Russian police raid Moscow nightclubs in LGBTQ+ crackdownTrump's casting call as he builds out his administration: TV experience preferredRIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil — Brazil's federal police say the former right-wing president, Jair Bolsonaro, attempted to launch a coup in 2022 to stay in office following his relection defeat. The police indicted 36 other people, as part of what they say was a criminal conspiracy working to keep Bolsonaro in power, after he lost the 2022 election to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Among the dozens allegedly part of the conspiracy are Bolsonaro's former defense minister, who was also his vice-presidential running mate, and a number of former close aides. The Federal Police report called the coup an attempt to "violently dismantle the constitutional state". The nearly 900-page report now goes to Brazil's Supreme Court to be referred to the attorney general who will decide whether to go ahead and try the former president. Shortly after Bolsonaro's left wing rival took office in 2023, on January 8th, thousands of Bolsonaro supporters stormed the presidential palace, the Supreme Court and congress in the capital Brasilia. Former Bolsonaro administration officials also accused of involvement in the alleged plot, include Defense Minister Walter Braga Netto, ex-National Security Adviser Augusto Heleno, the head of Bolsonaro's party, Valdemar Costa Neto and the former Justice Minister Anderson Torres. On Tuesday, officials arrested four members of the military, including a top aide to Bolsonaro who they said colluded to assassinate then President-elect Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, his vice-presidential pick and a Supreme Court Justice. The plan was to spark a federal emergency that would allow Bolsonaro to declare a "state of siege" and stay in power as a caretaker government. If convicted of attempting a coup and criminal association, the former president could face years in prison. Bolsonaro has denied all charges and says he is being politically persecuted. This is a developing story and will be updated Copyright 2024 NPR
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( MENAFN - IANS) Mumbai, Nov 28 (IANS) The Indian stock market opened flat on Thursday as buying was seen in the realty sector in early trade. At around 09:39 am, the Sensex was trading at 80,194.06 after falling 40.02 points or 0.05 per cent, while the Nifty was trading at 24,277.25 after rising 2.35 points or 0.01 per cent. The market trend remained positive. On the National stock exchange (NSE), 1,792 Stocks were trading in green, while 464 stocks were in the red. Nifty bank was up 224.35 points or 0.43 per cent at 52,526.15. Nifty Midcap 100 index was trading at 56,653.70 after gaining 381.35 points or 0.68 per cent. Nifty Smallcap 100 index was at 18,668.15 after gaining 165.30 points or 0.89 per cent. Akshay Chinchalkar of Axis Securities said, "Nifty has traced a bullish pattern within a three-day range spanning the 24,125-24,350 area. This is a very rare occurrence as each of the three candles has a similar high-to-low range, with the pattern becoming especially important post the Monday gap-up". The immediate hurdle to monitor is 24,360, above which the next resistance sits around 24,540. Critical support lies at 24,120, with bears gaining the upper hand only on a daily close below 23,956," he added. In the Sensex pack, Hindustan Unilever, ITC, HDFC Bank, IndusInd Bank, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Nestle India and Adani Ports were the top gainers. Infosys, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, Power Grid, TCS, M&M and Bajaj Finance were the top losers. In Asian markets, the markets of Seoul and Japan were trading in green. Whereas, the markets of China, Hong Kong, Bangkok and Jakarta were trading in the red. US stock markets closed in red on the previous trading day. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought equities worth Rs 7.78 crore on November 27, while domestic institutional investors bought equities worth Rs 1,301.97 crore on the same day. MENAFN27112024000231011071ID1108934526 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday that the U.S. military should stay out of the escalating conflict in Syria as a shock opposition offensive closes in on the capital, declaring in a social media post, "THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT.” With world leaders watching the rapid rebel advance against Syria's Russian- and Iranian-backed president, Bashar Assad, President Joe Biden's national security adviser separately stressed that the Biden administration had no intention of intervening. “The United States is not going to ... militarily dive into the middle of a Syrian civil war," Jake Sullivan told an audience in California. He said the U.S. would keep acting as necessary to keep the Islamic State — a violently anti-Western extremist group not known to be involved in the offensive but with sleeper cells in Syria's deserts — from exploiting openings presented by the fighting. Insurgents’ stunning march across Syria sped faster Saturday, reaching the gates of Damascus and government forces abandoning the central city of Homs. The government was forced to deny rumors that Assad had fled the country. Trump's comments on the dramatic rebel push were his first since Syrian rebels launched their advance late last month. They came while he was in Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame cathedral . In his post, Trump said Assad did not deserve U.S. support to stay in power. Assad's government has been propped up by the Russian and Iranian military, along with Hezbollah and