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☆ Inside the ‘brutal’ logistical challenge of staging a Formula One Grand Prix
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-06 | by ( Jack Bantock | Bijan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

“We’re talking about as many as 4,000 people (team staff) traveling to all the different races,” Duncan told CNN. Andrej Isakovic/AFP via Getty ImagesPressureSo, to take the Qatar Grand Prix as a case study, just how do they do it? That all adds up to approximately 50 tons of freight transported to every Grand Prix by each team. Mechanics work on Alonso's car ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix. Haas' Nico Hulkenberg on track during practice ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail International Circuit on November 29.

Persons: Liam Parker, “, ”, Phil Duncan, ” Duncan, Andrej Isakovic, It’s, Aston Martin, Joe Micklewright, –, snagging, Micklewright, Mahmud Hams, “ We’ve, – Micklewright, Fernando Alonso’s, ” Micklewright, you’ve, You’ve, ’, Haas, Neil Hanley, Hanley, Haas –, we’ve, Nico Hulkenberg, Clive Mason, ” Hanley, haven’t Organizations: Qatar CNN —, Lusail, Prix, CNN, Getty, Qatar, Aston, Doha, US, Constructors, Circuit Locations: Doha, Qatar, Abu Dhabi, AFP, Las Vegas, Australia, ”, Silverstone, England, Italy

☆ Village People front man says ‘YMCA’ isn’t a gay anthem – and he’ll sue anyone who disagrees
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-06 | by ( Lianne Kolirin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

is somehow a gay anthem,” Willis, who wrote the lyrics for the 1978 hit, said on Facebook on Monday. “As I’ve said numerous times in the past, that is a false assumption based on the fact that my writing partner was gay, and some (not all) of Village People were gay, and that the first Village People album was totally about gay life. It is not.”The song, from the band’s third studio album, “Cruisin,’” has spent years as an informal anthem of the LGBTQ community. Willis said that when writing the song he had no idea that the YMCA was “a hang out for gays.”He said: “I therefore wrote Y.M.C.A. is somehow a gay anthem because such notion is based solely on the song’s lyrics alluding to elicit activity for which it does not.

Persons: ” Victor Willis, Jacques Morali, “ There’s, ” Willis, I’ve, ’ ”, Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Lago, Michael Ochs, Willis, Association –, ”, “ Organizations: CNN, “ YMCA, Facebook, People, YMCA, Casablanca Records, Michael Ochs Archives, ABBA, Foo Fighters, Trump, Young Men’s, Association Locations: ”, Mar, London, San Francisco

☆ 10 of the best snacks to make in an air fryer, according to chefs
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-06 | by ( Sophia Mitrokostas | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementProfessional chefs told Insider the best sweet and savory snacks to make in the air fryer. AdvertisementTransform leftover pasta into a crunchy treatExecutive chef Garrison Price told Insider that he loves using the air fryer to turn cooked pasta into bite-sized snacks. AdvertisementThe air fryer is great for making crunchy chickpeasCarlo told Insider that crunchy chickpeas are her favorite air-fryer snacks. "A traditional fryer can leave Brussels sprouts greasy and overcooked, but you don't have those worries with an air fryer," Curren told Insider. Simply cut the pizza into smaller pieces and pop them in the air fryer for five to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling.

Persons: fryer, Fry, they're, Chris Curren, Curren, Garrison Price, Price, Linda Parton, Shuttershock, Monti Carlo, Carlo, Carlos Martins, julie deshaies, Shuttershock Curren Organizations: Chefs Locations: Buffalo, New Orleans, Central, Brussels

☆ Five memorable moments from an Formula One season unlike any other
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-06 | by ( Samuel Joseph | Sam Joseph | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

CNN —Heading into the 2024 Formula One season, many fans feared it would be more of the same. With the final race of the season taking place this Sunday in Abu Dhabi, here’s a look back at five moments to remember from a breathtaking F1 season. Joe Klamar/AFP/Getty ImagesThe Austrian Grand Prix turned out to be a flashpoint in the championship battle. The Australian took his first career Grand Prix victory in Hungary earlier this year, though it was not without controversy. The grid says goodbye to Danny RicDaniel Ricciardo climbs into the cockpit of his VCARB 01 for the final time at the Singapore Grand Prix.

