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The expanded Big Ten is poised to be a major player in this season's College Football Playoff. The 18-team conference had three of the top-four teams in the AP poll this week — No. 1 Oregon, No. 2 Ohio State and No. 4 Penn State. A one-loss Indiana team is ranked 10th but is still very much a contender to make the playoff, given how many Southeastern Conference teams have three defeats or more. Indiana's rise has been perhaps the Big Ten's biggest story this season. Much of the spotlight was on newcomers Oregon, Southern California, UCLA and Washington, but aside from the top-ranked Ducks, that foursome has struggled to impress. Meanwhile, the Hoosiers won their first 10 games under new coach Curt Cignetti before losing at Ohio State last weekend. Oregon beat Ohio State 32-31 back in October, and if the Buckeyes beat rival Michigan this weekend, they'll earn a rematch with the Ducks for the Big Ten title. People are also reading... And it's entirely possible another matchup between those two teams awaits in the CFP. Star power Dillon Gabriel has quarterbacked Oregon to an unbeaten record, throwing for 3,066 yards and 22 touchdowns in 11 games. But don't overlook Iowa's Kaleb Johnson and his 21 rushing TDs, and quarterback Kurtis Rourke has been a big part of Indiana's improvement. Penn State's Abdul Carter has eight sacks and two forced fumbles and could be one of the top edge rushers drafted this year. Going bowling Oregon (11-0, 8-0), Ohio State (10-1, 7-1), Penn State (10-1, 7-1), Indiana (10-1, 7-1), Illinois (8-3, 5-3), Iowa (7-4, 5-3), Michigan (6-5, 4-4), Minnesota (6-5, 4-4), Washington (6-5, 4-4), Southern California (6-5, 4-5), Nebraska (6-5, 3-5) and Rutgers (6-5, 3-5) have already reached the six-win mark for bowl eligibility. Michigan State (5-6, 3-5) and Wisconsin (5-6, 3-5) can join them. Hot seats There may not be many firings in general at the top level of college football. The prospect of sharing revenue with athletes in the future might lead schools to be more judicious about shedding one coach and hiring a new one. Who should be most worried in the Big Ten? Well, Lincoln Riley is struggling to stay above .500 in his third season at USC. Purdue is 1-10, but coach Ryan Walters is only in his second season. Maryland's Mike Locksley has been there six years and his Terrapins are 4-7, but this was his first real step backward after guiding the team to three straight bowl wins. Cignetti has shown it is possible for a coaching change to push a previously moribund program to some impressive heights in a short amount of time — but the improvement has been more incremental at Michigan State following Jonathan Smith's arrival. Sherrone Moore wasn't a completely unknown commodity at Michigan after he won some massive games in place of a suspended Jim Harbaugh last year. But in his first season completely at the helm, the Wolverines have declined significantly following their national title a season ago. Youth movement The Big Ten is home to one of the most dynamic freshmen in the country in Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith. He has 52 catches for 899 yards and nine touchdowns. Highly touted quarterback Dylan Raiola has teamed up with fellow freshman Jacory Barney (49 catches) to lead Nebraska to bowl eligibility. Recruiting watch Ohio State is on track to land the Big Ten's top class, according to 247 Sports, but the big news recently was quarterback Bryce Underwood flipping from LSU to Michigan. If the Wolverines do in fact keep Underwood in his home state, that would be a big development for Moore. Be the first to knowDogecoin DOGE/USD is now in the spotlight as its ever exchange-traded product (ETP) is listed on Sweden's Spotlight Stock Market. What Happened: DeFi Technologies Inc ., through its subsidiary Valour Inc ., has introduced the first-ever Dogecoin ETP in the Nordics. Now listed on Sweden’s Spotlight Stock Market, this ETP provides investors secure and streamlined exposure to DOGE without the need for direct ownership. With a competitive management fee of 1.9%, this initiative is part of Valour's mission to democratize access to digital assets. Dogecoin, which began as a parody cryptocurrency, has evolved into a popular digital asset with real-world applications in microtransactions, tipping, and payments. Endorsements from influential figures like Elon Musk have bolstered its status in the crypto market Also Read: Dogecoin Drops 12% In A Day: What Is Going On? 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All rights reserved.Oilers Defenceman Evan Bouchard isn't having the best start to this season, and reporter Jason Gregor is noticing that he could be mentally struggling after some direct criticism. Bouchard is on pace to break the NHL record for most shot attempts blocked by a defenceman . It's a significant concern that Bouchard isn't finding ways to get pucks onto the net, and it often causes the play to turn in the other direction. Recently, Oilers broadcaster Louie DeBrusk revealed that Coach Paul Coffey aware of Bouchard nearing this record, and that Coffey had a chat with Bouchard . Since then, Bouchard's troubling trend hasn't relented. Last night was Bouchard's 6th game that had 6 shot attempts blocked, and he still leads the league in that undesirable category. Jason Gregor thinks Bouchard's confidence has taken a hit. Bouchard's confidence does look visibly lower when he's on the ice right now. Specifically on getting shots through. The Oilers defender is rushing shooting decisions instead of showing his usual poise to walk the blue line in search of a shooting lane. It's interesting that he's actually scoring goals at a higher pace though this year than last year. The drop in confidence is reflected in the raw stats this year. After scoring a career high of 82 points last year, Bouchard is now on pace for only 50 points - but almost every Oilers' scoring is down too. Evan Bouchard is a restricted free agent at the end of this season, and insiders believe he'll be signed to a long-term contract for $10M or more annually . That's a massive investment into a player, and fans want to see him play well in all areas to continually prove the worth of the upcoming major contract. The Oilers took a light practice today after a disappointing effort against the Minnesota Wild last night , and after their next game, will get nearly a week long break before their next game. The entire roster badly needs this upcoming break to rest, recover, and then beginning building up their game back to the standard they set last season. Right now, this Oilers team simply doesn't look as good as the iteration from last year. This article first appeared on Oilers Daily and was syndicated with permission.
