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Share Issue, PDMR Dealings & Total Voting Rights
EMV Capital plc has announced the issue of 200,141 new ordinary shares at £0.55 per share to directors and a PDMR to settle annual bonuses and fees, totaling £110,062.55. Additionally, directors Ed Hooper and Charles Spicer purchased 31,638 ordinary shares for £18,488.78. Following these transactions, the enlarged issued share capital will be 27,967,532 ordinary shares, with directors holding a combined 16.78% interest. Admission of the new shares is expected around December 12, 2025.
Column: Rail vital for meeting Florida’s growth
Last year Gov. DeSantis announced $7 billion for the Moving Florida Forward Infrastructure Initiative to address congestion from unprecedented population growth. The funds will ensure FDOT can fast-track projects that improve congestion, safety, and resiliency of the state’s transportation system. Freight rail is another vital piece of our transportation network that we will rely on to meet growth.
Memorial Day Is America's Most Sacred Holiday
Ed Hooper, New York Daily News May 31, 2021 Memorial Day is the only true American people's holiday. Major General John A. Logan is credited with the 1868 General Order 11 establishing May 30 as the official Decoration Day at National Cemeteries, but it rested solely on citizens to keep it, and they did for a century without official decree or legislation.
America’s most sacred holiday: A Memorial Day tribute
Memorial Day is the only true American people’s holiday. Major General John A. Logan is credited with the 1868 General Order 11 establishing May 30 as the official Decoration Day at National Cemeteries, but it rested solely on citizens to keep it, and they did for a century without official decree or legislation. It spread from there to include all cemeteries across the nation and some overseas where American airmen, sailors and soldiers were laid to rest. Memorial Day is not a day for veterans.
Nathan Bedford Forrest’s descendants sue Memphis over removal of Confederate general's statue
Ed Hooper, Special to USA Today Network - Tennessee Published 7:39 p.m. ET Dec. 17, 2018 On Wednesday, December 20, statues of Nathan Bedford Forrest and Jefferson Davis were removed from Memphis parks Wochit Supporters of Nathan Bedford Forrest gather around his monument and grave in Health Sciences Park during a celebration for what would have been the Civil War general's 194th birthday on July 12, 2015.(Photo: Mike Brown/The Commercial Appeal) H.
Nathan Bedford Forrest’s descendants sue Memphis over removal of Confederate general's statue
Ed Hooper, Special to USA Today Network - Tennessee Published 6:39 p.m. CT Dec. 17, 2018 | Updated 6:47 p.m. CT Dec. 17, 2018 On Wednesday, December 20, statues of Nathan Bedford Forrest and Jefferson Davis were removed from Memphis parks Wochit Statue of Confederate Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest(Photo: Submitted) H. Edward Phillips and attorneys representing descendants of Confederate General Nathan B.
At blood banks, A, B or O are the only types that matter
Dr. Charles Drew, pioneer in field, couldn't donate because of his race The one thing I’ve done throughout my life is donate blood. It can’t be stressed enough how important it is to do so, as one in seven people entering a hospital will require it. There’s no sadder commentary than local community blood banks suffering shortages due to a lack of donors. I’ve seen first-hand covering crises and disasters the lives it saves.
Opinion | Congress should have planned some celebration of 150th anniversary of our sacred Memorial Day
Memorial Day is the most sacred and solemn holiday on the United States calendar. Arguably the most American, as it doesn’t honor a person or significant event in the nation’s history. It commemorates men and women of all races and creeds who gave their lives on the battlefield defending this country.
Why Isn’t Congress Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Memorial Day?
Ed Hooper is a documentary producer and writer based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Memorial Day is the most sacred and solemn holiday on the United States calendar. Arguably the most American, as it doesn’t honor a person or significant event in the nation’s history. It commemorates men and women of all races and creeds who gave their lives on the battlefield defending this country.
Bullying Takes Center Stage In Latest ‘Challenge’ Episode
Host T.J. Lavin threatens being kicked off show if it continues In Tuesday night’s episode of MTV’s The Challenge, bullying played center-stage after an incident involving the female contestants in the house. The incident received so much publicity, show host T.J. Lavin, a former BMX World Champion, had to step in and threaten the involved parties with possibly being kicked off the show if it continues.
