LOS ANGELES — Until he sustained a season-ending knee injury last week in the Western Conference final, Galaxy playmaker Riqui Puig was having a tremendous season. So I heard. I watched Puig play only twice this year, once in the Galaxy's season-opening 1-1 draw with Inter Miami and a second time in his team's Fourth of July defeat to LAFC at the Rose Bowl. Outside of short highlight clips on social media, I never saw the former Barcelona prospect, not even when he assisted on the goal that sent the Galaxy to the MLS Cup final. That wasn't a reflection of my interest. Some of my friends will make fun of me for publicly admitting this, but I like Major League Soccer. I covered the league in my first job out of college and have casually kept up with it since. I take my children to a couple of games a year. My 11-year-old son owns Galaxy and LAFC hats but no Dodgers or Lakers merchandise. When flipping through channels in the past, if presented with the choice of, say, college football or MLS, I usually watched MLS. But not this year. While the MLS Cup final between the Galaxy and New York Red Bulls will be shown on Fox and Fox Deportes, the majority of games are now exclusively behind a paywall, courtesy of the league's broadcasting deal with Apple. MLS Season Pass subscriptions were reasonably priced — $79 for the entire season for Apple TV+ subscribers, $99 for non-subscribers — but I was already paying for DirecTV Stream, Netflix, Amazon Prime, PlayStation Plus and who knows what else. MLS became a casualty in my household, as well as in many others, and the possibility of being out of sight and out of mind should be a concern for a league that is looking to expand its audience. Which isn't to say the league made a mistake. This was a gamble MLS had to take. Now in the second year of a 10-year, $2.5 billion deal with Apple, MLS did what Major League Baseball is talking about doing, which is to centralize its broadcasting rights and sell them to a digital platform. Regional sports networks have been decimated by cord cutting, making traditional economic models unsustainable. The move to Apple not only increased the league's broadcast revenues — previous deals with ESPN, Fox and Univision were worth a combined $90 million annually, according to multiple reports — but also introduced a measure of uniformity in the league. The quality of the broadcasts are better than they were under regional sports networks. Viewers know where to watch games and when, as every one of them is on Season Pass and most of them are scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. local time either on Wednesday or Saturday. "That's been fueling our growth and driving our fan engagement," MLS Commissioner Don Garber said Friday at his annual state of the league address. Apple and MLS declined to reveal the number of League Pass subscribers, but the league provided polling figures that indicated 94% of viewers offered positive or neutral reviews of League Pass. The average viewing time for a game is about 65 minutes for a 90-minute game, according to Garber. In other words, the League Pass is well-liked — by the people who have it. The challenge now is to increase that audience. The launch of League Pass last year coincided with the arrival of Lionel Messi, which presumably resulted in a wave of subscriptions. But the league can't count on the appearance of the next Messi; there is only one of him. MLS pointed to how its fans watch sports on streaming devices or recorded television than any other U.S. sports league, as well as how 71% of its fans are under the age of 45. The league also pointed to how it effectively drew more viewers to the Apple broadcast of Inter Miami's postseason opener with a livestream of a "Messi Cam' on TikTok, indicating further collaborations with wide-reaching entities could be in its future. Garber mentioned how Season Pass is available in other countries. The commissioner also made note of how Apple places games every week in front of its paywall. "What we have, really, is a communication problem," Garber said. "This is new, and we've got to work with Apple, we've got to work with our clubs and we've got to work with our partners to get more exposure to what we think is a great product." The greatest benefit to the league could be Apple's vested interest in improving the on-field product. MLS insiders said Apple has not only encouraged teams to sign more high-profile players but also pushed the league to switch to a fall-to-spring calendar more commonplace in other parts of the world, reasoning that doing so would simplify the process of buying and selling players. The on-field product is what matters. The on-field product is why MLS continues to face competition for viewers from overseas leagues. The on-field product is why the league hasn't