Brazilian far-right presidential candidate Jair Bolsonaro has been stabbed while he was campaigning in the city of Juiz de Fora, about 200km north of Rio de Janeiro.
Brazilian police on Thursday said the 63-year-old politician was stabbed in the abdomen at a philanthropic cancer hospital by an unidentified attacker, who has been arrested.
Videos shared on social media showed Bolsonaro, whose agenda includes cracking down on crime in Latin America’s largest nation, being stabbed with a knife to the lower part of his stomach.
GloboNews, a Brazilian 24-hour television news channel, said Bolsonaro was taken to a hospital in Juiz de Fora, where he underwent surgery.
The channel said the right-wing leader has suffered a “serious” liver injury as a result of the attack.
Frontrunner
Bolsonaro is the frontrunner in the first-round of the presidential elections next month with 22 percent support, according to a poll published by the Institute of Public Opinion and Statistics (Ibope), a private media company in Brazil.
It was the first public opinion poll since former president and popular leftist, Luiz Inacio da Silva, was barred from running by Brazil’s electoral court on September 1.
Lula, who was previously leading the opinion polls, is currently serving a 12-year prison sentence for fraud related to a corruption scandal.
Bolsonaro has been described a right-wing nationalist and populist, who strongly opposes left-wing policies.
The frontrunner has caused a number of controversies in recent years, saying in 2015 that he didn’t believe men and women should not receive equal pay because women become pregnant and other similar “homophobic” comments.
Lula’s likely replacement, Fernando Haddad, who has also been charged with corruption, came in last with six percent in the Ibope poll, which, however, also found that a third of Brazil’s population is undecided.
Brazil’s first round of voting will take place on October 7.
More than 50 million people use Tinder monthly, and not all of them are straight dudes hiking mountains. Queer and trans folks head to Tinder because its dating pool is colossal. , Tinder announced that it would allow users to select from more than 40+ gender options. The app worked with GLAAD, the cast of Transparent, and trans activists to make sure it met the diverse needs of the trans community.]
In December of last year, however, Tinder came under fire after a group of reported that they’d been repeatedly kicked off the app. The users contended that they were removed from the site after male trolls submitted multiple false complaint reports. Despite all of this, Tinder has made notable efforts to be more trans and queer inclusive over the years by offering an above average number of gender options. That’s more than most apps its size, which typically offer a grand total of … two.
Details to remember:
1. Tinder is free to download. It also includes an optional tier for $4.99 a month that allows users to see who likes them.
2. More than 50 million , and chances are you’re going to see someone who you work with on the app. Awkward! Predictable!
3. Because of its popularity, Tinder is the app people love to hate. This doesn’t mean the haters don’t have a point, but in general, the quality of people you find on Tinder is no better or worse than you’ll find anywhere else. No matter where you go in life, crappy people will follow
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Doctor Who fans may indeed need some kind of time machine to fully enjoy what BBC America has planned ahead of the new season’s premiere. The network announced Thursday that it will air every episode from the 10 seasons of the rebooted science-fiction show, starting Sept. 25 at 6 a.m. ET, in an event billed as “The 13 Days of Doctor Who.”
This marathon of adventures — starring Christopher Eccleston, David Tennant, Matt Smith, and, most recently, Peter Capaldi — will be followed by the global premiere of the first tale to feature Thirteenth Doctor Jodie Whittaker on Sunday, Oct. 7, time to be announced. There will also be a special encore in the show’s new regular primetime evening slot. For the run of the season, Doctor Who will air regularly on BBC America on Sunday nights.
Watch the trailer for “The 13 Days of Doctor Who” above.
Infowars host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones taunted Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) outside a hearing room, Wednesday. Rubio told Jones not to touch him while Jones called the Senator a “little punk” and “frat boy.” (Sept. 5) AP
Alex Jones has been kicked off of Twitter.
The controversial founder of conspiracy website Infowars was banned from the social network Thursday afternoon. Both Jones’ personal account and that of his website were removed by Twitter.
