The Justice Department has charged dozens of people for suspected fraud related to the COVID-19 pandemic that resulted in hundreds of millions of dollars in losses, U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said Tuesday.
Speaking with reporters in the White House Rose Garden, Blanche said that between mid-June and September, federal prosecutors from across the country helped facilitate the arrests of 160 criminal defendants, including around 80 who were newly charged over suspected COVID fraud in Missouri and neighboring states.
The suspected crimes involved more than $245 million in losses, Blanche said.
White House Launches Interactive Map Tracking Billions In Suspected Fraud
Attorney General Todd Blanche has announced charges against dozens of people connected to suspected COVID-19 relief fraud.

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BERLIN (AP) — Germany's federal prosecutor's office said Monday it had filed charges against a German-Ukrainian woman suspected of acting on behalf of Russian intelligence.
The woman, who was only identified as Ilona W. in line with German privacy rules, is accused of having been in contact with a full-time intelligence officer at the Russian Embassy in Berlin at least since Oct. 2023, the prosecutor's statement said.
The defendant ran a marketing agency in Berlin and was also the chairwoman of a lobbying group. As a result, she had an extensive network in military and political circles, prosecutors said.
Over the course of several years, the woman provided the intelligence officer at the Russian embassy with numerous tips about high-profile events and ensured that he could attend them — sometimes under a false name. This was intended to enable him to build his own network for intelligence purposes, the statement said.
To identify contacts and potential targets, she also attended such events herself. Furthermore, the defendant attempted to recruit individuals from the German Ministry of Defense and the defense industry for her own purposes, prosecutors alleged.

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Kansas City, Missouri — Vice President JD Vance announced Monday the Trump administration will suspend roughly 870,000 people suspected of defrauding pandemic-era small business programs from receiving future federal loans.
The vice president contended that borrowers who stole taxpayer money should no longer be eligible to receive loans from government-backed programs.
"If you screwed the American taxpayer, the federal government is now going to say you're cut off, no more," Vance told reporters. "You shouldn't be applying anymore, and if you do apply, you're no longer able to get those benefits."
His remarks came as the Justice Department announced a slew of cases in a nationwide crackdown on fraud involving the COVID-19-era Paycheck Protection Program.
The department's enforcement push, which ran from June 12 through Sept. 1 and was dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," resulted in actions involving more than 160 defendants and approximately $245 million in intended losses to taxpayers. The operation was put into action more than five years after the government pushed emergency loans to businesses nationwide that were struggling as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

#president #pandemic #federal

Olivia Oras, a popular Finnish social media influencer, died aged 27 after losing consciousness under anesthesia before a scheduled liposuction procedure at a private clinic in Helsinki. Olivia's death is currently being investigated by police as aggravated manslaughter.
The incident occurred on September 3rd. The police received a notification requesting an investigation on September 6th.
According to an investigative broadcast from the Finnish public broadcaster Yle, Olivia's problems started due to the anesthesia before the liposuction. Olivia lost consciousness and was moved to Helsinki University Hospital, where she eventually died. Later, Yle discovered from Helsinki District Court that August 31st is considered the date of the suspected offense. Detective Chief Inspector Juha Piippo, who led the case, reported that Olivia stayed in the hospital for several days between the suspected crime and her death.
Juha Piippo revealed that police suspect the involvement of a doctor or doctors in Olivia's death. However, the detective refused to provide any information on suspects' detainment or arrest.
Police carried out a special search at the Plastic Surgery Center clinic on Aleksanterinkatu street on Thursday. Police conduct a special search when there is possible information that a doctor's office or similar institution is involved. Police are ******* yzing technical equipment, and the clinic's operations have been halted for the patient's safety. The clinic removed staff profiles from its website upon the disclosure of Olivia's death.

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Kris Jenner's security team detained a man suspected of stalking her before he could reach her Los Angeles-area property.
Zenwilliam Robson, 25, was detained near Jenner's Calabasas-area residence on Monday, Sept. 7, after security personnel spotted him in the neighborhood. Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputies subsequently arrested him on suspicion of stalking.
Robson was ultimately charged with one misdemeanor count of trespassing and refusing to leave private property.
Jenner's security personnel told authorities that he had allegedly tried to contact the 70-year-old reality star and businesswoman several times before the latest incident.
The encounter happened Monday evening in the area surrounding Jenner's home in the Santa Monica Mountains northwest of Los Angeles.

