[This story contains spoilers from Pluribus episode three, “Grenade.”] Vince Gilligan hasn’t just created success stories and second acts for his talent on the screen — he’s created just as many behind the scenes. And one of the most prominent examples belongs to Pluribus writer-director/executive producer Gordon Smith. The Michigan native cut his teeth in…
JOHANNESBURG: Moroccan Achraf Hakimi, Nigerian Victor Osimhen and Egyptian Mohamed Salah were shortlisted on Sunday for the 2025 African men’s player of the year award, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced. Moroccans Ghizlane Chebbak and Sanaa Mssoudy and Nigerian Rasheedat Ajibade are the contenders for the African women’s player of the year title. Currently…
A Bangladesh tribunal sentenced ousted former leader Sheikh Hasina to death in absentia on Monday, ruling she should be hanged for crimes against humanity committed during a crackdown on student-led protests that triggered the downfall of her 15-year regime. She was also given a life sentence on charges including incitement, ordering, and failure to prevent…
Chile’s presidential election will go to a run-off vote in December between a Communist Party and a far-right candidate, after a first round on Sunday produced no outright winner. The election campaign was dominated by crime and immigration, as the flow of people into the country has recently grown, while candidates pledged to fight foreign…
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns had a birthday to remember — thanks to one especially thoughtful gift. Editor’s Picks On the 7-footer’s 30th birthday last Saturday, his girlfriend Jordyn Woods went above and beyond to surprise Towns with a black 1990s Isuzu Trooper. But the SUV wasn’t just any vehicle — it was the…
BravoCon 2025 brought the network’s slate full circle on Sunday with several panels and announcements around new and returning shows. With barely any voice left, Andy Cohen hosted his second “Ask Andy” BravoCon talk with thousands in attendance.“My voice sounds crazy,” said the executive and Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen host. “I’m just…
“I can tell you that Premier Li Qiang does not have a meeting arrangement with Japanese leaders,” Mao Ning, a spokeswoman for China’s foreign ministry, said at a regular media briefing on Monday. Li and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are expected to attend the Group of 20 gathering in Johannesburg on November 22 and…
Jannik Sinner lifts the ATP finals trophy after his win over Carlos Alcaraz. Photo: REUTERS TURIN: Jannik Sinner cut a delighted figure on Sunday after he finished a turbulent season in the best possible fashion, seeing off rival Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets to retain his ATP Finals title. Italian Sinner was roared to a…
PARIS: Portugal booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup with a 9-1 victory over Armenia on Sunday, while an Erling Haaland brace rubber-stamped Norway’s place in the global showpiece as they romped to a 4-1 win in Italy. After being held by Hungary and then stunned by Republic of Ireland last time out, Portugal…
Natalie Sherman,Business reporter and Danielle Kaye,Business reporter Bloomberg via Getty Images When President Donald Trump last week removed tariffs on more than 200 products, it represented something of a political earthquake, and marked a significant concession on a hallmark White House policy The decision, which critics said was long overdue, came as the president returned…
