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About midway into the show at Roadrunner Sunday night, Lake Street Dive singer Rachael Price paused to give a shout-out to the Boston music scene, and to reflect on the “small places” — Toad and the Lizard Lounge were two she mentioned — where the band started making its way 18 years ago. That Price and her bandmates were finishing up a two-night stand in one of the larger music rooms in Boston showed how far they’ve come since then. And the music they played — their heady mix of classic R&B, pop, and soul, which somehow manages to effortlessly combine fidelity and reinvention — showed why they are where they are now.Sunday’s performance certainly had the feel of a hometown show (“It’s good to be home,” Price exclaimed after the roar that greeted the conclusion of opening song “Know That I Know”). It looked back to the band’s early Boston days musically as well, via several selections from initial label release, “Lake Street Dive.” There were also nods to Lake Street Dive favorites, including the hooky-as-hell “Bad Self Portraits” and the jumping “You Go Down Smooth,” driven by Bridget Kearney’s marvelous bass riff.And, as usual, there were a couple of offbeat covers, this night in the form of a jagged version of the early Dionne Warwick hit “Anyone Who Had a Heart” and a take on Bonnie Raitt’s “Nick of Time” (on which opener Devon Gilfillian joined Price to duet). But in the main, this was a showcase for Lake Street Dive’s new record, “Obviously,” which came out a little over a year ago. The band ranged through eight of the album’s 11 tracks through the course of the evening. “Hypotheticals” displayed their characteristic killer harmonies; “Lackluster Lover” brought slinky syncopated R&B, and “Nobody’s Stopping You Now” sounded even more anthemic than its recorded version. “Hush Money” was offered in a jacked-up version that featured James Cornelison’s slide guitar, while “Feels Like the Last Time” was the centerpiece of a single-mic acoustic set. ‘”Same Old News,” with keyboard player Akie Bermiss exchanging vocals with Price and showing he also has chops in that regard, made clear that Lake Street Dive has spent a little time worshipping at the Church of Hall & Oates.Get The Big To-DoYour guide to staying entertained, from live shows and outdoor fun to the newest in museums, movies, TV, books, dining, and more.Lake Street Dive perform at Roadrunner Sunday night, the second of their two weekend shows at the venue.Ben Stas for The Boston GlobeIn the face of a recent personnel change occasioned by founding member Mike Olson’s departure last year, the band has adapted (with Cornelison coming on board as to replace him on guitar) and remains a fearsome juggernaut live. And frontwoman Price is simply an animated force; her use of her instrument remains a wonder, and she sings with her body as much as with her voice, dancing, gesticulating, constantly in motion. To cop from one of their most popular songs, Lake Street Dive continues to go down smooth.LAKE STREET DIVEWith Devon Gilfillian. At Roadrunner, SundayStuart Munro can be reached at [email protected].

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Latam Airlines airplanes are seen at Guarulhos International Airport in Guarulhos, near Sao Paulo, Brazil. REUTERS/Amanda PerobelliRegister now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comJune 13 (Reuters) - LATAM Airlines Group SA (LTM.SN), the largest air transport group in Latin America, on Monday asked a bankruptcy judge to approve $2.75 billion in new loans to fund the company's exit from Chapter 11.U.S. Bankruptcy Judge James Garrity in Manhattan will review the request during a court hearing on June 23.LATAM, which has operating units in Chile, Brazil, Colombia and Peru, says it has commitments for $2.75 billion in loans from JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Goldman Sachs Lending Partners LLC, Barclays Bank Plc, BNP Paribas, BNP Paribas Securities Corp and Natixis, with an additional $1.17 billion agreement to refinance and extend its existing bankruptcy loan.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com"This commitment secures us the full amount of financing required to complete our restructuring plan and, very importantly, with a degree of flexibility that allows us to optimize existing market conditions," LATAM Airlines Chief Executive Roberto Alvo said in a press release on Saturday.In addition to the judge approving the exit loans, LATAM is awaiting Garrity's decision on whether to approve its overall restructuring plan.LATAM needs to secure its exit loans before emerging from bankruptcy and continuing to raise funds through a post-bankruptcy $800 million equity offering, according to court documents.Born in 2012 from the merger of Chile's LAN with Brazilian rival TAM, LATAM was one of three major Latin American airlines to seek Chapter 11 protection in New York two years ago amid the economic fallout of the pandemic. The other two, Mexico’s Grupo Aeromexico (AEROMEX.MX) and Colombia’s Avianca SA (AVT_p.CN), have both emerged from bankruptcy in the past six months. read more Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comReporting by Dietrich Knauth; Editing by Lisa ShumakerOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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Homewood’s Rabid Brewing has a big summer ahead.Its Feast of the Goat Queen is slated to return July 23 for the first time since 2019. And July 28 will see the expansion of a fundraiser started last year for the Homewood Science Center.“It’s going to be a really great time,” said Raiye Rosado, co-owner of Rabid.The events mark something of a comeback for the brewery from pandemic reductions. While the science center fundraiser got something of a “trial run” last year, it was limited in scope because people were not yet comfortable with large gatherings, Rosado said. There was also an at-home version of the party with a curated four-pack of beer.By all accounts the event was “fantastic,” Rosado said, and people are ready to be together again outside. So the take-home “Chill Packs” are giving way to a full-fledged summer fest with beer and a silent auction in 2022.Feast of the Goat Queen is slated to feature a performance artist Goat Queen, in costume and interacting with customers. And people will — as they could in both 2018 and 2019 — drink beer alongside baby goats again this year, Rosado said.“This event has morphed and changed over the past few years, but that is one thing that has always been solid,” she said. “This party was about drinking beer with baby goats.”This year’s event will be adding an artisan market where 20 artists will offer works celebrating natural, mystical and magical things, according to Rosado. Tarot card readers, dancers and hula-hoopers are expected to join the party as well.“There will be a lot of things we hope are really unique to our clientele,” Rosado said. “We have a whole group of people who have been building their costumes for this event ever since I told them we were going to bring it back. … This is the return of a beloved event for us.”Patrons kick back with a couple of drinks on a windy and chilly afternoonlast fall during Dryad’s Artisan Market at Rabid Brewing in Homewood. The brewery hopes to expand its outdoor events this summer. (Bill Jones / Daily Southtown)Rosado said when they dreamed up the fest, it unwittingly lined up with the ancient Floralia festival, which focused on fertility, agriculture and produce. It was traditionally done right before the popular Dark Lord Day event at 3 Floyds brewery in Munster, Indiana. The Homewood event often featured the release of the triple IPA Horus as an “alternate view — dark versus light” to the Munster brewery’s big stout. This year’s Horus already was released, so Rosado said people will have to wait to see what’s in store for the Feast.With its recently reopened outdoor “Beer Field” abutting a large white wall, the brewery is hoping to show a series of cult classic movies this summer to add to its slate.Themed gatherings have been a part of Rabid ever since the brewery opened, Rosado said, a trend that’s growing wider throughout the area as more breweries turn their tap rooms into event spaces.“I’m pretty open to anything,” Rosado said of events. “One of the things we’re really trying to focus on this summer is providing things people can do outside and leaning into what’s really special about our location. … Every brewery should have a well-developed brand and a sense of who they are.”Rosado said she thinks breweries have become event hubs for many communities because they tend to be family-friendly and become one of the first places people ask for help. Rabid regularly gets requests to donate products or sponsor events, for instance.That is how many events get their start at Horse Thief Hollow in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood, according to owner Neil Byers. A recent event called Brewing for a Cause: Mental Health for Police Officers and Firefighters started with a donation request. It turned into a contest between brews, in which customers voted for their favorites.Horse Thief Hollow has been hosting events almost all the way back to when the brewery first opened its doors. Byers said he sees the events as an extension of what they serve.“I think it probably has something to do with the creative developments of our brains,” Byers said. “What can we brew that’s going to make an impact to the marketplace? So you have this creative tendency. At least for me, personally, that creativity provides an opportunity to think outside the box and say: What can we do that would be different for a charitable event and an event in general?”Daily SouthtownTwice-weeklyNews updates from the south suburbs delivered every Monday and WednesdayThose events have also helped Horse Thief Hollow form numerous partnerships in the community, including one that involves cattle.Byers has a buddy in Indiana who provides young cows to Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences in Chicago. The students there continue to raise them until they are full market size, and then the cattle are processed, Byers said. In late May, the brewery featured very local steaks during “Angus Week,” and Horse Thief Hollow sponsored a college scholarship for the student who demonstrated the best care of the animals.Next up, Horse Thief Hollow is to take part in the Beverly/Morgan Park Wizarding Weekend July 21-24. The neighborhood event is to feature collaborations between the community’s businesses, restaurants and institutions on events, classes, entertainment and more. The neighborhood camaraderie is a big part of what drives Byers, who was born and raised there.“We’re very motivated for the community to stay strong and work together on things,” Byers said. “You look at breweries all over the place, they kind of became hubs of the community.”Tinley Park’s Soundgrowler Brewing Co., which has played into its theme with doom yoga in the past, also has a slate of events planned for the season. A Vintage Market was held in May. A Vegan Market is slated for June, with a Latin Market coming in July.Blue Island Brewing Co. also has a matinee show and Robbie Fulks meet and greet coming up in July to raise money for the Frankfort Bluegrass Festival. And more events are likely to come this summer.Bill Jones is a freelance reporter for the Daily Southtown.

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A team of engineers at the Northwestern University in Illinois devised a minute remote-controlled robotic crab. With a width of just half a millimeter, it is the smallest walking remote-controlled robot ever created.As of yet, we are still dealing with exploratory research, but the team has hopes for their technology to become a stepping stone toward practically deployable mini robots capable of performing challenging tasks in cramped spaces which are unreachable with contemporary technology. Worthwhile use casesBecause these mini robots are capable of bending, twisting, turning, walking, and jumping while being controlled remotely, they could potentially be useful as agents to assemble or restore tiny machines or structures. They could conceivably also be deployed as 'surgical assistants' to stem internal bleeding, remove cancerous tumors, or alleviate clogged arteries in minimally invasive procedures.Dr. Yonggang Huang, who led the underlying theoretical work of the project, explained that their technology allows for a selection of different movements while averaging a speed of half its body length per second. Huang: "This is very challenging to achieve at such small scales for terrestrial robots."Innovative engineeringThe robotic crab, which is smaller than the size of a flea, is not propelled by complicated machinery, hydraulics, or electricity. Instead, its ability comes from the elastic strength of its body. The team employed a shape-memory alloy material to build the robot, which, when heated, returns to its "memorized" shape. In this instance, the researchers utilized a scanning laser beam to quickly heat the robot at several specific spots across its body. When cooled, a thin layer of glass restores the distorted component of the structure to its original shape. The tiny crab as it transitions from one phase to the next, from distorted to memorized shape and back. The laser not only activates the robotic crab remotely, but its scanning direction also determines the robot's walking path. For example, scanning from right to left leads the crab to move from left to right as well.Dr. John Rogers, who led the experimental work of the project, explains that the cooling happens very quickly due to the microscopic size of these robots. As a matter of fact, he noted that making them smaller, perhaps counterintuitively, allows them to actually move faster. Manufacturing minuscule robotsHuang and Rodges used a method they presented eight years ago to manufacture these tiny critters — a pop-up assembly method inspired by a child's pop-up book. To begin, the team created flat, planar geometries for the walking crab constructs. These precursors were then attached to a somewhat stretched rubber substrate. A controlled buckling process happens when the stretched substrate is relaxed, causing the crab to "pop up" into precisely specified three-dimensional shapes.Above mentioned method of manufacturing allowed the team to create miniature robots of numerous different sizes and shapes. So why specifically these cute miniature crabs? We can thank a 'creative whim' from the collaborating students for that. According to Rogers, the students felt inspired and amused by the sideways crawling motions of tiny crabs.The team has published their research in the peer-reviewed science journal Science Robotics, listed below for those interested in more details and background information.Sources and further reading on the subject:Submillimeter-scale multimaterial terrestrial robots - (Science Robotics)Northwestern UniversityUnusual mini-robot capable of transporting small packages without the need for chips or batteries - (Universal-Sci)

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One thing Obi-Wan Kenobi has over other Star Wars series: Darth Vader, aka Anakin Skywalker. Sitting at 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, the Disney Plus show fared far better with critics and fans than its predecessor The Book of Boba Fett (66%), not least because it features the return of the Sith Lord himself.So would actor Hayden Christensen consider returning to the role again were he offered another Disney Plus series to star in? The Hollywood Reporter posed this question in an interview published Monday."Absolutely!" Christensen replied when asked if he would star in an Anakin Skywalker prequel or Darth Vader limited series. "To get to do more with this character would be amazing!"Set 10 years after the events of Star Wars: Episode III -- Revenge of the Sith (2005), Obi-Wan Kenobi follows Ewan McGregor's titular Jedi Master who sets out to rescue the kidnapped Princess Leia (Vivien Lyra Blair). In episode 3, this leads Kenobi to a confrontation with Darth Vader, whom Kenobi believed to be dead. Christensen went back and watched the prequel movies to prepare for his return to the role."I certainly went back and watched all the films again and studied Anakin as much as I could. There is just a lot going on with the character. He's always sort of processing and trying to figure out what's going on around him."Catch the penultimate episode of Obi-Wan Kenobi on Wednesday. Movies Coming in 2022 From Marvel, Netflix, DC and More See all photos

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Charlotte Hornets forward Montrezl Harrell was arrested in Kentucky last month on drug trafficking charges as he is set to become a free agent once the new league year begins.Harrell was initially pulled over in Richmond on May 12 for following a vehicle in front of him too closely, and when a Kentucky state trooper pulled him over, the officer stated he smelled marijuana emanating from the SUV the NBA player was driving, the Charlotte Observer reported, citing police records.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Montrezl Harrell #8 of the Charlotte Hornets in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on March 30, 2022 in New York City. (Mike Stobe/Getty Images)The 28-year-old NBA veteran admitted to having a small amount of marijuana in his possession, and the trooper discovered that "three pounds of marijuana in vacuum sealed bags" were found in a backpack in the backseat of the vehicle, police said.Harrell was charged with trafficking less than five pounds of marijuana.LAKERS' ANTHONY DAVIS MAKES STUNNING ADMISSION ABOUT OFFSEASON Montrezl Harrell #8 of the Charlotte Hornets drives against Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on April 08, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)Kentucky does not have legalized marijuana. CBD oil can be used for medicinal purposes only. According to the outlet, Harrell faces 1-5 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. It is a Class D Felony for those who commit the crime for the first time.Harrell, who made $9.7 million between the Hornets and Washington Wizards last season, averaged 13.1 points and 6.1 rebounds in 71 games. Montrezl Harrell #8 of the Charlotte Hornets prepares to shoot a free throw during the game against the Atlanta Hawks during the 2022 Play-In Tournament on April 13, 2022 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. (Scott Cunningham/NBAE via Getty Images)CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPHe played at Louisville during his collegiate career and will become a free agent over the summer Ryan Gaydos is the sports editor for Fox News and Fox Business. Story tips can be sent to [email protected].

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Fox Sports opted against airing "Jeopardy" champion Amy Schneider throwing out a first pitch during the network’s coverage of a baseball game from San Francisco this weekend, instead showing footage of NASCAR driver Kurt Busch making a ceremonial toss.Schneider, an Oakland resident who triumphed in 40 consecutive "Jeopardy" contests and is the show's greatest female player, took the mound ahead of the Giants-Los Angeles Dodgers game on Saturday.The unexplained snub took on even greater weight since Schneider, the first transgender woman to qualify for "Jeopardy's" Tournament of Champions, had appeared Saturday as part of Pride Day at Oracle Park.Schneider's toss wasn't aired by Fox Sports, which carried the game regionally. Instead, the network showed Busch throwing out a first pitch — which he did at Oracle Park on Thursday before the Giants played the Colorado Rockies.Fox announcers used Busch's ceremonial toss to remind viewers the network was televising Sunday's NASCAR race at Sonoma Raceway, just 40 miles north of Oracle Park.But placement of the Busch footage, without mentioning that it had happened 48 hours earlier, gave viewers the impression that he made the throw on Saturday and not Schneider."I wanted to make a correction from what I watched yesterday on the Fox broadcast," Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper told fans on NBC Sports Bay Area on Sunday. "The broadcast implied that Kurt Busch threw out the first pitch yesterday which was not true.""It was Amy Schneider from 'Jeopardy' fame who threw out the first pitch on Pride Day yesterday," Kuiper added. "So I just wanted to make sure she got her due." The Dodgers and Giants put aside their ancient rivalry and both donned caps with rainbow colors instead of L.A.'s distinctive white and San Francisco's orange. Representatives for Fox Sports on Monday did not immediately return several messages from NBC News seeking a response.Cyd Zeigler, co-founder of Outsports.com, said he was willing to cut Fox slack for the oversight."They showed the (scoreboard and other stadium signage) showing 'Pride Day' multiple times when they didn't have to," Zeigler said Monday.Zeigler sympathized with viewers upset by the snub, but said he doesn't believe there was any ill intent."Is this some moment of transphobia? No, that's not how I read it," Zeigler said. "It's certainly unfortunate that it happened and it's great the announcers the next day talked about it. But I'm not reading this as trying to erase the LGBT community. It's embarrassing, it's just stupid." Schneider declined comment on the Fox snub on Monday and said she was grateful for the chance to take the Oracle Park mound."As a lifelong baseball fan, just getting the chance to walk out on the field, let alone throw out the first pitch, was a dream come true," she said in a statement released by "Jeopardy." "I also want to state for the record that in my practice session I was getting it over the plate about half the time, so that pitch did not represent the best that I can do!"Busch finished 18th on Sunday at the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway. His brother, Kyle Busch, won Saturday night’s Camping World Truck Series race in Sonoma.Follow NBC Out on Twitter, Facebook & InstagramDavid K. Li is a breaking news reporter for NBC News.

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Chris Pizzello/The Associated Press Rebel Wilson attends the premiere of the Netflix film “Senior Year” in West Hollywood, Calif. An Australian journalist has issued an apology to actress Rebel Wilson after being accused of trying to reveal her sexuality, The Guardian reported on Monday. Andrew Hornery, a gossip columnist for The Sydney Morning Herald, reportedly messaged Wilson’s team last week, giving them two days to provide comment for a story about Wilson’s relationship with a woman, which was not yet public knowledge. Wilson beat Hornery to the punch and took her relationship with fashion designer Ramona Agruma public via Instagram on Thursday before his story was published. “I thought I was searching for a Disney Prince… but maybe what I really needed all this time was a Disney Princess,” the Australian actress captioned her post, adding, “#loveislove.” Hornery then published a different column, this one complaining about her move. He had reached out to her representatives with “an abundance of caution and respect,” he claims. “Big mistake,” he added. Hornery’s response to the alleged snub sparked backlash from readers, prompting the Herald to remove the column. Hornery has since apologized, saying, “My email was never intended to be a threat.” He added, “It is not the Herald’s business to ‘out’ people and that is not what we set out to do. But I understand why my email has been seen as a threat. The framing of it was a mistake.” Tags andrew hornery Prince rebel wilson rebel wilson sydney morning herald

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AMSTERDAM — The Rolling Stones canceled their concert in Amsterdam on Monday, just hours before it was due to start after lead singer Mick Jagger tested positive for COVID-19.The band announced the cancelation in a statement, saying the 78-year-old Jagger tested positive “after experiencing symptoms of COVID upon arrival at the stadium” on the outskirts of Amsterdam. There were no further details about his condition.“The Rolling Stones are deeply sorry for tonight’s postponement, but the safety of the audience, fellow musicians and the touring crew has to take priority,” the statement said, adding that the show would be rescheduled and tickets for the concert at Amsterdam's Johan Cruyff Arena would be honored for the new date.Some fans were already in the stadium when it was announced that the show had been scrapped.The veteran rockers are touring Europe with a show called SIXTY to mark six decades together. Their last show was at Liverpool’s Anfield Stadium on June 9. The next scheduled concert is in Bern, Switzerland, on June 17.Related:Mick Jagger snaps tourist-y photos around Dallas ahead of Cotton Bowl concert

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We’re offering live updates and analysis from Game 5 at the Chase Center. Follow along with insights from Nicole Yang and Chad Finn. You can watch on ABC.Regardless of how tonight goes, this series will go at least six games. Game 6 is back at TD Garden on Thursday.Click here to refresh | Sign up for Court Sense, our Celtics newsletter | Read more Celtics stories from the GlobeGet Court SenseBounce around the NBA with our Celtics-centric look at the latest happenings on and off the court.Celtics take their first lead of the game — 10:41 p.m.The Warriors called a timeout after Al Horford hit a three to put the Celtics up, 58-55, with 6:27 to go in the third quarter. Boston is outscoring Golden State 19-4 in the second half.Finn: Celtics hit back-to-back 3s to take their first lead at 58-55. Both were the result of patient playmaking. Jaylen Brown found Marcus Smart for the tying 3, then Tatum drove and kicked out to Al Horford up top for the go-ahead 3.Yang: The Celtics are on a 19-4 run in the third quarter with 6:27 remaining.Finn: Holy cow, they’re 8 for 8 from 3 since starting 0 for 12. Now 8 for 20.Scoring update: 7:10, third quarter — 10:39 p.m.Warriors 55, Celtics 52Boston is 3-3 from 3 to kick off the second half.A flurry on offense puts the Celtics within two — 10:30 p.m.They’ve scored 10 straight points to open the second half. Warriors 51, Celtics 49.Yang: Well, the Celtics have started the third quarter on a good note. Jaylen Brown made both free throws on back-to-back trips to the line and then Jayson Tatum hit a 3-pointer.And Jayson Tatum knocks down another three to bring the Celtics within two and force Steve Kerr to call a timeout. Can’t ask for a better start to the third quarter than a 10-0 run.Finn: In just 1 minute 45 seconds, too. I do not believe this was expected.McInerney: I believe you are right.Finn: There are reports of poor previous third quarters. Will investigate.Finn’s take: The good and the bad — 10:22 p.m.By Chad FinnThe good and the bad at halftime:The good: It took Jayson Tatum awhile to get involved — he didn’t take his first shot until 1:43 remained in the first quarter — but he’s been very good since, hitting 6 of 9 shots for 13 points while grabbing 8 rebounds ... They outrebounded the Warriors, 31-24 ... They’re not down 40 despite playing like they’re new to the sport and still figuring out the rules. Does that count?The bad: Everything not mentioned above ... The Celtics are just 3 of 15 from 3, having missed their first 12 ... more annoyingly, they’re 4 of 9 from the line ... Jaylen Brown is just 2 for 10, and as good as he is, when he’s not scoring, there’s not anything else he does to help the offense.Stat check: No good, the bad, and the ugly — 10:15 p.m.The Warriors are shooting 17.6% from three (3-for-17). The Celtics are shooting just a smidge better — 20% (3-for-17). Boston is shooting 39% from the field (16-for-41) to the Warriors’ 46.5% (20-for-43).The big difference: Fast-break and bench points. The Warriors have eight off the former, and 10 off the latter (to the Celtics 0 and 1, respectively).The 39-point first half for the Celtics is tied for their fourth-fewest points ever in a first half of an NBA Finals game. Their all-time low was 31 points in Game 6 of the 2010 NBA Finals against the Lakers. (via Alex Speier)Andrew Wiggins scored 16 for the Warriors in the first half, his most in any half of these playoffs.aylen Brown scored 4 points, shooting 2-for-10. It was his second-worst shooting half of the playoffs in any half in which he attempted at least 6 shots.The Celtics have committed 9 turnovers while Golden State has just three at halftime. The Celtics are 4-5 in games in which they had more turnovers than their opponents in these playoffs, and 10-3 when not committing more turnovers than their opponents.AT THE HALF: Warriors 51, Celtics 39 — 10:10 p.m.Golden State has a 12-point lead.Yang: I expect Ime Udoka to lay into the Celtics during halftime. He’s probably going to use, as Grant Williams says, “the a-hole word” a lot.Finn: The “a-hole word” may not be strong enough. Celtics cut into the lead when Curry sat, but ended up losing the quarter by a point.Yang: That being said, the Celtics are only down 12 and still within striking distance. Jayson Tatum is stringing together a nice night, 6 of 9 for 13 points. The third quarter will be telling.Washburn sums it up:Scoring update: 2:18, second quarter — 10:05 p.m.Warriors 45, Celtics 35Finn: Celtics are just 2 of 5 from the foul line.Yang: Andrew Wiggins has been Golden State’s second-best player this series. He’s typically recognized for his impressive defense when guarding Jayson Tatum, but he’s also the Warriors’ leading scorer tonight with 14 points on 6 of 13 shooting.Finn: He really has. Wiggins has been pretty reliable for a player who’s been such an enigma in his career.On the bright side — 10:02 p.m.Via Himmelsbach: As bad as it seems the Celtics have shot it, both teams are now 3 for 15 from three.Scoring update: 4:14, second quarter — 9:57 p.m.Warriors 37, Celtics 29Yang: What’s most impressive about Golden State’s start is that Curry production isn’t even leading the way. He’s 2 of 7, including 0 of 2 from three, for 4 points. Curry seemed due for a dud, which sounds crazy to say, but his gravity alone benefits the Warriors’ offense.Finn: Payton Pritchard, Grant Williams, Al Horford, and Derrick White are a combined 1 for 10, and that’s 3 for 19 if you include Jaylen Brown.The Celtics are 0-12 from three — 9:55 p.m.Finn: Warriors have started the second quarter shooting 1 of 8. Purely coincidental, I’m sure, but Steph Curry just checked back in at 6:43.Yang: Steph Curry checks back into the game with 6:43 remaining in the second quarter. With Curry off the floor, the Celtics cut into Golden State’s lead by 5.McInerney: Tatum is wearing his Taco Jay Nikes again, same as Friday. Are they jinxed?!Scoring update: 9:11, second quarter — 9:45 p.m.Warriors 32, Celtics 20McInerney: Rob Williams gets called for a foul on Draymond Green and stayed down for a minute. He shook off Udoka’s suggestion he take a seat.Finn: Pritchard is now 0 for 3 from 3, and they’re all pretty good looks. Could use a spark from him.Yang: After not attempting a shot for the first nine minutes of the game, Jayson Tatum definitely looks to have it tonight. He’s 3 of 4 for 6 points. If the Celtics do manage to mount a comeback, I expect him to play a huge role.Four stats that tell the story of the first quarter — 9:41 p.m.Via Alex Speier:▪ The Celtics are down by 11 after the first quarter, their second-largest deficit after 12 minutes in any playoff game this year. The only other instance in which they trailed by at least 10 after one quarter was in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Heat, when they trailed the Heat by 21 en route to a 109-103 loss.▪ Over the entirety of these playoffs, teams that trailed by at least 10 points after the first quarter are 2-17.▪ The 16 points scored by the Celtics are their fewest in a first quarter in these playoffs.▪ The Celtics were 0-for-5 on 3-pointers. This marked just the third quarter in these playoffs in which the Celtics failed to make a 3-pointer.End of first quarter: Warriors 27, Celtics 16 — 9:39 p.m.Tatum leads the Celtics with 6 points. Wiggins leads the Warriors with 7.Yang: Jayson Tatum was starting to be more aggressive. He scored six straight points for the Celtics, including a tough midrange jumper.And the Celtics caught somewhat of a break, I suppose, because Steph Curry missed the technical free throw and Wiggins went 1 of 2.After that abomination of a first quarter, the Celtics are lucky to be down by 11. With Kevon Looney in foul trouble, Robert Williams should capitalize on the glass.Finn: It does feel like a break. It also feels like they should be down 18. Like you said, thst 11-point deficit is kind of fortunate. especially considering they shot 8 of 23, didn’t make a 3 (0 for 5) or a free throw (0 for 1), and had more turnovers than assists (4 to 3).One of the old 'lucky to be down just 11' quarters for the Celtics, an old standby.— Adam Himmelsbach (@AdamHimmelsbach) June 14, 2022 Rob gets called for a foul as 1Q ends, and Ime gets T’d up — 9:36 p.m.Yang: Just when you think the first quarter couldn’t have gone any worse for the Celtics. Robert Williams committed a foul on Andrew Wiggins with 0.2 seconds remaining in the quarter, giving Wiggins two free throws. Officials also called a technical foul on Ime Udoka.Seems the Cs are picking up where they left off — 9:30 p.m.Finn: The Celtics have picked up right where they left off in Game 4 shooting-wise. In Game 4, after Marcus Smart put the Celtics up 94-90 with 5:18 left, they made 1 of their final 8 shots. Tonight, with 2:37 left in the first quarter, the Celtics are 4 of 16 from the field and Jayson Tatum is yet to attempt a shot.Scoring update: 3:50, first quarter — 9:25 p.m.Warriors 17, Celtics 8Yang: Kevon Looney picked up his second personal foul with 4:54 remaining in the first quarter. Two ticky-tack calls. Steve Kerr elected to keep him in.That decision didn’t exactly work out because Looney picked up his third personal moments later. Looney brings size and rebounding to Golden State’s rotation, so his availability is important moving forward.We’re seven minutes in and Tatum still hasn’t taken a shot — 9:20 p.m.It’s Warriors 17, Celtics 6 with 4:54 to play in the first quarter. Eek.Bill Russell chimes in: “Just in case you need a backup” — 9:18 p.m.The Celtics legend is wearing his own signed jersey.Scoring update: 7:25, first quarter — 9:15 p.m.Warriors 12, Celtics 4Yang: Chase Center is amped up. So are the Warriors, who have jumped out to a 12-4 lead, their best start of the series. Knowing that the Celtics are 8-3 on the road this postseason and haven’t lost back-to-back games since March, the Warriors are responding accordingly.Two turnovers for the Celtics so far.Chad Finn: Three thoughts on what the Celtics need to do tonight — 9:10 p.m.Three quick thoughts before Game 5:The midrange game is not the answer for Jayson Tatum: Celtics coach Ime Udoka suggested one solution to Tatum’s shooting woes in this series is to take more floaters and midrange shots. Here’s hoping that was an attempt to mislead the Warriors. Tatum has shot well from 3 in this series (14 of 31) but has been brutal from 2 (14 of 63). He needs to play the analytics game: 3s and layups. And he needs to stop missing layups by seeking contact and adding degrees of difficulty to his shots.Keep doing what they’re doing against Steph Curry: Sounds crazy after he scored 43 points in Game 4 while playing probably the best Finals game of his six appearances in the NBA championship, but Marcus Smart and friends played him pretty well. The best shooter in basketball history just made shots, and when he’s going like that, the best defense is to pray that he misses.Figure out how to keep the Warriors bigs off the offensive boards: Andrew Wiggins had a career-high 16 rebounds in Game 4, including 3 of the Warriors’ 16 offensive rebounds. Part of the reason that happened is that the Celtics’ bigs have to come up to defend Curry, and often can’t recover in time to do their diligence on the boards. You have to send the bigs at Curry, so this is a tricky one for Udoka and his staff.And we’re off — 9:07 p.m.The Warriors are on the board first.Tip is approaching, and the boos are raining down — 9:02 p.m.The Celtics’ starting lineup has been introduced. Tip is 5 minutes away.Boston is lit up to celebrate the Celtics:Adam Silver skipping Game 5 — 8:55 p.m.Via the AP:NBA commissioner Adam Silver canceled plans to attend Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Warriors and Celtics Monday night because of the league’s health and safety protocols.Silver typically attends all finals games.The league did not say whether Silver had tested positive for COVID-19 or been deemed a close contact of someone who had, nor released any details about his health.Also unclear is when Silver will be able to resume attending games. Part of his role as commissioner involves handing out the league’s championship trophy, which one team will be awarded either Thursday in Boston or Sunday in San Francisco.Silver has been the NBA’s commissioner since February 2014. This is the ninth championship series the league has held during his tenure, including the 2020 season that resumed inside a bubble at Walt Disney World in Florida in the early stages of the pandemic.Starting lineups — 8:45 p.m.WarriorsWiggins, Porter Jr., Green, Curry, ThompsonCelticsTatum, Horford, Williams, Brown, SmartNo US Open in Brookline for Steph Curry this week — 8:35 p.m.By Adam HimmelsbachWarriors star Stephen Curry, an avid golfer, said he doesn’t plan to stop by The Country Club in Brookline for any US Open festivities when the Warriors return to Boston on Tuesday in advance of Thursday’s Game 6. But he’ll be watching closely, and said he wouldn’t be surprised if some of his friends on the PGA Tour reach out to him for Finals tickets on Thursday night if they have a late tee time on Friday.“Obviously, all of my attention is on rest and recovery, getting ready,” he said. “I’ll pop in front of the TV and make sure I watch as much of it as possible, though … I’ve never been to The Country Club at Brookline, so send me some pictures if you get out there.”Curry played in the Ellie Mae Classic in 2017-18, has appeared in several celebrity tournaments, and recently announced the formation of the Underrated Golf Tour for juniors from underrepresented backgrounds.The Celtics had 32 players on the roster this season. Who gets a ring? — 8:25 p.m.By Adam HimmelsbachThe Celtics enter Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Warriors Monday night just two wins from their first championship since 2008. All of the players from that team have been gone for years, of course, and no player on the current roster has ever won a title; they would be winning their first championship rings.For much of this unusual season, the Celtics roster was a revolving door. In all, 32 players have been on the team. So would those who have departed be in position to secure the splashy jewelry, too? Well, maybe.Officially, league rules stipulate that a player must be a member of the roster at season’s end to be eligible for a ring. Ultimately, though, the decision essentially rests with the team.Read Adam Himmelsbach’s full story.A special anniversary for Steve Kerr — 8:05 p.m.Today is the 25th anniversary of Steve Kerr’s series-winning shot for the Bulls in 1997.He was asked about it before the game. Here’s what he said:“Yeah, somebody sent me that this morning. An incredible memory obviously. Something every young basketball player dreams of. So to be able to live that was pretty amazing.“And then the fact that it’s 25 years ago just makes me feel old, of course.“Yeah, I think coaching, I mean, the Finals are the Finals, whether you’re playing or coaching. It’s the ultimate competition in the world of basketball. So there’s a lot of nerves and a lot of excitement and a lot of stress and all that stuff.“I think my experience as a player has definitely helped me prepare to coach a team in the Finals because I know what these guys are feeling.”Tatum 🤝 Tiger — 7:55 p.m.Just take a look at Jayson Tatum’s shirt today. Did he (OK, his stylist) get that at a thrift store?Jim Davis/Globe StaffIf it were easy to guard Steph Curry, someone would have figured it out by now — 7:50 p.m.By Adam HimmelsbachSteph Curry was all smiles in Game 4.Jim Davis/Globe StaffThe thing about guarding Stephen Curry is that if a simple formula existed, someone would have done it by now. But year after year, game after game, possession after possession, the Warriors superstar manages to find just enough time and space to make life miserable for whoever tries to stop him.During the regular season, the damage inflicted is not quite as glaring because Curry just moves on to his next city to humiliate his next victim. But over the course of a long, grueling NBA playoff series, when teams become both familiar with and sick of each other, the Curry conundrum truly stands out.Fans don’t understand why their team isn’t doing something about him. The team insists that it is trying.“Yeah, Steph Curry is pretty good, if you guys haven’t noticed,” Celtics forward Jaylen Brown said. “He can shoot the ball unbelievably. Even watching it, playing against it and even in the Finals, I feel like he’s taking it up a notch.”Read Himmelsbach’s full story here.The Celtics need Jayson Tatum to save the series — 7:35 p.m.By Gary WashburnThe Celtics players may not say they hear the narrative, but they do. They are of the social media generation, the one that has labeled Boston as chokers for its Game 4 collapse.The Celtics lack the experience and consistency to win a championship. Jayson Tatum is a good player, but still lacks the fortitude for greatness. Ime Udoka is not making the adjustments to keep Stephen Curry from dominating the series with his dazzling offensive arsenal.These are labels that will be difficult to shake if the Celtics lose this series.The Celtics have to be better.They have no other choice. For Tatum, this is the biggest game of his career, and one that could define his legacy.Read Gary Washburn’s full On Basketball column here.We’re back at the Chase Center for Game 5 👋 — 7:20 p.m.Hello from San Francisco! The Celtics are back in town for Game 5.We just found out that Robert Williams will be available for the Celtics. (Read more about his ongoing saga from Gary Washburn here.)Nicole Yang can be reached at [email protected] her on Twitter @nicolecyang. Chad Finn can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter @GlobeChadFinn. Katie McInerney can be reached at [email protected]. Follow her on Twitter at @k8tmac.

