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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has backed winger Gabriel Martinelli to shine in the absence of star teammate Bukayo Saka , who was ruled out for "many weeks" with a hamstring injury on Monday. Saka has contributed nine goals and 13 assists in 24 games so far this season and Arteta said on Thursday he is confident that Brazil international Martinelli can help replace that output, having shifted to the right flank after Saka went off in the 5-1 win over Crystal Palace. Editor's Picks Jorginho on Arsenal atmosphere: Can't be unhappy 13h ESPN Arsenal's Saka out for 'many weeks' with injury 4d James Olley January transfers for all 20 Premier League teams that actually make sense 12h Ryan O'Hanlon "He [Martinelli] had a big impact in the game [against Palace] and like other players, everyone is going to have to add something else because Bukayo, who we rely a lot on, is not going to be with us," Arteta said. "Gabi loves it. Gabi, you put him a challenge and he wants to do it today if he can. So, I think he's a player that likes responsibility, that likes a bigger role. So, again, it's for all of them up front to take responsibility now." Saka's hamstring blow was the third he has faced this season, and Arteta was asked if his use of the player contributed to the latest setback. "I think there will be a lot of factors that are contributing to an injury like this. We are looking at it and trying to [find out if we could] do it better but nobody knows," the Spanish coach said. "Maybe you think you're doing everything perfect and perfect is not what that muscle needs, it needs something else that we cannot control. "At the moment, we're just worrying about resolving the first one and go day-by-day. Obviously when you look at his history over six years, it's incredible. It is very difficult to find a more robust player in this league, especially at his age when the load goes like a spike, national team, club, everything. It is an injury, we have to go over it and he will be fine." Arteta added that he is not ruling out making deals in January but is concentrating on getting the most out of the existing squad. "My focus now, honestly, is just about with the squad that we have to be as competitive as we possibly can and we have many, many options to do that, and if something unbelievable is available and the club is willing to do it, we'll have to consider it," he said. Arsenal host Ipswich Town on Friday hoping to close the gap on league leaders Liverpool , who beat Leicester City 3-1 on Boxing Day to extend their lead atop the Premier League to seven points with a game in hand. Should Arsenal win, they will leap past Chelsea and Nottingham Forest to be six points behind Arne Slot's team in second place.ST. LOUIS — Dozens of activists gathered Friday to demand changes at the city’s downtown jail, which has seen 18 people die in custody since 2020. In a press conference on the steps of City Hall, activists said the city has failed to provide proper health care services and has broken its promises to improve conditions and be more transparent about problems. “We must act now to prevent any further loss of life,” said Mike Milton, who heads Freedom Community Center, which advocates for alternatives to incarceration. The protest marked only the latest call for change at an institution that has lurched from crisis to crisis in recent years. Since 2021, it has been buffeted by rioting , hostage-taking , and rashes of deaths. Detainees and their family members have complained of dismal health care services . Attorneys have complained of trouble getting access to clients . Aldermen have held hearings on worrying staff shortages. It has also been a political problem. Mayor Tishaura O. Jones’ campaigned on cleaning up the Corrections Division after years of complaints of inhumane conditions and treatment of detainees at the City Workhouse, on the north riverfront, and riots at the downtown jail. The workhouse is closed, and set for demolition next month. But the downtown jail remains an albatross. The city has tried to improve conditions, St. Louis Public Safety Director Charles Coyle countered at a press conference Friday. Officials have hired a new contract health care provider and created new city health department positions to oversee care . They have ramped up visitor screening to keep out drugs that have caused deadly overdoses. They have spent millions of dollars replacing faulty cell locks that enabled at least some of the rioting. “We have made improvements, and continue to make improvements,” Coyle said. He noted that only two people have died in city custody thus far this year. If that holds, it would mark a reduction from 2022, when six people died, and 2023, when five people did. But activists said they would not be satisfied without sweeping change. Reading from a letter signed by a slew of social justice groups and delivered to city officials Friday, Milton said the city must end lockdowns that keep detainees in their cells for most of the day, and work with courts and prosecutors to reduce the number of people in the jail. He said the city has to stop arming its guards with mace spray, which critics say has been overused on prisoners . He said the city’s citizen oversight board must be given full access to the jail and its records to investigate wrongdoing, something board members say they have been consistently denied over the past two years. Others, like Inez Bordeaux, who is running for alderman in the city's 3rd Ward, and Janis Mensah, the onetime chair of the city's jail oversight board, spoke of closing the downtown jail like the city did with the old workhouse, leaving the city with no jail at all. “To me, it's simple,” Mensah said. “No more jail deaths means no more jail.” Rasmus Jorgensen, a spokesperson for Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, said the city has no plans to close its remaining jail.
