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But Trump’s remarks in his hometown, New York City, which went for more than an hour, were overshadowed by comments made by warm-up speakers in the roughly five hours before his prime-time address. It was the lesser-known speakers before Trump took the stage, however, who made big waves outside the arena. Stay on message.”The Trump campaign sought to distance itself from Hinchcliffe’s routine. His campaign has said such events are “high-impact settings” where his remarks will break through in the key battlegrounds. But that rally wasn’t at the venue simply known as The Garden, a staple in New York City and a place Trump has long wanted to campaign at.

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☆ Analysis: How a night of fighting words upended the election
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Tom Foreman | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +22 min

“We’ve got to take a look at what I was left when I became president.” Biden rises to the challenge. Former President Donald Trump, left, and President Joe Biden take part in the CNN presidential debate on June 27. “I would say that there was a time period in which it felt like Donald Trump couldn’t lose,” she says. “Donald Trump knows how to turn every moment into victimhood,” pollster Frank Luntz notes on CNN. A crowd waits in the sun for Donald Trump to speak at an event in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13.

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☆ Trump rally underscored by racist rhetoric, Beyoncé rallies for Harris
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Erica Star Domena | Selima Hussain | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Elon Musk voiced his support for Donald Trump at a New York City campaign rally Sunday, but the event was underscored by crude and racist commentary from other speakers. Meanwhile, celebrities like Beyoncé and Michelle Obama are backing Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.

Persons: Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Michelle Obama, Kamala Harris Organizations: New York City Locations: New York

☆ Saoirse Ronan praised for her comment about violence against women
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Lisa Respers France | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —With just a few words, Saoirse Ronan summed up a major issue for women. Mescal, who costarred with Redmayne in the 2023 film “Foe,” added his two cents. “Who is actually going to think about that?,” he said. “Saoirse Ronan is a queen,” one person wrote on X. “Men need a reminder what it’s like being a woman so they can appreciate their privilege.

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☆ 49ers lineman Nick Bosa fined by NFL for crashing teammates’ interview with MAGA hat
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

“I haven’t got one yet, but if it comes, it comes, It was well worth it,” Bosa said. #BOSAFORTRUMP.”When Bosa came out after the game to speak to the media, he was no longer wearing the 'Make America Great Again' hat. Trump railed against Kaepernick and other protesting players and called on the NFL to take punitive measures against them. Upon Bosa being drafted into the NFL, Trump offered his support for the defensive end. “Congratulations to Nick Bosa on being picked number two in the NFL Draft.

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☆ Erik ten Hag fired as manager of Premier League giant Manchester United
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Ben Church | Aleks Klosok | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

CNN —Manchester United has confirmed manager Erik ten Hag has “left his role” at the club after a poor start to the new season. Despite the team failing to impress for large periods last season, the club’s new hierarchy appeared to back ten Hag, despite the team finishing eighth in the Premier League. Analysis by CNN Sport’s Aleks KlosokThe autopsy of ten Hag’s reign at Manchester United is at once a messy and clean dissection; the very definition of soccer’s Jekyll and Hyde. Identity complexLooking at the Premier League class of 2024, one could identify a playing style for 18 of the 20 teams in division. Ten Hag cut a frustrated figure in his last game in charge of Manchester United on Sunday.

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☆ Colin Farrell finishes Dublin Marathon while pushing friend in a wheelchair
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Lianne Kolirin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Colin Farrell took time out from his acting schedule on Sunday to complete the Dublin Marathon – while pushing an old friend in a wheelchair. The 48-year-old star ran the final 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) of the 26-mile race while pushing his friend Emma Fogarty, who lives with a rare skin condition, across the finishing line. I’ll never forget it.”Also speaking to PA, Fogarty said: “This was a dream come true for me and I want to thank Colin, who has been the most supportive, generous and loyal friend I could wish for. “He has always shown his compassion and empathy for people living with EB and is a true champion in my eyes. Earlier this year, Farrell launched the Colin Farrell Foundation to provide support for families who have adult children living with intellectual disabilities.

