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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Florida man who fatally stabbed friend over Trump convicted of second-degree murder
A Florida man who fatally stabbed a friend during an argument in 2022 over Donald Trump's businesses having gone bankrupt, is facing possibly spending the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of murder. Donald Jamesbrown Henry, 38, awaits a sentencing hearing tentatively scheduled for October after jurors found him guilty Friday of second-degree murder in the killing of Shawn Popp, whose death came to be regarded by some as an example of the havoc that politics can wreak on interpersonal relationships in the US. Henry's conviction, under Florida law, requires him to serve at least 16 years and nine months in prison without the possibility of parole. The state's maximum punishment for second-degree murder is life imprisonment. According to authorities, Popp was smoking marijuana at a friend's house in the community of Arcadia on 22 October 2022 when he and Henry – another visitor – became locked into an argument about Trump, who at the time was a fellow Florida resident in between his two presidencies. Related: 'We're anti-federal chaos': Democratic cities prepare for worst after Trump's tirades against DC and LA Popp made a statement about 'Trump going bankrupt', investigators wrote in a sworn statement that was later filed in court and reported on by Reuters. Henry, meanwhile, 'strongly believed that Donald Trump did not go bankrupt but instead … chose the wrong individuals to do business with, which caused it to fail', investigators wrote. A number of businesses that Trump ran before winning the 2016 and 2020 presidential races sought federal bankruptcy protection, and it was not clear whether the argument between Popp and Henry focused on any particular one of those cases. Regardless, the two ended up fighting, with Henry convinced Popp 'was talking to him like he was stupid', authorities alleged. Investigators said Henry then plunged the blade of a kitchen knife that he was sharpening into Popp's chest. Popp subsequently walked outside, crossed the street and collapsed dead after being overheard remarking, 'You stabbed me, you son of a bitch,' the news website Law & Crime reported. Once the local sheriff's office was called out to investigate, Henry claimed he had acted in self-defense and therefore had justifiably killed Popp. Henry maintained that fists were 'deadly weapons' and he had first been struck in the face by Popp, prompting him to use the knife and 'stop the threat', deputies wrote in their sworn statement. Deputies also accused Henry of explaining that his family members were high-ranking military members – and of saying that prior 'training' he had received in survival and weapons 'kicked in' during the fracas. Though Henry had 'superficial marks' on his forehead, investigators said they determined he did not have any injuries demonstrating that he needed to defend himself with deadly force. They jailed Henry – and on Friday, after brief jury deliberations at the conclusion of his trial, jurors returned a verdict finding him guilty of murder as well as trying to intimidate a witness out of cooperating with authorities, a statement from the DeSoto county sheriff's office said. 'This verdict is a testament to the dedication and hard work of [law enforcement] who never stopped pursuing justice,' the sheriff's office statement added.
Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
EA FC 25 Joao Felix FUTTIES SBC tasks, solutions, and more
Image via EA EA FC 25 have recently introduced a 97-rated Joao Felix FUTTIES card as part of the Pre-Season promo. It possesses remarkable statistics and he could be an ideal player to have in the attack. The Pre-Season promo essentially provides special cards to those players who have moved clubs as part of the Summer 2025 Transfer Window. Joao Felix with his move from Chelsea to Al Nassr was one of the biggest additions to the Saudi Pro League. Here are all details on how you can complete the Joao Felix SBC in EA FC 25. EA FC 25 Joao Felix FUTTIES SBC tasks There are a total of four tasks/squads that you have to build as part of the SBC, and completing them will provide you with the 97-rated LW card in the game. He will then reinforce your team's attack and help you score more goals. Listed below are all the tasks that you have to complete as part of the EA FC 25 Joao Felix FUTTIES SBC: Task 1: Portugal Number of TOTS/TOTW players in the squad: Min. 1 Number of Portuguese players in the squad: Min. 1 Min. team overall rating: 89 Reward: Small Prime Mixed players pack Task 2: Top Form Number of TOTS/TOTW players in the squad: Min. 1 Min. team overall rating: 89 Reward: Electrum Players Pack Task 3: 90-rated squad Number of TOTS or TOTW players in the squad: Min. 1 Min. team overall rating: 90 Reward: Premium Electrum Players Pack Task 4: 91-rated squad Number of TOTS or TOTW players in the squad: Min. 1 Min. team overall rating: 91 Reward: Small Prime Gold Players Pack Upon completing all these tasks, you will receive the Joao Felix FUTTIES card in EA FC 25. EA FC 25 Joao Felix FUTTIES SBC cheapest solutions You can use the following cards to complete the Joao Felix FUTTIES SBC in EA FC 25: Task 1: Portugal Martinez - 87 Hemp - 86 Oshoala - 85 Popp - 87 Bacha - 86 Mac Allister - 86 Calhanoglu - 86 Bruno Fernandes - 87 Bellingham - 90 Hegerberg - 89 Kluivert - 97 Task 2: Top Form Sommer - 87 Katoto - 88 Gundogan - 87 Dybala - 87 Benzema - 86 Bruno Fernandes - 87 Rodrygo - 95 Bellingham - 90 Geyoro - 86 Popp - 87 Hegerberg - 89 Task 3: 90-rated squad Martinez - 87 Sommer - 87 Pedri - 86 Hemp - 86 Joao Cancelo - 86 Park Ji Sung - 97 Bellingham - 90 Gundogan - 87 Barnes - 96 Dybala - 87 Claudia Pina - 83 Task 4: 91-rated squad Sommer - 87 Gomez - 95 Barnes - 96 Endler - 88 Joao Cancelo - 86 Mamardashvili - 85 Neuer - 86 Popp - 87 Maddison - 85 Kluivert - 97 Katoto - 88 It will cost you approximately 180 thousand coins worth players to complete all the tasks and get the 97-rated Joao Felix in EA FC 25. You can use fodder players to reduce the cost. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
DW
02-07-2025
- Sport
- DW
Euro 2025: How is Germany shaping up? – DW – 07/02/2025
A shock group stage exit at the 2023 World Cup and a number of retirements mean a new look Germany face their first big test at Euro 2025. Germany are the most successful team in Euros history with eight titles. New coach Christian Wück is leading the team in his firstmajor tournament and has already ruffled some feathers. Wück faced criticism from within the team for poor communication while dropping veteran defender Felicitas Rauch and Frankfurt striker Nicole Anyomi. Despite the snafu, it seems things have been papered over and Germany enter Switzerland in good spirits. "We're so excited to be here," said midfielder Linda Dallmann as the squad arrived earlier this week. The team is particularly pleased about another change from recent tournaments — Germany's camp is a stone's throw from downtown Zürich, a departure from the past approach of setting up an isolated compound far from any distractions (or things to do). "It's always cool to be well connected and have some opportunities for the team to get out and about. That's really important over the course of a tournament, so I think this is a perfect location," continued Dallmann. "It's great — its nice to have our own space, but also good that it's not only football, football, football and only seeing the exact same people all the time, even if we cherish time together as a team. It's always good to be able to get out into the city," said defender Rebecca Knaak, who's preparing for her first major tournament. Another change from Germany's 2023 World Cup outing should immediately catch fans' eyes. Giulia Gwinn's captain's armband will look different from Popp's: she will be sporting a rainbow armband, which was banned by FIFA in Australia and New Zealand. 'It's great that we'll be able to wear the rainbow armband. If we have the opportunity to wear it when we play, swapping it for something else is never up for debate," said Gwinn. Captian's armbands explicitly supporting LGBTQ+ pride have a controversial past in German football. In addition to FIFA not allowing them in the last women's World Cup, they were famously banned at the 2022 Men's World Cup in Qatar. The German team protested this decision before their tournament opener setting off a media firestorm which quickly heaped further pressure on the squad. UEFA has proven more lenient on the topic than FIFA in the past and rainbow armbands are likely to be a popular choice among captains in Switzerland. 'Our team stands for so much, and it's amazing that we can wear our values on our sleeve on such a big stage," said Gwinn. On paper, this Germany squad looks thin compared to the side which reached the final of the last Euros. The international retirements of Popp, Svenja Huth, Marina Hegering and Merle Frohms have left a deficit of top level experience while Lena Oberdorf, the engine of Germany's midfield, wasn't able to recover from a season-long injury. Gwinn's role will be crucial in bringing together the new generation. Sjoeke Nüsken, of Chelsea, is another who Wück will look to build his team around while the likes of Klara Bühl, Dallmann and Jule Brand need to make the step up from talented squad members to big game players if Germany are to succeed. Despite an exceptional goal record of 52 in 75 caps, Lea Schüller has spent her Germany career in the shadows, behind Popp. Her only previous tournament goals have come in big Germany wins against less fancied opposition but Schüller now has the weight of expectation on her shoulders. With three goals in Germany's last two matches and a hat trick in the German Cup final that completed the double for Bayern Munich in May, Schüller arrives brimming with confidence. Tournament debutants Poland are Germany's first opponent (July 4) and should prove straightforward if Wück's side play to their potential. After that, it's Denmark (July 8) and Sweden (July 12). The final group match looks the toughest, with the Swedes unbeaten since a loss to France in July 2024 and having knocked out the USA on a run to the semifinals of the 2023 World Cup. The likes of Magdalena Eriksson (121 caps), Sofia Jakobsson (165) and captain Kosovare Asllani (199) offer huge experience while Barcelona forward Fridolina Rolfö is a top class performer. Denmark also have one of those in Pernille Harder but appear to have less depth of talent and have struggled at recent tournaments.
