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Thunder vs. Nuggets odds, prediction, start time: 2025 NBA playoff picks, Game 4 best bets from proven model – CBS Sports Thunder vs. Nuggets odds, prediction, start time: 2025 NBA playoff picks, Game 4 best bets from proven model – CBS Sports Thunder vs. Nuggets odds, prediction, start time: 2025 NBA playoff picks, Game 4 best bets from proven model CBS SportsNuggets rebound, outlast OKC in OT for 2-1 lead ESPNWhere to watch Nuggets vs. Thunder: TV channel, NBA playoffs live stream, Game 4 time, odds, prediction CBS SportsDenver Nuggets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder: Live updates and how to watch USA TodayNuggets’ other guys lift Nikola Jokić for a change in Game 3 OT win over Thunder The New York Times Source link #Thunder #Nuggets #odds #prediction #start #time #NBA #playoff #picks #Game #bets #proven #model #CBS #Sports Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Steel flies high as premiers hold off Mines Rovers Steel flies high as premiers hold off Mines Rovers Jack Steel’s five goals led Railways’ win against Mines Rovers in the GFL on Saturday. Source link #Steel #flies #high #premiers #hold #Mines #Rovers Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

My Lungs Are Physically Sore From Laughing So Hard At These 15 Hilarious ****** Twitter Tweets From The Week My Lungs Are Physically Sore From Laughing So Hard At These 15 Hilarious ****** Twitter Tweets From The Week While we can’t endorse what X has become, we can bring you the worthwhile moments that still exist there, curated and free of the surrounding chaos. Hey everyone! We’re back with another hilarious ****** Twitter roundup to make your week just a litttttle bit funnier. Let’s get into the chaos: 1. @HeyMizesCarter / Via x.com 2. ET / @BacockObama / Via x.com 3. Jamie McCarthy / Getty Images / kaekaecurtis / Via x.com 4. Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Images / @BEYSCAPIST / Via x.com Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement 5. @AppleMokoena / Via x.com 6. Bravo / @CynNotABaddie / Via x.com 7. 8. Jamie McCarthy / Getty Images / Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Images / stillnotziora / Via x.com Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement 9. @FATSOREAP808 / Via x.com 10. 11. VH1 / Twitter: @GimmieABeat 12. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement 13. 14. @_DamyaDanielle / Via x.com 15. Chanel 5 / @PARKERSFlLMS / Via x.com Let us know which tweet made you laugh the hardest, and check out last week’s roundup below if you missed it. My Lungs Are Physically Sore From Laughing So Hard At These 20 Hilarious ****** Twitter Tweets From The Week Source link #Lungs #Physically #Sore #Laughing #Hard #Hilarious #****** #Twitter #Tweets #Week Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

****** announces imminent release of ***** Alexander, last known living American hostage – CNN ****** announces imminent release of ***** Alexander, last known living American hostage – CNN ****** announces imminent release of ***** Alexander, last known living American hostage CNNNetanyahu says ****** could release Israeli-American hostage as a gesture to Trump AxiosHamas claims it will release American hostage ***** Alexander Fox NewsHamas expected to announce release of American-Israeli hostage ***** Alexander tonight The Jerusalem PostHamas says it will release hostage ***** Alexander in agreement with U.S. NBC News Source link #****** #announces #imminent #release #***** #Alexander #living #American #hostage #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Newly enlarged Astral Resources boosts mineral resource estimate to 1.76Moz of gold Newly enlarged Astral Resources boosts mineral resource estimate to 1.76Moz of gold The acquisition of the Spargoville gold project in the takeover of Maximus Resources has boosted Astral Resources’ mineral resource estimate as it prepares to release a key study for its flagship project. Source link #Newly #enlarged #Astral #Resources #boosts #mineral #resource #estimate #1.76Moz #gold Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Boston attorney concerned over new pope’s leadership amid clergy allegations Boston attorney concerned over new pope’s leadership amid clergy allegations After Pope Leo XIV’s first day as the pontiff, a local attorney says he and his clients aren’t thrilled about the decision from the ********. Mitchell Garabedian, a Boston-based attorney, has represented thousands of victims and survivors over decades of alleged clergy ******* abuse. He told Boston 25 News on Friday he was disappointed to see Pope Leo XIV was appointed. “There’s a track record here that doesn’t give many survivors or victims hope,” said Garabedian. “He doesn’t send a message he’s going to protect children or help survivors heal.” He pointed towards two incidents over the last 25 years. Garabedian said in 2000, as head of the Augustinian Order in Chicago, Prevost allegedly housed a priest near a school facing accusations of ******* abuse. Garabedian explained, “That priest was a pedophile, and those children were susceptible.” He also pointed to an incident while Pope Leo XIV was serving in Peru. The attorney criticized his handling of alleged ******* abuse against three young women. Garabedian continued, “Those women have stated … Pope Leo did a shallow job in the investigation.” The majority of New Englanders who spoke to Boston 25 News were happy about the appointment of Pope Leo XIV. Richard Heath said outside the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in the South End, “I was really excited about that!” Alexa MacPherson, a client of Garabedian’s, said she was the victim of ******* abuse at a parish in Dorchester in the 1980’s. She is still demanding action from the ******** with new leadership. MacPherson asked, “You’re doing God’s work? Well, you’re not when you’re hiding predatory priests.” The archdiocese of Boston said in a statement Friday: “The Archdiocese of Boston has a robust, effective trauma – informed program in place to address the long-term impact of the