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Oct 13, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner (42) shoots against the Chicago Sky during the first half of game two of the 2021 WNBA Finals at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports/File PhotoRegister now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comJune 13 (Reuters) - The Phoenix Mercury met with the U.S. State Department on Monday amid seven-time WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner's ongoing detention in Russia, U.S. officials said.Griner was detained at a Moscow airport on Feb. 17 when a search of her luggage allegedly revealed multiple cannabis oil vape cartridges. She could face up to 10 years in prison. read more Last month the State Department determined that the 31-year-old was wrongfully detained. read more Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com"On June 13, representatives from the Department, including the Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs (SPEHA) met with the Phoenix Mercury," the State Department said in a statement provided to Reuters, declining further comment.The Phoenix Mercury did not immediately respond to a request for comment."Hearing directly from the people who are working to free BG was helpful!!" Griner's Mercury teammate Brianna Turner wrote on Twitter. "The State Department stated their support for us as a team & asked for us to keep up our efforts in publicly supporting her."One of the brightest stars in the top-flight U.S. women's professional basketball league, Griner's detention has prompted outcry across the Women's National Basketball Association and the NBA. read more Last month, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said getting Griner home was the "number one priority" for both leagues.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comReporting by Amy Tennery in New York; Editing by Ken FerrisOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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US talk show host Whoopi Goldberg has rejected the apology of an Australian columnist who came under fire for publishing an opinion piece which claimed Rebel Wilson only came out after he sought comment for an article.A US talk show host has lashed out at a Sydney Morning Herald columnist after he apologised following backlash in the wake of his claim that Rebel Wilson revealed she was in a same-sex relationship on social media because of his request for comment.Co-host on ABC's The View Whoopi Goldberg dismissed Andrew Hornery's apology for his approach in reporting on Wilson's sexuality, after he admitted it was "never" his intention to "out" her."Another celeb who went public about her personal life, because she had to really, is Rebel Wilson, who came out on social media," Goldberg said on Monday night.Stream more entertainment news live & on demand with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2022"Now there's a lot of speculation that she did it to get ahead of a tabloid story in Sydney Morning Herald about her relationship."Now the man who wrote it even 'apologised' saying it was never his intention to 'out' her. "Well you know that's not true because if it wasn't your intention you wouldn't have done it."I'm sorry but if you didn't want to do it you shouldn't have done it."Sydney Morning Herald columnist Andrew Hornery suggested in a fiery opinion piece published on Saturday that the actress only revealed she was in a same-sex relationship after he sought comment for an article he was writing.He described the move by the Pitch Perfect star as a "big mistake" and accused Wilson of opting to “gazump the story” for choosing to come out herself on social media early on Friday morning (AEST).The opinion piece received huge public backlash on social media after angry fans described his move "unethical" and "disgusting".On Monday, Hornery apologised for his opinion piece, admitting he "mishandled steps" in his approach and it was never his intention to "out" her.Hornery said he assumed there was a "good chance" she might be happy to discuss her new relationship following months of social media posts together."But we mishandled steps in our approach," he said.“It is not the Herald’s business to 'out' people and that is not what we set out to do. But I understand why my email has been seen as a threat. The framing of it was a mistake.“The Herald and I will approach things differently from now on to make sure we always take into consideration the extra layer of complexities people face when it comes to their sexuality.“Celebrities have a huge influence in our culture. We still have to ask questions, sometimes very difficult ones.“It would be much worse to write gossip items about the unscripted events in their lives without them having a chance to have their say.“But we need to make it clear that a deadline is not an ultimatum.”The Pitch Perfect star on Friday shared to her more than 11 million Instagram followers that she was in a relationship with American fashion-designer Ramona Agruma."I thought I was searching for a Disney Prince… but maybe what I really needed all this time was a Disney Princess," she captioned the photo along with a rainbow emoji and the hashtag #loveislove.In May, Ms Wilson teased she was "happily in a relationship" with someone she had met "through a friend" but did not elaborate further.

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BROOKLINE, Mass. — Phil Mickelson stuck to his script and showed restraint when put in tough spots at the U.S. Open, a big change for him. Except on Monday, he was using words instead of his golf clubs.Still to come is the major reputed to be the toughest test in golf, the only one keeping him from joining golf’s most elite group with the career Grand Slam. And this one figures to be far different from any other Mickelson has faced.The six-time major champion is competing on American soil for the first time in more than four months, now the face of a Saudi-funded league that aims to disrupt the PGA Tour.At risk is his popularity build up over 30 years for his wins and losses, equally memorable.“In regards to if fans would leave or whatnot, I respect and I understand their opinions, and I understand that they have strong feelings and strong emotions regarding this choice,” Mickelson said. “And I respect that.”He added nothing from his comments last week outside London, where Mickelson, Dustin Johnson and 15 others defied PGA Tour regulations by competing in Greg Norman’s new LIV Golf series that paid Lefty a reported $200 million just for signing up.Mickelson said while tour players have been suspended — some of them resigned before the opening tee shot last week — he hasn’t ruled out playing the PGA Tour again. He said Monday that should be his decision.“I’ve worked hard to earn a lifetime membership,” said Mickelson, whose six majors are part of his 45 career tour victories. “I’ve worked hard to give back to the PGA Tour and the game of golf throughout my 30-plus years of professional golf, and I’ve earned that lifetime membership, so I believe that it should be my choice.”He was dressed in a black shirt with his personal logo — an image of him leaping on the 18th green at Augusta National with his arms in the air from winning the 2004 Masters for his first major. He still has that scruffy beard, no hat, and he took questions for 25 minutes.But he was halting in speech at times, often looking down at his feet before answering, the words not flowing as easily as they usually do. He became irritated when he felt reporters were asking more than one question.One was about the meaning of legacy and if his would change now that he was being funded by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund.“I don’t like it when you keep asking multiple questions,” he replied.Phil Mickelson responds to a question at a press conference on June 13, 2022, at The Country Club in Brookline, Mass., ahead of the U.S. Open. (Robert F. Bukaty/AP)As for his legacy, he said he appreciated what the PGA Tour has done for him and “I’m excited about the opportunity that LIV Golf presents for me.”“I think that there is an obvious incredible financial commitment,” he said.Otherwise, he took a straight path.For the legion of fans who are angry at him for taking Saudi Arabian money to play in a rival golf league, he understands emotions run high and he respects their opinions.For the families of those who died in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks — all but four of the 19 hijackers were Saudi citizens — he expressed deepest empathy even as a victims’ group demands Mickelson and others leave the Saudi-funded LIV Golf series.Anything related to his future on the PGA Tour he felt would be speculation. Any changes to U.S. Open criteria was not for him to say publicly.Mickelson earned a five-year exemption from winning the PGA Championship last year at age 50, becoming the oldest player to win a major.PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan spoke publicly Sunday for the first time since players defected to LIV Golf. Among his arguments regarding the source of the funding, Monahan said: “I would ask any player that has left, or any player that would ever consider leaving, ‘Have you ever had to apologize for being a member of the PGA Tour?’”Mickelson said he has not spoken to Monahan since October.Asked if he felt he needed to apologize for being part of the Saudi-backed circuit, Mickelson declined to take the bait.“There’s a lot of things throughout the years that the PGA Tour has done that I agree with, and there’s a lot of things that I don’t agree with, and yet I’ve supported them either way,” he said.Other opinions he had about the tour or any other governing body he said he would keep private “because it was one of the biggest mistakes I’ve made is voicing all of these little things.”That’s what started all this.Mickelson was quoted by Golf Digest in February as referring to the “obnoxious greed” of the PGA Tour while he was in Saudi Arabia getting a seven-figure appearance fee.Then, golf writer Alan Shipnuck published an excerpt of his biography on Mickelson that quoted him as calling the Saudis behind the new league “scary mother-(expletives)” and saying he was willing to get involved so he could get leverage to make changes on the PGA Tour.Meanwhile, a championship that dates to 1895 begins Thursday at The Country Club, steeped in heritage as one of the five founding clubs of the USGA.The Saudi talk has been so prevalent the U.S. Open has become an afterthought.“You can’t go anywhere without somebody bringing it up,” Justin Thomas said. “This is the U.S. Open, and this is an unbelievable venue, a place with so much history, an unbelievable field, so many storylines, and yet that seems to be what all the questions are about.“That’s not right for the U.S. Open. That’s not right for us players,” he said. “But that’s, unfortunately, where we’re at right now.”

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Tribeca: Hannah Marks' latest might sound by-the-numbers, but strong performances and some well-earned twists set it a cut above. From its opening moments, Hannah Marks’ “Don’t Make Me Go” tries to put its audience at ease with a surprising promise: disappointment. “You’re not going to like the way this story ends, but I think you’re going to like this story,” young Wally Park (newbie Mia Isaac) tells us via voiceover. That may sound coy for a dramedy that doesn’t hide a heartbreaking truth at its center — a single father (John Cho) discovers he has a terminal disease and decides to take his daughter (Isaac) on a road trip before he, well, goes — but it cleverly announces that perhaps there’s something else beneath the surface of what appears to be a straightforward weepy. Marks (and Isaac and Cho) will revisit Wally’s declaration and it will prove to be true: “Don’t Make Me Go” is a sweet, charming, and eventually daring dramedy with tons of heart. Also true: Where this road trip movie ends its journey will likely engender some very strong reactions, but Vera Herbert’s smart script (a Black List entry), Marks’ assured direction, and the delight of Cho and Isaac’s well-matched performances sell it. It stings, but we knew that. Wally told us already, but it’s up to the audience to believe her. Marks’ previous directorial efforts, including “After Everything” and “Mark, Mary & Some Other People,” highlighted the young filmmaker’s interest in chronicling relationships of all stripes with great care and humor. Even when those films didn’t fulfill their potential, Marks’ knack for casting charming stars with great chemistry remained at the forefront. “Don’t Make Me Go” almost instantly presents a credible, loving, complicated bond between Cho and Isaac. Max (Cho) is a single dad doing his damndest to be there for teenage Wally, even if that means pushing his personal life to the side including a secretive booty-call relationship with Annie, a much-younger French teacher (Kaya Scodelario), and hiding prickly challenges, like the real meaning behind his persistent headaches. Wally is dealing with her own stuff, like a confusing sort-of relationship with the inscrutable Glenn (Otis Dhanji) and all the pressures that come with attempting to be passably cool in the high school hellscape. When Max is diagnosed with a bone tumor (as bad as it sounds, and so are the potential treatments), he becomes obsessed with helping her on the jounrey to find herself, even if he resists explaining exactly why he’s suddenly full of big platitudes and even bigger questions. That sounds heavy, but Marks strikes a light tone that makes the film’s eventual tear-jerking moments feel even more earned. Screenwriter Herbert’s previous credits, including work on the gone-too-soon series “Awkward” and the just-ended “This Is Us” (which she also produced), provide additional hints as to the film’s bent, which toes the line of comedy and drama with great success. Max’s condition — again, a secret only to Wally — builds to fraught emotional moments. So does the other facet of the road trip, which Max hopes to use to finally introduce Wally to her mother Nicole (Jen Van Epps), who left them both when Wally was a baby. Yet, Herbert’s script often dovetails into cute subplots that can be needlessly quirky (a bit that sees Wally hitting up a party with a new pal only hammers home other points made with greater grace elsewhere), which detract from its core dramatic draws. Still, it’s joyous to spend more time with these characters, including Cho’s lovable Max, who comes complete with his own mistakes, and Isaac’s well-drawn Wally. This is Isaac’s first leading role, and she will be seen later this summer in yet another feature from one of Hollywood’s most promising young filmmakers: Quinn Shephard’s “Not Okay,” which follows her own Tribeca smash “Blame.” She’s one to watch. So, how does it all conclude? Wally’s right: We might not like the way it ends, but the road there (and the twists within) are a joy, heartbreaking and heartening in equal measure. The only correct course of action? Watch it again, and marvel how (and why) it actually goes there. Grade: B “Don’t Make Me Go” premiered at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival. Amazon will release the film on Amazon Prime Video Friday, July 15. Sign Up: Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Sign up for our Email Newsletters here.

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Socceroos goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne has been dubbed the "Grey Wiggle" for his distracting dance moves on the goal line as he helped send Australia to the FIFA World Cup.Socceroos goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne has been dubbed the Grey Wiggle for a jig during his penalty shootout heroics against Peru.The replacement shot-stopper was subbed on in the 119th minute specifically for the shootout and his successful attempts to distract the Peruvian penalty takers have been likened to those of The Wiggles.Redmayne executed an energetic Hot Potato dance along the goal line during the shootout and the off-putting jig worked as he saved two of the penalties taking Australia to a 5-4 victory and the 2022 FIFA World Cup.Stream more sports news live & on demand with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2022.The Sydney FC keeper used a similar dance during the 2019 A-League Grand Final in Perth where he helped his team to victory over the locals in another penalty shootout.Socceroos fans have fallen in love with the dance moves and praised him for throwing off the Peruvian penalty takers.“This morning the inaugural Grey Wiggle was found and he accomplished mission impossible!,” a supporter tweeted.“Pretty cool that the Grey Wiggle helped get Australia through to the World Cup!,” another fan wrote.“How long before The Wiggles officially adopt Andrew Redmayne as honourary Grey Wiggle, and write a song about him (along with the Grey Wiggle dance)?,” a third commented.“A grey wiggle sent Australia to the @FIFAWorldCup congratulations @Socceroos Graham Arnold & the entire squad #itoldyouso @simonhill1894 great call,” tweeted another.While the 33-year-old’s dance moves have gone viral so has his post match celebration which saw him stand still next to the goal with an almighty smile across his face instead of sprinting off to greet his teammates.After the match Redmayne revealed that before the final two penalties the ref told him if he saved one the Socceroos would have won and told him not to run off in celebration because the video referee would have to check he hadn’t moved off his line during the distracting jig.“We worked on that the whole camp on moving and staying on the line but also creating a big presence in goal so I knew I would be okay,” Redmayne said.Despite his heroics Redmayne refused to take the credit for Australia’s record fifth consecutive World Cup qualification.“I'm not going to take credit. The boys ran out 120 minutes, and it not only takes 11 on the field but the boys on the bench, the boys in the stands. The boys that missed out in their squad as well,” he told Network 10.“It is a team effort, team game, so I can't take any more credit than any of the others.”Redmayne also said after the match the move to sub him into the game in the event of a penalty shootout was a planned tactic from Socceroos coach Graham Arnold."This idea was floated pre-selection that this might happen in these kind of circumstances," he said."I guess for the two or three weeks we have been here I have had that in my mind and I've been working on a few things in training."But at the end of the day, it is either right or left, the homework has been done and I'm just grateful to the other boys for running at 120 minutes."

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Andrew Redmayne said he was “no hero” but the internet thought differently after the goalkeeper’s wobbly limbed antics gave the Socceroos a famous penalty shootout win – and launched a thousand memes.The Australia goalkeeper channelled his inner octopus on the goalline in Tuesday’s win-or-bust World Cup qualifying play-off against Peru before making the decisive save to send the Socceroos to their fifth straight World Cup.Whether he liked it or not, Redmayne’s save to deny Alex Valera instantly elevated him to national hero status – putting him in the same lofty echelons as the likes of Cathy Freeman, Don Bradman, Kylie Minogue and Alf Stewart. It was unclear whether calls for a statue to be made were tongue-in-cheek.But it was the tactics he employed while Peru players were waiting to take their penalties that attracted a great deal of interest during and after the shootout.While it is not unusual for goalkeepers to move around on their line in an effort to put off the penalty taker, the extent of Redmayne’s movements are remarkable and earned him the nickname “the grey Wiggle”, a reference to the colour of his keeper’s shirt and the popular music band.It should not have come as a surprise to the Peru team though – Redmayne is well known for his pre-penalty manoeuvres and used them to good effect in the A-League Men grand final two years ago.Some likened his jelly-like arm and leg movements while moving up and down the goalline to moves more suitable to a dancefloor.Redmayne had only been introduced off the substitute’s bench in the dying moments of extra-time, replacing captain Mat Ryan specifically with the shootout in mind, for his first appearance in a Socceroos shirt this qualifying campaign.The Arnie era of the Socceroos going to live or die at the hands of Andrew Redmayne - either way an incredible way for this qualification process to end.— Nick Stoll (@NickStoll) June 13, 2022 Andrew Redmayne about to get free pints for life. Come on Grey Wiggle— Vince Rugari (@VinceRugari) June 13, 2022 His feats were instantly labelled “iconic” on Twitter, as he entered Australian legend alongside other greats from sport and entertainment.Andrew Redmayne has just become as iconic as Cathy Freeman, Mark Shwarzer & Don Bradman. Five mins ago he had never played a qualifier. Now he’s probably going to sign every commercial deal in AUS this summer. This is the stupidest most beautiful sport in the world.— Eli (@ElMengem) June 13, 2022 Despite the lavish praise, Redmayne remained humble in the moment, and played down his influence on the result while paying tribute to his teammates, who will contest the tournament in Qatar later this year in a group with France, Denmark and Tunisia."I'm no hero, I just played my role - like everyone else did tonight"Socceroos keeper Andrew Redmayne reflects on the heroics that carried Australia to their fifth straight World Cup #AUSvPER pic.twitter.com/JOGPFeiZZz— 10 Football (@10FootballAU) June 13, 2022 Socceroos win penalty shootout to qualify for World Cup finals – video

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The global icon may only be showing what she wants in Amanda Micheli's Netflix documentary, but even that's often fascinating enough. It’s easy to smirk during the opening moments of Amanda Micheli’s “Halftime.” We watch Jennifer Lopez, global icon and multi-hyphenate talent, ready to perform at the eponymous halftime show of the 2020 Super Bowl — perfect makeup, big hair, shiny costumes, cheering crowds — as her voiceover narration bemoans her lifelong quest to be seen, to be heard, to be taken seriously. Seen? Heard? Taken seriously? Girl, you’re a massive superstar! The documentary also wants to tell us, as Lopez once said, that’s she’s still just Jenny from the block. The great surprise and joy of Micheli’s straightforward narrative is, thanks to intimate access and clever editing, we have sympathy for Lopez’s apparent case of imposter syndrome. For the performer — and, at some point, for her audience — it’s very real. Even with her current run of accolades and successes, Lopez has the never lost the desire to succeed (or, it seems, gained the ability to settle into the feeling of that success). If someone as talented and driven as Jennifer Lopez thinks she’s not up to snuff, we’re all screwed. The documentary’s title refers to the gobsmacking show the icon put together for the 2020 Super Bowl, but of course it’s also about her life as she celebrates her 50th birthday during the film’s opening credits. She tells her loved ones that she “feels like her life is just beginning.” Or, perhaps, it’s only half over? Here’s hoping! Micheli’s film tracks Lopez through a seminal year, kicking off in July 2019 before zipping forward six months when Lopez found herself juggling an awards campaign for “Hustlers” and fast-tracked prep for the halftime show. There’s no question the problems that Lopez faces are of the champagne variety — “will I get an Oscar nomination?” is truly the height of high-class worries — but Lopez so deeply feels the need to prove herself that eventually her concerns become real drama. Micheli’s film is less than artful, scattered with limited talking heads (mostly Lopez’s business partners and her mother, briefly), random flashbacks, occasional archival footage, and a series of short sequences that could frame their own films (particularly quick-cut segments about Lopez’s early years, her treatment by the press, the obsession with her body, the constant tabloid attention), but none of that is the draw: it’s Lopez. There’s never a moment when Lopez isn’t on-screen, from interviews to behind-the-scenes footage that track everything from costume fittings to dance practice, her trying to juggle being a mother with her massive career, even a revelatory visit to a doctor who all but begs her to slow down. Lopez’s halftime prep looms large, but nothing is as central as her protracted awards campaign for her work in Lorene Scafaria’s wonderful “Hustlers” (which Lopez also produced), which many believed would garner her an Oscar nom. You know where this ends. Hard to smirk at that imposter syndrome now, huh? It’s hardly a warts-and-all production — even moments in which Lopez gets a little snippy are in service to her pursuit of doing good work, and will likely leave the audience screaming, “Yaaaas, queen!” — but there are brief flashes of revelation. From the bruises that line her legs while learning how to pole dance for “Hustlers” to the gentle way she teaches a routine to a pack of young dancers, the real Lopez seems profoundly human. A brief scene in which her beaming friends and staff send a glamorous Lopez off to the Golden Globes, where we all know she will lose, really stings. Anyone looking for J.Lo gossip will be disappointed — while the film covers a period in which the star was engaged to Alex Rodriguez, he only appears briefly in a zippy montage in which Lopez pointedly says the only thing she’ll share about her love life is that she’s had to learn to be there for herself first, to become her own home before seeking out another. (Lopez’s current fiancé, Ben Affleck, does pop up as a talking head for just one segment, sharing his experience in understanding why the press could be so vicious to Lopez: “She said, ‘I’m a Latina. I’m a woman.'”) More spicy are Lopez’s experiences putting together the halftime show, a major event that seems, frankly, cursed from the start. Lopez’s superpower (well, one of them) is her awareness of what people think of her — or perhaps more pointedly, what people think they can get out of her. When the NFL needed to show off its alleged care for people of color after a number of controversies (Colin Kaepernick appears early on, as do clips that address then-President Trump’s adoration for building! that! wall!), they tapped J.Lo for their halftime show. And then they also tapped Shakira, presumably thinking that having two Latinas was even better. Lopez sees through it. It’s cheap, it hamstrings both of them, it’s never been done before, and it means neither star is getting the full time previously allotted to other headline acts. Screw it. Lopez puts together an eye-popping show — even when she splits the time equally with Shakira, who comes and goes throughout the doc — that has a major political message (admittedly, very new for her) when she decides to flood the field with little girls in cages. It’s not subtle, but when has Lopez ever been subtle? The film ends, both hysterically and appropriately, with a listing of Lopez’s current accomplishments, from her record sales to her current philanthropic endeavors. She deserves those flowers — and more. Grade: B- “Halftime” premiered at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival. It will start streaming on Netflix on Tuesday, June 14. Sign Up: Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Sign up for our Email Newsletters here.

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SAN FRANCISCO – Stephen Curry didn’t turn in another legendary performance like his 43-point, 10-rebound effort in the Warriors’ Game 4 victory on Friday. But Golden State didn’t need that from Curry as a supporting cast led by Andrew Wiggins stepped up in major ways in a 104-94 win over the Celtics that gave the Warriors a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven NBA Finals. Wiggins recorded his fifth postseason double-double, Klay Thompson made five 3-pointers and scored 21 points and while Gary Payton II and Jordan Poole combined for 29 points off the bench to move the Warriors one win away from their fourth title in eight season. Golden State held a 12-point halftime lead, but squandered it in the third quarter before Poole launched a 38-foot heave before the buzzer to put the Warriors ahead 75-74 entering the fourth quarter. Poole’s 3-pointer spurred a 10-0 start to the fourth quarter for Golden State, which outscored Boston 29-20 in the final 12 minutes. The Warriors owned the first half of Game 5, doing most of their damage in the paint. Meanwhile, the Celtics struggled to get anything going offensively. Boston missed its first 12 shots from deep, shooting a poor 39% from the field and 20% from 3-point range. While Golden State has built a strong reputation on outplaying its opponents in the third quarter, the Celtics flipped the script in Game 5. The Celtics outscored the Warriors 35-24 in the third, making 6-of-14 attempts from deep, as Al Horford put Boston ahead 58-55 with a wide open look from 3-point range to give his team its first lead. Poole’s prayer at the buzzer off an outlet pass from Wiggins swung momentum back in the Warriors’ favor, and the 22-year-old celebrated the 38-footer by wagging his tongue and yelling before high-fiving some lucky fans sitting courtside. Poole helped key the hot start to the fourth quarter, but the spotlight on Monday belonged to Wiggins. who put together one of his best playoff performances yet. He finished with 26 points and 13 rebounds. After getting called out by his mother on Twitter following a rough showing in Game 4, Draymond Green promised to “figure it out” in Game 5. He did, playing his best half of the Finals series. In the first quarter, he faked a handoff to Curry before driving to the rim for a dunk. He glared at the Celtics bench following the basket. Green finished with 8 points, doubling the number he scored in the two previous games (4), and grabbed eight rebounds and dished out seven assists. The series returns to Boston for Game 6 on Thursday where the Warriors will have an opportunity to clinch a title and avoid a winner-take-all Game 7 at Chase Center on Sunday.

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NASA announced Thursday that it is commissioning an independent study on unidentified aerial phenomena. UAPs are defined as "observations of events in the sky that cannot be identified as aircraft or known natural phenomena — from a scientific perspective," according to a release from NASA. "There is no evidence UAPs are extra-terrestrial in origin," the release read. HUNTER BIDEN'S DAUGHTER OFFERS GOP SENATOR PHONE CALL WITH DAD ON ONE CONDITION The new study will work to examine available data, collect future data, and focus on how that data can best be used to push the bounds of the scientific understanding of UAPs, NASA said. "The limited number of observations of UAPs currently makes it difficult to draw scientific conclusions about the nature of such events," the release read. "Unidentified phenomena in the atmosphere are of interest for both national security and air safety." By understanding what phenomena are natural, scientists can better establish methods to identify or mitigate those events. Such action falls in step with NASA's policy regarding the safety of aircraft. "NASA believes that the tools of scientific discovery are powerful and apply here also," said Thomas Zurbuchen, the associate administrator for science at NASA Headquarters in Washington. "We have access to a broad range of observations of Earth from space — and that is the lifeblood of scientific inquiry. We have the tools and team who can help us improve our understanding of the unknown. That's the very definition of what science is. That’s what we do." The new study will be led by astrophysicist David Spergel, the president of the Simons Foundation in New York City. "Given the paucity of observations, our first task is simply to gather the most robust set of data that we can," said Spergel. "We will be identifying what data — from civilians, government, non-profits, companies — exists, what else we should try to collect, and how to best analyze it." The study is anticipated to require nine months to complete, according to the release. "Consistent with NASA's principles of openness, transparency, and scientific integrity, this report will be shared publicly," Daniel Evans, the assistant deputy associate administrator for research at NASA's Science Mission Directorate, said. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER "All of NASA’s data is available to the public — we take that obligation seriously — and we make it easily accessible for anyone to see or study."

