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'Red One' Delivers Record-Breaking Success on RobloxNoneSinger Madonna seemed puzzled over ironing as she juggled an iron in one hand and a beverage in the other while gearing up for a soccer mom day. The 66-year-old pop legend and mother to six — Lourdes Leon (26), Rocco Ritchie (22), David Banda Ciccone (17), Mercy James Ciccone (16), along with 10-year-old twins Estere and Stelle Ciccone — offered fans an intimate glimpse into her bustling life as a mom. On Monday, she shared her experience taking her children to football practice and cheering at a game by Asphalt Green Soccer Club in New York . Taking to Instagram she posted several photos showing her family moments. Madonna, 66, 'splits from boyfriend Akeem Morris, 28, after running into same issue' Madonna 'stuffed face' with anti-Trump cake as she slams Election Day results The first image featured her clenching an iron and swirling a cocktail. She captioned it: "Soccer Momming.............. Don't give me an Iron and a Drink at the same time!" Additional photos captured her rinsing tights in a sink and spending quality time with her youngest daughters. Having previously confessed parenting is an ongoing learning journey, Madonna told Vanity Fair in January last year: "Even today, I struggle to understand how to be a mother and do my job. Because, however it goes, whoever you are, having children and raising children is a work of art." She previously stated: "No one gives you a manual [on motherhood]. You have to learn from your mistakes. It is a profession that requires a lot of time. And it is exhausting because there is never rest." Madonna also admitted to feeling envious of her eldest daughter, Lourdes, affectionately known as Lola, whose father is actor Carlos Leon. DON'T MISS... Michael Jackson told Lisa Marie Presley 'I'm still a virgin' when they first met [INSIGHT] Madonna breaks silence over brother Christopher's death with heartbreaking post [COMMENT] Madonna makes dramatic entrance to Milan Fashion Week with black veil [PICTURES] In a past interview with Vogue, she said: "[Lourdes] is insanely talented. I'm green with envy because she's incredible at everything she does – she's an incredible dancer, she's a great actress, she plays the piano beautifully, she's way better than me in the talent department. But she doesn't have the same drive, and again, I feel social media plagues her and makes her feel like, 'People are going to give me things because I'm her daughter.'" She continued: "I try to give her examples of other children of celebrities like Zoë Kravitz, for instance, who have to work through that 'Oh yeah, you're the daughter of...' – and then eventually you are taken seriously for what you do. You just have to keep going." Madonna concluded by saying: "But does she have the same drive that I have? No. But she also has a mother, and I didn't. She grew up with money, and I didn't. So everything is going to be different. But what can I do? I can't fixate on it. I just have to do my best."
Antonio Brown has always got jokes. The former NFL star and social media presence has gotten in hot water for making fun of pretty much everyone. He decided to keep his trolling streak going on November 26, when he targeted Kim Kardashian . While most celebrities have been supportive of Kardashian taking an interest in law, AB decided to target the celebrity's intelligence with a meme from a classic Adam Sandler movie. No caption needed, the message was loud and clear. Kim Kardashian posted a photo of herself to Instagram with the caption: "law school." As we previously noted, the celebrity's foray into law has been met with praise from fans. But this particular post turned a few heads. Fans were perplexed as to why Kardashian was still in law school. Especially since a standard law degree takes three years. Antonio Brown saw a wide opening with regards to mockery, and he took it. He posted a photo of Adam Sandler from the 1995 cult classic Billy Madison . Sandler's titular character sits among elementary school students while AB's caption reads: "Kim Kardashian begins year 7 of law school." Read More: Young Thug Reunites With Antonio Brown In The Studio After His Release The plot of Billy Madison sees Sandler's character attend grades 1-12 in an attempt to inherit his dad's fortune. Antonio Brown knew exactly what he was doing when he posted the photo, and fans flocked to the comment section with laughing emojis. Kim Kardashian has spoken at length about her aspiration to become a lawyer. She cited her late father, Robert Kardashian, as her biggest career influence. She also admitted that she failed her first year of law school, which has likely contributed to her lengthy degree process. Kim Kardashian provided an update on her law school progress during a 2023 appearance on Today. "I'm still studying," she conceded. "I'm actually in constitutional law 1 and 2 right now. Not the biggest fan of it, I've been sharing my struggle. But with that said, I took a midterm yesterday. I got 100 percent... That gives me that boost of confidence again just to push through." Kim Kardashian will not be deterred from achieving her dream, even if people like Antonio Brown are going to clown her for it.Fraudster doctor jailed for 13 more months for blocking investigators