clergy ******* abuse crisis. We have long been proactive with a vigorous child protection program that requires background screening, adult education, and youth education. We take our responsibilities seriously including reporting any allegations to law enforcement. We are committed to the protection of the young people entrusted to our care and to the prevention of any harm to them by anyone. Our new Holy Father has shown his compassion and commitment to the people entrusted to his care over and over again throughout his priestly ministry. We have full faith and confidence in our new Holy Father.” A celebration mass for Pope Leo XIV is set for Friday at 7 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW Source link #Boston #attorney #concerned #popes #leadership #clergy #allegations Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump to receive luxury jet for Air Force One from Qatar – BBC Trump to receive luxury jet for Air Force One from Qatar – BBC Trump to receive luxury jet for Air Force One from Qatar BBCTrump administration poised to accept ‘palace in the sky’ as a gift for Trump from Qatar: Sources ABC NewsTrump to accept a Luxury 747 as a gift from Qatar: Reports The HillTrump to accept luxury jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One CNNScoop: House Democrat seeks probe into reports Qatar plans to gift plane to Trump Axios Source link #Trump #receive #luxury #jet #Air #Force #Qatar #BBC Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

****** says last living American hostage in Gaza will be released in truce efforts – National ****** says last living American hostage in Gaza will be released in truce efforts – National ****** says ***** Alexander, the last living American hostage in Gaza, will be released as part of efforts to establish a ceasefire, reopen crossings into the territory and resume the delivery of aid. The ****** statement Sunday night does not say when the release will happen. The announcement comes shortly before U.S. President Donald Trump visits the Middle East this week. Trump is not planning to visit Israel. 1:53 Strikes across Gaza kill at least 92 people as Israel prepares to ramp up offensive Alexander is an Israeli-American soldier who grew up in the United States. He was abducted from his base during the Oct. 7, 2023, ******-led attack that ignited the war in Gaza. Story continues below advertisement Khalil al-Hayyah, a ****** leader in Gaza, said the group has been in contact with the U.S. administration over the past few days. He said in a statement ****** is ready to “immediately start intensive negotiations” to reach a final deal for a long-term truce which includes an end to the war, the exchange of ************ prisoners and hostages in Gaza and the handing over of power in Gaza to an independent body of technocrats. Alexander’s parents did not immediately return requests for comment, and there was no immediate response from the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump has frequently mentioned Alexander, now 21, by name in the past few months. 0:32 Popemobile to become travelling health clinic for children in Gaza “Every time they say *****’s name, it’s like they didn’t forget. They didn’t forget he’s American, and they’re working on it,” *****’s mother, Yael Alexander, told The Associated Press in February. Story continues below advertisement Bombardment continues Get daily National news Get the day’s top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Israeli strikes overnight and into Sunday killed 15 people in the Gaza Strip, mostly women and children, according to local health officials. Two of the strikes hit tents in the southern city of Khan Younis, each killing two children and their parents, according to Nasser Hospital, which received the bodies. Another seven people were killed in strikes elsewhere, including a man and his child in a Gaza City neighborhood, according to hospitals and Gaza’s Health Ministry. More on World More videos The Israeli military says it only targets militants and tries to avoid harming civilians. It blames ****** for civilian deaths in the 19-month-old war because the militants are embedded in densely populated areas. There was no immediate Israeli comment on the latest strikes. Israel has sealed Gaza off from all imports, including food, medicine and emergency shelter, for over 10 weeks in what it says is a pressure tactic aimed at forcing ****** to release hostages. Israel resumed its offensive in March, shattering a ceasefire that had facilitated the release of more than 30 hostages. The U.N. and aid groups say food and other supplies are running low and hunger is widespread. Children carrying empty bottles raced after a water tanker in a devastated area of northern Gaza on Sunday. Residents of the built-up Shati refugee camp said the water was brought by a charity from elsewhere in Gaza. Without it, they rely on wells that are salty and often polluted. Story continues below advertisement “I am forced to drink salty water, I have no choice,” said Mahmoud Radwan. “This causes intestinal disease, and there’s no medicine to treat it.” 1:42 Israel approves plan to occupy Gaza indefinitely Trending Now Junior hockey player’s sex assault sentence a ‘wake up call’ to young men, advocate says Recount sees Liberals take Quebec riding of Terrebonne by single vote COGAT, the Israeli military body in charge of ************ civilian affairs, says enough aid entered during a two-month ceasefire this year and that two of the three main water lines from Israel are still functioning. Aid groups say the humanitarian crisis is worse than at any time in the 19-month war. Trump to visit the region Trump, whose administration has voiced full support for Israel’s actions, is set to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates this week in a regional tour that will not include Israel. The war began when ******-led militants attacked southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, killing some 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and taking 251 hostage. Fifty-nine hostages are still inside Gaza, around a third