Vesper

love this!!!!!!!

Israeli minister touts Gaza 'real estate bonanza', defying international backlash https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y59z6rznvo Israel's far-right finance minister Bezalel Smotrich has said the Gaza Strip could be a "real estate bonanza" and that he is in talks with the US about dividing up the territory after the war - an idea previously condemned internationally. Speaking at an event in Tel Aviv, he said "a business plan is on President Trump's table". "We've done the demolition phase... Now we need to build," he said. In February, Donald Trump floated plans for the US to take "a long-term ownership position" over Gaza, saying it could be the "Riviera of the Middle East". The idea would involve the forced displacement of Palestinians in the territory and be in violation of international law. The US and Israel have said it would involve "voluntary" emigration. The BBC has reached out to the White House and the US State Department for comment on Smotrich's remarks. Trump's plan - which was roundly rejected by Palestinians, Arab states and the wider international community - later appeared to have been dropped by the White House, with Trump describing it in July as "a concept that was really embraced by a lot of people, but also some people didn't like it". But the Washington Post reported earlier this month a version of the idea was again under discussion, and would involve Gaza being turned into a trusteeship administered by the US for at least a decade while it is developed into a tourism resort and high-tech manufacturing hub. Israel's military campaign in Gaza, which has involved mass air strikes and building demolitions, has caused widespread destruction to the territory. The United Nations (UN) estimates 92% of housing units have been damaged or destroyed, 91% of schools will require full reconstruction or major rehabilitation to be fully functional again, and 86% of cropland is damaged. The UN estimated in February that the reconstruction of the territory would cost $53.2 billion (£46.1bn) over the next 10 years. "We paid a lot of money for this war," said Smotrich. "So we need to divide how we make a percentage on the land marketing later". Smotrich, leader of Israel's Religious Zionist party, is an ultranationalist who has been sanctioned by the UK and other countries over repeated incitements of violence against Palestinians. He has control over planning in the West Bank and has repeatedly pushed expansionist policies. In late August, he unveiled a proposal for the annexation of approximately four-fifths of the the territory. He said the plan would involve "applying Israeli sovereignty" to approximately 82% of the West Bank, adding that this was in line with the principle of "maximum land with minimum Arabs". Israel has built about 160 settlements housing 700,000 Jews since it occupied the West Bank and East Jerusalem - land Palestinians want, along with Gaza, for a hoped-for future state - during the 1967 Middle East war. An estimated 3.3 million Palestinians live alongside them. The settlements are illegal under international law. Israel launched its war in Gaza in response to the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on 7 October 2023, in which about 1,200 people were killed and 251 others were taken hostage. At least 65,062 people have been killed in Israeli attacks since then, almost half of them women and children, according to Gaza's health ministry. This week, a UN commission of inquiry concluded that Israel had committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza - an allegation the Israeli government strongly denied.

Roman only (if we are talking about the 74 charges)

Tom Sachs and NikeCraft Reveal the Continued Innovation of the Mars Yard Sneaker With Mars Yard 3.0 https://about.nike.com/en/newsroom/releases/nikecraft-mars-yard-3-official-images Nothing, and everything, has changed. NikeCraft is introducing the Mars Yard 3.0: the latest evolution of Tom Sachs’ beloved aerospace-inspired footwear, built for the sport of sculpture and the rigors of everyday life, and earned by committing to a series of unique NikeCraft challenges. “At a glance, nothing about the Mars Yard 3.0 has changed from the previous iteration,” says Tom Sachs, the famed sculptor and designer behind NikeCraft. “But while this shoe looks like earlier Mars Yard footwear, it couldn’t be more different. Every single thing is completely new — the tooling, midsole, outsole, toe clip, heel clip and feel. Even the packaging, which looks like the previous version, is completely re-engineered from scratch to be reusable.” The innovation of the Mars Yard 3.0 begins with a natural rubber outsole that delivers increased durability, along with a soft bed of React foam and a carbon fiber shank that provides enhanced support and energy return. The lacing system is redesigned to promote a fit that’s more inclusive for different foot shapes and sizes, featuring 4-millimeter ribbed polyester laces infused with Nike Running technology, a blucher-style eye stay, staggered eyelets and a nylon lace keeper that matches the donning strap at the heel. A TPU toe cap answers wear testers’ requests for increased toe protection, and a TPU heel clip delivers additional stability in every stride. An unprecedented silkscreen-printed Swoosh anchors a timeless colorway familiar to fans of the Mars Yard, which has taken on the natural colors of its materials since its initial launch in 2012. In keeping with the NikeCraft tradition of consumer engagement, Sachs has created a series of I.S.R.U. (In-Situ Resource Utilization) challenges that participants can complete to become eligible to purchase the new silhouette. “Mars Yards have always been hard to get, and they’re always going to be hard to get. If you want them, you’re going to have to work for them,” says Sachs. “Maybe not all of the challenges are for you. That’s OK. What matters is that you do what resonates. I can’t guarantee you will get the shoes, but I can promise your life will improve by participating in meaningful daily routines.” Challenges drop weekly via the NikeCraft Instagram and on the I.S.R.U app, which Sachs developed to encourage a global audience to build self-discipline and break old habits by committing to new, constructive rituals. This marks the first time the activation surrounding a Mars Yard release is open to participants worldwide. “The values of NikeCraft haven’t changed, but they have been refined over the past 20 years,” says Sachs. “From the very beginning, I viewed NikeCraft as an art project: a place where my studio’s output and ideas could reach a larger audience through the sculpture known as the shoe. These two decades are a further reminder that art is in everything — and is showcased through the Mars Yard in the ultimate art gallery of the streets.” Launching alongside the I.S.R.U. challenges and app is a new documentary, A Brief History of the Mars Yard, a testament to the spirit and evolution of NikeCraft, where Sachs is consistent in his pursuit to have the courage to simply do less. View the documentary on Nike’s YouTube channel, and follow NikeCraft for more stories and updates and to keep tabs on upcoming I.S.R.U. challenges. Download the I.S.R.U. app at NikeCraft.com; participants in an eligible position on the I.S.R.U. leaderboard will have the opportunity to purchase the Mars Yard 3.0 on September 5 at store.tomsachs.com.

