Calls for further investigation into Newcastle United's takeover by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) have been renewed following the display of a banner demanding the release of Saudi prisoners during a recent match. The PIF acquired a controlling stake in the club following the takeover in 2021, but concerns have been raised over its link to the Saudi state and its record on human rights. The Premier League, however, has received legally binding assurances that the Saudi government has no control over the club's affairs. Amnesty International has now urged the league to re-examine Newcastle's ownership in light of a court document submitted in the US revealing Yasir Al Rumayyan, the head of the PIF, is also a sitting minister of the Saudi government. For Newcastle fans, who have already faced media abuse due to the takeover, the banner only fuelled the controversy surrounding the club's ownership. As discussions around decolonising the curriculum continue, the question arises - should the Premier League heed the call for a re-examination of Newcastle United's ownership by human rights organizations and investigate their ethical alignment with Saudi Arabia's government?

After a dominant performance by Anthony Davis in Game 1 of the Lakers-Warriors Western Conference semifinals series, the Lakers are looking to take a 2-0 lead over the Golden State Warriors before heading back to Los Angeles. Davis had an impressive stat line with 30 points, 23 rebounds, five assists, and four blocked shots. The Lakers are hoping to avoid a repeat of their first-round playoff series with the Memphis Grizzlies, where they dropped Game 2 after winning Game 1. Davis emphasized the importance of being "greedy" and not settling for a split with the Warriors. The Lakers understand the threat that the Warriors pose and are looking to bring their best defensive effort in Game 2 to secure another victory. Kerr acknowledges the difficulty of facing Davis and says, "You can see it on tape, but you got to feel it in order to understand how to attack." With Davis and LeBron James leading the Lakers, they are aiming to make a deep playoff run and cement Davis's legacy as a franchise great.

Despite missing the Kings' regular-season finale due to knee soreness, Davion Mitchell is not listed on the Kings' injury report ahead of Saturday's Game 1 matchup with the Warriors. According to sources, Mitchell is good to go for their first playoff game and, barring any setbacks, will be available to provide much-needed depth at point guard behind De'Aaron Fox. Mitchell, who has had an impressive rookie season, has proven to be a valuable asset for the Kings, and many fans are hoping that he will play to his full potential during the playoffs.

It remains to be seen how he will factor into the Kings' strategy for the series, but the fact that Mitchell has been cleared to play is a major relief for the team and fans alike. With their fate in the playoffs on the line, the Kings will need all hands on deck to take on the talented Warriors team, who have been dominant in the Western Conference this season.

Los Angeles Lakers power forward, Mo Bamba, has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 1 contest against the Golden State Warriors due to left ankle soreness. According to sources, Bamba received an injection to treat the soreness and was using a crutch to walk at the team's shootaround. This injury report has listed Bamba as questionable before the game, and he may return for the next game. Though the Lakers' backup centers are Wenyen Gabriel and Tristan Thompson, Bamba, who played just 88 minutes total in the regular season for Los Angeles, figured unlikely to get many minutes in the matchup anyway because of his defensive limitations. However, his absence meant that the Lakers would be more likely to turn to Rui Hachimura/LeBron James frontcourt that wasn't effective versus Memphis. This grouping is unlikely to do better against ace rebounder Kevon Looney. Although Bamba's absence may not have a huge impact on the rotation, it is still a significant loss for the Lakers and may affect their performance against the Warriors.

LeBron James has changed his playing style since joining the Lakers, as noted by Warriors' Draymond Green. Green stated that LeBron "is playing a totally different style, totally different game than he's ever played before." LeBron's usage rate in the playoffs is 27.2%, considerably lower than his regular season rate of 33.3%, and in his first game against the Warriors in the regular season, his role had changed drastically. This adjustment is partly due to the Lakers' strong roster which gives LeBron more flexibility and the opportunity to take a back seat when necessary. LeBron has also been dealing with a foot tendon injury that has limited him through the playoffs. Although he has been effective with the injury, the Lakers' new playing style complements this, rather than relying on him to carry extra weight. Draymond's observation shows how this Lakers' team is shaping up as one of LeBron's most offensively talented teams; his ability to be a fourth-option offensively is indicative of this.

Following the Los Angeles Lakers' second win against the Golden State Warriors, LeBron James emphasized the importance of staying away from TV and social media after a win. He remarked that people perceive a team differently; when they win, everyone sings their praises, but when they lose, they are heavily criticized. He also suggested muting the TV during other playoff games and playing music in the background. This advice comes amidst the unpredictable playoffs series facing the Lakers. Despite being a favorite to win, the team lost their second game against the Warriors, causing fans to doubt them. In their third game, however, Anthony Davis stepped up and proved to be a force on defense, helping to limit the Warriors to 39.6% shooting from the field. The Lakers are looking to take a 2-1 series lead in their next game against the Warriors.

