The Colorado Avalanche and the Carolina Hurricanes turned back the clock on Thursday night in Denver.
Both teams paid homage to their original franchises during Heritage Night, celebrating the rich history and legacy of their organizations.
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Former Mumbai Indians (MI) player Aditya Tare has lauded Jemimah Rodrigues for her stroke-filled half-century in India’s Women’s World Cup 2025 clash against New Zealand. He expressed that the right-handed batter should not have been dropped in India’s previous game against England.
Jemimah scored an unbeaten 76 off 55 balls as India posted a massive total of 340/3 in 49 overs during the Women’s World Cup 2025 league game held in Navi Mumbai on Thursday, October 23.
During a discussion on Star Sports, Tare praised Jemimah for proving her worth after being left out of the playing XI in the prior match.
“There were only 14 dot balls in her innings. It shows how busy she was,” Tare said. “She started this World Cup with two ducks. Questions were being raised whether Jemi would be the player dropped to play an extra bowler. It seemed like a harsh decision in the last match because she had played a similar kind of innings against Australia. She had scored quickfire 30-odd runs.”
He added, “I felt she shouldn’t have been made to sit out against England. However, Jemimah Rodrigues took the team management’s decision very positively. They showed faith in her today, and she got a promotion. I feel the Indian batting lineup does not have a player like Jemi.”
Aditya Tare highlighted Jemimah’s ability to play lap shots, hit fast bowlers over the top, and clear the extra cover region effortlessly. He emphasized that the 25-year-old brings a different dimension to the Indian batting lineup.
### “This Innings Shows Her Character” – Reema Malhotra Praises Jemimah Rodrigues
In the same discussion, former India all-rounder Reema Malhotra commended Jemimah Rodrigues’ intentful knock at No. 3, saying it reflects her character.
“Firstly, clap because she came at No. 3,” Malhotra said. “This innings shows her character. She was hungry for this. She was waiting for this. This is why the Indian team and selectors back Jemi. She brings energy with her. There was intent in this knock. She used the depth of the crease.”
The cricketer-turned-commentator also pointed out that Jemimah was effective against both pace and spin and called the Mumbaikar a true team player.
“I would call it a calculative innings. She played the pacers well, used her feet against spinners, played sweeps, reverse sweeps, and paddles, and scored an incredible half-century. She is from Mumbai and was playing at home. She is a king at home. She wants to contribute for her team, whether she is playing or not, which means she is a true team player,” observed Malhotra.
### Key Partnership Contributions
Jemimah Rodrigues walked out to bat after Smriti Mandhana (109 off 95) and Pratika Rawal (122 off 134) had stitched together a formidable 212-run opening partnership. Jemimah then added 76 runs with Pratika for the second wicket and 48 runs with Harmanpreet Kaur (10 off 11) for the third wicket, helping India post a commanding total.
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**XRP Forms Chart Pattern Mirroring 2017 Rally Setup**
Analysts are closely monitoring XRP as it develops a chart pattern reminiscent of the price action leading up to the 2017 rally. The market is currently testing key levels that were pivotal during the last major surge, with price movements unfolding within a long-standing channel structure that has influenced XRP’s price trajectory for over a decade.
### Price Moves Within Long-Term Channel
A monthly chart shared by EtherNasyonaL reveals that Ripple’s token is trading inside an upward-sloping channel dating back to 2014. This channel features a lower support boundary, a central median band, and an upper boundary, with price consistently responding to these levels.
Back in Q4 2017, XRP broke above the middle band of this channel and, after a brief period of sideways movement, surged to peak near $3. A similar setup is emerging as we approach Q4 2025. Recently, XRP touched the middle band again but faced rejection and is currently consolidating just below that level.
At the time of writing, XRP trades at $2.44 with over $3 billion in daily volume, reflecting robust market activity during this phase.
### Chart Projects $9.90 Target
Another chart from analyst Javon Marks draws parallels between the current setup and the 2017 breakout. Utilizing historical price moves and Fibonacci extensions, Marks forecasts future price zones, identifying $9.90 as the next significant target. This level represents a potential 310% increase from current prices.
“Due to the extreme similarities in XRP’s price structure to the previous bull run, $9.90 looks to be up next,” the post stated. While other targets lie beyond this level, the primary focus remains on whether XRP can break through nearby resistance and sustain upward momentum.
### Technical Outlook: Support and Resistance Levels
CRYPTOWZRD provided a daily technical update indicating that XRP closed the session with no clear direction, hovering near its daily support. Key resistance is set at $2.75, with support near $2.27.
