Jordan Schultz mentioned on The Herd that it will be “extremely difficult” for the Vikings to retain QB Sam Darnold . Schultz believes Darnold could end up securing a similar contract to the three-year, $100 million deal Baker Mayfield signed with the Buccaneers that included $50 million guaranteed. As for the Vikings’ plans at quarterback moving forward, Schultz thinks it’s “very realistic” Minnesota re-signs Daniel Jones and pairs him with first-round QB J.J. McCarthy, who is working his way back from a torn ACL. Darnold has played well enough this year to be one of the best available free agents next March and there could be a number of teams in the market for help at the position. Given the investment already made in McCarthy, it makes some sense for them to keep Jones at a more affordable price in case McCarthy struggles or gets hurt. The other benefit is that this would allow the Vikings to potentially collect a good compensatory pick in 2026, assuming they don’t sign any free agents who would cancel that out. Darnold, 26, is a former first-round pick of the Jets back in 2018. He was in the final year of a four-year, $30.370 million rookie contract when he was traded to the Panthers. Carolina exercised Darnold’s fifth-year option for 2022 after acquiring him from New York. He made a base salary of $18.858 million in 2022 under the option. Darnold was an unrestricted free agent for the first time this offseason when he signed a one-year, $4.5 million deal with the 49ers. He joined the Vikings this past offseason on another one-year deal. In 2024, Sam Darnold has appeared in 12 games for the Vikings and completed 67.6 percent of his passes for 2,952 yards, 23 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. This article first appeared on NFLTradeRumors.co and was syndicated with permission.In a surprising move that has sparked controversy and drawn international attention, the Syrian Embassy in Russia recently decided to raise flags representing opposition groups in Syria. The decision to display these flags, which typically symbolize opposition to the Syrian government, has raised questions about the embassy's stance and has added a new dimension to the ongoing conflict in Syria.
In conclusion, the fall of this PUA-style bigshot should serve as a wake-up call to all who may seek to emulate his behavior. The true path to success and fulfillment lies not in manipulation and disrespect, but in empathy, understanding, and genuine connection with others. Only by recognizing the humanity and worth of all individuals can we hope to build a world based on mutual respect and equality.As we await with bated breath for Huang Yaqiong's response to Zheng Siwei's proposal, we cannot help but be touched by the sincerity and vulnerability displayed by these two athletes. In a world where fame and success often overshadow personal relationships, their love story serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of companionship and genuine connection.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced plans to become the first mayor in the city’s history to lead a trade delegation to Africa. While the exact countries on his itinerary remain unconfirmed, a formal announcement is expected in the coming months, with speculation pointing to Ghana, Nigeria, and potentially other African nations. Khan made the commitment during a speech at the 15th anniversary awards of the Guba (Grow, Unite, Build Africa) organisation, held at Marlborough House, the Commonwealth Secretariat’s headquarters in London, on December 1. Guba’s founder, Lady Dentaa Amoateng, a British Ghanaian entrepreneur and actor, expressed excitement about the plans, noting that a visit by the London mayor to Africa had been “long overdue.” Speaking to attendees at the event, Khan emphasized the importance of deepening trade ties between London and Africa. He stated, “If London is to maintain our character and competitive edge, and if we are to be an active partner in growing, uniting, and building Africa, then we need each other now more than ever.” Khan further outlined that the delegation would focus on forging economic partnerships that could benefit both the UK capital and the African nations visited. The mayor highlighted the importance of strengthening relationships with African countries, adding, “We all stand to gain from forging new connections rooted in respect and reciprocity.” Though details of the trade mission’s itinerary have not been finalized, Ghana and Nigeria are considered strong contenders, given London’s twinning arrangement with Accra and the close ties between the UK and Nigeria. Lady Dentaa also mentioned other potential destinations, such as The Gambia, Sierra Leone, and Zimbabwe, which is seeking to rejoin the Commonwealth. Additionally, Kenya, with its burgeoning technology sector, is another likely stop for the delegation. This planned visit comes at a time when both the UK and Africa are looking to strengthen their economic relations. Lady Dentaa emphasized that such trade missions could drive growth and tourism, with African countries like Ghana having a significant cultural and economic influence on the UK, given the large African diaspora in London. While some critics, such as Tory group leader Neil Garratt, have questioned the mayor’s frequent overseas travels, Khan defended his international trips as efforts to boost London’s global profile, attract investment, and promote tourism. He noted that his predecessor, Boris Johnson, made 37 international trips during his two terms as mayor. Khan has made at least 18 foreign visits since taking office in 2016. Khan’s upcoming trip to Africa is expected to take place in the latter half of 2025 or early 2026, with many anticipating the trip will involve meetings with key African leaders and business stakeholders, as well as engagements aimed at fostering new economic opportunities for both London and the countries he visits.