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We have seen it many times: the mindless, reflexive recitation of a woke catechism that has no basis in reality. Still, the performance feels different now. In fact, it almost seems as if the oblivious performer has somehow traveled to our time from the recent past. Tuesday on social media platform X, conservative commentator Megyn Kelly excoriated Caitlin Clark of the WNBA’s Indiana Fever for the latter’s “sad” decision to acknowledge her own “white privilege” as the biggest superstar in a league dominated by black players. “Look at this. She’s on the knee all but apologizing for being white and getting attention. The self-flagellation. The ‘oh pls pay attention to the black players who are REALY the ones you want to celebrate,’ ” wrote. “Condescending. Fake. Transparent. Sad,” the longtime journalist and popular conservative podcaster concluded. Look at this. She’s on the knee all but apologizing for being white and getting attention. The self-flagellation. The “oh pls pay attention to the black players who are REALY the ones you want to celebrate.” Condescending. Fake. Transparent. Sad. — Megyn Kelly (@megynkelly) appeared Tuesday in Time Magazine, which named her its Athlete of the Year. “I want to say I’ve earned every single thing, but as a white person, there is privilege,” she said. The WNBA’s 2024 then elaborated on that false and disgusting core tenet of critical race theory. “A lot of those players in the league that have been really good have been black players. This league has kind of been built on them. The more we can appreciate that, highlight that, talk about that, and then continue to have brands and companies invest in those players that have made this league incredible, I think it’s very important. I have to continue to try to change that,” she said. Unfortunately, Time’s story also quoted two of peers, both black. Temi Fagbenle, Clark’s teammate on the 2024 Fever and now a member of the expansion Golden State Valkyries, insisted that nothing has changed in the United States since its inception. “America was founded on segregation, and to this day is very much about black and white,” Fagbenle said. Likewise, three-time WNBA MVP A’Ja Wilson attributed Clark’s popularity to skin color. “It doesn’t matter what we all do as black women, we’re still going to be swept underneath the rug,” Wilson compained. “That’s why it boils my blood when people say it’s not about race, because it is.” In some ways, of course, all of these young women qualify as victims of . They have heard that kind of nonsense so often in schools and popular culture that they repeat it uncritically. Does Fagbenle really believe that nothing has changed in America since 1960, let alone the nation’s inception? And does Wilson really believe that she has the power to read others’ hearts with such clarity that the mere denial of race-based motives actually causes her blood to boil? In the days of segregation, many white men did hold positions of authority that they did not earn or deserve. And they held those positions because of sex and skin color. Americans eventually recognized that as wrong. It was equally wrong, however, when Vice President , despite her myriad as a thinker and speaker, was chosen as President Joe Biden’s running mate she is ( ) a black woman, and it was equally wrong when Justice , despite her and near-total ignorance of the Constitution, was chosen for the Supreme Court she is a black woman. Those things happened, too. Far from sweeping black women “underneath the rug,” Americans have elevated some unworthy individuals solely on account of sex and skin color, just as they once did with white men. Wilson’s “swept underneath the rug” comment, therefore, reflected not only a lie, but the opposite of truth. And Clark endorsed that lie — uncritically, mechanically, as if programmed to do so. Kelly, of course, had it right. She did not, however, tell the whole story. President-elect victory in the 2024 election felt like the end of this nonsense. It signaled that the majority of Americans have had enough and now refuse to play the woke racists’ game. Thus, Clark’s “self-flagellation” seemed to belong more to the oppressive atmosphere of 2020, as if Clark either teleported here from the dark recent past or simply ignored the memo that we are not doing this anymore. That alone gives cause for hope. We are committed to truth and accuracy in all of our journalism. Advertise with The Western Journal and reach millions of highly engaged readers, while supporting our work. .AP Business SummaryBrief at 1:45 p.m. EST
The Matildas are a worldwide phenomenon, the Socceroos have stunned some of the best teams in world football — but have you heard of the Street Socceroos? Watch selected NRL, AFL, SSN games plus every F1 qualifying session and race live in 4K on Kayo. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited time offer. They’re one of the lesser known teams representing Australia, but potentially the most inspiring, made up of eight individuals experiencing homelessness from across the nation. The Street Socceroos compete in the Homeless World Cup, a tournament that sees those sleeping rough wear their country’s colours proudly, shining a light on homelessness. While some are desperate to lift the trophy, for others it’s simply about experiencing an event “like no other” in the hopes it can inspire them to make positive change. This year’s Australian team was made up of eight individuals — Faz, Ibrahim, Abdalla, Faisal, Ron, Malika, Sara and Michael — who travelled to Seoul in South Korea in October. They were picked from the 30 programs across Australia, with around 500 people participating in some lighthearted football that invites people of all ages, backgrounds and situations. Street Socceroos head coach, George Halkias, played a major role in the program’s inception 20 years ago. “We started as a pilot in 2004. We sent our first team ever to Edinburgh in 2005 and then in 2007 we were lucky to get federal government funding to expand across the country,” Halkias said to foxsports.com.au. “So it’s been a sort of long journey to you know from something so small to a network of programs around the country and also participating in that event annually which is pretty special. “It’s been a great sort of team effort by the organisation to grow so exponentially in those two decades.” The Homeless World Cup began in Graz, Austria way back in 2003, and Halkias explained there’s around 60 to 70 thousand individuals involved in similar football programs across the globe. The coach, who has a background in football and psychology, explained that from the Australian system, players from vast walks of life are selected. “So there’s a network of almost 30 programs across Australia... and there’s 400 to 500 people participating each week,” he said. “So we’re really just working with players to make better lifestyle choices. That’s the aim but they also have a great love of sport. “Our participants are aged 16 and up and all genders and yeah, picking a team of eight is not easy. “I also try to make it representative of the different types of people that come to our program. So that’s people who are experiencing homelessness in some form, mental illness disability, long term unemployment. “Some have sought refuge in our country and have been displaced. So we get nominations from all around the country from their local coaches.” Michael, one of this year’s team members, had never played a sport with a round ball before becoming involved in the football community. “Michael is an indigenous man in his 40s who I guess would have experienced homelessness, racism, just