Does Jaylen Brown need any more motivation to prove his doubters wrong? The star forward has been overlooked his entire career, be it getting snubbed from All-NBA and All-Defensive teams, getting included in trade talks or being viewed as the No. 2 to Jayson Tatum’s No. 1 on the Celtics — Brown has had enough ammo to develop a chip on his shoulder. This summer, Brown nearly had the last laugh when he captured his first NBA title and NBA Finals MVP honor, only to endure the heartbreak of being snubbed from the Team USA roster bound for Paris. Brown did not…
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The Israeli army says it’s investigating but could not refute or confirm the claims of casualties in separate incidents.Hamas’s armed wing has said one Israeli captive was killed in Gaza and two female captives were wounded in a separate incident, days ahead of a new round of ceasefire talks proposed by the United States, Egypt and Qatar. Abu Obeida, a spokesman for the Qassam Brigades, said in a statement on Telegram on Monday that the Israeli captive was killed by his guards. Attempts to save the lives of the two seriously injured were under way, he said, adding that a committee…
Alongside famous New York galleries, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art, artists recommended contemporary galleries in Chelsea for their sometimes “more daring” exhibits, and free entry. Artists also suggested seeking out lesser-known places, and those run by insiders. The posters and billboards of the city’s streets also provide inspiration, according to artist Diego Arellano. New York City’s art museums are among the most popular in the world — the Metropolitan Museum of Art (known as the Met) and Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) attracted 5.4 million and 2.8 million visitors, respectively, in 2023,…
On Sunday, Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame was sworn in for a fourth term following his July win that saw him rack up over 99% of the vote. The inauguration ceremony took place in a packed 45,000-seat stadium in Kigali, with several African leaders in attendance. Kagame took the oath of office, pledging to preserve peace and national unity. According to rights activists, Kagame’s overwhelming victory is proof of Rwanda’s lack of democracy, especially since only two of the eight applicants were allowed to contest. Kagame, who has ruled Rwanda since the 1994 genocide, is credited with rebuilding the nation but…
Emtee Expresses Gratitude As “Believer” Soars on YouTube. Emtee is currently riding high on the wave of success as his latest track, “Believer,” continues to climb the YouTube. Emtee Expresses Gratitude As “Believer” Soars on YouTube Taking to social media, the artist expressed his heartfelt appreciation for the overwhelming support he has received from fans. “Thank you for your support,” wrote Emtee. “Believer” showcases Emtee’s signature style, blending his smooth lyrical delivery with an infectious beat. The song’s success on YouTube is a testament to his enduring appeal and the strong connection he maintains with his audience. Fans have been…
The Oilers will likely be without forward Evander Kane to start this season as he recovers from a yet-to-be-performed undisclosed surgery, according to the team’s Bob Stauffer (X link).Kane played through a good chunk of last season with a sports hernia, he revealed to reporters in April. It plagued him through the Oilers’ run to Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final, holding him out of five of Edmonton’s 25 playoff games. It’s unclear if Monday’s news is related. The recovery from the undisclosed surgery would likely sideline him for at least the first 10 games and 24 days of…
Avraham Stern, leader of a Zionist armed group that fought the British in Palestine, aimed to create a Jewish state.National Jewish hero or radical Zionist paramilitary leader? Avraham Stern was the leader of the Stern Gang, one of the Jewish armed groups that fought the British Mandate in Palestine in the 1930s and early ’40s. This film tells his story through his own son and a range of contemporary historians. It presents both pro- and anti-Zionist sides of a controversial narrative – who Stern was, how he set up and ran the Stern Gang and how he led it in…
Mayor Eric Adams on Monday appointed Robert S. Tucker, the head of a private security firm, to head the city’s fire department. Tucker, 54, takes over from Laura Kavanagh, the first woman to serve as the city’s fire commissioner. “I can think of no higher calling than serving as a fire commissioner of New York,” Tucker, the chairman and CEO of security firm T&M USA, said at a news conference. “This is truly a dream come true.” Like Kavanagh, who stepped down after two years as fire commissioner, Tucker has never worked as a firefighter. Tucker has served on the board…
Tunisia’s electoral commission has preliminarily approved three candidates for the upcoming presidential election on October 6, including incumbent President Kais Saied. The other two candidates are Zouhair Magzhaoui, considered close to Saied, and Ayachi Zammel, head of the Azimoun party, who has not previously been seen as a significant political figure. Fourteen other candidates were rejected, with some alleging that the interior ministry refused to provide them with the criminal record details that are now a criterion to contest in the election. This has led to accusations from opposition figures that the government intentionally took this step to exclude serious…
Duncan Set To Drop Anticipated ‘200 Bars.’ Renowned South African rapper Duncan is gearing up to release his latest track, “200 Bars,” sparking excitement among his fans and the broader hip-hop community. Duncan Set To Drop Anticipated ‘200 Bars’ The highly anticipated joint is set to drop this coming Friday, and Duncan is primed to deliver a lyrical masterpiece that is sure to captivate his ever-growing fanbase. Known for his lyrical prowess and unfiltered storytelling, Duncan‘s upcoming single is expected to be a showcase of his signature style, blending hard-hitting bars with thought-provoking content. “200 Bars” is poised to be…