Ex-Jets star criticizes Aaron Rodgers’ leadership after latest loss
Ryan Fitzpatrick was the last New York Jets quarterback to even come close to leading the team to the playoffs. He helped New York to their only 10-win season since they made it as far as the AFC Championship during the 2010 season. However, while Fitzpatrick was on the cusp of getting to the postseason, the team narrowly missed out in 2015. Rodgers was hurt for 17 out of the 18 weeks of the 2023 season, and this year, New York is 2-4. New York has a chance to get its season back on track on Sunday night when they take on the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Source:Fox News
October 17, 2024 13:31 UTC
76ers’ Jared McCain hospitalized after scary fall during preseason game
Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain was hospitalized on Wednesday night following a scary incident during a preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe referees immediately stopped the game as McCain writhed in pain. 76ers head coach Nick Nurse told reporters McCain was taken to the hospital as he struggled to breathe. “He’s going to the hospital to get checked out. He’s just gotta kinda take it easy and make sure he’s 100% for opening night.”Philadelphia plays its final preseason game on Friday against the Orlando Magic.
Source:Fox News
October 17, 2024 13:31 UTC
Giannis Antetokounmpo: 'Vassilis Spanoulis has changed the way I think about things'
To hear Antetokounmpo tell it, Spanoulis’ combination of off-the-charts energy and high IQ is the kind of thing he’ll be taking with him into these crucial months ahead. “Spanoulis has changed the way I think about things,” said Antetokounmpo, whose team went 1-3 in pool play and had the program’s first win at the Olympics in 16 years (over Australia). Sometimes, I think, you’re in your comfort zone. A lot of people are in a comfort zone, without even wanting to be there. And he did that.”Source: New York Times
Source:New York Times
October 17, 2024 13:16 UTC
Gen Z presents a $2 trillion economic opportunity by 2035: Report
How does Gen Z behave? As the largest generation, Gen Z is significantly reshaping consumer trends. Gen Z views change as a growth opportunity, with over 70 percent eager to embrace new styles, technology, and experiences. Contrary to common perceptions, Gen Z shops as often as millennials, but invests 1.5 times more effort in researching their purchases. From expert opinions to product reviews and creator content, Gen Z does a thorough investigation in order to make informed spending decisions.
Source:Forbes
October 17, 2024 13:07 UTC
US Pressures Israel To Ramp Up Aid To Gaza
US Pressures Israel To Ramp Up Aid To Gaza Biden administration demands immediate action as humanitarian crisis intensifiesThe latest developments concerning humanitarian aid to Gaza reveal the increasingly strained relationship between the United States and Israel amid the backdrop of the Israel-Gaza conflict. The Biden administration has recently exerted pressure on Israel, insisting on improved aid conditions as humanitarian crises escalate within Gaza, leading to potential ramifications for U.S. military aid to Israel. Notably, the Israeli government has denied allegations of obstructing humanitarian aid, attributing the crisis to actions by Hamas. The Israeli military has maintained it does not prevent humanitarian actions but rather regulates them to prevent aid misuse. Despite these assertions, high-ranking Israeli officials have admitted the situation within Gaza has worsened, acknowledging the need to adjust their policies to facilitate humanitarian aid more effectively.
Source:Washington Post
October 17, 2024 13:02 UTC
Biden Announces $425 Million in Aid to Ukraine
Biden has announced a new aid package to Ukraine of $425 million. He spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday about the deal. The aid package will include armored vehicles and munitions, among other weapons. This announcement comes as Biden prepares to travel to Germany this week to meet with other Western allies. He will meet with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, key allies in supporting Ukraine.
Source:New York Times
October 17, 2024 12:53 UTC
U.S. Stealth Bombers Attack Houthi Weapons Caches in Yemen
On Wednesday, the U.S. launched attacks on five Houthi weapons facilities in Yemen. The underground weapons facilities were located in areas of Yemen controlled by the Houthi militia, which is backed by Iran. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said that the attack was aimed at degrading the Houthis’ capabilities. While Austin did not mention Iran in his statement, the U.S. used B-2 stealth bombers in the strike. This is the only plane that could reach Iran’s nuclear facilities, and may have been a signal from the U.S. to Iran.
