In the vibrant and fast-paced world of professional sports, there are few athletes who can match the intensity and determination of Rudy Gobert, the star center of the Utah Jazz. Known for his tenacious defense, shot-blocking prowess, and relentless work ethic, Gobert has not only elevated his own game but also played a crucial role in shaping the destiny of his team.None
Fans of the original book series and the acclaimed film adaptations by Peter Jackson will no doubt be thrilled to revisit familiar characters such as Aragorn, Legolas, and Gandalf in this new animated iteration. The talented voice cast brings these iconic roles to life with passion and authenticity, infusing the story with emotion and depth.China's Golden Dragon Index Surges Over 8% - Foreign Investors Bullish on Chinese Assets
Recently, the headlines in South Korea have been dominated by a controversial incident involving the Chief of the South Korean Police Department. The Police Chief has been banned from leaving the country amidst allegations of misconduct during the emergency martial law period. This development has sparked widespread debate and concern among the public, as it raises questions about the integrity and transparency of law enforcement officials in the country.Percentages: FG .409, FT .533. 3-Point Goals: 16-33, .485 (Mack 6-9, Hines 3-5, Knox 2-4, Walker 2-4, Bass 2-7, Madlock 1-3, Simpsom 0-1). Team Rebounds: 7. Team Turnovers: None. Blocked Shots: 2 (Andrews, Walker). Turnovers: 10 (Hines 3, Simpsom 3, Okon 2, Bass, Kaego). Steals: 6 (Andrews, Hines, Knox, Mack, Madlock, Simpsom). Technical Fouls: Kaego, 00:50 first. Percentages: FG .464, FT .783. 3-Point Goals: 15-35, .429 (Hardman 6-7, N.Johnson 3-5, Scott 2-5, T.Johnson 2-6, Gray 1-1, Harris 1-5, Lyles 0-2, Young 0-4). Team Rebounds: 4. Team Turnovers: 2. Blocked Shots: 1 (Musiime-Kamali). Turnovers: 9 (N.Johnson 2, Okonkwo 2, Scott 2, Young 2, Musiime-Kamali). Steals: 6 (Young 2, Gray, N.Johnson, Okonkwo, Scott). Technical Fouls: Young, 00:50 first. A_1,589 (5,500).
FRISCO — The Dallas Cowboys did not play their cleanest game Sunday afternoon, but showed their grit in gutsy victory over the Washington Commanders. Nonetheless, Mike McCarthy's group snapped a five-game losing streak to paint some momentum back onto their season. The latest chapter of this storied NFC East rivalry was a wild one, seeing 41 points scored in the fourth quarter. The collection of points in the final 34-26 score had a great deal to do with special-teams efforts on both sides. This game had plenty of storylines at hand to make it an enticing contest, coming in, but the drama in the aftermath supplanted those points. Here's "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly'' from Dallas' key win over the Washington Commanders. Peter Casey-Imagn Images The Good — Cowboys remain resilient after early mistakes: The way the game started, Dallas would likely find themselves buried against many teams across the league. However, the Cowboys remained steady and would generate key scoring plays to take a 20-9 lead in the fourth quarter. Given all that has gone wrong for this group this season, their resilience in this situation was admirable, especially down the stretch. The Bad — Tanking hopes put on hold: For those hoping the Cowboys would punt away their season, it will take a lot more to force that into existence. Dallas missed a handful of starters offensively and defensively, yet found a way to score a win on the road. The tanking conversation can be analyzed in a variety of ways, but for now the Cowboys have delayed the process of a full-out chase to the bottom of the league standings. By the way, on Monday, Cowboys COO Stephen Jones denied any "mixed emotions'' about winning vs. tanking. “Absolutely not,'' Jones insisted via 105.3 The Fan. "We’ve been very upfront that we want to win football games right now. ... The most important thing right now is to play the people who give us the best chance to win the game.” Related: Ranking Cowboys Upset of Commanders Among Top 10 Wildest Wins The Ugly — An abundance of mistakes nearly force another infamous bungle: Those previously mentioned miscues included a blocked field goal, missed field goal and a fumble all on their first three drives. Even after the Cowboys seemingly cleaned up those mistakes, Jayden Daniels hit Terry McLaurin on an inexplicable scoring play 86 yards out in the final ticks. "We got down to the end there,'' McCarthy said, "and it was just a situational extravaganza, it's like Yahtzee - everything was in there.” Such an assortment of errors have happened on separate occasions for Dallas this season, rendering this a bunch unable to get out of its own way. Systemically, that remains a major flaw with this team. But now 4-7, we suppose the locker room can't be blamed for at least for the moment believing that keys to the "good'' outweigh all the "bad" and the "ugly.'' Related: Micah Parsons Offers Hot Heisman Take on Jeanty vs. HunterIowa women's basketball makes season debut in AP Top 25
