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Emma Navarro emerged victorious in the battle of billionaire heiresses at the Garden Cup 2024, in front of nearly 20,000 spectators. While Jessica Pegula put up a brave fight at Madison Square Garden, she lost the contest narrowly, largely due to a new strategy. Pegula opted to play more drop shots than she normally does. However, that strategy backfired as she missed most of them, ultimately losing the first set in a tiebreaker. After the first set, Pegula told Tennis Channel that she was trying to copy Carlos Alcaraz, who was to play after her, against Ben Shelton at the same event. Pegula could not be faulted for attempting drop shots frequently since it was an exhibition match. However, the question remains whether she is preparing for the 2025 season with these drop shots. One cannot rule it out, as the US Open 2024 finalist will face stiff competition from the likes of Navarro, a resurgent Coco Gauff, World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina for the upcoming season. It is interesting to see Alcaraz having a profound impact on someone like Pegula, who is nearly 10 years older than him. But this is not the first instance of Pegula showing her admiration for Alcaraz, as she is indeed a huge fan of his. When Pegula had to watch Alcaraz play at Olympics without a seat At the Olympic Games 2024 in Paris, Pegula took a selfie that went viral on social media, and it’s easy to see why. She was at Stade Roland-Garros cheering for the American team. The duo of Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek took on Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal in the men’s doubles quarterfinals. Despite Pegula being a part of the American contingent and the daughter of a billionaire, she failed to get a proper seat for that match. But she was sporty enough to post about it, bringing the enthusiast out of her. At the US Open 2023, Pegula was in awe of Alcaraz, admitting that the level of entertainment and excitement he provided to fans was difficult for her to replicate when playing at Arthur Ashe Stadium after him. One thing is for certain. If Pegula takes some tips from Alcaraz on how to play the drop shot more effectively, among other things, she could become a serious contender for Grand Slams in 2025.
NoneSaquon Barkley becomes ninth running back to rush for 2,000 yards in a seasonCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Known across the globe as the stuck astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams hit the six-month mark in space Thursday with two more to go. The pair rocketed into orbit on June 5 , the first to ride Boeing's new Starliner crew capsule on what was supposed to be a weeklong test flight. They arrived at the International Space Station the next day, only after overcoming a cascade of thruster failures and helium leaks . NASA deemed the capsule too risky for a return flight, so it will be February before their long and trying mission comes to a close. People are also reading... While NASA managers bristle at calling them stuck or stranded, the two retired Navy captains shrug off the description of their plight. They insist they're fine and accepting of their fate. Wilmore views it as a detour of sorts: "We're just on a different path." NASA astronauts Suni Williams, left, and Butch Wilmore stand together for a photo June 5 as they head to the launch pad at Space Launch Complex 41 in Cape Canaveral, Fla., for their liftoff on the Boeing Starliner capsule to the International Space Station. "I like everything about being up here," Williams told students Wednesday from an elementary school named for her in Needham, Massachusetts, her hometown. "Just living in space is super fun." Both astronauts lived up there before, so they quickly became full-fledged members of the crew, helping with science experiments and chores like fixing a broken toilet, vacuuming the air vents and watering the plants. Williams took over as station commander in September. "Mindset does go a long way," Wilmore said in response to a question from Nashville first graders in October. He's from Mount Juliet, Tennessee. "I don't look at these situations in life as being downers." Boeing flew its Starliner capsule home empty in September, and NASA moved Wilmore and Williams to a SpaceX flight not due back until late February. Two other astronauts were bumped to make room and to keep to a six-month schedule for crew rotations. Boeing Crew Flight Test astronauts Butch Wilmore, left, and Suni Williams pose for a portrait June 13 inside the vestibule between the forward port on the International Space Station's Harmony module and Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. Like other station crews, Wilmore and Williams trained for spacewalks and any unexpected situations that might arise. "When the crews go up, they know they could be there for up to a year," NASA Associate Administrator Jim Free said. NASA astronaut Frank Rubio found that out the hard way when the Russian Space Agency had to rush up a replacement capsule for him and two cosmonauts in 2023, pushing their six-month mission to just past a year. Boeing said this week that input from Wilmore and Williams was "invaluable" in the ongoing inquiry of what went wrong. The company said it is preparing for Starliner's next flight but declined to comment on when it might launch again. NASA also has high praise for the pair. "Whether it was luck or whether it was selection, they were great folks to have for this mission," NASA's chief health and