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Giuliani has been ordered to turn over most of his assets to two election poll workers.TEHRAN - The plight and sufferings of Shia Muslims in Pakistan’s restive northwest have come to the fore in the wake of the recent deadly attacks in the region. Shia Muslims in Kurram district in Pakistan’s northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have regularly been targeted. Dozens of people were killed and scores of others injured in renewed violence in Kurram last week. On Thursday, gunmen ambushed and killed 42 Shia Muslims, including women and children in the area. The victims were traveling in a convoy of multiple vehicles from Parachinar, the Shia-majority and the main town in Kurram, to Peshawar, the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Survivors said the attackers exited a vehicle and opened fire on the buses and cars. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari denounced the attack. The Pakistani premier said those behind the killing of innocent civilians will not go unpunished. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi labeled the shootings a “terrorist attack.” Funerals were held for the victims on Friday. Markets, shops, and schools were closed in Parachinar, which is located near the Afghanistan border. Locals and families of the victims staged a sit-in, demanding action against the perpetrators. But violence against Shia Muslims showed no sign of abating as nearly 20 others were killed overnight on Saturday during fresh attacks. Videos and images on social media showed a market consumed by fire and orange flames in the night sky. Gunfire could also be heard. People have protested in Kurram and blamed the government and the authorities for failing to provide security to the citizens in the area. Shia groups in Pakistan announced a three-day mourning period following Thursday’s killings. They also organized protests in all of Pakistan’s major cities, including Lahore and Karachi. Affiliates of terror groups such as ISIS, also known as ISIL and Daesh, stand accused of carrying out attacks against Shia Muslims in Kurram in an attempt to establish their presence in the district. Allama Ahmed Iqbal Rizvi, a Shia leader, said various militant groups, such as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan and the local branch of ISIS; the so-called Islamic State Khorasan Province, or ISIS-K — have been targeting the Shia population in Kurram for a long time, according to the New York Times. “It is the incompetence of the government and state institutions,” Rizvi added, based on a report published by the Times. Relatives of the victims and local leaders have demanded immediate action against the perpetrators of such crimes against Shia Muslims. Human rights organizations have also condemned such attacks as a form of genocide. Armed extremists besieged Parachinar from 2007 to 2012 and obstructed the delivery of essentials such as food and medicine for the Shia community. The siege resulted in the loss of hundreds of lives. Thousands of others were also displaced. The recent developments underscore the urgent necessity for the Pakistani government with the help of peace activists, civil society organizations, and high-profile figures to draw up effective strategies to address these heinous attacks against Shia Muslims, ensuring that the residents of Parachinar can enjoy a secure and tranquil life. The Pakistani government should also ensure that perpetrators are held accountable and brought to justice.Martin Roberts lands huge new ITV show in bid to become the next Jeremy Clarkson
Welcome to the Saquon Barkley show. The Philadelphia Eagles kept rolling with a dominant 37-20 road result at the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday Night Football . Los Angeles led in the first quarter but Barkley helped Philadelphia take control at the interval, where it came out of the gates firing en route to double-digit third and fourth quarters. Philadelphia moved to 9-2, currently riding a seven-game winning streak, as it strengthened its hold of the NFC East while Los Angeles fell to 5-6, staying in third in a close NFC West. Let's analyze the game further with winners and losers: WINNER: Saquon Barkley, Eagles A year after San Francisco 49ers ' Christian McCaffrey was the best running back in football, Barkley has claimed the throne. Barkley delivered rushing touchdowns of 72 and 70 yards en route to 255 total on the night. He had 26 carries along with four catches for 47 yards. The performance marked the most rushing yards in a game in Eagles history and the ninth-most in a game in league history. Take a bow. LOSER: Kyren Williams, Rams It was the opposite story in the opposing backfield. Despite a positive start, Williams couldn't maintain the consistency and even caused some turnover miscues. Williams ended the game rushing for 16 yards on 72 carries and a touchdown, but also fumbled twice, one of which the Eagles recovered. The Rams needed more on that front to keep pace with Philadelphia, but Barkley's two game-breaking runs didn't help. WINNER: Nakobe