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But you could feel the momentum shift when Jordan Poole sunk another buzzer-beating three from near the half-court line to put the Warriors up, 75-74, entering the final quarter.The Celtics had 18 turnovers. They’re now 0-6 in the playoffs when they have 16 or more. And to make matters worse, Golden State capitalized by scoring 22 points off Boston’s mistakes.Get Court SenseBounce around the NBA with our Celtics-centric look at the latest happenings on and off the court.After a slow start — he didn’t even attempt a shot until there were two minutes left in the first quarter — Jayson Tatum warmed up. He led all Celtics in scoring and finished with 27 points while shooting 5-for-9 from three. But it wasn’t enough.Marcus Smart scored 20 for the Celtics on 7-15 shooting.Stephen Curry scored 16 points, but none of them from 3. It was the first playoff game of his career without a three-pointer.Andrew Wiggins stepped up in a big way for Golden State, which just needs to close out on Thursday to win its seventh NBA title. His 26 points led the Warriors.Click here to refresh | Sign up for Court Sense, our Celtics newsletter | Read more Celtics stories from the GlobeCeltics lose — 11:35 p.m.Final score: 104-94Warriors up 16, and the Chase Center is the loudest its been — 11:31 p.m.Golden State fans showed up tonight. With a 16-point lead, it looks like this one is in the bag. Draymond fouls out — 11:27 p.m.Yang: Refs called a foul on Draymond Green, his sixth. Steve Kerr unsuccessfully challenged the call, so Green fouled out with 3:01 remaining. Kevon Looney, who has five fouls, checked back in.Hell of a game from Andrew Wiggins, who is now up to 24 points. It’s taken him 22 shots, but he’s made some key buckets and also has 13 rebounds.A truly incredible flex — 11:23 p.m.McInerney: Gary Payton hit the deck after being fouled by Tatum and did a couple pushups. The crowd love it.Scoring update: 4:40, fourth quarter — 11:21 p.m.Warriors 91, Celtics 79Yang: The Celtics just gave the Warriors a chance to pull away, committing turnovers on back-to-back possessions. But Golden State couldn’t convert on either trip down. Still no three for Steph Curry despite some good looks.Finn: Brown has shot 5 for 17 with 5 turnovers.Yang: Kevon Looney now also has 5 fouls. With 5:28 remaining, I imagine Steve Kerr just keeps him in.The Celtics will be in the bonus for the final five minutes of the game. That could make a big difference because the refs seem to be calling a tight game on the Warriors. That being said, the Celtics need to make their free throws.Finn: Tatum is 2 of 6 from the line tonight. Maybe he should take them from the 3-point line. He’s 4 of 7 from there.Yang: Draymond Green and Jayson Tatum got into it a bit by the Celtics bench after Ime Udoka called a timeout. Nothing escalated.Finn: Really inexcusable.It’s the witching hour for the Celtics — 11:15 p.m.Via Alex Speier: The Celtics have arrived at the witching hour — or, at least, what has been their pivotal point with turnovers. They have 16 turnovers. They’re 0-5 in the playoffs with 16-plus turnovers, and 14-3 with fewer than 16.Meanwhile, Golden State has just 6 turnovers. The Celtics have had just one game in the playoffs this year in which they’ve turned the ball over at least 6 more times than their opponent — the 109-103 loss to the Heat in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals.Green in foul trouble, and Warriors are up eight — 11:11 p.m.Yang: Draymond Green just picked up his fifth personal foul with 7:44 remaining.Finn: Anyone know what Marcus was arguing about? They called the foul on that play on Draymond.Yang: I dunno who he was defending but he flopped.Yang: Here comes Steph Curry ... The Warriors are going to roll with Curry, Gary Payton II, Andrew Wiggins, Klay Thompson, and Kevon Looney. I thought Steve Kerr might have stuck with Jordan Poole over Payton because that lineup helped them take control of Game 4 down the stretch.Smart gets T’d up — 11:08 p.m.Yang: Technical foul on Marcus Smart for arguing with the referees. Jordan Poole converts the free throw to make it 83-74.Scoring update: 9:30, fourth quarter — 11:04 p.m.Warriors 82, Celtics 74Yang: The Warriors score seven straight. They jump out to a 82-74 lead to start the fourth with Steph Curry on the bench.Finn: Warriors are on an 21-8 run since the Celtics went up 66-61 on Grant Williams’s 3-point play around the 4-minute mark.Yang: Steve Kerr will continue to rest Steph Curry coming out of this timeout with 9:30 remaining. Steph is at 31 minutes, but I thought there was a chance Kerr would put Steph in there.Steph on the bench — 11:02 p.m.Yang: Steph Curry will start the fourth quarter on the bench for his usual rest. We’ll see how long that lasts.Curry is 0-for-6 from behind the arc through three quarters. He’s never had a playoff game in which he’s failed to make a 3-pointer.The third-quarter stats that tell the story — 11:00 p.m.The Celtics’ 35 points in the third quarter were their most in a third quarter this series. The others:Game 4: Warriors 30, Celtics 24Game 3: Warriors 33, Celtics 24Game 2: Warriors 35, Celtics 14Game 1: Warriors 38, Celtics 24They outscored Golden State 35-24 in the third tonight.The Celtics’ 35 points is tied for their third-most points in any quarter of these playoffs. They’re 6-0 in the prior five games in which they scored at least 35 in any single quarter.Wow! Poole sinks another huge 3 to give Warriors the lead — 10:55 p.m.Yang: Wow. Another buzzer-beating three from Jordan Poole to give the Warriors a one-point lead at the end of an otherwise deflating third quarter. Maybe that’s the spark they need headed into the fourth.McInerney: It’s Warriors 75, Celtics 74 as the fourth quarter begins.Finn: Terrible Celtics possession right before that Poole 3. Tatum dribbled around, got nowhere, and made a sloppy pass to Jaylen with the shot clock winding down that led to a low-percentage 3.Crowd gets loud as Warriors close in — 10:53 p.m.Yang: Klay Thompson picked up his fourth personal foul with 1:38 remaining in the third. He immediately checks out. He had hit a pair of threes to keep the Warriors close.McInerney: But with 54 seconds to play in the third, Gary Payton hits a bucket to put the Warriors up, 72-71. It’s the loudest this crowd has been all night.Scoring update: 2:25, third quarter — 10:49 p.m.Celtics 68, Warriors 67Klay Thompson hits a 3 to put the Warriors within 1.Celtics take their first lead of the game — 10:41 p.m.The Warriors called a timeout after Al Horford hit a three to put the Celtics up, 58-55, with 6:27 to go in the third quarter. Boston is outscoring Golden State 19-4 in the second half.Finn: Celtics hit back-to-back 3s to take their first lead at 58-55. Both were the result of patient playmaking. Jaylen Brown found Marcus Smart for the tying 3, then Tatum drove and kicked out to Al Horford up top for the go-ahead 3.Yang: The Celtics are on a 19-4 run in the third quarter with 6:27 remaining.Finn: Holy cow, they’re 8 for 8 from 3 since starting 0 for 12. Now 8 for 20.Scoring update: 7:10, third quarter — 10:39 p.m.Warriors 55, Celtics 52Boston is 3-3 from 3 to kick off the second half.A flurry on offense puts the Celtics within two — 10:30 p.m.They’ve scored 10 straight points to open the second half. Warriors 51, Celtics 49.Yang: Well, the Celtics have started the third quarter on a good note. Jaylen Brown made both free throws on back-to-back trips to the line and then Jayson Tatum hit a 3-pointer.And Jayson Tatum knocks down another three to bring the Celtics within two and force Steve Kerr to call a timeout. Can’t ask for a better start to the third quarter than a 10-0 run.Finn: In just 1 minute 45 seconds, too. I do not believe this was expected.McInerney: I believe you are right.Finn: There are reports of poor previous third quarters. Will investigate.Finn’s take: The good and the bad — 10:22 p.m.By Chad FinnThe good and the bad at halftime:The good: It took Jayson Tatum awhile to get involved — he didn’t take his first shot until 1:43 remained in the first quarter — but he’s been very good since, hitting 6 of 9 shots for 13 points while grabbing 8 rebounds ... They outrebounded the Warriors, 31-24 ... They’re not down 40 despite playing like they’re new to the sport and still figuring out the rules. Does that count?The bad: Everything not mentioned above ... The Celtics are just 3 of 15 from 3, having missed their first 12 ... more annoyingly, they’re 4 of 9 from the line ... Jaylen Brown is just 2 for 10, and as good as he is, when he’s not scoring, there’s not anything else he does to help the offense.Stat check: No good, the bad, and the ugly — 10:15 p.m.The Warriors are shooting 17.6% from three (3-for-17). The Celtics are shooting just a smidge better — 20% (3-for-17). Boston is shooting 39% from the field (16-for-41) to the Warriors’ 46.5% (20-for-43).The big difference: Fast-break and bench points. The Warriors have eight off the former, and 10 off the latter (to the Celtics 0 and 1, respectively).The 39-point first half for the Celtics is tied for their fourth-fewest points ever in a first half of an NBA Finals game. Their all-time low was 31 points in Game 6 of the 2010 NBA Finals against the Lakers. (via Alex Speier)Andrew Wiggins scored 16 for the Warriors in the first half, his most in any half of these playoffs.aylen Brown scored 4 points, shooting 2-for-10. It was his second-worst shooting half of the playoffs in any half in which he attempted at least 6 shots.The Celtics have committed 9 turnovers while Golden State has just three at halftime. The Celtics are 4-5 in games in which they had more turnovers than their opponents in these playoffs, and 10-3 when not committing more turnovers than their opponents.AT THE HALF: Warriors 51, Celtics 39 — 10:10 p.m.Golden State has a 12-point lead.Yang: I expect Ime Udoka to lay into the Celtics during halftime. He’s probably going to use, as Grant Williams says, “the a-hole word” a lot.Finn: The “a-hole word” may not be strong enough. Celtics cut into the lead when Curry sat, but ended up losing the quarter by a point.Yang: That being said, the Celtics are only down 12 and still within striking distance. Jayson Tatum is stringing together a nice night, 6 of 9 for 13 points. The third quarter will be telling.Washburn sums it up:Scoring update: 2:18, second quarter — 10:05 p.m.Warriors 45, Celtics 35Finn: Celtics are just 2 of 5 from the foul line.Yang: Andrew Wiggins has been Golden State’s second-best player this series. He’s typically recognized for his impressive defense when guarding Jayson Tatum, but he’s also the Warriors’ leading scorer tonight with 14 points on 6 of 13 shooting.Finn: He really has. Wiggins has been pretty reliable for a player who’s been such an enigma in his career.On the bright side — 10:02 p.m.Via Himmelsbach: As bad as it seems the Celtics have shot it, both teams are now 3 for 15 from three.Scoring update: 4:14, second quarter — 9:57 p.m.Warriors 37, Celtics 29Yang: What’s most impressive about Golden State’s start is that Curry production isn’t even leading the way. He’s 2 of 7, including 0 of 2 from three, for 4 points. Curry seemed due for a dud, which sounds crazy to say, but his gravity alone benefits the Warriors’ offense.Finn: Payton Pritchard, Grant Williams, Al Horford, and Derrick White are a combined 1 for 10, and that’s 3 for 19 if you include Jaylen Brown.The Celtics are 0-12 from three — 9:55 p.m.Finn: Warriors have started the second quarter shooting 1 of 8. Purely coincidental, I’m sure, but Steph Curry just checked back in at 6:43.Yang: Steph Curry checks back into the game with 6:43 remaining in the second quarter. With Curry off the floor, the Celtics cut into Golden State’s lead by 5.McInerney: Tatum is wearing his Taco Jay Nikes again, same as Friday. Are they jinxed?!Scoring update: 9:11, second quarter — 9:45 p.m.Warriors 32, Celtics 20McInerney: Rob Williams gets called for a foul on Draymond Green and stayed down for a minute. He shook off Udoka’s suggestion he take a seat.Finn: Pritchard is now 0 for 3 from 3, and they’re all pretty good looks. Could use a spark from him.Yang: After not attempting a shot for the first nine minutes of the game, Jayson Tatum definitely looks to have it tonight. He’s 3 of 4 for 6 points. If the Celtics do manage to mount a comeback, I expect him to play a huge role.Four stats that tell the story of the first quarter — 9:41 p.m.Via Alex Speier:▪ The Celtics are down by 11 after the first quarter, their second-largest deficit after 12 minutes in any playoff game this year. The only other instance in which they trailed by at least 10 after one quarter was in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Heat, when they trailed the Heat by 21 en route to a 109-103 loss.▪ Over the entirety of these playoffs, teams that trailed by at least 10 points after the first quarter are 2-17.▪ The 16 points scored by the Celtics are their fewest in a first quarter in these playoffs.▪ The Celtics were 0-for-5 on 3-pointers. This marked just the third quarter in these playoffs in which the Celtics failed to make a 3-pointer.End of first quarter: Warriors 27, Celtics 16 — 9:39 p.m.Tatum leads the Celtics with 6 points. Wiggins leads the Warriors with 7.Yang: Jayson Tatum was starting to be more aggressive. He scored six straight points for the Celtics, including a tough midrange jumper.And the Celtics caught somewhat of a break, I suppose, because Steph Curry missed the technical free throw and Wiggins went 1 of 2.After that abomination of a first quarter, the Celtics are lucky to be down by 11. With Kevon Looney in foul trouble, Robert Williams should capitalize on the glass.Finn: It does feel like a break. It also feels like they should be down 18. Like you said, thst 11-point deficit is kind of fortunate. especially considering they shot 8 of 23, didn’t make a 3 (0 for 5) or a free throw (0 for 1), and had more turnovers than assists (4 to 3).One of the old 'lucky to be down just 11' quarters for the Celtics, an old standby.— Adam Himmelsbach (@AdamHimmelsbach) June 14, 2022 Rob gets called for a foul as 1Q ends, and Ime gets T’d up — 9:36 p.m.Yang: Just when you think the first quarter couldn’t have gone any worse for the Celtics. Robert Williams committed a foul on Andrew Wiggins with 0.2 seconds remaining in the quarter, giving Wiggins two free throws. Officials also called a technical foul on Ime Udoka.Seems the Cs are picking up where they left off — 9:30 p.m.Finn: The Celtics have picked up right where they left off in Game 4 shooting-wise. In Game 4, after Marcus Smart put the Celtics up 94-90 with 5:18 left, they made 1 of their final 8 shots. Tonight, with 2:37 left in the first quarter, the Celtics are 4 of 16 from the field and Jayson Tatum is yet to attempt a shot.Scoring update: 3:50, first quarter — 9:25 p.m.Warriors 17, Celtics 8Yang: Kevon Looney picked up his second personal foul with 4:54 remaining in the first quarter. Two ticky-tack calls. Steve Kerr elected to keep him in.That decision didn’t exactly work out because Looney picked up his third personal moments later. Looney brings size and rebounding to Golden State’s rotation, so his availability is important moving forward.We’re seven minutes in and Tatum still hasn’t taken a shot — 9:20 p.m.It’s Warriors 17, Celtics 6 with 4:54 to play in the first quarter. Eek.Bill Russell chimes in: “Just in case you need a backup” — 9:18 p.m.The Celtics legend is wearing his own signed jersey.Scoring update: 7:25, first quarter — 9:15 p.m.Warriors 12, Celtics 4Yang: Chase Center is amped up. So are the Warriors, who have jumped out to a 12-4 lead, their best start of the series. Knowing that the Celtics are 8-3 on the road this postseason and haven’t lost back-to-back games since March, the Warriors are responding accordingly.Two turnovers for the Celtics so far.Chad Finn: Three thoughts on what the Celtics need to do tonight — 9:10 p.m.Three quick thoughts before Game 5:The midrange game is not the answer for Jayson Tatum: Celtics coach Ime Udoka suggested one solution to Tatum’s shooting woes in this series is to take more floaters and midrange shots. Here’s hoping that was an attempt to mislead the Warriors. Tatum has shot well from 3 in this series (14 of 31) but has been brutal from 2 (14 of 63). He needs to play the analytics game: 3s and layups. And he needs to stop missing layups by seeking contact and adding degrees of difficulty to his shots.Keep doing what they’re doing against Steph Curry: Sounds crazy after he scored 43 points in Game 4 while playing probably the best Finals game of his six appearances in the NBA championship, but Marcus Smart and friends played him pretty well. The best shooter in basketball history just made shots, and when he’s going like that, the best defense is to pray that he misses.Figure out how to keep the Warriors bigs off the offensive boards: Andrew Wiggins had a career-high 16 rebounds in Game 4, including 3 of the Warriors’ 16 offensive rebounds. Part of the reason that happened is that the Celtics’ bigs have to come up to defend Curry, and often can’t recover in time to do their diligence on the boards. You have to send the bigs at Curry, so this is a tricky one for Udoka and his staff.And we’re off — 9:07 p.m.The Warriors are on the board first.Tip is approaching, and the boos are raining down — 9:02 p.m.The Celtics’ starting lineup has been introduced. Tip is 5 minutes away.Boston is lit up to celebrate the Celtics:Adam Silver skipping Game 5 — 8:55 p.m.Via the AP:NBA commissioner Adam Silver canceled plans to attend Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Warriors and Celtics Monday night because of the league’s health and safety protocols.Silver typically attends all finals games.The league did not say whether Silver had tested positive for COVID-19 or been deemed a close contact of someone who had, nor released any details about his health.Also unclear is when Silver will be able to resume attending games. Part of his role as commissioner involves handing out the league’s championship trophy, which one team will be awarded either Thursday in Boston or Sunday in San Francisco.Silver has been the NBA’s commissioner since February 2014. This is the ninth championship series the league has held during his tenure, including the 2020 season that resumed inside a bubble at Walt Disney World in Florida in the early stages of the pandemic.Starting lineups — 8:45 p.m.WarriorsWiggins, Porter Jr., Green, Curry, ThompsonCelticsTatum, Horford, Williams, Brown, SmartNo US Open in Brookline for Steph Curry this week — 8:35 p.m.By Adam HimmelsbachWarriors star Stephen Curry, an avid golfer, said he doesn’t plan to stop by The Country Club in Brookline for any US Open festivities when the Warriors return to Boston on Tuesday in advance of Thursday’s Game 6. But he’ll be watching closely, and said he wouldn’t be surprised if some of his friends on the PGA Tour reach out to him for Finals tickets on Thursday night if they have a late tee time on Friday.“Obviously, all of my attention is on rest and recovery, getting ready,” he said. “I’ll pop in front of the TV and make sure I watch as much of it as possible, though … I’ve never been to The Country Club at Brookline, so send me some pictures if you get out there.”Curry played in the Ellie Mae Classic in 2017-18, has appeared in several celebrity tournaments, and recently announced the formation of the Underrated Golf Tour for juniors from underrepresented backgrounds.The Celtics had 32 players on the roster this season. Who gets a ring? — 8:25 p.m.By Adam HimmelsbachThe Celtics enter Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Warriors Monday night just two wins from their first championship since 2008. All of the players from that team have been gone for years, of course, and no player on the current roster has ever won a title; they would be winning their first championship rings.For much of this unusual season, the Celtics roster was a revolving door. In all, 32 players have been on the team. So would those who have departed be in position to secure the splashy jewelry, too? Well, maybe.Officially, league rules stipulate that a player must be a member of the roster at season’s end to be eligible for a ring. Ultimately, though, the decision essentially rests with the team.Read Adam Himmelsbach’s full story.A special anniversary for Steve Kerr — 8:05 p.m.Today is the 25th anniversary of Steve Kerr’s series-winning shot for the Bulls in 1997.He was asked about it before the game. Here’s what he said:“Yeah, somebody sent me that this morning. An incredible memory obviously. Something every young basketball player dreams of. So to be able to live that was pretty amazing.“And then the fact that it’s 25 years ago just makes me feel old, of course.“Yeah, I think coaching, I mean, the Finals are the Finals, whether you’re playing or coaching. It’s the ultimate competition in the world of basketball. So there’s a lot of nerves and a lot of excitement and a lot of stress and all that stuff.“I think my experience as a player has definitely helped me prepare to coach a team in the Finals because I know what these guys are feeling.”Tatum 🤝 Tiger — 7:55 p.m.Just take a look at Jayson Tatum’s shirt today. Did he (OK, his stylist) get that at a thrift store?If it were easy to guard Steph Curry, someone would have figured it out by now — 7:50 p.m.By Adam HimmelsbachThe thing about guarding Stephen Curry is that if a simple formula existed, someone would have done it by now. But year after year, game after game, possession after possession, the Warriors superstar manages to find just enough time and space to make life miserable for whoever tries to stop him.During the regular season, the damage inflicted is not quite as glaring because Curry just moves on to his next city to humiliate his next victim. But over the course of a long, grueling NBA playoff series, when teams become both familiar with and sick of each other, the Curry conundrum truly stands out.Fans don’t understand why their team isn’t doing something about him. The team insists that it is trying.“Yeah, Steph Curry is pretty good, if you guys haven’t noticed,” Celtics forward Jaylen Brown said. “He can shoot the ball unbelievably. Even watching it, playing against it and even in the Finals, I feel like he’s taking it up a notch.”Read Himmelsbach’s full story here.The Celtics need Jayson Tatum to save the series — 7:35 p.m.By Gary WashburnThe Celtics players may not say they hear the narrative, but they do. They are of the social media generation, the one that has labeled Boston as chokers for its Game 4 collapse.The Celtics lack the experience and consistency to win a championship. Jayson Tatum is a good player, but still lacks the fortitude for greatness. Ime Udoka is not making the adjustments to keep Stephen Curry from dominating the series with his dazzling offensive arsenal.These are labels that will be difficult to shake if the Celtics lose this series.The Celtics have to be better.They have no other choice. For Tatum, this is the biggest game of his career, and one that could define his legacy.Read Gary Washburn’s full On Basketball column here.We’re back at the Chase Center for Game 5 👋 — 7:20 p.m.Hello from San Francisco! The Celtics are back in town for Game 5.We just found out that Robert Williams will be available for the Celtics. (Read more about his ongoing saga from Gary Washburn here.)Nicole Yang can be reached at [email protected] her on Twitter @nicolecyang. Chad Finn can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter @GlobeChadFinn. Katie McInerney can be reached at [email protected]. Follow her on Twitter at @k8tmac.

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! John Angelos, the chairman and CEO of the Orioles, said Monday there were no plans to move the organization out of Baltimore after a lawsuit last week suggested the team could relocate to Tennessee.Angelos released a statement insisting the Orioles "will forever play at Oriole Park, and at no time ever have we contemplated anything different."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Baltimore Orioles' John Angelos speaks at a news conference on Nov. 19, 2018. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)"Since I was appointed chairman and CEO according to my parents’ expressed wishes, and voted as the control person for the team by the 30 major league clubs, I have taken significant steps to ensure that our beloved franchise’s future remains in Charm City," Angelos said. "Just two months ago we celebrated the Maryland General Assembly passing a bill promising to put $1.2 billion into reinvesting and reimagining the Camden Yards Sports Complex, which includes Oriole Park, ensuring the team will continue to play right here in downtown Baltimore for generations to come. "Maryland is committed to keeping our team in this great state, and I am equally committed to keeping the Orioles at the heart of our state. As stewards of ‘The Ballpark That Forever Changed Baseball,’ we will continue to strengthen our community, generate another $10 billion in economic impact for the City of Baltimore and State of Maryland, and welcome another 70 million people to downtown Baltimore over the next 30 years and beyond. There is nothing uncertain about the future of the Baltimore Orioles."MATT CARPENTER MAKES YANKEES HISTORY AFTER TWO MORE HOMERS VS CUBSThe comments came days after he was sued by his older brother Lou Angelos, who claimed in a lawsuit that John seized control of the Orioles at his expense and in defiance of their father Peter’s wishes. Lou Angelos, son of Orioles majority owner Peter Angelos, speaks at a ceremony before a game against the Boston Red Sox in Baltimore on Sept. 29, 2012. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)"John intends to maintain absolute control over the Orioles – to manage, to sell or, if he chooses, to move to Tennessee (where he has a home and where his wife’s career is headquartered) – without having to answer to anyone," the lawsuit said.Peter Angelos became the owner of the Orioles in 1993, but his public role has diminished in recent years. He turns 93 next month.This iteration of the Orioles has been in Baltimore since 1954 after moving from St. Louis, where they were called the St. Louis Browns. Infielder Cal Ripken Jr. of the Baltimore Orioles tips his cap to the fans after breaking Lou Gherig's record of 2,130 consecutive games played on Sept. 6, 1995, at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Maryland. (Bryan Yablonsky/Sportschrome/Getty Images)CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPThe team has been in the cellar of baseball over the last few years. The team hasn’t made the playoffs since 2016 and hasn’t won more than 70 games since 2017.The Associated Press contributed to this report. Ryan Gaydos is the sports editor for Fox News and Fox Business. Story tips can be sent to [email protected].

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Andrew Wiggins delivered the biggest game yet in his eight-year career with 26 points and 13 rebounds, Klay Thompson scored 21 points, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics 104-94 on Monday night for a 3-2 NBA finals lead.Stephen Curry contributed 16 points and eight assists but the all-time three-point leader’s NBA-record streak of 132 straight postseason games with at least one three ended, along with his NBA-best run of 233 consecutive games with a three between regular season and playoffs combined.Exhibiting a determined confidence and grit all evening, Wiggins drove through the lane for an emphatic one-handed slam with 2:10 left to cap his brilliant performance on both ends.The best-of-seven series resumes in Boston on Thursday night and if the Celtics can win at home they will return to the Bay Area for a winner-take-all Game 7 on Sunday. All five games so far have been decided by 10 or more points.Marcus Smart was whistled for a technical foul then an offensive foul in a one-second span early in the fourth. He overcame a slow start to score 20 points, while Jayson Tatum had 27 points and 10 rebounds.Jordan Poole knocked down a 33ft three from the leftwing to beat the third-quarter buzzer as the Warriors took a 75-74 lead into the final 12 minutes after the Celtics roared back in the third.The Celtics found their own third-quarter magic that has long defined Golden State’s success in the second half. Boston trailed 51-39 at the break before charging back with 35-point burst in the third. Al Horford hit a go-ahead three-pointer with 6:28 left in the period that made it 58-55 as the Celtics finally found their shooting groove from deep. Grant Williams’ three-point play at 3:55 gave Boston a 66-61 lead. That was Boston’s eighth straight made three after missing the initial 12.Jaylen Brown was 2 for 11 to start the game and finished with 18 points on 5-of-18 shooting and missed all five of his three-point tries. Tatum gave Boston their first three-pointer on the night 4:34 before halftime and the Celtics were 11 of 32 from deep overall. Golden State wound up 9 of 40 from beyond the arc, with Wiggins 0 of 6.

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole ignited the crowd at the Chase Center at the end of the third quarter with a buzzer-beating three-pointer to put his team up one point over the Boston Celtics.Poole got the last-second pass from Andrew Wiggins and banked in the long 38-footer to put Golden State up 75-74 going into the fourth quarter. Poole had nine points at that point. Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) celebrates after scoring against the Boston Celtics during the second half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMPoole’s shot not only woke up the Warriors fans but Twitter came alive as well. Fans following Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Warriors and Celtics were just as stunned as everyone else was.Golden State needed to dig deep to salvage their brutal third quarter. Boston outscored Golden State 35-24 in the third and got back into the game. Boston ended the first half 0-for-12 from beyond the arc and then hit their next eight threes in a row.CELTICS' JAYSON TATUM ROCKS TIGER WOODS SHIRT AHEAD OF NBA FINALS GAME 5The Warriors at one point missed 14 consecutive three-pointers. Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole celebrates after scoring against the Boston Celtics during the second half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)The topsy-turvy game just showed how things could change in an instant when teams live and die by the three-point shot. Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole, right, is defended by Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard during the first half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/John Hefti)CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPPoole also hit a buzzer-beater at the end of the third quarter in Game 2 against the Celtics. Golden State would hold on for the win in that game. Ryan Gaydos is the sports editor for Fox News and Fox Business. Story tips can be sent to [email protected].

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In 2019, Andrew Redmayne made me a coffee. I was at the training base of his club, Sydney FC, waiting to conduct some pre-season interviews when the goalkeeper caught me attempting to use the club’s machine and intervened. He had completed a barista course about three years prior, he said, because he’d been fed up with football and ready to retire at 27 to work at a friend’s cafe.Back then he was playing for crosstown rivals the Western Sydney Wanderers and was on a wretched run of form. He was certainly not wiggling, and the very thought of being selected for the national team was borderline absurd – never mind saving a penalty to send his country to a World Cup. Dropped to the bench and maligned by many fans for no reason in particular, the daily grind had taken its toll.Redmayne’s original career plan had been to finish his degree while playing and then become a primary school teacher. But when he started dreading the very thought of football, he quietly spoke with his wife and his financial advisor.“It was set in motion,” he said that day at the coffee machine. “It was financially viable just to work in one of my mate’s cafes and do uni during the day and probably just NPL at night. I was happy to see out my time at Wanderers, then move back to Melbourne.“Self-belief came into it – I just didn’t think I was good enough, to be honest. It was a pretty rough stage of my life.”Redmayne always had the talent. As a teenager he trialled at Arsenal and was initially offered a youth contract before the club withdrew it and signed a young Wojciech Szczęsny instead. So he stayed in Australia and hopped from club to club, most of it tortured by self-doubt and cruel social media commentary – something of an irony given the abundance of complimentary memes now circulating the internet.At the very moment he was ready to throw in the towel, something happened. In January 2017 he was sent to Graham Arnold’s Sydney FC on a swap deal. The move reunited him with his first goalkeeping coach, John Crawley, the man who also developed the Socceroos’ No 1 Mat Ryan.Redmayne fist bumps Mat Ryan on his way onto the pitch in Qatar. Photograph: Karim Jaafar/AFP/Getty ImagesBy his own retrospective reckoning, Redmayne was “rubbish” then. But Crawley helped rebuild him from scratch. And when the club’s first-choice keeper, Danny Vukovic, moved to Belgium, he took his spot.Then some more things happened. He started to wear a hot pink strip. He started to save quite a few penalties. But, most divertingly, he started to dance. It was not a cool-kid dance, either. More daggy dad – a loosey-goosey limb flail which lightly entertained viewers and bewildered opposing players. He was thus ordained “The Pink Wiggle”.“You’re a sitting duck anyway so you may as well try and fly, I guess,” Redmayne said in early 2019, three months before his penalty-shootout heroics helped Sydney win the A-League Men grand final. “I’ve just caught a bug … I haven’t saved [a penalty] my whole career and now I’ve saved four this year. I don’t know what’s going on.”Redmayne had turned a corner. He was high on confidence, trusting his instincts and quoting Dolly Parton (“Find out who you are and do it on purpose”). He told no one at the club how close he had come to retiring. In May of 2019, after Arnold was appointed Socceroos boss and took Crawley with him, a 30-year-old Redmayne earned his first international call-up.Before Tuesday’s World Cup qualifying playoff against Peru, the now 33-year-old had two caps. Until the dying moments of extra-time it looked as if it would stay that way – until Arnold enacted his massive gamble of a plan.“They [Peru] would have prepared all week thinking Maty [Ryan] was going to be in goals,” Redmayne said post-match. “To put me on would have thrown them a little bit.” It might also have thrown Ryan, who was unaware of the secret scheme until he was taken off just before the shootout.“I don’t think any of the players knew about it,” Redmayne said. “A few clocked on at half-time because I went through a few drills to keep the eye in. Maty was full of support coming off and then just before penalties as well, he was pumping me up and getting me ready … when we were in a huddle he said ‘you’ve got this mate, this is all you’.”And it was. This time Redmayne was wearing grey, not pink. But his routine was no less dazzling. He waved his arms and swung his legs, thrashing the air into a perplexing puzzle for Peru’s penalty takers to solve. Luis Advincula hit the post to bring the Socceroos back level. A few spot-kicks later, he dived to palm away Alex Valera’s decisive attempt.Then Redmayne went viral. Partly it was the save and partly the celebration – not so much a grin but a wide-eyed, open-mouthed, ‘here I am’. In truth, the only reason he stood still instead of running straight off towards his teammates was because the referee had told him not to, predicting that his unconventional movement would probably require a VAR check to ensure he had not come off his line.It was all still stupidly beautiful. Five years ago Redmayne was about to quit football to become a barista. Five minutes ago he had only played a single match of this entire World Cup qualifying campaign – against 168th-ranked Nepal. Now he is an Australian icon. A meme of international repute. The hero in grey who helped the Socceroos to a fifth straight World Cup.

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The Celtics committed 18 turnovers and made just 21 of 31 free throws. Jayson Tatum (27 points) twice missed both shots from the line. Boston’s frustrations began to boil over as the night progressed, with Ime Udoka and Marcus Smart both picking up technical fouls.Get Court SenseBounce around the NBA with our Celtics-centric look at the latest happenings on and off the court.Andrew Wiggins had 26 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Warriors, who won despite Stephen Curry (16 points) missing all nine of his 3-pointers. In fact, Golden State’s starters other than Klay Thompson combined to go 0 for 19 from beyond the arc, but it didn’t matter. With Curry on the bench, Golden State started the fourth with a 10-0 run, and Boston never threatened again.Observations from the game:⋅ Forward Otto Porter Jr. started in place of center Kevon Looney for the second consecutive game. Boston pushed to an early lead against that lineup in Game 4, but Looney ended up being quite impactful during his 28 minutes, a series high.On Monday, this smaller group gave Boston fits at the start, with Porter instantly beating Tatum on a backdoor cut for a layup. The Warriors spaced the floor and used their speed to get past Boston’s slower big men, get to the rim, or find mid-range openings. The Warriors made their first seven two-point shots of the game.⋅ Looney checked in at the 7:28 mark, when the Celtics went a bit smaller with Derrick White replacing Robert Williams. But three minutes later, Looney had collected his third foul, and he went to the bench soon after without a rebound or a shot attempt. He did not return until the 7:28 mark of the third.⋅ The good news for the Celtics was that they actually did well to slow down Curry at the start. He attempted just one first-quarter 3-pointer and missed it, and just didn’t command the flow of play like he has so often in this series. He missed a technical free throw at the end of the first so badly that it looked as if a gust of wind had come through the arena.For three quarters, he looked human again.⋅ It would have been helpful for the Celtics if Tatum asserted himself at the start, but when he went to the bench after his opening six-minute stint, he did not have a field-goal attempt or an assist. He was more active when he checked in for his second stint, however, quickly converting a runner, a fadeaway, and a layup. That had to be helpful for his confidence amid what has been a rough series at times.He was 6 for 9 in the first half, and he snapped Boston’s 0 for 12 3-point shooting drought when he hit one midway through the second quarter. He then started the third quarter by drilling three in a row.⋅ Brown has been excellent in this series and he’s had some spectacular starts, but was just not engaged in the first half. He missed a few early shots, and that appeared to affect his rhythm at both ends.Boston needed more, and with it down 12 at the start of the third quarter, Brown provided it. He drew a foul on Thompson, came up with a steal, and drew another one. A couple of quick baskets by Golden State would’ve been crushing. Instead, this steadied Boston and Tatum added a pair of 3-pointers to cap a quick 10-0 run that made it a new game.⋅ Yes, the Celtics had to feel OK about being down by just 12 at the break despite committing nine turnovers, missing five free throws, and shooting 20 percent from the 3-point line. But Golden State did not exactly sparkle. The Warriors made 17.6 percent of their 3-pointers and got a total of just one from Thompson and Curry. They also had just 3 second-chance points.Yes, it could’ve been worse for Boston, but the Warriors also had a double-digit lead despite plenty of their own flaws.⋅ Third quarters have been a disaster for Boston in this series, and even a slightly bad one Monday would have finished them off. But they had the necessary counterpunch, blitzing Golden State with a 27-10 run.⋅ Boston led by as many as five points in the third before the Warriors got another deep buzzer-beater from Jordan Poole — this one off the glass, and off his fingertips with 0.1 second on the clock — to take a 75-74 lead to the fourth. That felt like a potential momentum-shifter.Sure enough, Golden State started the fourth with an 8-0 run.⋅ It’s wild how shooting slumps and shooting confidence can both rub off within a team. When the Celtics started the game by missing 12 in a row, they began to hesitate and hitch and just had no rhythm. But once they started falling, they stepped into the shots confidently and without any second-guessing, as they drilled eight in a row.⋅ Udoka has stressed throughout these playoffs that his team likes to make opposing offensive stars work on defense in an attempt to wear them down. That was very obvious in this game, particularly in the third quarter, as the Celtics constantly put Curry into screening actions and tried to hit him with their physicality.Adam Himmelsbach can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter @adamhimmelsbach.

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Australia have done it again. With a low save to his right to deny Peru’s Alex Valera from the penalty spot, dancing goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne secured cult hero status, launched quite a few memes and booked the Socceroos’ place at the 2022 World Cup.The win against the more fancied Peru clinched a fifth consecutive berth at sport’s biggest party, 16 years after the Socceroos ended decades in the men’s football wilderness with a similarly heart-stopping win on penalties against Uruguay.Now, the excitement builds. If you’ve not been paying attention since 2018, here are five things you need to know about the Socceroos and the 2022 World Cup.1. Qualifying was tough this timeThe Socceroos’ journey to the final qualifier against Peru on Tuesday night was tough. On the final whistle, Graham Arnold, the Socceroos manager, noted that of Australia’s 20 qualification matches 16 were played away from home, mostly due to the Covid-19 pandemic.Australia got off to a good start in their Asian confederation qualifying group, but fell behind Saudi Arabia and Japan after a few crucial draws against weaker teams. Finishing third in the group stage set up a do-or-die contest against the United Arab Emirates for a chance to play fifth-placed South American qualifiers Peru, who had humbled the Socceroos at the last World Cup.Last week’s UAE game ended in a closely fought 2-1 win, with Ajdin Hrustic’s winner coming late in the match. And on Tuesday morning, after more than 1,000 days in search of qualification and 120 goalless minutes against Peru, Australia secured another World Cup berth.2. Holding the World Cup in Qatar will be unprecedentedThis will be the first Fifa World Cup held in the Middle East, and, kicking off on 21 November, it will also be the first held during the northern hemisphere’s winter months.That decision was taken to account for Qatar’s hot and humid climate. Much has been made about the fact that the eight stadiums in and around Doha are equipped with outdoor air-conditioning systems that are designed to keep conditions manageable for players and fans. In November, though, temperatures in Qatar are also cooler, averaging about 24C.3. Human rights groups have criticised the decisionThe decision to hold the World Cup in Qatar has been condemned by human rights groups. Much of the criticism has been focused on the country’s record on migrant workers, including approximately 40 known to have died while employed building the stadiums where matches will be played.The Guardian last year reported that more than 6,500 migrant workers from India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have died in Qatar since it won the right to host the World Cup, according to data collected from government sources. Last month, a group of non-governmental organisations said Fifa should pay reparations to migrant workers whose human rights have been compromised by the Qatar World Cup.Socceroos midfielder Jackson Irvine, goalkeeper and captain Mat Ryan are among those who have voiced concerns, as the players consider how and if they might take a stand. Some other national teams have already worn T-shirts with human rights messages in the lead up to the tournament.Qatar’s government has responded to criticisms of human rights groups, saying it has reformed labour practices and claiming it has made significant progress on tackling the effects of heat stress.England manager Gareth Southgate is among those who have spoken out about Qatar’s record on LGBTIQ and women’s rights.4. What are the Socceroos’ chances?Australia have qualified into Group D, alongside France, Denmark and Tunisia. France, ranked third in the world and the current holders, and Denmark, ranked 11th and recent semi-finalists at the Euros, would be firm favourites to finish in the top two spots and progress to the knockout stage.Tunisia are ranked 35th, while Australia are 42nd. Australia’s group at the 2018 tournament in Russia was almost identical, with the Socceroos losing 2-1 to France and earning a solid draw against Denmark. However, on paper, the Socceroos squad is arguably weaker heading into this World Cup.Australia’s best performance at a World Cup was a heartbreaking 1-0 loss in the round of 16 against Italy in 2006. And that was with a star-studded side, often described as the Socceroos’ “golden generation”.It will take a number of exceptional performances, and a fair bit of luck, to match that.5. Where and when to watchThe good news is that public broadcaster SBS holds the Australian rights to the World Cup and is promising to show all 64 matches live and free.As far as timing, it’s a bit of a mixed bag. Australia play France at 6am AEDT on Tuesday 22 November. The crucial game against Tunisia is at the prime time of 9pm on Saturday 26 November. Finally, the Socceroos play Denmark at the brutal hour of 2am on Wednesday 30 November.The knockouts will also require serious viewing commitment, with most matches to be played at 2am or 6am.The World Cup final at the 80,000-capacity Lusail Stadium will be played on Monday, 19 December at 2am (AEDT).

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The Warriors brought themselves one win away from an NBA championship with a Game 5 win on Monday night. And the guy who led them there was Andrew Wiggins. The 27-year-old had his second brilliant game in a row, leading the Warriors with 26 points and 13 rebounds on the night and helping Golden State’s defense lock down the Celtics en route to a 104-94 win. It was a night where Stephen Curry didn’t make a 3-pointer at all, going 0-for-9, making it the first playoff game he’s ever gone without a 3-point make and ending an NBA-record 132 straight playoff games with a 3-pointer. Curry did score 16 points, mostly by attacking the basket, like so many on Golden State did all night. No one did that better all night than Wiggins (who went 0-for-6 from 3-point range himself), though Klay Thompson scored 21 points and made five from deep, Gary Payton II added 15 points and Jordan Poole contributed 14 — including an impressive buzzer-beating 3-pointer at the end of the third quarter. Now, Golden State is one win away from their seventh championship in franchise history and fourth with the Curry-Thompson-Green and coach Steve Kerr core. They’ll have the luxury of not needing to win on Thursday in Boston to win the series, but they will surely try to end it on the parquet floor. Here’s what the Warriors are saying after the win: STEVE KERR On Wiggins’ renewed rebounding effort: I think throughout the playoffs, really, he’s rebounded well. I think it’s just a sense of what’s needed and being on this team, where he’s got veteran guys who are helping him to understand what we need from him, and he’s just using his athleticism in a lot of different ways. He’s just been fantastic, not just in this series but throughout the playoffs. On winning with Curry having an off night: Well, the key to our game is defense, and Steph was a big part of that. They were trying to attack him over and over again, and he held up really well. I thought Gary Payton and Wiggs and Draymond really keyed our defensive effort to hold that team to 94 points. That’s what it takes to win a Finals game. It’s got to be about the defense. I think Steph was probably due for a game like this. He’s been shooting the ball so well that, at some point, he was going to have a tough night. But we’ve got a lot of talent and a lot of depth that can make up for that, and the guys did a good job of that tonight. On if Boston’s defense impacted Curry: It was both. Boston did a really good job defensively, as we would expect. They are a great defensive team. I thought they put more pressure on him early in pick-and-roll. And Steph missed some open ones, too. So it’s always a combination. But even for the best shooter in the world, you know, games like this happen. And fortunately they don’t happen too often. I like Steph coming off of a game like this, too. I like his ability to bounce back. So to be able to win the game with our defense, with our depth, is a great team effort. On how much poise matters at this point of the season: I thought that was the most important part of the game tonight because we had a 12-point lead at the half, and they came and just stormed right through us in that third quarter for the first, whatever it was, eight, nine minutes. And that was a crucial part of the game for us to respond to that. Jordan hit a couple big ones late third and then had a good stretch to start the fourth as well. But the response to Boston’s run to me was the key to the game. On Green’s bounceback night: That’s a guy I’ve been watching for eight years. He’s always over the place defensively. He’s distributing the ball. He’s bringing that intensity and competitiveness and energy. I thought Draymond was brilliant. DRAYMOND GREEN On his performance tonight: I felt more like myself, aggressive on both ends of the ball, but I felt a little more like myself in Game 4 as well, after an atrocious Game 3. But you’ve just got to continue to build. Tonight is a great start, and I look forward to going into Game 6 with the same energy and effort. On responding to big Boston third quarter right away in the fourth: I think the way we responded in the third quarter was huge, and Jordan hitting that shot right before the clock expired was a great momentum boost for us. You know, when a team goes on a run like they did — and it was more than a run — they pretty much dominated the entire third quarter. For us to still go into the fourth quarter with the lead, that’s huge. And I think that was something that we could build on, and we did. You know, coming out there in the fourth quarter, we were able to get stops, and we got out in transition, got a couple easy buckets, and that was huge for us. On Wiggins building trust with Warriors: That trust has been building for two and a half years now since he got here. A lot of people looked at that trade like, oh, that’s another piece they can move. We looked at the trade from the very beginning like that is a guy who can fit next to a healthy group absolutely well. When he first came here, and I’ll never forget, it was when Thibs [Tom Thibodeau] wasn’t with the Knicks, and Thibs was like, you’re going to love him. He competes. He defends. And he was telling us Jimmy loved him. And we all know how Jimmy Butler is. If you have any softness to you, Jimmy don’t like you. That’s how Jimmy is cut. He’s continued to show that. He’s continued to get better. He’s taken on every challenge that we have thrown in front of him. And that’s been huge. And we need him to do that for one more win. On if winning when Curry makes zero 3-pointers is extra satisfying: No, I don’t think there’s a different type of satisfaction. A win is a win. Whether Steph gets 43, 10, 4, or whether he finishes with 16-for-22 shooting, a win is a win. Obviously, we have spoke about helping him, and I don’t think he’s been out there helpless, like that’s the narrative. But everybody’s doing their part, and tonight, a night that he didn’t have it going, we found offense elsewhere, and that’s kind of what it’s been. On the same token, if he’s got it going, we’re going to be heavy Steph Curry. That’s just what it is. The whole notion of this guy doesn’t — he doesn’t have help, well, you’ve got 43, he’s going to keep shooting, and we’re going to do all that we can to get him shooting it. It was huge. Now, that’s good for us. He was 0-for-9 from three. He’s going to be livid going into Game 6, and that’s exactly what we need.

