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The 1980s seaside snaps that sparked a controversy
Ahead of a film about him, photographer Martin Parr tells all about his most famous pieces of work.BBC News - 6d -
Davis escapes in controversial draw with Roach
Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach fought to a majority draw after a bizarre ninth round in which a knockdown of Davis was not called despite the fact he took a knee.ESPN - 2d -
Piglets will be left to starve in a controversial art exhibit in Denmark
An artist in Denmark is seeking to raise awareness of the suffering caused by modern pig production with an art installation that includes three piglets starving to deathABC News - 4d -
Davis blames hair product in controversial Roach draw
WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis says grease from his hair got into his eyes and made him take a knee during a controversial draw against Lamont Roach Jr.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Oscars 2025: The 'Emilia Pérez' controversy explained
All the controversies surrounding the film "Emilia Pérez" explained ahead of the 2025 Oscars.ABC News - 1d -
What to Know About the Karla Sofía Gascón and ‘Emilia Pérez’ Controversies
The actress’s old social media posts have threatened to derail the film’s Oscar campaign, but backlash has been building for months for other reasons.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
‘We’ve had enough’: anger threatens Zambian football after election controversy
The Zambian FA’s president Andrew Kamanga was re-elected unopposed after eight nominees were disqualified. Zambia’s victory at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon remains one of football’s most ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
On the ground in the Cook Islands, controversial deal with China stirs debate
Some residents say the agreement has harmed relations with New Zealand while others welcome the economic benefits it may bring. Standing under the shade of trees outside the Cook Islands parliament ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
Briton Sheeraz's bid for world title ends in controversial draw
Hamzah Sheeraz's world title challenge ended in disappointment but the Briton was fortunate to claim draw against WBC middleweight champion Carlos Adames in Saudi Arabia.BBC News - Feb. 22 -
CoD: Warzone Leak Suggests Controversial POI Could Return With Verdansk
Last year, Activision confirmed that Call of Duty: Warzone 's original Verdansk map would return to the free-to-play battle royale in 2025, but the publisher still hasn't provided further details ...GameSpot - Feb. 24 -
Karla Sofía Gascón to attend Oscars despite tweet controversy
The Emilia Pérez best actress nominee will be at Sunday’s ceremony with Netflix paying for all expenses incurred. The Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón is reportedly set to attend this Sunday’s ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
California May Boost Its Controversial $20 Fast-Food Minimum Wage
Less than a year after it came into effect, the state’s alternatively decried and hailed $20 fast-food pay law may get a 3.5 percent boost—reviving clashes during its rollout.Inc. - 6d -
Controversial influencer Andrew Tate returns to U.S. amid sex trafficking charges
Andrew Tate, a right-wing influencer known for his misogynistic views, is back on U.S. soil. Tate is facing sex trafficking charges in Romania and was banned from leaving the country for two years. ...NBC News - 5d -
When Arsenal's controversial goal resulted in FA Cup rematch
As the FA Cup returns, BBC Sport looks back at one of the competition's most controversial games - a winning goal from Marc Overmars resulted in Arsenal's fifth-round tie with Sheffield United ...BBC News - 4d -
DOGE's mass firings of federal workers continues to stir controversy
A federal judge in San Francisco ruled the mass firings of federal probationary workers was likely illegal. Judge William Alsup handed down a temporary restraining order, saying the Office of ...CBS News - 4d -
Musk makes case for controversial DOGE cuts in 3-hour Rogan interview
Tech billionaire Elon Musk made the case for the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) cuts during a lengthy interview with podcaster Joe Rogan, defending the actions of the advisory board ...The Hill - 3d -
Oscars 2025: Karla Sofía Gascón attends Oscars amid controversy
Gascón is nominated for best actress at the award showABC News - 1d -
Acting U.S. attorney for D.C. stirs controversy with prosecutor demotions
Ed Martin, the controversial acting U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., is waiting for the Senate to confirm him for the permanent job.CBS News - 23h -
Arizona AD apologizes for offensive chants directed at BYU players during Wildcats' controversial loss
Saturday night's game in Tucson got tense late, and ended with a dust-upCBS Sports - Feb. 23 -
Arizona apologizes for 'unacceptable' anti-Mormon chant aimed at BYU after controversial loss
Arizona athletic director Desireé Reed-Francois said,"The chant is not reflective of who we are and should not have happened.”Yahoo Sports - Feb. 23 -
MLS is BACK, NYC FC-Inter Miami controversy & Liverpool in driver's seat in the Premier League | The Cooligans
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss the biggest headlines from the start of the MLS season, including controversy surrounding NYCFC and Inter Miami, Liverpool being in the driver’s seat ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24 -
Bills' Sean McDermott explains why the 'Tush Push' scares him, addresses controversial calls in loss to Chiefs
McDermott tackled several hot-button topics from the NFL combineCBS Sports - 5d -
Should NFL ban the 'Tush Push?' Arguments for and against the league outlawing Eagles' controversial play
We debate how the league should handle the play everyone's talking aboutCBS Sports - 5d -
Acting U.S. attorney in D.C. stirs controversy with Justice Department demotions over Jan. 6
The reshaping of the U.S. Justice Department continues with more career prosecutors being fired or being moved out of long-held positions. CBS News has learned nearly a dozen senior prosecutors who ...CBS News - 23h -
Why Gervonta Davis' controversial knee against Lamont Roach was a symptom of bigger problems for 'Tank'
Davis must figure out the mental part of his game again if he wants to look like the superstar of oldCBS Sports - 10h -
Divisional rankings: Where does Roach land after controversial draw with 'Tank' Davis?