other Iranian-allied militias, in a now 13-year-old war against opposition groups seeking his overthrow. The war, which began as a mostly peaceful uprising in 2011 against the Assad family's rule, has killed a half-million people, fractured Syria and drawn in a more than a half-dozen foreign militaries and militias. The insurgents are led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham , which the U.S. has designated as a terrorist group and says has links to al-Qaida, although the group has since broken ties with al-Qaida. The insurgents have met little resistance so far from the Syrian army, the Russian and Iranian militaries or allied militias in the country. The Biden administration says Syrian opposition forces' capture of government-held cities demonstrates just how diminished those countries are by wars in Ukraine , Gaza and Lebanon. “Assad’s backers — Iran, Russia and Hezbollah — have all been weakened and distracted," Sullivan said Saturday at an annual gathering of national security officials, defense companies and lawmakers at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley. “None of them are prepared to provide the kind of support to Assad that they provided in the past,” he later added. The U.S. has about 900 troops in Syria, including U.S. forces working with Kurdish allies in the opposition-held northeast to prevent any resurgence of the Islamic State group. Gen. Bryan Fenton, head of U.S. Special Operations Command, said he would not want to speculate on how the upheaval in Syria would affect the U.S. military’s footprint in the country. “It’s still too early to tell,” he said. What would not change is the focus on disrupting IS operations in Syria and protecting U.S. troops, Fenton said during a panel at the Reagan event. Syrian opposition activists and regional officials have been watching closely for any indication from the incoming Trump administration, in particular on how the U.S. would respond to the rebel advances against Assad. Robert Wilkie, Trump's defense transition chief and a former secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, said during the same panel that the collapse of the “murderous Assad regime” would be a major blow to Iran's power. The United Nations' special envoy for Syria called Saturday for urgent talks in Geneva to ensure an “orderly political transition” in Syria. In his post, Trump said Russia “is so tied up in Ukraine” that it “seems incapable of stopping this literal march through Syria, a country they have protected for years.” He said rebels could possibly force Assad from power. The president-elect condemned the overall U.S. handling of the war but said the routing of Assad and Russian forces might be for the best. “Syria is a mess, but is not our friend, & THE UNITED STATES SHOULD HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH IT. THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT. LET IT PLAY OUT. DO NOT GET INVOLVED!” he wrote in Saturday's post. An influential Syrian opposition activist in Washington, Mouaz Moustafa, interrupted a briefing to reporters to read Trump’s post and appeared to choke up. He said Trump’s declaration that the U.S. should stay out of the fight was the best outcome that the the Syrians aligned against Assad could hope for. Rebels have been freeing political detainees of the Assad government from prisons as they advance across Syria, taking cities. Moustafa pledged to reporters Saturday that opposition forces would be alert for any U.S. detainees among them and do their utmost to protect them. Moustafa said that includes Austin Tice , an American journalist missing for more than a decade and suspected to be held by Assad. Hayat Tahrir al-Sham renounced al-Qaida in 2016 and has worked to rebrand itself, including cracking down on some Islamic extremist groups and fighters in its territory and portraying itself as a protector of Christians and other religious minorities. While the U.S. and United Nations still designate it as a terrorist organization, Trump's first administration told lawmakers that the U.S. was no longer targeting the group's leader, Abu Mohammed al-Golani. ___ Copp reported from Simi Valley, California. Ellen Knickmeyer, Will Weissert And Tara Copp, The Associated Press
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The man apprehended in relation to the murder of a health insurance executive is reportedly related to Republican Maryland House of Delegates member Nino Mangione. Both NBC and Fox News have confirmed that Luigi Nicholas Mangione, the 26-year-old suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and Maryland Delegate Nino Mangione, are cousins. The Baltimore Sun verified their connection through social media platforms Facebook and Instagram. Del. Mangione, currently serving his second term in the House of Delegates, has yet to respond to requests for comment. Mangione previously served as a Baltimore County co-chair for the state's Trump Victory Leadership County team. Luigi Mangione was arrested today in Altoona , Pennsylvania, five days after Thompson's fatal shooting in New York City. NYPD investigates Pennsylvania man with gun linked to UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting suspect seen in new images released by NYPD He is scheduled to appear in court in Blair County, Pa., at 6 p.m. local time for a "preliminary arraignment on gun charges," according to the NYT. Additionally, Mangione's grandfather is a prominent Baltimore real estate developer, Nicholas Mangione, and his grandmother, Mary C. Mangione, was a philanthropist who died last year. The Mangione family owns Lorien Health Systems, a nursing home chain in Maryland, where Luigi volunteered in 