succeeded in converting every soccer fan into a MLS fan. And ultimately, if casual viewers such as myself are to pay to watch the Galaxy or LAFC on a screen of some kind, the on-field product will be why. Get local news delivered to your inbox!President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday insisted at a meeting with US President-elect Donald Trump that any settlement with Russia after its invasion of Ukraine had to be "just", as fears grow in Kyiv on the position of the incoming administration. President Emmanuel Macron hosted three-way talks with Zelensky and Trump at the Elysee Palace, discussing what the incoming American president had termed a world that was a "little crazy". Hours after their meeting, the outgoing administration of President Joe Biden announced a new $988 million military assistance package for Ukraine. The package features drones, ammunition for precision HIMARS rocket launchers, and equipment and spare parts for artillery systems, tanks and armoured vehicles, the Pentagon said in a statement. Zelensky's meeting with Trump just before the three men headed to Notre Dame for the re-opening ceremony of the great Paris cathedral was his first face-to-face encounter with tycoon-turned-politician since his election victory. The meeting was of huge importance to Zelensky, given fears in Kyiv that Trump, who once boasted he could end Russia's war on Ukraine in 24 hours, may urge Ukraine to make concessions to Moscow. It also offered a unique chance for Macron to gain insights into how a second Trump presidency will look when he takes office in January. The trip to Paris is Trump's first international visit since his November 5 election win. "We all want peace. But it is very important for us... that the peace is just for all of us and that Russia, (Russian President Vladimir) Putin or any other aggressor has no possibility of ever returning," Zelensky said according to the presidential website. "And this is the most important thing -- a just peace and security guarantees, strong security guarantees for Ukraine," he added. Trump has scoffed at the billions of dollars in US military assistance to Ukraine and has spoken of forcing a quick settlement. But Zelensky also thanked Trump for his "unwavering resolve" describing the talks as "good and productive". Trump and Macron embraced and shook hands several times on the steps of the French presidential palace, with Trump given a full guard of honour despite not yet being in office. "It seems like the world is going a little crazy right now and we will be talking about that," Trump told reporters as he prepared to sit down for the talks with Macron. Despite tensions between the two men during his first term, Trump hailed his ties with the centrist French leader, saying: "We had a great relationship as everyone knows. We accomplished a lot." Macron told Trump it was "a great honour for French people to welcome you" for the re-opening ceremony at Notre Dame, which was devastated by a blaze in 2019 during Trump's first term. "You were president at that time and I remember the solidarity and the immediate reaction," Macron added, speaking in English. When he first took office in 2017, Trump's ties with Macron -- then also a fresh face on the world stage -- began warmly despite their obvious political differences. Their long and muscular handshakes -- which saw each man seek to assert his superiority -- became a light-hearted focus of attention before ties cooled, then soured, following disputes about climate change, trade and defence. Trump earlier wrote on his Truth Social platform that the United States should "not get involved" in the situation in Syria, where fast-moving rebel forces say they have begun to encircle the capital Damascus. The Republican's return to power has rung alarms in Paris and many European capitals after his promises on the campaign trail to force an end to fighting in Ukraine and levy tariffs on trading partners. In his own reaction to the discussions, Macron wrote on social media: "Let us continue our joint efforts for peace and security." European allies have largely enjoyed a close working relationship with Biden on the crisis in the Middle East, but Trump is likely to distance himself and ally the United States even more closely with Israel. In a sign of the importance of Trump's one-day trip to Paris, he was accompanied by his pick for White House chief of staff, Susie Wiles, as well as his Near East and Middle East advisors, Steve Witkoff and Massad Boulos, according to a guest list issued by the Elysee Palace. Tesla tycoon and Trump advisor Elon Musk, who was also on the line during a phone call between the incoming president and Zelensky last month, also flew into the French capital was present at the Notre Dame ceremony. sjw/adp/jj