“Today, we permanently suspended @realalexjones and @infowars from Twitter and Periscope,” Twitter’s official Safety account tweeted. “We took this action based on new reports of Tweets and videos posted yesterday that violate our abusive behavior policy, in addition to the accounts’ past violations.”
Today, we permanently suspended @realalexjones and @infowars from Twitter and Periscope. We took this action based on new reports of Tweets and videos posted yesterday that violate our abusive behavior policy, in addition to the accounts’ past violations. https://t.co/gckzUAV8GL
In a separate tweet, Twitter said that it will “continue to evaluate reports we receive regarding other accounts potentially associated with @realalexjones or @infowars and will take action if content that violates our rules is reported or if other accounts are utilized in an attempt to circumvent their ban.”
We will continue to evaluate reports we receive regarding other accounts potentially associated with @realalexjones or @infowars and will take action if content that violates our rules is reported or if other accounts are utilized in an attempt to circumvent their ban.
According to a Google cache of his now removed Twitter presence, Jones had roughly 896,000 followers while Infowars had over 430,000.
Jones did not immediately respond to a request for comment when contacted by USA TODAY.
The ban comes one day after Jones attended a Capitol Hill hearing featuring Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey. Clips of Jones at the hearing, including a confrontation with Senator Marco Rubio went viral on the social network.
Fans have stepped in to be “Gilligan’s Island” star Dawn Wells’ Thurston and Lovey Howell.
The 79-year-old actress who played Mary Ann on the ’60s sitcom is the beneficiary of a GoFundMe created by her friend, hair stylist Dugg Kirkpatrick. As of early Thursday afternoon, the crowdfunding effort has raised more than $52,000 making a dent in its goal of $180,000.
“After 2008, like many of us, Dawn suffered through the banking crash and lost everything including her life savings in addition, to a life-threatening surgery which came close to killing her,” Kirkpatrick explained on the initiative’s page. “Dawn was a victim of an unexpected accident that required hospitalization for two months and a very long time to rest and heal.”
Kirkpatrick, who refers to Wells as his “dearest friend,” says the funds will help pay Wells’ hospital bills and IRS penalties.
Wells reflected on her fans’ generosity in a post shared to her official Facebook page Wednesday.
“I am amazed at the kindness and affection I have received from the current outpouring in regards to the Go Fund Me Page that is grabbing so much attention and want to address it,” she explained. “A dear dear friend of mine with a big heart was trying to help me with some common issues we all understand and some must face. He (created) that page with the love (and) emotion like someone protecting their child.”
Wells went on to say she didn’t know how she wound up in her current predicament.
“I thought I was taking all the proper steps to ensure my golden years,” she wrote. “Now, here I am, no family, no husband, no kids and no money.”
Yet, the actress is still able to maintain an upbeat attitude.
“(I’m) grateful that God has given me so many friends and fans who care, or it would all be too … overwhelming,” she wrote. “I am grateful to any of my fans who are willing to offer support.”
She concluded by saying “my outlook is positive and I look forward to seeing you all in my travels.”
Wales players celebrate during their comfortable victory over Ireland in their Nations League opener
Wales produced an exhibition of sparkling attacking football as they thrashed the Republic of Ireland in their Nations League opener to give manager Ryan Giggs a handsome victory in his first competitive match in charge.
Tom Lawrence set the tone with an emphatic sixth-minute finish from Joe Allen’s through ball, and Gareth Bale whipped in an even better second goal from the edge of the area after a raking cross-field pass from Ben Davies.
Giggs’ rampant young side were 3-0 up before half-time as 17-year-old Ethan Ampadu set up Aaron Ramsey, whose low finish left the Irish looking bewildered at Cardiff City Stadium – a ground where they won a vital World Cup qualifying match less than a year ago.
Connor Roberts got in on the act in the second half with a crisp left-footed strike, before the Republic of Ireland managed a consolation of sorts when substitute Shaun Williams seized on an error by Ramsey to score.
But that did little to undo the carnival atmosphere, as Wales gave a tantalising glimpse of what may be to come from this promising group of emerging talents.
The Giggs era starts with a bang
This felt like a significant moment for Welsh football, a beginning in earnest for the Giggs era.
