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Popular Syracuse Athletics Personality Accepts New Role in Professional Ranks
Sean Dorcellus is moving on, but where to?
DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak spreads to two new health zones, WHO says
Health workers struggle as new Ebola cases are found in border regions of South Ubangi and Haut-Uele.
Cotton candy catering: Kiffany Bosserman refined her taste for business (and the value of her time)
After nearly a decade in business, Cottontale KC is still spinning sugar into a confection for success, shared founder Kiffany Bosserman — pivoting her business to say “yes” less and reprioritize the balance of family and life and profitability.
Sam Darnold set to return to lineup in Week 3
Seahawks QB Sam Darnold cleared to play after missing Week 2 because of injury
Bill introduced to support newborn health screenings
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Congressman Nick Langworthy was joined by Hall of Fame Bills quarterback Jim Kelly on Thursday to announce the introduction of a bipartisan bill that would dedicate fed…
Turkey x France - Highlights, Summary and Match Report
France left Kocaeli Stadyumu with all three points after a 1-0 win over Turkey in UEFA Nations League A group stage action. The decisive moment arrived on 54 minutes, when Kylian Mbappé struck from t...
2026 Small Business of the Year at the Billings Chamber annual celebration
Tiffany Miller-O'Brien of Frae Collective was named Small Business of the Year at Billings Chamber of Commerce' 2026 annual business celebration.
News May Change Everything for Red Wings
A couple of Friday news reports have the potential to alter what the Detroit Red Wings lineup may look like […]
Ben Affleck says Jennifer Garner was ‘very wise’ to turn down playing his wife in new movie
The actor joked that the decision was “probably for the best,” adding, “That lesson’s been learned.”
“Survivor 51”, “Line of Fire”, and Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen top this week’s Must List
Jae Stephens’ “Audacity” and “Exhibit G” round out our picks for the weekend of Sept. 25.
Game on for Science Stadium at Buffalo Museum of Science
The Buffalo Museum of Science has opened its $3 million Science Stadium interactive exhibit. Developed in partnership with the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and Buffalo Bandits, the permanent exhibit brings
Quick hitters: O-line health, safety depth and Dan Campbell’s first days in Detroit with Glenn
Allen Park — Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell and quarterbacks coach Mark Brunell met with the media on Friday. Here are the noteworthy items from those conversations. Healthier up front, banged up in the back It’s good news, bad news on the injury front. First, the offensive line is going to be far closer to full strength with starters Blake Miller (knee) and Christian Mahogany (hip) on track to return to the lineup. That provides stability the offense lacked against Buffalo, particularly at right tackle, where backup Larry Borom allowed 11 quarterback pressures and committed a trio of penalties. Subscribe However, with that same unit, veteran Ben Bartch (foot) is likely to miss Sunday’s matchup with the Jets. The left guard competition that’s been ongoing since May has effectively been whichever option is healthy that week. In the back end, safety Thomas Harper (ankle) is also unlikely to be available on Sunday. That leaves the team precariously thin at the position following Avonte Maddox going on injured reserve this week. Christian Izien is expected to get the start alongside Chuck Clark. “Izzy's been working a lot back there and had a full week,” Campbell said. “And he's gotten a ton of work this week, a ton of reps, full-speed reps. ‘This is what you're going to do, this is the calls’ and just dousing him with full-speed reps and he's done a good job this week.” Safety depth is the bigger concern. The team is expected to count on some combination of Jalen Mills, who signed to the practice squad on Monday, Bishop Fitzgerald, the undrafted rookie poached off the Steelers’ practice squad on Tuesday, and rookie cornerback Keith Abney, who doesn’t have experience at safety. “I'll say this about Abney, man, for a rookie, he's a pretty dang smart, conscientious, aware football player that's got a ton of room to really take off,” Campbell said. “…He's young. He's another one, he just needs reps and reps. But, if we need it, that'll be a guy who may have to go in for us.” You can check here for the full injury report, with game designations, later this afternoon. Reflecting on the past Responding to comments made by Jets coach Aaron Glenn this week, Campbell reflected on his earliest days with the Lions, before the coaching staff had been fleshed out and it was just he and Glenn at the facility working through what they wanted things to look like. “It was just he and I in the lab,” Campbell said. The coach said the two would fill the whiteboard that remains in current coordinator Kelvin Sheppard’s office top to bottom with notes about philosophy, coaching style, team identity and the type of players they wanted to target. “He looks different than me,” Campbell said. “I'm taller, I'm whatever. He's quicker. All these different things, man, but we're really the same. I