On the evening of Sunday, December 29, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter , who was also a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, passed away at the age of 100. His son confirmed the news of his death without specifying the cause. In February 2023, following multiple hospitalizations, the Carter Center announced that the former president had decided to forego further medical treatment and return home to receive only palliative care. In his last public appearance two months ago, Carter celebrated his 100th birthday in the garden of his Georgia home, surrounded by family and friends. Last November, his wife of 77 years, Rosalynn, passed away. Carter had expressed his desire to live long enough to vote for Kamala Harris as President of the United States, telling his son Chip, “I’m trying to hold on so I can vote for Harris.” Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, served from January 20, 1977, to January 20, 1981. He secured his party’s nomination on the first ballot at the 1976 Democratic National Convention and won the election on November 2, 1976. Key foreign policy achievements during his administration included the Panama Canal treaties, the Camp David Accords, the Egypt-Israel peace treaty, the SALT II treaty with the Soviet Union, and the establishment of diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China. Carter championed human rights worldwide. Domestically, his administration enacted a comprehensive energy program through the newly created Department of Energy, deregulated various industries, and passed significant environmental legislation, including the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act, which doubled the size of the national park system and tripled wilderness areas. James Earl Carter Jr. was born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, and grew up in nearby Archery. His father was a farmer and businessman, and his mother was a nurse. Carter graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1946, served in the Navy as a submariner, and pursued graduate studies in reactor technology and nuclear physics. After his father’s death in 1953, he returned to Georgia to manage the family farm and engage in community leadership. In 1982, Carter became a Distinguished Professor at Emory University and co-founded the Carter Center with his wife Rosalynn. The non-partisan, non-profit center addresses global public policy issues, including conflict resolution, human rights, and disease prevention. Under Carter’s leadership, the center played a pivotal role in Guinea worm disease eradication efforts and conducted election monitoring in over 100 countries. Carter authored 32 books on topics ranging from politics and history to poetry and personal reflections. He and Rosalynn volunteered annually with Habitat for Humanity and remained active in their Baptist church in Plains. Carter received the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize for his decades-long efforts to find peaceful solutions to conflicts, promote democracy, and advance social and economic development. Explore related questionsWhat’s my age again? (And how should I dress to suit it?)
Union announce offseason roster moves, part with Leon FlachIf you're going Black Friday shopping this week, here are a couple of tips to help you from falling victim to a scam. AUSTIN, Texas - The Black Friday shopping frenzy is just a few short days away, whether you're headed to a store or online. "We're going to see a record number this year," said Jason Meza, with the Better Business Bureau Serving the Heart of Texas. If you're going to be hitting the brick-and-mortar stores, it's important to read the fine print before you go. "Every doorbuster sale has exclusions. Discounts have terms," said Meza. "Usually it's between these hours, in-store purchases, no return policies. All that is built into a discount or deal. Everybody wants to bargain, but at what price are you willing to take for that deal?" That's why it's key to clarify those policies ahead of time. It's also important to read product reviews of those big-ticket items, compare prices among retailers, and beware of gift card scams. Yes, scammers are now stealing numbers off of gift cards, before you even buy them in the store. Imagine living next to a new neighborhood development, but the developer never finishes construction. That's the reality for some people in South Austin, who say a so-called "ghost neighborhood" is unsightly and potentially dangerous. "As soon as you register it, the funds will go away," said Meza. To avoid getting ripped off, check the gift card closely. "Make sure that the packaging isn't tampered with and then register it on site with the cashier. That way they can verify the amount is on that card," said Meza. If you miss a deal in-store on a sought-after item, be very careful when trying to find it online. You could get saddled with a fake. "Nike is the most frequently impersonated brand," said Meza. "Other top brands like NFL clothing, Apple gadgets, Louis Vuitton handbags, Tiffany Jewelry, Lego." MORE 7 ON YOUR SIDE STORIES: Often times these knockoff items come from knockoff websites. "We see it could be one character or one number off from the real retailer's URL website that people end up on through social media through a link that came through an email, and that one character will make all the difference. You pay money for an item that never comes, or if it does, it's a counterfeit or a knockoff." If you plan to shop online, especially on Cyber Monday, you want to avoid following email or social media links. Instead, sign up for deals directly with the retailer. You should always double-check those URLs, use a credit card instead of a debit card, and check your statement and credit report afterward to make sure there are no fraudulent charges. Whether you're shopping virtually or in person, remember to get that gift receipt, just in case. "Gift receipts go a long way online as well. Make sure the recipient can return that item," said Meza. Also, this holiday season, the Better Business Bureau recommends avoiding those Secret Santa or Secret Shopper deals online. Often times, those are scams. The Source: Information from interviews conducted by FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak
NFC's No. 1 seed comes down to Vikings-Lions showdown at Detroit in Week 18Taoiseach Simon Harris has insisted he is not aware that any member of his team tried to get RTE to take down a viral social media clip of a much-criticised encounter with a disability care worker. The Fine Gael leader was asked about the controversy in the first question posed during the second and final TV leaders’ debate of Ireland’s General Election campaign. Mr Harris apologised over the weekend for his handling of the discussion with Charlotte Fallon while canvassing in Kanturk in Co Cork on Friday evening. READ MORE - McDonald clashes with Harris and Martin during final leaders' debate READ MORE - Simon Harris admits RTÉ was offered 'statement' to go with viral video of exchange with upset carer The Taoiseach was accused of dismissing concerns that Ms Fallon raised about Government support for the disability sector during the exchange filmed by RTE in a supermarket. Mr Harris rang Ms Fallon on Saturday and said he unreservedly apologised for the way he treated her, however focus has since shifted to Fine Gael’s interactions with the national broadcaster about the social media video. At the outset of Tuesday’s TV debate, co-host Miriam O’Callaghan directly asked the Fine Gael leader whether a member of his party contacted RTE to ask for the clip to be taken down. “I have no knowledge of that whatsoever, because this clip was entirely appropriate,” said Mr Harris. “It was a very important moment on the campaign. “And RTE and indeed many media outlets have been with me throughout the campaign, covering many interactions that I’ve had with many, many people right across this country.” The Taoiseach said the approach by his team member was part of the “normal contact that happens between party politics and broadcasters on a daily basis”. Mr Harris’s partner-in-government in the last coalition, Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin, said he was not aware of the approach to RTE by Fine Gael. “I didn’t realise this had happened,” he said. “I think Simon has given his explanation to it. I’m not sure it’s as normal or as usual. I just get on with it every day. But, again, I think, you know, I’m not au fait with the details behind all of this, or the background to it. “The video didn’t come down, and it was seen by many, many people. “And I think it illustrates that out there, there are a lot of people suffering in our society. “Notwithstanding the progress we’ve made as a country, a lot of people are facing a lot of individual challenges, and our job as public representatives and as leaders in travelling the country is to listen to people, hear their cases, to understand the challenges that they are going through in their lives. “And when we go about in election campaigns, we have to open up ourselves to criticism and to people calling us to account.” Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald had earlier in the day described reports of the Fine Gael approach to RTE as “chilling”. However, at the start of the debate, she was asked about a media-focused issue related to her own party, namely the controversial manifesto proposal for an independent expert review of RTE’s objectivity in its coverage of the war in Gaza and other international conflicts. Mr Harris previously branded the proposal a “dog whistle to conspiracy theorists” while Mr Martin said it was a “dangerous departure”. Ms McDonald defended the idea during the RTE Prime Time debate on Tuesday. “Politics and politicians should not try to influence editorial decisions or try and have clips taken down because they are inconvenient to them,” she said. “There has to be distance, there has to be objectivity. But I would say I am struck by the very defensive reaction from some to this (the review proposal). “The BBC, for example, a peer review looked at their coverage on migration. Politicians didn’t put their hands on it, and rightly so. “I think in a world where we have to rely on quality information, especially from the national