Short-term charts suggest a possible dip toward $2.30. A bounce from this level could propel XRP towards $2.55. However, a drop below $2.30 would tilt the chart toward bearish territory.
Furthermore, XRP’s price movement appears linked to Bitcoin’s performance, particularly its market dominance, which will influence the potential for an upside breakout.
### Large Holders Move Coins to Exchanges
On-chain data reveals that wallets holding more than one billion XRP have transferred approximately 1.09 billion tokens to exchanges since October 16, as reported by CryptoPotato. This activity indicates that large holders, or “whales,” might be taking profits or reducing exposure.
Such significant inflows into exchanges often signal caution among traders, as this can precede increased selling pressure and impact price direction.
Meanwhile, analyst Ali Martinez observed that the TD Sequential indicator has printed a buy signal on XRP’s chart, hinting at potential bullish momentum in the near term.
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**Summary:** XRP is exhibiting chart patterns similar to those before the historic 2017 rally, trading within a decade-old upward channel with key resistance at $2.75 and support near $2.27. Analysts target a significant $9.90 price level, but large holder activity and Bitcoin’s market dynamics will be crucial in determining the next move.
https://cryptopotato.com/ripple-deja-vu-xrp-mirrors-2017-pattern-before-massive-rally/
The Justice Department on Thursday warned California officials, including Rep. Nancy Pelosi, issuing a joint statement claiming that California law “prevents federal agents from taking certain actions.”
“While the President may enjoy absolute immunity courtesy of his rogue Supreme Court, those who operate under his orders do not,” the lawmakers wrote.
“Our state and local authorities may arrest federal agents if they break California law and if they are convicted, the President cannot pardon them.”
Pelosi’s office did not immediately respond to The Post’s request for comment.
https://nypost.com/2025/10/24/us-news/doj-tells-california-officials-to-back-off-apparent-criminal-conspiracy-to-arrest-ice-agents/
Manchester United legend Gary Neville does not believe Crystal Palace will score against Arsenal this weekend in the Premier League. He made the comment following Roy Keane’s prediction that the FA Cup winners would get past the Gunners’ backline.
Speaking on the Stick to Football Podcast, Keane predicted a 3-1 scoreline in favor of Arsenal in the match scheduled for Sunday, October 26, with Mikel Arteta’s side taking all three points. However, Ian Wright was quick to disagree with Keane’s suggested scoreline, predicting that Oliver Glasner’s Palace would fail to find the net.
Neville swiftly agreed with the Arsenal legend, highlighting the Gunners’ defensive solidity this season. “Palace are not scoring. Arsenal have only conceded three goals all season. Just something their defence is the whole team,” he said, emphasizing that the entire Arsenal squad works defensively when out of possession.
The Premier League leaders are coming into the match on the back of an impressive 4-0 thrashing of Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League. This victory has boosted their confidence as they look to extend their lead at the top of the table.
On the other hand, Crystal Palace arrive after a setback, having lost to AEK Larnaca FC in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday, October 23. The Eagles have not won in their last three matches, including a defeat to Everton and a 3-3 draw at home against AFC Bournemouth earlier this month.
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### Gary Neville Backs Arsenal to Win the Premier League Title
Former Premier League defender Gary Neville has also expressed strong support for Arsenal to clinch the Premier League title this season. He described the Gunners as “scary” and praised their position at the top of the table despite facing a tough fixture schedule.
Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Neville said:
“They’ve played United away, Man City, Liverpool away. They’ve played nearly everybody already, and they’re where they are. It is wrong to say this because it is ridiculous and we’ve all been in title races. If they don’t win it from here, we’ve all predicted Arsenal to win the league right, we know it can go wrong.”
He added:
“If they don’t win it from where the other teams are and the confident position they’re in now, a lot can change, but they’re in a good place. It feels like the Newcastle game turned the corner. It’s not a putting pressure on them statement, they just must be thinking, ‘this is us, this year, we’ve got to win it’.”
Neville also highlighted Arsenal’s squad depth, noting how players like Lewis Hall can come in seamlessly for key defenders without any drop-off in quality. “When you can bring in Lewis-Skelly for Califiori and Ben White, Mosquera coming in with no drop off, it’s looking scary.”
Currently, Arsenal lead the Premier League by three points over second-placed Manchester City and are four points clear of defending champions Liverpool. Their form and depth make them strong contenders to win the title this season.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-their-defence-whole-team-gary-neville-refuses-agree-roy-keane-predict-winner-arsenal-vs-crystal-palace
Thai striking maestro Superbon carries more than just his world title into the Circle on November 16.