Dean, Eagles Philadelphia had several top performers on the defensive side. The nod goes to linebacker Dean, who led the Eagles in total tackles with eight, five of which were solo. He also recorded one sack, two tackles for loss and a QB hit on Matthew Stafford. Milton Williams recorded a game-high two sacks on Stafford, while Brandon Graham and Josh Sweat each added one. LOSER: New York Giants It was a day that saw the Giants lose 30-7 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. That game featured Baker Mayfield mocking Tommy DeVito after a score, the Giants' new starting QB1 after the team cut Daniel Jones, who they agreed to pay $160 million to over four years. In that loss, the Giants garnered a total of 245 yards through the run and passing attacks. Barkley outgained them on his own just on the ground. A colossal mistake to let Barkley walk keeps finding new ways to haunt New York. WINNER: Eagles on third down Sometimes third-down results can reveal the outcome of a game. That was surely the case in this one, as Philadelphia had no issues moving the chains with 9 of 15 conversions. It was the complete opposite story for Los Angeles, which didn't convert on a single third down despite eight attempts. The Rams did make all three fourth-down conversions, but it wasn't a sustainable method to stay in the game. Both teams had 10 total drives each.Allar puts critics on mute, keeps winning for Penn StateThe Samsung Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator (with AI Family Hub+ and AI Vision Inside) is transforming kitchens into the heart of the home and makes it an essential centerpiece for family interaction and smart living. This unique refrigerator is currently available at an incredible Black Friday discount on Samsung’s official store. Originally priced at $4,999, this refrigerator is now offered at a staggering $2,969 after an immediate discount of $2,030. However, you can further reduce the price through trade-in offers: by trading in a smartphone, you can receive an additional $559 off, and by returning an old appliance, you can add another $100 to your savings. This brings the final price down to as low as $2,310. Samsung also provides a $100 credit that will be sent via email within 35 days of purchase, potentially lowering the total cost to $2,210 . This is over 55% off and marks it as a record-low price for such a premium appliance. See at Samsung.com The Bespoke 4-Door Refrigerator boasts a suite of impressive features that enhance its functionality and user experience. The AI Family HubTM+ serves as a central hub for family communication and organization : with its large touchscreen interface, you can manage calendars, share notes and even stream music or videos while cooking. The AI Vision Inside feature utilizes internal cameras to allow users to see what’s inside their fridge from their smartphones. Check What’s Inside Your Fridge In terms of design, the refrigerator is customizable with various colors and finishes to seamlessly blend with any kitchen decor. Its four-door configuration includes a Flex Zone drawer that can be adjusted to different temperatures depending on your storage needs. The refrigerator also features a built-in beverage center for quick access to water and ice. Samsung has incorporated advanced cooling technologies into this model to maintain freshness and minimize waste. The Twin Cooling Plus system ensures that both the refrigerator and freezer compartments are kept at optimal humidity levels and prevents spoilage and freezer burn. The refrigerator is also equipped with a water filtration system that provides clean drinking water directly from the dispenser. Samsung’s Black Friday sales extend beyond just refrigerators as they encompass a wide range of home appliances including smartphones, tablets, watches, washers, dryers and kitchen gadgets—all at unprecedented prices. With discounts reaching up to $1,700 across various products, it’s clear that this sale represents the best opportunity of the year to upgrade your home with high-quality Samsung appliances . See at Samsung.com
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German politicians have criticised Elon Musk for an opinion piece he wrote backing the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), claiming his support for the party was “intrusive”. The support of the AfD from Musk, who is set to serve in US President-elect Donald Trump's administration, comes as Germans are set to vote on February 23. The vote was triggered after a coalition government led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz collapsed in a dispute over how to revitalise Germany’s stagnant economy. Mr Musk wrote an op-ed in German in the Welt am Sonntag newspaper claiming that “only the AfD can save Germany" and praised the party's approach to regulation, taxes and market deregulation. He went on to say the party “can lead the country into a future where economic prosperity, cultural integrity and technological innovation are not just wishes, but reality.” The editor of the newspaper’s opinion section, Eva Marie Kogel, resigned after the publication