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9 hours ago
- Politics
- First Post
US-backed GHF chief denies evidence of deaths near aid centres, defends Gaza operation
Hundreds of Palestinians, including children, have died in the past weeks as they gathered at aid distribution centres to collect food after months of blockade imposed by Israel that cut off the region from aid. Most of these deaths were reported near distribution centres run by GHF read more Palestinian children shove to get a ration of hot food from a charity kitchen set up at the Islamic University campus in Gaza City. AFP The head of the controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) has defended the US and Israel-backed organisation's operation in the region despite the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians during aid collection. Johnnie Moore, the chief of GHF, told BBC that while he does not dispute the deaths of Gazans, the claim that '100 per cent of those casualties are being attributed to close proximity to GHF' is 'not true'. He also accused the United Nations and other international organisations of spreading unverified information. 'We spend an extended period of time trying to understand what actually happened, if anything actually happened and whether there's a way that we can make it less likely to happen,' Moore said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'People need to understand that it is disinformation that people going to GHF sites are being killed, we have no evidence of that happening in proximity to our sites,' he added. Hundreds of Palestinians, including children, have died in the past weeks as they gathered at aid distribution centres to collect food after months of blockade imposed by Israel that cut off the region from aid. Most of these deaths were reported near distribution centres run by GHF. IDF opens probe The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have opened an investigation into possible war crimes after more evidence points to the possibility of its troops deliberately opening fire at Palestinians receiving food at aid distribution centres across Gaza. Anonymous Israeli soldiers have told Israeli newspaper Haaretz that troops had been told to shoot at crowds of Palestinian citizens collecting aid near food distribution sites to keep them away from Israeli military positions. The soldiers added that they had reservations about launching an assault on people who appeared to pose no threat. IDF rejects media reports The Israeli military has rejected reports by Israeli media, saying no forces had been ordered 'to deliberately shoot at civilians, including those approaching the distribution centres'. It added, 'To be clear, IDF directives prohibit deliberate attacks on civilians." Late on Friday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, similarly, rejected claims made in the Haaretz report in a joint statement. They accused the news outlet of 'malicious falsehoods designed to defame the IDF, the most moral military in the world'.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
GM wins victory as appeals court decertifies transmission lawsuits
General Motors persuaded a federal appeals court on Friday to decertify a class action seeking to hold the automaker liable for knowingly selling about 800,000 cars, trucks and SUVs with faulty transmissions . In a 9-7 vote, the 6th US Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati found too many differences among vehicle owners to justify having one judge oversee the litigation, including 26 statewide subclasses and 59 state law claims. Class actions can result in greater recoveries at lower cost than if plaintiffs were forced to sue individually. Neither GM nor lawyers for the vehicle owners immediately responded to requests for comment. The case covered Chevrolet and GMC vehicles equipped with 8L45 or 8L90 eight-speed automatic transmissions, and sold in the 2015 through 2019 model years. Drivers said the vehicles shuddered and shook in higher gears, and hesitated and lurched in lower gears, even after repair attempts. The vehicles included the Cadillac CTS, CT6 and Escalade; Chevrolet Camaro, Colorado, Corvette and Silverado; and GMC Canyon, Sierra and Yukon, among others. The decision reversed an August 2024 ruling by Circuit Judge Karen Nelson Moore for a three-judge panel. Moore dissented on Friday, accusing the new majority of trying to erect "insurmountable barriers to certification for plaintiffs who file class-action complaints against national manufacturers." Republican presidents appointed the nine judges in Friday's majority, while Democratic presidents appointed the seven dissenting judges. The appeals court sent the litigation back to US District Judge David Lawson in Detroit for further review, which could lead to certification of smaller subclasses. The case is Speerly et al v. General Motors LLC, 6th US Circuit Court of Appeals, No. 23-1940.
