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Losing to older brother John Harbaugh and seeing the Los Angeles Chargers' four-game winning streak snapped Monday night might be the least of Jim Harbaugh's problems this week. The Chargers are holding their breath that running back J.K. Dobbins isn't seriously hurt after he left with a knee injury late in the first half of the Chargers’ 30-23 loss to the Baltimore Ravens . Harbaugh, who dislikes discussing injuries and eschews questions about any player's status with the tried and true “I'm not a doctor” answer, will get plenty of inquiries about Dobbins' health this week. There were no updates on Dobbins' status Tuesday. The Chargers return to practice on a short week before having to travel cross-country to Atlanta. After injuries derailed Dobbins' four years with the Ravens, the 2020 second-round pick decided to bet on himself by signing only a one-year deal with the Chargers. Though the first 10 1/2 games, the bet appeared to be paying off. Dobbins had 40 yards on six carries when he was wrenched backward by linebacker Malik Harrison and then gang-tackled on a play for no gain on third-and-1 at the 50-yard line. Dobbins is fourth in the AFC in rushing with 766 yards and averages 4.8 yards per carry, third highest among AFC backs with at least 100 carries. He has been considered among the candidates for AP Comeback Player of the Year after suffering a torn Achilles tendon in last season’s opener. Dobbins' production throughout the season has made the offense more balanced. Los Angeles had 14 rushes for 68 yards before he was injured. They had seven carries for 15 yards the rest of the game. Without Dobbins and a 14-13 deficit at halftime, the Chargers tried to count on Justin Herbert and the passing game to rally back. Herbert was 11 for 22 for 125 yards and sacked three times in the five drives after Dobbins' departure and didn't get back into the end zone until Gus Edwards' 1-yard run with 46 seconds remaining. Edwards will be counted on to be the lead back if Dobbins has to miss games. Edwards missed four games during the middle of the season because of an ankle injury and has 25 carries for 93 yards in three games since returning to the lineup. Hassan Haskins and rookie Kimani Vidal will be counted on to provide depth. “Obviously, I’m hoping J.K. is OK. Gus has been an awesome addition, being able to run and go and get some yards,” Herbert said. "We just got to stay with it. I think that offensive line has done a great job all year. It didn’t go our way today, but we’re going to keep pounding the ball and keep getting after it.” Dobbins' injury also could not come at a worse time for the Chargers. They are 7-4 and hold the sixth seed in the AFC, but have tough upcoming tests against playoff contenders Atlanta (6-5), Kansas City (10-1), Tampa Bay (5-6) and Denver (7-5) the next four weeks. Herbert on the run. Herbert has at four scrambles of at least 12 yards in the past five games and got his second rushing touchdown of the season on the opening drive with a 5-yard carry up the middle. Not giving up big-play touchdowns. Rashod Bateman's 40-yard touchdown late in the second quarter (which would have been pass interference on Kristian Fulton if it wasn't completed) marked the third straight game the Chargers allowed a passing TD of at least 40 yards. They had allowed only two in the first nine games. LB Joey Bosa had four tackles, his most since he had seven in Week 1 against the Raiders. Bosa missed three games earlier in the season because of a hip injury, but had only two tackles in the four games since his return until Monday night. WR Quentin Johnston is the second Chargers receiver since 2009 to be targeted at least five times and not have a catch according to Sportradar. Travis Benjamin also had five targets and no receptions against the Jets in 2017. Besides being held without a catch, Johnston had two critical drops during the second half. In addition to Dobbins, CB Eli Apple suffered a hamstring injury in the first half and did not return. CB Cam Hart was inactive because of an ankle injury and was in a walking boot. LB Denzel Perryman (groin) and TE Hayden Hurst (hip) were also inactive because of injuries. 57 — Points allowed by the Chargers in the past two games. They had given up 68 in their first five games after their bye week. 73 — Games it took for Herbert to reach 1,800 completions, tying him with Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes as the fastest players in NFL history to reach that mark. 6 — Games where Daiyan Henley has had double-digit tackles. The second-year linebacker had 10 tackles (four solo) on Monday night. The Chargers will make their second trip in three years to Atlanta on Sunday. They won the 2022 meeting in Week 9 when Cameron Dicker hit a 37-yard field goal on the last play of the game. Los Angeles is 2-0 against the NFC South this season and has a four-game winning streak against teams in the division. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLClosing the year with Ayaz Melo: Part - I There were dozens of sessions that attracted thousands of participants who remained engaged with discussions Participants enjoying music at Ayaz Melo Hyderabad. — Facebook@AyazMelo/File November and December appear to be favourite months for cultural and literary festivals in the various cities of Pakistan: Islamabad Literary Festival (ILF), Multan Literary Festival (MLF) that the organisers had to postpone at the last moment due to smog, Faisalabad Literary Festival (FLF), International Cultural Festival and Aalami Urdu Conference in Karachi, and finally Ayaz Melo in Hyderabad from December 20 to 22. It was the 10th Ayaz Melo that has become a hallmark of Hyderabad , the second largest city of Sindh. The moving forces behind this Melo are four women: Amar Sindhu, Arfana Mallah, Haseen Musarrat, and Zakia Aijaz. Men such as Imdad Chandio, Majeed Chandio, and Taj Joyo provide ample support to the team helping them navigate through the arrangements. Speakers come from across Pakistan, making this festival truly cosmopolitan. This year too, there were dozens of sessions and book launches that attracted thousands of participants who remained engaged with the discussions. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1700472799616-0'); }); For the 10th Ayaz Melo, the organisers extended the invitation to this columnist to be the keynote speaker at the inaugural session. I gladly accepted the invitation and delivered the keynote address discussing the increasing extremism in Sindh and in the rest of the country. I also outlined some avenues to build a pathway towards a more tolerant society. I began by giving some background to extremist tendencies in Sindh citing examples from history and then moved on to define and delineate the concepts of extremism and toleration. Here I present a summary of what I said in my keynote address at the Ayaz Melo. Traditionally, Sindh and other provinces of Pakistan – and the rest of the Indian subcontinent – have remained overall tolerant societies for ages. Nearly all areas of Pakistan have experienced influxes of people coming from other countries located on eastern and western borders. The intermingling of cultures and genes inculcated a sense of diversity among the local people who mostly welcomed people from outside, especially when they came to seek refuge from atrocities in their own lands. Sindh, perhaps, was the most tolerant of the areas that now constitute Pakistan. So if the local people have been tolerant and welcoming, how come this region is witnessing the worst kind of extremism and intolerance now? It appears that some myopic rulers and sectarian leaders at various times in history have tried to impose some strict codes of conduct that led to extremism. For example, the reign of Jam Nizamuddin II – commonly known as Jam Nindo – in Sindh was a fairly tolerant period in the 15th and 16th centuries. But after the end of the Samma dynasty in the early 1500s, Sindh came under the rule of the Arghuns and the Tarkhans in quick succession. That was followed by nearly a century of Mughal rule starting in the 1590s when Sindh became a province of the Mughal empire known as Thatta Suba. The Mughals appointed subedars (provincial administrators) who were not always tolerant rulers. Ultimately when Kalhoro subedars declared independence and formed their own dynasty of rulers in the 18th century, an intolerant course became the official policy in Sindh. GM Syed in his book ‘Peghaam-e-Lateef’ has reproduced orders by Kalhoro rulers announcing strict imposition of religious codes of conduct across his domain. That was the time when Makhdoom Bilawal, Inaayat Shah Sufi, and Shah Lateef emerged as sane voices of tolerance promoting harmony in society. Shah Lateef delivered messages of diversity and did not confine himself to any one religion or sect. He followed the path of Shah Inaayat and Makhdoom Bilawal who believed in the supremacy of common people over some exalted castes and creeds. The universality of Shah Lateef’s message resonates throughout his Risalo (poetry collection) which contains over 30 surs. Reading and comprehending the poetry of Shah Lateef can play an essential role in trying to counter extremism and promoting tolerance in Sindh. With this background, we may try to identify and understand several types of extremism prevalent in our society such as cultural, ethnic, gender-based, political, religious and social extremisms. Cultural extremism can be defined as a form of extremism that promotes one particular culture but does not tolerate any other culture. Cultural extremism promotes hatred against cultural diversity and the expression of different ideas. The organisers of Ayaz Melo have faced such extremism from the beginning but this year there was outright onslaught criticising the Melo for its content, funding, and presentations. The main thrust of this criticism was against the partial funding that the Melo receives from the culture department of Sindh. Some claimed that the Melo had become a mouthpiece of the PPP government – I for one can vouch that there has been no soft corner for the PPP government in the discussions and speeches at the Melo. Most speakers pointed out the shortcomings of the provincial government, but this was not enough for the critics of the Melo. Cultural extremism was also evident when the songs and dances at the Melo also came under close scrutiny and some people objected to the festive mood of a literary festival that according to them should have been more serious. This cultural extremism also reflected itself in gender-based extremism as the main organisers of the Ayaz Melo are overwhelmingly women. Amar Sindhu, Arfana Mallah, Haseen Musarrat, Zakia Aijaz and others were all at the receiving end of this gender-based extremism. There were social media campaigns against them, but these courageous women continued their marvellous work and once again proved that no cultural or gender-based extremism could halt their progress or dampen their spirits. This was tantamount to gender-based violence that may not be physical but was verbal. Ethnic extremism often takes the form of narrow nationalism in which one ethnic group claims superiority or exclusive rights to a city, province, or territory. This ethnic extremism tries to exclude other ethnic or linguistic groups from their sphere of influence to impose a uniform ethnic code with a single identity. Such extremism is not new in countries such as Pakistan where ethnicity has played a crucial role in recent history. The organised profiling and targeting of various groups such as students studying in a province other than their own is an example of ethnic extremism. Political extremism in Pakistan manifests itself when one or more political groups do not allow other political entities to function freely and consistently target them as enemies. Altaf Hussain and his politics in Sindh is an example of political extremism as he promoted the use of arms against his opponents and organised gangs that tortured and maimed activists belonging to other ethnic groups and political parties. Imran Khan and his fascist tendencies are another example of this political extremism, which has been an integral part of PTI politics since its inception. Religious extremism is perhaps the most devastating type of intolerance as it encourages common people to follow a certain interpretation of a particular religion or sect. From younger to older people in Pakistan, all segments of society appear to have taken a lead from various extremist groups that use slogans promoting violence. Lynching and targeted killings have been on the rise in the country. From Dr Shahnawaz Kunbhar in Sindh to Priyantha Kumara in Punjab to Mishal Khan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, there are thousands of victims of this religious extremism that has even affected security personnel who at times violate the law to target the accused. Social extremism promotes an ideology that is based on intolerance, hatred or violence aiming to deny or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others. This type of extremism is interconnected with other types as we notice increasing incidents in which all types of extremism come together to make this society a hellish place for those who dare to differ in any cultural, political, religious or social ways. To be continued The writer holds a PhD from the University of Birmingham, UK. He tweets/posts @NaazirMahmood and can be reached at: mnazir1964@yahoo.co.uk