Obituaries for Perry County for the weeks preceding November 30. DONALD M. KLINE Donald M. Kline, 77, of Landisburg passed away too soon on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. He was born in Carlisle on Oct. 4, 1947, to the late Elmer M. and Ruth N. (Brownawell) Kline. Donald M. Kline Perry County Times He graduated with the first class (1965) of West Perry High School. He went to work at Federal Equipment Company, and after three years, moved to Frog Switch Manufacturing Company, both in Carlisle. He retired from Frog Switch as a finish grinder in 2014, after 46 years of service. At retirement, he was the senior-most employee of the company — of which he was quite proud. During his early work years, he was a member of the Army Reserves (1966–1972). He was a trustee with the Landisburg Cemetery Association. He was a humble and quiet man, who consciously chose to avoid conflict. He never spoke an ill word about anyone and always was quick to encourage with a smile. He and his wife often socialized and had lunch at Landisburg Mart. Those who knew him may have called him Donnie or Colonel, but his favorite name of all was Pa. He was a devoted grandfather who wouldn’t turn down an opportunity to spend time with his grandchildren. When not with family or friends, he often relaxed in his trusty hammock no matter the temperature. Surviving are his beautiful wife of 50 years, Linda S. (Stum) Kline; two children, Scott A. Kline (Carli) of Landisburg and Melissa S. Clark (Andrew) of Forest Hill, Md.; four grandchildren, Kelsey, Mattingly, Alexander and Harrison; a brother, Dennis R. Kline (Eileen) of Landisburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant sister, Darlene F. Kline. A service was held Nov. 25 in Nickel-Lochstampfor Family Funeral Home, Loysville, with pastor Dennis Bailey officiating. Interment was in Landisburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital online at https://www.stjude.org/donate. DAVID A. SCHOCK David Arlin “Dave” Schock, 62, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, in Marysville, He was born March 5, 1962, in Harrisburg. David A. Schock Perry County Times Known for his kind, giving and loyal nature, he leaves behind a legacy of warmth and resilience. He had a unique ability to lighten the mood in tough situations with his compassionate spirit. A proud graduate of Susquenita High School, he dedicated 29 years as a truck driver for W&L Sales Co. and spent the last six years working for Kenan Advantage Group and Onvo, transporting fuel. His commitment to his work was paralleled by his passion for his hobbies. He was a proud member of Adams Lodge 319. An avid hunter, he enjoyed spending time in the woods and was proud of mentoring young hunters in his nephews Shawn, Michael, Jason and son-in-law Rob. He was actively involved in several steam engine communities, often showcasing his “Steam Thing” at events like Heritage Days, Williams Grove, Rough and Tumble in Kinzers, and the Farmers and Thresherman’s Jubilee in Somerset County. He took great pride in being a father to many beyond his biological children and took the time to teach whenever an opportunity presented itself. Known for his ability to fix almost anything, he was always ready to lend a helping hand. His happiest days were spent with his grandchildren, cherishing every moment together. Surviving are his loving wife, Roberta M. Schock (Mendler), whom he married on Sept.19, 1987, in Harrisburg; and three daughters, Cassandra M. Snader (Luke), Jessica E. Canderan (Rob) and Gabrielle E. Schock. While he was blessed with three daughters, he was honored to gain two sons in Luke K. Snader and Robert M. Canderan when they joined the family. He was a cherished grandfather to Trenton K. and Kensley M. Snader, and Caleb J., Wesley D., Eli R. and Corinne I. Canderan. His mother, Harriet A. Lindsay-Arndt, stepfather, William L. Arndt, sisters, Laurie A. Harvey, Dawn A. Zierdt, Sherry A. Gerhold and stepsiblings William W. and Bryan L. Arndt and Donna J. Bivins also will hold his memory dear, along with numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends who became his extended family. He was preceded in death by his father, Dale Arlin Schock. A gathering to celebrate his life will be held at a later date. Boyer Family Funeral Home, New Bloomfield, handled arrangements. IDA E. GALLOWAY Ida Ellen Galloway, 86, of Newport went home to be with the Lord on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at her home. She was born May 3, 1938, in West Chester, Pa., and was raised in Concord Twp. Ida E. Galloway Perry County Times She was a housewife, homemaker and beloved wife and mother. She graduated from Media High School in 1956 and was a member of the National Honor Society. Surviving are her husband of 67 years, Ronald Galloway; a son, Grant