For Chicago White Sox fans, September 27, 2024, will be a date that will live in infamy. On Friday, the White Sox fell to their AL Central rival Tigers 4-1, officially setting the MLB record for the most losses in a single season in the modern era. The loss moves Chicago’s record to an abysmal 39-121, ensuring it’ll lose at least one more game than the 1962 New York Mets, who previously held the record with 120 losses. After tying the Mets’ aforementioned record with a loss to the Padres on Sept. 22, the White Sox staved off history against the…
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Experts weigh in on US strategy as Israel drags Middle East into escalating war in Lebanon and unending war in Gaza.As long as the US extends “total impunity” to Israel, there’s no way to prevent further genocide and ethnic cleansing of Palestinians, and further bloodshed in Lebanon, argues Lara Friedman, president of the Foundation for Middle East Peace. One of the biggest factors preventing all-out war in the region is Iran’s desire to pursue its own interests and reconcile with the US, according to Iran expert Roxane Farmanfarmanian of Cambridge University. Join Friedman and Farmanfarmanian in their conversation with host…
Jumaane Williams says ‘I have always been ready’ Jumaane Williams is New York City’s elected public advocate and could be next in line for mayor if Eric Adams either resigns or is forced from his post after being indicted. NEW YORK – Jumaane Williams is New York City’s elected public advocate and could be next in line for mayor if Eric Adams either resigns or is forced from his post after being indicted. ‘It’s a really sad time for the people of the city of New York,” Williams told Good Day on Friday. Though Williams has not publicly called for…
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – In a significant step towards advancing bilateral relations and easing travel restrictions, the governments of Guyana and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that allows for visa-free travel between the two nations. According to a release by the UAE Mission to the United Nations (UN), the MoU was signed on Thursday on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA79). The statement said president Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali met with the minister of state for international cooperation, H.E Reem Al Hashimy, to sign the document “establishing mutual exemption…
His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. today expressed heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and community of the late Alhaji Amadu Sheriff, a revered elder and prominent Liberian citizen, who passed away this morning at his Chocolate City Residence in Monrovia. Alhaji Sheriff, who lived beyond 100 years, served Liberia in numerous capacities throughout his lifetime, leaving behind a legacy of wisdom, leadership, and devotion to his country and community. Recently, in recognition of his lifetime of service, Alhaji Sheriff was honored by President Boakai with one of the nation’s highest distinctions, the Humane Order of African Redemption, at…
The singer, after a spell of two projects that didn’t receive the expected acceptance, might be releasing a new one before the year endsNigerian superstar Wizkid has officially kicked off the highly anticipated ‘Morayo’ era after announcing an upcoming single with American soulful singer-songwriter Brent Faiyaz. The feel-good R&B track, titled ‘Piece of My Heart,’ undoubtedly sets the stage for what’s to come from the Grammy-winning singer’s sixth studio album, ‘Morayo.’ It’s been over a decade since Wizkid released his debut album, Superstar, and his career has seen both highs and lows. Exceptional projects like Ayo, Sounds from the Other…
The Clippers and guard Terance Mann have agreed to a three-year, fully guaranteed $47M contract extension, Shams Charania of The Athletic reported on Friday. The new deal will run through the 2027-28 season.Mann, who is making $11,423,077 this season, was due to enter unrestricted free agency next summer.Mann, 27, was a second-round draft pick in 2019 who has far exceeded expectations. Mann made 85 starts during his first four seasons, then became a full-time starter last season. Mann started 71 of 75 games and averaged 8.8 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists last year. He hasn’t been asked to play…
In the early morning of September 26, Sudan’s army launched a major offensive to capture the capital Khartoum from the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Local outlets reported that the army sent in several infantry formations that crossed vital bridges that connect Omdurman to Khartoum, backed by air power and artillery fire. The army captured at least one important bridge and took control of Souk al-Araby – a market in the heart of Khartoum, Al Jazeera’s Hiba Morgan reported on Friday. Several residents in the city told Al Jazeera the army had taken control of three major crossings in…
article This Aug. 1, 2024 photo provided by the Telluride Fire Protection District shows the Bucktail Fire in western Colorado. (Credit: Telluride Fire Protection District) The Brief A Colorado man was arrested after he attempted to cremate his pet dog which allegedly sparked a wildfire.The fire caused $200,000 in damage and burned about 11 square miles. Investigators said the cause of a wildfire in Colorado last month was due to a man who was attempting to cremate his dog. Law enforcement arrested a man earlier this month and has charged him with arson and trespassing, according to court documents. Investigators…
ST THOMAS, USVI – Coast Guard and Area Maritime Security partner members conducted two Cyber Security exercises in the US Virgin Islands Wednesday and Friday. The tabletop exercises completed in St Croix, Wednesday, and St Thomas, Friday, evaluated regulated waterfront facilities’ priorities and response actions resulting from a simulated cybersecurity insider threat, and assessed the facilities’ cybersecurity resiliency in response to a simulated significant ransomware incident. “This Cyber Security exercise is instrumental for us to continue strengthening our governmental and industry partnerships and the level of preparedness within our Caribbean Area Maritime Security community,” said Capt. Luis J. Rodriguez, Coast…