A local activist was allegedly blindfolded and tortured after his arrest in connection with some videos claiming that Zimbabweans voted in Mozambique’s disputed October elections. Thousands of Zimbabweans allegedly voted for the ruling party Frelimo in the October election. The activist, Talent Rusere (32), who was arrested at Plumtree Border Post after his deportation from Botswana appeared at the Harare magistrates court on Christmas Eve. Rusere was remanded in custody by Harare Magistrate Rufaro Panavanhu to December 30 for bail application. The activist filed complaints before the magistrate claiming he was blindfolded and tortured upon his arrest, before being driven to Harare at night to appear in court. He is being charged with two counts of violating immigration laws and the Data Protection Act. Prosecutors alleged that Rusere was residing in Botswana without a valid passport and is currently of no fixed abode. They alleged that on December 23, 2024, Rusere was deported through the Plumtree border post after he was caught without a valid passport in that country. Rusere is said to have left Zimbabwe on an unknown date without possessing a valid passport and through an unidentified port of entry or exit. It was alleged that on an unknown date Rusere originated and distributed video messages which were meant to incite unrest in Zimbabwe and other parts of the Sadc region. The videos alleged that Zimbabweans were caught on camera casting their votes in Mozambique’s elections held on October 9. lt is alleged that as a result, some Zimbabweans responded on various social media platforms by threatening to engage in violent activities in solidarity with the opposition in Mozambique. The prosecutors claimed that Rusere was likely to commit more offences because he is the current chairperson of the Southern Africa Lawyers for Human Rights Commission. They said if granted bail, he may make public comments about the situation in Mozambique and Zimbabwe to incite hatred and violence against member states. The opposition in Mozambique has rejected the outcome of the October elections that extended the ruling Frelimo’s stay in power. Last week the neighbouring country’s Constitutional Court upheld the results, sparking deadly riots. Over 151 rioters have been killed since the unrest started in October, according to Plataforma Decide, an election monitoring group. Source: Zimbabwe TimesJet crash disaster in South Korea marks another setback for Boeing
Key Leadership Appointments Bring New Skills and Capabilities to Organization EMERYVILLE, Calif. , Dec. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. (Kyverna), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing cell therapies for patients with autoimmune diseases, announced the recent appointments of Dan Maziasz as Chief Business Officer, Cara Bauer as Chief Human Resources Officer, and Tracy Rossin as Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Communications and Investor Relations. "I'm pleased to welcome three industry leaders to our Kyverna team," said Warner Biddle , Chief Executive Officer of Kyverna. "Dan, Cara and Tracy bring important new skills and capabilities to Kyverna as we continue to support the company's next phase of growth and work to bring a transformative change to patients living with severe autoimmune diseases." Mr. Maziasz brings over 25 years of leadership and business experience across several leading biotechnology and large pharmaceutical companies. Mr. Maziasz most recently served as Chief Business Officer at Atara Biotherapeutics, the first company in the world to receive regulatory approval of an allogeneic T-cell immunotherapy. At Atara, Mr. Maziasz led various corporate initiatives including strategic planning, licensing transactions with industry partners, and research collaborations with academic groups. Before his time at Atara, Mr. Maziasz was Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Business Development at Kite Pharma, a global cell therapy leader, prior to its acquisition by Gilead Sciences. Mr. Maziasz also spent more than a decade at Amgen, where he held roles of increasing responsibility in the US, Europe , and Asia across business development, corporate strategy, finance, and commercial functions. Ms. Bauer brings more than 25 years of experience in global human resources leadership to Kyverna, having served most recently as Global Head of Human Resources at Kite, a Gilead Company, where she oversaw all HR strategy and operations during a period of hypergrowth and global expansion which strengthened the company's leadership position in cell therapy. Prior to this role, she served as the Global Head of HR for the Entertainment Division at Riot Games where she worked directly with the founders to build an Entertainment Studio separate from the core gaming business. Ms. Bauer has also held various HR leadership roles at companies such as Netflix, Amgen, Gartner and Novo Nordisk. Ms. Rossin brings more than 20 years of strategic communications experience to Kyverna, having most recently served as the Head of Public Affairs at Kite, where she was responsible for leading corporate, product and employee communications in addition to patient advocacy. Prior to this role, she served as Vice President, Global Head of Communications at Innate Pharma, an oncology-focused biotech company, where she led both corporate and financial communications. Ms. Rossin also spent more than 12 years at AstraZeneca/MedImmune, where she held multiple U.S. and global communications roles for key therapeutic areas across AstraZeneca's portfolio before serving as the Head of Corporate Affairs at MedImmune, the global biologics research and development arm of AstraZeneca. Before joining AstraZeneca, she held various positions at global public relations agencies working with corporate and healthcare related clients. Inducement Grant In connection with the appointment of Mr. Maziasz as Kyverna's Chief Business Officer, on December 9, 2024 , Kyverna granted Mr. Maziasz an option to purchase 350,000 shares of its common stock (Option). The Option was granted pursuant to the Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. 