https://football-observatory.com/WeeklyPost513 Issue number 513 of the CIES Football Observatory's Weekly Post presents the 100 clubs worldwide having committed the most money in transfer fees (including add-ons regardless of actual payment) to recruit their current first team squad players. Chelsea tops the list with a total investment of €1,314 million, of which €134 million for the most expensive signing (Moisés Caicedo, 10%). Manchester City (€1,128 million) and Manchester United (€1,071m) round up the podium, followed by two other English clubs: Liverpool (€1,065m) and Arsenal (€1,001m). No club outside England has invested more than one billion to assemble its squad, with a maximum of €873 million for Champions League title holders Paris St-Germain (7th, just ahead of Real Madrid). Al-Hilal tops the rankings for non-European clubs (€451m, 19th). Compared to the same date last year, the amounts committed by the ten clubs having invested the most in transfer fees to build their current first team squads increased by 15% (from 8.44 to 9.67 billion) and those of the top 100 by 12% (from 26.23 to 29.42 billion). This evolution is directly linked to the record transfer spending registered in 2025, as illustrated in this video. Transfer fees committed to assemble the squad (€ million) Top 100 worldwide. Squads as on 15/09/2025. Including any add-ons (regardless of actual payment) and paying loans.

Tissot Nordic Gold 33.5mm T913.410.16.031.01 Diameter:33.5 mm 18K gold case Swiss Quartz movement Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal Minimalist, noble and elegant: this is how the Tissot Nordic Gold Gent can be described. Thanks to its small diameter of 33.5 millimeters and the solid 18K yellow gold case, which is not even six millimeters high, this men's watch sits almost imperceptibly on the wrist. The silver-tone dial features slim yellow gold-tone hands and indexes. It is protected by a very scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. Powered by a reliable Swiss Made quartz movement, the Tissot Nordic Gold Gent is one of Tissot's purest and most elegant piece. Its black leather strap with alligator embossing and pin buckle provides a tasteful color contrast to the shimmering yellow gold case.

My Autumn Essentials: Daniel Simmons With his muted, minimal and slouchy take on tailoring, Daniel Simmons has drawn big crowds on both Instagram and YouTube. Here’s what this tastemaker and brand owner will be living in this season… https://slman.com/style/my-autumn-essentials-daniel-simmons

23 Trainers On Our Radar The right trainers can sharpen any look. From clean minimal styles to bold new drops, these are the latest pairs to scope. https://slman.com/style/footwear/best-trainers?utm_campaign=SL MAN 17.09.25 https://www.cos.com/en-gb/men/accessories/shoes/sneakers/product/minimal-suede-trainers-steel-blue-1264537003

jammy cunts 92nd minute Pool winner

Jackson on

ffs

fuck, may be offside

weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

that should be Olise's 2nd yellow

2 2 Atleti drew even with Pool

Santos and Garnacho on

almost 4 1

non sequitur

another self-inflicted goal conceded clown car

ffs

he is playing well as is Reece in MF

that aged well

superb save by Sanchez

Gusto has been really good offensively