of them believed to be alive, after most of the rest were released in ceasefire agreements or other deals. Story continues below advertisement Israel’s offensive has killed over 52,800 Palestinians, mostly women and children, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry, which does not say how many of the dead were combatants or civilians. The offensive has destroyed vast areas of the territory and displaced some 90% of its population of around 2 million. Israel recovers remains of soldier killed in Lebanon in 1982 In a separate development, Israel said it retrieved the remains of a soldier killed in a 1982 battle in southern Lebanon after he had been classified as missing for more than four decades. The recovery of Sgt. 1st Class Tzvi Feldman’s remains brought more closure to a case that has plagued Israel for years. The Israeli military said his remains were recovered from deep inside Syria, without providing further details. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Feldman’s surviving siblings on Sunday and told them that the overthrow of Syrian President Bashar Assad late last year led to an “opportunity” that allowed the military and the Mossad, Israel’s foreign intelligence agency, to gather additional intelligence and eventually locate and retrieve the body, according to video released by his office. Feldman went missing, along with five other Israeli soldiers, in a battle with Syrian forces in the Lebanese town of Sultan Yaaqoub. Several years later, two of the missing soldiers were returned alive to Israel in prisoner exchanges with Syria. The remains of another soldier were returned in 2019, after Russia said it had helped locate them in Syria, while the fate of the other two remained unknown. Story continues below advertisement Cases of soldiers missing for decades have a powerful emotional and political resonance in Israel, where military service is compulsory for most Jewish men. Source link #****** #living #American #hostage #Gaza #released #truce #efforts #National Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Lanna Hill: Met Gala’s staggering excess detracts from worthy message Lanna Hill: Met Gala’s staggering excess detracts from worthy message While the theme itself was certainly powerful, watching the grandeur of the gala through the lens of an increasingly widening poverty gap in the US, for me, just didn’t feel right. Source link #Lanna #Hill #Met #Galas #staggering #excess #detracts #worthy #message Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

***** Alexander, U.S. citizen taken hostage on Oct. 7, will be released, ****** says ***** Alexander, U.S. citizen taken hostage on Oct. 7, will be released, ****** says ***** Alexander, the last living U.S. citizen kidnapped by ****** terrorists and held hostage for more than 19 months, will be released from captivity as part of truce efforts, ****** said in a statement Sunday. “As part of the ongoing efforts by the brotherly mediators to reach a ceasefire, the ****** Movement has held contacts with the U.S. administration over the past few days,” the statement said. “The movement has demonstrated a high level of positivity, and the Israeli soldier with dual American citizenship, ***** Alexander, will be released as part of the steps taken toward a ceasefire, reopening the crossings, and allowing humanitarian aid and relief to reach our people in the Gaza Strip.” It was not immediately clear when Alexander would be released. Israeli media reports claim it could be within 48 hours. This is a breaking news story. Check back for updates. Crisis in the Middle East More More Emily Mae Czachor Emily Mae Czachor is a news editor at CBSNews.com. She typically covers breaking news, extreme weather and issues involving social and criminal justice. Emily Mae previously wrote for outlets like the Los Angeles Times, BuzzFeed and Newsweek. Source link #***** #Alexander #U.S #citizen #hostage #Oct #released #****** Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The strange ‘stinkbird’ born with clawed wings that appears to be an evolutionary ‘orphan’ The strange ‘stinkbird’ born with clawed wings that appears to be an evolutionary ‘orphan’ When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Hoatzins are considered evolutionary orphans as it’s unclear where they sit within the avian family tree. | Credit: Patrick Gallet / 500px/Getty Images Name: Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin) Where it lives: Amazon and Orinoco river basins in South America What it eats: Leaves, fruits and flowers Why it’s awesome: The hoatzin is often regarded as one of the world’s strangest birds. Hatchlings are born with clawed wings — a rare, prehistoric trait — and adults give off a strong, unpleasant smell due to their cow-like, fermenting digestive system, earning them the nickname “stinkbird.” Hoatzin have some pretty weird traits, with mohican crests, blue facial skin, red eyes and large, fan-shaped tails, which they used to maintain balance while navigating dense vegetation. But these tropical birds are most notable for their pungent odor, which is commonly compared to manure or rotting vegetation. This unpleasant smell is the result of a highly unusual digestive process that sets them apart from almost every other bird species. Unlike most birds, the hoatzin has a foregut fermentation system, similar to the one found in cows. It primarily feeds on leaves, which it stores and ferments in a large, chambered crop — a temporary food storage pouch located in the esophagus. Then, the food is passed to the stomach for fermentation, where bacteria break down the tough plant material, releasing gases via burps that produce the bird’s distinctive manure-like odor. Hoatzin smell because of their cow-like fermenting digestive system. | Credit: Nature Picture Library/Alamy This digestive process is highly efficient for breaking down the high levels of cellulose found in leaves. But, it makes the hoatzin both smelly and clumsy, as its enlarged gut makes it difficult to fly. However, the hoatzin’s unusual smell acts as a natural defence mechanism, as predators tend to avoid