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Peru economy chief: improvement possible despite months of contraction
Peru economy chief: improvement possible despite months of contraction
By Marco Aquino LIMA Peru's economy contracted for a fifth consecutive month in September, landing well below forecasts,
2023-11-16 03:57
Is Stray Coming to Switch?
Is Stray Coming to Switch?
Wondering if Stray is coming to Nintendo Switch? Here's what you need to know.
1970-01-01 08:00
‘Sister Wives’ star Meri Brown snubs ex-husband Kody Brown, honors her late dad in Father’s Day post
‘Sister Wives’ star Meri Brown snubs ex-husband Kody Brown, honors her late dad in Father’s Day post
Following her recent divorce, 'Sister Wives' star Meri Brown posted a childhood photo of her with her dad for Father's Day
2023-06-19 14:21
Fortnite Black Friday Sales: Cosmetics, V-Bucks and More
Fortnite Black Friday Sales: Cosmetics, V-Bucks and More
Only a couple of Fortnite packs are getting discounts for Black Friday.
2023-11-22 05:48
Frontier Technology Inc. Adds Kay Kapoor to its Board of Directors
Frontier Technology Inc. Adds Kay Kapoor to its Board of Directors
DAYTON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 5, 2023--
2023-10-05 22:00
Is Vinicius the best player in the world right now? Real Madrid star’s brilliance has elevated the debate
Is Vinicius the best player in the world right now? Real Madrid star’s brilliance has elevated the debate
If Real Madrid-Manchester City has become that most modern of Champions League fixtures, this latest meeting showcased a vintage European Cup quality. It is that moment of true quality that comes out of almost nothing and can change almost everything about a tie. Both teams suffered from it on Tuesday. Both teams benefited from it. It did feel telling that two goals of the highest level came as their sides were enduring their most difficult periods of the game, but in this case more about the players responsible than the teams. This competition is not just about deciding the champions of Europe, after all. That pursuit instead often elevates the greatest player in the world, and it was victory that for so long decided the Ballon d’Or. There is now an opening there as the Lionel Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo era fully comes to an end, and Vinicius Junior is clearly one of those most willing to fill it. And with full speed. This is a player who has added such a complete range of abilities to that devastating pace. The nature of that first goal was testament to that, another jaw-dropping moment that was also one of those which reflected a player moving to another level. This wasn’t just scorching through a defence to side-foot it past a keeper - if such brilliance can even be described in that muted way - in that way Vinicius marked his early career. It was a strike hit with full confidence and power, that showcased a player growing into his game and his true qualities. It was a little like when Messi went from beating defenders and sliding the ball past goalkeepers to suddenly smashing in all range of strikes, if that is obviously not to directly compare the Brazilian to probably the greatest player of all time. There is a greater question now of who compares to Vinicius. He may well be the most effective player in the world right now, if not the very best. Kylian Mbappe still feels like he has a pure football level beyond anyone else but, as a global audience experienced a moment like that, it’s hard not to again wonder if he feels he is wasting himself in a league that isn’t really watched. The French star at this point has a few relevant games a year. Vinicius is making people take note almost every week. There is then their counterpart in sky blue. This time, however, it wasn’t Erling Haaland. For all the focus on Norwegian’s goals, there have been moments this season where it has felt like he’s been in a mutually beneficial competition with Kevin De Bruyne to be City’s best player. This was most true in the 4-1 victory over Arsenal, but the Belgian clearly won here. The goal was one of those essential interventions that characterises the career of great players, that step-up with something above anyone when it is most needed. And at the most exacting stage. Haaland may have leapt above his teammate in those discussions, but this was one of those games where it can least be understood why people say he is a great goalscorer rather than necessarily a great player. That isn’t a criticism, or even to say it’s actually true, but he was more at the fringes of general play here in that way that can happen. Madrid will know not to get complacent on that, though. The truth is that David Alaba and Toni Rudiger had to work extremely hard to limit his impact. It just left that space for De Bruyne, which sets up the second leg. Guardiola described it as “a play-off” as well as a final, but indicated he will seek to do something different in terms of tactics. This was a rare game where, even though City of course had more of the possession, they didn’t have full control of the game and probably weren’t the better team. “We try to adjust something for the second leg to be a bit more fluid, play with a bit more rhythm,” Guardiola said. This has the feel of one that is going to be decided by those margins. Two of the best players already indicated that. Read More Perfect moments help Man City and Real Madrid set up thrilling encore Kevin De Bruyne is Man City’s man for the big occasion but has he met his match? Is AC Milan vs Inter on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Champions League semi-final AC Milan are back – but not as how you remember them The Milan derby crowns Serie A’s return - here is why it means so much more AC Milan vs Inter predicted line-ups: Team news ahead of Champions League semi-final
1970-01-01 08:00
A Warning From History: Memes become medium as Internet worries Robert E Lee's melting could spark trend
A Warning From History: Memes become medium as Internet worries Robert E Lee's melting could spark trend
Charlottesville City Council decided to have Robert Lee's statue removed in 2021 after calling an emergency meeting within 20 minutes' notice
2023-10-27 16:36
Bankman-Fried Claims Jailing Him Would Violate Free-Speech Right
Bankman-Fried Claims Jailing Him Would Violate Free-Speech Right
FTX co-founder Samuel Bankman-Fried claims that revoking his bond and jailing him for speaking with a newspaper reporter
2023-08-02 10:50
10 biggest contracts in NBA History
10 biggest contracts in NBA History
In case you weren't feeling under-compensated, here's a list of the biggest contracts in NBA history.
2023-10-03 23:01
Exactech Names Darin Johnson CEO
Exactech Names Darin Johnson CEO
GAINESVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 26, 2023--
2023-09-26 21:01
Big game player Gundogan takes Man City to brink of the treble
Big game player Gundogan takes Man City to brink of the treble
Ilkay Gundogan produced when it mattered most for Manchester City once more as the German's double downed Manchester United 2-1 in the FA Cup final on Saturday in...
2023-06-04 02:30
'Two sides to every story': Kelly Kay slams late Spencer Webb's family for wanting her to take DNA test to prove paternity
'Two sides to every story': Kelly Kay slams late Spencer Webb's family for wanting her to take DNA test to prove paternity
Spencer Webb’s family recently issued a statement expressing their doubts surrounding Kelly Kay’s pregnancy and paternal identity of her newborn son
1970-01-01 08:00