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Kevin McCarthy
personThe final vote tally Wednesday evening was 252-175, which was announced on the floor by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi as she banged her gavel. 'I beg you to pass this bill,' said Rep. John Katko, the New York Republican who negotiated with Democrats to get the bill finished. Democrats killed a resolution put forth by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy that would end mask-wearing in the House.
Senate
organizationSenate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he is opposed to a House bill. The bill would establish a bipartisan, independent commission to probe the riot at the Capitol. The House is set to vote on establishing the commission later Wednesday.
Tottenham
organizationTottenham lost 2-1 to Aston Villa at White Hart Lane on Wednesday night. Ollie Watkins scored the only goal of the game for the visitors. Tottenham fans booed their team off at half-time and full-time. Harry Kane has told Tottenham he wants to leave the club this summer. Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea are expected to bid for the 27-year-old.
Demi Lovato
person"Today is a day I'm so happy to share more of my life with you all," Lovato wrote on Twitter. This comes two months after Demi confirmed they were pansexual. The pop singer will use the pronouns they and them to describe themselves.
Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi
personPrincess Beatrice, 32, is expecting a baby with husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. The baby will be the Queen's 12th great-grandchild following the arrival of the Sussexes' second child in the summer. Her Majesty, 95, is said to be "delighted" at her granddaughter's news.
HBO Max
organizationHBO Max is adding an ad-supported version for $5 less than its original price. The cheaper option brings in commercials, though WarnerMedia promises "the lightest ad load in the streaming industry"
Beatrice
personBeatrice, 32, married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, 38, in July. The baby will be the Queen's 12th great-grandchild. It will also be the second grandchild for the Duke of York and Sarah, Duchess of York.
Andrew Brown Jr.
personPasquotank County District Attorney Andrew Womble said he had concluded his investigation and found no wrongdoing by the deputies. Brown, 42, was shot as he resisted arrest and tried to speed off in his car during the morning raid at his home on April 21. Three deputies involved in the shooting remain on leave.
Harry Kane
personHarry Kane has told Tottenham chiefs he wants to leave at the end of the season. Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are all believed to be interested. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is likely to hold out for £120m-plus.
Google will use "next-generation" geothermal energy to power data centers and infrastructure in Nevada. Google Pay support is expanding to 26 new countries. Google Maps will allow users to specifically pick less environmentally damaging journeys.
Roy Hodgson
personRoy Hodgson will step down as Crystal Palace manager at the end of the season. The 73-year-old made the announcement before Wednesday's game at home to Arsenal. Frank Lampard, Sean Dyche and Steve Cooper are the early frontrunners.
Spurs
organizationHarry Kane has been linked with a move away from Tottenham Hotspur. The England captain has told the club he wants to leave this summer. Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are all interested. Real Madrid, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are also interested.
Daniel Levy
personHarry Kane has told Tottenham Hotspur he wants to leave the club. The 27-year-old has been heavily linked with Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City in recent weeks. Tottenham fans won't boo Kane when they face Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Anthony Joshua
personAnthony Joshua and Tyson Fury's fight has hit a snag. Arbitrator rules that Fury is contractually bound to fulfil third fight with Wilder. That throws into doubt proposed Aug. 14 fight between Joshua and Fury. Joshua could instead fight the mandatory challenger for the WBO belt, Oleksandr Usyk.
Naomi Campbell
personNaomi Campbell announced the birth of her first child on Tuesday. The 50-year-old supermodel posted a photo of her hand holding the baby's feet. It is unclear who the father is and whether Campbell gave birth or hired a surrogate.
Google I/O
organizationGoogle's Android TV OS now reaches over 80 million monthly active devices. The company also previewed a series of upcoming features for Android TV, including a remote control feature. Google’s annual developer conference I/O is back this year, after taking a hiatus in 2020.
Roger Federer
personTop-seeded Swiss had not played since losing in the quarter-finals in Doha in March. The 39-year-old was out for more than 12 months after undergoing two knee operations last year. Federer is hoping to return to top form just in time for the French Open.
Tyson Fury
personAnthony Joshua-Tyson Fury fight hits snag after Deontay Wilder ruling. Arbitrator rules that Fury is contractually bound to fulfil third fight with Wilder. That throws into doubt proposed Aug. 14 fight between Joshua and Fury. Joshua could instead fight the mandatory challenger for the WBO belt, Oleksandr Usyk.
Tottenham
organizationTottenham striker Harry Kane wants to leave White Hart Lane. Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are said to be interested. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is likely to hold out for £120m-plus. Caretaker boss Ryan Mason insists Kane still 'loves' the club.
AT&T
organizationAT&T will merge its WarnerMedia business with Discovery to create a new stand-alone company. Current AT&T shareholders will receive stock representing 71 per cent of the newly formed company. Discovery shareholders will control 29 per cent.