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Who loved the axiom ‘The buck stops here’? (KOR) Published: 24 Dec. 2024, 07:02 The Constitutional Court’s review of the legislative impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol has hit a snag due to noncompliance and foot-dragging by the suspended president. Ten days have passed since the National Assembly endorsed a motion to impeach Yoon for his martial law stunt. The top court has sent the case acceptance notice, subpoena and order for readiness for trial by mail and in person, but the president has denied the acceptance of the documents necessary to initiate the trial process. The files were returned when they were sent to his office, citing his lack of presence, and his security rejected them when they arrived at his residence. The noncooperation, even from the stage of documental formalities before the actual trial takes place, raises questions about his sincerity to the legal accountability he vowed not to eschew after his failed martial law attempt. Yoon’s actions draw an unfavorable comparison to earlier presidents in dealing with the impeachment process. The late President Roh Moo-hyun accepted the documents of the Constitutional Court a day after the National Assembly passed his impeachment motion in March 2004 and sent his legal representatives and opinions four days later. Former President Park Geun-hye had her secretariat receive the court files one hour after the motion was endorsed and filed her opinion through her representatives seven days later. The Constitutional Court Act stipulates that, unless otherwise specified, the Criminal Procedure Act shall apply mutatis mutandis to impeachment trials. Yoon, accused of masterminding the martial law plot on Dec. 3, has also been defiant toward investigative authorities. The joint investigation headquarters, comprising the Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials (CIO), police and military offices, have asked Yoon to appear at the CIO on the Christmas morning after he failed to show up at the first request. Yoon also disobeyed two summons by the prosecution. He has not submitted the timetable for his appearance for questioning or details of his legal representatives. His long-time friend, Seok Dong-hyun, held a press conference defending the president, but he has yet to be formally assigned to the case. Yoon must stop stalling and honor his public promise to not evade legal and political liability over his martial law decision. If he thinks he can lessen his accountability by buying time, he is clearly mistaken. He must not act shamefully against the plate reading “The Buck Stops Here” sitting on his desk. His recalcitrance is causing greater disgrace to himself and the nation. 시간 끌기용 '침대축구'로는 법적 책임 피할 수 없다 윤 대통령, 헌재 서류 송달 거부하며 버티기 일관 소환 조사도 불응...국민에 더 큰 실망 주지 말아야 윤석열 대통령에 대한 헌법재판소의 탄핵심판 절차가 윤대통령의 비협조와 시간끌기로 첫걸음부터 차질을 빚고 있다. 지난 14일 국회가 윤 대통령에 대한 탄핵소추를 의결한 지 오늘로 열흘째다. 그동안 헌재는 우편과 인편을 통해 탄핵심판 접수통지와 출석요구서, 준비 명령 등 관련서류를 보냈지만 윤 대통령은 이 서류를 받지 않았다. 서울 용산 대통령실로 보내면 수취인인 윤대통령이 없다는 이유로 돌려보내고 한남동 관저로 보내면 경호처가 접수를 거부하는 식이었다. 탄핵의 옳고 그름을 가리기 위한 실체적 쟁점도 아니고 형식적 절차에 불과한 서류송달부터 이렇게 나오는 건 법적허점을 악용한다는 비난을 피하기 어렵다. 헌재의 서류 수령조차 거부하는 윤대통령의 구차한 모습은 앞선 두번의 대통령 탄핵심판 사례와도 대조된다. 2004년 3월 노무현 전 대통령은 국회에서 탄핵소추안이 통과되자 다음 날 헌재가 보낸 서류를 받고 나흘 뒤엔 대리인단 위임장과 의견서를 헌재에 제출했다. 2016년 12월 박근혜 전대통령은 국회의 탄핵소추안 의결 이후 약 1시간 만에 대통령 비서실을 통해 서류를 받고 7일 뒤 대리인단 위임장과 의견서를 냈다. 헌재는 오늘 윤대통령이 서류를 받은 것으로 간주할 것인지에 대한 입장을 밝히기로 했다. 헌법재판소법은 다른 특별한 규정이 없다면 탄핵심판에 대해선 형사소송법을 준용한다고 규정한다. 지난 3일 비상계엄 선포와 관련해 내란 우두머리 혐의를 받는 윤대통령은 수사기관의 소환조사에도 비협조적 태도로 일관한다. 고위공직자범죄수사처(공수처)와 경찰 등으로 꾸려진 공조수사본부는 윤대통령에게 성탄절인 모레 오전 공수처로 출석해 피의자 신분으로 조사받으라고 출석요구서를 보냈다. 공수처는 지난 18일에도 윤대통령에게 소환조사를 통보했지만 윤대통령은 나오지 않았다. 윤대통령은 두 차례에 걸친 검찰의 소환통보에도 불응했다. 출석일정을 수사기관과 조율할 변호인 선임계도 아직 제출하지 않았다. 윤 대통령과 가까운 석동현 변호사가 지난주 기자회견을 열고 윤 대통령의 입장을 대신 밝히긴 했지만 정식으로 변호인을 맡은 건 아니었다. 윤대통령은 이제라도 시간 끌기를 멈추고 "법적·정치적 책임을 회피하지 않겠다"던 대국민 담화의 약속을 지켜야 한다. 이렇게 시간을 끌다 보면 국면을 전환하고 책임을 면할 수 있다는 계산이 깔려 있다면 중대한 오산이다. "모든 책임은 내가 진다(The Buck Stops Here)"는 집무실 책상의 명패를 자랑스럽게 공개했던 건 윤대통령 자신이었다는 걸 명심해야 한다. 지난 2년 7개월 동안 국정 최고책임자였던 윤대통령이 ‘침대축구’라는 비난을 무릅쓰고 계속 시간을 끈다면 국민에게 더 큰 실망을 안겨줄 뿐이다.Detroit's iconic Renaissance Center could see 2 towers razed in $1.6B redevelopment planConor McGregor Regrets Cheating on Dee Devlin, Thanks Family For Support