of the article. She wrote on X: “I always enjoyed leading the opinion section of WELT and WAMS. Today an article by Elon Musk appeared in Welt am Sonntag. I handed in my resignation yesterday after it went to print.” Friedrich Merz, leader of the opposition Christian Democrats and current favourite to succeed Scholz as chancellor, said in an interview with the Funke Media Group: "I cannot recall a comparable case of interference, in the history of Western democracies, in the election campaign of a friendly country." Mr Merz described the commentary as "intrusive and pretentious". Saskia Esken, co-leader of Scholz's Social Democrats (SPD), vowed fierce resistance to attempts by state actors as well as the rich and influential to influence Germany's elections. “In Elon Musk's world, democracy and workers' rights are obstacles to more profit,” she told Reuters. “We say quite clearly: Our democracy is defensible and it cannot be bought.” Welt's editor-in-chief designate defended the decision to publish the commentary, saying that democracy and journalism thrive on freedom of opinion, including polarising positions. The AfD is currently second in the opinion polls and might be able to thwart a centre-right or centre-left majority. However, the party has no realistic possibility of entering power because other parties refuse to work with them.
Luis Alvarez Industrial Logistics Properties Trust ( NASDAQ: ILPT ) gives signs of being a potential turnaround. Down over 80% since its IPO, most of this loss occurred in 2022. Priced for a 1% dividend yield on the market, this does suggest that some kind of resurgence Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.Kansas once required voters to prove citizenship. That didn't work out so well
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Syrian President Assad toppled after lightning rebel advanceFRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Looking for hard-to-find bottles of Kentucky bourbon to toast the holidays or add to a collection? Get your bids ready as the Bluegrass State launches its first online auction of confiscated alcohol. Whiskeys up for sale include two bottles of Old Rip Van Winkle, a Blanton’s Single Barrel Gold in box with Japanese markings and a bottle of Four Roses Small Batch Barrel Strength 2011. The sale is the result of a new Kentucky law, which allows alcohol confiscated from closed criminal investigations by the state's alcoholic beverage control agency to be auctioned. Online bidding opens Wednesday and closes at midnight on Dec. 11. Proceeds will support programs promoting responsible alcohol use by adults and awareness programs for youths. “This is a really good auction,” Eric Gregory, president of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, said by phone Tuesday. “There are some hard-to-find and rare bottles on there.” No estimate has been given on how much the auction might raise. “We look forward to seeing the response to this auction and have started planning additional auctions for 2025,” said Allyson Taylor, commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The auction features 32 bottles of alcohol and includes a “stock the bar” bundle with bottles of wine, vodka, rum and whiskey, the agency said. But the stars are the hard-to-find and rare bourbons up for sale. “It’s not every day you go to a liquor store and find a bottle of Blanton’s Gold," Gregory said. “You never go to a liquor store and find a bottle of Four Roses 2011.” The lineup includes bottles of E.H. Taylor bourbon, Blanton’s Single Barrel, Eagle Rare 10 yr., Weller Antique 107, Willett Family Estate Single Barrel Rye, Michter’s, an Old Forester gift set and more. A link to the online auction is available at ABC.ky.gov . Auction items cannot be shipped, so winning bidders must pick up items in Frankfort, the state said. The auctions will become a “can't miss opportunity” for bourbon connoisseurs, Gregory said. Until this year's change in the law, Kentucky regulators were required to destroy confiscated alcohol once a case was closed, the agency said. “We don't like to see good bourbon poured down the drain,” Gregory said. Kentucky distillers produce 95% of the global bourbon supply, the Kentucky distillers’ group says.Sheets Smith Wealth Management Decreases Stake in Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL)BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown scored the Celtics’ first 15 points on five consecutive 3-pointers and finished with 29 points, before Boston withstood a late charge to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 107-105 on Sunday. Jayson Tatum added 26 points and eight rebounds to help Boston post a season-high fifth straight victory. Anthony Edwards had 28 points and nine rebounds for Minnesota, which has lost five of its last seven. Julius Randle added 23 points, and Rudy Gobert finished with 10 points and 20 rebounds, his eighth double-double of the season. Minnesota got within 55-54 early in the third quarter, before a 14-0 run by Boston. The spurt featured four 3s by the Celtics, including two by Tatum. The lead grew to 79-60 with 4:26 