Hall Of Fame QB Kelly Announces Return of Cancer
Hall of Fame Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly announced Thursday the oral cancer that nearly took his life in 2013 and 2014 has returned. Kelly was first diagnosed with Squamous-cell carcinoma of the upper jaw bone in 2013 and had a surgery to remove tumors, according to ESPN. Part of that surgery also included removing part of his jaw, stated the Buffalo News. That surgery was unsuccessful, though, as Kelly announced in 2014 he still had the cancer.
Redskins Won’t Use Franchise Tag on QB Cousins
The reality of the impending free agency frenzy surrounding NFL veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins took another step forward Wednesday, when Cousins’ current team, the Washington Redskins, said it would not use the franchise tag on the signal-caller for a third straight season. Washington General Manager Doug Williams told reporters at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis that Cousins was essentially a “free agent”, according to a report by CBS.com.
Developers in Nashville Are Encroaching on a Civil War Fort Unlike Any Other | History News Network
Ed Hooper is a documentary producer and writer based in Knoxville, Tennessee. It was built by thousands of newly-freed slaves, hundreds of whom died in the process. It doesn’t take an expert to see that Nashville is booming. Population growth is struggling to keep up with business demands. It’s a good time to live there, and, as with most cities on the upswing, green spaces are in high demand.
This Confederate Statue Was Art | History News Network
Ed Hooper is a documentary producer and writer based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Should there have been an outcry over the decision in Memphis to pull it down? The Tennessee Legislature convenes this week and the hot ticket is the debate over Memphis’s obvious defiance of the Tennessee Heritage Protection Act and status of the Nathan B. Forrest statue.
Removal of Nathan Bedford Forrest statue was monumental art heist
The Tennessee Legislature convenes Tuesday, and the hot ticket will be the debate over Memphis’ obvious defiance of the Tennessee Heritage Protection Act and status of the Nathan B. Forrest statue. Mayor Jim Strickland and the city council snubbed the 2013 law, which makes it illegal to remove historical monuments or rename public parks without majority approval of the Tennessee Historical Commission.
Removal of Nathan Bedford Forrest statue was monumental art heist
The Tennessee Legislature convenes Tuesday, and the hot ticket will be the debate over Memphis’ obvious defiance of the Tennessee Heritage Protection Act and status of the Nathan B. Forrest statue. Mayor Jim Strickland and the city council snubbed the 2013 law, which makes it illegal to remove historical monuments or rename public parks without majority approval of the Tennessee Historical Commission.
The Red Watch: The Independent Supporters Group of the Little Rock Rangers - American Soccer United
This is the first of, hopefully, many stories from across the country about supporters groups from every league. They are ordinary people who share one thing in common: their love for the beautiful game. On the screen, they are the ones making noise, holding up scarves and sending smoke to the heavens. This is a way to give them their voice! We want to let their lives and moments be a part of the 100+ years of American soccer history.
All We Had of this Black Hero Soldier Was a Picture, and then Something Else Turned Up
Ed Hooper is a documentary producer and writer based in Knoxville, Tennessee. The faded faces look back at you from the past. An old photograph taken in 1890s Nebraska showing the U.S. Army’s 9th Cavalry’s K Troop or, as they were better known, buffalo soldiers. One of my journalistic quests for the last two decades has been the search for any personal effects belonging to the soldier seated third from the left. The man under that hat is Medal of Honor recipient First Sergeant George Jordan, USA.
At the WBC, USA Baseball Lacks Star Power - The Sports Post
The World Baseball Classic gets underway for USA baseball on Friday when the Americans host Colombia to begin group play. But what should we expect? Several top American-born players won’t be in uniform for the host nation. Thus, showing a lack of enthusiasm for playing in the extra games provided by the WBC. Even though it means representing their nation.
The NFL Combine is Far From Perfect - The Sports Post
Each time the NFL Combine rolls around, there’s one constant video reel various national sports networks continue to show. The video is that of New England Patriots’ quarterback Tom Brady during the 2000 Combine. The video shows Brady, the former Michigan quarterback, standing with his shirt off appearing as if he never stepped foot into a weight room while with the Wolverines. And, of him running what appears to be one of the slowest 40-yard dashes ever.
