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jili886 Brazilian police formally accuse former President Bolsonaro and aides of alleged 2022 coup attemptBy COLLEEN SLEVIN DENVER (AP) — Amid renewed interest in the killing of JonBenet Ramsey triggered in part by a new Netflix documentary, police in Boulder, Colorado, refuted assertions this week that there is viable evidence and leads about the 1996 killing of the 6-year-old girl that they are not pursuing. JonBenet Ramsey, who competed in beauty pageants, was found dead in the basement of her family’s home in the college town of Boulder the day after Christmas in 1996. Her body was found several hours after her mother called 911 to say her daughter was missing and a ransom note had been left behind. The details of the crime and video footage of JonBenet competing in pageants propelled the case into one of the highest-profile mysteries in the United States. The police comments came as part of their annual update on the investigation, a month before the 28th anniversary of JonBenet’s killing. Police said they released it a little earlier due to the increased attention on the case, apparently referring to the three-part Netflix series “Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenet Ramsey.” In a video statement, Boulder Police Chief Steve Redfearn said the department welcomes news coverage and documentaries about the killing of JonBenet, who would have been 34 this year, as a way to generate possible new leads. He said the department is committed to solving the case but needs to be careful about what it shares about the investigation to protect a possible future prosecution. “What I can tell you though, is we have thoroughly investigated multiple people as suspects throughout the years and we continue to be open-minded about what occurred as we investigate the tips that come into detectives,” he said. The Netflix documentary focuses on the mistakes made by police and the “media circus” surrounding the case. JonBenet was bludgeoned and strangled. Her death was ruled a homicide, but nobody was ever prosecuted. Police were widely criticized for mishandling the early investigation into her death amid speculation that her family was responsible. However, a prosecutor cleared her parents, John and Patsy Ramsey, and brother Burke in 2008 based on new DNA evidence from JonBenet’s clothing that pointed to the involvement of an “unexplained third party” in her slaying. The announcement by former district attorney Mary Lacy came two years after Patsy Ramsey died of cancer. Lacy called the Ramseys “victims of this crime.” Related Articles National News | Ex-US Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial, citing prosecutors’ recently admitted error National News | Federal court dismisses defamation lawsuit against Fox News for Jan. 6 conspiracy theory National News | Northern lights may be faintly visible across parts of the US this Thanksgiving National News | Trump transition says Cabinet picks, appointees were targeted by bomb threats, swatting attacks National News | Man tried to fly from LAX with 71 pounds of meth-caked clothing, including cow onesie, officials say John Ramsey has continued to speak out for the case to be solved. In 2022, he supported an online petition asking Colorado’s governor to intervene in the investigation by putting an outside agency in charge of DNA testing in the case. In the Netflix documentary, he said he has been advocating for several items that have not been prepared for DNA testing to be tested and for other items to be retested. He said the results should be put through a genealogy database. In recent years, investigators have identified suspects in unsolved cases by comparing DNA profiles from crime scenes and to DNA testing results shared online by people researching their family trees. In 2021, police said in their annual update that DNA hadn’t been ruled out to help solve the case, and in 2022 noted that some evidence could be “consumed” if DNA testing is done on it. Last year, police said they convened a panel of outside experts to review the investigation to give recommendations and determine if updated technologies or forensic testing might produce new leads. In the latest update, Redfearn said that review had ended but that police continue to work through and evaluate a “lengthy list of recommendations” from the panel. Amy Beth Hanson contributed to this report from Helena, Montana.

