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Zambia Bondholder Deal Needs Changes to Align with IMF Program
Zambia Bondholder Deal Needs Changes to Align with IMF Program
Zambia must refine an initial debt-restructuring deal it announced with holders of $3 billion in eurobonds, the International
2023-11-11 20:19
New Jersey officials investigating fatal police shooting of mentally ill man after police said he lunged at them with knife
New Jersey officials investigating fatal police shooting of mentally ill man after police said he lunged at them with knife
The New Jersey Attorney General's office is investigating the fatal shooting of a man who family and authorities say was mentally ill, after police said he lunged at them with a knife.
2023-08-29 12:23
I am full of energy – Jurgen Klopp says he does not need break from management
I am full of energy – Jurgen Klopp says he does not need break from management
Jurgen Klopp insists he does not need a break from Premier League management following a disappointing campaign with Liverpool. The Reds missed out on Champions League qualification after finishing outside the top four for the first time in a full season under the German. Sunday’s thrilling 4-4 draw at relegated Southampton stretched Liverpool’s unbeaten top-flight run to 11 games but the late resurgence was not enough to make up for earlier poor results. Klopp, the division’s longest-serving manager, maintains he is “full of energy” and ready to revive the club’s fortunes going into the summer. Asked if he needs time off, the Reds boss replied: “No, no, no, not at all. Honestly, I’m completely fine. “If you’d asked me 11 games ago, ‘do you want to have a break?’, I would have thought about it, to be honest. “But I’m absolutely fine, full of energy. “I have a break – I don’t have training and these kind of things. But a really busy period hopefully starts now in a different area of the game. I’m more than happy to do that. “I will find time to reenergise and then we start again in July.” Liverpool’s fifth-placed finish was their lowest since they finished eighth in 2015-16 – the season during which Klopp replaced Brendan Rodgers at Anfield. The Reds looked destined to sign off this term in style following early strikes from Diogo Jota and Roberto Firmino at St Mary’s. But quick-fire second-half finishes from substitute Cody Gakpo and Jota were required to avoid a major shock after Kamaldeen Sulemana’s double and goals from James Ward-Prowse and Adam Armstrong turned a chaotic contest in Southampton’s favour. Klopp believes his club has stuck together during some difficult moments and is determined that they regain a fear factor for rival sides. “There is not a lot to learn (from the season) but a lot of clubs when the expectations are as high as ours when things don’t go well pretty quickly you start blaming each other,” he said. “That didn’t happen here. I'm absolutely fine, full of energy Jurgen Klopp “The better you behave in a crisis, the better you get out of it – and I really thought that was the case for us. “We’re really, really not happy about it and for a club like us it’s massive not to qualify for the Champions League. “If we improve, we are all of a sudden again a team nobody wants to play against and that’s what we have to become again. “There were a lot of games in the season where I think teams were happy to face us. That’s actually the worst thing that can happen to you and I hated these moments. But that’s over and now let’s start again.” Southampton are preparing for life in the Sky Bet Championship following an exhilarating end to a dismal season. Saints manager Ruben Selles, who will leave the club and is likely be replaced by Swansea boss Russell Martin, conducted a performance review ahead of his departure. “We discussed the points we can do better, the points we need to hold,” said the Spaniard. “We needed to end in a professional way and that’s not a discussion because it’s not about us as a technical staff, it’s about Southampton and the information we can pass to the future people working here is key in not repeating the same mistakes. “If they find themselves in the same situations that we did, at least they have this footage and experience of what we did. “We did our review as a technical staff together. We got some conclusions for us and somebody will present it in the proper place to present it. “It’s not for us to decide for the future but it is for us to say what we think can be different next season.” Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Budapest gold is ‘pipe dream’ as Eilish McColgan bids to break 30-minute barrier Sean Dyche outlines vision for Everton’s future and calls for realism Everton’s great escape will not automatically solve problems – leading academic
2023-05-29 17:05
'Survival of the Thickest' review: Think 'Sex and the City' but more fun, and more inclusive
'Survival of the Thickest' review: Think 'Sex and the City' but more fun, and more inclusive
Michelle Buteau is long overdue for her moment. Although fans may recognize her from BET's
2023-07-13 18:44
Brookfield’s Origin Bid Dealt Fresh Blow by Top Investor
Brookfield’s Origin Bid Dealt Fresh Blow by Top Investor
Pension giant AustralianSuper has again rebuffed Brookfield Asset Management and EIG Global Energy Partners’ A$19.4 billion ($12.6 billion)
2023-11-13 12:47
Federal Reserve is likely to skip a rate hike at pivotal meeting Wednesday yet signal more to come
Federal Reserve is likely to skip a rate hike at pivotal meeting Wednesday yet signal more to come
The Federal Reserve, having raised interest rates at the fastest pace in four decades, is poised Wednesday to leave rates alone for the first time in 15 months to allow time to gauge the impact of its aggressive drive to tame inflation
2023-06-14 12:01
US Open picks 2023: Expert picks, best bets for LACC
US Open picks 2023: Expert picks, best bets for LACC
US Open picks and best bets for the 2023 tournament at Los Angeles Country Club as we have outrights, Top 10s and more PGA Tour expert picks for the third major.US Open week is finally here as we head to Los Angeles Country Club for the first time in the history of this event and, truly, for com...
