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Africa Cup of Nations | Sadio Mane’s finest victory: The ball wizard who chose peace | Football News

Africa Cup of Nations | Sadio Mane’s finest victory: The ball wizard who chose peace | Football News

The ever-smiling Senegalese forward Sadio Mane has won everything club and continental football could offer a footballer,; he has built a school and hospital in his remote village of Bambali; he used to discreetly clean toilets of the mosque he used to visit in Toxteth during his time in England with Liverpool; he has netted spectacular goals, pouncing like a phantom blur on the left and selflessly orchestrated several others. Yet, his legacy would be that he was the symbol of peace and calm on one of football’s wildest nights. When his teammates revolted and walked off after a controversial penalty was awarded to Morocco in stoppage time of the African Cup of Nations final at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, moments after a goal was denied; when the home fans, multitudes in reds, threatened to leap out of the seats and assault the Senegalese fans players in protest; when pure pandemonium broke out, he remained a beacon of peace. Unswayed by the angst of his shivering teammates, he jostled to the stands …

Black hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is going up for auction

Black hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is going up for auction

Just in time for the theatrical release of “Wicked: For Good,” fans will get a chance to own memorabilia from the 1939 original film, “The Wizard of Oz,” and one item is especially witchy. Black hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is going up for auction Heritage Auctions is putting an iconic black hat that Margaret Hamilton wore as the Wicked Witch of the West up for sale. The wool hat is quite large, measuring nearly 14-inches high with a 19.5-inch diameter brim. It also has a 22-inch elastic chin strap worn by Hamilton during flying scenes to keep it secure. Designed by costume designer Adrian Adolph Greenburg, who went by Gilbert Adrian professionally, the hat was put to use after filming began because the one originally chosen didn’t appear scary enough. “When Dorothy Gale becomes Dorothy of Oz, it’s when she puts on the ruby slippers,” said Joe Maddalena, EVP of Heritage Auctions. “When the Wicked Witch becomes the Wicked Witch, she puts on the hat. …

Wing Wizard Harry Maguire Makes Case For Manchester United Defence In Europa League Final

Wing Wizard Harry Maguire Makes Case For Manchester United Defence In Europa League Final

Surprise wing wizard Harry Maguire says he hopes he can stay in his defensive comfort zone for Manchester United in the Europa League final against Tottenham on Wednesday despite his attacking cameos earlier in the competition. Ruben Amorim’s men have the chance to end a disastrous season on a high in Bilbao against their Premier League rivals, who are also enduring a terrible campaign. Central defender Maguire scored the winning goal in a remarkable comeback against Lyon in the quarter-finals of the Europa League, with United winning 7-6 on aggregate. Then he dazzled on the wing to help set up the first goal in the first leg of the semi-final against Bilbao — a tie that ended 7-1 after the two legs. The former United captain was asked on Tuesday whether his forward forays were part of a new tactical masterplan by Amorim. “The manager has me dribbling every day in training,” he joked. “No, listen, I found myself on the wing against Bilbao and managed to put a good cross in. “Cas …

Brain teaser: You’ll be titled a maths wizard if you crack this mind-bending number puzzle | Trending

Brain teaser: You’ll be titled a maths wizard if you crack this mind-bending number puzzle | Trending

For many of us, mathematics was a subject we struggled with during our school days. However, when it comes to brain teasers with a mathematical twist, we often find them surprisingly engaging. These clever puzzles don’t just test your arithmetic skills—they challenge your pattern recognition, logical thinking, and creativity. A brain teaser on X baffled users.(X/@jitendra789789) (Also read: This mind-bending brain teaser has stumped the internet. Only true maths geniuses can solve it) Recently, one such brain teaser has captured the internet’s attention, leaving users scratching their heads. The puzzle Shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user @jitendra789789, the brain teaser presents a sequence of mathematical equations that don’t quite add up—at least not in the conventional way. The post reads: “3+4 = 25, 4+5 = 41, 5+7 = 74, 8+1 = ?” Check out the puzzle here: The challenge, of course, is to figure out the hidden logic or pattern that turns seemingly simple additions into unexpected results. It’s not standard maths—there’s a twist, and decoding it is half the fun. This isn’t the …

‘Looks Like An Everest To Climb’: Jude Law Opens Up About Playing Vladimir Putin in The Wizard of the Kremlin

‘Looks Like An Everest To Climb’: Jude Law Opens Up About Playing Vladimir Putin in The Wizard of the Kremlin

Jude Law will be taking on the role of Russia’s president in a film he will soon be a part of titled The Wizard of the Kremlin. The 52-year-old actor recently shared his thoughts on Putin’s role. In an interview with Deadline, The Holiday actor admitted to the fact that preparing for this role was pretty daunting. Law has already done some preliminary work but confessed to feeling rather intimidated by this role, even claiming it to be a kind of mountain climb. The Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore actor told Deadline, “I haven’t really started work on it yet. I mean, I have, but at the moment it looks like an Everest to climb, so I’m in the foothills looking up thinking, ’Oh Christ, what have I said?’” He mentioned being overwhelmed every time he decided on complex roles, and that’s his challenge to get over them. Law added, “That’s often how I feel whilst I say yes. I was going, ’Oh God, how am I going to do this?’ But anyway, that’s for …

Expected guilty plea for man in ‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers case postponed due to hospitalization

