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  • American tennis star Ben Shelton puts Australian Open TV interviewers on blast over treatment of players

    American tennis star Ben Shelton puts Australian Open TV interviewers on blast over treatment of players

    American tennis star Ben Shelton called out the TV interviewers at the Australian Open on Tuesday following his quarterfinal victory, saying that he believes several of the post-match interviews throughout the tournament have crossed a line. 

    Speaking to the media following his hard-fought victory over Lorenzo Sonego, Shelton closed his press conference with an unprompted remark about player interviews, which have come under the spotlight this week after Novak Djokovic refused to do an interview following comments made about him and his fan base. 

    Novak Djokovic reacts after defeating Tomas Machac following their third round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake)

    “I’ve been a little shocked this week with how players have been treated by the broadcasters,” Shelton, 22, said. “I don’t think that guy who mocked Novak – I don’t think that was just a single event. I’ve noticed it with different people, not just myself.”

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    Shelton named a number of incidents, including his on-court interview following his fourth round victory over 38-year-old French veteran Gael Monfils. The interviewer, Roger Rasheed, noted that Monfils is “almost your dad.”

    Shelton responded, “Was that a Black joke?” Both players are Black. 

    Rasheed replied, “I’m not sure.”

    Ben Shelton plays backhand

    Ben Shelton, pictured here, plays a backhand to Lorenzo Sonego during their quarterfinal match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)

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    Shelton also spoke about his interview after the quarterfinal match, in which the interviewer commented that he likely would not have many fans in his semifinal match against reigning champ Jannik Sinner.

    “I just don’t think that comment [is] respectful from a guy I’ve never met before in my life,” Shelton said.  

    “I feel like broadcasters should be helping us grow our sport and help these athletes who just won matches on the biggest stage enjoy one of their biggest moments. I just feel like there’s been a lot of negativity and I think that’s something that needs to change.” 

    Ben Shelton celebrates

    Ben Shelton celebrates after defeating Lorenzo Sonego in their quarterfinal match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)

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    Broadcasters at this year’s Grand Slam came under fire after Australian Channel 9 journalist Tony Jones called Djokovic “overrated” and “a has-been” while mocking Serbian fans. Djokvic refused an on-court interview after the incident until he received an apology. 

    On Monday, the network said in a statement it apologized “for any offense caused from comments made” while live on air.

    “No harm was intended towards Novak or his fans,” the statement continued. “We look forward to further showcasing his Australian Open campaign at Melbourne Park.”

    The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

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  • Trump open to Elon Musk or Larry Ellison buying TikTok

    Trump open to Elon Musk or Larry Ellison buying TikTok

    President Donald Trump makes a major infrastructure announcement on his second day in office.

    President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his view that the U.S. should own half of TikTok and said he would be in favor of X owner Elon Musk or Oracle founder Larry Ellison purchasing the China-linked social media app.

    During his first day in office on Monday, Trump issued an executive order granting TikTok more time to operate and work toward compliance with a law forcing the platform’s Beijing-based owner, ByteDance, to either divest the app to an American buyer or shut the platform down in the U.S.

    Elon Musk, right, speaks with President Donald Trump. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images / Getty Images)

    Trump was asked during a press conference announcing the massive Stargate AI infrastructure project, involving Oracle, OpenAI and Softbank, whether he would be open to Musk, his close ally, purchasing TikTok.

    “I would be if he wanted to buy it, yeah,” the president replied, adding, “I’d like Larry to buy it, too,” nodding toward Ellison, who was present.

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    Trump said he met with the current owners of TikTok, and told the press, “I have the right to make a deal. So, the deal I’m thinking about…” then he turned to Ellison and said, “Larry, let’s negotiate in front of the media.”

    President Donald Trump and Larry Ellison

    Oracle founder Larry Ellison, right, listens to President Donald Trump speak in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. (Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images / Getty Images)

    The president said the deal he is thinking about would involve someone buying TikTok and giving “half to the United States of America, and we’ll give you the permit, and they’ll have a great partner.”

