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Ryanair Fined €256M in Italy Over Abusive Sales Strategy
business2 months ago

Ryanair Fined €256M in Italy Over Abusive Sales Strategy

Ryanair was fined €256 million by Italy's competition authority for abusing its dominant market position by implementing strategies to hinder online travel agencies from selling its tickets, aiming to force sales through its own website, which the airline plans to appeal. The authority accused Ryanair of creating technical obstacles and restricting competition, while the airline argued that its direct sales model benefits consumers with lower fares. Despite the fine, Ryanair remains highly valuable and is planning a leadership transition.

Rico Dowdle Fined for 'Two-Pump' Celebration, Turns Fine into Fundraiser
sports3 months ago

Rico Dowdle Fined for 'Two-Pump' Celebration, Turns Fine into Fundraiser

Panthers running back Rico Dowdle was fined $14,491 by the NFL for an obscene 'two-pump' touchdown celebration, which also led to a penalty and missed extra point, but the Panthers still won the game. The celebration was inspired by a Key & Peele skit, and Dowdle's fundraising for a children's charity has exceeded $27,000, with support from comedian Keegan Michael-Key.

Rico Dowdle turns NFL fine for 'two-pump' celebration into a message of hope
sports3 months ago

Rico Dowdle turns NFL fine for 'two-pump' celebration into a message of hope

Rico Dowdle was fined $14,491 by the NFL for a celebratory dance after scoring a touchdown, which was considered an obscene gesture. Instead of paying the fine himself, he turned it into a charitable act by starting a fundraiser to support children in foster care in North Carolina, with all proceeds going to the Children's Home Society of North Carolina.

Cardinals fine Coach Gannon $100K for sideline altercation with Demercado
sports4 months ago

Cardinals fine Coach Gannon $100K for sideline altercation with Demercado

Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon was fined $100,000 for inappropriate sideline interactions with player Emari Demercado during a game, highlighting NFL's stance on coach conduct and emphasizing the importance of respectful behavior. Gannon apologized, and no further league action was taken, but the incident underscores the need for professional conduct in football.