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BBC News
05-08-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Clarets know 'anguish, distress and elation'
We know the relationship between a football fan and their club is a special one so, as we gear up for the new season, we asked you to share why you fell in love with Burnley and some of your favourite moments supporting are some of your submissions: John: Watching Burnley play Spurs about 1960 and Jimmy McIlroy doing his party trick with the ball by taunting and feigning Spurs' Dave McKay at the corner flag. Then Danny Blanchflower coming over and saying: "Mac, get out of there - he'll have you there all day."A beautiful memory David: I love Burnley. I've never been there to see them play but I've always been a fan. My first memory of Burnley was the cup final against Tottenham on 5 May 1962. I had just engaged with football, I was eight years old, I followed the underdogs and I liked their shirts.I'm 71 now and I still love them. My memories include John Connelly, Jimmy McIlroy, Harry Potts, Andy Lochhead, Ralph Coates, Willie Morgan... you get the picture. I recall the season when Burnley were bottom of Division Four and about to leave the football hierarchy - the anguish, the distress and the elation of surviving. All footy fans know the anguish and the have always been my team - best I go and see them soon before it is too late. Send your pictures and stories here
Washington Post
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
Pope Leo teaches a lesson from Jesus that JD Vance should listen to
John Connelly is a professor of history at the University of California at Berkeley, and the author of 'From Enemy to Brother: The Revolution in Catholic Teaching on the Jews.' Soon after taking office, Vice President JD Vance stumbled into a dispute with the Vatican about the heart of church teaching: the duty to love one's neighbor. In a TV interview, Vance elaborated a 'Christian concept that you love your family, and then you love your neighbor, and then you love your community, and then you love your fellow citizens in your own country, and then after that you can focus and prioritize the rest of the world.' Pope Francis responded that Christians do not dole out love 'little by little' in ever weaker concentric circles, and an account under Leo's name, when he was a cardinal, tweeted the headline of a column in the National Catholic Reporter: 'JD Vance is wrong, Jesus doesn't ask us to rank our love for others.'
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Time of India
Virginia Giuffre dies by suicide at 41: Full list of people linked to Epstein files who are dead
Virginia Giuffre , one of the most outspoken survivors in the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking scandal, has died by suicide at the age of 41, her family announced. Her death adds to the growing list of individuals tied to Epstein who have died under tragic or suspicious circumstances, deepening the cloud surrounding the years-long case. "It is with utterly broken hearts that we announce that Virginia passed away last night at her farm in Western Australia," her family said in a statement. 'She lost her life to suicide, after being a lifelong victim of sexual abuse and sex trafficking,' it added. Giuffre, originally from Florida, had become the face of the movement to hold Epstein and his associates accountable. Her testimony was pivotal in investigations that ultimately led to Ghislaine Maxwell 's conviction in 2021. She also filed a high-profile lawsuit in 2021 against Prince Andrew , alleging that he sexually abused her when she was 17. Although he denied the charges, the British royal settled the case out of court in 2022 without admitting wrongdoing. Her death now joins a pattern: Epstein died by suicide in a New York jail in 2019 while awaiting trial. Jean-Luc Brunel, the French modelling agent accused of procuring girls for Epstein, died by suicide in a French prison in 2022. Alfredo Rodriguez, Epstein's former house manager who tried to sell his 'black book' of contacts, died of mesothelioma in 2015. Longtime Epstein associate Marvin Minsky, who was accused by Giuffre of abuse, died in 2016. Investigative journalist John Connelly, who pursued Epstein's ties and alleged coverups, died in 2021. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Here is the full list: Name Status Ghislaine Maxwell Alive Virginia Giuffre Deceased Prince Andrew Alive John Connelly Deceased Jean-Luc Brunel Deceased Bill Clinton Alive Donald Trump Alive Hillary Clinton Alive David Copperfield Alive John Connelly Unknown Alan Dershowitz Alive Leonardo DiCaprio Alive Al Gore Alive Stephen Hawking Deceased Ehud Barak Alive Michael Jackson Deceased Marvin Minsky Deceased Kevin Spacey Alive George Lucas Alive Jean Luc Brunel Deceased Cate Blanchett Alive Naomi Campbell Alive Sharon Churcher Unknown Bruce Willis Alive Bill Richardson Deceased Cameron Diaz Alive Glenn Dubin Alive Eva Andersson-Dubin Alive Noam Chomsky Alive Tom Pritzker Alive Chris Tucker Alive Sarah Ferguson Alive Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Alive James Michael Austrich Unknown Juan and Maria Alessi Unknown Janusz Banasiak Unknown Bella Klein or Klen Unknown Leslie or Lesley Groff Unknown Victoria Bean Unknown Rebecca Boylan Unknown Dana Burns Unknown Ron Eppinger Unknown Daniel Estes Unknown Annie Farmer Alive Maria Farmer Alive Anouska De Georgiou Alive Louis Freeh Alive Alexandra Fekkai Unknown Jo Jo Fontanella Unknown Virginia Giuffre Alive Lynn Miller Unknown Crystal Figueroa Unknown Anthony Figueroa Unknown Eric Gany Unknown Meg Garvin Unknown Sheridan Gibson-Butte Unknown Ross Gow Unknown Fred Graff Unknown Robert Giuffre Unknown Philip Guderyon Unknown Alexandra Hall Unknown Joanna Harrison Unknown Shannon Harrison Unknown Victoria Hazel Unknown Brittany Henderson Unknown Brett Jaffe Unknown Forest Jones Unknown Sarah Kellen Unknown Adriana Ross Unknown Carol Kess Unknown Dr. Steven Olson Unknown Stephen Kaufmann Unknown Wendy Leigh Deceased Peter Listerman Unknown Tom Lyons Unknown Nadia Marcinkova Unknown Bob Meister Unknown Jamie Melanson Unknown Donald Morrell Unknown David Mullen Unknown David Norr Unknown Joe Pagano Unknown May Paluga Unknown Stanley Pottinger Unknown Detective Joe Recarey Deceased Chief Michael Reiter Unknown Rinaldo and Debra Rizzo Unknown Sky Roberts Unknown Kimblerley Roberts Unknown Lynn Roberts Unknown Haley Robson Unknown Dave Rodgers Unknown Alfredo Rodriguez Deceased Scott Rothinson Unknown Forest Sawyer Alive Dough Schoetlle Unknown Johanna Sjoberg Alive Cecilia Stein Unknown Marianne Strong Unknown Mark Tafoya Unknown Emmy Taylor Unknown Brent Tindall Unknown Kevin Thompson Unknown Ed Tuttle Unknown Les Wexner Alive Abigail Wexner Alive Cresenda Valdes Unknown Emma Vaghan Unknown Anthony Valladares Unknown Christina Venero Unknown Maritza Vazquez Unknown Vicky Ward Alive Jarred Weisfield Unknown Sharon White Unknown Courtney Wild Alive Daniel Wilson Unknown Mark Zeff Unknown Dr. Chris Donahue Unknown Dr. Wah Wah Unknown Judith Lightfoot Unknown Dr. Karen Kutikoff Unknown Dr. Carol Hayek Unknown Dr. John Harris Unknown Dr. Darshanee Majaliyana Unknown Dr. Mona Devansean Unknown Dr. Scott Robert Geiger Unknown Dr. Michele Streeter Unknown Donna Oliver Unknown Giuffre's brother, Danny Wilson, told NBC News she had been suffering from renal failure and mental health struggles. 'She was in real physical pain… but I think that the mental pain was worse,' he said. Her lawyer, Sigrid McCawley, called her 'a dear friend and an incredible champion for other victims,' while her representative, Dini von Mueffling, said she was 'one of the most extraordinary human beings I have ever had the honour to know.' 'Virginia was a fierce warrior in the fight against sexual abuse and sex trafficking,' her family said. 'In the end, the toll of abuse is so heavy that it became unbearable for Virginia to handle its weight.' As one of the earliest whistleblowers in the Epstein case, Giuffre often urged authorities to believe survivors. 'Take us serious, we matter,' she once told NBC's Dateline. Her voice, now silenced, leaves behind a trail of unanswered questions and a longer list of Epstein-linked deaths.
