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Rio Ferdinand hits back at Jamie Carragher’s early criticism of Casemiro after recent form
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Rio Ferdinand hits back at Jamie Carragher’s early criticism of Casemiro after recent form

The Brazil international put United 2-0 up when his shot took a deflection into the net, having already set up Matheus Cunha’s opening goal. Speaking on his latest podcast, Ferdinand said: “He built a stellar career, a five-time Champions League-winning career, on the back of being the glue, the person that knitted the backline and midfield together and just plugged the gaps,” he said before adding, “He wasn’t asked to run all over the place or be the creator. He was the one who was mopping up and doing all the dirty work and marshalling an area. And recently, this is what we’ve seen; we’ve seen something like old Casemiro.” Carragher had told him: “Leave football before football leaves you.” In response to those comments, Ferdinand added: “Players lose confidence; players lose form. But I think that call was too early. I think it was highly disrespectful for someone that has achieved so much in their game.” What exactly did Jamie Carragher say about Casemiro? In May 2024, Carragher suggested Casemiro should step away from top-level football after a run of poor form at Manchester United. At the time, Casemiro was far from his best. This was before he had adapted his role to fit Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 system. Erik ten Hag was still in charge, and United were heading towards an FA Cup final. The comments came after a 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace when Carragher said on Sky Sports: “I think Casemiro should know tonight that he should only have another three games left at the top level. “The next two league games and the cup final, then he should be thinking, I need to go to the MLS or Saudi.” He continued: “This has to stop because we are watching one of the greats of the modern time. I always remember the saying ‘leave the football before the football leaves you’. The football has left him. At this top level, he needs to call it a day at this level and move.” “The level of that player, he should not be putting himself through this. He is too good of a player to be putting in a performance like that, being laughed at by Crystal Palace. He needs to call it a day.”

Dale O'Donnell,HITC
Mastercard (MA) Stock Price Prediction: 2025, 2026, 2030
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Mastercard (MA) Stock Price Prediction: 2025, 2026, 2030

Analysts are saying that Mastercard could rise by 2030. Bullish on MA? Invest in Mastercard on SoFi with no commissions. If it’s your first time signing up for SoFi, you’ll receive up to $1,000 in stock when you first fund your account. Plus, get a 1% bonus if you transfer your investments and keep them there until December 31, 2025. Mastercard Inc. (NYSE: MA) is the second-largest credit card issuer by market cap behind Visa Inc. (NYSE: V). The company boasts high net profit margins and rising revenue, but it’s highly dependent on cyclical consumer spending, and the stock’s high valuation requires its growth narrative to remain intact. In this article, we’ll look at MA’s latest share price, Wall Street sentiment, multiyear price forecasts, and the key factors that are playing a critical role in the company’s path going forward. Current Stock Overview Market Cap: $514.44 billion Trailing P/E Ratio: 38.93 Forward P/E Ratio: 30.67 1-Year Return: 12% 2025 YTD: 8% Mastercard currently trades at $569 per share, thanks to an 8% year-to-date rally. Shares are well above their 52-week low of about $480 set back in April and not too far below their 52-week high of $599 set back in August. Consumer spending is still up, which has translated into solid revenue growth for one of the world’s leading credit card issuers. Mastercard makes money from every transaction that’s processed with one of its cards, and in Q2, the company reported 17% year-over-year revenue growth and a 13% rise in net income. Those gains do come amid a cost-of-living crunch for U.S. consumers, which could pressure their future spending, and Mastercard’s revenue growth may then decelerate. MA has a higher P/E ratio than Visa, which suggests its stock will fall harder if that happens. Another big challenge is decentralized finance, which can reduce merchant fees as consumers move from credit card transactions to digital wallets and stablecoins. The shift is expected to increase in coming years, but Mastercard is partnering with crypto natives and other fintechs to avoid getting left behind. MA has a consensus Overweight weighting and price target of $625.73 from 33 analysts. The high is $735 from Citigroup on October 22, 2025, and the low is $509 from BofA Securities on September 17, 2024. The three most-recent price targets from Citigroup, Wells Fargo and Keybanc average $689.67, implying a 21% upside. Quick Snapshot Table of Predictions & Methodology for Forecasting Bull & Bear Case Mastercard is one of the leading credit card issuers and boasts high margins, but a high valuation and macro challenges are concerns. Mastercard is one of the most established credit card issuers, resulting in growing revenue and profitsThe company has high net profit marginsRising consumer spending is good news for long-term prospects Any decreases or slowdowns in consumer spending can hurt Mastercard’s revenue growth and profitsMastercard shares have a higher valuation than Visa, which could make them more susceptible to a fall during an economic downturnDecentralized finance can minimize Mastercard’s market share in the finance industry Stock Price Prediction for 2025 CoinCodex has a wide range that suggests the stock will moderately decrease in 2025. However, the maximum price target suggests some upside may still be possible. A slowdown in consumer spending may be enough to pressure Mastercard shares. Stock Price Prediction for 2026 CoinCodex projects Mastercard losing value in 2026, and even the highest price target isn’t optimistic. This forecast may come true if decentralized finance becomes more widely adopted and Mastercard falls behind in that race. Stock Price Prediction for 2030 CoinCodex projects Mastercard rallying from now until 2030, with the lowest price target showing optimism as well. Strong consumer spending will be required, but at this point, the company could be a leader in decentralized finance to make these forecasts come true. Investment Considerations Mastercard has excellent profit margins and continues to deliver double-digit revenue growth rates. Any drops in consumer spending may cause short-term dips, but the big threat, as well as an opportunity, is decentralized finance. The company could catch up to Visa if it finds a place in this new financial world, but if Mastercard falls far behind or high credit card transaction fees become obsolete, it may face considerable challenges. Frequently Asked Questions