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Aussies could secure goods for just $1 following retailer’s collapseMALAGA, Spain (AP) — The last man to face — and beat — Rafael Nadal in professional tennis, 80th-ranked Botic van de Zandschulp , converted his 10th match point Friday to finally close out a 6-4, 6-7 (12), 6-3 victory over Daniel Altmaier and help the Netherlands reach its first Davis Cup final by sweeping Germany. Tallon Griekspoor, who is ranked 40th, sealed the 2-0 win for the Dutch in the best-of-three-match semifinal by hitting 25 aces and coming back to defeat Jan-Lennard Struff 6-7 (4), 7-5, 6-4. When it ended, appropriately, on an ace, Griekspoor shut his eyes, dropped to his knees and spread his arms wide. “We have been talking about this for two, three years,” Griekspoor said. “We believed in ourselves so much. We always felt like this was possible. To do it now feels unbelievable.” The other semifinal is Saturday, with No. 1-ranked Jannik Sinner and defending champion Italy taking on Australia . The championship will be decided Sunday. “We don’t have that top 5 player. We don’t that top 10 player. We don’t have that top 15 player,” Dutch captain Paul Harhuuis said. “But it’s a team effort. ... So proud of these guys.” In Friday's opener, van de Zandschulp was up a set and just a point away from leading 5-2 in the second when Altmaier began playing more aggressively and interacting more with the German fans, yelling and throwing uppercuts or raising his arms after key points. In the tiebreaker, Altmaier managed to save five match points before converting his own fourth set point to extend the contest. But van de Zandschulp — who upset four-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz at the U.S. Open — quickly moved out front in the final set, even if he eventually needed five more match points in the last game before serving it out. “At some point, I didn’t know what to do any more on the match points,” van de Zandschulp said. “I had the toughest match of my life on Tuesday (against Nadal), so everything that comes next is maybe a little bit easier.” In the quarterfinals, van de Zandschulp outplayed Nadal for a 6-4, 6-4 result that marked the end of the 22-time Grand Slam champion’s career because the Netherlands went on to eliminate Spain 2-1. The 38-year-old Nadal announced last month that the Davis Cup would be his final event before retiring. Presumably because people purchased tickets ahead of time with plans to watch Nadal compete in the semifinals, there were hundreds of unoccupied blue or gray seats surrounding the indoor hard court at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martina Carpena in southern Spain on Friday. Now truly a neutral site, the place was not nearly as loud and rowdy as on Tuesday, although there were shouts of “Vamos, Rafa!” that drew laughter while van de Zandschulp played the 88th-ranked Altmaier. It took Griekspoor more than 75 minutes and nearly two full sets to figure out how to break No. 43 Struff and then did it twice in a row — to lead 6-5 in the second set, and then go up 1-0 in the third. That was plenty, because Griekspoor saved the only two break points he faced. The Netherlands hadn’t been to the semifinals since 2001. The Germans — whose best current player, two-time major finalist Alexander Zverev, is not on the team in Malaga — have won three Davis Cups, but not since 1993, when 1991 Wimbledon champion Michael Stich led them to the title. AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis

By Michelle Goth, Food Drink Life Are Christmas cards fading away? With social media and texting at our fingertips, many wonder if the tradition of sending handwritten holiday greetings is on its way out. However, many families still cherish the joy of sending and receiving Christmas cards, keeping this heartwarming tradition alive. Before you ditch the card aisle this year, consider the charm, nostalgia and personal touch that only a real Christmas card can deliver. So, is this the end of Christmas cards – or could this tradition be due for a holiday comeback? According to the Postal Museum , the tradition of mailing Christmas cards dates back to mid-19th-century England when the first commercial Christmas card was created by Sir Henry Cole, a civil servant involved in modernizing the British postal system. Sir Cole’s creation quickly resulted in a growing greeting card industry in England and the spread of Christmas cards to America by the 1870s. In America, holiday greetings have changed with the times. As printing technology improved, cards became more affordable, and the imagery and sentiments changed. National Army Museum mentions that families and soldiers mailed cards with patriotic themes during World Wars I and II. A Morning Call article states that in the late 1960s, cards featured psychedelic art and non-traditional colors to reflect popular culture. Today, Christmas cards are a global tradition. However, digital options and social media have introduced new ways for people to send holiday greetings, leading to a decline in the number of cards sent each year. In the early 2000s, TIME reported that Americans sent around 2.9 billion Christmas cards each year. But when social media platforms like Facebook were made available starting in 2004, holiday cards began declining, with the United States Postal Service reporting 1.1 billion Christmas cards now sent annually. Several reasons are behind this decline, ranging from social media availability and texting to environmental concerns and the rising cost of postage stamps. The increased commitments and risks of a holiday meltdown also factor in. Casey Rooney, a