Police deny sitting on evidence as Netflix doc brings renewed attention to JonBenet Ramsey’s killing

Georgetown is set to play its first road game of the season while West Virginia attempts to build off its successful 2-1 trip to the Bahamas when the former conference rivals meet on Friday in Morgantown, W. Va., as part of the Big 12-Big East Battle. Picked 13th out of 16 in the Big 12 preseason coaches' poll, West Virginia (5-2) has been riding the hot shooting of Javon Small and Tucker DeVries. Small averages a team-high 19 points and shoots 41.3 percent on 3-pointers while DeVries adds 14.9 points per game and hits on 46.9 percent of his threes. Every basket was needed last week as the Mountaineers upset then-No. 3 Gonzaga and then-No. 24 Arizona with a loss to Louisville sandwiched in between. All three contests went into overtime, believed to be a first in program history. First-year coach Darian DeVries, who led Drake to three NCAA Tournaments in the last four seasons, had never seen anything like it. "I've never been a part of three games like that, especially with the quality of opponents that we went up these last three days," he said after the Arizona win. "Just incredible resolve and grit and toughness from our group all three nights." Georgetown has started 7-1 for the first time since the 2018-19 season and has done so with a completely revamped roster that includes 14 freshmen or sophomores. As a result of an inexperienced squad, coach Ed Cooley specifically delayed the Hoyas' first trip out of the nation's capital. "Obviously, the competition is going to change," Cooley said after the Hoyas defeated UMBC 86-62 on Monday. "We systematically scheduled this way to build confidence, continuity and chemistry and let our players feel what it is to win, and that's something hopefully that will have some carryover as we now get ready to head out on the road for the first time." Since losing to Notre Dame on Nov. 16, Georgetown has won five straight games by an average of 25.2 points. Thomas Sorber leads the Hoyas in scoring at 15.8 points per game and leads the conference in rebounding at 8.9 per game. Sorber was named as the Big East Freshman of the Week for the third time in four weeks. Georgetown holds the narrowest of leads in the all-time series at 27-26. The two schools met 27 times between 1995 and 2012 as league foes. The Mountaineers captured their lone Big East Championship in 2010 by defeating the Hoyas 60-58 at Madison Square Garden. --Field Level MediaLuke Williams feels Swansea ‘lost grip’ on game despite sealing victory at DerbyData Monetization Market to grow by USD 8.03 Billion from 2024-2028, driven by widespread adoption and AI-driven market transformation - Technavio

I test components for a living, and one of the best SSDs is now at one of the lowest prices I've ever seen for ChristmasAlabama and Mississippi tumbled out of the top 10 of The Associated Press Top 25 poll Sunday and Miami and SMU moved in following a chaotic weekend in the SEC and across college football in general. Oregon is No. 1 for the sixth straight week and Ohio State, Texas and Penn State held their places behind the Ducks, who are the last unbeaten team. The shuffling begins at No. 5, where Notre Dame returned for the first time since Week 2 after beating Army for its ninth straight win. No. 6 Georgia moved up two spots, No. 7 Tennessee and No. 8 Miami each got a three-rung promotion and No. 9 SMU jumped four places for its first top-10 ranking since 1985. SMU has clinched a spot in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game and would play Miami, if the Hurricanes win at Syracuse this week, or No. 12 Clemson . Indiana dropped from No. 5 to No. 10 following its first loss, a 38-15 defeat at Ohio State. The Buckeyes would play Oregon in the Big Ten championship game if they beat Michigan this Saturday for the first time in four years. The Southeastern Conference’s hopes for landing four spots in the College Football Playoff took a hit with two of their teams losing as double-digit favorites. Texas, Georgia and Tennessee are the only SEC teams with fewer than three losses after Alabama lost 24-3 at Oklahoma and Mississippi lost 24-17 at Florida. Alabama and Mississippi each dropped six spots in the AP poll, the Crimson Tide to No. 13 and the Rebels to No. 15. Texas A&M was the third SEC team to lose, 43-41 at Auburn in four overtimes. The Aggies tumbled five places to No. 20 but would play Georgia in the SEC championship game if they knock off Texas