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Band ‘Reeling’ After Man Falls to His Death at MSG Concert

Joe Camporeale / IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectA rock music fan fell to his death during a concert at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, according to the Associated Press. Officials told the news agency that a man fell from the 300 section of MSG and suffered fatal injuries just before 10 p.m. Police identified the man as 51-year-old Paul Kueker of Niantic, Connecticut, who had been attending the concert with his wife. Goose, the band performing at the venue at the time of Kueker’s death, released a statement following the tragic incident. “We are all reeling following the events that occurred at last nights show,“ the band wrote in a post on Instagram. ”Getting off stage to learn that news was devastating for us and our crew, and we cannot imagine how some of you left the show feeling last night. The jam band offered resources for fans affected by the traumatic incident at Saturday night’s show and said it would go ahead with its scheduled performance at Central Park on Sunday, with proceeds going toward a charitable fund. “We... came to the decision that the best thing we can do right now is bring our community together, lean on one another, and offer a space for healing,” they wrote. View this post on Instagram Read it at Associated PressRead more at The Daily Beast.

Khamenei funeral in Najaf and Karbala showcases Iran’s regional influence

Funeral ceremonies for Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have taken place in Iraq’s holy cities of Najaf and Karbala, where mourners gathered at the shrines of Imam Ali and Imam Hussein. The ceremonies formed part of a wider funeral programme spanning Iran and Iraq, ending in Mashhad, a major Shia pilgrimage centre. For Tehran, the events were an opportunity to project continuity after Khamenei’s death and reinforce his image as a religious and political figure whose influence extends beyond Iran. The funeral also highlighted the historic divide between Iran’s Qom-based clerical system and Iraq’s Najaf seminary, which has long maintained its independence. Al Jazeera’s Ali Hashem reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #Iran #SupremeLeader #AliKhamenei #MojtabaKhamenei #Khamenei #KhameneiFuneral #IranMourns #Najaf #Karbala #Iraq #USIsraelWarOnIran #IranWar #aljazeeraEnglish

Celebrating faith through Al-Quran

Celebrating faith through Al-Quran

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The news doesn’t stop when markets close. Hosts David Gura, Christina Ruffini and Lisa Mateo bring clarity, context and a bit of humor to the weekend’s biggest headlines, LIVE from New York. Joined by Rutgers University Professor Emeritus of American Studies Robert Synder, Retired Navy Vice Admiral Kevin Donegan, Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker and Executive Producer Director “The American Revolution” Ken Burns, The New York Times Wirecutter Staff Writer Kathleen Squires, Intrepid Museum President Susan Marenoff-Zausner, Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Director Robbie Lauf, Rutgers Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling Ashley Koning, Puck Washington Writer Abby Livingston, NYU’s Clive Davis Institute Adjunct Professor Brittney Spanos, Retired Army Lt. Gen. and USO CEO Michael Linnington, Pyrotecnico CEO Stephen Vitale, Alliance for Coney Island Executive Director Daniel Murphy and Governor Wes Moore. (Source: Bloomberg)

Mourners surround truck carrying Khamenei's casket in Iran

Mourners dressed in black gathered just south of Qom in Iran for a for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral service, with throngs of people surrounding the truck carrying his coffin. The mosque is believed by Shiites to have once hosted Muhammad al-Mahdi, the 12th and last Shiite imam, who disappeared in the 9th century and will one day reappear to bring justice to the world. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Khamenei's Website Shows Burial Site Inside Imam Reza Shrine | Dawn News English

Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was buried in the country's holiest shrine, state media said early on Fridayv, after huge crowds gathered for his funeral with his son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei still hidden from public view. Footage published by Khamenei's website showed the slain leader's covered burial stone beside those of his family members. #Iran #Khamenei #AliKhamenei #ImamRezaShrine #Mashhad #IranNews #MiddleEast #Funeral --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Jahriffe gives thanks with new inspirational single

Reggae singer Jahriffe is preparing to inspire audiences with the release of his powerful new single, We Give Praises, on July 21.The uplifting track will serve as the first release from the upcoming Jailhouse Set Me Free Riddim Volume 2, produced by Ralston Barrett, setting the stage for a project rooted in faith, culture and conscious reggae.Blending heartfelt lyrics with authentic roots reggae, We Give Praises reflects Jahriffe’s unwavering belief in giving thanks through every season of life. The song encourages listeners to remain faithful despite life’s challenges while embracing hope and positivity.“This song is a reminder that no matter what we’re going through, we should always give thanks. Gratitude opens doors and keeps us focused on the blessings that surround us,” Jahriffe said.The release continues the singer’s mission of delivering music that uplifts, educates and inspires. Known for his heartfelt performances and spiritually grounded message, Jahriffe believes reggae remains one of the most powerful vehicles for spreading hope and unity.For Barrett, the single sets the tone for Jailhouse Set Me Free Riddim Volume 2, which will showcase a collection of conscious reggae songs from talented artistes committed to preserving the genre’s rich tradition while connecting with a new generation of listeners.Following the release of We Give Praises, fans can look forward to the full Jailhouse Set Me Free Riddim Volume 2, which promises an inspiring mix of authentic reggae rooted in culture, spirituality and positive messages.

