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Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Guardians' lineup was sponsored by a betting company on same day as Emmanuel Clase news
You can't make this stuff up. Truly, there's no way. Sports betting has become tied hand in hand with the major sports leagues, including Major League Baseball. The Cleveland Guardians are currently missing two players on leave, Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase, while they are part of a sports-betting investigation. So you won't believe the sponsor for the Guardians' social media lineup post on Monday. It was Bet365. Have a look for yourself, down there below the lineup, from the official team account: MORE: New York Mets on insane win streak thanks to Backyard Baseball legend Pablo Sanchez Leagues want integrity, which is a fair desire. They also want sponsorship money, which is a fair desire. But in the case of sports betting, those can fly in the face of one another. This is a prime example. Maybe the Guardians had no way to escape such a sponsorship deal on short notice, but for this night in particular, it ends up being a brutal look. But that's how intertwined sports betting companies are with these leagues. It's right there to see in all its irony. MORE MLB NEWS: Dodgers sign Missouri football's QB to contract Blue Jays make Toronto history not achieved since 1992 World Series team Emmanuel Clase goes from trade target to concerning Guardians story Orioles' catcher used a Happy Gilmore swing to hit a home run There's a sad truth to Aaron Judge's injury for Yankees Edwin Diaz is MLB's best pitcher since learning his legs were different lengths
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NYC's ‘We're With Colbert' rally for late-night host is a bust with just 20 protesters
What a joke. A Big Apple rally in support of on-his-way-out 'Late Show' host Stephen Colbert drew fewer than two dozen people Sunday — with even the NYPD cops on scene quickly calling it a day since most of the demonstrators left after just a few minutes. Organizers said the 'We're With Colbert' gathering outside the CBS Broadcast Center on Manhattan's West Side said it was meant to be part of a nationwide call for 'integrity.' 'Our country is not perfect, never has been,' said the event's organizer, who would only identify himself as Matt and said his nickname is 'Slim.' 'But we've always had the First Amendment, and now Mango Mussolini is trying to take that from us,' he said, referring to a derogatory nickname for President Trump. CBS said declining viewership and diminishing profits led to its decision to end the show in May 2026, effectively firing the 61-year-old talk-show host Colbert — but critics claim the network bowed to pressure from Trump. CBS's parent company finalized an $8.4 billion merger with Skydance Media shortly after Colbert was told he was on his last season. The merger required federal approval. Colbert has also been among the top talk-show hosts who routinely roast Trump. 'This is a First Amendment attack,' a protester who refused to give her name said of the closing-down of the show. 'We can't stand for that.' Still, Colbert has also come under fire for featuring predominantly lefty-leaning guests. According to the right-leaning group MRC NewsBusters, Colbert has had 176 liberal guests and only one Republican on his show since 2022. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Ex-officer who took £5 guilty of gross misconduct
A former police officer, who admitted pocketing a £5 note he found while cleaning a police vehicle, has been found guilty of gross misconduct. A hearing into Jonathan Wolverson's conduct was held on 14 July by Chief Constable Jason Hogg. Mr Wolverson served as a Thames Valley Police constable at Banbury Police Station, in Oxfordshire, but left the service after the incident. In his ruling, Mr Hogg said: "The appropriate disciplinary action is for no formal action be taken." The misconduct panel heard Mr Wolverson joined the force in 2022 and the Appropriate Authority (AA) said his conduct "wholly compromised his position as a police officer". Between September and October 2024, it heard Mr Wolverson was conducting checks on a fleet police vehicle when he discovered the £5 note. The panel was told: "He showed this £5 cash note to his colleague and immediately said something along the lines of 'I'll keep it as a cleaning fee'. "He then put the money in his pocket and continued his shift. He made no attempt to identify the owner of the £5 cash note." The AA said Mr Wolverson had breached the standards of professional behaviour, in respect of honesty and integrity. 'Honesty throughout' The panel was told Mr Wolverson was emailed with details of the allegations and had "chosen not to provide any response". During an interview he previously attended about the allegations, the panel heard the former officer's response was that "he was frustrated at the state of the cars and continuously cleaning them and made a full and frank admission". Mr Hogg said: "On the balance of probabilities, the behaviour did amount to gross misconduct, on the simple basis that his actions fell below what the public would expect." Ruling there would be no formal action taken, he said: "The only two outcomes I have available are no sanction or dismissal - if the former officer had still been serving. Mr Wolverson had been "very foolish", said Mr Hogg, adding: "But as soon as he was challenged the former officer made a full and frank confession, to his credit this would not have become an investigation without his honesty throughout." The chief constable concluded former PC Wolverson would not be added to the barred list. You can follow BBC Oxfordshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram. More on this story Police officer stole £2.50 to pay off tuck shop debt Group with 'IQ of five' caught with 'stolen' bike Officer who stole Bitcoin from crime network jailed Former police worker must pay back £100,000 Related Links Thames Valley Police
