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Newsweek
a day ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Fever's Sophie Cunningham Gains New Fan in Eagles Running Back
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, and the Indiana Fever had WNBA fans buzzing this week as they got into multiple heated incidents in a matchup against the Connecticut Sun. As Cunningham defended the Fever's star sharpshooter, it convinced Philadelphia Eagles running back AJ Dillon to make a purchase. On Wednesday, Dillon took to social media to post a screenshot that proved he added a Sophie Cunningham jersey to a digital shopping cart. There was no context beyond that, but it's clear that Cunningham's recent chain of events made the veteran running back a big fan, if he wasn't already. Similar to Cunningham, Dillon is linking up with a new pro team for the first time this season. As he hit the free agency market, Dillon signed a short-term deal with the Eagles to become one of Saquon Barkley's backups. According to reports, Dillon joined the Eagles on a one-year deal. Sophie Cunningham #8 and Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever cheer from the bench against the Chicago Sky at the United Center on June 07, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. Sophie Cunningham #8 and Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever cheer from the bench against the Chicago Sky at the United Center on June 07, 2025 in Chicago, 27-year-old running back entered the NFL as a second-round pick in 2020. He was selected by the Green Bay Packers out of Boston College. When he left the NCAA, Dillon had 4,382 yards and 38 touchdowns in 35 games. He also caught 21 passes for 236 yards and two scores. Dillon appeared in 11 games with the Packers as a rookie. While he had a limited role in 2020, taking on just 46 carries, his workload increased a ton during year two. Despite not starting more than two games, Dillon picked up 187 carries. He rushed for 803 yards and reached the end zone five times. Read More: Ex-Eagles Linebacker Blasts Jalen Hurts' Massive Snub on List During the 2022 season, Dillon rushed for 770 yards and scored a career-high seven touchdowns. Last year, Dillon's production in Green Bay reduced once again, as he averaged a career-low 3.4 yards per carry. He finished the season with 613 yards and two touchdowns. Read More: Eagles Star Reflects on Drastic Change in His Offseason Approach The Eagles' backfield saw a key change behind Saquon Barkley this offseason. As Kenneth Gainwell hit the open market, he signed a contract to join the Pittsburgh Steelers. While the Eagles have the second-year rusher Will Shipley in the mix, more depth, competition, and experience at the position couldn't hurt. Howie Roseman brought on the former Packer to potentially take up the carries behind Barkley, who had an MVP-worthy season in the Eagles' backfield last year. Dillon could see some major benefits getting behind a dominant Philly line. For more Philadelphia Eagles and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Oakville restaurant owner, head chef charged in human trafficking investigation
Two Oakville, Ont., men are facing human trafficking charges for allegedly exploiting three Mexican men who worked at their sushi restaurant, Halton police said Tuesday. Police said they launched an investigation in March after being tipped off that three workers were being exploited at August 8 — a franchise sushi restaurant — in Oakville. Warrants were carried out at the restaurant and two Oakville homes, police said. At the homes, "individuals were found living in cramped, overcrowded, and unsanitary conditions," police said in a news release. "The victims were subjected to control that left them feeling powerless and dependent, with violations extending to their sexual integrity," police allege. Investigators said more victims came forward following the searches. A 46-year-old Oakville man who police said owns the August 8 franchise in the town faces a slew of charges, including but not limited to: three counts of trafficking in persons, possession of the property of crime over $5,000, and unauthorized employment of foreign nationals. The restaurant's 27-year-old head chef also faces human trafficking charges and is additionally charged with three counts of sexual assault. Both men were arrested last week and are being held in custody pending a bail hearing at the Milton courthouse. Const. Jeff Dillon, a spokesperson for Halton police, said he couldn't release details about where the victims are now but said several community groups are supporting them. "It can be a very traumatic circumstance," he said, speaking generally about those swept up in labour trafficking cases, where workers can see their pay or passports withheld, putting them in a bind. Dillon said he couldn't provide more specifics about this case because it will soon go before the courts. Dillon said the human trafficking unit is still investigating, and asked anyone with more information to contact them. The service said in a news release it's possible there are more victims. CBC is seeking comment from August 8 for this story.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Oakville restaurant owner, head chef charged in human trafficking investigation