Khaleej Times
25-02-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
More players, products set to redefine UAE's gaming industry
The UAE is poised to redefine its entertainment and tourism sectors as it accelerates the licensing of international gaming vendors, including industry giant Wynn Resorts, and prepares to launch innovative gaming products, according to gaming industry experts. In five years, the UAE could rival Singapore and Macau as a premium gaming destination, predict gaming industry experts. Its strategic location between Europe, Asia, and Africa positions it uniquely, they said. In a landmark move, the UAE established the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) in 2023 to oversee the burgeoning gaming sector. The GCGRA has since licensed six major operators, including Wynn Resorts, Aristocrat and Smartplay. With the GCGRA continuing to license gaming vendors, the UAE is expected to introduce new gaming products, including lotteries, prize draws, and integrated gaming systems for both online and land-based casinos, according to the latest UAE 2025 report from Dubai Casinos. 'Although Internet and Sports Wagering licences have yet to be approved, industry experts predict that 2025 could bring regulatory changes, with potential breaking news on online gaming licences. Meanwhile, the focus remains on physical casinos and lottery expansions, shaping the UAE's evolving gambling landscape,' Dubai Casinos said. Esports and virtual reality gaming are also on the radar, capitalising on the nation's youth demographic. Wynn Al Marjan is developing a $3.9 billion integrated resort in Ras Al Khaimah, which is slated to open in 2027. These licences signal the UAE's commitment to creating a structured, world-class gaming environment. According to CBRE Institutional Research, Wynn could generate gross gaming revenues of $1.38 billion annually, with net revenues reaching $1.8 billion. The first lottery licence was awarded to The Game LLC in July 2024. According to Jim Murren, chairman of the GCGRA, the launch of the UAE Lottery was 'a pivotal event that not only marks the establishment of a disciplined world-class regulatory framework for lottery activities but also underscores our commitment to nurturing a secure and enriched commercial gaming environment in the UAE.' The UAE's regulatory approach is meticulous, ensuring compliance with both international standards and local cultural values, says John Connelly, a former gaming executive and advisor to GCC markets. 'By partnering with established players like Wynn, the country gains credibility and expertise to avoid pitfalls seen in other regions.' Wynn Resorts CEO Craig Billings echoed general industry optimism: 'Ras Al Khaimah's project is just the beginning. The UAE's vision and execution capabilities will set a new benchmark for integrated resorts globally.' 'Gaming will be a catalyst for job creation and ancillary sectors like hospitality and retail,' says a Dubai-based financial analyst at KPMG. Beyond casinos, and state-administered lotteries and prize draws, industry experts expect that integrated gaming systems will merge digital platforms with physical venues, offering seamless experiences. For instance, patrons could use mobile apps to book casino tables or participate in hybrid esports tournaments. Analysts project the UAE's gaming market could generate up to $6.6 billion annually by 2030, with casinos driving tourism growth. The Wynn Al Marjan Island resort alone is anticipated to draw 5 million visitors yearly. CBRE Institutional Research estimates the total addressable market for GGR in the UAE at $8.5 billion, while a base case in which three IRs are developed – potentially one each in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ras Al Khaimah – is pegged at $6 billion annually. According to Morgan Stanley, the UAE's potential to rival or even exceed Singapore in the integrated resort (IR) market is very real, especially with major projects like the Wynn Resorts development in Ras Al Khaimah. Analysts at Morgan Stanley said the UAE is growing rapidly in terms of ultra-high-net-worth individuals. 'While it may have fewer millionaires than some of its competitors, the rate of growth in the wealthiest segments of the population outpaces Singapore. This is crucial for the casino market, which thrives on customers who are willing to spend large sums of money on gaming and entertainment.'