mean we're so much the same. And he's the defensive version, I'm the offensive version. He was my right hand man. …It was fun, man. Those were good days.” Campbell said it was one of the best and worst days of his life when the Jets hired Glenn to be their coach. “AG means the world to me,” Campbell said. “He's one of my dearest friends because I know what he's made of. “…It's because you know you're losing a little piece of you. That's what he meant to me and to us. So, that's hard.” Traits under center A couple of weeks back, Sheppard noted that Brunell had identified Saints quarterback Tyler Shough as the best prospect at the position ahead of the 2025 draft. On Friday, Brunell confirmed his evaluation and explained what he looks for when studying a young quarterback. Here’s the full answer: “Young quarterbacks, you have to look at everything, you know? I look at guys coming out of college just like I look at any free agents that we might be looking at, or guys that we might add to our roster. Do they take care of the ball? Are they on time? How is their decision-making? How are their feet? “It's tough because you look at a college player, you don't understand what they're trying to do offensively, what their reads are, but you can identify when a guy is accurate, obviously, and when the ball's getting there on time. If there are a lot of interceptions, it raises a red flag. And I think with a lot of the spread offenses of what you're seeing, when you see a young player and they're running some pro concepts and he's having to make protection calls, and he's getting the right play out of the run game, and when there's a lot on his plate and he's executing it very well, and he's managing all of that, that really jumps out at you. It’s really hard to find. “That's one thing we saw with Luke Altmeyer. He had a lot of experience. We call it, ‘Hey, he's playing quarterback.’ And what does that mean? It's not just completing passes. It's getting guys lined up, getting the right play, getting the protection call right, just fixing some problems, being able to progress (through reads). And there's still some young guys out there that can do that at a high level, which is good to see.” Regarding Altmyer, who competed for the team’s backup job through the offseason and currently resides on the practice squad, Brunell acknowledged physical development slows once the season starts, because there aren’t reps to go around. However, there’s still extensive mental development that’s ongoing. “The key for him is approach the game as if you're the starter, mentally,” Brunell said. “And that's really all you can do. Approach the game as if you're the starter and be good in the (class)room. You come in alongside Jared (Goff), and you come in alongside Josh (Dobbs) and (do) whatever they need. And if you get an opportunity to talk to Luke, he'll tell you he does have a lot of responsibilities besides just getting donuts for us on Saturday. “For him, it's mentally staying focused, and even though there's really no chance this Sunday of him playing, he has to approach it as if he's taking the first snap and playing the whole game. So what's our game plan? What are our checks? What are we anticipating? And then during the game, we keep him involved as far as looking at coverages and pressures. And so, really, for him, it's just a mental game. And for now, that's all we can do.” Reason for more zone The Lions have significantly increased their usage of zone coverage on defense this season. I asked Campbell if that was a reaction to their personnel or driven by the focus to generate more turnovers, given it can be easier to produce interceptions when you can keep eyes on the quarterback while playing zone. “I think it was a little bit of both,” Campbell said. “We just felt like this would suit us a little bit better up to this point, and then be disruptive and get takeaways, which worked well Week 1. We had two (opportunities) last week against Buffalo we weren’t able to get, but they’re there.” I followed up by asking how much the combination of heavy blitzing with the back end playing zone has contributed to some of the early-season coverage woes, since adding extra players to the pass rush means leaving the coverage short-staffed. “I mean, it’s challenging, and that’s why a lot of the things we’ve done in zone, for the most part, have been to reduce that stress level back there,” Campbell said. “But that also requires the front getting there. And if you don’t get there, we already kind of talked about that, but there (has to be) a trust there.” The alternative, Campbell explained is sending four and it taking longer for the rush to get home, which can create different problems for a defense. “You can bleed yards,” Campbell said about the strategy. “It gets a little longer and it’s dink-and-dunk and run after catch. …So, we do what we think is right by what we feel like our personnel (does well). But also the game plan, who you’re going in to play, the matchups, their offense. “We’re not stuck on one way.” Detroit Football Network is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe
Essentia Health-Fargo adds new electrophysiology procedural suite
Essentia Health-Fargo has added a new electrophysiology (EP) procedural suite, a $2 million project that repurposed a general operating room.