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“So there is no room for complacency, right?” “Right, the Man Who Must Remain Nameless and Faceless...” “The Third Wife’s entry into the politics of resistance has splintered the party...” “Wow, so different from what we hear on the airwaves, you reckon she is engaged not in politics but in the politics of resistance!” “Yes, leaders are forged in....in like a steel mill’s furnace – a furnace that epitomizes the degree of resistance – the hotter the furnace the more...” “Right, but you do know that our steel mills have been non-operational since 2015?” “Yes I do, but I am not sure, you know that all governments since 2015 have been releasing our tax rupees to pay salaries of the employees of the mills.” “And that has been the policy of the two bitter rivals – the PML-N and the PTI.” “And you know, the irony is that most of the employees of the non-functional steel mills are Pakistan Peoples’ Party loyalists and...” “Right on, there is a reason why they say Zardari sahib weighs more than all others.” “I assume that is figuratively speaking because I don’t know of a single member of the Nawaz Sharif clan who weighs less than Zardari sahib.” “Notification Maryam Nawaz (NMN)...” “Is more of an eye candy than Zardari sahib, but the buck stops there.” “The buck being the needle on the weighing scale?” “Speaking of a weighing scale, I know for a fact that NMN has disbursed 50 billion rupees to artificial intelligence researchers to produce a weighing scale that would show the weight that is in synch with the desire of the one who gets on...” “You being facetious?” “No, I wish NMN success – I have around three weighing scales in my house and not a single one gives me the weight that I know in my heart of hearts...” “Gotcha, but NMN gave this money that was collected from the Punjab taxpayers?” “Nope.” “She paid for it from her...her accounts or the salary she receives as the chief minister or...” “Well one thing is for sure: she didn’t receive funds from the retired Captain Safdar, anyway the money was not from her personal account but from the province’s share of the indivisible pool...” “It’s divisible pool, not indivisible pool.” “Not once it is credited to the Punjab treasury.” “You are bad!” Copyright Business Recorder, 2024
In a bold and unexpected move, former President Donald Trump has announced the launch of his new fragrance line, starting with the debut of the "Fight Fight Fight" perfume. The name itself exudes a sense of determination and resilience, capturing the essence of Trump's fiery personality and his unwavering belief in the power of never giving up.VERMILLION, S.D. (AP) — Aidan Bouman threw a 25-yard touchdown pass to Javion Phelps with 12 seconds left and South Dakota defeated FCS top-ranked North Dakota State 29-28 on Saturday to claim a share of its first Missouri Valley Football Conference championship. The Coyotes (9-2, 7-1) trailed 28-17 when Bouman threw deep to Jack Martens for a 40-yard touchdown with 3:22 remaining. They got the ball back with 1:16 left and six plays later Bouman was sacked. The Coyotes quickly lined up and Bouman found Phelps alone 2 yards shy of the end zone along the left sideline and he easily scored. South Dakota won its first game against the Bison in Vermillion since a four-overtime thriller in 2002. The Bison had won the last five meetings in the DakotaDome. The Coyotes took a 14-0 lead on two Travis Theis rushing touchdowns but the Bison (10-2, 7-1) tied the game with two scores in the final 2:26 of the first half, a 23-yard pass from Cam Miller to Braylon Henderson and a 3-yard TD run by Miller. Miller scored from 2 yards out late in the third quarter and CharMar Brown completed a 20-play, 99-yard drive that took nearly 11 minutes with a 1-yard score for a 28-17 Bison lead with just over four minutes to go. Bouman was 18-of-30 for 271 yards and two touchdowns. Miller was 9-of-21 passing with one touchdown and he rushed for 82 yards and another score. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football . Sign up for the AP’s college football newsletter: https://apnews.com/cfbtop25 Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more.