broadcaster, which is in receipt of very substantial public funding, that has to be the gold standard of reliability. I think peer reviews like that are healthy.” It comes as Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald said on Tuesday before the debate that "Micheál Martin is absolutely determined to put Fine Gael back in government”. “I can't fathom that,” she said. “I think, by any measure, if you're actually listening to people out on the ground in the course of this campaign, people are telling everybody that they are struggling, that they are suffering, in many instances, that they are left behind. “Some feel very betrayed by the government, particularly younger people.” Clare Daly, an independent candidate in Dublin Central, stated on Tuesday during a press conference in the Clonliffe House pub that the “idea of a left alliance and Sinn Féin being involved in that alternative government is something that should definitely be explored”. She said: “That’s very strongly the view we’re getting on the doorsteps, that people want a change. “Sometimes change is presented as something to be feared. ‘Oh if we take that step, will it be worse off?’ “But many people are already in that place now, where they say, “Well, we can't be worse off’.” Ms Daly also defended herself following criticism of her stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. She argued that her position on the war in “Ukraine and Palestine are identical” and she wants a “ceasefire and a negotiated settlement”. She also stated that Sinn Féin is now saying the same as its manifesto calls for a “coordinated and concerted effort” to “secure an end to the hostilities”. She added: “I’m never called a Netanyahu puppet. I’m called a Putin puppet. “I have voted for every single resolution to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine, to respect the territorial integrity of that country, and to argue for a negotiated settlement, which means the people of Ukraine and the people of Russia or their governments deciding.” Elsewhere, Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman stated that a “government propped up by Independent TDs could be a “recipe for absolute chaos”. He warned of the consequences of having what he described as “right-wing independents” making up the government formation after Friday’s election. Elsewhere, Fine Gael’s Paschal Donohoe was forced to do a U-turn on appearing on a television debate. Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty accused Mr Donohoe of “chickening out” of the debate. Ms Donohoe’s spokeswoman initially did not refute suggestions he was not taking part in the debate. She later said: “There was a mix-up, on our side, in terms of the scheduling of the debate, which has now been rectified. Minister Donohoe glad to be able to debate the economy on [Tuesday night’s] show. Join the Irish Mirror’s breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive breaking news and the latest headlines direct to your phone. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice .Spawning salmon return to urban Vancouver streams, inspire conservationGRASS LAKE, MI - Not everyone loves math as much as Lesley Choate does, but she thinks any student can learn to be comfortable with numbers in her classroom. Choate, 37, first fell in love with the field of mathematics while attending Bedford Public Schools in her hometown of Temperance. Her eighth-grade math teacher made the subject fun and engaging like no other teacher had before. Choate said she works hard to ensure her lessons are accessible even for so-called “math haters.” Following her graduation from Western Michigan University in 2011, Choate taught math for Kalamazoo Public Schools for three years before getting a job teaching academically at-risk students for the Pennfield School District in the Battle Creek area. By 2016, Choate had made the move to Grass Lake both personally and professionally. In addition to finding her way back into a math classroom, the move allowed her to live closer to the hometown of her husband - a Jackson County native - as well bringing her closer to her own family in Temperance. Now in her 13th year as an educator, Choate said she’s right where she wants to be teaching eighth grade math and algebra at Grass Lake Middle School. Choate sat down with MLive/Jackson Citizen Patriot to talk about the trust and friendship she’s built with her peers and pupils at Grass Lake Community Schools, and the dedication she feels for making math a little easier for everyone. Jackson Citizen Patriot: Was there a specific moment or experience that inspired you to get into the field of education? Lesley Choate : I don’t think there was a specific thing, but when I was growing up I did baton-twirling, and I would love to help the little kids - I did a bit of coaching in middle school and high school. I just knew that I loved teaching and helping. I know I wanted to help - I wanted to be a cheerleader for these kids. That’s pretty much what made me want to be a teacher. Also, when I was in eighth grade, I had a math teacher at Bedford, Mr. (Brad) Reed, who really made me start to love math. I was like “I can do this - this is fun!” I actually don’t remember much