Two Oakville, Ont., men are facing human trafficking charges for allegedly exploiting three Mexican men who worked at their sushi restaurant, Halton police said Tuesday. Police said they launched an investigation in March after being tipped off that three workers were being exploited at August 8 — a franchise sushi restaurant — in Oakville. Warrants were carried out at the restaurant and two Oakville homes, police said. At the homes, "individuals were found living in cramped, overcrowded, and unsanitary conditions," police said in a news release. "The victims were subjected to control that left them feeling powerless and dependent, with violations extending to their sexual integrity," police allege. Investigators said more victims came forward following the searches. A 46-year-old Oakville man who police said owns the August 8 franchise in the town faces a slew of charges, including but not limited to: three counts of trafficking in persons, possession of the property of crime over $5,000, and unauthorized employment of foreign nationals. The restaurant's 27-year-old head chef also faces human trafficking charges and is additionally charged with three counts of sexual assault. Both men were arrested last week and are being held in custody pending a bail hearing at the Milton courthouse. Const. Jeff Dillon, a spokesperson for Halton police, said he couldn't release details about where the victims are now but said several community groups are supporting them. "It can be a very traumatic circumstance," he said, speaking generally about those swept up in labour trafficking cases, where workers can see their pay or passports withheld, putting them in a bind. Dillon said he couldn't provide more specifics about this case because it will soon go before the courts. Dillon said the human trafficking unit is still investigating, and asked anyone with more information to contact them. The service said in a news release it's possible there are more victims. CBC is seeking comment from August 8 for this story.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Loud Light hosts ‘Youth to Power' training event for young Kansans
TOPEKA (KSNT) — A group of young Kansans are meeting to learn how to connect with local lawmakers on Tuesday. The event, Youth to Power: Training for Legislative Meetings, is all about informing younger voters about how to make a difference. Loud Light, a civic action organization, is playing the part of the host for this event. The organization's goal at the 6 p.m. June 17 Zoom meeting is to teach young Kansans about how to build connections with local lawmakers. Group organizers said that young voters statewide are encouraged to join. 27 News spoke to Loud Light Organizer Donnavan Dillon. He believes these meetings are all about communicating with the State Legislature. 'No Kings' protests and the race for Kansas governor 'I think finding that common ground in those conversations and building a political culture where we can meet those representatives, whether we agree with them or not, and have a good conversation that moves us forward is really important,' Dillon said. Those interested in attending a future meeting are encouraged to sign up by visiting the Loud Light website. For more Capitol Bureau news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Age
13-06-2025
- Sport
- The Age
He walked away from footy 11 years ago, but this key figure has Andrew Dillon's ear
Andrew Demetriou virtually disappeared from the AFL landscape for close to a decade following his 2014 exit from the game's top job, not even showing up to receive his prestigious life membership at the 2015 season launch. Demetriou's attitude was that once he was out he was out. He left a clear path for his nominated and obvious successor Gillon McLachlan who had already begun to make changes and key appointments during Demetriou's final months, and when he did attend footy games he sat in the stands with his family. The former AFL CEO finally returned to a major football function at the 2022 Geelong-Sydney grand final in deference to McLachlan's departure – the latter in fact remained for an extra season – and it was clear to those who spoke to him that day that, although Demetriou had been physically absent from footy, he remained as finely attuned as ever to the sport's politics ranging from clubs to head office. At the end of the 2023 season he flew to Sydney to attend the Giants' last home game, where he was awarded life membership of the AFL's youngest club, but in between those two ceremonies it was Demetriou's work behind the scenes which had a more significant impact upon the game. Andrew Dillon was already the favourite to replace McLachlan and would probably have won the appointment without the support of his former AFL boss and mentor, but there is no doubt that once Demetriou realised Brendon Gale would struggle to win the support from Richard Goyder's commission, he threw his considerable assistance and behind-the-scenes advice Dillon's way. Demetriou and his long-time friend and AFL commissioner Bill Kelty have been something of a kitchen cabinet over the past year, and specifically in recent months, for Dillon, who took some time to act but has, over the past four weeks, demonstrated considerable fortitude in the face of a looming clubs revolt against the game's headquarters. When Dillon was spotted lunching in East Melbourne two weeks ago with Demetriou, Kelty and his immediate predecessor McLachlan he had already moved a significant way towards the transformative staff restructure that rocked the game's Docklands headquarters. Six days earlier, after Robert Walls' funeral, Dillon met Greg Swann and began what proved a significantly speedy process to install Swann as his key football lieutenant. But in the days that followed the Il Duca lunch came a renewed attempt to poach Stuart Fox from the MCC. Swans boss Tom Harley had been a preferred candidate among a small group to become the AFL's chief operating officer, but Dillon and his chairman Goyder had first approached Fox six months earlier and decided to try him one more time before making their final choice. Demetriou, too, contacted Fox, who reconsidered but finally declined the offer on June 3.
