Hochul reacts to FBI raids on aides to Mayor Adams Following an FBI raid on the homes of several of Mayor Eric Adams’ top aides, Governor Kathy Hochul says her job “is not to speculate and to let the authorities do their jobs.” NEW YORK – NYC Mayor Eric Adams says he’s abiding by the law amid FBI raids on at least four of his aides. “I have been clear that my message throughout my public life is to follow the law,” he told FOX 5 on Thursday. On Friday, Governor Kathy Hochul said she was standing by the Mayor…
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By Caribbean News Global BRUSSELS, Belgium – EU legislation calls SMEs to contribute to the twin transition. This study analyses the cumulative costs of selected pieces of EU digital and green legislation on SMEs and explores the effectiveness of costs mitigation tools at their disposal. This document was prepared for the Policy Department for Economic, Scientific and Quality of Life Policies at the request of the Committee on Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO). Background Small and medium-sized enterprises form the backbone of the European Union’s economy. They account for 99 percent of European enterprises and generate about 52 percent…
Big Xhosa Calls Out Duncan For Stagnant Music Style. Following the drop of Big Zulu’s explosive “200 Bars” diss track, which aimed at Duncan among others, the battle lines were drawn. Duncan fired back with his response, “After Tears,” a track that stirred up a whirlwind of mixed reactions from fans and critics alike. Big Xhosa Calls Out Duncan For Stagnant Music Style Taking to X, Big Xhosa weighed in on Duncan’s rebuttal to Big Zulu, delivering a sharp critique. He slammed Duncan’s approach, accusing him of sticking to outdated beats and lacking innovation. Big Xhosa suggested that Duncan’s music…
In a year where the Dodgers’ pitching staff has faced a plethora of health problems , the one saving grace the team could look to was Gavin Stone. Stone leads the pitching staff in games started with 25 and has arguably been their best pitcher all year. The 25-year-old has a 3.53 ERA and 116 strikeouts. However, the Dodgers took another blow to the rotation on Friday when the team announced they had placed Stone on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation. In corresponding moves, the team optioned Michael Petersen while recalling Landon Knack and Justin Wrobleski.Stone’s injury comes…
No major changes expected with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expected to win despite concerns about low turnout.Algerians are voting in a presidential election in which incumbent Abdelmadjid Tebboune is expected to easily win a second term. Polling stations opened at 8am (07:00 GMT) on Saturday in the North African country which has more than 24 million registered voters. More than 800,000 Algerians abroad, many in France, began voting on September 2. Tebboune, 78, whose government is accused of using new laws to stifle dissent, is heavily favoured to defeat his two challengers – Abdelaali Hassani Cherif, 57 and Youcef Aouchiche, 41.…
Judge delays Trump’s sentencing in hush money case A judge has agreed to postpone Donald Trump’s sentencing in his hush money case until after the November election. Judge Juan M. Merchan’s decision Friday grants Trump a hard-won reprieve as he navigates the aftermath of his criminal conviction and the homestretch of his presidential campaign. NEW YORK (AP) – A judge agreed Friday to postpone Donald Trump’s sentencing in his hush money case until after the November election, granting him a hard-won reprieve as he navigates the aftermath of his criminal conviction and the homestretch of his presidential campaign. Manhattan Judge…
ATLANTA, USA, (CDC) – Half a million fewer US youth reported current use of e-cigarettes in 2024 compared to 2023, according to new data from the National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) released today by the US Food and Drug Administration and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The nationally representative data featured in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) includes findings on e-cigarette and nicotine pouch use among US youth, two categories of tobacco products the FDA and CDC are monitoring closely, particularly regarding youth use and appeal. NYTS is an annual school-based, self-administered survey of US middle (grades 6–8) and high school…
Independent researcher and activist Richard Worthington has turned to slander to get a headline, publishing an attack article against the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) and its annual event, African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy (https://AECWeek.com). According to him, it is time to denounce the self-serving narratives of opportunists demanding – in the name of the poor – favorable finance to keep fossil fuel exploitation profitable. Rather than using his voice to provide a piece of literature that explores the reasons why Africa still faces such a deeply entrenched energy crisis, Worthington chose instead to attack the very organization that…
Big Zulu Releases ‘200 Bars’ Music Video Starring Wiseman Mncube. Imagine a weekend without fresh hip-hop music—pretty dull, right? It feels like something’s missing, like the energy isn’t quite there. But don’t worry, Big Zulu has swooped in to save the day with his latest release! He’s back; this time, he’s taken his rap game to a new level. His latest drop, the 200 Bars music video, is an absolute masterclass in lyricism and storytelling. Big Zulu Releases ‘200 Bars’ Music Video Starring Wiseman Mncube For anyone who thought the weekend was going to be uneventful, Big Zulu has made…
A calf strain cost Russell Wilson time during training camp, and it is now threatening to delay his regular-season Steelers debut. Pittsburgh’s starting quarterback was limited in practice on Friday and a decision on his status may not be made until game time. Wilson aggravated the issue on Thursday, and his lack of participation on Friday was aimed at recovering in time for Week 1. The Steelers are set to play the Falcons on Sunday in the first game since he was tapped as Pittsburgh’s starter under center. No firm decision has been made yet on the 35-year-old’s availability, and the…