Trump firework plans trigger emergency air pollution warning across the D.C. area: report

Trump's plans for a massive fireworks display on July 4 triggered an emergency air pollution warning, according to a new report.According to MeidasTouch News, an emergency warning went out across Northern Virginia alerting the public about health impacts from Trump's upcoming fireworks show for the 250th anniversary of the United States.An estimated 880,000 fireworks shells are expected to be launched in the air in Washington, D.C., MeidasTouch reported, comparing that to the 20,000 shells normally used for Independence Day celebrations in the nation's capital. Trump is reportedly trying to break a Guinness World Record with the display. The huge scale of fireworks is expected to let off large amounts of smoke, particulate matter, and heavy metal pollutants, according to MeidasTouch. Officials are reportedly concerned about exposure to both heavy metal particulate matter released by fireworks and carbon-based smoke particles, MeidasTouch noted.The Northern Virginia emergency bulletin warned that the air pollution will create unhealthy conditions for sensitive groups, including children, older adults, and individuals with heart or lung disease, MeidasTouch wrote. It also cited data showing significant increases in cardiovascular and respiratory emergency cases following this kind of event.MeidasTouch wrote, Healthcare facilities are reportedly being advised to prepare for elevated cardiopulmonary patient volumes during the two weeks following the celebration.The bulletin's warning is based on the Environmental Protection Agency's own air quality index (AQI), which is on a 0-500 scale. According to MeidasTouch, the air pollution close to the center of the firework smoke is projected to go above 500 AQI. Workers near the National Mall are being advised to wear N95 respirator masks, according to MeidasTouch.The smoke from the fireworks is expected to move eastward and remain trapped at low altitudes instead of rising and dispersing, MeidasTouch added, which would mean potentially prolonging exposure for communities downwind.

Pat Gray vows to eat his underwear if Taylor Swift does THIS

Beloved celebrity couple Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are once again dominating the gossip headlines, but this time is a little different.The rumor mills are claiming that the couple might not only be getting married this Fourth of July weekend, but blocking off surrounding roads to New York City’s Madison Square Garden for the ceremony and celebration.But BlazeTV host Pat Gray isn’t buying it.“They’re not getting married at Madison Square Garden,” Gray says.“It might be the reception, right? It might be just a party,” executive producer Keith Malinak chimes in.“If they get married at Madison Square Garden, I will eat my underwear because that is not going to happen. It’s not happening. They’re not going to do it,” Gray continues.“The last thing she wants to do is get married in a dump like MSG,” he adds.While Jeff Fisher agrees that “the Garden is a dump,” he points out that he still “loves the Garden” as it’s “New York.”“It’s great for basketball,” Gray comments. “It’s not appropriate for weddings.”“So Pat Gray is on the record,” Malinak confirms. “He will eat his underwear if Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift get married in Madison Square Garden.”Want more from Pat Gray?To enjoy more of Pat's biting analysis and signature wit as he restores common sense to a senseless world, subscribe to BlazeTV — the largest multi-platform network of voices who love America, defend the Constitution, and live the American dream.

Iran Wants The World To See One Thing At Khamenei’s Funeral

The Iranian regime is betting a historic turnout at former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral will send a message of national unity and legitimacy by rallying mourners under the slogan “We Must Rise.” The funeral ceremonies, beginning Friday, will span Iran and Iraq over several days. After lying in state in Tehran, Khamenei’s body will ...

MNAwards: MUSWEN President calls for unity of the Ummah, institutional support for Muslim media

* Says faith based platforms are crucial to correcting distorted narratives about Islam and Muslims The President of the Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN), Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, has called on Muslims to strengthen unity, deepen institutional collaboration, and provide sustainable support for Muslim-owned media organisations to ensure they continue to project the true [] The post MNAwards: MUSWEN President calls for unity of the Ummah, institutional support for Muslim media appeared first on Muslim News Nigeria.