Deion Sanders addresses Colorado player behavior following first loss
Ringo Chiu/Shutterstock.com Deion Sanders addresses Colorado player behavior Deion Sanders addressed Colorado players after the Buffaloes lost 41–7 at Northwestern on September 19, 2026. The defeat ended Colorado’s 2–0 start and dropped the team to 2–1 ahead of Big 12 play. Sanders said he confronted players he saw laughing after the 34-point loss. His criticism…
Reform small boat vote branded 'political stunt'
The leader of Portsmouth City Council denies his party does not oppose small boat crossings.
More than a diagnosis: How one young man's strength is helping shine a light on sickle cell disease
Twenty-one-year-old Jalen Boston has spent his life navigating sickle cell disease, including pain crises, hospital stays and a stroke that affected his vision. With support from his family and team at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital, Jalen is proving that while sickle cell disease may be part of his story, it does not define who he is.
A 'decent start' or are Liverpool 'underperforming'?
Defence looks sharp with the new additions, the middle looks imbalanced as we persist with Florian Wirtz. Gareth: Let's face it, we were spoiled in Arne Slot's first season. Iraola is still finding out about players and who will fit into his style of play.
Alex DeBrincat’s Fight Earns Strong Response From Todd McLellan
Todd McLellan called Alex DeBrincat’s fight against Buffalo a sign of leadership as Detroit pushes for a tougher team identity.
NFL gameday: Brock Purdy 'in prime' for San Francisco 49ers, Patrick Mahomes chases Tom Brady record and Dexter Lawrence leads Cincinnati Bengals Super Bowl charge
Watch the Los Angeles Chargers against the Buffalo Bills exclusively live on Sky Sports from 5.30pm on Sunday, before the Dallas Cowboys face the Baltimore Ravens in the first NFL game to be played at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from 9.25pm
Film Room: What’s Wrong With the Steelers Offense?
The Pittsburgh Steelers offense is off to an anemic start, with the third-worst opening stretch among all teams in EPA/play […]
Why the U.S. Chamber Shows Up at UNGA: Connecting American Business to the World
Motorcades, boardrooms, and billion-dollar conversations: the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Chief International Affairs Officer reflects on what the UN General Assembly really means for American business and global growth.
SF Giants News: Oracle Park promotions this weekend
The final weekend of Giants baseball at Oracle Park is here. Let’s see what fans can expect this weekend.
Brady unsatisfied with Bills' 2-0 start as Buffalo prepares to host Chargers
The Bills have hardly been perfect and their new-look defense has issues to sort after allowing 31 points and 24-plus first downs in each of its first two outings.
Netanyahu turned the UN into campaign theater – but will Israelis buy the show?
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: The prime minister presents himself on the global stage as a leader uniquely equipped to defend Israel in a hostile world, seeking to bring that same message home to Israeli voters.
Red Wings Rubbing Opponents the Wrong Way
The Red Wings opened up their preseason home schedule with a bang, beating out the Buffalo Sabres 2-3 with an […]
Alex DeBrincat Fights, Then Wins It in Overtime
Alex DeBrincat fought Trevor Kuntar, then won it in overtime as Detroit beat Buffalo 3-2. #RedWings
This San Antonio veteran is building a tech company — and she wants other vets to do the same
Alex DeBrincat, Moritz Seider Get in Double Fight vs. Sabres
Alex DeBrincat and Moritz Seider dropped the gloves in a wild double fight during Detroit’s preseason game against Buffalo.
SIH holds health fair in Marion, Ill.
Junior high students got an up-close look at what it’s like to work in the medical field at a fair in Marion, Illinois.
Tiffani Thiessen says she ‘got nothing’ for “Saved by the Bell”, didn’t make ‘real money’ until “90210”
Playing Kelly Kapowski made Thiessen famous but not rich.
Tiffani Thiessen says she ‘got nothing’ for ‘Saved by the Bell,’ didn’t make ‘real money’ until ‘90210’
‘Saved by the Bell’ alum Tiffani Thiessen weighs in on what the cast members were paid
‘It’s been transformational’ | Ribbon cut for Science Stadium, celebrating partnership between Bills, Sabres, Bandits and Buffalo Museum of Science
Science Stadium, the new Buffalo Museum of Science (BMS) exhibit created in partnership with the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and Buffalo Bandits, was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday – in a very Buffalonian way.