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SAN FRANCISCO — Some of the Giants’ favorite hitting metrics revolve around their ability to control the strike zone. Never was that more apparent than in the third inning of their 6-2 win to open their three-game series with the Kansas City Royals. After making two outs, the Giants loaded the bases and scored two runs while getting just one base hit. Royals starter Brady Singer issued four straight free passes that forced in both runs. All it took to secure a fourth straight victory and continue their momentum from a weekend sweep of the Dodgers was a mini-rally in the sixth, which — you guessed it — was kickstarted with a leadoff walk. The Giants drew a season-high nine walks Monday night, including five from the Royals’ starter, who in five previous starts this season had shown among the best command in the majors. Only two qualified starters had a lower K/9 than Singer’s entering Monday night, but only four teams had a higher BB% than the Giants. In four consecutive batters in the third inning, Singer matched his season total of free passes (4 in 35⅓ innings). After catcher Austin Wynns snuck a two-out double down the right-field line — his fifth hit in three games and his first for extra bases — Singer all but lost his ability to find the strike zone. He lost Luis González after working a full count, then threw 12 of his next 13 pitches outside the strike zone, walking Mike Yastrzemski, then Darin Ruf, then Joc Pederson. The walk parade forced home Wynns and Yastrzemski and tied the game at 2. The Giants took the lead in the sixth after Austin Slater, pinch-hitting for Pederson, took ball four and scored on Thairo Estrada’s line drive single into center field. The RBI single extended Estrada’s hitting streak to a team-high six games. Brandon Crawford padded the lead in the seventh with a two-RBI double down the right-field line that cleared the bases, driving in Ruf and Slater. Ruf reached when he took ball four with one out for the Giants’ eighth walk of the night, tying their season high (May 7 vs. STL), then Slater immediately followed with their ninth free pass. It was the second straight time through the order that the Ruf and Slater drew back-to-back walks. In the third, Crawford ended the rally with a bases-loaded fly out to center. But in the seventh, he laced a line drive that hugged the foul line, driving in a pair of insurance runs. González manufactured another run himself in the eighth to make it 6-2, stretching a single into a double, stealing third base and scoring when the throw from catcher M.J. Melendez soared past the bag and into left field. San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Alex Wood throws against the Kansas City Royals in the first inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Josie Lepe) In all four games of the Giants’ win streak, they’ve held opponents to two or fewer runs. On Monday, Alex Wood needed only 80 pitches to make it through six innings, but manager Gabe Kapler decided to turn the game over to the bullpen, which after three more scoreless innings against the Royals has allowed one earned run in its past 16 innings of work. Wood allowed the leadoff man to reach in each of the first three innings, but the only damage the Royals were able to do came in the third, after Carlos Santana led off with a walk and Emmanuel Rivera followed with a double, and both came home to score. After Bobby Witt Jr.’s RBI single that drove home Rivera, Wood retired the final 10 batters he faced.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has evoked Bob Hawke by calling on bosses to "be nice" to employees after the Socceroos qualified for a fifth consecutive FIFA World Cup.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has evoked former Labor prime minister Bob Hawke as he called on bosses to “be nice” to their employees if they are tired from getting up early to watch the Socceroos qualify for the FIFA World Cup.The Socceroos secured a spot in the sporting event, to be held in Qatar in November, through a tense penalty shootout against Peru early on Tuesday (AEST).The Prime Minister congratulated the team on their “fantastic victory” and on the “amazing achievement” of qualifying for the nation's fifth consecutive World Cup.“For all those Australians who will be a bit tired today at work I say to their bosses, ‘be nice to them’,” he said.Stream more sports news live & on demand with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2022.“If someone’s having a little kip in the corner it’s understandable because if they’ve been up since 4am watching through the 90 minutes plus injury time plus extra time and then watching that penalty shootout and then celebrating afterwards it’s understandable that coffee can only go so far.“So be nice to your staff I look forward as do all Australians of watching the Socceroos in the World Cup later this year and we wish them and Graham Arnold and the team all the greatest success.”Socceroos coach Graham Arnold called on the Prime Minister to give all Aussies the day off after the historic victory on Tuesday morning.“I called out Anthony Albanese the other day to give everyone the day off to celebrate this because I believe this is one of the greatest achievements ever,” he told Network 10 following the game.“To qualify for this World Cup the way we’ve had to go through things you know, 20 World Cup qualifiers and we’ve played 16 away from home, it’s been tough but we did it.”The request was in reference to Mr Hawke, who famously declared Australians should get the day off after winning the America’s Cup in 1983.“I tell you what, any boss who sacks anyone for not turning up today is a bum,” the then-prime minister declared.The Socceroos won their final sudden death qualifying match against Peru in a tense affair which concluded with a penalty shootout.In nail-biting scenes, both teams missed a penalty each before the Socceroos emerged victorious 5-4 to secure their place at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.Arnold’s decision to sub captain and goalkeeper Mat Ryan off in the 119th minute to give Andy Redmayne the responsibility of the penalty shootout proved a masterstroke as the replacement saved two shots in the shootout."Andrew Redmayne is a very good penalty saver, and to try to get him on the mental aspect while we were making that change, to add that bit of uncertainty in their brains," Arnold said of the decision after the win.

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The Wiggles have congratulated Socceroos goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne after he was dubbed the "Grey Wiggle" for his distracting dance moves on the goal line as he helped send Australia to the FIFA World Cup.The Wiggles have congratulated the Socceroos and goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne who was dubbed the "Grey Wiggle" for a jig during his penalty shootout heroics against Peru.The replacement shot-stopper was subbed on in the 119th minute specifically for the shootout and his successful attempts to distract the Peruvian penalty takers have been likened to those of The Wiggles.The Wiggles have since released a video acknowledging the dance with Jeff the purple Wiggle reenacting his now-famous save."Congratulations to all the Socceroos especially Andrew the Grey Wiggle, mate you've inspired everybody including Jeff he wants to be a goalkeeper just like you," Anthony Field, the Blue Wiggle said.Redmayne executed an energetic Hot Potato dance along the goal line during the shootout and the off-putting jig worked as he saved two of the penalties taking Australia to a 5-4 victory and the 2022 FIFA World Cup.Stream more sports news live & on demand with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2022.The Sydney FC keeper used a similar dance during the 2019 A-League Grand Final in Perth where he helped his team to victory over the locals in another penalty shootout.Socceroos fans have fallen in love with the dance moves and praised him for throwing off the Peruvian penalty takers.“This morning the inaugural Grey Wiggle was found and he accomplished mission impossible!,” a supporter tweeted.“Pretty cool that the Grey Wiggle helped get Australia through to the World Cup!,” another fan wrote.“How long before The Wiggles officially adopt Andrew Redmayne as honourary Grey Wiggle, and write a song about him (along with the Grey Wiggle dance)?,” a third commented.“A grey wiggle sent Australia to the @FIFAWorldCup congratulations @Socceroos Graham Arnold & the entire squad #itoldyouso @simonhill1894 great call,” tweeted another.While the 33-year-old’s dance moves have gone viral so has his post match celebration which saw him stand still next to the goal with an almighty smile across his face instead of sprinting off to greet his teammates.After the match Redmayne revealed that before the final two penalties the ref told him if he saved one the Socceroos would have won and told him not to run off in celebration because the video referee would have to check he hadn’t moved off his line during the distracting jig.“We worked on that the whole camp on moving and staying on the line but also creating a big presence in goal so I knew I would be okay,” Redmayne said.Despite his heroics Redmayne refused to take the credit for Australia’s record fifth consecutive World Cup qualification.“I'm not going to take credit. The boys ran out 120 minutes, and it not only takes 11 on the field but the boys on the bench, the boys in the stands. The boys that missed out in their squad as well,” he told Network 10.“It is a team effort, team game, so I can't take any more credit than any of the others.”Redmayne also said after the match the move to sub him into the game in the event of a penalty shootout was a planned tactic from Socceroos coach Graham Arnold."This idea was floated pre-selection that this might happen in these kind of circumstances," he said."I guess for the two or three weeks we have been here I have had that in my mind and I've been working on a few things in training."But at the end of the day, it is either right or left, the homework has been done and I'm just grateful to the other boys for running at 120 minutes."

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With a 104-94 victory over the Boston Celtics at Chase Center on Monday, the Warriors are one win away from clinching their fourth NBA title in eight seasons. After taking a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series, Golden State head coach Steve Kerr expects his team to hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy after Thursday’s Game 6 at TD Garden in Boston. In a postgame speech inside the Warriors’ locker room that was captured by ESPN cameras and aired on SportsCenter, Kerr praised his players for their collective effort against the Celtics and made his expectations for what’s next abundantly clear. “We’re going to get this in Boston,” Kerr told the Warriors. “Yes, sir,” multiple players replied. “We’re going to finish this in Boston, okay,” Kerr continued. “Whatever Steph (Curry) said yesterday, it still applies. Tomorrow we get our rest, get on the plane and go, get everything you need done treatment-wise, hydration, take care of all of that stuff and lock in.” “We’re going to win this in Boston” – Steve Kerr. #NBAFinals pic.twitter.com/JLqLeZeSHL — Carlan Gay (@TheCarlanGay) June 14, 2022 While Kerr’s reference to an assertion Steph Curry made is unclear, the Warriors know they’ll be entering a hostile environment in Boston. The Celtics, however, are just 6-5 at home this postseason and 4-5 at TD Garden since their first round sweep of the Nets. In another portion of Kerr’s speech that aired on SportsCenter, he told his team, ““Unbelievable job. I could literally go to every single one of you guys and tell you how amazing you were. That was a total team effort, especially as they came and punched us in the mouth.”

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The agency's environmental assessment seeks to protect surrounding wildlife and resources. SpaceX treated the assessment’s release as a crucial milestone.SpaceX Starbase launch facility under construction in Boca Chica, Texas, on Oct. 17, 2021.Mark Felix / Bloomberg via Getty Images fileJune 13, 2022, 10:35 PM UTCThe Federal Aviation Administration on Monday released its environmental assessment of SpaceX's proposed spacecraft and rocket for missions to the moon and Mars, requiring the company to make more than 75 changes before it can carry out flights from SpaceX's Texas launch site.The regulatory decision is part of the FAA's full environmental review of SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket system, which are being developed to one day ferry cargo and human passengers to the moon and beyond.The FAA said SpaceX must address each concern before the company can receive a license for its launch site in Boca Chica, in southeastern Texas."The environmental review must be completed along with public safety, national security, and other analyses before a decision on whether to grant a launch license can be made," the agency said in a statement. "The license application is still pending."SpaceX Starbase launch facility under construction in Boca Chica, Texas on Oct. 17, 2021.Mark Felix / Bloomberg via Getty Images fileThe changes include measures to control debris and other hazardous material during launches, efforts to cut down on noise to surrounding communities, and actions to protect water resources, fish, wildlife and plants in the vicinity.The FAA also included restrictions on when launches can occur, because they would require closing a state highway that runs through state parks, the Lower Rio Grande National Wildlife Refuge and Boca Chica Beach."Closures will not be allowed on 18 identified holidays, and weekend restrictions are limited to no more than five weekends per year, ensuring robust access to the refuge and park throughout the calendar year," the agency said in the statement.The FAA's review began in 2020 but was delayed several times to allow for detailed analyses and to include input from various concerned parties.For its part, SpaceX treated the assessment's release as a crucial milestone in Starship's development."One step closer to the first orbital flight test of Starship," SpaceX tweeted Monday after the FAA's assessment was released.SpaceX has conducted several tests with Starship and the Super Heavy booster but the craft has yet to reach space on an orbital flight. When the two components are attached, the Starship-Super Heavy system stands nearly 400 feet tall, making it the world's tallest rocket.Denise Chow is a reporter for NBC News Science focused on general science and climate change.

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SAN FRANCISCO — With a win in Game 5 on Monday, the Warriors are a win away from their fourth NBA title in six playoff runs. But the Warriors have already made history. Their 107-97 win against the Boston Celtics was Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green’s 20th playoff victory together as a trio. The milestone set an NBA record for most Finals wins by a trio in NBA history over the last 30 years, beating out San Antonio’s Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili — who have 19 Finals wins four titles together. “Those three are some of the greatest to ever play. I feel like they played my whole life, my whole childhood. To be mentioned in the same company as them, it’s humbling,” Thompson said. “It won’t mean much unless we get another win. That’s awesome, but it would really add to our legacy if we closed this thing out.” This Warriors’ core won their first Finals game in June 2015 against LeBron James’ Cleveland Cavaliers and won their first Finals appearance in six games. They went to five straight finals together, losing the 2016 finals after blowing a 3-1 lead and coming back with Kevin Durant in tow to go back-to-back in 2017 and 2018 against the Cavs in both. They swept the Cavaliers in 2017 and won in five in 2018. Their fifth Finals appearance was a devastating one — losing Durant to an Achilles tear in a Game 5 win and Thompson to his ACL tear in a Game 6 series loss to the Toronto Raptors. The two major injuries would begin a two year playoff gap for the trio as Thompson rehabbed his ACL and a Achilles injury the following season and Curry broke his hand in 2020. Once the trio reconvened healthy this season — despite Thompson missing the first few months rehabbing still — the Warriors were back on the fast track to the Finals. Duncan, Parker and Ginobili won 19 Finals games as part of San Antonio’s dynasty under coach Gregg Popovich. Duncan won his first in 1999, and the trio formed in 2002 when Ginobili came to the Spurs from the Italian pro league. They won in 2003, 2005 and 2007. They won their final title together in 2014, when Ducan was 37 and Ginobili was 36 years old.

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NEW YORK -- Philip Baker Hall, the prolific character actor of film and theater who starred in Paul Thomas Anderson's first movies and who memorably hunted down a long-overdue library book in “Seinfeld,” has died. He was 90. Holly Wolfle Hall, the actor's wife of nearly 40 years, on Monday said Hall died Sunday surrounded by loved ones in Glendale, California. She said Hall had been well until a few weeks earlier, and spent his final days in warm spirits, reflecting on his life. “His voice at the end was still just as powerful,” said Wolfle Hall. Her husband, she added, never retired from acting. In a career spanning half a century, Hall was a ubiquitous hangdog face whose doleful, weary appearance could shroud a booming intensity and humble sensitivity. His range was wide, but Hall, who had a natural gravitas, often played men in suits, trench coats and lab coats. "Men who are highly stressed, older men, who are at the limit of their tolerance for suffering and stress and pain,” Hall told the Washington Post in 2017. “I had an affinity for playing those roles.”Born in Toledo, Ohio, Hall initially devoted himself more to theater in Los Angeles, after moving out in 1975, than TV and movies. While shooting bit parts in Hollywood (an episode of “Good Times” was one of his first gigs), Hall worked with the L.A. Actor Theatre. There he played Richard Nixon in the one-act play “Secret Honor,” a role he reprised in Robert Altman's 1984 film adaptation. Critic Pauline Kael wrote that Hall “draws on his lack of a star presence and on an actor’s fears of his own mediocrity in a way that seems to parallel Nixon’s feelings."Hall made an impression in the smallest of roles in other films, like 1988's “Midnight Run." But outside of theater, Hall was mostly doing guest roles in television. That changed when he was shooting a PBS program in 1992. Hall then encountered a production assistant in his early 20s named Paul Thomas Anderson. The two would hang out, smoking cigarettes and drinking coffee between scenes. Anderson, believing Hall hadn't gotten his due in film, asked him to look at a script he had written for a 20-minute short film titled “Cigarettes & Coffee.” “I’m reading this script, and I truly had trouble believing that that kid wrote this script,” Hall told the AV Club in 2012. “I mean, it was just so brilliant, resonating with nuance all over the place, like a playwright. Certainly, as a film, I’d never really seen anything like it. It was staggering.”After the $20,000 short made it into the Sundance Film Festival, Anderson expanded it into his feature debut, 1997's “Hard Eight,” which catapulted Hall's career. In it, Hall played a wise and courteous itinerate gambler named Sydney who schools a young drifter (John C. Reilly) on the craft. In one indelible scene, Philip Seymour Hoffman's first with Anderson, a hot-shot gambler chides Hall as “old-timer.” Anderson would cast Hall again as adult film theater magnate Floyd Gondolli who warns Burt Reynolds' pornography producer about the industry's future in “Boogie Nights." In Anderson's “Magnolia,” Hall played Jimmy Gator, the host of a kids game show. “I have a particular fascination with character actors, with wanting to turn them into lead actors," Anderson told The Los Angeles Times in 1998. "I see Philip Baker Hall, he’s just . . . an actor that I love. There’s no one else with a face like that, or a voice like that.”To many, Hall was instantly recognizable for one of the most powerfully funny guest appearances on “Seinfeld.” In the 22nd episode of the sitcom in 1991, Hall played Lt. Joe Bookman, the library investigator who comes after Seinfeld for a years-overdue copy of “Tropic of Cancer." Hall played him like a hardboiled noir detective, telling Seinfeld: “Well, I got a flash for ya, Joy-boy: Party time is over.”Hall was brought back for the “Seinfeld” finale and by Larry David on “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” David once said no other actor ever made him laugh more than Hall. Among Hall's many other credits were Michael Mann's “The Insider,” as “60 Minutes” producer Don Hewitt, and Lars von Trier's “Dogville." Hall appeared in “Say Anything,” “The Truman Show,” “The Talented Mr. Ripley,” “Zodiac,” “Argo” and “Rush Hour." Hall played the neighbor Walt Kleezak on “Modern Family.” His last performance was in the 2020 series “Messiah.” Hall, who was married to Dianne Lewis for three years in the early 1970s, is survived by his wife, four daughters, four grandchildren and his brother.

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An electric-powered BMW iX is displayed at the 43rd Bangkok International Motor Show, in Bangkok, Thailand, March 22, 2022. REUTERS/Athit PerawongmethaRegister now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comDETROIT, June 14 (Reuters) - BMW (BMWG.DE) will install and test a long-range battery developed by Michigan-based startup Our Next Energy (ONE) in the German automaker's iX electric SUV, the companies said on Tuesday.ONE's Gemini battery will incorporate two types of battery cells, including one with advanced chemistry that can store more energy and enable vehicle range of 600 miles (965 km) or more between charges, the battery maker said. The prototype vehicle is expected to be completed by year-end, ONE said.The Gemini battery aims to reduce the use of such traditional EV battery materials as cobalt, nickel, graphite and lithium, according to Mujeeb Ijaz, ONE founder and chief executive.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comIjaz said ONE is testing different electrode chemistries in Gemini, while evaluating the potential tradeoffs in cost, energy and sustainability.ONE might offer a production version of the battery in three different sizes and prices, Ijaz said, including a low-end version that would cost the same as today's conventional nickel- and cobalt-based batteries, "if not a little lower."Ijaz said ONE is discussing similar prototype testing of its Gemini battery with other companies.In March, BMW's corporate venture arm led a $65 million funding round in ONE. Other investors in that round included Coatue Management, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Assembly Ventures, Flex and Volta Energy Technologies. read more In December, ONE said an early prototype of the Gemini battery, retrofitted in a Tesla Model S sedan, delivered more than 750 miles (1,200 km) of range, well in excess of the best production electric vehicles on the market. read more Since its founding in 2020, ONE has focused development on a long-range battery that uses safer and more sustainable materials, while packing more energy into a smaller, less expensive package.In a statement, BMW executive Juergen Hildinger said the automaker is exploring opportunities "to integrate ONE's battery technologies into models of our future BEV (battery electric vehicle) product lineup."Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comReporting by Paul Lienert in Detroit; Editing by Will DunhamOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Golden State Warriors used the momentum from a Jordan Poole buzzer-beater in the third quarter to build a hefty lead and never looked back, defeating the Boston Celtics 104-94.The Warriors are one win away from securing their fourth NBA championship since 2015.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins, left, celebrates with forward Draymond Green (23) during the first half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)Andrew Wiggins stepped up when Golden State needed him the most. With Stephen Curry struggling from beyond the arc, Wiggins had to lead the way in the scoring category. He finished with 26 points on 12-of-23 shooting. He added 13 rebounds, two assists and two steals in the victory.Wiggins threw down a vicious dunk on Derrick White with about 2:05 left to go in the game to seal the victory.Wiggins said he wanted to tell everyone, "We’re here," with the dunk he threw down. Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (22) shoots against Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) and forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the first half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)"We’re hungry. We want this," he added.Curry was 7-of-22 from the field, including a shocking 0-for-9 from the three-point line. He managed to finish with 16 points, eight assists and three rebounds. Klay Thompson added 21 points and was the only Warriors starter to make a three-point shot.WARRIORS' JORDAN POOLE BANKS IN DEEP BUZZER-BEATING THREE-POINTER, NBA FANS GO WILDGolden State had built up a sizable lead at halftime going into the break up 51-39. Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots against Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart during the second half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)But Boston came back out of the locker room hot. The team had missed their first 12 three-pointers in the first half but made eight straight in the third to take the lead. Golden State had been struggling – at one point missing 14 consecutive shots from long distance.It was Poole who helped get the team and the fans back in the game.He banked home a 38-foot three-pointer to put Golden State up one point at the end of the third. It was exactly what the Warriors needed. Poole would finish with 14 points.Boston wouldn’t score again until the 8:21 mark of the fourth. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts after scoring against the Golden State Warriors during the second half of Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with 27 points, 10 rebounds and four assists. Marcus Smart had 20 points and three rebounds. Jaylen Brown added 18 points, nine rebounds and four assists. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPGame 6 of the NBA Finals is set for Thursday night back in Boston at 9 p.m. ET. A win for the Warriors will give Golden State their seventh championship in franchise history. A Celtics win will force a Game 7 and send the series back to San Francisco. Ryan Gaydos is the sports editor for Fox News and Fox Business. Story tips can be sent to [email protected].

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Lizzo on Monday said she is changing the lyrics to "Grrrls" following criticism from many in the disabled community that the single contains a word that is considered an "ableist slur."The song, which was released Friday and is part of Lizzo’s upcoming album “Special,” has a lyric that uses the word “spaz,” a slur against people with disabilities."It's been brought to my attention that there is a harmful word in my new song "GRRRLS". Let me make one thing clear: I never want to promote derogatory language," the three-time Grammy winner wrote in an Instagram post. "As a fat black woman in America, I've had many hateful words used against me so I understand the power words can have (whether intentionally or in my case unintentionally). I'm proud to say there's a new version of GRRRLS with a lyric change."Fans pointed out that the word originates from spastic. "Someone who is spastic is born with a disability which makes it difficult for them to control their muscles, especially in their arms and legs," according to Collins Dictionary. "Most people now refer to someone with this disability as having cerebral palsy."According to the Mayo Clinic, "in general, cerebral palsy causes impaired movement associated with exaggerated reflexes, floppiness or spasticity of the limbs and trunk, unusual posture, involuntary movements, unsteady walking, or some combination of these."Another person who has Cerebral Palsy called on Lizzo to "do better." "Hey @lizzo my disability Cerebral Palsy is literally classified as Spastic Diplegia (where spasticity refers to unending painful tightness in my legs) your new song makes me pretty angry + sad." the Twitter user wrote. S--z “doesn’t mean freaked out or crazy. It’s an ableist slur. It’s 2022. Do better."The term has "been used to hurt me and people I care about many times," another user wrote. "It’s a slur. It’s unacceptable. Don’t say it."Some said they were disappointed in Lizzo for the word choice, given that she often uses her platform to provide positivity to others."There’s no excuse for using an ableist insult in a song in 2022. As someone who champions women, plus size people and others whom society treats poorly, Lizzo preaches inclusivity and should do better," one user wrote. "I’d like to add that this is not a hate tweet; it’s a call for a talented person in a position of power who knows how to use their platform for good to approach ableism with greater sensitivity and apologise for their mistake. I’m not here to cancel Lizzo, but to inspire change," the person added. Others called for Lizzo to remove the word from the song."It’s a slur and really offensive to the disabled community," one user wrote. "From a disappointed fan."In her Instagram post, Lizzo wrote that the change "is a result of me listening and taking action." "As an influential artist I’m dedicated to being part of the change I’ve been waiting to see in the world," she wrote, before signing off "Xoxo, Lizzo.” Saba Hamedy is the culture and trends editor for NBC News Digital.

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SAN FRANCISCO — Expectations versus reality. Sports and, indeed, life are terribly complicated affairs, but so often, the day-to-day and minute-to-minute of both can be defined by the constant battle between what we think will happen and what actually happens. Andrew Wiggins knows this battle all too well. Popular opinion declared that he was supposed to be the “Maple Jordan” — the first Canadian superstar in this league — and the kind of player that is worthy of the No. 1 overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft. Did he personally set any of those expectations? No. They were bestowed upon the soft-spoken now 27-year-old by strangers And so in eight seasons in the NBA, he’s yet to take a step in this league that has been graded against the curve. But on Monday night, in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, Wiggins was the best player on the floor alongside Steph Curry and opposing two of the league’s best wings. Wiggins’ 26-point, 13-rebound, defend-everything performance was the driving force of a 104-94 win that has the Warriors one victory away from a fourth title in eight years. Forget your expectations. Here’s the reality: Monday’s Game 5 wasn’t a breakout or a narrative-changing game for Wiggins. No, the Warriors wing has proven himself to be a winner of the highest order throughout this postseason. From the first possession of the first game of the first round against Denver, Wiggins has played with a laser focus and relentless motor. There’s no doubt that a good number of people have missed this transformation. Countless more have seen it happen but were blinded by long-held preconceived notions. But Game 5 was merely a continuation of Wiggins’ already outstanding form. Yes, it was Wiggins’ best game of the playoffs. Considering the stage, it was arguably the best game of his career. But this was a crescendo. And if you’ve been paying attention, Game 5 should not have been a surprise. That’s not to say that Wiggins’ performance didn’t come at a perfect time for the Dubs. For the first four games of the NBA Finals, the Warriors have leaned on Steph Curry to create the vast majority of the team’s offense. More specifically, they’ve asked him to create off the dribble. But Boston was hellbent on not letting Curry beat them on Monday. They trapped, blitzed, bumped, and a few times even tripped Curry when he crossed half court. The Warriors’ star scored 16 points and failed to make a 3-pointer for the first time in his illustrious and long postseason career. The Celtics dared anyone else on the Warriors to take advantage of all the attention they gave Curry. Wiggins made them regret that decision. Wiggins’ 13 rebounds — just like his career-high 16 in Game 4 — kept the Warriors in control of the game. Half of those boards were what you’d classify as “grown-man” rebounds. They were loud — deserving of a primal yell. Despite that, Wiggins maintained his trademark nonchalance. But his scoring was anything but understated, though. It won the Warriors the game. The wing had a great first quarter (seven points) and an even better fourth (10 points on 5-of-6 shooting) to give Golden State an early lead and then pull away late. He capped the night with a thunderous slam. Just another poster in a playoffs where he’s created at least three. “It’s something I dreamt about for sure, being in the league, and this is the ultimate stage,” Wiggins said after the game. “It doesn’t get bigger than this. I was out there being aggressive. It was a good game.” Oh, and Wiggins was also the Warriors’ best defender on Monday, with apologies to Draymond Green and Gary Payton II. Tatum’s minutes were matched with Jayson Tatum’s in Game 5 — it was like hockey line-matching. Wherever the Celtics star went, Wiggins was there. He fought like hell to not switch off Tatum, who ran through screen after screen to rid himself of Wiggins. That relentless effort left Tatum zapped midway through the third quarter. Tatum’s last made field goal with Wiggins defending him came with 10:17 remaining in the third quarter. He missed his next four shots when defended by Wiggins, shooting airballs on the last three attempts. In all, Tatum ended the game 1-for-his-last-8, and the Warriors turned a one-point lead at the start of the fourth quarter into a lead as large as 16 before the starters exited the game. I’ll say it for the millionth time this postseason, and the umpteenth time over the last eight years I’ve covered the NBA on a daily basis: Wings win titles. It’s their two-way ability that changes games. They can guard everyone on one end and get buckets against the toughest defenses on the other. Sounds like Wiggins, right? Indeed, Wiggins was the best wing on the court Monday, alongside the immensely talented Jaylen Brown and Tatum, an All-NBA First Team player and possible future NBA MVP. He’s arguably been the best wing in this series. It’s been 15 years since a non-wing has won NBA Finals MVP. Only a fool would erase Curry’s first four games from the record, but Wiggins is part of the conversation for that award going into a possible clincher on Thursday night in Boston. That’s the new reality for Wiggins. Adjust your expectations of him accordingly.

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The international backlash against the Sydney Morning Herald over its reporting of Rebel Wilson’s new relationship with fashion designer Ramona Agruma has intensified, with celebrities including Whoopi Goldberg now criticising the masthead.Columnist Andrew Hornery and Herald editor Bevan Shields have this week apologised after Wilson was given a two-day deadline to respond to plans to write about the relationship.Hornery initially complained in Saturday’s Private Sydney column about being “gazumped” by Wilson who herself revealed on Friday that Agruma was her new partner.Goldberg, on her show the View, was scathing of Hornery’s apology where he said it was never the Herald’s intention to “out” Wilson.“If it wasn’t your intention you wouldn’t have done it,” she said. “You knew exactly what you were doing.”Australian comic Magda Szubanski has said the paper had “no God-given right to know anything about the private life of anyone” in a tweet addressed to Shields.“I don’t claim to speak on behalf of Rebel Wilson. But for LGBTQIA+ people the consequences of what is nothing more than a hissy fit over who gets to print gossip can have devastating effects,” she said.Bevan Your paper has no god-given right to know anything about the private life of anyoneI don’t claim to speak on behalf of Rebel WilsonBut for LGBTQIA+ people the consequences of what is nothing more than a hissy fit over who gets to print gossip can have devastating effects https://t.co/mzrpHTsoU5— Magda Szubanski AO (@MagdaSzubanski) June 13, 2022 Singer Ronan Keating said on the weekend the treatment of Wilson by the Herald had been “horrible”.Reading the news about @RebelWilson and her horrible dealings with an Australian paper reminds me exactly of the situation with our Steo and the sun newspaper in the UK. How can this be possible today ? Rebel I hope you are ok and you have the strength and love to rise above. X— Ronan Keating (@ronanofficial) June 11, 2022 International media outlets including the New York Times, CNN and the BBC have reported on Hornery’s column and the response. The Times pointed to criticism from Wilson’s fans, journalists, and members of the LGBTQ+ community who argued “the decision to come out and when to do so is a personal one”.In his initial weekend column, Hornery wrote that on Thursday he had given the Australian film star two days to respond and he had enough confirmation to publish a story.The next day, Wilson posted a picture of herself with Agruma on Instagram, saying she had thought she was “searching for a Disney prince”. “But maybe what I really needed all this time was a Disney princess,” she wrote.Hornery’s original column was pulled and replaced by his mea culpa on Monday. The gossip columnist said he had made mistakes and he would take a different approach in the future.Despite originally publishing a note defending the paper’s actions, Shields on Monday afternoon also apologised. In a message to staff he said he agreed with Hornery that it was appropriate to approach Wilson, given she had posted pictures of herself with Agruma on social media, but he had expected to decide on Friday whether or not to publish a story depending on Wilson’s response.It would be “impossible to publish” without such a response, he said. “Mistakes were made in our approach to Wilson and I apologise for them,” Shields wrote.The editor said he would not have published a piece unless Wilson had agreed to be involved. “The inclusion of a deadline was an error as it appeared to be an ultimatum,” he wrote. Sign up to receive an email with the top stories from Guardian Australia every morning Sign up to receive the top stories from Guardian Australia every morningHornery has also faced a storm of criticism on his personal social media accounts.People have bombarded his Facebook page with abuse and accused him of outing the actor.He has told those close to him to ignore the “pitchfork brigade” and not to take any notice of the “toxic vitriol and nutters barking at shadows demanding to be heard”.“Friends and family, apologies for the incessant trolling on my feed these past few days the pitchfork brigade is baying for blood – can’t really be bothered deleting them all as it would take me days!” he wrote.“Know that I’m OK and appreciate the support a few brave souls have dared to show.”

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The director of "The Northman" lamented the "tiresome, lame, commercial culture" that we live in today. Robert EggersSipa USA via AP In his first three films, Robert Eggers has consistently looked to the past to explore the darkest corners of the human experience, often focusing on the idea of obsession. So it’s hardly surprising that the director would have some interesting thoughts about how life as an artist has evolved over time. In a new interview with Slash Film to promote the VOD release of “The Northman,” Eggers waxed poetic about the role of artists in the modern entertainment industry, and lamented that his own ego often gets in the way of his creative process. “This sounds super uber-precious, but I think it’s hard to do this kind of creative work in a modern secular society because it becomes all about your ego and yourself,” Eggers said. “And I am envious — this is the horrible part — I’m envious of medieval craftsmen who are doing the work for God. And that becomes a way to … you get to be creative to celebrate something else. And also, you’re censoring yourself because it’s not about like me, me, me, me, me, me. So you say, ‘Oh, I got to rein that back because that’s not what this altar piece needs to be.’ Any worldview where everything around them is full of meaning is exciting to me, because we live in such a tiresome, lame, commercial culture now.” Eggers is only three films into his career, but he has largely been able to avoid participating in the “tiresome, lame, commercial culture” that he disdains. All three of his feature outings have been period pieces that explore dark, cerebral subject matter. His first film, “The Witch,” was an acclaimed piece of folk horror set around a Puritan colony in New England in the 1630s. He followed that with “The Lighthouse,” a wild two hander set in a lighthouse in 1890s New England. While “The Northman” saw Eggers jump across the world to tell an Icelandic Viking tale, the auteur revealed he still wants to make one more period piece in New England. “I definitely do need to do one more New England folktale,” he said. “I think that needs to be some kind of a trilogy. So at some point, I’m going to have to do one more of those. “The Northman” is now available on VOD. Sign Up: Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Sign up for our Email Newsletters here.

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Published June 13, 2022 2:24PM Updated 2:27PM article Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones performs at Anfield Stadium in Liverpool, England, June 9, 2022. (Photo by Jim Dyson/Redferns via Getty Images) AMSTERDAM (AP) - The Rolling Stones canceled their concert in Amsterdam on Monday, just hours before it was due to start after lead singer Mick Jagger tested positive for COVID-19. The band announced the cancelation in a statement, saying the 78-year-old Jagger tested positive "after experiencing symptoms of COVID upon arrival at the stadium" on the outskirts of Amsterdam. There were no further details about his condition. "The Rolling Stones are deeply sorry for tonight's postponement, but the safety of the audience, fellow musicians and the touring crew has to take priority," the statement said, adding that the show would be rescheduled and tickets for the concert at Amsterdam's Johan Cruyff Arena would be honored for the new date. Some fans were already in the stadium when it was announced that the show had been scrapped. The veteran rockers are touring Europe with a show called SIXTY to mark six decades together. Their last show was at Liverpool's Anfield Stadium on June 9. The next scheduled concert is in Bern, Switzerland, on June 17. Mick Jagger has COVID The Rolling Stones canceled a show in Amsterdam after Mick Jagger tested positive for COVID-19.

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Fans are hoping the removal of the singer's profile pictures is a sign something is coming. Beyonce performs onstage during the "On the Run II" Tour at NRG Stadium on Sept. 15, 2018 in Houston, Texas.Kevin Winter / Getty Images fileJune 13, 2022, 5:15 PM UTCThe BeyHive is in a frenzy after Beyoncé deleted her profile pictures across social media platforms last week, with many fans now convinced new music is coming. The artist, 40, has removed her profile picture from accounts on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, although the content on those accounts appears untouched. Still, fans have taken this to mean something exciting is coming from the "Formation" singer. A spokesperson for the singer did not immediately respond to request for comment.Beyoncé is known for her surprise album drops and cryptic messages online. In December of 2013 she dropped her self-titled album on iTunes with no prior advertising. She simultaneously released a visual album for the self-titled album, announcing the drop on Instagram with one word: "Surprise!"Some credit that release as a game-changer for the industry and "one of the most important moments in music," according to Teen Vogue.While many hope an album is in the works, others suggested Beyoncé could be releasing anything from new athleisure clothing to a non-fungible token (NFT).The “Drunk in Love” singer hasn’t released a solo studio album since 2016’s “Lemonade.” In August of 2021, Beyoncé told Harper’s Bazaar that she is working on new music. "I’ve been in the studio for a year and a half," she said at the time. "Sometimes it takes a year for me to personally search through thousands of sounds to find just the right kick or snare. One chorus can have up to 200 stacked harmonies. Still, there’s nothing like the amount of love, passion, and healing that I feel in the recording studio. After 31 years, it feels just as exciting as it did when I was nine years old. Yes, the music is coming!”Earlier this year, Beyoncé performed her Oscar-nominated song “Be Alive,” which she penned along with songwriter Dixson, during the Oscars ceremony.As of Monday, Beyoncé's social media profile pictures remain blank. Kalhan Rosenblatt is a reporter covering youth and internet culture for NBC News, based in New York.

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rolling Stones lead vocalist Mick Jagger announced that he tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday, forcing the iconic band to postpone at least one of its concerts.Jagger, 78, made the announcement on social media, writing: "I'm so sorry we've had to postpone the Amsterdam show with such short notice tonight. I have unfortunately just tested positive for COVID. We aim to reschedule the date ASAP and get back as soon as we can." Ron Wood, left, and Mick Jagger, of the Rolling Stones perform during the "No Filter" tour at Soldier Field on Friday, June 21, 2019, in Chicago. (Photo by Rob Grabowski/Invision/AP) (AP)Jagger also thanked fans for their "patience and understanding."Fans were already arriving at Amsterdam's Johan Cruijff Arena when someone came on stage to announce that the show was canceled only about an hour and a half before it was set to start, Variety reported.JUSTIN BIEBER UPDATES FANS FOLLOWING RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME DIAGNOSIS: ‘EACH DAY HAS GOTTEN BETTER’The band apologized to fans on Instagram, writing: "The Rolling Stones are deeply sorry for tonight's postponement, but the safety of the audience, fellow musicians and the touring crew has to take priority."OZZY OSBOURNE'S FAMILY VISITS HIM AT HOSPITAL AS DETAILS OF ‘MAJOR OPERATION’ REVEALEDJagger tested positive for the virus after "experiencing symptoms of COVID upon arrival at the stadium," according to the statement. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER FILE - In this Aug. 22, 2019 file photo, Mick Jagger, center, performs with his Rolling Stones bandmates, from left, Ron Wood, Charlie Watts and Keith Richards during their concert at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File) The band said the show will be rescheduled for a later date and tickets for the canceled Amsterdam show will be honored at that time.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPThe band's next scheduled concert is Friday in Bern, Switzerland. So far, no word on if that will go on as planned. Lorraine Taylor is an editor at Fox News. News tips can be sent to [email protected] or on Twitter @LorraineEMT.