to play in the period. But the Timberwolves chipped it all the way down in the fourth, getting within 107-105 with 34 seconds left on a driving layup by Randle. Timberwolves: Minnesota will be looking to for some wins at home, after dropping four of its last five on the road. Celtics: The Celtics have struggled at home at times this season but improved to 6-2 at the Garden. The Timberwolves had the ball with 7.1 seconds and a chance to win. Edwards got the inbounds and tried to drive on Brown. But he was cut off, and the ball swung to Naz Reid, who failed to get off a 3 as time expired. Boston assisted on 25 of its 37 made field goals. The Timberwolves host Houston in NBA Cup play on Tuesday, beginning a four-game homestand. The Celtics host the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/nba
5 Countries Operating Leonardo AW109 Military HelicoptersAvior Wealth Management LLC lessened its stake in shares of ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF ( BATS:NOBL – Free Report ) by 6.3% in the 3rd quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The institutional investor owned 1,796 shares of the company’s stock after selling 120 shares during the quarter. Avior Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF were worth $192,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A number of other hedge funds have also recently modified their holdings of NOBL. Daiwa Securities Group Inc. purchased a new stake in ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF in the second quarter valued at approximately $25,000. Wolff Wiese Magana LLC boosted its stake in ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF by 147.0% during the 3rd quarter. Wolff Wiese Magana LLC now owns 247 shares of the company’s stock worth $26,000 after purchasing an additional 147 shares during the period. American National Bank purchased a new position in ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF during the 2nd quarter worth $27,000. GAMMA Investing LLC acquired a new position in ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF in the 3rd quarter valued at about $44,000. Finally, Russell Investments Group Ltd. increased its holdings in shares of ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF by 98.8% in the first quarter. Russell Investments Group Ltd. now owns 515 shares of the company’s stock valued at $52,000 after purchasing an additional 256 shares during the period. ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF Stock Performance Shares of ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF stock opened at $106.96 on Friday. The company has a market cap of $12.99 billion, a P/E ratio of 20.81 and a beta of 0.68. The firm has a fifty day moving average of $105.84 and a two-hundred day moving average of $101.71. ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF has a one year low of $55.69 and a one year high of $67.97. ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF Company Profile The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF (NOBL) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index. The fund tracks an equal-weighted index of S&P 500 constituents that have increased dividend payments annually for at least 25 years. NOBL was launched on Oct 9, 2013 and is managed by ProShares. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding NOBL? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF ( BATS:NOBL – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for ProShares S&P 500 Aristocrats ETF and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
It's been a bad week for the New York Giants. The Daniel Jones era has officially come to a close, with the former first round pick requesting and receiving his release after six seasons. A recipient of a four-year, $160million contract extension, Jones had not performed well enough in 2024 to preserve his starting job, and was officially benched after a defeat to the Carolina Panthers. Heading into their game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, the Giants had the worst record in the NFC with two wins and eight losses. Tommy DeVito was confirmed as the starter in Week 12, but struggled in the first half at Metlife Stadium. New York went three-and-out on the first drive of the game and turned the ball over on downs on their second drive as the quarterback completed just one of two passes for five yards in the opening quarter. Things didn't get much better in the second, and DeVito ended the half with 31 yards as his team went in 23-0 down. While the Giants suffered, Tampa Bay took full advantage, and visiting quarterback Baker Mayfield had a lot of fun. He threw for 230 yards in the first half, and even managed to fight his way into the end zone with a rushing touchdown. While his dive across the line was impressive enough, it was his celebration that really caught the eye. As he got back to his feet, Mayfield hit the Giants and their fans with DeVito's trademark celebration. Last year, New York's QB went viral for putting his hand up in the air and pinching his fingers together after throwing a TD. DeVito, who has made no