as the starter to open the season, with Cosmi taking over the starting job later. If the team's plan is for Cosmi to take over the starting LEFT tackle position in 2021, then the plan could be for Lucas to start on the right side for the entire season, allowing Cosmi to focus on preparing for his eventual role as the franchise starting left tackle. , the battle will pit veteran , who is a journeyman swing tackle who played well as the starting LT for Washington in the last half of the 2020 season after replacing recently released Geron Christian, who had been the Week 1 starter, and 2nd-round draft pick out of the University of Texas. This could be a situation where the team relies on Lucas as the starter to open the season, with Cosmi taking over the starting job later. If the team's plan is for Cosmi to take over the starting LEFT tackle position in 2021, then the plan could be for Lucas to start on the right side for the entire season, allowing Cosmi to focus on preparing for his eventual role as the franchise starting left tackle. With seven players locked in, we are likely to see last year's 4th round draft pick Saahdiq Charles, Beau Benzschawel, 2019 draft pick Keith Ismael, and five others battling for two or three roster spots. The winners of those battles may depend on how flexible players are to play multiple positions, and how much potential coaches see for players to grow into starting roles in 2021. Defensive end The two unquestioned starters are, of course, former first round picks Montez Sweat and Chase Young. However, there are four 7th-round picks behind them who will be battling for two spots (though Toney may make the team as a dual-position player at both DE & SAM linebacker). The players to watch here are last year's 7th round pick, James Smith-Williams, this year's 7th round pick, William Bradley-King, and former Eagles 7th round pick Casey Toohill, in addition to the above-mentioned 2021 7th round pick, Shaka Toney. Safety The safety position group has gotten really crowded, really fast since mid-April. The three roster locks appear to be Landon Collins, Kamren Curl, and recent free agent addition, Bobby McCain from the Dolphins. There is room for probably two more players, but there will be at least four players competing, and a couple of them will probably be without chairs when the music stops. Both Deshazor Everett and Jeremy Reaves started at free safety at times last season; Everett holds the advantage here as the WFT's best special teams player and ST captain, but Reaves is younger. The team drafted Darrick Forrest in the 5th round, and while he is primarily seen as a special teams player, I'm sure the coaches that drafted him will be loath to cut him before the season starts. Chris Miller, a recent waiver wire acquisition seems a long shot at strong safety, but perhaps he can find a spot as a slot defender, and that may explain why the team listed him as a CB when his signing was announced. Related story: Washington is building a division-winning roster with Bobby McCain third veteran free agent added since the draft A deep and competitive roster It's clear that Ron Rivera and Marin Mayhew have done a good job of building a deep and competitive roster. It seems certain that the Football Team will be cutting players this season who will find a home on another roster in the league. In fact, Geron Christian, one of the two most recent releases, was claimed off of waivers by the Texans. It should be an entertaining preseason in advance of an enjoyable and successful 2021 regular season with what looks to be the deepest roster that Washington has fielded in many years.
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https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2259717635255/how-does-the-washington-football-team-depth-chart-look-post-draft-and-following-the-the-release-of-morgan-moses
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What are Italy's Euro 2020 fixtures?
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Roberto Mancini's side will kick off the tournament against Turkey in the first of Italy's Euro 2020 fixtures. As the name suggests, Euro 2020 was supposed to take place last year, but the coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to postpone the tournament by 12 months. The competition, which will be held in 11 different cities in the same number of countries, begins with that aforementioned meeting between Italy and Turkey on June 11. The final will take place a month later, with England, France, Belgium, Portugal, Spain and Germany all hoping to be walking out at Wembley on July 11. Italy missed out on the 2018 World Cup but have bounced back well since Mancini was appointed as the national team's manager. The Azzurri won all 10 of their qualifiers, topping a group containing Finland, Greece, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Armenia and Liechtenstein with a minimum of fuss. Italy, who won the European Championship in 1968 and finished as runners-up in 2000 and 2012, will hope to get off to a winning start against Turkey. Mancini's men will then take on Switzerland on June 16, before a clash with Wales on June 20. Home advantage could work in their favour, with all three of Italy's group games set to be held at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. If Italy finish top of Group A, they will face the Group C runner-up - one of the Netherlands, Ukraine, Austria or North Macedonia - in the round of 16 on June 26. If Italy finish second in Group A, they will take on the Group B runner-up - Belgium, Russia, Denmark or Finland, in the round of 16 on June 26. Italy could still advance to the knockout phase if they finish outside the top two of their group, with four last-16 spots available to the best third-placed finishers.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/italy-euro-2020-fixtures-switzerland-wales-turkey-roberto-mancini
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Do letters and parcels get delivered on May bank holiday and are post offices open?
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Sign up to our newsletter Invalid Email Something went wrong, please try again later. Subscribe Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy notice The May bank holiday will see many across the UK enjoy an extra day off work on Monday (May 31), but those expecting a post delivery may be left disappointed. The spring bank holiday, which is set to bring better weather , will see some shops and businesses closed over the three-day weekend, while others operate under reduced opening hours . The postal service is no different. Many of the approximately 11,500 Post Office branches in the UK are run independently or as part of a franchise. This means that there are no specific opening hours set by the brand, and spring bank holiday weekend opening hours will instead be determined by each individual site. Royal Mail delivers and collects post on most days of the year, including Saturdays. The exception to this is bank holidays, when they neither deliver nor collect letters and parcels. But if youre waiting for a delivery, dont worry, because the postal service will be operating under normal hours again on Tuesday. The same is true for the other main postal services including DPD, UPS and Hermes. None ordinarily deliver post on bank or public holidays, but you can check their individual terms and conditions for any exceptions. Even though you wont get any deliveries, many post offices will remain open as usual over the bank holiday weekend, offering the standard range of counter services. Others will open with shorter opening hours. Opening times will vary branch to branch, so be sure to check before making a journey to avoid disappointment. Click here to find out the opening hours for your local post office this weekend. If youre one of the lucky people in England and Wales who doesnt have to work on bank holidays, the good news is there are still three more extra days off to come later this year. Theres a long time to wait until the next extended weekend, with the summer bank holiday falling on Monday, August 30. Here are all the important dates for your diary:
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https://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/letters-parcels-delivered-bank-holiday-5468106
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What are North Macedonia's Euro 2020 fixtures?
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Igor Angelovski's side will take to the field on June 13 for the first of North Macedonia's Euro 2020 fixtures. As the name suggests, Euro 2020 was supposed to take place last year, but the coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to postpone the tournament by 12 months. The competition, which will be held in 11 different cities in the same number of countries, begins with a meeting between Italy and Turkey in Rome on June 11. The final will take place a month later, with England, France, Belgium, Portugal, Spain and Germany all hoping to be walking out at Wembley on July 11. North Macedonia are competing at a major international tournament for the first time in the history of their national team. Poland and Austria finished ahead of North Macedonia in their qualifying group, but Angelovskis side secured a spot in the play-offs via the Nations League. They beat Kosovo 2-1 in the semi-finals of Path D, before a 1-0 victory over Georgia in the final earned them a spot at Euro 2020. North Macedonia, who are captained by the 37-year-old Goran Pandev, are huge outsiders going into this summers competition. They will begin their campaign against Austria in Bucharest on June 13, before a meeting with Ukraine in the same city four days later. North Macedonia will then lock horns with the Netherlands in Amsterdam on June 21. In the unlikely event that they finish top of Group C, North Macedonia will face one of the best third-placed finishers from Group D, Group E or Group F in the round of 16 on June 27. Finishing as runners-up in Group C would set up a meeting with the Group A winner - one of Italy, Turkey, Switzerland or Wales - in the last 16 on June 26. North Macedonia are probably targeting a third-place finish, with four places in the knockout stage available to those who end the group stage outside the top two.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/north-macedonia-euro-2020-fixtures-netherlands-ukraine-austria-goran-pandev
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What are Poland's Euro 2020 fixtures?
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Paulo Sousa's side will take to the field on June 14 for the first of Poland's Euro 2020 fixtures. As the name suggests, Euro 2020 was supposed to take place last year, but the coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to postpone the tournament by 12 months. The competition, which will be held in 11 different cities in the same number of countries, begins with a meeting between Italy and Turkey in Rome on June 11. The final will take place a month later, with England, France, Belgium, Portugal, Spain and Germany all hoping to be walking out at Wembley on July 11. Poland booked their place at Euro 2020 by topping their qualifying group ahead of Austria, North Macedonia, Slovenia, Israel and Latvia. Robert Lewandowski and co. accumulated 25 points out of a possible 30, winning eight games, drawing one and losing one. Their performances in the qualification campaign earned Poland a spot in Pot 2 for the group stage draw. Their first game against Slovakia will take place in Saint Petersburg on June 14. Five days later Poland will take on Spain in Seville, before a meeting with Sweden on June 23. If Sousa's side finish top of Group E, they will face one of the third-placed finishers from Group A, Group B, Group C or Group D in the round of 16 on June 29. A second-place finish in Group E would see Poland face the Group D runner-up - one of England, Croatia, Scotland or Czech Republic - in the last 16 on June 28. Poland are competing at the European Championship for the fourth time, having also taken part in 2008, 2012 and 2016. Poland co-hosted Euro 2012 with Ukraine. They reached the quarter-finals in France five years ago, but were eliminated by eventual champions Portugal on penalties.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/poland-euro-2020-fixtures-sweden-spain-slovakia-robert-lewandowski
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What are Portugal's Euro 2020 fixtures?
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Fernando Santos' side will take to the field on June 15 for the first of Portugal's Euro 2020 fixtures. As the name suggests, Euro 2020 was supposed to take place last year, but the coronavirus pandemic forced UEFA to postpone the tournament by 12 months. The competition, which will be held in 11 different cities in the same number of countries, begins with that aforementioned meeting between Italy and Turkey on June 11. The final will take place a month later, with England, France, Belgium, Portugal, Spain and Germany all hoping to be walking out at Wembley on July 11. Portugal are the reigning European champions, having won Euro 2016 five years ago. That was the first triumph at a major tournament in their national team's history. Eder was the unlikely hero, as his goal in extra time gave Portugal a 1-0 victory over France, the host nation, in the final. Santos will now be looking to retain the trophy, but his team will have to do it the hard way after being drawn in the group of death. Portugal begin their campaign against Hungary in Budapest on June 15. Four days later they will take on Germany in Munich, before a rematch against France on June 23. If Cristiano Ronaldo and co. finish top of Group F, they will face one of the third-placed finishers from Group A, Group B or Group C in the round of 16. If Portugal finish second in Group F, they will take on the Group D winner in the round of 16 - one of England, Croatia, Scotland or Czech Republic. At Euro 2016, Portugal only advanced to the knockout stage as one of the four best third-placed finishers. With Germany and France also among the favourites to win the tournament, Portugal could again finish third in the group stage.
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https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/portugal-euro-2020-fixtures-france-hungary-germany-cristiano-ronaldo
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Was Lori Lightfoots Interview Plan a Stunt or a Step Forward?