This fight represents more than a championship—he’s fighting for national pride.
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There’s a lot of excitement in the city of Toronto ahead of World Series Game 1.
Blue Jays rookie Trey Yesavage is set to throw the first pitch, a moment that has fans buzzing with anticipation.
He will be facing off against LA Dodgers leadoff hitter Shohei Ohtani, making this an unforgettable start to the championship showdown.
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Players will fight for a spot in the semifinals on Day 5 (Friday, October 24) of the Swiss Indoors 2025 in Basel. Notably, Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton, the top two seeds, failed to advance to the quarterfinals, both exiting in the second round.
Casper Ruud and Felix Auger-Aliassime, who recently claimed titles in Stockholm and Brussels respectively, remain in the draw. Based on their current form, they are the favorites to go all the way in the tournament.
With a series of exciting quarterfinal contests set to unfold, here are the predictions for all the singles matches scheduled for Day 5 of the Swiss Indoors 2025:
### 1. Casper Ruud vs Alejandro Davidovich Fokina
Ruud began his Swiss Indoors campaign strongly with a 6-1, 7-6(3) win over Quentin Halys. He then took on three-time Major champion Stan Wawrinka in the second round, securing a 6-4, 7-6(5) victory. This extended his unbeaten run to six matches, having won the Stockholm Open just before arriving in Basel.
Davidovich Fokina moved past Lorenzo Sonego in straight sets in his opener and rallied from a set down to beat Jenson Brooksby in the second round. This marked his 40th win of the season, the highest number of wins he has achieved in a single year.
Ruud and Davidovich Fokina share a competitive rivalry. Out of their previous five matches, all but one have gone the full distance. Ruud leads their head-to-head 3-2 and won their most recent meeting at the 2024 French Open in five sets.
Given Ruud’s current form, the Norwegian is favored to best his rival once again.
**Predicted winner:** Casper Ruud in three sets.
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### 2. Reilly Opelka vs Ugo Humbert
Opelka battled through the qualifying rounds of the Swiss Indoors before easing past Sebastian Baez in the first round. He then earned a hard-fought three-set win over lucky loser Botic van de Zandschulp in the second round. Notably, he had already beaten van de Zandschulp in the qualifiers.
On the other hand, Humbert defeated Sebastian Korda 6-3, 6-4 in the opening round. He followed that with a stunning upset over top seed Taylor Fritz, winning 6-3, 6-4. The Frenchman thrives on indoor courts, having recently lost to Ruud in the Stockholm final and claimed the title earlier this season in Marseille.
Given his comfort on indoor surfaces and recent form, Humbert is favored to continue his impressive run and knock out another American from this tournament.
**Predicted winner:** Ugo Humbert in straight sets.
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### 3. Felix Auger-Aliassime vs Jaume Munar
Felix Auger-Aliassime, fresh off his Brussels title, is expected to continue his strong form.
**Predicted winner:** Felix Auger-Aliassime in straight sets.
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### 4. Denis Shapovalov vs Joao Fonseca
Denis Shapovalov will look to leverage his experience and skill to advance further in the tournament.
**Predicted winner:** Denis Shapovalov in three sets.
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Stay tuned as the Swiss Indoors 2025 quarterfinals promise high-quality tennis and intense battles on Day 5.
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Becoming a Christian—experiencing the new birth in Christ—transforms each individual who embraces it. In his letter to the Ephesian Christians, the Apostle Paul explains this supernatural experience of being born again from above by accepting Jesus Christ as one’s personal Lord and Savior.
In the second chapter of Ephesians, Paul makes it clear that while we “were by nature the children of wrath” (Eph. 2:3) and “dead in sins,” God “quickened us together with Christ” (Eph. 2:5). When we respond to the Holy Spirit’s convicting work, confess our sins, and accept Christ as our personal Savior, He regenerates us through the work of the Holy Spirit.
This miraculous process transforms believers—both Jew and Gentile—into “a new man” (Eph. 2:15). The Greek word Paul uses for “new” signifies a completely new and different kind of person.
After the coming of the Holy Spirit in a mighty way at Pentecost, these “new men” were indwelt with God’s Spirit in a never-before-experienced way. A supreme example of this transformation is the astonishing difference in the Apostle Peter. Before Pentecost, Peter was confused and uncertain; after Pentecost, he was commanding and confident, preaching powerfully to thousands.
It was as if Peter had stepped into a spiritual telephone booth and emerged wearing a spiritual Superman suit. The point is that after Pentecost, God created a new kind of man—one who did not exist before the Spirit personally indwelt twice-born believers.