mother of three and the owner of Get On My Plate struggled with the decision, sharing, “Last year, several things came up around the holidays and I just could not get Christmas cards out. When I decided a card wouldn’t go out, it was a huge weight lifted.” Despite their decline in popularity over the last two decades, Christmas cards don’t need a eulogy just yet. According to the New York Post , more than half of American families still mail holiday greetings due to tradition and nostalgia, with most Americans preferring physical, customized cards regardless of their age. Ashley Wali, luxury family travel writer at Wanderlux , mails about 50 customized cards each holiday season for reasons beyond tradition, explaining, “I’ve found myself sharing less online in recent years, which makes holiday cards that much more important. They allow me to share big updates from the year and stay in touch with long-distance friends and family.” For Wali, mailing holiday cards is more than just supporting lasting connections. She explains, “Holiday cards are a chance for me to step back and reflect on the year. I write them as much for my friends and family as I do for myself.” Love connecting with family and friends during the holidays but don’t have the time or energy to send out traditional Christmas cards? You’re not alone. Many people find it difficult to keep up with the tradition of mailing cards. Fortunately, there are plenty of thoughtful, creative ways to share holiday cheer without stuffing envelopes or buying stamps. Whether through a quick email, festive social media post or small, in-person gestures, there’s a modern way for everyone to spread joy this season. The original intent of mailing holiday greetings was to nurture connections from afar. With the advent of social media, keeping social connections is easier than ever. Posting holiday greetings on social media can be a fun, creative and eco-friendly alternative to mailing traditional cards. Start by designing a festive image or using a family photo with holiday-themed graphics or frames in design apps like Canva or Adobe Express. For a distinctive touch, include a heartfelt caption or a year-in-review update to share highlights from the past year. Delivering homemade treats or festive holiday foods to nearby friends and family offers a thoughtful alternative to traditional Christmas cards. Instead of mailing a greeting, one can prepare a batch of cookies or spiced nuts packaged in decorative tins or holiday-themed wrapping. Purchased treats, like holiday chocolates, artisanal jams or charcuterie boxes also make excellent options for those who prefer not to cook. Adding a small note with a warm holiday message makes the gift. Minted explains that with the average family ordering 50 to 100 holiday cards each year, opting out can lead to substantial savings. Families might consider donating the amount saved to a charitable organization of their choice in honor of family and friends. Sending an email or e-newsletter instead of a traditional Christmas card offers a quick, eco-friendly and cost-effective way to spread holiday cheer. The email can include personalized messages, festive images or holiday videos. For families that prefer a newsletter-style greeting, an e-newsletter allows extensive sharing of family news. Some choose to send Christmas cards late or opt for alternative holidays to send greetings. Sage Scott, writer at Quote Queendom said, “After years of fighting an uphill battle I finally started sending New Year’s or Valentine’s Day cards instead. It is one less thing for me to do during the hectic holiday season, gives me time over the holidays to get updated photos of our family, and stands out in our friends and family members’ mailboxes since they receive it at an alternative time of the year.” Delaying the sending of holiday cards allows for a more relaxed and less rushed approach to sharing good wishes. While Christmas cards have experienced a decline due to digital alternatives and time constraints, they are far from disappearing. The tradition still holds value for many, offering a way to show thoughtfulness that technology can’t replicate. For those seeking alternatives, there are plenty of creative ways to spread holiday cheer without the mailbox, from sharing social media greetings to donating in honor of loved ones. Whether it’s through sharing your favorite homemade Christmas cracker candy or sending a festive e-newsletter, these options keep the spirit of the season alive, proving that Christmas cheer doesn’t have to come from a card alone. Michelle Goth is a professionally trained cook and cookbook author dedicated to celebrating Midwestern cooking traditions. She shares easy recipes for family dinners and holidays at Blackberry Babe .Transcript: Conway Gittens: I’m Conway Gittens reporting from the New York Stock Exchange. Here’s what we’re watching on TheStreet today. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Thanks for the feedback.None