Texas top court lets ban on gender treatments for minors take effect
By Brendan Pierson The Texas Supreme Court on Thursday allowed a state law banning gender-affirming care for transgender
1970-01-01 08:00
Aston Villa ease into Conference League group stage with win over Hibernian
Aston Villa booked a place in the Europa Conference League group stage by sweeping aside Hibernian 3-0 on the night and 8-0 on aggregate. Villa, who won the first leg of their qualifying play-off 5-0 last week in Edinburgh, underlined their superiority over managerless Hibs with goals from Jhon Duran and Leon Bailey before the interval. Substitute Matty Cash struck his third goal in two games just after the hour-mark as Villa, hosting a European tie for the first time in 13 years, made it four straight wins in all competitions. Unai Emery’s side will learn who they face in the Europa Conference League group stage on Friday when the draw is made in Monaco. Hibs, who sacked manager Lee Johnson on Sunday after a home defeat to Livingston left them bottom of the cinch Premiership without a point, were backed throughout by their noisy band of 2,200 travelling supporters. But the visitors were reminded of the gulf in class between the two sides in the 12th minute when Duran opened the scoring. The Colombia forward burst between Hibs’ centre-backs Rocky Bushiri and Paul Hanlon on to Pau Torres’ excellent pass and swept the ball home. Hibs have put former defender David Gray in temporary charge for a third time and they responded through Jordan Obita’s effort, which forced Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen into a flying save. But Villa made it 7-0 on aggregate when teenage debutant Omari Kellyman laid on their second goal in the 34th minute. The 17-year-old skipped past a tackle and slid in Bailey, who cut back on to his left foot on the right edge of the area to fire beyond Hibs goalkeeper David Marshall. Emery, who made six changes from the side which won 3-1 at Burnley last weekend, sent on Cash and captain John McGinn – against his former club – for the start of the second half. Cash, who fired a double at Turf Moor on Sunday, made it 3-0 on the night just after the hour-mark, burying a rebound after Marshall had failed to hold on to Bailey’s fierce free-kick. McGinn was denied a goal after more neat interplay from Villa by a last-ditch block before the home side took their foot off the gas. Hibs, given a rousing send off by their impressive fans at the final whistle, will now focus on Sunday’s league game at Aberdeen, where they will bid to kick-start their domestic season. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Andy Murray admits grand slam chances may never improve after US Open defeat Liverpool agree £35million deal with Bayern Munich for Ryan Gravenberch Jack Draper overcomes injury worries to reach US Open third round
1970-01-01 08:00
Laurentian Bank Drops as CEO Is Silent About Strategy Review
Laurentian Bank of Canada is still conducting a strategic review that could lead to a sale, but the
1970-01-01 08:00
New video purports to show Prigozhin days before his death
A new video published by pro-Wagner PMC Telegram channel Grey Zone on Wednesday appears to show Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin claiming to be in Africa shortly before his death.
1970-01-01 08:00
Beyonce speaks out on being named honorary mayor of Santa Clara, says 'Today, I am the mayor'
'She has spent a great amount of time honing her craft, not just to create memorable anthems around the world,' said Beyonce's representative
1970-01-01 08:00
Fiorentina president confirms 'other clubs' want Man Utd target Sofyan Amrabat
The latest on Sofyan Amrabat's proposed move to Man Utd - including what Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso has said about the transfer saga.
1970-01-01 08:00
Texas ban on public drag performances blocked by judge
By Daniel Wiessner A federal judge in Texas on Thursday temporarily blocked the state's law limiting public drag
1970-01-01 08:00
Frosty Fans: Oklahoma fan boycotting Wendy’s because of Caleb Williams
Caleb Williams is going to do more work for Wendy's than Brady Quinn, and quite possibly the late, great Dave Thomas. All the while, many Oklahoma football fans are in absolute shambles over this.
1970-01-01 08:00
Mexico Peso Sinks After Central Bank Says It’ll Cut Currency Hedge Program
Mexico’s peso sank after the central bank said it will reduce a hedge program designed to tame volatility,
1970-01-01 08:00
Food ads are in the crosshairs as Burger King, others face lawsuits for false advertising
Food ads have long made their subjects look bigger, juicier and crispier than they are in real life
1970-01-01 08:00
Covid fraudster used pandemic rescue funds to buy alpaca farm
The pizzeria owner used a $660,000 Covid-era loan to buy a farm, cars, and radio airtime.
1970-01-01 08:00
10 Facts About the Portuguese Man O’ War
The Portuguese Man O' War might look like a bloated jellyfish, but it’s actually a strange amalgamation of tiny life forms.
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