Hamilton Spectator
a day ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Movie theatre ‘visionary': Cineplex CEO Ellis Jacob praised as he plans retirement
TORONTO - Movie theatre giant Cineplex Inc. says president and chief executive Ellis Jacob will retire at the end of next year, in what industry watchers say marks the end of an era for the company. Cineplex board chair Phyllis Yaffe praised Jacob for his work in building the company over the past four decades. The company said Jacob will continue to lead Cineplex in the interim and help in the transition to new leadership. 'Ellis is, quite simply, a giant in our industry,' Yaffe said in a press release. 'It has been a privilege to work alongside him for many years and we look forward to working with him through this transition.' Jacob was appointed president and chief executive of Cineplex in 2003 when the Canadian assets of Lowes Cineplex Entertainment and Galaxy Entertainment Inc. were merged. Before his current role, Jacob was president and CEO of Galaxy Entertainment, which he co-founded in 1999. That shift more than 20 years ago marked the first time in decades that Canada's movie theatre footprint was largely owned by Canadian companies, said Paul Moore, a professor of film history at Toronto Metropolitan University. 'Ellis Jacob is there at the helm of another moment of a big transition in the industry here in Canada — he's at the helm of actually creating a Canadian-owned business that runs the majority of movie theatres across Canada,' said Moore. 'Historically, if you look back from the 1930s all the way up to the 1990s, there's always been concern about our movie theatres are owned by Hollywood, and that's why we don't see our own stories on screen. Well, for 20 years now, we've had Cineplex being Canadian-owned.' Moore said the company has navigated a number of challenges during Jacob's leadership, including the rise of streaming platforms and plummeting box office sales during the COVID-19 pandemic. He said the company has pulled through 'partly because of its gorilla-sized proportion of the market' in Canada. 'So whenever a blockbuster does come along like Top Gun Maverick or most recently, the Minecraft movie, it's almost always a Cineplex theatre that Canadians go see that big blockbuster,' said Moore. 'And it's kind of protected them to a certain extent from competition domestically, and helped the transition here in Canada of the decline of everyday movie-going and the real shift to only occasional blockbuster movie-going.' Cineplex spent much of the pandemic period grappling with the fallout from its failed sale to U.K. theatre company Cineworld Group PLC. The scuttled $2.8 billion deal wound up in a court battle meant to decide whether Cineworld had the right to walk away from the transaction. A judge sided with Cineplex, but Cineworld made an appeal before it filed for bankruptcy in the United States. Cineplex has since said it does not expect to meaningfully recoup its costs. Today, Cineplex has more than 170 movie theatres and entertainment venues across Canada. The company has also long run its RecRoom arcade and dining venues, which Moore noted has helped diversify the movie-going experience for consumers. In a statement, Jacob said he has 'unwavering confidence in Cineplex's bright future' and was committed to working with the company's board as it transitions to a new CEO. 'After thoughtful consideration, I welcome this next chapter,' he said. 'For decades, I have been focused on making Cineplex a great Canadian company, and I move forward with immense pride in what we've built for generations of Canadian movie fans who come to us for those magical moments of escape that can only be found in a true theatre experience.' RBC analyst Drew McReynolds said Jacob 'has been the visionary beating heart of not only Cineplex but the broader theatrical exhibition industry for decades.' 'While these shoes are next to impossible to fill, we expect the leadership transition at Cineplex to be seamless and believe the transition timing is consistent with what should be a full industry recovery by 2026,' McReynolds said in a note on Friday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 27, 2025. Companies in this story: (TSX:CGX)
Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Fantasy Football Rankings: 3 key players giving Justin Boone headaches this draft season
Every time I sit down to work on my fantasy rankings and projections, there are always a handful of players who demand more time than others. Normally, it's fun to dig deeper into a player's profile and come away with a better understanding of their outlook moving forward. However, there are plenty of occasions when it ends up being a frustrating process that leads you further down the rabbit hole in search of answers. Advertisement [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] Here are three players who forced me to stare into the abyss longer than expected as I contemplated their fantasy values for this season. DJ Moore, WR, Bears For all the excitement over Ben Johnson's arrival in Chicago, it's unclear which players will benefit the most in the Bears' offense. Moore has been the team's