Republican presidential nominee and former president Donald Trump returned to the scene of an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania, where he was wounded in the ear during a rally in July. Trump called the shooter a 'vicious monster' who he said aimed to silence him. Billionaire Elon Musk later took the stage at the rally.
Is there a liquid wetter than water? Readers replyThe word wet comes from the Old English wæt and is ultimately related to the word water. Consequently, I would say beer is wetter than water – and the more beer you drink, the wetter it becomes. Cohesive forces, such as hydrogen bonds, hold water molecules to each other and create a surface tension. With strong cohesive forces, water tends to stay as spherical droplets to minimise contact with a surface.
Huge explosions hit Beirut as Israeli forces launched more strikes on the Lebanese capital. Local media described the strikes as the most severe of the conflict so far, with some landing near the airport where flights were taking off with hundreds of foreign evacuees
Tightening Race Between Harris And Trump Shapes 2024 Election Polling data reveals shifting preferences among Latino voters and independents affecting the election dynamicsWith the 2024 U.S. presidential election heating up, the race has taken on new dimensions as Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump vie for power. Polls show Harris holding onto the lead, but troubling signs suggest Trump is gaining ground, particularly with Latino voters. Harris's campaign has ramped up efforts to shore up support among Latino voters, who have increasingly shown preference for Trump. Analysis from several insights reveals Harris's support has decreased compared to Joe Biden's performance with this voting group. Reactions indicate frustration and disappointment among Latino voters who feel their issues are at best secondary to broader national conversations.
David Burnham, a former New York Times investigative reporter whose work uncovering corruption in the New York Police Department circa the 1970s inspired the twice Oscar-nominated Serpico, died earlier this week at 91. Frank Serpico in 2017’s ‘Frank Serpico’Commemorating the reporter, Serpico wrote on social media, “Couldn’t have done it without you David,” alongside a thumbs up and praying emoji. The investigative reports outlined how officers extorted millions of dollars annually from businesses, drug dealers and gamblers amid citywide coverups. His work also launched the Knapp commission, the investigative commission that Lindsay was pressured to form led by lawyer Whitman Knapp. Serpico was a star witness, which led to the indictment of dozens of police officers and a few convictions.
Half an hour into the incident, the operator of Train 225 asked BART’s central control center about firefighters in the tunnel near his train. “Are you sending them back to help with the evacuation, or should I start now?”“No word from the Fire Department,” a train controller answered. (Trains) 225 and 451, be advised we have BART police and Fire Department personnel in all tracks between 19th Street and Lake Merritt stations. BART finally allowed the operators to begin evacuating their passengers at 5:48 p.m., 58 minutes after the incident began. It took another 25 minutes before the train operators confirmed that all passengers, including one in a wheelchair, had been safely offboarded.
Soccer-England name Carsley as interim coach ahead of Nations League campaignLONDON (Reuters) -Lee Carsley has been appointed England interim coach ahead of their Nations League campaign which begins next month, the Football Association said on Friday. Carsley has been managing England Under-21s since 2021, and led them to the European Under-21 Championship title in 2023. "It's an honour to step up and lead this England squad on an interim basis," Carsley said in a statement. "He offers us a very strong interim solution and we are confident he will perform well in the UEFA Nations League games ahead." He later managed Brentford before a short spell as interim Birmingham City coach.
Ten Ukrainians were reported killed and 35 injured after a Russian missile struck a supermarket during the day in the Ukrainian town of Kostiantynivka, about eight miles from the frontline in the eastern Donetsk region. The strike came after Ukrainian forces staged a night-time ambush of a Russian convoy 25 miles inside Russia’s Kursk region. The Kremlin declared a federal emergency and said it was transferring extra forces to try to repel a four-day incursion that has badly damaged its credibility
Paris Olympics 2024 Highlights Athletes Battle For Glory Katarina Johnson-Thompson leads heptathlon as breakdancing debuts amid fierce competitionsOn Day 14 of the Paris 2024 Olympics, excitement is reaching a fever pitch as athletes push their limits, chasing gold and making history. Katarina Johnson-Thompson, the reigning world champion, finished the first day of the heptathlon strong, showcasing her skills with impressive performances. Both teams are gunning for glory after some close calls earlier in the competition, hoping to secure precious medals for Great Britain. Also, the women’s madison team of Elinor Barker and Neah Evans will race, having already captured attention for their great form. Australia's Opals find themselves primed for what could be an upset against the USA women's basketball team during the semifinals.
The UK prime minister has said the police are to remain on 'high alert' as the country heads into the weekend after days of violent disorder and unrest in England and Northern Ireland. Despite large scale anti-racism protests on Wednesday night appearing to have halted the far-right violence in England, Keir Starmer said: 'We have to stay on high alert going into this weekend because we absolutely have to make sure that our communities are safe and secure and feel safe and secure.' Starmer met London’s police chief, Mark Rowley, and the deputy assistant commissioner, Andy Valentine, at the Met's Lambeth command and control base for a briefing on the police’s response to public disorder
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Tottenham Push To Secure Dominic Solanke Transfer Deal Bournemouth agrees to sell striker for club-record fee as Spurs pursue much-needed reinforcementsDominic Solanke, the rising star from AFC Bournemouth, is at the center of intense transfer speculation, linking him to Tottenham Hotspur. Committed to the idea of playing for Spurs, Solanke has reportedly already agreed on personal terms. This situation illustrates the broader challenges presently seen across the Premier League, with many clubs reluctant to engage in extravagant spending amid economic uncertainties. Statistics highlight he ranked highly among Premier League strikers for many parameters, including creating goal-scoring chances and assists. While Tottenham will be actively exploring this deal, they also face competition from other Premier League clubs who are mulling over bids for Solanke.
Lee Carsley has been named England’s interim manager for the start of the Nations League campaign in September. Carlsey will step up to replace Gareth Southgate, who brought his eight years in charge to an end after defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final last month. A statement from the Football Association confirmed Carsley would lead England in the September matches away to Republic of Ireland and at home to Finland, but also suggested the 50-year-old could stay in charge throughout the autumn. “Carsley will step up from his role in charge of the MU21s, initially for September’s fixtures away to Republic of Ireland and at home to Finland, but with a view to remaining in the position throughout autumn while the FA’s recruitment process for a new permanent head coach continues,” a statement read.
Man Utd plan to make at least three more signings. Manchester United are planning to make at least three more signings before the summer transfer deadline, according to reports. United made a strong start to the summer by recruiting Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee and Lille centre-back Leny Yoro for a combined £88.5m in mid-July. But frustrations have grown among supporters in recent weeks due to a lack of continued activity regarding arrivals and departures. Like the 30-year-old, Aaron Wan-Bissaka is also out of contract next summer, and his representatives are reportedly in talks with West Ham United over personal terms.
Lee Carsley has been announced as interim manager of the England men's football team. The 50-year-old is following in the footsteps of former Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate by stepping up from his role as coach of England Under-21s. In a statement, Carsley said: "It's an honour to step up and lead this England squad on an interim basis. He will name his first England squad in just under three weeks on 29 August. Former Lincoln centre-back Ben Futcher will lead England Under-21s for their September fixtures.
