Neymar's decided to buy some time due to Barcelona's interest. It's true that there is an agreement in principle between the forward and Paris Saint-Germain to extend his deal until 2026, but media reports confirm he will delay signing anything for as long as he can. He hopes to gift Barcelona a few weeks to … Continue reading Why Neymar is delaying contract renewal at PSG
How will Griezmann play at Barcelona?
Barcelona's signing of Antoine Griezmann has generated so much noise that ignoring the controversy has left an important question in the background: where will he play? The answer is now easy, but it's evident that he's been requested by Ernesto Valverde, who wanted him last summer, too. Griezmann's versatility makes him suitable for various positions, … Continue reading How will Griezmann play at Barcelona?
Will Antoine Griezmann take Coutinho’s place at Barcelona?
In the aftermath of Barcelona’s Champions League loss to Liverpool on Tuesday, football pundits believe Coutinho’s days at Camp Nou are numbered and Atletico Madrid ace Antoine Griezmann appears the most suitable forward to play alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. However, Atleti coach Diego Simeone insists his “dependable” forward is not for sale. If … Continue reading Will Antoine Griezmann take Coutinho’s place at Barcelona?
Messi admits love for Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi made bold statements in their quest to lift the coveted Champions League trophy once again. Ronaldo played a central role in Juventus colors as the Italian giants trashed their Spanish counterparts Atletico Madrid. The Old Lady went down 2-0, disappointingly, in their first-leg encounter against Diego Simeoni’s men. However, CR7 … Continue reading Messi admits love for Ronaldo
Barcelona vs Sevilla: What to expect from the historic finals
Barcelona and Sevilla have slugged it out in many finals: the Spanish Super Cup, UEFA Super Cup and Copa del Rey, and it's interesting to know that both teams are used to reaching the latter stages of competitions together. Image shows Barcelona teammates celebrating Philppe Coutinho's goal in their 2-0 win against Valencia at Mestalla … Continue reading Barcelona vs Sevilla: What to expect from the historic finals
Lionel Messi signs a new Contract with FC Barcelona
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Mixed reactions at Barcelona and PSG over Neymar’s world-record transfer
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Dani Alves responds to Pep Guardiola’s disappointment on his move to PSG
Dani Alves, one of football's most controversial players, has responded to rumors that Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola was saddened by his decision to join Ligue 1 club side PSG. The 34-year-old Brazilian has a cordial relationship with Pep, who was his coach at Barcelona. Alves told reporters that he has a good time with … Continue reading Dani Alves responds to Pep Guardiola’s disappointment on his move to PSG
Spanish Court orders Ex-Barca President Sandro Rosell to be held in Prison without an option for Bail
Former Barcelona president Sandro Rosell was remanded in custody over allegations of laundering 15 million euros, and prosecutors have requested prison without bail. Image: Sandro Rosell Rosell appeared in court on Thursday, Marca reports. Judge Carmen Lamela, who presided over proceedings at the High Court of Spain, heard testimonies against Rosell and his business partner … Continue reading Spanish Court orders Ex-Barca President Sandro Rosell to be held in Prison without an option for Bail
Former La Liga referee says Neymar’s penalty against Leganes was right
Barcelona got a last minute penalty in their tensed encounter with Leganes on Sunday night, and Lionel Messi converted the spot kick to steer clear of another disgraceful outing at Camp Nou. http://www.blaugranas.com/media/galeria/25/4/9/4/9/n_f_c_barcelona_jornada_4_leganes_vs_barcelona-11179494.jpeg Although sports pundits believe that an almost calamitous evening for Barcelona and Luis Enrique should have ended with a draw instead of … Continue reading Former La Liga referee says Neymar’s penalty against Leganes was right
Luis Enrique talks about Barca’s Copa del Rey Chances, names Denis Suarez as ‘the new Iniesta’
Barcelona celebrated their seventh consecutive Copa del Rey semifinal qualification after thrashing Real Sociedad 5-2 on Thursday. Lionel Messi, Arda Turan, and former Liverpool hitman Luis Suarez found the net as La Blaugranas went crazy with goals at Anoeta. Denis Suarez had one of his best football moments during the game which ended 6-2 on … Continue reading Luis Enrique talks about Barca’s Copa del Rey Chances, names Denis Suarez as ‘the new Iniesta’
Ivan Rakitic: Will the Croatian play-maker leave Barcelona for the English Premier League?
