Articles By: Richard Davis (Page 347)

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Picture this scene, straight out of a movie: three Americans, along with a bunch of other folks, lining up in a military court in Kinshasa, Congo. It's like something out of a thriller, right? Well, it's real life. These Americans are in some hot water, accused of being in on an attempted coup in Congo. Yeah, you heard that right, a coup!

The 51st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards kicked off last night at the Westin Bonaventure hotel in downtown Los Angeles, and boy, was it a night to remember! Hosted by none other than Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner from "Entertainment Tonight," the evening was jam-packed with excitement and celebration.

Pat Sajak, the iconic host of “Wheel of Fortune,” has wrapped up his 41-season journey on the show, bidding adieu to fans with heartfelt gratitude. His departure, announced last June, marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy of family-friendly entertainment that has spanned generations.

Pat Sajak, after a whopping 40 years at the helm of Wheel of Fortune, bid adieu to the beloved game show, but not without showering gratitude on his partner-in-crime, Vanna White.

Alright, let's mix it up and add some zest to it:

Friday, 07 June 2024 21:14

Future Hoops: The NBA Expansion Saga

Expansion is brewing in the NBA, but it won't happen in the blink of an eye.

Corey Seager is going to miss a few games due to some left hamstring tightness, but luckily he’s dodging the injured list. Manager Bruce Bochy mentioned on Friday that Seager did some light jogging but is still “not quite ready” to play.

Get ready, Brewers fans! The Milwaukee Brewers are calling up one of their top prospects, Carlos F. Rodriguez, to make Tuesday's start against the Toronto Blue Jays. This news, first reported by Edgard Rodriguez and later confirmed by Fernando Rayo of 8 Deportivo, has fans buzzing with excitement.

 You'll have a tough time finding a more bizarre and chaotic 13-second stretch than the ending of Eddie Hall's 2-on-1 bout on Friday.

Coming off a three-point performance on Sunday, Caitlin Clark gave an honest assessment of her WNBA career so far. She's only 11 games in over the past 20 days, and it's been quite a ride.

In Paris, President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a powwow, where Biden spilled the beans about a fresh aid package for Kyiv. With some apologies for the delay, he assured Zelensky that the U.S. has got Ukraine's back, big time. Cue the drumroll for a whopping $225 million aid package! This ain't just some pocket change; we're talking critical stuff like air defense gear and artillery ammo to keep those Russian advances at bay. Biden was all, "You betcha, Ukraine, we're in this together!"

Wheel. Of. Fortune."

Alexander Zverev has reached a settlement after the mother of his child accused him of physical abuse, with a German court closing the case on Friday. Zverev, currently preparing for his French Open semi-final match against Casper Ruud, can now focus entirely on the game.

The Arizona Cardinals are gearing up for the 2024 NFL season, and the excitement is building! In just 93 days, they'll kick off the season at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, facing off against the Buffalo Bills in Week 1.

When the White House rolled out a new initiative on Tuesday to prevent opioid overdoses, Major League Baseball (MLB) emerged as a key private-sector partner for a pretty obvious reason. Remember the tragic death of Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs nearly five years ago? He was found in a Texas hotel room, having succumbed to a toxic mix of oxycodone, fentanyl, and ethanol. This tragedy was traced back to Eric Kay, the former Angels communications director, who illegally supplied oxycodone to Skaggs and other players. Kay's actions led to a 22-year federal prison sentence.

The UK's Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, faced criticism from the Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR) over claims he made about Labour's tax plans. Sunak had stated multiple times during a televised debate with Labour leader Keir Starmer that Labour's plan would lead to a £2,000 tax increase per working household. However, the OSR pointed out that this figure was a total over four years, which might not have been clear to listeners. Additionally, the top Treasury civil servant objected to the Conservatives presenting their accusations as if they were produced by impartial civil servants.

President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa recently announced plans for a government of national unity, aiming to address the country's most pressing issues. Job creation, economic growth, high living costs, service delivery, and tackling crime and corruption are all top priorities, as emphasized in a marathon ANC meeting.

Dolly Parton, the country music legend, is gearing up to make a grand return to Broadway with an exciting announcement!

Johnny Wactor, best known for his role as Brando Corbin in General Hospital, met an untimely demise in the early hours of May 25. Ending his bartender shift, he walked to his car, only to encounter three armed car thieves attempting to steal his catalytic converter. Tragically, a gunshot to the chest claimed his life in what the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner ruled as a homicide.

 Hey folks, mark your calendars because the Chicago Bears are gearing up for their 2024 training camp, and guess what? They're inviting you all to join in the fun! That's right, get ready to witness some gridiron action up close and personal.