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Are Transfers Replacing Work For America' Poor?
Politicszerohedge6h ago

Are Transfers Replacing Work For America' Poor?

Are Transfers Replacing Work For America' Poor? Authored by Tyler Turman via the American Institute for Economic Research, President John F. Kennedy once said, “We must find ways of returning far more of our dependent people to independence.” President Lyndon B. Johnson sought to meet that challenge by launching the War on Poverty in 1964, insisting that its purpose was not to make people “dependent on the generosity of others,” nor merely to “relieve the symptom of poverty,” b...

Stripe Considers Acquiring PayPal
Businessirish-independent7h ago

Stripe Considers Acquiring PayPal

Patrick and John Collison’s payment processing firm Stripe is reportedly considering an acquisition of all or parts of PayPal Holdings Inc.

How to watch or listen to No. 4 Iowa State at Utah
SportYahoo8h ago

How to watch or listen to No. 4 Iowa State at Utah

Who: Iowa State (23-4, 10-4 Big 12) at Utah (10-17, 2-12 Big 12) Where: Jon M. Huntsman Center (15,000) – Salt Lake City, Utah When: Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 – 8 p.m. CT Watch: FS1 // Carlo Jiminez (PxP) and Matt Muehlebach (Analyst) Listen: Cyclone Radio Network // John Walters (PxP) and Eric Heft (Analyst)

John McGinn slams Celtic red card decision
SportYahoo9h ago

John McGinn slams Celtic red card decision

Aston Villa and Scotland midfielder John McGinn has rubbished the decision to send Auston Trusty off at the weekend. The USA Internationalist was shown a red card after Matthew MacDermid was called to

BBC Boss Apologizes for Racial Slur at Baftas
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BBC Boss Apologizes for Racial Slur at Baftas

The BBC boss has apologized to staff after a racial slur shouted by Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson was not edited out of the Baftas broadcast, causing offense.

John Obi Mikel fuels Cole Palmer to Man Utd talk
SportYahoo13h ago

John Obi Mikel fuels Cole Palmer to Man Utd talk

There’s been a bit of a shift in the discussion around Cole Palmer, as John Obi Mikel has suggested that the midfielder’s Manchester United links go beyond simple transfer speculation. Cole Palmer was linked with Manchester United throughout much of the January transfer window, though nothing ever came of it, as expected.

Tell us your experience living with Tourette syndrome
HealthThe Guardian19h ago

Tell us your experience living with Tourette syndrome

We would like to hear from people who are affected by Tourette’s and in particular those who have vocal tics involving swearing (coprolalia) Controversy erupted at the Baftas award ceremony after the BBC initially failed to edit out the N-word spoken involuntarily by John Davidson, who has Tourette syndrome (TS). In a statement Davidson said he was “deeply mortified if anyone considers my involuntary tics to be intentional or to carry any meaning”. He added: “I have spent my life trying to su...

LG chairman salutes Ikorodu City FC for topping NPFL table
Sportvanguard-ng1d ago

LG chairman salutes Ikorodu City FC for topping NPFL table

Ikorodu City FC, the only Lagos-based club in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), maintained its position atop the league table following a thrilling 1–1 draw against Bayelsa United at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena yesterday. The post LG chairman salutes Ikorodu City FC for topping NPFL table appeared first on Vanguard News.

Police arrest 10 suspected kidnappers, recover ransom, operational motorcycles
Worldvanguard-ng1h ago

Police arrest 10 suspected kidnappers, recover ransom, operational motorcycles

By Dayo Johnson Akure—Police detectives in Ondo State, have arrested 10 suspected kidnappers and recovered ransom collected from their victims in Akure, the state capital. The command’s spokesperson, Jimoh Abayomi, said the arrest of the suspects was a “significant breakthrough in its sustained crackdown on kidnapping and other violent crimes across the state with the […] The post Police arrest 10 suspected kidnappers, recover ransom, operational motorcycles appeared first on Vanguard News.

Wrexham overcome illness in camp to beat Pompey
SportYahoo6h ago

Wrexham overcome illness in camp to beat Pompey

Phil Parkinson says Wrexham overcame an illness in camp to earn a hard-fought 2-1 win against Portsmouth. Goals from Sam Smith and Max Cleworth in the first half put the Red Dragons in firm control at Stok Cae Ras. Zak Swanson's deflected strike early on in the second half gave John Mousinho's men hope in north Wales, although the Red Dragons held on for a crucial victory.