a challenging youth,” Halkias said. “That manifested also in homelessness and substance abuse in recent times. He actually slept rough as well on the pitch which we train every week. “But with a range of different community supports he’s been able to get secure housing, and turn up weekly to his program. He sells the Big Issue magazine on the streets of Adelaide. “That’s his way of earning an extra income and he’s been able to face his addiction. He was new to the sport but he wore the green and gold proudly and improved his skills. Malika, meanwhile, got her chance to represent Australia after arriving in the country only “a few years ago” from Afghanistan. “Displaced and I guess homeless because of violence in her homeland,” Halkias explained. “She hadn’t played the game before and got that opportunity in Victoria, she started in our weekly women’s programs in the south east and built her skills and her confidence. “And her interpersonal skills, and that’s the mix of people that we get in our programs which is pretty special.” Australia’s team was littered with players of mixed abilities, but for Halkias, football simply becomes a “constant they can rely on”, with their ability an afterthought to individual growth. “It’s an event like no other, where people come together and compete, go hard when they’re on the pitch, but off the pitch they’ve got to know each other,” Halkias said. So how did they go in South Korea? The tournament began with all teams on a level playing field. Then, after the first handful of games, each nation was given match-ups that would provide a fair contest with teams facing off with equal skill levels. The Street Socceroos came up against footballing heavyweight Brazil, whilst also facing Denmark, Scotland and Ireland. Then their wins came against Cambodia, Sweden and Zimbabwe, being awarded a FIFPRO Fair Play Award on the first day of the competition for their efforts. And it was a hugely positive experience for our representatives, with Halkias explaining: “They get so much support from the crowd over there, other people, their families, their local communities. I think it’s important they realise that people don’t judge them. “Some have made a few mistakes, or copped some kicks in the shins so to speak, but they can overcome them. There’s a lot of people out there to support them as well. “The experience and understanding, it gives them a huge boost... and hope, sometimes when it’s not going your way, things can look forlorn. “So players really have that spring in their step when they come back and then they can start to look forward, start to try new things and build that self esteem.” As for the overall goal of the tournament, it’s to “improve their health and wellbeing, secure housing and make good healthy lifestyle choices”. But for Halkias, one of the most important things for those sleeping rough is to “feel part of the community” they’re living in and to “start contributing”. “Because they’ve shown that when they get an opportunity like this one, they can prove themselves,” Halkias added. Post tournament, those involved sit down and set personal goals to spark an “upward trajectory”. Opportunities for work come in the form of speaking gigs, educating schools and companies about homelessness. Others, like Michael, sell The Big Issue magazine to earn an income, but overall players “move forward in a whole host of ways” according to Halkias. “They get this shot of self esteem and confidence, and we can facilitate some direction to that but it’s ultimately up to them to use that and be empowered by that,” Halkias said. “We also know that overcoming addiction and changing your life takes quite a bit of work. “Sometimes it’s backwards and forwards, but we just try and look at the individual, look at what their strengths are and work towards new goals for them. “Because they’ve shown that when you get the right support, there’s a whole heap of things that they can do... they’ve got the potential to achieve great things as well. “When you wear the green and gold, and you overcome the challenges they have, I think it gives them a huge boost and a level of resilience they can use for the rest of their lives.” Meanwhile, Australia are putting in a bid to host the event in 2026, alongside the Asian Cup and the Olympics. Halkias was involved in the 2008 edition, which was played in Melbourne and said “I can tell you first hand, Australians can get right behind it”. The Big Issue are under no illusions it’s going to be a tough task to get the bid over the line. But should it be played in Australia, it’s sure to spark a conversation. “It’s an event that can motivate and inspire us, cheer us up. Sometimes, life can be a bit serious and bloomy but I think this is uplifting,” Halkias said. “But it can also get us talking about a whole range of things from being more physically active, having more respect for women and gender equality, the importance of support for mental illness and disability. “So it can also have an element of, you know, addressing some social issues. But I think more importantly, it’s a great event that brings people from all over the world. I think the whole community get behind it.”* Top three candidates are all ''qualified adults,' analysts say * Kevin Warsh leads bets for Treasury secretary role * Investors worry about Fed independence under Trump administration By Davide Barbuscia Nov 22 - Investors are hoping President-elect Donald Trump will name a Treasury secretary soon who will assuage their concerns about the Republican's policy promises that have weighed on an already sagging U.S. government bond market. The benchmark U.S. 10-year yield, which moves inversely to bond prices, is hovering near a five-month high as traders fret about the potential for a rebound in inflation and increase in the federal budget deficit from Trump’s economic plans such as tax cuts and import tariffs. More recently, uncertainty over who will fill the Treasury role has added to investor concerns. The latest leg of the Treasury selloff is due to worries over “fiscal concerns, increased spending and Treasury secretary,” said George Catrambone, head of fixed income and trading at DWS. According to a Wall Street Journal report on Thursday, former investment banker Kevin Warsh, who served on the Federal Reserve Board, is one of Trump's Treasury secretary candidates on the understanding that he could later become Fed chairman. That deepened uncertainty and fueled investors’ hopes that a resolution would be quick in coming. Other top candidates include investor Scott Bessent and Apollo Global Management Chief Executive Marc Rowan. Wagers on who will get the job have drawn over $5 million in bets on the Polymarket prediction platform with Warsh in the lead, followed closely by Bessent. The Treasury secretary oversees U.S. economic and tax policy, and Trump's nominee will be tasked with carrying out his plans. As a result, the investment world, from global bond traders to U.S. corporate treasurers, is keenly interested in the individual's economic views and the kind of counsel they will give Trump behind closed doors. Campe Goodman, Wellington Management Company fixed income portfolio manager, said yields would ease if Trump nominated a Treasury secretary who makes a point of addressing worries that key Trump policies will add to the budget deficit and inflation. “I think whoever gets is probably going to talk a little more fiscally responsible than the market expects,” he said. “I think he’ll want someone who talks somewhat responsibly.” Analysts at BMO Capital Markets said investor anxiety over the pick has been comparatively subdued because all three top contenders “fall into the category of qualified adults in the room” though the market prefers the question be settled quickly. Investors are also focused on the new administration’s position on Fed independence since central bank policy is a key factor in Treasury price moves. Trump in August said the president should have a "say" in Fed decisions, and according to media reports, his allies have drafted proposals to erode the Fed's independence. "I hope the Fed stays independent because that’s good for the bond market,” said Goodman. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