this week. Losses by BYU and Colorado created a four-way tie for first in the Big 12. No. 14 Arizona State, picked to finish last in the conference, handed BYU its second straight loss and is the highest-ranked Big 12 team. No. 17 Iowa State earned a five-rung promotion with its win at Utah. BYU is No. 19 and Colorado, which lost to Kansas , is No. 23. If the four teams each finish 7-2 in conference play, it’s Iowa State vs. Arizona State in the Big 12 championship game. No. 11 Boise State is first among the four ranked Group of Five teams. The Broncos got a one-spot bump despite struggling to beat a two-win Wyoming team. Tulane is No. 18, UNLV is No. 21 and Army is No. 25. Poll points Oregon, which was idle, was the consensus No. 1 team for the fourth straight week. The Ducks will be unbeaten in the regular season for the first time since 2010 if they beat Washington at home Saturday. Boise State’s ranking is its highest since it was No. 8 in the final poll of the 2011 season. Arizona State’s ranking is its highest since it was No. 12 in the final poll of the 2014 season. Indiana-Ohio State was the final top-five matchup of the regular season. The five were the most in a regular season since 1996. There also were five in 1936 and 1943. No. 24 Missouri, a 39-20 winner at Mississippi State , returned to the Top 25 after a one-week absence. Washington State’s four-week run in the rankings ended with its second straight loss, 41-38 loss at Oregon State. SEC — 8 (Nos. 3, 6, 7, 13, 15, 16, 20, 24). Big Ten — 5 (Nos. 1, 2, 4, 10, 22). Big 12 — 4 (Nos. 14, 17, 19, 23). ACC — 3 (Nos. 8, 9, 12). AAC — 2 (Nos. 18, 25). Mountain West — 2 (Nos. 11, 21). Independent — 1 (No. 5). —No. 16 South Carolina at No. 12 Clemson: It’s a Top 25 matchup for the first time since 2013. Clemson’s 16-7 victory in Columbia last year was the fourth of five straight wins to end the Tigers’ season. —No. 3 Texas at No. 20 Texas A&M: Stakes are high for the first meeting of longtime rivals since both were in the Big 12 in 2011. Winner goes to the SEC title game. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballI test components for a living, and one of the best SSDs is now at one of the lowest prices I've ever seen for Christmas

Middlebury wins seventh national title in a rowBy Conor Ryan Tom Brady appeared in 285 career games with the Patriots, winning six Super Bowls and throwing for 614 total touchdowns (postseason included) over those 20 seasons in Foxborough. Bill Belichick had a front-row seat to every single one of those plays as Brady’s lone head coach in New England. But for the ex-Patriots head coach (and now current UNC football coach), one play stands above the rest as Brady’s finest play in his legendary career. Speaking on SiriusXM’s “Let’s Go!” Podcast with Jim Gray and Brady, Belichick tabbed Brady’s first touchdown of Super Bowl XXXIX to David Givens as his most impressive feat. The four-yard pass tied up New England’s matchup against the Eagles at 7-7 with 1:13 left in the first half. “Tom, one of your greatest plays ever was in the Super Bowl against the Eagles,” Belichick said. “This comes down to fundamental execution that’s just so critical. ... We gotta go to the third guy and make it a back-shoulder throw. That’s what great execution is under pressure in the most critical moments of the game. That’s how you win.” Coach Belichick breaks down his favorite @TomBrady play (from 19 years ago) like it was yesterday 🤯🤯 With @JimGrayOfficial on this week's Let's Go! DOWNLOAD 🔗 https://t.co/tyHs0oQxCc pic.twitter.com/OqAIUDWAOZ Some might point to one of Brady’s clutch throws during New England’s Super Bowl triumphs over Seattle’s “Legion of Boom” in Super Bowl XLIX, his final drive against the Rams in Super Bowl XXXVI, or the 28-3 comeback over the Falcons in Super Bowl LI as some of his top plays. But for Belichick, Brady’s throw to Givens was his best because of his ability to improvise after the initial play broke down. Belichick said that tight end Christian Fauria fell on his route while Deion Branch was well covered, prompting Brady to hit Givens off a fade route. “Tom, you had a lot of great plays, but I’ll put that one up there, maybe after your scramble against (Brian) Urlacher, ” Belichick said. Conor Ryan Conor Ryan is a staff writer covering the Bruins, Celtics, Patriots, and Red Sox for Boston.com, a role he has held since 2023. Sign up for Patriots updates🏈 Get breaking news and analysis delivered to your inbox during football season. Be civil. Be kind.