2024 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan, as approved by the Compensation Committee of Kyverna's Board of Directors on September 14, 2024 , and was granted as an inducement material to Mr. Maziasz's employment with Kyverna in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The exercise price of the Option was $4.86 , the closing price of Kyverna's common stock on December 9, 2024 , the date of grant. The Option will vest over four years, with 25% of the total number of shares subject to the Option vesting on the one-year anniversary of Mr. Maziasz's appointment and 1/48th of the total number of shares subject to the Option vesting monthly thereafter, subject in each case to Mr. Maziasz's continued service to Kyverna on each vesting date. Kyverna is providing this information in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). About Kyverna Therapeutics Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: KYTX) is a patient-centered, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing cell therapies for patients suffering from autoimmune diseases. Our lead CAR T-cell therapy candidate, KYV-101 is advancing through clinical development with sponsored clinical trials across two broad areas of autoimmune disease: rheumatology and neurology, including Phase 2 trials for stiff-person syndrome, multiple sclerosis and myasthenia gravis, a Phase 1/2 trial for systemic sclerosis, and two ongoing multi-center Phase 1/2 trials in the United States and Germany for patients with lupus nephritis. Kyverna's pipeline includes next-generation CAR T-cell therapies in both autologous and allogeneic formats with properties intended to be well suited for use in B cell-driven autoimmune diseases. For more information, please visit https://kyvernatx.com . Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute "forward-looking statements." The words, without limitation, "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "target," "will," "would" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these or similar identifying words. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, without limitation, those related to: the potential impact of the clinical outcomes from the ongoing clinical programs; the potential impact of the new data on the treatment efficacy and safety profile of KYV-101; the potential that the results of the ongoing trials could drastically change the treatment landscape for the targeted autoimmune diseases; Kyverna's goals to develop certain paradigm-shifting treatment options; the potential for KYV-101 to provide durable, immunosuppressant-free remission for autoimmune disease patients; Kyverna's beliefs about the differentiated properties of KYV-101; and Kyverna's clinical trials, investigator-initiated trials and named-patient activities. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including: uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of Kyverna's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q that Kyverna has filed or may subsequently file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on the current expectations of Kyverna's management team and speak only as of the date hereof, and Kyverna specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. 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Mohanlal: I never stop feeding the excited kid in meA year in review: How the cascade of Australia’s woes in 2024 beganBRAWLEY — The Christian Women’s Club of Imperial Valley hosted a Christmas bazaar and luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 11:30 a.m. at Gateway Church Fellowship Hall. At the bazaar, women bought and sold treats like cinnamon swirl crumb cake, banana nut muffins and Meyer lemon pound cake. Other items for sale included pot holders, snowmen stockings, a quilt and a selection of books. Prayer Rocks, each with a poem encouraging people to talk to God, were also available for $1 each. Barbara Pricola, who is on the board of the Christian Women's Club, explained that each year around Christmas, the club holds a bazaar to sell a variety of items that members donate. This year, Pricola said all proceeds will go to Gateway Church, who hosted the event for free. Funds will go toward the church's kitchen supplies. "They set up the tables, they clean up, they do all of that for us and don't charge us a dime," Pricola said. Pricola shared the club members' goals for the event, which included evangelism and fellowship. "We hope that any that haven't accepted Christ find a reason to do so," Pricola said. "Otherwise, all of the ones that are already Christians, that they enjoy the lunch and enjoy the companionship and enjoy our speakers." The Message At the luncheon, guests ate chicken, pesto noodles and broccoli and listened to a message from speaker Julie Whaley titled “Everything has a price! What are you worth?” Whaley detailed difficulties she experienced in her childhood, including her parents’ separation and subsequent abuse at the hands of her mother’s new boyfriend, as well as her brother’s death of a heart attack when she was 15. That year, Whaley moved with her mother and sister to San Diego. “At 15 years old, I no longer had roots,” Whaley said. “I was transported out of my life. I was searching; I was lonely; I needed to belong. I needed to feel loved and safe.” Whaley said that after moving to San Diego, she attended a citywide youth event where she learned about Jesus and heard for the first time that she could have a relationship with him. Whaley said she realized that Jesus paid the price for her sins at the Cross and offered her the gift of eternal life. Sign up to get our free daily email of the biggest stories! “I walked into the plan and the future and the hope that he had for me,” Whaley said. “Jesus paid the price for me, and he wanted me to belong and feel healed from the brokenness of my past.” Whaley cautioned that her relationship with Jesus did not “make everything perfect” in her life. Whaley explained that she had a difficult first marriage with an alcoholic man who was not a Christian and said she divorced him after 15 years together. Whaley said that although her ex-husband subjected her to vandalism and stalking, God protected her and provided her with food, a place to stay and money to pay bills. Whaley said that recovering from this broken, abusive marriage was painful for her and her children. Her son and daughter, who were teenagers at the time, struggled with feelings of abandonment but, Whaley said, “I knew that God never left.” “I’m here to tell you that this wandering soul isn’t wandering anymore,” Whaley said, explaining that God opened her eyes to her worth and value in his sight. She said she looked for love in the wrong places, but God taught her that “He was who I needed to look to for unconditional love.” Whaley met and married a Christian man, and together, she says they seek to do things God’s way. Whaley said she is no longer insecure, but confident that God knows and loves her fully. Prayer and Gifts At the end of her message, Whaley explained that the “life of Jesus was what God was willing to pay to be close to us, and this love shows us