On the other side of the best-rookie race, Reese registered her 23rd double-double of the year, finishing with 11 rebounds and 10 points in the loss. However, the Sky star struggled for most of the evening.Reese had only six rebounds and four points (2-of-5) at the break. Meanwhile, nearly half of her production (five points, four rebounds) came in the fourth quarter when the Fever had already gained a double-digit lead.Friday was the fourth and final meeting of the 2024 campaign for the Fever and Sky. The two squads split the season series 2-2, but Clark averaged 20.5 points and…
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In the wake of last month’s contested presidential election, officials have been quick to blame opponents for disruptions.Most of Venezuela woke up to a power outage, with the authorities claiming saboteurs had targeted the national electricity network. On Friday, Communications Minister Freddy Nanez said on state channel VTV that the blackout hit at approximately 4:40am (08:40 GMT) with “nearly all the national territory” – including the capital Caracas – reporting “total or partial loss” of electricity supply. “We have been victims, once again of electrical sabotage,” said Nanez, without giving further details, adding that the authorities were working to fully…
article NEW JERSEY – There were reports of gunfire at a high school football game in Wayne, New Jersey on Friday evening. In a statement, Lenape High School said that they were informed of gunfire at the conclusion of the game, and that two individuals needed medical attention. “All Lenape High School students and staff are safe and unharmed,” the school said in a statement. “No LHS students or staff were involved in the disturbance. Our thoughts are with the individuals harmed and the Passaic Technical Institute community.” The school said a suspect has been taken into custody in connection…
Shares held by B&C Group were acquired for EUR 230 million SÃO PAULO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Suzano, the world’s largest pulp producer, today announces the completion of its acquisition of a 15% stake in Lenzing AG, the Vienna-listed leading global supplier of sustainable premium cellulosic fibres for the textile and non-wovens industry, from B&C Group. As announced in June this year, the transaction value is EUR 230 million (or EUR 39.70 per share). The agreement was subject to regulatory approval, which was granted without restrictions. The long-term partnership between Suzano and B&C Group establishes that Suzano has the right to hold two seats…
His Excellency Dr Salem Ibrahim Al Naqbi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Kenya, presented his credentials as Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Madagascar to His Excellency Andry Rajoelina, President of Madagascar, during a ceremony held at the Royal Palace in the capital, Antananarivo. H.E. Al Naqbi conveyed the greetings of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, to H.E.…
Lagos, Nigeria, August 30th, 2024 – EeZee Conceptz Global is thrilled to announce the release of the highly anticipated album, “Lifted,” by dynamic Nigerian gospel artist Esther Oji. Known for her captivating voice and profound worship, Esther Oji has once again delivered an inspiring collection of music that promises to elevate listeners to new spiritual heights.CLICK to Download ‘Lifted’ Album Here“Lifted” features 11 powerful tracks, each crafted to inspire and uplift hearts across the globe. The album is a reflection of Esther’s unwavering faith and a testament to God’s ability to lift His people from any situation. Drawing from her personal…
The Cubs released catcher Tomas Nido, tweets Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune. Nido had been on the 10-day injured list, but was occupying a 40-man roster spot. Chicago needed to create a 40-man vacancy to finalize their claim of reliever Shawn Armstrong from St. Louis.Nido has been on the IL since July 25 with a meniscus injury that required right knee surgery. The Cubs sent him on a rehab stint with Triple-A Iowa Thursday night. That suggests he’s nearing a return, but the Cubs no longer felt they needed him in the catching corps. Chicago called up Christian Bethancourt once Nido landed…
London, United Kingdom – As a 16-year-old schoolgirl in her classroom at Plaistow Grammar School in London’s East End, Leila Hassan Howe, now 76, can still remember being made to feel unwelcome. She had returned from Zanzibar to live with her English mother in the United Kingdom, where she was born in 1948. Her father had moved back to the East African nation, and for a time she lived with him. In 1964, she was one of only three Black girls at her school. They were regularly taunted in the playground. Children would say to her: “My dad says they…
Two former Georgia election workers who won a $148 million defamation judgment against Rudy Giuliani asked a court Friday to award them the cash-strapped former New York City mayor’s apartment and other property as they ramp up efforts to collect on the staggering debt. Lawyers for Ruby Freeman and Wandrea “Shaye” Moss urged the U.S. District Court in Manhattan to force Giuliani to turn over his Madison Avenue apartment, any remaining cash and some of his prized New York Yankees memorabilia, including three World Series rings and a signed Joe DiMaggio shirt. Freeman and Moss also staked a claim to…
GENEVA, Switzerland – The World Health Organization (WHO) has asked manufacturers of mpox in vitro diagnostics (IVDs) to submit an expression of interest for Emergency Use Listing (EUL), in ongoing discussions with manufacturers about the need for effective diagnostics, particularly in low-income settings. The request for EUL expressions of interest by manufacturers is the latest development in these discussions. Testing is key for people to get treatment and care as early as possible and prevent further spread. Since 2022, WHO has delivered around 150 000 diagnostic tests for mpox globally, of which over a quarter have gone to countries in the African…