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At the summit of the Serie A table, we find a familiar face in AC Milan. The Rossoneri have been in scintillating form this season, with their attacking prowess spearheaded by the likes of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Rafael Leao. Manager Stefano Pioli has instilled a winning mentality within the squad, and they have shown great resilience in grinding out results when needed. AC Milan's blend of youth and experience has been a key factor in their success so far.
As the world watches nervously, it is clear that the stakes are higher than ever in the Taiwan Strait. The time for calm and rational decision-making is now, as any misstep could have far-reaching and devastating consequences for the region and the world as a whole. It is imperative that all parties involved exercise restraint and work towards a peaceful resolution to the crisis before it is too late.
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Memphis fights off No. 2 UConn in OT in Maui Invitational thrillerIn conclusion, the partnership between Ricoh China, PConline, and Locke Park represents a groundbreaking initiative to promote sustainability, innovation, and well-being in the workplace. By working together, these organizations are paving the way for a more sustainable, employee-centric future, where productivity, creativity, and sustainability go hand in hand. The ESG "Green Pursuit Movement" is not just a trend; it is a transformative movement that will shape the future of work for years to come.This morning, the national Wah-ila-toos Indigenous Council published a first-of-its kind report. “Kinship and Prosperity: Proven Solutions for a Clean Energy Landscape,” outlines guidelines for incorporating Indigenous voices into Canada’s climate strategy, policy, and legislation. “As Canada continues to grapple with the impact of climate change, the effect it has on Indigenous communities is felt across the country,” stated the report. The council noted that despite the federal government adopting a climate change policy and committing to carbon reduction, Canada still has a long way to go. The country is currently near the bottom of the Climate Change Performance Index, ranked 62nd out of 67 countries. The Index is a collaboration of several international climate organization and an independent monitoring tool assessing nations’ progress toward climate change targets. In 2022, the Government of Canada invested $300 million in the Wah-ila-toos clean energy initiatives for Indigenous and remote communities, allocating $238 million for projects and $62 million for internal administration between 2022 and 2027. Later that year, the Indigenous Council was formed to advise federal departments on the Wah-ila-toos mandate and participate in its governing board. The Wah-ila-toos council is assisting in transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy, focusing on the unique challenges various communities face. The commission emphasizes that Indigenous knowledge, grounded in thousands of years of experience, is crucial for developing sustainable energy systems that foster energy security, uphold human rights, and support self-determination. Since its inception in 2022, the initiative has funded several projects across British Columbia and the country, allocating over $97 million. This investment is estimated to have reduced diesel reliance by 18 million litres annually. The funded projects primarily focus on renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and biomass, as well as, some innovative technologies such as hydrogen energy. The Wah-ila-toos council consists of six First Nations, Inuit, and Métis leaders with expertise in clean energy, working in partnership with federal departments such as Natural Resources Canada and Indigenous Services Canada. The team consists of Grant Sullivan, Alex Cook, Jordyn Burnouf, Kim Scott, Zux̌ valaqs (Leona Humchitt), and Sean Brennan Nang Hl K’aayaas, with independent consultant Karley Scott also assisting. Brennan, a Haida and Eagle Clan member, has dedicated his career to advancing Haida sovereignty for future generations. He says they have been working on this report for over a