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Riding a 3-game win streak, the Bengals cling to playoff hopes with the Broncos nextBig Ten could place four teams in playoff, thanks to IU's riseCINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals took care of business and won three straight games for the first time this season. Cincinnati is playing its best football, but it might be too late to sneak into the playoffs, with five teams battling for the two remaining AFC postseason spots. At 7-8, the Bengals are on the bubble along with two other teams that have the same record, the Colts and Dolphins. To have a chance, the Bengals will need to beat the visiting Denver Broncos (9-6) on Saturday, then try to take down the Steelers (10-5) at Pittsburgh in the regular-season finale. They'll need some help from other teams, too. The rub for the Bengals is that they have yet to beat a team with a winning record this season. Now with some momentum for the first time, the Bengals will have to clear that hurdle. “It’s just what it’s supposed to feel like for us. This is our expectation," coach Zac Taylor said after the Bengals beat the Cleveland Browns 24-6 on Sunday. “We just put ourselves in a position to now play some real meaningful games. ... We found a way to get the win and now we can turn our focus to a short week and the Denver Broncos.” Joe Burrow became the first player in NFL history to throw for at least 250 yards and three or more touchdowns in seven consecutive games. One of his TD passes, to Tee Higgins, came as he was falling down. He finished 23 for 30 for 252 yards. ... Ja'Marr Chase continues to build his resume as he strives to win the receiving “triple crown.” He had six catches for 97 yards and a touchdown against the Browns and leads the league in receptions, yards and TDs. ... K Cade York tied a franchise record with a 59-yard field goal. “The guys have responded this way all season,” Taylor said. “We lost some heartbreakers to be quite frank, and games that just came down to the end. It doesn’t mean that we’ve had a bad football team and we weren’t in it. We’ve been in this, and now — I don’t want to say getting our confidence back, because we’ve had confidence — but we’re just making the plays necessary at the critical points of the game to take control of these games. That’s really what’s happened the last three weeks, and we’ve got to continue that.” Burrow has fumbled 10 times this season. Against the Browns, he lost a fumble on a strip-sack with the Bengals on the Cleveland 2-yard-line. Last week, S Jordan Battle scooped a fumble and ran it all the way back, only to fumble as he crossed the goal line, leading to a touchback. Against the Browns, he intercepted a second-half pass from Dorian Thompson-Robinson in the end zone. The Bengals' defense has nine takeaways in the past two games. Cincinnati's depleted offensive line allowed four sacks. The offensive line took a hit when tackle Amarius Mims went out with an ankle injury and didn't return. 5.1 — Yards per carry by RB Chase Brown, who seems to get better every week. He had 18 carries for 91 yards. The Bengals continue their improbable effort to slip into the playoffs when they host the Broncos in their home finale on Saturday. They finish the season the following week at Pittsburgh. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL
Surveillance tech advances by Biden could aid in Trump's promised crackdown on immigrationRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The North Carolina Democratic Party sued on Friday to block the potential removal of tens of thousands of ballots tallied in an extremely close state Supreme Court race, saying state election officials would be violating federal law if they sided with protests initiated by the trailing Republican candidate. The lawsuit filed in Raleigh federal court comes as attorneys for Court of Appeals Judge Jefferson Griffin also went to state courts on Friday to attempt to force the State Board of Elections to act more quickly on accusations contained in the protests. The board tentatively planned to hold a public hearing on the protests next Wednesday, according to a board email provided with Griffin's motion. Griffin wants a final decision from the board earlier. Democratic Associate Justice Allison Riggs leads Griffin by 734 votes following a machine recount of over 5.5 million ballots cast in their Nov. 5 election. A partial hand recount began this week and is nearly complete. But Griffin, joined by three other GOP state legislative candidates, contend that well over 60,000 ballots shouldn't have counted, casting doubt on election results. Among their complaints: voter registration records of some voters casting ballots lack driver’s license or partial Social Security numbers, and overseas voters never living in North Carolina have run afoul of state residency requirements. The Democratic Party's lawsuit said that some of the protests represent “systematic challenges to voter eligibility” that counter a federal law's prohibition of what's essentially removing people from voter registration lists retroactively after an election. The lawsuit wants a judge to declare federal law and the Constitution prevents the votes from being discarded and to order the election board — a majority of its members Democrats — to comply. “No North Carolinian deserves to have their vote thrown out in a callous power grab,” state party Chair Anderson Clayton said in a written statement. According to state law, a board considering an election protest could correct a ballot tally, direct another recount or order a new election. Griffin's attorneys filed requests Friday for judges to demand that the board issue final rulings by late Tuesday afternoon. They were filed in Wake County Superior Court and at the Court of Appeals — the same court where Griffin serves. Usually three members on the 15-judge court — second only to the Supreme Court in state's jurisprudence — hear such motions. “Public trust in our electoral processes depends on both fair and efficient procedures to determine the outcome of our elections. By failing to give a timely decision, the State Board continues to undermine the public interest,” Griffin attorney Troy Shelton wrote. Attorneys for Riggs separately on Friday also responded to Griffin's actual protests before the board, saying they should all be denied. Griffin led Riggs — one of two Democrats on the seven-member court — by about 10,000 votes on election night, but that lead dwindled and flipped to Riggs as tens of thousands of qualifying provisional and absentee ballots were added to the totals through the canvass. Riggs has declared victory. The three Republican legislative candidates joining Griffin's protests all trailed Democratic rivals after the machine recounts. One is GOP Rep. Frank Sossamon, who trails Democratic challenger Bryan Cohn by about 230 votes. Should Cohn win, Republicans would fall one seat short of retaining its current veto-proof majority in both chambers. That would give more leverage to Democratic Gov.-elect Josh Stein in 2025. The Associated Press has not called the Supreme Court race and two of the three legislative races highlighted in the protests. Gary D. Robertson, The Associated Press