medical officer, Dr. JD Polk, said during an interview with The Associated Press. NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, both Expedition 71 flight engineers, make pizza Sept. 9 aboard the International Space Station's galley located inside the Unity module. Items are attached to the galley using tape and Velcro to keep them from flying away in the microgravity environment. On top of everything else, Williams, 59, had to deal with "rumors," as she calls them, of serious weight loss. She insists her weight is the same as it was on launch day, which Polk confirms. During Wednesday's student chat, Williams said she didn't have much of an appetite when she first arrived in space. But now she's "super hungry" and eating three meals a day plus snacks, while logging the required two hours of daily exercise. Williams, a distance runner, uses the space station treadmill to support races in her home state. She competed in Cape Cod's 7-mile Falmouth Road Race in August. She ran the 2007 Boston Marathon up there as well. She has a New England Patriots shirt with her for game days, as well as a Red Sox spring training shirt. "Hopefully I'll be home before that happens — but you never know," she said in November. Husband Michael Williams, a retired federal marshal and former Navy aviator, is caring for their dogs back home in Houston. As for Wilmore, 61, he's missing his younger daughter's senior year in high school and his older daughter's theater productions in college. The astronauts in the video seemed to be in good spirits with one stating, “It’s gonna be delicious.” (Scripps News) "We can't deny that being unexpectedly separated, especially during the holidays when the entire family gets together, brings increased yearnings to share the time and events together," his wife, Deanna Wilmore, told the AP in a text this week. Her husband "has it worse than us" since he's confined to the space station and can only connect via video for short periods. "We are certainly looking forward to February!!" she wrote. SpaceX launches rescue mission for NASA astronauts stuck at space station A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, with a crew of two astronauts, lifts off from launch pad 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Cape Canaveral, Fla., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, with a crew of two astronauts, lifts off from launch pad 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) NASA astronaut Nick Hague, left, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, left, gives a thumbs up as they leave the Operations and Checkout Building on their way to Launch Complex 40 for a mission to the International Space Station Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at Cape Canaveral, Fla., (AP Photo/John Raoux) NASA astronaut Nick Hague, right, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov leave the Operations and Checkout building for a trip to the launch pad 40 Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) NASA astronaut Nick Hague, right, talks to his family members as Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov looks on after leaving the Operations and Checkout building for a trip to the launch pad 40 Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. Two astronauts are beginning a mission to the International Space Station. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) In this image from video provided by NASA, Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, left, and astronaut Nick Hague travel inside a SpaceX capsule en route to the International Space Station after launching from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. (NASA via AP) A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, with a crew of two astronauts, lifts off from launch pad 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, with a crew of two astronauts, lifts off from launch pad 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Cape Canaveral, Fla., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket with a crew of two lifts off from launch pad 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket with a crew of two lifts off from launch pad 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) The Falcon 9's first stage booster returns to Landing Zone 1 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) Get local news delivered to your inbox!HICKSVILLE, N.Y. , Dec. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flagstar Financial, Inc. (NYSE: FLG) (the "Company") today announced the appointment of Brian Callanan , Senior Managing Director and General Counsel at Liberty Strategic Capital ("Liberty"), to its Board of Directors, effective December 16, 2024 . Commenting on the appointment, Joseph M. Otting , Chairman, President, and CEO said, "I'm pleased to have Brian join our Board. His proven track record and expertise in financial services, along with his strategic insights will be instrumental as we continue to execute on our transformation and long-term vision. Brian's perspectives will provide valuable guidance, and his leadership will play a critical role in driving sustainable growth, ensuring we achieve long-term success and maximize the value we deliver to our shareholders, employees, and clients." Callanan is a distinguished lawyer with extensive experience in financial regulation, regulatory compliance, and financial technology. At Liberty, Callanan leads the firm's legal function, serves on its Investment Committee, and focuses on financial sector investments. Prior to