Marc Guberti
‘We’re not Fox News’: CNN anchor admits network has left-leaning bias
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‘We’re not Fox News’: CNN anchor admits network has left-leaning bias

CNN host Abby Phillip admitted on “The Breakfast Club” Tuesday that her network leans left, placing its political bent somewhere between Fox News and MSNBC. While 58% of Democrats trust CNN, the same percentage of Republicans distrust the network, according to a March 2025 Pew Research Center survey. After co-host Loren LoRosa suggested on the popular radio show that there is a perception that CNN is left-leaning, fellow co-host Charlamagne Tha God said it is not just perception but a fact, prompting Phillip to make the admission. “I would say it’s fair to say that CNN — we’re not Fox News, but we’re also not MSNBC,” Phillip said. “We’re probably center-left. And I think that has a lot to do with our audience.” However, Phillip then pivoted to defend her network for regularly hosting Republicans. “When you actually watch CNN, we have Republicans on every hour of the day, every single one. I’m pretty sure — maybe with very few exceptions — but virtually every hour of the day,” she said. “So they’re not always on in the context that we put them on, but we as a network have a diversity of viewpoints on the air more so than our competitors.” “And so, I mean, ‘liberal media’ is a criticism that I think we hear a lot, but there’s also way more liberal media and way more conservative media,” she continued. “And so, I don’t know. I don’t put that much stock in it. I think it’s a little bit a reflection of the cable news audience, but I also think that there are extremes on both sides. And we’re not in the extremes.” Moreover, Republican trust in the media plunged to 8%, the first time it has dropped into single digits, according to a Gallup survey published on Oct. 2. Democratic trust has also declined, though only down to 51%. Content created by The Daily Caller News Foundation is available without charge to any eligible news publisher that can provide a large audience. For licensing opportunities of our original content, please contact [email protected].

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I’m a Celeb 2025 cast: every star rumoured for series 25 of ITV show - updating
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I’m a Celeb 2025 cast: every star rumoured for series 25 of ITV show - updating

The clocks have gone back and the Christmas sandwiches have started to appear in supermarkets. It can mean only one thing… I’m a Celebrity is just around the corner. ITV’s iconic reality show will be back for an incredible 25th series very soon. The exact date has yet to be confirmed, but it has started in November every year since 2004. Sign up for our daily national newsletter - in your inbox Mon-Fri Despite the show still being a few weeks away from returning, the rumour mill is in overdrive. The Metro has reported a number of names said to be ‘in talks’ for the 2025 series. It includes a boxing legend, a British rap star, and a popular YouTube sensation. But which other names are in the frame? See when I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here could start in 2025 - based on previous years. The clues all point to a potential November date, but which one? Related topics: BoostTVI'm A CelebrityITVITVX