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The expanded Big Ten is poised to be a major player in this season's College Football Playoff. The 18-team conference had three of the top-four teams in the AP poll this week — No. 1 Oregon, No. 2 Ohio State and No. 4 Penn State. A one-loss Indiana team is ranked 10th but is still very much a contender to make the playoff, given how many Southeastern Conference teams have three defeats or more. Indiana's rise has been perhaps the Big Ten's biggest story this season. Much of the spotlight was on newcomers Oregon, Southern California, UCLA and Washington, but aside from the top-ranked Ducks, that foursome has struggled to impress. Meanwhile, the Hoosiers won their first 10 games under new coach Curt Cignetti before losing at Ohio State last weekend. Oregon beat Ohio State 32-31 back in October, and if the Buckeyes beat rival Michigan this weekend, they'll earn a rematch with the Ducks for the Big Ten title. People are also reading... And it's entirely possible another matchup between those two teams awaits in the CFP. Star power Dillon Gabriel has quarterbacked Oregon to an unbeaten record, throwing for 3,066 yards and 22 touchdowns in 11 games. But don't overlook Iowa's Kaleb Johnson and his 21 rushing TDs, and quarterback Kurtis Rourke has been a big part of Indiana's improvement. Penn State's Abdul Carter has eight sacks and two forced fumbles and could be one of the top edge rushers drafted this year. Going bowling Oregon (11-0, 8-0), Ohio State (10-1, 7-1), Penn State (10-1, 7-1), Indiana (10-1, 7-1), Illinois (8-3, 5-3), Iowa (7-4, 5-3), Michigan (6-5, 4-4), Minnesota (6-5, 4-4), Washington (6-5, 4-4), Southern California (6-5, 4-5), Nebraska (6-5, 3-5) and Rutgers (6-5, 3-5) have already reached the six-win mark for bowl eligibility. Michigan State (5-6, 3-5) and Wisconsin (5-6, 3-5) can join them. Hot seats There may not be many firings in general at the top level of college football. The prospect of sharing revenue with athletes in the future might lead schools to be more judicious about shedding one coach and hiring a new one. Who should be most worried in the Big Ten? Well, Lincoln Riley is struggling to stay above .500 in his third season at USC. Purdue is 1-10, but coach Ryan Walters is only in his second season. Maryland's Mike Locksley has been there six years and his Terrapins are 4-7, but this was his first real step backward after guiding the team to three straight bowl wins. Cignetti has shown it is possible for a coaching change to push a previously moribund program to some impressive heights in a short amount of time — but the improvement has been more incremental at Michigan State following Jonathan Smith's arrival. Sherrone Moore wasn't a completely unknown commodity at Michigan after he won some massive games in place of a suspended Jim Harbaugh last year. But in his first season completely at the helm, the Wolverines have declined significantly following their national title a season ago. Youth movement The Big Ten is home to one of the most dynamic freshmen in the country in Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith. He has 52 catches for 899 yards and nine touchdowns. Highly touted quarterback Dylan Raiola has teamed up with fellow freshman Jacory Barney (49 catches) to lead Nebraska to bowl eligibility. Recruiting watch Ohio State is on track to land the Big Ten's top class, according to 247 Sports, but the big news recently was quarterback Bryce Underwood flipping from LSU to Michigan. If the Wolverines do in fact keep Underwood in his home state, that would be a big development for Moore. Be the first to knowDogecoin DOGE/USD is now in the spotlight as its ever exchange-traded product (ETP) is listed on Sweden's Spotlight Stock Market. What Happened: DeFi Technologies Inc ., through its subsidiary Valour Inc ., has introduced the first-ever Dogecoin ETP in the Nordics. Now listed on Sweden’s Spotlight Stock Market, this ETP provides investors secure and streamlined exposure to DOGE without the need for direct ownership. With a competitive management fee of 1.9%, this initiative is part of Valour's mission to democratize access to digital assets. Dogecoin, which began as a parody cryptocurrency, has evolved into a popular digital asset with real-world applications in microtransactions, tipping, and payments. Endorsements from influential figures like Elon Musk have bolstered its status in the crypto market Also Read: Dogecoin Drops 12% In A Day: What Is Going On? Why It Matters: Johanna Belitz, Head of Nordics at Valour, remarked , "In light of the recent U.S. presidential election results and the subsequent surge in demand for Dogecoin, the launch of the Valour Dogecoin ETP on the Spotlight Stock Market aligns with our mission to provide investors with timely access to high-demand digital assets." Prominent cryptocurrency venture capitalist Andrew Kang recently put the odds of an eventual Dogecoin ETF approval in the United States recently at 90%. However, no applications for such an investment product have been submitted to date. Upping my odds of an eventual $DOGE ETF to 90% Moon soon https://t.co/nyYnO0MnVW pic.twitter.com/ZZJe6bA3DB Read Next: Dogecoin Is ‘Harder Money’ Than Bitcoin, Says Raoul Pal: Here’s What The Numbers Say Image: Shutterstock © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Oilers Defenceman Evan Bouchard isn't having the best start to this season, and reporter Jason Gregor is noticing that he could be mentally struggling after some direct criticism. Bouchard is on pace to break the NHL record for most shot attempts blocked by a defenceman . It's a significant concern that Bouchard isn't finding ways to get pucks onto the net, and it often causes the play to turn in the other direction. Recently, Oilers broadcaster Louie DeBrusk revealed that Coach Paul Coffey aware of Bouchard nearing this record, and that Coffey had a chat with Bouchard . Since then, Bouchard's troubling trend hasn't relented. Last night was Bouchard's 6th game that had 6 shot attempts blocked, and he still leads the league in that undesirable category. Jason Gregor thinks Bouchard's confidence has taken a hit. Bouchard's confidence does look visibly lower when he's on the ice right now. Specifically on getting shots through. The Oilers defender is rushing shooting decisions instead of showing his usual poise to walk the blue line in search of a shooting lane. It's interesting that he's actually scoring goals at a higher pace though this year than last year. The drop in confidence is reflected in the raw stats this year. After scoring a career high of 82 points last year, Bouchard is now on pace for only 50 points - but almost every Oilers' scoring is down too. Evan Bouchard is a restricted free agent at the end of this season, and insiders believe he'll be signed to a long-term contract for $10M or more annually . That's a massive investment into a player, and fans want to see him play well in all areas to continually prove the worth of the upcoming major contract. The Oilers took a light practice today after a disappointing effort against the Minnesota Wild last night , and after their next game, will get nearly a week long break before their next game. The entire roster badly needs this upcoming break to rest, recover, and then beginning building up their game back to the standard they set last season. Right now, this Oilers team simply doesn't look as good as the iteration from last year. This article first appeared on Oilers Daily and was syndicated with permission.