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Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently sparked a new skirmish in the culture war. She decided to grant the only one-on-one interviews about her anniversary in office with nonwhite reporters. We are a city that has almost three-quarters people of color, Lightfoot said. I believe that the City Hall press corps needs to reflect the diversity of our city. Illinois politics, and especially Chicago politics, can be a rough business. Losers can get regularly dragged, even all the way to prison, and winners can make it all the way to the White House. The city has corruption problems, police problems, education problems, and in its last year a pandemic. Lightfoot has a lot to answer for as she marks her second anniversary in office, but whom Lightfoot decided she would answer to made national headlines. On Fridays episode of A Word, I spoke about the controversy with veteran political journalist Errin Haines from the 19th*. (The asterisks in the name is a visible reminder of those who have been omitted from our democracy.) Our conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity. Errin Haines: Listen, there was definitely a message there, but the delivery was somewhat tainted. She said the quiet part out loud. There is a lack of diversity in political journalism at the federal, state, and local level. And we know coverage of city hall is a coveted beat at a lot of major news outlets, and far too many of those spots go to people who are overwhelmingly white and overwhelmingly male. This is the pipeline for people who maybe want to eventually cover the statehouse, who maybe want to cover Congress, who may eventually want to be White House correspondents. That kind of experience matters, and those kinds of folks do hold an outsized prominence in newsrooms, and do wield a lot of power in terms of holding the powerful accountable in a community. Advertisement I do think that her point about the lack of diversity in the folks who are covering city hall in places like Chicago is certainly valid. It is why organizations like my beloved National Association of Black Journalists were createdto try to increase media diversity in spaces like politics and other beatsbut access should be expanded and not contracted. So the answer is not necessarily to exclude white journalists. It is to have more Black and brown journalists in those newsrooms. Of course, if these newsrooms had a Black or brown journalist to send over to interview Mayor Lightfoot, I dont know if we would still be having this conversation. I dont know if the outrage would still be there. Theres a few things. I am from Atlanta, where I certainly was spoiled. I saw anchors who were Black doing the nightly news when I was eating my dinner and watching television when I was growing up. Representation does matter, and representation is absent in a lot of our major American cities. Part of it too is the beats that folks gravitate toward. Politics has not always been the most popular beat for Black and brown folks. There was definitely a message there, but the delivery was somewhat tainted. Errin Haines But also when you have a beat that is overwhelmingly white and overwhelmingly male, what you get is a phenomenon that happens in all kinds of institutions. You have those white men plucking the next generation from folks who look like them or who remind them of themselves at their age. I dont remind most white men of themselves. So that kind of mentoring, that kind of somebody putting their hand on your shoulder and saying why dont you think about covering politics, if that is not happening, from somebody especially who shares your lived experience, that might not be an area that folks gravitate to. Advertisement Advertisement And I think it is a quality of life issue for some folks, especially folks who are young broadcasters. The cost of living in some of these cities and what some of the salaries might be in some of those newsrooms may make people think twice about trying to struggle and make it. So I do think as an industry there just needs to be more intentionality about diversifying these spaces. A lot of right-wing politicians and commentators were screaming and yelling causing all this smoke and nonsense about Lightfoots decision, including Tucker Carlson. This is kind of the Catch-22 for these politicians where race and gender are involved when they try to talk about their frustration. Look, all politicians are subject to scrutiny and should be held accountable. But at the same time, when it does feel racial, when it does feel gendered, if they do try to speak out about that, that is something that can provide fodder for folks who would just as soon not acknowledge those racial and gender disparities in coverage. Advertisement Lori Lightfoot hasnt exactly been a hero to many Black and brown Chicagoans while shes been in office. The big story before all this was her botched handling of the police shooting of the death of Adam Toledo, an unarmed Latino teenager. Advertisement Shes a former federal prosecutor who was swept into office after the Laquan McDonald killing. And so there were certainly activists even then who were skeptical about the kind of leadership that she was going to provide, the perspective that she was coming from, and how the national narrative around her and her identities jibed with what folks on the ground were seeing. Her handling of the pandemic was something that frustrated folks, because we know the disproportionate impact of the coronavirus on Black and brown folks from both a public health and an economic perspective. Chicago was certainly a place that was pretty hard hit. Also, the citys progress, and who has and has not had the opportunity to benefit from that, is something that folks on the ground have been critical of. For Black journalists who are already being accused of not being able to be objective, we just have to do our jobs. It is not on us to make others comfortable with us doing that job or how we do that job. We just have to be professional. Yes, I think that there have been Black journalists who have been critical of Mayor Lightfoot, raising those questions about her leadership as you would raise questions about the leader of any major American city because thats your job. If you are covering the mayor, whoever that mayor is, that is your obligation to cover that. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Its interesting because youre trying to do your job. Youre hurting our person. So really youre damned if you do, youre damned if you dont, so you might as well just do your job to the best of your ability. Youre one of the founders of the 19th*. Its led by women. You report about women and race. Advertisement So much of it is about voice. That was especially true last year during the election, because most of the voters that I was talking to were women, and that was on purpose. My mom is a woman in the suburbs, but that is not who people thought about when they thought about suburban women voters and who we need to hear from. Faith voters. Thats not how we were talking about faith voters. Rural voters. Im from Atlanta, but Ive spent some time in the country in Georgia with my relatives. I know that there are Black rural folks, Black Midwestern folks. Black women are the most educated. Advertisement Advertisement So really reframing a lot of the archetypes around voters, around voting blocs. I felt like I was able to do that in the kinds of voices that I was putting in stories about the election. And then also just making sure that we had an accurate portrait of the women who were being disproportionately affected by and responding to the pandemic. And so talking about that, hammering that as much as possible, not just me, but as a newsroom. When we look back at our coverage, I know that we can say that this newsroom told the truth about who and where we were as a country in that moment. I want to take this back to Lightfoot. So, on the one hand, she was trying to make a point about press diversity, but theres also a cynical take that maybe she threw this out there because she was trying to change the subject off of what had been her many high-profile failures and controversies. Advertisement I do not personally know Mayor Lightfoot, so I do not know what is in her heart or mind in terms of her motivation for saying what she said. But listen, I do think that this conversation has been a distraction, whether she has meant for it to be or not. At the end of the day, lets start lining up those interviews, whoevers going to do them. Tell their white mayoral counterparts that they need to push for this too. Every politician should want a diverse press corps questioning them. If that is an imperative, then things begin to improve for everyone. But it cannot just be them raising their voices as Black and brown folks in elected office. This should be something that all of us are calling for so that things can be different. If white politicians do not also see this as something that needs to be addressed, that is a problem. Listen to the entire episode below, or subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Is indoor farming having a moment?
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Four years ago, the vertical farming startup Bowery opened what it called the first post-organic farm, growing pesticide-free leafy greens inside a warehouse in New Jersey, United States. Now its products are in 850 stores, and the company just announced a new $US300 million round of funding. The business model is feasible now, says venture capitalist Hans Tung, a managing partner at GGV Capital, one of the investors in the new round and an early investor in the startup. Lighting is one of the biggest expenses for indoor farming, but the cost of ultra-efficient LED lights has fallen steeply over the past decade. Automation has advanced enough that its cost-effective to do much of the work inside an indoor farm with robots. Software to manage complicated growing systems has also advanced. A combination of software, hardware, and the price of key inputs [can] make it affordable, he says. Otherwise, its too expensive. Growing food in a warehouse has some advantages over traditional agriculture. With crops in stacked trays or planted on vertical walls, many more plants can fit in the same footprint. LED lights tuned to shades of pink or purple help plants grow faster and can be tweaked to change the nutrition or taste. Because the plants are in a controlled environment, no pesticides are needed, and with no limitations from the seasons or weather, crops can grow year-round. Instead of growing greens in drought-prone areas and then shipping them elsewhere, its possible to use a hydroponic system with 95% less water and deliver produce the same day its picked. (The system also has some disadvantages, including the energy needed for lights instead of sunshine, though its possible for indoor farms to use renewable electricity.) Read the full article and more on Fast Company SA.
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https://www.iol.co.za/technology/gadgets/is-indoor-farming-having-a-moment-1ff83d8f-4073-4387-a810-2e693fcad1b2
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Does the Ryanair incident give Belaruss opposition the leverage it needs?
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More than 400 political prisoners and 30,000 people arrested: these are the results of Alyaksandr Lukashenkas brutal response to the protests that started in Belarus last year. Today, you can get fined for hanging up socks, umbrellas or linen if they carry the red and white national colours used by the Belaursian opposition. Sweets wrapped in red-white-red packaging have even been removed from shops. At the end of last year, it seemed as if the Belarusian authorities had successfully suppressed the protests. By winter, the countrys nascent democratic movement no longer had the strength to continue the peaceful demonstrations that had taken place between August and October. Instead, international politics became the main arena of contest. Today, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Belarus opposition leader-in-exile, is trying to isolate the regime diplomatically. She and her team are busy visiting European capitals and meeting with US and Canadian representatives, lobbying for measures that will put pressure on Lukashenkas government. Despite the scale of domestic repression, however, sanctions have been introduced slowly and selectively. For the Belarusian opposition, international expressions of deep concern have long become an ironic meme. The EU never reacts quickly, said Franak Viaorka, an adviser to Tsikhanouskaya. The adoption of sanctions, like the approval of any diplomatic initiative, takes a long time. It will take several months for European structures to do this, and a few more months until these measures take effect and have some effect. Slow progress The EUs response so far, which has been to introduce targeted sanctions against Lukashenka and 87 other government figures, as well as seven organisations, has been relatively soft. After the violence and repression that accompanied elections in 2010, for instance, the bloc placed sanctions on 158 people. Denis Melyantsov, a political scientist who has taken part in normalisation efforts between Belarus and the EU in recent years, suggests that coronavirus, and the Russian factor may have played a role in softening the international response, despite the fact that repression this time is greater. This time around, European governments and institutions have chosen a more positive agenda, by providing moral support to the Belarusian democratic movement, receiving Tsikhanouskaya at the highest level, presenting awards to the countrys democratic leaders, and supporting opposition organisers based abroad. Two organisations that work with Tsikhanouskya, the Foundation for Cultural Solidarity and the Sports Solidarity Fund, have beeen trying to assign a cost to the Belarusian states actions such as preventing pro-regime figures from participating in Eurovision and the relocation of the Ice Hockey World Championship from Minsk to Riga.
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https://www.opendemocracy.net/en/odr/does-the-ryanair-incident-give-belaruss-opposition-the-leverage-it-needs/
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Which Arsenal players called up to the Euros could win a medal?
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Tonights Champions League Final between Chelsea and Manchester City in Porto will mark the official end of the season for the big European Leagues, but fear not, as we will only have to survive two weeks without football as Euro 2020 Finals kicks off on June 11th with the final a month later.. Im not expecting Arsenal fans to be overly excited though, as there are hardly any Gunners selected to play in the tournament, but that could certainly help Mikel Arteta to have a problem free preparation for the new season. Right now we have four Arsenal players selected; that could be reduced the three as Bukayo Saka is included in Gareth Southgates provisional squad and is not certain to make the Final Cut. It would be a real shame if he doesnt get to go, because England, along with Belgium and France, are one of the favourites to win the Euros. It would be fantastic for our rising superstar to get the boost of winning a major final with his country, although it remains to seen if he would get to play much even if he is on the plane To be totally honest, the only other Arsenal player that could seriously win a medal at the Euros is our German shot stopper Bernd Leno, but with Manuel Neuer also in the squad, you may as well forget seeing him in action on the pitch. You could just as easily play some no deposit free spins at a German casino, or as they say in Germany, Keine Einzahlung Freispiele. You would have more chance of winning something on there than watching Leno play at the Euros. I suppose I should say that Granit Xhaka has an outside chance of a medal as Switzerland are known to be able to cause problems for some big teams on their day. Arsenals only other player that is in the competition is Kieran Tierney with Scotland, if he is fit enough.
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https://www.justarsenal.com/which-arsenal-players-called-up-to-the-euros-could-win-a-medal/283494
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Is Hasbulla Magomedov related to former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov?
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No, Hasbulla Magomedov is not related to former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. Amidst the onset of memes and social media posts involving Hasbullla Magomedov, aka 'Mini Khabib', people opined that Habulla resembled 'The Eagle', leading to rumors about the two being related. Nevertheless, being dubbed 'Mini Khabib' by almost the entire world of combat sports certainly had its perks. Hasbulla Magomedov made an internet sensation out of himself owing to his TikTok videos. Rumors of relations with Khabib Nurmagomedov only multiplied his following. Even though Hasbulla Magomedov and Khabib Nurmagomedov are not related, they share a good bond. 'The Eagle' Khabib Nurmagomedov posted a video on his Instagram account featuring Hasbulla Magomedov. Furthermore, a YouTube video of Hasbulla Magomedov and Khabib Nurmagomedov clicking pictures at a restaurant also went viral. Another important thing to note is that although 'Mini Khabib' appears to be a five-year-old, Hasbulla Magomedov is an eighteen-year-old who aspires to be a theologist. His stunted growth results from a condition that renders a person unable to develop mind and body simultaneously. Hasbulla Magomedov recreates Khabib Nurmagomedov's weigh-in at UFC 229 UFC 229 is perhaps the most iconic event in MMA history, in addition to being the highest-grossing PPV in the history of the UFC. Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor brought their bitter rivalry inside the octagon. Nurmagomedov won the fight via submission in round four to retain his lightweight title. The hype that the fight garnered was massive. Right from the press conferences to the ceremonial weigh-ins, every event was a monumental occasion in its own right. Of course, owing to the hatred that the two fighters held for each other, the face-offs after the ceremonial weigh-ins were as intense as could get. Hasbulla Magomedov recreated Khabib Nurmagomedov's ceremonial weigh-ins by imitating exactly what the former UFC lightweight champion did on the day of the event. Right from stepping onto the weighing scale, flexing for the cameras, and pointing towards the sky, Hasbulla proved why he is referred to as 'Mini Khabib'. Hasbulla Magomedov shot to fame after posting videos of himself pretending to fight kids. The various videos were widely lauded for their comedic nature throughout the world. Please spend 30 seconds answering this survey so that we can better understand how to serve your MMA needs.
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https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news-is-hasbulla-magomedov-related-former-ufc-champion-khabib-nurmagomedov
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Why did the fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Max Holloway not happen?