the bird because they think it is rotten or poisonous. Researchers are uncertain about the evolution of hoatzins. In 2015, a genetic study in the journal Nature suggested that the hoatzin is the last surviving member of a bird line that branched off the evolutionary tree in its own direction 64 million years ago, shortly after the extinction event that wiped out the non-avian dinosaurs. Related stories —Aldabra rail: The bird that came back from the dead by evolving twice —Shoebill: The human-sized African bird that eats baby crocodiles and kills its siblings —Eleonora’s falcon: The raptor that imprisons birds live by stripping their feathers and stuffing them in rocks However, a separate 2024 study in PNAS suggested that hoatzins are not as ancient as previously thought. Although the wing claws of juveniles seem prehistoric, they may have evolved more recently to help these birds survive in the Amazon jungle. As young hoatzins can’t fly, their claws allow them to climb trees to escape predators. In 2024, biologists analyzed and mapped the genomes of more than 360 bird species to create a family tree of major bird groups, but where hoatzin fit into the picture is unclear. The researchers added hoatzins to a category called “orphans” along with shorebirds and cranes — because it’s unclear where hoatzins sit within the avian family tree. This bird is also the national bird of Guyana, where the local name for this bird is Canje pheasant. Source link #strange #stinkbird #born #clawed #wings #appears #evolutionary #orphan Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Hardcore pro wrestling legend Sabu dies at 60 – ESPN Hardcore pro wrestling legend Sabu dies at 60 – ESPN Hardcore pro wrestling legend Sabu dies at 60 ESPNSabu passes away WWESabu, ECW legend and former WWE star, dead at 60 New York PostSabu dies: WWE icon was brutally beaten in last match, left with a bloodied face Hindustan TimesBREAKING Legendary wrestler Sabu dies less than two weeks after last match Daily Star Source link #Hardcore #pro #wrestling #legend #Sabu #dies #ESPN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Goldfields mothers celebrate at high tea Goldfields mothers celebrate at high tea Goldfields mothers and maternal figures were treated to a high tea and pamper activities on Friday. Source link #Goldfields #mothers #celebrate #high #tea Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Out of Sight brings a unique perspective to horror games Out of Sight brings a unique perspective to horror games From the offset, Out of Sight may look similar to other titles such as Little Nightmares or Inside. A girl trying to escape a spooky house with Tim Burtonesque adults chasing her down, however, the game provides a unique perspective to the formula – literally. Developers The Gang has coined Out of Sight as being the first second person game. A bold claim to be sure, but after spending an hour in the game’s world and learning the mechanics this is definitely a game that shouldn’t be skipped. Gameplay Out of Sight’s main draw will be the unique gameplay. Players will control two characters: Sophie a blind child and Teddy with which she uses to see through. You’ll be looking through Teddy’s eyes throughout the entire game, however, in order to solve the game’s numerous puzzles Sophie will have to put Teddy down. There are pink blankets throughout the levels which you can place Teddy down, once done you will be able to control Sophie with the left stick and Teddy’s eyes with the right. It’s reminiscent of old school survival horror games and their fixed camera perspective, however, unlike those game you have full control of where you can look and are not tied down to a static camera placement. Some players may struggle with getting used to the camera and how it works, however, the game doesn’t over complicate itself and keeps the basic controls relatively simple. The puzzles themselves are also very well throughout and aren’t as straightforward as one may seem. Those who like puzzles in horror games may always find that they have a simple solution and don’t require a lot of brain power. Whilst a few of Out of Sight’s puzzles were simple enough, there were a few that genuinely stumped me and provided quite a challenge. There was one in particular that took me a good while to figure out how exactly I could solve it. It’s much appreciated to have a game that doesn’t hold your hand, that being said, haters of the yellow paint found in a number of modern horror games will be disappointed to hear that it is also featured here too. It doesn’t feel as egregious as other games such as Resident Evil 4’s remake, but the inclusion of it in Out of Sight may make a few people roll their eyes and wish they could turn it off somehow. Story So far during my playthrough, Out of Sight’s story hasn’t really provided much in the way of answers. Things have been eluded to from dialogue exchanged between the two main villains Mother Janna and Clayton, but nothing has been outwardly explained. This kind of storytelling is perfect for a game like this. As you explore more of the mansion you discover more things about Sophie, the villains, and the numerous amounts of ghost children. There’s a mystery surrounding the mansion and what evil lies behind closed doors, and both the player and Sophie will no doubt slowly see the truth unravelled before them. It’s definitely enough to keep the mystery alive and I’ve found myself concocting theories about what may happen later in the story; only time will tell if those theories have any weight to them. Technical Out of Sight is a graphically pleasing game to look at and in addition to being technically sound. Throughout the hour I spent with the game there was no drop in quality nor any sound issues. There were occasionally textures clipping through each other and it appeared that the frame rate was low in a few areas, but these were only minor nuisances. However, there was one extremely frustrating technical problem I encountered that left me feeling bamboozled. When I went back to play continue my playthrough my save file disappeared; I didn’t remove