The Member of Parliament-elect for Asante Akyem North, Ohene Kwaku Frimpong, has voiced his frustrations regarding the lack of progress and development in his constituency under his predecessor’s leadership. In an interview on Hard Talk with Serwaa Amihere, Frimpong lamented the poor state of development, attributing it to what he sees as a failure of leadership. He described the situation in the constituency, particularly in Asante Akyem Agogo, as dire, noting that despite being the capital of the constituency, the area lacked visible growth and improvement. “The MP was not forthcoming. There was basically a lack of development in the constituency,” Frimpong said, emphasizing that even though MPs may not be directly responsible for road construction, an active and engaged MP should be able to advocate and lobby for the necessary resources to drive development. Frimpong also shared his disappointment after personally visiting a local project site, where he discovered infrastructure in a state of neglect. “I visited the site, and the floor of where the machines were sitting wasn’t even cemented. It was an eyesore,” he said, adding that such conditions reflected poorly on the constituency’s progress. With a clear focus on improving the region’s development, Frimpong expressed his commitment to using his platform and influence to foster meaningful change in Asante Akyem North.E.l.f. CEO addresses short seller's fraud accusations

A WHISKY maker has set a new Guinness World Record for the greatest variety of flavours in a single bottle of Scotch. Johnson Reserve was awarded the accolade for its limited edition release called Ascension - a single malt which spent time in a total of 33 casks to enhance its flavour. 2 Johnson Reserve was handed a gong for his limited edition whisky Ascension Experts at the firm spent more than a decade experimenting with the multi-cask maturation process in order to set the record . The flavour profile of Ascension emerged solely from the interaction between the whisky and its sequence of casks, with no blending taking place. A Guinness World Records adjudicator confirmed the achievement, recognising the unique maturation technique as the key to Ascension’s remarkable and balanced range of flavours. Among the 33 casks used were mezcal, Port, Madeira, Marsala, Armagnac and Pedro Ximénez barrels, each of which contributed to the diverse flavour profile. READ MORE WHISKY ISLE GO! Get free house & £70k to live on secluded Whisky Island... but you can't go alone 'BURNS LIKE HELL' Whisky brand poke fun at Ruben Amorim with billboard outside Old Trafford Johnson Reserve, based in Glenfarg, Perthshire , has produced only 40 bottles of Ascension and is holding a ballot for the chance to purchase one of them. Cameron Jessiman, Operations Manager at Johnson Reserve, said: "The Johnson family has spent the past 12 years dedicated to this specific strategy, carefully sourcing the right stock, exploring optimal processes, and investing in extensive research and learning. "This commitment has led to the development of advanced maturation and finishing techniques, refining a meticulous sequence of casks to unlock new and unexplored depths of flavour. "We sample hundreds of barrels to ensure we select only those with the exact profile needed. Most read in Money FESTIVE CHEER Scots Xmas market tops London's Winter Wonderland as 'most stunning' in UK THAT'S THE SPIRIT New distillery with stunning roof terrace to open in major Scots city DOORS CLOSED Major outdoor retailer with 13 Scots branches to shut 2 sites before Christmas FESTIVE FEAST Cheapest supermarket to save money on Xmas dinner - with essential £2 item "This process required years of trial and refinement to understand the nuances of cask sequencing. Some casks have to precede others to create balance, allowing each layer of flavour to emerge distinctly without dominating the profile. "We believe that blending tradition with innovation allows us to better understand and honour the whisky-making process. "While we have incorporated scientific insight to refine our understanding of how cask influence works, the heart of our approach remains rooted in the artistry and time-honoured craft that defines the spirit of Scotch whisky ." In developing Ascension, Johnson Reserve worked with flavour laboratories to enhance understanding of cask influence on taste. The whisky is described as ‘incredibly smooth’, with flavours of caramelised pear and butterscotch, giving way to dry oak, dark cocoa, and the earthy touch of agave. Hints of black cherry and fig are said to blend with delicate spices and a touch of sea salt. Johnson Reserve say they are committed to sharing their findings and knowledge in the coming years. 