Galloway of Orville, Ohio; a daughter, Pamala L. Hague (Michael) of Stowe, Ohio; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ida T. Roop; father, Harry Benedict; stepfather, Harvy Roop Sr.; and a sister, Gloria Weida. Boyer Family Funeral Home, New Bloomfield, handled arrangements. JOANN E. SJOBERG Joann E. Sjoberg, 68, of Carlisle passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, at her home in Lower Frankford TWp. She born Thursday, Nov. 17, 1955, in Harrisburg to the late William A. and Mildred I. (Bailey) Pierce. Her hobbies more than anything were her family. She was an avid gardener to provide respite and sanctuary for “her” birds and wildlife. Surviving are her husband of more than 16 years, Kenne L. Sjoberg of Carlisle; two sons, Garry A. Pinckney Jr., married to Dale, of Chambersburg, and Michael P. Pinckney, married to Angela, of Shippensburg; five grandchildren, Connor, Ethon, Ryker, Aurek and Lillian Pinckney; a brother, Timothy Pierce of Delaware; a sister-in-law, Patricia Pierce; nieces and nephews, William Pierce IV and family, Jennifer Bowden and family, Brian Pierce and family, Rebecca Kessler and family, Kristin Davis and family, Jacob Pierce and family, and Gracie Pierce; and extended family and caring friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Pierce III. A service was held Nov. 21 in Marysville Church of God. Interment was in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Michael J. Shalonis Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Marysville, handled arrangements. HAROLD E. MAGUIRE Harold Edward “Mick” Maguire, 97, of Duncannon passed away on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at his home. He was born Jan. 12, 1927, to Robert and Kathryn (Freeland) Maguire. He was an Army veteran of World War II and served in the 386th Field Artillery Battalion Division. He was the former owner of Maguire’s Ford of Duncannon. He was a member of Roseglen United Methodist Church and a life member of Perry Lodge 458, F&AM and American Legion Post 340. He was a 1944 graduate of Duncannon High School and a 1951 graduate of Franklin and Marshall College, where he was a member of Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. Survived are his wife of 75 years, Jacqueline; two sons, Michael Maguire and his wife, Kimberly, of Newport, and Douglas Maguire and his wife, Debra, of Roseglen; and two granddaughters, Kailey Maguire and Kara Celsky. Ronald C.L. Smith Funeral Home, Duncannon, handled arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to his church 722 New Bloomfield Road, Duncannon 17020, or Humane Society of Greater Harrisburg, 7790 Grayson Road, Harrisburg 17111. DENNIS F. LIGHTNER SR. Dennis F. Lightner Sr., 84, of Shermans Dale passed away on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. He was born in Harrisburg on Oct. 11, 1940, to Jacob D. and Mildred I. (Kuhn) Lightner. Dennis F. Lightner Sr. Perry County Times He was a career Army man, specializing in Special Forces. He proudly served his country from 1959 to 1983, retiring as a master sergeant. During his lengthy military career, he earned decorations including medals, badges, citations and campaign ribbons — Master Parachutist Badge, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Cambodian Airborne Wings, Bronze Star Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Good Conduct Medal (five awards), Meritorious Service Medal with two Oak Leaf Cluster, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Bronze Star, Vietnam Service Medal, and Republic of Cambodia National Defense Medal. His overseas service included Vietnam, Cambodia and Ryukyu. After a successful 24-year Army career, he returned to his civilian career by establishing a painting and contracting company with his cousin, Neil Lightner, named Lightner and Lightner. The two cousins worked together from 1983 to 2002, when the company was dissolved. He was a member of Church of the Living Christ, Loysville. Surviving are his beloved wife of 56 years, Carol A. (Carlin) Lightner; two children, Jill M. Lightner, wife of Brennon D. Umbenhauer, of Landisburg, and Dennis F. Lightner Jr., husband of Kendra A. Lightner, of Gardners; a granddaughter, Keena M. Kirk, wife of Benjamin D. Kirk, of Shermans Dale; two great-grandchildren, Addyson J. and Camryn M; two siblings, Richard A. Lightner of Shermans Dale and Clifford W. Lightner, husband of Aletha, of Blain; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by eight siblings, Alma J. Kuhn, Edgar E. Lightner, Beverly J. Sheaffer, Donna M. Ellerman, Barry J. Lightner, Mary L. Garber, Eva J. Burnham and Vincent D. Lightner. A service was held Nov. 21 in his church with pastor Ethan Swartz officiating. Interment, with military honors, was in Landisburg Cemetery. Nickel-Lochstampfor Family Funeral