Ivan Rakitic has a contract with Barcelona which will expire in 2019 but rumors are rife that the Croatian will be leaving Camp Nou for bigger challenges in the English Premier League. Manchester United and Manchester City are among his likely destinations. Notwithstanding his 20 goals credit and a total of 129 appearances for the … Continue reading Ivan Rakitic: Will the Croatian play-maker leave Barcelona for the English Premier League?
Sergi Roberto finally decides between Messi and Ronaldo
Barcelona defender Sergi Roberto has a finally made his choice on who is the best player on of all times. The Spaniard earlier said he won't be forced into choosing between the two legends who have shared World's Best Player trophies between them for 9 years. The midfielder who is considered as one of Barca's most … Continue reading Sergi Roberto finally decides between Messi and Ronaldo
‘I can’t choose between Messi Or Ronaldo,’ Barca Player says
Andre Gomez, the Portugal and Barcelona star, has said in a recent interview that he will never be drawn into making a choice between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. He explained his decision after a journalist squared up with him of the never-ending argument among football fans. The Portuguese player who also spent three years … Continue reading ‘I can’t choose between Messi Or Ronaldo,’ Barca Player says
Revealed: What Messi told James Rodriguez in secret during last weekend’s El Clasico
During last weekend's El Clasico, James Rodriguez had a chance to talk with fellow South American footballer Lionel Messi. Image: Lionel Messi However, both players, as well as many others who may want to keep some secrets away from radio stations, this is a warning. Nothing is secret anymore, even on the pitch. Last week, … Continue reading Revealed: What Messi told James Rodriguez in secret during last weekend’s El Clasico
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The butter police are on the job. New York City school kitchen managers said they’ve being targeted and “bullied” by bureaucrats who have threatened “disciplinary action” for buying butter, in violation of a five-year-old policy against using or offering the spread in cafeterias.
The policy prohibits school kitchens from cooking with it, or giving it to students for their bread. And a crackdown on violators has now gone into effect, The New York Daily News reported.
Here’s a recent email from one food manager to officials who oversee 25 schools, The Daily News reported: “Please explain why your managers are ordering BUTTER!!!” Attached to the email was a list of kitchen manager accused of ordering between $74 and $148 worth of butter, called the “Excess Butter Ordering Report.”
The food manager called for disciplinary action against the butter buyers.
“Every manager on this list has to get a disciplinary letter by close of business next week,” the email stated, The Daily News reported. “I also want a copy of every letter sent to my office.”
The note further threatens: “If there is a repetition of this incident or similar incident, further disciplinary action will be taken against you, which might lead to the termination of your employment with the Office of School Food,” The Daily News reported.
School kitchen workers were amazed at the new tone. They said that while butter had been quietly pushed from menus and cafeterias since 2008, the bully tactics have to go.
“We understand the need for healthy meals, but we do not appreciate the administration bullying our members,” said Greg Floyd, president of Local 237 Teamsters, which represents kitchen managers, told The Daily News.
Education officials, meanwhile, said butter has been a known no-no for years — as has whole milk and white bread. But it’s not officially banned.
“We’re not banning butter,” said a spokeswoman for the schools, Margie Feinberg in The Daily News report. “We just haven’t used it in our recipes since 2008.”
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When he was about 4 years old, Tommy Quarles checked out a book about birds from the Capital Day School library.
After reading it, he was able to spot a red-winged blackbird in his backyard. Those moments led him to what he considers to be his “biggest hobby” today — birdwatching.
“That kind of sparked the interest and it’s only grown from there,” Quarles said.
Quarles, who is now a 16-year-old junior at Western Hills High School, began actively listing birds he had spotted in 2013. To date, he has found over 500 types of birds in the country and over 270 in Kentucky. According to ebird.org, a bird listing website used by birders and run by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Quarles’ list is in the all-time top 20 for Kentucky birders.
Quarles, the son of J.D. and Meg Quarles, is now turning his passion into a community service project. On Sept. 21, Quarles and 50 of his fellow Beta Club members will work will members of the Kentucky Ornithological Society to find areas with birds in Franklin County. Once the group determines areas with a lack of birds, the group will meet later in the day with the Garden Club of Frankfort to put in plants, birdhouses and other items that will attract birds to the area. The goal is to encourage birds to come to the area and for young people to learn about the hobby.