Persons: Max Verstappen, Red Bull, Verstappen, …, Miguel Schincariol, Lando Norris, Lewis Hamilton, Sergio Pérez, hasn’t, Norris, “ It’s, ”, couldn’t, Kelly Piquet –, Nelson Piquet –, Austria Verstappen, Joe Klamar, Mercedes ’ George Russell, Norris ’, Oscar Piastri, Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz, ” Norris, ” Verstappen, It’s, ” Hamilton, Silverstone, Mark Thompson, Hamilton, Mercedes, McLaren, “ There’s, Ferenc Isza, Piastri, Will Joseph, Danny Ric Daniel Ricciardo, Rudy Carezzevoli, Daniel Ricciardo, Liam Lawson, Ricciardo, Lawson, “, don’t, you’re Organizations: CNN, Verstappen, Constructors, Prix, São Paulo, Getty, McLaren, Brit, Sky Sports, Hamilton, Silverstone, Ferrari, Silver Arrows, Team, Australian, Singapore, Red Bull, RB, CNN Sport, Formula Locations: Abu Dhabi, Brazil, AFP, Spain, Las Vegas, Sin City, Austria, Austrian, Hamilton, British, Hungary, Hungarian, Singapore, fermé

☆ Randy Moss: NFL legend to take extended leave from ESPN role amid health issue
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-06 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —NFL legend Randy Moss is set to take some time away from his punditry work on ESPN, the network announced on Friday, due to an unknown health issue. He then addressed the issue at the top of ESPN’s coverage of “Sunday NFL Countdown.”“I just wanted to share something with you all,” the 47-year-old said. Moss has not revealed any details about what he is battling and has not commented publicly since ESPN released its statement on Friday. The NFL legend played 14 seasons in the league, most notably with the Minnesota Vikings and the New England Patriots. On Friday, the Vikings responded to ESPN’s statement with a message on social media that read: “Praying for our guy @RandyMoss.”

Persons: Randy Moss, ”, Randy, Moss, ” “, “ Organizations: CNN, NFL, ESPN, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, Vikings

☆ My son's soccer team only won one game all season. I helped coach, and losing brought us closer together.
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-06 | by ( Tara Calihman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementWhen my son asked to join a soccer team, I signed him up right away. I was asked to help coach the team, and though I knew nothing about the sport, I agreed. The team only won one game, but we all learned a lot about being resilient. Related VideoI was asked to help coach even though I knew nothing about soccerA few days after doing so, I received a call from the club's upper management. It turns out that soccer is an amazing game and one that I loved learning about over the course of the very long season.

Persons: I'd, Ted Lasso, wouldn't, —, Tara Calihman, bode Organizations: soccer

☆ Former Olympic champion Charlotte Dujardin suspended from equestrian for a year over whipping scandal
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-05 | by ( Colin Millar | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementDujardin’s sanction comes after a video emerged in July 2024 of the double Olympic dressage champion whipping a horse repeatedly four years previously, which saw her withdraw from the Paris Olympic Games. After the video emerged in the summer, Dujardin withdrew from the Paris Games and said she had made “an error of judgement” during a coaching session. The FEI added that since the video emerged, it has not received any further complaints about Dujardin’s conduct. Charlotte Dujardin, Britain's joint-most decorated female Olympian, has been provisionally suspended & will not compete at Paris 2024. Dujardin had been due to compete in the team and individual dressage in Paris.

Persons: Charlotte Dujardin, —, Dujardin, “, ”, Britain's, Sabrina Ibanez, ” Dujardin, Laura Kenny, Kenny, Bradley Collyer Organizations: GB’s, Federation Equestre Internationale, Paris Olympic Games, FEI, National Federation, Paris Games, British Equestrian Federation, British Dressage, Olympic, Royal Society for, Animals, Rio, Tokyo Locations: Paris

The CNBC Sport videocast brings you interviews with the biggest names in the business. In this week's episode, CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber. They talk about the league's unprecedented deal with Apple, Lionel Messi's effect on business, the upcoming MLS Cup final and the growth of soccer in the U.S.Watch the full conversation above, and sign up to receive future editions of the CNBC Sport newsletter straight to your inbox.