The former Manchester United captain’s appointment in January had been met with scepticism from some fans, who questioned his commitment to Wales during a playing career in which he missed several friendly matches.
However, there was not the faintest hint of resentment from the home crowd, who were dazzled by the sumptuous entertainment on show and demonstrated their appreciation to the new manager by imploring him to give them a wave.
There was symmetry to Giggs’ first competitive match in charge, against the same opposition his predecessor Chris Coleman faced in his final competitive fixture.
But whereas that 1-0 home defeat last October saw Wales’ World Cup hopes ended by a physical Irish side, the hosts on this occasion overwhelmed their opponents with a fabulous display.
The first goal encapsulated what Giggs wants from his Wales side: daring, positive football and a blend of youth and experience.
Tom Lawrence opened the scoring for Wales in Cardiff
Chelsea teenager Ampadu got the move going, his seasoned midfield partner Allen supplied the incisive through ball and the 24-year-old Lawrence produced a thumping finish to score his third goal for Wales.
Ampadu’s selection – ahead of experienced midfielders such as Joe Ledley and Andy King – demonstrated Giggs’ desire to nurture a new generation of players, and the youngster vindicated that decision with a precociously complete performance.
Another notable change came at right-back, a position in the team which Chris Gunter had held uninterrupted since 2010.
Wales’ second-most capped player, with 88 to his name, saw his run of 63 consecutive starts come to an end as he was replaced by Swansea City’s 22-year-old Roberts.
Again, Giggs’ bold call was justified, as the more attack-minded newcomer scored an excellent left-footed half-volley in only his third appearance for Wales. Gunter, by contrast, has yet to score for his country.
Gunter may well return during this Nations League campaign and, as expected, become Wales’ most capped player. His experience could prove invaluable for his young colleagues in the future.
But the overriding feeling from Giggs’ first competitive match was that he, like his managerial mentor Sir Alex Ferguson, has absolute faith in his younger players, and wants to engender in them the kind of ambition which saw them outplay the Irish in such spectacular fashion.
Depleted Irish offer little resistance
On their last visit to Cardiff City Stadium, the Republic of Ireland employed a confrontational approach to triumph in a nervy, attritional encounter.
The scorer of the winning goal that night, James McClean, was one of a handful of first-team players missing for the visitors here.
And although captain Seamus Coleman was back after missing the end of that campaign because of the double leg break he sustained in a tackle by Wales’ Neil Taylor in Dublin 18 months ago, the Irish were a pale imitation of their former selves.
Martin O’Neill’s men could barely lay a glove on their agile, skilful opponents, whose quick minds and swift feet left the visitors flailing.
And even when taking into consideration a list of absentees which included Robbie Brady, James McCarthy and Shane Long among others, this was a feeble Irish effort.
Man of the match – Ethan Ampadu (Wales)
There were plenty of candidates but the 17-year-old Chelsea midfielder was influential in every facet of the game, breaking up Irish play and setting a quick tempo to Welsh attacks with his range of passes.
‘We wanted to make a statement’ – what they said
Wales forward Gareth Bale on Sky Sports: “We had to put a good performance in, first home game of the new regime.
“We wanted to show what we’re capable of and make a statement. We’re looking to win every game and win the group. The manager is trying to stamp his own style on the team. There’s a lot to improve on but there’s a lot to enjoy.”
Wales manager Ryan Giggs told Sky Sports: “The lads were magnificent, some brilliant goals and great football. I can’t be much happier.
“Ethan is a talented player. Even more so than that, as a person, he’s so balanced and mature for such a young player. He’ll be a magnificent player.
“I enjoyed the performance and the goals but you always think you can do better. There were mistakes.”
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O’Neill told Sky Sports: “We were missing some key players but still well beaten.
“Wales have got some good players. We had a different side out to the one who won here last year.
“We’ve got a game against Poland [on Sunday] – we’ll try to utilise the squad if we can. We should try to be braver on the ball. Regardless of what division the players play in or their game-time for their club, you have to be ready for the step up.”