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    After explaining the deal, Trump turned back toward Ellison and said, “Sounds reasonable. What do you think?” 

    Ellison replied, “Sounds like a good deal to me, Mr. President.” Trump then turned back to the press and said of Ellison, “He can afford it, too.”

    ‘Shark Tank’ investor Kevin O’Leary talks TikTok’s future, the Chinese government’s role with a ‘secret golden share’ and the role Trump could play in keeping the platform available in the U.S.

    TikTok shut down its U.S. operations on Saturday, the day before its deadline to cease in accordance with the law. However, the platform restored U.S. operations on Sunday after Trump provided assurances that he would sign the executive order extending the deadline in order to reach an agreement that protects America’s national security.

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    “By doing this, we save TikTok, keep it in good hands and allow it to [stay] up. Without U.S. approval, there is no TikTok. With our approval, it is worth hundreds of billions of dollars – maybe trillions,” Trump wrote in a social media post on Sunday. “Therefore, my initial thought is a joint venture between the current owners and/or new owners whereby the U.S. gets a 50% ownership in a joint venture set up between the U.S. and whichever purchase we so choose.” 

    FOX Business’ Danielle Wallace contributed to this report.

  • Bank Holiday on Makar Sankranti 2025: Will Banks Remain Open or Closed on January 14, 2025? Check Details

    Bank Holiday on Makar Sankranti 2025: Will Banks Remain Open or Closed on January 14, 2025? Check Details

    New Delhi, January 11: Public and private sector banks in several cities across India will remain closed on January 14, 2025, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti 2025. As per the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) holiday calendar, the festival, celebrated as Uttarayana, Pongal, Maghe Sankranti, Magh Bihu, or Punyakala in various regions, will see bank closures in cities including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Gangtok, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Itanagar, Kanpur, and Lucknow.

    However, banks in Delhi-NCR will remain open as Makar Sankranti 2025 is not listed as a holiday for the region. Apart from banks, several states will observe 4-5 days of public holidays during this festive period. In Telangana, there will be an extended holiday from January 13 to January 17 due to Makar Sankranti celebrations. Tamil Nadu will observe Pongal holidays from January 14 to January 16, including Thiruvalluvar Day and Uzhavar Thirunal. Makar Sankranti 2025 Calendar: Know Dates of Pongal, Magh Bihu, Lohri, Khichdi Parv and More To Celebrate the Harvest Festival in India.

    The second Saturday on January 11 and Sunday, January 12, will also contribute to the extended weekend in many states, further adding to the holiday stretch. Schools, colleges, and government offices will also be closed in certain regions. When Is Makar Sankranti 2025? Is It on 14 or 15 January? Know the Exact Date, Punya Kala Time, Significance and Rituals To Celebrate the Harvest Festival of India.

    The last weekday banking holiday in January will fall on January 23, 2025, for the birthdays of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Vir Surendrasai, with banks in Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, and Agartala remaining shut.

    Customers are advised to plan their banking transactions accordingly, especially in cities observing extended closures during the festive season.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 11, 2025 01:25 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Bank Holiday 2025 Dates: Will Banks Remain Open or Closed on January 13? Is There a Bank Holiday on January 14 and 15? Check State-Wise List of Bank Holidays Falling Between January 13-19

    Bank Holiday 2025 Dates: Will Banks Remain Open or Closed on January 13? Is There a Bank Holiday on January 14 and 15? Check State-Wise List of Bank Holidays Falling Between January 13-19

    Mumbai, January 10: Major festivals like Pongal and Makar Sankranti (Lohri) are falling in the third week of January 2025, starting January 13. In view of the festivities, there will be a bank holiday on a select date in certain states. Will banks remain open or closed on January 13? Is there a bank holiday on January 14 and 15? How many days will banks remain shut between January 13 and January 19? If you are looking for the answers, this article has a state-wise list of bank holidays falling between January 13 and 19.

