NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball switched a pair of series involving the Tampa Bay Rays to the first two months of the season in an attempt to avoid summer rain at open-air Steinbrenner Field, their temporary home following damage to Tropicana Field. Tampa Bay is scheduled to play 19 of its first 22 games at home and 37 of 54 through May 28, then play 64 of its last 108 games on the road. The Rays are home for eight games each in July and August. A series scheduled at the Los Angeles Angels from April 7-9 will instead be played at Tampa, Florida, from April 8-10, MLB said Monday. The second series between the teams will be played at Anaheim, California, from Aug. 4-6 instead of at St. Petersburg, Florida, from Aug. 5-7. Minnesota's first series against the Rays will be played at Steinbrenner Field from May 26-28 and the Twins' second will be at Target Field in Minneapolis from July 4-6. Tampa Bay heads into the All-Star break with a 10-game trip to Minnesota, Detroit and Boston, and has a 12-game trip to the Angels, Seattle, Oakland and San Francisco from Aug. 4-17. Tropicana Field, the Rays’ home since the team started play in 1998, was heavily damaged by Hurricane Milton on Oct. 9 , with most of its fabric roof shredded. The Rays cannot return to the Trop until 2026 at the earliest, if at all. Tampa's average monthly rainfall from 1991 to 2020 was 2.25 inches in April and 2.60 in May , according to the National Weather Service, then rose to 7.37 in June , 7.75 in July and 9.03 in August before falling to 6.09 in September . The Class A Tampa Tarpons, the usual team at Steinbrenner Field, had six home postponements, two cancellations and four suspended games this year from June 21 through their season finale on Sept. 8. The Rays are now scheduled to play their first six games at home against Colorado and Pittsburgh, go to Texas for a three-game series, then return for a 13-game homestand against the Angels, Atlanta, Boston and the New York Yankees. The Tarpons will play their home games on a back field. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/
TikTok is inching closer to a potential ban in the US. So what's next?General Mills Inc. stock underperforms Wednesday when compared to competitors– President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s spokesperson, George Charamba, has called on the Mozambican government to take decisive action against opposition leader Venancio Mondlane and his supporters for rejecting the results of the October 9 presidential elections. Charamba’s remarks come amid widespread unrest in Mozambique following the Constitutional Council’s December 23 announcement, which upheld the ruling FRELIMO party’s victory. The court declared FRELIMO candidate Daniel Chapo the winner with 65% of the vote, though this figure was lower than the 70% initially reported by the electoral commission in October. Opposition groups, led by Mondlane, who secured approximately 24% of the vote, have rejected the results, alleging widespread vote rigging. Protests erupted across Mozambique, with civil society group Plataforma Decide reporting at least 130 fatalities in clashes between demonstrators and police. Charamba took to social media platform X to express his stance, posting a fiery message urging Mozambique’s government to suppress dissent. “HE CAN’T BURN DOWN A WHOLE NATION IN THE NAME OF SOME MEASLY 24% SUPPORT, SURELY!!!!!!!! The Mozambican Govt must show its firm hand, now that the courts have spoken!!!!!!” wrote Charamba. The protests, which have been described as the largest against FRELIMO in Mozambique’s history, follow criticism from Western observers who have labelled the elections neither free nor fair. Allegations of electoral fraud against FRELIMO are not new, as the party has faced similar accusations since the country’s first multiparty elections in 1994. Adding to the controversy, the Constitutional Council’s ruling gave FRELIMO fewer parliamentary seats than initially announced, without providing a detailed explanation for the revisions. This has further fuelled opposition claims of irregularities. Mondlane’s camp has steadfastly rejected the results, maintaining that the elections were marred by malpractice. Meanwhile, calls for accountability and fair governance in Mozambique continue to grow as the country grapples with post-election unrest. Charamba’s comments highlight Zimbabwe’s close ties to the FRELIMO-led Mozambican government, but critics argue his statements reflect a disregard for democratic principles in the region. As protests rage on, the Mozambican government faces mounting pressure to address the crisis and ensure political stability. Meanwhile, South Africa is calling for “urgent dialogue” in Mozambique as violence escalates after a court confirmed the ruling FRELIMO party as the winner of the disputed October election. In a ruling on Tuesday, Mozambique’s Constitutional Council validated Daniel Chapo as the winner of the election with 65.17% of the vote. Ronald Lamola, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations, says South Africa is concerned by the “violence and the subsequent disruptive protest in reaction to the announcement”. SA has offered to facilitate dialogue.
or decades, the have been the heart of Texas sports, boasting a fanbase so passionate it borders on obsession. Known as the have a storied history, but their drought, stretching back to , has tested even the most devoted supporters. The question isn't whether still believe-they do-but how far they're willing to go to see their team hoist the again. That fan devotion was on full display outside recently, where transformed the parking lot into a vibrant sea of blue, white, and silver. Tailgaters grilled tacos, mariachi music filled the air, and flags with the draped over Mexican colors waved proudly. It's here, amid this colorful chaos, that one fan made a statement so wild it turned heads-and sparked controversy. In an interview with , a masked fan wearing a luchador mask and mariachi sombrero was asked . His answer? The shocking claim was delivered with an uncomfortable laugh, but , turning the moment into a viral sensation. The fan's remark comes in a season where are feeling the strain of yet another disappointing year. After quarterback and a string of humiliating losses, the team's have dimmed. A to the at home further added salt to the wound, highlighting the team's struggles both on and off the field. The Cowboys' unbreakable bond with hispanic fans The , , has stood firm despite the team's woes. This fandom is particularly prominent in Texas border towns like , and , where Cowboys merchandise and memorabilia are as common as tortillas. In Mexico, the team is often called with an estimated , according to the . The cultural connection between the is deeply rooted. often feels like a blend of , with tailgating scenes featuring mariachi music, menudo, and fans in mariachi outfits. It's a testament to the unique bond between the franchise and its multicultural fanbase. However, the masked fan's highlights a darker, more complex reality. With ongoing debates about in the United States, the fan's words struck a nerve, especially as prepares to enact stricter deportation measures. The juxtaposition of this fan's statement with the team's heavy reliance on its Hispanic supporters adds an ironic twist to an already moment. The may still be but moments like these remind us how deeply sports can intersect with cultural and political realities. For now, Cowboys fans-whether in Texas or Mexico-will have to keep their faith alive as they wait for their beloved team to . Whether that's worth deporting family over? Well, that's a debate for another day.Men of Gwent set to play Le Pub this weekendDecatur man with replica gun shot and killed after leading law enforcement on chase in stolen car
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