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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
5 fan favorite characters who might return in Resident Evil Requiem.
Image via Resident Evil The announcement of Resident Evil Requiem has made a huge excitement among the fans all over the world. This will be the 9th title of Capcom for its survival horror series. Requiem promises a blend of nostalgia and fresh terror for the fans out there. The game is set to release on 27th February 2026. As the game is creating more and more excitement, according to the leaks and trailer, there are a few past characters who might return to the game. The characters might also include characters from Resident Evil Outbreak and Resident Evil 2. This guide outlines all the possible characters according to leaks, fans speculation and trailers, which might return to Capcom's 9th title. Resident Evil Requiem - Reveal Trailer Potential returning characters in Resident Evil Requiem Here are the following potential characters who might return to Resident Evil Requiem from the past titles: 1. Leon S. Kennedy: According to Leaker Dusk Golem Leon is the main playable character in Requiem, with a role of surpassing Grace Ashcroft. The trailer features Raccoon City's ruins with the police department where Leon worked which fuels the speculation and also there is a voice line which is suspected to be his. 2. Alyssa Ashcroft: The confirmed connection between Grace Ashcroft and Outbreak's Alyssa suggests that Alyssa later may appear in the flashbacks or as a mentor figure. Requiem's focus on legacy storytelling which makes Alyssa's return possible, especially to explain Grace's backstory. 3. Claire Redfield: Since the Resident Evil 2 Remake the absence of Claire and her ties to Leon and Raccoon city fuels the speculation of return. Claire might also return as a co-protagonist. 4. Jill Valentine: Jill's last major appearance was in Resident Evil 3 Remake, and her expertise in bioterrorism fits Requiem's themes. So fans are hoping for her to return as a seasoned BSAA operative, possibly aiding Grace or Leon. 5. Chris Redfield: Chris's recent importance in 'Village" and his history with Leon makes him likely to be a supporting character. The leaks also hints at a 'mentor' role for Leon, which could extend to Chris guiding Grace. Resident Evil Requiem has introduced new faces like Grace Ashcroft, but its ties to past games suggest a celebration of the series' 30-year legacy. There are rumors about Leon S. Kennedy leading, alongside potential returns from Claire, Jill, and others, which could bridge generations of survivors.
Daily Tribune
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
How have teams qualified for the Club World Cup?
TDT | Manama The new-look FIFA Club World Cup kicks off in the United States this weekend with 32 teams from around the globe taking part. With 12 representatives, Europe is sending more teams than any other continent, followed by South America with six. Asia and Africa both have four competing teams, as does the CONCACAF region of North and Central America and the Caribbean. In addition, there is one club from Oceania while the line-up is completed by a representative from the host nation. There are two ways of qualifying for the tournament, which football's world governing body now intends to stage every four years -- either as continental champions or via a club ranking based on performances in continental competitions over a four-year period. Continental champions The following 16 teams qualified as continental champions over the period from 2021 to 2024: UEFA Champions League winners: Chelsea (ENG/2021), Real Madrid (ESP/2022 and 2024), Manchester City (ENG/2023) Copa Libertadores winners: Palmeiras (BRA/2021), Flamengo (BRA/2022), Fluminense (BRA/2023), Botafogo (BRA/2024) AFC Champions League winners: Al Hilal (KSA/2021), Urawa Red Diamonds (JPN/2022), Al Ain (UAE/2023 and 2024) CONCACAF Champions League winners: Monterrey (MEX/2021), Seattle Sounders (USA/2022), Pachuca (MEX/2024) CAF Champions League winners: Al Ahly (EGY/2021, 2023 and 2024), Wydad Casablanca (MAR/2022) OFC Champions League winners: Auckland City (NZL/2022, 2023 and 2024) Best four-year rankings The following 14 teams qualified via their performances in continental club competitions over the last four years: Europe: Bayern Munich (GER), Paris Saint-Germain (FRA), Borussia Dortmund (GER), Inter Milan (ITA), Porto (POR), Atletico Madrid (ESP), Benfica (POR), Juventus (ITA), Red Bull Salzburg (AUT) South America: River Plate (ARG), Boca Juniors (ARG) Asia: Ulsan HD (KOR) Africa: Esperance (TUN), Mamelodi Sundowns (RSA) Host representatives