Lamont Roach had a close fight with Gervonta Davis and is now ranked in two weight classes. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.ESPN - 10h -
With the first pick in the 2025 Reallocation Draft, the Titans select …
Imagine if the NFL decided to go full fantasy football and empty its rosters after the season. Who goes first? Who doesn't go in the first round? We have ideas.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
Round of 16 picks: PSG a nightmare draw for Liverpool
The path to the Champions League final is now mapped out, and none of the heavyweights have an easy round-of-16 as they bid to be in Munich on May 31.ESPN - Feb. 22 -
Bettman to announce 1st-round picks for 1st time
On Saturday, the NHL formally announced the draft will take place June 27-28 at L.A. Live's Peacock Theatre, confirming a report from ESPN's Greg Wyshynski in December, and commissioner Gary ...ESPN - Feb. 23 -
Trump picks rightwing podcaster as FBI’s second-in-command
Dan Bongino among online influencers who supported US president’s conspiracy theories and re-election bidFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
WATCH: Top vehicle picks of 2025 revealed
ABC News chief transportation correspondent Gio Benitez exclusively announces the highest-rated Consumer Reports car picks and top scores.ABC News - Feb. 25 -
Hunter: 'Super important' to be top pick in draft
Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter said Thursday it's "super important'' to him to be the No. 1 pick in the April NFL draft and that he is ready and willing to play on both sides of the ball as he ...ESPN - 5d -
Picking the Women’s College Basketball All-American Team
Two freshman sensations are included in The Athletic’s top 10.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump's pick for FBI director confirmed in 51-49 vote
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel's to lead the FBI under President Donald Trump.ABC News - Feb. 20 -
Russia Closes In on Another Ukrainian Region, Even as Peace Talks Pick Up
Russian troops are three miles from Dnipropetrovsk, a region they have never invaded. If they cross into it, the advance would be a morale blow to Ukraine and complicate any territorial negotiations.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
NHL betting second-half preview: Best picks, odds for every team
Sean Allen and Victoria Matiash make their betting picks for the second half of the NHL season, one for every team.ESPN - Feb. 22 -
‘Exploited’ migrant farm workers in UK paid for picks, not hours
Call for investigation into unfair payment for labourers on seasonal visa scheme . When 26-year-old Ben* boarded a flight in Uzbekistan in June, he was looking forward to more than just a summer ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
Trump’s Frustration With Generals Led to Picking Dan Caine for Joint Chiefs Chairman
Lt. Gen. Dan Caine, a retired three-star Air Force officer, quickly moved up the list of candidates to be the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
Bongino, Trump’s pick for No. 2 at FBI, ripped GOP senators
Dan Bongino, the radio and podcast host tapped by President Trump to serve as deputy FBI director, has ripped Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy (La.) and Lisa Murkowski (Alaska) in the past, attacks ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Mystics deal All-Star Atkins to Sky for No. 3 pick
The Mystics on Sunday traded two-time All-Star guard Ariel Atkins to the Sky in exchange for the No. 3 pick in the 2025 WNBA draft and two other 2027 selections.ESPN - Feb. 24
