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EA confirms new Iron Man game
EA confirms new Iron Man game
EA has confirmed its 'Iron Man' game in collaboration with Marvel.
1970-01-01 08:00
Labor Union Turns Up Heat in Battle Over Sale of US Steel
Labor Union Turns Up Heat in Battle Over Sale of US Steel
In a scathing letter sent by United Steelworkers to its members at US Steel Corp., the president of
2023-08-23 06:57
Nouhaila Benzina: The hijabi-wearing Moroccan making World Cup history
Nouhaila Benzina: The hijabi-wearing Moroccan making World Cup history
When Nouhaila Benzina steps onto the field for Morocco’s first match of the Women’s World Cup against Germany, she will make history — and not just as a player for the first Arab or North African nation ever in the tournament. The 25-year-old defender will be the first player to wear the Islamic headscarf at the senior-level Women’s World Cup. She and the Atlas Lionesses face two-time World Cup champions Germany in Melbourne, Australia, on Monday. “Girls will look at Benzina (and think) ‘That could be me,’” said Assmaah Helal, a co-founder of the Muslim Women in Sports Network said of the hijab. “Also the policymakers, the decision-makers, the administrators will say, ‘We need to do more in our country to create these accepting and open and inclusive spaces for women and girls to participate in the game.’” Benzina, who plays professional club soccer for the Association’s Sports of Forces Armed Royal – the eight-time defending champions in Morocco’s top women’s league – hasn’t yet been made available to speak to reporters here at the Women’s World Cup. In recent weeks, she has shared social media posts from others about the history-making nature of her World Cup appearance. “We are honored to be the first Arab country to take part in the Women’s World Cup,” Morocco captain Ghizlane Chebbak said on Sunday, “and we feel that we have to shoulder a big responsibility to give a good image, to show the achievements the Moroccan team has made.” Had Morocco qualified for the Women’s World Cup a decade ago, a player who wanted to wear the hijab during a game might have been forced to choose between that and representing her country. In 2007, a referee barred an 11-year-old Canadian girl from wearing a hijab during a club match. When the issue reached FIFA, the sport's global governing body banned head coverings in competitions it sanctioned, except for coverings that exposed the neck. FIFA cited “health and safety” concerns, some related to possible choking, with regulations forbidding “equipment that is dangerous to himself or another player.” “That really sent a strong message to Muslim women, particularly those who wear hijabs, (that) we don’t belong,” said Helal, an Australia-based operations manager of Creating Chances and Football United. Helal was among the social activists, Muslim athletes, and government and soccer officials who worked to overturn the ban. In 2012, FIFA granted the Asian Football Confederation a two-year trial period during which players would be allowed to wear head coverings at international competitions. No senior-level World Cups, men’s or women’s, were scheduled during the trial period. In 2014, FIFA lifted its ban on head coverings. Two years later, the under-17 Women’s World Cup in Jordan marked the first time Muslim players wore headscarves during an international FIFA event. Maryan Hagi-Hashi, a Melbourne resident who attended Morocco’s public practice session last week, said she is supporting the Atlas Lionesses alongside tournament co-host Australia. She appreciates the representation that the Moroccan team and Benzina provide, she said. Get all the latest Women’s World Cup odds here “There’s a mixture of (Muslim) women that wear hijab and don’t wear a hijab,” Hagi-Hashi said. “I think the world has realized there is diversity.” Helal said that since the ban was lifted, she has seen an increase in Muslim girls and women playing soccer, pursuing coaching pathways and leading their own football clubs. “I think it’s key to understand that the hijab is an essential part of a Muslim woman, should she choose to wear it,” Helal said. “It’s actually part of our identities.” Read More How ‘magic’ Lauren James can lead the new Lionesses at the Women’s World Cup England manager Sarina Wiegman reacts to ‘serious’ Keira Walsh injury As Sarina Wiegman solves one problem - a bigger one presents itself Why Keira Walsh is irreplaceable for England Bethany England: The Lionesses’ overlooked attacking threat in profile BBC pundit slams World Cup pitches after Keira Walsh injury – ‘It’s not good enough’
2023-07-28 23:18
Warzone 2 Unhinged BR Trios Explained
Warzone 2 Unhinged BR Trios Explained
Here's a breakdown of everything you need to know about Unhinged BR Trios in Warzone 2.
1970-01-01 08:00
Tommy Fleetwood is a Ryder Cup leader. Luke Donald says he 'absolutely could be a future captain'
Tommy Fleetwood is a Ryder Cup leader. Luke Donald says he 'absolutely could be a future captain'
Tommy Fleetwood’s leadership and experience are a vital part of Europe's Ryder Cup team at the Marco Simone club outside Rome
2023-09-26 23:26
US military advisers invoke lessons of Iraq in urging Israelis to avoid all-out ground assault in Gaza
US military advisers invoke lessons of Iraq in urging Israelis to avoid all-out ground assault in Gaza
American military officials are trying to steer Israel away from the type of brutal, urban combat the US engaged in against insurgents during the Iraq War, in an effort to keep the Israelis from getting bogged down in bloody, house-by-house fighting as they prepare for an assault on Gaza, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CNN.