2 A whisky has set a new Guinness World Record for the greatest variety of flavours Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk Managing Director Alexander Johnson said: "Our vision extends beyond Johnson Reserve. Our goal is to share what we’ve learned, so that advanced cask maturation can benefit the industry as a whole. "While age statements often guide whisky purchases, many can be disappointed by older whiskies that lack 'active management.' "We want to highlight that quality maturation is a matter of care and expertise, not just time. "The process is meticulous, and while costly, it ensures a depth of character that’s genuinely rare. We are opening up the doors to the entire industry of the greater potential of advanced cask influence. Read more on the Scottish Sun LOOKING UP I'm a four-time world champ but my eyesight is going so I've made crucial change ISLE SAY Stunning home with panoramic views for sale for just £135k - but there's a catch "While Ascension’s journey may sound complex, the result is a whisky that unfolds gracefully, offering layers of flavour that are discovered slowly and thoughtfully. "This is a whisky that respects the artistry of subtlety, designed to evolve with each sip, revealing its character with time, much like a fine wine or great work of art ."Nordstrom has Adidas Samba OG, Gazelle, more sneakers on sale starting at $60 — but these Cyber Monday deals won’t last long

Trump selects longtime adviser Keith Kellogg as special envoy for Ukraine and Russia

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he has chosen Keith Kellogg, a highly decorated retired three-star general, to serve as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia. Kellogg, who is one of the architects of a staunchly conservative policy book that lays out an “America First” national security agenda for the incoming administration, will come into the role as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine enters its third year in February. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social account, and said “He was with me right from the beginning! Together, we will secure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH, and Make America, and the World, SAFE AGAIN!” Kellogg, an 80 year-old retired Army lieutenant general who has long been Trump’s top adviser on defense issues, served as national security adviser to Vice President Mike Pence , was chief of staff of the National Security Council and then stepped in as an acting security adviser for Trump after Michael Flynn resigned. As special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Kellogg will have to navigate an increasingly untenable war between the two nations. The Biden administration has begun urging Ukraine to quickly increase the size of its military by drafting more troops and revamping its mobilization laws to allow for the conscription of troops as young as 18. The White House has pushed more than $56 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the start of Russia’s February 2022 invasion and expects to send billions more to Kyiv before Biden leaves office in less than months. Trump has criticized the billions that the Biden administration has poured into Ukraine. Washington has recently stepped up weapons shipments and has forgiven billions in loans provided to Kyiv. The incoming Republican president has said he could end the war in 24 hours, comments that appear to suggest he would press Ukraine to surrender territory that Russia now occupies. As a co-chairman of the American First Policy Institute’s Center for American Security, Kellogg wrote several of the chapters in the group’s policy book. The book, like the Heritage Foundation’s “Project 2025,” is a move to lay out a Trump national security agenda and avoid the mistakes of 2016 when he entered the White House largely unprepared. Kellogg in April wrote that “bringing the Russia-Ukraine war to a close will require strong, America First leadership to deliver a peace deal and immediately end the hostilities between the two warring parties.” Trump's proposed national security advisor U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz (R-Fla.) tweeted Wednesday that “Keith has dedicated his life to defending our great country and is committed to bringing the war in Ukraine to a peaceful resolution.” Kellogg was a character in multiple Trump investigations dating to his first term. He was among the administration officials who listened in on the July 2019 call between Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in which Trump prodded his Ukrainian counterpart to pursue investigations into the Bidens. The call, which Kellogg would later say did not raise any concerns on his end, was at the center of the first of two House impeachment cases against Trump, who was acquitted by the Senate both times. On Jan. 6, 2021, hours before pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol, Kellogg, who was then Pence’s national security adviser, listened in on a heated call in which Trump told his vice president to object or delay the certification in Congress of President Joe Biden ’s victory. He later told House investigators that he recalled Trump saying to Pence words to the effect of: “You’re not tough enough to make the call.” Baldor reported from Washington. AP writer Eric Tucker in Washington contributed to this report.Georgetown ventures out of D.C. for first time to face West Virginia