However, along with the soaring asset values come risks and challenges that investors need to be mindful of. The volatility of Chinese markets, regulatory uncertainties, and geopolitical tensions can all impact the performance of Chinese concept stocks and pose potential risks to investors. It is essential for investors to conduct thorough due diligence, diversify their portfolios, and stay informed about market developments to navigate the complexities of investing in Chinese assets.On the other hand, the decrease in housing prices comes as a relief for many prospective homebuyers and renters. This decline may be a result of various factors, including government policies aimed at stabilizing the property market, changing preferences among urban residents, and fluctuations in property development and investment trends.(All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Sunday, Dec. 22 COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S) 1 p.m. ESPN — Illinois vs. Missouri, St. Louis SECN — Kent St. at Alabama 2 p.m. ACCN — American U. at Virginia BTN — Detroit at Wisconsin 3 p.m. ESPN — Brown at Kansas ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Oregon St. vs. Charleston, Quarterfinal, Honolulu 3:30 p.m. SECN — Charleston Southern at Georgia 4 p.m. ACCN — Rider at NC State BTN — Southern U. at Southern Cal 5:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Loyola of Chicago vs. Oakland, Quarterfinal, Honolulu 6 p.m. ACCN — LeMoyne at Notre Dame 7 p.m. FS1 — Georgetown vs. Seton Hall, Newark, N.J. 9 p.m. ESPN — Diamond Head Classic: Nebraska vs. Murray St., Quarterfinal, Honolulu 11:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Charlotte vs. Hawaii, Quarterfinal, Honolulu COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN’S) 3 p.m. ABC — NCAA Tournament: Louisville vs. Penn St., Championship, Louisville, Ky. GOLF 11:30 a.m. GOLF — PGA Tour: The PNC Championship, Day 2, Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Fla. 1:30 p.m. NBC — PGA Tour: The PNC Championship, Day 2, Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Fla. HORSE RACING 3 p.m. FS1 — NYRA: America’s Day at the Races NBA G-LEAGUE BASKETBALL 10:30 a.m. NBATV — Winter Showcase: Indiana vs. Texas, Orlando, Fla. 1 p.m. NBATV — Winter Showcase: College Park vs. Osceola, Orlando, Fla. 7:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Winter Showcase: TBD, Championship, Orlando, Fla. NFL FOOTBALL 1 p.m. CBS — Regional Coverage: Tennessee at Indianapolis, L.A. Rams at N.Y. Jets, Cleveland at Cincinnati FOX — Regional Coverage: N.Y. Giants at Atlanta, Detroit at Chicago, Philadelphia at Washington, Arizona at Carolina 4:05 p.m. FOX — Minnesota at Seattle 4:25 p.m. CBS — Regional Coverage: New England at Buffalo, Jacksonville at Las Vegas, San Francisco at Miami 8:20 p.m. NBC — Tampa Bay at Dallas PEACOCK — Tampa Bay at Dallas NHL HOCKEY 12:30 p.m. NHLN — Carolina at N.Y. Rangers 8 p.m. NHLN — Seattle at Colorado SNOWBOARDING 4:30 p.m. NBC — FIS: World Cup, Copper Mountain, Colo. SOCCER (MEN’S) 8:35 a.m. FS2 — The French Cup: Olympique de Marseille at AS Saint-Étienne, Round of 64 9 a.m. USA — Premier League: Chelsea at Everton 11:30 a.m. USA — Premier League: Liverpool at Tottenham Hotspur Noon CBSSN — Serie A: Empoli at Atalanta 2:50 p.m. FS2 — The French Cup: Paris Saint-Germain at RC Lens, Round of 64 TENNIS 11 a.m. TENNIS — Next Gen ATP Finals: Final The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive TV listings provided by LiveSportsOnTV .
