The Gonzaga Bulldogs officially have a succession plan in place for when head coach Mark Few retires.In an appearance on the “College Hoops Today” podcast with Jon Rothstein, Few announced that assistant Brian Michaelson would become Gonzaga’s head coach whenever he decides to retire. Few clarified that he has no intention of retiring anytime soon, but wanted a plan in place for when it happens.“Brian Michaelson will be the guy that takes over for me,” Few said. “That’s the great thing about Gonzaga. We always have the next guy up in line.” Michaelson played for Few at Gonzaga from 2001-05…
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The US Justice Department says the suspects led a ‘transnational terrorist group’ to solicit hate crimes.Two people, who prosecutors say were motivated by white supremacist ideology, used the social media messaging app Telegram to encourage acts of violence against minorities, government officials and critical infrastructure in the United States, the Justice Department said. The defendants, Dallas Erin Humber and Matthew Robert Allison, were identified on Monday, days after they were arrested. They face 15 federal counts in California, including charges of soliciting hate crimes and the murder of federal officials, distributing bomb-making instructions and conspiring to provide material support to…
The Broadway theatre community is remembering legendary actor James Earl Jones who died Monday at the age of 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Monday morning at home in New York’s Hudson Valley region. The cause was not immediately clear. In addition to his famed movie and film credits, Jones had nearly 20 acting roles on Broadway, according to Playbill. During his career, he was honored with two Tony Awards and a special Tony for lifetime achievement. Jones won in 169 for his acting work in “The Great White Hope” and in 1987 for his role in the play…
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), warring parties responsible for widespread war crimes and other atrocities in the current conflict in Sudan, have newly acquired modern foreign-made weapons and military equipment, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. The United Nations Security Council should renew and expand the arms embargo and its restrictions on the Darfur region to all of Sudan and hold violators to account. “Sudan’s conflict is one of the world’s worst humanitarian and human rights crises, with warring parties committing atrocities with impunity, and newly acquired weapons and equipment are likely…
Grammy-nominated Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has made a surprising revelation about her love life in a recent interview with Dazed Magazine. The Commas crooner confessed that she has never been in love, despite being dubbed a “lover girl” due to her music.”I want to fall in love. I wrote ‘Lagos Love Story’ about what love would look like if I was,” Ayra Starr revealed. “I am a lover girl deep in my heart, I’m just very strong headed about it. I actually have never been in love.”Also, the Gen-Z singer explained that she has never been in a fully committed…
The Yankees have promoted outfielder Jasson Dominguez ahead of Monday’s game against the Royals at Yankee Stadium, the team announced. To make room on the active roster, they placed infielder DJ LeMahieu on the 10-day IL with right hip inflammation. In addition, the Yankees reinstated utility man Jon Berti from the 60-day IL. They had already cleared a spot for him on the 28-man roster by optioning outfielder Duke Ellis on Sunday. To make room for Berti on the 40-man roster, the team designated left-hander Anthony Misiewicz for assignment. Domínguez made his hotly anticipated MLB debut last September, putting up a .980 OPS and 160 wRC+…
United Nations experts say serious human rights violations have been commited by both sides in the war.Sudan is facing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Fighting between the army and its rival, the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group, has killed tens of thousands of people and forced millions from their homes across much of the country. Reports of torture and rape have surged during the last 17 months, leaving many people feeling desperate and helpless. The United Nations wants to deploy peacekeeping troops, but the government says they are not welcome. The announcement follows an investigation that found both…
James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen — eventually lending his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader — has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Monday morning at home. The cause was not immediately clear. The pioneering Jones, who worked deep into his 80s, won two Emmys, a Golden Globe, two Tony Awards, a Grammy, the National Medal of Arts, the Kennedy Center Honors and was given an honorary Oscar and a special Tony for lifetime achievement. In…
President Isaias Afwerki returned home at 1 a.m. last night, concluding his working visit to the People’s Republic of China. At the invitation of President Xi Jinping, President Isaias Afwerki departed for China on 31 August to participate in the 9th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), held from 4 to 6 September in Beijing. On the sidelines of the summit, President Isaias Afwerki held extensive discussions with President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Li Qiang, focusing on the consolidation of bilateral ties and other matters of mutual interest. President Isaias also held similar meetings with President Salva Kiir Mayardit of…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has once again demonstrated his generosity and kindness, this time by allowing his staff, Yemight Akinyele, to use his private jet for a trip to London.According to Yemight, he was planning to attend Davido’s cousin Tunji Adeleke’s graduation ceremony in London and was initially going to fly commercially from Lagos. However, Davido offered Yemight the use of his private jet, making the journey a truly unforgettable experience.Yemight took to social media to express his gratitude. He said that flying private is “a different experience” compared to commercial flights. Also, he revealed that Davido owns three private jets.…