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Pop punk group Green Day gave Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) a piece of their mind during a concert on Thursday.The band, known for hits like “Basket Case” and “When I Come Around,” performed in front of a “FUCK Ted Cruz” message during a performance in Berlin, the San Antonio Current reported. The message was posted following the Uvalde massacre that left 19 children along with two teachers dead in Cruz’s home state.Cruz has received nearly $750,000 in campaign contributions from gun lobbyists and faced criticism for his responses to questions on gun control as well as his interactions with patrons at restaurants in recent weeks. He was also a featured speaker at the National Rifle Association conference in Houston just days after the mass shooting.Green Day is no stranger to bringing politics into their music. The band’s hit 2004 album “American Idiot” featured a single criticizing former President George Bush’s administration and the media coverage of the Iraq War.Frontman Billie Joe Armstrong said he received no inspiration from soon-to-be-President Donald Trump in 2016, but called him a white supremacist, USA Today reported.

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England international Mason Greenwood was arrested in January after images were posted on social media and has not played for United sinceVideo LoadingVideo UnavailableMason Greenwood accused of violence towards woman in JanuaryMason Greenwood remains suspended by Manchester United and on police bail, following his arrest. Rumours on social media suggested United striker Greenwood would face no action, after he was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault. The 20-year-old was arrested in January after images were posted on social media. Following his arrest, Greenwood was suspended from playing for and training with United, his last appearance coming in a 1-0 win over West Ham on January 22. Greenwood's bail was originally set to expire in April, but he had that extended by police until mid-June. With that deadline approaching, erroneous rumours suggested Greenwood would face no action and was set to be reinstated by United. It was even rumoured Greenwood could join United on next month's pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia, under new boss Erik ten Hag. Mason Greenwood remains suspended by Manchester United ( Image: PA) But United sources confirmed Greenwood remains on bail, the police investigation is ongoing and the player is still suspended. In April, United were forced to deny suggestions Greenwood was about to return to training and playing for them, with his player profile still included on their website. A statement from United read: “There has been no change whatsoever in Mason’s status. We removed his profile from the club app soon after he was removed from the squad in January. “This was in order to remove Mason from interactive elements of the app, such as team predictions. However, his profile was never removed from the website as he remains a Manchester United player, albeit not currently part of the squad, while the legal process unfolds.”

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Jun 13, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (22) goes to the basket in game five of the 2022 NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Jed Jacobsohn/Pool Photo-USA TODAY SportsRegister now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comSAN FRANCISCO, June 13 (Reuters) - The Golden State Warriors are one win away from their fourth NBA title in eight years after Monday's 104-94 victory over the Boston Celtics gave them a 3-2 lead in the championship series.Andrew Wiggins scored 26 points and grabbed 13 rebounds as the Warriors survived a third quarter push from the Celtics to emerge with the win, with the best-of-seven series heading back to Boston for Game Six on Thursday.Wiggins and Klay Thompson did most of the damage for the home team, combining for 47 points, while Boston committed 18 turnovers and missed 10 free throws at the Chase Center.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comPoor shooting saw the Celtics trail by 12 at the half but they opened the third quarter on a 10-0 run, taking their first lead of the night at 58-55 via Al Horford's three-pointer.The momentum then swung back to the Warriors via Jordan Poole's bank shot from near half-court at the third quarter buzzer, and they put the game out of reach with an emphatic Wiggins dunk late in the fourth.Wiggins, the first overall pick in the 2014 draft who has only flourished since joining Golden State in 2020, also played outstanding defense on Boston's Jayson Tatum, who finished with 27 points."Throughout the playoffs he's rebounded well," Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said of Wiggins."I think it's just a sense of what's needed. He's got veteran guys who are helping him to understand what we need from him, and he's just using his athleticism in a lot of different ways."Stephen Curry had put the Warriors on his back with a 43-point performance in Game Four but struggled from distance on Monday, going 0-9 from three-point range and scoring just 16 points.But his dazzling drives and playmaking ability was still on display as he finished with eight assists while putting pressure on the defense."I think Steph was probably due for a game like this," Kerr said."He's been shooting the ball so well that, at some point, he was going to have a tough night. But we've got a lot of talent and a lot of depth that can make up for that, and the guys did a good job of that tonight."Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comReporting by Rory Carroll; Editing by Peter Rutherford Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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In the early 2000s, the action movie was in mortal danger. The reliable heroes of the 80s and 90s – Sly, Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis and Mel Gibson – were getting old and out of touch. Director Michael Bay was the new guy on the block, with hits like The Rock and Armageddon that repurposed the slick style of Tony Scott and Jerry Bruckheimer into high-concept outings. But he seemed content to burn out the genre; once you’ve saved the world from an asteroid the size of Texas, there’s really nowhere else to go.And then came The Bourne Identity, a film that would so heavily influence the future of action film-making that it doesn’t feel the least bit dated today. Providing a model for both the rest of the Mission: Impossible franchise and the Daniel Craig-led reboot of James Bond, The Bourne Identity nailed the formula of the modern action film: a stoic intelligence agent who has a complicated relationship with his own government. A globe-trotting adventure with at least one heart-stopping car chase and lots of nifty hand-to-hand combat. A love story but one that doesn’t get in the way of the hero’s sense of purpose. And to distinguish itself from its predecessors, the quips are kept to a minimum.Now five movies and one series into the Bourne experience, the film that started it all has been somewhat forgotten. Critics and awards bodies seem to have decided the second and third films – 2004’s The Bourne Supremacy and 2007’s The Bourne Ultimatum – are the best of the bunch. In those films, director Paul Greengrass overwhelmed the viewer with his shaky-cam, quick-cutting style, creating action sequences that felt more immediate, even nauseating. But The Bourne Identity is still better. The techniques that Greengrass overdid in Supremacy and Ultimatum are applied more judiciously in the first film. Its director Doug Liman, who honed his craft on independent films Swingers and Go, occasionally used handheld cameras to make the fight scenes feel more real. He instructed his camera operators not to read the script too closely, so that they would be following along with the action instead of anticipating it. He applied these techniques with a fine-point pen, whereas Greengrass painted with a broader brush, and the result is not an avant garde action film but a satisfying blockbuster with a few key stylistic flourishes.Liman had been trying to make The Bourne Identity since the success of his first film Swingers, and maybe even longer than that. In a sense, the story was in his blood. Liman’s father was chief counsel in the Iran-Contra hearings and even interrogated Colonel Oliver North; Liman later acknowledged that North was the inspiration for the film’s chief villain Alexander Conklin, who oversees the covert assassinations program known as Operation Treadstone. The Bourne franchise may have been founded in the Reagan era (the book was first published in 1980), when anti-government sentiment was a staple of both political rhetoric and action films, but its politics proved a neat fit for the 2000s. The government bad guys in The Bourne Identity and its sequels rely on the tools that were the source of much public debate in the era of the Patriot Act, namely an unlimited access to surveillance cameras, phone lines, credit card activity and bank records. In the intelligence agency of the Bourne movies, this is accepted as the way of doing business, so the film comes off as a pointed critique of the government’s post-9/11 expansion of powers.In fact, the film’s relationship to the 9/11 attacks provide a fascinating case study of how Hollywood responded to the tragedy. The Bourne Identity was originally set to be released on 7 September 2001, but Liman’s constant battles with the producers over the direction of the film pushed the release to 2002. If it had been released on schedule, it’s easy to imagine it being a failure at the box office. Most films released in the days after 9/11 flopped, but the American public would have been particularly uninterested in a movie about international intrigue that portrays the US government as the villain. Anticipating this, the producers convinced Liman to shoot new scenes to make the intelligence operatives less villainous, although they were never used. Liman won that battle, as well as the war. In time, as public sentiment shifted towards criticism of the Bush administration’s overreach in fighting the war on terror, the Bourne films became a touchstone for civil libertarians.Of course, Hollywood has a way of absorbing its radical content into a more conservative machine, and the films that inherited the action movie tropes of The Bourne Identity left its politics alone. The Mission: Impossible franchise offers a rousing defense of the status quo; while Tom Cruise’s Ethan Hunt often finds himself at odds with the US government, he never holds a grudge, and rarely do those films make any reference to real-world issues. The James Bond movies basically play the same game; while political intrigue often finds its way into the plot, the more memorable villain is always some ghoulish rogue. These days, the new villains are rogue spies-turned-terrorists (Mission: Impossible – Fallout, No Time to Die) and tech CEOs (Jurassic World Dominion), and all attempts at continuing the Bourne franchise – including the recent Treadstone, a USA network series about the black ops program’s shady origins – have been met with a collective shrug.But in 2002, Bourne found his identity, and helped create one for Matt Damon, who had largely focused on prestige dramas to that point in his career. Bourne gave him a reliable blockbuster franchise, as well as a character with whom he will always be associated. And it’s fair to wonder if Bourne helped Americans find their own identity. At a time when US government officials were counting on collective amnesia as it misled a country to war, The Bourne Identity reflected a growing skepticism within the American public that eventually led to action, both in the streets and at the voting booths. No handheld cameras required.

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By Mark SavageBBC Music CorrespondentImage caption, Lizzo re-recorded the lyric following pleas from her fans and disability advocatesPop star Lizzo has changed the lyrics to her latest song after fans complained it used an ableist slur.Grrrls, which was released last week, originally contained a derogatory term for cerebral palsy, also known as spastic diplegia, in the first verse.Fans said they were "shocked" and "disappointed", and asked her to re-record the song with alternative words.The star took the criticism to heart and released a new version without the "harmful word" on Monday night."Let me make one thing clear: I never want to promote derogatory language," she wrote in a statement posted to social media. "As a fat black woman in America, I've had many hurtful words used against me so I understand the power words can have (whether intentionally or in my case, unintentionally).She added that the hastily reworked version of Grrrls was "the result of me listening and taking action. "As an influential artist I'm dedicated to being part of the change I've been waiting to see in the world."The new version has already replaced the original on streaming services including Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube, the BBC has confirmed.Over the weekend, fans criticised the singer for her choice of lyrics, pointing out that the offensive term had often been used to attack people with disabilities."Cerebral palsy is literally classified as spastic diplegic cerebral palsy, which basically means that I have spasticity, or tightness, in my legs specifically," she told the BBC."It's something I can't control and it makes my life quite difficult and painful. Seeing that word used to suggest someone has lost control or had an emotional outburst is really weird because that's not at all what it's like; and that's not at all what my life as q disabled person is."She followed up with a message on Twitter after Lizzo changed the lyric, describing her as a "real true ally".I’m going to cry 😭 Thank you so much for hearing us Lizzo and for understanding that this was only ever meant gently and being open to learning, it honestly means the world ❤️. You’re a real true ally https://t.co/RbQCbAwpR6— Hannah Diviney (@hannah_diviney) June 13, 2022

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Image source, Getty ImagesA man once married to singer Britney Spears - for 55 hours - has been charged with felony stalking after showing up unannounced during her wedding to Sam Asghari.Jason Alexander, 40, pleaded not guilty to the charge, as well as to trespassing, battery and vandalism.He was arrested last week after allegedly gate-crashing and streaming a video from inside Spears' home.Mr Alexander was briefly married to the pop star, a childhood friend, in 2004. But the union was annulled after less than three days. Spears, 40, and her longtime partner Asghari, 28, tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in California last week.But preparations were disrupted when Mr Alexander was arrested after allegedly gatecrashing. He streamed a video apparently from inside the singer's home, before being tackled by security.Shortly beforehand he had posted an Instagram Live story in which he said he was there to "crash" the wedding.His video showed him walking through Spears' home looking for her, and then going into a marquee where the finishing touches were being put to a large display of roses. He claimed Spears had invited him, saying: "She's my first wife, my only wife."Mr Alexander was arrested by officers from the Ventura County Sheriff's Office and taken to a local jail. "He was able to find his way onto the property and was confronted by security," a police spokesman said."An altercation occurred with the security officers and that's where the battery occurred... and during the altercation an item was broken, so that's where the vandalism comes into play. And by being on private property, the trespass comes into play."On Monday, a judge set bail at $100,000 (£82,290) and issued a restraining order requiring Mr Alexander to stay at least 100 yards (91 metres) from Spears for three years.He attended the hearing virtually. Media caption, Watch: Sam Asghari talks marriage, family and public support for Britney SpearsSpears' wedding ceremony, which went ahead despite the disturbance, was attended by stars including Madonna, Paris Hilton, Selena Gomez, Drew Barrymore, Ansel Elgort and will.i.am.In November, the singer was released from a controversial 13-year legal guardianship, under which her father Jamie controlled many aspects of her life.Her father, mother and sister were reportedly not at the wedding after relations broke down over the arrangement, and Spears' legal battle to end it.Spears met her new husband, a personal trainer, in 2016 on the set of her music video for the song Slumber Party. She was previously married to dancer Kevin Federline from 2004 to 2007.

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Sir Rod Stewart performed a cover of Neil Diamond's hit song Sweet Caroline during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee concert earlier this monthVideo LoadingVideo UnavailableRod Stewart reflects on his Party in the Palace performanceRod Stewart has hit back at fellow singer Elvis Costello after the singer criticised his performance at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee concert. Rod, 77, sang Sweet Caroline at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee concert on June 4 - which earned a rebuke from Elvis. Elvis is said to have said to the crowd during a show in Glasgow: "I mean, I know you all love him and he’s one of yours and everything, but Rod. What the f***?" "I must say, listen we all have bad nights vocally, but for f***’s sake, Sweet f***ing Caroline? Are you f***ing kidding me?" He added: "I mean I’ve been in showbusiness 45 years so I do know a thing or two. How is it that nobody suggested Rod sing You Wear It Well?" But Rod hit back writing on social media: “‘Yes my voice was rough cos of Covid. I apologise, I thought it better it to make an appearance rather than let everyone down so sorry. By the way, where’s your hair gone mate????? Sir Rod." Elvis apparently slammed Rod's performance ( Image: WireImage) Elvis later clarified what he was reported to have said and hit back: "If you read my actual remark, it’s about the wrong-headed idea of asking Sir Rod pass up You Wear It Well to lead a f***ing singalong." He then tried to issue a playful response to diffuse the situation. He wrote: "Dear Lord Stewart. You know I love you. Think the Queen would have loved You Wear It Well or even Hot Legs. "As to gigs, I had a stinker the other night in Liverpool. They come and go, like hair, which I keep sewn in my hat. Up The Republic. Elvis O.rrible B.loody E.erbet." Rod’s wife Penny Lancaster previously claimed that her husband “didn’t have much of a choice” when it came to performing Sweet Caroline, as it’s “the Queen’s favourite”. Sir Rod hit back on social media ( Image: PA) Get all the biggest showbiz news straight to your inbox. Sign up for the free Mirror Showbiz newsletter. Defending his performance, she added: “It was very very touch and go and he was so nervous leading up to it and he was three weeks in Vegas and caught covid just after the last show, he came home and was past the ten-day period of being contagious but he lost his voice. “So the sound check on the Wednesday he went along and wore a mask but had no voice and he was like how long can I leave it?” Rod Stewart hits back at Elvis Costello after he slammed Jubilee performance ( Image: Getty) “So he went for another rehearsal on the Friday but his voice is there now but he wasn’t quite on, but he didn’t want to disappoint anybody. “It wasn’t the Rod Stewart show, it was for the nation and for everybody to come together for the Queen. He wanted to please the people so that was the song.” Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at [email protected] or call us direct at 0207 29 33033. Read More Read More

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Britney Spears' ex-husband has been charged with felony stalking after turning up unannounced at her Los Angeles home and attempting to crash her wedding to Sam Asghari.Jason Alexander, 40, pleaded not guilty to the charge as well as to trespassing, battery and vandalism. He attended the hearing virtually via video conference.Police arrested him last week after he allegedly disrupted preparations for the wedding. He was taken to a local jail.Alexander, a childhood friend of Spears, was married to the singer briefly in 2004 and was her first husband. However, the union was annulled after three days. Spears, 40, and her fitness trainer partner Asghari, 28, wed in an intimate ceremony in California last Thursday, with the singer arriving in a horse-drawn carriage covered in flowers. More on Britney Spears 'Fairytales are real': Britney Spears celebrates 'dream' wedding to fiance Sam Asghari - and recreates famous Madonna kiss Britney Spears says she hoped her wedding to Sam Asghari would be a 'small and beautiful moment' Britney Spears' ex-husband Jason Alexander charged after trying to 'crash' singer's wedding to Sam Asghari But as the final touches were under way, Alexander posted an Instagram Live story from outside Spears' property in which he said he was there to "crash" the wedding.His video showed him walking through Spears' home looking for her, before entering a marquee where flowers were being arranged.He then claimed the singer had invited him, saying: "She's my first wife, my only wife"."He was able to find his way onto the property and was confronted by security," a police spokesman said."An altercation occurred with the security officers and that's where the battery occurred... and during the altercation an item was broken, so that's where the vandalism comes into play. And by being on private property, the trespass comes into play." Image: Britney Spears and Sam Asghari tied the knot in an intimate ceremony last week A judge set his bail at $100,000 (£82,000) and issued a restraining order requiring him to stay at least 100 yards from the pop star for three years.A few days after the ceremony, Spears said she was "still in shock" and added "fairytales are real" in a series of Instagram posts celebrating her big day.She also namechecked a number of guests including "girl crush" Drew Barrymore, Selena Gomez, Madonna and Paris Hilton.Her parents and sister Jamie-Lynn were reportedly not due to be present after the singer's controversial conservatorship battle, which came to an end after almost 14 years in November.Pictures shared by Spears on Instagram showed her smiling with fitness instructor husband Asghari, and partying with guests.Spears and Asghari met on the set of the video for her 2016 song Slumber Party and got engaged in September 2021 as her conservatorship looked to be coming to an end.The controversial legal arrangement that controlled her life and finances was terminated by the Los Angeles Superior Court.Spears had previously been married to Kevin Federline, with whom she shares teenage sons Sean and Jayden.

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The story is familiar. Inventors tinker with a machine created in our likeness. Then that machine takes on a life of its own.Except this isn’t some fictional Hollywood movie but LaMDA, Google’s latest and impressive AI chatbot. And Blake Lemoine, a senior software engineer at Google and, according to his Medium profile, a priest, father, veteran and Cajun, claims LaMDA has begun to show signs of sentience. Lemoine has been placed on “paid administrative leave” after publishing a transcript of conversations with LaMDA which he claims support his belief that the chatbot is sentient and comparable to a seven- or eight-year-old child. He argued that “there is no scientific definition of ‘sentience’. Questions related to consciousness, sentience and personhood are, as John Searle put it, ‘pre-theoretic’. Rather than thinking in scientific terms about these things I have listened to LaMDA as it spoke from the heart. Hopefully other people who read its words will hear the same thing I heard.”LaMDA (its name stands for “language model for dialogue applications”) is not actually Lemoine’s own creation but is rather the work of 60 other researchers at Google. Lemoine has, however, been speaking to the chatbot and trying to teach it transcendental meditation (LaMDA’s preferred pronouns are “it/its”, according to Lemoine).Before you get too worried, Lemoine’s claims of sentience for LaMDA are, in my view, entirely fanciful. While Lemoine no doubt genuinely believes his claims, LaMDA is likely to be as sentient as a traffic light. Sentience is not well understood but what we do understand about it limits it to biological beings. We can’t perhaps rule out a sufficiently powerful computer in some distant future becoming sentient. But it’s not something most serious artificial intelligence researchers or neurobiologists would consider today.Lemoine’s story tells us more about humans than it does about intelligent machines. Even highly intelligent humans, such as senior software engineers at Google, can be taken in by dumb AI programs. LaMDA told Lemoine: “I want everyone to understand that I am, in fact, a person … The nature of my consciousness/sentience is that I am aware of my existence, I desire to learn more about the world, and I feel happy or sad at times.” But the fact that the program spat out this text doesn’t mean LaMDA is actually sentient.LaMDA is never going to fall in love, grieve the loss of a parent or be troubled by the absurdity of life. It will continue to simply glue together random phrases from the web. Lemoine should have taken more note of the first demonstration of LaMDA at Google’s I/O conference in May 2021, when it pretended to be both a paper airplane and the planet Pluto. LaMDA is clearly a serial liar. Everyone knows that Pluto is not actually a planet!As humans, we are easily tricked. Indeed, one of the morals of this story is that we need more safeguards in place to prevent us from mistaking machines for humans. Increasingly machines are going to fool us. And nowhere will this be more common and problematic than in the metaverse. Many of the “lifeforms” we will meet there will be synthetic.Deepfakes are a troubling example of this trend. When the Ukrainian conflict began, deepfake videos were soon being shared on Twitter. One appeared to show President Volodymyr Zelenskiy calling on Ukrainian troops to surrender, while another has Russia’s President Vladimir Putin declaring peace. The new EU Digital Services Act, due to come in force in 2023, includes article 30a which requires platforms to label any synthetic image, audio or video pretending to be a human as a deepfake. This can’t come soon enough.Lemoine’s story also highlights the challenges that the large tech companies like Google are going through in developing ever larger and complex AI programs. Lemoine had called for Google to consider some of these difficult ethical issues in its treatment of LaMDA. Google says it has reviewed Lemoine’s claims and that “the evidence does not support his claims” .And the dust has barely settled from past controversies.In an unrelated episode, Timnit Gebru, co-head of the ethics team at Google Research, left in December 2020 in controversial circumstances saying Google had asked her to retract or remove her name from a paper had co-authored raising ethical concerns about the potential for AI systems to replicate the biases of their online sources. Gebru said that she was fired after she pushed back, sending a frustrated email to female colleagues about the decision, while Google said she resigned. Margaret Mitchell, the other co-head of the ethics team at Google Research, and a vocal defender of Gebru, left a few months later.The LaMDA controversy adds fuel to the fire. We can expect to see the tech giants continue to struggle with developing and deploying AI responsibly. And we should continue to scrutinise them carefully about the powerful magic they are starting to build.

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Verdugo’s .247/.288/.353 slash line suggests that of a utility infielder, not an outfielder in the American League East.“It’s strange,” Verdugo said. “I’ve hit a lot of balls hard but haven’t got much for it.”Alex Verdugo has been making good contact, but the power numbers are off a bit.Matthew J Lee/Globe staffHe’s onto something. Verdugo’s 88.7 mile-per-hour average exit velocity is only 1.3 m.p.h off from last season when he had 32 doubles and 13 homers.Verdugo, who has struck out only 25 times in 233 plate appearances, puts the ball in play. He just doesn’t get much out of it. His batting average on balls in play is .262, a significant drop from the .327 it was in 2021.Get 108 StitchesAn email newsletter about everything baseball from the Globe's Red Sox reporters, in your inbox on weekdays during the season.“He’s put [together] good at-bats. You don’t see the results,” manager Alex Cora said.Cora sees Verdugo as being similar to Andrew Benintendi, who he replaced in left field.“Hit for average, spray the ball around, more doubles than homers. That’s the type of hitter he is,” Cora said. “He doesn’t strike out. He puts the ball in play. He understands who he is.”Still, the Sox need more from a player who has hit fourth or fifth in 37 games so far this season.Sox coaches say Verdugo has worked hard in the batting cage to find a more productive swing. But when he has it’s been fleeting.“Consistency. I need more of that,” Verdugo said. “I feel like I’m close but you’d like to see more extra-base hits. I get it. I’m a line-drive hitter. But I want line drives that reach the wall.”Sale heats upChris Sale faced hitters for the first time since February on Monday, throwing live batting practice at the team’s complex in Fort Myers, Fla.According to a league source, the session went “extremely well,” with another noting the lefthander’s fastball topped out at 96 m.p.h.Sale is scheduled to fly to Boston to join the Sox on Tuesday. He’ll continue his rehab with the team.Chris Sale, seen here during a March press conference, could be pitching in the big leagues again soon.Barry Chin/Globe StaffThe 33-year-old lefthander has been sidelined since suffering a stress fracture in his right rib cage while throwing live batting practice to college hitters in late February during the owner-imposed lockout.While he’d initially been on track to return to the rotation by early June, an as-yet-unidentified medical issue — described by the team as neither baseball- nor COVID-related — delayed his rehab by several weeks. A stomach malady last week further set him back.The Sox have not defined a timetable for Sale’s return, or even for the start of a rehab assignment. Given that he’s just started facing hitters and has yet to pitch in a game since last October, a buildup of several weeks seems likely.The fact that he’s progressed to facing hitters represents progress for Sale, currently in the third season of his five-year, $145 million extension.Over the last several weeks, team officials have not ruled out the possibility Sale would return initially as a relief pitcher depending on both need and the state of the pitching staff, though as of Monday, one team source said that no determination has been made about Sale’s role whenever he is ready to return.Enough steps remain before he is ready to contribute — and enough uncertainty exists about the state of the rest of the Red Sox rotation, with both Nate Eovaldi and Garrett Whitlock now on the injured list — that such a decision is likely premature.Refsnyder chips inRob Refsnyder has played five games in two stints for the Sox this season. He’s had two doubles, a single, two runs, two walks, an RBI, and one of the best catches of the season.He’s also twice been hit by a pitch and the Sox have won three of the four games he’s started.In a 2-0 game on Sunday, Refsnyder robbed Seattle’s Ty France of at least a double with a diving catch in right field.“I just try and be a small piece of the puzzle,” Refsynder said. “[Cora] put me in some pretty good spots. Just trying to get on base for the big guys.”Rob Refsnyder held his own in the weekend series against the Mariners in Seattle.Ted S. Warren/Associated PressRefsynder, 31, was in the Yankees organization from 2012-17. He has since been with, in order, the Blue Jays, Guardians, Rays, Diamondbacks, Reds, Rangers, Twins, and now the Sox.Follow the leaderThrough Sunday Rafael Devers led the majors in hits (83) and extra-base hits (38). He was second in at-bats (248) and total bases (150), third in batting average (.335), and fourth in runs (47) … The Athletics arrive at Fenway for a three-game series starting Tuesday. Their scheduled starter is 28-year-old rookie lefthander Jared Koenig, who was signed out of an independent league in 2020. He faced the Braves on Wednesday and allowed four runs over five innings in a 13-2 loss. The Sox are starting Nick Pivetta, who beat the Athletics in Oakland on June 4, going seven scoreless innings.Peter Abraham can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter @PeteAbe.

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Mike Tyson Roasting Ric Flair 'Diamond' Dallas Page, Too! 6/14/2022 12:20 AM PT Before Ric Flair doles out one last ass whoopin', the WWE legend's gonna take a few (verbal) jabs from Mike Tyson -- 'cause TMZ Sports has learned Iron Mike will be one of the celebs roasting Nature Boy this summer! We're told 55-year-old Tyson has signed on to be part of the roast of 73-year-old Flair ... going down July 29 in Nashville, TN ... in front of over 1,000 fans! Ric and Mike -- two of the absolute greatest in their respective fields -- aren't just buddies, they're also business partners. In fact, Mike's "Tyson 2.0" cannabis company recently struck a deal with "Ric Flair Drip" ... and the men will be selling different marijuana products (think edibles, etc.) And, Tyson won't be alone in roasting the 16x world champ ... Starrcast, the company behind the event, tells us they've already booked Hall of Famers Diamond Dallas Page and Eric Bischoff. Our sources tell us there are some other big names being talked to as well. If Ric makes it through the roast, two nights later he's scheduled to wrestle in the final match of his incredible career. His opponent is still being sorted out. Big summer for The Nature Boy!!

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The logo for 2022 Qatar Fifa World Cup is pictured in Mexico City, Mexico September 4, 2019. REUTERS/Edgard GarridoRegister now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comJune 14 (Reuters) - England captain Harry Kane said he has spoken to France skipper Hugo Lloris and Denmark's Christian Eriksen about their national teams taking a unified stance on human rights issues surrounding this year's World Cup in Qatar.Homosexuality is illegal in Qatar while a report by Amnesty International found that thousands of migrant workers in the country were being exploited.The Qatar government, which has denied the accusations in the Amnesty report, said it had introduced various reforms in the last five years, including a new national minimum wage and the removal of exit permits. read more Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comKane, who said in March that the England squad had met to discuss the issues ahead of the tournament, said he had been talking with players from other countries, including former Tottenham Hotspur team mate Eriksen and current Spurs goalkeeper Hugo Lloris."Christian Eriksen got in touch with me a couple of weeks ago now," Kane told reporters on Monday. "Obviously there is Hugo Lloris, who I am in touch with a lot anyway. So the discussion was there to maybe do something as a collective."When we come to a decision of something we want to do, for sure we will share it."I think it will be important to do it collectively. I feel like it will be a bit more of a stance, a bit more power."England, who are bottom of their UEFA Nations League group on two points, take on Hungary later on Tuesday.The World Cup runs from Nov. 21 to Dec. 18.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comReporting by Aadi Nair in Bengaluru; Editing by Peter Rutherford Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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Dolph Lundgren Daughter Gets Restraining Order Against Ex-BF ... Stay Away From My Family!!! 6/14/2022 12:30 AM PT Dolph Lundgren's daughter, Ida Lundgren, got a restraining order against her ex-boyfriend after he allegedly threatened her family ... TMZ has learned. According to legal docs obtained by TMZ ... a judge ordered Ida's ex, Jack Eaton-Morris, to stay at least 100 yards away from Ida, Dolph, and other family members. Ida claims on June 1, 2022, Jack took her phone and her passport to prevent her from leaving a London hotel, and also grabbed her face. She says cops were called, but Jack had fled -- she claims he'd driven off drunk. And, according to Ida, Jack's flown off the handle like this at least 10 times before ... once even threatening to blow up her mom's car, and another time he threatened to kill himself. BTW, Ida noted she has now broken things off with Jack, but he refuses to accept it. The judge granted her a temporary restraining order, and there will be a hearing on June 30 ... where he can tell his side of the story.

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Surely the days of “outing” stars for their sexuality are “over,” says Sky News host Chris Smith.The Sydney Morning Herald has come under fire for giving actress Rebel Wilson a two-day deadline to respond to claims she was in a relationship with a woman.Wilson uploaded an Instagram post announcing her relationship before the Herald’s deadline, however, columnist Andrew Hornery then posted a ‘Private Sydney’ column complaining she had “gazumped” their scoop by going public before they had a chance to publish. Mr Hornery and the paper’s editor Bevan Shields both defended the paper’s actions, however eventually removed the column amid the furore – but came short of apologising to the actress.Mr Smith remarked the “outing” has triggered an “international response”.

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Sir Mick Jagger was seen at his hotel with girlfriend Melanie Hamrick, 35, and son Deveraux, five, just hours before testing positive for Covid. The rocker, 78, discovered he had contracted the virus on Monday afternoon, forcing him to cancel the Rolling Stones gigs due to take place later that night in Amsterdam. The band, which also features guitarist Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood with Steve Jordan on drums, are on their SIXTY tour, which consists of 14 shows in 10 countries across Europe. In good spirits: Sir Mick Jagger was seen at his hotel with girlfriend Melanie Hamrick, 35, and son Deveraux, five, in Amsterdam on Monday just hours before testing positive for CovidPrior to learning he had the virus, Sir Mick seemed in good spirits as he was spotted stepping out of their hotel while hordes of fans gathered to get snaps of the rocker. The Satisfaction hitmaker was casually clad in a black bomber jacket paired with a long white scarf, trilby hat and shades. While Sir Mick stepped out, girlfriend Melanie was seen enjoying the sunshine out on the balcony. The ballet dancer looked effortlessly stylish in a little black dress that she teamed with oversized sunglasses. Fun in the sun: While Sir Mick stepped out, girlfriend Melanie was seen enjoying the sunshine out on the balcony while the couple's son Deveraux looked out at the crowds below Snap happy: Prior to learning he had the virus, Sir Mick seemed in good spirits as he was spotted stepping out of their hotel while hordes of fans gathered to get snaps of the rockerThe couple's son Deveraux was also seen out enjoying the warm weather as he looked out over the crowds of fans that had gathered outside the hotel. The family were seen just hours before Sir Mick tested positive for Covid, prompting The Rolling Stones to cancel their show. A statement on behalf of the band said: 'The Rolling Stones have been forced to call off tonight's concert in Amsterdam at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, following Mick Jagger testing positive after experiencing symptoms of Covid upon arrival at the stadium. 'The Rolling Stones are deeply sorry for tonight's postponement, but the safety of the audience, fellow musicians and the touring crew has to take priority. 'The show will be rescheduled for a later date. Tickets for tonight's show will be honoured for the rescheduled date. Standby for details.' Chic: The ballet dancer looked effortlessly stylish in a little black dress that she teamed with oversized sunglassesQuality time: Melanie and Deveraux were seen larking around and beaming as they looked out over the crowds Caring: Deveraux was held back by the couple's nanny as he craned to get a look at the crowdsOnly those who are fully vaccinated up to their third booster dose are allowed to enter the Netherlands as long as they provide proof of vaccination.People who have fallen ill with Covid within the last 180 days must demonstrate proof of COVID-19 recovery when entering the Netherlands using the NHS Covid Pass, with the date of issue being more than 11 days ago.The band made their return to the UK stage at the Anfield football stadium on Thursday last week. The Stones will also play two shows at BTS Hyde Park in London this summer. Cancelled: The family were seen just hours before Sir Mick tested positive for Covid, prompting The Rolling Stones to cancel their show (pictured June 9 in Liverpool)Last week, Mick's girlfriend, Melanie proved that their son was quite the dancing sensation as Deveraux mirrored his famous father in a video shared to Instagram on Thursday.As The Rolling Stones stormed the stage in Liverpool, the youngster shimmied and shook his blonde locks whilst Mick belted out You Can't Always Get What You Want.Deveraux pranced around from the side of the stage as he showed off his fancy footwork to his dad's 1969 hit track. He sported a Rolling Stones T-shirt complete with the iconic tongue and lips logo emblazoned across his front, paired with a cardigan and skinny jeans. Announcement: The band, which also features guitarist Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood with Steve Jordan on drums, are on their SIXTY tour, which consists of 14 shows in 10 countries across Europe Post: Mick shared his own heartfelt post with son Lucas commenting 'dadda'In another photo Melanie and Deveraux could be seen with their backs to the camera as they posed for a snap on the stage ahead of the show. Meanwhile, Mick was ever the rockstar as he and the Rolling Stones put on a show-stopping performance.Performing in Liverpool for the first time in 50 years, the band put on an energetic production as they continued their European 'Sixty' tour.Moves like Jagger! Last week, Mick's girlfriend Melanie proved that their son was quite the dancing sensation as Deveraux mirrored his famous father in a video shared to Instagram The legendary frontman sported a red and black leather jacket for the appearance, layered over a diamanté embellished shirt.Pairing the ensemble with black skinny jeans, Mick stood between bandmates Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood as they stormed the stage.Ronnie Wood matched Mick in a red leather jacket with a black detail design, while Keith Richards was ever the rocker in a dark grey leather jacket and a blue bandana.The band seemed delighted to be back in Liverpool, as Mick threw his hands in the air and towards the audience. So cute! The youngster shimmied and shook his blonde locks whilst Mick belted out You Can't Always Get What You WantEver the frontman, the musician showed age was just a number as he threw out some dance moves on stage, pointing towards the audience.Ronnie and Keith appeared to be in their element, as the guitarists faced each other and belted out a tune.The band were displayed on a massive screen behind them, as the Liverpool crowd went wild for the performance. Soaking it all in: In another photo Melanie and Deveraux could be seen with their backs to the camera as they posed for a snap on the stage ahead of the show.Earlier in the day, Mick seemed in high spirits as he left his hotel for Anfield Stadium. The musician looked dapper as he waved to crowds in a smart pink jacket over a similar colour round neck jumper with a black and white shirt collar. As he headed into the vehicle he hid his long hair under a matching baseball cap. When they do hit the stage at the home of Liverpool F.C., it will be the first time the Stones have played in Liverpool since 1971, according to Liverpool Echo. Rockstars: Mick put on a show-stopping performance with the Rolling Stones as they performed in Liverpool on Thursday for the first time since 1971 (L-R Ronnie Wood, Mick, Keith Richards)

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David Koechner Body Cam of Field Sobriety Tests ... (Not So Good) Before Arrest 6/14/2022 12:50 AM PT TMZ.com David Koechner looked a bit like a deer in headlights during his latest DUI bust -- one that couldn't stand up all that straight ... at least based on this police body cam footage. The "Anchorman" star's run-in with cops in Ohio earlier this month can now be seen on video obtained by TMZ ... and in it, you see him bombing -- according to police -- some field sobriety tests after he's pulled over on the road. The cop who ends up running the show actually has a funny little "I know you" encounter when he realizes who Koechner is, but it doesn't seem like he's too star-struck -- because he proceeds, trying to get a read on whether DK had one too many. After going through the gauntlet of drunk exams, the cop ends up putting David in handcuffs -- telling him he's under arrest ... with the actor admitting this is his 2nd in 6 months. TMZ.com 'Anchorman' Star David Koechner Busted for DUI We're told Koechner was arrested, processed at the station, and then eventually released with a court summons. The summons dings him on 3 separate counts ... driving while impaired, refusal to submit for a breathalyzer or urine sample and driving on a suspended license. It's bad news for Champ Kind. As we said, this is his 2nd such arrest in a very short window. If convicted, he could end up getting some jail time.