Here’s the most watched college football teams this season
The SEC and Big Ten are well represented.
Brock Bowers officially limited Thursday
Raiders TE Brock Bowers limited for the second time this week
Buffalo Museum of Science unveils new STEAM activities for WNY sports fans
Buffalo Museum of Science unveils new STEAM activities for WNY sports fans
Cincinnati Reds vs. Atlanta Braves – Brady Singer vs. Tyler Mahle
The Reds look to escape Atlanta with a victory.
Buffalo Museum of Science opens $3M Science Stadium exhibit with Bills, Sabres and Bandits
The Buffalo Museum of Science is opening a new $3 million exhibit that combines STEM education with the world of professional sports. The exhibit is in partnership with the Bills, Sabres and Bandits.
‘It’s been transformational’ | Buffalo Museum of Science cuts ribbon on Science Stadium
New exhibit, a collaboration with Sabres, Bills, Bandits, celebrates Buffalo sports and explores career options in the field.
Quinshon Judkins listed as limited
Browns RB Quinshon Judkins sees limited work because of personal issue
Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is listed as week to week
Buffalo could be down another blue liner with Olen Zellweger placed in the concussion protocol
Interactive sports exhibit set to open at Buffalo Museum of Science
The new $3 million exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science includes a new sports simulator, an anchor desk that allows visitors to record their own highlight reel as a broadcaster, a sports medicine lab, and a mascot design studio.
Parking meter sale heads to full City Council after aldermen wring $75M from deal
A $2.53 billion transfer of Chicago’s parking meter system is poised for a final City Council vote after aldermen secured an upfront payout and a share of future profits.
Toronto Blue Jays Interested in Next Japanese Baseball Phenom
Shoki Koda is an 18-year-old phenom from the Japanese high school ranks.
Week 3 NFL game preview: Chicago Bears vs. Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles come to Chicago looking to make a mark on the season. @SamHouseholder has the game preview.
Broncos Are Revamping Run Game Without Running Backs
The Denver Broncos are trying to emphasize the running game, but they're almost out of running backs.
Multicultural Meet and Greet celebrates belonging and community
Multicultural Affairs for Students (MAS) hosted the 2026 Multicultural Meet and Greet on Sept. 22 in the WMU Student Center.
Official: Udinese sign four-time Champions League winner Alaba
Udinese have officially announced their signing of four-time Champions League-winning defender David Alaba on a free transfer until the end of the 2026-27 season.Official: Alaba joins Udinese on free ...
'What happened on Saturday will not happen to us again'
Rachel: Arsenal seemed to start the season with intent and they delighted us with their slick passing game. Richard: We've handed out and been given one tonking (Coventry and Brighton, respectively). A good start overall but the Brighton game showed what can and will happen if we're not at the races.
Bills vs. Chargers: Wednesday injury reports for both teams
Here are the latest injury reports from Wednesday for both the Bills and Chargers.
Puka Nacua Injury Update: Rams WR’s Week 3 Status Revealed
Puka Nacua missed Week 2 due to injury, and it might be a while before we see him on the field. Originally selected in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, the BYU product quickly became one of the biggest draft steals in recent memory. Developing an immediate connection with quarterback Matthew Stafford, the …
Colts Work Out Three Veteran Edge Rushers
The Indianapolis Colts worked out three veteran edge defenders on Wednesday following an injury to Micheal Clemons.
New report confirms length of Arteta’s new Arsenal contract
Mikel Arteta’s new contract is set to last for the next four years, according to a report, with his backroom staff to extend for the same period.Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesFabrizio Romano repo...
Kosova vs Ireland – Match preview and team news
Ireland is set to face Kosovo in their opening UEFA Nations League B match on Thursday, away from home as they look to start their new campaign on a positive note.Kosova vs Ireland – Match preview ...
Ngumoha reveals Iraola change that could boost his England chances
Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha has not enjoyed a blistering start to the season, but was named in England’s squad for their forthcoming UEFA Nations League matches.Ngumoha has not registered a goal...
Portugal vs Wales – Predicted lineup and team news
Portugal will welcome Wales to Estádio José Alvalade on Thursday as both nations begin their UEFA Nations League campaign in Group A4.Portugal heads into the opening match with encouraging momentum,...
