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Teen actor Hudson Meek, who appeared in ‘Baby Driver,’ dies after falling from moving vehicleRemember what you searched for in 2024? Google does. Google released its annual “Year in Search” on Tuesday, rounding up the top trending queries entered into its namesake search engine in 2024. The results show terms that saw the highest spike in traffic compared to last year — ranging from key news events, notably global elections, to the most popular songs, athletes and unforgettable pop-culture moments that people looked up worldwide. Sports — particularly soccer and cricket — dominated Google's overall trending searches in 2024. Copa América topped those search trends globally, followed by the UEFA European Championship and ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Meanwhile, the U.S. election led news-specific searches worldwide. Queries about excessive heat and this year's Olympic Games followed. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump topped searches in Google's people category this year — followed by Catherine, Princess of Wales, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who also led athlete-specific searches. Meanwhile, the late Liam Payne, Toby Keith and O.J. Simpson led search trends among notable individuals who died in 2024. In the world of entertainment, Disney and Pixar's “Inside Out 2” was the top trending movie of the year, while Netflix's “Baby Reindeer” led TV show trends. And Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” dominated song trends. That's just the tip of the iceberg. Queries for the Olympic village's chocolate muffin, made famous by Norwegian swimmer Henrik Christiansen over the summer games, led Google's global recipe trends this year. The New York Times' “Connections” puzzle topped game searches. And in the U.S., country-specific data shows, many people asked Google about online trends like the word “demure” and “ mob wife aesthetic.” You can find more country-specific lists, and trends from years past, through Google’s “Year in Search” data published online. The California company said it collected 2024 search results from Jan. 1 through Nov. 23 of this year. Google isn't the only one to publish an annual recap or top trends as 2024 draws to a close. Spotify Wrapped, for example, as well as Collins Dictionary and Merriam-Webster’s words of the year, have offered additional reflections for 2024.The man who ended Nadal's career helps the Netherlands beat Germany to reach the Davis Cup finalTopline A federal judge blocked a $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons on Tuesday, ruling against the merger over concerns it would lessen competition in the supermarket sector. Key Facts Tangent Kroger shares closed up more than 5% at $60.73 Tuesday while Albertsons stock closed down more than 2% at $18.51, its lowest point since last month. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Irish women open up on their horrific experiences of being spiked in barsThe French striker, who joined the Foxes on deadline day this summer, has struggled to make an impact at the King Power Stadium. With limited appearances and no significant contributions to his name, the club is now considering cutting his stint short. According to , Leicester’s decision to part ways with Edouard stems from both his underwhelming performances and the need to free up a domestic loan slot. Premier League rules restrict clubs to having only two players on loan from other top-flight teams simultaneously, and Leicester are keen to utilize these slots more effectively. Edouard’s statistics this season reflect his struggles—just two starts in eight appearances across all competitions and no goals or assists to his name. He has recently found himself excluded from matchday squads altogether, further highlighting his marginal role within the team. Ruud van Nistelrooy wants to offload Odsonne Edouard Since taking over in November, van Nistelrooy has been clear about his intent to optimise Leicester’s squad amid their relegation battle. The Dutchman has pointed to fierce competition in the striker department, with club legend Jamie Vardy and Zambia international Patson Daka ahead of Edouard in the pecking order. He recently said (as quoted by ): “It’s clear we have three number nines, with Jamie (Vardy), with Patson and with Edou. Every game there are decisions to be made on the nines you bring in your squad. “I’m going to look at how many players in each position I need, and so far it’s been Jamie and Patson who have been chosen. But he’s fit and he’s training and it can change every week. “That’s a fair enough point (over Edouard taking up a loan spot). It’s clear players need to have a perspective. At the moment, with Odsonne’s situation, we have to address that closely. It’s something that’s on the table for us to look at.” The potential termination of Edouard’s loan could pave the way for new reinforcements in the January window, as Leicester look to bolster their attacking options. The Foxes’ precarious position in the Premier League table has made the winter transfer period critical to their survival hopes. Leicester will need to work with Crystal Palace to finalize the early termination of the loan agreement, but the move aligns with van Nistelrooy’s vision of building a more competitive squad. While Edouard’s stint at Leicester appears to be coming to an end, his departure could mark the beginning of a pivotal phase in the Foxes’ season. With a renewed focus on squad optimization and fresh signings on the horizon, van Nistelrooy will be hoping to guide the club out of their current struggles and toward a stronger finish to the campaign. For Edouard, the early end to his loan spell presents an opportunity to reset and perhaps reignite his form back at Crystal Palace or elsewhere.