NASCAR Continues to Fight for Relevance - The Sports Post
NASCAR’s premier series, now named the Monster Energy Cup Series, is set to begin the 2017 season on Sunday. And it starts with the 59th running of the prestigious Daytona 500. The race in Florida will be NASCAR’s first with a newly implemented points system, aimed at limiting green flag runs and keeping fans entertained throughout the sometimes long and action-less four-hour races.
The Atlanta Braves Can Be NL Contenders in 2017 - The Sports Post
There is no down time around SunTrust Park. It’s crunch time. The soon-to-be new home to the Atlanta Braves is less than 50 days away from opening its doors. Inside the park, signage is being added to the stadium sections. And the dirt below the infield and outfield grass is awaiting the laying of the natural turf. Despite holding less people than their former home, Turner Field, SunTrust Park promises to be one of the best venues in Major League Baseball.
Brady Cements his Legacy as Greatest Ever - The Sports Post
Tom Brady. Greatest of all time. Period. No debate. Down 25 points in the third quarter—and 19 points in the fourth quarter—the 39-year-old quarterback, who somehow seems to always find a way, did just that Sunday night against the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI. And in the process, Tom Brady cemented his legacy in NFL history as the greatest quarterback to ever play the game by winning his record fifth Super Bowl championship in his record seventh appearance. GOAT.
Which Super Bowl LI Starters Didn't Play D-I Football? - The Sports Post
Ryan Schraeder’s journey to the Super Bowl wasn’t what you’d expect from the big 6-foot-7 Atlanta Falcons starting right tackle. Schraeder wasn’t a Division-I prospect coming out of high school. And, never played in front of packed stadiums in college. You see, Schraeder didn’t even play high school football. Instead, he would enroll at Kansas State University. Then, coach Bill Snyder talked the prospective player into attending Butler Community College, where he could develop his game.
How the Falcons Changed the Culture of Atlanta Sports - The Sports Post
The Atlanta Falcons are set to open a new $1.1 Billion stadium this fall. The new confines of the Falcons, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, is set to replace the Georgia Dome. The home of the Falcons since the 1990s when it first opened. This past Sunday—a win over Green Bay in the NFC Championship—was the final football game inside the Georgia Dome. And it might have also been one of the loudest crowds to ever fill the Dome for a Falcons game.
Despite Aaron Rodgers, Don't Count Out the Falcons Defense - TSP
For the past eight weeks, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has simply been unstoppable. Now the Packers are just one win away from another trip back to the Super Bowl. Standing in their way, though, are the NFC’s second-seeded Atlanta Falcons. Who, after a dismal 2015 and an 0-1 start this season, were supposedly destined for failure. Instead, they’re looking to close out the Georgia Dome in fashion, with an NFC championship win over Rodgers and the Packers.
Super Bowl-Winning QBs Headline Divisional Round - The Sports Post
Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks won’t be in short supply this weekend when the NFL Divisional playoff round gets underway. In fact, of the eight starters this weekend, four have already led teams to a Super Bowl championship. And the other four will all be trying to join them. Each playoff game features one of the four previous championship-winning quarterbacks.
How Dabo Turned the Tigers into National Champions - The Sports Post
When Dabo Swinney was hired as Clemson’s head coach in 2009, not everyone was convinced he’d be the man to take the Tiger program back to the promised land. A land filled with National Championships, Heisman contenders and a reputation as one of the elite programs in college football. On Monday night, Swinney officially proved all those doubters wrong when the Tigers knocked off top-ranked Alabama 35-31 in the CFB National Championship game in Tampa, Florida.
Dabo, Tigers Can Change CFB History with Title Win - The Sports Post
Six. That’s the number of national championships legendary Alabama coach Paul Bear Bryant won during his college football coaching career. It’s also the number current Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban is chasing. With a win over the Clemson Tigers in Monday’s CFB National Championship, Saban will earn his sixth championship as a college head coach. And, his fifth at Alabama.
Where's the MVP Consideration for Matt Ryan? - The Sports Post
Preseason predictions would have the Atlanta Falcons heading for a losing record. And, another season without a playoff appearance. Good thing that was only a prediction. Instead, the Falcons are NFC South division champions. And, with a win on Sunday over the New Orleans Saints, can claim the NFC’s second seed. Not to mention, a first-round bye in the playoffs—which begin next weekend.