Persons: Colin Farrell, Emma Fogarty, Farrell, Fogarty, –, Oscar, ”, bullosa, Dan Clohessy, Shutterstock Farrell, Emma, I’ll, Colin, DEBRA, James Organizations: CNN, Dublin Marathon, PA Media, HBO, Warner Bros ., EB, Colin Farrell Foundation Locations: Ireland

☆ Dwyane Wade’s new statue goes viral after Miami Heat unveiling and more from around the NBA on Sunday
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —Dwyane Wade’s status as a Miami Heat legend was further cemented on Sunday as the franchise unveiled an eight-foot statue of the three-time NBA champion. The 42-year-old played 16 seasons in the NBA and was selected as an All-Star 13 times before retiring in 2019. One comment on an Instagram video of the unveiling said that the statue better resembled Laurence Fishburne as ’Morpheus’ from the movie ‘The Matrix’ than Wade. Fans criticized the likeness of the statue although Wade himself didn't seem too bothered and was relishing the moment. Tyrese Haliburton led the way for the Pacers with 22 points but still looks a long way off last season’s form.

Persons: Wade, “, ” Wade, Cristiano Ronaldo, Laurence Fishburne, Morpheus ’, Will Manso, didn't, Michael Laughlin, ”, we’re, Miami’s, Steph Curry, Curry, Steve Kerr, “ He’s, ” Kerr, ” Curry, Andrew Wiggins, Nic Coury, James Harden, Ivica Zubac, Tyrese Maxey, Tyrese Haliburton, Maxey, Philly, Joel Embiid, Paul George Organizations: CNN, Dwyane, Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls, NBA, Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Madeira Airport, Twitter, Heat, Detroit Pistons, Warriors, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, AP, Clippers, Sixers, Philadelphia 76ers, Indiana Pacers, Pacers, Indiana Pacers Los Angeles Clippers, Golden State Warriors Milwaukee Bucks, Brooklyn Nets New Orleans Pelicans, Portland Trail Blazers Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder Locations: Wade

☆ Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí win men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or awards
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Thomas Schlachter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

CNN —It was a successful night for Spanish soccer at the Ballon d’Or awards ceremony – the annual soccer awards celebrating the best players in the men’s and women’s game. Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri won his first Ballon d’Or, while Barcelona and Spain star Aitana Bonmatí won her second consecutive Ballon d’Or Féminin during Monday’s presentation. Rodri credited his improvement in the final third in helping him win the award. Franck Fife/AFP/Getty ImagesBonmatí was once again crucial to Barcelona Femení’s success this year and won her second consecutive Ballon d’Or award. Lamine Yamal won the Kopa Trophy – the award given to the best under 21 player in men’s football.

Persons: Rodri, Ballon d’Or, Aitana Bonmatí, d’Or, Lamine Yamal, ” Rodri, “, Real Madrid’s Vinícius, Jude Bellingham, Franck Fife, Bonmatí, “ I’m, ” Bonmati, Natalie Portman, it’s, you’ve, ” Portman, Caroline Graham Hansen, Salma Paralluelo, Graham Hansen, Paralluelo, Caroline, Salma, Yamal, Pedro Salado, Ballon, Aitana, Spain Gerd Müller, Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé, Emiliano Martínez, Spain Socrates, Jennifer Hermoso, Women’s Johan Cruyff, Emma Hayes, USA Men’s Johan Cruyff, Carlo Ancelotti Organizations: CNN, Spanish, Ballon, Manchester City, Manchester City’s, League, Real Madrid, La Liga, Getty, Barcelona, Liga F, Champions League, la Reina, Hollywood, Spain, Real, Bayern, PSG, France Yashin, Aston Villa, Argentina Kopa, Club Tigres Femenil, Real Madrid Women’s Club, Men’s Locations: Spain, Barcelona, Spanish, Paris, Real, Bellingham, AFP, Real Madrid, El, Manchester City, Aitana Bonmatí, Bayern Munich, England, Chelsea, USA

☆ Nick Bosa: 49ers lineman crashes teammates’ interview to show support for Donald Trump with MAGA hat
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —San Francisco 49ers star Nick Bosa crashed his teammates’ postgame interview on Sunday to show his support for former President Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election with a hat emblazoned with Trump’s slogan: Make America Great Again. “All right, Nick Bosa with a message there,” Stark said as Bosa jogged off camera. I apologize for that.”Kaepernick started the movement of NFL players kneeling for the “Star-Spangled Banner” to protest police brutality and racism. Upon Bosa being drafted into the NFL, Trump offered his support for the defensive end. “Congratulations to Nick Bosa on being picked number two in the NFL Draft.

Persons: Nick Bosa, Donald Trump, Bosa, Brock Purdy, George Kittle, Isaac Guerendo, NBC’s Melissa Stark, ” Stark, “ I’m, Pro Bowler, Kamala Harris, Cheryl, Cheryl Bosa, ”, Trump, Colin Kaepernick, ” Bosa, “, ” Kaepernick, Kaepernick, ” Trump Organizations: CNN, San Francisco 49ers, 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, Trump, Republican, Democrat, NFL, Ohio State, 49er, “, ESPN, San Locations: Purdy, San Francisco

☆ Dwyane Wade’s new statue has people talking. Here’s a look at six other sports statues that went viral
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Samuel Joseph | Sam Joseph | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

The Miami Heat revealed a statue of franchise legend and basketball Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade on Sunday, with the design of the statue immediately going viral and drawing some unwanted comparisons. The statue’s design – which depicts Johnson in various stages of pitching motion – is certainly unique. While the champion does get to take home some silverware, they also receive the distinction of seeing their likeness transformed into a terracotta statue. Andy Murray poses alongside his terracotta sculpture. Mohamed SalahQuestionable statues of soccer superstars seem to be somewhat of a theme.

Persons: Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade, “, ” Wade, Wade, Michael Laughlin, Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, António Costa, Ronaldo, Armando Franca, Niall Quinn, John Arne Riise, Emmanuel Santos, Jesus, ” Santos, “ Cristiano, ” Walter Johnson, of Famer Walter Johnson, Johnson, Johnson’s, Henry Thomas, Walter Johnson's, Win McNamee, ”, Andy Murray, Matthew Stockman, Diego Maradona, – Maradona, Maradona, Diego Maradona's, Rupak De Chowdhuri, Mohamed Salah, Mohamed Salah's, Sharm El Sheikh, Mai Abdel Allah, Egypt’s, ” David Beckham David Beckham’s, Beckham, David Beckham's, Anna Webber Organizations: CNN, Miami Heat, Hall of Famer, Real Madrid, Liverpool, Portuguese, Globo Sports, of Famer, Washington Nationals, Washington Senators, Minnesota Twins, Shanghai Masters, Army, Diego Maradona Soccer, Napoli, Sky Sports, Reuters, Getty, Major League Soccer, Los Angeles Galaxy Locations: Madeira , Portugal, Portuguese, Republic of, Madeira, Kolkata, India, Liverpool, Egypt, Sharm El, AFP, Ahram, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City

☆ Chris Brown’s history of violence revisited in new documentary
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Elizabeth Wagmeister | Dan Heching | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

CNN —Chris Brown’s history of violence is back in the spotlight with a new documentary focusing on years-old accusations against the singer, including his 2009 assault of Rihanna. The report prompted a police investigation that could have threatened Brown’s probation, but no charge was ever filed. In July 2013, Brown’s probation was revoked after he was accused of hit-and-run driving and driving without a license. It is produced with the global domestic violence initiative, No More, and is airing as part of the network’s “No Excuse for Abuse” campaign and commitment to domestic violence survivors. Editor’s Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with intimate partner violence, there are resources available, including the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

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☆ Gérard Depardieu won’t appear in a French court for his trial on sexual assault charges
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Story Associated Press | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Paris AP —French actor Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for alleged sexual assaults on two women on a film set in 2021, won’t appear before a criminal court in Paris on Monday due to health reasons, his lawyer said. The trial was scheduled as France continues to reckon with sexual violence in the wake of the #MeToo movement that initially struggled to find traction, especially in the cinema industry. About 100 people gathered outside the court on Monday, some holding signs, responding to a call from several feminist groups to show support for victims of sexual violence. The month before the incident, another woman working on the film set had complained about Depardieu, prosecutors said. He has been a global ambassador for French film and enjoyed international fame with several roles in Hollywood.

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A sexual abuse lawsuit alleges Sean Combs raped a 10-year-old boy at an audition in NYC in 2005. The lawsuit alleges the child was given a soda to drink, then lost consciousness. "You have to do some stuff you don't want to do sometimes," the lawsuit alleges Combs soon told him, pushing him down. Combs replied that if Plaintiff told anyone about what had happened, he would hurt Plaintiff's mom and dad badly," the lawsuit alleges. The federal indictment alleges Combs used his position of power to carry out crimes.

Persons: Sean Combs, Combs, —, Sean, Diddy, Plaintiff, we've, Sean John Organizations: Service, Plaintiff, Buzbee, Bad Boy Records, Combs Enterprise, Combs Locations: New York City, California, New York, Manhattan's, Los Angeles, Brooklyn

The hum of a peaceful New York City afternoon was broken by chaos Sunday as Washington Square Park played host to a viral Timothée Chalamet lookalike competition. Miles Mitchell, left, winner of the Timothée Chalamet lookalike contest, came dressed as Willy Wonka, whom Chalamet, right played in the film “Wonka.” AP; Warner Bros. I’m gonna win $50.”As Washington Square Park became overcrowded, the red carpet (yes, a real red carpet) was uprooted and the Timothées began a panicked pilgrimage to a smaller park nearby. Contestants gather for the Timothée Chalamet lookalike contest in Washington Square Park in New York on Sunday. Stefan Jeremiah / AP“I really love Timothée.

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☆ They were the top two seeds in the NFC. Now they’re both in danger of missing the playoffs.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Rohan Nadkarni | Rohan Nadkarni Is A Sports Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +5 min

Both franchises have made the playoffs in three straight seasons, with Dallas winning 12 games each from 2021 to 2024. Last year, the 49ers were the top seed in the NFC, while the Cowboys finished second. Entering their Week 8 showdown on “Sunday Night Football,” Dallas and San Francisco have been two of the more disappointing teams in the NFL. After having thrown only 15 interceptions in his first 25 games, he has thrown seven in seven games this season. The Cowboys were fifth in opponent yards per game last season and have fallen to 24th this season.

Persons: hasn’t, ”, what’s, Christian McCaffrey, Dre Greenlaw, Javon Hargrave, Trent Williams, Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, Dallas, Micah Parsons, DeMarcus Lawrence, Eric Kendricks, DaRon Bland —, — hasn’t, McCaffrey, Brock Purdy, Dallas ’, Mike Zimmer, Dan Quinn, Jerry Jones, “, ” Jones, there’s, Jones, Derrick Henry, Henry, It’s Organizations: San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, NFC, Super Bowl, 49ers, Cowboys, Dallas, Super, Sunday, NFL, The Cowboys, Star, Niners Locations: San Francisco, ” Dallas, Francisco, Washington, Dallas

It’s a feeling permeating the heavily Jewish neighborhood — and one that has affected how the swing-state community has processed the 2024 election. Amid a somber anniversary and with Election Day on the horizon, concerns about rising antisemitism are at the forefront of many voters’ minds. “I don’t believe a word Trump says, period, much less how he is trying to court Jewish voters. Republicans are aiming to make inroads with Jewish voters and chip away at the margins, with groups including the Republican Jewish Coalition spending big on ads like one featuring three Jewish women discussing antisemitism at an iconic Jewish deli in the Philadelphia suburbs. He says the Jewish community has felt a “political awakening” after the terror attacks on Oct. 7, and if that does not manifest in the presidential race, there could be signs of it in down-ballot races.

Persons: Seth Adelson, ” Adelson, ”, Rona Kaufman, John Kerry’s, Barack Obama’s, Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, I’m, Harris, ” Kaufman, Kaufman, Lynda Wrenn, Trump, Wrenn, Trump’s, John Kelly, Adolf Hitler, ” Harris, David, Joe Biden, “, Jackie Orlanksy, Barbara Walko, ” Walko, Orlasnky, Doug Emhoff, ” Orlanksy, Walko, Summer Lee, Democratic Sen, Bob Casey, Lee, Lee’s, Jeremy Kazzaz Organizations: PITTSBURGH, Beth Shalom Synagogue, Democratic, Democratic Party, Republican, NBC News, The New York Times, Trump, Brandeis University, Jewish, Republican Jewish Coalition, Democratic Rep, Beacon Coalition, Jewish American Locations: Beth, Israel, Gaza, Squirrel Hill, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh

☆ From Michelle Obama to Bella Hadid, celebrities are piling into the soda business
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Jordan Hart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementFrom former first lady Michelle Obama to supermodel Bella Hadid, celebrities are piling into the soda business. Poppi and Olipop, two of the most popular prebiotic soda brands, have exploded in popularity since 2020. Just as social media helped celebrity makeup lines sell, Falorni said their drink brands have the same potential. When it comes to celebrity beauty and wellness brands, Contois said people usually hope there's a "magical elixir" that will elevate their own life. Famous booze-free beverage founders could also follow the well-trodden path of celebs creating alcoholic drink brands and then selling them for a lot of cash.

Persons: —, Michelle Obama, Bella Hadid, Emily Contois, Contois, Poppi, influencers, Filippo Falorni, Falorni, Blake Lively, Betty Buzz, Katy Perry, Obama, Citi's Falorni, George Clooney's, Ryan Reynolds Organizations: Service, Pepsi, Citi, Tulsa University, YouTube, Obama, Cola, PepsiCo, Diageo

☆ Nicole Kidman says she is taking on so many roles because she wants to 'create jobs for people'
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Nicole Kidman has opened up on why she is taking on so many acting roles. "I can create more work for people. I can create jobs for people," she told Variety. Stefania D'Alessandro/WireImage/Getty ImagesIt isn't the first time that Kidman has spoken about her dedication to helping create job opportunities in Hollywood. In 2017, the star said she made an active effort to work with female directors to help get more women into such roles.

Persons: Nicole Kidman, —, Taylor Sheridan, Kidman, Halina Reijn, Stefania D'Alessandro, that's Organizations: Service, Venice Film, Venice, Sydney Morning Herald Locations: Dutch, Venice, Hollywood

☆ Israeli MP behind bill to expel key UN agency accuses US of interfering with process
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Dana Karni | Tim Lister | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

The Israeli government has claimed that some of the UN Relief and Works Agency’s (UNRWA) staff are affiliated with Hamas. UNRWA has strongly denied the allegations, but several governments suspended funding for the agency earlier this year while the allegations were investigated. The MP, Yulia Malinovsky, told CNN that US Ambassador Jacob Lew has contacted several opposition leaders, including Avigdor Lieberman, Yair Lapid and Benny Gantz, in an effort to get the legislation stopped. The US State Department told CNN that as a matter of policy, it would not comment on private diplomatic conversations. Malinovsky told CNN that she is determined UNRWA should no longer receive “five-star treatment” in Israel.

Persons: Yulia Malinovsky, Jacob Lew, Avigdor Lieberman, Yair Lapid, Benny Gantz, Daniel Hagari, Nukhba, Israel Katz, Antonio Guterres, “, ’, Antony Blinken, Lloyd Austin, Biden, Malinovsky, ” Malinovsky, UNRWA “, ” Organizations: CNN, UN, West Bank, UN Relief and Works Agency, UN Relief, Hamas, UNRWA, US State Department, West, Israel Defense Forces, US, Canada Locations: Gaza, Israel, West Bank, Lebanon, Jordan, ”, Australia, France, Germany, Japan, South Korea

☆ Lifting the lid: An inside look at the technology that fuels Formula One success
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

F1 races are often decided by tenths of seconds, and technological advancements can make or break a team's time on the circuit. "Formula One is all about performance, and it's performance which drives success on the racetrack. "Without all four of them operating at a very high level, it's very difficult to have real success," Waterhouse added. James Vowles, team principal for Williams Racing, said he spends about 30% of his time on technology. Watch the video above for an in-depth look at the technology that fuels F1 success, featuring interviews with Formula One Group CEO Stefano Domenicali, McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown, Williams Racing Team Principal James Vowles, Scuderia Ferrari HP Team Principal Fréd Vasseur and more.

