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TikTok files legal challenge of federal government’s shutdown order‘Y2K’: You had to be thereEgypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi held a meeting on Sunday with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Communications and Information Technology Amr Talaat to discuss key digital transformation initiatives and ongoing national projects. The discussions centered on strengthening collaboration between the Ministry of Communications and other government agencies, with a particular focus on the ministry’s digital transformation efforts. The meeting also covered plans to develop national post offices and initiatives aimed at expanding Egypt’s mobile phone manufacturing sector and localizing its production. During the meeting, President Al-Sisi emphasized the importance of continuing the transition towards an integrated digital society. This includes enhancing digital services and improving data governance, as well as expanding training programs to build digital capabilities. The President highlighted the role of applied technology schools and Egypt Digital Creativity Centers in equipping youth with the skills needed to secure employment opportunities, according to Presidential spokesperson Mohamed El-Menshawy. Al-Sisi also underscored the need to bolster programs focused on data protection, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. He stressed the importance of attracting more specialized international research and development centers to Egypt, with a particular focus on expanding expertise in communications and information technology. The President was briefed on Egypt’s digital strategy, which aims to boost the outsourcing industry and attract international companies to expand their operations in the country. He also followed up on efforts to enhance the coverage and quality of communication services, ensuring that citizens receive high-quality and more effective services. Al-Sisi directed that efforts to expand communications services nationwide should continue, with an emphasis on improving service quality and encouraging both local and international investment in the ICT sector. He also called for intensified efforts to improve Egypt’s ranking in global telecommunications indicators, aiming to position the country as a regional hub for communications, digital activities, and information technology services. Additionally, the President was updated on the progress of the upcoming second version of Egypt’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy. Set for launch soon, the strategy will focus on leveraging AI technologies to address societal challenges and provide innovative solutions across various sectors. The initiative also aims to continue providing advanced computing infrastructure to government and private sectors, including startups and SMEs, in alignment with national economic development goals.
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BOSTON — Forty years ago, Heisman Trophy winner Doug Flutie rolled to his right and threw a pass that has become one of college football’s most iconic moments. With Boston College trailing defending champion Miami, Flutie threw the Hail Mary and found receiver Gerard Phalen, who made the grab while falling into the end zone behind a pair of defenders for a game-winning 48-yard TD. Flutie and many of his 1984 teammates were honored on the field during BC’s 41-21 victory over North Carolina before the second quarter on Saturday afternoon, the anniversary of the Eagles’ Miracle in Miami. “There’s no way its been 40 years,” Flutie told The Associated Press on the sideline a few minutes before he walked out with some of his former teammates to be recognized after a video of The Play was shown on the scoreboards. People are also reading... A statue commemorating Doug Flutie's famed "Hail Mary" pass during a game against Miami on Nov. 23, 1994, sits outside Alumni Stadium at Boston College. Famous football plays often attain a legendary status with religious names like the "Immaculate Reception," the "Hail Mary" pass and the Holy Roller fumble. Michael Dwyer, AP File It’s a moment and highlight that’s not only played throughout decades of BC students and fans, but around the college football world. “What is really so humbling is that the kids 40 years later are wearing 22 jerseys, still,” Flutie said of his old number. “That amazes me.” That game was played on national TV the Friday after Thanksgiving. The ironic thing is it was originally scheduled for earlier in the season before CBS paid Rutgers to move its game against Miami, thus setting up the BC-Miami post-holiday matchup. Boston College quarterback Doug Flutie rejoices in his brother Darren's arms after B.C. defeats Miami with a last second touchdown pass on Nov. 23, 1984, in Miami. File Photo “It shows you how random some things are, that the game was moved,” Flutie said. “The game got moved to the Friday after Thanksgiving, which was the most watched game of the year. We both end up being nationally ranked and up there. All those things lent to how big the game itself was, and made the pass and the catch that much more relevant and remembered because so many people were watching.” There’s a statue of Flutie winding up to make The Pass outside the north gates at Alumni Stadium. Fans and visitors can often be seen taking photos there. “In casual conversation, it comes up every day,” Flutie said, when asked how many times people bring it up. “It brings a smile to my face every time we talk about it.” A week after the game-ending Flutie pass, the Eagles beat Holy Cross and before he flew off to New York to accept the Heisman. They went on to win the 49th Cotton Bowl on New Year’s Day. Boston College quarterback Doug Flutie evades Miami defensive tackle Kevin Fagan during the first quarter of a game on Nov. 23, 1984, in Miami, Fla. JOE SKIPPER, AP File “Forty years seem almost like incomprehensible,” said Phalen, also standing on the sideline a few minutes after the game started. “I always say to Doug: ‘Thank God for social media. It’s kept it alive for us.”’ Earlier this week, current BC coach Bill O’Brien, 55, was asked if he remembered where he was 40 years ago. “We were eating Thanksgiving leftovers in my family room,” he said. “My mom was saying a Rosary in the kitchen because she didn’t like Miami and wanted BC to win. My dad, my brother and I were watching the game. “It was unbelievable,” he said. “Everybody remembers where they were for the Hail Mary, Flutie pass.” Sports Week in Photos: Tyson vs. Paul, Nadal, and more Mike Tyson, left, slaps Jake Paul during a weigh-in ahead of their heavyweight bout, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, in Irving, Texas. 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(AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) Lynne Sladky UConn's Paige Bueckers (5) battles North Carolina's Laila Hull, right, for a loose ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Greensboro, N.C., Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown) Ben McKeown Be the first to knowLiam Manning was delighted to see a response from his Bristol City squad in their 1-1 draw with Sunderland , despite being left frustrated by the manner in which the Robins conceded a late equaliser at the Stadium of Light. The Reds were just moments away from securing an excellent and professional away win to bounce back from their defeat to Portsmouth at the weekend after Luke McNally had opened the scoring midway through the second half with a composed right-footed finish. However, Sunderland found a way to level things up in stoppage time as Patrick Roberts smashed past Max O'Leary from close range to ensure the two sides would have to settle for a point each in the North East on Tuesday night. The draw leaves City sitting 11th in the Championship table, five points adrift of Middlesbrough who occupy the final play-off place and nine points clear of Cardiff City and the relegation zone, although the Bluebirds have two games in hand. Although Manning admitted he was disappointed that his side let their lead slip in the closing exchanges, the City boss was quick to credit his backline in particular for stepping up and performing following the dismal defeat to Portsmouth at the weekend. "Obviously, the timing of it is what makes it feel a little bit like that [a loss]," the 39-year-old admitted post-match. "We were looking for a response from the weekend, I was quite honest at the weekend with everybody. We weren't good enough and we were looking for that response tonight. "Of course, it's hugely disappointing and frustrating to concede so late but ultimately the lads gave absolutely everything which like I said, I was quite critical of at the weekend, but tonight they did that and left everything out there. "The blocks, people putting their bodies on the line, Rob Dickie on his knees heading things clear in the box. I thought the lads gave absolutely everything so as disappointing as it is, it's not the worst point." City had chances to extend their advantage before the last-minute leveller with the likes of Anis Mehmeti and Sam Bell both being unable to test Anthony Patterson in the Black Cats' goal despite finding themselves in some reasonable positions. Those chances ultimately came back to bite the Robins who have now only won one of their five matches since the November international break, but Manning was reluctant to criticise his players who he felt gave their all for the travelling supporters. Join Bristol City Live's Whatsapp community for all the biggest Bristol City stories sent straight to your phone Bristol City Live is now on WhatsApp and we want you to join our community. Through the app, we’ll send the Bristol City news, live match coverage, team news, transfers, fixtures, analysis and more straight to your phone. To join our community you need to already have WhatsApp. All you need to do is click this link and select ‘Join Community’. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Bristol Live team. We also treat community members to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out at any time you like. To leave our community, click on the name at the top of your screen and choose ‘Exit group’. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Click here to join our WhatsApp community. "They're the margins I think at the level," admitted the City head coach. "It's one of the toughest divisions in the world right and that's the bit, you wouldn't want to call any result in the Championship I don't think. "But they're the key bits. We're all in behaviourally, it's then just have you got the quality to kill the game off and Anis is improving. He's working on it but they are the moments that not just Anis but collectively we need to make sure we put the game to bed. "The change of shape at half-time helped, I thought we were able to press a little bit higher and obviously went ahead. Then it's a case of whether you can see it out in what is a really difficult place to come so like I say, it's a frustrating one." Fortunately, with the busy festive period looming on the Championship calendar, the Reds have a chance to get back to winning ways in just a few days when they welcome Queens Park Rangers to Ashton Gate on Saturday afternoon in what is their penultimate game before Christmas.