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We have seen it many times: the mindless, reflexive recitation of a woke catechism that has no basis in reality. Still, the performance feels different now. In fact, it almost seems as if the oblivious performer has somehow traveled to our time from the recent past. Tuesday on social media platform X, conservative commentator Megyn Kelly excoriated Caitlin Clark of the WNBA’s Indiana Fever for the latter’s “sad” decision to acknowledge her own “white privilege” as the biggest superstar in a league dominated by black players. “Look at this. She’s on the knee all but apologizing for being white and getting attention. The self-flagellation. The ‘oh pls pay attention to the black players who are REALY the ones you want to celebrate,’ ” wrote. “Condescending. Fake. Transparent. Sad,” the longtime journalist and popular conservative podcaster concluded. Look at this. She’s on the knee all but apologizing for being white and getting attention. The self-flagellation. The “oh pls pay attention to the black players who are REALY the ones you want to celebrate.” Condescending. Fake. Transparent. Sad. — Megyn Kelly (@megynkelly) appeared Tuesday in Time Magazine, which named her its Athlete of the Year. “I want to say I’ve earned every single thing, but as a white person, there is privilege,” she said. The WNBA’s 2024 then elaborated on that false and disgusting core tenet of critical race theory. “A lot of those players in the league that have been really good have been black players. This league has kind of been built on them. The more we can appreciate that, highlight that, talk about that, and then continue to have brands and companies invest in those players that have made this league incredible, I think it’s very important. I have to continue to try to change that,” she said. Unfortunately, Time’s story also quoted two of peers, both black. Temi Fagbenle, Clark’s teammate on the 2024 Fever and now a member of the expansion Golden State Valkyries, insisted that nothing has changed in the United States since its inception. “America was founded on segregation, and to this day is very much about black and white,” Fagbenle said. Likewise, three-time WNBA MVP A’Ja Wilson attributed Clark’s popularity to skin color. “It doesn’t matter what we all do as black women, we’re still going to be swept underneath the rug,” Wilson compained. “That’s why it boils my blood when people say it’s not about race, because it is.” In some ways, of course, all of these young women qualify as victims of . They have heard that kind of nonsense so often in schools and popular culture that they repeat it uncritically. Does Fagbenle really believe that nothing has changed in America since 1960, let alone the nation’s inception? And does Wilson really believe that she has the power to read others’ hearts with such clarity that the mere denial of race-based motives actually causes her blood to boil? In the days of segregation, many white men did hold positions of authority that they did not earn or deserve. And they held those positions because of sex and skin color. Americans eventually recognized that as wrong. It was equally wrong, however, when Vice President , despite her myriad as a thinker and speaker, was chosen as President Joe Biden’s running mate she is ( ) a black woman, and it was equally wrong when Justice , despite her and near-total ignorance of the Constitution, was chosen for the Supreme Court she is a black woman. Those things happened, too. Far from sweeping black women “underneath the rug,” Americans have elevated some unworthy individuals solely on account of sex and skin color, just as they once did with white men. Wilson’s “swept underneath the rug” comment, therefore, reflected not only a lie, but the opposite of truth. And Clark endorsed that lie — uncritically, mechanically, as if programmed to do so. Kelly, of course, had it right. She did not, however, tell the whole story. President-elect victory in the 2024 election felt like the end of this nonsense. It signaled that the majority of Americans have had enough and now refuse to play the woke racists’ game. Thus, Clark’s “self-flagellation” seemed to belong more to the oppressive atmosphere of 2020, as if Clark either teleported here from the dark recent past or simply ignored the memo that we are not doing this anymore. That alone gives cause for hope. We are committed to truth and accuracy in all of our journalism. Advertise with The Western Journal and reach millions of highly engaged readers, while supporting our work. .AP Business SummaryBrief at 1:45 p.m. EST
The Matildas are a worldwide phenomenon, the Socceroos have stunned some of the best teams in world football — but have you heard of the Street Socceroos? Watch selected NRL, AFL, SSN games plus every F1 qualifying session and race live in 4K on Kayo. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited time offer. They’re one of the lesser known teams representing Australia, but potentially the most inspiring, made up of eight individuals experiencing homelessness from across the nation. The Street Socceroos compete in the Homeless World Cup, a tournament that sees those sleeping rough wear their country’s colours proudly, shining a light on homelessness. While some are desperate to lift the trophy, for others it’s simply about experiencing an event “like no other” in the hopes it can inspire them to make positive change. This year’s Australian team was made up of eight individuals — Faz, Ibrahim, Abdalla, Faisal, Ron, Malika, Sara and Michael — who travelled to Seoul in South Korea in October. They were picked from the 30 programs across Australia, with around 500 people participating in some lighthearted football that invites people of all ages, backgrounds and situations. Street Socceroos head coach, George Halkias, played a major role in the program’s inception 20 years ago. “We started as a pilot in 2004. We sent our first team ever to Edinburgh in 2005 and then in 2007 we were lucky to get federal government funding to expand across the country,” Halkias said to foxsports.com.au. “So it’s been a sort of long journey to you know from something so small to a network of programs around the country and also participating in that event annually which is pretty special. “It’s been a great sort of team effort by the organisation to grow so exponentially in those two decades.” The Homeless World Cup began in Graz, Austria way back in 2003, and Halkias explained there’s around 60 to 70 thousand individuals involved in similar football programs across the globe. The coach, who has a background in football and psychology, explained that from the Australian system, players from vast walks of life are selected. “So there’s a network of almost 30 programs across Australia... and there’s 400 to 500 people participating each week,” he said. “So we’re really just working with players to make better lifestyle choices. That’s the aim but they also have a great love of sport. “Our participants are aged 16 and up and all genders and yeah, picking a team of eight is not easy. “I also try to make it representative of the different types of people that come to our program. So that’s people who are experiencing homelessness in some form, mental illness disability, long term unemployment. “Some have sought refuge in our country and have been displaced. So we get nominations from all around the country from their local coaches.” Michael, one of this year’s team members, had never played a sport with a round ball before becoming involved in the football community. “Michael is an indigenous man in his 40s who I guess would have experienced homelessness, racism, just a challenging youth,” Halkias said. “That