joining Liberty, he served as General Counsel of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, overseeing 2,000 lawyers across the department. As Chief General Counsel, he played a key role in major initiatives such as economic rescue programs during COVID-19, the design of new economic sanctions, and the implementation of tax reform. While serving as Deputy General Counsel, Callanan managed major litigation and advised on regulatory reform efforts, among other responsibilities. For his service, he received the Alexander Hamilton Award, the department's highest honor. This appointment aligns with the $1.05 billion equity investment in March 2024 , which stipulated that two Board seats would be granted to lead investor Liberty Strategic Capital. With Callanan's addition, the Company's Board of Directors, which was reconstituted earlier in 2024, expands to nine members, including Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, Joseph M. Otting , Milton Berlinski , Alessandro P. DiNello , Alan Frank , Marshall Lux , Lead Independent Director Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin , Allen Puwalski , and Jennifer Whip. About Flagstar Financial, Inc. Flagstar Financial, Inc. is the parent company of Flagstar Bank, N.A., one of the largest regional banks in the country. The Company is headquartered in Hicksville, New York . At September 30, 2024, the Company had $114.4 billion of assets, $73.0 billion of loans, deposits of $83 .0 billion, and total stockholders' equity of $8 .6 billion. Flagstar Bank, N.A. operates over 400 branches, including a significant presence in the Northeast and Midwest and locations in high growth markets in the Southeast and West Coast. In addition, the Bank has approximately 80 private banking teams located in over 10 cities in the metropolitan New York City region and on the West Coast, which serve the needs of high-net worth individuals and their businesses. Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This release may include forward‐looking statements by the Company and our authorized officers pertaining to such matters as our goals, beliefs, intentions, and expectations regarding (a) revenues, earnings, loan production, asset quality, liquidity position, capital levels, risk analysis, divestitures, acquisitions, and other material transactions, among other matters; (b) the future costs and benefits of the actions we may take; (c) our assessments of credit risk and probable losses on loans and associated allowances and reserves; (d) our assessments of interest rate and other market risks; (e) our ability to execute on our strategic plan, including the sufficiency of our internal resources, procedures and systems; (f) our ability to attract, incentivize, and retain key personnel and the roles of key personnel; (g) our ability to achieve our financial and other strategic goals, including those related to our merger with Flagstar Bancorp, Inc., which was completed on December 1, 2022, our acquisition of substantial portions of the former Signature Bank through an FDIC-assisted transaction, and our ability to fully and timely implement the risk management programs institutions greater than $100 billion in assets must maintain; (h) the effect on our capital ratios of the approval of certain proposals approved by our shareholders during our 2024 annual meeting of shareholders; (i) the conversion or exchange of shares of the Company's preferred stock; (j) the payment of dividends on shares of the Company's capital stock, including adjustments to the amount of dividends payable on shares of the Company's preferred stock; (k) the availability of equity and dilution of existing equity holders associated with amendments to the 2020 Omnibus Incentive Plan; (l) the effects of the reverse stock split; and (m) transactions relating to the sale of our mortgage business and mortgage warehouse business. Forward‐looking statements are typically identified by such words as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "outlook," "estimate," "forecast," "project," "should," "confident," and other similar words and expressions, and are subject to numerous assumptions, risks, and uncertainties, which change over time. Additionally, forward‐looking statements speak only as of the date they are made; the Company does not assume any duty, and does not undertake, to update our forward‐looking statements. Furthermore, because forward‐looking statements are subject to assumptions and uncertainties, actual results or future events could differ, possibly materially, from those anticipated in our statements, and our future performance could differ materially from our historical results. Our forward‐looking statements are subject to, among others, the following principal risks and uncertainties: general economic conditions and trends, either nationally or locally; conditions in the securities, credit and financial markets; changes in interest rates; changes in deposit flows, and in the demand for deposit, loan, and investment products and other financial services; changes in real estate values; changes in the quality or composition of our loan or investment portfolios, including associated allowances and reserves; changes in future allowance for credit losses, including changes required under relevant accounting and regulatory requirements; the ability to pay future dividends; changes in our capital management and balance sheet strategies and our ability to successfully implement such strategies; recent turnover in our Board of Directors and our executive management