Alex Saab, a close associate of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, is set to plead guilty to money laundering charges in a US federal court. The case involves a scheme to bribe officials for lucrative food import contracts, marking a significant development following his previous pardon and subsequent re-investigation.
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Joe Sakic is set to indefinitely continue as the Colorado Avalanche's general manager, a role he took on in June, effectively combining it with his existing president of hockey operations title. His leadership was crucial in building the 2022 Stanley Cup-winning team, and he's made significant moves this offseason, including signing Cale Makar to a record-breaking contract.
Rams coach Sean McVay confirmed that star defensive end Myles Garrett's poor performance in the season-opening loss to the 49ers made it unequivocally clear that he needed knee surgery, despite previous attempts to manage the injury.
The New York Jets, led by new offensive coordinator Frank Reich and quarterback Geno Smith, showcased a dramatically improved and productive offense in their 23-10 season-opening victory against the Titans, featuring a strong running game and efficient passing.
Alex Saab, a close ally of ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, is expected to plead guilty to federal money laundering charges, involving bribery for food import contracts and skimming from government deals, a move that could significantly impact Maduro's own legal standing.
The Federal Reserve is set to raise interest rates to combat inflation, but officials are increasingly concerned that the massive, insatiable demand from the AI infrastructure boom could render traditional monetary policy ineffective, leading to prolonged price pressures.
Winter heating costs are set to skyrocket, with heating oil prices forecast to jump 31.3% to an estimated $2,300 for the season, driven by the US-Iran war. Overall heating expenses are projected to rise 8.7%, straining household budgets and increasing reliance on federal assistance programs like LIHEAP.