Persons: CNBC's Alex Sherman, Don Garber, Lionel Messi's Organizations: CNBC, videocast, Major League Soccer, Apple, MLS, U.S . Locations: U.S

☆ Caitlin Clark debuts in Sportico’s highest-paid female athletes list while Coco Gauff is at No. 1 for second year in a row
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-05 | by ( Thomas Schlachter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Basketball sensation Caitlin Clark has featured on the list of the highest-paid female athletes for the first time while Coco Gauff tops the standings for the second year in a row, according to Sportico’s 2024 rankings. Away from tennis, Gauff made history by becoming the youngest Team USA flag bearer at the Olympics and the first tennis player to carry the flag for the US. Coco Gauff has topped Sportico's list of the highest-paid female athletes for the second year in a row. The Fever superstar also set rookie season records for both points and three-pointers made and became the first rookie to get a triple-double. Tennis’ dominanceAlongside Gauff, tennis dominated Sportico’s top 15.

Persons: Caitlin Clark, Coco Gauff, Gauff, Eileen Gu, Matthew Stockman, Nelly Korda, Korda, Simone Biles, Biles, Clark, Świątek, Zheng Qinwen, Aryna, Naomi Osaka, Emma Raducanu, Jasmine Paolini, Jessica Pegula, Elena Rybakina, Jeeno, Lydia Ko Organizations: CNN, Team USA, Olympics, WNBA, Indiana, Women’s Soccer League, Cincinnati, Tennis, Sportico’s, American Locations: China, Paris

Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber said the state of soccer in the U.S. is strong and Apple subscriptions are exceeding expectations as the league prepares for the MLS Cup on Saturday. And that enthusiasm translated to watching games outside the stadium, too. We have more people watching our games," Garber said. Yet the soccer commissioner said he's exceedingly happy with the relationship, noting that Apple gives MLS the platform to make every single game a national game. Meanwhile, Garber is preparing for the 2024 MLS Cup to kick off in Los Angeles on Saturday.

Persons: Don Garber, Alex Sherman, Garber, he's, Lionel Messi, Messi Organizations: Major League Soccer, MLS, CNBC, Apple, LA Galaxy, New York Red Bulls, Adidas Locations: U.S, Los Angeles

☆ Charlotte Dujardin: British dressage rider suspended for excessively whipping a horse
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-05 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —British dressage star Charlotte Dujardin has been fined and suspended for a year after a video emerged of her repeatedly whipping a horse during training. It showed Dujardin whipping a horse more than 20 times. “I understand the responsibility that comes with my position in the sport, and I will forever aim to do better. The 39-year-old could have become the most decorated British female Olympian of all time in Paris, surpassing cyclist Laura Kenny. We believe this outcome reaffirms the FEI’s commitment to equine welfare and to its role as guardian of our equine partners.”

Persons: Charlotte Dujardin, “, backdated, Dujardin, ” Dujardin, Laura Kenny, ”, Sabrina Ibáñez Organizations: CNN, Paris Games, FEI, equestrian’s, “, Olympic Locations: British, Paris

☆ CNBC Sport: Broadcast TV counting on Trump to accelerate regional sports rights land grab
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-05 | by ( Alex Sherman | In Alex-Sherman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +17 min

Gray Media , owner of local TV stations and digital assets serving 113 TV markets? The bearish sentiment on the industry has been pretty straightforward: as more people cancel traditional pay TV, fewer households watch broadcast TV, opting instead for streaming services like Netflix and Disney+. Additionally, the Federal Communications Commission mandates the total number of TV stations owned by any company can cover a maximum of 39% of the U.S. Tegna now owns local rights for the WNBA's Indiana Fever and the NHL's Seattle Kraken. Gray Media , owner of local TV stations and digital assets serving 113 TV markets?