Bale reaches landmark 30th goal for Wales – match stats
Wales recorded their first competitive victory against the Republic of Ireland, having failed to win in their previous four competitive meetings (D2 L2).
This was Wales’ largest margin of victory against the Republic of Ireland, with their previous biggest being a 3-1 win in February 1981.
The Republic of Ireland have lost back-to-back competitive games for the first time under Martin O’Neill (5-1 v Denmark and 4-1 v Wales).
The Republic of Ireland suffered their heaviest away defeat since October 2013, when they were beaten 3-0 by Germany in a 2014 World Cup qualifier.
Gareth Bale became the first player to reach 30 goals for Wales (two more than Ian Rush, 28).
Tom Lawrence has scored in three of his last five starts for Wales, including in his last two at the Cardiff City Stadium.
China is ready to retaliate if US President Donald Trump goes ahead with a tariff hike on $200bn worth of Chinese goods and is confident it can maintain “steady and healthy” economic growth.
The Trump administration is poised to impose 25 percent penalties on Chinese goods in a new escalation of their trade war over US complaints that Beijing steals or pressures companies to hand over technology.
China has announced a $60bn list of American products targeted for retaliation.
China tariffs damaging US wine industry
“China will have to take necessary countermeasures if the US side ignores the opposition of the overwhelming major of its enterprises and adopts new tariff measures,” Commerce Ministry spokesman Gao Feng said.
Trump initiated the trade war to punish Beijing for what it said are China’s predatory tactics to try to supplant US technological supremacy.
Those moves, the Office of the US Trade Representative has alleged, include stealing trade secrets through computer hacking and forcing US companies to hand over technology in exchange for access to the Chinese market.
Beijing has rejected US pressure and negotiations between the two countries have stalled.
The US has already imposed tariffs on $50bn worth of Chinese products.
Beijing has punched back with tariffs on $50bn in American goods. These US products include soybeans and beef – a direct shot at supporters of Trump in the US farm belt.
Trump has also justified imposing the tariffs against China, saying the US faces a huge trade deficit with China.
In an interview with Al Jazeera, Einar Tangen, a Beijing-based economist and advisor to the Chinese government, said Trump has a “very poor understanding of what deficits are”.
“In terms of China, it is not as simplistic as he thinks. There are over $350bn a year that is being sold in China, but produced in China by US companies. That is also under threat,” he said.
Meanwhile, China has only about $10bn worth of things it produces in the US and sells in the US.
“When you start putting it together, what you have is a fairly even trade balance,” Tangen said.
‘Costs of escalation’
As the trade war escalates, some Chinese exporters said US orders have declined, but Chinese leaders expressed confidence the economic impact will be modest.
How sanctions and tariffs became Trump’s weapons of choice
The United States buys about 20 percent of China’s exports, but trade has shrunk over the past decade as a share of the Chinese economy.
“We are confident, capable and able to maintain steady and healthy development of the Chinese economy,” Gao said.
Many American companies that rely on targeted Chinese imports are bracing for the next round of tariffs to hit, with some wondering whether they can absorb the higher costs or instead will need to pass them along to their customers – or find alternatives suppliers outside China.
“An escalation of the tariff war could start to sever or disrupt supply chains, bringing about diminished production efficiency, higher costs and lost competitiveness — ultimately leading to a lower potential growth rate for both countries,” analysts at S&P Global Ratings wrote on Wednesday.
They warned a full-blown trade war by 2021 could shrink America’s annual economic output by an average of one-third of a percentage point and China’s by two-tenths of a percentage point from 2019 through 2021.
The trade war could inflict further damage if it rattles financial markets, thereby hurting business confidence and potentially discouraging investment.
Stars are paying tribute to Legendary actor and heartthrob Burt Reynolds following his death on Thursday.
Reynolds rose to fame in the ’70s and ’80s with a slew of box office hits including the Cannonball Run and Smokey and the Bandit films. His good looks and easy charm soon propelled him to sex symbol status as the blockbusters kept on coming. In later years, Reynolds moved into television where he starred in long-running sitcom Evening Shade for which he won an Emmy. But the actor wasn’t done with movies; in the late ’90s, Reynolds returned to the big screen playing porn producer in Paul Thomas Anderson’s Boogie Nights. He was nominated for a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance.