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Max Holloway stepped in to face Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 223 on six days' notice. The development came after Nurmagomedov's original opponent Tony 'El Cucuy' Ferguson had to pull out due to a knee injury, resulting in the fourth cancellation of the match-up. The UFC lightweight belt was on the line for the fight as it would be stripped off then-champion Conor McGregor due to inactivity. However, the fight did not take place after all as the New York State Athletic Commission deemed Holloway medically unfit for the bout. The biggest reason that has been cited in the aftermath was problems pertaining to Holloway's weight cut. ESPN's Brett Okamoto was the first to report the news, citing UFC president Dana White. BREAKING: Max Holloway has been declared medically unfit to fight. Holloway is out of UFC 223. Per Dana White. Brett Okamoto (@bokamotoESPN) April 6, 2018 NYSAC later made an official statement on the matter, although the organization did not divulge much detail about why they arrived at the decision. "With much regret, and after careful review, a joint decision was made between the state athletic commission and the UFC. Weve deemed Mr. Holloway medically unfit to attend the scales (to weigh in). No further comments at this time. We apologize," Kim Sumbler, the executive director of the NYSAC, told reporters at the official weigh-ins. Read: 'It was heartbreaking' - When Max Holloway revealed why his fight against Khabib Nurmagomedov was called off Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dana White showed respect to Max Holloway post the fight cancellation Even though the fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Max Holloway did not happen, it is widely regarded by MMA fans as one of the best-booked UFC fights ever. After the cancellation, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dana White heaped praise on Max Holloway, then-UFC featherweight champion, for stepping in and taking the fight on such short notice. Dana White and Khabib Nurmagomedov praise Max Holloway as he is declared medically unfit to fight at UFC 223. pic.twitter.com/iwrfBUAmop FOX Sports: UFC (@UFCONFOX) April 7, 2018 The UFC 223 main event faced quite a bit of a hiccup after two withdrawals. The UFC tried to book Anthony Pettis as Khabib Nurmagomedov's opponent after his bout with Michael Chiesa was scrapped due to the Conor McGregor bus incident. Pettis did not weigh in for a second time after missing the championship weight by 2 pounds on his first attempt. Paul Felder was offered the fight, but NYSAC declined that as well since 'The Irish Dragon' was unranked at the time. The fight finally went to Paul Felder's opponent Al Iaquinta, but he was deemed ineligible to become the champion if he won since he weighed in 0.2lbs over the 155lbs limit. Thankfully, that did not make a difference as Khabib Nurmagomedov comfortably picked up a unanimous decision win to become the new undisputed lightweight champion. Please take 30 seconds to answer this survey so that we can better understand how to serve your MMA needs.
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Do the facts back up claims that Scotland is sectarian with an anti-Catholic bias?
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IN the aftermath of the appalling riot by Rangers supporters in George Square, two themes have emerged that we find unhelpful and alarming. First is the impression that the events in George Square are representative of a much wider and insidious anti-Catholicism in Scottish society. The second theme is the claim that the term sectarianism serves perhaps deliberately to distract attention from the real problem of anti-Catholicism and anti-Irish racism. Here, as long-standing scholars of these matters, we wish to put forward a different reading of contemporary Scotland. It is important, we feel, to resist alarmist claims, flawed conclusions and deliberately exaggerated rhetoric. Hostility to Catholicism has had very deep and enduring roots in the history of Scotland over the last four centuries. The Scottish Reformation was a rejection of the old faith and rule from Rome. The nation defined itself for centuries thereafter, in terms of both religion and popular culture, as a bitter enemy to Catholicism and the Papacy. After 1707, the two ancient foes of England and Scotland were soon able to bond within the parliamentary Union because of mutual detestation of and conflict with the Catholic powers of France and Spain that brought in the global wars from 1756 to 1815. Then, in the 19th century, came mass Irish Catholic immigration, threatening not only the jobs of Scottish workers but the Protestant identity of Scotland itself. There were more Catholic migrants in Scotland per head of population than in England and Wales by the First World War and their concentration in the industrial areas of the western lowlands magnified their new alien presence within the host society. They become the other, not real Scots but a malign force in the Victorian and Edwardian periods, hated and feared as the vectors of social ills: epidemic diseases; gross intemperance; criminality; improvidence and much else besides. Ancient antagonisms then metamorphosed into racialisation of the community on the part of the highest levels of Scottish society in the early 20th century. The Church of Scotland condemned Scots of Irish Catholic origin as inferior to those of Scots heritage in the notorious pamphlet The Menace of the Irish Race to our Scottish Nationality (1923). In that decade official Scotland aggressively struck back against the invaders. The General Assembly began a campaign that lasted into the 1930s to convince government to halt immigration from the Irish Free State and deport back selected groups of natives of Ireland. Having failed in this crusade, the Kirk then approached Scots employers and encouraged them at a time of profound economic crisis and mass unemployment only to hire and promote workers of the Scottish race. Thus was discrimination in the labour market legitimised and officially sanctioned. Much historiography in the decades after the Second World War has sought to describe and explain the emancipation of the Scottish Catholic community in modern Scotland from the dark times of that pre-war past and explores a decline in old animosities. Research has reported many positive developments since the 1950s. The advent of the Welfare State in the 1940s brought enormous benefits to one of the poorest sections in Scottish society. Post-war nationalisation of heavy industry and the growth of the big state opened up big opportunities in the public service bureaucracies that were perceived by many to be less interested in discriminatory practices than private employers. Abandoning selection on entry to secondary education in 1964 and the mushrooming of higher education in that decade and afterwards created a new and sturdy ladder of educational opportunity for young Catholics, which many have exploited to the full. That built on the full incorporation of distinctively Catholic schools into the Scottish state sector in 1918. All the Christian churches in Scotland have come together in a spirit of ecumenism in opposition to the onward march of secularism. Secularisation itself has helped to undermine some of the communal hatreds based on religious differences, though probably having less effect on tribal hostilities and inherited traditions of family prejudice. READ MORE: Hugh MacDonald: George Square was a howl of rage but it may also be a cry for help It is also striking that despite the close religious and familial ties between Ulster and Scotland, the bloody sectarian conflict of The Troubles did not cross the Irish Sea. This suggests Scotland was a very different society from that of the 1920s, when communal tensions were more inflamed. It might be useful to begin here with a recent claim by the organisation Call It Out that there is mounting statistical evidence demonstrating that Irish Catholics face systemic discrimination in Scotland. This is entirely wrong. If we consider the major sources of statistical evidence over the past 20 years hate crime figures, attitudes surveys, the Scottish Household Survey, the Census we find a very different picture. In these key sources the patterns are unmistakable: what differences we find between the major religious groupings are very small and the profile of Scotlands Catholics is exceptionally similar to that of the largest Protestant group, that of the Church of Scotland. Such sources demonstrate unequivocally that there is little or no difference in the occupational profiles of Catholics, Protestants, or the irreligious. Whilst across Scotland as a whole Catholics are more likely to live in areas of high deprivation when we look at individual local authority areas that relationship disappears in almost every part of Scotland there are no statistically significant relationships between religion and area deprivation. In other words, it is the historic concentration of Scottish Catholics in the post-industrial central belt that makes them appear to the too-casual observer to be more deprived. In fact, in places like Glasgow or Lanarkshire, West Lothian or Eilean Siar, Catholics are no more, nor no less, likely than their Protestant or secularised neighbours to live in deprived areas. This longstanding Catholic urban concentration a very strong underlying area effect feeds into other issues, such as the health differentials amongst older groups and the apparent disparity in the religious make-up of Scotlands prison population. READ MORE: Andy Maciver: Rangers treat George Square rioters as their target audience. They are not they are the enemy within As ever headline figures need careful and rigorous unpacking. Further, Scottish Catholics who enter into a marriage or cohabiting partnership are just as likely to do so with a non-Catholic as with a fellow Catholic. The vast majority of both Catholics and Protestants describe having people of the other faith within their closest social circles. Families and friendships in Scotland are not divided by religion: they are intermixed within it. In terms of both life chances (the socio-economic outcomes people experience) and life choices (the freedom to choose friends and romantic partners), a persons religious background has largely ceased to matter in Scotland. Without such differences then there simply is no evidence for systemic discrimination. We conclude with two simple points about hate crime statistics. Call it Out, amongst others, claim they that this show Scotlands Catholics are disproportionately victims of religiously aggravated crime, and that this demonstrates that the term sectarianism is used to create a false equivalence around prejudice. Far from one side being as bad as the other, goes their claim, the problem is essentially anti-Catholicism and anti-Irish racism. Statistics on religiously aggravated offences do, on the surface, show that Catholicsism is consistently the most frequent target of sectarian abuse. In 2017-18, for example, there were 317 criminal charges aggravated by conduct derogatory towards Catholicism; and 174 towards Protestantism. We know that most of these charges relate to breach of the peace or abusive behaviour, and are disproportionately carried out by young men, at weekends, in the west of Scotland. We also know that for the most part the abusive behaviour is directed at police officers or other workers, or indeed at the world at large, rather than at specifically targeted individuals. This is a grim record of urban incivility but the disparity in numbers is less sinister than it might appear. Given the simple fact that there are fewer Catholics than Protestants in the west of Scotland, then a small proportion of both communities indulging in religiously aggravated bigotry towards the other side would quite naturally create this pattern. We would caution against simplistic analyses of sectarianism in contemporary Scotland. Sectarianism is a problem, though a declining one, but it is not one of systemic discrimination. Manufactured complaints of false equivalence are unhelpful, not least since it is clear that the expression of hateful religious bigotry goes in any number of directions against Catholics, against Protestants, against Muslims, against Jews. Our politicians and policymakers have a duty to the public to attend carefully to the evidence and to call out all forms of religious bigotry and racism. This is no time for selective hearing or interpretation. Sir Tom Devine is Professor Emeritus of Scottish History at University of Edinburgh, where Dr Michael Rosie is Senior Lecturer in Sociology is who served on the Scottish Governments Advisory Group on Tackling Sectarianism, 2012-15
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Why scientists are warning of limnic eruption in Nyiragongo?
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An aerial view shows lava flowing from the volcanic eruption of Mount Nyiragongo near Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo on May 22, 2021. [Reuters] Experts and authorities are now warning people living near Mount Nyiragongo in Eastern Congo to remain vigilant and listen to news bulletins, as the situation may change quickly. They warn of a potentially catastrophic scenario a limnic eruption that could smother the area with suffocating carbon dioxide. They say due to the volcanos proximity to Congos Lake Kivu, it could cause a limnic eruption, in which carbon dioxide dissolved in the water is released, suffocating people. Liminic eruption occurs when a body of water is sufficiently disturbed due to volcanic activities forcing it to release large volumes of the gas it contains. This comes after risks assessment at the Nyiragongo volcanos summit, revealed the presence of magna under the Goma area, with an extension under Lake Kivu because of the seismicity and ground deformation. On Friday, a cloud of black smoke was seen rising from the crater on the horizon, leading to the conclusion that the volcano is still active. Several days of aftershocks, some of them equivalent to minor earthquakes, and tremors have been reported since Saturday. Take a quick survey and help us improve our website! Take a survey According to Dr Robin George Andrews, Lake Kivu has a lot of carbon dioxide trapped with itabout 70 cubic miles worth and holds 15 cubic miles of noxious methane. He warns that should a major volcanic eruption occurs in the lake basin, both gases will pour into the shoreline suffocating anyone caught in it. If a major volcanic eruption takes place in the lakes basin, both gases could pour onto the urbanised shoreline, asphyxiating anyone caught in it, he said. A limnic eruption is a very rare natural event, disastrous effects have been recorded only two times, both times in Cameroon, 1984 at Lake Monoun, causing the death of 37 persons, and 1986 at Lake Nyos, killing over 1700 people. Fastest lava Dr Andrew, a science journalist with a PhD in Volcanology says Nyiragongos lavas is one of the fastest in the world surging at 64 kilometres per hour and could be difficult to outrun during eruptions. This, he attributed to the fact that the lava in the area lacks silica, a compound that gives most lavas some structural rigidity that stops them from flowing too quickly. With eruptions sometimes giving no clear warnings, the lava flows can ambush locals and will be dangerous, he adds. He added that under the right conditions, magma mixing with shallow bodies of water can trigger explosive blasts, a style of volcanic activity called phreatomagmatism. He says recent work has shown that in the past 12,000 years or so there have been at least 15 phreatomagmatic eruptions in the Goma area. A pedestrian walks near a crack on the road caused by earth tremors as aftershocks following the eruption of Mount Nyiragongo volcano near Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo May 26, 2021. [Reuters] Such eruptions, which can begin with little warning, can cause a lot of damage through land-excavating explosions and scorching, super-fast clouds of volcanic gas and ash. The strato-volcano spewed rivers of lava that claimed nearly three dozen lives and destroyed the homes of some 20,000 people before the eruption stopped. But for the last two days, scientists monitoring the volcano have since recorded hundreds of aftershocks. Tens of thousands of people had fled Goma after Nyiragongo erupted on Saturday night but many then returned when the eruption ended the following day. The eruption ploughed through 17 villages, destroyed hundreds of homes, killed dozens, separated hundreds of children from their families, and cut off water pipelines and power supplies. In 2002 Its last major eruption, in 2002, left hundreds of people dead and more than 120,000 homeless In 1977, Mount Nyiragongo produced the deadliest eruption in Africa after it erupted killing over 2,000 people Share this story
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Can people receiving Covid-19 vaccine die in next two years?
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Heres what health ministry says Social media is awash with fake claims about vaccination against Covid-19. One such claim attributed to a Nobel Prize winner says people who get vaccinated against the deadly virus can die in the next two years. The claim has been widely shared on different social media platforms. While medical experts and scientists have outright dismissed the claim as baseless, Pakistans Ministry of National Health Services today tweeted, No scientific research proves that people can die two years after getting vaccinated, Sharing a screenshot of the fake post, the ministry said that all vaccines go through a lengthy process of research and testing before they are administered to people. pic.twitter.com/9H9m3X9RZS Ministry of National Health Services, Pakistan (@nhsrcofficial) May 28, 2021 The claim says French virologist Luc Montagnier has confirmed that there is no chance of survival for people who have received any form of the vaccine. It then quotes him as saying: There is no hope, and no possible treatment for those who have been vaccinated already. We must be prepared to incinerate the bodies. The post adds: The scientific genius backed claims of other pre eminent [sic] virologists after studying the constituents of the vaccine. They will all die from antibody dependent enhancement. Nothing more can be said. Montagnier won the Nobel Prize for medicine in 2008 with fellow scientist Francoise Barre-Sinoussi for their work identifying the HIV virus Comments comments
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Why do we all wear them?