Deshaun Watson Knows how to Handle the Spotlight - The Sports Post
In his hometown of Gainesville, Ga., Deshaun Watson is a well-known celebrity. It’s been that way long before he was shredding college defenses as the quarterback for the Clemson Tigers. Instead, Watson has quite possibly been the biggest celebrity in Gainesville since his high school football days—the days of leading his Red Elephants to their first-ever state championship.
Why College Bowl Games Have Lost Their Luster - The Sports Post
Twenty years ago, making it to a college bowl game meant a respective college football program had a good year. It also meant that they were one of the top teams in the nation. Nowadays, over half of CFB’s Division-I programs are competing in said games. Many are even doing so after sub-par seasons. As a result, interest in bowl season continues to dwindle away, with television ratings dropping each year.
Oregon, Texas not Bowl Bound as Colorado, UCF Break Through - TSP
Despite being picked to win the Pac-12 South this season, coach Jim Mora Jr. and the UCLA Bruins will have plenty of spare time on their hands this December after a disappointing regular season that ended at 4-8. Meanwhile, the school picked this preseason to finish dead last—the Colorado Buffaloes—are playing meaningful football this weekend. So much so that a berth to the Rose Bowl is on the line. After a season-opening loss to Texas A&M, the Bruins were never able to gain momentum.
After Upset Weekend, CFB Playoff Landscape not Much Different - TSP
Each college football season there is one week when fans can look back and call it an upset weekend. Look no further than this past Saturday. Despite being heavily favored in their contests, No. 2, 3, and 4 in the latest CFB Playoff Rankings each lost. Two of those three losses came at home. Two teams—No. 2 Clemson and No. 3 Michigan—fell to unranked teams, both on last-second field goals.
First Playoff Rankings Give Glimpse into Final Month - The Sports Post
The first College Football Playoff rankings were released Tuesday night, and the ultimate surprise was Texas A&M finding itself inside the top-four, with undefeated Washington ranked fifth. With four weeks left in the regular season and a fifth week for the conference championship games before the final rankings are released, there is still a lot left to figure out on the gridiron.
Big Ten a Step Ahead of the Rest in 2016 - The Sports Post
The Southeastern Conference might be home to eight of the past 10 national champions in college football, and it may be home to this season’s front running Alabama Crimson Tide, but it is no longer the best conference in college football. At least it’s not this season. That honor now goes to the Big Ten. Collectively, nine of the 14 teams in the Big Ten have winning records at this point in the season. But it’s the top teams in the conference that are making waves in college football.
Knight set to Lead A&M in Showdown Against Alabama - The Sports Post
Trevor Knight might be new to the Southeastern Conference, but he is no stranger to the Alabama Crimson Tide. Long before he donned the maroon and white of the Texas A&M Aggies, leading them from unranked to start the season to a 6-0 record and a No. 6 national ranking, Knight was the gun-slinging quarterback for the Oklahoma Sooners. As quarterback of the Sooners, Knight had a run-in with the Crimson Tide of Alabama. The date was Jan. 2, 2013. The Sugar Bowl in New Orleans.
The Huskies are Playing like Championship Contenders - The Sports Post
Chris Peterson is no stranger to big postseason games. During his tenure at Boise State, the now Washington Huskies head coach led the Broncos to a pair of upset wins in the Fiesta Bowl as Peterson brought the boys on blue turf into the national spotlight. Now in his third season at Washington, Peterson has his new team in the center of the national spotlight once again. He might also be setting his team up to play in a rather large postseason game come January.
Miami, Richt Stand to Prove Plenty Against FSU - The Sports Post
When Mark Richt was hired back in December as the new football coach of the Miami Hurricanes, there was a lot of talk about the former quarterback bringing swagger back to a program that dominated in the 1980’s and early 2000’s. Richt has made it clear to his players, though, that they don’t have any swagger if they’re not winning football games. “Everyone wants to talk about bringing the swagger back,” Richt told his team before their win over Appalachian State last month.