The project is one component of Quarles’ application to become the next Young Birder of the Year, which is awarded by the American Birding Association. In addition to the service project, Quarles will submit photography and his bird list.
Karen Nance, president of the Garden Club of Frankfort, said the group is excited to work with Quarles and the other high school students. Gardening and birding are hobbies that go hand-in-hand and this falls in line with the club’s objectives to protect local species and encourage home gardening and civic planting, she said.
“The Garden Club is proud to support Tommy’s endeavors,” Nance said. “We are helping with purchasing plantings to help feed birds during the winter. Also, we are looking forward to spending time with our local teens.”
The garden club’s role is to help Quarles identify what plants could attract more birds. To donate items to the project or volunteer, contact the WHHS Beta Club at 502-875-8400 or the Garden Club of Frankfort at 502-229-4611.
From his own experience in the hobby, Quarles said it has benefited him in unexpected ways. He’s had some practice overcoming a fear of public speaking, as he speaks about his hobby for groups. He will be speaking at a future Kentucky Ornithological Society, of which he is a member, about going to a birdwatching camp in Arizona. He’s been to similar camps in Colorado, Maine and Delaware.
As to whether this hobby will lead to a career, Quarles has yet to decide.
“We’ll see where it takes me,” he said.


"Our turnover and growth are right in line with the ambitious targets we set ourselves when launching the business back in 2017. "
Paul Williams, Managing Director at Highstream
Cheshire and Deeside-based IT firm Highstream Solutions is celebrating after reaching a triple digit turnover growth and taking its client total to more than 50 businesses less than two years after the business was founded.
Set up by IT specialist Paul Williams, Highstream Solutions has gone from a zero-customer base when it launched in March 2017 to servicing and supporting more than 50 SMEs and high growth businesses across the North West and North Wales.
The firm lists Chester-based Legat Owen, Hawarden’s LCA Group and Winsford-based Tiger Trailers among its growing client roster with Paul’s team is now supporting hundreds of users with IT support services.
“Our turnover and growth are right in line with the ambitious targets we set ourselves when launching the business back in 2017.” said Paul Williams, Managing Director at Highstream Solutions, which was shortlisted for Business Start Up of the Year at last year’s Cheshire Business Awards.
“The results are a testament to the fantastic team we have in place and puts into perspective how much we have achieved over the last two years.
“Our focus in 2019 is clear; to create new relationships without compromising on our need to continue to deliver outstanding technology support and solutions to businesses in the North West and North Wales. We want to continue nurturing the outstanding relationships we’ve built with our clients and genuinely thank them for putting their faith and trust in us, as we wouldn’t have achieved this without them.
“We are excited about the future and growing the number of people we have in our business. We’re keen to offer experienced IT professionals a career working with cutting edge technology and a clear path to grow with us in a young, ambitious business.”
Highstream Solutions is looking to make a number of appointments in 2019, with a specific focus on hiring IT professionals based in the North West or North Wales area.
Mark Roberts, a member of the Highstream Solutions Board, added: “During the last two years we have worked with a large number of clients on a range of exciting projects, from establishing new sites from scratch to upgrading existing systems to new cloud-based solutions.
“What’s been most rewarding is seeing the benefits we’re driving for our clients. Improving their technology operations has resulted in more efficient and robust IT systems and, if they experience any day-to-day issues, they know we have them covered. Those long-standing, trusted relationships are something we’re incredibly proud of and look forward to establishing more of in the coming year.
To find out more about Highstream Solutions, visit: www.highstream.co.uk.


There were scenes of jubilation on the streets of Sierra Leone this morning, as the World Health Organization (WHO) delcared the country Ebola-free after 42 days with no new cases. The country will now enter a 90-day period of heightened surveillance to make sure the virus does not return. The National Ebola Response Centre (NERC) will continue to operate until the end of the year.
“For us, Ebola is not over. We need your help to treat the many many health problems we still suffer from. And remember those who died at the hands of Ebola, and especially the children who have ben affected by this outbreak,” Yusuf Kamara, a survivor who lost 16 members of his family said.
Sierra Leone recorded the first Ebola case in May 2014, 8,704 people were infected and 3,589 have died from the fatal illness.