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By Nate Raymond
Sept 8 (Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday upheld an injunction blocking an Internal Revenue Service policy that allowed it to share thousands of taxpayers' ‌addresses with immigration authorities, saying the Trump administration's practice violated federal law.
A three-judge panel of ‌the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that the IRS last year disclosed roughly 47,000 taxpayer addresses to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under a procedure adopted as part of the administration's efforts to expand immigration enforcement.
The IRS and U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, did not respond to requests for comment.
Under an agreement between the agencies, the IRS in July 2025 began processing ICE ‌requests for the last known addresses ⁠of as many as 1.28 million people suspected of unlawfully residing in the United States.

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Picking a fight with a police officer is generally a poor decision, but doing it with one who once challenged for a UFC ***** le adds another layer of bad timing. A recently surfaced bodycam video shows Coral Springs Police Officer Marlon Moraes taking a man to the ground after the man verbally challenged him during a traffic stop.
Moraes, 38, is a former UFC bantamweight ***** le challenger and World Series of Fighting bantamweight champion who has worked as a South Florida police officer since 2024. According to MMA Junkie, the incident itself happened on March 27 but only recently began circulating widely online.
In the footage, the man can be heard telling Moraes, "You can't do sh*t," as he continues to confront him in a parking lot. Moraes remains standing in front of him until the man takes a step toward the officer, at which point Moraes trips him to the pavement.
Other officers quickly move in and ***** ist with placing the man in handcuffs. The circumstances that initially led to the traffic stop, including what the man was suspected of doing beforehand, were not detailed in the information released with the viral video.
Moraes competed professionally in mixed martial arts for years before entering law enforcement, earning a reputation as one of the top bantamweights of his era. He challenged Henry Cejudo for the vacant UFC bantamweight championship in 2019 after previously holding the World Series of Fighting ***** le.

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Meghan Markle is reportedly looking to rebuild one of her most high-profile friendships following her family's move back to the U.K. According to a new report, the ***** ss of Sussex has been quietly reaching out to Victoria Beckham after years of alleged tension between the two. The reported effort comes as Markle and Harry settle into a new home near the Beckhams' Cotswolds estate.
According to Globe Magazine, Meghan Markle believes there is still a chance to repair her friendship with Victoria Beckham despite their long-rumored falling out. A source claimed the ***** ss considers the relationship "unfinished business" and is now "reaching out and testing the waters" through mutual friends.
The insider alleged that Markle was deeply disappointed by how the friendship unraveled. The source also suggested she believes outside influences and media speculation played a significant role. Rather than any lasting personal conflict, these factors ultimately drove a wedge between the two women.
The reported feud dates back several years. In his book "Revenge: Meghan, Harry and the War Between the Windsors," author Tom Bower claimed Markle suspected Victoria of leaking private information to the press. According to the book, Harry later confronted David Beckham over the allegation, a move that reportedly strained the relationship between the couples.
The renewed interest in reconnecting follows Markle's reported return to the U.K. with Harry and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Reports have claimed the family has relocated to an estate in the Cotswolds, where David and Victoria also own a country home.