OTTAWA - Cowessess First Nation Chief Erica Beaudin accused Conservative House leader Andrew Scheer of using First Nations drinking water legislation as a political "tactic," saying she's disappointed in what transpired in the House of Commons on Thursday. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * OTTAWA - Cowessess First Nation Chief Erica Beaudin accused Conservative House leader Andrew Scheer of using First Nations drinking water legislation as a political "tactic," saying she's disappointed in what transpired in the House of Commons on Thursday. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? OTTAWA – Cowessess First Nation Chief Erica Beaudin accused Conservative House leader Andrew Scheer of using First Nations drinking water legislation as a political “tactic,” saying she’s disappointed in what transpired in the House of Commons on Thursday. Government legislation known as Bill C-61 recognizes that First Nations have an inherent right to clean drinking water, after amendments by the Indigenous and Northern affairs committee, and commits the government to providing “adequate and sustainable” funding for water services in First Nations. Liberal MP Jaime Battiste asked on Thursday for unanimous consent from members of Parliament to send the First Nations Clean Drinking Water Act to the Senate — but several MPs said no. Scheer, whose riding includes Cowessess, rose immediately afterward with a similar motion that also condemned the Liberal government for inaction, and that was also defeated. While Cowessess is not under a boil water advisory, Beaudin says people in her community rely on bottled water because they don’t trust what comes from their taps. “I’m very disappointed that he used clean drinking water as a tactic in this House in order to say, ‘If you do this, then we will do this,’ where there’s real lives that are being affected,” Beaudin told reporters at a news conference. “We’re not talking about toys, we’re not talking about items that are not essential, but water is essential and you either believe in clean drinking water for everybody or you don’t. And if you do, you do everything you possibly can to work towards that happening.” Beaudin added that she knows Scheer to be “very genuine” in representing the people of his riding and urged him to get the Conservative party to co-operate to get the legislation passed. According to government data, there are 31 long-term boil water advisories on First Nations across the country, and 36 short-term advisories. The situation in the House became heated when Battiste entered the aisle holding a glass of water. Battiste later said he considered throwing it at the Conservative benches after his motion was defeated. “This is about protecting water. In Nova Scotia, they poisoned our water in the Pictou Landing community for generations, if not decades. I had the chief in the audience with some of her councillors, and I feel like I let them down,” said a visibly upset Battiste. Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu blasted the Conservative party’s record on ensuring there is clean water on First Nations, and accused them of ignoring First Nations leadership. “So it’s a bit rich for them to use that moment to exploit First Nations people and their need for water to play politics in the House. It’s appalling,” Hajdu said. Hajdu and Battiste were flanked by several chiefs, including Beaudin, and other First Nations representatives in a press conference following the vote. Originally, they planned to speak about the bill moving on to the Senate. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. The Assembly of First Nations held a special chiefs assembly in Ottawa this week, and on Tuesday the AFN executive endorsed a resolution to continue advocating for the approval of water legislation. The bill is stalled at third reading in the House of Commons because of an ongoing privilege debate that has taken precedence over nearly all other business since late September. The Conservative party did not immediately respond to a request for comment. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 5, 2024. — With files from Alessia Passafiume Advertisement AdvertisementAP Trending SummaryBrief at 1:56 p.m. EST