of my math education up until that point. When I got to that class and realized how much fun it was, that’s when I decided I wanted to teach math. JCP: Why was working in the field you’re in such a calling for you? Choate : I know mathematics can be tricky for some kids. “I’m not a math person” they’ll say. I don’t really belief in that - I wanted to make math approachable for everyone, so even if you feel like you aren’t a math person, I want to make you feel like you can do it and be successful at it. It might be a little hard, but I want to give kids the tools to be successful at it even if it wasn’t their favorite thing. Do I want them to love math? Absolutely, but I get it and not everyone loves math. I want them to at least enjoy it while they’re here and get something out of the class, and I think the kids usual respect that I’m accepting of them no matter what their love for math is. JCP: Is there a specific moment from your career that you would consider to be the most rewarding? Choate : I got my masters degree in educational technology, and I think that has set me up for success and has led to some very rewarding things. I’ve gotten to do educational conferences, and in my building I' kind of the go-to tech person, and I feel like that’s been the most rewarding thing because like I said, I just love helping and I love teaching, so that background has allowed me to do those things, and I find a lot of joy in doing that. JCP: The field of education has changed and evolved in several ways in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic - in what ways, if any, have you changed or evolved in your role in the past few years? Choate : Being on Zoom helped me get a true insight into these children’s lives. They’re going through things, and when you see them on Zoom, you see things like sibling in the background and all the life that they’re experiencing every day. COVID really helped me see the whole child and what they’re going through - that they’re not just a student, they’re all these other things as well. I think it also gave me a great opportunity to pull into my educational technology background and really get to play with the fun new technology that’s out there. Since COVID, I feel like we’ve made a lot of progress with how we can use technology in the classroom, because we were kind of forced to with COVID. JCP: What is your favorite part of your job? Choate : I have a couple, because I really do love my job. I love my co-workers and the team that I’m with. My principal is wonderful, and I love the kids. I love reading to them every day when they come in and just trying to cheer them up and showing that positivity and kindness, no matter what they give back to me. If they’re having a crappy day, I’m still going to be kind, because you don’t know what’s causing them to have a bad day. As cheesy as it sounds, my favorite part is being able to encourage students and lift them up. If you know a K-12 educator in Jackson or Washtenaw counties who might make a good subject for the weekly “Meet the Teacher” series, send an email with their contact information to mkukulka@mlive.com . If you would like more reporting like this delivered free to your inbox, click here and signup for our weekly newsletter: Michigan Schools. Want more Jackson-area news? Bookmark the local Jackson news page or sign up for the free “ 3@3 Jackson ” daily newsletter.
“You need to start dressing your age; you look like a skater,” a co-worker jocularly told me as I let out a whiny chortle to disguise my unease. I felt momentarily disarmed by the comment because the only skater I knew of was pioneering board rider Tony Hawk – and he dressed like a Mormon. Radical, dude: Brendan Foster was left puzzled after some unprompted fashion advice. Credit: WAtoday I wasn’t deeply wounded by the parting barb, but it got me marinating on what toggery was befitting for someone tumbling into their late 50s. Granted, there was something transparently pretentious about the outfit I was wearing that warranted a bit of ribbing: a $100 pair of Converse boots, designer shorts, and a check western shirt from the funky, clothing outlet Get Lucky in Fremantle. There’s a good chance I would punch someone in the ear if they called me an ageing hapless hipster, but if the shoe fits. But is there a cut-off point for men of my vintage when it comes to frocking up like a more sophisticated Dude (minus the bathrobe) from the brilliant Coen Brothers movie The Big Lebowski ? There was probably more symbolic value to my outfit than I was willing to admit, and most psychiatrists would have a field day with my wardrobe. But should I just ungracefully step into a pair of elasticated trousers as my body starts to betray itself? Whatever threads I cobbled together, there was a premeditated plan and that was to feel good. At the risk of sounding reactionary, it’s a pretty harmless way to elevate your style and wellbeing, regardless of your age. I doubt the people who created the labels I sport had my demography in mind when they were coming up with a new summer range. And I haven’t stumbled across any mannequins dressed in homeless chic. (Before I go any further, I just want to sincerely acknowledge the brutal, constant