The Philadelphia 76ers are committed to getting a new arena. They might have to cross the state line to get it. The governor of New Jersey, Phil Murphy, sent the 76ers ownership group a letter Tuesday, offering the ownership group land and $400M in tax credits to build a an arena in Camden. The site, which used to host a prison, is across the Delaware River from Philly, near where the Ben Franklin Bridge connects Camden to Center City. That’s not far from where the 76ers have their team practice facility. New Jersey’s plan, like most recently proposed sports facilities,…
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Foreign leaders, including in the United States and Brazil, have reacted with alarm and warnings after Venezuela issued an arrest warrant for opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia this week. On Tuesday, Canada joined in the outcry, as the government of President Nicolas Maduro continues to crack down on opposition members after a contested presidential election. “Canada categorically condemns the arrest warrant issued against Edmundo González by Venezuelan authorities,” Global Affairs Canada wrote on its social media channels. “Canada urges Venezuelan authorities to stop repressive acts that silence democratic voices and create a climate of fear.” Maduro’s government declared him the…
Want more reporting from THE CITY? Sign up for Scoop, our free weekday newsletter, to have our latest news delivered right to your inbox. https://feeds.fireside.fm/faqnyc/rss?mastromessHosts Christina Greer, Katie Honan and Harry Siegel dig into the mayor’s insistence on seeing through the nomination of a chief lawyer for the city even after lawmakers made it clear they wouldn’t approve his nominee.They also discuss what a second Trump administration would mean for New York, the possibility of a strong challenge to Gov. Kathy Hochul from within the Democratic party, what’s wrong with journalists who “discover” news after reading about it in other…
The Powers and Privileges Committee today elected Ms Weziwe Tikana-Gxotiwe as the Chairperson of the committee. In accordance with Rule 212 of the National Assembly, the committee is composed of 9 members. The African National Congress is represented in the committee by Ms Weziwe Tikana-Gxotiwe, Mr Gijimani Skosana, Mr Mikateko Mahlaule and Ms Nonceba Gcaleka-Mazibuko. The Democratic Alliance is represented by Mr George Michalakis and Mr Baxolile Nodada. The uMkhonto WeSizwe Party is represented by Dr Mandlakayise Hlophe, Mr Nhlamulo Ndlela and the Economic Freedom Fighters is represented by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi with Ms Poppy Moilola as an alternate member.…
Nigerian singer Fireboy DML has announced that he is working on a joint Extended Play (EP) with fellow artist Lojay. In an interview with The Beat 99.9 FM in Lagos, Fireboy revealed that the collaboration is underway. He cited a great working relationship with Lojay in the studio.Meanwhile, this news comes on the heels of Fireboy’s recent release of his fourth studio album, Adedamola. The album features a notable collaboration with veteran artist Lagbaja on the song Back N Forth. Also, Fireboy praised Lagbaja’s meticulous approach to music, stating that he learned a lot from their time together in the…
The Atlanta Falcons are adding a player whose name will make many NFL fans wince.Falcons writer Terrin Waack reported on Tuesday that Atlanta has signed veteran quarterback Nathan Peterman. The 30-year-old Peterman will be joining the team’s practice squad for the moment.Peterman, a former fifth-round draft pick, is forever infamous for one of the worst games in NFL history that he produced as a rookie on the Buffalo Bills in 2017. In what was Peterman’s first career start, he somehow managed to throw five interceptions in a single half against the Chargers. It never got any better for Peterman from…
Arrest comes after top prosecutor interrogated Salameh over several financial matters, judiciary officials say.Lebanon’s former central bank governor, Riad Salameh, has been arrested after a hearing at the country’s judicial palace, according to Lebanese state media. The state-run National News Agency (NNA) said Judge Jamal al-Hajjar, who holds the position of public prosecutor, detained 73-year-old Salameh after interrogating him on Tuesday. It is the first time Salameh has appeared before Lebanon’s judiciary since he left his post at the end of July last year without a successor. Salameh was the governor of the central bank, the Banque du Liban, for…
There’s nothing remarkable about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Mongolia on Tuesday — he’s due to meet Mongolia’s leader, hold talks on developing bilateral ties and attend a gala reception. What is unusual is that Mongolia, as a member of the International Criminal Court, should have arrested the Russian president as soon as he landed on Mongolian soil Monday evening. Mongolia’s defiance of its obligations to the ICC are likely to have legal consequences. There’s nothing remarkable about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Mongolia on Tuesday — he’s due to meet the country’s leader, hold talks on developing…
Defendant engaged in political activities in the Interests of the CCP, including blocking meetings with US-based representatives of the Taiwanese government WASHINGTON, USA – An indictment was unsealed today charging Linda Sun, 41, with violating and conspiring to violate the Foreign Agents Registration Act, visa fraud, bringing in aliens, and money laundering conspiracy. Sun is alleged to have acted on behalf of the government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Sun’s husband and co-defendant, Chris Hu, 40, was also charged with money laundering conspiracy, as well as conspiracy to commit bank fraud and…
On the morning of September 3, 2024, President Xi Jinping met with President of Chad Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, who is in China for the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state announced the elevation of the China-Chad relationship to a strategic partnership. Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Chad have actively carried out mutually beneficial cooperation within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative and FOCAC, and achieved fruitful results. China has been Chad’s largest trading partner and investment partner for many years in a row,…