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What Meghan Markle wants, what she really, really wants is Victoria Beckham back in her inner circle, reveals a source.
"Out of all the rejections and broken friendships she's had to deal with, this is the one that probably stings the most," the source tells Globe. "Meghan really believed she and Victoria were friends for life, and she still thinks that the argument that tore them apart was fueled by the media and other trouble-makers at the time."
According to Revenge: Meghan, Harry and the War Between the Windsors author Tom Bower, the Suits alum, 45, once "suspected" Posh Spice, 52, of leaking her private info to the press, In Touch reported in 2022.
Husband Prince Harry "called David Beckham to repeat the accusation," wrote the British journalist, per the outlet. "Outraged, Beckham's truthful denials damaged their relationship."
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Beyond the defeat to AS Monaco last Sunday, it was a bad way for Olympique de Marseille, who lost two players to injury. Geoffrey Kondogbia suffered a muscular injury and, as confirmed by Bruno Genesio, won't be fit to face Paris FC this weekend.
Tochukwu Nnadi sustained a more serious injury. The Nigerian only came on at half-time but did not see out the match. He withdrew with what looked to be a serious knee injury. An ACL injury was feared. The injury is indeed serious, and it is suspected that it is an ACL. Speaking to La Provence, Nnadi's agent revealed that many consultants advised immediate surgery.
However, he has opted against surgery in order to ensure a quicker return. "We are aware of the risks. We know that he could feel pain. We know that it won't be easy, but it is Nnadi's decision," said his agent, who added that the midfielder "could not abandon OM at such a time".
Genesio is lacking options in midfield. Speaking on Friday, he revealed that he had tested full-back Ulisses Garcia in the position.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle

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'Keep him away from the sorority girls': Lane Kiffin story from Nick Saban's Alabama days reveals surprising side of LSU coach originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The LSU football program has remained one of the biggest topics ahead of the 2026 season. Since Lane Kiffin was picked up on the tarmac in Oxford, Miss. by Tigers officials, he's been public enemy No. 1 in several circles. Now that he's preparing for his high-profile debut at LSU, the heat has simmered down a bit. That was until Wednesday morning and the timing for Kiffin's haters is golden.
In a Vanity Fair excerpt from author John Talty's book "Lane Being Lane: The Story of Lane Kiffin," which is available on Sept. 15, 2026, we get to see the longtime coach's true colors from a different time in his life. A portion of the book details his time at Alabama on Nick Saban's staff in the mid-2010s.
Kiffin was suspected to be in the midst of a rough patch in life. He was accused of having an affair with his wife, Layla, who divorced him a decade ago, leaving Lane alone as a bachelor-type in Tuscaloosa. But they're back together after their 2016 divorce.
"While Kiffin would not be fired for "banging," off-field behavior did reach Saban's desk. Terry Saban, Nick's wife, had heard through friends that Kiffin, then living separately from his wife Layla and his children who were in California, was out and about on the town trying to pick up women. It led Saban to tell at least one staff member to give Kiffin some helpful advice.

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Golf legend Tiger Woods was arrested in March for yet another vehicular accident. Woods agreed to a Breathalyzer test that showed no signs of alcohol, but he refused a urine test and showed signs of impairment during the ordeal.
Officers found two painkiller pills in his pocket, and he told deputies he had taken "a few" prescription medications earlier that day. Later, Woods pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of driving under the influence and refusal to submit to testing.
Recently, Woods announced he planned to change his not guilty plea, according to court documents filed Tuesday. Woods was scheduled to appear in court on September 8th but is now expected on Wednesday morning for a plea conference.
The golf legend has been involved in a few other crashes over the years, all of which have stunted his illustrious career. In 2021, he survived a crash in Los Angeles so severe that doctors considered amputating his leg. Woods was not charged with any crimes as authorities determined the crash was caused by excessive speed and not impairment. On the other hand, in 2009, Woods crashed into a fire hydrant and a tree outside of his residence around 2:00 a.m. Police suspected Woods was under the influence or impaired by medication, but no actual charges followed.
Woods has had to bow out of golf due to several back surgeries and lower-body injuries that have affected his mobility. As a result, Woods has battled with prescribed substance dependency. As of June, he formally stepped away from the game and traveled outside of the United States to seek treatment at an inpatient treatment facility.