manifested also in homelessness and substance abuse in recent times. He actually slept rough as well on the pitch which we train every week. “But with a range of different community supports he’s been able to get secure housing, and turn up weekly to his program. He sells the Big Issue magazine on the streets of Adelaide. “That’s his way of earning an extra income and he’s been able to face his addiction. He was new to the sport but he wore the green and gold proudly and improved his skills. Malika, meanwhile, got her chance to represent Australia after arriving in the country only “a few years ago” from Afghanistan. “Displaced and I guess homeless because of violence in her homeland,” Halkias explained. “She hadn’t played the game before and got that opportunity in Victoria, she started in our weekly women’s programs in the south east and built her skills and her confidence. “And her interpersonal skills, and that’s the mix of people that we get in our programs which is pretty special.” Australia’s team was littered with players of mixed abilities, but for Halkias, football simply becomes a “constant they can rely on”, with their ability an afterthought to individual growth. “It’s an event like no other, where people come together and compete, go hard when they’re on the pitch, but off the pitch they’ve got to know each other,” Halkias said. So how did they go in South Korea? The tournament began with all teams on a level playing field. Then, after the first handful of games, each nation was given match-ups that would provide a fair contest with teams facing off with equal skill levels. The Street Socceroos came up against footballing heavyweight Brazil, whilst also facing Denmark, Scotland and Ireland. Then their wins came against Cambodia, Sweden and Zimbabwe, being awarded a FIFPRO Fair Play Award on the first day of the competition for their efforts. And it was a hugely positive experience for our representatives, with Halkias explaining: “They get so much support from the crowd over there, other people, their families, their local communities. I think it’s important they realise that people don’t judge them. “Some have made a few mistakes, or copped some kicks in the shins so to speak, but they can overcome them. There’s a lot of people out there to support them as well. “The experience and understanding, it gives them a huge boost... and hope, sometimes when it’s not going your way, things can look forlorn. “So players really have that spring in their step when they come back and then they can start to look forward, start to try new things and build that self esteem.” As for the overall goal of the tournament, it’s to “improve their health and wellbeing, secure housing and make good healthy lifestyle choices”. But for Halkias, one of the most important things for those sleeping rough is to “feel part of the community” they’re living in and to “start contributing”. “Because they’ve shown that when they get an opportunity like this one, they can prove themselves,” Halkias added. Post tournament, those involved sit down and set personal goals to spark an “upward trajectory”. Opportunities for work come in the form of speaking gigs, educating schools and companies about homelessness. Others, like Michael, sell The Big Issue magazine to earn an income, but overall players “move forward in a whole host of ways” according to Halkias. “They get this shot of self esteem and confidence, and we can facilitate some direction to that but it’s ultimately up to them to use that and be empowered by that,” Halkias said. “We also know that overcoming addiction and changing your life takes quite a bit of work. “Sometimes it’s backwards and forwards, but we just try and look at the individual, look at what their strengths are and work towards new goals for them. “Because they’ve shown that when you get the right support, there’s a whole heap of things that they can do... they’ve got the potential to achieve great things as well. “When you wear the green and gold, and you overcome the challenges they have, I think it gives them a huge boost and a level of resilience they can use for the rest of their lives.” Meanwhile, Australia are putting in a bid to host the event in 2026, alongside the Asian Cup and the Olympics. Halkias was involved in the 2008 edition, which was played in Melbourne and said “I can tell you first hand, Australians can get right behind it”. The Big Issue are under no illusions it’s going to be a tough task to get the bid over the line. But should it be played in Australia, it’s sure to spark a conversation. “It’s an event that can motivate and inspire us, cheer us up. Sometimes, life can be a bit serious and bloomy but I think this is uplifting,” Halkias said. “But it can also get us talking about a whole range of things from being more physically active, having more respect for women and gender equality, the importance of support for mental illness and disability. “So it can also have an element of, you know, addressing some social issues. But I think more importantly, it’s a great event that brings people from all over the world. I think the whole community get behind it.”* Top three candidates are all ''qualified adults,' analysts say * Kevin Warsh leads bets for Treasury secretary role * Investors worry about Fed independence under Trump administration By Davide Barbuscia Nov 22 - Investors are hoping President-elect Donald Trump will name a Treasury secretary soon who will assuage their concerns about the Republican's policy promises that have weighed on an already sagging U.S. government bond market. The benchmark U.S. 10-year yield, which moves inversely to bond prices, is hovering near a five-month high as traders fret about the potential for a rebound in inflation and increase in the federal budget deficit from Trump’s economic plans such as tax cuts and import tariffs. More recently, uncertainty over who will fill the Treasury role has added to investor concerns. The latest leg of the Treasury selloff is due to worries over “fiscal concerns, increased spending and Treasury secretary,” said George Catrambone, head of fixed income and trading at DWS. According to a Wall Street Journal report on Thursday, former investment banker Kevin Warsh, who served on the Federal Reserve Board, is one of Trump's Treasury secretary candidates on the understanding that he could later become Fed chairman. That deepened uncertainty and fueled investors’ hopes that a resolution would be quick in coming. Other top candidates include investor Scott Bessent and Apollo Global Management Chief Executive Marc Rowan. Wagers on who will get the job have drawn over $5 million in bets on the Polymarket prediction platform with Warsh in the lead, followed closely by Bessent. The Treasury secretary oversees U.S. economic and tax policy, and Trump's nominee will be tasked with carrying out his plans. As a result, the investment world, from global bond traders to U.S. corporate treasurers, is keenly interested in the individual's economic views and the kind of counsel they will give Trump behind closed doors. Campe Goodman, Wellington Management Company fixed income portfolio manager, said yields would ease if Trump nominated a Treasury secretary who makes a point of addressing worries that key Trump policies will add to the budget deficit and inflation. “I think whoever gets is probably going to talk a little more fiscally responsible than the market expects,” he said. “I think he’ll want someone who talks somewhat responsibly.” Analysts at BMO Capital Markets said investor anxiety over the pick has been comparatively subdued because all three top contenders “fall into the category of qualified adults in the room” though the market prefers the question be settled quickly. Investors are also focused on the new administration’s position on Fed independence since central bank policy is a key factor in Treasury price moves. Trump in August said the president should have a "say" in Fed decisions, and according to media reports, his allies have drafted proposals to erode the Fed's independence. "I hope the Fed stays independent because that’s good for the bond market,” said Goodman. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
