A major NCAA settlement could change the face of college sports. A look into the unorthodox worldview of RFK Jr.’s vice presidential running mate. Also, a Tesla owner said his car’s “self-driving” technology couldn’t detect a moving train.
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Landmark NCAA settlement clears the way for college athletes to get paid
Big changes are coming to college sports: student-athletes may start getting paid.
The NCAA and the top five college athletic conferences have agreed to pay nearly $2.8 billion over the next decade to more than 14,000 former and current student-athletes. The agreement must be signed off on by a federal judge overseeing the case, but if approved, it could change the face of college sports forever.
The NCAA and conferences called the settlement a “road map” that will provide unparalleled opportunities for millions of students, but it also marks the end of the amateur model that has been the backbone of the NCAA since its founding in 1906.
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Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but details have emerged over the past few weeks. As mentioned, since 2016 there has been $2.77 billion paid out to over 14,000 athletes who were not able to earn income from sponsorship deals due to now-defunct rules. Also, under the new compensation model, schools will be permitted, but not required, to distribute up to $21 million in revenue per year to athletes. If revenues go up, the cap could go up too. But to get an idea of what the compensation model will look like, Many other considerations.
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An American arrested on ammunition possession charges in the Turks and Caicos Islands is staying in close ties while he awaits sentencing.
What the five Americans hoped would be a dream getaway on the white sand beaches of Turks and Caicos Islands quickly turned into a nightmare when they discovered bullets they’d left in their bags. Turks and Caicos Islands has strict laws regarding possession of firearms and ammunition, with a mandatory minimum sentence of 12 years in prison. Two of the five Americans currently in custody say the experience has strengthened their bond as they await the judge’s sentence while sharing an Airbnb on the island.
U.S. lawmakers sent a delegation to the islands earlier this week to try to expedite the release of the Americans. After the delegation’s visit, the governor’s office issued a statement reiterating that the laws banning firearms and ammunition are clear and “strong penalties are in place to protect all those living and visiting the Turks and Caicos Islands.”
Read more about the unlikely bond they formed the challenges they face.
What the United States v. Live Nation Entertainment and Ticketmaster lawsuit means for music fans
The Department of Justice sued Ticketmaster’s parent company, Live Nation. allegedly violating antitrust laws Live Nation’s overwhelming control over the live events industry has led to lawsuits alleging that the company has engaged in conduct that has harmed the entire industry, from artists and fans (is Attorney General Merrick Garland a closet Swiftie or part of the Beyhive?) to venues and startups looking to enter the industry.
But will this lawsuit mean tickets to your favorite artists’ next concert will cost less? Some experts say it will, but not anytime soon. And some aren’t optimistic that the days of affordable concert tickets will return. Here’s what industry analysts have to say: Explained the status of the ticket after the lawsuit.
RFK Jr.’s Vice Presidential Candidate’s Unorthodox Worldview
Nicole Shanahan, who was Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s running mate, is not expected to attract any new votes in the presidential election, but her embrace of unorthodox ideas may resonate with his supporters. In her first street speech in Austin, Texas, Shanahan said she wanted to talk not about guns or inflation, but about the chronic disease, poverty and political division that plague America.
A one-time Democratic donor, Shanahan underwent a dramatic political transformation in the years leading up to her selection as Kennedy’s running mate, a transformation she attributes to the pandemic and her 5-year-old daughter’s autism diagnosis. By Brandi Zadrozny, Senior Reporter Tracing Shanahan’s path into politics And she spoke to supporters at a rally in Austin about why she resonates with them.
More 2024 election news:
- Donald Trump drew the most diverse audience of his political career at a rally in the Bronx. Here’s what voters said about him ahead of his speech.
- President Joe Biden’s campaign A shift to a more aggressive stance A ruling in Donald Trump’s hush-money lawsuit would be used to take adverse action against him, according to two people familiar with the strategy.
- U.S. officials are preparing for the possibility that North Korea may take military action at the request of Russian President Putin. cause chaos in November’s presidential electionSix senior U.S. officials said.
Kabosu, the dog behind the internet meme “doge,” has died
Kabosu, the Shiba Inu whose questioning expression featured prominently in numerous dog-themed internet memes, has passed away.
Around 2013, a photo of Kabosu giving a slightly sidelong glance went viral on Tumblr and in various online chat rooms, where he became known as “doge.” One of the most iconic and recognizable images In the social web era.
The dog’s owner, Atsuko Sato (62), a kindergarten teacher from Sakura city, Chiba prefecture, confirmed the news in a moving poem on her blog today.
Political Overview
Border Security: Senate Democrats I couldn’t move forward Nearly every Republican senator voted to filibuster a previously rejected border security bill, a vote that was expected to fail but was brought up to make public Republican opposition to a bipartisan compromise.
“An absurd situation”: Ohio Governor Mike DeWine A special meeting was called The state legislature will place President Joe Biden on the ballot this November.
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When a video went viral earlier this week of a Tesla in fully self-driving mode nearly colliding with a train, I wanted to know how it happened. I spoke to the driver, who provided me with an accident report that attributed the accident to an error in Tesla’s technology. His story raises the following questions: Who is liable in accidents involving semi-autonomous vehicles?This is especially true when it comes to automated functions that require oversight.— Ben Goggin Deputy Technical Editor
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- The bodies of three hostages killed in a Hamas attack on October 7 were found Recovered from the Gaza StripThe Israeli army announced this today.
- HPV vaccine Leading to significant savings New research suggests that this treatment may be effective in treating boys and men with head and neck cancer.
- Hundreds of people Went on strike Pro-Palestinian protesters return to the heart of UCLA’s campus at Harvard University’s graduation ceremony.
- Police officers arrest professional golfer Scottie Scheffler Have a lengthy disciplinary record This includes multiple stops.
- Hurricane season is just around the corner and all signs are A very busy year.
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