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BBCElton John quits Twitter blaming change in misinformation policy
The website recently rolled back a policy aimed at tackling the spread of Covid falsehoods.
Associated PressSyracuse advances to program's first NCAA College Cup final
Levonte Johnson tapped in a cross from Nathan Opoku in the 86th minute and No. 3 seed Syracuse beat Creighton 3-2 on Friday night to advance to the NCAA College Cup final. Syracuse (18-2-4) secured its first national championship appearance in men's soccer after extending its unbeaten streak to 13 games. Syracuse led 1-0 and 2-1 but it was familiar territory for Creighton, which trailed 1-0 in four of its five tournament games.
ReutersPanama ex-President Martinelli to stand trial on money laundering charge
A Panamanian judge summoned former President Ricardo Martinelli to stand trial for a money laundering charge, investigators said on Friday. Martinelli, who was in office from 2009 to 2014, is accused of laundering public funds through the purchase of a news outlet during his term. In a statement earlier on Friday, Panama's judiciary said arguments presented in a preliminary case in November showed that the funds used in the purchase were of illegal origin.
PeopleJennifer Garner Packed This Practical Black Tote Bag with Endless Supplies for a Family Road Trip
Shop the editor-approved bag, plus similar styles for as little as $30
- LA Times
If Baker Mayfield sticks with Rams, he likely will be dealing with coaching changes
Rams offensive coordinator Liam Coen might head back to Kentucky and other assistants also are likely on the move as Baker Mayfield acclimates to new team.
- Associated Press
Trainer Jason Servis pleads guilty to drugging his horses
Trainer Jason Servis, whose horse Maximum Security was the 3-year-old champion in 2019, pleaded guilty Friday to federal charges involving a widespread scheme to drug horses. The 65-year-old New Jersey-based trainer faces four years in prison when he is sentenced next May in U.S. District Court in Manhattan. Servis pleaded guilty in connection with his role in the distribution of adulterated and misbranded drugs intended for use on horses in his stable.
- National Review
Twitter Executive Met with FBI Weekly around 2020 Election, Documents Show
The latest "Twitter Files" release reveals the internal discussions around Twitter’s decision to ban Donald Trump from the platform after the Capitol riot.
- BBC
Paul Whelan: US and Russia to explore more prisoner swaps
President Joe Biden's administration tells Paul Whelan, convicted of espionage, to "keep the faith".
- Variety
Busy Philipps Sets Comedic Shopping Special ‘Busy for the Holidays’ at QVC+ (EXCLUSIVE)
Busy Philipps will star in the upcoming special “Busy for the Holidays” on free platform QVC+. Part variety show and part shopping special, “Busy for the Holidays” premieres on Dec. 12 and is hosted by Philipps as she tries to help viewers overwhelmed by their holiday shopping who need a way to de-stress. She goes […]
- Miami Herald
Miami moves to designing final stretch of The Underline, a $140M urban park and trail
Eleven years in, Miami’s Underline has gone from unlikely notion and idealistic blueprint to hard construction and the debut of its first, wildly successful segment, Brickell Backyard.
- Miami Herald
Miami Hurricanes cornerback Stevenson turns pro. And UM welcomes recruits to campus
Miami Hurricanes cornerback Tyrique Stevenson on Friday became the 16th Canes player with remaining eligibility to leave the program.
- NY Daily News
‘Pick Your Poison’: The 7-11 Screen is a new wrinkle in the Nets’ offense
It happened with just under five minutes left in the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday. Kevin Durant had the ball about 10 feet behind the top of the key with Hornets defender JT Thor draped on him. Kyrie Irving flared from near the elbow and set a screen on Durant, bringing his man, Terry Rozier, with him. This is the moment both Edmond Sumner and Royce O’Neale ...
- BBC
Bangladesh accused of violent crackdown on free speech
Bangladesh denies it is cracking down on freedom of expression as opposition calls for protest march.
- Associated Press
Chargers' James, Callahan listed as doubtful vs. Dolphins
The Los Angeles Chargers are unlikely to have two of their starters in the secondary for Sunday night's game against the Miami Dolphins. Safety Derwin James and cornerback Bryce Callahan were listed as doubtful on Friday's injury report after not practicing all week. James, who leads all defensive backs with 106 tackles, is dealing with the effects of a quadriceps injury first suffered two weeks ago during a game at Arizona.
- People
Sarah Paulson and Amanda Peet Adopt 2 Puppies Together: 'New Addition to the Family'
The two best friends adopted their new four-legged friends from the Paw Works animal rescue nonprofit in Thousand Oaks, California
- Associated Press
NY Mets complete deals with LHP Quintana, RHP Robertson
The active New York Mets took two more steps toward restocking their pitching staff Friday night, finalizing contracts with free agents José Quintana and David Robertson. Quintana signed a $26 million, two-year contract that adds another veteran arm to the team’s revamped rotation. Robertson gets a one-year contract that brings the veteran reliever back to New York after two previous stints with the Yankees.
- USA TODAY
Mysterious Idaho student killings compounded by police contradictions, experts say
Families are questioning contradictions by Idaho police investigating the deaths of Ethan Chapin, Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves and Xana Kernodle
- Reuters
IMF chief Georgieva cites 'fruitful exchange' with China on debt issues
International Monetary Fund chief Kristlina Georgieva said she had a "fruitful exchange" with her Chinese counterparts this week on her repeated calls for accelerating debt treatments for countries like Zambia and Sri Lanka. Georgieva said the discussions touched on the common framework for debt treatment set up in late 2020 by China, the United State and other Group of 20 major economies, as well as some specific cases of countries seeking debt relief.
- People
Sex Lives of College Girls ' Pauline Chalamet Says Recording Sex Noises Is 'Epitome of Cringe'
"And they're like, 'We need a bit more moaning,'" Sex Lives of College Girls actress Pauline Chalamet explained of recording dialogue replacement for sex scenes on the HBO Max show
- LA Times
'It's pretty profound': How John Wall became a hero in D.C. community
Clippers guard John Wall returns to Washington, where he began a stellar NBA career and surpassed that stardom with his benevolent work in D.C.