how valuable we are.” She encouraged the group to join her in saying, “I’m worth it to God,” in regards to Jesus’ sacrifice. Whaley led the group in a prayer of salvation and offered New Beginnings booklets to women who prayed that prayer for the first time. Diane Griffith, one of the event organizers, gave three bags of hostess gifts to select attendees. Seven first time guests also received gift bags with lip balm, a notepad and two Bible-based booklets from Stonecroft Ministries, a nondenominational nonprofit organization which offers training, mentorship and Bible studies for women. The club will hold its next luncheon on Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 12 p.m. at the church’s fellowship hall. Guest speaker Sharon Engram will give a message titled “My Life in a Suitcase” and Mary Seitz, the former owner of Boatwright’s Bakery in El Centro, will present a special feature called “Recipes for a Healthy Heart.” Those who would like to attend may contact Griffith by Thursday, Jan. 2 to secure a lunch reservation, which costs $13.Hampshire charity launches urgent appeal to raise £50,000
President-elect Donald Trump has labeled himself as a master negotiator. As the wildly popular social media platform, TikTok, is set to be banned in the U.S. one day before he is back in the White House, the incoming commander-in-chief says he wants to have a chance to save it. “President Trump alone possesses the consummate deal-making expertise, the electoral mandate and the political will to negotiate a resolution to save the platform while addressing the national security concerns expressed by the government — concerns which President Trump himself has acknowledged,” according to a brief filed by Trump on Friday evening ahead of an upcoming Supreme Court hearing next month. Trump, and his allies, have long touted the president as a “deal maker” and said that will continue in his second round in the Oval Office, including negotiating an end to Israel’s war in Gaza and vowing tariffs against allies Mexico and Canada in an effort to curb immigration to the United States – a key campaign goal for the president-elect. Trump called on the Supreme Court to pause a law that could ban TikTok, arguing the president-elect’s negotiating skills will be able to find a solution that addresses national security concerns of TikTok’s Beijing-based parent company , ByteDance, as well as concerns that banning the app would limit free speech in the United States. “President Trump’s first Term was highlighted by a series of policy triumphs achieved through historic deals, and he has a great prospect of success in this latest national security and foreign policy endeavor,” the brief said without expanding on which policies. Earlier this year, Congress passed bipartisan legislation that was signed by President Joe Biden that requires TikTok’s Beijing-based parent company , ByteDance, to sell the app. The app would be banned from stores and web hosting companies in the U.S. if ByteDance doesn’t sell it. TikTok previously asked the Supreme Court to pause enforcement of that requirement while the company continues to make their case for why the law is unconstitutional. Earlier this month, the Supreme Court said they won't decide whether to keep the Jan. 19 deadline until after the justices debate the merits of the law during oral arguments scheduled for Jan. 10. Although Trump attempted to ban the app in his first term as president, the president made it a campaign promise in the 2024 presidential election to “save TikTok,” as his presidential campaign often used the app to appeal to young voters. Trump’s lawyers in the brief said Trump’s creation of his own social media site, Truth Social, and his use of TikTok, where he has 14.7 million followers, allows “him to evaluate TikTok’s importance as a unique medium for freedom of expression, including core political speech.” “President Trump is one of the most powerful, prolific and influential users of social media in history,” the brief said. Trump’s failed spending bill Although Trump is touting his negotiating skills, the president-elect is already facing hiccups with parts of his agenda – failing to keep his party united during a government funding debate. Trump earlier this month blew up an initial short-term spending deal. He failed to get Republican support for legislation he supported that would keep the U.S. government open through March while lifting the cap on the amount of debt the federal government can incur. The House went on to pass a bipartisan bill that received mostly Democratic support to avoid a government shutdown. Contributing: Maureen Groppe, Karissa Waddick, and Zac Anderson, USA TODAYKhawaja Asif criticizes PTI founder’s change in stance
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Found in work trucks, pickups, and defense vehicles, Allison Transmission manufactures medium to heavy-duty automatic transmissions. What started as a small company based in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1915 has continued to expand to more vehicles over the years and even started looking into electric technology — but through the years, the ownership has changed as well. James A. Allison was the founder of Allison Transmission, formerly known as the Speedway Team Company. Initially focused on racing, the company canceled its Indianapolis 500 plans and pivoted to developing military vehicles in 1917 to support the US in World War I. By 1920, Allison Transmission was working on products like precision reduction-gear assemblies for aircraft and 12-cylinder marine engines. Allison passed away in 1928, and General Motors took over. After World War II, the company decided to turn to commercial transmissions, and the first was shipped to General Motors Trucks and Coach Division in 1947. In the '50s and '60s, Allison continued to come up with transmissions for trucks that broke boundaries. GM merged Allison with the Detroit Diesel Division in 1973, becoming the first fully automatic transmission in the US for large trucks, heavy-duty vehicles , and US Army trucks. A transmission for buses and motor homes was added in the '80s. Innovation continued into the '90s, including the launch of an electric hybrid bus program in New York City. In 2007, the Carlyle Group and Onex Corporation acquired Allison Transmission for $5.6 billion, and Lawrence E. Dewey became the chair and CEO. GM filed for bankruptcy in 2009, leading to the discontinuation of many popular car brands . Allison Transmission is probably best known for its 1000 transmissions, which are used in plenty of work trucks, pickups, and SUVs. The Allison 1000 was created in the 90s to keep up with diesel engines' torque growth, predicting it would reach 470 to 510 lb-ft of torque by the year 2000. 