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BOULDER, Colo. — Travis Hunter is a throwback-type player — an elite receiver one moment, a lockdown cornerback the next — who rarely leaves the field and has a knack for making big plays all over it. The Colorado Buffaloes' two-way standout (see: unicorn) even celebrates at an elite level, unveiling imaginative dance moves following touchdowns and interceptions, some of which include the Heisman Trophy pose. It's one of the many awards he's in line to win. Hunter is the The Associated Press college football player of the year, receiving 26 of 43 votes Thursday from a panel of AP Top 25 voters. Boise State tailback Ashton Jeanty finished second with 16 votes and Arizona State running back Cameron Skattebo received one vote. "Couldn't do what I do without my team," Hunter said in an email on a trip to Las Vegas for an awards ceremony. "So I view being up for these awards as team awards." People are also reading... A player with his particular set of skills doesn't come around that often. He's a flashback to the days of Charles Woodson at Michigan or Champ Bailey at Georgia. Or even his coach, Deion Sanders, a two-way star in the NFL. The prospect of significant playing time on both sides of the ball is what led Hunter to join Sanders at Jackson State and why he followed Sanders to Boulder. "Coach Prime was the only coach who would consider allowing me to do what I'm doing," said Hunter, who's expected to be a top-five pick next spring in the NFL draft, possibly even the No. 1 overall selection. "He did it and knows what it takes — how much you have to be ready on both sides of the ball." Want to fuel Hunter? Simply tell him he can't. "I'm motivated when people tell me I can't do something," Hunter said. "That I can't dominate on both sides of the ball. I want to be an example for others that anything is possible. Keep pursuing your dreams." Hunter helped the 20th-ranked Buffaloes to a 9-3 record this season and a berth in the Alamo Bowl against No. 17 BYU (10-2) on Dec. 28. He played 688 defensive snaps and 672 more on offense — the lone Power Four conference player with 30-plus snaps on both sides of the ball, according to Colorado research. Hunter has already won a second straight Paul Hornung award as the game's most versatile player. He's up for the Walter Camp (player of the year), Maxwell (most outstanding player), the Biletnikoff (best receiver) and Bednarik (top defensive player) awards. And, of course, the Heisman, where he's the odds-on favorite to win over Jeanty this weekend. Hunter can join the late Rashaan Salaam as the only Colorado players to capture the Heisman. Salaam won it in 1994 after rushing for 2,055 yards. Hunter wasn't a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, which goes to the nation's top defensive back. That drew the wrath of Sanders, who earned the award with Florida State in 1988 and vowed to give his trophy to Hunter. Hunter's high school coach, Lenny Gregory, knew he had a special player the summer of Hunter's freshman year. Gregory, then the coach at Collins Hill in Georgia, had a conditioning test for his players — run six 200-yard dashes with a minute rest in between. Defensive backs had to complete each in under 32 seconds. Hunter never even got winded. He played safety/cornerback and receiver as a freshman and helped Collins Hill to a state title his senior season. "I remember just talking to colleges the spring of his ninth-grade year and telling coaches that this kid's going to be the No. 1 player in the country," recounted Gregory, who's now the coach at Gordon Central High in Calhoun, Georgia. "They'd look at him and laugh at me, 'What are you talking about? This scrawny kid? He's not big enough.' I was like, 'Just watch. Just watch.'" Hunter finished the regular season with 92 catches for 1,152 yards and 14 touchdowns as a receiver. On defense, he had four interceptions, broke up 11 passes and forced one crucial fumble, which secured an OT win over Baylor. Overall, Hunter had 92 receptions and allowed 22. He hauled in 14 receiving TDs and allowed just one. He was responsible for 53 first downs and gave up just six. He was targeted 119 times by Shedeur Sanders & Co. but only 39 times by opposing QBs. Hunter's likely final game in Boulder, a rout of Oklahoma State, was a three-touchdown, one-interception performance. "I'm used to seeing him do all this spectacular stuff," Shedeur Sanders said. "I'm used to all this stuff — you all are just now seeing it on national stage." Be the first to knowFurthermore, the developers have hinted at a major overhaul of the game's much-criticized police system, with promises of a more realistic and dynamic law enforcement presence in Night City. This change is expected to bring a new level of challenge and immersion to the gameplay experience, as players navigate the treacherous streets while trying to evade or outsmart the authorities.