In a world often painted in muted tones, Ashley Longshore enters like a firework display at a black-tie gala. She is one of the most audacious and unapologetic voices of pop art, a creator whose canvases sparkle as much as her electric personality. To meet her is to experience a whirlwind of charm, wit, and unfiltered bold brilliance — a true Queen of modern art with a rebel's streak. Newsweek spoke with the artist as she was about to display at Aqua Art Fair during Art Basel in Miami. "Well, first of all, just let me start by telling you, this is my first art fair. And I've been out there hustling for 30 years. As you know, they do not consider me a commercial artist, and I have not been allowed to participate in art fairs because they don't consider me a commercial artist," she revealed. The artist continued, "I'm like, I have three stories in a building in Soho. My rent's $50,000 a month. What do you mean I'm not a commercial artist? I've worked with, you know, Bergdorf Goodman, Gucci, Diane Von Furstenberg, Shisedo, I've done a global thing with f**king Maybelline. I'm not a commercial artist? No, the bottom line of this is I don't give up 50% to a f**king gallerist and I'm their worst nightmare. So, this whole thing is about financial independence. It's about art. It's about giving the middle finger to the f**king patriarchy. It's about capitalism. It's about the most American thing we could possibly do. And that's for somebody to tell us no - and to go out there and start our own f**king company. I am coming in so hot as a full blown, hot-blooded capitalism loving American f**king woman." Longshore's work, often likened to Warhol for its pop culture reverence, transcends mere homage. Her signature style juxtaposes iconic imagery — Audrey Hepburn swathed in graffiti, Ruth Bader Ginsburg crowned in florals — with biting wit and an unabashed love for maximalism. Yet, her work is not merely decorative; it is confrontational, feminist, and celebratory. It's art that dares to look you in the eye and wink. When asked to describe her work, Longshore said, "Bold, unapologetic, colorful, in your face, honest, provocative, hilarious." She continued about her work, sating, "You know, the thing that I love that I think the art world really doesn't appreciate, the fine art world, is - I'm of humor. And I can be in one part of my gallery and people come in and they're reading the text on some of my paintings, and, they're belly laughing. Some of these things that people really, really relate to. You know, they come in and they go, 'Oh my God, I was having a bad day and now I just feel great.' And I'm like, 'Well, honey, you can come into this world whenever you want.' The door is open for you, you know?" Born in Montgomery, Alabama, Longshore did not emerge from the rarified halls of art academia. Instead, her journey is one of grit, determination, and a brash spirit that would make even Cher blush. She marketed her art directly to collectors and embraced social media, turning her business into a multimillion-dollar empire. Longshore's ascension has been nothing short of meteoric. Her collectors include Blake Lively, Salma Hayek, and Penélope Cruz amongst many other A-list types. Nothing is stopping Longshore, who gave Newsweek a preview of some things to come from her. "There's some really, really big things happening. I'm doing a very exciting project with Shania Twain in Vegas. And I'm going to be opening a news space in New York that I'm very excited about. I'll be leaving my current space the end of March and I'm opening something really, really, really exciting." she revealed Yet, there is depth beneath the glitter. Longshore's commentary on consumerism, gender roles, and fame is as sharp as her rhinestone-studded nails. She is unafraid to poke fun at the very culture that celebrates her. "No, the world is terrifying, and I want to create an environment that brings me joy and happiness. I love color. I love outrageousness. I love to have a good time. I love dancing on tables. I love big dinner parties where I pick up the taps with my friends. I want to laugh. I want to dance. I want to laugh so hard that I pee in my pants. What people get when they walk into my world is me. They're buying my spirit a hundred percent," she stated. Longshore is not just an artist; she is a bold expression of creative energy. She doesn't speak, she roars, proving that art, like life, is best when it's experienced on full blast.Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling compares Matt Le Tissier to barmy conspiracy theorist David IckeThe Qatar University Young Scientists Centre (QUYSC) celebrated the closing ceremony of its scientific programmes for the Fall 2024 semester. The programmes were 'I am Discovering Materials,' 'Technology in Sports' and 'STEM in Sports.' A total of 150 students from six high schools participated in the seventh edition of the 'I am Discovering Materials' programme, from Nasser bin Abdullah Al-Attiyah School, Semsima High School, and Ahmed bin Hanbal School, in addition to three girls’ schools: Umm Hakeem High School, Zubaydah High School and Al-Kawthar High School for Girls. Simaisma Secondary School for Boys won first place, Al-Kawthar Secondary School for Girls secured second place, and Ahmed Bin Hanbal Secondary School for Boys came in third. The eleventh edition of the 'Technology in Sports' programme attracted 140 high school students. This cycle encouraged the participants to innovate scientific projects based on the use of technology and smart sensors to serve the sports field. The participating schools were Ahmed Bin Mohammed Al-Thani Secondary School for Boys, Amr Bin Al Aas Secondary School for Boys, Al-Jamiliya Secondary School for Boys, Doha Secondary School for Boys, Al-Maha Academy for Girls, and Umm Ayman Secondary School for Girls. Ahmed bin Mohamed Secondary School for Boys won first place, Umm Ayman Secondary School for Girls secured second place, and Al-Jamiliya Secondary School for Boys came in third. In its third edition, the 'STEM in Sports' programme evaluated five finalist groups from about 120 high school students from Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Mana Secondary School for Boys, Ibn Taymiyyah Secondary School for Boys, Dukhan Secondary School for Boys, Tariq bin Ziyad Secondary School for Boys, and Omar bin Al Khattab Secondary School for Boys. Ibn Taymiyyah Secondary School for Boys took the first place, Tariq bin Ziyad Secondary School for Boys was second, and Dukhan Secondary School for Boys third. Dr Saeed al-Meer, director of QUYSC, said: “One of the most important goals of the centre is to prepare students to be able to apply the acquired skills and knowledge in the scientific field in order to serve the nation and enhance its sustainable development." Related Story QU Health sector convenes int’l advisory board meeting Qatar Foundation secures 11 awards at MEPRA 2024