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Other heavy-duty vehicles with Allison transmissions include one of Ford's biggest trucks , the Ford F-650, as well as the Cheetah MMPV, B-7 bus, C-Series truck, Isuzu F-series, and International XT series.Combination brings emerging leader in Italian natural gas and renewable natural gas to public markets Shares of AleAnna, Inc. to begin trading on Nasdaq on December 16 under the ticker symbol “ANNA” AleAnna stands on the cusp of a major milestone, with the first phase of natural gas production from the Longanesi Field projected to commence in Q1 2025 DALLAS and VANCOUVER, British Columbia and ROME, Dec. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AleAnna, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries, “AleAnna” or the “Company”), an emerging leader in Italy’s energy landscape, announced the completion of the previously announced business combination (the “Business Combination”) between Swiftmerge Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: IVCP) (“Swiftmerge”), a special purpose acquisition company, and AleAnna Energy, LLC (“AleAnna Energy”). Concurrent with the completion of the Business Combination, Swiftmerge has changed its name to AleAnna, Inc. Commencing at the open of trading on December 16, 2024, the Class A shares of common stock and warrants of AleAnna are expected to begin trading on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the ticker symbols “ANNA” and “ANNAW”, respectively. The transaction was unanimously approved by the Board of Directors of Swiftmerge and was approved at an extraordinary general meeting (the “Shareholders Meeting”) of Swiftmerge’s shareholders on December 12, 2024. Former equity holders of AleAnna Energy rolled 100% of their equity interests into the combined company. Prior to the execution of the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated June 6, 2024, AleAnna Energy's equity holders contributed over $60 million in cash, bringing the company's total cumulative investment to nearly $175 million. This infusion of capital enabled the completion of the Longanesi Field tie-in and the acquisition of initial renewable natural gas (“RNG”) assets, both finalized in Q3 2024. Additionally, the investment covered expenses related to the business combination and provided funding for general corporate liquidity. As of the transaction close, AleAnna had approximately $28 million in cash and cash equivalents on its balance sheet and no debt. This disciplined approach to financial management has empowered AleAnna to allocate significant capital to innovative exploration and development projects while preserving financial flexibility. Long History In Developing Resources in Italy AleAnna has a distinguished history in Italy, having been a leader in energy exploration and development for over a decade. Since its founding in 2007, the company has been dedicated to unlocking the significant potential of Italy’s natural gas reserves through the application of cutting-edge seismic imaging and environmentally responsible practices. AleAnna holds one of the largest portfolios of exploration permits and production concessions in Italy, spanning over 2.3 million acres. By combining advanced technology with a deep respect for Italy’s cultural and environmental heritage, AleAnna is expected to play a pivotal role in bolstering the nation’s energy independence and economic growth, earning its reputation as a trusted partner in Italy’s energy future. Positioning itself as a leader in both onshore conventional natural gas and renewable natural gas (RNG) production, AleAnna is at the forefront of building a secure and reliable domestic energy supply for Italy and the broader European market. The company stands on the cusp of a major milestone, with the first phase of natural gas production from the Longanesi Field projected to commence in Q1 2025. Alongside this, additional gas discoveries at Gradizza and Trava, 13 development prospects in various permitting stages, and leases covering approximately 2.3 million net acres underscore AleAnna’s commitment to future exploration and development. AleAnna is also helping drive the European Union's clean energy transition through its innovative approach to RNG. Leveraging the strategic overlap between its conventional and renewable assets in the Po Valley, AleAnna is transforming agricultural waste into renewable energy. With three RNG facilities operational and over 100 additional opportunities identified, AleAnna is poised for significant expansion in this sector. Guided by a commitment to corporate responsibility and a vision for a sustainable future, AleAnna integrates conventional and renewable energy solutions to reduce Europe’s carbon footprint and advance its clean energy objectives. By delivering innovative energy solutions, AleAnna continues to shape Italy’s energy landscape and support the EU’s transition toward a greener future. Experienced Management And Board Of Directors The combined company will be led by William Dirks as Executive Director and Marco Brun as Chief Executive Officer, supported by a seasoned and highly skilled executive team. AleAnna’s leadership team brings extensive expertise gained from top-tier energy companies, including Shell, Eni, and Exxon. This seasoned group combines in-depth knowledge of energy technology, operations, and business development with well-established regulatory and industry networks in Italy. Their collective experience equips AleAnna to effectively navigate the dynamic and rapidly evolving energy landscape. The Board of Directors, which will include Graham van’t Hoff, William Dirks, Marco Brun, Duncan Palmer, and Curtis Hébert, collectively brings a wealth of experience spanning global energy markets, technical and operational expertise, European energy development, financial management, governance, and regulatory policy. This diverse set of skills and perspectives ensures comprehensive strategic oversight and positions AleAnna for sustained growth and success. With over 15 years of investment and operational experience in Italy, AleAnna has a competitive advantage in securing critical permits and approvals, positioning it ahead of its peers. The company’s approach integrates cutting-edge technologies and industry-leading practices with strategic capital allocation to maximize the value of its conventional and renewable natural gas (RNG) assets. AleAnna is dedicated to sustainable, low-cost growth while maintaining strict capital discipline. By prioritizing innovation, efficiency, and long-term shareholder value, AleAnna is well-positioned to lead the next phase of Italy’s energy