ugliness women have endured from online trolls for donning certain attire. I am nothing more than a non-playing character in the game of fashion cruelties). So, what the hell should I be wearing as I reluctantly wobble into my autumn years? Remarkably, given the endless disappointing dross you can find online, there is bugger-all advice when it comes to age-appropriate apparel for chaps like me. Maybe the lack of meaningful information is because there is just an expectation, hat we decrepit dudes will morph into Alf Stewart from Home and Away . I mean, when you turn 65, does your WA Seniors Card rock up the mail with a free pair of brown sandals, grey supermarket slacks, white singlets, and handkerchiefs? The pants come with clear instructions on how to hitch them above your navel and an ankle bracelet that sets off an alarm if you attempt to enter any designer stores. There is a secret sect of khaki-dressed, police that re-educates Bohemian Boomers who dare rock a bucket hat, knee-length shorts, and old-school Puma runners. Or maybe men don’t grasp what sociologist Julia Twigg calls “the changing room moment” when it comes to us blokes realising we are too old for certain items. Professor Twigg interviewed men aged between 58 and 85 who were surprisingly comfortable in the kit they’d worn most of their lives. “It is clear men have a different relationship to dress from women, and the research shows that this continues into later life,” she said. “There is less in the way of age anxiety in their choices.” It’s not uncommon for the male species to adopt a certain look in their early 20s and be buried in the first suit they bought 60 years ago. If you disregard the nexus to money, which has allowed me to buy clothing that isn’t from charity shops, my style hasn’t changed since the early 90s. I still have an unhealthy amount of corduroy pants and jackets in my wardrobe and retro shirts and sneakers. There is something comforting and reassuring about finding your own style and a certain empowerment for not caring (and caring) about what you wear. We can delude ourselves that the rags we pluck from the cupboard are not calculated pieces of composition because the pair of tracky-dacks and favourite band T-shirt you just reached for, still make you feel content. The right duds give us confidence. No matter what our age. Hey, if you’re unconvinced, here are some scientific facts. In a paper published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology , Adam Galinsky and his co-author Hajo Adam coined the term “enclothed cognition”, which describes the systematic influence that clothes have on the wearer’s psychological processes. The pair believed our garbs had the power to not only impact our mood but also influence the way we feel and interact with the world. “With enclothed cognition, the key idea is not just the wearing of clothes, but the symbolic meaning of the clothes one is wearing,” Galinsky says. I’m not sure the method worked on existentialist thinker John-Paul Sartre, who spent most of his life dressed as a Parisian bus driver. Adam and Galinsky’s theory could also be applied to the workplace, where our cognitive functions or moods shift when we see a person in certain professional attire. I, for one, would feel more assured about getting a rectal exam from a person wearing a stethoscope and lab coat than someone in high-vis. Despite our persistent denial, our clothes send out signals. They play a critical role in shaping our perceptions of who we are. Whether or not my clobber signified to my colleague that I may have missed the “changing room moment”, it didn’t matter. Whatever our generation, the get-up we choose to wear can make us feel attractive, stylish and jolly. As the Shakespeare saying goes, “apparel oft proclaims the man”. Even if that person chooses not to dress their age. Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter .Bluff or existential threat? As Trump vows tariffs on all imports from Canada, Mexico and China, leaders wonder if he's serious
BOSTON — Forty years ago, Heisman Trophy winner Doug Flutie rolled to his right and threw a pass that has become one of college football’s most iconic moments. With Boston College trailing defending champion Miami, Flutie threw the Hail Mary and found receiver Gerard Phalen, who made the grab while falling into the end zone behind a pair of defenders for a game-winning 48-yard TD. Flutie and many of his 1984 teammates were honored on the field during BC’s 41-21 victory over North Carolina before the second quarter on Saturday afternoon, the anniversary of the Eagles’ Miracle in Miami. “There’s no way its been 40 years,” Flutie told The Associated Press on the sideline a few minutes before he walked out with some of his former teammates to be recognized after a video of The Play was shown on the scoreboards. A statue commemorating Doug Flutie's famed "Hail Mary" pass during a game against Miami on Nov. 23, 1994, sits outside Alumni Stadium at Boston College. Famous football plays often attain a legendary status with religious names like the "Immaculate Reception," the "Hail Mary" pass and the Holy Roller fumble. It’s a moment and highlight that’s not only played throughout decades of BC students