team; changes in our strategic plan, including changes in our internal resources, procedures and systems, and our ability to successfully implement such plan; changes in competitive pressures among financial institutions or from non‐financial institutions; changes in legislation, regulations, and policies; the imposition of restrictions on our operations by bank regulators; the outcome of pending or threatened litigation, or of investigations or any other matters before regulatory agencies, whether currently existing or commencing in the future; the success of our blockchain and fintech activities, investments and strategic partnerships; the restructuring of our mortgage business; our ability to recognize anticipated expense reductions and enhanced efficiencies with respect to our recently announced strategic workforce reduction; the impact of failures or disruptions in or breaches of the Company's operational or security systems, data or infrastructure, or those of third parties, including as a result of cyberattacks or campaigns; the impact of natural disasters, extreme weather events, military conflict (including the Russia / Ukraine conflict, the conflict in Israel and surrounding areas, the possible expansion of such conflicts and potential geopolitical consequences), terrorism or other geopolitical events; and a variety of other matters which, by their nature, are subject to significant uncertainties and/or are beyond our control. Our forward-looking statements are also subject to the following principal risks and uncertainties with respect to our merger with Flagstar Bancorp, which was completed on December 1, 2022 , and our acquisition of substantial portions of the former Signature Bank through an FDIC-assisted transaction: the possibility that the anticipated benefits of the transactions will not be realized when expected or at all; the possibility of increased legal and compliance costs, including with respect to any litigation or regulatory actions related to the business practices of acquired companies or the combined business; diversion of management's attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities; the possibility that the Company may be unable to achieve expected synergies and operating efficiencies in or as a result of the transactions within the expected timeframes or at all; and revenues following the transactions may be lower than expected. Additionally, there can be no assurance that the Community Benefits Agreement entered into with NCRC, which was contingent upon the closing of the Company's merger with Flagstar Bancorp, Inc., will achieve the results or outcome originally expected or anticipated by us as a result of changes to our business strategy, performance of the U.S. economy, or changes to the laws and regulations affecting us, our customers, communities we serve, and the U.S. economy (including, but not limited to, tax laws and regulations). More information regarding some of these factors is provided in the Risk Factors section of our Annual Report on Form 10‐K/A for the year ended December 31, 2023, Quarterly Report on Forms 10-Q for the quarters ended March 31, 2024 , June 30, 2024 , and September 30, 2024 , and in other SEC reports we file. Our forward‐looking statements may also be subject to other risks and uncertainties, including those we may discuss in this news release, on our conference call, during investor presentations, or in our SEC filings, which are accessible on our website and at the SEC's website, www.sec.gov . Investor Contact: Salvatore J. DiMartino (516) 683-4286 Media Contact: Nicole Yelland (248) 219-9234 View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/flagstar-financial-inc-appoints-brian-callanan-to-board-of-directors-302331692.html SOURCE Flagstar Financial, Inc.
How Washington outsider Jimmy Carter wooed voters tired of Vietnam and WatergateLAS VEGAS -- The Milwaukee Bucks are making a return trip to the NBA Cup semifinals after falling short in Sin City last season. This time around, they'll have the responsibility of stopping one of the game's great entertainers in Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks. Young rolled a pair of imaginary dice over the New York Knicks' midcourt logo in the closing moments of the Hawks' 108-100 win in the quarterfinals on Tuesday, a nod to the Hawks' trip to Vegas. It was yet another example of Young's showmanship, something the Knicks have seen firsthand over the years. The Bucks also got to experience a bit of Young's big-game prowess in the 2021 Eastern Conference finals, but Young suffered an ankle injury in Game 3 of that series and wasn't the same the rest of the way. If "Ice Trae" has it his way, the Bucks will be the latest victim of his prime-time heroics on Saturday night. Even if he doesn't like to linger on the memories of that series. "I don't let past things make me mad (and I don't) hold a grudge on those things," the 26-year-old Young said. "Yeah, I'm young. I'm not super young anymore, where I like, let those things really affect me. "I remember it like it was yesterday. It definitely hurts, but I mean, this is a new team. I'm part of a new team. They're a different team. So I can't let my past affect my mental and my focus on right now, because it's a totally different team and totally different place." Young is averaging 21 points per game to go along with 12.2 assists, numbers that have only been equaled by Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas over the course of an entire NBA season. He's gotten a fair bit of help too, most notably in