As the dust settles on the Sacramento Kings' playoff exit, old wounds have been brought to the surface. One such wound is the memory of Shaquille O'Neal's infamous freestyle diss of the team back in 2002. In the clip, which has recently resurfaced online, Shaq uses the ringtone of a flip phone as the beat to diss the Kings, with lines about their star player Vlade Divac and his own Laker teammate Kobe Bryant.

But Shaq's takedown of the Kings wasn't just verbal; in the 2002 Western Conference Finals, he dominated the team, scoring 44, 43, and 35 points in key games and ultimately leading the Lakers to a 4-3 series victory. Though the Kings put up a good fight, they were unable to contain the unstoppable force that was Shaq.

Now, as Stephen Curry continues his own reign of dominance in the playoffs, Shaq has weighed in on how to stop the Warriors superstar. According to the former Laker, Curry's off-ball movement is what makes him so unguardable, comparing him to Reggie Miller and Ray Allen on drugs. As the Kings lick their wounds, they can at least hope that Shaq never turns his attention to their new star guard.

After going viral for displaying his undying passion during a recent Warriors game against the Kings, lifelong Warriors fan Christian Gamboa was gifted a pair of game-worn shoes by none other than Steph Curry himself. Gamboa, who waved his 2017 NBA Finals "strength in numbers" towel in the game, went on to attend the Warriors' Game 2 win over the Lakers at Chase Center, only to be gifted Curry's shoes after the game. Curry personally sought Gamboa out to deliver his gift, walking the floors in his socks after the game in search of the viral fan before having his security team track him down. Gamboa later expressed gratitude for the gift, calling it "a once-in-a-lifetime experience" and thanking his family for their support. With Gamboa's passion and energy becoming a key rallying point for Warriors fans this season, Curry's gift to the superfan further highlights the tight-knit relationship between the team and its supporters.

Golden State Warriors' star guard, Steph Curry, had a solid performance with 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 12 assists in Game 2 against the Lakers. In Game 3, Curry faces a tough challenge from a resilient Lakers defense that contested him well. However, according to the experts from the Action Network PRO Projections, Curry's player prop shows a B+ edge for over 5.5 assists, which is projected to be around 7.1. Despite an inflated number, the projection indicates Curry's ability to be a facilitator and create scoring opportunities for his teammates. The Lakers' defense is not at the top of the league in assists, thus, opening a potential window for Curry to exceed the predicted number. NBA fans can check out the daily player props lines and projections on the NBA props page. While Curry's last game was impressive, it remains to be seen whether he can deliver a similar performance in Game 3 and help the Warriors tie the series.

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently facing the Golden State Warriors in a high-stakes second-round NBA playoffs series, but it’s not too early to start considering the team’s off-season plans. The rumor mill has been churning and there are a few potential targets for the Purple and Gold, such as Donte DiVincenzo. The former Buck signed up with the Warriors on a two-year deal with a player option. While he hasn’t had a meteoric rise with the team, he has certainly improved and thus will likely opt-out. The Lakers could swoop in and potentially get him with the mid-level exception.

Another potential target for LA is Austin Reaves, who has garnered attention from outside suitors. The 25-year-old's stock is worth buying, considering his all-around skill set and potential for years to come. Lastly, the Lakers may look for a new point guard this off-season. The two current point guards - Dennis Schroder and D'Angelo Russel - are both free agents with lackluster playoff performances. Some potential targets for the Lakers include talented playmakers such as Kyle Lowry, Elfrid Payton, TJ McConnell, and George Hill. Only time will tell what moves the Lakers make this off-season and what direction the team decides to take.

UBS analysts predict that a failure by US lawmakers to raise the country's $31tn debt limit by June 1 could set off a rally in the Treasury market. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has said Congress not raising the debt limit to cover the country's obligations would be the cause of a default unless an agreement is reached soon. In a possible default scenario, UBS said that sovereign-default risk is low because it expects Treasury to prioritise principal and interest payments. The Treasury market would also likely rally as it would still be seen as a safe haven despite a negative effect on economic growth likely leading to a recession, UBS added.

Bilibili Inc - ADR (BILI) received a rating of 53 from InvestorsObserver, placing it in the middle of the Electronic Gaming and Multimedia industry. The overall rating of 42 ranks it higher than 42% of all stocks. The scores are a combination of technical and fundamental factors, but investors should not solely rely on the headline number when making investment decisions. As of May 5th at 9:50 AM, BILI is trading at $19.95, up 0.38% from the previous closing price. Trading volume is currently below average at 153,753 shares traded so far. The Relative Strength (RS) Rating increased from 80 to 84, indicating strong technical performance when compared to the rest of the market. However, Bilibili ADR is not currently offering a proper buying opportunity, and investors should wait for a sound pattern to form before investing. While Bilibili ADR reported 0% earnings growth in the latest quarterly report, the stock still ranks No. 19 among its peers in the Internet-Content industry group. Investors should consider other factors before investing in BILI.