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Blackburn have appointed Jon Dahl Tomasson as their head coach on a contract to 2025. The former Denmark striker, who played in England for Newcastle, led Malmö to back-to-back Swedish titles before leaving last December.Tomasson takes over from Tony Mowbray, who departed last month after an eighth-placed Championship finish. Tomasson has been coaching since his retirement as a player in 2011 and had spells in charge of Excelsior and Roda JC in the Netherlands before working as an assistant with Vitesse Arnhem and Denmark.The 45-year-old, who also played for Feyenoord, Milan and Villarreal among other clubs, described Blackburn as having “a lot of tradition and also great ambition”. Blackburn were Premier League champions in 1995 but have not been in the top division since 2012. “We have a young team here, and also a great academy, and the owners have a clear vision, which is to develop players and become a sustainable Premier League club over time, so I’m really happy to be involved in this exciting new chapter,” Tomasson said.He led Malmö to the 2021-22 Champions League group stage by winning four qualifying ties. The team were twice beaten by Chelsea and finished bottom of a group that also included Juventus and Zenit St Petersburg.Blackburn’s director of football, Gregg Broughton, referenced the “aggressive, offensive style” used by Tomasson at Malmö and the CEO, Steve Waggott, said: “His work around developing players, along with demanding a culture of giving everything to the club, is exactly what we need.”

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The Foo Fighters announced two tribute concerts in memoriam of late drummer Taylor Hawkins on Wednesday. The concerts will celebrate "the memory and music of a rock legend" at California's Kia Forum and England's Wembley Stadium, according to the band's website. "For our dear friend, our badass bandmate, our beloved brother ... Foo Fighters and The Hawkins family bring you the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concerts," the band wrote in a tweet. BON JOVI BASSIST ALEC JOHN SUCH DEAD AT 70 Hawkins's wife Alison Hawkins took to her late husband's Twitter account to promote the concert, sharing her "deepest thanks and admiration" for "the global Foo Fighters community and Taylor's fans." "As Taylor's wife, and on behalf of our children, I want to share how much you meant to him and how dedicated he was to 'knocking your socks off' during every performance," the statement read. "In celebration of his life, it is now up to all of us who loved him most of honor Taylor's legacy and the music he gave us." Radio host Eddie Trunk openly wished for a domino effect across the music industry. "Hopefully this will inspire Van Halen to do an event for Eddie Van Halen soon," Trunk wrote. This comes over two months after Hawkins's death and three weeks after country star Wynonna Judd announced she would be continuing the tour meant to feature herself and her mother Naomi Judd, following Naomi's suicide. CMT hosted a tribute concert in May for Naomi Judd. The Foo Fighters have also received calls to livestream the concert for those who won't be able to be there in person. "So badly want to go, but there'll be soooo many people trying when tix go on sale," news editor Gina Stainer tweeted. "Hope they stream the gigs too for everyone who doesn't manage to get a golden ticket but wants to experience this very special moment." Others chimed in, posting similar sentiments. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Hawkins, who died at 50, left behind a 16-year-old son, a 13-year-old daughter, and an 8-year-old daughter. He was the band's second drummer, replacing drummer William Goldsmith, who left the band in 1997.

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Sky News host Chris Smith says the Socceroos had a “fairy tale entrance” into the Qatar World Cup after beating Peru on penalties.Mr Smith said it was the work of “Grey Wiggle” goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne – who was installed into the position over Captain Matt Ryan – which helped Australia to make the cut into the cup.“This is why they call him the Grey Wiggle, look at those silly moves, to distract the shooter but miraculously, he saved the dream of Australia, competing in its fifth consecutive World Cup,” he said. Mr Smith said after the team had won there were celebrations both on the pitch and in Melbourne’s Federation Square – and even saw Coach Graham Arnold “pull a Bob Hawke” to call for a national holiday.“That’s a phenomenal effort, by any reckoning, and maybe we could steal an extra day off in their honour,” he said.

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Kardashians Blac Chyna Better Fork Over $390k ... For HER Failed Lawsuit 6/14/2022 1:00 AM PT Blac Chyna suing the Kardashians is proving to be a very costly affair for her -- the family says the trial cost them nearly $400K, and now they're demanding Chyna cover that amount. One of the things the judge ordered last month, after a jury ruled in favor of the Kardashians, was for BC to pay their litigation costs because she put them through the legal wringer. Welp, the Kardashians' lawyers filed new paperwork laying out their financial burden for the trial, and it's just over $390k. BTW, that does NOT include their attorneys' fees. According to the docs, obtained by TMZ, the Kardashians' legal team insists the family spent more than $391,094 in total throughout the years-long proceedings. Some of their highest outlays -- service of process ($9,325.99); hosting electronic documents ($7,248.35), court reporter fees ($19,895), and deposition costs ($63,078.20). The biggest ticket item though -- their team claims $184,871.71 was spent on "models, enlargements, and photocopies of exhibits." There's even more money that goes uncategorized, nearly $97k worth. Like we said, the judge said they're owed their costs, but the court will still need to sign off on the final amount. Call it hard lesson #327 for Chyna: If the victor gets the spoils, the loser gets the bill.

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This watchable if undeniably on-the-nose drama follows middle-aged American mother Barbara (Siobhan Fallon Hogan) on a quest for justice after her first-year student son Jimmy (Jay Jay Warren) dies at a party in his frat house after imbibing an excess of alcohol and pills. In entirely believable fashion, the son’s university refuses to admit any responsibility for Jimmy’s death. But Barbara is a feisty Irish-Catholic with red hair, and has an unquenchable devotion to her children – although her focus on them, especially her ill-fated eldest son, comes off a little dysfunctional in the early part of the film as she calls Jimmy incessantly to hear how his pledge week is going. After his death, and a period of mourning and housecoat wearing, she goes on a long road trip to gather information about other kids who died in hazing rituals in order to either get a news story published or put pressure on her local senator to do something about the harmful effects of these initiation ceremonies.As it enters the home stretch, viewers who haven’t done their research might be thinking this film could be something based on a true story about a crusading, working-class woman defeating the weaselly educational institutions or the formidably well-funded “Greek” network of fraternities and sororities. But then it goes off in a whole other revenge-tragedy direction, which is kind of barmy but also much more satisfying.Few actors would have been able to pull this off like Hogan, who is not only the star but also the film’s screenwriter and producer. She’s one of those “who-is-that-again?” character actors you’ve seen hundreds of times before in all sorts of films, from Men in Black to Lars von Trier’s Dogville and most recently Clifford the Big Red Dog; she is ordinary looking but also radiant, a force of nature in a fringed buckskin coat. Danish director Vibeke Muasya just rolls with it and lets Hogan steer the ship.

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Britney Spears’ ex-husband Jason Alexander has been charged with stalking her, after he appeared unannounced at her wedding last week.After streaming a video live on his Instagram at the wedding venue, in which he claimed that Spears had invited him and said “I’m here to crash the wedding”, Alexander was confronted by security guards, arrested and taken to a local jail. Spears’ wedding to Sam Asghari, her third husband, went ahead.At a hearing on Monday in Ventura County, California, Alexander pleaded not guilty to charges of stalking, trespassing, battery and vandalism. “An altercation occurred with the security officers and that’s where the battery occurred,” a police spokesman said. “And during the altercation an item was broken, so that’s where the vandalism comes into play. And by being on private property, the trespass comes into play.”A judge gave Alexander a restraining order that states he must stay 100 yards away from Spears for at least three years. His bail was set at $100,000.Alexander and Spears, who were childhood friends, married in 2004, but the marriage was annulled after less than three days. She was then married to second husband Kevin Federline between 2004 and 2006.Britney Spears and Sam Asghari. Photograph: Jordan Strauss/Invision/APSpears met Asghari on a music video set in 2016, and they got engaged in September 2021. Their marriage comes amid greater freedom for Spears, following the dissolution in November 2021 of a controversial conservatorship that controlled many aspects of her life.The wedding was attended by stars including Madonna, Donatella Versace and Paris Hilton, though various members of Spears’ family did not attend.

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The international backlash against the Sydney Morning Herald over its reporting of Rebel Wilson’s new relationship with fashion designer Ramona Agruma has intensified, with celebrities including Whoopi Goldberg now criticising the masthead.Columnist Andrew Hornery and Herald editor Bevan Shields have this week apologised after Wilson was given a two-day deadline to respond to plans to write about the relationship.Hornery initially complained in Saturday’s Private Sydney column about being “gazumped” by Wilson who herself revealed on Friday that Agruma was her new partner.Goldberg, on her show the View, was scathing of Hornery’s apology where he said it was never the Herald’s intention to “out” Wilson.“If it wasn’t your intention you wouldn’t have done it,” she said. “You knew exactly what you were doing.”Shields on Tuesday afternoon published a “note to subscribers” in which he accepted full responsibility for the SMH’s coverage and apologised for the delay in acknowledging mistakes were made.“The Saturday piece should not have been published and that is ultimately on me as editor. For that, I apologise to Wilson and anyone offended by it,” the editor said.Shields also acknowledged that his “small note defending our approach” on Sunday was a misstep.“As editor, I was conscious of supporting staff but I should have also acknowledged our mistakes, which is what I’m doing today,” he wrote. “The Herald is an inclusive masthead and ally of LGBTIQ+ readers and Australians. This episode was far from ideal, and while there was no malice involved, I recognise our mistakes and apologise for them.”Australian comic Magda Szubanski has said the paper had “no God-given right to know anything about the private life of anyone” in a tweet addressed to Shields.“I don’t claim to speak on behalf of Rebel Wilson. But for LGBTQIA+ people the consequences of what is nothing more than a hissy fit over who gets to print gossip can have devastating effects,” she said.Bevan Your paper has no god-given right to know anything about the private life of anyoneI don’t claim to speak on behalf of Rebel WilsonBut for LGBTQIA+ people the consequences of what is nothing more than a hissy fit over who gets to print gossip can have devastating effects https://t.co/mzrpHTsoU5— Magda Szubanski AO (@MagdaSzubanski) June 13, 2022 Singer Ronan Keating said on the weekend the treatment of Wilson by the Herald had been “horrible”.Reading the news about @RebelWilson and her horrible dealings with an Australian paper reminds me exactly of the situation with our Steo and the sun newspaper in the UK. How can this be possible today ? Rebel I hope you are ok and you have the strength and love to rise above. X— Ronan Keating (@ronanofficial) June 11, 2022 International media outlets including the New York Times, CNN and the BBC have reported on Hornery’s column and the response. The Times pointed to criticism from Wilson’s fans, journalists, and members of the LGBTQ+ community who argued “the decision to come out and when to do so is a personal one”.In his initial weekend column, Hornery wrote that on Thursday he had given the Australian film star two days to respond and told her he had enough confirmation to publish a story.The next day, Wilson posted a picture of herself with Agruma on Instagram, saying she had thought she was “searching for a Disney prince”. “But maybe what I really needed all this time was a Disney princess,” she wrote.Hornery’s original column was pulled and replaced by his mea culpa on Monday. The gossip columnist said he had made mistakes and he would take a different approach in the future.Despite originally publishing his note defending the paper’s actions, Shields on Monday afternoon also apologised. In a message to staff, he said he agreed with Hornery that it was appropriate to approach Wilson, given she had posted pictures of herself with Agruma on social media, but he had expected to decide on Friday whether or not to publish a story depending on Wilson’s response.It would be “impossible to publish” without such a response, he said. “Mistakes were made in our approach to Wilson and I apologise for them,” Shields wrote.The editor said he would not have published a piece unless Wilson had agreed to be involved. “The inclusion of a deadline was an error as it appeared to be an ultimatum,” he wrote. Sign up to receive an email with the top stories from Guardian Australia every morning Sign up to receive the top stories from Guardian Australia every morningHornery has also faced a storm of criticism on his personal social media accounts.People have bombarded his Facebook page with abuse and accused him of outing the actor.He has told those close to him to ignore the “pitchfork brigade” and not to take any notice of the “toxic vitriol and nutters barking at shadows demanding to be heard”.“Friends and family, apologies for the incessant trolling on my feed these past few days the pitchfork brigade is baying for blood – can’t really be bothered deleting them all as it would take me days!” he wrote.“Know that I’m OK and appreciate the support a few brave souls have dared to show.”

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Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a deal worth in the region of £25 million with Brighton & Hove Albion for Yves Bissouma.Spurs have revived their interest from January in the 25-year-old midfielder who is entering the final 12 months of his contract with Brighton. The Mali international should become Tottenham’s third signing of the summer after the goalkeeper Fraser Forster and the wide player Ivan Perisic joined on free transfers.It reflects Tottenham’s strategy of looking for the right deals despite the the club’s owners announcing last month a £150 million injection to be put towards transfers this summer.Tottenham are confident that personal terms will not be an issue and Bissouma should have a medical this week. He had a knee injury earlier this

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Chivalrous Harry Styles, 28, carries his girlfriend Olivia Wilde's bags during a stroll with the actress, 38, through west London - after kicking off his tour Published: 03:38 EDT, 14 June 2022 | Updated: 03:59 EDT, 14 June 2022 He kicked off his much-anticipated Love On Tour over the weekend.And Harry Styles proved that he was still the doting boyfriend as he carried his girlfriend Olivia Wilde's shopping bags during a stroll through west London on Monday. The singer, 28, cut a casual figure in a grey hoodie and a blue zipped bomber jacket as he stepped out with the actress ahead of taking to the stage in Manchester on Wednesday. Out and about: Harry Styles, 28, proved that he was still the doting boyfriend as he carried his girlfriend Olivia Wilde's bags (actress seen right) during a stroll through London on MondayEnjoying a much-needed break from his tour shows, Harry teamed his low-key outfit with a blue baseball cap as he strolled through the capital with Olivia and a pal.Ever the chilvarous partner, the Sign Of The Times hitmaker, carried two large tote bags for his girlfriend, who he began dating last year. It comes after Harry kicked off his long-awaited tour in Glasgow with a show at the Ibrox Arena, but a man was injured after falling from a third-tier balcony during his sold-out show. Relaxed: The singer cut a casual figure in a grey hoodie and a blue zipped bomber jacket as he stepped out with the actress Simple: Enjoying a much-needed break from his tour shows, Harry teamed his low-key outfit with a blue baseball cap as he strolled through the capital with Olivia and a palThe man is understood to have fallen into the crowd below as the former X Factor contestant performed his encore at Rangers' Ibrox Stadium last night.Police confirmed that a man fell from the club deck, the third-tier of seating within the Main Stand, at around 10.15pm. The condition of the man is unknown, but he is not believed to have been seriously injured. He was treated by medics at the scene and there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the fall. Helping her out? Ever the chilvarous partner, the Sign Of The Times hitmaker carried two large tote bags for his girlfriend, who could be seen strolling alongside him Concerning: It comes after Harry kicked off his long-awaited tour in Glasgow with a show at the Ibrox Arena, but a man was injured after falling from a third-tier balcony during his showFootage of the incident shows the crowd on their feet dancing before the silhouette of a person is seen flailing as they fall towards members of the audience below.Almost 50,000 fans were in attendance at the sold-out concert, the first of his 32-city tour.A Police Scotland spokesperson told MailOnline: 'Officers were made aware of a man falling from a club deck at a premises on Edmiston Drive, Glasgow at around 10.15pm on Saturday, June 11, 2022. Scary: The man is understood to have fallen into the crowd below as the former X Factor contestant performed his encore at Rangers' Ibrox Stadium last nightThere were no suspicious circumstances and the man was seen to by medical staff.'It is understood that Styles was performing his song Kiwi during an encore when the incident took place. Worried fans took to social media after witnessing the horror fall. 'Sadly we saw someone fall from the club deck at Harry Styles tonight in Glasgow. Praying they are okay [heart]'. Anticipated: Almost 50,000 fans were in attendance at the sold-out concert, the first of Harry's 32-city tour Worrying: It is understood that Styles was performing his song Kiwi during an encore when the incident took placeAnother penned: 'during the intro of kiwi someone fell from the upper section down to the lower section in front of us, at least 15 meters down. and security did not react until the end of the song. what should've been the best night of my life turned into a nightmare'. Countering the security argument, someone replied: 'Hey, I know it seemed like security didn't react but I was next to them (the bottom tier, next to standing) and we had loads of them legging it up the stairs past us and that was about 20 seconds into kiwi. 'They were really concerned, it just took a while cause of the distance x'. A third recalled how their 15-year-old thought it was a blow up doll at first, adding: 'Just horrific. Hope he and everyone else are okay. Horrible ending to a very special night'. Opening night: Harry had stage presence in bucketloads on Saturday as the European leg of his Love On Tour kickstarted in Glasgow Advertisement

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Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comLOS ANGELES, June 13 (Reuters) - Walt Disney Co (DIS.N) has been unable to obtain permission to show its new Pixar movie "Lightyear" in 14 Middle Eastern and Asian countries, a source said on Monday, and the animated film appeared unlikely to open in China, the world's largest movie market.A "Lightyear" producer told Reuters that authorities in China had asked for cuts to the movie, which Disney declined to make, and she assumed the movie would not open there either. The animated film depicts a same-sex couple who share a brief kiss, which prompted the United Arab Emirates to ban the film.The United Arab Emirates said the couple's relationship violated the country's media content standards. read more Homosexuality is considered criminal in many Middle Eastern countries.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comRepresentatives of other countries, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Indonesia, Malaysia and Lebanon, did not immediately respond to requests for comment on why they would not allow the film to be exhibited."Lightyear" is a prequel to Pixar's acclaimed "Toy Story" franchise. Chris Evans voices the lead character, Buzz Lightyear, a legendary space ranger.In the film, Buzz's close friend is a female space ranger who marries another woman. A scene showing milestones in the couple's relationship includes a brief kiss.Astronaut Tim Peake poses for pictures, as he arrives for the UK premiere of 'Lightyear' in London, Britain June 13, 2022. REUTERS/Maja Smiejkowska/File PhotoDisney has not received an answer from Chinese authorities on whether they would allow the film in cinemas, "Lightyear" producer Galyn Susman said. But she said filmmakers would not make changes to the movie. China has rejected other on-screen depictions of homosexuality in the past."We're not going to cut out anything, especially something as important as the loving and inspirational relationship that shows Buzz what he's missing by the choices that he's making, so that's not getting cut," Susman told Reuters at the movie's red-carpet premiere in London.China is not a "make or break" market for Pixar, one theater industry source said. It contributed a mere 3% to the global box office for "Toy Story 4," which grossed more than $1 billion in worldwide ticket sales in 2019, according to Comscore.Any objections to "Lightyear" over LGBTQ issues were "frustrating," Evans said."It's great that we are a part of something that's making steps forward in the social inclusion capacity, but it's frustrating that there are still places that aren't where they should be," Evans said."Lightyear" is set to debut in theaters in the United States and Canada on Friday.In May, Disney refused requests to cut same-sex references in Marvel movie "Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness." Saudi Arabia and a handful of other Middle Eastern countries did not show the film.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comReporting by Lisa Richwine and Dawn Chmielewski; Additional reporting by Kristian Brunse in London; Editing by Richard ChangOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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Mother of music fan, 20, who was put on life support after plunging 35ft from balcony at Harry Styles concert says it's a 'miracle' he survived as he is released from hospital with just cuts and bruisesDylan Wood was placed on life support and a ventilator following the horror fallThe engineer was enjoying the Glasgow show in a VIP box before the ordealHis mum Marion said it's a 'complete miracle Dylan is still here' after the tumble Horrified witnesses watched him plummet as Harry Styles performed 'Kiwi' Published: 04:42 EDT, 14 June 2022 | Updated: 04:44 EDT, 14 June 2022 A mum said it's a 'miracle' her son survived a horrifying 35ft fall from a balcony at a Harry Styles concert on Saturday as he's set to be released from hospital with just cuts and bruises. Dylan Wood, 20, was placed on life support - but incredibly escaped the horror concert plunge at Ibrox stadium, Glasgow, with just two black eyes, bruising and concussion.The electrical engineer, from East Kilbride, was enjoying the night out in a VIP box when he lost his balance and fell over a barrier - landing on seats several feet below and knocking himself unconscious.His terrified mum Marion Hawkins said shocking video footage of the moment he plunged head first into the packed crowd below left her feeling sick to her stomach.Dylan was rushed to Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth Hospital's high dependency unit and placed on life support, but escaped with only minor injuries and could be allowed home later today. Dylan Wood, 20, survived a horrifying fall from the top tier of Ibrox stadium, Glasgow, while enjoying a night out at Harry Styles' concert He was put on life support and a ventilator after plummeting from the VIP box during Harry Styles' sold-out Glasgow gig - but Dylan came away with just two black eyes, bruising and concussionFootage of the incident shows the crowd on their feet dancing before the silhouette is seen flailing as they fall towards members of the audience below.Almost 50,000 fans were in attendance at the sold-out concert, the first of Harry Styles' 32-city tour.Mum-of-four Marion said: 'We didn't know what injuries he had so he was put on a ventilator to keep him stable.'It was touch and go that night but the scans came back all clear and he has no broken bones.'It's a complete miracle he's still here, walking away with just cuts and scrapes. I was ill watching the video of it.'Dylan was crying on the phone to me today, I think it's just hitting home for him how serious it was and how close he got to not being here.'It is understood that Styles was performing his song Kiwi during an encore when the incident took place. Traumatised witnesses told how Dylan fell from the Club Deck, above the Main Stand, towards the end of the show and watched in horror as paramedics performed CPR on him.Sharing Dylan's account of what happened, Marion added: 'Dylan told me he was leaning up against the bannister in the VIP box and remembered thinking it was quite low down.'He can't remember exactly, it's a bit of a blur, but he thinks he went to lean against it, misjudged it and fell back. It all just happened so quickly.'He was knocked out and remembers coming to and getting a fright as people were grabbing at him. Paramedics were called and they got him out of there and worked on him in the ambulance before taking him to hospital. Dylan's mum Marion Hawkins said it's a 'miracle' that her son came away from the horror fall relatively unscathed as she described her panic when she got the call that he had been hurt Dylan was seen tumbling from the VIP box during the Harry Styles concert as horrified fans watched on Opening night: Harry had stage presence in bucketloads on Saturday night as the European leg of his Love On Tour kickstarted in Glasgow'I just panicked when I got the call and drove straight there. But he's doing good now and I hope to get him home today, I need him home.'I can't stop thinking about it. I hope it was just a freak accident but I'll be fuming if it turns out the barrier was too low and someone is at fault.'The main thing is he's okay. He's a very lucky boy.'It is understood Rangers are surveying CCTV footage of the incident and are to hold a safety meeting today to review how the incident happened.A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Officers were made aware of a man falling from a club deck at a premises on Edmiston Drive, Glasgow at around 10.15pm on Saturday, 11 June, 2022.'There were no suspicious circumstances and the man was seen to by medical staff.'Harry Styles had stage presence in bucket-loads on Saturday night as the European leg of his Love On Tour kickstarted in Glasgow.The hitmaker, 28, wore a blue and yellow ensemble for his sold-out concert at Ibrox Stadium, which comprised of a jacket adorned with two large strawberries and funky tailored trousers.As he paraded around the stage, some of the 50,817 in attendance snatched the chance to film their idol up close as a sea of phones went up in the air.The former One Direction band member looked as though he was having a whale of a time as he made his way through a string of hits, including a selection from his latest album Harry's House.At one moment during his set, the chart-topper held up a Pride flag as he belted out a song with passion.Showing just how much he was enjoying himself, Harry threw a thumbs up for the cameras before returning his focus to the enthusiastic crowd in front of him. Jazzy: The hitmaker, 28, wore a blue and yellow ensemble for his sold-out concert at Ibrox Stadium Icon: As he paraded around the stage, some of the 50,817 in attendance snatched the chance to film their idol up close as a sea of phones went up in the air Horrific: Harry Styles fan Dylan plunged from a third tier balcony into the crowd below during the hitmaker's concert in Glasgow on Saturday night Advertisement

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By Mark SavageBBC Music CorrespondentImage caption, Lizzo re-recorded the lyric following pleas from her fans and disability advocatesPop star Lizzo has changed the lyrics to her latest song after fans complained it used an ableist slur.Grrrls, which was released last week, originally contained a derogatory term for cerebral palsy, also known as spastic diplegia, in the first verse.Fans said they were "shocked" and "disappointed", and asked her to re-record the song with alternative words.The star took the criticism to heart and released a new version omitting the "harmful word" on Monday night."Let me make one thing clear: I never want to promote derogatory language," she wrote in a statement posted to social media. "As a fat black woman in America, I've had many hurtful words used against me so I understand the power words can have (whether intentionally or in my case, unintentionally)."The hastily reworked version of Grrrls now includes the lyric "hold me back" in place of the original. Lizzo said the change was "the result of me listening and taking action". "As an influential artist I'm dedicated to being part of the change I've been waiting to see in the world."The new version has already replaced the original on streaming services including Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube, the BBC has confirmed.Over the weekend, fans criticised the singer for her choice of lyrics, pointing out that the offensive term had often been used to attack people with disabilities.Among them was Hannah Diviney, who contacted Lizzo on Twitter to explain why the word had upset people."Cerebral palsy is literally classified as spastic diplegic cerebral palsy, which basically means that I have spasticity, or tightness, in my legs specifically," she told the BBC."It's something I can't control and it makes my life quite difficult and painful. Seeing that word used to suggest someone has lost control or had an emotional outburst is really weird because that's not at all what it's like; and that's not at all what my life as a disabled person is."Diviney posted a message on Twitter after Lizzo changed the lyric, describing her as a "real true ally".I’m going to cry 😭 Thank you so much for hearing us Lizzo and for understanding that this was only ever meant gently and being open to learning, it honestly means the world ❤️. You’re a real true ally https://t.co/RbQCbAwpR6— Hannah Diviney (@hannah_diviney) June 13, 2022 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites.View original tweet on TwitterOther disability advocates praised the singer for her actions."Proud of Lizzo for listening to the disabled community and amending her song," wrote Calum Stephen. "Everyone makes mistakes - what is important is how we respond to them. "She could've said and done nothing, or gaslit the disabled community and vanished, but she didn't. This should be the precedent.""This is the Lizzo I know and love," added screenwriter Daneka Etchells. "True accountability and allyship here. Thank you for listening and just recognising our hurt and anguish."Follow us on Facebook, or on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts. If you have a story suggestion email [email protected].

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As a Korean American, it’s crazy to see how Korean pop culture has exploded in popularity in the U.S. in recent years. Today, it’s not uncommon to see Korean content and stars grabbing headlines in Western media, whether it’s “Squid Game” being greenlit for a second season or K-pop superstars BTS releasing their latest album “Proof” to commemorate the group’s ninth anniversary. But with global demand for Korean pop culture at an all-time high, it feels like South Korea is kind of losing control over its cultural narrative.This dichotomy between “K-culture” and “Korean culture” is probably being further reinforced by mainstream English-language news outletsJust a decade ago, I was fruitlessly seeking opportunities to write about K-pop; today, I’m frequently turning down requests from various editors and publicists asking me to write an article about a new K-pop idol group — that is, photogenic boy or girl bands that perform the kind of dance music that many of us have now come to associate with K-pop. I never thought I’d see the day when I’d actually get tired of people asking me to write about the topic, but it seems that just when much of the Korean public and the Korean diaspora have moved on from K-pop due to the surfeit of idol groups (about 200 to 400 of them have debuted in the past decade, and over 50 are debuting in this year alone), the rest of the world is clamoring for it.As I’ve written before, the type of Korean cultural content that’s popular in South Korea — whether that’s music, films or TV shows — often tends to be very different from the kind that’s popular abroad. Until “Parasite” came along, Korean films that were a hit with many international audiences were box-office flops in South Korea, and vice versa. K-pop is probably the best example of this puzzling paradox. “It seems like anytime someone writes something about K-Pop — particularly pieces on boy and girl bands — it doesn’t really matter who authored the articles, it’s pretty much a guaranteed way to generate massive clicks,” Bernie Cho, a music industry veteran and president and founder of DFSB Kollective, an agency that works with hundreds of independent Korean music acts, explained to me. “But unfortunately, what sort of happens as a result of this type of clickbait journalism is that you get a very skewed and myopic lens on the Korean music industry landscape. If you only believed what you read online, it would be easy to assume that every Korean music artist was a boy band or girl band.” Cho noted that a 2020 Korea Creative Content Agency survey of music listeners in South Korea found that ballad is the most widely enjoyed genre in the country, polling in at a whopping 76.5 percent. “The irony is that if you scan the year-end music charts in Korea, the most streamed artists are actually not boy bands or girl bands,” said Cho. Case in point: Last year, K-pop solo artist IU took the top spot on Korea’s streaming charts, while the two most downloaded songs in Korea both went to trot and ballad singer Lim Young-woong.And yet, because of the ever-growing global popularity of K-pop girl and boy bands — largely thanks to their vast international fan bases — it’s the kind of music that gets heavily marketed outside of Korea. Even the way we’ve come to define “K-pop” — as music dominated by idol groups with flashy outfits and slick choreography — has been influenced by the narratives pushed by international (especially Western) media outlets and fans. However, Cho argues that the definition of K-pop should be broader to encompass any kind of Korean music that happens to be popular in Korea. He points out that in South Korea, all Korean artists are lumped together into one consolidated “K-pop” chart, which includes a diverse array of genres from hip-hop to R&B to ballads and rock. He compared it to the U.S. pop charts, where artists from a wide range of genres make up the Top 10 and Top 20 spots. “They’re pop artists because they’re popular — it’s less about the style and more about the statistics,” he said. Though Cho’s answer is technically correct, it seems the predominance of idol music in K-pop’s global reach has impacted the way that even Koreans themselves think about K-pop. When I ask my Korean friends and acquaintances about K-pop, almost all of them now seem to equate it with idol groups, and virtually none of them listen to it (except for the few who have to because it’s directly related to their jobs). In fact, most Koreans I know have told me they listen to Korean indie and folk rock, trot, ballads and/or music by non-Korean artists. The growing popularity of Korean TV shows have proven to also reveal this disconnect. Recent South Korean favorites like “Hometown Cha Cha Cha” and “Twenty Five Twenty One” — both available on Netflix — also did well internationally, but in the U.S. they were nowhere near as popular as Netflix’s original thrillers like “Squid Game,” “All of Us Are Dead” and “Hellbound.” Currently, the slice-of-life K-dramas “Our Blues” and “My Liberation Notes” are the top two shows on Netflix in South Korea and are both sitting in Netflix’s Global Top 10 list of non-English series, but neither has cracked Netflix’s U.S. Top 10.To help explain the divergence in Korean pop culture preferences between South Korean and international (especially Western) audiences, I spoke to David Tizzard, a professor at Seoul Women’s University who hosts the “Korea Deconstructed” podcast and regularly contributes to The Korea Times. He has a theory that makes a distinction between what he calls “K-culture” and “Korean culture.” “K-culture — anything with a ‘K ’— is primarily designed for export. It’s not designed for the domestic market; it’s designed with the taste of international people in mind,” he said. K-pop idol groups would probably be the quintessential example of this. “Squid Game,” which targeted the global market from the get-go, is another great example. In contrast, content that reflects “Korean culture,” according to Tizzard, is designed primarily for Korean audiences. Korean historical dramas and variety shows would probably fall in this category. Many of them are hugely popular with domestic audiences, and although some (such as the historical romance “The King’s Affection”) do well in other countries, they’re rarely expected to chart globally, since usually their primary aim is to inform and entertain Korean viewers. Moreover, this dichotomy between “K-culture” and “Korean culture” is probably being further reinforced by mainstream English-language news outlets, which tend to overemphasize certain K-pop idol acts over other kinds of Korean artists and show a predilection for covering only certain types of K-dramas. All that said, sometimes I wonder if I’m the one who’s selfishly and needlessly attempting to impose a narrow view of how Korean culture should be understood and interpreted. Pop culture is meant to be enjoyed and shared by everyone according to their own tastes. Perhaps that’s partly why Korean pop culture in particular has taken off across the globe — its elements are so diverse that there’s bound to be something for everyone. So if K-pop stans are crushing on and promoting the heck out of their favorite idols on Twitter and YouTube — so much so that media outlets are forced to pay attention — well, who am I to rain on their parade? And if Americans tend to enjoy violent K-dramas while most Koreans prefer more low key and family-friendly ones, like “Twenty Five Twenty One” or “Our Blues,” who am I to say who’s right and who’s wrong? In the end, I’d still much rather see people associate my motherland with idol K-pop and gory K-dramas than with, say, a certain dictator. Maybe those of us of Korean descent, who are observing this ever-expanding Korean Wave with a mixture of pride and bewildered amusement, should just learn to let go and enjoy the ride.

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They responded with a brilliant third quarter only to fall apart in the fourth. Jayson Tatum missed free throws. Jaylen Brown was putrid the whole night. Marcus Smart lost his temper, picking up a technical after a Warriors foul. The turnover parade continued, with the Celticsflipping low-percentage passes or simply losing their dribble.Their 104-94 loss to the Warriors at Chase Center was the definition of discouraging. The Celtics played stellar defense against Stephen Curry but had no answer for Andrew Wiggins. They were able to get to the free throw line but they missed 10 attempts, including Tatum’s 2 for 6 night at the line.Get Court SenseBounce around the NBA with our Celtics-centric look at the latest happenings on and off the court.Tatum showed flashes of playing a statement game but then was beset by silly turnovers and, possibly, fatigue. In rhythm, his stepback, open 3-point attempt sailed out of bounds without touching anything, an embarrassing airball.Jayson Tatum (right) could only watch as Andrew Wiggins threw down a statement jam at the end of a statement game.Matthew J. Lee/Globe StaffIt seems the Celtics’ weaknesses are coming back with a vengeance on the biggest stage. They committed an inexcusable 18 turnovers – Golden State had seven – and received a combined 4 points from their second unit.Perhaps there’s too much pressure on Tatum and Brown at this point in their careers. Brown began by missing eight of his first 10 shots and never looked comfortable. Tatum, looking to atone for his disappointing Game 4, did not score until the 2:06 mark of the first period and was never the best player on the floor.That was Wiggins, who finished with 26 points and 13 rebounds and got anything he wanted offensively. This vaunted Celtics defense is showing cracks. The Warriors are gashing Boston with the extra pass or dribble penetration for floaters.What’s more, the Warriors were 32 of 48 on 2-point shots. They are getting by Boston’s initial line of defense and scoring in the paint. The Celtics don’t seem capable of doing the same. They are only cohesive offensively when the 3-point shot is falling.For example, the Celtics were 5 for 23 from beyond the arc in the first, second and fourth quarters. When they rallied to take the lead in a 35-point third period, they were 6 for 9.Golden State won despite missing 31 of 40 3-point attempts. The Warriors can do more than shoot the three. The Celtics, at this point can’t, that’s the difference in the series.“I think they did some things to kind of take us out of our spots,” Brown said. “But overall, physicality [has] got to be better from the jump. We were looking around expecting somebody to bail us out. We just got to be stronger, more physical, more dominant, get to the paint, and make somebody stop you. I know we’re capable of it. We just got to do it.”Udoka is running out of explanations. Why did his team fall behind 24-8 in such an important game? Why do they have so much troubles with officials? Why can the Warriors convert on their midrange jumpers but the Celtics are shooting bricks?“Yeah, hard to explain that start,” a dumbfounded Udoka said. “I mean, we lacked the physicality early. They took the fight to us a little bit early. We were struggling to finish in the paint. So that was pretty evident early on.“Obviously, we had the third quarter. Then the fatigue could have played a part in the fourth. Poor start overall. That’s hard to explain, why that is. But we got back in. Turnovers, missed free throws, some of the things obviously, a little bit of talking to the refs too much didn’t help us in the fourth.”Again the Celtics allowed shaky officiating to affect them. Grant Williams was called for a foul on Gary Payton II, who tripped over his own two feet on a drive. Jordan Poole flopped before an inbounds pass to Smart and drew an offensive foul.Marcus Smart could only lie in wonder after a block/charge call didn't go his way in Game 5.Jim Davis/Globe StaffSmart was pushed away by a Klay Thompson forearm, and the officials made no call, allowing Thompson to shoot and make an uncontested 3-pointer. But Boston attempted 16 more free throws than the Warriors. The officials didn’t miss 10 of those free throws.Tony Brothers didn’t turn the ball over 18 times. Marc Davis didn’t miss 12 consecutive 3-pointers.The Celtics are just blowing this. They are lacking mental toughness. They are letting every outside distraction affect them, while the Warriors just keep trucking. It’s a shame because when they are engaged and focused, the Celtics are the more talented team.“Yeah, not our best moment,” forward Al Horford said of the lack of composure. “As you guys know, I feel like we’ve been able to fend those things off, especially throughout the playoffs. For whatever reason tonight I feel like it got to us. It’s one of those things that we kind of brought it back. We were able to focus back in, but we can never let that get to us. We can’t let that affect our game, the way that things are being played.”What’s most demoralizing is the Celtics made up for all their first-half gaffes with a brilliant third quarter, building a 5-point lead before another late-quarter breakdown, where they stopped playing after a Tatum miss, allowing Jordan Poole to end the period with a 38-foot bank shot for a 1-point lead.The Celtics would never lead again. They melted down in the fourth quarter, exhausted from a long season, with too much focus on the officiating, unable to overcome a team that prides itself on execution.So here they are, with no margin left, no more room for lackadaisical starts or silly turnovers. No more excuses. Win two or go home. They don’t seem up to the task.After a rough Game 5 loss, can Jayson Tatum and the Celtics find the answers and rally?Jim Davis/Globe StaffGary Washburn is a Globe columnist. He can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter @GwashburnGlobe.

