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Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) took the stage at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Wednesday touting that he would be former President Donald Trump’s number one ally in Congress if elected.In an impassioned speech, the representative from Florida’s 1st Congressional District criticized President Joe Biden over high inflation and foreign aid.”Inflation has gotten so bad under the Biden-Harris Administration that you can no longer bribe Democratic senators with just cash; you’ll need to use gold bars to ensure your bribes have value,” Gaetz said.Gaetz said that with Trump’s support, he would end taxpayer funding for political campaigns and ban…
This offseason, Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid did something he’d never done before: Despite having multiple suitors, he chose to play for the United States National Team at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Embiid is just one of many stars on the U.S. national team, with other notable names including LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry and Jayson Tatum. With so many high-caliber players on the roster, head coach Steve Kerr faces a daunting task in constructing lineups, with Embiid winning the center spot over Anthony Davis and Bam Adebayo in the first few games. During a recent episode of NBA…
It’s no secret that the relationship between Keylor Martin and Aaron Evans has caused mixed emotions among viewers. Love Island USA This season, one person in particular seems to have strong opinions. In social media posts on July 3 and 5, Kaylor’s mother, Kara Kaylor Stewart, spoke out about her daughter’s relationship with Aaron. After fans saw that Aaron, 26, appeared to cheat on Kaylor, 22, on their final day at Casa Amor and then not be honest about his actions, her mother had some harsh words for Aaron. “My heart aches for you and I wish I could take…
As Day 2 of Amazon Prime Day (yeah, I know, confusing, right?) winds down, dig deeper into this treasure trove of impulse buys and quirky tech deals that defy categorization. It’s the perfect time to unleash your inner gadget enthusiast and revel in everything from the whimsical to the downright genius, which we’ve curated just for you.From random odds and ends that spark curiosity to ingenious creations you never knew you needed, today’s selections promise to ignite your shopping spree. Whether you’re a seasoned techie or simply love the thrill of discovering something new, these eclectic treasures are sure to bring a…
New York City councilman accused of biting police officerJuly 17, 2024 4:06 PM ET• 2 min readNEW YORK — A New York City council member was arrested Wednesday and accused of biting a police officer.Brooklyn Democrat Susan Chuang was detained during a chaotic protest against the construction of a new homeless shelter in her district, police said.Images and videos posted on social media showed police and protesters clashing at the proposed homeless shelter site. In one video, a woman believed to be Chuan can be seen with other protesters trying to pull a barricade away from police as officers attempt…
CNN — President Joe Biden tested positive for the coronavirus on Wednesday, halting a key campaign event aimed at bolstering support among Latino voters at a crucial moment in the election. Biden, 81, is experiencing mild symptoms and doctors say he has received his first dose of the antiviral drug Paxlovir. “I’m feeling great,” Biden told reporters in Las Vegas on Wednesday after receiving both his vaccine and booster shots, giving a thumbs up before boarding Air Force One for the flight to his home in Delaware, where he is self-isolating under the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control…
For Natalie Portman, there’s no such thing as a small role.The Oscar-winning actress appeared on the “Today” show on Monday to reflect on her guest role on the animated children’s series “Bluey.” Portman made a cameo appearance on the Critics’ Choice Award-nominated show during its third season in 2021.Host Hoda Kotb told Portman that she was “wowed” by her voiceover performance when reviewing the actress’ extensive list of acting resume.”That’s the main thing,” Portman said with a laugh, “I was the narrator for a nature documentary that they were watching.”In the episode, titled “Whale Watching,” Portman narrates a TV documentary…
Joe CashBEIJING (Reuters) – China’s economic slowdown has sparked a surge in online idioms describing this “garbage period of history” as a sign of pessimism about the outlook for better jobs, incomes and opportunity.The clearly Chinese-made phrase introduced a basketball term — the turbulent final minutes when the outcome of a game is no longer in doubt — into what started as a debate about history and then became a heavily censored online discussion about whether Chinese workers and investors should give up.China’s latest economic data has shaken confidence, with growth slowing to a weaker-than-expected 4.7 percent last quarter, highlighting…
The owners of Angel City Football Club have agreed to sell the team in a deal that would make it the most valuable women’s sports team in the world.Walt Disney Co. CEO Bob Iger and his wife, Willow Bay, dean of the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communications and Journalism, have agreed to buy the Los Angeles-based team, ACFC announced in a statement on Tuesday. The purchase price values the club at $250 million.The statement did not say how much Bay and Iger would put into the deal, but did say they would become controlling owners of the…
White Sox list Martin Maldonado for sale: Article published by NBC Sports ChicagoThe White Sox have designated Martin Maldonado for designation, The Athletic reported Wednesday.In addition to Maldonado, the White Sox announced Wednesday they also designated infielder Danny Mendick for assignment and optioned infielder Lenin Sosa, clearing the way for new signing Nick Senzel.The 37-year-old Maldonado signed with the White Sox in January. He’s sharing catching duties with youngster Corey Lee, who is arguably having a much better season than the veteran Maldonado.At the plate, Maldonado is batting .119 with four home runs and 11 RBIs, allowing just 16 hits…