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New Orleans hires Stacy Hollowell as basketball coach
The University of New Orleans has hired Texas Southern assistant and former Loyola-New Orleans coach Stacy Hollowell as the Privateers' basketball coach. Two years ago, Hollowell coached Loyola to an NAIA championship. Following that season, he joined the staff of then-Mississippi coach Kermit Davis, but left Ole Miss in 2023 after Davis was fired.
Investor's Business DailyDow Jones Futures: Microsoft, Google Jump; New Market Rally Still Must Do This
Microsoft and Google jumped on earnings late after the market rally attempt showed resilience Wednesday amid Meta's sell-off.
- The Independent
Half of those arrested at University of Texas protests not affiliated with institution say administrators
Of the fifty-five people who were found to have ‘violated institutional rules’ during on-campus protests on Wednesday, some 26 were not staff or students, according to a statement released by the university
- Yahoo Sports
NFL Draft: Bill Belichick sounds lukewarm on Patriots' pick of Drake Maye
"Drake compares himself a lot to Josh Allen, he's been doing that for quite a while. We'll see about that."
- People
Kelly Osbourne Calls Out Her Brother Jack for Shooting Her with a Pellet Gun Growing Up: 'I Almost Died'
"It felt like someone putting a hot poker through my leg really fast because it kind of burnt a bit," Kelly Osbourne recalled of the traumatic experience
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Chargers select Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt with fifth pick in NFL draft
The Los Angeles Chargers selected Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt with the fifth pick in the NFL draft Thursday night. New Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz appeared to be in a good position to acquire extra picks and trade down, but decided to stand pat. Alt played 38 games at Notre Dame and started 33 at left tackle.
- BBC
Harvey Weinstein: Ashley Judd leads backlash against quashed rape conviction
Ashley Judd tells BBC News survivors feel betrayed after a new trial is ordered for Harvey Weinstein.
- Associated Press
Guatemalan prosecutors raid offices of Save the Children charity
Guatemalan prosecutors raided the offices of the charity Save the Children on Thursday, citing a complaint alleging the violation of migrant children’s rights. Prosecutor Rafael Curruchiche said in a video to media that the complaint filed by an unidentified foreigner had raised serious concerns because it involved allegations of abuse of children. The raid came a week after the secretary general of Guatemala's Public Ministry, Ángel Pineda, wrote a letter to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton asking for support in addressing allegations that Save the Children and other aid groups “could be participating in child trafficking operations.”
- The Conversation
How bird flu virus fragments get into milk sold in stores, and what the spread of H5N1 in cows means for the dairy industry and milk drinkers
Five livestock experts who study infectious diseases in the dairy industry explain the risks as the FDA announces that about 20% of milk sampled from stores across the US tested positive.
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Zurich Classic of New Orleans 2024 Friday tee times, PGA Tour pairings and how to watch
The purse at the Zurich Classic has $1.286 million for each member of the winning team.
- The Guardian
India election: fears that Modi’s BJP will polarise voters in fight for key state
Muslims worry Modi’s party will rely on familiar tactics of drawing on religious divisions as it battles Congress to to retain seats in Karnataka
- BANG Showbiz
Emma Stone: I want to be known by my real name
Hollywood star Emma Stone has revealed that she wants to be known by her real name, Emily.
- BANG Showbiz
Sophia Bush comes out as queer
'One Tree Hill' star Sophia Bush has revealed that she now identifies as queer.
- BANG Showbiz
Beyonce is one of the most talented people on Earth, says Luke Grimes
Luke Grimes has heaped praise on Beyonce, describing the singer as "one of the most talented people on Earth".
- BANG Showbiz
Rare Beauty is my pride and joy, says Selena Gomez
Pop star Selena Gomez has described Rare Beauty as her "pride and joy".
- CBC
Aamjiwnaang First Nation declares state of emergency declared over benzene levels
Aamjiwnaang First Nation in southwestern Ontario has declared a state of emergency over what it calls the "ongoing and excessive" discharge of benzene from a nearby industrial facility.The declaration was made in a letter released Thursday evening."While declaring a local state of emergency is a serious measure, Aamjiwnaang is doing so in order to assist in our preparedness and ensure we have adequate resources at our disposal in the event that further action is required," the letter states.The
- Business Insider
Baby boomers are approaching 'peak burden' on the economy
A wave of retiring baby boomers means the generation will soon reach "peak burden" on the US economy, economists say.
- Bears Wire
Bears QB Caleb Williams jersey number revealed
Caleb Williams has only been a Bear for a short time, but he already has a jersey number picked.
- USA TODAY Sports
How to buy Marvin Harrison Jr. Arizona Cardinals jersey after 2024 NFL Draft selection
Marvin Harrison Jr. is the fourth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals. Here's the latest on his jersey.
- Yahoo Sports Videos
Can Drake Maye flourish in the Patriots' system?
Yahoo Sports’ Draft Live Crew reacts to the New England Patriots selecting Drake Maye third overall, debating his compatibility with New England's style of play.