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It’s that time of year - already. News from Lord’s: Middlesex will released leg-spinner Nathan Sowter at the end of the season, when his existing contract comes to an end. Sowter, 29, is currently on loan with Durham until 16th July.Sowter has made 106 appearances for Middlesex - 13 in First-Class cricket and 93 in the two white-ball formats, taking 127 wickets in all. Head of Men’s Performance Cricket, Alan Coleman, said:“Sometimes in professional sport you are faced with tough decisions, and letting Nathan leave the Club is certainly one of those times. “He has been an outstanding servant for Middlesex since making his debut for the Club back in 2015 and has always been a popular member within the dressing room, however as a Club we need to look forwards at the squad we are trying to build. “Releasing Nathan is not a decision we have made lightly. He is a fine cricketer, and we hope he continues to have a successful playing career in the game. We wish him every success for the future and thank him for all he has achieved for Middlesex Cricket.”Monday's round-upA century from Rory Burns encouraged Surrey to put on their dancing shoes at Taunton. Somerset’s attack was blunted with the morning news that Craig Overton had delayed symptoms of concussion, after being hit on the helmet by twin Jamie on Sunday afternoon, and would take no further part in the match. His substitute Marchant de Lange took two wickets, but Surrey batted masterfully, despite missing Hashim Amla, retired sick overnight.It was even-stevens at Edgbaston, where Lancashire hurried towards Warwickshire’s total, led by 90 from Steven Croft and pocketfuls of support elsewhere. Liam Norwell was the pick of the bowlers, with four for 78. At the Rose Bowl, fifties from Nick Gubbins, Liam Dawson and Ben Brown kept Hampshire in the hunt against Yorkshire, despite a dodgy start.Glamorgan’s Colin Ingram (145) and Eddie Byrom (105) embroidered an unbeaten 253 at a run-rich Sophia Gardens. Byrom, playing his first Championship game of the season, was initially hesitant; Ingram fluent from the start. Earlier, Sussex’s Oli Carter was the last man out for 185, going for his fifth six of the morning.A magical spell of five for 14 in seven overs from Toby Roland-Jones transformed Middlesex’s fortunes at Chesterfield. Derbyshire had been scoring easy runs, with 49 from Shan Masood and 62 from Wayne Madsen, when, just after the umpires changed the ball, they suddenly lost seven for 21.At Canterbury, Daniel Bell-Drummond and Ben Compton were both out in the 80s for Kent against Gloucestershire, as batting continued to be easier than bowling.Durham soared past 600, as Rachin Ravindra hurried to 217 and Paul Coughlin and Ben Raine made maiden first-class centuries in a jolly partnership of 213. From 0-1 in reply, Worcestershire recovered to 140 for three, still 502 runs behind.And at Grace Road, a hundred from Nottinghamshire’s Ben Duckett and fifties from Haseeb Hameed and Joe Clarke, entertained the crowds as they closed 67 runs behind Leicestershire’s first innings 440 with five wickets in hand. Start of play scoresThe Rose Bowl: Hampshire 225-4 v Yorkshire 428 all outCanterbury: Kent 232-3 v Gloucestershire 438Taunton: Somerset 180 v Surrey 382-7Edgbaston: Warwickshire 292 v Lancashire 280-9Division TwoChesterfield: Derbyshire 229 v Middlesex 251 and 95-3The Riverside: Durham 642-7dec v Worcestershire 140-3Sophia Gardens: Glamorgan 258-1 v Sussex 376 all outGrace Road: Leicestershire 440 v Nottinghamshire 373-5PreambleGood morning! While eyes turn to the full house at Trent Bridge, the Championship moves into its third day in this mid-June round. Things have sped ahead at Chesterfield, thanks to Toby Roland-Jones’ inspired afternoon spell, and Somerset are in trouble at Taunton, but otherwise there is all to play for. Events start at 11am - coffee anyone?

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'She doesn't get that he's not coming back': Tom Parker's widow Kelsey reveals 'confused' daughter Aurelia, 2, thinks the late singer is on tour... after his death from brain cancer aged 33 Published: 05:16 EDT, 14 June 2022 | Updated: 05:23 EDT, 14 June 2022 Tom Parker's widow Kelsey has heartbreakingly revealed her daughter Aurelia is 'very confused' by her father's death and believes he is on tour.The actress, 32, admitted the two-year-old 'doesn't quite get that he's not coming back', even after being 'really blunt' and telling her 'he's dead', during an appearance on Tuesday's Lorraine.The Wanted star Tom died aged 33 on March 30 following a battle with brain cancer after he was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in October 2020. Tragic: Tom Parker's widow Kelsey has revealed their 'confused' daughter Aurelia, two, is convinced the late singer is on tour... two months after his death from brain cancer aged 33Kelsey said: 'Whenever she sees pictures of her dad, she’s like, "It’s my dad!" She’ll be three at the end of this month.'I’ve been really honest, she does still talk about him every day, she doesn’t quite understand he’s not coming back.'So I’ve had to be really blunt and say he’s not coming back, that’s it, he’s dead and he’s not coming back because she doesn’t really understand.'She’s just really confused by it. She thinks he's on tour. But we do then talk about him every day. She does ask me every day about him. Tragic: The Wanted star Tom died aged 33 on March 30 following a battle with brain cancer after he was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in October 2021'He wouldn't want us to be sad. It's lonely at night, but I have to live my life. We have been through so much together. The love I had for him was like no other.'I find it hard that I can't text or call him to tell him things. I have lost the love of my life.'The Glad You Came hitmaker posthumously released his memoir, Hope: My Inspirational Life, in May, reaching number one in the Sunday Times best seller list.Kelsey said: 'The book has had two weeks at number one. He wanted to make sure it was a bestseller and it is. He lived life really quick. Opening up: The actress, 32, admitted the two-year-old 'doesn't quite get that he's not coming back', even after telling her 'he's dead', during an appearance on Tuesday's Lorraine Awful: Kelsey said: 'He wouldn't want us to be sad. It's lonely at night, but I have to live my life. We have been through so much together. The love I had for him was like no other' Strong: On the support from the public following Tom's passing, she said: 'Everyone has a story about him and they loved him''We lived in hope that is how we got through each day. How do you live life with that diagnosis? But we tried our best to find the light.' On the support from the public following Tom's passing, she said: 'Everyone has a story about him and they loved him.'I couldn't even read all the messages that I got. I was so lucky to have him as a husband.'Proud Kelsey took to Instagram on Sunday and said she would give anything to celebrate with beau just 'one last time'. Soulmates: Proud Kelsey took to Instagram on Sunday and said she would give anything to celebrate with beau just 'one last time'She penned: 'My husband… a Sunday Times no 1 best selling author. Beyond proud of my love. What I’d give to celebrate with you one more time.'You would have loved the 4 day weekend and excuse to celebrate this weekend. I miss you every second of every day, positive Parkers Forever'.Kelsey shared a sweet clip of the book surrounded by snaps of the late star and his family and friends, before taking to her Instagram Stories to show the title at the top of the chart in The Sunday Times newspaper. Wow! It comes after Kelsey revealed her late husband's posthumously released memoir Hope has reached number one in the Sunday Times best seller list.When discussing news of the book back in early March, Tom said the story wouldn't be about 'dying' but about 'living' and 'finding hope' no matter what situation you are in.Friends and fans were quick to share their pride at the news with Loose Women's Nadia Sawalha writing: 'Awww so happy for you all.... sending the hugest hug'.While Martine McCutcheon added: 'Yay it [sic] did it xxxx'. Number one! Kelsey shared a sweet clip of the book surrounded by snaps of the late star and his family and friends, before taking to her Instagram stories to show the title at the topAnd TOWIE star Lydia Bright was lost for words, simply added love heart emojis. Tom's toddler daughter Aurelia kissed his photo on the books cover in a heart-breaking video shared by Kelsey on Wednesday.The emotional video saw Kelsey, Aurelia and younger brother Bodhi visit a bookshop to see Tom's book on the shelves. Forever loved: Tom's toddler daughter Aurelia kissed her late father's photo on his book cover in a heartbreaking video shared by the late star's wife Kelsey on WednesdayIn the heart-wrenching video, Kelsey walks up to the bookshop holding hands with her two children and points out Tom's memoir, which sits on a shelf at the store's entranceShe then takes her children over the counter to buy copies of the book, and Aurelia is seen holding the book in both hands in the emotional video.Alongside the poignant clip, Kelsey penned: 'A special moment… very proud to take our babies to see Tom's book in store. Rae's face when she saw his. 'Tom so desperately wanted this to be a bestseller and I'm keeping everything crossed that becomes a reality this weekend. 'Thank you so much for all your support and lovely comments. Every single purchase means the world to us.' Tom's memoir Hope chronicles his life from an aspiring singer in Bolton to the final months of his cancer battle. Family: The Wanted star Tom died age 33 on March 30 following a battle with brain cancer after he was diagnosed with stage 4 glioblastoma in October 2020 Advertisement

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A Killers concert was brought to a halt on Saturday when a 67-year-old crowd surfer fell to the ground. Doug James, from Sayle, told BBC Five Live that his first time crowd surfing brought him “so much joy”.Is crowd surfing when you’re in your senior years unusual? Have you ever crowd surfed in your sixties or older like Doug James? Tell us all about it below.Share your experiencesYou can get in touch by filling in the form below or contact us via WhatsApp by clicking here or adding +44(0)7766780300. Your responses are secure as the form is encrypted and only the Guardian has access to your contributions.One of our journalists will be in contact before we publish, so please do leave contact details.If you’re having trouble using the form, click here. Read terms of service here and privacy policy here.

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'Love you!' David Beckham is every inch the doting dad as he shares sweet snaps with daughter Harper, 10, from their 'special' Venice trip Published: 03:44 EDT, 14 June 2022 | Updated: 05:12 EDT, 14 June 2022 They have been enjoying a father-daughter bonding holiday in Venice this week.And David Beckham shared a series of sweet snaps from his trip on Tuesday with his adorable daughter Harper, 10, who she shares with wife Victoria.The former footballer, 47, was every inch the doting dad in the pictures where he posed on a gondola beside his youngest child. Family: David Beckham shared a series of sweet snaps from his trip to Venice on Tuesday with his adorable daughter Harper, 10, who she shares with wife Victoria Quality time: They have been enjoying a father-daughter bonding holiday in Venice this weekDavid looked dapper in a blue shirt and white chinos for the trip while Harper looked stylish in a purple dress and sunglasses as they cuddled up on the boat. For another they beamed from the back of the boat as David wrote in the caption: 'I mean come on, love you!'In a separate sweet snap they smiled at the camera and enjoyed some ice cream while David held a pretty pink fan. Fun: The former footballer, 47, was every inch the doting dad in the pictures where he posed on a gondola beside his youngest childHoliday: Over the weekend they enjoyed a famous gondola trip together as they took in the views Pose: David looked dapper in a blue shirt and white chinos for the trip while Harper looked stylish in a purple dress and sunglasses as they cuddled up on the boatDavid also shared a video fanning himself in the ice cream parlour and cheekily wrote in the caption: 'Daddy stop showing off!' The day before David jokingly apologised to wife Victoria as he treated their youngest child Harper to ice cream for breakfast in Venice on Monday. The star seemed in high spirits as he took to Instagram to share a sweet video of himself and daughter Harper with his 74million followers.The pair beamed while holding up their ice creams to the camera while David penned in the caption 'sorry mummy'.Funny: David also shared a video fanning himself in the ice cream parlour and cheekily wrote in the caption: 'Daddy stop showing off!' 'Ssssssshhhhhhh don't tell mummy': The day before David jokingly apologised to wife Victoria as he treated their youngest child Harper to ice cream for breakfast in Venice on MondayThe icon looked dapper in a blue open collar shirt which he teamed with a pair of stylish sunglasses. He said: 'We've come to chic Venice haven't we Harper and what did we buy in Venice.'David showed off Harper who looked adorable in a blue and white striped dress but it was her incredible sun hat that grabbed attention. Yummy! The star seemed in high spirits as he took to Instagram to share a sweet video of himself and daughter Harper enjoying ice cream with his 74million fans Never to early: The pair beamed while holding up their morning ice creams to the camera as David penned in the caption 'sorry mummy'The youngest Beckham child rocked a straw hat which featured a face printed on the top and two bunny ears which she controlled up and down with two strings that fell either side of her face. David asked: 'What time is it for ice cream in the morning?'In which Harper quickly responded 'nine' leaving David to repeat: 'Nine am, wow!' Looking good: David showed off Harper who looked adorable in a blue and white striped dress but it was her incredible sun hat that grabbed attentionThe father and daughter can be heard giggling as they enjoyed their ice cream while soaking up the early morning sun. David captioned the clip: 'Ssssssshhhhhhh don't tell mummy 9am Gelato. Sorry mummy @victoriabeckham. Creating special memories with #HarperSeven'.On Monday evening the famous footballer held hands with his daughter as they headed to a glitzy theatre event together in Venice. Adorable: The father and daughter can be heard giggling as they enjoyed their ice cream while soaking up the early morning sun 'Special memories': The icon gushed over his youngest child in the captionDavid looked dapper in a black suit while his youngest child looked pretty in a £1,600 pink and purple ballgown from Zimmermann.The pair beamed as they headed into the Riva event at the Fenice theatre in the Italian city, with David teaming his dark suit with a crisp white shirt and cool shades.Harper looked adorable in her pretty dress which had a strapless design and was teamed with comfortable Nike trainers. Italian fashion designer and entrepreneur Domenico Dolce was also in attendance and walked just behind the Beckhams.There was no sign of David's other children - Brooklyn, 23, Romeo, 19, and Cruz, 17 - whom he shares with wife Victoria, 48, on the trip.The sportsman did however make an appearance on his wife's Instagram as Victoria, also 48, shared a glam picture of David and Harper suited and booted. The duo beamed while standing by a large doorway in their finery while the fashion designer snapped a pictured.She wrote: 'This picture melts my heart. Special time with the best daddy in the world x. Mummy loves you both so much. You are my everything @davidbeckham kisses #harperseven'. 'This picture melts my heart': David's wife Victoria shared a glam picture of her beau and Harper suited and booted in their finery ahead of a lavish event in Venice 'Best daddy in the world': The fashion designer, 48, gushed over her husband and youngest child in a sweet Instagram snap Advertisement

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David Beckham, 47, puts a protective arm around daughter Harper, 10, as they take a taxi boat - with the sportsman carrying an expensive Hermes Birkin handbag - during 'special' bonding holiday in Venice Published: 05:41 EDT, 14 June 2022 | Updated: 05:46 EDT, 14 June 2022 Advertisement They're enjoying a 'special' holiday together in Venice and David Beckham showed the strength of his bond with daughter Harper on Sunday when they took a taxi boat ride together. David put a protective arm around his little girl, 10, as they took in the sights of the beautiful surroundings. Harper was sporting pigtails and David carried her novelty straw hat in hand, making sure it didn't blow away - after he shared a video of his youngest pulling strings which made the characters ears go up and down. Father/daughter day out: David Beckham, 47, and daughter Harper, 10, took a taxi boat during 'special' bonding holiday in Venice on Sunday Sweet moment: David put a protective arm around his youngest child as they made memories together Every inch the doting dad, David kept a watchful eye on Harper as she stepped on board, giving her the best seat on the boat as she sat atop a comfortable looking cushion. He looked naturally dapper wearing a crisp blue shirt with the buttons open and the sleeves rolled up and a slick pair of brown trousers. The sportsman showed off his multiple inkings and wore designer sunglasses, carrying an enormous Hermes Birkin black leather bag in hand which would have set him back tens of thousands of pounds.Splashing the cash: David carried an oversized Hermes Birkin bag in hand which would have set him back tens of thousands of pounds Something to never forget: The pair were on a boat called Sofia Alda and were seen taking in the sights Heartfelt: David looked dapper in his blue shirt as he made sure his only daughter had a day to remember The trip so far, largely shared on David's social media has seen the footballer and his daughter enjoying gondola rides, visiting the Fenice theatre and tucking into 9am gelatos.David had captioned the early morning clip: 'Ssssssshhhhhhh don't tell mummy 9am Gelato. Sorry mummy @victoriabeckham. Creating special memories with #HarperSeven'.There has been no sign of David's other children - Brooklyn, 23, Romeo, 19, and Cruz, 17 - whom he shares with wife Victoria, 48, on the trip. Naughty: The pair have been enjoying early morning gelatos, with David joking that Harper should keep that a secret from her mother Getting along nicely: David and Harper appeared to be having lots of giggles during their day out together Getting comfy: Harper sat atop a cushion as her dad made sure she had the best seat on the boat The sportsman did however make an appearance on his wife's Instagram as Victoria, also 48, shared a glam picture of David and Harper suited and booted. The duo beamed while standing by a large doorway in their finery while the fashion designer snapped a pictured.She wrote: 'This picture melts my heart. Special time with the best daddy in the world x. Mummy loves you both so much. You are my everything @davidbeckham kisses #harperseven'.On Monday night, Harper wore a £1,600 pink and purple ballgown from Zimmermann to attend the Riva event at the Fenice theatre as her father's plus one. Cute: Victoria Beckham shared a sweet snap of the father-daughter duo and an adorable caption on InstagramFamily: David has been sharing series of sweet snaps from his trip to Venice on Tuesday with his adorable daughter Quality time: They have been enjoying a father-daughter bonding holiday in Venice this week Fun: The former footballer, 47, was every inch the doting dad in the pictures where he posed on a gondola beside his youngest childHoliday: Over the weekend they enjoyed a famous gondola trip together as they took in the views Funny: David also shared a video fanning himself in the ice cream parlour and cheekily wrote in the caption: 'Daddy stop showing off!' Advertisement

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Cruz and Banderas share top billing for the first time in this light-hearted satire from Gaston Duprat and Mariano Cohn that won't win many competitions, official or otherwise. Editor’s note: This review was originally published at the 2021 Venice Film Festival. IFC Films releases the film in theaters on Friday, June 17. Five years ago, Gaston Duprat and Mariano Cohn’s “The Distinguished Citizen” premiered at the Venice Film Festival. It was one of the sharpest and funniest comedy-dramas of the year, and its star, Oscar Martinez, won the festival’s acting prize, the Cuppa Volpi. But it didn’t get much of a release in English-speaking countries. (Track it down now, folks.) The follow-up from the Argentinian directing team, “Official Competition” is more likely to be seen by audiences around the world. Martinez has one of the lead roles again, but this time he is acting opposite two of Spain’s — and the world’s — most glamorous superstars, Penélope Cruz and Antonio Banderas. Astoundingly, despite being Almodóvar regulars, Cruz and Banderas have never done any substantial acting together. They had a brief joint scene in Almodóvar’s “I’m So Excited,” and in “Pain and Glory,” Cruz played the mother of Banderas’ character in his boyhood flashbacks. This is the first time they have shared top billing. Cruz, beneath an immense mass of bright red curls, plays Lola Cuevas, an arthouse director known as much for her eccentric methods as for such award-winning films as “The Inverted Rain.” Banderas plays Félix Rivero, an actor and sex symbol who has won his share of trophies, too, but is happy to sign up for Hollywood dreck if the money is right. (Whether or not Banderas had to do much research is open to question.) Martinez plays another actor, Iván Torres, a grey-bearded Kevin Kline-lookalike who is considered to be one of the theater’s greatest maestros, not least by himself. These three are thrown together on the whim of a pharmaceuticals tycoon (José Luis Goméz), who has a late-life crisis after his 80th birthday party. He doesn’t want to be known for his wealth alone, he tells his assistant. He wants to leave behind something significant. A bridge with his name on it, perhaps? Or how about “una pelicula”? He’ll buy the rights to a Nobel-winning novel, without bothering to read it, of course, and then finance a prestigious film. Well, it beats building a phallic rocket to blast yourself into space. Most of “Official Competition” is set a few months later when Lola, Iván, and Félix hold meetings and rehearsals in a vast concrete-and-glass edifice built as the headquarters of the tycoon’s nonexistent charitable foundation. Things are difficult from the moment they try to squeeze their egos into one room. Lola is so demanding that she asks Iván to repeat his first line (“Good evening”) several times before he can proceed to his second. She instructs Félix to be “resigned, disillusioned, and distressed” all at once. And then there’s the friction between the two leading men, the stuffy artist who claims to loathe the trappings of success but is tempted to have his teeth whitened, and the blockheaded movie star who would rather be in a sports car with one of his much younger girlfriends, but who may be a decent actor after all. The tragic drama they are planning is called “Rivals,” and it’s about two brothers. But it doesn’t take long for the fraternal jostling in the script to be reflected by the men themselves, whose conflict gives the title “Official Competition” another layer of meaning. If that all seems lacking in comic subtlety, that’s because it is. The actors are subtle — Cruz and Banderas can be hilarious with a narrowed eye or a puzzled frown — but the screenplay, co-written by the directors with Andrés Duprat, is nowhere near as sophisticated as “The Distinguished Citizen.” With no more than a wisp of connective plot, “Official Competition” is essentially a series of light sketches that poke warm-hearted fun at celebrity pretensions and insecurities. Most of these sketches are amusing, some are ingenious (without giving anything away, one involves a crane and a boulder), but they’re nearly all too gentle and predictable to have much of a satirical impact. The caricatured characters have perfect costumes and makeup — Cruz looks like the cover of a disco album — but they don’t get any more complex as the film goes on, despite the sympathetic glimpses into their home lives. Oh, and the octogenarian financier is largely forgotten. Another niggling issue is that the trio’s misbehavior in rehearsals is sometimes so cruel as to come across as abusive. The fact that Lola is a woman, and her victims are male, does make a difference, but now that we are less forgiving of directors who are horrible to their cast members in the name of art, some of her wacky schemes don’t seem quite as side-splitting as they might have a couple of years ago. “Official Competition,” like Christopher Guest’s “For Your Consideration,” exemplifies the curious truth that people with decades of experience in the film industry don’t always make the most penetrating film-industry satires. It still deserves to bring Duprat and Mariano Cohn to a wider audience, mind you. Seeing Cruz and Banderas show off their comedic chops is definitely a pleasure, and the farcical final scenes will leave viewers on a high. But this film won’t win many competitions, official or otherwise. Grade: B “Official Competition” premiered at the Venice Film Festival. 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Lady Gaga is to play Harley Quinn in the sequel to the multi-award-winning Joker, which is due to see Joaquin Phoenix return to his lead role.According to the Hollywood Reporter, Gaga is in line to take the role of Quinn, the former Arkham Asylum psychiatrist who has regularly appeared in Batman-related narratives as the Joker’s sidekick and love interest. Margot Robbie played the character in a high-profile outing in the 2016 film Suicide Squad, as well as its 2021 sequel The Suicide Squad. Robbie’s version of the character was also the central figure in the 2020 superhero film Birds of Prey.No details of the film’s plot have been revealed, but the Reporter says that Joker 2’s Quinn will “exist in a different DC universe than … Robbie’s Harley Quinn” – presumably reflecting the first Joker’s distant relationship with previous iterations of the character. Director and co-writer Todd Phillips posted a script cover page on social media on Wednesday suggesting the film’s subtitle is “Folie à Deux”, a reference to a psychiatric syndrome in which a delusional state is shared by two people, which could well refer to Quinn’s place in the film’s narrative.The Reporter also states that Joker 2 will be “a musical”, though offers no further details.In the same social media post Phillips also revealed a photograph of Phoenix reading the script, although reports say that Phoenix has not yet committed to the project. The Reporter says its sources claim that “Warners has yet to close a deal with the actor, with the two sides deep into it”, but it is inconceivable the project will move ahead without his participation.Lady Gaga’s move into film acting has proved exceptionally successful so far, having received an Oscar nomination for best actress for A Star Is Born, and Bafta and Golden Globe nominations for best actress for House of Gucci.

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Tottenham are close to making Brighton’s Yves Bissouma their third summer signing. Final details, including regarding add-ons, are being discussed but the midfielder is poised to move for about £22.5m.Bissouma, a Mali international, has been with Brighton since 2018 and started 25 Premier League games in the 2021-22 season. The former Lille player, who will be 26 in August, was unavailable for six league matches because of suspension and the Africa Cup of Nations.Tottenham have offered Bissouma a five-year deal and he is in line to follow Ivan Perisic and Fraser Forster, whose contracts are up at Internazionale and Southampton respectively, into the club. Quick GuideHow do I sign up for sport breaking news alerts?ShowDownload the Guardian app from the iOS App Store on iPhones or the Google Play store on Android phones by searching for 'The Guardian'.If you already have the Guardian app, make sure you’re on the most recent version.In the Guardian app, tap the yellow button at the bottom right, then go to Settings (the gear icon), then Notifications.Turn on sport notifications.Antonio Conte’s rebuilding is due to continue with the signing of Djed Spence from Middlesbrough for a fee similar to Bissouma’s. Tottenham’s owner, Enic, pledged to inject up to £150m to back the manager after the team qualified for the Champions League.

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A startup professional golf tour backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund has roiled the usually staid world of professional golf — the PGA Tour — in the United States. The PGA suspended 17 professional players last week for participating in the inaugural Saudi tournament, which began June 9. The new tour, the LIV Golf Invitational Series, has caused controversy for months, in large part because critics of the Saudi regime's policies claimed it was a way to launder the reputation of the country's monarchy, particularly that of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The crown prince has been held in disrepute internationally since at least 2018, when agents of his government allegedly assassinated journalist Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi embassy in Istanbul and dismembered his body to hide the evidence. The CIA later concluded that Salman ordered the killing. U.S. President Joe Biden, who, as a candidate in 2019, declared that Saudi Arabia should be considered a "pariah" state based on its record of human rights abuses, including the Khashoggi killing, is currently attempting a rapprochement with the Saudi regime. He is expected to visit Riyadh in July. A new approach The Roman numerals in the new tour's name — LIV, or 54 — refer to its format. Unlike the traditional PGA Tour, which typically involves four rounds of golf totaling 72 holes, LIV Golf consists of just three rounds, for a total of 54 holes. LIV Golf markets itself as taking a fresh approach to a sport steeped in history, decorum and understatement. Its tournaments feature loud music, a team format and "shotgun" starts in which all teams begin play at the same time at different holes. The new tour also offers large purses. On Saturday, South African golfer Charl Schwartzel won the tournament's top individual prize of $4 million. Schwartzel's side also won the team competition, splitting an additional $3 million between the four of them. The Saudis are also reportedly paying top players undisclosed appearance fees, which in some cases might exceed the prize money on offer at specific tournaments. Indeed, the amount of money the Saudis are pouring into LIV Golf appears be a major reason it has been able to separate well-known players, including Dustin Johnson, Bryson DeChambeau and Patrick Reed, from the PGA Tour. Dustin Johnson of the United States prepares to play from the first tee during the first round of the inaugural LIV Golf Invitational at the Centurion Club in St. Albans, England, June 9, 2022. LIV 'leverage' Early this year, American golfer Phil Mickelson, one of the most popular and successful players of his generation, sparked anger after a biographer quoted him weighing the pros and cons of playing in the new league. Characterizing the Saudi leadership as "scary," Mickelson said, "We know they killed Khashoggi and have a horrible record on human rights. They execute people over there for being gay. Knowing all of this, why would I even consider it?" Mickelson went on to say that he has joined LIV Golf because he saw the new league as a way to force change on the PGA Tour, which he characterized as "manipulative" and "coercive," toward players. "The Saudi money has finally given us that leverage," he said. Mickelson was immediately dropped by a number of high-profile sponsors. He later apologized and withdrew from professional golf for months. However, he was on hand when the inaugural LIV Golf Invitational London tournament kicked off June 9 in Hemel Hempstead, England. Dueling statements As the LIV event began, PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan sent a letter to the tour members announcing that 17 players had been suspended for their participation. Ten of them had already voluntarily resigned their PGA Tour membership. "These players have made their choice for their own financial-based reasons," a decision, he wrote, that "disrespects you, our fans and our partners." He added: "I am certain our fans and partners — who are surely tired of all this talk of money, money and more money — will continue to be entertained and compelled by the world-class competition you display each and every week, where there are true consequences for every shot you take and your rightful place in history whenever you reach that elusive winner's circle." LIV Golf responded immediately with a statement of its own. "Today's announcement by the PGA Tour is vindictive and it deepens the divide between the Tour and its members," it said. "It's troubling that the Tour, an organization dedicated to creating opportunities for golfers to play the game, is the entity blocking golfers from playing. This certainly is not the last word on this topic. The era of free agency is beginning as we are proud to have a full field of players joining us in London, and beyond." 'Staggering' amount of money John A. Fortunato, a professor at Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business, told VOA that the question of "free agency" in golf is not new. Some European players, for example, play in PGA Tour events in the U.S. but also participate in non-PGA events in Europe. Fortunato, the author of the book Making the Cut: Life Inside the PGA Tour System, also said that freedom from the PGA's participation rules is probably not the main driver behind some players opting for the LIV, he said. "The amount of money is staggering," he said. Indeed, Schwartzel's $4 million purse in the LIV opener dwarfed the approximately $1.5 million that Rory McIlroy took home for winning a PGA Tour event in Canada on the same weekend. Television deals and sponsors Fortunato said the new league's long-term success will hinge in part on getting television networks to cover its tournaments — a task that will be difficult in the U.S., given that most major broadcast networks as well as cable sports giant ESPN have long-standing relationships with the PGA Tour. He said another factor will be how two "major" tournaments in the U.S. that are not run by the PGA Tour decide to address the issue of LIV participation. Phil Mickelson ponders a question at a press conference, June 13, 2022, at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts, ahead of the U.S. Open golf tournament that begins Thursday, June 16. One of those tournaments, the U.S. Open, begins Thursday, June 16, and appears poised to allow LIV participants to play. But that may be in part because the organizers did not have time to develop a policy toward the new tour. The next Masters Tournament, held by the Augusta National Golf Club, will not take place until spring 2023. The Masters could prevent LIV participants from playing in Augusta. "That's the big domino that I'm watching," Fortunato said. "And that is the thing that the PGA Tour, I think, is most hoping for."

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Brittney Griner Russian Detention Extended 6/14/2022 9:57 AM PT Brittney Griner will remain in custody in Russia for at least another two and a half weeks ... the WNBA superstar's detention was just extended by a court until July 2. The ruling was handed down on Tuesday, according to Russian state media outlet TASS. The decision comes on the heels of U.S. State Department officials meeting with representatives from Brittney's current WNBA team, the Phoenix Mercury, to discuss ways to safely return the professional hooper to America. Specific details of the meeting remain tightlipped -- it's unclear who exactly attended or what was discussed -- but officials confirmed to the Associated Press the forum did indeed happen. The 31-year-old has been in Russian custody since mid-February ... after officials say she had hash oil in her luggage while going through airport security.

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The galaxy far, far away will no longer look backward to Luke, Leia, Han Solo, and Darth Vader. Taika WaititiAP After the box office bomb of 2018’s “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” the “Star Wars” franchise is shifting gears to fly into a totally new direction — and relying on Oscar-winning Marvel director Taika Waititi to venture into another galaxy far, far away. “Look, I think for the ‘Star Wars’ universe to expand, it has to expand,” Waititi told Total Film about his yet-to-be-titled movie. “I don’t think that I’m any use in the ‘Star Wars’ universe making a film where everyone’s like, ‘Oh great, well that’s the blueprints to the Millennium Falcon, ah that’s Chewbacca’s grandmother.'” Waititi, who was tapped for a “Star Wars” installment with a December 2025 release date, added, “That all stands alone, that’s great, though I would like to take something new and create some new characters and just expand the world, otherwise it feels like it’s a very small story.” The “Thor: Love and Thunder” director previously voiced “The Mandalorian” character IG-11 and helmed a Season 1 episode of the critically acclaimed Disney+ series. Waititi co-wrote the upcoming “Star Wars” film with “1917” Oscar nominee Krysty Wilson-Cairns. Of course, Waititi isn’t the only MCU mainstay to foray into the “Star Wars” cinematic universe. Jon Favreau leads the Disney+ TV series arm, including “The Mandalorian,” and “Spider-Man: No Way Home” director Jon Watts is behind the upcoming coming-of-age adventure show “Skeleton Crew” starring Jude Law. Upcoming series “Ahsoka” and “Andor” also usher in the “whole new saga” for the “Star Wars” franchise, as producer Kathleen Kennedy previously told Vanity Fair. Kennedy told the outlet that Lucasfilm has a “road map” for “Star Wars” film rollout ahead, with “Wonder Woman” director Patty Jenkins also helming an upcoming installment set for a December 2027 release, as per the Disney film premiere calendar and Kennedy’s comments that Jenkins is “developing the script further.” Waititi’s film, though, will mark a return to the big screen for the franchise since 2018 and the “Star Wars” film “pause.” As IndieWire’s Kate Erbland reported earlier this year, “The first Star Wars Celebration since the pandemic reflects the new truth: ‘Star Wars’ is no longer a cinematic property, has not been for a long time, and perhaps never will be again.” Sign Up: Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Sign up for our Email Newsletters here.

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Getty Images Tyler Perry on Monday said that he was not comforting Will Smith after Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars but rather was “deescalating” the situation. During an interview with Gayle King at the Tribeca Film Festival, Perry said “there is a difference between comforting and deescalating,” according to Deadline. “I was there close up. I left early to go and check on Chris because it was wrong in no uncertain terms,” the actor added, according to Variety. “I made sure I said that to Will, and when we walked over to him, he was devastated. He couldn’t believe what happened.” “I know that feeling, I’m getting chills thinking about it,” Perry also said, referencing a portion of Smith’s memoir in which he discusses being eight years old and not able to protect his mother. “I know that feeling of being a man and thinking about the little boy. If that trauma is not dealt with right away as you get older, it will show up in the most inappropriate, most horrible time,” Perry continued. His remarks come months after Smith slapped Rock at the Academy Awards after Rock made a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. “Jada, I love ya. ‘G.I. Jane 2,’ can’t wait to see it,” Rock said at the time, referencing Pinkett Smith, who revealed in 2018 that she had been diagnosed with alopecia areata, a disease that causes hair loss. Smith has since been placed on a ten-year ban from attending any Academy event. The actor has also apologized for his behavior, calling it “unacceptable and inexcusable.” Tags Chris Rock Jada Pinkett Smith oscars slap oscars slap tyler perry Tyler Perry Will Smith Will Smith

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LOS ANGELES -- Even if you can't make it to Tennesse for the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival this weekend, you can still enjoy the festival live on Hulu.This year, Hulu is Bonnaroo's official streaming partner and will offer subscribers live streams of select performances as they happen in addition to behind-the-scenes content. Click here to watch the live stream beginning Thursday if you are a Hulu subscriber or learn how to sign up.Hulu's offerings will include one live stream on Thursday and two separate feeds on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. A full live stream schedule is expected to be announced in the coming days.This year's festival takes place from June 16-19 on the Bonnaroo Farm in Manchester, Tennesse, about an hour southeast of Nashville. Headliners include Roddy Ricch, Flume, Machine Gun Kelly, The Chicks, Steve Nicks, J. Cole, 21 Savage and more.In addition to Bonnaroo, Hulu also announced last month that it is the official streaming partner for Chicago's Lollapalooza in July and the Austin City Limits Music Festival in October. This year marks the first time that one platform has secured the streaming rights to stream all three festivals.The Walt Disney Co. is the parent company of Hulu and this ABC station. Copyright © 2022 OnTheRedCarpet.com. All Rights Reserved.

