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Jemele Hill Says Racism Is Real Reason People Hate Athletes Talking Politics

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    Jemele Hill Says Racism Is Real Reason People Hate Athletes Talking Politics


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    Jemele Hill says athletes speaking out about important issues wasn’t a problem for centuries in the U.S. — but when Black athletes started using their platform to talk politics, everything changed.

    The veteran sports journalist and activist joined us Thursday on “TMZ Live” … and, she tells us even George Washington used sports to talk politics when he was running for office — plying guests with alcohol and playing competitive games to win their votes.

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    Hill says that’s just one interesting anecdote she digs into for the first episode of her new podcast “Spolitics” — and adds, famous athletes are still just citizens, so they’ve got every right to speak their minds about how they’re voting.

    JH says there’s a long history of this, but when Black athletes finally broke the color barrier in major professional sports, people flipped the script — calling the rhetoric divisive.

    Hill often speaks out about political issues, dating back to 2017, when she called then-President Donald Trump a “white supremacist.” She left ESPN shortly after, later blasting the workplace’s “conservative culture.”

    Now, she’ll further explore the intersection between sports and politics on “Spolitics” … when debuts on October 17. She and Cari Champion also cohost the Vice TV series “Cari & Jemele (Won’t) Stick to Sports.”

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    As for whether there’s anyone in sports big enough to really turn the tide in politics like Taylor Swift might with her endorsement of Kamala Harris … Jemele mentions one name in particular — watch the clip to hear who she thinks has the pull to spark a sports-politics FEVER.

    Anyhoo … she’s encouraging athletes to keep speaking out on politics, and telling fans to rethink the whole “divisive” label.



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    Ubisoft Announces Web3 Game ‘Champions Tactics’ Launch Date

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    Ubisoft Announces Web3 Game ‘Champions Tactics’ Launch Date


    Ubisoft, a titan of the gaming industry, has announced the launch of its first game integrating Web3 technologies. Titled “Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles,” the tactical role-playing game is scheduled for release on October 23 and will be deployed on HOME Verse, the layer-2 network part of the Oasys gaming ecosystem.

    Stepping into Web3 Gaming

    Nearly a year after its initial announcement at IVS Kyoto, Ubisoft, known for games like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry, is venturing into Web3 gaming with the support of Oasys and double jump.tokyo. The tactical RPG invites players to assemble teams of mythical Champions and engage in PvP battles while exploring the dark fantasy world of Grimoria.

    “At Ubisoft Strategic Innovation Lab, our goal is to be pathfinders in delivering innovative player experiences,” says Nicolas Pouard, VP of the Ubisoft Lab. “With Champions Tactics, we aim for Web3 technology to seamlessly fade into the background, allowing players to fully immerse themselves in the fun and strategy of the game.”

    Game Features and Mechanics

    Central to “Champions Tactics” is a collection of 75,000 Champions—digital collectibles serving as primary characters in Grimoria. Each Champion comes with their own unique traits and abilities, letting players build and fine-tune their ultimate team. Then, by strategically selecting a trio of Champions, outplay your opponents and achieve glory in PvP showdowns.

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    The game also brings in The Forge, where you can craft new Champions by blending unique powers and traits from your existing collection. This lets you create custom champions, unlocking new abilities and boosting your team’s dynamics. “The Forge is essential for those looking to refine their roster and dominate the leaderboard,” notes the development team in the announcement.

    Community Growth and Testing

    Ubisoft’s initial 10,000 PFP collection, The Warlords, was one of the most anticipated mints of Q3 2023. The subsequent minting of 75,000 Champions in July 2024 set new records, reflecting the growing excitement around the game. The community has expanded to over 100,000 followers on X and 50,000 Discord users.

    Furthermore, closed alpha and beta tests involving thousands of players have yielded positive feedback, contributing to enhancements in the game’s mechanics.

    “With Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles, we’re bringing a true gaming experience to Web3. This isn’t GameFi—it’s about pure, immersive gameplay that draws players in, while giving them the freedom to own their assets and shape the game’s future,” says Sylvain Loe-Mie, executive producer for the game.