#golf #signs #charges

By Panarat Thepgumpanat and Chayut Setboonsarng
BANGKOK, Aug 31 (Reuters) - After a long deployment in the Middle East, a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier will dock in Thailand's resort city of Pattaya this week, raising hopes of an economic boost, even ‌as local authorities cracked down on parts of the **** tourism destination.
The Abraham Lincoln is due to dock on Wednesday ‌at nearby Laem Chabang, with two accompanying Navy vessels, to allow nearly 5,000 sailors and Marines aboard to rest and recuperate after over 200 days at sea, according to Thai officials.
Ahead of its arrival, police are preparing additional patrols around Pattaya's main beachfront and nightlife district besides raids over the weekend that led to 40 to 50 people in detention for suspected prostitution, officials said.
"We are doing our best, but it is difficult," Pattaya police chief Anek Srathongyoo said on Monday, explaining that **** workers could potentially solicit in public areas without the knowledge of the authorities.

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By Dan Peleschuk
KYIV, Aug 29 (Reuters) - At least 37 people were killed after a Russian drone attack on a Kyiv-area ammunition depot sparked a detonation, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday, vowing ‌to punish suspected negligence in the second such incident in two months.
The deadliest Russian strike in the ‌Kyiv area this year came as Moscow's air attacks on the Ukrainian capital and surrounding region dragged into a third straight day, killing residents, damaging homes and derailing daily life.
Dozens were also injured and hundreds evacuated from the area of the strike late on Friday on the village of Myla, Zelenskiy said, where nearby infrastructure including residential buildings and a facility for the elderly and people with disabilities suffered "significant damage".
The attack sparked widespread fires, officials said. Among those killed was the head of a ‌neighbouring village who rushed to help.

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James Blunt shared an article denying that American actress Hayden Panettiere was brought to his bed when she was 18.
Panettiere, a former child actress known for her roles in Nashville and Heroes, died on Aug 16 aged 36 in a suspected overdose. Her official cause of death has not yet been revealed.
In her May 2026 autobiography This Is Me: A Reckoning, Panettiere recounted an incident in which she said an unnamed woman asked her to get in bed with an "undressed" and "very famous" British singer in his 30s on a yacht in France.
She wrote that she was 18 at the time and the incident led to her hiding on the boat.
Since her death, theories began circulating that Blunt was the unidentified British singer-songwriter she wrote about in her memoir. Online sleuths pointed to a picture of the pair together in 2009.

#american

Iran-linked hackers are suspected of forcing a small British power generator offline for four days last month, the latest sign that Tehran-linked cyber activity may be moving from probing vulnerable systems to causing disruptions U.S. officials have long warned about.
Iran-linked hackers were behind the outage, according to British security officials who spoke with multiple news outlets.
"To be clear: there was no threat to the wider grid and ******* ody lost power. We have one of the most resilient energy systems in the world," UK Energy Minister Michael Shanks said in a statement.
He described the generator as "tiny" but said his department had briefed CEOs following the intrusion on "steps they should take to stay secure."
Water Cyberattack Hits At Least 7 States

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Aug 23 (Reuters) - - Vietnam's National ******* embly on Sunday approved amendments to the customs law that strengthen customs powers to intercept ‌counterfeit and intellectual property-infringing goods, a move that could address some ‌concerns raised in a U.S. trade investigation into the country's protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights.
• The changes come after the U.S. Trade Representative in May launched a Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's intellectual property regime after designating the country a "priority foreign country" in its annual Special 301 review.
• Among ‌the concerns cited by ⁠USTR were widespread counterfeiting, weak border enforcement, limited use of customs' authority to seize suspected counterfeit goods on its ⁠own initiative, and the absence of similar powers over goods transiting Vietnam.
• The revised law, which takes effect in March 2027, expands customs enforcement provisions to cover not only imported and exported goods but also goods transiting ‌through Vietnam, broadening the range of shipments that may be subject to intervention by customs authorities.
• Under the amendments, customs authorities retain the power to suspend clearance when rights holders provide evidence of possible infringement and a financial guarantee. Customs officers may also proactively halt the clearance of ‌imported, exported or transit goods if they identify clear signs of counterfeiting or other intellectual property violations.