transformation. Management Commentary Bill Dirks, Executive Director of AleAnna, commented, “Our investment in state-of-the-art subsurface technology has been a game-changer for AleAnna. By leveraging advanced seismic imaging and cutting-edge data analysis, we have achieved unparalleled accuracy in identifying and developing Italy’s natural gas resources. This technology not only enhances our operational efficiency but also ensures that our exploration and development activities are conducted in an environmentally responsible manner, aligning with our commitment to sustainability and innovation in the energy sector.” Marco Brun, AleAnna’s Chief Executive Officer, added, “We stand at a pivotal moment in AleAnna's journey. As we gear up for production at Longanesi and scale our renewable natural gas (RNG) operations, we are proud to be at the forefront of driving a sustainable energy future. This strategy not only delivers value to AleAnna shareholders but also plays a key role in reshaping the energy landscape for generations to come.” About AleAnna, Inc. AleAnna is an innovative energy company dedicated to unlocking Italy's extensive natural gas reserves and advancing renewable energy solutions to address the country's energy needs and support Europe's sustainability and energy security goals. With a vast portfolio encompassing over 2.3 million acres of potential resources and state-of-the-art technologies, AleAnna is poised to lead Italy's energy transition. Guided by a commitment to environmental responsibility and operational excellence, AleAnna is shaping a sustainable and secure energy future. The company operates regional headquarters in Dallas, TX, and Rome, Italy, serving as strategic hubs for its global and local initiatives. Forward-Looking Statements The information included herein contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Certain statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included herein, regarding the Business Combination, the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, AleAnna’s future financial performance following the Business Combination, as well as AleAnna’s strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. When used herein, including any statements made in connection herewith, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. However, not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on AleAnna management’s current expectations and assumptions about future events. They are based on current information about the outcome and timing of future events. You should not place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, AleAnna disclaims any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. AleAnna cautions you that these forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of AleAnna. These risks include, but are not limited to, general economic, financial, legal, political and business conditions and changes in domestic and foreign markets; the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination and any transactions contemplated thereby, which may be affected by, among other things, competition, the ability of AleAnna to grow and manage growth profitably and retain its management and key employees; AleAnna’s need for additional capital to execute its business plan and support its anticipated growth; costs related to the Business Combination; the risks associated with the growth of AleAnna’s business and the timing of expected business milestones; AleAnna’s ability to identify, develop and operate new projects; the reduction or elimination of government economic incentives to the natural gas market; delays in acquisition, financing, construction and development of new projects; decline in public acceptance and support of renewable energy development and projects; the ability to obtain necessary regulatory and governmental permits and approvals; uncertainty regarding the EU’s clean energy transition, including existing regulations and changes to regulations and policies that affect AleAnna’s operations; the ability to maintain the listing of AleAnna’s securities on a national securities exchange; and the effects of competition on AleAnna’s future business. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties, and should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described herein and in any statements made in connection in addition to these occur, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that AleAnna does not know or that AleAnna currently believes are immaterial that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact AleAnna’s expectations and projections can be found in filings it makes with the SEC, including the definitive proxy statement/prospectus filed by Swiftmerge and AleAnna Energy with the SEC on November 21, 2024, including those under “Risk Factors” therein, and other documents filed or to be filed with the SEC by AleAnna. SEC filings are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov . Investor Relations Contact For AleAnna, Inc.: Bill Dirks wkdirks@aleannagroup.com
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US Expands Cyber Countermeasures As List Of China Telecom Hack Victims GrowsFollowing thefall of Assad's regime in Syria, efforts are underway to determinethe exact number and whereabouts of Azerbaijani citizens in thecountry, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan said in itsreport for 2024, reports. The Ministry noted that, in accordance with the "Rules forrepatriation, rehabilitation of Azerbaijani minor citizens livingin difficult conditions abroad," approved by the PresidentialDecree of the Republic of Azerbaijan on October 28, 2023,repatriation of Azerbaijani citizens continued throughout 2024. "From 2020 through 2024, the number of Azerbaijani citizensrepatriated from Syria reached 224, including 172 children and 52women. At the same time, after the fall of Assad's regime, effortsare being made to determine the exact number and location ofAzerbaijani citizens in Syria. Following the instructions of thePresident of the Republic of Azerbaijan, a total of 295 Azerbaijanicitizens were repatriated from the Republic of Iraq in recent years– 288 children and 7 women. Consular consultations were held throughout the year betweenAzerbaijan and Iraq, Hungary, Türkiye, Montenegro, Kazakhstan,Tajikistan, Luxembourg, Russia, Iran, Uzbekistan, Colombia, andGeorgia. Memoranda of Understanding were signed between the Ministry ofForeign Affairs of Azerbaijan and the foreign ministries ofHungary, Tajikistan, and Pakistan regarding cooperation in consularaffairs, along with bilateral agreements in this area with Albania,Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and Gambia," the ministry said.
