Philadelphia Phillies reliever Orion Kerkering made a costly error in Game 4 of the postseason, ending his team's season and allowing the Dodgers to advance. Despite the mistake, Kerkering received support from his teammates and Dodgers players, highlighting the human side of sports and the pressures athletes face. The incident serves as a reminder of the fine line between success and failure at the highest level.
Jonah Goldberg defends the expression of thoughts and prayers after mass shootings, arguing that such gestures are a basic human decency and social solidarity that should not be dismissed or shamed, and that they can serve as a foundation for further action and policy change.
Allu Arjun's recent arrest in connection with the Sandhya Theater Stampede case has unexpectedly garnered him public sympathy, despite initial anger over his delayed response to the incident. After spending a night in jail, he was granted interim bail, and the public's focus shifted to perceived government harassment. This incident marks a rare moment of widespread support for the actor, who has often faced mixed reactions throughout his career.
After a deadly school bus crash near Mustang Ridge, Texas, state leaders including Gov. Greg Abbott and Sen. Ted Cruz expressed sympathy and offered support to the affected community. The crash resulted in the deaths of a child on the bus and a man from a vehicle traveling behind the bus, prompting condolences and prayers from various local agencies and school districts.
Senator John Fetterman urges people to show restraint and compassion towards Lauren Boebert and her family after her son, Tyler Boebert, was arrested for multiple charges in Colorado. Fetterman emphasized the impact of social media cruelty on the family and called for understanding, despite his previous mocking of Boebert. In response, Boebert acknowledged her son's poor decisions and stated that he should be held accountable.
A Wall Street Journal poll reveals that while a majority of American voters support Israel in its conflict with Hamas, Democrats and young Americans are divided in their sympathies. Among Democrats, 24% sympathize more with Palestinians, 17% with Israelis, and 48% have equal sympathy for both sides. The divide is more pronounced among Democrats under 50, with 35% favoring Palestinians and 13% favoring Israelis. In contrast, Democrats over 50 show more sympathy for Israelis at 22% compared to 12% for Palestinians. The poll also indicates that 55% of Americans believe Israel is taking appropriate military action, while 25% think Israel is going too far. Overall, 42% of Americans sympathize more with Israelis, 12% with Palestinians, and 31% with both parties. The survey also highlights disapproval of President Biden's handling of the Middle East conflict and his overall work in office.
Today's horoscope advises avoiding important financial decisions and shopping during the moon alert period. People will feel sympathetic and may be inclined to help others or engage in charitable activities. Romantic and creative endeavors will be favored, but it is important to be patient and avoid arguments about shared finances or responsibilities.
A deep divide within the Democratic Party over the Israel-Palestine conflict persists, with younger, liberal members increasingly sympathizing with Palestinians. Recent polls show that Democrats and younger Americans are less likely than Republicans and seniors to support Israel and view helping the Jewish state as important. Despite a jump in overall support for Israel among Americans, partisan and generational divides remain. The divisions exist among Democratic voters as well, highlighting the potential split between party leaders and the younger, more liberal base. Age and ideology appear to be driving the divide, with younger Americans and self-described liberals showing less support for Israel. The complexity of the conflict and the need for nuance in understanding sympathies are emphasized, as individuals can support Israelis while being critical of the Netanyahu government, or support Palestinians while opposing Hamas.
Amanda Seyfried, who played Elizabeth Holmes in "The Dropout," said that Holmes' 11-year prison sentence is "fair," but she sympathizes for Holmes' two kids. Seyfried won an Emmy and a Golden Globe Award for her portrayal of Holmes in the miniseries. Holmes reported to a women's prison in Bryan, Texas, on Tuesday to start serving her sentence.