and fans, but around the college football world. “What is really so humbling is that the kids 40 years later are wearing 22 jerseys, still,” Flutie said of his old number. “That amazes me.” That game was played on national TV the Friday after Thanksgiving. The ironic thing is it was originally scheduled for earlier in the season before CBS paid Rutgers to move its game against Miami, thus setting up the BC-Miami post-holiday matchup. Boston College quarterback Doug Flutie rejoices in his brother Darren's arms after B.C. defeats Miami with a last second touchdown pass on Nov. 23, 1984, in Miami. “It shows you how random some things are, that the game was moved,” Flutie said. “The game got moved to the Friday after Thanksgiving, which was the most watched game of the year. We both end up being nationally ranked and up there. All those things lent to how big the game itself was, and made the pass and the catch that much more relevant and remembered because so many people were watching.” There’s a statue of Flutie winding up to make The Pass outside the north gates at Alumni Stadium. Fans and visitors can often be seen taking photos there. “In casual conversation, it comes up every day,” Flutie said, when asked how many times people bring it up. “It brings a smile to my face every time we talk about it.” A week after the game-ending Flutie pass, the Eagles beat Holy Cross and before he flew off to New York to accept the Heisman. They went on to win the 49th Cotton Bowl on New Year’s Day. Boston College quarterback Doug Flutie evades Miami defensive tackle Kevin Fagan during the first quarter of a game on Nov. 23, 1984, in Miami, Fla. “Forty years seem almost like incomprehensible,” said Phalen, also standing on the sideline a few minutes after the game started. “I always say to Doug: ‘Thank God for social media. It’s kept it alive for us.”’ Earlier this week, current BC coach Bill O’Brien, 55, was asked if he remembered where he was 40 years ago. “We were eating Thanksgiving leftovers in my family room,” he said. “My mom was saying a Rosary in the kitchen because she didn’t like Miami and wanted BC to win. My dad, my brother and I were watching the game. “It was unbelievable,” he said. “Everybody remembers where they were for the Hail Mary, Flutie pass.” Mike Tyson, left, slaps Jake Paul during a weigh-in ahead of their heavyweight bout, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, in Irving, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) In this image taken with a slow shutter speed, Spain's tennis player Rafael Nadal serves during a training session at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall, in Malaga, southern Spain, on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) A fan takes a picture of the moon prior to a qualifying soccer match for the FIFA World Cup 2026 between Uruguay and Colombia in Montevideo, Uruguay, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Santiago Mazzarovich) Rasmus Højgaard of Denmark reacts after missing a shot on the 18th hole in the final round of World Tour Golf Championship in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) Taylor Fritz of the United States reacts during the final match of the ATP World Tour Finals against Italy's Jannik Sinner at the Inalpi Arena, in Turin, Italy, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Antonio Calanni) India's Tilak Varma jumps in the air as he celebrates after scoring a century during the third T20 International cricket match between South Africa and India, at Centurion Park in Centurion, South Africa, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe) Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski warms up before facing the Seattle Kraken in an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) Kansas State players run onto the field before an NCAA college football game against Arizona State Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Manhattan, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) A fan rapped in an Uruguay flag arrives to the stands for a qualifying soccer match against Colombia for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Montevideo, Uruguay, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Matilde Campodonico) People practice folding a giant United States flag before an NFL football game between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Brazil's Marquinhos attempts to stop the sprinklers that were turned on during a FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying soccer match against Venezuela at Monumental stadium in Maturin, Venezuela, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos) Dallas Stars center Mavrik Bourque, right, attempts to score while Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman (38) and Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson (32) keep the puck out of the net during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt) Mike Tyson, left, fights Jake Paul during their heavyweight boxing match, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) Italy goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario misses the third goal during the Nations League soccer match between Italy and France, at the San Siro stadium in Milan, Italy, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno) Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki (88) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Cincinnati, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster) President-elect Donald Trump attends UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) Fans argue in stands during the UEFA Nations League soccer match between France and Israel at the Stade de France stadium in Saint-Denis, outside Paris, Thursday Nov. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus) Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova hits a return against Danielle Collins, of the United States, during a tennis match at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, in Malaga, southern Spain. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) St. John's guard RJ Luis Jr. (12) falls after driving to the basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against New Mexico, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) England's Anthony Gordon celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the UEFA Nations League soccer match between England and the Republic of Ireland at Wembley stadium in London, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung) Katie Taylor, left, lands a right to Amanda Serrano during their undisputed super lightweight title bout, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DJ Turner, right, tackles Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington, left, on a punt return during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) UConn's Paige Bueckers (5) battles North Carolina's Laila Hull, right, for a loose ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Greensboro, N.C., Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown) Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert (1) fails to pull in a pass against Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/ Brynn Anderson) Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love, top right, scores a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh) Georgia's Georges Mikautadze celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the UEFA Nations League, group B1 soccer match between Georgia and Ukraine at the AdjaraBet Arena in Batumi, Georgia, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Tamuna Kulumbegashvili) Respond: Write a letter to the editor | Write a guest opinion Subscribe to stay connected to Tucson. A subscription helps you access more of the local stories that keep you connected to the community. Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!Warner Bros. Discovery Sued For Misleading Investors On NBA Before Losing ItAccording to Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter, Apple has no ‘meaningful’ plans to refresh AirPods Max after the introduction of the USB-C model earlier this year. If you were waiting for a bigger refresh with a newer chip, improved noise cancellation, or anything else – you’re out of luck. Apple introduced AirPods Max in December 2020 at the high price of $549, and left them unchanged for nearly four years. We later got a USB-C version in September 2024, with some refreshed colors, but that was it. No upgrade to the H2 chip, no adaptive audio, or anything substantial. According to Gurman, AirPods Max at their $549 price tag aren’t quite worth Apple’s time: The headphones aren’t a hot enough seller to justify pouring money into development, but they’re also not a big enough flop to kill them outright. If you’ve ever been to an upscale gym in Los Angeles or New York, you can see these $550 headphones have a market — even with the high price and outdated technology. Gurman believes that Apple will keep AirPods Max around in their current form for the “foreseeable future”, so it might be a couple years before we see a truly updated model. What do you think of AirPods Max in their current form? Let us know in the comments. According to Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter, Apple has no ‘meaningful’ plans to refresh AirPods Max after the introduction of the USB-C model earlier this year. If you were waiting for a bigger refresh with a newer chip, improved noise cancellation, or anything else – you’re out of luck. Apple introduced AirPods Max in December 2020 at the high price of $549, and left them unchanged for nearly four years. We later got a USB-C version in September 2024, with some refreshed colors, but that was it. No upgrade to the H2 chip, no adaptive audio, or anything substantial. According to Gurman, AirPods Max at their $549 price tag aren’t quite worth Apple’s time: The headphones aren’t a hot enough seller to justify pouring money into development, but they’re also not a big enough flop to kill them outright. If you’ve ever been to an upscale gym in Los Angeles or New York, you can see these $550 headphones have a market — even with the high price and outdated technology. Gurman believes that Apple will keep AirPods Max around in their current form for the “foreseeable future”, so it might be a couple years before we see a truly updated model. What do you think of AirPods Max in their current form? Let us know in the comments.