the file manually and simply closed the game down after my first hour. It was made even stranger when I managed to locate the save file in the installed Steam files and tried a couple of workarounds, however, this didn’t yield any results and I had to start from scratch – my second file has stayed put ever since. If this is a glitch with the game then it is a pretty big one at that. Hopefully I was just the unlucky one and it was a one time thing, but I think I speak for all gamers out there when I say that nothing is more frightening than your save file disappearing. Conclusion After spending an hour with Out of Sight I can confidently say that it is a must play for those looking for a brand new gaming experience. A few minor things here and there have slightly affected my experience with the game, but they have not waivered my intrigue in the rest of the game and I hope it hasn’t for you too. Out of Sight releases on May 22nd and is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Steam and Epic Games Store. Sam Flanagan Video Production Manager Sam has been an avid gamer ever since he first held a PS1 controller. Over the years he has gained a lot of knowledge about the games industry, development, and publishing, but has always had an interest in game journalism and video editing. He’s hoping to expand his writing and editing knowledge by contributing reviews, articles, and videos to Smash Jump. Source link #Sight #brings #unique #perspective #horror #games Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Popular Asian Restaurant Chain Pei Wei Closes Location Popular Asian Restaurant Chain Pei Wei Closes Location Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key Takeaways Nationwide restaurant chain Pei Wei has reportedly closed down one of its Lone Star state locations. On Saturday, MySanAntonio.com reported that the Pei Wei located at The Strand at Huebner Oaks shopping mall has “quietly” been shut down. The location no longer appears on the official Pei Wei website and shows up as “permanently closed” when searched on Google. It is unclear exactly when the Huebner Oaks Pei Wei closed for good, though the most recent Yelp review for the site is from April 10. This Pei Wei restaurant is one of several San Antonio establishments that has shut down recently, according to My San Antonio. However, five Pei Wei outposts remain in business in the Alamo City. Founded in Scottsdale, Arizona in 2000, Pei Wei Asian Kitchen expanded to Texas in 2001 and California the following year. To date, the franchise has opened more than 100 locations around the country, serving Pan Asian fare to customers. Pei Wei is known for “authentic, Asian-inspired cuisine without compromising on quality or convenience,” according to the company’s official website. “The concept was born from the dream of creating a fast-service ******** restaurant that serves bold, flavorful dishes made with fresh, whole ingredients,” the site says. Pei Wei’s menu includes classics such as orange chicken, spicy General Tso’s chicken, egg rolls, dumplings, rice and noodle bowls and more. “With a menu full of bold, authentic flavors and a commitment to quality that is second to none, Pei Wei is the perfect choice for anyone seeking a taste of Asia without sacrificing convenience or freshness,” the company contends. Source link #Popular #Asian #Restaurant #Chain #Pei #Wei #Closes #Location Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump administration will accept a luxury jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One – NBC News Trump administration will accept a luxury jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One – NBC News Trump administration will accept a luxury jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One NBC NewsTrump administration poised to accept ‘palace in the sky’ as a gift for Trump from Qatar: Sources ABC NewsScoop: House Democrat seeks probe into reports Qatar plans to gift plane to Trump AxiosTrump Is Said to Be Getting Qatari 747 for Air Force One, and Post-Presidency Travel: Live Updates The New York TimesTrump to accept luxury jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One CNN Source link #Trump #administration #accept #luxury #jet #Qatar #Air #Force #NBC #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Has Putin Been Forced To The Table? Has Putin Been Forced To The Table? The Russian leader called for “direct talks” with Ukraine in a late night address. Source link #Putin #Forced #Table Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

US makes ‘substantial progress’ in China tariff talks, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says – National US makes ‘substantial progress’ in China tariff talks, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says – National The lead U.S. negotiator in trade talks with China cited “a great deal of productivity” in resolving differences between the world’s two leading economic powers after officials wrapped two days of bargaining in Switzerland following President Donald Trump’s steep tariffs and Beijing’s retaliation. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday that there was “substantial progress” in the weekend sessions but offered scant details on exactly what negotiations entailed. He said details would come at a briefing the following day. There was no immediate comment from the ******** representatives at the talks. Bessent was more cautious in assessing the state of play than was his partner, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. “It’s important to understand how quickly we were able to come to agreement, which reflects that perhaps the differences were not so large as far as maybe thought,” said Greer, who did not say what deal he was referring to. Story continues below advertisement Neither Bessent, who did not speak of any deal or agreement, nor Greer took questions after making statements at a news conference. The White House subsequently issued a statement titled, “U.S. Announces China Trade Deal in Geneva” but offering only the same quotes by Bessent and Greer. Trump himself also struck a positive tone, suggesting on social media on Saturday night that “GREAT PROGRESS” was being made toward what he suggested could be a “total reset” on the tariffs that have put the global economy on edge. More on World More videos Beijing, however, was more measured about the negotiations’ overall direction. China, in an editorial in its state-run news agency published before Sunday’s second day of negotiations kicked off, said it would “firmly reject any proposal that compromises core principles or undermines the broader cause of global equity.” Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. The discussions were held at a stately villa that serves as the residence of the Swiss ambassador to the United Nations. Negotiations could help stabilize world markets roiled by the U.S.-China standoff that has ships in port with goods from China unwilling to unload until they get final word on tariffs. Trump last month raised U.S. tariffs on China to a combined 145%, and China retaliated by hitting American imports with a 125% levy. Tariffs that high essentially amount to the countries’ boycotting each other’s products, disrupting trade that last year topped $660 billion. Story continues below advertisement In its editorial, Xinhua said, “Talks should never be a pretext for continued coercion or extortion, and China will firmly reject any proposal that compromises core principles or undermines the broader cause of global equity.” Still, top members of the Trump administration were following the president’s lead in insisting that a reset of U.S.-China trade relations could be in the offing. “Secretary Bessent has made clear that one of his objectives is to de-escalate,” U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who wasn’t in Geneva, said on “Fox News Sunday.” He added that the U.S. and China have both imposed tariffs that are “too high to do business, but that’s why they are talking right now.” Trending Now Recount sees Liberals take Quebec riding of Terrebonne by single vote Junior hockey player’s sex assault sentence a ‘wake up call’ to young men, advocate says “We are the consumer of the world. Everybody wants to sell their goods here,” Lutnick said. So they need to do business with American and we’re using the power of our economy to open their economy to our exporters.” Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council, told Fox News Channel’s “Sunday Morning Futures” that “what’s going to happen in all likelihood is that relationships are going to be rebooted. It looks like the ******** are very, very eager to play ball and to renormalize things.” “We’re essentially starting over, starting from scratch with the ********,” Hassett said “and they seem to think that they really want to rebuild a relationship that’s great for both of us.” Story continues below advertisement The talks mark the first time the sides have met face-to-face to discuss the issues. And though prospects for a breakthrough are slight, even a small drop in tariffs, particularly if taken simultaneously, would help restore some confidence. “Negotiations to begin de-escalating the growing US–China trade war are badly needed and it’s a positive sign that both sides were able to gracefully move beyond their bickering over who had to call first,” Jake Werner, director of the East Asia Program at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, said in an email. The Trump administration has imposed tariffs on countries worldwide, but its fight with China has been the most intense. Trump’s import taxes on goods from China include a 20% charge meant to pressure Beijing into doing more to stop the flow of the synthetic opioid fentanyl into the United States. The remaining 125% involve a dispute that dates back to Trump’s first term and comes atop tariffs he levied on China back then, which means the total tariffs on some ******** goods can exceed 145%. &copy 2025 The ********* Press Source link #substantial #progress #China #tariff #talks #Treasury #Secretary #Scott #Bessent #National Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

****** the last Aussie survivor after Popyrin Rome exit ****** the last Aussie survivor after Popyrin Rome exit With the Italian Open only now beginning to get to its second-week business end in Rome, the *********** singles interest has already once again been left resting solely on the shoulders of Alex de Minaur. ‘******’ was left to fly the flag alone after the tame exit of Alexei Popyrin against former winner Daniil Medvedev on Sunday which continues the ********* Open winner’s difficult 2025 campaign. Medvedev marched to a comfortable 6-4 6-1 victory in an hour and 26 minutes, with Popyrin evidently frustrated by his own failing as he clocked up 28 unforced errors to take his season’s record to 6-10, a disappointing follow-up to his breakthrough 2024 campaign. With the French Open just a fortnight away, the *********** contingent’s recent struggles on clay have been striking. The 11 who started in the main draw in Rome, men and women, have all departed before the second week, except for de Minaur. He had battled past Luca Nardi and an irritating front-row spectator on Saturday night and will be a warm favourite to make the last-16 when he faces Bolivian lucky loser Hugo Dellien on Monday, with the South American happy to be gifted his second chance after being defeated in qualifying. Elsewhere in the men’s draw on Sunday, Stefanos Tsitsipas ended up in a heated and lengthy discussion with his conqueror Arthur Fils after his 2-6 6-4 6-2 defea, with the umpire having to come down off his chair and keep a close eye on the pair as supporters in the SuperTennis Arena jeered and whistled. It appeared the animated head-to-head surrounded a moment during the match when Tsitsipas nearly tagged Fils with a booming shot during the second set, with 20-year-old Frenchman using it as his fuel for victory. But there appeared no bad blood between the pair as they left the arena British star Jack Draper recorded his 100th tour win but admitted his frustration had boiled over as he smashed a racquet en route to beating Czech qualifier Vit Kopria 6-4 6-3. Source link #****** #Aussie #survivor #Popyrin #Rome #exit Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

‘Thunderbolts*’ Nears $300M Global As Does ‘Sinners’; ‘Minecraft’s Whole Lotta Lava Tops $900M WW & $500M Overseas – International Box Office ‘Thunderbolts*’ Nears $300M Global As Does ‘Sinners’; ‘Minecraft’s Whole Lotta Lava Tops $900M WW & $500M Overseas – International Box Office Refresh for latest…: Marvel Studios/Disney’s Thunderbolts* has reached $272.2M worldwide in its sophomore session. The current international box office cume is $143.7M after this frame added $34M overseas. The latter reps a 52% drop (-50% excluding China). The New Avengers continue to reap great social scores and are on their way to $300M global by the end of the week. The ragtag ensemble was the top studio title in most offshore markets this weekend. Before we dive into more detail on Thunderbolts* second go-round, let’s dig into some new milestones for Warner Bros/Legendary’s A Minecraft Movie. The Jack ******/Jason Momoa-starrer topped the nine-century mark globally in its sixth weekend with $909.6M through Sunday. It also passed half a billion internationally, now at $500.6M. More detail below. More from Deadline Turning back to Thunderbolts*, it was the top MPA picture in most of Europe. Across Asia, it was No. 1 for the studios save in Japan, and in Latin America it held the No. 1 slot for a studio movie except for Mexico (where Sony’s Karate Kid: Legends was No. 1 in its early opening) and Peru. The antihero pic from director Jake Schreier is already the No. 2 studio title of the year in Hong Kong, Indonesia, India and Thailand. Some of the strongest holds this weekend include in Ukraine (-21%), Poland (-24%), Denmark (-26%), Sweden (-28%), Spain (-31%), France (-31%), Australia (-34%), Germany (-37%) and Hong Kong (-37%). When looking at just the FSS weekend, the 44% dip (excluding China) is stronger than Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (-52%), Captain America: Brave New World (-54%) and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (-54%). The Top 5 markets to date are: *** ($15.5M), China ($13.8M), Mexico ($11.2M), France ($7.2M) and Australia ($6.4M). The global Imax cume is $29M, including $15M from overseas. As for Minecraft, this weekend added $12.5M in 78 offshore markets, helping push the Chicken Jockey across a bunch of new records. It’s now the biggest WB movie ever in Poland, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Lebanon and Turkey. Globally, Minecraft has exceeded such other WB titles as Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, The Chamber of Secrets, and The Prisoner of Azkaban, as well as Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Inception, the first Fantastic Beasts movie and The Crimes of Grindelwald, and Dune: Part Two. The Top 5 to date are: *** ($71.2M), Germany ($37M), Australia ($34.2M), Mexico ($32M) and China ($28.4M). As for Warner Bros and Ryan Coogler’s Sinners, the Michael B. Jordan-starrer sunk its teeth into another $6.6M from 70 offshore markets, repping a solid 40% dip. Strong holds were seen in UAE (-16%), France (-24%), Australia (-26%), Spain (-29%), Saudi Arabia (-31%), Holland (-35%), Germany (-42%), *** (-41%), and Italy (-47%). The overseas cume to date is $68.9M for $283.3M global through Sunday; it will cross $300M global, largely powered by domestic. In like-for-like international markets at today’s rates, the film is tracking 119% over Speak No Evil, 90% higher than Nope, 61% ahead of Get Out, 39% ******* than Us and 33% above Creed. The Top 5 are *** ($17.4M), France ($8.1M), Australia ($5.5M), Mexico ($3.9M) and Germany ($3.1M). Getting out early in Latin America — ahead of much wider release later this month — Sony’s Karate Kid: Legends kicked off with $5.7M from 12 markets in the region. That’s higher than recent nostalgic action/adventure revisits like Sony’s Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (+32%), as well as Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (+24%) at current exchange rates. Powered by strong critical and audience reactions, Mexico took the No. 1 spot with $3M.Other notable openings include Brazil ($860K), Peru ($415K) and Argentina ($320K). The next major market releases include the *** (May 28) and Germany (May 29). Domestic goes May 30, and international play continues in a staggered pattern through the summer. MORE…. Best of Deadline Sign up for Deadline’s Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Source link #Thunderbolts #Nears #300M #Global #Sinners #Minecrafts #Lotta #Lava #Tops #900M #500M #Overseas #International #Box #Office Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Desmond Watson wants to be known as more than just the heaviest player in NFL history – NBC Sports Desmond Watson wants to be known as more than just the heaviest player in NFL history – NBC Sports Desmond Watson wants to be known as more than just the heaviest player in NFL history NBC SportsView Full Coverage on Google News Source link #Desmond #Watson #heaviest #player #NFL #history #NBC #Sports Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

****** official says group holding direct talks with US in Qatar ****** official says group holding direct talks with US in Qatar A senior ****** official has told the BBC that the coming hours are critical to reaching a ceasefire agreement in Gaza. Direct negotiations are currently taking place in Doha, Qatar, between representatives of the group and a US administration official, he said. According to the official, talks have been ongoing for several days and are focused on securing a truce and facilitating the entry of humanitarian aid. A senior ************ official familiar with the negotiations confirmed that two meetings between ****** and a US official took place on Saturday and Sunday. Discussions reportedly covered the issue of Israeli hostages held in Gaza, as well as possible mechanisms for a ceasefire and humanitarian access. Israel is yet to comment on the latest developments. ****** has in the past said it will only agree to a deal that includes the end of the war, something