    Collaboration with Oasys

    Oasys is collaborating with Ubisoft to ensure the blockchain elements of “Champions Tactics” achieve full optimization on HOME Verse. Ryo Matsubara, Oasys representative director, expresses enthusiasm: “We’re delighted that Ubisoft has chosen to launch their first web3 game on HOME Verse”, also saying, “The demand for the Warlords and Champions mints earlier this year attests to the level of interest in Champions Tactics.”

    Editor’s note: Written with the assistance of AI – Edited and fact-checked by Jason Newey.

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    Jason Newey is a seasoned journalist specializing in NFTs, the Metaverse, and Web3 technologies. With a background in digital media and blockchain technology, he adeptly translates complex concepts into engaging, informative articles.

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    7 EastEnders spoilers for next week: Cindy and Junior’s affair is put on the line and Chelsea faces the reality of the club crush

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      7 EastEnders spoilers for next week: Cindy and Junior’s affair is put on the line and Chelsea faces the reality of the club crush


      Next week’s EastEnders spoilers are starting with a bang, with an affair at risk of being exposed after Cindy tries to distance herself from Junior.

      Elsewhere, Chelsea comes face to face with the repercussions of the club crush as Jack finally learns the truth.

      All this drama and more in EastEnders spoilers for next week.

      Junior could spill all on his affair with Cindy… (Credit: BBC)

      1. EastEnders spoilers next week: Junior threatens to expose the affair

      Things are about to get tense with Junior potentially telling Ian of his affair with Cindy…

      Cindy tries her best to avoid Junior following her engagement to Ian, but he tries to call her multiple times – to no avail.

      Junior storms into Beale’s Eels to confront her, but she tells him the affair is over and he needs to leave.

      In The Vic, Junior snaps at Peter after he discussed the exciting engagement, and later heads to the café. To get his own back, he asks Priya to join him for a drink.

      However, it doesn’t go to plan as Priya abruptly ends her drinks with Junior after realising he isn’t interested, as a vindicated Cindy watches on.

      Later on, a worried Cindy watches as Junior approaches and talks to Ian in the pub. It’s clear he wants to play a few games…

      Wanting to get the upper hand, Cindy joins Junior for a drink after he invites Peter out.

      But, things quickly take a turn for the worse…

      Chelsea, Penny, Denise and Jack look serious in EastEnders

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      2. Club crush nightmare

      Love is in the air – or should we say Square – with Denise and Jack seeming to be getting back on track.

      They have the full support of Kim and Howie. However, one person is not happy about the arrangement – Chelsea.

      Back at No.20, Chelsea rails at her mum to keep her distance from Jack, lest he finds out she was behind the club crush and she gets into trouble with the police.

      The repercussions across the Square are still being felt, with Lauren continuing to struggle with her recovery and Amy also feeling upset with her ‘slow’ recovery.

      Later Penny makes the decision to leave Walford due to her constant arguments with the family, and arrives at No.27 as Jack and Denise try to buoy Amy up.

      Things quickly heat up between the Brannings. In the middle of a bust up, Denise finally drops the bomb that Chelsea was behind the crush.

      Later on, an emotional Chelsea prepares to hand herself in after being confronted by Amy, Lauren, Penny and Jack, but will she make it?

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      3. EastEnders spoilers next week: Nish’s secret plan

      Some things on the Square never change, and Nish feeling bitter about Eve and Suki’s engagement is a certainty.

      He concocts a plan as the fiancées arrange an engagement party, and summons Vinny and asks him to speak to Habiba to arrange for Tye to visit the Square.

      When he arrives, Suki is touched when Vinny reveals that Nish has arranged for grandson Tye to visit. Nish even receives an invitation to the party, after Nugget and Avani’s request.

      The happiness is short lived, as usual. Nish overhears a conversation between Suki and Eve about bringing Nish down, which leads him to make a mysterious phone call…

      What could it contain?