secret of his Italian heritage, even won the Bud Light Celebration of the Year Award for his efforts. And while he didn't get the chance to pull out the celebration in the first half against Tampa Bay, Mayfield decided to do it for him. Naturally, his actions caught the attention of fans on social media. "Tommy DeVito out here catching strays from Baker Mayfield," NFL insider Ian Rapoport wrote on X. "Doing this in front of DeVito himself is CRAZY WORK," another said. "Oh my. Baker Mayfield just scored a TD and made sure all Giants fans saw him doing the Tommy DeVito celebration. Giants getting embarrassed at home," journalist Ari Meirov added. Being on the wrong end of a 23-0 scoreline heading into half-time is bad enough. But a fellow QB hitting your trademark celebration while you're sat on the sideline just adds insult to injury. talkSPORT is your home of the NFL on UK radio, and you can stay up to date with all the latest from around the league via our dedicated 'EndZone' YouTube channel .None
Veeva Systems ( NYSE:VEEV – Get Free Report ) had its price target lifted by research analysts at Robert W. Baird from $275.00 to $283.00 in a report issued on Friday, Benzinga reports. The firm presently has an “outperform” rating on the technology company’s stock. Robert W. Baird’s price target points to a potential upside of 13.00% from the stock’s previous close. VEEV has been the topic of a number of other reports. Needham & Company LLC reiterated a “buy” rating and set a $260.00 price objective on shares of Veeva Systems in a research note on Friday, November 8th. BNP Paribas initiated coverage on shares of Veeva Systems in a report on Tuesday, October 8th. They set an “outperform” rating and a $286.00 target price on the stock. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their price target on Veeva Systems from $203.00 to $208.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Monday, September 9th. UBS Group raised their price objective on shares of Veeva Systems from $185.00 to $215.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Monday, August 26th. Finally, StockNews.com raised Veeva Systems from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Saturday, November 9th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have assigned a hold rating and eighteen have issued a buy rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $254.04. Check Out Our Latest Report on VEEV Veeva Systems Trading Up 8.1 % Insider Activity In other news, SVP Jonathan Faddis sold 1,694 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $230.30, for a total value of $390,128.20. Following the transaction, the senior vice president now owns 8,061 shares in the company, valued at approximately $1,856,448.30. This represents a 17.37 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this link . Also, insider Thomas D. Schwenger sold 1,126 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, November 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $240.01, for a total transaction of $270,251.26. Following the sale, the insider now directly owns 27,013 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $6,483,390.13. This trade represents a 4.00 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Company insiders own 10.50% of the company’s stock. Institutional Trading of Veeva Systems Institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Mowery & Schoenfeld Wealth Management LLC purchased a new stake in Veeva Systems in the third quarter worth approximately $26,000. True Wealth Design LLC boosted its position in Veeva Systems by 3,375.0% in the third quarter. True Wealth Design LLC now owns 139 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $29,000 after purchasing an additional 135 shares during the last quarter. Blue Trust Inc. grew its stake in shares of Veeva Systems by 3,460.0% during the 2nd quarter. Blue Trust Inc. now owns 178 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $33,000 after purchasing an additional 173 shares during the period. DT Investment Partners LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Veeva Systems during the 2nd quarter valued at about $35,000. Finally, Harvest Fund Management Co. Ltd bought a new position in shares of Veeva Systems in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $49,000. 88.20% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors. About Veeva Systems ( Get Free Report ) Veeva Systems Inc provides cloud-based software for the life sciences industry. It offers Veeva Commercial Cloud, a suite of software and analytics solutions, such as Veeva customer relationship management (CRM) that enable customer-facing employees at pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies; Veeva Vault PromoMats, an end-to-end content and digital asset management solution; Veeva Vault Medical that provides source of medical content across multiple channels and geographies; Veeva Crossix, an analytics platform for pharmaceutical brands; Veeva OpenData, a customer reference data solution; Veeva Link, a data application that allows link to generate real-time intelligence; and Veeva Compass includes de-identified and longitudinal patient data for the United States. Featured Articles Five stocks we like better than Veeva Systems What is a Dividend King? Fast-Growing Companies That Are Still Undervalued What Are Dividend Champions? 