‘Difference is Trump’: American homebuyers brace for rate painUConn announced a two-year contract extension for head football coach Jim Mora on Saturday, just before the team took the field for the Fenway Bowl against North Carolina. Mora’s contract extension will run through 2028 and will pay him $10 million through the remaining four years, with the opportunity to earn more in incentives. The 63-year-old coach is set to make $1.7 million next season, $1.9 million in 2026 and $2.3 and $2.4 million in 2027 and 2028, respectively. UConn then went out and thrashed North Carolina, 27-14, in a game that wasn’t as close as the score indicated. “I am forever grateful. I’m grateful to (athletic director) David (Benedict) and (school president) Radenka (Maric) and the Board of Trustees, but this is about what the (UConn players) did today,” Mora said when asked about the extension in the postgame press conference. In a statement released by UConn ahead of the game, Mora said: “I’d like to thank David Benedict, Radenka Maric and the University of Connecticut leadership for their trust in me and their commitment to our football program. When I first got here, I talked about where we wanted this program to go and we have shown great progress but we still have plenty of work to do. The commitment and dedication from the university and the athletic department has me excited about the future for our football team.” “Three years ago, I tasked Jim Mora with the challenge of leading our football team back to success and through his experience, energy and leadership he has done just that,” UConn athletic director David Benedict said in a statement. “He has taken our program to post season bowl games twice and just guided our team to one of the best seasons in UConn football history, building a momentum to keep this program moving forward. I look forward to his leadership of our football team in the years ahead.” Mora is coming off one of the most successful seasons in UConn football history, having led the team to an 8-4 record and an appearance in the Fenway Bowl. It’s the Huskies’ second bowl appearance in three years. UConn’s eight wins is the most for the program since 2010, and the Huskies had their first winning season since that year, too. A win Saturday would give UConn nine wins for just the third time in program history, with the last two such seasons coming in 2003 and 2007. UConn quarterbacks coach Brad Robbins is heading to Tulsa as an offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, according to a report from CBS Sports. Robbins was part of a coaching staff that helped the offense produce its most prolific attack since the 2009 season and fifth-most in program history (32.3 points per game). Robbins worked at FCS Tennessee Tech and Division II North Greenville before joining Jim Mora’s staff in spring 2023. Get local news delivered to your inbox!Ultimate luxury: Sneak peek inside the world’s largest sailing yacht
Why is chief minister Devendra Fadnavis so keen on having a special law to deal with ‘urban naxals’? He piloted the Maharashtra Special Public Security Act in the inaugural winter session of the Maharashtra state assembly session this month (after an abortive attempt at the last session before the assembly elections). Citing a 2012 report in which as many as 180 grassroots organisations were listed as having links with Naxalite groups, the chief minister justified the need for a new law. He claimed that 40 of those on this list took part in the Bharat Jodo Yatra, and specifically named Bharat Jodo Abhiyan led by Yogendra Yadav. Fadnavis also claimed that these groups had held a secret meeting in Kathmandu on 15 November in order to plan unrest in Maharashtra and launch an attack on EVMs in those constituencies where the BJP was likely to win. Yogendra Yadav, convenor of the Bharat Jodo Abhiyan, an umbrella organisation of Gandhian, socialist and Ambedkarite grassroots organisations, has dared Fadnavis to make the list public. The Abhiyan, he said, believes in Gandhian non-violence and had openly supported the Bharat Jodo Yatra and the MVA (Maha Vikas Aghadi) in the Maharashtra assembly election. There was nothing clandestine about its activities. Since the chief minister clearly knew more than he did, perhaps Fadnavis should enlighten him, Yadav suggested. He also pointed out that the situation in Maharashtra is hardly bad enough to warrant another draconian law to deal with ‘urban naxals’. And if it was indeed so bad, what had the state government done about it in the last few years? Several observers believe that the BJP government anticipates a number of popular unrests in the state in the coming months and is gearing up to deal with people’s anger. With protests gathering momentum in Markadwadi, Nashik and other places against the alleged manipulation of votes through EVMs, the government also anticipates agitations against the Adani Group. The Dharavi ‘redevelopment’ project is another flashpoint. Multiple allegations of corruption against the previous Mahayuti government are expected to spark fresh protests over ongoing grievances: a long term energy procurement contract, a port coming up at Vadhvan, massive swathes of land—including Mumbai’s precious salt pans—being handed over to the Adani group for the Dharavi project and the bullet train project, bribery related to land acquisition and construction of the Samruddhi Mahamarg. The Maharashtra Special Public Security Act seems tailor-made to