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Football

Are Nottingham Forest Set for a Champions League Return

While Liverpool leads the Premier League, it's Nottingham Forest's surprising rise to second place that has captured attention. After 19 games, Forest is challenging for the top spots, evoking memories of their battles with Liverpool for silverware in the late 1970s and 80s. Following their 2-0 victory over Everton, Forest fans were heard chanting "we're gonna win the league," though a title win, while exciting to contemplate, would require a significant drop in form from Liverpool. Manager Nuno Espirito Santo emphasized enjoying the moment and competing in every match, while also stressing the importance of remaining grounded. Several factors contribute to Forest's strong performance: Chris Wood's goalscoring prowess: Wood has scored 11 league goals this season, placing him among the league's top scorers alongside established stars like Salah and Haaland. He is on track to surpass his personal best of […]

David Balogun December 29, 2024

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Travel

179 Dead in South Korea’s Latest Aviation Tragedy

A Jeju Air 737-800 jetliner arriving from Bangkok crashed while landing in Muan, South Korea, on Sunday, resulting in the deaths of 179 out of the 181 people on board. The aircraft skidded off the runway, collided with a concrete fence, and subsequently caught fire. South Korean television footage showed the plane careening across the airstrip at high speed, its landing gear apparently not deployed, before impacting the wall and exploding. Thick black smoke billowed from the burning wreckage. Two crew members were pulled from the wreckage alive and were treated for non-life-threatening injuries. According to Muan fire station chief Lee Jeong-hyeon, the plane was completely destroyed, with only the tail section remaining recognizable. Investigators are exploring various potential causes, including a possible bird strike. Air traffic control had issued a bird warning to the flight crew shortly before landing […]

David Balogun December 29, 2024

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News

Winnipeg Police Hunt Third Suspect After Violent Teen Attack Leaves Man Seriously Injured

Two teenagers have been charged with aggravated assault following a violent attack on a man in Winnipeg on Friday evening. Police responded to a call on the 300 block of Keenleyside Street around 7:45 p.m. and found a man in his 20s with serious upper-body injuries. Officers provided immediate medical assistance, applying two tourniquets before the victim was transported to a hospital in unstable condition. He has since stabilized after receiving significant medical treatment.   The police investigation revealed that the victim was leaving a residence where he had been socializing when he was chased outside by three unknown males from another suite. The group allegedly attacked him with bear spray and a machete before fleeing the scene. Witnesses promptly contacted the police.   Utilizing K9 units and witness information, officers located three individuals matching the suspects' descriptions on Watt […]

David Balogun December 29, 2024

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Football

Salah’s Masterclass Fuels Liverpool’s Title Charge as They go Eight Points Clear

Liverpool delivered a dominant 5-0 victory over West Ham United at the London Stadium, extending their Premier League lead to eight points. Mohamed Salah delivered another exceptional performance, scoring one goal and providing two assists, showcasing the form that has defined his career.   Salah has now scored 20 goals across all competitions this season and has both scored and assisted in eight Premier League matches. His contributions are fueling Liverpool's pursuit of their 20th league title in Arne Slot's first season as manager. Liverpool currently holds 45 points from 18 games, with Nottingham Forest, who have played one more game, their closest challengers at 37 points. Chelsea, in fourth place, had the opportunity to reduce the gap to seven points with their game against Ipswich Town.   "The only thing on my mind is I want Liverpool to win […]

David Balogun December 29, 2024

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Politics

Trump Claims Bill Gates Seeks Mar-a-Lago Meeting, Following Tech Industry’s Post-Election Pivot

Former President and President-elect Donald Trump announced on social media that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has requested to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. Trump shared this information in a Truth Social post on Friday morning, also mentioning plans for New Year's Eve, though he didn't provide additional details about the potential meeting. This development is notable because Gates has previously been critical of Trump, especially regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic during his first presidency. Gates also supported Trump's opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, in the 2024 election with a $50 million donation to a nonprofit supporting her campaign. However, Gates did publicly congratulate Trump after his November 5 election victory. The potential meeting follows a pattern of major tech industry figures engaging with Trump following his election victory. Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently visited […]