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We are special; we are unique, we do not resemble anyone. But I was walking in North London the other day and I crossed paths with a man in the exact same outfit. It was my fault you just cant walk around N16 in Blundstone boots, faded blue jeans, and a Carhartt overshirt and expect to see yourself rehearsed hundreds, if not thousands, of times. But still, it was a bitter pill. Our eyes met; the twins are proud to see that we didnt choose our outfits, the company did. Slave drones in the fetish matrix of work clothes. Tears in the rain. The Blundstones are quite specific to North East London, worn by designers with allotments, their toddlers, inauthentic thirties (me) and fashion gothics, but the overshirt is universal. Wherever you go in the country, youll find men in button-down overshirts and pockets going about their business. An APC overshirt at Matches Fashion FASHION MATCHES You can find them at all prices and looks, so its more than a trend. The chore jacket is almost a prerequisite for dressing. It offers the same amount of heat. He has similar shades of blue collar. I can really remember where the trend started. In the mid-2010s, you werent nobody unless you have a medium blue painters jacket. Thats when the checkered, whiskey-soaked machismo of the Lumbersexual faded, and they represented a more intellectual and scholarly variation on the theme. Same allusions to craftsmanship, less beard oil. There were entire stalls in Hackneys Broadway Market dedicated to the French painters jacket, and they were hot selling Cakes cake. Beyond what they said about you that you had a Dachshund and preferred a cold brew, in fact they were easy to wear and stylistically malleable. You can put an overshirt over a button down shirt and tie and look like a preppy man, or over a chunky mesh and look like a fisherman. They added a welcome layer of texture under a proper coat, and they had enough pockets for all of your stuff, but not to the point that you look like you have an Armageddon bunker in Norfolk. Years later, these virtues continue, but the authenticity of the overshirt has been weakened by its ubiquity. You can buy one from Primark, Loro Piana, and everywhere in between. The different brands of the H&M group each have a very specific demographics, but they all offer an overshirt of some sort. In fact, Weekday and Arket have entire sections of websites dedicated to overshirts. And then there are the likes of Uskees and Paynter, who produce only overshirts. (Based on Hackney, the latter is pictured above, and makes limited lots that sell out within minutes of release, just four times a year.) And then, of course, theres Carhartt, the radio magic work clothes. The Harry Kane of simple jackets. Oliver Spencer X Esquire Cowboy Jacket Oliver spencer I sat in the park the other day for, I think, three hours, just on a bench, people-watching, recalls Luke Walker, founder of thin shirt brand LEJ, and it was unbelievable how many people wore two overshirt pockets, open, over knitwear, under a waistcoat Whats great is that its masculine. Theyre designed to work, theyre tough, so its easier to remove them. But I see everyone wearing them. Walker hits the nail on the head, I think. The chore jacket / overshirt / shacket, as you want to call it, is appropriately manly without conveying specific tropes of masculinity. It is not an army surplus; this is not a trench coat or leather biker jacket, but is kind of tough. You can imagine Keir Starmers advisers presenting him with a rail of overshirts before an afternoon speech at Bestival. The chore coat does not say anything, its just yes. But I think we need the overshirt even more now than ten years ago. Basics of clothing (not to be confused with Homebase) are an integral part of mens fashion and the nature of dressing in general, otherwise we would be lost in a hell of choice. A white Achilles Common Projects on one foot, a Margiela Tabi mule on the other. Were always navigating thin new trends, but trends can only exist as an alternative to classics, I think there would be no need for Camden Hells without Stella Artois and overshirts have made the transition from one. to the other. A success story from Jamie Vardy. From a trend to a pillar, from a pillar to a classic, from a classic to a legend. And, yeah wow. Subscribe to Esquire now for a touch of style, fitness, culture and expert advice SUBSCRIBE This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported to this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content on piano.io
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Why is Russia Refusing to Accept Flights From The EU?
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Moscow's refusal to accept to flights from the EU bypassing Belarus is due to "technical issues," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Friday. Peskov said he expects aviation authorities to provide necessary clarifications but stressed: "These are technical issues." "There are certain points of departure and arrival in the airspace of each country," he said. Peskov said planes "are asking to enter at different points that are absolutely not coordinated, and therefore technical problems arise." On whether this issue will affect Russian and EU relations, Peskov said he did not see any problem in that regard as there are already enough problems between the two parties. On Sunday, a Ryanair Boeing 737-8AS flight from Athens to the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius, landed in the Belarusian capital, Minsk, due to a bomb threat, and Roman Protasevich, a journalist wanted for his involvement in "terrorism incidents," was detained. Protasevich is the founder of a social media news channel, which reportedly played a major role in protests last summer in Minsk that demanded the resignation of Alexander Lukashenko after he was awarded a sixth term in a presidential election. EU leaders issued a statement after a summit on Monday that condemned the forced landing of the Ryanair flight in Minsk and the detention of Pratasevich and his partner. They also agreed to apply sanctions against Belarus and to ban aviation above the countrys airspace. Russian authorities on Friday denied entry to two European airlines, Austrian Airlance and Air France, that were planning to avoid Belarusian airspace. This article has been adapted from its original source.
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Did each of these 20 players ever score a goal whilst on loan at Nottingham Forest?
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Nottingham Forest are gearing up for a busy summer in the transfer market. Its going to be Chris Hughtons first summer in charge of the club and that means that hes going to want to put his stamp on things. A number of players are likely to leave the club this summer, meaning that there could be some new faces at the City Ground next term. Finances could be tight which means that free transfers and loan deals could be a preference for Hughton an avenue which has served the club well in seasons gone by. Have a go of our quiz and test yourself! 1 of 20 Aaron Ramsey Yes No
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Did Prince really write Sinead O'Connor's Nothing Compares 2 U?
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In terms of the song itself, Prince originally wrote it for his side project, The Family, and it was included on The Familys album of 1985. Sinead covered the song in 1989, without Princes involvement, which seemed to cause problems between them. Her version was hugely famous, with Billboard naming it the Number One World Single at their first-ever Billboard Music Awards. Advertisements However, Sinead has opened up about her relationship with Prince, even alleging they had a punch-up on one occasion. She told NRK in 2014: I did meet [Prince] a couple of times. We didnt get on at all. In fact, we had a punch-up. Author: This post originally appeared on Daily Express :: Entertainment Feed
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How Risky Is Ocugen?
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Ocugen (NASDAQ:OCGN) wowed investors when its stock soared as much as 763% from the start of the year to its peak in February. It's given up some gains, but the stock has still posted a healthy 300% increase year to date. The biotech company partnered with India's Bharat Biotech to co-market Bharat's close-to-market COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S. Now, Ocugen is moving a step closer to bringing that potential product -- Covaxin -- to people's arms. The company plans to submit its request for emergency use authorization (EUA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in June. Let's find out. 45% of vaccine profits First, a little background. Ocugen may have surprised some when it entered the vaccine race. That's because the company specializes in gene therapy for eye diseases. Ocugen plans on beginning its first clinical trials in that area this year. Meanwhile, the company's collaboration with Bharat could represent an early revenue source -- if the FDA authorizes Covaxin and if the U.S. orders doses. As part of the deal with Bharat, Ocugen keeps 45% of the profits. Bharat is conducting a phase 3 trial in India, and so far, the data show Covaxin is 78% effective in the prevention of COVID-19. It's 100% effective against severe disease. News this past week may have worried some investors. The FDA updated its industry guidance for the issuance of EUAs. During the rest of the pandemic, the FDA "may decline to review and process further EUA requests other than those for vaccines whose developers have engaged in an ongoing manner with the agency." I don't expect this to impact Ocugen. The company has been in contact with the FDA for months. And it even submitted a master file regarding Covaxin in late March. So far, all sounds positive. But here's my concern. And it's a big one. It's unclear exactly how Ocugen may carve out market share in the U.S. This is the only market where Ocugen can benefit from Covaxin sales. That means success here is crucial. First of all, the U.S. has already purchased enough vaccine doses from earlier-to-market rivals Pfizer and Moderna to cover nearly the entire population. In fact, the government has already started donating extra doses to other countries. In this context, it seems unlikely the U.S. will order more vaccine doses for this year. Of course, there's always next year. Even then, it may be difficult. The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines both have shown strong efficacy. The U.S. may choose to continue ordering primarily from these leaders. For Ocugen to succeed, Covaxin probably will have to stand out in some way. Ocugen has mentioned Covaxin's performance against variants. And Bharat plans to soon begin Covaxin trials in kids. But here, too, Pfizer and Moderna are a step ahead. They're working on booster candidates to address new variants. Pfizer expects to report booster data in July. And Moderna says its booster may be available by fall. Both companies also are testing their vaccines on kids and teens. The FDA recently granted Pfizer authorization for use of its vaccine in those ages 12 through 15. So, for Covaxin to stand out against variants or as a vaccine for kids it will have to significantly beat the performance of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. And betting on that right now is risky. It's possible the FDA will authorize Covaxin. And if that happens, Ocugen shares could head higher. But, as mentioned above, I'm concerned about what happens next. For Ocugen shares to maintain gains and move higher over the long term, the company must find its place in the U.S. market. That may be difficult. And that's why I consider shares of this biotech player a very risky bet right now.
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Is Cara Therapeutics a Buy for Summer 2021?
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Cara Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CARA) is an aspiring biotech company that seeks to combat an extremely common, yet under-the-radar, medical condition -- itchiness. Its efforts hit a stumbling block late last month, however, with the release of not-so-impressive clinical results for its sole drug candidate. The stock, which had more than doubled since the beginning of October, saw virtually all of those gains vaporized in a matter of days. Betting on small-cap biotechs ahead of clinical data releases is probably one of the riskiest investment strategies out there. Concerning Korsuva results Cara Therapeutics is a textbook development-stage biotech company with no product revenue, $228.3 million in cash, and a net loss of $23.3 million per quarter. Its only pipeline candidate is Korsuva, a k-opioid receptor (KOR) agonist targeting KORs in the peripheral nervous system and immune cells to combat pruritus -- a.k.a. itching. Korsuva is being tested as a treatment to alleviate the itching common in patients with severe/chronic kidney disease, as well as those with atopic dermatitis, chronic liver disease, and the nerve disorder notalgia paresthetica. The drug is being administered in an oral formulation for all of those indications except the first, where it is being delivered via injection. On April 29, Cara Therapeutics announced that Korsuva had failed to hit its primary endpoints in a phase 2 clinical trial among atopic dermatitis patients at week 12. The company says it's still going to advance the program, as the drug did demonstrate efficacy in an interim analysis. When a candidate drug's results follow that pattern, though, it's usually because it has a marginal treatment benefit that dissipates with time. Hence, there is the risk that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may not accept the company's proposals for a phase 3 clinical trial in this indication. Phase 2 studies for other indications are still in their early days. A data readout for Korsuva in patients with chronic liver disease is due in the second half of 2021. Meanwhile, clinical trials of Korsuva for use in patients with severe chronic kidney disease have already finished and are waiting for regulatory review. In the study conducted by Cara Therapeutics and its partner, Vifor Fresenius Medical Care Renal Pharma, 52% of patients with moderate to severe kidney disease who were on dialysis reported at least a 3-point improvement on a scale measuring itchiness (which is subjective) after week 12. The scale ranges from 0 to 10. Those results are not as impressive as they might appear. For starters, 42% of patients with the condition reported similar levels of improvement after taking a placebo. There were also slightly higher incidences of diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, dizziness, and falling in the treatment group. Keep in mind, as well, that this study involved Korsuva as an injection and is applied to a very narrow indication. I think the kidney disease study results for Korsuva largely reinforce the theory that the drug offers small to negligible benefits to patients, as well as some potential downsides. Additionally, the drug is being given orally in all the other studies. That means even less absorption, and thus, less efficacy. Overall, given the drug's questionable clinical results and niche indications, biotech investors should probably look elsewhere for better opportunities.
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Will it be Kekana or someone else who lifts the league trophy for Sundowns?
