David Bauder, Ap Media Writer Updated 5:43 am CDT, Friday, June 21, 2019 In this Friday, June 14, 2019, photo, a framed newspaper clipping greet visitors entering the Stonewall Inn bar, headlining the 1969 riots that followed a police raid of a gay bar at the site, in New York. Some of the coverage of rioting outside the gay bar, like the New York Daily News story "Homo Nest Raided, Queen Bees are Stinging Mad," was a source fury that led Stonewall to become a synonym for the fight for gay rights. less In this Friday, June 14, 2019, photo, a framed newspaper clipping greet visitors entering the Stonewall Inn bar, headlining the 1969 riots that followed a police raid of a gay bar at the site, in New York. Some ... more Photo: Bebeto Matthews, AP Photo: Bebeto Matthews, AP Image 1 of / 1 … [Read more...] about LGBTQ news coverage still evolving 50 years after Stonewall
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Newcastle United news: Takeover hits major block as Rafa Benitez nears transfer breakthrough
Newcastle United welcome Fulham to St James's Park tomorrow - but it's takeover and transfer talk that dominate the headlines ahead of the clash. The Magpies face Claudio Ranieri's side in what could prove to be a pivotal fixture at the foot of the Premier League table.While fans are optimistic about securing a result against the Cottagers, they are more sceptical when it comes to rumours of a takeover of the club.Four parties are thought to be keen on a deal to buy Newcastle from Mike Ashley, but talks have stalled in recent days.And reports from the Daily Star this morning reveal what could be a major block in takeover discussions.MORE: Is this the issue holding-up takeover discussions?They claim that Ashley is keen to see his Sports Direct advertising remain at St James's Park after a sale is completed, which could deter some of the interested parties.As revealed by the Gazette yesterday, the Newcastle owner has jetted off on his traditional festive holiday after claiming that a … [Read more...] about Newcastle United news: Takeover hits major block as Rafa Benitez nears transfer breakthrough
Amazon HQ2, Detroit train station top development news in 2018
John Gallagher Detroit Free Press Published 8:00 AM EST Dec 20, 2018 Economic development news dominated the headlines in 2018. Let's take a few minutes to look back on some of the biggest development stories of the year and what they mean in a larger context. Amazon HQ2 search Anticipation over winning Amazon’s second headquarters with its bonanza of new jobs and tax base dominated the nation’s economic development industry for most of 2018. Detroit’s bid just missed making Amazon’s short list of 20 finalists, with the company citing an insufficient talent pool in Southeast Michigan. But Amazon’s so-called HQ2 search also sparked a debate on the use of public tax incentives to lure major companies like Amazon or Taiwanese chip maker Foxconn, which chose Wisconsin for a major campus after a similar search. Michigan and Detroit officials offered Amazon $4 billion in tax incentives in the failed bid, an amount several times larger than ever … [Read more...] about Amazon HQ2, Detroit train station top development news in 2018
Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Connor Wickham and Jermain Defoe ‘loan bids’, Boxing Day update plus Portsmouth build-up
0 Have your say Sunderland have been linked with two former strikers ahead of the January transfer window opening. And we have all the latest news and views today from the Stadium of Light. Scroll down to catch up with all of today’s headlines. Jack Ross on his faith in Robbin Ruiter, defensive changes and Jon McLaughlin wait ahead of crunch Portsmouth trip Darlington manager hails 'outstanding' Sunderland loanee Andrew Nelson after debut brace … [Read more...] about Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Connor Wickham and Jermain Defoe ‘loan bids’, Boxing Day update plus Portsmouth build-up
Newcastle United news: Takeover deal ‘edges closer’ as Rafa Benitez eyes Arsenal target
As Newcastle United prepare for a visit to Huddersfield Town tomorrow evening, takeover talk continues to hit the headlines. And fresh reports today suggest that a deal could be edging closer - with the Express claiming that a deal has been agreed in principle between Mike Ashley and the consortium led by Peter Kenyon.The report suggests that a final deal is close to being agreed and that the legal firm leading the purchase - Walker Morris - have been told that all Christmas leave is cancelled as they look to push through a deal. It is thought that the deal is worth around £300million, although exact parameters for the payment are yet to be confirmed.MORE: Newcastle set to be without FOUR key players for Huddersfield tripHowever, the Sun have today claimed that Kenyon is still seeking an additional £100million if capital in order to push through a deal.They claim that the former Chelsea and Manchester United chief executive is still short of Ashley's valuation and will have … [Read more...] about Newcastle United news: Takeover deal ‘edges closer’ as Rafa Benitez eyes Arsenal target