Expected guilty plea for man in ‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers case postponed due to hospitalization

Jan 09, 2025 12:46 AM IST Expected guilty plea for man in ‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers case postponed due to hospitalization MINNEOLIS — A hearing where a Minnesota man was expected to plead guilty to hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in “The Wizard of Oz” was postponed indefinitely Wednesday after his attorney told the court that the man is hospitalized. Expected guilty plea for man in ‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers case postponed due to hospitalization U.S. District Judge Patrick Schiltz granted the continuance at the request of the attorney for Jerry Hal Saliterman, 77, of Crystal, who was planning to change his plea to guilty at a hearing that was scheduled for this coming Friday. Defense lawyer John Brink said Saliterman was hospitalized Jan. 3 “for inability to walk and sepsis,” an infection that can be life-threatening. He wrote that Saliterman remained hospitalized Wednesday and that doctors do not know when he will be available. Federal prosecutors did not object. Saliterman attended his arraignment Monday via video …

Daniel Radcliffe’s Whopping Nine-Figure Net Worth Proves Him To Be A Real-Life Wizard; REPORT

Daniel Radcliffe’s Whopping Nine-Figure Net Worth Proves Him To Be A Real-Life Wizard; REPORT

Daniel Radcliffe has made a huge fortune for himself, not only through his on-screen performances but also through the intelligent investments.  Per reports, after completing his time in the wizarding series, the actor amassed £100 million through his businesses. The actor uses his business simply to channel his on-screen earnings, per a report by The Daily Mail.  According to the latest account that was filed in March 2024, the wealth of Daniel Radcliffe totals £96.3 million. This particular figure consists of investments and cash in his company that helped him generate income from many lucrative investments.  For those who do not know, the company in question is run by the English actor’s parents, Marcia and Alan Radcliffe.  According to the outlet, the parents have been taking care of Daniel Radcliffe’s firm since he got his first cheque of £800,000 for the first entry of Harry Potter back in 2021. As reported by The Sun, an insider had stated, “Even devoted fans of Daniel, of which there are many, will be shocked by the fortunes he’s …

Only a maths wizard can solve this tricky puzzle that has everyone scratching their heads | Trending

Only a maths wizard can solve this tricky puzzle that has everyone scratching their heads | Trending

Brain teasers have long been a favourite pastime for puzzle enthusiasts, not only entertaining but also offering a mental workout. These riddles often challenge conventional thinking and encourage creative problem-solving. If you’re a fan of these perplexing puzzles, we have a new treat for you! A maths brain teaser went viral on X, leaving users puzzled.(X/@brainyquiz_) (Also read: Only those with keen logic can solve this tricky maths puzzle that’s baffling everyone) The brain teaser that has the internet buzzing A new brain teaser, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by the user Brainy Quiz, has left many scratching their heads. The intriguing puzzle reads: “Simple Math test: 9 = 63, 8 = 48, 7 = 35, 6 = 24, 4 = ?” Check out the brain teaser here: The challenge lies in identifying the hidden logic behind these mathematical relationships. What could the missing number possibly be? While some users claim to have figured it out, many others remain baffled, flooding the post with comments and guesses. Another mind-boggling challenge This isn’t the first time …

Ravichandran Ashwin, India’s modern-day spin wizard, announces retirement from international cricket – India TV

Ravichandran Ashwin, India’s modern-day spin wizard, announces retirement from international cricket – India TV

Image Source : GETTY Ravichandran Ashwin Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket. India’s off-spinner played only a solitary Test in the ongoing Australia tour and finished with 537 wickets to his name. He played 107 Test matches for India picking a plethora of wickets at an average of 24 picking up a massive 37 five-wicket hauls and eight 10-wicket match hauls. His strike rate of 50.7 and economy of 2.83 are among the best for the bowler who bowled almost 13,000 deliveries in his Test career. The 38-year-old made an official announcement in the post-match press conference as the Test match between India and Australia at Gabba in Brisbane ended in a draw. The last match of Ashwin’s career turned out to be the pink-ball Test in Adelaide where he scored 29 runs across two innings and picked up one wicket. “This will be my last day as an Indian cricketer in all formats at the international level. I do feel there’s a bit of punch left in me as a …

Ariana Grande Gets Emotional While Holding THIS Significant 1939’s Wizard Of Oz Prop; Find Out

Ariana Grande Gets Emotional While Holding THIS Significant 1939’s Wizard Of Oz Prop; Find Out

Ariana Grande truly must have had a great time during her visit to the Drew Barrymore show because she got to hold Glinda’s wand from the 1939 The Wizard of Oz. After seeing this surprise, she got emotional, which truly shows how attached she is to the classic film and her character Galinda. In the preview of Barrymore‘s interview with Grande, the Wedding Singer star says that she had something special and exciting. She explained that it was owned by the Smithsonian, and now it was owned privately by someone who had loaned the wand to them for their segment. Upon seeing the Wand and taking it in her hands, it didn’t take long for the songstress to get emotional. She expressed her gratitude and asked if she was serious. She then jokingly got up and walked off, saying, “Thank you, guys; it’s been fun. Bye!” The Charlie’s Angels’s stars expressed that Grande looked “perfect” with the wand. The 7 Rings vocalist asked how Barrymore pulled that off, adding, “Oh, my God, did you break in?” …