Demetrious Johnson claims Dana White’s $15m Conor Benn deal is about ‘flexing’
SportYahoo10h ago

Demetrious Johnson claims Dana White’s $15m Conor Benn deal is about ‘flexing’

Demetrious Johnson is not sold on the idea that Conor Benn’s reported $15 million Zuffa Boxing deal is a reflection of his market value, suggesting it might be more about Dana White making a statement. White made headlines earlier this week by adding ‘The Destroyer’ to the growing roster of Zuffa Boxing, a move that instantly grabbed attention across both boxing and MMA circles.

'Battle at both ends will run until last game'
SportYahoo15h ago

'Battle at both ends will run until last game'

Kilmarnock's hard-fought draw on the ploughed field of Tannadice may turn out to be a vital point come the end of May. The manager had to rejig the team with Joe Hugill taking over the role as the main striker and he should improve with game time. The injury to Tyreece John-Jules came just when he was in great form and we can only hope he is back sooner rather than later.

Warner Bros. Complained About BAFTA Racial Slur Incident & Requested It Be Cut From BBC Broadcast
Culturevarietydeadline15h ago2 sources

Warner Bros. Complained About BAFTA Racial Slur Incident & Requested It Be Cut From BBC Broadcast

EXCLUSIVE: Warner Bros. raised immediate concerns about the involuntary racial slur directed at the stars of Sinners during the BAFTA Film Awards, requesting that the incident be removed from the BBC broadcast, Deadline can reveal. A well-placed source told Deadline that Warner Bros. executives made a complaint to BAFTA within minutes of Tourette’s campaigner John […]

Hollywood-Serbian Film 'Lord of the Storm' Set for Release
Culturedanas18h ago

Hollywood-Serbian Film 'Lord of the Storm' Set for Release

Successful businessman and film producer Neb Chupin is releasing his long-awaited Hollywood-Serbian feature film 'Lord of the Storm' after eight years of dedicated work, following his previous productions with stars like John Travolta and John Malkovich.

Paul VI, Bishop McNamara girls claim WCAC basketball titles
SportYahoo1d ago

Paul VI, Bishop McNamara girls claim WCAC basketball titles

WASHINGTON DC (DC News Now) — The Washington Catholic Athletic Conference crowned its 2026 boys and girls basketball champions Monday night at American University. In the boy’s title game, top-seeded Paul VI faced St. John’s in a rematch of the 2023 championship. This year’s meeting needed double overtime to decide a winner. St. John’s led […]

Parliament to Probe SHS Sports Violence in Ghana
Sportmyjoyonline1d ago

Parliament to Probe SHS Sports Violence in Ghana

Former Deputy Minister for Education, John Ntim Fordjour, has called for a parliamentary inquiry into recent violence at a campus sports event in Ghana, demanding strict sanctions for those responsible.

BAFTA Says It Takes “Full Responsibility” & Apologizes To Michael B Jordan And Delroy Lindo In Statement Following Slur Incident  
Culturetimes-ukvarietyhollywood-reporter+3deadlinetmznme1d ago6 sources

BAFTA Says It Takes “Full Responsibility” & Apologizes To Michael B Jordan And Delroy Lindo In Statement Following Slur Incident  

BAFTA has released its first statement this afternoon addressing last night’s incident, where a racial slur was used when Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage. Read the statement in full below. “We take full responsibility for putting our guests in a very difficult situation, and we apologise to all,” BAFTA said in a […]

Farage kicks things off before 30 minutes of hate – and has the final word | John Crace
PoliticsThe Guardian1d ago

Farage kicks things off before 30 minutes of hate – and has the final word | John Crace

Reform’s ‘shadow home secretary’, Zia Yusuf, launches tirade of misery that sounded more hardline and deranged as it went It was only last week that Nigel Farage declared he was no longer a one-man band with the announcement of a handful of key appointments. Though that does not mean his “Mini-Mes” can yet be trusted to be allowed out on their own. Baby steps and all that. Nige would rather die than let someone else hog all the limelight. It’s not that his team would screw up. That would be j...

Bayelsa Govt appoints 18 new permanent secretaries
Politicsvanguard-ng1d ago

Bayelsa Govt appoints 18 new permanent secretaries

By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State government has approved the appointment of 18 new Permanent Secretaries to strengthen its civil service and enhance service delivery across ministries, departments, and agencies. In a statement issued by the Chairman of the Bayelsa State Civil Service Commission, Mr. Buruboyefe Perekiye John, the appointments were approved by Governor […] The post Bayelsa Govt appoints 18 new permanent secretaries appeared first on Vanguard News.