unquestioned No. 1 receiver the past two years, topping 95 receptions in both campaigns. But he's coming off one of the more disappointing 98-catch seasons you'll ever witness, failing to eclipse 1,000 yards and posting career lows in yards per route run (1.44) and yards per touch (9.3). Advertisement Meanwhile, the front office spent their first two picks on pass-catchers, Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III, who will join Rome Odunze and Cole Kmet to provide much stiffer target competition in 2025. With all the changes around him, Moore expressed uncertainty over how he'll be deployed in Johnson's scheme, but it's important to read the entire Chicago Sun-Times article from early June and not get misled by a quick soundbite. In the piece, Moore came across as excited about the new offense, which isn't surprising considering he attended Johnson's inaugural press conference with the club in January. He also vowed to clean up the bad on-field body language that plagued him at times during that forgettable 2024 campaign. Johnson noticed and praised his efforts, singling out Moore's motivation and willingness to do whatever it takes. Advertisement While a few positive spring quotes shouldn't be enough to sway savvy fantasy managers, let's remember Moore is just one season removed from finishing as the WR10 in fantasy points per game. And though his overall production took a hit a year ago, it was a disappointing season for the entire organization. Much of the blame for the offensive struggles fell on Caleb Williams, but issues with the former coaching staff and offensive line were obvious to anyone paying attention. Johnson's hiring will have a major impact on Williams' development, as will the significant investments up front with Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman and Jonah Jackson solidifying the interior. Thankfully, better days are ahead in Chicago and Johnson appears to be the type of offensive leader that the Bears — and Moore — need to maximize their potential. Moore's 2025 Fantasy Outlook: Even with the increased pass-catching weapons around him, Moore remains the most skilled wideout in Chicago and still has the best chance to be the Bears' top target. Burden missing OTAs due to a soft tissue injury will also slow the rookie's involvement early on. So, while the influx of young talent could be a problem for Moore's long-term dynasty value, the veteran continues to be a fantasy WR2 with top-15 upside in redraft — assuming Johnson gets Williams on track. Advertisement Redraft Ranking: WR19 (4th round) Breece Hall, RB, Jets Hall fits in the same category as Moore — high-end talents who've had some of their fantasy shine worn off while playing for losing teams with less than favorable circumstances. It feels like a lifetime ago when Hall was breaking long runs and averaging top-10 fantasy numbers over his first seven NFL games, before an ACL tear ended his rookie campaign. He managed to overcome the knee injury — and the Jets' subpar quarterback play — to produce RB6 fantasy results on a per-game basis in 2023. However, he did the majority of his damage over the final month, when he was the second-highest-scoring fantasy running back behind only Christian McCaffrey. It was an impressive feat that seemed to signal a return to his pre-injury form heading into the 2024 season. Advertisement Unfortunately, Hall wasn't as successful last year (RB18 in fppg), playing under the dark cloud that hovered over New York while Aaron Rodgers was its starting quarterback. But let's not lose sight of the fact we're talking about a 24-year-old runner who's been a solid fantasy option (when healthy) in three straight seasons and displayed an elite ceiling on several occasions. The team is also getting a much-needed fresh start with Aaron Glenn at head coach and Justin Fields under center. Of course, a new regime brings a level of uncertainty for any player and Glenn's suggestion that the team could use all three of their backs (Hall, Braelon Allen, Isaiah Davis) has fantasy managers worried. Advertisement That seems overblown to me. There's no doubt Hall is the most skilled and accomplished member of this depth chart. He'll also be led by Glenn and new OC Tanner Engstrand, who are coming from a Lions organization that had success using multiple backs. Other fantasy managers are wondering whether a rushing quarterback like Fields will help or hurt Hall's production. There's definitely a trade-off there, with Fields handling more carries than previous Jets' passers and potentially stealing some goal-line work, but he's also been among the annual league leaders in checkdown rate and his presence will draw defensive attention away from Hall. People had similar fears about Saquon Barkley with Jalen Hurts or Derrick Henry with Lamar Jackson; look how that worked out. Another possible area of improvement for Hall are the three first-round picks on the offensive line, including a pair of tackles taken in the top 15 in the past two drafts. Rookie right tackle Armand Membou, who excels as a run blocker, could be a huge boon for Hall's efficiency. Advertisement Hall's 2025 Fantasy Outlook: Hall has the third-easiest schedule