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GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs left his team’s game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday because of a concussion. Doubs’ injury came on a third-quarter play in the end zone that resulted in a pass interference penalty against San Francisco’s Renardo Green. Doubs stayed down briefly after the play, then got up slowly before heading to the sideline. He went into the injury tent before walking to the locker room. The Packers then announced Doubs was out for the rest of the game because of a concussion. He had three catches for 54 yards before leaving. San Francisco defensive tackle Jordan Elliott left in the first half of the game to get evaluated for a concussion and was ruled out at halftime. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Steve Megargee, The Associated PressWomen's Top 25 roundup: No. 23 Michigan fends off NorthwesternFran Lebowitz, the iconic American author and social critic, is known for her sharp wit, incisive commentary, and ability to navigate the complexities of human nature and modern society. Though Lebowitz herself is a writer of note, she has often shared her literary tastes and recommended books that have shaped her worldview. Here are five books recommended by Fran Lebowitz that are worth reading for their depth, humour, and cultural significance. 1. The Portable Dorothy Parker by Dorothy Parker Dorothy Parker is celebrated for her sharp, sardonic wit and her biting observations on life, love, and society. The Portable Dorothy Parker is a compilation of her most beloved works, including poetry, short stories, and essays. This collection showcases Parker's distinctive voice, blending humor with heartbreak, often centered around the complexity of human relationships and the absurdities of life. Lebowitz has frequently praised Parker for her boldness and ability to confront the dark sides of human nature with humor. As a writer who also blends wit with critique, Lebowitz aligns herself with Parker's style. The mix of dark humor and genuine emotional depth in Parker's work resonates with Lebowitz's own literary sensibilities, making this a must-read for fans of acerbic, insightful commentary. 2. The Diaries of Dawn Powell: 1931-1965 by Dawn Powell The Diaries of Dawn Powell is a revealing collection of entries spanning over three decades, offering an intimate look at the life of one of America's great literary figures. Powell, known for her novels and plays, recorded her thoughts on writing, love, friendships, and her experiences in New York City. The diaries are filled with sharp observations, humor, and candid reflections on the people and events that shaped her life. Fran Lebowitz has often expressed admiration for writers who are able to candidly reflect on their lives and the world around them. In Powell's diaries, she finds a similar blend of sharp observation and personal honesty that Lebowitz herself strives for in her own writing. Powell's wit and social insight, paired with her introspective exploration of the artist’s life, appeal to Lebowitz’s sensibility as a writer who values truth-telling, even when it is uncomfortable. 3. Queer Street by James McCourt Queer Street by James McCourt is a novel that delves into the complexities of identity, desire, and social expectations. Set in New York City, the book explores the lives of a group of eccentric, artistic characters who navigate the challenges of living in a world that doesn't quite understand them. McCourt's writing is both deeply literary and outrageously humorous, offering a critique of societal norms while celebrating individuality. Lebowitz has long been an advocate for individuality and nonconformity, values that are central to McCourt's novel. The book's exploration of sexual identity and societal judgment resonates with Lebowitz's own views on societal norms and the importance of embracing uniqueness. McCourt’s narrative, filled with humor and tenderness, aligns with Lebowitz’s own style of critiquing societal structures with wit and insight. 4. Instant Lives And More by Howard Moss, Drawings by Edward Gorey Instant Lives and More by Howard Moss is a quirky and delightful collection of short biographical sketches. Each entry is a snapshot of a famous figure, rendered in a humorous and slightly surreal light. Moss’s prose is accompanied by illustrations by the renowned Edward Gorey, adding a layer of whimsy and dark humour to the already playful text. Fran Lebowitz appreciates the intersection of wit and art, and Instant Lives and More embodies this perfectly. The book’s unique format—biographies paired with illustrations—offers a humorous, satirical perspective on famous individuals. The absurdities of celebrity and historical figures are portrayed in a way that Lebowitz would admire, as the book combines humor, cultural commentary, and artistry. She has expressed admiration for books that push the boundaries of conventional biography, and Moss’s playful approach to the genre is one that fits this preference. 5. Cheap Novelties by Ben Katchor Cheap Novelties by Ben Katchor is a graphic novel that blends elements of absurdity, nostalgia, and social commentary. Through a series of short comic strips, Katchor explores the ephemera of daily life, focusing on forgotten items, oddball characters, and strange occurrences in urban spaces. His illustrations are rich with detail, capturing the quirks of life in New York City with both humor and melancholy. Fran Lebowitz is known for her love of New York City and her sharp observations about life within it. Katchor’s work, which also reflects a deep love for the city and its peculiarities, would appeal to Lebowitz’s sensibilities. The book’s mix of visual storytelling and witty prose offers a fresh way of looking at everyday life—something that resonates with Lebowitz’s own exploration of the ordinary through humor and critique. The way Katchor highlights the overlooked and forgotten parts of urban life mirrors the way Lebowitz often finds absurdity in the most commonplace situations. 