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Mamelodi Sundowns co-coach Manqoba Mngqithi has time and time reiterated that Hlompho Kekana remains the skipper of the side, but what puts the spanner in the works is that the 36-year-old has been much of a spectator than a footballer this season, at least by his usual standards. ALSO READ: Kekana unhappy with lack of game time at Sundowns The Masandawana captain, who has lifted every title for Sundowns since 2016, is accustomed to averaging no fewer than 30 games per season for the last seven campaigns across all competitions, but in this particular season, he has fallen down the pecking order behind the likes of Andile Jali, Rivaldo Coetzee, Sphelele Mkhulise and Lebohang Maboe. While he was up on the stands, Ricardo Nascimento and Mosa Lebusa have been passing on the armband among themselves, with Lebusa doing some media responsibility in the Caf Champions League, representing the club as its captain. Perhaps the rationale was that Kekana was not in the squad for the games against Al-Ahly. Kekana, you see, is a humble man. Either one of two things could happen. If he doesnt play the match, as that has been the case for most of the campaign, either Lebusa or Nascimento will skipper the side. And on a couple of occasions, Kekana would come off the bench and refuse to take the armband from whoever had it wrapped around his arm. I remember a game against AmaZulu when he came on, Nascimento was captain, and when Kekana stepped in, he rightfully tried to hand over the strap to Kekana, who humbly gestured its okay, keep it on. In the case of hoisting the trophy up in the air, Kekana could actually pass on that responsibility to either Nascimento or Lebusa, unless if it is agreed up that as club skipper, he should lift the trophy regardless of his involvement. In 2012 when Chelsea won the Uefa Champions League, vice captain Frank Lampard lifted the big-ears silverware instead of captain John Terry who did not play on the night. In this case, time will tell.
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What role will Princess Anne play in Prince Charles new monarchy?
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The video will auto-play soon 8 Cancel GET THE LATEST NEWS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTY IN YOUR INBOX Invalid Email Something went wrong, please try again later. SIGN UP Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy notice Prince Charles reportedly wants a 'slimmed down' monarchy when he takes the throne. This could see official royal duties performed by just a handful of royals, with other members of The Firm set to be weaned off public money including Prince Harry, and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. The Queen revealed her new team of eight senior royals at Christmas last year, and its understood Charles will follow suit when hes king. Royal experts say the Prince of Wales new monarchy will consist of just Charles, Camilla, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex, and Princess Anne, with some members adopting new titles to reflect their new positions. And, according to a royal expert, Princess Anne will continue to have a leading role in The Firm when her brother becomes king. Anne is recognised as the hardest working royal; no stranger to official duties having recently been praised by the Queen for carrying out 12 visits in just four days. She has also been credited for her role in helping to 'mend' the monarchy following Prince Harry's latest attacks on The Firm. Royal Editor Robert Jobson told Australian breakfast show Sunrise: Prince Charles has always said that he wants a slimmed-down Royal Family. "With him and Camilla as the heads, and then focusing on Prince William and his family. "That really is going to be it. "Naturally, I think Princess Anne will continue in a role." Mr Jobson continued: "She's very deeply respected around the world. While the Prince of Wales will be making some big changes once he ascends the throne, hes not going to start taking away titles. Princess Anne was granted the title of Princess Royal by the Queen when she was 36, and its understood she wont be stripped of this title when her mother relinquishes her position. The Princess Royal title is one which remains for life, so as long as Princess Anne is a member of the royal family she will continue to be known as such. Only two years apart in age, Charles and Anne reportedly have a close bond which will likely be strengthened when Charles becomes monarch. Despite being different in character the pair have been caught joking together at royal events. Theyve have lived near each other in Gloucestershire since getting married and their children, Prince William, Prince Harry, Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall are said to have been very close as cousins. More recently, Charles and Anne stood side by side as they led the ceremonial procession behind their father's coffin at Prince Phillip's funeral.
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https://www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/what-role-princess-anne-play-5466411
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What time and TV channel is Benetton v Connacht on today in the Rainbow Cup?
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Sign up to our FREE newsletter Invalid Email Something went wrong, please try again later. Yes please! Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy notice Connacht travel to Benetton in Rainbow Cup action looking to make it eight wins in a row against the Italians. Andy Friend's side are in must-win territory tonight and will do themselves and others chasing a big favour with a win. The match takes place in Treviso on Saturday, May 29. The action gets under way at 5.15 pm. Eir Sport 1 will show the clash live from 5.10 pm. You can also follow updates with The Irish Mirror's live blog. Benetton team Jayden Hayward; Edoardo Padovani, Ignacio Brex, Marco Zanon, Monty Ioane; Paolo Garbisi, Dewaldt Duvenage (capt); Thomas Gallo, Corniel Els, Marco Riccioni; Niccol Cannone, Federico Ruzza; Sebastian Negri, Michele Lamaro, Toa Halafihi. Replacements: Gianmarco Lucchesi, Ivan Nemer, Filippo Alongi, Irn Herbst, Manuel Zuliani, Marco Barbini, Callum Braley, Ratuva Tavuyara. Connacht team John Porch; Peter Sullivan, Bundee Aki, Tom Daly, Alex Wootton; Conor Fitzgerald, Kieran Marmion; Denis Buckley, Shane Delahunt, Finlay Bealham; Niall Murray, Ultan Dillane; Cian Prendergast, Jarrad Butler (capt), Paul Boyle. Replacements: Dave Heffernan, Paddy McAllister, Dominic Robertson-McCoy, Oisn Dowling, Abraham Papalii, Caolin Blade, Jack Carty, Sammy Arnold. Quotes corner Connacht coach Pete Wilkins: There are different strategies you can take to take the chaos out of the game One of them is to kick long, or as long as you can, and try to squeeze the opposition with a good kick chase. But that previous game(Connachts 19-17 win in Italy in February) showed that Benetton often kick it back longer and you dont end up reversing the pressure or momentum too much. You can certainly look to kick the ball off the field and look to pressure teams at the set-piece, that was something, again, that was in our gameplan going there previously. But their lineout actually functioned much better than it had done in the previous weeks, prior to playing us. There are different ways to look at it, in terms of how you control the field position. As I said, we tried a couple of things that day that didnt quite get the rewards that we were after, so well have to look at it possibly a little bit differently with possibly varied techniques going into this one, in terms of how we use the ball. Betting odds Benetton win: 7/5 Connacht win: 4/7 Draw: 17/1
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https://www.irishmirror.ie/sport/rugby-union/what-time-tv-channel-benetton-24210424
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Does a Thirty-Year-Old Virgin Need Counseling?
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Hey Trinity, At fourteen I suffered from a colonic disease and had something attached to my side that I was shy about. Its gone now, but at 30 Im still a virgin. I recently decided to explore dating ads and websites, but Im still nervous. Yours, Thirty And Ready, Oklahoma City, OK Hey Ready, Everyone should try counseling at least once in his or her life. With counseling you get support, education, compassion, insight into your fears and you get some great second opinions. Most importantly, counseling teaches socialization skills and techniques you need to bring you up to speed emotionally, physically and sexually. So sweetie, DONT waste any more time doing it alone, I mean being a virgin alone, I mean, well, you know what I mean. Kisses, Trin. Dear Trinity, Sometimes life has too many apples to choose from. The Good/Bad Apple, Atlanta, GA Dear Apple, As with Adam and Eve, you have to decide whether to taste the apple and then how to deal with the outcome of your decisions. Either way you always have to do something so that something happens. Yet for all your decisions, use intuition. And for all the wrong decisions trust that great decisions will come from them. Also remember darling, dont waste time wasting time in the garden, just LIVE! Hello Trinity, Im in love with my best friend. He also has feelings for me. Yours, Friends and Feelings, Panama City, FL Hello FF, This dilemma is as common as wanting to touch a stove to see if its hot. Some people are willing to get burned, and some are boring, I mean, too afraid or too practical to take risks. I say never be afraid and when all else fails, ditch your fears and follow your intuition. Now, honey pie, if someone doesnt try something soon no one will even get hot, never mind burned! Love, Trinity Dearest Trinity, My girlfriend always gets on my case about saying the wrong thing. She says I shouldve just said nothing! So heres: Trinitys Unforgettable Tips for When to Say Nothing (SN) When you catch your roommate masturbating in a dark closet, SN. When your very drunk lover slips you a few hundred bucks cause, I (burp) luv ya, SN. When you and your partner have a big fight and she says, I need a few minutes, besides saying, no problem also SN. When the cop says, If you say another word, youre under arrest, SN. When your best friends mother dies and hes uncontrollably crying in your arms, let him cry, rub his head and SN. When youre given free food, admission and/or drinks by the flirtatious host, besides, thank you, SN. When the medical marijuana clinic gives you two edibles for the price of one, SN. When your very old and very wealthy dying grandmother at the restaurant table begins stuffing her purse with sugar packets, bread, butter and maybe a fork, SN. When your boyfriend spills his guts about whats not working in the relationship, let him talk and SN till hes done. When the man of your dreams suddenly plasters a wet kiss on your lips then says, Sorry, I thought you were someone else! SN. With a Masters of Divinity, Reverend Trinity hosted Spiritually Speaking, a weekly radio drama performed globally, and is now minister of sponsor, WIG: Wild Inspirational Gatherings, wigministries.org, Gay Spirituality for the Next Generation! Learn more at telltrinity.com. Send emails to: [email protected]. Join us: This story is made possible with the help of qnotes contributors. If youd like to show your support so qnotes can provide more news, features and opinion pieces like this, give a regular or one-time donation today.
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https://goqnotes.com/70368/does-a-thirty-year-old-virgin-need-counseling/
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Do animals hug each other?
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COVID-19 interrupted one of life's most familiar acts: the warm, enveloping comfort of a hug. The pandemic taught us many things, some more important than others but one of those is just how much many of us rely on these embraces for a sense of reassurance, consolation and calm. To answer that, first we have to define exactly what we mean by "hug." From a subjective human standpoint, of course, a hug happens when someone wraps their arms around someone else. Naturally, this restricts hugging to animals with arms and those are mainly primates, like us. This quickly reveals that, while we might see hugs as a uniquely human trait, hugging is actually just as prominent in the lives of nonhuman primates. Comfort and consolation Take, for example, bonobos (Pan paniscus), which are often described as the peace-loving hippies of the primate world. These primates have been a lifelong subject of study for Zanna Clay, a comparative and developmental psychologist and primatologist at Durham University in the United Kingdom. Clay studies social interactions among bonobos, and much of her observational work takes place at a sanctuary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for bonobos whose lives have been disrupted by hunting. At this sanctuary, it's common to see troops of infants obsessively clinging to one another as they walk around in tandem. "You have quite a lot of young orphans who need quite a lot of reassurance, and they do what we call the 'hug walk': They hug together and walk along in a little train," Clay told Live Science. Clay says that this behavior is more common in the sanctuary than it would be in the wild possibly because bonobos are also exposed to embraces from their human caregivers but it still does occur in bonobos' natural lives. In fact, this behavior probably has roots in the maternal behavior of female bonobos, which cradle their infants when they are small. Researchers have observed that this hugging behavior is most common in young bonobos and typically occurs after a bonobo has experienced conflict or stress. Often, in these cases, a distressed bonobo will stretch out its arms in a beseeching gesture, and another bonobo will dramatically rush toward the squealing infant and encircle it in a tight embrace. "A bonobo might request [a hug], so they will seek someone out and sort of ask for help, or somebody might offer them one," Clay said. Two bonobo juveniles hug each other at Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary. (Image credit: Anup Shah via Getty Images) It's difficult to judge animal emotions, but the evidence points to the likelihood that hugging reassures these primates, just as it does humans, Clay said. Intriguingly, in some of her previous research , Clay and her colleagues discovered that orphaned bonobos were less likely to offer sympathetic hugs to distressed peers, compared with young bonobos that had been reared by their mothers. This might indicate the importance of parental care in laying the foundation for this social gesture in primates, Clay said. Bonobos may be particularly fond of a good cuddle, but the maternal roots of this embrace make this behavior common across many other primate species. In many of these species, mothers hold their infants closely for extended periods of their infancy. For instance, chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) bonobos' close relatives are also known to embrace . This is especially notable in tense situations such as "border patrols," when chimps rove around to assert their presence and protect their territories, Clay said. "If they hear a predator, or another chimpanzee group, or something scary, that's when you'll see them touching each other and holding on to each other," Clay said. The hug seems to function as reassurance in the face of danger, Clay added another relatable feature for humans, who typically reach for one another when afraid. In the case of crested black macaques (Macaca nigra), which live in Indonesia, hugging comes with an added flourish: These monkeys request hugs by audibly smacking their lips an invitation that's not reserved for family but extended generously to other members of the troop. In addition, young orangutans have been observed rushing to hug each other when confronted with the threat of a snake , thus emphasizing the hug's apparently reassuring role in times of stress or fear. And in another macaque species, the Tonkean macaque (Macaca tonkeana), researchers have discovered that consoling hugs are plentiful after a fight and may even be accompanied by a kiss. Proactive peacekeeping Most research on hugging in primates focuses on its assumed role in reassuring and consoling others which makes sense, because this mirrors what hugs mean to humans. But research on the lives of spider monkeys reveals a different reason primates engage in these seemingly affectionate displays. Filippo Aureli is an ethologist someone who studies animal behavior and is affiliated with both the Universidad Veracruzana in Mexico and Liverpool John Moores University in the United Kingdom; he studies how spider monkeys use hugging not to recover from conflict but rather to prevent it. In research based on weeks of observing spider monkeys in the tropical forests of Mexico's Yucatn Peninsula, he discovered that these primates approach each other and embrace more in scenarios in which tensions threaten to boil over into conflict for instance, when two unfamiliar monkey subgroups meet after a long time apart and fuse to form a larger troop. "The embrace is done by individuals that have a problematic relationship," said Aureli, who is an editor on a book about conflict resolution in animals . "They may need to be together, and they may need to cooperate but they are not best friends. And so, the embrace is a way to send a signal and really manage that conflicted relationship." He explained that because an embrace involves a high degree of vulnerability after all, one animal is fully exposing its body to another this "helps to clarify, 'Hey, I come with good intentions.'" It's possible that hugging as a means of proactive damage control occurs in other primates, as well. But currently, spider monkeys are the best-studied example of this aspect of the behavior, Aureli said. He described their embraces as "preemptive peacemaking," and his study even suggests that humans could learn a thing or two from these careful creatures about how to manage conflict. "It's much better to prevent than to repair," Aureli said. Spider monkeys, including one cradling a baby, sit on a log. "At the end of the day, we are primates, and affiliative contact is a superimportant component of our social life," Clay said. "So, to me, there's obvious continuity in some of the functions of embracing and hugging with humans." As in nonhuman primates, being held and embraced by our parents in our infancy sets us up for the reassuring, consoling function that hugs play in our lives. According to Clay, the one notable difference between our hugs and those of our primate kin is that humans seem to have layered more social symbolism onto the embrace. "I think the difference is that with humans, it's become a kind of conventionalized greeting or parting gesture," Clay said. "Apes don't tend to do that." Beyond primates Of course, we have to be careful not to assume that hugging looks the same in other species as it does in humans. Hugs in primates are easy to identify because they look like ours, but other species may have hugs that appear different. "If we identify the function of a hugging embrace, then really, the form could be completely different maybe less fascinating for us as humans, because we don't recognize it," Aureli said. "But it could basically fulfill the same role." Primate studies indicate that embraces function to bond, reassure, console and make peace, but hugs could have myriad analogues in other animals. For example, horses groom one another, and studies reveal that this activity decreases their heart rates a hallmark of comfort and calm. Researchers have observed that if the prairie vole (Microtus ochrogaster) detects signs of distress in its mate, it will rush over and rapidly start grooming the mate's fur ; researchers have interpreted this behavior as a possible act of consolation. In birds, preening between pairs is thought to increase social bonds . Lions (Panthera leo) rub heads and nuzzle , which is believed to boost their social connections. Hundreds of other mammal species lean against, nestle and huddle with one another to provide comfort and warmth, or to form a united front against danger which might play a similar role to the steadying hug we see in primates. Meanwhile, dolphins seem to display a kind of consoling peacemaking behavior: Studies show that these cetaceans are more likely to engage in reconciliatory activities after a conflict for instance, giving each other a flipper rub, or gently towing each other through the water, like an apologetic piggyback. So, after the separation and stress brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, we might take heart in knowing that what humans know as a hug could have many equivalents in our fellow animals. All around the world, there are animals carrying out small acts of comfort and consolation, and making difficult situations a bit easier for one another. That thought is almost as comforting as a big, cozy hug itself. Originally published on Live Science.