2023-06-13 00:33
Wilders Dutch vote: Centre-right VVD rules out role in cabinet
Wilders Dutch vote: Centre-right VVD rules out role in cabinet
The decision by the Dutch VVD leader is a blow for Mr Wilders' bid to form a majority government.
2023-11-24 21:07
Polish State Fund PFR Seeks Higher Dividend From Pekao Bank
Polish State Fund PFR Seeks Higher Dividend From Pekao Bank
Polish state development fund PFR is seeking a higher dividend from Pekao SA, the country’s second biggest lender.
2023-06-03 20:37
French federation backs Galthie despite World Cup defeat
French federation backs Galthie despite World Cup defeat
The French Rugby Federation (FFR) said on Monday that head coach Fabien Galthie was the right man to lead the team despite the Rugby World...
2023-10-16 18:35
Mueller kick-starts Germany's post-Flick era with win over France
Mueller kick-starts Germany's post-Flick era with win over France
Veteran forward Thomas Mueller kick started Germany's post-Hansi Flick era, scoring early to set the Euro 2024 hosts on the way to a 2-1 win...
2023-09-13 05:13
Woman defends her $7,000 cheese board
Woman defends her $7,000 cheese board
Charcuterie boards have become a major food trend over recent years, with many creators taking to social media to show off their fancy boards filled with various fruit, meats, and cheeses. One TikToker known for showing off her luxury meals is Emmy Rener, who goes by the username @sophisticatedspreads. Recently she made a series of videos detailing what her luxury boards contain - and their high price tag. On 30 September, Rener posted a video showing what a $7,000 cheese board looks like. After being viewed over five million times, many questioned how deli meats and cheeses somehow ended up costing that much. “The math is not mathing,” one person commented on Rener’s video. Some viewers even went on to mention their own charcuterie boards they either made themselves or had catered. “My $250 cheese board had just as much,” one person pointed out in the comments section. “I had my entire wedding of 110 people catered with three courses and two choices of meat for $2500........” another commenter wrote, questioning the price. Because of the huge reaction to Rener’s price point, she made a follow-up video providing an explanation. To preface the video, the cheese board entrepreneur explained that she didn’t need to “defend” her prices, but was making the video to help other business owners. “I’m making it clear to the other business owners who don’t know their worth: You can charge whatever you want! And if people are booking it and your clients are happy, then you’re doing it right,” she said. @sophisticatedspreads #grazingtable #cheeseboard #charcuterieboard ♬ original sound - vibey music ? ? ? She continued to explain what contributed to the cost of the board. The table was 25-feet long and was the only food being served at an engagement party with 150 guests. The client requested a “hand-woven garland” made by a florist as well as “artisan cheeses” which both required an extra charge. But the biggest reason for the was that the party was taking place in Napa Valley, California while Rener’s company is based in Los Angeles. The drive is over six and a half hours long, so required Rener to take a team of people with her and stay in a hotel overnight. @sophisticatedspreads Replying to @Ashley Kara #greenscreen ♬ original sound - emmy “So before you get your panties in a wad, do your research,” she ended the video. After this follow-up video many people took to the comments to explain how much the price had suddenly made sense, with a few even mentioning that Rener could have charged more for her cheese board. “This isn’t just a cheese board. This is a buffet table. Considering the hotel for a team and the handmade garlands, I think the $7K is reasonable,” one person commented. Another person agreed, writing, “Babe. My fav artisan cheese costs 15 bucks for a hunk that is the size of my palm. OF COURSE ITS $7000!!!” “Low-key including travel and hotel I would expect to pay 9-10k for this so 7k is a deal in my eyes,” a commenter wrote, saying that Rener could have charged more money. The Independent has contacted Rener for comment. Read More The symbolic foods eaten during the festival of Diwali How to get free nuggets at Wendy’s for the rest of the year Why I’m giving up sobriety when everyone else is giving up drinking The symbolic foods eaten during the festival of Diwali How to get free nuggets at Wendy’s for the rest of the year Why I’m giving up sobriety when everyone else is giving up drinking
2023-11-11 02:01