Expectations for the New Orleans Saints entering 2024 are tempered. They’re in the midst of a three-year playoff drought and coming off a disappointing 9-8 season in their first year with quarterback Derek Carr.Here are the franchise’s five most valuable people for 2024, ranked in inverse order: 5. Offensive tackle Taliese FuagaThe Saints need big things from 2024 first-round pick Taliese Fuaga. So far, he’s delivering. New Orleans’ offensive line was a weak spot last season, and it had the potential to be much worse without the former Oregon State tackle.2019 First-Team All-Pro Ryan Ramczyk (knee) will miss the 2024 season…
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Al Mezan Center for Human Rights says 2,650 Palestinians taken from Gaza since October remain in Israeli custody.Palestinian detainees are enduring severe physical and psychological torture in Israeli facilities, the Al Mezan Center for Human Rights has said, calling for accountability for the abuses. The prisoners “have been exposed naked to the scorching sun while standing on sharp gravel stones, subjected to verbal abuse, and threatened with rape, death, and bombing, along with threats against their families”, it said in a statement on Tuesday. The rights group said that recent testimony and evidence “reveal a level of violence that resounds…
Team Great Britain brought a heartwarming moment to the 2024 Summer Olympics. A supportive crowd at Paris’ Stade de France national stadium rallied around Britain’s Megan Keith as she crossed the finish line for the women’s 10,000m final Aug. 9 by herself. Keith, who was traveling behind the rest of her competitors after reportedly suffering an ankle injury, was met at the finish by teammate Eilish McColgan. The two embraced in an emotional exchange that was caught on camera and shared across the social media. Eilish McColgan and Megan Keith, both of Team Great Britain, react after competing in the women’s 10,000-meter final…
Egypt has announced plans to bid for the 2036 and 2040 Summer Olympics, leveraging the country’s growing infrastructure and sports facilities to make a strong case for hosting the event. This bid, confirmed by Mustapha Berraf, head of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA), marks another attempt by Egypt after its unsuccessful bid for the 2008 Olympics. Berraf highlighted Egypt’s significant infrastructure investments, which include the Egypt International Olympic City complex, as signs it is ready to host the Games. The complex, which has been in development since 2015, will include a 93,900-capacity stadium and 21 sports…
Loatinover Pounds Reacts To His First SAMA Nomination. Renowned South African artist Loatinover Pounds has shared his excitement following his first nomination for the South African Music Awards (SAMA). Loatinover Pounds Reacts To His First SAMA Nomination The Pretoria-based rapper has firmly established his reputation in South African hip-hop, particularly with the release of his hit single “Sosh Plata.” The track soared to streaming prominence, especially after he dropped a remix version featuring 25K and Thapelo Ghutra. The remix not only amplified the song’s popularity but also cemented his status as a major player in the South African music scene.…
The WNBA season resumes on Thursday following the month-long Olympic break.Here are five storylines we’re watching as the race for the postseason intensifies.How far can Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston take the Fever?Indiana has come a long way from its 1-8 start. The Fever are 10-7 in their last 17 games, and the team’s turnaround has been fueled by the last two No. 1 overall picks of the WNBA Draft in Boston and Clark. During the team’s first nine games, Boston averaged 11 points on 45.2 percent shooting, 6.8 rebounds and fewer than one block per game. Since June 1,…
Sometimes, doing things “the right way” isn’t necessarily doing them the best way. Maybe you’ve spent the last decade working a traditional job and are tired of doing the same old thing. Or, you have a difficult time getting a traditional job because you lack training, experience or a set of solid references. Or perhaps you’re looking for a way to get immediate cash for an urgent need. No matter what your reason is to search for under-the-table jobs or cash-only paying jobs, there are a wealth of opportunities out there for you. How to Find Under The Table Jobs…
Belgorod governor describes situation as ‘difficult and tense’ amid Ukraine incursion into neighbouring Kursk.The governor of Russia’s Belgorod region on Ukraine’s northern border has declared a regional state of emergency blaming relentless bombardment by Ukraine. “The situation in the Belgorod region continues to be extremely difficult and tense,” Vyacheslav Gladkov said in a video posted on the Telegram messaging app. Daily shelling by Ukraine’s armed forces had destroyed houses, and had killed and injured civilians, he added. “Therefore, we are making a decision, starting today, to declare a regional emergency situation throughout the Belgorod region … with a subsequent appeal…
Originally appeared on E! Online Raygun is breaking free of the criticism. After the Australian breakdancer (real name: Rachael Gunn) raised eyebrows for her performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, she pushed back at the hate. “I was never going to beat these girls on what they do best — their power moves,” Gunn explained during an Aug. 10 press conference, per ESPN. “What I bring is creativity.” Raygun’s Aug. 9 performance went viral for its unconventionally simple moves — which earned her zero points from the judges. And while breaking is judged on creativity, personality, technique, variety, musicality and…
On Wednesday 21 August you can stretch those muscles and work out that body in a two-hour Non-Stop Dance Fitness session with Brian Zumba and Guest Instructor Sweatergy.Your host, Brian, was born on the sunny island of Trinidad and Tobago. He has been dancing on professional platforms since age 18 and involved with some of the biggest names, such as TLC and MC Hammer. Since then, he has diversified his craft to include merengue, salsa, contemporary jazz, and reggaeton. His style is about bringing together cultures and energies from around the world. Soca music is a key factor in all his classes, and he…