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As per a new report that has surfaced after Hayden Panettiere's unfortunate demise, the actress suffered from physical pain during her final days. Not only that, she banned her ex-boyfriend, Brian Hickerson, from attending her book signing. For those unversed, first responders reportedly found the "Heroes" alum unresponsive and in cardiac arrest at an Airbnb residence in Greenville, South Carolina. Despite the medical team's best efforts to resuscitate her, doctors declared Panettiere dead on August 16 at 2:32 p.m.
As per a new report by The New York Times, the late Hayden Panettiere suffered from excruciating pain, likening it to "pins and needles" in her legs during her final days. Moreover, she also gave Barnes & ****** le "clear instructions" to keep her ex-boyfriend, Brian Hickerson, "away" during the Manhattan book tour in May. For that reason, the "Nashville" star had also recruited private security.
According to TMZ, his brother, Zach, reportedly was the one who walked in and found Panettiere unresponsive in a chair in the living room.
The Hickerson brothers called 911, and an emergency medical team arrived at 1:50 p.m. Unfortunately, they failed to save Panettiere, and doctors declared her dead at 2:32 p.m. At the time, South Carolina Police announced that they suspected no foul play, and the initial autopsy reportedly revealed no signs of trauma before the actress's death.
The actress detailed her troubled relationship with Hickerson in her memoir, "This Is Me: A Reckoning," released in May. Panettiere spoke about his alleged harsh behavior towards her, which had resulted in three detentions and jail time for her.

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A new report says that Hayden Panettiere suffered from mysterious pain that felt like "pins and needles" in her legs and that she gave specific instructions during a Manhattan book tour in May that ex-boyfriend Brian Hickerson could not attend.
The New York Times on Sunday said Panettiere was accompanied by private security during the visit to Barnes & ****** le that gave "clear instructions to keep [Hickerson] away." Hickerson was present when Panettiere, 36, was found dead Aug. 16 in an apartment in Greenville, S.C. Police initially announced that no foul play was suspected; an initial autopsy found no signs of trauma.
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(NEXSTAR) — The condition known to cause "scromiting" among some marijuana users has become more prevalent in the U.S., a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows, though the trend among a specific age group may contradict previous understandings of the syndrome.
Cannabis (or cannabinoid) hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is as serious as it sounds. The condition, which can cause excessive vomiting with recurring bouts of severe stomach pain and nausea, was first detected in Australia two decades ago. Some have referred to a combination of CHS symptoms – screaming, due to the intense pain, and vomiting – as "scromiting."
Hot showers and baths are often described as the only way to mitigate the discomfort. In rare cases, the condition has resulted in death, health officials said.
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome is on the rise: What symptoms to watch for
"[Patients] are not high in any fashion and in fact are in significant distress with uncontrolled vomiting, gagging, hurling, and pain," Dr. Sam Torbati, the medical director of the Ruth and Harry Roman Emergency Department at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, explained to Nexstar via email. He sees patients already diagnosed with or presenting with suspected cases of cannabis hyperemesis arrive in his emergency department weekly.

#condition #hyperemesis #vomiting #pain

A neighbor from the luxury apartment complex where actress Hayden Panettiere was found dead in Greenville, South Carolina, has shared insight into the hours that came after authorities arrived on the scene and discovered her body.
The neighbor told Page Six that no one knew she had been staying in the apartment, and suspected that it was an Airbnb rental.
Hayden was found dead inside a luxury apartment complex in South Carolina (@ Getty Images)
"I was shocked, as I'm sure everyone in Greenville was, to find out she was here," they said. "I don't know that she was there long, and I'm not sure she even ever left the apartment. I can only speak for myself, but you know, I never saw her, [and] I haven't spoken to anyone else that said they have."
"It's still kind of jarring to hear that someone of her stature was here and then that tragically happened to her," the neighbor continued, adding that they knew something terrible had happened when the coroner vehicle arrived on Sunday.

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Hayden Panettiere died at the age of 36, according to a statement from her father, Skip Panettiere.
A representative for her father told the media on Sunday night, "It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden." Per the actress's publicist, Kasey Kitchen's statement on the circumstances surrounding this tragedy, "There's an investigation ongoing."
Panettiere was found at a Greenville, North Carolina apartment complex. The Greenville Police Department reported that officers and EMS personnel responded to a call about an unresponsive female at approximately 1:51 p.m. on Sunday, August 16. Despite administering medical **** istance, the actress was **** ounced dead. Foul play is not suspected, and no further details have been provided.
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Even though the acclaimed actress was more recently known for her roles in the musical drama series Nashville and the big-screen Scream franchise, she got her big break in the soaps. More specifically, she got her start as Sarah Roberts on One Life to Live.