After the news broke of the 82-year-old icon’s death, fans shared statements and paid their respects to the late Reynolds on social media, including many celebrities. See a selection of the tributes below.
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Celebrities are taking to social media to pay tribute to popular film star Burt Reynolds, who has died at age 82, multiple news outlets have confirmed, including The Hollywood Reporter, Variety and CBS News.
Reynolds, known for his work in films such as “Deliverance,” “The Longest Yard” and “Smokey and the Bandit,” was celebrated for his career on Twitter and Instagram Thursday.
Sally Field, his “Smokey and the Bandit” co-star and former romantic partner who Reynolds once called the “love of my life,” released a statement Thursday.
“There are times in your life that are so indelible, they never fade away,” she said in the statement. “They stay alive, even forty years later. My years with Burt never leave my mind. He will be in my history and my heart, for as long as I live. Rest, Buddy.”
Reynolds’ “Boogie Nights” co-star Mark Wahlberg said, “Rest in peace to a legend and a friend.”
Sylvester Stallone called it a “sad day” that his friend Reynolds had died. “He had a great sense of humor and I enjoyed his company so much,” Stallone wrote in an Instagram post.
Dolly Parton tweeted out photo with a statement about her feelings about Reynolds’ death.
“Oh how sad I am today along with Burt’s millions of fans around the world as we mourn one of our favorite leading men,” she wrote. “I know we will always remember his funny laugh, that mischievous sparkle in his eyes, and his quirky sense of humor. You will always be my favorite sheriff, rest in peace my little buddy. I will always love you.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger tweeted a touching tribute: “Burt Reynolds was one of my heroes. He was a trailblazer. He showed the way to transition from being an athlete to being the highest paid actor, and he always inspired me.”
Burt Reynolds was one of my heroes. He was a trailblazer. He showed the way to transition from being an athlete to being the highest paid actor, and he always inspired me. He also had a great sense of humor – check out his Tonight Show clips. My thoughts are with his family.
Steve Harvey was “very sad” to hear about Reynolds. “He was a great actor, a philanthropist and a pioneer of the cool mustache.”
Very sad to hearing about the passing of Burt Reynolds. He was a great actor, a philanthropist and a pioneer of the cool mustache. Thank you, Burt. You will be missed. pic.twitter.com/nuuFWMSnJg
“I always loved how Burt Reynolds worked with his friends as often as he could and then showcased the fun of movie-making in the end credits of his flicks,” Kevin Smith tweeted. “He was true American icon. Hate to see him go…”
As THE movie star of my childhood, the Bandit stole our hearts for decades. I always loved how Burt Reynolds worked with his friends as often as he could and then showcased the fun of movie-making in the end credits of his flicks. He was true American icon. Hate to see him go… https://t.co/jaMZjJA4e8
“RIP to another legend,” Josh Gad said in a tweet. “A very great loss.”
RIP to another legend. Grew up with my parents, my brothers and a worn out VHS copy of Cannon Ball Run, watched Deliverance on my first date with my wife (don’t ask) & revisit Boogie Nights every few months to marvel at his performance. A very great loss. https://t.co/rmwoCHJcNM
Vanilla Ice, who was quarantined on board Emirates Flight 203 Wednesday, reflected on the “traumatic week,” posting a photo with Reynolds. “Feeling super emotional right now,” he tweeted.
Comedian Patton Oswalt recounted an anecdote about Reynolds and Clint Eastwood.
“Burt Reynolds & Clint Eastwood were fired from GUNSMOKE & RAWHIDE at the same time,” Oswalt tweeted. “Burt was told he couldn’t act and Clint his neck was too skinny. In the parking lot, Burt said to Clint, ‘I dunno what you’re gonna do, but I’m gonna take acting lessons.’”