give the police a free hand. It prescribes a fine of Rs 2 lakh and a two-year prison term for being a member of an unlawful organisation, a fine of Rs 3 lakh and a prison term of three years for managing activities of an unlawful organisation, a prison term of five years and a fine of Rs 7 lakh for taking part in an unlawful activity. It also allows the state to freeze and confiscate assets—investments, securities, land and other property. Expectedly, the definition of unlawful organisations and activities has been kept vague enough to include anybody and everybody. Offences under the proposed Act will be both cognisable and nonbailable, allowing the police to make arrests without warrants and bail available only through the courts. The Bill has been sent to the Joint Select Committee and will be introduced again in the next assembly session. Also Read: Is Devendra Fadnavis planning another crackdown like Bhima-Koregaon? It was during Fadnavis’s last tenure as chief minister that the Maharashtra police initiated the infamous Bhima-Koregaon conspiracy case. Though the case is crumbling in court, it enabled the police to arrest a large number of human rights activists including Sudha Bharadwaj, Gautam Navlakha and Anand Teltumbde in addition to Father Stan Swamy (who died in prison), Rona Wilson, Surendra Gadling, Vernon Gonsalves and Prof. Shoma Sen. Activists and civil society believe Fadnavis is setting the stage for a sequel. Murders most foul While the chief minister was piloting the draconian bill, the abduction and brutal murder of Santosh Deshmukh, a popular sarpanch in Massajog village, Beed district, threatened to singe both Fadnavis and one of his ministers, Dhananjay Munde of Ajit Pawar’s NCP. The mastermind Valmik Karad is accused of being involved in more than a dozen cases of murder, kidnapping and extortion. Karad, whose mafia-style operations are striking terror in the region, is believed to be patronised by Dhananjay Munde and other political leaders who have turned Beed into a lawless hub of extortion and crime. Some quarters are calling Beed the murder capital of Maharashtra, making the ‘Gangs of Massajog’ a real-life scenario akin to that depicted in the film Gangs of Wasseypur. The Opposition has demanded Munde resign on account of his alleged close links with Karad. Santosh Deshmukh As Maharashtra’s home minister for the last three years, Devendra Fadnavis was blamed for poor law and order and a failure to curb crime. As CM who retained the home portfolio, Fadnavis faces the twin challenges of dealing with the gangsters of Beed and growing unrest in Parbhani following the death of 35-year-old Dalit Somnath Suryavanshi in police custody. Though judicial inquiries have been announced in both cases, they are widely seen as face-saving exercises to buy time with the hope that the crises will simmer down. What has complicated things for Fadnavis is that the murdered sarpanch happened to be a BJP worker; and that demands for Dhananjay Munde’s resignation are being raised by sections of the BJP as well. MPs from Sharad Pawar’s NCP also met Union home minister Amit Shah and called for a CBI inquiry. Karad is now being described as a psychopath and a serial killer. It is difficult to imagine that neither police nor politicians had any inkling of his doings. Valmik Karad and Munde are not only close, they are also both on the board of directors for a sugar mill and other companies. While Karad is yet to be arrested, those arrested from Karad’s gang are accused of having demanded a ‘hafta’ of Rs 2 crore each from two renewable energy firms. Following Deshmukh’s murder—for reportedly confronting the extortionists— the firms have come forward to file complaints of intimidation and extortion. Meanwhile, over 28,000 gram panchayats across Maharashtra have announced a bandh on 9 January 2025 to protest against the murder. Missing portraits lead to threatening phone calls After 70 years, New Delhi will host the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in February. India’s first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru had inaugurated the first session in 1954; the 98th session will be inaugurated by present prime minister Narendra Modi. Sharad Pawar, who heads the reception committee, extended the invitation to the PM on behalf of the organisers. The event promises to make quite a splash. Hard Hindutva followers are not quite happy though. They criticised the absence of Nathuram Godse and Savarkar’s portraits on the invitation which carries portraits of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj, Gopalkrishna Gokhale, Lokmanya Tilak, Jyotiba Phule, Babasaheb Ambedkar, C.D. Deshmukh and Pratibha Patil. It seems a spate of phone calls to the organisers ensued—threatening that either the gates at the venue should be named after Godse and Savarkar or else they would face the consequences. Also Read: CWC meet in Belagavi: Congress’ Nava Satyagraha to mark Gandhi’s legacy Follow us on: Facebook , Twitter , Google News , Instagram Join our official telegram channel ( @nationalherald ) and stay updated with the latest headlines