in my upcoming Fantasy Strength of Schedule Matrix, which should help facilitate a bounce-back season. He's a worthwhile target as a high-end RB2 with legitimate RB1 upside if he can win over the new coaching staff and reestablish himself as the engine of New York's offense. Redraft Ranking: RB14 (3rd Round) Jayden Reed, WR, Packers Reed might be the most challenging player to break down on this list. He's a quality receiver in a good offense who adds value as a runner and has shown flashes of being a star. But will he ever get there for fantasy purposes? Advertisement As a top-50 pick, Reed instantly earned a role in Matt LaFleur's offense and finished as the WR23 as a rookie, scoring 10 total touchdowns (eight receiving, two rushing) and adding 119 yards on the ground despite only seeing the field for 56% of Green Bay's snaps. There was plenty of room for growth and the expectations entering his sophomore campaign were sky-high. One fantasy manager who shall remain nameless (possibly the author of this article) attempted to trade for Reed in almost every format. Early returns were excellent, with Reed averaging WR14 fantasy stats through the first nine games of 2024 while seeing an increase in playing time up to 66%. But after the Packers' Week 10 bye, his numbers fell off a cliff — topping 50 yards just once the rest of the way and dropping down to 60% of the snaps. He was the WR62 during that final eight-game sample and finished as the WR38 in fppg on the year. Advertisement The reality is that Reed's role in the Packers' offense is mainly as the third receiver and, until he gets used in more two-receiver sets, fantasy stardom will continue to elude him. The decision to draft Matthew Golden in the first round only complicates the issue, as he joins Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks and Christian Watson (when healthy) on the outside. That's not even mentioning tight end Tucker Kraft, who the team has talked up repetitively this offseason. Green Bay is part of a growing group of passing attacks that are content spreading the ball around and not relying on any one pass-catcher to champion its cause. When it works, it's a great real-life approach but one that fantasy managers despise. Advertisement Reed's 2025 Fantasy Outlook: Reed is the rare WR4/flex who has the potential to reach WR2 value — and perhaps even WR1 fantasy production if his role increases. That makes him tempting in the seventh round and beyond, but I tend to go in different directions when on the clock in that range of drafts. Redraft Ranking: WR43 (7th Round)
India Today
a day ago
- Politics
- India Today
Drunk driving in US could get illegal immigrants deported, if new bill is passed
Immigrants in the US might now end up facing not just prison but also deportation for driving under the influence. The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that allows the deportation of illegal immigrants convicted of driving or admitted to the offence of driving under the influence of bill was introduced by conservative Representative Barry Moore, and was passed on Thursday by a 246 to 160 vote, according to a report by Fox Republicans voted against the bill, and it was opposed by 160 Democrats, the report added. Several Democrats also voted in favour of the bill. Republican Moore said the House vote signals tougher consequences for undocumented DUI offenders who endanger American lives."Today's vote in the House sends a clear message: if you are a guest in this country, and you break our laws and put American lives at risk by driving under the influence, there will be consequences," Moore said in a statement issued on Thursday."I introduced the Jeremy and Angel Seay and Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act because too many families in Alabama and across the nation have experienced tragedy due to illegals driving under the influence when they should never have been here in the first place," he OPPOSED THE BILL, CALL IT FEARMONGERINGadvertisementDemocrats who opposed the bill argued it was an attempt at fearmongering.A US Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon said there was a lack of evidence linking immigration to drunk-driving."I participated in the judiciary hearings that led to this bill being sent to the floor, and I carefully reviewed the majority report. There's absolutely no evidence in that hearing or report showing a causal connection between immigration status and drunk driving," Scanlon said when the House Rules Committee debated the bill earlier this week, according to Fox News."And most notably, for all this talk, this legislation takes no real meaningful action to repair our broken immigration system," she bill, named the Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act, is so bill is named after Jeremy and Angel Seay, a couple from Moore's own community who were killed by an illegal immigrant who was found to have been drunk driving, Fox News reported, citing is also named in honour of Brandon Mendoza, a slain Arizona police officer who was killed by an illegal immigrant driving under the bill must now pass the Senate before being sent to President Donald Trump for final approval.- EndsMust Watch
