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Irish Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Times
Chopping and changing of football rules is ‘frustrating', says Oisín O'Neill
Armagh 's Oisín O'Neill says the chopping and changing of rules mid-championship is frustrating for players and managers. It was confirmed on Tuesday that Central Council had voted overwhelmingly 38-1 in favour of removing the 50-metre penalty for a foul on a player who catches a kickout mark. The change in rule was recommended by the Football Review Committee . The regulation, which will be operational from this weekend, has now been amended to revert to what had existed before the recent Special Congress. The rule now reads: 'If the Player is illegally challenged, a free kick shall be awarded to the player's team from the point at which the challenge is made, and this free kick may be taken by any player on that team.' READ MORE The FRC previously implemented modifications to the trial rules after round five of this year's National League. Kieran McGeeney has questioned the need for tinkering with the rules midseason and O'Neill agrees with his manager's position. 'I think Kieran's biggest issue is that they constantly change. We played half the league and then they changed and now they're talking about another change this week – there are four rounds of the championship left, like,' says O'Neill. 'I think Kieran has no issue with the rules, it's more just that they keep continuously changing. As players, that's frustrating because you're working on one thing one week and then it might change. But look, whatever it is, it is and we'll be ready for the quarter-finals in two weeks. 'We probably had to tweak a few things [after the changes in the league] that we had been working on and change certain things.'
CNA
13-06-2025
- Sport
- CNA
Alligator near your ball? AI rules expert at US Open will tell you what to do
OAKMONT, Pennsylvania :The rules of golf can be complex but at this week's U.S. Open an interactive artificial intelligence avatar is offering a glimpse into how golfers can get instant answers to questions, even what to do if you encounter an alligator on the course. Inside a hospitality suite overlooking the 17th green at Oakmont Country Club are three demo terminals that feature an avatar of USGA rules expert Jay Roberts standing with steepled fingertips and awaiting any questions about golf rules. To interact with the Rules of Golf AI Avatar, a user must tap and hold their finger on the screen while asking a question in either English, Spanish or Mandarin and then get answered in that same language. When asked what to do if a golfer finds an alligator in the same bunker where their ball is, the avatar quickly shows some mental wit: "An alligator in the bunker, now that's a hazard." The avatar then proceeds to tell the user they can either take free relief by dropping their ball at the nearest point in the bunker where they are safe, no closer to the hole, or take a penalty stroke and drop outside the bunker. Deloitte, in collaboration with the United States Golf Association, created the demo using four years of USGA expert-answered rules inquiry data, combined with advanced AI to provide real-time and accurate answers to rules questions. The avatar is not yet accessible to the broader community or stakeholders that the USGA works with but could ultimately serve players through an app on their phone or perhaps on a screen in their golf cart. According to Lou DiLorenzo, Deloitte's National AI & Data Strategy leader, the technology can help further educate golfers on the rules of the game, which can help ensure fair play and perhaps even speed up the pace of play. "What we are doing here is using technology to help make the game and the rules more accessible, which is good for more people to enjoy playing it under fair play conditions," DiLorenzo told Reuters. "Ultimately we think it's going to help increase speed of play, we think it's going to help the interaction between the USGA and the courses that it serves and ultimately the membership that it represents."
Reuters
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Alligator near your ball? AI rules expert at U.S. Open will tell you what to do
OAKMONT, Pennsylvania, June 13 (Reuters) - The rules of golf can be complex but at this week's U.S. Open an interactive artificial intelligence avatar is offering a glimpse into how golfers can get instant answers to questions, even what to do if you encounter an alligator on the course. Inside a hospitality suite overlooking the 17th green at Oakmont Country Club are three demo terminals that feature an avatar of USGA rules expert Jay Roberts standing with steepled fingertips and awaiting any questions about golf rules. To interact with the Rules of Golf AI Avatar, a user must tap and hold their finger on the screen while asking a question in either English, Spanish or Mandarin and then get answered in that same language. When asked what to do if a golfer finds an alligator in the same bunker where their ball is, the avatar quickly shows some mental wit: "An alligator in the bunker, now that's a hazard." The avatar then proceeds to tell the user they can either take free relief by dropping their ball at the nearest point in the bunker where they are safe, no closer to the hole, or take a penalty stroke and drop outside the bunker. Deloitte, in collaboration with the United States Golf Association, created the demo using four years of USGA expert-answered rules inquiry data, combined with advanced AI to provide real-time and accurate answers to rules questions. The avatar is not yet accessible to the broader community or stakeholders that the USGA works with but could ultimately serve players through an app on their phone or perhaps on a screen in their golf cart. According to Lou DiLorenzo, Deloitte's National AI & Data Strategy leader, the technology can help further educate golfers on the rules of the game, which can help ensure fair play and perhaps even speed up the pace of play. "What we are doing here is using technology to help make the game and the rules more accessible, which is good for more people to enjoy playing it under fair play conditions," DiLorenzo told Reuters. "Ultimately we think it's going to help increase speed of play, we think it's going to help the interaction between the USGA and the courses that it serves and ultimately the membership that it represents."