Home, Loysville, handled arrangements. JOAN W. ANDERSON Joan Wohlsen Anderson, aged 93, formerly of Tyrone Township, Perry County, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024. Born on March 10, 1931, Joan was a spirited and thoughtful woman who dedicated much of her life to her family, her faith, and community service. Born on Long Island, New York, Joan was one of only a few pioneering women who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from Rutgers University in the early 1950s. After graduation, she worked in a laboratory doing plant genetics in New York City. She later earned a master’s degree in education from the State University of New York. Her professional career included innumerable hours as the manager of Tri County Veterinary Services and Meadow Mist Farms. Joan Anderson Perry County Times A woman of deep faith, Joan was a member of Tressler Memorial Lutheran in Loysville, and a founding member of Carlisle Friends (Quaker) Meeting. Her commitment to her faith was evident in her active participation in various religious and community-focused roles, including years as a Sunday School and First Day School teacher and fostering children in need in her home. Joan’s leadership qualities shone brightly through her involvement with the Girl Scouts of America, where she served for many years as a Brownie leader and held several other leadership roles. Furthermore, she founded the Legislative Initiative Against the Death Penalty, showcasing her commitment to social justice. Joan was also a passionate gardener, achieving the status of Master Gardener, which allowed her to engage with her community and nature. Joan was preceded in death by: her loving husband, Burleigh Anderson; her parents, Paul and Ethel Wohlsen; and her brother, Paul Wohlsen Jr. She is survived by: her children, Timothy Anderson, Elizabeth Anderson, and Karen Anderson; and her grandchildren, Caleb Anderson, Erika Anderson, Nathan Anderson-Stahl, Lars de Lorenzi, and Hanna de Lorenzi. A memorial service celebrating Joan’s life will be held at the Carlisle Friends Meeting (252 A St, Carlisle), on December 28, 2024 at 2 pm. Joan’s life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and commitment to her beliefs and community. Her inner light shines brightly through the lives of those whom she touched. RICHARD L. YOHE Richard Leroy Yohe, 77, of Duncannon passed away peacefully on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, at his home in Wheatfield Twp. He was born Thursday, Nov. 21, 1946, in Chambersburg to the late Ruth A. (Rhoades) Flora. Richard L. Yohe Perry County Times A veteran, he proudly served with the Army during the Vietnam War. In 2018, he retired from FedEx, where he worked as a truck driver. Surviving are his wife of more than 14 years, Linda Marie (Barrick) Yohe of Duncannon; a daughter, Dana Yohe of Enola; a son, Brian Yohe, married to Tammy Yohe, of New Cumberland; a stepdaughter, Jennifer L. Hays, married to Matthew, of Howard; a stepson, Brian P. Barrick, married to Susan, of Port Trevorton; nine grandchildren, Lindsay, Amber, Mayson, Christyan, Austyn, Hunter, Kaelyn, Trevor and Alex; two great-grandchildren, Jason and Sophia; and three siblings, Grace Gibson, Ben and Galen Yohe. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Yohe; a sister, Gladys Hershey; and two brothers, Larry Booze and Donny Yohe. A service was held Nov. 19 in Marysville Church of God. Interment, with military honors, was in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. Michael J. Shalonis Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Marysville, handled arrangements. JANICE E. HENCH Janice Elaine Hench, 89, of Mechanicsburg died on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. She was born on Thursday, July 11, 1935, in Kistler to Dwight and Ruth (McConnell) McMillen. Janice E. Hench Perry County Times She graduated in 1953 from Blain Union High School as valedictorian and from Central Penn Business School’s allied health medical secretary program in 1954. She retired from Camp Hill School District business office in 1998, after many years of service working as the secretary to the business manager. She was an accomplished pianist, avid reader and meticulous record-keeper. Her interpersonal skills were exemplary, characterized by warmth, respect and gracious communication. She had a passion for travel, exploring destinations including Hawaii, Alaska and Europe, which she visited twice with her daughter and grandson. She equally enjoyed visits to the Blain farm, shared by her husband, and winter months in Florida. She will be dearly missed by all those fortunate enough to have been in her life. Surviving are her husband of 66 years, Lloyd Darwin Hench; a daughter, Sharon Potteiger of Shiremanstown; a grandson, Brandon Potteiger of