Penn State opened an investigation into the incident involving Jason Kelce slamming a fan’s phone to the ground outside Beaver Stadium last month. That investigation is now closed. Penn State University Police and Public Safety confirmed to PennLive on Tuesday night that the investigation around the incident involving Kelce on Nov. 2 has closed. “The individual in the video football circulating on social media has not been identified, and no one has come forward to University Police with a related complaint about damage to personal property,” a Penn State police spokesperson confirmed to PennLive. The incident occured before Penn State’s high-profile game against Ohio State. Taunts and homophobic slurs were hurled toward Kelce outside Beaver Stadium. The former Philadelphia Eagles star and current ESPN analyst appeared on “College GameDay” before the game. Videos on social media showed a fan in a Penn State sweatshirt walking behind Kelce. “Hey Kelce! How does it feel your brother is a (expletive) for dating Taylor Swift?” Kelce’s brother, Travis, is a star for the Kansas City Chiefs and dates the superstar singer. Kelce turned around, grabbed the fan’s phone and threw it on the ground. Then, he picked the phone up and continued walking with it. Another video shared on social media showed the fan chasing Kelce asking for his phone back. Kelce replied: “Who’s the (expletive) now?” Kelce addressed the altercation on ESPN’s “Monday Night Countdown” a couple days later, saying he was “not proud” of the situation. “In a heated moment, I chose to greet hate with hate, and I don’t think that’s a productive thing. I really don’t,” Kelce said. “I don’t think it leads to discourse and (I don’t think) it’s the right way to go about things. In that moment, I fell down to a level that I shouldn’t have.” Penn State coach James Franklin later commented on the situation when asked about fan frustrations around the Nittany Lions’ eventual loss to Ohio State. “I saw something with Jason Kelce,” Franklin said. “Jason Kelce was coming to State College. I wanted him to have a wonderful experience. I didn’t get a chance to meet him or see him. I saw something that I wasn’t very, very proud of. I wish that didn’t happen.” After the incident, Penn State University Police and Public Safety opened an investigation after an officer “observed a visitor damaging personal property” at an intersection outside of Beaver Stadium, according to Penn State police’s daily crime log. Stories by Johnny McGonigal Who will be the TV announcers for Penn State’s College Football Playoff game vs. SMU? Penn State’s College Football Playoff game vs. SMU is a White Out. But why isn’t it in primetime? Penn State’s Abdul Carter responds to defensive player of the year award snub
Amritsar: Punjab police are yet to confirm whether an actual blast occurred at Majithia police station on the night of Dec 4, or if the loud noise reported was simply a result of some other source. Senior superintendent of police (Amritsar Rural) Harinder Singh said the investigations are still ongoing to determine the nature and cause of the incident. He said there is a bus stand close by, but the police have not received any video footage yet. Earlier, a police officer had claimed that the noise was from a “tyre burst”. A social media post circulating under Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) handle has claimed responsibility for the “grenade attack” on the police station, as well as for several other recent incidents. When contacted, Border range deputy inspector general Satinder Singh said, “It was a tyre bursting. Police station is open to everyone and many people visited it today. We are verifying the post also.” We also published the following articles recently 21-year-old shot dead close to police station in Mangolpuri, no arrest yet A 21-year-old man, Pankaj, was shot dead in Mangolpuri, Delhi, near the police station. Lured from his home by a deceptive call for help, he was ambushed and killed. Police are investigating, suspecting personal enmity. His family is devastated, highlighting his aspirations and the community's safety concerns amidst rising violence. Home minister awards Pattapur police station Odisha's Pattapur police station in Ganjam district has been awarded the second-best police station in India by Home Minister Amit Shah. The award, presented at the DGP/IGP conference, recognizes Pattapur's excellent performance across over 150 criteria, including crime resolution, public service, and facilities. The station's amenities, such as a women and child desk and gym, were highlighted. Sex assault in Calangute police station: Assam woman; no proof, say Goa police A 24-year-old woman from Assam has accused Goa police of physical and sexual assault at the Calangute police station after being found creating a disturbance at a beach shack. The IGP has launched an inquiry, stating that CCTV footage contradicts her claims. The woman alleges she was served beer instead of a soft drink and fell unconscious during a fight. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , and Mini Crossword .