Burt Reynolds & Clint Eastwood were fired from GUNSMOKE & RAWHIDE at the same time. Burt was told he couldn’t act and Clint his neck was too skinny. In the parking lot, Burt said to Clint, “I dunno what you’re gonna do, but I’m gonna take acting lessons.” #RIPBurtReynolds
“Vampire Diaries” star Paul Wesley said Reynolds was “one of the kindest and most generous people” he has ever worked with.
“He took me under his wing when I was first starting out as an actor and offered friendship, advice and guidance,” Wesley continued. “I’ll never forget how much that meant to me.”
Burt Reynolds was one of the kindest and most generous people I have ever worked with. He took me under his wing when I was first starting out as an actor and offered friendship, advice and guidance. I’ll never forget how much that meant to me.
Comedian Michael Ian Black shared a story of when he worked with Reynolds on a TV show. “He introduced himself by saying, ‘Hi, I’m Burt Reynolds. I used to be big in the 70’s.’ How do you not love that?”
Worked with Burt Reynolds on a TV show once. He introduced himself by saying, “Hi, I’m Burt Reynolds. I used to be big in the 70’s.” How do you not love that?
“The Karate Kid” star Ralph Macchio said he met Reynolds “a few years back.”
“So glad I did,” he added.
As a kid I must have seen Smokey and the Bandit 10 times in the theatre. Met Burt Reynolds a few years back… so glad I did. Deliverance, Boogie Nights… some great ones. RIP
“Thanks for the memories,” Larry the Cable Guy tweeted. “I met Burt a few times at his theatre in Jupiter. Such an engaging and funny guy plus a huge mentor to young actors in Jupiter.”
RIP Burt Reynolds. Another one of my all time favorites growing up. Thanks for the memories. I met Burt a few times at his theatre in Jupiter. Such an engaging and funny guy plus a huge mentor to young actors in Jupiter. His Carson shows were hilarious. Thanks for the memories. pic.twitter.com/ikUM9s5pdr
Writer and director Edgar Wright mourned the loss of the famed actor, tweeting: “R.I.P. Burt Reynolds, underrated as a dramatic actor (Deliverance), underrated as a director (Sharkey’s Machine), but also a rare movie star that seemed to be just having an absolute ball onscreen.”
R.I.P. Burt Reynolds, underrated as a dramatic actor (Deliverance), underrated as a director (Sharkey’s Machine), but also a rare movie star that seemed to be just having an absolute ball onscreen. Nobody broke frame with a bigger gleam in his eye. “Just watch ol’ Bandit run.” pic.twitter.com/L4NlRyqahb
Musician Richard Marx retold a story about when he met Reynolds in a video store. “I said, ‘I just want to thank you for many hours of entertainment,’” Marx tweeted. “He smiled so big and shook my hand and said, “You made my day. Thank you.”
I met Burt Reynolds once in a video store in the 90s before he did “Boogie Nights.” He was by himself and no one seemed to notice him. I said, “I just want to thank you for many hours of entertainment.” He smiled so big and shook my hand and said, “You made my day. Thank you.”
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Academy reverses course on popular-movie category, won’t present new award at Oscars
The academy announced Wednesday that it won’t present the “popular” movie Oscar, designed to recognize blockbusters, at the 2019 awards show.
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The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences said Wednesday it is creating a new category to honor “achievement in popular film.” Time
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has had a big change of heart about the Oscar for popular achievement in film, which was announced last month to global criticism.
The controversial award is not going to be given out at the Oscars on Feb. 24 as planned. Instead, the group’s board of governors will continue to research the question of a popular-Oscar award.
“The Academy recognized that implementing any new award nine months into the year creates challenges for films that have already been released,” an academy release sent out Thursday stated. It promised to “examine and seek additional input regarding this category.”
“There has been a wide range of reactions to the introduction of a new award, and we recognize the need for further discussion with our members,” academy CEO Dawn Hudson said in the release.
Further changes to the 2019 Oscars will continue, including restructuring and shortening the telecast to three hours.
To honor all 24 award categories, six to eight categories will be presented live in the Dolby Theatre during commercial breaks. The winning moments will then be edited and aired later in the broadcast.
Selected categories will be rotated each year, according to the release. The academy will collaborate with the show producers to select the categories.
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