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MOSCA, Colorado — A handmade sign at the start of a long dirt road in the rural San Luis Valley indicates to visitors that they’ve arrived at the future site of Kosmos Stargazing Resort & Spa . The peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains barely make a dent in the big blue skies above the 40 acres purchased by founder and CEO Gamal Jadue Zalaquett. He aims to transform the land into a resort featuring 20 villas, a spa, a restaurant and a planetarium. “It’s a place of alignment. Kosmos is a place of connection,” Jadue Zalaquett said. “Kosmos, in a way, is a place to heal, and the San Luis Valley has a lot to do with healing.” He bought the property for $11,000 in December 2020. But with glass domes for stargazing and expensive price tags to stay the night, Jadue Zalaquett’s ambitious brainchild falls snugly into the category of “luxury ecotourism.” His site is an ideal spot for admiring constellations and distant galaxies. According to the National Park Service, the nearby Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is considered an International Dark Sky Park. Jadue Zalaquett said the area is a class two location on the Bortle dark-sky scale, which translates to “ truly dark ” skies. The resort’s planetarium will include a 1-meter telescope. In terms of getting visitors to Kosmos, “that’s gonna be the biggest attractor,” Jadue Zalaquett said. Development is still in the early stages, but it’s already garnering attention from the public: More than 12,000 Instagram users follow the resort’s page where project renderings and updates are shared. Kosmos plans to open its first villa early next year, said marketing operations manager Jennifer Geerlings. Although it’s still under construction, the resort has already booked more than 2,000 reservations, she added. “A lot of it, for some people, is the excitement of being the first to be able to stay in an experience like this,” Geerlings said in a phone interview. “There’s really no other resort that’s doing this.” While Jadue Zalaquett put about $500,000 toward getting the project off the ground, a crowdfunding campaign raised $1.9 million, Geerlings said. Donors paid a one-time fee to receive 50% discounts off their reservations for early 2025. So instead of paying the usual $700 nightly rate, they booked at $350 per night, Geerlings said. And after the campaign’s end, people continued to contribute directly via Stripe, which put total revenue from crowdfunding at more than $2 million, Jadue Zalaquett added. So why is it worth it to stay at Kosmos? For Geerlings, the answer is a combination of the villas — with their jacuzzis nestled in glass domes under the stars — and amenities like the planetarium. “You’re able to experience some of the best stargazing. The Milky Way is visible to the naked eye,” Geerlings said. “A planetarium is something that’s never been at a resort before.” In November, director of field operations Auston Duncan stepped over sagebrush and loose hardware to outline the state of construction on the project. An unfinished villa offered a hint of what’s to come. The rectangular building with exposed wooden rafters and newly-installed glass sliding doors will soon house a bedroom and a bathroom. Jeremy Stephen, the founder of Steamboat Springs-based Evolve Construction , built the villa out of hempcrete , which is made of hemp, water and lime. It works as an eco-friendly insulator, helping to mitigate heating and cooling costs and lending itself to the vision of Kosmos as a resort with sustainability in mind. On one side of the villa, a hot tub will be installed. On the other, a dome made out of glass and wood from Ekodome will cover the kitchen and loft area. The development will occur in phases. Next year, 16 stargazing villas (which hold up to four guests) and 4 galaxy villas (which hold up to eight guests) will be constructed, Geerlings said. Every stay includes an hour of a guided stargazing experience and telescope training. In 2026, the amenities will be built out. Those include the Mediterranean-style restaurant and the wellness center with spa features like hyperbaric chambers, a sauna and a cold plunge. In 2027, the planetarium will be added to the resort. To ensure dark skies, guests will park their cars and use electric golf carts to navigate the resort, Jadue Zalaquett said. He mentioned that discussions with consultants on the stargazing center included a NASA representative, who was interested in hosting a mission workshop at Kosmos next year. Both the planetarium and the spa will be open to the public, Geerlings added. All in all, it’s a bold plan. And Kosmos is looking to hire to make it happen. Right now, the business is in search of employees to lead their stargazing experiences. So far, it’s recruited a former Great Sand Dunes ranger, Geerlings said. The team is considering college students from Adams State University in Alamosa as interns. Kosmos will also need to staff resort operations, including housekeeping, security and front desk workers. “We’re gonna try and hire pretty much everyone locally,” Geerlings said. For Jadue Zalaquett, taking on an endeavor like this runs in his blood. He currently lives between Alamosa and Boulder, but Jadue Zalaquett was born in Chile and grew up in Miami. When his family migrated to Chile, they ran hotels. Several paternal relatives work as architects. However, Jadue Zalaquett didn’t initially follow the family business. Instead, he worked in technology startups for almost a decade. Then, during the COVID-19 pandemic, he visited the San Luis Valley. He realized that, although the Great Sand Dunes were located less than a half hour away, tourists could only choose from a few lodging options. So came the idea for Kosmos. And “here I am, back at my roots,” Jadue Zalaquett said.In conclusion, the analysis of value-added tax invoice data in November reveals the positive effects of the policy "combination punch" in supporting economic stability and growth. With continued efforts and effective policy implementation, the economy is expected to maintain its upward trajectory, laying a solid foundation for sustainable development and prosperity in the future.In conclusion, the clear economic policy direction for the next year, emphasizing the enhancement of extraordinary countercyclical adjustments, sets a solid foundation for economic stability and growth. By deploying a comprehensive set of policy tools and fostering a collaborative global environment, countries can successfully navigate the challenges ahead and create a more resilient and inclusive economy for the future.