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The opposition has boasted “massive savings” it can give families struggling with power bills, as the costings are revealed for its nuclear energy policy it will take to the election. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton will on Friday detail the pricing of nuclear reactors, which is set to be $264 billion cheaper than Labor's renewables approach. According to analysis by Frontier Economics, the cost of the Coalition's nuclear will be $331 billion versus $595 billion for Labor's green push between now and 2050 as Australia continues to track toward net zero in its climate change fight. The price is significantly cheaper because the Coalition’s policy is due to the lesser need of new transmission infrastructure compared to what the government is chasing. It is also assuming coal-fired power stations can continue to run while contracts are decided and that electricity demands will not rise as quick as what Labor is predicting. The opposition’s forecast showed renewables would provide 54 per cent of electricity generation, with 38 per cent of that coming from nuclear in 2050. The remaining eight per cent is from the storage of gas. It would mean coal-fired power stations will continue to operate longer under the Coalition plan, before the first of seven sites are replaced by nuclear in the mid-2030s. Mr Dutton insisted a Liberal government would deliver “massive savings”. “The Coalition’s approach integrates zero-emissions nuclear energy alongside renewables and has, delivering a total system cost significantly lower than Labor’s,” he said. “This means reduced power bills for households, lower operating costs for small businesses, and a stronger, more resilient economy.” Under the nuclear plan, seven nuclear reactors will be built across the country. In June he revealed the proposed sites of the reactors will be at existing sites of aging coal-fired power stations, which are heading into retirement, in regional Australia. They include Tarong and Callide in Queensland, Liddell and Mount Piper in New South Wales, Port Augusta in South Australia, Loy Yang in Victoria and Muja in WA. The first two reactors are set to be built between 2035 and 2037 if they win the election. Mr Dutton told Sky News Australia earlier this week that his nuclear policy is “credible” and will make the country a “modern economy” to compete with other nations. Political Editor Andrew Clennell pressed the Opposition Leader on how he can bring down power bills, which the Albanese government has so far failed to do despite its election pledge, given it could take 10 years to build nuclear reactors. “We need to bring a significant amount of gas into the system. Coal is going to be in the system for longer than Labor’s admitting at the moment,” he said. “The damage the Labor Party is going to the Australian economy is staggering and particularly through their energy policy, manufacturers are fleeing our shores.” Coalition MPs will be briefed on the nuclear policy on Friday at 10am. Mr Dutton is then set to hold a press conference to reveal the costings. It will set up a heated debate between the opposition and the government on energy and climate change ahead of the federal election which must be held by May.
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BOULDER, Colo. — A 72-year-old lifelong Colorado fan with end-stage kidney failure waited to the side of the field in his wheelchair for Travis Hunter and the rest of the Buffaloes. One by one, players strolled over and signed a football for Riley Rhoades, his face lighting up with each signature. Standing close by and taking in the scene was Jeremy Bloom. He's become a wish facilitator for older adults. Bloom, the former Colorado wide receiver and Olympic freestyle skier, started the Wish of a Lifetime foundation in 2008, which has made thousands of aspirations turn into reality for older adults. The list of granted wishes range from taking veterans back to the beaches of Normandy to helping late-in-life authors publish a book. He's staged concerts for musicians, assisted some in daredevil feats such as jumping out of an airplane and even lined up a meeting between an Olympic medalist and former President Barack Obama. For Rhoades, his wish was simply to return to Folsom Field again, the place where he used to have season tickets but hasn't attended a game since 2004. "Everybody has somebody in their life —a grandparent, friend, neighbor — at that age where you wish you had more resources to help," said Bloom, whose college career was cut short two decades ago when the NCAA denied his reinstatement to play football and still ski professionally after receiving endorsement money to fuel his Olympic dreams. "Nothing can compare to seeing someone else's eyes light up because you helped make their dream come true." The foundation is a tribute to his grandparents. But the concept began to take root when he was a teenager. He was in Japan for a World Cup freestyle skiing competition when a woman tried to hop on a crowded bus. There was no room, but everyone in front rose from their seats to make space. That stuck with him, along with seeing these acts of kindness for older adults all over Europe and Asia as he traveled. An idea formed — bring that same level of appreciation to the United States, with a wish-granting element. Bloom's organization has been a charitable affiliate of AARP since 2020. It was the yearning of Rhoades that brought the two of them to Folsom Field last weekend. Rhoades, who had season tickets at Colorado for 27 years, wanted to see the Buffaloes in person after watching the team's resurgence on television. A few years ago, Rhoades, who was born with spina bifida, was diagnosed with end-stage renal failure. Being among the 54,646 fans Saturday stirred up plenty of emotions for Rhoades, as he watched the 16th-ranked Buffaloes (8-2, 6-1 Big 12, No. 16 CFP) beat Utah. Colorado remains in the race for