BBC News
4 days ago
- BBC News
Former Thames Valley Police officer guilty of gross misconduct
A former police officer, who admitted pocketing a £5 note he found while cleaning a police vehicle, has been found guilty of gross misconduct.A hearing into Jonathan Wolverson's conduct was held on 14 July by Chief Constable Jason Wolverson served as a Thames Valley Police constable at Banbury Police Station, in Oxfordshire, but left the service after the his ruling, Mr Hogg said: "The appropriate disciplinary action is for no formal action be taken." The misconduct panel heard Mr Wolverson joined the force in 2022 and the Appropriate Authority (AA) said his conduct "wholly compromised his position as a police officer".Between September and October 2024, it heard Mr Wolverson was conducting checks on a fleet police vehicle when he discovered the £5 note. The panel was told: "He showed this £5 cash note to his colleague and immediately said something along the lines of 'I'll keep it as a cleaning fee'."He then put the money in his pocket and continued his shift. He made no attempt to identify the owner of the £5 cash note."The AA said Mr Wolverson had breached the standards of professional behaviour, in respect of honesty and integrity. 'Honesty throughout' The panel was told Mr Wolverson was emailed with details of the allegations and had "chosen not to provide any response".During an interview he previously attended about the allegations, the panel heard the former officer's response was that "he was frustrated at the state of the cars and continuously cleaning them and made a full and frank admission".Mr Hogg said: "On the balance of probabilities, the behaviour did amount to gross misconduct, on the simple basis that his actions fell below what the public would expect."Ruling there would be no formal action taken, he said: "The only two outcomes I have available are no sanction or dismissal - if the former officer had still be Wolverson had been "very foolish", said Mr Hogg, adding: "But as soon as he was challenged the former officer made a full and frank confession, to his credit this would not have become an investigation without his honesty throughout."The chief constable concluded former PC Wolverson would not be added to the barred list. You can follow BBC Oxfordshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Malay Mail
4 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Pahang Sultan: Dishonourable titleholders will be stripped of state honours immediately
KUANTAN, July 26 — Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, today emphasised that titles and state honours should not be used as an excuse for abusing power, nor are they mere ornaments or sources of pride at social gatherings. His Royal Highness said these awards represent a symbol of dignity, trust, and honour - attributes reserved for those who uphold integrity and respect the laws of the state. Such honours cannot, and will not, protect individuals who violate the law, betray the state, or undermine justice. 'I will not tolerate the misuse of the honour bestowed upon individuals to oppress others, steal state resources, or tarnish the reputation of the royal institution,' Al-Sultan Abdullah said. He further stressed that, effective immediately, any individual holding titles such as Dato', Dato' Indera, Dato' Sri, or similar, and found to be involved in criminal activities, corruption, land encroachment, illegal mining, or logging without a permit, will face immediate suspension or revocation of their title. His Highness made these remarks during the Investiture Ceremony at Istana Abdulaziz here in conjunction with the 66th birthday of the Sultan of Pahang. The Ruler also revealed that, to date, 49 out of 67 individuals are awaiting the revocation of their state honours due to various violations. His Highness expressed concern over certain individuals who, without hesitation, falsely invoke his name as Sultan of Pahang or associate the Pahang Palace with claims of royal approval or protection, which have no basis. On the issue of illegal land encroachment, Al-Sultan Abdullah called for a comprehensive inspection, investigation, and strict enforcement across all districts, with actions to be extended throughout Pahang. 'I do not want Pahang's agricultural industry, particularly the durian sector, which is a source of pride, to suffer the same fate as neighbouring countries, where weak land management and unclear policies have led to monopolisation and a lack of competitiveness,' His Highness said. Furthermore, His Highness expressed disappointment with those who fuel division, particularly those who subtly sow discord between races and religions. 'I urge, especially the youth, to be responsible users of social media. Use your voices and influence to build, not destroy; to unite, not divide,' Al-Sultan Abdullah said. Regarding healthcare, His Highness emphasised the urgency of expediting the construction of the Maran Hospital, as it is no longer a choice but a critical necessity. His Highness also called for Pahang to become a state that is conducive to the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), encouraging opportunities across various sectors and ensuring that entrepreneurs are not hindered by bureaucratic obstacles. In his royal address, His Highness further urged the state government to strengthen, expand, and streamline the Pahang Prosperity Initiative, increase targeted assistance, and enhance welfare funds, food aid, job training, and housing support. — Bernama