2023-10-25 06:32
NHL forward Galchenyuk threatened police after incident: reports
NHL forward Galchenyuk threatened police after incident: reports
Former Arizona Coyotes forward Alexander Galchenyuk threatened to have police officers killed after being stopped for an incident that led the NHL club to release...
2023-07-16 01:17
The Texas town caught in the middle of America's border battle
The Texas town caught in the middle of America's border battle
Eagle Pass is the front line in a showdown over migrants between Texas and the federal government.
2023-07-30 07:52
Alabama QB competition appears to have an early frontrunner
Alabama QB competition appears to have an early frontrunner
There seems to be an early frontrunner to the Alabama starting quarterback job between Tyler Buchner, Jalen Milroe and Ty Simpson.Nick Saban may not have to name his starting quarterback at Alabama just yet, but it appears that Jalen Milroe has separated from Ty Simpson and Tyler Buchner during ...
2023-08-13 22:01
MLB The Show 22 Ranked Season 5 Rewards Announced
MLB The Show 22 Ranked Season 5 Rewards Announced
Time to get your Diamond Dynasty team ready for the new season of ranked seasons. Starting today at 3:00 PM EST, Season 5 of ranked seasons is set to begin.
1970-01-01 08:00
Olivia Dunne unveils astonishing $500K bonanza from a single social media masterpiece
Olivia Dunne unveils astonishing $500K bonanza from a single social media masterpiece
It is clear that Olivia Dunne's reign as the NIL queen will endure for years to come
2023-07-02 18:07
Kevin McCarthy and Eric Swalwell’s heated exchange on House floor revealed
Kevin McCarthy and Eric Swalwell’s heated exchange on House floor revealed
New details reveal that California Rep Eric Swalwell did not hold back when criticising Speaker Kevin McCarthy last month, reportedly calling him a “p****” on the House floor. According to The Daily Beast, the heated exchange stemmed from the events of 21 June, when Republicans voted to censure California Democratic Rep Adam Schiff. As Democrats chanted “Shame!” at their colleagues across the aisle, Mr Swalwell, standing near the speaker’s podium, had something to say to one Republican in particular – Mr McCarthy. “This is pathetic,” Mr Swalwell allegedly said to the House speaker, according to two members of Congress who spoke to the outlet. “You’re weak. You’re a weak man.” Mr McCarthy looked like “he had a vein popping out of his forehead,” one lawmaker told the outlet. Another said the House speaker stared down Mr Swalwell for roughly 10 seconds before deciding to walk away. The next day, the beef between the two lawmakers intensified. Just before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave a joint address to Congress, Mr Swalwell was right outside the chamber on the Republican side when Mr McCarthy reportedly spotted him. “McCarthy said, ‘If you ever say something like that to me again, I’m gonna kick the s*** out of you,’” one member told The Daily Beast. Another lawmaker expanded on this, recalling: “They were in each other’s faces. Basically nose-to-nose. And Rep Swalwell said something like, ‘Are we really gonna do this?’” The House speaker then allegedly threatened the California Democrat: “Call me a p**** again, and I’ll kick your a**.” Both lawmakers speaking to the outlet apparently recalled the next words from Mr Swalwell identically: “You. Are. A. P****.” But Mr McCarthy did not fulfill his promise, and instead the two congressmen stared each other down before McCarthy stepped to the side. The Independent has reached out to the offices of Speaker McCarthy and Mr Swalwell for comment. The bad blood between the Californians has been spilled before; back in January, shortly after McCarthy became speaker, he booted Mr Swalwell – as well as Mr Schiff – from the House Intelligence Committee. This also isn’t the first documented instance of name-calling in the recent past among Congress members. Georgia Republican Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene called Colorado Republican Rep Lauren Boebert a “little b****” last month on the House floor. Read More ‘Shame!’McCarthy booed and heckled on House floor after ‘phony’ censure against Democrat Adam Schiff White House attacks McCarthy’s impeachment gambit as ‘ridiculous, baseless stunt’ Marjorie Taylor Greene attacks special counsel Jack Smith as ‘little b****’ for Democrats Republican-led committee calls off vote to hold Meta's Mark Zuckerberg in contempt White House attacks McCarthy’s impeachment gambit as ‘ridiculous, baseless stunt’ Biden is welcoming far-right Italian Prime Minister Meloni for White House talks
2023-07-29 00:36