Trump kicks off State of the Union touting his economic agenda
PoliticsNYTFox Newsla-repubblica+8Business InsiderdeloThe Independentpolitikennational-posthotnewshindustan-timesmyjoyonline1h ago11 sources

Trump kicks off State of the Union touting his economic agenda

President Donald Trump gave his annual State of the Union speech before Congress. Nathan Howard/Getty Images President Donald Trump is giving his annual State of the Union address before Congress. He

UCF set to lose new defensive backs coach to NFL
SportYahoo6h ago

UCF set to lose new defensive backs coach to NFL

UCF is looking for a new defensive backs coach for the second time in the past three months, after reports emerged on Tuesday that Will Johnson was leaving the program to join the coaching staff with the Minnesota Vikings. Johnson was hired in December to replace Brandon Harris, who left to join Jon Sumrall’s coaching staff at Florida. Johnson will join Kevin O’Connell’s coaching staff as a ...

Quin Snyder swaps former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher for CJ McCollum in Hawks starting lineup
SportYahoo8h ago

Quin Snyder swaps former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher for CJ McCollum in Hawks starting lineup

For only the third time in 120 career games, Zaccharie Risacher was absent from the starting lineup on Sunday. Instead, it was CJ McCollum, a 13-year veteran acquired from Washington, that joined a starting five made up of Jalen Johnson, Onyeka Okongwu, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Dyson Daniels in Atlanta’s 115-104 win over the Nets. Hours ahead of the Hawks’ 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff against the Wizards on Tuesday, Risacher said he’s prepared to give it his all, regardless of whose name is anno...

A look back at Robert Carradine's most memorable roles – video
CultureThe Guardianbillboard15h ago2 sources

A look back at Robert Carradine's most memorable roles – video

Robert Carradine, a member of a famed acting family, has died aged 71. He made his film debut alongside John Wayne in The Cowboys in 1972 and later became best known for his roles in Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire Robert Carradine, Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire actor, dies aged 71 Continue reading...

Culturehollywood-reporter1d ago

Filmmaker John Patton Ford Discusses 'How to Make a Killing'

Filmmaker John Patton Ford shares his vision for the revenge comedy 'How to Make a Killing,' emphasizing a nuanced take beyond simple rich-people-bad narratives. He also revealed concerns from executives about lead actor Glen Powell's significant physical transformation for the role.

Politicsnational-post1d ago

Trump's Tariffs on Canada Expected to Worsen

Canadian industries are facing increased scrutiny from the Trump administration, with predictions that tariffs on Canada are about to get worse as the president has more tariff ammunition to deploy.

Breaking Baz: Furious Outcry Over Tourette’s N-Word Outburst At BAFTAs Could Be A Teachable Moment
CultureNPRAl Jazeeranos+6SCMPtelexpolitikendeadlineDaily Sabahnme1d ago9 sources

Breaking Baz: Furious Outcry Over Tourette’s N-Word Outburst At BAFTAs Could Be A Teachable Moment

Can we please talk? There’s an ongoing outcry over John Davidson, the Tourette syndrome campaigner portrayed with empathy by double BAFTA recipient Robert Aramayo in the movie I Swear, and his unfortunate, involuntary eruption of the most offensive racial slur when Sinners stars Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were performing presenting duties during Sunday’s ceremony in London. […]

John Oliver on Elon Musk’s X: ‘Now worse than useless’
TechnologyThe Guardian1d ago

John Oliver on Elon Musk’s X: ‘Now worse than useless’

Last Week Tonight host delved into the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in relation to the Epstein files and Musk’s poisonous ownership of X On his new episode of Last Week Tonight, John Oliver wasted no time digging into the files related to late pedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, which has once again ensnared former prince Andrew. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, as he is now known after being stripped of his royal titles for his connection to Epstein, was arrested last week – the first ar...

Man Shares Experience with Under-Eye Surgery
HealthBusiness Insider1d ago

Man Shares Experience with Under-Eye Surgery

A 55-year-old man, John Fleming, shares his positive experience with lower blepharoplasty, an under-eye surgery he underwent to address bags under his eyes, noting the recovery was not painful and improved his appearance.

Better Know Your Blue Jays 40-man: Cody Ponce
SportYahoo1d ago

Better Know Your Blue Jays 40-man: Cody Ponce

Cody Ponce is a 6’6”, 31-year-old (32 on April 25th), right-handed pitcher. I wonder if we could get him to recreate the Jon Rauch explosion at umpire Alfonso Marquez where John Farrell tried to hold him back from punching the umpire. The Jays signed Ponce on December 2nd of last year to a three-year, $30 […]