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      Nish convinces Suki to stay on the Square (Credit: BBC)

      4. Eve hits the road

      Last minute, Eve announces she’s heading to Yorkshire to be with her family. She asks Suki to accompany her, but she decides to stay behind to soak in time with her grandson.

      Prior to this, Nish put his two pence in and said it would be a shame to miss out on Tye time.

      Does he have something planned?

      Later, Eve softens after talking to Stacey, and calls to apologise to Suki but it’s clear that Nish is not happy at her intrusion in their family time…

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      Teddy ditches his date to look after Harry (Credit: BBC)

      5. EastEnders spoilers next week: Teddy’s making moves

      Now he’s settled in the Square, Teddy sets his eyes on Sharon and tries to impress her through several plans.

      He tries to impress her by helping Kathy with Suki and Eve’s engagement party plans at the eleventh hour. 

      Later on, he asks Sharon on a date, but she rejects his offer, despite her love for the Mitchell men.

      After a few words, Kathy loosens her up and convinces her to give Teddy a chance…

      Feeling more positive, she finds him for a conversation. Things don’t go to plan when Harry puts his foot in it.

      Harry vows to make things right by setting up a date between the pair at The Arches. Teddy rails at Harry for being deceptive, but Sharon had already cottoned on to the plans and decides to attend anyway, much to Teddy’s surprise.

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      Avani shares a kiss with Mason (Credit: BBC)

      6. Avani takes the next step

      Teddy is not the only Walford resident with an exciting love life, after Avani and Mason share a kiss at The Arches.

      However, young love stings as Avani bolts after she thinks Mason wants more.

      Later, Avani confides in Lily at McKlunky’s, who offers her worldly advice and convinces her not to sleep with him.

      Little do they know, but they are being listened to by Tommy from another table…

      Later, Avani visits No.1 as per Teddy’s invitation to play video games with Barney, but their games are interrupted when Priya arrives and demands answers.

      She heard the whole situation from Tommy, who was all too happy to report back.

      7. Jean and Harvey make up

      Jean and Stacey are officially back on the Square after a couple of weeks sunning it up in Greece.

      However, the holidays blues are hitting and Jean shares a frosty exchange with Harvey. Perhaps she needs a bit more time…

      Later on, Jean seeks out Harvey to discuss her worries about Kat.

      She heard differing events about Tommy’s behaviour from the mother and son, and shares her thoughts with Harvey.

      Lending his ear as usual, the conversation soon diverts to their relationship.

      The pair agree to try again!

      Read more: Who’s leaving EastEnders in 2024? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns

      8 dramatic EastEnders spoilers for next week (October 14th-18th)

      EastEnders usually airs Monday to Thursday at 7.30pm on BBC One. 

      Are you looking forward to EastEnders next week? You can leave us a comment on our Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFix and let us know.

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      Hyundai Offers Holders Chance to Trade NFTs for Real Pickup Truck – Cryptoflies News

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      Hyundai has decided to revive a non-fungible token (NFT) initiative originally launched in 2021, combining it with real-world offerings.

      At that time, the company introduced the Santa Cruz pickup and released ten Santa Cruz NFTs, which were given away through a sweepstake on X (formerly Twitter). 

      On September 30, Hyundai announced that Santa Cruz NFT holders could enter for a chance to exchange their NFT for a real 2025 Santa Cruz vehicle.

      Hyundai highlighted this initiative in a video on Instagram and X, stating, “We’re making NFTs relevant again.” 

      The post was then updated on October 8 to say, “The Offer has been claimed. Thank you for your interest in the promotion.” 

      This move may serve to revive the company’s NFT efforts while also promoting its vehicles. Yet, it’s not Hyundai’s first venture into Web3. 

      In 2022, the company released the “Shooting Star” NFT collection, which consisted of 10,000 Ethereum-based NFTs. These were later transformed into “MobED (Mobile Eccentric Droid),” marking Hyundai’s entry into metaverse mobility experiences. 

      In 2022, Hyundai continued its NFT efforts by launching a new collection tied to the global premiere of the IONIQ 6. The company later unveiled an NFT membership club to provide special benefits and experiences to NFT holders.

      Beyond NFTs, Hyundai has leveraged blockchain technology to address real-world challenges. Last year, Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation introduced a Supplier CO2 Emission Monitoring System (SCEMS) based on Hedera blockchain technology. 

      Additionally, Hyundai’s Innovation Center in Singapore has incorporated robotics, artificial intelligence, and the metaverse to enhance electric vehicle production and improve customer interactions.



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      Robot Jet Action 2 – C64portal’s upcoming Commodore Amiga game is being created using the Scorpion Engine!

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      Robot Jet Action 2 – C64portal’s upcoming Commodore Amiga game is being created using the Scorpion Engine!


      We’ve been told that Carrion(c64portal) has shown new footage of the upcoming Commodore Amiga OCS game of ‘Robot Jet Action 2’. A game that was not only released for the Commodore 64 back in 2022, but it featured lots of challenging levels, different themed worlds and so much more which made it rather entertaining! While we still don’t know when the game will be released, the creator has announced along side the video, that Robot Jet Action 2 is now being developed using Earok’s Scorpion Engine.

      Here’s the latest about the game update from the creator. “Hello. Time for an update and announcements about what’s happening with the game. About 2-3 weeks ago I started playing with Scorpion Engine and I have to say that my jaw dropped right away. In short, the amount of the work in this amazing tool is beyond description. Wow! The support of the community around SE is also of great help. Thanks to all on Discord and here on EAB. Since May of this year, basically nothing has happened with the game. I stuck”.

      “The performance of the BB version of the game was OK as well as I was able to manage the memory quite well, but adding new things/features was going very slowly for me. During 2 weeks with SE I’ve accomplished the same functionality as with 6 months! Of development with BB. OK, the graphics was ready, but still. Working in SE is so fast. A big advantage is also the fact that many things I’ve implemented in BB similar to what Earok did in SE. For example, Copper’s colors in the background are implemented the same way”.

      “If it comes to the performance of the RJA2 it is very good at this moment. SE is flexible because you can easily determine, for example, what can be a sprite and what can be a bob, you can use rainbows, parallax scroll, etc. and test the whole thing on an ongoing basis in fs-uae or winuae. I prefer FS-UEA. All this dev environment works just great. So I am staying with SE and the next update… well, soonish” 

      And that’s all we know so far, as soon we know more will let you all know!



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      Is This AI Coin The New Cardano? Experts Say It Can Give 20x ROI In Q4 2024; IDA Finance Adopts Chainlink CCIP and PoR

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      Is This AI Coin The New Cardano? Experts Say It Can Give 20x ROI In Q4 2024; IDA Finance Adopts Chainlink CCIP and PoR


      The cryptocurrency market is currently experiencing volatility as investors search for the next big altcoin that will provide tremendous gains. Although Cardano (ADA) has been around the scene for some time now, a new AI-based coin, IntelMarkets (INTL), is about to join the race. 

      Experts say this new token could give a 20x return on investment by the fourth quarter of 2024. Meanwhile, IDA Finance has adopted Chainlink’s CCIP and PoR technologies for its stablecoin. 

      Cardano (ADA) Will Shock Everyone, Says Analyst 

      In a recent analysis video, crypto analyst Dan Gambardello said that Cardano (ADA) is on the brink of a significant price movement, and many traders may not expect it. He analyzed the performance of the Cardano crypto during the 2020 bull run and correlated it with the current bull run. 

      According to him, this consolidation phase could end suddenly, and the Cardano price might easily soar above the $1 barrier by December. He suggested that the broader crypto market could push Cardano (ADA) into the $5 to $10 zone. 

      In the meantime, the Cardano coin is trading within a narrow range of $0.3-$0.4 on the monthly chart. The sentiment around the cryptocurrency is bearish, judging from the 14-day RSI, which has dipped below $50.

      Hong Kong-based digital assets issuer IDA Finance revealed that it will be incorporating Chainlink’s (LINK) services into its upcoming HKDA stablecoin. The platform will be integrating with Chainlink’s Proof of Reserves and Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol. 

      With the help of Chainlink (LINK) PoR, users and investors can check the assets that back up HKDA and the reserve assets held by IDA. Despite the news, the Chainlink coin is showing losses on the weekly and monthly timeframes. 

      The price of the Chainlink crypto has dropped below the 50-Day SMA ($11.33) and 200-Day SMA ($14.81) due to the downtrend. Even the 14-day RSI is now bearish, trading below the 50 mark. If recovery occurs, the Chainlink price could retest these resistances in the coming weeks.

      Investors Rush To IntelMarkets (INTL) for 20x Profit 

      IntelMarkets (INTL) is working on a crypto trading platform that will allow traders to access some of the rare advanced tools used by Wall Street giants. Some of the tools it offers include IntelMarkets’ Autopilot Trading Robots, Intelli M trading systems, and so on. Research revealed that the perpetual futures market was valued at $101.9 Billion in 2022. 

      IntelMarkets’ vision is to become a giant in the cryptocurrency trading market and provide perpetual futures trading to its users. Both experienced traders and newbies will be able to use its advanced trading instruments as well as features such as copy trading, 1000x leverage, and fast trades. Further, IntelMarkets will have an AI trading Bot to help investors generate more profit. 

      The bots can keep track of price variations in the market and also follow trading strategies given to them. What makes them unique is their self-learning capability. They can learn from trading errors or mistakes and improve on them in future trades. Based on these features, analysts say IntelMarkets could become the goto platform for crypto trading in the future. 

      Meanwhile, IntelMarkets’s ongoing crypto ICO has been a major success. The project just crossed $1 million in funds raised and is now heading for $2 million. Also, the price of its native token, INTL, is up 200%. Analysts expect a price surge of 20x in the coming months. 

      Investors Rush To IntelMarkets for 20x ROI in Q4 2024

      IntelMarkets is the best crypto to buy right now. Analysts forecast its price could increase by 20x before 2025, outshining top altcoins like Cardano (ADA) and Chainlink (LINK).

      Discover More About IntelMarkets:

      Presale: https://intelmarketspresale.com/

      Telegram: https://t.me/IntelMarketsOfficial

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      Gregory, a digital nomad hailing from Poland, is not only a financial analyst but also a valuable contributor to various online magazines. With a wealth of experience in the financial industry, his insights and expertise have earned him recognition in numerous publications. Utilising his spare time effectively, Gregory is currently dedicated to writing a book about cryptocurrency and blockchain.



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      Coronation Street and Suzie Birchall star Cheryl Murray dies aged 71

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        Coronation Street and Suzie Birchall star Cheryl Murray dies aged 71


        Coronation Street star Cheryl Murray has died aged 71. The actress was famed for her role as Suzie Birchall, Gail Platt’s best friend, on the cobbles.

        She appeared on the soap between 1977 and 1979, before coming back for a stint in 1983.

        Cheryl played Suzie on the soap (Photo by ITV/Shutterstock)

        Coronation Street: Cheryl Murray death statement

        ITV released a statement today declaring the tragic news. “We are saddened to hear of the recent passing of Cheryl Murray, our thoughts are with her family and friends.

        “Her vibrant portrayal of Gail’s best friend and Elsie Tanner’s lodger Suzie Birchall lived on in the memories of Coronation Street fans long after Suzie left the cobbles for the bright lights of London.”

        While Cheryl was on the show for six years, she expanded her career outside of the cobbles, too. Notably, she appeared as the eldest daughter of Billie Whitelaw and sister of Smiths fan Lucette Henderson in Morrissey’s Everyday Is Like Sunday video.

        She also acted in Hi-de-Hi! as Joan Wainwright in the fourth series and as Gillian in the 1980s BBC comedy series Sorry!

        Her talent was undeniable, but she had to step back from acting in 1998 after receiving a tough diagnosis jut a few years earlier.

        Cheryl was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and had her first MS attack while working on the set of Coronation Street.

        The condition is an autoimmune condition which affects the brain and spinal cord. The actress was born in Liverpool in 1952 and died on September 23 last year, with the family now sharing the sad news.

        Cheryl has died at the age of 71 (Photo by ITV/Shutterstock)

        Coronation Street: Suzie Birchall’s life on the Cobbles

        Suzie Birchall was Gail’s best friend and similarly lodged with Elsie Tanner in the late 1970s. She got a job at Sylvia’s Separates along with Gail, which grew their friendship together.

        She eventually talked her way into sharing her lodgings at 11 Coronation Street, where the pair became quite the double act.

        While Suzie was usually the sensible of the pair, in 1979 Gail married Brian Tilsley and moved out.

        In a turn of events, Suzie moved to London, craving excitement – a huge change from Gail’s honeymoon married life.

        She didn’t stay away for long, and returned to the cobbles just four years later and took a job up at the Rovers.

        It transpired that she was on the run from her abusive husband, Terry Goodwin, who she had married two years before.

        However, feeling jealous of Gail’s relationship, she tried to make a move on Brian. When Gail found out, she ended their friendship and Elsie told her to leave, which is the last we saw of Cheryl in Weatherfield.

        Read more: Complete Coronation Street cast list 2024 – meet them all here!

        10 dramatic Coronation Street spoilers for next week (October 14th-18th)

        Coronation Street usually airs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV.

        What do you think of this story? You can leave us a comment on our Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFix and let us know.

        Find out how you can join our Coronation Street WhatsApp to keep up with the latest goss from the cobbles here!



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        Celebrities Attend a Fashionable SPRWMN Dinner at Chateau Marmont

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          Celebrities Attend a Fashionable SPRWMN Dinner at Chateau Marmont


          Fashion, friends, and food! Courteney Cox, Malin Akerman, Michelle Monaghan, Rebecca Gayheart, Rachel Zoe and more celebrities attended an intimate SPRWMN dinner hosted by brand founder Ambre Dahan at Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, California on Oct. 9.

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          Dahan brought the super women in her own life together to celebrate the line’s Fall/Winter collection filled with chic suede, leather, corduroy, and cashmere staples in neutral tones, pastel hues, and rich colors.

          Cox rocked an all-black leather look including the brand’s leather western button down with leather trousers, Akerman stunned in metallic gold leather leggings — while Monaghan opted for a black pair, Gayheart chose the strapless leather tube dress in off white, and Zoe wore a black silk top with black leather pants and a leopard print faux fur coat.

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          The group spent the evening chatting and laughing while enjoying the restaurant’s Caesar salad, burrata di bufala, baguettes, spaghetti bolognese, roasted salmon, French fries, herbed broccolini, and fresh berries and cream for dessert. 

          To shop the latest drop, visit sprwmn.com.

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          Black Ops 6 campaign won’t be playable without an internet connection

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          Black Ops 6 campaign won’t be playable without an internet connection



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          Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 looks like a return to form for the series, introducing a more interesting campaign alongside its signature satisfying multiplayer. While the game feels like a return to the classic 360 era of CoD releases, the game’s single-player appears to require an internet connection to play.

          Fans who beat the campaign will receive a special post-game reward, which is always nice. It’s also going to be one of the “smaller” downloads in the series’ modern era, even if that means it’s still over 100GB.

          An online-only campaign

          Gamers who have received early copies of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 have found themselves unable to play the game’s single player. The back of the physical box informs players that an internet connection and the latest version of Call of Duty HQ is needed to play the game.

          Alongside the constant internet connection, the game also takes up a minimum of 137GB of space on Xbox consoles. However, this size will likely increase as the game receives additional maps, weapons and (of course) the slew of cosmetics and emotes.

          Publishers have been trying to force the online only requirement for a decade now, often failing due to fan backlash. Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League actually patched in offline play after fans were angry at the game for locking the campaign behind an internet connection.

          It would be great to see fans react angrily to this, but Call of Duty is a primarily multiplayer series and most players might just ignore the campaign. Obviously, a good majority will still play it due to how promising it looks, but we doubt any fan backlash will get to Activision Blizzard.

          The first blemish of Black Ops 6?

          Requiring online connections for a single-player campaign is never good no matter how the narrative is spun, so that’s an instant negative against Black Ops 6. Critical reception will have to wait since the game isn’t out yet, but previews were pretty positive until this happened. But with online being the focus, we doubt this will be a major detraction to many.

          For more on Black Ops 6, here are some of the free goodies players can get before the game’s launch. An iconic map might also return to the game, which is always good news for older fans.



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          Hoda Kotb Shares Latest Health Update On Her Young Daughter

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            Hoda Kotb Shares Latest Health Update On Her Young Daughter


            Hoda Kotb has provided an update on her young daughter, Hope, who is five years old.

            Hope faced a sudden medical crisis in February 2023, which sent the family looking for answers and set them on a long-term medical journey.

            In her latest remarks, Hoda Kotb reflected on the progress they have made and expressed her gratitude for the support they have received throughout this difficult time.

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            Hoda Kotb Updates Fans On Her Daughter’s Health

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            Hoda Kotb has chosen not to disclose the specific ailment affecting her daughter, Hope, out of privacy concerns.

            However, in the last six months, the mom of two has noted that “things have stabilized.” To support their family’s well-being, Kotb moved Hope and her older sister, Haley, 7, out of New York City and into Westchester.

            Since the relocation, she shared with People Magazine that Hope is “thriving” and “improving,” reflecting the positive changes in their new environment. “We’re in a place where Hope is thriving,” the morning talk show host told the outlet. “She’s improving, we’re watching her, and I think as time goes on, we’ll have a better handle on it, but we’re already seeing great differences.”

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            She added, “We really have excellent care; I have people helping us out. I feel like she is finding steady footing.”

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            About Hoda Kotb’s Daughters, Haley And Hope

            Haley, Hoda Kotb’s eldest daughter, was born on Valentine’s Day in 2017, and her younger sister, Hope, arrived in 2019, with Kotb present at her birth.

            “I always imagined family as my mom, my dad, my brother, my sister. I envisioned it that way until I was 50. Imagine someone saying, ‘Hey, guess what? You’re actually going to have a whole other family.’ It still surprises me! It delights me to know that I have Haley and Hope,” Kotb told People of becoming a mom.

            “I tell them they were adopted, and I’m not sure if they 100 percent know what that means,” Kotb said on the “Me Becoming Mom” podcast in 2021. “I always say, ‘You didn’t come from Mommy’s tummy, you came from my heart.’ And they understand that.”

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            Hope Has Faced Various Medical Issues

            “She just demonstrates that when you have whatever she has inside of her, this will, this fight, this everything…She can withstand anything,” she told People in a different interview earlier this year.”This child is going to have the easiest adulthood because she’s had a tough go of it early on.”

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            Hoda Kotb Shares Daughters With Ex Joel Schiffman

            Hoda Kotb shares her daughters, Haley and Hope, with her ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman. The former couple called off their engagement in early 2022, but they continue to co-parent their children and support each other as they navigate the challenges of parenthood.

            “I have two incredible children I share with him. And it’s because of Joel that I have Haley and Hope, without question. I think I might have been too afraid to do it alone,” she told People, but are more kids on the way?

            “I have not closed the door,” she said during an appearance on “The Jamie Kern Lima Show.” “I get signs. I have held on to all of our baby stuff, all of it, because here’s the truth about life: I keep meeting people who remind you that your heart’s ability to expand is beyond measure.”

            Hoda Kotb Announces Her Departure From The ‘Today’ Show

            Hoda Kotb at "Halftime" Premiere
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            This latest update comes shortly after Hoda Kotb announced she is leaving the “Today” show.

            “As I write this, my heart is all over the map. I know I’m making the right decision, but it’s a painful one,” Kotb wrote in her letter to the NBC staff. “And you all are the reason why. They say two things can be right at the same time, and I’m feeling that so deeply right now. I love you and it’s time for me to leave the show.”

            She added, “My broadcast career has been beyond meaningful, a new decade of my life lies ahead, and now my daughters and my mom need and deserve a bigger slice of my time pie. I will miss you all desperately, but I’m ready and excited.”



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