Japan voting for new leader in shadow of scandals

Japan voting for new leader in shadow of scandals

EPA Japanese voters are today heading to the polls in a snap election, following a tumultuous few years for the ruling party which saw a “cascade” of scandals, widespread voter apathy and record-low approval ratings. The election was announced by Shigeru Ishiba three days after he was selected as the leader of the ruling Liberal … Read more

Holden Trent, Philadelphia Union goalie, dead at 25

Holden Trent, Philadelphia Union goalie, dead at 25

Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Holden Trent died on Saturday, the team announced.  He was 25. No cause of death was given. Trent had been in intensive care since Thursday, according to The Delaware County Daily Times.  “The Philadelphia Union is devastated by the heartbreaking passing of Holden Trent,” the club wrote in a statement. “While he … Read more

Trump leads more like George Steinbrenner than Ronald Reagan, says Republican ex-MLB star who dealt with all 3

Trump leads more like George Steinbrenner than Ronald Reagan, says Republican ex-MLB star who dealt with all 3

EXCLUSIVE: The New York Yankees are back in the World Series, and Donald Trump is barreling toward the finish line of his third presidential campaign.  And somewhere out there, George Steinbrenner might be watching with a vested interest.  The late Yankees owner, known for his brash, unfiltered communication style and firing employees with ease, served … Read more