Pooler, Ga.; a brother: Carl McMillen of Kistler; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four siblings, Ray McMillen, Bernice Dovey, Lucille Snyder and Wanda Harris. A gathering of family and friends was held Nov. 26 at Buhrig Funeral and Cremation, Mechanicsburg, with George Spangler officiating. Burial was in Blain Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy House, 730 Norland Ave., Chambersburg 17201 or www.mercyhouseofchambersburg.org. FLORA A. WOLF Flora A. Wolf, 99, of Carlisle died Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Church of God Home, where she had been residing since 2018. She was born in Carlisle to Dominick and Mary (Vero) Minchella, formerly of Italy. Flora A. Wolf Perry County Times She graduated in 1943 from Carlisle High School. She was employed by Maslands, Carlisle Ribbon Mill and Kinny Shoe Co. and later owned and operated Wolf’s Sunoco Service Station and Coffee Shop on top of Sterrets Gap with her husband. Following retirement, she enjoyed bowling, playing cards with family, baseball and loved being outside. She was an inspiring mother who loved her family, and will be deeply missed. She was a lifelong and faithful member of St. Patrick Church. She was the widow of George J. Wolf. Surviving are two daughters, Darlene Metzgar, her husband, Richard, of Shermans Dale and Shirley Morrison, her husband, Keith, of Landisburg; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Burkholder, and two brothers, who died at childbirth. Mass of Christian Burial was held Nov. 22 in her church with her grandson, Father Michael Metzgar officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Hoffman Funeral and Cremation, Carlisle, handled arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick Shrine Church, 152 E. Pomfret St., Carlisle 17013.
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Joseph Paintsil and Dejan Joveljic scored in the first half, and the LA Galaxy won their record sixth MLS Cup championship with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday. After striking twice in the first 13 minutes of the final with goals from their star forwards, the Galaxy nursed their lead through a scoreless second half to raise their league’s biggest trophy for the first time since 2014. MLS’ most successful franchise struggled through most of the ensuing decade, even finishing 26th in the 29-team league last year. But the Galaxy turned everything around this season with a high-scoring new lineup that finished second in the Western Conference and then streaked through the playoffs with a whopping 18 goals in five games to win another crown. Sean Nealis scored for the seventh-seeded Red Bulls, whose improbable charge through the playoffs ended one win shy of its first Cup championship. With the league's youngest roster, New York fell just short of becoming the lowest-seeded team to win MLS' playoff tournament under first-year German coach Sandro Schwarz. Galaxy goalkeeper John McCarthy made four saves to win his second MLS title in three seasons. He was the MVP of the 2022 MLS Cup Final for the Galaxy's crosstown rival, Los Angeles FC. The Galaxy won this title without perhaps their most important player. Riqui Puig, the playmaking midfielder from Barcelona who ran their offense impressively all season long, tore a ligament in his knee last week in the Western Conference final. Puig watched the game in a suit, but his teammates hadn't forgotten him: After his replacement, Gastón Brugman, set up LA's opening goal with a superb pass, Paintsil held up Puig's jersey to their fans during the celebration. Paintsil put the Galaxy ahead in the ninth minute when he ran onto that sublime pass from Brugman and pounded home his 14th MLS goal — including four in the playoffs — in the Ghanaian forward's outstanding first season. Just four minutes later, Joveljic sprinted past four New York defenders and chipped home the 21st goal of his outstanding year as the Galaxy's striker. Nealis got New York on the scoreboard in the 28th minute when he volleyed home a ball that got loose in LA's penalty area after a corner. The Galaxy's usually shaky defense gave up another handful of good chances before reaching halftime with a tenuous lead. The second half was lively, but scoreless. Red Bulls captain Emil Forsberg hit the outside of the post in the 72nd minute, while Gabriel Pec and Galaxy substitute Marco Reus nearly converted chances a few moments later. The ball got loose again in the Galaxy's penalty area in the third minute of extra time, but two Red Bulls couldn't finish. The Galaxy bench rushed onto the field and prematurely celebrated a victory in the seventh minute of injury time, only to be herded back off for another 30 seconds of play. The Galaxy finished 17-0-3 this season at their frequently renamed suburban