Bills’ Landon Jackson Already Faces Second NFL Punishment of 2026
Bills edge rusher Landon Jackson faces his second NFL punishment of 2026, adding another disciplinary issue for the Buffalo defender. The post Bills’ Landon Jackson Already Faces Second NFL Punishment of 2026 appeared first on HEAVY.
The Herald's weekly entertainment picks
Looking to be entertained from Thursday, Sept. 24, through Wednesday, Sept. 30? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.
Jared Goff Has Blunt Message for Lions ‘Vultures’
Jared Goff says the Detroit Lions welcome outside doubt after their loss to the Buffalo Bills and are ready to respond at Ford Field.
Aidan Hutchinson Makes His Stance on Kelvin Sheppard Clear
Aidan Hutchinson says he still has faith in Kelvin Sheppard and Dan Campbell after the Lions’ defensive collapse against Buffalo.
Shorthanded Lions Suddenly Bring Back Familiar Face
The Detroit Lions are all kinds of banged up right now as they continue preparations to host the New York Jets in Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season, hoping to rebound from their frustrating 41-31 loss on the road to the Buffalo Bills last week.The Lions, who were already without the likes of Cade […] The post Shorthanded Lions Suddenly Bring Back Familiar Face appeared first on HEAVY.
Sports Spotlight: Reese Duchsherer
From setter to standout attacker, Reese Duchsherer has embraced every change in her volleyball journey and is now leading BSC in nearly every major statistical category.
This year, with shifting political winds, Canada gets more of the spotlight on the UN's stage
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — For years, Canada was a trouper in the drama of international affairs. An adept and experienced contributor, it didn't often draw the spotlight when world leaders gathered at the U.N. each September.
Saints Sign Former Steelers Special Teamer
A former special teamer of the Pittsburgh Steelers has a new home in the NFL.
Lauren Boebert blasts ethics complaint alleging affairs with staff, ‘hush money’ payment
Rep. Lauren Boebert denies allegations in a House ethics complaint accusing her of relationships with staff members and arranging a $200,000 payment to a former aide.
No designation for Michael Penix Jr. in Week 3
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. a full participant again and set to play
2 Elmwood businesses broken into, no arrests made yet
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Two Elmwood Avenue businesses, Mr. Greek and The Cereal Spot, were both broken into in the past two days, Buffalo police said Wednesday. Mr. Greek, located at 1122 Elmwood Av…
Harry Shum Jr. says it ‘means the world’ to see “iCarly” costar Miranda Cosgrove support him on ‘DWTS’
The season 35 competitor also celebrated the presence of his “Shadowhunters” and “Crazy Rich Asians” costars.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years after being convicted of sexually assaulting ex-“Project Runway” staffer
The disgraced producer appeared in court on Sept. 23.
Aidan Hutchinson Is a Defensive Player of the Year Favorite
Aidan Hutchinson has forced his way into a national award race two weeks into the season. #Lions
Lili Reinhart explains importance of ‘startling’ sexual harassment scene in “The Love Hypothesis”
The actress tells EW that she and costar Arty Froushan did not “shy away” from bringing the moment to life.
Op-ed: Reimagining the Garment Center
New York City has a tremendous opportunity to create a new live-work community in the Garment Center.
Christian Eriksen has Wolfsburg contract terminated after second collapse
Eriksen collapsed during an international friendly while playing for Denmark three months ago
KT McFarland on Trump's foreign policy strategy, China and Iran
Former Deputy National Security Advisor KT McFarland analyzes Trump's foreign policy, including the Greenland security agreement, tensions with Iran and the upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Behind closed doors, the politics of solar geoengineering are shifting
More politicians in the U.S. and around the globe are taking a look at sunlight-reflecting technologies, two experts said.
Marlins 8, Cubs 2: RISPy business and an Edward Cabrera meltdown
That was one heck of a way to lose a baseball game.
Sondheimer: Midseason football report: Quarterback have been the big story
Chaminade High sophomore quarterback Jeremy Mellalieu has been among the most improved players this season.