Persons: Alex Sherman, Donald Trump, Trump, Brendan Carr, Carr, Chris Ripley, Sinclair, Gray, Tegna, Kerry Bubolz, he's, Bubolz, We're, Adam Symson, Symson, We've, Lazard, Stephen Finkel, Finkel, He'll, – Manoel Carvalho, Bryan Tannenbaum, Carvalho, Tannenbaum, Don Garber, Lionel Messi's, Garber, Mark Clouse, Russell Wilson, Wilson, Bo Nix, It's, Jimmy Pitaro, CNBC's Lillian Rizzo, Al Michaels, CNBC's, Andrew Luck, Randall Stephenson, Stephenson, Brandon Bell Organizations: CNBC, Sinclair, Gray Media, Scripps, Netflix, Disney, Warner Bros, Discovery, Paramount Global, Comcast, NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox, Federal Communications Commission, FCC, National Association of Broadcasters, Big Tech, NAB, Vegas Golden Knights, Vegas Golden Knights , Utah Hockey Club, Florida Panthers, NBA's Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers, New Orleans Pelicans, Oklahoma City Thunder, Milwaukee Bucks, Las Vegas Aces, Phoenix Mercury, Atlanta, Indiana Fever, Utah Jazz, Portland Trailblazers, Golden Knights President, Knights, MLB, NBA, NHL, WNBA, Lazard, Credit Suisse, Rothschild, Guggenheim Securities, Guggenheim, MLS, League Soccer's, LA Galaxy, New York Red Bulls, Apple, NFL, Washington Commanders, Denver Broncos, Pittsburgh Steelers, AFC, Broncos, CNBC Sport, ESPN, Football, Sports, FIFA Club, Javits, Golden State, Stanford football, Stanford, AT, University of Oklahoma, OU, SpaceX, Reuters Locations: U.S, Vegas Golden Knights ,, Seattle, Pacific, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Arizona, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Reno, New York, Campbell's, New York City, Brownsville , Texas

☆ Grand Sumo Tournament: London set to host second official pro contest ever outside of Japan
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-05 | by ( Amy Woodyatt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Elite sumo is rarely staged outside of Japan, and the spectacle, running from October 15-19, 2025, will be the first in the UK in 34 years. This comes three decades after the 1991 basho, also at the Royal Albert Hall, became first official Sumo tournament to be staged outside of Japan. Sumo wrestling, which is dictated by ritual and tradition, remains virtually unchanged since becoming a professional sport in early-17th-century Japan. James Ainscough, Chief Executive of the Royal Albert Hall said: “It’s a true honour for the Royal Albert Hall to be the only venue to ever host a Sumo basho outside Japan. We can’t wait to share the rich heritage of this ancient sport with the British public, 34 years after we last hosted it.”

Persons: Royal Albert, Royal Albert Hall, basho, Hakkaku Rijicho, “, ”, James Ainscough, Sumo basho Organizations: CNN, makuuchi rikishi, Royal, Royal Albert Hall, Royal Albert, Sumo, London, Japan Sumo Association, Yokozuna Locations: London, Japan

Two national golf associations announced new gender eligibility policies Wednesday that bar transgender women who have gone through male puberty from participating in elite women’s competitions. Trans women who do not meet these requirements are still able to compete in “non-elite events and activities,” according to the association. “The LPGA has updated our Gender Policy for Competition Eligibility to uphold the fairness and integrity of our elite competitions while providing an inclusive environment for the broader LPGA community,” the LPGA’s statement says. “There is a place for all women to participate in golf through the broader LPGA community. This principle guided the creation of our Policy and will continue to guide our future.”The United States Golf Association, or USGA outlined the same puberty and testosterone requirements as the LPGA in its new gender eligibility rules.