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https://www.livescience.com/do-other-animals-hug.html
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What Will Be The Growth Rate Of Emergency Medical Serviceems Software Market During 2021-2027?
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Who is Sophie Wise and who is she dating?
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COMEDIAN Mo Gilligan is set to feature on the panel of new ITV gameshow The Masked Dancer. The funnyman is rumoured to be dating actress Sophie Wise. Here's everything you need to know about Mo's reported flame. Sophie Wise is a British actress who has starred in a number of TV dramas and films. Very little is know about Sophie's life away from the screen, but the actress began her career in 2002 when she featured in American drama film The Emperor's Club. Sophie has also had brief spells in BBC medical dramas Holby City and Doctors. In 2018, comedian Mo Gilligan revealed he was in a relationship with Sophie. Mo and Sophie are rumoured to still be in a long-term relationship, but no further details have been disclosed since Mo announced the pair were an item three years ago. The former retail assistant has kept his relationship with Sophie out of the public eye, with no reference to Sophie at all on any of his social media channels. Mo, 33, rose to fame after uploading short comedy sketches online which went viral on Twitter and Instagram. Mo started to tour the comedy circuit whilst continuing with his day job, before becoming successful enough to launch a full-time comedy career in 2017. In 2019, he was awarded a BAFTA for Entertainment Performance in recognition of his work on his own Channel 4 show, The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan. Sophie made her debut on the screen when she played Brunette in the 2002 American film The Emperor's Club. The actress had a two month spell on Hollyoaks in 2015, where she played troubled character Carly who was under witness protection. Sophie had a spell on BBC daytime soap Doctors in 2016, and on long-running hospital drama Holby City in 2019. She has also featured in the three-part BBC crime drama Rillington Place, where she was cast as Brenda in the 2016 series.
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https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/15098398/who-is-sophie-wise-dating-mo-gilligan/
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Is there moral equivalency between Hamas and Israel?
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Roger B. Baskin Guest Columnist Some cable news networks, especially MSNBC have been portraying moral equivalency between the terrorist group Hamas and Israel. The answer is there is no moral equivalency between terrorists groups and democracies who defend themselves against terrorist groups. It is a literal case of good vs evil. The facts are that Hamas has launched 3,500 rockets into the population areas of Israel with the intent of killing civilians. Hamas launches its rockets from dense population areas in order to use civilians as hostages. Israel has every right to defend itself against terrorists. Israel goes to great lengths to avoid civilian deaths. If Israel wanted to kill civilians, tens of thousands not hundreds of civilians in Gaza would have been killed. Israel protects its civilians with rockets. Hamas is protecting their rockets with its civilians. That is the fundamental moral difference between Hamas and Israel. Some have referred to Gaza as occupied territory. Israel does not occupy Gaza. Israel left Gaza in 2005. Another misconception is that the Palestinians have never been offered their own state. The Palestinians have repeatedly been offered an independent state. They have repeatedly turned it down because they won't agree to live in peaceful coexistence with Israel. The problems in the Middle East is not a land dispute. If it were, the problem would have been solved in a few months, several decades ago. In 2001, President Bill Clinton completed a deal which Israel agreed to which would have given the Palestinians 95% of what they wanted. They turned down the deal. The truth is that the Palestinians leaders do not want to live in peaceful co-existence with Israel. Hamas in its charter calls for the destruction of Israel and the killing of all Jews around the world. These are not people of peace. MSNBC and other media outlets are doing a grave disservice by portraying moral equivalency between Israel and Hamas. They are encouraging Hamas and other terrorist groups to engage in terrorists attacks with the belief that they will receive positive press on MSNBC and other media outlets. This needs to stop. These press agencies need to be more accurate in their reporting. Roger B. Baskin lives in Milford.
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https://www.milforddailynews.com/story/opinion/2021/05/29/there-no-moral-equivalency-exists-between-terrorists-and-democracies/7421408002/
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Is the canal in Offaly town suitable for swimming?
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Questions have been raised over the suitability of the canal in Tullamore for swimming. Cllr Tony McCormack has asked Offaly County Council to test the water quality of the Grand Canal in Tullamore. The Fianna Fail councillor made the request at the monthly meeting of Tullamore Municipal District after it was reported that due to staff changes in the HSE the council has taken over the sampling of small private water schemes. Cllr McCormack said he was a member of the triathlon club and they have used the canal for swimming since Covid. "Could you sample the water for us to tell us if it's safe for bathing?" he asked. "We used to use Lilliput, but the water quality there is not good. It would be great if the council could sample it once a month," he said. Responding, John McNally, senior executive engineer with the water section of Offaly County Council said: "Initially I thought it shouldn't be an issue to take a sample but when you said on a monthly basis it may have changed the goalposts slightly. I will look into it," he added.
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https://www.offalyexpress.ie/news/home/637287/is-the-canal-in-offaly-town-suitable-for-swimming.html
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Which fish will survive climate change?
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The stickleback fish can survive under a wide range of temperatures and are found in both fresh and marine water in the temperate region of the Northern Hemisphere With climate change accelerating species degradation, animals race for survival. As the planet grows grimmer, species that adapt to climate change have a higher chance of survival. Researchers from McGill University, Canada, have observed that the threespine stickleback fish (Gasterosteus aculeatus) can adapt to climatic changes fast. Their study is likely to help scientists predict which animals are likely to survive climate change. The modern version of Darwin's idea of evolution by natural selection posits that organisms with genes that favour survival and reproduction will tend to leave more offspring than their peers, causing the genes to increase in frequency over generations. As a result, populations become adapted or better-suited to their environments over time, says lead author Alan Garcia-Elfring in a release. He is a PhD scholar at the Canada Research Chair of Biodiversity Science at McGill University. The results were published recently in Molecular Ecology. Also Read Climate change shrinks marine life richness near equator: study The stickleback fish can survive under a wide range of temperatures and are found in both fresh and marine water in the temperate region of the Northern Hemisphere. Using genome sequencing, the researchers examined six populations of threespine stickleback to study the natural selection of the species. We sequenced 'pools', which means that instead of sequencing DNA of individuals, we combine the DNA from individuals from a population and then sequence, says Garcia-Elfring in an email to The Hindu. Apart from adapting to seasonal changes the stickleback fish's ability to dwell in both sea and freshwater results in genetic changes of the species which helps them to cope with climate change. These genetic changes occurred in independent populations over a single season, highlighting just how quickly the effects of natural selection can be detected, he adds. Also Read Warming oceans may cause sharks to be born smaller, exhausted and undernourished The findings are important because they suggest that we may be able to use the genetic differences that evolved in the past as a way to predict how populations may adapt to environmental stressors like climate change in the future, he added. When asked about the chances of any other animal surviving climate change, Garcia-Elfring says that many other species will survive the climate change but having a large spatial distribution likely helps.
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https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/which-fish-will-survive-climate-change/article34675677.ece
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Could something like the Ryanair incident of May 16 occur in Indian airspace?
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Ryanair is a low-cost airline. On May 16, 2021, a Greece to Lithuania Ryanair flight was diverted to the Belarusian capital, Minsk, and two passengers were detained. (Image: Reuters) On May 16, a Ryanair flight from Greece to Lithuania was forcibly diverted to the Belarus capital Minsk. While the civil aircraft was flying through Belarus airspace, a fighter jet was sent to intercept it, claiming that there was a bomb threat on the aircraft. Once the plane landed in Minsk, all the bags onboard were checked but no bomb was found. All passengers except two - Belarusian journalist Roman Protasevich and his girlfriend - were allowed to board the aircraft which continued its journey to Lithuania. Protasevich faces charges related to his reporting of last August's disputed election and subsequent crackdown on mass opposition protests in Belarus, and has said he fears the death penalty after being placed on a terrorism list. According to a former Indian representative to the Council of International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), from a cursory glance at what appeared in the media, the incident appears to be unique, complex, not easy to understand, and intriguing in the history of civil aviation. This representative adds that the entire event can be viewed and analyzed under the lens of Public International Law on Civil Aviation and the Chicago Convention of 1944. Interestingly, such an incident has never before been seen or envisaged in aviation history, or under the framework of Chicago Convention and its related international treaties. This is where the complexities raised by the incident surface. Commenting on the provisions in the Chicago Convention, some experts say that every state is within its rights to ask the commander of a civil aircraft to land at a designated airport if the aircraft is flying in the countrys air space without authorization or for purposes inconsistent with the Convention. Other experts mention several other violations of the Chicago Convention in the Ryanair incident which says that every signatory state recognizes that it must refrain from using a weapon against civil aircraft in flight, and, in an interception, the lives of people on board the aircraft must not be endangered. It is important to recognize that normally a civilian aircraft is scrambled by military fighters only after it fails to obey the command or deviates from the designated path and is declared a rogue aircraft. If this was the case in the Ryanair flight, at least the media reports do not point in this direction. The Ryanair case is unprecedented, but it does raise some concerns for countries across the globe, including India. Sukun Chandele, partner, Mind Legal, a Delhi-based law firm, says that the Indian government does have the power to intercept an aircraft in this manner. However, the provisions clearly say that this should only be used as a last resort. The assumption here is that the interception and instruction to land would not be mala fide. But if this last resort is adopted as abuse of power, then that would surely be illegal and invite serious national and international repercussions, Chandele says. Dinesh Pednekar, partner, ELP (Economic Laws Practice), agrees. He points out that diversion of an aircraft for the purposes of arresting a dissenting passenger/citizen has not been provided for under any Indian legislation. Pednekar adds that if any state wishes to make an arrest, it must look at extradition treaties and other reciprocatory agreements, and seek the intervention of international, cross-border agencies like the Interpol. He adds that ICAO issued a manual ICAO recommendations and provisions relating to interception of Civil Aircraft, which provides the circumstances under which interception of a civil aircraft is permitted, such as where it is suspected that an aircraft is engaged in an illegal flight and/or transportation of illicit goods or persons. These conventions/manuals clearly provide the broad parameters within which a States sovereign right to cause diversion/interception of an aircraft can be exercised. Diversion of an aircraft to arrest a government dissident would fall outside the ambit of any of the limitations prescribed in the Chicago Convention, and as such could not be undertaken. Chandele adds that if there is abuse of power or procedural abuse like officials fabricating information or evidence regarding a bomb on a plane only to get the plane to land so they can arrest a particular person, then an FIR can be registered by the police against the concerned officials on a complaint for offences such as furnishing false information under the Indian Penal Code. If found guilty the concerned officials may face imprisonment as well, he adds. Chandele says that the government per se cannot be penalized. However, if people in the government are found to be guilty, they could be liable to face consequences under the law. (A)Writ petition may be filed before the Supreme Court or the concerned High Court under the Constitution. Under the Montreal Convention 1971, any person who commits an offence by unlawfully and intentionally communicating information which he knows to be false, thereby endangering safety of an aircraft in flight can be held responsible. India has ratified the convention and this provision has been adopted, Chandele points out. Mohit Kapoor, Universal Legal, gives a different perspective when he says that the Air Passengers Association of India's website does not include the right of passengers to be compensated. Neither is there any mention of passenger compensation in the Anti-Hijacking Act, 2016. Kapoor adds that in India, the Carriage by Air Act, 1972 governs passenger compensation in the event of air accidents during international carriage. Following Indias accession to the Montreal Convention, the law has been amended to provide greater liability and increased compensation by air carriers. However, this is more in theory, less in reality, he says. Asked whether other passengers on the flight can sue the Indian government for compensation for mental agony and delay in reaching their destinations, Kapoor says that judicial precedent in India on this issue is weak. Typically, compensation, when meted out, is 'too little, too late', as is evidenced in the 1999 Kandahar hijacking case where passengers were given a compensation of Rs 1 lakh each almost nine years after the incident and the more recent 2017 Jet Airways hijacking where passengers were compensated a measly Rs25,000 for the misery suffered by them two years after the incident, Kapoor says.
