Bobby Lashley made his AEW debut on Wednesday, Oct. 30. He used the closing segment of Dynamite to attack Swerve Strickland after he’d handed Shelton Benjamin his first loss with the promotion. In Lashley, AEW has a former WWE, TNA and ECW champion. He has been a main event talent for some of the biggest wrestling promotions in the world. He knows how to push a storyline, and brings a level of brute strength AEW has often been missing.According to Eric Bischoff, who is usually outspoken regarding AEW and its perceived shortcomings, Lashley will likely be a success in his…
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Experts also warn that the fevered rhetoric around immigration in the unfolding election could worsen a humanitarian crisis at the border and make it easier to justify harsh policies. Last year, the International Organization for Migration, a United Nations entity, named the journey across the US-Mexico border the “deadliest land route for migrants worldwide on record”. “There’s a lot at stake in terms of how this country wants to live,” Father Ray Riding, who volunteers with deportees and asylum seekers, told Al Jazeera. “When you dehumanise people, you can do whatever you want to them.” In order to avoid a web…
Brush fire in Bronx’s Van Cortlandt Park A rare brush fire in Van Cortlandt Park sent smoke billowing across the Bronx on Monday, as NYC faces increased fire risks due to drought conditions. FOX 5’s Duarte Geraldino has the story. NEW YORK – In a rare sight for New York City, a brush fire at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx on Monday sent smoke billowing into the sky, visible for miles. The fire, which required over 100 firefighters to get under control, was fueled by high winds and dry conditions following a recent Red Flag warning issued by the…
GENEVA, Switzerland – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Airport Services Association (ASA) are strengthening their collaboration to improve ground handling safety and efficiency. Together, the organizations will work to reinforce standardization, promote safety data sharing, and explore new approaches to enhance sector resilience. “Global standards make aviation safer, and ASA and its members have been pivotal in helping develop the IATA ground handling standards we rely on today. By sharing data, we will be able to support this vital activity with data-driven insights and decisions. Maximizing the impact of data relies on broad contributions. We encourage ground…
Jaheim Thomas, known as Verse, has claimed the prestigious title of Tobago Soca Titans champion, bringing fresh energy to the island’s soca music scene. On Wednesday, 23 October, the 19-year-old rising star’s performance of his hit track Pump It Up took centre stage, captivating the judges and the crowd. Verse’s infectious energy, catchy rhythm, and powerful lyrics ultimately earned him the coveted TT $75,000 grand prize and the honour of dethroning last year’s winner, Adrian “Num Num” Isaac.The Tobago Soca Titans competition, a major annual event, celebrates Tobago’s soca culture and gives local artists a chance to showcase their talent. The results…
Bravo Le Roux Celebrates Priddy Ugly’s SAMA Win. In a heartfelt tribute, Bravo Le Roux expressed his profound admiration for fellow artist Priddy Ugly following his recent victory at the South African Music Awards (SAMA), where he took home the award for Best Hip Hop Album. Bravo Le Roux Celebrates Priddy Ugly’s SAMA Win Bravo proudly shared Priddy Ugly’s inspiring tale of faith and determination via social media. “All those years I knew your dream would come, and seeing the victory on Saturday filled my heart with thrill,” Bravo explained, reminiscing on the euphoria of watching his friend succeed. The…
A fairly positive update is emerging on the nature of the health issue that Gregg Popovich is dealing with.The San Antonio Spurs announced on Monday their longtime head coach would be stepping away from the team indefinitely due to health reasons. Assistant coach Mitch Johnson will be serving as the Spurs’ interim coach in the meantime.Popovich reportedly suffered the health issue before Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and did not coach that day. He will also not be making the trip with the team for road games against the L.A. Clippers on Monday and Houston Rockets on Wednesday. Later…
On the eve of Election Day in the United States, presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris blitzed through battleground states while trying to drive home key promises to supporters and voters still on the fence. Vice President Harris zoned in on cities across Pennsylvania while former President Trump made stops in North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Michigan. The Democratic candidate was joined by pop culture figures including Lady Gaga and Oprah Winfrey, while Trump called to stage his sons and former Fox News host Megyn Kelly, with whom he once had a contentious relationship. What are the latest updates from…
Long Island illegal street racing incident A street racing incident caused quite the scene on Long Island over the weekend damaging multiple cars and sending two officers to the hospital. FOX 5 NY’s Jodi Goldberg spoke with neighbors who saw what happened and has the latest from the two in Islip. LONG ISLAND – An illegal street race took over a section of Surnise Highway in Islip early Sunday morning, leaving skid marks, a blown-out tire and two injured Suffolk County Police officers. Video footage posted to social media showed hundreds of people gathered to watch the so-called “takeover” on…
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – Guyana has secured US$22 million to strengthen its healthcare research capabilities, a critical step towards advancing patient treatment outcomes. The announcement was made by minister of health, Dr Frank Anthony speaking at the 17th Medical Research Conference 2024, at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC), Liliendaal, on Saturday. The funding includes a US$15 million grant from the Pandemic Fund, facilitated by the World Bank in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), with an additional US$7 million in co-funding from the World Bank. The recently approved funding will support health surveillance over the next three years,…