Chick-fil-A franchisee sued by US government for religious discrimination
The U.S. government is suing a Chick-fil-A franchise after it allegedly denied an employee’s request to take Saturday off for religious reasons. The lawsuit alleges that franchisee Hatch Trick Inc violated federal law by refusing an employee’s request not to work Saturday for religious reasons. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) said in a…
‘The evidence was overwhelming’ – Carrick deal reached
The outcome has been possible since January 25, 12 days after Michael Carrick replaced former boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in place of Ruben Amorim. Carrick has beaten Manchester City – but Amorim, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and others have already done that. Despite their drop in standing, improving their game against opponents from across the city…
Possible hantavirus case under investigation in upstate New York; no connection to deadly cruise ship outbreak
The Ontario County Public Health Department (OCPHD) in Canandaigua says a “suspected” case of hantavirus in upstate New York is under investigation. The department posted on Facebook on Thursday that it was “investigating a suspected local case of hantavirus infection.” “There is no connection to the cruise ship outbreak and there is no risk to…
Major setback for Cricket Canada as ICC halts funding for six months
The International Cricket Council has suspended funding to Cricket Canada for the next six months due to governance-related issues, ESPNcricinfo reports. The move is a major financial blow to the Associate Membership Council, which relies heavily on ICC funding for its operations. Despite the suspension, Cricket Canada’s ongoing cricket activities, including national team programs and…
Smoke ’em if you’ve got ’em: Florida’s Ron DeSantis celebrates cigars
As the Pink Floyd song goes, “Smoking a cigar, you’ll go far.” Just look at Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. DeSantis, who was recently spotted smoking a cigar while golfing at Trump Doral, is on the cover of the June issue of Cigar Aficionado and has been interviewed internally. He also attended the magazine’s “Big Smoke…
Ukrainian drones hit oil refinery in Russia’s Ryazan, Ukraine says
KYIV, May 15 (Reuters) – Ukrainian drones attacked an oil refinery in the central Russian city of Ryazan, the commander of Ukraine’s drone force said on Friday. Ryazan is located approximately 200 kilometers (120 miles) southeast of Moscow. Drone unit commander Robert Brovdie also said his troops attacked 23 military targets and installations in Russia…
American Airlines plane, with congressman onboard, makes emergency landing after smoke detected in the cabin
An American Airlines regional plane carrying members of Congress made an emergency landing on Friday and was evacuated on the tarmac after smoke appeared in the cabin shortly before landing. The FAA said American Eagle Flight 5318, operated by PSA Airlines, was en route from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Kansas City when the…
Jaguars’ DL Arik Armstead weighs in on Travis Hunter’s playing time
No matter how the Jacksonville Jaguars end up using Travis Hunter this season, defensive tackle Arik Armstead is confident in Hunter’s ability to make an impact on both sides of the ball. “I feel great about it,” Armstead said on “Good Morning Football” when asked about Hunter’s two styles of play. “When I first met…
Trump says Xi agrees Iran must open strait, China says war should not have started
Author: Trevor Hunnicutt and Jana Jockell AIR FORCE ONE/DUBAI, May 16 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping has agreed that Tehran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz, although China has given no indication it will intervene. Trump, who flew back from Beijing on Friday after two days of talks with…
Trump says Xi agrees Iran must open strait, China says war should not have started
Author: Trevor Hunnicutt and Jana Jockell AIR FORCE ONE/DUBAI, May 16 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping has agreed that Tehran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz, although China has given no indication it will intervene. Trump, who flew back from Beijing on Friday after two days of talks with…