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Social Club grab valuable three pointsPep Guardiola admits the buck stops with him as Manchester City bid to arrest their dramatic slump in form. The champions crashed to a fifth straight defeat in all competitions – something not experienced by the club in more than 18 years – as they were thrashed 4-0 by Tottenham at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. The loss, which was also a third in succession in the Premier League and shattered a 52-game unbeaten home run, damaged the club’s hopes of winning an unprecedented fifth title in a row. It is the worst run of Guardiola’s glittering managerial career and the City boss, who extended his contract until 2027 last week, is determined to turn the situation around. The Catalan said: “When we start to lose I say to the people I have to find a way, I have to. It’s my duty, my responsibility, to find a way to be more consistent, that our game will be better and win games. “This is what we have to do.” City have been hampered by injuries to key players in recent weeks, particularly by the absence of Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder Rodri, who has been sidelined for the remainder of the season. Problems have emerged at both ends of the field with a lack of clean sheets – just five in 19 outings this term – and a shortage of goals being scored on occasions, like Saturday, when the prolific Erling Haaland has an off-day. Guardiola said: “We don’t expect to lose important players but it’s happened and you have to find a way. We have to find other abilities. “I don’t think we didn’t create enough chances. We created a lot of chances, clear ones at 0-0, 0-1, 0-2. “Of course we want a lot of players to score but it’s happened now. “I know at the Etihad when we are there and we score goals our momentum is there, but now we are not solid enough. That is the truth. “In both sides normally we are solid but we concede the goals. Now in both sides we are not good enough. “In these situations, what do you have do to? Keep going my friends, keep going. “We have done it in the past – not in terms of results being as bad as now – but we have done it and we face the situation and move forward.”
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FIUGGI, Italy (AP) — Foreign ministers from the world’s leading industrialized nations are meeting Monday, with the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East entering decisive phases and a certain pressure to advance diplomatic efforts ahead of the new U.S. administration taking over. Hopes for brokering a cease-fire in Gaza and Lebanon are foremost on the agenda of the Group of Seven meeting outside Rome that is gathering ministers from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States, in the last G7 encounter of the Blinken administration. On the first day of the two-day gathering Monday, the G7 will be joined by ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, as well as the Secretary General of the Arab League. “With partners will be discussed ways to support efforts to reach a cease-fire in Gaza and Lebanon, initiatives to support the population and the promotion of a credible political horizon for stability in the region,” the Italian foreign ministry said. The so-called “Quintet” grouping of the U.S., Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt and the UAE has been working to finalize a “day after” plan for Gaza, and there is some urgency to make progress before the Trump administration takes over in January. President-elect Donald Trump is expected to pursue a policy that strongly favors Israel over the aspirations of the Palestinians. As the G7 ministers arrived in Italy, Israel’s ambassador to the U.S., Mike Herzog, told Israeli Army Radio on Monday a cease-fire deal to end fighting between Israel and the Lebanon-based Hezbollah could be reached “within days.” Host Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani added another item to the G7 agenda last week after the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister and Hamas’ military chief. Italy is a founding member of the court and hosted the 1998 Rome conference that gave birth to it. But Italy’s right-wing government has been a strong supporter of Israel after the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks, while also providing humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza. The Italian government has taken a cautious line, reaffirming its support and respect for the court but expressing concern that the warrants were politically motivated. “There can be no equivalence between the responsibilities of the state of Israel and the terrorist organization of Hamas,” Premier Giorgia Meloni said, echoing the statement from U.S. President Joe Biden. Nathalie Tocci, director of the Rome-based Institute for International Affairs think tank, said Italy would be seeking to forge a united front on the ICC warrants, at least among the six G7 countries that are signatories of the court: everyone but the U.S. But in an essay this weekend in La Stampa newspaper, Tocci warned it was a risky move, since the U.S. tends to dictate the G7 line and has blasted the ICC warrants against Netanyahu as “outrageous.” “If Italy and the other (five G7) signatories of the ICC are unable to maintain the line on international law, they will not only erode it anyway but will be acting against our interests,” Tocci wrote, recalling Italy’s recourse to international law in demanding protection for Italian U.N. peacekeeepers who have come under fire in southern Lebanon. The other major talking point of the G7 meeting is Ukraine , and tensions have only heightened since Russia attacked Ukraine last week with an experimental, hypersonic ballistic missile that escalated the nearly 33-month-old war. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha is expected at the G7 in Fiuggi on Tuesday, and NATO and Ukraine are to hold emergency talks the same day in Brussels. Russian President Vladimir Putin said the strike was retaliation for Kyiv’s use of U.S. and British longer-range missiles capable of striking deeper into Russian territory. The G7 has been at the forefront of providing military and economic support for Ukraine since Russia’s invasion in February 2022 and G7 members are particularly concerned about how a Trump administration will change the U.S. approach. Trump has criticized the billions of dollars that the Biden administration has poured into Ukraine and has said he could end the war in 24 hours, comments that appear to suggest he would press Ukraine to surrender territory that Russia now occupies. Italy is a strong supporter of Ukraine and has backed the U.S. decision to allow Ukraine to strike Russia with U.S.-made, longer-range missiles. But Italy has invoked the country’s constitutional repudiation of war in declining to provide Ukraine with offensive weaponry to strike inside Russia. The G7 foreign ministers’ meeting, the second of the Italian presidency after ministers gathered in Capri in April , is being held in the medieval town of Fiuggi southeast of Rome, best known for its thermal spas. On Monday, which coincides with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, ministers will attend the inauguration of a red bench meant to symbolize Italy’s focus on fighting gender-based violence. 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Doha, Qatar: Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim met today with the Secretary of State for Foreign and Global Affairs of the Kingdom of Spain HE Diego Martinez Belio, who is visiting the country to participate in the 22nd edition of the Doha Forum. The meeting reviewed the existing bilateral relations between the two countries and discussed the developments in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. In this regard, HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim praised the principled positions adopted by Spain towards Arab issues, lauding its continued support for the rights of the Palestinian people through humanitarian aid as well as political positions in international forums and its recognition of the State of Palestine. During the meeting, HE the Speaker of the Shura Council highlighted the important parliamentary role in supporting just causes and promoting peace and understanding among peoples, stressing the Shura Council's commitment to continue working with its counterparts in various countries to support the principles of justice and humanity. For his part, HE Diego Martinez noted the distinguished relations between the State of Qatar and the Kingdom of Spain, which are based on mutual respect and joint cooperation in various fields. The Spanish Secretary of State for Foreign and Global Affairs praised Qatar's pioneering role in resolving conflicts through mediation, stressing his country's and the international community's appreciation for these efforts that contribute to promoting dialogue and peace.5 Book Recommendations By Fran Lebowitz
Kim Kardashian suffers leg injury, uses crutches to move, inform fans with her photo...Having quit his first trial as he shouted “I’m A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!” and only managed to secure two out of 10 stars in a trial with GK Barry, he was out to prove himself tonight. His third trial saw him locked in a box, similar to his two other trials, where he had to turn stars off a screw using only his mouth and tongue while being accompanied by various critters. Throughout the trial, he had to move from box to box and was met with different critters in each one. He also had to make a chemical reaction while ants were biting his hands. A post shared by I'm a Celebrity... (@imacelebrity) Since Dean is frightened of creepy crawlies and bigger critters, he asked Ant and Dec not to tell him what was joining him in the box which was secured around his head. The trial called Lethal Lab saw the BBC Radio 1 presenter take four stars back to camp. Each star means more food for the celebrity campmates while no stars means they have to eat rice and beans. Going back to camp was a much better experience for Dean this time around as he was able to celebrate with his campmates, knowing he’d supplied food for the camp’s evening meal. A post shared by I'm a Celebrity... (@imacelebrity) On arriving back to camp, Dean was ecstatic with his success in Lethal Lab and the other celebrities celebrated his win with him. After earning four stars, Dean had fish guts put inside the box with him and quit the trial with "I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!" Meanwhile, the campmates were ordered to give up their contraband after McCullough smuggled teabags into the jungle, while Tulisa Contostavlos gave up a bag of seasoning which radio presenter Melvin Odoom had distributed to her. Viewers took to social media platform X to share their thoughts on Dean’s performance. One said the trial was easy: "So they gave him the easiest challenges we’ve ever seen on I’m a Celeb so he can win some stars lol". Another person commented: “He’s actually doing it, I’m surprised." Recommended reading: Are campmates allowed make-up on ITV's I'm a Celebrity? Banned items revealed What is Dean McCullough's net worth as he takes on I'm A Celeb jungle? 'My life fell apart': I'm A Celeb's Tulisa Contostavlos opens up about 2013 arrest A third said: "Are you serious?? On the fish guts!" The latest series of I’m A Celebrity has a wide range of popular stars including Danny Jones, Coleen Rooney, Melvin Odoom, Oti Mabuse and Barry McGuigan to name a few. I’m A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! airs every night at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.