CBC
27-05-2025
- Politics
- CBC
New rules mark unofficial start of N.B. PC party leadership race
Members adopt new rules on how to choose the person who will lead them in next provincial election
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Internet fiercely divided over former teacher's 11 'non-negotiable rules' for her kids
A former teacher has left the internet fiercely divided after she shared the 11 'non-negotiable' rules that she set for her kids. Lizzie Gaines, from Texas, recently went viral after she opened up about the strict regulations that she and her husband had implemented for their three children: Jake, 13, Will, nine, and Birdie, six. The ex-educator, who now works in real estate, explained in an Instagram clip that there are 11 things that she and her husband, Josh, 'expect' from their sons and daughter. But the now-viral video launched a massive argument between viewers, as some people on the web felt her rules were a little too severe. 'POV: You and your husband are former public school teachers and you have 11 non-negotiables for your kids,' she began in the video. Lizzie revealed that her first rule was that her kids must refer to 'any and all adults' as 'ma'am' and 'sir.' Next, she said they must adhere to a strict 'backpack and shoes routine' so they don't have to 'search for them in the morning.' She also said its her kids' responsibility to plug in their school devices when they get home, and remember to put them back in their backpacks before leaving each morning. 'It's not my job to tell you if you have homework,' she added. 'Your teacher had it on the board, your agenda, and reminded you in class five times. 'And if you get in trouble at school, we will support your teachers.' Lizzie's next rule was that it's up to her kids to pack their own lunches and to remember to bring them in the morning. In addition, she said they will 'eat what she serves' for dinner, and 'if they don't like it, they will sit with the rest of the family while they eat.' The mom-of-three continued, 'Dinner time is a sacred, we're going to be pleasant, get along, and share about our day... it's some of our only uninterrupted family alone time with no distractions.' Lizzie's other rules included picking up after yourself and not leaving dirty clothes on your floor. 'You get a phone because it's convenient, but it will go away if abused,' read another regulation. 'It charges in my room every night and I will check what's on it.' Lastly, she wrote, 'Never get too big for your britches or my kisses.' Many people rushed to the comment section to share their thoughts, and while some praised Lizzie's take, others were quick to slam her rules. 'Marriage and family therapist here who specializes in trauma and attachment. Please don't tell your children you will support/believe their teachers/another adult over them,' one person wrote. 'I work with adult survivors of sexual abuse, this is probably one of the number one causes, feeling like their parents wouldn't believe them/they will get in trouble if they tell.' 'Forcing your kid to sit hungry and watch everyone eat just because you made food you knew they wouldn't like is extremely messed up,' another added. 'No offense but I'm glad you're not my mom,' announced someone else. '"I wonder why my kids hate me,"' read a fourth comment. A fifth said, 'This just made me realize maybe my mom isn't so bad.' 'Tell me this is satire. This is so concerning,' a different user scathed. Despite the negativity, many viewers said they loved her rules. 'I smell stability, routine, respect, accountability... all the good things that PARENTS should be handling,' one user praised. 'These comments are blowing my mind. Kids need and crave boundaries and stability,' agreed another. But the now-viral video launched a massive argument between viewers, as some people on the web felt her rules were a little too severe 'My husband was a teacher for almost a decade and left teaching because parents just don't teach their kids anything anymore. 'The disrespect and entitlement is unreal these days. Love these - we parent the same way at our house and have two strong, independent, respectful boys who love their momma/daddy!' 'As a fellow teacher, thank you for instilling boundaries, respect, and consistency into your children,' someone else gushed. 'And it is 100 percent OKAY to see what your children are doing on their devices! There are so many things kids get into online that they have no ability to understand.' 'And that's how you raise CAPABLE adults,' a different comment read. 'Good job mom! 'I'm a mom of teens and trust me this lays the ground for a strong foundation! You can tell by all the push back you're doing it right!' Lizzie addressed some of the backlash to the Today show recently. She said, 'No one in our house is being starved. Our kids know that they can eat what's offered. If they don't like it, which is very, very rare, they can grab some fruit from the fridge. 'We're not short-order cooks. I'm not making you chicken nuggets while the rest of us have a nice, healthy meal.'