Reform and the UAE – a threat to British politics
By Alex Carlen The United Arab Emirates likes to present itself as part of the solution to the climate crisis. The oil-rich Gulf state has committed to Net Zero by 2050, hosted COP 28, and even declared “championing climate action” as one of three strategic objectives for this week’s session of the United Nations General Assembly. But behind the scenes the UAE has quietly built one of its closest political relationships in Europe with the party most hostile to climate action in Britain: Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. There is no evidence that the UAE is funding Reform. But a new FairSquare report, Petro-populism: the UAE–Reform threat, published today, documents a growing political relationship that should concern anyone interested in the integrity of British democracy. Reform’s leaders have embraced the UAE’s political model and promoted positions that align closely with the Emirati government’s priorities, while the UAE has given Farage and his party unusually warm access and public backing. What is emerging is not simply a relationship between British politicians and a wealthy Gulf state, but a channel through which an authoritarian government can cultivate political influence here, and abroad. Democracy for Sale relies on its readers. If you already support us, thanks so much. If you don’t, sign up to support fearless independent investigative journalism. Subscribe Back in January, Nigel Farage appeared at a GB News event in Dubai. On the 50th floor of a tower overlooking the luxury resorts and upscale residences of Palm Jumeirah, the Reform leader declared: “I want Clacton to look like this.” At the event – which Farage never declared on his official register of interests – senior Emirati officials mixed with British expats. Farage was keen to flatter. “We recognise you are our friends”, he said, assuring them that “a Brexit London, a Reform London, will remember you.” Controversy surrounding Reform’s finances and its susceptibility to foreign influence have centred around high-profile donations from billionaire crypto donors, and the jailing of Nathan Gill, Reform’s former leader in Wales, for accepting bribes to give pro-Russia speeches. Far less attention has been paid to Reform’s blossoming new alliance with the UAE, an oil-rich authoritarian state with a track record of ruinous anti-democratic interventions. Farage wasn’t always so fond of the UAE. Back in 2023 he called it an “absolute monarchy with an abysmal human rights record.” Now Reform’s hierarchy calls the UAE home. Deputy leader Richard Tice splits his time between his constituency and Dubai and has called on the UK to learn from the UAE. The party’s treasurer Nick Candy runs a firm which has been in partnership with a UAE-state linked firm since 2024. Nadhim Zahawi sits on the board of an Abu Dhabi think tank alongside an array of the most senior UAE officials and is reportedly close to three brothers of the country’s despotic ruler Mohammed Bin Zayed. Reform’s leading lights have effusively praised the UAE’s governance model, defended it from criticism, and advanced its political agenda in the UK. GB News, whose two major shareholders – the Legatum Foundation and Paul Marshall – have strong links to the UAE, has been more than happy to broadcast UAE propaganda and was forced to pay damages in 2025 after airing a false claim about a UK charity by the UAE “disinfluencer” Amjad Taha. The UAE has responded in kind. When the UAE Minister for Foreign Affairs conducted an official visit to the UK in May, Farage was the only non-government figure granted an audience. UAE state media publicised the meeting, and said that they discussed “the strategic relations between the two countries and ways to enhance them in a manner that serves mutual interests.” For the UAE these ‘mutual interests’ largely concern its paranoia over political Islam, and in this regard the UAE-Reform alliance is part of a broad and troubling pattern. Following a crackdown on dissent at home in the aftermath of the Arab Spring, the UAE has offered material and political support to a range of violent and authoritarian actors willing to oppose the Muslim Brotherhood with no regard for the consequences. Its meddling in Egypt, Tunisia, Yemen, and most notably Sudan, have been devastating. The UAE’s strategy of seeking out partners on the political fringes who it believes will advance its interests is not unique to Britain – it extends beyond the Middle East to Europe and the US. In France, it has offered clandestine support to Marine Le Pen through secret meetings, as well allegedly funding trips to the region after which Le Pen returned with a renewed focus on the UAE’s perceived enemies – Qatar and the Muslim Brotherhood. Left-wing opposition leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon has accused the UAE of smearing him and of “encouraging discrimination, hatred or violence”. In the US, the UAE actively supported the rise of Donald Trump, establishing itself as a key ally during both his first and second terms. Around these relationships sits a wider ecosystem of figures willing to amplify UAE narratives, that even extends to Andrew