2014, according to LinkedIn. Mangione, a Towson native, is an alumnus of the Gilman School in Baltimore, where he was class valedictorian in 2016. Luigi Mangione, a former Ivy League student, fraternity member, and high school valedictorian at the Gilman School in Baltimore, Maryland, was taken into custody at a McDonald's restaurant in Altoona, PA. He was recognized by an employee who alerted local authorities around 9:15 a.m., as per Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch. Authorities disclosed that Mangione was found with both a legitimate ID and a counterfeit one. The fake ID bore the same name as the false New Jersey ID presented by the suspected gunman who killed Thompson at a hostel on Manhattan's Upper West Side before the shooting. Mangione was reportedly in possession of a 'manifesto,' along with a 'similar' ghost gun to the one used in the fatal shooting that may have been produced on a 3D printer . He had traveled to the area by Greyhound bus. According to a senior law enforcement official who spoke to the NYT, the 'handwritten manifesto' lambasted healthcare companies for prioritizing profits over patient care. The two-page document implies that 'violence is the answer,' a police official who reviewed the manifesto informed CNN. For Mangione to face charges in New York, extradition would be necessary, although NYPD detectives are already en route to the location. "We believe at this point — our investigation is leaning toward he was acting alone," NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny announced during an afternoon press conference alongside NY Mayor Eric Adams. Joseph Kenny, the NYPD's chief detective, revealed that Mangione was born and raised in Maryland , has connections in San Francisco, and recently resided in Honolulu, Hawaii. He had no previous criminal record in New York. An initial social media search suggested he may harbor some "ill will toward corporate America," but nothing explicit has been found so far. He was labeled an 'anti-capitalist Ivy League grad' and was discovered to have liked quotes online from "Unabomber’’ Ted Kaczynski. Sources told the New York Post that Mangione allegedly despised the medical community due to its treatment of his ill relative. According to a Facebook profile believed to belong to Mangione, he attended a private high school in the Baltimore area, where he was on the wrestling team and even named valedictorian. Magione graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2020 with an engineering degree. DAILY NEWSLETTER: Sign up here to get the latest news and updates from the Mirror US straight to your inbox with our FREE newsletter.Syrian government services come to a 'complete halt' as state workers stay home
Advisors Asset Management Inc. Reduces Holdings in Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:GPN)Conners, Tate lead Appalachian State over Sam Houston 66-63A look at how some of Trump's picks to lead health agencies could help carry out Kennedy's overhaul Donald Trump's health team picks include a retired congressman, a surgeon and a former talk-show host. All could play pivotal roles in fulfilling an agenda that could change how the government goes about safeguarding Americans’ health, from health care and medicines to food safety and science research. In line to be Trump's health secretary is anti-vaccine organizer Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He says his task is to “reorganize” federal health agencies. They employ 80,000 scientists, researchers, doctors and other officials, and effect Americans’ daily lives. Trump raced to pick many Cabinet posts. He took more time to settle on a treasury secretary WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump launched a blitz of picks for his Cabinet, but he took his time settling on billionaire investor Scott Bessent as his choice for treasury secretary. The Republican not only wanted someone who jibes with him, but an official who can execute his economic vision and look straight out of central casting while doing so. With his Yale University education and pedigree trading for Soros Fund Management before establishing his own funds, Bessent will be tasked with a delicate balancing act. Trump expects him to help reset the global trade order, enable trillions of dollars in tax cuts, ensure inflation stays in check, manage a ballooning national debt and still keep the financial markets confident. Israeli strikes in central Beirut kill at least 20 as diplomats push for a cease-fire BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) — Lebanese officials say Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 20 people and injured dozens in central Beirut, as the once-rare attacks on the heart of Lebanon’s capital continue without warning. Diplomats are scrambling to broker a cease-fire but say obstacles still remain. The current proposal calls for a two-month cease-fire during which Israeli forces would withdraw from Lebanon and Hezbollah would end its armed presence along the southern border south of the Litani River. Lebanon’s Health Ministry says Israeli attacks have killed more than 3,500 people in Lebanon in the months of fighting that have turned into all-out war. Voters rejected historic election reforms across the US, despite more than $100M push JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Election reform advocates had hoped for a big year at the ballot box. That's because a historic number of states were considering initiatives for ranked choice voting or to end partisan primaries. Instead, voters dealt them big losses in the November elections. Voters in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, Oregon and South Dakota all