Persons: Scotland’s Hailey Davidson, “, ” Davidson, ” Organizations: Professional Golf Association, Epson, Ladies, United States Golf Association, USGA, U.S, Women’s, Girls ’ Junior Locations: U.S

☆ This women's retailer is a surprise winner of Black Friday, Telsey says
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-04 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Victoria's Secret showed unexpected strength on Black Friday this year, according to retail analyst Dana Tesley. Victoria's Secret," the Telsey Advisory Group CEO said Tuesday on CNBC's " Money Movers ." "There were lines at Victoria's Secret stores around the country." Notably, Victoria's Secret brought its iconic fashion show back after a multiyear hiatus. VSCO YTD mountain Victoria's Secret, year to date Victoria's Secret shares have soared more than 57% this year, reversing course after two straight losing years.

Persons: Dana Tesley, Tesley, Hillary Super, LSEG, Ralph Lauren, Kohl's Organizations: Telsey, Super, Abercrombie, Fitch, Nike Locations: Ohio

☆ Lily Yohannes: The making of USWNT’s emerging teenage star
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-04 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

Considered one of most exciting talents in the women’s game, she is already a regular in Ajax’s first-team and is making waves on the international scene. But her rise to the top of the women’s game has been no accident, and it’s only just getting started. Speaking to CNN Sport, her father recalls Yohannes playing soccer with her brothers in the basement of the house, which he had converted into a small pitch with goals at either side. After joining the club’s academy, she worked up the ranks and earned her first contract with the senior women’s team in 2023. Emerging at AjaxDuring her first season with the senior team, Yohannes struck up a close bond with teammate Ashleigh Weerden – who has since signed for English side Crystal Palace.

Persons: Lily Yohannes, Ajax’s, Yohannes, Daniel ., Daniel Yohannes Yohannes, Yohannes ’, –, “, “ I’m, ”, initally, Johan Cruyff, Dennis Jullens, ” Jullens, Lily, Daniel Yohannes WV, Ajax –, Ashleigh Weerden –, Weerden, you’re, she’s, ” Weerden, She’s, Weerdan, “ She’s, USWNT, ” Lily Yohannes, Gerrit Van Keulen, Emma Hayes, Hayes, Daniel, “ We’re Organizations: CNN, US, National, CNN Sport, Loudoun, Loudoun County FC's, Ivory Coast, of Nations, Ajax, Ajax – it’s, Oranje, South, US Soccer, UEFA Women's, League, Getty, England Locations: Netherlands, Virginia, Loudoun County, Ethiopia, Europe, Amsterdam, duals, South Korea, United States

☆ LPGA and USGA update gender policies, impacting some transgender golfers
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-04 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

CNN —Two golf governing bodies – the LPGA and the USGA – announced new guidelines Wednesday requiring golfers to be female at birth or to have transitioned pre-puberty to be eligible to compete in women’s events. Athletes assigned female at birth are eligible to compete on the LPGA Tour, Epson Tour, Ladies European Tour and USGA championships and team events. Meanwhile, players assigned male at birth and who have gone through male puberty are not eligible. “Our policy is reflective of an extensive, science-based and inclusive approach,” said LPGA Commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan in a press release. The USGA defines male puberty in the same terms as the LPGA.

Persons: ”, Mollie Marcoux Samaan, Ross D, Tanner, Mike Whan, Rob Carr, Hailey Davidson, Davidson, “, ” Davidson, Joshua Safer, ” Safer, DJ Oberlin Organizations: CNN, USGA –, LPGA, Epson, European Tour, USGA, Franklin, Cleveland Clinic, Associated Press, Sinai Center, Transgender Medicine and, British, of Sports Medicine Locations: United States

☆ Tiger Woods says he’s ‘got a long way to go’ before being ready to return to competitive golf
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-04 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

The 48-year-old is not playing this week as he continues to recover from a back surgery he underwent in September. “The times I have come back here, I was ready to start competing and playing again. So when I’m ready to compete and play at this level, then I will.”Woods has not played since The Open in July at Royal Troon. Woods says he believes players should get paid $5 million each and then that be donated to charity. It’s their hometowns, where they’re from, all the different junior golf associations or endeavors that the members are involved in.