Matthew Mohan,Matthew Mohan-Hickson
Old Course at St Andrews set to undergo changes ahead of 2027 Open
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Old Course at St Andrews set to undergo changes ahead of 2027 Open

Following The 150th Open in 2022, the course was reviewed and the proposed changes have been carefully planned with the agreement of St Andrews Links Trust, which manages the Old Course, and The R&A, which is responsible for The Open. The design work will be carried out by leading international golf course architects and links golf specialists, Mackenzie & Ebert. Six holes will be lengthened – the 5th, 6th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 16th – while one will be shortened slightly – the 12th. The overall championship yardage of the course will increase by 132 yards to 7,445 yards. New championship tees will be created on the 5th, adding 35 yards, the 6th, adding 17 yards, the 7th, adding 22 yards, and the 10th, adding 29 yards. Tee enlargements will see increases in length at the 11th (21 yards) and the 16th (10 yards). Mark Darbon, chief executive of The R&A, said, “Our approach is grounded in deep respect for the course’s unparalleled history. We believe this work is important in ensuring the Old Course continues to evolve and challenge the world’s best golfers in the years to come while enhancing the experience of local and visiting golfers.” Neil Coulson, chief executive of St Andrews Links Trust, said, “Every generation has played a part in shaping the Old Course, and this latest programme continues that long tradition. The work will restore features that have changed subtly over time and refine others to preserve the course’s unique character.” The upcoming changes to the Old Course continue an evolution of the links over the centuries. There have been several periods in its history where substantial changes have been carried out including, for example, the adding of over 60 new bunkers between 1899 and 1905, and nearly 350 yards of length being added across The Opens in 2000 and 2005. One of the most significant areas of new work will be on the 16th hole where an historic playing route will be restored to the left of the Principal’s Nose and Deacon Sime bunkers along with the addition of two bunkers to add risk on the left hand side of the extended fairway. On the 17th, the Road Hole Bunker will be sympathetically restored to reduce the effect of sand splash build-up over time. Separate upgrades to the course’s ageing irrigation system are also being carried out during this period, providing a more efficient tool for turf management. Both projects will take place simultaneously, minimising disruption. Meanwhile, the PGA Champions Tour will be adding a new event in the Algarve in 2026, next year’s schedule has confirmed. Two new tournaments highlight the 28-event roster that features a record-setting purse total. The Portugal Invitational in Algarve (July 27-August 2), and the Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic in Allentown, Pennsylvania, are the new additions to the schedule. The total prize money for the season is $69 million (€59m), a slight increase from this year. "We are thrilled to be adding new events in Portugal and Pennsylvania to an existing schedule highlighted by tremendous title sponsors in many markets which have become staples of Champions Tour golf," PGA Tour Champions president Miller Brady said. "The incredible play we've seen from some of the game's legends this season is sure to continue in 2026, and we are looking forward to building on that continued momentum for our partners and fans." The Champions Tour will visit four countries - Morocco, Scotland, Portugal and Canada - and 18 different US states.

Irishexaminer.com,Sean Greene
The trusting pensioner swindled by fraudulent Brierley Hill care home bosses who altered her will
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The trusting pensioner swindled by fraudulent Brierley Hill care home bosses who altered her will

