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Bryce Gustafson has been knocking on doors in Indiana for more than a decade. The lead organizer with Citizens Action Coalition (CAC), a consumer and environmental organization, he usually encounters a mix of reactions when he’s out canvassing; whatever issue he’s talking about, there’s always at least a few people on the other side. But at a recent festival in the rural town of Monrovia, Indiana, he was struck by an unusual spirit of unity.He was there about a proposed datacenter, a 550-acre (222-hectare) Google project in this small town of 1,600 people. “I had 50 people I talked to,”…

Liverpool’s Dutch forward Gakpo is a transfer target for Premier League rivals Manchester City.Published On 30 Aug 202630 Aug 2026Virgil van Dijk is hoping Liverpool hang on to Cody Gakpo, with Manchester City reportedly closing in on the Dutch international before Tuesday’s Premier League transfer deadline.Gakpo looks set to be pushed down the pecking order at Anfield by the arrival of Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain for a fee that could rise to $166m, making the Frenchman the second-most expensive player in Premier League history.In three and a half years at Liverpool, Gakpo has scored 51 goals and played a…

Long-term use of melatonin, a widely used sleep supplement, was linked to a higher risk of heart failure, hospitalization for heart failure, and death from any cause among people with chronic insomnia, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2025. The findings do not prove that melatonin itself caused the increased risks. However, they raise new questions about the long-term safety of a supplement that many people view as a harmless or “natural” way to improve sleep. Why Melatonin Is So Widely Used Melatonin is a hormone made naturally by the pineal gland in the…

Barcelona have agreed a deal in principle with Arsenal to sign Gabriel Jesus for £8.6m (€10m). All sides are now working on the details of the transfer and it is progressing towards a conclusion. Plans are therefore being made for the Brazil striker to travel to Spain, which could be as soon as Monday. It would not be correct to say this deal ends Barcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez. Sky Sports News has been are told they are completely separate. Arsenal have also agreed a deal to sell Fabio Vieira to Hamburg. The transfer for the midfielder is expected to be…

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Bella Okagbue has taken legal steps against her former boyfriend, Segun Olusemo, popularly known as Sheggz, over an alleged breach of promise to marry, domestic abuse and the repayment of loans she allegedly gave him during their relationship. Bella’s lawyers reportedly served Sheggz with a pre-action notice on Saturday, escalating the bitter fallout between the former “Level Up” housemates into a potential legal battle. The notice reportedly demands repayment of alleged loans totalling £10,166 and ₦19.826 million, while also threatening further legal action over allegations of domestic abuse and the alleged failure to fulfil repeated…

Nigerian media entrepreneur and blogger Linda Ikeji has confirmed that the release of her upcoming film, “The Night of June 7th”, in Nigerian cinemas has been suspended pending clearance from the State Security Services (SSS). Ms Ikeji produced the drama film, which was directed by Toka McBaror. The cast includes Gideon Okeke, Femi Branch, Ali Nuhu, and Charles Lenny, among others. The film was scheduled to open in cinemas nationwide on Friday. “The Night of June 7th” is based on the true events surrounding the 2005 Apo Six killings, in which police officers shot dead six young Nigerians, Ifeanyi Ozo,…

Virgil van Dijk is hoping Liverpool hang on to Cody Gakpo with Manchester City reportedly closing in on the Dutch international before Tuesday’s transfer deadline. Gakpo looks set to be pushed down the pecking order at Anfield by the arrival of Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain for a fee that could rise to £123 million ($166 million), making the Frenchman the second most expensive player in Premier League history. In three-and-a-half years at Liverpool, Gakpo has scored 51 goals and played a major role in the club’s 20th English top-flight title in the 2024/25 campaign. The 27-year-old has made a…

Icelanders voted against resuming negotiations on joining the European Union, the country’s national broadcaster reported on Sunday, after an unusually divisive debate.The “no” side received 52.8 percent of the vote, the broadcaster, RUV, said. Icelandic officials were expected to announce the official results later on Sunday.RUV reported that more than 225,000 people in this Nordic nation of 400,000, or some 82.5 percent of eligible voters, cast ballots in the referendum on Saturday. RUV said it was the highest voter turnout in any Icelandic election since 2009.The decision was a setback for the 27-member European Union, which has been pitching itself…

SAN DIEGO, CA – MARCH 28: Jarred Kelenic #24 of the Atlanta Braves reacts while rounding the bases during the game between the Atlanta Braves and the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Friday, March 28, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Vincent Mizzoni/MLB Photos via Getty Images)MLB Photos via Getty ImagesThe Atlanta Braves have spent much of the season adjusting their outfield mix as they try to maintain their position in the National League playoff race. With platoons and defensive versatility becoming increasingly important, Atlanta has leaned on several different options to keep its lineup balanced alongside…

Investigators specialising in rape and sex offences will be introduced to every police force in England and Wales by the end of 2027, the government has said. Ministers are speeding up the rollout of the scheme, previously announced by Sir Keir Starmer’s government, by 18 months as part of efforts to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG). They are also offering more money for some forces to boost protection orders. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the previous plans were “too slow” and ministers should be “laser focused” on tackling such crimes. One charity has welcomed the measures, but says…