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RENTON, Wash. (AP) — After answering six minutes' worth of questions about why the Seattle Seahawks are working on a contract with cornerback Terrion Arnold, coach Mike Macdonald was asked about the team's preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday.
Macdonald made it clear he was not ducking inquiries about Arnold, who is facing eight felony charges stemming from allegations he orchestrated the abduction and beating of three men in February. The 23-year-old became a free agent in June, when the Detroit Lions released him a few days after the kidnapping, armed robbery and conspiracy charges were levied.
"I understand the situation," Macdonald said Friday. "So, I'm glad that we had the opportunity to talk about it."
Macdonald explained why the reigning Super Bowl champions felt compelled to add Arnold, who prosecutors in Florida said arranged for men to be pistol-whipped after he wrongly suspected them of stealing $100,000 in cash and luxury goods from him.
Police called Arnold the "primary conspirator" in the Feb. 4 attack, and a judge set his bail at $1 million.

#arnold

By Andrew Osborn and Felix Light
MOSCOW, Aug 12 (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Russia will respond in kind if European countries start to seize Russian merchant vessels and the commander of Russia's ‌Pacific Fleet said his forces were ready to "inspect and detain" foreign vessels from what he called hostile states.
The comments, ‌which Putin made as he oversaw navy drills in Russia's far east, come as the EU tries to ratchet up pressure on Russia's so-called shadow fleet, expanding sanctions against hundreds of vessels and detaining some ships and their crews for checks. Some European governments have said they are exploring tougher maritime enforcement measures against ships suspected of sanctions evasion.
"We can see that the authorities of certain countries, in violation of international maritime law, are attempting to restrict the movement of our economic operators' vessels..., and have recently gone so far as to ‌consider the possibility of seizing our vessels and ⁠selling off the property they have plundered from us," Putin said.
"Naturally, this is nothing less than piracy and robbery. And if this begins to be put into practice, we shall be forced to ⁠respond in kind. And not necessarily in those waters where raids on our ships and vessels are planned, but wherever we ourselves deem it necessary and appropriate."

#vessels #putin #fleet

Somali referee Omar Artan will take charge of the Super Cup showdown between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on Wednesday night, two months after he was barred from entering the United States to officiate at the World Cup.
Artan, 34, was denied entry into the US due to alleged links to "suspected members of terror organisations", which made him a "national security threat".
A highly-regarded official who was named Africa's referee of the year in 2025, Artan said he "the biggest dream of my life" destroyed at US border control despite him insisting he had "the correct visa".
The decision to turn him away led to widespread outrage and criticism towards the Trump administration and Fifa for failing to deliver on promises of inclusivity at the 2026 World Cup, with Artan far from the only footballing figure to be denied entry.
Gianni Infantino then added fuel to the fire by telling a reporter to "chill, relax" when pressed over Artan's refusal at the beginning of the World Cup, something which kickstarted a summer of scandal that would leave the Fifa president dangling by a thread.

#fifa #omar

The New York Giants, who were without three of their top five cornerbacks at practice on Tuesday, will host former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold for a free-agent visit on Wednesday, a source confirmed.
Arnold, a 2024 first-round pick by the Detroit Lions, was released on June 29. Arnold, 23, isfacing eight felony charges stemming from allegations he orchestrated the abduction and beating of three men. The Lions released him after he was charged.
The **** ociated Press summarized the reason for the charges against Arnold this way:
In June, prosecutors in Florida said Arnold arranged for the men to be pistol-whipped after he wrongly suspected them of stealing $100,000 in cash and luxury goods from him. Police called him the "primary conspirator" in the February attack, and a judge set his bail at $1 million.
The legal troubles have not prevented NFL teams from looking into signing Arnold. He has already visited with the New Orleans Saints, Seattle Seahawks, and Houston Texans.