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Riding a 3-game win streak, the Bengals cling to playoff hopes with the Broncos nextBig Ten could place four teams in playoff, thanks to IU's riseCINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals took care of business and won three straight games for the first time this season. Cincinnati is playing its best football, but it might be too late to sneak into the playoffs, with five teams battling for the two remaining AFC postseason spots. At 7-8, the Bengals are on the bubble along with two other teams that have the same record, the Colts and Dolphins. To have a chance, the Bengals will need to beat the visiting Denver Broncos (9-6) on Saturday, then try to take down the Steelers (10-5) at Pittsburgh in the regular-season finale. They'll need some help from other teams, too. The rub for the Bengals is that they have yet to beat a team with a winning record this season. Now with some momentum for the first time, the Bengals will have to clear that hurdle. “It’s just what it’s supposed to feel like for us. This is our expectation," coach Zac Taylor said after the Bengals beat the Cleveland Browns 24-6 on Sunday. “We just put ourselves in a position to now play some real meaningful games. ... We found a way to get the win and now we can turn our focus to a short week and the Denver Broncos.” Joe Burrow became the first player in NFL history to throw for at least 250 yards and three or more touchdowns in seven consecutive games. One of his TD passes, to Tee Higgins, came as he was falling down. He finished 23 for 30 for 252 yards. ... Ja'Marr Chase continues to build his resume as he strives to win the receiving “triple crown.” He had six catches for 97 yards and a touchdown against the Browns and leads the league in receptions, yards and TDs. ... K Cade York tied a franchise record with a 59-yard field goal. “The guys have responded this way all season,” Taylor said. “We lost some heartbreakers to be quite frank, and games that just came down to the end. It doesn’t mean that we’ve had a bad football team and we weren’t in it. We’ve been in this, and now — I don’t want to say getting our confidence back, because we’ve had confidence — but we’re just making the plays necessary at the critical points of the game to take control of these games. That’s really what’s happened the last three weeks, and we’ve got to continue that.” Burrow has fumbled 10 times this season. Against the Browns, he lost a fumble on a strip-sack with the Bengals on the Cleveland 2-yard-line. Last week, S Jordan Battle scooped a fumble and ran it all the way back, only to fumble as he crossed the goal line, leading to a touchback. Against the Browns, he intercepted a second-half pass from Dorian Thompson-Robinson in the end zone. The Bengals' defense has nine takeaways in the past two games. Cincinnati's depleted offensive line allowed four sacks. The offensive line took a hit when tackle Amarius Mims went out with an ankle injury and didn't return. 5.1 — Yards per carry by RB Chase Brown, who seems to get better every week. He had 18 carries for 91 yards. The Bengals continue their improbable effort to slip into the playoffs when they host the Broncos in their home finale on Saturday. They finish the season the following week at Pittsburgh. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL
Surveillance tech advances by Biden could aid in Trump's promised crackdown on immigrationRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The North Carolina Democratic Party sued on Friday to block the potential removal of tens of thousands of ballots tallied in an extremely close state Supreme Court race, saying state election officials would be violating federal law if they sided with protests initiated by the trailing Republican candidate. The lawsuit filed in Raleigh federal court comes as attorneys for Court of Appeals Judge Jefferson Griffin also went to state courts on Friday to attempt to force the State Board of Elections to act more quickly on accusations contained in the protests. The board tentatively planned to hold a public hearing on the protests next Wednesday, according to a board email provided with Griffin's motion. Griffin wants a final decision from the board earlier. Democratic Associate Justice Allison Riggs leads Griffin by 734 votes following a machine recount of over 5.5 million ballots cast in their Nov. 5 election. A partial hand recount began this week and is nearly complete. But Griffin, joined by three other GOP state legislative candidates, contend that well over 60,000 ballots shouldn't have counted, casting doubt on election results. Among their complaints: voter registration records of some voters casting ballots lack driver’s license or partial Social Security numbers, and overseas voters never living in North Carolina have run afoul of state residency requirements. The Democratic Party's lawsuit said that some of the protests represent “systematic challenges to voter eligibility” that counter a federal law's prohibition of what's essentially removing people from voter registration lists retroactively after an election. The lawsuit wants a judge to declare federal law and the Constitution prevents the votes from being discarded and to order the election board — a majority of its members Democrats — to comply. “No North Carolinian deserves to have their vote thrown out in a callous power grab,” state party Chair Anderson Clayton said in a written statement. According to state law, a board considering an election protest could correct a ballot tally, direct another recount or order a new election. Griffin's attorneys filed requests Friday for judges to demand that the board issue final rulings by late Tuesday afternoon. They were filed in Wake County Superior Court and at the Court of Appeals — the same court where Griffin serves. Usually three members on the 15-judge court — second only to the Supreme Court in state's jurisprudence — hear such motions. “Public trust in our electoral processes depends on both fair and efficient procedures to determine the outcome of our elections. By failing to give a timely decision, the State Board continues to undermine the public interest,” Griffin attorney Troy Shelton wrote. Attorneys for Riggs separately on Friday also responded to Griffin's actual protests before the board, saying they should all be denied. Griffin led Riggs — one of two Democrats on the seven-member court — by about 10,000 votes on election night, but that lead dwindled and flipped to Riggs as tens of thousands of qualifying provisional and absentee ballots were added to the totals through the canvass. Riggs has declared victory. The three Republican legislative candidates joining Griffin's protests all trailed Democratic rivals after the machine recounts. One is GOP Rep. Frank Sossamon, who trails Democratic challenger Bryan Cohn by about 230 votes. Should Cohn win, Republicans would fall one seat short of retaining its current veto-proof majority in both chambers. That would give more leverage to Democratic Gov.-elect Josh Stein in 2025. The Associated Press has not called the Supreme Court race and two of the three legislative races highlighted in the protests. Gary D. Robertson, The Associated Press