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But the City boss has vowed to stay on and lift the club back to the top even if they are sent all the way down to the National League. Guardiola ended speculation over his immediate future this week by extending his contract, which had been due to expire at the end of the season, through to the summer of 2027. That has given the club some stability at a time of great uncertainty as they fight 115 charges related to alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations. City have denied all wrongdoing but their punishment if found guilty could be severe, with demotion even a possibility. Guardiola has strongly defended the club in the past and is happy to continue doing so. The Spaniard said: “I don’t enjoy it, I prefer not to be in that position, but once it’s there I love it because, when you believe in your club, and the people there – I believe what they say to me and the reasons why. “I cannot say yet because we’re awaiting the sentence in February or March – I don’t know when – but at the same time, I like it. “I read something about the situation and how you need to be relegated immediately. Seventy-five per cent of the clubs want it, because I know what they do behind the scenes and this sort of stuff. “I said when all the clubs accused us of doing something wrong, (and people asked) what happens if we are relegated, (I said) I will be here. “Next year, I don’t know the position of the Conference they are going to (put) us, (but) we are going to come up and come up and come back to the Premier League. I knew it then and I feel it now.” The immediate priority for Guardiola, who said his contract negotiations were completed in “just two hours”, is to arrest a run of four successive defeats in all competitions. Yet, ahead of their return to action against Tottenham at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, the champions continue to grapple with a lengthy injury list. Mateo Kovacic is their latest casualty after sustaining a knock on international duty that could keep him out for up to a month. On the positive side, defenders Nathan Ake, John Stones and Manuel Akanji could feature and Jack Grealish is also closing in on a return after a month out. Much to Guardiola’s frustration, Grealish was called up by England for their recent Nations League games, although he later withdrew. Guardiola said: “I want the best for Jack and I want the best for Jack with the national team but the doctor said to me that he was not ready to play. “I know (England) want him but they have 200 players to select from and Jack was not fit. He had to recover from many things.” Kyle Walker played for England against both Greece and the Republic of Ireland despite limited game time since suffering injury in the October international break. Guardiola said: “If he is fit I like him to play in the national team. It is not a problem, don’t misunderstand me. “Kyle has a dream to make 100 caps for the national team. Do I want to cancel this dream? Absolutely not. “But if you are not fit, if you cannot play here, you cannot play for the national team. It is quite obvious.”
Rico Carty, who won the 1970 NL batting title when he hit a major league-best .366 for the Atlanta Braves, has died. He was 85. Major League Baseball , the players’ association and the Braves paid tribute to Carty on social media on Sunday. A family friend told Listín Diario — a newspaper in Carty’s native Dominican Republic — that he died Saturday night in an Atlanta hospital. “Carty was one of the first groundbreaking Latino stars in the major leagues, and he established himself as a hero to millions in his native Dominican Republic, his hometown of San Pedro de Macoris, and the city of Atlanta, where he was a beloved fan favorite,” the players' association said in its statement . The Braves said Carty left an indelible mark on the organization. “While his on-field accomplishments will never be forgotten, his unforgettable smile and generous nature will be sorely missed,” the team said in its statement. Carty made his big league debut with the Braves in September 1963. He batted .330 with 22 homers and 88 RBIs in his first full season in 1964, finishing second to Dick Allen in voting for NL Rookie of the Year. The Braves moved from Milwaukee to Atlanta after the 1965 season, and Carty got the franchise's first hit in its new home on April 12, 1966, against Pittsburgh. Carty had his best year in 1970, batting .366 with 25 homers and a career-best 101 RBIs. He started the All-Star Game after he was elected as a write-in candidate, joining Willie Mays and Hank Aaron in the NL outfield. Carty batted .299 with 204 homers and 890 RBIs over 15 years in the majors, also playing for Cleveland, Toronto, Oakland, Texas and the Chicago Cubs. He retired after the 1979 season. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB