jilibet apps Maupay also had a dig at Everton when he departed on loan to Marseille in the summer and his latest taunt has further angered the Premier League club’s supporters. The 28-year-old said on X after Sean Dyche’s side had lost 2-0 to Nottingham Forest at Goodison Park on Sunday: “Whenever I’m having a bad day I just check the Everton score and smile.” Whenever I’m having a bad day I just check the Everton score and smile 🙂 — Neal Maupay (@nealmaupay_) December 29, 2024 Former boxer Tony Bellew was among the Toffees’ supporters who responded to Maupay, with the ex-world cruiserweight champion replying on X with: “P****!” Maupay endured a miserable spell at Everton, scoring just one league goal in 29 appearances after being signed by the Merseysiders for an undisclosed fee in 2022. He departed on a season-long loan to his former club Brentford for the 2023-24 season and left Goodison for a second time in August when Marseille signed him on loan with an obligation to make the deal permanent. After leaving Everton in the summer, Maupay outraged their fans by posting on social media a scene from the film Shawshank Redemption, famous for depicting the main character’s long fight for freedom.

NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russian attack with hypersonic missileFormer U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died. He was 100 years old and had spent more than a year in hospice care. The Georgia peanut farmer served one turbulent term in the White House before building a reputation as a global humanitarian and champion of democracy. He defeated President Gerald Ford in 1976 promising to restore trust in government but lost to Ronald Reagan four years later amid soaring inflation, gas station lines and the Iran hostage crisis. He and his wife, Rosalynn Carter, then formed The Carter Center, and he earned a Nobel Peace Prize while making himself the most active and internationally engaged of former presidents. The Carter Center said the former president died Sunday afternoon in Plains, Georgia.SEC rushing leader Dylan Sampson of Tennessee declares for NFL draft

Houston Texans wideout Tank Dell will have surgery to repair a dislocated kneecap, torn ACL and other damage, coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed Monday. Dell sustained the injury to his left leg while catching a 30-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter of Saturday's 27-19 loss to the Chiefs in Kansas City. Dell, 25, remained hospitalized on Saturday and Sunday before returning to Houston on Monday. "We're still meeting with doctors to see what's next for him, but it is a significant knee injury," Ryans said. "Our thoughts and prayers are definitely with Tank at this time." As Dell made a diving catch of a C.J. Stroud pass, fellow receiver Jared Wayne tumbled into Dell as both went to the ground. Dell maintained possession of the ball but had to be carted off the field with his leg immobilized in a brace. The touchdown catch, with 11:40 remaining in the third quarter, brought the Texans to within 17-16 after the extra point failed. Houston (9-6) scored just three points the rest of the way. Dell finished his second season with 51 catches for 667 yards and three touchdowns in 14 games (10 starts). He had 47 receptions for 709 yards and seven scores in 11 games (eight starts) as a rookie in 2023. Ryans also announced that safety Jimmie Ward is out for the year with a mid-foot sprain that will require surgery. Ward left the game on a cart in the first half. Ward, 33, had 48 tackles and two interceptions, including one returned for a touchdown, in 10 starts this season. He has 549 tackles, 10 picks and 51 passes defensed in 126 games (99 starts) with the San Francisco 49ers (2014-22) and Texans. Houston, which already has clinched the AFC South division title, hosts the Baltimore Ravens (10-5) on Christmas Day. --Field Level MediaHarris has ‘no knowledge’ anyone tried to get RTE to take down viral clip

SEC rushing leader Dylan Sampson of Tennessee declares for NFL draft

Dave Portnoy explains billionaire software founder Larry Ellison's role in securing top player at Michigan Michigan pulled off a major coup by landing five-star QB Bryce Underwood By JAKE NISSE Published: 23:23, 26 November 2024 | Updated: 23:33, 26 November 2024 e-mail View comments The college football world was stunned when top quarterback recruit Bryce Underwood flipped his commitment from LSU to Michigan , and Dave Portnoy has explained how billionaire Larry Ellison was involved in the decision. Fans first noticed the names of Ellison and his wife, Jolin, in a statement from Michigan's NIL collective that announced Underwood's commitment, with the pair being thanked for their 'invaluable guidance and financial resources.' And Barstool boss Portnoy - a proud alum of Michigan who previously said he'd contribute $3million to help Michigan get a new quarterback - explained this week how he and Oracle co-founder Ellison joined forces. 'I got a call from the Michigan football team,' Portnoy began Tuesday on the Barstool College Football Show. ' 'They said, 'Hey, there's this donor who wants to talk to you. I said that I'm doing this [getting a quarterback] by myself and I don't need to talk to anybody. And they said, 'Please, this woman is a big fan of Barstool and you, she'd love to talk to you. Her name is Jolin... They said her husband is a guy by the name of Larry Ellison, you ever heard of him?' Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is a proud Michigan alum - and previously pledged to pay up for the school's next quarterback Portnoy detailed how he joined forces with Ellison and his wife, Jolin - a proud UM alum The story of how I met the Ellisons, Bryce Underwood flipped to Michigan, and the future of Michigan NIL changed forever pic.twitter.com/g7chi35bs9 — Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente) November 26, 2024 From there, Portnoy was sold on speaking with Ellison - who is worth $232.6billion according to Forbes - and Jolin, and the three hopped on a Zoom call that night. Like Portnoy, Jolin is a Michigan alum and revealed she was inspired by Portnoy's declaration in September that he'd help fund Michigan's next quarterback. 'I needed somebody from Michigan to step up and show they cared as much as I did,' Portnoy recalled her saying. 'And then it was like the mega powers uniting.'' According to Portnoy, Jolin also said that she 'can’t stomach waking up on a Saturday knowing we’re not the best team on the field.' Following the Zoom call between Portnoy, Ellison and Jolin, the trio set up a call with Underwood and his parents and presented a pitch involving Barstool's marketing power and Ellison's unlimited pockets. Ultimately, Michigan reportedly offered Underwood a deal worth $10million over four seasons - an offer which LSU could not match. The SEC school's offer is said to have come in at about $1.5million per year. Portnoy was widely credited for Underwood's flip before Michigan's NIL collective publicly thanked Ellison and Jolin, though the latter told Portnoy she wasn't concerned with getting credit - just that she wanted to see more national championships from her alma mater. Underwood, the No. 1 recruiting prospect, flipped his commitment from LSU to Michigan Welcome to Michigan Bryce Underwood!!! And just like that we're back! #goblue pic.twitter.com/IGjgcdbDRL — Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente) November 21, 2024 The Barstool Sports founder took to celebrate Underwood's commitment to his beloved Wolverines after the news broke. Read More Dave Portnoy claims credit for No. 1 college football recruit's bombshell commitment flip 'QB No. 1. No. 1. Not in the town. Not in the district. Not in the state. QB No. 1 in the country. Recruit No. 1 in the country,' Portnoy emphatically declared. 'Now everyone's like, 'Dave, how much were you involved?' Listen, there's a lot of other factors, I'm not going to spout from my mouth and say this that and the other. [But] Was I involved in the call with the family? Are they lovely people? Did we pitch a plan? Of course we did! 'Because that's what we do in Michigan. QB No. 1. Hahaha it's great to be king!' He added on Tuesday that Barstool will release a merch collection with Underwood on Black Friday. It's been a disappointing season for the defending-champion Wolverines, who are just 6-5 overall following the departure of coach Jim Harbaugh, but they'll hope to get back on track with Underwood next year. Michigan Share or comment on this article: Dave Portnoy explains billionaire software founder Larry Ellison's role in securing top player at Michigan e-mail Add commentForte Biosciences CFO acquires $124,997 in company stock

NFL roundup: Bengals top Broncos in OT, stay in playoff huntDUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The crypto market continues to witness groundbreaking developments as Rexas Finance (RXS) surges ahead. The platform, focused on real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, has achieved a significant milestone by selling out its 10th presale stage. With $33,125,000 raised so far, Rexas Finance is gaining traction among investors eager to capitalize on its innovative approach to bridging blockchain technology with tangible assets. Presale demand has driven the RXS token price from $0.03 in Stage 1 to $0.175 in Stage 11, marking an impressive near sixfold increase. This growth underscores the platform's vision of democratizing access to global asset markets through blockchain. Revolutionizing Asset Ownership with RXS Rexas Finance is transforming access to asset markets through tokenization, allowing investors to own a fraction or the entirety of real-world assets. Real estate, traditionally an exclusive domain, is now accessible globally with just a click. This removes barriers such as high costs and complex legal processes. For instance, an investor in Asia can now acquire fractional ownership of a luxury apartment in Europe and earn passive rental income. Similarly, an entrepreneur in the Americas can tokenize their property and raise funds on Rexas Launchpad, enabling global participation. Beyond real estate, the platform extends to commodities like gold and oil, valued at trillions of dollars, as well as art and collectibles. Rexas Finance unlocks liquidity in traditionally illiquid markets, creating new opportunities for investors and broadening asset diversification. The platform's tools, such as the Rexas Token Builder and QuickMint Bot, further simplify the tokenization process. Token creators can issue tokens representing their assets and mint them with minimal effort, making blockchain integration seamless for all users. Innovative Ecosystem Driving Adoption Rexas Finance's ecosystem is equipped with features designed to support the tokenization journey: Rexas Launchpad: This fundraising hub allows token projects to secure capital directly from investors, fostering new innovations. Rexas Estate: An integrated feature providing a marketplace for tokenized real estate investments. Rexas AI Shield and GenAI: Advanced technologies ensuring secure and efficient management of tokenized assets, closing the gap between blockchain and real-world utility. By incorporating these solutions, Rexas Finance positions itself as a leader in the RWA sector, offering unparalleled value to users. Unprecedented Presale Success The RXS presale has proven its appeal with rapid sellouts across all 10 completed stages, driven by the platform's focus on community inclusion. Instead of relying on venture capital, Rexas Finance prioritized public participation, granting widespread access to its groundbreaking project. Current figures reflect strong market confidence, with $33,125,000 already raised. Early-stage investors have enjoyed significant gains, as token prices jumped from $0.03 to $0.175, reinforcing the platform's growth trajectory. With the presale in Stage 11, Rexas Finance offers a compelling opportunity for investors to join this blockchain revolution before its anticipated launch. Adding to its momentum, the platform is listed on CoinMarketCap and CoinGecko, increasing its visibility among millions of monthly users. These listings enhance credibility and attract a growing community of investors and enthusiasts, further boosting liquidity and trading activity. Final Push to Join the RXS Revolution Rexas Finance is now hosting a $1,000,000 giveaway, offering 20 winners $50,000 USDT each. Participants can maximize their chances by completing tasks and referring friends, creating additional opportunities to win. 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Stock market today: Wall Street rallies ahead of ChristmasUNITED NATIONS (AP) — Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced $200 million in humanitarian aid for conflict-torn Sudan during what was likely his final trip to the United Nations while in office. With the U.N. Security Council more divided than ever, Blinken led two meetings of the U.N.’s most powerful body on Thursday, capping his engagements with the world body after a tumultuous four years that saw war return to Europe and multiple crises in the Middle East. But neither focused on Russia’s war with Ukraine or the Mideast, where the U.S. has been frequently at odds with permanent members China and Russia and almost always in the minority when it comes to Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza. Instead, in an apparent bid to produce a modicum of consensus, Blinken led Security Council sessions on artificial intelligence and Sudan , where conflict has sparked a dire humanitarian crisis that aid agencies say has not received enough attention. The money announced by Blinken will go toward food, shelter and health care for the people of Sudan. He also said the State Department will work with Congress to provide an additional $30 million to elevate civilian voices to help with the transition back to democratic governance. Here’s a look at America's top diplomat at the U.N.: Blinken has been appearing in person and virtually before the Security Council since March 2021, just after assuming his position as the Biden administration’s top diplomat. In addition to several one-off council meetings, including one in February 2022 shortly before Russia invaded Ukraine, Blinken has gone to New York for a week every September for the annual General Assembly gathering of world leaders. The presidency of the Security Council rotates alphabetically every month among its 15 members. This month, it's the U.S. turn. The country holding the presidency almost always organizes several signature events on topics its government chooses. Presidents, prime ministers and foreign ministers often preside at these meetings, which ministers from other council nations are invited to attend. Russia and China have blocked all council action condemning the invasion of Ukraine. This has led U.S. officials to believe that a session on the topic, especially as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office with a stated goal of ending the war immediately, would likely be a waste of time. On the Middle East, the U.S. has frequently vetoed council action condemning Israel for its tactics against Hamas in Gaza, leaving it virtually alone at the United Nations in supporting Israel. War broke out in Sudan last year between rival generals heading the military and paramilitary forces. The fighting has left tens of thousands dead, forced millions from their homes and pushed a large swath of Sudan’s population to starvation — creating an often forgotten global crisis the U.S. is seeking to spotlight. The roughly $230 million in assistance announced Thursday brings total U.S. support to over $2.3 billion since the fighting erupted. Blinken said the fighting unleashed the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, and every day “brings new atrocities, attacks on hospitals, on markets, displaced persons, camps, summary executions, women and girls subjected to unspeakable sexual violence.” “We continue to see war crimes and crimes against humanity committed across vast parts of Sudan,” he said. The U.S. leads the world in developing AI technology, according to a recently released Stanford University index, and it has been in the forefront of U.N. action on AI. In March, the first U.N. resolution on artificial intelligence was adopted by the 193-member General Assembly. Sponsored by the U.S., it gives global support to an international effort to ensure the powerful technology benefits all nations, respects human rights and is “safe, secure and trustworthy.” Blinken said AI has the potential to do “tremendous good” but can also pose “tremendous threats to the international peace and security that this council is charged with upholding.” He noted that “repressive regimes are using AI-enabled surveillance to target journalists and political dissidents" and that "if algorithms are built into weapon systems, and if they malfunction, they could spark a conflict.” “By setting rules of the road for AI we can minimize these risks, we can harness the exceptional promise of this technology,” he said. Blinken has represented the U.S. at the Security Council about half a dozen times at meetings ranging from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to the war in Gaza. Russia, like the U.S. and China, is a permanent veto-holding member of the 15-nation council, and both have seats at its horseshoe-shaped table. But apart from pointed disagreements during debates, there have been no confrontations or one-on-one meetings between Blinken and Russian diplomats at previous U.N. meetings — and there was none on Thursday. Blinken thanked Russian Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia after his remarks — as is custom — even though Nebenzia accused the U.S. of imposing rules on others but not abiding by them. But the Russian envoy agreed that “we cannot allow AI to dominate human beings and human values.” It is not unusual for Blinken or other senior U.S. officials to attend international meetings and conferences where Russian officials are present, but interactions are rare. Lee reported from Washington.Mark Few likes No. 3 Gonzaga's toughness after win over future Pac-12 'partner' SDSU

British Columbia Premier David Eby said Canada must approach Donald Trump's plan to impose a 25 per cent U.S. tariff on Canadian goods from a position of strength, as business, trade and community organizations called for quick action on the trade threat. Eby said premiers and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau would meet this week to discuss "our strategic approach" to the U.S. president-elect's plan to impose the tariff on Canadian and Mexican imports immediately after his inauguration on Jan. 20, unless action was taken to stem the cross-border flow of migrants and illegal drugs. The B.C. premier made the comments Tuesday in a speech to the annual convention of the B.C. Federation of Labour in Vancouver. "Obviously, this will be devastating to workers on both sides of the border," he said. "Both in the U.S. and in Canada, the impact on families will be profoundly significant." Canada and the U.S. have long been top trading partners, on imports as well as exports, and the strength of this relationship put Canada in a solid position when it came to Trump's tariff threat, Eby said. "We have more in common with Americans than what separates us," he said. "We buy more American stuff than France, than China and Japan and the United Kingdom combined. So, we are negotiating, I believe, from a position of strength." Eby called for a united Canadian approach to the proposed U.S. tariff. "We're going to stand together and we're going to ensure we negotiate from a position of strength and that we negotiate hard and ensure any decisions that are made are in the best interests of British Columbians and Canadians," he said. Eby acknowledged improvements could be made on Canada's border, especially when it came to policing contraband and illegal drugs. "We've called repeatedly, for example, for port police to ensure what comes into B.C. is not contraband, is not illicit drugs or precursor chemicals," he said. "These are things that we can do to make life better here in B.C., as well as respond to concerns that have been raised south of the border." Trump issued a statement on social media on Monday saying Canada and Mexico had the power to solve their border issues, which he called a "long simmering problem." Opposition B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad called for the immediate recall of the B.C. legislature Tuesday to provide funding to secure borders to stop the flow of illegal drugs and migrants. Business organizations in B.C. called on the provincial and federal government to immediately address Trump's tariff plan, which they said would will hurt businesses. The proposal would have significant consequences for B.C. businesses of all sizes and would harm communities and workers across the province, said Fiona Famulak, B.C. Chamber of Commerce president and chief executive officer. “Ottawa must take this news seriously and work proactively with representatives of the incoming U.S. administration immediately to address the issue before the tariffs are implemented," she said in a statement. "We cannot afford to wait until January to take action." The Metro Vancouver city of Surrey, which has two U.S. border crossings, said in a statement the proposed tariff would have severe implications for the city's business community. Most of B.C.'s manufacturing industry is located in Surrey and the city is also home to many thriving import-export-reliant businesses, which would face increased costs and potential job losses if the U.S. tariff was imposed, said Jasroop Gosal, Surrey Board of Trade spokesman. The B.C. Lumber Trade Council said the proposed tariff would hurt U.S. consumers and homebuyers by driving up the cost of building materials from Canada, while the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade said the U.S. was B.C.’s most important trading partner, accounting for 54 per cent of the province’s commodity exports in 2023. "It is imperative that we engage constructively with our U.S. counterparts to advance our collective interests," said Bridgitte Anderson, board of trade president and CEO. "This should act as a wake-up call to all levels of government that a new Team Canada approach is required," said Anderson. "We saw the reaction in the markets, and we saw the (Canadian) dollar fall. The shock waves were quite significant and we shouldn't underestimate what the impact of this could be." She said some of B.C.’s top exports to the U.S. are natural gas, softwood lumber, agricultural products, and minerals and metals. But some economists and policy analysts warned against falling for familiar Trump negotiation tactics. “He likes nothing more than to see his negotiating partners trembling in fear or running around screaming with their hair on fire," said Carlo Dade, trade and infrastructure director at the Alberta-based Canada West Foundation. "So, we need to react, but we need to do so with prudence, with firmness, with thought and without fear and panic." Prof. Nicolas Schmitt said the tariff proposal was a threat rather than a solid policy decision. “We should not panic about the 25 per cent threat right now," said Schmitt, who teaches economics at Simon Fraser University. "It's a bullying tactic. It's like bullying in the schoolyard." B.C. government data says the province's exports to the U.S. in the first half of 2024 were worth $16.9 billion, down 1.1 per cent compared to the same period last year. The U.S. is by far B.C.'s largest export destination, with mainland China in second place receiving goods worth $4.9 billion in the year to July, up 13.2 per cent. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 26, 2024. Dirk Meissner and Nono Shen, The Canadian PressWar Elephants suffer major setback