Why Louisville Still Deserves CFP Consideration - The Sports Post
One yard. That’s how short the Louisville Cardinals were Saturday night from a first down. One that would have set up first-and-goal inside the waning seconds against the Clemson Tigers. Instead of potentially scoring a game-winning touchdown, the third-ranked Cardinals were left watching the fifth-ranked Tigers celebrate the upset 42-36 victory in what was the best college football game to date this season.
Undefeated Teams who have a Chance to Run the Table - The Sports Post
The first month of the college football season is officially over. As the season heads into October, there are still 27 Division I-FBS teams that remain unbeaten. Of those teams with perfect records, 19 of them are from a Power Five conference.
Conference Play Ramps Up During September's Final Weekend - TSP
It’s the final weekend of the first month of the college football season. That means things are starting to take shape. Many teams throughout the nation have played at least one conference game heading into this weekend. Or, they will play their first conference matchup this Saturday. We’ve seen some impressive performances, both individually and as a team, to start the season. Has there been a more impressive start to the season than Louisville and quarterback Lamar Jackson?
TSP's College Football Top 25: Louisville is For Real - The Sports Post
Three weeks into the college football season, and things are starting to take shape. We’ve seen marquee games filled with drama. Some wild finishes and upsets. And, we’ve seen some teams set themselves apart from the rest. Here is a breakdown of TSP’s Top 25: 1. Alabama (3-0) The reigning champions earned a hard-fought win over Ole Miss on Saturday, coming back from a double-digit deficit.
Sooners Or Bust? Big 12's CFB Playoff Hope is Fading - The Sports Post
Two weeks into the college football season and already there is a conference potentially playing for its College Football Playoff life this Saturday. Enter the Big 12. After an opening weekend loss to currently sixth-ranked Houston, the 14th-ranked Oklahoma Sooners are likely playing to keep their playoff hopes alive this weekend when they host third-ranked Ohio State at Gaylord Memorial Stadium in Norman (Saturday, 7:30 p.m.).
Meet the Next Group of Superstar College Quarterbacks - The Sports Post
Earlier this month, four young, true freshmen quarterbacks made their college debuts, captivating the nation and setting the stage for potentially mega college careers. Their performances also gave college football fans a look at the quarterbacks of the next three to four years. Ones who have already started to turn heads, and ones who might possibly be holding a bevy of hardware at the end of their careers.
CFB Week 1: LSU, Oklahoma Stumble - The Sports Post
The first Saturday of the college football season definitely did not disappoint. Several teams made strong opening statements, while some possibly cost themselves a chance at playing for a national championship. We saw great individual performances, some classy moves and even a team taking someone from the stands and putting them onto the field. Let’s look back at Week 1. Winners Houston: The 15th-ranked Cougars knocked off third-ranked Oklahoma 33-23, solidifying their spot in the top 25.
Ready, Set, Go: College Season Officially Kicks Off - The Sports Post
At last, the college football season is officially here. No more satellite camps. No more training camp news. It is time to put the toe against the rubber and kick off the 2016 season. Officially, the California Golden Bears were the first team to claim a victory this season, beating Hawaii last Friday night (err, Saturday in Australia). Thursday night there are 16 Division I-FBS games to get your football fix going.
Are We Ready? Previews, Starters, and Player Arrests - TSP
The college football season is less than a week away from kicking off, and there is no shortage of storylines. For one, teams throughout the country are continuing to name starting quarterbacks for the upcoming season. Stanford, Penn State and Southern California each named starting quarterbacks this week, among others. They joined the Florida Gators, who named Luke Del Rio their starting quarterback last week, as marquee teams who now have a signal caller.
NCAA Graduate Transfer Rules Need Re-shaping
Maurice Smith now wears No. 2. His helmet has a different logo on it and is a different shade of red. Smith, a fifth-year senior, is now a member of the Georgia Bulldogs after spending the first four years of his college career as a member of the Alabama Crimson Tide. He came to Georgia following his former defensive coordinator, and now Georgia head coach, Kirby Smart. The two built a relationship at Alabama, and Smith wanted to play his final year of eligibility under Smart.
Who Isn't Making the CFB Playoff This Season?
When the College Football Playoff went into effect for the 2014 season, the majority of the controversy surrounding college football’s National Championship was supposed to go away, along with the Bowl Championship Series (BCS). But not all the controversy is gone.
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