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Somalian referee Omar Artan, who was denied the chance to referee at the World Cup after being refused entry to the United States, will take charge of the UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Before the World Cup started in June, the 34-year-old referee unwittingly found himself in the media spotlight after being turned away on arrival at Miami International Airport, despite being part of the panel of referees selected by FIFA for the tournament.
"It was a very tough period," Artan said in an interview published on the UEFA website.
"A lot of people have sympathy for me, because when someone has been working a lot of years and is supposed to do something, and then can't do it, it's very challenging."
A US State Department official told AFP that the referee was "associated with suspected members of terrorist organizations", therefore "making the traveler ineligible for admission to the United States".

#artan

LAS VEGAS – Juliana Miller met the media Saturday after her win over Ravena Oliveira at UFC Fight Night 284.
Miller (5-4 MMA, 3-3 UFC) got the first finish of the card when she submitted Oliveira (7-5-1 MMA, 0-4 UFC) in the second round on the prelims at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas. She also gave an impassioned callout for help in her new home area of Spokane, Wash., which is experiencing devastating wildfires started by a suspected arsonist.
Miller has been training with the team at SikJitsu in Spokane, which has produced the likes of Michael Chiesa, an "Ultimate Fighter" winner like Miller, and Julianna Peña, who also won "TUF" and became a UFC champion. But she said making sure everyone who's helped her to this point needs to be shouted out.
"I came from 10th Planet San Diego and they've worked with me on every ounce of my game. I will always appreciate my roots, San Diego, my home, and my new home, Spokane, Wash.," Miller said at her post-fight news conference. "Training with SikJitsu has been a life changer for me. I've learned so much, from my striking and even to my submission game."
Miller's submission of Oliveira, a rear-naked choke, was significant for lots of reasons. But chief among them, she had a choke lined up earlier this year in Houston, but couldn't finish. Carli Judice went on to take a unanimous decision.

#oliveira

The Seattle Seahawks and general manager John Schneider have a history of treading cautiously with players who have troubled pasts, but sometimes the the possibility of adding a promising young talent is too good not to explore.
NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported on Sunday that the Seahawks hosted former Detroit Lions first-round pick Terrion Arnold for a visit on Sunday. Arnold, who was drafted 24th overall in 2024, was released by the Lions on June 29 after he was arrested on eight total felony counts ranging from kidnapping to armed robbery. Here's a summary from the last time Arnold's name was linked to the Seahawks:
Authorities accused Arnold of orchestrating the abduction and beating of three men whom prosecutors believe were wrongly suspected of stealing luxury goods and $100,000 in cash from Arnold's AirBnB rental in Florida. Prosecutors further claim that although Arnold was not present at the time of the abduction and beating, he directed his ****** ociates to hold, beat, and pistol-whip the victims.
Arnold posted bond and is eligible to sign with any team. He previously visited the Houston Texans in early July.
The visit comes during third-round pick Julian Neal's ongoing absence as he navigates through a leg injury. Although head coach Mike Macdonald said Neal is not expected to be sidelined long-term, the team's interest in another cornerback indicates Neal's status is definitely something to monitor in the coming days.

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KYIV, Aug 6 (Reuters) - Olha Stefanishyna, dismissed as Ukraine's ambassador to the ‌U.S. earlier this week, is suspected ‌of illegal enrichment and failing to declare ****** ets, authorities said on Thursday, the latest high-ranking official targeted in an anti-graft probe.
Prosecutors said Stefanishyna, who served as a deputy prime ‌minister before being ⁠appointed ambassador, concealed two apartments and other ****** ets worth about $310,000 in ⁠total that could not have been acquired on her official salary alone.
Authorities did not identify Stefanishyna by name, in line with ‌Ukrainian law, but referred to the position she held when the alleged offences took place, from early 2024 to mid-2025.
In a Facebook post on Tuesday, she denied ‌wrongdoing and said she has never had anything to hide.
Her dismissal comes amid a recent shake-up ‌of senior officials, including the prime minister and defence minister, that has unsettled Ukraine's political establishment.

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