Source:New York Times
October 17, 2024 12:45 UTC
PANORAMA: French budget slashes post-Olympics sports funding; Alaysha Johnson has Hooters-to-hero year; call to cancel FIFA Club World Cup
★≡ THE 5-RING CIRCUS ≡● France ● Just a couple of months after the close of the 2024 Olympic Games, the French budget challenges are already hitting the sports sector. ● Football ● Speaking at a club forum in Brussels (BEL), Javier Tebas, the President of Spain’s LaLiga, asked for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup to be shelved:“FIFA president, you know that you have not sold the audiovisual rights for the budget you said for that Club World Cup. You know that you do not have the sponsorships for that Club World Cup as you had budgeted. “You know that the leagues and the players’ football unions we don’t want that Club World Cup. Withdraw that Club World Cup now.”LaLiga has joined with other domestic leagues and the FIFPRO players union to file an opposition to FIFA’s match calendar and the 2025 Club World Cup, saying that the schedule is too crowded, that players do not have the proper rest time between matches, or after each season to recover.
Source:Forbes
October 17, 2024 12:36 UTC
My Dad Always Said The Mets Will Break Your Heart. I Never Thought It Would Happen Like This.
My Dad Always Said The Mets Will Break Your Heart. The author and her dad in his season’s ticket-holder seats at a game in Oct 2022. Courtesy of Stacey BrookMy father was regularly one of the first diehard fans to leave a Mets game. My father was 8 when the Mets franchise set up shop in Queens, and he remained a devotee for life. The author and her dad in a "perpetual state of worry" while watching the Mets (lose) in the 2015 World Series.
Source:Huffington Post
October 17, 2024 12:34 UTC
Desjardins announces October 2024 cash distributions for some ETFs
MONTREAL, Oct. 17, 2024 /CNW/ - Desjardins Investments Inc. (DI), acting as manager for Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), today announced the October 2024 cash distributions for some Desjardins ETFs listed on the TSX. Unitholders of record on October 24, 2024, will receive cash distributions payable for these ETFs on October 31, 2024. About Desjardins Investments Inc.Desjardins Investments Inc., manager of the Desjardins Funds, is one of Canada's largest mutual fund manufacturers, with C$44.1 billion in assets under management as at June 30, 2024. Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds are not guaranteed, their value fluctuates frequently and their past performance is not indicative of their future returns. Desjardins Investment Inc. is the manager of the Desjardins Exchange Traded Funds.
Source:Forbes
October 17, 2024 12:31 UTC
Viral Image of Doubtful Latinas at Trump Univision Town Hall Says It All
Last night Trump held a town hall with undecided Latino voters moderated by Mexican journalist Enrique Acevedo for Univision. Jorge Velázquez, a 64-year-old farmer, asked who would do farm work if Trump deported undocumented immigrants and how much would food cost then. Most economists say his plan to deport millions of undocumented immigrants would probably make grocery items much more expensive. Hopefully, this town hall will show undecided Hispanic voters that Trump is a liar. Even having a town hall with Univision is a shift for the Trump campaign and a recognition of the power of the Latino vote.
Source:Washington Post
October 17, 2024 12:18 UTC
China employs hackers and celebrities to undermine Taiwan
Alongside its most high-profile tactic—sending a message of military dominance—China is employing what Taiwan says is an expanding army of hackers, diplomats, prosecutors and celebrities in its effort to persuade Taiwan to submit to Beijing. China claims Taiwan, an island 100 miles from the mainland, as its own territory. Taiwan officials say China has gone so far as to enlist Taiwanese celebrities to its cause. The secession law is one of the legal tools that China is using to try to intimidate Taiwan, said Glaser. “It’s a constant drumbeat of signals to Taiwan," said Glaser, “that according to China, Taiwan is part of China, and they will use every tool in their tool kit to bring about reunification."
Source:Wall Street Journal
October 17, 2024 11:52 UTC
Video Some 2 dozen relatives of Menendez brothers united in Los Angeles to push for release
Some 2 dozen relatives of Menendez brothers united in Los Angeles to push for release Nearly 20 relatives of Lyle and Erik Menendez gathered in Los Angeles on Wednesday to urge the district attorney to recommend resentencing the brothers, who are currently serving life sentences.
Source:ABC News
October 17, 2024 11:44 UTC
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic may help reduce overdose risks: Study
A new study suggests that GLP-1 agonist medications like Ozempic, which are used for diabetes management and weight loss, may help reduce the risk of overdose and alcohol intoxication in people with substance use disorders. "These medications intended for diabetes and weight loss can help addiction without the associated stigma, which will be a new window for how to deal with addiction." GLP-1 drugs, such as Ozempic and the combination drug tirzepatide also included in the study, mimic a natural hormone known as glucagon-like peptide-1 to help regulate blood sugar and insulin levels. People with substance use disorder keep using drugs or alcohol even though it causes problems in their life. Weight loss drugs like Ozempic may help reduce overdose risks: Study originally appeared on abcnews.go.com
Source:ABC News
October 17, 2024 11:44 UTC