pleaded guilty to the charge, but insisted she had never intended to break Russian law, and that the vape cartridges were in her luggage due to an oversight while packing in a hurry.The judge also fined Griner 1 million rubles, or about $16,300, as part of her sentence. According to The New York Times, Griner’s lawyers had asked the court to take into account Griner’s personality and the role she has played in the development of Russian basketball playing for EMMC Ekaterinburg in the WNBA off-season, asking for a “milder” penalty.Addressing the court, Griner talked about her upbringing in Houston and the values her parents instilled in her, including to “take ownership for your responsibilities.”“That’s why I pleaded guilty to my charges; I understand everything that has been said against me in the charges against me, but I had no intent to break Russian law,” she said.
‘FIFA 23’ will not include Russian teams to show “solidarity” with Ukraine
21.07.2022 - 15:11 / nme.com
EA has announced that FIFA 23 will not feature Russia’s national team or any Russian clubs, due to the country’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine.In a statement provided to Eurogamer, the FIFA 23 developer has shared that “In line with our partners at FIFA and UEFA, EA Sports will not include the Russian national team or Russian clubs in FIFA 23.”“EA Sports stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian people and like so many voices across the world of football, calls for peace and an end to the invasion of Ukraine,” added EA.The message is a repeat of a statement issued by EA in March 2022. Weeks after Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine in February, EA Sports joined the games industry’s condemnation of the military action by removing all Russian players and clubs from FIFA 22.However, EA did not go as far as UEFA in removing Russian sponsors from advertising.
Prominent advertisements for Gazprom – a Russian state-owned energy firm – were left in FIFA 22, despite UEFA ending its partnership with Gazprom in February.At the time, EA told NME that it has “nothing specific to comment on regarding the exclusion of Russian sponsors.”Beyond the lack of Russian teams, yesterday (July 21) EA shared a first look at what else FIFA 23 will bring – including women’s club football, a first for the series. The upcoming game – which will be EA’s last entry in the series – will also include new Hypermotion 2 technology and cross-play between PlayStation, Xbox and PC platforms.In other gaming news, Pokimane has announced that she is taking a break from streaming in order to give herself time to focus on her mental health and real life.
Festival In Focus: Sarajevo Film Festival’s New Director Jovan Marjanovic Talks “Full Spectrum” Of 28th Edition & Why Extending Lineup To Include Ukrainian Titles Was Essential
Jovan Marjanović has been with the Sarajevo Film Festival for more than two decades and while he is what he describes as “a true child of the festival” this year marks the first edition where he’ll sit as director of the much-loved Balkan event, taking the reins from founder and long-time director Mirsad Purivatra.
Russian Court Sentences Brittney Griner to 9 Years in Penal Colony
pleaded guilty to the charge, but insisted she had never intended to break Russian law, and that the vape cartridges were in her luggage due to an oversight while packing in a hurry.The judge also fined Griner 1 million rubles, or about $16,300, as part of her sentence. According to The New York Times, Griner’s lawyers had asked the court to take into account Griner’s personality and the role she has played in the development of Russian basketball playing for EMMC Ekaterinburg in the WNBA off-season, asking for a “milder” penalty.Addressing the court, Griner talked about her upbringing in Houston and the values her parents instilled in her, including to “take ownership for your responsibilities.”“That’s why I pleaded guilty to my charges; I understand everything that has been said against me in the charges against me, but I had no intent to break Russian law,” she said.
WNBA Player Brittney Griner Sentenced to Nine Years in Russian Prison for Drug Smuggling
William Earl Brittney Griner, the WNBA player who was tried in Russian court for drug smuggling after bringing cannabis oil into the country, has been sentenced to nine years in jail, the Associated Press reports.President Biden issued a statement about the verdict, writing, “Today, American citizen Brittney Griner received a prison sentence that is one more reminder of what the world already knew: Russia is wrongfully detaining Brittney. It’s unacceptable, and I call on Russia to release her immediately so she can be with her wife, loved ones, friends, and teammates.
Women leading Thornhill-based Halo Trust's Ukraine demining task force gives insight into difficult task
A woman heading up the Thornhill-based HALO Trust’s demining task force in Ukraine admits a tough job got even harder after Vladimir Putin launched his invasion of the country.
BBC news presenter Huw Edwards responds after he was included in list of people banned from Russia
BBC news presenter Huw Edwards has spoken out after it was revealed he was placed on a list among other people who are banned from Russia.
PBS Announces New Programming Lineup, Including Documentary on Roberta Flack
PBS revealed its programming plans today for the coming year, including a second season of Native America and the premiere of the American Masters documentary about Anthony Fauci.