ST. PAUL — A buck harvested near Wheaton in western Minnesota during the opening weekend of firearms season has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reported on Thursday, Dec. 12. The adult male deer was harvested within Deer Permit Area 271 along the Minnesota - South Dakota border. To date, no wild deer with CWD had been previously detected in that area, nearby permit areas or near the Minnesota border in eastern South Dakota. ADVERTISEMENT “This discovery in western Minnesota, while unwelcome news, highlights the importance and necessity of our disease surveillance efforts and allowing hunters to test deer harvested anywhere in the state if they would like to,” said Erik Hildebrand, wildlife health supervisor with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Deer Permit Area 271 includes all of Traverse County and small portions of northern Big Stone and Wilkin counties. It is located north of Big Stone Lake and the Minnesota River Valley habitat corridor. The permit area is heavily farmed with limited public lands and habitat. So far this year, the total deer harvest in that permit area totals 397, with 303 of the total being adult males, according to the DNR website. Following the detection near Wheaton, the Minnesota DNR will implement measures outlined in its CWD response plan, which calls for three consecutive years of testing to help determine the potential prevalence of the disease in Deer Permit Area 271 and surrounding permit areas. The Minnesota DNR also will work with the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks and the North Dakota Game and Fish Department to coordinate surveillance of chronic wasting disease and management activities in the vicinity. Within deer permit areas where CWD has been detected and confirmed, the Minnesota DNR uses multiple management actions designed to help mitigate disease spread, including carcass movement restrictions, a deer feeding and attractants ban, and, sometimes, increased hunting opportunities with increased bag limits. In 2024, Deer Permit Area 271 will not be included in the CWD late-season management hunt that takes place Dec. 20-22. The adult male deer in that permit area that tested positive for CWD was harvested during the breeding season when deer are known to travel longer distances. ADVERTISEMENT Before deciding whether to remove additional deer in a CWD management hunt, the DNR will conduct surveillance in the fall of 2025 to better understand disease prevalence in the permit area.ATLANTA (AP) — Jimmy Carter, the peanut farmer who tried to restore virtue to the White House after the Watergate scandal and Vietnam War, then rebounded from a landslide defeat to become a global advocate of human rights and democracy, has died. He was 100 years old . The Carter Center said the 39th president died Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care , at his home in Plains, Georgia, where he and his wife, Rosalynn, who died in November 2023, lived most of their lives. A moderate Democrat, Carter ran for president in 1976 as a little-known Georgia governor with a broad grin, effusive Baptist faith and technocratic plans for efficient government. His promise to never deceive the American people resonated after Richard Nixon’s disgrace and U.S. defeat in southeast Asia. “If I ever lie to you, if I ever make a misleading statement, don’t vote for me. I would not deserve to be your president,” Carter said. Carter’s victory over Republican Gerald Ford, whose fortunes fell after pardoning Nixon, came amid Cold War pressures, turbulent oil markets and social upheaval over race, women’s rights and America’s role in the world. His achievements included brokering Mideast peace by keeping Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin at Camp David for 13 days in 1978. But his coalition splintered under double-digit inflation and the 444-day hostage crisis in Iran. His negotiations ultimately brought all the hostages home alive, but in a final insult, Iran didn’t release them until the inauguration of Ronald Reagan, who had trounced him in the 1980 election. Humbled and back home in Georgia, Carter said his faith demanded that he keep doing whatever he could, for as long as he could, to try to make a difference. He and Rosalynn co-founded The Carter Center in 1982 and spent the next 40 years traveling the world as peacemakers, human rights advocates and champions of democracy and public health. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, Carter helped ease nuclear tensions in North and South Korea, avert a U.S. invasion of Haiti and negotiate cease-fires in Bosnia and Sudan. By 2022, the center had monitored at least 113 elections around the world. Carter was determined to eradicate guinea worm infections as one of many health initiatives. Swinging hammers into their 90s, the Carters built homes with Habitat for Humanity. The common observation that he was better as an ex-president rankled Carter. His allies were pleased that he lived long enough to see biographers and historians revisit his presidency and declare it more impactful than many understood at the time. Propelled in 1976 by voters in Iowa and then across the South, Carter ran a no-frills campaign. Americans were captivated by the earnest engineer, and while an election-year Playboy interview drew snickers when he said he “had looked on many women with lust. I’ve committed adultery in my heart many times,” voters tired of political cynicism found it endearing. The first family set an informal tone in the White House, carrying their own luggage, trying to silence the Marine Band’s traditional “Hail to the Chief" and enrolling daughter, Amy, in public schools. Carter was lampooned for wearing a cardigan and urging Americans to turn down their thermostats. But Carter set the stage for an economic revival and sharply reduced America's dependence on foreign oil by deregulating the energy industry along with airlines, trains and trucking. He established the departments of Energy and Education, appointed record numbers of women and nonwhites to federal posts, preserved millions of acres of Alaskan wilderness and pardoned most Vietnam draft evaders. Emphasizing human rights , he ended most support for military dictators and took on bribery by multinational corporations by signing the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. He persuaded the Senate to ratify the Panama Canal treaties and normalized relations with China, an outgrowth of Nixon’s outreach to Beijing. But crippling turns in foreign affairs took their toll. When OPEC hiked crude prices, making drivers line up for gasoline as inflation spiked to 11%, Carter tried to encourage Americans to overcome “a crisis of confidence.” Many voters lost confidence in Carter instead after the infamous address that media dubbed his “malaise" speech, even though he never used that word. After Carter reluctantly agreed to admit the exiled Shah of Iran to the U.S. for medical treatment, the American Embassy in Tehran was overrun in 1979. Negotiations to quickly free the hostages broke down, and then eight Americans died when a top-secret military rescue attempt failed. Carter also had to reverse course on the SALT II nuclear arms treaty after the Soviets invaded Afghanistan in 1979. Though historians would later credit Carter's diplomatic efforts for hastening the end of the Cold war, Republicans labeled his soft power weak. Reagan’s “make America great again” appeals resonated, and he beat Carter in all but six states. Born Oct. 1, 1924, James Earl Carter Jr. married fellow Plains native Rosalynn Smith in 1946, the year he graduated from the Naval Academy. He brought his young family back to Plains after his father died, abandoning his Navy career, and they soon turned their ambitions to politics . Carter reached the state Senate in 1962. After rural white and Black voters elected him governor in 1970, he drew national attention by declaring that “the time for racial discrimination is over.” Carter published more than 30 books and remained influential as his center turned its democracy advocacy onto U.S. politics, monitoring an audit of Georgia’s 2020 presidential election results. After a 2015 cancer diagnosis, Carter said he felt “perfectly at ease with whatever comes.” “I’ve had a wonderful life,” he said. “I’ve had thousands of friends, I’ve had an exciting, adventurous and gratifying existence.” Contributors include former AP staffer Alex Sanz in Atlanta.
PALO ALTO, Calif. , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AKOOL, Inc., the global leader in generative AI video, is excited to announce its strategic partnership with Immerso AI, a wholly owned subsidiary of Eros Digital, the largest producer and distributor of Bollywood content worldwide. This partnership aims to transform the digital immersion and video markets through cutting-edge AI technologies, merging Immerso AI's extensive digital IP content libraries with AKOOL's generative AI expertise. With a vast library of over 12,000 digital titles, Eros Digital brings invaluable content assets to the collaboration. Together, the alliance will leverage this repository to deliver groundbreaking AI-driven experiences for the video and digital business and consumer markets. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, AKOOL specializes in generative AI for visual applications, renowned for its Faceswap and Avatar technologies that lead innovation in the field. The partnership will focus on developing unique AI applications, including personalized movie recommendations, AI-generated visual effects tailored for Bollywood films, and automated editing tools for content creators. Additionally, AKOOL will fine-tune AI models to meet the specific needs of the Bollywood market, enhancing content delivery and audience engagement. Jiajun Lu , CEO of AKOOL, shared, "Partnering with Immerso AI and Eros Digital is a significant milestone. Their vast media assets and market presence perfectly complement our advanced AI technology. Together, we'll create innovative solutions to revolutionize content creation and consumption. By leveraging Eros Digital's extensive video library, we can develop AI-tuned models that redefine Bollywood's digital landscape." Under the agreement, Immerso AI will lead regional business development and handle operations, while AKOOL will focus on technical development and proprietary AI innovations. Both companies will share rights to jointly developed intellectual property, fostering a collaborative approach to commercialization. For more information about AKOOL and its innovative AI solutions, visit www.akool.com . About AKOOL, Inc.: AKOOL is a leading AI technology company based in Palo Alto, CA , specializing in generative AI for visual applications. The company develops state-of-the-art AI solutions to drive innovation in video and digital immersion markets. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/akool-announces-strategic-bollywood-partnership-to-revolutionize-ai-in-digital-immersion-and-video-markets-302315726.html SOURCE AKOOL
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Former 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson joins 'America Reports' to discuss her priorities to 'repair' the party. DNC chair candidate Nate Snyder, a former Department of Homeland Security official, lamented that there was a lack of gender diversity in the race during a recent interview. "It is a bit jarring too, to where the gender diversity is in this race and the conversation, it’s also way off," Snyder said during an interview with The Hill . Snyder, Gov. Martin O'Malley, D-Md., Minnesota state party chair Ken Martin, Wisconsin state party chair Ben Wikler, and New York state Sen. James Skoufis are among the other Democrats running for chair. Former presidential candidate Marianne Williamson has also entered the race, becoming the only woman vying for the position. Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., told the outlet that there was a lack of diversity among the state party operations. The stage is prepared ahead of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, US, on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. There are about 50,000 people coming to Chicago during convention week, with expectations they will fill its hotels, bars and restaurants. (Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images) DEMOCRATS IN DISARRAY: MORE CANDIDATES JUMP INTO WIDE-OPEN RACE FOR DNC CHAIR "I think that a lot of the state parties have not been particularly diverse," Jayapal told The Hill. "I also think, like building the infrastructure of the party — the state parties — gives us a better bench when we get to the DNC chair." There are some women running to be vice chair, including Michelle Deatrick. "People should just judge me on my actions," Martin told The Hill. "And, you know, we have built a multiracial, multigenerational coalition within the DFL." Martin, who chairs the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, unveiled a 10-point memo titled "A New DNC Framework" after their loss to President-elect Donald Trump in November. Minnesota Democratic Party chair Ken Martin, a leading contender in the Democratic National Committee chair race, at the DNC executive committee meeting on Dec. 12, 2024, in Washington, D.C. (Fox News - Paul Steinhauser) CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Martin's memo calls on Democrats to "show up in nontraditional and uncomfortable media spaces on a regular basis, increase outreach to local messengers and trusted validators, and create our own platforms for authentic engagement." Williamson announced her bid just days ago, and said she wanted to reinvent the Democratic Party. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP "President Trump has ushered in an age of political theatre – a collective adrenaline rush that has enabled him to not only move masses of people into his camp but also masses of people away from ours. It does not serve us to underestimate the historic nature of what he has achieved," Williamson said. "In fact, it’s important that we recognize the psychological and emotional dimensions of Trump’s appeal. We need to understand it to create the energy to counter it. MAGA is a distinctly 21st century political movement, and it will not be defeated by a 20th century tool kit. Data analysis, fundraising, field organizing, and beefed-up technology – while all are important - will not be enough to prepare the way for Democratic victory in 2024 and beyond," she said. Hanna Panreck is an associate editor at Fox News.