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https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/trends/current-affairs-trends/could-something-like-the-ryanair-incident-of-may-16-occur-in-indian-airspace-6959201.html
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Will all of Turkey's churches eventually become mosques?
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The Turkish government may say it is not their intention to convert all former Christian churches into mosques, but make no doubt about it: Islamization in Turkey is gaining momentum and the possibility that one day all churches will indeed be mosques in the country cannot be completely ruled out. Take for example the museum formerly known as Chora Monastery, home to the famous Church of the Holy Savior, which is now being used for Muslim worship and called the Kariye Mosque. The monastery was built in AD 534 and was then converted into a mosque in 1511 - suffering the same fate as the Hagia Sophia after the occupation of Constantinople. Chora Monastery remained as a mosque for 434 years before being converted into a museum in 1945 by the authorities. The conversion into mosques of these museums that were once churches is a departure from the legacy of Kemal Ataturk by President Erdogan, and is possibly retribution for the conversion of mosques into churches in Europe. Erdogan's actions could also be read as an attack on Patriarch Bartholomew, who supported Fethullah Gulen in the failed 2016 coup. The policy of turning these one-time churches/museums into mosques has been taking place over several years in Turkey. For example, in the early 2010s, the museums located within the walls of the ancient Byzantine churches in Trabzon and Iznik were also turned into mosques by the Turkish authorities. Then in 2017, property belonging to the Syriac church was seized. With the conversion of the Chora Museum into a mosque, the increasing support of the ruling authorities for Islamization is evident once again. Perhaps this latest conversion happened because when the Hagia Sophia Museum was converted into a mosque, the Turkish authorities expected a tougher international response, but when this was not forthcoming the Turks were emboldened to go one step further. While converting the Hagia Sophia Museum into a mosque was one of the main goals of the Turkish authorities for a long time, the conversion of Monastery Chora suggests that Islamization in Turkey is gaining momentum and also gaining support from Erdogan and the ruling party. Now all the Byzantine Christian shrines-turned-museums are at risk of being turned into mosques because the decision of the Turkish State Council regarding Hagia Sophia and Chora effectively opens the way for that process. With this being the case, it is likely that the Turkish authorities will turn their attention to other former churches and start the process of converting them into mosques too in the near future. Once that happens, the already marginalized and declining Christian minority may well soon decide to leave Turkey for good as Erdogan continues his dream of leading the Islamic world and reviving the Ottoman Empire.
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https://www.christiantoday.com/article/will.all.of.turkeys.churches.eventually.become.mosques/136868.htm
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Are Yerevan residents concerned about the threat of another war?
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While politicians and social media users are anticipating an outbreak of another war in Armenia, residents of Yerevan are strolling around the city center and spending their afternoons in numerous cafes. The Presidents of Russia and France are now trying to solve the ongoing escalation between Armenia and Azerbaijani, Iran is planning to deploy troops on the border with both countries, and the US Secretary of State has already discussed the situation in the region with the Russian Foreign Minister. A number of opposition parties, leaders of various organizations, and initiatives are holding rallies and protests every day in order to help Armenia find a way out of a crisis. They all seem to be quite crowded and various sources estimate that approximately 1,000 3,000 people participate in the protests in Yerevan. In the Republic Square in front of the government building, the passions did not subside for several days. people demanded not to sign any agreements with Azerbaijan. Photo: Ani Minasyan Tensions increased when on May 20, Acting Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan confirmed that he was going to sign a document clarifying the state border between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Neither opposition politicians, activists, nor the majority of social media users trust his statement. In previous years, dissatisfaction with the social and political situation in the country brought tens of thousands of people to the streets. This was the case when the authorities intended to raise the price of travel in minibusses, or there were problems with electricity or environmental pollution. Now too, Yerevanians go out on the streets every evening, but the majority still prefer walking around the city center or sitting in a cafe. At the time when the rally was taking place on Republic Square, people walked freely along Northern Avenue Photo: Ani Minasyan In order to better understand what is happening on the streets of Yerevan, I myself took a little walk in the city center. While the protesters in the main square of the Republic of Yerevan shouted Armenia without Nikola and demanded the immediate resignation of the Prime Minister, a couple of meters away from them, a cafe on the Northern Avenue was full of visitors, although there are more than twenty other cafes in the area. On the avenue, there are many passers-by who are in no hurry and who are clearly out to enjoy their promenade. Chinese toys are sold in every corner dogs who bark, soldiers who shoot and crawl, ducks that can swim. Look, the people have already voted once and look how it all ended, a middle-aged woman selling toys says angrily. A toy seller on Northern Avenue. Talking about politics Photo. Ani Minasyan A man standing at a nearby intersection calls on everyone to take part in the rally: We are losing the country!, he shouts, holding the Armenian flag in his hands. Curses against the Government House were also heard from the protesters Photo: Ani Minasyan People pass by indifferently. Meanwhile, the protesters arrange a procession and start walking towards the building of the National Assembly. There are so few of them that traffic along Baghramyan Avenue is not even interrupted. There are more and more people appearing on the Cascade and Northern Avenue, but they obviously do not participate in the rally. Women dressed up, happy and smiley, men are talking loudly to each other. The topics of their conversations, however, are political: they discuss the situation in Armenia. In one of the cafes, where all the tables are occupied, visitors are talking about politics. Young people were sitting at the table which I approached: I cant imagine how, after all this, I will be able to travel outside Yerevan, even. What will we do if all the main roads come under the control of Azerbaijan? They say that they do not participate in the rally, because they do not believe that they can change anything. The President of our country and other officials do not know which document Nikol is signing. In order to grab a coffee or a cold, refreshing drink in one of the cafes on the Cascade, you now have to wait in line as there are no free tables in the center of Yerevan in the evenings. For me, this is a sign of indifference. People do not trust politicians and politics in general, and the mistrust towards them is so great that for many it has become more important than the presence of Azerbaijani soldiers in Armenia. People are tired of politics, says journalist and analyst Mark Grigoryan. Those who sit in a cafe in downtown Yerevan and those who post alarming and angry messages or comments on Facebook are most likely the same people, they simply choose to express their concerns on social media or in heated arguments in cafes, instead of taking them to the streets. Trajectories is a media project that tells stories of people whose lives have been impacted by conflicts in the South Caucasus. We work with authors and editors from across the South Caucasus and do not support any one side in any conflict. The publications on this page are solely the responsibility of the authors. In the majority of cases, toponyms are those used in the authors society. The project is implemented by GoGroup Media and International Alert and is funded by the European Union
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https://jam-news.net/are-yerevan-residents-concerned-about-the-threat-of-another-war/
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How Will These IPL Stars Fulfill Their CPL Commitments?
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West Indies cricket stars who make up a chunk of superstars in Indian Premier League (IPL) as well as South Africans Faf du Plessis and Chris Morris may have a hard time choosing between Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and IPL after they were included in CPL squads late on Friday. The suspended IPL is likely to resume and get completed during mid-September to mid-October window while the CPL will be held between August 28 and September 19 in the West Indies. The players will finish CPL assignment and take a long journey to UAE to get to IPL. Rishabh Pant Still a Kid, Long Way to go Before he Can be India Captaincy Material: Childhood coach Though the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is negotiating bubble-to-bubble transfer with UAE authorities so that the arriving players dont have to quarantine, the long journey is likely to tire them out and give some of the players, who will represent national teams no rest prior to T20 World Cup assignment. The T20 World Cup is likely to get underway from mid-October (October 18 is the tentative date). Andre Russell, Kieron Pollard, Sunil Narine, Dwayne Bravo, Chris Gayle, Jason Holder, Nicholas Pooran and Shimron Hetmyer are among West Indies IPL stars named in CPL squads. Shakib Al Hasan, Faf du Plessis, Anrich Nortje, Imran Tahir and Chris Morris are the foreign stars who were also part of franchises in the suspended IPL. The star-studded line-ups feature the best cricketing talent from across the Caribbean as well as some of the biggest names in international cricket, said a media release from Cricket West Indies on Saturday. All 33 matches will be played at Warner Park in St Kitts with the final set to take place on 19 September, the release added. Chris Gayle and Dwayne Bravo are teaming up at St Kitts & Nevis Patriots with Sherfane Rutherford joining them. Keemo Paul has moved to St Lucia Zouks and Oshane Thomas will now be representing the Barbados Tridents. Get all the IPL news and Cricket Score here
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https://www.news18.com/cricketnext/news/how-will-these-ipl-stars-fulfill-their-cpl-commitments-3789017.html
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Will bright start to bank holiday weekend weather persist?
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Published: 12:06 PM May 29, 2021 Dry and warm weather is expected to continue into Monday - Credit: Archant Suffolk looks set to enjoy dry and bright weather this bank holiday as temperatures are predicted to reach up to 22C. The best sunshine could arrive on Sunday afternoon but forecasters are predicting clear, bright skies for much of the extended weekend. Coastal areas are likely to stay slightly cooler, with some cloudy and misty spells, according to the Met Office. The dry and warm weather is expected to continue into Monday, but conditions could become breezier as the week progresses, with showers possible on Wednesday. The promise of prolonged sunny spells marks an improvement in the weather for the time of year, following cloudy and unsettled periods, when temperatures struggled to exceed 14C due to an area of unusually deep low pressure.
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https://www.eadt.co.uk/news/weather/may-bank-holiday-suffolk-weekend-weather-forecast-8014172
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Are These Forwards About WhatsApp True?
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New Delhi: A new WhatsApp message is being circulated on social media claiming that two blue ticks and one red tick indicate that the government is taking action against the subscriber. Fake messages on the row have started making the rounds in response to the Centre's new IT rules, which require many platforms to conform. The problems surrounding the new IT laws include WhatsApp, the Facebook-owned instant messaging network. A new WhatsApp message is being circulated stating that two blue ticks and one red tick indicate that the government is taking action against the subscriber. Furthermore, the notification states that three red ticks indicate that the government has already filed a lawsuit against the individual. However, the claim is false. Misinformation debunked According to the viral message, WhatsApp messenger has introduced new communication regulations. This comes as WhatsApp files a lawsuit in the Delhi High Court challenging the Centre's new IT guidelines, which compel platforms to implement a traceability approach. Despite the fact that the Facebook-owned messenger is challenging the traceability component of the new IT laws, it is well known that WhatsApp uses private and end-to-end encryption. This means that no one can read or access your messages, including Facebook, the government, or any other third party. Meanwhile, the viral message, which has already reached a large number of people, alleges that users' calls would be recorded and that their social media profiles would be monitored. Furthermore, it claims that statements critical of the government or communications about a religious issue will result in incarceration. However, the good news is that all these claims are false, and users are advised not to forward such messages to others. More fake claims that the user's device will be connected to the ministry system are included in the viral message. It also claims that the new tick system allows consumers to see if their SMS communications are being monitored by the government. There are no new communication regulations in WhatsApp, and there is no feature involving three red ticks or three blue ticks. The claims were also dismissed by the Press Information Bureau (PIB). The PIB stated that the message concerning WhatsApp tick marks that are being circulated on social media was fake. The administration stated on its official Twitter account that no such action would be taken. Do not fall for such #Whatsapp messages being circulated. No such thing is being done by the Government. However, everyone is advised to not share any false news/misinformation concerning #CoronavirusInIndia For authentic information follow @MoHFW_INDIA and @pib_India pic.twitter.com/XBErXb1CSP PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) March 24, 2020 Ordinary Users of WhatsApp Have Nothing To Fear: RS Prasad In the midst of these fake claims, India's IT Minister stated on Thursday that ordinary WhatsApp users will be unaffected by the new laws. Ravi Shankar Prasad declared on Twitter that new IT rules have been implemented to determine the source of the communication that led to the offense listed in the rules. The union minister reminded individuals that the central government "fully recognizes and respects" their "Right to Privacy." He went on to clarify that the actions being taken to identify the "first originator" of objectionable materials in circulation are related to offenses involving India's sovereignty, integrity, and security, public order, rape, and child sexual abuse. These steps, according to Prasad, are taken when other, less intrusive methods are ineffective in combating the crimes. The union minister emphasized the major elements of the new IT laws, including the requirement for social media businesses to name an India-based grievance redressal officer, compliance officer, and nodal officer. The individuals will be named so that users of social media can air their objections, according to Prasad. The minister went on to say that safeguards were put in place to avoid social media abuse and misuse. He concluded his remarks by emphasizing that the government accepts criticism. WhatsApp Files a Case in the Delhi High Court Against New IT Regulations Meanwhile, WhatsApp filed an injunction against the Centre's new IT laws in the Delhi High Court on Wednesday. The act went against the Centre's current social media standards, which require the message to be traced and the 'first originator' to be revealed. The petition was filed on May 25, the deadline set by the Centre for social media businesses to comply with the new restrictions. As a result, the Facebook-owned messaging network has contended that the traceability requirement violates an individual's fundamental right to privacy. It has also asked the court to deem the traceability provision unlawful and to exempt its workers from criminal punishment if they failed to comply.