Tate and Tommy Robinson. Subscribe In Britain, the UAE has used a combination of aggressive diplomacy and illicit, disruptive tactics to achieve its policy goal of eliminating any perceived threat from political Islam. In 2012, for instance, it threatened to block billion-pound arms deals with the UK and stop inward investment if David Cameron did not act against the Muslim Brotherhood and rein in the BBC’s coverage of the group – going so far as to suggest, with no supporting evidence, that the group had infiltrated the BBC. It has financed smear campaigns against a high-profile UK charity and funded a mercenary to secretly surveil, and possibly assassinate, a British national on British soil. In Reform UK, the UAE has finally found an ally willing to not only ban the Muslim Brotherhood, but to publicly vilify the group and repeat the UAE’s claims that dangerous Muslims are a fifth column in British society, a narrative that aligns with the Islamophobia and anti-immigration sentiments that underpin Reform’s populist politics. The Rycroft review into foreign interference concluded that “hostile states and non-state actors have a clear incentive to attempt to undermine UK democracy.” The UAE’s network and alliance with Reform must be understood within that framework. It is a powerful, disruptive and deeply authoritarian actor with the resources and networks to intervene in our politics, and a track-record of doing so in a multitude of other countries. The evidence of the threat the UAE poses is overwhelming. The question is whether parliamentarians are willing to call the UAE out and demand action using the tools that the government has to respond. Placing the UAE on the “Enhanced Tier” of the Foreign Registration scheme alongside Russia and Iran would send a powerful signal to the UAE that its meddling will no longer be tolerated, and would place Farage’s next trips to the UAE under the scrutiny they deserve. Alex Carlen is research and advocacy manager at London based human rights organisation FairSquare and author of its new report Petro-populism: the UAE–Reform threat. Subscribe
Bills Safety Damar Hamlin Makes Personal News Before Chargers Game
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin hosted a charity home run derby in Rochester on Tuesday evening. The post Bills Safety Damar Hamlin Makes Personal News Before Chargers Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Trump's diesel export dilemma
Soaring fuel costs are increasing pressure on US President Donald Trump to curb diesel exports ahead of November's midterm elections. But what may seem like an easy fix could unleash a chain reaction that ultimately leaves American consumers and the global economy worse off.
'We're excited.' Xavier Musketeers basketball begins fall practice
Xavier head coach Richard Pitino discusses his team as the Musketeers begin fall practice at Cintas Center.
Catholic Health to eliminate 40 positions systemwide
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Catholic Health says it’s implementing staffing changes at select locations to address patient needs, including the elimination of 40 positions systemwide. In a r…
Penguins Talk About Finally Standing up for Crosby
Not on his watch. First-year Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Declan Carlile explained after Tuesday night’s 7-4 preseason loss to the Detroit […]
Vogue World Milan Aims to Turn Fashion Spectacle Into Big Business
Condé Nast is leaning into livestreamed events underwritten by fashion-adjacent sponsors as it looks to move its media brands into the digital age.
Buffalo Sabres’ Trade Pitch Could Land $25 Million Veteran Center
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Bills Roundtable Podcast Ep 49: An Unstoppable Offense
Josh Allen’s high-powered unit is dismantling defenses, but major defensive lapses and key injuries threaten Buffalo’s perfection. Mike Straw and Anthony Moeglin debate if this formula is sustainable.
Ex-Bills WR Brandin Cooks Signs With Super Bowl Contender
Former Buffalo Bills WR & 1st-round pick Brandin Cooks signs with Super Bowl contender. The post Ex-Bills WR Brandin Cooks Signs With Super Bowl Contender appeared first on HEAVY.
Community Mental Health and Wellness Coalition to host recovery fair at IX Park
The Community Mental Health and Wellness Coalition is hosting its recovery fair Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
De Paula’s Early Success Threatens Hernández’s Dodgers Future
As top prospect Josue De Paula’s historic offensive surge ignites the Los Angeles Dodgers, his elite plate discipline and sudden emergence could force Teoscar Hernández out of town.
Florida's Success Prompted Warning From Pete Golding
Riding a hot streak into a high-stakes showdown, the Florida Gators represent a dangerous trap for Ole Miss as Pete Golding warns his Rebels against post-LSU complacency.
Common Council moving forward with proposed 2-year data center moratorium
A full Buffalo Common Council vote on the moratorium is now set for next Tuesday.
A year of wellness: Stilwell center a healthy hit
Since opening a year ago, the Cherokee Nation’s $21 million wellness center in Stilwell, Oklahoma, is paying off for more than 6,700 members.