Instead of treating Rita Barnsley with dignity, those running the Amberley Care Home in Brierley Hill saw her as a way to make money. Former manager Jamiel Slaney-Summers and Lyn and Graham Walker, who owned the home, were found guilty of defrauding Rita by abusing their position. The three tried to get the lion's share of Rita's estate by crudely drawing up a will, raising alarm bells with Rita's cousin Verna Woodley who alerted Dudley Council and the Care Quality Commission. Slaney-Summers, 65, had already plundered Rita's bank account before her death in August 2021 to fund games of online bingo. Dudley Council's trading standards department investigated the financial abuse, collecting enough evidence for prosecutor Mark Jackson to secure guilty verdicts at Wolverhampton Crown Court last week. The trading standards team described the case as one of the biggest recorded convictions for elder fraud in the country. Councillor Phil Atkins, Dudley Council cabinet member responsible for trading standards, said: “I welcome the decision of the jury, which brings to an end a long and painstaking investigation by our superb trading standards team to bring these three people to justice. “Their intentions were clear – to fleece this poor, vulnerable woman of all the money she had worked her whole life to earn. “It was an horrific abuse of trust by three people who she was relying on to look after her best interests. "Instead they financially abused her and would have taken everything she had but for the dogged determination of her cousin and our trading standards team. “This case is a warning that as a council we will not tolerate elder abuse.” Fiercely independent Rita moved into the Stourbridge Road care home after becoming unwell in May 2020. She told Verna she only wanted to be there a matter of weeks. However, Slaney-Summers and the Walkers ensured she became isolated and reliant on staff. At the time, Graham Walker, 74 and Lyn Walker, 71, of Ribbesford Close, Cradley, owned the care home. Slaney-Summers, 65, of Raven Hays Road, Birmingham, was the registered manager. A "new" will written in different colours and two sets of handwriting was created which made Lyn Walker and Slaney-Summers executors and benefactors. When it became obvious their fraudulent will was being investigated they fell out and began blaming each other. The Walkers went on a cruise and claimed they could not receive phone calls and Slaney-Summers left her job after clearing Rita's room of financial documents. During the trial the defendants' tall tales were seen through by the jury. Graham Walker claimed he could not use the home's computer after investigators found searches about fraudulent wills but he did admit scrolling through the internet looking at classic cars and Slaney-Summers insisted she did not pen the new will as "she could not write at the time because of a health condition". The court case almost fell through after Slaney-Summers repeatedly missed days through ill health. However, Judge John Butterfield ensured a verdict was reached by issuing a bench warrant so the former manager was taken to Foston Hall Women's Prison after every hearing. The trio will be sentenced on December 5.

Adam Smith
‘Bogeyman’: Some Democrats reportedly freaking out over ‘extremist’ Mamdani likely becoming NYC mayor
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‘Bogeyman’: Some Democrats reportedly freaking out over ‘extremist’ Mamdani likely becoming NYC mayor

Some Democrats are reportedly anxious over the prospect of Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani winning the mayorship in New York City in one week. Several Democrats have grown increasingly worried about the idea of Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist, being elected, The Washington Post reported on Tuesday. The report comes just one week before New York City’s highly-anticipated Nov. 4 general election. “It’s one thing for Republicans to use absurd attacks calling Joe Biden and Nancy Pelosi socialists to scare voters,” Fernand Amandi, a longtime Democratic strategist based in Florida, told the Washington Post. “It’s another thing to use an actual socialist to scare voters about the Democrats being the party of socialists, and that’s the concern about Mamdani.” Mamdani’s campaign did not respond to the Daily Caller News Foundation’s request for comment. Democratic New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer told the Washington Post in an interview that Mamdani has “extremist views” that are not in line with the party as a whole, also saying he is worried that the GOP may highlight Mamdani as a “bogeyman” in attack advertisements ahead of the 2026 midterms. “If we’re focused on playing defense on Mamdani, that will be a … major distraction,” Gottheimer said. Moreover, Democratic New York Rep. Tom Suozzi has said that he is a “democratic capitalist, not a democratic socialist,” also criticizing socialism as a “failed economic system” that “hasn’t ever worked in the history of the world,” the Washington Post reported. “That’s just not something that we endorse or support,” Suozzi told the Washington Post in an interview where he also pledged to combat socialism. Democratic New York Rep. Laura Gillen similarly told the Washington Post in a statement that she is opposed to many of Mamdani’s socialist policies. Gillen has also publicly called for other Democrats in Congress to say “We are not socialists,” the Post reported. “Mamdani, much like President [Donald] Trump, has properly diagnosed the problems that people are confronting in their daily lives. They have economic insecurity. They’re worried about the cost of living,” Suozzi told the outlet. “He’s wrong about his proposed solutions.” Still, many Democrats have lauded Mamdani as a prospective future face of their party. A Suffolk University poll of likely New York City mayoral race voters released Monday showed Mamdani in the lead with 43.8% of support, 10 points ahead of former Democratic New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo — running as an independent — who polled at 33.6%. “So-called ‘Leader’ Hakeem Jeffries’ signed a deal with the socialist devil, and now every House Democrat is dragging an anvil of radical socialism into 2026,” National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) spokesman Mike Marinella said in a statement provided to the DCNF. “The NRCC will make sure voters know what the modern Democrat Party now stands for.” Viet Shelton, a spokesperson for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, told the Washington Post that the 2026 midterm elections will be decided by “who’s going to lower prices, fix the economy, and put working families first.” Mamdani has pledged to impose higher taxes on what he refers to as “richer and whiter” New York City neighborhoods. He has also vowed to introduce “free” buses in the city if he is elected mayor. Additionally, Mamdani has previously said he believes billionaires should not exist, despite New York City being the U.S. city with the highest number of billionaires. A Gallup survey released on Sept. 8 found that just 42% of Democrats have a favorable view of capitalism, while 66% said they have a positive view of socialism. Content created by The Daily Caller News Foundation is available without charge to any eligible news publisher that can provide a large audience. For licensing opportunities of our original content, please contact [email protected].