stadium, where the sellout crowd of 26,812 for the final included several robust cheering sections of traveling Red Bulls supporters hoping to see their New Jersey-based club’s breakthrough on MLS’ biggest stage. The Galaxy’s Greg Vanney became the fourth coach to win an MLS title with two clubs. The former Galaxy player also won it all with Toronto in 2017. The club famous for employing global stars from David Beckham and Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Robbie Keane and Javier “Chicharito” Hernández rebuilt itself this season with lesser-known young talents from around the world. The Galaxy signed Pec from Brazil and the Ghanaian Paintsil out of Belgium, and the duo combined with incumbent Serbian striker Joveljic to form a potent attack that could outscore almost any MLS opponent. But the Galaxy also relied heavily on Puig, their Catalan catalyst and one of MLS’ best players. Puig stayed in last week's game after injuring his knee, and he even delivered the decisive pass to Joveljic for the game’s only goal. ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/soccer Greg Beacham, The Associated PressDylan Hernández: MLS deal with Apple TV could be hurting league's efforts to grow its fan baseTrump threatens BRICS
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Wall Street ends flat after the Christmas breakROME — Pope Francis on Saturday installed 21 new cardinals , many of whom are key figures in his reform agenda. The group includes a Dominican preacher who acted as the spiritual father for Francis’ recent gathering of bishops, a Neapolitan “street priest” like himself and a Peruvian bishop who has strongly backed his crackdown on abuse. Francis’ 10th consistory to create new princes of the church is also the biggest infusion of voting-age cardinals in his 11-year pontificate, further cementing his imprint on the group of men who will one day elect his successor. With Saturday’s additions, Francis will have created 110 of the 140 cardinals under 80, thus eligible to vote in a conclave. Francis appeared at the ceremony in the St. Peter’s Basilica with a significant bruise on his chin, but he presided over the ritual without apparent problems. A Vatican spokesman said later Saturday that the bruise was caused by a contusion Friday morning, when Francis hit his nightstand with his chin. The pontiff, who turns 88 later this month, appeared slightly fatigued on Saturday but carried on as normal with the scheduled ceremony. Francis has suffered several health problems in recent years and now uses a wheelchair due to knee and back pain. In 2017, while on a trip to Colombia, Francis sported a black eye after he hit his head on a support bar when his popemobile stopped suddenly. His consistory brings the number of voting-age cardinals well over the 120-man limit set by St. John Paul II. But 13 existing cardinals will turn 80 next year, bringing the numbers back down. This consistory is notable too because the 21 men being elevated aren’t the same ones Francis named Oct. 6 when he announced an unusual December consistory. One of Francis’ original picks, Indonesian Bishop Paskalis Bruno Syukur, the bishop of Bogor, asked not to be made a cardinal “because of his desire to grow more in his life as a priest,” the Vatican said. Francis quickly substituted him with the Naples archbishop, Domenico Battaglia, known for his pastoral work in the slums and rough parts of Naples. Battaglia is one of five Italians getting the red hat, keeping the once-dominant Italian presence in the College of Cardinals strong. Turin is getting a cardinal in its archbishop, Roberto Repole, as is Rome: Baldassare Reina, who on the same day Francis announced he was becoming a cardinal also learned that Francis had promoted him to be his top administrator for the diocese of Rome. Francis, who is technically bishop of Rome, has been conducting a years-long reorganization of the Rome diocese and its pontifical universities. Reina – who is also grand chancellor of the pre-eminent Pontifical Lateran University – will be expected to execute the reform. Another Italian is the oldest cardinal: Angelo Acerbi, a 99-year-old retired Vatican diplomat. He is the only one among the 21 new cardinals to be older than 80 and thus ineligible to vote in a conclave. Francis’ picks on Saturday also include the youngest cardinal: the 44-year-old head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in Melbourne, Australia, Mykola Bychok. “I think that there is a special sign which was made by the Pope to nominate me as the youngest cardinal in the world,” Bychok said. “Ukraine has been fighting for three years, officially and maybe unofficially from 2014, after the occupation of the Crimean Peninsula and two regions, Donetsk and Lugansk. ... Maybe my weak voice will help to stop this war