rejected proposed changes to their voting systems. In Alaska, a proposal to repeal ranked choice voting appears to have narrowly fallen short. The losses in many states came even though election reform supporters raised more than $100 million, easily outpacing opponents. Supporters say they aren't giving up but plan to retool their efforts. The week that upped the stakes of the Ukraine war KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — This past week has seen the most significant escalation in hostilities Ukraine has witnessed since Russia's full-scale invasion and marks a new chapter in the nearly three-year war. It began with U.S. President Joe Biden reversing a longstanding policy by granting Kyiv permission to deploy American longer-range missiles inside Russian territory and ended with Moscow striking Ukraine with a new experimental ballistic weapon that has alarmed the international community and heightened fears of further escalation. US reels from rain, snow as second round of bad weather approaches for Thanksgiving week WINDSOR, Calif. (AP) — The U.S. is reeling from snow and rain while preparing for another bout of bad weather ahead of Thanksgiving that could disrupt holiday travel. California is bracing for more snow and rain while still grappling with some flooding and small landslides from a previous storm. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for California's Sierra Nevada through Tuesday, with heavy snow expected at high elevations. Parts of the Northeast and Appalachia are also starting the weekend with heavy precipitation. Meanwhile thousands remain without power in the Seattle area after a “bomb cyclone” storm system roared ashore the West Coast earlier in the week, killing two people. Even with access to blockbuster obesity drugs, some people don't lose weight Most people taking popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy to lose weight have shed significant pounds. But obesity experts say that roughly 20% of patients — as many as 1 in 5 — may not see robust results with the new medications. The response to the drugs varies from person to person and can depend on genetics, hormones and differences in how the brain regulates energy. Undiagnosed medical conditions and some drugs can prevent weight loss. Experts say it can take experimentation to help so-called nonresponders find results. Fighting between armed sectarian groups in restive northwestern Pakistan kills at least 37 people PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — A senior Pakistani police officer says fighting between armed sectarian groups in the country's restive northwest has killed at least 37 people. The overnight violence was the latest to rock Kurram, a district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, and comes days after a deadly gun ambush killed 42 people. The officer said Saturday that armed men torched shops, houses and government property overnight. Gunfire is ongoing between rival tribes. Although Sunnis and Shiites generally live together peacefully in Pakistan, tensions remain in some areas, especially Kurram. Hydrate. Make lists. Leave yourself time. And other tips for reducing holiday travel stress Travel, especially during the holiday season, can be stressful. But following some tips from the pros as you prepare for a trip can make for a smoother, less anxious experience. One expert traveler suggests making a list a week before you go of things you need to do and pack. Cross off each item as you complete it during the week. Another tip is to carry your comfort zone with you. That could mean noise-canceling headphones, playlists meant to soothe airport travelers, entertainment and snacks from home. Carry a change of clothes and a phone charger in case of delays. Stay hydrated. Leave extra time. And know your airline's rules. Downloading the airline's app can help with that. Andy Murray will coach Novak Djokovic through the Australian Open Recently retired Andy Murray will team up with Novak Djokovic, working with him as a coach through the Australian Open in January. Murray’s representatives put out statements from both players on Saturday. Djokovic is a 24-time Grand Slam champion who has spent more weeks at No. 1 than any other player in tennis history. Murray won three major trophies and two Olympic singles gold medals who finished 2016 atop the ATP rankings. He retired as a player after the Paris Summer Games in August.Photo: Vice & Virtue A Kelowna brewery is closing its doors just ahead of Christmas. Vice and Virtue Brewing Co. announced on its social media channels that they are closing on Dec. 21 with plans to reopen next year under new ownership and after renovations. "As many of you know, this brewery has been more than just a business to us these last six years. Born out of friendship and a shared love for great beer and food, we opened our doors in 2018 to bring a fresh take to Kelowna’s craft beer community," the Facebook post reads. The brewery started in a backyard and evolved into a restaurant and bar. "We are deeply grateful to our patrons, our industry colleagues, and our neighbouring businesses for the support. We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible staff, past and present, whose dedication, passion, and hard work helped shape Vice and Virtue. Thank you, sincerely, for being the heart and soul of our business," says the post on social media. The brewery indicates they plan to remain open seven days a week and says they will announce farewell specials as they approach their final days in business. "We look forward to seeing you all before Dec. 21 to share a last brew and some holiday cheer, with sincere gratitude," the Vice and Virtue Team.