Understanding this is critically important. Why? Because only such twice-born men and women can fulfill their biblical roles, especially in Holy Matrimony.
Only a twice-born man can consistently love his wife with agape love, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself for it. Likewise, only a woman who has been born again from above can consistently submit herself under the spiritual leadership of her husband.
Being born again—a “new” kind of man or woman—should transform all our relationships if we are surrendered to the Holy Spirit’s work in our lives.
Another spiritually significant relationship transformed by the Holy Spirit is the pastor–church member relationship. There are close parallels between the New Testament model for pastors and church members and the husband–wife relationship.
God instructs pastors through Peter not to “lord over” God’s flock but to be good shepherds who lovingly serve the people (1 Pet. 5:1-5). Correspondingly, church members are admonished to “submit yourselves” (Heb. 13:17) to their spiritual leaders who have “spoken unto you the word of God” (Heb. 13:7).
The phrase “submit yourselves” uses the same Greek verb—and in the same unusual middle or reflexive tense—as the one used for wives submitting to their own husbands “as unto the Lord” (Eph. 5:22).
Becoming a born-again Christian should change every relationship in our lives. God never commands us to do something that we cannot accomplish with His help. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we are enabled to live transformed lives that honor God in all our relationships.
https://www.christianpost.com/voices/why-twice-born-men-and-women-needed-in-holy-matrimony.html
The Nevada Supreme Court returned Jon Gruden’s case to the state’s District Court on Thursday, while the NFL filed two motions seeking the prompt dismissal of the claims against it.
Gruden resigned as coach of the Las Vegas Raiders in October 2021 after the publication of emails he sent years earlier that included racist, misogynistic, and homophobic language. A month later, he sued the NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell, alleging a “malicious and orchestrated campaign” to destroy his career by leaking the emails.
In a motion filed Thursday and obtained by The Associated Press, NFL attorneys used aggressive language to counter Gruden’s allegations, stating:
“The Complaint—Jon Gruden’s attempt to wrongly blame the NFL and its Commissioner for the consequences of the racist, misogynistic, and homophobic emails Gruden authored and widely distributed—hinges solely on unsupported allegations that fail as a matter of law or fall far short of stating a claim, and should have been promptly dismissed when the NFL Parties first so moved.”
Previously, the Nevada Supreme Court denied the league’s earlier appeal of its August 11 ruling that Gruden could proceed with his lawsuit and was not required to go through the league’s arbitration process.
The NFL’s attorneys further argued in the motion:
“Gruden does not and cannot dispute that he wrote the emails that led to his resignation. He does not and cannot dispute that he freely sent those emails to multiple parties. He does not and cannot claim that the emails were misleadingly edited or altered in any way, let alone by the NFL Parties, or that the views espoused in them were not in fact expressed by him. Instead, Gruden has concocted a fictional story that attempts to paint himself as the victim of his own conduct.”
The motion to dismiss also invokes Nevada’s anti-SLAPP statute, which protects against lawsuits intended to silence those exercising their First Amendment rights. NFL attorneys emphasized:
“Gruden’s false claims are all premised on quintessential First Amendment activity: the NFL Parties’ alleged communication of unaltered emails authored by Gruden, a public figure, to the national media. And because those claims have no basis in law or fact, the complaint cannot survive under the anti-SLAPP statute.”
In 2022, the NFL appealed to Nevada’s high court after a judge in Las Vegas rejected league bids to dismiss Gruden’s claim outright or to order out-of-court talks through an arbitration process that could be overseen by Goodell. The high court, in a 5-2 ruling, stated that “the arbitration clause in the NFL Constitution is unconscionable and does not apply to Gruden as a former employee.”
Background on Jon Gruden: He was an on-air analyst for ESPN from 2011 to 2018, during the period when the controversial emails were sent. Gruden served as the Raiders’ coach when the team moved to Las Vegas from Oakland, California, in 2020.
He is seeking monetary damages, alleging that the selective disclosure and publication of the emails by The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times ruined his career and endorsement contracts.
Gruden’s coaching career includes two stints with the Raiders—first in Oakland from 1998 to 2001, and later in Las Vegas starting in 2018. He also led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for seven years, winning a Super Bowl title in 2003. After his coaching and broadcasting roles, he consulted for the New Orleans Saints in 2023.
Currently, Jon Gruden is a part-owner and consultant for the Nashville Kats of the Arena Football One league.
http://lasvegassun.com//news/2025/oct/23/nfl-seeks-dismissal-of-jon-grudens-lawsuit-after-n/