    Bank holidays are decided by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), considering national or state holidays and cultural or religious observance among other factors. The RBI releases the bank holiday calendar for every year in advance, so that people can schedule their bank-related works. Pongal 2025 School Holiday: Check Dates for School Holidays in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh for Thai Pongal and Makar Sankranti.

    State-Wise List of Bank Holidays Between January 13 and 19

    January 13: As per the bank holiday calendar released by the RBI, there is no bank holiday on January 13. Therefore, all banks in India will remain open on January 13.

    January 14: There will be a bank holiday on January 14 on account of Makar Sankranti and Pongal. Hence, banks will remain shut in Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Odisha, Punjab, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh.

    January 15: A bank holiday will be observed on January 15 in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Sikkim due to Makar Sankranti and Pongal festivities. In Assam, banks will remain closed on account of Magh Bihu. Banks will remain shut in Chennai to observe Thiruvalluvar Day.

    January 16: There will be a bank holiday on January 16 in Andhra Pradesh to celebrate Kanuma Panduga. Banks will also remain closed in Channei to observe Uzhavar Thirunal.

    January 17: All banks will remain open across India.

    January 18: All banks will be operational across India.

    January 19: All banks in India will be closed on January 19 as it is a Sunday.

    You can get the state-wise full list of bank holidays in 2025 by clicking here. Notably, irrespective of the bank holidays, online banking services remain operational throughout the year, except when there is a downtime due to technical issues.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 10, 2025 04:02 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Bank Holiday on Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025: Will Banks Remain Open or Closed on January 6, 2025? Check Details

    Bank Holiday on Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025: Will Banks Remain Open or Closed on January 6, 2025? Check Details

    Delhi, January 5: Banks in Chandigarh will remain closed on Monday, January 6, to observe Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti. The occasion marks the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, revered as a warrior, philosopher, and poet. This holiday, as per the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) guidelines, is classified as a regional holiday and applies specifically to states where it is traditionally celebrated.

    Banks across India follow a holiday calendar set by the RBI, which incorporates national and regional holidays in addition to the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays. These holidays are governed by the Negotiable Instruments Act, under which banking services like cheque clearance and promissory note transactions are unavailable. However, online banking services and ATM facilities remain operational during these holidays. Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Date and Shubh Muhurat: Know Saptami Tithi, Puja Vidhi and Prakash Parv Significance To Commemorate the Birth Anniversary of the Sikh Guru.

    In January 2025, banks are scheduled to be closed for 13 days, including national and regional holidays. As these holidays vary from state to state, customers are advised to confirm with their local branch before planning a visit. For Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, the closure primarily affects places like Punjab and Chandigarh, where the Sikh community commemorates the Guru’s legacy through prayers, hymns, and community gatherings. Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Images and HD Wallpapers for Free Download Online: Celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Ji Parkash Purab by Sharing Greetings, Quotes and WhatsApp Status Messages.

    Guru Gobind Singh became the tenth Sikh Guru in 1675 at the age of nine, following the martyrdom of his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur, under Mughal rule. The day symbolises courage, selflessness, and spiritual wisdom, values central to Sikh teachings.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 05, 2025 02:32 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Is Publix Open on New Year’s Day 2025? and Publix New Year’s Eve Hours

    Is Publix Open on New Year’s Day 2025? and Publix New Year’s Eve Hours

    New Year is a time for a family reunion so that means you need to plan for the greatest party ever at your home or any other place of your choice. For that to happen you need snacks, decoration, liquor, and food and we think Publix would not disappoint you.

    As a first-time visitor or regular one, if you are exploring the internet with the question “Is Publix open on a new year’s day”? Then this article would act as a lifesaver. We have curated all the details on Publix New Year day hours to keep you ahead of the game.

    Is Publix Open on New Year’s Day?

    The answer is a resounding yes, but with a limited number of hours. Hence you must know Publix hours on New Year’s Day 2022 so that you don’t come empty-handed with sad faces accompanying you. Publix stores that operate in Florida will open from 7 am and will close at 7 pm. These are Publix New Year’s eve hours that you should take note of for Florida stores.

    Public New Year’s Eve Hours

    Publix New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day hours will operate as normal. Hence visitors can shop at Publix from 7 am and continue till 9 pm. If you are doubtful about which stores are operating at specific timings, we recommend that you use their store locator feature available on their website. Please note that all Pharmacy stores will remain closed at all times during New Year’s Eve.

    What Other Alternative Stores Are Open On New Year’s Eve?

    Publix should always be your priority, but if there are certain things that you don’t find in Publix stores then exploring alternatives isn’t a bad option. Here is the list of some other option’s that will maim on New Year’s Eve

    1. Kroger: As per their latest announcement on their website, they will remain open during New Year’s Eve. Though we recommend giving a call to the store personally to confirm its hours of operation.
    2. Target: Target will remain open at its usual hours, but make sure you check their store timings before heading out.
    3. Wal-Mart: Wal-Mart will have no change in business hours.
    4. 7 eleven: Will be open to you 24 /7.
    5. Stop & Shop: The store will be open during its regular business hours. The pharmacy section will operate between 10 am to 2 pm.
    6. CVS: We recommend that you call ahead before visiting this store and they have reduced hours of operation during the New Year.

    Conclusion

    We have successfully answered the question “Is Publix open on New Year’s Day“. In addition, we have also suggested alternatives if you don’t get what you need at Publix. With the information provided, you could plan and make the year the best time of your life. Please leave your thoughts if you think that we have missed any point.

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  • Is Costco Open on New Year’s Day? Costco New Year’s Eve Hours 2024

    Is Costco Open on New Year’s Day? Costco New Year’s Eve Hours 2024

    Nobody offers wholesale prices on products like Costco and that’s why people love this superstore to the fullest. New Year would be the day where you want to shop at Costco but is Costco open on New Year’s Day? Or it’s open for specific hours? Make sure you read this article carefully as everything will be revealed here.

    Is Costco open on New Year’s Day 2025?

    To answer your question “Is Costco open on New Year’s Day?” we would sadly say no. Costco will remain fully closed during New Year’s Eve, but if that disappoints you, we have just the right alternative replacing Costco and it’s one of Costco biggest competitor known as Wal-Mart. Wal-Mart will remain operational 24/7 during New Year’s Eve. So you can shop from there.

    However, if you are keen on knowing Costco New Year’s eve hours, there is nothing to explore as the store will remain closed. But if you are a Costco fanboy, you can just wait for the New Year to pass and visit the store the very next day to buy your stuff.

    Costco New Year Eve Opening Hours

    If you are searching their website and wanting to find store timing of Costco new year’s ever opening hours, you will find none as the store will remain shut during New year’s eve.

    Please realize that New Year is a federal holiday and stores have the right to remain closed for the entire day. However, some stores will remain open for limited hours as their store policy is built that way. Costco will have no such exception as it will remain closed

    Other Alternatives Stores Are Open on the New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day

    If you are someone who can’t wait a day and want to shop during New Year’s Eve, then this list of alternatives might be super beneficial for you. Stores that will operate for a limited number of hours are Publix, Target, 7 eleven, Kroger, CVS, and Stop and Shop

    Things to note

    Costco will remain closed for New year’s eve and Christmas day and not for Christmas eve which happens on 24 December. The store timings on Christmas Eve will be same as usual which is from 9 am to 5 pm.

    Return policies that need your attention

    • Any non-electrical item that is purchased on Christmas Eve can be returned at any time, but this is not applicable for online purchases as they will have a specific time for return.
    • Any electronic items must be returned within 90 days irrespective of offline or online purchase
      A receipt number helps replace your item at the earliest, though it is not mandatory but it will be appreciated.

    Conclusion

    As promised we have answered your question such as “Is Costco open on New Year’s Day?” and “Costco new year eve opening hours?” In case if we have missed some crucial that you want to highlight and educate us, please comment down below. We would love to know your thoughts

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