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Former Ekiti state governor Kayode Fayemi has endorsed his successor, Governor Biodun Oyebanjo, for a second term The former minister also noted that there would be no automatic return tickets for National and State assembly members Fayemi stated that the ruling APC is democratic, but he and his family would be voting for Governor Oyebanji in the next election Don't miss out! Join Legit.ng's Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! Kayode Fayemi, the former Governor of Ekiti State, has made it clear that current members of the National Assembly and State House of Assembly will not receive automatic return tickets. Fayemi, who spoke on behalf of another All Progressives Congress (APC) leader, former Governor Niyi Adebayo, emphasized that lawmakers must work hard to earn their return tickets. He urged them to support Governor Biodun Oyebanji's second term bid, which will be considered as part of their assessment. The former minister made this declaration at a meeting with APC stakeholders at his country home in Isan Ekiti . He also used the opportunity to officially endorse Governor Oyebanji for a second term, praising his performance, particularly in the area of appointments. Read also Ndume under fire for sharing video of Nigerians waiting for palliatives at Tinubu's residence Fayemi commends people returning to APC Fayemi acknowledged that there are people clamouring for Oyebanji to run again and noted that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) would soon announce the date for the Ekiti governorship poll. Interestingly, Fayemi pointed out that some individuals who opposed Oyebanji's candidacy in 2022 are backing his re-election bid. PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app! These individuals had left the APC to contest under a different party but have since returned to the APC. Fayemi welcomed them back but made it clear that they would have to "queue in line" and earn their place. Fayemi also emphasized that the APC is a democratic party, and the door is open for anyone who wants to contest for the 2026 governorship. However, he made it clear that his family and he personally support Oyebanji. This declaration sets the stage for the upcoming elections in Ekiti State, and it will be interesting to see how things unfold. Read also Ibadan stampede: CAC prophet begs Makinde as court remands Agidigbo FM owner, Ooni’s ex-wife Oyebanji pays N70k minimum wage Legit.ng earlier reported that Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti has commenced the payment of new minimum wage to workers in the state. The workers in their hundreds gathered at the office of the governor on Tuesday, December 17, to express their appreciation to him after receiving the payment of the new minimum wage. Permanent secretaries and junior officers thanked the governor as the new minimum wage reflected across the board. PAY ATTENTION: Сheck out news that is picked exactly for YOU ➡️ find the “Recommended for you” block on the home page and enjoy! Source: Legit.ng
NoneDayle Haddon, an actor, activist and trailblazing former “Sports Illustrated” model who pushed back against age discrimination by reentering the industry as a widow, has died in a Pennsylvania home from what authorities believe was carbon monoxide poisoning. Authorities in Bucks County found Haddon, 76, dead in a second-floor bedroom Friday morning after emergency dispatchers were notified about a person unconscious at the Solebury Township home. A 76-year-old man police later identified as Walter J. Blucas of Erie was hospitalized in critical condition. Responders detected a high level of carbon monoxide in the property and township police said Saturday that investigators determined that “a faulty flue and exhaust pipe on a gas heating system caused the carbon monoxide leak.” Two medics were taken to a hospital for carbon monoxide exposure and a police officer was treated at the scene. As a model, Haddon appeared on the covers of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Elle and Esquire in the 1970s and 1980s, as well as the 1973 Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue. She also appeared in about two dozen films from the 1970s to 1990s, according to IMDb.com, including 1994’s “Bullets Over Broadway,” starring John Cusack. Haddon left modeling after giving birth to her daughter, Ryan, in the mid-1970s, but then had to reenter the workforce after her husband’s 1991 death. This time she found the modeling industry far less friendly: “They said to me, ‘At 38, you’re not viable,’” Haddon told The New York Times in 2003. Working a menial job at an advertising agency, Haddon began reaching out to cosmetic companies, telling them there was a growing market to sell beauty products to aging baby boomers. She eventually landed a contract with Clairol, followed by Estée Lauder and then L’Oreal, for which she promoted the company’s anti-aging products for more than a decade. She also hosted beauty segments for CBS’s “The Early Show.” “I kept modeling, but in a different way,” she told The Times, “I became a spokesperson for my age.” In 2008, Haddon founded WomenOne, an organization aimed at advancing educational opportunities for girls and women in marginalized communities, including Rwanda, Haiti and Jordan.’ Haddon was born in Toronto and began modeling as a teenager to pay for ballet classes — she began her career with the Canadian ballet company Les Grands Ballet Canadiens, according to her website . Haddon’s daughter, Ryan, said in a social media post that her mother was “everyone’s greatest champion. An inspiration to many.” “A pure heart. A rich inner life. Touching so many lives. A life well lived. Rest in Light, Mom,” she said. The Associated Press
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