Michigan St. 78, California 72Wall Street stocks surged to fresh records Wednesday on hopes about easing US monetary policy, shrugging off political upheaval in South Korea and France. All three major US indices scored records, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average finishing above 45,000 for the first time. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.Taurus – (20th April to 20th May) Daily Horoscope Prediction says, egos are not your playmates Settle down in a romantic affair by sharing emotions. Look for pleasant occasions to ensure your career growth. Avoid major investments in the stock market. Have open communication with the lover and resolve all existing issues. You will be successful in accomplishing your professional goals today. Minor financial hurdles in the morning will be resolved later. Be careful about your health today. Taurus Love Horoscope Today Consider taking the love affair to the next level. Expect minor tremors but they won’t be serious. A previous relationship may haunt you but learn to overcome this. It is wise to be vigilant about the interference of a friend or a relative in the love affair as your partner may be influenced by the person, causing turbulence in the love affair. Married natives may have troubles in the family of the spouse and it is crucial to communicate with the spouse. Single natives may go back to the ex-flame today. Taurus Career Horoscope Today Continue with the commitment and you will see positive results at the office. Observing your dedication, the management or seniors may assign new tasks that will also test your caliber. Prove them right by accomplishing the tasks without compromising on the quality. Those who are into sales and marketing will travel today. Team leaders and managers need to be impartial with the team members and must take the team along with them. Taurus Money Horoscope Today Have control over the expenditure today. Children will need to meet the educational expenses today. You might think of making some suitable investments. But, this isn’t a good time for investing in speculations, particularly shares, and stocks. There will be celebrations within the family and you are expected to contribute a decent amount. Some businessmen will clear the due and will also make new financial deals with partners. The second part is if the day is good to invest in real estate or a vehicle. Taurus Health Horoscope Today Today is good to start attending the gym as well as a yoga class. While you need to maintain a positive attitude in life, you must also stay away from alcohol and tobacco. Pregnant females must avoid adventure sports while on vacation today. Drink plenty of water and give up both alcohol and aerated drinks. Taurus Sign Attributes Strength - Passionate, Practical, Meticulous, Patient, Artsy, Compassionate Weakness Intolerant, Reliant, stubborn Symbol Bull Element Earth Body Part Neck & Throat Sign Ruler Venus Lucky Day Friday Lucky Color Pink Lucky Number 6 Lucky Stone Opal Taurus Sign Compatibility Chart Natural affinity: Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn, Pisces Good compatibility: Taurus, Scorpio Fair compatibility: Aries, Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius Less compatibility: Leo, Aquarius By: Dr. J. N. Pandey Vedic Astrology & Vastu Expert Website: www.astrologerjnpandey.com E-mail: djnpandey@gmail.com Phone: 91-9811107060 (WhatsApp Only)
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — This was not the homecoming scenario Kirk Cousins would have scripted. Cousins' return to Minnesota, his NFL home from 2018 through 2023, on Sunday comes as he is hearing speculation about his job security in Atlanta. Cousins has thrown six interceptions with no touchdowns in the Falcons' three-game losing streak. That includes four picks in last week's 17-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, his most in a decade. “It’s kind of the challenge always in pro football to be able to get back up off the mat and get back going,” Cousins said after Wednesday's practice. A vote of confidence from coach Raheem Morris can't silence suggestions that it's time to give rookie first-round pick Michael Penix Jr. a chance to jump-start the Falcons' struggling offense. Morris said Sunday he didn't consider removing Cousins from the game, and he repeated his support for the veteran on Wednesday. “Got to go to Minnesota and get a big-time win and Kirk’s ready to go,” Morris said before acknowledging Cousins must bounce back from “obviously a tough game.” “You know, realistically, man he is built for this and he’s ready to go,” Morris said. The losing streak has left the Falcons (6-6) struggling to remain on top of the weak NFC South. They hold the tiebreaker advantage with Tampa Bay (6-6), but need Cousins to end his turnover streak. Cousins, 36, was expected to be the reliable leader on offense after he signed a four-year, $180 million contract. He will be in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. He said he expects a loud reception from Minnesota's fans. “They’re great fans, great football fans,” Cousins said. “As a result I think they’ll make it as hostile as they can for us.” Cousins ranks fifth in the league with 3,052 passing yards. He has 17 touchdown passes and his 13 interceptions are only one shy of his career high. Cousins insists he feels strong in his return from last season's torn Achilles tendon. He was critical of his mental mistakes in the loss to the Chargers. He said he rushed some passes, sometimes lacking the necessary velocity on his throws and giving defensive backs the opportunity to step in front of receivers for interceptions. Atlanta offensive coordinator Zac Robinson also said Cousins' lack of velocity on his throws “just goes back to, you know, decisiveness, being decisive when you do cut it loose. Certainly those things happen with quarterbacks. There might be times where, you know, you’re not as convicted on a throw. And it shows by the way the football comes out.” Morris said he still has confidence in Cousins' arm and the mental side to his game. “He’s done a great job with us, and I have no real qualms about him bouncing back and him being able to play the game the way it needs to be done,” Morris said. “He’s still an elite processor. He has the ability to make all the throws. He’s shown that throughout the year.” Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores also said he expects Cousins will shake out of his slump. “I know the narrative is he had a tough game last week, but he’s played some good football," Flores said. "I think the people in this building know what Kirk can do. He’s a very, very good quarterback.” Added Flores: “He’s a bounce-back type of guy, as we all know. I’m expecting his best, the best version of Kirk, the best version of that offense. It’s going to be a major challenge for us.” Atlanta's offensive production has dipped while the veteran quarterback’s turnovers have been on the rise. The Falcons were held to under 20 points in each of their three straight losses. “Have to just believe that tough times don’t last, tough people do,” Cousins said. “You have to keep pushing.” ___ AP Pro Football Writer Dave Campbell contributed to this report. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Charles Odum, The Associated Press
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