not only in Ukraine, but as well in other countries around the world.” Yet another Italian is one of two Vatican priests who do jobs in the Holy See that don’t usually carry the red hat: Fabio Baggio is undersecretary in the Vatican development office. Francis also decided to make a cardinal out of George Jacob Koovakad, the priest who organizes the pope’s foreign travels. Other picks have high-profile roles in Francis’ reforms. The archbishop of Lima, Peru, Carlos Gustavo Castillo Mattasoglio, made headlines recently because of an extraordinary essay he penned for El Pais newspaper in which he called for the suppression of an influential Peruvian Catholic movement, the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae , which also has a presence in the U.S. Castillo called the group a “failed experiment” of the church in Latin America, one of several conservative, right-wing movements that cropped up in the 1970s and 1980s as a counterweight to the more left-leaning liberation theology. “My hypothesis is that the Sodalitium obeys a political project,” Castillo wrote. “It is the resurrection of fascism in Latin America, artfully using the church by means of sectarian methods.” Francis has recently expelled the Sodalitium’s founder and several top members following a Vatican probe. Castillo is one of five new Latin American cardinals named by history’s first Latin American pope. They include the archbishop of Santiago del Estero, Argentina, Vicente Bokalic Iglic; the archbishop of Porto Alegre, Brazil, Jaime Spengler; the archbishop of Santiago, Chile, Fernando Natalio Chomali Garib and the archbishop of Guayaquil, Ecuador, Luis Gerardo Cabrera Herrera. Francis has long sought to broaden the geographic diversity of the College of Cardinals to show the universality of the church, particularly where it is growing. Asia got two new cardinals: Tarcisio Isao Kikuchi, the archbishop of Tokyo; and Pablo Virgilio Sinogco David, the bishop of Kalookan, Philippines. Africa also got two new cardinals: the archbishop of Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Ignace Bessi Dogbo, and the bishop of Algiers, Algeria, Jean-Paul Vesco. “There hasn’t been an African pope, but it’s a possibility in the church,” Dogbo said in an interview on the eve of his installation. “And I think that this eventuality — which is not necessarily a demand — if this eventuality were to arise, the universal church would have to be ready to take it on.” Francis also tapped the archbishop of Tehran, Iran, Dominique Joseph Mathieu, the bishop of Belgrade, Serbia, Ladislav Nemet, while the lone North American cardinal named is the archbishop of Toronto, Frank Leo. The Lithuanian-born cardinal-elect, Rolandas Makrickas, has a special job in this pontificate: As the archpriest of the St. Mary Major basilica, he hosts Francis every time the pope returns from a foreign trip, since the pope likes to pray before an icon of the Madonna in the church. Additionally, Makrickas oversaw a recent financial reform of the basilica and would have been involved in identifying the future final resting place for Francis, since the Argentine pope has said he will be buried there. Perhaps the most familiar new cardinal to anyone who has been following Francis’ reform agenda is the Dominican Timothy Radcliff, the spiritual father of the just-concluded synod, or gathering of bishops. The years-long process aimed to make the church more inclusive and responsive to the needs of rank-and-file Catholics, especially women. A British theologian, the white-robed Radcliffe often provided clarifying, if not humorous interventions during the weeks-long debate and retreats. At one point he set off a mini-firestorm by suggesting that external financial pressures influenced African bishops to reject Francis’ permission to allow blessings for gay couples. He later said he just meant that the African Catholic Church is under pressure from other well-financed faiths. As the synod was winding down, he offered some valuable perspective. “Often we can have no idea as to how God’s providence is at work in our lives. We do what we believe to be right and the rest is in the hands of the Lord,” he told the gathering. “This is just one synod. There will be others. We do not have to do everything, just try to take the next step.”The TOI Entertainment Desk is a dynamic and dedicated team of journalists, working tirelessly to bring the pulse of the entertainment world straight to the readers of The Times of India. No red carpet goes unrolled, no stage goes dark - our team spans the globe, bringing you the latest scoops and insider insights from Bollywood to Hollywood, and every entertainment hotspot in between. We don't just report; we tell tales of stardom and stories untold. 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