Persons: Tiger Woods, he’s “, ” Woods, ” “, “, I’ve, “ I’m, I’m, ”, Ross Kinnaird, Woods, Ryder, “ It’s Organizations: CNN, PGA Tour, Royal, Ryder Locations: Bahamas, ’

☆ Neale Fraser: Australian tennis icon dies at 91
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-03 | by ( Jamie Barton | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Neale Fraser, the icon of Australian tennis who was the last man to win singles, doubles and mixed doubles titles at a single grand slam, has died aged 91, Tennis Australia announced on Tuesday. In 1959, Fraser won the triple crown – singles, doubles and mixed doubles titles – at the US National Championships, a run which helped make him men’s singles world No. “I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my dear mate and fellow lefty, Neale Fraser,” Laver wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. Tony Feder/Getty ImagesWhen he eventually did so in 1970, Fraser won a further four Davis Cup titles before retiring in 1993. “He was like a father to me,” said Cash, who won the Davis Cup under Fraser in 1983 and 1986.

Persons: CNN — Neale Fraser, Fraser, Australia’s, Rod Laver, “, Neale Fraser, ” Laver, “ Neale, Thea, Neale’s, ”, Laver, Roy Emerson, Harry Hopman, Peter McNamara, Paul McNamee, John Fitzgerald, Pat Cash, Tony Feder, John Newcombe, Cash, ” Fraser, Philippe Chatrier Organizations: CNN, Tennis Australia, Wimbledon, US, Australia’s Davis, Davis, International Tennis Hall of Fame, Australian Tennis Hall of Fame Locations: Australia, Sweden

☆ Jakob Ingebrigtsen: Olympic champion’s father to stand trial over physical and mental abuse charges
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-03 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —The father of decorated Norwegian distance runner Jakob Ingebrigtsen will stand trial next year after being charged with physical and mental abuse of his son, Norwegian public prosecutors told CNN Sport. “I can confirm that Gjert Ingebrigtsen on November 29th was indicted by our office for physical and mental abuse of his son Jakob Ingebrigtsen,” public prosecutor Birgitte Budal Løvlund told CNN. Jakob Ingebrigtsen is one of the world’s most successful track athletes and a huge star in Norway. From left to right, Henrik, Jakob and Filip Ingebrigtsen celebrate during the 2018 European Championships in Berlin. In a story for Norwegian newspaper VG published last year, Jakob, Henrik and Filip spoke about feeling “discomfort and fear” around their father since they were children.

Persons: Jakob Ingebrigtsen, Gjert Ingebrigtsen, – Henrik, Filip, Jakob –, Ingebrigtsen, Birgitte Budal Løvlund, ” Løvlund, “, John Christian Elden, Heidi Reisvang, Elden Advokatfirma, Henrik, Jakob, Filip Ingebrigtsen, Alexander Hassenstein, “ Jakob, Espen Skoland, ”, Gjert, VG, Per, Gilje Nordås Organizations: CNN, CNN Sport, Paris Olympics, “ Locations: Norwegian, Sør, Rogaland, Norway, Tokyo, Berlin

☆ Alex Consani becomes first transgender Model of the Year
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-03 | by ( Oscar Holland | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —American model Alex Consani has become the first transgender woman to win Model of the Year, following a string of high-profile runway appearances for labels like Chanel, Stella McCartney and Victoria’s Secret. “Because change is more than possible — it’s needed.”Consani takes the stage at the Royal Albert Hall in London to accept the award for Model of the Year. In October, Consani and Valentina Sampaio made history by becoming the first trans models to appear on the runway at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Black trans model Kai-Isaiah Jamal was among the nominees for last year’s award, which was ultimately won by plus-size model Paloma Elsesser. Categories for the best British menswear and womenswear designers were meanwhile awarded to Grace Wales Bonner and Simone Rocha, respectively.

Persons: Alex Consani, Chanel, Stella McCartney, Consani, Ashley Graham, Nava Mau, Jeff Spicer, Claudia Schiffer, Hailey Bieber, Hadid, Tom Ford, Alexander McQueen, Versace, Valentina Sampaio, Dilara Findikoglu, —, Connie Fleming, Aaron Rose Philip —, “, Kai, Isaiah Jamal, Paloma Elsesser, Jonathan Anderson, Loewe, JW Anderson, Anna Wintour, Rihanna, Samir Hussein, Debbie Harry, Rita Ora, Venus Williams, Rocky, Grace Wales Bonner, Simone Rocha Organizations: CNN, Royal Albert Hall, IMG, Turkish, British Fashion Council, Rocky, London Fashion Week’s Locations: American, London, TikTok, British, Dilara Findikoglu , California, Palestine

President Biden issues a “full and unconditional pardon” of his son Hunter. President Biden pardons his son HunterSusan Walsh / AP PhotoPresident Joe Biden has pardoned his son Hunter despite saying repeatedly he would not use his executive authority to pardon him or commute his sentence. Hunter Biden was scheduled to be sentenced on Dec. 12 for his conviction on federal gun charges. I hope Americans will understand why a father and a President would come to this decision,” Biden said in his statement. Biden is using his pardon power to ensure Hunter Biden does not spend time in jail as he nears the end of his term in the White House and has no future election to face.

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☆ Mikaela Shriffin describes 'stab wound' injury after dramatic ski race crash
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Dennis-Romero-Circle-Byline-Template.Jpg | Dennis Romero | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

Two-time Olympic gold medal skier Mikaela Shiffrin recounted her dramatic World Cup crash, describing one of her injuries Sunday as a "stab wound." The crash at the Stifel Killington Cup in Vermont on Saturday resulted in "severe muscle trauma," according to the organization, which runs the U.S. Olympic ski team. Ski Team said in a statement Sunday on Instagram, attributed to "Team Shiffrin," that she can't "walk well" but is grateful no damage was found in organs, bones or ligaments. Shiffrin won her 99th World Cup event on Nov. 23 in Gurgl, Austria. Last year she matched and then passed fellow American Lindsey Vonn's record number of World Cup wins, 83, becoming what Olympics organizers described as "the most successful female alpine skier in World Cup history."

Persons: Mikaela Shiffrin, Shiffrin, It's, We’re, Camille Rast, Lindsey Vonn's Organizations: Ski, U.S, Olympic, NBC Sports, NBC, World Locations: U.S, Vermont, Switzerland, Killington, Beaver Creek , Colorado, Gurgl, Austria

☆ Mikaela Shiffrin describes 'stab wound' injury after dramatic World Cup race crash
▼ + stars: | 2024-12-02 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Dennis-Romero-Circle-Byline-Template.Jpg | Dennis Romero | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

Two-time Olympic gold medal skier Mikaela Shiffrin recounted her dramatic World Cup crash, describing one of her injuries Sunday as a "stab wound." The crash at the Stifel Killington Cup in Vermont on Saturday resulted in "severe muscle trauma," according to the organization, which runs the U.S. Olympic ski team. Shiffrin said competing at the World Cup event in Beaver Creek, Colorado, this month is unlikely. Shiffrin won her 99th World Cup event on Nov. 23 in Gurgl, Austria. Last year she matched and then passed fellow American Lindsey Vonn's record number of World Cup wins, 83, becoming what Olympics organizers described as "the most successful female alpine skier in World Cup history."

Hunter Biden was scheduled to be sentenced on Dec. 12 for his conviction on federal gun charges. Republicans have for years attacked Hunter Biden over his foreign business dealings and accused him and the president of corruption. Together, the 12 counts Hunter Biden is convicted of or has pleaded guilty to carry a maximum prison sentence of 42 years. “I’m extremely proud of my son Hunter,” Biden said. “The clemency power has few limitations and certainly would extend to a Hunter Biden pardon,” Eggleston said.

Persons: WASHINGTON — Joe Biden, Hunter, —, Biden, Hunter Biden, “, Hunter —, they’ve, David Weiss, Hunter Biden’s, Abbe Lowell, Steven Cheung, Donald Trump, Trump, ”, Karine Jean, Pierre, “ We’ve, White, Andrew Bates, Bates, Jill Biden, “ Joe, Pardoning, General Merrick Garland, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, ” Biden, I’m, ” Neil Eggleston, Barack Obama, ” Eggleston Organizations: White House, NBC News, Democrat, White, Justice Department, Democratic, NBC Locations: Wilmington , Delaware

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