Iran hawks erupt over terms of Trump’s peace proposal
The terms of a one-page memorandum of understanding reportedly aimed at ending the war with Iran have sparked a swift backlash from President Trump’s allies, who cheer him on in his fight against the Islamic Republic. Prominent conservative media figures and pro-Israel supporters have spoken out against the deal, which would end Iran’s nuclear enrichment…
What caused Victor Wembanyama to lose his cool during his playoff masterclass
The post What Caused Victor Wembanyama to Lose His Cool in Playoff Masterclass originally appeared on The Sporting News. Click here to add Sports News as your go-to source. The Spurs lead Minnesota as the series gets tighter. Team owners asked the arena to add security guards to deal with the raucous crowds. Amid all…
A massive 11,000-carat ruby has been unearthed in Myanmar’s war-scarred gemstone heartland
BANGKOK (AP) — Miners in Myanmar have discovered a ruby ​​of rare and gigantic dimensions, making it the second-largest by weight found in the conflict-torn Southeast Asian country, state media reported Friday. The 11,000-carat ruby ​​(2.2 kilograms, or 4.8 pounds) was unearthed near the town of Mogok in the upper Mandalay region, the heart of…
Nebraska softball honored with multiple Big Ten Conference awards
The Nebraska softball team won multiple Big Ten awards on Friday. Jordy Frahm was named Pitcher of the Year, Alexis Jensen was named Freshman of the Year and head coach Rhonda Revelle was named Coach of the Year. Frum was named the Big Ten Pitcher of the Year for the second consecutive season. She was…
Vatican’s careful words on Pope-Rubio meeting imply deep Trump tensions
Joshua McElwee VATICAN CITY, May 8 (Reuters) – After Pope Leo met with U.S. Secretary of State Rubio, the Vatican issued a statement saying the two pledged to improve bilateral relations, an acknowledgment of unprecedented tensions, insiders and analysts said. Rubio’s meeting Thursday with Leo, America’s first pope, drew widespread public attention as President Donald…
Wirtz misses Liverpool’s game against Chelsea because of stomach infection
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool playmaker Florian Wirtz will miss Saturday’s Premier League game against Chelsea with a stomach bug, head coach Arne Slott said. The Germany international fell ill this week and missed a period of training, so Sloter left him out of Chelsea’s squad for the trip to Anfield. advertise “He tried his…
Deadly bear attack in Glacier National Park is the first in decades at the iconic park
WEST GLACIER, Montana (AP) — The body of a missing hiker has been found in Glacier National Park in what authorities say appears to be the first bear attack in Montana’s iconic park since 1998. “His injuries were consistent with a bear encounter,” the National Park Service said in a written statement Thursday. “Wildlife and…
Amarius Mims was vocal about Bengals keeping offensive line together
The Cincinnati Bengals have become one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL. Now, according to right tackle Amarius Mims, their offensive line could become a weapon of its own. Mims made it clear when he spoke this week that frontcourt continuity is important to him this offseason, and not just from a football…
I moved back to my Midwestern hometown to afford to buy my first house. The city gave me $15,000 to help pay for it.
Payton Friess is from Topeka, Kansas and moved back home after living in Oregon. The affordability of Kansas makes buying a home a reality that would be impossible on the West Coast. A local program also provided Freese with a $15,000 relocation grant, making the decision easier. The now-famous article was based on a conversation…
Jaylinn Hawkins could become a vocal leader in the Ravens’ secondary
Communication will be one of the most important parts of Baltimore’s defense under Jesse Minter. Since all the disguises, rotations and movements happen before the snap, the safety acts almost like the quarterback on the defense. Jaylinn Hawkins takes on that responsibility. Can Hawkins be one of the key communicators in Baltimore’s secondary this season?…