Winnipeg Free Press
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Germany's new stars have a post-Popp point to prove at Euro 2025
BERLIN (AP) — Germany has unfinished business at the Women's European Championship after losing the final of the previous edition and following up with a shock group-stage exit at the 2023 Women's World Cup. Inspirational captain Alexandra Popp has left since those disappointments, leaving it up to a new generation of young stars to restore Germany's reputation as the most successful team in European women's soccer. Two-time world champion Germany has won eight of the 13 European Championship tournaments played so far, including six in a row from 1995-2013. But it hasn't won any major titles since. Germany looked poised to end that barren run when it faced England in the 2022 final, but Popp injured herself in the warmup and the team was already without Bayern Munich forward Klara Bühl because of a COVID-19 infection. England won 2-1 after extra time. The 2023 World Cup provided another opportunity. But a loss to Colombia followed by 1-1 draw with South Korea meant Popp's team failed to emerge from Group H – the first time Germany failed to reach the quarterfinals at a Women's World Cup. 'Times have changed,' Germany coach Christian Wück said. 'Everything has become closer, the other countries have become very strong, maybe even overtaken us. For us it's a big challenge and also a great honor that we can even challenge for the title at a European Championship.' Wück took over in August last year from interim coach Horst Hrubesch, who took over after the German soccer federation ended its five-year collaboration with Martina Voss-Tecklenburg. She was on sick leave after the World Cup disappointment. Wück previously worked with Germany's men's youth teams, leading the Under-17s to European and World Cup titles in 2023, and he acknowledged in an interview with news agency DPA that he still sometimes calls his players 'guys' when he's shouting instructions from the touchline. 'I don't think they think much about it. They just laugh their heads off when I say, 'Hey guys, pay attention!'' Wück said. But Wück has faced public criticism from some of his players. North Carolina Courage defender Felicitas Rauch and Eintracht Frankfurt forward Nicole Anyomi complained about a lack of communication from the Germany coach before they were omitted from his Euro 2025 squad. 'If there were irritations — and there were — then they have to be cleared up,' said Wück, who added he spoke with both Rauch and Anyomi. The 16-team tournament in Switzerland comes too soon for Bayern Munich star Lena Oberdorf, who's still working her way back from a knee injury sustained almost a year ago in a win over Austria. But Germany will have plenty of pace in attack through Bühl, Lea Schüller, and Jule Brand, while Selina Cerci was the Bundesliga's joint-top scorer last season with 16 goals for Hoffenheim. Bayern defender Giulia Gwinn will captain the team, which starts its campaign Friday against Poland. Germany then faces Denmark on July 8 and Sweden on July 12 in Group C. Germany warmed up on June 3 with a 6-0 rout of Austria in Vienna, where Bühl scored one goal and set up three more. That came four days after a 4-0 victory over the Netherlands and stretched the team's winning run to five games. 'I said from the start that I wanted to instill in the team the belief that they are capable of seeing it through to the end and perhaps even (winning) this title and lifting this trophy,' Wück said. 'I believe we're on the right track.' ___ AP soccer:
Reuters
24-04-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Delivery Hero confirms yearly forecast, but soft Asia knocks shares
April 24 (Reuters) - German online takeaway food company Delivery Hero ( opens new tab confirmed its 2025 guidance on Thursday, but a slip in growth in its crucial Asian market led investors and analysts to question the upbeat narrative for the region. GMV, a common metric for delivery firms measuring the total value of all goods sold, grew 5% to 12.37 billion euros ($14.03 billion), broadly in line with analysts' estimate of 12.34 billion euros in a company-provided poll, opens new tab that was based on reported currency and assumption of high inflation. In the core Asian market, the company's quarterly GMV fell to 5.4 billion euros from 6.1 billion euros a year earlier and slightly missed consensus expectations. The region, Delivery Hero's most important one since its $4 billion deal in South Korea in 2019, accounts for roughly one third of its global sales. "We think this weakness will likely play into competitive concerns in the Korean market," analysts from UBS said in their note to investors. The Glovo owner's shares fell as much as 10% in early trading, with a trader pointing to weaker business in Asia. They were down 4% as of 0911 GMT. In a call with Reuters, Chief Financial Officer Marie-Anne Popp reiterated the company's optimistic stance on South Korea, saying it expected the market to return to growth this year. "We're in the process of rapidly ramping up on delivery," Popp said about the market. "We also probably had a customer value proposition that wasn't good enough." She said Delivery Hero was addressing a lot of the things where it could and should be better, with some improvements already in place. The company on Wednesday said it would stop operating its platform in Thailand in May. Popp said the group considers a market's profitability and maturity when assessing its presence, including possible exits. "Not being profitable is not necessarily a sense that things are not going well. It's also a level of maturity," she said, adding Delivery Hero had no current plans to enter other markets. ($1 = 0.8818 euros)