the form of 19.8 points and a team-high 10.1 rebounds per game from fourth-year forward Jalen Johnson. The Hawks earned the No. 3 seed in NBA Cup knockout play after going 3-1 in the East Group C stage. Atlanta's among the hottest teams in the league at the moment, having won seven of its last eight games overall. The Bucks, on the other hand, are the only team of the four remaining that made it to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas last season. They had a short trip, falling 128-119 to the Pacers, but the hope is that last year's experience better prepared them for all of the outside hoopla that comes with this stage. At the very least, they have a much better understanding of what winning the NBA Cup would entail. "I think last year, most people didn't even understand what was going on until they got to the final stages," Bucks star Damian Lillard said. "When we got to the game against New York last year, where the winner got to go to Vegas, we started to have a better understanding of what was on the line. "Coming into this season, I think everybody understood better. Everybody cared more, not just because it's an opportunity to win money. Even though it's not the ultimate goal, I think it gives you an edge. We want to be the last team standing in it. We want to win the money. We want to continue going in the right direction as a team." The Bucks entered Tuesday's quarterfinal as the East's top seed in NBA Cup play, going 4-0 in East Group B play despite a turbulent 2-8 start to the season. They've won nine of their last 11 games and eclipsed .500 for the season by beating the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday and the Orlando Magic on Tuesday. Giannis Antetokounmpo sits atop the NBA scoring leaders as of Friday afternoon, averaging 32.7 points and a team-high 11.4 rebounds per game. Lillard has also played at an All-Star level, averaging 25.8 points per game in addition to 7.6 assists. Bobby Portis (13.2 ppg) and Brook Lopez (11 ppg) are the only other Bucks averaging double figures. --Will Despart, Field Level MediaUbisoft reportedly developing Animal Crossing-style social sim with Minecraft-like building
The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, passed in the Lok Sabha on December 12 as an amendment to the existing 2005 law has, among multiple modifications, envisaged the formation of urban disaster management authorities in a first. Be it Bengaluru, which suffered flooding recently during October earlier this year, or Chennai, which was paralysed as a result of cyclone Michaung in November, climate-induced disasters are becoming a recurring phenomenon in Indian cities at a point wherein India is continuing to log an urban-focussed growth. In this context, experts and practitioners have lauded the introduction of an urban-specific disaster authority. While the amendments are yet to be discussed in detail and passed in the Upper House before being sent to the President for her assent, the provisions of the urban authority and aspects, such as necessary recognition of disaster risk reduction (DRR), climate change and some autonomy to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), have been welcomed. Also read | Centre approves ₹ 944 crore as Cyclone Fengal relief to Tamil Nadu, promises more after assessment reports Krishna S Vatsa, a member of NDMA, said this is a landmark step, given the country’s rapid urbanisation and recurrence of disasters in cities. “The existing district-level structures are not effective in these cases.” An official working with a UN agency, echoing the sentiments, said the emphasis on the creation of a disaster database will also lead to more data-based decision-making. Notably, the current draft mentions that national capital Delhi and Chandigarh will be the only exceptions. In other places, these new city-level authorities will align with central, state and district-level disaster management authorities for state capitals and large cities. While these additions have been lauded as broadly progressive, many experts have pointed out other obvious reformative steps that the proposed amendment has overlooked, particularly from the urban perspective. Also read | ‘Justice for Wayanad’: Priyanka leads protest, demands relief package for landslide-hit constituency A senior official with experience in working with a state disaster management authority for more than three years said the amendment could have mandated frameworks for resource allocations into clear categories, such as mitigation, preparedness, rescue, and rehabilitation, as recommended by the 15th Finance Commission. “This structured approach would ensure efficient and targeted use of resources for disaster management.” Other than this, he said, the emphasis on communication protocols and technology integration for real-time monitoring, predictive analysis, and data-driven decision-making is missing. He also mentioned that the law fails to incorporate participatory governance, involving local communities, to ensure solutions are inclusive and grounded in local realities. An official currently with the NDMA, on condition of anonymity, said, another level of decentralisation was required, with regard to ward-level structures, for emergency management. “We need to pay more attention to creating urban search and rescue teams, which can operate at a sub-city level.” Kathyayini Chamaraj, a member of the social security association of India, said ward disaster management teams and booth-level committees need to be formed with volunteers. “Ward committee