not only a conference title but a spot in the College Football Playoff. "It's just great to be back here again," Rhoades said as he pointed out the section where he used to watch games. "It's just ... so cool." For Bloom, the success that coach Deion Sanders has brought to the program means more reunions with teammates as they pass through town. "I've been through many years where nobody comes to visit," Bloom said. "It's fun that Boulder has become the epicenter of college football." Leading the way for Colorado this season have been quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way star Hunter, who's the Heisman Trophy frontrunner. But what particularly pleases Bloom is that Sanders, Hunter and the rest of college football players are able to finally profit through name, image and likeness. In his day, Bloom got caught in the NCAA crosshairs for wanting to play both sports and to have sponsors in one (skiing) so he could fund his Olympic aspirations. How time have changed. "I'm just really grateful that this generation of athletes gets to monetize their skills and ability," said Bloom, who finished sixth in moguls at the 2006 Winter Games in Italy. "It's the right thing." He's thrown his passion into fulfilling wishes such as learning ballet, riding in a Formula 1 pace car or taking a flight in a fighter jet. He's also helped reconnect families and friends, including a reunion for a trio of centenarian sisters who hadn't seen each other in more than a decade. This granted wish has stuck with Bloom: A person in Alabama wasn't able to travel after being diagnosed with end-of-life emphysema. So he asked for postcards to be sent, just to learn what made someone's town so special. He received 2,000 postcards from 26 different countries. "There's no end to the things that they've done for us in the world," Bloom said of older adults. "We're one of the organizations that reminds them that their dreams still do matter and that we still appreciate them and we cherish them." Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!
The Russian government does not plan to fine people for visiting banned websites with the help of Virtual Private Network (VPN) services, the country’s media regulator, Roskomnadzor, has told RT. The technology allows users to create a secure connection between their device and the server, as well as hiding their IP addresses and bypassing firewalls and blocks. Earlier this month, Roskomnadzor issued a draft order that would require telecom operators to provide it with data on internet users who visit blocked websites. If the legislation is adopted, the regulator will reportedly be able to monitor any attempts to bypass firewalls or access blocked websites using VPNs. On Wednesday, Hi-Tech Mail news outlet reported that the order would allow the regulator to fine people for using VPN, citing IT experts. Yuri Gizatullin, founder of TIQUM IT firm, told the news outlet that Roskomnadzor has the technical means to do so, but noted, however, that such measures would “raise questions” about data privacy. According to Roskomnadzor, it has no intention of fining VPN users. “There is a gross error in such assumptions,” the regulator stated, noting that its draft order targeting VPNs “does not and cannot introduce fines.” “The said draft order of Roskomnadzor does not touch upon the use of VPN services,” it added, slamming the report as “fake.” Anton Nemkin, a member of the State Duma Committee on Information Policy, Technology and Communications, also denied the report. He explained that the measure would be nearly impossible to introduce, as the line between legal and illegal use of VPNs is difficult to determine. The issue of introducing penalties for the use of VPN services and possibly banning them has been raised in Russia repeatedly. Since the start of the military operation in Ukraine in February 2022, Western nations have banned multiple Russian news organizations, accusing them of spreading ‘disinformation’, while allowing anti-Russia propaganda to appear on their websites and social media. Russia responded by blacklisting a number of Western media outlets and platforms. Citing anti-Russian sentiments, misinformation, and censorship of Russian media outlets, Roskomnadzor banned access to sites such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and outlets like the BBC and Deutsche Welle. However, these websites are still widely accessible in Russia through VPN services. While VPN services have not been banned in the country, in March this year, Roskomnadzor restricted the advertising of them. In November, it also banned the distribution of scientific and statistical information about VPN services, with the exception of those that provide secure remote access. The regulator has also been blocking VPN services that violate its rules.Jerry Jones ‘proud’ of coaching staff for late-season surge
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1 2 Hyderabad: Union MoS for home Bandi Sanjay ridiculed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for praising the Congress govt in Telangana for fulfilling poll promises and providing good governance to people. Criticising Rahul Gandhi for congratulating the govt in his letter to minister Ponnam Prabhakar, Sanjay said that there was no hope for development or welfare under the Congress govt's governance and accused the party of engaging in diversionary politics. He questioned whether the praise was for cancelling the ‘Mahalakshmi' scheme or for the chaotic situation that has caused shame and suffering among women. He asked if the commendation was for postponing the Rythu Bharosa scheme or for neglecting farmers. Bandi also took a dig at Rahul Gandhi, saying if the praise was directed at the delays in the construction of Indiramma houses or for demolishing the existing dwellings as well. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , Location Guesser and Mini Crossword .
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