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“Think Before You Link: Weigh Up The Whats And Whys” – ADR Expert

“Think Before You Link: Weigh Up The Whats And Whys” – ADR Expert

Mary Bright Abelenma Coffie, a multifaceted professional with expertise in fashion design, youth counselling, and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), has advised the public to exercise caution when entering relationships by weighing up the fundamental aspects. In an exclusive interview with host Nana Asabea on Plan B FM's social and lifestyle programme, 'Nyansapɔ Fie', Auntie May, as she is affectionately known, elucidated that: "When entering a relationship, do not be swayed by superficial charms. Look beyond the surface and consider the person's true character. Ask yourself: What am I bringing to the table? What is the purpose of this relationship? What are the potential consequences of our union?" She further advised: "Reflect on why you need this relationship and whether your values align. When your values match, the relationship can weather any storm. Be prepared for the ups and downs, and prioritise compatibility over fleeting attractions. Consider the long-term implications and be ready to navigate challenges together." Her advice underscores the importance of substance over superficiality, self-reflection, and compatibility in relationships. By: Longman/Planbfmonline.com

Bernard Mensah
Ex-Wife of Angels Employee Testifies During Tyler Skaggs Trial that Players Partied with Pills on Team Plane
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Ex-Wife of Angels Employee Testifies During Tyler Skaggs Trial that Players Partied with Pills on Team Plane

The wife of a former L.A. Angels team employee testified Monday during the civil trial concerning the overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs that she saw players and other team employees passing around booze and pills on a team flight just before Skaggs was found dead. Former Angels employee Eric Kay’s ex-wife, Camela, told the court that she was a passenger on a team flight just before Skaggs died from an overdose and that she saw the pitcher and others on the flight partying, playing card games, gambling, and drinking, the New York Post reported. Eric Kay was convicted in 2022 of supplying the drugs that led to Skaggs’ 2019 death and was sentenced to 22 years in prison. His actions are also key in the ongoing wrongful death trial underway in Santa Ana, California, filed by Skaggs’ family. “They’re treated like kings,” Camela said of what she saw transpire on the team plane. “I had seen them passing out pills or drinking alcohol excessively.” The Skaggs family claims that the team is liable for the player’s death because they were well aware of all the constant partying going on. But the team counters that they certainly had no knowledge of the drug abuse and that whatever occurred between Skaggs and Kay was private and not on team time. Camela testified that her family became worried that Eric had a drug problem and had staged an intervention back in 2017. She also says that she saw team officials had removed several small baggies of pills from her husband’s bedroom. She added that she worried that Eric was selling the drugs to players, too. “Him being in the clubhouse with the players, my guess would be he is supplying to them,” she told the court. Camela also recounted how Eric was driven home by team employees after he was acting erratically in the offices in 2019, and that she discovered several different pills in his possession and made him go to the hospital, where he was diagnosed as having six different drugs in his system. Eric was hospitalized for three days at that point and then went to rehab. She says the team was fully aware of all this. She further claimed that Eric admitted to his sister that some of the drugs were meant to be purchased by Skaggs, and she worried that Eric would relapse right back into his behavior if he went back to work, worries she says she told team officials all about. Camela said that Skaggs’ death was the final straw, and she divorced Eric. Skaggs’ family is seeking $118 million in lost earnings over the 27-year-old’s 2019 death in a trial expected to take up to three weeks. The player’s death spurred the league to reach a deal with the players’ union to launch a regime of testing players for opioids and to create a treatment plan for those who test positive. Follow Warner Todd Huston on Facebook at: Facebook.com/Warner.Todd.Huston, Truth Social @WarnerToddHuston, or at X/Twitter @WTHuston

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