That leaves two berths, both of which have gone to teams who will be playing on home turf. Perhaps conveniently for FIFA as they look to get eyeballs on their new competition, Lionel Messi's Inter Miami are the designated representatives of the host nation. That is after they won the Supporters Shield for being the best performing side during the 2024 MLS regular season -- even though LA Galaxy went on to win the MLS Cup to determine the overall champions. Los Angeles FC claimed the last spot with a 2-1 extra-time victory against Club America of Mexico in a play-in match at the end of last month. The spot became available following FIFA's decision to ban Mexican club Leon from the tournament. Leon were barred because the club is owned by Grupo Pachuca, which also controls Liga MX side Pachuca, who are also taking part. LAFC were given the chance on the basis of finishing as runners-up to Leon in the 2023 CONCACAF Champions League.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Would Releasing the Martin Luther King Files Help Curb the Surveillance State?
The federal government is seeking to unseal long-classified FBI surveillance records on Martin Luther King Jr. nearly two years before their court-ordered release date (January 2027) and 56 years after his assassination. The King family and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), which King founded, have objected to the early release, arguing the files contain illegally obtained wiretaps and personal information that should remain private. However, the compelling public interest could outweigh the family's understandable desire to shield King's memory from renewed smear campaigns. The FBI waged a psychological war against King through its COINTELPRO program, a counterintelligence operation targeting civil rights leaders suspected of communist ties. With backing from FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover and approval from Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, agents illegally wiretapped King's home, offices, and hotel rooms. What started as a probe into alleged communist ties morphed into a protracted campaign to destroy King's reputation, utilizing fabricated stories, false documents, and anonymous threats. The recordings and accounts of King's private life, deemed likely illegal and unethical by the House Select Committee on Assassinations in 1979, were sealed for 50 years by a federal court in 1977, following a lawsuit by King's associate and the SCLC. A January executive order issued by President Donald Trump directs the Justice Department to seek an early release of the records, although officials claim their focus is only on documents related to King's assassination. On June 4, Judge Richard Leon of the U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia agreed to review the files before determining what will be released. "It's not going to happen overnight," Leon said. "The court is going to move very carefully." King's youngest daughter, Bernice, and son, Martin Luther King III, have asked the court not to release the documents, arguing that it would infringe on the family's privacy. The Kings also cite the botched release of John F. Kennedy files that revealed Social Security numbers, and point to the FBI's attempts to blackmail and smear King as evidence that a premature, unvetted disclosure could be harmful. Matthew Guariglia, senior policy analyst at the Electronic Frontier Foundation, tells Reason that the issue of privacy can be easily rectified. "The FBI or whoever is releasing these files has an opportunity to both preserve the privacy of the surveillance target and also reveal any historically significant facts about FBI methodology just by redacting a lot of the intentionally embarrassing surveillance information," he said. Leon will be tasked with balancing the file's significance in American history against the privacy concerns of those who were illegally spied on. As Guariglia notes, the situation requires a nuanced approach: "Important historical documents should not be withheld and classified forever. That being said, I think motivation here is important." While the King family's concerns are valid, the primary issue remains that the government collected such material in the first place. The Kings' objections are "shortsighted," Patrick Eddington, senior fellow at the Cato Institute, tells Reason. "In an age where government surveillance and political repression has become all too commonplace, I think the release of these records showing the FBI's prurient surveillance of King and attempts to blackmail him into abandoning the civil rights cause would be a powerful reminder to