Persons: Ben Waterhouse, Waterhouse, Dan Keyworth, James Vowles, Vowles, Stefano Domenicali, Zak Brown, Fréd Vasseur Organizations: Oracle Red Bull, McLaren Racing, Williams Racing, Formula One, McLaren, Ferrari HP

☆ Harris makes final push to close gap with male voters
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Aaron Pellish | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

The ads are part of an effort to energize male voters as Harris seeks to narrow the gender gap in support for her and for former President Donald Trump. A CNN national poll of likely voters released on Friday found Trump has the support of 51% of men compared with Harris’ 45% support among male voters. Tim Walz, are continuing their outreach to male voters with campaign events, interviews and digital media content. Do I look like a country club kind of guy?”The Trump campaign has also made a point of courting male voters. Harris campaign spokesperson Ian Sams said in an MSNBC interview on Thursday that the Harris campaign has been in touch with Rogan but an interview has not been scheduled.

Persons: Kamala Harris, Trump, Harris, Donald Trump, Tim Walz, Walz, Alexandria Ocasio, Cortez, Shannon Sharpe’s, Stephen Jackson, Matt Barnes, Doc Rivers, ”, Milwaukee, Donald, We’re, Philly, Chris, “ Donald Trump, “, Joe Rogan, Ian Sams, Rogan, Michelle Obama Organizations: CNN, Pittsburgh Steelers, Minnesota Gov, Madden NFL, New York Rep, NFL, NBA, Harvard, Trump, Milwaukee Bucks, Republican National Convention, Pittsburgh Locations: Milwaukee , Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Alexandria, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Milwaukee, Michigan, Kalamazoo , Michigan

☆ Andrew Webber's forever war
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Sam Fellman | Ryan Pickrell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +38 min

Like others in Chosen Company, Webber had been drawn to Ukraine for reasons he couldn't quite explain. AdvertisementNow, as Webber and his fellow members of Chosen Company got acquainted in the bar, uncertainty hung over the gathering. One showed an assault team clearing a World War I-style bunker, using live rounds. AdvertisementCats are everywhere on the front lines in Ukraine; Webber rescued one from a building under fire. "It seemed like he had stuff he was working on," says O'Leary, the CO of Chosen Company.

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☆ 'Shark Tank' star Kevin O'Leary once said buying lunch or coffee is like burning money — and risks delaying retirement
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Theron Mohamed | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Buying lunch or a cup of coffee is a stupid waste of money, Kevin O'Leary says. "You go to work, you spend $15 on a sandwich — what are you, an idiot?" In "Cold Hard Truth on Men, Women & Money," O'Leary spelled out the dangers of squandered cash. "Ghost Money is dead money, money wasted on stupid things, money that should have been invested instead," he said in the 2012 book, complaining about "how casually money is flushed down the toilet." Related stories"Stop buying coffee for $5.50," O'Leary said, bemoaning that 15% to 20% of many people's daily spending is on "stupid stuff."

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☆ Fact check: 32 false claims Trump made to Joe Rogan
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Daniel Dale | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +20 min

Here is a fact check of 32 false claims Trump made to Rogan. The number of migrants: Trump claimed that at least “21 million” people have illegally crossed the border during the Biden administration. Trump’s Las Vegas crowd size: In his latest exaggeration about crowd sizes, Trump claimed there were “29,000 people” at his event the night prior. Foreign policyTrump and ISIS: Repeating one of his regular false claims, Trump said, “We defeated ISIS in record time. (This appeared to be an inadvertent mistake by Trump, but his claim was still inaccurate, and Trump has repeatedly bashed Biden over such mix-ups.)

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