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https://english.sakshi.com/news/national/are-these-forwards-about-whatsapp-true-136170
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Why is Zlatan Ibrahimovic not playing for Sweden at Euro 2020?
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ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC has been one of the most talented and recognisable footballers of the past 20 years. But at Euro 2020, for the second tournament running, he will play no part for his native Sweden. Zlatan Ibrahimovic, missed out on World Cup 2018 after retiring from international football five years ago. However, his retirement is NOT the reason he is unable to appear for Sweden at Euro 2020. Ibrahimovic came out of international retirement in March and appeared in Sweden's last two World Cup qualifiers. However, his hopes of an international swansong at the age of 39 were curtailed by a cruciate ligament injury in May. Though the ligament is not broken, Ibrahimovic will still be unable to return in time for the big tournament in which Sweden face Spain, Poland and Slovakia. Sweden coach Janne Andersson said: "I spoke to Zlatan Ibrahimovic today, who unfortunately told me his injury will prevent his participation in the European Championship this summer. "Of course it is sad, especially for Zlatan, but for us too. I hope that he is back on the pitch again as soon as possible." Zlatan Ibrahimovic has not made any announcement on his international future following his injury. However, he may be encouraged to continue with the World Cup in Qatar just 18 months away. That would give him the incredible opportunity to play his part on the world's biggest stage at the age of 41. But he would still not be the oldest player ever to appear at a World Cup, with that accolade going to Egypt goalkeeper Essam El-Hadary. He started against Saudi Arabia at World Cup 2018 at the age of 45.
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https://www.the-sun.com/sport/2979307/why-is-zlatan-ibrahimovic-not-playing-sweden-euro-2020/
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Will covid restrictions in Karnataka continue till June end?
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On May 15, Israel bombarded a residential building in Gaza which housed the offices of Al-Jazeera and Associated Press. Even as the global community condemned the barbaric attack on the media, the Sangh Parivar members in India resorted to celebration on social media and went on to portray the cowardly act of Israeli air force as a punishment for airing fake news Both Al-Jazeera and Associated press have lost valuable footage, equipments and documents in the attack on the eleven story building. Al-Jazeera was punished for broadcasting Fake news about Israeli attack on Palestine. Now all the other media are careful about the news they are publishing about Israel, a viral message on WhatsApp and other social media platforms stated. The mischievous message, which was widely circulated by the Sangh Parivar activists, also lauded Israel for having the guts to punish the media. According to reliable sources, an hour preceding the bombing, the Israeli military sent a warning so the residents of the building could evacuate. AP reportedly made several attempts to contact the Israeli military, foreign minister and prime ministers office. Their concerns were either ignored, or they were told that there was nothing that could be done to stop the attack. A video broadcasted by Al-Jazeera shows the owner of the building Jawwad Mahdi imploring the military to allow them to retrieve their equipment. The video of Jawwad Mahdi speaking on the phone to the officer has since been widely shared on social media. He is heard asking them to allow just four people to enter the building to get their equipment that had documented the situation in Gaza out before the attack took place. He asked for ten more minutes. The Israeli military swiftly denied his request, saying that they had already been given an hour to evacuate. The building was then bombed. Press freedom groups worldwide have condemned the attack. They have accused the Israeli military of using claims of a Hamas presence to curb the coverage of the incessant attacks upon Gaza. The International Press Institute, a world renowned network of media personnel has deemed the attack a gross violation of human rights and internationally agreed norms. The Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, explained the situation, only saying that there was a Hamas presence in the building. It was not an innocent building, he said. The official reason given by the military, as well as the Prime Minister is staunchly that there was a Hamas presence in the building, and they were trying to eradicate it. There have been no unofficial or official claims from Israeli officials indicating that the attack was some kind of retaliation or punishment for fake news. While this affected the amount of coverage the situation in Gaza has, the military has stuck with the reasoning that it was simply combatting Hamas.
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http://www.coastaldigest.com/news-top-story/will-covid-restrictions-karnataka-continue-till-june-end
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Is the Post Office Open or Closed on Memorial Day Weekend 2021?
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Even if you know that mail isnt delivered on Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day itself, you may still be wondering about the Saturday and Sunday before. While regular services are still available on Saturday, most services are not available on Sunday just like they arent on most typical Sundays. Here are all the details. Mail Is Still Delivered on Saturday Although Monday is considered a federal holiday and mail will not be delivered, you can still expect mail to be delivered on Saturday, May 29. The federal holiday only applies to Monday and not to Saturdays mail delivery. On Sundays, mail typically isnt delivered unless its USPS Priority Mail Express or Amazon packages. Priority Mail Express may promise an overnight delivery that arrives on Sunday. During some high-volume holidays like Christmas, USPS may sometimes make an exception and deliver packages in major cities and high-volume locations on Sundays. However, this is not the case for Memorial Day Weekend. Post Offices Are Open on Saturday Post offices are also open on Saturday, even though its Memorial Day Weekend. However, they will be closed like normal on Sunday and will remain closed for the holiday on Monday. You should call your post office if you plan on stopping by, because some close early on Saturdays. Of course, the lobbies will still be open even on Sunday and Monday. So if you need to check your P.O. box for mail or use a self-service kiosk, you can still do that on Sunday or Monday. As long as you dont need any help from customer service, then you can use the lobby area of the post office. If you want to find an available self-service kiosk near you, go to the Post Office Locator on USPS.com. In the dropdown menu, choose Self-Service Kiosks under Location Type. Then fill in your city and state or your ZIP code. Then select how far youre willing to travel under the within category, and click on Search. For those in need of stamps on Sunday (or Monday), they are available for purchase at most grocery stores, pharmacies, and convenience stores. Postal products and services are also still available at the www.usps.com website, where you can track a package, purchase stamps, put mail on hold or forward it, print postage online, enter a change of address, schedule a package pickup (for any day other than Veterans Day or other holidays) and find out other relevant information. Its also worth noting that on some high-volume occasions, such as just before Christmas, some local post offices may choose to be open on Sundays even though they typically arent. However, this isnt the case for Memorial Day Weekend. According to USPSs website, the major holidays where mail is not delivered and post offices are closed include: New Years Day Martin Luther King Jr.s Birthday Presidents Day Memorial Day Independence Day (This year, because July 4 falls on a Sunday, post offices will be closed on Monday, July 5.) Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day (This year Christmas falls on a Saturday, so most federal employees will have December 24 treated as a holiday in terms of leave and pay, according to USPS.) READ NEXT: The latest COVID-19 deaths, cases, and updates
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https://heavy.com/entertainment/post-offices-open-memorial-day-weekend-2021/
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When is Floyd Mayweather going to fight again?
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Floyd Mayweather will face YouTuber Logan Paul in their upcoming exhibition bout on June 6, 2021. Per Showtime Boxing's official website, the fight will consist of eight three-minute rounds. Floyd Mayweather will be required to weigh in at a maximum of 160 pounds, whereas Logan Paul will be required to weigh in at a maximum of 190 pounds. This difference in weight categories stems from the vast difference in size between the two fighters. While Logan Paul is 6'2" tall with a reach of 76", Floyd Mayweather stands 5'8" tall with a 72" reach. The fight will take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The event will be broadcast live on Showtime, whereas the digital pay-per-view partnership will be handled by Fanmio. Other promotional associations for the fight include Mayweather Promotions. Logan Paul explains why he has nothing to lose against Floyd Mayweather Logan Paul is an internet sensation who made a gigantic and illustrious career out of his vines and music videos. He has only stepped into the boxing ring twice, both times against fellow YouTuber KSI. While the first match ended in a draw, the second fight saw KSI beat Logan Paul. Floyd Mayweather is in the conversation for the greatest boxer of all time. So a loss on June 6 may only pinch Logan Paul, but it would be devastating for Floyd Mayweather as a boxer. Speaking with Showtime Sports, Logan Paul said: "I have nothing to lose. I have absolutely nothing to lose. I don't care. I don't give a f**k about Floyd Mayweather or his 50-0 record. It means nothing to me. In the past year and a half, we've got into a really good spot." Floyd Mayweather recently appeared in an interview with the hilarious Caleb Pressley from Barstool Sports. At the very beginning of the interview, Pressley asked Floyd Mayweather what his strategy was for his upcoming fight with Logan Paul. 'Money' responded: "No strategy. I just got to show up. If I want to go one round, it'll go one round. If I wanna go two, two. It's all up to me." Cast your predictions in the comments section! Please take 30 seconds to answer this survey so that we can better understand how to serve your MMA needs.
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https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news-when-floyd-mayweather-going-fight-again
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Will Jeff Bezos release 'Apprentice' footage after Amazon acquisition of MGM?
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The Amazon acquisition of MGM Studios may mean a potentially uncomfortable situation for former President Donald Trump thanks to alleged outtakes from "The Apprentice" now being in the hands of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. With Amazon poised to acquire the legendary film studio, it means that the corporate giant which boasts Bezos as its largest individual shareholder would own the rights to the back catalog of the reality TV series that saw the former president put potential employees and celebrities through various tests to determine who would be granted his apprentice in the business world. MGM gained control of the series in 2014 when it bought a majority interest in One Three Media, the company then run by Mark Burnett who produced "The Apprentice," Survivor" and several other reality show hits. Following the sale, MGM named Burnett the head of its newly revived United Artists Media Group. The following year, Burnett sold the remaining 45% of One Three Media to MGM and became head of the studio's worldwide TV group and a power broker at the studio. In light of Amazon's acquisition of MGM, some are speculating that Bezos may leave the company he is stepping down as Amazon's CEO on July 5 with a treasure trove of dirt on the former president. Bezos was a frequent target of Trump during his presidency, which could come back to bite him now that the Amazon billionaire could control the release of outtakes and behind-the-scenes footage from the reality series that some, such as actor Tom Arnold, allege shows Trump making various lewd, demeaning and sexist language while on set and pointing out which contestants he would like to have sex with. BLUE ORIGIN MAY SECOND SHOT AT NASA DOLLARS Although MGM owned the rights prior to the Amazon acquisition, it previously explained to The Associated Press that it still faced legal hurdles with the content, and therefore could not release it to the public. MGM attorney Marvin S. Putnam said in a statement to the AP in 2016 that such agreements "typically contain provisions related to confidentiality and artists rights." While those agreements were negotiated by Burnett's company, as owner of that company, he said MGM would honor those rights. In a joint statement at the time, Burnett hoped to quell criticism that was protecting Trump on the campaign trail from potentially damaging footage. He noted that MGM owns the rights and he is not in a position to unilaterally release anything. MGM added, "Various contractual and legal requirements also restrict MGMs ability to release such material." In a statement to FOX Business on Thursday, a rep for MGM reiterated the same statement from years ago, noting: "MGM Studios owns The Apprentice and all its materials, including all footage. While MGM owns all footage, various contractual and legal requirements restrict MGMs ability to release such material." CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ON FOX BUSINESS Representatives for Amazon had no comment when reached by Fox Business. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/jeff-bezos-release-apprentice-footage-amazon-acquisition-mgm
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How much freedom from media obligations should Naomi Osaka and other athletes get?
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In the classic 1938 journalism novel Scoop by Evelyn Waugh, reporters who arrive at a supposed African war zone find no conflict, then create one in a hysterical sendup of the media at the time.When news hit this week that tennis star Naomi Osaka revealed on Instagram that she would not be meeting with reporters at the French Open that starts Sunday in Paris, I thought of Waughs masterpiece. Unless Osaka shifts her position, reporters wont get to ask her questions about the tournament, or about whether she will play in the Tokyo Olympics or if she thinks they should even occur amid the lingering pandemic.Osaka, whose mother is Japanese and father is Haitian and who grew up in the U.S., plays under the Japanese flag and is a face for the already once suspended quadrennial games.
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