Omnicom Declares DividendUkraine must be placed in the “strongest possible position for negotiations” to end the war with Russia, Sir Keir Starmer has said. The Prime Minister insisted the UK will back Ukraine “for as long as it takes” as he made a speech at the Lord Mayor’s Banquet in London, but for the first time acknowledged the conflict could move towards a negotiated end. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has in recent weeks suggested he is open to a possible ceasefire with Vladimir Putin’s Russia. Kyiv and its European allies meanwhile fear the advent of Donald Trump’s return to the White House could result in American aid being halted. President-elect Trump has said he would prefer to move towards a peace deal, and has claimed he could end the conflict on “day one” of his time in power. As he attempts to strike up a good relationship with the incoming president, Sir Keir revealed he had told Mr Trump the UK “will invest more deeply than ever in this transatlantic bond with our American friends in the years to come”. In his speech at London’s Guildhall, the Prime Minister said there is “no question it is right we support Ukraine”, as the UK’s aid to Kyiv is “deeply in our self-interest”. Allowing Russia to win the war would mean “other autocrats would believe they can follow Putin’s example,” he warned. Sir Keir added: “So we must continue to back Ukraine and do what it takes to support their self-defence for as long as it takes. “To put Ukraine in the strongest possible position for negotiations so they can secure a just and lasting peace on their terms that guarantees their security, independence, and right to choose their own future.” Mr Zelensky told Sky News over the weekend he would be open to speaking with Mr Putin, but branded the Russian president a “terrorist”. He also suggested Ukrainian territory under his control should be taken under the “Nato umbrella” to try to stop the “hot stage” of the war with Russia. In a banquet speech focused on foreign affairs, the Prime Minister said it was “plain wrong” to suggest the UK must choose between its allies, adding: “I reject it utterly. “(Clement) Attlee did not choose between allies. (Winston) Churchill did not choose. “The national interest demands that we work with both.” Sir Keir said the UK and the US were “intertwined” when it came to commerce, technology and security. The Prime Minister added: “That’s why, when President Trump graciously hosted me for dinner in Trump Tower, I told him that we will invest more deeply than ever in this transatlantic bond with our American friends in the years to come.” He also repeated his commitment to “rebuild our ties with Europe” and insisted he was right to try to build closer links with China. “It is remarkable that until I met President Xi last month there had been no face-to-face meeting between British and Chinese leaders for six years,” the Prime Minister said. “We can’t simply look the other way. We need to engage. To co-operate, to compete and to challenge on growth, on security concerns, on climate as well as addressing our differences in a full and frank way on issues like Hong Kong, human rights, and sanctions on our parliamentarians,” he added. The Prime Minister said he wants Britain’s role in the world to be that of “a constant and responsible actor in turbulent times”. He added: “To be the soundest ally and to be determined, always, in everything we do. “Every exchange we have with other nations, every agreement we enter into to deliver for the British people and show, beyond doubt, that Britain is back.” Ahead of Sir Keir’s speech, Lord Mayor Alastair King urged the Prime Minister and his Government to loosen regulations on the City of London to help it maintain its competitive edge. In an echo of Sir Keir’s commitment to drive the UK’s economic growth, the Lord Mayor said: “The idealist will dream of growth, but the pragmatist understands that our most effective machinery to drive growth is here in the City, in the hands of some of the brightest and most committed people that you will find anywhere in the world.”High price paid for David Jiricek an acceptable investment for Wild GM Bill GuerinHow MacPaw is making cybersecurity accessible to everyone; my exclusive interview from Kyiv - 9to5Mac
Arkansas receiver Andrew Armstrong said Tuesday that he is entering the NFL Draft. Later in the day, a school spokesman told reporters that Armstrong will skip the Razorbacks' bowl game. The destination isn't yet known. Armstrong led the Southeastern Conference in both receptions (78) and receiving yards (1,140) but caught just one touchdown in 11 games this season. His catches and yardage were both second-most in Arkansas history behind Cobi Hamilton, who had 90 receptions for 1,335 yards in 2012. "It's been a journey for the books and I wouldn't trade it for anything because it has made me into the man I am today," Armstrong said of his Razorbacks tenure in a social media post. "... I will never forget all the moments that were shared here in Fayetteville." Armstrong played two seasons at Texas A&M-Commerce before transferring to Arkansas ahead of the 2023 season. In two seasons with the Razorbacks, he caught 134 passes for 1,904 yards and six scores. --Field Level MediaElon Musk’s budget crusade could cause a constitutional clash in Trump’s second term