Americans about why the FBI's domestic surveillance activities need to be sharply curtailed." The FBI's surveillance of Americans continues to this day, largely with the approval of policymakers. Despite multiple instances of illegal FBI surveillance, including monitoring protesters after the 2020 George Floyd riots and the January 6 Capitol riot, Congress extended Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act in 2024. This post-9/11 authority allows warrantless surveillance of foreigners abroad and the "incidental" collection of Americans' data. While the explicit targeting of Americans is prohibited, the 2024 renewal endorses nearly all warrantless searches of Section 702 data, inevitably capturing Americans' private conversations in the process. Unsealing the FBI's surveillance records on Dr. King would not violate his legacy—it would reaffirm the values he died fighting for: truth, accountability, and freedom from state repression. The release would be especially worthwhile if it leads to meaningful curbs on federal surveillance powers. The post Would Releasing the Martin Luther King Files Help Curb the Surveillance State? appeared first on
BBC News
3 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Chelsea in the Club World Cup - send us your thoughts
With Chelsea's squad for the Club World Cup now confirmed, and their campaign kicking off on Monday against Leon, we want your Blues will also face Flamengo and ES Tunis in the group stage of the tournament in the United how excited are you about the competition and how confident are you Chelsea can go far? And are you happy with the state of Enzo Maresca's squad going into the tournament after the mini-transfer window?Get in touch with your thoughts hereREAD MORE: Which European teams are in the Club World Cup
Black America Web
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Bark & The Bite: Leon Thomas Announces ‘Mutts Don't Heel' World Tour
Source: Courtesy / Raymond Alva Yesterday (June 10th), Grammy-Award winning artist Leon Thomas kicked off his week by announcing his MUTTS DON'T HEEL World Tour, produced by Live Nation. The tour is in support of HEEL , the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed sophomore album MUTT , out now via EZMNY/Motown Records. The North American leg kicks off October 30th in Dallas, TX, with stops in Austin, Nashville, Atlanta, Brooklyn, Toronto, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Rising R&B standout Ambré will join as support across the U.S. and Canada. Tickets will be available starting with an artist presale beginning Wednesday, June 11th. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, June 13th at 10am local time at In 2026, the tour heads abroad with a run of European dates including London's Eventim Apollo, Paris' Élysée Montmartre, Berlin's Huxleys Neue Welt, and Dublin's 3Olympia Theatre. From there, Leon brings the show to Australia with performances in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth. Source: Courtesy / Live Nation Leon recently released MUTT Deluxe: HEEL , a natural continuation of the original, digging deeper into his sonic universe and fetching a bold blend of psychedelic R&B, rock textures, soul, and boundary-pushing production. New collaborations with Kehlani, Big Sean, and Halle elevate the project's emotional and musical scope, as Leon hones his reflections on singlehood, connection, and self-exposure. With tightly crafted compositions and distinct creative clarity, Thomas delivers a fearless extension of his signature sound–unleashing bite where MUTT once explored duality. HEEL doesn't just follow; it bares its teeth. Listen HERE. Leon is currently the digital cover star of GAFFER Magazine and performed 'NOT FAIR' on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on June 3rd. Last night, he won Best New Artist and tore down the stage at the 2025 BET Awards. Leon Thomas continues to redefine modern R&B, becoming an emblem of the genre and shaping its cultural landscape. The certified platinum MUTT has garnered widespread critical acclaim, named the #1 R&B Album of 2024 by Billboard and VIBE. It has also earned spots on several other Best of 2024 lists, further solidifying its status as one of the year's standout releases. From a viral Tiny Desk to BET nods and Hot 100 climbs, Thomas has spent the last year rewriting R&B's rulebook. With MUTT Deluxe: HEEL , Leon pushes his momentum further–fiercer, bolder, and taking his vision even further. Check out the tour's itinerary above. Congrats to Leon Thomas and the run he's currently on! SEE ALSO Bark & The Bite: Leon Thomas Announces 'Mutts Don't Heel' World Tour was originally published on
