The NASCAR Cup Series playoffs are officially underway with Joey Logano becoming the first driver to advance to the second round by winning Sunday’s Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway.Many playoff contenders found trouble and finished poorly at Atlanta. With the Watkins Glen International road course on tap Sunday and the chaotic Bristol Motor Speedway short track after that to close out the first round, big names find themselves under more pressure than they’d like. 1. Tyler Reddick (Last week: 1)The regular-season champion held on to the top spot despite a relatively quiet day for him in Atlanta. Reddick…
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As the war enters its 928th day, these are the main developments.Here is the situation on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Fighting Russia said it destroyed more than 70 Ukrainian drones, including 12 that were heading towards Moscow, in the early hours of Tuesday. The drones prompted flight suspensions from the capital’s three airports, and there were reports of a fire at a Moscow apartment block. Russia’s Ministry of Defence said it captured the Ukrainian village of Memryk, about 20km (12 miles) east of the strategically important city of Pokrovsk, inflicted losses on Ukrainian forces in at least two other nearby…
There is a new twist on a sextortion email scam, as police in Connecticut are warning about cyberthieves adding more personal information to lure victims. The scammers are looking to steal their targets’ money by threatening to expose sex acts they say were caught on camera. “The person who sent the email has video of the potential victim, performing a sexual act in front of their camera, in front of their web cam on their computer,” said Sgt. Steven Perrotta, the supervisor of the financial crimes unit in Stamford. “It gives the person’s name and a photo or a picture…
GENEVA, Switzerland – The 2024 edition of the World Trade Organization (WTO) World Trade Report presents strong evidence that trade has played a crucial role in narrowing the income gap between economies since the WTO was established 30 years ago. The flagship publication also analyses trends in the distribution of the gains of trade among people within economies, and emphasizes the need for a comprehensive strategy that integrates open trade with supportive domestic policies. “Perhaps the biggest takeaway from the report is its reaffirmation of trade’s transformative role in reducing poverty and creating shared prosperity — contrary to the currently…
Following the successful release of his extended play album ‘The Other Side‘, Rockzy Kay’s sensational Afro-pop song titled ‘Oroma baby’ – the track 3 of the EP, is currently gaining popularity with thousands of impressions across social media platforms.Download ‘Oroma baby’ HereThe Côte d’Ivoire Nigerian based singer exhibits his uniqueness in crafting sweet melodies. The project was produced by the talented Jeepy in Côte d’Ivoire, with an impeccable production. Oroma Baby is a aesthetically organized song with outstanding melodies both vocally and instrumentally complementing Rockzy Kay’s lyrics as he expresses love and affection on this masterpiece.The song’s lyrics are filled…
Christian McCaffrey fantasy owners, brace yourselves. San Francisco’s star running back could be out for another week. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter during “Monday Night Football” pregame coverage, there is a “real, strong possibility” McCaffrey could be benched again when San Francisco visits Minnesota in Week 2. Schefter noted the 27-year-old essentially hadn’t practiced all summer due to a lingering tightness in his calf and pulled himself out of Friday’s session, fearing an Achilles issue. McCaffrey had previously expressed confidence he would be able to play in the days leading up to Monday.”The issue was he came in today for…
DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING STORY, Tents sheltering Palestinians in the al-Mawasi area of Khan Younis struck in attack, Gaza’s Civil Defence says.At least 40 people have been killed and 60 injured in an Israeli attack on a tent encampment for displaced Palestinians in southern Gaza, civil emergency authorities in the enclave have said. At least 20 tents in the al-Mawasi area of Khan Younis were struck in the early morning attack on Tuesday, Gaza’s Civil Defence said. Al-Mawasi has been overcrowded with Palestinians sleeping in tents since the Israeli army designated the coastal area a “safe zone” during its ground invasions of…
The Miami-Dade Police Department on Monday released bodycam footage of Tyreek Hill’s detainment Sunday ahead of the Dolphins’ home game. Hill, who was detained during a traffic stop and eventually cited for reckless driving and driving without a license, was pulled from his car by an officer about a minute into the video – and pushed to the ground. Hill was pulled out of the car after a dispute over his window being rolled up after the initial contact with an officer. One police officer has been placed on administrative leave and an internal investigation into the incident is underway,…
ENGLAND / CHILE – The UK and Chilean governments have launched a partnership to help unlock new financing for the green hydrogen sector, with over £5 billion available in UK export credit support. Tim Reid, CEO of UK Export Finance (UKEF), and José Miguel Benavente, executive vice-president of the Chilean economic development agency CORFO, signed the partnership agreement at the Embassy of Chile. UKEF is the UK export credit agency. It can help organisations in Chile to finance major projects which use UK goods and services. The two government agencies are seeking to pool resources and jointly finance eligible hydrogen…
Nmormah Godswill known as “G-ReX” is the new hot kid from the south. He returns with a new catchy single “ Still On God “ to motivate youths and his growing fans around the world.His lyrics touch on themes of love, money, success, and perseverance, showcasing his ability to connect with listeners on a deep emotional level. The song’s calmness and catchy melodies create a vibrant and energetic atmosphere, reflecting G-Rex’s infectious personality. His lyrics are delivered with passion and conviction, further enhancing the song’s impact.In his recent interview, he stated how his journey into music began at a young…