members and ward-level officials need to be equipped with emergency funds to carry out activities during an emergency: rescue, recovery and mitigation of disasters,” Chamaraj said. Anil Kumar Gupta, a professor at IIT Roorkee who previously worked with the Centre for Disasters and Health and the National Institute of Disaster Management, questioned why mayors have been left out of the framework, when the state and central authorities are led by the Prime Minister and chief ministers, respectively. Gupta questioned the proposal to make the municipal corporation commissioner the chief of the urban disaster authority, expressing scepticism if the officer can exercise control multiple other parastatal agencies that are involved in the day-to-day functioning of large cities. “This is important as, unlike disaster response that is done on war footing, mitigation will involve broader issues, such as improving land use practice, housing, setting development regulation norms and even preparing risk-informed master plans.” He questioned how a multiplicity of agencies, incongruous with one another, will achieve its goals and wondered if these urban bodies will be set up in industrial cities, such as Noida, which do not have traditional municipal bodies. Gupta said the aspect of losses specific to cities has also been missed, as disasters not only negatively impact infrastructure but also disrupt supply chains and city economics. He said that instead of an authority, an operational agency to implement the mechanisms that already exist on paper in a time-bound manner would have been more helpful.FLAGSTAR FINANCIAL, INC. APPOINTS BRIAN CALLANAN TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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A Narayanganj court yesterday placed the three accused on a two-day remand in connection with the death of Buet student Mohtassim Masud in a road crash in Purbachal upazila of Narayanganj. The accused are Mubin Al Mamun, 20, Mirajul Karim, 22, and Asif Chowdhury, 19. Narayanganj Senior Judicial Magistrate Kazi Nur Mohsin passed the order in response to a five-day remand prayer for each. Mohtassim, 22, was killed and two of his classmates were injured when a car hit them and their stationary motorcycle early Friday at a police check post on Purbachal Expressway, better known as 300 feet road. Mohtassim was a 2nd-year student of computer science. He lived with his parents in the capital's Green Road area. Police said he died at the scene near Neela Market in Rupganj, Narayanganj. Mehedi Hasan Khan, 22, and Amit Saha, 22, also students of computer science at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (Buet), were admitted to hospitals with injuries. Meanwhile, Mehedi Hasan, assistant sub-inspector of Rupganj Police Station, filed another case against the three accused under the Narcotics Control Act. A Narayanganj court yesterday placed the three accused on a two-day remand in connection with the death of Buet student Mohtassim Masud in a road crash in Purbachal upazila of Narayanganj. The accused are Mubin Al Mamun, 20, Mirajul Karim, 22, and Asif Chowdhury, 19. Narayanganj Senior Judicial Magistrate Kazi Nur Mohsin passed the order in response to a five-day remand prayer for each. Mohtassim, 22, was killed and two of his classmates were injured when a car hit them and their stationary motorcycle early Friday at a police check post on Purbachal Expressway, better known as 300 feet road. Mohtassim was a 2nd-year student of computer science. He lived with his parents in the capital's Green Road area. Police said he died at the scene near Neela Market in Rupganj, Narayanganj. Mehedi Hasan Khan, 22, and Amit Saha, 22, also students of computer science at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (Buet), were admitted to hospitals with injuries. Meanwhile, Mehedi Hasan, assistant sub-inspector of Rupganj Police Station, filed another case against the three accused under the Narcotics Control Act.
In today’s Daily Dose of Social Media , we review the most notable activities and Entertainment from ATP and WTA players. Simona Halep surprised by training with Paula Badosa in Dubai, while Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton stole the spotlight at Madison Square the previous night. On the other hand, Venus Williams was honored for her cultural impact at an event in Miami. SimonaHalep joins Paula Badosa in Dubai to prepare for the 2025 season SimonaHalep, former World No. 1, is training with Paula Badosa in Dubai as she aimsto regain consistency and regularity ahead of the upcoming season. After achallenging period in her career, the Romanian appears determined to return tothe level that earned her two Grand Slam titles. Thepre-season block alongside Badosa could be a pivotal step for Halep as sheseeks to rediscover her best form in time for the demanding Australian swing.For her part, the Catalan is more motivated than ever to climb the rankings andhas invited Halep to join her training sessions under the Dubai sun. “Very niceto see these photos from Simona and Paula Badosa after they had practicetogether in Dubai for their preseason training. The 2025 season is not that faraway!,” the Romanian Tennis X account posted, sharing images from Halep’sInstagram story. Very nice to see these photos from Simona and Paula Badosa after they had practice together in Dubai for their preseason training. The 2025 season is not that far away! pic.twitter.com/2A17tHRcwj EmmaNavarro defeats Jessica Pegula at Madison Square Garden The iconicMadison Square Garden