David Balogun December 29, 2024

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Real Estate

Judge Freezes Border Wall Material Sales in Surprise Legal Victory

A federal judge in Texas has blocked the Biden administration from selling unused border wall materials, a decision that former President Donald Trump has praised as a victory. The ruling comes after Trump filed a legal brief last week opposing what he called "fire sales" of the materials to private parties. The decision by Judge Drew Tipton follows recent legislation passed by Congress as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. This law required the Biden administration to dispose of unused border wall materials, but specified that they could only be sold or donated to southern border states for maintaining existing barriers, not building new ones. Trump announced the court decision on his social media platform, TruthSocial, where he claimed the ruling would lead to an investigation into the sales. He also expressed gratitude to Texas and Missouri for their […]

David Balogun December 28, 2024

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Politics

Mike Huckabee on Potential Ambassadorship to Israel

Mike Huckabee, in an interview with KATV Channel 7’s Daniella Cheney, discussed his nomination to serve as the United States Ambassador to Israel. Huckabee emphasized his long-standing connection to Israel, stating he has visited the country over 100 times in the past 52 years, beginning with his first trip at age 17. He described a deep passion for Israel and its unique place in the world, noting the country's transformation as a fulfillment of biblical prophecy, “that the desert shall bloom and the dry bones shall live.” Huckabee believes his extensive background in politics, media, and as former Governor of Arkansas will be valuable in navigating the complexities of the ambassadorship. He highlighted the international experience gained as governor, stating he is familiar with the region, having traveled extensively “from Dan to Beersheba.” Regarding US-Israel relations, Huckabee identified achieving greater […]

David Balogun December 28, 2024

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Events

Rabbi Sees Symbolism in Shared Christmas and Hanukkah Celebrations

Rabbi Joe Potasnik sees the rare coincidence of Christmas and Hanukkah falling on the same day in 2024 as a symbol of Christian and Jewish unity. He shared a story from his time as chaplain for the New York Fire Department during the aftermath of 9/11 to illustrate this point. At Ground Zero, a Christmas tree was delivered, followed by a Hanukkah menorah. Observing the significant height difference between the two symbols, a group of Christian carpenters took it upon themselves to build a platform for the menorah, ensuring it stood at the same height as the Christmas tree. Potasnik explained to Newsmax, during an appearance on "America Right Now," that this act of solidarity demonstrated the shared values and alliance between the two faiths, a sentiment he believes is echoed by the concurrent celebration of their respective holidays. Host […]

David Balogun December 28, 2024

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News

J.Lo Balked at Bruno Mars’ $5 Million Wedding Fee, Says Planner

Celebrity event planner Marcy Blum has revealed that Jennifer Lopez considered Bruno Mars for her wedding to Alex Rodriguez before ultimately deciding against it due to his high performance fee.   Blum shared the anecdote on "The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast," explaining that while working with Lopez and Rodriguez before their breakup, Lopez inquired about booking Bruno Mars. Blum informed her that she had recently worked with Mars at another wedding, where he received $5 million for a 45-minute to one-hour performance. Lopez reportedly dismissed the price as "ridiculous." Blum noted that she was able to share this story because she never signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with the former couple.   Lopez and Rodriguez began dating in 2017 and became engaged in 2019. Their planned 2020 wedding in Italy was postponed due to the pandemic. They eventually […]

David Balogun December 28, 2024

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Real Estate

Bensons Property Group Enters Voluntary Administration

Australian property developer Bensons Property Group (BPG) has entered voluntary administration, citing challenging conditions in the construction industry, including rising interest rates and construction costs. However, the company assures that its ongoing projects will not be affected. KordaMentha has been appointed as voluntary administrators, while McGrath Nicol will act as receivers and managers, overseeing the company's operations during this period. BPG intends to continue trading throughout the administration and receivership, with a proposal to be presented to creditors. The company emphasizes its commitment to protecting its employees, trade creditors, and apartment buyers, ensuring the delivery of its $1.5 billion development pipeline, which includes over 1,000 new homes. BPG clarified that this action only involves BPG itself and not other entities within its broader group. All projects currently under BPG management, many already under construction, will proceed as planned. Managing Director […]

David Balogun December 28, 2024

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