Criminal defense lawyer turned political activist (and Democrat turned Republican) Maud Maron is the first announced challenger to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg — and so a ray of hope for unseating the radical soft-on-crime prosecutor. Just a week ago, many in NYC political circles were despairing that Bragg would coast to re-election next year because no moderate Democrat had emerged as a challenger — and most likely won’t — in the June 25 Democratic primary. Running as a Republican in Manhattan will be no cakewalk, but ex-Democrat Maron can build on the the 120,000 “disaffected voters” who stayed home on Election Day rather than vote for Vice President Harris. Maron told The Post that she would work to restore public safety and justice, remove violent mentally ill people from city streets, prosecute criminals regardless of immigration status and repeal DA Bragg’s infamous “Day One memo.” And she brings her experience and insight as a Legal Aid criminal defense attorney to the race. As a member of Manhattan Community Education Council 2, Maron fights for students, parents and better schools — for education over ideology. Bragg’s focus on woke ideology over a commonsense approach to criminal justice and just prosecutions has endangered Manhattan residents and businesses. His decisions to prosecute Harlem bodega clerk Jose Alba , Daniel Penny , and Donald Trump were pure politics, while his refusal to go after repeat offenders and Tren de Aragua thugs is pure dereliction of duty. Plenty of New Yorkers want Alvin Bragg gone: Now they have a candidate.As the holiday season approaches, so does a rise in romance scams. Scammers exploit the loneliness and generosity people often feel during this time of year, targeting vulnerable individuals through online dating sites and social media. To help you stay safe, a free webinar will be held on December 10 at 11 a.m. featuring experts from Homeland Security Investigations and AARP New York. The session will provide essential tools and knowledge on how to recognize and avoid romance scams, especially for those who may be more susceptible, like older adults. In 2022 alone, older Americans lost nearly $240 million to these scams, according to the FTC’s Protecting Older Consumers Report. Key Takeaways: Speakers: The webinar is free, but registration is required. Don’t miss this opportunity to protect yourself and loved ones from online fraud this holiday season. Register now to secure your spot!
CLEVELAND — Alyssa Nakken, the first woman to coach in a Major League Baseball game, is leaving the San Francisco Giants to join the Cleveland Guardians. Nakken made history in 2022 when she took over as first-base coach following an ejection. A former college softball star at Sacramento State, Nakken joined the Giants in 2014 and was promoted to a spot on manager Gabe Kapler’s staff in 2020, becoming the majors’ first full-time female coach. Nakken has been hired as an assistant director within player development for the Guardians, who won the AL Central last season under first-year manager Stephen Vogt — the AL Manager of the Year. With Cleveland, the 34-year-old Nakken will work with former Giants coaches Craig Albernaz and Kai Correa. “Nak is a systematic executor of processes and a thoughtful communicator,” Correa said via text message Friday night. “When you combine her skill set with the unique experiences she’s had over the course of her career, it makes her a perfect fit for our player development system. I’m really looking forward to being her teammate again.” Nakken’s exact duties are still being determined. She became a first-time mom welcoming daughter Austyn earlier this year and didn’t travel full-time on manager Bob Melvin’s staff. “We thank Alyssa Nakken for her incredible contributions to the San Francisco Giants and for trailblazing a path for women in sports,” the Giants said in a statement on Friday. “Her leadership, dedication, and passion for the game have inspired countless individuals, and her impact has been truly transformative for the Giants organization and the baseball community. “As she embarks on this exciting new chapter in her career, we have no doubt that she’ll continue to inspire and achieve great things. We wish her and her family nothing but the best.” Nakken is the second on-field female coach hired by the Guardians. In 2023, Cleveland brought in Amanda Kamekona as its hitting development coach for its year-round training academy in Goodyear, Arizona. Last season, she was an assistant hitting coach at Double-A Akron. Kamekona was twice a third-team All-American at UCLA after transferring from Cal State Fullerton.Trudeau told Trump Americans would also suffer if tariffs are imposed, a Canadian minister saysPenn State kicks off Sunshine Slam by cruising past Fordham