Warren Buffett is known for his simple yet successful investing strategies, and one of his favorite types of stocks to invest in are those that pay dividends. A stable and established company that generates a good amount of free cash flow can pay shareholders a consistent quarterly dividend. While Berkshire Hathaway itself doesn't pay dividends, most of the companies it holds stakes in do. Embracing dividend stocks can provide investors with good supplemental income, and reinvesting dividends can add to the compounding effect. However, a well-rounded portfolio shouldn't only consist of dividend stocks. Younger companies focused on high growth typically don't pay dividends but investing in companies with strong fundamentals and financial stability can provide investors with peace of mind. As Berkshire Hathaway's success can attest, dividends can account for a large portion of investors' returns.

ESPN's Brian Windhorst theorized yesterday that Warriors coach Steve Kerr may have faked Kevon Looney's illness in Game 2 in an attempt to throw off the Los Angeles Lakers. Looney was a late scratch from the starting lineup due to an undetermined illness, but returned to play 12 minutes and contribute six points and eight rebounds. Windhorst insinuated that the illness might not be real, after Kerr started JaMychal Green in Looney's place. Green scored 15 points, and the Warriors went on to win 127-100 to tie the series at 1-1. Windhorst pointed out that the Lakers will be preparing for Looney in Game 3 and 4, but also suggested that the illness may be true after all. Looney had told reporters that if it had been a regular-season game, he wouldn't have played. The Warriors have not commented on Windhorst's theory. Game 3 of the series takes place on Saturday.

ESPN analyst Brian Windhorst insinuated during a recent interview that the Golden State Warriors may have faked Kevon Looney's illness before Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers. Looney was initially slated to start in Game 2 until he was removed from the starting lineup due to an illness. Although Looney still played in the game for 12 minutes, he was not effective. ESPN's Windhorst theorized that Warriors coach Steve Kerr may have purposely used this fake illness to throw off the Lakers. Despite the rumors, the Warriors have not commented on the situation.

The Warriors are now heading into a pivotal Game 3 against the Lakers with the series tied at 1-1. With Looney not listed on the injury report, it seems he will be healthy for the upcoming game. The Lakers, meanwhile, are dealing with some injuries of their own with Mo Bamba questionable due to left ankle soreness and Anthony Davis and LeBron James both probable with various foot injuries. The stage is set for an exciting Game 3 between these two Western Conference Semifinal teams.

As King Charles III's coronation approaches on Saturday, May 6th, many Brits are still wondering if there will be a bank holiday to celebrate the occasion. The UK Government has arranged for a bank holiday to be held on the following Monday, May 8th, given the coronation takes place on a weekend this year. Therefore, there will now be three consecutive bank holidays this May. Apart from the coronation itself, there will be plenty of festivities across the country, such as hosting coronation watch parties, attending the coronation concert on May 7th, and participating in the "Big Help Out" event on May 8th.

While shops that normally open on Saturdays are not required to close for the coronation ceremony, some may choose to shut or operate with reduced services to enable staff to take part in the celebrations. Indeed, some retailers expect to sell plenty of monarchist memorabilia like commemorative mugs, special tins of tea and biscuits, bunting, and even T-shirts for dogs. As the economic gloom of past years' events has faded, there is great anticipation that the festivities will be a success.

Steph Curry made NBA playoff history during Game 7 between the Golden State Warriors and the Sacramento Kings. Curry's 21-point performance in the game elevated him to 13th place on the all-time playoff scoring list, ahead of Hall of Famer John Havlicek. He now has 3,777 playoff points and is set to surpass Larry Bird's 3,897 points next. The Warriors faced a possible elimination, but Curry's performance helped lead them to a win, advancing them to the second round of playoffs. The team will now face LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Curry's excellent season continues, with superb performances so far in the playoffs, averaging 31.0 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.7 assists. Curry, a two-time MVP and nine-time All-Star, has been with the Warriors for 14 seasons and led them to the NBA championship four times in the previous eight seasons. The win marked an important milestone for Curry as he continues to elevate his legacy as one of basketball’s all-time greats.

During the Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting, famed investor Warren Buffett emphasized that opportunity arises from other people making mistakes. Despite a comment from his partner, Charlie Munger, earlier about how value investors would struggle to find good opportunities in the future, Buffett remains optimistic that there are plenty to be found. He stated that technology doesn't make a difference but also acknowledged that the world has changed since he started his career. Although many claim the key to investing like Buffett lies in his shareholder letter or following his advice, Buffett noted that the principles Ben Graham wrote about investing in his book "The Intelligent Investor" still hold true today, especially the one about buying good companies at discount prices.

As the Golden State Warriors face off against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second-round playoff series, many are focused on the headlining discussions surrounding Steph Curry and LeBron James. However, X-factors like Kevon Looney could prove key to determining the outcome of the series. Looney's performance is crucial for optimizing both single- and dual-big lineups, especially as he battles on the boards alongside Anthony Davis. Keeping Davis under control will fall predominantly to Looney, making their matchup a crucial one to watch. On offense, Looney lacks the range to yank Davis away from the basket, but he will still need to pitch in against LeBron James. If Looney can hold his own against AD, the Lakers' defensive disruption will be more controlled, and the Warriors can pull Green elsewhere. As both teams enter the game at the Chase Center in San Francisco, every player's performance will be critical to winning this best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series.

Steph Curry's daughter, Riley, is growing up quickly. From stealing the show during her dad's post-game conferences at just two years old to cooking a full meal for her family at just nine years old, she is a force to be reckoned with. In April 2022, the now 10-year-old cooked up a storm by making a chicken piccata with mashed potatoes and honey roasted carrots. The meal was a hit with the family, and her aunt Janiece could be seen complimenting her spread. Riley's culinary skills come from her celebrity chef mother, Ayesha Curry, who has been documenting their family's fun life on social media. However, Steph Curry's focus is on giving his kids the best chance at success and seeing the world in the proper way. Before having his son Canon, he was a proud "Girl Dad" and represents his daughters every chance he gets. Despite his focus, it's clear that Riley has a bright future ahead of her in the culinary world if she chooses to pursue it.

Jonathan Kuminga, the seventh pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, has found himself out of the Golden State Warriors' rotation lately, and he has expressed his struggle with this situation. He played only a total of 27 minutes in the first four playoff games, and he had a DNP-CD in the Warriors' series-opening loss against the Los Angeles Lakers. However, experts say that the decision to not play Kuminga is not a failure on the youngster's end. The Warriors' veteran players, like Draymond Green, are coming back to full strength, resulting in Kuminga's reduction in minutes. But, bringing Kuminga back in the rotation, especially in the second-round playoff series against the Lakers, could provide the Warriors with a new dimension of play.

Kuminga's athleticism and budding skills could make him a valuable asset in some of Golden State's better bench lineups, and his ability to block and score at an above-average rate as a pick-and-roll player should be explored. Moreover, playing Kuminga will not have to kill spacing either. The Lakers may leave him outside, but Kuminga's ability to shoot is above average, which becomes an advantage for Golden State. Thus, the Warriors' coach, Steve Kerr, must consider employing Jonathan Kuminga against the Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has taken on the challenge of defending Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry throughout the second-round playoff series. Vanderbilt, who guarded Ja Morant in the series against the Memphis Grizzlies, held his own against Curry in Game 1, where he was credited with allowing only one 3-point attempt, which Curry made. Curry still managed to score 27 points, but he worked hard for them due to Vanderbilt's defense, which hounded him into committing three turnovers. The Lakers won the game 117-112.

Vanderbilt welcomed the assignment, stating that this was his calling and what he was brought to the team to do. He also credited the team effort and various bodies thrown at Curry, including reserve point guard Dennis Schroder. Vanderbilt's 6'9" frame and 7'1 wingspan gave him an advantage in dictating where he wanted to send Curry and forcing him inside the 3-point line. Vanderbilt's versatility as a defender, capable of guarding all five positions, impressed Lakers coach Frank Vogel.

The Lakers will look to maintain this level of defense and take a 2-0 series lead in Game 2 against the Warriors.

The Golden State Warriors are set to face off against the Los Angeles Lakers in the conference semi-finals, and Klay Thompson couldn't be more excited. In a recent press conference, Thompson described playing against the Lakers in the playoffs as a "dream come true." The last time these two California-based franchises met in the postseason was back in 1991 when Thompson was just a year old. This will also mark the first playoff rematch between the Warriors and Lebron James since he left the Cavaliers in 2018. It's the fifth time the Warriors have faced James in the playoffs, with him being one of the greatest players to ever play the game.

One notable storyline is the Warriors' historical record against the Lakers, having only won one playoff series against them in 1967. However, Thompson is determined to make his mark in the upcoming series. He has scored at least 22 points in five of his last seven games, and he's eager to continue his hot streak against the Lakers. The first game is set for Tuesday night, and fans eagerly anticipate the showdown between these two legendary franchises.