hosted an exciting evening of tennis, featuring twoexhibition matches that brought together some of the most notable names on thecircuit. In the women’s showdown, Emma Navarro triumphed over Jessica Pegula ina tightly contested all-American clash, securing victory with scores of 7-6 and7-5. The matchunfolded in a relaxed atmosphere, typical of such events, allowing the playersto showcase their skills while engaging with the New York crowd. The closescoreline reflected the high level of both athletes, with points that keptspectators captivated throughout. A uniqueaspect of the evening was the interaction between Navarro and Pegula, whoshared a light-hearted interview after the first set, highlighting theircamaraderie and sense of humour. For Navarro, this win in such a legendaryvenue serves as a confidence boost as she continues to establish herself on thetour. Meanwhile, Pegula, currently world No. 7, enjoyed the challenge and thedistinctive vibe of the event, which brought fans together to celebratetop-tier tennis in a more casual format. “Craaazygetting to play @thegarden thanks @tennisnightout for having us, loved everysecond,” Pegula shared on social media after the match. Una publicación compartida de emma navarro (@emma_navarro48) Flourishing at Madison Square Garden Emma Navarro takes out fellow American Jess Pegula 7-6, 7-5! #TheGardenCup pic.twitter.com/FG2QuYQVKl CarlosAlcaraz shines at Madison Square Garden CarlosAlcaraz returned to the spotlight in New York, a city etched in his memoryfollowing his US Open victory in 2022. This time, the Spanish sensationshowcased his talent at The Garden Cup , a special exhibition that paidhomage to Madison Square Garden’s storied history with tennis, harking back toits days hosting the Masters Cup, now known as the ATP Finals. Alcarazfaced rising star Ben Shelton in a match that delivered excitement andthrilling moments. After dropping the first set 4-6, the Spaniard reboundedwith a commanding 6-2 performance in the second set and secured the win in asuper tie-break with a 7-4 scoreline. Despite thefriendly nature of the event and its relaxed format, the intensity of play andthe quality of the rallies captivated the crowd. Alcaraz’s ability to adapt andthrill in any setting reaffirmed his status as a fan favourite, while Sheltonimpressed with his energy and potential on one of tennis’s most iconic stages. “Greatnight at Madison Square Garden! It’s been amazing to play here! @tennisnightout Charlotte,” Carlos Alcaraz posted. “Lastnight @thegarden was a movie Thanks to everyone with @tennisnightout thatmade it happen. Hope I’ll be back again ” Dr. Carlos Alcaraz helping Ben Shelton at The Garden Cup Wait for it pic.twitter.com/kqlntpIxZw Worthy of applause. #TheGardenCup | @carlosalcaraz pic.twitter.com/4rcBTBc2dn Great night at Madison Square Garden! It’s been amazing to play here! @tennisnightout Charlotte Getty pic.twitter.com/gvrb1SrELw Una publicación compartida de Ben Shelton (@benshelton) Venus Williams honored by Cultured Magazine Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams was recently honored by Cultured magazine, which included her in its inaugural "Cult 100" list. This recognition celebrates influential individuals whose impact goes beyond their primary discipline. The magazine, known as the "leading voice for inspiration" at the crossroads of art, design, and style, acknowledges Williams not only for her tennis career but also for her significant contributions off the court. Venus Williams has demonstrated remarkable versatility beyond tennis. Recently, she launched her AI-based interior design firm, Palazzo, showcasing her passion for art and technology. Despite the challenges of venturing into a new field, Williams compares her perseverance in business to the resilience she showed in her tennis career, overcoming adversity and maintaining a competitive mindset. "I am so proud of my achievements on the court, but I take even greater pride in what I’ve accomplished beyond it," Williams stated. "Early on in my career, I utilized my platform to make a positive impact, whether through tennis or my design firm, V Starr. I like to think that my decisions to stand up for what’s right—and be an advocate for gender equity and women’s empowerment—has inspired the next generation." Una publicación compartida de Venus Williams (@venuswilliams) Coco Gauff defends Apple Music, calls out haters in playful rant Coco Gauff recently shared her thoughts on the ongoingdebate between Apple Music and Spotify, addressing what she perceives as anunfair bias against Apple Music. In a playful yet passionate statement, shedefended the music streaming service, highlighting its features that sheappreciates, such as top album and genre rankings, spatial audio, and detailedmonthly and yearly replay reports. Gauff expressed frustration with the strongreactions from Spotify users, who seem to take offense at seeing Apple Musicscreenshots. “why iseveryone an apple music hater?? we get to see our top albums, top genres, havespatial audio, andget a monthly replay report on top of the yearly one. I like spotify but thefan base can’t stand to see an apple music screenshot. you would think I killedtheir dog chile" why is everyone an apple music hater?? we get to see our top albums, top genres, have spatial audio, and get a monthly replay report on top of the yearly one. I like spotify but the fan base can’t stand to see an apple music screenshot. you would think I killed their dog chile This article first appeared on TennisUpToDate.com and was syndicated with permission.