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CNOOC Limited and 80883 announces that Huizhou 26-6 Oilfield Development Project has commenced production. The project is located in the Pearl River Mouth Basin, with an average water depth of approximately 110 meters. The main production facilities include a new intelligent drilling production platform, as well as the adaptively-modified “NAN HAI FEN JIN” FPSO. A total of 19 development wells are planned to be commissioned, including 2 oil production wells and 17 gas production wells. The project is expected to achieve a peak production of approximately 20,600 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2027. The main products include light crude and natural gas. Huizhou 26-6 Oilfield Development Project is CNOOC Limited’s first deep buried hill reservoir development project in the South China Sea. The Company has been actively adopting the state-of-art technologies. The first intelligent offshore drilling production platform in China was built for this project, to realize efficient development of the offshore oil and gas resources. The new project will contribute to the economic and social development of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area. CNOOC Limited holds 100% interest in this project and is the operator. Source: CNOOC LimitedToday's fortune: Dec. 3, 2024 Published: 03 Dec. 2024, 07:00 Audio report: written by reporters, read by AI Read what today holds in store for you under the 12 signs of the zodiac, each represented by an animal. Our astrologer Cho Ku-moon explores saju (the four pillars of destiny) and geomancy for your prospects on wealth, health and love while offering advice on the direction of your luck and fortune. Check the year of your birth for today’s prediction. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 (Nov. 3 on the lunar calendar) Rat Wealth: average Health: average Love: passionate Lucky direction: west 1936: Live life with optimism. 1948: A smile brings good fortune. 1960: Age is just a number; stay youthful. 1972: Act on today’s tasks without procrastination. 1984: You might find yourself busy with work. 1996: Passion is a privilege of youth. Ox Wealth: average Health: average Love: jealous Lucky direction: west 1937: Start a new hobby. 1949: Appreciate what you have instead of seeking what’s missing. 1961: Too many opinions can lead to confusion. 1973: Competition may cause stress. 1985: Take initiative and act ahead of others. 1997: Protect and manage what belongs to you. Tiger Wealth: fair Health: good Love: joyful Lucky direction: east 1938: Take pride in the life you’ve lived. 1950: Celebrate your family and achievements. 1962: Conversations lead to teamwork. 1974: Achieve growth through collaboration. 1986: Build mutually beneficial relationships. 1998: Face challenges with confidence. Rabbit Wealth: fair Health: good Love: joyful Lucky direction: north 1939: Enjoy a relaxing day with good food and drinks. 1951: Treat those around you with kindness. 1963: The morning will likely be more productive than the afternoon. 1975: Share tea and meaningful conversations. 1987: Your plans are likely to progress smoothly. 1999: Seek to enjoy the best of both worlds. Dragon Wealth: excellent Health: strong Love: united Lucky direction: south 1940: Everything may go your way today. 1952: Go with the flow; it’s all good. 1964: A productive day where nothing goes to waste. 1976: Your hard work will be rewarded. 1988: Unity in teamwork leads to success. 2000: Your social circle may expand positively. Snake Wealth: average Health: average Love: giving Lucky direction: south 1941: Life’s essentials are the same for everyone. 1953: Whichever path you choose, the results will be similar. 1965: A day to focus on giving rather than receiving. 1977: There’s little difference between your options. 1989: Analyze tasks carefully. 2001: Expect to give or receive help. Horse Wealth: average Health: average Love: generous Lucky direction: west 1942: Spend wisely rather than hoarding resources. 1954: Unexpected events may arise. 1966: Decisions might demand your attention. 1978: Moderate spending can enrich life. 1990: Anticipate expenses today. 2002: Balance value with enjoyment. Sheep Wealth: average Health: average Love: jealous Lucky direction: north 1943: A tree with many branches always sways in the wind. 1955: Many branches often mean more fruit. 1967: Healthy competition can foster growth. 1979: Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. 1991: Envy leads to loss. 2003: Things often look better on the other side. Monkey Wealth: fair Health: good Love: happy Lucky direction: north 1944: Happiness depends on your mindset. 1956: A joyful heart can brighten your day. 1968: Long-awaited news or events may arrive. 1980: Focus on tasks you excel at. 1992: A day filled with happiness. 2004: Embrace small, certain joys. Rooster Wealth: fair Health: good Love: romantic Lucky direction: west 1945: Open your heart to others. 1957: Age is no barrier to love. 1969: Share love and passion generously. 1981: Collaboration may boost energy and momentum. 1993: Your “love battery” may recharge. 2005: Cupid’s arrow may strike. Dog Wealth: average Health: average Love: social Lucky direction: east 1946: You may acquire something new. 1958: Expect news from family or relatives. 1970: New and exciting information may come your way. 1982: Anticipate meeting someone or starting a new venture. 1994: Be proactive and take initiative. 2006: Discover useful insights today. Pig Wealth: spending Health: cautious Love: conflicting Lucky direction: west 1935: Visit a doctor promptly if you feel unwell. 1947: Avoid unnecessary interference. 1959: A child remains under your care forever. 1971: Slower steps may yield better results. 1983: Avoid overwork and excessive indulgence. 1995: Perseverance can lead to success. 2007: If you can’t avoid it, enjoy it.
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