that has been repeatedly rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. President Donald Trump arrives in the Middle East on Tuesday, and Israel has vowed to expand its military offensive against ****** if no deal is reached by the end of his visit. The talks between ****** and the US are taking place amid multiple reports suggesting growing frustration in the Trump administration with Netanyahu’s position. The prime minister is also under pressure at home, with many accusing him of prolonging the war for political purposes. Israeli officials have said the plans for their expanded offensive include seizing all of the territory indefinitely, forcibly displacing Palestinians to the south, and taking over aid distribution with private companies despite protests from the UN and its humanitarian partners. Israel has already blocked the entry of all food, medication and other humanitarian supplies into Gaza for 70 days and renewed its aerial bombardment and other military operations there in mid-March, which have since killed 2,720 Palestinians according to the ******-run health ministry. Since the beginning of the year, according to the UN, about 10,000 cases of acute malnutrition among children have been identified. Food prices have rocketed by as much as 1,400%. The war was triggered by the ******-led attacks on southern Israel on 7 October 2023, which saw about 1,200 people killed and more than 250 taken hostage. Some 59 are still held captive, up to 24 of whom are believed to be alive. Israel’s military campaign has killed 52,829 people in Gaza, according to the ******-run health ministry. Source link #****** #official #group #holding #direct #talks #Qatar Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Nick Bruining: Taxpayers to expect $320 boost in next year’s refund with ‘tick the box’ tool Nick Bruining: Taxpayers to expect $320 boost in next year’s refund with ‘tick the box’ tool A $1000 “tick-the-box” tax deduction means the average taxpayer can look forward to a boost in next year’s refund by about $320 following the re-election of the Albanese Government. Source link #Nick #Bruining #Taxpayers #expect #boost #years #refund #tick #box #tool Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

***** announces latest Virtua Fighter is coming to Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox ***** announces latest Virtua Fighter is coming to Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox ***** has announced that Virtua Fighter 5 REVO is coming to consoles, including Nintendo Switch 2, with additional content, and revealed a new fighter for the next instalment. Revealed during a live stream event on Sunday, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio showed the first footage of classic fighter Wolf Hawkfield, who will be appearing in the next Virtua Fighter game, which was first announced in December. Meanwhile, Virtua Fighter 5 REVO, the remaster first released for PC in January, is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2, with cross-play support, rollback netcode, and new content. “Since Virtua Fighter 5 REVO’s launch, we’ve heard your requests for multiplatform support via the official VF Discord and other channels,” Seiji Aoki, producer of legacy Virtua Fighter projects, said during the live stream. “We on the development team want to give users on all platforms the opportunity to enjoy Virtua Fighter 5 REVO, so we are happy to bring you this announcement. “Also, in bringing the title to multiple platforms, we’re planning to include cross-play support. And to make your cross-play experience even smoother, the rollback functionality used in the Steam version will be supported on all platforms.” He added: “We’re going to include even more content to make this more than a simple port, which we’ll tell you about in future updates.” ***** describes Virtua Fighter 5 REVO as “the Ultimate Edition of this legendary game”, with upgrades including 4K visuals with “updated hi-res textures and more”. A short clip of the next Virtua Fighter then debuted during Nvidia‘s CES presentation earlier this year, to highlight the progress from the first GPUs, which debuted in 1999, until now. The footage included a disclaimer that it is “pre-development in-engine footage,” and “not actual gameplay.” Source link #***** #announces #latest #Virtua #Fighter #coming #Switch #PS5 #Xbox Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Dundee High School wrestling team suspended pending investigation Dundee High School wrestling team suspended pending investigation DUNDEE, MICH (Fox 2) – The Dundee High School wrestling team has been “paused” pending the outcome of an investigation into a complaint lodged against the team. In a letter sent to the community on Friday, Supt. Scott Leach announced an investigation being conducted by the high school administration and school resource officer, and an additional Title IX investigation that has been started by the Thrun Law Firm. Advertisement “The investigation began last month after I received an anonymous complaint regarding alleged hazing involving wrestling team members. The high school administration and school resource officer immediately launched an investigation of the matter consistent with our school policies and procedures,” Leach said. “Our investigation included interviews with members of the wrestling team, coaches, and parents. During the investigation, it was brought to our attention that videotaped evidence existed of additional incidents of hazing, fights and even physical assaults by wrestling team members against other wrestling team members. Leach didn’t give a timeline for when the investigation would be wrapped up. The team was only in the off-season, so the investigation may wrap up before the season begins for the seven-time defending state champions. The team has won 10 of the last 12 Class C state championships, and 16 championships overall. They have also been state runners-up an additional seven times. Source link #Dundee #High #School #wrestling #team #suspended #pending #investigation Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]