year. “Indigenous communities have demonstrated leadership in clean energy in the past, since time immemorial,” he said. “Continued progress requires sufficient and equity-driven long-term funding for Indigenous communities and proponents so Indigenous people can really deliver the proven clean energy solutions that are helping to lift these communities out of poverty, to help enable the path to prosperity. A lot of this is really depending on funding and the funding delivery should really be accessible and streamlined.” He says Indigenous self-determination is crucial for sustainable solutions, and Indigenous-led decisions will lead to economic reconciliation. “We need to make it easier for these Indigenous proponents to get these projects up and off the ground right. Indigenous decision-making needs to be there at the centre of it all... This document is basically a roadmap to government to really help them achieve that empowerment of Indigenous communities to give them those solutions,” he said. “Energy costs in rural and remote communities are skyrocketing.” he continued. “Indigenous-led alternative energy projects will help bring people out of poverty and provide local jobs for them.” He says Indigenous communities have been left out of British Columbia’s clean energy grid for far too long. Out of 44 communities in B.C. that are not connected to the grid, 40 are Indigenous. As a result, these communities rely heavily on diesel fuel, which negatively affects their environment in several ways, including air quality issues and the risk of spills. “One, with the climate changing at a rapid pace, and two, we’re contributing to it in a way that we never really had a consent or say in doing that,” Brennan said. “We didn’t really ask for diesel generators in our communities, or have any say about whether or not we could have attached to the grid in the first place. So we’re sort of just left stuck finding solutions, and this [initiative] is us going out, being proactive about those solutions and creating that opportunity for ourselves, while at the same time creating some sort of economic prosperity.” The 2021 UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (UNDA) affirms Indigenous rights and mandates Canada to engage with Indigenous Peoples based on respect for human rights and self-determination. In 2023, Canada’s UNDA Action Plan committed to stable long-term funding for Indigenous participation in decision-making and policy co-development, empowering self-determination on climate issues. “Ensuring a just transition is vital, which broadly means ensuring no one is left behind or disadvantaged as we move toward low-carbon, environmentally sustainable economies and societies,” the report states. “This transition to renewable energy must be guided by principles of decolonization, the restoration of right relationships with the Earth, and equitable outcomes for workers and communities that have historically faced marginalization.” Brennan added carbon reduction is a natural way of life for Indigenous people. “We’re dependent on an outside fuel source that’s not sustainable or renewable,” he said noting his aim is to move this situation toward energy sovereignty and prosperity. He says like many rural or remote locations, his home place of Haida Gwaii burns 11 million litres of diesel per year. “We’re not really proud of having these large carbon footprints when compared to the rest of the province and the rest of Canada,” he said. One of the currently funded projects is a two-megawatt solar farm, which estimates predict will bring diesel consumption down to 660,000 litres per year. The Kinship and Prosperity Report’s key recommendations include: Improved Access to Funding: Streamlining processes to eliminate barriers and make funding more accessible for Indigenous-led projects. Consistent Project Eligibility: Developing clear criteria prioritizing community benefits and Indigenous-led initiatives. Inclusive Opportunities: Aligning efforts with Canada’s sustainable development goals and enhancing community readiness for clean energy transitions. Indigenous Leadership: Empowering Indigenous communities to take the lead in energy decisions with respect for self-determination. Sustainable Funding: Establishing long-term funding and support for Indigenous climate action, including multi-year grants and economic reconciliation. “As we look forward, it is evident that the path to a sustainable future lies in recognizing and amplifying the voices of Indigenous Peoples, in simplifying the process and removing unnecessary complexities, and in learning from our experiences,” states the report.