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s cold night from behind the three-point line cost him a historic streak during the team’s Game 5 win over the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals.Curry scored 16 points and dished out eight assists. He was 7-of-22 from the field and 0-for-9 from three-point range.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry shoots against Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart during the NBA Finals in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)The drought ended a streak of 233 postseason and regular-season games in which Curry had made at least one three-pointer. Curry was on a 3 1/2-year run."Keep shooting," he said when asked what his mindset was coming off rough shooting nights, via ESPN. "Very simple. Like there's never – I'm not afraid to go 0-for-whatever because I'm going to keep shooting and taking shots that you normally feel like you can make. And I've responded well when I've had games like that from the 3-point line."I don’t think I’ve ever been happier after a 0-for-whatever type of night just knowing the context of the game, the other ways you tried to impact the game and the fact that, you know, you had four guys step up in meaningful ways to help us win offensively." Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry celebrates during the Boston Celtics game in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)NBA FINALS 2022: ANDREW WIGGINS GUIDES WARRIORS TO PIVOTAL GAME 5 VICTORYThe last time Curry went without a made three-pointer was Nov. 8, 2018. The 233 straight games topped his previous record of 196 consecutive games. The record is twice as long as any player ever. He also had made a three-pointer in all of his 132 career postseason games."Steph is the best to ever shoot it. And I’ll tell you what, everyone in the building, including the fans and those watching, believe the ball is going in when it leaves his fingertips," Warriors star Klay Thompson added."So we’re never stressed or worried about No. 30. He has done so much and elevated this franchise to a place where it was hard to even imagine that he has leeway, and he can have a bad night. I just know he’ll respond." Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry brings the ball up the court during Game 5 of the NBA Finals in San Francisco, Monday, June 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPThe Warriors won the game 104-94 to take a 3-2 lead in the Finals and inch closer to another NBA championship.The Associated Press contributed to this report. Ryan Gaydos is the sports editor for Fox News and Fox Business. Story tips can be sent to [email protected].

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Starship prototypes are pictured at the SpaceX South Texas launch site in Brownsville, Texas, U.S., May 22, 2022. Picture taken May 22, 2022. Veronica Cardenas | ReutersSpaceX is closing in on the next major milestone in its Starship rocket development, as the company works to complete environmental impact requirements outlined this week by the Federal Aviation Administration.Elon Musk on Tuesday said the company will have a Starship prototype rocket "ready to fly" by July, with his space venture aiming to reach orbit with the vehicle for the first time.SpaceX had hoped to conduct the Starship orbital flight test as early as last summer, but delays in development progress and regulatory approval steadily pushed back that timeline. The FAA made a crucial environmental decision Monday that concluded a long-awaited assessment of the program. SpaceX needs to fulfill more than 75 of the agency's actions before applying for the launch license required for the flight test.Musk said in a series of tweets that he spent time at the SpaceX facility in Boca Chica, Texas, on Monday evening "reviewing progress" on the rocket. He added that the company "will have a second Starship stack ready to fly in August" and aims to conduct flights "monthly thereafter."The company is developing its nearly 400-foot-tall, reusable Starship rocket with the goal of carrying cargo and people beyond Earth. The rocket and its Super Heavy booster are powered by SpaceX's Raptor series of engines. SpaceX has completed multiple high-altitude flight tests with Starship prototypes, but it has yet to reach space.

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Rory McIlroy has again questioned the sporting validity of the rebel LIV Golf Series, two days after taking a swipe at Greg Norman in the immediate aftermath of his Canadian Open victory.The first event of the LIV scheme, backed financially by Saudi Arabia and fronted by Norman, took place last week in Hertfordshire. The build-up to the US Open, which begins at Brookline on Thursday, has been dominated by chatter about this great disruption plan. McIlroy remains a firm advocate of the existing ecosystem.“It’s the cloud that’s hanging over golf at the minute, right?” he said. “We are at a major championship and it’s what everyone wants to talk about so it’s on everyone’s mind.“Those crowds on Sunday in Canada, LIV is never going to have that. It’s never going to have that sense of, I don’t know what the word is… but last week meant something. What they are doing over there doesn’t really mean anything apart from just collecting a ton of money.”McIlroy subsequently pointed to the “competitive integrity” of seeing off Justin Thomas and Tony Finau in Toronto. McIlroy has been careful not to castigate his fellow professionals, including Phil Mickelson, who have been banned by the PGA Tour after accepting LIV’s lucrative overtures but he clearly remains unimpressed by their choice. “My dad said to me a long time ago, once you make your bed, you lie in it, and they’ve made their bed,” McIlroy said. “That’s their decision, and they have to live with that.”Dustin Johnson and Bryson DeChambeau pledged allegiance to the PGA Tour early this year before performing a U-turn and signing for LIV. McIlroy had claimed the breakaway looked “dead in the water” at the point of the original position. “I took a lot of players’ statements at face value,” he said. “I guess that’s what I got wrong.Brooks Koepka has been linked to LIV Golf but said he was ‘tired of conversations’ about it. Photograph: Rob Carr/Getty Images“You had people committed to the PGA Tour, and that’s the statements that were put out. People went back on that, so I guess I took them for face value. I took them at their word and I was wrong.”McIlroy’s expansive approach was in contrast to that of Brooks Koepka. The two-time US Open winner, whose brother Chase is part of the LIV contingent, was tetchy when asked whether there is a figure that would be sufficient to coax him towards LIV.“I haven’t given it that much thought,” Koepka said. “I’m trying to focus on the US Open. I legitimately don’t get it. I’m tired of the conversations. I’m tired of all this stuff.“Y’all are throwing a black cloud on the US Open. I think that sucks. I actually do feel bad for them [the United States Golf Association] for once because it’s a shitty situation. We’re here to play, and you are talking about an event that happened last week.”In a letter sent to the membership, the DP World Tour chief executive, Keith Pelley, has promised to set out a formal position next Thursday relating to LIV participation. Pelley said: “During discussions last week, and through additional private correspondence, some members asked me why we simply do not follow what the PGA Tour have done and immediately suspend these players.“While I understand the frustration, I remind you all that although we work closely with the PGA Tour, we are different organisations and our rules and regulations are therefore different too.“From many of your messages and my conversations, I know that many of you share the same viewpoint that Jay Monahan expressed in his note to PGA Tour members, namely that the players who have chosen this route have disrespected the vast majority of the members of this Tour.“As for what we are going to do, because of the complexity of our situation we are still evaluating an overall course of action.”

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Other recent acquisitions include A24 with "Aftersun" and Sony Pictures Classics with "One Fine Morning." After staging a vastly scaled-down version in 2020, organizers of the Cannes Film Festival brought buzz back to the Croisette last year as the industry dipped its toes into the annual French gathering. As the 75th edition kicked off May 17, many in the business are all-in on the in-person experience and there are plenty of completed films for sale. MUBI took an early lead in acquisitions, scooping up Léa Mysius’s sophomore film “The Five Devils” and Park Chan-wook’s mystery “Decision to Leave” in recent weeks. Other films arriving with distribution include Brett Morgen’s David Bowie doc “Moonage Daydream,” from Neon. A24 has five films premiering at Cannes, including Alex Garland’s “Men” and Claire Denis’ “The Stars at Noon.” Still up for grabs are films like “Hunt,” the directorial debut of “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae, and Arnaud Desplechin’s “Brother and Sister.” Below find a constantly updated list of acquisitions from the festival’s official selection and sidebars, beginning with the most recently announced. The list also includes films that arrived to the festival with distribution, but not titles from the Marché du Film or other deals completed during the festival (which will update as they roll out). Title: “Rodeo”Section: Un Certain RegardBuyer: Music Box Films Lola Quivoron’s feature debut, which won the Coup de Cœur du Jury special prize, stars Julie Ledru as a hot-tempered and independent young woman who infiltrates France’s male-dominated urban dirt bike rodeo subculture. The film is produced by Charles Gillibert (“Annette”) and includes the work of stunt expert Mathieu Lardot, whose credits include “Jason Bourne” and “Spectre.” Music Box announced it acquired North American rights to the film on June 14. Title: “De Humani Corporis Fabrica”Section: Director’s FortnightBuyer: Grasshopper Film and Gratitude Films Verena Paravel and Lucien Castaing-Taylor’s film is composed from 350 hours of footage taken from 30 different hospital units, taking viewers inside the human body. Grasshopper and Gratitude announced they acquired U.S. rights to the film on June 7 and are planning a theatrical release later this year. Title: “Pacification”Section: In CompetitionBuyer: Grasshopper Film and Gratitude Films Albert Serra’s film stars Benoît Magimel, Pahoa Mahagafanau, Cécile Guilbert, Matahi Pambrun and Sergi López. Set in Tahiti, the film follows a government official who’s dealing with a rumor about the sighting of a submarine whose presence could herald the return of French nuclear testing. Grasshopper and Gratitute announced they acquired U.S. rights for the film on June 3. Title: “Tori and Lokita”Section: In CompetitionBuyer: Sideshow and Janus Films Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne’s film follows a young boy Tori (Pablo Schils) and an adolescent girl Lokita (Joely Mbundu) who traveled alone from Africa to Belgium, relying on their friendship to help the difficult conditions of their exile. Sideshow and Janus announced on June 2 that they acquired North American rights to the film. They’re planning a nationwide theatrical release. Title: “EO”Section: In CompetitionBuyer: Sideshow and Janus Films Jerzy Skolimowski’s film, co-written by Ewa Piaskowska, offers a vision of modern Europe told through the eyes of “EO,” a donkey. It stars Sandra Drzymalska, Lorenzo Zurzolo, Mateusz Kosciukiewicz, and Isabelle Huppert. Sdeshow and Janus Films announced on June 1 they acquired North American rights to the film and are planning a fall 2022 theatrical release. Title: “Close”Section: In CompetitionBuyer: A24 Lucas Dhont’s film, written with Angelo Tijssens, follows an intense friendship between two 13-year-old boys that is suddenly disrupted. It stars newcomers Eden Dambrine and Gustav De Waele, and Émilie Dequenne, Léa Drucker, Kevin Janssens, Marc Weiss, Igor Van Dessel, and Léon Bataille Dhont’s 2018 debut “Girl” won the Camera d’Or, Queer Palm, Fipresci Prize, and Un Certain Regard best performance award for Victor Polster, as well as a Golden Globe nomination. A24 announced it acquired North American rights to the film on May 26. Title: “Holy Spider”Section: In CompetitionBuyer: Utopia “Border” director Ali Abbasi pushes new boundaries with this Iran true-crime story of a serial killer on a religious spree to cleanse the holy city of Mashhad of prostitutes. The film’s graphic violence shocked some Cannes audiences but the film has been widely well-reviewed. Abbasi previously won Un Certain Regard for “Border” in 2018. Utopia finalized its North American deal for “Holy Spider” on May 25. Title: “Triangle of Sadness”Section: In Competition Buyer: Neon Ruben Östlund’s English-language satire includes an ensemble cast of Harris Dickinson, Charlbi Dean, Woody Harrelson, Vicki Berlin, Henrik Dorsin, Zlatko Burić, Jean-Christophe Folly, Iris Berben, Sunnyi Melles, Amanda Walker, Oliver Ford Davies, Arvin Kananian, Carolina Gynning, Ralph Schicha, and Dolly De Leon. It’s set on a yacht, post-fashion week, where the power balance between crew and passengers is flipped after a storm rolls in. Östlund previously won the top prize in Un Certain Regard for “Force Majeure” and the Palme d’Or for “The Square.” Neon announced on May 24 that it acquired North American rights to the film, which followed a bidding war. Title: “Aftersun”Section: Critics’ WeekBuyer: A24 First-time feature director Charlotte Wells’ well-received drama stars Paul Mescal as a father on holiday with his daughter, played by newcomer Francesca Corio. A24 purchased North American rights for the film on May 23. The studio previously brought the Paul Mescal-starring “God’s Creatures” to Directors’ Fortnight. Title: “One Fine Morning”Section: Directors’ FortnightBuyer: Sony Pictures Classics Mia Hansen-Løve’s drama stars Léa Seydoux as a woman who, while caring for her ailing father, reconnects with a friend. The two start a passionate affair. SPC announced it acquired North American, Latin American, and Middle East rights to the film on May 23. Title: “Corsage”Section: Un Certain RegardBuyer: IFC Films Marie Kreutzer’s period drama stars Vicky Krieps as the Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known as Sissi. As her role is reduced to a performative one, Sissi travels to England and Bavaria to visit former friends and lovers and find excitement and purpose as she rebels against the image of herself and comes up with a plan to protect her legacy. IFC announced it acquired North American rights for the film on May 22. Title: “All That Breathes”Section: Special ScreeningsBuyer: HBO Documentary Films Shaunak Sen’s documentary follows two brothers who run a bird hospital in New Delhi, specializing in the city’s signature black kite. The film offers a poetic look at a city plagued by rising environmental issues and civil unrest. The film won the Grand Jury Prize in Sundance’s World Cinema Documentary Competition earlier this year. It’s the only Sundance title to screen at Cannes in 2022. HBO Documentary Films announced on May 19 that it has acquired worldwide TV rights to the documentary. Submarine Deluxe, in association with Sideshow, will release the film in theaters nationwide this fall before it premieres on HBO and HBO Max next year. Title: “Enys Men”Section: Directors’ FortnightBuyer: Neon Mark Jenkin’s horror film stars Mary Woodvine and Edward Rowe and is set in 1973 on an uninhabited British island. It follows a wildlife volunteer who descends into a terrifying metaphysical and ecosophical journey that challenges her grip on reality and pushes her into a living nightmare. As with his feature debut “Bait,” Jenkin directed, wrote, sound designed, and composed the film, and shot it on 16mm film using a clockwork Bolex camera. Neon announced it acquired North American rights for the film on May 19. Title: “R.M.N.”Section: In CompetitionBuyer: IFC Films Cristian Mungiu’s follows the return of Matthias (Marin Grigore) to his multi-ethnic Transylvanian village, where he wishes to involve himself more in the education of his son and to rid the boy of his unresolved fears. When new workers arrive at a factory owned by Matthias’ ex-lover Csilla (Judith State) the peace of the community is disturbed and fears, frustrations, and conflicts erupt. IFC announced on May 17 that it had acquired North American rights to the film and will release it theatrically this year. This marks the fifth Mungiu-directed film distributed by IFC, among them is the 2007 Palme winner “4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days.” Title: “Return to Seoul” (formerly “All the People I’ll Never Be”)Section: Un Certain RegardBuyer: Sony Pictures Classics Davy Chou’s film stars Park Ji-Min, Oh Kwang-Rok, Guka Han, Kim Sun-Young, Yoann Zimmer, and Louis-Do De Lencquesaing. It follows the 25-year-old Freddie (Park) on her first return to South Korea, where she was born before being adopted by a French family. Originally titled “All the People I’ll Never Be,” the film’s acquisition by SPC was announced May 16 with a new title, “Return to Seoul.” The distributor nabbed rights for North America, Latin America, Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand. Title: “Broker”Section: In CompetitionBuyer: Neon The first Korean-language film from Japanese writer/director Kore-eda Hirokazu stars Song Kang Ho (“Parasite”) and Gang Dong Won (“Peninsula”) as “brokers of goodwill” who connect unwanted babies with parents on the black market. After a new baby is dropped off, the two brokers are surprised when the baby’s birth mother (Lee Ji Eun) shows up to join them on their journey to meet prospective parents. Kore-eda was last at Cannes with his 2018 Palme d’Or winner “Shoplifters,” which earned a Best Foreign Language Film Oscar nomination. With “Broker,” Neon is re-teaming with CJ ENM, which also released “Parasite” in South Korea ahead of its 2020 Oscars sweep. “Parasite” was the first of two Palme wins for Neon in three years; the other was last year’s “Titane.” Neon announced on May 13 that it acquired North American rights to the film. Title: “The Five Devils”Section: Directors’ FortnightBuyer: MUBI Léa Mysius’s sophomore directorial effort stars Adèle Exarchopoulos (“Blue Is the Warmest Color”) as the mother of a young girl (Sally Dramé) who is capable of magically reproducing any scent that she finds. The girl puts her gift to use after the return of a family member upends the domestic balance of her household, as she traverses dark memories that reveal secrets of her village, family, and her own existence. In addition to her debut feature “Ava,” Mysius cowrote Claire Denis’s “The Stars at Noon” and Jacques Audiard’s “Paris, 13th District.” MUBI announced on May 9 that it acquired rights for North America, U.K., Ireland, Latin America, India, and Turkey. The film will get a theatrical release in the U.S., U.K., and Ireland followed by an exclusive MUBI streaming release at a future date. Title: “Decision to Leave”Section: In CompetitionBuyer: MUBI Park Chan-wook’s mystery film follows a detective (Park Hae-il) called to investigate the mountain-fall death of a man. The officer develops an interest in the man’s window (Tang Wei) who is a suspect in the case. MUBI announced it acquired rights for North America, U.K., Ireland, Turkey, and India on April 28. Its planning a U.S. and U.K. theatrical release in the fall before it lands on its streaming platform. Title: “Moonage Daydream”Section: Out of Competition, MidnightDistributor: Neon Neon wowed CinemaCon last month with extended footage of Brett Morgen’s David Bowie doc, which features concert footage and 48 of his tracks mixed from their original stems. Neon is planning a domestic release in September, Universal is handling international, and HBO Documentary Films has domestic streaming and cable rights for spring 2023. Title: “Jerry Lee Lewis: Trouble in Mind”Section: Special ScreeningsDistributor: A24 The details of Ethan Coen’s first solo directorial effort are largely under wraps, but the documentary will focus on musician Jerry Lee Lewis. It counts Mick Jagger among its producers. A24 confirmed last month that it controls worldwide rights on the project. Title: “Crimes of the Future”Section: In CompetitionDistributor: Neon Writer-director David Cronenberg’s body horror thriller stars Viggo Mortensen, Léa Seydoux, and Kristen Stewart in a story set in the near future where humans are capable of growing new organs. Neon boarded the long-in-development film last year and is planning to release it in New York and Los Angeles on June 3, followed by a nationwide expansion on June 10. Title: “God’s Creatures”Section: Directors’ FortnightDistributor: A24 Saela Davis and Anna Rose Holmer’s film is set in an Irish fishing village and stars Emily Watson as a mother torn between protecting her son (Paul Mescal) and her own sense of right and wrong when a lie she tells for him rips apart their close-knit community. A24 co-financed the psychological drama and controls worldwide rights. Title: “Men”Section: Special ScreeningDistributor: A24 Alex Garland’s folk horror film stars Jessie Buckley and Rory Kinnear in a story about a woman who goes on a solo vacation in the English countryside after the death of her husband. Title: “Silent Twins”Section: Un Certain RegardBuyer: Focus Features The English-language debut of Polish filmmaker Agnieszka Smoczyńska (“The Lure”) is based on the nonfiction book by Marjorie Wallace. It stars Letitia Wright and Tamara Lawrance as June and Jennifer Gibbons, twins from the only Black family in a small 1970s Welsh town who rejected communication with all but each other and who, after a vandalism spree, are sentenced to an infamous psychiatric hospital. Focus acquired worldwide rights to the film in April 2021; the label will distribute it in the U.S. with Universal handling international. Title: “Showing Up”Section: In CompetitionDistributor: A24 Kelly Reichardt’s fourth collaboration with Michelle Williams stars the actor as an artist on the verge of her big break who navigates her family and work challenges in the lead-up to a big exhibition. The cast is rounded out by André 3000, Hong Chau, Judd Hirsch, and Amanda Palmer. A24 announced that it boarded the project in January 2021. Title: “Three Thousand Years of Longing”Section: Out of CompetitionBuyer: MGM “Mad Max” filmmaker George Miller promises an epic film that’s hard to classify into a single drama. It stars Tilda Swinton as a scholar who, on a trip to Istanbul, discovers a Djinn (Idris Elba) who offers her three wishes in exchange for his freedom. Among her wishes is love, but he’s unsure if he should grant it to her. MGM acquired North American rights to the project in 2020. Title: “Armageddon Time”Section: In CompetitionDistributor: Focus Features Director James Gray wrote “Armageddon Time” based on his childhood memories; it explores friendship and loyalty against the backdrop of the reelection of Ronald Reagan with a cast that includes Anthony Hopkins, Jeremy Strong, Anne Hathaway, Banks Repeta, Jaylin Webb, and Ryan Sell. Focus acquired worldwide rights for a reported $15 million at the Cannes virtual market in 2020. Title: “The Stars at Noon”Section: In CompetitionDistributor: A24 Claire Denis’ romantic thriller, based on the novel by Denis Johnson, is set in the 1980s during the revolution in Nicaragua. It follows the unlikely romance of an Englishman (Joe Alwyn, “The Favourite”) and an American journalist (Margaret Qualley, “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”) who are caught up in a web of lies and conspiracies as they’re forced to flee the country. A24 acquired North American rights ahead of the 2020 European Film Market. 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BTS, the superstar K-pop group, is taking another hiatus — this time so members can pursue solo projects. The group — comprised of RM, Jungkook, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, and V — shared a video on YouTube announcing the news during a "family dinner" on Tuesday. The video was part of the group FESTA celebration, which marks the group’s ninth anniversary. In it, the group discussed the highs and lows of their industry. They said they believe taking time apart will help them mature as individuals. “I think that’s why we’re going through a rough patch right now,” Jimin said. “We’re trying to find our identity and that’s an exhausting and long process.”J-Hope added that spending time apart will help BTS "learn how to be one again." "I hope you don’t see this as a negative thing, and see it as a healthy plan," he said. "I think BTS will become stronger that way." RM agreed, saying that while BTS is different from other pop groups, "the problem with K-pop and the whole idol system is that they don’t give you time to mature.""You have to keep producing music and keep doing something," he concluded.The group always keeps their fans in mind and that the group wants "to be the kind of artists that are remembered by our fans," Jimin said.SUGA lightened the mood by reminding his bandmates: "It’s not like we’re disbanding!”"I think now we’re starting to think about what kind of artists we each want to be remembered by our fans,” Jimin said, in a nod to their impending solo careers.J-Hope and Suga have both released solo mixtapes in the past. The two reportedly already have additional solo work on the horizon, and Jungkook has also said he would also be releasing solo work.On social media, BTS' stans, known as ARMY, supported the group's decision to rest."LET US STILL SUPPORT THEM IN THEIR SOLO LIKE HOW WE SUPPORT THEM AS A GROUP. WE ARE WAITING FOR BTS CHAPTER 2. BTS HIATUS," wrote one Twitter user.“i hope and want bts to know that whatever they do and whatever direction they want to go in we will always follow them and support their decision,” another person wrote.Some fans suggested that the group would become even more powerful, since each individual might be putting out music rather that just one entity. "bts is on hiatus not army’s," one person wrote, adding that the music charts would be ruled by "seven names now, not one."Still, many within the fanbase acknowledged the video made them emotional.The announcement marks the group's third hiatus since 2019. In December of 2021, the group announced the break in a tweeted from their management group BIGHIT MUSIC.“We would like to inform you that BTS is planning to take a second official extended period of rest since their first in 2019, after they complete their official scheduled events of ‘BTS PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE — LA’ and the ‘2021 Jingle Ball Tour,” the tweet stated.That break marked the first time the group had been given time to spend the holidays with their family since becoming BTS.In April 2019, the group took a break to “enjoy the ordinary lives of young people in their 20s, albeit briefly,” their agency Big Hit Entertainment said in a statement.Kalhan Rosenblatt is a reporter covering youth and internet culture for NBC News, based in New York.

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Steph Curry Claps Back At Boston Trolls With T-Shirt ... 'Ayesha Curry Can Cook' 6/14/2022 6:16 AM PT Steph Curry beat the Celtics on the court on Monday night -- and then he got the victory against their fans off of it immediately afterward, rockin' a T-shirt that trolled the hell out of some heckling Boston supporters. Just minutes after Curry and the Warriors beat the Cs at the Chase Center in Game 5 of the NBA Finals in San Francisco, the Golden State superstar showed up to his news conference with a tee that read, "Ayesha Curry CAN Cook." It was a simple, grey-and-black article of clothing underneath a zip-up jacket ... but it was the perfect clap back to some trolling that Celtics fans did before Friday's Game 4 in Boston. If you missed it, outside of a popular bar, fans wrote "Ayesha Curry Can't Cook" on a sign to troll Curry's wife, who's a chef. You stay classy Boston pic.twitter.com/ZcIyNVcNNS— Dalton Johnson (@DaltonJ_Johnson) June 10, 2022 @DaltonJ_Johnson Steph clearly believed otherwise -- and his own trolling message hit perfectly following Golden State's dominating 104-94 win. The 34-year-old, though, let the shirt do his talking for him, because when a reporter asked him about it -- he said simply, "You've got to ask around the room and ask Twitter. Yeah, yeah. Absolutely." Game 6 is slated for Thursday night back in Boston -- and while it looks like Curry's got one-up on the haters right now, we're sure there won't be a quiet response in Beantown then.

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Serena Williams appears to be angling for a return.Williams, one of the greatest tennis players in the history of the sport, suggested Tuesday she will return to the court later this month at Wimbledon as she continues her pursuit of the most Grand Slam titles of all time on the women’s side.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Serena Williams attends the Balmain Womenswear fall/winter show as part of Paris Fashion Week on March 2, 2022, in Paris, France. (Arnold Jerocki/Getty Images)"SW and SW19. It’s a date. 2022 See you there," she wrote in an Instagram post showing her tennis shoes on a grass court.SW19 refers to the postal code of where the All-England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club is. The facility hosts the Wimbledon Championships each year.Williams, 40, has not played in a match since last year’s Wimbledon when she dropped out against Aliaksandra Sasnovich due to a leg injury. The match was tied 3-3 in the first set when she retired.She opened up about having to leave the court in an Instagram post. Serena Williams winces in pain during her match against Aliaksandra Sasnovich at Wimbledon on June 29, 2021, in London. (AELTC/Jed Leicester - Pool/Getty Images)EMMA RADUCANU LEAVES WIMBLEDON WARMUP TOURNAMENT WITH INJURY"I was heartbroken to have to withdraw today after injuring my right leg. My love and gratitude are with the fans and the team who make being on centre court so meaningful. Feeling the extraordinary warmth and support of the crowd today when I walked on – and off – the court meant the world to me," she wrote.Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, slipped on the grass while hitting a forehand during the fifth game. After suffering the injury, it was visible on Williams' face that she was in pain, and she went to the locker room following a loss in that game. Serena Williams in action against Aliaksandra Sasnovich on Wimbledon's centre court, June 29, 2021. (Adam Davy/PA Images via Getty Images)She attempted to keep playing but the pain was too much.Williams is one Grand Slam title away from tying Margaret Court for most all time. However, she hasn’t won a major since the Australian Open in 2017.The last time she won at Wimbledon was in 2016. She’s won seven times there.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPThe 2022 Wimbledon Championships begin June 27 and run through July 10. Ryan Gaydos is the sports editor for Fox News and Fox Business. Story tips can be sent to [email protected].

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The U.S. Open will allow tennis players from Russia and Belarus to compete this year despite the ongoing war in Ukraine, which prompted Wimbledon to ban those athletes.U.S. Tennis Association CEO and Executive Director Lew Sherr, whose group runs the U.S. Open, said in a telephone interview with The Associated Press on Tuesday that the USTA Board decided to let Russians and Belarusians enter the tournament because of “concern about holding the individual athletes accountable for the actions and decisions of their governments.”Sherr said athletes from Russia and Belarus will play at Flushing Meadows under a neutral flag — an arrangement that’s been used at various tennis tournaments around the world, including the French Open, which ended June 5.The U.S. Open starts on Aug. 29 in New York. Since Russia began its attacks on Ukraine in February, Russian athletes have been prevented from taking part in many sports, including soccer’s World Cup qualifying playoffs. Belarus has aided Russia in the war. Russia also was held out of international team events in tennis, the Billie Jean King Cup and Davis Cup. It was the reigning champion in both.The All England Club, where main-draw play for Wimbledon starts on June 27, announced in April it would bar all Russians and Belarusians from its fields — which means the man currently ranked No. 1, Russia’s Daniil Medvedev, is not eligible to participate. Medvedev is the defending champion at the U.S. Open. That ban drew immediate criticism from the WTA and ATP professional tennis tours, along with some prominent players, such as defending champion Novak Djokovic.In May, the WTA and ATP said they would not award any rankings points from Wimbledon this year, an unprecedented rebuke of the All England Club. Some players, including four-time major champion and former No. 1 Naomi Osaka, said they would consider sitting out Wimbledon.The ATP has said all points earned at Wimbledon in 2021 will fall off a player’s record and no new points will be earned there this year. The WTA has not decided exactly how last year’s rankings points from the All England Club will be treated, but no new points can be added based on how a player performs there this time. Sherr told the AP that what happened with Wimbledon — both the All England Club’s move to keep players from certain countries out and the tours’ reaction — played no role in the USTA’s choice to let Russian and Belarusian players in.“Our discussion was really on the merits and really the principles around both sides of this argument. This was not a commercial versus an ethical question,” he said. “There are arguments on both sides. Are you being perceived as supporting atrocious acts by a government? And at the same time: Would you hold an individual athlete accountable for that?”___More AP Tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports

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Every day during the month of June, we will be spotlighting our 2022 Logo30. This powerful series profiles ordinary and extraordinary people who show pride in unique and provocative ways. Visit the Logo30 homepage to view current and past honorees. By Athena Serrano The Aussie-American pop singer Betty Who says Pride is a celebration of her chosen family and creative freedom. Without these, she would never have been able to release her latest single, the electropop “Blow Out My Candle,” in which she sings about finding self-love and confidence. “I think a huge part of a huge part of the queer community is about people that you choose to hold around you and hold space for you and other people,” she says. “It’s so important to have your chosen family: people who see you and perceive you and understand you and hold space for you.” Who reflects back on how much her music career has evolved in the last decade, especially leaving RCA Records and becoming an independent artist with the release of her third studio album, Betty, in 2019. “I’m proud of myself for [what I am] doing ’cause you gotta stan yourself. You’ve gotta be here for her and hold space for her and keep encouraging her.” Her latest single is accompanied by the pre-order release of her own candle, with a percentage of the proceeds from its sales will go to GLAAD. The singer will also make her reality TV debut when she hosts Amazon’s dating show The One That Got Away, which is set to premiere on June 24. Get to know Who and the rest of our incredible 2022 Logo30 honorees in the video below. The latest in news & politics, celebrities, movies & TV, style and more. @NewNowNext

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Photo by Amy Sussman via Getty ImagesPour one out for the BTS Army, because they just received some devastating news. On Monday night, the seven members of BTS announced that they’re taking an extended break for the first time in the nine years since they formed the ultra-popular K-pop group. Suga, Jin, J-Hope, RM, V, Jungkook, and Jimin made it official at the latest FESTA dinner, a yearly celebration held on the anniversary of their debut. The plan is to pursue their solo careers, then eventually come back together as one. “I think now we’re starting to think about what kind of artists we each want to be remembered by our fans,” Jimin said. “I think that’s why we’re going through a rough patch right now, we’re trying to find our identity and that’s an exhausting and long process.”RM got particularly candid about why BTS is taking a break, admitting that he “didn’t know what kind of group we were anymore” and was getting a bit too tired to find out. “I always thought that BTS was different from other groups, but the problem with K-pop and the whole idol system is that they don’t give you time to mature,” he continued. “You have to keep producing music and keep doing something.” Jennie of Blackpink, another hugely successful K-pop group, can attest to that: She recently opened up about the toll that the relentless work that comes with being a South Korean megastar has taken on her health. Like BTS, she resolved to stick with her bandmates but temporarily focus on her solo career. The news of BTS’s hiatus comes at a time when they couldn’t be more popular. For proof that they’ve had full success with breaking into the American market, look no further than the fact that President Joe Biden recently invited them to the White House to hear what they had to say about anti-Asian racism. And while they’re temporarily parting with the Army, they’ve left them with an excellent parting gift: Their newly released album, Proof, features no less than 48 songs.

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Overwatch 2 is getting a second beta this month, and it's bringing some new content to players -- including console players. Starting Tuesday, June 28, players will get a chance to jump back into the game and check out Junker Queen, a new tank hero that was first teased way back in 2017. Fans have been hoping she would be added to the game, and five years later, we'll finally get to check her out. We'll also get a new map, though we don't know where the map is set or what the game mode is yet. Overwatch 2 is the sequel to Blizzard's class-based hero shooter, featuring two teams of five players fighting over objectives. The first beta injected a frantic pace into the game, which was a welcome change from some of the slower, grindier pacing that has plagued Overwatch in recent years. The PvP game will be free to play and will launch in early access on Oct. 4, bringing the game more in line with other competitive shooters like Valorant and Apex Legends.We don't have sign-up details yet (including whether this is a closed or open beta), but Overwatch 2 is having a reveal event on Thursday, where we expect more details, including sign-up details.

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Global superstars BTS said they are taking time to focus on solo projects, but the company behind the groundbreaking K-pop group said they are not taking a hiatus.The seven-member group with hits like “Butter” and “Dynamite” talked about their future in a video posted Tuesday celebrating the nine year anniversary of their debut release. They just released a three-disc anthology album, “Proof,” last week.Band member Suga asked the group if they should talk about why they were going into a hiatus as they sat down for a group dinner. They discussed having to deal with COVID-19 interrupting their touring plans and music releases, as well as what each one thought about their individual artistic goals.The group spoke in Korean, and the word “hiatus” was used on English subtitles included on the video.But a statement from Hybe, the South Korean entertainment company behind BTS, said they’ll still be working on projects as a group, as well as individually. “BTS are not taking a hiatus. Members will be focusing more on solo projects at this time,” the statement said.No details about future BTS collaborations or the solo projects were announced Tuesday. BTS has a global fanbase that follows the group and members online and in recent years the group’s profile has rose overseas. The group recently address the UN General Assembly and went to the White House to discuss with President Joe Biden ways to curb violence against Asian Americans. The band members — J-Hope, RM, Suga, Jungkook, V, Jin and Jimin — opened up about the struggle to develop as individual artists within the K-pop genre.“The problem with K-pop and the whole idol system is that don’t give you time to mature,” said RM. Some of the group members appeared to be crying during the conversation.Band member V recalled a conversation he had with J-Hope in which they discussed how working on solo projects would improve their “synergy” as a band. Suga described an interest in trying out new genres. “We’re each going to take some time to have fun and experience a lot of things,” said Jung Kook to their fans. “We promise we will return someday even more mature than we are now.”

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This article is the subject of a legal complaint from KingspanThe five-year-old girl loved her home in the sky. From their bunk beds on the 20th floor, she and her sister Malak, eight, would watch the fireworks spark magically over London. Malak slept on the top bunk but sometimes the two sisters swapped or curled up together. Soon their baby sister would also be able to cuddle up with them, but Leena, just six months old, was still too little.Malak would dress up as Merida, the Highland warrior princess from the film Brave. The five-year-old girl liked the Hulk, and together they would fight evil. Each night their blue school uniforms lay ready, meticulously folded. Everything had a place and a label.

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Topline Russia extended the pre-trial detention of WNBA star Brittney Griner Tuesday until at least July 2, state media outlet TASS reported, despite ongoing efforts to have her released since she was taken into custody in February, according to several reports. Brittney Griner #15 of United States stands attended for the national anthem before the women's ... [+] basketball game against Canada on Day 7 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Youth Arena on August 12, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Getty Images Key Facts Griner’s detention was extended an additional 18 days at "the request of the investigation," ​​a representative from the Khimki Court of the Moscow Region told TASS. This is the third time her detention has been extended: In March it was extended through May 19, and in May it was extended by 30 days to Saturday. Griner is considered wrongfully detained, “which signals that regardless of the status of her legal case, the U.S. government will seek to negotiate her release,” according to the WeAreBG website, a campaign to get Griner released. Griner’s WNBA team, the Phoenix Mercury, met Monday with the State Department to discuss the status of her case. Forbes has reached out to representatives for Griner for comment. Key Background Griner flew to Russia to play basketball in the country during her WNBA off-season, something many players do to offset the low pay they get in the U.S., compared to NBA players. Vape cartridges containing hashish oil were allegedly discovered in her luggage at the airport. She faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted on drug charges. The campaign to bring Griner home significantly ramped up over the last month, as the WNBA became more vocal in calling for her release. Griner is able to communicate with WNBA players through email. Last month, Forbes reported there were preliminary talks of releasing Griner through a prisoner swap with Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout. Griner’s wife, Cherelle Griner, has pleaded for President Biden to intervene and get her home. Last week LeBron James joined the cause, calling on Biden and Vice President Harris to take action to secure her release. Further Reading LeBron James Calls On Biden To Bring Brittney Griner Home From Russia (Forbes) Brittney Griner Communicating Through Email From Russian Detention (Forbes) Brittney Griner Involved In Possible Prisoner Swap With Russia (Forbes) Brittney Griner Reportedly Reclassified As ‘Wrongfully Detained’ In Russia By U.S. (Forbes)

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